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Marking and Remaking a Bishops' Bible in Seventeenth-Century England
Authors: Hooks Adam G.
Published: October 2017

Attempting to reconstruct the history of an early modern bible enables us to better understand its place at the intersection of sacred and secular culture. A copy of the second folio edition of the Bishops' Bible (1572) in the University of Iowa Special Collections Library demonstrates both wider patterns of use and the contradictory nature of the evidence. This book was presumably first used as it was intended, but it was subsequently removed from its exalted place at the pulpit. The bible was used by several different owners, most notably the seventeenth-century Moreton family, who turned the book into a family archive and an object of private devotion. This volume represents a vivid example of the broader shift between public and private reading, the continuity of church-state authority across the seventeenth century, and the continuing tension between this authority and the routine use of the bible for more prosaic purposes.
Gold Leaf and Graffiti in a Copy of the 1462 Mainz Bible
Authors: Mandelbrote Scott
Published: October 2017

This article discusses an illuminated copy of the fourth printed edition of the Latin Vulgate (Mainz, 1462), or 48-line Bible, which is now in the Perne Library at Peterhouse, Cambridge. It considers the history of the book in the late sixteenth century, when it passed between two lawyers (Justinian Kidd and Edward Orwell) in London, and its path into the collection at Peterhouse, via John Cosin, later bishop of Durham. It assesses evidence that the volume was initially considered to be a manuscript, rather than a printed book, and details the peculiar use made of its illuminations in the eighteenth century by a group of young scholars at Peterhouse and Trinity College, who carved their names into the gold-leaf decorations.
RNAi targeting Caenorhabditis elegans α-arrestins has small or no effects on lifespan
Authors: Park Sangsoon , Jung Yoonji , An Seon Woo A. , Son Heehwa G. , Hwang Wooseon , Lee Dongyeop , Artan Murat , Park Hae-Eun H. , Jeong Dae-Eun , Lee Yujin , Lee Seung-Jae V.
Published: October 2017

Background: α-arrestins are a family of proteins that are implicated in multiple biological processes, including metabolism and receptor desensitization. Methods: Here, we sought to examine the roles of α-arrestins in the longevity of Caenorhabditis elegans through an RNA interference screen. Results: We found that knocking down each of 24 out of total 29 C. elegans α-arrestins had small or no effects on lifespan. Thus, individual C. elegans α-arrestins may have minor effects on longevity. Conclusions: This study will provide useful information for future research on the functional role of α-arrestins in aging and longevity.
Development of the Methodical Tools of Strategic Analysis of the Economic Entities’ Financial Resources
Authors: Маевская Елена , Maevskaya Elena
Published: October 2017

This article is devoted to the formation of the concept of strategic analysis of the economic entities’ financial resources. The analysis of the financial resources is one of the key moments in assessment of the activities of economic entities as it creates a basis of the effective financial policy, is far beyond a research of the financial relations, the account and count of the monetary capital and it has strategic objectives and tasks. Today essence of a multipurpose approach to the analysis and assessment of the financial resources, which is characterized by conditions of the rapidly changing market environment, is not fully revealed. All this allows drawing a conclusion on need of carrying out researches in this field. In article the conceptual approach to the strategic analysis of economic entities’ financial resources is offered. The multistage system is created and the methodology of carrying out strategic analysis of financial resources of economic entities is presented.
Features of Formation and Distribution of Profits of the Organization in Crisis Conditions
Authors: Никитина Е. , Nikitina E. , Рябинкина К. , Ryabinkina K.
Published: October 2017

The article discusses the features and principles of distribution of profits. The aspects of change of profit as financial result of the activities of the organization in conditions of the crisis phenomena in the modern economy are considered. The article examines the measures to improve the profitability of the enterprise. On the example of the construction organizations methods to maximize profits and minimize costs are considered.
MODERN MODELS AND APPROACHES FOR DESIGN OF ARCHITECTURE OF A SOFTWARE APPLICATION FOR MONITORING AND QUALITY ASSESSMENT IN HIGHER EDUCATION
Authors: Kilova Kristina , Lazarova Vanya , Kitova Tanya , Bakova Desislava , Kirkova-Bogdanova Angelina
Published: October 2017

Processes such as economic and cultural globalization put forward the issue on the quality of education. The increasing interconnectivity between economy and different societal spheres, driven by the accelerated development of information technology and the free movement of capital, increasingly links the prosperity of a country and its individuals to knowledge and technology, to the ability to learn and understand experience. In this context, it is of paramount importance to set national educational goals and to shape relevant policies.Constructive student feedback, establishment of systems of continuous control, and implementation of changes based on a scientific conceptual framework will help the education to move from quality assurance to quality improvement. The quality of education is a responsibility of all participants â€“ lecturers, students, institution management. Automating the feedback process with students will lead to a faster analysis of the results, making adequate management decisions in order to achieve the ultimate goal â€“ improving the quality of higher education.In the present paper the need for regularly providing students with the opportunity actively to participate in the management of quality of education is justified. The paper deals with the automation of collection, analysis of the needed information and consequent adequate management decisions. A conceptual model of â€śWeb-based information system for quality assessment of the educationâ€ť in higher schools with a focus on the survey and its design are also presented.
NOVICE TEACHERS' BELIEFS ABOUT PROBLEM-BASED LEARNING APPROACH, AND TEACHING PRACTICES
Authors: Zhukova Olena
Published: October 2017

This article presents the results of the pilot study conducted with the aim to examine novice teachersâ€™ pedagogical beliefs and challenges regarding the implementation of a problem-based learning (PBL) approach in the EFL classroom. The relationship and discrepancies between novice teachersâ€™ pedagogical beliefs and actual classroom practices were also investigated. In total 25 novice teachers of English as a foreign language (EFL) with up to 3 years of teaching experience participated in the study. The data for the present study were collected from face-to-face semi-structured interviews and classroom observations. In total, 25 novice EFL teachers working in Latvian basic and secondary schools agreed to participate in the survey.The finding of the survey suggest that novice teachersâ€™ beliefs are not always reflected in their actual classroom practices for a number of external and internal constraints, such as studentsâ€™ expectations and perceptions, school administratorsâ€™ demands and lack of commitment, context of teaching, lack of professional skills and methodological support, and examination pressure.These findings of the present study might have implications for school administrators, EFL teacher educators, teacher training institutions and the institution that provide teacher professional development courses, as well as for education policy makers and for EFL teachers themselves.
NEOPTERIN AND RECURRENT SPONTANEOUS ABORTÄ°ON (RSA): THE EFFECT OF CELLULAR IMMUNE SYSTEM ACTIVATION ON SUBSEQUENT PREGNANCY
Authors: ĂśnĂĽvar SongĂĽl , TanrÄ±verdi ZĂĽbeyde
Published: October 2017

Background: Recurrent miscarriages are common complications in pregnancy. Neopterin is one of the immunologic biomarkers of several diseases related to activation of the cellular immune system. RSA is associated with immune system related abnormalities.Objectives: We aimed to investigate the effectiveness of neopterin levels in the early diagnosis of RSA.Methods: Eighty RSA patients and forty-three healthy controls were included in the study. The neopterin concentrations were determined by the enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) method. For the statistical analysis, Mann-Whitney U test and Pearson correlation test were used the; p<0.05 was considered statistically significant.Results: Serum mean neopterin levels were 16.47Â±0.095 nmol/L in RSA group and 6.14Â±0.041 nmol/L in control group, respectively. Compared to the control group, a statistically significant increase (p=0.0183) in the serum neopterin levels of the patients was observed. There was a negative correlation between serum neopterin level and age in both the control (R=0.0774, p=0.6236) and RSA groups (R=0.1415, p=0.2089). However, this correlation was not statistically significant (p>0.05).Conclusions: With overstimulation of interferon-Îł (INF-Îł) during pregnancy, the production of neopterin increases by monocytes/macrophages. The measurement of neopterin levels in the serum contributes to the early diagnosis of pregnancy losses.
A STUDY OF UNMANNED GLIDER DESIGN, SIMULATION, AND MANUFACTURING
Authors: Demircali Anil , Uvet Huseyin
Published: October 2017

This paper describes a mini unmanned glider's design, simulation, and manufacturing with a wing-folding mechanism. The mini-glider is designed for the CANSAT 2016 competition, which has the theme of a Mars glider concept with atmosphere data acquisition. The aim is to facilitate transportation and to land it to the destination point. Having a light and compact design is important since it is a glider without an engine and it uses power only for the transmission of sensory data. The glider is produced with a wingspan which is 440 mm, and its longitudinal distance is 304 mm. The wings can be packaged in a fixed size container whose dimensions are 125 mm in diameter and 310 mm in height. The glider's weight is only 144 gr, and it can increase up to 500 gr with maximum with payload. The mechanism, which includes springs and neodymium magnets for wing-folding, is capable of being ready in 98 ms for gliding after separation from its container. The mini-glider is capable of telemetry, communications, and other sensory operations autonomously during flight.
PREVALENCE AND BIOFILM FORMING ABILITY OF LISTERIA MONOCYTOGENES ISOLATED FROM MEAT
Authors: Zadernowska Anna , ChajÄ™cka-Wierzchowska Wioleta , Zakrzewski Arkadiusz
Published: October 2017

Listeria monocytogenes is a Gram-positive intracellular bacterium, which causes foodborne listeriosis. This organism can be introduced through many routes to food-processing environments and may become established on food-processing equipment. Examination of 130 meat samples was conducted and the Listeria monocytogenes prevalence was determined by using an ISO culture method and PCR method. The isolated strainsâ€™ ability to form a biofilm was determined with the microplate (MP) method. Out of 130 meat samples examined, 22 (17%) contained L. monocytogenes. The majority (n=13; 59%) of the strains were characterized by a no biofilm producer. Four of the of Listeria monocytogenes strains (18,2%) showed strong and five of them (22,7%) moderate ability to form biofilm
EFFECT OF CHILLING STRESS ON THE PHOTOSYNTHETIC PERFORMANCE OF YOUNG PLANTS FROM TWO MAIZE (ZEA MAYS) HYBRIDS
Authors: Cholakova-Bimbalova Rositsa , Vassilev Andon
Published: October 2017

: In the climate conditions of Bulgaria, early stages of maize plants development often go under suboptimal temperatures. Chilling stress is known to cause different physiological disturbances in young maize plants during the transition period from heterotrophic to autotrophic nutrition. However, the effect of chilling may differ among maize hybrids. Photosynthetic performance could be a good indicator for the hybrid tolerance to chilling. The aim of our study was to evaluate the tolerance of young maize plants from two hybrids â€“ the new Bulgarian hybrid - Kneza 307 and the hybrid P9528 using as criteria the changes in their photosynthetic performance.Plants at the third leaf stage were exposed for seven days to chilling stress. At the end of the experimental period, growth, leaf lipid peroxidation, and several photosynthetic parameters were measured. We found that chilling stress reduced the fresh mass accumulation, increased lipid peroxidation, diminished net photosynthetic rate and chlorophyll content, and enhanced non-photochemical quenching of chlorophyll fluorescence. Although the responses of both hybrids were similar, some specificity were observed and discussed.
CEREAL CRISPBREAD IMPROVEMENT WITH DIETARY FIBRE FROM APPLE BY-PRODUCTS
Authors: Konrade Daiga , Klava Dace , Gramatina Ilze
Published: October 2017

In the production of apple juice, the by-products such as the peel, bark and seeds remain biologically active substances and a good source of dietary fibre. The aim of our study is to incorporate apple by-product flour (ABF) into cereal crispbreads and to determine the total dietary fibre (TDF) content, the colour and the structural changes after addition of ABF to cereal based extrudates. Hot air drying was applied for the preparation of ABF from apple pomace. For the development of new products, a laboratory single-screw extruder GĂ–TTFERT 1 L series (Germany) was used. An extrusion screw (compression ratio 2:1) at a speed of 60-80 rpm and a rectangular die (aperture: 20 mm wide, 1.0 mm high, 100 mm long) were also used. The basic ingredients for extruded crispbreads were wheat flour, rice flour, wheat bran, rye flour, oat flour with addition of ABF in different proportions (5%, 10%, 15%).The content of total dietary fibre (TDF) was determined according to the AOAC â€“AACC method No.985.29 by FOSS Analytical Fibertec E 1023 system. Density, textural properties and colour was also determined. The obtained results showed an increase of TDF from 9.39 to 15.89 g 100g-1 in wheat crispbreads with AB and from 15.8 to19.89 g 100g-1 in rye crispbreads with ABF, hardness of products with ABF was from 17.2-21.7 N and density from 0.24-0.35g cm-3, moisture of final product was 3.89-4.24Â±0. 01%. The main purpose of the current research was to determine the effect of ABF addition to cereal crispbread content, of the TDF and the textural properties.
THE ROLE AND IMPORTANCE OF TRAINING FOR IMPROVING THE SAFETY AND AWARENESS OF THE TECHNICAL STAFF IN THE MINING PLANT
Authors: Palka Dorota
Published: October 2017

Harsh working conditions and the introduction of technologically advanced machines are placing growing demands on the qualifications of mine workers, forcing mine workers to undergo continuous training. This article presents the results of research concerning the evaluation of training and expectations of workers in a mining plant to identify further actions in this area. The results indicate that workers negatively evaluate previous training. Based on advanced expert interviews and panel discussions, the directions and recommendations regarding the necessary changes to training are set out. Employees suggest broadening the subject of occupational health and safety training. Their concerns relate to the operation and maintenance of new machines, telecommunication equipment, mining support, ventilation, and interpersonal communication. The results indicate a growing awareness among employees of the role and importance of training and the acceptance of upgrading skills as an investment in the future.
EVALUATION OF LACTIC ACID BACTERIA GROWTH DURING AUTOCHTHONOUS ALBANIAN KALLMET WINE PRODUCTION WITH SPONTANEOUS AND INOCULATED FERMENTATIONS
Authors: Hasalliu Rozeta
Published: October 2017

The grape used in wine making has many wild microorganisms like lactic acid bacteria, yeast, acetic acid bacteria. During the alcoholic fermentation, the evaluation of these microorganisms depends on their activity. There is an interaction between yeast and lactic acid bacteria during this period of wine making. In this study, we have made wine from the autochthonous Albanian grape Kallmet variety using the spontaneous fermentation and inoculated fermentation with the yeast Saccharomyces bayannus. Yeasts carry out the alcohol fermentation, and lactic acid bacteria make malolactic fermentation in wine. With this fermentation, lactic acid bacteria convert malic acid to lactic acid, reducing the acidity of the wine and create a microbiological stability. During the alcoholic fermentation, the evaluation of lactic acid bacteria is not required. The aim of our study is to evaluate the first quantity of lactic acid bacteria to Kallmet grape, their performance during the two fermentations, spontaneous and inoculated fermentations.
INFORMATICS PLATFORM AS A TOOL SUPPORTING RESEARCH REGARDING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE MINING MACHINESâ€™ WORK
Authors: StecuĹ‚a Kinga , Brodny JarosĹ‚aw , Tutak Magdalena
Published: October 2017

One of the factors which highly affects the economic effectiveness of production enterprises is the level of the use of technical means. This factor is also significant for mining companies extracting coal. The optimal use of mining machines can impact the future of these companies. The paper presents the authorsâ€™ solution which is an informatics platform supporting an analysis of the mining machinesâ€™ effectiveness. It uses a data warehouse to archive, synchronize and analytically process the data obtained from the studied machines. The article shows an example of applying an informatics platform to investigate the effectiveness of the longwall shearerâ€™s work. The analysis was based on the data obtained from the industrial automation system. Afterwards, the shearerâ€™s availability and performance, and quality of the product, which is coal, were determined. The developed tool should find wide practical application in production companies across different kinds of industries.
RAPID MICROPROPAGATION OF VU NU ORCHID (ONCIDIUM SP.) BY USING TISSUE CULTURE TECHNIQUE
Authors: Minh Tran Van , Khoa Nguyen Van , Hoa Bui Thanh
Published: October 2017

: The high demand of Oncidium orchids leads us to find out efficient methods of propagating them. However, the propagation rate of traditional methods are low in nature and a hybrid seed is not genetically stable. Thus, plant cell biotechnology is examined as the most effective way to resolve the barrier of elite clone production. Shoot clusters were cultured on MS medium supplemented with 2,4-D (1 mg/l) for callus induction (76.19%) before induced callus was favoured for PLBs regeneration (98 PLBs/callus cluster) on MS medium supplemented with NAA (0.75 mg/l); the combination of BA (0.5 mg/l) and NAA (0.5 mg/l) was favoured for PLBs regeneration (28.18 PLBs/shoot cluster) from shoots cultivation. The PLBs (79.21 PLBs/PLB cluster) were then proliferated on MS medium supplemented with NAA (1 mg/l) and BA (1 mg/l) for shoot regeneration (12.42 shoots/PLBs cluster). Multiple-shoots were divided to 3-4 shoots/cluster for micropropagation on the MS medium supplemented with the combination of BA (0.25 mg/l) and NAA (0.25 mg/l) to reach 11.66 shoots/cluster. Shoots were finally separated to single-shoot for rooting on the MS medium supplemented with NAA (0.75 mg/l). A scheme for Oncidium micropropagation using PLBs culture techniques was set up.
INTERNATIONAL TERRORISM IN THE 21ST CENTURY â€“ 16 YEARS AFTER 9/11 2001
Authors: Iulian Raluca Iulia
Published: October 2017

After the end of the Cold War, the new European and global security environment has undergone profound changes. In the new security environment, international terrorism represents one of the main threats at a global level, the others being the proliferation of chemical, atomic, and bacteriological weapons of destruction and organized crime. Terrorism is difficult to define. Although it is an important issue today, there is no unanimously accepted scientific definition. There have been numerous attempts to define terrorism that complement each other. The paper focuses on Islamic terrorism which has undergone a certain evolution over time and has proliferated in recent years. Nowadays, it has some particularities which will be presented in the paper; they reflect the specificity of this phenomenon with a view to understanding its origin, the purposes, and its consequences. Samuel P. Huntingtonâ€™s theory of the Clash of Civilization and Eric Neumayer and Thomas PlĂĽmperâ€™s theory of the Strategic Logic of International Terrorism provide useful explanations. The aim of the paper is to examine the evolution of this phenomenon after 9/11 2001, which represents a turning point in the evolution of international terrorism.
SOURCES OF AIR POLLUTION, ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND EXPLOITATION OF NATURAL RESOURCES IN KOSOVO
Authors: Dreshaj Adem , Millaku Bedri , Shala Sabiha , Selimaj Afrim , Shabani Halit
Published: October 2017

: Concerns and uncertainty about the life on Earth are constantly growing, today greater than ever before, as a result of human activity. In this regard, the major dangers that threaten our planet include uncontrolled utilization of natural resources, environmental deterioration and environmental pollution over Earth's regenerating possibilities. Whereas, the main causes of pollution are deforestation, erosion, greenhouse gas emissions, poor urban and industrial waste control and uncontrolled mining activities. All of these lead to serious consequences for life on Earth, because of the natural resources of the soil and its capacity to absorb waste gases (CH4), and the release of heavy metals such as Pb, Zn, Cd, Cu, Fe and As, which are the biggest soil pollutants. The Earth is being cemented, and its regenerating capacities are being diminished every day.
MANAGEMENT OF RESEARCH PROJECTS – LESSONS LEARNED
Authors: Betta Jan , Jastrzebska Joanna
Published: October 2017

Project management assists many areas of human activities and recently has been considered as a way to ensure the success of scientific research projects. A primary problem is the need to identify the project’s success factors, which include phenomena, actions, events, and parameters that contribute to the success. The purpose of this study is to identify the management issues and oversights that pose a negative effect on scientific research projects. The study involves a questionnaire, distributed to several managers of research projects conducted within Polish universities. This paper presents the results of assessing responses to two questions of this survey. These questions about project management deal with goals achieved by marginal projects and an analysis ex post. The responses to each question are grouped into five types, on which a frequency analysis is performed. For each group, several conclusions and recommendations are proposed. The results are a first attempt to construct a set of suitable practices for the management of scientific research projects.
COMPETITIVENESS OF THE FISH PROCESSING SECTOR IN LATVIA
Authors: Biukšāne Inese
Published: October 2017

Abstract: In the development of Latvia’s economy, the fish processing sector has played an important role, historically and traditionally, because of its ability to produce competitive products for the world market. The aim of this research is to evaluate the competitiveness of the fish processing sector in Latvia. Methodology involving the Model of Factors Influencing Competitiveness of the Fisheries Sector Cluster and the Index of Fish Processing Sector Competitiveness are developed as part of the research. The study also identifies the spheres influencing competitiveness, as well as the possibilities of further development. The methodology created in the study can be used to evaluate competitiveness of the fish processing sector in any country. It may also assist institutions involved in developing Fisheries’ policy to work more successfully and improve the common policy in the Fisheries sector.
THE CLASSIFICATION AND CHARACTERISTICS OF CONTROL CHARTS
Authors: Czabak-Górska Izabela Dagmara
Published: October 2017

Control Charts are the basic tool for quality control. They were developed in the 1920s when the dominant type of production was mass production. In order to properly use classic Control Charts, the data from the manufacturing process should meet the following assumptions: an empirical distribution of measurement data should be normally distributed or close to a normal distribution, measurement data should be independent, the manufacturing process should be capable of quality depending on the type of Control Chart, a sample that is large enough (sometimes made of several elements) must be taken. Currently, a shift can be observed from mass production towards short production runs, which causes the proper use of the traditional approach to be impossible. In recent years, control charts are once again in the spotlight, and consequently many scientists, i.e. Reynolds, Zimmer, Costa, Calvin and Chan have undertaken the task to adapt the classic idea of keeping Control Charts to modern conditions of production. The development of science in this area allows for the avoidance of making major mistakes in the conduct of Control Charts and for making the wrong decisions based on erroneous analysis. However, the appearance of new literature pieces implies the need to classify Control Charts, therefore, this article describes the idea of conduct, the most important assumptions and distribution of classical Shewhart's Control Charts, as well as a suggestion for the distribution of advanced Control Charts that meet the needs of the currently used production types. The work also contains a concise description of the chosen control charts as well as the threats resulting from their inappropriate selection. This elaboration is an extension to the article of Czabak-Górska (2017).
FORECAST OF USING NEURAL NETWORKS IN THE TOURISM SECTOR
Authors: Karahuta Miroslav , Gallo Peter , MatuĹˇĂ­kovĂˇ Daniela , Ĺ enkovĂˇ Anna , Ĺ ambronskĂˇ KristĂ­na
Published: October 2017

The paper addresses the issue of management decision-making using artificial neural networks and their application in hotel management. Today, the development of tourism is of great importance and plays a very important role in the development of national economy. Balanced ranking and prediction model using financial and non-financial indicators with the application of artificial intelligence, allows us to reach a high level of effectivity and accuracy in evaluation of the financial and non-financial health of companies operating in this segment. This approach improves the managerâ€™s ability to understand complex contexts and make better decisions for further development. It also brings new managerial and scientific point of view of an in-depth analysis of the performance of these facilities. It can help the development of tourism in terms of the application of modern management techniques built on scientific principles and thereby better integrate science and practice.
RISKS OF REGULATION IN NETWORK INDUSTRY â€“ CASE OF THE SLOVAK REPUBLIC
Authors: KluÄŤka Jozef
Published: October 2017

Historically, the Slovak Republic infrastructure involved monopolies, with the State operating sectors of electricity, telecommunications, postal services, gas, and water supply through state enterprises. The electric energy sector has since become privatized in the Slovak Republic. Because of insufficient competition (oligopoly), a regulatory office formed with the role of price regulation. In this pricing area, the electricity supply sector suffered turmoil in the Slovak Republic. This paper addresses some practicalities of regulation and proposes measures to minimize risks relating to decisions of the regulating authority. The current issues reflect problems of price regulation of electricity in the Slovak Republic that have resulted in political disputes. This paper describes the regulatory framework of network industries in the Slovak Republic and general assumptions for transparent and efficient regulatory process. It includes an analysis of certain aspects of price regulation and the role and responsibilities of a chairman and other stakeholders in this process. Some measures are proposed to minimize the future risks of price regulation. These measures cover internal subjects and processes as well as the external environment involving stakeholders and their influence on negotiating prices.
INFLATION SPIRALS AND SELF-REPLICATION OF INFLATION
Authors: Kotcofana Tatyana , Protasov Alexander , Stazhkova St. Polina
Published: October 2017

Inflation is a complex socio-economic phenomenon, whose formal sign is the depreciation of money. Most often it is expressed in the form of rising prices, although it also has other manifestations. The economic substance of this phenomenon lies in the area of public reproduction and the socio-economic relations about the distribution of public product and public wealth. In this article, the self-replicating nature of inflation is shown and genesis and evolution of inflationary process at all stages of public reproduction are analyzed. It is shown that each of the stages has the mechanisms capable of generating inflationary potential. The category of â€śinflationary spiralâ€ť is explained in more detail, because it cannot be presented only by a traditional â€ścosts â€“ pricesâ€ť mechanism. Inflationary spirals can be observed at any stage of the reproduction process, making the task of managing inflation even more difficult. It causes the need for the complex accounting of all the variety of factors of the inflationary process and the inflation consequences in the formulation of an economic policy.
TURNING DATA INTO VALUABLE INSIGHTS: THE CASE STUDY IN AVIATION SECTOR COMPANY
Authors: Ergle Daiga , Ludviga Iveta , KalviĹ†a Agita
Published: October 2017

Since the early 2000s, there is increasing pressure on Human Resource Departments to show their impact on organizational performance. This pressure is related to the shift from industrial based economies to knowledge based economies and positioning people as potential sources of competitive advantage, and to the rise of Evidence-Based Management (EBM), which requires making decisions based on data and analysis. New technologies have enabled HR departments to start a transition from HR metrics to HR Analytics, thus transforming from the traditional administrative HR function to a more strategic HR function that can express qualitative matters and its impact on organizational performance with numbers. This case study describes the implementation of HR analytics in an aviation sector company. Quantitative data gathered from an annual staff engagement survey are analyzed using a Structural Equation Modelling technique with Smart PLS software. The results show that the analysis offers insights which are much more valuable than traditional diagnosis of the level of employee engagement. Thus, management can trace an employeeâ€™s journey within the organization and be able to predict their behavior in relationship to the time spent in the organization. Moreover, the changing needs of employees are seen form the analysis and Evidence-Based Management can be implemented.
THE PROBLEM OF QUALITY CORRELATION AND EFFICIENCY OF MEDICAL SERVICES AS A FACTOR OF HEALTH ORGANIZATIONS COMPETITIVENESS
Authors: Pashkus Vadim , Pashkus Natalie , Chemlyakova Asya
Published: October 2017

In the present day, in the context of the toughening of global competition in the field of health care and the efforts that different countries of the world spend on improving the efficiency of the public sector of economy, the problems associated with determining the factors of competitiveness of healthcare organizations come to the forefront. The research conducted by the authors showed that assessing the competitiveness and development potential of medical companies with the Keigan-Vogel positioning map often gives incorrect results. The study showed that a significant part of errors (22-28%) is due to an incorrect evaluation of the quality and effectiveness of medical services, which necessitates a clear delineation of these concepts. The work shows how these indicators effect the competitiveness of organizations in the health sector and what happens if we do not distinguish between these two concepts.
REGIME CHANGE AND TREND PREDICTION FOR BITCOIN TIME SERIES DATA
Authors: Kodama Osamu , Pichl LukĂˇĹˇ , Kaizoji Taisei
Published: October 2017

Bitcoin time series dataset recording individual transactions denominated in Euro at the COINBASE market between April 23, 2015 and August 15, 2016 is analyzed. Markov switching model is applied to classify the regions of varying volatility represented by three hidden state regimes using univariate autoregressive model and dependent mixture model. Causality extraction and price prediction of daily BTCEUR exchange rates is performed by means of a recurrent neural network using the standard Elman model. Strong correlations is found between the normalized mean squared error of the Elman network (out-of-sample 5-day-ahead prediction) and the realized volatility (sum of minute returns squared throughout the trading day). The present approach is calibrated using simulated regime change in standard econometric models. Our results clearly demonstrate the applicability of recurrent neural networks to causality extraction even in the case of highly volatile cryptocurrency exchange rate time series data.
PRICING MODELS IN A CAPTIVE MARKET: A CASE STUDY OF LCC DORMITORIES
Authors: Popov Dragomir , Odebiyi Femi
Published: October 2017

The purpose of this study is to identify the residentsâ€™ preference among three pricing strategies: a la carte pricing strategy, limited choice pricing strategy, and bundled pricing strategy. The study analyzes the correlation between the year of study of the dormitory residents and the preferred pricing strategy. It uses an online survey for LCC International University students who were enrolled for the 2015-2016 academic year. A fixed choice set analysis is performed to analyze 126 valid responses. The results show that 42.4% of the respondents prefer an a la carte pricing strategy, contrary to the currently limited choice pricing strategy employed by LCC residency halls. Additionally, the study finds out that the residents are more likely to switch their preference from a bundled pricing strategy to an a la carte pricing strategy the higher their year of study is. Resident preferences for pricing strategies can provide dormitory operators with valuable information on establishing best pricing structures.
CONTINOUS IMPROVEMENT AND APPLICATION OF QUALITY MANAGEMENT METHODS IN RAILWAY TRANSPORT PROCESSES
Authors: Ĺ tefancovĂˇ VladimĂ­ra , Ĺ atanovĂˇ Anna , HarmanovĂˇ Danka
Published: October 2017

The basic principle of continuous improvement of each enterprise is to comprehend its particular transport processes. For better understanding and detailed analysis there are available lots of quality improvement toolkit. The relationship between consequence and potential causes can be monitored through various fundamental and specific tools. This article is oriented on train delay which belongs among the typical problems in the railway sector and is considered significant from the customer's perspective. The aim of this paper is to highlight the possible applications of quality management methods in the framework of the train delay issue. These delays influence a trains' punctuality and therefore it is important to identify most prevalent causing these problems reasons as well as to analyze them and propose solutions.
A NEW SIMPLIFIED DECISION MAKING SYSTEM FOR SMALL PROJECTS
Authors: Tudorel SecÄrea
Published: October 2017

Making decisions on funding or not funding projects is the most difficult process in management, especially for the state services that have a limited budget. The aim of this study is to establish a new simplified system for evaluating small projects based on translating all values into economic terms. The new system tries to simplify the Cost-Benefit Analysis (on which it is based) to the bare minimum and still keep a high degree of relevance to the decision-making process. The conclusions were somewhat remarkable, mostly because the system gives accurate and relevant data for comparing projects despite its simplicity. The other big benefit of this system is its simple nature and ease of understanding even for people with no economic studies.The applied part of this paper involves an analysis of real projects in Brasov County â€“ Romania and the results of applying Cost-Benefit Analysis and the new method for evaluating projects.The paper concludes proposing a new, modern and simple system for improving decision making on small projects.
TRANSITION AND AGRICULTURAL COOPERATIVES IN BULGARIA
Authors: Zaimova Darina , Doitchinova Julia , Zheliazkov George
Published: October 2017

One general characteristic of Eastern European countries (EEC) countries is that at the early stage of transition from a central-planned to a market economy the majority of land was returned to the rural population, which resulted in large numbers of relatively small and dispersed land plots. Geographical proximity and the similar institutional model of these countries identify common development constraints: generally small farm sizes, unclear cooperative legislation or inappropriate taxation policies, individualism and general unwillingness by the farmers to collaborate, absence of value chain activities and entrepreneurial spirit. This paper is purposed towards identifying, analyzing and evaluating the causes of economic and social changes in the development of agricultural cooperatives in Bulgaria in the past two decades.
THE IMPACT OF GLOBALIZATION FOR NEED OF SOCIAL PEDAGOGUES IN SCHOOLS
Authors: Durana Pavol , Chlebikova Darina
Published: October 2017

The aim of this paper is to highlight the changes that have occurred in society due to globalization. There has been a change in the social environment, economic security of family and social security of pupils. The result is the change of behavior and socialization in school, leading to undesirable practices in primary schools, such as bullying, truancy, drugs, rebellion, violence, emotional abuse and so forth. Social pedagogues are the experts in schools that can help in these areas and can help to harmonize the school environment. The questionnaire survey made in 18 primary schools in Ĺ˝ilina tries to find out the existence of social pedagogues and their activities in primary schools
INNOVATION OF THE STUDY COURSE USING PEARSON HIGHER EDUCATION TOOLS
Authors: DvorokovĂˇ KateĹ™ina , KulhĂˇnek LumĂ­r
Published: October 2017

In the Czech Republic, there is historically a wealth of experience with eLearning. In recent years, however, new platforms were developed that have escaped the attention of the academic sphere. The purpose of this article is to evaluate experience with the platform of Pearson Company within the innovation of the course Monetary Theory and Policy at the Faculty of Economics, Technical University of Ostrava. In the Czech Republic, the history of eLearning has been dating since the year 2000. Among the best-known eLearning projects within universities belonged the project "Virtual University" or the online training system WebCT. The most widely used eLearning tools in the Czech Republic today are LMS Moodle, Articulate, Adobe Captivate, eDoceo, etc. Surprisingly eLearning platforms built within the renowned book publisher â€“ e.g., Pearson or Oxford, are less known in the Czech Republic. In this article, we will, therefore, discuss the possibilities that Pearson platform for eLearning offers for universities, and we will conclude with our further experience with its practical use.
MAPPING AND RANGING OF CULTURAL AND CREATIVE INDUSTRIES IN THE CITY OF PLOVDIV
Authors: Kazashka Vesela , Ruseva Margarita , Stoyanova Paulina
Published: October 2017

This paper reflects the goals and objectives of the fundamental scientific research project â€śYoung Scientists 2016â€ť at the Scientific Research Fund of the Bulgarian Ministry of Education and Science.The aim of this research is to analyze and map the cultural industries in Plovdiv. The intention is the resources of cultural industries to be researched using empirical data and then based on this research to be ranged and mapped. Furthermore, the research team is looking for a new model and tool-set for appraisal of the cultural industries. The methods employed are based on success indicators borrowed from economics and statistics.
First record of the genus Pygiopachymerus Pic (Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae: Bruchinae) for Mexico
Authors: Godínez-Cortés Sergio , Romero Nápoles Jesús
Published: October 2017

Examination of the Bruchinae collection in the National Museum of Natural History (USNM), revealed the first records of Pygiopachymerus lineola Chevrolat, 1871 for Mexico; with three specimens from the states of Guanajuato and Oaxaca, and a new host, Tamarindus indica, belonging to Caesalpinioideae (Fabaceae). This represents an increase in the knowledge of seed beetles biodiversity in Mexican territory from 28 to 29 genera. Illustrations and morphological description diagnostic are added.
Large cystic lympangioma of the pancreas: a case reportum
Authors: Jayappa SN , Rao P , Tandon AS , Bharathy KGS , Sikora SS
Published: October 2017

Lymphangioma of the pancreas is rare and presents as a large cystic mass in the retroperitoneum. The pancreatic origin can be confirmed by careful evaluation of cross sectional imaging. Preoperative differentiation from other pancreatic cystic neoplasms is difficult but possible. Large symptomatic lesions warrant surgery. The diagnosis is confirmed by typical features on histopathology and immunohistochemistry. Presented here is a case report of a pancreatic lymphangioma, discussed in the context of available literature.
Determination and production of antimicrobial compounds by Aspergillus clavatonanicus strain MJ31, an endophytic fungus from Mirabilis jalapa L. using UPLC-ESI-MS/MS and TD-GC-MS analysis
Authors: Mishra Vineet Kumar , Passari Ajit Kumar , Chandra Preeti , Leo Vincent Vineeth , Kumar Brijesh , Uthandi Sivakumar , Thankappan Sugitha , Gupta Vijai Kumar , Singh Bhim Pratap
Published: October 2017

Endophytic fungi associated with medicinal plants are reported as potent producers of diverse classes of secondary metabolites. In the present study, an endophytic fungi,Aspergillus clavatonanicusstrain MJ31, exhibiting significant antimicrobial activity was isolated from roots ofMirabilis jalapaL., was identified by sequencing three nuclear genes i.e. internal transcribed spacers ribosomal RNA (ITS rRNA), 28S ribosomal RNA (28S rRNA) and translation elongation factor 1- alpha (EF 1α). Ethyl acetate extract of strain MJ31displayed significant antimicrobial potential againstBacillus subtilis, followed byMicrococccus luteusandStaphylococcus aureuswith minimum inhibitory concentrations (MIC) of 0.078, 0.156 and 0.312 mg/ml respectively. In addition, the strain was evaluated for its ability to synthesize bioactive compounds by the amplification of polyketide synthase (PKS) and non ribosomal peptide synthetase (NRPS) genes. Further, seven antibiotics (miconazole, ketoconazole, fluconazole, ampicillin, streptomycin, chloramphenicol, and rifampicin) were detected and quantified using UPLC-ESI-MS/MS. Additionally, thermal desorption-gas chromatography mass spectrometry (TD-GC-MS) analysis of strain MJ31 showed the presence of 28 volatile compounds. This is the first report onA.clavatonanicusas an endophyte obtained fromM.jalapa. We conclude thatA.clavatonanicusstrain MJ31 has prolific antimicrobial potential against both plant and human pathogens and can be exploited for the discovery of new antimicrobial compounds and could be an alternate source for the production of secondary metabolites.
Speaking language? The politics of language and power in Saga
Authors: Gartley Elizabeth
Published: October 2017

Linguists like to joke that a language is a ‘dialect with an army and navy’, a suggestion which takes on even greater meaning within the universe of Saga, where the strongest military powers speak a dialect known as Language. This analysis explores the power of language in Saga, the continuing series by Brian K. Vaughan and Fiona Staples. The series uses the graphic-verbal medium of comics to draw special attention to the use of language and to portray linguistic power dynamics within the story. This analysis will first discuss the depiction of linguistic identity and multilingualism in Saga through the use of lettering, discourse and constructed language. The second portion of this analysis will examine two characters through their use of language, artistic representation and lettering: a power holder seeking to maintain power, Prince Robot IV, and a talking animal who subverts power structures with a one-word vocabulary, Lying Cat.
Solving the problem of elasticity for round thick plates at axially symmetric strain
Authors: Hvertsev Oleksiy , Selivanova Ninel
Published: October 2017

An exact solution of the equations of elasticity for round plates loaded axially symmetric. The problem of bending round plates, which are under the influence of normal forces attached to any law to load any type of resistance. It is shown that pasture circular plate under axially symmetric load leads to appearance of temperature field.
NONTRADITIONAL SUPPORT OF THE WEST PORTAL OF TUNNEL POVAZSKY CHLMEC
Authors: Faltýnek Jan
Published: October 2017

The paper is focused on general description of support elements used on the Western Portal of the tunnel Považský Chlmec in Slovakia, near the City of Žilina. It presents basic aspects of the method of the shell structure. In this case the shell structure in combination with pile walls was used. You can also find here detailed description of geotechnical behaviour together with the setting up of the numerical model constructed in PLAXIS. Conclusions of important points from the entire paper including results evaluation you can find at the end of the paper.
FIBER REINFORCED SAND BACKFILL FOR UNDERGROUND PEDESTRIAN CROSSINGS
Authors: Ponomarev Andrei B. , Kleveko V.I. , Moiseeva O.V. , Kashapova K.R.
Published: October 2017

Crosswalk is an essential element of the transport system of any city. A priority assignment in any such crossing is to ensure the safety of pedestrians. Underground pedestrian crossings are much safer than crossings at another level, but they lose in attraction when it comes to cost. The cost of the construction of an underground pedestrian crossing often leads to project abandonment. The cost of construction can be reduced through the use of flexible corrugated metal structures instead of ordinary concrete structures. The stress-strain state of the structural shells need to be known to facilitate their rational design. The stress-strain state of flexible corrugated metal shells largely depends on the strength and deformation characteristics of the surrounding soil. Therefore, improving the characteristics of backfill soil is an urgent task in reducing the cost of construction for such tunnels. One way to improve the strength and deformation characteristics of soils is the use of reinforcement. Currently, there are a large number of reinforcement schemes and also associated reinforcing materials. One of the most prospective methods of soil reinforcement is the use of fibre filaments. Fibre reinforced soils have significantly higher strength and deformation characteristics in comparison with unreinforced soils. Numerical modelling of a tunnel shell made out of a corrugated metal structure was undertaken to evaluate the effectiveness of using fibre reinforced sand. Ordinary sand and sand reinforced with polypropylene fibres have been used as soil backfill. The calculation results for a pedestrian tunnel structure involving different strength and deformation characteristics of the backfill soil are presented in this article.