bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Association between physiological parameters and yield in Triticum aestivum L. genotypes under rainfed conditions
Authors: Öztürk İ.
Published: July 2020

Abstract. The purpose of the study was to assess the relationships between physiological parameters and grain yield of different bread wheat genotypes. In the present research a total of 25 bread wheat genotypes were tested during the 2016-2017 seasons under rainfed conditions. The experiment was conducted in a randomized complete blocks design with four replications. Grain yield, days of heading, plant height, biomass (NDVI) from GS25 up to GS85 growth stage, chlorophyll content (SPAD) during the heading stage, canopy temperature (CT) at GS60 and GS75 growth stages, and glaucousness were investigated. The results of variance analyses showed that there were significant differences (p<0.01) among genotypes for yield. The mean grain yield was 7948 kg ha-1 and yield ranged from 7033 kg ha-1 to 8759 kg ha-1, the highest grain yield performed by TE6744-16 line. According to the results, significant differences among cultivars in terms of plant height, days of heading, biomass, chlorophyll content, canopy temperature, glaucousness were found. TE6627-6 line had the highest chlorophyll content and also, chlorophyll content positively affected grain yield. Canopy temperature is generally related to yield under drought stress condition in bread wheat. In the study early maturing (days of heading) genotypes had lower canopy temperature. An increase in biomass after the heading phase has positively affected grain yield. In the study, no correlation was found between grain yield and biomass at GS25 and GS45 growth phase. There was a negative correlation between glaucousness with biomass at GS60, GS75 and GS85 growth phase. These results showed that physiological parameters such as biomass (at GS75 and GS85), canopy temperature (at GS60 and GS75), and chlorophyll content (at GS60), and glaucousness could be used for selection parameters under rainfed conditions for yield in bread wheat.
Histology, serum biochemistry and haematological profiles of Clarias gariepinus fed diets containing Luffa cylindrica seedmeal
Authors: Jimoh W.A. , Shittu M.O. , Ayeloja A.A. , Abdulsalami S.A.
Published: July 2020

Abstract. A 56-day feeding trial was conducted to evaluate the effect of processing time, inclusion level and/or their interactions on serum biochemistry, haematology and histology of the liver and kidney of Clarias gariepinus fed diets containing Luffa cylindrica seedmeal. The five formulated diets were designated as control (CTR) and tested, replaced at 15 and 30% by 5- and 10-min toasted Luffa cylindrica seedmeal (D515T, D530T, D1015T and D1030T). The experimental design followed a 2×2 factorial experiment in a completely randomised design; the processing time of 5- and 10-min toasting and inclusion level of 15 and 30% serves as factors. Triplicate groups of each treatment were made. Blood sampling, harvesting of organs, serum biochemistry, histology and haematological studies followed standard procedures. The results of the study showed that the effect of processing time, inclusion level and their interactions had significant impact (p<0.05) on Clarias gariepinus. A decrease in RBC, PCV and Hb was observed when compared with control for inclusion level, processing time and/or their interaction. Total protein, albumin and globulin of the blood of fish fed diet CTR was not significantly different (p>0.05) from that of the blood of the fish fed D1015T. Mild to moderate vacuolation of the hepatocytes were recorded among the livers of fish fed control and test dietary treatments except those fed D1030T that recorded very severe vacuolation of the hepatocytes. The kidney, being the excretory organ, was also affected. However, normal cell architecture was recorded in fish fed CTR, D530T and D1030T.
Una mirada a la Transición desde el cambio sociorreligioso (1976-1981): entre la aceleración del proceso de secularización y la persistencia de «guerras culturales» en un contexto democrático
Authors: Ruiz-Andrés Rafael
Published: July 2020

A partir de la convergencia histórica entre la Transición y la aceleración del proceso de secularización, el presente trabajo examina las claves de la desactivación de la denominada «cuestión religiosa» desde una perspectiva sociohistórica y por medio del análisis de diversos materiales históricos (archivos, estadísticas, fuentes orales, etc.). Desde esta base, el artículo se interroga sobre la consolidación de un centrismo, también sociorreligioso, durante el inicio de la construcción democrática en España, a partir de la potencial relación entre Transición y secularización, que no fue óbice para la reactivación de una «guerra cultural» de baja intensidad en un contexto democrático. En torno a estos dos ejes, presentaremos las características y los dilemas de la presencia religiosa en un marco aconfesional y crecientemente secularizado, en el que no solo el consenso en la cuestión religiosa fue posible, sino que el disenso se encontró crecientemente naturalizado por los mecanismos democráticos.
Inquisición y judaísmo en México (siglo XVII): vascos y portugueses
Authors: Pulido-Serrano Juan-Ignacio
Published: July 2020

Este trabajo plantea un análisis novedoso de las persecuciones inquisitoriales que sufrieron los conversos portugueses en el virreinato de Nueva España a mediados del siglo XVII y a las que una extensa bibliografía viene denominando como la «Gran Complicidad» judía en América. Más allá de la represión inquisitorial contra los judaizantes en México que caracterizó la expresión de este conflicto, en este trabajo se examina la pugna desatada entre la nación vasca y la nación portuguesa en México, en una coyuntura extremadamente crítica como fue la de mediados de aquel siglo.
Productivity and its Factors: Impact on Organizational Improvement
Authors: Fontalvo-Herrera Tomás José , De la Hoz-Granadillo Efrain , Morelos-Gomez Jose
Published: July 2020

This article is a reflection on the productivity in organizational processes, was prepared on the basis of the research of secondary sources associated with articles in indexed journals and the contributions made by the authors from their academic and professional experience. It analyzes the meaning and the components of the productivity, identified what are the internal and external factors that determine the levels of productivity in the organizations, then, highlights the role played by the human resource in the scope of the proposed goals and objectives at the corporate level, and its relationship with other important aspects of the company as are the costs and quality management. It also analyzes the impact of the quality management systems in the productivity of organizations. It also addresses some of the basic aspects that must be taken into account to measure the productivity of the processes and factors in the company as indicators of economic growth.El presente artículo constituye una reflexión acerca de la productividad en los procesos organizacionales, fue elaborado a partir de la investigación de fuentes secundarias asociadas a artículos de revistas indexadas y los aportes realizados por los autores desde su experiencia académica y profesional. En éste se analiza el significado y los componentes de la productividad, identificado cuales son los factores externos e internos que determinan los niveles de productividad en las organizaciones, seguidamente, se destaca el papel que juega el recurso humano en el alcance de las metas y objetivos propuestos a nivel empresarial, y su relación, con otros aspectos importantes de la empresa como son los costos y la gestión de calidad. Se analiza también el impacto de los sistemas de gestión de calidad en la productividad de las organizaciones. También se aborda algunos aspectos básicos que se deben tener en cuenta para efectuar la medición de la productividad de los procesos y los factores en la empresa como indicadores de crecimiento económico.Este artigo é uma reflexão sobre a produtividade nos processos organizacionais, foi elaborado com base na pesquisa de fontes secundárias associadas a artigos em revistas indexadas e as contribuições feitas pelos autores de sua experiência acadêmica e profissional. Analisa o significado e os componentes da produtividade, identificou quais são os fatores internos e externos que determinam os níveis de produtividade nas organizações e destaca o papel desempenhado pelo recurso humano no escopo das metas e objetivos propostos no nível corporativo e sua relação com outros aspectos importantes da empresa, assim como os custos e gerenciamento de qualidade. Analisa também o impacto dos sistemas de gestão da qualidade na produtividade das organizações. Também aborda alguns dos aspectos básicos que devem ser levados em consideração para medir a produtividade dos processos e fatores na empresa como indicadores do crescimento econômico.
The discipline “life Safety” is a fundamental discipline of educational programs in all areas of training bachelors in universities
Authors: Kiseleva Svetlana , Pukhov Sergey
Published: July 2020

The article is intended to draw readers' attention to the modernity and importance of the discipline “life Safety” for training bachelors in universities in the face of increasing threats and risks. The authors emphasize that the human being need for security is one of the basic human being needs. Risk management and security of socio-economic, socio-political systems and natural and technological complexes are the basis of national security and sustainable development. The article proposes to consider the results of a study of students' opinions on the mandatory for all universities discipline “life Safety”, conducted by the authors of the article. The author presents a questionnaire to survey students to ascertain students' attitudes to the subject “Safety” and assess students' understanding of the importance of this discipline for professional, personal and social life of human being. The article presents the results of a survey of 1st year students in various areas of bachelor's training at the State University of management, which reflects the opinions of survey participants on the importance of the discipline for everyone's life, the use of computer technology in the classroom, working out basic knowledge and skills in practice, what students liked in teaching the discipline, and what, in the opinion of students, should be improved in teaching the discipline. The article presents conclusions and recommendations in the field of organization and implementation of bachelor's training in the discipline “life Safety”, obtained on the basis of the research and analysis of the experience of teaching students in the discipline “life Safety” in various areas of bachelor's training in higher education. The authors describe the experience of leading universities in the field of training in the discipline “life Safety”, including the experience of the first management University – the State University of management, which is 100 years old.
Global trends in waste management and analysis of the situation in Russia
Authors: Shilkina Svetlana
Published: July 2020

In the modern world, environmental issues are quite acute. Global environmental problems are also relevant for Russia today. It should be recognized that our country is one of the most polluted countries in the world, which negatively affects the quality of life and health of the population. The emergence of environmental problems is associated with the ever-growing man-made impact on the natural environment. Currently, about 55–60 million tons of solid municipal waste is generated in Russia every year, 90 % of which is sent to landfills and unauthorized landfills. The recycling rate in Russia is no more than 10 %, while in the European Union countries up to 100 % of household waste is processed. Europe has been implementing a targeted environmental policy for working with solid municipal waste for many years. Back in December 2005, the European Commission published a report on the development of a strategy for the prevention of waste generation and recycling. its goal is to reduce the negative impact on the environment associated with the disposal of household waste. Waste policies and targets established at the European Union level include minimum requirements for the management of certain types of waste. The subject of research in the article is the system of solid municipal waste management, waste management strategies. The purpose of the article is to study the current state of the waste management system in the world and in Russia, analyze the features and prospects, and develop recommendations based on foreign experience. Research methodology: comparative and comparative analyses. The article presents analytical data that characterize the current situation, analyzes the forecast values of solid municipal waste generation and disposal in different regions of the world. A detailed analysis of the situation in Russia is given, conclusions on the current situation with regard to waste are given, and recommendations are made. Based on the analysis of statistical data that characterize the state of the solid municipal waste management system in the world and in Russia, conclusions were made about the problems of its development. One of the main reasons is the lack of attention on the part of state bodies, as well as the lack of funding for the implementation of state programs and the inefficient use of allocated funds. The analysis of foreign experience in waste management allowed us to develop recommendations for the application of management strategies. This article is part of the author's research in the field of choosing optimal strategies for managing the development of a "Smart city", including strategies for managing the disposal of solid municipal waste of the housing and communal complex. the author has analyzed and collected interesting material on this topical issue, and plans to publish a monograph.
Improving the effectiveness of organizational and technological design in construction due to its modernization using modern digital technologies
Authors: Kagan Pavel
Published: July 2020

The article discusses the development of digital technologies in construction. The relevance of the introduction of digital technologies in construction is determined by a set of tasks set in the light of the development of the entire digital economy of the country. Such basic regulatory documents as: “The Strategy for the Development of the Information Society of the Russian Federation for 2017–2030”, the Program “Digital Economy of the Russian Federation”, Decree of the President of the Russian Federation No. 204 “On National Goals and Strategic Tasks of the Development of the Russian Federation for the Period until 2024” are considered.
The problems of the innovative development of the construction industry require the integrated implementation of digital technologies in solving various problems in the production of building materials, construction design and, in fact, construction production. One of the main directions of digitalization of construction is the digitalization of design, since it is at this stage that the basic qualitative characteristics of future construction products are laid.
In particular, the author examined the problems of automating the formation of organizational and technological documentation. The development trends of the digital economy in the construction industry are identified. The classification of the use of promising digital technologies in construction design and production is given.
A set of tasks arising in the process of designing organizational and technological documentation was examined. An effective solution to a design problem requires the use of a systematic approach that predetermines the possibility of linking the solution of local problems to each other, both in the process of studying the design process of organizational and technological documentation, and in developing an automated system for its formation.
The existing system of designing organizational and technological documentation can no longer solve the problems listed above. The way out is seen in the creation of new digital technologies for the formation of organizational and technological documentation.
The development of a socio-economic model to promote women’s empowerment initiatives in the renewable energy sector of South Africa
Authors: Adendorff C. M. , Keown Harvey , Amansure Ric
Published: July 2020

This study investigates the main contributors that can positively influence the socio-economic empowerment of women in the renewable energy sector in the Republic of South Africa, and recommends new and innovative approaches to mainstream gender in the sector. Empirical evidence showed that ethical leadership positively influences good governance and successful women’s empowerment. The results also indicated that social investment and broad-based black economic empowerment positively influence successful women’s empowerment. Finally, the results indicated that sustainable programmes are a positive contributing factor to good governance. However, the respondents did not consider stakeholder engagement statistically significant to good governance or successful women’s empowerment. This study also has the potential to contribute to the improvement of impoverished communities in South Africa and elsewhere.
Focal dermal hypoplasia - a radiographic case report
Authors: Yakoob Z , Nel C
Published: July 2020

ABSTRACT Focal dermal hypoplasia (FDH) is an unusual X-linked dominant disorder that affects ectoderm and mesoderm derived tissues with females affected in 90% of cases. A case report ofa12 year old female diagnosed with FDH is presented. The dental significance of these patients are multifactorial and dental management should be focused on prevention and regular monitory visits. Restoration of functionality should be addressed by a combination of orthodontic, basic restorative and pros-thodontic disciplines. Due to the multisystem involvement and the dental complexities of patients suffering from FDH a multidisciplinary approach is required for optimal patient care. Keywords: Focal dermal hypoplasia, Goltz-Gorlin syndrome, Ecto-dermal Dysplasia.
A Study on Zigbee Based Human Body Monitoring System
Authors: Mane Chetan Jitendra , Gaikwad Pranali Uttam , Rodge Madhuri
Published: July 2020

This paper introduce us a real time body monitoring system. In now a day’s security and health care becomes an hard issue. To take off and to monitor a patient continuously is very hard and huge task for doctors. This system plays an important role in monitor patients physical and mental health conditions. ZigBee can measure physical parameters like temperature, heart rate, blood pressure, patient’s movement with the help of some devices either inserted in body or externally attached to human body. It helps to get correct or accurate readings from human body and passes it to ZigBee. Next step is to process the data. The data will be sent to hospital or doctor if in case of any emergency by ZigBee wireless module. The hospital and monitoring system receive all the information about patients and save this information into database from which they can judge the condition of patients by studying the monitoring records and patient’s health. This data can be deployed in graphical form or in numerical form in dataset. According to the information collected from monitoring system the patient doctors having advantage to understand the patient condition more gracefully and also start the treatment according to continues information gathers.
THE RISE OF A TRANSNATIONAL MOVEMENT TO PROTECT PRIVACY*
Authors: Lehoucq Emilio , Tarrow Sidney
Published: July 2020

Scholars have long found profound normative and structural differences between the privacy movements of Europe and the United States, alongside incompatible regimes of regulation. After 9/11, both Europe and the U.S. adopted increasingly intrusive digital security measures, which impinged on the privacy of commercial and personal data. Both the overlap in privacy regimes and the securitization of the two regimes were uncovered by Edward Snowden’s revelations in 2013. The eventual result was the passage of a European privacy protection regulation, the General Data Protection Regulation, in 2016 and greater transnational diffusion and transnational cooperation among European and American privacy activists. But has this convergence produced a transnational movement for privacy? Studying three mechanisms of transnational mobilization—externalization, diffusion, and collective transnationalism—this article employs a political opportunity framework to understand how international events have increased the inclination and the capacity of nationally and regionally based privacy groups to come together in contentious collective action.
La visión de la bandera. Memorias oníricas awajún sobre la construcción de una sociedad de frontera en la Amazonía peruana
Authors: Romio Silvia
Published: July 2020

El presente artículo busca comprender de qué forma la labor pedagógica, realizada por los religiosos evangélicos en la mitad del siglo XX, desempeñó un importante papel “civilizador” y de “formación ciudadana” dentro de la sociedad indígena awajún presente en la frontera nororiental de la Amazonía peruana. Dicha labor marcó no solamente el proceso de ampliación de las fronteras estatales sino, sobre todo, un cambio importante dentro de la percepción de la realidad que los mismos awajún comenzaron a adoptar, aspecto visible en muchas de sus expresiones cotidianas (ej. el lenguaje onírico) y también en sus nuevas formas de representación del poder. En tal sentido, se advierte el inicio de un proceso de asimilación de la figura profesional del “profesor bilingüe” a la categoría mayor de “hombre fuerte” entre los awajún, aspecto que va acompañado de la elaboración de un nuevo lenguaje visual e imaginativo.
La travesía del batallón Socorro en la Campaña del Sur: legado de un batallón provincial en las guerras de Independencia de la Nueva Granada (1813-1816)
Authors: Pita Pico Roger
Published: July 2020

En el marco de la conmemoración del bicentenario de la Independencia de Colombia, este artículo tiene por objeto profundizar sobre la trayectoria del batallón Socorro que desarrolló sus operaciones entre 1813 y 1816 en la campaña dirigida a expulsar los españoles de las provincias del sur de la Nueva Granada y a la defensa del epicentro del poder republicano tras la llegada del ejército expedicionario español. La metodología aplicada comprendió un estudio descriptivo y cualitativo realizado con base en la consulta de fuentes primarias de este periodo. Este batallón, de origen provincial, emprendió su accionar en medio de un ambiente de polarización política interna y, a pesar de todas las vicisitudes de la guerra, sirvió de base para el paso de fuerzas milicianas a veteranas, aspecto que sería clave dentro del proceso de formalización y profesionalización de las tropas republicanas con las cuales fue posible culminar la liberación del territorio neogranadino.
Proyecto moral de Theodor W. Adorno después de Auschwitz
Authors: Berrio Peña Arlex
Published: July 2020

Resumen: este artículo rastrea las categorías del proyecto moral de Adorno a partir de la barbarie experimentada en los campos de concentración nazi durante la Segunda Guerra Mundial. Para ello, el autor utiliza la estrategia de pensar la filosofía a partir del modelo de la Teoría Crítica de la Escuela de Fráncfort . Este novedoso proyecto orienta al hombre o cualquier idea de filosofía y ética con sentido, atendiendo nuevas categorías de la realidad fáctica. Concretamente, Adorno construye un proyecto moral que tiene como fundamento, primero, un nuevo marco para la metafísica y antropología a partir de Auschwitz y, segundo, direccionado a evitar que nuevas expresiones de barbarie como esta se repitan. Adorno expone las categorías éticas en Meditaciones sobre la metafísica en su obra Dialéctica Negativa.
La Voluntad de Vida como Potentia en Enrique Dussel
Authors: Merlo Pinzón Jairo Alberto
Published: July 2020

Resumen: Enrique Dussel es el filósofo latinoamericano que más se ha atrevido a pensar el poder político como potentia, como poder indeterminado, que nace de la voluntad de vida y determina la potestas desde su exigencia vital. Este hecho brota de su crítica al poder fetichizado postulado por la modernidad y de la lectura de las tesis voluntaristas de Schopenhauer y Nietzsche que ayudan a vislumbrar la gramática propia de la voluntad como potencia creadora de la potestas que pone de mediaciones para vida.
Evidenciação dos ativos intangíveis pelas empresas de Tecnologia da Informação da B3
Authors: Souza Daiany de , Fagundes Ernando , Monteiro Januário José , Rengel Rodrigo , Constante Fabricio
Published: July 2020

Este estudo teve como objetivo analisar o nível de evidenciação dos ativos intangíveis no setor de Tecnologia da Informação listadas na B3, durante o período de 2010 a 2017. Para isso, elaborou-se um checklist a partir dos critérios de divulgação exigidos pelo Comitê de Pronunciamentos Contábeis 04 (CPC, 2010). Analisaram-se as Demonstrações Contábeis das empresas do setor de Tecnologia da Informação listadas na Brasil, Bolsa, Balcão (B3), identificando os itens do cheklist a fim de mensurar o nível de evidenciação dessas empresas, com base nos itens atendidos ou não por elas. Os resultados demonstraram que a Empresa Senior Solution S.A. apresentou o maior nível de evidenciação. Porém, cabe ressaltar que nenhuma das empresas analisadas cumpriu totalmente com o que é determinado pelo CPC 04 (CPC, 2010). O item de divulgação menos observado pelas empresas foi a evidenciação da rubrica da demonstração do resultado em que qualquer amortização tenha sido incluída. O nível de evidenciação apresentado pelas empresas foi em média de 81,72%, considerando o total de itens ao longo do período analisado. Este estudo contribui ao apresentar aspectos da evidenciação dos ativos intangíveis que não têm sido atendidos pelas empresas, permitindo que estas atuem para melhorar qualitativamente a evidenciação desses ativos, a fim de obterem reações positivas do mercado.
Self-controlled goal setting and trait anxiety on learning to climb the Bachman ladder
Authors: Neiva Jaqueline Freitas de Oliveira , Miranda Junior Cássio de , Bassi Fabiana Monteiro , Cruz Caio Ferraz , Monteiro Carlos Bandeira de Mello , Bokums Raquel Maia
Published: July 2020

The purpose of this study was to compare the performance on climbing Bachman’s ladder rungs in adolescents with high and low levels of trait anxiety (TA) who self-set their goals. The 40 participants who took part in the experiment were selected from a primary sample of 465 adolescents. Two groups were formed (high TA and low TA) and the task consisted of climbing the rungs of the Bachman’s ladder. The design was comprised of four experimental phases: 1) acquisition (15 blocks of 10 trials), 2) immediate transfer (one block of 10 trials); 3) delayed transfer (one block of 10 trials), 4) retention, (one block of 10 trials). The analyses of variance indicated significant effects for the main factor “block” in acquisition; the performance in the initial blocks was worse than in the last blocks. No group differences were detected on either acquisition or transfer and retention. Thus, our findings suggest that the practice undertaken through an active engagement of the learner via self-setting of goals enhanced the performance of all participants during acquisition. The lack of differences in performance between high and low levels of TA was probably due to the offset caused by the self-setting of goals.
Penanganan Anak Korban Domestic Violence
Authors: Sukma Ananditya , Juniar Sasanti
Published: July 2020

Selain perempuan, anak merupakan korban tersering dalam domestic violence. Sebagian besar merupakan korban child neglect, diikuti physical abuse dan sexual abuse. Penganiayaan yang dialami saat kecil membuat anak rentan mengalami attachment yang insecure, low self esteem, regulasi emosi yang tidak baik, sense of self yang buruk, kesulitan untuk percaya pada orang lain, penolakan dari teman sebaya, dan pencapaian prestasi pendidikan yang buruk. Psikopatologi yang muncul rentan membuat anak mengalami gangguan jiwa seperti Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), penyalahgunaan zat, gangguan tingkah laku dan depresi. Terdapat beberapa penanganan untuk anak-anak korban domestic violence antara lain: Play therapy, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Group counseling.
Fast Online Similarity Search for Uncertain Time Series
Authors: Ma Ruizhe , Zheng Diwei , Yan Li
Published: July 2020

To achieve fast retrieval of online data, it is needed for the retrieval algorithm to increase throughput while reducing latency. Based on the traditional online processing algorithm for time series data, we propose a spatial index structure that can be updated and searched quickly in a real-time environment. At the same time, we introduce an adaptive segmentation method to divide the space corresponding to nodes. Unlike traditional retrieval algorithms, for uncertain time series, the distance threshold used for screening will dynamically change due to noise during the search process. Extensive experiments are conducted to compare the accuracy of the query results and the timeliness of the algorithm. The results show that the index structure proposed in this paper has better efficiency while maintaining a similar true positive ratio.
Prediction of Postoperative Outcomes Following Hip Fracture Surgery: Independent Validation and Recalibration of the Nottingham Hip Fracture Score
Authors: Doherty William J. , Stubbs Thomas A. , Chaplin Andrew , Reed Mike R. , Sayer Avan A. , Witham Miles D. , Sorial Antony K.
Published: July 2020

Objectives Independent validation of risk scores after hip fracture is uncommon, particularly for evaluation of outcomes other than death. We aimed to assess the Nottingham Hip Fracture Score (NHFS) for prediction of mortality, physical function, length of stay and postoperative complications. Design Analysis of routinely collected prospective data partly collected by follow-up interviews. Setting and Participants Consecutive hip fracture patients were identified from the Northumbria hip fracture database between 2014-2018. Patients were excluded if they were not surgically managed or if scores for predictive variables were missing. Methods C-statistics were calculated to test the discriminant ability of the NHFS, Abbreviated Mental Test Score (AMTS), and ASA grade for in-hospital, 30- and 120-day mortality, functional independence at discharge, 30-days and 120-days, length of stay, and postoperative complications. Results We analysed data from 3208 individuals, mean age 82.6 (SD 8.6). 2192 (70.9%) were female. 194 (6.3%) died during the first 30-days, 1686 (54.5%) were discharged to their own home, 211 (6.8%) had no mobility at 120-days, 141 (4.6%) experienced a postoperative complication. The median length of stay was 18 days (IQR 8-28). For mortality, c-statistics for the NHFS ranged from 0.68-0.69, similar to ASA and AMTS. For postoperative mobility, the c-statistics for the NHFS ranged from 0.74-0.83, similar to AMTS (0.61-0.82) and better than the ASA grade (0.68-0.71). Length of stay was significantly correlated with each score (p<0.001 by Jonckheere-Terpstra test); NHFS and AMTS showed inverted U-shaped relationships with length of stay. For postoperative complications, c-statistics for NHFS (0.54-0.59) were similar to ASA grade (0.53-0.61) and AMTS (0.50-0.58). Conclusions and Implications The NHFS performed consistently well in predicting functional outcomes, moderately in predicting mortality, but less well in predicting length of stay and complications. There remains room for improvement by adding further predictors such as measures of physical performance in future analyses.
Brain Oscillatory Activity during Tactile Stimulation Correlates with Cortical Thickness of Intact Areas and Predicts Outcome in Comatose Patients
Authors: Portnova Galina , Girzhova Irina , Filatova Daria , Podlepich Vitaliy , Tetereva Alina , Martynova Olga
Published: July 2020

This study reports a correlation between EEG and structural brain changes in patients after severe traumatic brain injury in a coma. The novelty of our approach was based on the combination of structural visualization (MRI) and functional neuroimaging (EEG) during tactile stimulation. The structural morphometry indicated a decrease of whole-brain cortical thickness, the gray-matter volume of the cortex, and subcortical structures in comatose patients compared to healthy subjects. In resting-state EEG, coma patients had significantly higher power of the slow-wave activity of 2-6 Hz and significantly less power of the alpha and beta rhythm. Importantly, coma patients showed a significant decrease of theta-rhythm power in tactile stimulation compared to the resting state, and this EEG pattern was not found in the control group. The decrease of the theta-rhythm power significantly correlated with the better outcome from a coma. Spectral changes in EEG in response to tactile stimuli showed no association with brain morphometric measures in healthy controls. In patients, decreasing theta-rhythm power correlated positively with the volume of whole-brain gray matter, right putamen, and insula; and negatively with the volume of damaged brain tissue. Increasing beta-rhythm power, specific tactile EEG response for a healthy brain, correlated with the cortical thickness of the somatosensory Paracentral and Precentral area. The observed decrease of gray-matter volume indicates brain atrophy in coma patients, which could be associated with neurodegeneration induced by injury. Our results also demonstrate that slow-wave desynchronization, as a nonspecific response to tactile stimulation, can serve as a sensitive index of morphometric changes after brain injury and coma outcome.
Adhesion and Stability of Nanocellulose Coatings on Flat Polymer Films and Textiles
Authors: Saremi Raha , Borodinov Nikolay , Laradji Amine Mohamed , Sharma Suraj , Luzinov Igor , Minko Sergiy
Published: July 2020

Renewable nanocellulose materials received increased attention owing to their small dimensions, high specific surface area, high mechanical characteristics, biocompatibility, and compostability. Nanocellulose coatings are among many interesting applications of these materials to functionalize different by composition and structure surfaces, including plastics, polymer coatings, and textiles with broader applications from food packaging to smart textiles. Variations in porosity and thickness of nanocellulose coatings are used to adjust a load of functional molecules and particles into the coatings, their permeability, and filtration properties. Mechanical stability of nanocellulose coatings in a wet and dry state are critical characteristics for many applications. In this work, nanofibrillated and nanocrystalline cellulose coatings deposited on the surface of polymer films and textiles made of cellulose, polyester, and nylon are studied using atomic force microscopy, ellipsometry, and T-peel adhesion tests. Methods to improve coatings adhesion and stability using physical and chemical cross-linking with added polymers and polycarboxylic acids are analyzed in this study. The paper reports on the effect of the substrate structure and ability of nanocellulose particles to intercalate into the substrate on the coating adhesion.
Psikoterapi Kelompok Positif Untuk Meningkatkan Judul Kesejahteraan Psikologis Pada Family Caregiver Pasien Skizofrenia
Authors: Fitriana Raras Indah , Rusdi Ahmad , Sulistyarini Rr Indahria
Published: July 2020

Schizophrenic patients are not able to carry out their normal developmental tasks, both in terms of cognitive, emotional, behavioural, or life impulses so they need others especially from family. Family caregiver is not easy to do the work because the presence of schizophrenia patients is a source of prolonged stressors for family caregiver so that it can have a psychological impact on family caregiver members. This study aimed at understanding the effect of Group Positive Psychotherapy to increase the psychological well-being of family caregiver of schizophrenia patients. The Group Positive Psychotherapy was developed based upon the existing components in the positive psychotherapy including positive emotion, involvement, and the meaning of individual life. The respondents of this study were 14 family caregiver of schizophrenia patients. The respondents were divided into experimental group and control group. This study employed a quasi-experimental with pre-test and post-test control group design. The instrument was used in this study included psychological well-being scale. Quantitative and qualitative data analysis were used. The result of the Sphericity Assumed showed the score of p=0,00 (p<0,05) and F=15,218. The research proved that the family caregiver of schizophrenia patients obtained the Group Positive Psychotherapy had the significantly higher score of psychological well-being compared to the group of family caregiver that did not have any Group Positive Psychotherapy
Konsep Ma’rifat Syekh Abu Hasan Asy-Syadzily dalam Buku Risalatul Amin Fi Al-Wushul Li Rabb Al-Alamin
Authors: Rizak Muhammad Tahyudin
Published: July 2020

Sufism is one of the central studies in Islam. One of the figures is Abu Hasan Asy-Syadzily. Asy-Syadzily has his own concept in understanding Sufism, especially ma'rifat. This study discusses how the concept of ma'rifat Syekh Abu Hasan Asy-Syadzily. The research method used is descriptive with a qualitative approach and data analysis that is inductive / qualitative while data collection techniques are through the library research system. The results showed that the understanding of ma'rifat according to Shaykh Abu Hasan Asy-Syadzily was something that cut off everything except Allah Almighty, and was something that led to God Almighty. Asy-Syadzily also said that there are two deeds that can facilitate us to wushul (up to) Allah, the Ma'rifat and love. The essence of ma'rifat is sufficiency with Allah from everything else.
Sufi Healing in Indonesia and Malaysia: An updated Study of Rehabilitation Methods practiced by Qadiriyya Naqshbandiyya Sufi Order
Authors: Mulyati Sri , Nihayah Zahrotun
Published: July 2020

One of the proliferating centers of Qadiriyya Naqshbandiyya Sufi Order in Indonesia is Pesantren Suryalaya, Tasikmalaya, West Java. Much of the attention and interest is that the Tariqa Qadiriyya Naqshbandiyya (TQN) has generated outside Indonesia can be attributed not only to its formal institutional development but also to its spiritual growth. The latter phenomenon is that many visits by foreigners to the Pesantren out of curiosity and amazement for its teachings, as well as out of academic interest in its various activities. Of particular interest to Western observers is Pondok Inabah (the Healing Dorm) and its programs, due to its unique approach to rehabilitating drug-addicted youth. This research paper attempts to update the role of Pesantren Suryalaya to help and rehabilitate young generation from drug addiction. There are two main findings that will be discussed in the paper. The first is focusing on the initiator and the grand teacher of TQN, namely Abah Anom (KH Shohibul Wafa Tajul Arifin, d. 2011), who had founded Pondok Inabah and the methods of healing. The second will show that the psychological view, related to the TQN’s syllabus practiced in Suryalaya (Indonesia) and Kedah (Malaysia), has a significant role to rehabilitate the victims by using the method of interpersonal communication.
MicroRNAs Related to Cognitive Impairment After Hearing Loss
Authors: Mun Seog-Kyun , Chae Hyunkyu , Piao Xian-Yu , Lee Hyun-Jin , Kim Young-Kook , Oh Seung-Ha , Chang Munyoung
Published: July 2020

Objectives. Our research group has previously demonstrated that hearing loss might be a risk factor for synaptic loss within the hippocampus and impairment of cognition using an animal model of Alzheimer disease. In this study, after inducing hearing loss in a rat model of Alzheimer disease, the associations of various microRNAs (miRNAs) with cognitive impairment were investigated.Methods. Rats were divided randomly into two experimental groups: the control group, which underwent sham surgery and subthreshold amyloid-β infusion and the deaf group, which underwent bilateral cochlear ablation and subthreshold amyloid-β infusion. All rats completed several cognitive function assessments 11 weeks after surgery, including the object-in-place task (OPT), the novel object recognition task (NOR), the object location task (OLT), and the Y-maze test. After the rats completed these tests, hippocampus tissue samples were assessed using miRNA microarrays. Candidate miRNAs were selected based on the results and then validated with quantitative reverse transcriptionpolymerase chain reaction (qRT-PCR) analyses.Results. The deaf group showed considerably lower scores on the OPT, OLT, and Y-maze test than the control group. The microarray analysis revealed that miR-29b-3p, -30e-5p, -153-3p, -376a-3p, -598-3p, -652-5p, and -873-3p were candidate miRNAs, and qRT-PCR showed significantly higher levels of miR-376a-3p and miR-598-3p in the deaf group.Conclusion. These results indicate that miR-376a-3p and miR-598-3p were related to cognitive impairment after hearing loss.
Operative Management of Rib Synostosis and Malunion
Authors: Marigi Erick M. , Dugarte Anthony J. , Cole Peter. A
Published: July 2020

Case:

We present a complex case of a 56-year-old man with multiple left-sided rib pathology including nonunion, rib heterotopic ossification (HO) forming a rib-to-rib synostosis, and rib malunion. After a major forequarter trauma and failed conservative management, followed by scapula reconstruction and rib recontouring, the surgical resection of the rib synostosis, reconstruction of a rib nonunion, and contouring of rib malunions are described. The patient was followed up clinically for 1 year after the final procedure and demonstrated marked improvement in functional outcome.

Conclusion:

In the setting of complex forequarter malunion and nonunion, resolution of painful rib nonunion and synostosis can be effectively managed with HO resection and rib reconstruction.
A Case Report of a 44-Year-Old Woman With Camurati-Englemann Disease
Authors: Owhonda Rebisi A. , Wells Joel E. , Lloyd Eric W. , Mumm Steven , Kimonis Virginia
Published: July 2020

Case:

A 44-year-old woman presented with easy fatigability, diplopia, dizziness, and a 2-year history of pelvic, hip, and lower extremity aching and pain. Radiograph, magnetic resonance imaging, computed tomography, and histopathologic imaging studies were obtained. Hypersclerosis of the affected bones led to the initiation of a sclerotic bone dysplasia workup and sequencing of the transforming growth factor beta 1 gene located on chromosome 19q13 revealed a heterozygous rare missense variant in exon-4, leading to a final diagnosis of Camurati-Engelmann disease (CED). Medical treatment thus far has had a minimal effect on her symptoms, and the patient continues to be followed.

Conclusions:

This specific mutation has been reported only once previously in a patient with CED. This case report expands the typical phenotype associated with CED in association with the c.667T>C, p.Cys223Arg variant.
Actinomycotic Osteomyelitis of the Hand and Wrist Treated with Pharmacotherapy Alone
Authors: Sethy Siddharth Sekhar , Singh Vivek , Choudhury Arghya Kundu , Singh Gobinder , Gupta Puneet Kumar , Mehta Vibha
Published: July 2020

Case:

Primary infection by Actinomyces is uncommon because susceptibility to infection requires breakdown of the normal protective mucosal barrier. Furthermore, involvement of the upper extremity is rare. This case report presents clinical, radiological, and pathological findings in a 26-year-old patient with actinomycosis of the hand that was treated successfully by pharmacotherapy alone without any surgical debridement.

Conclusion:

Primary actinomycoses of the hand and upper extremity present as a challenging condition. It requires a high index of clinical suspicion and histopathologic diagnosis to guide treatment, typically involving antimicrobial therapy. This case highlights the usefulness of conservative treatment with antimicrobial therapy without surgical debridement.
Bilateral Femoral Neck Fractures in the Setting of Bilateral Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis
Authors: Perkins Crystal A. , Alexeev Mikhail , Schrader Tim
Published: July 2020

Case:

A 16-year-old adolescent boy with autism and vitamin D deficiency sustained a seizure and had bilateral femoral neck fractures and slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFEs). He underwent closed reduction and screw stabilization of femoral neck fractures with incorporation of in situ screw fixation of SCFEs. Intraosseous epiphyseal perfusion monitoring was used to confirm the perfusion of the femoral head. Two years postoperatively, he had healed fractures and no evidence for avascular necrosis.

Conclusion:

A femoral neck fracture in the setting of a SCFE can be treated with closed reduction of the femoral neck fracture and screw fixation. Intraepiphyseal perfusion monitoring can be used to qualitatively assess femoral head perfusion.
Recurrent Giant Apocrine Hidrocystoma of the Leg
Authors: Boddapati Venkat , Aderibigbe Temidayo , Gimenez Eva Vera , Sarpong Nana O. , Tyler Wakenda K.
Published: July 2020

Case:

A 26-year-old woman developed a painful enlarging mass in her left leg over the course of 4 years. Marginal resection and local adjuvant therapy was undertaken, and pathology confirmed the mass to be an apocrine hidrocystoma.

Conclusion:

Giant apocrine hidrocystomas with osseous involvement outside of the head and neck are extremely rare. Although these tumors have a low recurrence rate, this case presents a single giant apocrine hidrocystoma that recurred and was successfully treated.
Flexor Compartment Infection Secondary to Bovine Injection Needlestick Injury
Authors: Reasoner Kaitlyn , Gebhart Sandra S. , Lee Donald H.
Published: July 2020

Case:

Animal injection–related needlestick injuries are a common occupational hazard for livestock workers and veterinarians. Although often unreported, these injuries can cause significant damage and may require extensive medical and surgical management. This case describes a 69-year-old farmer who accidentally injected his forearm while vaccinating cattle, resulting in a flexor compartment infection. Conservative management with oral and intravenous antibiotics was unsuccessful, and he required multiple surgical debridements for definitive treatment

Conclusions:

Animal injection–related needlestick injuries can present unique challenges to orthopaedic surgeons. Important considerations include the injury location, needle type, vaccine volume and components, injection pressure, and environmental contaminants.
Surgical Treatment of Acute Periprosthetic Knee Infection with Concurrent Presumed COVID-19
Authors: Sunkin Jonathan A. , Lindsey Matthew H. , Stenquist Derek S. , Fuller Brian C. , Chen Antonia F. , Shah Vivek M.
Published: July 2020

Case:

We report the case of a 64-year-old man who presented with a late onset of acute periprosthetic joint infection after total knee arthroplasty and a positive severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 polymerase chain reaction test. We describe our perioperative protocol and challenges for ensuring the safety of healthcare providers while operating on a coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)-positive patient.

Conclusions:

Given the incredible spread of COVID-19 globally, hospitals should anticipate perioperative protocols for the surgical management of COVID-19-positive patients with concurrent pathology to ensure safety to healthcare providers.