bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Image Processing Based Various Strategies of Lung Cancer Diagnosis
Authors: M. V Ravi , Shobha B. N.
Published: August 2021

Medical imaging represents the utilization of technology in biology for the purpose of noninvasively revealing the internal structure of the organs of the human body. It is a way to improve the quality of the patient’s life through a more precise and rapid diagnosis and with limited side-effects, leading to an effective overall treatment procedure. The main objective of this work is to study the tumour discrimination techniques that cover both micro and macro-scale textures encountered in computed tomography (CT) and digital microscopy (DM) modalities, respectively. Image texture can provide significant information on the (ab) normality of tissue and this work expands this idea to tumour texture grading and classification. The fractal dimension (FD) as a texture measure was applied to contrast enhanced CT lung tumour images in an aim to improve tumour grading accuracy from conventional CT modality, and quantitative performance analysis showed an accuracy of in distinguishing between advanced (aggressive) and early stage (non-aggressive) malignant tumours. A different approach was adopted for subtype discrimination of brain tumour DM images via a set of statistical and model-based texture analysis algorithms.
The normal distribution, an epistemological view
Authors: Benzon Benjamin
Published: August 2021

The role of the normal distribution in the realm of statistical inference and science is considered from epistemological viewpoint. Quantifiable knowledge is usually embodied in mathematical models. History and emergence of the normal distribution is presented in a close relationship to those models. Furthermore, the role of the normal distribution in estimation of model parameters, starting with Laplace’s Central Limit Theorem, through maximum likelihood theory leading to Bronstein von Mises and Convolution Theorems, is discussed. The paper concludes with the claim that our knowledge on the effects of variables in models or laws of nature has a mathematical structure which is identical to the normal distribution. The epistemological consequences of the latter claim are also considered.
Researching Blockchain Technology and its Usefulness in Higher Education
Authors: Subramanian Iyer Shankar , Seetharaman Arumugam , Ranjan Bhanu
Published: August 2021

The current paper focuses on the potential of using Blockchain Technology (BCT) in the Higher Education Domain and explores its usefulness in solving Higher Education issues. This research discusses the Blockchain features, challenges and its benefits in education, followed by review of some current Blockchain Higher Education applications. This paper reviews the Blockchain Technology (BCT) and its implementation in Higher Education. This research used a quantitative methodology and stratified clustered simple random sampling approach. Data has been gathered through an online survey instrument and the partial least squares structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM) technique applied to 383 responses. Blockchain technology has its unique features, benefits that can solve Education system requirements, and its successful implementation issues discussed. An effort made to gather enough consensus to build future implementation. The integrated model of Blockchain features matched to the needs of the Education System by agreement of the experts (discussions), and a survey conducted involving the students, teachers, educationists, Blockchain experts, and professionals, is tested and validated by SEM using PLS.
The Adoption of the Internet of Things for SMART Agriculture in Zimbabwe
Authors: Zengeya Tsitsi , Sambo Paul , Mabika Nyasha
Published: August 2021

Zimbabwe has faced severe droughts, resulting in low agricultural outputs. This has threatened food and nutrition security in community sections, especially in areas with low annual rainfall. There is a growing need to maximize water usage, monitor the environment and nutrients, and temperatures by the adaptation of smart agriculture. This research explored the use of the Internet of Things (IoT) for smart agriculture in Zimbabwe to improve food production. The mixed methodology was used to gather data through interviews from 50 purposively sampled A2 farmers in the five agricultural regions of Zimbabwe and was supported by the use of the Internet. The findings reveal that some farmers have adopted IoT in Zimbabwe, others are still to adopt such technology and some are not aware of the technology. IoT’s benefits to Zimbabwean farmers are immense in that it improves food security, water preservation, and farm management. However, for most farmers to benefit from IoT, more awareness campaigns should be carried out and mobile and fixed Internet connectivity improved in some of the areas.
Fault lines : homophobic visual perceptions of masculinity
Authors:   , Thomas Nathan
Published: August 2021

This study explores connections between masculinity and homophobia in a Faculty of Arts and Design at a South African university. Connections between masculinity and homophobia may have consequences for the visual representation of the male body in graphic design. Literature suggests that gender is socially constructed and performed, and that masculinity and homophobia are connected. As such understanding this connection might assist graphic designers who are often tasked with visually representing gendered bodies. The study uses critical theory as the research orientation for inquiry, which is then related to masculinity studies. Photo elicitation using context-free images of male body language in focus groups is the main data generation strategy. Multimodal Critical Discourse Analysis with particular reference to participants’ personal stake and interest in masculinity are employed as analytical tools. Overall, the research data reveals four discursive ‘positions’ in relation to visual perceptions of body language: human or situational performance of masculinity, socially gendered performance of masculinity, effeminate or ‘gay’ performance of masculinity, and homosexual performance of masculinity. However, in the data these positions overlap and combine when participants manage their stake or interest in masculinity. The thesis of this study is therefore that homophobic visual perceptions of masculinity may permeate gender performance as ‘fault lines’. Although the study finds these homophobic fault lines in visual perceptions of masculinity, there is also evidence of acceptance of non-mainstream forms of masculinity.
NSFW contextual influences on perception : representations of the nude in public and private spaces
Authors:   , Knudsen Dane
Published: August 2021

The aim of this research is to investigate the influence of context on the artistic exploration of the nude figure, in the work of selected artists. Qualitative research methods were used. The research is practice-led, as my art making plays an essential part in guiding my research. An outline detailing the various influences and changes to artistic practice surrounding the nude – from ancient Greece to the development of feminist ideas - provides an historic context to the study. I look at major sociocultural and technological advances to examine the relationship between artistic representations of nudity and context. This includes a look at the terminology, naked and the nude, and how these shape understanding. Contextual influences are narrowed down to how they have affected the work of selected artists’ whose work utilizes the nude as a communication tool. The selected artists that I investigate are Jenny Saville (1970-), Erin M. Riley (1985-), Vinz (1979-), and myself. In my own work, issues of public and private space are interrogated by looking at aspects of social networking and online behaviour. This exploration focuses on issues relating to the overlap of these two spaces that where once seen as dichotomous. Through this research I showed that contemporary artists still make use of the historic subject matter. By including symbolism taken from contemporary sociocultural surroundings the nude’s communicative value is continuously updated. This supports the idea that context effects the artistic exploration of the nude.
The role of the school principal in reducing teacher absenteeism in selected primary schools in the Umbumbulu area
Authors:   , Mbense Nkosikhona Jeffrey
Published: August 2021

This research examined The role of the school principal in reducing teacher absenteeism in primary schools. The study is confined to teacher absenteeism that has a negative impact on teacher performance. It investigates whether teacher absenteeism is a management issue by examining its impact on the work performance of teachers at school. It also looks at the effects of teacher absenteeism on learner performance.
Valores relucientes en la oscuridad Carlos de Céspedes Montealegre Premio Nacional de Valores 2020
Authors: Arguedas Olga
Published: August 2021

Hemos atravesado días difíciles, meses confusos y convulsos; pero en medio de la oscuridad emerge como una luz potente y orientadora, el otorgamiento del Premio Nacional de Valores al Dr. Carlos de Céspedes Montealegre, ilustre miembro de nuestro Colegio de Médicos y Cirujanos, de la Academia Nacional de Medicina y del Comité Editorial de Acta Médica Costarricense.
ASSESSMENT OF THE LEVEL OF PAYMENT OF FOOD SUPPLY TO LOCAL PRODUCTION IN AZERBAIJAN
Authors: Amirov Alizamin
Published: August 2021

Agriculture differs from other sectors of the economy to a number of features. The peculiarity of this area stems from the fact that agricultural production depends heavily on a number of natural factors. Acceleration of erosion processes of land and Water Resources, non-proportional change in the rate of demand-supply to agriculture and food products, crisis, disparity in agriculture and etc. creates additional difficulties for the agrarian sector. All this requires the implementation of a flexible Agrarian Policy in modern times. In order to ensure sustainable and sustainable development of the agrarian sector, to create a reliable basis for the country's food security, as well as to keep up with the growing competition of national producers in the world markets, modern agrarian policy should create a solid base for the agrarian sector to be competitive in the global market.
DIPLOMA OF SAFETY IN STRENGTHENING SECURITY AND STABILITY
Authors: Stahovschi Ada , Bucuci Anatolie
Published: August 2021

În acest articol autorii descriu esența noțiunilor de diplomație militară, diplomație a apărării, securitate națională, managementul diplomatic. Diplomaţia prin activitatea de influenţare a deciziilor şi a comportamentului guvernelor străine, reprezintă o deschidere către reglementarea relaţiilor dintre state, guverne etc Diplomaţia reprezintă activitatea desfăşurată de un stat prin reprezentanţii săi diplomatici, în scopul realizării politicii externe preconizate, pentru asigurarea relaţiilor internaţionale.Ca o componentă a diplomației, diplomația militară are rolul de a asigura securitatea teritoriului unui stat, de a oferi sprijinul necesar intereselor acestui stat, de a efectua operațiuni umanitare și de a sprijini pacea, participarea la conflicte regionale, în afara și în interiorul NATO.
ОБГРУНТУВАННЯ МЕХАНІЗМУ НАЛАГОДЖЕННЯ ВЗАЄМОДІЇ У ІННОВАЦІЙНИХ ПРОЦЕСАХ
Authors: Лісовська Лідія , Мрихіна Олександра , Теребух Андрій , Підвальний Мар'ян
Published: August 2021

Визначено важливість налагодження спільного виконання етапів та робіт інноваційного процесу для підвищення ефективності інновацій. Розроблено механізм налагодження взаємодії, який передбачає визначення предметів, об’єктів та суб’єктів процесів, обгрунтування цілей та завдань, а також передбачає вибір форми реалізації процесів спільного та узгодженого виконання інноваційного процесу.
АКТИВІЗАЦІЯ МЕТАПІЗНАВАЛЬНИХ ПРОЦЕСІВ ДІЯЛЬНОСТІ СТУДЕНТІВ КОЛЕДЖУ ПРИ ВИВЧЕНІ МАТЕМАТИКИ ЗА ДОПОМОГОЮ МЕТАКОГНІТИВНИХ СТРАТЕГІЇ І МЕТАКОГНІТИВНОГО ОЦІНЮВАННЯ
Authors: Дячкова Валерія , Гура Олександр
Published: August 2021

У цій статті розглядається оцінювання метапізнання, яке дає можливість викладачеві розглянути процес навчання, та допомагає виявити недоліки знань і неточності в розумінні матеріалу, розглядається загальна теорія метапізнання і його оцінювання, що дозволяє знайти практичні підходи до метакогнітивних стратегії, використовуючи рефлексивні методи.
БОЛАШАҚ БАСТАУЫШ СЫНЫП ОҚЫТУШЫЛАРЫНЫҢ МӘДЕНИЕТАРАЛЫҚ ҚҰЗЫРЕТТІЛІГІН ДАМЫТУ ШАРТТАРЫ
Authors: Тұрабай Гүлдана
Published: August 2021

Мақалада Қазақстандық жоғары оқу орындары студенттерінің мәдениетаралық коммуникациясының даму ерекшеліктері талданады. Коммуникация болашақ мамандар арасында жетекші қызмет түрі ретінде танылады, өйткені олар ақпаратпен тікелей жұмыс істейді, оны өңдейді, талдайды, визуализациялайды және т.б. алайда, жаһандық контексте экономикалық ынтымақтастықтың заманауи формаларының дамуына байланысты жаңа коммуникациялық мүмкіндіктері бар мамандарға деген қажеттілік артып келеді. Мақалада студенттердің шет тілдерін білу, коммуникативті мінез-құлық, әлеуметтік-мәдени білім және көп мәдениетті тәрбиені қамтитын мәдениаралық қарым-қатынас құрылымы қарастырылады. Мақалада кәсіби және әмбебап құзыреттіліктерді, соның ішінде бакалаврлардың кәсіби дағдыларын дамытуға ықпал ететін мәдениетаралық коммуникацияны дамытудың ең тиімді нысаны ретінде оқыту ортасына ерекше назар аударылады. Оқыту кезінде және одан кейін байқау және сауалнама жүргізу әдістері Мәдениетаралық коммуникацияның сапалы оң динамикасын көрсетті. Студенттер барабар коммуникативтік мінез-құлық танытты, шет тілдерін меңгеру деңгейін арттырды, кездесулер, семинарлар, презентациялар және дөңгелек үстелдер кезінде кәсіби қарым-қатынас саласында мәдениетаралық коммуникацияға дайындығын көрсетті. Сонымен қатар, студенттердің басқа шет тілдері мен мәдениеттерін оқуға деген ынтасының артуы, шетелде магистрлік бағдарламаларға деген қызығушылықтың артуы, студенттермен және оқытушылармен жеке достық қарым-қатынас орнату атап өтілді.
ПСИХОФІЗІОЛОГІЧНІ ТА СОЦІАЛЬНІ АСПЕКТИ ДІАГНОСТИКИ АУТИЗМУ
Authors: Ковтун Алла , Гетьман Тетяна
Published: August 2021

До уваги пропонуємо теоретичні і практичні наукові здобутки вітчизняних та світових практик дослідження дітей з РАС. Розглядаємо клінічні ознаки прояву даного нозологічного відхилення, наголошуючи на необхідності та доцільності раннього клінічного дослідження і втручання. Здійснюємо диференційований аналіз аутичного спектру та інших розладів.
РОЛЬ І МІСЦЕ ТАРАСА ШЕВЧЕНКА У ФОРМУВАННІ УКРАЇНЦІВ ЯК ЄВРОПЕЙСЬКОЇ НАЦІЇ
Authors: Ткач Алла
Published: August 2021

у статті розглядається значення творчості Тараса Григоровича Шевченка у формуванні українців як європейської нації. Закцентована увага на історичних творах, через призму яких Великий Кобзар вважається основоположником національно-естетичної парадигми, духовно-морального світу, християнсько-естетичних цінностей українського народу.
CALITATEA LEGII – EXIGENȚĂ A STATULUI DE DREPT CONTEMPORAN
Authors: Iacub Irina
Published: August 2021

Studiul este axat pe cercetarea problemei calității legii, urmărindu-se elucidarea esenței și conținutului conceptului dat în baza ideilor doctrinare, precum și a criteriilor de apreciere a calității legii, în vederea accentuării rolului major al acesteia pentru eficiența dreptului pozitiv în cadrul unui stat de drept. În contextul evaluării calității legii, autorii accentuează rolul major al expertizării actelor normative și a proiectelor acestora, aceasta reprezentând principalul instrument de asigurare a calității și eficienței legislației și a dreptului în perioada contemporană.
CURRENT TRENDS IN CODIFICATION OF ETHICS OF PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITY IN UKRAINE
Authors: Lysenko Sergey
Published: August 2021

The research is devoted to the problem of codification of ethics of professional activity in Ukraine, in particular among the employees of the court, prosecutor's office, local self-government bodies etc. It is argued that the code of professional ethics is an indispensable attribute of modern society, looking at the growth of its informational openness and increasing expectations of society, the growth of its requirements for ethical behavior of each participant in social relations. Particular attention the author focuses on the content of the codes of professional ethics and trends in their expansion. Predicted a further increase in the number of codes of professional ethics and taking into account the need for them to comply with ethical standards on the Internet.
ОЦІНКА РІВНЯ ЗАБРУДНЕНОСТІ ВОДНИХ РЕСУРСІВ
Authors: Максимова Наталія , Чушкіна Ірина
Published: August 2021

На підставі даних лабораторних досліджень виконана інтегральна оцінка якості водних ресурсів с. Мала Білозерка. Аналітичні дослідження носять пошуковий характер інтегральної оцінки рівня забрудненості місцевості і виконані методом, який запропонований дослідниками Крижановським Є.М. та Давидовою І.В., носить рекомендований характер та заснований на алгоритмі офіційно затвердженої методики КНД 211.1.1.106 «Організація та здійснення спостережень за забрудненням поверхневих вод (в системі Мінекоресурсів)». За результатами розрахунку загального коефіцієнту забрудненості виявлено, що місцеві водні ресурси характеризуються як брудні, незважаючи на досить високу якість підземних вод, які використовуються в якості джерела для питного водопостачання сільського населення.
GEODESIC SUPPORT OF CONSTRUCTION OF HIGH-RISE BUILDINGS USING GPS
Authors: Bochko Oleksandr , Riі Ivan , Bida Oleg
Published: August 2021

The article states that the further development of geodesy as a science and construction in general requires the use of modern technologies and equipment, in particular the use of GPS receivers that save resources and increase efficiency. Modern satellite technologies in combination with computerization have become a real alternative to traditional types of geodetic measurements.
GEOLOGICAL NARRATIVE OF HISTORICAL GALICIAN CEMETERIES IN TERMS OF RESTORATION
Authors: Stasyuk Olena , Bornyak Ulyana
Published: August 2021

The historic cemetery is an integral part of the architectural landscape of each city, the confirmation of ideology, the spiritual and economic life of its time. Cemeteries dating back to the second half of the 18th century have been preserved in many cities of Galicia. Now we call them historical cemeteries. Most of them are no longer in use and are filled not only with historical but also artistic monuments made mainly of stone. Such cemeteries require constant care and uninterrupted supervision. Preserving the physical substance of these cemeteries is a great challenge and a difficult task. To do this, it is necessary to conduct mineralogical and petrographic studies of the stone material of the historic cemeteries of Galicia. The state of preservation of natural stone, which is most common in the historical cemeteries of Galicia, was analyzed, the types of this stone damage were investigated. Also, preventive measures to preserve the stone material of the historic cemeteries of Galicia are proposed.
UNDERSTANDING EXPECTATION GAP IN TERMS OF CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK FOR FINANCIAL REPORTING
Authors: Sadigova Farida
Published: August 2021

The main purpose of financial reporting is to provide information to user groups, such as providers of finance, investors, shareholders, and others, that will be useful for them in making economic decisions. Expectation gap has been known as one of the major topics for debate in accountancy, so this paper aims to find out whether such gap exists in terms of perception of the importance of the financial information qualitative characteristics (defined in Conceptual Framework) from the perspectives of two groups (auditors and public) involved in working with and using such information. To achieve the purpose of the given paper, a survey was conducted, the results of which were used in the statistical analysis which is shown in the next sections of the paper. The survey was responded by 32 auditors and 38 representatives of public with sufficient knowledge in finance and accounting. Results of the statistical analysis show that there is some difference between auditors and public in terms of the importance perception of several elements from the financial information qualitative characteristics.
AXIOSPHERE OF THE FUTURE DOCTOR
Authors: Murzina Olena , Morguntsova Svitlana , Raznatovska Olena , Makyeyeva Lyudmyla , Pototska Olena , Bureha Yurii
Published: August 2021

In this article we have considered and substantiated the structure of the axiosphere of future doctors. The concept of the axiosphere of the future doctor is defined. The study found that the axiosphere of future doctors includes four subsystems; key value groups; personalities, socio-cultural and professional values.
ПЕРСПЕКТИВИ ЗАПРОВАДЖЕННЯ ДОСВІДУ ОСВІТНІХ РЕФОРМ СІНГАПУРУ В КОНТЕКСТІ РОЗВИТКУ МАТЕМАТИЧНОЇ ОСВІТИ В УКРАЇНІ
Authors: Лутфуллін Валерій , Матяш Людмила , Лутфуллін Максим
Published: August 2021

У статті на основі аналізу проведених досліджень і наявних публікацій висвітлюються визнані усім світом досягнення Сінгапуру в розвитку освіти на всіх її рівнях. Визначено головну передумову цих успіхів – зосередження уваги уряду Сінгапуру на тому, щоб освіта відігравала роль локомотиву в економічному, політичному і культурному розвитку молодої незалежної держави, у гармонізації міжетнічних відносин. Розкрито такі важливі чинники досягнення подальших успіхів в розвитку освіти, як досконала система педагогічної освіти й підвищення кваліфікації педагогічних працівників; високий рівень зарплати учителів; ретельний відбір серед випускників шкіл, які бажають обрати професію учителя; забезпечення наступності і взаємозв’язку всіх ланок освітньої системи; утвердження здорового способу життя серед багатоетнічного населення країни з низькою в минулому санітарною культурою та ін. У відповідності до поставленої у статті мети показано, що зменшення обсягу шкільних навчальних програм у Сінгапурі має виключно важливе значення для зниження рівня перевантажень учнів і нормування їх навчальної діяльності, відкриваючи перспективи подальшого піднесення якості освіти на всіх її вікових ступенях. Розглянуто першочергові завдання щодо запровадження досвіду освітніх реформ Сінгапуру в контексті піднесення якості математичної освіти в Україні.
АДАПТИВНЫЕ ОСОБЕННОСТИ ЛИСТЬЕВ РАСТЕНИЙ РЕГИОНА
Authors: Тажибаев Акынбек
Published: August 2021

В статье приведены данные изучения листьев древесно-кустарниковых растений горных регионов юго-западного Тянь-Шаня Средней Азии. Установлено что, несмотря на единое мнение о засушливости региона, встречаются самые разные адаптивные признаки листа - от типичных ксерофитных до мезофитного, что свидетельствует, во-первых, об отсутствии единых путей приспособления, а во-вторых - об их формировании в местах с иными факторами среды, а нынешние ареалы они попали позднее и, в-третьих, об неоднородности ландшафта, и, соответственно, климатических факторов горных мест.
FREQUENCY OF EXACERBATIONS IN PATIENTS WITH CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE AS ONE OF THE FACTORS OF PROGRESSION OF NON-ALCOHOLIC FATTY LIVER DISEASE
Authors: Derbak Мaria , Khramtsova Iryna
Published: August 2021

This article presents the results of studies obtained by observing patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) on the background of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). As a result of the analysis it was found that the frequency of exacerbations of COPD with hospitalization in overweight patients in the presence of NAFLD leads to increased imbalance of adipose tissue hormones in the form of decreased adiponectin and increased leptin, and correlates with impaired lipid metabolism and severe grade of hepatic steatosis. In patients with frequent exacerbations, there is a significant positive correlation between leptin levels and TNF-a factor, which may be associated with an increase in overall inflammation. The revealed imbalance of adiponectin and leptin content in patients with COPD with overweight is a factor in the progression of NAFLD.
COMPARISON OF BIOCHEMICAL PARAMETERS OF PATIENTS WITH LIVER CIRRHOSIS WITH AND WITHOUT COVID-19
Authors: Toktogulova Nurgul , Zhakisheva Elvira , Kaliev Turarbek , Satarov Umid , Smirnova Alena
Published: August 2021

There have been many published studies on how COVID-19 can affect the liver and how the severity of liver damage can influence the clinical course of COVID-19. The article describes the features of the biochemical parameters of the liver in different age groups developing with a new coronavirus infection using the example of observations in the department of gastroenterology. In patients under 60 years of age with liver cirrhosis in combination with Covid-19, along with deeper changes in liver tests, a decrease in hemoglobin, leukopenia and thrombocytopenia was observed.
VISITOR MONITORING IN PROTECTED AREAS: CONCEPTS, METHODS AND TRENDS
Authors: Rudenko Tetiana
Published: August 2021

The objective of this paper is to present a systematic overview on methods used for visitor monitoring in recreational areas. Emphasis is given on quantitative methods such as direct observation, video observation, counting devices and registration books. The various approaches are discussed with regard to practical, legal and organisational aspects, such as costs, maintenance requirements, dependence on infrastructure, risk of vandalism or suitability for remote and ecologically sensitive locations. As visitor monitoring can also be regarded as an interference with the privacy of the persons being monitored, ethical aspects of the application of the various methods must also be addressed. This article reviews the possibilities of using visitor monitoring in the management of a protected area using the example of the Moravian Karst Protected Landscape Area (PLA). The Moravian Karst is the largest and most significant Karst area in the Czech Republic. The disadvantages of visitor monitoring in protected areas are analysed in the discussion part.
ФОРМУВАННЯ ПРОДУКТИВНОСТІ СОРТІВ ПАСТЕРНАКУ ПОСІВНОГО ЗА ВИРОЩУВАННЯ В НИЗИННІЙ ЗОНІ ЗАКАРПАТТЯ
Authors: Садовська Надія , Попович Галина , Гамор Андрій , Середнянська Мар’яна
Published: August 2021

Наведено результати досліджень вегетації сортів пастернаку посівного та формування їх продуктивності за вирощування в ґрунтово-кліматичних умовах низинної зони Закарпаття. Вивчено тривалість міжфазних періодів сортів, проаналізовано динаміку біометричних параметрів рослин на протязі вегетаційного періоду та досліджено урожайність. Найкраще в умовах досліджень проявив себе вітчизняний сорт Петрик, який виділявся за своїми біометричними параметрами, масою коренеплодів та загальною і товарною урожайністю.
ТЕПЛОМАССОПЕРЕНОС В ПОДЗЕМНЫХ ПРОНИЦАЕМЫХ ПЛАСТАХ
Authors: Фуртат Ирина , Фуртат Юрий
Published: August 2021

Динамика объектов с распределенными параметрами описывается дифференциальными уравнениями в частных производных параболического типа, которые с краевыми условиями являются математическими моделями многих нестационарных нелинейных процессов. Математическими моделями тепломассопереноса являются системы уравнений параболического типа с такими же граничными условиями.
ВПЛИВ РОЗРОБЛЕНОГО КОМПЛЕКСУ СПЕЦІАЛЬНИХ ВПРАВ НА РІВЕНЬ ФІЗИЧНОЇ ТА ТЕХНІЧНОЇ ПІДГОТОВКИ ДЗЮДОЇСТІВ З ВАДАМИ СЛУХУ
Authors: Гарінов Олександр , Скрипка Ірина , Чхайло Микола
Published: August 2021

В статті підтверджено, що пошук інноваційних шляхів та підходів удосконалення техніки юних дзюдоїстів з вадами слуху є актуальною і своєчасною перспективою модернізації навчально-тренувального процесу у відділеннях дзюдо ДЮСШ інвалідів. Встановлено, що застосування розробленого комплексу спеціальних вправ на етапі початкової підготовки дзюдоїстів з вадами слуху, який включав вправи з заплющеними очима сприяв підвищенню зібраності і зосередженості спортсменів, покращенню їх технічної та фізичної підготовки.
Percepção de melhora de adolescentes atendidos em um serviço de saúde mental infanto-juvenil
Authors: Piedade Carolina Toralles , Batista Israel Augusto José de Faria , Rosas Cardoso Angela Maria
Published: August 2021

Objetivo: Avaliar percepção de familiares sobre adolescentes atendidos em serviço de saúde mental infantojuvenil. Método: Estudo transversal, com questionário sociodemográfico e Escala de Mudança Percebida – Versão do Familiar, aplicado a 100 familiares. Resultados: Maioria mulheres (85%), 41 a 50 anos (40%), renda familiar até 2 salários-mínimos (36%), filhos > 14 anos (65%), atendidos há >12 meses (55%), atendimento multiprofissional (56%). Percepção geral de melhora (98%): problemas pessoais (78%), convivência familiar (70%), interesse em trabalhar (66%), autoconfiança (63%) e estabilidade emocional (63%). Conclusão: Percepção de efetividade do tratamento.
Qualidade de vida de pais de crianças com transtorno do espectro do autismo
Authors: Dias Cimara Laine , Costa Exillany Mota , Barbosa-Medeiros Mirna Rossi
Published: August 2021

Objetivo: Avaliar a qualidade de vida dos pais de crianças com Transtorno do Espectro do Autismo e comparar a renda ao perfil comunicativo das crianças. Métodos: Participaram 55 pais que responderam ao questionário de avaliação da qualidade de vida, de questões sociodemográficas e do perfil comunicativo da criança. Foram feitos cálculos de frequência e teste não-paramétrico de Mann-Whitney. Resultados: Escores no domínio ambiental diferiram conforme o uso da comunicação, capacidade de compreender o filho, frequência de passeios com a criança e renda. O domínio psicológico foi influenciado pela capacidade de compreensão dos pais e pela frequência dos passeios. Escores do domínio social diferiram conforme a renda. Conclusão: A qualidade de vida foi considerada boa ou ótima para a maioria e um número expressivo de pais apresentou qualidade de vida regular no que tange os domínios meio ambiente e social. Os escores de qualidade de vida diferiram conforme a renda e o perfil comunicativo da criança.
Possibilidade de sobrecarga laboral do Agente Comunitário de Saúde: método do Discurso do Sujeito Coletivo
Authors: Rodrigues Talini , Oliveira Fonseca Rafael
Published: August 2021

O Agente Comunitário de Saúde (ACS) apresenta dificuldades no trabalho pelas suas multitarefas complexas que extrapolam seu conhecimento. Objetivo: compreender a possibilidade de sobrecarga laboral nos ACS das equipes de Saúde da Família em Corumbá/MS. Método: Aplicação de questionário semi-aberto com 48 ACS, sendo analisado pela técnica estatística descritiva (questões fechadas) e método do Discurso do Sujeito Coletivo (questões abertas). Resultados: a maior parte dos ACS não se sente sobrecarregada. Conclusão: Consideramos o desenvolvimento da Educação Permanente em Saúde, de rodas de conversa com a população e o apoio tripartite público para melhorar as condições de trabalho da categoria.
SENAM KAKI UNTUK MELANCARKAN AIRAN DARAH PERIFER PESERTA DIABETES MELLITUS TIPE 2
Authors: Hati Yulis , Muchsin Rosanti
Published: August 2021

Penyakit diabetes mellitus merupakan penyakit kronis yang tidak dapat disembuhkan akan tetapi dapat dikendalikan. Pengendalian penyakit DM salah satunya adalah dengan latihan jasmani.  Latihan jasmani salah satunya senam kaki akan menyebabkan terjadinya peningkatan aliran darah, maka akan lebih banyak jala-jala kapiler terbuka sehingga lebih banyak tersedia reseptor insulin dan reseptor menjadi lebih aktif yang akan berpengaruh terhadap penurunan glukosa darah pada peserta diabetes. Penderita DM di Desa Kubah Sentang Kecamatan Pantai Labu tahun 2019 cukup banyak dan belum pernah melakukan senam kaki diabetes. Pelaksanaan senam kaki diabetes dilakukan sebanyak 6 kali selama dua minggu. Peserta yang mengikuti sebanyak 24 orang, setelah rutin melakukan senam kaki diabetes merasakan rasa kesemutan di kakinya jarang terjadi ini karena manfaat senam kaki adalah manfaatnya adalah memperbaiki sirkulasi darah yang terganggu, memperbaiki kekuatan otot, melatih kaki dan sendi agar tetap lentur dan mencegah komplikasi diabetes.
GERAKAN MASYARAKAT HIDUP SEHAT (PENGOBATAN GRATIS, CEK KGD DAN PEMERIKSAAN TEKANAN DARAH)
Authors: Silaen Harsudianto , Tarihoran Yusrial , Simatupang Lenny Lusia
Published: August 2021

Jumlah penderita diabetes di Indonesia setiap tahun meningkat seiring makin bertambahnya penderita hipertensi dan penyakit jantung. Hasil survei oleh World Health Organization (WHO), negara India, Cina, Amerika Serikat dan Indonesia berada di urutan ke-4 dengan banyaknya pasien Diabetes Melitus (DM). Kegiatan hidup sehat dengan program pengobatan gratis, cek kadar gula darah dan pemeriksaan tekanan darah di Dusun II Kecamatan Pantai Labu Kabupaten Deli Serdang pada tanggal 04 Agustus 2019. Kegiatan di hadiri sebanyak 50 orang terdiri dari perempuan dan laki-laki usia 40-60 Tahun. Metode yang digunakan dalam penentuan sampel yaitu purposive sampling. Purposive sampling adalah suatu cara mengambil sampel dengan tahap awal penentuan kriteria tertentu. Hasil pengabdian masyarakat yang telah kami laksanakan, berdasarkan jenis kelamin dari 50 responden laki-laki sebanyak 23 orang (46%) dan perempuan sebanyak 27 orang (54%). Berdasarkan tipe penyakit dengan kategori hipertensi sebanyak 41 orang (82%) dan KDG meningkat setelah 2 jam makan sebanyak 9 orang (18%). Kesimpulan Pengobatan gratis, Cek KGD dan Pemeriksaan Tekanan Darah merupakan kegiatan yang positif untuk membantu masyarakat deteksi dini terhadap status kesehatannya.
EDUKASI MASYARAKAT : “HIDUP SEHAT PADA LANSIA DI MASA PANDEMIK COVID-19” DI KOMUNITAS BELAJAR RUMAH AYAH JOHOR
Authors: Tambunan Pravil Mistryanto , Dasopang Eva Sartika , Juniar Anna , Paramitha Ratih , Febriani Yessi , Sihotang Supran Hidayat , Sari Nurmala , Razali Mariany , Mierza Vriezka
Published: August 2021

Telah dilakukan kegiatan edukasi kepada masyarakat dengan mengusung tema : “Hidup Sehat Pada Lansia di Masa Pandemik COVID-19”. Edukasi dilakukan oleh tim gabungan yang terdiri atas sejumlah dosen perguruan tinggi negeri dan swasta di kota Medan. Sasaran edukasi ini adalah masyarakat kelompok lansia maupum yang merawat lansia di rumah yang bermukim di daerah Medan Johor, tepatnya  di Komunitas Belajar Rumah Ayah (Fadlan Institute) yang terletak di Jl. Karya Muda No. 7. Adapun kegiatan dimulai dengan senam pagi bersama dan diikuti dengan pemaparan materi serta sesi tanya jawab. Para peserta dalam edukasi ini menunjukkan antusiasme yang tinggi terutama Komunitas Senam Sehat Ceria Karya Muda yang secara rutin melakukan kegiatan senam dengan protokol kesehatan disana. Dari hasil edukasi, masyarakat terutama kaum lansia dan yang merawat lansia semakin mengerti bahwa pola hidup sehat termasuk olahraga teratur, makan makanan yang bergizi seimbang, serta menerapkan protokol kesehatan harus tetap dijalankan secara konsisten di masa pandemik ini.
PENINGKATAN KETERAMPILAN MEMBACA INTENSIF UNTUK MENEMUKAN GAGASAN UTAMA DENGAN MENGGUNAKAN METODE COOPERATIVE INTEGRATED READING AND COMPOSITIO DAN TEKNIK REPETISI PADA SISWA KELAS VII SMP NEGERI 1 SURUH TRENGGALEK
Authors: MUAWANAH SITI
Published: August 2021

Berdasarkan hasil analisis data dapat diketahui bahwa keterampilan membaca intensif untuk menemukan gagasan utama setelah mengikuti pembelajaran dengan metode Cooperative Integrated Reading and Composition dan teknik Repetisi terbukti mengalami peningkatan. Hasil tes keterampilan membaca intensif untuk menemukan gagasan utama pada prasiklus dapat diketahui bahwa nilai rata-rata sebesar 59,5 atau sebesar 59,47% dan pada siklus I diperoleh nilai rata-rata sebesar 66,81 atau sebesar 66,81%. Hal ini berarti terjadi peningkatan sebesar 7,34%. Pada siklus II diperoleh nilai rata-rata kelas tes membaca intensif untuk menemukan gagasan utama sebesar 75,05 atau sebesar 75,05%. Atas dasar hal tersebut dapat diketahui peningkatan dari siklus I ke siklus II sebesar 8,24%. Hal ini juga dapat diketahui adanya peningkatan sebesar 15,58% dari prasiklus ke siklus II. Perubahan tingkah laku siswa dapat dilihat secara jelas pada saat pembelajaran. Berdasarkan hasil data nontes siklus I, masih tampak perilaku negatif siswa saat pembelajaran berlangsung. Pada siklus II perilaku negatif siswa semakin berkurang dan perilaku positif siswa semakin bertambah.
Information and Communication Technology Use Capacity Within Extension Networks: Development and Preliminary Validation of an Empirical Scale
Authors: Lamm Kevan , Lamm Alexa , Davis Kristin , Sanders Catherine , Powell Alyssa
Published: August 2021

Advancing information and communication technologies (ICTs) has become central to international agricultural and extension development efforts. ICTs are crucial in facilitating information transfer, ensuring stakeholder access to information, and increasing the decision- making capacity of smallholder farmers. The research presented here introduces an instrument developed to quantify perceptions of ICT use capacity within international extension networks. The aggregate scale was verified for content validity, response process validity, internal structure validity, and consequential validity informing its use. The instrument was administered to network members (n = 122) associated with the Global Forum for Rural Advisory Services. An exploratory factor analysis (EFA) was conducted with measures of correlation and reliability analysed. Six factors were extracted and analysed further. The resulting Perceptions of ICT Use scale and factors can be used as reliable instruments for quantifying perceptions of ICT use capacity, enhancing international extension network needs assessments, and informing policies and practices which maximize ICT capacity. Keywords: information communication technology (ICT); scale development; rural advisory services; international extension; capacity assessment
Importance of the forest state in estimating biomass losses from tropical forests: combining dynamic forest models and remote sensing
Authors: Hiltner Ulrike , Huth Andreas , Fischer Rico
Published: August 2021

Abstract. Disturbances, such as extreme weather events, fires, floods, and biotic agents, can have strong impacts on the dynamics and structures of tropical forests. In the future, the intensity of disturbances will likely further increase, which may have more serious consequences for tropical forests than those we have already observed. Thus, quantifying aboveground biomass loss of forest stands due to tree mortality (hereafter biomass loss) is important for the estimation of the role of tropical forests in the global carbon cycle. So far, the long-term impacts of altered tree mortality on rates of biomass loss have been described little. This study aims to analyse the consequences of long-term elevated tree mortality rates on forest dynamics and biomass loss. We applied an individual-based forest model and investigated the impacts of permanently increased tree mortality rates on the growth dynamics of humid, terra firme forests in French Guiana. Here, we focused on biomass, leaf area index (LAI), forest height, productivity, forest age, quadratic mean stem diameter, and biomass loss. Based on the simulations, we developed a multiple linear regression model to estimate biomass losses of forests in different successional states from the various forest attributes. The findings of our simulation study indicated that increased tree mortality altered the succession patterns of forests in favour of fast-growing species, which changed the forests’ gross primary production, though net primary production remained stable. Tree mortality intensity had a strong influence on the functional species composition and tree size distribution, which led to lower values in LAI, biomass, and forest height at the ecosystem level. We observed a strong influence of a change in tree mortality on biomass loss. Assuming a doubling of tree mortality, biomass loss increased (from 3.2 % y−1 to 4.5 % y−1). We also obtained a multidimensional relationship that allowed for the estimation of biomass loss from forest height and LAI. Via an example, we applied this relationship to remote sensing data of LAI and forest height and mapped biomass loss for French Guiana. We estimated a mean biomass loss rate of 3.2 % per year. The approach described here provides a novel methodology for quantifying biomass loss, taking the successional state of tropical forests into account. Quantifying biomass loss rates may help to reduce uncertainties in the analysis of the global carbon cycle.
Hydrological Drought across Peninsular Malaysia: Implication of Drought Index
Authors: Hasan Hasrul Hazman , Mohd Razali Siti Fatin , Muhammad Nur Shazwani , Ahmad Asmadi
Published: August 2021

Abstract. Drought is considered a damaging natural disaster causing significant economic, social, and environmental impacts. The challenge of drought is to determine the characteristics of drought, its frequency, duration, and severity, which are critical for controlling the effects of drought and mitigation strategies. The objective of this study is to identify the drought characteristics and temporal assessment of drought using Streamflow Drought Index (SDI) and theory of runs (ToR). It also highlights the need and methods for selecting the most appropriate time scale for drought assessment, especially in tropical countries. Malaysia experiences tropical weather and monsoon seasons throughout the year with typically humid temperatures ranging from 20 °C to 30 °C. The different spatial patterns of SDI for three-, six-, nine-, and 12-month were adopted throughout Peninsular Malaysia, using 40 years of daily streamflow data from 42 gauging stations. The area under drought stress at different time scales during the study period is stable and accounts for about 24 % of the total area. The years 1997–1999, 2002 and 2016–2018 mark the most critical drought years, when more than 48 % of the total area of the basin was affected by hydrological drought. Spatial evaluation of drought characteristics shows that short-term droughts are common in most regions, with relatively high severity and frequency in the northeast and southeast of Peninsular Malaysia, where the maximum frequency reached 35.7 % and 42.8 %, respectively. The shortest scale (3-month) recorded more mild and moderate events. Since the most extensive time scale (12-month) includes more dry and wet periods, its high value may lead to misleading information for the early warning system. Using the results of this multi-scale SDI analysis, hydrologists, water managers, and policy makers can better understand the time scale selected for hydrological drought analysis. Short-term drought conditions show high interannual variability with the predominant pattern. It was shown that among the SDI time scales, the SDI for 3-month is the most suitable for effectively tracking hydrological droughts in tropical regions.
Pneumatocele Induced Pneumothorax in a patient with Post-COVID-19 Pneumonitis. A Case Report
Authors: Wortman II Kevin O. , Wortman Kevin O.
Published: August 2021

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic has been challenging medical professionals and facilities for over a year now. Much of the literature describes pathologic lung changes and complications associated with SARS-CoV-2, with pneumothorax and pneumatoceles not being uncommon.

The Case: We describe a case involving a patient that presented to the emergency department with a pneumothorax. Three weeks prior, the patient was hospitalized for 10 days in acute respiratory distress secondary to COVID-19 pneumonitis, which did not require ventilator support. Follow up imaging revealed a 7 cm (AP) x 4.6 cm (transverse) x 2.5 (cc) cm pneumatocele.

Conclusion: We speculate that antecedent rupture of an unrecognized pneumatocele likely caused lung collapse leading to the patient’s pneumothorax. This review delves into the etiology of both pneumothoraces and pneumatoceles along with their relation to COVID-19 pneumonia.
Stress on Human Health Resources as A Result of The COVID-19 Virus
Authors: Vázquez Raposo Alan Suresh , Dichi Romero Maria de los Angeles , Bertadillo Mendoza Olga Margarita , Garcia Cortes Luis Rey , Nuñez Fatima Korina Gaytan , Martinez Maria Guadalupe Saucedo
Published: August 2021

The world has been paralyzed by a new pandemic, efforts to mitigate the spread, the necessary medical intervention in infected patients, the problems of health systems have shown the value of the personnel working in the health sector. The objective is to reflect on the implications of the Human Resource of health in the care of COVID-19. Arguing that health work in the urgent situation of the pandemic can generate stress as a consequence. The intervention to temper the spread of the virus makes human resources vulnerable to health, these repercussions are exalted by working hours and overwork. It delves into the problem of stress as part of mental health and the daily work of human resources. It concludes with a series of suggestions that could contribute to the phenomenon of stress in human health resources.
Alpha-Synuclein aggregation in Parkinson’s Disease
Authors: Reader Rheia
Published: August 2021

The ability of polypeptides to fold into a functional, three-dimensional structure forms the basis of normal cellular and organ function, however, when this fundamental process goes awry it forms the basis of neurodegenerative diseases. Nearly 1 in 6 people have a neurological condition and these diseases can be debilitating and incurable. Parkinson’s Disease (PD) is the second most common neurodegenerative disease that is known as a movement disorder, but that is also characterized by additional non-motor associated symptoms. The pathophysiological hallmark of PD is the misfolding and aggregation of the protein α-synuclein (α-Syn) and the accompanying loss of neurons that produce dopamine in the brain. There are currently no proven therapies for PD and management options consist of symptom relief. Through the development of multidisciplinary approaches (including nuclear magnetic resonance, high-resolution imaging and animal models of disease), scientists have made great strides in our understanding of the chemical, genetic and molecular basis of PD. Although it is commonly accepted that aggregation of α-Syn is key in the pathogenesis of PD, the extent to which its aggregation plays a causal role in neurodegeneration is still a matter of intense investigation. This review will provide a critical assessment of the importance of α-Syn aggregation in PD and discuss the experimental approaches and current and future therapies for this neurodegenerative disease. Expanding our knowledge of the role of protein aggregation in the pathophysiology of PD is critical for the identification of biomarkers for early disease detection, as well as for the development of novel and specific therapeutic approaches.