bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Microbial indices of industrial and traditional medicinal herbs in Ahvaz, Iran
Authors: Ameri Abdolghani , Ekhtelat Maryam , Shamsaei Sara
Published: February 2020

Introduction. Medicinal herbs are susceptible to microbial contamination which can have profound effects on the consumer’s health. Our study aimed to evaluate microbial contamination of common medicinal herbs in Ahvaz.

Study objects and methods. We collected 80 samples of traditional and industrial medicinal plants from the supply market, namely valeriana, fennel, licorice, and shirazi thyme. The reference method was used to determine microbial indices such as the total count of microorganisms, yeast and mold, Bacillus cereus, coliforms, and Escherichia coli.

Results and discussion. We found that the total microbial count, yeast and mold, B. cereus, and coliform contamination accounted for 45, 77, 55, and 55% of the total samples, respectively, exceeding the allowed limits. There was a significant difference between the industrial and traditional samples in fungal and coliform contamination, with the traditional samples being more highly contaminated. However, no significant difference was observed between them in total count and B. cereus contamination. E. coli contamination was detected in 31.2% of the samples, mostly in traditional. Total microbial count and yeast and mold contamination were highest among valeriana plants. Fennel showed the highest B. cereus and coliform contamination. The lowest contamination was observed in licorice.

Conclusion. The results showed that a considerable percentage of the medicinal herbs under study were contaminated at levels exceeding the standard limits. Plants could be contaminated during harvesting, processing or storage. Finally, different species of plants have different antimicrobial activities that affect their microbial contamination.
Comparison of Birth Weights of Pre-Delivery Anemic and Non-Anemic Routine Iron Supplemented Pregnant Women
Authors: Atakul Tolga
Published: February 2020

OBJECTIVE: To investigate the effects of pre-delivery hematological parameters on birth weight and to compare their relationship with maternal age and parity in women who had taken routine iron supplementation during pregnancySTUDY DESIGN: A retrospective study was conducted among low-risk pregnant women who were delivered at term. Pre-delivery hematological parameters and clinical information were extracted from patient files and compared with birth weights. Women with known hematological disorders, women with the previous history of intravenous iron treatment and the ones who did not regularly use iron supplementation were excluded. RESULTS: All patients (1066) had undergone complete blood testing before delivery. Mean values for hemoglobin, hematocrit, mean corpuscular volume, red blood cell count and red cell distribution width were as follows; 10.9g/dL (±1.4), 34.6 % (±4.3), 84.6fL (±7.8), 4.1g/dL (±0.4), and 14.2 % (±2.5), respectively. When all patients are evaluated, 300 (28%) of them were found to be anemic according to Word Health Organization criteria but not for the former ACOG cut-off, which was 9.5 g/dL. There was no significant association between pre-delivery anemia and birth weight. However, the anemic women group was found to be slightly younger than non-anemic ones according to both criteria.CONCLUSION: Our results documented that younger age was associated with more pronounced anemia before delivery. This study did not show any association between pre-delivery anemia and low birth weight irrespective of maternal age. There is a need for further reports investigating the prognostic importance of hemoglobin reduction during pregnancy for infant birth weight in specific age groups and placental insufficiency related conditions.
A Study on the Rearrangement of Dialkyl 1-Aryl-1-hydroxymethylphosphonates to Benzyl Phosphates
Authors: Rádai Zita , Szabó Réka , Szigetvári Áron , Kiss Nóra Zsuzsa , Mucsi Zoltán , Keglevich György
Published: February 2020

The phospha-Brook rearrangement of dialkyl 1-aryl-1-hydroxymethylphosphonates (HPs) to the corresponding benzyl phosphates (BPs) has been elaborated under solid-liquid phase transfer catalytic conditions. The best procedure involved the use of triethylbenzylammonium chloride as the catalyst and Cs2CO3 as the base in acetonitrile as the solvent at room temperature. The substrate dependence of the rearrangement has been studied, and the mechanism of the transformation under discussion was explored by quantum chemical calculations. The key intermediate is an oxaphosphirane. The one-pot version starting with the Pudovik reaction has also been developed. The conditions of this tandem transformation were the same, as those for the one-step HP→BP conversion.
Recent Catalysts Used in the Synthesis of 1,4-Disubstituted 1,2,3-Triazoles by Heterogeneous and Homogeneous Methods
Authors: Noriega Saúl , Leyva Elisa , Moctezuma Edgar , Flores Luisa , Loredo-Carrillo Silvia
Published: February 2020

1,2,3-triazoles are popular heterocycles employed in material sciences and medicinal
chemistry as they show antiviral, antibacterial, anti-HIV, antitubercular, and antifungal
activities. Triazoles are appealing due to their stability and interesting click chemistry
properties. The Cu(I) catalyzed reaction between azides and alkynes affords the 1,4-
disubstituted derivative exclusively becoming a useful synthetic tool. However, one of the
main drawbacks of the catalyzed reaction is the need to use Cu(I), which is unstable at
standard conditions and rapidly oxidizes to the non-active Cu(II). The most common approach
when synthesizing 1,4-disubstituted-1,2,3-triazoles is to reduce Cu in situ employing
inorganic Cu salts and a reducing agent. The resulting Cu(I) needs to be further stabilized
with organic ligands for the reaction to take place. The aim of homogeneous catalysis
is to produce a ligand with a dual function both in reducing and stabilizing Cu(I) without interfering in the
overall reaction. Instead, heterogeneous catalysis offers more options when supporting Cu on nanoparticles,
complexes, and composites yielding the desired 1,2,3-triazoles in most cases without the need of a reducing
agent under green solvents such as ethanol and water. The catalytic activity of Ag, Ru, and Ce is also discussed.
This review exemplifies how the use of homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysts offers new and
green methodologies for the synthesis of 1,2,3-triazole derivatives. The materials supporting Cu show catalytic
properties like high surface area, acid-base sites or phase transfer. Although there is no ideal catalyst, Cu remains
the most effective metal since it is economical, abundant and readily available.
Anti-Amyloid Aggregating Gold Nanoparticles: Can they Really be Translated from Bench to Bedside for Alzheimer's Disease Treatment?
Authors: Shaikh Sibhghatulla , Nazam Nazia , Danish Rizvi Syed Mohd , Hussain Talib , Farhana Aisha , Choi Inho
Published: February 2020

:

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is characterized by deposition of amyloid-β protein aggregates
and an appropriate treatment strategy is urgently needed, as the number of diagnosed cases continues
to increase. The management of AD and other brain-associated diseases is limited by the blood brain
barrier and its selective control of drug passage. In fact, most of the promising drugs have restricted
curative effects on AD owing to their lower bioavailability. Gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) have emerged
as attractive therapeutic agents and have distinctive properties that could contribute to the development
of a novel treatment strategy for neurodegenerative disorders. In this review article, we attempt to identify
promising ways of developing competent AD therapeutic agents from anti-amyloid aggregating
AuNPs. Initially, we discuss the current status of anti-amyloid inhibitors, the abilities of AuNPs to
inhibit amyloid aggregation, and mechanistic aspects, and then describe plausible modifications that
could aid the translation of AuNP-based therapeutics into neuromedicines. The review highlights some
interesting characteristics that might effectively bridge the gap between laboratory and bedside treatments.
Effects of Thermosonication, Sonication and Mild Heating on Organoleptic Attributes of Three Red Fruit Juices
Authors: Hooshyar Leila , Jafarizadeh-Malmiri Hoda , Berenjian Aydin , Hesari Javad , Azadmard-Damirchi Sodeif , Şengül Memnune
Published: February 2020

Background:

Colour and turbidity (appearance), odour and flavour, taste, and texture are
the main parameters affecting consumer’s perception of juice quality. Anthocyanins, as natural antioxidant
and water-soluble pigment, exist in red fruit juices which are extremely unstable and more
susceptible to degradation. These mainly include anthocyanins, pigments, proteins, and vitamins that
are thermally sensitive.

Objective:

The present study focuses on the treatment of three different fruit juices namely red grape,
pomegranate, and sour cherry using different preservative methods and evaluation of their organoleptic
properties.

Methods:

Four preservative methods including pasteurization (90°C for 30 sec), mild heat treatment
(60°C for 4, 8 and 12 min), sonication (25°C) and thermosonication (90°C) using amplitude levels of
24.4, 42.7 and 61 μm for 4, 8 and 12 min, have been used for the treatment of the three selected fruit juices.

Results:

Obtained results indicate that untreated grape juice had maximum L* value (29.83) and the
pasteurized grape juice had a minimum L* value (25.77). Furthermore, while a* values of untreated
grape, pomegranate, and sour cherry juices were 39.7, 42.03 and 38.13, respectively, these pasteurized
juices had minimum a* values of 35.3, 38.47 and 36.97, respectively. In addition, results revealed
that sonication and mild heating had minimum effects on colour and appearance, odour and
flavour of all three studied juices. Furthermore, significant positive (p˂0.05) effects of thermosonication
were observed for the cloudiness parameter of the studied juices. Maximum acceptability
scores were achieved by mild heat-treated grape juice at 60°C for 8 min (8.33), thermosonicated
pomegranate juice at 60°C and amplitude of 24.4 μm for 4 min (7.33) and sonicated sour cherry juice
at 25°C and amplitude of 24.4 μm for 4 min (9.33).

Conclusion:

Different preservative methods with optimum processing conditions were successfully
utilized to minimize the changes in the sensorial and physicochemical properties of the treated juices.
Role of Nanocatalyst (Photocatalysts) for Waste Water Treatment
Authors: Sagir Muhammad , Tahir Muhammad B.
Published: February 2020

Background:

The aim of the current study is to understand the application of Nanotechnology
in the field of water and waste water treatment processes due to the increasing scarcity of
water with the passage of time. The knowledge about the effect of various photo catalysts on the
treatment of waste water is also compiled here.

Introduction:

In recent years, many researches have been working on the projects for the removal of
organic and inorganic pollutants from water using photo catalysts, which provide more efficient,
economical and as well as pollution free processes to some extent. Nanomaterials are found in large
research categories and are used in a variety of applications.

Methods:

Photo catalysis using Iron, Zinc, Silver, Metal oxides, SnO2, Carbon Nano-tubes, Nano
composites and Membranes are focused in this paper.

Result:

Discussion regarding various parameters as well as future aspects of nanoparticles on waste
water treatment are highlighted. Impacts of nanoparticles on health are also incorporated here.

Conclusion:

Considering the current speed of development and revolution in tech, nano materials for
this type of applications seems very promising.
Exploration of Psychological Well-Being, Resilience, Ethnic Identity, and Meaningful Events Among a Group of Youth in Northern England: An Autobiographical Narrative Intervention Pilot Study
Authors: Clauss-Ehlers Caroline S.
Published: February 2020

Background:

Autobiographical narrative (i.e., the process through writing or storytelling where one recalls life experiences and their impact on identity) has been found to effectively help adolescents cope with a range of medical and psychological issues.

Objective. :

The current study addressed the overall preliminary research question: How does implementing an autobiographical narrative approach promote resilience, psychological well- being, and ethnic identity among adolescents? A secondary study aim was to explore how central the memories evoked by each workshop were to participant identity. The study’s third goal was to promote life skill development and self-awareness through participation in the autobiographical narrative intervention.

Methods:

The intervention incorporated a community-based participatory research (CBPR) framework in its partnership with a community centre in Northern England. The intervention consisted of an 8-week autobiographical program with youth participants from working and lower middle-class backgrounds. Socioeconomic status was operationalized by self-report on a demographic data sheet completed by participants.

Results.:

Analyses indicated that participants viewed the events discussed in the 8-week program as being more central to their lives after their participation. Maladaptive coping appeared to decrease after participation in the intervention.

Conclusion:

Results suggest interventions that incorporate an autobiographical narrative approach within a CBPR framework may promote positive outcomes among adolescents with limited economic resources.
PEMBELAJARAN SASTRA PROFETIK SEBAGAI MEDIA PENGEMBANGAN KARAKTER SISWA
Authors: Efendi Anwar
Published: February 2020

Abstract: Prophetic Literature learning as a Medium to Develop Student Character. Recently, the character education mainstreaming has been boosted in the national education development. Substantially, the concept of character education is included in the formulation of the national education goals. Therefore, one important aspect in the context of character education is the collective consciousness of all parties involved in the activity. One attempt to develop character is through literature learning, including prophetic literature. Prophetic literature learning can provide joy of life and balance between thoughts and feelings. In such a way, students’ dignity is respected and they become whole human beings who possess knowledge, skills, good heart, and sensitivity.Keywords: education goals, literature learning, character building
Intravital Microscopy (IVM) in Human Solid Tumors: Novel Protocol to Examine Tumor-Associated Vessels
Authors: Trumbull Denslow Allerton , Lemini Riccardo , Bagaria Sanjay P , Elli Enrique F , Colibaseanu Dorin T , Wallace Michael B , Gabriel Emmanuel
Published: February 2020

Background

Intravital microscopy (IVM) allows the real-time, direct visualization of microscopic blood vessels. This pilot clinical trial will elucidate the physical and functional characteristics of vessels associated with solid tumors.

Objective

The main objective of this study is to determine the feasibility of performing IVM in patients with solid tumors during the standard course of surgical resection. IVM will also be performed when vasopressors or fluid boluses are administered during the standard course of the operation.

Methods

This is an open-label, nonrandomized, single-center, pilot study of IVM observation in subjects with solid tumors undergoing surgical resection.

Results

This study was active on January 1, 2019 (NCT03823144) and funded by the Mayo Clinic Florida Cancer Focused Research Team Award. As of September 27, 2020, we had enrolled 20 patients. Accrual period is expected to end by December 31, 2021.

Conclusions

This trial will support the development of interventions to improve patient treatment by extending the application of IVM to the tumor microenvironment. IVM observations during volume and pressor management at the time of surgery may aid in the development of strategies to augment responses to systemic treatments.

International Registered Report Identifier (IRRID)

PRR1-10.2196/15677
Willingness to Pay for Mortality Risk Reduction from Water Accidents: Application to Recreational Beaches, Miyagi Prefecture, Japan
Authors: Okuyama Tadahiro
Published: February 2020

The purpose of this paper is to measure benefits of the risk reductions on water accidents. 763 people who recreated at beaches were selected by an internet research. The reduction rates were 10%, 50%, and 90%. The median WTPs and the mean WTPs for reduction rates with and without protest bits were calculated. As results, the median WTPs at 10% reduction rates were calculated from 6 yen to 221 yen, the mean WTPs were from 615 yen to 820 yen. At 50% reduction rates, WTPs were from 743 yen to 1287 yen, and from 1256 yen to 1695 yen. At 90% reduction rates, WTPs were from 1607 yen to 2924 yen, and were from 2411 yen to 3433 yen.
Interpretasi, Ekspresi, dan Style Film Pendek Perspektif Terbalik karya Andree Sascha
Authors: Retnani Yunis Dwi
Published: February 2020

Perspektif Terbalik merupakan salah satu film pendek terbaik Indonesia karya Andree Sascha dengan durasi kurang lebih delapan menit. Film yang tidak menggunakan prolog dan beberapa dialog dari beberapa pemain yang terekam di dalamnya pun berhasil menarik beberapa perhatian viewer, serta mendapatkan berbagai penghargaan.Sehingga, hal tersebut menarik perhatian penulis untuk mengkaji film ini dengan menggunakan pandangan Rudolf Arnheim bahwa film as art, artinya sebuah film dibuat dengan mengandung unsur nilai seni ataupun estetika dan diharapkan bagi penikmat hasil karya seni dapat melakukan interpretasi atau pemaknaan sesuai imajinasinya terhadap sebuah film. Fokus dalam penelitian ini menggunakan interpretasi individual, ekspresi, dan style dalam film pendek “perspektif terbalik” karya Andree Sascha untuk merepresentasi makna. Hasil yang didapat ialah film ini mengajak penonton untuk memberikan makna secara bebas dan tidak seperti biasanya atau terbalik. Berdasarkan tiga fokus penelitian terhadap film ini, perspektif terbalik memiliki makna keseluruhan terkait dengan pesan film itu sendiri, yaitupenonton tidak dianjurkan untuk melakukan hal-hal yang berbau negatif dan dari unsur-unsur sinemanya, serta maksud dari judulnya sendiri ialah penonton diajak melakukan interpretasi terhadap bagian-bagian yang melekat pada film karena merekalah yang berbicara mengenai alur cerita dan harus memiliki pemikiran yang berbeda atau perspektif secara terbalik dengan apa yang telah dilihatnya
PENGUASAAN BAHASA INGGRIS DAN BAHASA MANDARIN BAGI PEMANDU WISATA LOKAL DI OBYEK ALAS KEDATON DESA KUKUH, MARGA, TABANAN, BALI
Authors: Candrawati A.A Ketut Sri
Published: February 2020

Penelitian ini bermaksud untuk menggambarkan kemampuan menguasai bahasa Inggris dan Cina untuk pemandu wisata lokal (yang bukan dari pemandu tetapi dari karyawan atau pemilik toko seni) pada Obyek Alas Kedaton Tabanan sebagai pertimbangan untuk kemajuan pariwisata di Alas Kedaton Tabanan Objek, dan untuk mengetahui bagaimana proses pengelolaan jenis objek wisata ini. Penelitian ini dilakukan melalui teknik pengumpulan data seperti wawancara dan observasi di Obyek Wisata Alas Kedaton Tabanan, dan dianalisis secara kualitatif. Obyek Wisata Alas Kedaton dengan memanfaatkan karyawan atau pemilik art shop serta menjadi pemandu wisata wanita lokal yang berkomunikasi dalam bahasa bilingual yaitu Inggris dan Mandarin. Dengan menjelaskan keunikan dan kesakralan Obyek Alas Kedaton, dasar untuk mengembalikan keaslian pariwisata didasarkan pada budaya dan nilai-nilai leluhur di Bali. Melalui proses penelitian ini, dapat disimpulkan bahwa penguasaan bahasa Mandarin untuk pemandu wisata wanita lokal di Alas Alas Kedaton Tabanan perlu ditingkatkan untuk menghindari miskomunikasi antara pemandu dan wisatawan. Berbagai upaya dilakukan oleh administrator Objek Alas Kedaton I Wayan Semadi untuk dapat meminimalkan kesalahan komunikasi tersebut. Dengan meningkatnya kemampuan pemandu wisata wanita lokal, ini dapat digunakan sebagai promosi bagi wisatawan untuk datang ke Objek Alas Kedaton Tabanan.
Sociological aspects of assessing security at the organizational level (on the example of preschools)
Authors: Polyakov A. V. , Unusyan U. V.
Published: February 2020

The article identifies interpretations of (social) security which can be used in the sociological analysis of its features, factors and methods for ensuring it at the theoretical and empirical level. In particular, the authors note the current shift of security interpretations from the state-centric to the social-centric approach, which significantly expanded the possibilities of operationalizing this concept and explains the sociological interest in security despite the remaining terminological confusion. Security turned out to be embedded in the already established conceptual field consisting of such terms as risks, dangers, challenges, threats, violence, etc. (‘objective’ phenomena) and anxieties, fears, concerns, etc. (formats of social understanding and ‘measurement’ of ‘objective’ phenomena in the opinion polls). To demonstrate the possibilities of sociology of security (although this is rather a conditional branch of sociology) at the organizational level, the authors present the results of the empirical study conducted as a case study (both the region and the object serve as a case) in the form of a survey: the issues of ensuring security of preschool organizations in the Odintsovo District of the Moscow Region were examined through the requests of different actors of the educational process (administrators, teachers and parents). According to the survey results, parents and employees of preschool organizations (managers and senior teachers) agree that a video surveillance system in the premises and on the territory is a certain security guarantee for it would prevent outsiders from entering (security threats are considered as coming from outside); however, both groups do not consider a system of turnstiles and passes as a necessary measure. The heads and teachers of preschool organizations are more concerned about countering terrorism (pressure from ‘above’) and fire safety (they see security threats as coming from both outside and ‘inside’). Thus, there is a disagreement of different actors on the sources and severity of security threats for preschool organizations.
ESCOLHA DO INVESTIMENTO MAIS ADEQUADO AO PERFIL CONSERVADOR UTILIZANDO MÉTODO DE ANÁLISE HIERÁRQUICA
Authors: Da Serra Costa José Fabiano , De Souza Igor Farias Batista , Paiva Marcelle Gonçalves de Pinho , Ramos Carlos Yan Rodrigues
Published: February 2020

Segundo relatório da ANBIMA - Associação Brasileira das Entidades dos Mercados Financeiro e de Capitais os investimentos pessoas físicas no brasil atingiram o patamar de r$ 2,7 trilhões em 2017, o que indica uma alta de 11,8% em relação ao ano de 2016. O mesmo relatório aponta para o perfil conservador ou conservador moderado do investidor pessoa física brasileiro, sendo que o investimento mais procurado é a caderneta de poupança. Este artigo consiste na aplicação de Metodologia Multicritério - AHP (Analytic Hierarchy Process) para a escolha do investimento mais adequado para um brasileiro de perfil conservador, com pouca reserva, que gostaria de fazer um investimento de médio a longo prazo e que não possui expertise no assunto. Utilizando um grupo de especialistas da área financeira, foram estabelecidos os pesos para cada critério e identificada a melhor opção a partir dos critérios e alternativas definidos em conjunto com os próprios especialistas. O resultado indicou ser mais interessante o Tesouro Direto.
Análisis del desempeño de la gestión administrativa y operacional del Laboratorio Clínico del Hospital de la Anexión
Authors: Mora Vicarioli Ana María , Rivero Soto Rafael
Published: February 2020

La realización de este proyecto permitió obtener una valiosa información de los procesos en las diversas áreas del Laboratorio Clínico del Hospital de la Anexión, permitiendo medir el nivel de desempeño para conformar una herramienta en el proceso de gestión. Se evidenció una baja en el desempeño en la cantidad de personas usuarias atendidas y por consiguiente de análisis realizados en el mes de mayo de 2011 con respecto al promedio esperado. Se evidenció la existencia de debilidades en el funcionamiento del laboratorio y particularmente en la atención directa al paciente. El usuario del laboratorio se encuentra satisfecho en lo que respecta al trato que recibe. Toda esta información sirvió de base para la confección de las debidas recomendaciones con el fin de que se puedan tomar acciones para elevar el nivel de desempeño y para la toma de decisiones a futuro.
Vitamina D y sus implicaciones en estados de salud y enfermedad del ser humano
Authors: Montero García Jorge Mauricio
Published: February 2020

La vitamina D tiene un extenso papel en el estado de salud y enfermedad, y está ampliamente relacionada con el metabolismo óseo y el equilibrio fosfocálcico, sin embargo, investigaciones de los últimos años demuestran que esta vitamina juega un papel importante en distintas partes del organismo y tiene un rol transcendental en diversos mecanismos como la autotolerancia inmunológica, control delciclo celular y apoptosis, función endotelial, secreción y efecto de la insulina, regulación del sistema renina-angiotensina- aldosterona, efectividad del sistema inmune ante infecciones, así como implicaciones en el sistema cardiovascular y el desarrollo neurológico, entre otras acciones.
Corporate board and CSR reporting: Before and after analysis of JCGC 2009
Authors: Al Fadli Amer
Published: February 2020

This study investigates the influence of board size, the presence of an audit committee on the board, and CEO duality on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) reporting in Jordan. The longitudinal data (panel data) analysis estimation techniques were used for the period of 2006 to 2015. Content analysis was employed to assess the level of CSR reporting of a different area of disclosure in the annual reports. Multiple regression analysis was used to investigate the association between governance factors and the level of CSR reporting (Habbash, 2016; Ahmad, Rashid, & Gow, 2017b). The findings reveal that board size and the presence of an audit committee on the board are significantly positive on the level of CSR reporting. These factors play a significant role in enhancing compliance with corporate governance best practices. The role of CEO duality on the board has an insignificant relationship with the level of CSR reporting. These results suggest significant implications for companies and regulators to continue to improve corporate governance best practices in the companies and develop greater awareness of companies CSR reporting. The study contributes to the governance and CSR reporting literature in the Middle East and developing countries using the legitimacy theory approach.
La Doble Vuelta en las Elecciones Presidenciales en Colombia 1994-2018
Authors: Duque-Daza Javier
Published: February 2020

The article analyzed the reform that established the two-round system for Colombian presidential elections. The objective was to contrast the theory forecasts and their concretions in a case study: the institutional changes and their influence on the presidential races during the 1994-2018 period. The central argument is that institutional reform has contributed to an increase in the number of candidates, to greater pluralism and the projection of new parties. It also has encouraged the formation of electoral alliances and coalitions of governments and produced greater legitimacy for presidents. The main finding is that in this case, some of the theoretical forecasts were met, but others were not.
Manizales años 1920: Arquitectura Republicana y vida urbana
Authors: Santofimio-Ortiz Rodrigo
Published: February 2020

This article relates to the investigation Trazos de vida urbana en la ciudad de Manizales años 1920-30 (Traces of urban life in the Colombian city of Manizales between 1920 and 1930). Here we refer to the urban ornament as a strategic purpose of redesigning the city according to civilizing and progress canons inherent in modernity and, in that case, the new social classes. Europe was the referent to adopt no only the republican architecture but also to modify the urban layout and a new way of inhabiting the city. In the 1920s, Manizales did not escape these processes, but events such as the fires, the attitude of the social agents and the  fascistic forms made them worthy of particular attention. The method utilized based on urban cultural history with contributions from Almandoz, Romero and Uribe.
Nota de Retractación
Authors: Nino-Munoz Diana
Published: February 2020

Retractación de:  Violencia política en Colombia. Paradojas e institucionalización de una disfunción. Ortiz Jiménez, W. (Vol. 12 No. 22, 2012, pp. 129-142).
Nota de Retractación
Authors: Nino-Munoz Diana
Published: February 2020

Retractación de:  Aplicación de la lógica difusa en la filosofía del derecho: Una aproximación práctica en desarrollo.  Giraldo Jiménez, E., Estrada Mejía, A., Gallego Ramírez, L., y Therán Lopera, W. (Vol. 17 No. 33, 2017, pp. 257-266). doi: 10.22518/usergioa/jour/ccsh/2017.2/a15
INFORMATION ASYMMETRY AND MASS APPRAISAL
Authors: Gdakowicz Anna , Kuźmiński Wojciech , Putek-Szeląg Ewa
Published: February 2020

In the article, we propose a new method of valuation based on market value coefficients which we have called the Szczecin algorithm of mass appraisal (SAMWN). This algorithm takes into account the idea that it is possible to measure the effects of both immeasurable and measurable variables which have not been directly included in the valuation. It is therefore a proposal to solve the problem of asymmetry of information in the mass appraisal. The article discusses the procedure of estimating the property value in the process of mass appraisal, in which the attribute related to location and fashion is not included a priori.
ANALIZA KONSOLIDACJI AKTYWÓW I ZOBOWIĄZAŃ W PROCESIE RESTRUKTURYZACJI GRUPY KAPITAŁOWEJ
Authors: Bobowski Eryk
Published: February 2020

W artykule przeprowadzono analizę konsolidacji aktywów i zobowiązań w procesie restrukturyzacji grupy kapitałowej działającej w obszarze produkcyjnym. Zbudowany model stanowić może pomoc dla przygotowania i przeprowadzenia procesu naprawczego, a także do jego wykorzystania w procesie oceny ryzyka finansowego. Kluczowym elementem jest także zwrócenie uwagi na istotny wzrost kapitału spółki dominującej, a w konsekwencji na zdolność finansową do realizowania nowych inwestycji przy uwzględnieniu wyższego poziomu ryzyka.
TENDENCJE KONSUMPCJI WYROBÓW ALKOHOLOWYCH W EUROPIE W LATACH 2016-2019
Authors: Surtel Izabela , Jałowiecki Piotr
Published: February 2020

W pracy przedstawiono wyniki badań nad wyznaczeniem tendencji konsumpcji czystego alkoholu na jedną osobę w latach 2017 – 2019 oraz analiza słuszności zastosowania podziału Europy na regiony zgodnie z klasyfikacją M49 według ONZ. Badanie zostało przeprowadzone dla krajów Europejskich, w podziale na Europę Północną, Europę Południową, Europę Zachodnią oraz Europę Wschodnia. W procesie prognozowania zastosowano metodę podwójnego wygładzania wykładniczego Holta. W wyniku przepro–wadzonych badań wykazano ogólne tendencje spadkowe zjawiska w omawianym okresie oraz możliwość zastosowania podziału terytorialnego według średnich wielkości spożycia całkowitego alkoholu w poszczególnych krajach europejskich.
Psychosocial disadvantage and residential remoteness is associated with Aboriginal women’s mental health prior to childbirth
Authors: Bhat Sunil Kumar , Marriott Rhonda , Galbally Megan , Shepherd Carrington CJ
Published: February 2020

IntroductionOptimal mental health in the pre-conception, pregnancy and postpartum periods is important for both maternal and infant wellbeing. Few studies, however, have focused on Indigenous women and the specific risk and protective factors that may prompt vulnerability to perinatal mental disorders in this culturally diverse population.

ObjectivesTo assess mental health contacts in the period before childbirth among Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women, the association with socioeconomic factors and whether it differs by geographic remoteness.

MethodsThis is a retrospective cohort study of 19,165 Aboriginal mothers and includes all Aboriginal mothers and their children born in Western Australia from January 1990 to March 2015. It draws on population-level, linked administrative data from hospitals and mental health services, with a primary focus on the mental health contacts of Aboriginal women in the 5 years leading up to childbirth.

ResultsThe prevalence of maternal mental health contacts in the five years prior to birth was 27.6% (93.6% having a single mental health disorder), with a greater likelihood of contact in metropolitan areas compared with regional and remote settings.  There was a positive relationship between socioeconomic advantage and the likelihood of a mental health contact for women in metropolitan (β = 0.044, p=0.003) and inner regional areas (β = 0.033, p=0.018), and a negative association in outer regional (β = -0.038, p=0.022), remote (β = -0.019, p=0.241) and very remote regions (β = -0.053, p<0.001).

ConclusionsThe findings from this study provide new insights on the dynamic relationship between SES, geographic location and mental health issues among Aboriginal women in the five years leading up to childbirth. The results underscore the need to apply location-specific approaches to addressing the material and psychosocial pathways that lead to mental health problems and the provision of culturally safe, appropriate and accessible services for Aboriginal women.
Legal Reasoning Pattern Based On Trancendental Values : A Reflection on Legal Reasoning Based on Positivism Values
Authors: Basri Basri
Published: February 2020

Purpose of the study: This article aims at finding out the pattern of legal penalties for transcendental valuesMethodology: This research is conducted using descriptive philosophical normative study methods. As a secondary legal material, this writing draws on literature, papers, journals, and research related to this writing.Main Findings: Positivism-based legal reasoning has failed to accommodate all the interests and legal needs of the community in realizing justice and prosperity. The pattern of legal reasoning based on transcendental values is a choice because it is related to the understanding that places the law for justice and public welfare.Applications of this study: This study can give benefit to thinkers in the field of legal studies thinking to make a breakthrough in the formation of new lawsNovelty/Originality of this study: The use of the basics of transcendental law can be made as a new breakthrough to realize a just and prosperous law
Prophetic : An Epistemological Offer for Legal Studies
Authors: Wardiono Kelik
Published: February 2020

Purpose of the study:This article aims to define Prophetic (Islamic demystification/Islamic scholarship) which is a concept offered by Kuntowijoyo to integrate science and religion. Unlike western epistemology, prophetic includes revelation and the heart as part of the ontology. From the aspect of prophetic epistemology, it is based on synthetic and analytic approaches with transcendental structural methods, while from axiological aspects, justice with prophetic ethical values are humanization, liberation, and transcendence, becomes the goal and values.Methodology: This research was based on a philosophical approach because it was intended to explore the epistemological building of the prophetic paradigm offered by Kuntowijoyo. The main sources of information in the form of Kuntowijoyo's writings and thoughts about the prophetic paradigm  were collected through library studies. The data that have been processed were analyzed using descriptive analysis, interpretation, hermeneutics, and heuristics.Main Findings: Prophetic can be used as one model to integrate science and religion, which is done by connecting the text with the context.Applications of this study: This study can provide keywords that can be used as a guide to understand prophetic such as: (1) qauliyah verses, kauniyah verses, and nafsiyah verses; revelation, reason, heart, and senses, as a keyword in understanding aspects of ontology; (2) synthetic and analytic approaches with transcendental structural methods, as keywords in understanding aspects of epistemology, and; (3) justice which is based on prophetic ethical values encompassing humanization, liberation, and transcendence, as keywords in understanding the axiological aspects.Novelty/Originality of this study: understanding the prophetic paradigm of Kuntowijoyo
Emancipatory Of Legal Transendency In Indonesia: Study Of Moral Aspects In The Making Of Laws And Regulations In Indonesia
Authors: Triwahyuningsih Triwahyuningsih
Published: February 2020

ABSTRACT Objectives: This paper aims to answer the question of how the relationship between law and moralism, as well as how to internalize moral principles in making laws and regulations in Indonesia. Methodology: This study used a philosophical approach that aimed to explore the relationship between law and morals from the perspective of John Austin, Kelsen, and H. L. A Hart. It also used the transcendental perspectives in exploring the importance of internalizing moral principles in making laws and regulations in Indonesia. The research method in the article used descriptive normative research methods, with interpretative data processing techniques regarding the importance of moral aspects in making laws and regulations in Indonesia. Findings: The dominance of the philosophy of positivism has broad implications. The closure of the law to morality raised by adherents of legalism, legal positivism, or reinerechtslehre does not only raise injustice everywhere but also appear with a face of totalitarian or repressive law. Law and moral relations, according to John Austin (1790-1859), are diametrically separated and tend to favor the law (the law negates morals), while Hans Kelsen and Austin place religious and moral inferiority while favoring positive law. According to Kelsen, the law deals with the form (formal), not the content (material); then, Hart tries to offer the principle of morality as a minimum legal requirement in which the pattern of the relationship is cooperative or independent dialogue. Whereas in the transcendent perspective, law and morals are in a dialogue-integrative relationship. The legislators should have spiritual intelligence; that is, they do not want to be bound and limited by existing standards but want to go beyond and transcend the existing situations (transcendental).  With spirituality, the legislators, who are in accordance with the principle, can produce laws that show the emancipatory of legal transcendency. The laws do not only humanize humans but are also oriented to moral values that originate from God. Benefit: The benefit of this paper is to be the basis for guarding moral values in making the Law, starting from the preparation and initiative for the submission of the draft law, discussion of the draft law, and approval of the draft law. Originality/novelty: Internalization of moral principles in law can produce laws that can make people happy and answer the problems of human life. At least three elements are fulfilled, namely justice, efficacy, and legal certainty. Keywords: transcendency, morals, the formation of laws
Framework for Exploring Fit and Flexibility in Strategic Human Resource Management in Jordanian Telecommunication Companies
Authors: Shaheen Hisham Abdul Kareem , Almohtaseb Ahmad Ali
Published: February 2020

The Fit and flexibility is now very imperative for an effective strategic human resource management.  Theoretical and empirical studies however could not agree on a single framework to accommodate both of its concepts (orthogonal and complimentary) to solve human resource management issues globally. The lack of a framework is a concern because there are still pertinent issues relating to human resource management specifically in Jordan. The purpose of this study was to carry out a conceptual framework to explore the fit and flexibility concept in strategic human resource management in Jordanian Telecommunication companies. This study suggests that emphasis should be placed on strategic flexibility in a dynamic sector like the Jordanian telecommunication sector to improve their productivity, performance and achieve a competitive advantage. Also, Jordanian Telecommunications companies' strategic flexibility will be achieved only if they rely on developing innovative and sustainable HR practices to stay competitive in their rapidly changing and dynamic business environment.
EVALUASI IMPLEMENTASI KURIKULUM 2013 DENGAN MENGGUNAKAN LOGIC MODEl DI SMK NEGERI 1 LINTAU BUO
Authors: Febrison Febrison , Rizal Fahmi , Wakhinuddin Wakhinuddin
Published: February 2020

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengevaluasi pelaksanaan (implementasi) Kurikulum 2013 di SMK Negeri 1 Lintau Buo dengan menggunakan Evaluasi Logic Model yang mencakup 4 aspek yaitu; evaluasi input, evaluasi aktivitas, evaluasi output dan evaluasi outcomes. Pendekatan penelitian yang digunakan adalah pendekatan gabungan/mixed dengan metode sequential explanatory (urutan pembuktian), penelitian ini dilakukan dengan melakukan penelitian kuantitatif terlebih dahulu, kemudian melanjutkan penelitian dengan metode kualitatif untuk menemukan kesimpulan. Teknik pengambilan sampel menggunakan Tabel Nomogram Henry King, sehingga jumlah guru yang dilibatkan dalam penelitian ini adalah 78 orang. Pada penelitian ini, peneliti menemukan bahwa implementasi Kurikulum 2013 di SMK Negeri 1 Lintau Buo masih tergolong cukup dengan rata-rata skor adalah 3,84 dan TCR adalah 75,52%. Hasil evaluasi implementasi Kurikulum 2013 pada aspek input adalah baik dengan rata-rata skor adalah 3,96 dan TCR adalah 80,28%, pada aspek aktivitas adalah cukup   dengan rata-rata skor adalah 3,70 dan TCR adalah 74,06%, pada aspek output implementasi Kurikulum 2013 adalah cukup dengan rata-rata TCR adalah 3.96 dan rata-rata indikator adalah 73,62%, selanjutnya pada aspek outcomes adalah cukup dengan rata-rata skor adalah 3,73 dan TCR adalah 74,13 %. Implikasi penelitian ini adalah adanya perlunya peningkatan dan perbaikan pada aspek aktivitas, input, dan outcomes, meski komponen evaluasi aktivitas telah menunjukkan pelaksanaan Kurikulum 2013 yang baik. Penulis merekomendasikan kepada kepala sekolah dan pengawas agar secara berkesinambungan mengawasi dan mendampingi pelaksanaan implementasi Kurikulum 2013 oleh guru, guru juga harus mampu meningkatkan kemampuan dan wawasan serta menciptakan hubungan yang harmonis dan saling mendukung demi terlaksananya Kurikulum 2013 di SMK Negeri 1 Lintau Buo
Pengembangan Media Pembelajaran Berbasis Web pada Mata Pelajaran Komputer dan Jaringan Dasar di SMK Negeri 1 Lembah Melintang
Authors: Figna Harry Pratama , Rukun Kasman , Irfan Dedy
Published: February 2020

This research aims to get web-based learning media with a valid, practical, and effective on subjects the basic computer and network. This web-based learning media designed to improve the understanding of students thus increasing the learning results. This research uses research methods Research and Development (R and D) with 4-D development procedures (Define, Design, Develop, Disseminate). Data analysis techniques using descriptive analysis techniques for describing validity, practicalities, and web-based learning media efetivitas. The results obtained from the research of development: (1) the validity of a web-based learning media declared valid on aspects of media and materials, (2) a web-based learning media practicalities based on the response of teachers and students expressed very practical, (3) the effectiveness of web-based learning media declared effective in improvinglearning outcomes. Based on the findings of this study it was concluded that a web-based learning media declared valid, practical, and effective way to used as learning materials on subjects the basic computer and network.
REACTIVE POWER COMPENSATION AND OPTIMIZATION OF INTEGRATED GRID TIED CASCADED HYBRID SYSTEM
Authors: Jahan Arshi , Gupta Mrs. Preeti
Published: February 2020

Cascaded multilevel converter structure can be fascinating for high-power solar photovoltaic (PV) systems due to its interchangeability, extensible, and dispensable maximum power point tracking (MPPT). Though, the power divergence in cascaded unitary PV transmute modules can cause unstable voltage and system operation. This paper highlights the concern, inspects the consequences of reactive power compensation and optimization on system security and power characteristics, and suggests synchronized active and reactive power distribution at the grid to diminish this instability. Also a wind energy system is connected parallel to the PV system to increase the system’s reliability. Additionally, an expansive control system with the reactive power compensation algorithm (RPCA) is suggested to acquire intense voltage regulation and competent power distribution.
The media and the coup leader: Sitiveni Rabuka
Authors: Mason Anthony
Published: February 2020

Brigadier-General Sitiveni Rabuka, the former prime minister of Fiji who gained notoriety for staging twin coups in 1987, has enjoyed a love-hate relationship with the Fiji and Pacific media for almost two decades. University of Canberra PhD student, Anthony Mason, interviewed Rabuka in the course of his research into Australian media coverage of the coups. He also interviewed the former editor of The Fiji Times, Vijendra Kumar. Pacific Journalism Review is publishing the transcripts of these interviews, where both Rabuka and Kumar reflect on the May 1987 coup and its aftermath—helping to put the May 2000 coup into perspective.
INTRODUCTION: Media accountability
Authors: Bertrand Claude-Jean
Published: February 2020

The sole aim of media is to make as much money as they can. Or again, the media are to serve only the people in power, political or economic. If you agree to that, you might as well stop reading this. This issue of Pacific Journalism Review is predicated on the principle that media should serve the public. Journalists can only achieve that if they enjoy independence from financial and political pressures. It is not often enough underlined that they cannot enjoy that independence without the support of the public, the masses of voters and consumers. There is no way the profession can obtain public support unless it listens to readers/listeners/viewers— unless it is accountable to them.