bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Poda Na Lima: Islamic Character Based on Local Wisdom in Angkola-Mandailing
Authors: Rohman Rohman , Umrina Lubis Rica
Published: January 2021

Poda Na Lima is Angkola-Mandailing local wisdom means five advices which are used as a basis for the formation of islamic character of its people in their life. This local wisdom has dealt with islam such as to maintain cleanliness and purity both mentally and physically. This study explains about how Islamic character based on “Poda Na lima” local wisdom in Angkola-Mandailing community. The five basic values of Poda Na Lima are paias rohamu (the obligation to purify your hearth), paias pamatangmu (the obligation to purify your body), paias parabitonmu (the obligation to clean your clothes), paias bagasmu (the obligation to clean your house) and paias pakaranganmu (the obligation to clean the environment). This type of research was qualitative using a qualitative descriptive approach. Data collection techniques are done by observation, in-depth interviews and literature review that examines directly about Poda Na Lima. Data analysis used systematically starting from data collection, data presentation, data reduction to draw conclusions. The result of this study shows that those traditions were very important identities to of Angkola-Mandailing community particularly to perform a good character and personalities to build a clean and healthy community order. And also become a guideline and foundation of life held by every Angkola-Mandailing ethnic group in managing life.
Komunikasi, Keberagaman, dan Pariwisata: Strategi Warga Rama Agung menuju Desa Wisata Religius
Authors: Tawil Yulizar Pramudika , Rahmarini Giska Mala
Published: January 2021

Indonesia is experiencing an emergency communication between religious communities. The issue of division is easier to emerge and be consumed quickly by the community than the issue of togetherness. Interestingly, it is always the best practice of harmony between religious communities in rural areas which raises optimism that diversity in Indonesia continues. This study explains communication between religious communities in the success of the implementation of a religious tourism village in Rama Agung. A qualitative case study approach was carried out. Data were collected through interview techniques, observation, and search for relevant literature. Specifically for the interview data, we processed it through the transcript mechanism, keyword search, keyword categorization, and wording. Our findings include three important focuses: indicators of diversity, communication patterns in religious tourism villages, and forums for communication. We found three salient social capitals: the legacy of value systems brought by immigrant communities and the results of value processing in the environment, written rules or agreements between communities, and the leadership of religious leaders who were able to balance internal and external desires. Informal and formal communication forums have been used by the community to communicate their ideas. Then we present a communication pattern from the idea discussed, the development, to the execution stage. In the end, this study suggests a narrative approach to describe more clearly the way of communication in the village of religious tourism organized by religious diversity
Removal of heavy metals (Cd and Pb) from aqueous solutions by adsorption using synthetic tobermorite prepared from bio-municipal wastes as adsorbent
Authors: Yinusa Daniel Lamidi  , Seun Samuel Owoeye  , Segun Michael Abegunde
Published: January 2021

Contamination of waters by discharge of heavy metals such as Lead (Pb), Cadmium (Cd), Zinc (Zn) etc. from various industrial activities poses a great threat to humans, plants and animals, and thus the need for their removal from waste waters. In this work, synthetic tobermorite was prepared using waste soda-lime-silica glass as silica precursor while snail shell ash was used as source of calcium oxide. Several compositions were formulated with varying combination of soda-lime glass and snail shell ash. The bodies were sintered at 950oC in an electric muffle furnace. Analyses such as scanning electron microscopy (SEM/EDS) and Fourier Transform Infra-red Spectroscopy (FT-IR) was used to assess the microstructure and functional groups present in the developed tobermorite. The synthetic tobermorite was further immersed in aqueous solutions containing heavy metals (Pb2+ and Cd2+) whilst parameters such as temperature, contact time, pH, adsorbent dosage, adsorbate concentration were used to assess the performance of the synthetic tobermorite. The results of the morphology shows that the tobermorites possess irregular and spherical shaped grain with coated water films while the EDS shows the presence of Ca and Si with small amount of Al confirming tobermorite while the FT-IR indicates Ca – O – Si and Si – O – Si as main functional groups. The adsorption experiment performed shows the tobermorite is effective in removal of heavy metals (Pb2+ and Cd2+) studied in this work. However, their performance was impaired at increase in temperature above room temperature.
The study and analysis of the sustainable and experimental management of the drying of menton lemon using baffle solar collectors
Authors: Abderrahmane Abene  , Rym Ghezlene Seddiki  , Aurora Morocini  , Rachida Bouallouche  , Richard Guilaume
Published: January 2021

The application of solar drying of lemon by solar air sensors to determine the ideal temperature of the lemon drying air in order to preserve the quality such as the freshness and flavor of the lemon and therefore all the properties of the lemon. lasting way and the freshness of the skin. Fiber rich in white fibers are rich in antioxidants and reduce cholesterol. The lime is not ripe on the other hand, the lemon get ripe. Lime is smaller than a lemon, its bark is green, and it is less juicy but still sour. The fruit that is not ripe can not be dried by the variable baffle solar air sensor.
Acute uncontrolled hyperglycemia, a non-specific presentation and predictor of covid-19 severity- a report of three cases
Authors: Boniface Mensah  , Betty Roberta Norman  , John Jude Kweku Annan  , Collins Kokuro
Published: January 2021

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a pandemic caused by the severe acute respiratory coronavirus 2 (SARS Cov-2) which currently has caused over 76 million cases with over 1.6 million people dead worldwide. COVID-19 can manifest with several non-specific clinical presentations, posing a diagnostic challenge. Several studies have shown an increased COVID-19 severity in patients with Diabetes mellitus. However, some patients with COVID-19 severity may present with new-onset Diabetes mellitus or worsening blood glucose control in a known diabetic. There are various mechanisms by which the SARS Cov-2 causes hyperglycemia in infected patients. This can lead to hyperglycemia as a presentation of COVID-19 in the absence of specific signs and symptoms. We present three cases: two of them initially presented with acute onset hyperglycemia and were diagnosed with Diabetes mellitus but shortly developed clinical manifestations that led to the suspicion of COVID-19 and a positive COVID-19 RT-PCR test. The third was a diabetic with previously good glycaemic control which suddenly worsened for no reason and shortly after, also developed clinical manifestations that led to the suspicion of COVID-19 which was later confirmed. We recommend that patients with acute hyperglycemia state and/or worsening blood glucose control in patients with previously well controlled Diabetes mellitus should be evaluated for COVID-19 in order to reduce morbidity and mortality as hyperglycemia confers an increased disease severity
Troponin -T as a prognostic and diagnostic marker for myocardial infarction
Authors: Yamini N  , Gopalakrishnan B  , Selvam R  , Saravanan D
Published: January 2021

Over the past decade, there has been a progressive evolution of cardiac marker testing in patients with acute coronary syndromes. Myocardial infarction (MI) is the leading cause of death in the developed world. Biomarkers have an vital role in analysis, risk stratification, administrative running and medical assessment making in the setting of patients presenting with signs and symptoms of MI. Cardiac troponin (cTn) rose to prominence during the 1990s and has evolved to be the cornerstone for diagnosis of MI. Cardiac troponins are released from myocytes following myocardial damage and loss of membrane integrity. Troponin T are member of a group of cardiac regulatory proteins which function to regulate the calcium mediated interaction of muscle filaments actin and myosin resulting in contraction and relaxation of striated muscle. New algorithms integrating Brain natriuretic peptide (BNP), NT-proBNP, and more sensitive cTn assays footing potential for more rapid diagnosis of MI, allowing for appropriate management steps to be initiated and more efficient and effective utilization of healthcare resources.
Antibacterial effect of Chromolaena odorata (Awolowo Leaf) aqueous leaf extract on Pseudomonas aeruginosa induced gastrointestinal tract infection in adult Wistar rat
Authors: Wisdom Nzubechukwu Obiefu  , Nnaemeka Jireh Okolie  , Chizaram Winners Ndubueze  , Joy Nkeiruka Dike-Ndudim
Published: January 2021

The effect of Chromolaena odorata aqueous leaf extract on Pseudomonas aeruginosa induced gastrointestinal tract infection in adult rats was studied using thirty six (36) adult wistar rats, whose weights range from 72-100g. The rats were allowed to acclimatize for two weeks and checked for fitness through weight check and urinalysis. Twelve rats were used for toxicological study (LD50) while 24 rats were used to determine the antibacterial effects of Chromolaena odorata leaf extract. The 12 rats for LD50 were divided into three groups of four rats each while the other 24 rats were divided into four groups of six rats each. The antibacterial effect of Chromolaena odorata extract was significantly high in group Q after treatment (4.5±2.12 Cfu/ml) when compared with the mean value before treatment (20.0±4.24 Cfu/ml). The antibiotic effect of ciprofloxacin was higher in group R rats after treatment (0.00±0.00 Cfu/ml) when compared with the mean value before treatment (24.0±1.41 Cfu/ml). But in group S, the mean value of count after treatment was significantly higher (26.5±13.44 Cfu/ml) when compared with the mean value before treatment (14.5±4.95 Cfu/ml) and this is because this group was not treated with either leave extract or antibiotics. Conclusively, the leave extract of Chromolaena odorata could be adopted as an alternative treatment against gastrointestinal tract infections especially those due to Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
Penile fracture in a 32-year old man with sexual dysfunction: A case report of rare outcome of the use of aphrodisiacs
Authors: Paul O. Dienye  , Japhet Nwapi  , Alali Dan-Jumbo
Published: January 2021

Penile fracture is a very rare urological emergency resulting from the traumatic rupture of the tunica albuginea of one or both corpora cavernosa. Immediate surgical treatment is the current standard of care with lower risks of late complications, including erectile dysfunction, penile curvature, and tunical scar formation. We report a case of a patient with sexual dysfunction who took a combination of Anafranil and Sildenafil to enhance his sexual performance to satisfy his girlfriend, but ended with a penile fracture. Our case exposes the degree of frustration suffered by patients with sexual dysfunction and the extent to which they can go in the quest for a solution to their problem, the outcome may be unfavorable.Patients should be informed about the possible complications of Sildenafil either used singly or co-administered with Anafranil for improved sexual function, and recreational use of these drugs should be discouraged.
Prevalence of hepatitis B infection among voluntary donor in Wuse District Hospital, Abuja
Authors: Ojevwe DD  , Fajimi VO  , Ifemeje OC  , Ali HA  , Gana DF  , Abdulsalam JO  , Adegoke AS  , Agaga F  , Maduka MK
Published: January 2021

Blood transfusion is an important and lifesaving intervention of the healthcare system there by reducing mortality worldwide, resulting from high level of blood demanding health conditions. Screening and testing of the donated blood are necessary in order to prevent the risks and complications associated with blood transfusion. This study was carried out in retrospective, considering the six (6) month testing and screening of seven hundred and fifty (n= 750) samples from the relative donor of Wuse District Hospital, Abuja, this was done using the screening method with the use of a rapid test kit. The gender showed 689(91.9%) for male and female 61(8.1), result showed that 32(4.3%) were positive with 28(87.5%) male and 4(12.5%) female respectively, the percentage age group showed the highest to be (56.4%)of 29 -38 years. The study showed an overall seroprevalence of (4.3%) falling within (2 – 7%) intermediate risk group for hepatitis B virus infection as described by the WHO. Government should make available the vaccine against HBV, create more awareness for vaccination and make it free for all (without payment) as soon as possible
Animal venoms
Authors: Fidelis Bekeh Ada  , Kenneth Igbang Sunday  , Emmanuel Akomaye Ugbong
Published: January 2021

Venoms are poisons or toxins of animal origin in which the animal that produce the toxins are capable of introducing the toxins into the body of the victims. Animals that produce toxins but lack the ability to introduce the toxins into their victims are said to be poisonous animals. Venoms are classified based on their site of action in the bodies of their victims. Thus, they classified into local, auto pharmacological, antihaemostic, neurological mascular cardiac and renal types; and based on the type of animal producing the venom, it is difficult to classify venom based on chemical constitution because of the fact that a particular venom is highly complex chemically with many reactive sites. The role venoms play on organisms in the environment is highlighted.
Morphological and anatomical characteristics of Waltheria indica (L.) growing on sandy soils of Binh Thuan province, Vietnam
Authors: Simphathai Mahaxay  , Pham Van Ngot  , Huynh Nguyen Van Anh  , Dang Thi Ngoc Thanh
Published: January 2021

Waltheria indica (L.) is a species in the list of medicinal plants in Vietnam. However, information about this species is still at the basic level. In order to provide more data on this medicinal plant, the present research has gone into further on the characteristics of the plant through morphological classification method, observing the thin slices of vegetative and reproductive organs and measuring with a reticule on the eyepiece and a stage micro-meter equipped for a light microscope. Combination of statistical analysis of botanical morpho-anatomical traits with characteristics of soil and climatic where the plants distribute was conducted to find ecological adaptation of the plants. The results showed that the plants growing in regions with different ecological conditions had significant differences in structural characteristics. This is the basis for collecting the medicinal plants Waltheria indica (L.) and continue to determine their pharmacological properties in the future.
On the image promotion on social media by polytechnic students in Nigeria
Authors: Taiwo Stephen Fayose  , Lanre Adebara  , Folashade Adeola Bolarinwa
Published: January 2021

The research examined the reasons polytechnic students join social media such as Instagram and what they intend to learn from celebrities on Instagram in order to have their ideal body image for self-esteem. The study identified different measures polytechnic students used to achieve desired body image and the level of psychological effect Instagram posts have on their body image. The analysis is based on the findings of a questionnaire survey carried out in two higher institutions in Nigeria (N=600). The results revealed Nigerian students are highly conscious of their body image (91.2%), they employed different measures to achieve their desired body image, the rate at which Nigerian students patronized products advertised on Instagram to acquire ideal beauty standard is relatively high (61.5%) and finally, level of psychological effect of Instagram posts on body image is approximately high (88%).
Coagulation disorders in Covid-19 patients
Authors: Selma Abdala  , Salma Aitbatahar  , Lamyae Amro
Published: January 2021

So far the pathophysiology of infection due to coronavirus 2019 (covid 19) is not well elucidated, however, several studies suggest that there is a link between the coagulation system and Sars-coV2. The objective of this work is to study the variability of coagulation parameters in patients infected with covid-19. Patients and methods: We have collected 102 confirmed Covid 19 infected patients (group 1), hospitalized at the Covid 19 center of the CHU Mohamed VI of Marrakesh, we have studied the coagulation parameters in these patients and comparing them with a group of control patients (group 2) who did not present any coronavirus infection. Results: The mean age was 46 years in group 1 and 40 years in group 2, with male predominance in both groups (55.4% in G1 and 52.8% in G2). D-dimer (1.35±2.1 vs 0.18±0.05, p<0.001) and fibrinogen (4.04 (±1.85) vs 2.13 (±0.308), p <0.001) levels in G1 are elevated relative to G2, while prothrombin levels are decreased (84.7 (±16.9) vs 93.1 (±6.60), p<0.01). We did not observe a significant difference between the two groups with respect to platelet count, International Normalized Ratio (INR) and APTT (p >0.05). D-dimer and fibrinogen values in severe Covid 19 patients were higher than in non-severe Covid 19 patients (p<0.001). Conclusion: Clotting factors in Sars cov 2 patients are significantly impaired compared to those in the control group. The high level of fibrinogen and D-dimer may be a marker for the early identification of severe cases.
Effect of seeding rate on plant performance of Alycicarpus ovalifolius under rain-fed in Semi-arid zone, Sudan
Authors: Mohamedalmontasir A. M. Mohamed  , Mahmoud H. Mohamed
Published: January 2021

This study was conducted at the private farm, Southern part of Alfashir Airport, under the semi-arid condition of North Darfur State, Sudan. The objective was to test the effect of different seed rates (2, 4, 6, and 8 kg/ha) of Alycicarpus ovalifolius on plant growth attributes and forage yield, during two consecutive seasons (2017 and 2018) aiming to find the most suitable seed rate under rainfed condition in semi-arid zones to be used in pasture improvement. The experiment was laid-out in a randomized complete block design with four replicates, the plot size was 8x5 m. Data collected included Plant density, plant ground cover and dry matter yield. There were significant effects of seeding rates on plant density, cover and yield. Seed rate of 8kg/ha had highest plant density, cover and yield. But the seed rate of 6kg/ha had the optimum performance, this seed rate was recommended for sowing Alycicarpus ovalifolius at semi-arid condition for range improvement. Further research work is needed to assess seeding rates across different ecological zones in North Darfur State.
Surgical evaluation and management of adnexal masses: A tertiary care center experience
Authors: Yasin Duran  , Batuhan Üstün  , Fırat Can Söğüt  , Özlem Sevinç Ergül  , R Ceren Avcı Çavdar  , Mehmetbaki Şentürk
Published: January 2021

Introduction: Intraoperative and postoperative outcomes of ovarian carcinoma patients who underwent cytoreductive surgery in our clinic has been evaluated with the measures of adjuvant chemotherapy requirement, recurrence and survival rates. Materials and methods: Cases who underwent cytoreductive surgery between 2018-2019 in our clinic are evaluated in aspects of age at diagnosis, menopausal status, pathological stage of tumor, size of tumor, mode of surgical therapy, duration of surgery, neoadjuvant/adjuvant therapy choice, follow-up protocol, synchronous/metachronous state, rate of relapses and survival. Results and discussion: The mean age of total 23 operated cases is 59±8.9. %69,6 of all cases is found to be primary ovarian carcinoma, whereas %30,4 is ovarian metastasis of other malignancies. Among metastatic cases, three is primary carcinoma of colon, one is gastric cancer and one is primary carcinoma of bladder. In other two cases, invasion of endometrial cancer to the ovary was observed. In addition to the standard surgical procedures, one case has undergone diagnostic mass resection, one sole total abdominal hysterectomy (TAH) and bilateral salpingooferectomy (BSO) and 21 omentectomy (OMT). Among these 21 cases one has undergone bilateral pelvic lymph node dissection and five (%21,7) bilateral pelvic paraaortic lymph node dissection (BPPLND). In addition to TAH, BSO, OMT and BPPLND; nine (%39,1) cases has undergone low anterior resection, one cystectomy, one distal pancreas resection and one partial gastrectomy. Three (%13) of the cases has been diagnosed in stage 1, one in stage 2, nine (%39,1) in stage 3 and ten (%43,5) in stage 4. Four (%17,4) of the cases had taken neoadjuvant chemotherapy priorly to the surgery. Twenty-one (%91,3) of the cases took adjuvant chemotherapy and one chemoradiotherapy. Relapses has been observed in the follow up of two (%8,7) cases. Nineteen (%82,6) of the cases are currently in disease-free state and four (%17,4) has been in exitus state. Conclusion: Surgery is the major modality of treatment in ovarian cancer. Various surgical resections by experienced gynecologists may be in need to achieve optimal cytoreduction and multidisciplinary approach is substantially important.
Pollination efficiency of Apis mellifera (Hymenoptera: Apidae) on Cosmos sulphureus (Asteraceae) capitula at Dang (Ngaoundéré, Cameroon)
Authors: Boris Kevin Maben Biroki  , Fernand-Nestor Fohouo Tchuenguem
Published: January 2021

To study the foraging activity of Apis mellifera (Hymenoptera: Apidae) on Cosmos sulphureus (Asteraceae) and to evaluate its impact on fruits yields, C. sulphureus capitula were observed on Dang (Ngaoundéré, Cameroon) from September to November 2016 and from August to October 2017. Each year, observations were made every day, from 06.00 am to 6.00 pm on 540 capitula divided in four treatments: 120 capitula left in free polliniation, 120 capitula protected from insects ; 200 capitula protected, then uncovered, exclusively visited by A. mellifera and rebagged ; 100 capitula protected, then uncovered and rebagged without insect or any other organism visit. The foraging behaviour on A. mellifera capitula, its pollination efficiency, the fruiting rate, the percentage of mature achenes and the percentage of normal (well developed) achenes were evaluated. The results show that among 10 insect species recorded on C. sulphureus capitula after two seasons of observation, A. mellifera was the most represented with 95.57 % of 1128 visits. This bee harvested intensely nectar and pollen on C. sulphureus florets. The fruiting rate, the percentage of mature akenes and the percentage of normal achenes of treatments with unprotected capitula were significantly higher than those of treatments with capitula protected from insects. Through the pollination efficiency of a single capitule visit, A. mellifera increased the fruiting rate, the percentage of mature achenes and the percentage of normal achenes by 50.58 %, 14.37 % and 40.52 % respectively. The installation of A. mellifera colonies close to C. sulphureus fields is recommended to increase achenes and honey yields, as well as pollen production as a hive product.
Apoptosis, guardian of the genome: Review
Authors: Ahmad Mohammad Khalil
Published: January 2021

Apoptosis has attracted great attention in the last two decades and the number of publications related to apoptosis has been growing exponentially. The revolution that has occurred in apoptosis research is a direct result of a better understanding of the genetic program and biochemical mechanisms of apoptosis. Apoptosis is not only a common normal event but also essential for the growth and development of organisms. In the adult, apoptosis is mostly abnormal, but in its absence or failure cancer cells obtain immortality by escaping this type of cell death. Apoptosis works synergistically in intrinsic and extrinsic pathways. The first pathway is initiated by the cell itself in response to stress. The second is initiated via death receptors stimulated by cells of the immune system. This review is an attempt to answer questions like: Why is cell death important to study? How cells undergo apoptosis? What controls the decision between life and death? Which cellular events could cause the control of apoptosis to be impaired? The literature cited below shows some sort of unity in the scientific community on the necessity of a sophisticated balance between “pro-survival” and “pro-death” forces to ensure the happiness of cells in multicellular organisms
The role of gut microbiota in health and diseases
Authors: Fetarayani Deasy , Hariyono Handoko , Soegiarto Gatot
Published: January 2021

ABSTRACTABSTRACTMicrobiota contributes a crucial part in the human hosts' health and actively provides to the emergence of various diseases. The optimal composition of healthy intestinal microbiota varies from person to person. The more various and abundant of the microbiota, the greater their resistance to outside hazards. Colonization of the microbiota in the human body starts after delivery and develops continuously from infant to adult. The largest microbial colony is constructed in the lower part of the adult human digestive tract. The composition of the human intestinal microbiota alters promptly during the beginning of life and is steady. It has been described the close relationship among dysbiosis of the intestinal microbiota with intestinal and non-intestinal diseases. Nevertheless, it is uncertain whether dysbiosis is the culprit of the disease or only as a result of the disease. Human microbiota's role must be investigated more deeply so that later it can be developed for the prevention, diagnosis of disease, and more effective treatment strategies in the future. In this minireview, we will describe the development of the gut microbiota, its interaction with our bodily systems and defense, the multiple causes of dysbiosis, and its impact on several metabolic in inflammatory diseases in humans. With this insight, it is hoped that we can be more cautious about using antibiotics, avoid things that lead to dysbiosis, and handle diseases more holistically, putting the balance of the microbiota into account. Keywords:  human, microbiota, gastrointestinal tract, dysbiosis, health and diseaseCorresponding author: deasyfetarayani@gmail.com
“Nunca supe contar una historia”. Giro narrativo y resistencias en la crítica literaria argentina reciente
Authors: Peller Diego
Published: January 2021

En Argentina existe una fuerte tradición de cruce entre literatura y crítica, y la lista de escritores-críticos es prestigiosa: David Viñas, Noé Jitrik, Ricardo Piglia, Martín Kohan, Alan Pauls, Sylvia Molloy, Daniel Link, Elsa Drucaroff, Graciela Speranza, Silvio Mattoni, entre otros. Se trata de figuras que han sostenido una doble inscripción discursiva e institucional. Jorge Panesi en La seducción de los relatos (2018) señala que en los últimos años ha estado sucediendo algo diferente: la crítica académica está contaminando sus textos con marcas literarias. ¿Qué sucede cuando los críticos comienzan a narrar, dejando de lado las restricciones que les impone su práctica profesional? En este artículo sugerimos que tanto este giro narrativo de la crítica, como lo que denominamos “giro conservador”, así como también las interpretaciones del propio Panesi son síntomas de ansiedad que reflejan una profunda crisis institucional que afecta el estatuto y los límites de la crítica literaria.
Neologisms in the Modern Literary Dargin Language
Authors: Yusupov Khizri Abdulmadzhidovich , Ubaydulayeva Shamay Adziyevna
Published: January 2021

The paper aims to identify word-formation ways in the modern literary Dargin language. Scientific originality of the study lies in the fact that the authors for the first time examine newly appeared lexical units of the literary Dargin language. The conducted empirical research allows identifying a large number of neologisms and occasionalisms, more than 100 of which appeared in the last decades. Among models of neologisms formation, the authors mention the following ones: borrowing (calquing) from the Russian language and word-building according to the patterns of the Dargin language. Many recently appeared neologisms are in active use.
Artificial neural network based determination of the performance and emissions of a Diesel engine using ethanol-diesel fuel blends
Authors: CAN Özer , ÖZTÜRK Erkan , ARCAKLIOĞLU Erol
Published: January 2021

In this study, the performance and exhaust emission values in a four-stroke, four-cylinder turbocharged Diesel engine fueled with ethanol-diesel fuel blends (10% and 15% in volume) were investigated by using Artificial Neural Network (ANN) modeling. The actual data derived from engine test measurements was applied in model training, cross-validation, and testing. To train the network, fuel injection pressures, throttle positions, engine speed, and ethanol fuel blend ratios were used as input layer in the network. The outputs are the engine performance values (engine torque, power, brake mean effective pressure, and specific fuel consumption) and exhaust emissions (SO2, CO2, NOx, and smoke level (N%)) which were measured in the experiments.The back-propagation learning algorithm with three different variants, a single layer, and logistic sigmoid transfer function (log-sig) was used in the network. By using the weights of the network, formulations were given for each output. The network for test data yielded the R2 values of 0.999 and the mean % errors for test data are smaller than 3.5% for the performance and 8% for the emissions.
Der „Mantel des Paulus“ (2 Tim 4,13): vergessen, zurückgelassen, deponiert?
Authors: Schramm Christian
Published: January 2021

The short demand to bring Paul’s coat in 2 Timothy 4:13 has been a part of exegetical discussion for a long time. Especially the intention, the text pragmatics and the meaning of this verse are a matter of academic dispute. The point is: The interpretation of this verse has an important impact on the question of the authentic or pseudepigraphic character of 2 Tim. The following article focusses on an aspect that hasn’t been looked at much so far: the legal business of depositum as a possible historical backdrop. A third person’s (i.e. Timothy’s) mandate to pick up something deposited tells us much about his legitimacy as an authorized representative of the person who made the depositum (i.e. Paul). And possibly we also learn something about 2 Tim: 2 Tim as a letter could function as an authorizing document for the person sent out to pick up the coat – then 2 Tim 4:13 would work as a kind of certificate of authenticity of 2 Tim as an allegedly original Pauline letter.
Tutela coletiva extraprocessual e acesso à justiça: Vantagens e desafios à luz do desastre do Rio Doce
Authors: Barros Marcus Aurélio de Freitas , Crespo Victória Rincon Machado Mourão
Published: January 2021

O presente trabalho analisa a tutela coletiva extrajudicial no Brasil, como vem se desenvolvendo, suas vantagens e desafios como instrumento de efetivação do acesso à justiça. Partindo de uma primeira etapa de contextualização, o trabalho se propõe a esclarecer como se delineou a tutela coletiva no ordenamento jurídico brasileiro, seguindo um movimento mundial de acesso à justiça, que, no país, teve sua incorporação temperada por outros influxos, como a redemocratização nacional e os movimentos sociais. Feita essa apresentação global, a monografia verifica de que forma a desjudicialização e as técnicas de solução consensual de litígios, tendência que se observa em diversas áreas do Direito pós-moderno, atendem às demandas das sociedades complexas e ao novo paradigma do Direito, quando aplicadas à tutela coletiva. A fim de checar a aplicabilidade das proposições desse tipo de abordagem (tutela coletiva extrajudicial), invoca-se o Caso Samarco, em que essa opção foi largamente empregada. O caso corresponde ao rompimento da barragem de Fundão, ocorrido em 05 de novembro de 2015, que trouxe consequências desastrosas e extremamente diversificadas. Com o intuito de aproximar o leitor do caso e situá-lo com alguma riqueza de detalhes, é feito um aprofundamento nas possíveis causas do rompimento e em suas consequências. Superado isso, passa-se ao exame das técnicas de tutela de direitos utilizadas para lidar com o conflito e à checagem das construções teóricas até então obtidas. Em face dos resultados alcançados, faz-se uma última advertência acerca de aspectos que devem ser considerados, quando da utilização da tutela coletiva extrajudicial, com vistas a não se desvirtuar seu uso, tornando-o inefetivo ou problemático. O método adotado é o hipotético-dedutivo e a pesquisa se pauta em revisão bibliográfica, além de consulta a documentos oficiais como laudos, relatórios, peças judiciais e extrajudiciais.
ORAL FOLK STORIES AND RECOLLECTIONS OF WITNESSES ABOUT THE GREAT PATRIOTIC WAR
Authors: Alieva Fatima Abdulovna
Published: January 2021

The article deals with oral folk stories, front-line letters and eyewitness recollections of the Great Patriotic war. Their themes, stylistic features, and visual and expressive means are analyzed. The characteristic feature of all these works is the pathos of military and labor feats, the heroism and courage of the peoples of Dagestan at the front and behind the enemy lines. A special place is given to the theme of friendship, brotherhood and unity of peoples united against the treacherous enemy – fascism.
FOLKLOR INTERESTS OF THE LEZGHIN ENLIGHTENER KAZANFARBEK ZUL’FUKAROV
Authors: Gasharova Aida Ruslanovna
Published: January 2021

The article discusses the role of the representative of the Dagestan intelligentsia of the second half of the XIX century – Kazanfarbek Zulfukarov as an enlightener, who left a bright mark in the education and upbringing of the Lezghin people. Based on the factual material, the author points out that K. Zulfukarov was also the first collector of Lezghin folk art, who understood the importance of native folklore in upbringing and enlightenment.
THE LAK LOVE “SHAMMARDU”: THEMES AND ARTISTIC FEATURES
Authors: Gammakueva Aysha Saidovna
Published: January 2021

The article deals with Lak love “shammardu” (songs-quatrains), which are one of the genre varieties of Lak lyrical non-ritual poetry. Their subject matter and visual and expressive means are characterized.
ACADEMIC PERIOD IN THE CREATIVITY OF GALINA PSHENITSYNA
Authors: Gamidov Timur Saidovich
Published: January 2021

The article considers paintings and graphic works of the famous Dagestan artist Galina Pshenitsyna, relating to the period of her studies at the Academy of Arts named after I. E. Repin in (1959–1965). The significance of this period is determined by the level of the professional foundations of realistic art that she received. There are revealed the specific aspects of artistic skills, which determined the author's characteristic and individual handwriting at subsequent stages of creative growth.
TO THE QUESTION ABOUT MORPHEMIC STRUCTURE OF PERSONAL PRONOUNS OF THE AVAR LANGUAGE
Authors: Mallaeva Zulaikhat Magomedovna
Published: January 2021

The morphemic analysis of the five personal pronouns of the Avar language presented in the article revealed the following. 1. Having the same base structures, singular and plural personal pronouns have different struc-tures of root morphemes. The root morphemes of the singular personal pronouns are represented by two-component consonant + vowel structures. The root morphemes of plural personal pronouns are represented by three-component consonant + vowel + consonant structures. 2. All case forms of the singular personal pro-nouns are formed from an indirect basis. All case forms of personal plural are formed from a direct basis.
ON THE ROLE AND SIGNIFICANCE OF CERTAIN VERBS IN LEZGHIN LEXICOGRAPHY
Authors: Yuzbekova Saimat Beibalaevna
Published: January 2021

The article deals with several verbs, which in addition to their basic lexical meanings as simple verbs in the Lezghin language play an important role, being also auxiliary in the formation of new complex verbs from differ-ent nominal, verbal bases and phraseological units. The role and meaning of these verbs in the Lezghin lan-guage is great.
AT THE SOURCES OF THE AVAR SOCIAL NOVEL
Authors: Murtazaliev Ahmed Magomedovich
Published: January 2021

In the first decades of Soviet power, the Avar literature was undergoing the process of formation and development of the novel and its genre varieties. One of the first national masters of the word who turned to a new prose genre in his work was the famous linguist, writer and educator Sh. I. Mikailov, the author of the unfinished social novel “Rust”, which reached the reader in the form of an excerpt from it. The article attempts to give a literary-critical assessment of this passage, to determine its artistic features and genre-compositional originality.
CONFESSIONAL LYRICS BY TEMIRBULAT BEYBULATOV
Authors: Guseynov Malik Alievich
Published: January 2021

The article considers one of the aspects of confessional lyrics of T. Beybulatov, reflecting the deep spiritual drama of the poet during his stay in prison. These works, with the dominant lyrical, soulful intonations, pain and anxiety of the lyrical hero, reflect the multi-vector development of Kumyk, all Dagestan poetry of the first years of the Soviet period.
ARTISTIC IMAGERY AND STYLISTIC FEATURES OF THE MEMOIR GENRE IN THE WORK OF G.-M. AMIROV “AMONG THE HIGHLANDERS OF NORTHERN DAGESTAN. (FROM THE DIARY OF THE GYMNASIST)”
Authors: Ismailova Zarema Ramazanovna
Published: January 2021

The author analyzes G.-M. Amirov's memoir composition "Among the mountaineers of Northern Dagestan. (From the diary of a schoolboy)", written in Russian and characterized by subtle psychological insight and de-tailed description of household items, as well as a rare description of landscape sketches of Dagestan nature for the literature of the XIX century. A connection with folklore, characteristic of that time, is noted.
ON THE COLLECTION OF POEMS FOR CHILDREN “WINNER” BY DZHAMINAT KERIMOVA: POETICAL MEANS AND DEVICES
Authors: Alhlavova Inna Khumkerkhanovna
Published: January 2021

The article on the materials of the children's poetry collection "Winner" analyzes works for children of Dzhaminat Kerimova, examines their artistic and ideological-themed originality, genre-style features.
A new unified theory based on the “Primordial Dynamic Space” structure
Authors: Di Sia Paolo
Published: January 2021

A new unified theory based on the “Primordial Dynamic Space” structure
Chữ
Authors: Khuc Quy Van
Published: January 2021

Gao, bua, tho, chu,
Open Educational Resources as tools to foster equity
Authors: Clinton-Lisell Virginia
Published: January 2021

Open Educational Resources (OER) are teaching and learning materials that are available without access fees and with licensing that affords innovation through OER-enabled pedagogy. In this chapter, we review the financial impact of OER and research evidence that the quality of OER is comparable to that of commercial materials. This is followed by an explanation of how OER licensing allows instructors to revise materials and how OER can be adapted to be more culturally responsive, effectively aligned with learning objectives, and inclusive of student needs. By promoting access to materials, being adaptable to student needs, and providing diverse communities the opportunity to share their voices and knowledge, OER serve as tools to improve teaching and learning and promote social justice in higher education. We present future directions for OER research and implementation as well as sample initiatives to support the adoption of OER and activities that incorporate OER-enabled pedagogy.
BUNGA RAMPAI Integrasi Keilmuan dalam Menghadapi New Normal pada Masa Pandemi Covid-19
Authors: Wijayanto Adi
Published: January 2021

Salah satu kolaborasi yang memegang peranan penting dalam penanganan COVID-19 adalah antara pemerintah dengan para peneliti dan akademisi. Negara berbasis riset seperti Korea Selatan dan Jerman telah berhasil menunjukkan keunggulannya dalam menekan persebaran dan angka kematian akibat COVID-19. Diantara langkah Korea Selatan dalam menekan COVID-19 adalah mengkombinasikan tes COVID-19 berskala besar, teknologi tracing, hingga transparansi dalam data dan kebijakan terhadap masyarakat. Di benua lainnya, Jerman juga berhasil menekan COVID-19 dengan melakukan tes masif. Kanselir Jerman Angela Merkel, yang memiliki gelar doktor di bidang kimia dan pernah bekerja sebagai peneliti, juga berhasil menyampaikan data yang akurat ke publik secara transparan, jelas, dan rutin.Sebenarnya, Indonesia juga sudah mengatur kebijakan berdasarkan riset dan teknologi UU No.11 tahun 2019 tentang Sistem Ilmu Pengetahuan dan Teknologi. UU ini menyatakan dukungan negara terhadap penyelenggaraan ilmu pengetahuan dan teknologi sebagai landasan ilmiah dalam perumusan dan penetapan kebijakan pembangunan nasional. Akan tetapi, implementasi berbasis data dan penelitian dalam menentukan kebijakan, khususnya dalam kasus COVID-19, belum dapat dijalankan secara maksimal di Indonesia. Salah satu kendala yang nyata terjadi adalah data yang belum terintegrasi dari daerah maupun pusat.Karenanya, bunga rampai “KOLABORASI MULTIDISIPLIN ILMU DALAM MENGHADAPI TANTANGAN DI ERA NEW NORMAL” yang berisi karya tulis ilmiah dari 28 peneliti ini merupakan suatu masukan yang sangat berharga bagi negara, khususnya pemerintah. Buku ini dibagi dalam tujuh bab yang diantaranya membedah kebijakan COVID-19 pada ranah pendidikan dan olahraga. Sebagai contoh, bunga rampai ini membahas kompetensi pendidik, tantangan belajar, serta merdeka belajar dalam masa new normal yang umumnya menuntut untuk dilaksanakan secara daring. Tidak ketinggalan, kumpulan karya tulis ini juga membahas bagaimana COVID-19 berdampak pada keilmuan berbasis riset serta dinamika multidisiplin ilmu. Selain skala nasional, beberapa dari karya tulis ilmiah dalam bunga rampai ini juga menggunakan studi kasus local, yang tentu saja data, analisa, serta kesimpulannya akan sangat bermanfaat bagi pemerintah daerah.
ARTICLE WITHDRAWN
Authors: Lambert Louise
Published: January 2021

ARTICLE WITHDRAWN; ARTICLE WITHDRAWN
Teknologi jaringan masa kini #Part 1
Authors: Aditiya Rixi
Published: January 2021

Kemajuan teknologi jaringan komputer semakin pesat pada saat ini,semua orang dapat menggunakan dengan cara yang sangat mudah. Teknolgi jaringan komputer akan terus di kembangkan serta terus berkreasi dan beriovasi,hal ini dilakukan untuk menemukan teknologi jaringan komputer yang bisa bermanfaat bagi seleruh manusia pada zaman kini.
SIX6 is differentially expressed in the tumors of breast cancer patients treated with trastuzumab.
Authors: Mamoor Shahan
Published: January 2021

Trastuzumab (Herceptin) is a monoclonal antibody targeting the extracellular domain of the human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2) (1) utilized for the treatment of adjuvant and metastatic breast cancer (2) in the United States and worldwide. We mined public microarray data (3, 4) to discover in an unbiased manner the most significant transcriptional changes associated with trastuzumab treatment. We identified the sine oculis family homeobox transcription factor SIX6 as among the genes most differentially expressed in the primary tumors of patients with breast cancer treated with trastuzumab. A single dose of trastuzumab was sufficient to result in differential expression of SIX6 in the primary tumors of patients with breast cancer, suggesting that transcriptional induction of SIX6, a transcription factor with functions in specification of the ventral stalk from the neural retina (5), is a direct result of trastuzumab administration.
The Roles of Foreign Ownership and Growth Opportunity amid the Trade War: Evidence from an Emerging Country
Authors: AISDL
Published: January 2021

In recent years investors tend to divert their investment to emerging economies in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), especially during the U.S.-China trade war. The present study adopts the Weighted Least Square (WLS) and PROCESS macro tool to examine the effects of foreign ownership and growth opportunity on financial performance of Vietnamese listed firms over the period 2011-2018. Our findings show that foreign ownership plays as moderator variable in the relationship between short-term and long-term performance of firms. Empirical results also reveal that mediating effects of growth opportunity on short-term and long-term performance are different before and after the trade war. These findings have important implications for investors and managers in the ASEAN countries.
Chapter 2-International investment and trade theories in the challenges of globalization
Authors: Tung Dao Duy
Published: January 2021

Lecture notes, quizzes, a summary content of the book International business: The challenges of globalization
ANTOLOGI Adaptasi Kebiasaan Baru Masyarakat Indonesia pada Era Pandemi Pandemi Covid-19: Tinjauan dari Berbagai Disiplin Ilmu
Authors: Wijayanto Adi
Published: January 2021

Proses pendidikan yang sudah terbiasa dilakukan di sekolah dan perguruan tinggi harus mampu juga diwujudkan ketika harus belajar dari rumah. Kondisi ini tentu menjadi tantangan bagi profesi bidang pendidikan. Buku ini hadir tentunya untuk menjadi salah satu referensi bagaimana seharusnya para profesi bidang pendidikan menjalankan profesinya. Prediksi berbagai pihak bahwa belajar di rumah secara digital (online) diperkirakan relatif tidak dapat mewujudkan hasil belajar yang optimal, seperti diketahui bahwa hasil belajar di sekolah secara umum diukur melalui tiga domain yaitu kognitif (pengetahuan), psikomotor (keterampilan atau penguasaan gerak atau keahlian) dan afektif (perubahan sikap atau perilaku atau kharakter). Domain kognitif, afektif dan psikomotor diyakini masih dapat diwujudkan melalui online meskipun relatif kurang optimal hasil belajarnya.
Say Quê
Authors: Khuc Quy Van
Published: January 2021

Tu, Lang, Say, Nho,
Evaluasi Produk dan Pelayanan di Mc Donald’s Menggunakan Service Quality
Authors: Howard
Published: January 2021

Mc Donald’s merupakan salah satu restoran fast food yang sangat diminati konsumen di berbagai daerah. Restoran ini menyajikan berbagai macam makanan siap saji yang menawarkan berbagai aspek – aspek lainnya seperti pelayanan jasa, harga, dan lain sebagainya. Hal ini diharapkan dapat memuaskan bagi para konsumen. Tujuan diadakan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui karakteristik konsumen yang sering atau pernah menggunakan pelayanan di Mc Donald’s, mengetahui kepuasan konsumen terhadap produk yang diberikan oleh restoran Mc Donald’s ini, dan memperoleh hasil ekspetasi dari pelanggan terhadap layanan yang ditawarkan oleh restoran Mc Donald’s. Survey ini digunakan untuk mengevaluasi harapan pelanggan terhadap layanan yang ditawarkan oleh restoran Mc Donald’s yang terdiri dari pengukuran kinerja harapan terhadap kualitas layanan. Metodelogy yang kami gunakan adalah Accidental Sampling yang dimana pengambilan sampelnya dengan membagikan kuisioner kepada konsumen yang dijumpai atau secara kebetulan sedang membeli. Dengan adanya penelitian ini diharapkan dapat memberikan manfaat yaitu dengan diketahuinya karakteristik konsumen dan kepuasan konsumen dapat menjadi masukan yang bermanfaat bagi Mc Donald’s agar mampu memperbaiki kualitas pelayanan yang kurang terhadap konsumen, dan mampu menghadapi persaingan antar restoran cepat saji yang lainnya.