bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A Tétényi-fennsík országos jelentőségű természetvédelmi terület egyenesszárnyú (Orthoptera)-faunája
Authors: Schneider Zoltán , Szövényi Gergely
Published: April 2023

Az egyenesszárnyúak (Orthoptera) a gyepi közösségekben kiemelten fontos szereppel bírnak, gyakran az egyik legnagyobb tömegességben jelenlévő ízeltlábú-taxon. A Tétényi-fennsík országosan védett természetvédelmi területről a 2014–2019 közötti vizsgálati időszakban 37 faj egyedeit észleltük. A területről négy védett faj, a fűrészlábú szöcske – Saga pedo, a szerecsensáska – Celes variabilis, a sisakos sáska – Acrida ungarica és a tőrös szöcske – Gampsocleis glabra, valamint egy fokozottan védett faj, a magyar tarsza – Isophya costata került elő. A leggyakoribb fajok a halk tarlósáska – Chorthippus mollis, a rövidszárnyú rétisáska – Stenobothrus crassipes, az olaszsáska – Calliptamus italicus, a kis hegyisáska – Pezotettix giornae és a pirregőtücsök – Oecanthus pellucens voltak. A terület a fővárosi agglomeráció egyik utolsó nagy kiterjedésben megmaradt gyepterülete, amely természetvédelmi szempontból is kiemelkedő egyenesszárnyú-együttessel rendelkezik.
O desenho como suporte para os artistas viajantes no Brasil Imperial
Authors:   Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Alves Cláudio José
Published: April 2023

A pintura de paisagem natural realizada pelo pintor ou pelo naturalista viajante no século XIX, antes do advento da fotografia, teve no desenho o suporte essencial para sua concepção e execução. Para compreendermos como o artista apropriou-se das linhas para dar forma plástica àquilo que se lhe apresentava diante de seus olhos, partimos do processo de produção de estampas concebidas a partir das técnicas de impressão de gravuras realizadas através xilogravura, da gravação em placas de cobre e da litografia. Neste trabalho procuramos estabelecer uma relação entre o caminho que parte do desenho até a gravura e impressão. Inicialmente, fomos remetidos às primeiras realizações de pintores como Dürer e Rembrandt até pensarmos como no Brasil o desenho e as técnicas de gravação acompanharam os artistas e os naturalistas viajantes. Destacamos o pintor José dos Reis Carvalho que fora aluno de Jean Baptiste Debret na Academia Imperial de Belas Artes e, em 1859, seguiu com a Comissão Científica de Exploração ao Ceará acompanhado do botânico Francisco Freire Alemão.
Maria Martins: uma brasileira além dos trópicos
Authors:   Universidade de São Paulo, Farina Maria Silvia Eisele
Published: April 2023

Maria de Lourdes Faria Alves (1894-1973), nasceu em Campanha, Minas Gerais. Em 1915, casa-se pela primeira vez com Otavio Tarquínio de Souza (1889-1958),Seu segundo casamento foi em 1926, com Carlos Martins Pereira e Souza, diplomata brasileiro. Em 1934, Carlos Martins foi nomeado embaixador brasileiro no Japão,a família muda-se para Tókio.
Comunicação: “caminhando com Francisco de Holanda”
Authors:   Universidade de São Paulo, Zanatta Maria Luiza
Published: April 2023

Nos últimos 20 anos muitas pesquisas vêm sendo realizadas com o objetivo de promover um maior desenvolvimento da História da Arte e da Arqueologia no Brasil, relacionando-as com a produção internacional da área. A Unicamp tem realizado anualmente encontros no Instituto de Filosofia e Ciências Humanas onde são propostos debates de temas relevantes alcançando um público amplo e interessado.
Desenho, projeto e intenções em arquitetura: consideração sobre projetos não-construídos
Authors:   Universidade de São Paulo, Tagliari Ana , Florio Wilson ,   Universidade Estadual de Campinas
Published: April 2023

O objetivo deste ensaio é refletir sobre projetos não construídos, sua importância dentro da pesquisa em arquitetura, que envolve projeto, desenho, representação e principalmente, intenções e idéias. Muitos projetos de importância na arquitetura nunca foram construídos. No entanto fizeram parte da história da arquitetura e da formação de gerações de arquitetos. O presente texto faz parte da pesquisa de Doutorado que está sendo desenvolvida desde 2009 na FAUUSP com apoio do CNPq, que analisa projetos residenciais não construídos de Vilanova Artigas no Estado de São Paulo, entre os anos de 1941 e 1981. Como método de análise, utilizamos desenhos e maquetes para o estudo dos projetos.
Uso de Aplicativos Móveis Desenvolvidos por Universidades Federais Como Suporte à Gestão Acadêmica
Authors: Dantas Renan Felipe Brito , Galhardo Cristiane Xavier , Diniz Michely Correia
Published: May 2023

A evolução tecnológica influencia praticamente todas as áreas da sociedade, em paralelo houve o avanço dos aparelhos celulares através dos smartphones. Além disso, o uso de aplicativos, ou Apps, tem facilitado vários processos para seus usuários. Diversas instituições se dedicam na criação de aplicativos, entre elas empresas, órgãos governamentais e universidades. O presente trabalho teve por objetivo trazer o cenário de aplicativos móveis desenvolvidos por Universidades Federais do Brasil. Para isso, foi realizado o levantamento dessas instituições no país e identificados os apps desenvolvidos por elas. Os dados foram obtidos a partir das buscas nas bases de dados Google Play Store e do Instituto Nacional de Propriedade Industrial – INPI. Os resultados foram organizados de acordo com a ordenação de aplicativos por unidade federativa e divisão em grupos, para analisar suas funções e identificar possibilidades de inovação. Foram identificados 200 apps no total, apenas 13 (6,5%) possuem registro no INPI. É notável a menor concentração (7,5%) de apps publicados por Universidades da região Norte, enquanto na região Sudeste consta uma maior proporção (28%), já a região Nordeste é responsável por 21%. Dentre os Apps encontrados, aqueles que mostram informações acadêmicas e administrativas das universidades são os mais populares entre os usuários, contudo ainda é baixa a proteção do direito autoral por meio de registro no INPI, como ativos de propriedade intelectual. A área é ainda pouco explorada em pesquisas, considerando a baixa quantidade de trabalhos sobre o tema.
The comparison of maternal stress level during pregnancy between two groups of pregnancy outcomes in the COVID-19 pandemic
Authors: Fatin Farisya Nurliana , Hardianto Gatut , Izzati Dwi
Published: April 2023

HIGHLIGHTS

Maternal stress level during pregnancy in the COVID-19 pandemic had normal category.
There was no difference of maternal stress level during pregnancy between good and adverse pregnancy outcomes in the COVID-19 pandemic.
Other factors can influence maternal stress level during pregnancy in the COVID-19 pandemic.

 
ABSTRACT
Objective: This study analyzed the comparison of maternal stress levels during pregnancy between two groups of pregnancy outcomes in the COVID-19 pandemic at Koja Regional General Hospital, North Jakarta, Indonesia.
Materials and Methods: A hospital-based analytic observational study conducted with a case-control approach, involving mothers giving birth in March-August 2022, aged 20–35, without disease histories such as hypertension, anemia, gestational diabetes mellitus, and tuberculosis. Two groups in this study had matched inclusion criteria, consisting of 24 respondents with adverse pregnancy outcomes in the case group and 34 respondents with good pregnancy outcomes in the control group. The sampling method used total population technique. Data were obtained from medical record and modification of Depression Anxiety Stress Scale (DASS42) questionnaire. Analysis of confounding variables used different tests and bivariate analysis using the Mann-Whitney test.
Results: Respondent characteristics had no difference (p >0.05). Respondent distribution with normal levels in the control group (70.6%) was higher than in the case group (45.8%). The result of Mann-Whitney test was no different in maternal stress levels during pregnancy between the case and control groups with pregnancy outcomes in COVID-19 pandemic (p=0.102).
Conclusion: Most maternal stress levels during pregnancy were in the normal category. There was no difference in maternal stress level during pregnancy between both groups in COVID-19 pandemic at Koja Regional General Hospital, North Jakarta, Indonesia.
Abnormal Uterine Bleeding (AUB) at Haji Adam Malik General Hospital, Medan, North Sumatera, Indonesia
Authors: Nainggolan Putri Ardina Sari , Rusda Muhammad , Faradina Dwi , Lubis Aridamuriany Dwiputri
Published: April 2023

HIGHLIGHTS

Leiomyoma is still the most common case in women aged 41–50 years.
Women who have an obese BMI are the main risk factor for abnormal uterine bleeding, so it is urged for women to maintain an ideal weight because it can be bad for health.

 
ABSTRACT
Objective: This study identified the incidence of Abnormal Uterine Bleeding (AUB) at Haji Adam Malik General Hospital, Medan, Indonesia, in 2020-2021.
Materials and Methods: This was a descriptive study with a cross-sectional design. Sampling was taken using total sampling and using retrospective data in the form of medical records with a diagnosis of AUB at Haji Adam Malik General Hospital Medan in 2020–2021.
Results: There were 197 cases of AUB, with the highest distribution in the age group of 41–50 years with 84 people (42.6%). The most cases of AUB with an obese BMI were 91 people (46.2%), married status as many as 176 people (89.3%), had the last education level of senior high school as many as 99 people (50.3%), 144 people (73.1%) got their first menstruation when they were >12 years old, 80 people (40.6%) had multiparity, 90 people (45.7%) received medical therapy. Based on the PALM-COEIN classification, the most AUB cases were AUB-L with 99 people (50.3%). Based on the classification of AUB-L locations, most locations were submucosa with 38.6%.
Conclusion: AUB-L cases were still the most common cases at Haji Adam Malik General Hospital, Medan, Indonesia, in 2020–2021.
Nonlinear Control of Tether Retrieval in an Elliptical Orbit
Authors:   Samara National Research University, Ledkov A. S. ,   Samara National Research University, Pikalov R. S.
Published: April 2023

Tether retrieval is an important stage in many projects using space tether systems. It is known that uniform retrieval is an unstable process that leads to the winding of the tether on a satellite at the final stage of retraction. This is a serious obstacle to the practical application of space tethers in the tasks of climbing payloads to a satellite and docking the spacecraft with a tethered satellite after its capture. The paper investigates the plane motion of a space tether system with a massless tether of variable length in an elliptical orbit. A new control law that ensures the retrieval of the tether without increasing the amplitude of oscillations at the final stage is proposed. The asymptotic stability of the space tether system’s controlled motion in an elliptical orbit is proved. A numerical analysis of tether retrieval is carried out. The influence of the eccentricity of the orbit on the retrieval process is investigated. The results of the work can be useful in preparing missions of the active space debris removal and in performing operations involving tether retrieval.
On a Classification of Chaotic Laminations which are Nontrivial Basic Sets of Axiom A Flows
Authors:   National Research University Higher School of Economics, Medvedev V. S. ,   National Research University Higher School of Economics, Zhuzhoma E. V.
Published: April 2023

We prove that, given any $n\geqslant 3$ and $2\leqslant q\leqslant n-1$, there is a closed $n$-manifold $M^{n}$ admitting a chaotic lamination of codimension $q$ whose support has the topological dimension ${n-q+1}$. For $n=3$ and $q=2$, such chaotic laminations can be represented as nontrivial 2-dimensional basic sets of axiom A flows on 3-manifolds. We show that there are two types of compactification (called casings) for a basin of a nonmixing 2-dimensional basic set by a finite family of isolated periodic trajectories. It is proved that an axiom A flow on every casing has repeller-attractor dynamics. For the first type of casing, the isolated periodic trajectories form a fibered link. The second type of casing is a locally trivial fiber bundle over a circle. In the latter case, we classify (up to neighborhood equivalence) such nonmixing basic sets on their casings with solvable fundamental groups. To be precise, we reduce the classification of basic sets to the classification (up to neighborhood conjugacy) of surface diffeomorphisms with one-dimensional basic sets obtained previously by V. Grines, R. Plykin and Yu. Zhirov [16, 28, 31].
The Effect of Protein Isolate Substitution in Winged Bean (Psophocapus tetragonolobus L.) Seed towards the Characteristics of Chicken Meat Balls
Authors: Indriani Putri Ni Putu Vida , Wisaniyasa Ni Wayan , Nocianitri Komang Ayu
Published: May 2023

This study is aimed to analyze the effect of protein isolate concentration in winged bean seed on the application of chicken meatball products and to determine the correct and proper protein isolate concentration in winged bean seed to produce the best characteristics of chicken meat balls. This study applied experimental methodwith a completely randomized design (CRD). The treatment in this study was the substitution of chicken meat and winged bean seed isolates with a concentration of 100%:0%; 95%:5%; 90%:10%; 85%:15%; 80%:20 %; and 75%:25%. All treatments were repeated 3 times to obtain 18 experimental units. The data were analyzed by means of variance and if the treatment had a significant effect, the data were further analyzed with the Duncan Multiple Range Test. The result of thisstudyshows that substitution treatment of 95% chicken meat: 5% winged bean seed protein isolate produces the best characteristics of chicken meat balls with 62.66% water content, 1.12% ash content, 12.12% protein content, 0.63% cholesterol content, firmness level of 7.58 N, color (L value of 58.69; a value of -3.04; b value of 20.02), sensory evaluation consisting of a scoring test and hedonic test including preferred color, preferred aroma, preferred chewy texture, and preferred distinctive taste of chicken meat balls.
Design and Performance Evaluation of Community Size Fixed Dome Biogas Plant
Authors: R. Patil Sagar , Kalbande S. R.
Published: May 2023

The disposal of cow dung was a great problem in dairy as the dung raises a lot of problems for human health and ecology system. Fossil fuels are depleting day by day there was need to increase the use of renewable energy sources and for reduce the dependency on fossil fuels for our energy needs. At Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth, Akola, University dairy produces a huge amount of dung everyday which had a problem of disposal of such waste. To handle the waste in an efficient manner large scale modified fixed dome biogas had been constructed. A 50 m3 fixed dome biogas plant had been constructed to produce biogas. An average percentage of Nitrogen, Phosphorus and Potassium were found 1.13, 0.75, 0.55 and 1.33, 0.90, 0.68 in fresh cow dung and digested slurry, respectively. The biogas production from modified Janta biogas plant was found maximum 49.90 m3day-1 on 29th May 2021 at 49.90 oC digester temperature and minimum of 40.00 m3day-1 on 17th December 2021 at 33.10 oC digester temperature. Economic indicators i.e. net present worth, benefit-cost ratio, payback period and internal rate of return of the system was found to be Rs. 2143000.40, 1.87, 2 years, 11 months & 3 days and 40 % respectively.
Screening of Backcross Derived High Yielding Lines of MTU1010 Developed through Marker Assisted Breeding for their Resistance against Bacterial Leaf Blight and Blast Diseases
Authors: M. B. V. N. Kousik E. Punniakotti , G. Harika K. Chaitra , S. K. Mastanbee T. Dilip Kumar , G. Rekha G. Vivek , Pragya Sinha D. Aleena , S. K. Hajira M. Anila , Ravindra Kale Ayyappadass , B. Laxmi Prasanna K. Swapnil , P. Senguttuvel K. Jyothi , Surekha Rani S. M. Balachandran , Srinivas Smita Pawar , R. M. Sundaram Prashant , Fiyaz R. Abdul
Published: May 2023

Bacterial leaf blight and blast diseases are two major threats to rice production and many India rice varieties including the popular mega-rice variety, MTU1010 are highly susceptible to the above mentioned diseases. We used marker assisted backcross breeding to transfer two major genes, viz., Xa21 and Pi54 conferring resistance to bacterial leaf blight and blast diseases, respectively into the genetic background of a Near Isogenic line of MTU1010 possessing the yield enhancing gene, Gn1a. At BC1F6stage, ten best introgressed lines were selected and subjected for phenotypic screening against bacterial leaf blight under field conditions and for blast disease resistance under artificial condition in uniform blast nursery. These lines exhibited good performance with high level of resistance to two biotic stresses viz., bacterial blight and blast.
CONFLICT-FREE COMMUNICATION: COGNITIVE BASIS FOR ITS IMPLEMENTATION
Authors:   Derzhavin Tambov State University, Furs L.A.
Published: May 2023

The article discusses the cognitive basis of conflict-free communication, including the principles of “cognitive filter”, relying on a prototype, changing the focus of attention, information accessibility and associative implications, which serve the basis for information processing and distribution in order to neutralize conflict in communication. It has been established that each cognitive principle correlates with the mechanism underlying the construction of a conflict-free meaning. The principle of “cognitive filter” is activated due to the mechanism of generalization, the principle of relying on the prototype is accompanied by the activation of the mechanism for eliminating opposition, the principle of changing the focus of attention is correlated with the mechanism of substitution of concepts, the mechanism of “cognitive fluency” is involved in the activation of the principle of information accessibility, the principle of associative implications is implemented through mechanisms of conceptual metaphor, metonymy and conceptual comparison. We have tried to prove that these cognitive principles and mechanisms are based on the “shared knowledge” factor, which involves both comprehending the constructed and transmitted information, and predicting the intentions and expectations of communication participants, their emotional state and prospects for completing communication in a conflict-free way. Together, they form a model of the cognitive basis of conflict-free communication. It has also been determined that the speech-cognition activity of a person in the context of conflict-free communication is complexly organized, and its explanation requires knowledge at the intersection of a number of sciences. The prospect of this study is the possibility of applying the developed approach to the analysis of other complex phenomena of the language.
A Quantitative Poisitive Energy District Definition with Contextual Targets
Authors: Schneider Simon , Zelger Thomas , Sengl David , Baptista José
Published: April 2023

This paper presents the goals and components of a quantitative energy balance assessment framework to define PEDs flexibly in three important contexts: the context of the district's density and RES potential, the context of a district's location, induced mobility and the context of the dis-trict's future environment and its decarbonized energy demand or supply. It starts by introducing the practical goals of this definition approach: achievable, yet sufficiently ambitious to be inline with Paris 2050 for most urban and rural Austrian district typologies. It goes on to identify the main design parts of the definition: system boundaries, balancing weights and balance targets and argue how they can be linked to the definition goals in detail. In particular we specify three levels of system boundaries and argue their individual necessity: operation, including everyday mobili-ty, including embodied energy and emissions. It argues that all three pillars of PEDs, energy effi-ciency, onsite renewables and energy flexibility can be assessed with the single metric of a prima-ry energy balance when using carefully designed, time-dependent conversion factors. Finally, it is discussed how balance targets can be interpreted as information and requirements from the sur-rounding energy system, which we identify as a "context factor". Three examples of such context factors, each corresponding to the balance target of one of the previously defined system bounda-ries operation, mobility and embodied emissions are presented: Density (as a context of opera-tion), sectoral energy balances and location (as a context for mobility) and an outlook of a person-al emission budgets (as a context for embodied emissions). Finally, the proposed definition framework is applied to seven distinct district typologies in Austria and discussed in terms of its design goals.
Combined Porous-Monolith TiNi Materials Surface-Modified with Electron Beam for New-Generation Rib Endoprostheses
Authors: Shabalina Anastasiia V. , Anikeev Sergey G. , Kulinich Sergei A. , Artyukhova Nadezhda V. , Vlasov Vitaly A. , Kaftaranova Maria I. , Hodorenko Valentina N. , Yakovlev Evgeny V. , Pesterev Evgeny A. , Lukyanenko Anna V. , Volochaev Mikhail N. , Pakholkina Sofiya A. , Mamazakirov Oibek , Stolyarov Victor V. , Mokshin Anatolii V. , Gunther Viсtor E.
Published: April 2023

TiNi alloys are very widely used materials for implant fabrication. When applied as rib replacement, they are required to be manufactured as combined porous-monolithic structure, ideally with a thin porous part well-adhered to its monolithic substrate. Additionally, good biocompatibility, high corrosion resistance and mechanical durability are also highly demanded. So far, all these parameters were not achieved in one material, which is why active search in the field is still underway. In the present work, we prepared new porous-monolithic TiNi materials by sintering a TiNi powder (0-100 µm) on monolithic TiNi plates followed by surface modification with high-current pulsed electron beam. The obtained materials were evaluated by a set of surface and phase analysis methods, after which their corrosion resistance and biocompatibility (hemolysis, cytotoxicity, and cell viability) were evaluated. Finally, cell growth tests were conducted. In comparison with flat TiNi monolith, the newly-developed materials were found to have better corrosion resistance, also demonstrating good biocompatibility and potential for cell growth on their surface. Thus, the newly-developed porous-on-monolith TiNi materials with different surface porosity and morphology show promise as potential new-generation implants for rib endoprostheses.
The Utility of Mitochondria Detection Methods Applied as an Additional Tool for the Differentiation of Renal Cell Tumours
Authors: Nikolic Gorana , Zivotic Maja , Cirovic Sanja , Despotovic Sanja , Radojevic Skodric Sanja
Published: April 2023

The precise differentiation of renal cell tumours (RCTs) is sometimes hard to achieve using standard imaging and histopathological methods. This study investigated 43 cell renal cell car-cinomas (ccRCC), 15 papillary renal cell carcinomas (pRCC), 20 chromophobe renal cell carcino-mas (chRCC), and 18 renal oncocytomas (RO), stained with anti-mitochondria antibody (Thermo Scientific) by immunohistochemistry and immunofluorescence, and assessed by electron micros-copy, in order to define mitochondria distribution pattern (coarse scanty, moderate granular and diffuse granular). Thus, the majority of males had coarse granular staining in the tumours, while females were almost equally distributed among groups (p=0.005). An average patient age, tumour side and dimension, and tumour stage were similar in all staining pattern groups. However, pathohistological tumour types had significantly different expression patterns, with the lower amount of staining detected in majority of ccRCC, moderate expression in all chRCC, and diffuse expression in all RO, pRCC and two cases of ccRCC (p<0.001) presented with higher nuclear grade (p=0.005). Moreover, with increased distribution of mitochondria, the intensity of staining was higher (p<0.001). Here we present a strategy that utilizes mitochondria detection to differentiate RO from chRCC, as well as to distinguish other frequent RCTs, such as ccRCC and pRCC.
Personal, Interpersonal, and Sociocultural Factors of Condom Use in Rural Indigenous Nahuas Adolescents in Mexico
Authors: Benavides-Torres Raquel Alicia , Meneses-Tirado María de los Ángeles , Ramírez-Calderón Alan Josué , Onofre-Rodríguez Dora Julia , Champion Jane Dimmitt
Published: April 2023

The goal was to determine the personal, interpersonal, and sociocultural predictors of condom use among rural indigenous adolescents. Predictor variables were selected from Bandura's Social Cognitive Theory and Leininger's Transcultural Theory. The sample consisted of 419 Nahuas adolescents randomly selected from the total number of neighborhood blocks in a rural community in Puebla, Mexico. The instruments had acceptable psychometric characteristics (Cronbach alpha and validity scores). Multiple linear regression models were used. Results: 56.8% of participants were female, and 50.40 % were students. The mean age was M = 17.5 (SD = 0.97), and the majority (63%) identified as Catholic. Age at menarche/first ejaculation (β = -1.2, p = .038), attitude toward condom use (β = .13, p < .001), ethnic identity (β = .21, p < .001), and ability to negotiate condom use (β = .13, p < .003), predicted (R2 = 22.3) condom use. This study provides a basis for the integration of the cultural values of indigenous adolescents within interventions for sexual health promotion.
The Influence of Corporate Social Responsibility on the Brand Image: The Moderating Role of Consumers' Consciousness in the Jordanian Apparel Industry
Authors: Sharabati Abdel-Aziz Ahmad , Al-Haddad Shafig , Abu Naba Razan , Hijazat Diana , Alalwan Ali Abdallah
Published: April 2023

The purpose of this paper is to explore the effect of corporate social responsibility (CSR) on brand image in the apparel industry in Jordan, using the moderating variable of customer consciousness. The current research uses a quantitative, descriptive, cause-effect, and cross-sectional approach, and also it uses a convenience sampling method. Data was collected from 440 respondents. Results indicate that Jordanian Apparel organizations have medium to highly implementing of all items and constructs of CSR, brand image items, and consciousness items. Moreover, there is a strong relationship between CSR dimensions, a medium relationship be-tween each CSR dimension and brand image, a medium relationship between each CSR dimension and consciousness, a medium relationship between total CSR and brand image, a medium relationship between total CSR and consciousness, and the medium relationship between brand image and consciousness. Results of the first model show that total CSR affects the brand image. Where social responsibility has the highest positive effect, followed by ethical responsibility, then economic responsibility, however, environmental responsibility negatively affects the brand image. The second model shows consciousness moderates the effect of CSR on the brand image. The study recommends longitudinal research on the Jordanian Apparel industry, especially to test the effect of environmental responsibility on the brand image. Moreover, the re-search uses customers’ consciousness as a moderating variable, which improves the effect of CSR on brand image. The Apparel industry organizations in Jordan should revise their daily practices particularly environmental responsibility and/or increase their customers’ awareness of their practices. Finally, the current research contributes to existing studies by using consciousness as a moderating variable.
Ordinary Muon Capture on 136Ba: Comparative Study Using the Shell Model and pnQRPA
Authors: Gimeno Patricia , Jokiniemi Lotta , Kotila Jenni , Ramalho Marlom , Suhonen Jouni
Published: April 2023

In this work, we present a study of ordinary muon capture (OMC) on 136Ba, the daughter nucleus of the 136Xe double beta decay (DBD). OMC rates to low-lying nuclear states (below 1 MeV of excitation energy) in 136Cs are assessed by using both the interacting shell model (ISM) and the proton-neutron quasiparticle random-phase approximation (pnQRPA). We also add the chiral two-body (2BC) meson-exchange currents and use an exact Dirac wave function for the captured s-orbital muon. OMC can be viewed as a complementary probe of the wave functions in 136Cs, the intermediate nucleus of the 136Xe DBD. At the same time OMC can be considered as a powerful probe of the effective values of the weak axial-type couplings in a 100-MeV momentum-exchange region relevant for the neutrinoless DBD. The present work represents the first attempt to compare the ISM and pnQRPA results for the OMC on a heavy nucleus by including also the exact muon wave function and the 2BC. Sensitivity estimates of the present and future neutrinoless DBD experiments will clearly benefit from the future OMC measurements through the OMC calculations similar to the present one.
Conjunctive Analyses of BSA-Seq and BSR-Seq to Identify Candidate Genes Controlling the Black Lemma and Pericarp Trait in Barley
Authors: Liu Yajie , Chen Pengzheng , Li Wenshuo , Liu Xinchun , Yu Guowu , Zhao Hui , Zeng Shuhua , Li Mao , Sun Genlou , Feng Zongyun
Published: April 2023

Black barley seeds are a health-beneficial diet resource because of their special chemical composition and antioxidant properties. The black lemma and pericarp (BLP) locus was mapped in a genetic interval of 0.807 Mb on chromosome 1H, but its genetic basis remains unknown. In this study, targeted metabolomics and conjunctive analyses of BSA-seq and BSR-seq were used to identify candidate genes of BLP and the precursors of black pigments. The results revealed that five differentially expressed genes identified on the 1H chromosome were candidate genes of the BLP locus, and 17 differential metabolites, including the precursor and repeating unit of allomelanin, were accumulated in the grain-filling stage of black barley. Phenol nitrogen-free precursors such as catechol (protocatechuic aldehyde) or catecholic acids (caffeic, protocatechuic, and gallic acids) may promote black pigmentation. BLP can manipulate the accumulation of benzoic acid derivatives (salicylic acid, 2,4-dihydroxybenzoic acid, gallic acid, gentisic acid, protocatechuic acid, syringic acid, vanillic acid, protocatechuic aldehyde, and syringaldehyde) through the shikimate/chorismite pathway other than the phenylalanine pathway and alter the metabolism of the phenylpropanoid-monolignol branch. Collectively, it is reasonable to infer that black pigmentation in barley is due to allomelanin biosynthesis in lemma and pericarp, and BLP regulates melanogenesis by manipulating the biosynthesis of its precursors.
Emotional Intelligence and Use of Social Networks in Adolescents
Authors: Incardona Roberta Maria , Bonichini Sabrina , Tremolada Marta
Published: April 2023

Social networks have become an ubiquitous aspect of adolescents' life, providing new ways to connect and communicate with peers. However, little is known about the impact of social net-works on adolescents' emotional intelligence (EI), a crucial skill for social and identity development. The aim of the present study is to explore the time spent and reasons for using social net-works and their relationship with emotional intelligence in adolescents and young adults (15-19 years). After signing informed consent, participants completed a battery of questionnaires offered via secure online form. The results showed that teenagers spend more than 3 h/day on Whatsapp, more than 2 h/day on Instagram and less on Facebook (26m per day); girls prefer to use Whatsapp and Instagram, boys opt for Facebook. Most participants use social media when bored and/or to communicate with friends. Moreover, time spent on social media has a relationship with stress management with some aspects of EI (assertiveness, self-actualization, optimism, etc.). EI and social desirability have a significant relationship, especially in the sphere of adaptability. Based on the results obtained, future perspectives and training are suggested with the aim of adapting to the constant changes in the new technological reality.
Diagnostic and Prognostic Roles of Procalcitonin and Other Markers in Pneumonia: A Literature Update
Authors: OZBAY Sedat , AYAN Mustafa , Karcioglu Ozgur
Published: April 2023

Community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) is among the most common causes of death and one of the leading healthcare concerns worldwide. It can evolve into sepsis and septic shock, which have a high mortality rate, especially in critical patients and comorbidities. The definitions of sepsis were revised in the last decade as “life-threatening organ dysfunction caused by a dysregulated host response to infection”.
Procalcitonin (PCT), C-reactive protein (CRP), and complete blood count including white blood cells are among the most commonly analyzed sepsis-specific biomarkers also used in pneumonia in a broad range of studies. It appears to be a reliable diagnostic tool to expedite care of these patients with severe infections in the acute setting. PCT was found superior to most other acute phase reactants and indicators, including CRP as a predictor of pneumonia, bacteremia, sepsis and poor outcome. In addition, PCT use is beneficial to judge timing for cessation of antibiotic treatment in most severe infectious states. The clinicians should be aware of strengts and weaknesses of known and potential biomarkers in expedient recognition and management of severe infections. This manuscript is intended to present an overview of the definitions, complications and outcomes of CAP and sepsis, with special regard to PCT and other important markers.
Improved Algorithms of Data Processing for Dispersive Interferometry using Optical Frequency Comb
Authors: Liu Tao , Wu Jiucheng , Suzuki Amane , Sato Ryo , Matsukuma Hiraku , Gao Wei
Published: April 2023

Two algorithms of data processing are proposed to shorten the unmeasurable dead-zone close to the zero-position of measurement, i.e., the minimum working distance of a dispersive interferometer using optical frequency comb, which is a critical issue in millimeter-order short-range absolute distance measurement. After demonstrating the limitation of the conventional data processing algorithm, the principles of the proposed algorithms, namely the spectral fringe algorithm, and the combined algorithm that combines the spectral fringe algorithm with the excess fraction method, are presented, together with simulation results for demonstrating the possibility of the proposed algorithms for shortening the dead-zone with a high accuracy. An experimental setup of dispersive interferometer is also constructed for implementing the proposed data processing algorithms over spectral interference signals. Experimental results demonstrate that the dead-zone by the proposed algorithms can be as small as half of that by the conventional algorithm while the measurement accuracy can be further improved with the combined algorithm.
The Potential of Visual ChatGPT For Remote Sensing
Authors: Osco Lucas Prado , Lemos Eduardo Lopes de , Gonçalves Wesley Nunes , Ramos Ana Paula Marques , Junior José Marcato
Published: April 2023

Recent advancements in Natural Language Processing (NLP), particularly in Large Language Models (LLMs), associated with deep learning-based computer vision techniques, have shown substantial potential for automating a variety of tasks. One notable model is Visual ChatGPT, which combines ChatGPT’s LLM capabilities with visual computation to enable effective image analysis. The model’s ability to process images based on textual inputs can revolutionize diverse fields. However, its application in the remote sensing domain remains unexplored. This is the first paper to examine the potential of Visual ChatGPT, a cutting-edge LLM founded on the GPT architecture, to tackle the aspects of image processing related to the remote sensing domain. Among its current capabilities, Visual ChatGPT can generate textual descriptions of images, perform canny edge and straight line detection, and conduct image segmentation. These offer valuable insights into image content and facilitate the interpretation and extraction of information. By exploring the applicability of these techniques within publicly available datasets of satellite images, we demonstrate the current model’s limitations in dealing with remote sensing images, highlighting its challenges and future prospects. Although still in early development, we believe that the combination of LLMs and visual models holds a significant potential to transform remote sensing image processing, creating accessible and practical application opportunities in the field.
Influence of Corrosive Environment on Fatigue and Mechanical Properties of Al Cast Alloy with Higher Fe Content
Authors: Kuchariková Lenka , Pastierovičová Lucia , Tillová Eva , Uhríčik Milan , Zatkalíková Viera , Šajgalík Michal
Published: April 2023

Al has very good corrosion resistance and corrosion properties. The corrosion resistance of Al cast alloys is different because these alloys contain a lot of elements. Especially in secondary alloys which contain more impurity elements from which Fe is the most common. This study deals with secondary AlSi7Mg0.3 cast alloys which contain more Fe and are affected by a chloride corrosion environment. This environment was selected based on the application of castings in the automo-tive industry. The main object was to research the effect of such an environment on basic me-chanical properties and fatigue properties. The results show that a higher Fe content does not lead to a significant reduction in the properties of the casting and the chloride environment is not so harmful. Therefore, can be stated that the investigated secondary sand-cast experimental materials can replace the primary alloys without losing the required corrosion and mechanical properties.
Synthetic Routes to Approved Drugs Containing a Spirocycle
Authors: Moshnenko Nazar , Kazantsev Alexander , Chupakhin Evgeny , Bakulina Olga , Dar'in Dmitry
Published: April 2023

The use of spirocycles in drug discovery and medicinal chemistry has been booming in the last two decades. This has clearly translated in the landscape of approved drugs. Among two dozen clinically used medicines containing a spirocycle, 50% have been approved in the 21st century. The present review focuses on the notable synthetic routes to such drugs invented in industry and academia and is intended to serve as a useful reference source of synthetic as well as general drug information for researchers engaging in the design of new spirocyclic scaffolds for medicinal use or embarking upon analog syntheses inspired by the existing approved drugs.
A Study on Generating Webtoons using Multilingual Text-to-Image Models
Authors: Yu Kyungho , Ju Hyungho , Kim Jeongin , Chun Chanjun , Kim Pankoo
Published: April 2023

Recent advances in deep learning technology have led to increased interest in text-to-image technology, which enables computers to create images from text by simulating the human process of forming mental images. The GAN-based text-to-image technology involves the extraction of features from input text, which are combined with noise and then used as input to a GAN that generates images that are similar to the original images through competition between the generator and discriminator. Although generating images from English text is a mature area of research, text-to-image technology based on multilingualism, such as Korean, is still in its early stages of development. Webtoon is a digital comic format that allows comics to be viewed online. The creation process for webtoons is divided into story planning, content/sketching, coloring, and background drawing. Since each stage of webtoon production requires human intervention, it is both time-consuming and expensive. As a result, deep learning technologies such as automatic coloring and automatic line drawing are being used to reduce human involvement. However, there is a shortage of technology that can assist authors with story creation in webtoon production. Therefore, this study proposes a multilingual text-to-image model capable of generating webtoon images when presented with multilingual input text. The proposed model employs Multilingual BERT to extract feature vectors for multiple languages, and trains a DCGAN in conjunction with the images. The experimental results demonstrate that the model can generate images that are similar to the original images when presented with multilingual input text after training.
Ultrafast Energy Transfer Dynamics in a Cyanobacterial Light-Harvesting Phycobilisome
Authors: Xiao Chao , Guo Na , Liang Zidong , Huang Zhencheng , Li Wenjun , Xie Mingyuan , Zhao Fuli
Published: April 2023

The phycobilisomes (PBS) of cyanobacteria and red algae are the primary light-harvesting an-tennas, absorbing solar energy and transporting it to photosynthetic reaction centres with ex-traordinary efficiency and rate. The mechanism of energy transfer in PBS should be investigated in conjunction with biological structural information, as the functions of proteins result from structures. Here, we report the energy transfer study in PBS from a thermophilic cyanobacte-rium Thermosynechococcus vulcanus NIES 2134 (T. 2134), with the Cryo-EM model resolved at near-atomic-resolution recently. The time-resolved fluorescence spectroscopy of PBS with the sub-picosecond resolution was discovered at 77K. Deconvolution of the fluorescence decay curve was then used to reveal the energy transfer channels and the associated transfer rates. Expert for the fluorescence lifetimes of terminal emitters, four time-components, i.e., 9 ps, 13 ps, 23 ps, and 55 ps, were recognised in the energy transfer in PBS. The energy transfer dynamics in PBS were further analysed by combining the cryo-EM structure and the spectral property. The findings aid our understanding of the energy transfer mechanisms in PBS.
Effects of Prolonged Fasting During Inpatient Multimodal Treatment on Pain and Functional Parameters in Knee and Hip Osteoarthritis: A Prospective Exploratory Observational Study
Authors: Koppold Daniela Artemis , Kandil Farid I. , Güttler Oliver , Müller Anna , Steckhan Nico , Meiß Sara , Breinlinger Carolin , Nelle Esther , Hartmann Anika M. , Jeitler Michael , Hanslian Etienne , Fischer Jan Moritz , Michalsen Andreas , Kessler Christian S.
Published: April 2023

Preliminary clinical data suggest pain reduction through fasting in different diagnoses. This uncontrolled observational clinical study examined the effects of prolonged modified fasting on pain and functional parameters in hip and knee osteoarthritis. Patients admitted to the inpatient department of Internal Medicine and Nature-based Therapies of the Immanuel Hospital Berlin between February 2018 and March 2020, answered questionnaires at the beginning and end of inpatient treatment, as well as 3, 6 and 12 months after discharge. Additionally, selected blood and anthropometric parameters were routinely assessed during the inpatient stay. Fasting was performed as part of a multimodal integrative treatment program, with daily caloric intake of <600 kcal for 7.7 ± 1.7 days. N=125 consecutive patients were included.

Results revealed an amelioration of overall symptomatology (WOMAC Index score: -14.8±13.31; p<0.001; d=0.78), and pain alleviation (NRS Pain: -2.7±1.98, p<0.001, d=1.48). Pain medication was reduced, stopped, or replaced by herbal remedies in 36% of patients. Improvements were also observed in secondary outcome parameters, including increased quality of life (WHO-5: +4.5±4.94, p<0.001, d=0.94), reduced anxiety (HADS-A: -2.1±2.91, p<0001, d=0.55) and depression (HADS-D: -2.3±3.01, p<0.001, d=0.65), decreases in body weight (-3.6 kg ± 1.65, p< 0.001, d=0.21), and blood pressure (systolic: -6.2±15.93, p<0.001, d= 0.43; diastolic: -3.7±10.55, p<0.001, d=0.43). Results suggest that patients with osteoarthritis of the lower extremities may profit from a prolonged fast embedded in a multimodal integrative treatment regarding quality of life, pain, and disease-specific functional parameters. Confirmatory RCTs are warranted to further investigate these hypotheses.
Strain Rate-dependent Mechanical Response of Hydrate-bearing Sediments under Plane Strain Condition
Authors: Wu Qi , Zhao Yingjie , Yoshimoto Norimasa , Guan Jinan , Nakata Yukio , Kajiyama Shintaro , Hyodo Masayuki
Published: April 2023

Natural gas hydrate has gained significant attention in recent years. To safely and sustainably exploit the natural gas from gas hydrate-bearing sediments, it is crucial to understand the long-term mechanical characteristics of the hydrate reservoir. In this study, the influence of hydrate and fine particles on the strain rate dependence of hydrate-bearing sediments under plane strain conditions has been studied. The experimental results show that the strain rate dependency of the mechanical properties of hydrate-bearing sediments is positively correlated with hydrate saturation instead of the morphology of hydrate in sediments. The residual strength of hydrate-bearing sediments is primarily controlled by the hydrate saturation and is independent of the strain rate. Changes in hydrate saturation, and fines content, can affect the relationship between the strain rate and shear band angle. Finally, the local volumetric expansion effect of hydrate-bearing sediments without fines content is more significant and shows a strong strain rate dependence characteristic. Overall, this study provides valuable insights into the long-term mechanical characteristics of hydrate reservoirs. These insights can contribute to the development of a constitutive model of hydrate-bearing sediments with time-dependence in the future, and which is meaningful to the exploitation of natural gas hydrate.
First Retrievals of Surface and Atmospheric Properties Using EnMAP Measurements over Antarctica
Authors: Kokhanovsky Alexander , Brell Maximillian , Segl Karl , Bianchini Giovanni , Lanconelli Christian , Lupi Angelo , Petkov Boyan , Picard Ghislain , Arnaud Laurent , Stone Robert , Chabrillat Sabine
Published: April 2023

The paper presents the first retrievals of clean snow properties using spaceborne hyperspectral The Environmental Mapping and Analysis Program (EnMAP) observations. The location close to the Dome C in Antarctica has been selected. At this location the atmospheric effects except molecular light scattering and absorption are weak and the simplified atmospheric correction scheme can be applied. The ice grain size, snow specific surface area and snow spectral and broadband albedos have been retrieved using single view EnMAP measurements. In addition, we propose the technique to retrieve trace gas concentrations (e.g., water vapor, ozone) from EnMAP observations over the snow surfaces. Close correspondence of satellite and ground measured parameters has been found.
Big Tobacco, Cigarettes, and the Foundation of Duke University
Authors: Heston Thomas
Published: April 2023

Duke University was founded in 1930 primarily due to funds generated from James B. Duke’s tobacco business. Duke achieved great financial wealth primarily due to the early application of machine rolled cigarettes, as opposed to hand rolled. This early adoption of technology allowed Duke Tobacco to out-produce other companies still selling hand rolled cigarettes. By making smoking more inexpensive and easier than pipe smoking, the cigarette formed the foundation for nicotine addiction in the 1900s, generating huge profits for the tobacco industry. At the time Duke University was founded, little was known about the connection between nicotine, cigarettes, and respiratory diseases such as emphysema and lung cancer. Through James Duke’s philanthropy, the devastating harm from cigarettes has been mitigated in part through the founding of one of the world’s most prominent medical centers and research universities.