bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
High Hydrostatic Pressure Treatment of Oysters (Crassostrea gigas)—Impact on Physicochemical Properties, Texture Parameters, and Volatile Flavor Compounds
Authors: Ma Yuyang , Wang Runfang , Zhang Tietao , Xu Yunsheng , Jiang Suisui , Zhao Yuanhui
Published: September 2021

High hydrostatic pressure (HHP) treatment is a non-thermal processing technology, which is widely used in the food processing field at present. In this study, the effects of HHP treatment (100~500 MPa for 5 min) on the physicochemical properties, texture parameters, and volatile flavor compounds of oysters were investigated. The results showed that HHP treatment increased the water content while reducing the crude protein and ash content of the oyster. Texture parameters showed that HHP treatment improved the hardness, springiness, chewiness, and cohesiveness of oysters, compared with the control group. In addition, the saturated fatty acid (SFA) content was slightly increased after HHP treatment, while the difference in monounsaturated fatty acid (MUFA) and polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA) content was not significant. Furthermore, HHP increased hexenoic aldehyde, 2,4-heptadienal, 1-octene-3-ol, and 2-octen-1-ol and decreased the contents of 3. 6-nadien-1-ol, 3-octanone, and 2-undecanone, suggesting that HHP might inhibit the fishiness of oyster and showed a positive effect on its flavor. Based on the above results, HHP improved the edible qualities such as texture properties and volatile flavor of oysters. This meets the requirements of consumers on the edible quality of seafood and provides new ideas for the development of seafood.
The Enhancing Immune Response and Anti-Inflammatory Effects of Caulerpa lentillifera Extract in RAW 264.7 Cells
Authors: Yoojam Sittikorn , Ontawong Atcharaporn , Lailerd Narissara , Mengamphan Kriangsak , Amornlerdpison Doungporn
Published: September 2021

Background: Caulerpa lentillifera (CL) is a green seaweed, and its edible part represents added value as a functional ingredient. CL was dried and extracted for the determination of its active compounds and the evaluation of its biological activities. The major constituents of CL extract (CLE), including tannic acid, catechin, rutin, and isoquercetin, exhibited beneficial effects, such as antioxidant activity, anti-diabetic activity, immunomodulatory effects, and anti-cancer activities in in vitro and in vivo models. Whether CLE has an anti-inflammatory effect and immune response remains unclear. Methods: This study examined the effect of CLE on the inflammatory status and immune response of lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-stimulated RAW 264.7 cells and the mechanisms involved therein. RAW264.7 cells were treated with different concentrations of CLE (0.1–1000 µg/mL) with or without LPS (1 µg/mL) for 24 h. Expression and production of the inflammatory cytokines, enzymes, and mediators were evaluated. Results: CLE suppressed expression and production of the pro-inflammatory cytokines IL-6 and TNF-α. Moreover, CLE inhibited expression and secretion of the inflammatory enzyme COX-2 and the mediators PGE2 and NO. CLE also reduced DNA damage. Furthermore, CLE stimulated the immune response by modulating the cell cycle regulators p27, p53, cyclin D2, and cyclin E2. Conclusions: CLE inhibits inflammatory responses in LPS-activated macrophages by downregulating inflammatory cytokines and mediators. Furthermore, CLE has an immunomodulatory effect by modulating cell cycle regulators.
Exploring the Effect of Ammonium Iodide Salts Employed in Multication Perovskite Solar Cells with a Carbon Electrode
Authors: Bidikoudi Maria , Simal Carmen , Dracopoulos Vasillios , Stathatos Elias
Published: September 2021

Perovskite solar cells that use carbon (C) as a replacement of the typical metal electrodes, which are most commonly employed, have received growing interest over the past years, owing to their low cost, ease of fabrication and high stability under ambient conditions. Even though Power Conversion Efficiencies (PCEs) have increased over the years, there is still room for improvement, in order to compete with metal-based devices, which exceed 25% efficiency. With the scope of increasing the PCE of Carbon based Perovskite Solar Cells (C-PSCs), in this work we have employed a series of ammonium iodides (ammonium iodide, ethylammonium iodide, tetrabutyl ammonium iodide, phenethylammonium iodide and 5-ammonium valeric acid iodide) as additives in the multiple cation-mixed halide perovskite precursor solution. This has led to a significant increase in the PCE of the corresponding devices, by having a positive impact on the photocurrent values obtained, which exhibited an increase exceeding 20%, from 19.8 mA/cm2, for the reference perovskite, to 24 mA/cm2, for the additive-based perovskite. At the same time, the ammonium iodide salts were used in a post-treatment method. By passivating the defects, which provide charge recombination centers, an improved performance of the C-PSCs has been achieved, with enhanced FF values reaching 59%, which is a promising result for C-PSCs, and Voc values up to 850 mV. By combining the results of these parallel investigations, C-PSCs of the triple mesoscopic structure with a PCE exceeding 10% have been achieved, while the in-depth investigation of the effects of ammonium iodides in this PSC structure provide a fruitful insight towards the optimum exploitation of interface and bulk engineering, for high efficiency and stable C-PSCs, with a structure that is favorable for large area applications.
Fostering Emotion Recognition in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Authors: Silva Vinícius , Soares Filomena , Esteves João Sena , Santos Cristina P. , Pereira Ana Paula
Published: September 2021

Facial expressions are of utmost importance in social interactions, allowing communicative prompts for a speaking turn and feedback. Nevertheless, not all have the ability to express themselves socially and emotionally in verbal and non-verbal communication. In particular, individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are characterized by impairments in social communication, repetitive patterns of behaviour, and restricted activities or interests. In the literature, the use of robotic tools is reported to promote social interaction with children with ASD. The main goal of this work is to develop a system capable of automatic detecting emotions through facial expressions and interfacing them with a robotic platform (Zeno R50 Robokind® robotic platform, named ZECA) in order to allow social interaction with children with ASD. ZECA was used as a mediator in social communication activities. The experimental setup and methodology for a real-time facial expression (happiness, sadness, anger, surprise, fear, and neutral) recognition system was based on the Intel® RealSense™ 3D sensor and on facial features extraction and multiclass Support Vector Machine classifier. The results obtained allowed to infer that the proposed system is adequate in support sessions with children with ASD, giving a strong indication that it may be used in fostering emotion recognition and imitation skills.
Effects of Nanoplastics on the Dinoflagellate Amphidinium carterae Hulburt from the Perspectives of Algal Growth, Oxidative Stress and Hemolysin Production
Authors: Wang Su-Chun , Liu Fei-Fei , Huang Tian-Yuan , Fan Jin-Lin , Gao Zhi-Yin , Liu Guang-Zhou
Published: September 2021

Recently, the effects of nanoplastics (NPs) on aquatic organisms have attracted much attention; however, research on the toxicity of NPs to microalgae has been insufficient. In the present study, the effects of polystyrene nanoplastics (nano-PS, 50 nm) on growth inhibition, chlorophyll content, oxidative stress, and algal toxin production of the marine toxigenic dinoflagellate Amphidinium carterae Hulburt were investigated. Chlorophyll synthesis was promoted by nano-PS on day 2 but was inhibited on day 4; high concentrations of nano-PS (≥50 mg/L) significantly inhibited the growth of A. carterae. Moreover, despite the combined effect of superoxide dismutase (SOD) and glutathione (GSH), high reactive oxygen species (ROS) level and malondialdehyde (MDA) content were still induced by nano-PS (≥50 mg/L), indicating severe lipid peroxidation. In addition, the contents of extracellular and intracellular hemolytic toxins in nano-PS groups were significantly higher than those in control groups on days 2 and 8, except that those of extracellular hemolytic toxins in the 100 mg/L nano-PS group decreased on day 8 because of severe adsorption of hemolytic toxins to the nano-PS. Hence, the effects of nano-PS on A. carterae are closely linked to nano-PS concentration and surface properties and exposure time. These findings provide a deep understanding of the complex effects of NPs on toxigenic microalgae and present valuable data for assessing their environmental risks.
The Association between Nutritional Status and In-Hospital Mortality of COVID-19 in Critically-Ill Patients in the ICU
Authors: Czapla Michał , Juárez-Vela Raúl , Gea-Caballero Vicente , Zieliński Stanisław , Zielińska Marzena
Published: September 2021

Background: Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has become one of the leading causes of death worldwide. The impact of poor nutritional status on increased mortality and prolonged ICU (intensive care unit) stay in critically ill patients is well-documented. This study aims to assess how nutritional status and BMI (body mass index) affected in-hospital mortality in critically ill COVID-19 patients Methods: We conducted a retrospective study and analysed medical records of 286 COVID-19 patients admitted to the intensive care unit of the University Clinical Hospital in Wroclaw (Poland). Results: A total of 286 patients were analysed. In the sample group, 8% of patients who died had a BMI within the normal range, 46% were overweight, and 46% were obese. There was a statistically significantly higher death rate in men (73%) and those with BMIs between 25.0–29.9 (p = 0.011). Nonsurvivors had a statistically significantly higher HF (Heart Failure) rate (p = 0.037) and HT (hypertension) rate (p < 0.001). Furthermore, nonsurvivors were statistically significantly older (p < 0.001). The risk of death was higher in overweight patients (HR = 2.13; p = 0.038). Mortality was influenced by higher scores in parameters such as age (HR = 1.03; p = 0.001), NRS2002 (nutritional risk score, HR = 1.18; p = 0.019), PCT (procalcitonin, HR = 1.10; p < 0.001) and potassium level (HR = 1.40; p = 0.023). Conclusions: Being overweight in critically ill COVID-19 patients requiring invasive mechanical ventilation increases their risk of death significantly. Additional factors indicating a higher risk of death include the patient’s age, high PCT, potassium levels, and NRS ≥ 3 measured at the time of admission to the ICU.
Dietary Saturated Fats and Health: Are the U.S. Guidelines Evidence-Based?
Authors: Astrup Arne , Teicholz Nina , Magkos Faidon , Bier Dennis M. , Brenna J. Thomas , King Janet C. , Mente Andrew , Ordovas José M. , Volek Jeff S. , Yusuf Salim , Krauss Ronald M.
Published: September 2021

The last decade has seen nearly 20 papers reviewing the totality of the data on saturated fats and cardiovascular outcomes, which, altogether, have demonstrated a lack of rigorous evidence to support continued recommendations either to limit the consumption of saturated fatty acids or to replace them with polyunsaturated fatty acids. These papers were unfortunately not considered by the process leading to the most recent U.S. Dietary Guidelines for Americans, the country’s national nutrition policy, which recently reconfirmed its recommendation to limit saturated fats to 10% or less of total energy intake, based on insufficient and inconsistent evidence. Continuation of a cap on saturated fat intake also fails to consider the important effects of the food matrix and the overall dietary pattern in which saturated fatty acids are consumed.
Efeito do exercício físico sobre as concentrações periféricas do fator neurotrófico derivado do cérebro (BDNF): uma revisão de literatura
Authors: Ferreira Jacomini Tavares Larissa , Borges Júnior Marcos , Luciana Scalzo Paula , Silva de Miranda Aline , Nunes-Silva Albená
Published: September 2021

Introdução. O exercício físico (EF) previne doenças crônicas e a inatividade física é prejudicial à saúde. A ação do fator neurotrófico derivado do cérebro (BDNF) está entre os mecanismos sugeridos para mediação dos benefícios do exercício à saúde metabólica e cognitiva. Objetivo. Discutir a resposta do BDNF ao exercício físico e os desfechos clínicos associados. Método. Foi realizada uma revisão de literatura por meio de pesquisa na base de dados PUBMED, com os descritores ‘BDNF’ e ‘physical activity’. Os artigos foram selecionados conforme critérios de inclusão e exclusão. Resultados. As análises dos trabalhos publicados mostram que o aumento das concentrações de BDNF periférico foram encontrados em exercício/treinamento físico aeróbico de moderada intensidade, sendo a frequência cardíaca o parâmetro mais usado para prescrição e controle da intensidade e a caminhada o exercício mais utilizado. Por outro lado, estudos com exercício/treinamento de força são ainda escassos. Conclusão. O EF afeta as concentrações de BDNF periférico, entretanto ainda não há consenso na literatura sobre a prescrição da carga de treinamento. Não é possível inferir que os potenciais benefícios associados à expressão do BDNF, induzida pelo exercício, estão exclusivamente relacionados às alterações em suas concentrações periféricas. Mais estudos são necessários para elucidar a resposta do BDNF ao EF e sua associação com a saúde metabólica e cerebral.
UNIFICATION OF THE CHAMBER STAGE OF FORESTRY WORKS EXAMPLEOFTHE «SIGMA» PROJECT
Authors: Aleshin I.
Published: September 2021

The article considers the possibility of unifying the chamber stage of forest management work taking into account the requirements of existing regulatory documents on the example of the project «SIGMA», developedin the FSBI “Roslesinforg”.
METHODS FOR ASSESSING THE STATE OF FOREST ECOSYSTEMS USING A TEST OBJECT
Authors: Degtyareva Svetlana , Dorofeeva Valentina
Published: September 2021

To study the assessment of the state of forest ecosystems on the level of biodiversity of mosses and vascular plants in the Voronezh upland oak grove, a transect from the watershed to the reservoir was laid. The influence of geomorphological factors on the spore component – mossy and vascular plants-is considered. Taxonomic, ecological-biological, and geographical analyses of the flora were carried out. Geobotanical survey methods were used to assess the state of phytocenoses. The regularities in the ecotopic distribution of plants are revealed, taking into account the score and the projective coverage, and the parameters for assessing the biodiversity of ecosystems are proposed and used in research. Mosses and vascular plants manifest themselves differently in different phytocenoses, often without reflecting the features of landscape and ecological conditions. But, as the results showed, the majority of plant species (from 55.9% and above) belong to mesophytes. As a result, low indicators of species richness, species density, and generic.
Nature of English and Tiv Metatheses
Authors: Aor Terfa , Godwin Anyam Pilah
Published: September 2021

Metathesis, the transposition of letters and syllables, is a minor phonological process that is found in both English and Tiv languages. This phonological process has not received much attention it deserves because most scholars considered it as a figure of misspelling which is not worthy of researching. This paper investigates the nature of English and Tiv metatheses. The objectives of this paper are to classify English and Tiv metatheses, discuss the formation of metatheses in English and Tiv and state the functions of metatheses in English and Tiv languages. This paper used comparative linguistic theory which compares the nature of English and Tiv metatheses. The researcher used participant observation tool for elicitation of data for this study. Secondary materials such as journal articles, textbooks, dictionaries and encyclopaedias and Internet sources were used. This study links phonology, historical linguistics, onomastics and language pathology (speech disorder). The study has established that metathesis has phonological, orthographic, metrical and onomastic relevance. This paper provides an in-depth material for teaching and learning of English and Tiv languages. It has been recommended that lecturers in the National Institute for Nigerian Languages, Departments of Linguistics and Nigerian Languages should write books and critical works on Nigerian or African languages.
Can Food Labels Improve the Food Systems in the World?
Authors: Nsamba Jonathan , Mathews Elezebeth
Published: September 2021

Food systems across the world have changed from wholesome foods to fast and ultra-refined foods. This nutrition transition has contributed immensely to the rapidly increasing Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) such as diabetes and obesity across the globe. There is a growing need to support consumers in making healthier food choices through information, education and communication, and by targeting the market environment through food labelling. Food labels include ingredients, amounts, allergens, name of manufacturer, country of origin, date of manufacture and expiry. This article aims to raise awareness of the effectiveness of food labelling to improve the food system and, in return, combat the rising NCDs. Nutrition labelling has shown positive results in shaping consumer food choices and improving the quality of food production by food manufacturers. Unfortunately, there is a tendency for food companies to market false information about food, marketing an item to consumers as a healthy food option, when in fact, it is not.Despite increasing calls for mandatory food labelling as a policy strategy to halt the rising prevalence of NCDs, governments require clear evidence supporting the effectiveness of food labelling in improving food choices to make informed decisions. Mandatory labelling would require a strong commitment from all stakeholders, including the food industry, governments, consumer organisations and the trade industry.
Aristotelian understanding of the women`s (in)perfection
Authors: Turenko Vitalii
Published: September 2021

The article makes a detailed analysis of the understanding of women in the philosophical works of Corpus Aristotelicum. It is established that the specificity of the view of this ancient thinker on the problem of research is due to the fact that he considers it in the whole body of his philosophical works, reflecting on it in logical, ethical-aesthetic and socio-philosophical aspects. It has been found that the key issue around which Stagirite reflects on women is the concept of «domination». In the context of reflections on domination, he emphasizes that in the ontological context, women are not inferior to men, but in marital and family relations, a woman must obey a man. At the same time, it is proved that Aristotle speaks only briefly about the possible need for education and upbringing of women, and mentions it not for the benefit and self-development of women, but only to avoid all sorts of chaos and disorder in a particular society. However, he notes that a woman can hold a high position if she has a good reputation and authority among citizens who pursue politics. It is argued that the ancient thinker emphasizes that there are a number of issues, namely those concerning children, in which women clearly understand each other better, and emphasizes that they should deal with them and resolve disputes under their guidance. It is interesting that in the context of this issue, Aristotle mentions there is an image of a Delphic knife [Polit.1252b1–7], because he used in various aspects - military, domestic and sacred. As we can see, this ancient philosopher continues Plato's opinion that it is impossible to «spray» on certain goals and objectives, because, mainly, it leads to mistakes, tragedies, etc. Everyone, including women, must do their job, which is given to them by nature. This does not diminish this or that personality, but on the contrary makes it unique and inimitable among all creations.
Вплив Гайдеггера на філософське осмислення концепту «мистецтво» Гадамером
Authors: Trufanova Anna
Published: September 2021

У статті робиться спроба аналізу філософського бачення концепту «мистецтва» Гайдеггером та Гадамером. Розглядається репрезентаційність та презентаційність мистецтва з точок зору обох мислителів. Спираючись на онтологічні основи естетичного досвіду, у статті розкриваються основні тези розуміння складових мистецтва та його характеристик у процесі життєдіяльності історичної спільноти. У філософському баченні Гадамера розглядається герменевтична естетика та розкривається уявлення про мистецтво як про те, що включає гру, символ і фестиваль, аналізується бачення творів мистецтва такими, що існують «у собі». Відтворюється гайдеггерівське розуміння впливу мистецтва на естетичний досвід історії людства, що простежується в його функції «становлення і виявлення істини». Межі нашого розуміння мистецтва та підходу до нього не можуть бути вищими, ніж вони вже існують. Робиться висновок, що діалог та інтерпретація є важливими засобами подолання хибних уявлень на шляху до досягнення взаєморозуміння в процесі становлення розуміння концепту «мистецтво».
Практики здорового способу життя Церкви адвентистів сьомого дня в Україні
Authors: Kuryliak Valentyna
Published: September 2021

Розглянуто особливості філософії та практик реалізації принципів здорового способу життя Церквою адвентистів сьомого дня в Україні. Встановлено, що соціальні та культурні зміни, спричинені отриманням Україною статусу незалежності, сприяли відкриттю санаторіїв, пансіонатів, центрів здоров’я вірянами релігійної конфесії адвентистів. Констатовано, що починаючи з 1991 р. адвентисти загалом проводили короткострокові оздоровчі програми та виставки, однак із часом перелаштувалися на західну систему надання послуг на базі постійно діючих оздоровчих установ. Окреслено філософію та практики реалізації здорового способу життя Церквою адвентистів сьомого дня в Україні в контексті роботи медичних, санаторних та оздоровчих закладів, які безпосередньо належать цій релігійній організації. Практична новизна дослідження заснована на матеріалах інтерв’ювання керівників закладів здоров’я, які безпосередно були дотичними до створення медичних установ та реалізації різноманітних адвентистських програм по здоров’ю. Вивлено, що представники інших протестантських та православних конфесій, які відвідували бази відпочинку, змінювали свою думку щодо адвентизму та адвентистів, що, своєю чергою, сприяло створенню атмосфери релігійної терпимості та толерантного ставлення один до одного. Діяльність оглянутих центрів здоров’я, санаторіїв та пансіонатів в основному реалізовує місію Церкви адвентистів сьомого дня, а самі виконавці (персонал) вбачають у профілактиці захворювань та реабілітації пацієнтів свій вклад у служіння Богу. Крім того, в діяльності закладів, які ми дослідили, особлива увага приділяється навчанню принципам здорового способу життя, правильного харчування, водолікування тощо. Визначено, що в основу процесу реалізації програм по здоров’ю покладено принципи християнської етики, якими намагаються керуватися керівники та персонал, вбачаючи у цьому виконання місії Христа на землі, особливо у сфері відновлення та профілактики здоров’я відвідувачів санаторіїв.
Proyecto ABLA. Sonografías
Authors: Galera Núñez María del Mar
Published: September 2021

En este vídeo se describe cómo se implementó el proyecto Sonografías que se desarrolló en la asignatura de Didáctica de la Música del Grado de Educación Infantil durante el curso 2018-2019. El principal objetivo de la experiencia fue que las alumnas reflexionaran sobre el propio imaginario sonoro.
Un ejemplo de ABLA fue el proyecto sonografía. Este proyecto se desarrolló dentro de la asignatura de didáctica de la música del título de educación infantil. El objetivo era indagar sobre el propio imaginario sonoro.

Para tratar de despertar el interés y cierta expectación, el proyecto comenzó a partir de un evento en el que se recibía a los alumnos en una clase a oscuras, en silencio y en la que sólo se oía de fondo un audio con sonidos diversos. En la pantalla del proyector se podía leer lo que veis a continuación. Y que cuenta cómo la sonda Voyager lanzó al espacio una grabación con sonidos para dar a conocer la vida y la diversidad en la tierra. En esa grabación se incluían risas, canciones, el sonido de la lluvia, el saludo en diferentes idiomas….Tras unos minutos, volvía a aparecer un nuevo texto en la pantalla: “Después de cientos de años por el espacio, la sonda Voyager y “The golden record” volvieron a la tierra” y se proyectaba una animación en la que se describía una hipotética vuelta de la sonda Voyager a una tierra transformada por la contaminación.Después de todo esto, se inició un pequeño debate sobre todo lo que habíamos experimentado y visto. Y se concluyó con una pregunta que estaba directamente relacionada con los contenidos de la asignatura: la escucha consciente, y que se formulaba así: “Si te pidieran que metieras en una cápsula del tiempo aquellos sonidos que han marcado tu vida ¿qué pondrías en ella?” Esto generó un nuevo debate en el que se reflexionó sobre el concepto de sonido.

Cuando se tuvo claro qué tipo de eventos sonoros podían tenerse en cuenta, comenzó el trabajo de recogida de datos. En un mural se pegaron todos aquellos sonidos considerados como importantes. Después, tuvieron que recopilar esos sonidos utilizando diferentes medios como grabadoras o internet. En esta fase, se realizó un análisis de todos aquellos sonidos que habían recopilado y se trataron de encontrar categorías o temas generales donde englobar los diferentes sonidos recogidos. Los alumnos comenzaron a trabajar de una manera global con los sonidos recogidos. Los audios fueron agrupados en las categorías que se establecieron previamente y se mezclaron y editaron para formar pequeñas piezas sonoras. También se recogieron las impresiones de los alumnos en cuanto a lo que esos sonidos les evocaban o el porqué eran realmente importante para ellos. Finalmente se grabaron diferentes audios con los sonidos que habían marcado sus vidas. Los resultados obtenidos, fueron difundidos a través de las redes y de diferentes instalaciones dentro del edificio de la Facultad de Educación en las que se recogían códigos qr que enlazaban con las composiciones sonoras.
Las Edades del Amor: una propuesta para el proyecto Aetates Amoris destinado a la poesía amorosa
Authors:   , Nusch Carlos Javier
Published: September 2021

En el presente trabajo se propone un sistema de información para el proyecto Aetates Amoris, dedicado a las concepciones del amor y el vocabulario amoroso en diferentes épocas, al que se podrá acceder desde el sitio . Se ensaya un modelo de metadatos basado en XML-TEI y Dublin Core Cualificado para los diferentes materiales textuales y bibliográficos que contendrá el sitio. Además se contempla la reutilización de esquemas propuestos por proyectos afines a la materia. De la literatura clásica se estudian los campos semánticos de los conceptos amorosos antiguos como el ἔρως o amor-pasión y la φιλία o amor-cariño y sus correspondientes (aunque nunca equivalentes) términos en la literatura latina, amo, diligo, etc. Con respecto a la poesía de los trovadores occitanos, se analiza el imaginario amoroso de la «Religión del Amor» en sus similitudes y diferencias con el imaginario amoroso de los poetas elegíacos latinos tanto en la poesía amorosa como en la poesía epitalámica. Como una aproximación adicional al corpus de estudio se realizan diferentes análisis estilométricos aplicando el análisis estadístico de textos literarios. Las herramientas y métodos utilizados proceden del Procesamiento de Lenguajes Naturales (PLN) y de la Inteligencia Artificial (IA), más específicamente el modelo Latent Dirichlet Allocation o LDA. Tanto las técnicas de Lectura Distante (Distant Reading) como las de Lectura Cercana (Close Reading) presentan una enorme utilidad y complementariedad a la hora de identificar ciertos patrones lingüísticos y temáticos presentes en el corpus de estudio.
An Application of Blended Palm Oil Waste in Brick Production
Authors: Jusli Euniza , Ling Jen , Bujang Mastura , Ali Dayang , Lee Toh
Published: September 2021

Cement brick is an essential construction component, which uses cement as the primary binder. The cement industry was identified as the major contributor to carbon dioxide emission, which is a greenhouse gas. The application of agro-industrial waste as partial cement replacement can reduce the negative impacts on the environment. In this study, the palm oil wastes, namely Palm Oil Clinker Powder (POCP) and Palm Oil Boiler Ash (POBA), were used as partial cement replacement. A total of 60 specimens were prepared with 0%, 10%, 20%, and 30% cement replacement by POCP and POBA. The physical and mechanical properties of bricks, such as density, water absorption, voids, and compressive strength, were investigated. The results show that the brick with 20% CP and BA could be used as a severe weathering brick.
Analisis perbedaan asupan kalsium, magnesium, zink, dan aktivitas fisik berdasarkan kejadian dismenorea pada remaja putri atlet di SMA Negeri Ragunan
Authors: Wahyuni Yulia , Fasya Dhea Sabha , Novianti Anugrah
Published: September 2021

Latar Belakang: Dismenorea adalah nyeri yang terjadi terutama di perut bagian bawah yang dapat menyebar hingga ke punggung bagian bawah, pinggang, panggul, paha atas, hingga betis. Faktor yang memengaruhi dismenorea antara lain defisiensi asupan zat gizi dan aktivitas fisik. Asupan zat gizi yang berpengaruh pada dismenorea diantaranya adalah asupan kalsium, magnesium dan zink. Tujuan: Untuk menganalisis perbedaan asupan kalsium, magnesium, zink, dan aktivitas fisik berdasarkan kejadian dismenorea di SMA Negeri Ragunan (Khusus Olahragawan). Metode: Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kuantitatif melalui pendekatan observasional analitik dengan desain case control. Responden dalam penelitian ini terbagi menjadi dua kelompok yaitu kelompok dismenorea dan tidak dismenore, dengan masing-masing kelompok berjumlah 32 orang. Pengambilan sampel dilakukan dengan teknik purposive sampling. Data yang dikumpulkan meliputi data karakteristik responden, data asupat zat gizi mikro yang dikumpulkan menggunakan Semi Quantitative Food Frequency Questionnaire. Data aktivitas fisik dikumpulkan menggunakan kuesioner Physical Activity Level, data kram perut saat menstruasi dikumpulkan menggunakan Numerical Rating Scale. Analisis bivariat menggunakan uji statistik Independent t-Test dan Mann Whitney. Hasil: Ada perbedaan yang signifikan pada variabel asupan kalsium, asupan magnesium, dan aktivitas fisik (p<0,05). Tidak ada perbedaan yang signifikan pada variabel asupan zink (p>0,05). Kesimpulan: Ada perbedaan asupan kalsium, asupan magnesium, dan aktivitas fisik pada remaja putri atlet yang mengalami dismenorea dan tidak mengalami dismenorea. Tidak ada perbedaan asupan zink pada remaja putri yang mengalami dismenorea dan tidak mengalami dismenorea.
Experimental verification of vacancy defects and their vital role on reddish Bi4Ge3O12 single crystals
Authors: Yuan Lanying , Ni Haihong , Chen Junfeng , Qi Xuejun , Li Xiang , Karaki Tomoaki , Wang Dong
Published: September 2021

Reddish bismuth germanate (Bi4Ge3O12, BGO) crystals are found during the industrial large-size and -scale crystal growth by Bridgman method, which directly causes visible absorption. The reddish can be eliminated by a modified oxygen-annealing. Oxygen vacancy is further confirmed through electron paramagnetic resonance, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, Raman spectroscopy to demonstrate the existence of vacancy defects and elucidate the nature and role. Bi vacancy in reddish BGO single crystals is verified via scanning transmission electron microscopy, energy-dispersive spectroscopy, and high-angle annular dark-field scanning TEM. The essence of annealing and vacancy evolution is also discussed.
Analisis Pengendalian Kualitas Produk Menggunakan Pendekatan Statistical Quality Control (SQC) di PT. Samcon
Authors: Alfie Oktavia
Published: September 2021

PT. Samcon merupakan perusahaan yang memproduksi kapasitor yang kegiatan produksinya terbagi menjadi beberapa proses, dimana masing-masing proses dikerjakan oleh departemen yang berbeda.Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui tingkat kerusakan, mengidentifikasi faktor-faktor penyebab kerusakan serta merekomendasikan tindakan perbaikan. Metode yang digunakan yaitu metode Statistical Quality Control (SQC) yang dilakukan dengan alat bantu statistik diantaranya: checksheet, histogram, diagram pareto, peta kendali dan fishbone diagram. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa kerusakan produk terbanyak terjadi di departemen coating dan didominasi oleh tiga jenis kerusakan yaitu coating NG (59,71%), popo (11,71%) dan doriogiri (10,43%), hasil analisis peta kendali untuk jumlah total keluar sebesar 46,7%. Tindakan yang dilakukan untuk meminimalkan kerusakan yaitu dengan mengadakan training and education untuk operator, membuat cooling zone, memeriksa penyangga deji sebelum digunakan, membersihkan heater dan pully secara berkala, melakukan perawatan dan pemeriksaan bearing, menambah fasilitas pendingin ruangan, mengganti wheel, memeriksa powder sebelum digunakan, dan mengganti sensor pengisian powder dengan sistem timer.
Effect of Mating Disruption in Leather Beetle, Dermestes maculatus on Biological Activities and Nutritional Quality of Infested Smoked Catfish, Clarias gariepinus
Authors: Nduka U. G
Published: September 2021

Mating between male and female leather beetle, Dermestes maculatus infesting smoked catfish, Clarias gariepinus was disrupted in this study. The effects of disruption on pest biological activities and nutritional quality of fish after pest infestation were determined using standard methods. Mating disruption technique of 2:1 (♂: ♀); where the males were removed after 24 h of mating had the highest
number of survived adults. Number of developed larvae (156.80 and 167.50) was significantly higher on treatments 1:2 and 2:1 (♂: ♀) in which males were removed after 48 h and 24 h, respectively. Frass weight generated by the beetle was higher in the mating disruption treatment 2:1 (♂: ♀) in which the male insects were removed at 24 h. Mating disruption technique 1:1 (♂ : ♀) in which male was removed after 144 h of mating, had higher ash content (5.307%) whereas, the least ash content (3.622%) was recorded in mating disruption treatment 1:1 (♂ : ♀) and the male was removed after 120 h. Moisture content (29.05%) was significantly higher on mating disruption technique 1:1 (♂: ♀) where the male was removed after 144 h. Mating disruption resulted into different number of offspring of D. maculatus and different degree of loss of minerals. These give unequivocal signal that mating disruption can affect biological activities and nutrient quality. Therefore, the use of physical mating disruption technique can be applied to D. maculatus control to reduce their (adults and larvae) biological impact on smoked fish and ensure quality and sufficient fish for human use.
Precision medicine to identify optimal diagnostic and therapeutic interventions for Parkinson's Disease
Authors: Elshourbagy Tarek , Syed Alveena Batool , Amer Mohamed A. M. , Brasic James Robert
Published: September 2021

Objective: Parkinson's disease, the second most common neurodegenerative disorder afflicting 10 million people worldwide and the fourteenth leading cause of death in the United States, is caused by the death of dopaminergic neurons that regulate movement in the substantia nigra pars compacta. Mechanisms contributing to the development of Parkinson’s disease in vulnerable individuals include protein misfolding, protein aggregation, and mitochondrial dysfunction. In order to develop guidelines for clinicians to utilize precision medicine to develop treatment plans to address the specific needs of individuals with Parkinson’s disease and related conditions, we have developed algorithms for diagnosis and treatment based on their view of available knowledge. We reviewed the key literature on the pathogenesis of Parkinson’s disease on PubMed and google scholar in order to propose guidelines for the development of diagnostic and therapeutic interventions for people with Parkinson’s disease and related conditions. In about 25 percent of patients, clinicians incorrectly diagnose Parkinson’s disease. Causes of misdiagnosis include a lack of algorithms and inadequate use of diagnostic modalities. Four main mechanisms that may contribute to the development of Parkinson's disease (misfolding of alpha-synuclein, mitochondrial dysfunction, dysfunctional ubiquitin proteasomal pathways, and abnormal autophagy) and different diagnostic modalities (structured interview and examination, laboratory assessments, neuropathology, genetic testing, neuroimaging) will form the basis for our algorithm for the diagnosis and treatment of Parkinson’s disease and related conditions. Clinicians, administrators, policy planners, advocates, and other concerned individuals will benefit from the adoption of our guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of Parkinson’s disease and related conditions.
The Coronavirus Disease 2019 pandemic as a threat to reproductive health and fetal life
Authors: Çetinavcı Dilan , Akman Ahmet Uğur
Published: September 2021

Objective: Covid-19 disease has spread rapidly across the world since its first appearance in 2019. At the beginning of the pandemic, Covid-19 disease was thought to affect only the respiratory system, although it has since been realized that it causes numerous transient or permanent problems in various body systems.  One of these effects involves the reproductive system.

Several studies have investigated the effects of Covid-19 disease on the female and male reproductive systems. Embryological life depends on the fertilization of a healthy mature oocyte, a healthy mature sperm, and the continuation of pregnancy. The purpose of this article is to examine the effects of Covid-19 disease on the male and female reproductive systems and embryological life through a review of the current literature.
“Bir Şey” İken “Her Şey” Olmak: Üniversitelerin Yerel, Bölgesel, Ulusal ve Küresel Arasında “Evrensel” Kalma Çabaları
Authors: UÇAR Metin
Published: September 2021

Makale; küresel dünyada üniversitenin anlamını tartışmakta ve bu anlam çerçevesinde üniversitelerin işlevlerini irdelemektedir. Küresel dünyada yeni bir işlev edinen üniversite anlayışının Türkiye’deki yansımalarına bakmakta, Türkiye’deki üniversitelerin küresel perspektifle yerini sorgulamaktadır. Sayısal çokluk, kalite, standartlar üzerinden eleştirilen taşra üniversitelerinin durumuna bu bakış içinde özel bir alan açmaktadır. Oluşturulan teorik zemin, üniversite konusunda yürütülen literatür tartışmalarına dayanmaktadır. Özellikle (i) üniversiteleri sınıflandırma girişimlerine ağırlık vermekte, bu sınıflandırmaların güçlü yönlerini önemsemekte, (ii) sınıflandırmalar açısından Türkiye’deki üniversiteler hakkında yapılan tartışmaları göz önünde bulundurmaktadır. Tartışmaların sonucunda üniversitelerin daha iyi anlaşılması ile işlevsel farklılaşma arasında paralellik kurmakta ve bunun için yeni bir yaklaşım tarzı önermektedir. Bu yaklaşım, üniversitelerin “bir şey” iken “her şey” olma serüvenini öne çıkarmakta ve sonuçta “herşeyleşme” sürecindeki temel parametrelerini anlamaya çalışmaktadır.
Pedagogical uses of writing to support well-being: lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic
Authors:   University of Albany, SUNY, United States of America, Yagelski Robert P.
Published: September 2021

Writing, as a technology for language, is an essential skill for learning at all levels of education. But research also reveals that the experience of writing-in-the-moment can have a significant impact on the writer’s sense of self and well-being. Especially in view of the dramatic upheavals in schools caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, educators should examine the uses of writing as a means to foster well-being in students. Ungraded informal writing can support student learning at the same time that it can contribute to their well-being./ Keywords: writing, language, pedagogy, well-being
PhD data collection challenges due to the Covid-19 crisis – a report
Authors:   AUE – FON University, Republic of North Macedonia, Nedelkoska Gabriela
Published: September 2021

The following report depicts the challenges I have faced in the process of collecting the necessary data for my PhD thesis titled Vocabulary learning strategies (VLSs) used by university students in an ESP context due to Covid-19 pandemics and switching to online teaching. In order to test the functionality of the VLSs qualitatively, and indicate which of them is responsible for acquisition of larger vocabulary quantities, my mentor (prof. Svetlana Dimitrova - Gyuzeleva) and I have designed an experiment which was originally intended to be fully implemented during the second semester of 2019/2020 (February to June). This experiment would provide a more detailed outline on the efficiency of different strategies use at the same time tackling maybe even a more important issue – raising learners’ awareness about their importance for individual language development. The respondents were students of Law and Finance. However, the Covid-19 pandemic interrupted the implementation of the experiment in the middle (in March) because the government introduced special measures and we were forced to convert to online teaching. Even though the teaching process was not dramatically challenged, since we were able to smoothly transfer to teaching via the platform Microsoft Teams, the experiment, or rather the results that were to be obtained with it, were significantly affected.
The role of communication and collaboration in English language teaching during uncertain times – report
Authors:   Graduate School, Bulacan State University, the Philippines, Nanquil Luisito M.
Published: September 2021

Language teaching in the new normal requires patience, creativity, flexibility, and reflection. Both teachers and students are having onerous and laborious situation in coping with all the predicaments and challenges brought about by the disruptive pandemic. This reflective-narrative paper narrates and describes how the author, being a seasoned language teacher, has been coping with the trials and complexities of the new normal. At the end of the anecdotal narration and report, new insights and tips are offered to readers and language teachers who are at the same boat. All struggles of learners and teachers have products and outcomes which are in the form of lessons and experiences making them better individuals despite the ever-changing and challenging dimensions of distance education and home learning. / Key words: language teaching, communication, collaboration, flexible instruction, pandemic
THEORETICAL AND METHODOLOGICAL FUNDAMENTALS OF TRAINING OF FUTURE SPECIALISTS OF MODERN BALLOT DANCES
Authors:   Volodymyr Vynnychenko Central Ukrainian State Pedagogical University, Spinul Igor , Spinul Elena ,   Volodymyr Vynnychenko Central Ukrainian State Pedagogical University
Published: September 2021

In recent decades, modern ballroom dancing as an artistic phenomenon is spreading around the world. During the twentieth century, the society formed a clear idea of ​​ballroom dancing as a folk dance (waltz, tango, etc.) and sports competitions of ten standardized ballroom dances. However, in recent times, modern ballroom dancing is increasingly fighting for the right to recognize it as an independent phenomenon of choreographic culture, given the original system of means of expression, which distinguishes it from other types of ballroom choreography (sports and household) and stage forms of folk dance. Modern society places high demands on the professional training of future teachers in the field of culture and art. Fundamental knowledge of philosophy, pedagogy and psychology, ethics and aesthetics, other sciences help to organize the educational process with its main purpose, didactic, educational, developmental tasks, traditional and interactive methods, learning technologies and organizational forms determined by the teacher in accordance with modern requirements. put forward by the «Law of Ukraine on Higher Education» and state educational standards. The process of training a specialist in the field of ballroom dancing is based on the presence of practical training, adjustment, consolidation of movements and skills of the teacher, because without in-depth analysis of body movements in various dance performances, the idea of ​​ballroom dancing Constant quality control and the creation of individual tasks will promote self-analysis of the student, his understanding and understanding of the importance of the balance between mental activity, physical and spiritual development. In the article the author explores the specifics of teaching modern ballroom dancing in higher education; defines the essence, criteria, requirements of choreographic and performing skills as a competence. The characteristics and features of the teacher-choreographer, his personal qualities are presented.
THE PECULIARITIES OF TEACHING PERFORMING MUSIC COURSES TO STUDENTS OR CHOREOGRAPHY IN THE PROCESS OF THEIR PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
Authors:   Vinnytsia State Pedagogical University named after Mykhailo Kotsyubynsky, Yakymchuk Olena , Utesheva Natalia ,   Lityn Music School, Somyk Oleksandr ,   Vinnytsia State Pedagogical University named after Mykhailo Kotsyubynsky
Published: September 2021

This article presents an analysis of the peculiarities of teaching performing music courses such as «orchestration tutorial» and «orchestral conducting» to students or choreography in the process of their professional training. The educational potential of these courses is shown to facilitate the development of professional qualities in a future choreography teacher. The research also focused on the psychological and pedagogical conditions of a successful pedagogical collaboration of the music teacher and a student of choreography. This study is aimed to contribute to the development of a new course of «Choreography» at the faculties specializing in art at state pedagogical universities of the country providing the modern teaching practice with an academic base in terms of the peculiarities of teaching performing music courses to students of choreography. teaching music and performance disciplines to students-choreographers has a problem-searching nature. This strengthens the subject-subject nature of the relationship between teacher and student, expands the possibilities of their creative interaction in classes on orchestral workshops and workshops on orchestral conducting. Successful interaction of a teacher-musician with a student-choreographer in the process of studying the laws of musical art and the basics of musical performance helps to stimulate interest in learning the latter, motivating the future of complex musical and choreographic activities in secondary school (performing, educational, creative or cognitive). on the formation of his personal qualities, professional skills, abilities, disclosure and realization of his creative potential. Psychological and pedagogical prerequisites for successful pedagogical interaction of a musician-teacher with a student-choreographer are provided by personality-oriented, competence and integration approaches of modern educational strategies.