bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Spermine-NBD as Fluorescent Probe for Studies of Polyamine Transport System in Leishmania Donovani
Authors: LABRUERE Raphael , Pomel Sébastien , Jagu Elodie , Cintrat Jean-Christophe , Loiseau Philippe M. , Pethe stéphanie
Published: October 2018

This study describes the synthesis of fluorescent probes as potential substrates for the polyamine transport system (PTS) of Leishmania donovani. A competitive radioassay was used to determine the most efficient probe. We observed that the conjugate spermine-nitrobenzofurazan (Spm-NBD) was able to compete with [3H]-spermidine in L. donovani at a relevant IC50 of 60 µM.
Menopausal hormone treatments and risk of cardiovascular diseases: modern view
Authors: Ilovayskaya I A
Published: October 2018

Estrogens have a multifactorial protective effect on various components of the cardiovascular system, and postmenopause in women is associated with an increased incidence of cardiovascular disease. Admission of menopausal hormone therapy helps to reduce the risk of cardiovascular events, but the perceived benefit far outweighs the risks in cases where women begin treatment no later than at the age of 60 or 10 years after menopause. Studies have shown that the combination of estradiol and drospirenone is effective and safe in terms of preventing cardiovascular diseases. The antiandrogenic effect of drospirenone has additional metabolic effects that may be preferable in certain groups of postmenopausal patients.
Mixed urinary incontinence: a current view at the problem (review of clinical guidelines)
Authors: Ermakova E I
Published: October 2018

He purpose of the review - presentation of basic clinical scientific data based on current evidence on the management of patients with mixed urinary incontinence. Material and methods. A review of Russian and foreign sources on the prevalence, etiopathogenesis, diagnosis and treatment of mixed urinary incontinence in women. Results. The review presents terminology, data on etiopathogenesis, clinic, diagnosis, phasing and treatment methods of mixed urinary incontinence in women at different age periods.
Features of genital herpes in women
Authors: Dvoriankova E V , Sakaniia L R , Babaev O R , Shakhzadov V V , Korsunskaia I M
Published: October 2018

The paper presents a modern view of the current and the clinic of herpetic infection among women. The clinical manifestations and character of the course of atypical forms of herpes are described. The types of therapy of herpes simplex virus are considered and their own recommendations are given on the management of patients with recurrent genital herpes.
The Effects of Innovative Shotgun Shooting Methods on Collegiate Shotgun Shooters
Authors: Wolfe Andrew Allen , Peak Kayla , Burch Jana , Burch Gerald
Published: October 2018

Sporting activities are classified according to movement demands and can be categorized as either dynamic or static actions. Many events exist within the discipline of “shooting sports”, and dynamic and static demands vary drastically among those events. However, consideration for differences in movement demands is frequently disregarded in shooting sports; common practice protocol encourages sh ooters to utilize static

shooting techniques for all shooting sport events. In particular, shooting techniques for shotgun shooting, a

dynamic sporting event, regularly align with rifle shooting (static activity) methods. Innovative dynamic shotgun

shoot ing techniques have recently been developed, however, no previous studies have examined the outcomes of employing these dynamic techniques. Therefore, the current research investigated the effects of innovative

shotgun shooting methods on collegiate shotg un shooters (n=38). Pre and post trap and skeet scores were

collected at a certified International Shooting Sport Federation and USA Shooting competition field. Upon

completion of pre-test shooting, subjects participated in an Optimum Shooting Performance (OSP) intervention

that outlined innovative dynamic shooting and practice techniques. Post-test shooting scores were collected after2-weeks of OSP practice. A paired sample t test identified statistically significant improvements for trap shootingscores (t[32] = 2.82, p = .008, 95% CI [0.431, 2.660], d = .49),skeet shooting scores (t[32] = 2.59, p = .01, 95% CI[0.436, 3.625], d = .45), and total shooting (sum score of trap and skeet tests) scores (t[32] = 3.37, p = .002, 95%CI [1.417, 5.734], d = .59). These results suggest that learning and utilizing the OSP methods significantly

increased the shooting performance of college shotgun shooters.
Are internal focuses really useful?
Authors: Río Rodríguez Dan , Iglesias-Soler Eliseo , Cuadrado-Pérez Jorge , Ferández-del-Olmo Miguel
Published: October 2018

To evaluate the external vs. internal focus during free basketball shots in non-basketball players. For this analysis 49 subjects participated in one baseline and one experimental session. During the baseline session all the participants performed 20 free basketball shots without instructions (Non-Instructions). During the experimental session participants were randomly allocated to one group: Dominant-Group, which performed the free basketball shots with the dominant hand; or a Non-dominant Group, which performed the shots with the non-dominant hand. Both groups performed 20 throws under internal and external focus of attention conditions. In the Dominant-Group internal focus of attention resulted in a higher number of successful shots compared with the external focus condition. Our study does not support previous findings and shows that external focus of attention impairs the performance of free basketball shots with the dominant hand in comparison with internal focus and ¨no instructions¨ conditions, in non-basketball players.
Retrograde GEO Orbit Design Method Based on Lunar Gravity Assist for Spacecraft
Authors: Zhang Renyong
Published: October 2018

In this paper a design method for changing the inclination of an orbital spacecraft from the ascending orbit to the retrograde orbit is presented. Firstly, revealing the mechanism of the lunar gravity assist, and maximum change capability of the spacecraft orbit parameters will be obtained, based on the Lagrangian planetary equation or Hamilton equation; Secondly, studying the flight mechanism to transfer the geocentric orbital spacecraft to the geocentric retrograde orbit; Finally, the orbit technology from the forward GEO orbit to the retrograde GEO orbit is designed, and the technical application method in the actual orbit design project is proposed.
Energy Consumption Improvement based on Distance Adaptive Modulation in Optical Elastic Network
Authors: Bandiri Sabi Yari Moïse , Braga Rafael M.S. , Pimenta Tales C. , Spadoti Danilo H.
Published: October 2018

In this paper, a novel algorithm based on distance adaptive modulation routing spectrum assignment is presented. The shortest energy consumption Routing Spectrum Assignment (SEC-RSA) algorithm was developed, based on Distance Adaptive Modulation (DAM). According to the distance between source and destination, for a determinate lightpath, the modulation pattern is modified. The energy consumption is computed for the k-shortest path and, then, the one with lowest energy consumption is adopted. The algorithm can dynamically commute to another modulation as the connections requests or the numbers of lightpath between source and destination increases. The results show that the energy consumption decreases when SEC-RSA algorithm is used in comparison with traditional ones. Energy consumption decreases as the order of modulation increases. The results also figure out that energy consumption decrease when block connections are considered.
Granting of several types of cash fertilizer and distribution of apical approaches to growth
Authors: Wirajaya A.A. Ngurah Mayun , Yuliartini Made Sri , Kartini Luh
Published: October 2018

The objectives of this study are for the type of manure that is most appropriate for the improvement of fertility and the generation of the period of nutrients and the best time of pruning for the growth and yield of chili. This research is a Factorial experiment, with Basic. Design of Randomized Block Design (RBD) with 2 factors that tried and done in glass house lasted from July to November 2017. In the first factor type of manure from level 4: K 0 = no fertilizer, K 1 = cow manure, K2 = chicken manure laying hens, K 3 = rabbit manure. The dose of each fertilizer 20 tons ha-1. The second factor with 3 levels: P 0 = without trimming, P 1 = pruned apical shoots age 8 days after planting, P2 = pruning apical shoots age 16 days after planting. From the experiment will be obtained 12 treatment combinations and will be repeated 3 times. The interaction between several types of manure and apical trimming (K x P) was markedly significant (P <0.05) to the variable wet weight of leaves and leaf dry weight. The interaction is very important (P <0.01) against the maximum leaf number variables, wet root weight, root dry weight, and fresh fruit weight. Fresh weight of fruit obtained on interaction with manure by pruning apical part 16 days after planting (K3P2) of 47.67 g and when compared to the combination of no fertilizer and without pruning (K0P0) of 37.80 which can be increased 26, 11%.
Fotodegradasi High Density Polyethylene Yang Mengandung Aditif Okso-Biodegradasi
Authors: Asriza Ristika O. , Pitulima Janiar
Published: October 2018

High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) is a type of plastic that widely used for packaging because it has good mechanical properties. HDPE is naturally non-biodegradable, and  the consequence it will increase plastic waste that will damage the environment. To increase their biodegradability, it is necessary to add an oxo-biodegradation additive in the form of a stearate metal compound. This oxo-biodegradation additive is a chromophore that can absorb UV light. Polyethylene oxo-biodegradation films are prepared by mixing HDPE and cobalt stearate to homogeneous on various compositions. To know the effect of adding cobalt stearate into HDPE has done by photodegradation  process. The polyethylene oxo-biodegradation film was given irradiation using UV light in the wavelength range 280-300 nm at room temperature for 10 days. After irradiation, in the ATR spectrum shows an absorption  peak at 1712 cm-1 wavenumber indicatied  the presence of a carbonyl group with a stronger intensity. The higher concentration of cobalt stearate added in HDPE, increases the peak intensity of carbonyl group. This is due to the increasing number of chromophores from cobalt stearate that can absorb UV light, the faster the breakdown of HDPE chains into small fragments so that HDPE is rapidly degraded in nature.
Modifikasi Katalis CaO Untuk Produksi Biodiesel Dari Minyak Bekas
Authors: Gani Rachim St. Annisa , Raya Indah , Zakir Muhammad
Published: October 2018

Research about modification of CaO catalyst to produce biodiesel has done. This research aims to know the effectiveness of CaO-ZnCl2 belong to ASTM D6751 to get a yield biodiesel.  Modification of the CaO with ZnCl2 was conducted by impregnation method using methanol and n-hexane. For synthesis biodiesel, methanol is used as solvent and Waste Cooking Oil (WCO) as raw material. Ratio molar of WCO and methanol is 12:1 with 3% CaO-ZnCl2 added.  This reaction is carried out at a temperature of 65oC. the biodiesel is characterized by Fourier Transform Infrared (FT-IR) to determine the presence of ester groups formed. The yield percentage of biodiesel produced is 77.94%. The characterization of biodiesel properties consist of acid number is 73.38 mg KOH/g, density is 0.9038 and water content is 0.0053%.
Waktu Optimum Hidrolisis Pati Limbah Hasil Olahan Ubi Kayu (Manihot esculenta Crantz var. Lahumbu) Menjadi Gula Cair Menggunakan Enzim α-Amilase Dan Glukoamilase
Authors: Ardiansyah Ardiansyah , Nurlansi Nurlansi , Musta Rustam
Published: October 2018

This study aims to determine optimum time of action of the enzyme α-amylase and glucoamylase needed in hydrolyze of starch from waste processed cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz var. Lahumbu). This research was conducted through three main stages, namely the gelatinization, liquefaction and saccharification. The method was used method are liquefaction and  saccharification. The variation time of the stage liquefaction: 12; 24; 36; 48; 60; and 72 minutes and the saccharification stage are: 9; 18; 27; 36; 45; 54; and 63 hours. The results showed that the optimum time required for stage liquefaction using α-amylase enzyme is 48 minutes on the condition of a temperature of 80 oC with a value of 0.09% amylose levels were measured using UV-Vis spectrophotometer. The optimum time required for saccharification step using a glucoamylase which is 54 hours on the conditions of a temperature of 50oC with the amount of reducing sugar concentration of 9.186 g/L as measured using a UV-Vis spectrophotometer.
Aktivitas Antioksidan dan Fitokimia dari Ekstrak Etil Asetat Pucuk Idat (Cratoxylum glaucum)
Authors: Mahardika Robby Gus , Roanisca Occa
Published: October 2018

Neutralizing free radicals can use both synthetic and natural antioxidant compounds. Although synthetic antioxidant compounds are more active, but lately the use of synthetic antioxidants is being reduced because they are reported to have carcinogenic side effects. Natural antioxidant compounds found in plants are phenolic groups such as flavonoids, tannins, xanthones, and anthraquinones. This compound is widely found in the genus Cratoxylum where one of the species is pucuk idat (Cratoxylum glaucum). Pucuk idat are often used by people of Bangka as a flavoring dish and are believed to be traditional medicine to facilitate breastfeeding, tighten skin, treat fever, cough, and diarrhea. The increasing of antioxidants needs and lots efficacy of pucuk idat, hence this study aims to determine the antioxidant activity of ethyl acetate extract Cratoxylum glaucum. The antioxidant test in this study used the DPPH (Diphenylpicrylhydrazyl) method and vitamin C as a positive control. The results of this study indicate that the extract of ethyl acetate Cratoxylum glaucum has strong antioxidant activity with value IC50 32,213 μg / mL. Phytochemical content itself includes hydroquinone phenols (tannins), flavonoids, and steroids. This shows that ethyl acetate extract Cratoxylum glaucum can be used as natural antioxidant.
Biosorpsi Ion Logam Kadmium (Cd2+) Pada Biosorben Rumput Laut Coklat (Padina australis) Asal Pantai Liti Pulau Kisar
Authors: Bijang Catherina M. , Tehubijuluw Helna , Kaihatu Terence Ghereds
Published: October 2018

The research about biosorption of Cadmium (Cd2+) metal ion in brown seaweed biosorben (Paladina australis) from Liti beach, Kisar island has been done. Analysis of decreasing Cd2+ content using Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer (SSA) and also use FTIR to know functional groups contained in alginate compounds. A total of 0.5 g of brown seaweed powder was introduced into 25 mL of Cd2+ 50 ppm solution with variations of pH 1-7 and shaker for five hours. After the  optimum  pH  was  obtained,  the  adsorption  process  was  applied  on  pH  5 solution with variation of contact time 1, 3, and 5 hours, after which it was filtered. The result of analysis and calculation showed that Cd2+ ion was optimum at pH 5 of 99.64% and 3 hours contact time was 74.54%.
Analisis Kadar Sianida Pada Rebung Berdasarkan Volume Ukuran Dari Kecamatan Bajeng Kabupaten Gowa
Authors: Arisanti Dewi , Rasyid Nur Qadri , Nasir Muh.
Published: October 2018

Bamboo shoots are young shoots from bamboo Terubus. Bamboo shoots contain cyanide if consumed can cause shortness of breath, decreased blood pressure, rapid pulse, headache, nausea, diarrhea, mental disorders and seizures. Continuous consumption with low doses causes mumps and dwarfism and neurological diseases. This study aims to determine how much cyanide levels in bamboo shoots and this type of research is a descriptive laboratory experiment. The sample used in this study were 3 samples based on the size of the volume. The sampling technique is by means of purposive sampling that is looking at the criteria based on large, medium and small size types. Analysis of cyanide levels was obtained by UV-Vis Spectrophotometer with a wavelength of 582 nm. The results showed that large size bamboo shoots were height = 27 cm; diameter = 16 cm has a cyanide content of 21.84 mg/kg, medium size were height = 18 cm; diameter = 7 cm has a cyanide content of 18.40 mg / kg and a small size of height = 8 cm; diameter = 4 cm has cyanide content of 4.65 mg/kg. Thus it can be concluded that the greater the size of bamboo shoots have height level of cyanide.
Isolasi, Identifikasi, Karakterisasi Dan Uji Toksisitas Senyawa Metabolit Sekunder Fraksi Nonpolar Akar Babandotan (Ageratum conyzoides L)
Authors: Irmawan Muhammad , Mandey Frederyk , Dali Seniwati
Published: October 2018

Ageratum Conyzoides L. has a toxic and bioactive component as anti-cancer and especially for the root, it has anti-tumor. In order to figure out the active component, it is necessary to do four steps; isolation, identification, characterization, and toxicity essay Brine Shrimp Lethality Test (BSLT) of non-polar fraction Ageratum conyzoides L plant. Isolation method consist of four parts; extraction, partitioning of Kupchan method, fractionation, and purification. Fractionation method uses press column chromatography (KTT). Furthermore, purification process uses thin layer chromatography (TLC) and characterization with spectroscopy FTIR, 1H-NMR and 13C-NMR. Then characterization utilizes spectroscopy FTIR, 1H-NMR and 13C-NMR. The toxicity essay toward Artemia Salina Leach n-hexane fraction and dichloromethane fraction showed that the fraction had toxic properties with number of LC50 are 0,0237 and 4,642 µg/mL respectively. Moreover, n-hexane fraction  has succeed in isolating Stigmasterol compound shaped white crystalline needles with 19.6 mg weight, 143-144 °C melting point and and had toxic properties with number of LC50 are 30,33 µg/mL.
Isolation, Identification, Characteriterization, And Toxicity Essay Of Non-polar Secondary Metabolite Fraction From Ageratum conyzoides L
Authors: Irmawan Muhammad , Mandey Frederyk , Dali Seniwati
Published: October 2018

Ageratum Conyzoides L. has a toxic and bioactive component as anti-cancer and especially for the root, it has anti-tumor. In order to figure out the active component, it is necessary to do four steps; isolation, identification, characterization, and toxicity essay Brine Shrimp Lethality Test (BSLT) of non-polar fraction Ageratum conyzoides L plant. Isolation method consist of four parts; extraction, partitioning of Kupchan method, fractionation, and purification. Fractionation method uses press column chromatography (KTT). Furthermore, purification process uses thin layer chromatography (TLC) and characterization with spectroscopy FTIR, 1H-NMR and 13C-NMR. Then characterization utilizes spectroscopy FTIR, 1H-NMR and 13C-NMR. The toxicity essay toward Artemia Salina Leach n-hexane fraction and dichloromethane fraction showed that the fraction had toxic properties with number of LC50 are 0,0237 and 4,642 µg/mL respectively. Moreover, n-hexane fraction  has succeed in isolating Stigmasterol compound shaped white crystalline needles with 19.6 mg weight, 143-144 °C melting point and and had toxic properties with number of LC50 are 30,33 µg/mL.
Applying the Rhetoric of Renewal Model in a Contemporary African Context: Lessons Learned from the Royal Dutch Shell Oil Crisis in Nigeria
Authors: Manzie Vincent
Published: October 2018

\\This article applies the crisis renewal model to a multinational organizational crisis in Nigeria not only to analyze the crisis points of conflict in the multinational’s corporate rhetoric but also to examine how global relations; situated exigencies; and cultural, social, and economic tensions contextualize corporate communication strategies during crises. Rhetoric of renewal was evident as the multinational corporation responded to a prolonged crisis involving multiple state and local stakeholders. Although the renewal model itself redresses traditional Aristotelian crisis rhetoric models, the Nigerian situation calls for a significant reframing of rhetorical strategies accountable to the colonialist legacies, cultural traditions, political volatilities, and socioeconomic particularities of these contexts. Lessons learned and implications for organizational crisis rhetoric and practices in an age of increasing global interconnectedness are offered.
Blurred (Identity) Lines: A Content Analysis of the #deleteuber Crisis on Twitter
Authors: Miller Katharine , Kendall Megan
Published: October 2018

Social media have established a growing prevalence and influence in social change, in political movements, and as vehicles for messages related to crisis. The movement #deleteuber demonstrated this growing trend. Using quantitative content analysis, 2,000 tweets posted on Twitter were analyzed in the 2 weeks following the incident to measure how media framing may impact organizational identity. Findings reveal that users on Twitter largely framed the crisis as political, opinionated, and episodic in nature. Additionally, users most commonly associated the crisis with the organization as a collective rather than with the CEO as an individual responsible for actions prompting the crisis, thus blurring the demarcation between personal and organizational identity in online spaces.
Politically Unhealthy: Flint’s Fight Against Poverty, Environmental Racism, and Dirty Water
Authors: Robinson Tomeka , Shum Garrett , Singh Sabrina
Published: October 2018

The social force of race in relation to natural resources plays a prominent role in which communities are disproportionately affected by pollution. Scholars have described how people of color are disproportionately victims of environmental discrimination and disparities because they lack the necessary social capital to bring attention to their plight, as demonstrated by the case of the Flint, Michigan, Water Crisis. In this article, we use a critical race theory lens to explore how the Flint Water Crisis constitutes a case study of environmental racism. More specifically, we discuss the public health implications of environmental racism on the residents of Flint and conclude with a discussion of the overall implications of environmental justice for public health and social science research.
ALTERNATIF PEMECAHAN MASALAH KETERLAMBATANPENYELESAIAN PROYEK (STUDI KASUS PEMBANGUNAN GEDUNG PUSKESMAS LAREN KABUPATEN LAMONGAN)
Authors: Putri Fridha Guivanny , Dana Rio Rahma
Published: October 2018

The successfulness of executing the construction projects right on time is one of the most important goals both for the owners and contractors. In general, each construction project has a specific implementation plan and schedule of implementation. It contains some important things, for example when the project should begin, when it should be completed, and how to provide the resources. As in the development project of Public Health Center building in LarenDistrict, Lamongan Regency in 2016 which has been delayed up to six weeks, causing inaccuracy between the planningschedule anddevelopment implementation. This research aims to be used as an evaluation to get the fastest acceleration time by using cut and crashing method. From the data obtained fromthe time schedule, cost estimate plan (RAB),wage price analysis, and project materials,the next step is making the job network and determining the critical pathfor cut and crash method. The results of the study show that the project acceleration can be done up to 82 days or 7 days faster than the normal day, that is 89 days with acceleration cost of Rp. 347.935.000,00 or increased from the normal cost of Rp. 345.390.000,00. The percentage of the selected acceleration time ratio is approximately 6.02% faster than the normal time, while for the acceleration cost is approximately 0.68% greater than the normal cost. Therefore, with this research, the work actually can be completed on December 13, 2016.
AMSM Summary Papers- (Chapter One- Introduction)
Authors: Dahman Mohammed R.
Published: October 2018

In the upcoming some 40 summary papers I will demonstrate a comprehensive view of Applied Multivariate Statistical Modeling. First, I will start with a thorough introduction of AMSM. Then, I will explain the univariate descriptive statistics, sampling distribution, estimation, in addition to hypothesis testing. After that, I will do a comprehensive review of multivariate descriptive statistics, the normal distribution of it, and the inferential statistics. Having we accomplished that, it will be the time to discuss some various models: ANOVA, MANOVA, Multiple Linear Regression, and Multivariate Linear Regression. Furthermore, we will discuss, Principal Component analysis, Factor Analysis, and Cluster Analysis. At the end of this series of summaries, some intro to structural equation modeling (SEM), and correspondence analysis will be discussed. Prerequisite skills are, of which readers must have, basic knowledge of statistics and probability, in addition to some advanced knowledge of linear algebra. I have published summary papers in both disciplines, see the reference page.
STUDI PENCEMARAN LOGAM BERAT KADMIUM (Cd) PADA PERMUKAAN DAN SEDIMEN DI PERAIRAN PANTAI TIDORE KOTA TIDORE KEPULAUAN
Authors: Ainuddin
Published: October 2018

Penelitian ini dilakukan untuk mengetahui konsentrasi logam berat kadmium (Cd) pada permukaan perairan dan pada sedimen dan sekaligus untuk mengetahui kualitas air di perairan Pantai Tidore Kota Tidore Kepulauan. Penelitian ini dilakukan pada 3 stasiun yaitu di Pelabuhan Rum , Pelabuhan Goto dan Pangkalan Pendaratan Ikan (PPI) Kota Tidore Kepulauan.Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian survey dan laboratorium, dimana pengambilan sampel dilakukan secara langsung di lapangan kemudian dianalisis menggunakan Spektrofotometrik Serapan Atom (SSA) yang dilakukan di Laboratorium Balai Teknik Kesehatan Lingkungan dan Pemberantasan Penyakit Menular Kelas I Manado.Berdasarkan hasil pengukuran kualitas perairan di lokasi penelitian ditinjau dari parameter fisika kimia umumnya masih layak untuk kehidupan bagi organisme perairan atau biota laut demikian pula konsentrasi dan bahan pencemar logam berat kadmium (Cd) yang ditemukan baik pada permukaan perairan maupun sedimen di perairan Kota Tidoe Kepulauan sesuai uji laboratorium nilai konsentrasinya masih dibawah ambang batas (NAB) yang diperkenankan.
WELDING DEFECT RATE ANALYSIS AND ITS RECTIFICATION USING SIX SIGMA METHOD DAN FMEA AT PT XYZ
Authors: Kifta Decky Antony
Published: October 2018

In order to achieve the company quality objectives and to promote PT XYZto be the world leading fabricator which produces its products safely, with quality,and meeting the customer’s requirements while remaining competitive, therefore,PT XYZ tries hard to implement zero defect system in its welding production. PTXYZ has monitored the welding defect rate and tried to reduce that rate. Tominimize the defect rate down to zero defect, PT XYZ implements Six Sigmamethod in its welding production system, exercises systematic welding productionand implements FMEA (Failure Mode and Effect Analysis) method in order toreduce failure risk in its welding production. The combination both systems ormethods, i.e. between Six Sigma and FMEA above, when synergicallyimplemented would give promising results in the potential reduction of weld defectrate and in achieving of good quality condition which is product free from failuresor zero defect, and achieving quality objectives as well as maintaining theircustomers.
Testing liberal norms: the public policy and public security derogations and the cracks in European Union citizenship. Working Paper. Legal Studies Research Paper No. 2013-18, University of Warwick
Authors: Ferreira Nuno , Kostakopoulou Dora
Published: October 2018

European Union law has curtailed the traditional discretion Member States have in ordering non-nationals to leave their territory. Although Directive 2004/28 (the Citizenship Directive) has enhanced the system of protection afforded to offending European Union citizens, it still contains a number of cracks that lead to policy incoherence and gaps in rights protection. This is evident in the first rulings on Article 28(3) of Directive 2004/38 concerning the deportation of offending EU citizens. These issues also threaten to transform European Union citizenship from a fundamental status into a thin overlay that, under pressure from national executive power, loses its effect and significance. To be sure, EU citizenship has demonstrated that community belonging does not have to be based on organic-national qualities, cultural commonalities, or individuals' conformity to national values, but the continued deportation of long-term resident Union citizens makes nationality the ultimate determinant of belonging. The subsequent discussion suggests possible remedies and makes recommendations for institutional reform.
Fundamental rights, constitutional principles, and the law of torts: tortfeasors v. tort victims. In: Liability in the third millennium : liber amicorum Gert Brüggemeier. Nomos, pp. 49-84
Authors: Ferreira Nuno
Published: October 2018

There is an increasing effect of fundamental rights outside of the citizen-state relationship, invading domains such as labour law, contract law, family law, and property law. These rights and principles have often served as much more than mere interpretive aids and have become actual substantive rules of law, independent of whether their invocation resulted in a successful or unsuccessful claim. This debate, commonly referred to as the horizontal effect of fundamental rights, has also undoubtedly affected the law of torts. The development of the debate surrounding the horizontal effect of fundamental rights and the readiness of several courts to permit basic rights to influence the outcome of a case, have led to an increasingly decisive role for constitutional texts in the field of torts. The effect of fundamental rights in the field of the law of torts is undoubtedly more often felt in regard to the position of the tort victim, and the entitlement of the victim to damages, rather than in regard to the position of the tortfeasor strictu sensu. By this it is implied that, despite judges sometimes balancing the fundamental rights of both tort victims and tortfeasors, the influence of fundamental rights in the law of torts impacts, most often, directly the position of tort victims, either by strengthening or weakening their position, always concentrating more intensively on their interests. The position of tortfeasors is commonly only affected indirectly, as a consequence of the consideration of the fundamental rights of tort victims. This can be easily illustrated by references to the English, German and Italian jurisdictions, among others.By drawing from scholarly writings and case-law from several European and non-European jurisdictions, this book chapter contributes to a change from the focus on the position of the tort victim to that of the tortfeasor. In order for the law of torts to fulfil and satisfy all its different functions and interests, while simultaneously respecting and promoting commonly accepted legal values, the position of the tortfeasor should be analysed in se, not as a mere reflection of the position of the tort victim. No other instrument could perform this task better than fundamental rights, dynamic tools that they are. In addition, the thorough fulfilment of all fundamental rights equally requires such change in the legal mindset, as the law of torts has to give respect to the fundamental rights of both the tort victim and the tortfeasor in a balanced and just way. A refocus of the debate surrounding the horizontal effect of fundamental rights on the law of torts is therefore proposed, thus also assessing the impact that fundamental rights and principles may have directly on the position of the tortfeasor strictu sensu.
Ferreira, Nuno (2016) [Review] Tarunabh Khaitan (2015) A theory of discrimination law. International Journal of Discrimination and the Law, Volume: 16 issue: 4, page(s): 247-250
Authors: Ferreira Nuno
Published: October 2018

A theory of discrimination law, by Tarunabh Khaitan, is both a significant, well-crafted contribution to the field of discrimination law and a challenge to the reader. In a field so under theorised in comparison to other close fields, such as human rights law and even employment law, this book is a welcome contribution to the increasing effort to understand and conceptualise the workings and development of discrimination law. This is not, however, a particularly accessible piece of work.
Britain First and the UK Independence Party: Social Media and Movement-Party Dynamics
Authors: Davidson Thomas , Berezin Mabel
Published: October 2018

Social movement scholars have recently turned their attention to the interactions between political parties and social movements, but little is known about how social media have impacted these relationships, despite widespread adoption of these technologies. We present a case study of the relationship between Britain First, a far-right anti-Muslim social movement, and the U.K. Independence Party, the Eurosceptic political party that spearheaded the Brexit campaign. The movement appeared marginal in the press but it dominated social media, and used this presence to support to the party. We examine the dynamics of the relationship between these groups from 2013 until 2017, drawing upon data from social media, newspapers, and other online sources, and focusing both interactions on between elites and rank-and-file supporters. Our findings illustrate how far-right groups have used new technologies to generate an unprecedented amount of popular support and to attempt to influence the political mainstream.
Influence of force and duration on stone tool wear: results from experiments with a force-controlled robot
Authors: Pfleging Johannes , Iovita Radu , Buchli Jonas
Published: October 2018

Many studies have shown that micro-wear analysis can identify some parameters such as worked material and motion direction with varying degrees of success. However, because experiments have traditionally been carried out by un-monitored humans, we do not fully understand the role of force in wear formation. Here we compare the amount of wear produced by duration vs. applied force in a controlled experiment and using both the inspection of optical images and quantitative parameters describing surface topography. We used flint flakes attached to a force/ torque controllable robot arm to scrape standardized beech wooden planks under constant force profiles. The force profiles were obtained by previous experiments in scraping described in Pfleging et al. (2015). We varied the force level and use duration among the experiments. Worn pieces were imaged with an Alicona InfiniteFocus G4 microscope and the polished parts of the flakes were analysed using areal field parameters from metrology. The data is publicly available on the internet. Results indicate that use duration contributes more significantly to polish formation than force, confirming assumptions made in human experiments performed in the 1980s. Moreover, simple metrological height parameters appear inadequate for capturing the degree of polish. We conclude that more sophisticated quantitative methods are required to go beyond the subjective human evaluation of optical images to reconstruct past human action.
Craft(ing) Narratives: Specimens, Souvenirs, and “Morsels” in A la Ronde’s Specimen Table
Authors: Gowrley Freya
Published: October 2018

This article explores the relationship between souvenir acquisition and the construction of narrative in the interior decoration of A la Ronde in Devon, home to cousins Jane and Mary Parminter. During their 1796–1811 period of homosocial cohabitation, the Parminters ornamented the property with handcrafted objects and spaces, often fabricated from sou venirs, found objects, and pieces from their family collection. While the secondary literature on A la Ronde emphasizes the appropriateness of so-called feminine crafts such as shell-work and paperwork for the decoration of a female space, this article reveals how the cousins used material objects to create complex domestic, familial, and touristic narratives. Focusing on a specimen table made around 1790, the article situates its production in rela tion to the histories of the Parminter family, their residence in Devon, and their extensive Continental tour. Utilizing frameworks from period travel writing, it demonstrates how the collection and creation of such objects was indivisible from the construction of narrative.
Urban Art Hotels and Gentrification: A Comparative Analysis of Toronto and London, Ontario
Authors: Veitch Michelle
Published: October 2018

This article uses critical geography and cultural studies theories to examine the conversion of three low-income residential hotels into art hotels: the Embassy Hotel in London, Ontario, and the Cameron House and the Gladstone Hotel, both in Toronto. Situating these establishments in the context of culture-led regeneration, I describe the different stages of economic decline and prosperity in the surrounding districts. I develop current literature by analyzing the social and class inequities underlying art-based rebuilding projects that have driven up property values and displaced the urban poor. I suggest that in all three cases the cultural readaptation of the hotels formed part of commercial development and perpetuated the attendant disparities underlying regeneration schemes. However, the proprietors also supported art collectives that engaged in critical cultural practices by reclaiming public city spaces as sites of discord and dissent. In assessing exhibitions and performances, I examine the conflicts and tensions surrounding creative initiatives that both enfranchised and disenfranchised neighbourhood communities. It is precisely the paradoxical workings of art-led revitalization that define the cultural and political histories of hotel redevelopment projects in downtown cores.
China’s Recently Launched English-Language Science and Technology Journals, 2012–16
Authors: Wang Yiming , Fang Qing , Peng Wei
Published: October 2018

This article surveys the publishers, publishing regions, disciplines, and open access status of recently established English-language journals in science and technology in China over a five-year period, 2012–16. It discusses the impetus for launching the journals and the challenges they face.
Analysis of the methods of automated control over multidimensional objects on the basis of intelligent systems
Authors: Chуhur L. Ya.
Published: October 2018

The paper deals with the analysis of automated control over multidimensional objects based on the principles of intelligent systems. At present such systems include decision support systems and expert systems. The main feature of information technology of decision support is a qualitatively new method of organizing the interaction between a man and a computer. The development of solutions is the main purpose of this technology. The similarity of automated control methods based on information technology used in expert systems and decision support systems is that they both provide a high level of decision support. However, in practice, there are significant differences. One of them is that solving a problem in decision support systems reflects the level of its understanding by the user and his ability to get and understand the solution. Another one is in the ability of expert systems to explain this solution and to use the concept of information technology as knowledge. From the perspective of the above features of these systems, we have made a conclusion about the practicability of using expert systems, namely, dynamic, working in real time that allow to quickly and qualitatively carry out automated control in the production. They enable the expert to make the best decision, even if knowledge of the situation goes beyond his competence. An important role in the expert systems development is played by the software environment that is used during its implementation. The article also deals with the functioning and connection of the software product with the outside world - the object-oriented integrated environment G2, on the basis of which many modern expert systems are built. The areas of application of such intelligent systems are determined and some of the tasks that they are solving are outlined.
Biogas from disposal dump waste as automotive fuel
Authors: Dykun T. V. , Haieva L. I. , Demianchuk Ya. M. , Voitsekhivska T. Y. , Hutsuliak Ya. A.
Published: October 2018

The urgency of the problem of the effective use of traditional energy sources and the search for alternative resources is definitely beyond doubt. Today, in Ukraine, the low-calorific gas production potential, which is largely produced by agriculture and industry, in particular biogas, synthesis gas, generating and pyrolysis gases, coal mine, etc., is almost not used. The number of existing domestic plants for the disposal of these gases is negligible, although in most developed countries there are hundreds and thousands of such plants.

One of the most promising sources of energy is the biogas of dumps, which is now emitted into the atmosphere and contaminates it, or burned at flaring facilities. However, the use of biogas as a fuel in a cogeneration unit with a gas engine of internal combustion and cars will, in addition to the efficient utilization of this hazardous substance, provide the consumer with heat and electric energy.
Inhibition of Protein Tyrosine Phosphatase 1B by Lutein Derivatives isolated from Mexican Oregano (Lippia graveolens)
Authors: Perez-Gutierrez R.M.
Published: October 2018

Methanol extract from Lippia graveolens (Mexican oregano) was studied in order to identify inhibitory bioactives for protein tyrosine phosphatase 1B (PTP1B). Known flavone as lutein (1), and another flavone glycoside such as lutein-7-o-glucoside (2), 6-hydroxy-lutein-7-ohexoside (3) and lutein-7-o-ramnoide (4) were isolated from methanol extract of aerial parts of the Lippia graveolens. All isolates were identified based on extensive spectroscopic data analysis, including UV, IR, NMR, MS and compared with spectroscopic data previously reported. These flavones were evaluated for PTP1B inhibitory activity. Among them, compounds 1 and 3 displayed potential inhibitory activity against PTP1B with IC50 values of 7.01 ± 1.25 μg/ml and 18.4 μg/ml, respectively. In addition, compound 2 and 4 showed moderate inhibitory activity with an IC50 value of 23.8 ± 6.21 and 67.8 ± 5.80 μg/ml respectively. Among the four compounds, luteolin was found to be the most potent PTP1B inhibitor compared to the positive control ursolic acid, with an IC50 value of 8.12 ± 1.06 μg/ml. These results indicate that flavonoids constituents contained in Lippia graveolens can be considered as a natural source for the treatment of type 2 diabetes.
Клініко-анамнестична характеристика та перебіг госпітального періоду захворювання у хворих молодого віку з гострим коронарним синдромом з елевацією сегмента ST
Authors: Parkhomenko O. M. , Lutay Ya. M. , Irkin O. I. , Bilyi D. O. , Stepura A. O. , Kushnir S. P. , Skarzhevskyi O. A. , Shumakov O. V.
Published: October 2018

The aim – to compare the clinical, anamnestic characteristics and course of in-hospital period in patients of different age groups with ST-elevation acute coronary syndrome.
Material and methods. Were analyzed the data of 835 patients with ST-elevation acute coronary syndrome admitted to the emergency departments from January 2000 to December 2015. Patients were divided into two groups: I group – < 45 years of age (n=189), II group ≥ 45 years (n=646).
Results. The average age of patients in the I group was (37.8±6.5) years, in the II group – 59.3±8.1 years (Р<0.0001). Among the patients in group I there were more men (Р<0.0001). The mean body mass index (BMI) in young patients was 28.7±4.6 kg/m2 compared to 27.8±4.2 kg/m2 in group II (Р<0.021). The frequency of diabetes mellitus in patients of the I group was 4.2 %, arterial hypertension – 41.8 %. Young patients were much less likely to have a history of myocardial infarction or stroke and concomitant heart failure. The anterior localization of myocardial infarction in group I patients was registered in 59.8 % cases vs 51.9 % in the II group, Р=0.045; there were no significant differences regar­­ding frequency of posterior and lateral infarctions. The average time from the development of symptoms to hospitalization in the I group was 9.7±7.6 hours, and in group II – 4.5±5.3 hours (Р<0.001).
Conclusions. Patients under 45 years of age with ST-elevation acute coronary syndrome are heterogeneous. The most important risk factors for the development of AMI in these patients are smoking, overweight and heredity. Hypertension and diabetes mellitus in young patients were much less frequent than in the older age group. In-hospital course of AMI in young patients was more favorable with fewer complications.
Ближайшие и отдаленные результаты наблюдения за пациентами, перенесшими острый инфаркт миокарда с подъемом сегмента ST и ургентное стентирование венечных артерий
Authors: Babii L. M. , Shumakov V. O. , Pogurelska O. P. , Khomenko Yu. O. , Kisilevich L. F.
Published: October 2018

The aim – to study clinical and functional characteristics of patients with ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI), the terms of urgent percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), the coronary artery lesions, gender and age, the parameters of intracardiac hemodynamics depending on the time to PCI; to assess the end-points at 1 year follow-up.Material and methods. Between Feb till May 2015 we conducted a single-center prospective study and enrolled 108 patients with STEMI that underwent PCI (coronary angiography with stenting). We analyzed the terms of PCI after acute coronary syndrome symptoms onset, demographic, anamnestic, clinical, echocardiographic, angiographic data, as well as characteristics of interventions. We studied end-points, such as death, recurrent non-fatal MI, unstable angina, at 12 months follow-up after STEMI. Data on clinical outcomes were available in 100 of 108 patients (92.6 %).Results. According to the study results, half of STEMI patients underwent PCI within 3.5 hours; only 20.4 % patients – within the optimal time window (up to 2 hours); 60 % of patients – from 2 to 6 hours. Only 47 % of patients underwent complete revascularization. However, stenotic lesions ≥ 70 % were identified in 40 % of patients. Severe coronary lesions, suitable for CABG, were detected in 14 % of cases. Large LV aneurysm with intramural thrombus formation was diagnosed in 4 % of patients. Females, compared to males, were older, with the more prevalent concomitant hypertension and diabetes mellitus. Only 33 % of patients were judged as low-risk patients, according to the PAMI-II criteria. At 1 year follow-up, 3 % patients died from recurrent MI. These patients had single- or two-vessel disease, with stenting of the culprit artery. Among patients suitable for CABG, surgical revascularization was performed only in 1/3 cases.Conclusions. The registry data allow to assess the profile of STEMI patients undergoing PCI, as well as short-term (at discharge) and long-term (at 1 year follow-up) outcomes.