bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Advanced abdominal pregnancy with dead foetus: a case report
Authors: Htay Mila Nu Nu , Than Nan Nitra , Kyaw Soe Htoo Htoo , Moe Soe , Abas Adinegara Lutfi
Published: July 2017

Abdominal pregnancy is a rare form of ectopic pregnancy in which the zygote implanted within the peritoneal cavity exception at ovaries, fallopian tubes and intra ligament spaces. The diagnosis is challenging and can be missed especially when the imaging facilities are not available in remote areas.A 35 years old, G3P2+0 was admitted to the hospital at 38+2 weeks of pregnancy with the chief complaint of reduced foetal movement for three days. She was taking regular antenatal care with the midwife at the rural health centre and uneventful until 37 weeks of pregnancy. On physical examination, the abdomen was distended, the foetal parts were easily palpable, no visible foetal movement and the foetal heart sound was not audible. Abdominal ultrasound scan identified the term foetus of abdominal pregnancy without foetal cardiac activity. The patient underwent laparotomy and dead, male foetus was extracted uneventfully. The placenta was attached to intestines and mesentery so that which was removed with great caution and secured haemostasis. The mother’s condition was stable throughout the operation and did not need to give the blood transfusion. The sutures were removed after 7 days and the healthy patient discharged from the hospital.Abdominal pregnancy is a rare condition and the diagnosis can be missed during the antenatal period and hence it is crucial to raise the awareness of health care personals especially in remote areas. The suspicious case of abdominal pregnancy should be referred to the experienced clinicians in the centres with diagnosis facilities.
Large pelvic mass - careful planning - can decrease the morbidity
Authors: Kankanala Jyoti
Published: July 2017

We report a case of a 43-year old woman with a 24-26 weeks size pelvic mass, inspite of CT contrast pelvis the exact location of mass remained unclear. At laparotomy, it was found to be a broad ligament multilobulated leiomyoma measuring 20-24cm and weighing, approximately 1400gms. We are reporting this to emphasize the importance of planning a case and involving different team members in case of large mass with an anticipation of complications and also a pathologist a day prior about the need for frozen section.
Gastroschisis-can be prevented?
Authors: Guru Mahesweta , Patil Shefali
Published: July 2017

Gastroschisis is a congenital anterior abdominal wall defect, adjacent and usually to the right of the umbilical cord insertion. Gastroschisis has no covering sac and no associated syndromes. This differentiates it from an omphalocele, which usually is covered by a membranous sac. G4P3L1D2 by date 37 weeks by scan 37 weeks (17.2) Ultrasonography S/O Gastrochisis delivered a male baby of 2.4kg and was shifted to the NICU. The exposed contents were given cellulose dressing. On post-natal day 2 baby was taken for abdominal wall repair. Baby was started on Ryle’s tube feeding and was further managed by the neonatologist.
Carneous mole in a depressed patient: a diagnostic dilemma
Authors: Bhagat Nisha , Raj Rajnish
Published: July 2017

Carneous mole is a pathological variant of missed abortion of a fetus less than 12 weeks. It’s medically managed by giving repeated doses of misoprostol with or without dilatation and curettage. Due to ambiguity in diagnosis and misleading clinical examination and investigations, surgical exploration was considered as the best approach. The case of carneous mole with depression is reported because of its rarity; as in this case, ammenorrhea was the only presenting complaint and all other laboratory tests, investigations and radiological report failed to detect carneous mole, which was diagnosed incidentally on exploratory laparotomy.
A Study on Voltametric Electro-kinetic Mechanism of Catechol at l-glutamic Acid-Carbon Paste Sensor
Authors: Abrha Tadesse , Pal Rishi , Saini R. C.
Published: July 2017

Quinones and quinoles, the pervasive components of living organism, perform different biochemical and physiological activities. These compounds have found their widespread applications as life saving drugs in cancer chemotherapy, antioxidant, anti bacterial and antifungal agents. These contribute as components of biological electron transfer chains located indifferent body parts. Electrochemical redox behavior of catechol using cyclic and differential pulse voltammetry at the surface of ℓ-glutamic acid modified carbon paste sensor was observed quite sensitive. There was a remarkable increase in the magnitude of both peak currents of catechol at the surface of modified electrode as compared to that of bare carbon paste electrode. Optimizations of working parameters for both techniques have been performed to perk up the working efficiency during experimentation. The electrochemical process occurs under both the diffusion and adsorption controlled conditions. The kinetic parameters such as heterogeneous electron transfer rate constant for electrode process (Kh), diffusion coefficient (D), standard rate constant of surface reaction (k°), electron transfer coefficient (α) and the average surface concentrations of electro-active species (χ1&χ2) at the electro-chemical barriers catechol/o-quinone radical and o-quinone radical/o-quinone were calculated. The calculated value of Kh lie in close vicinity to limiting value of a complete irreversible process and in far range of quasi-reversible process. In the higher range of applied scan rates at lower potentials of the used potential window, the forward scan revealed the formation of well stable reaction intermediate, at relatively slower rate. This is the rate determining step of the oxidation process but in case of reduction pulse of the same scan rate, there is no indication of any reduction intermediate moieties. The chemical process during electrochemical oxidation of catechol follows pseudo first order kinetics. Furthermore, a two step oxidation, Electronic-Chemical-Electronic-Chemical reactions (ECEC) mechanism has been proposed and single step reduction has been observed for the coupled redox process at the sensor/analyte interface.
“I’m not really healed … I’m just bandaged up”: Perceptions of healing among former students of Indian residential schools
Authors: Carr Tracey , Chartier Brian , Dadgostari Tina
Published: July 2017

Attempts at resolution between former students of Indian residential schools and the non-Aboriginal Canadian population began with the signing of the Indian Residential Schools Settlement Agreement in 2006. The Settlement Agreement outlined provisions for the Truth and Reconciliation Commission to document the stories of former students and for the Resolution Health Support Program to offer emotional and cultural support to former students and their families. Although former students have catalogued their stories through the Truth and Reconciliation Commission process, experiences of healing from the events of Indian residential schools remain relatively unknown. The purpose of this qualitative study was to explore the perceptions of healing among former Indian residential school students. In partnership with an Aboriginal support agency in a small Saskatchewan city, we interviewed 10 Aboriginal people affected by residential schools. The focus of the interviews was to generate participants’ conceptions and experiences of healing regarding their residential school experiences. We found all participants continued to experience physical, mental, emotional, and/or spiritual impacts of residential school attendance. Disclosure of their experiences was an important turning point for some participants. Their efforts to move on varied from attempting to “forget” about their experience to reconnecting with their culture and/or following their spiritual, religious, or faith practices. Participants also noted the profound intergenerational effects of residential schools and the need for communities to promote healing. The findings will be used to guide an assessment of the healing needs among this population in Saskatchewan.
Математична модель багаторежимної системи визначення повної просторової орієнтації рухомого об’єкта
Authors: Sushchenko Olha
Published: July 2017

Мета: У статті представлено математичний опис системи визначення просторової орієнтації рухомого об’єкта, яка може бути використана у високоточних системах стратегічного призначення. Методи дослідження: Для розв’язання даної проблеми було використано класичну теорію механіки, теорію гіроскопів та теорію інерціальної навігації. Результати: Отримано повну математичну модель платформної системи визначення просторової орієнтації, включаючи опис різних режимів функціонування. Представлено результати моделювання. Висновки: Представлені результати підтверджують ефективність запропонованих моделей. Розроблені математичні моделі можуть бути корисними для навігаційних систем рухомих об’єктів широкого класу.
Регулювання потоку автотранспорту з урахуванням інтервалу руху
Authors: Hul Аndrew
Published: July 2017

Мета: У роботі показано, що регулювання транспортного потоку особливо актуально в умовах становлення розвитку інфраструктури. Метою роботи було показати, що завданнями світлофорного регулювання є мінімізація і, по можливості, виключення зустрічі конфліктуючих потоків транспортних засобів. Автори показують, що прикладним аспектом роботи є оптимізація роботи світлофорів для усунення заторної ситуації й гарантування безпеки всіх учасників руху. Методи дослідження: Методами, використаними в роботі є: порівняльний – для вибору найкращого технічного рішення, техніко-економічний – для перевірки математичного апарату, а також інженерний – для практичного втілення пропонованого технічного рішення. Результати: показані передумови організації роботи по введенню світлофорного регулювання на основі розрахунку циклу роботи світлофорного об'єкта. Пропонується тривалість циклу більше 120 с, оскільки при більш тривалому очікуванні дозволяючого сигналу водії можуть вважати світлофор несправним і почати рух на заборонний сигнал. Обговорення: У висновку статті виявлено, що варіативні форми регулювання роботи перехрестя можуть бути використані також і для загального зняття напруги на дорогах загального користування. Запропоновано методики апробації для дороги нового типу.
Екологічна оцінка антропогенно-змінених систем р. Ірпінь
Authors: Madzhd Svitlana , Kulynych Yana , Iavniuk Adrian
Published: July 2017

Мета: вивчення взаємодії природних та антропогенних факторів та їхніх наслідків у системі «природне середовище (р. Ірпінь) – антропогенно-змінене середовище (р.Нивка)». Методи: для визначення структурно-функціональних змін техногенно забруднених гідроекосистем були застосовані гідрохімічні, токсикологічні та біологічні методи, а також методи математичної статистики для обробки та узагальнення отриманих експериментальних даних. Результати: запропоновано визначати  динаміку змін механізму біотичної саморегуляції під впливом модифікуючих (антропогенних) факторів, на прикладі системи із двох складових –  «природне середовище (р.Ірпінь) – антропогенно змінене середовище (р.Нивка, права притока р.Ірпінь)». Запропоновано додатково розширити можливості екологічної оцінки за рахунок впровадження інтегрального показника −  індекса екологічної відповідності. Обговорення: отримані результати обумовлюють необхідність подальшого дослідження структурно-функціональних особливостей розвитку гідроекосистеми р.Ірпінь у просторі і часі. Оцінка впливу антропогенних факторів на стан гідроекосистеми дозволить скорегувати природоохоронну діяльність стосовно покращення екологічного стану об'єкта рибогосподарського і рекреаційного призначення р.Ірпінь. Об’єднання р. Нивка та р. Ірпінь в єдину систему  «природне середовище-антропогенно змінене сереовище» дозволить отримати об’єктивну оцінку антропогенних змін в гідроекосистемах. Введення індексу екологічної відповідності дозволить в повній мірі охарактеризувати інтенсивність внутрішньоводоймених процесів у річках.
Аналіз впливу механічного перемішування на ефективність культивування мікроскопічних міцеліальних грибів
Authors: Motronenko Valentyna , Ruzhynska Luidmyla , Chumak Vitalii , Galkin Oleksandr
Published: July 2017

Мета: За існуючими літературними даними провести порівняльний аналіз впливу режимів перемішування на життєздатність та продуктивність міцеліальних грибів при глибинному культивуванні. А також підібрати режим культивування при якому вихід кінцевого продукту буде максимальним. Методи: У розглянутих статтях проводили дослідження режимів перемішування в лабораторних ферментерах з механічними перемішуючими пристроями. Досліди проводили для обраного типу мішалки, змінюючи частоту обертання перемішуючого пристрою в апараті. Результати: З проведеного аналізу видно, що важливу роль при глибинному культивуванні відіграє інтенсивність механічного перемішування. В середньому, кількість обертів мішалки становить 120-   180 об/хв.
Аеронавігаційна англійська: аналіз окремих комунікативних стратегій, що використовуються персоналом-носіями англійської мови під час спілкування з персоналом с 4-м рівнем володіння англійською мовою
Authors: Borowska Anna
Published: July 2017

Аеронавігаційна англійська відрізняється від загальної англійської, тому вона повинна вивчатись і носіями англійської мови. Автор посилається на особливу роль цієї групи учасників спілкування, яку вони відіграють у аеронавігаційній комунікації. У статті піднімається питання про авіаційну англійську мову з використанням відібраних комунікативних стратегій, які використовуються носіями англійської мови під час усного спілкування з партнерами-неносіями англійської мови з 4-м операційним рівнем володіння за шкалою ІКАО. В статті досліджується придатність таких стратегій на реальних прикладах. З цих позицій стає очевидним, що, в цілях уникнення непорозуміння, всі учасники аеронавігаційного спілкування повинні застосовувати комунікативні стратегії незалежно від їхнього статуса носія-неносія англійської мови
Вдосконалення правового регулювання патентної охорони винахідницької діяльності в контексті законодавства
Authors: Philyk Nataliya , Omelchenko Hanna
Published: July 2017

Мета: з’ясувати правову природу відносин, що виникають у зв'язку з реєстрацією об'єктів патентного права. В даній статті автори досліджують особливості правового регулювання винахідницької діяльності. Розглянуті окремі питання патентування об’єктів патентного права, а також уточнюється правова природа відносин, які складаються з приводу реєстрації прав на об’єкти патентного права. Методи дослідження: для аналізу правового регулювання у сфері патентної охорони винахідницької діяльності в контексті законодавства використано метод індукції, системний підхід, формально-юридичний та case-study методи. Результати: в процесі дослідження акцентується увага на недоліках чинного законодавства, та формуються основні напрямки вдосконалення чинного законодавства у відповідності до міжнародно-правових норм в контексті охорони об’єктів патентного права. Окрему увагу присвячено аналізу основних загроз порушень патентного права та шляхи їх подолання. Висновки: отримані результати підтверджують підвищення ефективності системи захисту інтелектуальної власності за рахунок інституційних змін і змін в правовому регулюванні результатів винахідницької діяльності та матимуть позитивний вплив на реформування системи охорони інтелектуальної власності в Україні. Таким чином, подальше вдосконалення законодавства у сфері правового регулювання патентної охорони винахідницької діяльності є необхідним для забезпечення його ефективності та відповідності викликам сьогодення.
The effectiveness of behaviour based safety (BBS) in accident prevention at a pine timber processing plant in Nyanga District, Zimbabwe
Authors: Jerie Steven , Baldwin Jenya
Published: July 2017

The aim of this study was to assess the effectiveness of Behaviour Based Modelling (BBM) in the timber processing operations at a pine timber processing plant in Nyanga district in Eastern Zimbabwe. A detailed descriptive study was undertaken on the effectiveness of BBM in the timber processing operations. A sample size of 20% of all the employees directly involved in timber processing operations was used in data collection. Direct field observations, interviews and questionnaires surveys were used as primary sources of data collection. Secondary data was acquired from the division`s local clinic and the Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) department at the timber processing plant. Data collected was analysed using the statistical and descriptive methods. The study showed that BBM is accomplishing its intended goals although management support could increase with the prime focus centered on timber processing operations. Improvements on the existing operational procedures of Behaviour Based Modelling could, however, improve its effectiveness. The Safety, Health and Environment department should ensure that employees have the right to refuse to work under unsafe and unhealthy work conditions. Management must ensure that hazards and risks are eliminated   prior to employees commencing the work.  The procurement of Personal Protective Equipment/Clothing must be improved so as to allow the outright applicability of BBM.
Characterization and evaluation of plant growth promoting Pseudomonas isolated from rhizosphere of Acacia nilotica and Albizia lebbeck
Authors: Hussain S. K.  Althaf , Banoth Hussain , Govindu Dayakar , Srinivas P.
Published: July 2017

A total of 65 bacterial isolates from 10 different locations of the test plants i.e. Acacia nilotica and Albizia lebbeck in Godavari belt region were screened. Of which, seven isolates showed positive response to plant growth promoting characteristics like Indole Acetic Acid [IAA), production of volatile toxic substances like Hydrogen sulfide [H2S) and Hydrogen cyanide [HCN) that are antagonistic in nature. These screened isolates were tested for germination efficiency on test plant seeds. It was found that Isolate number-13[Ps-13] was very efficient on seed germination. To test the efficient combination of bioinoculants, the best plant growth promoting Pseudomonas species was applied to test plants along with other standard microbial bioinoculants and the result showed that Pseudomonas along with Glomus species [Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungus] gave best results for Albizia lebbeck. Rhizobium and Pseudomonas combination was found to be best for Acacia nilotica.
Soil structure of pistachio cultivation areas in Turkey and comparison with border lines
Authors: Ceyhan D. Isler , Can C. , Sarpkaya K. , Kalkancý N.
Published: July 2017

Pistachio orchards and the frontier zone which had been laid with mines for a long time were determined as research area. Soil samples from mined area, cultural practices applied (use of pesticides, soil tillage and artificial fertilizers) and naturally growing pistachio orchards were taken to compare physical, chemical, biological characteristics and heavy metal contents.
Experimental soils generally consisted of clay, clayey-loamy, silted-loamy, sandy loamy clay and loamy, included alkali-reaction and were limy. The soil samples were salt-free and inadequate in terms of organic substances and total amount of N. The amount of K and Mg was fairly at high-levels and soil samples were poor in terms of extractive content of Fe. Moreover, amount of Mn and Zn was very low. Soil samples of our research area included high toxic level of lead. While there was a significant difference (P less than 0.05) among all areas in respect to the number of total aerobic mesophilic viable, it was found that the least number was in the mine fields and the highest number was in fields which were treated. The data obtained through this study is the first report on detailed soil structure analyses of the pistachio orchards and their comparison with mined area in Turkey.
Character Association Study Among Components of Green Fodder Yield in Ricebean
Authors: Kujur Monica Jyoti , Bilaiya S. K. , Mehta A.K.
Published: July 2017

Ricebean has been categorized as underutilized crop despite its nutritive quality and fodder yielding ability benign higher than other legumes of Vigna family. In addition to its nutritive value, this crop is fairly resistant to drought and flood conditions. The purpose of this paper is to provide important traits for direct selection of fodder yielding ricebean genotypes through analysis of phenotypic and genotypic association and path coefficient. In the present study, the degree of association between yield and yield contributing attributes were estimated in 85 germplasm lines for nineteen quantitative traits so that direct selection of the promising traits may be effective for the improvement of yield potential of future genotypes of ricebean. Correlation studies indicated that green fodder yield per plant was significantly and positively associated with green fodder yield per day, number of leaves per plant, number of branches per plant, crude protein yield per plant, crude protein yield per plant per day, dry matter yield per plant, dry matter yield per plant per day, leaf stem ratio and plant height at both genotypic and phenotypic levels. Path coefficient revealed that green fodder yield per plant per day has highest direct effect and significant positive correlation towards yield. Other traits, crude protein yield per plant, dry matter yield per plant per day, days to 50% flowering, days to flower initiation and plant height were also found to be important fodder yield indicators in ricebean.
Regulation of flowering in acid lime (Citrus aurantifolia Swingle)
Authors: Prabhu M. , Parthiban S. , Kumar A. Ramesh , Usha Rani B. , Jayasamundeeswari A.
Published: July 2017

India is the largest producer of acid lime in the world and they are used as fresh fruit or for the preparation of pickles and beverages. They are rich in vitamin C, minerals and salts. The seasonality of production leads to market glut which results in poor returns to the farmers. Hence, an experiment was conducted to manipulate and regulate flowering by using various plant growth regulators viz., GA­3 and cycocel, chemicals viz., KNO3 and salicylic acid at 11 different treatment combinations. The experiment was conducted in randomized block design (RBD) and each treatment was replicated thrice. The age of the trees was seven years and the variety used was PKM1. The experiment conducted in four consecutive years. The experimental results showed that there were significant differences among the treatments. Acid lime trees sprayed with GA3 50 ppm in June + cycocel 1000 ppm in September + KNO3 2% in October recorded the highest number of fruits tree-1 (1003), weight of fruits (48.60 g) and average fruit yield (28.96 kg tree-1). The same treatment registered the highest values for juice content (32.13 %), TSS (7.29o Brix) and ascorbic acid content (32.56 mg / 100ml).
Impact of climate change on yields of major agricultural crops in Tripura
Authors: Chakraborty Bhargabi , Hazari Sujoy
Published: July 2017

The impact of climate change is studied in many aspects in different locations in the country and it is concluded that there is high impact on agriculture compared to any other sector in the country. In the present study, long time (1996-2015) weather variables have been analyzed to trend changes using non-parametric Mann Kendall test in Tripura (2309408‘N latitude, 9109882‘ E longitude), located in the North-Eastern Hill Regions of India, representing agro-climatic zone of Mild Tropical Plain Zone. Significant rise in temperature, confounding rainfall amount, distribution and frequency variability, decline in atmospheric evaporative demand via complementary relationship with relative humidity provides sufficient indication that like other parts of India and the Tripura located at NE Region is also experiencing the regional impact of climate change, though the magnitude of change may not be the same. The Evaporation and Relative humidity effects have been found significant almost all the crops, indicating that inclusion of spatial fixed effects in climate model is important for controlling time-invariant location specific characteristics. The annual rainfall was found to be significant effect to rice productivity and temperature was significant to the crop line maize and groundnut.
Influence of integrated nutrient management on growth, yield parameters and yield in French bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.)
Authors: Barcchiya Jayashri , Kushwah S. S.
Published: July 2017

An investigation was carried out during rabi season of 2013-14 at vegetable farm, College of Horticulture, Mandsaur (Gwalior) to study the effect of integrated nutrient management on growth, yield parameters and yield in French bean. The treatments comprised six nutrient levels N1, N2, N3, N4, N5 and N6 and three varieties viz., Arka Komal (V1), Contender (V2) and Swarna Priya (V3). It was noticed that application of nutrient levels and varieties had significant influence on growth, yield and yield parameters. Nutrient level N4 [Vermicompost (10t/ha) + N (50kg/ha) + Rhizobium (15g/kg seed) + PSB (15g/kg seed) + P2O5 (80kg/ha) + K2O (80kg/ha)] recorded the maximum plant height (57.92cm), fresh weight of shoot (43.70g), dry weight of shoot (11.33g), number of pod per plant (31.81), pod length (15.55cm), shelling percent (76.87%), harvest index (26.82%), seed yield per plant (17.35g) and seed yield per hectare (25.22q). The maximum days for 50 per cent flowering were taken with the application of N6 nutrient level which was significantly higher over other nutrient levels. Among the varieties Swarna Priya (V3) recorded the highest growth, yield parameters and yield in French bean. Earliest 50% flowering was recorded in variety Contender followed by Arka Komal.
Determination of forage yield and quality of mixtures of hairy vetch with some cereals (oat, barley and wheat) grown as catch crop
Authors: Çarpici Emine Budakli
Published: July 2017

This experiment was conducted to determine the effects of mixture rates of hairy vetch with oat, barley and wheat on dry matter yield and its quality and to determine the suitable mixture when grown as catch crop at Uludag University, Faculty of Agriculture, Agricultural Research and Application Center, Bursa Turkey during 2011-2012 and 2012-2013 growing seasons. The experimental plant entries were Menemen-79 variety of hairy vetch, Faikbey cultivar of oat, Akhisar-98 cultivar of barley and Flamura cultivar of wheat. Nine mixtures (25 % oat:75 % hairy vetch, 50 % oat:50 % hairy vetch, 75 % oat:25 % hairy vetch, 25 % barley:75 % hairy vetch, 50 % barley:50 % hairy vetch, 75 % barley:25 % hairy vetch, 25 % wheat:75 % hairy vetch, 50 % wheat:50 % hairy vetch, 75 % wheat:25 % hairy vetch) were used. Several parameters such as dry matter yield, leaf area index, light interception, crude protein content and yield; ADF (acid detergent fiber) and NDF (neutral detergent fiber) contents and relative feed value have been examined in the experiment. The highest dry matter yield was obtained from the mixtures of 50 % oat:50 % hairy vetch (12 040 kg ha-1) and 75 % oat:25 % hairy vetch (11 748 kg ha-1). According to the two-year results, the higher and quality hay yield (low in ADF and NDF values, high in relative feed value) was produced at 50 % oat:50 % hairy vetch mixture, and this mixture have been proposed to the experimental conditions due to its suitability.
Temperature induction response and accumulation of starch granules as indices to identify the thermotolerance of pulses at early growth stages
Authors: Partheeban C. , Vijayaraghavan H. , Sowmyapriya S. , Srividhya S. , Vijayalakshmi D.
Published: July 2017

In pulses, high temperature is a major limiting factor for yield decline. Tamil Nadu has a rich pulse germplasm with high genetic variability. Hence, the present study was designed to develop a technique to screen genotypes for high temperature tolerance. A rapid screening protocol was developed based on the principle of “acquired tolerance”. Adapting this temperature induction response (TIR) technique to pulses, popular varieties of TNAU pulses of blackgram (VBG-07-001, VBG-08-003), redgram (CO-6, VBN-2) and soybean (CO-1, CO-2) were screened for thermotolerance. The challenging lethal temperature was standardized as 50°C for 3 hours at which 90 per cent of the seedling mortality occured. The induction temperature was standardized as 36°C to 40°C at which 48.3 per cent of growth reduction over control was noticed. Blackgram showed higher thermotolerance than other pulses in terms of survival percentage and seedling growth. Blackgram seeds showing contrasting behaviour to temperature stress tolerance namely VBG-07-001(tolerant) and VBG-08-003 (susceptible) were analysed for the accumulation and distribution of starch granules responsible for the grain filling under heat stress.
Severe Gingival Ulceration and Necrosis Caused by an Antithyroid Drug: One Case Report and Proposed Clinical Approach
Authors: Chang Ying‐Ying , Tseng Chih‐Wen , Yuan Kuo
Published: July 2017

Introduction

Diffuse gingival ulceration and necrosis is one of the major manifestations of neutropenia or agranulocytosis. Acquired neutropenia can be induced by many medications. Severe oral pain might induce a patient to seek the help of a dentist. It is important for dentists to be familiar with drug‐induced neutropenia and its associated oral manifestations.

Case Presentation

An Asian woman was diagnosed with Graves disease (hyperthyroidism) and was treated with methimazole for about 6 weeks when oral symptoms first occurred. Sore throat, fever, and extensive, painful gingival necrosis were her chief complaints when she visited the emergency department. Methimazole‐induced neutropenia was diagnosed based on her blood tests and medical history. Methimazole was replaced with a range of treatments, including injections of broad spectrum antibiotics and granulocyte colony stimulating factor. Superficial debridement and a chlorhexidine plus lidocaine mouthwash were used to control her periodontal microbiota. Within 1 week, blood data of the patient had returned to normal, and the severity of oral symptoms began to diminish. Complete healing of the gingival tissues was noted 8 months after she had been discharged from the hospital.

Conclusions

Methimazole induces neutropenia and subsequent gingival ulceration and necrosis in some patients. Early confirmation of the effect of methimazole and early discontinuation of the drug are the first steps to recovery. Reducing bacterial load by chemotherapeutic methods and maintaining acceptable oral hygiene are important to control the disease.
A bravura do gosto
Authors: Hardt Lúcia Schneider , Moura Rosana Silva de , Mafalda Rodrigo
Published: July 2017

O gosto parece ser uma antítese da decadência. O gosto é uma luta constante consigo mesmo. Uma luta contra o nosso tempo, não se deixar levar pela fala rasa, única e para todos. Quais fios aprisionam o gosto para convertê-lo em unidade? Em que medida o gosto ganha credibilidade quando atinge a maioria. O tema do gosto nos alcançou por meio da obra de F. Nietzsche, O Caso Wagner – Nietzsche contra Wagner, em cujo texto o filósofo realiza uma crítica de si mesmo e também de Wagner enquanto sintoma de uma época. Nesse ponto introduzimos o debate sobre o gosto em outro cenário: o da educação. Gosto de dar à cultura e à formação um espaço para Dioniso.
Studi Eksplanatori Survei Tentang Pengaruh Chatting Melalui Facebook Terhadap Komunikasi Tatap Muka Remaja dalam Keluarga di Provinsi Jawa Barat dan Banten
Authors: Takariani C. Suprapti Dwi
Published: July 2017

Komunikasi dalam sebuah keluarga merupakan suatu hal yang hakiki, karena komunikasi yang baik akan menjadikan keluarga selalu harmonis. Sejalan dengan kehadiran facebook komunikasi tatap muka dalam keluarga mulai berkurang intensitasnya. Permasalahan dalam penelitian ini adalah sejauhmana pengaruh chatting melalui facebook terhadap komunikasi tatap muka remaja dalam keluarga? Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui pengaruh intensitas, daya tarik dan ketergantungan chatting melalui facebook terhadap komunikasi tatap muka remaja dalam keluarga. Pendekatan penelitian ini bersifat kuantitatif dengan menggunakan metode survei eksplanatoris yaitu suatu penelitian penjelasan terhadap peristiwa atau keadaan (explanation). Karenanya teknik pengambilan samplingnya menggunakan multistage cluster sampling. Uji validitas menggunakan formula hitung korelasi Pearson Product Moment, pengujian reliabilitas menggunakan formula hitung Alpha Cronbach.Untuk menguji hipotesis digunakan analisis Regresi Linear Berganda. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa intensitas chatting, daya tarik chatting, ketergantungan chatting melalui facebook berpengaruh secara signifikan terhadap variabel komunikasi tatap muka remaja dalam keluarga di Provinsi Jawa Barat dan Banten, meskipun kontribusi pengaruh dari ke tiga dimensi tersebut berbeda-beda. Daya tarik chatting melalui facebook paling besar pengaruhnya.
Perilaku Pemenuhan dan Penyebaran Informasi Publik Bagi Masyarakat Kota dan Desa
Authors: Rumata Vience Mutiara
Published: July 2017

Di era informasi seperti sekarang ini, ketersediaan informasi dan akses yang semakin mudah akibat internet telah membawa tantangan bagi Kementerian Komunikasi dan Informatika sebagai pengelola komunikasi publik. Tingkat penetrasi internet di Indonesia terus tumbuh tiap tahunnya. Namun, apakah ini mencerminkan bahwa internet menjadi sumber informasi publik? Penelitian ini mengeksplorasi perilaku pemenuhan kebutuhan informasi serta diseminasi informasi masyarakat kota dan desa. Metode penelitian ini adalah kuantitatif dengan pengumpulan data primer melalui penyebaran kuesioner di 12 provinsi di Indonesia yang telah dipilih dengan teknik probability sampling secara bertahap dan  perkiraan margin of error sebesar 2% dengan jumlah sampel mencapai 2.500 orang melalui kish grid. Metode analisis data adalah statistik deskriptif dengan hasil yaitu: persepsi responden mengenai akses terhadap informasi kebijakan pemerintah cukup baik meski popularitas media resmi Kementerian maupun Dinas Kominfo lebih rendah dibandingkan televisi. Faktor kedekatan interpersonal dan lingkungan sosial juga memengaruhi seseorang mendapatkan dan menyebarkan informasi. Komunikasi tatap muka merupakan saluran utama dalam penyebaran informasi baik di kota maupun desa.
Revitalización urbana y calidad de vida en el sector central de las ciudades de Montreal y México
Authors: Tello Campos Carlos Alberto
Published: July 2017

El abandono y consiguiente despoblamiento del sector central asociado a una desenfrenada expansión y poblamiento de los sectores periféricos de muchas de las grandes ciudades norteamericanas como Montreal y México, es un problema de actualidad muy difícil de resolver. Encontrar las causas que provocan dicho proceso se convierte en una necesidad crítica para mejorar el diseño de políticas urbanas que promuevan la re-utilización del espacio central, desalentando la utilización de los periféricos.En función de diversos programas urbanos tanto Canadienses como Mexicanos implementados al momento en el sector central de las dos ciudades mencionadas, ésta tesis se apoya en dos estudios de campo y los correspondientes análisis estadísticos de correlación y de regresión entre otros, para explicar el estado que el continuo revitalización urbana-calidad de vida-calidad del lugar guarda en el sector central de los casos de estudio desde la propia perspectiva de sus residentes.Los resultados informan que en revitalización urbana, los residentes Canadienses favorecen más a los atributos de calidad del lugar mientras que sus homólogos Mexicanos favorecen más a los de calidad de vida.ABSTRACT: The neglect and further depopulation in many of the large North American cities’ inner-cores such as Montreal and Mexico coupled with sprawl and repopulation in their peripheral areas is very much a today’s problem difficult to solve. Finding out the causes that incite that process becomes a critical need to improve the design of urban policies that promote the re-utilization of the central space, to discourage the equivalent in the peripherals one.Taking into account several urban Canadian and Mexican programs already implemented on those cities’ inner cores, this thesis makes use of two field surveys and the corresponding correlation and regression statistical analyses among others, to explain the current urban revitalization > quality of life > quality of place situation in the already mentioned inner-core of both study cases from their residents’ point of view.Results in terms of urban revitalization indicate that Canadian residents favour more the quality of place attributes meantime Mexican residents favour more the quality of life attributes.
The Central Role of Chemistry in the Transition to the Solar Economy
Authors: Pagliaro Mario
Published: July 2017

On June 8 and June 9, 2017, we gave two invited lectures at the Zelinsky Institute of Organic Chemistry (ZIOC) of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Moscow. The first lecture, “Sol-Gel Catalysts: Making Green Chemistry Possible”, focused on the practical outcomes of 25 years of research on sol-gel entrapped catalysts. The second, “Chemistry for the Bioeconomy: From Discussion to Action”, offered a critical insight to the forthcoming bioeconomy. Both lectures aroused much interest in the audience and ended with a vigorous discussion lasting about one hour. An outlook is provided herein.
A aplicabilidade do método das unidades de esforço de produção em uma panificadora: evidências de um estudo de caso
Authors: Lacerda Marcos Suélio Pedone de , Schultz Charles Albino , Walter Fábio
Published: July 2017

Micro e pequenas empresas, como as que tipicamente compõem o setor de panificação, usualmente carecem de recursos para investimento em ferramentas gerenciais complexas. Uma alternativa relativamente simples para auxiliar o controle de custos e a avaliação de desempenho produtivo é o método das Unidades de Esforço de Produção (UEPs), o qual é, normalmente, aplicado em empresas industriais. Este estudo objetiva apresentar evidências consistentes de que o método das UEPs é aplicável em uma panificadora e, para esse fim, foi desenvolvido um estudo de caso em uma pequena padaria de João Pessoa/PB, utilizando-se a fundamentação teórica apresentada por Bornia (2010) e Kliemann Neto (1994). Este trabalho tem uma finalidade descritiva, no qual foram utilizados como métodos a pesquisa bibliográfica, a pesquisa documental e o estudo de caso. A investigação é classificada como qualitativa e quantitativa, e a coleta de dados foi pautada em documentos da empresa, cronometragem, entrevistas não estruturadas e observação do processo de produção. O estudo de caso demonstrou que o método das UEPs foi implementado com o uso de planilhas eletrônicas comuns, proporcionando os custos de transformação e os indicadores para o controle de desempenho produtivo. Os resultados sugerem que o método das UEPs é aplicável ao processo de panificação.
Aderência entre gestão de projetos e o sistema de gestão de convênios e contratos de repasse (SICONV)
Authors: Moutinho José da Assunção , Rabechini Junior Roque
Published: July 2017

Destaques- Análise do modelo de gestão do Sistema de Gestão de Convênios e Contratos de Repasse (SICONV).- Relação estabelecida entre as fases de um convênio, gerido por intermédio do SICONV, e os grupos de processos definidos pelo Project Management Institute (PMI).- O modelo de gestão adotado possui diferentes intensidades de aderência às práticas de gestão de projetos, a depender da área do conhecimento analisada e da fase do ciclo de vida do SICONV.ObjetivoEstudar a aderência entre as práticas de gestão de projetos preconizadas pelo PMI e o SICONV. Mesmo com os esforços do PMI na elaboração do Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) especificamente para o setor de Governo, não há estudo que o relacione com o ambiente eletrônico que fornece suporte às transferências voluntárias (SICONV).AbordagemO artigo aborda os conceitos de projetos e gestão de projetos; contextualiza a gestão de projetos no ambiente público e a organização do Estado Brasileiro, com destaque para o papel dos municípios nas transferências de recursos voluntários; apresenta o SICONV, suas fases e funcionalidades e traça um paralelo entre os grupos de processos do PMI e o fluxo operacional do SICONV.AchadosO modelo definido pelo ambiente SICONV privilegia claramente os aspectos formais e legais das transferências voluntárias de recursos, isto é, a proposição do projeto por parte do ente municipal, a celebração do convênio entre município e governo federal, a formalização do ato, o monitoramento da implementação do projeto e a realização da prestação de contas. Destaca-se, ainda, que o modelo de gestão adotado possui diferentes intensidades de aderência às práticas em gestão de projetos, a depender da área do conhecimento analisada e da fase do ciclo de vida do ambiente.Limitações da pesquisaA análise de aderência das práticas de gestão de projetos ao SICONV indica lacunas que abrem caminho para investigação adicional, haja vista a dinâmica do ambiente apresentado.Implicações práticas A pesquisa apresenta a aderência entre áreas de conhecimento em gestão de projetos e ambiente do SICONV, apontando para a necessidade de se ampliar o modelo com o objetivo de elevar a gestão das transferências voluntárias para patamares mais altos.Originalidade/valor Identifca-se, na literatura especializada, uma forte restrição à ampla adoção de práticas de gestão de projetos na administração pública devido a peculiaridades do ambiente. Assim, entender a aderência existente entre as práticas de gestão de projetos e o SICONV para municípios brasileiros pode ajudar a preencher esta lacuna.
Candida albicans Sacral Osteomyelitis Causing Necrosis of a Sacral Nerve Root
Authors: Nahra Raquel , Hoedt Chris , Jagga Shirish , Ren Shuyue , Kim Tae Won B.
Published: July 2017

Case:

A 31-year-old immunocompetent woman presented with a large sacral mass on the left side, concerning for a neoplastic process. A biopsy specimen demonstrated fungal osteomyelitis. Intraoperatively, the left S1 sacral nerve root was found to be necrotic, consistent with the symptoms of numbness and weakness. The infection was resolved with aggressive surgical debridement and long-term therapy with antifungal medication.

Conclusion:

Fungal osteomyelitis of the sacrum is rare, especially in an immunocompetent patient, and untreated infections can cause nerve root necrosis. We recommend aggressive surgical and antifungal management to avoid neurologic compromise.
Pathologic Tuft Fracture in a Thumb: A Rare Presentation of Metastatic Endometrioid Ovarian Carcinoma
Authors: Falk David P. , Scully Ryan , Moss David , Shaffer Margaret
Published: July 2017

Case:

A 51-year-old woman with a medical history noteworthy for endometrioid ovarian carcinoma presented with progressive left thumb swelling in the absence of trauma or injury. Radiographs revealed a lytic lesion in the distal phalanx. Inflammatory markers and white blood-cell count were mildly elevated. The thumb was amputated at the interphalangeal joint, and pathologic examination identified the lesion as an adenocarcinoma, consistent with the known endometrioid ovarian carcinoma.

Conclusion:

The similar presentation of tumor and infection can present a diagnostic challenge. Despite the rare incidence of osseous metastases to the hand, orthopaedic surgeons must consider metastatic bone lesions in patients presenting with swollen or painful fingers.
New tools for crop consulting, sustainability
Authors: Ehmke Tanner
Published: July 2017

This article showcases tools for crop consulting and sustainability. One tool can potentially save CCAs time and money by consulting with clients in real time over video on their smartphone. Two other tools take a data‐based approach to sustainability starting at the field level. Earn 0.5 CEUs in Sustainability by reading this article and taking the quiz at https://www.certifiedcropadviser.org/education/classroom/classes/488
Organic farming's impact on soil physical properties
Authors: Fisher Madeline
Published: July 2017

Most research comparing organic and conventional agriculture has focused on short‐term crop yields—a contest organic often loses. But soil quality is equally critical, and recent research published in Agronomy Journal suggests that organic farming improves soil physical quality over conventional agriculture. Earn 0.5 CEUs in Soil & Water Management by reading this article and taking the quiz at https://www.certifiedcropadviser.org/education/classroom/classes/492
METHODS OF INTERDISCIPLINARY INTEGRATION OF SCHOOL SCIENCE EDUCATION
Authors: Петунин Олег , Petunin Oleg
Published: July 2017

The article is devoted to an actual problem of integration of school courses in physics, chemistry, biology, ecology and physical geography. The author analyzes the content of the concept of integration of science education and enumerates the positive effects of its implementation. The article also presents the three levels of the integration: intra-, inter- and transdisciplinary. The author thoroughly describes methods of interdisciplinary integration, stopping on interdisciplinary communication, integrated lessons and integrated courses. The article revealed issues of interdisciplinary integration and suggest ways to overcome them. In conclusion, the author comes to the conclusion that the integration of science education is an urgent 9mki0problem of general education. To date, there are a number of successful solutions for this problem. In this article we have tried to summarize some material on this issue.
LEARNING MOTIVATION AS A BASIS FOR EFFECTIVE EDUCATIONAL PROCESS AT HIGHER EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTES
Authors: Гнездилова Л. , Gnezdilova L. , Гнездилов М. , Gnezdilov M.
Published: July 2017

The article features the role of motivation for higher education. The authors state that learning motivation is one of the decisive factors of educational process efficiency at higher educational institutes, presenting a set of motives that cause students’ activity in the educational process. The knowledge available in the psycho-pedagogical science about the issues of learning motivation is synthesized. The article presents the results of the survey conducted among the first-year students of Kuzbass State Technical University named after T. F. Gorbachev to explore meaningful aspects of their learning motivation. It is noted that a group of material motives, in which students perceive learning as the basis for their future decent material life, and a group of civil motives, in which students perceive learning as preparation for future social life, are their main leaning motives. Cognitive motive, such as a desire for new knowledge, are also revealed in the student survey. A group of prestige motives, such as a desire for a high social status, is also revealed. Most of the students' learning motives are attributed to the group of external motives. The results obtained, according to the authors, are a signal for teachers to search for approaches that are aimed at developing their students' internal motivation. Internal motives of learning can be considered as semantic motives for learning activity. Identified motives are also referred by the authors to a group of conscious motives. The importance of conducting such surveys is emphasized; on the one hand, for students themselves and the process of comprehension of their desires and needs; on the other hand, for planning and development of learning motivation and searching for effective motivationally-oriented approaches to teaching.