bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Impact of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Implementation on Performance of an Education Enterprise: A Structural Equation Modeling (SEM)
Authors: Cruz-Torres Wilmer , Alvarez-Risco Aldo , Del-Aguila-Arcentales Shyla
Published: September 2021

This study focused on to examine whether the implementation of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) in a Peruvian education enterprise impacts on process management of enterprise which in turn enhance the performance of employees. Also, it is analyzed the impact of technology literacy on process management. Empirical data were collected using a survey questionnaire which was distributed to 142 ERP users in a Peruvian education enterprise to test the relationships among variables. Using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) was analyzed the validity of construct and discriminant and, internal consistency by the composite reliability. ERP implementation has a positive impact in the performance of employees. The process management had a mediation effect between ERP implementation and performance. Also, technology literacy had an impact on performance. Outcomes provide further support for the validity of the model in Peru and globally. Thus, business owner/managers can use the model to help improve their options of success. Other stakeholders, investors and institutions that provide them with investment can also benefit from this model. The information also provides information to ERP implementation agents to support small business development. This is the first study reports the mediating effect of business strategy and organizational capabilities on the relationship between ERP implementation and firm performance. The outcomes of this study can be used to evaluate success of the ERP implementation evaluating preliminary the basic level of technology literacy.
Comparison of Income Tax Base in Visegrad Countries
Authors: Hinke Jana , Rain Tomáš , Hrabovská Barbora
Published: September 2021

The objective of the research was to compare the procedures for the calculation of income tax in the Visegrad Four (V4) countries. The statutory income tax calculation procedures are very similar in the V4 countries. Particular systems differ parametrically. Based on a literature review, synthesis of knowledge, comparison and simulation calculations, it can be stated that Hungary has the lowest corporate tax rate, and in the simulative calculations it also produced the lowest tax and highest profit after taxation for a fictitious entity in Hungary. Income tax in the V4 countries differs mainly in the possibility of applying the loss of previous years, in the impact of depreciation on the amount of the tax and in the income tax rebate linked to the employment of the disabled.
European Banking System - Before and After Brexit -
Authors: Sbârcea Loana , Bătuşaru Cristina
Published: September 2021

The history of the last 15 years has been marked by many events at European level, some which led to the last wave of EU enlargement in 2013, with the accession of Croatia, others that led European authorities to take radical action in order to overcome the crisis of 2007-2008, and recently the pandemic crisis of 2020, and the others that marked the first contraction of the European Union since its establishment, together with the decision of Great Britain to no longer be part of the European Union, a phenomenon known as Brexit. Starting from the important role that Great Britain played in the European Union, London being a famous financial and banking center, through this paper we propose to analyze the evolution of the banking system before and after Brexit, in order to highlight the impact that the Brits’ decision had on the European Union banking system. The broad context of the impact of Brexit on the European banking system, which has effects on both British and EU banks, will also be analyzed in this paper.
Religiosity and Corporate Social Responsibility: Do they Mix Well Together?
Authors: Tomasi Stella , Dewally Michaël , Liu Pu , Shao Yingying
Published: September 2021

Although research in social norms and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is limited, previous studies show mixed results on the influence of social norms, specifically religiosity of the community, on firms’ CSR activities. Using the CSR scores from KLD database, we merge county- level religious data and other control variables to run multiple regression models. Contrary to existing theories suggesting more religious social norms would entice companies to do better, our results show that community religiosity has a negative impact on firms’ CSR scores. In our discussion, we provide insights that explain this seeming contradiction and provide directions for future studies.
Romania’s SMEs on the Way to EU’s Twin Transition to Digitalization and Sustainability
Authors: Ogrean Claudia , Herciu Mihaela
Published: September 2021

European Commission’s six priorities for 2019-2024 are all in line with and leverage each other to support Europe’s twin transition to digitalization and sustainability; aiming to address the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, The Recovery Plan for Europe adds resilience as key dimension of EU’s progress, while reinforcing its commitment to the green and digital transformation. Counting for more than 99% of the enterprises, employing about two of three people, and generating more than a half of the value added - with similar weights as concerns Romania - EU’s SMEs are the engine of Europe's economy, therefore essential contributors to these transformative processes - as emphasized in the SME Strategy for a sustainable and digital Europe.

Against this background, the main questions the paper is addressing are: how ready the Romania’s SMEs are for the twin (digital and sustainability) transition the EU has embarked on? What are RO’s SMEs approaches to and performances on digitalization and sustainability against the EU27 SMEs’ average benchmark? How can the RO’s SMEs twin transition process may be speeded up? The analysis was mainly built on data provided by the Flash Eurobarometer 486: SMEs, start-ups, scale-ups and entrepreneurship (released in September 2020). The review of Eurobarometer 486 data on the two topics will then be examined and discussed, in order for the paper to eventually: identify the gaps between RO SMEs and EU27 SMEs in terms of perceptions, attitudes and behaviors related to the twin transition; explore the challenges (in terms of both opportunities and threats) RO’s SMEs face as regards the twin transition; provide some guidelines able to speed up the twin transition of RO’s SMEs.
METODE PENURUNAN RESPON DINAMIK SISTEM POROS-ROTOR DENGAN PEREDAM VISCOUS ROTARY
Authors: Nusyirwan Nusyirwan
Published: September 2021

Abstract: Viscosity or viscosity is one of the quantities that are very important in the analysis of the behavior and movement of fluids that come into contact with other objects such as solids {solid body). Viscous dampers can be used to reduce the amplitude of the response due to the unbalanced mass, rotation critically, noise and shock loads. Absorbers working with fluid film bearing securities which are placed at a certain point, which is connected to the shaft-rotating rotor. Certain viscosity fluid will be forced to pass through a narrow slit with a certain pressure that can absorb the energy supplied by the shaft, this damping effects that can provide resistance to the rotor shaft system because the fluid has a linear damping and damping effect histeriktik. Viscous dampers can be used to reduce vibration amplitude response at a fixed price in accordance with the physical nature of the damper, the use of viscous dampers are widely used to control engine speed and turbine rotational speeds are like a helicopter rotor. From the test we can produce the damping effect on the engine rotation can reduce the response time domain vibration with an amplitude reduction of approximately 60% for the damping ratio ζ = 0.5.
Pharmacist Allowances for the Dispensing of Emergency or Continuation of Therapy Prescription Refills and the COVID-19 Impact: A Multistate Legal Review
Authors: DeRosa Nicholas , Leung Ka , Vlahopoulos Julia , Lavino Joseph
Published: September 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic has taught Americans many lessons, including what can happen when our healthcare system is strained. During the pandemic, certain healthcare related activities such as seeing or contacting a practitioner to receive a prescription refill may have been a challenge for some patients that could have interfered in the patient’s medication adherence and continuity of care. Given these circumstances, the pandemic also shed light on the necessity for pharmacists to dispense emergency refills, which often is based on variable state pharmacy laws and regulations. State pharmacy laws and regulations vary from allowing pharmacists to dispense as much medication that is required for the patient to receive a new prescription to emergency refills being allowed only in the direst situations to save a patient’s life. State pharmacy laws and regulations vary in the allowable quantities that may be dispensed, the federal schedule of controlled substance medications, and the circumstances they can be dispensed. In many cases, COVID-19 emergency regulations, governor executive orders and board of pharmacy guidance have expanded the authority for a pharmacist to dispense emergency refills. However, these allowances are often finite in nature and would end when the pandemic state of emergency ends. This paper seeks to analyze the laws and regulations in each state pertaining to the ability of a pharmacist to dispense an emergency refill when a patient’s prescription does not have refills and provide a recommendation to optimize the state legal and regulatory landscape to expand current allowances.
Technical feasibility analysis and fluid dynamic simulation of a wind farm in the Northern region of Rio de Janeiro
Authors: Campelo Júnior Osmarino , Eduardo Teixeira Pinto da Silva Silvio , Machado Ribeiro de Souza André
Published: September 2021

The use of fossil fuels as an energy source is linked to a series of problems, ranging from the possibility of depletion of these resources to pollution and environmental damage caused by their extraction. In this context, wind energy emerges as a clean, renewable and viable option for electrical energy, which Brazil has a large amount of resources to be explored. In 2020, wind energy surpassed natural gas, becoming the second largest source of electricity in Brazil, previewing to reaching a share of 13.7% of total generation from new enterprises that will come into operation . With this, feasibility studies and computer simulation have become increasingly important to reduce costs associated with prospecting new sites with wind potential. The present work aims to elaborate a technical feasibility analysis and computational simulation of a wind farm in the northern region of Rio de Janeiro. Initially, prospective studies will be carried out to select a suitable location for a possible wind installation. Then, the potential of the chosen location will be evaluated, based on wind data available in the literature, so that the technical feasibility of wind generation can be analyzed. To perform the fluid dynamics simulation, the ANSYS Software will be used, where initially several geometric profiles of helix and helical turbines will be studied to then define the type of mesh that best discretizes the wind turbine. From this work, it is expected to find a location with good wind potential in the northern region of Rio de Janeiro, where there is technical and economic feasibility for the installation of a plant; and verify the behavior of the wind turbine and its arrangement at the selected location
Evaluation of the corrosion potential in armed concrete as a function of armature covering
Authors: Rodrigues Penna Lázaro , Luísa Freitas dos Santos Honório Maria , Victor Laurindo Siqueira João , Pereira dos Santos Kropf Diogo
Published: September 2021

In concrete structures, it is not uncommon to observe the presence of pathological problems that can often be associated with high temperature range, inadequate execution of works, inefficient projects, materials without quality control, unprepared labor, harmful external agents, among others. Among the pathological manifestations of hardened concrete is the corrosion of steel reinforcement, directly influencing the durability and strength of concrete structures. The object of this research is to analyze the influence of concrete cover thickness and chloride contamination on the potential readings of reinforcement corrosion. Since the cover thickness has a direct influence on the potential readings in chloride contaminated concrete. The corrosion potential measurement method will be used as an electrochemical tool to assist in the corrosion monitoring of reinforced concrete structures. As a standard for the evaluation results, the corrosion potential range recommended by ASTM C 876: 2015 and its relationship with the possibility of corrosion is normally used. With the results obtained during the application of this method, it is possible to identify regions where the reinforcement presents corrosion and how the process of steel depassivation is distributed in the region under study. Therefore, it is expected to verify the influence that the concrete cover has on chloride contamination and also influence the values of the corrosion potential.
Water reuse in the new regulatory framework for basic sanitation
Authors: Pereira de Oliveira Camille , Pavan de Souza Frank
Published: September 2021

In practically all processes, water is used as the main input. The high levels of consumption by users have been causing adverse changes in the environment. For cities, the challenge lies in the collection and treatment of sewage, due to the concentration of people. In 2019 it was found that only 28.01% of sewage is collected in northeastern Brazil, and only 36.24% is treated, thus demonstrating the complexity of basic sanitation in Brazil. Since basic sanitation is a set of measures to preserve the environment, to prevent diseases and improve the quality of life, in 2020 the New Legal Framework for Basic Sanitation was published (Law 14.026/2020). The agenda on the reuse of water is growing, considering the water shortage in the country, and also because users depend on water in specific quantity and quality. There are reports of water reuse since ancient Greece and countries have been investing in reuse ever since. Legislation must not restrictively position itself to prevent reuse, but must act in an adequate manner to ensure the health and well-being of the population. Thus, the new legal framework for sanitation is aimed at reducing losses in water distribution, improving treatments, reusing sanitary effluents and using rainwater. The National Water and Sanitation Agency was responsible for drawing up regulations on reuse. With that, the objective of the research was to analyze the peculiarities presented by the new basic sanitation framework, considering the possible propositions for the reuse of water. The methodology used was based on bibliographical analysis on sanitation, supply and reuse of water, in addition to the analysis of current legislation. It was concluded that water reuse is an alternative to improve sanitation indicators in the country, since most water bodies in Brazil are supplied by rainwater, with the exception of the Amazon River, which receives water from the melting of the Andes mountain range. In addition, the new sanitation framework legitimized reuse, with a view to better use and management of water, since it is the main input for all production processes, in addition to standing out in the energy matrix, with hydroelectric plants.
Implementation of Lean methodology in a restaurant in the interior of the state of Rio de Janeiro
Authors: Bernardo Ferreira Ian , Pinheiro Pessanha Marcos , e Silva Neto Romeu , Rego Monteiro da Hora Henrique
Published: September 2021

A high level of competitiveness of the market has forced corporations to reinvent themselves in order to survive. From this perspective, the food industry is extremely competitive and requires continuous improvement processes to meet the standards of their consumers. Objectives: This article aims to identify failures in the production line and propose improvements in its process, using the Lean methodology in a restaurant located in the interior of the state of Rio de Janeiro. Through observations of the production process, meetings with managers and interviews with the employees, two Lean tools were applied, the 5S and the Heijunka, to identify the restaurant's problems and suggest improvements. With the implementation of 5S, it was possible to identify failures in the storage, the organization of physical space and equipment also in the garbage sorting. To solve these issues, changes were made, improvement of the classification of stored materials, layout modifications, equipment reorganization, purchase of selective trash cans and confection of explanatory posters to guide employees on how to organize and clean the work environment, aiming at the improvement of processes. Applying Heijunka, it was found that the menu was one of the restaurant's problems due to the large amount of available dishes, which turned the waiting time longer and a bigger inventory. The problem was solved by updating the menu to make it leaner. The use of Lean tools made possible the improvements in the establishment's processes, leveling the production, reducing the waiting time of the orders, solving the problem of stock variety, providing a reduction in waste and customer complaints in the restaurant.
Perfil epidemiológico das fraturas de rádio distal de pacientes internados em um Hospital do Norte de Minas Gerais
Authors: Madureira Rodrigo Braulio França , Fernandes Leonardo Rodrigo , Oliveira Samuel de Paiva , Siqueira Alexander Rocha , Silva Gabriela Barbosa , Oliveira Ana Júlia Soares
Published: September 2021

Objetivo: Explorar as características epidemiológicas associadas às fraturas de rádio distal. Métodos: Essa pesquisa apresenta caráter epidemiológico, com delineamento documental, retrospectivo, descritivo e analítico, com amostra composta por 331 pacientes com fraturas de membros superiores cirúrgicas, atendidos entre janeiro de 2018 e dezembro de 2020. Aplicou-se um formulário sociodemográfico para a evolução dos elementos, analisando os dados através da estatística descritiva do programa IBM SPSS Statistics. Estudo foi aprovado por Comitê de Ética em Pesquisa. Resultados: Dos 331 casos atendidos, foram selecionados 90 prontuários de pacientes com fratura de rádio distal. O exemplar apresenta maioria do sexo masculino (66,1%), na faixa etária de 61 – 80 anos (47,8%), sem comorbidades (80%). Indica como principal mecanismo de trauma o acidente automobilístico (36,7%), com as classificações de fratura AO mais frequentes 2R3A2 e 2R3C1 (33,3% cada uma), pequena incidência de refraturas (8,9%) e tempo de internação em sua maioria inferior a uma semana (60%). Utilizou-se na abordagem cirúrgica como principal tipo de implante o Fio de Kirchner (82,2%). Conclusão: O estudo expôs um perfil epidemiológico distinto ao descrito na literatura acessível, assim como opção terapêutica diferente da referida nas bases de dados atuais.
Efficacy of moisturizers in paediatric atopic dermatitis: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials
Authors: Kritsanaviparkporn Chawan , Sangaphunchai Phoomphut , Treesirichod Arucha
Published: September 2021

Background:

Topical moisturizer is recommended for atopic dermatitis.

Aims:

The aim of the study was to investigate the knowledge gap regarding the efficacy of moisturizer in young patients.

Methods:

A systematic review and meta-analysis were conducted on randomised controlled trials comparing participant’s ≤15 years with atopic dermatitis, receiving either topical moisturizer or no moisturizer treatment. Certainty of evidence was assessed using the Grading of Recommendations, Assessment, Development and Evaluation (GRADE) framework.

Results:

Six trials were included (intervention n= 436; control n= 312). Moisturizer use extended time to flare by 13.52 days (95% confidence interval 0.05–26.99, I2 88%). Greater reduction in risk of relapse was observed during the first month of latency (pooled risk ratio 0.47, 95% confidence interval 0.31–0.72, I2 28%) compared to the second and third months (pooled risk ratio 0.65, 95% confidence interval 0.47–0.91, I2 35% and pooled risk ratio 0.63, 95% confidence interval 0.47–0.83, I2 33%, respectively).Treated patients were 2.68 times more likely to experience a three–six months remission (95% confidence interval1.18–6.09, I2 56%). Moisturizer minimally improved disease severity and quality of life.

Limitations:

There is a dire need to conduct randomised controlled trials with more robust and standardised designs.

Conclusion:

Moisturizer benefits young patients with atopic dermatitis. However, more research is needed to better estimate its efficacy.
Benzofuran-oxadiazole hybrids: Design, Synthesis and antimicrobial activity studies
Authors: Sanjeeva P. , Subba Rao B. , Kamala Prasad V. , Venkata Ramana P.
Published: September 2021

The six benzofuran-oxadiazole derivatives (4a-d) and (5a-b) have been designed, synthesized, characterized and evaluated for antimicrobial activity. The key synthetic intermediate 5-bromo-N'-hydroxybenzofuran -2-carboxamidine (3) was prepared from 5-bromobenzofuran-2-carboxylic acid (1) in two consecutive steps involving reaction with NaN3, in presence of TEA, Xtalfluor-E, PPh3 in dry DCM at 0oC followed by the treatment of resulting carbonitrile (2) with hydroxylamine hydrochloride in presence of sodium methoxide under reflux in aqueous ethanol. Reaction of carboxamidine (3) with different aryl esters in presence of K2CO3 under reflux conditions in toluene afforded 3-(5-bromobenzofuran-2-yl)-5-substituted phenyl-1,2,4-oxadiazoles (4a-d) while the refluxion of a solution of carboxamidine (3) in dichloromethane with chloro/bromo acetyl chloride in presence of TEA and a catalytic amount of HBTU furnished 3-(5-bromobenzofuran-2-yl)-5-(chloromethyl)-1,2,4-oxadia zole (5a) and 3-(5-bromobenzofuran-2-yl)-5-(bromomethyl)-1,2,4-oxadiazole (5b).
La flore exotique potentiellement envahissante d’Algérie : première description des espèces cultivées en pépinières et dans les jardins
Authors: Sakhraoui Nora , Metallaoui Sofia , Chefrour Azzedine , Hadef Azzedine
Published: September 2021

Description du sujet. La flore exotique potentiellement envahissante cultivée dans la wilaya de Skikda (nord-est algérien) n’a jamais fait l’objet de recherche. Vu les effets néfastes potentiels qu’elle exercerait sur les écosystèmes si elle est avérée envahissante, une étude a été réalisée dans 60 localités horticoles réparties sur 4 pépinières, 54 jardins privés et 2 jardins de l’Université de Skikda. Objectifs. Cette étude vise à déterminer les espèces potentiellement envahissantes cultivées dans ces localités, étudier leurs caractéristiques et estimer leur degré de naturalisation. Méthodes. La liste des espèces potentiellement envahissantes a été élaborée sur la base des listes internationales figurant dans différents travaux. Les relevés floristiques effectués mentionnent le type biologique et les éventuelles fructification et régénération des plantules suivis in situ. Le degré de naturalisation a été déterminé grâce à la réalisation de prospections au niveau de trois communes. Résultats. Cinquante espèces et 43 genres appartenant à 29 familles botaniques ont été identifiés. Les familles les mieux représentées sont les Fabaceae, les Cactaceae, les Myrtaceae et les Poaceae. Les espèces d’origine américaine sont largement dominantes (46 %), suivies des espèces asiatiques (26 %), australiennes (20 %) et enfin celles de l’Afrique australe (8 %). Tous les types biologiques ont été enregistrés avec une dominance des espèces ligneuses (66 %). La fructification a été observée chez 40 espèces dont 13 seulement parviennent à produire des plantules dans le voisinage des pieds mères. Onze espèces sont naturalisées dans les sites prospectés, 2 en cours de naturalisation et 37 non naturalisées. Conclusions. Pour la première fois dans la région, la liste préliminaire des espèces potentiellement envahissantes cultivées est établie, ce qui devrait permettre la mise en place d’un plan d’action visant à surveiller leur culture et leur commercialisation.
Cylicodiscus gabunensis Harms : une espèce prisée dans le commerce international (synthèse bibliographique)
Authors: Makemba Romaric Ndonda , Tosso Félicien , Moupela Christian , Daïnou Kasso , Doucet Jean-Louis
Published: September 2021

Introduction. En raison de la diminution des ressources en bois d’œuvre tropicaux, il convient d'améliorer les connaissances sur les espèces ligneuses en vue de développer des politiques d'exploitation réellement durables. Reconnu pour la grande qualité de son bois, Cylicodiscus gabunensis Harms (Fabaceae-Caesalpinioideae) est une essence à haute valeur socio-économique. Cet article dresse la synthèse bibliographique des connaissances relatives à cette espèce en vue de mettre en avant l’ensemble des aspects méritant des investigations scientifiques approfondies. Littérature. Commercialisée sous le nom d’okan, C. gabunensis est une espèce ligneuse non grégaire vivant dans les forêts denses humides tropicales sempervirentes et semi-décidues. Arbre fétiche pour certains peuples autochtones, C. gabunensis est utilisé par les communautés rurales pour de multiples usages. C’est une espèce à phénologie régulière avec une dispersion anémochore des graines. Les populations d’arbres affichent un déficit de régénération en forêt dense humide sempervirente, ce qui compromettrait l’exploitation de l’espèce à long terme. Ce risque est accru par le manque évident d’informations écologiques et sylvicoles permettant une gestion durable. Conclusions. Cette revue bibliographique résume l’ensemble des informations disponibles sur C. gabunensis principalement en botanique, anatomie du bois, écologie et ethnobotanique. Elle renseigne sur l’état actuel des connaissances au regard des rythmes d’exploitation et de l’état des populations de l’espèce. Des informations complémentaires sont nécessaires pour (i) statuer sur la conservation des populations de l’espèce et (ii) proposer des stratégies de gestion adaptées.
Aerobic fermentation prior to pasteurization produces a selective substrate for cultivation of the mushroom Pleurotus pulmonarius
Authors: Llarena-Hernández Régulo Carlos , Alonso-López Alejandro , Hernández-Rosas Francisco , López Catalino J. , González Joaquín Murguía , Savoie Jean-Michel , Mata Gerardo
Published: September 2021

Description of the subject. Pleurotus species are cultivated on lignocellulosic substrates, in which contaminant fungi such as Trichoderma spp. are common. A selective substrate for Pleurotus provides the necessary conditions for protection against contaminants. Studies show that Paenibacillus polymyxa and other thermophilic bacteria benefit from the selectivity of Pleurotus cultivation substrate, however, little is known regarding these bacterial communities. Objectives. To evaluate the effect of substrate inoculation with Paenibacillus polymyxa on the productivity of Pleurotus pulmonarius and its protection against Trichoderma. Method. Barley straw inoculated with P. polymyxa and non-inoculated straw (control) was used following 0, 3 or 5 days of fermentation prior to heat treatment in order to produce the cultivation substrate. The microbiological content before and after the heat treatment, the mycelial colonization by P. pulmonarius and Trichoderma viride in competition and the yield of P. pulmonarius were all evaluated. Results. We observed that inoculation with P. polymyxa increased the number of cultivable bacteria and changed the composition of the community. The inoculation decreased the colonization ability of T. viride and favored the mycelial growth, although the yield of mushrooms was affected. Higher yields of P. pulmomarius were obtained in the control substrate where no contamination of Trichoderma spp. was observed. Conclusions. Addition of P. polymyxa modified the natural microbiological succession in a fermentation of barley straw for 5 days, favoring the competitiveness of P. pulmonarius against T. viride. Fermentation of barley straw for 3 days, followed by heat treatment, benefits the yield and protection of P. pulmonarius against Trichoderma viride.
Biodiversité fonctionnelle en paysage agricole : étude floristique et syrphidologique de Surfaces de Promotion de la Biodiversité (SPB)
Authors: Bessat Marie , Castella Emmanuel , Speight Martin C.D. , Fleury Dominique , Delabays Nicolas
Published: September 2021

Description du sujet. Cette étude traite de la végétation et des Diptères Syrphidae au sein de Surfaces de Promotion de la Biodiversité (SPB) de type « prairies extensives » en contexte agricole. Objectifs. L’objectif consiste à tester l’influence des facteurs « taille » et « qualité botanique » des SPB sur la syrphifaune qui s’y développe. Il s’agit également de rechercher les relations entre la végétation et les syrphes, ainsi que de mettre en avant le potentiel de lutte biologique de ces surfaces. Méthode. Douze SPB ont été sélectionnées, sur la base de leur taille (< 3 000 m2 vs > 9 000 m2) et de leur niveau de qualité botanique établi sur la base de la présence d'espèces végétales indicatrices. Des inventaires de végétation ont été réalisés dans chacune des SPB, l’échantillonnage des syrphes a été effectué par la pose de deux pièges à émergence et d’un piège Malaise par site. Résultats. Indépendamment de leur taille ou de leur niveau de qualité botanique, les SPB abritent et attirent une faune syrphidologique majoritairement aphidiphage au stade larvaire. Les fleurs de couleur jaune et blanche ainsi que celles produisant du nectar influencent la richesse et l'abondance en syrphes. Conclusions. Le potentiel des SPB à abriter et attirer des syrphes aphidiphages montre qu'elles sont en mesure d’offrir un service de lutte biologique contre les ravageurs des cultures adjacentes.
The Management of Irritable Bowel Syndrome: The Viewpoint of Italian General Practitioners in Activity and in Training
Authors:   Department of Translational Research in Medicine and Surgery, University of Pisa, Italy, M Bellini , C Tosetti ,   Italian Group for Primary Care Gastroenterology, General Practitioner and Gastroenterologist, National Health Service, Italy, F Rettura ,   Department of Translational Research in Medicine and Surgery, University of Pisa, Italy, R Morganti ,   Clinical Trial Statistical Support Unit, Azienda Ospedaliero Universitaria Pisana, Italy, C Lambiase ,   Department of Translational Research in Medicine and Surgery, University of Pisa, Italy, P Visaggi ,   Department of Translational Research in Medicine and Surgery, University of Pisa, Italy, A Pancetti ,   Department of Translational Research in Medicine and Surgery, University of Pisa, Italy, E Benedetto ,   Clinical Trial Statistical Support Unit, Azienda Ospedaliero Universitaria Pisana, Italy, N de Bortoli ,   Department of Translational Research in Medicine and Surgery, University of Pisa, Italy, S Marchi ,   Department of Translational Research in Medicine and Surgery, University of Pisa, Italy, R De Bastiani ,   Italian Group for Primary Care Gastroenterology, General Practitioner and Gastroenterologist, National Health Service, Italy
Published: September 2021

Background: Guidelines on Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) are usually developed by specialists, with a possible translational gap in primary care. Aims: To evaluate the knowledge of IBS of Italian General Practitioners (GPs) and the difference compared to doctors in Training for General Practice (ITGPs). Methods: A questionnaire was completed by 170 GPs and 64 ITGPs. Results: The Rome Criteria and Bristol Scale are more familiar to ITGPs than GPs. The most frequently used diagnostic symptoms are abdominal pain, bowel movement frequency and bloating. GPs and ITGPs think that bloating and abdominal discomfort should be introduced into the definition of IBS. Intestinal motility disorders and psychological factors are considered to be the most probable cause of IBS. GPs report more frequently than ITGPs that the patient's request and difficulties in managing the disorder are reasons for a gastroenterological referral. Conclusions: There is still a gap between the indications provided by the experts and clinical practice, and this seems greater on the part of GPs than ITGPs. Abdominal pain and bowel frequency changes are considered the main symptoms for diagnosing IBS, but most GPs and ITGPs would like to include bloating among the diagnostic criteria. It would be highly desirable to develop commonly shared guidelines between gastroenterologists and GPs.
КОМПЛЕКСНА ОЦІНКА СТАНУ ЗДОРОВ’Я СТУДЕНТІВ
Authors: Соколова О. В. , Сидорин В. О.
Published: September 2021

У статті подано матеріали теоретичного аналізу проблеми особливостей організації фізичного виховання студентів фахового коледжу. Установлено, що фізичне виховання залишається найдієвішим засобом збереження здоров’я студентської молоді, формування фізичної культури особистості. Рівень здоров’я людини залежить від рівня розвитку витривалості. Останній пік приросту аеробної витривалості в юнаків відзначається в 16–17 років; у дівчат інтенсивний розвиток цієї функції закінчується в 14 років. Вік 18–29 років характеризується розквітом біологічної зрілості людини й надійністю функціонування всіх систем організму. До 17–20 років остаточно формуються системи енергозабезпечення. У цьому віці організм людини має найбільшу стабільність, економічність і реактивність у відповідь на дію стрес-факторів будь-якої модальності. Розв’язанню окреслених вище проблем сприятиме запровадження в межах занять фізичним вихованням нових засобів і методів. Одним із таких підходів уважаємо контроль власного стану здоров’я студентами під час занять, ведення щоденників і вміння контролювати цей процес. У дослідженнях узяли участь студентки 1 курсу фахового коледжу. Метою дослідження було здійснити комплексну оцінку стану здоров’я студенів коледжу під впливом занять фізичним вихованням. У ході дослідження зафіксовано покращення всіх досліджуваних показників здоров’я студенток (ЧСС; артеріального тиску АТ; індекс Кердо; індекс Руфьє; проби Штанге і Генчі (оцінка затримки дихання на вдиху та на видиху); оцінка рівня фізичного здоров’я дівчат за методикою Г.Л. Апанасенко. На початку навчального року всі отримані показники, що характеризують діяльність серцево-судинної та дихальної системи дівчат, відповідали віковій нормі. Наприкінці навчального року відмічено позитивні зміни в усіх фізіологічних показниках дівчат. Достовірних зрушень за цими показниками не виявлено. Найбільший відносний приріст відмічено в показниках індексу Кердо (5,7%), Руфьє (17%) і пробі Генчі (затримка дихання на видиху) (5,9%). Зафіксовано позитивну тенденцію зрушень у рівні здоров’я дівчат наприкінці першого семестру порівняно з початком. Достовірні зміни зафіксовано в показниках індексу маси тіла та життєвої ємності легень. Проте їх рівень залишився середнім (індекс маси тіла) і нижче середнього (життєва ємність легень). Наприкінці навчального року середньостатистичні величини всіх показників дівчат помітно змістилися в бік переходу до більш вищого рівня. Особливо вираженні позитивні зміни стосуються показників індексу маси тіла та ЖЄЛ. Наприкінці навчального року кількість дівчат, які мали рівень здоров’я нижче за середній і низький, зменшилася, а із середнім – збільшилася.
ІННОВАЦІЙНИЙ ПІДХІД ДО МЕТОДИКИ ВДОСКОНАЛЕННЯ ФІЗИЧНОЇ ПІДГОТОВЛЕНОСТІ ФУТБОЛІСТІВ
Authors: Джур О. Ю. , Соколова О. В. , Тищенко В. О. , Новицька С. О. , Баканова О. Ф.
Published: September 2021

Сьогодні футбол розвивається в напрямі високої рухливості спортсменів, миттєвих тактико-технічних дій, подальшої інтенсифікації спортивної підготовки, що виявляється в збільшенні швидкості гри та забезпечує ефективний результат. З огляду на це одним із актуальних питань є зміст, структура і методика фізичної підготовки юних футболістів. Інноваційний підхід до проблеми вдосконалення фізичної підготовленості спортсменів вимагає врахування таких факторів, як вік, кваліфікація, період підготовки. Ці фактори мають істотний вплив на рівень фізичної працездатності. Загальна фізична підготовка юних футболістів є базовою, вона завжди передує спеціальній. Мета роботи – довести ефективність впливу розробленої методики вдосконалення фізичної підготовленості юних футболістів на загальнопідготовчому етапі підготовчого періоду. Об’єкт дослідження – навчально-тренувальний процес юних футболістів. Предмет дослідження – показники фізичної підготовленості юних футболістів. Суб’єкт дослідження – хлопчики 7–8 років. Були використані такі методи дослідження: аналіз та узагальнення літературних джерел за темою дослідження, педагогічне дослідження, педагогічний експеримент, тестування рівня фізичної підготовленості, тестування рівня спеціальної фізичної підготовленості, методи математичної статистики. Результати дослідження. Обґрунтовано інноваційний підхід до методики вдосконалення фізичної підготовленості юних футболістів для вирішення навчально-тренувальних завдань. Підтверджено ефективність впливу плану підготовки на вдосконалення фізичної підготовленості юних футболістів. У процесі педагогічного експерименту засвідчено ефективність використовуваних засобів, методів і організаційних форм. Практичне значення полягало в розробці і впровадженні методики вдосконалення фізичної підготовленості юних футболістів. Висновки. Позитивні зрушення за показниками фізичної підготовленості відбивають вікові особливості розвитку дітей, а також вплив цілеспрямованої педагогічної дії, про що свідчать більш виражені зміни у хлопців експериментальної групи порівняно зі контрольною. У контрольній групі прикінцеві результати деяких показників достовірно відрізнялися від вихідних даних. Однак темпи приросту в експериментальній групі були значно вищими, ніж у контрольній.
ФУНКЦІЇ УПРАВЛІННЯ У ПРОЦЕСІ ПРОГРАМУВАННЯ ФУНКЦІОНАЛЬНОГО ЗАБЕЗПЕЧЕННЯ СПЕЦІАЛЬНОЇ ПРАЦЕЗДАТНОСТІ СПОРТСМЕНІВ У ВЕСЛУВАННІ НА БАЙДАРКАХ І КАНОЕ
Authors: Дяченко А. Ю. , Русанова О. М. , Го Пенчен
Published: September 2021

Стаття присвячена питанню розробки багатокомпонентної логічної моделі програмування на основі оцінки функцій і взаємозв’язків компонентів управління тренувальним процесом веслувальників. Показано, що програмування функціональної підготовки та підготовленості веслярів є складним технологічним процесом, який заснований на взаємозв’язку і обліку структурних компонентів управління тренувальною та змагальною діяльністю, де ключове місце посідає моделювання. Моделювання забезпечує структурні взаємозв’язки з іншими компонентами управління – контролем, оцінкою й інтерпретацією його результатів; відбором, прогнозом і оцінкою перспективних можливостей спортсменів; формуванням узагальнених, групових та індивідуальних моделей; плануванням і періодизацією спортивної підготовки, формуванням групових та індивідуальних режимів тренувальної роботи та змагальної діяльності. Є підстави вважати, що структурна система «моделювання – управління – програмування» є фактором вдосконалення технології підготовки спортсменів. Система не є догматичною з позиції наповнення її конкретним матеріалом і способами імплементації в практику. Система враховує стать, вік, кваліфікацію, спеціалізацію, вид змагань спортсмена, дозволяє з’єднати наукові та емпіричні можливості вчених і фахівців-практиків. Це створює нові можливості для вдосконалення технології спортивної підготовки, а також для варіації технології з урахуванням загальних закономірностей індивідуальних передумов реалізації цього процесу. Це дає підставу думати, що застосування системи «моделювання - управління – програмування» у веслуванні на байдарках і каное є резервом підвищення ефективності спортивної підготовки спортсменів у веслуванні на байдарках і каное. Наукові та емпіричні передумови вдосконалення програмування на основі реалізації функції управління тренувальним процесом у веслуванні на байдарках і каное створюють передумови для вдосконалення технологій підготовки в інших циклічних видах спорту, які мають складну структуру функціонального забезпечення спеціальної працездатності.
Does Women’s Approval of Intimate Partner Violence Mediate the Relationship Between Sexism and Violence in Heterosexual Relationships? A Cross-Cultural Comparison Between Sri Lanka and New Zealand.
Authors:   , Ranasinghe Manuri
Published: September 2021

The Revised Gender Symmetry Theory (Archer, 2018) proposes that western countries with higher levels of gender empowerment of women will experience an equal rate of physical intimate partner violence (IPV) between men and women that is bi-directional and low in intensity. In contrast, non-western countries with lower levels of gender empowerment are proposed to experience high rates of male to female aggression; bi-directional violence or male victimisation from women in such countries will be unlikely. The aim of this study was twofold. First, it aimed to test the validity of the Revised Gender Symmetry Theory using self- reports of IPV perpetration and victimisation from women residing in two countries above (New Zealand) and below (Sri Lanka) the mean global gender empowerment score. Second, considering the strong relationship between positive attitudes towards IPV with both sexism and IPV perpetration, the mediational properties of positive attitudes in explaining the relationship between sexism and IPV perpetration and victimisation in the two countries was examined. Female undergraduate university students from New Zealand (N=199) and Sri Lanka (N=198) completed the Conflict Tactic Scale-2, the Beliefs about Relationship Aggression Scale and the Ambivalent Sexism Inventory. Inconsistent with the Revised Gender Symmetry model, independent t-test analysis found that women in New Zealand and Sri Lanka reported similar rates of IPV perpetration and victimisation, for both minor and severe forms of IPV. In keeping with Sri Lanka having lower levels of gender empowerment of women, Sri Lankan women were more likely to approve of IPV and endorsed higher levels of sexism (benevolent and hostile sexism) when compared to New Zealand women. Lastly, the moderated mediation models found that attitudes condoning female IPV mediated the relationship between benevolent sexism and IPV perpetration by women in Sri Lanka and New Zealand. The need for interventions to challenge women’s attitudes which condone female IPV and reduce societal sexism is discussed along with other implications for clinical practice.
Research Progress on the Antitumor Effect of Polysaccharides from Fungus Used in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Authors: Xiang Ru , Xu Bing
Published: September 2021

Cancer is a serious threat to human health. Fungal polysaccharide is a polar biological macromolecule with low toxicity. It has a wide range of biological activities, including immune regulation, antitumor activity, and antiviral activity. In recent years, the research results have shown that polysaccharides from fungus in traditional Chinese medicine have excellent antitumor effect in liver cancer, gastric cancer, breast cancer, colon cancer, esophageal cancer, and lung cancer. Therefore, the research and development of fungal polysaccharides are of great significance for the development of antitumor drugs in the future.
Utilization of biometric denture space: an approach beyond implants and surgeries
Authors: Singh Karanpreet
Published: September 2021

Providing complete denture therapy to patients with atrophic residual alveolar ridges is challenging because such patients suffer ongoing diminution of the denture foundation. Modern approaches often involve dental implant therapy as a means of improving the denture function and supplementing the mechanics of prosthesis support, retention and stability. Regardless of implant availability, physiologically optimal denture contours and appropriate teeth arrangement should be achieved to maximize prosthesis stability, comfort and function for patients. The neutral zone concept implies acquired muscle control, especially by tongue, lips and cheeks toward the denture stability. In this case, concept of Neutral zone (NZ) and Lingualized occlusal scheme have been incorporated in an effort to provide successful complete denture therapy.
Evaluation of a bioabsorbable collagen membrane in the treatment of localized gingival recession – a case series”
Authors: M B Harsha.
Published: September 2021

BACKGROUND: Gingival recession (GR), often an aesthetic concern to the patient, is also associated with root sensitivity, and has a predilection to root caries. The purpose of this case series was to evaluate a bioabsorbable collagen membrane for root coverage with guided tissue regeneration (GTR) procedure, in localized gingival recession defects. METHODS: Three cases presented in this case series, showing a localized Miller’s Class I or Class II gingival recession were treated for root coveragewith GTR-based collagen membrane. The graft was completely covered with coronally advanced flap and followed up to 6th month postoperatively. RESULTS: Six months following the procedure, the root coverage was found to be 100% in all three cases. The root coverage obtained appeared structurally and functionally stable. CONCLUSION: It may be concluded that the resorbable collagen membrane could be reliably used in the treatment of gingival recession.
Frequency of Yersinia species infection in paediatric acute diarrhoea in Tehran
Authors: Dallal M. M. Soltan , MoezArdalan K.
Published: September 2021

This study determined the frequency of Yersinia enterocolitica infection in 300 children with acute diarrhoea aged 0-12 years who were attending a paediatric hospital in Tehran. Over the 5-month study [May-September 2002], Yersinia species and other organisms were cultured and serotyped from stool samples or swabs. Yersinia spp. were found in 8 cases [2.7%]. Enteropathogenic Escherichia coli was isolated in 5.7% of cases, Shigella spp. in 3.0% and Salmonella spp. in 2.0%. None of the Y. enterocolitica belonged to the common serotypes of O:3 and O:9. Atypical Yersinia spp. [Y. intermedia and Y. frederiksenii] were isolated. All Y. enterocolitica isolates had a similar pattern of antimicrobial resistance. Yersinia spp. infections are not common in the summer months in Tehran
[Medical practice with regard to physicians’ mistakes and disease complications]
Authors: Mangoud A. M.
Published: September 2021

This study gives a historical background on regulations implemented by Islamic scholars to codify medical practice, and highlights the advance of science and technology in the modern era and the need for physicians [along with science and technology] to adhere to religious values. It discusses physicians’ responsibilities, the issue of malpractice, and the difference between malpractice and complications. Recommendations are proposed to implement medical ethics in the curriculum of medical colleges around the Islamic world and to promote the role of medical religious committees in Islamic world as is being done in Saudi Arabia
Feeding practice outcome for preterm infants in two neonatology units in Buraidah, Saudi Arabia
Authors: Khalil M. K. M. , Al Ghamdi Y. S. , Al Yahia O. A. , Subah A. , Barmad R.
Published: September 2021

Wecarried out a follow-up study to investigate variation in short-term outcome for preterm infants in 2 hospitals in Buraidah. We compared gestational age, birth weight, head circumference at birth and length of stay. Outcome measures were weight gain/day, feeding pattern on discharge and feeding pattern 1 month after discharge. Mean weight gain was significantly higher in hospital A, 9.6 [ +/- 19.7] g/day compared to -1.2 [ +/- 29.5] g/day in hospital B [P = 0.049]. The proportion of infants exclusively breastfed 1 month after discharge was 37.5% in hospital B compared to 13.2% in hospital A [P = 0.0224]. There are clear hospital level differences in short-term outcome in the same region, emphasizing the need for continuous follow-up and evaluation of differences in a perinatal audit