bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Un destripador de antaño. Bases tradicionales en un cuento de Emilia Pardo Bazán
Authors: Carranza Claudia
Published: October 2018

Un destripador de antaño es la historia de un rumor, de una leyenda que se genera en torno a los ingredientes que emplea un boticario para elaborar sus medicinas. Más allá del relato tremendista, el interés de esta historia consiste en que su autora consiguió hilvanar un argumento a partir de tipos, motivos y elementos provenientes de la literatura tradicional. Serán esos elementos los que se analizarán en el presente artículo, que se encamina, además de al estudio de un relato de Pardo Bazán, al análisis intertextual entre el cuento y otros géneros de la tradición oral.
Hacia una infancia de nuestra historia nacional. Las batallas en el desierto, de José Emilio Pacheco
Authors: Zamora Alejandro
Published: October 2018

Este artículo es un estudio de las narrativas dominantes que estructuraban las diversas esferas de la vida política, social, íntima y espiritual del México de los años cincuenta, tal como las presenta la novela Las batallas en el desierto, de José Emilio Pacheco. Particularmente, analiza la figura de la infancia (en el personaje de Carlitos) como una instancia resistente a dichas narrativas, y por lo mismo, como una figura crítica privilegiada de los discursos adultos de autoridad (la religión, la política, la raza, la clase social, la moral). El autor postula, por medio de una comparación con estudios científicos sobre los efectos en los niños de los esquemas narrativos totalitarios impuestos por los adultos (la religión), que dichos efectos no son una pura invención o construcción literaria, sino una realidad global a cuya crítica y estudio la literatura puede aportar mucho.
Judgment of the Court of Justice in C-526/14 Tadej Kotnik and Others v. Državni zbor Republike Slovenije and permissibility of granting State aid to financial institutions
Authors: Stępkowski Łukasz
Published: October 2018

The present work explores the Court of Justice’s decision in C-526/14 Tadej Kotnik and Others, along with its background, elements that led to it and subsequent developments in EU law. The author comments on the Court’s reasoning to discover whether the case was decided meritoriously or per incuriam.
Demonstrating efficacy and effectiveness in clinical studies with recurrent event as primary end point: a chronic obstructive pulmonary disease example
Authors: Khatry Deepak B
Published: October 2018

Pivotal clinical trials of persistent disorders such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and severe asthma often utilize recurrent event (e.g., exacerbations) as primary study end point. Such infrequent and correlated end points usually have skewed distributions, which can result in clinical efficacy criterion being met even while clinical effectiveness may be poor. Patients, prescribers and, increasingly, payers want evidence of both a medicine's clinical efficacy and its effectiveness. This duality in evidentiary requirements is causing a shift from the traditional one-size-fits-all blockbuster drug development paradigm to newer patient-centric models. Using a simulated study, we illustrate how clinical studies using enrichment designs can collect and present such patient-centric evidence that will simultaneously demonstrate clinical efficacy and effectiveness, while increasing probability of trial success and overall efficiency.
El congreso cultural de la Habana de 1968. La subversión de la noción de intelectual
Authors: Martín Candiano Leonardo
Published: October 2018

El artículo aborda las propuestas originadas por la intelectualidad latinoamericana en general y cubana en particular durante el Congreso Cultural de La Habana de enero de 1968 respecto del papel del intelectual en la sociedad, las posibilidades para el despliegue de una práctica ideológica que enfrente el colonialismo cultural en el Tercer Mundo y el desarrollo de un activismo intelectual orgánico a los denominados procesos de liberación nacional existentes hacia finales de la década del sesenta. De este modo, se examina a través de un evento específico la conformación de una original concepción político-cultural colectiva gestada en nuestro continente, cuya magnitud generó una inédita repercusión a lo largo y ancho del mismo. A la vez, expresa rasgos constitutivos de la política cultural promovida por la Revolución Cubana cuanto menos en su primera etapa, entre 1959 y 1971, y permite repensar una serie de conceptualizaciones teóricas respecto de la noción de intelectual. Para la realización de este trabajo se analizaron fuentes primarias tales como declaraciones colectivas, discursos y ponencias individuales pertenecientes al Congreso, fundamentalmente aquellas que tuvieron mayor circulación en el momento del mismo y fueron replicadas en distintas publicaciones de la época.
Ecuador: “Sin Educación, no hay Revolución”. La universidad como arena de disputa por la hegemonía
Authors: Nogales Haro Grace Diana
Published: October 2018

El Ecuador de la última década ha sido escenario de transformaciones y disputas. Una de las esferas más importantes en este proceso ha sido la educación, caracterizada históricamente por ser un mecanismo de exclusión social. Este artículo revisa los momentos de la historia del Ecuador en los que se ha intentado reformar el sistema educativo, a la vez que los vincula con los distintos proyectos de Estado nación presentes en la historia nacional, en los cuales la matriz oligárquica conservadora ha mantenido su hegemonía. Bajo esta visión, se pretende comprender las potencialidades y limitaciones del proyecto de transformación de la educación emprendido por el gobierno de la Revolución Ciudadana.
EPIDEMOILOGY, DIAGNOSIS, AND TREATMENT OF HIV-ASSOCIATED NON-HODGKIN LYMPHPOMAS
Authors: Rassokhin V. V. , Nekrasova A. V. , Baikov V. V. , Ilyin N. V. , Vinogradova Yu. N.
Published: October 2018

The objective of the study was to analyze clinical, immunological and morphological features of malignant non-Hodgkin lymphpomas (MNHL) in HIV-infected patients, evaluate the options and the results of the treatment for the patients in oncohematological hospital environment. Materials and methods. The study evaluated the data from Original Medical Records of 185 HIVinfected patients (mean age 36–40 years) with MNHL that was detected during the period from 1994 to 2017. The results of clinical, laboratory, morphological and immunohistochemical methods used for the study in HIV-infected patients with MNHL were represented. Results. During the period from 1994 to 2017, increasing in the number of HIV-infected patients with MNL, mean age of which was less than 40 years, had been marked. Duration of HIV-infection up to the time of detection the MNHL was 7 years but in 23% of cases the HIV-infection and tumor disease were diagnosed at the same time. Low number of CD4 lymphocyte cells (132 cells/μL) and high number of RNA HIV (more than 550 000 copies/μL) were detected in the blood of the patients. The following distribution was among morphological types of MNHL: diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) — 42%, Burkitt's lymphomas — 32%, plasmablastic lymphomas — 26%. Clinical lymphomas with the extranodal manifestations accompanied with large quantity of complications and opportunistic infections directly resulted from immunosuppression severity (p<0,05) were predominant (76%). Evaluation of combined chemoimmunotherapy effectiveness in HIV-infected patients and in the patients with MNHL showed comparable results in contrast with the population of seronegative HIV-infected patients under using standard polychemotherapy regimens with rituximab, antiretroviral therapy, prevention of infectious complications and immune reconstitution syndrome. Conclusion. Malignant non-Hodgkin lymphpomas represent the group of oncological diseases, which is predominant in HIV-infected patients. These diseases require team approach in early detection, current treatment, prevention of complications in the multidisciplinary team that will significantly improve disease outcome.
SYPHILIS AND HIV COMORBIDITY: NEGATIVE CLINICAL AND EPIDEMIOLOGIC SYNERGY
Authors: Krasnoselskikh T. V. , Manasheva Е. B. , Gezei M. А.
Published: October 2018

Recently, management of patients co-infected with syphilis and HIV infection is becoming an increasingly important problem. Similarity of circumstances and ways of HIV and syphilis transmission as well as populations at risk of infection suggests that in the coming years the number of cases of co-infection will increase. The .negative synergy. of HIV infection and syphilis has been proven. This means a mutual reinforcement of the negative effect, when each of the diseases in their combination is more unfavorable than the separately existing disease. Syphilis increases the likelihood of HIV acquisition and transmission during unprotected sexual intercourse and contributes to the progression of HIV infection. On the other hand, it is traditionally believed that concomitant HIV infection can significantly change clinical features and course of syphilis and make its diagnosis and treatment more complicated. However, the widespread use of antiretroviral therapy has allowed to significantly reduce this negative effect. The review article is devoted to the problem of the biological and epidemiological .synergy. of these two infections, as well as to the analysis of modern data on the clinical features of syphilis developing against the background of HIV infection.
LETAL OUTCOMES IN PATIENTS WITH HIV INFECTION, PARALLELS WITH ADEQUACY OF DIAGNOSTICS, DISPENSER AND TREATMENT
Authors: Azovtseva O. V. , Trofimova T. S. , Arkhipov G. S. , Ogurtsova S. V. , Panteleev A. M. , Belyakov N. A.
Published: October 2018

The goal is to consider the lethality as an indicator of the adequacy and success of timely detection, clinical examination and treatment of patients with HIV infection. Materials and methods. A retrospective analysis of 913 deaths of HIV-infected patients in the Novgorod Region was carried out for the period from 2001 to 2017. The study included patients with previously known HIV status and patients with newly diagnosed HIV infection. Age, time (from the time of detection of HIV infection to death), clinical (causes of deaths) and other characteristics were taken into account. The conclusion. Every year, the number of deaths of HIV-infected patients increases, while the number of deaths diagnosed with AIDS is increasing yearly. The structure of deaths is dominated by cases caused by severe immunosuppression, which is a characteristic feature of this stage of the epidemic. The most likely cause of increased mortality is the late onset of treatment, low coverage of therapy and a large number of late-identified patients. The age structure of the deceased is dominated by persons 30–39 years old. The main cause of death is tuberculosis. The increase in deaths from tuberculosis depends on the number of patients with unstable social status. Other common causes of death are bacterial infections (pneumonia, sepsis, etc.), malignant neoplasms, toxoplasmosis, pneumocystis pneumonia. A similar structure of deaths is associated with late diagnosis and atypical course (rapid progression) of tuberculosis. Among the causes of death not related to HIV, a significant proportion is occupied by viral hepatitis in the cirrhotic stage, cardiovascular diseases, malignant neoplasms, drug overdoses, alcohol poisoning. The annual increase in lethal outcomes in the region is due to inadequate coverage and late onset of ARVT, a low percentage of prevention of opportunistic diseases at a critically low level of CD4 cells, weak adherence to medical examination and treatment. To increase the life expectancy of HIV-infected people, it is necessary to improve and expand programs for the prevention and treatment of HIV infection.
Response of growing rabbits (Oryctolagus cuniculus) fed diets containing raw tallow (Detarium microcarpum) seed meal
Authors: Zhiri Jiya , Abdumojeed Ijaiya , John Alabi , John Makinde , Salamatu Saidu
Published: October 2018

A 12-week study was conducted to determine the effect of graded levels of raw
tallow seed meal (RTSM) on growth performance, haematological and
biochemical parameters and organoleptic qualities of growing rabbits. Five
experimental diets were compounded to contain 0, 25, 50, 75 and 100% RTSM
replacing the palm kernel cake weight for the weight designated as T1, T2,
T3, T4 and T5, respectively. Forty-five (45) weaned rabbits between 5 and 6
weeks with an average body weight ranging from 500 to 600 g of mixed breeds
and sexes (females and males) were randomly allocated to the five (5)
dietary treatments in the randomized complete block design with nine (9)
rabbits per treatment replicated three (3) times with three (3) rabbits
each. Data were collected on feed intake, weight gain, feed conversion
ratio, nutrient digestibility, some haematological and biochemical
parameters and organoleptic qualities of the rabbits. The feed intake,
weight gain and feed conversion ratio were significantly (P<.005) affected
by the dietary treatments. The rabbits fed diets T1, T2 and T3 recorded
similar feed intake (62, 66.95, and 66.50 g), total weight gain (1328.73,
1320.44, and 1323.49 g) and feed conversion ratio (3.92, 4.26, and 4.22)
which were significantly better than those observed for the rabbits fed
diets T4 and T5. The nutrient digestibilities of the rabbits fed the
experimental diets were also significantly (P<0.05) affected. The rabbits
fed diet T2 had better fiber digestibility (47.05%) compared to other
treatment groups. Ether extract digestibility was observed to be better in
the group of rabbits fed diets T1, T2 and T3, respectively. Some of the
other nutrients in the group of rabbits fed diets T3, T4 and T5 were
similarly digested. The haematological parameters were observed to be
depressed as the level of RTSM increased in the diets. Packed cell volume,
red blood cells and white blood cells were observed to reduce from 37.69 to
21.22%, 4.14 to 2.18 g/dl and 4.98 to 3.02 g/dl. The biochemical parameters
indicated a similar trend as that of the haematological parameters. Total
protein, glucose and urea reduced from 6.15 to 4.63 g/dl, 5.15 to 3.80 g/dl
and 7.76 to 4.00 mmol/l. The result of the organoleptic qualities indicated
a non-significant (P>0.05) difference except for the juiciness which was
significantly (P<0.05) high in the rabbits fed diets T1 (5.90), T3 (5.65),
and T4 (5.90), respectively. In conclusion, up to 50% of RTSM can be
included in the diets of rabbits without adverse effects on productive
performance, nutrient utilization, blood parameters and organoleptic
qualities.
The agricultural water footprint and assessment of virtual water trade. Does Serbia import or export water?
Authors: Stricevic Ruzica , Srdjevic Zorica , Djurovic Nevenka , Srdjevic Bojan
Published: October 2018

Limited water resources, an increase in water demand and a changing climate
triggered the development of new concepts for assessment of water demand and
water consumption locally and globally. The newest concepts that successfully
tackle this issue are water footprint and virtual water trade. Aims of this
study are: (1) to define specific water demand for the most important
agricultural products in the international trade of the Republic of Serbia,
(2) to assess possibilities of an increase in water productivity for those
products, and (3) to assess sustainability of water resources in Serbia,
based on the ratio of import/export during virtual water trade. Specific
water demand for wheat, maize, sunflower, sugar beet and soya bean has been
calculated and compared with specific water demand in other countries.
Results prove that water productivity can be improved by, for example, using
other varieties of crops or modifying cultivation technology. The ratio of
imported/exported virtual water quantities for the periods 1995-1999 and
2010- 2013 in Serbia shows that more water was exported than imported.
Sustainability of water resources in Serbia will not be endangered even if
the export of agricultural products is increased.
Nonglycemic Outcomes of Antidiabetic Medications
Authors: Morse Christopher , Sze David , Patel Dhiren , Goldman Jennifer
Published: October 2018

IN BRIEF The number of medications used to treat diabetes has increased dramatically in the past 15 years. With so many options that have shown significant A1C improvement, it is important to consider side effects, precautions, and additional benefits these agents may offer. This article is a review of some of the most compelling literature available on the nonglycemic benefits of sulfonylureas, thiazolidinediones, biguanides, glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor agonists, dipeptidyl peptidase 4 inhibitors, and sodium–glucose cotransporter 2 inhibitors. Other classes of antihyperglycemic agents, such as dopamine agonists, meglitinides, and amylin agonists, are not discussed in this article.
Impact of Gastric Banding Versus Metformin on β-Cell Function in Adults With Impaired Glucose Tolerance or Mild Type 2 Diabetes
Authors: Xiang Anny H. , Trigo Enrique , Martinez Mayra , Katkhouda Namir , Beale Elizabeth , Wang Xinhui , Wu Jun , Chow Ting , Montgomery Cortney , Nayak Krishna S. , Hendee Fadi , Buchanan Thomas A. ,   RISE Consortium, Kahn Steven E. , Arslanian Silva A. , Edelstein Sharon L. , Ehrmann David A. , Nadeau Kristen J. , Palmer Jerry P. , Utzschneider Kristina M. , Temple Karla A. , Rue Abby , Barengolts Elena , Mokhlesi Babak , Van Cauter Eve , Sam Susan , Miller M. Annette , Atkinson Karen M. , Gebremedhin Tsige , Kernan-Schloss Abigail , Kozedub Alexandra , Morse Emily J. , Mather Kieren J. , Garrett Tammy , Hannon Tamara S. , Lteif Amale , Patel Aniket , Chisholm Robin , Moore Karen , Pirics Vivian , Pratt Linda , Gross Susan , Zeitler Philip S. , Williams Jayne , Green Melanie-Cree , Garcia Yesenia , Reyes Krista , Vissat Kathleen , Brown Nancy , Guerra Kristin , Porter Sonia , Caprio Mary , Savoye Bridget , Pierpont John M. , Lachin Ashley N. , Hogan Santica , Marcovina Jessica , Harting John , Albers Dave , Hill Peter J. , Savage  , Leschek Ellen W.
Published: October 2018

OBJECTIVE

Type 2 diabetes (T2D) results from progressive loss of β-cell function. The BetaFat study compared gastric banding and metformin for their impact on β-cell function in adults with moderate obesity and impaired glucose tolerance (IGT) or recently diagnosed, mild T2D.

RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS

Eighty-eight people aged 21–65 years, BMI 30–40 kg/m2, with IGT or diabetes known for <1 year, were randomized to gastric banding or metformin for 2 years. Hyperglycemic clamps (11.1 mmol/L) followed by arginine injection at maximally potentiating glycemia (>25 mmol/L) were performed at baseline, 12 months, and 24 months to measure steady-state C-peptide (SSCP) and acute C-peptide response to arginine at maximum glycemic potentiation (ACPRmax) and insulin sensitivity (M/I).

RESULTS

At 24 months, the band group lost 10.7 kg; the metformin group lost 1.7 kg (P < 0.01). Insulin sensitivity increased 45% in the band group and 25% in the metformin group (P = 0.30 between groups). SSCP adjusted for insulin sensitivity fell slightly but not significantly in each group (P = 0.34 between groups). ACPRmax adjusted for insulin sensitivity fell significantly in the metformin group (P = 0.002) but not in the band group (P = 0.25 between groups). HbA1c fell at 12 and 24 months in the band group (P < 0.004) but only at 12 months (P < 0.01) in the metformin group (P > 0.14 between groups). Normoglycemia was present in 22% and 15% of band and metformin groups, respectively, at 24 months (P = 0.66 between groups).

CONCLUSIONS

Gastric banding and metformin had similar effects to preserve β-cell function and stabilize or improve glycemia over a 2-year period in moderately obese adults with IGT or recently diagnosed, mild T2D.
Study on the Productivity of Grass Forage as a Feed Source for Sambar Deer (Cervus unicolor) in Deer Captivity of PT. Gunung Madu Plantations
Authors: Setiawan Taufik , Harianto Sugeng Prayitno
Published: October 2018

Sambar deer (Cervus unicolor) is one of the protected animals. However now the existence of sambar deer is increasingly threatened. Therefore, there is need for ex-situ conservation activities, one of the mis deer captivity in PT. Gunung Madu Plantations. An important component in the management of wildlife in captivity is the availability of food plants that need to be observed that aims to determine the productivity of forage as feed for sambar deer. The research method used a castle method by making the sample plots of grass. The results showed that there are two types of grass that feed the sambar deer in captivity. This type of feed consists pait grass (Axonopus compressus) and elephant grass (Pennnisetum purpureum). Pait grass (Axonopus compressus) has a productivity of 10,02 kg/m2/day, larger than the elephant grass (Pennnisetum purpureum) with a productivity of 3,94 kg/m2/day. Keywords: Cervus unicolor, grass, productivity of grass forage, PT. Gunung Madu Plantations.
Nature Tourism Potential in KPH Unit XIII Rajabasa, Way Pisang, Batu Serampok, Lampung Province
Authors: Sihite Rohany Yanti , Setiawan Agus , Dewi Bainah Sari
Published: October 2018

KPH Unit XIII Gunung Rajabasa, Way Pisang, Batu Serampok has several potential natural tourism objects including waterfalls and sulfur spring. However the visitors were still a few. This study aimed to assess the natural tourism potential in this area and to develop an appropriate development strategy for priority natural attractions. Potential assessment and determination of natural attractions priority were conducted using Operation Areas Analysis of Object and Natural Tourism Attraction (ADO-ODTWA) guidelines issued by the Director General of Forest Protection and Natural Conservation (PHKA) 2003. Development strategy of natural attractions priority was conducted by identifying strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats using SWOT analysis. Result showed that among various natural tourism attractions in thearea, Kecapi Waterfall plus Way Belerang Simpur Hot spring were selected as the most potential tourism spot. Based on SWOT analisys, this object is located among growing market area that makes this objectin a favorable condition because they have a positive strength and opportunity in terms of natural tourism development. Strategies needed in order to create a developing plan are increasing the information spreading and promotion trough offline either online mass media. Keywords: Potential Tourism Assessment, Natural Tourism.
The Development of Timor Deer Breeding in Tahura Wan Abdul Rachman Lampung
Authors: Xavier Saturnino , Harianto Sugeng Prayitno , Dewi Bainah Sari
Published: October 2018

The presence of National Forest Park (Tahura) Wan Abdul Rachman is an opportunity to be developed into ecotourism if it is well-managed and have support from stakeholders especially the local community. The purpose of this study is to know the potential of human resource, management capabilities, community support in Tahura Wan Abdul Rachman and to formulate priority development strategy of captive breeding timor deer into ecotourism. This research was conducted during February to April 2017. Data was collected by observation and interview. The data was analyzed descriptively using SWOT analysis. The result showed that the existence of captive timor deer in Tahura Wan Abdul Rachman can be developed into ecotourism because of the support from society and other stakeholder. Management Unit in Tahura Wan Abdul Rachman was implemented the functions of management such as planning, organizing, actuating and controlling. A main priority of strategy to maintain and develop the ecotourism potential based on deer breeding is by improving coordination and cooperation between UPTD Tahura Wan Abdul Rachman as the organizer of deer breeding unit with local Goverment of Lampung Province, private party and community.Keywords: deer breeding, ecotourism, human resource, management.
Optimization Strategy of Implementation Fundamental Duty, Function and Authority Forest Ranger
Authors: Sukarman Sukarman
Published: October 2018

Increasing disturbances in forest sustainability lead to the notion that the implementation of the main duties, functions, and authorities of the forestry police (polhut) is not optimal. The purpose of this study was to determine the implementation and identify and find alternative strategies for optimizing the implementation of the main duties, functions, and authorities of the forest police in Way Kambas National Park (TNWK). Data retrieval is done by interview, observation, and documentation. The results of the study show that the internal elements of the polhut have the strength is the protection of laws and regulations that are strong enough by the legislation that applies so that the element of weakness is lack of financial support, facilities, and infrastructure. The external element of opportunity is the Government Regulation of the Republic of Indonesia Number 45 of 2004 concerning Forest Protection and Law Number 41 of 1999 concerning forestry, while the threat factors are poverty and unemployment. The choice of strategies found is maximizing and increasing the ability of the forest police, maximizing the infrastructure facilities and utilizing the opportunity to receive cooperation from partners. Optimization program strategy by maintaining and developing existing programs, developing the participation of local communities and indigenous peoples, and integrating all Government Regulation of the Republic of Indonesia Number 45 of 2004 concerning Forest protection and Law Number 41 of 1999 concerning Forestry.polhutKeyword: strategy of optimalization, polhut, national park
Cinta Bahari Women's Group Participation on Mangrove Forest Conservation
Authors: Desmania Desy , Harianto Sugeng Prayitno , Herwanti Susni
Published: October 2018

Most area of Margasari village was mangrove forests. Therefore, Cinta Bahari Women’s Group, make mangrove forests as a source of life and their economic income. Cinta Bahari Women’s Group was a group of women who always be active in the processing and the utilization of non-timber mangrove forest products namely jeruju leaf (Acanthus Ilicifolius) and pedada fruit (Sonneratia Caseolaris) to serve as processed food ingredients. The purpose of this research was to identify the activities which were undertaken by cinta bahari women’s group of mangrove forest conservation. This research was conducted at Lampung Mangrove Center, Margasari Village, Labuhan Maringgai District, East Lampung regency by using purposive sampling method. The number of respondents was 41 people. Based on the result of research, the aspect of protection in the effort of conservation of mangrove forest was categorized good with percentage of 88% which was supported by the activities of plant protection jeruju (Acanthus ilicifolius) and fruit plants pedada (Sonneratia caseolaris) from disturbance of animals and human disturbance; preservation aspect was categorized good with percentage equal to 54% which was supported by the stitching and nursery activities of mangrove plants; utilization aspect was categorized good with percentage equal to 58% which was supported by the utilization of mangrove forests as processed foods, beverages and medicines.Keywords: Margasari village, Mangrove forests, Cinta bahari women’s group, mangrove forest conservation.
The Role of Rural Forest Women in Increasing the Household Income
Authors: Hanum Iznita Mulya , Qurniati Rommy , Herwanti Susni
Published: October 2018

The role of women in managing natural resources is needed to help their husband to increase the economy level of the family. Besides a role to manage the household, women also have a task to get income, and it called double-role in the family. The role of women in work productively holds an effect in fulfilling household needs. This research aims to identify the productive women activities and women role against increasing of the family income in Sidodadi Village Teluk Pandan Sub District Pesawaran District in Lampung Province. The samples taken using cluster and purposive sample methods were 73 samples. Data analysis method used in this research was qualitative and quantitative data analysis. The result showed that the Sidodadi productive women activities to increase the family income were the trader, farmer, agricultural laborer and officer. Trade was a productive activity of women who have the highest income contribution. The contribution of women towards the total income of the family was low (30%), so the role of women in economic activities. Keywords: women role, productive activities, income, household
The Economic Values of Utilizing Water Services Way Betung Watershed
Authors: Pratama Hendra , Yuwono Slamet Budi , Kaskoyo Hari , Bakri Samsul
Published: October 2018

Way Betung watershed is a source of raw water supply utilized by the Talang Mulya community for various purposes, such as for household needs, irrigation of paddy farming and micro hydro power plant. Water availability is closely related to the existing forest presence in the area, the forest land management should be in balance on be half of maintaing water availability. This study aimed to determine the perception of the community and to analyze the economic value of water for household needs, irrigation of paddy farming and micro hydro power plant. This research also calculated the Willingness to Pay of forest and land rehabilitation costs by community. Primary data collection were conducted by interviewing 106 respondents. The results showed that the community appraisal of water resources in Way Betung watershed were good since 88% of respondents are willing to pay for forest rehabilitation. The total economic value of water utilization in Talang Mulya Village was Rp.2.963.540.390/year and the value of willingness to pay for forest rehabilitation costs was Rp.5.833.608/year with average willingness to pay was Rp.22.948/year. Keywords: watershed , total economic value, the economic value of water, willingness to pay.
UJI KINERJA ALAT PENGERING SILINDER VERTIKAL PADA PROSES PENGERINGAN JAGUNG (Zea mays ssp. mays)
Authors: Putra Made Aditya , Asmara Sandi , Sugianti Cicih , Novita Dwi Dian
Published: October 2018

Jagung (Zea mays ssp. mays) merupakan salah satu tanaman pangan dunia yang terpenting selain gandum dan padi. Namun permasalahan yang dihadapi petani yaitu kadar air awal jagung yang tinggi dan cuaca yang tidak mendukung menjadi kendala yang dihadapi dalam proses pengeringan. Salah satu alternatif alat yang dapat digunakan untuk proses pengeringan jagung yaitu alat pengering tipe silinder vertikal. Tujuan dari penelitian adalah untuk mengetahui karakteristik pengeringan jagung dan megetahui efisiensi total alat pengering silinder vertikal selama proses pengeringan. Tahapan penelitian meliputi modifikasi alat dengan penambahan besi plat berbentuk segitiga pada bagian bawah ruang pengering untuk mengurangi titik kritis serta tahap pengujian yang dilakukan 3 kali berdasarkan kadar air 29% bb, 27,5% bb basis basah dan 26% bb. Hasil penelitian menunjukan waktu yang digunakan untuk mengeringkan jagung hingga mencapai kadar air 12-14 % pada setiap uji berbeda-beda. Uji kinerja 1 membutuhkan waktu 8 jam, uji kinerja 2 membutuhkan waktu 7 jam dan uji kinerja 3 membutuhkan waktu 6 jam. Tetapi laju pengeringan untuk setiap uji kinerja hampir memiliki nilai yang sama sekitar 5 kg H2O/Jam. Sehingga efisiensi total pengeringan pada uji kinerja 1 sebesar 23,56%, uji kinerja 2 sebesar 26,90% dan uji kinerja 3 sebesar 23,57%. Kata kunci : pengering silinder vertikal; jagung; suhu; kadar air
Frecuencia de patologías abdominales diagnosticadas por ecografía abdominal en la clínica Veterinaria del Sur Sabaneta, Antioquia.
Authors: Buitrago Mejia Jhonny Alberto , Osorio A Juan Sebastián , Cadavid R Ana Cristina
Published: October 2018

La ecografía en pequeños animales ha avanzado enormemente en los últimos años, llegando a sustituir en muchos casos a los estudios radiográficos convencionales. La ecografía abdominal es una ayuda diagnóstica de gran importancia para las clínicas veterinarias, en la actualidad su implementación ha aumentado debido a que es una técnica no invasiva, rápida y oportuna, que junto a la evaluación clínica del paciente nos permite identificar patologías en un corto periodo. El objetivo de este reporte es identificar la frecuencia de las patologías abdominales diagnosticadas por medio de ultrasonido, así como el órgano más afectado. Para esto se tomó información de la base de datos de los reportes ecográficos de la Clínica Veterinaria del Sur, ubicada en Sabaneta Antioquia, entre diciembre de 2016 y abril de 2017, en las cuales se realizaron 119 ecografías abdominales, de ellas el 82% fue desarrollada en caninos y 18% en felinos, siendo el tracto gastroentérico el más frecuentemente afectado (23,33%), seguido del hígado (16%) y el bazo (8%). La patología reportada con mayor frecuencia fue la inflamación gástrica (8%), seguida de la hepatitis (7,33%) y la gastroenteritis (4%).
Perfil proteico en vacas lactantes y novillas de vientre
Authors: HERRERA BENAVIDES YONAIRO MANUEL , Brunal Tachad Elisa , Campillo José , Rugeles Pinto Clara , Martínez Humanes Nicolas
Published: October 2018

El objetivo de esta investigación fue determinar concentraciones séricas proteicas en vacas y novillas de vientre en condiciones de pastoreo en el trópico bajo colombiano. Se tomaron muestras sanguíneas de 6 vacas y 6 novillas clínicamente sanas, en las que se determinó estadística descriptiva de proteínas totales, albumina, globulinas, urea y NUS. Los resultados obtenidos en vacas fueron: proteínas totales 6,53±0,73 (g/dL), albumina 4,10±0,62 (g/dL), globulinas 2,43±0,94 (g/dL), urea 18,14±4,21 (mg/dL) y NUS 8,45±1,96 (mg/dL); y para las novillas los siguientes: proteínas totales 6,07±0,93 (g/dL), albumina 4,40±0,89 (g/dL), globulinas 1,67±1,33 (g/dL), urea 20,40±6,10 (mg/dL) y NUS 9,51±2,84 (mg/dL). No se encontraron diferencias significativas entre las categorías estudiadas, por lo que se concluye que tanto las vacas como las novillas están en fases metabólicas similares determinado en cuanto a sus requerimientos nutricionales, por ende las concentraciones de análitos en el organismo se encuentran muy semejantes.
El programa de Zootecnia: Retos de investigación e innovación para Colombia
Authors: De la Ossa V Jaime , Pérez-Cordero Alexander , Montes-Vergara Donicer
Published: October 2018

Como se ha manifestado: El origen de la Zootecnia en Colombia se remonta a 1954, año en que se consideró necesaria la intensificación de los estudios agropecuarios en el país, específicamente para la formación de profesionales en el área de producción animal (http://www.elempleo.com/co/noticias/noticias-laborales/zootecnia-diversos-campos-de-desempeno-3352). Desde su inicio, este programa ha venido contribuyendo al desarrollo del campo colombiano mediante la docencia, investigación y extensión y proyección social en el campo de las ciencias para la producción animal. A pesar que la zootecnia es considerada una carrera importante en materia de seguridad e inocuidad alimentaria a nivel mundial, el profesional de la Zootecnia deberá actuar en toda la cadena de producción animal, requiriendo de procesos endógenos de reflexión, trabajo en equipo y reingeniería de las entidades que forman a dichos profesionales, de manera que sus aportes tengan un alto impacto al desarrollo económico, social y medioambiental del campo (http://www.anzoo.org/magazine/images/revista/RCZ_2b.pdf).
Displasia folicular de la capa negra canina
Authors: Arroyo M Yasmir José , Hincapié G Luis Carlos
Published: October 2018

La displasia folicular de la capa negra, es una dermatopatía restringida a las zonas de pelo negro de perros con dos o más capas de colores. Estudios mencionan haber un problema primario en el folículo piloso, donde está involucrada una herencia autosómica recesiva. El diagnóstico se hace gracias a la historia clínica, examen físico, tricograma y examen histopatológico del área afectada. Reporte del caso. Un canino mestizo de pelo corto, macho entero de 2 años de edad, de pelaje bicolor, se presenta con caída progresiva del pelo en las áreas negras desde el mes y medio de edad. Al examen clínico general no evidenció ninguna alteración fisiológica, encontrándose como hallazgo relevante la presencia de alopecia circunscrita e hipotricosis en las áreas negras ubicadas en la zona temporal de la cabeza y las orejas, apruriginosa, con leve seborrea. Se procede a realizar raspado de piel, siendo éste negativo para ácaros de la sarna, y a enviar posteriormente muestra para histopatología con el reporte de displasia folicular del pelo negro. Conclusión. La displasia folicular del pelo negro del canino es una afección dermatológica de escasa presentación en la clínica veterinaria. Por lo que reportes como éste, permiten demostrar la presencia de la patología, y con ello, aumentar el conocimiento de este tipo de dermatopatía.
Subcutaneous implantable cardioverter defibrillator in cardiomyopathies and channelopathies
Authors: Migliore Federico , Pelliccia Francesco , Autore Camillo , Bertaglia Emanuele , Cecchi Franco , Curcio Antonio , Bontempi Luca , Curnis Antonio , De Filippo Paolo , D’Onofrio Antonio , Francia Pietro , Maurizi Niccolò , Musumeci Beatrice , Proclemer Alessandro , Zorzi Alessandro , Corrado Domenico
Published: October 2018

Cardiomyopathies and channelopathies are heterogeneous disorders that increase the risk of sudden cardiac death (SCD). Implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) therapy is safe and effective for preventing SCD in patients at risk for malignant ventricular arrhythmias. Because of the poor positive predictive value of current risk stratification tools, the majority of patients implanted with an ICD will never receive a life-saving therapy but will be exposed to the risk of complications such as device infection, lead failure and inappropriate therapy. Subcutaneous ICD (S-ICD) now constitutes a valuable alternative to conventional transvenous ICD in patients with cardiomyopathies and channelopathies as it provides protection from SCD while avoiding the risks of intravascular lead infection or failure. This may be particularly advantageous for young patients with a very long life expectancy. On the other hand, S-ICD cannot deliver antitachycardia pacing or antibradycardia pacing. The purpose of this article is to review the available evidence and the future perspectives of S-ICD therapy in patients with cardiomyopathies or channelopathies.
Multimodality imaging, single center, cross-sectional study in adolescents or young adults with repaired tetralogy of Fallout
Authors: Balducci Anna , Hasan Tammam , Donti Andrea , Egidy Assenza Gabriele , Lovato Luigi , Fabi Marianna , Gesuete Valentina , Prandstraller Daniela , Formigari Roberto , Ragni Luca , Angeli Emanuela , Gargiulo Gaetano D. , Picchio Fernando M. , Bonvicini Marco
Published: October 2018

Background

Proper integration of multiple imaging modalities in the routine follow-up of patients with repaired tetralogy of Fallout (TOF) is poorly supported by data. We report our single center comparative study between cardiac magnetic resonance (CMR) and echocardiography to assess equipoise in the clinical utility of these two imaging methods in an unselected consecutive cohort of TOF patients referred to our outpatient clinic.

Material and methods

In this cross-sectional study, repaired TOF patients who underwent CMR and echocardiography within a 4-week period between 2010 and 2011 at our Center were included. Linear regression was used to analyze degree of inter modality correlation. A prediction model tested the association between functional data/probrain natriuretic peptide (Pro-BNP) with CMR.

Results

Fifty patients were included in the study (mean age 31 ± 18 years). The best predictors of right ventricle (RV) ejection fraction at CMR were tricuspid anular plane systolic excursion (tricuspid valve anular plane systolic excursion, R
2 0.37, P < 0.0001) and RV peak S-wave velocity (R
2 0.40, P < 0.001). Pro-BNP levels did present weak correlation with New York Heart Association functional class (R
2 0.31, P < 0.002) and QRS duration (R
2 0.32, P < 0.002) and a moderate correlation with right atrium area at CMR (R
2 0.46, P < 0.0001).

Conclusion

We found limited correlation between the two imaging modalities in the evaluation of RV after intracardiac repair of TOF. Pro-BNP level presents moderate correlation with right atrium area measured with echocardiography. Serial CMR evaluations are needed in this patient population, but they may be interchanged by routine echocardiography in particular in patients with normal or stable echocardiographic parameters.
Radial and femoral access for interventional fellows performing diagnostic coronary angiographies: the LEARN-Cardiogroup II, a prospective multicenter study
Authors: Omedè Pierluigi , Bertaina Maurizio , Cerrato Enrico , Rubio Lolo , Nuñez-Gil Ivan , Gili Sebastiano , Taha Salma , Macaya Carlos , Escaned Javier , D’Ascenzo Fabrizio
Published: October 2018

Background

Safety and efficacy of radial and femoral access for coronary angiography performed by cardiology fellows remain to be evaluated.

Methods

In this multicenter prospective study, cardiology fellows selected the access site (among femoral, right and left radial artery) for coronary angiography. All bleeding events related to the access site and all complications (a composite of all bleedings and artery occlusion) were the co-primary safety end points. Success for each access site, procedural and radiological times and single components of primary outcome were the secondary ones.

Results

Overall, 201 patients were enrolled. Fellows chose right radial, left radial or femoral access in 164 (82%), 20 (10%) and 17 (8%) cases, respectively. All-cause bleedings were lower in radial cohort (4 vs. 19%; P = 0.001) mainly driven by minor bleedings (4 vs. 18%, P = 0.012). Also, overall complications were less frequent with the radial approach (18 vs. 30%, P = 0.03) and radial artery occlusion did not differ between right vs. left side (4 vs. 5%, P = 0.76). Procedural time (minutes) was similar between radial and femoral site (23 ± 9 vs. 22 ± 10, P = 0.91), as well as time of X-ray exposure (6 ± 3 vs. 4 ± 2, P = 0.11), DAP (Gy/cm2: 17 ± 11 vs. 18 ± 12, P = 0.74) and amount of contrast medium (ml: 106 ± 81 vs. 84 ± 43, P = 0.89). Success for access was significantly higher with radial artery (89 vs. 71%, P = 0.004).

Conclusion

Radial artery is the most exploited access by cardiologist fellows, leading to reduction in minor bleedings and higher success compared with femoral access. No differences in procedural time and radiation exposures were recorded.
Empirical Validation of Blue Ocean Strategy Sustainability in an International Environment
Authors: Dvorak Jiri , Razova Ilona
Published: October 2018

This article investigates the applicability of blue ocean strategy in regard to low-cost airlines in the civil airline industry. To do so, the commercial offers of selected airlines were compared to validate any attempts to apply the blue ocean strategy concept. This is followed by examining the time limitation of the concept in a competitive environment and is illustrated by the changes in the industry for the past 30 years and a comparison of offers from similar companies. The third issue is the evaluation of the further contribution of blue ocean strategy when it is recognized as time-limited. The importance of first-mover advantage, which could be based on the ability to capture an economy of scale and advantageously shape the market, is also discussed.
An examination of the washback effect on Iranian EFL learners’ reading comprehension: Any implications for text difficulty in the classroom?
Authors: Kurosh khanshan Shabnam
Published: October 2018

In order to better understand the mechanisms of washback, the present study aimed to explore the washback effect of the entrance examination in Iran on language learners’ achievement in reading comprehension. The purpose of this study was also to examine ways in which the washback effect could modulate the selection of reading texts in the classroom, their difficulty level, and their effectiveness from the perspective of test takers. A total of 48 state and private university students studying English language teaching (ELT) at the MA level took part in this study. Participants were asked to provide answers to a researcher-developed questionnaire as well as to open-ended questions. The results of data analysis revealed that the entrance exam had a positive washback on learners’ reading comprehension in a number of ways. Furthermore, it was found that textbooks with a moderate level of difficulty were perceived as more effective by test takers. Implications for policymakers and suggestions for further research are presented.
Grammar and vocabulary testing scores in L2 reading
Authors: Mouti Anna , Ypsilandis George S.
Published: October 2018

In language testing bibliography, it has been suggested that L2 grammar and vocabulary scores strongly and positively correlate with L2 reading comprehension. Jeon and Yamashita (2014), conducting a large-scale meta-analysis study, found strong correlations among these two variables: r=.85 for grammar and r=.79 for vocabulary in different tasks. Following this paradigm, the current study examines this relationship (performance on reading skills and language use – grammar and vocabulary) integrated into a single testlet/paper. The hypothesis is tested by examining scores in reading skills and language use (in which grammar an..d vocabulary items are included) extracted from a large authentic sample in Greece with Italian as the target language. Further, any correlation between the acquisition or learning of these sub-skills is assessed. It was found that the two variables do indeed correlate statistically, although the strength of the correlation is not very high. In that respect, this work confirms findings of earlier studies reported in the literature review. This analysis results in several hypotheses which relate to the possible interpretations of the results. This study wishes to contribute to the discussion by adding results from a Greek context using Italian as the target L2.
PENETAPAN KADAR METANOL HASIL DESTILASI PENGUAP VAKUM PUTAR EKSTRAK METANOL DAUN UBI UNGU MENGGUNAKAN RAMAN SPEKTROFOTOMETER
Authors: Dewi Santi Maha
Published: October 2018

Solvent extracted results are often not utilized for re-extraction. Methanol is a universal solvent which is often used as an extract of simplicia. The result of a rotary vacuum evaporator distillation is not known purity and level. Raman spectrosphotometer is a non destructive method of analysis that can be applied to determine the levels and purity of distilled methanol. The objective of this research is to know the change of vacuum pressure to the level and purity of methanol, so that methanol from rotary vacuum distillation can be reused for re-extraction. Purple sweet potato leaves are macerated using 95% methanol : 3% citric acid. The extract was evaporated using a rotary vacuum evaporator at 100 mbar, 150 mbar, and 200 mbar vacuum pressure with a range of 5 to 180 min. Purity and methanol levels were determined using a Raman Handheld 1064 nm spectrophotometer.

Validation of methanol assay method with Raman spectrophotometer was obtained: precision: KV 0.19% -1.70%, accuracy: 94.4-103.8%, limit of detection: 1.77% (v/v), limit of quantification: 5.89% (v/v), the range of linearity of 1.77% -99.9% (v/v), with a calibration curve equation: y = 216,88x + 1437.1 and the value of R2 = 0.9997. Methanol content of distillation product with pressure variation 100 - 200 mbar in the span of 5 to 180 minutes obtained methanol level 59.8-81.2% (v/v). All distilled methanol yields a spectrum similarity of 86-99% when compared with absolute methanol.