bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Multiplex Qpcr Facilitates Identification Of Betaherpesviruses In Patients With Acute Liver Failure Of Unknown Etiology
Authors: Raposo Jéssica Vasques , Alves Arthur Daniel Rocha , Silva Alexandre Dos Santos Da , Santos Damião Carlos Dos , Melgaço Juliana Gil , Moreira Otacilio Cruz , Pinto Marcelo Alves , de Paula Vanessa
Published: April 2019

Background: The etiology of acute liver failure (ALF) is often unknown and reported to be associated with herpesviruses in a number of cases. In this study, we examined for betaherpesviruses infections in patients with ALF of unknown etiology using a multiplex qPCR to Betaherpesviruses subfamily.
Methods: Liver and serum samples from 27 patients with ALF of unknown etiology were analyzed with the aid of multiplex qPCR to identify betaherpesviruses. All positive samples were sequenced to confirm herpes infection and liver enzyme levels evaluated.
Results: Betaherpesviruses infection was effectively detected using multiplex qPCR. Seven (26%), two (7%) and three (11%) cases were positive for HHV-6, HHV-7 and HCMV, respectively. Two cases of dual infection (HHV-7/HHV-6 and HHV-7/HCMV) were additionally identified. Interestingly, HHV-7 was only detected in the presence of other betaherpesviruses. Sequencing information confirmed betaherpesviruses infection. High hepatic enzyme levels and INR values>1.4 were determined in all betaherpesvirus-positive patients.
Conclusions: Multiplex qPCR facilitated efficient quantification, indicating that differentiation between betaherpesviruses is possible with the sole use of real-time PCR. Liver and serum samples were positive for some betaherpesviruses, suggesting an association with ALF. Coinfection of HHV-7 with HHV-6 or HCMV was additionally detected, suggesting that the precursor betaherpesviruses infection can trigger HHV-7 infection. Based on these results, we propose that ALF patients should be screened for the presence of betaherpesviruses.
A Case Report of two siblings with Alstrom syndrome without hearing loss associated with two new ALMS1 variants
Authors: Shurygina Maria Fedorovna , Parker Maria A. , Schlechter Catie , Chen Rui , Li Yumei , Weleber Richard G. , Yang Paul , Pennesi Mark E.
Published: April 2019

Background

Alström syndrome (AS) is a rare monogenic disorder characterized by progressive multi-organ pathology including retinal degeneration, hearing impairment and type 2 diabetes. Here we present clinical features in two siblings diagnosed with Alström syndrome associated with novel biallelic changes in ALMS1.

Case presentation

Two siblings originally diagnosed as having achromatopsia presented with mild light sensitivity, nonspecific otitis media, and mild developmental delay during the first decade of life with a relatively stable ocular appearance during second decade, late onset of nystagmus and dyschromatopsia (after 20 years) and preserved vision during the third decade of life. One sibling had late onset hearing loss and both siblings had symmetric high myopia, normal stature, and ptosis. Clinical findings revealed structural and functional tests consistent with a cone-rod dystrophy. Novel variants c.9894dupC (p.S3298fs) and c.10769delC (p.T3590fs) in ALMS1 gene were found.

Conclusions

Two North American siblings who presented with a mild clinical phenotype of Alström syndrome were found to have novel mutations in ALMS1. These two frame-shift mutations segregated with the disease phenotype lending evidence to their pathogenicity.
The value relevance of expected vs. unexpected going concern opinions
Authors: Ruiz-Barbadillo Emiliano , Guiral Andrés
Published: April 2019

Previous event studies find that going concern opinions (GCOs) convey significant information to the market when the audit reports appear to be unexpected. Using the value relevance method, this paper examines the differential impact of expected and unexpected going concern opinions on the market value of US firms for the 2000–2006 time period. The results suggest that while both firms receiving expected and unexpected GCOs suffer a drop in their average market value, the decrease is larger in the case of firms with unexpected GCOs. It is also observed that the market tends to shift the weight they place on earnings to the book value of equity in valuing firms with unexpected GCOs. Specifically, the decrease in the pricing multiple of earnings is larger for the case of unexpected GCOs. This result suggests that GCOs are more informative when they are unexpected. The study complements existing work by exploring whether expected GCOs have any differential valuation impact than unexpected GCOs instead of looking at the informativeness of GCOs alone.
Transition to a new economy: transformation trends in the field of income and salary functions
Authors: Grishnova Olena , Cherkasov Andriy , Brintseva Olena
Published: April 2019

The rapid spread of information technologies and other phenomena in the new economy causes significant changes in the social and employment spheres. The objective is mainly to analyze and systematize the peculiarities of labor and payment for it in the new economy. In this paper, the analytical grouping method for characterizing salary functions, as well as changes in the social and labor sphere that take place in the new economy, correlation-regression analysis to determine the relationship between average income and factors affecting its level are used. The results of the paper show three important findings. Firstly, the gradual changes in the content of labor and forms of its organization that happen in modern conditions under the influence of dissemination of information and communication technologies require new approaches to income adjustment, management of employment of the population, development of professional education system. Secondly, the authors also found that the fair employee compensation, ensuring productive employment in modern conditions, is a challenge not only of the national, but also of international scale. Thirdly, the prospective directions of reducing inequality and social tension in society are the guarantee of the basic unconditional income, progressive tax on all types of income, reduction of the length of working time while maintaining payments and improving productivity. In addition to avoiding social dangers, it would be a proactive progressive function of expanding human development opportunities.
Competitive Cooperation in the Modernization of the Domestic Industry
Authors: Чернова Ольга , Chernova Olga
Published: April 2019

The research seeks to substantiate the possibility of modernization reforms in the domestic industry on the basis of competitive cooperation within a cluster. The author identifies some factors and conditions that increase the effectiveness of these interactions. The processes of competitive cooperation are considered from the position of J. F. Moore, who saw competition as a special form of interaction between companies, through which they can coordinate their activities. The research revealed that cluster structures based on the network principles of interaction contribute to the formation of relations of competitive cooperation and manifestation of synergetic and multiplicative effects in the national economy. The study also introduces factors and conditions that ensure the development of cluster structures in the region. The limiting factors include a low level of competitiveness of domestic industrial products and the lack of development of environmental subsystem of modernization development of the region, as well as the asymmetry of intraregional development. The author associates the prospects for the formation of clusters with a balanced development of their object, environment, and design-process subsystem.
Financial Mechanism as a Means of Detecting Risks of Commercial Banks
Authors: Бураева Елена , Buraeva Elena , Рвачева Наталия , Rvacheva Nataliia
Published: April 2019

The present research features the mechanisms of influence on financial performance of a commercial bank. The paper describes the case of Gazprombank, JSC. The data included financial statements under for 2017 made according to the International Accounting Standards. When applying factor analysis, the bank, as a commercial structure, will be able to identify positive and negative changes in the impact factors, thereby choosing the most effective development policy and strategy. The impact of such indicators as the return on assets and the multiplier of capital and profitability of income shows a negative impact on the bank's profit, which decreases compared to the previous year. The obtained results of the factor analysis contribute to the effectiveness of management decision-making and the strategic development of commercial banks, as well as improve the quality of banking risk management.
Tax Aspects of Leaseback Development as a Tool of Corporate Financial Management
Authors: Вакутин Никита , Vakutin Nikita
Published: April 2019

Subject of research. Leaseback is a progressive investment tool and occupies a certain place in corporate financial management. Its application in practice is often interpreted by the tax authorities as a "problem deal" that provides unreasonable tax benefits. As a result, good taxpayers are suffering, those who use leasing as a tool for ensuring extended reproduction. The present research features the system of taxation of returnable leasing. Methods. The research involves the methods of retrospective study and comparative analysis, synthesis, induction, and deduction. These methods allowed the authors to obtain reliable and valid results. Objectives. The research aims at elaboration of recommendations on the adjustment of leasing and tax legislation to shape a regulatory environment for leasing taxation. Such environment is aimed at providing conditions for leaseback as a tool for managing corporate finances that makes it possible to ensure a clear recognition of leaseback in the system of its regulatory regulation in order to protect the tax interests of repayable leasing entities. Results. The paper describes the current system of taxation of leaseback for individual taxes, analyzes the judicial practice of considering tax disputes on the use of leaseback, and proposes measures to create a regulatory environment for taxation of leaseback. Application area. The results of the study can be used by the authorities and management as recommendations for adjusting leasing and tax legislation; various subjects of the business community for making the right management decisions and investment decisions on financing organizations through leaseback. Conclusions. Creating conditions to ensure the reliability of leaseback will increase their role in solving problems of financial management of the organization. Ultimately, this will activate the financing of corporations that use the leaseback mechanism. It will also provide the conditions for the functioning of harmonious tax relations between the state and the business sector.
Removal of Hazardous Brilliant Cresyl Blue Dye Utilizing Aluminum Oxide as Photocatalyst
Authors: Al-Gubury Hazim Yahya , Alteemi Hajir S. , Saad Ali Malik , Al-Shamary Rafal R.
Published: April 2019

Photocatalytic degradation of brilliant cresyl blue stain has been done by irradiating the solution pigment with a solar light in presence of aluminum oxide. The effect of important reaction has included many parameters such as catalyst mass, the initial concentration of brilliant cresyl blue dye, the effect of temperature, and initial P has been investigated in a batch reactor. All experiments are determined by usage of UV-visible spectrophotometer analyzer. The optimal concentration of catalytic has observed at 0.17 g/100 cm3 while the typical concentration of stain was recorded at 50 mg/cm3. Photocatalytic break down of shining cresyl blue pigment was favorable in the Ph 10 and 8.44 mW/cm2 light intensity. This type of degradation of the present dye study has obeyed the pseudo-first-order reaction. Photocatalytic degradation of brilliant cresyl blue dye has studied by using various concentrations of aluminum oxide. This concentration was suspended in an aqueous solution of dye which has irradiated by solar radiation in a vessel reactor at room temperature with 10 cm3/min air bubble was passed through the solution.
A Proposed Model on the Impact of Internal Control Quality on Accounting Information System Effectiveness in Nigeria
Authors: Shagari Shamsudeen Ladan , Abdullah Akilah , Mat Saat Rafeah
Published: April 2019

The overwhelmingly rapid adoption of e-business technology in theNigerian banking sector has resulted in new challenges particularly in thearea of internal control. Although there are conflicting findings on the useof Accounting Information System and internal problems in the bankingsector, the fact remains that internal control is associated with fraud. Inthis regards, for banks to effectively detect and prevent fraud, the use ofAccounting Information System as tool for effective internal control isnecessary. This study aims to propose a model of the effect of internal controlquality in Nigerian banking sector. it is hypothesised that administrativecontrol, data control, and output control has significant influence on internalcontrol quality. The study further hypothesised that internal control qualitywould significantly influence AIS effectiveness uses organisation as unitof analysis with commercial banks that are listed on the Nigerian StockExchange as the target population. A quantitative data will be gatheredusing cross-sectional survey approach. Ordinary least square will be usedfor data analysis. The findings of this study will provide a solution to bankmanagers and other stakeholders in the banking sector regarding internalcontrol weakness experiences over the years.
Planning Field Trips as a Teaching and Learning Strategy in Legal Education: Some Points for Consideration
Authors: Nawi Nor Fadzlina , Azmi Amylia Fuziana
Published: April 2019

Field trips can be a valuable tool in making learning more engaging andprovide unique opportunities for learning certain concepts, including legalconcepts by putting them into a more realistic and relevant context. Researchstudies have shown that there is a significant increase in participants’factual knowledge and conceptual understanding after participation in awell-designed field trip. However, due to differences in academic disciplines,elements which constitute a well-designed field trip vary according to thelearning objectives of the field trip. Thus far, in legal education, therehas been a dearth of both theoretical and empirical research into theelements necessary in the planning of field trips as a successful pedagogictool. Therefore, in this article, the authors seek to analyse the importantelements that should be emphasized in designing a successful field trip forlegal educators. Drawing upon literature from other disciplines, the articleconcentrates its review on Myers and Jones’ field trip planning model inthe determination of the elements that should be present in a well-designedfield trip. Some thoughts and considerations in the application of themodel into planning field trips for legal education are also discussed andrecommendations are made appropriately in adapting the model.
Precarious Work Behaviour on Career Satisfaction
Authors: Hamid Siti Fazilah , Ishak Noormala Amir , Hussein Norashikin , Hussain Ibiwani Alisa
Published: April 2019

The development of information technology, along with globalisation,has changed today’s workplace. The impact of dramatic changes intechnology as well as globalisation has led to an increase in precariouswork behaviour. There are positive associations between precarious workbehaviour and career satisfaction. The literature showed satisfactionwith work had exhibited an impressive effect on more worldwide regions,for example, satisfaction with a career. Therefore, this paper reviews theliterature on precarious work behaviour on career satisfaction. Data werecollected using a questionnaire conducted on online entrepreneurs. Thedata were analysed using Structural Equation Modelling (SmartPLS) toassess the respondents. Results show that precarious work behaviour hasa positive influence on career satisfaction. The findings have implicationsfor increasing our understanding of precarious work behaviour on careersatisfaction. Implications and conclusions will highlight the challengesfaced by online entrepreneurs.
The Signalling Value of Public Issue and Offer for Sale Ratios on the Performance of Initial Public Offers
Authors: Lin Yong Tong , Ahmad Rubi
Published: April 2019

Investors of initial public offers (IPOs) rely on the prospectus for importantinformation about the company. But the motivation of the issuers (originalshareholders) for going public is unknown and hidden from the investingpublic, making the IPO investment a risky venture. Based on the SignallingTheory, we postulate that the public issues (PI) and offer for sale (OFS)ratios to contain properties to signal the intention of the issuers at time oflisting. Our samples are collected from the Bursa Malaysia from 2002 to2008 and the performances are tracked till 2011. The regression results areconsistent with the Signalling Theory which stipulates that when issuerssell down their stakes, it sends a gloomy signal, even though the offer ofOFS does not cause any dilution to company’s value. In addition, smallcompanies with high OFS ratio record weaker long-run performance thanlarge companies.
The Influence of the ROK Army Junior Leader’s Relationship Conflict and Fear of Negative Evaluation on Defensive Silence
Authors: Lim JungIn , Sohn YoungWoo
Published: April 2019

The primary purpose of this study was to investigate the influence of ROK Army junior leader’s relationship conflict and fear of negative evaluation (FNE) on defensive silence and to specifically examine the mediating effect of FNE on the relationship between relationship conflict and defensive silence. The secondary purpose of this study was to identify the moderating effect of collective self-esteem (CSE) on the relationship between FNE and defensive silence and the moderated mediating effect of CSE on the conditional direct effect of FNE. A total of 202 ROK Army junior leaders participated in this survey and we measured relationship conflict, FNE, defensive silence, and CSE. Using IBM SPSS 21.0 program, results of hierarchical regression analyses showed that relationship conflict was positively related to FNE and FNE was positively related to defensive silence. FNE partially mediated the relationship between relationship conflict and defensive silence. Also, the moderating effect of CSE on the relationship between FNE and defensive silence was significant, suggesting that the relationship between FNE and defensive silence was stronger when CSE was low than high. Additionally, the moderated mediating effect was significant, suggesting that CSE moderated the mediating effect of FNE on the relationship between relationship conflict and defensive silence. Lastly, the results, implications, limitations, and future research directions of this study were discussed.
The influence of adaptability for uncertainty on turnover intention and the serial multiple mediating effect of role ambiguity and job satisfaction
Authors: Park ChiHun , Jung SungCheol
Published: April 2019

The purpose of this study was to find the meaning of psychological adaptability in uncertain work environment. At first, we verified mediating effect of job satisfaction on the relationship between role ambiguity and turnover intention. To this mediating effect model, then, we added adaptability for uncertainty as an antecedent variable: a serial multiple mediating effect of role ambiguity and job satisfaction. The mediating effect of job satisfaction was verified and the serial multiple mediation effect of role ambiguity and job satisfaction was significant as well as the direct effect of adaptability for uncertainty on turnover intention. In addition, role ambiguity had mediation effect between adaptability and turnover intention, but job satisfaction did not mediate the relationship between adaptability for uncertainty and turnover intention. These results mean that, on the one hand, adaptability for uncertainty reduces turnover intention directly, and on the other hand, indirectly through role ambiguity alone or role ambiguity and job satisfaction in serial. The implication and limitations of this study were discussed.
The mediating effect of goal orientation in the relationship between perfectionism and active-passive procrastination
Authors: Choi MinSik , Yoo TaeYong
Published: April 2019

The purpose of this study was to examine the mediating effect of goal orientation in the relationship between employee’s perfectionism and active-passive procrastination. Data were collected from 227 Korean employees who were working in various organization. First, the results indicated that there were significantly positive relationship between personal-standards perfectionism and learning goal orientation, and significantly negative relationship between personal-standards perfectionism and avoiding goal orientation. On the other hand, there were negative relationship between evaluative concerns perfectionism and learning goal orientation, and positive relationship between evaluative concerns perfectionism and avoiding goal orientation. Second, the learning goal orientation positively related with active procrastination and negatively related with passive procrastination. On the other hand, the avoiding goal orientation positively related with passive procrastination and negatively related with active procrastination. Third, there were full mediating effects of avoiding goal orientation in the relationship between perfectionism and active-passive procrastination. Based on the results, we discussed the implications and limitations of the study, and the directions for the future research.
The effects of sympathy module and psychological capital on job satisfaction and happiness
Authors: Kim HyunHee , Kim MinSuk , Um MiA , Hur SoonHyang , Nam SeungKyu
Published: April 2019

This research aims to study the effects of sympathy module and positive psychological capital on teacher's job satisfaction and happiness. The research was conducted to seek a way to improve quality of teacher's lives, precondition of education for teachers and students' happiness, with 249 teachers of public kindergartens, elementary schools, middle schools and high schools in Daejeon city. The data was collected based on questionnaires consisting of some scales such as sympathy module, psychological capital, job satisfaction and happiness. In statistical analysis, reliability and validity on that scale were conducted through internal consistency coefficient and factor analysis, the relationship among 4 scales was found through correlation analysis and the difference between their job satisfaction and happiness by sympathy module and psychological capitals was seen by performing the two-way analysis of variance (ANOVA). The research result shows that hypothesis Ⅰ'teacher group with affective sympathetic module has more job satisfaction than that group with reasonable sympathetic module' and hypothesis Ⅱ 'teacher group with higher levels of psychological capital has more job satisfaction than that group with lower levels of one' were supported. However, the result indicated that hypothesis Ⅲ 'teacher group with affective sympathetic module and higher levels of psychological capital has more job satisfaction than the other group was not supported. Furthermore, hypothesis Ⅳ'teacher group with affective sympathy module has higher level of happiness than that group with reasonable sympathetic module and hypothesis Ⅴ' teacher group with higher levels of psychological capital has more happiness than that group with lower one were supported. However, the result found that hypothesis Ⅵ 'teacher group with affective sympathetic module and higher levels of psychological capital has more happiness than the other group was not supported. The research result demonstrates that the more affective sympathetic module and improved psychological capital enables to increase teacher's job satisfaction and happiness in exchange and communication process. The result gives an opportunity to seek a variety of education and practical method for more effective sympathetic module and increased psy
Transboundary Haze: Islam Prohibits Destruction of Earth
Authors: Md Sofwan Nurzawani , Mahidin Hartini , Tambi Edmund Shah
Published: April 2019

Recurring episodes of transboundary haze have been similarly to an annual event in Malaysia since the 1980’s. Transboundary haze is typically haze caused by forest fires in Sumatra and Kalimantan, Indonesia which moves thousands of miles and encompasses neighboring regional countries. This is caused by human hands that continue to pursue unplanned development without taking into account the aspect of environmental sustainability. This study looks into and the understanding of recurring occurrences of transboundary haze in Sarawak. From the perspective of Islam, by making the Holy Quran as the absolute source of reference, God forbids the destruction of nature and calls upon mankind to do good not only to other humans and animals but also to the environment. Human beings are endowed with a great mind that can guide them to make and do the right thing, thus, various efforts need to be taken into consideration and be done collectively amongst the ASEAN countries in a joint effort towards reducing or preventing continuous episodes of transboundary haze within the region.
Complex analysis of uniaxial compressive tests of the Mórágy granitic rock formation (Hungary)
Authors: Davarpanah M. , Somodi G. , Kovács L. , Vásárhelyi B.
Published: April 2019

Understanding the quality of intact rock is one of the most important parts of any engineering projects in the field of rock mechanics. The expression of correlations between the engineering properties of intact rock has always been the scope of experimental research, driven by the need to depict the actual behaviour of rock and to calculate most accurately the design parameters. To determine the behaviour of intact rock, the value of important mechanical parameters such as Young’s modulus (E), Poisson’s ratio (ν) and the strength of rock (σcd) was calculated. Recently, for modelling the behaviour of intact rock, the crack initiation stress (σci) is another important parameter, together with the strain (σ). The ratio of Young’s modulus and the strength of rock is the modulus ratio (M
R), which can be used for calculations. These parameters are extensively used in rock engineering when the deformation of different structural elements of underground storage, caverns, tunnels or mining opening must be computed. The objective of this paper is to investigate the relationship between these parameters for Hungarian granitic rock samples. To achieve this goal, the modulus ratio (M
R = E/σc) of 50 granitic rocks collected from Bátaapáti radioactive waste repository was examined. Fifty high-precision uniaxial compressive tests were conducted on strong (σc >100 MPa) rock samples, exhibiting the wide range of elastic modulus (E = 57.425–88.937 GPa), uniaxial compressive strength (σc = 133.34–213.04 MPa) and Poisson’s ratio (ν = 0.18–0.32). The observed value (M
R = 326–597) and mean value of M
R = 439.4 are compared with the results of similar previous researches. Moreover, the statistical analysis for all studied rocks was performed and the relationshipbetween M
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Classification and analysis of social participation initiatives in a post-industrial city – a case study of Pabianice
Authors: Mastalerz Anna
Published: April 2019

This paper deals with the transformations of (post)industrial towns in Poland, which took place during the transition from a centralised communist economy to liberal capitalism. As a consequence, a number of areas became redundant. These malfunctioning spaces represent serious spatial, social and economic problems. The complex multifaceted nature of towns means, however, that there were no simple solutions leading to immediate improvements. Investments focused on particular, isolated areas appeared to be far from sufficient interventions. Therefore, comprehensive programmes aimed at holistic urban regeneration are more common nowadays. Since local community wellbeing is one of the key factors in these renewal schemes, social participation is a crucial part of the process. This allows residents to have an influence on the regeneration of their town, which (if well carried out) is expected to improve space, economy and quality of life. The above-mentioned issues will be analysed on the basis of a case study of Pabianice, a post-industrial town in the province of Lodz. The aim of this study is to examine the social participation initiatives implemented during the preparation of the Regeneration Programme for Pabianice – to classify them and to compare them with models regarding the level of social involvement and power in the urban regeneration process described in the paper.
Motivation and Action Control in a Saving Lifestyle
Authors: Hryniewicz Konrad
Published: April 2019

The article presents three studies about saving money described as a routine behaviour and a way of life. The results underline the role of perceived risk, benefits and self-efficacy as motivational variables affecting savings and the meaning of strategies in action control that facilitate the intention to save and maintenance of saving behaviour. The mechanisms of control tested were action planning and coping with problems, monitoring of saving behaviour, maintenance of self-efficacy and its recovery after setbacks. The first study, using structural equation modelling, presents the meaning of motivational variables in the prediction of intentions and the mediating role of action control functions in explaining the relationship between intention and savings (N=227). The second study in the experimental arrangement confirms the beneficial influence of the same variables on financial decisions in unforeseen savings opportunities (N=460). The final study shows the beneficial results of a cognitive training session, which was focused on inducing motivation and raising the level of action control in the area of saving. These studies explain the motivation to save and maintenance of saving behaviours, which lead to consistent and sustainable saving actions.
Strategy of complete preservation of the subvalvular structures in the mitral valve replacement
Authors: Toktosunova Dinara
Published: April 2019

Complete preservation of leaflets for mitral valve replacement to maintain geometry and the function of left ventricle in the near and distant period is necessary. The aim of study was to analyze these procedures.
Bileaflet preservation of the anatomical architectonics of the left ventricle in combination with the surgical reduction of the enlarged left atrium will allow to optimize the postoperative geometry and to improve the remodeling of all the left heart along with improved long-term results of patients with mitral valve replacement.
Analisis Faktor-Faktor yang Berpengaruh terhadap Ibu Hamil Trimester III Melakukan Antenatal Care K4
Authors: Fitria Lia
Published: April 2019

Antenatal Care (ANC) is one of the supporting factors to reduce maternal mortality. The maternal mortality rate in Indonesia reaches 228 / 100,000 and the target to be achieved in the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), which is equal to 110 per 100,000 live births. This study aims to analyze the factors associated with the low coverage of Antenatal Care K4. The research design in this study is a survey. The population in this study were all Trimester III pregnant women in Sumberejo Village by using purposive sampling. The data that has been obtained is analyzed using multiple logistic regression tests. Data that has been obtained from the assessment was analyzed using multiple logistic regression statistical tests. In the knowledge factor, the value of p = 0.541, while the distance factor for pregnant women to health workers is p = 0.019. Based on the results of the above analysis, it can be concluded that the knowledge factor Ho is accepted, meaning that there is no influence of knowledge factors on third trimester pregnant women doing Antenatal Care K4, while the distance factor for pregnant women Ho is rejected, meaning that there are influences of perception factors and distance of pregnant women to health workers against Antenatal Care K4. It is hoped that the results of this study can be useful especially for health workers to improve Antenatal Care K4 as a means of early detection of a complication of pregnancy or childbirth.
Metal-Organic Framework Crystal-Glass Composites
Authors: Hou Jingwei , Ashling Christopher W. , Collins Sean M. , Krajnc Andraž , Zhou Chao , Longley Louis , Johnstone Duncan , Chater Philip A. , Li Shichun , Coudert François-Xavier , Keen David A. , Midgley Paul A. , Mali Gregor , Chen Vicki , Bennett Thomas
Published: April 2019

The majority of research into metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) focuses on their crystalline nature. However, in recent research the vitrification of a number of MOFs has been revealed. We propose that the solid-liquid phase transitions involved in MOF-glass formation can provide unique opportunities for the creation of a new class of functional, stable and porous composite materials. Described herein is the design, synthesis, and characterisation of novel metal-organic framework (MOF) crystal-glass composites, formed by dispersing crystalline MOFs within a MOF-glass matrix. We demonstrate using structural characterisation and analytical electron tomography, that the coordinative bonding and chemical structure of a MIL-53 crystalline phase are preserved within the ZIF-62 glass matrix. Whilst separated phases, the microdomains of each lie close to one another and possess interfacial interactions which improve the mechanical properties of the composite glass. More significantly, the high temperature open pore phase of MIL-53, which spontaneously transforms to a narrow pore upon cooling, is stabilized at room temperature in the crystal-glass composite. This leads to a significant improvement of CO2 adsorption capacity.
Back to Basic, Optical Evaluation of Motion in Electric Fields for Specific Surface Charge Determinations
Authors: Arrieta Julio Bastos , Wang Linlin , Garcia-Zintzun Aidee , Simmchen Juliane
Published: April 2019

Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS) is a widely used tool for the measurement of Zeta Potential, taking benefit of automated detection to achieve fast measurements. However, the mathematical criteria on which the calculations in DLS devices are based, assume a very narrow set of conditions. One of them is a perfect spherical shape, since a hard sphere model is assumed for calculating scattering patterns and therefore the analysis of different shapes could result in significant deviations. One frequent example where the determination of the surface charge in rod shaped colloids is required is the characterization of bacterial surface charges, which is complicated by complex surface properties. To test whether the commercial device gives a reasonable approximation, we constructed a homemade optical device and tested inorganic spherical and rod-shape SiO2 particles and compared them to a model bacterium. A different case is the determination of surface potentials of light sensitive materials under illumination. Commercial devices often do not allow the additional implementation of light sources other than the laser, but our setup flexibly enables us to plug in different illuminations.
Classical Racemization of Tetrahedral Tetracoordinate Centers via a Planar Transition State or an Intermediate Structure
Authors: Raghunathan Shampa , Yadav Komal , Rojisha V. C. , Jaganade Tanashree , Prathyusha V. , Bikkina Swetha , Lourderaj Upakarasamy , Priyakumar U. Deva
Published: April 2019

We for the first time shown that transition between (R) and (S) stereoisomers via a planar transition state or an intermediate structure without having to break a bond is possible. Rigorous theoretical calculations have been used to study this novel phenomenon and to characterize the energetic, structure, dynamic and kinetic properties.
Data-driven Discovery of Photoactive Quaternary Oxides using First-principles Machine Learning
Authors: Davies Daniel , Butler Keith T. , Walsh Aron
Published: April 2019

We present a low-cost, virtual high-throughput materials design workflow and use it to identify earth-abundant materials for solar energy applications from the quaternary oxide chemical space. A statistical model that predicts bandgap from chemical composition is built using supervised machine learning. The trained model forms the first in a hierarchy of screening steps. An ionic substitution algorithm is used to assign crystal structures, and an oxidation state probability model is used to discard unlikely chemistries. We demonstrate the utility of this process for screening over 1 million oxide compositions. We find that, despite the difficulties inherent to identifying stable multi-component inorganic materials, several compounds produced by our workflow are calculated to be thermodynamically stable or metastable and have desirable optoelectronic properties according to first-principles calculations. The predicted oxides are Li2MnSiO5, MnAg(SeO3)2 and two polymorphs of MnCdGe2O6, all four of which are found to have direct electronic bandgaps in the visible range of the solar spectrum.
Flies and Flowers III: Ecology of foraging and pollination
Authors: Inouye David W , Larson Brendon M. H. , Ssymank Axel , Kevan Peter G.
Published: April 2019

Diptera are important flower visitors and pollinators for many plant species and in a variety of habitats. Although Diptera are not as well studied as other groups of pollinators, there is a growing literature that we review here about the ecology of their foraging behaviour and their effectiveness as pollinators. We consider (1) how their foraging is constrained by the interaction among body size, colour, and environmental factors such as temperature, humidity, wind, and light; (2) what is known about their foraging at scales ranging from their movements between flowers on a plant, between individuals in a population, and among species in a community (i.e., constancy); and (3) the evidence for effects of intra- and interspecific competition on foraging. We conclude with a discussion of the effectiveness of Diptera as pollinators. The available data suggest that Diptera exhibit many of the same foraging behaviours as other flower visitors and that they are effective pollinators in both natural and agricultural ecosystems.
A restraining device to aid identification of bees by digital photography
Authors: Thomson James Douglas , Zung Jessica Lauren
Published: April 2019

We developed a simple restraining chamber to hold captured bumble bees temporarily so they could be photographed in the field using inexpensive “point-and-shoot” digital cameras. The process is quick, and the resulting “digital voucher” images allowed us to correct a substantial fraction of field identifications based on visual inspection. The system can improve the accuracy of monitoring programs in which it is undesirable to kill specimens to provide traditional vouchers.
Thesis, deconstruction and new synthesis: the changing face of applied pollination
Authors: Kevan Peter G
Published: April 2019

A quarter millennium of the changing face of pollination biology from 18th Century discovery (thesis) to 21st Century crisis is presented in six overlapping, interdigitating facets. Pollination biology was not regarded as serious science at its onset, but acceptance of the Darwinian theory of evolution has shown its biological value. Disciplinary issues in pollination (i.e. deconstruction) have produced a wealth of knowledge but with botanical and zoological solitudes. At the same time botany and zoology tend to be separate within agronomy and apiculture. Philosophical, social, scientific, technical, political and business agendas have variously hampered, and continue to hamper, objective science in each facet. Nevertheless, interdisciplinary approaches to pollination ecology, its inherent co-evolutionary principles, and the current “pollination” crisis have become a scientific and social unifying force that cannot but lead to new knowledge, insights and, I hope, wisdom (new synthesis).
One Health approach for West Nile virus surveillance in the European Union: relevance of equine data for blood safety
Authors: Young Johanna J , Coulombier Denis , Domanović Dragoslav ,   European Union West Nile fever working group, Zeller Hervé , Gossner Céline M
Published: April 2019

West Nile virus (WNV) infection is notifiable in humans and equids in the European Union (EU). An area where a human case is detected is considered affected until the end of the mosquito transmission season (week 48) and blood safety measures have to be implemented. We used human and equine case notifications between 2013 and 2017 to define the WNV distribution in the EU and to investigate the relevance of using equine cases as a complementary trigger for blood safety measures. Adding areas with equine cases to the definition of an affected area would have a major impact on blood safety measures. Adding areas with equine cases where human cases have been reported in the past would increase the timeliness of blood safety measures with only a limited impact. Although the occurrence of human and/or equine cases confirms virus circulation in the EU, no evidence was found that occurrence of equine cases leads to human cases and vice versa. We conclude that information about equine data should contribute to raising awareness among public health experts and trigger enhanced surveillance. Further studies are required before extending the definition of affected areas to areas with human and/or equine cases.
Hakim Komisaris dan Miscarriage of Justice dalam Sistem Peradilan Pidana
Authors: Rumega I Wayan Gede
Published: April 2019

Proses penegakan hukum pidana ternyata dapat menimbulkan pelanggaran terhadap hak asasi pelaku sebagai akibat dari tindakan-tindakan yang dilakukan oleh aparat penegak hukum pidana. Berkaitan dengan hal itu sebagaimana hukum acara pidana menyediakan sarana untuk menguji tindakan-tindakan aparat penegak hukum yang melanggar hak asasi manusia. Adapun rumusan masalah dalam penelitian ini adalah Bagaimana fungsi hakim komisaris dalam menangani Miscarriage of Justice menurut sistem peradilan pidana di Indonesia? Metode yang dipergunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode penelitian hukum normatif/pendekatan diskriptif analisis. Keberadaan hakim komisaris dengan maksud untuk lebih memberi jaminan perlindungan terhadap HAM seseorang yang menjadi tersangka/terdakwa dalam proses peradilan pidana. Dengan adanya hakim komisaris mencegah terjadinya perbedaan pandangan mengenai keabsahan tindakan hukum pada pemeriksaan pendahuluan yakni mengenai keabsahan penangkapan, penahanan, penggeledahan, dan penyitaan karena tindakan hukum tersebut terkait dengan persoalan hak asasi manusia yang ditetapkan sebagai tersangka/terdakwa yakni mengenai kemerdekaan dan kebebasan, kepemilikan terhadap harta kekayaan dan perlindungan terhadap rasa aman dan tentram. Jaminan perlindungan terhadap hak tersangka/terdakwa pada tahapan pemeriksaan pendahuluan sebagai perwujudan dari fungsi hukum acara pidana yaitu menyelenggarakan peradilan yang adil (fair trial)dalam rangka untuk menemukan kebenaran materiil atau kebenaran yang hakiki. Dan upaya paksa yang dilakukan oleh Penyidik untuk mendapatkan bukti permulaan yang cukup bukan hanya diserahkan sepihak kepada penyidik akan tetapi harus ada pengujian yang dilakukan oleh hakim komisaris.
Layanan Hukum Legalisasi dalam Upaya Memberikan Kepastian Hukum
Authors: Sinaga Edward James
Published: April 2019

ABSTRAKLayanan jasa hukum berupa pemberian legalisasi yang diselenggarakan oleh Direktorat Jenderal Administrasi Hukum Umum. Pemberian legalisasi merupakan jawaban terhadap pemenuhan kebutuhan layanan hukum serta diharapkan dapat memberikan kepastian hukum kepada masyarakat pengguna. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis kepastian hukum pemberian legalisasi tanda tangan pejabat. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian hukum empirik dengan pendekatan kualitatif. Data dan informasi diperoleh melalui wawancara. Hasil dari penelitian ini menegaskan bahwa pemberian legalisasi tanda tangan pejabat dapat memberikan kepastian hukum kepada para pengguna. Legalisasi tanda tangan pejabat yang merupakan kewenangan Kementerian Hukum dan Hak Asasi Manusia agar tidak ditafsirkan sebagai persetujuan terhadap keseluruhan isi dokumen yang dilegalisasi, melainkan sebatas pengesahan tanda tangan pejabat yang menandatangani dokumen yang dilegalisasi. Perlunya peningkatan kesadaran pejabat pemerintah atau pejabat umum yang diangkat pemerintah untuk segera mengirimkan spesimen tanda tangan untuk dicatat dalam database Direktorat Jenderal Administrasi Hukum Umum. Untuk itu perlu dilakukan sosialisasi materi legalisasi hukum perdata umum untuk dilaksanakan di daerah.
THE EFFECTIVENESS ARRANGEMENTS OF THE GENETIC ENGINEERING USE ON CORN FOOD PRODUCTS EVENT MON 87427
Authors: Famela Ajeng , Lubis Efridani
Published: April 2019

The development of science and technology has triggered the use of genetic engineering in food, one of them is in the corn event MON 87427 which is tolerant to glyphosate herbicide. However, it makes ambivalence because on one side the use of genetic engineering offers many advantages but on the other hand the genetic engineering potentially keeping concerns about its safety for human health as well as the environment. The aim of this study is to protect consumers from insecurities of genetically modified food products. The method used in this research is Juridical Normative, data collection techniques used is by through literature research methods, interviews and comparative approaches.Based on the results of the research, the measurement of the safety level of genetically engineered products (PRG) includes the assessment of genetic information, substantial equivalence, allergenicity and toxicity. The regulation on the use of genetic engineering in PRG does not accommodate the halal status of the product in terms of the MUI fatwa that the results of corn PRG event MON 87427 are not halal, so that the lack of effective regulation has an impact on the protection of Muslim consumers in particular. Preventive legal protection focuses on the assessment of food and labeling which in reality there is no product labeled by the PRG, so legal repressive protection is accommodated by Article 79 of Law Number 18 of 2012 concerning Food that will be given administrative sanctions.
Jessica Jung: three decades of the modern-classic aesthetic sequencing
Authors: Setiawan Adib Rifqi
Published: April 2019

This article examines what it has been and continues to be like for Jessica Jung to be multi-faceted artist-businesswoman in the industry of entertainment. It explores the powerful of female's personal style in developing a form of social influence and address the positive and negative consequences that may follow.