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Preparation of Vitamin K2 Mk-7 in a Process of Fermentation of Different Seeds and Cereals by Bacteria Bacillus Subtilis
Authors: Słowik-Borowiec Magdalena , Potocki Leszek , Oklejewicz Bernadetta , Broda Daniel , Podbielska Magdalena , Szpyrka Ewa
Published: June 2021

In this study, 10 different plant materials (seeds/beans) were fermented by Bacillus subtilis var. natto. The influence of the process on vitamin K2 MK-7 content during different fermentation periods was assessed. Fermented plant samples were analyzed by the procedure using HPLC UV/DAD. The fermented sunflower seeds, mung beans and peas appeared to be the most promising plants, reaching values of K2 of 1080.18±55.11 µg/100g, 806.45±60.95 µg/100g and 636.92±59.86 µg/100g, respectively. The experiments showed that extending of the fermentation time to 5–6 days was favorable for the menaquinone-7 yield. The results show that almost all fermented seeds/beans, apart from soybean, can be good source of vitamin K2 MK-7 and represent a new perspective, especially in terms of lower the phytoestrogen content.
Chemical Characteristics of Limousine Beef Depending on Finishing Diets and Muscle Type of Meat
Authors: Wiśniewski Konrad , Wróbel Barbara , Barszczewski Jerzy , Sakowski Tomasz , Kuczyńska Beata
Published: June 2021

The goal of this study was to compare the chemical properties of three muscle types of beef cattle fed using different finishing diets compositions. Four finishing feeding models for bulls based on different proportions of concentrates, maise silage, grass silage and hay were evaluated. Muscles chemical composition was evaluated in m. infraspinatus (ISB), m. longissimus thoracis (LTC) and m. longissimus lumborum (LLS). The chemical composition of meat was influenced by muscle type. ISB was characterised by higher moisture, collagen content, lower protein and ash content, and net energy concentration than LTC and LLS. The differences between diets in dry matter and fat content in each of the muscle groups studied were stated. Furthermore, a difference in the collagen content in LLS and protein content in ISB was noted. High correlations (P ≤ 0.05) were found between the concentrate content in the finishing diet and protein content (r = 0.59) in ISB, and dry matter both in LLS (r = 0.69) and LTC (r = 0.58). The lowest fat content of beef was noted for all muscles obtained from animals fed with a diet composed of grass silage, hay, and concentrates (D1).
Measuring Equivalent Cohesion Ceq of the Frozen Soils by Compression Strength using Kriolab Equipment
Authors: Lemenkov Vasiliy , Lemenkova Polina
Published: June 2021

Current paper presents the results of the experimental analysis on permafrost uppermost soil samples with various physical properties (moisture, porosity) tested with varied external pressure and time. The aim of this work is to test properties of the soil samples intended for the construction of buildings, railways and objects of civil infrastructure by modeled external pressure, data visualization and analysis. Variations in the soil samples were studied by analysis of the equivalent soil cohesion (Ceq) in frozen soil samples. Methods include integrated application of the laboratory experiments, methods of the statistical data analysis and 3D plotting performed by the selected LaTeX packages. Laboratory experiments were performed using KrioLab equipment ‘Sharikovy Stamp PSH-1’. The 15 series of experiments have been tested. Models of the soil strength are graphically presented and statistically analyzed showing the results of the experiment.
Key Financial Indicators by the Size of the Construction Company - Czech Study
Authors: Vitkova Eva , Kocourkova Gabriela
Published: June 2021

Statistical data on the values of financial indicators in individual fields in the Czech Republic are provided by the Ministry of Industry and Trade. Updated values are issued quarterly. However, within the statistical samples, there are on average 34 companies focusing on construction. Moreover, no document specifies the size of the companies. Although the scientific literature provides basic financial rules, this research has confirmed that companies of different sizes show different values of financial indicators. For this reason, one of the aims of the research described in the article was to verify the hypothesis that companies of different sizes have different approaches to financial management and the other aims was to focus on correlating data on key financial indicators of individual sizes of companies with statistics provided by the Ministry of Industry and Trade. Basic methods of financial analysis (vertical analysis), selected ratios and basic statistical methods, which include correlation analysis, were used. The analysis was performed on 30 samples of construction companies, which were divided by size into small, medium and large. The outputs of the research will be further used for the follow-up research.
Assessment of Seismic Bearing Capacity of a Strip Footing Resting on Reinforced Earth Bed using Pseudo-Static Analysis
Authors: Jaiswal Sagar , Chauhan Vinay Bhushan
Published: June 2021

The use of geosynthetic reinforcement to enhance the ultimate load-bearing capacity and reduce the anticipated settlement of the shallow foundation has gained sufficient attention in the geotechnical field. The improved performance of the shallow foundation is achieved by providing one or more layers of geosynthetics below the foundation. The full wraparound technique proved to be efficient for the confinement of soil mass and reduction in settlement of foundation however lacks the literature to ascertain the performances of such footing under dynamic loading. In view of the above, the present study examines the effect of geosynthetic layers having a finite length with full wraparound ends as a reinforcement layer, placed horizontally at a suitable depth below the foundation using the finite element modeling (FEM) and evaluates the ultimate load-bearing capacity of a strip footing resting on loose and dense coarse-grained earth beds under seismic loading and further compared to those of footing resting on unreinforced earth bed. Moreover, the effect of horizontal seismic acceleration coefficient (kh) on the ultimate load-bearing capacity has been investigated by varying kh from 0.1 to 0.6 at an interval of 0.1, for both reinforced and unreinforced earth bed having loose and dense soil strata. Furthermore, this study demonstrates that by adopting the new practice of using the geosynthetic reinforcement with the full wraparound ends in foundations, it is possible to support relatively heavier structures under static as well as dynamic loading without allowing large footing settlements. From the outcomes of the present study, it is noted that the ultimate load-bearing capacity of footing resting on loose and dense sand bed found to be improved by 60% and 18% for soils having friction angle of 25° and 40°, respectively compared to respective unreinforced earth beds under static condition.
Treatment of Collapsible Soils with Granulated Blast Furnace Slag and Calcined Eggshell Waste
Authors: Adjabi Souhila , Nouaouria Mohamed Salah , Djebabla Wafa
Published: June 2021

In order to meet environmental and socio-economic challenges, the recycling of waste to be used in the treatment of geotechnical problems is one of the main ways of preserving the environment with a lower economic value. The objective of this experimental work is to improve the characteristics and to study the mechanical behaviour of collapsible soil treated with a new hydraulic stabilizer composed of Crushed Granulated Blast Furnace Slag (CGBS) active by Eggshell Waste (CES). The specimens were mixed with stabilizer content, varying from 0 to 15% in mass, with an initial water content of 4, 6 and 8% respectively. in mass. Oedometer apparatus was used to study the addition of new hydraulic stabilizer effect on the Collapse Potential. Triaxial tests are also conducted to determine the shear strength parameters (cohesion and internal friction angle) of this treated soil. The results of this research study show that the mechanical properties of the treated collapsible soil were significantly improved. An appreciable reduction in the collapse potential is observed. The addition of 15% of this new stabilizer with initial water content of 4% under a compaction of 60 blows/layer is capable of increasing internal friction angle and cohesion. It can be concluded from this study that the mixture of granulated slag and calcined eggshell can be used as an effective treatment of collapsibility phenomenon at low cost while protecting the environment from industrial waste.
Calculating the Dynamic Impedances of Foundations and their Effect on the Seismic Response of Structures: Analytical and Numerical Study
Authors: Boulkhiout Radhwane , Messast Salah
Published: June 2021

This study evaluates the movement of a frame built on soft soil under seismic excitation taking into account soil-structure interaction. First, the study was evaluated using the finite element method, then, by using a substructure method which modelled the soil using springs and dampers in a linear and nonlinear study. Rheological models were determined using impedance functions, calculated using a numerical program CONAN. These dynamic impedances are shown in the displacement vector of a three-degrees-of-freedom frame, which was calculated on the basis of lateral forces distributed over the structure height using the equivalent static method. In this regard, two different calculation norms were chosen; RPA2003 and UBC97. Finally, a parametric study was carried out, based on the effects of soil densification and the foundation geometry on the response of the RC frame.
The Evolution of Natural Gas Prices in EU Countries and their Impact on the Country’s Macroeconomic Indicators
Authors: Liptáková Erika , Rimár Miroslav , Kizek Ján , Šefčíková Zuzana
Published: June 2021

In the article, the authors characterize the current European market with natural gas, describing differences in prices for households and prices for companies from the point of view of individual components, where they focus more on taxes, levies and fees. The article further deals with the possible impact of the price of natural gas on the country’s economy, more specifically, the correlation with inflation, unemployment and interest rates. The main aim of the authors is to establish an appropriate econometric model, which describes the impact of the price of natural gas together with the unemployment rate and interest rates on the inflation of the country. The price of natural gas, of this strategic raw material, is one of the factors that can influence the processes for low-carbon technologies or more precisely, the process of EU decarbonisation and with it the associated amount of CO2 emissions.
Application of Terrestrial Laser Scanning for the Inventory of Historical Buildings on the Example of Measuring the Elevations of the Buildings in the Old Market Square in Jarosław
Authors: Gardzińska Anna
Published: June 2021

Terrestrial laser scanning (TLS) technology is increasingly used in surveying, construction and architecture. The potential of the data obtained by this method creates the possibility of its versatile application also in conservation and revitalization of monuments, archaeology or history. The use of this technology during the creation of architectural documentation of a historic building greatly facilitates the acquisition of comprehensive information about its actual condition in a fast, non-invasive and very precise manner. Thanks to digital technology, it also creates the possibility to accurately interpret the condition of an object and present its model in a virtual space. This technology provides the ability to transfer acquired image elements with high accuracy of their mapping to plans and designs prepared by architects and contractors. It is also possible to maintain high technical standards in the processes aimed at the preparation of the required graphical studies, thanks to the use of the point cloud obtained in TLS. One of the most important advantages of using this measurement method is the possibility of combining it with data from e. g. from photogrammetric tools, which gives the possibility to fill in the missing elements creating a more complete picture of the needed data. This paper presents the implementation of terrestrial laser scanning technology as a non-invasive method for the modelling of walls and buildings of the so-called “greenfield”. Revers BIM on the example of the measurement of the facades of the buildings of the old market in Jarosław. This technology allows for preparation of precise architectural documentation including: projections, sections, elevation views, 3D models or multimedia visualizations. The use of TLS for cultural heritage research also enables the preparation of fully complete documentation for conservation and restoration works aimed at maintaining the current state of monuments or even at reconstructing their damaged architectural elements.
Evaluation and Selection of Nigerian Third-Party Logistics Service Providers Using Multi-Criteria Decision Models
Authors: Ejem E.A. , Uka C.M. , Dike D.N. , Ikeogu C.C. , Igboanusi C.C. , Chukwu O.E.
Published: June 2021

This paper is focused on solving the evaluation and selection of 3PL’s by applying multi-criteria decision-making methods. Nigerian Breweries, Nigerian Bottling Company (NBC), AG Leventis, Kobo logistics, and Flour Mills of Nigeria (FMN) were understudied. The main criteria on which evaluation is based were established: Cost, Service level, Financial Capability, Reputation and Long-term relationship. A combination of two quantitative models was adopted in the study. Relevant data were collected through an oral interview with managers and key decision-makers at the companies. SWARA was first applied to the collated data to determine the relative weights of the criteria. Afterwards, the TOPSIS was applied to the weights developed using SWARA and on the performance of the selected service providers. After the analysis, the best service provider was identified as supplier 2 while the worst was supplier 5.
Creative and Critical thinking in an Age of Complexity – Key Skills for Military Commanders
Authors: Alexa Andreas
Published: June 2021

This article discusses the need of creative and critical thinking for military commanders. These skills are preconditions for success due to the nowadays complex environment, in which military operations are conducted. Military commanders in the age of complexity should and must therefore critically examine their actions with regard to the achievement of objectives. The subsequent creative process leads to innovation and thus to a further development of their own field of expertise and the Armed Forces. Therefore, these capabilities must be implemented in the officer’s education system.
Some Remarks on the Dynamics of Strong Actor / Weak Actor Interaction
Authors: Jobbagy Zoltan , Boros Goran , Kovats Levente Sandor
Published: June 2021

The emergence of weak actors on global scale is one among the many undesired consequences of the post Cold War period. In a globalized world, weak actors increasingly possess the capability and will to challenge the existing status quo set earlier by strong actors. The complexity of the international theatre provides weak actors with an abundance of opportunities to become successful over a long period. From a military point of view strong actor / weak actor interaction becomes manifest when the latter prosecutes a special type of war. This war is asymmetric, irregular and of low intensity. It poses a significant challenge to the strong actor and can bog him down into confusing and ambiguous military actions. In these actions the strong actor often finds himself in messy situations he can mostly master by improvisation. To better understand the strong actor / weak actor interaction and the resulting special type of war the authors suggest to reject the classical theorizing of war and advocate a different sort of thinking instead.
Importance of Strategy in Modern Military Action
Authors: Neag Mihai-Marcel
Published: June 2021

The issue of studying the physiognomy of military actions in the light of the influence of the main military strategy schools is integrated into the field of military art as an objective necessity of a relevant analysis of risks and threats that may affect military force and, consequently, to identify effective means and methods of response against them. The conclusion that emerges from the study is that military action will remain the beneficiary of forward-looking thinking and initiative, in which past moments are primarily considered as a source of lessons learned to increase the effectiveness of the actions to come.
Business Strategy analysis of Cybersecurity Incidents
Authors: Bederna Zsolt , Rajnai Zoltan , Szadeczky Tamas
Published: June 2021

In the current social and economic processes, information and communication services play a decisive role, changing several entities’ operations. The growing dependence that has developed over the last two decades made the security needs introduced political will, which has resulted in an iterative evolution of the regulatory environment. Hence, the legal framework requires that several entities develop protection that includes controls enhancing both preventive and reactive in a risk-proportionate manner under the business value to be protected. Nevertheless, due to the nature of cybersecurity, the development of such capabilities is not the task of a single organisation but all entities involved in cyberspace, including, e.g., individuals, non-profit and for-profit organisations, public sector actors. Therefore, each involved entity should design protection capabilities in a risk-proportionate manner, which requires strategic approaches and tools and requires organisations to learn from security incidents. This paper reviews the essential formal security strategy formulation tools, applying in the Facebook’s case based on publicly available information. The analysis aims to confirm the importance of management’s attitude and support for tackling cybersecurity’s challenges.
Evaluation of severity scoring systems in patients with severe community acquired pneumonia
Authors: Spasovska Katerina , Grozdanovski Krsto , Milenkovic Zvonko , Bosilkovski Mile , Cvetanovska Marija , Kuzmanovski Nikola , Kapsarov Kosta , Atanasovska Emilija
Published: June 2021

Background. The aim of this study was to evaluate the ability of severity scoring systems to predict 30-day mortality in patients with severe community-acquired pneumonia.

Methods. The study included 98 patients aged ≥18 years with community acquired pneumonia hospitalized at the Intensive Care Unit of the University Clinic for Infectious Diseases in Skopje, Republic of North Macedonia, during a 3-year period. We recorded demographic, clinical and common biochemical parameters. Five severity scores were calculated at admission: CURB 65 (Confusion, Urea, Respiratory Rate, Blood pressure, Age ≥65 years), SCAP (Severe Community Acquired Pneumonia score), SAPS II (Simplified Acute Physiology Score), SOFA (Sequential Organ Failure Assessment Score) and MPM (Mortality Prediction Model). Primary outcome variable was 30-day in-hospital mortality.

Results. The mean age of the patients was 59.08 ± 15.76 years, predominantly males (68%). The overall 30-day mortality was 52%. Charlson Comorbidity index was increased in non-survivors (3.72 ± 2.33) and was associated with the outcome. All severity indexes had higher values in patients who died, that showed statistical significance between the analysed groups. The areas under curve (AUC) values of the five scores for 30-day mortality were 0.670, 0.732, 0,726, 0.785 and 0.777, respectively.

Conclusion. Widely used severity scores accurately detected patients with pneumonia that had increased risk for poor outcome, but none of them individually demonstrated any advantage over the others.
Decarbonisation Pathways of Industry in TIMES Model
Authors: Allena-Ozolina Signe , Jaunzems Dzintars , Pakere Ieva , Blumberga Andra , Bazbauers Gatis
Published: June 2021

The industry sector in many countries has a significant role in reaching national long-term emission reductions, energy efficiency and renewable energy targets. New technologies, wide implementation of energy efficiency measures and smart energy management are needed for the industry to ensure local and global competitiveness and reduce emissions. Since the industrial sector is often comprised of sub-sectors that are unique and with local specifics, this paper focuses on three of them, taking Latvia as the case. The sectors are: manufacture of wood and wood products, non-metallic mineral products, as well as food products and tobacco. These sub-sectors together consume around 80 % of the total final energy use in the country’s industrial sector. Comprehensive analysis and decomposition of the sub-sectors was made to identify future development pathways. TIMES model was used to elaborate a process-oriented modelling approach to analyze the impact of measures defined in the National Energy and Climate Plan until 2030 as well to gauge the impact of additional measures. Results show that these measures promote the use of renewable energy and improve energy efficiency, however it is necessary to set new measures and activities for the period beyond to reach climate neutrality by 2050.
BABI DALAM BUDAYA PAPUA (Pig in The Papua Culture)
Authors: Suroto Hari
Published: June 2021

The pig is an integral part of the culture in the highlands of Papua. Nevertheless, to this day still happening cross of opinion among experts about when the first swine entered in Papua. This paper will discuss the beginning of pigs in Papua and Papuan cultural values associated with the presence of a pig. Data was collected with a literature study, in this paper used descriptive qualitative method. Beginning of the presence of swine in Papua brought by Austronesian speakers. Pig bones found in cave sites north coast of Papua. The presence of pigs in Papua are very influential in Papuan culture. ABSTRAKBabi merupakan bagian yang tak terpisahkan dari budaya di daerah dataran tinggi Papua. Meskipun demikian, sampai hari ini masih saja terjadi persilangan pendapat antar para ahli mengenai kapan pertama kali babi masuk di Papua. Tulisan ini akan membahas awal mula babi di Papua dan nilai-nilai budaya Papua yang terkait dengan keberadaan babi. Teknik pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan studi kepustakaan, dalam tulisan ini digunakan metode deskriptif kualitatif. Awal mula keberadaan babi di Papua dibawa oleh penutur Austronesia. Tulang-tulang babi ditemukan di situs-situs gua pesisir utara Papua. Keberadaan babi di Papua sangat berpengaruh pada budaya Papua.
MEGALITIK DAN CERITA RAKYAT SUKU BAHAM DI GUA SOSOSRAWERU FAK-FAK (Megalithic and Folklore of Baham Tribe in the Sosoraweru Cave Fak-Fak)
Authors: Maryone Rini
Published: June 2021

Megalith Papua is the actual activity with medium natural stones such as stalagmites and stalagtik in a cave, a dolmen, stone sculptures and other natural stones are considered to be the reincarnation of the spirits of ancestors, as found in the cave Sosoreweru. In this study conducted in the Cave Sosoraweru Forir village in the district of Coke, Fakfak. The methods used in this study is the method of data collection includes library research, field surveys, using the approach Ethnoarchaeology. The results of the study in the form of 4 pieces shaped stone menhirs. based on these findings may reveal molar tribal folklore in the village district Forir the consortium. Folklore have utility in a common life, as a means of educators, entertainment, social protest and the projection of a pent-up desire.ABSTRAKMegalitik Papua merupakan kegiatan aktual dengan media batu-batu alam seperti stalagmit dan stalagtik dalam gua, dolmen, batu pahatan dan batu-batu alam lainnya yang dianggap sebagai jelmaan roh-roh nenek moyang. Penelitian ini dilakukan di Gua Sosoraweru, Kampung Forir di Distrik Kokas, Kabupaten Fakfak. Adapun metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode pengumpulan data yang meliputi studi pustaka, survei lapangan, dan analisis menggunakan pendekatan etnoarkeologi. Hasil penelitian berupa empat buah batu berbentuk menhir. Berdasarkan temuan tersebut dapat mengungkapkan cerita rakyat suku Baham di Kampung Forir, Distrik Fakfak. Cerita rakyat mempunyai fungsi sebagai media pendidikan, hiburan, protes sosial dan proyeksi suatu keinginan yang terpendam.
DOMESTIKASI DI DAERAH PEGUNUNGAN PAPUA MELALUI PEMBUDIDAYAAN TANAMAN: STUDI ETNOARKEOLOGI [Domesticated landscape in the highland of Papua through agricultural practices: ethnoarchaeological study]
Authors: Tolla Marlin
Published: June 2021

In the highland of Papua, various kinds of archaeological evidence has been used to argue the appearance of agricultural activities. Though assessing the evidence in different ways, the more relevant interpretation mostly leads to the changes of technology and economical reason. The presence or exploitation of three of the major plants such as taro, yam and bananas have brought the interpretation towards to domestication practices. The purpose of this paper is to explore the domestication practices of plants in the highland of Papua particularly to analyze the possibility of other plants that have become part of the domestication besides taro, yams and bananas. Data collections in this paper consists of literature study and also through etnoarchaeological data. The result shown that Casuarinas and some species of bean are expected has been introduced in the highland of Papua through domestication practices. AbstrakSelama ini praktek pertanian di dataran tinggi Papua telah menjadi topik yang hangat dalam sejumlah penelitian arkeologi. Hasil dari penelitian tersebut telah menghadirkan beberapa macam interpretasi, diantaranya praktek pertanian tumbuh karena adanya pengembangan teknologi serta kebutuhan ekonomi. Kehadiran beberapa jenis tumbuhan seperti talas (taro), ubi jalar (yams) dan tumbuhan pisang diperkirakan telah menjadi bagian dari praktek budidaya di masa lalu. Tujuan dari tulisan ini yaitu untuk menelusuri praktek domestikasi tumbuhan di daerah dataran tinggi Papua terutama untuk menganalisis kemungkinan adanya tumbuhan lain yang telah menjadi bagian dari praktek domestikasi dimasa lalu selain talas, pisang, dan ubi jalar. Tulisan ini menggunakan metode pengumpulan data melalui studi pustaka dan juga menggunakan data etnoarkeologi. Berdasarkan hasil yang diperoleh, domestikasi tumbuhan di wilayah pegunungan Papua pada masa lalu diperkirakan juga telah membudidayakan jenis-jenis tumbuhan lain seperti Casuarina dan beberapa jenis kacang-kacangan.
Dangers and Alternatives to Catch–Up Modernization in Russia
Authors: Kozlova M. A.
Published: June 2021

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The Most Important Issues of Multilanguage Interaction
Authors: Dianova L. P.
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Preventive Diplomacy in the ASEAN Regional Forum: Application and the Japanese diplomacy
Authors: Menshikova S.
Published: June 2021

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Bosnia and Herzegovina: State without Statehood
Authors: Ponomareva E. G.
Published: June 2021

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Whether There Are Limits of Economic Efficiency at Scientific and Technical Progress
Authors: Suchovsky A. M.
Published: June 2021

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An Application of Several Sociological Methods to the Terrorism Studies
Authors: Dolgy V. I.
Published: June 2021

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Russia and Problems of Water Resources
Authors: Chernyavskiy S. I.
Published: June 2021

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Image In Politics and Political Science
Authors: Neymatova A. Y.
Published: June 2021

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Formation and Development of Russian-Spanish Relations
Authors: Anikeeva N. E.
Published: June 2021

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Problems and Prospects of Development of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization: Expert Opinions
Authors: Lukin A. V.
Published: June 2021

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German Plans in the War against the USSR
Authors: Bogdanov V. N.
Published: June 2021

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«The Great Crisis is About to Begin». From the Reports of the US Military Investigetion Service
Authors: Pechatnov V. O. , Magadeev I. E.
Published: June 2021

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“People-to-People Diplomacy” of the PRC. Mass Involvement as a Phenomenon of Chinese Foreign Policy Propaganda
Authors: Evdokimov E. V.
Published: June 2021

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The Evolution of Bilateral Relations between Spain and the United States at the Present Stage
Authors: Ermolenko I. A.
Published: June 2021

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The Hero of War and our Age Vitaliy Alexeevitch Kabatov
Authors: Lebedev S. N.
Published: June 2021

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The Evolution of Federalism in Latin America
Authors: Klochko E. A.
Published: June 2021

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The Adaptation of the Japan – US Alliance to Challenges of the New Century: Successes and Failures
Authors: Paramonov O. G.
Published: June 2021

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Political Economy of International Economic Aid
Authors: Degterev D. A.
Published: June 2021

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The first volume of a new series “The scientific school of MGIMO”
Authors: Seregin A. V.
Published: June 2021

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Game-Theoretic Aanalysis of International Development Assistance Regimes
Authors: Degterev D. A.
Published: June 2021

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The USSR-Suicide in 1991. System Singularities and Historical Parallels
Authors: Wagner G.
Published: June 2021

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“The New Eastern Europe” and the Russian Strategic Interests
Authors: Malgin A. V.
Published: June 2021

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On the Possibility of “Global Justice”
Authors: Alexeeva T. A.
Published: June 2021

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The Interaction and Coordination Issues between SCTO and NATO
Authors: Nikitina J. A.
Published: June 2021

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The Solemn Meeting of the Ibero-American Center
Authors: Astahova E. V.
Published: June 2021

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The Eurasian Perspective of Post-Soviet Reintegration
Authors: Kharkevich M. V.
Published: June 2021

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The Commonwealth of Independent States from the History to the Future
Authors: Chernyavskiy S. I.
Published: June 2021

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The Use of UN Instruments by Russia in its Central Asian Policy
Authors: Birichevsky D. A.
Published: June 2021

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Chinese Model of Assistance for International Development
Authors: Mardashev A. A.
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GENERALIZED STRUCTURAL EQUATION MODELLING: KEPUTUSAN PEMERIKSAAN HIV AIDS PADA WARIA (ANALISIS DATA SURVEI TERPADU BIOLOGIS DAN PERILAKU TAHUN 2013)
Authors: Atzmardina Zita , Trihandini Indang
Published: June 2021

Waria sering mendapatkan diskriminasi. Perilaku waria yang berisiko perlu tindakan pendeteksian dini sehingga tidak menjadi sumber penularan. Penelitian bertujuan untuk melihat model perilaku waria dalam memutuskan pemeriksaan HIV/AIDS di Palembang, Pontianak, Samarinda, dan Makasar tahun 2013. Desain penelitian yang digunakan adalah cross sectional, menggunakan data STBP tahun 2013. Hasil analisis GSEM memperlihatkan faktor predisposing mempengaruhi keputusan pemeriksaan HIV/AIDS pada waria (koef. path=0,61). Peran petugas berpengaruh terhadap pengetahuan waria (koef. path=1,1) dan mempunyai pengaruh yang besar dalam pengambilan keputusan pemeriksaan HIV/AIDS pada waria (koef. path=3,5). Oleh sebab itu, penyuluhan melalui petugas kesehatan atau petugas lapangan sangat penting dalam pengambilan keputusan pemeriksaan HIV/AIDS. Transvestites or shemales are usually discriminated. Their behavior is risky to be a contagious agent that can be prevented by having early detection. This study observes models of transvestite behavior in deciding to have HIV/AIDS screening test at Palembang, Pontianak, Samarinda and Makassar in 2013. The design was cross sectional. GSEM analysis result indicates that predisposing factor influences decision to have HIV/AIDS test on shemales (path coefficient = 0.61). Role of health officer effects knowledge of shemales (path coefficient = 1.1) and it has prominent impact on determination to have HIV/AIDS test on shemales (path coefficient = 3.5). Therefore, socialization by health officer or field trainer is crucial on determining HIV/AIDS test.
Efficacy of Commercial Insecticides against Tomato Leaf Miner Tuta absoluta (Meyrick) (Lepidoptera: Gelechiidae) in Palpa, Nepal
Authors: Bastola Anil , Pandey Subodh Raj , Khadka Anjali , Regmi Rajendra
Published: June 2021

A survey and field experiment were conducted to evaluate the efficacy of commercial insecticides against tomato leaf miner [Tuta absoluta (Meyrick)(Lepidoptera: Gelechiidae)] under farmer‘s field condition in Palpa, Nepal from February 2018 to April 2018. It consists of seven treatments replicated three times. The treatments included: Abamectin 0.15% EC (dose: 0.3ml/liter), Imidachloprid 17.8% SL (dose: 0.3ml/liter), Spinosad 45% SC (0.3ml/liter), Azadirachtin 300 ppm (5ml/liter), Chlorantraniliprole 18.5% SC (0.3ml/liter), Emamectin benzoate 5% SC (2gm/liter) and control. Treatments were applied two times at 12 days interval. From the farmer survey, Tuta absoluta was identified as the major production problem of the study area. The field experiment revealed that there was a significant effect of insecticides in larval mortality and damage reduction. The lowest percentage of leaves damage was obtained in spinosad followed by chlorantraniliprole and emamectin benzoate and the lowest fruits damage was obtained in chlorantraniliprole followed by spinosad and emamectin benzoate. Similarly, the lowest larval population in both leaves and fruits was observed in chlorantraniliprole followed by spinosad and emamectin benzoate. Average mining in infested leaves and fruits was found non-significant at all days of observation. The rate of larval population reduction over control was found highest in chlorantraniliprole followed by spinosad and emamectin benzoate. Thus, chlorantraniliprole, spinosad and emamectin benzoate were superior insecticides for management of Tuta absoluta in the field condition.
TotiCyte, a Paradigm Shift in Stem Cell Isolation and Storage from Umbilical Cord Blood
Authors:   Cytetech Ltd, Units 2 And 3 Oak House, Woodlands Office Park, Albert Drive, Burgess Hill, RH15 9TN, United Kingdom, Martin Lesley-Ann
Published: June 2021

We provide evidence to support the use of TotiCyte as a novel volume reduction technology capable of significantly improving CD34+ stem cell recovery
Twenty Years After UNSCR 1325: Equal Access to Military Education in the Western Hemisphere?
Authors: Weiss Cornelia , Rey Pinto Eva María
Published: June 2021

Twenty years after the unanimous adoption of UNSCR 1325 and the beginning of the women, peace and security agenda, the UN Security Council, for the first time, explicitly addressed equal access to education for uniformed female personnel. On August 28, 2020, the UN Security Council issued resolution 2538, and with it, the need by Member States to provide equal access to education, training and capacity building to all uniformed women. This paper explores the importance of providing equal access to education for uniformed women, it identifies barriers erected against women’s access to education in the defense sector in the Western Hemisphere, and it recommends proactive measures to eliminate barriers. This research is supported by a review of primary and secondary sources, autoethnography, and an analysis of data from countries such as the United States, Colombia, Argentina, Chile, Peru, and Brazil.
Muhasebe Alanında Yayımlanan Seçilmiş Beş Dergide 2016-2020 Yılları Arasında Denetim Konusunda Yayımlanmış Makalelerin Bibliyometrik Analizi
Authors: CEYLAN Erdoğan
Published: June 2021

Bu çalışmanın amacı, Türkiye’de muhasebe alanında yayımlanmakta olan seçilmiş beş dergide 2016-2020 yılları arasında denetim konusunda yayımlanmış makalelerin bibliyometrik analizinin yapılmasıdır. Araştırma kapsamında, seçilen dergilerin elektronik basımlarından 143 makaleye ulaşılmıştır. Araştırmada nitel araştırma yöntemlerinden bibliyometrik analiz yöntemi kullanılmıştır. Ulaşılan makaleler içerik analizi yöntemiyle sayısal verilere dönüştürülmüş, Microsoft Excel programına aktarılmış ve bu program aracılığı ile analize tabi tutulmuştur. Çalışma sonucunda tespit edilen temel bulgular şöyledir: En fazla yayının Muhasebe Bilim Dünyası Dergisi’nde ve en fazla çalışmanın 2018 yılında yayımlandığı, en çok nicel araştırma yöntemlerinin kullanıldığı, erkek yazarların çalışmalara daha çok katkı yaptığı, iki yazarlı çalışmaların daha çok olduğu, en sık çalışılan denetim alt konusunun “iç denetim” olduğu, çalışmalarda yabancı kaynaklara daha fazla başvurulduğu tespit edilmiştir. Ayrıca, Muhasebe ve Finansman Dergisi’ndeki yayınların, teorik çalışmaların, tek yazarlı çalışmaların ve kilit denetim konusunun yayın başına en fazla atıf alan çalışmalar olduğu belirlenmiştir
Saúde mental: por que devemos nos ater a ela em tempos de pandemia
Authors: Silva Antônio Geraldo da , Miranda Débora Marques , Diaz Alexandre Paim , Teles Ana Luiza Silva , Malloy-Diniz Leandro Fernandes , Palha Antônio Pacheco
Published: June 2021

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Saúde mental em situação de emergência: Covid-19
Authors: Barros-Delben Paola , Cruz Roberto Moraes , Trevisan Karen Rayany Ródio , Gai Maria Julia Pegoraro , Carvalho Raquel Vieira Costa de , Carlotto Pedro Augusto Crocce , Alves Roberta Borghetti , Silvestre Daniela , Renner Cristiana Ornellas , Silva Antonio Geraldo da , Malloy-Diniz Leandro Fernandes
Published: June 2021

Este texto traz reflexões e orientações técnicas e científicas frente à pandemia do novo coronavírus, uma situação de crise e emergência com reflexos sociais, econômicos e na saúde das populações e dos profissionais expostos diretamente aos riscos de contaminação. O foco principal são os problemas de saúde mental, tendo em vista o temor pela exposição ao contágio, a situação de isolamento e confinamento e a medida de quarentena adotada em vários países. São discutidas em evidênciascientíficas e inferências produzidas na literatura nacional e internacional sobre os impactos da COVID-19 na saúde das pessoas, especialmente as mais vulneráveis, e as possibilidades de contenção, mitigação e prevenção de sintomas de transtornos mentais. Nesse contexto, apontam-se os impactos na saúde mental observados e previstos nos profissionais que atuam na linha de frente da situação de emergência.
Protocolos para tratamento psicológico em pandemias: as demandas em saúde mental produzidas pela Covid-19
Authors: Zwielewski Graziele , Oltramari Gabriela , Santos Adair Roberto Soares , Nicolazzi Emanuella Melina da Silva , Moura Josiane Albanás de , Sant’ana Vânia L. P. , Schlindwein-Zanini Rachel , Cruz Roberto Moraes
Published: June 2021

O presente trabalho discute e sugere estudos de desenvolvimento de protocolos para atendimento em saúde mental frente à situação de emergência e crise proporcionada pela COVID-19. Há evidências de repercussões na saúde mental e restrições no modo de enfrentamento da pandemia, tendo em vista a situação de isolamento e confinamento prolongadas pela quarentena, sejam entre os suspeitos de contágio, os enfermos pela COVID-19, os familiares ou as equipes de saúde envolvidas na linha de frente do tratamento. Entretanto, há escassez de literatura técnico-científica de protocolos de atendimento para pessoas com necessidade de afastamento social e do trabalho em função da pandemia.
Mechanical properties and X-ray diffraction analyses of clay/sand pellets for CO2adsorption: the effects of sand content and humidity
Authors: Iglesias Isaac , Jiménez Mayra , Gallardo Andrea M. , Ávila Edward E. , Morera Vivian , Viloria Alfredo , Ricaurte Marvin , Tafur Juan P.
Published: June 2021

In this work, we report the mechanical properties of an alternative material based on a mixture of natural clay and ferruginous sand in pellet form for CO2capture. These raw materials were collected from Ecuador, and they contain iron and titanium oxides from volcanic origin. To evaluate the effect of the sand content on the mechanical properties of pellets, the samples were manually prepared with 0 (control sample), 15, and 25 wt.% sand contents and analyzed using free-fall drop impact and uniaxial compression tests. The uniaxial compression test was carried out under three conditions: using sieved sand, using sand without sieving, and under wet conditions. The sand contents caused the drop number to decrease in the free-fall drop impact test. From the uniaxial compression test, the compressive strength, elastic modulus, and toughness were calculated. The elastic modulus showed a better performance for samples with lower porosity. The compressive strength demonstrated higher values for samples with 15 wt.% sand contents than for samples with the other sand contents. The toughness values did not significantly change. It was evidenced that the porosity, mineral composition, and humidity exerted an influence during the mechanical tests. The mineral phases were analyzed by X-ray diffraction, and quantitative analysis based on whole-powder-pattern fitting revealed that the iron and titanium oxide contents increased as the concentration of sand in the pellets increased.
Prediktor Kualitas Hidup pada Musisi
Authors: Arjadi Retha , Aryanto Christ Billy , Arieputri Vanessa
Published: June 2021

Musical activities carried out by musicians can bring benefits but can also cause discomfort to theextent of causing mental health problems. This condition in general can be reflected through thequality of life of the musicians. The participants of this study were 70 musicians with the agerange of 18-47 years old (Mean=27.94, SD=6.73), and was obtained through accidental sampling.This study aims to examine the predictor role of sex, age, music playing duration, music educationduration, and length of practice per day, on the quality of life of the musicians. Multiple regressionanalysis showed significant results (R2=0.185, F(5,64)=2.907, p<0.05). Predictors thatspecifically significant predicting the quality of life of the musicians are sex, age, and musiceducation duration. Male musicians were reported having a higher quality of life (Mean=89.97,SD=12.60) than the female musicians (Mean=83.97, SD=8.48). The higher the musicians' agesand education duration also predict the higher quality of life. The limitations of this research andrecommendations for further research development are discussed in the discussion part.
Karakteristik Kepribadian Frater di Wilayah Keuskupan Agung Jakarta Berdasarkan Five-Factor Model
Authors: Indra Guiedo Hendy , Halim Magdalena S.
Published: June 2021

Personality is one of the main things that are being shaped during the formation of Catholic Priest.  However, assessments of personality are often only based on preceptor observations. This study aims to find out the personality characteristics of the brothers to help the preceptors educating them. This research is a quantitative descriptive study with 82 brothers who live in Archdiocese of Jakarta as participants. Participants are currently undergoing stage of Bachelor studies, Pastoral Orientation Year, or Master studies with age range of 20-38 years (M = 23.44, SD = 3.447). Participants were collected by convenience sampling method, by distributing online questionnaires. The general personality description is obtained by processing the score of each Big Five Marker (IPIP-BFM-50) in Indonesian domain with descriptive statistical methods. ANOVA test is carried out to see the differences based on the formation stages. Most of the brothers have moderate scores for each domain, so the expressions can be trained to suit the needs of Church. However, some of them have extremely low score on Emotional Stability (3.7%), thus showing high tendency to be susceptible to stress and negative emotions. Agreeableness is the dominant characteristic as there are no extreme low scores in this domain and the SD on the raw score is also the smallest. It is also found that there are significant differences in Agreeableness based on the stages of the formation that are being undertaken.
Dinamika Peer Group pada Mahasiswa Fakultas Psikologi Unika Atma Jaya: Penelitian Cross-sectional dengan Metode Sosiometri
Authors: Prawiro Ferdinand , Purbaningrum Debrita
Published: June 2021

The current study aimed at describing the life of undergraduate student of Faculty of PsychologyAtma Jaya Catholic University of Indonesia through peer group dynamics. Peer group oftendetermined who will be asked to join for doing an academic group task (‘kelompok tugas’), whowill be chosen to hang out together (‘teman nongkrong’), dan who can be trusted to talk aboutpersonal issues (‘teman curhat’). Peer groups were not static, thus we also explored peer groupdynamics based on time dimension, i.e. beginning (‘semester 2’), middle (‘semester 4’) and end(‘semester 6’) period of study. An explorative-descriptive research design with sociometric methodswere used in the study. Participants were 126 undergraduate students from the same year of entry.Data were analyzed by means of sociomatrix, choice status of a person and sociogram. The resultsshowed the differences peer group dynamics between situations (kelompok tugas, teman nongkrong,teman curhat) and between periods of study (semester 2, semester 4, semester 6). This studyrevealed the possible use of sociometric methods for policy socialization strategy and as a methodfor identifying potential academic and non-academic problems.
Prospects of combined antihypertensive-psychocorrective therapy in women with arterial hypertension and anxiety-depressive disorders: clinical randomized placebo uncontrolled trial
Authors: Skibitskiy V. V. , Ginter Yu. E. , Fendrikova A. V. , Sirotenko D. V.
Published: June 2021

Background. Anxiety-depressive disorders (ADD) afflict almost half of patients with arterial hypertension (AH). AH aggravation by psychoemotional disorders causes a more severe illness and rapid target organ injury, particularly, the increased arterial stiffness and central aortic pressure (CAP). However, the prospects of combined antihypertensive-antidepressant treatments in AH-ADD patients remain largely unexplored.

Objectives. The effect assessment in combined antihypertensive-psychocorrective therapy on circadian blood pressure (BP), vascular stiffness and CAP, anxiety and depression in women with AH and ADD.

Methods. The study enrolled 60 AH-ADD women randomised between two cohorts. Cohort 1 received a fixed combination of valsartan and hydrochlorothiazide, bisoprolol and sertraline antidepressant; cohort 2 only had same combined AH therapy. Past 24 weeks of trial, all patients had a general clinical examination and daily blood pressure monitoring (DBPM) with BpLab Vasotens (Petr Telegin Ltd., Russia) and control of daily BP, CAP and vascular stiffness. The psychometric HADS and CES-D scales were used along with psychiatric counselling.

Results. Past four weeks of treatment, the target blood pressure (TBP) was revealed in 60 and 36.7% patients, and in 90 and 66.6% — past eight weeks in cohorts 1 and 2, respectively. Cohort 1 vs. 2 required a lower valsartan dose to attain TBP. Past six months, both cohorts showed improved main DBPM values reflecting vascular stiffness and CAP. However, a statistical decrease in nocturnal central and peripheral BP, as well as improved BP variability and vascular stiffness were registered at antidepressant use. A normalised daily BP profile was significantly more frequent in cohort 1. In addition, sertraline had a significant ADD-reductive impact.

Conclusion. An antidepressant-combined conventional AH therapy in AH-ADD women facilitated a faster TBP achievement at lower AH agent doses and the significantly improved DBPM (nocturnal specifically), arterial stiffness and CAP values. A sertraline treatment improved the psychoemotional patient state.