bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Effect of modified atmosphere packaging on nutraceutical quality and overall appearance of figs stored at 1 °C
Authors: MARTÍNEZ-DAMIÁN María T. , CRUZ-ARVIZU Omegar , CRUZ-ALVAREZ Oscar
Published: December 2020

Ficus carica L. has fruits with an exquisite flavour, colour and aroma. However, due to its morphological characteristics, it has a limited shelf life. The objective of this research was to evaluate the effect of modified atmosphere packaging on nutraceutical quality and the overall appearance of figs stored at 1 °C. The experimental design used was completely randomized with four replications. The combined use of packaging and cold allowed to observe fruits with less weight loss and firmness, maintaining the values of citric acid and VC without significant changes. With the exception of the last evaluation period, no statistical variation was found in the content of TAn, TP and AC. On the other hand, it was also possible to observe a significant impact on the reduction of respiration and ethylene production, which could be corroborated with the conservation of sensory aspects of the fruit (texture, colour, appearance, marketing level, aroma and flavour) from very good to good. The generation of passive atmospheres (packaging) and the use of cold (1 °C) are useful tools in maintaining the nutraceutical quality and appearance of fig fruits, aspects highly appreciated by consumers and marketers of this fruit.
Callogenesis optimization of some globe artichoke [Cynara cardunculus var. scolymus (L.) Fiori] cultivars based on in vivo and in vitro leaf explants
Authors: OZSAN Tugce , ONUS Ahmet N.
Published: December 2020

Globe artichoke’s [Cynara cardunculus var. scolymus (L.) Fiori] leaves are rich in polyphenols and due to health-promoting properties artichoke growing has been gaining interest. Optimization and development of valuable bioactive components, which are not in the standard amount in raw material can be achieved and increased with the assistance of in vitro techniques such as callus and subsequently cell suspension cultures. Therefore, in the present study in vitro callogenesis optimization of three globe artichoke cultivars was studied by using 29 different media combinations, based on basic Gamborg B5 medium supplemented with various concentrations of 1-Naphthaleneacetic acid (NAA), 6-Benzylaminopurine (BAP), 2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic acid (2,4-D), and Kinetin. Comparisons were made on the basis of using in vivo and in vitro leaves as explant material. In the experiment several parameters such as leaf explants development (%), callus formation (%), and callus weight (g) were assessed for each related cultivar. Results revealed that having auxin: cytokinin concentrations together at enough and well-balanced, having equal amounts or 10:1 concentrations of auxin: cytokinin, concentrations in media combinations are indispensable for stimulating the callogenesis in globe artichoke. The findings of the present study clearly revealed that, there were differences among cultivars regarding callus induction by using in vivo and in vitro leaf explants while in vivo leaf explants came into prominence regarding callus formation and weights. It is assumed that the findings of the present study may play a complementary and auxiliary role in several areas such as pharmaceutical engineering of globe artichoke.
Genetic relationship of mungbean and blackgram genotypes based on agronomic and photosynthetic performance and SRAP markers
Authors: CHUEAKHUNTHOD Witsarut , JINAGOOL Wanploy , MEECHAROEN Kantima , KHWANMAN Rungrapee , PATTANARAM Pattaradol , JANTARAT Natchaya , PALAPHON Pratthana , NGAMPONGSAI Sumana , TANTASAWAT Piyada A.
Published: December 2020

Genetic identification is at the base of parental selection in varietal development programs. Agronomic and photosynthetic characters and sequence-related amplified polymorphism (SRAP) markers were analyzed for two legume species which included 23 mungbean (Vigna radiata (L.) Wilczek) and four blackgram (Vigna mungo (L.) Hepper) genotypes. The results revealed that the seeds/pod, plant height, pods/plant, pod length, days to flowering, and all photosynthetic characters studied had a significant correlation with the yield/plant. Using UPGMA analysis with phenotypic data, five clusters and two individuals were identified. Twenty-five SRAP primer combinations generated 562 amplified bands, of which 507 were polymorphic (90.2%). The average numbers of scorable and polymorphic bands/primer pair were 22 and 20, respectively. Two major clusters coincided with two species having a 100% bootstrap value. Within the mungbean cluster, there were two subclusters containing 12 and 11 mungbean genotypes. Mantel’s test demonstrated that the polymorphisms given by SRAPs were associated with agronomic and photosynthetic variability (r = 0.734, p < 0.01). These results allow promising mungbean genotypes to be identified through genetic diversity and field performance which can be utilized as potential parents towards future breeding programs. Moreover, the factors which contribute most to yield/plant can be simultaneously used as selection criteria for yield improvement.
A critical review on the improvement of drought stress tolerance in rice (Oryza sativa L.)
Authors: RASHEED Adnan , HASSAN Muhammad U. , AAMER Muhammad , BATOOL Maria , FANG Sheng , WU Ziming , LI Huijie
Published: December 2020

Abiotic stresses are the primary threat to crop production across the globe. Drought stress is primary abiotic stress which is considerably limiting the global rice production and putting the food security at higher risks. Drought tolerance (DT) is a multigene trait which is influenced by various stages of development in rice plant. Tolerance as well as susceptibility of rice to drought stress is carried out by different drought-response genes and other components of stress. Plant researchers have used various methods such as, genetic manipulation and marker-assisted techniques for development of new rice cultivars with improved tolerance to drought stress. The aims of this review are to present recent advancements and illustrate current approaches to breed a robust drought-resistant rice genotypes by using classical breeding and advanced molecular techniques. We also shed light on all available information regarding the role of significant hormones in DT, QTL for drought-related traits, QTL for rice yield, global strategies for the improvement of DT in rice, DT genes, and selection supported by markers.
Chemical composition and antimicrobial and antioxidant activities of Tunisian, France and Austrian Laurus nobilis (Lauraceae) essential oils
Authors: MKADDEM GUEDRI Mounira , ROMDHANE Mehrez , LEBRIHI Ahmed , MATHIEU Florence , BOUAJILA Jalloul
Published: December 2020

Essential oil (EO) of Laurus nobilis, from Tunisian, France and Austrian were screened for their chemical composition, antioxidant and antimicrobial activities and compared. GC-MS analysis showed that leaves of Tunisian L. nobilis had camphor (34.43%), 1,8-cineole (20.21%) and α-terpineol (7%) as major components. France and Austrian EOs had a high content of 1,8-cineole (45.8% and 43.4%, respectively) followed by bornyl acetate (13.8% and 17.7% respectively) and methyl eugenol (7.7% and 10.9% respectively). Antioxidant potential was measured by ABTS and DPPH tests. Tunisian L. nobilis EO showed greater radical scavenging by ABTS activity (IC50=44.8±0.1 mg/L) than the France and Austrian EOs (76.4±3.2 mg/L and 81.4±4.0 mg/L, respectively). However, for DPPH test system, French and Austrian EOs activities were excellent (IC50=176.1±5.1 mg/L and 236.3±2.9 mg/L respectively) then Tunisian L. nobilis EO (IC50=2859.7±99.0 mg/L). A good Antimicrobial activity was observed on the yeasts and fungi for all EOs. Tunisian laurel EO show a better antibacterial activity against gram-negative bacteria (Klebsiella pneumonial, E. coli and Salmonella enterica CMI: 0.004 mg/ml) than gram-positive ones (Bacilus subtilis, Staphylococcus aureus and Listeria monocytogenes CMI: 0.01 mg/ml). A significant antifungal activity of Tunisian EO was also observed against fungi and yeasts species (CMI: 0.004 mg/ml). France essential oil shows better activities against all organisms tested wail Austrian oil activity is more important against yeasts species tested and Mucor ramannianus (fungi).  Chemical composition, antimicrobial and antioxidant activity of Tunisian L. nobilis essential oil, were different from that of France and Austrian and it give the opportunity for its uses in new pharmaceuticals and natural therapies of infectious diseases.
Allelopathic influence of medicinal plant Filipendula vulgaris Moench on germination process
Authors: FECOWICZ Michał , MOŻDŻEŃ Katarzyna , BARABASZ-KRASNY Beata , STACHURSKA-SWAKOŃ Alina
Published: December 2020

The allelopathic potential of medicinal plant Filipendula vulgaris Moench, originated from two natural habitats: calcareous grasslands and humid meadows, was investigated using radish (Raphanus sativus L. var. radicula Pers.) as a model plant. Suppression influence of aqueous extracts at concentrations: 1%, 5%, 10%, obtained separately from under and aboveground parts of the species, was studied testing germination capacity, biomass and biometry of seedling, and electrolyte leakage. Additionally, two cultivars of the radish were used to test the sensitivity of frequently used plant in the laboratory tests. This study revealed the inhibiting effect of high concentration aqueous extracts from F. vulgaris organs on the germination of radish. It was significant for seed vigour index, speed emergence, germination stress tolerance index, and mean germination time. However, the stimulating effect of 1% of aqueous extracts from dropwort roots and shoots on the germination indexes was documented. Similarly, low concentration extracts had a positive effect on seedling elongation which was visible in biometric analyses and inhibition percentage index but it was not so obvious in the biomass analyses. In general, the aboveground extracts from dropwort grown on calcareous grassland demonstrated higher allelopathic potential than extracts from underground parts and meadow habitat.
The influence of human chorionic gonadotropin on hormonal and haematological profile of postpubertal male albino rats exposed to chronic oral administration of alcohol
Authors: AKOGWU Martins S. , UCHENDU Chukwuka N. , ODO Rita I.
Published: December 2020

This study evaluated the influence of human chorionic gonadotropin on hormonal and haematological profile of postpubertal male albino rats exposed to chronic oral administration of alcohol. Twenty-four mature male albino rats were assigned to four groups (n=6). Group A was the control, given distilled water, Group B was given 30% ethanol (8 ml/kg) orally 3 times a week, Group C was given human chorionic gonadotropin (HcG) (50 IU/kg) subcutaneously 3 times a week and Group D was given HcG (50 IU/kg) subcutaneously + 30% ethanol (8 ml/kg) orally 3 times a week. The study was for 10 weeks, and hormonal profile and haematology were determined. The follicle stimulating hormone of Group B decreased significantly (P<0.05) when compared to Groups A, C and D. The luteinizing hormone was significantly lower (P<0.05) in Group B when compared to Groups A, C and D. The testosterone level was significantly higher (P<0.05) in Group D when compared to Groups A, B and C. The results obtained from haematology indicated that haemoglobin concentration of Group B was significantly lower (P<0.05) when compared to Groups A, C and D. Ethanol significantly reduced (P<0.05) platelets when compared to Groups A, C and D. There was a significant reduction (P<0.05) in the neutrophils and lymphocytes in Group B when compared to Groups A, C and D. The study showed that HcG improves the level of male hormones and haematology in postpubertal albino rats exposed to chronic alcohol administration.
The core and superdifferential of a fuzzy TU-cooperative game
Authors: Васильев Валерий Александрович , Vasil'ev Valery
Published: December 2020

In the paper, we consider conditions providing coincidence of the cores and superdifferentials of fuzzy cooperative games with side payments. It turned out that one of the most simple sufficient conditions consists of weak homogeneity. Moreover, by applying so-called S*-representation of a fuzzy game introduced by the author, we show that for any vwith nonempty core C(v) there exists some game u such that C(v) coincides with the superdifferential of u. By applying subdifferential calculus we describe a structure of the core forboth classic fuzzy extensions of the ordinary cooperative game (e.g., Aubin and Owen extensions) and for some new continuations, like Harsanyi extensions and generalized Airport game.
Multi-agent search in a set: distribution of effort and estimating the efficiency
Authors: Чернов Илья Александрович , Chernov Ilya
Published: December 2020

We consider a search model on the set, in which each point is a search location for valuable objects. Searchers of different efficiencies are distributed across a multitude, choosing locations based on the apriori idea of how promising each location is. Those who choose the same location compete with each other. We show that in quite free assumptions the distribution of agents coincides with that of the prospects. This allows us to estimate the specific flow of results, which is constant on the set. In order to more accurately predict this flow, which depends on the performance of individual agents, we offer a policy of bids: a reward for winning one. Cases of various distributions of uncertainty in the agent assessment of their own productivity are considered and the difference between the declared productivity and the average one is estimated.
Differential games in a Banach space on a fixed chain
Authors: Чернов Андрей Владимирович , Chernov Andrey
Published: December 2020

The paper is devoted to obtaining the sufficient conditions for existence of epsilon-equilibrium in the sense of piecewise program strategies in antagonistic games associated with nonlinear non-autonomous controlled differential equation in a Banach space and cost functional of a general enough form. The concept of piecewise program strategies in such a game is defined on the base of a concept of Volterra set chain for a right-hand operator of the corresponding integral equation controlled by the opponent players and according to a given partition of the time segment. As example we consider the game associated with a nonlinear pseudoparabolic partial differential equation governing the evolution of electric field in a semiconductor.
Stochastic model of network formation with asymmetric players
Authors: Сунь Пин , Sun Ping , Парилина Елена Михайловна , Parilina Elena
Published: December 2020

We propose a model of a network formation using the theory of stochastic games with random terminal time. Initially, the leader proposes a joint project in the form of a network to the players. Then, the players have the opportunities to form new links with each other to update the network proposed by the leader. Any player's payoff at any stage is determined by the network structure. It is also assumed that the formation of links proposed by the players is random. The duration of the game is also random. As a result of the players' actions and the implementation of the random steps of the Nature, a network is formed. We consider a cooperative approach to network formation, and we use the CIS-value as a cooperative solution. In this paper, a recurrent formula for its derivation in any cooperative subgame is obtained. The paper also investigates the dynamic consistency of CIS-value. The theoretical results are demonstrated by a numerical example.
Antioxidant Capacity of Proteins and Hydrolysates from the Liver of Newborn Piglets, and Their Inhibitory Effects on Steatosis in vitro
Authors: Zhang Ruilin , Yin Lasheng , Chen Jian , Zhang Xuewu
Published: December 2020

Research background. Non-alcoholic steatohepatitis is a potentially progressive hepatic disorder that can lead to end-stage liver disease and hepatocellular carcinoma. The inhibitory effects of proteins and hydrolysates from the liver of newborn piglets on hepatic steatosis in oleic-acid-induced HepG2 cells were investigated in vitro.

Experimental approach. The extracted proteins from the liver of newborn piglets (NPLP) were hydrolysed with papain, pepsin, trypsin and Alcalase. Based on comparison of different enzyme digestion condition, a protein hydrolysis protocol was established to obtain hydrolysates with lipid-lowering effect.

Results and conclusions. PLH-trypsin (trypsin-digested NPLP hydrolysate) exhibited strong antioxidant activity and possessed good inhibitory effects on lipogenesis and cholesterol accumulation in HepG2 cells at 150 μg/mL, with a triglyceride decrease of (43±3) % and cholesterol decrease of (31±5) %, comparing with 0.75 mM oleic acid induced model. The addition of NPLH-trypsin (300 μg/mL) decreased alanine aminotransferase and aspartate aminotransferase activities and increased superoxide dismutase activity.

Novelty and scientific contribution. This study demonstrated that NPLH-trypsin have a potential preventive effect on NAFLD in its early stage, and NPLH-trypsin has potential use as the modulator of lipid overaccumulation disease in food supplements.
Imagens e poder: encenação, rasura e pintura
Authors: Barroso Eduardo Paz , Estrada Rui , Toldy Teresa
Published: December 2020

Este artigo procura abordar o poder da presença da imagem em três períodos históricos do século XX, algo que se tornou omnipresente nestas épocas históricas, mas que não é exclusivo das mesmas: veja-se a referência ao impacto da visão de parte do corpo descoberto de Frine, levada a julgamento no século IV a.C. A imagem, em dois dos casos aqui apresentados (o nazismo e o estalinismo), constituiu um instrumento ao serviço do poder, com o objetivo de encenar simultaneamente a “heroicidade” e uma normalidade em contraste radical com uma brutalidade que marcou decisivamente a história e constituiu um dos principais momentos de trevas vividos no século XX. Por seu turno, sob Estaline, a imagem é manipulada, tornando o processo de rasura de personagens uma alegoria macabra da sua aniquilação real. A eficácia da reconstrução da realidade, através da manipulação da imagem, passa, assim, por uma ilusão de omnipotência: como se os ditadores tivessem o poder de enunciar, construir e destruir a “realidade”. Na terceira parte, partindo da questão da acentuada erosão das imagens na atualidade, a discussão centra-se na resposta que a pintura abre e problematiza. Ao contrário do carácter efémero da fotografia, a pintura sobrevive a tempos sombrios, persiste teimosamente, como se pode ver no caso de Tuymans. A memória não pode ser apagada. E porque não é programática, porque constitui uma tentativa de despoluição da imagem, rasga o espaço para a busca de sentido.
Bisim Matematiksel Modelleme Etkinliğinin Sınıf İçi ve Sınıf Dışı Uygulaması
Authors: ÖZER Ali Özgün , BUKOVA GUZEL Esra
Published: December 2020

Bu çalışmanın amacı, bir modelleme etkinliğinin sınıf içi ve sınıf dışı uygulama sürecini açıklamak ve bu uygulamalar arasındaki benzerlikleri, farkları ve sınırlılıkları ortaya koymaktır. Nitel çoklu durum çalışmasında modelleme etkinliğinin sınıf içi ve sınıf dışı uygulaması olmak üzere iki farklı durum ele alınmıştır. Çalışmanın verileri sınıf içi etkinlik uygulamasında öğrencilerin çözüm kâğıtları ve etkinlik uygulaması sonrasında yazdıkları yansıtıcı günlükler ile sınıf dışı etkinliğe katılan öğrencilerin çözüm kağıtları, çözüm sürecindeki ses kayıtları ve uygulama sonrası yapılan görüşmeden elde edilmiştir. Araştırmacı tarafından her iki uygulamada da alan notları tutulmuştur. Çözüm kağıtları sınıf içi ve sınıf dışı ayrı ayrı olmak üzere modelleme süreci bağlamında analiz edilmiştir. Öğrencilerin yansıtıcı günlükleri içerik analizi ile kodlanırken sınıf dışı uygulamada gerçekleştirilen görüşme betimsel analiz yöntemi ile analiz edilmiştir. Sınıf içi uygulamada öğrenciler model oluşturmadan problemi çözme eğiliminde olmuşlar, doğrulamayı tam anlamıyla gerçekleştirememişlerdir. Sınıf dışı uygulamada öğrenciler daha gerçekçi varsayımlarda bulunmuşlar ve daha kompleks modeller kurmuşlardır. Modelleme etkinliklerinin sınıf içi ve sınıf dışı uygulamalarının bütünleştirilmesi önerilmektedir.
MORPHOLOGY OF A SACRED URBAN LANDSCAPE: THE CASE STUDY OF SYLHET CITY, BANGLADESH
Authors: Saha Kawshik , Sobhan Rezwan , Nahyan Mohammad
Published: December 2020

This study investigates how different religious streams influence the morphological development of a historic city by giving a unique identity as a sacred landscape. Sylhet city, which is popularly known as the spiritual capital of Bangladesh, has been shaped by two different spiritual streams over years. From thousand years Sylhet is known for a transitional hub of political, cultural, ethnical and religious migration which shaped a unique urban fabric in the morphology of this city. The spirituality of Sylhet deeply influenced by two major streams of religious philosophy of both Islam and Hinduism, not in conventional form but in form or Sufism and Vaishnavism which is deeply rooted in a spirit of mysticism, humanity, and self-consciousness. God is prayed here not in form of temples or mosques but in Akhadas (informal shrine) and Mazars (tomb of saints, places are a mediator between creator and creation. These ritual centers also turned to be the focal point of the city surrounded by public spaces, road networks, commercial centers through the juxtaposition of sacred space and community space. Truly Mazars and Akhadas are a center of cultural transition beyond language, geography and race to shape this sacred land a spiritual identity and symbol of faith. This study focuses on these paradigms in terms of architecture and urban design to make a new approach to redefine the understanding of Sylhet city for future researchers and historians.
The Gap between Architecture Education and Architectural Profession in Iran
Authors: Hejazi Saba
Published: December 2020

Many graduates of architecture attracted to the job market find a profound gap between what they have learned in college and what is being done in their career in Iran. The educational problems that make architecture graduates inefficient in the job market are identified. Then solutions are offered to reduce the gap. Four types of questionnaires were distributed to the last year undergraduate students, professors of architecture schools and professional architects and their answers and suggestions were collected. The results show that there are some solutions for bringing architecture education closer to architectural profession: 1. participatory education, 2. establishment of non-governmental organisations, 3. linking faculties of architecture with architectural offices, and 4. revision of undergraduate curriculum of architecture.
DESIGN OF THE TAJUR KAHURIPAN TOURISM VILLAGE IN PURWAKARTA DISTRICT, WEST JAVA PROVINCE WITH THE INSPIRATION SUNDANESE TRADITIONAL OF ARCHITECTURE
Authors: NURYANTO NURYANTO NURYANTO , Surasetja Irawan , Ahdiat Dadang
Published: December 2020

Abstract – Research PPKBK 2014 (phase II) as acontinuation of the previous. The research focus is the planning and design of the tourism village of Kampung Tajur Kahuripan. This research into the link between the desire of the Government of Purwakarta Regency Village Tajur Kahuripan plans to develop into a tourist village in West Java support the Visit Year and Visit Indonesia Year 2014-2015. This research aims to make the planning and design of the tourist village based Sundanese Traditional of Architecture. Research sites in Kampung Tajur Kahuripan Bojong District of Purwakarta. Research method using descriptive-qualitative approach, by observing and exploring the potential of Kampung Tajur Kahuripan and communities to provide inputin the planning and designing tourist village. These results have two important formulas, namely: (1) Planning tourist village which includes: master plan, site plan which involves a series of provision of facilities for tourists, development potential, zoning functions, as well as reforestation; (2) The design of the tourist village which include: the design of the building occupants and visitors typology based on Sundanese Traditional of Architecture, such as: imah panggung, leuit, saung lisung, bale sarwaguna, homestay, and so forth. The shape of the roof of the building which includes: julang ngapak, jolopong, capit gunting, sontog, badak heuay, and tagog anjing. The concept of planning and design of Village Tourism of Tajur Kahuripan with the inspiration Sundanese Traditional of Architectural. Social and cultural life of the community is an important factoras an attraction for tourists, such as: the process of working the fields, the attitude of mutual cooperation, protecting the environment, tolerance between people, traditional arts, as well as atraditional ceremonies implementation life cycle. Keywords – tourism village, inspiration, planning-design, attraction, facilities
Levantamento clínico-epidemiológico de acidentes escorpiônicos na região de São José do Rio Preto, São Paulo, Brasil.
Authors: Paula Lucas Guilherme Gomide de , Moreira Gisela Cipullo , Castiglioni Lilian , Mendes Carlos Alberto Caldeira
Published: December 2020

Introdução: O escorpionismo configura importante e crescente problema de saúde pública no Brasil, sendo o principal causador de acidentes por animais peçonhentos. A espécie Tityus serrulatus (escorpião-amarelo) já foi largamente associada a maior gravidade dos casos em decorrência da toxicidade de seu veneno. No estado de São Paulo, em 2016, foram notificados 91.476 acidentes e 10 óbitos, sendo este o estado com a segunda maior quantidade de picadas. Objetivo: Realizar o levantamento clínico-epidemiológico dos acidentes escorpiônicos na região de São José do Rio Preto, São Paulo, Brasil, no período de 2010 a 2016. Métodos: Análise de prontuários dos pacientes atendidos pelo Centro de Assistência Toxicológica (CEATOX-21) do complexo Hospital de Base/Hospital da Criança e Maternidade (HB/HCM), de 2010 a 2016.  Resultados: Observou-se um aumento de 111% no número de atendimentos por picadas de escorpião em 2016 com relação a 2010. A maioria das picadas ocorreu na própria residência do paciente (82%), em homens (54,9%), entre 24 e 60 anos de idade (24,9%). Em 29,11% dos casos, os pacientes eram menores de 12 anos – grupo associado a maior gravidade. As cidades com maior número de eventos foram São José do Rio Preto (36,8%); Mirassol (5,31%); e Nova Granada (4,31%). As solicitações de avaliação pelo CEATOX foram originadas principalmente pelo complexo HB/HCM (47,5%), seguido por 18,55% de hospitais particulares, 14,9% de serviços de urgência e emergência e 10,5% de hospitais filantrópicos/públicos/centros de saúde. O total de casos moderados e graves foi 20,7%, sendo a espécie T. serrulatus o responsável por ocasionar a imensa maioria dos acidentes por escorpiões peçonhentos na região. Conclusão: O escorpionismo apresenta crescimento importante durante o tempo analisado, em especial da espécie Tityus serrulatus. Em razão da manifestação clínica diversa e mutável, há a necessidade de avaliação constante dos pacientes picados para correta indicação de soroterapia.
Avaliação funcional e motora da forma juvenil da doença de Huntington: relato de caso
Authors: Silveira Guilherme Wilson Souza , Rodrigues Dionatan Costa , Botaro Clarissana Araújo , Agostinho Luciana De Andrade
Published: December 2020

Introdução: A doença de Huntington (DH) é uma desordem neurodegenerativa autossômica dominante e rara, com comprometimento motor, cognitivo e comportamental. O início dos sintomas precoces, com menos de 20 anos, caracteriza a forma infanto-juvenil da DH. O acompanhamento da evolução da doença é importante e permite determinar as limitações funcionais e motoras de acordo com a progressão de cada caso. Objetivo: Relatar um caso juvenil da doença de Huntington associando o genótipo e o fenótipo. Métodos: A escala Unified Huntington’s Disease Rating Scale (UHDRS), validada em português, foi aplicada por um profissional capacitado, utilizando as seções: Avaliação do Estado Funcional (FAS), Escala de Capacidade Funcional Total (TFC) e Escala de Independência (IS). Resultados: O indivíduo investigado é do sexo masculino com início dos sintomas motores aos 18 anos. Em 2019, o jovem tinha 12 anos de tempo dedoença e foi diagnosticado com DH, com alelos em heterozigose com 19 e 53 repetições CAG. As avaliações realizadas com a escala UHDRS associadas à avaliação funcional e motora, obtiveram os seguintes escores: UHDRS FAS = 18 pontos, UHDRS TFC =12, UHDRS IS = 90%e UHDRS TMS = 57 pontos. Conclusão: Pela variabilidade clínica associada à forma juvenil, o paciente deve ter tratamento personalizado, condizente com o comprometimento motor, funcional e comportamental apresentado. A UHDRS é escala mais indicada para avaliar indivíduos afetados pela DH, principalmente pelo alto grau de consistência e confiabilidade clínica.
Prevalência da tentativa de suicídio e os fatores associados em pacientes com transtorno psíquico
Authors: Almeida Thainara Pacheco , Fernandes Flávia Emília C. Valença Fernandes Cavalcante , Oliveira Monique Maiara Almeida de Oliveira Almeida , Santos Nadja Maria dos Santos Maria
Published: December 2020

Introdução: O suicídio é de grande relevância para a saúde pública, sendo um fenômeno multifatorial que frequentemente é antecedido por comportamentos suicidas, tendo como fatores de risco os transtornos psíquicos. Objetivo: Descrever a prevalência da tentativa de suicídio e os fatores associados em pacientes com transtorno psíquico acompanhados no Centro de Atenção Psicossocial (CAPS) II. Métodos: Estudo quantitativo, descritivo e analítico com dados secundários de 416 prontuários de pacientes atendidos entre janeiro de 2005 e julho de 2017 no CAPS II de Petrolina, Pernambuco, Brasil. Resultados: O gênero feminino predominou na amostra (59,5%), a maioria dos pacientes era casada (62,5%) e não alfabetizados ou com ensino fundamental (52,7%). A média de idade dos usuários que tentaram suicídio era 39,8 anos. Os fatores que estiveram associados às tentativas de suicídio foram sexo, as mulheres apresentaram mais tentativas de suicídio (65,2%); a internação extra CAPS (p=0,008) e a ideação suicida (p <0,0001). Conclusão: A população estudada foi composta predominantemente de mulheres, não alfabetizadas ou com fundamental, com história de internamento psiquiátrico, ideação suicida e tentativa de suicídio. Ainda, houve associação estatística com o histórico de internação em hospitais psiquiátricos e ideação suicida com a tentativa de suicídio. Conhecer os fatores associados à tentativa de suicídio pode ser um passo importante para o planejamento de estratégias de prevenção.
Synthesis of 3-(2-Hydroxyphenyl)-5-(2-Pyridinyl)-1,2,4-triazoles as a potential chelate ligand for Uranyl ion
Authors: Vashchenko Oleksandr , Khomenko Dmytro , Doroschuk Roman , Raspertova Ilona , Lampeka Rostyslav
Published: December 2020

Two new uranyl complexes with the molecular formula [(UO2)(H2L1)](СH3OH) and [(UO2)(H3L2)](СH3OH) {H4L1 = 2-[5-[[5-[[5-(2-pyridyl)-1H-1,2,4-triazol-3‑yl]methyl]-1H-1,2,4-triazol-3-yl]methyl]-1H-1,2,4-triazol-3-yl]phenol and H5L2 = 2-[5-[[5-[[5-[[5-(2-pyridyl)-1H-1,2,4‑triazol-3-yl]methyl]-1H-1,2,4-triazol-3-yl]methyl]-1H-1,2,4-triazol-3-yl]methyl]-1H-1,2,4-triazol-3-yl]phenol)} have been synthesized. All compounds have been characterized by NMR and IR spectroscopy. With H4L1 and H5L2 uranyl ion forms mononuclear complexes. In [(UO2)(H3L2)](СH3OH) pyridyl nitrogen was uncoordinated and bonding of H5L2 was realized only through phenol oxygen and N4-nitrogens of triazole cycles.
Potassium Carbonate Assisted Synthesis Of α, β, γ, δ-Unsaturated Ketones
Authors: Kulkarni Pramod , Gawade Sammer
Published: December 2020

The Cinnamylideneacetophenones derivative is shows important medicinal properties and intermediate in organic synthesis. Several substituted α, β, γ, δ-Unsaturated Ketones were prepared in high yield and purity by direct reaction of substituted cinnamaldehyde and ketones in the presence of potassium carbonate as a base in ethanol at 50ºC. The merit of the method is short reaction times, high yield, easy work-up and purification process, inexpensive and easily available catalyst.
Digitalization of education: modern challenges and strategies to overcome them
Authors: Petrova Galina
Published: December 2020

One of the priority areas for the development of education is the introduction of information and communication technologies, which ensures the improvement of the educational process, the availability and efficiency of education, the preparation of the young generation for life in the information society, and among the main tasks is the creation of conditions for the development of the industry of modern teaching aids (educational -methodical, electronic, information and communication). In this article, the authors investigated strategies for formal education, and analyzed the main challenges and approaches to the "digitalization" of education. The rapid and profound consequences of the transition to digital will be possible only when digital transformation becomes the basis of the life of society, business and government institutions, becomes a familiar and commonplace phenomenon, becomes DNA, a key element on the path to prosperity, and becomes the basis of prosperity. Digital literacy (or digital competence) is recognized as one of the keys for a full life and human activity, therefore, the formation of information and communication competence is mandatory. This will help to ensure the right of everyone to receive education throughout life, equal conditions of access to education, regardless of the place of study.
Selling a Story: A Case Study of Five Book Covers for Victor Pelevin’s Generation “P”
Authors: Carlström Malin Podlevskikh
Published: December 2020

In this article, book-cover design is studied in relation to translation and marketing. The discussion is centered on a case study of the Russian, British, American, Danish, and Norwegian editions of Victor Pelevin’s Generation “P” (Babylon in the U.K. and Homo Zapiens in the U.S.). The analysis of the book covers focuses on marketing strategy and argues that the cover of a translation affects how a novel is read and understood in the target culture.
Ideals and interests of participants in the digitalization of criminal proceedings
Authors: Przhilenskiy V. I. , Przhilenskaya I. B.
Published: December 2020

The interaction of individuals, structures and collectives in the course of digitalization of the criminal process is analyzed. The goals of various participants in the process of introducing digital technologies into criminal proceedings are considered. It is concluded that it is necessary to timely identify all the stakeholders of digitalization and other actors involved in this process, the thesis is substantiated that it is expedient to take into account and agree on strategies in order to give consistency, predictability and controllability to the digitalization process of the criminal procedural sphere of law enforcement. Thus, the readiness of the criminal justice system for the planned and actually ongoing digitalization is being tested.
Prosecutor at the initial stage of criminal proceedings: finding ways to optimize activities in the light of digital technologies
Authors: Tabolina K. A.
Published: December 2020

This article is devoted to the problems of participation of the Prosecutor at the initial stage of criminal proceedings and the search for ways to optimize its activities in the light of the digital transformation of the Prosecutor’s office of the Russian Federation, carried out in three main areas, namely high-tech supervision, digital infrastructure, and the environment of trust. The transition to high-tech supervision and the development of digital infrastructure should lead to work with a single electronic case on the basis of a single interdepartmental digital online platform. At the same time, a single interdepartmental digital online platform will ensure interaction both within the prosecutor’s office and the interaction of the prosecutor’s office with the investigation, inquiry, public, and court bodies. The conclusion is drawn that the digital transformation of the Russian prosecutor’s office optimizes the activities of prosecutors at the initial stage of criminal proceedings, but this should be preceded by legislative changes aimed at strengthening the role of the prosecutor in pre-trial proceedings. It also states the need to increase the availability of information to citizens about the activities of prosecutors and the state of legality in pre-trial criminal proceedings and expand the list of statistical data posted on the official website of the General Prosecutor’s Office of the Russian Federation.
Compliance with the constitutional rights of an individual to privacy, personal and family secrets, secrecy of correspondence, postal, telegraph and other messages when examining a mobile device (Russian and foreign experience)
Authors: Danilenko I. A. , Vasiliev N. V.
Published: December 2020

The article touches upon the issues of correlation of the constitutional rights of the individual and the examination of a mobile device by law enforcement agencies in order to disclose and investigate crimes. The grounds and procedure for examining a mobile device are considered. The question is raised about the need to obtain a court decision for this.
Closing gap between new development and voice of customer
Authors: Grijalvo Mercedes , Eliopoulos María Fernanda , Morales-Alonso Gustavo
Published: December 2020

In the quest to increase customer satisfaction, this paper seeks to understand whether the structure of internal processes is the most suitable for channelling customer requirements. In order to use a systematics tool and a robust method, Six Sigma’s DMAIC methodology is applied. Previous research has contemplated Six Sigma methodologies within manufacturing industries focus on reducing defects and cutting costs, but this research tries to explore within a business context, where little research is found. In order to conduct the research a company-based study is followed, and two research paradigms are explored: Positivism and Interpretivism. The scientific research begins with the exploration of New Service Development (NSD) processes, followed by the collection of the Voice of the Customer (VOC) where thirteen criteria essential for purchasing are identified, making it possible to compare the linkage between internal activities and customer requirements. Significant contributions are presented since the research provides a methodical and systematic framework that can be used by organizations seeking how to grow their market share by identifying products and markets and creating customer value.
Project portfolio selection for increasing sustainability in supply chains
Authors: Verdecho María-José , Pérez-Perales David , Alarcón-Valero Faustino
Published: December 2020

Sustainability practices impact on the competitiveness of organizations. Enterprises need approaches that both support the implementation of these practices by helping to define the strategic elements of sustainable supply chains and prioritize projects to increase profitability. The purpose of this paper is to propose an approach using the Analytic Hierarchy Process that supports the portfolio project decision by aligning the project selection process to the strategic objectives of a supply chain that pursue sustainability. This approach will benefit enterprises to prioritize projects that have the highest impact on the sustainability strategy of the supply chain over time. The approach has been applied to an Agri-food supply chain.
The role of services in the environmental Kuznets curve
Authors: Cantavella Manuel
Published: December 2020

This paper examines the influence of services activity in the environmental Kuznets curve (EKC) model regarding carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. The analysis is applied for Spain during the period 1940-2014. It compares the standard environmental Kuznets curve model and its modification by isolating the evolution of services effect. The results through the autoregressive distributed-lag (ARDL) estimation strategy confirm that even though all economic activities tend to be more and more sustainable, it is the evolution of services sector that becomes fundamental in the reduction of per capita CO2 emissions.
On the question of removing the uterine appendages through the vagina
Authors: Sheloumov V. I.
Published: December 2020

Since September 27, 1895 in the Gynecological Department of the Imperial Clinical Midwife Institute and in the Clinic of the Imperial Clinical Institute of the Great Duchess Elena Pavlovna prof. Otto colpo-coeliotomia was done 20 times, of which 8 were in the first institution and 12 in the second.
Üst gastrointestinal sistem yabancı cisimleri ve gıda takılmalarında endoskopi deneyimimiz
Authors: DÜZENLİ Tolga , KÖSEOĞLU Hüseyin
Published: December 2020

Giriş ve Amaç: Yabancı cisimlerin yutulmasına bağlı başvurular, gastroenterolojik aciller arasında önemli bir yer tutmaktadır. Bu çalışmadaki amacımız; üst gastrointestinal sistemde yabancı cisim veya gıda takılması nedeniyle endoskopi yapılan hastalarımızı araştırmak ve klinik tecrübelerimizi paylaşmaktır. Gereç ve Yöntem: Hitit Üniversitesi Hastanesi acil servisine Mart 2017-Mart 2020 tarihleri arasında yabancı cisimlerin yutulmasına bağlı başvurarak endoskopi yapılan olgular çalışmaya dahil edildi. Bulgular: Çalışmaya toplam 31 hasta (13 kadın, 18 erkek) dahil edildi. Endoskopik tedavi başarı oranı %96.8 (n=30/31) idi. Hastaların acil servise müracaatındaki şikayetleri yabancı cismi hissetme %87.1 disfaji %74.2, odinofaji %22.6 iken %12.9 hasta asemptomatik idi. Yabancı cismin özelliği olarak hastaların %58.1 inde künt/yumuşak cisimler ve gıda impaksiyonu izlenirken; %41.9 hastada sivri/kesici/delici cisim mevcuttu. Yerleşim yeri hastaların %83.9’unda özofagus; %12.9’unda mide; %3.2’sinde duodenum idi. Acil servise başvurularında median zaman (acile giriş kayıt saati) 14:47 idi. Acile ilk başvurudan endoskopiye kadar geçen süre 1-24 saat arası, median süre ise 3 saat idi. Endoskopik tedavi yöntemleri olarak; biyopsi forsepsi, fare dişli/timsah dişli grasperlar, snare, fileli snare, overtüp ya da endoskop yardımıyla mideye ilerletme yöntemleri kullanıldı. Sonuç: Üst gastrointestinal sistem yabancı cisimlerinde endoskopik tedavi yöntemleri etkili ve güvenlidir. Endoskopik tedavide seçilecek yöntemler; yabancı cismin tipi, yabancı cismin yeri, eşlik eden diğer faktörlere ve hastanın özelliklerine göre bireyselleştirilmelidir.
Cashless Payments and Economic Growth in Selected European Countries
Authors: Grzelczak Marlena , Pastusiak Radosław
Published: December 2020

Purpose of the article: The aim of the paper was to show connections between the instruments of cashless payments and economic growth. The goal was to find the answers to the following research questions: What is the current share of payments with the use of particular forms of cashless payments in total payments?; What forms of cashless payments are connected with economic growth measured by real GDP per capita in the group of countries of Central and Eastern Europe and Western Europe?; What is the relation between the value of cashless payments and economic growth measured by real GDP per capita in the group of countries of Central and Eastern Europe and Western Europe?

Research methods: Spearman’s rank correlation.

Research results: The authors have found that the highest share in terms of the number of payments in total payments in the countries of Central and Eastern Europe constituted payments with the use of payment cards, then, the payments with the use of a transfer order. Whereas, in the countries of Western Europe, apart from the fact that high percentage of payments in total constituted payments with the use of payment cards and transfer orders, more and more payments are made with the use of the instruments of e-money. Examining mutual relationships, information about correlational connections that occur between economic growth measured by GDP per capita and value of payments with the use of some instruments of cashless payments was obtained. The main conclusion that can be drawn after data analysis is positive relationships between the value of payments with the use of a transfer order, payment card and economic growth found both in the countries of Central and Eastern Europe and the countries of Western Europe. In the countries of Western Europe, the payments with the use of a direct debit turned out to be insignificant, whereas the payments with the use of instruments of e-money were signifiant. Taking into account the force of relationships, it can be said that higher positive correlation is shown by the value of payments with the use of a transfer order with reference to real GDP per capita in the countries of Western Europe (0.80). In the countries of Central and Eastern Europe, it is only 0.48. Mutual connections between the value of payments with the use of payment cards and economic growth are similar in both groups of countries. What is interesting, high impact on real GDP per capita – about 0.80 – is shown by the payments with the use of instruments of e-money. This study may represent a contribution to further research, that is, an analysis of cause-and-effect relationships in the field of cashless payments and economic growth, including division of countries in terms of, for example, the level of wealth.

Added value: Analysis of current literature on the impact of cashless payments on economic growth and an empirical analysis.
An Assessment of the Effectiveness of Actions to Implement the Principles of Circular Economy in the Electromobility Ecosystem
Authors: Motowidlak Urszula
Published: December 2020

Theoretical background: The article concerns the concept of electromobility ecosystem development, understood as a multidimensional, multisectoral network with the features of systemic innovation. In scientific discussion and policy strategies, the transformation towards an integrated electromobility network is one of the most important paths leading to emission neutrality while maintaining the principles of closed loop. The article presents the impact of the circular economy assumptions on shaping the electromobility ecosystem.

Purpose of the article: Identification of activities determining the development of the electromobility ecosystem in accordance with the principles of circular economy and a declarative assessment of their effectiveness.

Research methods: The desk research method and qualitative and quantitative analysis methods were used to present and discuss the results of own research.

Main findings: The concept of sustainable development of the electromobility ecosystem is a comprehensive look at the process of transforming mobility, in line with the idea of circular economy. Due to the complexity of activities, it can be concluded that its implementation will be a gradual and long-term process that requires a systemic approach. ReSOLVE’s activities are the result of using breakthrough technological innovations, business models and a new mobility culture in the process of shaping the electromobility ecosystem. Their identification and assessment, based on the results of the survey, adds value to the literature on the subject in the context of the development of a competitive, sustainable and circular economy, for which an emission-neutral and innovative mobility network is necessary.