bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Reaktionen auf die COVID-19-Pandemie und ihre Folgen
Authors: Radebold Hartmut
Published: August 2021

Internationale Untersuchungen belegen, dass Alter, Geschlecht und Selbstbild Unterschiede im Umgang mit der Pandemie bedingen. Unerwartet waren für die Bundesrepublik sowohl das »Hamstern« zu Beginn des ersten Lockdowns als auch die im Vergleich zu anderen europäischen Ländern anhaltend deutlich geringeren Infektionsraten. Die heute Älteren erlebten im großen Umfang das Ende des Zweiten Weltkrieges und die Nachkriegszeit und haben ihre Erinnerungen durch familiäre Erzählungen transgenerational weitergegeben; sie sind zeitlos unbewusst bis vorbewusst geblieben. Der Autor stellt die Hypothese auf, dass diese in der jetzigen Bedrohungssituation wiederbelebt wurden und unterschiedliche Reaktionen bedingten, zum Beispiel eine höhere Akzeptanz der Einschränkungen. Als bedrohlich könnte sich für die älteren Singles angesichts der erneut geforderten »sozialen Distanz« die Reaktivierung des umfassenden familiären Schweigens der Nachkriegszeit erweisen. Psychotherapeutische Hilfestellung erscheint möglich und notwendig.
Orientational characteristics of magnetization precession excitation on the interference grating formed by femtosecond laser.
Authors:   Syktyvkar State University, Oktyabrskiy prosp. 55, Syktyvkar 167001, Russia, Vlasov V.S.
Published: August 2021

The subject of investigation in this work is the excitation of magnetization precession in magnetic film on the surface of which is formed the temperature relief which is formed by interference picture formatted by preliminary divided ray from femtosecond laser. It is mentioned the discovered in experiment the dependence of excitation efficiency from the orientation of magnetic field applied in the plane of film. The main aim of this work is the theoretical interpretation of observed orientation dependence. The realized in experiment scheme “pump-probe” is described. The whole geometry of task is proposed. This geometry includes in oneself the magnetic film with formed in its surface interference picture and applied in the plane of film the constant field. It is shown that by the thermal expansion in the film the elastic waves two types are excited; the surface Rayleigh waves and leaky longitudinal waves. The projections of wave-vectors of propagating waves to plane of film are normal to the strips of interference picture. The orientation of field may change from to longitudinal to transverse from the same strips. The components of deformation tensor of Rayleigh and leaky waves are determined. The precession of magnetization in the coordinate system connected with field is investigated. By using the apparatus of crossing matrixes it is found the components of deformation tensor are determined. In the frame of linear approach in this system the task about excitation of magnetization precession by elastic deformations by Rayleigh and leaky waves is solved. The dynamical component of magnetization precession which ensures the light polarization rotation which passes along the normal to the plane of film is found. It is shown that the angle of rotation is straight proportional to the tensor deformation components with the summarization with the resonance character of precession magnetization dependence from the value of magnetic field. The dependence of polarization rotation from orientation of field which is applied in the plane of film is found. It is shown that by the orientation of field along and across the interference stripes the rotation of polarization plane is absent. Between these extreme orientations the dependence has appearance as two maxima divided by deep minimum. The received results are compared with data of experiment. It is found the quality and in some cases quantity correlation. The recommendations for further development of work are proposed.
Differential expression of BUB1 mitotic checkpoint serine/threonine kinase B in human epithelial ovarian cancer.
Authors: Mamoor Shahan
Published: August 2021

Epithelial ovarian cancer (EOC) is the most lethal gynecologic cancer (1). We performed discovery of genes associated with epithelial ovarian cancer and of the high-grade serous ovarian cancer (HGSC) subtype, using published microarray data (2, 3) to compare global gene expression profiles of normal ovary or fallopian tube with that of primary tumors from women diagnosed with epithelial ovarian cancer or HGSC. We identified the gene encoding BUB1 mitotic checkpoint serine/threonine kinase B, BUB1B, as among the genes whose expression was most different in epithelial ovarian cancer as compared to the normal fallopian tube. BUB1B expression was significantly higher in high-grade serous ovarian tumors relative to normal fallopian tube. BUB1B expression correlated with overall survival in patients with ovarian cancer. These data indicate that expression of BUB1B is perturbed in epithelial ovarian cancers broadly and in ovarian cancers of the HGSC subtype. BUB1B may be relevant to pathways underlying ovarian cancer initiation (transformation) or progression.
An Introduction to Ally Skills for Natural History Collections Professionals
Authors: Phillips Molly A , Ye Hao , Bledsoe Ellen
Published: August 2021

Natural science collections are, by their nature, collaborative and cumulative and benefit from the inclusion of diverse people with varied experiences and backgrounds. Yet many of us recognize that our workplaces, and STEM at large, are not welcoming to all, even after decades of efforts. It is increasingly clear that one of the challenges is that we lack training in turning our shared values into action. In this paper, we introduce allyship skills as a path to change, discuss both preemptive and responsive allyship efforts, and share some simple daily actions you can take to get started.
Pusat Riset Pesantren
Authors: Sofanudin Aji
Published: August 2021

Salah satu Pusat Riset (PR) yang penting hemat kami adalah PR Pesantren dan Pendidikan Keagamaan Lainnya. PR ini fokus mengkaji: pesantren, dayah, surau, meunasah, sebutan lain, pasraman, pesantian, pabbajja, dhammasekha, shuyuan, sekolah teologi, SDTK, SMPTK, SMTK, Taman Seminari, Sekolah Menengah Agama Katolik, sekolah minggu, madrasah diniyah takmiliah, TPQ, majelis taklim, rumah tahfiz, PDF (pendidikan diniyah formal) serta Satuan Pendidikan Muaddalah
Psychological well-being and lockdown: a study on an Italian sample during the first COVID-19 wave
Authors: Marchetti Michela , Gatti Daniele , Inguscio Lucio , Mazzoni Giuliana
Published: August 2021

During February and March 2020, the Italian government decided to provide guidelines in order to counter the spreading of Coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Several studies have shown that the first Lockdown deeply affected the psychological well-being of the individuals, but the role of possible protective variables is currently not known. In the present study we aimed to investigate the impact of several behavioral variables on individuals’ mental states and emotions experienced during the first Lockdown in Italy. Participants were 172 Italian adults and they were asked to answer several questions regarding the intensity of mental states and emotions experienced, the perceived usefulness of lockdown, the feeling of living a normal life, and the coping strategies implemented to face the pandemic. Results showed that, during the first wave of COVID-19 in Italy, only the perceived usefulness of lockdown positively affected people’s emotions. This result suggests that a better communication of the experimental findings supporting the political decisions made, and behavioral measures shaped to increase people’s commitment to the proposed rules are crucial in order to enhance people’s wellbeing. While this result is limited to the first wave and the first lockdown, future research should assess the role of rule acceptance and coping strategies in subsequent waves of COVID-19, and consequent partial or total lockdowns.
Implications of Identity Resolution in Emerging Adulthood for Intimacy, Generativity, and Integrity Across the Adult Lifespan
Authors: Mitchell Lauren , Baranski Erica , Lodi-Smith Jennifer , Whitbourne Susan
Published: August 2021

Erikson's psychosocial stage model posits that identity formation is a key developmental task for adolescents, and that successfully resolving the identity vs. role confusion crisis at this time of life has important impacts on psychosocial development through adulthood. However, little empirical work has tested the consequences of early-life identity development for progression through the subsequent psychosocial stages in Erikson's model. The purpose of the present study was to test whether identity resolution measured during emerging adulthood predicted later developmental trajectories of intimacy, generativity, and integrity across adulthood. We used data from four cohorts of participants in the Rochester Adult Longitudinal Study (N = 1224), with up to five assessments spanning the twenties through the sixties. Latent growth curve modeling was used to estimate developmental trajectories for intimacy, generativity, and integrity, and to test the association between emerging adulthood identity resolution and growth parameters for each psychosocial outcome. Findings suggested that individuals with higher emerging adulthood identity resolution also experienced high levels of intimacy, generativity, and integrity in emerging adulthood, and these levels remained consistently high across adulthood. In contrast, those with lower identity resolution in emerging adulthood experienced lower initial levels of intimacy, generativity, and integrity, but faster growth over time. As a result, these trajectories appeared to nearly converge by the time participants were in their sixties, suggesting that one's emerging adulthood identity has less importance over time, and that individuals who struggled more with identity formation in adolescence and emerging adulthood are able to make up for it later in life.
Narcissism_Overview_CDPS
Authors: Miller Josh , Back Mitja , Lynam Donald , Wright Aidan G.C.
Published: August 2021

Narcissism is of great interest to behavioral scientists and the lay public. Research across the last 20 years has led to substantial progress in the conceptualization, measurement, and study of narcissism. The present paper reviews the current state of the field, identifying recent advances and outlining future directions. Advances include hierarchical conceptualizations of narcissism across one (narcissism), two (grandiose vs. vulnerable narcissism), and three factor levels (agentic extraversion, antagonism, narcissistic neuroticism), the development of measures to assess the components of narcissism, clarification of the relations between narcissism and self-esteem, an understanding of the behavioral and motivational dynamics underlying narcissistic actions and social outcomes, and insight regarding potential fluctuations between narcissistic states. Future directions point in general to increased research using the lower levels of the narcissism hierarchy, especially the three-factor level. At this level, more research is required on the etiology, heritability, stability, and centrality of the three components.
Design, development and performance evaluation of a smart office automation system
Authors:   Department of Computer Engineering Technology, Delta State Polytechnic, Ozoro, Nigeria, Emeyazia I. D. , Egerega J. ,   Department of Computer Engineering Technology, Delta State Polytechnic, Ozoro, Nigeria, Keke M. ,   Department of Chemical Engineering Technology, Delta State Polytechnic, Ozoro, Nigeria
Published: August 2021

This research work aimed at the design, development and performance of Office Automation System, using the Internet of Things (IoT) based and Voice Recognition Command. The data is stored in personal computer (PC) or android smartphone. Arduino IDE was the framework used in the development of the system, while C++ was the programming language used for programming the system. Similarly, a voice control was built using the This Then That (IFTTT) platform. The system developed was capable of enabling users to control office appliances like printer, air conditioner, light, fan, etc. with voice command using the Google home mini device. Results obtained from the laboratory test proved that the system had a very high (about 98%) performance rating. This system had shown that office automation system can use voice command to preform its task
Preperation of Thin Film of Tin Oxide (SnO2) by Spray Pyrolysis Method and Study its Application as Gas Sensor
Authors: Chalise R. , Thakur P. K. , Nakarmi J. J. , Shrestha S. P.
Published: August 2021

In this article SnO2 thin films have been deposited onto glass substrates by Spray Pyrolysis Method. Tin chloride dihydrate (SnCl2.2H2O) and Copper nitrate (Cu (NO3)2 .3H2O) were used as source of Sn and Cu respectively. The structural, optical and gas sensing properties of Undoped and copper doped by (vol. %) SnO2 film have been investigated. XRD of film shows structure of films. Also result so obtained from XRD spectroscopy shows that these layers have the tetragonal polycrystalline tinoxide structure. The optical transmission was found to decrease with addition of copper as dopant on SnO2 with the addition of Cu except for 5% Cu-Doped. The reponse of these layers have been investigated for different concentrations of butane gas by static gas sensing system. The results of this investigation show that the Cu-Doped SnO2 nanostructure layer compared with the pure SnO2 nanostructure layer has showed the better response for butane gas. Among Cu-Doped SnO2 thin film layer 4% (by vol.) copper doped thin film layer has showed higher response toward the Butane gas with less response and recovery time than other films.
Soliton solution of Generalized Zakharov-Kuznetsov and ZakharovKuznetsov-Benjamin-Bona-Mahoney equations with conformable temporal evolution
Authors: Rezazadeh Hadi , Korkmaz Alper , Reza Nauman , Ali Khalid , Eslami Mostafa
Published: August 2021

In this paper, we proposethe method of functional variable for finding soliton solutions of two practical problems arising in electronics, namely, the conformable time-conformable Generalized Zakharov-Kuznetsov equation (GZKE) and the conformable time-conformable Generalized Zakharov-Kuznetsov-Benjamin-BonaMahoney equation (GZK-BBM). The soliton solutions are expressed by two types of functions which are hyperbolic and trigonometric functions. Implemented method is more effective, powerful and straightforward to construct the soliton solutions for nonlinear conformable time-conformable partial differential equations.
Probing the Structural, elastic, electronic and Thermoelectric Properties of C15-type Laves phase LaCo2: A DFT based ab-initio investigation
Authors: Ziri S. , Blaha L. , Boukabrime F. , Maafa A. , Oughilas A. , Bouabc¸a A. , HABIB ROZALE
Published: August 2021

Using first-principles calculations based on density functional theory, structural, elastic, electronic and thermoelectric properties of laves phase LaCo2 intermetallic compound with prototype MgCu2 are stated in this paper. The optimized lattice constant by structural optimization is found to be rationally compatible with the experimental lattice constant.  The Generalized Gradient Approximation (GGA) +Hubbard model was incorporated to evaluate the exact electronic structure. Elastic properties such as, elastic constants, bulk modulus B, shear modulus G, Young’s modulus E, and Poisson ratio ν have been determined using the Voigt–Reuss– Hill approximation. The ductility nature appears in both values of Cauchy pressure and Pugh’s ratio. The band structures and the Cauchy pressure show that the material behaves as metallic. In addition, semi-classical Boltzmann theory is used to verify the applicability of the material for thermoelectric applications. Calculations depict that the spin-up/down transport coefficients are temperature-dependent. It has been found that LaCo2 has a high Seebeck coefficient and therefore a large power factor.
Effects of a modified DBT Skills Group for military personnel and Veterans with OSIs and borderline personality disorder or traits
Authors: Holens Pamela L. , Buhler Jeremiah N. , Yacucha Stephanie , Romaniuk Alyssa , Joyal Brent
Published: August 2021

LAY SUMMARY

This study looked at the use of a group treatment known as Dialectical Behaviour Therapy Skills Group (DBT-SG) to see if it was helpful for military personnel and Veterans who had a variety of mental health disorders related to their service. The results of the study showed improvements in symptoms of borderline personality disorder, reductions in negative thoughts and feelings, and reductions in unhelpful behaviours. Results also showed improvements in all examined areas of functioning among participants, with the largest change occurring in the area of social functioning. The presence of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, or chronic pain did not impact results, but the presence of a substance abuse disorder did. Overall, the results provide preliminary support for DBT-SG as an intervention for borderline personality disorder symptoms among military and Veterans, and perhaps particularly for persons who also have other mental health challenges, or persons for whom other treatment may be considered inappropriate.
Veterans and animals: A review of the literature on well-being and social isolation and recommendations during COVID-19
Authors: Krause-Parello Cheryl A. , Pratt Beth A. , Meyer Emma , Browne-Banic Lisa
Published: August 2021

LAY SUMMARY

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the negative consequences of social isolation on well-being, the authors wanted to better understand the impact animals have on Veteran well-being during times of social isolation. The authors searched current articles to find the answer. What was found was limited, but the findings support that human-animal interaction has beneficial effects on Veteran well-being ameliorating the consequences of social isolation.
Veterinary and Pharmacy Students’ Expectations Before and Experiences After Participating in an Interdisciplinary Access to Care Veterinary Clinic, WisCARES
Authors: Alvarez Elizabeth , Lygo-Baker Simon , Schultz Kelly , Gilles William , Chun Ruthanne
Published: August 2021

This pilot survey study describes student expectations and experiences at WisCARES, a low-cost veterinary medical teaching clinic where students from multiple disciplines collaborate. We hypothesized that prior to the workday, students would describe different expectations of working in an interdisciplinary access to care clinic than what they ultimately experienced. We surveyed 62 students from the School of Veterinary Medicine (46) and pharmacy (16) who spent a clinic day at WisCARES. Before introductory rounds, students completed a short survey consisting of four open-ended questions about their learning expectations; at the end of the day, they reviewed their initial responses and added what they actually learned. Qualitative information was categorized and analyzed using descriptive statistics. Thirteen major themes emerged: diversity, confidence, communication, case lead/case management, financial experience, helping people, teamwork, technical skills, inter-professional experience, mentoring, non-specific positive regard, appreciation for resources, and rounds. Students reported improved confidence in managing and leading cases with specific positive outcomes in communicating with clients, particularly regarding leading financial conversations. Developing greater insight into diversity was a common theme expressed in students’ expectations but was less frequently noted as an end-of-day outcome. Veterinary students less frequently described the value of the inter-professional environment and collaboration, but this was a major theme noted among pharmacy students. Student feedback was positive overall. The current study is useful in identifying areas for improving collaborative instruction and access to care professional student learning opportunities.
YÖNETİM MUHASEBECİLERİNİN İKLİM DEĞİŞİKLİĞİNİN İŞ DÜNYASINA ETKİLERİNİN YÖNETİLMESİNDEKİ ROLÜ: TÜRKİYE ÖRNEĞİ
Authors: KESİMLİ İffet
Published: August 2021

Bu çalışmanın amacı, iklim değişikliğinin iş dünyasına etkileri çerçevesinde yönetimin ve üst düzey muhasebecilerin konuya bakış açılarını, stratejik maliyet yönetimi ve stratejik yönetim muhasebesi benzeri araçların kullanımı çerçevesinde ortaya koymaktır. Hazırlanan bir elektronik form, Borsa İstanbul'da kote olan şirketlerin 2018 ve 2019'da Kamu Aydınlatma Platformu üzerinden alınan e-posta adreslerine, Haziran 2018-Haziran 2019 arasında elektronik ortamda gönderilmiştir. Elde edilen verilere göre, Türkiye’de bu araçların etkin biçimde kullanıldığını söylemek mümkün değildir. Üst yönetimin iklim değişikliğinin yönetilmesi gerekliliğinin tam anlamıyla bilincinde olduğunu söylemek için erkendir. Türkiye’deki yönetim muhasebecileri ve finans uzmanlarının iklim değişikliğine bakışını ortaya koyan bu çalışma, literatüre katkıda bulunmaktadır.
DÖVİZ KURU VE FAİZ ORANLARININ SEKTÖR BAZINDA HİSSE SENEDİ GETİRİLERİNE ETKİLERİ: BORSA İSTANBUL ÖRNEĞİ
Authors: UNAL Serkan
Published: August 2021

Bu çalışmada Türkiye’de son yıllarda önemli seviyede oynaklığa sahip olan tahvil faizleri ve USDTRY kurundaki değişimin, farklı sektörlerdeki hisselerin getirisini ne ölçüde etkilediği tespit edilmeye çalışılmıştır. 2009 ve 2020 yılları arasında, 348 adet hisseye ait 46 çeyreklik panel veri setinin kullanıldığı çalışmada rassal etkiler ve sabit etkiler modellerine uygun olarak regresyon analizleri yapılmıştır. Analizlerde piyasa getirisi kontrol değişkeni olarak kullanılmış ve sektörle ilgili özelliklerin hisse senedi getirilerine ne derecede yansıdığı tespit edilmeye çalışılmıştır. Araştırmada elde edilen bulgulara göre USDTRY kurundaki değişimin bankacılık, finansal kiralama, iletişim ve inşaat sektörlerindeki şirketlere negatif yönde yansıdığı görülmektedir. Faizler ile çeşitli sektörler arasındaki getirilerin ilişkisi incelendiğinde ise anlamlı bir ilişki olmadığı saptanmıştır.
Meningoencefalite bacteriana secundária à vaginite em um canino: Relato de caso
Authors: Souza Mary
Published: August 2021

The bacterial meningoencephalitis is a neurological disorder that affects dogs and cats, and develops on migration of bacteria from infectious focus, near or far from the central nervous system through the bloodstream, breaking the hemato-encephalic barrier and reaching the brain and meninges. in that context, this work has by objective report a case of meningoencephalitis concomitant with vaginitis in a canine, female, without race defined, 3 years old, attend at Dr. Vicente Borelli's Veterinary Hospital located in Aracaju-SE. The animal had motor incoordination, inclination of the head for the right side and walked in circles. Physical examination, blood count, renal profile, liver profile and protein fraction, cystocentesis guided by ultrasound, physical-chemical analysis, urine culture, CSF collection for cytology and bacterial culture and collection of vaginal secretion for bacterial culture and antibiogram were performed. Finally, exploratory laparotomy was performed to discard uterine stump on physical examination, bilateral horizontal nystagmus, cervical stiffness, lack of response to deep pain, absence of cranial tibial reflex, proprioceptive deficit in the right posterior limb, and blackened vulvar secretion were found. The hemogram showed mild normochromic normocytic anemia, thrombocytopenia and monocytopenia. Renal and hepatic profiles and protein fraction showed no changes. Urinalysis showed a cloudy appearance, alkaline pH, presence of red blood cells and leukocytes, in addition to crystals such as amorphous and triple phosphate. In urine culture, growth, isolation and identification of the microorganism Streptococcus spp. The results found in the cytological examination of the CSF were a small amount of eosinophilic, amorphous, finely granular protein material, density and little increased proteins. Ultrasonography and exploratory laparotomy did not show any noteworthy changes, but they did help to rule out differential diagnoses of vaginitis. As for the microbiological exams of CSF samples and vaginal secretion, both genera of gram-positive bacteria Staphylococcus grew. Thus, the present report allowed us to conclude that vaginitis can trigger meningoencephalitis due to bacterial translocation through the bloodstream.
Diagnóstico imunológico e molecular da Leishmaniose Visceral Canina: Revisão
Authors: BATISTA KEILA , MOTTA Leonardo Marchetti , EBERT Kaio Gutieres
Published: August 2021

Canine Visceral Leishmaniasis (CVL) has a high zoonotic and pathological potential, causing a major impact on the immune system of affected dogs. For a suspected CVL to be confirmed, it is necessary to perform serological and molecular tests that have high sensitivity and are more reliable. The main tests used for the diagnosis are ELISA and IFAT tests, being those with higher sensitivity and specificity among immunological tests. The aim of this review was to describe the main immunological and molecular tests for CVL, pointing out the advantages and disadvantages of each assay, as well as their usefulness in concluding the diagnosis and management of the affected animal.
Histerocele gravídica intratorácica e hérnia diafragmática em cadela: Relato de caso
Authors: Gonçalves Luana Cristina Correia Gonçalves , Souza Neto Miguel Felix de , Conceição Talisson de Jesus Costa , Bezerra Beatriz Filgueira , Silva Sayenne Ferreira , Vieira Nayara Salazar , Melo Tamires Ferreira de , Oliveira Vinícius Corrêa , Araújo Daniel Silva de , Dörner Nathália Lima , Brito Júlia Lemos , Moura Janielson da Conceição de , Borralho Karina de Souza Lobo , Neto Pedro Agnel Dias Miranda
Published: August 2021

In the present study, we report a case of animal care, female SRD, 3 years old and 7 months old, weighing 15 kg, with clinical suspicion of fetal dystocia. He was seen in the emergency department of the Hospital Veterinário Universitário (HVU / UFPI), two days ago he was in labor, without expulsion of any product, with bloody vaginal discharge, prostrate and without food. However, before the physical examination was completed, the patient had a cardiorespiratory arrest and died. Thus, we opted for necropsy, which the post-mortem diagnosis revealed diaphragmatic hernia, respiratory failure and septicemia. This report highlights the importance of a thorough clinical / physical examination to establish the most correct therapy in pregnant animals that arrive for emergency care due to complications at the time of delivery, and without forgetting the importance of prenatal care in companion animals, which does not occur frequently in the veterinary clinical routine.
Gaya Belajar Mahasiswa Pendidikan Matematika Universitas Flores dalam Pemahaman Konsep Fungsi
Authors: Restianim Vivien , Pendy Agnes , Merdja Juwita
Published: August 2021

The purpose of this research is to find out the dominant learning style of students of Department of Mathematic Education University of Flores in understanding the function concept and also to find out the correlation between gender and learning style. Furthermore, to determine the effect of learning styles on the learning outcomes of function materials. This type of research is qualitative and quantitative research.  The results of this research is the majority of students of of Department of Mathematic Education University of Flores have Social group learning styles with 43.21%. On the other hand, the majority of mathematics education students are women, but this does not affect the choice of learning styles. In this study, learning styles affect student learning outcomes on the understanding of the functions concept  with an F count is 16.978 greater than F table = 3.96.

Keyword: Learning style, Function, Gender, Learning outcome
Analisa Pembengkokan Pelat dengan Metode Line Heating
Authors: Pardi Pardi , Romadhoni Romadhoni , Santoso Budhi
Published: August 2021

One method of bending the plates in hull construction can be done either by conventional or by line heating method. The method of line heating has several advantages, such as lesser initial investment and can be used for three dimension form.  This research is focused to obtain the relation between the parameter in line heating process and the conceited of plate curve that produced. With the aim of the curvature of structural changes caused by the heat given during the plate bending process it can be seen for the shipbuilding fabrication process. From the results of this study obtained data on line heating conditions on plates with a thickness of 10 mm (plates A and B) obtained the maximum curvature height is 11.1 mm at a heating speed of 8 mm / s and a heating temperature of 3850 C. Furthermore, the amount of heat input that is applied to material 3327.47 Joules / sec and due to efficiency at 1697,001 Joules / sec.

Keyword: Line Heating Method, Line Heating Parameter, Curve Heights
A new species of Greenisca from Russia (Homoptera, Coccinea, Eriococcidae)
Authors: Danzig E.M.
Published: August 2021

The type species of the genus Greenisca is designated. Greenisca matesovae sp. n. is described and illustrated.
SOCIAL MEASURES OF RESILIENCE An investigation into community resilience by taking adaptive physical measures through social mediation during infrastructure disruption
Authors:   Military Institute of Science and Technology, Dhaka, Bangladesh, ALI IMAM. CHOWDHURY , AHMAD ZAHIN. HASIN ,   University of Kent, Canterbury, the United Kingdom
Published: August 2021

This paper intends to break down a local case to grasp the possibility of adaptable measures by individuals and systems through the social exchange during infrastructure interruption on account of considerable precipitation. Finally, the extent of social resilience is assessed through the ‘5S’ framework. The assessment reveals the social capital and the incredible social conditions accomplished by the mix of the particular circumstance and differing interest packs are influencing the adaptable appraisals which can be considered as an important report to structure a strong framework by understanding the tangled social issues and multifaceted nature
MANAGEMENT OF VARIATIONS WITH THE USE OF STANDARD FORMS OF CONTRACT IN PUBLIC SECTOR BUILDING PROJECTS IN SRI LANKA
Authors:   University of Vocational Technology, Rathmalana, SENADEERA A. D. , SIRIMEWAN D. C. ,   University of Moratuwa, PERERA B. A. K. S. ,   University of Moratuwa
Published: August 2021

In most of the public construction projects in developing countries, a large number of ‘variations’ that result from the changes made to the original scopes of the projects urge the need of variation management by the parties to a contract. This study explores the ways of managing variations in public sector building projects executed in Sri Lanka with the use of Standard Forms of Contract. It applied a qualitative research approach and used a comprehensive literature review expert interviews for data collection. Manual content analysis was used to analyse the collected data. The findings reveal numerous causes of variations for which the Employer, Consultant, Contractor, or certain other factors are responsible. The research also reveals that the variations could be minimised by adopting strategies, such as the preparation of a fully detailed Employer’s brief, review of the design and deployment of qualified personnel. The study proposes to modify the variation clause by adding more explanations in the Standard Form of Contract to facilitate effective variation management in Sri Lanka.
GENDER AND DISABILITY INCLUSION IN POST-DISASTER REBUILDING ‘BUILD BACK BETTER’ PROGRAMMES IN SRI LANKA: A LITERATURE REVIEW
Authors:   University of Moratuwa, MENDIS A.P.K.D. , THAYAPARAN MENAHA ,   University of Moratuwa, KALUARACHCHI YAMUNA ,   School of the Built Environment and Architecture, London South Bank University
Published: August 2021

In the last decade, many South Asian developing countries have suffered natural disasters. Severe disaster destruction results in an overwhelming need to rebuild housing and infrastructure within a brief amount of time. United Nation Development Programme has sought to make this reconstruction program a "Build Back Better (BBB)" opportunity, hence gender inequality and marginalisation of people with disabilities remain a problem in many countries. Although the international community has sought to promote this resilience and inclusion, the Post-Disaster Rebuilding (PDR) process still overlooks these sectors of society and their needs. Therefore, this paper aims to bring in literature synthesis addressing gender and disability inclusion in PDR ‘BBB’ programmes in Sri Lanka. Besides, involvement in the mitigation of vulnerability and community resilience to disaster risks and relocation was found to play a significant role. Vulnerability and the risk of disasters can be dramatically reduced by ensuring a culture of disaster prevention and resilience for all segments of populations, particularly rural areas, girls and women, and the disabled. All aspects of socially inclusive, formal, and non-formal commitments are important to take their desires and requirement into consideration.
Increasing author counts in neurosurgical journals from 1980 to 2020
Authors: Cole Tyler S. , Pacult Mark A. , Lawton Michael T.
Published: August 2021

OBJECTIVE

Scientific productivity, as assessed by publication volume, is a common metric by which the academic neurosurgical field assesses its members. The number of authors per peer-reviewed article has been observed to increase over time across a broad range of medical specialties. This study provides an update to this trend in the neurosurgical literature.

METHODS

All publications from January 1, 1980, to April 30, 2020, were queried from four neurosurgical journals: Neurosurgery, Journal of Neurosurgery (JNS), JNS: Pediatrics, and JNS: Spine. Publication information was acquired from the National Center for Biotechnology Information Entrez database and reconciled with the Scopus database. Publication type was limited to articles and excluded editorials, letters, and reviews. The number of authors and affiliation counts were determined based on structured abstract fields provided in the two databases.

RESULTS

Between January 1, 1980, and April 30, 2020, the overall increase in author count for the four neurosurgical journals was 0.12 to 0.18 authors per year (p < 0.001). For Neurosurgery, the mean (SD) author count increased from 2.81 (1.4) in 1980–1985 to 7.97 (4.92) in 2016–2020 (p < 0.001). For the JNS, the mean (SD) author count increased from 2.82 (1.04) in 1980–1985 to 7.6 (3.65) in 2016–2020 (p < 0.001). The percentage of articles with more than 10 authors increased from 0.2% to 22.3% in Neurosurgery and from 1.9% to 17.5% in JNS. Only 28% of the author count variation was explained by an increasing number of institutional or departmental affiliations.

CONCLUSIONS

Author counts for peer-reviewed articles in neurosurgical academic journals have increased significantly during the past 4 decades, with large increases in the numbers of articles with more than 10 authors in the past 5 years. A total of 28% of the variation in this increase can be explained by an increase in multiinstitutional or multidepartmental studies.
Contribution of postoperative vertebral remodeling to reversal of vertebral wedging and prevention of correction loss in patients with adolescent Scheuermann’s kyphosis
Authors: Wang Sinian , Xu Liang , Wang Muyi , Qiu Yong , Zhu Zezhang , Wang Bin , Sun Xu
Published: August 2021

OBJECTIVE

This study aimed to investigate reversal of vertebral wedging and to evaluate the contribution of vertebral remodeling to correction maintenance in patients with adolescent Scheuermann’s kyphosis (SK) after posterior-only instrumented correction.

METHODS

A retrospective cohort study of patients with SK was performed. In total, 45 SK patients aged 10–20 years at surgery were included. All patients received at least 24 months of follow-up and had Risser sign greater than grade 4 at latest follow-up. Patients with Risser grade 3 or less at surgery were assigned to the low-Risser group, whereas those with Risser grade 4 or 5 were assigned to the high-Risser group. Radiographic data and patient-reported outcomes were collected preoperatively, immediately postoperatively, and at latest follow-up and compared between the two groups.

RESULTS

Remarkable postoperative correction of global kyphosis was observed, with similar correction rates between the two groups (p = 0.380). However, correction loss was slightly but significantly less in the low-Risser group during follow-up (p < 0.001). The ratio between anterior vertebral body height (AVBH) and posterior vertebral body height (PVBH) of deformed vertebrae notably increased in SK patients from postoperation to latest follow-up (p < 0.05). Loss of correction of global kyphosis was significantly and negatively correlated with increased AVBH/PVBH ratio. Compared with the high-Risser group, the low-Risser group had significantly greater increase in AVBH/PVBH ratio during follow-up (p < 0.05). The two groups had similar preoperative and postoperative Scoliosis Research Society–22 questionnaire scores for all domains.

CONCLUSIONS

Obvious reversal in wedge deformation of vertebrae was observed in adolescent SK patients. Patients with substantial growth potential had greater vertebral remodeling and less correction loss. Structural remodeling of vertebral bodies has a positive effect and protects against correction loss. These results could be help guide treatment decision-making.
Strengthening STI treatment and HIV/AIDS prevention services in Carletonville, South Africa
Authors: Ndhlovu Lewis , Searle Catherine , van Dam Johannes
Published: August 2021

Although knowledge about HIV/AIDS is widespread in South Africa, adult HIV prevalence is high, indicating high levels of risky sexual behavior. Understanding the gap between knowledge and behavior requires an examination of the social context in which the epidemic occurs. The Horizons Program conducted an intervention study in the Carletonville area to study the social determinants of the HIV epidemic and to assess the impact of a targeted program of HIV and STI prevention and service delivery. In 1998, the Mothusimpilo (“Working together for health”) Intervention Project (MIP) was launched to reduce community prevalence of HIV and other STIs and to sustain those reductions through enhanced prevention and STI treatment services. Carletonville includes many migrant mine workers and is characterized by significant poverty and unemployment, the presence of sex work, and high rates of STIs. MIP targets population groups where high-risk sexual behavior is thought to be common. This brief focuses on sex workers because of their vulnerability to STIs and HIV infection and their link to miners and men in the broader community.
Selected DHS data on 10–14-year-olds: Pakistan
Authors:   Population Council
Published: August 2021

Annex to "Facts about adolescents from the Demographic and Health Survey—Statistical tables for program planning"
Selected DHS data on 10–14-year-olds: Senegal
Authors:   Population Council
Published: August 2021

Annex to "Facts about adolescents from the Demographic and Health Survey—Statistical tables for program planning"
Selected DHS data on 10–14-year-olds: Turkey
Authors:   Population Council
Published: August 2021

Annex to "Facts about adolescents from the Demographic and Health Survey—Statistical tables for program planning"
Selected DHS data on 10–14-year-olds: Zambia
Authors:   Population Council
Published: August 2021

Annex to "Facts about adolescents from the Demographic and Health Survey—Statistical tables for program planning"
Guía de Esperanza del Programa Abriendo Oportunidades
Authors:   Population Council
Published: August 2021

This is one of many guides produced under the Abriendo Oportunidades program. You may find others by entering the search terms “Abriendo Oportunidades” and “Guide/Toolkit” in Advanced Search.
The business case for social and behavior change for malaria with applications for Côte d’Ivoire and Tanzania
Authors:   Breakthrough RESEARCH
Published: August 2021

While social and behavior change (SBC) investments are considered critical to improving health-seeking behaviors, gaps in information on the costs and impacts of SBC interventions have resulted in an incomplete picture of the value of SBC interventions, their contributions to social and health outcomes, and potential cost savings from implementing SBC programming. To address these gaps, the US President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI) tasked Breakthrough RESEARCH with creating a business case for SBC in malaria. This document summarizes the findings from this activity, including a synthesis of SBC effectiveness and cost literature and cost-effectiveness modeling applications for Tanzania and Côte d’Ivoire.
Misoprostol: An emerging technology for women's health—Report of a seminar
Authors: Shannon Caitlin S. , Winikoff Beverly
Published: August 2021

On May 7–8, 2001, the Population Council and the Center for Reproductive Health Research & Policy of the University of California, San Francisco, convened a technical seminar in New York City on the use of misoprostol for women’s health indications. The seminar was designed to provide a forum for researchers, providers, women’s health advocates, and educators to exchange information with the goal of advancing the potential of misoprostol to improve women’s health. Participants discussed the state of the art in research, examined current clinical use of misoprostol, and created strategies for the future. The first day focused on scientific and clinical aspects of misoprostol use. The second day’s discussion centered on the future of misoprostol for women’s health, including identifying priorities for research and the role of provider groups and women’s health and advocacy organizations in helping to ensure misoprostol’s continued, appropriate use. At the end of each session, the group had an opportunity to share ideas and discuss unanswered questions. This report covers the key issues raised by each speaker and highlights general areas of discussion among participants.
Understanding induced abortion: Findings from a programme of research in Rajasthan, India
Authors:   Population Council
Published: August 2021

In India, abortion has been legal for over 30 years, following the enactment of the Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP) Act in 1971. While the MTP Act permits abortion for a broad range of social and medical reasons, it also includes provisions regarding delivery of services that have proved to constrain access to safe and legal abortion for the great majority of women in India. Due in part to these constraints, up to 90 percent of the six million induced abortions estimated to occur annually in India are illegal—provided in uncertified settings and/or by uncertified providers. Many are unsafe and result in significant morbidity and mortality. The situation is particularly poor in the less-developed states of north India, including Rajasthan. Thus, Rajasthan is among the states in India where increased access to safe abortion services is most needed. The Population Council, in partnership with the Centre for Operations Research and Training and Ibtada, undertook a program of research on unwanted pregnancy and induced abortion in six districts of Rajasthan. The program aimed to provide comprehensive data on abortion to guide future programs and policies. Findings from three studies conducted from 2001 to 2002 are detailed in this brief.
Perceptions of community pharmacists, patent and proprietary medicine vendors, and their clients regarding quality of family planning services: The IntegratE Project
Authors:   The IntegratE Project
Published: August 2021

The IntegratE Project is a four-year initiative (2017–21) implemented by the Population Council and partners that seeks to increase access to contraceptive methods by involving the private sector (community pharmacists [CPs] and patent and proprietary medicine vendors [PPMVs]) in family planning (FP) service delivery in Lagos and Kaduna States, Nigeria. The project aims to establish a regulatory system with the Pharmacists Council of Nigeria to ensure that CPs and PPMVs provide quality FP services, comply with FP regulations, and report service statistics to the Health Information Management System (HMIS). To achieve this, the project is implementing: a pilot three-tiered accreditation system for PPMVs; a supervisory model to ensure standard drug-stocking practices; building the capacity of CPs and PPMVs to provide a wider range of FP services and data report to the HMIS. This brief focuses on quality of care received by women voluntarily seeking FP services from CPs and PPMVs. CPs and PPMVs and their clients appear to be satisfied with the FP services offered by CPs and PPMVs; on-going learning opportunities, and a supportive supervision system that is properly coordinated should be sufficient to maintain the quality of services offered by CPs and PPMVs.
Pengaruh Karakteristik Pekerjaan dan Motivasi Kerja Terhadap Kepuasan Kerja dan Kinerja Pegawai Negeri Sipil
Authors: Fibrianti Emy , Ilmi Zainal , Warsilan Warsilan
Published: August 2021

This study aims to analyze and find out several factors that can affect job satisfaction and employee performance, variables used in this study are job characteristics, work motivation, job satisfaction, and employee performance, The sample in this study were employees found in the Samarinda Research and Industrial Standardization Center with a total sample of 49 respondents with the data collection method used to distribute questionnaires. Researchers use SPSS as a tool for processing existing data. The results showed that the variable job characteristics have a positive and significant effect both on the variable of job satisfaction and on employee performance variables, work motivation variables have a positive and significant effect on job satisfaction but do not have a positive and significant effect on employee performance, and for job satisfaction variables has a positive and significant effect on employee performance.

Keywords: job characteristics, motivation, job satisfaction, performance
Kontribusi Kualitas Layanan Ritel di Toko Basmalah Kasiyan Kecamatan Puger dan Pengaruhnya Terhadap Keputusan Pembelian Konsumen
Authors: Robustin Tri Palupi
Published: August 2021

This study aims to determine the partial effect of physical aspects, reliability, personal interaction, problem solving, policies on purchasing decisions at Kasiyan Basmalah Store and to determine the simultaneous effect of physical aspects, reliability, personal interaction, problem solving, policies on purchasing decisions at Kasiyan Basmalah Store. The population of this study are consumers who buy at the Basmallah Kasiyan Shop, Puger District. The sampling technique used was non-probability sampling, namely Accidental sampling. The analysis used in this study is a multivariate analysis, namely multiple linear regression analysis. The results prove that the physical aspects, reliability, personal interaction, and problem solving have a significant effect on product purchasing decisions and there is no policy influence on purchasing decisions at Kasiyan Basmalah Store.Keywords: purchasing decisions, physical aspects, reliability, personal interaction