bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Analysis and Design of Information Systems for Control of Raw Materials in UD. YRS Alumunium Work Using EOQ Method
Authors: Assaji Assaji , Arijanto Rudy
Published: May 2021

In the current era of globalization, information technology and information systems are developing very fast. YRS Alumunium Work is a furniture company that manufactures cupboards, stove racks, sinks, and especially for storage of household items. The problems currently being faced by businesses, among others; (a) recording still using stationery and books or still using manual recording methods, (b) ineffective stock checking, (c) sudden out of stock, to solve the problem it is proposed to make a system using the web that can be integrated into stock by a calculation method. With UML scenario depiction (activity diagrams, usecase diagrams, class diagrams, sequence diagrams). To check the inventory of goods easily done effectively, know the minimum amount of stock, and must place an order again using the EOQ (Economic Order Quantity) method. By using the eoq method, it takes into account that for bolts to get an economical amount of inventory as much as 522.01 with a safety stock of 21 will place an order again when the stock becomes 50 and the total inventory cost is 110 458.4418.
Mesjańska perspektywa opowiadań Irit Amiel
Authors: Regiewicz Adam
Published: May 2021

Irit Amiel jest izraelską pisarką, która po niemal pięćdziesięciu latach milczenia od ocalenia z Holocaustu zabiera głos w sprawie Shoah. Jej tom opowiadań Osmaleni jest zbiorem piętnastu portretów, w których autorka za pomocą powściągliwych i skromnych narracji przedstawia losy ocalonych z Zagłady. Dotychczas w lekturze tekstów poświęconych Holokaustowi marginalizowano obecność tradycji biblijnej, która konstytuuje tożsamość każdego Żyda. Artykuł jest próbą przeczytania opowiadań w perspektywie mesjańskiej, która wyrasta z ducha postsekularyzmu. Za jej pomocą można dokonać lektury archetypicznej narracji Izraela o Wyjściu, na której fundamencie zbudowana jest żydowska tożsamość. Jak dowodzi tego sama Amiel, nie można jej uniknąć, mówiąc o doświadczeniu Szoa.
Nekuja
Authors: Jarosz Krzysztof
Published: May 2021

Wychodząc od wizyty w maju 2019 roku maurytyjskiej pisarki Anandy Devi w Muzeum Auschwitz-Birkenau, autor artykułu ukazuje emocje bezpośrednio towarzyszące zwiedzaniu tego upamiętniającego masową zagładę miejsca, w pełni uzewnętrznione w literackim pokłosiu, na które składa się nowela Wzgórza pomyślana jako swoista nekuja – przywołanie, a w istocie stworzenie postaci typowych ofiar Auschwitz, ale przecież również wklejony do niewydanej jeszcze powieści o tematyce zupełnie niezwiązanej z Polską zjadliwy fragment o zjawisku, które pisarka odbiera jako nekroturystykę. Spoglądając na Holokaust z punktu widzenia swojej ojczyzny, dla której najbardziej znanym punktem odniesienia jest RPA, Ananda Devi rozszerza swoją wizję przemocy także na zjawisko apartheidu, masowych komunistycznych zbrodni w ChRL i na krwawy konflikt żydowsko-arabski na terytorium należącym obecnie do Państwa Izrael. Te rozważania pisarki wpisują się w szerszy nurt refleksji, którego ostatnim literackim przejawem jest trójjęzyczny poemat Ceux du large o tragicznym losie imigrantów usiłujących przedostać się morzem do Europy Południowej.
(Nie)poetyckie materie – o „lęku produkcji” w polskiej poezji nowoczesnej (Leśmian – Peiper i Przyboś – Różewicz)
Authors: Józefowicz Łukasz
Published: May 2021

Celem szkicu jest rozpatrzenie twórczości klasyków polskiej poezji nowoczesnej pod kątem studiów nad męskością, które Calvin Thomas rozwija w pracy Male Matters. Artykuł przybliża sylwetkę i twórczość krytyczną Thomasa, wskazując, iż zaproponowany przezeń koncept „lęku produkcji” wyróżnia się na tle innych studiów nad męskością ze względu na swoją szczególną użyteczność dla badań literackich. Przedmiotem zainteresowania Thomasa jest ambiwalentny związek między męską tożsamością i aktem pisania, który nieuchronnie wiąże się zawstydzającym uzewnętrznieniem się (a nawet feminizacją) w znakach i uzależnia twórcę od odpychającej materii jego własnego wytworu. W artykule autor przygląda się różnym postawom, jakie polscy poeci nowocześni przyjmują wobec niezbywalnie cielesnego wymiaru procesu twórczego, który w ich wyobraźni przybiera postać niedającego się opanować wytrysku, poniżającego aktu wydalania i bolesnego rodzenia wiersza.
Severe Menorrhagia and Thrombocytopenia in a Patient with Pseudohypoparathyroidism
Authors: Suh Lily
Published: May 2021

A 15-year-old female with a history of hypothyroidism presented with severe anemia and thrombocytopenia in the setting of prolonged menses. After further evaluation, she was diagnosed with pseudohypoparathyroidism Ia (PHPIa). Her symptoms improved after starting medications and receiving a platelet transfusion, but a few weeks later she returned with complaints of bleeding and dizziness and was found to be thrombocytopenic once again. Her platelet counts improved after administration of intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG), leading us to believe she has a combined immune mediated platelet destruction in addition to platelet dysfunction associated with her PHPIa.
Nutraceutical Potential of pumpkin (Cucurbita sp.) powder, seed, extracts, and oil on diabetes; Mini Review
Authors: Srivastava Neena
Published: May 2021

Diabetes has become a global pandemic which imparts a financial burden on the patients as well as on healthcare system. Researches all over the world have shown that more than 200 plants, possess antidiabetic properties. Members of cucurbit family are the most important one. Experimental studies in animal and human models have depicted the hypoglycemic effect of cucurbit family. These studies also stated that cucurbit promote regeneration of beta-cells of pancreas. The selected pumpkin (Cucurbitaceous) seeds were also shown to contain globulins with significant anti hyperglycaemic activity. Administering pumpkin seed powder and seed oil can reduce the side effects of diabetes; improve insulin levels and diabetic’s health status. Pumpkin seeds are generally regarded as waste, recently gained significant attention due to their nutritional value and health benefits. Due to the emerging different active components with nutraceutical properties of pumpkin (Cucurbita sp.) powder, seed, extracts, and oil. The aim of this analysis is to recognize the nutraceutical potential of pumpkin (Cucurbita sp.) seed powder, extracts, and oil on diabetic patients. The component of pumpkin seed is easily available, palatable and cost-effective therapy.
Sex hormones as an emerging weapon to combat COVID-19
Authors: Mukherjee Dattatreya
Published: May 2021

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) started as an epidemic in Wuhan in 2019 and was declared pandemic by WHO in March 2020. The virus has been identified and named as severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). This novel coronavirus strain is the causative agent of COVID-19, and continues to rapidly spread worldwide. SARS-CoV-2 is a highly pathogenic and transmissible coronavirus that spreads through respiratory droplets and unprotected close contact. “COVID‑19 outbreak, which has caused >95 million confirmed infections and >2 million coronavirus related deaths, is one of the most disastrous worldwide crises in recent years. Several methods have been used to examine SARS-CoV-2 infections.” i.e. RT-qPCR for viral RNA detection, and rapid screening procedures for antibody or virus detection. COVID-19 shows an incubation period of 3–7 days globally. Approximately 80% of the cases remain mild or asymptomatic, 15% are severe and 5% infectious cases turn to critical, requiring ventilation [2]. Several clinical trials have been proposed for its treatment and management with supportive aim of mortality reduction [1]. By glancing a view on fig 1, it can be evidently seen that COVID-19 cases have started to rise significantly since last few months. Furthermore, as per World Health Organization (WHO), there have been 131,020,967 confirmed cases of COVID-19 at a global level recently.
Pengaruh Latihan Fisik Terhadap Peningkatan Vo2Max Pemain Futsal STKIP BBG Banda Aceh
Authors: Munzir  , Irfandi  , Rahmat Zikrur
Published: May 2021

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh fisik terhadap vo2max pada atlit futsal yang berjumlah samplenya adalah 8 orang .Tehnik pengambilan sample di lakukan dengan cara total sampling.tehnik pengumpulan data yang di gunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah sebagai berikut :(1) latihan di lakukan dengan cara melakukan  program yang evektif sejauh 2 km sampai dengan 5 km dengan tes awalannnya menggunakan vo2max pada atlit futsal Sekolah Tinggi Keguruan Dan Ilmu Pendidikan Bina Bangsa Getsempena Banda Aceh.Hasil penelitian yang di proleh adalah terdapat pengaruh signifikan latihan fisik terhadap vo2max pada atlit futsal Sekolah Tinggi Keguruan Dan Ilmu Pendidikan Bina Bangsa Getsempena Banda Aceh  dengan nilai rata-rata Hasil analisis diatas, diperoleh nilai T-hitung dari  Vo2 Max  terhadap  Vo2 Max  sebesar 3,33, sedangkan T-tabel dengan derajat kebebasan 8-2 (dk =6) pada taraf signifikasi α = 0,05 adalah sebesar 1,943. Hal ini berati nilai T-hitung lebih besar dari nilai T-tabel. Dengan demikian dapat disimpulkan bahwa  terdapat Pengaruh yang signifikan antara Vo2Max  terhadap Vo2 Max  pada Pemain Futsal  Sekolah Tinngi Keguruan Dan Ilmu Pendidikaan  Bina Bangsa Getsempena Banda Aceh.
Implementasi Sistem Informasi Sekolah Berbasis WEB pada Muhammadiyah Boarding Lab School (MBLS) Kecamatan Setu Kabupaten Tambun
Authors: Atika Prima Dina , Kusmara Hadi , Sugiyatno  , Mukhlis
Published: May 2021

Teknologi Informasi membantu penyampaian informasi dalam bentuk visual baik secara elektonik maupun non elektronik (media cetak) yang di dalamnya mempunyai arti penyempurnaan pesan untuk dipublikasikan. media penyampaian sebuah pesan kepada peserta didik.

Muhammadiyah Boarding Lab School adalah lembaga pendidikan sekaligus sebagai pesantren Ma’had Tahfizul Qur’an yang dibawah naungan Pempinan Daerah Kabupaten Bekasi sehingga untuk mempermudah penyampain informasi kepada wali santri yang saat ini mukim di pesantren Muhammadiyah  pada tahap awal perlu dibuatkan WEB untuk keperluan diatas, selain itu untuk mempercepat. Adapun pembuatan media informasi selama ini untuk menyampaikan kepada wali santri sering terkendala karena sumber daya manusia (SDM), sehingga wali santri kurang dapat mengikuti perkembangan santri.  Menjawab permasalahan tersebut  maka dibuat Sistem Informasi WEB Sekolah.

Kata kunci—Web; Pelatihan
The Law as Presented in the Polish Renditions of William Shakespeare’s "The Winter’s Tale"
Authors: Jaworska-Biskup Katarzyna
Published: May 2021

This paper addresses the topic of the law and legal vocabulary in William Shakespeare’s The Winter’s Tale and its Polish translations. Focus has been directed towards the trial scene of Hermione, one of the major characters of this play. By comparing the Polish renditions of the scene against the English original, the article attempts to present how Polish translators have reflected on the law as presented by Shakespeare and whether they have managed to recreate the law-embedded images and reconstruct the legal language of the source text in the target culture.
Vaginal Leiomyoma: A Case Report
Authors: Shah Miki , Saha Rachana , KC Niranjan
Published: May 2021

Leiomyomas are common benign tumors of the uterus, affecting 20-30% of women of reproductive age group. But vaginal leiomyomas remain an uncommon entity with only about 300 reported cases. The first case was described in 1733. Only a few cases have been reported in Nepal to date. Tumors are thought to arise from Mullerian smooth muscle cells in the sub-epithelium of the vagina. Vaginal leiomyomas are usually situated in the anterior vaginal wall. Here, we report a case of a 48-year old multipara who presented the outpatient department with the ultrasonographic report showing multiple uterine fibroids but was asymptomatic. A physical examination showed a mass in the right vaginal wall. Pervaginal removal of the tumor was performed and subsequent histopathology revealed a vaginal leiomyoma. Removal of the tumor by the vaginal route, wherever possible, with the subsequent histopathological examination, appears to be the optimum management plan.
Implementasi Sensor Water Level Dalam Sistem Pengatur Debit Air Di Pesawahan
Authors: Kusumadiarti Rini Suwartika , Qodawi Hadro
Published: May 2021

Abstract   – he very rapid development of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has an impact on all human activities today. The number of assistive media created by technology in agriculture has begun to emerge, apart from facilitating human work, the creation of these tools is considered to be able to shorten time and make harvests easier and faster. Many problems arise from farmers, especially in the problem of managing the waters for rice fields, one of which is when water does not flow from the springs, causing the rice fields to dry up and make rice and other plants die. The need for a technological innovation that functions as a water flow control system in rice field using a water level sensor that is applied with electronic programs and components, namely Arduino, is considered to be more effective, so that the irrigation system in paddy fields can be controlled and help solve the difficulties that occur.Keywords  : water Level Sensor, ArduinoAbstrak- Perkembangan Teknologi Informasi dan Komunikasi (TIK) yang sangat pesat memberikan pengaruh terhadap segala aktivitas manusia saat ini . Banyaknya media alat bantu yang tercipta dari teknologi dalm bidang pertanian mulai bermunculan, selain mempermudah pekerjaan manusia, terciptanya alat tersebut dianggap dapat mempersingkat waktu dan membuat hasil panen lebih mudah dan lebih cepat. Banyak permasalahan yang muncul dari para petani, khususnya dalam permasalah pengurusan perairan untuk pesawahan salah satunya adalah ketika air tidak mengalir dari mata air sehingga menyebabkan pesawahan akan mengering dan membuat tumbuhan padi dan tumbuhan lainnya akan mati. Perlunya sebuah inovasi teknologi yang berfungsi sebagai sistem pengatur debit air di sawahan menggunakan sensor water level yang di aplikasi dengan program dan  komponen elektronika yaitu arduino dianggap akan lebih efektif, sehingga sistem pengairan di pesawahan dapat di control serta membantu menyelesaikan kesulitan yang terjadi. Kata Kunci : sensor water level , Arduino
COMPARATIVE PLANKTON DYNAMICS IN ARABIAN GULF AND SEA OF OMAN AT OPPOSITE SIDES OF THE STRAIT OF HORMUZ
Authors: Hamza Waleed , Al Junaibi Muzna , Piontkovski Sergey , Al Hashmi Khaled
Published: May 2021

Phytoplankton and zooplankton monthly samples collected from the coastal water stations, located in Ras Al Khaima Emirate (United Arab Emirates) and Sohar governorate (Sultanate of Oman), during 2018-2019, have shown great variations, not only in their community structures, but also in their species abundances. Plankton samples were collected via vertical hauls from 6 m depth to the surface at Ras Al Khaima, while in Sohar, samples were collected from 20 m depth to the surface. The sample analyses revealed the dominance of diatoms during the warmer months at both sample sites, with an increase of dinoflagellates during the colder months, especially at Sohar. The abundances of certain species at each site, could not be explained by the grazing of zooplankton (dominated by calanoid copepods) on species-specific populations of phytoplankton, nor by seasonal temperature variations. The hydrological regime at the Strait of Hormuz, separating the two sample sites, as well as the differences in morphometric features and other environmental parameters, could account for the ecological differentiation in planktonic successions at both locations.
INFLUENCE OF TREE SPECIES MIXTURE TO REDUCE WIND DAMAGES IN BIRCH STANDS
Authors: Jansone Baiba , Dubrovskis Edgars , Sisenis Linards
Published: May 2021

Climate change is linked to increase in frequency and/or severity of different damages in forest stands. Birch (Betula spp.) stands can be significantly affected by wind and snow (freezing rain). Aim of our study was to assess, if admixture of other tree species reduces the proportion of damaged trees in birch stands. Data from total of 836 sample plots (size 500m2) in birch stands at the age of up to 81 year were analysed. Among the mixed sands (MS) and pure stands (PS >80% of single tree species), the mean proportion (± confidence interval) of damage was assessed from the total number (TN) and basal area (BA) of overstory (first layer) trees. MS were further assessed in two groups – one or more species in admixture (MS+1 and MS+2). The proportion of mixed birch stands was increasing with age: from average of 21% at the age of up to 20 years to 64% at the age of 61-70 years, most likely do to difference in historical management. In period between the 1950th and 1990th, birch was considered as undesirable species and the older stands formed mainly due to low survival of coniferous trees and natural ingrowth of birch, whereas starting from the 1990th birch was more widely recognized and used as target species. Proportion of undamaged birch trees (both, when assessed as TN or BA) was not significantly different between MS and PS. Also presence of second layer trees did not affect the proportion of damaged overstory trees significantly. There were significant differences among the groups of mixed stands: more wind or snow damaged trees were found in certain age groups in stands with more than one admixture species present. Creating a mixed birch stands in comparison to pure stands of the same tree species may not result in lower frequency of damaged trees, thus this approach cannot be automatically recommended as a tool for adaptation to climate change
SOCIO-ECONOMIC AND ENVIRONMENTAL VULNERABILITY TO HEAT-RELATED PHENOMENA IN DOBROGEA. ROMANIA
Authors: Mocanu Irena , Mitrică Bianca , Dumitrașcu Monica , Damian Nicoleta , Persu Mihaela , Dumitrică Cristina
Published: May 2021

The effects of extreme climate phenomena (mainly heat-related) on agricultural crops, infrastructure and human health have become increasingly severe, varying between regions in response to the differences in the socio-economic and environmental features. In Romania, heat-related phenomena (i.e. drought) are affecting extended areas in the southern and south-eastern parts where the study area (Dobrogea) lies. The paper aims to develop a multi-criteria vulnerability assessment. Over 20 indicators were selected and processed in order to assess the vulnerability to heat-related phenomena using the statistical data available at local administrative units (LAU). The indicators were grouped into the three key components of vulnerability (potential exposure, sensitivity and adaptive capacity) and on two dimensions (socio-economic and environmental), resulting two indexes: Socio-Economic Vulnerability (SEV) and Environmental Vulnerability (EV). Finally, an integrated Heat Vulnerability index (HV) (using Hull score, average 50 and standard deviation 14) was computed.
ECONOMIC ANALYSIS OF QUARRY SURVEYING
Authors: Pukite Vivita , Celmina Vita , Jankauskiene Dainora
Published: May 2021

There are several surveying methods whose practical function is to determine the areas of land, distances, heights, the amount of earthwork, and to produce reduced images of the earth's surface. The research looks at how geodetic and remote sensing methods can be used, and the results they provide in quarry surveying. The most important in quarry surveying is to get an accurate land surface for calculation of the volume of mineral resources. After quarries surveying, it is possible to calculate the amount of remaining mineral resources. Within the framework of the research, were performed surveying in quarries with geodetic surveying and remote sensing methods. For geodetic surveying was used GNSS receiver and a robotic total station, but from remote sensing methods were used aerial photography and aerial laser scanning. The most important reason why it is important to get an accurate surface and make an accurate volume calculation in quarry surveying is the economic factor. The economic analysis was carried out using a comparison method based on volume, market price and natural resources tax. The research presents the advantages and disadvantages of each surveying method and explains the results obtained, based on economic calculations. The main conclusion is that the accuracy of the preparation of land surface relief models is based mainly on economic calculations because mineral resources are a commodity that is bought and sold for which tax is payable.
TECHNICAL-ECONOMIC MANAGEMENT ELEMENTS SPECIFIC TO ECO-COMMERCE
Authors: Labes (CRACIUN) Diana Cristina , Ioana Adrian , Solea Roxana Marina , Tufeanu Daniela , Stefan Trandafir Paul
Published: May 2021

The article has as a starting point the definition of the notion of commerce in its two senses: economic sense and legal sense. We also defined the notion of eco-commerce as "the presentation and sale of organic products, under prescribed ecological conditions", according to European regulations. Also, in the article we present original elements of technical-economic management specific to eco-commerce. We present and analyze the correlations between the "4 P" of the marketing mix (production, price, promotion, placement) and the technological elements. Based on an original correlation scheme, we have designed and analyzed 7 levels of such correlations, of which we notice: the biunivocal correlation Product (P1) - Promoting (P2) is based on assuring the quality of the product, The level of technological optimization is directly correlated with the product’s quality. In the article we also present an original model of economic analysis. This model has as its starting point 3 categories of subjects: Intern performers, Joint performers and External performers. Information (including conclusions) of economic analysis conducted can be passed to the three distinct pathways: Domestic Customers → Direct (Official) → Company (trader); Indirect (unofficial) → Company (trader); External Customers (with respect ownership) → Indirect Competition (banks) → Company (trader).
PRODUCTION OF DOMESTIC HOT WATER IN A SUSTAINABLE WAY BY USING A COMBINED SOLAR - TLUD SYSTEM
Authors: Radoi Radu , Pavel Ioan , Cristescu Corneliu , Dumitrescu Liliana
Published: May 2021

Fossil fuels are an exhaustible resource on Earth, and their use pollutes the environment massively. The population of the planet has grown a lot, and for the production of domestic hot water, to ensure a decent standard of living, it is necessary to consume increasing quantities of fossil fuels. The very high level of greenhouse gases released into the atmosphere leads to an increase in average of annual temperature and climate change. Climate change is manifested by the melting of the ice caps, which has the consequence of increasing the level of the seas and oceans. Climate change also leads to extreme weather events such as floods, heat waves or the appearance of arid areas. Risks to human health have increased through deaths caused by heat or by changing the way some diseases are spread. Risks also exist for flora and wildlife due to rapid climate change.Many species of animals migrate, and other species of animals and plants are likely to disappear. Climate change also leads to costs for society and the economy due to damage to property and infrastructure, which have been more than 90 billion euros in the last 30 years, just because of the floods. In order to reduce the effects of environmental pollution, ecological energy production solutions need to be expanded. The article presents the creation of an experimental stand of a Solar - TLUD stove combined system for the production of domestic hot water in a sustainable way. TLUD is the acronym for "Top-Lit UpDraft". The advantage of the combined heat system is that it can provide thermal energy both during the day and at night. If the atmospheric conditions are unfavorable (clouds, fog) and do not allow the water to be heated only with the solar panel, TLUD gas stove can be used to supplement the energy. The TLUD stove has low Carbon Monoxide (CO) and Particulate Matter (PM) emissions. After gasification, about 10% of the carbon contained in the biomass is thermally stabilized and can be used as a "biochar" in agriculture or it can be burnt completely, resulting in very little ash. The stand is composed of a solar thermal panel, a TLUD stove, a boiler for hot water storage and an automation system with circulation pumps and temperature sensors. To record the experimental results, a data acquisition board was used, with which data were recorded from a series of temperature and flow transducers located in the installation. Experimental results include diagrams for temperature variation, available energy and heat accumulated in the boiler. Keywords: combined thermal system, TLUD stove, domestic hot water, solar thermal panel, data aquisition system
Potential Virus Involvement in Alzheimer’s Disease: Results from a Phase IIa Trial Evaluating Apovir, an Antiviral Drug Combination
Authors: Lindblom Nina , Lindquist Lars , Westman Jacob , Åström Mikael , Bullock Roger , Hendrix Suzanne , Wahlund Lars-Olof
Published: May 2021

Background:

Accumulating data suggest infectious agents are involved in Alzheimer’s disease (AD). The two primary aims of this trial were to assess safety and efficacy of an antiviral drug combination on AD progression.

Objective:

The trial evaluated whether Apovir, a combination of two antiviral agents, pleconaril (active on enteroviruses) and ribavirin (active on several viruses), could slow AD progression.

Methods:

Sixty-nine patients 60–85 years were treated with Apovir or placebo for 9 months and followed until 12 months after end of treatment. Cognitive tests, safety, biomarkers, drug plasma, and cerebrospinal fluid concentrations were assessed.

Results:

The tolerability of Apovir was compromised as demonstrated by the large drop-out rate and increased frequency and severity of adverse events. The primary endpoint, demonstrating a difference in change from baseline to 9 months between groups in ADAS-cog total score, was not met ( p = 0.1809). However, there were observations indicating potential effects on both ADAS-cog and CDR-SB but these effects need to be verified. Also, there was a decrease in cerebrospinal fluid amyloid-β in Apovir at 9 months ( p = 0.0330) but no change in placebo.

Conclusion:

This was the first randomized, placebo controlled clinical trial exploring antiviral treatment on AD progression. The trial is considered inconclusive due to the large drop-out rate. New trials are needed to verify if the indications of effect observed can be confirmed and which component(s) in Apovir contributed to such effects. Pleconaril alone may be studied to improve the tolerability and to verify if enterovirus is involved in the disease process.
Neuromuscular impairment after high-intensity running and vertical jump exercise protocols
Authors: Dal Pupo Juliano , Kons Rafael L. , Gheller Rodrigo G. , Costa Filipe E. , Vecchia Lucas Dalla , Detanico Daniele
Published: May 2021

BACKGROUND:

Repetitive stretch-shortening cycle exercises generate high rates of mechanical work and consequently induce substantial muscular fatigue related to delayed neuromuscular functions.

OBJECTIVE:

To investigate the neuromuscular impairment after high-intensity exercise protocols involving different gravity loads in stretch-shortening cycle – running (RUN) and vertical jumps (VJ).

METHODS:

Twenty-two healthy men, divided into two groups, VJ and RUN participated in this study. The individuals performed a training session involving six bouts of 30 s of VJ or RUN. The isokinetic PM (PM) of the knee extensors and flexor muscles, rate of perceived exertion and delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) were evaluated at pre, post, 24 h and 48 h post-training.

RESULTS:

The concentric and eccentric PM of the extensor in the RUN group was reduced until 24 h, while in the VJ a decrement was observed until 48 h. Following running, the PM of the flexors decreased until 48 h, while for VJ there was an eccentric PM decrement at 48 h. The DOMS increased at the anterior thigh and only after VJ training for 48 h.

CONCLUSION:

Acute and delayed neuromuscular impairment may be observed after both exercise regimens, but high-intensity training using vertical jumps seems to induce a more pronounced impairment than running.
No association between dynamic trunk flexion strength and throwing velocity in elite women handball players
Authors: Tomasa Tommy , Østerås Sindre , McGhie David
Published: May 2021

BACKGROUND:

The relationship between strength and throwing velocity is much investigated in handball, but core strength is largely ignored. Only four studies have investigated the effect of core training on handball throwing velocity, reporting conflicting results in amateur players. However, lack of specificity and deficient technical execution of throwing in amateurs can obscure the results.

OBJECTIVE:

To examine the direct association between trunk flexion strength and throwing velocity in elite handball players, using women as a model.

METHODS:

Sixteen women players from an elite-level Norwegian handball team participated in the study. Strength in trunk flexion, shoulder extension, internal shoulder rotation, and forearm pronation was assessed using isokinetic dynamometer measurements (peak moment, total work, angular impulse). Throwing velocity in both the standing throw with run-up and the jump throw was determined from motion capture measurements. To account for arm strength, the association between trunk flexion strength and throwing velocity was examined using partial correlation analyses.

RESULTS:

No significant association was found between any measure of trunk flexion strength and throwing velocity for either throwing technique (explained variance [Formula: see text] 13.7%).

CONCLUSIONS:

The results indicate that isolated, dynamic trunk flexion strength is not a differentiating factor for handball throwing velocity in elite women players.
Hereditary Transthyretin Amyloidosis- Clinical and Genetic Characteristics of a Multiracial South-East Asian Cohort in Singapore
Authors: Chen Zhiyong , Koh Jasmine S. , Saini Monica , Tay Karine S.S. , Jayne Tan Yi , Chai Josiah Y.H. , Fam Su Rong , Juraidah A.R. , Lim Peck Kee , Ng Adeline S.L. , Prasad Kalpana , Tan Chai Beng , Umapathi T , Verma Kamal K. , Yong Ming Hui , Yu Chen , Ng Peng Soon
Published: May 2021

Background and aims:

Studies of hereditary transthyretin amyloidosis (ATTRv amyloidosis) in South-East Asia are underrepresented in the literature. We report the unique phenotypic and genetic characteristics of this disorder in a multiracial South-East Asian cohort.

Methods:

Patients with genetically proven ATTRv amyloidosis were identified over a 13-year period (2007–2020) at the National Neuroscience Institute, Singapore. Clinical, laboratory, genotypic and electrophysiological features were retrospectively reviewed.

Results:

29 patients comprising Chinese, Malay, Burmese, Vietnamese and Indonesians with ATTRv amyloidosis were identified. Somatic neuropathy was the most common initial presentation, followed by carpal tunnel syndrome, autonomic dysfunction and cardiac dysfunction. ATTR-A97S (p.Ala117Ser) was the most common variant found in 14 patients, constituting 66.7%of ethnic Chinese patients and 48.3%of the entire cohort. Five patients had early-onset disease (age < 50 years) with the following variants: ATTR-V30M (p.Val50Met), ATTR-G47A (p.Gly67Ala), ATTR-S50I (p.Ser70Ile) and ATTR-A97S (p.Ala117Ser); one patient with ATTR-A97S (p.Ala117Ser) had isolated unilateral carpal tunnel syndrome with amyloid deposits identified on histological examination of the transverse carpal ligament. All early-onset patients had a positive parental history; two patients, with ATTR-S50I (p.Ser70Ile) and ATTR-Ala97Ser (p.Ala117Ser) respectively, demonstrated anticipation with mother-to-daughter inheritance. Amongst the 24 patients with late-onset disease (age≥50 years), two patients had novel variants, ATTR-G66D (p.Glu86Asp) and ATTR-A81V (p.Ala101Val) that were confirmed to be pathogenic based on the histological identification of transthyretin amyloid. Other identified variants included ATTR-V30M (p.Val50Met), ATTR-R34T (p.Arg54Thr), ATTR-S50I (p.Ser70Ile), ATTR-H88R (p.His108Arg) and ATTR-A97S (p.Ala117Ser).

Conclusion:

Our study further expands the genotypic and phenotypic knowledge regarding ATTRv amyloidosis.
Convocatoria 2021 Concurso alumnos de la Cátedra Psicología de la Salud de la UFLO
Authors: Prozzillo Paola , Gómez Oscar R.
Published: May 2021

La Fundación MenteClara internacional y la Cátedra Psicología de la Salud de la Facultad de Psicología y Ciencias Sociales de la Universidad de Flores, Argentina, convocan nuevamente a  la participación de los estudiantes que se encuentran cursando la asignatura a producir artículos de revisión bibliográfica que contemplen en su desarrollo los constructos teóricos nucleares de incumbencia para la Psicología Positiva: bienestar subjetivo, envejecimiento activo, apoyo social, espiritualidad, optimismo, fluir, inteligencia emocional, florecimiento, felicidad, motivación, resiliencia, autoestima, autonomía, propósito en la vida, bienestar, estrategias de afrontamiento, prevención y promoción de la salud.
Oboedientia et pax
Authors: Redacción Consejo de
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Relaciones de la familia con la sociedad
Authors: Brugarola. S. J. Martín
Published: May 2021

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Conciencia profesional
Authors: Del Valle S. J. F.
Published: May 2021

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Literatura y Sociología
Authors: Elizalde S. J. Ignacio
Published: May 2021

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El Jefe Social
Authors: Del Valle S. J. F.
Published: May 2021

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Cine Social
Authors: De Nicolás, S. J. Juan Martín
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Instituciones sociales modernas:
Authors: Mas, S. J. M.
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II.-Crónica Internacional
Authors: Mas, S. J. M.
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Las normas éticas y las económicas a través de la escasez
Authors: Jiménez de Cisneros Bernal Miguel
Published: May 2021

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Un gran sociólogo: León Leal Ramos
Authors: Del Valle S. J. F.
Published: May 2021

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La formación obrera en Gran Bretaña
Authors: García-Nieto París S. J. Juan N.
Published: May 2021

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Instituciones sociales modernas:
Authors: Matías García S. I. A.
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II.-Crónica Internacional
Authors: Mas. M.
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Human resources development in Vietnam’s health sector
Authors: Pham Nam Ngoc
Published: May 2021

This paper addresses issues related to health, health care, human resources in the health sector, characteristics of human resources for health, the need to develop a health workforce, analyzing criteria for evaluating human resources for health in terms of both quantity and quality; the position and role of human resources in the health sector, the development of human resources in the health sector under the process of industrialization, modernization and socio-economic development of Vietnam in the current period, achievements and limitations in human resources development in Vietnam's health care sector. In addition, the study also highlights statistics, some works and reports on health, human resources for health, contents of health human resources development; allocation of health human resources, education and training of health human resources in the country and some developed countries such as India, China, and the situation of domestic and international health human resources to draw some recommendations for the development of health human resources in Vietnam afterwards.
Effectiveness of Tamarillo Skin Extract (Solanum betaceum Cav.) with Sealer Combination in Inhibiting Growth of Enterococcus faecalis
Authors: E.Y Siregar , Novelya  , Susanto C
Published: May 2021

Introduction : Caries is a growth medium for pathogenic micro-organisms an inflammatory process can occur which can cause damage to the tooth pulp. Enterococcus faecalis one of the Gram-positive facultative anaerobes which causes failure after endodontic treatment. In the field of dentistry, herbal ingredients can be used as alternative medicinal ingredients because the ingredients is tamarillo skin which contains flavonoids, terpenoids, saponins and phenol compounds. In addition to herbal alternatives, endodontic filling also uses ingredients that have antibacterial potential that can kill and prevent reproduction in the root canals, one of which is the zinc oxide eugenol sealer which is usually applied together with gutta percha. Research objective: to determine the effectiveness of the extract of tamarillo (Solanum betaccum Cav.) skin sealer combination in inhibiting the growth of Enterococcus faecalis. Method: The research was conducted in an experimental laboratory post test only control group design. Results : a sealer made from zinc oxide-eugenol had the largest diameter compared to the combination group of 100%, 75%, 50%, 25% tamarillo skin extract with sealer, and aquadest. Based on the One Way Anova test, there was a significant difference in the mean diameter of the inhibition zone (p <0.05) and the Post Hoc LSD analysis test showed that the sealer was the best group to kill the Enterococcus faecalis bacteria. Conclusion : sealers have a good effect on inhibiting Enterococcus faecalis bacteria as a cause of failure in endodontic treatment.
Measures of Student Engagement as Predictors of Grade Point Average (GPA) and Degree Completion at Andrews University
Authors:   , Milmine Michael
Published: May 2021

Purpose of the Study In a time of rising costs, social discourse questioning value of an undergraduate degree, and declining enrollment, institutions of higher education are under increasing pressure to provide stakeholders and potential students with measures of accountability and student success. These pressures renew the need to leverage student engagement data to understand what makes undergraduates successful in their academic programs. An understanding of student engagement factors is key to helping all students succeed, but especially to identifying areas that colleges and universities can devote their attention in order to improve their students’ likelihood of success. The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between student engagement and both academic performance and degree completion. Method The present study was designed as a secondary quantitative analysis of non-experimental descriptive data collected using survey methodology. The instrument, referred to as the NSSE, was used to gather information on students’ engagement with their coursework, peers, professors, and academic institution. The data was gathered from 375 first-year and senior undergraduate students attending Andrews University in 2013 and 2015. Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) was used to determine a statistical model to use student engagement variables to predict for student GPA scores. Discriminant Function Analysis (DFA) was used to determine which student engagement variables were best able to discriminate between students who would and those who would not complete their academic degree. Results Upon some revision, the SEM model for the first-year students predicted 19% of GPA and indicated that the most important predictors were Academic Challenge and Student-Faculty Interaction. Also, upon some revision, the SEM model for the senior students predicted 9% of GPA. This senior model indicated that the only significant predictor of GPA was Quality of Interactions. DFA for first-year students was statistically significant and predicted degree completion at a rate of 66.9%, with the best predictors (both positive) being Learning Strategies and Reflective & Integrative Learning. DFA for senior students was not statistically significant. Conclusions Engagement factors are important in predicting first-year student GPA and likelihood of degree completion. Engagement factors that predict GPA are different and weaker for senior students, and do not predict likelihood of degree completion. This study provides evidence for the increase of specific types of engagement to improve student success and graduation rates.
Prevalence and Gender Differences of Elder Abuse among Community-dwelling Older Adults in Tabriz, Iran
Authors:   Department of Health Education & Promotion, Faculty of Health, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran., Seutodan Hagh Habibeh , Rezaeipandari Hassan ,   Department of Health Education & Promotion, Faculty of Health, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran., Mousavi Saeed ,   Department of Statistics and Epidemiology, Faculty of Health, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran., Allahverdipour Hamid ,   Department of Health Education & Promotion, Faculty of Health, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran.
Published: May 2021

Objectives: Elder abuse is a phenomenon that has become more apparent with the increase in aging population, but there are insufficient evidences about the prevalence of elder abuse and gender differences in this area. Therefore, this study aims to investigate the prevalence of elder abuse and its gender differences among community-dwelling older adults in Tabriz, Iran. Methods & Materials: In this cross-sectional study, 414 older adults aged ≥60 years were recruited from health complexes and centers in Tabriz, Iran in 2018 by using random sampling method. Data collection tools were a demographic form and the Domestic Elder Abuse Questionnaire which were completed through interview. The collected data were analyzed in SPSS V. 22 software. Results: It was reported that 52.6% had experienced abuse by family members. Emotional neglect was the most common type of elder abuse (26.6%) followed by financial abuse (17.6%). Physical abuse was the least common type of elder abuse. Except for financial abuse, older women had experienced more abuse than older men. Of those who were abused, only 31.7% recognized it as elder abuse. Conclusion: Most of older adults experience emotional neglect and financial abuse from family members and perceive them as their normal behaviors. Older women experience more abuse than older men. It is necessary to prevent elder abuse and familiarize older adults with different types of elder abuse.
The Role of Health-promoting Lifestyle in Predicting Cognitive Status of Older Clergymen
Authors:   Department of Public Health, Social Determinant of Health Research Center, Faculty of Health, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran., Papi Shahab , Zanjari Nasibeh ,   Department of Gerontology, Iranian Research Center of Aging, University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Karimi Zeinab ,   Department of Health Education & Promotion, School of Public Health, Qom University of Medical Sciences, Qom, Iran., Motamedi Seied Vahid ,   Representative of the Supreme Leader Institution, University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Fadayevatan Reza ,   Department of Gerontology, Iranian Research Center of Aging, University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
Published: May 2021

Objectives: Healthy lifestyle along with spirituality affect the physical and mental health of older adults. Regarding the older clergymen’s experience of spiritual life, this study aims to evaluate the role of health-promoting lifestyle in predicting cognitive status of older clergymen. Methods & Materials: This cross-sectional study was conducted on 190 older clergymen living in Qom, Iran who were selected using a convenience sampling method and based on the inclusion/exclusion criteria. Health Promoting Lifestyle Profile II and Mini-Mental State Exam were used to collect data. The collected data were analyzed in SPSS V. 22 software using descriptive and inferential statistics (Correlation test, linear regression analysis, independent t-test, and ANOVA). The significance level was set at 0.05. Results: The mean age of participants was 70.55±6.86. There was a significant positive relationship between health-promoting lifestyle and cognitive status (r= 0.295, P= 0.001). The results of multiple regression analysis showed that the dimensions of health responsibility and nutrition along with employment status explained almost 14% of the variance in cognitive status. Conclusion: it is necessary to pay more attention to nutrition and health responsibility in health-promoting interventions of older clergymen. Further studies with a qualitative approach are recommended to understand the mechanism of the effect of spirituality on health of older clergymen.
Pattern of Outpatient Health Service Utilization by Older People in Iran
Authors:   Department of Health Management and Economics, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Tajvar Maryam , Yaseri Mehdi ,   Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Karami Badriye ,   Department of Health Management and Economics, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Mohammadi Mariya ,   Department of Health Management and Economics, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
Published: May 2021

Objectives: Considering the rapid growth of Iran’s elderly population with consequent increase in the costs of health services, it is necessary to be aware of the pattern of outpatient health service utilization, in the elderly for resource allocation and health planning. This study aims to determine the pattern of outpatient service utilization for the elderly in Iran and explore determinant factors. Methods & Materials: This is a cross-sectional study using secondary analysis method and the data from 2015 National Study of Health Service Utilization. Study population consists of older people aged ≥60 years. Of these, 8205 were selected as study samples. The data were collected using personal and household questionnaires collecting information on subjects’ need for, referral to, utilization from, and satisfaction with outpatient services. Logistic regression analysis was used to identify factors related to the need, referral, benefit, and satisfaction with the received outpatient services. Results: Out of 8205 participants, 3172 (39%) reported the need for outpatient services, of which 66% referred for services; of these, 98% (N=2060) benefited outpatient services. Females, older subjects, villagers, unmarried and illiterate subjects were more in need of outpatient services, but their referrals to receive the services were not more than those of other groups. Lack of basic insurance, supplementary insurance, and a personal care had a significant impact on reducing the number of subjects referred to receive outpatient services. Inability to pay treatment costs (30%), self-treatment (28%) and lack of proper insurance coverage (13%) were the most important reasons for not referring to receive outpatient services. The highest satisfaction was related to the behavior of physicians and medical staff and the lowest satisfaction was related to the cost of outpatient services. Conclusion: Although the use of outpatient health services should be based on the need for these services, the present study showed that the older people with higher socio-economic status had higher utilization from the services in Iran. Therefore, there is an inequality in access to outpatient services in the elderly. The reasons for not using outpatient services and dissatisfaction with these services should be seriously considered by health policy makers.