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THE DIRECT-INVERSION DECONVOLUTION AND ITS APPLICATION IN SEISMIC DATA
Authors: Madrinovella Iktri , Pranowo Waskito
Published: March 2022

Seismic traces are generated by the convolution of reflectivity and seismic wavelet. Due to limited frequency bandwidth, reflectivity can not be resolved easily. Deconvolution is a method to increase the frequency bandwidth and gives seismic data higher resolution, which makes it easier to analyze. Deconvolution is a common method in the seismic data processing. The mathematical definition of deconvolution is an inverse process of convolution, but the computation of deconvolution uses convolution in its process (Wiener deconvolution). We explained a method that is direct from the mathematical definition. We refer to it as direct-inversion deconvolution. The direct-inversion deconvolution process involves the matrix operation between seismic trace and wavelet instead of the deconvolution filter. By applying the direct-inversion deconvolution, the produced (or deconvolved) seismic trace shows a better result with higher resolution, regardless of the wavelet’s phase. Finally, we performed a phase rotation experiment, and the deconvolution result shows no seismic phase alteration. In comparison, we also perform spiking deconvolution in synthetic data experiments. This method is applied to The North Sea Volve Data Village seismic data, and more thin layers are significantly detected. Finally, it turns out that direct-inversion deconvolution gives a higher resolution to seismic data.
PELATIHAN PENGISIAN FORMULIR APLIKASI INSINYUR PROFESIONAL (FAIP) SECARA ONLINE BAGI ANGGOTA PERSATUAN INSINYUR INDONESIA (PII) WILAYAH LAMPUNG
Authors: DESPA DIKPRIDE , Widyawati Ratna , Septiana Trisya
Published: March 2022

Formulir Aplikasi Insinyur Profesional (FAIP) merupakan formulir isian yang terdiri dari pengalaman kerja dalam bentuk uraian kegiatan dan dinilai pada klaim kompetensi yang diajukan. FAIP menjadi salah satu syarat dalam mendapatkan Sertifikasi Insinyur Profesional. Saat ini FAIP tidak lagi diajukan secara konvensional oleh para calon Insinyur Profesional namun telah terintegrasi melalui aplikasi (Sistem Informasi Manajemen Persatuan Insinyur Indonesia) melalui website Persatuan insinyur Indonesia (PII) yang dikenal dengan aplikasi SIMPONI. Ketidaktahuan para Insinyur tentang Undang Undang keinsinyuran dan kurangnya pengetahuan teknik pengisian Formulir Aplikasi Insinyur Profesional (FAIP) secara Online melalui Aplikasi SIMPoNI adalah permasalahan yang mendasar yang menyebabkan rendahnya minat para Insinyur untuk mengisi FAIP dalam rangka memperoleh Sertifikat Insinyur Profesional (SIP) dan Surat Tanda Registrasi Insinur (STRI). Kegiatan ini merupakan wujud nyata Unila khususnya Ps.PPI Unila dalam rangka memberikan sumbangsihnya kepada para Insinyur yang dalam hal ini anggota PII Wilayah Lampung untuk berbagi ilmu pengetahuan dan teknologi dalam rangka meningkatkan profesionalisme keinsinyuran untuk kemajuan Bangsa dan Negara. Salah satunya dengan meningkatkan pengetahuan dan kemampuan peserta dalam mengis FAIP secara Online dan menambah jumlah anggota PII wilayah Lampung yang memiliki SIP dan STRI sesuai amanat UU no 11 Tahun 2014 agar bisa berpraktek ke Insinyuran secara legal dan profesional.
Studi Pemetaan Partisipatif Melalui Pemberdayaan Masyarakat Lokal Dalam Pembuatan Peta Geowisata Berbasis Konservasi Sumber Mata Air Guna Mewujudkan Desa Sukaraja Sebagai Destinasi Wisata Utama di Kabupaten Tanggamus
Authors: Wibowo Rahmat Catur , Sarkowi Muh
Published: March 2022

Kawasan mata air Way Bekhak di Desa Sukaraja Kecamatan Gunung Alip Kabupaten Tanggamus memiliki potensi sebagai tujuan geowisata. Beberapa upaya yang telah dilakukan untuk memetakan kawasan mata air di wilayah hutan lindung Tanggamus, akan tetapi sangat sedikit kegiatan tersebut berhasil. Sifat hidrogeologi mata air yang ada di kawasan hutan lindung yang dekat dengan permukiman warga menyebabkannya sangat rentan terhadap gangguan atau kerusakan. Mengingat pentingnya keberadaan dan peranan ekosistem mata air bagi daerah hutan lindung sebagai kawasan geowisata, maka penataan dan pengelolaan mata air yang sesuai dengan sifat dan karakteristiknya sangat perlu dilakukan. Dalam hal ini, salah satu upaya yang diperlukan adalah kegiatan pemetaan mata air Way Bekhak untuk keperluan geowisata. Untuk mendukung kegiatan tersebut, diperlukan kegiatan sosialisasi, pelatihan rehabilitasi hutan yang dapat dilakukan oleh masyarakat agar dapat tumbuh dan berkembang sesuai yang diharapkan, sehingga kawasan ini dapat dijadikan sebagai tempat wisata yang efektif dan berkelanjutan. Metode yang digunakan dalam rangka memetakan kawasan ekosistem mata air Way Bekhak bersifat deskriptif dengan pendekatan partisipatif yaitu melalui pendekatan sosialisasi, penyuluhan dan pembentukan kelompok binaan, penanaman, hingga pemeliharaan. Hasil yang dicapai pada pengabdian ini berupa rencana pengembangan kawasan mata air Way Bekhak, terwujudnya penguatan kapasitas kelembagaan, sehingga masyarakat mampu swamandiri di berbagai bidang.
Pembangunan Zona Integritas Menuju Wilayah Bebas Korupsi Dan Bebas Melayani Di Desa Batang Hari Ogan Lampung
Authors: Amrullah Rinaldy
Published: March 2022

Peraturan Menteri Pendayagunaan Aparatur Negara dan Reformasi Birokrasi Republik Indonesia Nomor 10 Tahun 2019 tentang Perubahan Atas Peraturan Menteri Pendayaguna Aparatur Negara dan Reformsi Birokrasi Nomor 52 Tahun 2014 tentang Pedoman Pembangunan Zona Integritas Menuju Wilayah Bebas Dari Korupsi Dan Wilayah Birokrasi Bersih dan Melayani di Lingkungn Instansi Pemerintah. Melihat permasalahan yang ada saat ini KPK mengeluarkan majalah tentang korupsi penggunaan anggaran desa yang makin marak. Oleh sebab itu penelitian pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini berupa Desa Binaan dengan tema Menuju Desa Bebas Korupsi disini diharapkan akan terwujudnya kerja sama antara Universitas Lampung dalam hal ini lembaga Puskamsikham ingin mengajukan program berupa pendampingan dan pengawasan terkait zona integritas di Desa Batang Hari Ogan. Sebab desa ini dinilai masih kurang pemahaman antar masyarakat terkait nilai integritas anti korupsi. Metode penelitian dalam pengabdian masyarakat menggunakan metode penelitian empiris dan didukung dengan pengamatan secara langsung. Berdasarkan hasil pengabdian masyarakat ini adalah terwujudnya Desa Batang Hari Ogan dengan predikat Zona Integritas yang bebas korupsi, dan wilayah birokrasi bersih melayani sesuai konsep yang berkaitan dengan konsistensi dalam tindakan-tindakan, nilai-nilai, metode-metode, ukuran-ukuran, prinsip-prinsip, ekspektasi-ekspektasi yang memiliki pribadi yang jujur dan memiliki karakter yang baik.
PEMBERIAN EDUKASI ONLINE PADA PASIEN DIABETES MELITUS TIPE 2 RAWAT JALAN DI PUSKESMAS RAJABASA INDAH KOTA BANDAR LAMPUNG Siti Julaiha1*, Dias Ardini, Isnenia Politeknik Kesehatan Tanjungkarang Jl. Soekarno Hatta No. 1 Bandar Lampung Penulis Koresp
Authors: Julaiha Siti , Ardini Dias , Isnenia Isnenia , Isnenia Isnenia
Published: March 2022

Diabetes Melitus merupakan penyakit kronis kompleks yang membutuhkan perawatan medis jangka panjang dengan cara pengurangan risiko yang disebabkan oleh berbagai faktor seperti mengendalikan kadar glukosa dalam darah. Kurangnya pengetahuan masyarakat terkait penyakit diabetes melitus dapat menyebabkan ketidakpatuhan dalam menjalankan terapi dan diet khusus. Kondisi ini dapat memperparah komplikasi penyakit pada pasien diabetes melitus. Ketidakpatuhan pasien terhadap rekomendasi terapi dapat meningkatkan risiko komplikasi mikrovaskular dan makrovaskular yang menyebabkan kerusakan organ seperti ginjal, jantung, otak, dan mata. Berdasarkan hasil survei ke Puskesmas Rajabasa Indah Kota Bandar Lampung, didapatkan bahwa penyakit diabetes melitus merupakan salah satu dari sepuluh besar penyakit di Puskesmas tersebut. Permasalahan yang ditemui dari hasil survey adalah kurangnya pengetahuan masyarakat mengenai pentingnya Pola hidup sehat, pentingnya kontinuitas dalam menggunakan obat selama menjalani terapi obat pada pasien  diabetes melitus, Kurangnya informasi yang diterima mengenai Apotek Hidup, dan Belum optimalnya pemanfaatan tanaman obat yang terbukti secara ilmiah dapat digunakan sebagai obat alternatif dalam terapi penyakit diabetes melitus. Untuk itu, Kegiatan pengadian masyarakat yang dilakukan adalah pemberian edukasi online mengenai pola hidup sehat, terapai dan pentingny akepatuhan terhadap regimen terapi serta pemnafaatna tanaman obat untuk terapi alternatif penyakit diabetes melitus. Kontribusi mendasar dari kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini adalah peningkatan kepatuhan pasien diabetes melitus tipe 2 yang ditandai dengan peningkatan skore kepatuhan berdasarkan kuesioner MMAS-8. Pasien diabetes melitus memanfaatkan leaflet dan video edukasi yang berisi materi tentang penyakit diabetes melitus dan terapinya serta tanaman obat yang bermanfaat untuk terapi penunjang pada pasien diabetes melitus tipe 2. Dari hasil kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat ini dapat kami sarankan untuk melakukan edukasi secara daring dengan bertatap muka langsung dengan pasien sehingga edukasi yang disampaikan lebih mudah diserap dan diterima oleh pasien. Dengan demikian, diharpakan dapat meningkatkan kepatuhan pada pasien diabetes melitus tipe 2
Exploring Item Bank Stability through Live and Simulated Datasets
Authors: Lee Tony , Coniam David , Milanovic Michael
Published: March 2022

LanguageCert manages the construction of its tests, exams and assessments using a sophisticated item banking system which contains large amounts of test material that is described, inter alia, in terms of content characteristics such as macroskills, grammatical and lexical features and measurement characteristics such as Rasch difficulty estimates and fit statistics. In order to produce content and difficulty equivalent test forms, it is vital that the items in any LanguageCert bank manifest stable measurement characteristics. The current paper is one of two linked studies exploring the stability of one of the item banks developed by LanguageCert [Note 1]. This particular bank has been used as an adaptive test bank and comprises 820 calibrated items. It has been administered to over 13,000 test takers, each of whom have taken approximately 60 items. The purpose of these two exploratory studies is to examine the stability of this adaptive test item bank from both statistical and operational perspectives. The study compares test taker performance in the live dataset with over 13,000 test takers (where each test taker takes approximately 60 items) with a simulated ‘full’ dataset generated using model-based imputation. Simulation regression lines showed a good match and Rasch fit statistics were also good: thus indicating that items comprising the adaptive item bank are of high quality both in terms of content and statistical stability. Potential future stability was confirmed by results obtained from a Bayesian ANOVA. As mentioned above, such item bank stability is important when item banks are used for multiple purposes, in this context for adaptive testing and the construction of linear tests. The current study therefore lays the ground work for a follow-up study where the utility of this adaptive test item bank is verified by the construction, administration and analysis of a number of linear tests.
Karabakh Khanate of Azerbaijan: Socio-political activity of Aghabeyim Agha
Authors: GANİYEVA Zahra
Published: March 2022

In modern times, Azerbaijani women are loyal protectors of the family and the hearth. The example of courageous, zealous, intelligent and cultural Azerbaijani woman represents its people. Turkic women have played a role in political and economic relations, ruling of the state. The topic is historically relevant on the basis of research of Karabakh khanate, which left a deep mark on the history of Azerbaijan in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, the activities of the ruler Ibrahimkhalil khan (1726-1806) and the lfe of his daughter Aghabeyim agha, who got married to Fath-Ali Shah Gadjar and lived in his palace.

In the middle of the 18th century, the Azerbaijani emperor Nadir Shah Afshar, the founder of the Afshar Empire, was assassinated, and independent khanates were established in the territory of Azerbaijan (north-south). As a result of the intervention of Russia, these khanates clashed with each other, and some of them were influenced by that intervention.

The study examines interesting facts on how Ibrahimkhalil Khan ruled Karabakh independently ending palace conflicts, on his activities being kind and fair ruler. In particular, when talking about the khan's daughter Aghabeyim agha, it is noteworthy that her predecessors were mentioned. Thus, following the historical chronological sequence, starting from the epos "Kitabi - Dada Gorgud", a written monument of Azerbaijan, women such as Sara Khatun, Tuti Bika and others played an important role in socio-political activities.

Aghabeyim agha also had a strategic role in softening the tense relations between the Karabakh khanate and the Gajar state. Her clever, political demeanor distinguished her from some envious court ladies. The story of Kharibulbul, a symbol of Shusha and Karabakh, is one of the most effective and time-honored features of the article. The researches and the published literature about Aghabeyim agha were referred to. In addition to the socio-political activities of Aghabeyim agha, the study examines the national women's clothing of Karabakh in the image of her clothes. The variegataion and diversity of national clothes reflect the historical and cultural life of the period.
Family Experience of Stroke Patients Regarding Prehospital Time: A Phenomenological Study
Authors: Susanti Risqi Wahyu , Baeda Abd. Gani , Saputri Ekawati
Published: March 2022

Background: Stroke is a neurological disease that requires immediatetreatment, and family participation is very important when a stroke occursat home.Purpose: This study aims to explore the pre-hospital time experiences ofpatients’ families with stroke in Kolaka Regency.Methods: The study is a qualitative research with a phenomenologicaldesign. A total of 8 participants from families of stroke patients were recruitedusing a purposive sampling approach. Source triangulation was used in thisstudy from stroke patients. Data were collected through in-depth interviewsusing audio-recorded then transcribed verbatim and validated betweenresearchers. The data were analyzed using colaizzi method with a selectiveand focused analysis approach to obtain themes.Results: There are two themes of this study, the frst theme is responses ofstroke and the second theme is medical treatment.Conclusion: It is important that family members have a good responseand knowledge so that when one of their family members has a stroke, theycan be taken to the hospital at the right time. Our suggestion is that it isnecessary to increase family knowledge about stroke to minimize the delayin stroke rescue time.
Organizational Citizenship Behavior (OCB) In Ministry of Education
Authors: Parandjani Hojato Allah Moradi , Hasani Mehdi , Karimi Mansor , Milani Abeddin Ahmadi
Published: March 2022

Human force is the most valuable asset and property in an organization. Using material and non-material means, insight, discretion and scheme, the managers and leaders of organizations can create an impression in the human force that their job is meaningful, purposeful, challenging and rewarding. Methodology: Under this circumstance, the staffs tend to be creative and resourceful, not to overreact to stimuli and steer the organization towards accomplishing the objectives. This study tries to adopt a holistic view of aspects of organizational citizenship behavior in the ministry of education. Results: The aspects of organizational citizenship behavior according to Organ and Bateman are the philanthropy and altruism, magnanimity, respect, citizenship merits and virtues and sense of responsibility. In addition, it aims at examining development education, aspects and impacts and outcomes of organizational citizenship behavior in the ministry of education with spirituality and morality as well as suggests guidelines in accordance with personality, motivation, and perception. Conclusion: Unofficial groups can affect the attitude and behavior of individuals. Therefore, the managers should identify the favorable unofficial groups and encourage the staffs to participate in them.
Examining ways to attract funds in various branches of banks
Authors: Dehaki Masoumeh Esmaeili
Published: March 2022

Generally, commercial banks can be defined by a financial intermediary institution that building up funds people still money and grant them as a loan to Businessmen and industrialists and other applicants. If we focus our attention on the core operations of commercial banks, it will be more accurate. Methodology: A bank pays interest to the people deposit and gets interested from applicants in this study, the factors affecting the mobilization of resources for national banks and the economy are studied modern city of Yazd. Results: Using a sample of 300 customers of the Cochran formula of the National Bank and a sample of 139 clients who were new economy and a questionnaire were distributed among them. The results suggest on both banks, the two elements of the skills employed in banking, customer satisfaction from employees affect the absorption of funds. Conclusion: On the basis of the correlation coefficients and the regression coefficients, the hypotheses 3 to 8 of the study were proved for Meli bank in Yazd province.
To identify and explain the effective factors on tax compliance (A Case Study of State Tax Administration of West Tehran)
Authors: M Marandi , S Jalili , Z Houshmand
Published: March 2022

Among the most basic requirements of any healthy tax system in the community is to promote and develop the tax culture. In term of this issue, one of the most fundamental problems is tax compliance which includes tax collection. This problem will be just resolved based on public culture and tax culture. The aim of this research is to identify and explain the factors affecting tax compliance (A Case Study of State Tax Administration of West Tehran). Methodology: The present research is applied research according to its purpose and on in term of nature and method it is considered a descriptive research. The population consisted of all tax payers to the General Administration of West Tehran. Total of 250 cases were selected as sample using simple random sampling method. In the present study, the income level of the taxpayer, tax rates, tax fines, Article 272 Q of tax auditing, tax attitudes, dominant social norms, perceived justice, tax knowledge and awareness, the complexity of tax laws, the tax service quality and social responsibility, were considered as the independent variables and their relationship with the tax culture was examined. The extent of relationship between tax culture and tax compliance was studied. In addition, the analysis was done using structural equation model and LISREL software (Lisrel). Results: The results indicate that all variables have positive and significant relationship with the tax culture and in the view of taxpayers. Conclusion: tax culture has a positive and significant relationship with tax compliance.
“The Blue Economy” – The Phoenix of the Present Times. Implications on Current Problems of Mankind
Authors: GRIGORE George-Eduard
Published: March 2022

Starting from the well-established notion that human beings live in society and the fact that their needs are unlimited in relation to the available resources, this paper focuses on the noticeable decrease of the rooted tension between two fundamental concepts in economics and on possible credible and promising solutions. The concept of blue economy is recognised as central to sustainable development that incorporates socio-economic benefits and environmental conservation. This highlights in an integrated way the economic and trade activities focusing on the ocean-based marine environment, associated biodiversity, ecosystems, species and genetic resources whilst ensuring conservation. Thus, blue economy means the use of sea and the use of its resources for sustainable economic development. Also closely related to the idea of sustainability, this new type of economic approach offers humanity new opportunities and perspectives by promoting appropriate policies to support research and development in view of the implementation of mechanisms based on sustainable practices inspired by ecosystems. Following the analysis of the main economic indicators at EU level (the number of jobs in specific sectors of the blue economy and their specific gross value added), there has been a continuous upward trend generated by the efforts of European authorities to perceive, understand, assimilate and adopt the most relevant aspects relating to the phenomenon of the blue economy. The study’s contribution is based on the manifestation of this new phenomenon, which is analysed by collecting updated data from the latest reports and documents, as well as by presenting case studies aimed at identifying its features, advantages and weaknesses, both at EU level as well as at a national (i.e., Romanian) and global level.
Trifluralin and Corn Residues for Weed Management in Mung Bean Fields, Central Iraq
Authors: Mutar Husam M. , Alsaadawi Ibrahim S. , Lahmod Nabil R.
Published: March 2022

A field experiment was conducted  at two sites (Baghdad and Wasit Governorates) to evaluate the effects of allelopathic corn residues applied as soil incorporation or mulch, alone  and in combination  with reduced (50% of recommended dose) rate of trifluralin herbicide on weeds growth and mung bean yield. Conventional soil tillage and zero soil tillage treatments with corn residues were performed, while 50% dose and full dose of trifluralin only (without residues) treatments were included for comparison. Soil incorporation and mulch of corn residues reduced weed density and dry weight biomass and improved yield and yield components of mung bean in both sites. Mulch application was more effective than soil incorporation for weed control. However, the reduction in weed growth and the increase in mung bean yield were below the levels achieved by the label dose of herbicide. Application of 50% dose of trifluralin in plots incorporated or mulched with corn residues reduced weeds and scored yield similar to that achieved by 100% herbicide dose applied in both conventional and zero tillage plots. Chemical analysis revealed the presence of higher phenolics in plots amended with incorporated and mulched corn residues compared to their control plots. Chemical analysis also revealed that the periods of maximum quantities of phenolics paralleled with the periods of maximum suppressive activity against weed tested under field condition, which explains the phytotoxicity of phenolics on weed suppression. Such approach may help in reducing reliance upon high concentrations of trifluralin herbicide, improving the sustainability of agroecosystem, improving environmental safety, mitigating human health risks, and reducing the ability to tolerate herbicides.
FI-Extending Semimodule and Singularity
Authors: Alhashemi Samah , Alhossaini Asaad M. A.
Published: March 2022

The main aim of this research is to present and to study several basic characteristics of the idea of FI-extending semimodules. The semimodule  is said to be an FI-extending semimodule if each fully invariant subsemimodule of  is essential in direct summand of . The behavior of the FI-extending semimodule with respect to direct summands as well as the direct sum is considered. In addition, the relationship between the singularity and FI-extending semimodule has been studied and investigated. Finally  extending propertywhich is stronger than FI extending,  that  has some results related to FI-extending and singularity is also investigated.
Ethics in Academia. The Impact of Ethics on the Quality of Higher Education Services
Authors: MATACHE Iulian-Costin
Published: March 2022

The paper examines one of the categories of problems facing the academic world – violations of ethical facts. We have thus discussed a few elements that together lead to better academic activities, and thus to a higher degree of quality in universities: The professional relationship between students and teachers, the resolution of harassment cases, or the avoidance of favoritism. I have therefore looked at the consequences of deviations from ethical principles in universities, and so I have come to the conclusion that such cases lead to the creation of a hostile academic environment where students cannot perform, they cannot express themselves freely and thus affect the overall quality of academic services.
The Consolidation of the System of the European Convention for Human Rights at National Level – Argument
Authors: GRIGORESCU Alina Mihaela
Published: March 2022

The rule of law is the central piece of the puzzle of a state’s democracy. From the point of view of institutions, the three powers of the State are called, together, to create and strengthen the mechanisms for the functioning of democracy. In this equation, the respect for human rights is the motive of the approach, and parliaments, through their mission and strategic position in relation to governments, can be guarantors of this approach. Based on the principles underlying the European edifice and on the relevant documents of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe on the restoration of violated rights and by supervising and monitoring the enforcement of judgments delivered by the European Court of Human Rights, we argue that national parliaments, through internal control structures, can be the foundation of state democracy.
Wybrane zagadnienia związane z zaburzeniami statyki narządów płciowych w kontekście medycyny przeciwstarzeniowej i medycyny rodzinnej
Authors: Plagens-Rotman Katarzyna , Jarząbek-Bielecka Grażyna , Warchoł Emilia , Mizgier Małgorzata , Friebe Zbigniew , Kędzia Witold , Pisarska-Krawczyk Magdalena , Bielecki Marek , Merks Piotr
Published: March 2022

One of the most important problems in anti-aging medicine, family medicine, gynecology and sexology are disorders of the statics of female genital organs, usually resulting in sexual dysfunction and urogynecological problems. Although in the era of a pandemic, the fight against SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus infections is a priority. COVID-19, and in this context one of the most important problems also related to family medicine are geriatric issues – issues related to aging societies, and the more elderly people there are, the more attention should be paid to them in the context of their health – also in terms of sexual health.
Strach ma wielkie oczy – skuteczne metody leczenia lęku panicznego, czyli dlaczego warto zgłosić się po pomoc do specjalistów z zakresu zdrowia psychicznego
Authors: Dębicka Ewa , Sęk Katarzyna
Published: March 2022

The following article discusses panic disorder with anxiety attacks and the effective methods of treating it – through pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy. Independent attempts to cope with anxiety disorders often prove unsuccessful and result in prolonged suffering and significant limitations in one's functioning. According to research, the most effective treatment is a combination of pharmacotherapy and cognitive-behavioral psychotherapy. Appropriate drug treatment allows patients to receive quick relief by alleviating the discomfort experienced. In the course of a therapy patient learns how to modify dysfunctional thinking and change acting patterns, obtains tools and develops effective adaptive strategies for coping with difficult situations. In the long run, the competences acquired during therapy increase a patient's resilience. The text compares different cognitive models of panic anxiety, based on which a treatment plan is formulated. The commonly accepted criteria used to diagnose this disorder and its prevalence worldwide are outlined. Awareness of panic anxiety can significantly shorten the diagnostic process by referring the patient to a mental health expert. As a result, it would reduce the burden on the health care system – shorten the queues to specialists, reduce the number of medical tests ordered and thus reduce avoidable costs.
Epidemiologia wybranych chorób nowotworowych wśród dzieci i młodzieży w województwie śląskim w latach 2010-2019
Authors: Góra Dariusz , Figura Natalia , Gregor Marcin , Olszar Marta
Published: March 2022

Introduction. The causes of malignant neoplasms occurring in both children and adolescents remain unknown, however epidemiological and genetic studies allow a partial elucidation of the origin of these tumors. In the first year of life, neuroblastoma, nephroblastoma and retinoblastoma are the most common. Between the ages of 2 and 5, acute lymphoblastic leukemia is at its peak. Brain tumors are most common in children under 5 years of age. On the other hand, adolescents aged 10-14 years suffer from lymphomas and bone tumors. Aim. The aim of the article is to discuss the epidemiology of selected neoplastic diseases (morbidity and hospitalization) in children and adolescents from the Silesian Voivodeship in 2010-2019. The article includes: lymphocytic leukemia (C91), myeloid leukemia (C92), cancer of the brain and central nervous system (D43) and non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma (C82-85). Material and methods. In March 2021, data on the incidence and hospitalization (absolute numbers) of
Mechanical Properties of Self-Compacted Concrete
Authors: Khazaal Ammar Saleem , Ali Alyaa Abbas , Lateef Assim Mohammed
Published: March 2022

In this research, trial mixes were conducted according to Self-Compacted Concrete (SCC) specifications, a mix that gave a higher compressive strength to the age of seven days has been selected. Then after selecting the appropriate mix, concrete samples had poured and were distributed into five groups; each group consists of six cubes, six cylinders, and six prisms. The samples of each group are testing for compressive, tensile splitting, and flexure strengths respectively for the ages of 7, 14, 28, 60, and 90 days respectively. Before of conduction of destructive tests, the samples were tested using ultrasonic waves to determine the relationship between the concrete strength and pulse velocity and in the same way for all ages in above. Experimental results showed that, all concrete mechanical properties have improved, and the maximum improve was in flexural strength followed by compressive strength and tensile splitting strength. The cube compressive strength increased according to (G1 at 7 days curing) from 34.3% to 71.8%, the percentage of increase of tensile strength according to (G1 at 7 days curing) from 16.8% to 64.3% , modulus of rupture increased according to (G1 at 7 days curing) from 34.6% to 98.7% for ages (14, 28, 60, 90 days) respectively. Pulls velocity increased according to (G1 at 7 days curing): For cube from 5.1% to 23.9%, for cylinder from 21.4% to 40.3%, for prisms from 7.1% to 29.2%.
Evaluation of Ground Water Quality Status by Using Water Quality Indices at Basheqa Region, Iraq
Authors: Al-Deen Ahmed Mohammed Fakhar
Published: March 2022

Large areas of BASHEQA region haven't any source of surface water, at the same time, there are large quantities of olives trees and crops depend in its irrigating on Ground Water (GW) as a main source. So it is important to evaluate its (GW) for different uses. In this study the (GW) of 32 wells had been examined in the college of environmental science and technology laboratories to assess its Water Quality (WQ) for drinking, irrigation, and livestock purposes. Average twelve parameters (pH, Ca, Mg, Na, HCO3, SO4, Cl, NO3, EC, TDS, SAR, TH) data in the period 2008-2009 had been applied in three methods through computing Water Quality Indices (WQIS). The first method was the Weighted Average (WAV). The second one was that adopted by Ministry of Nature and Environment (MNE) of Mongolia, while the last one was the Canadian Council of Ministers of the Environment (CCME). The (WQIs) of the three methods results had been compared to assess the suitability of the best one. Although the statistical analysis indicated that there are no significant differences between both (CCME) and (WAV) methods, the (WAV) data had been used in this study as it gave more restrictive control. The analysis of (WQIs) using (WAM) method indicated that (25, 69, 88)% of (GW) are good for drinking, irrigation, and livestock purposes respectively.
Civilizational transition in the focus of interdisciplinary methodology. Review on the book: Vasilenko L.A. and Meshcheryakova N.N. (2021) Sociology of Digital Society: monograph, TPU Publishing House, Tomsk, Russia (In Russian)
Authors: Ignatyev V. I.
Published: March 2022

The research paper presents a review of the monograph devoted to the methodological and theoretical aspects of the digital societysociology. L.A. Vasilenko and N.N. Meshcheryakova introduce the digital society conceptas a new independent stage in the existence of a post-industrial society and a transitional stage to a postdigital one. The concept is constituted through the description of the digital society essential features, which qualitatively distinguish it on the general line of civilizational development. The authors submit that classical sociology, with its spectrum of theories, methods and techniques, is not enough to understand the hybrid reality, partially virtualized. The monograph lays the theoretical and methodological foundations of sociology of digital society. Its content is aimed at summing up the study resultsof the digital society as a special stage of the information society and the formation of the author’s vision of the way to solve problems. Reviews of the most signiﬁcant studies have been generated in the text. A multidisciplinary approach to the review and to the presentation of one’s own positions and developments has been presented. The authors go far beyond the subject of sociological science itself, and form a three-dimensional picture of digital society as a whole. Digital society is considered from the perspective of a civilizational approach. The authors consistently concentrate their attention on the issue of the evolution of the information society formation, then move on to the main aspect of the author’s concept. They are deploying arguments in favor of proving that the digital society is the next stage in the information society development. An original scenario approach to the empirical data interpretation on the digitalisation process has been implemented. When organising the study and formulating conclusions, positive and negative consequences and scenarios of evolution are highlighted. The book is of considerable interest to sociologists, philosophers, specialists in the ﬁeld of social management.
Public management of smart cities: European experience
Authors: Zakharova S. A.
Published: March 2022

The article presents a rethinking of the results of research in the ﬁeld of smart city management based on publications in Spain and the Netherlands. Three areas of research have been identiﬁed. The ﬁrst one offers scientiﬁc studies of smart city management and recommendations for improving the effectiveness of smart management based on a clear understanding of the degree of legitimacy of decision-making. The author considers these processes in comparison with the Russian scientists approaches, and focuses on the important conclusion of foreign scientists that technology alone will not make the city smarter: the construction of a smart city requires a political understanding of technology, a process approach to management, an emerging smart city, and a focus on both economic beneﬁts and other public values. The second group of articles, considered by the author, presents a more comprehensive view of the concepts of smart cities, with smart governance, combining, presumably, innovative structures and new technologies, new communication channels aimed at the constant functioning of the city management system and the environment for cooperation and citizen engagement. The third group of publications deals with critical aspects of the development of smart governance in practice and the resulting consequences, in particular, the reassessment of the ability of the private sector to develop and implement intelligent technologies, the predominance of a technocratic approach to decision-making, the inability to ensure impartiality and objectivity, the lack of the ability to analyse urban data, cloud computing on digital platforms to stimulate production in a collaborative environment. Their conclusion about the need for “smart management” to pay attention to the processes of socio-spatial development is quite correlated with the conclusions of Russian scientists.
Simulations explain the Swelling Behavior of Hydrogels with Alternating Neutral and Weakly Acidic Blocks
Authors: Beyer David , Košovan Peter , Holm Christian
Published: March 2022

We use computer simulations to study the swelling behavior of weak (pH-responsive) polyelectrolyte hydrogels, coupled to a solution of small ions, termed the reservoir. The gels consist of a covalent, regular network composed of alternating four-armed neutral and acidic stars. The model designed to represent recently synthesized gels composed of tetrapoly\-(acrylic acid) and tetrapoly(ethylene glycol) stars. To model the ionization equilibrium of the weak acid groups and the exchange of small ions with the reservoir, we apply the recently developed Grand-Reaction Monte-Carlo method (G-RxMC) and determine the free swelling equilibrium of these gels at various pH values and salt concentrations in the reservoir. Our results show that the dependence of the swelling ratio on the pH significantly deviates from the ideal Henderson-Hasselbalch equation, due to electrostatic interactions and Donnan partitioning of small ions. By analyzing the simulation results we are able to separate the Donnan effect from the effect electrostatic interactions, showing that the latter contribution dominates in this particular system. This observation contrasts with our previous observations that both effects are comparably strong in hydrogels composed of homogeneously distributed weak acid groups and that the Donnan effect dominates in polyelectrolyte brushes. Our simulations allow us to understand which of the above effects may dominate in different systems (various types of polyelectrolyte gels and brushes), thereby allowing us to identify the correct physical origin of the deviations from ideal swelling. Such an understanding is important not only for correctly interpreting the experimental measurements but also for designing polyelectrolyte gels tailored to exhibit specific swelling response to pH and salt concentration. Finally, we revisit the Manning argument that was invoked in a theoretical analysis of Tang et al. and demonstrate that it alone does not provide a consistent explanation for the swelling behaviour in terms of an extended Flory-Rehner model.
Volcanic ash as multi-nutrient mineral fertilizer: science and early applications
Authors: Ciriminna Rosaria , Scurria Antonino , Tizza Giuseppe , Pagliaro Mario
Published: March 2022

Volcanic ash is a multi-nutrient mineral fertilizer whose catalytic mechanism of action, replenishing trace metals necessary to soil bacterial enzymes for the efficient biogenochemical cycling of key elements such as N, C, P and S, ensures use of relatively small amounts to fertilize large soil surfaces. Chiefly demonstrated in the course of the 2010s in Russia’s Kamchatka and in Indonesia, two world’s areas hosting highly active volcanoes, these findings remain poorly known. Fulfilling the principles of the emerging circular economy, the large-scale use of readily available and overabundant tephra as agricultural fertilizer is a significant economic opportunity for both farmers and populations living near active volcanoes, affording also important environmental advantages. Providing a unified picture, this study will hopefully accelerate such progress.
Food intolerances and the small intestine
Authors: Parfenov Asfold I.
Published: March 2022

The article presents an analysis of the literature on food intolerance (FS) associated with the presence in the diet of fermentable oligodimosaccharides and polyols FODMAP (fermentable oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides and polyols), histamine and food additives. The relationship between FS and insufficient activity of enzymes of the small intestine mucosa, in particular, in patients with irritable bowel syndrome, is discussed. FS often noted in them forces them to strictly adhere to the elimination diet and significantly impair the quality of life due to dissatisfaction with the results of treatment. Analysis of the literature has confirmed in many patients with irritable bowel syndrome an etiotropic relationship with poor food tolerance and dictates the need for randomized studies to further study the pathogenetic mechanisms of increasing food tolerance under the influence of cytoprotective therapy.
The study of abdominal and parietal enteric microbiota in patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
Authors: Vakhrushev Yakov M. , Lukashevich Anna P. , Lyapina Mariia V.
Published: March 2022

Aim. To characterize of the features of changes in the cavity and parietal microbiota of the small intestine in patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD).
Materials and methods. Fifty four patients with NAFLD at the stage of steatosis and steatohepatitis at the age of 1860 years were examined. The diagnosis was verified by ultrasound of the hepatobiliary system using a SONIX OP analyzer (Canada), FibroMax test data and liver elastography using an AIXPLORER apparatus (France). The degree of steatohepatitis activity was determined by biochemical blood tests for alanine aminotransferase and aspartate aminotransferase on a Huma Star 600 analyzer (Germany). The cavity microbiota of the small intestine was evaluated using a Lactofan2 analyzer of the Association of Medicine and Analytics company (Russia) using hydrogen breath tests with lactulose. The parietal microbiota of the small intestine was examined using an Agilent 7890 gas chromatograph with mass-selective and plasma-ionization detectors (Agilent Technologies, USA).
Results. In the study of cavity enteric microbiota in patients with NAFLD, the syndrome of excessive bacterial growth was detected in 68.5% of cases, while it was caused in 48.6% of patients by a violation of the function of the ileocecal valve, in 21.7% by a deficiency of cleavage of lactulose microorganisms and/or slowing down the motility of the digestive tract. When studying the parietal enteral microbiota, the total bacterial load in patients with NAFLD was significantly lower compared with the control group due to a decrease in useful microbiota. At the same time, a decrease in all normal bacterial representatives Bifidobacterium, Lactobacillus and Lactococcus, Eubacterium and Propionibacterium was noted. The content of opportunistic microbiota in patients with NAFLD did not reveal significant changes.
Conclusion. The syndrome of excessive bacterial growth in patients with NAFLD is associated with a decrease in useful parietal enteral microbiota.
CYP2D6 gene polymorphic markers role in determining the optimal treatment tactics for portal hypertension in patients with liver cirrhosis
Authors: Sychev Dmitry A. , Parusov Andrei I. , Loranskaya Irina D. , Denisenko Natalia P. , Akmalova Kristina A. , Sozaeva Zhannet A. , Turkina Olga L. , Zastrozhin Michael S.
Published: March 2022

Aim. To study the polymorphic markers CYP2D6*4 (G1846A, rs3892097), CYP2D6*6 (T1707del, rs5030655), CYP2D6*10 (C100T, rs1065852), CYP2D6*41 (G2988A, rs28371725) and CYP2D6*3 (A2549del, rs4986774) role in treatment optimization of portal hypertension with propranolol in patients with liver cirrhosis (LC).
Materials and methods. The study included 60 patients with LC who received propranolol therapy at a daily dose of 30 mg for 14 days. The efficacy of treatment was assessed by ultrasonography measuring the linear blood flow velocity of portal vein. Genotyping of CYP2D6*4, CYP2D6*6, CYP2D6*10, CYP2D6*41 and CYP2D6*3 was carried out by real-time polymerase chain reaction. Evaluation of the CYP2D6 activity was carried out by determining the ratio of pinoline and its metabolite concentration in morning urine using high performance liquid chromatography with mass spectrometry.
Results. Positive hemodynamics in the form of any increase in the mean linear blood flow velocity of the portal vein compared to baseline was observed in 41 patients. Portal vein mean linear blood flow rate increased from 10.43.9 to 14.74.3 cm/s (p0.001). Of these, 29 patients showed an increase in this indicator by 20% from the initial one with a dynamic of 5.5 cm/s (p0.001). The regression analysis constructed by us revealed the presence of a statistically significant effect of the CYP2D6 gene polymorphic marker G1846A carriage on the propranolol therapeutic effect (p0.05). There was no statistically significant effect of polymorphic markers T1707del, C100T, G2988A, and A2549del of the CYP2D6 gene (p0.05). No convincing reliable dependence of CYP2D6 activity on the severity of LC was revealed (p0.05).
Conclusion. An association was found between CYP2D6 gene polymorphic marker G1846A carriage and the hemodynamic effect of propranolol in patients with LC of the Russian population. There is a more significant positive dynamics of manifestations of portal hypertension on the background of propranolol therapy in carriers of the homozygous GG CYP2D6*4 genotype, in contrast to patients with the heterozygous GA genotype. Based on the results of the study, an algorithm has been developed for personalizing the treatment of patients with LC with nonselective b-adrenergic blockers using the method of CYP2D6 genotyping. Carriage of polymorphic markers T1707del, C100T, G2988A and A2549del gene CYP2D6 does not affect the effectiveness of propranolol therapy in patients with LC.
Correction of intestinal microbial composition disturbances as a potential link in complex therapy of patients with COVID-19
Authors: Akhmedov Vadim A.
Published: March 2022

The article reflects the potential for correcting intestinal microbiota disorders in the complex therapy of patients with COVID-19. It has been noted that the inclusion of dietary fiber in the diet contributes to protection against disruption of the integrity of the intestinal barrier and may limit bacterial translocation into the systemic circulation. The possibility of using psyllium (Mucofalk) is reflected, the action of which is realized both through its sorption, cytoprotective and anti-inflammatory properties in viral lesions of the gastrointestinal tract, and through stimulation of the own beneficial intestinal microbiota. The paper presents studies of the prospects for the use of probiotics, synbiotics in the complex therapy of patients with COVID-19. Detailed data are provided on the mechanisms of the positive effect of short-chain fatty acid preparations on reducing the severity of the disease in patients with COVID-19. It was noted that taking the drug Zacofalk leads to a significant increase in its own butyrate-producing microbiota (Faecalibacterium prausnitzii) and suppression of the growth of opportunistic flora with pro-inflammatory activity. The results of a recent study are presented showing that in patients with a mild course of COVID infection with respiratory and intestinal symptoms, the administration of Zakofalk for 30 days (3 tablets per day) led to significantly faster stool normalization (by day 7), persistent normalization of the frequency and consistency of stools by the 21st day and a significantly more pronounced regression of bloating and abdominal pain, as well as a decrease in the risk of developing post-infectious irritable bowel syndrome.