bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Estimation of Serum and Seminal Plasma Levels of Glactin-1 in Non-Obstructive Azoospermia Cases and Their Correlations with the Rate of Sperm Retrieval: A Comparative Prospective Study
Authors: Fayek GamalEl Din Sameh , Abougabal Khadiga , Mohammed Saad Hany , Shokr Mohamed Mohamed , Mahmoud Mohamed Ali Amira , Abo Sief Ahmed
Published: October 2022

Background: Remarkably, the current study is one of the first to deploy galectin-1 (Gal-1) in determining the degree of impairment of spermatogenesis among cases with non-obstructive azoospermia (NOA) as well as utilizing it as a biomarker to predict the rate of sperm retrieval in these patients. The purpose of the study was to evaluate the seminal plasma and serum levels of Gal-1 in NOA patients as well as their correlations with Johnsen’s tubular biopsy scoring (JTBS).
Methods: The current case control study included totally 48 patients with NOA whose ages ranged from 24 to 46 years old and 50 age matched healthy controls. Gal-1 levels were measured in both seminal plasma and serum of all subjects by the enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA).
Results: A significant negative correlation between seminal plasma levels of Gal-1 and JTBS was detected (r= -0.281, p=0.048) in the NOA cases. Interestingly, the receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve had demonstrated that the cutoff value of seminal plasma levels of Gal-1 in determining azoospermia was >0.735 ng/ml and the area under the curve (AUC) was 0.858. The sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive, and negative predictive values for seminal plasma levels of Gal-1 were 76, 92, 90.5, and 79.3, respectively. In addition, sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive, and negative predictive values for serum levels of Gal-1 were 38, 66, 52.8, and 51.6, respectively.
Conclusion: Seminal plasma levels of Gal-1 are higher in NOA men versus healthy controls. Interestingly, negative correlation of seminal plasma levels of Gal-1 with JTBS was determined. Thus, it can be used as a good predictor for NOA cases.
Mid to Long-term Echocardiographic Follow-up of Patients Undergoing Transcatheter Tricuspid Valve-in-Valve Replacement for Degenerated Bioprosthetic Valves: First Single-Center Report from Iran
Authors: Sahebjam Mohammad , Zeinali Alimohammad Haji , Abbasi Kyomars , Borjian Solmaz
Published: October 2022

Background: Transcatheter tricuspid valve-in-valve (TTViV) replacement has become an alternative treatment in high-risk patients with bioprosthetic valve degeneration. This is the first report on the mid to long-term echocardiographic findings of patients who underwent TTViV replacement in a cardiac referral center in Iran.   
Methods: Data of 12 patients, consisting of 11 women and 1 man, who underwent TTViV replacement between 2015 and 2021 were reviewed retrospectively. The patients underwent echocardiography before the procedure and at a mean follow-up time of 3.17±1.75 years.
Results: All the patients had New York Heart Association (NYHA) function class III/IV before TTViV. Six patients had tricuspid regurgitation, 1 had tricuspid stenosis, and 5 had both. All the patients had successful TTViV. The mean time from the initial valve surgery to TTViV was 6.25±2.45 years. At follow-up, 2 patients had died: 1 due to COVID-19 pneumonia and 1 without a known cause. The remaining 10 patients experienced improvements in the NYHA functional class. Echocardiographic measures showed significant improvements. Transvalvular mean gradient pressure decreased from 7.08±1.98 mm Hg to 5.29±1.63 mm Hg (P=0.028), tricuspid valve pressure half time decreased from 245.00±49.46 ms to 158.64±57.41 ms (P=0.011), tricuspid regurgitation gradient decreased from 39.91±7.31 mm Hg to 26.72±8.99 mm Hg, and left ventricular ejection fraction increased from 47.71±4.70% to 49.79±4.58% (P=0.046). There was no significant paravalvular or transvalvular leakage at follow-up.
Conclusion: This is a single-center report on the mid and long-term echocardiographic follow-up of patients after TTViV replacement.  Our study showed that TTViV was a safe and efficient method in treating high-risk patients with degenerated bioprosthetic tricuspid valves and had favorable echocardiographic and clinical results.
Results of Comparative Kinematic Viscosity Measurements for Fluid Samples
Authors: Neklyudova A.A. , Demyanov A.A. , Sulaberidze V.Sh. , Chekirda K.V.
Published: October 2022

The Russian Federation uses more than 20 working standards for the unit of kinematic fluid viscosity, which require conformity of their metrological properties to be regularly confirmed. In accordance with the order no. 2622 of the Federal Agency for Technical Regulation and Metrology (Rosstandart) dated Nov. 05th 2019 "On approval of the State verification schedule for means of measuring fluid viscosity", at present, working standards of the first category are represented by reference sets intended for storing and transmitting the unit of kinematic fluid viscosity, but not by sets of reference glass capillary viscometers, as formerly. Typically, reference sets include sets of reference glass capillary viscometers, liquid thermostats, reference resistance thermometers and temperature transducers, electronic stopwatches with timer output, and ancillary equipment. The paper presents comparative measurement results regarding kinematic viscosity of fluid samples. D.I. Mendeleev All-Russian Institute for Metrology specialists studies have been conducted in order to establish a measurement result ratio when transferring the unit of kinematic fluid viscosity by means of standards of the first category
Modern Immunological Models and Their Applications
Authors: Skobtsov Yu.A.
Published: October 2022

he paper considers main models and algorithms of artificial immune systems, which are related to the evolutionary computation paradigm and used to search for potential solutions, each of which is represented by an artificial lymphocyte. Same as an individual in evolutionary computation, an artificial lymphocyte is most often encoded by a binary string or a vector of real numbers. As far as the main models of artificial immune systems are concerned, the clonal selection algorithm is close to the evolutionary strategy of evolutionary computing, though it uses more powerful mutation operators and is applied mainly to solve numerical and combinatorial optimisation problems. The negative selection algorithm is based on the "friend or foe" recognition principle found in the immune system and is most popular in applications. The paper presents two aspects of the algorithm: 1) the basic concept, that is, expanding the set of "friend" cells; 2) the goal, which is to learn to distinguish between "friend" and "foe" cells, while only "friend" cell samples are available. We consider continuous and discrete network models representing regulated networks of molecules and cells. We note the advantages and disadvantages of these models and their application in the field of computer security, robotics, fraud and malfunction detection, data mining, text analysis, image recognition, bioinformatics, games, planning, etc.
Methodology and Experience in the Primary Designing a Transsonic Axial Compressor
Authors: Borovkov A.I. , Galerkin Yu.B. , Solovyeva О.А. , Drozdov А.А. , Rekstin A.F. , Soldatova K.V. , Sebelev A.A.
Published: October 2022

The article considers the basic principles underlying the program for the calculation and designing gas turbine engine axial compressors. Calculation of pressure losses and deflection ability of the cascades is based on the formulas of A. Komarov. The model involves empirical coefficients, the values of which were selected during program verification based on the results of testing multistage compressors and compressor stages. The basic equations and the algorithm for calculating pressures and velocities are given under the condition of radial balance. The application of computer programs based on these models in designing a gas turbine engine four-stage compressor of moderate power with a total pressure ratio of 3.2 and a given speed is shown. For the first compressor stage, two options with different flow rates are compared. The first option was designed according to the classic recommendation to get close to the same mechanical energy of the gas at the exit of the stage along the radius. The second option was designed for a lower flow coefficient, but ensuring the radial balance, requires introducing a significant non-uniformity of mechanical energy supply along the radius. Due to the lower kinetic energy, the stage efficiency of the second variant is 1.9 % higher, despite the fact that the loss coefficients of the blade cascades are lower in the first variant. The question remains as to how much the inevitable mixing losses in the second variant will reduce its efficiency in the process of equalizing the mechanical energy of the gas
Determining gloss of opaque protective and decorative coatings on wood and wood-based materials
Authors:   BMSTU (Mytishchi Branch), Rybin B.M. , Zavrazhnova I.A. ,   BMSTU (Mytishchi Branch), Rybin D.B. ,   Timberland LLC
Published: October 2022

A significant problem in the production of furniture is an objective assessment of the reflective properties of coating surfaces by gloss. Instrument readings are influenced by various factors such as color, saturation, lightness of the surface, roughness of the coating surface under study, the refractive index of a colored substance, etc. The calculations showed that the coefficients of absorption and reflection of visible radiation for colored substances are insignificant over 10 %. Although when light is reflected from the surface of a colored substance, the dominant wavelength range of the visible radiation spectrum is observed, which characterizes color, but its energy characteristics in relation to the reflected flux are insignificant. The total reflected flux characterizes the gloss of the coating, and the dominant color flux characterizes the color of the substance. For colored substances, it is not possible to use the refractive index in optical calculations. When absorbing and reflecting the visible spectrum of radiation from colored substances, anomalous dispersion is observed (the values of the refractive index change according to various dependencies inside the light absorption band and beyond it). The use of known gloss meters for assessing the gloss of opaque colored protective and decorative coatings requires the improvement of existing methods or the development of new ones that allow solving the multifactorial problem of influencing the gloss of color, saturation, lightness and roughness of the studied surfaces.
Dendroecological growth research for Picea Schrenkiana in Botanical garden of M.V. Lomonosov Moscow State University by tree-ring data analysis
Authors:   BMSTU (Mytishchi branch), Epishkov А.A. , Rumyantsev D.E. ,   BMSTU (Mytishchi branch), Boyko G.A. ,   Botanical Garden Lomonosov of the M.V. Lomonosov Moscow State University
Published: October 2022

Based on the material of the Schrenk’s spruce (Picea schrenkiana F. et. M.) from the MSU Botanical Garden, time series of radial growth and dated chronologies of this spruce species were obtained for the first time. A previously developed specific method of cross-dating of tree-ring chronologies has been tested, which is suitable for obtaining dendrochronological information in species growing at the extreme limits of introduction. Fallen annual rings were found in a number of trees in 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010. The main adverse effect on the growth of the Schrenk’s spruce took place in 2007, after which each tree had a different number of annual rings (depending on the strength of the damage). By the method of climagrams, it was found that the main adverse effect in 2007 was caused by increased temperatures in January, frosts in February and the subsequent drought at the beginning of the growing season.
Structure and biodiversity changes affected by fires in larch forests at Khilok river (lake basin. Baikal) upstream flow
Authors:   Institute of Natural Resources, Ecology and Cryology of the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Makarov V.P. , Zhelibo T.V. ,   Institute of Natural Resources, Ecology and Cryology of the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Malykh O.F. ,   Institute of Natural Resources, Ecology and Cryology of the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Banshchikova E.A. ,   Institute of Natural Resources, Ecology and Cryology of the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Zima Yu.V. ,   Institute of Natural Resources, Ecology and Cryology of the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences
Published: October 2022

The study results of changes in the larch forests’ structure and biodiversity in the upper Khilok River basin (right tributary of the Selenga River) affected by the climate change and forest fires in the period from 1996 to 2018 are presented. It was found that the area of closed forests decreased by an average of 51 %, the burnt forest area and burnt timber increased by 46%, dwarf birches decreased by 12 %, the natural reforestation of the sample areas is 90 % poor and unsatisfactory. It was revealed that due to fires in forest communities, the total number of plant species and lichens decreases, indices of species wealth and biodiversity concentration decrease in plant communities, and the ratio of species of latitudinal geographical groups (forest, steppe and meadow) changes. It is shown that with further climate aridization, an increase in the area of dwarf birches communities after fires can lead to the replacement of forests with shrubby, and later grassy communities. It is recommended to continue research on changes in the structure and biological diversity of plant communities in the selected model areas due to an increase in the amount of spring-summer precipitation in the region.
Specifics of peat fires spreading and extinguishing in winter
Authors:   FSBSS HO «The Ural state Forest Engineering University», Secerin I.M. , Godovalov G.A. ,   FSBSS HO «The Ural state Forest Engineering University», Eritsov A.M. ,   FSBSS HO «The Ural state Forest Engineering University», Zalesov S.V. ,   FSBSS HO «The Ural state Forest Engineering University»
Published: October 2022

The article touches upon the analysis the number of peat fires in the Sverdlovsk region for the period from 2016 to 2021. It was found that the number of such fires in 2021 was 11,3 times higher than their average annual number over the past 5 years. It is noted that reason for the sharp increase in peat fires in 2021 is the accumulation of moisture deficiency in the soil and a decrease in the level of ground water. Steady ground fires led to the formation of many local peat fires in the autumn period, which continued to spread even after the snowfalls. In December 2021 28 active peat fires were recorded on the territory of the Sverdlovsk region. All peat fires can be conditionally divided into 2 types. The first type of peat fires is formed for lack of forest stand on the slope of the main drainage channel or on elevated relief elements. Smouldering in the hearth of this type spreads slowly forming cavities up to 2…9 m. The second type of the hearths is formed in the area of the peat deposit with the available forest stand. At the same time the smouldering foci expand under the roots of tree. The snow covering is not the reason for smouldering cessation. But rather maintains it by preserving the temperature to dry the adjacent layers of the peat. Peat fires should be extinguished by uprooting trees and mixing smouldering peat with snow and cold soil, followed by compaction to reduce temperature. Experimental extinguishing of peat fires in march 2022 showed that when using a bulldozer, it is possible to extinguish 0,5 of active foci in one shift.
“You paint when you speak”: On the creative process of Hans Christian Andersen
Authors: Kuczaba-Flisak Magdalena
Published: October 2022

The article analyses the creative process of Hans Christian Andersen. The author focuses on the writer’s early years and then juxtaposes them with his mature creative period. The author draws attention to problems in interpreting the translated works, demonstrating their nature based on various endings of “The Snow Queen”. Then she analyses what, how and with what means Andersen wrote. The section devoted to Andersen’s journals analyses his goals and aspirations and how his travel records later translated into his literature. In the next part, she presents the process seen through the eyes of the writer himself and his critics. Her conclusions emphasise the intense sensuality of Andersen’s works, his connection with the spoken language and the writer’s late conviction that he managed to make good use of his God-given gifts.
“Ja już podarłem kilka swoich sztuk…”. From the personal archive of Adam Tarn
Authors: Wasąg Magdalena
Published: October 2022

The personal archive of Adam Tarn (1902–1975), the first editor-in-chief of the Dialog monthly and a translator, critic, novelist, and playwright, includes notes with loose ideas for plays, notes to his unfinished book on Chekhov, and minor literary attempts, which he corrected, set aside and later expanded. This material, which Tarn’s heirs kindly offered me for study, constitutes a valuable proof the creative process and the evolution of the writing of the Dialog’s editor-in-chief. In the context of Obraz ojca w czterech ramach [Father’s Image in Four Frames] (1934), Tarn’s début novel and the only one he completed, the novel Kameleon [Chameleon] is an intriguing item in the author’s collection of unfinished works. In this article I shall discuss the material contained in Tarn’s personal archive. This study offers an insight into his “internal laboratory” of writing and enables one to read it from, e.g., the biographical perspective. The dating of the collected material can be only approximated. The earliest surviving prose attempt written in French probably came from the interwar period, while the final notes were composed during his émigré period after 1968, when Tarn was working on his unfinished book on Chekhov.
Transformations of linguistic forms in Anna Kamieńska’s work on Notatnik
Authors: Zarzycka Jagoda
Published: October 2022

This article is an attempt at answering the question about Anna Kamieńska editorial work on Notatnik. The discussion of the creative process applies to a manuscript fragment of the journal from the period 31 Oct 1971–15 Feb 1972, the work published in instalments in the 1970s in the W drodze periodical, and the book releases published in the 1980s. The analysis of editorial changes applies to selected linguistic forms. Those include, e.g., replacement of nouns with pronouns, diminutives with neutral forms or acronyms, questions with ascertainment, and the elimination of particles and first-person singular in verbs and pronouns. All of the listed interventions led to a shortening of passages and assigning them the nature of aphorisms.
Stanisław Grzesiuk w objęciach cenzury
Authors: Pachocki Dariusz
Published: October 2022

W artykule prezentowane są zagadnienia związane z wydawniczymi losami całości literackiego dorobku Stanisława Grzesiuka. Składają się nań trzy autobiograficzne powieści: Pięć lat kacetu, Boso, ale w ostrogach oraz Na marginesie życia. Wydania, które ukazały się za życia pisarza były poddawane różnego typu ingerencjom. Najważniejszym czynnikiem, który miał wpływ na ostateczna postać tekstu była instytucjonalna cenzura. Ponadto autor zmieniał swoje utwory pod wpływem nacisków wydawcy, rodziny oraz w ramach realizacji sądowej ugody. Redaktorzy nowej edycji dzieł Grzesiuka, która ukazała się w 2018 roku w wydawnictwie Pruszyński i S-ka, podjęli próbę rekonstrukcji tekstów sprzed pozaautorskich zmian. Zestawienie tych wydań z pierwodrukami i rękopisami dowodzi, iż wydawnictwo podjęło wiele niezrozumiałych decyzji, które mogą mieć wpływ na błędną recepcję autorskiego przekazu.
Lectures during the COVID-19 pandemic using the Education for Sustainability Development Oriented RADEC learning model
Authors: Suratmi Suratmi , Supriatna Nana , Sopandi Wahyu , Wulan Ana Ratna
Published: October 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic has lasted for more than 2 years. The education sector is one of the most influential fields to apply online learning policies. Indonesia has implemented online learning since the pandemic in 2020. This study aims to provide an overview of knowledge during the COVID-19 pandemic using the education for sustainable development (ESD)-oriented read, answer, discuss, explain and create (RADEC) model. This study used the descriptive method by providing an overview of the ESD-oriented RADEC learning process in the basic concepts of biology and science for prospective elementary schoolteachers. The research subjects were 33 prospective elementary schoolteacher students who contracted courses. The instruments used were observation sheets, documentation and a questionnaire. The results showed that lectures using the ESD-oriented RADEC model could be an alternative for online learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition, the ESD-oriented RADEC model may allow universities to instil the concept of ESD related to knowledge, attitudes and values that can support sustainable development.
Keywords: RADEC, prospective teacher, ESD, COVID-19.
The effects of E-learning based on a creatively cooperative method on student’s self-regulation ability in mathematics
Authors: Hidajat Flavia Aurelia
Published: October 2022

This study aims to determine the effect of the creatively cooperative learning method on students’ self-regulation abilities in mathematics. This study employed quantitative research with a One-Group Posttest-only design. The research participants were 93 students from the seventh grade at a secondary school. The data were collected using a mathematical problem-solving test and a self-regulated ability questionnaire. The data were analyzed using linear regression analysis. This study indicates that the implementation of the creatively cooperative learning method positively influences students’ self-regulated abilities in mathematics. This study informs educators about the importance of creatively cooperative learning methods to improve students’ self-regulation abilities in mathematics and achievement. Thus, educators can combine the creatively cooperative learning method to make effective and suitable teaching materials or learning plans.       
 
Keywords: mathematics learning; self-regulation ability; creative cooperative; learning methods; students’ creativity
Fisiología del sistema neuromuscular
Authors: Sánchez Klinge Marta Elena , Mutis Barreto Claudia Aixa
Published: October 2022

El sistema nervioso se encarga de recibir estímulos del exterior a través de los receptores sensoriales. Estos estímulos pueden ser de cualquier tipo, como los auditivos, visuales o táctiles. Muchos de los receptores están situados en toda la superficie del cuerpo. Luego de recibir los estímulos, los receptores que actúan como transductores (aquellos que transforma un tipo de energía en otra) los transforman en impulsos o potenciales de acción (PA) , conocidos también como excitaciones nerviosas que se dirigen hacia el sistema nervioso central (SNC) a través de los nervios periféricos de la vía aferente o neurona sensitiva. Dicho impulso se puede dirigir hacia diferentes segmentos del SNC como las áreas sensitivas de la médula espinal, la sustancia reticular, el cerebelo, el tálamo y las áreas somestésicas de la corteza cerebral.
Salud pública veterinaria
Authors: Villamil Jiménez Luis Carlos , Romero-Prada Jaime R. , Soler-Tovar Diego
Published: October 2022

La publicación de este libro representa un importante paso en documentar, analizar y comentar los retos pasados, presentes y futuros relacionados con la Salud Pública Veterinaria (SPV). En general, este libro analiza la SPV en el contexto latinoamericano, con especial énfasis en Colombia. Actualmente, el mundo está presenciando la globalización, la urbanización, el crecimiento demográfico y el consumo desmedido de los recursos naturales. Asimismo, están haciéndose sentir las consecuencias directas e indirectas de los cambios climáticos, la extendida recesión económica y los recientes trastornos políticos. También empiezan a reconocerse las estrechas y múltiples relaciones entre salud animal, salud humana y salud del medio ambiente. Es con este trasfondo que los autores hacen un llamado a la urgente necesidad de confrontar problemas que emergen desde la interfaz humano-animal-medio ambiente en una forma holística y multidisciplinaria para identificar riesgos y encontrar soluciones coherentes, efectivas, sensibles y sostenibles.
Farewell lecture by Professor A. M. Celâl Şengör the developments in geology during the last 40 years I spent at the ITU and ITU's contribution
Authors: ŞENGÖR A.m. Celal
Published: October 2022

This paper is a somewhat enlarged version of my farewell lecture delivered on 23rd March 2022 at the Faculty of Mines of the Istanbul Technical University (ITU). It reviews some of the important developments in geology during the 40 years I was a faculty member at the ITU and the contribution of the ITU geologists to some of these developments. As stipulated in the syllabus, the first hour-and-a half of this lesson we devoted to a discussion of normal faults. As this is my last lesson as a faculty member at the ITU because of the compulsory retirement imposed by law on every professor at age 67 in Türkiye, I gladly respond to a general request that I review in the remaining hour-and-a-half the development of geology in the world during the 40 years I spent at the ITU and ITU's contribution to some of these developments.
FDI Led Growth Hypothesis and Export Led Growth Hypothesis in ASEAN
Authors: Prasetyo Alvin Sugeng , Susandika Mochammad Devis
Published: October 2022

Economic growth is a macroeconomic variable that is always the government's attention. This is because economic growth is an indicator of a country's economic performance. If economic growth grows high, then economic development goes well, so that people are more prosperous. This study aims to examine and analyze the role of FDI and exports on economic growth in ASEAN. The research method used is a causality panel with a research period of 2010-2020. The causality panel used in this study detects how the relationship between FDI, exports, and economic growth in ASEAN is. The estimation results show a unidirectional relationship between FDI to economic growth, and exports to economic growth. Therefore, the hypothesis of FDI led growth and export-led growth is acceptable. The recommendation given to each country is that it is hoped that the governments of the ASEAN region will further facilitate foreign investment permits by means of deregulation that makes it difficult for foreign investors. Recommendations related to exports are that the governments of each ASEAN country need to map out potential and non-potential exports, if potential exports are increased, while non-potential ones need to be innovated.
The ethical structure of production
Authors: Wiśniewski Jakub Bożydar
Published: October 2022

The main contention of the present paper is that the capital structure of production, the preservation of which is often regarded as the essence of economic sustainability, needs to be grounded in the parallel ethical structure of production in order to remain intact. The article identifies several tendencies conducive to the erosion of the ethical production structure. Subsequently, it suggests that some of these tendencies may well be strongly present in today’s economic and cultural climate in the so-called developed world, thereby jeopardizing its prospects for continued economic growth and progress. Finally, the author indicates that only a widespread and well-established understanding of the relationship between the capital structure of production and its ethical counterpart can prevent a retrogression from the current, historically unprecedented level of global economic well-being.
O corpo em retalhos
Authors: Oliveira Junior Ribamar José de
Published: October 2022

Do close à postura no festejo junino, procuro refletir sobre as perfechatividades de gênero no São João a partir das experiências da quadrilha Balão Junina Cariri no bairro João Cabral em Juazeiro do Norte, interior do Ceará. Para tanto, situo a produção performativa do grupo diante dos lugares de passagem que atravessam os corpos e as fendas negociadas pela tradição. Ao levar em consideração o percurso da quadrilheira Mellysa Giselly, mais conhecida como Pinto, penso sobre a presença de pessoas LGBTQIA+ nas quadrilhas na medida em que elas fazem a festa enquanto fazem a fechação. Afinal, o gênero que dança no corpo de quem brinca pode aparecer costurado por meio de retalhos performativos.
Os indígenas no spray de Cranio e Raiz
Authors: Silva Adriano Alves da , Demarchi André Luis Campanha
Published: October 2022

Este artigo visa analisar as imagens indígenas presentes nos graffitis de dois artistas brasileiros contemporâneos, Cranio e Raiz, respectivamente. Trata-se de compreender, sobretudo, como os dois artistas em questão tratam de modo distinto os povos indígenas em sua produção imagética nas cidades, e os possíveis desdobramentos destas produções. Por um lado, Cranio apresenta a contraintuitividade das imagens a partir da construção de um personagem indígena híbrido. Raiz, por outro lado, constrói seus personagens indígenas marcando as diferenças étnicas e culturais. Em ambos os casos, trazem a discussão sobre o lugar do sujeito indígena na sociedade, contrariando o apagamento ideológico.
Impact of Academic Self-Efficacy on Entrepreneurial Intention of Faculty of Sport Sciences' Students: Bayburt University
Authors: Adatepe Eda , Unlu Yilmaz
Published: October 2022

This study aimed to determine the academic self-efficacy and entrepreneurial levels of the students studying in the faculties of sport sciences, to define the factors affecting these characteristics and to determine their impacts. In this study, the Entrepreneurial Scale for University Students and the Academic Self-Efficacy Scale were applied to 372 students studying at the faculty of. sport sciences. According to analysis results of the data obtained, it has been determined that the entrepreneurial levels of the students participating in the research are high. Entrepreneurial levels of male students are higher. than female students. Positive relationships were found with respect to the age variable in the dimensions of entrepreneurship and cognitive practices. BPT (Basic Proficiency Test) score has positive significant relations with entrepreneurship, cognitive practices and technical skills and CGPA has positive significant relations with academic self-efficacy scale sub-dimensions. As the work experience period of the students increased, the acquired level of entrepreneurship also increased. Moreover, as their academic self-efficacy increased, their entrepreneurial intentions also increased. The results obtained include empirical evidence that academic self-efficacy has a statistically significant. and positive impact on entrepreneurial intention. Therefore, higher education institutions should focus on improving the academic performance of students studying in undergraduate, associate and graduate education in order to increase their intention to create new job opportunities. Since this study only includes the opinions of the students of the faculty of sport sciences, it is recommended to expand the sample group and investigate the effect of different variables on entrepreneurial intention.
Dual System Curriculum in Chemical Engineering Education
Authors: Halim Abdul
Published: October 2022

Higher education for chemical engineering is required to fulfill several aspects of the required skill and knowledge requested by stakeholders, including professional societies, company partners, accreditation boards, and national standards. Ministry of education of Indonesia under Makarim administration also mandated more liberal practice in Indonesian higher education as jargoned as "Merdeka Belajar Kampus Merdeka (MBKM)" means "freedom to learn, freedom campus". These several aspects, combined with the current COVID-19 pandemic, bring a massive problem in the curriculum. Herein, we discuss and propose a dual system curriculum to accommodate the government standard's requirement, minimize the gap between education and industry, and the professional association. The initial implementation in two universities is observed and the challenges, future direction and lesson learned are discussed. We expect the curriculum gives the student experience learning in the classroom and a live laboratory in conjunction with MBKM's spirit.
Efficiency of Adsorption and Photodegradation of Composite TiO2/Fe2O3 and Industrial Waste in Cyanide Removal
Authors: Amaro-Medina Blanca Margarita , Martinez-Luevanos Antonia , Soria-Aguilar Ma. de Jesus , Sanchez-Castillo Marco Antonio , Estrada-Flores Sofia , Carrillo-Pedroza Francisco Raul
Published: October 2022

This research is mainly focused on the evaluation of TiO2/Fe2O3 composite and two industrial types of waste (kaolin (Clay-K) and a blast furnace sludge (BFS)) as adsorbent materials of cyanide and as photocatalysts. First, adsorption tests were performed in the absence of light. During photodegradation experiments, the effect of the type of irradiation (ultraviolet (UV) light), visible light and natural sunlight), irradiation time, the type of photocatalyst, as well as irradiance in case of natural sunlight use, were investigated. Adsorption results indicate that Clay-K and TiO2/Fe2O3 materials adsorb approximately twice as much cyanide compared to the BFS sample, which only adsorbs 33.3% (124.87 mg/g); this is due to its smaller specific surface area (5.69 m2/g) compared to that of the other two materials (Clay-K and TiO2/Fe2O3 (14.93 m2/g and 66.59 m2/g, respectively). The results obtained from the study of photodegradation of cyanide under UV irradiation, indicate that Clay-K and BFS samples photodegrade cyanide by 96.44% and 92.66%, respectively. On the other hand, using UV irradiation plus solar irradiation and visible plus solar irradiation, the best photocatalyst was the TiO2/Fe2O3, with 98.66% photodegradation. The use of natural sunlight (irradiance of 600 to 800 W/m2) of a NaCN solution of 750 mg/L, the BFS material was the most efficient to photodegrade cyanide, obtaining 97% in two hours and 87% in just 30 minutes of irradiation.
Exposure to Misinformation, Risk Perception and Confidence towards the Government as Factors Influencing Negative Attitudes on COVID-19 Vaccination in Malaysia
Authors: Mohamad Emma , Tham Jen Sern , Mohd Ajis Siti Zaiton , Hamzah Mohammad Rezal , Ayub Suffian Hadi , Tri Sakti Andi Muhammad , Azlan Arina Anis
Published: October 2022

Introduction: This study explores exposure to misinformation, COVID-19 risk perception, and confidence towards the government as predictors to negative attitudes toward the COVID-19 vaccine. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was carried out from 30 June to 30 August 2021 involving 775 respondents. The survey instrument for the questionnaire is an adaptation from various different studies consisting of five main variables: 1) misinformation about vaccination; 2) risk perception toward COVID-19; 3) attitudes toward the vaccination programme; 4) intention to get vaccinated; and 5) public confidence in the government in executing the vaccination programme. Results: The results of this study indicate that higher exposure to misinformation led to higher levels of negative attitudes toward the COVID-19 vaccine. When the perceived risk of COVID-19 infection was high, mistrust of vaccine benefits was low but there were also higher worries about the future effects of the vaccine. Confidence in government was associated with lower negative attitudes toward the COVID-19 vaccine. Conclusion: The results of this study may help develop an understanding of negative attitudes toward vaccinations in Malaysia and its contributing factors.
Deep Learning-based Synthesized View Quality Enhancement with DIBR Distortion Mask Prediction Using Synthetic Images
Authors: Zhang Huan , Cao Jiangzhong , Zheng Dongsheng , Yao Ximei , Ling Bingo Wing-Kuen
Published: October 2022

Recently, deep learning-based image quality enhancement models have been proposed to improve the perceptual quality of distorted synthesized views impaired by compression and Depth Image Based Rendering (DIBR) process in multiview video systems. However, due to the lack of multi-view video plus depth data, the training data for quality enhancement models is small, which limits the performance and progress of these models. Augmenting the training data to enhance the Synthesized View Quality Enhancement (SVQE) models is a feasible solution. In this paper, we suggest a deep learning-based SVQE model using more synthetic Synthesized View Images (SVIs). To simulate the irregular geometric displacement of DIBR distortion, a random irregular polygon-based SVI synthesis method is proposed based on existing massive RGB/RGBD data, and a synthetic synthesized view database is constructed, which includes synthetic SVIs and DIBR distortion masks. Moreover, to further guide the SVQE models to focus more precisely on DIBR distortion, the DIBR distortion mask prediction network which could predict the position and variance of DIBR distortion is embedded into the SVQE models. The experimental results demonstrate that by pretraining on the synthetic SVI database, the performance of the existing SVQE models could be greatly promoted. In addition, by introducing the DIBR distortion mask prediction network, the SVI quality could be further enhanced.
Oxidative Stress-Induced Overactivation of Frog Eggs Triggers Calcium-Dependent Non-Apoptotic Cell Death
Authors: Tokmakov Alexander A. , Morichika Yudai , Teranishi Ryuga , Sato Ken-Ichi
Published: October 2022

Excessive activation of frog eggs (overactivation) is a pathological process that renders eggs unfertilizable. Its physiological inducers are unknown. Previously, oxidative stress was shown to cause time- and dose-dependent overactivation of Xenopus laevis frog eggs [1]. Here, we demonstrate that the oxidative stress-induced egg overactivation is a calcium-dependent phe-nomenon which can be attenuated in the presence of the selective calcium chelator BAPTA. Degradation of cyclin B2, which is known to be initiated by calcium transient in fertilized or parthenogenetically activated eggs, can also be observed in the overactivated eggs. Decline in mitochondrial membrane potential, ATP depletion and termination of protein synthesis manifest in the eggs within one hour of triggering overactivation. These intracellular events occur in the absence of caspase activation. Furthermore, plasma membrane integrity is compromised in the overactivated eggs, as evidenced by ATP leakage and egg swelling. In sum, our data demonstrate that oxidative stress-induced overactivation of frog eggs causes fast and dramatic disruption of cellular homeostasis, resulting in robust and expedited cell death by a calcium-dependent non-apoptotic mechanism.
Plasma and Colostrum Selenium Statuses of Properly Supplemented Belgian Blue Cows on Commercial Farms and their Relationship with Source of Dietary Selenium and Blood Biomarkers.
Authors: Delhez Pauline , Knapp Emilie , Pirard Barbara , Gauthier Marceau , Rao Anne-Sophie , Rao Louis , Hanzen Christian , Theron Leonard
Published: October 2022

Selenium (Se) is an essential trace element for the health and immunity of cattle. Double-muscled Belgian Blue cows are well known to be prone to nutritional deficiencies. Colostrum Se level is also a key factor to promote immunoglobulin intake in young calves. The main objectives of this study were to assess (1) the plasma and colostrum Se statuses of properly-supplemented Belgian-Blue cows on commercial farms and (2) the relationship between Se concentrations in plasma and colostrum. Secondary objectives were to assess relationships between plasma or colostrum Se concentrations and dietary Se supplementation as well as blood biomarkers. Blood and colostrum samples were collected from 49 Belgian Blue cows on 5 commercial farms in Belgium. They received 5 different rations with Se supplementation ranging from 0.5 to 2 ppm including 20% to 83% of organic form. Results showed that average Se concentration was 90 +- 15 µg/L in plasma and 79 +- 26 µg/L in colostrum, consistent with previous studies on well-supplemented cows. No relationship was observed between Se concentrations in plasma and colostrum, suggesting that colostrum Se testing would be a complementary indicator for improving calf Se supplementation. Relationships between plasma or colostrum Se and dietary Se or blood biomarkers emphasized the complexity of Se metabolism in observational studies under field conditions.
Analisis SWOT sebagai Strategi Peningkatan Pengunjung Eduwisata Garam Madura
Authors: Sofia Hikma , Jannah Miftahul , Hadyarti Vidi
Published: October 2022

This study aims to determine the potential and problems experienced by Eduwisata Garam Madura. These potentials and problems can be analyzed using a SWOT analysis. from the analysis, it can be found strategies that can be applied in Eduwisata Garam Madura. Strategies that can be applied include utilizing the concept of edutourism by making the destination attractive to visit and providing river crossing facilities and adding instagramable selfie spots so that consumers are loyal, utilizing the e-salt concept by providing affordable prices to attract the attention of new visitors, and completing area facilities. ample parking and transportation to minimize customers switching to new competitors and visitors can visit Eduwisata Garam Madura.
MERDEKA BELAJAR ANAK USIA DINI DALAM MENGEMBANGKAN KOGNITIF ANAK: SEBUAH KAJIAN FENOMENOLOGI
Authors: Latif Muhammad Abdul , Munafiah Nida’ul , Rachmawati Yulia Dwi
Published: October 2022

Perkembangan otak anak usia dini mengalami peningkatan sebesar 80%, seperti halnya teori piaget bahwa anak usia dini adalah usia kritis. Konsep belajar menyenangkan dengan asas bermain adalah cara anak usia dini belajar. Kebijakan merdeka belajar pada pendidikan anak usia dini menjadi fenomena yang gencar-gencarnya diterapkan di Lembaga Pendidikan Anak Usia Dini. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengkaji konsep merdeka belajar pada pendidikan anak usia dini dan pencapaian pada perkembangan kognitif anak. Metode penelitian yang digunakan jenis penelitian kualitatif dengan pendekatan fenomenologi. Teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan observasi partisipasi pasif, wawancara semi terstruktur, dan dokumentasi. Informan penelitian ini terdiri atas pendiri, guru, perserta didik, dan orang tua di Taman Anak Sanggar Anak Alam (TA SALAM). Analisis data menggunakan model Milles and Huberman. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa Taman Anak Sanggar Anak Alam (TA SALAM) memiliki konsep merdeka belajar pada pendidikan anak usia dini yang membebaskan anak untuk belajar secara mandiri. Fasilitator di TA SALAM sebagai mediator anak untuk bertanya tentang apa yang sudah diperoleh di lingkungan. Pencapaian perkembangan kognitif anak di TA SALAM, terlihat bahwa kesiapan belajar anak di usia 5-6 tahun dikatakan sangat baik yaitu: anak menyelesaikan masalah sendiri, anak menemukan ide sendiri, anak mengenal warna, dan anak mengenal angka.
Donna Orange: Sistemas intersubjetivos, Filosofía y Ética
Authors: Rodríguez Sutil Carlos
Published: October 2022

In this paper we examine Donna Orange's contribution to ethics within the psychoanalytic clinic, from the perspective of the theory of intersubjective systems and the critique of the Cartesian isolated mind. Above all, she says we must place a radically asymmetrical relationship, of infinite responsibility to the other person. The ethical approach proposed by Orange derives from the ideas of Emmanuel Levinas, regarding the curvature of the intersubjective space and the total asymmetry before the face of the other, which we cannot take as an object of knowledge, and, later, that of the Danish philosopher, Knud Ejler Løgstrup, also a huge defender of that asymmetry: a person is a debtor because he or she exists and has received his life as a gift. We criticize this absolutism of moral obligation that is based on “debt”, concept very close to “guilt”, and not from “joy”. We criticize this proposed absolutism of the moral obligation that is based on "debt", close to "fault", and not from joy, and which poses what we consider a moral egocentrism. Ultimately, who is the subject of the moral mandate?
Culture of Primary Human Lung Microvascular Endothelial Cells
Authors: Vitucci Eva CM , McCullough Shaun D.
Published: October 2022

This protocol describes the thawing, culturing, and cryopreservation of primary human lung microvascular endothelial cells (pMVECs). Disclaimer: The contents of this article have been reviewed by the US Environmental Protection Agency and approved for publication and do not necessarily represent Agency policy. Mention of trade names or commercial products does not constitute endorsement or recommendations for use. NOTE: There is a consolidated PDF version of this protocol in the supplementary files section below.
Journal of Insect Conservation Survival of eggs to third instar of late-summer and fall-breeding monarch butterflies (Danaus plexippus) and queen butterflies (Danaus gilippus) in north Texas
Authors: Scott Alyx , Contreras Kelsey , Stevenson Misty , Hudman Kalynn L. , Kopachena Jeffrey G.
Published: October 2022

Introduction: Eastern migratory monarch butterflies (Danaus plexippus) have declined over 80% in recent years, but little is known about fall reproduction in the southern U.S. where monarchs may compete with queen butterflies (Danaus gilippus).
Aims/Methods: We provide data on the survival to third instar, associated arthropods, and phenology of fall breeding monarchs and queens in Texas.
Results: Monarch and queen survival was high, but varied among years. Oleander aphids (Aphis nerii), jumping spiders (Salticidae), and red imported fire ants (Solenopsis invicta) had minor negative effects on survival. The abundance of monarchs and queens on the study site peaked three to four weeks before the main passage of monarchs in the area. Queens had similar phenology and exhibited a migratory pattern similar to monarchs but on a smaller scale.
Discussion: Survival of fall monarchs is high and likely to be important for winter roost recruitment. Fall egg survival was not greatly affected by any particular arthropod taxon, but may be affected by precipitation. Fall reproduction is a response to available host plants and likely adaptive. The timing of oviposition enables pupae to eclose in time for successful migration to winter roosts.
Implications for Insect Conservation: Management of Asclepias viridisand other native milkweeds to facilitate fall reproduction is important for the recovery of monarchs because it buffers variable productivity occurring further north and contributes significantly to overwintering populations. Management should use mowing and burn schedules that promote high quality host plants. Populations of queens should be monitored for their potential to compete with monarchs especially in response to the potential impacts of parasite resistance and climate change.