bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Assessment of Industrial Influent and Effluent Water Quality at a Bottling Company in Aba, Abia State, Nigeria
Authors: Ochor N. O. , Onyeizu R. U. , Uchendu U. I. , Ikpeazu O. V.
Published: August 2020

his study assessed water sources (treated water, pond water and harvested rain water) and effluents discharge from a bottling company, Aba, Abia State. A single factor experiment in randomized complete block designs with three replications was used to assess the physicochemical properties of water at various sources. The result shows that pond water and rain water gave significantly the highest and least N and P contents respectively (N: 33.60-5.60 mg/L; P: 12.40-10.30 mg/L). The K contents of the various water point sources were significantly higher as follows: Pond water > Effluent water > Rain water > Treated water (6.50 > 0.30 > 0.20 > 0.20). Pond water was statistically highest in Mg contents when compared to other sources. The Fe contents were significantly higher as follows: Effluent water > Rain water > Treated water > Pond water, while Fe content in pond water wasn’t significantly higher when compared to its content in Rain water. Pond water and treated water were significantly the highest and least (P<0.05) in organic matter (OM) and Organic Carbon (OC) contents respectively. No significant differences existed between color intensity and turbidity values of the various water point sources. Effluent water from the industry and pond water were significantly the least in DO values respectively. Rain water and pond water were significantly the least in BOD concentrations. Effluent water was significantly the highest in TSS values, while the least TSS values were significantly recorded for Treated water and Rain water.
Autoantibodies to β1-adrenergic receptor: pathogenetic role, mechanisms of action and methods of determination
Authors: Пекло М.М. , Липатова Л.Н. , Герасимова Е.И.
Published: August 2020

Аутоантитела к β1-адренорецептору (АДРБ1 АТ) часто обнаруживаются в сыворотке пациентов с хронической сердечной недостаточностью, обусловленной различными этиологическими факторами. АДРБ1 АТ выявляются также и у некоторых здоровых доноров, однако они отличаются по своим функциональным свойствам от антител крови больных. Патогенетическая роль АДРБ1 АТ была продемонстрирована в различных модельных экспериментах на животных. Рассмотрены предполагаемые патогенетические механизмы действия АДРБ1 АТ. Приводятся различные данные, свидетельствующие о предполагаемой особой роли аутоантител подкласса IgG3 в развитии сердечно-сосудистых патологий. В клинической практике наличие АДРБ1 АТ в крови больных играет прогностическую роль , а так же может являться маркером желудочковых нарушений ритма сердца. Анализируются различные методы выявления АДРБ1 АТ: иммуноферментный анализ с использованием пептидов в качестве антигена, а также методы с использованием в качестве антигена нативной молекулы адренорецептора. Наиболее информационно значимыми являются функциональные методы определения АДРБ1 АТ, в которых исследуется их биологическая активность. Такими методами авляются определение хронотропного эффекта антител на культурах кардиомиоцитов, а также детектирование подъема концентрации цАМФ на линиях клеток, экспрессирующих молекулу адренорецептора.

Autoantibodies to β1-adrenergic receptor (β1ADR Ab) are often found in the serum of patients with congestive heart failure due to various etiologic factors. β1ADR Abs also occur in some healthy donors, however, such antibodies differ by their functional characteristics from those discovered in the blood of diseased subjects. Pathogenetic role of β1ADR Abs has been demonstrated in various animal models. Presumed pathogenetic mechanisms of β1ADR Ab action have been reviewed. Different evidences for putative specific role of IgG3 autoantibodies in the development of cardiovascular disorders are presented. In clinical practice, the presence of β1ADR Abs in patients’ blood has a prognostic value and can also be a marker of ventricular cardiac rhythm disturbances. Different methods of β1ADR Abs detection have been reviewed, including enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay using peptides as antigens and methods utilizing a native molecule of adrenergic receptor as an antigen. The highest informative value have the functional methods of β1ADR Abs detection, which are based on the evaluation of their biologic activity. These methods include the measuring of the chronotropic effect of antibodies in cultured cardiomyocytes and detection of increase in intracellular cAMP levels in cell lines expressing the molecules of adrenergic receptor.
An Enhanced Safety System for Auto Mode E-Vehicles through Mind Wave Feedback
Authors: Dr. Bindhu V
Published: August 2020

Auto mode vehicles are also called as auto pilot vehicles which are running with the help of programmed artificial intelligence. As of now the auto pilot vehicles are designed to operate for certain distance by analyzing the alertness of driver through his physical presence. The physical presence is verified by reading the driver’s touch signal to the steering connected in a vehicle. The proposed system is designed to enhance the safety feature of a vehicle by analyzing the driver’s alertness through his mind wave. The mind wave signal variations are continuously monitored through a microcontroller and it will enables the auto pilot mode when there is an emergency. The auto pilot mode enabled at such situations are designed to avoid accidents by stopping the vehicle in a safety manner. The prototype of the design is verified in the paper by conducing several experiments.
Estudo sobre aplicação de campo magnético no tratamento de águas para consumo humano
Authors: Pinheiro Massaut Matheus , Dalsasso Ramon Lucas
Published: August 2020

No âmbito do tratamento de águas, busca-se sempre o avanço do conhecimento de novos métodos que não requerem extensão de plantas existentes, construção de reatores e que não gerem despesas excessivas. Este artigo apresenta um estudo sobre a aplicação de campo magnético no tratamento de águas para consumo humano, analisando o comportamento dos parâmetros turbidez e cor aparente. O sistema de tratamento elaborado nesta pesquisa possui as características de filtração direta, sendo composto pelas etapas de coagulação e filtração. Um gerador de campo magnético foi construído e instalado para magnetizar a água antes e após a aplicação de coagulante. A partir da exposição de 8 mT, quando exposto campo magnético associado a aplicação de coagulante químico, foi possível verificar o auxílio do campo magnético na remoção de turbidez e cor aparente.
Palavras-chave: Tratamento Magnético das Águas. Turbidez. Cor Aparente. Campo magnético. Tratamento de Água.
Aplicação da eletrocoagulação para reúso de efluente na indústria de produção de eucalipto
Authors: Biassio Vanessa , Sinézio de Carvalho Campos João
Published: August 2020

Este trabalho apresenta resultados da aplicação do processo de eletrocoagulação no tratamento de efluente gerado em viveiro florestal da indústria de produção de eucalipto. Os resultados referem-se às amostras do efluente coletadas no início e final de três tratamentos realizados ao longo de um ano, em que se analisaram os parâmetros de DBO, DQO, turbidez, pH e condutividade elétrica. Os resultados mostram redução de 80% em DBO, 95% em DQO, 99% em turbidez, indicando que a eletrocoagulação é uma excelente alternativa para o tratamento desse tipo de efluente e o torna adequado para reúso em irrigação. Houve redução de 16% em média na condutividade elétrica, indicando remoção de sais e metais. Em todos os efluentes tratados ocorreu aumento no valor do pH de 7 para 9. Cabe ressaltar que as placas utilizadas são de alumínio e o tempo de tratamento está ao redor de uma hora no máximo, tempo curto se comparado a tratamentos convencionais.
Palavras-chave: Eletrocoagulação. Tratamento de Efluente. Produção de Eucalipto.
Gerenciamento de resíduos sólidos urbanos: cenários, custos e oportunidades
Authors: Berticelli Ritielli , Pandolfo Adalberto , Korf Eduardo , Pasquali Pâmela , Mulinari Jéssica
Published: August 2020

Objetivou-se avaliar a viabilidade econômica de cenários voltados para o gerenciamento dos resíduos sólidos urbanos (RSU), verificando se é possível reduzir os custos por meio do cumprimento da legislação vigente. A metodologia consistiu na criação de cenários com alternativas de gerenciamento de RSU para o município de Passo Fundo, localizado no sul do Brasil, com característica de médio porte. Foram criados dois cenários, o cenário inercial, que considerou a manutenção das condições atuais do sistema, e o cenário normativo, que propõe a criação de um novo modelo baseado nos preceitos da política nacional de resíduos sólidos, de acordo com a Lei Federal 12.305/2010. As principais características técnicas, econômicas e operacionais desses cenários foram levantadas e foi realizada a análise de viabilidade econômica dos mesmos. O resultado da pesquisa demonstrou que o cenário normativo é mais viável economicamente, reduzindo os custos com o gerenciamento dos RSU em aproximadamente 25%. A pesquisa permitiu avaliar a estimativa de custos necessários para cada cenário e a sua conclusão retrata que é possível seguir os objetivos estabelecidos pela Política Nacional de Resíduos Sólidos e ao mesmo tempo reduzir os custos com a gestão dos RSU.
Palavras-chave: Gerenciamento de resíduos sólidos. Viabilidade econômica. Política Nacional de Resíduos Sólidos.
Awesome repetition of number 3 in correction of Trimorphic Extreme Clubfoot Deformities by Triple Surgical Skin Expansion (An Evolutionary, Multifaceted, Scientific Perspective)
Authors: Dr. R.L. Mittal
Published: August 2020

Author, a passionate researcher in Clubfoot, since over half a century, published an article on trimorphic extreme clubfoot deformities https://doi.org/10.1007/s00264-017-3741-6, in International Orthopaedics (SICOT) in 2018. This was original research in this grey area, prevalent in LMICs with more than 80 % global population. AIM: Continuing in similar vein, author was motivated to write this unique article with certain “believe-it-or-not” events, under three headings: FIRSTLY; many things are destined to happen in nature at a fixed time and place. This research, happening pointedly at Patiala, is another such event.

HOW and WHY of this, are given in PREFACE and INTRODUCTION of author’s Clubfoot Book [57]. SECONDLY: unprecedented, 20 repetitions of number 3 in any research, besides five in personal life and THIRDLY, on Google search, number 3 in numerology, symbolic of planet Jupiter, has innumerable good attributes for the related people. This number has also been found to have, since ancient times, myriad unbelievable, evolutionary bonds, in every area of humanity, on planet earth and beyond; which are scientific, spiritual, socio- religious, political etc. MATERIAL has been derived from the contents of author’s clubfoot research and METHODS have been Google Search, daily living human activities and author’s experience. CONCLUSIONS: 1. Many events are completely scientific; 2. Others are unique coincidences with scientific explanation and 3. Still others are amazing truths, proving once again veracity of famous quote “Truth is Stranger than Fiction”. Because of its uniqueness, this article does need a loud awakening call, to spread its wings.
Vermicompost and cow dung admixture increases rhizosphere bacterial population and promotes rapid physiological maturity in Maize (Zea mays L.)
Authors: Chatterjeea Priya , Mandala Paramita , Mandal Sudipto , Chatterjeec Soumendranath
Published: August 2020

Incessant application of chemical fertilizers to the agricultural fields may alter the composition and activities of soil microbiota. Thus, the shift of cultivation practices from chemical to organic is considered to be the need of the hour in order to maintain soil health. A study was conducted in the agricultural fields of the University of Burdwan, India to observe the impact of organic manure on rhizosphere bacterial community. The experiments were conducted on maize plants, supplemented with the recommended dose of chemical fertilizer and organic manure (vermicompost and cow dung mixture). Corresponding changes in the plant phenological events and soil health in terms of soil physico-chemical factors and rhizosphere bacterial groups up to the level of CFU g-1× 105 dry soil were noted.The results showed a significant increase in population of nitrifying bacteria, asymbiotic nitrogen-fixing bacteria and protein hydrolysing bacteria in the organically treated plots. Moreover, the organic manure increases the bacterial population of rhizosphere, which in turn has a positive impact on maize growth and yield. The growth of the three groups of bacteria was attributed to the type of organic manure supplied to the agricultural fields.In addition, strong correlation was observed between Zn and protein hydrolysing bacteria. The soil organic carbon and available nitrogen were strongly correlated with nitrifying, fat solubilizing and phosphate solubilizing groups of bacteria.
Estado, derechos y políticas públicas de la población negra, palenquera y afrocolombiana
Authors: Hernández Cassiani Rubén Darío
Published: August 2020

Este artículo analiza las políticas públicas implementadas por el Estado colombiano relacionadas con los derechos de la población afrocolombiana, negra y palenquera como colectividad étnica diferenciada. La persistencia de rezagos históricos y estructurales evidencian el incumplimiento del Estado colombiano en la aplicación de estas políticas, sobre todo en la no reglamentación de los capítulos IV, V y VII de la Ley 70 de 1993. Estas constituyen el corazón de las acciones territoriales, ambientales y socioeconómicas que deben implementarse para proteger el mundo cultural de esta población. Los problemas no son específicos del Pacífico colombiano, regiones como el Caribe y los valles interandinos también muestran un progreso deficiente en la titulación de las tierras. Desde lo metodológico, el artículo se fundamenta en documentos internos de las organizaciones, fuentes bibliográficas y la memoria de participantes en eventos como congresos, talleres y seminarios del movimiento social afrocolombiano
Democracia indígena en contextos multiculturales
Authors: Mora Navarro Natalia
Published: August 2020

En el siglo XXI, el reconocimiento de la diversidad cultural al interior de un Estado plantea la necesidad de encaminar acciones para el fortalecimiento de la democracia, con respeto a la pluralidad y la diferencia, lo que en un contexto multicultural requiere de la corresponsabilidad de distintos actores y de un diálogo entre pueblos indígenas y los Gobiernos. Este procesoes fundamental para el reconocimiento de las diferencias.
The Effect of Leverage, Profitability, Liquidity, and Asset Growth on Corporate Value of Consumption Goods Sectors Listed in Idonesia Stock Exchange in 2015-2018
Authors: . Naelly , Mustafa Matrodji
Published: August 2020

The value of companies in the consumer goods sector listed on the IDX in the 2015-2018 period tends to fluctuate. Company value can reflect the prosperity of a company. The value of the company is also a consideration for investors to invest. One indicator used to measure the high and low values of a company is to look at the company's Price to Book Value (PBV). By analyzing a company's financial statements, it can be seen whether the company has a high or low investment value. The financial ratios reflected in the financial statements are thought to affect the value of the company. This study intends to examine the effect of Debt Equity Ratio (DER), Return on Assets (ROA), Current Ratio (CR), and Asset Growth on Price to Book Value (PBV). The sampling technique used purposive sampling and obtained a sample of 20 consumer goods sector companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in the 2015-2018 period. The research method uses panel data regression analysis. From the results of the study concluded that DER, ROA, and Asset Growth had a positive and significant effect on PBV, whereas CR had a negative and not significant effect on PBV.
Radiological Parameters for Conservative Management of Solid Organ Injuries in a Tertiary Care Hospital
Authors: K.Prit Hridhay. , Boney Dr. Perumal
Published: August 2020

The management of solid organ injuries has changed drastically over the past couple of decades, with there being a shift from operative to conservative mode of management. The main purpose of this study is to establish radiological parameters for conservative management in order to make conservative mode of management more efficient. Retrospective analysis of solid organ injuries was done for 50 patients between January 2020 and March 2020 in a tertiary care hospital. It is found that conservative mode of management can be considered for patients belonging to grade I, II and III according to AAST classification of Splenic and Hepatic injuries whereas in Renal injuries it is considered for patients belonging to grade I and II
SPOTTER: Detection of Human Beings Under Collapsed Environment
Authors: U Aparna , B Athira , M V Anuja , Ramakrishnan Aswathy , R Divya
Published: August 2020

Collapse of man-made structures, such as buildings and bridges earth quakes and fire accident, occur with varying frequency across the world. In such a scenario, the survived human beings are likely to get trapped in the cavities created by collapsed building material. During post disaster rescue operations, searchand-rescue crews have a very limited or no knowledge of the presence, location, and number of the trapped victims. Deep learning is a fast-growing domain of machine learning, mainly for solving problems in computer vision. One of the implementation of deep learning is detection of objects including humans, based on video stream. Thus, the presence of a human buried under earthquake rubble or hidden behind barriers can be identified using deep learning. This is done with the help of USB camera which can be inserted into the rubble. Spotter also gives an audio message about the location of the human presence and gives the area where the human is likely to be present. Human detection is done with the help of Computer Vision using OpenCV.
Prolene Hernia System Herniorraphy Versus Open Inguinal Hernia Repair by Lichtenstein Tension Free Mesh Hernioplasty -A Randomized Study
Authors: Malhotra Dr. Kunal , Aggarwal Dr. Tushar , Sharma Dr. Subhash , Malhotra Dr. Anil
Published: August 2020

Prolene Hernia System is a tension free anterior inguinal hernia repair using a bilayered modification of inguinal hernia mesh. Inguinal hernia repair by Prolene is comparable with almost equal operating time, smaller incision and with a trend towards decreased complications rate and reduced rate of recurrences. This study was conducted to study and to compare the results of Prolene Hernia System and Lichtenstein Tension Free mesh hernioplasty with respect to its operative time, post-operative pain, intra/post-operative complications and total hospital stay. The effectiveness of PHS were compared to Lichtenstein tension free mesh hernias repair in patients presenting with uncomplicated Inguinal Hernia for elective surgery in the Surgery department of IGMC, Shimla. Duration of surgery was shorter in Prolene Hernia System group (p=0.04) than the Lichtenstein tension free mesh hernioplasty [32 vs 34 minutes], The mean pain intensity in present study was 2.9 in Lichtenstein tension free mesh hernioplasty group and 2.7 in Prolene Hernia System, No intra-operative complications were seen with either of the two groups. Post-operative complications in the form of Seroma formation were more in Lichtenstein tension free mesh hernioplasty group than Prolene Hernia System group (8 vs 0). There were two cases of recurrence in the Lichtenstein tension free mesh hernioplasty group, while no short-term recurrence was seen in Prolene Hernia System group over 12 weeks. Mean duration of post-operative hospital stay was 1.57 days for Lichtenstein tension free mesh hernioplasty group and 1.33 days for Prolene Hernia System group. This study concludes that even though the difference between the two methods in this randomized study were small, the Prolene Hernia System repair method for open inguinal hernia repair was associated with a shorter operative time, lower rate of recurrence, as well as fewer complications when compared with the Lichtenstein tension free mesh hernioplasty. Further prospective studies are needed to rigorously evaluate the comparative advantages of Prolene Hernia System repair in relation to other repair methods
Mobile-Based Driver Sleepiness Detection Using Facial Landmarks and Analysis of EAR Values
Authors: Huda Choirul , Tolle Herman , Utaminingrum Fitri
Published: August 2020

Sleepiness during driving is a dangerous problem faced by all countries. Many studies have been conducted and stated that sleepiness threatens the driver himself and other peoples. The victim not only suffered minor injuries but also many of them ended in death. Nowadays, there are many kinds of studies to improve sleep detection methods. But it faces difficulties such as lack of accuracy, and poor performance of detection; thus the system inadequate works in real-time. Recently, automobile companies have begun manufacturing special equipment to recognize sleepiness driver. However, the technologies are only implemented in certain cars since the price is still quite expensive. Therefore, a system with a comprehensive method is needed to discover the driver's sleepiness accurately at an affordable price. This study proposed driver sleepiness detection implemented on a smartphone. The system is capable to identify closed eyes using the extraction of Facial Landmark points and analysis of a calculation result of the Eye Aspect Ratio (EAR). The System qualified works in real-time since it uses a particular library designed in a mobile application. Based on some experiments that have been done, the proposed method adequate to identify sleepy drivers accurately by 92.85%.
The Effect of Using STEAM Approach on Developing Computational Thinking Skills among High School Students in Jordan
Authors: Al-Haj Bedar Rana , Al-Shboul Muhannad Anwar
Published: August 2020

The growing demand for combining digital technology with learning practices has surpassed the use of technology or learning how to use it into the process of enhancing learners’ intellectual levels and scaffolding their understanding by focusing on skills that include thought processes gathered in what is called computational thinking. On the other hand, educational challenges promote the search for new instructional tools and approaches. Consequently, learning shall be extended by superimposing science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) approach in the instructional practices. The aim of this paper is to show how STEAM approach can develop the computational thinking among high school learners in Jordan. The main skills of computational thinking included: algorithmic thinking, abstraction, decomposition, and generalization. The sample of this study involved 32 high school students in a private school in Amman. The experimental group studied geography skills in a STEAM approach that included the use of online resources such as LightBot maze and the Ordnance Survey maps (OS) website. The control group studied the same content but through conventional method. Findings showed a significant development in the computational thinking especially in algorithmic thinking and abstraction. Thus a STEAM approach learning environment is one of the effective methods of teaching that improved computational thinking.
Formation of Research Competence of Students by Means of Mobile Education
Authors: Galustyan Olga Vladimirovna , Borozdin Sergey Alexandrovich , Pleshakov Maxim Aleksandrovich , Askhadullina Nailya Nurgayanovna , Radchenko Lidia Alekseevna
Published: August 2020

The article outlines the need of reforming the higher education system, which should be aimed at educating graduates who are able to coordinate their future professional activities independently by means of mobile education. The authors conclude that this is impossible without the formation of research competence of students during their studies at the university. One of the main tasks of higher education is not only to present information to students, but to form the ability to obtain it independently, to be able to process it and to look for non-standard solutions. Motivational, communicative, reflexive, personal components within the structure of research competence are revealed in the article. The results of experimental work of formation of research competence of students by means of mobile education are presented. The authors conclude that educational activity becomes more continuous and motivated within formation of research competence of students by means of mobile education.
L’autopartage en région bruxelloise
Authors: Wiegmann Mareile , Keserü Imre , Macharis Cathy
Published: August 2020

Cette fact sheet vise à mettre en évidence les différences et les points communs entre les profils des usagers des services d’autopartage avec stations et des services d’autopartage en « flotte libre », en s’appuyant sur l’analyse d’une enquête menée auprès de 5 375 usagers bruxellois. Il en ressort que chez ceux des services en flotte libre, qui sont quelque peu plus jeunes, le pourcentage de propriétaires de voiture(s) est plus important, tout comme le nombre d’hommes. Les deux types de services s’adressent à des personnes disposant d’un niveau d’instruction élevé et sont utilisés une à trois fois par mois environ. Ils servent manifestement à des fins différentes, sachant que les usagers de l’autopartage en flotte libre ont fait état de motifs de déplacement plus variés et sont nettement plus nombreux à posséder une voiture. Par ailleurs, si apparemment les usagers une fois inscrits utilisent moins souvent leur voiture, il reste difficile d’en déterminer les répercussions au niveau de l’utilisation des transports publics, car les usagers des services en flotte libre délaissent partiellement les trajets en transports publics au profit de l’autopartage.
Generating Electrical Performance of Plant Fuel System Using Hydroponic System Containing ZnO Nanoparticles
Authors: Siri Saranrat , Sompornpailin Kanokporn
Published: August 2020

A variety of living organisms have a potential to generate the electrical currents which are alternative resources of electric power. Plant organisms absorb light radiation and convert electromagnetic energy to chemical energy via photosynthetic process. An electrical power is also generated from this process. However, a few amounts of currents are generated in this system. In this experiment, plants under the hydroponic system are used for studying the generation of electric power. Different ratios of tap water and Hoagland’s solution were used as culture solution. The cathode and anode were used as electrode in this system. Bioelectric potentials and currents of each treatment are detected at fifteen day of the generating system. The results showed that plant system under solution containing a high Hoagland’s nutrient generated current density and power density higher than those of the system containing a low Hoagland’s nutrient. However, plant system under solution containing a low Hoagland’s nutrient showed higher voltage than those of the system containing a high Hoagland’s nutrient. Metal oxide nanoparticles, known as photo-catalyst in fuel cell, were added in the solution of culture system and analyzed for electric power density. The result presented that ZnO nanoparticles affected a different increase in power density depending on the ratios of tap water and Hoagland’s solution.
Wicking Properties of Men’s Quick-Dry Sportswear
Authors: Fan Yan Ngo , Wang Wen Yi , Kan Chi Wai , Maha-In Kongkiat , Changmuong Wasana , Wanitchottayanont Siriorn , Mongkholrattanasit Rattanaphol
Published: August 2020

In this study, the quick dry properties of summer men’s T-shirts of different brands (Nike, Adidas, Laishilong and Columbia) in Hong Kong market were explored by analyzing the wicking behavior. Laishilong was found to be the best sample in terms of vertical wicking for both short and long period. For the Nike fabrics, the wicking rate in courses direction was better than that in wales direction, whereas the vertical wicking of front body for Adidas was better than the back body. By contrast, Columbia performed the poorest in terms of vertical wicking for long period. With the help of this study, the general wicking properties of men’s quick-dry sportswear in the market can be compared which provide some idea to the consumer for product selection.
Hybrid Gelatin/Carboxymethyl Cellulose Hydrogel Loaded Copper (II) Ion for Medical Applications
Authors: Kreua-Ongarjnukool Narumol , Niyomthai Saowapa Thumsing , Sarodom Kodchaporn , Lothong Thitithip , Soomherun Nopparuj
Published: August 2020

Antibacterial wound dressing has an important key in an infection in traumatic and surgical wounds. However, the antibacterial wound dressing is high cost and few domestic medical productions. The aim of this study is to prepare a wound dressing hydrogel from hybrid gelatin/carboxymethyl cellulose (Gel/CMC) hydrogel crosslinked with citric acid at different Gel: CMC ratios of 1:1, 1:2, 1:3, and 1:4 by solvent casting. The gel fractions and swelling of 6.0%w/v CuSO4 loading hybrid Gel/CMC hydrogel (Cu-Gel/CMC hydrogel) were a maximum of about 44% to 53% and 85% to 245%, respectively. The results showed that the 1:1 Gel: CMC of hydrogel produce was the most suitable condition due to its good gel fractions and swelling behavior. The cumulative Cu2+ release was a maximum of about 45% in 7 days. The hybrid Cu-Gel/CMC hydrogel showed the zone of inhibition of Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) and Escherichia coli (E. coli) about 16 mm and 19 mm, sequentially. The research provided that the hybrid Cu-Gel/CMC hydrogel has the potential to use in medical applications.
Investigation on Thermal Stability of Geopolymer Based Zeolite in Fire Case Study
Authors: Kanyalert Kanokwan , Chindaprasirt Prinya , Tanangteerapong Duangkanok
Published: August 2020

This work aims to reveal the effects of zeolite on properties of fly ash based geopolymer under high temperature at 300 °C, 600 °C and 900 °C. The specimens were prepared by alkali activation of fly ash, which was partially replaced by two different types of zeolite at 10%, 20% and 30% by weight. The specimens were analyzed for the maximum compressive strength, weight loss percentage, XRD and SEM. The results highlighted that the percentage of weight loss increased with the ratio of zeolite replacement. The compressive strength of geopolymer with synthetic zeolite and natural zeolite at 7, 28, 60 days were similar. The high-temperature exposure resulted in the reduction in compressive strength in all proportions. At the same temperature, compressive strength of all specimens were not significantly different.
Visualization of unstructured personal narratives of perterm birth using text network analysis
Authors: Kim Jeung-Im
Published: August 2020

Purpose: This study aimed to identify the components of preterm birth (PTB) through women’s personal narratives and to visualize clinical symptom expressions (CSEs). Methods: The participants were 11 women who gave birth before 37 weeks of gestational age. Personal narratives were collected by interactive unstructured storytelling via individual interviews, from August 8 to December 4, 2019 after receiving approval of the Institutional Review Board. The textual data were converted to PDF and analyzed using the MAXQDA program (VERBI Software). Results: The participants’ mean age was 34.6 (±2.98) years, and five participants had a spontaneous vaginal birth. The following nine components of PTB were identified: obstetric condition, emotional condition, physical condition, medical conditions, hospital environment, life-related stress, pregnancy-related stress, spousal support, and informational support. The top three codes were preterm labor, personal characteristics, and premature rupture of membrane, and the codes found for more than half of the participants were short cervix, fear of PTB, concern about fetal well-being, sleep difficulty, insufficient spousal and informational support, and physical difficulties. The top six CSEs were stress, hydramnios, false labor, concern about fetal wellbeing, true labor pain, and uterine contraction. “Stress” was ranked first in terms of frequency and “uterine contraction” had individual attributes. Conclusion: The text network analysis of narratives from women who gave birth preterm yielded nine PTB components and six CSEs. These nine components should be included when developing a reliable and valid scale for PTB risk and stress. The CSEs can be applied for assessing preterm labor, as well as considered as strategies for students in women health nursing practicum.
Detection and quantification of Campylobacter in foods: New analytic approaches to detect and quantify Campylobacter spp. in food samples
Authors: Peruzy Maria Francesca , Proroga Yolande Thérèse Rose , Capuano Federico , Corrado Federica , Santonicola Serena , De Medici Dario , Delibato Elisabetta , Murru Nicoletta
Published: August 2020

The aim of the present study was to develop rapid qualitative and quantitative methods based on the use of Real-Time PCR and Droplet Digital PCR (ddPCR), in order to have reliable techniques to detect and quantify Campylobacter spp. in food samples. The gene 16S-rRNA was used as specific target for Campylobacter spp. Real- Time PCR evaluation assay and a not competitive internal control was ushered in it. To investigate the selectivity of the method, 26 Campylobacter strains and 40 non-Campylobacter strains were tested and in order to verify the application of Real-Time PCR method, 5 pork meat samples were experimentally inoculated with a Campylobacter jejuni strain. Subsequently, dilutions with a bacterial load of Campylobacter jejuni within 10-106 CFU/mL were chosen for the optimization of the ddPCR assay. Lastly, a total of 54 naturally contaminated foods samples were analyzed through molecular (Real-Time PCR and ddPCR) and traditional methods. The Real-Time PCR protocol demonstrated to amplify only the Campylobacter spp. strains and when Campylobacter jejuni was experimentally inoculated in meat samples the pathogen was always detected. The ddPCRs assay allowed to quantify a level of contamination of 10 CFU/mL, but it was unable to quantify levels of 105 – 106 CFU/mL. Lastly, Campylobacter spp. was never detected in the 54 samples tested. In conclusion, the novel analytic approach proposed, based on an initial screening of the samples with Real-Time PCR and then on quantification of Campylobacter spp. with a ddPCR on those positive, represents a quick monitoring tool and, if used correctly, it would allow the implementation of food safety.
Técnica de realocação de Rhipsalis (Cactaceae) em florestas regenerantes, em Itaboraí - RJ: sobrevivência e desenvolvimento
Authors: Bonnet Annete , Curcio Gustavo Ribas , Gonçalves Fernando Lima Aires , Resende Alexander Silva de , Caglioni Eder , Lavoranti Osmir José
Published: August 2020

Este estudo teve por objetivo avaliar a sobrevivência e o desenvolvimento de cactáceas epifíticas Rhipsalis lindbergiana K. Schum. e R. pachyptera Pfeiff. Fragmentos foram acompanhados em casa de vegetação durante quatro meses em diferentes substratos e após realocação para Floresta Ombrófila Densa em regeneração, município de Itaboraí, RJ. A realocação foi acompanhada por até três anos e realizada em dois períodos climáticos: menor (lote da seca) e maior precipitação (lote de chuva). Registrou-se maior crescimento das duas espécies em substrato com matéria orgânica. Os lotes da seca foram significativamente distintos nas duas espécies, provavelmente em função das chuvas que se sucederam e possibilitaram maior sobrevivência e desenvolvimento. A sobrevivência e desenvolvimento de R. lindbergiana apresentaram relação significativa com a altura das árvores onde os fragmentos foram instalados, remetendo à associação existente entre elevada diversidade de epífitos com grandes forófitos. Recomenda-se a realocação de epífitos em árvores maiores, no início dos períodos chuvosos e mantendo os fragmentos em contato com o substrato. Isso possibilitará melhor aproveitamento das plantas, além de impulsionar os processos de recuperação da diversidade e funcionalidade ecológica das florestas.
EL PROCESO DE UNIDAD DE LAS PRINCIPALES FUERZAS REVOLUCIONARIASQUE SE ENFRENTARON A LA DICTADURA DE BATISTA 1953-1958
Authors: Rodríguez ELVIS R.
Published: August 2020

En el artículo se trata del proceso de unidad de las principales fuerzas revolucionarias bajo la dictadura de Batista
SOBRE EL ESTUDIO DE IMPORTANTES PÁGINAS DE LA HISTORIA NACIONAL DE CUBA:LA REVOLUCIÓN CUBANA Y SU DESARROLLO HISTÓRICOALGUNAS PALABRAS PRELIMINARES
Authors: Okuneva LIUDMILA
Published: August 2020

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REVOLUCIÓN Y UNIVERSIDAD, PENSAMIENTO Y PRAXIS DE JUAN MARINELLO
Authors: Murguia Mendez DAYANA
Published: August 2020

En el artículo se trata del análisis de la vida, pensamiento, trayectoria intelectual y praxis de Juan Ma-rinello
Disarmament of ETA: the era of the Basque terrorism comes to an end
Authors: Orlov A. A.
Published: August 2020

Basque radical nationalist organization, which used methods of terror and violence for achievement of the political goals consisting in creation of the independent Basque state, has declared its disarmament. Though ETA didn’t declare self-dissolution and intends to continue the activity in new conditions, its disarmament gives the grounds to hope that the era of the Basque nationalist terrorism in Spain proceeding half a century, has come to an end. Process of disarmament of ETA has been organized in the style,inherent for this group, combining elements of political public relations and a theatrical performance. Coordinates of the last eight caches which were in the French territory, where ETA stored weapons and explosives, have been transferred to the French authorities through intermediary volunteers. All political parties of the Basque Country, except for the People’s party ruling in Spain, have signed the manifesto in support of disarmament of ETA. The government of Spain has declared that the disarmament of ETA is a victory of the Spanish democracy and has urged this radical organization to dissolve itself. The future of ETA, however, remains not clear. It is declared «the internal discussion» about further prospects of the group. The vast majority of political forces of Spain of di erent orientation supports self-dissolution of ETA, considering it as an important condition of restoration of the peace and stability in the Basque Country.
Metaphor as linguistic instrument of manipulation to realize the persuasive strategy in the texts of Spanish political parties programs
Authors: Smirnova Irina
Published: August 2020

Text of any party program is communicative that is it contains information that an author transfers to a recipient. This information can serve as a source of knowledge about phenomena and events as well as to be a source of a strong emotional impact on recipient encouraging him to act certain way. Since the emotional sphere is one of the levers that controls behaviour of any person, it is very important for the authors of the pre-election political programs to make an impact on readers and also make an ideological settingdesired for these authors.To use kilfully the mechanism of persuasiveness is to get electoral support of the electorate. One of such mechanisms used in the texts of the pre-election polititical programs is using of metaphors. Page 79 И. В. Смирнова79The political metaphor is very sensitive to events happening in the country and language of politics. It is one of the most signi cant and common methods of language manipulation that capable of long conserving in memory and making an impact on the recipient’s associative thinking. The use of metaphors in political discourse is mostly applied for manipulation of the electorate and their use is also a powerful persuasion technique.
Sistem Informasi Geografis Pemetaan Aset Daerah Menggunakan Algoritma Djikstra Di BKD Kota Cirebon
Authors: Salam Aab Abdus , Fahmi Fahmi
Published: August 2020

Sistem otonomi daerah yang baru mewajibkan pemerintah daerah untuk mengelola aset-aset yang dimiliki oleh masing-masing daerah tersebut. Dalam hal ini pengelolaan aset meliputi pencatatan, pembukuan, pelaporan, pengarsipan dan penghapusan aset. Salah satu faktor penghambat dalam pengelolaan aset daerah yang ada di Kota Cirebon yaitu kurangnya informasi mengenai lokasi aset yang ada di Kota Cirebon, karena data yang disajikan masih belum memiliki data spasial (keruangan) yang berisi titik-titik koordinat suatu aset daerah (fasilitas sosial dan fasilitas umum). Sistem informasi geografis dibangun dengan tujuan dapat memenuhi keperluan informasi yang cepat, lengkap dan tepat sehingga dapat mempermudah pemerintah daerah dalam pengelolaan aset yang dimilikinya. SIG ini dapat memberikan data-data berupa data spasial beserta dengan atribut-atributnya dalam bentuk geografis yang ditampilkan dalam peta digital dengan bantuan Google MAPS API (Application Programming Interface) dari Google yang mampu memetakan aset-aset daerah beserta rute untuk menuju ke aset tersebut, sehingga informasi yang diperoleh menjadi dinamis dan lebih menarik serta lebih mudah untuk dipahami.
Forecasting Jumlah Perkara Perceraian Menggunakan Single Moving Average di Pengadilan Agama Sumber
Authors: Bachri Otong Saeful
Published: August 2020

Angka perceraian di Kabupaten Cirebon, setiap tahunnya mengalami kenaikan, hal ini menunjukkan bahwa banyak sekali pasangan suami/istri yang memutuskan untuk berpisah karena beberapa faktor, rata-rata perceraian yang terjadi disebabkan karena, poligami yang tidak sehat, krisis anak, cemburu berlebihan, menikah paksa, ekonomi, tidak ada tanggungjawab, menikah dibawah umur, menyakiti jeasmani, dihukum berlebihan, cacat secara bilogis, politis, ganggungan pihak ketiga, serta tidak adanya keharmonisan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk membantu memprediksi jumlah perceraian yang terjadi dalam jangka waktu tertentu di lingkungan pengadilan agama sumber kabupaten cirebon. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode single moving average karena metode ini cocok digunakan pada data yang konstan terhadap varinsi, tetapi tidak dapat bekerja dengan data yang mengandung unsur trend atau musiman. Berdasarkan hasil perhitungan secara single moving average, maka angka perceraian dalam waktu 4 bulan kedepan akan mengalami peningkatan bila dibandingkan jangka waktu 3 bulan kedepan
Implementasi Prototype Dalam Pembuatan Website Sebagai Media Promosi di MA Darul Masholeh Cirebon
Authors: Ronida Ronida , Kosim Kosim
Published: August 2020

Sekolah merupakan tempat yang membutuhkan promosi untuk menariksiswa agar tertarik menuntut ilmu. Saat ini MA Darul Masholeh ini masih kurang di kenal oleh masyarakat luas. Oleh sebab itu pihak sekolah mencoba untuk mengenalkan profil sekolahkepada masyarakat luas sekaligus mencari calon siswa baru untuk mendapatkan strategi promosi yang tepat dalam mendapatkan calon siswa baru. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan secara prototype karena adanya proses perangkingan alternatif, yaitu proses pembentukan suatu aplikasi dengan tahapan antara developer dan end user kemudian diterapkan dalam bentuk suatu aplikasi sistem informasi. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian, maka dengan diterapkan model prototype maka proses pembuatan website pada sekolah MA Darul Masholeh dapat lebih sesuai keinginan user
Otomatisasi Penjurnalan Akuntansi Pada Sistem Informasi Wisanggeni Coffee Yogyakarta
Authors: Dewi Prilla Riana , Widayani Wiwi
Published: August 2020

Kopi Wisanggeni memiliki masalah dalam mencatat transaksi dan membuat laporan keuangan. Di mana setiap transaksi dicatat dalam buku atau jurnal. Karena Kopi Wisanggeni tidak memiliki sistem informasi untuk merekap segala sesuatu, penerapan sistem informasi diusulkan untuk memfasilitasi pencatatan, meminimalkan kesalahan dan sumber daya sehingga mereka dapat bekerja sesuai dengan kebutuhan mereka, karena sistem informasi tidak hanya mengelola transaksi tetapi dikembangkan untuk dapat untuk diintegrasikan dengan sistem akuntansi. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah Penelitian Terapan atau penelitian terapan yang dapat menekankan masalah secara praktis. Metode pengembangan yang digunakan adalah SDLC (System Development Life Cycle) yang terdiri dari perencanaan, analisis, desain, implementasi, pengujian, dan manajemen. Metode desain yang digunakan adalah flowchart, DFD (Data Flow Diagram), dan ERD (Entity Relationship Diagram). Metode analisis menggunakan metode analisis PIECES (Kinerja, Informasi, Ekonomi, Kontrol, Efisiensi, dan Layanan). Keberadaan sistem informasi diharapkan dapat memberikan kemudahan dalam proses pencatatan data, transaksi, dan laporan keuangan guna mendukung peningkatan kualitas kinerja di Kopi Wisanggeni
Esophageal Anastomosis Medial to Preserved Azygos Vein in Esophageal Atresia with Tracheoesophageal Fistula: Restoration of Normal Mediastinal Anatomy
Authors: Abdul Rashid Kumar , Maletha Madhukar , Khan Tanvir Roshan , Wakhlu Ashish , Rawat Jiledar , Kureel Shiv Narain
Published: August 2020

Objective: We intended to prospectively study the technical feasibility and advantages of esophageal anastomosis medial to the preserved azygos vein in neonates diagnosed with esophageal atresia with tracheoesophageal fistula (EA/TEF). The results were compared to the cases where azygos vein was either not preserved, or the anastomosis was done lateral to the arch of preserved azygos vein. Material and methods: A total of 134 patients with EA/TEF were admitted between January 2007 and July 2008 of which 116 underwent primary repair. Eleven patients with long gap esophageal atresia with or without tracheoesophageal fistula and 7 patients who expired before surgery were excluded. Patients were randomly divided in three groups comparable with respect to the gestational age, age at presentation, sex, birth weight, associated anomalies and the gap between the pouches after mobilization: Group A (azygos vein ligated and divided), Group B (azygos vein preserved with esophageal anastomosis lateral to the vein), and Group C azygos vein preserved with esophageal anastomosis medial to the vein). All the patients were operated by extra-pleural approach. The three groups were compared with respect to operative time and early postoperative complications like pneumonitis, anastomotic leaks and mortality. Odds ratio and Chi square test were used for the statistical analysis. Results: Group A, B and C had 35, 43 and 38 patients respectively. No significant difference was observed in average operative time in the 3 groups. Though incidence of postoperative pneumonitis was higher in group A (28%) as compared to group B (13.95%) and group C (11.62%), it was not statistically significant (p > 0.005). Anastomotic leak occurred in 7 patients in group A (20%), 6 patients in group B (13.95%) and 4 patients (10.52%) in group C (p > 0.005). Group A had 3 major and 4 minor anastomotic leaks; group B had 2 major and 4 minor leaks and group C had 1 major and 3 minor leaks. There were10 deaths in the series- 5 in group A, 3 in group B and 2 in group C (p > 0.005). Patients with major anastomotic leaks in all 3 groups expired after re-exploration. The minor leaks were managed conservatively and all of them healed spontaneously. Severe pneumonitis and septicemia in patients having major associated anomalies also contributed to the mortality.Conclusions: Although esophageal anastomosis medial to the preserved azygos vein restores the normal mediastinal anatomy without technical difficulty or increased operative time, the study could not prove a statistically significant advantage in terms of mortality and postoperative complications.