bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Molecular and morphological clocks for estimating evolutionary divergence times
Authors: Barba-Montoya Jose , Tao Qiqing , Kumar Sudhir
Published: February 2021

Background: Matrices of morphological characters are frequently used for dating species divergence times in systematics. In some studies, morphological and molecular character data from living taxa are combined, whereas others use morphological characters from extinct taxa as well. We investigated whether morphological data produce time estimates that are concordant with molecular data. If true, it will justify the use of morphological characters alongside molecular data in divergence time inference.Results: We systematically analyzed three empirical datasets from different species groups to test the concordance of species divergence dates inferred using molecular and discrete morphological data from extant taxa as test cases. We found a high correlation between their divergence time estimates, despite a poor linear relationship between branch lengths for morphological and molecular data mapped onto the same phylogeny. This was because node-to-tip distances showed a much higher correlation than branch lengths due to an averaging effect over multiple branches. We found that nodes with a large number of taxa often benefit from such averaging. However, considerable discordance between time estimates from molecules and morphology may still occur because some deeper nodes may show large time differences between these two types of data.Conclusions: Our findings suggest that node- and tip-calibration approaches may be better suited for nodes with many taxa. Nevertheless, we highlight the importance of evaluating the concordance of intrinsic time structure in morphological and molecular data before any dating analysis using combined datasets.
Development of new technology for coal gasification purification and research on the formation mechanism of pollutants
Authors: Zheng Shu , Shi Yixiang , Wang Zhiqi , Wang Pengjie , Liu Gang , Zhou Huaichun
Published: February 2021

Coal-fired power generation is the main source of CO2 emission in China. To solve the problems of declined efficiency and increased costs caused by CO2 capture in coal-fired power systems, an integrated gasification fuel cell (IGFC) power generation technology was developed. The interaction mechanisms among coal gasification and purification, fuel cell and other components are further studied for IGFCs. Towards the direction of coal gasification and purification, we studied gasification reaction characteristics of ultrafine coal particles, ash melting characteristics and their effects on coal gasification reactions, the formation mechanism of pollutants. We further develop an elevated temperature/pressure swing adsorption rig for simultaneous H2S and CO2 removals. The results show the validity of the Miura-Maki model to describe the gasification of Shenhua bituminous coal with a good fit between the predicted DTG curves and experimental data. The designed 8-6-1 cycle procedure can effectively remove CO2 and H2S simultaneously with removal rate over 99.9%. In addition, transition metal oxides used as mercury removal adsorbents in coal gasified syngas were shown with great potential. The techniques presented in this paper can improve the gasification efficiency and reduce the formation of pollutants in IGFCs.
Comprehensive Analysis of Differences of N6-Methyladenosine of Lncrnas Between Atrazine-Inducedand Normal Xenopus Laevis Testis
Authors: Qi Xuejie , Geng Xiao , Zhang Juan , Li Ling , Jia Qiang , Qu Binpeng , Yin wenhui , Guo Qiming , Bo Cunxiang , Sai linlin , Han Mingming , Peng Cheng
Published: February 2021

Background: Increasing evidence suggested N6-methyladenosine (m6A) plays an important role in RNA stability, degradation, splicing and translation. M6A is found in different RNA including long non-coding RNA (lncRNA) which has been found possess significant biological functions. Our previous study examined the m6A profile of mRNAs in testis tissues of Xenopus laevis (X. laevis) with and without treatment with 100 µg/L atrazine (AZ). The result revealed that m6A is a highly conserved modification across the species. Methods: In this study, we apply previous approach to further investigate m6A modification profile of lncRNAs and predict the potential mechanism. In brief, m6A was sequenced by MeRIP sequencing using the latest Illumina HiSeq sequencer. Pathway enrichment analysis was used to maps genes to Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) pathways. Results: The results showed that m6A of lncRNAs enriched around intergenic region in testes of X. laevis. We further investigated the differential expression of lncRNAs m6A in testes of AZ-exposed compared with that in animals from control group. The results indicated that up to 198 differentially methylated m6A sites were detected within 188 lncRNAs, in which 89 sites were significantly up-regulated and 109 sites were significantly down-regulated. Data from Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) pathway analysis indicated that AZ-affected lncRNAs m6A sites were mainly involved in 10 pathways in which 3 mutual pathways were found in the result of differentially m6A-methylated mRNAs. Conclusions: These findings suggest that differentially m6A-methylated lncRNAs and these 3 pathways may act on regulatory roles in abnormal testis development of AZ-exposed X. laevis. This study for the first time provide insights into the profile of lncRNAs m6A modifications in amphibian species.
Clinical characteristics and genetic analysis of 3 A20 Haploinsufficiency patients
Authors: Zhang Dan , Zhou Zhixuan , Lai Jianming , Su Gaixiu
Published: February 2021

Backguound To evaluate the clinical and genetic characteristics of 3 children with HA20. Methods The clinical and genetic testing data of 3 children with HA20 treated at CIP between August 2016 and October 2019 were retrospectively analysed. Results Patient 1 presented with arthritis and inflammatory bowel disease, patient 2 presented with axial spinal arthritis and lupus-like syndrome, and patient 3 presented with recurrent oral ulcers, gastrointestinal ulcers, and perianal abscesses. For laboratory examination, In patient 1, the WBC,CRP and AESR showed high. In patient 2, the WBC was normal, but CRP and AESR showed high. In patient 3, the WBC, CRP, and AESR showed high. Patient 2 was positive for antinuclear antibodies, anti-Sjögren’s syndrome antigen A, dsDNA, rheumatoid factor and Coombs test. Genetic testing showed that the 3 patients were heterozygous for mutations in the TNFAIP3 gene. For treatment, patient 1 used TNFα antagonist and thalidomide, patient 2 used TNFαantagonist and sulfasalazine, and patient 3 used hormones and thalidomide. Patients 1 and 2 were followed up for 4 and 3 months, respectively. There was improvement in joint and gastrointestinal symptoms, inflammatory indices and RF were normal, dsDNA and Coombs test became negative. Patient 3 was treated at an outside hospital and showed gradual improvement in oral ulcers and perianal abscesses. Conclusion HA20 is a single-gene auto-inflammatory disease caused by mutation in the TNFAIP3 gene. It presents clinically as a Behçet-like syndrome and can present as various other autoimmune diseases as well. Hormones and immunosuppressive agents are effective treatments, and cytokine antagonists can be used in refractory cases. Whole-exome genetic testing should be proactively performed for children with an early age of onset or Behçet-like presentation to achieve early diagnosis and accurate treatment.
Pecan Response to Nitrogen Fertilizer Source
Authors: Wells M. Lenny
Published: February 2021

A better understanding of the efficacy of various nitrogen (N) forms on pecan tree production would help growers make more sound decisions regarding the fertilization of their orchards. The following treatments were evaluated for their effect on pecan leaf tissue nutrient concentration, leaf chlorophyll index, trunk circumference growth, pecan yield, nut weight, percent kernel, pecan tree yield efficiency, and alternate bearing: 1) ammonium nitrate (AN; 34N–0P–0K) at 1.8 kg N per tree (AN1.8); 2) AN (34N–0P–0K) at 3.6 kg N per tree (AN3.6); 3) ammonium sulfate (AS) at 1.8 kg N per tree (AS1.8); 4) AS at 3.6 kg N per tree (AS3.6); 5) urea at 1.8 kg N per tree (U1.8); 6) urea at 3.6 kg per tree (U3.6); and 7) untreated control (C). Leaf elemental tissue analysis, pecan tree trunk growth, pecan yield, quality, and alternate bearing intensity (I) suggest that pecan trees are unaffected by differences in the fertilizer sources used in this study on the acidic soils of the Southeastern U.S. Coastal Plain. N rate also had little influence on measured variables. Based on these results and, perhaps more directly, upon agronomic N use efficiency (AEN), it appears that pecans can be more efficiently fertilized at N rates of 108 kg N/ha compared with 215 kg N/ha under Southeastern U.S. Coastal Plain conditions regardless of N source.
Laplacian Integral of Particular Steiner System
Authors: Zakiyyah Alfi Yusrotis
Published: February 2021

The notion of a hypergraph is motivated by a graph. In graph, every edge contains of two vertices. However, a hypergraph edges contains more than two vertices. In this article use hyperedge to mention edge of hypergraph. A finite projective plane of order n, denoted by  , is a linear intersecting hypergraph. In this research finite projective plane order  is Laplacian integral.
Real-time monitoring as an adaptive strategy towards green treatment of textile effluent using biosorbent from Acalypha indica
Authors: Sivapragasam C. , Janani V. Aruna , Andappan A. , Archana B. , Vasudevan M. , Natarajan N.
Published: February 2021

Performance of green treatment systems such as adsorption to treat textile effluents often suffers lack of longevity and efficiency due to the presence of complex compounds of varying reactivity. There is scope for improving the operational efficiency of such processes using real-time monitoring systems. The present study aimed to evaluate the performance of an activated biosorbent prepared from the leaves of Acalypha indica for treating textile industry effluent by simulating process control with real-time monitoring. Batch experiments were performed with synthetic and real-time dye effluents to identify the optimum conditions (pH = 3.0, dosage = 1.0 g/L; time = 1 h) for the highest adsorption capacity (6 mg g−1 and 2 mg g−1). The evaluation of physical parameters suggested best fit for Freundlich isotherm model and pseudo-second-order kinetic model. The LabVIEW-based simulation control system enabled close monitoring of pH and temperature during the process. Based on the inputs, an alteration of initial pH has resulted in substantial reduction in chemical oxygen demand (COD) (73.91%), turbidity (52.43%) and total dissolved solids (TDS) (19.43%). The average incremental increase was highest for COD (45.80 ± 0.06%) compared to TDS (10.13 ± 0.06%) and turbidity (−1.74 ± 0.03%) for varying dosage (3 g to 11 g). The proposed framework for incorporating a process-control-based monitoring system can help to achieve better performance.
St Augustine’s Teaching on the Image of God in Man in the Mystery of Creation
Authors: Kołacz Piotr
Published: February 2021

ree comments on the Book of Genesis and the treatise On the Trinity enabledus to become acquainted with the Augustinian teaching on the image of Godin man in the mystery of Creation. anks to such a narrowing of the source material,we could more carefully and with greater prudence analyze the thoughtsof the Bishop of Hippo. We hope that in this way we managed to avoid the riskof superficiality and we took into account all the statements of Saint Augustineregarding the problem posed. Unfortunately, L. Krupa did not prevent himself from committing this mistakeN8. He did not take up the subject of human natureas an image of God, and completely passed over in silence the polemics of theBishop of Hippo with Gnostics, who regarded the human family as the imageof the Holy Trinity. Based on the analysis carried out, we could see that accordingto Saint Augustine’s image of God in man is to be sought in his soul, andin the strict sense, in this “part” of him, which is focused on the contemplationof eternal ideas. e essence of the image of God is expressed in the ability of thesoul to participate in God’s life. All this reflects, as Saint Augustine states, thetrue honour and dignity which man owes to his Creator. A characteristic featureof God’s image, even a basic one – in view of the Augustinian approach – is itstrinitarian character.Saint Augustine tried to seek the traces of the Holy Trinity everywhere.is significant task was the passion of his life. Finally, he has found the imageof the Holy Trinity in man. He tried to provide his readers with an insight intothis reality through the trinitarian analogies, the source of which he discoveredin the structure of the human soul. Considering the entirety of St. Augustine’steaching on the image of God in man in the mystery of Creation, the analogousimages of the Holy Trinity in the soul seem to be the most interesting for us.On the other hand, like Saint Augustine, however, we are aware of their greatlimitations. For what is created, even in its most beautiful representation, in comparisonwith the Creator will always be in a vulnerable and poor condition.
How We Should Interpret Bible Verses About Man
Authors: Stachowiak Lech
Published: February 2021

How We Should Interpret Bible Verses About Man
Brotherly Love As Condition For Perfect Love Of God (1J 4:12)
Authors: Herrmann Teofil
Published: February 2021

Brotherly Love As Condition For Perfect Love Of God (1J 4:12)
Contemporary Trends in the Catholic Teaching on the Eucharist
Authors: Skowronek Alfons
Published: February 2021

Contemporary Trends in the Catholic Teaching on the Eucharist
Moral Aspects of Laity in the Organization of the Roman and Catholic Church
Authors: Urmanowicz Walenty
Published: February 2021

Moral Aspects of Laity in the Organization of the Roman and Catholic Church
“Reconciliatio Et Paenitentia” (ReP) In the Bioethical Context
Authors: Muszala Andrzej
Published: February 2021

“Reconciliatio Et Paenitentia” In the Bioethical Context.
Sin, Penance And Confession From A Protestant Perspective
Authors: Nowosad Sławomir
Published: February 2021

Although the reality of evil and moral weakness belongs to the most commonhuman experience, only rational analysis does not allow for the rightful understandingof these aspects of the human condition. Christianity comes to man’said here when it sheds supernatural light on its essence and Divine origin, and atthe same time on weakness and the need of grace. In view of the entire Christiantradition, Protestantism appears as an important and serious tradition, howeverevaluated sometimes as unilateral or extremely pessimistic. "e Reformationalassumptions and multi-century subsequent history of theological thought andsacramental-pastoral practice, particularly in Lutheran, Calvinist and Anglicantradition, demand careful studies and analyses, so that this aspect of humanfate and supernatural destiny should be comprehensively understood.
The Main Proposals for the Content of Moral Theology in the Light of the Documents of the Council’s Renewal
Authors: Perz Zygmunt
Published: February 2021

In the analyses to date only the conciliar guidelines concerning the basic issuesof moral theology have been considered. %is does not mean at all that in thedocuments of the Council’s renewal there are no indications on many issuesthat are simply discussed in the detailed part of moral theology. Such a subjectis the issue of religious freedom, which is linked to the treaty on faith. %eCouncil’s postulate is also to discuss the problem of the priesthood of the faithfulin connection with the treatise on the honour of God (de religione). Moralissues of dialogue and ecumenism, including the participation of Catholicsin the religious life of other faiths (communicatio in sacris), are awaiting elaboration.%e Council’s guidelines for the moralistic theologian also refer to theissue of contemporary social life, which has become the subject of the secondpart of the Gaudium et spes Constitution and were developed by Paul VI in theencyclical Populorum progressio.It seems superfluous to give a complete list of conciliar indications in thearea of moral theology which relate to detailed topics of this theological discipline.In the Council’s renewal of theology, it is not a question of seeking newcontent, but of showing the “old” truths and principles in a living relationshipwith the revealed word of God, taking into account the needs of the humanrace of our time.
Redemption by a Renewed Creation in Christ According to the “Gaudium Et Spes”
Authors: Sowa Władysław
Published: February 2021

Analysing the whole process of the development of the doctrine of redemptionin Gaudium et Spes, we can conclude that the Council responded to thedemands expressed before the beginning of the doctrine. It remained faithfulto the teachings of St omas Aquinas, while preserving the essential contentof his doctrine, although it expressed it in a new language. e Council was ableto positively explain the doctrine of the mystery of redemption, without arguingwith various contemporary theological tendencies. Redemption is shown asthe work of Jesus Christ through His salvific Incarnation and the redemptivepaschal mystery of death, resurrection, ascension and exile of the Holy Spirit.Redemption freed man from the bondage of Satan and sin, became a new covenantwith the Father, reconciled delusions with God and with himself, meritedlife and revealed the mystery of love. Redemption is a great event in the historyof salvation, which begins with the work of Creation. From the history of thevarious editions of Gaudium et Spes, from the interventions of the Council Fathersand from the solutions to the theological problems relating to the wholereality of the modern world, we can conclude that the Pastoral Constitutionon the Church points to the relationship between creation and redemption,speaking of creation in the perspective of redemption and defining redemptionas the renewal of creation in Christ.
The Contribution of the Greek Patristic Idea to the Teaching of “Lumen Gentium” on the Nature of the Church
Authors: Jeliński Przemysław
Published: February 2021

e nature of the Church was expressed in Dogmatic Constitution on the Church“Lumen gentium” by numerous pictures and new expressions. ey refer to theBible and patristics. It is necessary to place special attention on two expressions.ese are: the mystery of the Church and the new people of God. e SecondVatican Council used these expressions to name two of titles of chapters of Lumengentium.In this article, the speeches of the Greek Fathers of the Church are detailedanalysed. e Council document refers to them in glosses only. ` numbers –4 in each chapter – contain references to Greek patristics. Totally, in +7 glossesto chapter I and II the Constitution refers to +5 Greek Fathers of the Church andto the anonymous patristic text of Didache. In the final part of this work thedevelopment of the patristic period was summarized in a chronological aspect.It began with Didache, then Irenaeus and John Chrysostom, and finally Johnof Damascus. In comparison to the whole Constitution with reference to thenature of the Church (as the mystery and new people of God) there is very littlepatristic inspiration.In this article, speeches of the Fathers of the Church were not only analysed,but also compared to council texts. anks to this, we see it as a shortanthology of patristic ideas.
Moral Law Vs. Conscience in the Veritatis Splendor
Authors: Góralczyk Paweł
Published: February 2021

Moral Law Vs. Conscience in the Veritatis Splendor.
Penance in the Perspective of the Theology of the Body
Authors: Mroczkowski Ireneusz
Published: February 2021

Penance in the Perspective of the Theology  of the Body.
Diagnóstico energético do edifício Maxxi
Authors: Pena Soares de Oliveira Alisson , Bravin Donadel Clainer , Arthur Firmino Monhol Filipe
Published: February 2021

A procura por melhorias em eficiência energética de edifícios tem sido um assunto muito atual. Esse assunto é pertinente tanto pelo potencial de aliar economia de energia com redução de custos, quanto por dar exemplo de boas práticas para a sociedade e para o mercado. Esta pesquisa identificou oportunidades de melhorias em eficiência energética no edifício Maxxi, sede da EDP/ES, concessionária de energia do Estado do Espírito Santo. Os dados do estudo de caso serão coletados em entrevistas não estruturadas e visitas técnicas, e por exame de documentação e normas relacionadas. Foi avaliado a possibilidade de obtenção de ganhos energéticos e proposto soluções para as oportunidades encontradas. O tempo de retorno de investimento com análise do investimento necessário para algumas melhorias foi calculado.
Dysphagia Aortica: A Case Report and Review of Treatment Options
Authors: Baboli Komeil Mirzaei , Mittal Sumeet K. ,   Norton Thoracic Institute, St. Joseph´s Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix, Arizona, USA,   Creighton University School of Medicine–Phoenix Regional Campus, Arizona, USA
Published: February 2021

A 64-year-old, cachectic man with body mass index (BMI) <19 visited in clinic with the chief complaint of dysphagia for 6 months. He reported a 2-year history of reflux and heartburn, for which he has been taking pantoprazole but reported only 40% relief of reflux symptoms. He reported progressive solid food mid-chest dysphagia. Additional comorbidities included severe pulmonary bronchiectasis and bullous emphysema and a history of treated pulmonary tuberculosis 40 years prior and two previous episodes of spontaneous pneumothorax in the right-sided lung treated with a chest tube. A chest X-ray showed a calcified aorta crossing the midline (Figure 1). A CT scan done for assessment of pneumothorax showed a torturous descending thoracic aorta and a dilated mid-/proximal esophagus. The diameter of the descending aorta was 41 mm, and it crossed the midline. For evaluation of dysphagia, a barium swallow was performed, which showed a narrowing in the mid-esophagus with proximal dilation and lack of peristalsis (Figure 2). Upper gastrointestinal endoscopy showed a dilated esophagus with eccentric extraluminal compression. High-resolution manometry (HRM) showed an absence of peristalsis and a vascular pressure artifact around the mid-esophagus correlating with the external aortic compression (Figure 3). Due to alarming weight loss and a BMI <19, we recommended a feeding jejunostomy to maintain nutrition before scheduling definitive treatment.
Manual de cocina: Recetario de arracacha (Arracacia xanthorrhiza Bancr.) Agrosavia La 22 para la región Andina de Colombia
Authors: Garnica Montaña Johanna Paola , Gómez Tovar Jorge Luis , Ballesteros Adriana Lucía
Published: February 2021

El presente recetario muestra un total del 29 recetas elaboradas con la variedad de arracacha Agrosavia La 22 con el objetivo de mostrar las diferentes bondades y usos que tiene la raíz tuberosa, entre ellas entradas, pastelería, comidas tradicionales, dulcería, sopa, ensalada y platos fuertes como una estrategia de transferencia del proyecto “Vinculación de ofertas tecnológicas del sistema productivo de Arracacha para el desarrollo tecnológico del cultivo en la región andina de Colombia” de la Corporación Colombiana de Investigación Agropecuaria – AGROSAVIA
Using Machine Learning Technologies in Pressure Injury Management: Systematic Review
Authors: Jiang Mengyao , Ma Yuxia , Guo Siyi , Jin Liuqi , Lv Lin , Han Lin , An Ning
Published: February 2021

Background

Pressure injury (PI) is a common and preventable problem, yet it is a challenge for at least two reasons. First, the nurse shortage is a worldwide phenomenon. Second, the majority of nurses have insufficient PI-related knowledge. Machine learning (ML) technologies can contribute to lessening the burden on medical staff by improving the prognosis and diagnostic accuracy of PI. To the best of our knowledge, there is no existing systematic review that evaluates how the current ML technologies are being used in PI management.

Objective

The objective of this review was to synthesize and evaluate the literature regarding the use of ML technologies in PI management, and identify their strengths and weaknesses, as well as to identify improvement opportunities for future research and practice.

Methods

We conducted an extensive search on PubMed, EMBASE, Web of Science, Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature (CINAHL), Cochrane Library, China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI), the Wanfang database, the VIP database, and the China Biomedical Literature Database (CBM) to identify relevant articles. Searches were performed in June 2020. Two independent investigators conducted study selection, data extraction, and quality appraisal. Risk of bias was assessed using the Prediction model Risk Of Bias ASsessment Tool (PROBAST).

Results

A total of 32 articles met the inclusion criteria. Twelve of those articles (38%) reported using ML technologies to develop predictive models to identify risk factors, 11 (34%) reported using them in posture detection and recognition, and 9 (28%) reported using them in image analysis for tissue classification and measurement of PI wounds. These articles presented various algorithms and measured outcomes. The overall risk of bias was judged as high.

Conclusions

There is an array of emerging ML technologies being used in PI management, and their results in the laboratory show great promise. Future research should apply these technologies on a large scale with clinical data to further verify and improve their effectiveness, as well as to improve the methodological quality.
Functional Character in Fan Fiction: A Case Study of The Lord of the Rings’ Alternative Universe Fan Fiction For Every Evil
Authors: Fang Jieling
Published: February 2021

From Henry Jenkins onwards, fan fiction study has walked pass almost 30 years and has covered a relatively large field including feminism, queer theory and mass culture, but many scholars still seem to miss the point that fan fiction is firstly a literary text and thus leave its literariness unexamined. In fact, with a high intertextuality and a “poacher” nature, fan fiction can serve as an ideal text to narratology study. This paper, through conducting a case study of The Lord of the Rings’ alternative universe fan fiction For Every Evil, is attempting to unfold fan authors’ literary talent in constructing functional character in the text and use it as a way to deliver personal interpretation to the canon. By applying characters’ known behavior as a method to resolve instability in fan fiction narrative and complete its narrative progress, authors who write alternative universe fan fiction show that this kind of “amateur” writing is worth a closer literary review. It is hoped that through the analysis, the literary merit of fan community can be better recognized, and fan fiction can be treated more as a genre rather than a cultural phenomenon in the future.
Сказки о животных в фольклоре ойратов Китая (на материале сборника сказок о животных «Белозобый воробей» (‘Betege caγān boqširγo’)
Authors:   Kalmyk Scientific Center of the RAS (8, Ilishkin St., Elista 358000, Russian Federation), Ubushieva Danara V.
Published: February 2021

Introduction. Oirat folklore traditions include typologically different tales that remain vastly understudied. Folklore materials of Xinjiang Oirats used to be printed in Clear Script type up to the late 1980s, but currently those are primarily published in Classical Mongolian, which makes it difficult for Russian folklorists to study them. So, the paper attempts an insight into one folklore genre of Xinjiang Oirats — animal tales. Goals. The article classifies animal tales of XUAR-based Oirats (China) in accordance with the universally accepted comparative approach. Materials. The work examines The White-Collared Sparrow (Betege caγān boqširγo) animal tale collection issued by Xinjiang People’s Publishing House in 1981. Results. The study identifies 24 (of 31) plots in standard world classification systems of folklore and mythological motifs, while 7 samples prove essentially local. Some plots are referred to as etiological myths.
Evaluierung des Förderschwerpunkts Talente
Authors:   KMU Forschung Austria, Dorr Andrea , Heckl Eva , Kaufmann Joachim
Published: February 2021

With the funding programme Talents, the Federal Ministry for Climate Action, Environment, Energy, Mobility, Innovation and Technology (BMK) supports people in applied research throughout their entire career. The overarching goal is to increase the utilisation of human potential in the application-oriented, scientific and technical RTI sector. The programme objectives are 1) to inspire young people for research and development, 2) to connect researchers with the economic sector, 3)to guarantee equal opportunities for all. Within the framework of three fields of intervention, there are various programme lines: 1) Intervention field Young Talents with the programme lines Internships for Students and Talents Regional, 2) Intervention field Female Talents with the programme lines FEMtech Internships for Female Students, FEMtech Career and FEMtech Career Check for SMEs (2015 and 2016), as well as FEMtech Research Projects; and 3) Intervention field Professional Talents with the programme lines The Austrian Job Exchange for Research, Development and Innovation as well as Career Grants for Interviews, Relocation and Dual Careers in Applied Research. After an interim evaluation in 2014, a final evaluation took place at the end of the programme period (end of 2020). The programme was analysed with regard to its conception, implementation, achievement of objectives and impact. Furthermore, conclusions and recommendations for the further development of the Talents programme have been drawn. The methodological basis of the evaluation is a document analysis, secondary data analysis (FFG monitoring data), interviews with experts, online surveys of funding recipients (FEMtech Career / FEMtech Career Check for SMEs and Career Grants), case studies (FEMtech Career projects) and workshops.
Evaluierung des Programms Forschungspartnerschaften – industrienahe Dissertationen
Authors:   KMU Forschung Austria, Heckl Eva , Kaufmann Joachim
Published: February 2021

This evaluation was conducted on behalf of the Federal Ministry for Climate Action, Environment, Energy, Mobility, Innovation and Technology (BMK) and examines the programme Research Partnerships – Industrial PhD with regard to its concept, implementation, achievement of objectives and impacts. Based on the results of this analysis, the evaluators draw conclusions for the further development of the programme. The evaluation covers the period from 2014 to mid-2020. The methodological basis of the evaluation is a document analysis, a secondary data analysis of the FFG project monitoring data, expert interviews, an online survey of funding recipients and a workshop.
Neglected spaces in science communication
Authors: Wilkinson Clare
Published: February 2021

Many of the earliest drivers for improved scientific literacy and understanding were based on the assumption that science and technology is all around us, and yet there are some spaces and communities that are neglected in science communication contexts. In this brief comment, Clare Wilkinson introduces a series of ten commentaries, which further probe neglected spaces in science communication.
Communities and narratives in neglected spaces: voices from SMASHfestUK
Authors: Griffiths Wyn , Keith Lindsay
Published: February 2021

Many people are under-served by existing informal science learning (ISL) provisions and under-represented in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics/Medicine) study choices and careers. This paper reflects upon SMASHfestUK which was established, as both a STEAM festival and research platform, to explore methods and approaches for lowering the barriers to engagement with ISL in marginalised communities. To do this SMASHfestUK located its events in the heart of communities and worked with these communities to create those events. This paper tells their story through the voices of participating communities.
Marine and ocean sciences in Mexico: living with our backs to the sea
Authors: Nepote Ana Claudia , Medina-Rosas Pedro
Published: February 2021

Despite Mexico has coasts in the Pacific and Atlantic oceans, people's connection towards the sea and marine environments is quite poor. Our commentary focuses on Mexico's coral reefs, relevant tropical ecosystems to human and oceanic welfare, and it emerges from the experience of the production of an itinerant coral reefs exhibit in Mexico, committed to the conservation and awareness of this threatened habitat. The UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development starts in 2021 and represents an opportunity to increase initiatives for public communication of science on marine and oceanic issues in Mexico and the world.
The elephant in the room: tackling taboos in women's healthcare
Authors: Kapoor Aarti , McKinnon Merryn
Published: February 2021

The medical arena often encounters ‘taboo’ topics. These appear especially prevalent in women's health conditions, such as menstruation and menopause. Taboos are exacerbated by medical uncertainty, complex jargon, and patients' misunderstanding of the human anatomy — impacting patients' ability to actively participate in a shared decision-making process with their doctor. In this commentary, we look at one example of a medical procedure where taboo topics pose a number of challenges in doctor-patient communication — hysterectomy. We explore whether science communication can address these challenges, as well as contribute and collaborate in other medical scenarios, thereby benefiting both disciplines, and ultimately, patients.
Science engagement with faith communities: respecting identity, culture and worldview
Authors: O'Malley Robert C. , Slattery John P. , Baxter Curtis L. , Hinman Katy
Published: February 2021

Most adults in the U.S. and worldwide claim a religious affiliation. As an element of identity and worldview, faith informs many individuals' views of science, technology, and society at large. Engagement with faith communities and religious leaders about science can improve public perceptions and trust of scientists, advance evidence-based policy, and improve diversity, equity and inclusion in science fields. This commentary outlines examples and suggests guiding principles for science engagement with faith communities.
Hubungan Disiplin Kerja dan Komitmen Kerja dengan Kinerja Guru PAI di SMA se-Kabupaten Pidie
Authors: Rahmat Aulia
Published: February 2021

Teachers in the organization are a very important factor in improving the quality of an educational institution. Teachers are required to have high performance. Performance is closely related to the discipline and work commitment of a teacher. Therefore, the research aims to analyze the relationship of work discipline and work commitment to the performance of Islamic Religious Education teachers in SMA in Pidie district.

This research is a field research (quantitative field study) that is direct observation on several variables of the object under study. The population in this research is all PAI teachers in SMA Pidie district that is 63 people. The entire population sample by the method of saturated sampling technique. Methods of data collection are observation, documentation, and questionnaire. Data were analyzed using SPSS statistics version 21. The results showed that: 1) The relationship of work discipline to the performance of PAI teachers in SMA Pidie district have a positive effect. 2) Relation of work commitment to teacher performance also has positive effect. 3) The relationship of work discipline and work commitment together affect the teacher performance, seen from the F-count is 6.731 greater than F table 2.85 or probability 0.000, below the value of significance 0.05, means the variable discipline and work commitment in simultaneous effect on teacher performance. The amount of influence is obtained from Adjusted Ratio of 0,680, that independent variable that is work discipline and work commitment able to explain the dependent variable is performance equal to 68% while the rest equal to 32% explained by other variables outside this research model.
ANALISIS ASUPAN ENERGI, ZAT GIZI MAKRO, VITAMIN C, ZAT BESI, SENG, DAN IMT/U BERDASARKAN TINGKATAN KOGNITIF SISWA KELAS 5 DI SD NEGERI DURI KEPA 13 PAGI JAKARTA BARAT
Authors: Sari Mariana , Sitoayu Laras , Gifari Nazhif , Nadiyah Nadiyah , Nuzrina Rachmanida
Published: February 2021

Latar Belakang. Tingkatan kognitif adalah tingkatan pengetahuan anak dalam kemampuan berpikir, mengingat sampai memecahkan masalah, sedangkan intelegensi (kecerdasan) merupakan tindakan terarah yang membutuhkan keterampilan dan kemampuan nalar yang baik untuk memecahkan masalah. Perkembangan otak berkaitan dengan kemampuan kognitif seseorang yang memiliki peranan penting terhadap prestasi dan keberhasilan dalam pendidikan. Asupan gizi dan status gizi yang normal dibutuhkan dalam pertumbuhan dan perkembangan optimal anak. Hasil survei menyatakan bahwa 34,3 persen anak usia sekolah di Indonesia memiliki kognitif rata-rata. Faktor yang memengaruhi perkembangan kognitif yaitu keturunan, kematangan biologis, pengalaman fisik, lingkungan, dan ekuilibrasi. Tujuan. Tujuan penelitian untuk mengetahui perbedaan asupan energi, zat gizi makro, vitamin C, zat besi, seng, dan IMT/U berdasarkan tingkatan kognitif. Metode. Sampel yang diambil berjumlah 60 orang dengan desain cross-sectional. Asupan makanan diukur menggunakan food recall, IMT/U menggunakan timbangan dan microtoise, perkembangan kognitif menggunakan kuesioner. Uji statistik menggunakan t-test independent dan Mann Whitney. Hasil. Siswa dengan kognitif konkret 43 persen dan kognitif formal 57 persen. Rata-rata asupan energi yaitu 1292 kkal; triptofan 0,3 g; linoleat 2,6 g; linolenat 0,13 g; karbohidrat 178 g; vitamin C 6,3 mg; zat besi (Fe) 4,8 mg; seng (Zn) 4,9 mg; dan IMT/U -0.1 z-score. Variabel yang signifikan adalah asupan energi (p=0,0001), triptofan (p=0,032), linoleat (p=0,003), linolenat (p=0,044), karbohidrat (p=0,0001), zat besi (Fe) (p=0,032), seng (Zn) (p=0,009), dan IMT/U (p=0,038). Asupan vitamin C tidak signifikan dengan nilai p=403. Kesimpulan. Asupan energi, zat gizi makro, zat besi, seng, dan IMT/U yang memadai berpengaruh terhadap perkembangan kognitif siswa kelas 5 di SD Negeri Duri Kepa 13 Pagi Jakarta Barat. Siswa dengan asupan zat gizi dalam jumlah cukup dan IMT/U normal memiliki tingkatan kognitif lebih tinggi dibandingkan siswa yang memiliki asupan zat gizi dan IMT/U kurang.
PARA A CONSTRUÇÃO DE UMA ESCOLA ATIVA NA DIMENSÃO EXTRACURRICULAR: ESTUDO DE CASO NUMA ESCOLA PORTUGUESA
Authors: Mendes Denise Nogueira , Cunha Fernando Paulo , OHara Kelly Lemos , Batista Paula Maria
Published: February 2021

O propósito central deste estudo é caracterizar uma escola secundária portuguesa (na área do Grande Porto), na sua dimensão extracurricular, como ponto de partida para a implementação de um projeto de Escola Ativa. Utilizam-se como instrumentos questionários e entrevistas semiestruturadas, sendo os dados recolhidos tratados com recurso à análise temática e a estatísticas descritivas simples. Os resultados obtidos são apresentados na sequência dos temas encontrados, oportunidades e barreiras, tendo-se concluído que, embora a comunidade educativa mostre interesse na adesão ao projeto, é necessário definir um enquadramento concetual, desenvolver um processo de sensibilização prévia, juntamente com a designação de um líder e uma equipa mobilizadores de uma visão agregadora do mesmo, bem como implementar programas de atividade física motivantes, sistemáticos e sustentáveis.
CRÍTICA E RENOVAÇÃO DA EDUCAÇÃO FÍSICA COLOMBIANA: UMA COMPARAÇÃO COM O BRASIL
Authors: Eusse Karen Lorena Gil , Almeida Felipe Quintão , Bracht Valter
Published: February 2021

O artigo analisa um movimento de crítica e renovação da Educação Física colombiana a partir das últimas décadas do século XX, comparando-o com fenômeno similar no Brasil. Metodologicamente, está fundamentado, de um lado, na análise de conteúdo de dois periódicos colombianos e em 16 entrevistas com profissionais da Educação Física daquele país. De outro lado, baseia-se na farta literatura dedicada ao tema no Brasil. A reflexão comparada demonstra as consequências diversas do processo de esportivização e cientifização do componente curricular, oportunidade para identificar semelhanças, diferenças, continuidades, rupturas, mas, também, as renovações epistemológicas produzidas na Educação Física dos dois países.
SUPERPOWERFUL BUT SUPERINVISIBLE? WOMEN’S FOOTBALL AND NATION IN PRESIDENTIAL DISCOURSE IN COLOMBIA, 2010-2018
Authors: Watson Peter Jonathan
Published: February 2021

O presente artigo avalia, quantitativa e qualitativamente, referências feitas ao futebol feminino, na Colômbia, nos discursos presidenciais e publicações no Twitter durante a presidência de Juan Manuel Santos (2010-2018). Compara representações e mensagens em torno das respectivas equipes nacionais colombianas de futebol masculino e feminino em relação ao projeto de unidade nacional de Santos. Embora o governo de Santos entendesse que o futebol desempenhava, na Colômbia, um potencial e poderoso papel unificador e transformador, este trabalho questiona se esse potencial se limita ao jogo masculino e o quanto o futebol feminino pode ter contribuído para a estratégia de nacionalismo desportivo de Santos. Será que o futebol feminino representaria também o “nós nacional” e a “Nova Colômbia”, tão frequentemente mencionados na retórica presidencial?
Reconstruction of Achilles region defects: a single-center experience
Authors: Eser Cengiz , Ceylan Ozgün İlke Karagöz , Gencel Eyuphan , Tabakan Ibrahim , Kokaçya Ömer , Yavuz Metin
Published: February 2021

Background: Reconstruction of Achilles tendon and the overlying tissue
defects is a challenging undertaking. The spectrum of available repair
methods range from secondary healing to use of free flaps. Method: In
this study, we retrospectively evaluated 14 patients who underwent
reconstruction of Achilles region defect between 2016 and 2019 at a
single center. Results: Reconstructions were performed with secondary
healing (n=2), negative pressure wound therapy and skin grafting (n=2),
free flaps (n=6), and local and distant flaps (n=4). Satisfactory
aesthetic and functional outcomes were achieved in all patients. One
patient developed partial skin graft loss. Marginal necrosis occurred in
one of the local flaps. Wound dehiscence and flap retraction occurred in
one of the free (superficial circumflex iliac artery perforator) flaps.
One patient undergoing reconstruction with ulnar artery perforator flap
developed intraoperative atrial fibrillation; the operation was
terminated and reconstruction completed with skin grafting. Conclusion:
Orthoplastic reconstruction should be kept in mind for Achilles tendon
defects. Use of special digital imaging techniques facilitates flap
surgery and helps minimize the risk of flap complications. Conventional
approaches are suitable for shallow small skin lesions. Local flaps are
good options for deeper skin defects owing to superior aesthetic
outcomes. Superthin free flaps offer a distinct advantage in skillful
hands. Use of multi-content free chimeric flaps for reconstruction of
complex defects facilitates better anatomical repair. Cross leg or
flow-through flaps may be considered in patients with compromised distal
circulation. Selection of the most reliable approach for Achilles
reconstruction is a key imperative to achieve favorable outcomes.
Understanding Temporal and Spatial Variation of Stable Water Isotopes in Precipitation over Upper Blue Nile River Basin
Authors: Cholo Bisrat , Kebede Seifu , Yoshimura Kei , Kenea Tadesse
Published: February 2021

Stable isotopes in precipitation and vapor are a powerful tool for
tracing the origin of moisture and mixing processes. This paper
discusses time and space variation of δ18O in precipitation and
controlling features over upper Blue Nile Basin using data from GNIP,
observed data in 2014 and simulated data by AGCM. IsoGSM simulation in
precipitation was verified with observation. The δ18O variation shows
clear seasonality with the lowest 18O values in August and dry season,
and enriched 18O in spring, June and September. Spring sample is
enriched compared to summer, and assumed to be related with moisture
sources. More enriched isotopes in spring and lower d-excess could be
related to the source of air masses in short travel path from North
Indian Ocean, Mediterranean and Red sea while summer rain is depleted
with larger d-excess could be related to longer travel path of moisture
from south Indian Ocean with mixing of potential evaporated moisture
from open surface and transpired moisture from Congo vegetation and also
from Gulf of Guinea. The isotopic statistics of three stations shows
maximum, minimum and average value of (8.23‰, -11.73‰, 0.04‰) in Addis
Ababa, (5.26‰, -12.74‰, and -2.52‰) in Entoto Hill and (4.08‰, -9.65‰,
2.41‰) in Debremarkos respectively. The δ2H- δ18O relationships, monthly
weighted d-excess variation in the Basin revealed the temporal variation
of δ18O in precipitation is essentially shaped by the source of the
moisture and spatial differences is due to Rayleigh rainout effect along
the moisture trajectory. The source of moisture is primarily controlled
by the north south movement of ITCZ within the Basin. The study
recommends the use of model simulated δ18O as good alternative for
hydrological and hydrologeological investigations when needed.
Outcomes of ureteroscopy and internal ureteral stent for pregnancy with urolithiasis: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Authors: Jin Xingwei , Liu Boke , Xiong Yunqi , Tu Weichao , Shao Yuan , Zhang Lin , Wang Dawei
Published: February 2021

Objectives To investigate the outcomes of internal ureteral stent versus
ureteroscopy for pregnant women with urolithiasis. Data Sources Relevant
studies published from January 1980 to April 2020 were identified
through a systematic literature search in MEDLINE, EMBASE, Web of
Science and Cochrane Library. Study Eligibility Criteria Total of 453
studies were initially identified. Pregnant women in any pregnancy
stages who underwent D-J stent insertion only or ureteroscopy operation
were included. The number of related participants in each group of study
should be more than 10. This systematic review has been registered on
PROSPERO (CRD42020195607). Results A total of 25 studies were identified
with 131 cases serial stenting and 789 cases URS. The pooled operation
success rate was 97% for D-J stent insertion, and 99% for URS. For
internal ureteral stent therapy, normal fertility outcome rate was 99%,
but the pooled incidence of complications was about 45%. For the URS
group, normal fertility outcome rate was 99%, and the pooled incidence
of complications was about 1%. However, the pooled premature and
abortion incidence rate of two groups were the same as less than 1%,
and same in serious complication incidence rate. Conclusions Although
internal ureteral stent may cause more slight complications,
ureteroscopy operation and internal ureteral stent showed less side
effective on fertility results. Evidence suggests that URS therapy have
greater advantage for pregnancy with urinary stones when the condition
permits. As it is proved safe and effective, internal ureteral stent
could be considered at emergency or other special situations.