bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
ERGONOMIA INFORMACIONAL NA APRESENTAÇÃO GRÁFICA DE SINAIS DE ADVERTÊNCIA EM EMBALAGENS DE BRINQUEDOS
Authors: Nicácio Patrícia , Diniz Raimundo , Spinillo Carla
Published: December 2017

Estudo sobre a apresentação gráfica de sinais de advertência verbais impressos em embalagens de brinquedos comercializados na cidade de São Luís (MA). Analisou-se uma amostra constituída por 612 sinais de advertência impressos em embalagens de brinquedos – representados nos modos verbal – distribuídos em 7 (sete) classificações de brinquedos. Considerou-se no estudo analítico o modelo das Variáveis da Apresentação Gráfica proposto por Mijksenaar (1997). A partir dos resultados obtidos é possível afirmar que, de maneira geral, os sinais de advertência no modo verbal não estão em conformidade com o que a literatura recomenda. Ressalta-se que, em 9 das 12 variáveis analisadas (níveis gráficos), a maioria das advertências apresentou deficiências e, estas, consequentemente, podem provocar em danos/prejuízos para o consumidor indireto, as crianças.

This paper describes a study about graphic presentation of warnings in toys packaging traded in São Luís City (MA). It was analyzed a sample composed by 612 warnings collected on toys packaging – represented by verbal modes – all categorized in 7 (seven) kinds of toys. It was considered a model of Variables of the Graphic Presentation proposed by Mijksenaar (1997) to analyze the sample mentioned. Results show that the verbal warnings are not according to literature. Also, in 9 (nine) of 12 (twelve) variables analyzed, most of warnings had design problems that can bring damage concerning to use of toys by children.
AUGMENTED REALITY
Authors: Salinas Martí­nez Norma Patricia , Hernández-Nieto Carlos , Quintero Eliud , Sánchez Xavier , González-Mendívil Eduardo
Published: December 2017

Augmented Reality, Visualization, Educational Technology

In order to take advantage of the didactic potential that AugmentedReality (AR) provides we present an educational resource meant to help to transform the teaching and learning of Mathematics, through the creation of graphical representations for mathematical reasoning. The spatial visualization skill is a cross-curriculum content that has been taken for granted, the challenge then is to improve its development. With the design of this AR application we want to help students with this task. The application covers content that belongs to conventional courses of calculus I, II and III at college.
ARQUITETURA DE INFORMAÇÃO E CONVERGÊNCIA JORNALÍSTICA:
Authors: Dos Santos Diana A. B. , Agner Luiz
Published: December 2017

Arquitetura de informação; Taxonomia; Jornalismo digital; Ergodesign.

 

Este trabalho objetivou contribuir para o desenvolvimentoda produção científica relacionada ao tema da usabilidade do design jornalístico na internet. A pesquisa analisou a Arquitetura de Informação do website carioca O Dia, investigando o modelo mental dos leitores-usuários quanto à organização e ao agrupamento de informações. O método e as técnicas de avaliação empregadas são provenientes das disciplinas que abordam a arquitetura de informação, ergodesign e a experiência do usuário (UX), por isso o texto dedica grande parte da sua atenção à descrição da técnica de card sorting ea sua análise. A pesquisa encontrou problemas na taxonomia do site do jornal O Dia, quanto à localização e recuperação das informações. Identificaram-se falta de clareza nos rótulos do website, ambiguidades einconsistências. Este trabalho pôde verificar que a elaboração inadequada da Arquitetura de Informação em sites jornalísticos pode influenciar negativamente a busca e a recuperação da informação por seus usuários.
PERCEPÇÃO DE DESCONFORTO NAS MÃOS
Authors: Alves Ana Laura , Silva Danilo Corrêa , Medola Fausto Orsi , Passchoarelli Luis Carlos
Published: December 2017

Este estudo objetivou avaliar a percepção de desconforto das mãos em atividades com dois tipos de aro de propulsão de cadeira de rodas manual. Para tanto, adotou-se o protocolo de mapeamento das diferentes regiões das mãos. Os resultados indicam que o aro de propulsão B desencadeou menor intensidade de desconforto.
ANÁLISE BIBLIOMÉTRICA DA PRODUÇÃO CIENTÍFICA EM ERGONOMIA NA ÁREA DO DESIGN
Authors: Vasquez Melissa Marin , Bertolaccini Guilherme Da Silva , Mattos Liara Mucio de , Medola Fausto Orsi , Paschoarelli Luis Carlos
Published: December 2017

Esta pesquisa tem como objetivo procurar e analisar os aspectos que estão sendo tratados nas pesquisas científicas relacionadas à área da Ergonomia e o Design. Para o desenvolvimento do trabalho foram utilizadas técnicas de pesquisa bibliométrica dentro da base de dados da Scopus, dos trabalhos científicos relacionados a Design e Ergonomia correspondentes aos anos 2010 até 2015, a fim de orientar estudos que precisem encontrar trabalhos científicos nesta área de atuação além de encontrar qual o caminho que a pesquisa no tema vem tomando nos últimos anos, bem como as mudanças e tendências futuras desta linha de pesquisa.
GRAU DE ACESSIBILIDADE DA HABITAÇÃO VERTICAL DESTINADA A MORADORES IDOSOS:
Authors: Yoshida Débora Mituuti , Magagnin Renata Cardoso
Published: December 2017

Este artigo tem por objetivo apresentar um instrumento que permite avaliar o grau de acessibilidade na habitação destinada a moradores idosos incorporando a visão de moradores e técnicos. O instrumento foi aplicado no município de Marília (SP), em três edifícios residenciais localizados na região central cidade.
MAPEAMENTO SISTEMÁTICO DE LITERATURA SOBRE ESTUDOS DE INTERFACES DE USUÁRIO EM TECNOLOGIA ASSISTIVA
Authors: Costa Vinícius Krüger da , Rodrigues Andréia Sias , Cardoso Rafael Cunha , Tavares Tatiana Aires
Published: December 2017

O artigo apresenta, através de um Mapeamento Sistemático de Literatura, o estado da arte da pesquisa sobre as diversas Interfaces de Usuário (IU) aplicadas em Tecnologia Assistiva (TA) para usuários com deficiência motora e/ou visual, apresentando padrões, tendências e novos espaços de pesquisa nesse campo de estudo da interação humano-computador.
FERRAMENTAS VIRTUAIS DE AUXÍLIO NO TRANSPORTE
Authors: Barros Rubenio Dos Santos , Arruda Filho Moisaniel Pimentel , Campos Lívia Flávia De Albuquerque
Published: December 2017

Este artigo apresenta o desenvolvimento de uma proposta de aplicativo que visa oferecer suporte e incentivar a adoção do ciclismo como meio de transporte entre estudantes da Universidade Federal do Maranhão, tendo como foco o design participativo e a usabilidade. São apresentadas as etapas de projetação, tendo destaque a consideração princípios ergonômicos ao longo do processo. Ao final, desenvolveu-se um teste de usabilidade com a ferramenta SUS a partir de um protótipo funcional do aplicativo que apresentou índice de satisfação e usabilidade 93,33 entre os participantes.
MEDINDO A EXPERIÊNCIA DO USUÁRIO POR MEIO DE SINAIS PSICOFISIOLÓGICOS
Authors: Catecati Tiago , Merino Eugenio Andrés Díaz , De Guimarães Bruno Maia , Gobbi Aline Girardi , Ferreira Marcelo Gitirana Gomes
Published: December 2017

Esta pesquisa teve como objetivo identificar os principais equipamentos utilizados na medição de sinais fisiológicos, passíveis de serem empregados na avaliação da satisfação do usuário em testes de usabilidade. Foi desenvolvida uma revisão bibliográfica sistemática para identificar as dez tecnologias de medição de sinais fisiológicos abordadas neste artigo.
E-COMMERCE EM INTERFACES DIGITAIS
Authors: Bozzi Carolina , Mont'Alvão Claudia
Published: December 2017

Este artigo é parte de uma pesquisa em andamento, inicialmente pautada nos problemas causados por adaptações acríticas de sítios de comércio eletrônico de vestuário completos para o acesso via smartphones. Após a realização de uma pesquisa exploratória, identificou-se que a barreira mais enfrentada por usuários não tinha relação com o tipo dispositivo; e sim à falta de confiança nas medidas das roupas fabricadas pela indústria de vestuário brasileira. Além de ser um problema de usabilidade, por induzir os usuários ao erro, foi verificado que seu impacto maior era sobre a experiência do usuário (UX). A implementação de uma pesquisa exploratória como primeira abordagem de pesquisa mostrou-se essencial para o levantamento dos problemas enfrentados por usuários em uma área em franca expansão no Brasil e no mundo.
ABORDAGEM ERGONÔMICA DA MOVIMENTAÇÃO HUMANA, SUA NATUREZA COMPLEXA E ASPECTOS PARA SUA SIMULAÇÃO
Authors: Braga Henrique Costa , Moita Gray Farias , Almeida Paulo
Published: December 2017

No artigo, a movimentação humana, por si só, é apresentada como sendo parte de um sistema ergonômico rico em complexidade. São também incluídos diversos aspectos relevantes envolvidos na movimentação humana, necessários para o desenvolvimento de um modelo computacional. É proposto que esta seja uma modelagem baseada em agentes ergonomicamente situada. Assim, os comportamentos individuais, coletivos e emergentes apresentados na movimentação humana são uma consequência da configuração inicial do sistema, das suas vizinhanças, da auto-organização dos agentes envolvidos e de suas interações locais.
UMA ABORDAGEM INICIAL SOBRE VALORES HUMANOS NO DESIGN DE INTERAÇÃO: PROJETANDO TECNOLOGIAS INTERATIVAS PARA INCENTIVAR A RECICLAGEM
Authors: Nunes Luciana Martins da Silva , Mont'Alvão Cláudia
Published: December 2017

Este artigo descreve a utilização de valores humanos na etapa inicial do design de sistema de eco-feedback para incentivar a reciclagem. Realizou-se uma atividade piloto de design colaborativo no formato de workshop. O resultado foi a elaboração de um fluxo de telas, no qual os designers documentaram os valores trabalhados.
CONDUZINDO FOCUS GROUP COM IDOSOS
Authors: Chagas Rocha Eron Moreno , Padovani Stephania
Published: December 2017

Este artigo tem por objetivo levantar as sugestões do público idoso que podem contribuir com noções de ensino-aprendizagem na elaboração de um curso básico de smartphones. O método utilizado foi o grupo focado, com a participação de 9 idosos. Os resultados são informações relacionadas à aprendizagem de smartphones, que podem contribuir para a elaboração de um mini-curso de smartphones para idosos.
Spontaneous splenic rupture in infectious mononucleosis
Authors: Odalovic Bozidar , Jovanovic Milan , Stolic Radojica , Belic Branislav , Nikolic Simon , Mandic Predrag
Published: December 2017

Introduction. Spontaneous splenic rupture is a rare but potentially fatal complication of infectious mononucleosis (IM). It occurs in only 0.1?0.5% of cases of this disease. The aim of this paper was to present a case with spontaneous splenic rupture after IM. Case outline. A 22-year-old female patient was feeling better one month after she was treated for infectious mononucleosis, and started training volleyball. Two weeks after starting the training, she felt severe abdominal pain. The diagnosis of rupture was confirmed with computer tomography. Splenectomy was successfully performed. The postoperative course was uneventful and the patient recovered with no need for blood transfusion. Conclusion. Timely diagnosis and setting indications for surgical treatment are crucial in healing. Patients should wait to start with sport activities at least two months if the size of the spleen is within normal range.
Improving estimations in quantile regression model with autoregressive errors
Authors: Yuzbasi Bahadır , Asar Yasin , Sik Samil , Demiralp Ahmet
Published: December 2017

An important issue is that the respiratory mortality may be a result of air pollution which can be measured by the following variables: temperature, relative humidity, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, hydrocarbons, ozone, and particulates. The usual way is to fit a model using the ordinary least squares regression, which has some assumptions, also known as Gauss-Markov assumptions, on the error term showing white noise process of the regression model. However, in many applications, especially for this example, these assumptions are not satisfied. Therefore, in this study, a quantile regression approach is used to model the respiratory mortality using the mentioned explanatory variables. Moreover, improved estimation techniques such as preliminary testing and shrinkage strategies are also obtained when the errors are autoregressive. A Monte Carlo simulation experiment, including the quantile penalty estimators such as lasso, ridge, and elastic net, is designed to evaluate the performances of the proposed techniques. Finally, the theoretical risks of the listed estimators are given.
Moments of sample extremes of order statistics from discrete uniform distribution and numerical results
Authors: Calik Sinan , Bugatekin Ayse
Published: December 2017

In this study, the mth raw moments of sample extremes of order statistics from discrete uniform distribution are obtained. The results of sample extremes of order statistics of random variable for the independent and identically discrete uniform distribution are given. Numerical values are shown in table form
On numerical solutions for the Caputo-Fabrizio fractional heat-like equation
Authors: Korpinar Zeliha
Published: December 2017

In this article, Laplace homotopy analysis method in order to solve fractional heat-like equation with variable coefficients, are introduced. Laplace homotopy analysis method, founded on combination of homotopy methods and Laplace transform is used to supply a new analytical approximated solutions of the fractional partial differential equations in case of the Caputo-Fabrizio. The solutions obtained are compared with exact solutions of these equations. Reliability of the method is given with graphical consequens and series solutions. The results show that the method is a powerfull and efficient for solving the fractional heat-like equations with variable coefficients.
Calculation of electric field strength in the ionospheric F-region
Authors: Yesil Ali , Kurt Kadri
Published: December 2017

In this study, we have calculated the electric field strength, Ey, of a plane electromagnetic wave with frequency, ?, propagation along z-axes and the polarized y-axes in 1-D by using Wentzel, Kramers, and Brillouin method for both with and without collision conditions in ionospheric F-region with regard to seasonal and local time. Also, the refractive index of ordinary wave and attenuation factor was computed for collision and collision-free conditions. When the collisions were calculated in the F-region of the ionosphere, it was observed that the electric field strength decreased for all seasons and Ey increased between 275-400 km altitudes encountering approximately hmF2 ?the peak of F2? for the accepted conditions.
Fractal derivative model for the transport of the suspended sediment in unsteady flows
Authors: Nie Shiqian , Sun Hong , Liu Xiaoting , Ze Wang , Xie Mingzhao
Published: December 2017

This paper makes an attempt to develop a Hausdorff fractal derivative model for describing the vertical distribution of suspended sediment in unsteady flow. The index of Hausdorff fractal derivative depends on the spatial location and the temporal moment in sediment transport. We also derive the approximate solution of the Hausdorff fractal derivative advection-dispersion equation model for the suspended sediment concentration distribution, to simulate the dynamics procedure of suspended concentration. Numerical simulation results verify that the Hausdorff fractal derivative model provides a good agreement with the experimental data, which implies that the Hausdorff fractal derivative model can serve as a candidate to describe the vertical distribution of suspended sediment concentration in unsteady flow.
Numerical inverse Laplace homotopy technique for fractional heat equations
Authors: Yavuz Mehmet , Ozdemir Necati
Published: December 2017

In this paper, we have aimed the numerical inverse Laplace homotopy technique for solving some interesting 1-D time-fractional heat equations. This method is based on the Laplace homotopy perturbation method, which is combined form of the Laplace transform and the homotopy perturbation method. Firstly, we have applied to the fractional 1-D PDE by using He?s polynomials. Then we have used Laplace transform method and discussed how to solve these PDE by using Laplace homotopy perturbation method. We have declared that the proposed model is very efficient and powerful technique in finding approximate solutions to the fractional PDE.
Relationship between micro-structure and mechanical properties of dissimilar aluminum alloy plates by friction stir welding
Authors: Sarsilmaz Furkan
Published: December 2017

Friction stir welding can be applied to weld dissimilar aluminum alloys which have different chemical and mechanical properties without causing any weld defects under a wide range of welding conditions. In this study, AA2024-T3 and AA6063-T6 aluminum alloys were selected and successfully welded in butt position together using by friction stir welding. The welding trials were conducted using different rotational speed and traverse speed conditions also investigating their effect on mechanical and micro-structural behavior of friction stir welding joints. The micro-structural evolution of the material was analyzed by optical observations and scanning electron microscopy inspections of the weld cross-sections. Tension and fatigue studies were also employed to the study. On the other hand, the fracture characterizations of samples were examined by scanning electron microscopy. Fatigue tests were performed by using a resonant electro-mechanical fatigue testing machine by axial bending fatigue test procedure. The fatigue strength has been analyzed drawing S-N curves. Experimental results indicate that micro-structural and mechanical properties are significantly affected by changing welding parameters within the chosen range of welding conditions.
Modified variational iteration method for straight fins with temperature dependent thermal conductivity
Authors: Inc Mustafa , Khan Hasib , Baleanu Dumitru , Khan Aziz
Published: December 2017

The modified variational iteration method (MVIM) has been used to calculate the efficiency of straight fins with temperature dependent thermal conductivity. The obtained results are compared with homotopy analysis method (HAM), homotopy perturbation method (HPM), and Adomian decomposition method (ADM). It is used w ? 0 auxiliary parameter to keep under control convergence region of solution series in MVIM. As a result, although MVIM and HAM give results close to each other; HPM and ADM give divergent results from analytical solution.
The Effect of Elevated A1C on Immediate Postoperative Complications: A Prospective Observational Study
Authors: Chen Pinxia , Hallock Katherine K. , Mulvey Christie L. , Berg Arthur S. , Cherian Verghese T.
Published: December 2017

IN BRIEF This study examined whether elevated A1C in patients with diabetes is associated with a higher incidence of postoperative infections and other complications. Researchers followed 50 noncardiac surgical patients for 7 postoperative days. Half of the patients had an A1C <7% and the other half had an A1C ≥7%. The two groups were otherwise comparable except that the higher-A1C group had significantly higher pre-induction and postoperative blood glucose levels, with wider variability in the first 24 hours after surgery. During the first postoperative week, 11 patients developed complications, of whom 10 were in the higher-A1C group. Elevated A1C, unlike a single preoperative blood glucose value, may predict difficult postoperative glucose control and postsurgical complications.
Does Time-in-Range Matter? Perspectives From People With Diabetes on the Success of Current Therapies and the Drivers of Improved Outcomes
Authors: Runge Ava S. , Kennedy Lynn , Brown Adam S. , Dove Abigail E. , Levine Brian J. , Koontz Sophie P. , Iyengar Varun S. , Odeh Sarah A. , Close Kelly L. , Hirsch Irl B. , Wood Richard
Published: December 2017

IN BRIEF After assessing patient perspectives on the success of current diabetes therapies and the factors that have the greatest impact on daily life, we show that time-in-range is a crucial outcome for people with diabetes and that current therapies are falling short on this metric. We also show that patients feel significant stress and worry, and they believe they are falling short in diet, exercise, and weight maintenance. In addition, they believe diet and exercise and in-range blood glucose are the biggest drivers of improved diabetes management and mindset. Together, these findings support the need for therapies that improve outcomes including and beyond A1C.
Cuspal Deflection in Premolar Teeth Restored with Bulk-Fill Resin-Based Composite Materials
Authors: Elsharkasi MM , Platt JA , Cook NB , Yassen GH , Matis BA
Published: December 2017

The present study investigated the effect of three high-viscosity bulk-fill resin-based composite materials on cuspal deflection in natural teeth. Thirty-two sound maxillary premolar teeth with large slot mesio-occlusal-distal cavities were distributed into four groups (n=8). Three groups were restored with bulk-fill resin composite materials (Tetric EvoCeram Bulk Fill, Ivoclar Vivadent, Schaan, Liechtenstein; x-tra fil, VOCO, Cuxhaven, Germany; and SonicFill, Kerr, Orange, CA, USA) in a single 4-mm increment. The conventional composite group, Filtek Z100 (3M ESPE, St Paul, MN, USA), was used to restore the cavities in 2-mm increments. Cusp deflection was recorded postirradiation using a Nikon measurescope UM-2 (Nikon, Tokyo, Japan) by measuring the changes in the bucco-palatal widths of the teeth at five minutes, 24 hours, and 48 hours after completion of the restorations. Cuspal deflection was significantly higher in the conventional composite than in the Tetric EvoCeram Bulk Fill (p=0.0031), x-tra fil (p=0.0029), and SonicFill Bulk (p=0.0002) groups. There were no significant differences in cuspal deflection among the three bulk-fill materials (all p<0.05). In conclusion, all the investigated bulk-fill resin composites exhibited cuspal deflection values that were smaller than those associated with a conventional incrementally placed resin composite.
A Novel Enamel and Dentin Etching Protocol Using α-hydroxy Glycolic Acid: Surface Property, Etching Pattern, and Bond Strength Studies
Authors: Cecchin D , Farina AP , Vidal CMP , Bedran-Russo AK
Published: December 2017

Objectives:

To determine the use of α-hydroxy glycolic acid (GA) as a surface pretreatment for dental restorative applications. The etching pattern of GA pretreatment of dental hard tissues was assessed by surface microhardness and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). The effectiveness of GA surface etching on the enamel and dentin resin bond strengths was assessed using two etchant application modes (rubbing and no rubbing) and three adhesive systems (Single Bond [SB], One Step Plus [OSP], and Scotchbond Universal [SBU]).

Methods:

Knoop microhardness measurements were carried out on polished enamel and dentin surfaces before and after treatment with 35% GA, 35% phosphoric acid (PA), or distilled water (control group) for 30 seconds. The microtensile bond strength test was carried out on enamel and dentin. Ultrastructural analysis of the surface and interfacial interaction was qualitatively accomplished using SEM.

Results:

Etching with either PA or GA significantly decreased the enamel microhardness, with GA being significantly less aggressive than PA (p<0.001), while both acids showed similar decreases in dentin microhardness (p=0.810). SEM revealed similar etching patterns of GA and PA, while apparently a thinner hybrid layer was observed for GA groups. In dentin, the bond strengths were statistically similar between PA and GA groups, regardless of the etchant application mode (p>0.05). However, rubbing of GA enhanced the bond strength to enamel. PA and GA significantly increased the SBU bond strength to enamel when compared to SB and OSP (p<0.05).

Conclusions:

GA effectively etched enamel and dentin surfaces, resulting in bond strength values similar to those associated with traditional PA. GA is a suitable enamel and dentin surface etchant for adhesive restorative procedures.
Replacement of a Missing Maxillary Central Incisor Using a Direct Fiber-Reinforced Fixed Dental Prosthesis: A Case Report
Authors: Romero MF , Haddock FJ , Brackett WW
Published: December 2017

The use of the direct fiber-reinforced fixed dental prosthesis (FDP) restorative technique presented in this article will result in an ideal restoration considering both esthetics and function in a single appointment. Although indirect techniques are available and may be used, they are time-consuming, resulting in higher cost; therefore, a simplified approach combining a prebonded fiber-reinforced mesh with a sculptable micro-hybrid composite will deliver an acceptable esthetic result with proper function.
Three-Year Effects of Deproteinization on the In Vitro Durability of Resin/Dentin-Eroded Interfaces
Authors: Siqueira FSF , Cardenas AFM , Gomes GM , Chibinski AC , Gomes OMM , Bandeca MC , Loguercio AD , Gomes JC
Published: December 2017

Objective:

To evaluate the effect of sodium hypochlorite on the immediate and three-year bonding properties of a resin-eroded dentin interface produced by one of two adhesive strategies.

Methods and Materials:

Forty-eight molars were randomly assigned to six experimental groups, according to the combination of the adhesive strategy (etch-and-rinse and self-etch) and the dentin surface (control groups without erosion, eroded dentin surface [ED], and eroded dentin surface + NaOCl 5.2% [ED + NaOCl]). After completing restoration, specimens were stored in water (37°C) for 24 hours and then sectioned into resin–dentin beams (0.8 mm2) to be tested under tension (0.5 mm/min) immediately thereafter or after three years of water storage. To assess nanoleakage (NL), specimens were immersed in silver nitrate solution and examined by scanning electron microscopy at both time points. The dentin-etching pattern was examined under a scanning electron microscope. Data were subjected to appropriate statistical analysis (α=0.05)

Results:

In both strategies, a more pronounced and significant reduction of the microtensile bond strength (μTBS) values was observed for the ED groups (p=0.0001) after three years. However, in the ED + NaOCl group, μTBS values were maintained after three years of water storage. Furthermore, application of NaOCl to eroded dentin significantly reduced the immediate NL values and also preserved these values after three years of water storage for both adhesive strategies (p>0.05). When considering the ED group, a superficial removal of the smear layer and enlarged lumen tubules in comparison to control were present. However, for ED + NaOCl, there was a total removal of the smear layer and significant numbers of collagen fibrils were exposed.

Conclusion:

The use of NaOCl may maintain the long-term stability of a resin-eroded dentin interface formed by etch-and-rinse and self-etch adhesives.
STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT OF A COMPANY UNDER THE CONDITIONS OF A CHANGING ENVIRONMENT
Authors: Skalik Mirosława , Burunova Olena , Suriak Alla
Published: December 2017

The functioning of enterprises in the changing environment is exposed to high risks. Ability to respond appropriately to changes is associated with the need to develop the right strategy. Managing a business is a big challenge for managers. Distinguishing strategic and operating decisions is a crucial element of planning and organising activity. Define objectives and indicators depicting their implementation is the basis for strategic management. These problems are discussed in this article.
FORMATION OF A NEW SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC POLICY AS A BASE FOR INNOVATION DEVELOPMENT IN CONDITIONS OF EURO-INTEGRATION
Authors: Mazurok Petro , Musienko Volodymyr , Hura Olha , Lytvynenko Daryna
Published: December 2017

In the conditions of economy formation, the main object of analysis becomes an individual, his/her potential development and its realization. This causes substantial changes in the structure, direction and mechanism of formation and realization of social policy in conditions of setting up innovation economy as a form of realizing human potential through the mechanism of innovation social policy.
PROBLEMS AND PROSPECTS OF INTERNATIONAL TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER BETWEEN EU COUNTRIES AND UKRAINE IN THE FRAMEWORK OF IMPLEMENTATION OF THE PAN-EUROPEAN DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY
Authors: Izmaylov Yaroslav , Slyusarenko Kateryna , Sheludiakova Natalia
Published: December 2017

The article is devoted to the analysis of the opportunities and prospects of international technological transfer between the EU and Ukraine. The authors consider the impact of international technology transfer on Ukraine’s investment and innovation development, export-import potential and international competitiveness of the country. In the context of the main directions of production of world high technologies the most favourable and perspective directions for Ukraine are determined.
SELF-DIRECTED LEARNING OF ENGLISH FOR SPECIFIC PURPOSES (BUSINESS ENGLISH) AS POWERFUL PEDADOGICAL TOOL IN THE CONTEXT OF ECONOMIC UNIVERSITY
Authors: Bratanych Olgа , Skydan Sergii , Leonardos Melisandra
Published: December 2017

The authors have analyzed the conceptual framework of self-directed learning theory; described some issues of self-directed learning within the field of higher education in the North America and identified some challenges of self-directed English for Specific Purposes (ESP) learning in the Ukrainian Economic University setting; shared some practical information about using it as a pedagogical tool in an ESP (Business English) classroom for advanced learners in the context of Ukrainian Economic University; characterized the ESP course containing a self-directed learning component; showed who is more likely to become an efficient self-directed ESP learner; presented some ideas on the role of the teacher in involving students in self-directed ESP learning; selected several ways to foster an ESP learner autonomy: established a number of economic benefits of self-directed ESP learning.
LEGAL ASPECTS OF EMERGENCY PSYCHIATRIC INTERVENTION
Authors: Mizerska Krystyna , Kosior-Lara Adrianna , Rusnáková Viera
Published: December 2017

The purpose of this article is to discuss the legal aspects applicable in emergency psychiatric intervention. Therefore, inter alia, the provisions of the act on the protection of mental health (dated August 19, 1994) and the act on the rights of the patient and the Patient's Rights Ombudsman (6 November 2008) are recalled in this article. In addition, examples of the emergency states in which psychiatric interventions may take place are given in this paper. Moreover, the importance of the therapeutic-diagnostic contact with the patient with psychopathological disorders is taken into account. The article highlights the need for the knowledge of the aforementioned legal aspects since, in many cases, it can protect the life of the patient or the life of medical staff.
Validitas Lesson Plan Berbasis Multiple Intelligences untuk Pembelajaran Matematika
Authors: Kristanto Vigih Hery , Rahajeng Resty
Published: December 2017

The purpose of this research is to know the validity of Lesson Plan based on multiple intelligences for learning mathematics in junior high school students. This research is a simple research with qualitative type. The validity of Lesson Plan is seen through two aspects, namely the linguistic aspect and the substance (content) aspect. Thus, the instrument used in this research is the Linguistic Aspects Validation Guidance and the Substance Validation Guidelines (contents) Guidance. Validation is done by two validators Lingusitic expert field and Mathematics expert field. The results showed that the validity of linguistic aspects of 3.35 and the validity of the substance (content) of 3.82, so it can be concluded Lesson Plan based multiple intelligences for learning mathematics in junior high school students who have been compiled valid based on the language aspect. In addition, Lesson Plan based multiple intelligences for learning mathematics in junior high school students who have been compiled valid based on aspects of substance (content).
Analisis Diagnostik Kesulitan Belajar Mahasiswa PGSD Pada Mata Kuliah Konsep Dasar Matematika II
Authors: Alyusfitri Rieke , Wahyuni Yusri
Published: December 2017

This study aims to describe the learning difficulties of PGSD students in Basic Mathematics Concept II lecture which is viewed from the location, type and factor of student learning difficulties. From the results of research conducted obtained: 1.The location of learning difficulties of students in learning materials data processing on the subject of Basic Mathematics Concept II is on the indicator: determine the mean, median, and mode for single data with 75.478 percentage, 2. the types of learning difficulties experienced by students in the subject matter of the basic concept of mathematics II are the types of procedural and skill errors with each percentage of 27% and 20%. Therefore, it is important for students to understand and master the concept of the material and understand the procedures (skills) done in solving a problem.
Redesign of Secondary Magnesium Metallurgy in the "Mg Serbien" Complex
Authors: Uljarević Jelena , Kamberović Željko , Anđić Zoran , Kokeza Gordana , Radosavljević Darko , Dvojaković Mihailo
Published: December 2017

Securing a sustainable production nowadays is a key issue taking into account the need for clean and sustainable solutions for the production of magnesium, in order to avoid harm to the environment. Redesign of secondary magnesium metallurgy in the complex Mg Serbien is presented.

The integrated approach has been pointed in order to deliver industrial sustainability which significantly contributes to the material flows management and cleaner production, as well as preventive measures for environmental management. The research propose is to show that sustainable magnesium production is feasible only by principles of closing the production cycle through optimization and synergy between primary and secondary magnesium production in order to generate as least as possible waste, emission and pollution. The technical and economical view-point evaluation has been illustrated by material balance sheets and economic parameters which are the most favorable parameters for projects of this kind. The unit capital expenditures and unit operating expenses are indicators of the economic success for this integrated approach by using UNIDO and the World Bank methodology.
Ispitivanje ispravnosti automatskih mernih sistema za kontinualno merenje emisije u TE Nikola Tesla A na bloku A6 u periodu od 2012. do 2016. godine
Authors: Pavlović Marko , Gigov Mihajlo , Petković Sandra , Sofrenić Miroslav
Published: December 2017

U termoelektrani „Nikola Tesla A“, u okviru tzv. CEMS (Continuous Emission Monitoring Systems) projekta, tokom 2011. i 2012. godine u potpunosti je uvedeno kontinualno merenje emisije zagađujućih materija u vazduh. Nakon ugradnje opreme, izvršene su inicijalne kalibracije i validacije automatskih mernih sistema (AMS) – obezbeđenje poverenja nivoa 2 tj. QAL2 procedura (Quality Assurance Level 2) prema zahtevima standarda SRPS EN 14181. Tokom narednih godina sprovođeni su godišnji kontrolni testovi (Annual Surveillance Test, AST), radi provere varijabilnosti i validnosti kalibracionih funkcija. U radu je prikazana prva kalibracija i validacija automatskih mernih sistema (QAL2) u TE „Nikola Tesla A“ na bloku A6 za parametre CO, NOX, SO2 i praškste materije, sa osvrtom na godišnje kontrolne testove (AST) u periodu od 2012. do 2016. godine. Ispitivanja su sprovedena od strane Laboratorije za zaštitu životne i radne sredine Rudarskog instituta d.o.o. Beograd.
Lorenzo María Fernanda, “Que sepa coser, que sepa bordar, que sepa abrir la puerta para ir a la universidad”. Las académicas en la Universidad de Buenos Aires en la primera mitad del siglo XX, Buenos Aires, Eudeba, 2016. 151 pp.
Authors: Queirolo Graciela
Published: December 2017

Reseña de libro 

Lorenzo María Fernanda, “Que sepa coser, que sepa bordar, que sepa abrir la puerta para ir a la universidad”. Las académicas en la Universidad de Buenos Aires en la primera mitad del siglo XX, Buenos Aires, Eudeba, 2016. 151 pp.
Sassen, S. (2015). Expulsiones. Brutalidad y complejidad en la economía global (Trad. Stella Mastrangelo). Buenos Aires: Katz Editores. 249 páginas.
Authors: Bertolotti Florencia
Published: December 2017

Reseña: Sassen, S. (2015). Expulsiones. Brutalidad y complejidad en la economía global (Trad. Stella Mastrangelo). Buenos Aires: Katz Editores. 249 páginas. Por Florencia Bertolotti.
Aktivitas Tabir Surya Ekstrak Daun Cempedak (Artocarpus champeden Spreng)
Authors: Whenny Whenny , Rusli Rolan , Rijai Laode
Published: December 2017

Daun cempedak (Artocarpus champeden Spreng) memiliki potensi beraktivitas sebagai tabir surya karena mengandung senyawa flavonoid yang memiliki sifat fotoprotektif sehingga mampu menyerap sinar ultraviolet. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui kategori aktivitas tabir surya dari ekstrak daun cempedak.  Hasil pengukuran menunjukkan bahwa aktivitas tabir surya ekstrak daun cempedak berdasarkan persentase transmisi eritema terdiri atas kategori sunblock, proteksi ekstra dan suntan standar, sedangkan aktivitas tabir surya ekstrak daun cempedak berdasarkan persentase transmisi pigmentasi termasuk kategori sunblock.
Pengaruh Penambahan Ekstrak Daun Kemangi (Ocimum basilicum L.) Terhadap Aktivitas Antibakteri Basis Pasta Gigi
Authors: Nurmashita Dewi , Rijai Laode , Sulistiarini Riski
Published: December 2017

Pencegahan terjadinya masalah kesehatan gigi dan mulut sangat diperlukan. Menyikat gigi merupakan metode yang efektif untuk menanggulangi masalah tersebut. Penambahan herbal pada pasta gigi diharapkan dapat mencegah terjadinya masalah kesehatan gigi dan mulut karena memiliki kemampuan menghambat pertumbuhanmikroba. Daun kemangi (Ocimum basilicum L.) memiliki aktivitas antibakteri yang baik. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh aktivitas antibakteri basis pasta gigi dengan penambahan ekstrak daun kemangi dalam menghambat pertumbuhan mikroba. Daun kemangi diekstraksi dengan menggunakan etanol 96%. Ekstrak daun kemangi diuji antibakterinya terhadap bakteri Sterptococcus mutans dengan menggunakan variasi konsentrasi yaitu 25, 50, 100, 150, dan 200 mg/mL. Basis pasta gigi dibuat dengan memvariasikan konsentrasi kalsium karbonat (abrasif) 37% (F1), 42% (F2) dan 47% (F3). Basis pasta gigi yang telah dibuat ditambahkan dengan variasi konsentrasi ekstraiuk daun kemangi yaitu 25, 50 dan 100 mg/mL pada setiap formula.  Semua formula diuji aktivitas antibakterinya terhadap bakeri Streptococcus mutans. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan diameter zona bening paling baik pada ekstrak adalah pada konsentrasi 15 mg/mL (6,247 mm), pada basis pasta gigi adalah  formula 1 (F1) (11,386 mm).Dan pada sediaan pasta gigi adalah pada formula 1 (F1) dengan zona penghambatan sebesar 4,103 mm.
Aktivitas Tabir Surya Daun Miana (Coleus atropurpureus L. Benth) Secara In Vitro
Authors: Amrillah Mufti Shofia , Rusli Rolan , Fadraersada Jaka
Published: December 2017

Tanaman yang memiliki aktivitas antioksidan yang baik berpotensi digunakan sebagai tabir surya. Daun miana (Coleus atropurpureus L. Benth.) memiliki aktivitas antioksidan yang baik. Uji aktivitas tabir surya ekstrak etanol dan fraksi etil asetat daun miana dilakukan secara in vitro menggunakan spektrofotometer UV Vis pada panjang gelombang 290-375 nm. Kategori terbaik tabir surya ekstrak etanol dan fraksi etilasetat daun miana adalah kategori sunblock dengan konsentrasi masing-masing adalah 200 ppm dan 100 ppm.
Profil Tabir Surya Ekstrak dan Fraksi Daun Pidada Merah (Sonneratia caseolaris L.)
Authors: Hasanah Siti , Ahmad Islamudin , Rijai Laode
Published: December 2017

Telah dilakukan uji aktivitas tabir surya ekstrak dan fraksi daun pidada merah secara in vitro untuk mengetahui profil tabir surya ekstrak dan fraksi daun pidada merah. Profil tabir surya diketahui dengan metode analisis data berdasarkan hasil pengujian aktivitas tabir surya dengan menggunakan spektrofotometer UV-Vis. Pengujian aktivitas tabir surya ekstrak daun pidada merah didasarkan pada kemampuan ekstrak daun pidada merah mengabsorbsi sinar ultraviolet selanjutnya dilakukan perhitungan persentase transmisi eritema dan pigmentasi. kemudian dikategorikan kedalam penilaian aktivitas tabir surya. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan profil tabir surya ekstrak dan fraksi daun pidada merah memiliki aktivitas tabir surya sebagai fast tanning, suntan standar, proteksi ekstra, dan sunblock.
Aktivitas Tabir Surya Ekstrak Akar Bandotan (Ageratum Conyzoides L.)
Authors: Athiyah Meilisa , Ahmad Islamudin , Rijai Laode
Published: December 2017

Telah dilakukan penelitian dengan judul “Aktivitas Tabir Surya Ekstrak Akar Herba Bandotan (Ageratum conyzoides L.)”. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui aktivitas tabir surya dengan parameter persentase transmisi eritema dan transmisi pigmentasi secara in vitro. Pengujian in vitro menggunakan metode spektrofotometri UV-Vis pada ? 292,5-372,5 nm. Hasil pengujian menujukkan bahwa ekstrak kasar metanol memiliki aktivitas tabir surya kategori fast tanning, suntan standard, proteksi ekstra, dan sunblock pada konsentrasi 200 – 800 ppm; sedangkan profil aktivitas tabir surya fraksi etil asetat pada kategori fast tanning, suntan standard, proteksi ekstra, dan sunblock pada konsentrasi 50-200 ppm.
Potensi Interaksi Obat Resep Pasien Hipertensi di Salah Satu Rumah Sakit Pemerintah di Kota Samarinda
Authors: Agustina Risna , Annisa Nurul , Prabowo Wisnu Cahyo
Published: December 2017

Penyakit degeneratif merupakan suatu penyakit yang muncul akibat proses kemunduran fungsi sel tubuh seiring bertambahnya usia, salah satunya adalah hipertensi. Pada pengobatan penyakit hipertensi untuk stadium lanjut banyak terjadi komplikasi sehingga potensi terjadinya polifarmasi sangat besar yang menyebabkan kemungkinan terjadinya interaksi obat-obat. Dalam penelitian ini dilakukan studi untuk mengetahui potensial interaksi obat-obat. Pengecekan dilakukan melalui www.drugs.comdatabase. Penelitian ini memaparkan persentase dari jenis polifarmasi dan potensi interaksi obat-obat berdasarkan tingkatan yang telah ditetapkan. Dari total 290 resep hipertensi tersebut, terdapat 17(5,86%)  lembar resep dengan jumlah 1R/ yang artinya pada lembar resep tersebut tidak memiliki potensi terjadinya interaksi obat-obat dan tidak termasuk dalam kategori polifarmasi, sebesar 147 (50,69%) lembar resep termasuk dalam kategori polifarmasi minor dan sejumlah 126 (43,45%) lembar resep masuk dalam kategori polifarmasi mayor  . Sedangkan jumlah lembar resep yang mengandung lebih dari 1 R/ yaitu sejumlah 273 (94,14%) lembar resep dengan rata-rata jumlah R/ pada setiap lembar resep adalah 4. Dari keseluruhan lembar resep yang memiliki potensi interaksi obat-obat, total potensial yang terjadi adalah 183 interaksi dengan rincian, interaksi minor sebesar 66(22,75%) interaksi,  interaksi moderat sebesar 99 (34,13%) interaksi, dan interaksi mayor sebesar 18 (6,21%) interaksi.
PUBLICATIONS AND TRENDS OF RESEARCH IN FOREIGN LANGUAGE MAJORS AT VNU UNIVERSITY OF LANGUAGES AND INTERNATIONAL STUDIES: A PRELIMINARY SURVEY
Authors: Van Hoang Van
Published: December 2017

In this paper, an attempt is made to conduct a survey on the publications and research trends in foreign language majors at University of Languages and International Studies – Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU ULIS). The survey data includes articles by VNU ULIS academics published in Vietnamese prestigious specialized journals, theses and dissertations by master and doctoral students. The survey reveals some noticeable fndings: (1) there are very few articles by VNU ULIS academics published in prestigious Vietnamese journals; (2) of the two felds of study recognised as the mandate of VNU ULIS as represented in its English name: foreign language studies and international studies, the latter has not yet gained its status on the same par as the former; and (3) between the two subfelds of foreign language studies: foreign language education and foreign language linguistics, the former dominates the research scene at master level, but at doctoral level the two felds of research seem to be equally attended to. The fndings of the survey also show that different foreign language majors seem to focus on different felds of research, making it diffcult to state which feld is the main trend of research at present and which one will be the main trend of research in the years to come.
LINGUISTIC SEXISM IN CURRENT UPPER SECONDARY SCHOOL ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEXTBOOKS: TIẾNG ANH 10, TIẾNG ANH 11 AND TIẾNG ANH 12
Authors: Canh Nguyen Doan
Published: December 2017

This article reports my study on linguistic sexism in current Vietnamese upper secondary school English language textbooks: Tiếng Anh 10, Tiếng Anh 11 and Tiếng Anh 12. The study was aimed at finding out how often linguistic sexism occurs in these textbooks and uncovering the hidden messages conveyed through this linguistic sexism. The results of the study showed that linguistic sexism occurs rather often in the three English textbooks and through it the messages of women’s low status are conveyed.
POETIC METAPHORS OF LOVE IN ENGLISH AND VIETNAMESE
Authors: Hoa Phan Van , Thu Ho Trinh Quynh
Published: December 2017

The conceptual metaphor theory states that poetic metaphors are in fact conventional metaphors but they are made novel via four techniques - elaboration, extending, questioning, and combination. Based on this sense, our paper focuses on examining and comparing poetic metaphors of romantic love in English to those in Vietnamese. Contrastive analysis is the main method applied in the study with the data for investigation coming from English and Vietnamese love poems. Also, the metaphor identifcation procedures by Pragglejaz Group and its extension are employed to minimize the risk of impulsiveness in metaphor collection process. Our fndings reveal that the novelty of love metaphors in poetry does not lie in concepts but in linguistic expressions thanks to the four above techniques, among which combination is employed much more than the others in both languages. Furthermore, both conceptual and linguistic metaphors of love are found to be similar between English and Vietnamese poetry, which is supposed to result from the universality of metaphor. However, variations of cultures, lifestyles, and thought bring about some differences of love metaphors between these two languages.
THE EFFECT OF BRAINSTORMING ON EFL READING COMPREHENSION
Authors: Yen Tran Thi Ngoc
Published: December 2017

This study investigates the effect of brainstorming techniques on EFL learners’ reading comprehension. The experiment in this study involved a treatment group and a control group, both of which were following an English course at a language centre in Vietnam. The treatment group were trained in brainstorming techniques during reading lessons whereas the control group were not. Comparisons between the two groups’ average scores on pre-test and post-test and their comprehension improvement during the course showed that the treatment group outperformed the control group and thus confirmed that brainstorming has a positive impact on EFL reading comprehension.
Drilling Optimization of a Selected Field in Kurdistan Region of Iraq
Authors: Abdulwahhab Akram H. , Hamoudi Maha R. , Hanna Sasan
Published: December 2017

Since the startup of petroleum drilling industry, the drilling companies and the drilling tools manufacturers have continuously focused their research to optimize for drilling through better tool production as well as applying techniques and methods those best serve in optimizing drilling for time save, better use of tools, safeguard the well and the formation and eventually provide for a major cost save. This paper is based on analyzing the drilling parameters of bit weight, rotation, rate of penetration as well as drilling hydraulics of three of the wells drilled by an operator in a selected field in Kurdistan. The research will apply optimization technique proposed and implemented by Simmons in 1986 to the drilling bits and parameters of these three wells and suggest drilling parameters in two scenarios for future wells if are to be drilled. The study will present the time save using each scenario and recommend best practice for future drilling.