bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Are herbal drugs effective in COVID management? A review to demystify the current facts and claims
Authors: Beg Mohd Riyaz , Siddiqui Barira , Waghmare Pramod , Ghodinde Shital , Bikkad Snehal
Published: November 2020

Amid the SARS‐CoV‐2 pandemic, herbal medicines have received much attention in its evidence-based therapeutics. Scientists across the globe are integrating new research at an unprecedented fast pace for the discovery of novel molecules against this deadly viral disease. Ever since ancient times, phytochemicals have long been used traditionally for the cure of many viral diseases and lately many are being tested for their potential against the viral replications/transcriptions. The unmatched structural diversity of phytoconstituents may prove to be a gold mine for antiviral drug discovery. Many plants like
Heteromorpha spp.,
Bupleurum spp,
Scrophularia scorodonia,
Artemisia annua,
Pyrrosia lingua,
Lycoris radiate, and
Lindera agregata have also been reported to have antiviral potential against SARS-CoV. Recently many synthetic molecules like remdesivir, tocilizumab, favipirapir, dexamethasone, glucocorticoid, and hydroxychloroquine etc. have been extensively investigated for their potential against the SARS‐CoV‐2, likewise, various plant-based molecules such as scutellarein, silvestrol, tryptanthrin, saikosaponin B2, quercetin, myricetin, caffeic acid, psoralidin, isobavachalcone, and lectins-griffiths in were also found to be equally effective. Needless to mention that, the herbal medicines are a valuable and powerful source of chemical compounds which need further chemical modifications and appropriate
in-vitro and
in-vivo testings for establishing their safety and efficacy as potential drugs against the battle with coronavirus pandemic. In this review, we will try to highlight the potential phytochemicals candidates with their possible molecular targets against the SARS‐CoV‐2and demystify the myths behind the purported remedies such as herbal therapies, teas, essential oils, tinctures, and silver products such as colloidal silver that have no scientific evidence to prevent or cure COVID-19. Apart from that, this review will also de-fabricate the surgency of objectionable claims that are continuously reckoning towards the treatment of COVID-19 with hundred per cent surety and are propagated by several herbal firms.
PSYCHOLOGICAL TIME AND SELF-EFFICACY OF THE INDIVIDUAL
Authors: Kravtsova Yana Viktorovna , Dubovitskaya Tatyana Dmitrievna , Abdullin Asat Giniatovich
Published: November 2020

Background: The article presents the features of psychological time as one of the factors of self-efficacy of the individual. The belief in the efficacy of one’s own actions is an indicator of the potential success of a person. Attention is paid to various aspects of psychological time, which provide a high subject and interpersonal self-efficacy of the individual. Aim. This paper aims to determine the relationship between the self-efficacy of the individual and the components of psychological time, including the features of time perspective, personal competence in time and exposure to time disruptors. Materials and methods. The following questionnaires were used: the subject and interpersonal self-efficacy test, the time perspective questionnaire, the diagnostics of personal disorganizers and personal competence in time. The data obtained were subjected to correlation analysis with the Spearman coefficient. Results. The self-efficacy of a person is higher in the following conditions: goals and plans for the future are more expressed; perception of ones own past as filled with negativity and disappointments is less pronounced; the attitude to the present as independent of the subject's will is less pronounced. Interpersonal self-efficacy of a person is promoted by: orientation to setting life goals and future prospects; ability to getting one’s affairs in order, problem concentrating, showing interest in life and work. Conclusion. Subjects with high indicators of self-efficacy in both the subject and interpersonal spheres are characterized by: a high level of personal competence in time; low indicators of time disruptors. Subjects with high self-efficacy only in subject activities are characterized by: a high level of focus on the future; acceptance of their past without pain and frustration; perception of their present as dependent on their will and aspirations. Subjects with primary self-efficacy in interpersonal relationships are characterized by: the formation of life goals and intentions, the ability to see personal perspectives, an indifferent attitude to work, and the desire for activity. The results of the study can be used for correctional, developmental, and advisory psychological support for improving self-efficacy in individuals.
PSYCHOLOGY STUDENTS’ PERCEPTIONS ABOUT THE PERSONALITY OF AN INDIVIDUAL WITH LIMITED HEALTH OPPORTUNITIES
Authors: Rassudova Lyudmila Anatolevna
Published: November 2020

Background. The modern education system needs competent and qualified specialists, including psychologists who work with students with disabilities. Training psychologists who are able to work in a modern system of inclusive education is becoming the most important task of higher education. Professional training involves the formation of objective ideas about a person with disabilities. Aim. The paper aims to identify the ideas of psychology students about the personality of an individual with disabilities. Materials and methods. The study involved 53 3rd-year psychology and pedagogy students of Omsk State Pedagogical University. Content analysis was used to analyze students essays. Three categories were identified and characterized: “Perceptions of a person with limited health opportunities”, “Perceptions of oneself”, “Perceptions of the social environment”. Results. It has been established that the highest frequency is inherent in the category “Perceptions of a person with limited health opportunities”, which reflects well-formed representations of students about the personal qualities and psychological needs of people with disabilities. The ideas about the social environment of persons with disabilities, as well as about their own personality, were formed to a lesser extent. Conclusion. The obtained results allow us to draw general conclusions regarding the fragmentation of ideas about a person with limited health opportunities. The psychology students have the right ideas about the psychological resources needed by people with impaired development for successful social integration and partially correct ideas regarding the needs of this category of people. The obtained data reveal new information about the features of the formation of professional ideas in psychology students specializing in the psychological and pedagogical support of people with limited health opportunities.
PERBEDAAN ASUPAN ENERGI, ZAT GIZI MAKRO, AKTIVITAS FISIK, DAN STATUS GIZI ANAK SEKOLAH DASAR
Authors: Taradipa Priska Tamara , Margawati Ani , Purwanti Rachma , Candra Aryu
Published: November 2020

Latar Belakang: Beberapa sekolah menerapkan proses pembelajaran dan kebijakan yang berbeda terkait aktivitas fisik dan penyelenggaraan makanan. Status gizi dapat dipengaruhi oleh asupan zat gizi dan aktivitas fisik. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk menganalisis perbedaan asupan energi, zat gizi makro, aktivitas fisik dan status gizi anak sekolah dasar di SD Negeri Lerep 05 dan SD Alam Ungaran. Metode: Desain penelitian cross sectional dengan 44 subjek yang dihitung menggunakan rumus besar sampel 2 kelompok kategorik tidak berpasangan. Subjek berasal dari SD Negeri Lerep 05 dan SD Alam Ungaran. Asupan energi dan zat gizi makro diperoleh dari food record (3 hari: 2 weekdays, 1 weekend) dan dianalisis menggunakan Nutrisurvey. Aktivitas fisik diukur menggunakan Physical Activity Questionnaire for Children (PAQ-C). Status gizi berdasarkan Indeks Massa Tubuh menurut Umur (IMT/U). Data dianalisis dengan uji Chi-Square dan Mann-Whitney. Hasil: Sebagian besar subjek dari SDN Lerep 05 memiliki asupan energi kurang selama di sekolah (90,9%), tingkat aktivitas fisik sedang (63,6%), status gizi berlebih IMT/U > 1 SD (45,5%). Sebagian besar subjek dari SD Alam Ungaran memiliki asupan energi cukup selama di sekolah (40,9%), tingkat aktivitas fisik sedang (45,5%), status gizi normal (68,2%). Terdapat perbedaan yang signifikan antara asupan energi (p=0,001), protein (p=0,001), karbohidrat (p=0,013) subjek selama di sekolah, protein total subjek (p=0,002), aktivitas fisik subjek selama di rumah (p=0,021). Tidak terdapat perbedaan antara asupan energi total subjek (p=0,221), aktivitas fisik subjek di sekolah (p=0,602), status gizi subjek (p=0,167). Simpulan: Terdapat perbedaan yang signifikan antara asupan energi, protein dan karbohidrat subjek selama di sekolah; asupan protein total subjek dan aktivitas fisik subjek selama di rumah. Namun tidak terdapat perbedaan yang signifikan antara asupan energi total subjek, aktivitas fisik subjek di sekolah dan status gizi subjek.
Challenges and Benefits of ‘Work from Home’ for employees in the Kingdom of Bahrain
Authors: Moovala Vijayalaxmi
Published: November 2020

COVID-19 ushered in a range of strategic, structural, and operational changes in organisations. Significant among these changes being the work from home (WFH) arrangement. The main aim of this study was to identify the challenges and benefits that the WFH arrangement brought in its wake, for employees in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The similarities and differences in the challenges faced, and benefits reaped by different demographic segments of respondents, namely; male and female, managers and non-managers, and the four generations [Baby-boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z] were examined.  The study revealed that the major challenges faced by respondents of these segments were receiving work requests from managers and colleagues after scheduled work hours and/or at their convenience, keeping a regular schedule, keeping family members away from workspace- especially during virtual meetings, not having access to the tools or information needed for the job, not having workspace/workstation at home, and communication with colleagues being hard.  The major benefits listed were saving commute time, flexible working, work life balance, personal and family care, and more focus. The general preference of majority of the respondents was to continue with WFH arrangement - half the time in the future. The findings of this study threw light on the need for organisations to formulate policies for overcoming the challenges faced by respondents during WFH. This would result in better productivity and contribute to the employees’ well-being.
Effects of epidemic prevention on the university management
Authors: Ning Yi-zi
Published: November 2020

The information transmission network is different from the physical contact network. It is of great significance to study the spread range of epidemic diseases by distinguishing the topological structure of perceptual information transmission network from that of physical contact disease diffusion network. SIR model is used to describe the transmission process of epidemic, and it is very important to explore the disease diffusion model which integrates perceptual transmission and disease diffusion. Furthermore, with a multi-layer network coupling the diffusion of perceptual information and the spread of disease, the relationship between different layers is the key element of the system model. Using multi-layer network to describe the system in the real world, through the introduction of individual awareness propagation mechanism, this paper studies the interaction between epidemic diffusion and awareness propagation in the framework of multiple networks, and establishes multiple policy adjustment rules to study the propagation dynamics of awareness in different networks. Considering the two-layer network, the first layer network is described as physical contact network, and epidemic diseases spread through the physical contact network, which affects the mutual transmission of information at the level of awareness network. The other layer is awareness communication network. It is an important task to study the complex interaction between human society and biological infectious diseases. In this work, we study the influence of awareness and behavior based on multiple networks on infection density. The university management should pay attention to topological structures of networks and the strategies.
Impact of e- interactivity features on the behavioral and attitudinal loyalty to Egypt air airline
Authors: Ahmed Tarek Sayed Abdel Azim
Published: November 2020

This paper investigated the impact of e-interactivity features on the behavioral and attitudinal loyalty to the Egypt air airline. The goal of the investigation is to examine perceived interactivity in a model which includes most commonly practiced by Egypt air website. More specifically, a model is constructed to confirm the relationship of e-interactivity (responsiveness, personalization/customization, playfulness, ease of use, connectedness) with e-satisfaction and loyalty. About 1500 questionnaire was downloaded on the Website of (Google forms) during the period (15 August -15 November 2017). It has been electronically sent to users of Egypt air website, at their Facebook accounts. Only 127 questionnaires were returned completed and useable packets. With a response rate 8.5%. The results revealed that all variables selected of einteractivity are correlated significantly with level of e-satisfaction. In addition, it was found that e-satisfaction contributes strongly to predict the loyalty in general and particularly the attitudinal loyalty.
Mercury screening in highly consumed sharpnose sharks (Rhizoprionodon lalandii and R. porosus) caught artisanally in southeastern Brazil
Authors: Amorim-Lopes Catarina , Willmer Isabel Q. , Araujo Nathan L. F. , de S. Pereira Lucia Helena S. , Monteiro Fernanda , Rocha Rafael C. C. , Saint’Pierre Tatiana D. , dos Santos Luciano N. , Siciliano Salvatore , Vianna Marcelo , Hauser-Davis Rachel Ann
Published: November 2020

Sharpnose sharks Rhizoprionodon lalandii and R. porosus are frequently captured in fishing activities in Brazil and are significantly consumed by humans, especially in southeastern Brazil. Both species lack population data and suffer intense fishing pressures and habitat degradation, consequently hindering adequate management and conservation actions. In this context, this study aimed to assess mercury (Hg) contamination in R. lalandii, and R. porosus sampled off the coast of Rio de Janeiro, addressing both animal health and public health risks. Sharks were obtained from two artisanal fishing colonies in southeastern Brazil (Copacabana and Recreio dos Bandeirantes), located on the coastal zone adjacent to Guanabara Bay, one of the most important, productive, and contaminated estuaries in Brazil, and a further three artisanal fishing colonies from the Região dos Lagos area (Saquarema, Cabo Frio and Rio das Ostras). Hg concentrations in liver, muscle, and brain in R. lalandii (n = 24) and R. porosus (n = 20) specimens were determined by inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry. A gravid female measuring 112 cm from Copacabana is the first record for an individual of this size for R. lalandii. No correlation between length and muscle Hg concentrations was observed, and no differences between Hg concentrations for muscle or liver were found between male and female juveniles from either Cabo Frio or Rio das Ostras. No differences in Hg loads were observed herein for both assessed species. Low Hg bioaccumulation in juveniles and nongravid female muscle tissue was noted compared to significantly higher Hg concentrations in gravid females. Hg was detected in all embryos, indicating potential maternal offloading. As Hg thresholds for sharks in particular have not yet been established, whether the Hg concentrations detected in brain pose neurotoxic risks for these animals is not known. Public health concerns concerning adult R. lalandii consumption from Copacabana, however, are significant.
Introduction to diagnostic test accuracy studies
Authors: Sitch Alice J , Dekkers Olaf M , Scholefield Barnaby R , Takwoingi Yemisi
Published: November 2020

Diagnostic accuracy studies are fundamental for the assessment of diagnostic tests. Researchers need to understand the implications of their chosen design, opting for comparative designs where possible. Researchers should analyse test accuracy studies using the appropriate methods, acknowledging the uncertainty of results and avoiding overstating conclusions and ignoring the clinical situation which should inform the trade-off between sensitivity and specificity. Test accuracy studies should be reported with transparency using the STAndards for the Reporting of Diagnostic accuracy studies (STARD) checklist.
Decreased Indian hedgehog signaling activates autophagy in endometriosis and adenomyosis
Authors: Zhou Yingying , Peng Yangying , Xia Qingqing , Yan Dewen , Zhang Huiping , Zhang Lingmin , Chen Ying , Zhao Xiumin , Li Jie
Published: November 2020

Indian hedgehog (Ihh) signaling regulates endometrial receptivity and is an indispensable mediator of embryonic implantation. Hedgehog signaling is known to regulate autophagy, and aberrant regulation of autophagy is critically implicated in the pathogenesis of endometriosis and adenomyosis. However, potential dysregulation of Ihh signaling and its role in autophagy modulation in these diseases remain obscure. In this study, we found that components of Ihh signaling were significantly decreased, whereas the autophagy marker protein, LC3BII, was significantly increased in endometrial tissues of women with endometriosis or adenomyosis. Inhibition of Ihh signaling with the small-molecule inhibitor GANT61 or Gli1 silencing in primary endometrial stromal cells increased autophagic activity, as measured by LC3 turnover assay and tandem mCherry-eGFP-LC3B fluorescence microscopy. Furthermore, we observed that GANT61 treatment significantly attenuated hydrogen peroxide-induced cell death, whereas disruption of autophagy with chloroquine diminished this effect. Collectively, these findings reveal that Ihh signaling is suppressed in endometrial tissues of patients with endometriosis or adenomyosis. This abnormal decrease may contribute to endometrial autophagy activation, which may promote aberrant survival of endometrial cells in ectopic sites in these two gynecological diseases.
Métricas de autor Luis Felipe González Gutiérrez
Authors: Camilo Alejandro Corchuelo Rodriguez , Cristian Alexander Vega Mosquera , Luz Marina Paez
Published: November 2020

Informe de las métricas de autor del Dr. Luis Felipe González Gutiérrez de las publicaciones indexadas en Google Académico cuyo objetivo es entregar un insumo para el fortalecimiento de las capacidades y potencialidades de los autores de la Universidad Santo Tomás en el posicionamiento y visibilidad de sus publicaciones
Evaluación de la percepción de la calidad de los servicios no docentes por parte de los estudiantes de la Universidad de Los Lagos. VIII Congreso Iberoamericano de Investigación sobre Gobernanza Universitaria
Authors: Mirna Liliana Brauning Wistuba , Álex Leandro Véliz Burgos
Published: November 2020

El sistema de educación superior en Chile ha crecido de manera significativa en los últimos 10 años, aumentando considerablemente el número de sedes de instituciones a nivel nacional. Este constante crecimiento ha repercutido en la exigencia de una mejora constante de los servicios ofrecidos por cada institución de educación superior, considerando al estudiante como un cliente al cual entregar un servicio de calidad. Este servicio no sólo involucra la docencia e infraestructura, además toma en consideración los servicios no académicos utilizados por los estudiantes en su año académico. La presente investigación describe el desarrollo de la construcción de un instrumento de medición de la percepción que poseen los estudiantes de la Universidad de Los Lagos respecto de los servicios administrativos que les entrega su casa de estudios. Para cumplir con el objetivo se indagan los servicios administrativos a evaluar y los puntos clave a medir para obtener la apreciación de los estudiantes. Con esta información se procede a crear un instrumento de medición de percepción que luego será aplicado a un tamaño muestral probabilístico estratificado. Posteriormente se presentan las evidencias de fiabilidad y validez de constructo del instrumento propuesto para la medición. Finalmente, se presenta un análisis de datos y resultados y se concluye con una propuesta que incluye mejora del instrumento creado y puntos clave para futura aplicación. Luego de analizar los resultados se establecen claras diferencias en la evaluación de distintos servicios, en la percepción de ellos por parte de estudiantes ubicados en distintas sedes, y a lo largo de sus carreras. El estudio además permite plantear la importancia de realizar este tipo de medición a los estudiantes de la Universidad de Los Lagos de forma constante y usar los resultados para proponer metas de mejora con el fin de entregar a los estudiantes un servicio de calidad no sólo en lo académico, sino en los servicios utilizados a diario por los alumnos. Dada la constante búsqueda de satisfacción del usuario en los distintos ámbitos del quehacer humano, se establece la necesidad de que las instituciones educativas potencien sus logros al promover la participación de sus estudiantes en la mejora continua de la gestión universitaria, evaluando la calidad del servicio y a través de sus opiniones y sugerencias. Se deriva que el instrumento validado en este trabajo podría sumar herramientas para la evaluación de los procesos de mejora de los servicios administrativos de la Universidad de Los Lagos.
Improved interfacial bonding of PVC/wood-flour composites by lignin amine modification
Authors: Yue Xiaopeng , Chen Fangeng , Zhou Xuesong
Published: November 2020

Soda lignin was divided into two fractions with different molecular weights by methanol extraction. Lignin amine was synthesized from the low-molecular-weight lignin fraction via Mannich reaction and was used for interfacial modification of poly-(vinylchloride) (PVC)/wood-flour composites. The PVC/wood-flour composites were prepared from surface-treated wood flour and PVC by melt compounding. The lignin amine treatment provided almost equivalent improvement in mechanical performances of composites as aminosilane treatment does. The tensile and impact strengths of composites prepared from 30phr of wood flour treated with 2wt% lignin amine were increased by 21.0% and 43.9%, respectively, compared to those prepared from untreated wood flour. Furthermore, lignin amine treatment could also significantly reduce the water absorption of composites. A significant increase in storage modulus (E’) was observed upon incorporation of wood flour with lignin amine treatment. The improved dispersion of wood flour in polymer matrix was observed by SEM images when the wood flour was treated by lignin amine. The experimental data indicate that the polymer-wood interfacial combination is strengthened.
Methods to improve lignin’s reactivity as a phenol substitute and as replacement for other phenolic compounds: A brief review
Authors: Hu Lihong , Pan Hui , Zhou Yonghong , Zhang Meng
Published: November 2020

Lignin is readily available as a by-product from the pulp and paper industry. It is considered to be a promising substitute for phenol in phenol-formaldehyde (PF) resin synthesis, given the increasing concerns of the shortage of fossil resources and the environmental impact from petroleum-based products. One hurdle that prevents the commercial utilization of lignin is its low reactivity due to its chemical structure. Many efforts have been made to improve its reactivity by modification and/or depolymerization of lignin molecules. Methylolation and phenolation are the two most studied modification approaches aimed at introducing reactive functional groups to lignin molecules. Modified lignin from these two methods could partially replace phenol in PF resin synthesis. Demethylation of lignin could effectively increase the reactivity of lignin by forming catechol moieties in the lignin macromolecule. Other methods, including reduction, oxidation, and hydrolysis, have also been studied to improve the reactivity of lignin as well as to produce phenolic compounds from lignin. Most current methods of lignin modification are not economically attractive. One can expect that efforts will be continued, aimed at improving the utilization of lignin for value-added products.
Synthesis and characteristics of graft copolymers of poly(butyl acrylate) and cellulose fiber with ultrasonic processing as a material for oil absorption
Authors: Gao Yuan , Zhou Yitong , Zhang Xiaoli , Zhang Liping , Qu Ping
Published: November 2020

A series of materials used for oil absorption based on cellulose fiber grafted with (BuAc) have been prepared by radical polymerization under ultrasonic waves processing. Effects of ultrasonic dose for the maximum graft yield were considered. The dependency of optimum conditions for oil absorption rate on parameters such as ultrasonic processing time and ultrasonic power were also determined. Fourier infrared (FT-IR) analysis was used to confirm the chemical reaction taking place between cellulose and butyl acrylate. The thermogravimetric behavior of the graft copolymer was characterized by thermogravimetric analysis (TGA). Scanning electron microscope (SEM) analysis was used to determine the surface structure of the grafted material. With the increase of the ultrasonic treatment dose, the surface of the ultrasonic processed material became more regular, and the material was transformed into a homogeneous network polymer having a good structure and good adsorbing ability.
Specificity and trends in the development of modern city in sociological discourse
Authors:   Ivan Franko National University of Lviv 1, Universytetska St., Lviv, 79000, Ukraine, Seniura O. V.
Published: November 2020

In the article the analysis of teoretiko-methodological approaches is considered to research of socially spatial organization of cities. The basic historical stages of forming and development of cities and process of urbanization, and also excretions of principal reasons of their origin and excrescence, are analysed. The basic idea of the article consists in claim of idea about the important role of modern city in community development.
Income inequality of Ukraine’s population as a socially-economic problem
Authors:   SO ", Balakireva O. M. ,   Institute for Economics and Forecasting, National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine",   26, Panasa Myrnoho Str., Kyiv, 01011, Ukraine, Chernenko S. M. ,   Institute for Economics and Forecasting National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine 26, Panasa Myrnoho Str., Kyiv, 01011, Ukraine
Published: November 2020

The article concerns the problems of income inequality of Ukraine’s population. The analysis of their differentiation was made, particularly on wages. The factors that modify official estimation of asperity were formed, as well as the proposals concerning measures of public policy for the purpose of prevention of their inequality growth.
Nation social capital: methodological problems of the economic interaction area study
Authors:   Ptoukha Institute for Demography and Social Studies, National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine 60, Shevchenko blvd., Kyiv, 01032, Ukraine, Onikienko V. V. , Yemelyanenko L. M. ,   State University Kyiv National Economic University Vadym Hetman 54/1, Peremogy prospectus, Kyiv, 02000, Ukraine
Published: November 2020

In the article the challenging methodological problems concerning determination of socioeconomic content of the nation’s social capital category, development of methodological principles and logically structured scheme devoted Ukraine’s up-to-date social capital in context of economical interaction spheres research shaping are solved.
World’s experience of usage of static models of estimation general equilibrium
Authors:   Institute for Economics and Forecasting National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine 26, Panasa Myrnoho Str., Kyiv, 01011, Ukraine, Cherevykov Ye. L.
Published: November 2020

The features of the general equilibrium of usage of static models are estimated in the analysis of macroeconomic processes in post-socialist countries. The expediency of the use of these models for comparative analysis of impact scenarios for the fiscal and external economic policies on socio-economic development of Ukraine is grounded.
Charity as social phenomena: theoretical aspect of the analysis
Authors:   Kharkiv National University named after V.N. Karazin 4, Svobody Sq., Kharkiv, 61022, Ukraine, Yesina О. О.
Published: November 2020

The present article deals with the theoretic and methodological aspects of the phenomenon of charity. The peculiarities of using the word «Charity» are analyzed from the different aspects. It is said that the phenomenon of charity is considered as a part of social politics of the country and an institute of the civic society.
Geopolitical interests – factor of the development of European integration aspirations of Ukrainian society
Authors: Lozovytskyi O. S.
Published: November 2020

The generation own geopolitic depends on the understanding of changes the character of geopolitical interests with transformation of a geopolitical view of the world: there is an integration of subjects of political process which update necessity of consideration the transformation of value the geopolitical interests during globalisation. The review regionalisation is the factor of global process for an exit to the decision of the major question – comprehension of radical interests of the Ukrainian state which should become the important factor in development of process of the Euroatlantic integration of Ukraine.
Public organizations as a factor of activization of civil society formation in Ukraine: potential and opportunities
Authors:   Kharkiv National University named after V.N. Karazin 4, Svobody Sq., Kharkiv, 61022, Ukraine, Cherniavska O. V.
Published: November 2020

The article is devoted to the problem of formation of a civil society in Ukraine. Public organizations are considered as one of its factors. Their potential and real opportunities in modern conditions, at all levels on a way of becoming of a civil society to Ukraine are opened.
Crecimiento guiado con barras magnéticas en pacientes con escoliosis de inicio temprano. Reporte preliminar
Authors: Orellana César , Noel Mariano , Bersusky Ernesto , Remondino Rodrigo , Galaretto Eduardo , Tello Carlos , Piantoni Lucas , Francheri Wilson Ida Alejandra
Published: November 2020

Introducción: El tratamiento de las escoliosis de inicio temprano guiado con barras magnéticas permite realizar distracciones no invasivas y ambulatorias. El objetivo de este estudio fue evaluar nuestra primera serie de casos con escoliosis de inicio temprano tratados con el sistema de barras magnéticas. Materiales y Métodos: Se realizó una revisión de casos tratados con el sistema de barras magnéticas entre 2014 y 2018. Se formaron dos grupos: grupo I (procedimientos primarios con barras magnéticas) y grupoII (conversiones de sistema tradicional a barras magnéticas). Resultados: Se evaluó a 19 pacientes. La edad promedio en el momento de la cirugía era de 7 años y 4 meses, con un seguimiento promedio de 2 años y 7 meses. El grupo I tenía 12 pacientes y el grupo II, 7 pacientes. Los valores angulares promedio preoperatorio y posoperatorio inmediato de la escoliosis fueron 62° y 42°, respectivamente; los de cifosis, 49° y 34°, respectivamente. La distancia T1-T12 fue de 160 a 176 mm. La distancia T1-S1 fue de 285 a 317 mm. Hubo una complicación: protrusión del implante e infección, y fue necesario retirar el material (grupo II). Conclusiones: Los resultados preliminares sugieren que es un método seguro y eficaz. Si bien los resultados a corto y mediano plazo son alentadores, persisten algunos desafíos importantes e incógnitas en relación con el comportamiento mecánico del implante en un seguimiento prolongado. Palabras clave: Escoliosis de inicio temprano; barras de crecimiento; barras magnéticas.Nivel de Evidencia: IV
Retinaculotomía endoscópica de doble portal en el síndrome del túnel carpiano
Authors: Ojeda Álvaro C. , Contreras Víctor A. , Sanzana Edgardo S.
Published: November 2020

Objetivo: Evaluar los resultados de la retinaculotomía endoscópica para tratar el síndrome del túnel carpiano mediante la técnica de doble portal de Chow, entre enero de 2006 y diciembre de 2015. Materiales y Métodos: Estudio de 179 pacientes (edad promedio 48.2 años [rango 32-68]), con 217 casos de síndrome del túnel carpiano idiopático y un seguimiento promedio de 97.9 meses. Los pacientes eran 145 mujeres (81%) (31 bilaterales) y 34 hombres (19%) (7 bilaterales) y fueron evaluados con la Symptom Severity Scale (SSS) y la Functional Status Scale (FSS) del Boston Carpal Tunnel Questionnaire (BCTQ). Resultados: El puntaje medio de la SSS-BCTQ fue de 3,20 + 0,26 antes de la cirugía, mejoró a 1,30 + 0,12 a los 6 meses y se mantuvo en 1,25+ 0,11 a largo plazo. El puntaje medio de la FSS-BCTQ fue de 2,57 + 0,29 antes de la cirugía, mejoró a 1,28 + 0,18 a los 6 meses y se mantuvo en 1,20 + 0,09 a largo plazo. Hubo 7 casos (3,2%) de neuropraxia posquirúrgica transitoria. No hubo conversiones a técnica abierta. Conclusión: La liberación endoscópica del túnel carpiano con la técnica de Chow es un método quirúrgico eficaz y seguro para tratar el síndrome del túnel carpiano idiopático.
Palabras clave: Síndrome del túnel carpiano; técnica de doble portal de Chow; liberación endoscópica; compresión neural; nervio mediano.
Nivel de Evidencia: III
Tratamiento de fracturas de falanges y metacarpianos con tornillos endomedulares compresivos
Authors: Layús Macarena , Pasetto Pablo
Published: November 2020

Objetivos: Evaluar los resultados clínicos y radiográficos de pacientes con fracturas extrarticulares de falanges y metacarpianos de la mano, tratados mediante osteosíntesis mininvasiva con tornillos endomedulares compresivos retrógrados.

Materiales y Métodos: Estudio prospectivo que incluyó a pacientes >18 años con fracturas cerradas transversales u oblicuas cortas, extrarticulares, de falanges y metacarpianos tratadas entre noviembre de 2016 y junio de 2019. La serie estaba integrada por 47 pacientes, con 76 fracturas (28 de metacarpianos, 27 de falange proximal y 21 de falange media). Se evaluaron los resultados clínicos y funcionales con goniometría, registrando el rango de movilidad activa total. La evaluación radiográfica se realizó sobrela base de los criterios establecidos por Pun y cols. Todos los pacientes completaron el cuestionario QuickDASH en el examen final.

Resultados: El tiempo promedio de seguimiento fue de 24.5 meses. El rango de movilidad activa total promedio fue de 238° para todas las fracturas, 252° para las de metacarpianos y 230° para las de falanges. Se observó la consolidación radiográfica de todas las fracturas. El tiempo promedio de retorno a la actividad habitual fue de 79 días. El resultado final del cuestionario QuickDASH fue 4,5. No hubo complicaciones ni cirugías secundarias.

Conclusiones: La osteosíntesis mininvasiva con tornillos endomedulares compresivos retrógrados resultó una alternativa eficaz para el tratamiento de fracturas extrarticulares de falanges y metacarpianos.

Palabras clave: Fractura; metacarpianos; falanges; tornillos endomedulares compresivos.Nivel de Evidencia: II
Differential species traits of Trichostrongylus tenuis (Nematoda, Trichostrongylidae)
Authors: Yevstafieva V. O. , Starodub Y. S. , Pisarenko V. M. , Barabolia O. V. , Nikiforova O. V.
Published: November 2020

Trichostrongylus tenuis Mehlin, 1846 is a helminth species that parasitizes in the gastrointestinal tract of birds and causes trichostrongylosis. Research on the differential features of the pathogen at various stages of development facilitates timely finding of the foci of infection and providing recommendations for prevention and control. In the present study, the differential species traits of male and female Trichostrongylus nematodes parasitizing in the domestic goose were examined. The nematodes were obtained in helminthological dissection of the intestine of birds kept at farms and private households in Poltava region, Ukraine. It was revealed that the morphological features of T. tenuis females that should be considered in species identification include the structural specifics of the reproductive system and the tail end. 22 metric parameters were suggested for species identification, including the female body measurements for different parts, specifics of vulva and anus location, sizes of the ovijector, sphincter, ejector and vulval area. Differences were found in the metric parameters of the lateral crests of the cuticle in female nematodes in relation to the position of crests on the parasite’s bodies. The cuticular crests were absent at 0.1 mm from the head and tail ends, and the length of crests was 9.3 mm in total. The longest and widest crests were observed in the middle of the body, the shortest were found in the anus area, and the narrowest crests were from the anterior part of esophagus to its middle. The distance between crests varied 0.2–3.0 μm, the longest at the transition of esophagus into the intestine and the shortest in area between the vulva and the anus. The metric parameters of T. tenuis eggs obtained from bird feces and in the nematode uterus differed significantly by 5 characters. The collected data on the morphological and metric parameters of females and eggs of T. tenuis can be used in species identification and understanding of the taxonomic position of that species.
Micromorphology and anatomy of the flowers of Galanthus nivalis and Leucojum vernum (Amaryllidaceae)
Authors: Fishchuk O. S. , Odintsova A. V.
Published: November 2020

We studied the structure of flowers of Galanthus nivalis and Leucojum vernum using cross-sections and longitudal sections of permanent preparations using a light microscope. Genera Galanthus and Leucojum belong to the Galantheae tribe characterized by a unique combination of features of the family Amaryllidaceae, i.e. absence of septal nectaries, poricidal anthers and fruit – fleshy capsule. Both species are represented in the flora of Ukraine and have the life form of bulb ephemeroid of decidous forests. Microscopic surveys of flowers are considered as an instrument for determining yet unknown structural adaptations of plants to specialized ways of pollination and determining the first stages of morphogenesis of fruit, because many features of the fruit appear already at the stage of flower. We determined that the tepals of both studied species have multi-bundle traces of 8–9 vascular bundles. Apical dehiscence of the anthers occurs due to short longitudinal sutures in the upper part of the anthers. The nectar disk on the roof of the inferior ovary is poorly differentiated, and has no vascular bundles. We associate the indicated peculiarities of the flower structure with the offer of pollen as the main reward of the pollinator during buzz-polination, which has not reported for the studied species. Placentation is axile in the lower part of the ovary and parietal in the upper one. We consider that the gynoecium of the studied species is eusyncarpous. The vascular system of the inferior ovary is composed of three dorsal and three septal veins, paired ventral bundles of carpels, which form the traces of ovules, and also small additional bundles in the wall of the ovary. For the first time, we have determined the presence of airy parenchyma in the ovules, ovary roof, the style and anthers’ connectives and have confirmed their presence in the tepals and the wall of the ovary at the stage of flowering. We found differentiation of the mesocarp into photosynthesizing and airy parenchyma, small sizes of cells of the endocardium in the area of the dorsal vein, bifurcate dorsal bundles of the carpels, which could be considered as adaptation of different stages of morphogenesis of fruit to dehiscence. Anatomical peculiarities of the ovaries of G. nivalis and L. vernum: numerous vascular bundles in the pericarp, thick parenchyma mesocarp with air-filled cavities, non-lignified endocarp at the stage of the flower we consider adaptations to the formation of fleshy fruit. The new data we obtained on the anatomical structure of the flowers is a significant addition of information about anthecological and carpological (post-anthetic) peculiarities of the surveyed species.
Globalizing Violence: The Mexican Revolution and the First World War
Authors: Rinke Stefan , Kriegesmann Karina
Published: November 2020

Sin lugar a duda, el siglo XX fue un siglo de violencia desde su inicio y América Latina también formó parte de esta experiencia. Eso se puede ilustrar si se presta atención a la Revolución Mexicana. La prolongada guerra civil, en la cual distintas facciones lucharon durante muchos años, tuvo incluso más víctimas per cápita que la Primera Guerra Mundial en todos los países beligerantes. De hecho, el caso mexicano enfatizó que no había posibilidad de no envolverse en la espiral global de violencia que durante los años de guerra alcanzó una dimensión hasta entonces desconocida y que fue más allá de la Europa devastada por la guerra o de estados naciones particulares.Para obtener un entendimiento más detallado de los modelos interpretativos de la Guerra Mundial desarrollados en América Latina y especialmente en México, una consideración de las circunstancias de crueldad en el subcontinente en la temprana década de 1910 parece importante. Eso no quiere decir establecer una conexión causal entre los desarrollos en México y la Guerra Mundial. Sin embargo, un análisis de la perspectiva de numerosos contemporáneos revela que ambos eventos se vincularon a un mundo en crisis. Desde el punto de vista contemporáneo, una ola de violencia cogió al globo entero y sustentó el fin de su propia seguridad. El objetivo del artículo es representar las percepciones mexicanas y las connotaciones de la Primera Guerra Mundial, así como considerar las circunstancias regionales específicas y las interacciones entre transformaciones globales y experiencias locales. Para México, en particular, la guerra pareció estar inserta en un periodo de agitación social revolucionaria y disturbios políticos que alcanzaron su punto álgido entre 1917 y 1919. Este proceso abrió nuevos espacios de entender el papel de la nación, así como su posición en un mundo que estaba cambiando profundamente.
Introduction
Authors: Buchenau Jürgen
Published: November 2020

One hundred years after its promulgation, it seems appropriate to take stock of the formulation and impact of the Constitution of 1917, a document soon thereafter eclipsed by the much more radical constitution of the Soviet Union and therefore the subject of relatively few scholarly analyses, especially with regard to transnational perspectives. Written by eminent historians from Canada, Germany, Great Britain, and Mexico, the six essays in this special section bring together different perspectives on the constitution and its international impact.
Los cabilderos, Washington y la Constitución de 1917
Authors: Collado María del Carmen
Published: November 2020

En este trabajo se analizan los argumentos que los cabilderos estadunidenses presentaron a su gobierno, a fin de presionar para que Washington adoptara posturas contrarias a la Constitución mexicana de 1917 o se eliminaran los artículos que afectaban a mineros, petroleros, latifundistas y comerciantes en México entre 1916 y 1921. Dichas presiones no prevalecieron pues, tanto el Departamento de Estado como la Casa Blanca, antepusieron el interés nacional por encima de los intereses particulares de los inversionistas al sur de la frontera, durante la primera Guerra Mundial. No obstante, la postura de Washington se modificó al terminar la guerra y entonces sí tuvieron impacto las demandas de los cabilderos en el diseño de la política exterior. Si bien el gobierno estadunidense no adoptó el intervencionismo de los más radicales, que insistían en que se derogara la Constitución o se modificaran algunos de sus artículos, optó por la presión diplomática para defender los intereses de sus connacionales en México.
Nación, república y Constitución: La Liga Patriótica Argentina y su Congreso General de Territorios Nacionales
Authors: Gallucci Lisandro
Published: November 2020

El propósito de este artículo es analizar los discursos expuestos por los participantes del Congreso General de Territorios Nacionales, organizado en 1927 por la Liga Patriótica Argentina, una asociación nacionalista de notoria presencia en la vida política de la República Argentina durante la década de 1920. El congreso fue una respuesta de la Liga a algunos de los problemas que sus miembros observaron no sólo en el estado de las instituciones republicanas, sino también en el caso específico de los Territorios, unidades que no tenían autonomía política y que estaban sujetas a la autoridad del gobierno federal. Los Territorios representaban casi la mitad del territorio argentino, y eran vistos como espacios inexcusablemente abandonados por los gobiernos federales. Así, la liga abrazó la misión auto asignada de “argentinizar” aquellos espacios y sus poblaciones. Entre otros aspectos, esto implicó debatir el estatus institucional de los Territorios, es decir, su reconocimiento como nuevas provincias. Pese a que algunos Territorios habían alcanzado las condiciones legales requeridas para ello, para 1927 esa transformación todavía no había ocurrido. Sin embargo, definir una posición sobre el tema no fue un asunto sencillo para la Liga. Como este artículo se propone demostrar, las dificultades que la Liga tuvo en definir su posición oficial sobre la provincialización de los Territorios puede ser explicada como resultado de los modos en que sus miembros entendieron los conceptos de nación, república y constitución, como las creaciones entre ellos.
Las controversias sobre las competencias de la jurisdicción eclesiástica ante las órdenes militares en la Monarquía de España: algunas “allegationes”
Authors: Rodríguez Arrocha Belinda
Published: November 2020

Las características de las órdenes militares españolas fueron objeto de debate por parte de los juristas y teólogos en la Edad Moderna. La cuestión más importante era la consideración de sus caballeros como individuos eclesiásticos o legos. El propósito principal de este trabajo es el análisis de las “allegationes” pertenecientes a la Biblioteca Palafoxiana (Puebla), en lo que concierne a las competencias judiciales sobre los miembros de las órdenes militares. En este sentido, dos ejemplos ilustrativos son los alegatos preparados en la primera mitad del siglo XVII por Ambrosio Machín en Cerdeña y por Juan de Morales Barnuevo en Castilla. Estos textos impresos son interesantes fuentes para el estudio de la circulación de los debates jurídicos entre la Europa católica y Nueva España. Su contenido concierne a las competencias de las jurisdicciones eclesiástica y secular, así como a los conflictos entre los tribunales o autoridades, motivados por los delitos perpetrados por caballeros y novicios militares. Las discusiones doctrinales sobre el estatus jurídico de aquellas personas adquirieron trascendencia durante el Antiguo Régimen, debido a la proyección social que tenían los votos en las órdenes de los territorios de la monarquía católica. Asimismo, los impresos citados contribuían a la difusión en Nueva España de los postulados canónicos y reales sobre las competencias judiciales en las causas civiles y criminales, y de las opiniones de famosos autores, tales como Castillo de Bobadilla, García Mastrillo y Farinacci.