bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Use of Lubricants for Massage: Historical Overview
Authors: Voskresenskii Alexey N. , Eremushkin Mikhail A.
Published: November 2022

The paper provides a historical analysis of the main teaching aids, both Russian and foreign, which influenced the formation of modern classical massage techniques on the use of lubricants in the process of massage procedures. The research assessment section included mainly Russian-language publications of the XX century. The transformation of ideas from the complete acceptance of various means to improve the sliding of the hands of massage therapists during the massage procedure, to the complete rejection of their use, is noted.
Aim. To prepare a literature review using Russian and foreign sources and present the data of modern research on the use of means to improve the sliding of the massage therapist’s hands in massage.
Conclusion. Having analyzed the sources under study, we formed an opinion that most medical massage techniques should be performed without the use of additional agents that improve the slip of the massage therapist’s hands. However, only the clinical judgement expressed in the studied works is insufficient for the final solution of this problem, and clinical studies involving specialists of related specialties (medical chemists, pharmacologists, etc.) are required.
Drug-Free Therapy of Lipid Metabolism in Patients with Cardiovascular Pathology, after COVID-19, in Course of Aftertreatment (Rehabilitation) in Sanatorium Conditions
Authors: Kulikova Natalya G. , Vinzhegina Vera S. , Chkheidze Tinatin B. , Kolodeznikova Anna A. , Tkachenko Albina S.
Published: November 2022

COVID-19 has seen a rise in cardiovascular diseases (CVD). Treatment (rehabilitation) of COVID-19 survivors is one of the most difficult tasks, and non-drug correction of lipid metabolism in COVID-19 survivors is complicated by the low level of research on this issue.
Aim. To conduct a comparative assessment of lipid metabolism and to estimate the efficacy of COVID-19 patients at the stages of rehabilitation in a sanatorium.
Material and methods. The study enrolled 117 patients with CVD and after endovascular treatment (EV) who underwent COVID-19 for the last 6 months. Three groups for non-drug treatment with intranasal B1 electrophoresis and low-intensity infrared laser irradiation (LILI) were formed in patients with CVD who underwent COVID-19.
Results and discussion. A significant increase in total cholesterol (TC) and triglycerides (TG) was found in 75.5% of patients after COVID-19, which was reflected in the electrocardiogram (ECG) in the form of right ventricular (RV) overstress. In addition to drug therapy, a combination of intranasal drug electrophoresis B1 and low-intensity infrared laser radiation (LILI) in pulsed mode (l=904 nm, power (PM) – 8-10 W/cm2, pulse duration 100-150 ns, frequency 80- 10000 Hz) on projection zones of the liver (angle of the 9th intercostal space in front/right and behind/right 5 minutes each) with special physical exercises can become as a method of additional lipid-correcting action. Lipidogram values in patients with IBI, HD and MI differ significantly, with the prevalence of total cholesterol levels, especially in patients with CAD and MI after a history of covid-infection, demonstrating the negative impact of viral infection on metabolic processes. Physiotherapeutic treatment in sanatoriums helped to eliminate lipid-vascular shifts – potential risks of thrombotic complications.
Conclusion. Lipid metabolism correction in patients with CVD after COVID-19 allows reducing the risk of complications of the underlying disease and increasing the efficiency at the stage of recovery (rehabilitation) in a sanatorium.
What Did Queenslanders Think of Human Rights in 2021?
Authors: Joseph Sarah , Harris Rimmer Susan , Christian Lane
Published: November 2022

In late July 2021, we conducted a survey of attitudes to human rights in Queensland, as well as to the new Human Rights Act 2019 (Qld). Our empiric research questions include: what are community attitudes to human rights; how do people perceive the level of respect and protection for human rights in Queensland; how do attitudes differ between certain demographic groups regarding human rights and the enjoyment of those rights in Queensland; how well does the public know the Human Rights Act, and how should human rights be enforced in Queensland? Our overall question addresses how these results may guide recommendations for human right policy moving forward, including the implementation of legislation in a manner that promotes and protects human rights at a community level.
Second Data Release of the COSMOS Lyα Mapping and Tomography Observations: The First 3D Maps of the Detailed Cosmic Web at 2.05 < z < 2.55
Authors: Horowitz Benjamin , Lee Khee-Gan , Ata Metin , Müller Thomas , Krolewski Alex , Prochaska J. Xavier , Hennawi Joseph F. , White Martin , Schlegel David , Rich R. Michael , Nugent Peter E. , Suzuki Nao , Kashino Daichi , Koekemoer Anton M. , Lemaux Brian C.
Published: November 2022

We present the second data release of the COSMOS Lyα Mapping And Tomography Observations Survey conducted with the Low Resolution Imaging Spectrometer on the Keck I telescope. This project used Lyα forest absorption in the spectra of faint star-forming galaxies and quasars at z ∼ 2–3 to trace neutral hydrogen in the intergalactic medium. In particular, we use 320 objects over a footprint of ∼0.2 deg2 to reconstruct the absorption field at 2.05 < z < 2.55 at ∼2 h
−1 Mpc resolution. We apply a Wiener filtering technique to the observed data to reconstruct three-dimensional (3D) maps of the field over a volume of 4.1 × 105
h
−3 Mpc3. In addition to the filtered flux maps, for the first time we infer the underlying dark matter field through a forward-modeling framework from a joint likelihood of galaxy and Lyα forest data, finding clear examples of the detailed cosmic web consisting of cosmic voids, sheets, filaments, and nodes. In addition to traditional figures, we present a number of interactive 3D models to allow exploration of the data and qualitative comparisons to known galaxy surveys. We find that our inferred overdensities are consistent with those found from galaxy fields. We will make all our reduced spectra, extracted Lyα forest pixel data, and reconstructed tomographic maps publicly available upon publication.
Assessment of Microbial Load in Regional Hospitals in Albania
Authors: Koja Gjergji , Piligriu Florenc , Simaku Artan , Qyra Shpetim , Abazaj Erjona
Published: November 2022

Background
Contaminated hospital indoor environments can expose patients to microorganisms and different infections. The aimed study was to assess the microbial load in hospital facilities inside Albania Regional Hospitals during the period 2017-2019.
Methods
A cross-sectional study was conducted during the period 2017-2019 for the assessment of microbial contamination in operating rooms, resuscitation, and delivery rooms in 12 regional hospitals in Albania. One thousand and three hundred microbiological specimens were collected from air and surfaces using 5% sheep blood agar (Oxoid, UK) and processed at IPH microbiology laboratory following the standard bacteriological procedures Data were analyzed using Statistical Software Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 23.
Results
Out of the total number of samples, 1148 (88.3%) were collected from surfaces and 152 (11.7%) were from the air. Bacterial growth was identified in 314 (24.2%) out of 1300 samples (95% CI 21.89–26.62). From the total site samples processed during the study period, bacterial growth showed 282 (89.8%) samples from surfaces and 32 (10.2%) air samples. There was found a significant association p-value =0.035. Regarding the sampling place collection, the largest number were collected in operating rooms (60.3%) followed by emergency rooms (28.2%), ICUs (7.7%), and maternity units (3.8%). Gram-negative isolates were predominant at 235 (74.8%), while the Gram-positive were at 60 (19.1%). E. coli was the most frequent bacterial isolate (50%) followed by Pseudomonas aeruginosa (23.6%), Staphylococcus aureus (19.1%), and Klebsiella pneumoniae (1.3%). Also, we found a fungal agent such as Aspergillus in 19 (6.1%) samples. The isolated bacteria's overall drug resistance profile revealed that 66.8% of gram-positive bacteria were resistant to two or more antimicrobial drugs tested.
Conclusion
This study revealed that the surface and air and air within different wards of the hospitals studied were contaminated with different types of bacteria. Bacterial loads on the surface and air exceeded normal limits. Additionally, the study pointed out high levels of antimicrobial resistance to the drugs commonly prescribed for isolates. Therefore, intervention strategies need to be strengthened to expand infection prevention practices in hospitals. Continuous monitoring and monitoring of in-hospital pathogen types and susceptibility patterns should be performed on a very regular basis.
Ethnopharmacological Study of Medicinal Plants in the Rawamerta Region Karawang, West Java, Indonesia
Authors: Nuraeni Eni , Alkandahri Maulana , Tanuwidjaja Sri Mulyanthy , Fadhilah Khuzaimah Nurul , Kurnia Gita Silpiani , Indah Dedeh , Permana Adam , Hasanah Arum , Ahmad Farid , Barkah Dikdik Caesar , Ningsih Siti Ningrum Ratna , Khoerunnisa Asyri , Putri Dyanita Irene Susilo , Damayanti Tria Alfina , Aisyah Dinda , Aeni Farida Nur
Published: November 2022

BACKGROUND: Traditional medicinal plants’ application has significant advantages for cultural development, acceptability, and economic affordability. Furthermore, they are claimed to cure several types of diseases compared to modern medicines. AIM: This study aims to document and preserve the use of ethnomedicinal plants to treat various diseases by the community in the Rawamerta Region, Karawang, West Java, Indonesia. METHODS: Fieldwork was carried out from January to August 2022 through face-to-face interviews, questionnaires, and discussions. Plant species were identified based on standard taxonomic methods, floral morphological characteristics, and possibly, by using samples for comparison, as well as expert consultation and literature. They were then grouped into families according to the Cronquist classification system. Furthermore, their names were checked on the Plant List (www.plantlist.org) and the International Plant Name Index (www.ipni.org). RESULTS: It was discovered that 50 plant species belonging to 31 families spread across 46 genera are employed for the treatment of various diseases in Rawamerta, such as diabetes, inflammation, hypertension, fever, dyslipidemia, antiseptic, gastric disorders, anticancer, cough, gout, etc. Based on the results, Acanthaceae, Fabaceae, Zingiberaceae, and Myrtaceae are the most dominant families applied for the treatment purpose. Meanwhile, the most frequently used genera are Syzygium, Piper, Curcuma, and Annona. The plant part majorly used in medicine preparation is the leaf (64%), followed by fruit (14%), rhizome (10%), and stem (6%), as well as flower, peel, and stem and leaf (2%, respectively). The most commonly applied preparation method is an infusion (48%), followed by decoction (44%), juice (4%), as well as paste and drops (2%, respectively). This study also showed more than one plant species is used for treating the same disease. CONCLUSION: The results confirm that the Sundanese people in Rawamerta still rely heavily on medicinal plants for their health-care system. However, efforts to preserve medicinal plants and local wisdom in the region have not been significant. Therefore, the indigenes and the government are advised to carry out in situ and ex situ conservation strategies to maintain the availability of medicinal plants in the region.
Difference and Factor Associated with Interferon Gamma Level in Pulmonary Tuberculosis Patients and Healthy Control
Authors: Sinaga Bintang Yinke Magdalena , Tarigan Amira Permatasari
Published: November 2022

BACKGROUND : Interferon-gamma (INF-γ) is an important cytokine in the immune response against Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Interferon-gamma activates macrophage to kill intracellular mycobacterium.

AIM: The aim of this study is to determine the difference of plasma INF-γ level in pulmonary tuberculosis (PTB) patients compared to a healthy control and factors associated with interferon-gamma level.

METHODS: This is a case–control study. Fifty subjects were selected, including 25 new PTB patients with positive sputum smear, and 25 healthy control (non TB patients) with no symptoms of tuberculosis, normal chest X-Ray and no history of previous tuberculosis. Interferon-gamma concentration was determined by an ELISA technique. Data were analyzed with independent t-test and the results were statistically significant at p < 0.05.

RESULTS: Interferon-gamma level was significantly higher in PTB patients compared to healthy control (p = 0.024). Mean ± SD interferon gamma level was 317.2 ± 201.97 pg/ml in PTB patients and 213.5 ± 86.43 pg/ml in healthy control. Acid fast bacilli (AFB) positivity was significantly associated with interferon gamma level (p < 0.001). Interferon gamma level in TB patients with AFB 1+ was 503.22 ± 146.15 pg/ml, AFB 2+ was 337 ± 81.61 pg/ml, and AFB 3+ was 88.27 ± 51.32 pg/ml. Sex, body mass index (BMI), and age were not associated with INF-γ level.

CONCLUSIONS: Interferon gamma level was significantly higher in PTB patients than healthy control. Sex, BMI, and age were not associated with INF-γ level. Interferon-gamma level was significantly associated with AFB positivity in pulmonary tuberculosis patients.
An intuitionistic fuzzy site selection decision framework for waste-to-energy projects from the perspective of "Not In My Backyard" risk
Authors: Qiao Yuanlu , Wang Jingpeng
Published: November 2022

In the process of site selection for waste-to-energy (WtE) projects, the public is concerned about the impact of project construction on the surrounding environment and physical health and thus resists the construction site, leading to the emergence of "Not In My Backyard" (NIMBY) risk, which hinders the implementation of WtE projects. These risks make the ambiguity and uncertainty of scheme evaluation and decision higher. In this regard, this study constructed a WtE project site selection decision framework based on comprehensive consideration of NIMBY risk. Firstly, indicators were selected from cost perception, benefit expectation, and NIMBY risk to construct a WtE project site selection indicator system. Then, based on the "Decision Making Trial and Evaluation Laboratory" (DEMATEL) and the Intuitionistic Fuzzy Multi-criteria Optimization and Compromise Solution (IFVIKOR) method, a site selection decision framework is constructed. The system takes into account the interaction between indicators and obtains a more reasonable index weight. Meanwhile, the intuitionistic fuzzy theory is used to solve the fuzziness and uncertainty in risk assessment and decision-making. Finally, the feasibility of the siting decision system was verified through case studies. The results show that the A3 in this case was considered the best location for the project. In addition, the sensitivity analysis verifies the reliability and stability of the WtE project location decision framework.
A fractional order model of the COVID-19 outbreak in Bangladesh
Authors: Akter Saima , Jin Zhen
Published: November 2022

In this study, we propose a Caputo-based fractional compartmental model for the dynamics of the novel COVID-19. The dynamical attitude and numerical simulations of the proposed fractional model are observed. We find the basic reproduction number using the next-generation matrix. The existence and uniqueness of the solutions of the model are investigated. Furthermore, we analyze the stability of the model in the context of Ulam-Hyers stability criteria. The effective numerical scheme called the fractional Euler method has been employed to analyze the approximate solution and dynamical behavior of the model under consideration. Finally, numerical simulations show that we obtain an effective combination of theoretical and numerical results. The numerical results indicate that the infected curve predicted by this model is in good agreement with the real data of COVID-19 cases.
Characterization of a novel Fluoride resistant bacterial isolate and its capability of Fluoride bioremediation
Authors: Thirumala M , Sai Krishna E , Sindhu Priya P , Vishnuvardhan Reddy S
Published: November 2022

A Gram positive rod shaped bacterium designated as isolate H1 with Fluoride resistance up to 4 g/L sodium fluoride (NaF) in LB (Luria-Bertani) agar was isolated from a ground water sample of Narketpally area, Nalgonda district, Telangana, India. The colonies of isolate H1 were off white in color. Growth patterns of isolate H1 were observed at two different concentrations, 100 and 250 ppm, of NaF and also without NaF in the medium. In cases where NaF was present in the media, the lag phases of the growth curves were extended when compared to the absence of NaF. Optimum pH required for the organism's growth was 8. Isolate H1 required a temperature of 37 °C with 150 rpm and 2% NaCl for its optimal growth in the medium without NaF. Meanwhile, isolate H1 could thrive in a diverse pH range, i.e., pH 5–10, and at an NaCl concentration of up to 11% in the medium with NaF. Based on morphological, biochemical and molecular characterization, isolate H1 was identified as belonging to the genus Bacillus. It showed 98.47% 16S rDNA gene sequence similarity with Bacillus australimaris NH71_1T. Isolate H1 showed high fluoride removals of 22.5% and 38.2% with 100 and 250 mg/L of NaF in the LB broth when incubated at pH 8 and a temperature of 37 °C with 150 rpm for 3 day. Hence, this organism could be a promising isolate to apply for defluoridation of ground water in fluoride contaminthe ated areas.
La Filosofía para Niños y Jóvenes como prevención y antídoto frente a los discursos de odio
Authors: Barrientos Rastrojo José
Published: November 2022

Este artículo propone a la Filosofía para Niños y Jóvenes (Philosophy for Children) como revulsivo contra los discursos del odio. Comienza describiendo la naturaleza de estas prácticas discursivas. Posteriormente, indaga los cinco pilares de la Filosofía para Niños/Jóvenes que vacunan contra ellas: pensamiento crítico y creativo, pensamiento cuidadoso, material narrativo y comunidad de indagación. Finalmente, explora la utilidad de estos elementos para los fines propuestos.
Autonomía en bioética: críticas y re-definiciones
Authors: González Catalina
Published: November 2022

Este trabajo problematiza la noción de autonomía para morir propuesta por la bioética contemporánea a la luz de las críticas que se le han realizado recientemente y del tabú de la muerte que prevalece en las sociedades occidentales. Después de revisar el desarrollo histórico que ha dado lugar a este concepto, observo las objeciones que se le han hecho desde la ética médica y el feminismo, y planteo una nueva crítica a partir del tabú mencionado. Finalmente, propongo un concepto de autonomía más robusto filosóficamente, que incorpora, primero, la capacidad de las personas para establecer sus propios fines y deliberar sobre los medios más expeditos y morales para alcanzarlos, todo ello en el marco de un esquema de valores reflexivamente aceptado, y, segundo, el rol que las relaciones de interdependencia juegan en este proceso. De este modo, sugiero que la bioética contemporánea se beneficiaría de un concepto de autonomía individual que se entienda como meta social, es decir, una autonomía que deba ser activamente promovida por la sociedad
El hormigón del futuro
Authors: Blanks Robert F.
Published: November 2022

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Utilización de los gases de hornos a baja temperatura
Authors: Barkell Y.
Published: November 2022

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Situación de la industria de los productos m hormigón en Francia
Authors: Levy J.P.
Published: November 2022

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Hormigón superior sin granulometría precisa de los agregados
Authors: Snow F.S.
Published: November 2022

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Abaco para la determinación del factor de potencia
Authors: Strangland G.
Published: November 2022

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Nueva fábrica mejicana de cemento
Authors: Watson R.C.S.
Published: November 2022

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Análisis rápido de los aglomerantes hidráulicos unitarios
Authors: Ferrari F.
Published: November 2022

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Fabricación de cementos para albañilería
Authors: Lenhart W.B.
Published: November 2022

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Rocas utilizables en la fabricación de refractarios de sílice
Authors: Vié G.
Published: November 2022

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Eliminación de partículas alargadas en mezclas de áridos
Authors: Lenhart W.B.
Published: November 2022

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Un horno rotatorio de 122 metros de longitud
Authors: Lenhart W.B.
Published: November 2022

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Recubrimientos internos de los molinos de bolas
Authors: Slegten J.A.
Published: November 2022

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Leganti idraulici di razionale impiego per la costruzione di opere idroviaria e marittime
Authors: Ferrari F.
Published: November 2022

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Add air-entraining agents at mixer
Authors: Nicholson J.A.
Published: November 2022

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Mechanization of the glass industry
Authors: Howard G.E.
Published: November 2022

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Cuestiones sobre molinos y molturación
Authors: Tobío J.M.
Published: November 2022

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Durchlaufzeit des Mahlgutes durch Mehrkammermühlen
Authors: Anselm W.
Published: November 2022

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Drehofenkonstruction
Authors: Bohman V.
Published: November 2022

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Consistenoy meter for commercial ready-mixed concrete plants
Authors: Brunenkant E.J.
Published: November 2022

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Jaugeage rapide des réservoirs cylindriques à fonds bombes au moyen des abaques
Authors: Breuil J.
Published: November 2022

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Vertical shaft furnaces for cement firing with conical shaped burning zones
Authors: Spohn E.
Published: November 2022

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Conduite du feu dans les fours rotatifs à ciment
Authors: Baouman A.
Published: November 2022

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Von wesen der kohlenstaubflamme
Authors: Veh P.O.
Published: November 2022

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La granulométrie des ciments
Authors: Matouschek F.
Published: November 2022

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Montreal plant typifies growth of canadian cement industry
Authors: Traufer W.E.
Published: November 2022

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New kiln at volunteer plan will up capacity 60 percent
Authors: Avery W.M.
Published: November 2022

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Für die feinimahlung von zement geeignete mühlen
Authors: Schmid A.
Published: November 2022

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Cooling rate of clinker
Authors: Pearson B.M.
Published: November 2022

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Kiln draft control
Authors: Holman L.
Published: November 2022

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The desing of a furnace for reheat test
Authors: Cross H.B. , Young P.F.
Published: November 2022

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Cooling rate of clinker
Authors: Uhlig R.G.
Published: November 2022

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Raw grinding in Venezuela plant
Authors: Aagaard V.A.
Published: November 2022

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The optimun gypsum contont'of portland coment
Authors: Moissner H.S.
Published: November 2022

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Proportioning ball loading in tube mills to reduce power costs
Authors: Pralls E.
Published: November 2022

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Production of lightweight aggregate
Authors: Miller T.C.
Published: November 2022

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Luftporenbildende zusätze zum zement
Authors: Spohn E.
Published: November 2022

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Vibrairory ball mill for faster grinding
Authors: Forziati F. , Stone W.K. , Rowen J.W. , Appel W.D.
Published: November 2022

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Nouvelle technique d’essai des ciments, mortiers et betons
Authors: Prot M.
Published: November 2022

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Controle des proportions de laitier pour cimenterie et de portland entrant dans la composition d'un ciment
Authors: Duriez M. , Houlnick M.Cl.
Published: November 2022

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Importance de 'la cheux grase dans la production francaise
Authors: Detorge J.
Published: November 2022

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Elimination of screen blinding by the application of electrie heat
Authors: Graiglow G.W.
Published: November 2022

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Recovery of sand
Authors: Phipps J.D.B.
Published: November 2022

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La flotación y la industria del cemento (conclusión)
Authors: Soria Santamaria F.
Published: November 2022

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Medusa’s current expansion program
Authors: Nordborg B.
Published: November 2022

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Tennesse lightweight aggregate plant
Authors: Lenhart W.B.
Published: November 2022

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Extinction des chaux grasses
Authors: Daumas M.
Published: November 2022

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A new view of the setting of cement and the nature of concrete
Authors: Freyssinet M.
Published: November 2022

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Récents développements de l'industrie cimentière aux Etats-Unis
Authors: Walter J.
Published: November 2022

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Praktische versuche an den zur zeit in der deutschen zementindustrie üblichen ofensystemen
Authors: Schott E.
Published: November 2022

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Ring formation in cement kilns
Authors: Pearson B.M.
Published: November 2022

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Drehzahl und neigung von drehöfen
Authors: Rock E.
Published: November 2022

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Accompagner les élèves dans leurs expériences artistiques : des milieux rythmiques ?
Authors: Fabre Sylvain
Published: November 2022

L’éducation artistique et culturelle (EAC) cherche une éducation à et par l’art, réalisée dans la succession de projets s’inscrivant dans des parcours (« Parcours d’éducation artistique et culturelle »). À distance des enseignements disciplinaires, les projets recherchent rencontres et pratiques en lien avec la structuration de connaissances. Qu’espérer de tels projets ? L’article se fonde sur une observation menée dans un atelier « Danse » et rend compte des évolutions du comportement d’un élève, d’une attitude de repli vers une première adhésion. Il propose d’interpréter ce déplacement et les actions d’enseignement qui ont pu le permettre à partir de la notion de « milieu rythmique ». Cette notion mobilise les champs de l’esthétique, de la didactique et de la philosophie du travail (Canguilhem, Schwartz). Elle éclaire l’EAC comme jouant conjointement sur l’ouverture culturelle et le retour réflexif, en impliquant des dimensions hétérogènes et complémentaires. L’EAC, en construisant un milieu rythmique pour l’élève, l’aide à s’ouvrir à l’expérience culturelle.
Three-dimensional printing in integrated multi-modality imaging approach for management of prosthetic valves infective endocarditis
Authors: Eltayeb Abdalla , Khan Shahid , Dib Salam , Musthaq Ali , Elshaer Ahmed , Shaik Abdullah , Galzerano Domenico , Fadel Bahaa , Aladmawi Mohamed , Vriz Olga
Published: November 2022

After heart failure, infectious endocarditis is the second leading cause of death in patients with prosthetic valves. Aortic pseudoaneurysms are a serious complication of infective endocarditis in mechanical or bioprosthetic aortic prostheses. Diagnostic and management challenges are posed by aortic pseudoaneurysms. In these cases, a multi-modality imaging approach with a heart team is recommended. We described two cases of aortic pseudoaneurysms that developed as a result of infective endocarditis. The first case involved a TAVI patient who developed infective endocarditis as a result of diabetic foot complications. Because traditional echocardiography and computed tomography failed to show the anatomy of the lesion, we used 3D printing to show the anatomy, extension of the pseudoaneurysm, and proximity to the right coronary artery. The second case involved a patient who underwent Bentall's surgery with an aortic root and mechanical aortic valve and later developed infective endocarditis complicated by pseudoaneurysms. In this case, 3D printing was used for preoperative surgical planning.
Perspectives of undergraduate module convenors at a South African academic institution on medical student training in evidence-based health care: a qualitative study
Authors: Young Taryn , Rohwer Anke , Volmink Jimmy , Clarke Mike
Published: November 2022

Background: The increasing disease burden in Africa requires medical graduates to have problem-solving abilities. Interviews were conducted to assess module convenors’ perspectives on evidence-based health care (EBHC) teaching and learning.Methods: Qualitative research methods were used. Faculty convening medical undergraduate teaching modules were purposively sampled. Data collection was done using focus-group or individual interviews. Trained interviewers conducted interviews. Investigators conducted data analysis and interpretation.Results: Five focus groups and 10 individual interviews were conducted with convenors responsible for theory and clinical modules across various disciplines. Interviewees felt that EBHC teaching and learning were not optimal and indicated varying support for enhancing this. They identified various factors to be considered: contextual factors within the faculty (e.g. recognition for teaching), health sector issues (e.g. clinical workload), access to research, lecturer factors (e.g. competing priorities) and learners (e.g. motivation). They emphasised the key roles of lecturers as role models. Planning together to identify opportunities to integrate teaching and assessment, while ensuring coherence, clear explicit outcomes and promoting faculty development, was regarded as central to strengthening EBHC teaching and learning.Conclusions: The perspectives of module convenors are key to informing strategies to enhance EBHC teaching and learning.
Acute kidney injury in children – not just for the nephrologist
Authors: Choopa M. S. , Van Biljon G.
Published: November 2022

Acute kidney injury (AKI) is a condition that is characterised by an abrupt reduction in kidney function, and is not limited to acute renal failure. However, it is potentially treatable. Failure to do so may result in death or progression to chronic kidney disease (CKD). AKI requires urgent management in order to ensure a better clinical outcome. Traditionally, AKI is classified according to aetiology, i.e. pre-renal, intrinsic renal and post-renal AKI. Clinical features depend on the age of the patient, the cause and related complications. Symptoms and signs may be non-specific, e.g. poor feeding and vomiting, or more specific, e.g. oedema, macroscopic haematuria and oliguria. The staging of AKI is based on the estimated glomerular filtration rate and urine output. AKI from any cause increases the risk of CKD developing, and vice versa. There are absolute indications for renal replacement therapy, e.g. anuria, whereas other patients can be managed successfully conservatively.
Speaking the language of the patient: indigenous language policy and practice
Authors: Matthews Margaret , Van Wyk Jacqueline
Published: November 2022

South Africa faces numerous challenges in healthcare, with the result that communities in many rural provinces are grossly underserved. These problems are compounded when doctors are unable to communicate with their patients. IsiZulu is spoken by most people in KwaZulu-Natal. Older and rural patients often present as monolingual isiZulu speakers. The need and ability to speak an indigenous language is emphasised in communication, identified as a core competency for doctors. The benefits of language-concordant health care have been documented, and policies at national, regional and institutional level provide for language diversity. As first-language English users, medical students have to be trained to become competent in speaking isiZulu. This mixed-method study assessed the knowledge, attitudes and perceptions of third-year students who had received isiZulu-training during their first year at the University of KwaZulu-Natal. The results indicated an improvement in students’ communicative competence. In general, positive attitudes were held by the students towards the language, but there was a perceived need for additional input in order for the students to become competent.
Mastering your Fellowship, Vol 58, No 1 (2016)
Authors: Von Pressentin K. B. , Naidoo M. , Ogunbanjo G.
Published: November 2022

The series, “Mastering your Fellowship”, provides examples of the question format encountered in the written examination, Part A of the FCFP(SA) examination. The series aims to help Family Medicine registrars prepare for this examination. Model answers are available online.
Defective sewing stitch semantic segmentation using DeeplabV3+ and EfficientNet
Authors: Nguyen Quoc Toan
Published: November 2022

Defective stitch inspection is an essential part of garment manufacturing quality assurance. Traditional mechanical defect detection systems are effective, but they are usually customized with handcrafted features that must be operated by a human. Deep learning approaches have recently demonstrated exceptional performance in a wide range of computer vision applications. The requirement for precise detail evaluation, combined with the small size of the patterns, undoubtedly increases the difficulty of identification. Therefore, image segmentation (semantic segmentation) was employed for this task. It is identified as a vital research topic in the field of computer vision, being indispensable in a wide range of real-world applications. Semantic segmentation is a method of labeling each pixel in an image. This is in direct contrast to classification, which assigns a single label to the entire image. And multiple objects of the same class are defined as a single entity. DeepLabV3+ architecture, with encoder-decoder architecture, is the proposed technique. EfficientNet models (B0-B2) were applied as encoders for experimental processes. The encoder is utilized to encode feature maps from the input image. The encoder's significant information is used by the decoder for upsampling and reconstruction of output. Finally, the best model is DeeplabV3+ with EfficientNetB1 which can classify segmented defective sewing stitches with superior performance (MeanIoU: 94.14%).
El papel de la teología en la sociedad contemporánea
Authors: Puig i Tàrrech Armand
Published: November 2022

El artículo analiza la función de la teología cristiana en la sociedad actual. A tal fin, el autor comienza por sintetizar los elementos más característicos de la sociedad que se está gestando. En segundo lugar, propone la necesidad de una mediación cultural para la comunicación del evangelio. Seguidamente, el autor reclama el necesario diálogo de la teología con la cultura y la universidad. Y el estudio termina por presentar sintéticamente el papel de los centros superiores de enseñanza de la teología, según las recomendaciones de la Veritatis Gaudium del papa Francisco.
Un documento pontificio de Gregorio IX, de 1227, para la protección de la Orden de Predicadores en el Archivo General del Arzobispado de Sevilla
Authors: González Ferrín Mª Isabel
Published: November 2022

Las tareas de descripción documental en los Archivos de la Catedral y del Arzobispado de Sevilla han permitido identificar un documento pontificio original de Gregorio IX, datado en el año 1227, dirigido a las curias eclesiásticas a las que manda proteger y favorecer a la Orden de Predicadores en su expansión y misión evangelizadora, veintiún años antes de la restauración del culto cristiano en Sevilla por Fernando III en 1248, convirtiéndose en el documento original más antiguo conservado hasta la fecha en estos Archivos. En este artículo profundizamos en el análisis del contexto de producción del documento, lo ponemos en relación con otros de contenido idéntico, y trazamos su historia archivística, Todo ello nos permite valorar su interés y destacado papel como testimonio de un proceso histórico de la Iglesia bajomedieval, más allá de su singular antigüedad o de su breve contenido.
INSTITUTIONAL ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF INTER-STATE JOINT BORDER COMMITTEE IN PENINSULAR MALAYSIA
Authors:   Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, JUMARI SHAHRIL AZHARI , OMAR ABDULLAH HISAM ,   Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, M. IDRIS KHAIRULNIZAM ,   Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, MOHD YATIM MUHAMMAD HAFIZ ,   Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
Published: November 2022

Determining the inter-state border in Peninsular Malaysia is done through allocation, delimitation, demarcation and documentation. Starting in 1993, the JointBoundary Committee (JBC) organised this procedure with the involvement of numerous state and federal organisations under the Ministry’s coordination. This study examines how JBCs interact to make decisions and how well JBC formation rules-in-use work. Surveys, interviews, participant observations and document reviews were used to gather data which was then analysed using the Institutional Analysis and Development Framework (IAD) based on content analysis. Position rules, boundary rules, choice rules, aggregation rules, scope rules, information rules and pay-off rules are some of the rules in creating the JBC, although they have not been able to successfully direct interaction. For enhancement, a configuration of seven types of rules can be used because the analysis results show that seven types of rules have found significant weaknesses in establishing existing JBCs. Therefore, implementing the IAD will effectively coordinate the management and administration of the JBC in making decisions to expedite the inter-state border delimitation and demarcation in Peninsular Malaysia in line with the 16th goal of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
SUSTAINABLE MANUFACTURING PRACTICES IN MICRO, SMALL, MEDIUM ENTERPRISES (MSMEs): EVIDENCE FROM INDONESIA
Authors:   Universitas Gadjah Mada, ACINTYA AMANDA , WULANSARI DEWI ,   Universitas Gadjah Mada, ALI SYAIFUL ,   Universitas Gadjah Mada, HAPSARI FAIHA ULFA ,   Universitas Gadjah Mada
Published: November 2022

This study aims to examine the drivers of sustainable manufacturing practices (SMP) using the Strategy, Technology, Organisation, People and Environment (STOPE) framework and whether those practices affect competitive capabilities (costs, quality, delivery and flexibility) amongst micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Indonesia. Data was collected through face-to-face or in-person surveys of 169 MSMEs and validated using Structural Equation Model with Partial Least Squares approach. Our findings partially demonstrate similar results to the existing literature. We found that organisation is the only significant positive influence of SMP amongst the STOPE variables while SMP positively correlates with all competitive capabilities. This study contributes to SME nascent literature on SMP by illustrating the drivers and benefits of SMP to business capability. We expect relevant parties like practitioners, regulators and accounting academics to benefit from our study implications.
Indication and selection of pediatric patients for genetically modified T cells
Authors: Seber Adriana
Published: November 2022

The use of CAR-T cells will completely change the treatment of many hematological diseases, including relapsed pediatric B-lineage acute lymphoblastic leukemia. This article is part of the Brazilian Society of Bone Marrow Transplantation (SBTMO)’s “Technical manual of cellular therapy” to guide physicians to select patients and indicate the use of the CAR-T cells in pediatric patients with acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Other aspects of CAR-T cell therapy and management of important toxicities are included on other articles of this volume.
Pengaruh promosi dan kualitas pelayanan terhadap keputusan pembelian Pizza Hut di masa pandemi
Authors: Arbah Siti Fatin , Rakhmat Cece , Pauzy Depy Muhamad
Published: November 2022

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh promosi dan kualitas pelayanan terhadap keputusan pembelian konsumen Pizza Hut Tasikmalaya di masa pandemi. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kuantitatif dengan pendekatan survey. Populasi dalam penelitian ini tidak diketahui. Sampel dalam penelitian ini sebanyak 110 orang. Analisis data dalam penelitian ini menggunakan analisis linier berganda dengan program SPSS versi 25. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa promosi dan kualitas pelayanan secara simultan memiliki pengaruh signifikan terhadap keputusan pembelian konsumen Pizza Hut Tasikmalaya di masa pandemi. Promosi secara parsial memiliki pengaruh signifikan terhadap keputusan pembelian konsumen Pizza Hut Tasikmalaya di masa pandemi. Kualitas pelayanan secara parsial memiliki pengaruh signifikan terhadap keputusan pembelian konsumen Pizza Hut Tasikmalaya di masa pandemi
Pengaruh Celebrity endorser Terhadap Keputusan Pembelian Dengan kepercayaan merek Sebagai Variabel mediasi Pada Pelanggan Skincare Ms Glow Di Surabaya
Authors: Arni Petronia Susanti , Nuraini Dewi
Published: November 2022

This research is a type of quantitative research conducted on Ms Glow skincare products in the city of Surabaya. This study aims to determine whether or not the influence of celebrity endorsers on purcasing decisions through brand trust as a mediating variabel. The data collection method in this research is a questionneire or questionneire. The sampling technique used is the purposure sampling technique. The population that is the object of this research is Ms Glow Skin Care product customers with up to 100 respondents. Hypothesis testing with multilevel regresion analysis technique 1,2, and 3 with SPSS 21.0 program and sobel test for hypotehsis 4 with the help of the website. The results of this study indicate that the selebrity endorsers variable has a significant effect on brand trust in Ms Glow Skin Care products. The selebrity endorsers variable has a significant effect on purchasing decision on Ms Glow Skin Care products. And the selebrity endorsers variable has a significant effect on purchasing decisions through brand trust as a mediating variable.
The service strategy used by Yayasan Kemanusiaan Kotak Amal Indonesia in maintaining donor loyalty
Authors: Athief Fauzul Hanif Noor , Rizki Darlin , Nuha Ulin , Kurniawan Adityo Wiwit
Published: November 2022

Pertumbuhan jumlah Lembaga ‘Amil Zakat (LAZ) di Indonesia semakin berkembang mulai dari tingkat sederhana hingga profesional dengan berbagai layanan dan program yang ditawarkan kepada masyarakat ataupun donatur. Hal ini mendorong tiap lembaga zakat untuk mencari strategi yang tepat dalam meraih kepercayaan dan loyalitas dari donatur agar lembaga tersebut dapat menjalankan kegiatannya dengan maksimal. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui strategi pelayanan yang digunakan Yayasan Kemanusiaan Kotak Amal Indonesia dalam menjaga loyalitas donatur serta mengetahui faktor pendukung dan penghambat dalam strategi tersebut. Jenis penelitian ini adalah penelitian lapangan dengan metode deskriptif kualitatif. Pengumpulan data menggunakan wawancara dan dokumentasi yang dianalisis dengan metode deduktif. Hasil penelitian menjelaskan bahwa strategi yang digunakan Yayasan Kemanusiaan Kotak Amal Indonesia dalam menjaga loyalitas donatur adalah strategi pelayanan prima dengan melakukan 3 tahapan strategi; perumusan strategi, pelaksanaan strategi dengan dua langkah yakni tata laku duta dan eksternal, dan terakhir evaluasi strategi yang dilakukan secara berkala. Sarana pelayanan yang memadai sesuai minat donatur menjadi faktor utama pendukung jalannya strategi tersebut, dan terbatasnya jumlah petugas ‘amil zakat menjadi salah satu faktor penghambat jalannya strategi
PERFORMANCE EVALUATION OF A PASSIVE SOLAR CROP DRYING
Authors:   Mechanical EngineeringDepartment, Caritas University, Amorji-Nike, Enugu, Nigeria, M. Nwankwo Azubuike , J. Ujam Amechi , Ushie John , C. Ugwu Chukwuemeka
Published: November 2022

This paper presents the performance evaluation of a passive solar dryer. The Dryer was designed and constructed at the Mechanical Engineering Department of Caritas University, Amorji-Nike, and Enugu, Nigeria. The Dryer was constructed using locally sourced materials from Ogbete main market, Enugu. Experimentation was carried out using samples of 20mm and 40mm sliced cassava chips weighing 46g and 80g respectively in the month of November, 2020.Temperature readings of the ambient air, the drying chamber and the collector chamber were recorded and tabulated for the hours of 10.00am to 5.00pm for the first day and 9.00am to 4.00pm for the second day. The moisture content and drying rates were evaluated for both samples using both dry and wet basis. Plots were made on the variation of temperature with time as well as moisture content with time for both dry and wet basis for the two days. Results show that the mass of the water removed were 112g and 105g for the first and second day respectively. Results also show the collector efficiency as 37.9% while the dryer efficiency was evaluated to be 37.6%. The moisture content of the 20mm samples of cassava slices were evaluated to be 53.03% and 38.8% for the first and second day respectively, while of the 40mm sample were evaluated as 112.9% and 64.6% respectively for the first and second day. The moisture loss or drying rate for the respective samples of 20mm and 40mm were evaluated to be 27.0g/hr and 34.0g/hr, showing percentage drying rates of 62.1% and 68% for the first and second day respectively. The equipment and the test therefrom have shown tremendous improvement on crop drying over the conventional open air drying method used in the region/location under study. It also provided a veritable tool for training students on heat and mass transfer analysis.
The Effects of Teacher Communication During a Health Intervention on Older Adolescents’ Predictors of Health Behaviour
Authors: Mesman Mathijs , Hendriks Hanneke , Onrust Simone , Van den Putte Bas
Published: November 2022

This study investigated the influence of teacher communication behaviours on predictors of alcohol use, snack intake, and physical exercise during a school-based health intervention. Additionally, we investigated whether students’ evaluations of the intervention mediated these effects. In a two-way prospective study, 389 adolescents (222 females; Mage = 16.64, SDage = 1.97) completed a survey. Key variables were teacher communication behaviours (i.e., clarity, verbal immediacy, and content relevance), predictors (i.e., attitudes, social norms, perceived behavioural control, and intentions) of alcohol use, snack intake, and physical exercise, and students’ evaluations of the health intervention were investigated. Results showed that teacher clarity resulted in significantly healthier injunctive norms and higher perceived behavioural control regarding alcohol use, and for exercise in significantly healthier attitudes, descriptive norms, and intentions to exercise. No effects of teacher clarity were found for snack intake. Furthermore, teacher clarity, verbal immediacy, and content relevance did not indirectly result in healthier predictors of health behaviour through evaluations of the intervention. Findings support the role of teacher clarity for intervention effectiveness, and advise designers of health interventions to incorporate the role of teacher clarity in their teacher training programs to achieve more desired changes in health behaviour.
Pengaruh Ukuran Perusahaan, Variabilitas Harga Pokok Penjualan, Likuiditas, dan Laba Sebelum Pajak Terhadap Pemilihan Metode Akuntansi Persediaan:
Authors: Erawati Teguh , Ramadhani Desi
Published: November 2022

This study aims to examine the size of company, the variability of cost of goods sold, liquidity, and profit before tax on the selection of inventory accounting methods. To test the hypothesis used secondary data with a purposive sampling method. Data analysis technique used multiple linier regression analysis with company size, variability of the cost of inventory, liquidity, and profit before tax as variable (X) and the selection of inventory accounting methods as variable (Y). After data was analyzed, it was determined that partially the variability of cost of goods sold and liquidity had an effect on the selection of inventory accounting methods, while firm size and profit before tax had no effect on inventory accounting methods. Simultaneously the size of the company, the variability of cost of goods sold, liquidity and profit before tax together have a significant effect on the selection of inventory accounting methods.

Keywords : firm size, variability of cost of goods sold, liquidity, profit before tax, selection of inventory accounting methods.