bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Carcino Embryonic Antigen, Cardiac Troponin I and Tumor Necrosis Factor-Alpha Levels in Male Cigarette Smokers in Nnewi Metropolis
Authors:   Department of Medical Laboratory Science, Faculty of Health Sciences & Technology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus Anambra State, Nigeria, Manafa PO , Ekebor KL ,   Department of Medical Laboratory Science, Faculty of Health Sciences & Technology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus Anambra State, Nigeria, Chukwuma GO ,   Department of Medical Laboratory Science, Faculty of Health Sciences & Technology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus Anambra State, Nigeria, Chukwuma OM ,   Department of Medical Laboratory Science, Faculty of Health Sciences & Technology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus Anambra State, Nigeria, Mbachu NA ,   Department of Haematology, College of Health Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus, Anambra State, Nigeria, Akulue JC ,   Department of Medical Laboratory Science, Faculty of Health Sciences & Technology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus Anambra State, Nigeria, Ebugosi RS ,   Department of Medical Laboratory Science, Faculty of Health Sciences & Technology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus Anambra State, Nigeria, Obi CM ,   Department of Haematology, College of Health Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus, Anambra State, Nigeria
Published: September 2021

Cigarette smoking is known to be associated with the risk of developing certain types of cancers, cardiovascular diseases and chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases. This study was aimed at evaluating the risks of certain types of cancers, cardiovascular diseases and chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases in smokers. A total of 90 subjects were recruited for this study. This comprised 60 male smokers and 30 male non-smokers within the age range of 18 and 65. The levels of carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA), cardiac troponin I (cTnI) and tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α) were determined using Enzyme-linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) technique. Smokers had significantly higher levels of CEA compared with non smokers P<0.05). However, the average serum level of TNF-α was significantly decreased in the test compared with the control group (P < 0.05). No statistically significant difference was observed in the average serum level of cardiac troponin I in the test subjects compared with that of the control group (P>0.05). However, a strong correlation existed between duration of smoking and the mean levels of CEA (r = 0.296) and cTnI I (r = 0.170) while a negative correlation was observed between the duration of smoking and the mean levels of TNF-α (r = -0.073). The highest serum CEA and cTnI levels were obtained in moderate smokers and the highest serum TNF-α level was observed in heavy smokers. This work suggests that smokers have increased levels of CEA and may regularly face the risk of certain types of cancers.
Determinants of Scrub Typhus: A Case Control Study in Tribal Region of Eastern Maharashtra
Authors:   Assistant Professor, Department of Community Medicine, Govemment Medical College, Gondia, Maharashtra 441601, India, Ambilkar Abhaykumar , Jogdande Amit ,   Associate Professor, Department of Community Medicine, Govemment Medical College, Gondia, Maharashtra 441601, India, Thakre Subhash ,   Professor and Head, Department of Community Medicine, Govemment Medical College, Gondia, Maharashtra 441601, India, Nimgade SD ,   District Health Officer, Gondia, Maharashtra 441601, India, Chauragade VM ,   District Malaria Officer, Gondia, Maharashtra 441601, India, Patle BR ,   District Epidemiologist, Gondia, Maharashtra 441601, India
Published: September 2021

Introduction: Scrub typhus is public health problem in South East Asian Region and also it is of rising concern in India. Eastern part of Maharashtra state is highly vulnerable to the disease as it is under forest cover. This region is presently witnessing outbreak of scrub typhus. The present case control study aims to understand determinants of the scrub typhus in this geographical location. Material & Methods: Operational definition for scrub typhus cases used in present study was “Individuals who are positive for IgM Elisa of Scrub typhus”. Cases of scrub typhus reported to health system that comply with the operational definition were recruited. Individually matched controls were selected from the same village. Matching was done for age, sex, socioeconomic status and residence. Total 16 cases and 32 controls were enrolled and compared for socio-demographic, environmental and behavioral domains. Results: Clinical menifestations among cases were Fever, malaise, headache, escahar and rash. The most common sites of escar was groin 3 (42.8%), followed by suprascapular region 2 (28.6%), axilla 1(14.3%) and elbow 1 (14.3%). The risk factors for scrub typhus were vegetations around household within 3 feet range, length of grass blade more than 2 feet, routine work in shrub, engaging in forest related work and activities aroud lake with the odds 5.41 (1.13-25.83), 5.6 (1.24-25.49), 3.66 (1.04- 12.9) 4.2 (1.02-18.02) and 4.59 (1.25-16.77) respectively. Conclusion: Apart from other known risk factors, present study ascertained activities around lake, closeness of vegetations to the household (less than 3 feet) and length of grass blade (more than 2 feet) as new risk factors. These findings may be helpful in developing targeted intervention strategies to control scrub typhus.
Role of Teachers' Union in Professional Development of Teachers in the Public Universities of Nepal
Authors: Khanal Basudev
Published: September 2021

This paper focuses on the role of teachers' union in the professional development of teacher in the public universities of Nepal. To date no worth mentioning impression about the activities of teachers’ union in the professional development of teachers has been observed. Hence, this paper explores the affirmative role of the union in the professional development of its members. In the course of this study, in-depth interview was carried out for the collection of the data and thematic analysis was done for analysis and interpretation. The participants in this research were five leaders from different teachers’ unions and two members as beneficiaries from the union. It has been found that the teachers’ union works as a platform for sharing knowledge and skills among the teachers, and it also makes the existing teachers as well as the newly appointed teachers aware of the recent development in the field of teaching and learning in the global education ambiance. Moreover, the use of different available networks facilitates in encouraging the academic actions that eventually supports in the professional enhancement of the teachers.
Measuring Metacognitive Awareness of Reading Strategies of Higher Level Learners
Authors: Khatri Krishna Kumar
Published: September 2021

The metacognitive awareness of reading strategies among higher level learners has been widely acknowledged for successful reading comprehension. However, literature shows a little empirical research in this area in Nepalese context. This paper attempts to measure the metacognitive awareness of reading strategies of higher level learners of Nepal. As a quantitative study, cross-sectional survey design was used to obtain the primary data from 142 higher level learners pursuing MPhil degree from different universities of Nepal through questionnaire. The metacognitvie awareness of reading strategies of the learners was measured in univariate analysis and difference of their awareness in terms of independent variables was assessed in bivariate analysis using t-test. The study revealed that higher level learners had metacognitive awareness of reading strategies at different levels. Among the three groups of strategies, cognitive strategies were found most frequently used by the learners and supportive strategies were found least frequent to them. The independent variables i.e. sex and subject of specialization did not affect in the learners’ metacognitive awareness of reading strategies. The differences were not seen statistically significant. This implies that teacher can use and instruct the learners with similar type of reading strategies irrespective of gender and group of subjects.
Laboratory Investigations of Extrasensory Identification of Concealed 5-Character Codes by a Presumably Gifted Teenager
Authors: Shen Dong , Shen Run-Sheng , Li Gang , Piao Daqing
Published: September 2021

This report summarizes three “eyeless sight” experiments and reaffirms the authenticity of the phenomenon of clairvoyance (extrasensory perception). On 2014 and 2015, a total of 37 trials were conducted. Each trial involved a computer printing a 5-character permutation (e.g. 37K9J) in bold type on a piece of paper which was then folded to conceal the text. The “eyeless sight” practitioner was a girl who had previously been trained to develop her “eyeless sight” ability. The practitioner held the folded specimen between her thumb and forefinger. After adjusting to a specific state of consciousness (Second Consciousness State, SCS), the practitioner visualized a “ Third Eye Screen” (TES) in front of her forehead. The five-character string was then automatically perceived on the TES by the practitioner. After the perceived image stabilized, the permutation was reported to the researcher and transcribed. The whole experimental process was recorded on video cameras. The mean chance expectation for the correct hit rate of a five-character permutation is p≈10-70 and is vanishingly small. The importance of the SCS and the image generation process on the TES is discussed.

Key words: Eyeless sight - Extrasensory perception (ESP) - Psychokinesis (PK) - Third Eye Screen (TES) - First Consciousness State (FCS) - Second Consciousness State (SCS) - recognition of characters with fingers (Clairvoyance)
Evaluation of Veterinary Students’ Communication Skills with a Service Dog Handler in a Simulated Client Scenario
Authors: McCool Katherine E. , Kedrowicz April A.
Published: September 2021

Effective communication skills serve as a key component of excellent veterinary care and provide a foundation for building trusting relationships with clients. While many veterinary clients value their pets for companionship, the focus of other relationships may be based on a partnership between the human and animal, as is the case with the handlers of service dogs. As the use of service dogs in the US continues to grow, it is important that veterinary professionals are educated on how best to meet the unique needs of service dogs and their handlers. This article evaluates the interactions of veterinary students with a service dog handler in a simulated client scenario. Ten videotaped interactions were coded to assess third-year students’ communication skills (nonverbal communication, open-ended questions, reflective listening, and empathy), and their ability to discuss the diagnostic and therapeutic options for a dog with suspected intervertebral disk disease. Results showed that the majority of students demonstrated competence in the use of nonverbal communication skills and in discussing the biomedical aspects of the disease. Students require development in the use of open-ended questions, reflective listening statements, and expression of empathy, as well as building client rapport and discussing the psychosocial aspect of the disease on the client and patient. These findings suggest that veterinary students may benefit from targeted instruction on “best practices” in caring for service dogs and their handlers, including greater attention to the psychosocial aspects of a disease, and from additional communication practice using standardized clients with service dogs.
Siringomas vulvares: comunicación de un caso
Authors: Mendoza Mendoza Andy Manuel , Minchola Vega Jorge Luis
Published: September 2021

Los siringomas son tumores anexiales benignos raramente encontrados a nivel vulvar. Se comunica un caso y se realiza una revisión bibliográfica ante la presentación de una mujer de 33 años con múltiples lesiones papulares en labios mayores, de larga data, con diagnóstico anatomopatológico y tratamiento mediante escisión quirúrgica bajo sedación y vaporización con láser CO2.
Biocompatible cryogels: preparation and application
Authors:   Shakarim University of Semey, Klivenko A.N. , Mussabayeva B.Kh. ,   Shakarim University of Semey, Gaisina B.S. ,   Shakarim University of Semey, Sabitova A.N. ,   Shakarim University of Semey
Published: September 2021

Polymer cryogels are very promising for producing functional materials. Their porous structure makes them indispensable for some areas of medicine, catalysis, and biotechnology. In this review we focused on methods for producing cryogels based on biopolymers, interpolyelectrolyte complexes of biopolymers, and composite cryogels based on them. First, the properties of cryogels and brief theoretical information about the production of cryogels based on biopolymers were considered. The second section summarizes the latest advances in the production of cryogels based on complexes of biopolymers and composite cryogels. The features of the synthesis and the factors affecting the final properties of materials were considered. In the final part the fields of application of cryogels of the considered types in biotechnology, catalysis and medicine were studied in detail. In biotechnology cryogels are used to immobilize molecules and cells, as a basis for cell growth, and as chromatographic materials for cell separation. In catalysis cryogels are used as a matrix for the immobilization of metal nanoparticles, as well as for the immobilization of enzymes. Biocompatible cryogels and their composites are widely used in medicine for bone and cartilage tissue regeneration, drug delivery, providing a long-term profile of drug release in the body.
The effect of chemical composition on the biodegradation rate and physical and mechanical properties of polymer composites with lignocellulose fillers
Authors:   Ural State Forest Engineering University, Glukhikh V.V. , Shkuro A.E. ,   Ural State Forest Engineering University, Krivonogov P.S. ,   Ural State Forest Engineering University
Published: September 2021

The results of TPLC scientific research, practical experience of their preparation, and application as of 2016 are presented in eight volumes of the “Handbook of Composites from Renewable Materials” (2017, John Wiley & Sons, Inc.). This article provides an analysis of books and articles with open access to the Science Direct (Elsevier) database for the period 2017–2020 to assess the biodegradation rate and physical and mechanical properties of polymer composites with lignocellulosic fillers. The production and use of polymer composites with a thermoplastic polymer matrix and lignocellulosic fillers (TPLC) have significant ecological and eco- nomic prospects since waste biomass from forests, agriculture, and polymers obtained from petroleum raw materials can be used for their production. However, depending on the TPLC application area, there are opposite requirements for the biodegradation rate. For the use in construction and medicine materials and products must have a minimum biodegradation rate. Materials and products for single-use packaging must have the necessary biodegradability potential and have an adjusted biodegradation rate in soil, water, compost environment. Research results show that the properties of TPLC can be significantly influenced not only by the physical but also by the chemical structure of all components of these composites. The chemical properties of polymers, fillers, additives for various purposes can affect their industrial production efficiency.
Notes on the occurrence of Gampsocoris Fuss, 1852 (Hemiptera: Heteroptera: Berytidae) in Poland
Authors:   Department of Zoology, Faculty of Biology and Environmental Protection, University of Silesia, Taszakowski Artur
Published: September 2021

In Poland the genus Gampsocoris Fuss, 1852 is represented by two species: G. punctipes (Germar, 1822) and G. culicinus Seidenstücker, 1948. The paper presents new localities of both species, including the second record of G. culicinus in Poland. Additional information on their biology is provided. A possible immigration route of G. culicinus into Polish territory is discussed.
New data on the occurrence of longhorn beetles (Coleoptera: Cerambycidae) in the Eastern Beskid Mountains (Poland)
Authors:   Department of Zoology, Faculty of Biology and Environmental Protection, University of Silesia, KARPIŃSKI Lech , TASZAKOWSKI Artur
Published: September 2021

New data on the occurrence of the 70 species of longhorn beetles from the area of the Eastern Beskid Mountains including the Low Beskids (56 species) are presented. The state of knowledge about Cerambycidae of the Eastern Beskid Mountains, Low Beskids, Western Beskid Mountains and Bieszczady Mountains is summarised. New localities of some rarely seen species as: Pachyta quadrimaculata (Linnaeus 1758), Stenocorus meridianus (Linnaeus, 1758), Evodinus clathratus (Fabricius, 1793), Anoplodera rufipes (Schaller, 1783), A. sexguttata (Fabricius, 1775), Ropalopus macropus (Germar, 1824), Pogonocherus hispidus (Linnaeus, 1758), Phytoecia cylindrica (Linnaeus 1758) and Ph. nigricornis (Fabricius 1782) are given. Four species, P. quadrimaculata, Leptura annularis Fabricius, 1801, Pyrrhidium sanguineum (Linnaeus, 1758) and Pogonocherus fasciculatus (DeGeer, 1775), are recorded for the first time from the area of the Low Beskids
Auplopus rectus (Haupt, 1927) (Hymenoptera: Pompilidae) – a new spider wasp species to the fauna of Poland
Authors:   Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, University of Hradec Králové, BOGUSCH Petr
Published: September 2021

Auplopus rectus (Haupt, 1927) is newly recorded from Poland. It was found on sandy site near Smołdzino, on the border of Słowiński National Park — the most northerly known locality of this species. The distribution of A. rectus in Central Europe and potential spreading are discussed.
Harvestmen (Arachnida: Opiliones) of open biotopes in the Poloniny National Park (north-eastern Slovakia)
Authors:   Institute of Forest Ecology, Slovak Academy of Sciences, Štúrova 2, 960 53 Zvolen, Slovakia, MIHÁL Ivan , GAJDOŠ Peter ,   Institute of Landscape Ecology, Slovak Academy of Sciences, Bratislava, branch Nitra, Akademická 2, P.O.Box 23/B,  949 01, Nitra, Slovakia, ŽILA Pavel ,   Faculty of Natural Sciences, Constantine the Philosopher University, Tr. A. Hlinku 1, 949 74 Nitra, Slovakia
Published: September 2021

Opiliofauna of open biotopes in the Poloniny National Park is presented. The biotopes include the variably utilized or successively overgrowing grasslands. During the period 2011–2013, we found 21 species of harvestmen which represent 60% of the Slovak opiliofauna. The highly eudominant species was Phalangium opilio. The open and sunny biotopes as meadows and pastures proved to be typical habitats for P. opilio and Oligolophus tridens. Other dominant species were: Trogulus nepaeformis and Lacinius ephippiatus. The Carpathian endemics: Paranemastoma kochi and Ischyropsalis manicata as well as thermophilic species Egaenus convexus, Lacinius horridus and Zachaeus crista were also found in the study sites.
Adult-onset presentation of cervicothoracic split cord malformation: illustrative case
Authors: Soh Huei Ti
Published: September 2021

BACKGROUND

A 60-year-old female presented with a 6-month history of progressive lower limb pain, weakness, and declining mobility. She was initially diagnosed as having possible hip osteoarthritis or ligamental knee injury. She was eventually seen by a neurologist, who admitted her to a tertiary hospital with new-onset upper motor neuron signs and urinary incontinence. Magnetic resonance imaging of the whole spine revealed evidence of C7–T2 type 1 split cord malformation (SCM) necessitating urgent spinal surgery. She had an excellent outcome with intensive rehabilitation and returned to her premorbid level of function and mobility.

OBSERVATIONS

The patient presented with nonspecific symptoms, which led to multiple referrals and a significant delay in her diagnosis.

LESSONS

Clinicians should be aware of the importance of a detailed history with thorough neurological and spinal examinations.
Computational hemodynamic analysis of the offending vertebral artery at the site of neurovascular contact in a case of hemifacial spasm associated with subclavian steal syndrome: illustrative case
Authors: Tominaga Keita , Endo Hidenori , Sugiyama Shin-ichiro , Osawa Shin-ichiro , Niizuma Kuniyasu , Tominaga Teiji
Published: September 2021

BACKGROUND

Hemifacial spasm (HFS) is caused by neurovascular contact along the facial nerve’s root exit zone (REZ). The authors report a rare HFS case that was associated with ipsilateral subclavian steal syndrome (SSS).

OBSERVATIONS

A 42-year-old man with right-sided aortic arch presented with progressing left HFS, which was associated with ipsilateral SSS due to severe stenosis of the left brachiocephalic trunk. Magnetic resonance imaging showed contact between the left REZ and vertebral artery (VA), which had shifted to the left. The authors speculated that the severe stenosis at the left brachiocephalic trunk resulted in the left VA’s deviation, which was the underlying cause of the HFS. The authors performed percutaneous angioplasty (PTA) to dilate the left brachiocephalic trunk. Ischemic symptoms of the left arm improved after PTA, but the HFS remained unchanged. A computational fluid dynamics study showed that the high wall shear stress (WSS) around the site of neurovascular contact decreased after PTA. In contrast, pressure at the point of neurovascular contact increased after PTA.

LESSONS

SSS is rarely associated with HFS. Endovascular treatment for SSS reduced WSS of the neurovascular contact but increased theoretical pressure of the neurovascular contact. Physical release of the neurovascular contact is the best treatment option for HFS.
The relationship of the parameters of the optical density of the sample and the absorbance of the sample material
Authors: Marchenko S. N.
Published: September 2021

The relationship of the parameters of the optical density of the sample and the absorbance of the sample material is studied, which is relevant for the analysis and differentiation of measurement results by devices with light flux filtration and spectral devices (densitometers and spectrophotometers). To identify the analytical dependence of the obtained values of the optical density of the sample and the absorbance of the sample material, a formula is derived for calculating the diffuse optical transmittance density if the detected radiation contains directional and diffuse components. The first term in the obtained formula characterizes the absorbance of the sample material, the second is a correction due to the diffuse component of the radiation, and is a function of the ratio of the diffuse and regular transmittances. Expressions are obtained that allow functional and quantitative determination of the relationship of the absorbance of the sample material and the parameters of the optical transmittance density of the sample. The results of calculating the absorbance of the sample material, the component of diffuse radiation, diffuse optical transmittance density and corrections of these values are presented.
Application of robust parameter design in the development of a quantitative chemical analysis procedures in metallurgy
Authors: Bogomolova S. A. , Muravyeva I. V.
Published: September 2021

The paper presents the results of experimental research for the quantitative chemical analysis procedures using the robust parameter design methodology. There is an example of the parameter design in development of the measurement procedure for the mass fraction of chlorine in dusty waste in the ferronickel production. Results of experiment analysis has provided an information about the optimal conditions for sample preparation procedure.
Common Bark Beetle Pests of Florida
Authors: Adams Sawyer Nicole , Hulcr Jiri
Published: September 2021

This new 4-page guide was created specifically as an aid for youth forestry knowledge competitions, including 4-H and Future Farmers of America. Along with a collection of the listed beetles, it is suitable as a beginner’s introduction to the most important pine pests in Florida. Written by Sawyer Adams and Jiri Hulcr and published by the UF/IFAS 4-H Youth Development Program.https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/4h417
'Firecracker Red' Caladium - a University of Florida Cultivar for Sunny Landscapes and Large Containers
Authors: Deng Zhanao , Harbaugh Brent K.
Published: September 2021

ENH 1040, a 6-page illustrated fact sheet by Zhanao Deng and Brent K. Harbaugh, introduces tuber producers to this new red fancy-leafed caladium cultivar which produces large leaves with intense red color and performs well in sunny landscapes and large containers. Published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, October 2006.
Creating Wildlife Habitat with Native Florida Freshwater Wetland Plants
Authors: Main Martin B. , Allen Ginger M. , Langeland Kenneth A.
Published: September 2021

Revised! Circular 912, an 11-page publication by Martin B. Main, Ginger M. Allen, and Ken A. Langeland, provides guidance on choosing the right types of native freshwater plants, plants you should avoid, planting techniques, and maintenance tips. Includes list of references for additional information, extensive listing of native Florida freshwater wetland plants, and a table listing invasive, non-native wetland plants that are illegal in Florida. Originally published in 1997 as "Aquascaping: Planting and Maintenance" by the UF Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences Department, this version is published jointly by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation and The UF Department of Agronomy, July 2006.
Identifying Accurate Internet Resources for Nutrition, Food Safety, and Health Demonstrations
Authors: Simonne Amy , Bobroff Linda B.
Published: September 2021

FCS-8797, a 4-page fact sheet by Amy Simonne and Linda B. Bobroff, aims to assist 4-H county faculty and volunteers in directing youth to accurate, research-based sources of information on nutrition, food safety, and health. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, October 2006. (Also included in the 4-H and Youth New Publications mailing).
Prevención de Caídas: Soluciones Para su Casa
Authors: Martin Leigh Ann
Published: September 2021

Revised! FCS2228-Span, a 1-page fact sheet by Leigh Ann Martin, is the Spanish language version of "Fall Prevention: Solutions for the Home," which lists home modifications that can be made to meet the needs created by the physical challenges of ageing. Published as part of the Elder Nutrition and Food Safety (ENAFS) program by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, May 2006.
FCS2228-Sp/FY858: Prevención de Caídas: Soluciones para su hogar (ufl.edu)
Prevención de Caídas: Mantenerse Activo
Authors: Romero Sergio
Published: September 2021

Revised! FCS2232-Span, a 4-page fact sheet by Sergio Romero, is the Spanish Language version of "Fall Prevention: Staying Active." It describes directions for several exercises which can help people maintain or improve balance, strength, and flexibility. Published as part of the Elder Nutrition and Food Safety (ENAFS) program by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, May 2006.
Prevención de Caídas: Como Manejar una Caída
Authors: Bobroff Linda B. , Martin Leigh Ann
Published: September 2021

Revised! FCS2233-Span, a 1-page fact sheet by Linda Bobroff and Leigh Ann Martin, is the Spanish Language version of "Fall Prevention: How to Handle a Fall." It gives steps to follow to decrease the chance of further injury after a fall, including line drawings showing how to pull oneself onto a chair. Published as part of the Elder Nutrition and Food Safety (ENAFS) program by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, May 2006.
Caregiver’s Contacts: How to Get the Help You Need
Authors: Wilken Carolyn S.
Published: September 2021

FCS2258, a 2-page fact sheet by Carolyn Wilken, is the second in a series on caregiving and aging. This helpful worksheet contains a list of prompts for questions to ask and information to give when attempting to locate help or information about elder care. Published by the UF Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, November 2006.
FCS2258/FY870: Contact Organization for Caregivers (ufl.edu)
Balancing Work and Caregiving: Tips for Employees
Authors: Wilken Carolyn S.
Published: September 2021

FCS-2260, a 3-page fact sheet by Carolyn Wilken, is the fourth in a series on caregiving and aging. Balancing employment and caregiving can be very difficult. This publication will help employees work with their employers, their families, and their care receivers to make sure that everyone is getting what they need. Contains information on FMLA and a list of helpful resources. Published by the UF Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, November 2006.
Healthy Living: Taking Care from Head to Toe
Authors: Hillan Jennifer
Published: September 2021

FCS8821, a 2-page fact sheet by Jennifer Hillan, reminds patients with diabetes about the special precautions they need to take to protect their skin, eyes, teeth, gums, and feet and gives tips for keeping these parts of the body healthy. Published by the UF Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, December 2006.
Canistel Growing in the Florida Home Landscape
Authors: Crane Jonathan H. , Balerdi Carlos F.
Published: September 2021

Revised! HS-1049, a 7-page fact sheet by Jonathan H. Crane and Carlos F. Balerdi, provides homeowners with a basic reference for growing canistel in the home landscape. Tables include varieties in Florida, cultural practices by month, fertilizer program and nutritional values. Published by the UF Department of Horticultural Sciences, October 2006.
HS1049/HS299: Canistel Growing in the Florida Home Landscape (ufl.edu)
[IN1336] Argentine ant, Linepithema humile (Mayr) (Insecta: Hymenoptera: Formicidae)
Authors: Carroll Katherine , Dale Adam
Published: September 2021

The Argentine ant, Linepithema humile (Mayr), is an insect native to South America, but an invasive species in many parts of the world. It is globally distributed. Linepithema humile is considered a pest species, primarily due to its feeding habits of tending and protecting honeydew producing insects, such as scale insects, which are often damaging to crops and ornamental plants. This aggressive, populous ant species also has a negative effect on native ant species. Linepithema humile colonies have multiple queens, allowing colonies to grow and spread rapidly. Under certain conditions, the argentine ant may also become a household pest if it finds a way into homes. Linepithema humile has been designated as a tramp ant species, meaning that it has an incredible ability to spread and establish in new areas and is difficult to control. Linepithema humile, like other tramp species, can establish in new locations quickly due to the multi-queen nature of the colonies, their abitlity to forage and find resources, and the extensive network of interrelated colonies they are able to form. This document provides an in-depth synopsis of the insect's life history, biology, and management.
Tropical and Subtropical Fruit Crops for the Home Landscape: Alternatives to Citrus
Authors: Crane Jonathan H. , Balerdi Carlos F. , Orfanedes Michael S.
Published: September 2021

Revised! HS-812, an 8-page fact sheet by Jonathan H. Crane, Carlos F. Balerdi and Michael S. Orfanedes, discusses the numerous varieties of tropical and subtropical fruits that can be grown in the home landscape as alternatives to citrus. This version reflects the current situation with respect to citrus disease threats and alters the recommendation for two fruit crops that are considered invasive in south Florida. Included in the Master Gardener Handbook. Published by the UF Horticultural Sciences Department, October 2005.
HS 812/MG373: Tropical and Subtropical Fruit Crops for the Home Landscape: Alternatives to Citrus (ufl.edu)
Lightning & Sailboats
Authors: Thomson Ewen M.
Published: September 2021

Now available online! SGEB-17, a 9-page illustrated bulletin by Ewen M. Thomson, describes the physics of lightning at a layman's level, discusses how a lightning protection system is supposed to work, and explains some of the technical details necessary for the correct installation of a protection system. Published by Florida Sea Grant, University of Florida, July 1992. Reviewed and approved for EDIS July 2006.
Weed Control in Bulb Crops (Onion, Leek, Garlic, Shallot)
Authors: Stall William M.
Published: September 2021

Revised! HS-193, a 3-page fact sheet by William M. Stall, describes effective weed management techniques for onions, leek, garlic, and shallots in Florida and provides a table of listing herbicides available to growers for chemical weed control of bulb crops. This publication updates the 2003 tables to reflect current recommendations. Published by the UF Department of Horticultural Sciences, October 2006.
HS193/WG033: Weed Management in Bulb Crops (Onion, Leek, Garlic, Shallot) (ufl.edu)
Weed Control in Sweet Potato
Authors: Stall William M.
Published: September 2021

Revised! HS-198, a 3-page fact sheet by William M. Stall, describes effective weed management practices for sweet potato in Florida and provides a table of listing herbicides available to growers for chemical weed control. This publication updates the 2003 table to reflect current recommendations. Published by the UF Department of Horticultural Sciences, October 2006.
HS198/WG039: Weed Management in Sweet Potato (ufl.edu)
Instructional design: How to design the expected learning outcomes of students?
Authors: Kuznetsov A. A. , Chernobay E. V.
Published: September 2021

The article is devoted to current issues of lesson design based on student expected learning outcomes. One of the distinctive features of recently approved new Federal State Educational Standards for primary and basic general education is refined and detailed requirements for the expected educational outcomes. In this regard, tools for the teacher to develop those outcomes in order to plan a lesson or a study course in a logical way taking into account the educational interests of students are in dire need. The authors of the article consider the Understanding by Design model as such a tool, since this framework makes it possible to design learning outcomes (distinguishing between understanding, acquisition and transfer goals) and direct the learning process towards desired results. The article provides theoretical foundations for the development of an instructional design model, examines the stages of the design of learning outcomes, the selection of study activities and the identification of teaching strategies. A description of the first stage of design — the design of the expected learning outcomes according to different facets of understanding and of the acquisition and transfer goals — is given in detail.
What future for digital homework: Literature review
Authors: Efimova E. A.
Published: September 2021

Digital homework today is an observable fact of school practice, which resulted from the distance learning experience during the COVID-19 pandemic and the development of online platforms that provide EdTech products of this kind. Yet, not enough reflection of this issue has happened so far. The article attempts to summarise recent research on homework to answer the question: what kind of digital homework has the potential to improve teaching and learning? First, the article compares research findings on the effect of homework and homework-related teaching practices to outline deficiencies in three aspects of homework: the quality of homework, the quality of feedback, and autonomy support. Then it demonstrates digital homework variability using the SAMR model. Finally, the author suggests solutions for three named aspects of homework on different levels of the SAMR model. For homework quality, higher levels of technology integration bring new task designs and more complex learning objectives. For feedback quality, it means being able to collect and employ learning data which was impossible earlier. For autonomy support, it makes homework relevant to students’ goals and interests. Recommendations provided might be helpful for the design and development of new educational technologies, as well as for better use of digital homework in teaching practice.
КОРОТКО ПРО РОЗВИТОК ЖАНРУ ЧИКЛІТ НА МАТЕРІАЛІ ТВОРІВ НАТАЛКИ СНЯДАНКО ТА СВІТЛАНИ ПИРКАЛО
Authors: Гайніґова Лінда
Published: September 2021

У статті досліджується ґенеза цього подекуди нового жанру популярної літератури, який з’явився перший раз у дев’яностих роках в англомовній літературі («Щоденник Бріджит Джонс» з року 1996 британської авторки Гелен Філдінг), та описується його прояв у сучасній українській, популярній прозі для жінок. Здійснено аналіз наукових праць, які досліджують жанр чикліт (світова рецепція жанру, статті українських дослідниць). Ключова частина статті виходить з аналізу вибраних популярних жіночих творів українських авторок нового тисячоліття, зокрема романів Світлани Пиркало («Зелена Маргарита», «Не думай про червоне: Роман не для молодшого шкільного віку») та Наталки Сняданко («Колекція пристрастей, або Пригоди молодої українки»), під оглядом рис, типових для жанру чикліт і відношення цих творів до фемінізму та постфемінізму.
ПРОБЛЕМНІ ПИТАННЯ ПРИ ДОСЛІДЖЕННІ ДОКУМЕНТІВ ЗІ ЗМІНЕНИМ ЗМІСТОМ ТЕКСТУ
Authors: Самойлова Ольга , Печерська Ірина
Published: September 2021

Документи різного вигляду та змісту відносяться до об’єктів, які найчастіше надаються на криміналістичне дослідження. Це пояснюється широким застосуванням їх в різних сферах діяльності людини та поширеним використанням в злочинних цілях. Однією з обов’язкових вимог до документу є закріплення його змісту у письмовому вигляді, що може бути виконано рукописним, друкованим або іншим способом, а також за допомогою технічних засобів. Документи – це речові докази, які є носіями матеріальних слідів злочину та інформації про злочинця, тому вони можуть бути використані для розслідування та розкриття злочинів, покарання винних. Дослідження цінних паперів, документів та грошових знаків – один з найбільш складних видів техніко-криміналістичного дослідження, яке потребує застосування різноманітних спеціальних знань. Під час дослідження цих документів, судовий експерт виділяє, вивчає та оцінює ознаки, які характеризують об’єкти дослідження. У зв’язку з цим для проведенням всебічного, повного та об’єктивного дослідження судовому експерту-криміналісту необхідно володіти системними та глибокими знаннями у різних галузях науки та техніки, щоб встановлювати способи та ознаки підробки.
АНАЛІЗ І ОЦІНКА ІНФЛЯЦІЙНИХ ПРОЦЕСІВ В УКРАЇНІ
Authors: Богач Олена , Клименко Тетяна
Published: September 2021

Актуальність теми дослідження полягає в тому, що знецінення гривні підриває конкурентоспроможність економіки України. На сьогоднішній день рівень інфляції є одним з найважливіших показників розвитку економіки. Падіння курсу гривні щодо вільноконвертованих валют вже вплинуло на найбільш чутливі до коливань валют сегменти споживчого ринку. Інфляційні процеси призводять до глибоких змін і зачіпають всі сторони соціально-економічного розвитку країни. Зниження темпу інфляції сприяє нормалізації структури внутрішнього попиту, перетворюючи його в фактор розвитку вітчизняних підприємств замість скупки нерухомості, іноземної валюти, землі. Стабілізація купівельної спроможності гривні необхідна для зміцнення грошової системи як форми організації грошового обігу, поліпшення якості грошей і виконуваних ними функцій. В мінімізації інфляційних процесів окрему важливу роль відіграє Національний банк України. Його грошово-кредитна політика спрямована на стабілізацію валютного курсу.
ЕМІСІЙНА ПОЛІТИКА КОРПОРАЦІЙ
Authors: Кнір Марія , Ковальчук Ігор
Published: September 2021

Розглядається місце емісійної політики у системі фінансово-економічного забезпечення корпоративного управління. Представлено механізм фінансово-економічної підтримки корпоративного управління. Розглянуто механізм формування емісійної політики компанії, а також особливості реалізації емісійних заходів на кожному з її етапів. Проаналізовано активність корпорацій у збільшенні статутного капіталу на фондовому ринку та відстежено механізм реалізації фінансових інструментів, що використовуються при реалізації заходів емісійної політики, а також цілей, які акціонерне товариство переслідує при їх реалізації. описано. Розвиток ринкових відносин у компанії призвів до появи низки нових економічних об'єктів обліку та аналізу. Одним з них є капітал компанії як найважливіша економічна категорія і особливо власний капітал. Фінансова політика компанії є ключовим моментом для збільшення темпів її економічного потенціалу в умовах ринкової економіки з її жорсткою конкуренцією.
ЗМІСТ І ФУНКЦІЯ РЕЛІГІЙНОГО МИСТЕЦТВА
Authors: Якуніна Катерина
Published: September 2021

У статті пропонуєьтся аналіз змісту на функціонального навантаження поняття «Релігійне мистецтво». Становлячи окремий вид мистецтва, релігійне мистецтво характеризується строгою канонічністю та обмеженістю, що не лише звужує сферу діяльності автора, а й стає найвищим показником його вмінь та навичок. Мистецтвознавці й історики відзначають: в історії культури не існувало всеохоплюючого стилю в мистецтві, що виникло поза релігією. Питання релігійного мистецтва науковці найчастіше пов’язують із проблемами впливу канонів та догм на формування образів і сюжетів у творчості художників, письменників, архітекторів; або творчого підходу до розуміння того чи іншого явища релігії, що використовується при богослужінні, проповідях та ін. За таких умов багатоманітність та неузгодженність підходів у дослідженні релігійного мистецтвайого ж і актуалізує.
Using Photovoice to Explore Teenagers’ Public Transit Experiences in a Suburban City
Authors: Alarasi Haifa , Buliung Ron
Published: September 2021

For many children, the transition to adolescence coincides with the expansion of everyday activities with teenagers taking up transit use to facilitate greater independent mobility and spatial exploration. This paper describes a photovoice exploration of public transit travel of 28 teenagers, 13 to 19 years of age, in Mississauga, Canada. The recorded experiences are grouped under four themes: access; safety; comfort and flexibility; and activity stacking. Findings may offer insights into local transport policies aimed at improving level of service for teenagers and other patrons including reduced group fares, design improvements, and onboard Wi-Fi connectivity.
«ДОКТРИНА ГЕРАСИМОВА»: «КЕРОВАНИЙ ХАОС» У ВОЄННІЙ ТЕОРІЇ ЕПОХИ ПОСТМОДЕРНУ
Authors: Гула Руслан , Голота Анатолій
Published: September 2021

Вивчення проблематики інформаційної політики України зумовлене завданнями наукового осмислення її як однієї з важливих детермінант зовнішньої та внутрішньої політики держави в контексті її оптимізації та ефективності в умовах інформаційно-психологічного та військового протиборства з РФ на сході держави. Розвиток подій 2014–2020 рр. на теренах України свідчить про системну реалізацію завдань «доктрини Герасимова» у практиці бойового застосування, використання інформаційного тиску, економічних важелів. Метою статті є розкриття сутності поглядів воєнно-політичного керівництва Росії у вигляді їхнього концептуального бачення розвитку воєнної теорії постмодерну в сучасних умовах.
Ключові слова: «доктрина Герасимова», воєнно-політичне керівництво, гібридна війна, війна на Сході України, окупація Криму.
ПОЧАТОК ФОРМУВАННЯ ПІДВОДНИХ СИЛ ФЛОТУ РОСІЙСЬКОЇ ІМПЕРІЇ НА ЧОРНОМУ МОРІ
Authors: Соколюк Сергій
Published: September 2021

У статті проаналізовано передумови та процес формування підводних сил Російської імперії на Чорному морі. Зазначено, що після завершення російсько-японської війни 1904–1905 рр. урядом та військовим керівництвом було проведено низку реформ, спрямованих на відновлення та зміцнення оборонних спроможностей держави, зокрема, створення у червні 1905 р. Ради державної оборони та Морського Генерального штабу, підсумком діяльності якого стало досягнення вагомих результатів у справі відродження флоту, упорядкування його організації та підвищення рівня бойової підготовки, а також розробка положень військово-морської теорії та більш досконалих методів використання зброї, зокрема, було створено підводні сили на Чорному морі.
Ключові слова: підводні сили, підводні човни, випробування, бойова підготовка, бойовий склад флоту, Загін підводного плавання, дивізіон підводних човнів.
ҐЕНЕЗА ТА ЗАСТОСУВАННЯ ЗАПАЛЮВАЛЬНОЇ ЗБРОЇ: ВІД ДАВНИНИ ДО ХХ ст
Authors: Шевченко Олексій
Published: September 2021

У статті висвітлено еволюцію запалювальної зброї та узагальнено світовий досвід застосування сухопутних і морських запалювальних засобів у війнах від давнини до ХХ ст. Досліджено передумови виникнення запалювальної зброї, розвиток запалювальних засобів сухопутних військ і військово-морських сил у різні історичні періоди, зокрема у давні (античні) часи, Середньовіччі та у Новий час, розкрито їх властивості та вплив на розвиток воєнного мистецтва. Показано окремі епізоди застосування запалювальних засобів у війнах Київської Русі з Візантією й у міжусобних війнах на теренах України. У праці зазначається, що дослідження ґенези запалювальної зброї та її застосування у воєнних конфліктах є важливим для української воєнно-історичної науки.
Ключові слова: запалювальна зброя, вогнеметна зброя, запалювальна речовина, «грецький вогонь», терміт.
التحوّل الدلاليّ في الكلمات العربيّة المقترضة في اللغة الملايويّة: أشكال وأسباب
Authors: Musling Mohd Nizwan
Published: September 2021

The coming of Islam to Malaysia has recorded a human civilization in various areas, including loanword. However, this loanword was not going on one fixed line, as the reality of the Malay Language is subjected to phonetic and morphology changes as well as semantics to satisfy the needs of Malaysians in their personal and social lives. Therefore, this study aims to investigate the forms of semantic change of Arabic loan words in the Malay language, by relying on the descriptive-analytical, historical, and contrastive approach. The results of the study revealed the semantic change in Arabic loan words in the Malay language found in five forms: hyperbole, meiosis, widening, narrowing, and metaphor/metonymy. The factors leading to these semantic shifts can be attributed to the emergence of the urgent need for a new word or a word better than others to express the intended meaning and keep pace with social and cultural development, semantic deviation, customs and traditions practised by Malaysian people.
الكلمات العربية المقترضة في اللغة الملايوية لم تكن تسير على مسار واحد جامد، بل يشهد واقع اللّسان الملايويّ أنَّه يتعرّض حين التواصل والتداول لكثير من التحوّلات الصوتيّة والصرفيّة والدلاليّة. ولذا، فإنَّ البحث يسعى إلى الكشف عن أشكال التحول الدلاليّ في الكلمات العربيّة المقترضة في اللغة الملايويّة، بالاعتماد على المنهج الوصفيّ التحليليّ التاريخيّ التقابليّ. وأظهرت نتائج البحث أنّ بعض الكلمات المقترضة هذه ارتقت دلالتها من الدلالة الوضيعة نسبيًّا نحو كلمة (مَفْتُوحَة) التي كانت بالعربية الاجتماعيّة تطلق على الفتاة التي فقدت بكرها قبل زواجها، ثم تحوّلت دلالياً إيجابياً في الملايوية إلى اسم الفتاة التي يفتح الله عليها أبواب العلم. وبعضها الآخر حدث فيها انحطاط الدلالة. ثم توسَّعت دلالة الكلمة من معناها الخاص إلى معنى عام ككلمة (دَيُّوث) التي تفيد كل عمل رذيل. ثم تخصّصت الدلالة من العام إلى الخاص ككلمة (جمهور) المختصة بجماعة العلماء المسلمين، ثم انتقلت الكلمة من دلالتها القديمة إلى دلالات أخرى جديدة سواء أكانت ما بينهما علاقة مشابهة، أم غير مشابهة. ويمكن عزو العوامل في هذه التحوّلات الدلاليّة إلى ظهور الحاجة الملحّة إلى كلمة جديدة أقدر من غيرها على التعبير عن المقصود، ثم مواكبة التطوُّر الاجتماعيّ والثقافيّ، والانحراف الدلاليّ، وكذلك العادات والتقاليد الماليزية.