bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Change in the forms of metals during photochemical oxidation of organo-mineral compounds in swamp and river waters
Authors: Aleshina A. R. , Drozdova O. Yu. , Lapitskiy S. A.
Published: December 2022

The interaction of organic matter with metal ions plays a key role in the migration of metals in aquatic ecosystems, the formation of natural water quality, toxicity and bioavailability of metals. Sunlight irradiation of swamp and river waters transforms dissolved organic matter, degrading it to low molecular weight compounds up to mineralization and simultaneously coagulating compounds >0.22 μm. As a result of the reduction and subsequent oxidation of Fe, as well as changes in its bond with organic matter, the formation of hydroxides of Fe(III) occurs. These hydroxides can form large, stabilized by organic ligands organo-mineral compounds >0.22 μm, with which Mn, Co, Cd can co-precipitate.
Oleg Alexandrovich Mazarovich — representative of one of the famous geological dynasties of Russia (on the 100th anniversary of his birth)
Authors: Mazarovich A. O. , Tveritinova T. Yu. , Gushchin A. I.
Published: December 2022

The biography and scientific achievements of Oleg Alexandrovich Mazarovich, Professor of the Department of Historical and Regional and the Department of Geology of Russia of the Geological Faculty of Moscow State University, a representative of the Russian geological dynasty Mazarovich, are considered.
Regularities of distribution of particulation types of modern bottom sediments and organic carbon by depth in the western part of the Barents sea
Authors: Syromyatnikov K. V. , Gabdullin R. R.
Published: December 2022

In this article, the possibilities of statistical analysis methods were demonstrated on the example of studying modern bottom sediments in the western part of the Barents Sea. As a result of cluster and dispersion analyses, regularities in the distribution of granulometric types of modern bottom sediments and organic carbon dissolved in them with depth within the sublittoral and bathyal zones of the sea were established. Based on the results obtained, it was concluded that the size distribution of sediments was due to the mechanical differentiation of sedimentary material as it was transported by sea currents, as well as the distance from the main sources of drift — Novaya Zemlya, the Kola Peninsula and Svalbard. At the same time, the accumulation of organic carbon in bottom sediments was associated with the peculiarities of the distribution of communities of marine organisms within the considered facies zones. The high content of organic carbon in the bathyal zone of the sea was associated with an increase in primary productivity here, as well as with the transfer by sea currents of the accumulated biogenic material of the littoral and sublittoral zones towards the bathyal.
Paleomagnetism of Tarkhanian sediments of the section Skelya (Kerch Peninsula)
Authors: Pilipenko O. V. , Rostovtseva Yu. V. , Salnaia N. V.
Published: December 2022

With the goal to correlate the magnetostratigraphic data of the Eastern Paratethys obtained by researchers in different years a rockmagnetic and paleomagnetic investigations of the Tarkhanian sediments of the Skelya section was carried out. The main carrier of the natural remanent magnetization is titanomagnetite in the Argunian beds of the Tarkhanian regional stage; in addition to titanomagnetite there is iron sulfide (monoclinic pyrrhotite and/or greigite) in the deposits of the Terskian and Kuvinian beds. The paleomagnetic fold test of natural remanent magnetization directions, recorded in the rocks of the Argunian beds, is positive, which indicates a pre-folding age of the magnetization formation. A comparison with the magnetochronological scale GTS 2020 shows that the normal polarity interval in the lower part of the Argunian beds can presumably be compared with the С5Bn chron. The reversal polarity interval in the upper part of the Argunian beds is with C5ADr. The age of the С5Bn/C5ADr boundary can be estimated as ~14.7 Ma.
Diamonds of the Ebelakh placer (Anabar, Yakutia): new data on the division by primary sources
Authors: Vyatkin S. V. , Kriulina G Y. , Garanin V. K.
Published: December 2022

Based on the data obtained during the study of a representative collection of diamonds of the Ebelah placer by morphological analysis, luminescence, IR and EPR methods, a scheme for dividing crystals into three groups, presumably related to the primary sources of diamonds, is proposed. The separation is based on the statistical distribution of diamonds in the collection according to the content of A (IR) centers; the validity of the allocation of three groups is confirmed by the revealed differences in crystals of these groups in a significant part of typomorphic features, including habitus, surface morphology, color, visual luminescence, the presence of twins and accretions, the degree of mechanical wear, etc.
Features of the trace element composition of carbonaceous formations
Authors: Punanova S. A.
Published: December 2022

On the example of carbon-bearing formations, the concentration of a complex of trace elements in them is estimated. Examples are given of the distribution of productive continuous reservoirs in the Ordos (China), AustinChok, Bakken (USA) basins, as well as in the Domanik deposits of the Volga-Ural oil and gas basin. The features of the formations, namely the large length of the productive intervals of the section introduced into development during horizontal drilling, as well as the high concentration of ore metals and other environmentally hazardous chemical elements both in the shale deposits themselves and in shale oil, require a new approach to the study of shale deposits in all stages of geological exploration.
Physical modeling of the interaction between the spreading ridge and the large Kerguelen igneous province
Authors: Agranov G. D. , Dubinin E. P. , Grokholsky A. L.
Published: December 2022

The problem of the interaction of spreading ridges with large igneous provinces is widely discussed in the scientific literature. The most striking and well-preserved example of such interaction in the geological past is the “collision” of the Southeast Indian spreading ridge and the Kerguelen plateau, which occurred about 43 Maago. The consequence of this event was the division of a single Kerguelen plateau into two parts: in fact, the Kerguelen plateau and the Broken ridge. The conditions for the formation of these morphostructures were studied experimentally. The paper presents the results of modeling the interaction of a spreading ridge with a large igneous province. The experimental results correlate well with geological and geophysical data and with the proposed model for the development of this region.
Regularities of the structure of the Mozyr salt cryptodiapir (Gomel region of Republic Belarus)
Authors: Zykov D. S. , Poleshchuk A. V. , Kotova E. A. , Agibalov A. O. , Manuilova E. A. , Khmarenko A. A.
Published: December 2022

According to drilling data, the internal structure of the Mozyr salt cryptodiapir has been reconstructed, the main elements of which are strongly compressed folds with radially arranged layers on the wings, complicating domes and inter-dome depressions, flexures. A high degree of interrelation between the modern relief and the cryptodiapir roof buried at a depth of several hundred meters has been established. It is explained by the continued mobility of salts at the present stage. This feature allows us to supplement the structural and geological data with the results of morphostructural analysis of the relief and to identify certain elements of order in the structure of the Mozyr dome.
A new sulfamate Cu3(OH)5[SO3(NH2)], a product of the anthropogene alteration of copper sulfides
Authors: Zubkova N. V. , Pekov I. V. , Chukanov N. V. , Ksenofontov D. A. , Yapaskurt V. O. , Britvin S. N. , Pushcharovsky D. Yu.
Published: December 2022

A new basic copper sulfamate Cu3(OH)5[SO3(NH2)] of the anthropogene origin from the oxidation zone of the Murzinskoe gold deposit (Altai Krai, Russia) has been characterized with XRD and IR spectroscopy. This compound has not natural or synthetic analogue and represents a novel structure type. It is monoclinic, space group P21/c, a = 7.5817(4); b = 5.9823(3); c = 17.0084(8) Å; = 99.140(5)°; V = 761.63(7) Å3 ; Z = 4. The crystal structure of this sulfamate (R = 4.91%) is based on the distorted brucite-type layers built by Cu2+-centred octahedra of three different types: CuO2(OH)4, Cu(OH)6 and CuO(OH)5. Isolated from each other SO3NH2 tetrahedra are linked to the layers from both sides. The neighboring heteropolyhedral layers formed by Cu-centred octahedra and SO3NH2 tetrahedra are connected via the system of hydrogen bonds.
Tectonostratigraphy and history of geological development of North Caspian fold-thrust zone
Authors: Kunitsyna I. V. , Nikishin A. M. , Malyshev N. A. , Verzhbitsky V. E. , Kostenko O. V.
Published: December 2022

The presented article is devoted to the actual problem of regional geology — the reconstruction of the history of geological development of the Upper Paleozoic-Triassic complex in the southern part of the North Caspian. Understanding of evolution is one of the necessary conditions for improving the reliability of predicting the geological objects characteristics, the structure of which determines the possibilities for the formation of hydrocarbon accumulations. Despite the rather limited data presented mainly by 2D seismic, the authors created a tectonostratigraphic model of the region. It is based on the results of integrated interpretation of geological and geophysical information, carried out using modern methodological approaches.
Mineralogical and geochemical features of the Yoshlik deposit (Almalyk-Angren are region, Uzbekistan)
Authors: Karimova F. B. , Jumaniyazov D. I. , Usmanova Sh. V. , Tevelev A. V.
Published: December 2022

The article presents the mineralogical and geochemical features of the types and grades of ores of the Yоshlik copper-molybdenum deposit. Chemical, mass spectrometric results of analyses of the selected samples are given. Ore minerals and their structural and textural features are established in the description of the anschlifs. The formation of the Yоshlik deposit is associated with small intrusions of diorites and mainly monzodiorites and monzonites, since it is polychronous and polyformational like other copper-porphyry objects of the Almalyk ore region. There is a possible connection between the mineralization of gold, silver and platinoids with plutonic dyke formations.
Identification of the main factors of sedimentogenesis and early diagenesis in bottom sediments of the Kara Sea based on methods of mathematical statistics
Authors: Syromyatnikov K. V. , Gabdullin R. R.
Published: December 2022

In the article, methods of mathematical statistics were used to study the processes of sedimentogenesis and early diagenesis of the surface sediments of the Kara Sea. Correlation analysis established two groups of oxides associated with certain granulometric types of deposits. As a result of applying one-way analysis of variance, the regularity of the distribution of sand, silt and pelite was established in accordance with the conditions of sedimentation based on differences between their average values. Based on these data, maps of the distribution of sand, silt, and pelite were constructed within the studied part of the Kara Sea. On the basis of statistical data, some features of the main factors of sedimentogenesis for this region were revealed. As a result of the established relationship between the Mn/Al, Mn/Fe, MnO/SiO2 ratios and depth, using a one-dimensional regression analysis, the intensity of early oxidative diagenesis within the shelf zone of the Kara Sea was studied.
The Modern Crystallography: Is It Useful for the Earth’s Sciences?
Authors: Pushcharovsky D. Yu.
Published: December 2022

Formed in XVII century at the junction between mineralogy and mathematics subsequently crystallography is considered as the science which is closer to physics, chemistry, biology and even to medicine. Due to this fact, the community, associated with the Earth’s sciences, accepts it with some restraint. The importance of the most advanced crystallographic approaches, the results obtained and the new insights which contribute the further development of the new scientific ideas about the composition and the structure of the Earth and some terrestrial planets are considered.
A Meta-analytic Study on Lnguage Use Patterns and Proper Language Use Education in the Online-untact Era
Authors:   The Korean Society of Culture and Convergence, Lee Jaehyun
Published: December 2022

With the advent of the online era in the late 20th century, the verbal-centered language life, which had been maintained for thousands of years, has been promoted to use both oral and written language, furthermore, to transform into a written situation online. The COVID-19 pandemic has added an untact situation to the language use environment in addition to online. Online and untact created a new language use environment that can be called ontact. In this paper, based on the results of previous researches on online language use in ontact situations, I tried to suggest educational methods related to desirable language activities and communication. I tried to apply the educational methods found there meta-apply, focusing mainly on papers that conducted research on the online language use of college students who are familiar with and live in the online environment. If college students recognize the problem of language use in the online environment and try to overcome it, they will be able to live a good language life in an online-untact language use environment.
A Study of the Modes and Characteristics of Using Song Narratives in the Animation  (2017): The Songs 'La Llorona' and 'Remember me' as Examples
Authors:   The Korean Society of Culture and Convergence, Zang Bailing
Published: December 2022

To examine the pattern and characteristics of the animation Coco by song narratives in the article, the song La Llorona with a prototype of folk song and the original theme song Remember me was taken as object of study. The applied pattern of animation music was analyzed based on the music theory of John D. White. It was found that two songs were narrative with micro-musical motives, meso-melodic phrases, and macro-complete music combined with images. The results demonstrated that It is the most prominent feature and novelty of the narrative system in the Animation Coco.
Comparative Study on Refusal Speech Act Strategies of Korean and Chinese College Students According to the Existence or Absence of Objective Reasons
Authors:   The Korean Society of Culture and Convergence, Wang Zongqi , Kim Seong Ju
Published: December 2022

The purpose of this paper is to discuss the commonalities and differences between the KCS and CCS two groups' rejection speech act strategy, the internal group rejection speech act strategy, and the perceptions of the two groups, focusing on the presence or absence of objective reasons. As a result of the study, first, overall, KCS prefers a 'non-deterministic refusal' strategy, whereas CCS prefers a 'deterministic refusal' strategy. Second, in DCT1 and DCT2, KCS and CCS have different rejection strategies depending on the situation. Third, if you look at the difference in rejection strategies within KCS and CCS, depending on whether there are objective reasons, the difference is clearly revealed when rejecting requests from [friendly, superior], [friendly, equal], and [not friendly, equal]. Through post-interview interviews, KCS and CCS have different perceptions of status such as 'close senior', 'close friend', and 'unfriendly classmate'.
Culture & Arts Education in Metaverse Era
Authors:   The Korean Society of Culture and Convergence, Kim Jinwook , Song Dongkeun
Published: December 2022

The most popular digital concept due to the recent development of digital technology is 'metaverse'. In particular, these days, when non-face-to-face communication methods are desperately needed due to the post-corona era, the concept of metaverse has come very close to us and is causing a syndrome. Metaverse is a cutting-edge technology of digital technology that changes the paradigm of communication and relationships in the present age and is a concept that is very suitable for the post-corona era. In this study, the applicability of Culture and Arts Education in the metaverse era was suggested as follows. First, virtual reality technology can be used as a mechanism to expand cultural and artistic experiences and trial. Second, the expressive activity of learners through virtual reality can improve media utilization ability and foster empathy through storytelling composition work. Third, virtual reality can be used as a method of building tools and materials for observation, exploration, and appreciation of objects. Lastly, virtual reality technology can construct and build various virtual worlds.
A Study on the Teaching and Learning of Argumental Writing Using Peer Guidance Learning
Authors:   The Korean Society of Culture and Convergence, Park Soeun
Published: December 2022

In this study, we designed teaching and learning of argumentative writing using peersupervised learning and sought the possibility of peer-supervised learning effects based on learner performance. We tried to explore meaningful results in writing teaching and learning by specifically setting and guiding each process of writing and suggesting how peer supervised learning takes place according to each stage and how it affects the direction of writing development. The principle of peer-supervised learning was accordingly proposed, and based on this, writing teaching and learning were designed and applied to actual classes, so that argumentative writing using peer guidance could be achieved. In general, fellow learners sympathized with the positive results of the applied step-by-step writing, but also suggested critical points about whether the content could reveal the subject well, along with what needs to be supplemented and unnecessary. Overall, meaningful points were made considering the content, form, and expression, and it was judged that their map contents helped writing.
A Study on the Postcolonialistic Characters in Lee Ho-cheol's Novel “Sosimin”
Authors:   The Korean Society of Culture and Convergence, Yang Hanjin
Published: December 2022

Postcolonialism can be said to be an attempt to reveal the contradictions and falsehoods of the colonialist governance system. Korea experienced an early democratic society through rapid changes after liberation. However, Korea also experiences confusion of values due to the war. U.S. economic aid and hatred of communism make small citizens Subalterns in the 1950s. This study summarizes the class characteristics of the characters in Lee Ho-chul's novel “Sosimin” and examines how the characters are silent as Subalterns. And by looking at the characters' realistic response patterns, we examine how various response methods affect the person's future. As a result, the characters in the novel eventually die or become small citizens. On the other hand, only “Cheonan Sagsi” breaks away from Subalternity and leads a decent life. Lee Ho-cheol shows his reflection on the lethargic individual of the 1950s through “Sosimin,” but on the other hand, he wants to find a solution to the chaotic situation in the 1960s from his helpless experience.
The Fusion Effect of Math and Music in the Movie
Authors:   The Korean Society of Culture and Convergence, Kim Youngsun , Kim Taesoo
Published: December 2022

 is a film that reveals the anguish of a genius mathematician who lives with the psychological burden in the ideological reality of politics and society in the Cold War era. Fantasy characters form a multiplicity in the real space and balance points are found, and variations of film music can be explored from the calculus perspective, but they have not received much attention as the subject of discussion. Constructing the table from the prisoner's dilemma reveals a choice that favors real-world characters for all of Nash's strategies. Film music that is selectively varied and harmonized with the narrative can be considered through multivariate calculus of mathematics. The purpose of this paper is to explore the narrative image in  from the perspective of Nash equilibrium and manifold theory, and to analyze film music. It has the significance of presenting a method for film interpretation that combines mathematics and music by presenting a methodology for image analysis using mathematical theory and film music and showing improvement plans.
Artistic Aesthetics Shown in Historical Novels by Akutagawa: Focusing on Debates of ‘truthful history’ and ‘beautiful history’ Surrounding 『Saigo Tkamori』
Authors:   The Korean Society of Culture and Convergence, Im Manho
Published: December 2022

This study examined fictionality of historical description and art(novel writing) superiority shown in ‘truthful history’ and ‘beautiful history’ from a viewpoint of Heinrich Rickert’s 『history and art』 by focusing on 『Saigo Takamori』 published in 1918. An old gentleman, the main character in the work of art, argues that no one knows the historical truth as the objective descriptions such as ‘truthful history’ through the historical facts are impossible. And he emphasizes an artistic and aesthetic value by expressing ‘surprising sights’ through the description of ‘beautiful history’ if so. It is this that is Akutagawa Ryunosuke’s purpose of creating historical novels and his own way of looking at the historical facts, that is, the distinguishing features from other historical novels as the independent view of history and art.
Development and Effectiveness Analysis of Dropout Prevention Program for Freshmen at Regional Universities: Focusing on the Case of S University
Authors:   The Korean Society of Culture and Convergence, Baek Eunju
Published: December 2022

The purpose of this study is to verify the development and effectiveness of a program to support college freshmen's adaptation to college life and prevent dropouts. The program was developed based on the ADDIE model, and after expert review, textbooks for each week were developed for program operation. The developed program was conducted for 7 weeks immediately after the midterm exam, with an emphasis on psychological/ emotional and college learning adaptation to support the integrated college life adaptation support of freshmen. As a result, it was found that academic self-efficacy was improved in both the first and second semesters. Based on these research results, practical suggestions were made, such as developing a program to prevent dropouts by supporting freshmen's adaptation to university life, and checking their results.
A Phenomenological Study of Identity Re-establishment Through Marital Conflict Experiences of Middle-class Middle-aged Women in Their 50s
Authors:   The Korean Society of Culture and Convergence, Yi Kyounghwa
Published: December 2022

This study is a phenomenological study on the re-establishment of identity through marital conflict experiences of middle-class middle-aged women in their 50s. In order to phenomenologically analyze the marital conflict experience of middle-class middle-aged women in their 50s, five research participants who understood and agreed to the research purpose were selected. The criteria for selecting study participants were 50-59 years old, middle class, and marriage duration of more than 15 years, and the interview was conducted for 60 minutes per session in a total of 5 sessions. Data collection and analysis is a phenomenological research method through Colaizzi's analysis method. The purpose of this study is to find the meaning of the positive element of giving a new identity by trying to change the perspective for the re-establishment of the relationship by freeing the participants from the negative experiences of marital conflict and the negative emotions of the marital relationship. Based on this study, it can be used as basic data for middle-aged women to understand marital relationships and provide clinical practice cases about the marital counseling process and counseling effects for conflict resolution plans.
Proposal of Teaching Techniques for Reflective Writing Linked to Extracurricular Activities: Focusing on the ‘One Day Trip’ Program
Authors:   The Korean Society of Culture and Convergence, Choi Jonghwan
Published: December 2022

The purpose of this study is to suggest a method to help learners understand the world differently than before by activating their communication skills. This technique improves communication skills needed for freshmen rather than improving academic writing skills. And this technique doubles the efficacy of reflective writing, which is naturally raised in the process. The key to this technique is to have them design a ‘one-day group trip’ and go to the actual destination. This method was derived from the process of linking Kyung Hee University's 'Writing for Me' technique (focused on reflective writing activities) with Kangwon University's 'Writing and Speaking' (focused on creativity and communication). Learners who have visited the travel destination designed by themselves write a new feling with themselves. As a result, they understand themselves and the world in a different way than before. This goes beyond the limitations of reflective writing, which has been focused on imaginative practice.
The Meaning of Desire in Women's Costume in the Late Joseon Dynasty
Authors:   The Korean Society of Culture and Convergence, Kim Sohee
Published: December 2022

This research lays its objective in going over eroticism which came out from the core of suppression upon desire in late Joseon dynasty era and the meaning of desire expressed in late Joseon women’s costume. The results are as following. First, late Joseon is a Confucianism-oriented country and had strict hierarchical division and this era was very inferior enough to suppress women’s lives. Second, as it approached to the last half of Joseon, women attempted to expose part of their bodies unlike previous half, and they revealed their sensuality with tight Jeogori and full-flowing skirt. Women in Joseon made themselves owners of themselves as well as expressed other’s desire using their costume image in the era of self-control and suppression, and they also expressed eroticism, desire for power, desire for self-display.
A Study on the Meaning of the Role of Tour Guides Evaluated by Tourists in Package Travel Products: Focused on Travel Reviews
Authors:   The Korean Society of Culture and Convergence, Kim Jongsang
Published: December 2022

The purpose of this paper is to find and examine the meaning of the role of a tour guide from travel reviews. What is noteworthy from the results is that, first, it was found that the 'tour guide's role' in package tours was mostly focused on effectively adjusting the travel schedule or maintaining a pleasant and pleasant group atmosphere. Second, the role of the tour guide was found to be working in the process of resolving the 'hard and arduous process' of the package, including tight schedules, traffic congestion, weather changes, and conflicts. It can be inferred that, through performing this role, tourists can trust the tour guide and gain 'unforgettable impressions and memories'.
Analysis of Human Resource Needs for the Government of Tulung Village, Sampung Sub-district, Ponorogo Regency
Authors: Hilman Yusuf Adam , Khoirurrosyidin Khoirurrosyidin , Ridho Irvan Nur
Published: December 2022

This research aims to map and analyze human resources needs in Tulung Village, Sampung Sub-district, Ponorogo Regency, based on law number (No) 6 of 2014. It uses descriptive and qualitative design to obtain primary and secondary data through interviews and documents, while triangulation obtained validity. The results showed that the average age of the village apparatus was around 33%, below 36-40. The replacement should be prepared because the impact on performance and mastery of technology is limited, and the distribution of education levels from senior high school is 62%. Therefore, skills improvement, educational level, and additional skills are needed to improve village apparatus.

Keywords: Village Apparatus; Good Governance; Human Resources

 

Abstrak

Kajian ini bertujuan untuk melakukan analisis kebutuhan SDM Pemerintahan di Desa Tulung, Kecamatan Sampung, Kabupaten Ponorogo berdasarkan regulasi atau undang-undang nomor 6 tahun 2014. Penelitian ini berjenis deskriptif kualitatif, dengan sumber data yang diperoleh dari hasil wawancara dan juga dokumen, peneliti melakukan uji triangulasi untuk memperoleh keabsahan data. Hasil penelitian memperlihatkan bahwa perangkat desa yang berusia diatas 36-40 tahun sebanyak 33%, selain itu sebesar 62% perangkat desa lulusan Sekolah Menengah Atas, kemudian dari hasil wawancara dengan perangkat desa mereka menyatakan banyak kesulitan dalam upaya beradaptasi dengan kemutahiran teknologi, yang menggangu kinerja, kondisi ini harus di sikapi dengan melakukan persiapan penggantian perangkat desa yang sudah menginjak purna sesuai amanat undang-undang, sehingga akan memperoleh kandidat perangkat yang sesuai dengan kebutuhan lembaga, selain itu ada beberapa usulan dari pemerintah desa terkait update tambahan keterampilan, supaya dapat meningkatkan kecakapan apparat desa.

Kata kunci: Perangkat Desa; Good Governance; Sumber Daya Manusia
The Effect of Violent Conflict on the Socioeconomic Condition of Households in Nigeria: The Case of Kaduna State
Authors: Tuki Daniel
Published: December 2022

The incidence and intensity of violent conflict in Nigeria have been rising steadily since 2016. However, the states across the country are not equally affected. Moreover, the nature of the conflicts and the conditions under which they occur vary across Nigeria’s states. Relying on novel survey data that was collected from Kaduna, the second state most affected by violent conflict in Nigeria, this study examines the effect that exposure to violent conflict has on the socioeconomic condition of households. The instrumental variable regressions show that violent conflict worsens the socioeconomic condition of households. A unit increase in the number of violent conflicts within the 30km buffer around the dwellings of the households increases the likelihood of them being unable to meet their food needs by 0.3 percent. This finding is robust to alternative data, buffer sizes, and estimation techniques.
A Modification of the Cross-Industry Location Quotient for Projecting Sub-Territorial Input-Output Tables
Authors: Sánchez-Chóez Napoleón Guillermo , Pereira-López Xesús , Fernández-Fernández Melchor
Published: December 2022

Economic accounts at sub-territorial level are projected primarily through Location Quotients (LQ). The degrees of sectoral specialisation at this level will therefore be key in spatial projections. This article advocates rectified use of the Cross-Industry Location Quotient (CILQ). Indirectly, the aim is to check to what extent CILQs are well exploited, given that they are the fundamental reference in other techniques. The input-output (IO) tables for the Euro 19 Area for 2010 and 2015 are taken as a reference for analysis purposes. A statistic is used to measure the degree of similarity between the accounting frameworks of ten countries in the Euro Area and their projections using CILQ, Flegg's formula, its augmented version, and the CILQ variant.
Cambio estructural en el sector de bienes de capital y su impacto en tres economías desarrolladas. Análisis de Coeficientes Importantes
Authors: Zárate Ricardo , Aroche Reyes Fidel , Molina del Villar Tania
Published: December 2022

Por medio del empleo de la metodología de coeficientes importantes por límites tolerables y su aplicación en el análisis de redes se analiza la función de articulación de los bienes de capital, con el conjunto de la estructura productiva y también su grado de integración con las actividades que marcan la dinámica de desarrollo de cada economía. Considerando tres países desarrollados, Japón, Alemania y Estados Unidos, entre (1985-2005), periodo en el que tuvieron lugar múltiples transformaciones, y la fragmentación y especialización productiva ha impactado a las economías en su conjunto y al sector de bienes de capital en particular.
How China escaped shock therapy The market reform debate Routledge, 2021
Authors: Núñez-García y San Miguel-Pérez Manuel
Published: December 2022

Recensión del mejor estudio realizado hasta la fecha sobre el proceso de transición económica en China en los críticos años de las décadas de 1980 y 1990, desde la economía de inspiración maoísta hasta el sistema precursor del actual.
Ideas, intereses e instituciones en la reforma de la fiscalidad de las empresas multinacionales
Authors: Steinberg Federico , Feás Enrique
Published: December 2022

Este artículo analiza el acuerdo de tributación global para empresas multinacionales alcanzado por el G20 en octubre de 2021, que supone un importante primer paso tanto para que las empresas multinacionales paguen los impuestos que les correspondan como para que los paraísos fiscales vean notablemente erosionado su modelo de negocio. Se apoya en el marco de análisis de economía política planteado por Hall (1997) para explicar el papel de las ideas, los intereses y las instituciones en la consecución de un acuerdo global que había sido imposible alcanzar previamente. Asimismo, detalla el contenido del acuerdo, su funcionamiento y su posible impacto económico.
Gibbs’ cycle review. Emotions as a part of the cycle
Authors: Galli Fabio , New Carl J.
Published: December 2022

The Gibbs' cycle, used in reflective practice, is a tool for self-reflection, mental wellbeing monitoring, academic learning and teaching activities, personal and professional development. It is structured in six phases: description, feelings, evaluation, conclusions, and action plan. Considering well-being and mental health as fundamental players in development paths (academic, professional, human), it becomes important to consider emotions in a new structure of the Gibbs' model. The narrative review is based on the observation of twenty manuscripts, in which the consideration and analysis of emotions in the reflective cycle was sought.
The role of SWI/SNF chromatin remodelers in the repair of DNA double strand breaks and cancer therapy
Authors: Sadek Maria , Sheth Anand , Zimmerman Grant , Hays Emily , Vélez-Cruz Renier
Published: December 2022

Switch/Sucrose non-fermenting (SWI/SNF) chromatin remodelers hydrolyze ATP to push and slide nucleosomes along the DNA thus modulating access to various genomic loci. These complexes are the most frequently mutated epigenetic regulators in human cancers. SWI/SNF complexes are well known for their function in transcription regulation, but more recent work has uncovered a role for these complexes in the repair of DNA double strand breaks (DSBs). As radiotherapy and most chemotherapeutic agents kill cancer cells by inducing double strand breaks, by identifying a role for these complexes in double strand break repair we are also identifying a DNA repair vulnerability that can be exploited therapeutically in the treatment of SWI/SNF-mutated cancers. In this review we summarize work describing the function of various SWI/SNF subunits in the repair of double strand breaks with a focus on homologous recombination repair and discuss the implication for the treatment of cancers with SWI/SNF mutations.
Significance of pleural effusion detected by metagenomic next-generation sequencing in the diagnosis of aspiration pneumonia
Authors: Zhu Ling , Hao Yuqiu , Li Wei , Shi Bingqing , Dong Hongna , Gao Peng
Published: December 2022

Objective

Using metagenomic next-generation sequencing (mNGS) to profile the bacterial pathogen of pleural infection in aspiration pneumonia for therapeutic decision-making.

Methods

Collection and analysis of the clinical and laboratory data of aspiration pneumonia patients who underwent mNGS detection of pleural effusion at the Second Hospital of Jilin University from November 2020 and March 2022.

Results

Nine males and one female were included, aged 33 to 69 years. All patients had chest pain, fever, cough, and hypoxemia symptoms; 90% had expectoration. The laboratory tests revealed that all patients had elevated white blood cell, neutrophil, and C-reactive protein (CRP) levels. Furthermore, erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) increased in 8 patients, and procalcitonin increased in only one patient. Chest CT indicated different degrees of lobar pneumonia and pleural effusion in all patients, and biochemical results implied exudative effusion according to Light criteria. Most routine culture results were negative. Among bacteria identified by mNGS, Fusobacterium nucleatum (n=9) was the most common, followed by Parvimonas micra (n=7) and Filifactor alocis (n=6). Three patients underwent surgical treatment after applying targeted antibiotics, thoracic puncture and drainage, and fibrinolytic septum treatment. After the adjusted treatment, the number of white blood cells, neutrophils, and lymphocytes decreased significantly, indicating the eradication of the infection.

Conclusions

Improving the vigilance of atypical people suffering from aspiration pneumonia is essential. The mNGS detection of pleural effusion clarified the microbial spectrum of aspiration pneumonia, allowing targeted antibiotic administration.
Changing paradigm in the treatment of amyloidosis: From disease-modifying drugs to anti-fibril therapy
Authors: Quarta C. Cristina , Fontana Marianna , Damy Thibaud , Catini Julia , Simoneau Damien , Mercuri Michele , Garcia-Pavia Pablo , Maurer Mathew S. , Palladini Giovanni
Published: December 2022

Cardiac amyloidosis is a rare, debilitating, and usually fatal disease increasingly recognized in clinical practice despite patients presenting with non-specific symptoms of cardiomyopathy. The current standard of care (SoC) focuses on preventing further amyloid formation and deposition, either with anti-plasma cell dyscrasia (anti-PCD) therapies in light-chain (AL) amyloidosis or stabilizers of transthyretin (TTR) in transthyretin amyloidosis (ATTR). The SoC is supplemented by therapies to treat the complications arising from organ dysfunction; for example, heart failure, arrhythmia, and proteinuria. Advancements in treatments have improved patient survival, especially for those whose disease is detected and for whom treatment is initiated at an early stage. However, there still are many unmet medical needs, particularly for patients with severe disease for whom morbidity and mortality remain high. There currently are no approved treatments to reverse amyloid infiltration and deplete the amyloid fibrils already deposited in organs, which can continue to cause progressive dysfunction. Anti-fibril therapies aimed at removing the deposited fibrils are being investigated for safety and efficacy in improving outcomes for patients with severe disease. However, there is no clinical evidence yet that removing deposited amyloid fibrils will improve organ function, thereby improving quality of life or extending life. Nevertheless, anti-fibril therapies are actively being investigated in clinical trials to evaluate their ability to complement and synergize with current SoC.
Temporal, biomechanical evaluation of a novel, transcatheter polymeric aortic valve in ovine aortic banding model
Authors: Kachel Mateusz , Buszman Piotr P. , Milewski Krzysztof P. , Michalak Magdalena , Domaradzki Wojciech , Pruski Maciej , Sobota Michał , Fernandez Carlos , Konopko Marta , Nożyński Jerzy , Kaźmierczak Paweł , Włodarczyk Jakub , Stojko Mateusz , Bochenek Andrzej , Buszman Paweł E.
Published: December 2022

Objectives

The aim of the study is to evaluate the functionality, durability, and temporal biocompatibility of a novel, balloon-expandable polymeric transcatheter heart valve (ATHV) system (InFlow, CardValve Consortium, Poland). Along with expanding TAVI indications, the demand for new transcatheter valves is increasing.

Methods

A surgical ascending aortic banding model was created in 20 sheep. Two weeks later, 16 sheep were implanted with ATHV systems (15–16F). Three animals were euthanized after a 30-day follow-up, four animals after a 90-day follow-up, and six animals after a 180-day follow-up. A follow-up transthoracic echocardiography (TTE) was performed.

Results

There was one procedure-related (6,25%) and two model-related deaths (12,5%; banding site calcification with subsequent infection originating externally from banding). TTE revealed the flow gradients (max/average) of 30,75/17,91; 32,57/19,21; and 21,34/10,63 mmHg at 30, 90, and 180 days, respectively. There were two cases of low-degree regurgitation after 180 days with no perivalvular leak observed. Histopathological analysis showed no valve degeneration at terminal follow-up with optimal healing. Small thrombi were present at the aortic wall adjacent to the base of the leaflets, and between the aortic wall and the stent in most of the valves; however, leaflets remained free from thrombi in all cases. Scanty calcifications of leaflets were reported in three animals evaluated 180 days after implantation.

Conclusion

This preclinical study in the aortic banding model showed good hemodynamic performance, durability, and biocompatibility of the novel ATHV. Furthermore, regulatory studies with longer follow-ups are warranted.
A decline of protective apolipoprotein J and complement factor H concomitant with increase in C5a 3 months after cardiac surgery—Evidence of long-term complement perturbations
Authors: Laudanski Krzysztof , Liu Da , Gullipalli Damodar , Song Wen-Chao , Okeke Tony , Szeto Wilson Y.
Published: December 2022

Background

Heart surgery results in complement activation with the potential for collateral end-organ damage, especially if the protective elements (complement factor H, Apolipoprotein J) are inadequate. Here, we have investigated if peri-operative stress results in an imbalance between complement activation and its protective mechanisms up to 3 months after heart surgery.

Methods

101 patients scheduled for non-emergent cardiac surgery donated blood before the procedure (tbaseline), and 24 h (t24h), 7 days (t7d) and 3 months (t3m) after. Complement activation was measured as a serum level of soluble activated component 5 (sC5a) and soluble terminal complement complex (sTCC). Simultaneously, protective complement factor H (CfH), and apolipoprotein J (ApoJ) were measured. Inflammatory responses were quantified using C-reactive protein (CRP) and interleukin-6 (IL-6). Details regarding anesthesia, intensive care unit (ICU) stay, pre-existing conditions, the incidence of postoperative complications, and mortality were collected from medical records.

Results

C5a declined at t24h to rebound at t7d and t3m. sTCC was significantly depressed at t24h and returned to baseline at later time points. In contrast, CfH and ApoJ were depressed at t3m. Milieu of complement factors aligned along two longitudinal patterns:cluster#1 (C5a/sTTC continuously increasing and CfH/ApoJ preserved at tbaseline) and cluster#2 (transient sC5a/sTTC increase and progressive decline of CfH). Most patients belonged to cluster #1 at t24h (68%), t7d (74%) and t3m (72%). sTCC correlated with APACHE1h (r2 =−0.25; p < 0.031) and APACHE24h (r2 = 0.27; p < 0.049). IL-6 correlated with C5a (r2 =−0.28; p < 0.042) and sTTC (r2 =−0.28; p < 0.015). Peri-operative administration of acetaminophen and aspirin altered the complement elements. Prolonged hospital stay correlated with elevated C5a [t (78) = 2.03; p = 0.048] and sTTC serum levels [U (73) = 2.07; p = 0.037]. Patients with stroke had a decreased serum level of C5a at t7d and t3m.

Conclusion

There is a significant decrease in complement protective factors 3 months after cardiac surgery, while C5a seems to be slightly elevated, suggesting that cardiac surgery affects complement milieu long into recovery.
Follicle-stimulating hormone and blood lead levels with bone mineral density and the risk of fractures in pre- and postmenopausal women
Authors: Tong Huixin , Su Bo , Liu Zhize , Chen Yongjie
Published: December 2022

Background

The conclusions on the associations of serum follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and blood lead levels with bone mineral density (BMD) were controversial. Furthermore, little was known on the impacts of co-existence of serum FSH and blood lead levels on BMD and the risk of fractures in premenopausal and postmenopausal women. Therefore, the present study aimed to examine the associations of serum FSH and blood lead levels with BMD and the risk of fractures in premenopausal and postmenopausal women.

Methods

Data were derived from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey. FSH is assayed using the Microparticle Enzyme Immunoassay technology. Blood lead levels were measured using atomic absorption spectrometry. BMD was measured using dual energy X-ray absorptiometry. Fractures were defined as subjects with fractures in any site of hip, wrist, and spine.

Results

This study included 3798 participants. Elevated blood lead levels were associated with increased serum FSH levels (β= 48.22, 95% CI: 40.21~ 56.22). Serum FSH levels were negatively associated with total femur BMD in pre- and postmenopausal women. However, elevated serum FSH levels were associated with a lower lumbar spine BMD and a higher risk of fractures only in postmenopausal women (β= -0.0010, 95% CI: -0.0015~ -0.0006; OR: 1.007, 95% CI: 1.000~1.014, respectively).

Conclusions

Serum lead levels were associated with serum FSH levels. Serum FSH levels were associated with a lower BMD and a higher risk of fractures.
Financing conservation at scale via visitor green fees
Authors: von Saltza Emelia , Kittinger John N.
Published: December 2022

Conservation in the Anthropocene requires financing that is commensurate to the scale of threats to ecosystems and the benefits they provide humanity. To meet this challenge, new financing models are needed at a diversity of scales to help support the protection of nature. Visitor green fees – or payments made by visitors to management authorities, for the explicit purpose of funding natural resource management – are an innovative conservation financing tool. In contrast to park fees, these conservation finance systems operate at the scale of an entire jurisdiction, rather than a specific protected area, park or reserve. Despite their recent proliferation worldwide, there is little to no scholarly literature on visitor green fees. In this paper, we assess ten visitor green fee programs worldwide and evaluate their fee system, governance, and management approach. Our over-arching purpose is to explore the challenges and opportunities associated with these conservation financing models, to inform both the evaluation of existing models and to aid practitioners seeking to establish systems to enhance financing for conservation and the ecosystem services that nature provides tourism-dependent destinations.