bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Does the ball lie? Testing the Rasheed Wallace hypothesis
Authors: Meehan Brian J. , Portillo Javier E. , Jenkins Corey
Published: August 2022

Former NBA all-star forward Rasheed Wallace popularized the catchphrase “Ball Don’t Lie.” Rasheed would often shout this after an opponent missed a free throw. It was used by Rasheed to illustrate the mental impact on a free throw shooter from knowing the foul was questionable and its impact on likelihood of converting the ensuing free throw. The tendency to miss free throws associated with questionable foul calls—or the propensity for the ball to miss—would be followed by Rasheed’s “Ball Don’t Lie!” exclamation. This paper aims to test whether the ball was less likely to go through the hoop during free throws following questionable foul calls. We use a proxy to identify the questionableness of a foul call, one that Rasheed Wallace was very familiar with—whenever the original shooting foul was immediately followed by a technical foul. This proxy is meant to capture player and coach reactions to a shooting foul call. If the call was bad, or questionable, we expect more outrage from the team the foul was called on, which tends to draw technical fouls. Our findings do not support Rasheed’s prediction; the propensity to make a shooting foul free throw does not appear to change after a technical. In fact, using a subset of our data period under which the NBA changed technical foul rules to target complaining about foul calls, we find a small increase in free throw percentage after a technical foul call.
Integrated thermal emission microchip based on meta-cavity array
Authors: Chu Qiongqiong , Zhang Fengyuan , Zhang Ye , Qiao Tong , Zhu Shining , Liu Hui
Published: August 2022

Microscale infrared thermal emitters are highly demanded in a variety of applications such as micro-molecular thermal sensing and micro-thermal imaging. In this paper, we propose a micro-meta-cavity array through combining nanohole metasurfaces and Fabry–Pérot (FP) cavity. Based on this design, integrated multiband micro-thermal emitters covering 7 − 9 μm and 10 − 14 μm wavelength ranges with high spatial resolution near wavelength scale has been theoretically and experimentally demonstrated simultaneously, providing the possibility for microscale infrared sources. In addition, narrow thermal emission bandwidth is enabled by the interaction between the resonant modes of metasurface and the FP cavity mode in meta-cavity. The emission features of each meta-cavity are investigated and analyzed through thermal imaging. Furthermore, polarization, wavelength and spatial multiplexing thermal emission with high spatial resolution is also experimentally demonstrated utilizing nanohole patterns. We anticipate that this thermal emission microchip can be possibly employed in micro-molecular sensing and micro-thermal imaging in the future.
Resilience as a protective factor in face of pain symptomatology, disability and psychological outcomes in adult chronic pain populations: a scoping review
Authors: Chng Zanna , Yeo Jerry Jay , Joshi Ashutosh
Published: August 2022

Objectives

Patients suffering from chronic pain experience significant disability and disease burden. Resilience has been understood to be a protective factor in face of adversity, eventually contributing to positive outcomes. As such, the current review sought to summarize the existing literature focusing on the roles of resilience in relation to pain phenomenology, pain outcomes (including function and mental health), amongst relevant clinical correlates in a bid to promote holistic management of debilitating chronic pain conditions from a resilience-oriented psychotherapeutic approach as an adjunct to pharmacological treatment.

Methods

A scoping review was conducted on empirical studies surrounding the theme of resilience in adult chronic pain populations published before 9th May 2021. The following main inclusion criteria was applied; (a) adults diagnosed with chronic pain disorders, (b) use of quantifiable pain measures, (c) use of quantifiable resilience measures. A total of 32 studies were then selected for the review.

Results

First, higher levels of resilience were associated with a reduced likelihood of experiencing any chronic pain, fewer pain sites, better psychological response towards nociception and reduced need for analgesia. Second, higher levels of resilience correlated with better daily and physical function, quality of life, psychosocial functioning and lower likelihood of co-morbid mental health disorders. Third, resilience was an intermediary variable in the pathways from pain phenomenology leading to pain interference, depression and post-traumatic growth.

Conclusions

The findings were contextualized using pain-disability and resilience frameworks (The Pain and Disability Drivers Model, O’Leary’s Resilience models) with suggestions to enhance resilience and contextual factors in the holistic management of adult chronic pain conditions. Future research should examine the differences in resilience between pain types as well as evaluate the efficacy of streamlined resilience-oriented interventions.
1Cor 15,40–41: Paul and the Heavenly Bodies
Authors: Granger Cook John
Published: August 2022

Interpreters who have claimed that Paul viewed the heavenly bodies of 1Cor 15,40–41 as living beings have used two basic arguments that are each beset by inherent weaknesses. One enumerates the views of various Hellenistic philosophers and others concerning the animate nature of the stars. The other argument claims that all usages of σῶμα in Paul refer to organic entities. Scholars have often ignored handbooks such as those of Aetius that include many alternative views. Paul based his affirmations on sense experience and probably believed that the heavenly bodies were creations of God — but not animate beings. A corollary of this conclusion is that Paul’s statements about heavenly bodies do not indicate anything about the composition of the σῶμα πνευματικόν in 1Cor 15.
Translocal Relationships among Associations and Christ Groups, Revisited
Authors: Hall Josiah D.
Published: August 2022

In the twenty-five years since Richard Ascough’s article, “Translocal Relationships among Voluntary Associations and Early Christianity,” scholarship has largely swung the pendulum away from viewing the translocality of early-Christ groups as an anomaly and using that “uniqueness” as justification for denying the heuristic value of Greco-Roman associations for understanding Christ-groups. A side-effect of this shift, however, has been that scholars often only compare Greco-Roman associations and Christ-groups on the basis of local instantiations. This article, in contrast, recovers a focus on the translocal relationships between associations, examining various motivations for translocal relationships between voluntary associations and showing the heuristic payoff for comparing translocal voluntary associations with early Christ-groups. Additionally, the article concludes that the comparison should work in both directions. That is, the nature of the evidence of the translocality of early Christ-groups actually allows these groups to function as an important heuristic for translocal Greco-Roman associations.
A Not-So-Simple Noodle Story
Authors: Stroup David R.
Published: August 2022

Begun in 2000, China’s Great Western Development Campaign (GWDC) sought to reinforce party-state legitimation narratives by extending economic development to peripheral regions often populated by ethnic minorities. In extending aid to minority communities, the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) promoted narratives about its own provision of stability and prosperity, and endeavored to exert further control over the conduct of ethnic politics. However, while this subsidization of development in minority communities produced macro-level success, it also contributed to fragmentation of ethnic identity and perpetuation of instability in daily interactions. In this article, I examine the CCP’s attempt to subsidize the creation of a branded ethnic economy around the production of handmade noodles (lamian) in ethnic Hui communities in rural Qinghai Province. I argue that while the state’s investment in lamian did increase income in Hui communities, the migration that accompanied this developmental aid led to increased contestation of the boundaries of Hui identity and contributed to marginalization and alienation of the Hui migrants involved. I argue that these consequences stemming from the funding of the lamian economy allow the CCP to effect greater control through channeling measures. However, such measures also illuminate the limitations of performance-based legitimation strategies which justify the implementation of ever-increasing measures of control that risk overreach.
METHODOLOGICAL BASES FOR DESIGNING DOUBLE-CIRCUIT CLOSED AIR PURIFICATION SYSTEMS
Authors:   Odessa Polytechnic National University, Butenko О. , Smyk S. ,   Odessa Polytechnic National University, Karamushko A. ,   Odessa Polytechnic National University, Gushchakova V. ,   Odessa Polytechnic National University
Published: August 2022

. The article considers the main methodological principles of designing closed double-circuit systems for air purification from polydisperse dust. This cleaning system has a significant advantage compared to its direct-flow counterparts, namely, it allows avoiding emissions of dust not captured in the cleaning apparatus into the atmosphere. This, predominantly fine-grained dust, is captured by repeatedly passing the flow through the catcher of the circulation circuit. That is, the avoidance of environmental pollution is achieved using a new scheme for the movement of a dusty gas stream to be cleaned. The introduction of an innovative flow scheme does not allow the use of traditional calculation methods; therefore, the purpose of the article is to formulate the main methodological approaches to the design of twoloop closed treatment systems. It is shown that the design of a purification system should consist of two main stages. The first is the calculation of the performance indicators of the system elements. It is based on data on the fractional composition of dust (differential distribution curve) and the characteristics of the trapping apparatus and is carried out for the main operating mode of the system (cleaning mode) and the final one (run-out mode). The proposed calculation method, unlike all existing ones, allows obtaining the value of cleaning indicators in dynamics. The second is the hydraulic calculation of the system, consisting of the main and circulation circuits. The calculation is proposed to be carried out by compiling the power balances of each circuit separately and, due to this, it is reasonable to select standard injection equipment for them. The calculation is based on hydraulic indicators, which are determined either by generally accepted hydraulic ratios (reference data), or by the graphs obtained in the course of research and given in the article.
Deviant Women in the Media: Between Reality and Fiction
Authors: Gaičevskytė-Savickė Rimantė
Published: August 2022

Media has the power not only to determine the main issues, but also to reflect crime statistics. It’s common that fear of crime is constructed using eye-catching headlines and sensational narratives. This is especially the case when the crime is committed by women. In addition to its main aim - to examine how deviant women are portrayed - the article also focuses on the evolution of crime news, analyses female crime data and its treatment on the Lithuanian news portal DELFI.
Lebendiger Umgang mit den Toten – der moderne Familienroman in Europa und Übersee
Authors: Hodel Robert , Malatrait Solveig Kristina , Meyer-Minnemann Klaus , Hillmann Inge
Published: August 2022

Seit den Neunzigerjahren des letzten Jahrhunderts gibt es in Deutschland wieder Familienromane. Sie sind eine neue Modellserie der ,Väterromane‘, die ihnen vorausgegangen sind. Die ,Generationenromane‘ nehmen die forschende Geste der Väterromane auf.

Die in diesem Band versammelten Beiträge nehmen sich des Themas an und widmen sich beispielhaften Romanen aus Europa und Übersee.
Sportfinanzierung – Spannungen zwischen Markt und Staat
Authors: Wewer Göttrik , Milde Horst , Brechtken Rainer , Büttner Nicolas , Westerhof Jan Gerrit , Turco Douglas Michele , Mittler Gernot
Published: August 2022

Sport wird einerseits wie jede andere Tätigkeit in der Gesellschaft mit öffentlichen Abgabelasten beschwert, andererseits im Vergleich zu ähnlichen Tätigkeiten steuerlich geschont und sogar öffentlich unterstützt. Diese Ambivalenz der steuerlichen Behandlung des Sports hat wiederholt Fragen nach der öffentlichen Finanzierung des Sportes aufgeworfen: Inwieweit sind Leistungen der öffentlichen Hände gerechtfertigt, inwieweit lösen Sportveranstaltungen den Tatbestand der Besteuerung aus? Dieser von Hans-Peter Büch, Wolfgang Maennig und Hans-Jürgen Schulke herausgegebene Band versucht, unter dem Motto „Science meets Practice“ ausgewählte Fragestellungen zu dieser Problematik aus wissenschaftlicher und sportpolitischer Sicht zu beantworten.
1864 – Menschen zwischen den Mächten / 1864 – Mennesker mellem magterne
Authors: Spoorendonk Anke , Wulf Peter , Rosenplänter Johannes , Rathjen Jörg , Adriansen Inge , Hansen Nielsen Leif , Jørgensen Steffen Elmer , Frandsen Steen Bo , Krieger Martin , Göttsch-Elten Silke , Schmidt-Elsaeßer Eberhard
Published: August 2022

Der deutsch-dänische Krieg von 1864 ist in der Literatur eingehend untersucht worden – soweit es sich um die großpolitischen und militärischen Ereignisse handelt. Das Interesse für die Verhältnisse der Zivilbevölkerung, die Zivilverwaltung und die Nationalbewegungen während des Krieges sowie auch für die wirtschaftlichen Folgen und die Identitätenbildung nach dem Krieg ist dagegen bisher gering gewesen. Um dies zu ändern, haben deutsche und dänische Historikerinnen und Historiker dieses Buch geschrieben. Es ist das Ergebnis einer deutsch-dänischen Doppeltagung, die von den Landesarchiven in Schleswig und Apenrade veranstaltet wurde. --- Den dansk-tyske krig i 1864 er velbeskrevet i litteraturen – så længe det handler om de storpolitiske og militære begivenheder. Interessen for civilbefolkningens vilkår, den civile forvaltning og de nationale bevægelser under krigen samt de økonomiske følger og identitetsudviklingen efter krigen har derimod været ringe. Det har danske og tyske historikere sat sig for at rette op på med denne bog. Den udspringer af et dansk-tysk dobbeltseminar arrangeret af landsarkiverne i Aabenraa og Slesvig.
An empirical investigation of the Pathways Model of problem gambling through the conjoint use of self-reports and behavioural tasks
Authors: Bonnaire Céline , Devos Gaëtan , Barrault Servane , Grall-Bronnec Marie , Luminet Olivier , Billieux Joël
Published: August 2022

Background and aims

Blaszczynski and Nower (2002) conceptualized their Pathways Model by postulating the existence of three subtypes of problem gamblers who share common characteristics, but also present specific ones.

Methods

This study investigated how the psychological mechanisms postulated in the Pathways Model predict clinical status in a sample that combined treatment-seeking gamblers (n = 59) and non-problematic community gamblers (n = 107). To test the Pathways Model, we computed a hierarchic logistic regression in which variables associated with each postulated pathway were entered sequentially to predict the status of the treatment-seeking gambler. Self-report questionnaires measured gambling-related cognitions, alexithymia, emotional reactivity, emotion regulation strategies and impulsivity. Behavioural tasks measured gambling persistence (slot machine task), decision-making under uncertainty (Iowa Gambling Task) and decision-making under risk (Game of Dice Task).

Results

We showed that specific factors theorized as underlying mechanisms for each pathway predicted the status of clinical gambler. For each pathway, significant predictors included gambling-related cognitive distortions and behaviourally measured gambling persistence (behaviourally conditioned pathway), emotional reactivity and emotion regulation strategies (emotionally vulnerable pathway), and lack of premeditation impulsivity facet (impulsivist-antisocial pathway).

Discussion and conclusions

Our study adds to the body of literature confirming the validity of the Pathways Model and hold important implications in terms of assessment and treatment of problem gambling. In particular, a standardized assessment based on the Pathways Model should promote individualized treatment strategies to allow clinicians to take into account the high heterogeneity that characterizes gambling disorder.
On the morphosyntax of hybrid agreement in Jordanian Arabic
Authors: Malawi Al-Raba'a Basem Ibrahim
Published: August 2022

This paper investigates the (hybrid) agreement patterns with collective and military rank nouns in Jordanian Arabic, both inside and outside the determiner phrase (DP). It will be argued that the number, unit (group), and feminization features are hosted on functional heads merged in various positions in the course of the syntactic derivation of the DP, and that agreement is determined on the basis of the Merge sites of those functional projections. More particularly, it will be shown that the heads Num(ber) and Unit may be situated higher or lower within the DP, and that each head controls agreement on the adnominals above it via feature sharing prior to movement, consequently producing different patterns of number agreement inside the DP, which in turn feeds DP-external agreement. The feminizing head, by comparison, is optionally merged, but when it is present, mixed gender agreement arises, depending on its Merge position. Finally, it will be shown that the above assumptions are substantiated by empirical data from Jordanian Arabic as well as from other languages.
Comparative characteristics of the third wave of coronavirus disease in children with previous outbreaks
Authors:   Bogomolets National Medical University, Kyiv, Ukraine, Kramaryov S.O. , Seryakova I.Yu. ,   Bogomolets National Medical University, Kyiv, Ukraine, Yevtushenko V.V. ,   Bogomolets National Medical University, Kyiv, Ukraine,, Kaminska T.M. ,   Kyiv City Children’s Clinical Infectious Diseases Hospital, Ukraine
Published: August 2022

Purpose - to compare the clinical and epidemiological characteristics of coronavirus infection (COVID-19) in inpatients during the third wave of the disease with previous outbreaks, to study the course of COVID-19 in children depending on the predicted variant of the virus and timely prevention of possible disease. Materials and methods. 861 case histories of children who were hospitalized at the Kyiv City Children’s Clinical Infectious Diseases Hospital (Kyiv, Ukraine) were analyzed for coronavirus disease during three outbreaks of the disease. During the observation of the pandemic, the following periods were identified: 1st wave - from June to November 2020 (340 cases); 2nd wave - from February to May 2021 (190 cases); 3d - August - December 2021 (331 cases) and divided children by age into five categories: from birth to 1 month, 1-12 months, 1-5 years, 6-10 years and over 10 years. For calculations and statistical analysis, a statistical package was used using descriptive statistics methods, namely: logistic regression models were built, with the definition of Chi-square criterion, odds ratio (OR), probable interval (95% CI) and ROC-curve multifactor model with the definition of the area under the curve (AUC). The median (M), interquartile interval (IQR, 1st-3rd quartile) was also determined in the work. Fisher’s test, Mann-Whitney test and Kruskal-Wallis test were used. Results. In the analysis of the observation of the dependence of coronavirus infection in children on the period of morbidity, using the method of logistic regression models, interrelated factors were identified: D-dimer (decreased (p=0.05) indicator for 3 waves, OR=7.47 (95% CI: 0,56-1)); radiological changes (decreased risk (p=0.005) during 3 waves, OR=1.66 (95% CI: 0.0009-2.86)) and procalcitonin (increased risk of elevated procalcitonin levels (p=0.07) during 3 waves, OR=4.27 (95% CI: 0.41-4.5)). Conclusions. The third wave of COVID-19 was characterized by a more severe course and a higher incidence of complicated cases (p<0.001). Among hospitalized pediatric patients, the proportion of patients with concomitant pathology progressively increased (p=0.0005). The research was carried out in accordance with the principles of the Helsinki Declaration. The study protocol was approved by the Local ethics committee of all participating institutions. No conflict of interests was declared by the authors. Key words: coronavirus infection, COVID-19, children, incidence wave, complications.
Da'wah Policy Controversy: A Case Study of Discourse on Standardization and Certification of Da'i in Indonesia
Authors: Hasanah Umdatul , Tawang Nur Asia
Published: August 2022

This paper aims to analyze the controversy regarding the discourse of standardization and certification of da'i in Indonesia to increase the competence and qualifications of da'i. The research was conducted through a qualitative approach with data sourced from observations and documentation of media texts in the mass media and information from interviews. The study results show that differences in authority, interests, ideology and the da'wah market have become forces that structure different views and meanings on the discourse of the standardization and certification of preacher's programs. Differences in meaning have consequences for the occurrence of tug-of-war and other patterns in the standardization and accreditation of preachers in Indonesia. The differences in authority, interests, and ideologies in the component of authority holders have become critical differentiating factors in interpreting a da'wah reality. The research implies that besides providing academic contributions, it also obtains data which is the basis for controversy, giving birth to an understanding that is mutual respect, not suspicion. This paper has limitations regarding methodology, the number of informants and approaches. For this reason, this study suggests the need for segment expansion and a more varied approach to show a more comprehensive understanding in subsequent research.
Map of Social-Cultural Dakwah Communications (Da'i) and Audience (Mad'u) in Padang City
Authors: Kohar Wakidul , Aqil Muhammad , Folandra Danil
Published: August 2022

This study aims to describe the map of da'wah in the city of Padang, focusing on studies on religious groups. In addition, the research explores the patterns of interaction and communication between da'i and mad'u in the city of Padang. The research location was carried out at four points, namely the Districts of Koto Tangah, Nanggalo, South Padang, and Bungus Teluk Kabung. The research was conducted with a qualitative approach. Data collection techniques were obtained through observation, interviews, and documentation. Key informants in the study consisted of preachers, religious leaders, and the community (mad'u). The findings show that religious groups spread over four sub-districts, such as Muhammadiyah, NU, and Perti. In other groups, such as in Padang Selatan, the Tablighi Jamaat and several Tarekat groups were found. The pattern of relations between da'i and mad'u in four sub-districts is in the form of relations between organizations, egalitarian or neutral. While the interaction between the two shows a friendly, mutually promoting, and neutral attitude. The implications of the research are providing information and guidance for religious communicators in analyzing the socio-cultural conditions of the mad'u group in designing messages and da'wah programs that can drive social change.
Islamic Da'wah Challenge in Marriage of Different Religions in a Contextual Interpretation Review
Authors: Safrodin Safrodin
Published: August 2022

This paper aims to explain the opportunities and challenges of Islamic da'wah in interfaith marriages between Muslim men and Ahl al-Kitab women from the point of view of the interpretation of the Qur'an. The research is directed to explore the perspective of da'wah in answering polemics about interfaith marriages. The study method in this paper is a qualitative study with the muqaran (contextual) interpretation method. The results of this study explain that it is permissible for Muslim men to marry Ahlu Kitab women (as stated in al-Maidah: 5) as an opportunity for preaching and preaching among non-Muslims in addition to challenges. This da'wah opportunity can be seen in the existence of a patriarchal social system, where the husband has a substantial, more dominant role as the leader of the family, making it possible to convey enlightenment about Islam in a dialogical, humanistic, mauidzah hasanah and promising way to his wife so that she can know the truth of Islam, understand it to the fullest. Believe it. Meanwhile, the challenge Muslim husbands face in da'wah is the necessity of having strong faith in addition to good da'wah competence so that, on the one hand, he does not waver in his faith and his da'wah efforts also do not disturb the harmony of his relationship with his wife. The results of this study provide space for da'wah to non-Muslims through interfaith marriages for competent Muslim men.
The Spirit of Da'wah Nafsiyah in the Corporate Work Culture of PT. Telkom Tbk
Authors: Mujib Abdul , Enjang Enjang
Published: August 2022

This study aims to analyze the values of spirituality in the company's work culture. Where the researcher directs the effort to explore work culture as a da'wah spirit in the context of nafsiah. The research was conducted using an interpretive paradigm and a qualitative approach. Case studies are a research method that bridges concrete observations and abstract meanings using interpretive techniques. The interpretive process used in this type is to adopt a different way from quantitative, namely by using various theories to analyze cases. Data were collected through observation, interview, and documentation techniques. The results showed that there are three main pillars of the work culture of PT. Telkom Tbk, namely always the best, the leadership architecture, and the Telkom way. All three show the values of spirituality in strengthening employee work culture. Implementing the three work cultures gave rise to Spiritual Capital Management, which became the spirit of nafsiah da'wah in maintaining character at the individual, inter-individual and institutional levels.
Redeploying appendices in L2 phonology
Authors: Archibald John , Yousef Marziyeh , Alhemaid Amjad
Published: August 2022

In this paper, we explore aspects of the production and perception of certain consonant clusters (in particular s + C clusters) in second language learners. We administered perception tasks (ABX and non-word transcription) and production tasks (reading, picture-based discussion, and elicited imitation) to native speakers of Persian and Arabic, and compare their results to those in previously published studies of other L1s. We will arrive at two broad conclusions. The first is that many subjects who demonstrate non-targetlike production of consonantal sequences by producing epenthetic vowels between the consonants are not hearing an illusory vowel in perception tasks. Thus, non-nativelike production is not always reflective of non-nativelike perception; non-nativelike production is not always caused by non-nativelike perception. Our second conclusion is that the locus of explanation for the accurate perception in subjects whose L1s lack s + C clusters is the presence or absence in the L1 of right-edge syllabic appendices. L1s which do not license appendices (Japanese, Brazilian Portuguese) will have difficulty perceiving L2 English s + C sequences, while L1s which do license appendices (Persian, Arabic) will not have difficulty perceiving L2 English s + C strings.
Heart failure and atrial fibrillation: updates and perspectives
Authors: Larina V. N. , Skiba I. K. , Skiba A. S. , Larin V. G. , Vartanyan E. A.
Published: August 2022

The article discusses modern approaches and features of management, as well as predicting the risk of complications in patients with cardiac arrhythmias, in particular, atrial fibrillation, and the potential of using conservative and interventional treatment methods for heart failure (HF), taking into account updates and achievements in clinical practice. Epidemiological data, algorithms for managing patients with HF and atrial fibrillation, prevention of thromboembolic events, results of studies comparing the effectiveness of different strategies for atrial fibrillation treatment, catheter ablation compared with drug therapy in patients with HF are presented.
Impact of anxiety and depression disorders on adherence to anticoagulant therapy among patients with atrial fibrillation
Authors: Bogdanova R. S. , Shchekochikhin D. Yu. , Suvorov A. Yu. , Volel B. A. , Fomicheva A. V. , Belova S. S. , Ovsyannikova V. V. , Gognieva D. G. , Kopylov F. Yu.
Published: August 2022

Aim. To determine the possible impact of anxiety and depression disorders on the adherence of patients with atrial fibrillation (AF) to anticoagulant the rapy.

Material and methods. The study included outpatients with AF of any type. After signing the informed consent, patients filled out questionnaires and scales that determined the level of anxiety and personal predisposition (MMAS-8, MMAS-4, SF-36, SHAI, STAI, HADS, NEO-FFI).

Results. A total of 117 outpatients treated for AF were included. The mean age of patients was 74±5 years (men, 38%). Based on MMAS-4 and MMAS-8 results, adherent and non-adherent cohorts of patients were formed. Low adherence group had significantly higher situational anxiety according to STAI (45,9±9,9 vs 41,1±10,7, p=0,045) and depression according to HADS (7,9±3,6 vs 5,9±3,5, p=0,018). SF 36 showed that non-adherent patients had a lower general health (41,6±12,9 vs 52,2±20,0, p=0,01). Five-factor model revealed an association between low compliance and low extraversion (21,3±6,6 vs 26,4±7,2, p=0,002). Pharmacokinetic data on blood concentrations of anticoagulants or its metabolites at the second visit were available in 76 (67%) patients. Assessment of pharmacokinetic and compliance data revealed a moderate direct correlation (Matthews correlation coefficient (MCC), 0,345) and a weak direct correlation with the MMAS-8 (MCC, 0,177). The difference in MMAS-4 and MMAS-8 scores between high and low pharmacokinetic adherence groups was significant on both scales (p=0,011 and 0,015, respectively).

Conclusion. The rationale for widespread introduction of standardized questionnaires and scales (MMAS 4, MMAS 8, STAI, HADS, SF 36, Big 5) was shown in order to early identify patients with low adherence to treatment. The results highlight the need for further study of the contribution of psychiatric disorders to low compliance to anticoagulant therapy.
Effect of catheter ablation for atrial fibrillation on left and right atrial function
Authors: Moskovskikh T. V. , Smorgon A. V. , Archakov E. V. , Usenkov S. Yu. , Batalov R. E. , Popov S. V.
Published: August 2022

Aim. To evaluate the effect of catheter ablation on left (LA) and right atria (RA) function in patients with atrial fibrillation.

Material and methods. The study included 28 patients (14 men and 14 women) aged 33 to 72 years (mean age, 57,7±9,9 years) with paroxysmal (n=23) and persistent AF (n=5). All patients underwent radiofrequency ablation (RFA) with pulmonary vein antrum isolation. Before ablation and 3 days after, transthoracic twodimensional echocardiography was performed in sinus rhythm with an assessment of LA reservoir, conduit and booster pump function and RA peak longitudinal strain.

Results. In the studied patients, a significant decrease in the reservoir, conduit and booster pump function of the LA was revealed after RFA, while there was no significant change in RA peak longitudinal strain after catheter ablation. LA reservoir, conduit and booster pump function decreased by 6,45% (p<0,001), 3,59% (p<0,001), 2,85% (p<0,001), respectively, while RA peak longitudinal strain increased by 0,73% (p=0,43).

Conclusion. Catheter ablation has a significant damaging effect on the LA tissue, inhibiting the reservoir, pumping and pipeline functions. At the same time, the contractility of the PP in the early postoperative period improves, but not significantly.
Shortened PQ interval in the differential diagnosis of Anderson-Fabry disease: a case report
Authors: Zlobina P. D. , Kalemberg A. A. , Myasnikov R. P. , Kharlap M. S. , Kulikova O. V. , Mershina E. A. , Tarasov A. V. , Davtyan K. V.
Published: August 2022

In this article, we present a case of a patient with a late diagnosis of Fabry disease caused by a pathogenic variant in the GLA gene (p.1287_1288dup), who repeatedly attempted interventional treatment of Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome due to characteristic electrocardiographic pattern of ventricular preexcitation and paroxysmal arrhythmias. The proposed pathognomonic signs of the disease will ensure timely diagnosis and the appointment of specific treatment.
Appropriation and expropriation of indigenous lands in the city of São Paulo
Authors: Oliveira Robson Silva , Zanetti Valéria Regina , Papali Maria Aparecida Chaves Ribeiro
Published: August 2022

Abstract The city of São Paulo has the fourth largest presence of indigenous peoples in Brazil. In this article, we relate the growth process of São Paulo to the historical situation of this city’s indigenous peoples. We focus on the incorporation of these peoples in the colonizing process, accomplished with the expropriation of their lands to ensure occupation and possession of colonial territory. Finally, we analyze the peripheralization of these peoples as a historical symptom, which also emerges as an instrument of state action for the development of the city and its urban apparatuses. This analysis is carried out through a bibliographic review of classical and contemporary authors and of reports that address the theme.
Linguisticamente Falando: Ações de conexão entre ensino de Linguística, Metodologias Ativas e Divulgação Científica
Authors: Leitao Marcio
Published: August 2022

O presente relato de experiência descreve o surgimento, o desenvolvimento e a atual situação do projeto e do site Linguisticamente Falando que conecta ações entre ensino de Linguística, metodologias ativas e divulgação científica. A partir de experiências de sala de aula, utilizando a Aprendizagem Baseada em Projetos (ABP) e com a participação ativa dos alunos da disciplina de Teorias Linguísticas II da UFPB a ideia do site surge com o objetivo de publicizar os produtos criados na disciplina e, logo em seguida, com a ampliação da equipe de editoria do site e a participação de professores e alunos de pós-graduação voluntários externos à UFPB, passamos a registrar não só os produtos gerados pelos alunos, mas também produtos variados de divulgação científica. Atualmente o Linguisticamente Falando se tornou um projeto de extensão institucional da UFPB, mas continua se ampliando com parcerias nacionais e internacionais.
Carotenoids and Carcinogenesis: Exploring the Antioxidant and Cell Signaling Roles of Carotenoids in the Prevention of Cancer
Authors: Vrdoljak Nikolina
Published: August 2022

Carotenoids are lipid soluble pigments found in various fruits and vegetables and are naturally produced in photoautotrophic plants. Various studies have investigated the properties of carotenoids to determine how they are able to mitigate numerous diseases, including cancer. Carotenoids present in human serum, including β-carotene, α-carotene, lycopene, β-cryptoxanthin, zeaxanthin, and lutein have demonstrated the ability to act as anticarcinogenic agents. Prevention of disease is often described to be more effective than treatment; as cancer impacts millions of lives globally, the role of carotenoids in the prevention of oncogenesis for numerous types of cancers have been extensively researched. This review provides an in-depth analysis of the structure and properties of carotenoids, as well as the identified and potential mechanisms by which carotenoids can act as a chemopreventative agent.
Morphological indicators of the quality of five forest species produced in nurseries
Authors: Bernaola-Paucar Rosario M. , Clemente Archi Gelly , Vilcapoma Paliza Melina Luz
Published: August 2022

The objective of the present investigation was to evaluate the morphological indicators in the nursery of five forest species(Pinus radiata, Alnus acuminata, Escallonia resinosa, Buddleja coriaceaand Polylepis incana), in the forest nursery of the E.E.A. “Santa Ana”. The seedlings were produced for seven months in a nursery following the protocols established in the forest nursery of the E.E.A. “Santa Ana”, the morphological variables and quality indices of the seedlings were analyzed using a single-factor design. The results presented a significant effect (P ≤ 0.05) among all the variables evaluated. In addition,Buddleja coriaceapresented a greater development in height, leaf volume and leaf dry weight compared to the other forest species, while pine presented a lower development in height and diameter. The best values of the Dickson index, root container index and the robustness index, were presented in quinual and pine. Considering that the quality index predicts with greater accuracy the success of the plantation in the field.
Effect of mixtures of xanthan gum, modified starch and carrageenan on the apparent viscosity and general acceptability of milk pasteurized flavored whit alkaline cocoa
Authors: Urraca Elena , Angulo Carolina , Obregón Jesús
Published: August 2022

In this investigation,the effect of mixtures of xanthan gum, modified starch and carrageenan (0%-0.5%) on the apparent viscosity and general acceptability of milk pasteurized flavored whit alkaline cocoa was evaluated. An extended centroid simplex mixture design was applied, in order to obtain the appropriate mathematical model to represent the behavior of the variables under study and establish the optimal predicted combination of factors that allows optimizing the responses. There was a significant effect (p < 0.05) of the mixture of xanthan gum, modified starch and carrageenan on the apparent viscosity and general acceptability, being the special cubic mathematical model the one that allowed to represent the behavior of both response variables. The predicted optimal mixture of xanthan gum (0.042%), modified starch (0.034%) and carrageenan (0.424%)allowed optimization of the response variables: apparent viscosity (217.76 mPa.s) and general acceptability (7.04, approximate value of 7 = qualification from “I like it moderately”) in milk pasteurized flavored whit alkaline cocoa.The result of this research provides relevant information for the food engineer in the design and development of food products.
Effect of ascorbic and citric acids on the freezing stability of creole mango pulp
Authors: Briceño-Berrú Luis , Checa-Pizarro Juan , Vidaurre-Ruiz Julio
Published: August 2022

This study aimed to evaluate the effect of ascorbic and citric acids, and blanching on the stability of Creole mango pulp, during freezing storage. We worked with scalded pulp (100 °C for two minutes) and without blanching. Both pulps were treated with citric and ascorbic acids in four combinations, packaged in polyethylene bags, frozen and stored at -18 °C for 90 days. During freezing storage,the slightest browning occurred in the acidic and not scalded pulp, followed by the acidic and scalded pulp. The control sample (acid-free pulp), scalded and not scalded, showed the greatest browning. Loss of ascorbic acid was observed in all treatments, but this was lower in the scalded and citric acid samples. Total titratable acidity, pH, and soluble solids did not vary significantly either during storage or between the treatments studied. In conclusion, even though the enzymatic browning of the Creole mango pulp is not totally inhibited by freezing or blanching (100 °C for two minutes), the pulp with pre-blanching with a mixture of chemical preservatives retains its color and flavor better during freezing storage compared to the fruit pulp without blanching.
Faecal Concentrations of Progesterone and 17β-Oestradiol of Female Malayan Tapir from Different Faecal Hormone Extraction Methods
Authors: Ruslan Muhammad Najib , ShikhMaidin Mashitah , Ramli Salfarina , Ithnin Nalisha , Azhar Intan Nasuha , Mohammed Nur Hafizah , Zulkifli Syaizwan Zahmir
Published: August 2022

Non-invasive hormone monitoring of endangered wildlife provides an essential tool to optimize breeding strategies, mainly in captive management. However, the protocol of reproductive hormone monitoring on pregnancy status using non-invasive faecal samples in Malayan tapir is still inconclusive. Therefore, we compared the metabolites reproductive hormones; 17β-oestradiol and progesterone in the faecal samples extracted using methods of Schwarzenberger et al. (1996) (Methods A and B), Brown et al. (2001) (Method C) and Shutt et al. (2012) (Method D) from pregnant and non-pregnant captive Malayan Tapir. Faecal samples from four female of Malayan Tapir (Tapirus indicus) were collected for five months at Sungai Dusun Wildlife Reserve (n = 2), Zoo Taiping (n = 1) and Zoo Negara (n = 1), Malaysia. Analysis by liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LCMS) confirmed that progesterone was detected in all fecal sample extracted by extraction Method A, while 17β-oestradiol was undetectable in all methods. The measurement of reproductive hormones for pregnancy status via Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) analysis showed no significant difference (p > 0.05) for progesterone between the fecal extraction methods. Yet the data obtained were not able to validate the pregnancy status, due to similarity in concentration for both pregnant and non-pregnant tapirs. While for 17β-oestradiol, significant results were observed in all extraction methods and in pregnancy status (p < 0.05). Method C was found to be the most reliable extraction method (p < 0.05) to indicate pregnancy status. From the results, it showed that solvent used, boiling process and multiphase extraction plays important role in fecal extraction process in Malayan Tapir.
Integrating Lineament Density in the DRASTIC Model for Better Groundwater Assessment
Authors: Hairudin Nursabrina Syahirah , Mat Rawi Norhayati , Roslan Norsyafina , Simon Norbert
Published: August 2022

Forecast of groundwater potential zones is essential, especially in areas where surface water is not sufficient during the dry season, such as the Tampin District, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia. In the literature, the lineament parameter is often combined with a groundwater assessment model such as the DRASTIC model. However, most of these practices do not follow the procedure of assigning weight to the parameter as used in the model, so many researchers assign different ranges of weights to the lineament parameter. Therefore, this study focuses on how to systematically incorporate a lineament density map into the existing DRASTIC model based on the specific range of weight specified by the model; thus, the inclusion of more geological input will improve the model performance. DRASTIC is an abbreviation for the parameters used in the model: Depth to water; Recharge; Aquifer media; Soil media; Topography; Impact to vadose zone; and Conductivity (hydraulic). The addition of the lineament density map has successfully improved the performance of the DRASTIC model from 50 to 80% based on the distribution of 30 producing wells in the Tampin District, where the geology and lineament density play major roles in determining the potential groundwater area.
Molecular Interaction Study on a New Application of Ionic Liquids as Dissolver toward Carbonate Scale
Authors: Man Muhammad Suhaimi , Alvin Teo Hua Huang , Abdullah Syamsul B. , Abdul Aziz Hanida , Ab Rahim Mohd Hasbi , Muzakir Saifful Kamaluddin , Jusoh Norwahyu
Published: August 2022

Latest advances of ionic liquids (ILs) have allowed to a new application on the dissolution of calcium carbonate (CaCO3) scales where the CaCO3 scale deposition have seriously severe threat in the petroleum field. In this study, the molecular interaction between CaCO3 and ILs n-pyridinium chloride [NPy][Cl] was studied experimentally in order to get a better understanding during the dissolution of scale. NMR and FTIR spectroscopy was used to study the molecular interaction between CaCO3 and [NPy][Cl] solution during the dissolution process. To further evaluate the result, the simulation study using Gaussian software was utilized to predict in detail the molecular interaction between [Npy][Cl] and CaCO3. The finding from this study showed that the metal complex was formed via ligand after dissolution scale process. Based on the findings, it can be clinched that [Npy][Cl] has potential to be used as a scale dissolver in the oilfield, especially in dissolving calcium carbonate scales.
The Effects of the Fractions of Piper sarmentosum Leaves on Inhibition of Adipogenesis of 3T3 L1 Preadipocytes
Authors: Ahmad Fairus , Soelaiman Ima Nirwana , Husain Khairana , Hj Suhaimi Farihah , Chua Kien Hui , Abd Ghafar Norzana
Published: August 2022

Piper sarmentosum Roxb. was reported to have anti-obesity, hypoglycaemic and anti-oxidant properties. The aim of this study was to identify the fractions of P. sarmentosum leaf extract in inhibiting adipogenesis of 3T3L1 preadipocytes. The crude extract of the P. sarmentosum leaves was fractionated to produce hexane, dichloromethane, methanol, and aqueous fractions. Various dilutions of the fractions; hexane (0.1 - 1 µg/mL), dichloromethane (9.76 - 97.6 µg/mL), methanol (3.6 - 36 mg/mL), and aqueous (1 - 10 mg/mL), were treated onto the 3T3L1 preadipocytes from 3rd to 15th day of culture. The crude extract (1 - 10 mg/mL) and glycyrrhizic acid (GCA) (0.24 - 2.4 mg/mL) were used as positive controls. The viability of the adipocytes was measured by MTT assay at the 15th day of culture. The content of each fraction was quantified with reference standards of naringin, naringenin, pellitorine, sarmentosine and β-sitosterol by using HPLC. The results showed that 49.1% of the crude extract contained aqueous fraction, 0.12% in hexane fraction, 9.7% in dichloromethane fraction and 36% in methanol fraction. The aqueous fraction and crude extract at the dose of 7 mg/mL and GCA at the dose of 1.92 mg/mL showed potent inhibitory effects on the adipogenesis. However, none of the reference standards were identified from the fractions using HPLC analysis. In conclusion, the aqueous fraction was the main fraction in the crude extract of the P. sarmentosum and contributed a significant role in inhibiting adipogenesis of the 3T3L1 preadipocytes.
Can Resin Coatings Improve the Flexural Properties of Highly Viscous Glass Ionomer Cements?
Authors: Joshua Ong Ee Xin , Adrian Yap U-Jin , Yahya Noor Azlin
Published: August 2022

This study examined the effect of self-adhesive resin coatings on the flexural properties of three highly viscous glass ionomer cements (HVGICs), specifically Shofu Zirconomer (ZR), GC Equia Forte (EQ), and SDI Riva Self Cure (RV). Custom-made Telfon molds were used to produce 60 beam-shaped specimens (12 × 2 × 2 mm) for each material. The specimens were finished, measured, and randomly divided into three groups of 20. Ten specimens in each group were left uncoated, while the remaining ten were coated with their respective manufacturers’ resin coats. All specimens were immersed in distilled water, artificial saliva or citric acid at 37 °C for seven days and subjected to flexural testing with a 5 KN load at a crosshead speed of 0.5 mm/min till fracture occurred. Flexural data were analysed using one-way ANOVA/Tukey’s post-hoc test and independent sample T-test (α=0.05). Mean flexural modulus ranged from 0.72±0.13 to 13.19±1.00 GPa while mean flexural strength ranged from 4.32±0.84 to 45.83±4.82 MPa after immersing in the different mediums. The flexural modulus/strength of uncoated ZR and RV were generally comparable or greater than when coated. However, EQ was mostly improved when coated regardless of immersion mediums. RV and EQ generally offered the best flexural performance when uncoated and coated respectively.