bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
ISIL ENERJİ DEPOLAMA SİSTEMLERİ İÇİN ORGANİK FAZ DEĞİŞTİREN MADDELERİN MEVCUT DURUMU ÜZERİNE BİR İNCELEME
Authors: MERT Mehmet Selçuk , SERT Merve , MERT Hatice Hande
Published: March 2018

Gizli
ısıl enerji depolama son yıllarda önemle üzerinde durulan, enerji verimliliğini
artırıcı yöntemlerden biridir. Gizli ısıl enerji depolamada kullanılan yüksek
ısıl kapasiteye sahip ve belirli bir sıcaklık değerinde faz değiştirerek enerji
absorblayan veya salan maddelere Faz
Değiştiren Maddeler (FDMler) adı verilir. FDMler organik, inorganik ve ötektik
bileşikler olmak üzere üç ana grupta toplanır. Organik FDMler katı-sıvı faz
değişimi gösterirken küçük hacim değişimine uğramaları ve yüksek gizli ısıl
enerji depolama kapasitesine sahip olmalarından dolayı diğer FDMlere göre daha
çok tercih edilmektedir. Kapsülleme çalışmaları organik FDMlerin ısı transfer
alanını artırmak ve faz değişimi sırasındaki hacim değişimini kontrol altında
tutmak amaçlı yapılmaktadır. Ayrıca organik FDMlere nano yapıda malzemelerin
ilave edilmesi ısıl iletkenliğin artırılmasını sağlamaktadır. Bununla birlikte,
ısıl davranışların incelenmesi için yapılan modelleme çalışmaları ile organik
FDMlerin kullanımı giderek yaygınlaşmaktadır. Bu çalışmada, son 20 yılda
organik FDMlerin kapsüllenmesi, ısıl iletkenliğinin artırılması ve ısıl
davranışının modellenmesi konusunda yapılan araştırmaların sonuçları
sunulmuştur.
Multifactorial Screening Tool for Determining Fall Risk in Community-Dwelling Adults Aged 50 Years or Over (FallSensing): Protocol for a Prospective Study (Preprint)
Authors: Martins Anabela Correia , Moreira Juliana , Silva Catarina , Silva Joana , Tonelo Cláudia , Baltazar Daniela , Rocha Clara , Pereira Telmo , Sousa Inês
Published: March 2018

BACKGROUND

Falls are a major health problem among older adults. The risk of falling can be increased by polypharmacy, vision impairment, high blood pressure, environmental home hazards, fear of falling, and changes in the function of musculoskeletal and sensory systems that are associated with aging. Moreover, individuals who experienced previous falls are at higher risk. Nevertheless, falls can be prevented by screening for known risk factors.

OBJECTIVE

The objective of our study was to develop a multifactorial, instrumented, screening tool for fall risk, according to the key risk factors for falls, among Portuguese community-dwelling adults aged 50 years or over and to prospectively validate a risk prediction model for the risk of falling.

METHODS

This prospective study, following a convenience sample method, will recruit community-dwelling adults aged 50 years or over, who stand and walk independently with or without walking aids in parish councils, physical therapy clinics, senior’s universities, and other facilities in different regions of continental Portugal. The FallSensing screening tool is a technological solution for fall risk screening that includes software, a pressure platform, and 2 inertial sensors. The screening includes questions about demographic and anthropometric data, health and lifestyle behaviors, a detailed explanation about procedures to accomplish 6 functional tests (grip strength, Timed Up and Go, 30 seconds sit to stand, step test, 4-Stage Balance test “modified,” and 10-meter walking speed), 3 questionnaires concerning environmental home hazards, and an activity and participation profile related to mobility and self-efficacy for exercise.

RESULTS

The enrollment began in June 2016 and we anticipate study completion by the end of 2018.

CONCLUSIONS

The FallSensing screening tool is a multifactorial and evidence-based assessment which identifies factors that contribute to fall risk. Establishing a risk prediction model will allow preventive strategies to be implemented, potentially decreasing fall rate.

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RR1-10.2196/10304
Paparan kromium dan kerusakan ginjal pada pekerja pelapisan logam
Authors: Islam Fahrul , Hatono Budi
Published: March 2018

Chromium exposure and the kidney damage risk among electroplating workersPurposeThis study was carried out to investigate the kidney damage risk due to chromium exposure at the workplace.Method33 electroplating workers and 33 control subjects with no history of occupational exposure to chromium in Makassar were involved. Chromium levels in urine were measured with atomic absorption spectrometry. ResultsUrine from exposed workers contained higher levels of chromium, when compared with those obtained in the control group. Furthermore, there was a direct relationship was obtained between the amount of chromium and kidney damage. Kidney damage was associated with the existence of chromium level in urine. Electroplating work environments increased the high risk of chromium exposure. Workers exposed for long periods of time result in a higher level of accumulated exposure in the body. The findings of this study indicated that there was higher level of chromium exposure in electroplating workers with kidney damage.ConclusionThis study suggested the labor office to closely monitor chromium emission levels in high risk industries. Meanwhile, industry owners need to ensure that every worker uses personal protective equipment to reduce risk.
The Effect of ginger essential oil (Zingiber Officinale) as repellent towards Aedes aegypti
Authors: Mardiansyah Ery Agus , Umniyati Sitti Rahmah , Iravati Susi
Published: March 2018

The effect of ginger essential oil (Zingiber officinale) as an effective repellent  against the Aedes aegypti mosquitoPurposeThe purpose of this paper was to determine the ability of ginger essential oil (Zingiber officinale) as a repellent towards Aedes aegypti. MethodsThis research was a true experimental study. The tests performed in this study were negative control tests, with protective ability test of telon plus oil and ginger essential oil 4% in telon oil involving 25 Aedes aegypti adult female mosquitoes. ResultsThe study found that the average protective ability of ginger essential oil 4 % in telon oil was 100% at minute 5, 10, and 15, while telon oil plus (positive control) was 5%, 36%, and 33%. In the protective ability test of ginger essential oil 4% in telon oil has the better repellent ability or protective ability compared to telon plus, which can provide protective ability up to 60 minutes at 91.95% while telon plus oil provides protective ability around 59.51%. In the length of protection test ginger essential oil 4% in telon oil gave an average of protection from biting until 61.67 minutes, while telon oil gives 8.33 minutes and 11.67 minutes of telon plus oil. Based on Probit analysis ginger essential oil 4% in telon oil can repel 90% of experimental mosquitoes up to 89.87 minutes. ConclusionGinger essential oil 4% in telon oil has the better repellent ability and length of protection compared to telon plus oil. Ginger essential oil 4% in telon can be used as a repellent active ingredient.
What do their theses tell us? Lessons from MPH students majoring in health policy and management tract at Universitas Gadjah Mada
Authors: Mawarni Dian , Ahmad Riris Andono , Hasanbasri Mubasysyir
Published: March 2018

PuposeThis study aimed to evaluate MPH professional performance through thesis writing. MethodWe review 103 MPH student theses in health policy and management tract from medical library information systems of Universitas Gadjah Mada since 2013 to 2015. We extract topic and reference from each thesis with a questionnaire.ResultsSeventy percent of students choose subject relevant to health policy and health services management tract. Sixty percent of theses are located in quadrant 3 because they have relevant topic but weak on use of appropriate reference. Only several journals in health policy and management are commonly cited in theses such as health policy and planning, health policy, BMC health services research and human resources for health. More references related to other multidisciplines and published over 5 years. ConclusionMPH students are in need of clear understanding of the domain and scope of work they are interested in. Their theses showed limited evidence about references focus that has practical relevance to their future work or to the job they currently have.
The effectiveness of exclusive breastfeeding counseling in expectants in Kutai Kartanegara
Authors: Mufiddah Ismi , Paramastri Ira , Wibowo Trisno Agung
Published: March 2018

Effectiveness of counseling to increase exclusive breastfeeding practice among pregnant women in Tenggarong, Kutai KartanegaraPurposeThis research aimed to examine the effectiveness of breastfeeding counseling, to increase knowledge, attitudes, perception for behavioral control, intention and behavior of mothers in exclusive breastfeeding (EBF).MethodsA quasi-experiment study was conducted by comparing an experimental group (29 participants) and a control group (29 participants). The research was conducted in two public health center at different districts at Kutai Kartanegara. Respondents were pregnant women attending antenatal care. The independent variable was breastfeeding counseling, while dependent variables included knowledge, attitudes, perceived behavioral control, intention and behavior of mother on exclusive breastfeeding.ResultsBreastfeeding counseling during pregnancy increased knowledge about EBF. Counselling increased intentions to EBF as well. However, statistical analyses showed that counseling did not make changes to pregnant women’s attitude, perceived behavioral control, and intention to provide EBF. Similarly, there was no difference regarding the behavioral control and attitude towards EBF.ConclusionCounseling increased knowledge and intention to EBF. However, knowledge and intention were not necessarily improved with behavior in terms of EBF. Further research is needed to improve educational techniques.
Community’s perception of measles immunization in Sleman
Authors: Wahyunarni Yulia Irene , Ahmad Riris Andono , Ratnawati Atik Tri
Published: March 2018

Community perception of measles immunization in SlemanPurposeThis study conducted to explore the community’s perception of measles immunization in Sleman.MethodsA phenomenological study was conducted involving interviews of the head of neighborhood’s ladies who were highly respected by their citizens, mothers with toddlers but refused immunizations, immunized toddler mothers, health workers who did not immunize their children based on information from FGDs of mothers who refused immunization, a toddler father who does not allow his child to be immunized, community leaders and religious leaders, in the village of Sukoharjo whose area has been infected with measles outbreaks. ResultsThe study found that first, people perceived that immunization has no benefit and even causes side effects for children’s under-five health. Second, the community perceives that immunization of measles is not mandatory because of the lack of the government's role in enforcing regulations related to measles immunization. Third, the perception of people against measles immunization is influenced by the behavior of health workers and religious leaders. ConclusionsThe side effects of measles immunization, the influence of health workers' behavior and religious figures related to non-immunization against measles, and the lack of government's role in enforcing regulations related to the appeal of measles immunization are the factors that influence community's perception and a decision of not doing measles immunization. Government appeals related to immunization need to be improved, and in addition, education related to measles hazard should be done to the community, religious leaders and health workers to increase awareness and awareness of the dangers of measles.
Ketinggian lokasi dan residu pestisida pada tomat
Authors: Putri Gading Giovani , Sunarti Sunarti , Suhartini Suhartini
Published: March 2018

Altitude and pesticide residu in tomatoes: study in Batu and TulungagungPurposeThis research aimed to determine the correlation between altitude and chlorothalonil residue in tomato from Batu and Tulungagung.MethodsThis study used a cross sectional design, and was conducted in two places at different altitudes, Batu (>700 m asl) and Tulungagung (<500 m asl).  Tomatoes that were ready to be harvested from field that used chlorothalonil were taken as samples. Independent variables were altitude, dosage and time of application, and also frequency of spraying. Dependent variable was chlorothalonil residue in tomato.ResultsChlorothalonil residue levels in all samples did not exceed MRL (5 mg/kg). The differences between chlorothalonil residue in high and lowlands were not significant (p=0.06). There were differences in dosage application in high and lowland (p=0.004). The result of simple linear regression tests on dosage application obtained p=0.002 which has effect on chlorothalonil residue. The result of simple linear regression test on frequency of spraying obtained p=0.08 which was no effect on chlorothalonil residue. The result of Kruskal Wallis tests on time of application obtained p=0.189 which has no effect on chlorothalonil residueConclusionsChlorothalonil residue on tomatoes from lowlands (Tulungagung) is two times higher than from highland (Batu), but the differences were not significant. There were no effect between dosage application on chlorothalonil residue in tomato.
Analysis of community behavior on garbage disposing in Batang Bakarek-Karek river basin of Padang Panjang
Authors: Yulida Novriza , Suwarni Agus , Sarto Sarto
Published: March 2018

Community behavior in garbage disposal in Batang Bakarek-Karek river basin of Padang PanjangPurposeThe purpose of this study was to analyze the behavior of the people who live around Batang Bakarek-Karek river in disposing of their garbage, which included, knowledge, attitudes, infrastructure, and implementation of government policies of Padang Panjang West Sumatra.MethodsThis research used a cross-sectional survey design. Subjects were breadwinners of the families who live in the watershed of Batang Bakarek-Karek river including 118 people. The independent variables in this study were knowledge, attitude, infrastructures and policy implementation. The dependent variable was waste behavior. Data analysis was performed by using univariate, bivariate analysis with chi-square tests, followed by multivariate analysis using logistic regression tests.ResultsStatistical analysis determined that all the studied variables were significantly related to people's behavior in disposing of their waste, including knowledge, attitude, infrastructure, and policy implementation. The most influential variable on people's behavior in disposing of their waste was their attitude with the value of OR as 7.79. ConclusionAttitude was the most influential variable on people’s behavior in Batang Bakarek-Karek river in disposing of their waste. This research suggests the need for guidance and socialization of waste management policy.
Phenomenological study of primiparous mother's experience of emergency cesarean section in Yogyakarta
Authors: Widhiastuti Ratna , Nurdiati Detty Siti , Setyarini Wahyu Ikka
Published: March 2018

A phenomenological study of primiparous mothers’ experience of emergency cesarean section in YogyakartaPurposeThe purpose of the study was to explore the experience of primipara mothers when the emergency cesarean section was decided at hospital of Wates Kulon Progo in Yogyakarta.Method A phenomenological study was conducted involving in-depth interviews with 7 post emergency cesarean section mothers at hospital of Wates Kulon Progo in Yogyakarta from April until July 2014. ResultsThe study found three themes in the mothers’ experiences related to emergency cesarean section: the perception of the mothers was associated with emergency cesarean section, the influence of spirituality on positive perceptions of mothers and support for mothers in the face of emergency cesarean section. ConclusionMothers have a specific strategy in dealing with the emergency cesarean section which they will experience. Support for mothers in facing emergency cesarean section, spirituality influences on mother's positive perception and mothers’ perceptions related to emergency cesarean section affect mothers’ readiness to undergo emergency cesarean section. It is necessary to create a policy focusing on FCMC by involving family counselors when the mother has decided for emergency cesarean section.
Peran kepala puskesmas SKM dan non SKM dalam meningkatkan kemampuan manajerial puskesmas di kabupaten Oku Timur
Authors: Aulawi Aulawi , Ahmad Riris Andono , Hasanbasri Mubasysyir
Published: March 2018

Role of the head of public health centers from public health graduates and others on improving managerial skills in East OkuPurposeThis study aimed to understand how public health and non-public health backgrounds affect management skill of primary health care heads, based on ten managerial roles. MethodsThis study was a descriptive study with case-series method, using qualitative methods supported by quantitative data. Eight people were recruited as respondents. They consisted of 4 people that were primary healthcare heads with public health background and 4 people that were primary healthcare heads with non-public health background. Respondents were recruited by purposive sampling. Data collection was performed using in-depth interviews and questionnaire. ResultsPrimary healthcare head with public health background owned more work experience than those with non-public health background. Period of employment in primary health care had an influence on managerial capabilities. There were no significant differences of period of employment in primary health care head positions among the longest with the least to the managerial capabilities. Primary health care heads who had been trained with PIM IV training and other structural positions were known to have better management capabilities, especially compared to the leadership role of those who had not been trained.ConclusionThere was no significant difference in managerial capacity between primary health care heads with public health and those with non-public health background.
Kualitas udara ambien dan fungsi paru pada siswa sekolah dasar di Yogyakarta
Authors: Wulansari Anjas , Sarto Sarto , Saleh Yusrizal Djam’an
Published: March 2018

Ambient air quality and lung function of elementary school students in YogyakartaPurposeThe purpose of this study was to analyze the association between ambient air level and lung function of elementary school students. MethodsThis research was an observational study on 115 students from 6 schools. Research variables were ambient air pollution (SO2, NO2, O3, and TSP) and lung function (Peak Expiratory Flow Rate - PEFR). Data analysis used chi-square test, Mann Whitney and logistic regression tests.ResultsThe ambient air quality among elementary school students in solid and non-solid traffic environments is still below the required threshold values. There was a relationship between SO2, NO2, O3, and TSP (p <0.05) in ambient air with lung function of children and TSP levels in ambient air became the main factor associated with lung function after multivariate analysis with school location factor, type sex, nutritional status, cigarette exposure, and exercise habits. ConclusionThe main factors that affect the lung function of students are cigarette exposure, exercise habits and TSP levels. The head master need to activate school health units and little doctors to keep students away from smoke exposure.
Air toluene exposure and peripheral neuropathy cases in offset printing in Sleman
Authors: Pratamasari Fadhila , Setyopranoto Ismail , Soebijanto Soebijanto
Published: March 2018

Air toluene exposure and peripheral neuropathy cases in offset printingPurposeThe purpose of this paper was to determine the relationship between toluene exposure in the air at each workstation in offset printing with the incidence of peripheral neuropathy.MethodsA cross-sectional study was conducted involving total sampling of the offset printing workers who met the criteria. ResultsThe study found that there was no correlation between toluene exposure in the air with the incidence of peripheral neuropathy in offset printing workers in Sleman. Based on the ENMG test, there were only 21.42% workers diagnosed with peripheral neuropathy from 14 workers diagnosed with neuropathy; and it can be ascertained that these were not caused by toluene exposure in the air. ConclusionThere was no correlation between toluene exposure in the air in offset printing with peripheral neuropathy for this study. Weight, length of work, and education were the factors of toluene exposure found in this study. Workers need to pay attention to the limits of the length of exposure.
Stres dan kejadian premenstrual syndrome pada mahasiswi pondok pesantren Surya Global
Authors: Fatimah Akifah , Prabandari Yayi Suryo , Emilia Ova
Published: March 2018

Stress and premenstrual syndrome events in female college students in boarding schoolsPurposeThis study aimed to determine the correlation between stress and premenstrual syndrome events in female college students who live in Islamic boarding schools.MethodThis study used a cross-sectional design. Respondents were female college students who live in boarding schools and met inclusion criteria as a respondent. Data collection technique was simple random sampling.ResultsThere were correlations between stress and premenstrual syndrome, and the external variable which was related with premenstrual syndrome was age of menarche. Prevalence of female college students who experienced stress was 34.9% and prevalence of premenstrual syndrome was 32.8%. Severe symptoms experienced by respondents were physical symptoms (22.3%) such as breast tenderness, headache, joint or muscle pain, bloating, weight gain, fatigue or weakness (21.6%), and decreased interest of doing activities at home/dorm (18.1%).ConclusionFemale college students who experienced stress have more potential to experience premenstrual syndrome than female college students who did not experience stress.
Lifestyle of hypertension patients who is participated in Jaminan Kesehatan Nasional (JKN) in Batang
Authors: Bahrun Mutmainah , Prabandari Yayi Suryo , Hendrartini Yulita
Published: March 2018

Hypertension-related lifestyle and participation in chronic disease service programs in Batang districtPurposeThe purpose of this paper was to explore the behavior of hypertension patients who participated in the universal health coverage that forms a lifestyle in the prevention of complications due to hypertension.MethodsA qualitative-case study was conducted involving observations and depth interviews to 13 hypertension patients who participated in universal health coverage, including 2 wives and 1 husband of patients with hypertension, and also 3 doctors who were BPJS partners in Batang.ResultsThe study found that first, hypertension patients in Batang knew that they were potentially affected by complications due to hypertension. Second, there was a difference in experience and behavior among hypertension patients of prolanis (chronic disease service programs) members and non-prolanis members. The behavior of hypertension patients of prolanis members tended to be better than non-prolanis. Third, consumption of antihypertensive drugs was preferred in the prevention of complications due to hypertension rather than improving or modifying the behavior of hypertension patients.ConclusionThe positive experience of hypertension patients while being a JKN participant of prolanis and non-prolanis members formed a different lifestyle, and also had different prevention efforts. Innovative, adaptive and accessible information delivery needs to be considered in an effort to improve the lifestyle behavior of hypertension patients.
PEMANGKASAN AKAR DAN INOKULASI JMA SEBAGAI UPAYA PENINGKATAN FITOREMEDIASI TANAH TERCEMAR MERKURI AKIBAT PENAMBANGAN EMAS OLEH TANAMAN JATI DI KOKAP KULON PROGO YOGYAKARTA (Under ground root pruning and JMA inoculation to improve phytoremediation of soil contaminated with mercury due to gold mining by Tectona grandis in Kokap Kulonprogo Yogyakarta)
Authors: Zulkoni Akhsin , Rahyuni Dewi , Nasirudin Nasirudin
Published: March 2018

ABSTRAKPenelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh pemangkasan akar (underground root pruning/URP) terhadap fitoremediasi tanah yang tercemar merkuri di Kokap Kulon Progo Yogyakarta. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan menggunakan rancangan acak kelompok lengkap dengan tiga ulangan. Faktor pertama adalah URP, yaitu dengan dan tanpa URP. Faktor kedua ialah takaran Jamur Mikoriza Arbuskula (JMA), meliputi 0; 50; 100, dan 150 g/pot. Hasil penelitian telah membuktikan bahwa pemangkasan akar serta inokulasi JMA ke dalam tanah sisa olahan penambangan emas telah berhasil memacu proses fitoremediasi melalui perluasan rizosfer. Serapan merkuri oleh tanaman Jati yang menjalani pemangkasan akar serta inokulasi JMA sebanyak 100% paling tinggi dibanding perlakuan lain maupun kontrol. Pada perlakuan ini, efisiensi penurunan merkuri di dalam tanah oleh tanaman jati sebesar 88,61%, sedangkan kontrol hanya mencapai 64,11%. ABSTRACTThis study aims to determine the effect of underground root pruning (URP) of the mercury-contaminated soil phytoremediation in Kokap Kulon Progo, Yogyakarta. This study was conducted using complete randomized block design with three replications. The first factor is the URP, that divided as with and without URP (root pruning). The second factor is the dose of JMA, are 0; 50; 100, and 150 g/pot. Results of studies have proven that the root pruning and inoculation of JMA into the residual gold mining soil has successfully accelerated the process of phytoremediation through the expansion of the rhizosphere. Mercury uptake by Tectona grandis, Linn F that is with root pruning and 100% JMA inoculation are highest other treatment and control. In this treatment, the removal efficiency of mercury in the soil by plants amounted to 88.61% identity, meanwhile control only reached 64.11%.
Función pulmonar en falcémicos homocigotos de 5 a 15 años en consulta de hematología, Hospital Materno Infantil San Lorenzo De Los Mina agosto-octubre, 2015
Authors: Pantaleón Elsa Camilo
Published: March 2018

Se realizó un estudio descriptivo, retrospectivo, de corte transversal, para determinar la función pulmonar en falcémicos homocigotos de 5 a 15 años en la consulta de hematología del Hospital Materno Infantil San Lorenzo de Los Mina, durante el período agosto-octubre de 2015. De un total de 200 pacientes, 23 cumplieron con los criterios de inclusión. La edad más afectada es entre 10-15 años, equivalente a un 57%. El sexo masculino fue el más frecuente, con el 52%. La neumonía fue la enfermedad pulmonar previa más común, con un 48%. El 30% de los niños cursó con complicaciones, siendo el Síndrome Torácico Agudo el más reportado, con 6 casos (26%). Todos los pacientes tenían aplicada la vacuna antineumocócica. El 74% había sido transfundido. El tratamiento de sostén en el 70% de los casos era la hidroxiurea, y una combinación de hidroxiurea más terapia transfusional, en el 13% de los pacientes. Los niveles de hemoglobina más frecuentes correspondieron a la escala de 3-6 gramos y 18-27%, para un total de 11 casos. El patrón ventilatorio más frecuente fue el restrictivo en el 78% de los pacientes.
Frecuencia y manejo de hematuria y proteinuria en pacientes atendidos en la Emergencia de Pediatría Del Hospital Materno Infantil San Lorenzo De Los Mina, República Dominicana, abril de 2016
Authors: De La Rosa Brito Willna , Guzmán Manuel
Published: March 2018

Se realizó un estudio descriptivo, prospectivo, de corte transversal, con el objetivo de establecer la frecuencia y el manejo de hematuria y proteinuria en pacientes atendidos en la emergencia de pediatría del Hospital Materno Infantil San Lorenzo de Los Mina, durante el mes de abril de 2016. Unos 54 pacientes cursaron con proteinuria o hematuria, lo que representa un 3.29% de los niños y adolescentes atendidos durante ese período. Los pacientes masculinos (67%) y los de edad entre 2-5 años (46.29%) fueron los más afectados.Los signos y síntomas agregados más frecuentes fueron vómitos, con un 42.59%, y fiebre, con un 40.74%. De los pacientes estudiados, el 40.74% cursó con amigdalitis como antecedente personal patológico; el 48.14% de sus familiares padece de hipertensión arterial. El método empleado para el diagnóstico fue la tira reactiva, dando como resultado un 77.77% con proteinuria, y un 14.81% para hematuria; el 7.40% de ellos presentó ambos hallazgos.En conclusión, se debe dar seguimiento a los pacientes que diagnostiquemos con proteinuria o hematuria para evitar complicaciones renales crónicas.
МОДЕЛИРОВАНИЕ АЭРОДИНАМИЧЕСКОЙ НЕУСТОЙЧИВОСТИ СТРОИТЕЛЬНЫХ КОНСТРУКЦИЙ НА ПРИМЕРЕ СЕЧЕНИЯ МОСТА ЧАСТЬ 1: ОЦЕНКА АЭРОДИНАМИЧЕСКОЙ НЕУСТОЙЧИВОСТИ СЕЧЕНИЯ ИНЖЕНЕРНЫМИ МЕТОДАМИ
Authors: Lantsova Irina Yu. , Afanasyeva Irina N.
Published: March 2018

Данная статья посвящена оценке аэродинамической неустойчивости мостовых конструкций. В ходе численного моделирования были получены аэродинамические характеристики, которые были использованы для оценки аэродинамической неустойчивости согласно Еврокоду. В многовариантных расчетах для исследования влияния турбулентности использовались две модели турбулентности (k-w SST и DES). Используя инженерные оценки, приведенные в Еврокоде, были определены критические скорости возникновения галопирования, дивергенции и вихревого возбуждения для сечения Такомского моста. Также представлено сравнение результатов для критериев аэродинамической неустойчивости, полученные для разных моделей турбулентности. Полученные результаты показали качественное совпадение для рассмотренных моделей турбулентности.
LOCAL NUMERICAL SOLUTION OF BOUNDARY PROBLEMS OF STRUCTURAL MECHANICS WITH THE USE OF HYBRID DISCRETE WAVELET BASIS
Authors: Mozgaleva Marina L. , Akimov Pavel A. , Semin Dmitry F.
Published: March 2018

The distinctive paper is devoted to the two-grid method of structural analysis based on hybrid discrete wavelet basis (in particular, the simplest one-dimensional problems are under consideration). Approximations of he mesh functions in this basis, general idea of the two-grid method and one-dimensional numerical example of beam analysis are presented.
FEATURES OF THE NUMERICAL SOLUTION OF BOUNDARY VALUE PROBLEMS WITH THE USE OF PYTHON ALGORITHMIC PROGRAMMING LANGUAGE
Authors: Mondrus Vladimir L. , Sizov Dmitry K.
Published: March 2018

The solution of the majority of the practical tasks arising at calculation of constructions demands a numerical solution of boundary value problems. In article on examples of a solution of specific boundary value problems possibilities of a modern object-oriented programming language of Python are described. This lan-guage possesses convenient syntax and opportunities of flexible use of the existing libraries of the numerical methods allowing the user to prepare a program code and to start studying of a task in the shortest terms. Rich opportunities of graphic library Matplotlib are allowed to have graphic display of results of calculation. The Numpy library used in article is standard library for carrying out any matrix and vector calculations in the Python language, its application turns the Python language on Wednesday for programming of numerical calculations, similar to such widely known software products as Matlab and GNU Octave. In article the method of finite differences has solved a task for Laplace's equation, the describing field distribution of temperature on rectangular area; problem of search of a minimum of functionality of Dirikhle by a variational-difference method; a dy-namic problem of vibration of weight on a visco-elastic element at vibrations of the basis and a three-dimensional task of the theory of elasticity by a variational-difference method.
COMPUTER MODELING OF NONLINEAR SYSTEM VIBRATIONS WITH APPLOWANCE FOR NONLOCAL DAMPING
Authors: Potapov Vadim V. , Shepitko Elena S.
Published: March 2018

The paper is devoted to the analysis of the nonlocal damping consideration influence on the results of computer modeling of nonlinear systems subjected to periodic deterministic and stochastic stationary loads forced vibrations The shallow arc dynamic behavior is examined. The Galerkin method is used for the problem solving
INFLUENCE OF ELEVATED TEMPERATURES ON MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF CONCRETE
Authors: Andreev Vladimir I. , Polyakova Lyudmila S.
Published: March 2018

he paper considers the influence of elevated temperatures in the range from 20°C to 800°C in the mechanical properties of the concrete the thermal expansion, elastic modulus, shear deformation coefficient, strength. Functions describing the dependences of the mechanical characteristics of concrete on temperature as well as functions approximating the nonlinear diagram deformation of concrete at elevated temperatures are pro-posed.
APPROBATION OF THE NUMERICAL METHOD OF CALCULATING THE DYNAMIC STRESS-STRAIN STATE OF THE THREE-DIMENSIONAL SYSTEM “FOUNDATION – FACILITY OF THE PRESSURE FRONT HYDRAULIC ENGINEERING STRUCTURE – WATER RESERVOIR” ON THE EXAMPLE OF THE CLUSTER-REGULATOR
Authors: Dmitriev Dmitry S.
Published: March 2018

In the article, the results of approbation of the developed technique of the refined numerical simula-tion of the dynamic stress-strain state of the three-dimensional system “ground base (earth foundation) – reser-voir – construction of the pressure head of the hydraulic system” under seismic influences. A comparison is made between two different ways of modeling the fluid interacting with the structure and the base of the hydroe-lectric power station. The issues of choosing the dimensions of the base unit and taking into account the inertial load from it, as well as the method of determining the initial seismic action, are touched upon.
ON THE USE OF EXTENDED PLATE THEORIES OF VEKUA – AMOSOV TYPE FOR WAVE DISPERSION PROBLEMS
Authors: Zhavoronok Sergey I.
Published: March 2018

he extended plate theory of I.N. Vekua – A.A. Amosov type is constructed on the background of the dimensional reduction approach and the Lagrangian variational formalism of analytical dynamics. The proposed theory allows one to obtain the hierarchy of refined plate models of different orders and to satisfy the boundary conditions on plates’ faces exactly by introducing the corresponding constraint equations into the Lagrangian model of two-dimensional continuum. The normal wave dispersion in an elastic layer is considered, the convergence of the two-dimensional solutions to the exact one is studied for the locking phase frequencies, the dimensionless stress distributions across the thickness of a layer are shown.
ON ONE NUMERICAL METHOD FOR THE COMPUTING OF SEDIMENTATION OF THE SURFACE OF THE SOIL MASSIVE CAUSED BY THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE SHELL LINING OF THE TUNNEL
Authors: Kosytsyn Sergey B. , Akulich Vladimir Y.
Published: March 2018

The distinctive work is aimed at the geotechnical forecast of the influence of the construction of the tunnel on the change in the stress-strain state of the surrounding soil mass, namely, the precipitations that arise on the surface of the earth. The work assumes both a numerical and an analytical solution with subsequent com-parative analysis
The effect of national cultural differences of board members on integrated reporting
Authors: Alfiero Simona , Cane Massimo , Doronzo Ruggiero , Esposito Alfredo
Published: March 2018

This research, based on stakeholder theory and the national cultural dimensions, aims to test the influence of foreigners on board and its size on Integrated Reporting (IR) practices. The analysis is based on a sample of 1,058 European companies from 18 different countries, who adopted or not the IR for the year 2015, and it relies on a Logit. The dependent variable is a dummy (presenting or not the IR) and the independent variables are represented by the board characteristics (foreigners and size). The impact of the critical mass on the presence of foreigners and the cultural dimension on the basis of directors’ nationality was tested relying on the masculinity/femininity dimension of Hofstede. Besides, the directors’ country of origin was considered, namely if they belong to the major European countries presenting a wider IR diffusion. The relationship between foreigners on board and IR is found to be negative. This means that companies with at least one foreigner are less inclined to adopt IR. The results show that the boards with more of three foreign administrators have a major propensity to adopt the IR. The membership of the directors in countries with a feminist culture also has a positive effect.
Implementing the board of directors’ mechanism – An empirical study of the listed firms in Libya
Authors: Atkins Jill , Zakari Mohamed , Elshahoubi Ismail
Published: March 2018

This paper aims to investigate the extent to which board of directors’ mechanism is implemented in Libyan listed companies. This includes a consideration of composition, duties and responsibilities of the board directors. This study employed a questionnaire survey to collect required data from four key stakeholder groups: Boards of Directors (BD), Executive Managers (EM), Regulators and External Auditors (RE) and Other Stakeholders (OS). The results of this study provided evidence that Libyan listed companies generally comply with the Libyan Corporate Governance Code (LCGC) requirements regarding the board composition: the findings assert that most boards have between three and eleven members, the majority of whom are non-executives and at least two or one-third of whom (whichever is greater) are independent. Moreover, the results indicate that general assemblies in Libyan listed companies are practically committed to the LCGC’s requirements regarding the appointment of board members and their length of tenure. The findings provide evidence that boards in Libyan listed companies are carrying out their duties and responsibilities in accordance with internal regulations and laws, as well as the stipulations of the LCGC (2007). Furthermore, the stakeholder groups were broadly satisfied that board members are devoting sufficient time and effort to discharge these duties and responsibilities properly. This study helps to enrich our understanding and knowledge of the current practice of corporate boards as a significant mechanism of corporate governance (CG) by being the first to address the board of directors’ mechanism in Libyan listed companies.
Corporate sustainability and environmental disasters: A case of the 2011 Thai floods
Authors: Terdpaopong Kanitsorn , Zepp Raymond A. , Manapreechadeelert Penprapak
Published: March 2018

Manufacturing companies suffered from the floods that happened in 2011 and left many companies in the financial fragile situation. This research examines whether the Thai floods of 2011 had differential effects among variously sized businesses, as well as among Thai, Japanese and other foreign companies. Financial records were gathered from 514 companies out of an initial 651 from seven industrial estates in Thailand affected by the floods. This research collects quantitative data to verify that disasters have differing effects on different types of companies. Comparisons were made among the various types of companies from years 2011 through 2015 on: Return on Assets (ROA), Return on Equity (ROE), Gross Profit Margins (GPM), Operating Profit Margins (OPM), and Net Profit Margins (NPM), using Kruskal-Wallis ANOVA, and Dunn’s post-hoc tests. Significant differences were found among the various sizes on companies in most of the five measures in most years, especially 2011-2013. Similar, but smaller differences were found among companies of different nationalities. The study suggests ways in which companies and government agencies may work together to mitigate the effects of future disasters.
Evaluation of the integration between corporate and financial performance: The social impact bond financial instrument
Authors: Tuccillo Danilo , Ferrone Caterina , Agliata Francesco
Published: March 2018

The social impact bond (SIB), at the present in Italy, is a financial instrument issued by a bank to support social initiatives in which the subscriber will receive a limited financial return on investment. As part of that performance, the social return for the community is considered as an integration of the financial performance that will replace a part of the interest rate. The first experience in Italy is represented by a bank that has issued 45 Social Bond for 472 million euros. The research analyses, on the basis of the character-ristics of the third sector in Italy, with particular reference to the financial weakness of the sector, the possible impact on the financial management process in the social enterprises by the use of SIB. Moreover, we would demonstrate that, with a well-conducted cost-benefit analysis, it is possible to construct a hypothesis of SIB in which the repayment is based on market rate. In particular, is proposed the development of a SIB with the objective of formulating hypotheses of response to the innovative following questions: Given certain cost drivers, what social outcomes would generate savings for the state budget able to fully repay the fixed costs of the SIB, to give a percentage of the benefit to the government and to ensure the repayment to investors? How to identify the timing of cash flows in order to structure a potential internal rate of return objective satisfactory for investors? Due to the lack of already developed case studies, with the technics of the business plan, we analyse the impact of SIB on social and financial performance, both from the point of view of the Public Administration and of the social enterprise, in a project of social housing introducing a remuneration rate at market level. The development of the project shows that, with the integration of the private and public perspective, it is possible to improve the social and financial performance offering an adequate interest rate and, moreover, without limit the hypothesis of SIB underwriting to the philanthropic institution.
Editorial note
Authors: Mozghovyi Yaroslav
Published: March 2018

The current issue of the Journal of Governance and Regulation pays attention to the problems of corporate bankruptcies, relationship marketing in banks, corporate social responsibility in SMEs, monetary operations and Islamic banking in the GCC, corporate brand extensions, the impact of risk factors on the financial performance of the commercial banking sector
Users Knowledge on Awareness of Health Implications of Energy Emitted from ICT Devices
Authors: Uchenna Igboeli , Silas Faki Ageebee
Published: March 2018

Humans are generally exposed to various sources of radiation in the course of our day-to-day activities irrespective of our work environment. Though these non-ionizing radiations from common sources like phones, computers, electronic devices, power lines and wireless devices are not known to present serious health risks, control remains the watchword. This study investigate the level of awareness of the health challenges posed by radiation from mobile phones, computers and other ICT devices among users and to suggest ways of reducing these free radicals from the body. A total of 500 students were used for the study with the aid of “Impact Awareness Questionnaire” developed and tested for face and content validity and a reliability test by internal consistency and stability assessments. The data captured in the study was tested using simple percentages, frequencies and Chi-Square. The result from this study establishes that there is no significant relationship between knowing that ICT devices radiate EMF and taking proactive measures to reduce the negative health effects. Though a vast majority of the respondents believe that radiation from their devices affects them health-wise, only a few are making efforts to reduce the effects.
Endogenous Glucose Production and Hormonal Changes in Response to Canagliflozin and Liraglutide Combination Therapy
Authors: Martinez Robert , Al-Jobori Hussein , Ali Ali M. , Adams John , Abdul-Ghani Muhammad , Triplitt Curtis , DeFronzo Ralph A. , Cersosimo Eugenio
Published: March 2018

The decrement in plasma glucose concentration with SGLT2 inhibitors (SGLT2i) is blunted by a rise in endogenous glucose production (EGP). We investigated the ability of incretin treatment to offset the EGP increase. Subjects with type 2 diabetes (n = 36) were randomized to 1) canagliflozin (CANA), 2) liraglutide (LIRA), or 3) CANA plus LIRA (CANA/LIRA). EGP was measured with [3-3H]glucose with or without drugs for 360 min. In the pretreatment studies, EGP was comparable and decreased (2.2 ± 0.1 to 1.7 ± 0.2 mg/kg ⋅ min) during a 300- to 360-min period (P < 0.01). The decrement in EGP was attenuated with CANA (2.1 ± 0.1 to 1.9 ± 0.1 mg/kg ⋅ min) and CANA/LIRA (2.2 ± 0.1 to 2.0 ± 0.1 mg/kg ⋅ min), whereas with LIRA it was the same (2.4 ± 0.2 to 1.8 ± 0.2 mg/kg ⋅ min) (all P < 0.05 vs. baseline). After CANA, the fasting plasma insulin concentration decreased (18 ± 2 to 12 ± 2 μU/mL, P < 0.05), while it remained unchanged in LIRA (18 ± 2 vs. 16 ± 2 μU/mL) and CANA/LIRA (17 ± 1 vs. 15 ± 2 μU/mL). Mean plasma glucagon did not change during the pretreatment studies from 0 to 360 min, while it increased with CANA (69 ± 3 to 78 ± 2 pg/mL, P < 0.05), decreased with LIRA (93 ± 6 to 80 ± 6 pg/mL, P < 0.05), and did not change in CANA/LIRA. LIRA prevented the insulin decline and blocked the glucagon rise observed with CANA but did not inhibit the increase in EGP. Factors other than insulin and glucagon contribute to the stimulation of EGP after CANA-induced glucosuria.
TREN GENETIK PERTUMBUHAN ANTAR POPULASI Hibiscus macrophyllus Roxb.Ex Hornem DI JAWA
Authors: Susanto Mudji , Mashudi Mashudi
Published: March 2018

Penelitian ditujukan untuk memperoleh tren genetik pertumbuhan Hibiscus macrophyllus dari beberapa populasi pada tingkat semai. Penelitian menggunakan materia genetik dari 7 populasi atau provenans di Pulau Jawa. Rancanganpenelitian menggunakan Rancangan Acak Komplet Blok dengan menguji 112 famili perkawinan terbuka dari 7 provenans dari Pulau Jawa (Cipatujah, Tasikmalaya; Ciguha-Pagerageng, Tasikmalaya; and Pamarican, Banjar Patroman, Ciamis; Samigaluh, Kulon Progo, Yogyakarta; Banyuasin, Purworejo, Jawa Tengah; Sumberwrigin, Bondowoso, Jawa Timur; and Senduro, Lumajang, Jawa Timur). Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa semua populasi yang diteliti memperlihatkan tren pertumbuhan yang hampir sama. Hertabilitas individu pertumbuhan sangat berfltuasi mulai umur 0,5 bulan sampai dengan umur 2,5 bulan. Estimasi heritabilitas indvidu untuk tinggi semai tergolong tinggi (h2i=0.53) pada umur 2,5 bulan di persemaian. Keragaman genetik pertumbuhan antar populasi maupun antar famili di dalam populasi sangat signifian.
AKTIVITAS ANTIBAKTERI EKSTRAK METANOL BUAH Syzygium polyanthum TERHADAP PERTUMBUHAN BAKTERI Escherichia coli
Authors: Mawan Agni Rimba , Indriwati Sri Endah , Suhadi Suhadi
Published: March 2018

Buah salam (Syzygium polyanthum) memiliki manfaat sebagai obat. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui daya hambat ekstrak metanol buah Syzygium polyanthum terhadap pertumbuhan bakteri Escherchia coli. Ekstraksi dilakukandengan cara maserasi menggunakan pelarut metanol. Konsentrasi ekstrak yang digunakan adalah 40%, 60%, dan 80%, dengan tetracycline sebagai kontrol positif dan aquades sebagai kontrol negatif. Aktivitas antibakteri diuji dengan menggunakan metode one way anova, dilanjutkan dengan uji LSD (least signifiance diffrent). Hasil uji aktivitas antibakteri menunjukkan bahwa ekstrak buah Syzygium polyanthum berpengaruh signifian dalam menghambat pertumbuhan bakteri Escherchia coli(p <0,05). Konsentrasi 80% memiliki aktivitas paling tinggi dalam menghambat pertumbuhan bakteri Escherchia coli, yang tidak berbeda nyata dengan konsentrasi 60% dan kontrol positif. Kesimpulan dari penelitian ini adalah ekstrak metanol buah Syzygium polyanthum memiliki aktivitas antibakteri terhadap Escherchia coli