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Case Report: Acute pyelonephritis and hearing loss in scrub typhus
Authors: Venketesan Sivaranjini , Jain Dheeraj , Viswanathan Stalin , Gayathri Murugesan Sivagurunathan
Published: March 2019

Acute pyelonephritis is a common renal manifestation in patients with diabetes. A 52-year-old diabetic lady presented with loin pain, dysuria, and fever and urinary incontinence that had begun seven and three days prior to presentation respectively. She was treated with escalating spectra of intravenous antibiotics without improvement. Urine and blood cultures were sterile, while radiological investigations were suggestive of pyelonephritis. Mild hepatic dysfunction prompted consideration of scrub typhus and she improved with empirical doxycycline. Scrub IgM was later confirmed to be positive. In conclusion, local prevalence of systemic infections such as rickettsioses should always be considered in diabetics with fever, even if symptoms and signs otherwise suggest typical diabetes-related infections. We, therefore report a case of acute pyelonephritis caused by scrub typhus which has not been previously described in English medical literature.
ЛИНГВОДИДАКТИЧЕСКИЙ ПОТЕНЦИАЛ ДЕТСКИХ СТИХОВ В КУРСЕ РУССКОГО ЯЗЫКА КАК ИНОСТРАННОГО
Authors: Zhuravleva Elena Anatolyevna
Published: March 2019

Цель. Целью данного исследования является выявление и описание лингводидактических возможностей детской поэзии на занятиях по русскому языку как иностранному на начальных этапах обучения (А1 и А2).Методы исследования. Представленная работа опирается на лингвометодический анализ детских стихов А.Л. и П.Н. Барто, А.А. Усачева, С.Я. Маршака, С.В. Михалкова и других российских и советских детских писателей, на основе которого были сделаны следующие выводы.Результаты. Во-первых, обосновывается целесообразность использования текстов художественной литературы на занятиях по иностранному языку. Во-вторых, выделяются характеристики детского стихотворения как (художественного) текста, в том числе диалогичность и коммуникативность; выявляется его способность выступать в качестве носителя информации о культуре страны изучаемого языка и ресурса для обучения иностранному языку. В-третьих, определяются те особенности детской литературы, которые делают возможным использование детских стихов на начальных этапах обучения РКИ.Область применения результатов. Теоретические положения, как и выводы, сделанные в ходе данного исследования, могут быть использованы на практических занятиях по русскому языку как иностранному, а также в курсе методики преподавания РКИ.
ПЕДАГОГИЧЕСКИЕ УСЛОВИЯ ФОРМИРОВАНИЯ ОРГАНИЗАЦИОННОЙ КУЛЬТУРЫ БУДУЩИХ ОФИЦЕРОВ РОСГВАРДИИ
Authors: Shcherbakov Stanislav Olegovich , Naumov Petr Yurevich , Dyachkov Alexey Anatolyevich
Published: March 2019

Настоящая работа посвящена исследованию педагогических условий, необходимых для формирования организационной культуры будущих офицеров Росгвардии.Предметом исследования выступают сущность и содержание педагогических условий формирования организационной куль­туры.Метод или методология проведения работы. Методологической основой исследования выступает системный и диалектический подходы, интерпретированные для решения задач педагогических исследований.Результаты. Результаты работы заключаются в том, что авторами выявлены и определены педагогические условия формирования организационной культуры будущих офицеров Росгвардии, к которым относятся: нормативно-правовые; мотивационно-ценностные; содержательные; организационно-управленческие; результативно-корректировочные условия.Область применения результатов. Результаты исследования могут быть применены в образовательной теории и практике, а также при организации педагогического процесса в военном вузе.
ТРАДИЦИОННЫЕ И ИННОВАЦИОННЫЕ ПОДХОДЫ К ОЦЕНИВАНИЮ ОБРАЗОВАТЕЛЬНЫХ РЕЗУЛЬТАТОВ ШКОЛЬНИКОВ ВО ФРАНЦИИ
Authors: Vorobieva Svetlana Gennadevna , Vorobieva Anna Yurevna , Krasheninnikova Ekaterina Ivanovna
Published: March 2019

В статье рассматривается проблема совершенствования системы оценивания в соответствии с нуждами общества в конкретный период времени.Цель. Основной целью статьи является анализ научной литературы, выявляющей различные подходы к оцениванию образовательных результатов учебной деятельности во Франции. Авторы также сравнивают взгляды на оценивание, представленные в работах известных французских педагогов, психологов и деятелей в сфере образования.Метод или методология проведения работы. Теоретический анализ психолого-педагогической литературы французских ученых, принцип системности, структурности и преемственности.Результаты. Результаты работы заключаются в том, что авторы, анализируя полученные данные, делают вывод о том, что оценивание учащихся по компетенциям исключает селективность и более точно отражает достижения учащихся. Наиболее оптимальным подходом может стать сочетание традиционного и инновационного методов оценивания.Область применения результатов. Представленные в статье данные могут быть использованы отечественными педагогами для совершенствования системы оценивания, существующей в современной России.
ПРОБЛЕМЫ ПРОФЕССИОНАЛЬНОЙ ИДЕНТИФИКАЦИИ СТУДЕНТОВ КОЛЛЕДЖА
Authors: Gitman Elena Konstantinovna , Soloveva Svetlana Igorevna
Published: March 2019

Цель: статья посвящена проблеме профессиональной идентификации студентов в колледже. Предметом анализа выступает профессиональная идентификация студентов колледжа как составляющая социальной идентификации. Авторы ставят своей целью выявить проблемы сущностных изменений процесса идентификации в профессиональной деятельности на современном этапе развития общества.Методы исследования: в качестве основного метода диагностики и тестирования для определения уровня идентификации были использованы тест по методике М. Куна «Кто я?» в модификации Т.В. Румянцевой и «Тест смысло-жизненных ориентаций» в модификации Д.А. Леонтьева и аналитико-синтетические методы.Результаты: по результатам опроса студентов рассматривается взаимосвязь основных категорий и ключевых понятий, характеризующих процесс идентификации студента в профессиональной деятельности. Авторы делают вывод о наличии проблемы профессиональной идентификации студента в современных условиях.Область применения результатов: полученные результаты исследования могут оказаться полезными при разработке рекомендаций педагогам по развитию профессиональной идентификации у студентов.
ОСОБЕННОСТИ МОТИВАЦИИ ПРОФЕССИОНАЛЬНОЙ ДЕЯТЕЛЬНОСТИ МЕДИЦИНСКИХ РАБОТНИКОВ
Authors: Merzljakova KseniaSvetlana Vasil’evna , Kuligina Nataliya Vladimirovna
Published: March 2019

Цель – провести сравнительный анализ мотивации профессиональной деятельности у врачей и среднего медицинского персонала высокотехнологичного медицинского учреждения кардиохирургического профиля.Метод или методология проведения работы. Теоретические методы: анализ научной отечественной и зарубежной литературы. Методы сбора эмпирических данных: анкетный опрос, «Двухфакторный профиль Ф. Герцберга», «Мотивация профессиональной деятельности» К. Замфир в модификации А.А. Реана. Методы статистического анализа данных.Результаты. Установлено, что в значимости мотивов трудовой деятельности у врачей и среднего медицинского персонала существуют достоверные различия. Если мотивирующие факторы оказываются более значимыми для врачей, то гигиенические факторы преобладают у среднего медицинского персонала. У врачей в большей степени выражена внутренняя мотивация, более важными являются мотивы наиболее полной самореализации в трудовой деятельности, стремление к продвижению по службе. Для среднего медицинского персонала характерны более высокие значения внешней отрицательной мотивации, а также значимость таких мотивов, как стремление избежать критики со стороны руководителя или коллег, возможных наказаний или неприятностей, достижение социального престижа и уважения со стороны других. Мотивационный комплекс у врачей является оптимальным, отличается доминированием внутренней мотивации. Мотивационный комплекс среднего медицинского персонала отличается от врачей снижением внутренней мотивации и повышением внешней отрицательной мотивации.Область применения результатов. Результаты эмпирического исследования могут быть полезны руководителям сферы здравоохранения, HR-менеджерам, организационным психологам в процессе управления человеческими ресурсами.
ЗАЩИТНО-СОВЛАДАЮЩЕЕ ПОВЕДЕНИЕ ПЕДАГОГОВ В СИТУАЦИИ ПЕРЕЖИВАНИЯ ПРОФЕССИОНАЛЬНОГО КРИЗИСА ЛИЧНОСТИ
Authors: Sadovnikova Nadezhda Olegovna
Published: March 2019

Целью исследования явилось рассмотрение вопроса об особенностях защитно-совладающего поведения педагогов, переживающих профессиональный кризис личности. В статье освещается ряд исследований как зарубежных, так и отечественных ученых, раскрывающих как феноменологию кризиса и кризисных состояний личности, так и феноменологию защитного и совладающего поведения.Метод и методология проведения работы: в качестве общей методологии исследования выступили: системный, синергетический, контекстный, историко-эволюционный, феноменологические подходы. Частную методологию составили подходы к исследования копинг-поведения Т.Л. Крюковой,Результаты исследования: в ходе теоретико-эмпирического исследования было установлено, что ситуация профессионального кризиса личности носит стрессовый характер. Переживание педагогами профессионального кризиса личности актуализирует потребность в совладании с ним. Эмпирическое исследование позволило выявить особенности защитно-совладающего поведения педагогов, переживающих профессиональный кризис личности, среди которых: использование неконструктивных механизмам психологической защиты (отрицание и вытеснении) наряду с конструктивным проблемно ориентированным копингом.Область применения: полученные результаты носят практический характер, они могут быть интересны педагогам, психологам и руководителям образовательных организаций в рамках организации деятельности психологической службы образования.
ИССЛЕДОВАНИЕ ВЗАИМОСВЯЗИ СОЦИАЛЬНОГО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТА И КОПИНГ-СТРАТЕГИЙ (НА ПРИМЕРЕ ГРУПП С РАЗНЫМ УРОВНЕМ РАЗВИТИЯ СОЦИАЛЬНОГО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТА)
Authors: Smorkalova Tatiana Leonidovna
Published: March 2019

Актуальность. Проблемным на сегодняшний день является вопрос о связи копинг-стратегий и социального интеллекта. Единичные работы посвящены связи социального интеллекта и копинг-стратегий, результаты данных исследований противоречивы.Цель. Изучить связь копинг-стратегий и социального интеллекта в группах с разным уровнем развития социального интеллекта.Материалы и методы. Эмпирическую базу исследования составили юноши и девушки 17–18 лет. Были использованы методика «Социальный интеллект» Дж. Гилфорда и О’Салливан, Методика для психологической диагностики копинг-механизмов Э. Хайма.Результаты. Установлена связь между различными уровнями социального интеллекта и копинг-стратегиями у студентов. Лица с низким уровнем социального интеллекта чаще предпочитают неадаптивные копинг-стратегии такие как «активное избегание», «самообвинение», «агрессивность», «игнорирование». Лица со средним уровнем интеллекта выбирают в основном адаптивные и относительно адаптивные копинг-стратегии, такие как: «относительность» («могло быть и хуже»), «конструктивную активность», «проблемный анализ», «сохранение самообладания». Студенты с высоким уровнем социального интеллекта чаще выбирают адаптивные копинг-стратегии: «проблемный анализ», «сохранения самообладания», «обращение».Область применения результатов. Результаты исследования могут быть применены в консультационной и профориентационной работе с молодежью, а также при разработке для них коррекционных и тренинговых мероприятий.
ИГРОВЫЕ ПРЕДПОЧТЕНИЯ ДЕТЕЙ ДОШКОЛЬНОГО ВОЗРАСТА В БИЛИНГВАЛЬНОЙ СРЕДЕ
Authors: Androsova Yuliya Vladimirovna
Published: March 2019

Цель. Выявление факторов, влияющих на снижение уровня владения родным (якутским) языком у детей дошкольного возраста, воспитывающихся в моноэтнических семьях, дошкольных образовательных учреждениях с родным языком воспитания, и возможного механизма их решения.Методы. Стандартизированная беседа с детьми, наблюдение за игровой деятельностью, опрос родителей, метод статистической обработки.Результаты. Факторами, влияющими на снижение уровня владения родным языком у детей являются: интенсивное вторжение информационных технологий на русском и иностранном языках в детскую субкультуру; вытеснение из неё народных и традиционных сюжетно-ролевых игр на родном языке; сокращение времени общения детей и родителей в семье.Вывод. Игровая деятельность может стать эффективным механизмом формирования сбалансированного двуязычия у детей.Область применения. Результаты могут быть востребованы в комплексном обогащении содержания игровой деятельности детей с учетом развития раннего национально-русского двуязычия.
ПРОБЛЕМНЫЕ И РЕСУРСНЫЕ ЗОНЫ ПСИХОЛОГИЧЕСКИХ ДЕТЕРМИНАНТ ЖИЗНЕДЕЯТЕЛЬНОСТИ СОВРЕМЕННЫХ ОСЕТИН
Authors: Dreev Oleg Ivanovich , Dreeva Svetlana Vladimirovna
Published: March 2019

Цель исследования: выявить проблемные и ресурсные зоны детерминант жизнедеятельности современных осетин, проживающих в Северной и Южной Осетии, и предложить объяснительные принципы выявленных особенностей.Методы. Опрос, с использованием следующих психологических методик: «Опросник жизненных ориентаций» Е.Ю. Коржовой; «Методика исследования жизненных смыслов» В.Ю. Котлякова; Методика «Уровень соотношения “ценности” и “доступности” в различных жизненных сферах» Е.Б. Фанталовой; Методика «Духовный кризис» Л.В. Шутовой, А.В. Ляшук; Опросник «Дифференциальный тип рефлексии» Д.А. Леонтьева, Е.М. Лаптевой, Е.Н. Осина, А.Ж. Салиховой. Интерпретация полученных результатов осуществлялась путем анализа этнопсихологической, социологической, этнографической, исторической литературы по данной проблематике.Результаты. Высокий уровень материальных потребностей, низкая мотивация в приобщении к духовным ценностям являются причинами духовного кризиса осетин. Эта проблема обусловлена не этнокультурными или ментальными особенностями осетин, а сменой системы общественных отношений и процессом формирования потребительского общества. Рефлексия, поиск групп самоидентификации и институтов социальной защищенности могут стать ресурсной зоной выхода из духовного кризиса. Высокая значимость семьи, как адаптивного и защитного института определяет то, что «Счастливая семейная жизнь» для осетин является ведущей потребностью и одновременно наиболее конфликтной ценностью в силу ее труднодостижимости.Область применения результатов. Полученные результаты могут быть применятся при реализации мероприятий, способствующих повышению активности и качества жизнеосуществления представителей различных этнических групп в конкретных регионах современного общества.
ВЗАИМОСВЯЗЬ КОНФЛИКТНОЙ КОМПЕТЕНТНОСТИ ПОДРОСТКОВ С ИХ ПРЕДСТАВЛЕНИЯМИ О РОДИТЕЛЬСКОМ ВОСПИТАНИИ
Authors: Kapustina Valeriia Anatolevna , Karmanova Viktoriia Viktorovna
Published: March 2019

Цель. Статья посвящена выявлению взаимосвязи между конфликтной компетентностью подростков и их восприятием параметров родительского воспитания, что позволит определить факторы риска социализации в семье, ведущие к неэффективному поведению в конфликте.Метод или методология проведения работы. Основу исследования составляет структурный подход к изучению конфликтной компетентности, представленный в научных работах М.М. Кашапова, М.В. Башкина, C. Runde. В работе использованы метод теоретического анализа и психологическое тестирование.Результаты. В результате исследования было обнаружено, что доминирующим типом реагирования в конфликте у подростков 14–15 лет является «Оптимальное решение», для них характерен достаточно высокий уровень осведомленности о конфликте, способах поведения в нем, сочетающийся с неумением управлять своим эмоциональным состоянием в предконфликтных и конфликтных ситуациях, сложностями в открытом проявлении своих эмоций. Корреляционный анализ показал наличие взаимосвязи низкого уровня конфликтной компетентности и выраженности в представлении подростков параметров родительского воспитания, которые могут быть отнесены к авторитарному стилю (гиперпротекция, чрезмерность запретов и санкций и т.д.).Область применения результатов. Результаты исследования могут быть применены в сфере образования в рамках профилактики асоциального поведения подростков.
Geometric Model for Generation of Contour- Parallel Lines’ Family for Cutting Tool’s Path Automated Computation
Authors: Панчук К. , Panchuk K. , Мясоедова Т. , Myasoedova T. , Крысова И. , Krysova I.
Published: March 2019

In this paper has been proposed a geometric model for forming problem of contour-parallel lines (equidistant lines) for a flat contour with an island, and has been obtained the problem’s analytical solution, which is relevant for computer-aided design of cutting tools processing pocket surfaces on CNC machines. The proposed geometric model is based on cyclograph mapping of space on a plane. Beyond the analytical solution the geometric model differs from the known algebraic models and their solutions for considered forming problem also by the fact that it allows obtain a more complete and evident representation on the relationship and interaction for all its geometric components at the stages of 3D computer visualization. A 3D geometric model based on a cyclograph mapping of space has been proposed for obtaining the families of equidistant lines for connected and multiply connected regions with closed contours taken as a basis for pocket surfaces modeling. An algorithm for the analytical solution of the problem related to equidistant families generation is getting from the geometric model. All stages of the analytical solution are accompanied by a figurative representation of geometric objects and their relations in the geometric model’s virtual electronic space. The proposed in this paper algorithm for the case of a doubly connected polygonal region can be used as a basis for generation of equidistant families for multiply connected polygonal regions. The presence of the analytical solution for the problem related to equidistant families generation simplifies greatly the automated calculation of the tool path and preparation of control programs for pocket surfaces manufacturing on CNC machines. Have been presented an example and algorithm providing support for working capacity of the proposed geometric model for considered forming problem.
Postgenomic technologies in practical forestry: development of genome-wide markers for timber origin identification and other applications
Authors: Крутовский Константин , Krutovskiy Konstantin , Путинцева Юлия , Putinceva Yuliya , Орешкова Наталья , Oreshkova Natal'ya , Бондар Евгения , Bondar Evgeniya , Шаров Вадим , Sharov Vadim
Published: March 2019

The forest genetics, tree improvement and protection can greatly benefit from complete genome sequence data made recently available for several major conifer species. They allow to identify and annotate genes, other functional elements (sRNA, transcription factors, regulatory elements, etc.) and genetic networks that control adaptation and dis-ease resistance. They can be used to develop highly informative genetic markers that can be used in population genetic studies to create database of barcodes for individual populations to fight illegal timber harvest and trade. They are very much needed for development of genome-wide genetic markers for association studies for linking genetic variation (SNPs, alleles, haplotypes, and genotypes) with environmental factors, adaptive traits and phenotypes for better understanding genetic control of agronomically and economically important traits. They can be also used to develop genome-wide genetic markers for genomic-assisted selection to breed for better adapted, stress resistant and climate change resilient trees with desirable quality ecological and economic traits. Finally, whole genome sequences allow to integrate proteomics, transcriptomics and metabolomics and provide reference genomes for resequencing. In this brief summary we would like to present one of many practical applications of genetics and genomics in forestry– development of highly polymorphic and informative molecular genetic markers for several very important boreal for-est species in Eurasia, Siberian larch (Larix sibirica Ledeb.), Siberian stone pine (Pinus sibirica Du Tour) and Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris L.), based on the whole genome data obtained in the “Genomics of the Key Boreal Forest Conifer Species and Their Major Phytopathogens in the Russian Federation” project funded by the Government of the Russian Federation (grant no. 14.Y26.31.0004).
Reflection from Curved Mirrors in a Plane
Authors: Жихарев Л. , Zhikharev L.
Published: March 2019

Reflection from a certain mirror is one of the main types of transformations in geometry. On a plane a mirror represents a straight line. When reflecting, we obtain an object, each point of which is symmetric with respect to this straight line. In this paper have been considered examples of reflection from a circle – a general case of a straight line, if the latter is defined through a circle of infinite radius. While analyzing a simple reflection and generalization of this process to the cases of such curvature of the mirror, an interesting phenomenon was found – an increase in the reflection dimension by one, that is, under reflection of a one-dimensional object from the circle, a two-dimensional curve is obtained. Thus, under reflection of a point from the circle was obtained the family of Pascal's snails. The main cases, related to reflection from a circular mirror the simplest two-dimensional objects – a segment and a circle at their various arrangement, were also considered. In these examples, the reflections are two-dimensional objects – areas of bizarre shape, bounded by sections of curves – Pascal snails. The most interesting is the reflection of two-dimensional objects on a plane, because the reflection is too informative to fit in the appropriate space. To represent the models of obtained reflections, it was proposed to move into three-dimensional space, and also developed a general algorithm allowing obtain the object reflection from the curved mirror in the space of any dimension. Threedimensional models of the reflections obtained by this algorithm have been presented. This paper reveals the prospects for further research related to transition to three-dimensional space and reflection of objects from a spherical surface (possibility to obtain four-dimensional and five-dimensional reflections), as well as studies of reflections from geometric curves in the plane, and more complex surfaces in space.
Exploring patients' interest in complementary therapies in a specialist palliative care unit
Authors: Harte Joanne , Leahy Helen , McCarthy Jill , O'Brien Tony
Published: March 2019

Background:

The use of complementary therapy has become increasingly integrated into specialist palliative care units (SPCUs).

Objective:

To evaluate patients' interest in and experience of complementary therapies during their inpatient stay in a SPCU.

Method:

All 179 patients admitted to the SPCU over a 3-month period were assessed on admission. Those deemed suitable to participate by the researcher/clinical nurse specialist were invited to participate in this research. A standardised paper questionnaire was completed by the participating patients.

Results:

71 patients (40%) completed the study. Those excluded had cognitive impairment, fatigue, communication difficulties or were imminently dying. Some declined to participate. A variety of age groups and diagnoses were represented. Only 27% of participants had a previous experience of using complementary therapies in the past 12 months. The majority (52%) were ‘very interested’ in receiving complementary therapy, while 13% reported having ‘no interest’. Massage and reflexology were identified as the most popular forms of complementary therapy. The primary anticipated benefits associated with complementary therapy were relaxation and improvement in general wellbeing.

Conclusion:

This research has indicated a high level of interest in complementary therapies in the study population, across a wide age range regardless of diagnosis or level of disease.
Language barrier and its implications for practice in Kuwait prehospital settings
Authors: Nuguid Enrique Luis , Muir Fiona
Published: March 2019

Objectives:

The purpose of this research was to explore the implications of language barrier among emergency medical technicians (EMTs) and paramedics in a prehospital setting in Kuwait.

Methods:

A small-scale exploratory case study was carried out using a qualitative method. Focus group interviews were conducted with prehospital providers in Kuwait. An inductive thematic analysis was performed whereby themes and sub-themes emerged from within the data.

Results:

The data revealed that language barrier has a direct effect on healthcare delivery with implications for an unpleasant patient experience, time delay and misdiagnosis; professional implications which include the need to enhance learning through communication and training to improve practice and support with translation; and personal implications including declining efficiency level, negative socio-emotional impact and physiologic response.

Conclusion:

This study contributes to the scarcity of available research determining the effects and implications of language barrier for EMTs and paramedics in a prehospital setting in Kuwait. It brings the deficiencies of the Kuwait emergency medical services (EMS) to light, as language disparities affect prehospital providers and their quality of work. Strategies for overcoming the language barrier, implemented by the respondents in this study, form a basis for the Kuwait EMS to address unexplored issues that could potentially improve prehospital practice. While the findings may not be generalisable, they may be transferable to other areas of practice with comparable situations where healthcare providers face challenges when communicating with their patients.
Global patient experience of paramedic practice
Authors: Perry Matt , Usher Kim , Jackson Debra
Published: March 2019

Background:

Paramedics occupy an ever-increasing role within healthcare and the development of this role should be informed by the voice of patients. This systematic literature review seeks to explore patient experience during a paramedic intervention.

Methods:

Using a ‘state of the art’ review style, a systematic search was conducted of the literature published between 2006 and 2018. Following PRISMA guidelines, a total of seven articles meeting the inclusion criteria were identified. A definition of experience which incorporates several dimensions was used to frame the search.

Results:

Three themes were identified, with the available literature focusing mainly on satisfaction. Satisfaction is improved through certainty and clarity of the progression through treatment and is high among patients of paramedics.

Conclusion:

Our understanding of patient experience in paramedic interventions is largely limited to an understanding of satisfaction. While this may provide some useful insights, other facets such as the lived experience and physiologic aspects are underrepresented in the current evidence base.
Planning anthelmintic treatments to control gastrointestinal nematode infections in sheep
Authors: Evans Mike , Sargison Neil
Published: March 2019

A planned approach to anthelmintic treatments against gastrointestinal nematodes in sheep is vital given their clinical and economic importance, and the prevalence of anthelmintic resistance. The key nematode species in the UK are Nematodirus battus, Teladorsagia circumcincta, Trichostrongylus species and Haemonchus contortus. Knowledge of the biology of these species and the annual production cycle on UK sheep farms can guide when treatments may be necessary. The timings of these treatments can be further refined using grazing history, weather conditions and faecal egg counting. This information can then be combined with knowledge of anthelmintic resistance to make a rational treatment decision, and reduce the selection for anthelmintic resistance; for example, by using strategies that maintain populations of parasites in refugia, using multiple active treatments or improving drug bioavailability.
Dietary Patterns and Risk of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis: A Case-Control Study in Japan
Authors: Okamoto Kazushi
Published: March 2019

Objective: Nearly all epidemiologic studies examining the association between the risk of Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and diet have focused on single foods and specific nutrients. We conducted a population-based case-control study in Japan to examine the relationship between dietary patterns and the risk of ALS.
Methods: The study was comprised of 156 ALS patients and 393 gender- and age- matched controls randomly selected from the general population. At the time of recruitment, dietary intake during the preceding three years before the onset for cases and the interview for controls was assessed using a validated, self-administered food frequency questionnaire. Dietary patterns were extracted by factor analysis.
Results: Three dietary patterns were identified: 'Vegetable-protein based', 'Western' and Traditional-diet' patterns. After adjustment for potential confounding factors, the vegetable-protein based pattern, characterized by a high intake of vegetables, seaweed, pulses, mushrooms, fruits and fish and animal and vegetable protein, was significantly associated with a reduced the risk of ALS (lowest versus highest tertile, adjusted OR 0.35, 95% CI 0.22-0.67). No associations with ALS were detected for the other two dietary patterns.
Conclusion: In this case-control study in Japan, a dietary pattern consisting of high intakes of vegetables, fruits and animal and vegetable protein may be associated with a decreased risk of ALS.
Detection of Degenerative Changes in the Articular Disc of the Temporomandibular Joint Using Delayed Gadolinium- Enhanced MRI at 3 Tesla – A Case Report
Authors: Eder Jaryna , Schmid-Schwap Martina , Szomolanyi Pavol , Bristela Margit , Skolka Astrid , Piehslinger Eva , Trattnig Siegfried
Published: March 2019

The delayed Gadolinium-Enhanced Magnetic Resonance Imaging of Cartilage (dGEMRIC) is a useful tool for the evaluation of a repair tissue status after cartilage transplantation. A previous study showed the feasibility of dGEMRIC at 3 Tesla in TMJ. This case report describes the application of dGEMRIC to a TMD patient. A 27 years old female patient reported TMJ (VAS 87) with increasing intensity. The examination according to RDC/TMD showed myofacial pain (group I) and arthralgia of the right and left joint (IIIa). The graded chronical pain score showed grade III. The conventional MRI showed no sign of discus dislocation. T2 mapping showed a significant signal in homogeneity in both disci, as well as an increased amount of fluid in both compartments and a flattened disc in the lateral area. The application of dGEMRIC with patients suffering from temporomandibular disorders could be very well suited for early detection of onset pathological change in fibrocartilage.
Interlaminar Tension-Tension Fatigue of Woven Glass Fiber Reinforced Plastic Composite Laminates at Low Temperatures
Authors: Narita Fumio , Tanaka Chieko , Suzuki Masashi
Published: March 2019

Experimentally characterizing the through-thickness tensile behavior of composite laminates is challenging. This paper investigates the through-thickness tensile fatigue behavior of woven glass fiber reinforced plastic (GFRP) composite laminates at low temperatures. Cyclic through-thickness tensile tests were performed with cross specimens at room temperature and liquid nitrogen temperature (77 K), and the maximum interlaminar stress versus number of cycles to failure (S-N curve) was evaluated. The interlaminar tensile fatigue mechanisms of the woven GFRP composite laminates at low temperatures were also discussed. It was shown that resin fracture is dominant at room temperature, and the interface bonding fracture between the fiber and the matrix is dominant at 77K.
Intensive Transactional Analysis Psychotherapy (ITAP): A Single-Case Time Series Study
Authors: Messina Irene , Scottà Francesco , Benelli Enrico , Bianco Francesca , Sambin Marco
Published: March 2019

Intensive Transactional Analysis Psychotherapy (ITAP) integrates Transactional Analysis and brief psychodynamic approaches for the intensification of therapist intervention based on the moment-by-moment analysis of intrapsychic and interpersonal process of the patient. We present a quantitative and qualitative, time series study to evaluate ITAP therapy effectiveness in a single case. Quantitative outcome data were collected using the Clinical Outcome in Routine Evaluation – Outcome Measure, in 3 baseline measures, after each session and in 3 follow-up evaluations. Qualitative data were collected using the Change Interview that allows the documentation of more relevant changes for the patients and a scoring of their relevance. Quantitative results provide evidence of ITAP effectiveness, with very large ES of self-reported change. Qualitative results are consistent with the recovery observed in self-reported measures and confirm that the perception of the patient is consistent in several points with ITAP theory.
Positional disappearance of motor evoked potentials is much more likely to occur in non-idiopathic scoliosis
Authors: Rizkallah M. , El Abiad R. , Badr E. , Ghanem I.
Published: March 2019

Purpose

This study evaluates intraoperative disappearance of motor waveforms related to patient positioning in neurologically asymptomatic patients with spinal deformity.

Methods

This is a retrospective review of 190 neurologically asymptomatic patients aged seven to 17 years planned for posterior instrumentation under neuromonitoring. There were 159 patients with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis and 31 patients with secondary scoliosis. Patients underwent surgery with transcranial electric stimulation motor evoked potentials (TES-MEPs). In case of abnormal findings, surgery was temporarily discontinued and necessary measures undertaken. In case of permanent signal disappearance surgery was definitively discontinued.

Results

Six patients showed permanent loss of signal during early stages of surgery. These patients had a mean major curve of 64° Cobb angle and a mean thoracic kyphosis (D2 to D12) of 72°. The 184 remaining patients had a mean major curve of 50° Cobb angle and a thoracic kyphosis of 35°. A retrospective descriptive review of the patients’ radiographs shows hyperkyphosis to be the common ground between the six secondary scoliosis cases. Gradual preoperative traction maintained during the surgery applied in two of these patients taken back to surgery six months later was associated with maintenance of TES-MEP signals throughout the surgery.

Conclusion

This study shows that positional permanent loss of neuromonitoring signals is more likely to occur in patients with secondary scoliosis and hyperkyphosis shown to have sharper spine deformity and suspected to have a more vulnerable spinal cord. Gradual skeletal traction performed in two of these patients and maintained during surgery showed promising results.

Level of Evidence

IV
Allelopathic effect of invasive species air potato (Dioscorea bulbifera) on seeds germination of Polyalthia littoralis
Authors: OKSARI ADE AYU , SUSANTY DEVY , WANDA IRVAN FADLI
Published: March 2019

Abstract. Oksari AA, Susanty D, Wanda IF. 2019. Allelopathic effect of invasive species air potato (Dioscorea bulbifera) on seeds germination of Polyalthia littoralis. Nusantara Bioscience 11: 63-70. Dioscorea bulbifera L. (Dioscoreaceae) is included in the Global Weed Compendium and one of the invasive plants that cause environmental problems in many parts of the world. This study aims to determine the effect of allelopathy from various concentrations of leaf and tuber extract from D. bulbifera on seed germination of Polyalthia littoralis (Blume) Boerl. The method used was a Completely Randomized Design (CRD) with seven treatments and three replications. The treatment given was the concentration of D. bulbifera extract 10%, 20%, 40%, 60%, 80%, 100% and aquadest solvent control. The results of phytochemical screening analysis showed that the extract of leaves and tuber of D. bulbifera did not contain alkaloids, but specifically on leaves extract contained tannins. Both extracts contained steroids, flavonoids, and saponins. Based on the results of the study, total phenolic obtained in the leaf extract as much as 28.81 ± 2.51 mg TAE/g extract, while the tuber extract had a total phenolic of 6.74 ± 1.19 mg TAE/g. The results showed that allelopathic substances of D. bulbifera affected the germination of P. littoralis seeds. Based on DMRT test at 5% level, it was known that allelopathy concentration of D. bulbifera significantly affected the germination rate at concentrations of 20%, 60%, 80%, and 100% and significantly affected the coefficient of velocity of germination at a concentration of 20%. But, concentration allelopathy of D. bulbifera had no significant effect on the coefficient of uniformity of germination. The concentration that reduced the lowest seed viability was at a concentration of 80% with an average germination power of 56.67 ± 7.45%.
Spontaneous Closure of a Large Transmural Gastric Defect After Removal of a Migrated AXIOS Stent
Authors: Alshati Ali , Srinivasan Indu , Chuang Keng-Yu
Published: March 2019

Pancreatic fluid collections occur in 5%–15% of acute complicated pancreatitis cases. Endoscopic drainage using lumen-apposing metal stents has become the treatment of choice with less incidence of complications, shorter hospital stays, and less cost. The AXIOS stent has proven to be safe and effective in several studies. Despite a low complication rate, bleeding, perforation, and stent migration were still reported. In this case, a patient presented for delayed AXIOS stent removal and was found to have stent migration with embedment in the gastric wall. The transmural defect that resulted after endoscopic stent removal was observed to close spontaneously without further need for intervention.
Proyectos escénicos de expresión corporal en la formación de maestros
Authors: Sánchez Galo
Published: March 2019

Se relata una experiencia realizada en la Escuela de Magisterio de Zamora, desde el área de Didáctica de la Expresión Corporal, que ofrece a los alumnos de 3.º y 4.º de grado experiencias reales con niños y niñas de un centro escolar. Son proyectos artísticos con desenlace escénico que se construyen como procesos de creación colectiva y cooperativa. Un gran banco de pruebas para vivenciar, desde el punto inicial, todo un desarrollo de enseñanza/aprendizaje del que todos salimos reforzados.
Corre por una causa, corre por la educación
Authors: Díaz de Argote José
Published: March 2019

La carrera solidaria es un gran proyecto transversal y estratégico de Entreculturas, que bajo el lema “Corre por una causa” tiene como objetivos la participación ciudadana en un acto deportivo y solidario, la sensibilización sobre proyectos de cooperación, la promoción del voluntariado en actividades de organización y ejecución de la carrera y el desarrollo territorial de las delegaciones de Entreculturas donde se realizan las carreras. Así como la celebración de un evento festivo en torno a la educación, el deporte y la solidaridad, generando impacto en decenas de medios de comunicación nacionales y locales.
Development of mitochondrial 12S rRNA gene for identification of dog and rat in beef using multiplex PCR
Authors: Cahyadi M. , Taufik I. M. , Pramono A. , Abdurrahman Z. H.
Published: March 2019

The 12S rRNA gene is one of unique regions in mitochondrial genome usually used for phylogenetic studies and species identification. The objective of present study was to develop species specific primers from mitochondrial 12S rRNA gene for identification of dog and rat in beef by using multiplex PCR assay. Three primer pairs of mitochondrial 12S rRNA gene specific for bovine, dog and rat were designed and selected to evaluate their specificity and fidelity. Moreover, a total of twelve DNA samples extracted from meat tissue were also prepared to test those primers using simplex and multiplex PCR. The PCR products were then visualized using 2% of agarose gel under the UV light and three of them were sequenced. In addition, sequence data were analyzed using Clustal Omega software and BLAST. The result showed that simplex PCR assay successfully amplified DNA targets which are respectively indicated by 155 bp (bovine), 244 bp (dog), and 491 bp (rat) of DNA bands. Furthermore, DNA sample sequences were identically similar to reference sequence used in this study. Multiplex and simplex PCR analyses also indicated that these primer pairs specifically amplified DNA target for each species in the samples containing various species. The results suggested that designed primers in this study could be used to identify dog and rat in raw beef containing these species meat. Further experiment should be conducted using meat-processed products and commercial meat products as samples.
Corrosion characteristics of an automotive coolant formulation dispersed with nanomaterials
Authors: Gandham Sriganesh , Nettem V. Choudhary , Peddy V.C. Rao , T. A. Rajiv Kumar , Vadapalli Srinivas
Published: March 2019

This paper summarizes the anti-corrosive and anti-erosive properties of water-ethylene glycol based commercial coolant dispersed with nanomaterials. Multiwalled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs), silver nanoparticles (Ag) and nanosized alumina particles (Al2O3) are dispersed in 0.5% weight in automotive coolants and tested for anti-corrosive properties as per ASTM standards. Prior to dispersion, the nanomaterials are surface modified to get good stability in coolant solutions. The corrosion resistance is measured in terms of weight loss of materials that is commonly used in automotive systems. It is found that oxidized MWCNTs are suitable to automotive systems while silver and Al2O3nanoparticles are found to be deleterious in nature.
Benefits of stable isotope labeling in RNA analysis
Authors: Asadi-Atoi Paria , Barraud Pierre , Tisne Carine , Kellner Stefanie
Published: March 2019

RNAs are key players in life as they connect the genetic code (DNA) with all cellular processes dominated by proteins. They contain a variety of chemical modifications and many RNAs fold into complex structures. Here, we review recent progress in the analysis of RNA modification and structure on the basis of stable isotope labeling techniques. Mass spectrometry (MS) and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy are the key tools and many breakthrough developments were made possible by the analysis of stable isotope labeled RNA. Therefore, we discuss current stable isotope labeling techniques such as metabolic labeling, enzymatic labeling and chemical synthesis. RNA structure analysis by NMR is challenging due to two major problems that become even more salient when the size of the RNA increases, namely chemical shift overlaps and line broadening leading to complete signal loss. Several isotope labeling strategies have been developed to provide solutions to these major issues, such as deuteration, segmental isotope labeling or site-specific labeling. Quantification of modified nucleosides in RNA by MS is only possible through the application of stable isotope labeled internal standards. With nucleic acid isotope labeling coupled mass spectrometry (NAIL-MS), it is now possible to analyze the dynamic processes of post-transcriptional RNA modification and demodification. The trend, in both NMR and MS RNA analytics, is without doubt shifting from the analysis of snapshot moments towards the development and application of tools capable of analyzing the dynamics of RNA structure and modification profiles.
The Gid-complex: an emerging player in the ubiquitin ligase league
Authors: Liu Huaize , Pfirrmann Thorsten
Published: March 2019

The Saccharomyces cerevisiae Gid-complex is a highly evolutionary conserved ubiquitin ligase with at least seven protein subunits. Here, we review our knowledge about the yeast Gid-complex as an important regulator of glucose metabolism, specifically targeting key enzymes of gluconeogenesis for degradation. Furthermore, we summarize existing data about the individual subunits, the topology and possible substrate recognition mechanisms and compare the striking similarities, but also differences, between the yeast complex and its vertebrate counterpart. Present data is summarized to give an overview about cellular processes regulated by the vertebrate GID-complex that range from cell cycle regulation, primary cilia function to the regulation of energy homeostasis. In conclusion, the vertebrate GID-complex evolved as a versatile ubiquitin ligase complex with functions beyond the regulation of glucose metabolism.
Optimal Energy Scheduling Method under Load Shaping Demand Response Program in a Home Energy Management System
Authors: Kakran Sandeep , Chanana Saurabh
Published: March 2019

With the latest smart technologies in the electricity sector, the consumers of electricity got the opportunity to reduce their electricity consumption cost by participating in the demand response programs offered by the utility companies. In this paper, a model of energy management system is introduced for the energy scheduling at home. Residential automatic smart appliances of general use are selected for energy scheduling. The energy controlling device in the EMS model receives the real time electricity price signals from the utility company and schedule the appliances according to the user requirements in such a way so that the electricity consumption cost could be minimized. The appliances are scheduled under real time pricing combined with inclined block rate pricing scheme so that the peak to average ratio of power could be maintained in the satisfactory range. This helps the utility companies in maintaining the system reliability. For the solution of the scheduling problem, particle swarm optimization algorithm is used due to its effectiveness and easy implementation. Finally, the results have been compared and verified against the results achieved by genetic algorithm.
Electronic Instrumentation and Computational Simulation to Evaluate the Combined Use of Microwave and Infrared Technologies for Reheating Biphasic Foods
Authors: Piza Luciana Vieira , Von Atzingen Gustavo Voltani , Costa Ernane José Xavier
Published: March 2019

Combined use of microwave and infrared technologies for reheating food may be considered an efficient technique in food industry and fast food chains, as the overall quality and identity standard are maintained. The aim of this study was to test a new methodology for reheating baked foods, using both radiations. Computer simulation and preliminary tests were carried out controlling radiations emissions. The tests were conducted with biphasic foods to show the effectiveness and action of technologies. Preliminary studies were carried out to verify the effect of radiations in each food phase, which provided the action times of 15 s of microwave and 30 s of infrared. It was possible to measure the internal and external temperature of the samples, as well as moisture migration from the center to the surface. The results showed that the process was effective to reheat samples, providing attractive samples to consumers, according to sensorial analysis.
Skin pathologies in pregnancy
Authors: Snarskaya Elena Sergeevna , Olisova Olga Yurievna , Makatsariya Alexander Davidovich , Kochergin Nikolai Georgievich , Radetskaya Lyudmila , Bitsadze Viktoriya , Khizroeva Jamilya
Published: March 2019

Progesterone is a hormone responsible for pregnancy maintenance and the amount of progesterone increases in a woman’s body during pregnancy, as well as the level of female sex hormones, estrogens are also upregulated. Due to these changes the cutaneous sensitivity to external stimuli (meteorological factors, bacteria, etc.) increases. In general, all skin changes during pregnancy can be divided into three groups: physiological changes (hormone-associated), nonspecific or dermatoses that existed before pregnancy or were triggered by it, and specific pregnancy-related dermatoses, which appear during pregnancy and resolve in the postpartum period. In this brief  review, we describe the dermatoses commonly seen in pregnancy and present our own clinical examples. We hope the review will be of some practical help for dermatologists and obstetricians.