bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A személyi állomány és a fogvatartottak egészségügyi ellátásának biztosítása, a védekezés egészségügyi megszervezése a koronavírus-járvány alatt
Authors: Nemes Nagy Anna , Ragó László
Published: November 2021

The coronavirus pandemic meant an unexpected challenge both for the world and for the health care system of the Hungarian Prison Service. Based on study of the legal environment and the knowledge gained about the virus, it was necessary to rewrite the operation of the Hungarian Prison Service in order to preserve the health of the prison staff and the prisoners in the best way and to the greatest extent. Substantial measures had to be taken to reduce the risk of transmission of the infection by both staff members and new detainees significantly, and to prevent the spread of the pandemic within the institutions effectively, while maintaining lawfulness and safety of detention. A transformation of the prison service supply system had to be organized to ensure the rapid investigation of suspected infections and to grant adequate health care for all sick inmates quickly. The paper presents the legal environment of the prison service health care system, the most important characteristics of the SARS-CoV-2 virus causing the pandemic, and the health and epidemiological measures taken in order to maintain control and defence. I will present methods used to control the epidemic in the prisons, the strict rules that were applied for prisoners as a closed community and the measures taken to support prison staff and to protect their health.
A koronavírus hatása a fogvatartotti kapcsolattartásra – Kihívások és szervezeti válaszok
Authors: Somogyvári Mihály
Published: November 2021

The COVID–19 epidemic has significantly influenced and transformed personal, human interactions, as well as forms of private and official communication. This was particularly true for the Prison Service, where epidemiological measures have, on the one hand, restricted prisoners in the reception of visitors and, on the other hand, introduced a number of measures as compensation. One of the key tools was the development and extension of the video calling system (Skype). The purpose of my presentation is to demonstrate the results of the research aiming the perception of the prisoners and the personnel about the use of Skype during the pandemic. In an empirical study we analysed three main data sets: basic statistical data on inmates' use of Skype, the results of a text analysis on staff perceptions, and data from a questionnaire survey of prisoners with more than 500 respondents. The results show that there was a fundamentally positive reception of Skype use among both staff and detainees, so we suggest that it may be beneficial to incorporate this form of contact into the system of the prison service even after the epidemic situation.
PRIORITIZATION OF FOREST FIRE HAZARD RISK SIMULATION USING HYBRID GREY RELATIVITY ANALYSIS (HGRA) AND FUZZY ANALYTICAL HIERARCHY PROCESS (FAHP) COUPLED WITH MULTICRITERIA DECISION ANALYSIS (MCDA) TECHNIQUES – A COMPARATIVE STUDY ANALYSIS
Authors: Peprah Michael Stanley , Kumi-Boateng Bernard , Larbi Edwin Kojo
Published: November 2021

Forests are important dynamic systems which are widely attracted by wild fires worldwide. Due to the complexity and non-linearity of the causative forest fire problems, employing sophisticated hybrid evolutionary algorithms is a logical task to achieve a reliable approximation of this environmental threats. This estimate will provide the outline of priority areas for preventing activities and allocation of fire fighters’ stations, seeking to minimize possible damages caused by fires. This study aims at prioritizing the forest fire risk of Wassa West district of Ghana. The study considered static causative factors such as Land use and land cover (which include forest, built-ups and settlement areas), slope, aspect, linear features (water bodies and roads) and dynamic causative factors such as wind speed, precipitation, and temperature were used. The methods employed include a Hybrid Grey Relativity Analysis (HGRA) and Fuzzy Analytical Hierarchy Process (FAHP) techniques. The fuzzy sets integrated with AHP in a decision-making algorithm using geographic information system (GIS) was used to model the fire risk in the study area. FAHP and HGRA methods were used for estimating the importance (weights) of the effective factors in forest fire modelling. Based on their modelling methods, the expert ideas were used to express the relative importance and priority of the major criteria and sub-criteria in forest fire risk in the study area. The expert ideas were analyzed based on FAHP and HGRA. The major criteria models and fire risk model were presented based on these FAHP and HGRA weights. On the other hand, the spatial data of the sub criteria were provided and assembled in GIS environment to obtain the sub-criteria maps. Each sub-criterion map was converted to raster format and it was reclassified based on risks of its classes to fire occurrence. The maps of each major criterion were obtained by weighted overlay of its sub criteria maps considering to major criterion model in GIS environment. Finally, the map of fire risk was obtained by weighted overlay of major criteria maps considering to fire risk model in GIS. The results showed that the FAHP model showed superiority than HGRA in prioritizing forest fire risk of the study area in terms of statistical analysis with a standard deviation of 0.09277 m as compared to 0.1122 m respectively. The obtained fire risk map can be used as a decision support system for predicting of the future trends in the study area. The optimized structures of the proposed models could serve as a good alternative to traditional forest predictive models, and this can be a promisingly testament used for future planning and decision making in the proposed areas.
Non-extractive spectrophotometric determination of valsartan in pure form and in pharmaceutical products by ion-pair complex formation with bromophenol blue and methyl red
Authors: Peleshok Kateryna , Bondar Bohdana , Kryskiw Liubomyr , Kucher Tetyana , Poliak Olha , Logoyda Liliya
Published: November 2021

Two simple, rapid, green non extractive spectrophotometric methods are described for the estimation of valsartan in tablet dosage form. The determination is based on the ion-pair formation using the dyes, bromophenol blue (BPB) and methyl red (MR). Valsartan forms ion-pair complex selectively with the dyes, as indicated by the formation of a coloured complex with BPB at pH 5.5 with λmax at 424 nm and MR at pH 4.3 with λmax at 494 nm. For both methods, optimal spectrophotometric conditions were established. The linear relationship was found between absorbance at λmax and concentration of drug in the range 8–24 µg/mL for BPB and 4–20 µg/mL for MR. Regression analysis of Beer’s law plot at 424 nm yielded the regression equation, y = 0.0102x + 01636 (BPB) and at 494 nm y = 0.0222x – 0.0063 (MR). High values of correlations coefﬁcient (R2 = 0.9988 (BPB) and R2 = 0.9991 (MR)) and small values of intercept validated the linearity of calibration curve and obedience to Beer’s law. The LOD and LOQ values were calculated to be 1.03 µg/mL and 3.43 µg/mL respectively (BPB) and 0.68 µg/mL and 2.26 µg/mL respectively (MR). Intra-day and inter-day accuracy and precision, robustness were in acceptable limits. The proposed methods were applied for the quantification of valsartan in tablets pertaining to three commercial formulations. Analytical eco-scale for greenness assessment of the proposed spectrophotometric methods showed that both methods corresponds to excellent green analysis with a score of 89.
Update on Pain Management After Advanced Surface Ablation
Authors: Mohammadpour Mehrdad , Heirani Mohsen , Khorrami-Nejad Masoud , Ambrósio Renato
Published: November 2021

PURPOSE:

To provide an update for postoperative pain control strategies to help ophthalmic surgeons establish a more effective management plan for patients who underwent advanced surface ablation surgeries.

METHODS:

Google Scholar, Scopus, ScienceDirect, and PubMed were the main resources used to search the medical literature.

RESULTS:

The postoperative cornea's healing process is accompanied by intense pain as the chief complaint in the first days after the operation. Several strategies were developed to relieve postoperative pain after surface ablation procedures. These strategies included different preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative methods. Considering the preoperative demographic and emotional factors, underlying dry eye, alternative epithelial removal techniques, bandage contact lenses, and topical or oral therapeutic agents are some examples of postoperative pain treatments after surface ablation procedures.

CONCLUSIONS:

The current review revealed that despite the development of numerous protocols to relieve postoperative pain following surface ablations, the best approach could be a combination of different strategies. In practice, no validated and standardized strategy is available for total elimination of postoperative pain following advanced surface ablation surgeries.

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J Refract Surg
. 2021;37(11):782–790.]
Approach to Pediatric Obesity and Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Authors: Ascher Bartlett Johanna M. , Mittal Naveen
Published: November 2021

With the rapidly increasing numbers of children diagnosed with obesity, pediatricians are facing more and more challenges regarding the complex care of these patients. Pediatric nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is now the most prevalent cause of pediatric chronic liver disease, given its association with obesity. As NAFLD increases a child's risk of developing long-term complications including cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma, efficient diagnosis and effective management is paramount. This article aims to provide a brief overview of NALFD, and discuss the updated diagnosis and management approach for pediatric NAFLD, with a particular focus on the role of the pediatrician.

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Pediatr Ann.
2021;50(11):e474–e477.]
The Importance of Choosing a Health Insurance Policy and the Ability to Comprehend That Choice for Citizens in the Netherlands
Authors: Holst Laurens , Rademakers Jany J. D. J. M. , Brabers Anne E. M. , de Jong Judith D.
Published: November 2021

Background:

In a health insurance system based on managed competition, such as in the Netherlands, it is important that all citizens can make well-informed decisions on which policy fits their needs and preferences best. However, partly due to the large variety of health insurance policies, there are indications that a significant group of citizens do not make rational decisions when choosing a policy.

Objective:

This study aimed to provide more insight into (1) how important it is for citizens in the Netherlands to choose a health insurance policy and (2) how easy it is for them to comprehend the information they receive.

Methods:

Data were collected by sending a survey to members of the Nivel Dutch Health Care Consumer Panel in February 2017. The response rate was 44% (
N
= 659).

Key Results:

Our results indicate that citizens in the Netherlands acknowledge the importance of choosing a health insurance policy, but they also point out that it is difficult to comprehend health insurance information.

Conclusion:

Our findings suggest that a section of the citizens do not have the appropriate skills to decide which insurance policy best fits their needs and preferences. Having better insight into their level of health insurance literacy is an important step in the process of evaluating the extent to which citizens can fulfill their role in the health insurance system. Our results suggest that it is important to better tailor information on health insurances to the specific needs and skills of the individual. By doing this, citizens will be better supported in making well-informed decisions regarding health insurance policies, which should have a positive effect on the functioning of the Dutch health insurance system.

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HLRP: Health Literacy Research and Practice
. 2021;5(4):e287–e294.]

Plain Language Summary:

The number of health insurance policy options to choose from is extensive in the Netherlands. This study explored to what extent citizens in the Netherlands find it important to choose a health insurance policy, and to what extent they comprehend the information they receive. The data were collected in 2017 using the Nivel Dutch Health Care Consumer Panel.
Strong Birkhoff ergodic theorem for subharmonic functions with irrational shift and its application to analytic quasi-periodic cocycles
Authors: Tao Kai
Published: November 2021

In this paper, we first prove the strong Birkhoff Ergodic Theorem for subharmonic functions with the irrational shift on the Torus. Then, we apply it to the analytic quasi-periodic Jacobi cocycles and show that for suitable frequency and coupling number, if the Lyapunov exponent of these cocycles is positive at one point, then it is positive on an interval centered at this point and Hölder continuous in \begin{document}$ E $\end{document} on this interval. What's more, if the coupling number of the potential is large, then the Lyapunov exponent is always positive for all irrational frequencies and Hölder continuous in \begin{document}$ E $\end{document} for all finite Liouville frequencies. For the Schrödinger cocycles, a special case of the Jacobi ones, its Lyapunov exponent is also Hölder continuous in the frequency and the lengths of the intervals where the Hölder condition of the Lyapunov exponent holds only depend on the coupling number.
Zeroing neural network model for solving a generalized linear time-varying matrix equation
Authors: Zhang Huamin ,   College of Information and Network Engineering, Anhui Science and Technology University, Bengbu 233030, China, Yin Hongcai ,   School of Management Science and Engineering, Anhui University of Finance and Economics, Bengbu 233000, China
Published: November 2021

The time-varying solution of a class generalized linear matrix equation with the transpose of an unknown matrix is discussed. The computation model is constructed and asymptotic convergence proof is given by using the zeroing neural network method. Using an activation function, the predefined-time convergence property and noise suppression strategy are discussed. Numerical examples are offered to illustrate the efficacy of the suggested zeroing neural network models.
Urbanismo colaborativo y transición ecológica en inmuebles vacantes de Montevideo
Authors: Goñi Mazzitelli Adriana
Published: November 2021

La pandemia de Covid19 deja en evidencia contradicciones urgentes de nuestras ciudades latinoamericanas, como tener áreas e inmuebles abandonados por la especulación inmobiliaria en zonas urbanas con servicios, mientras que las crisis hacen aumentar el número de sin techo o de las pequeñas empresas que no pueden hacer frente al costo de la ciudad consolidada. En este artículo, veremos, las razones del abandono progresivo de las áreas centrales de Montevideo en manos del capital, así como la oportunidad de innovar en el urbanismo y las políticas públicas a partir del acceso al suelo urbano abandonado o sub- utilizado, promoviendo una transición ecológica indispensable post-pandemia. Relataremos la experiencia piloto de planificación colaborativa, entre la Universidad y el Programa Fincas Abandonadas de la Intendencia de Montevideo, para transformar la forma de hacer urbanismo hacia intervenciones distribuidas que habiliten la innovación cívica con equidad social en la regeneración del área central.
The Use of Disperse Dyes for Dyeing of Recycled Polyethylene Terephthalate Fibres
Authors: Bernava Aina
Published: November 2021

Recycled polyethylene terephthalate (r-PET) is a widely recycled plastic employed for new textile production in the world. It reduces environmental impact and lowers cost of the production. For the traditional dyeing of polyethylene terephthalate (PET), commercial disperse dyes are generally used. In presented research the recycled r-PET fibres 6 den dyeing with disperse dyes Itosperse: Red, Blue and Yellow (concentration 3 Wt. %) were examined and the influence of the intensifier of a salicylic acid (with concentration of 4 - 10 g/L) in dye bath was investigated. The colour properties of dyed samples and colour fastness to washing were tested. It is concluded that the presence of the intensifier of salicylic acid improves dyeing results, but the optimal concentration differs for each dye. Colour fastness test to washing of the blue dyed samples showed the insignificant changes of colour parameters. In some cases the change of shade in presence of salicylic acid was observed.
Characterization of Woven Composite Material Properties by Using an Inverse Technique Based on Vibration Tests
Authors: Namsone Endija , Ermakov Denis
Published: November 2021

A mixed numerical-experimental technique based on vibration tests is modified and applied to determine the elastic material properties of woven composites. This non-destructive technique consists of physical experiments, numerical modelling and material identification procedure. For the purpose of characterization, two carbon fiber panels were prepared by manual layout technology. An evaluation of the accuracy of woven composite elastic properties is executed comparing the numerical and experimentally obtained resonant frequencies.
Properties of Magnesium Oxychloride and Magnesium Oxysulphate Cement Composites
Authors: Namsone Elvija , Sahmenko Genadijs , Korjakins Aleksandrs
Published: November 2021

Increasing energy consumption is forcing the building sector to seek and use building materials and products that would be environmentally friendly. As one such material should be noted magnesium based cements, which production requires much lower calcination temperature than the traditional Portland cement. During the experimental research part of this work, two types of magnesia cement were produced (using magnesium chloride and magnesium sulphate brine solutions) and physical, mechanical properties of obtained cement composites were determined.
Analytical Pyrolysis for Valorization of Herbal Pharmaceutical Industry Wastes Excluding Necessity of Preparative Isolation of their Components
Authors: Ponomarenko Jevgenija , Abduazimov Botir , Jurkjane Vilhelmina , Janceva Sarmite , Telysheva Galina
Published: November 2021

The work is devoted to the comprehensive comparative analysis of extraction cakes, obtained after isolation of pharmaceuticals from medical herbs (Aconítum leucostómum, Thermopsis alterniflora, Glycyrrhiza Glabra and Vinca erecta) to characterize their composition and structural features of components, that is necessary for following valorization and for evaluation of extraction efficiency. Application of analytical pyrolysis to analysis of the medical herbs’ residues allowed to avoid disadvantages, connected with preparative isolation of components and get integral information about phytomass constituents and their transformation during extraction. The results have shown that aconite and licorice roots extraction cakes can be considered as perspective raw material for the chemical and biological processing for obtaining of carbohydrates-based products, whereas the periwinkle grass waste is perspective source for obtaining of aromatic and phenolic products. The data of the analytical pyrolysis indicate the сompleteness of biologically active compounds extraction from licorice roots. Extraction cakes of aconite, thermopsis and periwinkle grasses contained different amounts of unextracted targeted pharmaceutical compounds, which can increase their value.
“Venice marathon”: participation of female Master Athletes shows a constant increase from 2003 to 2019
Authors: Albertin Giovanna , Astolfi Laura , Falda Marco , Zuccon Davide , Ravara Barbara , Kern Helmut , Ferrante Giacomo , De Caro Raffaele , Guidolin Diego
Published: November 2021

The marathon is the most classic Olympic running event. In several cities worldwide it has become very popular with participation increasing during the last 20 years, particularly by Master Athletes. There are evidences that long-distance running could provide considerable health benefits for older runners, specifically risk reduction of cardiovascular diseases, cancer, diabetes, depression, and falls. Several studies have focused on the distribution of participants and their performance on famous marathons such as those of Berlin, Boston and New York. In this preliminary study we have analyzed data from several editions of the Venice marathon, a famous Italian race that attracts people from every corner of the world. The Venice marathon is listed in Abbott World Marathon Majors Wanda Age Group World Ranking and is Bronze Label certificated by IAAF, and Gold Label by FIDAL. The marathon starts outside Venice near Stra, then runs along the Brenta Riviera to Venice where the runners cross the canals over floating bridges set up for the race. For this study we analyzed data of the Venice marathon describing gender distribution in 17 editions (2003-2019), but groups of age-categories and their nationality only in 13 editions from 2007 to 2019. The analysis shows a steady increase in female participation, from 2003 to 2019.
Farming out
Authors: Office Editorial
Published: November 2021

No abstract available.
Intermittent treatment of poliomyelitis with progressive resistance exercise
Authors: Mead Sedgwick
Published: November 2021

No abstract available.
The use of physiotherapy in the treatment of wounds
Authors: Baines Hazel , Dyer Lois
Published: November 2021

No abstract available.
Spring gymnastics
Authors: Blair J.
Published: November 2021

No abstract available.
Evaluation of Vitamin-D Status and Its Association with Clinical Outcomes Among COVID-19 Patients in Pakistan
Authors: Asghar Muhammad Sohaib , Yasmin Farah , Dapke Kartik , Shah Syed Muhammad Ismail , Zafar Muhammad Daim Bin , Khan Anosh Aslam , Mohiuddin Osama , Surani Salim
Published: November 2021

The risk of acute respiratory tract infections is particularly pronounced in patients deficient in 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25(OH)D). With respect to COVID-19, there are conflicting evidence on the association of 25(OH)D levels with disease severity. We undertook this study to evaluate the 25(OH)D status in COVID-19 patients admitted in Karachi, Pakistan, and associated vitamin D deficiency with primary outcomes of mortality, length of stay, intubation, and frequency of COVID-19 symptoms. A total of 91 patients were evaluated for 25(OH)D status during their COVID-19 disease course. 25-hydroxyvitamin D levels were classified as deficient (< 10 ng/mL), insufficient (10–30 ng/mL), or sufficient (> 30 ng/mL). The study population comprised 68.1% males (N = 62). The mean age was 52.6 ± 15.7 years. Vitamin D deficiency was significantly associated with intensive care unit (ICU) admission (RR: 3.20; P = 0.048), invasive ventilation (RR: 2.78; P = 0.043), persistent pulmonary infiltrates (RR: 7.58; P < 0.001), and death (RR: 2.98; P < 0.001) on univariate Cox regression. On multivariate Cox regression, only death (RR: 2.13; P = 0.046) and persistent pulmonary infiltrates (RR: 6.78; P = 0.009) remained significant after adjustment for confounding factors. On Kaplan Meier curves, vitamin D deficient patients had persistent pulmonary infiltrates and a greater probability of requiring mechanical ventilation than patients with 25(OH)D ≥ 10 ng/mL. Mechanical ventilation had to be initiated early in the deficient group during the 30-day hospital stay (Chi-square: 4.565, P = 0.033). Patients with 25(OH)D ≥ 10 ng/mL also demonstrated a higher probability of survival than those with 25(OH)D concentrations < 10 ng/mL. 25-hydroxyvitamin D deficient population had longer hospital stays and worse outcomes.
Spatiotemporal Pattern of COVID-19–Related Mortality during the First Year of the Pandemic in Brazil: A Population-based Study in a Region of High Social Vulnerability
Authors: Almeida Andrade Lucas , Silva da Paz Wandklebson , Fontes Lima Alanna G. C. , da Conceição Araújo Damião , Duque Andrezza M. , Peixoto Marcus Valerius S. , Góes Marco Aurélio O. , Freire de Souza Carlos Dornels , Nunes Ribeiro Caíque J. , Almeida Lima Shirley V. M. , Bezerra-Santos Márcio , Dantas dos Santos Allan
Published: November 2021

Currently, the world is facing a severe pandemic caused by the new severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) virus. Although the WHO has recommended preventive measures to limit its spread, Brazil has neglected most of these recommendations, and consequently, our country has the second largest number of deaths from COVID-19 worldwide. In addition, recent studies have shown the relationship between socioeconomic inequalities and the risk of severe COVID-19 infection. Herein, we aimed to assess the spatiotemporal distribution of mortality and lethality rates of COVID-19 in a region of high social vulnerability in Brazil (Northeast region) during the first year of the pandemic. A segmented log-linear regression model was applied to assess temporal trends of mortality and case fatality rate (CFR) and according to the social vulnerability index (SVI). The Local Empirical Bayesian Estimator and Global Moran Index were used for spatial analysis. We conducted a retrospective space–time scan to map clusters at high risk of death from COVID-19. A total of 66,358 COVID-19–related deaths were reported during this period. The mortality rate was 116.2/100,000 inhabitants, and the CFR was 2.3%. Nevertheless, CFR was > 7.5% in 27 municipalities (1.5%). We observed an increasing trend of deaths in this region (AMCP = 18.2; P = 0.001). Also, increasing trends were observed in municipalities with high (N = 859) and very high SVI (N = 587). We identified two significant spatiotemporal clusters of deaths by COVID-19 in this Brazilian region (P = 0.001), and most high-risk municipalities were on the coastal strip of the region. Taken together, our analyses demonstrate that the pandemic has been responsible for several deaths in Northeast Brazil, with clusters at high risk of mortality mainly in municipalities on the coastline and those with high SVI.
Recent Trends and Prospects of Microbial Fuel Cell Technology for Energy Positive Wastewater Treatment Plants Treating Organic Waste Resources
Authors: Son Sunghoon , Kim Youngjin , Kim Myeong Woon , Jung Sokhee P.
Published: November 2021

Microbial fuel cell (MFC) technology is receiving a lot of attention recently as a promising technology for generating electricity by treating organic waste resources. Over the past 20 years, the MFC technology has made rapid progress: various research on system architectures, electrochemistry, materials, and microbiology has been conducted for developing practical ideas and fundamental principles. Recently, a lot of research on scaled-up systems for practical application is being conducted in the MFC field. In this review, materials, electrochemistry, system development and scale-up systems of MFCs studied so far are reviewed, and future prospects and directions of MFC technology are presented.
Analysis of Boron Removal for Reverse Osmosis, Ion Exchange, and Capacitive Deionization
Authors: Kim Yu Chang , Lim Sungil , Han Bangwoo , Kim Sang Bok , Park Inyong , Lee Gunhee , Park Dae Hoon , Hong Keejung
Published: November 2021

Objectives : This article provides a comparative analysis of boron removal for brackish water reverse osmosis (BWRO), boron selective ion exchange (IX), or capacitive deionization (CDI) processes. Permeate of 1st-Pass RO process has to be post-treated for additional boron removal. Hence, we experimentally analyzed the performance of boron removal and specific energy consumption (SEC) of three aforementioned processes and investigated whether the processes are suitable for 2nd pass process of RO desalination.Methods : Raw feed water was prepared using NaCl and B(OH)3. Semi-pilot scale RO and IX systems (over 1 m3/hr capacity) and bench scale CDI system (over 2.5 L/min) were tested for performance comparison. Boron concentration was measured using Azomethine-H method for feed and product water. Energy consumption was monitored by using power quality analyzer.Results and Discussion : Each process has its own operating conditions. The RO process required high pH of feed water for high boron removal rate, the IX process was operated below breakthrough point considering adsorption capacity of boron selective resin, and the CDI process didn’t remove boron because chloride ion has higher ion selectivity for carbon electrode than boron. In terms of SEC, the pressure-driven RO process showed the highest SEC among three processes. The CDI process based on electrical adsorption of carbon electrode showed a considerable energy consumption as well. On the other hand, the IX process was operated at low energy consumption because its removal is just based on adsorption-desorption mechanism.Conclusions : The RO and CDI processes have received a lot of attention as leading and emerging technology while the IX process was regarded as a stubborn process because of regeneration of resin and its several segmentalized steps. However, we found that the IX process has a better performance for boron removal and energy consumption.
CÁC NHÂN TỐ CHỦ YẾU ẢNH HƯỞNG ĐẾN Ý ĐỊNH CỦA KHÁCH HÀNG TRONG VIỆC LỰA CHỌN NGÂN HÀNG ĐỂ GỬI TIỀN TIẾT KIỆM (NGHIÊN CỨU THỰC NGHIỆM VỀ NGÂN HÀNG TẠI TP. HỒ CHÍ MINH)
Authors: MINH HUỲNH QUANG
Published: November 2021

Nghiên cứu này nhằm xác định các nhân tố chủ yếu tác động đến ý định lựa chọn ngân hàng của khách hàng gửi tiền tiết kiệm tại các ngân hàng ở Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, Việt Nam. Đây là nghiên cứu thực nghiệm với 304 khách hàng có gửi tiền tiết kiệm tại các ngân hàng ở Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, phương pháp chọn mẫu thuận tiện và xử lý dữ liệu bằng phần mềm SPSS. Các nhân tố được xác định trong mô hình nghiên cứu bao gồm sự bảo đảm, sự đồng cảm, độ tin cậy, khả năng đáp ứng, cơ sở vật chất, lợi ích và người ảnh hưởng. Kết quả nghiên cứu cho thấy, cơ sở vật chất của ngân hàng có tác động lớn nhất, kế tiếp là lợi ích của khách hàng; những người ảnh hưởng ít tác động đến ý định của khách hàng; độ tin cậy, khả năng đáp ứng, sự đồng cảm, và sự bảo đảm không có liên quan đáng kể đến ý định của khách hàng trong việc lựa chọn ngân hàng để gửi tiền tiết kiệm tại Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh.
NGHIÊN CỨU CÁC YẾU TỐ ẢNH HƯỞNG ĐẾN HÀNH VI MUA SẮM TRỰC TUYẾN TRÊN FACEBOOK CỦA NGƯỜI TIÊU DÙNG TẠI THÀNH PHỐ HỒ CHÍ MINH
Authors: NIỆM NGÔ XUÂN , QUANG BÙI VĂN
Published: November 2021

Ngày nay với sự phát triển mạnh mẽ của mạng internet và tỉ lệ người dùng các thiết bị thông minh như máy tính bảng, điện thoại thì đã kéo theo sự phát triển của mạng xã hội, trong đó điển hình nhất là Facebook. Mạng xã hội Facebook là một nền tảng của thương mại điện tử. Điều này cho phép khách hàng tham gia một cách tích cực vào thị trường và tiếp cận với một số khối lượng lớn hàng hóa, dịch vụ trong một thời gian ngắn. Các tác động to lớn từ sự phát triển mạng xã hội Facebook không chỉ ảnh hưởng đến hoạt động của các doanh nghiệp mà còn thay đổi cách thức hành xử người tiêu dùng. Mục tiêu của đề tài là nghiên cứu các yếu tố ảnh hưởng đến hành vi mua sắm trực tuyến trên Facebook của người tiêu dùng tại TP.HCM. Nghiên cứu đề xuất 6 yếu tố: Niềm tin đối với sản phẩm, niềm tin về những ảnh hưởng của môi trường xã hội, chính sách hoàn trả, uy tín người bán, sự thuận tiện, livestream-truyền tải trực tuyến.

Với việc đánh giá độ tin cậy của thang đo Cronbach’s Alpha, phân tích nhân tố khám phá EFA và kiểm định các giả thuyết đặt ra. Kết quả cho thấy trong 6 yếu tố được đưa vào mô hình thì có đủ 6 yếu tố tác động đến hành vi mua sắm
CÁC YẾU TỐ TÁC ĐỘNG ĐẾN LỢI NHUẬN CỦA NGÂN HÀNG THƯƠNG MẠI CỔ PHẦN VIỆT NAM
Authors: HẠNH NGUYỄN THỊ THÚY
Published: November 2021

Nghiên cứu phân tích các nhân tố tác động đến lợi nhuận của ngân hàng thương mại cổ phần Việt Nam giai đoạn 2009-2016. Kết quả nghiên cứu cho thấy lợi nhuận của ngân hàng bị ảnh hưởng bởi các nhóm nhân tố bên trong và bên ngoài ngân hàng. Nhân tố bên trong gồm qui mô, rủi ro tín dụng, thu nhập ngoài lãi, chi phí ngoài lãi, tỷ lệ vốn chủ sở hữu trên tổng tài sản. Nhân tố bên ngoài gồm tăng trưởng kinh tế và lạm phát. Sử dụng hồi qui dữ liệu bảng, kết quả cho thấy qui mô, thu nhập ngoài lãi, chi phí ngoài lãi, tỷ lệ vốn chủ sở hữu trên tổng tài sản, tăng trưởng kinh tế và lạm phát có tác động dương ý nghĩa đến lợi nhuận của ngân hàng thương mại. Từ đó, nghiên cứu cũng khuyến nghị các giải pháp nhằm gia tăng lợi nhuận của ngân hàng thương mại Việt Nam trong thời gian sắp tới.
Teak genetic diversity in Ghana shows a narrow base for further breeding and a need for improved international collaboration for provenance exchange.
Authors: Wanders Tieme H V , Ofori James N , Amoako Alexander , Postuma Maarten , Wagemaker Cornelis A M , Veenendaal Elmar , Vergeer Philippine
Published: November 2021

We evaluated the genetic diversity of teak provenances at a newly established provenance trial with 52 provenances collected from Africa, South America and Asia in Tain II Forest Reserve in Central Ghana. This provenance collection / trial was established to widen the genetic basis for Teak establishment in West Africa. Using Genotyping by Sequencing (GBS) we analysed the genetic diversity of these provenances.  Results of the study revealed that, although acquired from  a wide geographical range, most  Teak provenances in the trial belong to only two distinct groups that are closely related. The implication of this finding is that, for breeding, a wider range of provenances are needed from the original Teak distribution areas and more specifically from Southern India. We conclude that urgent protection of older existing sources of genetic variation in Teak  as well as an improvement  of international collaboration under the Nagoya protocol with countries with  native teak populations is necessary.
ANALYSIS OF THE EFFICIENCY OF SPECTRAL ESTIMATION METHODS FOR DETECTION OF UAV ACOUSTIC SIGNALS
Authors: Buhaiov М. V. , Branovytskyi V. V. , Khorenko Y. O.
Published: November 2021

One of the most important components of counteracting small unmanned aerial vehicles is their reliable detection. You can use propeller noise to detect such objects at short distances. An energy or harmonic detector is used to receive unmanned aerial vehicles acoustic emission. At low signal-to-noise ratios , which is most common in practice, the harmonic detector provides a higher probability of detection compared to energy. The principle of the harmonic detector is based on spectral analysis of acoustic signals. A mathematical model of the acoustic signal of an aircraft-type unmanned aerial vehicles is proposed. It is shown that at short time intervals (tens of milliseconds) such signals can be considered as stationary and for its analysis can be used known methods of spectral estimation. Nonparametric, parametric and subspace methods of spectral estimation are considered for processing of acoustic emission of unmanned aerial vehicles. To conduct a comparative analysis of different methods of spectral estimation, a statistical quality index was used, which can be calculated as a variation of the estimation of power spectral density. This index characterizes the method of spectral estimation in terms of frequency resolution and the ability to detect harmonic components of the signal into noise and not create interference that exceeds the amplitude of the signal. As a result of researches it was established that at high signal-to-noise ratios parametric methods are more effective in comparison with nonparametric. However, such a statement will be valid only if the correct order of the model. It is shown that the use of spatial methods is impractical for the analysis of acoustic signals of unmanned aerial vehicles. The use of the value of the statistical quality indicator as a threshold for deciding on the presence or absence of the acoustic signal of the unmanned aerial vehicles in the adopted implementation and its further processing should be used at SNR values greater than 5 dB.
Using service-learning approach for promoting higher order thinking skills among Pakistani pre-service teachers
Authors: Saeed Muhammad , Ahmed Iqbal
Published: November 2021

Modern educational pedagogies emphasize that teaching and learning frameworks should be designed to promote essential skills among students and develop their higher order thinking skills and the real-world application of those skills. In this milieu, service-learning is an emerging approach in education that best meets this need. Although much work exists on service-learning in developing students' social, moral, and citizenship potential, there is a lack of research that highlights the role of service-learning and its potential to promote high order thinking skills among pre-service teachers. This study attempts to extensively examine the role of service-learning in promoting high-order thinking skills among pre-service teachers. For this purpose, an integrated approach of Queensland University's higher order thinking guidelines was compared and contrasted as a framework with service-learning approach. The analysis and literature review showed that said the guidelines can be adopted using service-learning approach to promote higher order thinking skills of pre-service teachers. Therefore, the framework is proposed to be integrated into a service-learning course in higher education. The guidelines provide a five steps process for developing higher order thinking skills among teacher education students. The study results provide teacher educators with more practical ways to implement a more active and purposeful teaching and learning environment that encourages higher order thinking among pre-service teachers.
The Smoking Economic Burden in the National Institute on Oncology and Radiology from Cuba
Authors:   Faculty of Medical Science “10 de Octubre”, Hernández Fé Fernández , Sánchez González Efraín ,   Faculty of Medical Science “10 de Octubre”
Published: November 2021

Background: Cancer is one of the main mortality causes in Cuba. Close all cancer types are related with smoking as risk factor, especially pulmonary cancer. The National Institute on Oncology and Radiology is the Cuban health more specialized institution researching cancer. The real available from economic resources limit the institutional capability to cover all demanded services. The determination of the smoking economic burden in specialized health institution as this will contribute to a better valuation of smoking impact over health services management. Objective: Determine the smoking economic burden in the National Institute on Oncology and Radiology. Materials and methods: Theorical methods: historic – logic, inductive – deductive and systematization. Empiric methods: bibliographic and documental research and an algorithm to calculate the smoking economic burden attributable to smoking. Results: The smoking economic burden in active smokers by mortality in 2015 in the National Institute on Oncology and Radiology was 30.9% and including passive smokers was 46.4%. Conclusions: In 2015 the smoking economic burden at the National Institute on Oncology and Radiology from Cuba was very high. This result is according to the high specialization from the health services covered and cancer behavior in Cuba
Chakras’ Energies Replenishment in the Treatment of Addiction in Marijuana
Authors:   Infectious Diseases, General Practice, Nutrition, Acupuncture and Pain Management Specialist. Medical Acupuncture and Pain Management Clinic, Franca, São Paulo, Brazil, WL Huang
Published: November 2021

Introduction: Marijuana remains the most widely used illicit substance in the United States and Europe. Marijuana, according to Chinese herbal medicine is what is known as a “Cold” herb, draining the essential energy called Yang primarily from the Liver, rendering the Liver relatively unable to perform its functions of moving physical and mental energy and containing it for when it is needed. Purpose: to demonstrate that chakras’ energies replenishment is an important tool to treat patients with marijuana addiction. Methods: one case report of a 26-year-old male patient. His father told him to search for a treatment beliving that he was in severe depression. At the medical apointment, he told to the doctor that he usually used marijuana after the divorce of his parents. Chakras’ energies measurement were done throught radiesthesia procedure that demonstrate that all his chakras were completely depleted in energy, all rate in one out eight. The treatment consisted in Chinese dietary counseling, auricular acupuncture with apex ear bloodletting and replenishment of the chakras with highly diluted medications according to the theory Constitutional Homeopathy of Five Elements Based on Traditional Chinese Medicine. Results: the patient improved very quickly from his depression symptoms and it was possible to suspend the use of marijuana in the first two weeks of treatment. Conclusion: to treat patients with addiction in marijuana it is important to balance the internal energies and replenish the chakras’ energies deficiencies, improving self-steam, depression, anxiety, fear, sleep, sexual function, etc, giving the energy condition to live normally.
Relationship Use of Social Media with A Level of Knowledge about Free Sex in Teenagers
Authors:   School of Nursing, STIKES Tana Toraja, Jalan Poros Tanglulipu, Toraja Utara, Sulawesi Selatan Province, Indonesia, Palamba Agustina
Published: November 2021

Adolescence is a phase of developmental growth between childhood and adulthood. In 2013 the number of teenagers was 65 million people or 30% of the population of Indonesia. Parents find it taboo to talk about sex issues so teenagers are looking for alternative sources of information. Teenagers use mass media as a source of information. This study was to find out the relationship of social media use with the level of knowledge about free sex in adolescents at SMA Negeri 12 Makassar. Research design uses analytical surveys with a cross sectional approach. Sampling was with simple random sampling techniques. The number of respondents was 105 students. Data collection is done using questionnaires. Data analysis includes univariate analysis by looking for frequency distribution, bivariate analysis with Chi-Square test α = 0.05 to find out the relationship between variables. The results of the analysis of bivariate obtained a relationship between social media and the level of knowledge about free sex (p= 0.002). The conclusion in this study is that there is a strongly relationship between the use of social media and the level of knowledge about free sex in adolescents
Nature and scope of medical social work in healthcare setting in Pakistan
Authors: Ibad Ullah Sajid  , Aqib Shehzad Alvi  , Irfan Nawaz
Published: November 2021

A sick person’s needs are hardly ever simple rather these are complicated and multifold which require several kinds of assistance, simultaneously. Medicine is the one while the Medical Social Work (MSW) is another way. Social Work discipline emerged in earlier 20th century but in Pakistan, it has been started in 1953. The role of Social Work in healthcare setting is exclusively unique. Social Workers as a part of multidisciplinary teams are dealing with the multidimensional issues of the patients. In Pakistan, the MSW seems failed to achieve a mature professional status and it is still blurred in terms of skills and services. The significance of Social Work services is vague to healthcare administrators and even healthcare professionals. The role of social workers in healthcare setting is limited.
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The Extrinsic Effects of Unauthenticated Publications on Social Media on Readers’ Judgement and Perception
Authors: Teckwani Janak Ashok , Wei Chew Siew
Published: November 2021

The dissemination of unauthenticated publications on social media platforms has increased over the years and the factors, congruent to the extrinsic effects of these publications, are less studied and analyzed. It is important to understand the relationship between social media content deception and the sharing behavior of all the readers who engage with it on a daily basis. This research studies the perception of 16 Malaysian individuals on the antecedents of falling prey and sharing fake news as well as their perceptions on the general repercussions that are deemed prominent. Emphasizing on the prevalence of mass sharing, these publications continue to significantly impact readers with time, as exemplified in the findings of the research. Study findings also indicate that crucial periods, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, inculcate curiosity and vulnerability and thus making it easier for readers to fall prey to social media postings that serve as a facade for all misinformation and disinformation.
Online Purchasing Behaviour of Consumers at Zalora in Malaysia
Authors: Aznor Nor Shairah Binti , A. Ramli Nur Asma’ Husna Binti , Mamat Zamri Nurul Nadhirah Binti , Win Nye Sek , Basri Siti Nur Batrisya Najwa Binti , Wan Mohd Khalid Wan Syaril Bin , Shaharin Nurhanna Aiman Binti , G. Ramiah Vimala Davy , Paramasivam Sheela , Krishnan Isai Amutan
Published: November 2021

In the 1960s, the emergence of technology introduced by humans spurred the establishment of the Internet that can engage all people globally. Since 1994, the Internet has contributed tremendously towards the evolution of online shopping through the development Electronic Commerce (EC). There are many online shopping websites that have been established by various companies as other alternatives for consumers to purchase their goods or services rather than shopping at the stores. In Malaysia, the reputation and brand image of ZALORA has become the centre and the focus of society. It automatically raises a question among the marketers regarding the motives of the consumers in choosing ZALORA rather than other online shopping websites. This is due to the attractiveness of ZALORA that has led the consumers’ intention in purchasing or ordering the goods or services online. Therefore, it is vital to investigate and identify the factors that influence the consumers' purchasing behaviour as well as their intentions in shopping online at ZALORA. In order to fill the gap of this study, the data of 377 respondents were collected and analysed by using the Statistical Package Social Science (SPSS) software version no.25. The findings show that the website designs of ZALORA have been portrayed as the main factor that has contributed to the purchasing behaviour of consumers for online shopping at ZALORA in comparison to other factors which were convenience, time saving and security.