bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Effects of Power Training Frequency on Muscle Power and Functional Performance in Older Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Authors: Katsoulis Konstantina , Amara Catherine E.
Published: June 2023

Katsoulis, K and Amara, CE. The effects of power training frequency on muscle power and functional performance in older women: a randomized controlled trial. J Strength Cond Res 37(11): 2289–2297, 2023—Low-intensity power training (PT) has emerged as an effective method for improving muscle power and functional performance in older adults. However, effects of low training frequencies are less understood and could expand the repertoire of exercise prescription, particularly in older women who experience greater functional disability with age compared with men. This study investigated the impact of frequency of low-intensity (40% of 1 repetition maximum, 1RM) PT on lower-body power and functional performance in healthy older women. Women (74 ± 4 years) were randomized to 12 weeks of PT of 1 (PT1, n = 14), 2 (PT2, n = 17), or 3 (PT3, n = 17) d·wk−1 or wait control (CON, n = 15). Measures included leg press 1RM, knee extension power (KEP), and functional performance (stair climb power, stair climb time, 30-second chair stands, 400-m walk, Short Physical Performance Battery). There were no differences between the frequency of training in changes in leg press 1RM, KEP, or functional performance after 12 weeks. Pre-post data for individual training groups revealed that leg press 1RM improved in all PT groups (20–33%, p < 0.05). Furthermore, KEP improved in PT2 and PT3 by 10 and 12%, respectively, and all PT groups improved in the 30-second chair stands and Short Physical Performance Battery (6–22%), whereas PT1 and PT3 improved in the 400-m walk and PT2 improved in stair climb power and stair climb time after training (4–7%, p < 0.05). One to 3 weekly low-intensity PT sessions can improve functional performance, although improvements in both functional performance and power might require 2 or 3 sessions per week in older healthy women.
PRMT5 links lipid metabolism to contractile function of skeletal muscles
Authors: Kim Kun Ho , Jia Zhihao , Snyder Madigan , Chen Jingjuan , Qiu Jiamin , Oprescu Stephanie N , Chen Xiyue , Syed Sabriya A , Yue Feng , Roseguini Bruno T , Imbalzano Anthony N , Hu Changdeng , Kuang Shihuan
Published: June 2023

Skeletal muscle plays a key role in systemic energy homeostasis besides its contractile function, but what links these functions is poorly defined. Protein Arginine Methyl Transferase 5 (PRMT5) is a well‐known oncoprotein but also expressed in healthy tissues with unclear physiological functions. As adult muscles express high levels of Prmt5, we generated skeletal muscle‐specific Prmt5 knockout (Prmt5MKO) mice. We observe reduced muscle mass, oxidative capacity, force production, and exercise performance in Prmt5MKO mice. The motor deficiency is associated with scarce lipid droplets in myofibers due to defects in lipid biosynthesis and accelerated degradation. Specifically, PRMT5 deletion reduces dimethylation and stability of Sterol Regulatory Element‐Binding Transcription Factor 1a (SREBP1a), a master regulator of de novo lipogenesis. Moreover, Prmt5MKO impairs the repressive H4R3 symmetric dimethylation at the Pnpla2 promoter, elevating the level of its encoded protein ATGL, the rate‐limiting enzyme catalyzing lipolysis. Accordingly, skeletal muscle‐specific double knockout of Pnpla2 and Prmt5 normalizes muscle mass and function. Together, our findings delineate a physiological function of PRMT5 in linking lipid metabolism to contractile function of myofibers.
Surface discoloration analysis and lignin degradation fragments identification of UV-irradiated moso bamboo (Phyllostachys pubescens Mazel)
Authors: Yu Haixia , Yu Wenji , Yang Liu , Fang Chongrong , Xu Manping
Published: June 2023

Color changes caused by artificial UV radiation of Moso bamboo (Phyllostachys pubescens Mazel) were recorded as a function of exposure time to obtain the maximum absorption trend by the Kubelka-Munk (K-M) spectra. Lignin photolysis into smaller molecules was evaluated using spectrophotometry and gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) analysis. Results showed that the K-M absorption peak increased in the yellow and red regions (360 to 500 nm) when compared with the untreated sample, which was in accordance with the yellow-red shift by visual observation. The maximum absorption of the K-M spectra from UVB phototreated bamboo was in the UV region. GC-MS analysis showed that benzene carbonyls, organic acid, and esters were the major types of photolysized molecules of bamboo lignin, which were derived from the C-C bonds adjacent to the α-carbonyl. UV irradiation (295 to 400 nm) resulted in the breakdown of carbonyl and unsaturated C-C groups conjugated to aromatic ring at the Cα ., which partly contributed to the quick discoloration at the initial 100 h of UV irradiation.
Evaluation of blue Cupressus Arizona cone in automotive brake pad biocomposite
Authors: Yavuz Hicri
Published: June 2023

Recently, new brake pads have been developed using sustainable materials that are not harmful to the environment. In this study, the effect of using blue-colored Cupressus arizonica cones was determined as a friction modifier in brake pad composites. Four different samples were prepared by grinding the cone material. The samples’ physical and chemical properties and performances were compared, and finally, their microscopic analyses were visualized by scanning electron microscopy. Maximum friction coefficient and minimum wear rate are required for brake pads. The maximum friction coefficient of 0.39 and the minimum wear rate of the samples containing Cupressus arizonica were obtained in the 0.124X10-7 cm3/Nm BCA3 sample. When the brake pads developed from lignocellulosic biomass were compared, it was determined that the BCA3 sample met the most reasonable performance values.
Impact of thermal modification on swelling and mechanical behavior of Couratari spp.
Authors: Andrade Fernando Wallase Carvalho , Moutinho Victor Hugo Pereira , Severo Elias Taylor Durgante , Ferreira Jessica Sabrina da Silva , Ballarin Adriano Wagner
Published: June 2023

Thermal modification mechanisms and their effects on physical and mechanical properties of native Amazon hardwoods are not yet completely understood. It is expected that such treatments can improve the properties of low-value Amazonian woods and sapwood residues. This study aimed to investigate the impact of heat treatment on the swelling and mechanical properties (strength and stiffness to Static Bending and Janka hardness) of tauari wood (Couratari spp.), a low-value Amazonian hardwood. For this, tauari wood samples were thermally modified in an electric oven under hot air irradiation at final temperatures of 160 °C, 170 °C, 180 °C, 190 °C, 200 °C, and 210 °C for 2.5 h. The main results showed that thermal modification increased the hydrophobicity of tauari wood without any noticeable effects on the mechanical behavior of the wood up to 200 °C. It was stated that up to 200 °C thermal modification is beneficial in terms of gains in hydrophobicity. In contrast, above 200 °C, despite an increase in hydrophobicity, consistent decreases in strength (MOR) and hardness were observed.
Finite-time adaptive synchronization of fractional-order delayed quaternion-valued fuzzy neural networks
Authors: Chen Shenglong , Li Hong-Li , Wang Leimin , Hu Cheng , Jiang Haijun , Li Zhiming
Published: June 2023

Based on direct quaternion method, this paper explores the finite-time adaptive synchronization (FAS) of fractional-order delayed quaternion-valued fuzzy neural networks (FODQVFNNs). Firstly, a useful fractional differential inequality is created, which offers an effective way to investigate FAS. Then two novel quaternion-valued adaptive control strategies are designed. By means of our newly proposed inequality, the basic knowledge about fractional calculus, reduction to absurdity as well as several inequality techniques of quaternion and fuzzy logic, several sufficient FAS criteria are derived for FODQVFNNs. Moreover, the settling time of FAS is estimated, which is in connection with the order and initial values of considered systems as well as the controller parameters. Ultimately, the validity of obtained FAS criteria is corroborated by numerical simulations.
Assessment of dose heterogeneity in TBI using the thorax of the anthropomorphic Alderson-Rando phantom and TLDs in two different setups
Authors: Rodrigues Fernando , Nolasco Arnie , Meira Belo Luiz Cláudio , Silva Claudete , Fonseca Telma
Published: June 2023

Total body irradiation (TBI) is a treatment modality of radiotherapy. It can be used for immunosuppression of transplanted patients or for metastatic protocols. In this study, TBI was performed using the anthropomorphic Alderson-Rando phantom filled with thermoluminescent dosimeters (TLDs) and irradiated with a 6 MV photon beam from the Elekta linear accelerator in two different setups, one at the hospital São Francisco, BH, MG and second at the hospital Santa Casa in Lavras, MG. The dose distribution in the left and right lungs was estimated, analyzed, and compared with results from the literature. Our results showed that dose homogeneity is more adequate with dual-field irradiation.
Features of modelling the components of the financial and economic stimulation system of the advanced technologies’ introduction of smart industrial development
Authors:   Institute of Industrial Economics of NAS of Ukraine, Turlakova Svitlana , Shumilo Yana ,   Institute of Industrial Economics of NAS of Ukraine, Logvinenko Bohdan ,   Institute of Industrial Economics of NAS of Ukraine
Published: June 2023

The introduction of advanced technologies by the Industry 4.0 phase at national enterprises is in the initial stages and requires economic support from the state. The system of financial and economic stimulation for the introduction of advanced technologies for smart-industrial development should combine monetary (monetary and credit) and fiscal (tax and budget) incentives. To ensure the validity and optimality of the choice of the list of such measures, it is relevant to build scenarios for the development of national industry using economic and mathematical modelling tools that allow assessing the impact of the identified incentives on the overall economic growth indicators. An analysis of the models by areas of incentives aimed at studying the impact of incentives on the economic performance of enterprises, industry or the overall economy of the States is carried out. The advantages and disadvantages of the DCF, VAR and GARCH models are outlined, which, along with the methods for assessing the effectiveness of individual incentives CBA, ROI, NPV, etc., may require modification to consider individual incentives, the introduction of additional factors and the accumulation of variables to assess the overall impact on the economy. Therefore, they are labour-intensive for solving the outlined problems, but can be used for intermediate calculations for certain incentive areas. For modelling the components of the financial and economic stimulation system at the national level, the most appropriate models are general economic models (Cobb-Douglas model, Solow model, AD-AS model, Samuelson-Hicks model, etc.). The modified Cobb-Douglas model, taking into account the digitalisation factor, reflects the dependence of production on the introduction of advanced smart technologies, has a number of advantages over other models and is technically convenient for long-term calculations, which is required for national industry development scenarios to assess the impact of the introduction of financial and economic stimulation for industrial development. Promising areas of research are outlined.
Economic essence and types of modern industrial parks
Authors:   Institute of Industrial Economics of the NAS of Ukraine, Chekina Viktoriia , Lischuk Olexander ,   Institute of Industrial Economics of the NAS of Ukraine
Published: June 2023

The idea of creation an optimal environment and ecosystem for the business activity, technology and innovation is not new, but over the years it has not lost its relevance, because today there are already more than 700 industrial parks in different countries of the world, which are a strategic tool for the policy of new economic development. The article analyzes the works devoted to the content of the "industrial park" concept, the definition of its functions, industrial parks’ classification, etc. in order to generalize the approaches and results of studies of the economic essence of industrial parks and propose a modern definition of the concept of "industrial park". It has been established that foreign authors usually do not focus on the definition of the concept of "industrial park", using the definition to identify the compliance of the industrial park with the criteria specified by international associations. The interpretation of the term "industrial park" by Ukrainian researchers is almost identical to the definition provided in the Law of Ukraine "On industrial parks" with some differences related to the methodological aspects of the authors' research. It has been recognized that industrial parks are classified according to the presence of ready-made industrial premises for the implementation of economic activities by residents (Greenfield, Brownfield, Greyfield). They also differ in scale and list of services. Industrial parks can also include research parks, innovation centers, science and technology parks. As a result of summarizing definitions and characteristics of industrial parks given by the researchers, authors present a definition of the term "industrial park" as a territory, specially organized and managed by a specialized company for accommodating new industries with distribution according to certain latest industry functions, provided with infrastructure, energy, legal conditions for creating a pool of users (tenants or owners) with a single development concept and management system. The common features of industrial parks are highlighted – support of a local and/or regional economic development; creating an environment conducive to work with the knowledge base, establishing contacts and exchanging ideas; provision of premises and other support services; connection with one or more higher educational institutions, research institutes; promotion customers’ innovation and competitiveness; assistance in investments in knowledge-intensive business and development of start-ups. Further analysis and evaluation of the functioning of industrial parks should be focused on revealing new aspects of their use in the national economic system in the context of aggravated geopolitical confrontation affecting the economy of Ukraine.
EXPRESSION OF HEPATOCYTE GROWTH FACTOR AND C-MET RECEPTOR IN STROMAL FIBROBLASTS AND TUMOR CELLS OF ENDOMETRIAL CARCINOMA
Authors: Buchynska L.G. , Brieieva O.V. , Nespriadko S.V.
Published: June 2023

Background: HGF/c-Met is one of the main signaling pathways that ensure communication between epithelial cells and components of the tumor microenvironment determining the invasive and metastatic potential of many cancers. However, the significance of HGF and c-Met in endometrial carcinoma (ECa) progression remains unclear. Aim: To evaluate copy number variations as well as expression of the c-Met receptor and its ligand HGF in endometrial carcinomas considering the clinical and morphological characteristics of ECa. Materials and Methods: The study was conducted on ECa samples of 57 patients, among which 32 had lymph nodes and/or distant metastasis. The copy number of c-MET gene was estimated by qPCR. The expression of HGF and c-Met in tissue samples was determined by the immunohistochemical method. Results: Amplification of c-MET gene was detected in 10.5% of the ECa cases. In most carcinomas, a combined expression pattern of HGF and c-Met was established, in which co-expression of these markers was observed in tumor cells, and the content of HGF+ fibroblasts increased in the stroma. The expression of HGF in tumor cells was associated with the tumor differentiation grade and was higher in G3 ECa (p = 0.041). The number of HGF+ fibroblasts in the stromal component increased in the ECa cases with metastasis compared to the cases without metastasis (p = 0.032). The content of stromal c-Met+ fibroblasts was higher in deeply invasive carcinomas of patients with metastases than in tumors with invasion of < 1/2 myometrium (p = 0.035). Conclusion: Increased expression of HGF and c-Met in stromal fibroblasts of endometrial carcinomas is associated with metastasis in patients with ECa and deep invasion of the tumor into the myometrium, and can contribute to the aggressive course of the disease.
CANCER-ASSOCIATED ADIPOCYTES AND PROGNOSTIC VALUE OF PREOPERATIVE NEUTROPHIL-LYMPHOCYTE RATIO IN GASTRIC CANCER
Authors: Bubnovskaya L. , Ganusevich I. , Merentsev S. , Osinsky D.
Published: June 2023

Background: The neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) turned out to be a routinely available marker capable to reflect the systemic inflammatory response created by a tumor. Gastric cancer (GC) grows in the anatomical vicinity of adipose tissue, which is also associated with low-grade inflammation. Aim: To investigate the usefulness of the combined use of preoperative NLR and density of intratumoral cancer-associated adipocytes (CAAs) for predicting the disease outcome in GC patients. Materials and Methods: A total of 151 patients with GC were eligible for retrospective analysis between 2009 and 2015.NLR preoperative values were calculated. Perilipin expression in tumor tissue was examined immunohistochemically. Results: Low preoperative NLR is the most reliable prognostic factor for the favorable outcome for patients with low density of intratumoral CAAs. Patients with a high density of CCAs are at high risk of lethal outcomes independently of the value of preoperative NLR. Conclusion: The results have clearly shown an association between preoperative NLR and the density of CAAs in the primary tumor of GC patients. The prognostic value of NLR is essentially modified by means of the individual density of intratumoral CAAs in GC patients.The elevated NLR could be of significant predictive potential for a negative prognosis for patients with tumors characterized by the high density of CAAs independently of BMI.
DIAGNOSTICS OF LYMPHOGENIC METASTASIS IN PATIENTS WITH RECTAL CANCER BY COMBINING MRI WITH BLOOD CEA ASSESSMENT
Authors: Maliborska S.V. , Holotiuk V.V. , Partykevich Y.D. , Holotiuk I.S.
Published: June 2023

Aim: To improve the diagnostics of lymphogenic metastasis in patients with rectal cancer (RCa) by combining magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) with the blood carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) level assessment. Materials and Methods: We have systematized and analyzed the results of the examination and treatment of 77 patients with stage II–III rectal adenocarcinoma (T2-3N0-2M0). Before the start of neoadjuvant treatment as well as 8 weeks after its completion, computed tomography (CT) and MRI were performed. We analyzed such prognostic criteria as the size, shape, and structure of lymph nodes as well as the patterns of contrast accumulation. As a prognostic marker, CEA levels in the blood of patients with RCa before surgical treatment were assessed. Results: Radiological exams showed a rounded shape and heterogeneous structure to be the most informative for predicting metastatic lymph node damage, increasing the probability by 4.39 and 4.98 times, respectively. After neoadjuvant treatment, the percentage of positive histopathological reports on lymph node involvement decreased significantly to 21.6% (р ˂ 0.001). MRI showed 76% sensitivity and 48% specificity for assessing lymphogenic metastasis. CEA levels differed significantly between stages II and III (N1–2) (р ˂ 0.032) with a threshold value of 3.95 ng/ml. Conclusions: In order to increase the effectiveness of the diagnosis of lymphogenic metastasis using radiological examination methods in RCa patients, such prognostic criteria as the round shape and heterogeneous structure of the lymph nodes and the threshold level of CEA should be considered.
SKELETAL MUSCLE SENSITIVITY TO WASTING INDUCED BY UROTHELIAL CARCINOMA
Authors: Esteves M. , Duarte M. , Oliveira P.A. , Gil da Costa R.M. , Monteiro M.P. , Duarte J.A.
Published: June 2023

Background: Skeletal muscle wasting is a common phenotypic feature of several types of cancer, and it is associated with functional impairment, respiratory complications, and fatigue. However, equivocal evidence remains regarding the impact of cancer-induced muscle wasting on the different fiber types. Aim: The aim of this study was to investigate the impact of urothelial carcinoma induced in mice on the histomorphometric features and collagen deposition in different skeletal muscles.Materials and Methods: Thirteen ICR (CD1) male mice were randomly assigned into two groups: exposed to 0.05% N-butyl-N-(4-hydroxybutyl) nitrosamine (BBN) in drinking water for 12 weeks, plus 8 weeks of tap water (BBN, n = 8) or with access to tap water for 20 weeks (CONT, n = 5). Tibialis anterior, soleus, and diaphragm muscles were collected from all animals. For cross-sectional area and myonuclear domain analysis, muscle sections were stained with hematoxylin and eosin, and for collagen deposition assessment, muscle sections were stained with picrosirius red. Results: All animals from the BBN group developed urothelial preneoplastic and neoplastic lesions, and the tibialis anterior from these animals presented a reduced cross-sectional area (p < 0.001), with a decreased proportion of fibers with a higher cross-sectional area, increased collagen deposition (p = 0.017), and higher myonuclear domain (p = 0.031). BBN mice also showed a higher myonuclear domain in the diaphragm (p = 0.015). Conclusion: Urothelial carcinoma induced muscle wasting of the tibialis anterior, expressed by a decreased cross-sectional area, higher infiltration of fibrotic tissue, and increased myonuclear domain, which also increased in the diaphragm, suggesting that fast glycolytic muscle fibers are more susceptible to be affected by cancer development.
POSSIBILITIES AND PERSPECTIVES OF THE CONSUMERS-REGULATORS APPLICATION IN SYSTEMS OF FREQUENCY AND POWER AUTOMATIC REGULATION
Authors:   General Energy Institute of NAS of Ukraine, 172, Antonovycha Str., Kyiv, 03150, Ukraine, Babak V.P. , Kulyk M.M. ,   General Energy Institute of NAS of Ukraine, 172, Antonovycha Str., Kyiv, 03150, Ukraine
Published: June 2023

The Integrated Energy System (IES) of Ukraine functions as part of the European Union (EU) electric power system ENTSO-E. Each country whose IES operates in the ENTSO-E structure must ensure the presence of a full-fledged fre-quency and power automatic control system (AFPCS, AFPC system) in the national IES. The only exception is the IES of Ukraine, because its inclusion in the ENTSO-E happened during martial law and in the absence herewith of a full-fledged AFPC system. It violates the cornerstone requirements of the ENTSO-E structure formation. In the post-war period, the IES of Ukraine will be obliged to complete its own, full-fledged AFPCS as soon as possible. Three structures of the AFPC system development of the Ukrainian IES were studied: according to the traditional principle (on the basis of generators-regulators); on the basis of heat consumers-regulators with the involvement of heat pump installa-tions and on the basis of heat consumers-regulators using electric heat generators that provide energy for the central-ized heat supply system. Calculations and analysis of technical and economic indicators showed that the traditional structure of AFPCS extremely loses to both structures built on consumers-regulators. Significantly better of these two systems is the AFPCS, built on consumers-regulators in the form of electric heat generators. It provides an annual net profit of more than 1.8 billion USD, with a payback period of about 0.5 years, reduces by 2.7 billion m3 of natural gas consumption, reduces by 13.9 billion USD needs capital investment, has short construction deadlines. References 20, tables 5.
Transvenous Lead Extraction: Work in Progress
Authors: Akhtar Zaki , Sohal Manav , Sheppard Mary N , Gallagher Mark M
Published: June 2023

Cardiac implantable electronic devices are the cornerstone of cardiac rhythm management, with a significant number of implantations annually. A rising prevalence of cardiac implantable electronic devices coupled with widening indications for device removal has fuelled a demand for transvenous lead extraction (TLE). With advancement of tools and techniques, the safety and efficacy profile of TLE has significantly improved since its inception. Despite these advances, TLE continues to carry risk of significant complications, including a superior vena cava injury and mortality. However, innovative approaches to lead extraction, including the use of the jugular and femoral accesses, offers potential for further gains in safety and efficacy. In this review, the indications and risks of TLE are discussed while examining the evolution of this procedure from simple traction to advanced methodologies, which have contributed to a significant improvement in safety and efficacy.
Musical Life in Budapest during World War II: Music Reviews by Dénes Bartha in Pester Lloyd (1939–1944)
Authors: Scholz Anna
Published: June 2023

Dénes Bartha (1908–1993), the internationally renowned Hungarian music historian, worked as a music critic for Pester Lloyd, the German-language Budapest daily newspaper between 1939 and 1944. Within the five concert seasons, I found a total of four hundred and sixty-five writings by Bartha in the columns of the newspaper, mostly reviews of concerts and opera performances but also some interviews and theoretical articles. The importance of the articles is enhanced by the fact that they commemorate the performances of such distinguished Hungarian musicians as Béla Bartók, Ernst von Dohnányi, Emil Telmányi, Ede Zathureczky, the Waldbauer–Kerpely String Quartet and the Végh Quartet among others, and they also document guest performances in Budapest by such renowned foreign performers as Herbert von Karajan, Wilhelm Furtwängler, Willem Mengelberg, Hans Knappertsbusch, Clemens Krauss, Edwin Fischer and Walter Gieseking. In 2022, one hundred and twenty articles were published in my Hungarian translation from this extremely valuable and diverse material. In this study, I present the main features of Dénes Bartha's perspective as a music critic, taking examples from the articles included in the volume.
DATA VISUALIZATION: TRANSFORMING COMPLEX DATA INTO ACTIONABLE INSIGHTS
Authors: Kharakhash О.
Published: June 2023

Abstract. This article explores the power of data visualization and its impact on decision-making processes. It begins by highlighting the importance of data visualization in making data more accessible and understandable, emphasizing how visual representations enhance comprehension, facilitate exploration, and support data-driven decision-making. Real-world scenarios are provided to showcase the significant impact of data visualization on decision-making processes. Case studies illustrate how organizations have leveraged visualizations to gain actionable insights and drive strategic outcomes. The article delves into the process of choosing the right visualization techniques, exploring different types of visualization techniques such as charts, graphs, maps, and interactive dashboards.
Guidelines for selecting the right visualization method are provided, focusing on effectively conveying desired insights. The article “Data Visualization: Transforming Complex Data into Actionable Insights” emphasizes the need to consider factors such as data complexity, audience, and objectives when choosing visualization techniques. It encourages data analysts to adopt a thoughtful approach in selecting visualizations that best serve the purpose and maximize impact. Design principles for creating visually appealing and informative data visualizations are explored, and open source information is utilized to highlight best practices and common pitfalls to avoid. The article concludes by summarizing the importance of data visualization in transforming complex data into actionable insights.
It emphasizes the need for data analysts to prioritize data visualization skills and enhance their visual storytelling abilities to effectively communicate insights, influence stakeholders, and drive meaningful outcomes. Overall, the article provides readers with knowledge, insights, and practical guidance to harness the power of data visualization and unlock the full potential of their data.
АВТОМАТИЗАЦІЯ ПРОЦЕСУ РОЗЛИВУ ПИВА З ЕЛЕМЕНТАМИ СУЧАСНИХ ІНТЕЛЕКТУАЛЬНИХ ТЕХНОЛОГІЙ УПРАВЛІННЯ
Authors: Удовіка І. О. , Гурський О. О. , Воінова С. О.
Published: June 2023

Анотація. Традиційні підходи до автоматичного управління займають головну роль в сучасній промисловості та напевно продовжать бути мейнстрімом ще довгі роки. Системи управління з використання сучасних технологій інтелектуального управління стають все більш затребуваними в теперішніх умовах. Стосовно сфери громадського харчування, роботи зможуть виконувати функції офіціанта, бармена, касира, прибиральника та інші. Актуальною є автоматизація дозування рідких продуктів, зокрема, забезпечення відповідного температурного режиму при дозуванні пива на підприємствах громадського харчування з використанням елементів технологій інтелектуального управління. В жодному з опублікованих у відкритому доступі результатів досліджень не вирішено питання забезпечення точної підтримки регламентної температури пива при його дозуванні. На кафедрі автоматизації технологічних процесів і робототехнічних систем одеського національного технологічного університету в рамках науково-дослідної роботи магістранта виконане наукове дослідження процесу дозування пива як об’єкта управління та запропонована система автоматичного управління (САУ) температурним режимом при його дозуванні на основі елементів систем інтелектуального управління. Порівняльний аналіз функціонування класичної САУ та систем з використанням нечіткого та нейрорегуляторів показав переваги застосування останніх перед класичною для управління об’єктами з нелінійними характеристиками. Для технічних систем з випадковим характером збурень, високим порядком їх динамічних моделей та з нелінійними характеристиками можна говорити про проблему управління в умовах невизначеності. Використання нечітких та нейрорегуляторів забезпечує грубість і стабільну збіжність перехідних процесів у системі, тому такий підхід слід вважати доцільним.
CHARACTERISTICS OF THE TECHNICAL TASK FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A CHATBOT
Authors: Neliubii Veronika , Lukash Halyna
Published: June 2023

Abstract. The article describes the general principles of the technical task for the development of chatbots of a modern educational institution. It is noted that chatbots are still a new tool that is constantly developing and improving. Almost any company can integrate a chatbot into its work, because today it has become a universal assistant for various tasks. Depending on the actual needs, it can be added to the site, application or messenger. The process of developing chatbots aimed at ensuring the effectiveness of documentation and communication activities of an educational institution has been studied. Technical tasks for chatbot development are described. The purpose of the study is to consider IT tools and chatbots to activate the process of increasing the efficiency of the documentation and communication activities of the educational institution. The following methods were used: analysis method, analysis of electronic resources, comparative method of review of free online services, synthesis method. The practical significance of the study is in the description of the technical task for the development of chatbots of a modern educational institution using the example of an interactive program created for the department of management information systems of the Donetsk National University, which can be used as a comprehensive platform for interaction with students, applicants and teachers with the possibility of automating a large volume of document flow between the chatbot and its users. Disadvantages of chatbots are shown - limited reactions and the need to develop complex conversation scenarios. Such programs look for answers to customers' questions in a database prepared in advance and do not know how to improvise.
Industrialização na América Latina: da “caixa negra” à “caixa postal vazia”
Authors: FAJNZYLBER FERNANDO
Published: June 2023

RESUMO Neste artigo, o autor oferece uma estratégia de desenvolvimento alternativa à de substituição de importações, orientada pelo estado, liderada pelo estado, mas também à “nova ortodoxia da década de 1980” - a abordagem neoliberal. Essa alternativa é baseada na experiência dos países europeus e particularmente dos tigres asiáticos, que ele chama de GEICs (países em industrialização com crescimento com equidade). Esses países foram capazes de se desenvolver combinando altas taxas de crescimento com uma distribuição razoável de renda. Essa “caixa postal” é nula na América Latina. Se construirmos uma matriz de duas entradas, tendo nas linhas a taxa de crescimento (baixa ou alta) e nos dois pontos o grau de patrimônio líquido (ruim ou razoável), e traçarmos os países latino-americanos nessa matriz, a caixa “alta taxa de crescimento razoável do patrimônio” será anulada. Se a América Latina conseguir preencher essa caixa, as economias aumentarão, o progresso técnico será acelerado e o crescimento será retomado.
The care provided to black-skinned children and adolescents with mental health problems in the intersection between gender and race
Authors: Régio Luciane , Barros Sônia , Ballan Caroline , Aguiar Carla , Candido Bruna de Paula , Oliveira Márcia Aparecida Ferreira de
Published: June 2023

Objective: to characterize the sociofamily profile of black-skinned children and adolescents with mental health problems and to intersectionally describe who assumes responsibility for their care. Method: a descriptive and exploratory study with a quantitative approach, developed in the Psychosocial Care Center for Children and Adolescents from the North region of the municipality of São Paulo. The data were collected from 47 family members of black-skinned children and adolescents, using a script with predefined variables submitted to statistical analysis. Results: a total of 49 interviews were conducted: 95.5% women with a mean age of 39 years old, 88.6% mothers and 85.7% black-skinned. Family income comes from wages for all the male caregivers and for 59% of the women. Among the black-skinned female caregivers, 25% live in their own house, whereas this percentage is 46.2% among the brown-skinned ones. Of all the caregivers, 10% have a job, 20% live in transferred properties, 35% in houses of their own and 35% in rented places. The social support network is larger among white-skinned people (16.7%), followed by brown-skinned (3.8%), and absent among black-skinned individuals (0%). Conclusion: those responsible for the care of black-skinned children and adolescents monitored by the CAPS-IJ are almost entirely women, black-skinned (black or brown) “mothers or grandmothers”, with unequal access to education, work and housing, constitutional social rights in Brazil.
Abandono da terapia antirretroviral entre adolescentes e jovens com HIV/aids durante a COVID-19: estudo caso-controle
Authors: Piran Camila Moraes Garollo , Cargnin Alana Vitória Escritori , Shibukawa Bianca Machado Cruz , Oliveira Natan Nascimento de , Silva Marcelo da , Furtado Marcela Demitto
Published: June 2023

Objetivo: identificar os fatores associados ao abandono da terapia antirretroviral entre adolescentes e jovens vivendo com HIV/aids durante a pandemia de COVID-19. Método: estudo caso-controle realizado entre 2020 e 2021 em Maringá, Paraná. Os casos foram: adolescentes e jovens (10 a 24 anos) diagnosticados com HIV/aids e que abandonaram o tratamento, enquanto o grupo dos controles foi composto por pessoas com características sociodemográficas semelhantes, diagnosticadas com HIV/aids, sem histórico de abandono de tratamento. O pareamento dos casos e controles foi por meio de conveniência, sendo quatro controles para cada caso. O instrumento de pesquisa apresentou variáveis sociodemográficas, características clínicas e outras, cuja associação com o abandono do tratamento foi analisada por meio de regressão logística. Resultados: 27 casos e 109 controles foram incluídos no estudo (proporção 1/4). A variável associada à maior chance de abandono foi idade próxima de 22,8 anos (ORaj.:1,47; IC95%:1,07-2,13; p=0,024). O uso esporádico de preservativo (ORaj:0,22; IC95%:0,07-0,59; p=0,003) e ter infecção oportunista (OR:0,31; IC95%:0,10-0,90; p=0,030) foram fatores de proteção. Conclusão: idade próxima a 23 anos na última consulta foi associada ao abandono da terapia antirretroviral. A presença de infecção oportunista e o uso de preservativo são fatores determinantes para continuidade do tratamento durante a COVID-19.
Efectos de las tecnologías educativas en la prevención y tratamiento de la úlcera diabética: revisión sistemática y metaanálisis
Authors: Lira Jefferson Abraão Caetano , Rocha Álvaro Sepúlveda Carvalho , Bezerra Sandra Marina Gonçalves , Nogueira Paula Cristina , Santos Ana Maria Ribeiro dos , Nogueira Lídya Tolstenko
Published: June 2023

Objetivo: analizar los efectos de las tecnologías educativas en la prevención y tratamiento de la úlcera diabética. Método: revisión sistemática realizada en siete bases de datos, un índice bibliográfico, una biblioteca electrónica y literatura gris. La muestra estuvo compuesta por 11 ensayos clínicos controlados aleatorizados. La síntesis de los resultados fue descriptiva y mediante metaanálisis. Resultados: las tecnologías educativas predominantes fueron la capacitación y la orientación verbal, se destacaron las tecnologías blandas-duras. En comparación con la atención habitual, las tecnologías educativas demostraron ser un factor protector para prevenir la incidencia de úlcera diabética (RR=0,40; IC 95%=0,18-0,90; p=0,03) y la evaluación de certeza de evidencia fue baja. Las tecnologías educativas también demostraron ser un factor protector para prevenir la incidencia de amputación en miembros inferiores (RR=0,53; IC 95%=0,31-0,90; p=0,02) y la certeza de evidencia fue muy baja. Conclusión: tecnologías educativas blandas-duras, como orientación verbal estructurada, juegos educativos, clase expositiva, capacitación teórico-práctica, video educativo, folder, rotafolio educativo y dibujos lúdicos, y tecnologías duras, como calzado terapéutico, plantillas, termómetro infrarrojo digital, kits para el cuidado de los pies, aplicación de telemedicina y teléfono móvil, resultaron efectivas para la prevención y el tratamiento de la úlcera diabética, sin embargo, es necesario que se realicen estudios más robustos.
Genetic diversity in a core collection of Iranian sour cherry
Authors: Momeni H. , Bouzari N. , Zeinolabedini M. , Jahromi M. Ghanbari
Published: June 2023

Abstract The exploitation of plant genetic resources is an important and rapid strategy to release commercial cultivars. In this study, 234 sour cherry genotypes were collected from various locations of Iran and phenotypically assessed according to IPGRI and UPOV descriptors. The genotypes were grafted onto Mahaleb rootstock and were planted in Horticultural Science Research Institute (HSRI) core collection in Karaj, Iran. In this study, 22 different characteristics were measured in the sour cherry genotypes. The results showed that fruit and stone weights varied from 1.65 (G410) to 5.47 g (G125) and 0.13 (G428) to 0.59 g (G149), respectively. The fruit size index comprised average fruit length, width, and diameter, which varied from 10.57 to 19.13. The stalk length was less than 50 mm in 90.6% of the studied genotypes. Twelve of the 234 studied genotypes did not exhibit any symptoms of bacterial canker disease. Principle component analysis (PCA) and cluster analysis classified the studied genotypes into four main groups. Spearman’s correlation analysis revealed that fruit size, stone shape, stone size, stalk thickness and weight, and fruit appearance correlated positively with stone and fruit weights. In contrast, fruit juice, fruit skin, and flesh color correlated negatively with the stone and fruit weights. The range of TSS varied between 12.66 (G251) and 26 (G427). Variations in pH value were between 3.66 (G236) and 5.63 (G352). In conclusion, a high level of genetic diversity was observed among the Iranian sour cherry genotypes. This diversity can be considered valuable and applicable for future breeding programs.
“Sobre Simetria” de Ernst Mach – uma tradução comentada
Authors: Laranjeiras Cássio C.
Published: June 2023

Apresento aqui uma tradução comentada do texto “Sobre Simetria” do físico e filósofo austríaco Ernst Mach (1838–1916), publicado originalmente em Praga em 1872. O texto é uma das suas 12 conferências, realizadas entre 1864–1894, traduzidas para o inglês e reunidas em “Popular Scientific Lectures” por Thomas J. McCormack (1865–1932) em 1895. A tradução que aqui apresentamos foi realizada a partir da tradução inglesa, que em 1894 foi lida e prefaciada pelo próprio Mach. Sua abordagem, embora pouco usual para maioria dos praticantes das ciências físicas contemporâneas, nos ajuda a compreender intrigantes aspectos da fluidez das fronteiras disciplinares.
Depressive symptoms and sleep in aged caregivers in a context of high social vulnerability
Authors: Macedo Marcela Naiara Graciani Fumagale , Ottaviani Ana Carolina , Luchesi Bruna Moretti , Nunes Daniella Pires , Alves Élen dos Santos , Inouye Keika , Brito Tábatta Renata Pereira de , Orlandi Ariene Angelini dos Santos
Published: June 2023

ABSTRACT Objective: To evaluate the relationship between depressive symptoms and sleep quality in aged caregivers of elderly people, in a context of high social vulnerability. Methods: A Cross-sectional study conducted between July 2019 and March 2020 with 65 aged caregivers of elderly people that were treated in five Family Heath Units from São Carlos, São Paulo. Instruments to characterize the caregivers and to evaluate the depressive symptoms and sleep quality were used in data collection. The Kruskal Wallis and Spearman Correlation tests were adopted. Results: 73.9% of the caregivers presented poor sleep quality and 69.2% did not have depressive symptoms. In the caregivers with severe depressive symptoms, the mean sleep quality score was 11.4; in those with mild depressive symptoms, it was 9.0; and in those without depressive symptoms, it was 6.4. There was a direct and moderate correlation between sleep quality and depressive symptoms. Conclusion: There is a relationship between depressive symptoms and sleep quality in aged caregivers.
Inclusão de homens em serviços de saúde e atividades educativas: percepção dos pais
Authors: Costa Melissa Guterres , Oliveira Adriane Maria Netto de , Silva Bárbara Tarouco da , Francioni Fabiane Ferreira , Ebling Sandra Beatris Diniz , Carvalho Vanessa Franco de , Bordignon Simoní Saraiva
Published: June 2023

RESUMO Objetivo: Conhecer a percepção dos pais sobre a sua inclusão nos serviços de saúde e/ou em atividades educativas. Método: Estudo qualitativo, exploratório e descritivo, realizado com 22 pais participantes de um grupo de gestantes, no município do Rio Grande/RS. Os dados foram coletados através de entrevista semiestruturada e analisados pela técnica da análise de conteúdo. Resultados: A partir dos discursos dos participantes emergiram as categorias: percepção dos pais sobre sua inserção nos serviços de saúde; percepção dos pais frente sua participação no grupo de gestantes. Conclusão: Participantes sentiram-se excluídos dos serviços, demonstrando que estratégias de intervenção em saúde precisam ser (re)construídas, visando implementar ações que insiram os pais como participantes ativos no cuidado, reconhecendo sua relevância para o desenvolvimento humano saudável.
Partos domiciliares planejados ocorridos em Joinville: perfil epidemiológico das mulheres e desfechos maternos e neonatais
Authors: Reinicke Rafaela , Batista Bruna Daniela , Schmalfuss Joice Moreira , Bressan Rosimeire Pereira
Published: June 2023

RESUMO Objetivo: Identificar o perfil epidemiológico de mulheres que optaram pelo parto domiciliar planejado em um município localizado no norte de Santa Catarina e apresentar os principais desfechos maternos e neonatais. Método: Pesquisa quantitativa, transversal, com coleta de dados retrospectiva e documental, realizada em 66 prontuários de mulheres que tiveram parto domiciliar planejado de janeiro de 2012 a março de 2020, em Joinville. Os dados foram organizados em tabelas e analisados de maneira descritiva. Resultados: As mulheres que optaram pelo parto domiciliar planejado têm média de 31 anos de idade, são, majoritariamente, brancas, casadas, com ensino superior completo, multigestas, planejaram a gestação e realizaram o pré-natal adequadamente. Os desfechos maternos e neonatais foram positivos, com baixa taxa de transferência, sendo nenhuma neonatal, e nenhum caso de morbidade materna. Conclusão: As evidências constatadas demonstraram-se satisfatórias para a implementação de um novo modelo de atenção à saúde da mulher e da criança.
A formação de profissionais de enfermagem frente à dimensão espiritual do paciente crítico
Authors: Palmeira Aline Fernanda Araujo , Lopes Camila Takáo , Neves Vanessa Ribeiro
Published: June 2023

RESUMO Objetivo Descrever e analisar a formação dos profissionais de enfermagem para a atenção à dimensão espiritual do paciente crítico. Metodologia Pesquisa descritivo exploratória, de natureza qualitativa, utilizando a História Oral Temática como referencial. Catorze profissionais de enfermagem de um hospital universitário da cidade de São Paulo participaram do estudo no período de março a abril de 2021. Os profissionais foram entrevistados seguindo-se um roteiro de perguntas e seus discursos foram transcritos, transcriados e submetidos à análise de conteúdo proposta por Bardin, na modalidade temática. Resultados Três categorias emergiram das análises das narrativas: Conceito de espiritualidade; Espiritualidade na formação de Enfermagem e Espiritualidade na Unidade de Terapia Intensiva. Conclusão A assistência de enfermagem à dimensão espiritual do paciente crítico é baseada em suas práticas religiosas e vivências profissionais, pois a temática não faz parte do currículo básico de conhecimentos na formação, tanto no nível técnico quanto no superior.
Vivências de irmãos de crianças com doenças crônicas reveladas pelo brinquedo terapêutico dramático
Authors: Souza Marcela Astolphi , Maia Edmara Bazoni Soares , Ribeiro Circéa Amália , Melo Luciana de Lione
Published: June 2023

RESUMO Objetivo Compreender por meio do brinquedo terapêutico dramático, vivências de irmãos de crianças com doenças crônicas. Método Estudo fenomenológico heideggeriano, realizado com 12 irmãos de crianças com doenças crônicas, com idades entre três e 11 anos, acompanhadas em hospital público de ensino, no interior do estado de São Paulo. As entrevistas fenomenológicas foram audiogravadas e mediadas por sessões de brinquedo terapêutico dramático; posteriormente, interpretadas a partir do referencial filosófico hedeggeriano e literatura temática. Resultados Os irmãos demonstraram que são tocados afetivamente no modo da tristeza, saudade e carinho em relação à criança doente e, pelas ocupações diárias impostas pela doença. Conclusão O brinquedo terapêutico dramático possibilitou que os irmãos de crianças com doenças crônicas expusessem suas vivências permeadas pelas limitações da doença crônica da criança. Instituir ações para a inclusão do irmão durante a assistência de enfermagem à criança com doença crônica faz-se urgente para melhoria da sua qualidade.