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USE OF Aspergillus repens lN THE MOULDING PROCESS OF DRIED FISH STICK MADE FROM LITTLE TUNA (Euthynnus affinis)
Authors: Lrianto Hari Eko , Santoso Fran , Basmal Jamal , Lndriati Ninoek
Published: May 2017

Dried fish stick is a popular product in Japan and called as Arabushi. The product which has undergone moulding process known as Katsuobushr. So far, lndonesia, particularly North Sulawesi Province, exports dried fish stick to Japan.
BUDIDAYA KERANG HIJAU (Perna viridis L.) DENGAN METODE DAN KEPADATAN BERBEDA DI PERAIRAN PESISIR KUALA LANGSA, ACEH
Authors: Sagita Andi , Kurnia Rahmat , Sulistiono Sulistiono
Published: May 2017

Kerang hijau merupakan komoditas budidaya laut yang sangat prospektif untuk dikembangkan pada suatu sistem budidaya, karena dapat dilakukan dengan biaya produksi yang rendah namun menghasilkan profitabilitas yang tinggi. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui metode dan kepadatan yang paling optimal untuk budidaya kerang hijau di perairan pesisir Kuala Langsa, Aceh. Metode penelitian menggunakan rancangan acak lengkap faktorial yang terdiri atas faktor metode (long line dan stick) dan faktor kepadatan (20, 30, dan 40 individu/kantong 5,30 L), masing-masing diulang sebanyak empat kali. Berdasarkan sidik ragam data Specific Growth Rate (SGR) dari panjang (SGL L) dan bobot (SGR W) menunjukkan semua perlakuan metode, kepadatan dan interaksi berbeda signifikan pada taraf uji 5% (P<0,05), di mana perlakuan yang paling optimal yaitu perlakuan metode long line dengan kepadatan 20 individu/kantong 5,30 L diperoleh rata-rata nilai SGR (L) sebesar 0,86 ± 0,01%/hari dan SGR (W) sebesar 1,18 ± 0,04%/hari dengan sintasan mencapai 92,50 ± 2,89%. Parameter kualitas perairan selama periode budidaya masih sesuai untuk mendukung kehidupan kerang hijau di mana suhu berkisar 27,5-34,0°C; salinitas 28,5-33,0 ppt; pH 7,8-8,6; dan oksigen terlarut 4,5-6,5 mg/L; serta kecepatan arus 0,1-0,3 m/s. Budidaya kerang hijau dengan metode long line pada kepadatan 20 individu/kantong 5,30 L merupakan pola budidaya yang paling optimal untuk diterapkan di perairan pesisir Kuala Langsa, Aceh.Green mussel is a very prospective marine aquaculture commodity due to its low cost production but with high profitability. This research aimed to determine the most optimal method and densities for green mussel culture in coastal waters of Kuala Langsa, Aceh. The research used a completely randomized factorial design consisting of methods factor (long line and stick) and densities factor (20, 30, and 40 individuals/basket 5.30 L), each repeated four times. Based on the variance analysis of specific growth rate (SGR) data of the length (SGR L) and weight (SGR W), all treatments of different methods and densities as well as their interactions were significant different (P<0.05). This study suggested that long line method with a densities of 20 individuals/basket 5.30 L was found to be the most optimal treatment for green mussel culture in coastal waters of Kuala Langsa. With this long line method an average SGR (L) value of 0.86 ± 0.01%/day, SGR (W) value of 1.18 ± 0.04%/day, and survival rate of 92.50 ± 2.89% were obtained. Water quality parameters during the culture period are still within the suitable range for green mussel culture, with the range of temperature 27.5-34.0°C, salinity 28.5-33.0 ppt, pH 7.8-8.6, dissolved oxygen 4.5-6.5 mg/L, and current velocity 0.1-0.3 m/s.
Cydalima Perspectalis Walker (Lepidoptera, Crambidae) a New Dangerous Pest Report on Buxus Sempervirens in Cluj Area
Authors: OLTEAN Ion , HULUJAN Ionuţ , VARGA Mircea , TOTOS Ştefania , FLORIAN Teodora
Published: May 2017

In landscaping, one of the frequently used plants is Buxus sempervirens L. The aesthetic value of these plants are often affected by the pests species that attack the leaves. The main species that attacks the Buxus spp. plants are: Monarthropalpus buxi Geoff., Psylla buxi L. and Cydalima perspectalis Walker. The attack of these species cause the drying of the plants.The Box Tree Moth, Cydalima perspectalis Walker., is a new species, on the European continent, being first recorded în 2006. In Romania, this species was reported in 2010, near Bucharest, from where it has been spread throughout the country. In Cluj has been reported in 2015. For establishing  some control strategies, for this, it is necessary to know the bioecology of this species, depending on the specific environmental conditions of each area where the attack is present. In 2016 we have started the investigations to study the biological cycle, in Cluj area. The investigations were conducted in the laboratory and on the campus of UASVM Cluj-Napoca. In the investigated area, the species develops two full generations, and the third generation is partial. The adults of hibernating generation fly in the first decade of June until the first decade of July. Summer generation adults fly from the first decade of August, creating the second generation and the adults who establish the third generation (partial generation) fly in the second half of September. The incubation is between 5-6 days. Larval stage is between 29-38 days, pupal stage last from 10 to 14 days.
The influence of climatic conditions changes on grain yield in Winter Triticale (X Triticosecale Wittm.)
Authors: RACZ Ionuț , KADAR Rozalia , CECLAN Adrian Ovidiu , VARADI Adina , VARGA Andrei , CHEŢAN Felicia
Published: May 2017

The aim of this paper is making out the influence of climatic changes on grain yield of winter triticale in relation with applied fertilizer. The influence of environmental conditions on growing and development of triticale plants depends of grow stages and their duration. During five experimental years (2010-2015) the climatic conditions were different year to year, with an accentuated heating trend, influencing plant phenology, accelerating or slowing down some important processes disturbing grain yield formation. The influence of drought is more accentuated by heating stress and prolonging of these conditions during the main phenological processes have a negative influence on plant growth or development with effect on the grain yield formation process.
Research on the Influence of the Light and Sexing on Growth Performance and Slaughter Results at Young Quails from Mixed Baloteşti Population of Eggs-Meat
Authors: IONITA Lucian , POPESCU-MICLOSANU Elena , NICA George , PANA Cornel Octavian
Published: May 2017

The purposes of determining the influence of the light and sexing on growth performance and slaughter results atyoung quails from Balotesti population, was organized an experiment on 150 quails, betwen age of 28 and 70 days. The chicks were divided into two groups (control and experimental), and growth and slaughter performance were determined separately by sex. Have studied 2 lighting programs, a program of continous lighting with photoperiod duration of 16 hours (16 L + 8 N, control group) and a program with lighting with asymetric hours intervals with photoperiod duration of 16 hours (10L+2N+6L+6N, experimental group).Males and females from the experimental group were recorded average performance of growth high during the period 28 - 70 days. Live weight at age of 70 days was higher with 7.54 %, average weight gain was higher with 14.86 % and feed conversion rate was lower with 13.51 % at males from experimental group compared to males from the control group. Also, the live weight at the age of 70 days was higher with 18.09 %; average weight gain was higher with 35.12 %, while feed conversion rate was reduced with 30.08 % on females from the experimental group compared to females from the control group.The results of the slaughter at 70 days were superior in the caseof females from the both groups versus males. The average weight of the carcase was higher with 17.53 % in case of the females than that of males from the experimental group, and the carcase yield was 65.37 % at the females and 65.56 %Â for males. Also, the average weight of the carcase was higher with 5.08 % in case of females compared to that males from the control group, and the carcase yield was 64.20Â % to females 66.70 % on males.Superior results recorded in the case of females and males from the experimental group recommended the program of lighting with asymmetric hours intervals in the growth of youth quail. Also, the higher slaughter results recorded in the case of females of the two groups recommended them in the meat production through a broiler of quail that combine advantages in the production of both males and females.Â
Allelopathic Potential of Jasminum Officinale on Weed Species
Authors: RODINO Steliana , BUTU Marian , BUTU Alina
Published: May 2017

Allelopathy is generally defined as any direct or indirect harmful or beneficial effect of one plant on another mediated by the production allelochemicals. The scope of this study was the evaluation of the potential allelopathic effect of Jasminum officinale against some weed species.Â  The effects of extracts obtained from root, stem and leaves of J. officinale, were evaluated against ragweed (Ambrosia artemisiifolia), ryegrass (Lolium perenne), and Johnsonn grass (Sorghum halepense). The aqueous leachates of jasmine demonstrated promising allelopathic potential by inhibiting seed germination and radicle elongation of all tested species. The more profound research in the field of allelopathy will eventually lead to the development of bioproducts designed for pest or weed control using allelochemicals.
Comparative Study on Quality Parameters of Royal Jelly, Apilarnil and Queen Bee Larvae Triturate
Authors: MARGAOAN Rodica , MARGHITAS Liviu Alexandru , DEZMIREAN Daniel Severus , BOBIS Otilia , BONTA Victorita , CATANA Corina , URCAN Adriana , MURESAN Carmen Ioana , MARGIN Mirela Gabriela
Published: May 2017

Given their beneficial effects in terms of health, the natural products, especially beehive products, have drawn the attention of consumers since long time ago. In order to guarantee the quality of these products on the market, their chemical composition needs to be analyzed. Thus, this current research had as objective the establishment of quality parameters for beehive brood food derived products: apilarnil and queen bee larvae triturate. These two products were compared with royal jelly which is the basis of brood food in the first 3 days of larval stage. The carbohydrates were determined by HPLC-IR and allowed the identification of seven carbohydrate compounds, predominantly glucose, fructose and sucrose. The lipid profile was analyzed by the Soxhlet method. The total protein content was determined by the Kjeldahl method. Free amino acids were analyzed by LC-MS. A total of 31 amino acids were identified of which nine are essential amino acids for humans.Â
The Influence of Soil Humidity Stress on Eggplant Crop
Authors: SBÎRCIOG Gicuța
Published: May 2017

In order to meet consumption requirements, according to the crops destination and way of preparing the fruits, the eggplant breeding process aims at obtaining some cultivars properly adapted to the climate and soil conditions from different culture areas. Â In this context, the selection of genotypes which are tolerant to the thermal and hydric stress represents a major objective of the eggplant breeding.
Effects of Ethephon Application on Color Development of ‘Gala Must’ Apples
Authors: PESTEANU Ananie
Published: May 2017

Fruit peel color is an important quality parameter and marketing attribute that influences consumer acceptance. Red color development in apples is due to the formation of anthocyanin pigments in the apple skin. Anthocyanin production, and therefore apple color is influenced by a range of environmental and management factors in the orchard. Ethephon is a compound that slowly releases ethylene which in turn can stimulate anthocyanin accumulation in apples. The aims was to evaluate the influence of ethephon to the color development of Gala Must apple variety. The study subject of the experience was Gala Must apple variety grafted on M 9. The trees were trained as slender spindles. The distance of plantation is 3.5 x 1.2 m. To study color development of the apple fruits were experimented the following variants of treatment: 1. Witness - no treatment; 2. Ethephon - 300 ppm; 3. Ethephon - 400 ppm. Ethephon were sprayed one time 2 - 3 weeks before commercial harvest. The research was conducted during the period of 2013 year. During the research, it was studied the amount and average of fruits, tree production, quality, firmness of fruits, hydrolysis and color index. Color of fruits was estimated at harvest using a scale of grading described by Alina Basak. In the present research work, we demonstrated that ethephon may be included in the system of color development of â€œGala Mustâ€ apple variety fruits, the dose of 400 ppm, applied one spray 2 - 3 weeks before commercial harvest.
Monitoring of Buituri Slag Dump, Hunedoara County in Relation with Environmental Protection
Authors: MOSCOVICI Anca Maria , BALA Alina Corina , BREBU Floarea Maria , VILCEANU Clara Beatrice , CZEGU Cosmin Ion
Published: May 2017

Detailed analysis of appearance and relief evolution in mining areas cannot be done without mining engineering concepts. Over time, researchers around the world have responsibly been involved in this matter necessary for the development of society, also with obvious implications and repercussions over the quality of life. The purpose of the scientific research detailed in this paper comprises in monitoring the slag dump from Buituri, Hunedoara County using space geodetic technology. Slag dump is the result of steel production activities carried out under the steel factory Arcelor Mittal Hunedoara S.A., formerly known as the steel factory Hunedoara - Siderurgica S.A. Therefore it was decided to conduct monthly topographic measurements to monitor possible dynamic changes that may appear in the context of continuous exploitation of the above mentioned slag dump. Monitoring possible movements is performed by comparing transversal and longitudinal profiles drawn based on zero measurement carried out on 20.05.2011, with the ones obtained after processing of the monthly measurements realized throughout the years 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016. Also, for observing the displacements, comparative charts or tables with records regarding coordinates differences are studied. The issue of measuring and graphic representation of settlements, horizontal linear movements and landslides for structures such as slag or sterile dumps, requires further studies and interdisciplinary research, creating links between specialists in the fields of terrestrial measurements science and geology.
A Fruit Tree as an Identification Element of Ornamental Gardens Shaping in Croatia- Istria Ornamental Gardens Case
Authors: TURALIJA Alka , PERKOVIC Anica , VIZENTANER Jasenka , AVDIC Jasna , JUKIC Vladimir , HORVAT Drazen
Published: May 2017

A fruit tree has always been a determinant of an ornamental garden shaping in Croatia. From the 13th century onward an organized planting of fruit trees has been recorded. A total of 100 gardens in Istria have been analyzed , 50 of which were examined in the Istria interior, and 50 in the coastal area. Due to the shape and architectural style, 8 different types of gardens were determined and classified, by the location, Â into three climatic-relief areas A, B and C. There were 7 types of ornamental gardens with a Â fruit tree as a primary determinant of the garden, except one without it. Out of the 23 recorded fruit species, cherry, figs, grapes and olives have been mostly common Â in the Istria interior whereas olives, Nespoli, figs and grapes have been known in the Istria coast.
The Rate of Water Loss in Relation to Internodes Position and Wood Maturity in Vine Chords
Authors: SALA Florin , DOBREI Alin
Published: May 2017

The purpose of study was to assess the rate of water loss from the strings of vines in relation to internodes position on vine chords and degree of wood maturity. The biological material was represented by Burgund vine cultivar, to which were analyzed individually all internodes distributed on the chord length (internodes number IN2-19). The rate of water loss and associated parameters (maximum rate of water loss - RWLMax, total drying time - T, time to achieve RWLMax - tRWLMax) were determined from the Burgund vine cultivar, in controlled condition. Parameters studied were associated with dry matter content (refractometric method), degree of maturity of the wood, and internodes positions on chord. RWL Max had higher values in the basal internodes (IN2; RWL Max = 0.252±0.005 g/min) and lower in the apical internodes (IN17-19; RWLMax = 0.202±0.011 g/min). RWLMax distributions values, according to the position of internodes on chord was described by a third degree polynomial function, statistical safety (R2 = 0.949, p<0.01). Dry substance content in internodes (sugar) was correlated with the total time of water loss (T; R2 = 0.945), the time to reach the maximum rate of water loss (tRWLMax; R2 = 0.855), and maximum rate of water loss (RWLMax; R2 = 0.984).
Comparative Studies Of Oak (Quercus Petraea L.) Reservations Within Cluj Forestry
Authors: FUSTOS Adrian , HOLONEC Liviu , LISANDRU Tabita Teodora , REBREAN Florin
Published: May 2017

In Romania it is necessary a sustained effort to extend the forest areas through artificial regeneration. The purpose of this study is to show the correlation between the heights and diameters of Quercus petraea trees from seed reserves and their seed production. They were chosen 80 trees situated in four Quercus petraea seed reserves of Cluj County. The trees selected were located at a distance of 30 meters from each other. It has been found that the two measured variables (core diameter and trees height) are direct positive correlated, in the sense that increasing the value of a variable and thus leads to an increase in the other. Choosing trees with special qualities have great importance when it comes to transmitting genetic gain new generations. Comprehensive analysis of stationary and vegetation characteristics result in reproductive material with significant values as seeds quality and adaptability.
Influence Of Soil Type On Yield And Quality Of Different Apple Cultivars
Authors: ILIE Alina Viorica , PETRISOR Cristina , HOZA Dorel , OLTENESCU Viorel
Published: May 2017

The objective of this study was to determine influence of different soil type on apple yield and quality. To investigate the variation in fruit quality, apples were harvested at commercial maturity on two different soil type. The investigations was conducted in experimental apple orchards located in Focsani region on two different soil type: luvic  brown typical and  luvic brown pseudogleizate. Fruits of Jonathan and Golden Delicios cultivars were tested for color, soluble solids content, total acidity, ascorbic acid, anthocyanins content and chlorophyls content with specific analytrical methods. At harvest yield, dry matter, soluble solids content, ascorbic acid and acidity were affected by soil type. In this study, no significant soil effect was found on color, anthocyanins and chlorophyll fruit content. The results obtained in this study suggest that luvic brown pseudogleizate soil leading to increased yields and enhanced fruit quality.
Congenital Vertebral Malformations In French Bulldogs: X-Ray Vs Computed Tomography
Authors: CORLAT Lucia Madalina , BLANCO B. , LUCERNA R. , GINEL P. J. , MIRO F. , NOVLES M.
Published: May 2017

Congenital vertebral malformations of the thoracolumbar area can have an important impact in the clinical evolution of French Bulldogs due to the instability it creates at the spinal level. The aim of this study is to show the differences between x-ray and CT scans in vertebral malformations of the French Bulldog. CT scans can offer a higher degree of certainty in the diagnosis of congenital vertebral malformations of the dogs. The VR model can offer a more thorough evaluation of the existing modifications of the vertebral body, allowing the examiner to circumvent the superposition effect than can be observed in the x-ray views and offering the chance to evaluate whether there is scoliosis or kyphosis present.
Research Regarding the Quality of Lambs Carcass Resulted from Tsigaia Purebred Compared with Hybrids of Tsigaia Ewes Crossed with Blanc du Massif Central Rams
Authors: BORZAN Mihai Marian , PUSTA Dana , BOGDAN Liviu , TABARAN Alexandra , MATE Attila , PASCA Ioan
Published: May 2017

Abstract: The research aims to compare some qualitative characteristics of purebred Tsigaia lambs and Tsigaia crossed with Blanc du Massif Central lambs. The criteria assessed were: chemical composition of purebred and Tsigaia crossed meat, the live body weight, the slaughtering performance, the weight of different carcass cut. For almost all criteria chosen the crossed individuals registered better results.
Mastitis Acuta in a Pure Breed Cane Corso female. A Case Report
Authors: VASIU Iosif , POP Raul Alexandru , CHIRILA Flore , TABARAN Flaviu , TAULESCU Marian , BRUDASCA Gheorghe Florinel
Published: May 2017

Data regarding bitch mastitis is fairly scarce compared to the literature regarding ruminant mastitis. Neglecting clinical and subclinical cases of mastitis can be life threatening for both dam and puppies. The aim of this report is to present a case of Mastitis acuta complicated with a case of neonatal septicaemia in a Cane Corso (Canis lupus familiaris L.) pure breed female. Laboratory assays showed a milk pH value of 7.5, milk cytology revealed the presence of segmented neutrophils, while foamy cells, phagocytosis and highly pathogenic bacteria (i.e. Escherichia coli and Pseudomonas aeruginosa) were isolated from milk and puppy. To the author's knowledge, this is the first case of bitch mastitis linked to neonatal septicaemia with mixed E. coli and P. aeruginosa infection.
Preliminary Remarks Regarding the Prevalence of ESBL-Producing Strains of E. coli and K. Pneumoniae, Isolated from Cows with Clinical Endometritis
Authors: CRIVEI Cristina Ioana , COZMA Andreea Paula , CIOCAN Oana Alexandra , BORS Ionut , ROSCA Petru , DRUGOCIU Dan
Published: May 2017

ESBL-producing organisms pose unique challenges to clinical microbiologists, clinicians, infection control professionals and antibacterial-discovery scientists. Although the prevalence of ESBLs is not known, it is clearly increasing, and in many parts of the world, 10-40% of strains of E. coli and K. pneumoniae express ESBLs (Rupp and Fey, 2003).The aim of this study was to assess the prevalence of ESBL-positive strains of E. coli and K. pneumoniae in cows with clinical signs of endometritis that were treated exclusively with Oxytetracicline for both diseases of the genital area as well as other bacterial infectious diseases.The study population included 35 Romanian Black Pied cows with clinical signs of endometritis within a farm in North Eastern of Romania. The samples were harvested using sterile cotton swabs that have been further microbiologically processed. For the phenotypic confirmation of the isolated ESBL strains, were used the combined disk test (CLSI, 2014) and the Oxoid Brilliance chromogenic ESBL Agar medium. The taxonomic classification of the isolated colonies was carried out by testing some minimal biochemical characteristics by using the MIU and TSI tests.A total of 47 bacterial strains were isolated from uterine secretions, derived from the 35 cows included in this trial. From the total of 47 isolated bacterial strains, 17 belonged to E. coli and K. pneumoniae species, from which, 6 of them were confirmed as being ESBL-positive.In this preliminary study, by phenotypic methods was confirmed a prevalence of 35.3% for the ESBL strains of E. coli and K. pneumoniae, which requires further research to confirm by molecular biology the identification of ESBL resistance genes, but also for the plasmids encoding these gene transmission.
Testing the Altresyn Product for Oestrus Synchronization in Gilts
Authors: BOGDAN Liviu , ANDREI Sanda , MACRI Adrian , BOGDAN Ileana , BORZAN Mihai , BOGDAN Sidonia , BLAGA PETREAN Anamaria Luciana
Published: May 2017

The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of AltresynÂ® product (progesterone-based product) as a method for synchronization of oestrus in gilts. The gilts were divided into three experimental groups. The synthetic progesterone Altrenogest was fed daily to 39 gilts at 20 mg/gilts for 18 days. In case of the first group (n = 11 gilts) the treatment was performed using only Altresyn product. In group II (n=13 gilts) was administered the prostaglandin hormone (Prosolvin), 0.75 mg at 24 hours after Altrenogest treatment suppression. Group III (n=15 gilts) received one injections of PMSG hormone (Folligon), 500 IU/animal. Gilts were checked for oestrus twice daily and were artificially inseminated. All gilts expressed signs of oestrus between 3 and 6 days after withdrawal of Altrenogest. At the groups that were administered prostaglandin and PMSG there was a shorter duration of oestrus (group III - 26.66 hours, group II - 27.07 hours) compared to group I (28.54 hours).Â  In this study, pregnancy rate ranged from 45.45% (group I) and 93.33%(group III), while in group II the value slightly exceeded 50% (53.84%). In group I, the mean litter size was 11.6 piglets, in group II the mean value of farrowed piglets was 13.28 and 15 piglets in group III. Regarding the average number of weaned piglets in group I was 8.8, 12 in group II, while for the third group was 13.14. Altrenogest, the active ingredient in AltresynÂ® is effective for regulating the oestrus of gilts in commercial pig farms.
Effect of Lingonberry Extracts on Blood Pressure and Myocardium in Paracetamol Intoxication
Authors: ROMAN Ioana , FARCAS Anca Daniela , TOMA Vlad Alexandru
Published: May 2017

The 15 days of treatment with paracetamol, lingonberry dried extract or hidroalcoholic extract, alone or combined had following effects: blood pressure increases following administration of paracetamol and decreases under treatment with lingonberry extract, more obvious to 3: 1 lingonberry dried extract. Administration of Paracetamol, lingonberry extracts used simple or in combination with Paracetamol does not affect the myocardium histological structure. Histoenzimological there is a slight decrease of SDH activity in the groups P and PLd and an increase in Lha group. CyOx activity is increased in Lha and Ld group.The dried lingonberry extract has no apparent action on the myocardium instead has antihypertensive properties more obvious than the lingonberry alcoholic extract.
A Critique of the Key Legislative Framework Guiding Civil Liberties in Zimbabwe
Authors: Mapuva Dr Jephias , Muyengwa-Mapuva Loveness
Published: May 2017

The dynamic and controversial nature of Zimbabwean politics has manifested itself through several undemocratic practices, including restrictive legislation which sought to diminish participatory spaces and/or curtail civil liberties. Corruption, gross human rights violations and arbitrary decision-making processes have created a rift between citizens and the state. This has further created space for the establishment of pro-democracy civil society movements which have sought to mobilise citizens towards the restoration of democracy. The desire to cling to power by the ruling elites has seen the enactment of restrictive legislation that seeks to curtail and impinge on civil liberties and restrict the political landscape in favour of the ruling elites. Key legislative framework presented in this paper is within the areas of media and access to information, individual rights and freedoms, as well as legislation pertaining to the conduct of elections. In some cases, colonial legislation that politicians claimed to have repealed was reincarnated, as the post-colonial dispensation asserted its authority over its defenceless people.
Planos e projetos urbanos de campi universitários na cidade contemporânea.
Authors: Calderari Elaine Saraiva
Published: May 2017

RESUMO Esse trabalho investiga as dimensões de atuação da universidade (campus universitário) na sociedade (cidade) e sua interface com um novo agente norteador da conformação espacial no espaço urbano contemporâneo, o mercado, apontando problematizações e tendências do tema, estabelecendo reflexões sobre o papel do campus universitário (como também da instituição pública) e suas possíveis relações com a cidade, a sociedade e os espaços públicos e de domínio público.Busca-se estabelecer uma leitura apontando casos e experiências capazes de exemplificar as problematizações e tendências dos novos posicionamentos das universidades, principalmente com ênfase nas estratégias de implantação e inserção de suas estruturas físicas e, consequentemente, em suas relações e conexões/articulações com a cidade e a sociedade na contemporaneidade. PALAVRAS-CHAVE: Campus universitário. Cidade Contemporânea. Espaços universitários. ABSTRACT This work investigates the dimensions of university action in the society (city) and its interface with a new agent of the spatial conformation in the contemporary urban space, the market, pointing out problematizations and tendencies of the theme, establishing reflections on the role of the University campus (as well as the public institution) and its possible relations with the city, society and public spaces and public domain.It seeks to establish a reading pointing to cases and experiences capable of exemplifying the problematizations and tendencies of the new positions of the universities, mainly with emphasis on the strategies of implantation and insertion of their physical structures and, consequently, in their relations and connections / articulations with the city And society in the contemporary world. KEY WORDS: University campus. Contemporary city. University spaces RESUMENEste trabajo investiga las dimensiones de actuación universitaria (campus universitario) en la sociedad (ciudad) y su interfaz con un nuevo agente rector de la conformación espacial en el espacio urbano contemporáneo, el mercado, apuntando problematizaciones y tendencias temáticas, establecer reflexiones sobre el papel de campus universitario (así como la institución pública) y sus posibles vínculos con la ciudad, la sociedad y los espacios de dominio público y privado.Busca establecer una lectura señalando casos y experiencias que ejemplifican las problematizaciones y tendencias de nuevas posiciones en las universidades, en especial, con énfasis en las estrategias de implementación e integración de sus estructuras físicas y, en consecuencia, en sus relaciones y conexiones / juntas con la ciudad y la sociedad hoy en día. PALABRAS CLAVE: Campus universitario. Ciudad contemporánea. Espacios universitarios.
FDI in Retail: An Analysis of the Dual Nature of India’s Retail Sector
Authors: Kaushal Leena Ajit
Published: May 2017

The paper examines the long withstanding political debate of allowing 100 per cent foreign direct investment (FDI) in multi brand retail in India. It has been vehemently opposed to protect the interest of the small and medium retailers. The study proposes that the dual nature of Indian retail sector has a crucial role to play in protecting the small retailers. Organised sector will largely cater to the upper income group whereas unorganised retailers would continue catering to the lower income groups in the near future.
The Perception of Senior Citizens of Mumbai on Old Age Homes
Authors: Sudhakar Rohini
Published: May 2017

Globalisation has resulted in increased mobility of people for pursing their profession, which in turn, has caused the society getting used to living in small unit nuclear families. Focus group discussion with the residents of Old Age Home. An increasing number of senior citizens are now staying in residential old age homes that are designed to cater to the needs of the aged. Most of these old age homes provide help with personal care and hygiene, meals, social interaction and bedside care. This paper is based on a series of Focus group discussions (FGDs) that were held with the senior citizens of Mumbai to know their views on various aspects of elderly life especially regarding the alternative arrangement for aged, that is, old age homes. On the basis of the study, it was generally seen that elderly people who are very sick or dying prefer to stay in their own homes. Moreover, if the aged person stays in the home, it is cost-effective for the family members too. In this situation, it is easier for them to carry out their day- to- day activities in comparison to paying required visits to the hospital or old age homes.
Pre-infection experiments for CagA translocation v1
Authors: F. Jimenez-Soto Luisa
Published: May 2017

This is a variation of the CagA translocation assay performed in the lab. The protocol was used in the publication DOI: 10.1111/cmi.12166
Co-infection experiments for CagA translocation v1
Authors: F. Jiménez-Soto Luisa
Published: May 2017

This is a variation of the CagA translocation assay performed in our lab. This protocol has been used in the publication DOI: 10.1111/cmi.12166
Isolation of leucocytes from human blood v1
Authors: F. Zeitler Anna , Luisa F. Jiménez-Soto not provided
Published: May 2017

Protocol established by Anna F. Zetler and published by Luisa F. Jiménez-Soto This protocol is the final adaptation of protocols used in the laboratory of Prof. Rainer haas. The following people contributed with their ideas and experience: Benjamin Busch, Bettina Vogl-Gebert and Luisa F. Jiménez-Soto
MEDICAL COLLEGE STUDENTS HEALTH CHANGES DURING THE STUDY PERIOD
Authors: Geske Rita , Leice Alevtīna , Strode Iveta , Lāce Maira
Published: May 2017

The goal of this research is to analyze the change of students’ physical health during the one year of studies in context of lifestyle. The research participants were 103 Medical College’s students aged 19 to 56 years. All tests, measurements and questionnaires were done at falls of 2015 and 2016. Students’ physical health was evaluated in accordance with Apanasenko’s methods based on investigative anthropometric and functional testing measurements. These measurements included body mass index, lungs vital capacity, strength index, Robinson index and Recovery Heart Rate. Students’ lifestyle habits were determined with the help of questionnaire that included question groups regarding the self-evaluation of health status, health problems and illnesses, eating habits, and physical activities. During the research, lipid parameters in blood were also measured determining the total cholesterol (TC), high-density lipoprotein (HDL) and low-density lipoprotein (LDL).
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN POSTURAL ALIGNMENT IN STANDING BY PHOTOGRAMMETRY AND STATIC BALANCE IN CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES
Authors: Klavina Aija , Galeja Zinta
Published: May 2017

This study was executed to explore correlation between postural alignment in standing measured through photogrammetry and static balance in children with visual, hearing, intellectual and physical disability. METHODS: Participants were 34 children (age 7-12 years) including 8 children with hearing, 8 with visual, 6 with physical, and 12 children with intellectual disabilities Postural alignment in standing was measured through photogrammetry. Static balance data were obtained in 15 s bipedal stance with eyes open and eyes closed, and also in 10 s unipedal stance. A force plate was used to collect data of Centre of Pressure amplitude in anterior-posterior, medio-lateral directions and velocity. Correlation was obtained using Spearman's Rank Correlation co-efficient in SPSS software (version 19.0). RESULTS: Moderate positive correlation (r = 0.338 to r = 425; p ≤ 0.05) was found between angle of head position and angle of frontal and sagittal ASIS and PSIS level. Also, moderate positive correlation was found between angles in shoulder level and angles of the head (r =  .365 to r = .453, p < .05). In assessing the static balance outcomes between the four groups, results presented significant differences in results during bipedal stance with eyes open. CONCLUSION: Degree of forward head posture correlates directly with hip and shoulder anatomical placement. Children with intellectual disability presented larger displacement of the center of pressure with more body sway observed during eyes open condition.
INCLUSIVE EDUCATION IN ITALY
Authors: Voitkāne Vita
Published: May 2017

European member States implement Inclusive Education policies thus contributing to a sustainable, inclusive society, although each country is at a different stage in this process. Italy, one of the first countries to launch integrative learning, has set an example since the 1970s, although the quality of inclusive education is unpredictable due to many issues. Authors Cantoni and Panetta (2006) emphasize that, although the culture of integration in Italy exists, much needs to be done to improve the quality of inclusive education and at present new, innovative projects are exploring strategies to this effect, the results of which will lead to a national reform on Special Needs Education.

The aim of this study is to learn about Italian solutions to inclusive education, the obstacles presented, results achieved and people's attitudes to inclusivity, by carrying out theoretical and empirical research using Action as Research method. A survey was carried out on pupils’ parents and educational staff, the results of which reveal a variety of existing issues around quality assurance in inclusive education. Consequently people's thoughts and attitudes towards inclusive education are divided, however the majority of people are in agreement that Inclusive education is the best solution for everyone concerned, pupils, parents and teachers. This research is in agreement with the the Salamanca Declaration (1994, IX) which states that inclusive education is an evolving process - not the end result.
TASK OF SPEECH THERAPIST IN THE CARE OF NEWBORN BABIES WITH SUCKING PROBLEMS
Authors: Tabachova Jana , Vitásková Kateřina
Published: May 2017

This article points to the importance of speech therapy already in the neonatal period. When a baby is born, he should be equipped with primary reflexes that allow us to survive (e.g. sucking and swallowing).Food intake and physiological sucking is a prerequisite for adequate development of oral motor functions. If baby is no able to suck or suction is insufficient, we stop the breastfeeding and the baby is feeding by alternative method like nursing bottle, syringe or nasogastric tube. Mother often will not return to the breastfeeding. The task of the speech therapist is using stimulation to active sufficient sucking reflex and using the child to swallow properly. When baby has no problem with swallowing, he constitutes a prerequisite for the proper development of oral motor functions and consequently speech. In the introduction of this article we deal with the theoretical definition of the problem- the classification of newborn, development of sucking and swallowing, the importance of breastfeeding. In the second part of this article we write about stimulation of sucking and swallowing in high birth weight infants and low birth weight infants. Data were obtained through interviews with parents, they completed anamnestic questionnaire, therapists observed and works with babies.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION ACTIVITY IN THE INCLUSIVE EDUCATION PROCESS
Authors: Rozenfelde Marite
Published: May 2017

The article provides a summary of a theoretical study on the main provisions of the activity of the educational institution’s administration in creating and implementing an inclusive educational process at the institution. Inclusive education is teamwork – the responsibility and obligation shared by the whole educational institution is a challenge to the whole team of the educational institution and first of all, a challenge to the administration of the educational institution. Inclusive education can be implemented in various ways all united by organizational culture with positive perception of student diversity, an understanding that the leaders working at educational institutions with their colleagues have a central role in promoting the inclusive culture. The role of administration in the development of the inclusive educational process at an educational institution is to ensure the implementation of the norms concerning the rights of students with special needs to be included, to maintain inclusive policy in the activity of the educational institution, to provide everyone involved in the learning process with information about the special needs of the students, to allocate funds for providing for the special needs, to guarantee accessibility of the educational institution. The administration and the support specialists of the educational institution must work as a team, must develop a plan of measures for the implementation of a further inclusive education process of the educational institution, for providing the support in education where the measures for educational support include determining and assessment of the needs of a student; consultations and support for all students, including the students with special needs, professional development, consultations and support for teachers, the students’ parents and the specialists; consultations of the support team specialists and services, also attracting specialists from other institutions; technical aids and equipment (if necessary); an opportunity to study using sign language and the services of an interpreter (if necessary); transportation services (if necessary, also with an accompanying person); assistant services, etc. The make-up of specialists of the support team of the educational institution – speech and language pathologist, psychologist, social pedagogue, special education pedagogue, medical specialist, etc. can vary depending on the needs and circumstances of the students of the specific educational institution. Work responsibilities of these support team professionals in the general support system of the educational institution are analyzed in the article.
ADOLESCENTS' SENSE OF COHERENCE VS COPING IN STRESSFUL SITUATIONS. PILOT STUDY
Authors: Konaszewski Karol , Danilewicz Wioleta , Sosnowski Tomasz
Published: May 2017

The objective of the article is the answer to the question if the level of the sense of coherence is linked with stress-coping styles in the group of subjects. It was assumed that in the group of youth the sense of coherence would positively correlate with stress-coping strategies based on problem-solving and looking for social contacts, whereas negatively with strategies based on emotion display (Płaczkiewicz, Tucholska 2009).The study was conducted on a group of 149 teenagers of both sexes, aged 14-18 years. The research employed the Life Orientation Questionnaire (SOC-29) by A. Antonovsky and the Coping Inventory for Stressful Situations (CISS) Questionnaire by N.S. Endler and J.D.A Parker. In the group of youth, correlation coefficients indicate a moderate, positive relationship of the sense of coherence and a sense of comprehensibility with a task-focused style. There was also a positive correlation between the general sense of coherence (and three components: a sense of comprehensibility, a sense of manageability and a sense of meaningfulness) and looking for social contacts. Statistically significant correlation coefficients were also obtained between the emotion-focused style and the general sense of coherence and its two components. The  results of this study have important implications. They allow for a better understanding of the sense of coherence that contribute to the stress-coping styles among youth. Future interventions could be based on the strengthening of sense of coherence in analyzed group.
MUSIC AND LANGUAGE IN INTERDISCIPLINARY CONNECTION
Authors: Paipare Mirdza
Published: May 2017

Nowadays speech and language development is actual problem. This research was conducted to find out how music could help in solving this problem and to find out how connected music and language processes are in our brain. Language and music share a lot of similarities in terms of neurology, Music Therapy, communication and psychology and their interactions are successfully used in these sciences. Aim of this research was to gather data and scientific basis for music’s ability to improve speech and language. Main findings indicate that this topic has been studied for decades and still hasn’t lost its significance. Music can influence language processes, lessen disorders because it is neurologically and psychologically close to our spoken language.
APPLICATION OF FUZZY LOGIC TOOLBOX FOR MODELLING FUZZY LOGIC CONTROLLERS
Authors: Olesiak Krzysztof
Published: May 2017

Computer technology, which has been developing very fast in the recent years, can be also fruitfully applied in teaching. For example, the software package Matlab is highly useful in teaching students at Bachelor Programs of Electrical Engineering and Automatics and Robotics. Fuzzy Logic Toolbox of the Matlab package can be used for designing and modelling controllers. Thanks to a large number of pre-defined elements available in the libraries, it is possible to create even highly complicated models of systems without much effort. Fuzzy Logic Toolbox is especially useful for exploring the basic rules of designing fuzzy logic controllers. The rules involve selecting input and output membership functions, determining their location with respect to one another and defining their ranges. When the membership functions are introduced, a rule base is defined and a defuzzification method is selected. For any defuzzification method, a control surface is obtained, which can be modified by changing the rule base and/or the input and output parameters of the membership function.
THE DEVELOPMENT OF INDEPENDENT LIVING SKILLS IN YOUNG ADULTS WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY IN SHELTERED HOUSING ACCOMMODATION
Authors: Raudeliunaite Rita , Gudžinskienė Vida
Published: May 2017

National Programme for Social Integration of People with Disabilities for 2013 - 2019 has set a strategic objective to create a positive environment and conditions for a dignified and fully fledged life of people with disabilities in Lithuania, to guarantee equal opportunities and the quality of life of people with disabilities. The article analyses the experiences of the social workers, who work in sheltered housing accommodation with young adults with intellectual disability, when developing independent living skills in young adults with intellectual disability. Sheltered housing accommodation is social services institutions providing social care, in which persons live in home environment and conditions are created for them to manage their own personal life on their own with the support of the social workers. A qualitative-empirical study has been conducted by using the method of a semi-structured interview. The study data were processed by using the method of content analysis. The results of the empirical study are based on the experience of 11 social workers, who have been working in sheltered housing accommodation with young adults with intellectual disability for at least 3 years. The study has revealed that the following independent living skills are considered to be the most easy to be developed: cooking, simple housework, hygiene skills. The young adults also easily develop public transport use skills. The young adults most often acquire work skills by tidying their home environment. The most difficult, according to the social workers, to develop are economic skills: to manage their budget, to allocate finances, to pay for services, and to do the shopping.  The young adults with intellectual disability find it difficult to develop their parenting skills.  Communication skills are developed while learning etiquette and complying with it in a large range of environments, by encouraging to  communicate courteously with other persons, showing personal example, taking a good example from others, taking part in different events, festivals and communal activity.  The development of independent living skills occurs by engaging young adults in a practical activity. Particular attention is given to the development of healthy lifestyle skills. The young adults are encouraged to make decisions by guiding them in the right direction, while respecting their interests; the responsibility for the decisions made by them and the consequences of those decisions is also developed. Activity planning, organising and personal skills are developed.