bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Leiomioma uterino e atonia uterina pós-parto: relato de caso
Authors: Chen Christiane Machado , Novo Joe Luiz Vieira Garcia
Published: August 2018

O leiomioma uterino representa o tumor benigno mais frequente do trato genital feminino (95% do total de casos), acometendo entre 20 e 40% das mulheres durante a vida reprodutiva, período no qual são mais recorrentes, com incidência de 0,3 a 3,9% nas gestantes. O mioma, dependendo de fatores como volume e localização, pode dificultar a contração e a retração uterina no pós-parto. A atonia uterina, principal causa de hemorragia pós-parto, pode levar, dependendo de sua intensidade e do volume sanguíneo perdido pela paciente, à necessidade de tratamento clínico, e nos casos mais graves, ao tratamento cirúrgico, apresentando como último e definitivo recurso terapêutico a histerectomia puerperal. Sugere-se que após a detecção precoce do leiomioma na gestante haja o planejamento pela equipe médica e a adoção, caso seja realizado parto cesáreo, de diéreses que não incidam diretamente sobre os miomas, na tentativa de se evitar a possibilidade de hemorragia pós-parto, atonia uterina, histerectomia e, em casos extremos, o óbito materno.
Cyberspace - the new dimension of human interaction
Authors: Băncilă Andi Mihail
Published: August 2018

The twentieth century end created the premises for the emergence of a new global space for interaction. The development and normalization of cyberspace enabled redefining the norms of human cohabitation. In the first phase of development, this concept of social interaction has favoured for the first time in history the possibility for people to document and express themselves freely. This could be done under the protection of anonymity without them being afraid of any possible consequences. The subsequent evolution has invalidated the enthusiasm of the “founding fathers” regarding these ideas, but has contributed significantly to the development of trade and technological innovation
Two simple ways to find an efficient solution for a multiple objective linear programming problem
Authors: Căruțașu Vasile
Published: August 2018

A number of methods and techniques for determining “effective” solutions for multiple objective linear programming problems (MPP) have been developed. In this study, we will present two simple methods for determining an efficient solution for a MPP that reducing the given problem to a one-objective linear programming problem. One of these methods falls under the category of methods of weighted metrics, and the other is an approach similar to the ε- constraint method. The solutions determined by the two methods are not only effective and are found on the Pareto frontier, but are also “the best” in terms of distance to the optimal solutions for all objective function from the MPP. Obviously, besides the optimal solutions of linear programming problems in which we take each objective function, we can also consider the ideal point and Nadir point, in order to take into account all the notions that have been introduced to provide a solution to this problem
The Influence of the Zonation Effect on a System of Hierarchical Functional Regions
Authors: Drobne Samo , Lakner Mitja
Published: August 2018

Background: Hierarchical functional regions (FRs) can be calculated using data on interactions between basic spatial units (BSUs) and a hierarchical aggregation procedure. However, the results depend on the selected system of initial BSUs. In spatial sciences, this is known as the zonation effect, which is one of the effects of the Modifiable Areal Unit Problem (MAUP). Objectives: In this paper, we analyse the influence of the zonation effect on a system of hierarchical functional regions. Methods/Approach: We compared two systems of hierarchical functional regions of Slovenia modelled by the Intramax aggregation procedure using the inter-municipal labour commuting flows for the same year, but for two different initial sets of municipalities. Besides, we have introduced a new measure to compare systems of hierarchical FRs. Results: The results show that the zonation effect has an influence on hierarchical functional regions. The clustering comparison measure suggested here is a metric measure, which is appropriate for comparing hierarchical FRs. Conclusions: The zonation effect has influence on hierarchical FRs. The clustering comparison measure suggested in this paper is easy to interpret, but it should be adjusted for the number of clusterings
Adaptive quadrilateral distance relaying scheme for fault impedance compensation
Authors: Patel Ujjaval J. , Chothani Nilesh G. , Bhatt Praghnesh J.
Published: August 2018

Impedance reach of numerical distance relay is severely affected by Fault Resistance (RF), Fault Inception Angle (FIA), Fault Type (FT), Fault Location (FL), Power Flow Angle (PFA) and series compensation in transmission line. This paper presents a novel standalone adaptive distance protection algorithm for detection, classification and location of fault in presence of variable fault resistance. It is based on adaptive slope tracking method to detect and classify the fault in combination with modified Fourier filter algorithm for locating the fault. To realize the effectiveness of the proposed technique, simulations are performed in PSCAD using multiple run facility & validation is carried out in MATLAB® considering wide variation in power system disturbances. Due to adaptive setting of quadrilateral characteristics in accordance with variation in fault impedance, the proposed technique is 100 % accurate for detection & classification of faults with error in fault location estimation to be within 1 %. Moreover, the proposed technique provides significant improvement in response time and estimation of fault location as compared to existing distance relaying algorithms, which are the key attributes of multi-functional numerical relay
Simulation study of mixed pressure and flow control systems for optimal operation of centrifugal pumping plants
Authors: Gevorkov Levon , Rassõlkin Anton , Kallaste Ants , Vaimann Toomas
Published: August 2018

A Simulink/DriveSize based model for the mutual pressure and flow control of a centrifugal pumping plant with a variable speed drive is proposed. The model provides the possibility of power calculation during both throttling and speed control and to estimate the optimal working point according to these calculations. The model is developed to provide the possibility of power reduction during pressure and flow maintenance with the help of mixed pressure control strategy. To evaluate the system, a series of experiments have been conducted. After the validation of the proposed model through testing, which proved that the designed system is more beneficial from the power consumption point of view than the traditional pressure control methods, it can be stated that the system is useful for pressure and flow control optimization of the centrifugal pumping plants
Pharmacotherapy prescribing patterns in the treatment of bipolar disorder in a South African outpatient population
Authors: Holzapfel Eleanor Mari , Szabo Christopher Paul
Published: August 2018

Objectives

To describe the range and frequency of psychotropics used in the management of bipolar disorder in a specific setting as well as describe the nature and frequency of monotherapy versus polypharmacy use. Specifically to determine congruence with recommended standard of care that might inform a review and refinement of prescribing within this context.

Methods

The study was a retrospective file review for patients with bipolar disorder (ICD 10 and or DSM IV TR diagnostic criteria) attending the outpatient clinic of a specialised psychiatric hospital (Tara Hospital) affiliated to the Department of Psychiatry (University of the Witwatersrand) in Johannesburg, South Africa. Data were presented both descriptively (continuous, discrete and categorical data) and with a range of appropriate statistical tests used for associations between categorical data (Chi Square; Fisher’s exact test; Cramer’s V and the phi coefficient).

Results

The majority of patients (93.8%) were prescribed polypharmacy, with 3.2 as the mean number of psychotropic medications prescribed per patient (as determined from the last prescription written during the period of review, i.e. one year). There was a notable variety in the combinations used with no particular combination being prescribed in the majority of patients, noting, however, that 47% of the combinations used included a standard mood stabiliser prescribed together with an antipsychotic.

Conclusions

The current study provides data on the prescribing patterns for bipolar disorder in a specialist psychiatric clinic within an academic complex in South Africa. The findings reflect international studies and highlight polypharmacy and combination treatment as common in such settings. Where polypharmacy is prescribed, the variation in combinations prescribed indicate that whilst treatment guidelines may provide a best practice approach, studies determining the most useful combinations are few and ultimately clinical requirements for individual patients will dictate treatment.
Phytosociological analysis of European larch forests in the Southeastern Alps
Authors: Dakskobler I. , Seliškar A. , Rozman A.
Published: August 2018

Using the (unweighted) average linkage clustering (UPGMA) method we classified 458 phytosociological relevés of Larix decidua forests in the Southeastern Alps into 25 clusters. Based on their analysis we described the following new subassociations: Rhodothamno-Laricetum deciduae geetosum rivalis, sorbetosum chamaemespili, piceetosum abietis, adoxetosum moschatellinae, cystopteridetosum fragilis, cyclaminetosum purpurascentis, dryadetosum octopetalae and sorbetosum ariae. The selected method proved adequate in identifying the differences between larch stands on potential subalpine spruce and beech sites, and larch forests on the upper forest line, as well as the differences between initial larch stages on the upper forest line and more stable development stages on better developed soils on promontories and ledges above the upper beech forest line. Larch forests occur mainly in the altitudinal belt between (1,500) 1,600 and 1,800 (1,900) m, on shady aspects and slopes that are steeper than 30°. They are some of the best preserved forest types in the Southeastern Alps, on smaller surface areas (Macesnje above the Beli Potok valley in the Julian Alps) even virgin forests, and their role as biotopes is exceptional.
First record of Coptotriche angusticollella (Duponchel, 1843) (Lepidoptera: Tischeriidae) on the oil-bearing rose in Turkey
Authors: Demirözer O. , Uzun A. , Erbaș S. , Can F.
Published: August 2018

Coptotriche spp. are known to cause damage on plants of Rosaceae and Fagaceae. Coptotriche angusticollella (Duponchel, 1843) (Lepidoptera: Tischeriidae) was recorded for the first time infesting the oil-bearing rose, Rosa damascena, at the last half of May 2017 in Isparta, Turkey. It should not be ignored that C. angusticollella can be a potential risk posed to the oil-bearing rose crop
Predictive Modelling of Training Loads and Injury in Australian Football
Authors: Carey D. L. , Ong K. , Whiteley R. , Crossley K. M. , Crow J. , Morris M. E.
Published: August 2018

To investigate whether training load monitoring data could be used to predict injuries in elite Australian football players, data were collected from athletes over 3 seasons at an Australian football club. Loads were quantified using GPS devices, accelerometers and player perceived exertion ratings. Absolute and relative training load metrics were calculated for each player each day. Injury prediction models (regularised logistic regression, generalised estimating equations, random forests and support vector machines) were built for non-contact, non-contact time-loss and hamstring specific injuries using the first two seasons of data. Injury predictions were then generated for the third season and evaluated using the area under the receiver operator characteristic (AUC). Predictive performance was only marginally better than chance for models of non-contact and non-contact time-loss injuries (AUC<0.65). The best performing model was a multivariate logistic regression for hamstring injuries (best AUC=0.76). Injury prediction models built using training load data from a single club showed poor ability to predict injuries when tested on previously unseen data, suggesting limited application as a daily decision tool for practitioners. Focusing the modelling approach on specific injury types and increasing the amount of training observations may improve predictive models for injury prevention
Graphene growth from the metal/carbon/SiO2 structure
Authors: Machac Petr , Pajtai Jan
Published: August 2018

The paper presents results related to graphene growth by the method of precipitation on the boundary between a transition metal (nickel or cobalt) and a dielectric (SiO2 ). The source of graphene is a thin evaporated carbon layer. Carbon in the annealing process diffunds through the transition metal and precipitates on the surface of the dielectric substrate as the structure cools down. Relatively thick layer of copper, which is evaporated over carbon as a cover, prevents carbon to diffund to the surface of the metallization. The structure of the metallization for graphene forming is then Cu/C/(transition metal)/SiO2 /Si. We consider the utilization of the diffusion barrier to be the contribution of our work to graphene formation using this method. Even though both transition metals are of similar features, the necessary conditions for growth of high- quality graphene are different. In case of nickel, long annealing times within the whole range of annealing temperatures are necessary, while in case of structures with cobalt annealing time of 20 minutes at 900°C is enough for graphene growth. By annealing the Cu(300 nm)/C(20 nm)/Ni(50 nm)/SiO2 structure at the temperature of 800 °C for 60 minutes we obtained single-layer graphene (SLG).
Anti-Islamism without Moslems: Cognitive Frames of Czech Antimigrant Politics
Authors: Strapáčová Michaela , Hloušek Vít
Published: August 2018

The paper deals with the way that the Czech extremist – as well as the mainstream – politicians use to frame the issues related to Moslem migration. The paper seeks to find the answer to a situation of successful use of anti-Islam and anti-immigrant campaigning in the country, which is neither a destination country nor an important transit country for the migrants. The paper approaches the topic through the conceptual lenses of the concept of cognitive frames. By discursive analysis of selected Czech politicians’ rhetoric in the period of 2015–2016, the authors show how politicians are constructing the cognitive frameworks on migrants and refugees, connecting these groups with radical Islam and the construct of danger, thus shifting the migration issue from the framework of international assistance and aid to securitized frameworks.
Online Comments as a Tool of Intercultural (Russian–Czech) “Anti-Dialog”
Authors: Gazda Jiří
Published: August 2018

This study presents a content and qualitative discourse analysis of readers’ comments made on Czech journalism on sociopolitical topics published in Russian translation at InoSMI.ru. Following the tradition of ethnomethodology, which examines the formation of subjective views of the world from the viewpoint of the general population, the interpretation of the examined discourse focuses on analyzing the verbal attitudes of regular Russian readers of political journalism toward the opinions of the Czech public on the current-day Russia and toward Czechs and the Czech Republic in general. Specifically, the study examined the expressions of intolerance toward the opinions of others and linguistic aggression on the part of the Russian-speaking commenters toward the authors of critical Czech journalism as natural and instinctive dismissive reactions to “different” or hostile language and cultural and ideological expressions. The study is based on language data acquired by analyzing readers’ comments left on a total of 45 Russian translations of Czech journalistic writings published between January and September 2016 on 12 different Czech websites. The qualitative, critical analysis of the linguistic material is based on a sociocognitive approach, which assumes a dialectical relationship between the discourse and society operating through cognitive structures (knowledge and ideology). The aim of this study was to highlight the negative aspects of unsanctioned public sociopolitical discourse, which is currently made possible and accelerated by technology advances of the Internet network and, at a time of a de facto information war, contributes to the spread of negativistic and hostile attitudes and sentiments, rather than to a genuine intercultural dialog.
Between Language Revitalization and Assimilation: On the Language Situation of the German Minority in the Czech Republic
Authors: Kreisslová Sandra , Novotný Lukáš
Published: August 2018

Language preservation is considered to be one of the central missions of ethnic groups. For the German minority in the Czech Republic too, language plays an important role in group identity. Its current language situation is a result of the negative historic developments after World War II and under the communist regime. Due to the forced resettlement of most German-speaking inhabitants and the subsequent assimilation policies of the communist regime, the German community underwent strong cultural and language assimilation, which is also attested by the steady decline of its membership. The study focuses on issues of the language situation of the German minority and the revitalization efforts that have been undertaken by its elite in cooperation with other relevant institutions. A research survey of the main representatives of the minority and its regional associations demonstrates their evaluations of the ways in which German language is currently used and promoted in the Czech Republic, and it also points to the different strategies they have been striving to implement to reverse the language shift.
Young children’s spatial autonomy in their home environment and a forest setting
Authors: Green Carie J.
Published: August 2018

Places assigned and places chosen have major implications for the lives of children. While the former are a result of children’s subordinate position in an adult world, the latter are the essence of their agency. Beginning at a young age children seek out places to claim as their own. Places, real and imaginary, shape children and children shape them. This phenomenon of spatial autonomy is a formative, and extraordinary, part of their identity formation. While spatial autonomy has been casually referred to in the children’s geographies literature, a theoretical framing of the concept is generally lacking. This article draws together findings from two research studies, which were conducted by the author, to further theorize the meaning of young children’s (ages 3-6 years old) spatial autonomy in their home environment and a forest setting. Informed by a phenomenological framework, the studies used children’s tours as a method. The findings reveal that spatial autonomy is an expression of children’s independence enacted through symbolic play and hiding activities. The children sought out small places and high places where they could observe others while maintaining autonomy. Additionally, spatial autonomy is relational, negotiated within adult imposed-regulations and influenced by peers, siblings and other more-than-human elements in their environments. By claiming just-out-of reach places, the children collectively and independently established their own rules and a sense of control. The achievement of spatial autonomy plays an important role in young children’s identity formation, boasting their self-confidence as they develop a sense of self with places in all the various environments of their lives.
Influence of Breed and Parity on Teat and Milking Characteristics in Dairy Cattle
Authors: Genc Murat , Coban Omer , Ozenturk Ugur , Eltas Omer
Published: August 2018

The aim of this study was to determine some morphological traits of the udder teat and their influence on the milk flow rate in three dairy cattle breeds (Brown Swiss, Holstein and Simmental). The average milking time and milk yield was 8.79±0.16 minutes and 9.40±0.28 kg, respectively. There was a finding that the breed of the dairy cows had no effect on the total milking time, with the Holstein cows having the highest milk yield (P<0.01). The average milk flow rate was 1.09±0.04 kg/minute and the Holstein cows had the highest milk flow rate (P<0.05). The cow parity didn’t affect the milk flow rate and the milk yield. The average teat length, average teat diameter and average teat volume varied among the cattle breeds and were highest in the Brown Swiss, and lowest in the Simmental cows. In conclusion, the milk flow rate varies among cattle breeds, and it was observed that dairy cows with high milk yields have higher milk flow rates.
Viticultural landscapes in transition: permanence and change
Authors: Miętkiewska-Brynda Joanna , Makowski Jerzy
Published: August 2018

This article concerns the transitions of cultural landscapes, especially of viticultural landscapes. The authors do not aim to present new definition of the term “landscape” but base their study on the existing output of Polish and foreign scholars. The fact that cultural landscapes are in a constant state of flux is stressed, and periods of both development and regression are included. These phenomena are illustrated with reference to the transformations of Poland’s viticultural landscapes, the cultural landscapes of the Palmeral de Elche, and the mouth of the Vistula, as well as the metamorphosis of the landscape of Alto Douro. These examples may be an apt illustration of F. Braudel’s concept of “longue durée”.
The Spatial Distribution of Perch (Perca fluviatilis) Ectoparasites and the Effect of Chemical Water Quality Parameters on Ectoparasite Spatial Niche Size
Authors: Zolovs Maksims , Priekule Madara , Gasperovich Olesia , Kolesnikova Jelena , Osipovs Sergejs , Spuņģis Voldemārs
Published: August 2018

Seasonal changes of abiotic factors and their influence on parasite occurrence have repeatedly been studied. Most of the studies have been conducted to evaluate the effect of water physicochemical parameters on changes in the intensity of infection, prevalence and component community of a number of parasite species. However, insufficient attention has been paid to the link between water quality parameters and spatial niche size of ectoparasites. The distribution of ectoparasite species on perch (Perca fluviatilis L.) was studied to establish whether seasonal changes of water quality parameters are associated with ectoparasite spatial niche size. The concentration of phosphates (PO4
3−), nitrates (NO−
3), sulphates (SO4
2−) and dissolved oxygen (DO) in the water of Lake Sila (Latvia) was measured every month throughout the year and recorded all ectoparasites on perch. Zero-inflated mixed models were used to evaluate which of the water parameters influence the spatial niche size of ectoparasites. Our findings showed that spatial niche size of some ectoparasite species is affected by a set of water quality parameters and that this effect is negative. The spatial niche size of Anodonta cygnea was negatively associated with phosphate, nitrate, sulphate and dissolved oxygen concentration. The spatial niche size of Ancyrocephalus percae was negatively associated with sulphate, and the spatial niche size of Ergasilus sieboldi was negatively associated with nitrate concentration.
Assessment of Effective Ammunition Stock Levels
Authors: Zlatnik Daniel , Mareš Jaromír
Published: August 2018

The purpose of this article is to discuss the current approach to determining the amount and composition of ammunition stocks, including the strengths and weaknesses of individual practices within North Atlantic Treaty Organization and its selected member states. The starting points of this article are the practical findings in the preparation of NATO and EU battlegroups, including real foreign operations. The individual methods were analyzed with a partial use of SWOT analysis, with a main focus on the strengths and weaknesses of the inventory process. There were found discrepancies between the general principle of individual methods and their practical application. A major drawback is that the principle for calculating inventory needs for combat activities is yet unestablished, where the internal regulation does provide for 120 SDOS and the introduction of some coefficients. However, doing so without establishing the principle of creating its amount. The article offers possible solutions to increase the efficiency of inventory generation in order to achieve greater objectivity in the planning process of operations management and crisis management, including self-provision of ammunition stockpiles.
Developing the Cadets’ Communication Competence from an Intercultural Perspective
Authors: Niculescu Brândușa-Oana , Obilişteanu Georgeta
Published: August 2018

Traditionally, foreign language classes provide a systematic presentation and acquisition of knowledge and skills under the guidance and monitoring of a teacher. However, language is unquestionably related to culture. Being competent in a foreign language requires not only possessing the linguistic competence, but also understanding the culture that has defined and shaped it. The process of learning a foreign language involves an awareness of the culture of the target language, as well as the way it relates to one’s own culture. This paper aims, first, to deal with major issues in the foreign language classes related to creating the conditions for students to acquire and develop the skills necessary to cope with the difficulties of the intercultural situations, and second, to determine the culture-related content areas and give practical tips for teachers to employ in preparing their students for the intercultural challenge. It also points to the important role of teachers in conceiving and producing the teaching-learning resources that will enable students to gain the relevant cultural background knowledge and skills, as well as to the benefits of using culture-focused activities along with the grammar-based tasks.
Constructive Simulation Programs and NATO Functional Area Services Applied in Computer Assisted Exercises
Authors: Zinca Neagoe Diana-Ioana , Bârsan Ghiţă
Published: August 2018

In the military system, the simulation represents the most important tool to support training because it can be efficiently used from the tactical level up to the strategic level. For individual training the costs of using real or virtual simulation systems are not justified, but when it comes to the headquarters training, running a live exercise is extremely expensive. Nevertheless, the units, headquarters, general staff and Multinational Division South-East Headquarters need to be trained in both national and NATO exercises. Taking those facts into consideration, computer assisted exercises proved to be the best solution for training all the cycles within a headquarters that support the decision making process. In the last years, among all those processes, a particular interest was shown for the functional area services interoperability during NATO computer assisted exercises.
Increased glycemic variability in type 2 diabetes patients treated with insulin - a real-life clinical practice, continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) study
Authors: Crăciun Cristian-Ioan , Crăciun Anca-Elena , Rusu Adriana , Bocşan Corina Ioana , Hâncu Nicolae , Buzoianu Anca Dana
Published: August 2018

Chronic hyperglycemia is an important cause for the development of chronic complications of diabetes, but glycemic variability has emerged in recent years as an independent contributor to diabetes-related complications. Our objective was to evaluate glycemic variability in patients with T2DM treated with insulin compared with other antidiabetic drugs. In this retrospective study, we collected 24-hour continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) recording data from 95 patients with T2DM, of which 27 treated with insulin and 68 with non-insulin treatment. We calculated and compared 16 glucose variability parameters in the insulin-treated and non-insulin treated groups. Insulin treated patients had significantly higher values of parameters describing the amplitude of glucose value fluctuations (standard deviation of glucose values, percentage coefficient of variation [%CV], and mean amplitude of glycemic excursion [MAGE], p <0.05) and time-dependent glucose variability (percentage of time with glycemic values below 70 mg/dl and continuous overall net glycemic action [CONGA] at 2, 4 and 6 hours, p <0.05). In conclusion, insulin therapy in T2DM is correlated with significantly higher glycemic variability.
Analysis of the causes and effects of landslides in the Carpathian flysch in the area of Milówka and evaluation of their prevention methods
Authors: Jastrzębska Małgorzata , Łupieżowiec Marian
Published: August 2018

The paper presents a comprehensive study on the causes and effects of landslides occurring in the gmina Milówka (gmina is the administrative district in Poland, similar to a commune or municipality) from 1947 until today. The analysis includes the identification of probable causes of landslides and a discussion of possible remedial methods, including preventive ones. The following were considered: results of laboratory, geophysical and seismic tests; meteorological data; vegetative and transpirational properties of plants and agricultural crops; intensity of farming; forest clearance. Attention was also paid to the tree-ring eccentricity among spruces. Additionally, a numerical analysis of the current landslide stability was carried out in the Z_Soil program. Finally, it was found that determining the exact value of the stability coefficient is not possible due to the numerous assumptions necessary for the numerical analysis. However, it is possible to predict with high probability which of the slopes are threatened with landslides.
Experimental and Numerical Study of Heat Transfer Enhancement in a Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger using Helical Coiled Wire Inserts
Authors: Abbas Ehsan Fadhil , Weis Musa Mustafa , Ridha Ahmed Sami
Published: August 2018

An experimental work on heat transfer enhancement in a shell and tube heat exchanger by insertion of helical coiled wires into the tube bundle was conducted. Four different pitch sizes were used (4.8, 6.4, 8.0, 9.6) mm. The working fluid for both shell and tube sides of the exchanger was water. Flow arrangement used was parallel and laminar for both sides with a Reynolds number for the tube inside ranging (100-920). Variables were taken into account, including; convection heat transfer coefficient, number of heat transfer units, thermal effectiveness, and pressure drop. CFD analysis was done in order to validate the experimental results. The study results showed an increase in heat transfer coefficient on the tube side by 54% due to the use of 9.6 mm pitched inserts. Highest thermal effectiveness obtained was in the case of 9.6 mm pitch inserts. Pressure drop rose up to 260% due to inserts.
Annelerin doğum sonrası bebek bakım gereksinimlerinin belirlenmesi: Nitel bir çalışma
Authors: Yılmaz Aslı , Bayar Adem , Esenay Figen İşık
Published: August 2018

Amaç:
Yenidoğan dönemindeki bebeğin bakım gereksinimlerinin karşılanması temel bir
hak olmakla birlikte sağlıklı büyüme ve gelişmenin önemli bir koşuludur. Bu
çalışma ile doğum sonrasında hastaneden taburcu olan annelerin bebek bakımına
yönelik hangi uygulamaları nasıl yaptıklarının tespit edilmesi, bu konudaki
gereksinimlerin belirlenmesi amaçlanmıştır. Yöntem: Çalışma niteliksel fenomenolojik olarak planlanmıştır.
Amasya Üniversitesi Sabuncuoğlu Eğitim ve Araştırma Hastanesi’nde Aralık 2015-
Mart 2016 tarihleri arasında doğum yapmış ve bebeği ile birlikte taburcu olmuş,
ev ziyaretini kabul eden 10 anne örneklemi oluşturmuştur. Taburcu olan annelere
telefonla ulaşılarak ev ziyareti için bilgi verilmiş, randevu alınmıştır. Veriler
araştırmacılar tarafından geliştirilen yarı yapılandırılmış görüşme formu ile
yüz yüze görüşülerek toplanmıştır. Araştırma esnasında elde edilen nitel
veriler betimsel analiz yöntemi ile ve sosyo-demografik bilgiler ise
tanımlayıcı istatistikler kullanılarak analiz edilmiştir. Bulgular: Çalışmada, annelerin doğum sonrası bebek bakımına yönelik
hijyenik bakım uygulamaları, bebeğin beslenmesine yönelik uygulamalar,
güvenliğe yönelik uygulamalar olmak üzere üç çerçeve belirlenmiştir. Annelerin
tamamı bebeklerine anne sütü vermekte ve anne sütünün faydalı olduğunu ifade
etmektedir. Taburculuk sonrası ilk hafta içinde yaşanan en önemli bakım
sorunları “annenin göğsünde gelişen çatlaklar ve bebeğin bez bölgesinde görülen
pişik” olarak belirlenmiştir. Sonuç:
Yapılan ev ziyaretlerinde anneler bebek bakımına yönelik olarak; emzirme,
bebeğin gazının çıkarılması, alt bakımı yapmakta ve banyo yaptırmaktadırlar.
Annelerin taburculuk sonrası ilk hafta içinde emzirme desteğine, bebeğin alt
bakımına ve bebeğe ait tehlike belirtilerini anlamaya yönelik gereksinimleri
olabileceği saptanmıştır.
CОВРЕМЕННЫЕ ПРОБЛЕМЫ МОЛОЧНОЙ ОТРАСЛИ В РОССИИ
Authors: Куприна Анна Викторовна , Селюк Александр Владимирович
Published: August 2018

Цель работы. Целью работы является выявление основных характеристик и тенденций развития молочной отрасли России в условиях общей экономической стагнации. Метод или методология проведения работы. Исследование основывается на методах факторного анализа и междисциплинарного синтеза, которые предполагают точное разграничение социально-экономических сил, действующих на изучаемый объект. Основой данной работы являются исследования отечественных и зарубежных учёных по проблемам экономики и управления развитием молочной отрасли. Результаты. В условиях экономической стагнации в стране, когда спрос на продукцию молочной отрасли ограничен, государственное участие в развитии данной сферы хозяйства недостаточно. Так, из бюджетных средств на поддержку молочной отрасли более ¼ идёт на субсидирование части процентной ставки банков-кредиторов, что по своей сути – поддержка банковской отрасли, а не молочного производства РФ. Необходимо глубокое частно-государственное партнёрство: повышение стандартов качества сырья и готовой продукции; развитие племенных хозяйств по молочному животноводству; льготные социальные программы по восстановлению поголовья коз в хозяйствах населения; отмена НДС по молочной продукции; введение плавающей процентной ставки по ссудам молочной отрасли в размере не выше 75% от ключевой ставки ЦБ РФ. Нынешние формы государственного участия явно не перебарывают тенденции постепенной деградации молочной отрасли. Область применения результатов. Результаты проведенного исследования могут использоваться  органами  управления на уровне муниципальных районов и регионов при формировании системы управления инвестиционным развитием молочной отрасли на своей территории. Выводы. Выход из сложившейся ситуации может быть найден в развитии производственно-сбытовой кооперации, в ужесточении квот на ввоз сухого молока, запрете на использование пальмового масла в молочной отрасли, инвестиций в племенное дело, постоянном регулировании и контроле со стороны государства.
EVALUATION OF SWELLING PROPERTIES OF POLY (ACRYLIC ACID)/Zr-PILLARED K10 SUPERABSORBENT HYDROGEL
Authors: BEKÇİ MOLU Zehra
Published: August 2018

Zr- Pillared K10 (Zr-K10) was synthesized by using Montmorillonite K10 clay. Zr- pillared K10 based superabsorbent (Zr-PILC-SA) was synthesized by using Zr- pillared- montmorillonite K10 via graft copolymerization reaction of acrylic acid (AA). After preparation of the films of hydrogels of Zr- pillared K10, swelling studies were performed in distilled water and different pH values at room temperature to investigate swelling behavior of pillared clay based superabsorbent films. It was also obtained that Zr-K10 based superabsorbent was pH dependent and showed a reversible swelling behavior. The swelling behavior of Zr-K10-SA was increasing by decreasing amount of Zr-K10 in the hydrogel. SEM, FTIR and XRD analysis were conducted for further characterization of the Zr-PILC-SA. FTIR analyses lead to ester formation between Zr-K10 and SA. XRD revealed the morphology of the superabsorbent was exfoliated and the layers of clay dispersed on the composite.
REMOVAL OF OCHRATOXIN A FROM RED WINE BY USING RED KIDNEY BEAN PEEL
Authors: MOLU Zehra , SEYHAN BOZKURT Serap
Published: August 2018

Present study was performed to reduce the OTA (ochratoxin A) levels of red wine by using red kidney bean peel as adsorbent. The adsorption studies were evaluated by adsorption isotherm, kinetic models. The adsorption data conformed to the Freundlich isotherm and pseudo-second-order kinetic model with respect to the correlation coefficients. The adsorption equilibria of OTA for real wine sample and OTA synthetic solution were almost established within 240 and 300 min, respectively. The removal efficiency was decreased by increasing temperature. Thermodynamic parameters indicated that adsorption process was spontaneous, exothermic, chemical and the randomness was decreased. The removal percent of polyphenols and anthocyans were lower at lower adsorbent masses. This data was useful to develop an environmentally friendly process to remove OTA from red wine at low amount of OTA, without affecting wine quality parameters.
Implementation of Good Food Production Method for Kerupuk Household Industry in Sidoarjo
Authors: Herlambang Arif , Asmawati Endah , Haryono Yon
Published: August 2018

The owners of SME kerupuk Sidoarjo so far still glued to the traditional concept, that is only focus on the fulfillment of quantity, while the quality factor is still not the main focus. In order to compete in the era of free market, SME kerupuk Sidoarjo must give main focus on food quality. The focus of food quality improvement can be done through the fulfillment of food quality requirements by applying Good Food Production Methods for Household Industries (GFPM-HI). The implementation of GFPM-HI was conducted on two SMEs Sidoarjo, namely UD Dua Kelapa and Sinar Jaya. The process of applying GFPM-HI, starting from the process of identifying gender analysis pathway (gap), designing compliance requirements, implementation, and evaluation process. The evaluation results still have some criteria that have not been optimal. Overall, the process of applying CPPB-IRT UD Dua Kelapa and Sinar Jaya shows an increase in compliance scores of more than 40%.
Analisis Maturity Level Business Goals 8 Menggunakan COBIT Pada PT. APLIN
Authors: Ambarwati Awalludiyah , Habibi Ade Putra
Published: August 2018

PT. APLIN is one of the companies engaged in the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) that serves a variety of customer needs in terms of communication and networking. The dynamic development of IT (Information Technology) resulted in changes in customer needs. PT. APLIN is updating regularly used IT and strives to provide services to meet customer needs. This research was conducted using COBIT 4.1 framework to find out maturity level in four IT process ie PO3 (Determining Technology Direction), AI5 (Procurement of IT Resources), DS2 (Managing Third Party Service) and DS6 (Identifying and Allocating Fees). Where these four IT processes are part of the business goals of achieving cost optimization from service delivery in the customer's perspective. The results showed that the maturity level was at the level of Repeatable but Intuitive for TI processors PO3, DS2 and DS6. While the IT AI5 process is at the Defined level. Planning mechanism of IT resource procurement and budget planning at PT. APLIN is appropriate and well documented. Companies need to improve IT infrastructure development mechanisms and maintain vendor performance relationships or third parties.
Pengaruh Dimensi Budaya Terhadap Perilaku Penggunaan E-commerce: Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta
Authors: Sari Danar Retno , Dirgahayu Teduh
Published: August 2018

The use of e-commerce influenced by culture, which consist of five dimensions, such as power distance, individualism, masculinity, uncertainty avoidance, and long-term orientation (Hofsterde, 1984). This paper aim to investigate and explored the effect of culture dimenssion on behavior to use e-commerce in Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta. Theory Planned Behavior as a model to investigate behavior to use e-commerce. Culture dimensiona as indicator used to support variable in TPB. Our result showed that power distance and masculinity had significant effect on behavior to use e-comerce in Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta. This factors can be used to create a new marketing strategy for business people. In an academic area, this model can be used as alternative model to predict intentions and individual behavior using information technology, especially e-commerce.
Penentuan Dosen Berprestasi Menggunakan Metode Analytical Network Process
Authors: Purnamasari Indah , Afnisari Karnita
Published: August 2018

Higher education is a subsystem that includes a program of national education diploma, bachelor, masters, specialist and doctoral degrees held by college both academy, high school and university. College are obliged to provide education, research and community service. One element in the administration of higher education are the lecturer. Lecturers are academic personnel responsible for planning and executing the learning process, assess learning outcomes, conduct coaching and training, and conduct research and community service. Based on the Law of the Republic of Indonesia Number 14 Year 2005 on Teachers and Lecturers, Article 51 Paragraph (1) Item b, the professor is entitled to promotions and awards in accordance with academic performance. This study used the ANP method (Analytical Network Process). By using Superdecision software. The criteria used in this study is the teaching, research and community service The results of this research is the relationship between teaching, research and community service related to the outstanding faculty in the election where the percentages in selecting outstanding faculty teaching performance at the first level = 22%, Personality = 18%, Teaching = 21%, 21% Research = , Devotion community = 16%
PENGARUH MEDIA TANAM DAN KONSENTRASI PUPUK ORGANIK CAIR TERHADAP PERTUMBUHAN DAN PRODUKSI TANAMAN SELADA MERAH (Lactuca sativa L.)
Authors: Lamawulo Karim , Rehatta Herman , Nendissa Jane I
Published: August 2018

Planting media and concentration of liquid organic fertilizer were the main components that play a role as a medium to grow plants and nutrients supply for the red lettuce. To obtain appropriate planting medium and concentration of liquid organic fertilizer for growth and production of red lettuce plant, an experiment was conducted using Randomized Block Design Factorial, i.e Liquid Organic Fertilizer concentration with 6 treatment level, K0 (Without Treatment), K1 (POC 5 cc/L) (POC 20 cc/L), K4 (POC 20 cc/L) and K5 (POC 25 cc/L) and Planting Media with 3 levels i.e, M1 (3:1), M2 (4:1) and M3 (5:1). The concentration of liquid organic fertilizer gave very significant effects to the height parameters of plant (cm), number of leaves (leaf), leaf area (cm2), fresh weight of crown (g) and fresh root weight (g). Planting media had very significant effects on fresh root weight (g), ratio of root and canopy (%) and harvest index (%).
Spatio-Temporal Urban Expansion Analysıs in a Growing City of Oyo Town ,Oyo State, Nigeria Using Remote Sensing And Geographic Information System (GIS) Tools
Authors: Jimoh Rafiu , Afonja Yusuf , Albert Christopher , Amoo N
Published: August 2018

The assessment of the land use / land cover expansion that occurred in
the area over a period of thirty years is the utmost priority of this research
work. Multi temporal Landsat satellite imageries TM 1984, 1990 and ETM+ 2002,
2014 from the United States Geological Survey (USGS) website were used as the
primary dataset. Area of interest was clipped in ArcGIS 9.3 environment, image
enhancement and image classification were adequately done using ENVI 4.5 remote
sensing software. Using supervised classification algorithm, the images were
classified into bare soil, built-up area, vegetation, water body and wetland;
these were then used to carry out change detection analysis or time series
analysis. Results obtained from the analysis of built-up area dynamics for the
past three decades revealed that the town has been undergoing urban expansion
processes. The expansion was prolonged both from urban centre to adjoining
non-built-up areas in all directions. The total built up area in the town has
expanded from 28.04sq/km in 1984 to 49.51 sq/km in 2014 at an average expansion
rate of 0.7, 0.4 and 0.9 per annum during 1984 – 1990, 1990 – 2002 and 2002 –
2014 study periods respectively. The study period from 2002 – 2014 was the time
at which the town experienced the highest urban expansion. The analysis of
spatial trend revealed that the urban landscape has experienced a process of
sprawling and fragmented development pattern particularly in the fringe areas
while the town centre underwent infill and edge expansion development
processes. The fringe areas show scattered expansion pattern. Quantifying urban
expansion patterns and development processes of the past trends can help better
understand the dynamics of built up area and guide sustainable urban
development planning of the future urban growth.
Spatial Distribution of Snowfall Days in Turkey
Authors: Koç Telat , Kartum Şeyda
Published: August 2018

In observing the effects of global climate change
on Turkey, it is important to determine the frequency of snowfall and its
spatial distribution. This study concerns the spatial distribution of snowy
days in Turkey utilizing measurements provided by the Turkish State
Meteorological Service. The homogeneity of 217 station-specific and constructed
data was analyzed using Kruskal-Wallis Test. The longest data sets are 75 years
old covering the years 1932-2006 while the shortest is 25 year-old data
covering 1982-2006. Figures were mapped with GIS taking the mean values and
variability coefficients of the long-term data from the stations. The factors
that affect spatial distribution and variance of snowfall days in Turkey are
location, continentality, altitude and exposure. The snowfall observed in most
of the northeast Anatolia stations decreases to the south and west. Due to
local climatic conditions, snowy days increase in Edirne and Kastamonu, while
Iğdır and Malatya decrease towards the periphery. This introductory study on
the climatology of snowfall days in Turkey is considered a guide for handling
data, taking precautions, and creating solutions. The study’s findings will
serve as a basis for interpreting the results of future studies.