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Kajian teknologi High Altitude Platform (HAP) [Study of High Altitude Platform (HAP) technology]
Authors: Gultom Amry Daulat , Yuniarti Diah
Published: August 2016

High Altitude Platform (HAP) merupakan solusi alternatif untuk mengatasi keterbatasan infrastruktur terestrial maupun satelit. HAP merupakan pesawat ataupun balon udara yang ditempatkan pada ketinggian 20-50 km di atas permukaan bumi. Kelebihan yang utama dari HAP adalah kemudahan dalam penempatan, fleksibilitas, biaya operasionalnya rendah, delay  propagasi rendah, sudut elevasi lebar, cakupan yang luas. Penelitian ini dilakukan untuk mengetahui potensi HAP untuk komunikasi pita lebar dan perkembangannya di Indonesia. Analisis dilakukan secara deskriptif dengan mengolah data literatur yang didapat. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa di Indonesia terdapat potensi teknologi HAP untuk komunikasi pita lebar dengan lebar pita 2x300 MHz di band 27,9-28,2 GHz dan 31-31,3 GHz. Namun, belum ada peraturan yang mengatur alokasi frekuensi untuk HAP secara khusus di Indonesia.*****High Altitude Platform (HAP) has been developed as an alternative solution in order to overcome limitation of terrestrial and satellite communication system. HAP is an aircraft or balloon situated on 20-50 km above the earth. Main advantages of HAP are flexibility in deployment, low propagation delay, wide elevation angle and broad coverage. The research is conducted to gather HAP potential for broadband communication and its development in Indonesia. Analysis is conducted by descriptive analysis from literature study gather. The research result shows that in Indonesia, there is potential of HAP technology for broadband communication with 2x300 MHz bandwidth within 27,9-28,2 GHz and 31-31,3 GHz. Yet, there are no specific regulations managing frequency allocation for HAP in Indonesia.
The Prospects for Diversification of Slovak Export to Asia
Authors: Boháč Radomír
Published: August 2016

The centre of gravity of international trade has been shifting eastwards; 2 of 3 largest economies come from Asia. It witnessed 6.9% growth in 2014, much above the 2.6% on the global level. Credit goes in full to continent’s hard working population. It is presumed that 90% of the global growth within the next 10 – 15 years will be generated outside Europe; the majority of it in Asia. By 2050 a half of the global GDP will be generated there. Asia represents the global model in promoting R&D and innovations; it has become the key trading partner of the EU, with strategic partners in China, India, Japan, and South Korea. Numerous EU´s FTAs are being negotiated, hopefully eliminating remaining barriers to trade. The contribution focuses on prospects which are emanating for Slovakia and the Western liberal economic model vis-a-vis state control. It discusses the China’s economic downturn as a risk but also as a new opportunity. Slovak prosperity is vitally interlinked with the performance of export. It disproportionately depends on the EU. Out of the first eight countries within Slovakia‘s negative trade balance statistics, six come from Asia. Thus Asia should imperatively facilitate diversification of Slovak economy. The paper attempts to establish a frank and open picture of the state of the game, with the right balance between theory and authentic professional experience of the author. It assesses key Slovak strengths and weaknesses, identifies opportunities and offers a “food for thought”.
Building of Social Capital among Workers in Project Teams and Its Effect on Knowledge Sharing: a Saudi Arabia’s Cultural Context
Authors: Amer Helail F Aljohani , Lei Wu
Published: August 2016

In the study, we aim to explain how higher levels of knowledge sharing between project workers are attained by companies. The paper creates a research model that ties social capital aspects to tacit knowledge sharing. In that way, the paper suggests on what companies should focus in order to secure a higher team or firm performance through improved knowledge sharing. Social ties, trust, shared vision, reciprocity and shared language are identified as the specific social factors that are key when it comes to achieving satisfactory levels of tacit knowledge sharing. Additionally, we explore how knowledge sharing process is facilitated through Saudi Arabia network system rooted in national culture. The study is designed to suggest ways for organizations to enhance their tacit knowledge sharing. The paper employs a literature review methodology and contributes to the theory of knowledge management and organizational behavior.
Genetic evaluation of reproductive traits in Jersey crossbred heifers at an organized farm of eastern India
Authors: Kumar Anshuman , Mandal Ajoy , Gupta A.K. , Ratwan Poonam , Kumar Narendra
Published: August 2016

The present study was conducted on data of reproductive traits (viz., age at first service and age at first calving) in Jersey crossbred heifers, maintained at the Eastern Regional Station of ICAR-National Dairy Research Institute, Kalyani, West Bengal over a period of 38 years (1977-2014) to determine the effects of genetic and non-genetic factors. The data were classified according to season of birth, period of birth of animals and distributed in eight genetic groups having different level of Jersey inheritance. The least square mean of age at first service (AFS) and age at first calving (AFC) were 750.61±12.35 and 1089.36±13.99 days respectively. Sire had highly significant (P less than 0.01) influence on both AFS and AFC in the present study whereas, the genetic group had only significant effect on age at first calving. The half-bred of Jersey and Tharparkar crosses (1/2 Jersey-1/2 Tharparkar) had significantly lower AFC (987.47±43.21 days) than half-bred of Jersey and Red Sindhi and other crosses in this study. Moreover, the animals having less than 50 % and more than 62.5 % Jersey inheritance had highest AFC than other crosses. On the other hand, period of birth had significant effect on both AFS and AFC; however, season of birth only influenced AFC. Heritability estimates of AFS and AFC were observed 0.46±0.19 and 0.30±0.19 respectively. Strong genetic correlation (0.81±0.19) was estimated between these traits. Since, these traits have moderate to high heritability, it indicates faster improvement of these traits through selection.
Effect of duck diet supplemented with fermented seaweed wastes on carcass characteristics and production efficiency of indigenous Indonesian ducks
Authors: Santoso S.I. , Suprijatna E. , Setiadi A. , Susanti* S.
Published: August 2016

Gracilaria sp is as eaweed with carbohydrate-rich wastes. Its symbiont, Brotia sp,is rich in calcium and protein. The effects of Gracilaria’s wastes (GW) as formulated feed supplement on carcass characteristics and production efficiency of local Indonesian ducks. Data were collected from 120 ducks fed either a basal dietor a fermented Gracilaria’s wastes supplemented diet (FGW). Treatment levels of FGW were 10%, 12.5%, and 15%. The highest level of meat antioxidant status was reached at 15% FGW, while the optimum level of FGW for decreasing the fat content was 12.5%. The best reduction in meat fat mass was at 15% FGW. Further more, duck feed with FGW resulted in lower average and normalized costs and increased income than observed with the basal diet. Thus, GW as a feed supplement effectively ameliorated the productivity and carcass quality of indigenous Indonesian ducks.
Effect of estrus synchronization on plasma progesterone profile and fertility response in postpartum suckled anestrous Kankrej cows*
Authors: Naikoo1 Mehrajuddin , Dhami* A.J. , Ramakrishnan2 Ammu
Published: August 2016

The study was designed at evaluating early postpartum ovarian activity through plasma progesterone profile at 10 days interval up to 90 days, followed by induction of estrus in postpartum anestrous suckled Kankrej cows (n=18) using Ovsynch, CIDR and Ovsynch + CIDR treatment protocols with FTAI (6 cows in each protocol), keeping six normal cyclic cows as control. The plasma P4 profile (ng/ml) varied in the range of 0.15±0.03 to 1.70±0.80 in treatment groups and 0.62 ±0.19 to 4.09±1.60 in control group up to 90 days postpartum. The mean P4 concentration on the day of calving was low ( less than 1 ng/ml) in all the groups, which gradually increased to reach peak levels by day 40 in cyclic control (4.09±1.60 ng/ml), Ovsynch (1.70±0.80 ng/ml) and CIDR (1.68±0.47 ng/ml) and by day 20 in Ovsynch + CIDR (1.09±0.23 ng/ml) groups. Most of the cows turned into subestrous or anestrous condition between days 40 and 90 postpartum. The estrus induction response in Ovsynch, CIDR and Ovsynch + CIDR groups initiated at day 90-92 postpartum was 66.66, 83.33 and 50.00 per cent, respectively. The conception rates at induced estrus were 16.66, 33.33 and 16.66 per cent, and overall of 3 cycles 33.33 (2/6), 50.00 (3/3) and 33.33 (2/6) per cent, respectively. In normal cyclic control group, the conception rates at first cycle and overall of 3 cycles were 33.33 and 50.00 per cent. The mean plasma P4 (ng/ml) concentrations were significantly (P less than 0.05) higher on day 7 in Ovsynch (1.41 ±0.10), CIDR (4.92±0.83) and Ovsynch + CIDR (3.87±0.84) protocols as compared to their corresponding values on day 0 and day 9/10 (AI). The mean values of plasma P4 from days 20 to 40 post-AI were higher in conceived cows than in non-conceived cows of CIDR and Ovsynch + CIDR groups, compared to the animals in Ovsynch and normal cyclic groups. It is opined that the use of different protocols, mainly CIDR, may serve as an effective tool for induction and synchronization of estrus and improvement of conception rate in postpartum anestrous suckled Kankrej cows.
Receiver operating characteristic analysis of milk lactosefor identification of mastitis in buffaloes
Authors: Patbandha T. K. , Ravikala K. , Maharana B. R. , Pathak Rupal , Marandi S. , Gajbhiye P. U. , Mohanty T. K. , Malhotra R.
Published: August 2016

Receiver operating characteristic (ROC) analysis is a simple statistical tool used to classify a diagnostic indicator in terms of area under a ROC curve (AUC) and to develop potential threshold values of a diagnostic indicator. Milk lactose was analyzed by ROC analysis to see its accuracy to discriminate infected and healthy udder quarters, and to develope an optimum threshold value along with corresponding sensitivity (Se), specificity (Sp) and positive likelihood ratio (LR+) value. Data for the present study comprised of 1516 milk samples collected from Jaffrabadi buffaloes. Milk lactose was estimated by milk analyzer ‘LACTOSCAN’ and further samples were checked for sub-clinical mastitis by California mastitis test (CMT). The threshold values of milk lactose for identification of moderate and severe infection were found to be 5.31g% (Se, 58.82%; Sp, 58.28%) and 5.23g% (Se, 70.97%; Sp, 64.41%), respectively by ROC analysis. Milk samples with lactose content below 5.31g% were 1.41 times more likely come from moderately infected quarters (LR+ = 1.41); whereas, below 5.23g% were 1.99 times more likely come from severely infected quarters (LR+ = 1.99). The overall accuracy of milk lactose for discrimination of normal quarters from moderately infected quarters was 64% (AUC=0.64) and from severely infected quarters was 72% (AUC=0.72) (P<0.001). Thus, the present study indicated that milk lactose classified mastitic and healthy udder quarters in Jaffrabadi buffaloes with moderate accuracy.
Clinical studies on anal tumors in dogs
Authors: Kokila S. , Veena P. , Kumar R.V. Suresh , Srilatha Ch.
Published: August 2016

The anal and perianal region contains multiple structure and glands, some of which are unique to the area. Anal sacs or perianal sinuses are paired, lateral, cutaneous, anal diverticula lined by a cornified, stratified squamous epithelium. Dogs have apocrine tubular anal sac glands that open into the anal sacs. Perianal glands are modified sebaceous glands, they are referred as hepatoid glands, because of their histologic resemblance to hepatocytes. Incidence,symptoms and surgical and medical management of anal tumors was studied.
Participatory assessment of production threats, farmers’ desired traits and selection criteria of faba bean (Vicia faba L.) varieties: opportunities for faba bean breeding in Ethiopia
Authors: Tekalign1,2* Asnakech , Derera1 John , Sibiya1 Julia , Fikre1 Asnake
Published: August 2016

Faba bean (Vicia faba L.) is an important legume crop used as a major source of dietary protein for subsistence farmers and of foreign currency for Ethiopia. However, yields have remained low, thus threatening food security. The objectives of this study were to assess major threats to faba bean production, determine farmers’ varietal preferences and selection criteria, and assess farmers’ perceptions of faba bean diseases. Data were collected from 240 households through a survey and participatory rural appraisal methodology. Major threats to faba bean production were chocolate spot disease, which was a persistent problem in the Ethiopian highlands, and lack of improved seed. Many farmers ( greater than 85%) recognised symptoms of chocolate spot disease but had various names for it. Disease severity was associated with growing susceptible local landrace varieties which resulted in low yields (0.56 to 2.8 t ha-1). About 66.4% of the farmers preferred local landraces for their adaptability to the environment, tolerance to frost, early maturity, good food taste and straw yield, while improved varieties grown by 10% of the farmers were preferred for high grain yield and bigger grain size. Therefore, opportunities exist to improve the preferred landraces for yield and disease resistance through breeding.
Studies on root phenology, productivity and economics of wetland rice (Oryza sativa L.) as influenced by establishment methods and weed management practices
Authors: Islam* M. Mokidul , Kalita1 Durga Charan
Published: August 2016

A field experiment was conducted at farmers’ field in West Garo Hills district of Meghalaya, India during kharif 2010 and 2011 to study the root characteristics of rice under different establishment methods and integrated weed management practices. Results revealed that the length, volume and biomass of roots were higher in SRI method followed by ICM method than CRC system at physiological maturity stage during both the years of investigation. Hand weeding twice at 20 and 40 DAT followed by butachlor 50 EC@1.5 kg a.i.ha-1 at 3 DAT + mechanical weeding at 20 DAT recorded higher root parameters over unweeded control during both years of field study. Maximum grain yield of rice was recorded with SRI method of establishment followed by ICM. Among the weed management practices, hand weeding twice at 20 DAT and 40 DAT recorded significantly higher grain yield closely followed by butachlor 50EC@1.5 kg a.i. ha-1 at 3 DAT + one mechanical weeding at 20 DAT. The higher net profit and B:C ratio under SRI establishment method of wetland rice could be obtained with butachlor 50 EC@1.5 kg a.i. ha-1 at 3 DAT + mechanical weeding at 20 DAT followed by hand weeding twice at 20 and 40 DAT. In ICM higher grain yield was recorded with hand weeding twice at 20 and 40 DAT.
Genetic divergence for quality, yield and yield components in Yardlong bean [Vigna unguiculata (L.) Walp. ssp.sesquipedalis Verdc.]
Authors: Rambabu* E. , Reddy K. Ravinder , Kamala V. , Saidaiah P. , Pandravada S.R.
Published: August 2016

Genetic divergence among 41 commercial Yardlong bean genotypes was investigated to select the parents for hybridization using Mahalanobis D2 statistics. The genotypes fall into seven clusters. Cluster VI had the maximum (12) and cluster VII had the minimum (1) number of genotypes. The intra cluster D2 value ranged from 0.00 (Cluster II, III, VI, VII) to 121.69 (Cluster V). The cluster V had the maximum D2 value (121.692) followed by Cluster IV (77.305) and Cluster I (46.391). The inter cluster D2 values of the seven clusters revealed that highest inter cluster generalized distance (607.945) was between cluster V and cluster VII, while the lowest (15.917) was between cluster II and cluster III. Regarding relative contribution of different traits towards divergence, pod length (48.66%) contributed maximum followed by pod ascorbic acid content (20.00%), pod girth (12.20%) and 100 seed weight (12.20%) among Yardlong bean genotypes. Based on genetic distances and clustering pattern, the most divergent genotypes identified are IC-582859, NSJ-362, IC-582850, IC-582872, IC-582851 and IC-582829 from III, V, and VI clusters could be used as best parents on crop improvement programme to produce desirable segregants for yield and yield attributes in Yardlong bean.
A cladistic analysis of medical Astragalus penduliflorus Lam. complex (Leguminosae: Papilionoideae) in China and its taxonomic implications
Authors: Liu Xiaolin , Duan Lei , Chang Zhaoyang
Published: August 2016

To test the taxonomy of medical Astragalus penduliflorus complex and specific status of A. petrovii, eleven accessions (covering four species) in China were sampled herein for an AFLP study. A total of 346 informative polymorphic bands from eight primers pairs were obtained, dendrogram was generated using UPGMA analysis. The results indicated A. membranaceus is more morphologically and generically diverse than A. mongholicus on the populational level. Both of them and the former species A. minhensis were degraded as three varieties of A. penduliflorus. In the light of morphological and cladistic evidence, a new combination, A. penduliflorus ssp. mongholicus var. petrovii was proposed based on former species A. petrovii.
Soybean improvement through research in India and socio-economic changes
Authors: Sharma* Purushottam , Dupare B. U. , Patel Ram Manohar
Published: August 2016

Soybean research work in India which was intended towards yield improvement, biotic and abiotic stress management and food grade characteristics has resulted in 98 varieties notified with maximum yield potential of 4 t/ha which is an increase from 2.5 t/ha during the 1970s, resistant/tolerant to insects, pests and moisture stress as well as with higher nutritional characteristics. The yield index (yield of 1970-71=100) for soybean has increased to 318 since its introduction for commercial cultivation. The technology achievement index has increased from 100 in 1980-81 to 156.3 in 1999-2000 and 182 in 2010-11. The per hectare value of all crops output (at constant 2001-04 prices) increased 250 to 600 per cent in TE 2011-12 over TE 1971-72 in the districts with higher proportion of gross cropped area under soybean and also the per hectare value of output was higher in major soybean growing districts than the other districts with a few exceptions. Though, at present about 45 varieties exist in the seed-chain, however, only four varieties dominate the seed chain and account for about 95 per cent of the total soybean seed requirement in the country and 98 per cent of the seed availability. To bridge the continual increase in demand for edible oil and nutritional requirements, genetic improvement in soybean for attenuating major issues is required.
Flood Vulnerability Assessment in Northwestern Areas of Tehran
Authors: Tali Manijeh Ghahroudi ,   Faculty of Earth Science, Shahid Beheshti University Evin Avenue, Tehran, Iran, Tavakolinia Jamileh , Heravi Anita Majidi ,   ,,   Department of Geography, Payame Noor University, Tehran, Iran
Published: August 2016

Many factors affect the flood vulnerability of the northwestern areas of Tehran. Urban infrastructure and the development of urban areas in river basins have changed the natural drainage patterns in the region. This has resulted in flooding, inundation, and higher costs for urban maintenance. Tehran is located on the southern slopes of the Alborz mountain range and downstream from several basins. The expansion of the urban area into elevated areas has exposed the city to many disasters including flooding. Districts 2 and 5 in the northwestern area of Tehran are vulnerable to floods because of their close vicinity to expansive basins, a high proportion of construction projects, a high population and housing density, land use changes, the development of the urban areas in river basins, and the unsuitable exploitation of watercourses. This research used topographic, land use, climatic, and hydrometric data. Criteria were selected, weighted by an analytic hierarchy process, and combined by fuzzy functions to obtain a vulnerability map. To understand the significant factors, we applied water profiles and hydrographs to determine priorities through a multi-layer perceptron network. The final vulnerability map indicated that the most vulnerable areas are outside the urban lands near the river channels. The results also indicated that a combination of urban factors and drainage basin agents intensified the vulnerability of the study area. Although the near channel areas outside the urban areas are more vulnerable to flooding, other factors, including deteriorated fabric, curvature profile, and curvature, are significant in urban areas.
A Case Study on the Health Risks Related to Flood Disasters in South Africa
Authors: Tandlich Roman ,   Faculty of Pharmacy, Rhodes University P.O. Box 94, Grahamstown 6140, South Africa, Ncube Mbonisi , Khamanga S. M. M. , Zuma Bongumusa M. ,   ,,   Lugaju Innovations, East London, South Africa,   Biotechnology Innovation and Communication Centre, Rhodes University, South Africa
Published: August 2016

Floods occurred in the Ndlambe Local Municipality in South Africa in October 2012. During various stages of the post-disaster recovery, bacterial concentrations were measured in water and soil samples from the flood zone. All drinking water concentrations ofE. coliwere below 1–3 colony forming units per 100 millilitres (CFUs/100 mL). The flood waters contained between 46500 to more than 100000 CFUs/100 mL ofE. coli. {The concentrations ofSalmonellaspp. in the flood waters varied from 5000 to 250000 CFUs/100 mL. The presumptiveVibriospp. concentrations in flood waters ranged from 1000 to over 150000 CFUs/100 mL. {The soil concentrations forE. coliranged from 1 to above 330 colony-forming units per 1 g of soil dry weight (CFUs/g). The soil concentrations ofSalmonellaspp. varied from below 1 to 22 CFUs/g. The estimated airborne fungal concentrations ranged from 16820 to 28540 colony-forming units per 1 cubic meter. An outbreak of an infectious disease was recorded among the volunteers who assisted with the post-disaster recovery. The likely bacterial causative agents included strains ofAeromonasspp. andVibrio cholerae. Any human contact with either the contaminated flood waters or of flooded dwellings should only occur, if the individuals in questions are equipped with the full-body personal protective gear. Non-governmental stakeholders performed majority of the post-disaster recovery operations, as the local government could only cover 11% of the required costs. Applying sanitation funds to disaster recovery and increased use of the low-cost flood defence products in high risk areas could provide a solution for the future.
Field‐Scale Mapping of Soil Carbon Stock with Limited Sampling by Coupling Gamma‐Ray and Vis‐NIR Spectroscopy
Authors: Priori Simone , Fantappiè Maria , Bianconi Nadia , Ferrigno Giuseppe , Pellegrini Sergio , Costantini Edoardo A.C.
Published: August 2016

Core Ideas

Proximal sensors have been used for high‐detail mapping of soil C stock at field scale.

Laboratory Vis‐NIR spectroscopy allowed an increase in the number of data points.

Topsoil spatial variability maps were obtained using field gamma‐ray spectroscopy.

Only conventional laboratory analysis was used to calibrate the model (one sample/ha).

High‐precision mapping of important soil services, such as soil organic C stocks, is basic for monitoring the effects of different soil management regimes and the effectiveness of agricultural policies. Proximal soil sensing methods have been often used in the last decades to limit costs, field work, and time and to obtain reliable and accurate maps. We tested the combined use of two proximal sensors, visible–near‐infrared (Vis‐NIR) and passive γ‐ray spectrometers, to obtain highly detailed maps of C stocks of the topsoil (CS30, 0–30 cm) of nine pairs of fields in western Sicily using a limited number of sampling sites per field for traditional laboratory analysis (about one sample per hectare). Laboratory Vis‐NIR diffuse reflectance spectroscopy allowed the number of data points per field to be increased, at the same time reducing the costs for laboratory analysis. The predictive model had a coefficient of determination (R2) of 0.77 and an error (RMSE) of 0.67 kg m−2. Data points predicted by Vis‐NIR on the fine earth (<2 mm) and corrected for gravel content (CS30pred) were interpolated within each field using geographically weighted multiple regression and two sets of covariates: (i) digital elevation model derivatives, such as elevation, slope, plan and profile curvature, and topographic wetness index; and (ii) elevation and γ‐ray total counts maps. Validation of 36 independent data points showed that the second method provided greater accuracy than the first. In particular, residual prediction deviation (RPD) showed a mean value of 2.19; however, three pairs of fields showed high error and low RPD. This methodology provides a cost‐effective tool to interpolate C stocks within arable fields, limiting laboratory analysis. The accuracy of the CS30pred maps allows monitoring of the effects of agricultural management and/or soil erosion on the soil C pool.
Photochemical quantum efficiency of Aspidosperma pyrifolium (Mart) and Poincianella pyramidalis (Tul.) L. P. Queiroz in an area of semiarid tropics (Soledade City, Paraíba, Northeast Brazil)
Authors: Costa Júnior Everaldo Oliveira , Silva-Oliveira Érica Caldas , Moura Juliana Christina Machado de , Melo Thonny Hill Lima
Published: August 2016

An analysis of biomonitoring quantum efficiency Aspidosperma pyrifolium (Mart.) and Poincianella pyramidalis (Tul.) L. P. Queiroz, was measured between 2012 and 2013 in order to understand possible strategies of survival for species under extreme drought conditions in Soledade City, semiarid region of Paraíba. Three leafs of the middle portion of randomly arranged in three individuals and populations exposed to intense light, a total of nine replicates per population were chosen. The values of quantum efficiency in P. pyramidalis recorded an increase in July (0.652), August (0.785) and September (0.667) of 2012, in response to increased local precipitation occurred in June of 2012. Similar response was observed in the A. pyrifolium which showed mean values of 0.745 in August and 0.685 in September of the same year. P. pyramidalis showed greater resistance to water stress, with values of quantum efficiency (0.712), in December of 2012, compared to A. pyrifolium (0.353). The plant species exhibit a seasonal response to water deficit experienced to the study period.
ANALYSIS OF THE EMERCOM STAFF’S PSYCHOLOGICAL STABILITY WITH STANDARDIZED MULTIFACTOR METHOD OF PERSONALITY RESEARCH (SMPR)
Authors: Nikolovskaya N. A. , Nevzorov B. P. , Fadeyev Yu. A.
Published: August 2016

The paper demonstrates some results of researching the psychological stability of EMERCOM staff under stress. It features statistics on how different factors in emergency conditions influence EMERCOM staff of different age categories. It is noted that emotional lability depends on the experience and knowledge in a particular field and may decrease at the age of 40 – 50. Experimental data and multifaceted analysis have shown that mine rescue brigade 50-plusers can suffer serious psychological changes that have to be taken into consideration at job assignment.
SUBJECTIVITY OF THE FORMED PERSONALITY IN RESPECT OF SELF-DEVELOPMENT
Authors: Frizen M. A.
Published: August 2016

The approaches to the essence of development and self-development understanding are considered in the article. The emphasis is laid on the internal activity of the personality as a factor of its development (self-determination). The key conditions of development and self-development are considered, namely, apprehension by the individual of the necessity of development/self-development and opportunities for their implementation. The idea of designing of the activity contexts accumulating the subjective activity of the formed personality aimed at self-development is expressed. The role of the age crises causing a shift of a semantic marking of the world in self-development activation is discussed. The problematics of the subjective activity of teenagers and young men in respect of self-development is considered in the ratio with the acceptance of existential responsibility for it by them.
DETERMINANTS OF PERSONAL MATURITY IN OLDER AGES
Authors: Kholodtseva E. L. , Рortnova A. G.
Published: August 2016

The purpose of the paper is to analyse the problem of personal maturity in old age in the context of active ageing and self-realization. The existence of the correlation between activity in old age and personality characteristics of maturity is proved. The authors describe the characteristics of personal maturity in older men and women. Determinants of personal maturity in later older are both age-sex characteristics and parameters of the personal and social activities.
RUSSIAN AND SERBIAN PHRASEOLOGICAL UNITS: EXPERIENCE OF COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS
Authors: Dzonic V.
Published: August 2016

This paper is devoted to identification of specific characteristics of Russian and Serbian phraseological units. The author considers the phraseological units from structural and semantic aspect and pays special attention to the national and cultural component of the studied units, which cause the greatest difficulties for foreigners. Identification of the given component is carried out by linguocultural analysis of components of phraseologicaly related word combinations. The material of research was comprised based on data from lexicographical dictionaries of Russian and Serbian languages. The phraseological units – toponyms are reviewed as a separate group and are, in the author’s opinion, bearers of rich linguoculturological information. The author identifies three main sources of imagery of these units: characteristics of the geographical position of the object; important historical and cultural events, as well as prominent historical figures, which brought fame to the region; lifestyle and crafts of local residents. The analysis allowed the author to identify specific national and cultural characteristics of a number of Russian and Serbian toponyms. This work is of an applied nature. Results of the study can be used in the teaching the Russian language as second Slavic language.
ANDRONOVO CERAMICS OF BOLSHOY LOG-I SETTLEMENT AT IN THE SOUTH OF WESTERN SIBERIA
Authors: Leontieva D. S. , Rakhimzhanov S. Zh.
Published: August 2016

The paper analyzes ceramics from Bolshoy Log-I settlement, located in the south of Western Siberia. The data of technical and technological analysis are presented. The research revealed the use of different material sources and different kinds of feedstock: silty and natural ferruginated clays. The recipes for molding masses were identified. The most common recipe was «feedstock + chamotte + organics» and «feedstock + chamotte + organic solution».

During the study of vessels morphology, two forms were revealed – jars and pots. Vessels were ornamented mainly by stamping or dragging. The most common frieze types are vertical herringbone, flutes and grooves. Meander and triangle patterns are less common, which distinguishes these vessels from funeral vessels. Ornamentation and technology of Bolshoy Log-I ceramics are similar to the ceramics from Kargat-6 settlement near Barabynsk, which leads to the suggestion about Adronovo population migration from Tobolsk region, and their leaving the Kargat-6 and Bolshoy Log-I sites.
THE HISTORY OF FORMATION OF ENTOMOLOGICAL COLLECTIONS IN THE MUSEUMS OF KEMEROVO REGION
Authors: Polevod V. A.
Published: August 2016

Collections of insects in the museums are a part of natural heritage. Their preservation presents complexity, but is relevant for scientific, educational and exposition tasks. The history of entomological researches in the territory of Kemerovo region is described, the problem of discrepancy of data in references on stories of collecting entomological material to the maintenance of museum entomological collections in the region is analyzed.

The generalizing research on existence and history of completing of entomological collections in the Region’s museums was never carried out earlier. 6 museums with such materials, the collections of the Department of Zoology and Ecology of Kemerovo State University and a number of private collections were revealed. Also detailed description of large collections of Kemerovo State University (materials of the Museum, the Department of Zoology and Ecology) and the Kemerovo Regional Museum of Local Lore is provided for the first time. The example of particular collections allowed observing the general regularity of merge of private collections with museum funds. Unambiguous leadership of of Kemerovo State University collections in quantity of units of storage and their importance is established. They are actively used and involved in research, educational, exposition and exhibition life of the University and the Region (with active support of private collections).
SÍNDROME PIOGRANULOMATOSA ESTÉRIL IDIOPÁTICA EM GATO DOMÉSTICO (Felis catus): RELATO DE CASO
Authors: Petroneto Brenda Saick , Calegari Bruna Fernandes , Soares Elaine Da Silva , Almeida Thiago Oliveira de , Silva Maria Aparecida da
Published: August 2016

O piogranuloma estéril caracteriza-se por lesões dermatológicas de aspecto granulomatosopiogranulomatoso principalmente na região da cabeça, região periocular, ponte nasal, pavilhão auricular e região plantar das patas. A patogenia de tal afecção ainda não foi elucidada, mas acredita-se tratar-se de uma síndrome imunomediada. Raramente descrita na espécie felina, e pouco frequente na espécie canina, as lesões são comumente em forma de placas, nódulos ou pápulas, e sua diversidade de apresentações dificulta a diferenciação com as neoplasias cutâneas. Objetivou-se com este estudo relatar o caso de um felino doméstico (Felis catus) fêmea, sem raça definida com quatro anos de idade, que apresentou a síndrome piogranulomatosa estéril idiopática. O animal foi atendido no Hospital Veterinário da Faculdade Multivix – Castelo, e ao exame físico constatou-se lesões na narina esquerda com alopecia e eritema, além de região central ulcerada, de aproximadamente três centímetros de diâmetro, rodeada por outras pequenas lesões de menor diâmetro também ulceradas e indolores, foi coletado material para análise histopatológica e processado de acordo com a técnica de rotina para coloração em hematoxilina-eosina e em ácido periódico de Schiff para avaliar possível infecção fúngica.
EFFECT OF CRESCENT INCLUSION OF SUNFLOWER CAKE IN LAMB DIETS IN FEEDLOT: PERFORMANCE AND CHARACTERISTICS OF CARCASS
Authors: Silva Dinnara Layza Souza da , Braga Alexandre Paula , Lima Júnior Dorgival Morais de , Costa Wirton Peixoto , Amâncio Antônia Vilma Ferreira , Braga Zilah Cláudia Alves da Costa
Published: August 2016

This study aimed to evaluate the inclusion sunflower cake (Hellianthus annuus L.) in diets of feedlot sheep. It was used 20 crossbred Santa Inês lambs, intact males, initial body weight of 17 ± 1.4 kg and 120 days of age were confined for 70 days. The diets were constituted by grass hay, grain ground corn, soybean meal, mineral salt and increasing inclusions of sunflower cake (0, 15, 30 and 45%). At the end of the feedlot period, the animals were slaughtered. The average daily gain and body weight were not affected (P> 0.05) by the inclusion of sunflower cake. However, the dry matter intake was a linear increase (P
Barriers to Office-Based Mental Health Care and Interest in E-Communication With Providers: A Survey Study
Authors: Rai Minnie , Vigod Simone N , Hensel Jennifer M
Published: August 2016

Background

With rising availability and use of Internet and mobile technology in society, the demand and need for its integration into health care is growing. Despite great potential within mental health care and growing uptake, there is still little evidence to guide how these tools should be integrated into traditional care, and for whom.

Objective

To examine factors that might inform how e-communication should be implemented in our local outpatient mental health program, including barriers to traditional office-based care, patient preferences, and patient concerns.

Methods

We conducted a survey in the waiting room of our outpatient mental health program located in an urban, academic ambulatory hospital. The survey assessed (1) age, mobile phone ownership, and general e-communication usage, (2) barriers to attending office-based appointments, (3) preferences for, and interest in, e-communication for mental health care, and (4) concerns about e-communication use for mental health care. We analyzed the data descriptively and examined associations between the presence of barriers, identifying as a social media user, and interest level in e-communication.

Results

Respondents (N=68) were predominantly in the age range of 25-54 years. The rate of mobile phone ownership was 91% (62/68), and 59% (40/68) of respondents identified as social media users. There was very low existing use of e-communication between providers and patients, with high levels of interest endorsed by survey respondents. Respondents expressed an interest in using e-communication with their provider to share updates and get feedback, coordinate care, and get general information. In regression analysis, both a barrier to care and identifying as a social media user were significantly associated with e-communication interest (P=.03 and P=.003, respectively). E-communication interest was highest among people who both had a barrier to office-based care and were a social media user. Despite high interest, there were also many concerns including privacy and loss of in-person contact.

Conclusions

A high burden of barriers to attending office-based care paired with a high interest in e-communication supports the integration of e-communication within our outpatient services. There may be early adopters to target: those with identified barriers to office-based care and who are active on social media. There is also a need for caution and preservation of existing services for those who choose not to, or cannot, access e-services.
A novel numerical method for heat equation
Authors: He Yun , Li Haibin
Published: August 2016

A neural network computation is proposed to solve a heat equation, and an
example is given to elucidate its simulation efficiency. The algorithm
developed in this paper can be used as a paradigm for many other numerical
applications.
On fractal space-time and fractional calculus
Authors: Hu Yue , He Ji-Huan
Published: August 2016

This paper gives an explanation of fractional calculus in fractal space-time.
On observable scales, continuum models can be used, however, when the scale
tends to a smaller threshold, a fractional model has to be adopted to
describe phenomena in micro/nano structure. A time-fractional
Fornberg-Whitham equation is used as an example to elucidate the physical
meaning of the fractional order, and its solution process is given by the
fractional complex transform.
An analysis of heat conduction in polar bear hairs using one-dimensional fractional model
Authors: Zhu Wei-Hong , Zhang Shao-Tang , Li Zheng-Biao
Published: August 2016

Hairs of a polar bear are of superior properties such as the excellent
thermal protection. The polar bears can perennially live in an extremely cold
environment and can maintain body temperature at around 37 ?C. Why do polar
bears can resist such cold environment? Its membrane-pore structure plays an
important role. In the previous work, we established a 1-D fractional heat
conduction equation to reveal the hidden mechanism for the hairs. In this
paper, we further discuss solutions and parameters of the equation
established and analyze heat conduction in polar bear hairs.
A mathematical model for the blown bubble-spinning and stab-proof of nanofibrous yarn
Authors: Dou Hao , Wang Ping , Zhang Yan , Liu Hong-Yan , Sun Qi-Long , Ren Zhong-Fu
Published: August 2016

Blown bubble-spinning is a one-step process for fabrication of nanofibrous
yarns. A mathematical model is established to adjust spinning velocity. Due
to high friction among nanofibers, the obtained yarns are extremely
suitable for stab-proof fabrics.
Diffusion of single oxidation pond
Authors: Song Ruo-Yuan , Qian Yong-Fang , Zheng Lai-Jiu , Zhao Yu-Ping , Wang Xiao , Wei Ju
Published: August 2016

The hydraulic characteristic of an oxidation pond was studied by the tracer
experiment, and an empirical formula of Peclet number was obtained, which can
be well applied to the model of plug flow reactor with longitudinal
diffusion.
A bimodal temom model for particle Brownian coagulation in the continuum-slip regime
Authors: He Qing , Li Jin , Kong Tingting , Xie Mingliang
Published: August 2016

In this paper, a bimodal Taylor-series expansion moment of method is proposed
to deal with Brownian coagulation in the continuum-slip regime, where the
non-linear terms in the Cunningham correction factor is approximated by
Taylor-series expansion technology. The results show that both the number
concentration and volume fraction decrease with time in the smaller mode due
to the intra and inter coagulation, and the asymptotic behavior of the larger
mode is as same as that in the continuum regime.
Numerical study on aerodynamic heat of hypersonic flight
Authors: Huang Haiming , Xu Jing , Xie Weihua , Xu Xiaoliang
Published: August 2016

Accurate prediction of the shock wave has a significant effect on the
development of space transportation vehicle or exploration missions. Taking
Lobb sphere as the example, the aerodynamic heat of hypersonic flight in
different Mach numbers is simulated by the finite volume method. Chemical
reactions and non-equilibrium heat are taken into account in this paper,
where convective flux of the space term adopts the Roe format, and
discretization of the time term is achieved by backward Euler algorithm. The
numerical results reveal that thick mesh can lead to accurate prediction, and
the thickness of the shock wave decreases as grid number increases.
Furthermore, most of kinetic energy converts into internal energy crossing
the shock wave.
Numerical simulation of the air flow field in the foreign fiber separator
Authors: Chen Ting , Yang Kang , Wu Li-Li
Published: August 2016

The air flow field of a foreign fiber separator is simulated numerically.
Effects of design parameters such as the nozzle diameter and entrance width
of the noil box on the air velocity along nozzle axis, turbulence intensity,
and jet deflection distance are studied. Larger nozzle diameters and larger
entrance widths of the noil box are advantageous to the elimination of
foreign fibers. The results provide a theoretical basis for the design of
foreign fiber separators.
Variable-number tandem-repeat analysis of leptospiral DNA isolated from canine urine samples molecularly confirmed to contain pathogenic leptospires
Authors: Harkin Kenneth R. , Hays Michael P.
Published: August 2016

OBJECTIVE To use variable-number tandem-repeat (VNTR) analysis to determine the infecting serovar and strain for leptospiral DNA isolated from canine urine samples confirmed through PCR testing to contain pathogenic leptospires and to evaluate the sensitivity and specificity of microscopic agglutination testing (MAT) for identifying the infecting serogroup.

DESIGN Diagnostic survey and test evaluation.

SAMPLE Leptospiral DNA isolated from urine samples from 98 dogs confirmed through PCR testing to have pathogenic leptospires in their urine.

PROCEDURES VNTR analysis of DNA isolates was performed to identify the infecting leptospiral serovar and strain by use of primer pairs for the loci 4, 7, 10, and Lb5. Eighteen pathogenic and 2 saprophytic leptospiral serovars were used as reference strains for VNTR analysis. Results of MAT were compared with those of the PCR assay and VNTR analysis to determine the sensitivity and specificity of MAT for diagnosing leptospirosis and identifying the infecting serovar at various reciprocal titers.

RESULTS VNTR analysis identified Leptospira kirschneri serovar Grippotyphosa strain DF as the most common infecting serovar in dogs (78/98 [80%]). Thirteen unique VNTR patterns could not be identified by comparison with the Leptospira reference strains used. The MAT had a maximum sensitivity of 41% and a specificity of 100% for identifying Grippotyphosa as the infecting serogroup.

CONCLUSIONS AND CLINICAL RELEVANCE Findings confirmed the importance of Leptospira serovar Grippotyphosa among dogs in the United States. Serologic testing had poor sensitivity for identifying the infecting serogroup, and conclusions about emerging serogroups should be cautiously interpreted when serologic data are reported.
Use of a Boari flap and renal descensus as treatment for proximal ureteral rupture in a cat
Authors: Gordo Inês , Mestrinho Lisa A. , Minderico Maria M. , Leal Nuno M. , Hamaide Annick J.
Published: August 2016

CASE DESCRIPTION A 6-year-old neutered male domestic shorthair cat was evaluated because of signs of abdominal pain and anuria of 12 hours' duration after vehicular trauma.

CLINICAL FINDINGS Lethargy, mydriasis, bradycardia, abdominal distension, and signs of pain on abdominal palpation were observed. Abdominal ultrasonography revealed moderate urinary bladder distension without evidence of free abdominal fluid; hematologic evaluation revealed leukocytosis with high BUN and serum creatinine concentrations.

TREATMENT AND OUTCOME The patient was hospitalized, medical stabilization was attempted, and an indwelling urinary catheter was placed. Urinary output was < 1 mL/kg/h (< 0.45 mL/lb/h), and signs of abdominal pain persisted despite treatment. The next day, ultrasonographic examination revealed fluid in the retroperitoneal space, and ureteral rupture was suspected. Exploratory laparotomy confirmed retroperitoneal fluid accumulation; a large hematoma surrounded the right kidney and perirenal structures. An abdominal drain was placed to aid patient stabilization. Three days later, IV pyelography revealed rupture of the proximal part of the right ureter. Ureteroneocystostomy was performed with elongated cystoplasty through a Boari flap and caudal transposition of the right kidney (renal descensus). On follow-up examination 18 months after treatment, the cat was free of clinical signs, and results of ultrasonography, CBC, and serum biochemical analysis were unremarkable.

CLINICAL RELEVANCE Results suggested that a Boari flap procedure with renal descensus could be a feasible alternative in the management of proximal ureteral rupture in cats, but research is needed in this area.
Growth and Consequences
Authors: Abbott J. Haxby
Published: August 2016

In response to the growth of JOSPT, Editor-in-Chief J. Haxby Abbott introduces 3 new Associate Editors to the JOSPT Editorial Board, and announces the promotion of 1 outstanding Editorial Board member to an Editor role.

J Orthop Sports Phys Ther 2016;46(8):610–612. doi:10.2519/jospt.2016.0111