bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The importance of early neurorehabilitation in the recovery of post-vaccination Guillain-Barre syndrome – a case report
Authors: Sava Mihai , Catană Maria-Gabriela , Roman-Filip Corina
Published: July 2019

Abstract
Guillain-Barre syndrome (GBS) is the most common cause of acute flaccid paralysis worldwide, having an incidence of about 1/100,000 across several studies in a number of countries. We present the case of a 60-year-old female patient, with known hypertension, admitted to our department for paresthesia and muscle weakness predominantly in the distal upper and lower limbs. Symptomatology had an acute onset after 14 days from influenza vaccine administration. Lumbar puncture revealed CSF glucose (91 mg/dl), CSF protein (0.508 g/l) and no pleocytosis. Electromyography supported the presumptive diagnosis of polyradiculoneuritis. The patient underwent three sessions of double filtration and the final diagnosis was Guillain-Barre polyradiculoneuritis secondary to influenza vaccination. Approximately 80% of patients with polyradiculoneuritis recover completely within a few months to one year; however, 5-10% of these patients experience one or more recurrences. It should be emphasized that acute-phase rehabilitation must start immediately and include an individualized program of gentle strengthening, and manual resistive and progressive resistive exercises.
Key words: polyradiculoneuropathy, influenza vaccine, neurorehabilitation,
Non Cystic Fibrosis Bronchiectasis-new clinical approach, management of treatment and pulmonary rehabilitation
Authors: Maierean Anca , Alexescu Teodora Gabriela , Ciumarnean Lorena , Motoc Nicoleta , Chis Ana , Ruta Maria Victoria , Dogaru Gabriela , Aluas Maria
Published: July 2019

Abstract Non-Cystic Fibrosis Bronchiectasis (NCFB) are characterised by abnormal, permanently damaged and dilated bronchi due to the innapropiate clearence of various microorganisms and recurrent chronic infections.The diagnosis is suggested by the clinical presentation and is confirmed by multiple investigations. There are some comorbidities associated with bronhciectasis, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), cardiovascular disorders, gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD), psychological illnesses, pulmonary hypertension, obstructive apnea syndrome(OSA). The condition has a substantial socioeconomic impact because it requests a multidisciplinary management and periods of exacerbations are common. The aims of the management of bronchiectasis are to reduce symptoms (such as sputum volume and purulence, cough and dyspnea), reduce the frequency and severity of exacerbations, preserve lung function and improve health-related quality of life. The multidisciplinary approach of bronchiectasis patients require along with the medical treatment, a specific plan of nonphamarcological strategies, including balneological intervention. There are a lot of techniques improving the airway clearence, such as: active cycle of breathing techniques (which include breathing control, thoracic expansion exercises, forced expiratory technique), oscilatting possitive expiratory pressure, autogenic drainage, gravity-assisted-positioning, modified postural drainage. Together with specific medication, these techniques can diminuate symptoms and improve the quality of life. Key words: NCFB, airway clearence, physiotherapy,
How do I track Cardiac Rehabilitation in my patient with ischemic heart disease using Strava
Authors: Moldovan Oana , Deak Balasz , Bian Alin , Gurzau Diana , Frangu Florina , Martis Alexandru , Caloian Bogdan , Comsa Horatiu , Cismaru Gabriel , Pop Dana
Published: July 2019

Abstract
Cardiac rehabilitation is a program which reduces morbidity and mortality in patients with ischemic heart disease. However only some European centers provide these programs for patients diagnosed with cardiac ischemia. Therefore home-based programs were developed for cardiac rehabilitation. Strava is a social network developed to track activities of running and cycling both in athletes and individuals searching for recreation and sport activities. In our work we present an approach based on Strava tracking to improve the quality of cardiac rehabilitation. Real-time monitoring of heart rate, steps per minute and speed during recreational or competitive activities can be used to increase physical capacity in individuals with ischemic heart disease.
Key words: cardiac rehabilitation, Strava, ischemic heart disease, home-based,
Pharmacological pain management in patients with chronic hepatic disease
Authors: Irsay László , Checiches Alexandra , Perja Dănuț , Borda Ileana Monica , Dogaru Gabriela , Ungur Rodica , Ciubean Alina , Ciortea Viorela
Published: July 2019

Abstract
The liver has a central role in the pharmacokinetics (absorption, distribution, elimination, etc.) of drugs. With hepatic insufficiency, the metabolism of drugs decreases, which accumulates metabolically or toxic active products. Some medicines can aggravate a pre-existing liver disease. Medicines used in this group of patients (especially diuretics and centrally acting preparations) can often cause impaired renal function or hepatic encephalopathy. The general principles of assessment, pain management and analgesia should be prescribed taking into account the Word Health Organization (WHO) recommendations for these patients, with careful and frequent monitoring of patient progress during treatment administration.

Key words: hepatotoxicity, hepatic dysfunction, cirrhosis, pain medication,
Young patients with myocardial infarction – particularities of cardiovascular rehabilitation
Authors: Anchidin Ovidiu , Pop Dana
Published: July 2019

Abstract Acute coronary syndromes (ACS) are one of the main causes of morbidity and mortality in the world. It affects people in the middle and late-life, but the biggest psycho-social and financial impact is among the active young population. After the acute event they have to return to work and to their families for which they represent the principal support. Besides medication and prompt revascularization therapies, cardiac rehabilitation (CR) has an important role in regaining most of the initial physical and psychological state. Despite the proved benefit of the CR, referral and participation rate is very low, suggesting that there is more to do in this old but very underappreciated field. Key words: acute coronary syndromes, myocardial infarction, young, cardiac rehabilitation, secondary prevention,
Is segmental muscle strength recovery different in patients with dominant versus non-dominant hemispheric ischemic stroke?
Authors: Fodor Dana Marieta , Mutter Ingrid , Stănescu Ioana Cristina , Fodor Marius , Bulboaca Angelo , Perju Dumbravă Lăcrămioara
Published: July 2019

Abstract
Introduction & objectives: Starting from the well-known functional hemispheric asymmetry and concomitantly, from the clinical findings of practitioners involved in the post-stroke rehabilitation process, the aim of this study was to evaluate whether ischemic stroke in the dominant hemisphere results in more severe initial motor deficit and if its motor recovery is decreased compared to that of the non-dominant hemisphere.
Material and method: This was a retrospective study, comprising 39 patients with ischemic stroke in the middle cerebral artery territory, divided into two groups depending on the hemispheric location of the lesion (left/right). They were evaluated for their segmental muscle strength using the Medical Research Council Muscle Strength Grading Scale, both in terms of initial value and evolution between two successive admissions.
Results and conclusions: No significant difference was found for motor deficit evaluated on the occasion of the first admission between patients with left-side stroke and those with right-side stroke. Motor recovery was more obvious proximally in the paretic limbs, but without statistical significance.
Key words: hemispheric dominance, functional laterality, stroke, motor rehabilitation,
Functional outcome after symtomatic internal carotid artery occlusion
Authors: Stanescu Ioana , Bulboaca Angelo , Fodor Dana , Dogaru Gabriela
Published: July 2019

Abstract Internal carotid artery occlusion accounts for 15-20% of ischemic strokes, caused by atherosclerosis or dissection. Clinical symptoms are variable, from asymptomatic cases to minor or severe strokes. Diagnosis in internal carotid artery (ICA) occlusion is based on imaging techniques. Prognosis after ICA occlusion depends on many factors: severity of neurologic deficit, spontaneous recanalization of the artery, and the occurrence of recurrent strokes. Patients with spontaneous recanalization of the occluded ICA tend to have a retained functional ability and favorable clinical outcomes. Medical treatment, recanalization techniques and intensive rehabilitation program are essential in improving functional outcome of patients with stroke produced by ICA occlusion. We present the case of a young patient diagnosed with ischemic stroke produced by internal carotid artery occlusion, with consecutive severe neurologic deficit, and an unfavorable functional outcome, as evaluated with the Modified Rankin Scale. Spontaneous recanalization of the occluded ICA was observed after 6 weeks, suggesting a carotid dissection. The patient was included in an intensive rehabilitation program, associated with best medical therapy, showing improvement of its functional status at 3 months follow up. Key words: ischemic stroke, carotid artery occlusion, carotid dissection, spontaneous recanalization, functional outcome,
Collaborative platform development in nutrition as support for cardiovascular patients’ rehabilitation
Authors: Sitar-Tăut Dan-Andrei , Sitar-Tăut Adela-Viviana , Mican Daniel , Cozma Angela , Orăşan Olga Hilda , Mureşan Crina , Suharoschi Ramona , Negrean Vasile , Sampelean Dorel , Vulturar Romana , Zdrenghea Dumitru Tudor , Pop Dana , Dogaru Gabriela , Dădârlat Alexandra , Fodor Adriana
Published: July 2019

Abstract
Introduction. Enrollment of patients with cardiovascular disease in rehabilitation programs may contribute to implementation of a healthy lifestyle, including by promotion of a diet adequate for each patient’s profile. In this context, the current study is aimed at creating a traffic light system model allowing to obtain the development, innovation and diversification of menus and to improve the nutritional programs for this category of patients. Material and method. Based on the data provided by USDA Food Composition Databases, the composition in terms of different nutritive principles was determined for each ingredient and for each final menu. Comparison of menus depending on each nutritive principle, as well as comparison between menus and nutrient requirements according to indications for patients attending cardiovascular rehabilitation programs was made. Results. The traffic light system was developed, using color codes, comparing daily nutrient requirements with preparations’ content. Conclusions. The major benefit of the traffic light system would reside in the fact that starting from classic menus, an intervention on these can be achieved, and healthier, more nutritionally balanced models can be created, according to healthy nutrition principles. These new menus will be calorically and nutritionally adapted for patients attending cardiovascular rehabilitation programs.
Key words: nutrition, rehabilitation, traffic light system,
Left ventricular diastolic dysfunction in diabetes mellitus and the therapeutic role of exercise training
Authors: Albu Adriana , Para Ioana
Published: July 2019

Abstract
Left ventricular diastolic dysfunction (LVDD) with normal ejection fraction is considered common among people with diabetes mellitus (DM). LVDD is a progressive condition and an independent predictor of mortality in diabetic patients. The etiopathogenesis of LVDD is multifactorial, including diabetes associated comorbidities, such as hypertension, coronary atherosclerosis and obesity, as well as myocardial vascular and metabolic disturbances which lead to diabetic cardiomyopathy. Early stages of LVDD may be detected using echocardiographic techniques. Treatment strategies evolve, based on a better understanding of pathogenic mechanisms, although it is still difficult to efficiently control LVDD evolution. This review synthesizes the main pathophysiological processes and clinical features that characterize DM associated LVDD. Among treatment options, the therapeutic relevance of exercise training programs is underlined.
Key words: diabetes mellitus, left ventricular diastolic dysfunction, physical training,
Geothermal water for health state improvement: randomised controlled study
Authors: Rapolienė Lolita , Gedrimė Lina , Razbadauskas Artūras , Skarbalienė Aelita
Published: July 2019

Abstract
Introduction. Aim: to evaluate the effect of geothermal water of different mineralization on health state improvement.
Material and method. A randomized controlled single blinded parallel groups interventional study was performed. 250 participants were divided into 5 groups: 3 balneotherapy (20, 40 and 60 g/l total mineralization), 1 tap water, and 1 control group. Hydrotherapy was carried out on an outpatient on everyday basis for 5 days a week over a 2-week period. The main effect on health state was measured using SHSQ-25 questionnaire after 2 weeks and each month during 3-month follow-up period. Examination by a physician and common blood and urine tests were done after the treatment period.
Results and discussions. After a 2-week treatment, participants receiving all types of hydrotherapy showed a significant therapeutic response compared to the control group, especially in fatigue and mental state subcategories. The biggest total health enhancing effect after therapy was in seen in 40 g/l group, followed by 20 g/l group. The smallest effect was seen in tap water group. The most significant post-therapy effect during 3 months was given by 40 g/l procedures. Health self-rating after 2 weeks improved significantly only in geothermal water groups and lasted 2-3-month post-treatment. 2 weeks of balneotherapy had significant impact on Er, MCV, MCH, MPV, Eo, Tr, urine SG, and pH. According to the physician’s assessment, the best results after 2 weeks were in 20 g/l group, but 40 and 60 g/l water procedures gave more residual effect.
Conclusions. The geothermal water of 40 g/l total mineralization has the best positive effect for health enhancement after 2 weeks and during 3-month period. 20 g/l water gives fast and short- term health effect, while 40-60 g/l water has long-lasting effect on health status.
Key words: health status, balneotherapy, geothermal water, hydrotherapy,
Balneotherapy treatment for patients suffering from low back pain
Authors: López Pablo Cheza
Published: July 2019

Abstract Nowadays, a significant number of people experience low back pain during his lifetime. The causes are not clear at all, but several studies attribute this musculoskeletal disease to economical and psychosocial factors. Among all the treatments proposed, this study focuses in balneotherapy. The search in Medline Database through PubMed, PEDro and Cochrane Library, has yielded some interesting results. Consulted bibliography show that balneotherapy may be effective in the treatment of low back pain, but there are not so many correctly-designed studies to affirm this fact with evidence. Key words: balneotherapy, low back pain, medicinal water, mud therapy,
Tyrosinase Inhibitory Effect, Antioxidant and Anticancer Activities of Bioactive Compounds in Ripe Hog Plum (Spondias Pinnata) Fruit Extracts
Authors: Patathananone Supawadee , Daduang Jureerut , Koraneekij Amonrat , Li Chia-Ying
Published: July 2019

The usage of ripe hog plum fruit (Spondias pinnata) extracts in cosmetics and food products, including cancer therapeutic agents, have a few studies. Herein, the strong anti-tyrosinase activity found in the extracted part of isopropanol is reported. This extract was separated by liquid/liquid extraction using hexane: methanol+H2O. The hydrophilic layer (6A*) exhibited the anti-tyrosinase, antioxidant, and anticancer activities in vitro. The IC50 value of each bioactivity was presented as approximately 0.18, 0.04, and 1.40 mg/ml, respectively. In addition, 6A* fraction showed a very low cytotoxic effect in normal fibroblast cells (NHDF cells). The bioactive agents in 6A* were purified by C18 reverse-phase High-Performance Liquid Column Chromatography (HPLC). The 12 purified peaks were shown in the chromatogram profile. All peaks (excepted 6A-06 and 6A-09) displayed anti-tyrosinase activity, whereas the antioxidant property was not found in 6A-01, 6A-06, and 6A-08 but was represented in other peaks. Most purified peaks were indicated to be the aromatic alcohol or derivative phenol compounds.
Calculation of Gas-Phase Gibb’s free Energy Changes of Some Small Molecules with Monte Carlo, DFT (MPW1PW91), Composite (CBS-QB3), Gaussian-n (G1, G2) and Gaussian Modified (G2MP2) Methods
Authors: Liton Muhammad Abul Kashem , Nuruzzaman Md. , Helen Sabrina
Published: July 2019

A set of 74 small molecules was employed to generate a quantitative structure-property relationship (QSPR) model for predicting gas-phase Gibb’s free energy changes (ΔGgas) on the simplified molecular input line entry system (SMILES). To obtain the models, the Monte Carlo method (MCM) was applied to calculate the descriptors. The best proposed model of them provides an excellent statistical result of r2 = 0.9866, q2 = 0.9857, s = 2.48 and F = 4346 for the training set, and r2 = 0.9340, q2 = 0.8418, s = 5.80, F = 149 for the test set. Consequently, the gas-phase Gibb’s free energy changes were also calculated in DFT (MPW1PW91/6-311+G(2d,2p)), CBS-QB3, G1, G2 and G2MP2 methods which showed a very good agreement with experimental values.
Kneeling ability after total knee replacement
Authors: Wylde Vikki , Artz Neil , Howells Nick , Blom Ashley W.
Published: July 2019

Kneeling ability is consistently the poorest patient-rated outcome after total knee replacement (TKR), with 60–80% of patients reporting difficulty kneeling or an inability to kneel. Difficulty kneeling impacts on many activities and areas of life, including activities of daily living, self-care, leisure and social activities, religious activities, employment and getting up after a fall. Given the wide range of activities that involve kneeling, and the expectation that this will be improved with surgery, problems kneeling after TKR are a source of dissatisfaction and disappointment for many patients. Research has found that there is no association between range of motion and self-reported kneeling ability. More research is needed to understand if and how surgical factors contribute to difficulty kneeling after TKR. Discrepancies between patients’ self-reported ability to kneel and observed ability suggests that patients can kneel but elect not to. Reasons for this are multifactorial, including knee pain/discomfort, numbness, fear of harming the prosthesis, co-morbidities and recommendations from health professionals. There is currently no evidence that there is any clinical reason why patients should not kneel on their replaced knee, and reasons for not kneeling could be addressed through education and rehabilitation. There has been little research to evaluate the provision of healthcare services and interventions for patients who find kneeling problematic after TKR. Increased clinical awareness of this poor outcome and research to inform the provision of services is needed to improve patient care and allow patients to return to this important activity.

Cite this article: EFORT Open Rev 2019;4:460-467. DOI: 10.1302/2058-5241.4.180085
Film
Authors: Dickerson Alexis , Nielsen Andrew P.
Published: July 2019

Black Panther (2018) USA Director Ryan Coogler Runtime 135 minutes

Three Billboards in Bruges, Missouri: McDonagh Comes Stateside Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri (2017) USA Director Martin McDonagh Runtime 115 minutes
Review
Authors: Perteghella Manuela
Published: July 2019

One Hundred Years of Futurism: Aesthetics, Politics and Performance, John London (ed.) (2017) Bristol and Chicago: Intellect and The University of Chicago Press, 288pp., ISBN 978-1-78320-842-5, h/bk £74.00, p/bk, £30; ISBN 978-1-78320-841-8, e/bk, £70.00
Martha Graham’s Letter to the World: A dance adaptation of Emily Dickinson
Authors: Simonari Rosella
Published: July 2019

Letter to the World is a choreography Martha Graham created in 1940 and revised in 1941. It is dedicated to Emily Dickinson, one of her favourite poets. However, it is not a biographical account, but an introspective work, that, in Graham’s words, investigates the New England poet’s ‘inner landscape’. The protagonist is split into two: the One Who Dances who performs the most demanding dance phrases and the One Who Speaks, who utters lines from Dickinson’s poems and letters. The other characters embody emanations of the poet’s personality. The main narrative rotates around the struggle between the One Who Dances and the Ancestress, who embodies the poet’s Puritan tradition and death. The combination of dances and spoken lines provides a unique portrait of the poet.

In this article, I intend to analyse Letter to the World as a dance adaptation of Emily Dickinson. The method through which I will conduct my analysis consists of cultural and dance history, adaptation and narrative theory. First, I will focus on the notion of dance adaptation itself; then, I will present a reconstruction of the piece and proceed to explore the material Graham consulted for her work; after this, I will analyse it in terms of narrative highlighting the way the dances and spoken lines contribute to shaping it; I will conclude with a reflection on the reasons that brought Graham to focus on Dickinson.
Cruelty, tenderness and anger: Ensuring the Women of Trachis speak to our times
Authors: Bush Sophie
Published: July 2019

At a time when the vocality of women’s anger seems particularly pertinent, this article examines two contemporary adaptations of Sophocles’ Women of Trachis, both of which draw our attention to the abused and traditionally mute character of Iole. Timberlake Wertenbaker’s 1999 radio adaptation, Dianeira, illustrates dramatically the perils of keeping Iole silent, whilst Martin Crimp’s 2004 stage adaptation, Cruel and Tender, imagines the result of giving her a voice. This article considers how both plays resonate with the gendered and international conflicts of the contemporary world.
ВОЛОНТЕРСКОЕ ДВИЖЕНИЕ В СИСТЕМЕ ПРОТИВОДЕЙСТВИЯ ЭКСТРЕМИЗМУ И ИДЕОЛОГИИ ТЕРРОРИЗМА В ОБРАЗОВАТЕЛЬНЫХ УЧРЕЖДЕНИЯХ
Authors: Мазуров Валерий Анатольевич , Стародубцева Мария Александровна
Published: July 2019

Рассматриваются различные аспекты роли волонтерского движения в системе противодействия экстремизму и идеологии терроризма в образовательных учреждениях России на примере высших учебных заведений Алтайского края. Волонтерское движение выступает одним из важных институтов гражданского общества, оно является вариантом самоорганизации граждан для достижения социально полезной цели. В статье речь идет о формах волонтерского движения, связанных с деятельностью по профилактике идеологии экстремизма и терроризма в молодежной среде. Важность функционирования таких форм обусловлена необходимостью всемерного и всестороннего противодействия названным социально негативным явлениям. Одно государство, при всех его широких возможностях, не способно в условиях развития современных технологий успешно противостоять деструктивным идеям, особенно если речь идет о демократическом, а не о тоталитарном государственном режиме. На уровне ранней профилактики преступности экстремистской и террористической направленности в молодежной среде определяющую роль играют сами молодежные организации. Причем чем более самостоятельными, так сказать, низовыми, они будут, тем больший эффект должна дать их деятельность. Поэтому авторы высоко оценивают роль добровольческого, волонтерского движения в его различных формах в системе противодействия идеологии экстремизма и терроризма в образовательных учреждениях.
The long-run and short-run impacts of investment, export, money supply, and inflation on economic growth in Indonesia
Authors: Kurniasih Erni Panca
Published: July 2019

The development of investment and export in Indonesia as well as money supply shows an increase, while the inflation rate shows a decline. Yet, this is not always followed by the increase of economic growth. This study aims to explain the relationship between investment, export, money supply and inflation with the economic growth in Indonesia. It used time-series data from the first quarter in 2001 to the fourth quarter in 2014 and were analyzed using multiple regression models with Error Correction Model (ECM) and classical assumptions. It showed that in short-run, there are significant effects of investment and export on economic growth while money supply and inflation do not have significant effects. This study also found that in in long-run, there are significant effects of investment, export, money supply and inflation on the economic growth in Indonesia. Bank Indonesia should apply a tight money policy consistently to achieve the long-run inflation target
Feasibility study for a full-service independent hotel: a case study in hotel x Bandung, Indonesia
Authors: Saepudin Pudin , Putra Fajar Kusnadi Kusumah , Adrian I Gusti Agung Wahyu
Published: July 2019

The purpose of this study was to show the implementation of feasibility study for the hotel project by using Political, Economic, Social, and Technological (PEST) analysis, Porterâ€™s five forces and Resource-Based View (RBV). A case study was conducted in a full-service independent four-star hotel project in Bandung, Indonesia. This study used a direct observation from the researchers in the hotel project and secondary data analysis from related documents to support the investigation. Finally, It also used capital budget calculation for recommendation for the feasibility of the hotel project. It showed that apparently the hotel X investment is feasible to proceed. Some recommendations are given for hotel owners related to the business environment analysis and in creating a feasibility study specifically design for the hotel business. Managerial implication of this study can be useful for companies in making the right decisions in the development or expansion, and to minimize the long-term losses. Limitation of this research is in only analyzing one hotel in a four-star classification; further analysis can be applied in different location, classification, and different types of hotel service.
The effects of competence, independence, audit work, and communication on the effectiveness of internal audit
Authors: Setyaningrum Dyah , Kuntadi Cris
Published: July 2019

The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of competence, independence, audit work and communication on internal audit effectiveness. This research is still relevant due to lacking in internal audit function as there are still many corruption cases, especially in the Ministries/Agencies. This is a quantitative research using questionnaires distributed to the auditors in Inspectorate General of the Ministry of Transportation as respondents.Â  Inspectorate General of the Ministry of Transportation is one of the institutions with IACM level 3 (integrated) in Indonesia. It showed that competence, communication, and audit work have positive effect on internal audit effectiveness, while independence has no effect on internal audit effectiveness. It implies that the auditors should be equipped with the audit technical competence as well as non-technical competencies relevant with their audit area. Audit work from planning, implementation and post-audit should always comply with audit standard. Effective oral and written communication between the auditor and the auditee should also be enhanced in form of audit reports to the follow-up of audit recommendations. Independence in this study does not affect the effectiveness of the internal audit, because independence is fact is main requirement when conducting audit.
PENERAPAN KONSEP SUPLY CHAINS MANAGEMENT DALAM PENGEMBANGAN POLA DISTRIBUSI DAN WILAYAH PEMASARAN UMKM DESA KRAMBILSAWIT
Authors: Muhfiatun Muhfiatun , Rudi Nugraha Muh
Published: July 2019

This research aims to formulate development strategies and regional distribution pattern of Small Medium Enterprises (SME) marketing Village Krambilsawit. Low productivity and the narrowness of the region of product marketing, requires that SMEC Village Krambilsawit doing repairs ranging from upstream to downstream processes. The use of the concept of supply chain management, where very precise in order to resolve the problems occurred at Krambilsawit village of SME. In this study researchers using qualitative and quantitative research methods. Data obtained from the results of the direct interview to the perpetrators of the SMEC Village Krambilsawit. As for the methods of analysis used to formulate policy that is by using SWOT analysis. From this research that the results obtained in order to develop patterns of distribution and marketing SME Krambilsawit Village area required the presence of revamping the Groove Commerce SMEC, i.e. by implementing two levels or three levels of chanel to expand network marketing. The implications of the end, the author hopes this research could be a reference in developing patterns of distribution and marketing of SME Krambilsawit Village.[Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk merumuskan strategi pengembangan pola distribusi dan wilayah pemasaran UMKM Desa Krambilsawit. Rendahnya produktifitas serta sempitnya wilayah pemasaran produk, mengharuskan UMKM Desa Krambilsawit melakukan perbaikan mulai dari proses hulu ke hilir. Penggunaan konsep supply chain management, dirasa sangat tepat guna menyelesaikan permasalahan yang terjadi pada UMKM Desa Krambilsawit. Dalam penelitian ini peneliti menggunakan metode penelitian kualitatif dan kuantitatif. Data diperoleh dari hasil waawancara secara langsung kepada pelaku UMKM Desa Krambilsawit. Adapun metode analisis yang digunakan guna merumuskan kebijakan yaitu dengan menggunakan analisis SWOT. Dari penelitian ini diperoleh hasil bahwa guna mengembangkan pola distribusi dan wilayah pemasaran UMKM Desa Krambilsawit maka diperlukan adanya pembenahan alur tata niaga UMKM, yakni dengan menerapkan two level chanel atau three level chanel guna memperluas jaringan pemasaran. Implikasi akhir, penulis berharap penelitian ini bisa menjadi acuan dalam mengembangkan pola distribusi dan wilayah pemasaran UMKM Desa Krambilsawit.]
Pourquoi Lukács ? (N. Tertulian, 2016)
Authors: Bouffard Alix
Published: July 2019

Recensé : Nicolas Tertulian, Pourquoi Lukács ?, Paris, Éditions de la Maison des sciences de l’homme, 2016, 382 p.
Circulación y recepción de la teoría del “capitalismo académico” en América Latina
Authors: Brunner José Joaquín , Labrana Julio , Ganga Francisco , Rodríguez-Ponce Emilio
Published: July 2019

En las últimas décadas, la teoría del capitalismo académico ha ganado creciente relevancia como un enfoque para comprender la evolución reciente de los sistemas de educación superior. El presente artículo analiza la recepción de la teoría del capitalismo académico en América Latina. Con este fin, se exponen los principios conceptuales de esta aproximación y sus críticas en la literatura especializada. A continuación, se observa en detalle la recepción latinoamericana de este enfoque, prestando especial atención a su utilización para el análisis de los sistemas de educación superior de la región. Basándose en este análisis, se argumenta que el uso latinoamericano de la teoría del capitalismo académico aparece débil tanto en términos cuantitativos como cualitativos, aprovechándose a menudo para criticar el estado de los sistemas de educación superior antes que para avanzar en su comprensión. El artículo cierra con un resumen y enuncia líneas posibles de investigación.
Projetos DINTER: Contribuição para a expansão do Sistema Nacional de Pós-Graduação no Brasil
Authors: Moraes Flávia Melissa Souza , Schetinger Maria Rosa Chitolina
Published: July 2019

Este artigo investiga a influência dos projetos interinstitucionais de doutorado (DINTER) na expansão do Sistema Nacional de Pós-Graduação no Brasil. Esses projetos representam uma flexibilização do sistema de pós-graduação. Neles, uma instituição de graduação denominada promotora oferece uma turma do seu curso stricto sensu para outra instituição, receptora. Para tal, primeiro foram analisados os projetos aprovados em três diferentes editais, CAPES-SETEC e Novas Fronteiras, que vigoraram de 2007 a 2009, e o edital nº 13, publicado em 2011. Segundo, verificou-se entre 2009 e 2016 quais instituições receptoras criaram um novo curso de pós-graduação na mesma área do projeto anteriormente aprovado. Adicionalmente, para corroborar a relação de influência, foram observadas as informações prestadas anualmente pela instituição promotora durante a vigência do DINTER, e da instituição receptora, após esta criar o seu próprio curso.Os resultados apontam direta contribuição desses projetos para qualificação docente na criação de novos programas de pós-graduação, o que justifica a política pública em análise.
𝔇⊥-parallel normal Jacobi operators for Hopf hypersurfaces in complex two-plane Grassmannians with generalized Tanaka–Webster connection
Authors: Pak Eunmi , Suh Young Jin
Published: July 2019

We study classifying problems for real hypersurfaces in a complex two-plane Grassmannian G
2(ℂ
m+2). In relation to the generalized Tanaka–Webster connection, we consider a new concept of parallel normal Jacobi operator for real hypersurfaces in G
2(ℂ
m+2) and prove that a real hypersurface in G
2(ℂ
m+2) with generalized Tanaka–Webster 𝔇⊥-parallel normal Jacobi operator is locally congruent to an open part of a tube around a totally geodesic quaternionic projective space ℍPn
in G
2(ℂ
m+2), where m = 2n.
Global well-posedness of nonlinear wave equation with weak and strong damping terms and logarithmic source term
Authors: Lian Wei , Xu Runzhang
Published: July 2019

The main goal of this work is to investigate the initial boundary value problem of nonlinear wave equation with weak and strong damping terms and logarithmic term at three different initial energy levels, i.e., subcritical energy E(0) < d, critical initial energy E(0) = d and the arbitrary high initial energy E(0) > 0 (ω = 0). Firstly, we prove the local existence of weak solution by using contraction mapping principle. And in the framework of potential well, we show the global existence, energy decay and, unlike the power type nonlinearity, infinite time blow up of the solution with sub-critical initial energy. Then we parallelly extend all the conclusions for the subcritical case to the critical case by scaling technique. Besides, a high energy infinite time blow up result is established.
Certified reference material against PR3 ANCA IgG autoantibodies. From development to certification
Authors: Monogioudi Evanthia , Sheldon Joanna , Meroni Pier Luigi , Hutu Dana Petronela , Schimmel Heinz , Zegers Ingrid
Published: July 2019

Background

The importance of the standardisation of immunoassays for autoantibodies has been widely discussed. The appropriate use of certified reference materials (CRM) could contribute to a more accurate diagnosis and follow-up of a series of diseases such as small vessel-associated vasculitis. This is a systemic autoimmune disorder during which two autoantibodies can be present, MPO ANCA IgG and PR3 ANCA IgG. Results from different commercially available immunoassays used for PR3 ANCA IgG measurement can vary significantly. Therefore the potential for improvement using a suitable certified reference material was assessed and led to the development of a CRM.

Methods

Thirty clinical samples were evaluated using 10 immunoassays. The correlation between results from these assays was assessed in a pairwise manner. Feasibility studies were conducted in order to find a reference material format most suitable for the preparation of a CRM.

Results

The evaluation of two sets of 30 clinical samples with 10 assays showed that differences between assays can result in different interpretations for individual clinical samples. Most of the samples had the same result classification in all assays. However, six of the samples tested led to inconsistent results.

Conclusions

The correlation between results from clinical samples was systematically good for combinations of eight of those assays. Therefore, it should be possible to improve the comparability of results using a commutable CRM for calibration. Based on these studies, a final format for the CRM was selected and eventually produced and certified for its PR3 ANCA IgG content.
Comparison of five automated urine sediment analyzers with manual microscopy for accurate identification of urine sediment
Authors: Cho Jooyoung , Oh Kyeong Jin , Jeon Beom Chan , Lee Sang-Guk , Kim Jeong-Ho
Published: July 2019

Background

While the introduction of automated urine analyzers is expected to reduce the labor involved, turnaround time and potential assay variations, microscopic examination remains the “gold standard” for the analysis of urine sediments. In this study, we evaluated the analytical and diagnostic performance of five recently introduced automated urine sediment analyzers.

Methods

A total of 1016 samples were examined using five automated urine sediment analyzers and manual microscopy. Concordance of results from each automated analyzer and manual microscopy were evaluated. In addition, image and microscopic review rates of each system were investigated.

Results

The proportional bias for red blood cells (RBCs), white blood cells (WBCs) and squamous epithelial cells in the automated urine sediment analyzers were within ±20% of values obtained using the manual microscope, except in the cases of RBCs and WBCs analyzed using URiSCAN PlusScope and Iris iQ200SPRINT, respectively. The sensitivities of Roche Cobas® u 701 and Siemens UAS800 for pathologic casts (73.6% and 81.1%, respectively) and crystals (62.2% and 49.5%, respectively) were high, along with high image review rates (24.6% and 25.2%, respectively). The detection rates for crystals, casts and review rates can be changed for the Sysmex UF-5000 platform according to cut-off thresholds.

Conclusions

Each automated urine sediment analyzer has certain distinct features, in addition to the common advantages of reducing the burden of manual processing. Therefore, laboratory physicians are encouraged to understand these features, and to utilize each system in appropriate ways, considering clinical algorithms and laboratory workflow.
Evaluating the Performance of Newly Integrated Model in Nonlinear Chemical Process Against Missing Measurements
Authors: Mickel Vivianna Maria , Yeo Wan Sieng , Saptoro Agus
Published: July 2019

Application of data-driven soft sensors in manufacturing fields, for instance, chemical, pharmaceutical, and bioprocess have rapidly grown. The issue of missing measurements is common in chemical processing industries that involve data-driven soft sensors. Locally weighted Kernel partial least squares (LW-KPLS) algorithm has recently been proposed to develop adaptive soft sensors for nonlinear processes. This algorithm generally works well for complete datasets; however, it is unable to cope well with any datasets comprising missing measurements. Despite the above issue, limited studies can be found in assessing the effects of incomplete data and their treatment method on the predictive performances of LW-KPLS. To address these research gaps, therefore, a trimmed scores regression (TSR) based missing data imputation method was integrated to LW-KPLS to formulate trimmed scores regression assisted locally weighted Kernel partial least squares (TSR-LW-KPLS) model. In this study, this proposed TSR-LW-KPLS was employed to deal with missing measurements in nonlinear chemical process data. The performances of TSR-LW-KPLS were evaluated using three case studies having different percentages of missing measurements varying from 5 % to 40 %. The obtained results were then compared to the results from singular value decomposition assisted locally weighted Kernel partial least squares (SVD-LW-KPLS) model. SVD-LW-KPLS was also proposed by incorporating a singular value decomposition (SVD) based missing data treatment method into LW-KPLS. From the comparative studies, it is evident that the predictive accuracies of TSR-LW-KPLS are superior compared to the ones from SVD-LW-KPLS.
A tribute to Professor Alex H Johnstone (1930–2017)
Authors: Reid Norman
Published: July 2019

In a symposium at the Warsaw ECRICE meeting in Warsaw in September 2018, the enormous contribution made by the late Professor Alex H Johnstone was celebrated and the impact he made exemplified by contributions from recent research. This paper summarises his unique contribution to chemistry education research.
Chemical LTD, but not LTP, induces transient accumulation of gelsolin in dendritic spines
Authors: Hlushchenko Iryna , Hotulainen Pirta
Published: July 2019

Synaptic plasticity underlies central brain functions, such as learning. Ca2+ signaling is involved in both strengthening and weakening of synapses, but it is still unclear how one signal molecule can induce two opposite outcomes. By identifying molecules, which can distinguish between signaling leading to weakening or strengthening, we can improve our understanding of how synaptic plasticity is regulated. Here, we tested gelsolin’s response to the induction of chemical long-term potentiation (cLTP) or long-term depression (cLTD) in cultured rat hippocampal neurons. We show that gelsolin relocates from the dendritic shaft to dendritic spines upon cLTD induction while it did not show any relocalization upon cLTP induction. Dendritic spines are small actin-rich protrusions on dendrites, where LTD/LTP-responsive excitatory synapses are located. We propose that the LTD-induced modest – but relatively long-lasting – elevation of Ca2+ concentration increases the affinity of gelsolin to F-actin. As F-actin is enriched in dendritic spines, it is probable that increased affinity to F-actin induces the relocalization of gelsolin.
The mediating role of difficulties in emotion regulation on attachment styles of adolescents with conduct disorders
Authors: Yaghoubipoor Mojtaba , Seyed Bagheri Seyed Hamid , Khoshab Hadi
Published: July 2019

Adolescence is a period of achieving emotion regulation skills. One of the main responsibilities of adolescents is to learn adaptive emotion regulation and personal autonomy. The purpose of this study was to investigate the mediating role of difficulties in emotion regulation in the attachment styles of adolescents with conduct disorders. This was a cross-sectional and correlational study. The study consisted of 105 adolescent residing in detention centers in the southeast of Iran using multi-stage random sampling. Data were collected using various questionnaires such as the Inventory of Parents and Peer Attachment-Revised (IPPA-R), the Difficulties of Emotion Regulation Scale (DERS), and the Strength and Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQ). Information was analyzed using path analysis. The results show parental attachment and difficulties in emotion regulation significantly contribute to the prediction of conduct problems. A sense of alienation causes conduct disorders through disturbance in emotional regulation, but trust and communication with parents are only indirectly related to conduct disorders by disturbances in emotional regulation. As attachment is closely correlated with emotional regulation and difficulties in emotion regulation also lead to the conduct disorders, it is suggested to train emotion regulation in adolescents and their families with the aim of shaping relationships that will lead to the formation of a secure attachment style in the child.
Electromyographic analysis of upper trapezius, abductor pollicis longus and abductor pollicis brevis during smartphone use in different positions among young male and female subjects
Authors: Irshad Nida , Raza Shahid , Moiz Jamal Ali , Mujaddadi Aqsa , Bhati Pooja
Published: July 2019

Background

Smartphone use has increased tremendously in recent times and there are various adverse musculoskeletal consequences associated with its use. Alteration in the activation patterns of muscles in certain positions may be the reason behind the development of musculoskeletal disorders in smartphone users; however, it has not been thoroughly investigated by the existing literature.

Objectives

To investigate the electromyographic (EMG) activity of upper trapezius (UT), abductor pollicis brevis (APB) and abductor pollicis longus (APL) during smartphone use in three different positions (standing, sitting on the chair and sitting cross legged on the floor) in young male versus female subjects.

Methods

Twenty-six young male (age: 23.77 ± 2.47 years) and 26 young female (age: 22.45 ± 2.32 years) smartphone users were recruited from Centre for Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Sciences, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, India. EMG activity of UT, APB and APL muscles was examined using surface electrodes during a smartphone task in three different positions, i.e. standing, sitting on a chair, sitting cross-legged on the floor. The smartphone task consisted of typing English quotations for 20 s 3 times with a rest period of 10 s between each quotation and a 5-min interval between each position, respectively.

Results

EMG activity of the UT muscle was found to be significantly reduced when sitting on a chair as compared to standing (p < 0.001) and sitting cross-legged (p = 0.008) during smartphone use. APB and APL muscle activity were not significantly different between the three positions (p > 0.05). Moreover, the activation patterns of these muscles did not differ in male and female subjects (p > 0.05).

Conclusion

The present study demonstrates that the UT muscle is least activated when sitting on chair as compared to standing and sitting cross-legged during smartphone use. Moreover, the activity of neck and thumb muscles does not vary significantly between male and female subjects during smartphone use in different positions. As UT muscle activation significantly varies with the position of smartphone use, thus, the position adopted during smartphone use should be taken into consideration and the position which causes least strain on muscles, i.e. sitting on the chair should be adopted.