bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Levels of Cytokines in Gingival Crevicular Fluid during Rapid Maxillary Expansion and the Subsequent Retention Period
Authors: Topal Sıla Çağlayan , Tuncer Burcu Balos , Elgun Serenay , Erguder Imge , Ozmeric Nurdan
Published: February 2019

Objective: To monitor the effects of rapid maxillary expansion (RME) on bone metabolic activities during and after 3 months of retention. Study Design: Fifteen patients with a mean age of 12.9 ± 0.6 years were treated with a bonded expansion device, activated 2 turns per day. The retention period was 3 months. Clinical periodontal parameters were recorded at baseline and after retention. Gingival crevicular fluid (GCF) samples were collected from maxillary first molars from the compression sides at baseline, then at 1 and 10 days and after retention. Tension side samples were obtained at baseline and after retention. Interleukin-1beta (IL-1β), transforming growth factor beta1 (TGF-β1), prostaglandin E2 (PGE2) and nitric oxide (NO) levels were specifically measured. Results: Periodontal parameters increased significantly after retention relative to baseline values. Levels of IL-1β, TGF-β1 and PGE2 increased on day 10, and decreased after retention on the compression side. NO levels were elevated on day 10, and remained higher after retention on the compression side. Tension side cytokine levels remained higher relative to baseline values after retention. Conclusions: The results of this study indicate the importance of ongoing adaptive bone activities after 3 months of retention with RME, which should be considered questionable as an effective retention period.
Effect of Virtual Reality Distraction on Pain and Anxiety During Dental Treatment in 5 to 8 Year Old Children
Authors: Shetty Vabitha , Suresh Lekshmi R , Hegde Amitha M
Published: February 2019

Objective: This study was aimed at assessing the impact of Virtual Reality (VR) distraction technique on pain and anxiety in 5–8-year-old children, during short invasive dental procedures. Study design: 120 children, aged 5–8 years, scoring less than 25 on the SCARED questionnaire, scheduled to undergo short invasive dental procedures, were randomly divided into a control (without VR distraction) and study group (with VR distraction) of 60 each. State anxiety levels were assessed in the children from both groups using revised version of Modified Child Dental Anxiety Scale, before and after dental treatment. Pain perceived during treatment was assessed using Wong Baker Faces pain rating scale at the end of treatment. Salivary cortisol levels were also assessed before, during and after the dental procedure, in all children. Results: We observed a significant reduction in pain perception and state anxiety in children, using VR distraction (p<0.001, p=0.002). The decrease in salivary cortisol levels was significantly greater in children using VR distraction (p<0.001). Conclusion: Virtual Reality distraction can be used as a successful behavior modification method in children undergoing short invasive dental treatments.
Maternal Knowledge of Oral Health of Children Aged 1–4 Years
Authors: Dagon Nurit , Ratson Tal , Peretz Benjamin , Blumer Sigalit
Published: February 2019

Introduction. Knowledge of oral health (KOH) among mothers has an important influence on their children's oral habits and routines. Lack of maternal KOH had been related to the development of early childhood caries among preschool children. Aim. To assess KOH among mothers of 1–4 year-olds. Study design. Participating mothers completed a 3-part questionnaire on general demographic information, KOH of their children, and ranking of six food items according to their cariogenic potential. Results. Most of the 285 participating mothers had an academic education. Only 47% of the mothers correctly answered seven questions on KOH. The dentist was the main source for KOH. Most of the mothers (94.39%) were aware of the need to brush their children's teeth twice daily. Most of them (72.29%) did not know the correct fluoride concentration in their child's toothpaste. They ranked salty snacks as the least cariogenic food item. Most of the mothers were not aware that snacks and sweetened drinks should be consumed during meals, and two-thirds reported tasting food from their child's spoon. Conclusion. Overall, mothers of toddlers lacked basic knowledge of oral health issues and practices to follow for the prevention of their children's caries.
A Pathognomonic Case of Isolated Acute Right Ventricular Infarction
Authors: Cortese Francesca , Ciccone Marco Matteo , Clemente Michele , Calculli Giacinto
Published: February 2019

Isolated right ventricular infarction occurs only in about 3% of the overall myocardial ischemic episodes. Clinical presentation is often insidious and variable case by case. The correct diagnosis is therefore crucial for a proper management, and a good prognosis in the short and long term. It is based on the integration of clinical, electrocardiographic, and echocardiographic data. The revascularization strategy is the first line therapy. The involvement of the right ventricle determines an increased risk of death during hospitalization, on the other hand, the long-term prognosis is good. Our case report shows a case of isolated right ventricular infarction with ST segment elevation in right precordial leads, presenting with pathognomonic clinical and physio-pathological findings.
Structural Analysis of Relevant Parameters of Coastal Line Zadar-Preko: Trends and Optimization Possibilities
Authors: Toman Ivan , Kos Serđo , Brčić David
Published: February 2019

In the proposed paper, structural analysis of relevant parameters of the maritime coastal line ZadarPreko (Croatia) was conducted. Passenger and vehicle traffic are observed during a three-year period. Based on the official data processing, parameters of the existing line capacity utilization are determined on a monthly basis. The passenger and vehicle turnover is presented as well as the utilized and nonutilized carrying capacities of the line. The highly seasonal nature of the turnover is emphasized as a result of tourist season, including the discussion on the line unprofitability for the shipping company which is directly due to the seasonality. In this connection, the need for a Government grant is further discussed with a view to maintaining sufficient carrying capacities and line frequency. For further research, a conceptual system is suggested to be based on computer simulations aimed at optimizing the operation of the terminal.
Idiosyncrasies of Sports Law in Sailing Regattas
Authors: Pajković Moreno
Published: February 2019

The aim of this paper is to outline a segment of lex sportiva that is grounded in the idiosyncrasies of the internal rules of the hearing procedure in sports sailing whereby the fundamental principles and concepts of sports law as well as the bodies involved in the process of forming sports law are being analysed. For this purpose, the general notion of sailing, its theoretical systematization and the basic features of its sports variant will be presented, in the context of which the organization, rules and regulations will be considered i.e. basic documents including the fundamental legal principles of sports law represented in the relevant sport, all of which for the purpose of re-establishing the sports law, its concept and nature i.e. its potentially interdisciplinary character. To this extent, the re-establishment of sports law and its specific features will be highlighted particularly through appropriate examples of court and arbitration practices as well as the specific rules of sports sailing, part of which are also the rules on the hearing procedure which will be roughly presented and thereby their compliance with the fundamental principles of sports law will be accordingly analysed.
¿Cómo interpretan los niños de primaria prácticas experimentales relacionadas con el concepto de densidad?
Authors: Torres Nidia Yaneth , Montenegro Camilo Andres
Published: February 2019

Este artículo hace parte de un proyecto de investigación sobre el uso de la ciencia recreativa en la educación infantil, cuyo objetivo fue promover una mayor motivación en la comprensión de los conceptos básicos de las ciencias naturales. En este trabajo se describe el desarrollo de prácticas experimentales sobre el concepto de densidad en un grupo de 35 estudiantes de segundo y tercero de primaria en una institución educativa de Duitama, Colombia. Para ello, se utilizaron secuencias de experimentos sobre dicho concepto. Los resultados indican que los niños relacionan el concepto de densidad con términos como pegajoso, elástico o viscoso. Estas características reflejan la observación macroscópica de los niños sobre las experiencias. Pero, a medida que avanza el desarrollo de los experimentos, se asocian otros términos, como pesado, liviano, flotar y hundir. Este aspecto permite verificar cómo los niños añaden nuevos conocimientos a sus propias concepciones y asocian la práctica experimental con cosas que ellos conocen. Lo anterior indica que los niños aplican su conocimiento previo a cosas observadas y esto los lleva a aprender nuevas relaciones causales. Así mismo, el estudio refleja que posibilitar experiencias prácticas de laboratorio en la educación infantil incide en actitudes positivas hacia el aprendizaje de las ciencias.
La biopedagogía: una mirada reflexiva en los procesos de aprendizaje
Authors: Devia-Cárdenas Jose Agustin
Published: February 2019

El propósito del artículo es promover la reflexión sobre la biopedagogía como una propuesta para visibilizar las nuevas realidades educativas, resultado de diferentes acontecimientos sociales, así como propiciar el avance hacia la tercera cultura y una episteme humanizadora que permita la vinculación del conocimiento a la vida por medio de la percepción del ser vivo, es decir, donde se pueda sentir, comunicar, razonar y construir un mundo posible para todos. El desafío de la biopedagogía es alcanzar, a través de la biología del amor y la ternura, procesos de aprendizaje complejos, holísticos, legítimos y autoorganizados. Esto se logrará si la comunicación, el lenguaje y el diálogo permiten que nuevos aprendizajes surjan en el sujeto, respondan a la transformación en la comprensión de lo real y logren profundizar en la forma como nos relacionamos con el planeta. Esperamos que el ser humano desarrolle un lenguaje de autoorganización, incertidumbre y riesgo, y pueda resolver situaciones a través de vías alternativas desde un universo de bioaprendizajes y pedagogías, que podrían convertirse en el paradigma emergente.
Pedagogía y construcción de conocimiento autónomo
Authors: Triana-Ramírez Alba Nidia
Published: February 2019

Se hace una reflexión crítica acerca de la fundamentación pedagógica para la formación de un investigador autónomo, ético y político, basada en la realidad social y contextual de América Latina. Para ello, se parte de la siguiente pregunta: ¿cuál podría ser la fundamentación pedagógica para la formación de un investigador autónomo, a partir de la ética social y la política? Se hizo una revisión bibliográfica y se establecieron puntos críticos y propuestas alternativas que brindan posibilidades de fundamentación pedagógica para la formación de investigadores en ciencias sociales y de la educación. Es importante resaltar cómo las propuestas alternativas pedagógicas para América Latina han aportado elementos críticos desde la praxis a la educación, con fuertes vínculos hacia lo político, porque ven allí una utopía permanente para la transformación y el cambio orientado hacia el desarrollo de la autonomíay la independencia.
PENGEMBANGAN E-LEARNING MELALUI MODUL INTERAKTIF BERBASIS LEARNING CONTENT DEVELOPMENT SYSTEM
Authors: Rodiawati Heni , Komarudin Komarudin
Published: February 2019

This study aims to produce teaching materials in the form of e-learning mathematics through interactive module based learning content development system on the material of building a flat side space. This research method is research and development (R&D) based on Sugiyono model that limits to 7 steps that are potential and problem, gather information, product design, product validation, product revision, product trial, and product revision. The feasibility of an interactive module based on a material expert is included in the “Very Decent” category with a percentage score of 82,83%. The media expert’s assessment of this interactive module belongs to the “Very Decent” category with a percentage score of 82,625%. The assessment of linguists to the media is included in the “Very Decent” category with a percentage score of 96%. In a small-scale trial at SMPN 6 Kotabumi it obtained a percentage score of 85,625%, in SMPN 11 Kotabumi scored 87,71%, and in SMP Hang Tuah Kotabumi scored 84,375%, these results place an interactive module on the “Very Interesting” criteria. In large-scale trials in the three schools scored 84,5%, 89,61%, dan 88,61% with the criteria of “Very Interesting.”
PENGEMBANGAN LEMBAR KERJA SISWA DENGAN PENDEKATAN SAINTIFIK BERBASIS KEMAMPUAN PEMECAHAN MASALAH
Authors: Septina Nora , Farida Farida , Komarudin Komarudin
Published: February 2019

The current study is a development research aiming to produce scientific-approach student worksheets which is based on mathematical problem solving ability. Borg and Gall development model modified by sugiyono is utilized in this study. Questionnaire is given to experts to find out the feasibility of the product and to learners and educators to know the attractiveness of the product. The results of the study indicates that the assessment of the experts is very feasible (83% of material experts, and 85% of media experts), the response of learners and educators is very interesting (88% small group trial, 89% field trials and 88% educator test) .
IMPLEMENTASI KURIKULUM 2013 PADA MATA PELAJARAN PENDIDIKAN AGAMA ISLAM BERDASARKAN KMA NOMOR 165 TAHUN 2014 DI MADRASAH
Authors: Mulabbiyah Mulabbiyah
Published: February 2019

The current research intends to clarify (1) the implementation of the two-thousand-and-thirteen curriculum for Islamic Education at Primary Islamic Schools of Mataram, including three aspects of learning, such as planning, teaching, and assessment, and (2) the obstacles in implementing the curriculum. It is a qualitative research utilizing teacher interviews and document studies as the source of the data. The findings indicate that the subjects had implemented the two-thousand-and-thirteen curriculum at the three aspects of learning, such as teaching plan, teaching implementation dan teaching assessment. However, there are some obstacles faced by the subject, such as lack of understanding abbot the two-thousand-and-thirteen curriculum, too many teacher-administration tasks,  teaching time-limit, abnormal of student number, difficulties in implementing scientific approach, lack of facilities to support the learning, abnormal number of assessment instruments to be filled, and difficulties in completing online student report.
Dakwah and Awik Awik as Local Wisdom for Forest Preservation In a Muslim Community in West Lombok
Authors: Irrubai Mohammad Liwa
Published: February 2019

This article aims to examine the Awik-awik originating from the local wisdom of a Muslim community in West Lombok and analyzes its interrelation to Islamic propagation (dakwah). This traditional village norms serve as a guide to the people to deal with the forest. Since Islam promotes the preservation of nature, it then aligns itself with such local wisdom. Based on an ethnogrpahic study in Sesaot village and built on the theory of local wisdom, this study attempts to describe the contain, structure and socialization of the awik-awik when it is reshaped from a traditional norm to a written rule agreed upon by the community members. Substantially, the stipulation of the awik-awik could reinforce Islamic doctrines on natural resource maintenance. Moreover, the ways in which the awik-awik is socialized before being implemented resemble the method of religious propagation. This indicat that Awik-awik could be an effective means of Islamic propagation to provide enlightenment to the community because the material arisen from the local wisdom of local communities reflect important Islamic message on the preservation of environment.
Geological and Petrophysical Evaluations of Tayarat Heavy Oil Carbonates in Burgan Field-Kuwait
Authors: Hayat Laila , Al-Qattan Mishari , Al-Jallad Osama , Dernaika Moustafa , Koronfol Safouh , Kayali Anas , Gonzalez David
Published: February 2019

The huge original oil in place (OOIP) of heavy oil within the upper Maastrichtian carbonate succession of Tayarat Formation in Kuwait Burgan field lead to paying more attention to its economic value and the necessity of characterizing it at multi-scales for better commercial utilization. However, its high degree of heterogeneity and complexity as a consequence of depositional and diagenetic factors, the presence of fractures in high frequencies, and existence of heavy oil (10 −15° API) with very high viscosity (80,000 cP) and non-movable bitumen in high quantities make the evaluation process very challenging and difficult. This study is aiming at characterizing these carbonate succession using a robust combination between digital and conventional methods.

One hundred seventy-seven (177) feet of representative whole core intervals were imaged by Dual Energy (DE) X-ray CT imaging technique to assess heterogeneity and identify main porosity regions within each core section for representative sample selection. The selected and extracted samples were characterized geologically and petrophysically using MICP analysis, porosity-permeability measurements, micro XCT images and petrographical analysis in order to identify main sedimentary textures and reservoir rock types (RRT), and then generate texture-based poroperm trends. The generated poroperm trends were combined with the DE derived logs in order to generate high-resolution porosity and permeability logs.

The Dual Energy CT imaging provided bulk density and photoelectric factor data that were critical for the determination of porosity and lithological variation along the core lengths. The petrographical analysis revealed common and distinctive geological textures and RRT's within the main lithological groups of the Tayarat Formation. Unique and distinctive texture-based poroperm trends were generated for each lithological group. The derived porosity and permeability logs showed a very good match with the lab-derived porosity and permeability data.

The integrated digital and conventional data at multiple scales were essential in improving our understanding of Tayarat geological and petrophysical properties.
Quantitative Disease Resistance Loci towards Phytophthora sojae and Three Species of Pythium in Six Soybean Nested Association Mapping Populations
Authors: Scott Kelsey , Balk Christine , Veney Deloris , McHale Leah K. , Dorrance Anne E.
Published: February 2019

Comparison of quantitative disease resistance loci (QDRL) towards the diverse array of soilborne pathogens that affect soybean [Glycine max (L.) Merr.] is key to the incorporation of resistance in breeding programs. The water molds Phytophthora sojae (Kauffman & Gerdmann), Pythium irregulare (Buisman), Pythium ultimum var. ultimum (Trow), and Pythium ultimum var. sporangiiferum (Drechsler) contribute to soybean yield losses annually. Six Soybean Nested Association Mapping (SoyNAM) populations were evaluated for resistance to one or more of these pathogens. Four were screened with a tray test to measure lesion length after inoculation with Ph. sojae; cup assays were used to screen three, three, and two populations for resistance towards Py. irregulare, Py. ultimum var. ultimum, and Py. ultimum var. sporangiiferum, respectively. There were two to eight major or minor QDRL identified within each SoyNAM population towards one or more of these water molds for a total of 33 QDRL. The SoyNAM populations evaluated for resistance to two or more water molds had different QDRL towards each pathogen, indicating that within a source of resistance, mechanisms are potentially specific to the pathogen. Only 3 of the 33 QDRL were associated with resistance to more than one pathogen. There was a major QDRL on chromosome 3 associated with resistance to Py. ultimum var. ultimum and Py. ultimum var. sporangiiferum, and QDRL on chromosomes 13 and 17 shared a flanking marker for both Py. irregulare and Py. ultimum var. ultimum. The SoyNAM population can serve as a diverse resource to map QDRL and compare mechanisms across pathogens and isolates.
Responsabilidade ambiental ou greenwash: uma análise da evidenciação ambiental das maiores empresas brasileiras
Authors: Wickboldt Leandro Araújo , Moreira Josicleide de Amorim Pereira , Silva Maria do Rosário da , Araújo Jaelson dos Santos , Silva Jéssica Viana da , Pereira João Alves
Published: February 2019

As reivindicações sobre o desempenho ambiental corporativo aumentaram nos últimos anos como forma de exigir uma postura mais proativa das empresas quanto às questões de preservação do meio ambiente. Dessa forma, uma das maneiras de monitorar o desempenho ambiental corporativo é por meio da evidenciação (divulgação) com essa finalidade. Neste sentido, pesquisas científicas têm sido feitas para promover a avaliação da qualidade das informações ambientais, o denominado environmental disclosure. Contudo, cresceu também o greenwash, que é a comunicação que induz as pessoas a formarem crenças excessivamente positivas sobre práticas ambientais corporativas ou de produtos, que na realidade não são. Portanto, o estudo objetiva analisar o nível de evidenciação ambiental das dez maiores empresas, dentre as 1.000, listadas no ranking da revista Valor Econômico, no ano de 2016, com ênfase na identificação da prática de greenwash nas empresas, no ano de 2015. Para tanto, foi adaptado um questionário para a análise do nível de evidenciação ambiental, empregando doze questões sobre práticas ambientais, atribuindo pontuação para cada empresa. Os resultados apontam que apesar de as empresas terem atingido, em média, 76% do índice, quatro delas ficaram abaixo de 65%, o que releva um fraco desempenho ambiental e indícios de greenwash. Além disso, a divulgação de planos e cumprimento de metas ambientais foi a questão menos atendida (30% do total), revelando o baixo comprometimento com a viabilidade de longo prazo do negócio, que permeia à questão ambiental.
Avaliação e proposta de monitoramento do estado de conservação de ambiente recifal costeiro do Estado da Paraíba, Brasil: contribuições para gestão ambiental
Authors: Leite Daniel Silva Lula , Miranda George Emmanuel Cavalcanti de
Published: February 2019

A urbanização nas zonas costeiras torna necessário avaliar o impacto antrópico sobre os ecossistemas associados. O objetivo deste trabalho foi analisar temporalmente a dinâmica de populações de macroalgas com potencial bioindicador, estabelecendo-as como ferramenta para avaliação da saúde ambiental. Foi amostrado o ambiente recifal intertidal da Praia de Formosa, no Município de Cabedelo, Estado da Paraíba, Nordeste do Brasil, durante intervalos trimestrais de agosto/2013 a novembro/2014. A variação temporal da frequência de ocorrência (F') das populações macrofitobênticas foi avaliada pela análise de variância (One-Way Anova) com teste Post-Hoc de Tukey. A influência das variáveis ambientais sobre F’ foi avaliada pela Correlação Linear de Pearson e pela PERMANOVA. A análise da qualidade ambiental e a proposta de biomonitoramento basearam-se no Grupo 1, formado por espécies perenes e/ou raras com maiores valores ao longo do Componente Principal 1 (CP1) da Análise de Componentes Principais (ACP), e Grupo 2, formado por espécies com comportamento errático com menores valores ao longo do CP1 da ACP. Foram encontradas 33 espécies macrofitobênticas. A frequência de ocorrência apresentou variação temporal, porém não influenciada pelo conjunto de variáveis ambientais. Phyllodictyon anastomosans, Gelidiella acerosa e Gelidium corneum compuseram o Grupo 1, com Dictyopteris delicatula, Canistrocarpus cervicornis e Hypnea spinella formando o Grupo 2. O Grupo 2 apresentou correlação positiva com a temperatura, alcançando as máximas frequências nos períodos mais quentes, mas esse fator isolado não é capaz de explicar a distribuição errática das espécies. A ocorrência de espécies bioindicadoras de eutrofização foi considerada natural, fato que, aliado à alta frequência de espécies bioindicadoras de qualidade ambiental, sugerem que o Recife de Formosa não sofre impactos antrópicos significativos. O desaparecimento de espécies perenes ou crescimento populacional significativo de espécie rara (Grupo 1), bem como a fuga do padrão temporal de frequência ou dominância do recife pelas espécies do Grupo 2, são indícios da ocorrência de impactos. Este trabalho fornece à gestão do Recife de Formosa uma eficiente ferramenta para avaliação do impacto urbano sobre a comunidade macrofitobêntica.
Mapeamento e gestão de resíduos em uma indústria moveleira da Serra Gaúcha, Estado do Rio Grande do Sul, Brasil
Authors: Righi Eléia , Variani Carla , Dias Isabel Plínia Andrade
Published: February 2019

Este trabalho objetivou verificar todos os processos de gestão de resíduos, desenvolvido em uma indústria moveleira, localizada no Município de Flores da Cunha, no Estado do Rio Grande do Sul, Brasil. Com a finalidade de observar todos os processos que os resíduos percorrem, de quais setores eles se originam, qual sua destinação final, e se estão realizando conforme a Lei nº 12.305/2010, e o Sistema de Gestão Ambiental, além da ABN NBR 10004:2004. Verificou-se que a geração de resíduos é grande, e 100% são destinados corretamente, conforme a legislação. A indústria investiu em tratamentos específicos na busca de minimizar impactos no ambiente. Assim, concluímos que o desenvolvimento do presente estudo permitiu uma análise consistentes sobre as etapas dos processos de gerenciamento de resíduos nos setores.
Reutilização de lodo de estação de tratamento de efluentes (ETE) na Região de Suzano, São Paulo, Brasil: alternativas e oportunidades
Authors: Oliveira Guilherme , Kikkawa Larissa Sayuri , Santos Alana Melo dos
Published: February 2019

De modo geral, os mais variados tipos de resíduos sólidos ainda não possuem tratamentos completamente desenvolvidos para sua reutilização. Em alguns casos, os subprodutos gerados não são economicamente viáveis, apresentando baixo valor agregado ou menor complexidade em comparação com os demais resíduos. Entretanto, o desenvolvimento de atividades de valorização de resíduos sólidos pode viabilizar a geração de produtos industriais com elevado potencial de reaproveitamento. Apesar disso, poucos estudos têm sido realizados com interação efetiva de parâmetros ambientais, econômicos e sociais que demonstram aplicações destas matérias-primas pela indústria de transformação. Dessa forma, este trabalho objetiva fazer uma pesquisa bibliográfica sobre a reutilização do lodo e resíduos sólidos de estações de tratamento de esgotos domésticos e industriais, com foco na viabilidade de aplicação na Região de Suzano, Estado de São Paulo, Brasil.
Whac-a-constraint with anomaly-free dark matter models
Authors: El Hedri Sonia , Nordström Karl
Published: February 2019

Theories where a fermionic dark matter candidate interacts with the
Standard Model through a vector mediator are often studied using minimal
models, which are not necessarily anomaly-free. In fact, minimal
anomaly-free simplified models are usually strongly constrained by
either direct detection experiments or collider searches for dilepton
resonances. In this paper, we study the phenomenology of models with a
fermionic dark matter candidate that couples axially to a leptophobic
vector mediator. Canceling anomalies in these models requires
considerably enlarging their field content. For an example minimal
scenario we show that the additional fields lead to a potentially much
richer phenomenology than the one predicted by the original simplified
model. In particular collider searches for pair-produced neutralinos and
charginos can be more sensitive than traditional monojet searches in
thermally motivated parts of the parameter space where the mediator is
outside the reach of current searches.
KEMAMPUAN MEMAHAMI PERCAKAPAN MENGGUNAKAN BAHASA INDONESIA BAGI MAHASISWA ASING DI UIN WALISONGO SEMARANG
Authors: Rini Handayani Maya
Published: February 2019

This article discusses the understanding of conversation skills using Bahasa. Respondents of this article were foreign students from South Thailand. They registered in UIN Walisongo Semarang in various departments and academic years. The ability to listen Bahasa was an indicator in this research. The 37 respondents were students from 2012 till 2016, who aged between 20 to 28 years old. The 25 students were female while the 12 others were male students. Data were collected using questionnaires. The article result shows that the average of students’ ability to listen Bahasa is in score 20. This score is 19 to 20, it occupied in the medium category. The category used five standard intervals, namely very high, high, medium, low, and very low. The summary of this research is the understanding the skill of conversation of foreign students using Bahasa is in a medium category.
Uterine Prolapse during First Trimester Managed with Vaginal Pessary
Authors: DOĞAN Ozan , BAŞBUĞ Alper , ELLİBEŞ KAYA Aşkı , BAŞBUĞ Derya , PULATOĞLU Çiğdem
Published: February 2019

Uterine prolapse during pregnancy is a rare condition with an estimated incidence of 1:10,000–15,000 pregnancies. Premature labor and delivery are the most prevalent complications in pregnancies with pelvic organ prolapse. Various treatment methods from conservative approaches to surgery are possible. In this paper we report a 27 year-old patient who was treated with Arabin pessary due to uterine prolapse in the first trimester.
Trakeal Aspirat Örneğinden İzole Edilen Nadir Bir Etken: Elizabethkingia Meningoseptica
Authors: Davarcı İsmail , Koçoğlu Mücahide Esra , Duyu Muhterem , Taşçılar Melike Orkide
Published: February 2019

Bu yazıda yoğun bakım ünitesinde takip edilirken genel durumu kötüleşen, biliyer atrezi tip 2 tanılı çocuk hastanın trakeal aspirat kültüründen Elizabethkingia meningoseptica izole edilmesi anlatılmıştır. Hastanın, bakteri izolasyonu sonrasında antimikrobiyal duyarlılık sonucuna göre tedavisi değiştirilmiş ve genel durumu düzelmiştir.
Accelerated Canine Distalization with Miniscrew-assisted Micro-osteoperforations: A Case Report
Authors: HALİLOGLU OZKAN Tugba , ARICI Selim , ARICI Nursel , ÖZKAN Enes
Published: February 2019

Orthodontic treatment is aimed at increased life quality by improving the dentofacial functions
and aesthetics of the individual. However, orthodontic treatment that takes 2–2.5
years on average both affects the psychological motivation of the patients and leads to a
number of undesirable conditions such as caries, gingival recession, and root resorption,
especially when the patient is inattentive to oral hygiene. Accordingly, many studies on
accelerating orthodontic tooth movement (OTM) have been conducted recently. Microosteoperforation
(MOP) is a recently developed microinvasive technique of tooth movement
acceleration. This paper reports the effective and accelerated canine distalization
obtained by mini-screw-assisted MOPs in the case of a 15-year-old female patient with
Class II malocclusion, proclined maxillary incisors, and midline diastema. This technique
compared to the conventional methods provided accelerated canine movement.
A One-center Study of Sixteen Patients with Pregnancy-associated Breast Cancer: Clinicopathological Characteristics and Survival
Authors: Bademler Süleyman , Sarı Murat
Published: February 2019

Aim: Cancer treatment is of special importance during pregnancy, concerning the health of both mother and baby. Treatment of pregnancy-associated breast cancer (PABC) has become even more important today because women tend to delay pregnancy to later ages and because of women who desire to conceive while under treatment for breast cancer. This retrospective study is aimed at investigating the clinical, radiological and histopathological characteristics and PABC treatment outcomes of patients who had long-term follow-up.Materials and Methods: Sixteen women diagnosed with PABC were included in this study. We evaluated the clinicopathological characteristics, gestational history, and survival outcomes of the patients who had been treated and followed up for breast cancer during pregnancy and the first postnatal year at Istanbul University Institute of Oncology in 2010–2017.Results: The median patient age was 32 (21–41) years. The median gestational week of diagnosis in pregnant patients was 26 (11–35) weeks while the mean time elapsed after delivery until diagnosis in postpartum patients was 9.3 (±3.6) months. The median follow-up time was 47.5 (5–99) months. The mean disease-free survival (DFS) and overall survival (OS) were calculated because the median DFS and OS could not be computed. The mean OS and DFS values were 87.8±7.3 and 77.6±8.5 months,respectively.Discussion and Conclusion: Breast cancer in pregnancy is a special health condition that should be treated and followed up by a multidisciplinary team. Primary surgical intervention should not be delayed. While chemotherapy could be administered safely in the first and second trimesters, radiotherapy and targeted and endocrine treatments should be postponed until after delivery. Reporting and long-term follow-up of cases of pregnancy and cancer concurrence is essential for increasing the relevant knowledge.
Extracorporeal life support in pediatric patients
Authors: Kornilov I.
Published: February 2019

Extracorporeal life support (ECLS) or extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a life-saving therapy for critically ill children with high mortality, cardiac and/or respiratory failure refractory to conventional intensive treatment. In the last decade, the use of ECLS in pediatric intensive care has rapidly grown. The clinical indications and contraindications for ECLS have changed dramatically. The given review describes the fundamentals of ECMO technology, main clinical indications for ECLS and outcomes of ECMO in neonates and children. ECMO has become the standard for treatment of refractory acute heart failure, cardiac arrest, severe acute respiratory distress syndrome against the background of a decreasing number of contraindications. Although ECMO may be used nowadays to support even smaller babies and those with far more serious pathologies, careful consideration of the risk factors and probable outcomes is very important for decision to initiate and continue ECMO. The use and management of ECLS widely varies between clinics. Further multicenter studies are required to optimize patient selection criteria, cannulation and ECMO management, to reduce the number of complications and to analyze the quality of life of patients after ECMO and the cost effectiveness.
Received 2 December 2018. Revised 14 December 2018. Accepted 14 December 2018.
Funding: The study did not have sponsorship.
Conflict of interest: Author declares no conflict of interest.
Metabolism of the Dual Orexin Receptor Antagonist ACT-541468, Based on Microtracer/ Accelerator Mass Spectrometry
Authors: Muehlan Clemens , Fischer Hartmut , Zimmer Dieter , Aissaoui Hamed , Grimont Julien , Boss Christoph , Croft Marie , van Gerven Joop , Krähenbühl Stephan , Dingemanse Jasper
Published: February 2019

Background:

As part of an integrated and innovative approach to accelerate the clinical development of
the dual receptor antagonist ACT-541468, 6 healthy subjects in one cohort in a first-in-humans (FIH) study received
an oral dose of 50 mg non-labeled ACT-541468 together with a microtracer amount of 250 nCi of 14C-labeled ACT-
541468 to investigate its absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion (ADME).

Methods:

Using accelerator mass spectrometry (AMS), radiochromatograms were constructed for fractionated
plasma, urine, and feces samples. Subsequently, the structures of the metabolites were elucidated using high performance
liquid chromatography (HPLC) coupled with high resolution mass spectrometry.

Results:

In total 77 metabolites have been identified of which 30, 28, and 60 were present in plasma, urine, and feces,
respectively. In plasma, the major metabolites were the mono-oxidized benzylic alcohol M3, the ACT-541468
aldehyde M1, formed by further oxidation of M3 in the benzylic position, and the doubly oxidized M10, formed by
(1) benzylic oxidation of M3 (loss of one molecule of water and one molecule of ammonia) and (2) additional loss of
water from the oxidized pyrrolidine ring of M5. Transformation of the pyrrolidine to a 6-membered ring was detected.
Metabolites that accounted for more than 5% of total radioactivity in excreta were M2, which is also formed
by oxidation at the benzylic position, M4, formed by demethylation of the methoxy-group, M7 and A6, both formed
by oxidation of M4, and M10, the only major metabolite detected in urine.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, ACT-541468 is extensively metabolized predominantly by oxidative transformations.
New Advances of ICG Angiography in Parathyroid Identification
Authors: Jin Hao , Cui Min
Published: February 2019

Objective:

For surgeons, locating parathyroid in thyroidectomy and parathyroidectomy is
critical since parathyroid plays an important role in calcium balance. The fluorescence of parathyroid
has already been found by researchers and the angiography equipment detecting the fluorescence of
parathyroid with indocyanine green has been widely applied. Using the indocyanine green angiography
and looking at the actual fluorescence of in vivo and in vitro tissues, it was possible to identify thyroid,
parathyroid, lymph nodes and fat tissues during the surgical procedure. This mini-review aims to present
the application of indocyanine green angiography in parathyroid detection and discusses the safety
of this method.

Methods:

The relevant data were searched by using the keywords “Indocyanine green,” “Parathyroid,”
and “Identification” and “Protection” in “Pubmed,” “Web of Science” and “China Knowledge Resource
Integrated databases”, and a manual search was done to acquire peer-reviewed articles and reports
about indocyanine green.

Results:

Indocyanine green dye along with the intraoperative fluorescence imaging system is safe in
detecting parathyroid and predicting postoperative hypoparathyroidism.

Conclusion:

The conclusion suggests that indocyanine green angiography is a safe, effective and easy
way to detect parathyroid glands. The conclusion will be of interest to surgeons regarding thyroidectomy
and parathyroidectomy.
Comparison of the Stress Strain Capacity between Different Clear Aligners
Authors: Ciavarella Domenico , Cianci Claudia , Laurenziello Michele , Troiano Giuseppe , De Cillis Francesco , Tepedino Michele , Montaruli Graziano , Grassia Vincenzo , Lo Muzio Lorenzo , Pappalettere Carmine
Published: February 2019

Background:

The rife use of aesthetic appliance in orthodontic treatment requires the study of the properties of the materials they are made of.

Objective:

The aim of the present study was to evaluate the dimensional stability of clear aligners made of three different materials after the application ofin-vivodynamic stress andin-vitrostatic stress.

Methods:

Three different aligners made of different materials (PET-G; PET; SmartTrack®), prepared on the dental arch of the same patient, were tested. For each material, three aligner samples were manufactured: one to be usedin-vivo, one to be testedin-vitro, and one to be used as a control.

To evaluate the effects of the dynamic stress producedin-vivo, each aligner was worn by a single patient 22 hours per day, followed by a wash-out period of two weeks. To evaluate the effects of static stress, each aligner was exposed to thein-vitrocontinuous force of 50N. The tested and control aligners were scanned, then linear measurements were taken to evaluate their dimensional stability after different types of stresses.

Results:

PET seems to have the lowest percentage of deformation; PET-G and SmartTrack®showed a reduced deformation going from the posterior to the anterior area. The contact with human saliva induces a greater deformation.

Conclusion:

Different materials show different behavior following application of static stresses and dynamic stresses in the oral cavity. PET showed the highest dimensional stability.
Pemberdayaan Masyarakat di Sekitar Cagar Budaya Melalui Pameran Museum
Authors: Sektiadi Sektiadi , Nugrahani Djaliati Sri
Published: February 2019

One of the eﬀorts to utilize the cultural heritage is to make it as a source of inspiration. In this case, the cultural heritage of Sojiwan Temple is used as an inspiration for the development of surrounding communities. People are encouraged to take advantage of the existence of the temple, namely by using it as a source of design inspiration cloth motif which later developed into batik craft. Te next step, crafters need to be presented directly to the batik community, both designers, manufacturers, and consumers. Terefore, it is necessary to do the exhibition with the need for the resulting batik gets appreciation from the wider audience. Batik exhibition is done by museum exhibition model, which has specifcation especially in delivery of story, or object as part of showing ideas. Te exhibition was held at the UGM Museum to reach out to people who have not been in direct contact with the craftsmen, the batik community and academics.
Validasi Modul Pelatihan Pendampingan Klien pada Pekerja Sosial
Authors: Yolanda Yova Tri , Utami Muhana Sofiati
Published: February 2019

Purpose of this research is to validated the module Client Facilitating Training to increase social worker knowledge about stress  and skill for facilitating client. Training included psychoeducation about stress and management stress, basic of client facilitating method and communication skill in facilitating process. Subjects of this research are 12 social worker and divided to experiment and control group. This research using quasi experiment with non control group design with pretest and post test sample. Data collected by management stres questionnaire, facilitating scale and field data collected by observer and supervisor. Results indicated that there is a significant differences between experiment and control groups in stress and management stress (Z=-3,017; p<0,05) with large effect size of 0,87 and Facilitatting skill (Z= -1,354; p<0,05) with large effect size of 0,84. Client Facilitating Training is valid to improve social worker knowledge stress  and management stress  and facilitating skill.
Peran Kecerdasan Emosi dan Iklim Organisasi terhadap Perilaku Kerja Kontraproduktif
Authors: Wardhani Devianita Puspita , Meiyanto IJK Sito
Published: February 2019

This research aims to determine the role of emotional intelligence and organizational climate in predicting the counterproductive work behavior. This study used a quantitative approach survey. The method of data collection in this research was conducted by distributing scale to the research subjects, with a total of 146 civil servants. The data was analyzed using double regression techniques using SPSS (Statistical Product and Service Solutions) 20.0. The result shows that the emotional intelligence and organizational climate can contribute together to decrease counterproductive behavior that occurs in the workplace (F (2, 143) = 5.266, p<.05, R2 = .069). Limitations and suggestions for further research were also discussed in this study.
Estrategias de tutoría para el acompañamiento del estudiante en el Bachillerato Virtual de la Universidad Autónoma de Sinaloa
Authors: Pastor Angulo Martín , Pastor Casillas Gabriel Roberto
Published: February 2019

En el año 2006, la Universidad Autónoma de Sinaloa (UAS) adoptó oficialmente el Programa Institucional de Tutorías, el cual es un servicio que responde a los lineamientos estipulados en la legislación universitaria y que se ofrece en todas las Unidades Académicas con el propósito de fortalecer la formación integral del estudiante, al brindarle apoyo durante toda su trayectoria. 

Los alumnos del Bachillerato Virtual cuentan con un tutor que los acompaña a lo largo de los dos años que duran sus estudios en el Centro de Universidad Virtual. Dicho tutor emplea diferentes recursos de la plataforma (mensajería personal, chat, videoconferencia, foros), además del correo electrónico, a fin de contar con una mejor perspectiva de su grupo en lo referente a motivación, hábitos de estudio y autoestima, entre otros. Asimismo, recurre a los asesores par, quienes se encargan del aspecto académico del grupo e informan al tutor sobre su desempeño. 

Debido a la diversidad de estudiantes que ingresan al Bachillerato Virtual, es de esperar que algunos de ellos requieran un tipo de atención diferente. En estos casos, el Responsable de Tutorías canaliza a todos aquellos que necesitan una atención especializada por parte de un profesional, como puede ser un psicólogo o un psicopedagogo. Todo esto con el fin de la mejora continua en la vida escolar del tutorado.
Editorial
Authors: Cervantes Francisco
Published: February 2019

En el editorial del número 20 de la RMBD, edición de aniversario, el doctor Francisco Cervantes Pérez, Titular de la Coordinación de Universidad Abierta y Educación a Distancia, aborda los contenidos sobre los recursos con la temática propia de esta edición para utilidad de los asesores, tutores, diseñadores, desarrolladores, gestores, directivos, investigadores y estudiantes que participan de las actividades de la educación en línea del nivel medio superior.

Para visualizar el video vaya al siguiente enlace: https://youtu.be/2sfIKSx2f5Q
Effects of an allostatic modulator on the behavior and blood indicators of young bulls after transport
Authors: Rubio Lozano María Salud , Méndez Medina Rubén Danilo , Reyes Mayorga Karla , Rubio García María Elena , Ngapo Tania Manu , Mancera Karen F. , Galindo Maldonado Francisco Aurelio
Published: February 2019

An allostatic modulator (AM) composed of ascorbic acid, acetylsalicylic acid, sodium chloride and potassium chloride was dissolved in the drinking water of three groups of young bulls (n = 7) and administered to them for 7 d after 20.42 h of transport (Control (C) = 0 g/head/d, G2 = 30 g/head/d, G3 = 60 g/head/d). The effects of the AM on behavior and blood cellular and biochemical components were measured. G3 animals spent less time lying and more time standing than C animals (P = 0.001 and P = 0.02, respectively), indicating less fatigue. G3 bulls presented a lower frequency of agonistic interactions than those in the G2 group (P = 0.001), suggesting a possible effect on aggression that warrants further evaluation. The AM affected creatinine kinase (CK) activity in the G2 group compared to the C group (P = 0.04), suggesting an effect of AM components that has not been previously reported. Cortisol levels remained unaffected by AM supplementation (P = 0.55). These preliminary findings suggest an effect of supplementing cattle with an AM after long-haul transport.
Can C-phycocyanin be used as a sperm protector?
Authors: Antonio Marcos Emma Gabriela , Monroy Hermosillo O. , Cortés Barberena E. , Rodríguez Tobón E. , Rivera Martínez J. G. , Arenas Ríos Edith
Published: February 2019

C-phycocyanin (C-PC) is a biocompound extracted from Arthrospira maxima. It is a chromophore-protein complex, with antioxidant properties. Its ability to prevent oxidative stress allows for diverse medical applications. This study evaluates the use of C-PC as a protein supplement and an antioxidant for in-vitro sperm preservation in a short-term extender. Viability, progressive motility, DNA damage and percentage of reactive oxygen species where assessed in Swine (Sus scrofa domesticus) sperm stored for up to 72 hours at 4 °C. Treatments with C-PC had the following concentrations: 0, 34.5, 69, 138 and 207 μg mL−1. Progressive motility and percentage of sperm with undamaged DNA were unchanged (20%) after storage for 48 hours using the 138 μg mL C-PC concentration−1.