bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Detection and characterisation of extended-spectrum and plasmid-mediated AmpC β-lactamase produced by Escherichia coli isolates found at poultry farms in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Authors: Fetahagić Majda , Ibrahimagić Amir , Uzunović Selma , Beader Nataša , Elveđi-Gašparović Vesna , Luxner Josefa , Gladan Muhamed , Bedenić Branka
Published: January 2022

Extended-spectrum β-lactamases (ESBLs) hydrolyse extended-spectrum cephalosporins (ESC) and aztreonam. As ESBL-producing organisms have been identified in food producing animals, the aim of our study was to detect and analyse such Escherichia coli isolates from poultry. Antibiotic susceptibility of the isolates was determined with disk-diffusion and broth microdilution methods. ESBLs were detected with the double-disk synergy and inhibitor-based test with clavulanic acid. The transferability of cefotaxime resistance was determined with conjugation experiments, and genes encoding ESBLs, plasmid-mediated AmpC β-lactamases, and quinolone resistance determinants identified by polymerase chain reaction. The study included 108 faecal samples (cloacal swabs) from 25 different poultry farms in the Zenica-Doboj Canton, Bosnia and Herzegovina. Of these, 75 (69.4 %) were positive for E. coli, of which 27 were resistant to cefotaxime, amoxicillin, cefazoline, and cefriaxone, and susceptible to imipenem, meropenem, ertapenem, and amikacin. All 27 cefotaxime-resistant isolates were positive in double-disk synergy and combined disk tests. Eighteen isolates transferred cefotaxime resistance to E. coli recipient. Twenty-one isolates were positive for the bla
CTX-M-1 cluster genes and seven for bla
CTX-M-15. Fourteen were positive for the bla
TEM genes. The most frequent plasmid incompatibility group was IncFIB, whereas IncFIA and Inc HI1 were present in only a few isolates. Two different sequence types (STs) were identified: ST117 and ST155. The emergence of ESBL-producing E. coli in farm animals presents a public health threat, as they can colonise the intestine and cause infections in humans.
Dento-facial aesthetics in the eyes of adolescent patients during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Authors: Cherecheş Jessica Olivia , Moca Abel Emanuel , Vaida Luminiţa Ligia , Bembea Marius
Published: January 2022

Introduction: Dental malocclusions are considered a major issue in adolescence, and are often the main reason for which patients go to the dentist. Adolescents′ option to start an orthodontic treatment is questioned in the light of the restrictions imposed in the context of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Aim of the study: The aim of this study was to assess adolescents’ perceptions of facial aesthetics and the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the decision to start an orthodontic treatment during this time, when a number of restrictions, such as face mask wearing, were imposed.

Material and methods: A 15 items questionnaire was applied in the city of Oradea, Romania and distributed to orthodontic adolescent patients, with a previously diagnosed malocclusion, with ages between 12 and 17.9 years. The questionnaires were correctly filled in by 76 participants.

Results: Patients tend to be affected by the aspect of their teeth (50%), and most patients considered that the aspect of their teeth forces them to socialize less (44.8%), and to avoid smiling (44.8%). 39.4% of the respondents considered that wearing a face mask is useful because it covers all dental malocclusions, and 31.6% of the respondents were not bothered that they had to wear a face mask.

Conclusions: Patients declared that they were affected by the aspect of their teeth, and have a generally positive attitude regarding face masks.
Facebook and Mobile Phone Use and Entrepreneurial Intentions of Students in Serbia
Authors: Rajković Jelena , Kovačić Sanja , Popović Jovanka , Poštin Jasmina , Konjikušić Marko , Nikolić Milan
Published: January 2022

The paper presents the results of the research of the impact that Facebook and smartphone use have on the enterprise potential, individual entrepreneurial orientation and entrepreneurial intentions of students in Serbia. The moderating effects of gender and the year of study were also examined. The sample included 488 valid questionnaires. From the Facebook use items, the most powerful and positive correlations were achieved by number of groups, number of friends and number of photos (items which involve active participation in Facebook activities, while a passive and random long stay on Facebook can negatively affect the entrepreneurship dimensions). More time spent on a mobile phone may produce a higher degree of passive behaviour in students, thus reducing their need for success. Creativity, subjective norm, achievement, innovativeness and leadership are under the greatest influence of Facebook and smartphone use items. The impact on entrepreneurial intentions is indirect. The recommendation for parents and teachers is to encourage young people to limit passive participation on Facebook and other social networks. There are no previous studies which link Facebook and smartphones with students’ entrepreneurial intentions. Understanding and improving knowledge of the entrepreneurial intention of individuals has a positive effect on the development of society.
Ethical dilemmas in sharing transformative experiences with patients in a clinical setting: A Reflective Account
Authors: Khan Marion
Published: January 2022

I write this article as a postgraduate researcher undertaking a doctorate in Education, with an interest in research as a transformative process, and fascinated by the debate as to whether reality is objective or subjective. In reflecting on this, I recalled a significant incident that occurred when I was Professional Education Lead in an NHS hospital. I had been asked to work with a nurse, who had been disciplined as a consequence of talking about her Christian faith with a patient. The nurse was assuming that, in sharing experiences that were transformative for her, she might also transform the patient’s perception of her own illness and its meaning. As a Christian myself, I was caught in a situation where I could understand the conflicting perspectives of all key players, including the patient, her family, the nurse, and the NHS managers. I explore how I mediated my way through this situation, aiming to do justice to all perspectives, and the ethical dilemmas I faced when having to choose between personal and professional values. As a consequence of this incident, I have learned that, not only is transformation a deeply personal experience, but because it is either influenced by, or leads to, a specific world view, it supports the idea of reality being subjective rather than objective.
The Transformative Power of Education as a Means of Enabling Former Offenders to Live Meaningful and Productive Lives
Authors: O’Connor Colin
Published: January 2022

Kaur (2012) raises the question, how can education be more inclusive and representative when catering to diverse groups and students? Does our entitlement to human kindness cease once incarcerated, and are we to be forever banished to the outskirts of society? The majority of offender education research assesses success or failure through mechanistic, objective and calculated criteria. Statistically, offenders repeatedly underachieve in primary and secondary education; offenders who partake in some form of adult and post-release learning continue this pattern, and face other non-learning barriers that impact on participation and accreditation outcomes (Prison Education Trust, 2018). Departing from conventional modes and methods of teaching, this article examines the transformative journeys of former offenders, and considers the role of education in supporting them to lead more productive and meaningful lives.
Benefits and Limitations of Methods of Measuring Food Losses and Their Economic and Non-Economic Significance – The Case of Bakery and Confectionery Industry
Authors: Goryńska-Goldmann Elżbieta , Gazdecki Michał , Rejman Krystyna
Published: January 2022

The urgent challenge of reaching sustainable development goals (including those pertaining to the limitation of food losses and waste) raises social awareness in this area. At the same time, a need arose to conduct studies focusing on the creation of a system of gathering and reporting data on food wastage and procedures helping to reduce its scale. The article presents and discusses the benefits and drawbacks of selected methods of data collection used for estimating of food losses in processing sectors, based on a case of the bakery and confectionery industry (the mass balance method, quantitative studies – questionnaire/survey methods, qualitative research – in-depth interviews, direct measurement). Attention was paid to the importance of methodological, technical, organisational and legal aspects. The starting points were the methods for certain links in the food chain identified in EU legal documents of 2019. Bakery and confectionery businesses make up around 40% of the number of entities operating in the agri-food sector in Poland, holding an important place in the food economy. The sector's losses are around 2.5% of the mass of the manufactured products, with the highest losses attributable to production departments in bakeries. The complexity of manufacturing processes of a wide range of bakery and confectionery products raises numerous problems with regard to measuring losses, especially in the methodological, technical, organisational and legal aspects. The mass balance method should be considered the most recommended for measuring losses in the bakery and confectionery sector. Collected knowledge can be used on a practical level, to create reporting systems about food losses in our country for selected food sectors. Such actions will allow meeting the reporting requirements of the European Commission (EC) and to monitor process of food loss reduction.
Assessment of the Impact of the Functioning of the FIFO on the Occurrence of Organic Products with an Exceeded Use-By Date
Authors: Pikora Małgorzata , Trzaska Katarzyna , Ponder Alicja
Published: January 2022

Food waste is a global problem with 5% of the European Union's (EU's) retail sector responsible. The reasons cited for food waste at retail level among others: undesirable customer behaviour, inadequate packaging, irregular demand, overestimated deliveries, small store area and warehouse space, inappropriate replenishment policies in shops and increased product quality requirements. The requirement to keep shelves full in stores and inappropriate storage logistics lead to overstocking of products, the arrangement of which disregards the first in-first out (FIFO) principle. It contributes to the amplification of food take-offs and may lead to the occurrence of products with exceeded use-by dates, which is the most common cause of food wastage [Federacja Polskich Banków Żywności 2020]. The aim of the study was to evaluate the functioning of the FIFO system in specialist stores, discount stores and large-format stores that have organic food on offer. To evaluate the FIFO system, unannounced inspections were conducted in the stores. During the inspections, errors in the arrangement of products according to the FIFO system were detected. The items found to be out of order were both long and short-dated products, stored in refrigerated as well as on regular shelves, indicating that stores have a problem with storage logistics in all departments. Improving solutions and implementing appropriate measures in this area could reduce food wastage at the retail level.
Status of the cartographic model
Authors: Krukowski Mirosław
Published: January 2022

The author presents the proposal for a map as a model based on the current concepts in the philosophy of science. It is the attempt to define a map within the general theory of the model – in its ontological, semantical, and epistemological aspect. Treating a map as a model of reality boils down to specifying several characteristics determining its character. The article primarily aims at broadening the discussion on what a map is and what defines it as a model of reality. A new definition has been proposed in effect of the deliberations based on the analysis of models’ typology in the sphere of philosophy.
Active Damping in Series Connected Power Modules with Continuous Output Voltage
Authors: Ulmer Sabrina , Schullerus Gernot , Sönmez Ertugrul
Published: January 2022

This paper presents a modular and scalable power electronics concept for motor control with continuous output voltage. In contrast to multilevel concepts, modules with continuous output voltage are connected in series. The continuous output voltage of each module is obtained by using gallium nitride (GaN) high electron motility transistor (HEMT)s as switches inside the modules with a switching frequency in the range between 500 kHz and 1 MHz. Due to this high switching frequency a LC filter is integrated into the module resulting in a continuous output voltage. A main topic of the paper is the active damping of this LC output filter for each module and the analysis of the series connection of the damping behaviour. The results are illustrated with simulations and measurements.
Analysing Mindset Theory and Strategies Supporting the Implementation of Real PE to Develop a Growth Mindset Culture
Authors: Chapman Simon
Published: January 2022

Growth mindset continues to be a popular topic of conversation in the field of education and Physical Education (PE). However, despite the existence of various schemes for delivering curriculum PE, there are limited studies analysing how they seek to directly develop children’s mindsets. This study analyses the process taken for one of these frameworks, Real PE, to be implemented within a school to develop their growth mindset culture, drawing upon the theories of key educational thinkers. The study is based upon the authors’ experiences as PE Subject Leader and member of the school Senior Leadership Team (SLT) within a single-form entry primary school in Leicestershire, United Kingdom; testimonials from other schools who utilise Real PE and existing literature on the effectiveness of growth mindset.

Implementing a growth mindset culture is not straightforward; although important, it is not solely about intelligence and praising effort, nor a battle of fixed versus growth mindsets as within PE, mixed mindsets exist, and, the fixed mindset should be legitimised. Therefore, a long-term, rigorous approach to change considering policies, individual beliefs, training needs, strategies and feedback methods needs to be developed. This study adds to the growing conversation about growth mindset and seeks to support other school settings considering embedding mindset culture within their school setting and PE provision.
Moving Towards Greater Inclusion in Singapore’s Preschools: The Enablers, Possibilities and Barriers
Authors: Goh Sophia C.F. , Tan Shi Yue
Published: January 2022

Inclusive education is the next item on the agenda of policy makers in Singapore, in its striving to provide quality education for all children. The move to introducing more inclusive practices in preschools has not been easy. There are many structural obstacles in Singapore’s current preschool context. This review of existing literature on this topic reveals how policymakers, schools, teachers, and parents need to work together to create a successful inclusive education system. There is much that Singapore must work on to develop a successful inclusive preschool education model. The paper aims to provide an understanding of how inclusion in preschools can be more effectively practiced in Singapore by considering the current dual education system in Singapore and the recent measures introduced to improve inclusive preschool education. It examines how effective these measures and recommendations in existing literature will be when placed in Singapore’s current education system which prioritizes academic excellence. In doing so, this paper hopes to highlight the critical issues that policymakers and key stakeholders should consider when planning for inclusive practices in Singapore’s preschools.
Discourse Construction by Non-Government Actors in Urban Regeneration Governance
Authors: Zubrzycka-Czarnecka Aleksandra
Published: January 2022

This paper employs critical discourse analysis to examine how Warsaw citizens (residents) perceived and organized the narratives of their participation in the governance of urban regeneration between 2004 and 2016 and how this evolved over that period. The study reveals citizens’ discursive practices, such as the construction of positive and negative identities of the relevant social actors, the binary opposition between ‘us and them’, the development of new interpretations of urban regeneration, and finally, the gradual elaboration of a model of empowered citizenship. Drawing on the concept of democratic urban regeneration policymaking, the research suggests that in the case of Warsaw, one can speak of a shift from a citizen discourse of rebellious participation in non-deliberative governance towards one of more consensual and empowering participation in more deliberative governance.
Impact of Disruptive Technologies on Defence
Authors: Frunzeti Teodor , Coşereanu Liviu , Tomoiagă Tiberius
Published: January 2022

Effective military capabilities can take decades to research, develop, procure, field and integrate. Technology affects various aspects of conflicts and is therefore a critical component of defence planning and they are influencing the other components of a military capability. New technologies have often shaped strategies and tactics, and inspired the development of defence innovations. Understanding all aspects of new Emerging Disruptive Technologies will help decision makers not only to put up an effective planning, but to reduce the time between need statement and delivery and to avoid collateral issues that could occur in using them.
Reflections on the Role of Higher Education Institutions in Introducing Emerging Technologies Into the Educational Process in the Face of the Pandemic Challenge COVID-19
Authors: Bucăţa George
Published: January 2022

The pandemic COVID-19 has had an impact around the world and in the European Union, putting unprecedented pressure on education and training systems. It has fundamentally changed the way we learn, teach, communicate and collaborate in our education and training communities. This has implications for students, families, teachers, trainers, institutional leaders and society as a whole. Most European Member States have decided to extend the physical closure of education and training institutions, while mobilising alternative solutions and support for distance education and learning, especially digital solutions. This transformation has challenged education and training systems and stakeholders in these areas in Member States, particularly students and families, as well as teachers and trainers, but it has also provided them with valuable learning and training experiences, accelerated the digital transformation of education and training institutions. Emerging and disruptive technologies have undergone numerous and sufficient changes to ensure this. Thus, they will change the face and vision of higher education institutions.
Proposed single-zone map projection system for Turkey
Authors: Yildirim Faruk , Kadi Fatih
Published: January 2022

The coordinate base of the maps or sheets produced is the Universal Transversal Mercator (UTM) conformal projection, and it is not possible to work in a single coordinate system in Turkey. Therefore, a transition from UTM to other conformal projections is required. For the countries extending in an east–west UTM zone width like Turkey, composite projection (CP), a double standard paralleling Lambert Conformal Conic (LCC) and double map projections (DP) are used widely. However, this process causes increase in working load and processing errors by users. This study aims to determine a common projection system that can be used in the whole country. In this context, a composite projection from UTM and LCC projection has been defined for the first time. According to the results obtained, map projection CP with the least distortion values in both east–west and north–south directions has been chosen. With the CP selection, a single coordinate system has been determined for medium- and large-scale maps. Projection correction formulas, scale factor and false origin have been determined for map coordinates in CP. These distortions are obtained with a difference of less than 1 cm for 1 km long sides and less than 0.003″ for the azimuth value of this side, when the correction formulas are used.
Analysis of Learning Outcomes in Medical Education with the Use of Fuzzy Logic
Authors: Stańdo Jacek , Mokwa-Tarnowska Iwona , Roszak Magdalena
Published: January 2022

The national curricula of the EU member states are structured around learning outcomes, selected according to Bloom’s Taxonomy. The authors of this paper claim that using Bloom’s Taxonomy to phrase learning outcomes in medical education in terms of students’ achievements is difficult and unclear. This paper presents an efficient method of assessing course learning outcomes using Fuzzy Logic.
A linguistic landscape analysis of shop signs
Authors: Mubarak Wahyu , Abdul Muthalib Kismullah
Published: January 2022

It is surprising to find that there have been many shops in Banda Aceh that use English on their signs. This study was conducted to investigate the shop owners’ reasons for using English on their shop signs. To obtain the data from the shop owners, observation sheet and interview guide were used as the research instruments. The data were analyzed by using the model proposed by Miles, Huberman, and Saldana (2014). It was found that the 10 shop owners gave four reasons they used English in their shop signs, which can be classified into the themes. They are 1) to be easily remembered; 2) to follow the trend; 3) to use their own name; and 4) to be unique. In conclusion, among four terms of reasons of shop owners in using English in their shop signs, the theme of “becoming unique” or distinctive is the most given reason by the shop owners.
A study of code-switching and code-mixing used on YouTube channel: A comparison of Indonesian YouTubers
Authors: Afryanti Risna , Daud Bukhari , Muthalib Kismullah Abdul
Published: January 2022

YouTube is one of the biggest platforms where people around the world can share informative videos. In YouTube, we can find the code-switching and code-mixing phenomenon easily. There are two dominant types of code-switching and code-mixing. The first type is code-switching and code-mixing used by Group 1: Indonesian YouTubers who live abroad, while the second type is code-switching and code-mixing used by Group 2: Indonesian YouTubers who live in the country.  This study aimed to find out which group switched and mixed language the most. The transcripts of the chosen YouTube video were the collected data. The qualitative method was used in this study, and the data were analyzed using document analysis based on the framework of Myers-Scotton (1993) and Muysken (2000). The result showed that Group 1 used code-switching and code-mixing the most, with a total of 288 pieces of data. Group 2 used code-switching and code-mixing with a total of 262 pieces of data. The most dominant type of code-switching used by both groups was intra-sentential, a total of 154 pieces of data. The less dominant type of code-mixing used was insertion, a total of 253 pieces of data.
К ВОПРОСУ О ТРАДИЦИЯХ ИЗГОТОВЛЕНИЯ СФЕРОКОНИЧЕСКИХ СОСУДОВ БОЛГАРСКОГО ГОРОДИЩА (ПО МАТЕРИАЛАМ РАСКОПА 200 (СС) 2014 Г.)
Authors: Бахматова Вера Николаевна , Сивицкий Максим Владимирович , Ситдиков Айрат Габитович
Published: January 2022

В данной статье рассматривается проблема состава традиций изготовления сфероконических сосудов в золотоордынском Болгаре. Изложены результаты комплексного изучения серии сфероконусов, включающие типологию сосудов и технологию их изготовления. Зафиксирован неоднородный состав традиций конструирования и формообразования изделий разных типов. Комплекс технологических навыков изготовления сфероконусов соответствует составу навыков гончаров-ремесленников, занимавшихся массовым производством круговой посуды (керамика I общеболгарской группы) в Болгаре. Сосуды раннего типа начали изготовляться в Болгаре в раннезолотоордынское время в мастерских подгорной части города, а сосуды позднего типа - в позднезолотоордынское время в мастерских в районе Голландского озера. Зафиксирована традиция массового использования гончарами при изготовлении сфероконусов обоих типов слабозапесоченной глины, часто с большим количеством различных железистых включений. Это обстоятельство подтверждает специфику сосудов этой категории, связанную с особыми представлениями гончаров об исходном пластичном сырье и местах его добычи.
ИССЛЕДОВАНИЕ И РЕСТАВРАЦИЯ ТКАНОГО ПОЛОТНА С ЖИВОПИСНЫМ ИЗОБРАЖЕНИЕМ ИЗ ФОНДОВ ГИАХМЗ «ОСТРОВ-ГРАД СВИЯЖСК»
Authors: Лисина Анастасия Сергеевна , Ковязина Наина Владимировна , Колесникова Екатерина Владимировна
Published: January 2022

Статья посвящена предмету, который был найден под половицами дома в с. Свияжск в 2018 г. В процессе изучения памятник был идентифицирован как одеяло с живописным слоем, также была установлена его принадлежность, время изготовления и прототип росписи. В статье рассматриваются основные этапы реставрационных работ и предреставрационные исследования памятника. Реставраторы сочетали методы и материалы, применяемые в реставрации масляной живописи и в реставрации текстиля.
КОРРОЗИЯ ПРЕДМЕТОВ ИЗ ЖЕЛЕЗА И ЖЕЛЕЗНЫХ СПЛАВОВ В МОРСКОЙ ВОДЕ
Authors: Носова Екатерина Игоревна
Published: January 2022

Статья представляет собой обзор новейших европейских исследований по проблемам коррозии железа в морской воде. Подобные повреждения характерны для объектов морской археологии, в частности кораблекрушений. Долгое время исследование подобных коррозионных процессов было осложнено тем, что пробы, отобранные в морской воде, быстро окислялись на воздухе, и их состав существенно менялся. В начале 1980х гг. после разработки методики пробоотбора исследование подводных артефактов стало развиваться быстрее и эффективнее. Прежде всего, в статье рассмотрены базовые процессы коррозии железа и факторы, стимулирующие их. К таковым относятся: соленость окружающей морской воды, концентрация растворенного кислорода, микробиологическая активность, pH, температура и характер циркуляции воды, которые, в свою очередь, влияют на преобладание других параметров. Затем, детально описаны продукты коррозии железа, характерные для морской среды. Наконец, освещена роль микроорганизмов в коррозионном процессе и их влияние на сохранность памятника.
Regional economic growth based on tourism, tax policy, and budget aspects
Authors: Hakim Dani Rahman , Dewi Siti Ratna Sari
Published: January 2022

This study analyzes the determinants of regional economic growth and local government revenue (PAD) based on tourism, taxation, and budget policies in Kuningan District. This study uses the monthly data from 2015-2019 with 60 numbers of observations in total. Using the structural equation modeling partial least square (SEM-PLS), this study found that tourism, taxation, and budget policies directly affected regional economic growth. Neither does PAD affect regional economic growth nor mediate the indirect effect of tourism and taxation policies on economic growth. On the other hand, the budget policy can not moderate the influence of PAD on economic growth. This study also proves that the taxation policy reflected by the online-based tax collection system and the local tax increase budget positively affects PAD, while tourism can not affect it. This study implies that the local government of Kuningan need to focus on maximizing tourism sectors by directing the investment, budgets, and policies to develop its supporting industries.
How does proactive personality promote calling at work? A dual-path mediation model
Authors: Hanan Naila Azharia , Riasnugrahani Missiliana , Riantoputra Corina D.
Published: January 2022

In previous studies, calling mechanism as an adaptation result can be explained using the career construction theory (CCT) through the adaptive readiness and adapting response that employees have and do. However, this perspective has not accounted for external factors that might affect the adapting response impact on the formation of their calling. This study aimed at addressing this gap by using not only the CCT perspective but also the social exchange theory (SET) to see the relationship between proactive personality and individual calling through the roles of two mediators, namely job crafting and LMX. The research data were collected using an online survey involving active employees (N = 222) who have worked for at least one year in various banking industries. The data were analysed using a parallel mediation model analysis from Hayes (2017) with SPSS for Windows. The results show that proactive personality positively contributes to calling either directly or indirectly through both mediators (i.e job crafting and LMX). This dual path mediation model provides a new perspective in understanding that each job crafting and LMX has their role in explaining the mechanism of the relationship between proactive personality and the calling of the employees in their work. Therefore, this study has both theoretical and practical implications for the existing literature of calling.
Effects of Social Protection for Women in Informal Work on Maternal and Child Health Outcomes: A Systematic Literature Review
Authors: Ravindranath Divya , Rai Chowdhury Antara , Surie Aditi , Bhan Gautam
Published: January 2022

The International Labour Organization estimates that, globally, approximately two billion people are employed in the informal economy. Of this, 740 million are female workers [1]. In Asia and Africa, a large proportion of non-agricultural female workforce is employed in the informal economy in urban areas. Women workers are concentrated in sectors such as domestic work, street vending, waste picking and home-based work [2,3].
The Roles of Bacterial Products, Lipopolysaccharides and Bacteriocins, in Obesity and its Related Complications
Authors: Kazerani Hamid Reza
Published: January 2022

The expanding problem of obesity is becoming a very serious issue in developed and even developing societies.
Clinical features of anaphylaxis in children
Authors: Serbes Mahir , Sasihuseyinoglu Ayse Senay , Ozcan Dilek , Ufuk Altıntas Derya
Published: January 2022

Background: Despite the considerable increase in anaphylaxis frequency, there are limited studies on clinical features of anaphylaxis in children in developing countries. Objective: We aimed to analyze the demographic and clinical features of anaphylaxis
in children in Turkey by comparing different age groups and triggers. Methods: Medical records of 147 children, ages 0‐18 years, diagnosed with anaphylaxis between 2010 and 2019 were retrospectively analyzed. Results: The mean ± standard
deviation age at first anaphylaxis episode was 5.9 ± 5.2 years, with a male predominance (63.9%); 25.2% were infants and 52.4% were < 6 years of age at their first anaphylaxis episode; 78.2% were atopic, with the highest frequency in children with food-induced anaphylaxis (FIA).
The home (51.7%) was the most frequent setting. The overall leading cause of anaphylaxis was food (44.2%), which was more frequent at < 6 years of age, followed by drugs (28.6%) and bee venom (22.4%), both were more frequent among older children (>6 years). The patients with venom allergy
had the highest rate of rapid onset of symptoms (p < 0.001). Gastrointestinal symptoms were observed significantly more in infants (48.6%) and in children with FIA (38.5%); cardiovascular symptoms were more frequently observed in children > 6 years of age (48.6%) and in children with
drug-induced anaphylaxis (64.3%). Although recurrent anaphylaxis was reported for 23.1% of the patients, it was highest in the patients with FIA (35.9%). Overall, only 47.6% of the patients received epinephrine in the emergency department (ED) and 27.3% were referred to an allergy specialist,
with the patients with FIA having the lowest rate for both, 32.3% and 10.8%, respectively. Children with drug-induced anaphylaxis had the highest rate of severe anaphylaxis (57.1%). Conclusion: There is a need to improve anaphylaxis recognition and management in all children
regardless of age and trigger. Inadequate treatment was most evident in infants and patients with FIA.
Prognosis of food-induced anaphylaxis in children: A single-center real-life study
Authors: Buyuk Yaytokgil Sule , Kulhas Celik Ilknur , Karaatmaca Betul , Ginis Tayfur , Alim Aydin Selma , Toyran Muge , Dibek Misirlioglu Emine , Civelek Ersoy
Published: January 2022

Background: Food allergies are known to resolve over time, but there is little information on the natural history of food-induced anaphylaxis (FIA). Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the natural history of FIA in children and determine the factors
that affect prognosis. Methods: Children with FIA who were followed up for at least 3 years, between 2010 and 2020, were included. Patients' families were contacted by telephone to question their child's tolerance status and invite them for reevaluation if uncertain. The
patients were grouped as tolerant or persistent according to parent reports or reevaluation results. Logistic regression analysis was performed to determine the factors that affected persistence. Results: The study included 185 patients (62.2% boys) with 243 anaphylactic
reactions to various foods. Fifty-eight patients (31%) gained tolerance within a 3-year follow-up period. Tolerance rates were higher in patients with FIA to milk (40%) and egg (43.9%) compared with to tree nuts (18.8%), legumes (5.6%), and/or seafood (11.1%) (p < 0.001). In a multivariate
analysis, risk factors for persistent FIA were multiple food anaphylaxis (odds ratio [OR] 3.755 [95% confidence interval {CI}, 1.134‐12.431]; p = 0.030), total IgE > 100 kU/L (OR 5.786 [95% CI, 2.065‐16.207]; p = 0.001), and skin-prick test wheal size > 10 mm (OR 4.569
[95% CI, 1.395‐14.964]; p = 0 .012) at presentation. Conclusion: Approximately a third of the patients with FIA developed tolerance within 3 years. Clinicians should remember that children with food allergies, even anaphylaxis, may develop tolerance over time. Regular
follow up and reevaluation of tolerance status are necessary to avoid unnecessary elimination.
Garnisaires in France during the Napoleonic Wars: regulation of repressive measures for maintaining conscription
Authors: Krichevtsev Mikhail Vladimirovich
Published: January 2022

The Institution of garnisaires was intended for providing lodging to bystanders in the homes of residents in order to comply with the requirements of the government. In France of the early XIX century, it was implemented as a repressive measure to ensure conscription of the recalcitrant. The article describes the legal regulation of the institution of garnisaires in conducting conscription in France of the period of the Consulship and the First Empire. The object of this research is the Institution of garnisaires in the early XIX century; while the changes in legal regulation of this institution throughout the ruling of the First Consul and Emperor Napoleon I. The article employs the normative legal acts of the early XIX century: imperial decrees, governmental acts, executive orders and instructions of the officials of the central and local administration; as well as contextual analysis of legal acts, comparative-historical, and chronological methods. Taking into account that the topic of legal regulation of the institution of garnisaires is poorly covered, the article comprehensively analyzes the content of the fundamental legal acts, determines the peculiarities of stern measures applied for maintaining conscription at different stages of the reign of Napoleon I. The conclusion is made that the legal regulation of the institution of garnisaires during the indicated period has evolved from the first attempts to establish the practice of lodgment as repression, initially not implying specific restrictions, to introduction of more balanced and detailed regulation of the institution with a range of restrictive measures. The formation of legal framework of the institution was completed by 1807–1808 with issuing of the decrees of the Emperor and instructions of the Director General of Military Conscription Jean-Girard Lacuée.
EDUCATIONAL TWO WHEELED MOBILE ROBOT
Authors: Zakucia Patrik , Kelemen Michal
Published: January 2022

he article deals with the design of a mobile two wheeled robot, which is intended for educational purposes. The robot is designed as a kit with the possibility of modification and innovation. This robot gives students a chance to develop the ir creativity and skills. The remote control system was designedwith the possibility of using a mobile phone. A mobile phone software application has also been developed.
АУДИТ ІНФОРМАЦІЙНОЇ БЕЗПЕКИ НА ОСНОВІ ЗАСТОСУВАННЯ НЕЙРО-НЕЧІТКОЇ СИСТЕМИ
Authors: Lakhno Valery , Blozva Andriy , Chasnovskyi Yehor , Kryvoruchko Olena , Desyatko Alona
Published: January 2022

У статті запропоновано заходи щодо вдосконалення процедур аудиту інформаційної безпеки (АІБ) для різних об’єктів інформатизації (ОБІ). Показано, щооцінкурівняступеняінформаційноїбезпеки (ІБ) для ОБІ доцільно проводити на основі оцінювання результативності безлічі критеріїв методу аналізу ієрархій (МАІ). При цьому така оцінка ступеня ІБ і всі пов’язані з нею процедури аудиту АІБ, найбільш ефективні для багатостороннього оцінювання ІБОБІ. Запропоновано модифікований метод аналізу ієрархій, на основі застосування апарату теорії нечітких множин і нейронних мереж. Цей метод дає можливість менеджменту приймати обґрунтовані управлінські рішення у сфері ІБОБІ
ПІДВИЩЕННЯ ЕФЕКТИВНОСТІ СИСТЕМИ ВІДЕОСПОСТЕРЕЖЕННЯ ШЛЯХОМ УЗГОДЖЕННЯ СВІТЛОТЕХНІЧНИХ ПАРАМЕТРІВ ОСВІТЛЮВАЧІВ ТА ВІДЕОКАМЕР
Authors: Terletskyi Taras , Kaidyk Oleh , Ptashenchuk Vitalii
Published: January 2022

У статті приведено результати аналізу шляхів підвищення ефективності систем відеоспостереження за недостатнього освітлення. Встановлено факт неузгодженості світлотехнічних параметрів відеокамер та інфрачервоних освітлювачів, що призводить до зменшення глибини і кута сектору спостереження. Описано аналітично взаємозв’язок їх параметрів та встановлено необхідні умови, за досягнення яких можна покращити ефективність системи. Подано рекомендації стосовно застосування освітлювачів, залежно від довжини їх хвилі випромінювання та поставленої оперативної задачі.
КОМПЛЕКС ВІРТУАЛЬНИХ ЛАБОРАТОРНИХ РОБІТ ІЗ МЕХАНІКИ ТА МОЛЕКУЛЯРНОЇ ФІЗИКИ
Authors: Tochilin Sergei
Published: January 2022

При переході на дистанційну форму навчання, який обумовлений пандемією COVID-19, актуальною задачею є перенос лабораторних робіт (ЛР) по природничо-науковим дисциплінам на комп'ютери студентів у вигляді програм, що імітують їх роботу.
У даній роботі, яка носить науково-методичний характер, показано, що для імітації ЛР по природничо-науковим дисциплінам (зокрема, з фізики), доцільно використовувати кросплатформні комплекси з пакетів віртуальних лабораторних робіт, які розроблені за допомогою мов програмування Java і JavaScript, а також мови розмітки HTML5, та забезпечують виконання віртуальних ЛР при різній конфігурації програмного забезпечення компьютера користувача.
The Use of Ruthenium Complexes as Molecular Probes for Non-Canonical DNA” by Eleni Sullivan
Authors: Sullivan Eleni
Published: January 2022

This study considered the preparation of a new DNA binding Ruthenium polypyridyl complex possessing an infrared active nitrile group. The binding abilities of a novel Ruthenium complex, [Ru(TMP)2DPPZ-10-CN], to various forms of DNA—both canonical and non-canonical—were examined by performing multiple DNA titrations. DNA is of great interest as it is the carrier of genetic information for all living things. Damage to DNA can have drastically detrimental effects, so the study of its structure and replication is of great importance. Two non-canonical structures that are important are the G-quadruplex and i-motif which form at the telomeric and regulatory regions of genes, respectively, and have the ability to block telomerase activity and influence transcription. The complex was synthesized by microwave irradiation and purified using a silica column and an ion exchange with Amberlite 402. Six titrations were, then, performed with salmon sperm dsDNA, guanine monophosphate (GMP), G4T4G4, human telomere G-quadruplex, i-motif C5T3, and i-motif C30. The complex was found to favor non-canonical structures, particularly the G-quadruplex structure, because of its high [bp]/[Ru] concentrations. The higher concentration of base pairs or structures per Ruthenium molecule indicated that the complex had a high binding affinity for that particular DNA structure. These results support the notion that Ruthenium metal complexes can be used for theragnostic purposes and can be used to target the telomeric region of genes where G-quadruplex structures can be found and influence transcription initiation and inhibit telomerase activity.
Endoscopic evacuation of septated chronic subdural hemorrhage – Technical considerations, results, and outcome
Authors: Singh Harnarayan , Patir Rana , Vaishya Sandeep , Miglani Rahul , Gupta Anurag , Kaur Amandeep
Published: January 2022

Background:

Chronic subdural hematoma (cSDH) is a common entity in the elderly. Homogeneous or well-liquefied CSDH has a standard line of treatment through burr hole and irrigation. However, the management of septated chronic subdural hematoma (sCSDH) with multiple membranes does not have a well-defined surgical approach. The neomembranes forming septations prevent evacuation of clots through burr holes, and the small remaining loculi with clots will enlarge overtime to cause recurrence.

Methods:

Patients with sCSDH were operated through a minicraniotomy (2.5 cm × 2.5 cm) using rigid endoscopes for visualization of the subdural space. Using endoscope, the entire subdural space can be visualized. The neomembranes are removed with standard neurosurgical microinstruments. The entire cavity is irrigated under vision to remove all clots and ensures hemostasis.

Results:

Eighty-three endoscope-assisted evacuations were done in 68 patients from January 2016 to April 2020. Fifty (73.5%) patients had unilateral and 18 (26.5%) had bilateral subdural. Only 1 patient (1.47%) had a clinically significant recollection of subdural bleeding 1 month after the procedure. Over a mean follow-up period of 25.3 months (range 1–53 months), rest of patients did not show any recollection.

Conclusion:

Endoscopic evacuation of sCSDH is a safe and effective method and can be used to improve clot evacuation, and remove neomembranes under direct vision to reduce the rates of recollection. This method also obviates the need for larger craniotomies to remove membranes.
Understanding Mud Volcano System Using Hele-Shaw (H-S) Experiment: Seismic Confirmation at East Java Mud Volcano
Authors: Burhannudinnur Muhammad , Noeradi Dardji
Published: January 2022

Numerous researchers have carried out studies on the mud volcano system in East Java. However, there have been no experiments on the mud volcano system's mechanism, including overpressure confirmed by direct subsurface data. Therefore, this study aims to directly evaluate the mud volcano system's mechanism using the Hele-Shaw (H-S) experiment with the subsurface data confirmation. The H-S experiment utilized four primary materials: quartz sand diameter below 250 µm and 320 µm to analogize the porous layer. Gypsum flour clay is the ductile layer, while mud from the Kuwu and Kesongo Mud Volcanoes is the original material from nature. Wax represents impermeable material. The sealing layer is made of wax, and oxygen represents the natural fluids of the rock formation. The overpressured zone is created by pumping oxygen into a layer of quartz sand covered by a wax as an impermeable layer. Pressure is measured digitally, and the process is continuously recorded to produce traceable data. Each material was experimented on individually to determine the critical phase characteristics, valve fault structure geometry, and validation with seismic interpretation. The results indicate that the critical phase of the mud volcano system is characterized by the dome structure at the surface, with high intensify of gas and oil seepage. Piercement structure geometry is shown by plumbing of fluidization zone, which becomes shallower than before. Furthermore, each material's piercement structure geometry shows a consistent pattern, with differences in the density of the fault and pressure structures. Thus, the H-S experiment's validation with seismic interpretation shows a similar geometry in pressure structures and valve faults as the mud volcano system's migration paths.
Flood hazard zonation of upper kolodyne using GIS and multi criteria decision analysis in Mizoram, India
Authors: Vabeihmo Ch , Tluanga Malsawm , Blick John , Sangchungnunga Sathing , Zodinthara Francis
Published: January 2022

Kolodyne is the largest river in Mizoram. The river originates in Myanmar where it flows in a southerly direction and enters Mizoram where it is called Chhimtuipui river and it becomes the international border between India and Myanmar. The Kolodyne river meets several rivers in Mizoram before it enters Chin State in Myanmar again. The upper Kolodyne river has caused destructive floods recently, however, attempts to delineate the flood hazard zones have not been carried out. This river is a source of livelihood for many families in the region and it had wrecked havoc in the past monsoon seasons with the loss of lives and property. The potential flood hazard zonation of the upper Kolodyne watershed using geographic information systems and multi-criteria decision analysis has revealed that about 40% of the total watershed fall in the high and very high potential zones and flood control measures are needed to be updated.
Mapping of Groundwater potential zones in Lingasugur Taluk in North-eastern part of Karnataka, India using Remote Sensing, GIS and multi-criteria data analysis
Authors: Swanand Ajgaonkar , Manjunatha S.
Published: January 2022

Groundwater research has evolved tremendously as presently it is the need of society. Remote Sensing (RS) and Geographical Information System (GIS) are the main methods in finding the potential zones for the groundwater. They help in assessing, exploring, monitoring and conserving groundwater resources. A case study was conducted to find the groundwater potential zones in Lingasugur taluk, Raichur District, Karnataka State, India. Ten thematic maps were prepared for the study area such as geology, hydrogeomorphology, land use/ land cover, soil type, NDVI, NDWI, slope map, lineament density, rainfall and drainage density. A weighted overlay superimposed method was used after converting all the thematic maps in raster format. Thus from analysis, the classes in groundwater potential were made as very good, moderate, poor and very poor zones covering an area of 10.1 sq.km., 169.25 sq.km., 1732.31 sq.km. and 53.66 sq.km. respectively. By taking the present study into consideration, the future plans for urbanization, recharge structures and groundwater exploration sites can be decided.