bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Assessment of Inflammatory Status Based on Total Blood Count and Its Relationship to Cardiovascular Diseases
Authors: Tusa Anna-Boróka , Podoleanu Cristian , Szász Zsuzsanna , Magdás Annamária 
Published: February 2020

Abstract

Background: Inflammation seems to be the most important trigger for atherosclerosis. Lower extremity artery disease (LEAD) and hypertension (HTN) are the most important atherosclerotic diseases. Total blood count-derived neutrophil-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) and red cell distribution width (RDW) have been proposed as inflammatory biomarkers in cardiovascular diseases. The aim of this study was to assess the correlation with LEAD and HTN.

Material and methods: In total, 134 subjects were included in the study, divided into 2 groups as follows: group 1 – patients with LEAD and HTN; group 2 – subjects with HTN, without LEAD. Complete blood count (CBC) and lipid profile were determined. To assess peripheral artery disease, the ankle-brachial index (ABI) was measured with a handheld Doppler device (BiDop ES100V3 Hadeco®). We compared the inflammatory status between the groups with the use of white blood cell count (WBC), red cell distribution (RDW), and neutrophil-lymphocyte ratio (NLR).

Results: In group 1, there was a significant negative correlation between the ABI and RDW (p = 0.04, r2 = –0.24, 95% CI: 0.4647–0.0013), as well as between the ABI and NLR (p = 0.001, r2 = –0.38, 95% CI: 0.5801–0.1592). In group 2, there was a positive correlation between NLR and total serum cholesterol levels (p = 0.003, 95% CI: 0.1274–0.5472, r2 = 0.12), as well as between NLR and triglyceride levels (p = 0.002, 95% CI: 0.1387–0.5552, r2 = 0.13).

Conclusion: NLR and RDW could represent first-line investigations in patients with cardiovascular disease due their cost efficiency. They can also play a role in triaging patients with atherosclerotic disease, monitoring treatment response and prognosis of the disease.
Mapping Kabul’s Private Urban Green Spaces Using Geographic Information System-Supervised Classification
Authors: Hussainzad Emal Ahmad , Yusof Mohd Johari Mohd , Maruthaveeran Sreetheran 
Published: February 2020

Abstract
Private green spaces are considered an important part of urban greenery. However, the extent of private green spaces in an informal city like Kabul is unknown. To this end, this study has mapped out the private green spaces in the informal settlements of Kabul city. A Geographic Information System (GIS)-supervised image classification technique was used to identify these private green spaces in three of the 22 police districts (PDs) in the city. Briefly, the classification consisted of defining training samples, extraction of signature and classification of the imagery. As a result, 330.3 hectares were identified as private green spaces, which made up 12.3 % of the total area of informal settlements in these three districts. With 217.1 hectares, PD7 had the largest area of private green spaces among the three police districts, contributing to 65.7 % of the overall area of private green spaces, followed by PD8 (21.3 %) and PD16 (13 %). In future, the map generated in this study could be used to monitor, manage and conserve the existing urban greenery in the face of private green spaces. The results could also be utilised by the Kabul Municipality and other relevant departments to implement an upgrading programme in the informal settlements of Kabul city, which would lead to fulfilling the environmental needs of the residents.
A New Regulation for Supporting a Circular Economy in the Plastic Industry: The Case of Peru (Short Communication)
Authors: Alvarez-Risco Aldo , Rosen Marc A. , Del-Aguila-Arcentales Shyla 
Published: February 2020

Abstract
The present study shows the regulatory proposal related to plastic by the Peruvian government and also, the previous initiatives are described so that it can be taken as a reference for the successful implementation in other countries, taking into account the regulatory and business aspects at the same time.
Study of Correlations between Clinical Signs and Morphological Features Identified in Dogs Affected with Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Authors: Farray David , Rodriguez Francisco , Muñoz-Aznar Yaiza , Ravelo-García Antonio G. , Jaber José Raduan 
Published: February 2020

Abstract
This paper evaluates possible relations between the clinical activity and the histopathological findings of the entire intestine in dogs with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). To perform this study, hospital records of 64 dogs of different sex and breed diagnosed with IBD were evaluated. The results of this study did not show a statistically significant correlation between clinical activity and the histopathological assessment of dogs with IBD. Certain connections were found between diarrhea and lacteal dilation in duodenum, and hematochezia and villous epithelial injury in colon but no other associations were found between the rest of the lesions and symptoms.
Prevalence of Subclinical Mastitis Pathogens in Small Dairy Farms in Republic of North Macedonia
Authors: Janevsкi Aleksandar , Cvetkovikj Iskra , Kiprijanovska Sanja , Dimovski Aleksandar , Davalieva Katarina , Angelovski Ljupco , Kjosevski Miroslav , Mitrov Dine 
Published: February 2020

Abstract
Subclinical mastitis is an asymptomatic udder infection distributed worldwide with enormous losses in the dairy industry. The study’s objective was to determine the presence of this pathological condition in small dairy farms in the R. of N. Macedonia and to identify the most common associated bacteria. Milk samples were obtained from 96 dairy cows (378 udder quarters) in seven dairy farms, in 3 consecutive samplings 24–72 hours apart. The samples were cultured on routine bacteriological growth media and incubated for 24–48 hours. The isolates were identified by AximaiD Plus MALDITOF MS Platform. Subclinical mastitis was found in 49 animals (51%) and 104 infected quarters (27%). The most frequent isolated bacteria on cow level were Streptococcus uberis (19.4%), Staphylococcus haemolyticus (13.4%), Staphylococcus aureus (7.4%) and Staphylococcu ssimulans (7.4%). On quarter level, the most isolated pathogen was Streptococcus uberis (35.6%) followed by Staphylococcu shaemolyticus and Staphylococcus aureus (10.3% and 9.2% respectively). Subclinical mastitis was found to be highly present in the selected small dairy farms. The most prevalent bacteria identified in the dairy farms (Streptococcus uberis, Staphylococcus aureus and coagulase–negative staphylococci) indicate that poor management and udder health practices, inadequate milking procedures and lack of mastitis control strategies greatly contribute to occurrence and persistence of subclinical mastitis.
Cold War Television Diplomacy: The German Democratic Republic on Finnish television
Authors: Saarenmaa Laura , Cronqvist Marie 
Published: February 2020

AbstractThis article opens a new perspective on Finland’s Cold War history by highlighting the role of the Finnish Broadcasting Company (YLE) in providing information about the German Democratic Republic as a particular polity, economy, and key player in the European Cold War landscape. The analysis is based on search results from the YLE digital database (Metro) from 1970–1989, and it is supported by documents from the German Broadcasting Archive [Deutsches Rundfunkarchiv] and the YLE company archive. The archive documents and metadata testify about a long-term interest in East Germany in Finnish television, as well as long-term contacts and collaboration between East German and Finnish television companies, in the executive as well as at grass roots levels.
Hungarian Adaptation of the Sport Commitment Questionnaire-2 and Test of an Expanded Model with Psychological Variables
Authors: Berki Tamás , Pikó Bettina F. , Page Randy M. 
Published: February 2020

Abstract
The aims of this study were to adapt the Hungarian version of the Sport Commitment Questionnaire-2 and test an expanded Sport Commitment Model (SCM) with psychological variables.
Participants were 526 adolescent athletes (aged 14-18 years, 52.3% males). Applied scales were the following: Hungarian version of the Sport Commitment Questionnaire-2, Consideration of the Future Consequences Scale and Health Attitudes Scale. Exploratory, confirmatory, and path analysis were used for statistical analysis.
Our result showed adequate construct validity of the Hungarian version of Sport Commitment Questionnaire-2. We found several positive predictors of Enthusiastic Commitment and three positive predictors of Constrained Commitment. We found that Health Attitudes had positive relationship with Constrained Commitment and it was associated with future goals and plans; whereas Enthusiastic Commitment had a positive relationship, and Constrained Commitment had a negative relationship with Future Orientation.
Information about sport commitment provided by Sport Commitment Questionnaire may be useful as a tool to prevent dropout among young athletes.
Determination of Recent Movements of Lithosphere in Regions with Chemogenic Sediments on the Surface in the Dinarides Region
Authors: Đapo Almin , Pribičević Boško , Špiranec Lidija 
Published: February 2020

Abstract
In the area of carbonate or karst Dinarides, besides the dominant carbonate rocks and subordinate clastics, in more places more significant mass of chemical sediments can be found, represented by gypsum and anhydrite. As chemical sediments are specifically lighter than overlying rocks, they have been, during the long geological history, trying to achieve isostatic equilibrium, or get out on the ground surface. In recent times, in areas with chemical sediments, a larger tectonic activity is noted than in the wider environment. This is certainly reflected in increased vertical and tangential displacements along major faults in relation to the surrounding area, which are built mainly of carbonate deposits. Determining the amount of movement of diapiric bodies, as absolute and relative, using the most modern surveying methods, precisely would assist the understanding of the tectonic movements and recent structural relations in a wider area
Kinematics of Reference Height Network on the Territory of Rivne Npp
Authors: Tretyak Kornyliy , Petrov Sergiy , Bokhonko Sergiy , Babiy Lyubov , Shpakivskyy Oleg 
Published: February 2020

Abstract
Rivne Nuclear Power Plant (NPP) is located in western Ukraine. Construction of the station began in 1976. Totally four power generating units are operating on the station. Complicated geological conditions and display of man-made karst led to the need for monitoring of sediments and deformations on Rivne NPP. Since 1984 on the Rivne NPP there were conducted geodetic observations on the conditions of height reference network consisting of nine deep fixed reference points, which are installed in basaltic rocks. Totally 110 cycles of observations were conducted. The heights of fixed reference points were determined by leveling of I-st class. It is necessary to assess the kinematics of the reference height network and implement zoning of station territory according to a speed of inclination of the earth's surface. An average annual rates of displacement which appear as a linear trend weredetermined on the results of measurements for each fixed reference point by the least squares method. Excluding these values the vertical displacements of fixed reference points were derived and only the periodic component that is changing according to the periodic law remained present there. For each fixed reference point it was determined amplitude and optimum oscillation period and the coefficients of regression equations. Using the annual velocity of displacement of fixed reference points it was done the zoning of the Rivne NPP. There were allocated areas, which were characterized by different rates of inclinations and frequency of oscillations
The usefulness of neutrophil/lymphocyte count ratio in the diagnosis and prognosis of bacterial sepsis – An old parameter with new implications
Authors: Orfanu Alina , Popescu Cristina , Tilişcan Cătălin , Streinu-Cercel Adrian , Aramă Victoria , Aramă Ştefan Sorin 
Published: February 2020

Abstract

Aims: To analyze the diagnostic role of neutrophil/lymphocyte count ratio (NLCR) in sepsis and to evaluate its usefulness in appreciating the prognosis of septic patients.

Methods : A prospective analysis of patients diagnosed with sepsis between October 2015 and July 2017 was performed. A control group of patients with systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS) with noninfectious causes was recruited. The sensitivity, specificity and AUC of NCLR for sepsis diagnosis were comparatively assessed with other biomarkers including fibrinogen (FIB), C-reactive protein (CRP) and procalcitonin (PCT). The baseline levels of NLCR were correlated with APACHE IV, APS and SOFA scores of severity.

Results : We enrolled 105 patients with sepsis and 37 patients with noninfectious SIRS. NLCR had significantly higher levels in the first group (p---lt---0.05). For an optimal cut-off value of 8.18, the sensitivity, specificity and AUC of NLCR for sepsis diagnosis were 70.5%, 72.2% and 0.766, respectively. A cut-off value of 12.0 led to moderate sensitivity (58.7%) and moderate-to-high specificity (89%). For patients with SOFA score over 2 points, the characteristics did not significantly improve. The correlations between baseline NCLR and the severity scores were not statistically significant.

Conclusion : NLCR levels were significantly higher in sepsis group compared to noninfectious SIRS group. NLCR had moderate sensitivity and specificity regarding sepsis diagnosis. Baseline levels of NLCR did not correlate with the severity scores, so its usefulness in sepsis prognosis was limited.
BEBAN KERJA BERPENGARUH TERHADAP BURNOUT DENGAN VARIABEL WORK FAMILY CONFLICT SEBAGAI PEMEDIASI
Authors: Wijaya I Made Agus Putra , Wibawa I Made Artha 
Published: February 2020

The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of workload on burnout with work family conflict as a mediating variable on female employees at PT Bank BRI Denpasar Gajah Mada. In this study the determination of samples using Slovin formula with purposive sampling method, the sample used was female employees as many as 61 respondents, through path analysis techniques (path analysis). Based on the results of the analysis it can be seen that the workload has a positive and significant effect on burnout on female employees at PT Bank BRI Denpasar Gajah Mada. Workload has a positive and significant effect on work family conflict on female employees at PT Bank BRI Denpasar Gajah Mada. Work family conflict has a positive and significant effect on burnout in female employees at PT Bank BRI Denpasar Gajah Mada. Work family conflict mediates the positive effect of workload on burnout on female employees at PT Bank BRI Denpasar Gajah Mada.
Keywords: workload, burnout, work family conflict
PERAN CITRA MEREK MEMEDIASI PENGARUH KEWAJARAN HARGA TERHADAP KEPUTUSAN PEMBELIAN PRODUK ONLINESHOP ZALORA DI DENPASAR
Authors: Wahyuni Ni Putu Lely , Rahanatha Gede Bayu 
Published: February 2020

Online shopping is one of trend that is growing rapidly nowadays. Now the technological advancement supported rapid growth of the online shopping and make it easier for consumer to shopping. Consumer is more selective to make purchase decision, consumer tend to chose product that have good brand image and compatible price. This research aims to find out the influence between price and purchase decision with brand image as a mediation variable. Realizing the potential of market online especially the fashion product, then this research raising the topic with price fairness, brand image and purchase decision as the objects. Respondents are them who have been online purchasing. The survey conducted by spreading questionnaire than measured by likert’s scale. Data analyzed by path analysis and sobel test. The result of this research showed than variable brand image capable of being mediated the influence between price fairness and consumer purchase decision.
Keywords :price fairness, brand image, purchase decision
KULIT BUAH JERUK LIMAU (Citrus amblycarpa (Hassk.) Osche) SEBAGAI ANALGESIK
Authors: Maharani R. A. I. K. , Cahyaningsih N. K. , Abimanyu M. D. , Astuti K. W. 
Published: February 2020

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are the treatment options for relieving pain. However, long-term use can trigger gastrointestinal bleeding. Therefore, alternative analgesics which have the same therapeutic effect with lower side effects are needed. Limau (Citrus amblycarpa) is an empirical drug for tingling and cramping. The aim of the study is to determine the analgesic activity of ethanol extract of C. amblycarpa fruit peel. The method used in testing analgesic activity is the Hot Plate method. The study was conducted by dividing 30 mice into 6 groups. The group given CMC-Na 1% was used as a negative control, the group given suspension of sodium diclofenac dose of 6.5 mg/kg of body weight was used as a positive control, and the group given suspension of ethanol extract of C. amblycarpa fruit peel with dose variations 100, 300 and 600 mg/kg of body weight. The test animals were placed on top of the Hot Plate with a temperature of 70°C at 30 minutes after giving suspension test and the response time of mice to heat was observed every 30 minutes for 3 hours with cut off time 15 second. Based on the test results, it can be concluded that the administration of ethanol extract of C. amblycarpa fruit peel with 100, 300 and 600 mg/kg of body weight gave analgesic activity on mice compared to the negative controls (CMC-Na 1%).

Keywords: C. amblycarpa, Fruit Peel, Analgesics, Hot Plate
SINTESIS DAN KARAKTERISASI SILIKA GEL DARI ABU VULKANIK GUNUNG AGUNG MELALUI TEKNIK SOL-GEL
Authors: Utari N. P. S. N. , Sudiarta I W. , Suarya P. 
Published: February 2020

Mount Agung in Karangasem, Bali which erupted in September 2017 produced abundant volcanic ash. This ash can be used as a raw material for making silica gel. The stages of the research carried out included analysis of the content of silicon (Si), synthesis of silica gel using sol-gel technique, characterization using FTIR, X-RD instruments as well as surface acidity. The results of the analysis using the X-RD instrument showed the presence of silicon from SiO2 found at 2? = 28,07530. The silica gel yield obtained in this study was 15.05% w/w. The results of the characterization with the FTIR instrument showed that silica gel from volcanic ash of Mount Agung had the main Si-OH and Si-O-Si groups. The hydroxyl bond from Si-OH grup were found at ±3649.32 cm-1 for stretching vibrations and ±1687,71 cm-1 for bending vibrations. Si-O bond from Si-O-Si group were found at ±1207.44 cm-1 for asymmetric stretching vibrations and ±482.20 cm-1 for bending vibrations. Diffractogram showed that the silica gel had an amorphous structure with surface acidity of 18.0222 mmol/g and a surface area of 36.5514 m2/g.
Keywords: Agung mountain, silica gel, sol-gel, vulcano ash
DAMMARANE-TYPE TRITERPENOIDS FROM THE STEMBARK OF CHISOCHETON PENTANDRUS (MELIACEAE)
Authors: Katja D. G. , Salam S. , Nurlelasari . , Harneti D. , Maharani R. , Supratman U. , Shiono Y. 
Published: February 2020

Two dammarane-type triterpenoids, cabraleadiol (1) and cabraleahydroxylactone (2), have been isolated from n-hexane extract of the stembark of Chisocheton pentandrus (Meliaceae). The structure of compounds 1 and 2 were determined by spectroscopic data mainly NMR and mass as well as by comparing with previously reported spectral data. Compounds 1 and 2 were reported for the first time from Chisocheton pentandrus.

Keywords: Cabraleadiol, Cabraleahydroxylactone, Chisocheton pentandrus, Meliaceae.
INTRODUCCIÓN A LA TEORÍA DEL CIERRE CATEGORIAL: UN ACERCAMIENTO DESDE LA HISTORIA DE LA TEORIZACIÓN FILOSÓFICA SOBRE LA CIENCIA
Authors: Herrera Melo Arturo 
Published: February 2020

En este trabajo se polemiza con los periodos institucionalizados por la historia de la teorización filosófica sobre la ciencia, al mismo tiempo que son expuestos. También se describen las cuatro familias de teorías de la ciencia propuestas por el Materialismo Gnoseológico de Gustavo Bueno y dentro de una de ellas, el circularismo, se postula a la Teoría del Cierre Categorial como el ejemplar más sobresaliente. Finalmente, se explica cómo la arquitectura, el dinamismo y la potencia de la Teoría del Cierre Categorial representan la superación radical de todas las teorías de la ciencia predecesoras. Este trabajo pretende constituirse como un recurso bibliográfico indispensable para que el público Hispanoamericano, poco familiarizado con el Materialismo Filosófico, pueda acercase teoría de la ciencia que de él se deriva.
ANÁLISE DE UM PROJETO DE EFICIÊNCIA ENERGÉTICA EM UM POSTO DE COMBUSTÍVEIS COM BASE METODOLÓGICA NO PROTOCOLO INTERNACIONAL DE MEDIÇÃO E VERIFICAÇÃO DE PERFORMANCE (PIMVP)
Authors: Azevedo Anderson Prado , Neto Airton de Souza Gama , Garcia Lúcio Fabiano Sales , Gomes William Alves de Souza 
Published: February 2020

Nos dias atuais, as empresas estão buscando cada vez mais soluções para melhorar a eficiência do sistema de energia, porém, os grandes desafios deste setor estão no aumento do custo e da demanda, além da integração de fontes renováveis e do envelhecimento da infraestrutura energética. A utilização racional de energia, chamada simplesmente de eficiência energética, consiste em usar menos energia para fornecer a mesma quantidade de valor energético. Por sua vez, eficiência energética é uma atividade que procura aperfeiçoar o uso das fontes de energia. Este trabalho visa analisar a eficiência energética com a aplicação de metodologias propostas no protocolo de medição e verificação. Este protocolo permite conhecer o quanto está sendo efetivamente economizado, de modo a otimizar o consumo e gastos de energia, a fim de aumentar a produtividade; visando uma boa gestão em eficiência energética. Com base neste Protocolo Internacional de Medição e Verificação de Performance (PIMVP) foi desenvolvido um estudo de caso para avaliar a implantação da eficiência energética em um Posto de Combustíveis, no município de Campos dos Goytacazes - Rio de Janeiro, assim como uma elaboração do diagnóstico energético das instalações do posto de combustíveis, onde foram feitos levantamentos de dados em campo e medições do consumo de energia, com o intuito de verificar a viabilidade econômica e a redução do consumo e gastos de energia elétrica.Palavras-chave: Eficiência Energética – Medição & Verificação; Gestão em Eficiência Energética.