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Deep desulfurization of sintering flue gas in iron and steel works based on low-temperature oxidation
Authors: Meng Hua 
Published: November 2020

AbstractThe deep desulfurization method of sintering flue gas based on the low-temperature oxidation method is studied. Based on the analysis of the main principle of deep desulfurization of sintering flue gas, a deep desulfurization system of sintering flue gas is constructed, which is composed of an absorption washing unit and a washing solution treatment unit. Sodium hydroxide solution is used as the desulfurizing absorbent to mix with the sintering flue gas entering the reaction tower. Sulfur dioxide in the sintering flue gas reacts with sodium hydroxide to generate sodium sulfite, and sodium sulfite is oxidized to produce sodium sulfate; ozone is produced by ozone generator, nitrogen oxide compounds are oxidized by ozone to generate oxyacid, which is easy to be removed by sodium hydroxide washing solution, and the detergent is the same as that used to remove sulfur dioxide and dust. The experimental results show that the highest desulfurization rate and denitrification rate of the proposed method are 90% and over 22%, and the reaction efficiency and economy are significantly better than that of the comparative method, which shows that the method is reasonable and effective.
The Cognitive Paradigm of Jingshen
Authors: Chen Zhong , Yao Tingting 
Published: November 2020

Abstract
At present, semiotic studies at home and abroad generally attach importance to the interpretation of symbols themselves, while the efforts in researching on the cognitive subject of symbols needs to be intensified and more attention should be paid to the process of symbolic activities. Cultural semiotics of jingshen attempts to construct a brand-new cognitive paradigm, not only to interpret the meaning of symbols, but also to develop the study of the relationship between the subject and the object in symbolic activities. In fact, the process of symbolic activities has been constantly emphasized in traditional Chinese culture. Although for an individual “the known” is infinite and “the knowable” is finite, the limitation of “the knowable” can be overcome through “self-cultivation.” The Chinese sages raised the concept of the “unity of three-tiered self-cultivation,” namely “unity of the mind and the body,” “unity of the mind and the objective world,” and “unity of apriorism and empiricism.” From the perspective of the cognitive paradigm, this concept gives due attention to the process of symbolic activities by emphasizing the effect of the cultivation of the cognitive subject on symbolic cognition and interpretation. The unity of the “three-tiered self-cultivation” of the cognitive subject can promote the development of a cultural semiotics of jingshen to construct an ideal cognitive paradigm in pursuing jingshen freedom and liberating symbolic meaning.
Inorganic chemistry laboratory experiment on an energetic nickel (II) coordination compound, aimed at third-year undergraduate students
Authors: Demirci Umit B. , Bernaud Laurent 
Published: November 2020

Abstract
This inorganic chemistry laboratory experiment, aimed at third-year undergraduate students, focuses on an energetic coordination compound, tris(hydrazine)nickel(II) nitrate [Ni(N2H4)3][NO3]2. As long as the solid is not subject to mechanical stimuli (impact and friction), it can be safely synthesized and handled. In our laboratory conditions (see supplementary information), the experiment includes synthesis of [Ni(N2H4)3][NO3]2 in two different morphologies, visual inspection of the samples, analysis by IR spectroscopy, checking the crystallinity by powder X-ray diffraction, 3D visualization of the crystal structure by means of a free program, and observation by scanning electron microscopy. In that respect, the experiment, as a whole, introduces students to nickel(II) complexes, coordination compounds, energetic materials, sonochemical and morphology-controlled syntheses, and a 3D visualization program for crystal structures and structural models. This laboratory experiment is also proposed in the form of alternate (light) versions so that it can be adopted in another inorganic chemistry laboratory that may have restrictions in terms of equipment, and in another third-year curriculum.
Experiencing the Riverscape: An Eco-Spiritual Decoding of Gangetic ‘Triveni-Sangam’ in select writings of Neelum Saran Gour
Authors: Das Chhandita , Tripathi Priyanka 
Published: November 2020

AbstractContemporary times have triggered for an interdisciplinary cusp between disciplines that were conventionally read in a hinged academic encore. The Gangetic ‘Triveni-Sangam’ near Allahabad city where three holy rivers Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati converge, is believed to be the holiest riverscape as one drop of amrit (nectar) during ocean churning by Gods and demons fell into its water and therefore, bathing and dipping in this sangam or confluence is considered auspicious. It is not that people only experience such spiritual values, rather internalize the same, even sometimes beyond religious restraints formulating a holistic human and ecological bonding. Therefore, river or for that matter riverscape like sangam transcends the environmental physical boundary to the living one as it shapes people’s experiences and accordingly adds meaning in their lives. Indian English author Neelum Saran Gour’s fictional representation of the riverscape of Gangetic ‘Triveni-Sangam’ in her select writings like Allahabad Aria (2015), Invisible Ink (2015), and Requiem in Raga Janki (2018) are woven within the interdisciplinary framework of ‘eco-spirituality’. The present research will examine how riverscape as an eco-spiritual entity shapes individuals’ experiences and helps them to locate the ‘self’ both in vyashti (the individual) and samashti (the collective) scale.
Mendelssohn, Kant, and Religious Pluralism
Authors: Guyer Paul 
Published: November 2020

Abstract
Two foremost spokesmen for the German Enlightenment, Moses Mendelssohn and Immanuel Kant, continued the defence of the separation of church and state that was at the heart of the Enlightenment in general and advocated by such great predecessors as Roger Williams and John Locke and contemporaries such as James Madison. The difference between Mendelssohn and Kant on which I focus here is that while Mendelssohn argues against his critics that Judaism is the appropriate religion for a specific people without being appropriate for all, thus implying more generally that different religions are appropriate for groups with different histories, Kant argues first that Judaism is not a genuine religion at all, second that Christianity provides the most suitable symbols or aesthetic representations of the core truths of the religion of reason, and finally that in any case all historical religion will ultimately fade away in favour of the pure religion of reason. Kant’s assumptions are tendentious and his conclusion implausible; Mendelssohn’s view that religion and differences of religion are here to stay provides a far stronger basis for genuine toleration and a strict separation of church and state.
IlTeetetoe il suo rapporto con ilCratilo
Authors: Brancacci Aldo 
Published: November 2020

AbstractWith the use of a particular metaphor, which appears at the end of theCratylusand is taken up with perfect symmetry at the beginning of theTheaetetus, Plato certainly wanted to indicate the succession ofCratylus–Theaetetusas an order for reading the two dialogues, which Trasillus faithfully reproduced in structuring the second tetralogy of Platonic dialogues. The claim of the theory of ideas, with which theCratylusends, must therefore be considered the background in which to place not only the analysis of the name carried out in theCratylus, but also the discussion and criticism of the epistemological theories examined and refuted in theTheaetetus. The transition from the discussion of the name to that of thelogosis another important theoretical element that connects the two dialogues. Another one is the theory of knowledge, already precisely elaborated in theCratylus, and taken up and deepened in theTheaetetus. Finally, the theme of false and error is a third theoretical element common to the two dialogues, which, starting fromEuthydemus, finds its solution in theSophist.
Comparison of STM’s reliability system on the example of selected element
Authors: Buda-Ożóg Lidia 
Published: November 2020

Abstract
This paper presents optimization of the reliability system for different Strut and Tie models of beams loaded with a torsional and bending moment. In this paper, three STMs depending on the angle of diagonal strut were compared. The presented beam models have a serial system reliability. In the analyses, the full correlation of the top chord of truss - upper reinforcement, full correlation of bottom chord of truss - compression concrete, full correlation of members mapping individual stirrups and concrete in diagonals between stirrups. Estimation of the reliability of the adopted structures was carried out in a software package of Strurel. The variables of concrete, and steel strength as well as concentrated load magnitude were described by a mean value, a standard deviation and a type of distribution. Summing up the results of the analysis, it was noted, that methods for reliability estimation using information about the model’s reliability structure are an excellent alternative to time consuming simulation methods. These methods allow not only to estimate the reliability of the structure, but also to determine the impact of individual members on the reliability of the entire element.
Free cyclic group actions on highly-connected 2n-manifolds
Authors: Su Yang , Yang Jianqiang 
Published: November 2020

Abstract
In this paper we study smooth orientation-preserving free actions of the cyclic group

ℤ
/
m

{\mathbb{Z}/m}

on a class of

(

n
-
1

)

{(n-1)}

-connected

2
⁢
n

{2n}

-manifolds,

♯
⁡

♯
⁡

g
⁢

(

S
n

×

S
n

)

Σ

{\mathbin{\sharp}g(S^{n}\times S^{n})\mathbin{\sharp}\Sigma}

, where Σ is a homotopy

2
⁢
n

{2n}

-sphere. When

n
=
2

{n=2}

, we obtain a classification up to topological conjugation. When

n
=
3

{n=3}

, we obtain a classification up to smooth conjugation. When

n
≥
4

{n\geq 4}

, we obtain a classification up to smooth conjugation when the prime factors of m are larger than a constant

C
⁢

(
n
)

{C(n)}

.
Seismic prediction of lithofacies heterogeneity in paleogene hetaoyuan shale play, Biyang depression, China
Authors: Li Linjing , Lyu Qiqi , Shang Fei 
Published: November 2020

AbstractShale lithofacies identification and prediction are of great importance for the successful shale gas and oil exploration. Based on the well and seismic fine calibration, extraction, and optimization of seismic attributes, root mean square (RMS) amplitude analysis is used to predict the spatial–temporal distribution of various lithofacies in the fifth organic-matter-rich interval, and the prediction results are confirmed by the logging data and geological background. The results indicate that in the early expansion system tract, dolomitic shale and calcareous shale were widely developed and argillaceous shale, silty shale, and argillaceous siltstone only developed in the periphery of deep depression. With the lake level rising, argillaceous shale and calcareous shale were well-developed, and argillaceous shale interbedded with silty shale or argillaceous siltstone developed in deep or semi-deep lake. In the late expansion system tract, argillaceous shale was widely deposited in the deepest sag; calcareous shale presented in eastern sag with belt distribution.
On the generalized nonmeasurability of Vitali sets and Bernstein sets
Authors: Kharazishvili Alexander 
Published: November 2020

Abstract
It is shown that the cardinality of the continuum is not real-valued
measurable if and only if there exists no nonzero σ-finite diffused
measure μ on the real line such that all Vitali sets (respectively all Bernstein
sets) are μ-measurable.
Visible light mediated aerobic oxidative hydroxylation of 2-oxindole-3-carboxylate esters: an alternative approach to 3-hydroxy-2-oxindoles
Authors: Wang Jinge , Osman Siyitemer , Lu Xinjiang , Chen Junyi , Xia Xu-Dong 
Published: November 2020

Abstract
A convenient aerobic oxidative hydroxylation of 3-substituted oxindoles under mild reaction conditions is described herein. This process was accomplished by the activation of molecular oxygen in the air in the presence of a photocatalyst under the irradiation of visible light. The desired product was delivered in up to 89% yield without the addition of base or stoichiometric oxidant.
Inheritance of the number of ray flowers in sunflower
Authors: Soroka Anatoliy I. , Boika Olena A. , Lyakh Viktor A. 
Published: November 2020

Abstract
The number, shape, size and color of the sunflower ray flowers are widely used as marker traits in hybrid seed production, for identification of genotypes, in ornamental floriculture. However, there is not enough information about the genetic control of these traits. The inheritance of the number of ray flowers and their absence on inflorescences was studied in cultivated sunflower. In the first case, two inbred lines of mutant origin with a contrasting manifestation of the studied trait were crossed. The F1 hybrid held an intermediate position between the parents, but approached the parental line with a large number of ray flowers. The average value of the number of petals in F2 was close to F1. The study of segregation in F2 showed that the trait “number of ray flowers” is inherited polygenically and controlled by three pairs of non-allelic genes with additive effects. The inheritance of the absence of ray flowers was studied by crossing a line with petals and an apetalous accession. F1 hybrid showed ray flowers, and in F2, segregation close to 42 (with ray flowers): 22 (without ray flowers) was observed. This implies participation of three non-allelic genes in the control of this trait, one of which in a recessive state suppresses the action of two other recessive genes. The revealed patterns of inheritance expand the information in the field of private genetics of sunflower and allow performing more purposeful breeding of this crop.
Effects of metformin and insulin therapy regimens on postpartum oral glucose tolerance test results in pregnant women with gestational diabetes mellitus: a comparative study
Authors: Jahanshahi Moghadaseh , Shahmirzadi Arash Rezaei , Kashani Elham , Alipoor Reza , Vosough Shoreh 
Published: November 2020

Abstract

Objectives
The main purpose of this study was to compare the effects of two regimens of metformin and insulin therapy on postpartum oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) results in pregnant women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM).

Methods
In this single-blind randomized clinical trial (RCT), a total number of 60 pregnant women meeting the inclusion criteria were assigned to two groups with a randomized block design (RBD): insulin therapy (IT) group (30 patients) and metformin therapy (MT) group (30 patients). At baseline, the data were comprised of prenatal maternal age, gestational age, GDM diagnosis, and maternal weight/height. During the postpartum period, 5-cc blood samples were taken from the pregnant women concerned to analyze their fasting blood sugar (FBS) levels. Then, the patients were asked to come back four days and six weeks later after delivery to check the OGTT results. At six weeks postpartum, in addition to OGTT, the glycated hemoglobin (HbA1C) test was performed for all mothers. Finally, six weeks after delivery, these mothers were evaluated with regard to weight loss and body mass index (BMI).

Results
Six weeks postpartum, the maternal weight and BMI significantly decreased in the MT group compared with the IT one, while there was no significant difference between both groups at baseline. On the fourth day, the OGTT results in the MT group were significantly lower in comparison with those in the IT group (p=0.012). At sixth weeks postpartum, the OGTT results were comparably lower in the MT group than those reported for the IT one; however, such a difference was not statistically significant (p=0.087).

Conclusions
According to the study results, metformin could be an effective and safe treatment for pregnant women suffering from GDM instead of insulin therapy.
What’s so funny? Adaptive versus maladaptive humor styles as mediators between early maladaptive schemas and resilience
Authors: McCullars Adrianne , Richie Fallon J. , Klibert Jeffrey J. , Langhinrichsen-Rohling Jennifer 
Published: November 2020

Abstract
This study examined whether different humor styles (adaptive vs. maladaptive) mediate the relationship between early maladaptive schemas (EMS) and current levels of resilience. Results from a sample of 511 college students indicated that individuals endorsing EMS were significantly more likely to engage in maladaptive humor and significantly less likely to engage in adaptive humor, both of which predicted decreased resilience. Interestingly, affiliative, self-enhancing, and aggressive humor styles each significantly partially mediated the relationship between EMS and resilience. The partial mediation suggests that lower levels of affiliative and self-enhancing humor and higher levels of aggressive humor may be mechanisms by which EMS influences resiliency. To the extent that clinical interventions can incorporate and explore one’s awareness of their usage of humor, individuals with maladaptive humor styles, particularly those endorsing EMS, may experience benefits from re-focusing on adaptive humor styles. This study highlights the clinical importance of assessing for and focusing on distinct humor styles when promoting overall wellness.
Effect of enzymatic hydrolysis on the formation and structural properties of peanut protein gels
Authors: Jiang Shan , Zhang Junting , Li Suhong , Zhang Chunhong 
Published: November 2020

Abstract
The limited enzymatic hydrolysis gelation method was investigated using peanut protein isolate (PPI) without any coagulators. A peanut protein gel could be formed by enzyme treatment with Alcalase at low temperature (50–70 °C). The influence of enzymatic hydrolysis on the rheological and physicochemical properties was investigated. Structural changes in the PPI were characterized by analyzing the subunits, chemical forces, surface hydrophobicity, fluorescence spectra, and circular dichroism (CD) spectra. The results revealed that enzymatic hydrolysis significantly affected the conarachin II protein of PPI, and had little influence on conarachin I and the basic subunits of arachin. Hydrophobic interaction was the main chemical force active in the peanut protein gel. An increase in the surface hydrophobicity coupled with red-shifts of the fluorescence spectra indicated that inner hydrophobic regions were exposed after hydrolysis, resulting in gel formation via hydrophobic interactions. The CD spectra showed that significant changes occurred in the secondary structure of PPI, where the ordered PPI structure formed a more open structure after enzymatic hydrolysis.
Effect of Vitamin D status on QTc interval in type 2 diabetes mellitus
Authors: Ravichandran Suresh , Srivastav Shival , Haridas Kamble Prathamesh , Shukla Ravindra , Sharma Praveen , Sharma Rajesh 
Published: November 2020

Abstract

Objectives
Diabetes mellitus (DM) is associated with autonomic neuropathy and metabolic abnormalities. These predispose the patients to prolongation of QTc and risk of arrhythmias and sudden cardiac death. Vitamin D may also cause QTc prolongation. We hypothesized that concomitant Vitamin D deficiency and Type 2 DM may act in synergy to prolong QTc interval.

Methods
Newly diagnosed Type 2 DM patients were recruited from Department of Endocrinology. Lead II ECG was acquired for 5 min during supine rest using a digital data acquisition system. QTc interval extraction was performed using software. 25-hydroxy Vitamin D estimation was done using Chemiluminescence method. Patients were divided into two groups- Vitamin D deficient and insufficient (VDD/I) and optimal (VDO) as per standard criteria. QTc intervals were compared between the two groups.

Results
Sixty-five patients participated in the study. Age was comparable between the groups (p=0.67, Unpaired t-test). There was no significant difference amongst QTc intervals between the groups (p=0.19, Mann Whitney test). Also, there was no significant correlation between Vitamin D levels and QTc intervals assessed using Spearman’s correlation coefficient.

Conclusions
While it seems plausible, coexisting Vitamin D deficiency and Type 2 DM probably do not act in synergy to prolong QTc interval. These findings merit future research on larger cohorts to investigate the relationship between Vitamin D status and newly diagnosed Type 2 DM on QTc intervals.
On the Monotonicity of a Nondifferentially Mismeasured Binary Confounder
Authors: Peña Jose M. 
Published: November 2020

Abstract
Suppose that we are interested in the average causal effect of a binary treatment on an outcome when this relationship is confounded by a binary confounder. Suppose that the confounder is unobserved but a nondifferential proxy of it is observed. We show that, under certain monotonicity assumption that is empirically verifiable, adjusting for the proxy produces a measure of the effect that is between the unadjusted and the true measures.
England and the Catholic Reformation: The Peripheries Strike Back
Authors: Kelly James E. 
Published: November 2020

Abstract
Although the Protestant Reformation has traditionally been the focus of research on early modern England, the last two decades have witnessed a rapid increase in scholarship on the experience of the country’s Catholics. Questions surrounding the implementation of the Catholic Reformation in England have been central since the topic’s inception as a subject of academic interest, and the field has more recently captured the attention of, amongst others, literary scholars, musicologists and those working on visual and material culture. This article is a position paper that argues early modern English Catholicism, though not doing away with all continuities from before the country’s definitive break with Rome, was fully engaged with the global Catholic Reformation, both being influenced by it, but also impacting its progression. Whether through reading and writing, or more physical expressions of mission and reform, English Catholicism was a vital part of the wider Catholic Reformation.
The End of the Age of Reformation? 2017 as an Ecumenical Approach to the Reformation
Authors: Frank Günter 
Published: November 2020

Abstract
What was the message of the 500th anniversary of the Reformation in 2017 in Germany? In preparation for the jubilee, there was an intensive debate on how to commemorate this anniversary. Critical examinations by historians warned about personalizing this anniversary too much by showing that the anniversaries in the past were usually politically “exploited.” In the end, it became clear for several reasons that an adequate commemoration of the Reformation jubilee today could be justifiable only in an ecumenical celebration serving both commemoration and reconciliation. In this regard, the 2017 jubilee was the first Reformation anniversary to be commemorated ecumenically. And in this respect, the year 2017 marks the end of the controversial age of Reformation.