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Tratamiento farmacológico y no farmacológico de la enfermedad pulmonar obstructiva crónica
Authors: Molina-Franky Jessica , Roa Cubaque Marcela América , Corredor Gamba Sandra Patricia , Polanía Robayo Alba Yanira , Rojas Laverde Maria del Pilar 
Published: November 2019

Introducción. La enfermedad pulmonar obstructiva crónica (EPOC), caracterizada por limitación del flujo aéreo, constituye una patología con alta prevalencia y mortalidad a nivel mundial, representada por exacerbaciones que requieren escalonar el tratamiento; el abordaje se realiza por medio de medidas farmacológicas y no farmacológicas. Objetivo. Sintetizar los aspectos relevantes de las principales guías de manejo y de los artículos científicos acerca del tratamiento farmacológico y no farmacológico de la enfermedad pulmonar obstructiva crónica. Método. Revisión descriptiva sobre el tratamiento farmacológico y no farmacológico de la enfermedad pulmonar obstructiva crónica, a partir de la búsqueda de literatura publicada en bases de datos electrónicas especializadas en salud. Se encontraron 265 documentos, entre artículos y guías, que cumplían con los criterios de búsqueda, se seleccionaron 118, se excluyeron 60 y se analizaron 58 referencias. Conclusión. La enfermedad pulmonar obstructiva crónica tiene alta prevalencia y mortalidad a nivel mundial, por esto hay que diagnosticarla bajo los parámetros de la guía de referencia mundial Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease y de acuerdo con esto, abordar al paciente de forma integral e instaurándole un manejo farmacológico y no farmacológico individualizado con el fin de aumentar la adherencia al tratamiento, disminuir los síntomas y las exacerbaciones y, por consiguiente, mejorar la calidad de vida.
Why does cooperation work or fail? The case of EU-US sanction policy against Iran
Authors: Matera Paulina , Matera Rafał 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
In the article, we explore the factors which brought about the transatlantic coordination of the policy of imposing sanctions on Iran. We will mainly focus on the events in the 21st century when the new incentives for cooperation appeared due to the growing concern over the development of Iran’s nuclear programme. Considering the capabilities of using the tools of economic statecraft and diplomacy, we claim that the EU-US cooperation can be termed a co-leadership. The assessment and the reasons for the transatlantic break-up on this matter during the presidency of Donald Trump was examined using the concept of relative gains. We evaluate to what extent the initial goals were achieved in practice, and we also try to predict the possible consequences of the US withdrawal from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
As to whether the effectiveness of the sanctions through the cooperation has been enhanced, the answer is ambivalent. On the one hand, the cooperating transatlantic partners managed to coerce Iran through isolating the country from international economic contacts and negotiated the JCPOA. On the other hand, Trump’s renouncement of this agreement brought many negative consequences and undermined the earlier joint effort.
Ichthyocenosis of the Podolský Brook spring section in the Hrubý Jeseník mountains (Upper River Odra basin) within the context of the presence of fish predators
Authors: Lojkásek Bohumír , Lusk Stanislav , Mlčoušek Jiří 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
The study summarises results of the ichthyologic research of the Podolský and Stříbrný brooks in Hrubý Jeseník. The research was organised for the purpose of finding the actual situation in the fish settlements in the sections of interest and to make suggestions for their further management benefiting the original fish communities.
The results have shown that there is the community of water organisms with naturally reproducing Cottus poecilopus and Salmo trutta in both partly adjusted water flows which have not been restocked by man since 1996.
The facts found within the research suggest that the biologically correct way for the further development of fish populations in the Podolský and Stříbrný brooks may be the maintenance of the existing natural conditions while no local adjustments of the flow beds along roads should be excluded.
The research results have proved that the existing natural conditions and the very limited anthropogenic pressure put on the water biocenoses have been the decisive factors during the formation of the now existing fish population structures which can be assessed as good from the ecological point of view. Because of that we have recommended to the manager of the water flows neither interfering in the development of the current fish populations nor restocking any fishes.
We consider the finding that the age structure and the high numbers of Salmo trutta and Cottus poecilopus have been, in the given situations, the indicators of their populations’ ability, even at the sympatric presence of Lutra lutra and Ciconia nigra, resistant against the predators’ pressure, as very important.
Manifest Dream/Association Comparison: A Criterion to Monitor the Psychotherapeutic Field (2nd part) Field Transformations: A Clinical Case
Authors: Trombini Giancarlo , Corazza Anna , Stemberger Gerhard 
Published: November 2019

Summary
The present work focuses on the transformations of the psychotherapeutic field through the relationship dynamics that occur within it.
The first part of this article starts with a brief outline of the Gestalt psychological understanding of the field concept, also in its application to the psychotherapeutic situation, followed by a brief review of the introduction of the field concept into the psychoanalytic theory formation.
After this, the first author first presents the theoretical concept underlying a new approach he has developed for observing the relationship dynamics in psychotherapy. Mirroring a formation both psychoanalytic and gestaltic of the main author, this new approach is based on the combination of psychoanalytic and Gestalt psychological concepts. According to the clinical experience and insights of the author, the phenomenological and relational approach of Gestalt theory fits well with the psychoanalytic approach; on this basis, a criterion for recording the progress of therapy can be developed. This criterion is the phenomenology of the development of the qualities of the relationships of the client, as they become visible in his dream narrations and the subsequent associations in the analysis room, and continue to develop during the session and the further course of therapy. The relationship dynamics in the dream narration is thus compared with those that develop in the course of the subsequent associations.
This is demonstrated and further elaborated in the second part of this paper on the basis of a clinical case. The clinical example shows how the relationship dynamics develop in this sense in the individual therapy sessions and over a longer course of therapy. The associated transformations of the therapeutic field give a good indication of the progress of therapy. The main author gained such insights into the transformations of the therapeutic field and the progression of therapy, which are visible in the course of therapy, from the careful application of the criterion “manifest dream/associations comparison of relational dynamics”. In the specific case, there was also a high degree of correspondence between the results of the application of this phenomenological criterion and the empirical evidence of the symptom questionnaire, a self-report measure requested by the patient himself during the course of the therapy.
Assessment of creeping discharge initiated by metal particles on the silicone rubber/XLPE interface in cable joints
Authors: Chang Wen-Zhi , Du Fei , Bi Jian-Gang , Yuan Shuai , Gong Yan-Peng , Yang Yuan 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
Creeping breakdown caused by metal particles on the silicone rubber/XLPE interface of prefabricated cable joints often happens. Study on the development process of such insulation defect-led partial discharge (PD) can serve as a basis for the assessment of its severity level. In this paper, metal particles are sandwiched on the rubber/XLPE interface of a 35 kV prefabricated cable joint to simulate a creeping defect.
Low-power ASIC suitable for miniaturized wireless EMG systems
Authors: Kledrowetz Vilem , Prokop Roman , Fujcik Lukas , Pavlik Michal , Háze Jiří 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
Nowadays, the technology advancements of signal processing, low-voltage low-power circuits and miniaturized circuits have enabled the design of compact, battery-powered, high performance solutions for a wide range of, particularly, biomedical applications. Novel sensors for human biomedical signals are creating new opportunities for low weight wearable devices which allow continuous monitoring together with freedom of movement of the users. This paper presents the design and implementation of a novel miniaturized low-power sensor in integrated circuit (IC) form suitable for wireless electromyogram (EMG) systems. Signal inputs (electrodes) are connected to this application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC). The ASIC consists of several consecutive parts. Signals from electrodes are fed to an instrumentation amplifier (INA) with fixed gain of 50 and filtered by two filters (a low-pass and high-pass filter), which remove useless signals and noise with frequencies below 20 Hz and above 500 Hz. Then signal is amplified by a variable gain amplifier. The INA together with the reconfigurable amplifier provide overall gain of 50, 200, 500 or 1250. The amplified signal is then converted to pulse density modulated (PDM) signal using a 12-bit delta-sigma modulator. The ASIC is fabricated in TSMC0.18 mixed-signal CMOS technology.
Synthesis, morphology, electrical conductivity and electrochemical properties of α-Ni(OH)2 and its composites with carbon
Authors: Khemii O.M. , Budzuliak I.M. , Kotsyubynsky V.O. , Yablon L.S. , Ilnytskyi R.V. , Boychuk V.M. , Morushko O.V. , Bandura Kh.V. , Khemii M.M. 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
A simple and effective hydrothermal synthesis of spherical α-Ni(OH)2 particles and α-Ni(OH)2/carbon composites was proposed. The mechanism of ultrafine α-Ni(OH)2 phase forming and correlations between synthesis conditions, morphology, electrical conductivity were analyzed. It was found that carbon nanoparticles form an electric conductive cover on nickel hydroxide microparticles during synthesis which increases overall electronic conductivity of the composite material. α-Ni(OH)2 and α-Ni(OH)2/C samples were tested as electrodes for hybrid supercapacitors. It was found that carbon coverings stabilize α-Ni(OH)2 phase in the alkaline medium. The comparison of the influence of laser irradiation and ultrasonic treatment on the electrochemical performance of the obtained materials was made.
Влияние Шихабаддина Марджани на ханафизм Ближнего Востока и Южной Азии
Authors: Quadri Junaid 
Published: November 2019

This paper explores the influence of Shihabaddin Mardjani on Ḥanafī scholars in the Middle East and South Asia. It examines the impact of Mardjani’s discussion of ijtihād and taqlīd in his famous work, Nāẓūrat al- Ḥaqq on four specific scholars. Much scholarship on Mardjani has focused on his important role as an innovative Tatar Muslim thinker of the Volga-Ural region. This paper, however, shifts attention to his stature as an influential transregional Ḥanafī thinker by outlining the impact of his work on Muslim scholars writing in the Middle East and South Asia. Though they were first taken up by the “dissident” ḥadith-centric Ḥanafism of ʿAbd al-Ḥayy al- Laknawī, Mardjani’s ideas on ijtihād and taqlīd later became naturalized within mainstream Ḥanafī thinking by the Egyptian mufti Muḥammad Bakhīt al-Muṭīʿī, and by the critic of Modernism, Muḥammad Zāhid al- Kawtharī. Later, it was incorporated into a textbook written by Mufti Taqī al-ʿUthmānī of Pakistan, further embedding it in the dominant expression of Ḥanafism.
Determination of galectin-3, hepsin and thyroid transcription factor-1 levels in thyroid cancer patients; A prospective case-control study
Authors: MEMİŞ Ufuk , KARADENİZ Erdem , AKÇAY Müfide Nuran , ÖZTÜRK Nurinnisa 
Published: November 2019

Aim:We
aimed to evaluate the usage of Galectin-3, Hepsin andTTF-1 levels as a marker
for the differentiation of malignant and benign in patients with thyroid
nodules.

Metods:Study was done
prospectively between January 2018 and April 2018 in the our clinic, in
patients planned for operation due to thyroid nodule. Galectin-3, Hepsin
andTTF-1 levels were measured in the pre-operative serum of the benign and
malign groups. The measured levels are evaluated statistically to determine
whether there was any significant difference between malignant and benign
groups.

Results:When the levels of Galectin-3, Hepsin andTTF-1 in the malign
and benign group were compared; There was a statistically significant
difference inTTF-1 levels(p = .038), no significant difference was found in
Hepsin and Galectin-3. When the macropapillary and micropapillary types were
compared in the malign patient group, there was a significant difference
between the Galectin-3 levels(p = .009), but no difference was found between
Hepsin andTTF-1.

Conclusions:It was seen that the decrease of Galectin-3 level in thyroid
papillary carcinoma could be effective in transformation from micro carcinoma
to macro carcinoma, andTTF-1 could be an important marker at the
differentiation between benign and malign
in thyroid nodules
Anorectal malignant melanoma: A case report and treatment options
Authors: ABUOĞLU Hacı Hasan , GENÇTÜRK Mehmet , YILDIZ Mehmet Kamil , İLHAN Onur , GÜLMEZ Mehmet , KAYTAZ Kübra , ÖZKARA Selvinaz 
Published: November 2019

Anorectal malignant melanoma (AMM) is a rare malignant disease with a poor prognosis. This disease is often confused with hemorrhoids. The most common site of malignant melanoma following skin and eye involvement is the anorectal region. This is the most commonly involved site in the gastrointestinal tract. We report the case of a 67-year-old patient with lower gastrointestinal hemorrhage for 4 months and hemorrhoid treatment for 2 months. The imaging revealed no distant metastasis but histopathologically, lymph node metastasis and invasion of surrounding tissues. Laparoscopic abdominoperineal resection (APR) was performed.
Nigeria’s Corruption Score Card
Authors: Stober Emmanuel Olusegun 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
Corruption in Nigeria is so lucrative that the threat of jail term is not enough to deter perpetrators, and the president’s body language is also worsening the situation. The National Bureau of Statistics has estimated $4.6 billion as the cost of corruption in Nigeria, confirming the country’s worsening Corruption Perceptions Index of the Transparency International. Nigeria’s 2018 CPI ranking became worst-off after scoring 27 out of 100 points, far below the world average of 43, and Sub-Sahara Africa average of 32.02. Given that Transparency International relies on the perception of institutions rather than measuring actual corruption experiences of the citizens, this study is set out to capture the experience of the latter. The study employs a quantitative research methodology based on a sociological questionnaire. The findings reveal robust evidence that corruption reacts to standard economic incentives, as it is tagged as an economic cost of getting the job done. Corruption, therefore, became institutionalized and thus a telling effect on the emerging political culture and behavior. The anticorruption strategy has also been that of media trial and seizure of accused persons’ assets. Hence the effects of anti-corruption policies are often weakening as businessmen, politicians and public officials often find alternate strategies for rent seeking.
Change Management and Innovation in the “Living Organization”: The Stra.Tech.Man Approach
Authors: Vlados Charis 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
This paper is part of the broader theme of change management studies with the view to present, in particular, the approach of managing change and innovation in terms of Stra.Tech.Man (Strategy-Technology-Management synthesis). After a brief review of the principal theoretical approaches and the main study directions in the analysis of the problem of change management, this paper examines the critical dimensions in the study of contemporary organizational change perceived in the theoretical perspective of a “living organism” as against the “mechanistic” approach to organizations. It concludes by examining change management in terms of Stra.Tech.Man, expounding and analyzing the five steps of Stra.Tech.Man as a new conceptual approach to managing change.
The Impact of Human Resource Development on Employee Performance and Organizational Effectiveness
Authors: Kareem Mohanad Ali , Hussein Ibrahim Jaafar 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
The area of employment is changing dramatically, technology and globalization are impacting practices and experiences, and societies are becoming more global and multicultural. With the rise of globalization and the rapid changes in the business environment, employability is becoming one of the main goals for any organization. The organizational effectiveness lies in human resources quality and human resources development practices have the potential to improve employee competences. This study aims to examine the impact of human resource development practices on the employees’ performance and organizational effectiveness at a sample of public universities in Iraq. A descriptive-analytical method based on one regression model was employed for data analyzing. The result indicates that HRD practices are significantly related to employee performance in the enhancement of organizational effectiveness. Also, the results show that there is a statistically significant relationship between employee performance and organizational effectiveness. Furthermore, this study recommends that the decision-makers of universities should strive to develop HRD strategies which will enable them to improve employee competency and enhance the capability of the employees to achieve desired goals and objectives of the organization. This article contributes to human resource development, employee performance and organizational effectiveness literature. Also, this study provides key theoretical and practical implications which are discussed in detail.
Emotional Intelligence, Occupational Stress and Job Performance in the Romanian Banking System: A Case Study Approach
Authors: Tănăsescu Ramona-Ioana , Leon Ramona-Diana 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
The research aims to analyze the relationships developed among emotional intelligence, occupational stress and employee performance in the financial banking sector. In other words, it aims to: (i) analyze the specialized literature regarding the concepts of emotional intelligence, occupational stress and job performance; (ii) to measure employees’ emotional intelligence, occupational stress and work performance; and (v) to analyze the relationship established among the aforementioned variables (emotional intelligence, occupational stress, job performance). A quantitative approach is adopted and a case study strategy is employed due to the fact that the research focuses on investigating a phenomenon which is frequently encountered in the real context of today’s organizations. Thus, a single-case study analysis is used and a survey based on a questionnaire is developed among 55 employees from the administration department of ING Bank Romania (Bucharest). The hypotheses are tested using partial least square - structural equations modeling and the results prove that in the Romanian banking institutions: (i) there is a negative relationship between employees’ emotional intelligence and the occupational stress; and (ii) there is a positive relationship between emotional intelligence and job performance. These findings have both theoretical and practical implications. At the theoretical level, the present study extends the theory from the human resources management field by proposing a model for evaluating the relationships established among emotional intelligence, occupational stress and job performance in the Romanian banking financial system. At a practical level, it increases managers’ understanding regarding the factors that influence employees’ performance and it provides several strategic directions that could be taken into account for future improvement.
Impact of Digitalization on Education in the Knowledge Economy
Authors: Bejinaru Ruxandra 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
Due to the accelerated pace with which developments in information and communications technology are taking place, digital society and the digital economy have become real and, in turn, are generating specific challenges. In this environment, digital skills and competencies are essential in order to achieve professional success and the personal development of any individual. Through this paper, we aim to bring to light the basic concepts in the field of digital technology and at the same time, the topical implications on the educational processes. The main objective of the paper is to reflect the impact of digitalization on the education sector both in the European context and in Romania. The importance of the topic under consideration can be justified with many arguments, but we will mainly appeal to the need to meet the objectives proposed by the 2020 Strategy in the field of education, research and development at European level and in Romania. Considering the previous premises, in the paper, we will present information about the concepts of digitalization and digitization and the implications in the field of education. The realization of this paper is based on the study of the specialized literature, of the official documents published by the European Commission offices and of the statistics issued by the specialized bodies.
Тувинское сказание «Богда Чангар хан» и его константные сегменты в ойратской и калмыцкой версиях героического эпоса «Джангар»
Authors: Хабунова Евдокия Эрендженовна , Дампилова Людмила Санжибоевна , Кунгаа Маргарита Базыр-ооловна , Аюушжавийин Алимаа 
Published: November 2019

В статье анализируются уровни и степени сходства тувинского сказания «Богда Чаӊгар хаан» (Богда Чангар хан), записанного у сказителя Баяна Балбыра Узуновича (1881–1962), с ойратской и калмыцкой версиями героического эпоса «Джангар». Текст тувинского сказания хранится в фонде Тувинского института гуманитарных и прикладных социально-экономических исследований, текст калмыцкого эпоса рассматривается в версии издания «”Джангар”. Калмыцкий героический эпос» (1978).Рассматриваются сюжетные слагаемые, которые отличаются константностью в эпическом нарративе. Исследование базируется на теории этнопоэтических констант В. М. Гацака и др. научных методах. Особое внимание уделяется мотивам и формулам, типичным для эпоса монгольских народов как в структурно-семантическом плане, так и в своем вербальном воплощении. Этнопоэтические константы рассматриваются разных уровней: сюжет о богатырских действиях; мотивы: весть о противнике, выбор богатыря, отправление в дорогу, расправа с противником и т. д.Отмечается, что тувинское сказание является результатом творчества сказителя, знакомого с ойратской эпической традицией и сумевшего адаптировать «принесенный» сюжет в тувинскую фольклорную среду, сохранив важные для эпического повествования константные сегменты, указывающие на типологическое сходство эпической традиции тюрко-монгольских народов.