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Changes of Body Posture in Elementary School Pupils by Applying Propriofoot Concept in P.E. Lessons
Authors: Marko Michal , Bendíková Elena 
Published: November 2019

Summary
Searching for active, effective intervention approaches, aimed to improving health protection, not only among children and youth, is an up-to-date research intention from a number of points of view. The reason is the prevalence of civilization diseases, in our case the muscular and skeletal system offers a number of issues of the prevention in relation to feet position and body posture. Based on the above, the aim of research was to identify change of body posture in elementary school pupil by applying Propriofoot Concept in physical and sport education. The monitored group (n = 1), within selected seventh year of Elementary School Radovan Kaufman in Partizánske, consisted of male pupil (n = 1) (12 years of age, 48 kg, 160 cm and 18.75 Bmi) in pubescence who underwent various data acquisition methods (plantogram and visual scale method, index method, method of evaluation body posture, evaluation of dynamic spine function), after and before applying Propriofoot Concept, within lessons of physical and sport education, as their processing and evaluation was realized with the help of clinical case reports. The analysis and synthesis, inductive and deductive approaches, comparisons and generalizations were used, as well as the primary statistics (arithmetic mean (±) and percentage frequency analysis (%). The obtained research results pointed to the positive changes in all of the above mentioned data acquisition methods, i.e. in the plantogram and visual scale method (from pes planus/1st pes planus to norm), index method (- 0.24), method of evaluation body posture (from bad to good posture) and dynamic spine function (tests of Schober - + 1.8, Stibor - + 3.1 and Otto - + .7, + .8). The applied six-week intervention physical program, in the form of Propriofoot Concept, and within the school lessons of physical and sport education changed the body posture in the elementary school pupil and therefore the Propriofoot Concept is considered as health tool in acting and changing the body posture through the foot proprioception. The mentioned concept is considered as diversification of school physical and sport education, in connection with the applying new variants of health tools and changing body postures of the elementary and high school pupils/students.
The Effects of a 6-Week Strength and Endurance Circuit Training on Body Image of High School Girls
Authors: Plevková Lucia , Peráčková Janka 
Published: November 2019

Summary
The aim of this study was to extend the knowledge about the influence of strength and endurance circuit training intervention on body image of the female high school students. Our hypothesis was: The objectively and subjectively measured body image among the 16 – 17 years old females will be significantly improved after the participation in 6-week strength and endurance circuit training. We used experiment with 2 groups from 2nd class from the secondary school: experimental (intervention) group consists of 15 female students (x̄
age = 16.99 ± 0.29 years) and control group consists of 20 female students (x̄
age = 17.11 ± 0.36 years). The experimental factor was the strength and endurance circuit training, practicing during 6 weeks (twice a week), performed during the physical education lessons. The body image of the girl was measured using 2 methods: the objective one was the somatometry (body height, body weight and Body Mass Index), subjective measurements of the body image were the Silhouettes – Contour Drawing Rating Scale (Thomson & Gray 1995). After these 6 weeks we succeeded in every measurement of the body image – the significant effect was noticed in the experimental group in pre- and post-test on Body Mass Index (p = 0,003) and on Contour Drawing Rating Scale (p = 0,003). According to the received knowledge we suggest to integrate this movement program to the lessons of the physical and sport education for the female adolescents.
The contribution of the Canary Island date palm (Phoenix canariensis) to the winter diet of frugivores in novel ecosystems
Authors: Spennemann Dirk HR 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
With the increasing expansion in urban areas, many species have adapted to utilising horticulturally used plants as alternate or augmentary food sources, in particular, during winter – when native foods are largely absent. Ornamental palms, particularly Canary Island Date Palms, fruit continuously during most of the year and thus provide a stable food supply. Based on observational, metric and bio-chemical data, this paper examines the role Canary Island Date Palms can and do play in the nutrition of frugivorous animals, in particular, for birds. It demonstrates that with its nearly year-round provisioning of drupes, the palm plays a major role as a ‘staple’ and backup food source for several species.
Digital Customer as a Creator of the Reputation of Modern Companies
Authors: Szwajca Danuta 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
Scientific and technical developments and progressive digitization in almost all areas of life have led to the development of a new type of digital customer, with specific requirements and expectations for suppliers of goods and services. Customers, in particular consumers, are one of the key groups of stakeholders who create the corporate reputation. Customers are first of all creators of the corporate reputation as an “offeror” and “supplier” of value to buyers, as well as co-creators of the company’s reputation as a market player, employer, business partner or citizen, because their purchase decisions determine the company’s ability to meet the expectations of other stakeholder groups, that is, investors, employees or business partners. Building and maintaining a good reputation requires proper identification and satisfaction of the needs of key stakeholder groups. The aim of the article is to identify the specific requirements and expectations of digital customers in the context of building and maintaining a good reputation of the company. The thesis is that the digital customer expects, first and foremost, reliability and personalization in their relations with the supplier.
Application of Matrix Equations in the Aida Method
Authors: Wiśniewski Michał 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
The article presents the problem of a decision-making process based on the method known as the analysis of interconnected decision areas (AIDA). Author described the basic assumptions of the AIDA method and the classic method of its implementation with the usage of a decision tree. Crucially, the new and innovative improvement in development of the AIDA method is connected with the replacement of the decision tree by the matrix equation to speed up the cost assessment of decision variants.
Number and Distribution of Mast Cells in Reproductive Systems of Gravid and Non-Gravid Female Mice
Authors: Glavaski Mila , Banovic Pavle , Lalosevic Dusan 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
Mast cells are mainly distributed in tissues exposed to the external environment, but they are also found in ovaries, oviducts and uterus. We determined the difference in the number and distribution of Alcian Blue (+) and Safranine O (+) mast cells in reproductive systems of gravid and non-gravid female mice by histological examination. We showed that the number of mast cells is significantly higher in the reproductive system of gravid mice than in the reproductive system of non-gravid mice. Mast cells are unevenly distributed in ovaries, oviducts and uterus in both gravid and non-gravid mice. A large number of mast cells reside close to blood vessels throughout the entire reproductive system.
Clinical and surgical management of holocervical spinal cord ependymomas
Authors: Mckay Kevin , Attiah Mark , Niu Tianyi , Nagasawa Daniel , Patel Kunal , Gaonkar Bilwaj , Van de Wiele Barbara , Moreland Natalie , Tucker Alexander , Churchman Pedro , Batzdorf Ulrich , Macyszyn Luke 
Published: November 2019

Background:
Spinal ependymomas are rare tumors of the central nervous system, and those spanning the entire cervical spine are atypical. Here, we present two unusual cases of holocervical (C1-C7) spinal ependymomas.

Case Description:
Two patients, a 32-year-old female and a 24-year-old male presented with neck pain, motor, and sensory deficits. Sagittal MRI confirmed hypointense lesions on T1 and hyperintense regions on T2 spanning the entire cervical spine. These were accompanied by cystic cavities extending caudally into the thoracic spine and rostrally to the cervicomedullary junction. Both patients underwent gross total resection of these lesions and sustained excellent recoveries.

Conclusion:
Two holocervical cord intramedullary ependymomas were safely and effectively surgically resected without incurring significant perioperative morbidity.
Evaluación in vitro de la formación de biopelículas de bacterias marinas del Caribe colombiano
Authors: López Pérez Sofia , Zea Sven , Gómez Javier 
Published: November 2019

Biofilm formation is an important process for marine bacterial communities because this mechanism favors adaptation to variations in environmental conditions. The objective of this study was to evaluate the biofilm formation of bacteria isolated from marine sediments under in vitro conditions. For this, biofilm quantification assays were performed using two methods, violet crystal and reduction of the XTT dye; In addition, the viability of the bacteria was evaluated by Live / Dead staining. Subsequently, the strains evaluated were identified using the 16S RNA marker. The results showed that the isolates belong to the genus Bacillus, all in different ranges were able to form filmsand strains B. safensis 64181 and Bacillus sp 64186 were selected which indicated greater production of this. Tests at different temperatures showed that for the strains selected the best temperature was 28 ° C. In addition, a mixed culture was carried out with these isolates, resultingin differences in the density of the biofilm and less changes in its metabolic activity in temperature variation experiments. From the results we can infer that bacterial consortiums can favor resistance to environmental variations in biofilms formed by bacteria of the genus Bacillus.
Prediksi Ketepatan Kelulusan Mahasiswa Diploma dengan Komparasi Algoritma Klasifikasi
Authors: Maulana Muhammad Sony , Sabarudin Raja , Nugraha Wahyu 
Published: November 2019

AMIK BSI Pontianak merupakan salah satu perguruan tinggi swasta yang memiliki jumlah mahasiswa yang banyak, namun dalam perjalanannya masih terdapat permasalahan yang setiap tahun nya terjadi yaitu permasalahan jumlah kelulusan mahasiswa yang tepat waktu dan terlambat. Jumlah mahasiswa yang lulus tepat waktu menjadi indikator efektifitas dari sebuah perguruan tinggi baik negeri dan swasta. Perguruan tinggi perlu mendeteksi perilaku dari mahasiswa aktif sehingga dapat dilihat faktor yang menyebabkan mahasiswa tidak lulus tepat waktu. Pada penelitian ini, akan mengkomparasikan atau membandingkan 5 metode data mining untuk menentukan metode mana yang paling optimal dalam menentukan ketepatan kelulusan mahasiswa dengan teknik pengujian T-Test, metode yang dibandingkan adalah metode Decision Tree, Naive Bayes, K-NN, Rule Induction, dan Random Forest. Hasil dari penelitian ini menghasilkan bahwa algoritma Rule Induction dan C4.5 adalah metode yang paling optimal performanya dalam menentukan ketepatan kelulusan mahasiswa diploma AMIK BSI Pontianak
Quality of life among caregivers of children with disabilities attending rehabilitation centre in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor
Authors: Fatimah Sham  , Siti Munirah Abdul Wahab  , Razif Dasiman  , Ruhaizan Kaseim  , Nurul Syafiqah Ahmad Ashari  , Nur Emalina Roslan  
Published: November 2019

Quality of life (QoL) is an awareness of an individual in their situation in life in the context of the culture and value systems in which they live and in relation to their goals, expectations, standards, and concerns. Caregivers of children with disabilities seem to display a higher burden and impaired Quality of Life (QOL). Evaluating QOL and sources of stress among caregivers of children with disabilities is an essential for interventions focused on rehabilitation. An 82 caregivers of persons with a disability registered under Community Based Rehabilitation (CBR) Centres based in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor were selected for the study. Self- administered questionnaires by using WHOQOL-BREF was used to assess the quality of life of caregivers. The mean age of the caregivers was found to be 42.45 years, with 47 (57.3%) females and 35 (42.7%) males. The mean Quality of Life of these caregivers was 74.60. The physical domain was significantly associated with education, income, occupation, and age; the psychological domain was associated with education, race, income, and age, while the environmental domain was associated with relation to caregiver education, race, income, age, and occupation. Social domain was the most affected; marital status (p-value=0.01), education (p-value=0.01), race, race (p-value=0.03), relationship with the children (p-value=0.01), income (p-value=0.01) and occupation (p-value=0.03). Income was observed to affect all the domains, and caring for the disabilities' children with health problems were the major sources of stress to the caregivers. Quality of Life among the caregivers was obviously influenced by various factors that necessity to be addressed. Specific supports and interventions should be highlighted to benefit the caregivers to ensure the betterment of care for children with disabilities.
Synthesis and biological evaluation of coumarin derived chalcones as potent antimicrobial and antioxidant agents
Authors: Vijay Kotra  , Lean Yen Long  , Praveena Devi CHB  , Long Chiau Ming  
Published: November 2019

Coumarin derivatives are important biologically active compounds with anti-cancer, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, anti-HIV, anti-oxidant, anti-coagulant, anti-tubercular, anti-psychotic, and anti-malarial activities. Chalcones are the most common and simple class of aromatic five-membered heterocycles with anti-cancer, anti-oxidative, antibiotic, anthelmintic, anti-inflammatory, anti-hypertensive, and anti-HIV activities. Based on the above literature, an attempt was made to synthesize some new styryl coumarin derived chalcones and evaluated for antimicrobial and antioxidant activities. Acetyl 7-methyl coumarins were synthesized from 4-methyl salicylaldehyde, which on treating with various aromatic aldehydes in the presence of alkalinemethanol yielded various coumarin chalcone derivatives. These molecules on treating with various aromatic aldehydes yielded the title compounds (SCC 1-10). The synthesized title compounds were evaluated for antimicrobial and antioxidant activities. All the synthesized compounds were characterized by IR, NMR, and mass spectroscopy and screened for antimicrobial and antioxidant activities. Among the compounds SCC 1-10, compound SCC 7, 9, and 10 showed potent activity, and compounds 3, 4 and 8, showed moderately potent antibacterial activity. Compounds SCC 3, 7, 9 showed potent and compounds 5, 6, and 8 showed moderately potent antifungal activity. Compounds SCC 3, 4, 7, and 9 showed potent antioxidant activity. From the results, it was concluded that the compounds bearing nitro and chloro group have shown prominent activity when compared to compounds without these groups. It was also confirmed that the groups in para position showed better activity when compared to the groups in ortho position. The above results establish the fact that styrylcoumarin fused with chalcone can be a rich source for exploitation.
Toxicity and teratogenicity evaluation of hydroethanolic extract of momordica charantia fruit using zebrafish (DANIO RERIO) embryos model
Authors: Noor Izati Abd Aziz  , Vikneswari Perumal  , Suganya Murugesu  , Qamar Uddin Ahmed  , Bisha Fathamah Uzir  , Tavamani Balan  , Alfi Khatib  
Published: November 2019

The use of zebrafish vertebrate model in vivo analysis of the drug toxicity and efficacy, chemical toxicity, and safety is increasing in recent researches. Momordica charantia Linn (Cucurbitaceae) has been traditionally claimed for its many protective roles. However, the development of toxicity effect may cause morphological abnormalities by using an embryo of zebrafish (Danio Rerio) is unknown. Hence, this study was designed to determine the toxicity and teratogenic effect of hydroethanolic extract of M. charantia fruit using Zebrafish (Danio Rerio) embryos. The crude extract was prepared from the fruit of M. charantia using 80% hydroethanolic solvent. The zebrafish embryos were exposed to serial dilution of crude extract. The active constituent was analyzed using gas chromatography coupled with mass spectrophotometry (GC-MS) Momordica charantia Linn (Cucurbitaceae) has been widely commercialized based on traditional usage as an antidiabetic product. The current study has shown the toxic effects of the M. charantia fruit extract on the developing zebrafish embryos, and the median lethal concentration (LC50) was calculated to be 725.90 mg/L at 48 hpt. The observed effects are dependent on the time of exposure and concentrations of the extract. At higher concentration, the extract causes some morphological defects such as less pigmentation, dented tail, spinal curvature, oedema, reduced hatchability, and growth retardation, that indicates the presence of toxicant(s). Based on the GC-MS profiling, some of the compounds identified in the hydroethanolic extract, such as propanedioic acid and glutamine, may have caused the teratogenic effects to the embryos. Further research on the M. charantia fruit's metabolites should be carried out prior to any nutraceutical or pharmaceutical application.
Estudos no âmbito do setor de extração de diamantes em Angola e seus impactos socioeconômicos (Studies on the extraction of diamonds in Angola and their socioeconomic impacts)
Authors: Daniel Cumena Jacinto Tchipa , Ferreira Neto José Alves , Silva Carvalho Alanna Eduarda , Ferreira de Souza Patrícia Aparecida 
Published: November 2019

Este trabalho teve como foco o estudo do setor diamantífero em Angola, avaliando os aspetos produtivos, sua evolução bem como a relação histórica e o impacto do setor na sociedade angolana. O país é o quarto maior produtor mundial de diamante. Analisou-se a variação da produção paralelamente à receita e o preço médio do bem mineral no país entre o ano de 2005 a 2016. Também foram analisados os aspetos produtivos da mina de Catoca, a quarta maior mina a seu aberto do mundo verificando-se a variação do teor contido, e a relação estéril-minério entre 2006 e 2015. No contexto histórico, a criação e implementação do processo Kimberley reduziu significativamente a quantidade de diamantes provenientes de áreas de conflito. Nos próximos anos prevê-se um aumento considerável da capacidade de produção do recurso no país, com a abertura de várias minas, tendo como principal a mina do Luaxe. A B S T R A C TThe aim of this article was the study of the diamond sector in Angola, evaluating the productive aspects, its evolution as well as its historical relation and the impact of the sector in the angolan society. The country is the world's fourth largest diamond producer. The production variation was analyzed in parallel with the revenue and the average price of the mineral good in the country between 2005 and 2016. The production aspects of the Catoca mine, the fourth largest open mine in the world, were also analyzed, as well as the variation of the contained content and the ore-waste ratio between 2006 and 2015. In the historical context, the creation and implementation of the Kimberley process, significantly reduced the amount of diamonds coming from conflict areas. In the coming years, a considerable increase in the production capacity of the resource is expected in the country, with the opening of several mines, with the main one being the Luaxe mine.Keywords: Angola; Diamond Production; Kimberley Process.
Ethnic Differences in Educational Attainment among the Children of Canadian Immigrants
Authors: Abada Teresa , Hou Feng , Ram Bali 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
Using the 2002 Ethnic Diversity Survey, this article examines the ethnic differences in university education attainment among the children of immigrants in Canada. We found that most groups achieve clear upward mobility across generations, while Blacks and Filipinos show signs of stagnation. Asians (with the exception of Filipinos) attain higher academic achievements than most groups of European origins even when accounting for group variations in family background, and social and ethnic capital. Parental education was important in explaining the relatively low university completion rates among the second generation Portuguese and Italians. Rural residence of the father’s generation was an important factor for the second generation Dutch and German youth, reflecting the different settlement patterns of these various groups. Our findings suggest that race/ethnicity has become a salient factor in educational stratification.

Keywords: ethnicity, mobility, education, second generation, immigrants
A Public Health Perspective on HPV Vaccination: Response to The HPV Vaccination Campaign: A Project of Moral Regulation in an Era of Biopolitics
Authors: Macdonald Liane , Deeks Shelley , Doyle Carolyn 
Published: November 2019

Abstract

Connell and Hunt’s critique (2010) raises important questions and concerns about human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination in Canada. We offer a public health perspective on several key issues, including the merits of implementing population-based HPV vaccination programs in Canada; the time-sensitivity of HPV vaccination; and, the non-judgmental approach to sexual health promotion for youth championed by Canadian public health organizations.

Résumé

La critique de Connell et Hunt (2010) soulève d'importantes questions et préoccupations concernant la vaccination contre le virus du papillome humain (VPH) au Canada. Nous
offrons une perspective de santé publique sur quelques questions clés, y compris la raisonnement pour des programmes systématiques de vaccination contre le VPH au
Canada, la sensibilité au temps de la vaccination HPV, et l'approche non moralisateur àla promotion de la santé sexuelle pour les jeunes adoptés par les agences de santé publique canadiennes.