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Developing a Framework of Media-Aided Descending-Ascending Repetition of Vocabulary Learning
Authors: Madya Suwarsih 
Published: January 2020

Foreign language basic vocabulary learning for teenagers mostly belongs to verbal information learning, involving a lot of memorization and thus, necessary repetition. However, EFL teachers, particularly in the school observed, fail to pay attention to vocabulary learning at this stage due to limited time, which has resulted in low learning achievement. This action research was focused on developing a framework of media-aided fading repetition of vocabulary learning for purposes of mastery improvement. The research participants were two English language teachers, one teacher educator, and 32 students in a state junior secondary school of a medium ranking and size in Sleman District, Yogyakarta Special Territory, Indonesia. This school was selected considering the transferability of the findings. The study was conducted from January-May 2017 in three planning-action-observation-reflection cycles of repeating the learning of the target vocabulary in the process of developing an appropriate framework of media-aided fading repetition in the existing curriculum implementation. Data were collected through observation and testing. The results were of two types: (1) the intended framework, and (2) improvement in the following aspects: the increasing classroom atmosphere liveliness, students’ greater participation, students’ increasing scores, and the teacher’s awareness of the importance of repetition and variations of activities in vocabulary learning. Keywords: vocabulary, EFL, media-aided descending-ascending repetition
Análisis de la competencia lectora en la formación de estudiantes de bachillerato. Un estudio sobre los niveles de desarrollo logrados
Authors: Gómez Bonilla María Yanet 
Published: January 2020

El análisis de la competencia lectora en estudiantes de educación media superior se debe relacionar con las concepciones teóricas, las estrategias a implementar para su desarrollo, así como las propuestas de valoración sobre los desempeños que logran los educandos en los niveles de lectura literal, inferencial y crítica-analógica. El objetivo del presente trabajo fue diagnosticar la competencia lectora en alumnos de dicho nivel por ser una de las acciones comunicativas clave en su formación escolar y social. Para ello se hizo una revisión sistemática de la literatura especializada del tema de competencia lectora, con la finalidad de medir los niveles de desempeño de lectura en los educandos.
La investigación se abordó desde el enfoque cuantitativo con alcance descriptivo, porque se buscaron una serie de sucesos educativos para ser interpretados. El diseño fue no experimental transversal, ya que se aplicó una prueba de aptitud para la medición de la competencia lectora a estudiantes de quinto semestre del ciclo escolar 2017-2018 de tres subsistemas: el Centro Escolar Pdte. Gustavo Díaz Ordaz, la preparatoria de la Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla (BUAP) y el Colegio de Bachilleres del Estado de Puebla (Cobaep). La selección de los sujetos de estudio partió de una muestra no probabilística al elegirse un subgrupo de la población derivado de las características propias de sus contextos escolares. La prueba estuvo constituida por un conjunto de preguntas que otorgaron una serie de resultados sobre el desempeño y manejo de la competencia lectora por los estudiantes de bachillerato.
Como resultado de la investigación, se encontró que los alumnos presentan varios niveles de comprensión como: 1) leer las líneas —la acción literal—; 2) leer entre líneas —la acción implícita—, y 3) leer detrás de las líneas —el punto de vista, los valores y los supuestos—. Por lo que es importante armonizar estos tres niveles de comprensión, los cuales son parte de la competencia lectora, porque cuando el estudiante domina un texto activa sus dimensiones de aprendizaje al hacer estimaciones y actuar en una situación compleja. El educando, desde la lectura, cuenta con la capacidad para generar representaciones mentales que constituyen la base del funcionamiento de esta competencia, como tema de interés en los sistemas educativos regionales, nacionales e internacionales.
Los subsistemas de educación media superior en el estado de Puebla deben impulsar estrategias que involucren a docentes y estudiantes para que aprovechen los acervos bibliográficos, así como que generen acciones que promuevan la lectura. Se trata de que los alumnos compartan momentos de estudio, consulta e investigación con propósitos muy diversos, con el fin de favorecer la interacción y el intercambio de ideas.
Assessment of Oxidative Stress Changes in Serum and Follicular Fluid in Relevance to GnRH rival Protocol in Iraqi Infertile Ladies Undergoing ICSI
Authors: Raheem Fatimah Abdulrazaq , Mossa Hayder A. L. , Abdulhamed Wasan A. , Altamimi Liqaa R. 
Published: January 2020

Background: Literary works about the role of rival convention in relationship with oxidative pressure are opposing and there is no reasonable agreement in distributed ripeness articles about the role of opponent reproduction convention with this respect. In reality, a few creators support the presence of expanded oxidative initiated oocyte harm in ladies experiencing ART's; regardless, others have denied such a perception. Hence, the present investigation was arranged so as to think about the conceivable oxidative or hostile to oxidative potential controlled by foe convention.
Aim of the study: The aim of the current study was to evaluate the serum and follicular ROS concentration in women undergoing ICSI contrasted between two groups, one receiving conventional antagonist protocol and the other receiving conventional agonist protocol.
Patients and Methods: The current case control study included two groups of subfertile women. The study group included 57 women receiving antagonist protocol, whereas, the control group included 10 subfertile women receiving agonist protocol. The study was carried out at High Institute of Infertility Diagnosis and Assisted Reproductive Technologies at Al- Nahrain University. The study started on April 2018 and extended to March 2019. Women in both groups were subjected to ICSI procedure according to procedures and techniques adopted in High Institute of Infertility Diagnosis and Assisted Reproductive Technologies at Al- Nahrain University with a single basic difference concerning the ovarian stimulation protocol.
Results: Overall clinical pregnancy rate was 44.7 % being significantly higher in antagonist group in comparison with agonist group 50.9 % versus 10.01 %, respectively (P = 0.019). There was no significant difference in the concentration of ROS at cycle day 2 between antagonist and agonistgroups (P = 0.561). There was highly significant difference in the serum concentration of ROS at day of ova pickup between antagonist and agonist groups (P = 0.009); being less in antagonistgroup and there was highly significant difference in the follicular fluid concentration of ROS between antagonist and agonist groups (P = 0.003); being less in antagonist group.
Conclusions: Antagonist protocol is associated with significantly higher positive pregnancy outcome in comparison with agonist protocol because of the anti-oxidant effect attributed to antagonist use.
Spigelian Hernia: A Rare Hernia With Peculiar Anatomy. (Case Report And Review Of Literature)
Authors: Vagholkar Ketan Ramesh 
Published: January 2020

Background: Spigelian hernia best described as spontaneous lateral ventral hernia is an extremely rare type of hernia. The anatomical peculiarities and diagnostic challenges need to be understood in order to surgically mange this hernia.
Introduction: Spigelian hernia occurs through a defect in the spigelian fascia typically lying in the spigelian zone.
Case report: A case of a large incarcerated spigelian hernia is presented to highlight the diagnostic and anatomical peculiarities of this hernia.
Discussion: The anatomical basis of this hernia along with clinical presentation, diagnostic modalities and treatment options is discussed.
Conclusion: Clinical suspicion confirmed by imaging is necessary for diagnosis. Surgery is the mainstay of treatment.
Awareness And Abuse Of Ototoxic Drugs Among Health Professionals In Federal Teaching Hospital, Ido-Ekiti
Authors: Tobih J. E. , Esan D. O. , Esan T. O. , Ossai L. , Olugbemiga Adedeji Taiwo 
Published: January 2020

Background of study—The challenge of hearing loss is global but worse in Africa. It heavily weighs adversely on the national economy, occupational productivity and social integration on the Individual and family affected and on the community and society at large. Injury to the ear which may lead to hearing loss have been attributed to many factors, one of the major factors, being drugs that are injurious to the ear commonly called ototoxic drugs. Other damaging factors are infections, noise, genetics and metabolic systemic diseases. The menace of ototoxic drugs is devastating in Africa because there is no legislation yet against these drugs hence they are still easily purchased without medical prescription. There are over 200 known ototoxic medications (both prescribe drugs and over-the-counter) in the market today. This study was therefore aimed at assessing awareness and abuse of ototoxic drug among health care professionals in a federal teaching hospital in Nigeria as a preliminary study to comprehensive solution to the challenges of hearing loss in Nigeria.
Methodology—A descriptive cross-sectional quantitative study with purposive sampling technique was used as the research design which is aimed at determining the awareness and abuse of ototoxic drugs among health professionals in a Federal Teaching Hospital A sample size of 365 participants was calculated for the research study but only 191 persons participated in the study comprising of 111 nurses, 47 doctors, 33 pharmacists. Semi- structured questionnaires were administered to the target group; Test-retest method was used to test the reliability of the questionnaire. Data was analyzed using SPSS and analysis was done at both univariate and bivariate levels.
Result—The findings from the study revealed that there was a high level of awareness of ototoxic drugs among health professionals (94.8%) but prevalence (66.5%) level of ototoxic drug was also high. Majority of the respondent have high level of awareness about ototoxic drugs, therefore use some of the drugs with precaution but it was found however that the prevalence of ototoxic drug was still high and this is found to be attributed to other compelling factors such as reduced price, readily available and shorter medication regime. Findings from the study also revealed that there is a significant relationship between level of education of respondents and their awareness about ototoxic drugs but there is no significant relationship between the profession of respondents and their awareness of ototoxic drug use.
Effect of Temperature on the Structure and Filtration Performance of Polypropylene Melt-Blown Nonwovens
Authors: Cheng Si , Muhaiminul Alam S. M. , Yue Zhonghua , Wang Yan , Xiao Yuanxiang , Militky Jiri , Prasad Mohanapriya , Zhu Guocheng 
Published: January 2020

Abstract
By applying the simultaneous corona-temperature treatment, the effect of electret temperature on the structure and filtration properties of melt-blown nonwovens was investigated. Fiber diameter, pore size, thickness, areal weight, porosity, crystallinity, filtration efficiency, and pressure drop were evaluated. The results demonstrated that some changes occurred in the structure of electret fabrics after treatment under different temperatures. In the range of 20°C~105°C, the filtration efficiency of melt-blown nonwovens has a relationship with the change in crystallinity, and the pressure drop increased because of the change in areal weight and porosity. This work may provide a reference for further improving filtration efficiency of melt-blown nonwovens.
A novel measurement-based procedure for dynamic equivalents of electric power systems for stability studies using improved sine cosine algorithm
Authors: Benmiloud Omar , Arif Salem 
Published: January 2020

Abstract
Dynamic equivalent (DE) is an important process of multi-area interconnected power systems. It allows to perform stability assessment of a specific area (area of interest) at minimum cost. This study is intended to investigate the dynamic equivalent of two relatively large power systems. The fourth-order model of synchronous generators with a simplified excitation system is used as equivalent to the group of generators in the external system. To improve the accuracy of the estimated model, the identification is carried in two stages. First, using the global search Sine Cosine Algorithm (SCA) to find a starting set values, then this set is used as starting point for the fine-tuning made through the Pattern Search (PS) algorithm. To increase the reliability of the model’s parameters, two disturbances are used to avoid the identification based on a specific event. The developed program is applied on two standard power systems, namely, the New England (NE) system and the Northeast Power Coordinating Council (NPCC) system. Simulation results confirm the ability of the optimized model to preserve the main dynamic properties of the original system with accuracy.
The Effect of Various Film Packaging, Wax Coating and Storage Conditions on the Shelf Life and Quality of Pomegranate Fruits
Authors: Safizadeh Mohammad Reza 
Published: January 2020

Abstract
In this study, ‘Rabbab’ pomegranates (Punica granatum L.) were subjected before storage to single-layered wax coating (SLW), double-layered wax coating (DLW), individual-seal film packaging (ISP), tray wrap film packaging (TWP), and combined treatments of SLW + ISP or SLW + TWP. Treated fruits were then stored at ambient temperature (15–20 °C; 45–50% relative humidity – RH) or in cold conditions (5 °C ± 0.5; 85% RH) for 18 weeks. TWP, ISP, DLW, and SLW extended the shelf life of pomegranates for 18, 18, 12, and 11 weeks at cold (5 °C) condition, and also for 6, 5, 3, and 3 weeks at ambient condition, respectively, whereas the shelf life of control fruits were 10 and 2 weeks at cold and ambient conditions, respectively. After 18 weeks of storage, the weight loss in ISP and TWP fruits was 0.6 and 0.4% at cold condition and 12.4 and 5.4% at ambient condition, respectively. In general, film packaging maintained vitamin C, total titratable acidity, and sensory analysis scores for color, freshness, juiciness, and taste of pomegranates more effectively than wax coating and control. However, the combination of SLW and ISP or TWP did not improve the efficiency of pomegranates packaged as either ISP or TWP.
Influence of Tap and Hot Water Treatment Before Short-Term Storage on Biologically Active Compounds and Sensory Quality of Wild Rocket Leaves (Diplotaxis tenuifolia L.)
Authors: Szwejda-Grzybowska Justyna I. , Wrzodak Anna , Grzegorzewska Maria , Gajewski Marek , Kosson Ryszard 
Published: January 2020

Abstract
The aim of this study was to determine the influence of dipping in tap and hot water (53 or 55 °C) before storage and conditions during short-term storage: 4 days at 18–20 °C temperature or 7 days at 0 or 5 °C, on contents of total polyphenols, ascorbic acid, antiradical activity, and sensory quality of leaves of wild rocket (Diplotaxis tenuifolia L.). The highest sensory values, ascorbic acid contents, and antiradical activity were found in fresh leaves. Treatments with tap and hot water before storage reduced ascorbic acid contents and antiradical activity, as well as most sensory parameters regardless of storage conditions. The highest overall quality of wild rocket after storage for 4 days at 18–20 °C was found for leaves not dipped or dipped in tap water. Dipping of the wild rocket in the water at 53 or 55 °C for 3 or 5 s did not improve the overall quality of stored leaves compared with leaves not dipped or dipped in tap water.
Sodium Nitroprusside Stimulates Micropropagation and TDZ Induces Adventitious Shoots Regeneration in Red Flesh Apple Malus niedzwetzkyana Koehne Dieck ex
Authors: Kazemi Nooshin , Jafarkhani Kermani Maryam , Habashi Ali Akbar 
Published: January 2020

Abstract
The aim of the present investigation was to optimize protocols for micropropagation and adventitious shoot regeneration from leaf explants of two wild ecotypes of red flesh apple Malus niedzwetzkyana for future breeding programs. At the proliferation stage, different concentrations of sodium nitroprusside (SNP) and triacontanol (TRIA) were compared. To optimize shoot regeneration from leaf explants, interactive effects of 1-phenyl-3-(1,2,3-thidiazol-5-yl)-urea – thidiazuron (TDZ), indole-3-butyric acid (IBA) and two explant types were investigated. At rooting stage, the effect of exposure time of microshoots to darkness and exposure time to different concentrations of IBA and α-naphthalene acetic acid (NAA) were compared. The results showed that SNP affected the growth rate significantly and the maximum multiplication rates per explant (9.6 in the first ecotype and 8.8 in the second) were produced in the Quoirin and Lepoivre medium containing 17 SNP µM, in addition to 4 µm 6-benzylaminopurine (BAP) and 3 µm gibberellic acid (GA3). IBA and TDZ affected the adventitious shoot regeneration from leaf explants significantly, the highest number of regenerated shoots (18.3 per explant) was obtained from the basal section of the leaves cultured on the medium containing 2 μM IBA and 15 μM TDZ. At rooting stage, the maximum rooting (88.6%) was obtained in the result of one weak exposure to darkness on medium containing 3 μM IBA.
Methyl Jasmonate Treatment Delays Flower Opening and Petal Wilting of Three Cut Rose Cultivars
Authors: Horibe Takanori , Makita Maho 
Published: January 2020

Abstract
Developing a method for the control of cut flower opening and improvement of cut flower quality is important to meet consumer demand. In this study, we investigated the effects of methyl jasmonate (MeJA) on flower opening of three rose cultivars: ‘Red Star,’ ‘Princes Meg,’ and ‘Madrid’. Shoot bases of cut roses were immersed in water solutions containing 100- or 1000-μM MeJA in addition to 2% weight/volume (w/v) sucrose and 0.02% w/v 8-hydroxyquinoline monohydrate. Subsequently, the vase life, flower opening, petal wilting, petal weight, water uptake, and water evaporation were measured. Flower opening of all three cultivars was clearly delayed following the treatment with MeJA, resulting in prolonged vase life compared with control. In addition, flower wilting was suppressed in all cultivars. Moreover, 7 days following treatment, the petal fresh weight was maintained high in the ‘Red Star’ and ‘Princes Meg’ cultivars. However, there was no significant difference in the ‘Madrid’ cultivar versus control. In all three cultivars, there was a minimal difference in the total amount of water uptake and evaporation. Thus, it is suggested that the total amount of water uptake and evaporation have limited relevance to the changes in the relative fresh weight of cut roses and petal fresh weight observed following treatments. Despite the difference in the sensitivity of the rose cultivars to treatment with MeJA, we conclude that MeJA has high potential as a quality retention agent for cut roses.
Influence of the Plastic Cover on the Protection of Sweet Cherry Fruit Against Cracking, on the Microclimate under Cover and Fruit Quality
Authors: Mika Augustyn , Buler Zbigniew , Wójcik Katarzyna , Konopacka Dorota 
Published: January 2020

Abstract
To study possibility of protection of sweet cherry fruit against cracking several rows of ‘Lapins’ sweet cherry (Prunus avium L.) trees grafted on ‘Colt’ rootstock, spaced 5 × 2.5 m and trained to a central leader were covered with a plastic foil to a height of 5 m. Several rows were left uncovered as a control. In the years 2016 and 2018, sun irradiation, air temperature and fruit quality were evaluated. The plastic cover reduced solar irradiation under the tunnel roof by around 40%. Light distribution within tree canopies was depleted by roughly 50%, but in the lower parts of the tree canopies, it was reduced to 6%, which is below the critical level (20%) estimated for apple trees. These results indicate the necessity to remove the covers as soon as possible after harvesting. Mean daily temperature near the ground was lower under the covers than outside, but at the height of 4.0 m, daily mean temperature was 0.4 °C higher and mean temperature during midday hours was 1.5 °C higher. The plastic covering reduced the fruit cracking from about 20% to 2% in both seasons but did not affect the fruit yield. The plastic covering did not affect the firmness and antioxidant activity and total anthocyanin content, but in the year 2018, it reduced the mean fruit weight, soluble solid, titratable acidity, dry matter and total polyphenols content.
The Vision Technique Concept Support Crane Safety Exploitation Process
Authors: Hyla Paweł , Szpytko Janusz 
Published: January 2020

Abstract
The issue of ensuring safety in the crane operation process is the subject of standards and regulations: the aim is to apply solutions aimed at ensuring the health and safety of users of cranes and the work environment. The subject of the paper is the concept of using vision technology in ensuring the safety of overhead travelling type cranes. Using a camera based vision system in conjunction with dedicated sensors, it is possible to build a system for monitoring the degradation process of selected crane operating parameters and conditions of use in a specific dynamically changing environment, as well as the operator’s characteristics. Using the developed standards of safe use of the crane, it is possible to generate safe behaviors resulting in the device being immobilized or the potential hazard being evaporated.
Research into the Integrity of Galileo Positioning at Dęblin Aerodrome
Authors: Krasuski Kamil , Kobiałka Ewelina , Ćwiklak Janusz , Grzegorzewski Marek , Ciećko Adam 
Published: January 2020

Abstract
The paper presents the results of the integrity of Galileo satellite positioning for the area of the military aerodrome in Dęblin. The integrity parameters of the Galileo satellite positioning have been determined for en-route navigation and the precision approach. To study the integrity parameter, Galileo satellite measurements from the GNSS reference station located in the area of the Aviation Department of the Polish Air Force University, located near EPDE military aerodrome in Dęblin, were used. In particular, in the research, to determine the integrity parameter, the mean errors of the determined coordinates of GNSS reference station in the BLh ellipsoid frame were used. The research test was carried out on 11 January,2019. The authors of the work studied the parameter of the integrity of Galileo positioning used HPL and VPL protection levels.
Risk Management in Crisis
Authors: Chruzik Katarzyna 
Published: January 2020

Abstract
The hierarchy of human needs published in 1954 by Maslow states that human behavior is determined by the desire to satisfy needs and does not depend on temporary emotional states. The security needs described in it are the needs of the mental and emotional environment. These are the needs of a sense of stability, a lack of sense of chaos, fear and anxiety, a sense of care and support [5]. Satisfying the need for security motivates people to act, leads to the fact that people can look forward to the future while planning a further life. According to the Dictionary of Social Sciences, security is a state of certainty and means no unacceptable threats or protection against it. Lack of sense of security both in relation to the individual and the general public causes anxiety and a sense of danger, which results in the inability to maintain order and order [3]. Maintaining a sense of security among the population is particularly important and difficult in the case of actions in crisis situations.. The publication describes the basic sources of threats in crisis situations and proposes a method of risk assessment for exemplary hazard scenarios.