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Differences in organic matter quality, chemical and microbiological characteristics of two Phaeozems under natural and anthropic influence
Authors: Sorin Matei , Matei Gabi-Mirela , Monica Dumitrascu , Mocanu Victoria 
Published: October 2019

Abstract
The soil degraded and changed by the anthropic activity must be monitored and the awareness of the intrinsic processes will allow a pertinent analysis of the effects of the application of the new technologies on the management and the sustainability of the soil.
Two natural and anthropic Phaeozems were analyzed from the point of view of chemical, microbiological characteristics, quality and composition of organic compounds.
Total values of microbial biomass and bacterial and fungal counts were generally twice higher in Calcaric Phaeozems than in Verti-Stagnic Phaeozems.
The content of humic precursors in Calcaric Phaeozems was quantitatively higher than that determined in Verti-stagnic Phaeozems, with a total content of phenols of 14.6mgGAExg−1d.m., polysaccharides and proteins of 97mgxg−1, respectivelly 16.6mgxl−1.
The ascending chromatograms showed specific distribution and higher density of the organic compounds in the CAFT sub-fraction of the Verti-stagnic Phaeozems. Pfeiffer specific chromatograms revealed an enzyme activity much higher than average at the Verti-stagnic Phaeozems, with a well-characterized functional diversity. The nutritional reserve appeared increased but poorly diversified in the Calcaric Phaeozems. Humification processes are intense, colloidal substances are present, the mineral component is very well integrated in the organic material at the Verti-stagnic Phaeozems and complex protein content is well revealed especially in the Calcaric Phaeozems.
Capillary dynamolysis reflected a characteristic pattern of Phaeozems soils, with particularities for each soil type, represented by colors, contours and particular forms of the specific structures developed.
Both soils presented good conditions for sustaining vegetation either natural or cultivated but results indicated that anthropic intervention determined a more dynamic mineralization of organic matter. Further monitoring of soil organic matter dynamics is needed and adjusting management practices for conservation of biodiversity and global ecosystem protection against the effect of anthropic intervention.
Formation of research and development consortia in the Competence Centres programme
Authors: Čadil Vladislav , Kostić Miroslav 
Published: October 2019

Abstract
This paper aims to find out how the research consortia supported in the Competence Centres programme were created, what motives and factors decide on the involvement of various actors in these consortia. It is based on a combination of a questionnaire survey, structured interviews and analysis of quantitative data from the Research, Development and Innovation Information System. The most frequent motives of consortium members for involvement in competence centres were the development of their own research activities and access to knowledge / facilities shared by partners. The main beneficiary, or a narrow group of beneficiaries forming the core of the consortium, played a decisive role in shaping the consortium. The main factor for the involvement of individual members was the combination of previous experiences with partners and their competences. Furthermore, participating enterprises have developed and extensive research and development activities, do not compete, and their activities are complementary or linked. The differences in motives and factors for each type of partner can indicate the hierarchical arrangement of consortium members.
The late Holocene decline of Trapa natans L. in Northern Poland in the light of new palaeobotanical and geochemical data
Authors: Lewandowska Agnieszka , Niedzielski Przemysław , Gałka Mariusz 
Published: October 2019

Abstract

Trapa natans (water chestnut) is an aquatic, thermophilic plant whose decline has been observed in many localities in central Europe during the last decades. In this paper, we present a description of two new T. natans subfossil sites located outside its present northern distribution in Poland. High-resolution analysis of plant macrofossils supported by geochemical analysis were undertaken to reconstruct the palaeoecological habitat and examine the cause of the late Holocene decline of T. natans that took place ca. 4000 calibrated years before AD 1950 (cal. yr BP) in a paleolake, presently the Bagno Kusowo bog. Its disappearance was a consequence of terrestrialisation and the development of peatland. In paleolake sediments covered by the peat layer in the Mechacz Wielki bog, T. natans macrofossils were found from before ca. 3300 cal. yr BP. The decline of T. natans could have resulted from the changes and development of other plant communities where the dominant role was played by Stratiotes aloides and Nymphaea sp. In our study sites, T. natans occurred together with Potamogeton crispus, Potamogeton obtusifolius, Nymphaea alba, and Nuphar sp. in eutrophic water dominated by Ca2+, Fe3+, and Al3+ ions. Our palaeobotanical and geochemical results align with the contemporary conditions of T. natans habitat.
PERENCANAAN MCK KOMUNAL BERBASIS MASYARAKAT DI DESA PINGIRPAPAS KECAMATAN KALIANGET KABUPATEN SUMENEP
Authors: Rahmanto Ach. Desmantri 
Published: October 2019

masyarakat di Desa Pinggirpapas cenderung tidak ramah lingkungan karena dibentuk oleh kebiasaan yang sudah turun temurun selama berpuluh tahun. Kebiasaan ini salah satunya dipengaruhi oleh rendahnya pengetahuan masyarakat tentang MCK akibat latar belakang pendidikan yang didominasi tamatan sekolah dasar serta minimnya penyuluhan tentang penggunaan MCK yang baik dan benar.
Metode yang di gunakan yaitu penelitian kuantitatif, teknik analisis data yang digunkan dalam penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan rumus secara empiris. Penggunaan analisis SWOT dengan memaksimalkan kekuatan (strengths) dan peluang (opportunities), namun secara bersamaan dapat memaksimalkan kelemahan (weaknesses) dan ancaman (threats).
Berdasarkan hasil penelitian yang dilakukan, terdapat 12 titik yang diperoleh berdasarkan jarak pengguna dan di bagi dalam 4 (empat) tipe MCK Komunal di Dusun Ageng Desa Pinggirpapas Kecamatan Kalianget Kabupaten Sumenep. Type 1 (4 bilik kamar mandi, 6 bilik kakus dan 6 bilik cuci). Type 2 (2 bilik kamar mandi, 4 bilik kakus, dan 4 bilik cuci). Type 3 (4 bilik kamar mandi, 4 bilik kakus, dan 5 bilik cuci). Type 4 (4 bilik kamar mandi, 6 bilik kakus, dan 5 bilik cuci). Dengan Rencana Anggaran Biaya Keseluruhan Sebesar Rp. 5.077.888.000.
Carta a los profesores
Authors: Guebelly Ortega Jorge Elías 
Published: October 2019

Apreciado profesor:
En este lento proceso de desnaturalización del hombre y de sus instituciones, es necesario detenerse un rato en el camino y reflexionar sobre nuestra Universidad, buscando su naturaleza original. El conocimiento debe ser el eje fundamental que regida las actividades universitarias. Conocimiento para ensanchar la conciencia del hombre. En fin de cuentas, este último proceso ha sido la base de toda la aventura humana.
En los recintos de la Universidad se imparte conocimiento: docencia; se crea nuevos conocimientos: investigación, y se comparte conocimientos: extensión. La docencia universitaria se levanta sobre el conocimiento más avanzado, factible de imprimir progreso al entorno social. Lo más avanzado en la ciencia, el arte, la tecnología, la filosofía, la religión... del mundo contemporáneo, sobre los rieles de metodologías igualmente avanzadas. La investigación universitaria desentraña los problemas acuciantes del entorno empleando los métodos investigativos más eficaces y más desarrollados, factibles de ser asimilados cieadoramente por la institución. La extensión universitaria es la socialización del conocimiento mediante el cual se combate todos los males de la comunidad buscando elevarla a un nivel más humano. Sólo así, la Universidad puede convertirse en una real alternativa de desarrollo material y espiritual de la sociedad que la generó.
Centro experimental de dificultades del aprendizaje "CEDAP"
Authors: Paideia Surcolombiana Revista 
Published: October 2019

Este Centro inaugurado hace ya un año, ha venido funcionando regularmente y cubriendo en la medida de lo posible los objetivos propuestos así:
- Como “Aula Remedial” el CEDAP presta servicio directo de diagnóstico, psicoterapia, terapia y educación remedial a los niños del Jardín de la Universidad Surcolombia-na con necesidad de ayuda complementaria, y de asistencia a los padres de los mismos.
Propuesta curricular alternativa para el ejercicio y la vivencia de los derechos humanos en las instituciones educativas
Authors: López Jiménez Nelson Ernesto , Pérez Gutiérrez María Fernanda , Perdomo Cortes Wilson Roberto 
Published: October 2019

ste artículo tiene como propósito central analizar las expresiones del currículo oculto en algunas instituciones educativas del Departamento del Huila y sus implicaciones en las distintas formas de violencia escolar en el contexto de la política sobre los Derechos Humanos que existe en Colombia.
a problemática de los Derechos Humanos en América Latina y en Colombia ha adquirido una relevancia fundamental debido a la existencia de condiciones reales que afirman y denuncian su violación sistemática, producto de políticas y acciones fundamentadas en las formas de violencias y en el autoritarismo de muchos de los gobiernos de los países del área. En este contexto resulta importante indagar sobre la responsabilidad que tienen las Instituciones Educativas IE en cuanto a la defensa, el reconocimiento y el respeto de los Derechos Humanos DDHH.
Se plantea que a través del currículo oculto se vehiculizan una serie de violencias, que al no ser consideradas relevantes, crean el espacio propicio para la violación permanente de los DDHH en la medida que no se acepta ni respeta la diferencia, la otredad, la singularidad, creando un ambiente de atropello, abuso, inseguridad, incertidumbre, miedo, que afecta y pone en cuestión los logros señalados en los diferentes propósitos y principios de las IE.
En síntesis, la problemática que orienta y determina este artículo se concreta en el estudio, análisis, caracterización e intervención de los Derechos Humanos y sus implicaciones con las diversas formas de violencia escolar expresadas en el currículo oculto.
Analysis on the Development Path of Contemporary English Teaching in Universities and Colleges
Authors: Wu Shaojie 
Published: October 2019

As China’s opening up to the outside world continues to increase, mastering English profciency has become a basic requirement for Chinese citizens to move toward society and to go international. This paper focuses on the necessity of strengthening the English teaching reform in universities and colleges in China, the concept of English teaching reform and development in universities and colleges, the current problems and development path of English teaching in universities and colleges for reference.
Theoretical and Methodological Foundations of Designing a balance Model for Reproducing Investment Potential of Institutional Sectors in the Regional System
Authors: Naumov I. V. 
Published: October 2019

Reproducing investment potential of institutional sectors of the economy of any territorial system becomes a challenging issue in the light of recent trends: lack of financial resources for modernization and development of the real sector of economy, failure to successful implementing the planned strategic programs for economic development of territorial systems at macroeconomic, regional and municipal levels. A systematic approach to the formation and reproduction ofthese resources is required. In this regard, the main purpose of the work was to develop methodological foundations of designing a balance model for reproducing the investment potential of institutional sectors in the regional system. The analysis of the advantages and disadvantages of the existing approaches showed that a systematic representation of the reproduction processes of the investment potential of institutional sectors in the territorial systems requires a detailed mapping of the movement processes of financial resources between the sectors, as well as spatial features of the movement of their investment resources between the regional systems. Proposed in the work, the theoretical and methodological approach uses the basic principles of the system of national accounts: “double entry”, according to which one sector initiates the movement of financial flows, and the other accepts them; financial account structure of institutional sectors. Moran’s spatial autocorrelation and autoregression method was also applied. Thus, it provides to assess the investment resource endowment of the sectors and their sufficiency to solve the most important development problems, to determine the main uses of these resources by institutional sectors, and the riskiness of their investment activities. Such an approach provides an opportunity for state authorities and a financial regulator to assess the system of investment interconnections between institutional sectors that has developed in the regions, the problems and threats of financial development of these sectors, and to find reserves to solve them.
ICD-data collection features: an international survey
Authors: Otero Varela Lucia , Doktorchik Chelsea , Wiebe Natalie , Eastwood Catherine , Quan Hude 
Published: October 2019

Background: The International Classification of Diseases (ICD) is globally used for coding morbidity and mortality statistics, however, its use, as well as the data collection features vary greatly across countries.
Objective: To characterize hospital ICD-coded data collection worldwide.
Methods: After an in-depth grey and academic literature review, an online survey was created to poll the 194 World Health Organization (WHO) member countries. Questions focused on hospital data collection systems and ICD-coded data features. The survey was distributed, using different methods, to potential participants that met the specific criteria, as well as organizations specialized in the topic, such as WHO Collaborating Centers (WHO-CC) or International Federation of Health Information Management Association (IFHIMA), to be forwarded to their representatives. Answers were analyzed using descriptive statistics.
Results: Data from 48 respondents from 26 different countries has been collected. Results reveal worldwide use of ICD, with variations in the maximum allowable coding fields for diagnoses and interventions. For instance, in some countries there is an unlimited number of coding fields (Netherlands, Thailand and Iran), as opposed to others with only 1-6 available (Guatemala or Mauritius). Disparities also exist in the definition of a main condition, as 60% of the countries use “reason for admission” and 40% utilize “resource use”. Additionally, the mandatory type of data fields in the hospital morbidity database (e.g. patient demographics, admission type, discharge disposition, diagnoses, …) differ among countries, with diagnosis timing and physician information being the least frequently required.
Conclusion: These survey data will establish the current state of ICD use internationally, which will ultimately be valuable to the WHO for the promotion of ICD and the rollout of ICD-11. Additionally, it will improve international comparisons of health data, and encourage further research on how to improve ICD coding.
Upregulation of spinal stretch reflexes during upper-limb posture control task
Authors: Miller Ryan Raymond , Cluff Tyler 
Published: October 2019

Background: Sensory feedback from receptors in the eyes, skin, vestibular organs and muscles allows us to build accurate representations of the position and motion of our body within the environment. In unpredictable situations, such as when holding an umbrella in gusting winds, studies have suggested the nervous system upregulates the sensitivity of sensory organs to counter disturbances and increase the probability of success. To date, studies have focused exclusively on the upregulation of feedback mechanisms in the lower-limbs during standing balance. We know comparatively little about whether and how sensory upregulation contributes to the control of upper limb motor actions.
Objectives: Examine the upregulation and adaptation of upper limb muscle activity and spinal stretch reflexes when interacting with unpredictable mechanical environments.
Methods: Ten healthy, right-handed adults (age range: 20 – 27 years) performed a postural control task where the goal was to maintain their hand within a fixed target. Participants performed the task while seated with their arm supported in an exoskeleton robot that can sense and disturb arm motion. They received real-time feedback of their movements on a virtual reality system. The protocol was delivered in three phases. The baseline phase consisted of 50 trials where subjects maintained their hand in the target in the absence of mechanical disturbances. Subjects then performed a peri-exposure phase that consisted of 100 null trials (no forces applied), 100 step-torque perturbations that produced rapid elbow flexion (+2Nm), and 100 perturbations that caused rapid elbow extension (-2Nm). We then unexpectedly removed the perturbations and subjects performed 75 trials to determine whether muscle activity returned to baseline levels. Kinematics and muscle activity were recorded throughout the experiment.
Results: Preliminary results show that background muscle activity and spinal stretch reflexes were the largest when first exposed to unpredictable mechanical perturbations and adapted systematically with repeated exposure.
Conclusions: Similar to results observed in the lower-limbs during standing balance experiments, we observed upregulation of background muscle activity and spinal stretch reflexes when interacting with unpredictable mechanical environments with the upper-limb. The amplitude of spinal stretch responses and background muscle activity decayed systematically with repeated exposure to unpredictable mechanical perturbations.
Developing an app to provide physical and mental health benefits for menopausal women
Authors: Shah Prachi , Stroulia Eleni , Ross Sue , Sydora Beate 
Published: October 2019

Background: Menopause is the end of a women’s menstrual cycle and reproductive years. For some women the transition is without major problems; others struggle with various psychological and physical symptoms. Regular walking exercise can be an easy way to maintain physical and mental health. Previous focus groups revealed that women enjoy and want the social aspect of walking groups.

Objectives: The goal of this study is to test use and effectiveness of a walking app platform specific for menopausal women that allows them to connect with each other to schedule walks in Edmonton, and track the effect of walking on their symptom changes.

Methods: Women will be recruited from the Edmonton Menopause clinics and by word of mouth. Interested and consented women receive login information to use the app to schedule and sign-up for walks. Women will complete menopause-specific QOL and symptom questionnaires at their first login and will be prompted to complete them monthly thereafter. Women will also be asked to record their walking durations and intensities. Participating women will be invited to focus groups to discuss their experience using the app. Descriptive statistics will be applied to analyze data collected at the backend from questionnaires and surveys, and qualitative content analysis will be applied to analyze the audio-recorded focus groups.

Results: A prototypic online application has been created including a user manual.
Access is restricted and all potential participants will be screened after their first login by the research team prior to gaining full access. Women will then be able to use the app features for schedules and surveys. Data collected at the back end by the researchers will determine the use and effectiveness of the app and explore the impact of social walking on menopause symptom changes.

Conclusion: This is the first social platform of this kind created specifically for menopausal women. Ultimately we hope that this platform will empower women to seek lifestyle changes such as walking exercises and connect with each other on the communality of menopause. Testing the use and effectiveness of the app will help us to improve and further develop the app.
Educação a distância online na Universidade Federal de Uberlândia: um percurso em consolidação
Authors: Mendes Gimenes Oliria Mendes 
Published: October 2019

A educação a distância (EaD) desde que foi contemplada na legislação vigente de nosso país, vem conquistando espaço em nossa sociedade e se consolidando como modalidade de ensino. Nessa perspectiva, este trabalho tem como objetivo analisar essa modalidade de ensino na legislação educacional brasileira, bem como apresentar a sua constituição na Universidade Federal de Uberlândia (UFU). Trata-se de um estudo bibliográfico e documental, com coleta de dados no website institucional do Centro de Educação a Distância da UFU (CEaD/UFU). A partir desses levantamentos apresentamos um breve histórico com base na LDB 9394/96 e sua implantação como modalidade de ensino no Brasil, bem como o percurso e sua constituição na UFU. Ao final, consideramos que o percurso na instituição tem avançado e vem conquistando espaço dentro do ambiente acadêmico, confirmando assim, os esforços desenvolvidos pelo CEaD, gestor da EaD na UFU. Palavras-chave: Educação a distância online. Ensino Superior. Sistema UAB.
Interferência da tecnologia na educação superior: importância crescente do ensino a distância na difusão do conhecimento
Authors: Barbosa Michelle de Oliveira 
Published: October 2019

Este artigo tem por objetivo analisar a importância da Educação a Distância (EAD) para atender às demandas da Educação Superior no Brasil, principalmente levando em consideração a necessidade de instrução em nível superior no País. Impulsionado pela difusão dos meios de comunicação, o ensino a distância surgiu como alternativa para a democratização do acesso ao saber e para proporcionar maior desenvolvimento econômico e social. Dada essa relevância, várias políticas públicas foram implantadas e deram sustentação legal para sua difusão no Brasil. Os métodos utilizados tiveram por base a análise e descrição dos elementos que compõe a EAD e subsidiaram o entendimento de que a EAD tem se tornado modalidade regular de ensino, e tem contribuído para atender parte significativa da demanda por cursos de graduação e pós-graduação no Brasil e no mundo, demonstrando sua capacidade em atender aos atuais anseios da sociedade. Palavras-chave: Conhecimento. Ensino a distância. Desenvolvimento.
Educação a distância como estratégia de educação continuada
Authors: Bizarria Fabiana Pinto de Almeida , Bastos Adriana Teixeira , Tassigny Mônica Mota , Silva Maria Aparecida da , Oliveira Artur Gomes de 
Published: October 2019

As intensas mudanças que atingem o mundo do trabalho vêm obrigando os indivíduos a lutarem de forma intensa contra a obsolescência profissional. Com o advento das novas Tecnologias de Informação e Comunicação (TIC) e a abundância de informações veiculadas pela Internet, uma das principais questões envolvidas diz respeito à transformação desse conteúdo em conhecimento. Nesse sentido, a investigação proposta neste ensaio teórico vislumbra apresentar a Educação a Distância (EAD) como estratégia de educação continuada em processos de desenvolvimento de pessoas em instituições públicas. A pesquisa fundamenta-se na metodologia qualitativa que se revela como uma forma adequada para entender a natureza de um fenômeno social. Infere-se dos dados e argumentos apresentados neste artigo que os programas de treinamento e desenvolvimento, de forma geral, introduziram a ideia da educação à distância como instrumento de desenvolvimento de competências organizacionais nas instituições públicas e em outras organizações. Palavras-chave: Educação à Distância. Estratégia. Aprendizagem Organizacional.