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Vergleich der Messungen der Schmelzbadtemperatur bei der Additiven Fertigung von Metallen mittels IR-Spektroskopie und Thermografie
Authors: Scheuschner Nils , Altenburg Simon J. , Pignatelli Giuseppe , Maierhofer Christiane , Straße Anne , Gornushkin Igor B. , Gumenyuk Andrey 
Published: July 2021

Zusammenfassung
Im Rahmen des Themenfeldprojektes „Process Monitoring of AM“ (ProMoAM) evaluiert die Bundesanstalt für Materialforschung und -prüfung (BAM) gegenwärtig die Anwendbarkeit verschiedenster ZfP-Verfahren zur in-situ Prozessüberwachung in der additiven Fertigung (AM) von Metallen in Hinblick auf die Qualitätssicherung. Einige der wichtigsten Messgrößen sind hierbei die Temperatur des Schmelzbades und die Abkühlrate, welche starken Einfluss auf das Gefüge und die Eigenspannung haben. Aufgrund der Zugänglichkeit zum Werkstück während des Bauprozesses bieten sich optische Verfahren zu Temperaturbestimmung an. Hierbei stellen jedoch u. a. die hohe Bandbreite der zu messenden Temperaturen, die Bestimmung der Emissivität und ihre Änderung bei Phasenübergängen der verwendeten Legierung große experimentelle Herausforderungen dar. Eine weitere Herausforderung stellt für die IR-Spektroskopie die Absorption durch das Schutzgas und weitere optische Elemente dar. Um diese auch in einem industriellen Umfeld kompensieren zu können, wurde eine Methode entwickelt, die das gemessene Spektrum bei der Verfestigung des Werkstoffes als Referenz nutzt. In diesem Beitrag wird die Anwendung dieser Methode für die IR-Spektrometrie als auch Thermografische Messungen beim Laser-Pulver-Auftragschweißen von 316L gezeigt, wobei beide Methoden weiterhin in Hinblick auf ihre individuellen Vor- und Nachteile miteinander verglichen werden.
Pathogenic and molecular variation of Fusarium species causing head blight on barley landraces
Authors: Sakr Nachaat , Shoaib Amina 
Published: July 2021

AbstractFusarium head blight (FHB) is consistently one of the most important barley diseases worldwide. This study aimed to evaluate the pathogenicity of 16 isolates of four Fusarium species under controlled conditions and their genetic variability using 22 random amplified polymorphic DNA (RAPD) markers. Pathogenic variation was characterized based on disease development rates and disease index on two Syrian barley landraces with varying resistance to FHB, Arabi Aswad (AS) and Arabi Abiad (AB). Significant differences in intra- and inter-Fusarium species pathogenicity and in susceptibility between the above-mentioned cultivars were highlighted. Overall, the two barley landraces showed moderately susceptible to moderately resistance levels to fungal infection and FHB spread within the head. Quantitative traits showed significant correlation with previous data generated in vitro and under field conditions, suggesting that growth chamber indices can predict fungal pathogenicity and quantitative disease resistance generated under various experimental conditions. Based on PCR amplification with seven different primers, the isolates showed genetic variation. Dendrogram generated by cluster analysis based on RAPD markers data showed two main groups, suggesting that a possible clonal origin could exist in the four Fusarium species. RAPD fingerprints are not useful to distinguish the 16 Fusarium isolates with different levels of pathogenicity.
Conservation Status of the Argentine Boa Constrictor (Boa constrictor occidentalis) 20 Years After Being Listed in CITES Appendix I
Authors: Waller Tomás , Micucci Patricio A. , Barros Mariano , Draque Juan , Estavillo Candelaria 
Published: July 2021

Twenty years after the species was listed in CITES Appendix I, we carried out a comprehensive review of the conservation status of the Argentine Boa Constrictor (Boa constrictor occidentalis) in Argentina. We compiled background information on trade, biology, and distribution. We evaluated the historical range on the basis of museum and literature records, and later adjusted it to incorporate environmental variables. We carried out 573 interviews with local residents regarding the historical presence of the species and the ways in which it was used. Using a rapid assessment of woody vegetation cover, we estimated the degree of habitat loss in Argentina. We conclude that CITES has been very effective in stopping the international trade and almost completely eliminating hunting pressure on this snake throughout Argentina. However, suitable boa habitat has been reduced by one third to approximately 30 million ha from a historical extent of occurrence of about 42 million ha in the Dry Chaco ecoregion. Loss of suitable habitat is mainly due to recent expansion in agricultural and livestock production. This subspecies is still common throughout its range; however, recent trends in habitat loss led us to conclude that the Argentine Boa Constrictor meets at least one of the CITES criteria for retention in Appendix I, at least until the recently enacted forest protection law proves its effectiveness in protecting the remaining Chaco forests of Argentina.
Biology and Captive Breeding of the Amazonian Milk Frog, Trachycephalus resinifictrix (Goeldi 1907)
Authors: Mignet Fabien 
Published: July 2021

Although the Amazonian Milk Frog (Trachycephalus resinifictrix) is commonly bred in captivity in zoological institutions worldwide, very little information regarding these undertakings has been published. Here, I report my experience with the successful breeding of T. resinifictrix at the Touroparc Zoo. I highlight some fundamental biological traits in order to fulfill the requirements for captive breeding and to ensure the general welfare of these frogs. The aim is to provide guidelines that may be used by zoos, aquariums, and other facilities as well as private contributions to conservation breeding programs for endangered anurans with requirements similar to those of T. resinifictrix. In general, this species is easy to keep in captivity. Larvae are easy to produce and raise with very low mortality rates. They usually metamorphose at six to ten weeks. However, newly metamorphosed frogs are fragile and require more attention. Several pathogens are known to affect the health of amphibians, and stress can play an important role in immune function.
New verified nonindigenous amphibians and reptiles in Florida, 1976 through 2015, with a summary of over 152 years of introductions
Authors: Krysko Kenneth L. , Somma Louis A. , Smith Dustin C. , Gillette Christopher R. , Cueva Daniel , Wasilewski Joseph A. , Enge Kevin M. , Johnson Steve A. , Campbell Todd S. , Edwards Jake R. , Rochford Michael R. , Tompkins Rhyan , Fobb Jeffrey L. , Mullin Scott , Lechowicz Christopher , Hazelton Dallas , Warren Alície 
Published: July 2021

More nonindigenous species occur in Florida, USA, than any other region worldwide and may threaten many of Florida’s natural resources. The frequency of new reports mandates the need for regular updates. Herein, we use photographic and specimen vouchers in addition to literature records to provide updated information on verified nonindigenous amphibians and reptiles in Florida. Between our most recent summary in 2012 and the end of 2015, 38 additional species are known to have been intercepted (n = 2) or introduced (n = 36). We also update the invasion stage of seven species previously reported from Florida and report that five additional taxa are now established. In total, 191 independent known introductions of 180 herpetofaunal taxa led to the establishment of 63 taxa. This suggests that one in three introduced herpetofaunal species becomes established in Florida. The pet trade represents the most common introduction pathway among these species animal importer in Hollywood, Broward County, is the probable source for introduction of a quarter of all herpetofauna introduced to Florida.
Value of psychological adaptation of labor-intensive underground workers in formation of arterial hypertension regarding age aspect
Authors: Malyutina N. N. , Paramonova S. V. , Sedinina N. S. , Ustinova O. Yu. , Vlasova E. M. 
Published: July 2021

Objective. To study the prerequisites for the development of hypertension based on the manifestation of psychovegetative dysfunction and some changes in the biochemical and functional parameters of CVS in the age aspect. Psychological adaptation of a group of underground miners in conditions of intensive labor was analyzed on the basis of indicators of psycho-vegetative status taking into account the influence of professional and psychosocial factors. In connection with the established diagnosis i.e. arterial hypertension (AH) syndrome, especially in middle-aged persons, it is of interest to study the indicators of psycho-vegetative status in the age aspect and to compare them with some changes in biochemical and functional state of cardiovascular system (CVS) in this contingent of patients.
Materials and methods. The results of the study of psycho-vegetative status of 60 underground miners with AH syndrome (age 46.8 2.0 years, experience 22.0 2.4 years) using the method of psychophysiological testing as well as analysis of some clinical, functional and laboratory parameters are presented.
Results. The adaptive psycho-vegetative phenotypes in a group of underground workers with AH syndrome in the age aspect were identified.
Conclusions. With an increase in the length of service among labor-intensive workers, the characteristics of psycho-vegetative status change qualitatively in the form of elevated anxiety and neuro-psychical stress with a decrease in the function of attention combined with a negative relationship of these parameters with increasing age, that is accompanied by dysfunction of CVS; studying of this aspect allows identifying the prerequisites for the development of hypertension so as to form a risk group in time.
Representasi Kegagalan Cinta dan Kriminalitas dalam Novel Seribu Wajah Cinta Karya Fredy S.
Authors: Rizam Masyithah Maghfirah , Effendy Moh Hafid 
Published: July 2021

Literary works are able to describe the reality outside of the human being exactly as it is. The novel of Seribu Wajah Cinta by Fredy S. is a form of popular literature. Popular literature restates records of life in hope that the reader will get to know his experiences again so that they feel comforted, because someone has told his experience. The research method uses a qualitative approach with the researcher acting as a key instrument. Data collection was carried out by taking steps, carrying out intensive reading, recording data, coding the parts of the novel that were appointed as data, analyzing, and interpreting the data to find representations of broken relationship and criminality in the novel of Seribu Wajah Cinta by Fredy S. shows the broken relationship and criminality which is a reflection of daily life.
Penggunaan Kalimat Efektif dalam Tugas Karya Ilmiah Mahasiswa D-3 Politeknik Baja Tegal
Authors: Ria Candra Dewi  , Kusumaningroem Ismi 
Published: July 2021

This study aims to analyze the use of effective sentences in scientific essay assignments in general subjects D-3 programme at Baja Tegal Polytechnic regarding the use of effective sentences. Research method uses in this research is qualitative. Based on the analysis in the research essay of D3 programme Polytechnic Baja Tegal Semester III, several errors were found in writing sentences. These mistakes result in ineffectiveness in the sentence so that the reader finds it difficult to understand the writing. The manifestation of the error is the use of excessive words that make the ineffective sentence. Also, choosing words that are not right for sentences such as conjunctions and prepositions that make ineffective sentence.
Perceived consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic and childbearing intentions in Poland
Authors: Malicka Izabela , Mynarska Monika , Świderska Joanna 
Published: July 2021

Objective: We aim to investigate how the perceived consequences of COVID-19 affect people's childbearing intentions in Poland.
Background: With the pandemic having an impact on virtually all spheres of people's lives, some evidence already exists that it will lead to fertility postponement, as people are reluctant to make their reproductive choices in such uncertain times.
Method: We analyse a nationally representative sample of 1000 respondents aged 18-49. In the sample, 234 respondents declared that they had intended to have a child before the outbreak of the pandemic and about 20% of them stated having postponed or foregone their intention because of COVID-19. We perform logistic regression analyses to verify which perceived consequences of the pandemic are most decisive for this choice. We supplement our analyses with insights from qualitative, open-ended question on the effects of the pandemic.
Results: We find that people’s decision to postpone childbearing is related to respondents' perceived lower sense of financial security and worse mental well-being in the pandemic. In the model, where both factors are included, only mental well-being remains significant. Qualitative analyses point to several other factors important to fertility decisions in the pandemic, e.g., women’s fear of lonely childbirth.
Conclusion: People’s decision to postpone childbearing because of COVID-19 is mostly related to pandemic-induced financial insecurity and this effect seems to be mediated by the psychological reaction to the situation.
Comparison of Outcomes by Reconstructive Strategy in Patients with Prostheses for Proximal Femoral Focal Deficiency
Authors: Floccari Lorena V. , Jeans Kelly A. , Herring John A. , Johnston Charles E. , Karol Lori A. 
Published: July 2021

Background:
The present study compares prosthetic treatment options for proximal femoral focal deficiency in terms of gait analysis, oxygen consumption, and patient-reported outcomes.

Methods:
Twenty-three patients who had been managed with a prosthesis for unilateral proximal femoral focal deficiency underwent gait analysis; this group included 7 patients who had received an equinus prosthesis, 6 who had received a rotationplasty prosthesis, and 10 who had undergone Syme amputation and had received an above-the-knee prosthesis. Cadence parameters, kinematic and kinetic data, and oxygen consumption were measured, and the Gait Deviation Index (GDI) was calculated. Medical records and radiographs were reviewed. The Pediatric Outcomes Data Collection Instrument (PODCI) was completed by the child’s parent.

Results:
Patients underwent gait analysis at a mean age of 11.6 years (range, 4 to 19 years). Proximal femoral focal deficiency classification was not predictive of the chosen treatment. Patients in the rotationplasty group had undergone more procedures than those in the Syme amputation and equinus groups (mean, 3.3, 1.8, and 0.7 procedures, respectively) (p = 0.001). Oxygen cost did not differ between groups; however, all required greater energy expenditure than normal (170%, 144%, and 159%, in the equinus, rotationplasty, and Syme amputation groups, respectively) (p = 0.427). Likewise, hip power, abductor impulse, and GDI did not differ, but all groups had GDI scores >3 standard deviations below normative values. Patients in the equinus group walked faster (97% of normal for age) than those in the rotationplasty (84%) and Syme amputation groups (83%) (p = 0.018), whereas those in the Syme amputation group had superior knee range of motion (55° from the prosthetic knee) than those in the equinus (20°) and rotationplasty groups (15° generated from the ankle) (p = 0.003). There were no differences in terms of the PODCI subscales for pain, sport/physical function, happiness, or global function. Transfer/basic mobility improved with age (r = 0.516, p = 0.017), but no other associations were found between gait variables and PODCI scores.

Conclusions:
Rotationplasty provided no patient-reported benefit and no functional benefit in terms of gait parameters or oxygen consumption, despite requiring more surgical procedures compared with other prosthetic options. Patients with an equinus prosthesis walked the fastest, whereas treatment with a Syme amputation and prosthetic knee yielded equivalent gait parameters and oxygen consumption as compared with those for patients using an equinus prosthesis. These findings contradict those of previous reports that rotationplasty provides superior function over other proximal femoral focal deficiency prosthetic treatment options.

Level of Evidence:
Therapeutic Level III. See Instructions for Authors for a complete description of levels of evidence.
Systemic Amyloidosis as a Rare Complication of IgG4 Related Disease: Case Report and Literature Review
Authors: Mendonca Leonardo Oliveira , Antila Henrikki Gomes , Prado Alex Isidoro , Fonseca Luiz Augusto Marcondes , Martins Miton de Arruda , Dyer Rafael , Kalil Jorge , Morato-Castro Fabio Fernandes , Toledo-Barros Myrthes Anna Maragna 
Published: July 2021

Abstract
Immunoglobulin 4 Related Disease (IgG4-RD) is immune-mediated fibroinflammatory disease and despite recent advances the immunological process involved in the disease pathogenesis is still unclear. Serum amyloid A (SAA) the precursor protein in AA amyloidosis is induced by inflammatory mediators such as IL-1, IL-6 and TNF cytokines. The treatment of AA amyloidosis is directed by the theoretical cytokine involved in the underlying inflammatory condition. Many inflammatory conditions has already been associated to AA amyloidosis and secondary to IgG4-RD seems to be rare. Here we report the case of a Brazilian patient with IgG4-RD with a fatal evolution of systemic amyloidosis. We also revised the cases already reporte in the literature with IgG4-RD and systemic amyloidosis.
Filipino Nurses in Cebu City Reveal High Level of Knowledge, Attitudes, Practices and Willingness in Providing Care to COVID-19 Patients: A Cross-Sectional Analysis
Authors: Denney Brian Mortejo , Astor Alexandra , Cabrilles Joanna , Codera Kristiane , Forteza Edzil Marice , Ihara Mugen , Lagudas Mary Farrah , Pesante Kathleen Kaye , Tam Jae Christelle 
Published: July 2021

Abstract
Background

COVID-19 is a rapidly spreading illness and has resulted in a global pandemic. In the Philippines, active cases of COVID-19 are rising and have threatened both local health and healthcare workers given the limited information on this new disease. Despite several studies conducted to assess the awareness, knowledge, attitude, practices, and willingness of nurses to provide care during this pandemic, there are scarce reports regarding Filipino nurses. Thus, our study assessed such criteria in staff nurses across different Cebu hospitals.
Methods

This study utilized a descriptive research design using the cross-sectional survey method. A web-based survey and convenience sampling method was adopted to collect the data from Filipino nurses from any hospital in Cebu, of which, 137 participated in the study. A 43-item questionnaire was developed, which was spread out into 5 parts that comprised of the demographic profile, knowledge (15 items), attitude (10 items), practices (9 items), and willingness to care for patients with COVID-19 (9 items). The data was processed and analyzed using inferential statistical tools.
Results

Majority of the nurses were females (70.80%), whose ages were 20–25 years old (54.01%), single (89.78%), mostly college degree holder (90.51%), and employed in hospitals for 1–3 years (64.96%). They also rely on the internet (99.27%) as a source of information related to COVID-19. They also displayed an overall knowledge of 65% especially about the COVID-19 causative agent, its transmission, and pathogenesis. Furthermore, the respondents were generally knowledgeable of the various information regarding COVID-19 at a rate of 79.56%. The mean values for attitude, practices, and willingness to provide care were 4.45 (very favorable), 4.65 (always), and 4.52 (very willing) respectively.
Conclusions

Generally, the results of our study were favorable across the 5 parts of the survey. Overall knowledge and extent of practice was high, which can be attributed to government efforts of educating healthcare workers and observance of the mandated protocols. In addition, attitude significantly affected the willingness of the nurses to provide care. However, knowledge and practice did not affect the nurses’ willingness as the drawbacks and demands of their occupation outweighed and decreased their willingness.
Acquired Nasolacrimal Duct Obstruction: Clinical and Histological Findings of 275 Cases
Authors: Makselis Almantas , Petroska Donatas , Kadziauskiene Aiste , Jaruseviciene Ruta , Ruzgys Andrius , Cimbalas Andrius , Besusparis Justinas , Asoklis Rimvydas 
Published: July 2021

Abstract
Background: Acquired nasolacrimal duct obstruction is a blockage of the lacrimal outflow system usually caused by a local non-specific inflammation of the lacrimal sac and the nasolacrimal duct. However, cases exist where the primary nasolacrimal system obstruction was caused by malignancies. Our aim was to investigate lacrimal sac pathologies in patients with acquired nasolacrimal duct obstruction and compare its clinical manifestations. Methods: The retrospective clinical study included 275 cases with acquired nasolacrimal duct obstruction who underwent external dacryocystorhinostomy and lacrimal sac biopsy. Cases were classified into tumor or non-specific pathology groups subdivided according to the level of inflammation. Histological and clinical data were analyzed.Results: Three tumors (1.1%) (adenoid cystic carcinoma, eccrine spiradenoma and small B cell lymphoma) were diagnosed. Chronic non-granulomatous inflammation was the most common histological finding, corresponding to 194 cases (70.5%). Other 81 (29.5%) were subacute, chronic forms of non-granulomatous inflammation, tumor and fibrosis cases. Epiphora with continuous purulent discharge was the most common clinical sign reported by 144 (52.4%) patients, two (0.7%) patients had a palpable mass near the medial canthal tendon, which were identified as an eccrine spiradenoma and small B cell lymphoma. There was no significant difference in the clinical symptoms, its’ duration or case history between the non-specific pathology and the tumor groups (p = 0.292). Conclusions: Chronic non-granulomatous inflammation of the lacrimal sac was the most frequent etiology of acquired nasolacrimal duct obstruction. There were no associations between the histological findings and clinical presentation. The authors recommend a lacrimal sac biopsy only in cases when a tumor is clinically suspected.
LncRNA SLC16A1-AS1 Contributes to the Progression of Hepatocellular Carcinoma Cells by Modulating miR-411/MITD1 Axis
Authors: Duan Chun , Quan Bin , Wang Ni , Yang Jianghua , Yu Yan-Lin 
Published: July 2021

Abstract
Background: Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is a common malignancy with high morbidity. The current study aimed to explore the molecular mechannism of lncRNA SLC16A1-AS1 in the tumorigenesis of HCC.Material and Methods: The expression of SLC16A1-AS1 and miR-411 were examined in clinical HCC tissues. HCC cell lines Hep3B and Huh-7 were employed and transfected with si-SLC16A1-AS1. The correlation between SLC16A1-AS1 and miR-411 was verified by luciferase reporter assay. Cell viability was detected by CCK-8 assay. Cell migration and invasion capacity were examined by transwell assay. The protein level of MITD1 was analyzed by western blotting.Results: The expression of SLC16A1-AS1 markedly increased in HCC tissues and cell lines. Subsequent studies identified SLC16A1-AS1 as a downstream target of miR-411. In addition, SLC16A1-AS1 knockdown and miR-411 overexpression significantly stagnated progression of HCC cells. SLC16A1-AS1 knockdown also downregulated MITD1 levels. Conclusion: Our findings showed that SLC16A1-AS1 was overexpressed in HCC cells and tissues. SLC16A1-AS1 promoted the malignant characteristics of HCC cells and acted as an oncogene. Its regulatory effect may be associated with miR-411/MITD1 axis. Therefore, SLC16A1-AS1 has a potential be used as a biomarker or therapeutic target for the treatment of HCC.