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The Romanian Infantry Training in 1943
Authors: Halip Ionel 
Published: March 2021

Abstract
This article analyzed, the evolution of the Romanian army training in the year of 1943 under German influence. It presents the main issues the Romanian army had to face starting with the low employment of subunits with recruits up to the commanders and soldiers’ level of training as individual fighters. The troupes, commissioned and non-commissioned officers training were accomplished in three stages having presented the results acquired during the war, the proprieties of the newly introduced weaponry, command exercises, field application or ski courses. On the other hand, this article presents the way in which the necessary weaponry was provided, the level of facilities and also the evolution of costs needed for yearly shootings. At the same time there are presented aspects regarding the mutations suffered by the Romanian military education, that had to rise up to the level of the European one; the way in which new classes of officers and non-commissioned officers are trained, the education in military high schools, the training in regular schools and also aspects regarding low-level military training.
Information-Sharing Challenges and Issues in Multinational Operations, Part 2
Authors: Toth András 
Published: March 2021

Abstract
To share information in a multinational environment is always a big challenge. This statement is especially true when systems with different classification levels need to operate simultaneously, or different national classified systems must work together. In the first part of this article, the author analysed the different international security management procedures, the possible threats, vulnerabilities, and solutions to create the most effective information-sharing environment. The purpose of this article, as in the first part, is to analyse and evaluate the different information sharing methods and procedures that can be applied to the sharing of information between classified and non-classified networks. It also analyses the risks arising from their use and the security measures needed to remedy them. In this paper, the author collected the possible information sharing techniques and solutions and analysed the different methods to find the best result to share information in multinational environments.
Digital Permanences in the Contemporary Educational Space. The Moodle Elearning Platform
Authors: Petrişor Ramona-Mihaela , Petrişor Silviu-Mihai 
Published: March 2021

Abstract
The authors of this paper bring to the fore the connections existing between contemporary educational realities and the technological dynamics, highlighting, not only as an example of good practice, but also as a real support, as a true partner in teaching, the Moodle eLearning platform. The future educational directions do not only revolve around learning content, learning competences, appropriate pedagogical approaches, but also refer to the specific support from the area of information and communications technology, designed to contribute, in a beneficial manner, to shaping the architecture of the man of the future.
The outcome of IVF/ICSI cycles in male cancer patients: retrospective analysis of procedures from 2004 to 2018
Authors: Papler Tanja Burnik , Vrtacnik-Bokal Eda , Drobnic Saso , Stimpfel Martin 
Published: March 2021

Abstract

Introduction
Fertility preservation is an important aspect of quality of life in oncological patients, and in men is achieved by semen cryopreservation prior to treatment. Results of in vitro fertilization (IVF) procedures in healthy infertile couples are comparable, regardless of whether fresh or cryopreserved semen is used, but are scarce in male oncological patients.

Patients and methods
We performed a retrospective analysis of IVF/intracytoplasmic sperm injection (IVF/ICSI) procedures in infertile couples where men had been treated for cancer in the past. We additionally compared the results of IVF/ICSI procedures with respect to the type of semen used (fresh, cryopreserved).

Results
We compared the success rates of 214 IVF/ICSI cycles performed in the years 2004–2018. Pregnancy (30.0% vs. 21.4%; p = 0.12) and live-birth rates (22.3% vs. 17.9%; p = 0.43) per oocyte aspiration were similar between the groups in fresh cycles; however embryo utilization (48.9% vs. 40.0%; p = 0.006) and embryo cryopreservation rates (17.3% vs. 12.7%; p = 0.048) were significantly higher in the cryopreserved semen group. The cumulative pregnancy rate (60.6% vs. 37.7%; p = 0.012) was significantly higher, and the live-birth rate (45.1% vs. 34.0%; p = 0.21) non-significantly higher, in the cryopreserved semen group.

Conclusions
The success of IVF/ICSI procedures in couples where the male partner was treated for cancer in the past are the same in terms of pregnancies and live-births in fresh cycles regardless of the type of semen used. However, embryo utilization and embryo cryopreservation rates are significantly higher when cryopreserved semen is used, leading to a significantly higher cumulative number of couples who achieved at least one pregnancy.
Unmet needs in the diagnosis and treatment of Romanian patients with bilio-pancreatic tumors: results of a prospective observational multicentric study
Authors: Voiosu Theodor , Voiosu Andrei , Danielescu Cella , Popescu Daniela , Puscasu Claudia , State Monica , Chiricuţă Aurelia , Mardare Mara , Spanu Andrada , Bengus Andreea , Busuioc Bogdan , Zamfir Marius , Ginghina Octav , Barbu Maria , Nitipir Cornelia , Mateescu Bogdan 
Published: March 2021

Abstract

Background. Biliopancreatic tumors (BPT) are among the most aggressive solid malignancies, and their incidence is rising. Good patient outcome relies heavily on a multidisciplinary approach to therapy, including timely access to endoscopy, surgery and chemo/radiotherapy. We aimed to evaluate current practices as reflected in the management and outcome of patients diagnosed with BPT in the setting of a low-resource medical system in order to identify areas suitable for improvement.

Material and methods. We conducted a prospective observational study of patients with pancreatic cancers and extrahepatic cholangiocarcinomas evaluated in 4 referral centers in Romania. We collected data on the pathology of the tumors, staging at diagnosis, ECOG status, surgical interventions, chemo/radiotherapy and endoscopic drainage where applicable. A telephonic follow-up visit at 3 months after the enrollment visit collected additional data regarding evolution, subsequent treatment, performance status and disease-related events and outcomes.

Results and conclusions. One hundred seventy-two patients were included in the study during a one-year period at the four participating centers. 72.1% were diagnosed with pancreatic cancer while 27.9% had extrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma. We identified several unmet needs in the current practices of treatment for these malignancies: a lack of pathological confirmation in 25.6% of the cases, a very low percentage of resectable lesions (only 18% of the patients operated with curative intent), and suboptimal choice of drainage in patients who required palliative drainage at their first endoscopic intervention. Significant effort is required to ensure standard-of-care treatment for patient with BPT in low-resource medical systems, including comprehensive auditing and protocol surveillance.
Change in symptomatology score after functional endoscopic sinus surgery in cases of chronic rhinosinusitis
Authors: Rajpurohit Pragya , Singh Ishwar , Meher Ravi 
Published: March 2021

Abstract

BACKGROUND. Chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) is one of the most common health problems in adults, which not only causes physical symptoms, but also results in functional and emotional impairment. The aim of the present study was to investigate the effect of functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS) on SNOT-22 in cases of chronic rhinosinusitis.

MATERIAL AND METHODS. A total of 50 patients, between 18-60 years of age, who had taken treatment for CRS but found no improvement, were enrolled in the study. Before surgery, all patients were asked to fill the SNOT-22 form, the CT score was evaluated, and FESS was performed. A reevaluation with SNOT-22 questionnaire was performed 10 days, 1 and 3 months after surgery. The preoperative and postoperative scores and change score were calculated.

RESULTS. The initial preoperative mean score was 39.96±13.41. The percentage decrease in symptom score on the 10th day, the first and third month postoperatively was 42%, 74% and 91% respectively. Males had scored higher as compared to females. There was no correlation between the CT score and SNOT-22 score. Rhinological symptoms scored more than 74% in chronic rhinosinusitis cases.

CONCLUSION. SNOT-22 can be used in routine clinical practice to inform clinicians about a full range of problems associated with chronic rhinosinusitis. Responses on the instrument can help focus the clinical encounter. It can also aid researchers in assessing the degree and effect of rhinosinusitis on health status, QoL and to measure treatment response.
Theology in Times of Pandemic
Authors: Oviedo Lluis 
Published: March 2021

Abstract
A question arises regarding theology and its functions when trying to cope with the coronavirus pandemic. Surely Christian faith – along with other religions – can play a role in helping to deal with this crisis, both for individuals and collectively. Theology connects with the effort religious faith and Churches perform and provides models and ideas to highlight the Christian sense of what is happening, that is, in reference to a saving God. Four keys, rooted in the Christian tradition, are proposed that allow us to understand these difficult times in a meaningful way, that is, as revealing “signs of the times” for believers, assisting them in their struggle to cope with these challenging circumstances.
Analysis of the Impact of Non-Oil Taxation on Foreign Direct Investment and Economic Services in Nigeria
Authors: Adejare Adegbite Tajudeen , Olatunji Olaoye Clement 
Published: March 2021

Abstract
This study assessed the nonoil taxation effect on foreign direct investment and economic services from 1994 to 2019 in Nigeria. This study further evaluated the causality bearing amid foreign direct investment, economic services, value-added tax, company income tax, capital gain tax, custom and excise duties, and education tax, devotedly hiring Units root, VECM, Johansen co-integration, and Granger causality tests. Outcomes uncovered that value-added tax has a positive significant effect on economic services but a negative influence on foreign direct investment. Furthermore, value-added tax granger- cause foreign direct investment and economic services. It is also exposed that company income tax and capital gain tax possessed short-run and long-run negative significant influence on foreign direct investment but positive influence on economic services. More so, custom and excise duties upsurge economic services and foreign direct investment positively and significantly. Conclusively, taxation has negative significant impacts on foreign direct investment but upsurge economic services positively in Nigeria. It is recommended that since company income tax impacted foreign direct investment negatively both in the long run and short run, the government should lessen company income tax and upsurge capital allowance bestow on foreign direct investment in order to improve and attract foreign direct investment which will perpetually decrease poverty rate in Nigeria. Also, the government should employ taxation to realize more improvement in economic services and minimize all barriers to foreign direct investment attraction such as import duties and other levies to inspire investors.
Major Trends and New Business Models in Supply Chain and Entrepreneurship After the Covid-19 Crisis
Authors: Negrutiu Cristian 
Published: March 2021

Abstract
The paper investigates the major trends and business models of the new reality after the Covid-19 crisis. Due to the vastness of the theme, the research will be focused on the areas of supply chain and entrepreneurship. These sectors are probably the most affected today, but, also, the ones that will experience a major change in the future. Building on insights and data from top management consultants, the findings revealed some commons trends, like digitization, transparency, localization, the rising of e-commerce and the contact-less economy. In conclusion, the author proposes a model based on a virtuous cycle of elements that will shape the business models of the future as a contribution to the research in the selected sectors.
Achieving Carbon Neutral Airport Operations By 2025: The Case of Sydney Airport, Australia
Authors: Baxter Glenn 
Published: March 2021

Abstract
Using a qualitative instrumental case study research design, this study examines the strategies and carbon reduction measures implemented by Sydney Airport to achieve their goal of being a carbon neutral airport by 2025. The study period was from 2013 to 2019. The qualitative data was analyzed using document analysis. Sydney Airport has implemented a wide range of carbon reduction measures that underpin its strategy to become a carbon neutral airport. Sydney Airport’s annual emissions intensity per passenger declined in each year examined in study. Sydney Airport has participated in the Airports Council International Airport Carbon Accreditation Program since 2014 and currently holds Accreditation Level 3: Optimization. Sydney Airport’s goal is to be awarded Accreditation Level 3+: Carbon Neutrality by 2025. Sydney Airport has a carbon offsets agreement in place with a not-for-profit organization.
Robust Optimization of Bus Stop Placement Based on Dynamic Demand Using Meta Heuristic Approaches: A Case Study in a Developing Country
Authors: Ghasedi Meisam , Ghorbanzadeh Mahyar , Bargegol Iraj 
Published: March 2021

Abstract
The operating condition of bus transit system has not been efficient in most cities of Iran, and many management methods such as regular bus scheduling, assigning exclusive bus lanes, etc., which are necessary for increasing the efficiency of this system, were not regarded enough. Thus, achieving a method for locating the bus stops and optimizing the number of such stops based on a non-homogeneous spatial and temporal distribution of passengers as well as the local traffic patterns are important to be investigated. As such, the present study aims to investigate the modeling of a bus transit system corridor according to the non-homogeneous spatial and temporal distribution of passengers throughout the route aiming at optimization of the number of attracted passengers to the bus. For this purpose, the 8-km route from Vali-e-asr roundabout to Gas roundabout in the city of Rasht in the north of Iran is selected for modeling. Hammersley sampling method, as well as two heuristic optimization techniques, including a Genetic Algorithm (GA) and Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO) algorithm, are used for generating a non-uniform population and solving the optimization model. Therefore, the results of this analysis are compared to the optimization results by using the probabilistic analysis without considering the reference uncertainty. Finally, the PSO is selected as the superior algorithm for modeling and locating the bus stops due to its results in less travel time, and the validity of robust optimization model is shown due to its higher accuracy and adaptation to the real-world environment. Overall, although the optimization results based on indeterminate analysis in comparison to determinate analysis brought about more average travel time, more population sets were covered by the new introduced stops during 18 active hours of the bus transit system.
The Effect of Organic Fertilizers on Growth and Yield of Water Spinach (Ipomoea reptans Poir)
Authors: Pohan Selvia Dewi 
Published: March 2021

Water spinach (Ipomoea reptans Poir) had been identified as a nutritious vegetable with high demand in Indonesia. Besides, this plant also has been evidenced to play an important role in environmental cleaning as phytoremediator. The study about the effect of organic fertilizers on the growth and yield of water spinach (Ipomoea reptans Poir) has been conducted in the Green House of Biology Department, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Negeri Medan. The study aims to investigate the most effective type of fertilizers and the dose for water spinach’s (Ipomoea reptans Poir) growth and yield. A Completely Randomized Factorial Design was designed for the experiment with two factors and three repetitions. The first factor is the type of fertilizer (chicken manure, cow manure, and compost), and the second factor is the dose of the fertilizer (1:1, 2:1, and 3:1). The parameters such as plant height, number of shoots, number of leaves, fresh weight, dry weight, leaf’s total chlorophyll content, and water content were measured to evaluate plant growth and yield. The General Linear Model used SPSS 21 programs was applied to analyze the collected data. Study results revealed that cow manure increased plant growth and yield significantly with dose 2:1 as the finest treatment, followed by dose 3:1. Cow manure also increased total chlorophyll content (8.0574c mg. L-1), with the most suitable dose was 2:1 (8.2807 mg. L-1). The plant’s water content tended to be high in chicken manure (93%), and the lower water content was in cow manure with dose 3:1 (87.5%).
PERAN MODERASI DIVIDEND PAYOUT RATIO TERHADAP HUBUNGAN PROFITABILITAS DENGAN RETURN SAHAM (STUDI PADA PERUSAHAAN MANUFAKTUR YANG TERDAFTAR DI SEKTOR INDUSTRI BARANG KONSUMSI PERIODE TAHUN 2016-2018)
Authors: Mufidah Nailul , Yuliana Indah 
Published: March 2021

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh profitabilitas terhadap return saham dan dimoderasi oleh dividen payout ratio (DPR). Return saham merupakan tingkat keuntungan yang didapatkan oleh para investor atas hasil investasi saham yang dilakukannya. Rasio profitabilitas digunakan untuk mengukur seberapa besar tingkat keuntungan yang dapat diperoleh oleh perusahaan. Indikator rasio profitabilitas yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini yaitu return on asset (ROA) dan net profit margin (NPM). Variabel dividend payout ratio (DPR) digunakan untuk melihat apakah mampu memoderasi hubungan profitabilitas terhadap return saham.
Perusahaan sektor industri barang konsumsi yang terdaftar di BEI periode 2016-2018 dipilih sebagai populasi yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini. Teknik purposive sampling digunakan untuk mendapatkan jumlah sampel dalam penelitian ini. Berdasarkan teknik tersebut 13 perusahaan diperoleh sebagai sampel. Teknik analisis partial least square digunakan dalam penelitian ini.
Penelitian ini menunjukkan hasil bahwa semakin tinggi nilai ROA akan mempengaruhi tingkat pengembalian terhadap para pemegang saham, sedangkan NPM tidak berpengaruh terhadap return saham, dan DPR mampu memoderasi hubungan profitabilitas terhadap return saham.
Peningkatan pH air asam dengan kompos daun ubi kasesa (Manihot sp.) untuk kegiatan akuakultur
Authors: Sintiya Hani , Prasetiyono Eva , Bidayani Endang 
Published: March 2021

ABSTRAKUbi kasesa yang banyak terdapat di Pulau Bangka memiliki daun yang dapat dimanfaatkan sebagai bahan baku pembuatan kompos untuk meningkatkan pH air dalam akuakultur. Penelitian bertujuan untuk menganalisis efektivitas dan menentukan dosis terbaik kompos daun ubi kasesa terhadap kenaikan pH air akuakultur. Metode eksperimental menggunakan Rancangan Acak Lengkap (RAL) tunggal dengan 4 perlakuan dan 3 ulangan. Dosis kompos daun ubi kasesa yang digunakan adalah 0 g/L (P0), 1,25 g/L (P1), 2,25 g/L (P2), 3,25 g/L (P3). Hasil uji statistik menunjukkan adanya pengaruh nyata penggunaan kompos daun ubi kasesa terhadap kenaikan pH air. Nilai pH air awal sebesar 3,6 meningkat masing-masing 5,83±0,06, 7,07±0,06, 7,23±0,12, 7,37±0,06 pada P0, P1, P2, dan P3 setelah diberikan kompos daun ubi kasesa. Air yang diberi kompos tersebut selanjutnya digunakan untuk pemeliharaan ikan nila. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa dosis kompos daun ubi kasesa terbaik adalah P3 dengan dosis kompos sebesar 3,25 g/L. Kata kunci: akuakultur; kompos; pH air; ubi kasesa ABSTRACTMany kasesa tuber is grown in Bangka where the leaves can be used as raw material for making compost to increase pH in aquaculture. This study aims to analyze the effectiveness and determine the best dose of “kasesa” leaves compost to increase the pH for aquaculture activities.This study used an experimental method with a Single Randomized Complete Design (CRD). The treatments consisted of 4 treatments and 3 replications. The doses compost were 0 g/L (P0), 1,25 g/L (P1), 2,25 g/l (P2), 3,25 g/L (P3). The results showed that composting was effective in raising the pH of acidic water. The initial pH of water is 3.6. After being given kasesa leaves compost, the result of pH water for P0, P1, P2, and P3 were 5,83±0,06; 7,07±0,06; 7,23±0,12; 7,37±0,06; respectively. This study showed that the best level of “kasesa” leaves compost was 3.25 g/L. Keywords: aquaculture; compost; kasesa tuber; water pH
Identifikasi tumbuhan dalam bahan baku minuman tradisional khas Tuban Jawa Timur
Authors: Kurniahu Hesti , Rahmawati Annisa , Andriani Riska 
Published: March 2021

ABSTRAKKearifan lokal menjadi salah satu langkah penting dalam pengelolaan sumber daya alam, salah satunya adalah minuman khas daerah. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui jenis minuman tradisional khas Tuban dan jenis tumbuhan bahan bakunya. Jenis minuman tradisional khas dan bahan penyusunnya diperoleh dari hasil survey terhadap 117 responden dari 17 kecamatan dan 10 orang pembuatnya. Identifikasi bahan baku dilakukan secara langsung dengan lembar observasi kemudian hasilnya dibandingkan dengan referensi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa terdapat 5 jenis minuman tradisional yaitu legen, toak, dawet siwalan, sirup kawis, dan cendol sagu. Bahan penyusunnya terdiri dari 9 jenis tumbuhan yaitu siwalan (Borassus flabellifer L.), kelapa (Cocos nucifera L.), enau (Arenga pinnata Merr.), kawista (Limonia acidissima L.), sagu (Metroxylon sagu Rottb.), tebu (Saccharum sp.), ketela pohon (Manihot esculenta Crantz.), jamblang (Syzygium cumini L.), dan jambu mente (Anacardium occidentale L.). Kata kunci: identifikasi; tumbuhan; minuman tradisional; Tuban ABSTRACTPlant identification of raw materials in traditional drink from Tuban East Java.Local wisdom is one of the steps in managing natural resources, for example traditional drinks. This study aims to determine the types of traditional Tuban drinks and types of plants as raw materials for these drinks. Types of typical traditional drinks and their constituent ingredients were obtained from the results of survey with 117 respondents in 20 districts and 10 producer traditional Tuban drinks. The identification was carried out directly using the observation sheet then compared with references. The results showed that there were 5 types of traditional drinks, namely legen, toak, dawet siwalan, kawis syrup, and cendol sago. The constituent materials drinks consisted of 9 types of plants, namely siwalan (Borassus flabellifer L.), coconut (Cocos nucifera L.), enau (Arenga pinnata Merr.), kawista (Limonia acidissima L.), sago (Metroxylon sagu Rottb.), sugar cane (Saccharum sp.), cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz.), jamblang (Syzygium cumini L.), and cashew (Anacardium occidentale L.) Keywords: identification, plants, traditional drinks, Tuban