bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Evaluation of the Management Outcomes of Primary Mono-Symptomatic Nocturnal Enuresis among Sudanese Children
Authors: Yousif Nafhat Elhag , Badi Safaa , Yousef Bashir Alsiddig 
Published: August 2021

Background:
Nocturnal enuresis or bedwetting is the most common type of urinary incontinence in children. The wide prevalence of nocturnal enuresis speaks to the need for an improved understanding of this condition by others to improve the management plan. The management can be motivationally or pharmacologically. Our study aimed to evaluate the management outcomes of primary mono-symptomatic nocturnal enuresis among Sudanese children.

Methods:
A retrospective hospital-based survey was carried to assess 52 children aged 5–18 years (21:31 male: female ratio) and suffering from primary mono-symptomatic nocturnal enuresis. They divided into two groups; Group 1 (28 patients) were on desmopressin melt tablet 120 mcg once daily before bedtime, while Group 2 (24 patients) were on simple behavioral therapy. Data were collected by a well-designed checklist and analyzed using SPSS.

Results:
The wetting frequency decreased at the end of treatment by a total response rate of 96.4% with desmopressin and 75% with simple behavioral therapy. The complete response and partial response rate of desmopressin at the end of treatment were 89.3% and 7.1%, respectively. For simple behavioral therapy, the complete response and partial response rates at the end of treatment were 66.7% and 8.3%, respectively. The number of wet night per week at the end of 2 weeks of treatment among the two groups was statistically significant, with P = 0.025. Moreover, the relapse rate was higher with simple behavioral therapy (66.7%) than with desmopressin (57.1%).

Conclusion:
There is a highly significant decrease in wet nights in response to both desmopressin and simple behavioral therapy, both interventions were effective, desmopressin showed higher efficacy and associated with less relapse rate.
Bancada para portador de necessidades especiais
Authors: Bartelega José Antonio castro , Bartelega Joyce Maria de Sylva Tavares , Montemor Luis Felipe dos Reis , Dos Santos Vinicius Hasmann 
Published: August 2021

Visto que a área de mecânica de produção não possui espaço para portadores de necessidades especiais, o que reflete na não-disposição de vagas, devido à falta de equipamentos que possibilitem a realização de seu respectivo serviço, surgiu a ideia da criação de uma “Bancada Ajustável”, que por sua vez introduziria o portador de necessidades especiais no ramo da mecânica industrial, com foco principal no setor de ajustagem, incluindo-o profissional e socialmente, justapondo a lei nº 12.435. Isso de forma a priorizar a utilização de materiais ecológicos e de baixo impacto ambiental, no caso aço – perfil vazado – e madeira plástica de procedência reciclável, tendo ainda uma estrutura simples e compacta, uma vez que sua área de ocupação é por volta de 1m² (um metro quadrado), o que influi na redução do consumo de matéria-prima. O projeto foi baseado na NBR 9050, visando ao conforto e à praticidade em sua utilização. De acordo com pesquisas de campo, conclui-se que o projeto é interessante, tanto para o funcionário quanto para a empresa. É valido ressaltar que a Bancada pode ser usufruída por funcionários em geral, sendo eles portadores de necessidades especiais ou não, de qualquer forma, proporcionando conforto e mobilidade.

Since the production mechanics area has no space for people with special needs, which reflects in the non-availability of vacancies, due to the lack of equipment which makes it possible to perform their respective service, the idea of creating an "Adjustable Bench" arose, which in turn would introduce the special needs bearer in the industrial mechanics field, focusing mainly on the adjustment sector, including him professionally and socially, juxtaposing law no. 12,435. This in order to prioritize the use of ecological and low environmental impact materials, in this case steel - hollow profile - and plastic wood from recyclable sources, also having a simple and compact structure, since its occupation area is around 1m² (one square meter), which influences in the reduction of raw material consumption. The project was based on the NBR 9050, aiming at comfort and practicality in its use. According to field research, it was concluded that the project is interesting, both for the employee and for the company. It is worth mentioning that the bench can be used by employees in general, whether they have special needs or not, in any way, providing comfort and mobility.
Users’ Perceptions of Walkability Attributes in Residential Areas: Reliability and Validity
Authors:   Harbin Institute of Technology, Ye Yang 
Published: August 2021

In	recent	years,	urban	environmental	quality	and	urban	vitality	have	attracted	more	scholars’	attention than	ever	as	Chinese	cities	experienced	a	rapid	development	stage. To	test	the	influence	of	urban	built	environment	on	walkability	in	residential	areas,	this	study	developed	a	questionnaire	to	perceive	the users’	perception	of	walkability	around	their	neighbourhood in	residential	areas,	which	was	based	on	the	Neighbourhood	Environment	Walkability	Scale	for	Mainland	China	(NEWS-MC).	The	original	Neighbourhood	Environment	Walkability	Scale	(NEWS)	are	developed	for	use	in	USA	to	measure	residents’	perceptions	of	the	environment	attributes,	and	has	been	applied	in	many	countries,	such	as	US,	Australia,	Korea	and	Hong	Kong,	and	be	modify	to	be	Neighbourhood	Environment	Walkability	Scale	for	Mainland	China	(NEWS-MC)	and	been	applied	in	Chinese	cities.	NEWS-MC	has	been	found	have	moderate	to	high	rest-retest	reliabilities	and	good	criterion	The	evidence	illustrated	high-walkable	neighbourhoods	be	found	with	higher	density,	land-use	mix,	street	connectivity,	more	safety	and	have	more	aesthetics	elements.	In	this	study,	we	modified	NEWS-MC	to	reflect	the	characteristics	of	cold	region	Chinese	built	environment	and	people’s	behaviour	mode.	To	perceive	the	final	version	of	Neighbourhood	Environment	Walkability	Scale	for	cold	region	Chinese	cities	(NEWSCRC),	We	made	a	pilot	study	which	include	50	samples,	then	interview	800	residents	from	6	selected	residential	districts	in	Harbin	(the	capital	city	with	highest	latitude	in	China)	which	were	different	in	walkability	attributes	and	economic	status.	The	final	version	of	the	NEWS-CRC	included	8	subscales	and	3	single	items	(76	items	in	total).	Test-retest	reliability	showed	moderate	to	high	except	4	items	.	In	total,	the	NEWS-CRC	could	illustrate	residents’	perceptions	of	walkability	attributes	in	cold	region	Chinese	cities	and	could	be	use	in	other	Chinese	urban	attributes	studies	related	to	walking
PERFIL COMPORTAMENTAL E HÁBITOS DE MIDIAS DO PRODUTOR RURAL EM UMA COOPERATIVA AGRICOLA – ESTUDO DE CASO
Authors: Santos Valdemar Dias dos 
Published: August 2021

O objetivo no desenvolvimento desta pesquisa é demonstrar o perfil comportamental e os hábitos de mídias dos cooperativados em uma cooperativa agrícola, analisando o relacionamento nas negociações antes da porteira, dentro da porteira e pós-porteira das fazendas. No agribusiness[1] qualquer ação realizada nestes segmentos guarda uma relação entre suas partes. O objetivo e identificar os melhores caminhos para que todos os envolvidos possam ter informações completas, agilidade e com segurança dos fatos e dados. A comunicação é todo um processo que se instala nos valores de fabricação, no design dos produtos, nas embalagens, na origem das matérias-primas. A metodologia utilizada na elaboração desta pesquisa foi através de pesquisas bibliográfica, documental e uma pesquisa de campo junto ao quadro de associados da cooperativa. Concluímos então que dessa forma, crescem as ações de comunicação da organização no processo final (pós-porteira); dentro da cadeia de agribusiness, voltada ao consumidor e também surgem ações da mesma organização voltada ao seu produtor, integrado - além de vínculos e relações com os fornecedores de insumos, bens de produção e genética na ponta inicial do sistema produtivo, gerando assim uma maior credibilidade aos produtos da agropecuária.
Validity of self-reporting of gait alteration after tap test among patients with idiopathic normal pressure hydrocephalus
Authors: Bovonsunthonchai Sunee , Witthiwej Theerapol , Vachalathiti Roongtiwa , Sathornsumetee Sith , Ngamsombat Chanon , Chawalparit Orasa , Muangpaisan Weerasak 
Published: August 2021

PurposeThe study aimed to examine the validity of self-reporting as an additional method to indicate gait alteration among patients with idiopathic normal pressure hydrocephalus. The score from self-reporting of gait alteration was validated with the data obtained from gait pressure measuring plate. In addition, temporo-spatial gait parameters among 3 groups classified by overall gait improvement (no change, slight, and good) were compared.MethodsThis study employed a cross-sectional design and investigated 31 patients with idiopathic normal pressure hydrocephalus. Gait performance was determined by a gait pressure measuring plate before and 24 hours after a tap test. Patients rated the changed score for gait behaviours using a questionnaire once on the day after the tap test. Criterion validity of the changed scores from patients’ self-reporting and data from the gait pressure measuring plate was examined. In addition, temporo-spatial gait parameters were compared among 3 groups with one-way analysis of variance and the Bonferroni posthoc test to determine pairwise difference.ResultsSignificant correlations were found for the temporo-spatial gait parameters between data from self-reporting and the gait pressure measuring plate. Comparisons of temporo-spatial gait parameters among groups demonstrated significant differences in all parameters.ConclusionsGait alteration identified by self-reporting was valid with gait performance measured by the gait pressure measuring plate. To achieve timely and appropriate medical management, we recommend health care professionals to request patients and caregivers to recognize gait alterations in assisting the disease progression identification.
Continuous and intermittent exercise training responses in liver and white adipose tissue aquaglyceroporins
Authors: Noorishorabi Yadollah , Talebi-Garakani Elahe , Safarzade Alireza , Rocha-Rodrigues Sílvia , Kolahdouzi Sarkawt 
Published: August 2021

PurposeWe analysed the effects of moderate-intensity continuous training (MICT) and high-intensity interval training (HIIT) on hepatic and adipose tissue aquaglyceroporins (AQPs) in rats fed with high-fat diet (HFD).MethodsOverall, 48 male Wistar rats were fed with a normal diet (ND, 10.4 kcal% fat) or HFD (62.1 kcal% fat) over 10 weeks. Then, the animals were divided into 6 groups: ND sedentary (NS), N + MICT, N + HIIT, HS, H + MICT, and H + HIIT. The trained animals performed 10-week matched distances of MICT and HIIT on a motorized treadmill (5 times/week) while maintaining dietary treatments. The liver and epididymal white adipose tissue (eWAT) were investigated to determine triglycerides (TG) and AQP7 and AQP9 levels.ResultsHFD increased body weight, liver and eWAT weight, plasma insulin and glucose levels, and insulin resistance. Both MICT and HIIT were able to decrease body weight and liver and eWAT weight in the HFD-fed group. HFD increased plasma TG, glucose, and insulin levels, attenuated by MICT and HIIT programs. HFD increased TG content and AQP7 and did not alter AQP9. MICT and HIIT programs decreased hepatic TG content and AQP7 and AQP9 levels in ND-fed animals. In HFD-fed animals, only MICT decreased AQP9, and both MICT and HIIT decreased TG content and AQP7 levels in eWAT.ConclusionsOur findings suggest that the regulation of adipose tissue AQP7 and hepatic AQP9 by both MICT and HIIT interventions can have a significant effect on fat metabolism and glucose homeostasis.
Intercomparison of IBBCEAS, NitroMAC and FTIR analyses for HONO, NO2 and CH2O measurements during the reaction of NO2 with H2O vapour in the simulation chamber CESAM
Authors: Yi Hongming , Cazaunau Mathieu , Gratien Aline , Michoud Vincent , Pangui Edouard , Doussin Jean-Francois , Chen Weidong 
Published: August 2021

Abstract. We report on applications of the ultraviolet-light-emitting-diode-based incoherent broadband cavity-enhanced absorption spectroscopy
(UV-LED-IBBCEAS) technique for optical monitoring of HONO, NO2 and
CH2O in a simulation chamber. Performance intercomparison of
UV-LED-IBBCEAS with a wet chemistry-based NitroMAC sensor and a Fourier transform infrared (FTIR)
spectrometer has been carried out on real-time simultaneous measurement of
HONO, NO2 and CH2O concentrations during the reaction of NO2
with H2O vapour in CESAM (French acronym for Experimental Multiphasic Atmospheric Simulation Chamber). The 1σ
(signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) = 1) detection limits of 112 pptv for NO2, 56 pptv for HONO and 41 ppbv for CH2O over 120 s were found for the UV-LED-IBBCEAS measurement.
On the contrary to many set-ups where cavities are installed outside the
simulation chamber, we describe here an original in situ permanent
installation. The intercomparison results demonstrate that IBBCEAS is a very
well suitable technique for in situ simultaneous measurements of multiple
chemically reactive species with high sensitivity and high precision even if
the absorption bands of these species are overlapped. It offers excellent
capacity for non-invasive optical monitoring of chemical reactions without any
perturbation. For the application to simulation chambers, it has the
advantage to provide a spatially integrated measurement across the reactor
and hence to avoid point-sampling-related artefacts.
Quantifying location error to define uncertainty in volcanic mass flow hazard simulations
Authors: Mead Stuart R. , Procter Jonathan , Kereszturi Gabor 
Published: August 2021

Abstract. The use of mass flow simulations in volcanic hazard zonation and mapping is often limited by model complexity (i.e. uncertainty in correct values of model parameters), a lack of model uncertainty quantification, and limited approaches to incorporate this uncertainty into hazard maps. When quantified, mass flow simulation errors are typically evaluated on a pixel-pair basis, using the difference between simulated and observed (“actual”) map-cell values to evaluate the performance of a model.
However, these comparisons conflate location and quantification errors,
neglecting possible spatial autocorrelation of evaluated errors. As a
result, model performance assessments typically yield moderate accuracy
values. In this paper, similarly moderate accuracy values were found in a
performance assessment of three depth-averaged numerical models using the
2012 debris avalanche from the Upper Te Maari crater, Tongariro Volcano, as a benchmark. To provide a fairer assessment of performance and evaluate
spatial covariance of errors, we use a fuzzy set approach to indicate the
proximity of similarly valued map cells. This “fuzzification” of simulated results yields improvements in targeted performance metrics relative to a length scale parameter at the expense of decreases in opposing metrics (e.g. fewer false negatives result in more false positives) and a reduction in resolution. The use of this approach to generate hazard zones incorporating the identified uncertainty and associated trade-offs is demonstrated and indicates a potential use for informed stakeholders by reducing the complexity of uncertainty estimation and supporting decision-making from simulated data.
Seismic radiation from wind turbines: observations and analytical modeling of frequency-dependent amplitude decays
Authors: Limberger Fabian , Lindenfeld Michael , Deckert Hagen , Rümpker Georg 
Published: August 2021

Abstract. In this study, we determine spectral characteristics and amplitude decays of
wind turbine induced seismic signals in the far field of a wind farm (WF)
close to Uettingen, Germany. Average power spectral densities (PSDs) are
calculated from 10 min time segments extracted from (up to) 6 months of
continuous recordings at 19 seismic stations, positioned along an 8 km
profile starting from the WF. We identify seven distinct PSD peaks in the
frequency range between 1 and 8 Hz that can be observed to at least 4 km
distance; lower-frequency peaks are detectable up to the end of the profile.
At distances between 300 m and 4 km the PSD amplitude decay can be described by a power law with exponent b. The measured b values exhibit a linear frequency dependence and range from b=0.39 at 1.14 Hz to b=3.93 at 7.6 Hz. In a second step, the seismic radiation and amplitude decays are modeled using an analytical approach that approximates the surface wave field. Since we observe temporally varying phase differences between seismograms recorded directly at the base of the individual wind turbines (WTs), source signal phase information is included in the modeling approach. We show that phase differences between source signals have significant effects on the seismic radiation pattern and amplitude decays. Therefore, we develop a phase shift elimination method to handle the challenge of choosing representative source characteristics as an input for the modeling. To optimize the fitting of modeled and observed amplitude decay curves, we perform a grid search to constrain the two model parameters, i.e., the seismic shear wave velocity and quality factor. The comparison of modeled and observed amplitude decays for the seven prominent frequencies shows very good agreement and allows the constraint of shear velocities and quality factors for a two-layer model of the subsurface. The approach is generalized to predict amplitude decays and radiation patterns for WFs of arbitrary geometry.
Staying alive: Contemporary English application of biji
Authors: Drayton Dave 
Published: August 2021

This article examines how the ancient tradition of biji notebook writing has been applied and appropriated in the 21st century by authors working in the English language. It traces the journey the biji, a traditional Chinese written form with origins in the third century, has taken and examines how it has been transformed in its contemporary use. Through a critical reading of three such biji collections – Douglas Coupland’s Survivor, a creative non-fiction hybrid that appeared in an anthology of new takes on old forms titled Vikings, Monks, Philosophers, Whores: Old Forms, Unearthed; Owen Kelly’s Sexton Blake & the Virtual Culture of Rosario: A Biji, a fractured academic essay; and Ouyang Yu’s On the Smell of an Oily Rag: Speaking English, thinking Chinese and living Australian, which he defines as biji feixaoshuo or ‘pen-notes non-fiction’ – the evolution of the biji form beyond China will be traced and examined. While there is distant tradition of biji for these contemporary authors to draw upon, there remain historical, cultural, and/or linguistic barriers between that tradition and their current practice. In this sense, they are pioneers, working to re-establish those characteristics in a radically different written world.
ANTI-CORRUPTION AS A TOPICAL PROBLEM OF MODERN RUSSIA
Authors: Александрова Л.И. 
Published: August 2021

В настоящее время коррупция является одной из самых значимых проблем в России, препятствует социально-экономическому развитию страны, затрагивает все сферы жизнедеятельности общества, представляет угрозу национальной безопасности. Статья посвящена особенностям проявления коррупции в России, причинам распространения и мерам, необходимым для противодействия ей.
Corruption is currently one of the most significant problems in Russia, which hinders its socio — economic development, affects all spheres of human life, and poses a threat to national security. The article is devoted to the peculiarities of corruption in Russia, the causes of its spread and the measures necessary to counteract it.
Implementasi Nilai-Nilai Pendidikan Pancasila pada Sekolah Tinggi Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan (STKIP) Bima
Authors: Arafat Yasser 
Published: August 2021

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui implementasi nilai-nilai pendidikan Pancasila pada kegiatan kurikuler, kokurikuler dan ekstra kurikuler di Sekolah Tinggi Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan (STKIP) Bima, dengan mempelajari dan mengkaji muatan materi kurikulum pembelajaran maupun dokumen-dokumen pendukung kegiatan kegiatan kokurikuler dan ekstra kurikuler yang ada, apakah-dokumen tersebut memuat secara konsisten materi-materi penguatan nilai-nilai pendidikan Pancasila sesuai dengan tujuan pembelajaran pendidikan Pancasila yaitu untuk menghasilkan mahasiswa Indonesia yang beriman dan bertakwa kepada Tuhan Yang Maha Esa dengan sikap dan perilaku, yaitu memiliki kemampuan untuk mengambil sikap yang bertanggung jawab, memiliki kemampuan untuk mengenali perkembangan ilmu pengetahuan dan teknologi, dan memiliki kemampuan sikap untuk menggalang persatuan. Penelitian ini merupakan library research yaitu penelitian kepustakaan. Adapun jenis data adalah data sekunder. Teknik pengambilan data dilakukan studi literatur atau analisis dokumen. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan penelitian kualitatif secara deskriptif dengan menerapkan teknik studi dokumentasi. Analisis data hasil penelitian ini dilakukan secara kualitatif yaitu menguraikan data secara deskriptif berdasarkan fakta-fakta yang ada. Adapun implementasi nilai-nilai pendidikan pancasila di STKIP Bima dilaksanakan melalui kegiatan kurikuler, kokurikuler dan ekstrakurikuler.
Evaluación del nivel de contaminación bacteriológica en agua y sedimento del estuario, y su relación con la calidad del agua subterránea de la comuna Cerrito de los Morreños, golfo de Guayaquil-Ecuador
Authors: Arcos Cobos Víctor , Mero Valarezo Mariuxi , Machuca de la Torre Mónica , Vera Sari Lenin , Fuentes Andrea , Flores Evelyn , Egas Fidel , Feiz Espinoza Johanna , Velasteguí Vicente 
Published: August 2021

La Comuna Cerrito de los Morreños recibe la influencia de las aguas servidas vertidas directamente por los comuneros y de las provenientes de la ciudad de Guayaquil lo que incide en la calidad del agua, los sedimentos y la biota del área de estudio, produciendo la proliferación de microorganismos patógenos, los cuales tendrán efectos directos sobre la población, debido al consumo de agua subterránea (pozos) y al uso de los servicios ambientales que otorga el ecosistema acuático y del manglar que rodea esta comunidad. En el presente trabajo se recurrió a las bacterias coliformes como indicadores de contaminación orgánica, aplicando la técnica del Número Más Probable (NMP). Los resultados promedio analizados, comparados y correlacionados con la matriz agua de las cuatro estaciones seleccionadas del estuario es la siguiente: las bacterias totales presentaron concentraciones de 9.3 a 43.8 x 102 UFC/ml, los coliforrnes totales se encontraron en concentraciones de 22 a 54 x 102 NMP/1 OOml y los coliformes 102 fecales de 9.3 a 92 x 102 NMP/IOOml, con respecto al uso del agua del estuario, según las estaciones, las numero 3 y 4 por su bajo nivel de concentración bacteriológica se puede aprovechar en actividades recreativas (natación y pesca), mientras que los análisis en el agua del pozo comunitario las concentraciones fueron < 1.8 NMP/IOOml para coliformes totales y fecales, sin embargo en el pozo privado se observó a presencia de coliformes totales en concentraciones mayores a 1600 NMP/IOOml y de 33 a 240 NMP/IOOml para coliformes fecales. Lo que permite concluir que la calidad del agua del pozo comunitario que consumen los habitantes de la Comunidad es apta para el uso doméstico, mientras que el agua del pozo privado necesita de un tratamiento previo para su consumo. Los datos de sedimento muestran la tendencia de ser sitios propios para el desarrollo de bacterias, as cuales tienen relación con las descargas directas de aguas residuales domésticas y de los desechos orgánicos de los animales de corral de la comunidad.