bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Individual-level Active Ageing Index in Iran and its Associations with Health-Related Quality of Life of Older People: A Cross-Sectional Survey
Authors: tajvar maryam , Yaseri Mehdi , Mahmoudi Roya , Arab Mohammad , Zaidi Asghar 
Published: September 2019

Abstract
Background- Iran is one of the fastest ageing countries in the world and is expected that it will face with major challenges in future, as it is yet unprepared to respond to the necessities of its older population. The model of Active Ageing could be a strategy that greatly contribute in addressing the problem of population ageing in Iran. This study measured the status of Active Ageing in Iran at the individual-level and examined its associations with the health-related quality of life of older people. It was hypothesized that having an active life in old age is associated with better health-related quality of life of older people. Methods- A quantitative cross-sectional survey of a random sample of 623 people aged 55+ years resident in Tehran was conducted using multistage stratified cluster sampling method. In total, 590 people responded. The Active Ageing was measured using AAI questionnaire and the health-related quality of life was measured using SF-36 questionnaire. Associations between the domains and the overall AAI scores with the quality of life of older people were examined by MANCOVA analysis in four models using the STATA software. Results- The score of overall AAI was calculated at 26.8 (men 33.9 vs. women 20.6) out of 100. On average, the participants had slightly better scores in the mental component summary of SF-36 than the physical component (55.8 vs 52.7). The analyses indicated that there is a stronger association with the physical component than the mental component of the SF-36 and the score of the overall AAI was only associated with the physical component. Generally the 1st (employment) and the 2nd (participation in society) domains of the AAI showed little or no association with SF-36, but there was an association between the 3rd domain (enabling environment for active ageing) and the SF-36 and a particularly strong associations with the 4th domain (independent, healthy and secure living capacity). Conclusion- Implications of these findings for older people currently living in Tehran are considered and recommendations for future studies and appropriate interventions, taking account of the results, are made.
Kinetic and equilibrium study of the removal of reactive dye using modified walnut shell
Authors: Li Shenmaishang , Zeng Zuoxiang , Xue Weilan 
Published: September 2019

AbstractModified walnut shell (EAWNS) was prepared by reaction with epichlorohydrin and alkaline solution of aspartic acid and used to remove reactive dye (Reactive Brilliant Blue (KN-R)) from aqueous media. The isotherms, kinetics and thermodynamics of KN–R adsorption onto EAWNS were studied at 298–318 K. The isotherm data of KN–R adsorption onto EAWNS agreed closely with the Langmuir model. The theoretical monolayer adsorption capacity for KN–R was 224.42 mg/g at 318 K. The result from the Dubinin–Radushkevich model showed that the KN–R adsorption onto EAWNS is chemisorption. The adsorption rate of KN–R onto EAWNS conformed to the pseudo-second-order model. The diffusion mechanism was investigated by the intraparticle diffusion model. The mass-transfer coefficient calculated by the surface mass-transfer coefficient model was in range of 2.95 × 10−5 to 2.93 × 10−4cm/s. The thermodynamic results suggested that the adsorption of KN–R onto EAWNS is spontaneous and endothermic in nature. The design of a single-stage batch adsorption process based on EAWNS adsorbent was carried out. Furthermore, the recycled EAWNS maintains high adsorption capacity despite four cycles.
Chemoprotective Effects of Propolis on Aflatoxin B1-Induced Hepatotoxicity in Rats: Oxidative Damage and Hepatotoxicity by Modulating TP53, Oxidative Stress
Authors: Yilmaz Seval , Kandemir Fatih Mehmet , Kaya Emre , Ozkaraca Mustafa 
Published: September 2019

Objective:
This study aimed to detect hepatic oxidative damage caused by aflatoxin B1
(AFB1), as well as to examine how propolis protects against hepatotoxic effects of AFB1.

Method:
Rats were split into four groups as control group, AFB1 group, propolis group, AFB1+
propolis group.

Results:
There was significant increase in malondialdehyde (MDA) level and tumor suppressor protein
(TP53) gene expression, Glutathione (GSH) level, Catalase (CAT) activity, CAT gene expression
decreased in AFB1 group in blood. MDA level and Glutathione-S-Transferase (GST) activity, GST
and TP53 gene expressions increased in AFB1 group, whereas GSH level and CAT activity alongside
CAT gene expression decreased in liver. AFB1+propolis group showed significant decrease in MDA
level, GST activity, TP53 and GST gene expressions, GSH level and CAT activity and CAT gene
expression increased in liver compared to AFB1 group.

Conclusion:
These results suggest that propolis may potentially be natural agent that prevents AFB1-
induced oxidative stress and hepatotoxicity.
Electrochemical Study of Dimensional Specific Carbon Nanomaterials Modified Glassy Carbon Electrode for Highly Sensitive Label-free Detection of Immunoglobulin A
Authors: Adhikari Juthi , Rizwan Mohammad , Koh David , Keasberry Natasha Ann , Ahmed Minhaz Uddin 
Published: September 2019

Background:
Immunoglobulin A (IgA) accounts for 15% of total protein production per
day and plays a crucial role in the first-line immune defence. Recently, IgA has been established as a
vital clinical biomarker for nephropathy, allergic asthma, celiac disease (CD), pneumonia, and asthma
as well as some neurological disorders. In this work, we have studied several carbon nanomaterials
(CNMs) having different dimensions (D): carbon nano-onions (CNOs) - 0D, single-walled carbon
nanotubes (SWCNTs) - 1D, and graphene nanoplatelets (GNPs) - 2D, on glassy carbon electrode
(GCE) to identify which CNMs (CNOs/SWCNTs/GNPs) work best to fabricate IgA based electrochemical
immunosensor.

Methods:
Different CNMs (CNOs, SWCNTs, GNPs) were tested for high electric current on GCE
using square wave voltammetry (SWV), and among them, GNPs modified GCE platform
(GNPs/GCE) showcased the highest electric current. Therefore, GNPs/GCE was utilized for the development
of highly sensitive label-free electrochemical immunosensor for the detection of Immunoglobulin
A using SWV.

Results:
Despite the simple fabrication strategies employed, the fabricated sensor demonstrated a
low limit of detection of 50 fg mL-1 with an extensive linear range of detection from 50 fg mL-1 to
0.1 μg mL-1.

Conclusion:
Fabricated immunosensor represented high stability, repeatability, specificity and resistance
to most common interferences as well as great potential to analyse the real sample.
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Removal of Malachite Green and Congo Red Dyes from Water by Polyacrylonitrile Carbon Fibre Sorbents
Authors: Swan Ng Boon , Zaini Muhammad Abbas Ahmad 
Published: September 2019

Abstract
The present work was aimed at evaluating the adsorption properties of malachite green and congo red dyes by polyacrylonitrile carbon fibre sorbents. The sorbents were activated and oxidized using potassium hydroxide and ammonium persulfate, respectively at mild conditions. Consequently, the sorbents were characterized for surface area, surface functional groups and thermal decomposition. The activated sorbent displayed a 18.8 mg/g (94 %) of malachite green removal at Co = 20 mg/L, while both modified sorbents showed a 17.5 mg/g (87.5 %) removal of congo red at the same concentration. All sorbents showed a rapid equilibrium of malachite green and congo red dyes in water. Also, the sorbents are somewhat tolerable against different solution pH conditions despite a slight change due to possible electrostatic interactions. Thus, the materials could be successfully employed to treat dyes-laden wastewater.
How Can Collaborative Learning Be Applied in Undergraduate Courses in Health Sciences?
Authors: Sampieri-Cabrera R. , Sosa-Romano LF , Inclán-Rubio V. 
Published: September 2019

Abstract
The use of collaborative learning in the classroom or on virtual platforms has been demonstrated in the multiple works of educational research, the results are conclusive, the students that deal with the capacity of reasoning, the retention of concepts, communication skills and the organization, among others. In the health sciences, it is essential to work in the team, health services are in collaboration and the formation of multidisciplinary working groups. Doctors, nurses, pharmacists, biochemists, social workers, psychologists, among others, they must develop oral and written communication skills and be able to give medical advice that contributes to the patient's health. In other words, the very nature of medicine emanates from the social sciences and clinics and understands the patient as a subject with multiple needs, which can only be met by a team working with a common goal and collaboration to achieve it. We must teach students of health sciences to work collaboratively, the time to do it is during their school education, in simulated environments, so that, in clinical practice, they can form work teams that contribute to improving the condition of health of its population.That is why, in this work we reflect on the academic needs involved in the application of collaborative learning in undergraduate courses in health sciences.
The Influence of Genital Mutilation on Women’s Sexual Activities in Oke-Ona, Community, Abeokuta, Nigeria
Authors: Omonijo Dare Ojo , Anyaegbunam Michael C. , Chukwuemeka A. F. , Adeleke Victoria Ajibola , Okunlola Olusola B. , Adenuga Ademolu Oluwaseun , Olowookere Elizabeth I. , Olaoye Olusegun Peter 
Published: September 2019

Abstract
This study was conducted to examine the influence of female genital mutilation on women sexual activities in Oke-Ona community, Abeokuta North Local Government Area of Ogun-State, South-West Geopolitical Zone of Nigeria with respect to: sexual satisfaction, sexual desire and virginal penetration experience. In order to achieve its aim, the study raised three hypotheses, each on sexual satisfaction, sexual desire and virginal penetration experience. These hypotheses were tested through t-test statistical method via the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) 23rd version. Results showed no positive interaction between genital mutilation and sexual satisfaction [t (109) = .560, P>.05]. It also revealed no significance in the mean difference frequency of sexual desire of genitally mutilated women compared to those not genitally mutilated [t (109) = - .640, P>.05]. Besides, the findings indicated no significant difference in the mean difference in the vaginal penetration experience between genitally mutilated women and those not genitally mutilated [t (109) = −1.523, P>.05]. Furtherance to the conclusions drawn, the implications of the findings were discussed and recommendations were made.
Validating Scales for Tourism Impacts, Quality of Life, and Support Tourism: An Exploratory Factor Approach
Authors: Kolawole I. Oladeji 
Published: September 2019

Abstract
The purpose of this paper is to validate measurement instrument that can be used to determine tourism impacts, people’s quality of life, and support for tourism. The primary data for this study were collected from 394 households in Maun, Botswana. Exploratory factor analysis was performed to measure internal consistency, construct and content validity to explicate the robustness of the factor structures, using principal component analysis (PCA) as an extraction method. Exploratory factor analysis is an applied statistical technique used by researchers to determine relationships within a group of observed variables. The reliability coefficients for the factors were all strong, which shows that the measures were reliable for measuring the latent constructs including economic, socio-cultural, and environmental impacts, people’s quality of life, and support for tourism development. The results of the factor analysis validate the measurement scale and authenticate the psychometric properties of the tourism impacts, quality of life, and support for tourism scale items. The main contribution of this paper is the development and understanding of psychometrically reliable scale items with content and convergent validity that can be used in tourism studies.
Factors in the Design of Good Toys for Kids Aged 0-3 Years
Authors: Thangthong Prachom , Louhapensang Chaturong , Suttiwan Panrapee 
Published: September 2019

Abstract
The importance of ages 0-3 years of child life is considered the cornerstone of all dimensions of health for the rest of the child’s life, which is the period in which children grow rapidly and there are many changes in every aspect of development. The purpose of this study is to learn the factors that are relevant to the design of toys for kids aged 0-3 years from development, behavior of children, and the characteristics of children’s toys that are suitable for the ages, including safety. The researcher studied the guidelines for the design of kid’s toys that were appropriate to the age range. This research is a combination that uses both quantitative and qualitative methods. The results of the study after trying playing toy sets from the study of toy design factors in kids aged 0-3 from 230 samples by observing behavior from a total of 80 children, then synthesizing the data for use in the design process, and evaluating by the parents of 150 children, found that it was at a good level, with average value (x̄= 4.17, SD = 0.39). When comparing with playing toy samples from the Toy Industry Association of Thailand, it was found that there was a moderate level of satisfaction with the mean of 3.42 (x̄= 3.41, SD = 0.61), and statistically significant at 0.05 level in all aspects. In conclusion, toys for kids in the age range of 0-3 years resulting from the study of 3 factors in toy design: development and behavior, playing methods, and safety are important links between each other. Development and behavior of children are consistent with the play methods because they affect the physical development of children by age, and safety in the design of toys is able to prevent the danger that could occur to kids.
Telmatogeton Schiner, 1866 (Chironomidae: Diptera), a newly recorded genus of chironomid larva for the Egyptian Mediterranean Fauna
Authors: Abdelsalam Khaled Mahmoud 
Published: September 2019

Abstract
Sampling of fouling organisms carried out during January 2019 at Al-Max (west of the city of Alexandria) on the Mediterranean coast of Egypt revealed the presence of larval populations belonging to the genus Telmatogeton (Chironomidae), which is reported for the first time from the Mediterranean coast of Egypt. The larvae were found among clumps of fine filamentous green algae (Enteromorpha compressa). A description of the larva with taxonomic remarks and comments on its ecology and geographical distribution are given.
Nutrient Digestibility of Wheat in Rats and Chickens Depending on the Rye 1B/1R Translocation of Wheat Varieties
Authors: Homolková D. , Plachý V. , Dvořáček V. , Hučko B. , Mudřík Z. 
Published: September 2019

Abstract
A major part of wheat production is channelized towards animal feed. In the present experiment, we first aimed to determine the relationship of the crude protein (CP) content and the individual fractions (albumin + globulin, gliadin, glutenin) of wheat varieties (with or without the rye translocation 1B/1R) with the digestibility, feed intake, feed conversion, and protein efficiency ratio (PER) of the feed in ROSS 308 chicken broilers. Secondly, we determined the CP content, biological value, net protein utilization, and effect of various fibre components of the same wheat lines in Wistar rats. Seven out of sixteen wheat varieties studied herein included the 1B/1R translocation. Nutritional values were evaluated by the Weende analysis using the Kjeldahl and the Henneberg–Stohmann methods. Moreover, acid detergent fibre and neutral detergent fibre contents, CP digestibility and PER were determined. In broiler chickens, no statistically significant differences were found. In rats, however, the presence of 1B/1R significantly increased the CP content, affecting the nutritional value. This should be considered prior to the indiscriminate use of otherwise undesirable wheat varieties as animal feed.
Detection of Animal Occurrence Using an Unmanned System
Authors: Lešetický J. , Matějka P. , Olmr M. 
Published: September 2019

Abstract
In recent decades, there has been an increase in the work speed and breadth of agricultural technology used to mow grasses. This modernization has resulted in a decline in wildlife. There are several conventional ways to prevent these losses. The most well-known and simplest technique is to search for wild animals using dogs and a phalanx. The dogs are trained to systematically search the area and drive the animals out. Efficiency is increased when visiting a site regularly, thus disturbing the animals, which are then consequently less likely to fawn. The effectiveness of the swarm line depends on the number of participants involved. The recommended spacing is set at 1–3 m. An effective modern means seems to be the use of an unmanned system and thermal cameras. This article presents a proof of concept of a detection system that is capable of detecting the object searched for in grassy vegetation with more than 96% success, regardless of the flight level. The study contributes to automated detection based on the basic principles of threshold.
Reinventando identidades num mundo de turistas e migrantes : sobre hospitalidade e hibridismo cultural
Authors: Falco Débora De Paula 
Published: September 2019

Este artigo pretende abordar no decorrer de três seções as relações entre turismo, migrações, identidade nacional, hospitalidade, negociações, hibridismos culturais e cidadania. Para tanto a primeira seção detêm-se em investigar as reconfigurações da nação frente aos deslocamentos humanos. Na sequência, a segunda seção, intenta observar como as relações de hospitalidade, além de proporcionarem negociações culturais, podem ser vistas como dispositivos políticos no espaço urbano. O artigo encera-se na terceira seção propondo a ligação dos conceitos trabalhados ao de cidadania num ambiente multicultural. A metodologia utilizada é a Análise de Conteúdo semântica e qualitativa dos seguintes produtos jornalísticos: as reportagens de capa sobre Nova York da revista Viagem e Turismo e o livro-reportagem Nova York do Oiapoque ao Chuí. Além disso, foi feito um levantamento bibliográfico que embasa as inferências feitas a partir da Análise de Conteúdo
Impactos do Racismo na Subjetividade de Indivíduos Negros
Authors: Jesus Laís Gonçalves de , Costa Mônica Rodrigues 
Published: September 2019

O presente artigo trata dos impactos do racismo na subjetividade dos indivíduos negros, a partir das relações sociais. Para tanto, tomou-se o racismo como estruturante das relações sociais, a partir da formação social brasileira e da dinâmica que o reproduz, ao longo da história. Além disso, apreendeu-se a subjetividade em níveis de abstração, buscando determiná-la socialmente através do trabalho como fundamento da sociabilidade humana, e com a discussão da personalidade de Lucien Sève. O campo empírico investigado foram os relatos da comunidade virtual do Facebook Senti na Pele. A pesquisa revelou que o racismo impacta subjetivamente os indivíduos negros, mobilizando resistência, silenciamento, reprodução, sofrimento e libertação, conforme os conflitos cotidianos e os enfrentamentos mobilizados por cada indivíduo.
Elaboración de mayonesa nutracéutica a base de inulina y estudio reológico
Authors: Correa Silvana , Bonilla Pablo 
Published: September 2019

La mayonesa es un alimento que posee gran cantidad de ácidos grasos esenciales y fosfolípidos por lo que es una gran fuente de nutrientes, pero tiene el inconveniente de que es uno de los causantes de la ganancia de peso corporal.
Esta investigación se enfocó en modificar la formulación de la mayonesa tradicional por una mayonesa nutracéutica a base de inulina (prebiótico) y analizar su comportamiento reológico, sin cambiar sus propiedades organolépticas característica de la mayonesa tradicional.
Al realizar el respectivo análisis reológico, fisicoquímico y sensorial, en la mayonesa nutracéutica, se observó que la estabilidad no se ve afectada por problemas de rancidez gracias a la baja concentración de aceite que presenta. El comportamiento reológico de la mayonesa es plástico en un inicio y plástico-tixotrópico al final del estudio de estabilidad. El tiempo de vida útil, según su comportamiento reológico, es de 3 meses aproximadamente. La mayonesa nutracéutica comparada con la mayonesa comercial cuenta con 40% menos de calorías, con un 45% menos de grasa, el colesterol es mayor en un 8% y las proteínas son mayores en un 20%, además, cuenta con beneficios prebióticos al ser la inulina su materia prima
PENGARUH MEKANISME CORPORATE GOVERNANCE ,KUALITAS AUDIT, UKURAN PERUSAHAAN DAN LEVERAGE TERHADAP INTEGRITAS LAPORAN KEUANGAN
Authors: Akram H. , Basuki Prayitno , Budiarto H. 
Published: September 2019

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengujipengaruh dari mekanisme corporate governance (kepemilikan institusional, kepemilikan manajemen, komite audit, komisaris independen), kualitas audit, ukuran perusahaan dan leverage terhadap integritas laporan keuangan. Populasi penelitian perusahaan yang masuk dalam indeks Sri Kehati dan teknik sampling purposive, sehingga jumlah sampel 10 perusahaan dengan lama penelitian 4 tahun. Alat analisis yang digunakan regresi berganda dengan bantuan SPSS. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa hanya variable kepemilikan manajerial dan ukuran perusahaan yang berpengaruh terhadap integritas laporan keuangan, sedangkan variable lainnya yaitu kepemilikan institusional, komisaris independen, dewan direksi, komite audit, dan leverage tidak berpengaruh terhadap integritas laporan keuangan.
Pengolahan Ikan Menjadi Makanan Variatif dan Produktif di Desa Gawerejo Kecamatan Karangbinangung Kabupaten Lamongan
Authors: Handayani Sutri , Susanti Indri 
Published: September 2019

Ikan di desa Gawerejo Kecamatan Karangbinagun Kabupaten Lamongan tidak hanya diperoleh melalui bujukan di tambak, melainkan dapat juga diperoleh dari kolam ikan yang sebagian besar merupakan bekas lahan pertanian. Menurut warga di desa Gawerejo, bertani tidak diwariskan oleh orang tua mereka terlebih dahulu kepada generasi muda, sehingga muncul inovasi baru yaitumenjadikan lahan yang ada sebagai kolam ikan. Jadi saat ini sebagian besar desa yang semula ditanami padi sekarang menjadi kolam ikan. Hasil ikan yang diperoleh dari kolam tersebut biasanya dijual langsung ke agen yang datang ke desa. Padahal sebagian ikan tersebut dapat diproses terlebih dahulu menjadi makanan ikan yang bernilai tinggi. Salah satu alternatif untuk meningkatkan ekonomi dan kesehatan masyarakat secara umum adalah melalui program pengolahan ikan menjadi makanan yang bervariasi dan produktif. Pengolahan ini dilakukan menggunakan ikan patin yang merupakan hasil perikanan di desa Gawerejo. Kata Kunci: Pengolahan ikan;ikan patin;makanan; variatif; produktif.