bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
DOES FRACTIONAL RESERVE BANKING SYSTEM EXIST IN INDONESIAN ISLAMIC BANKING?
Authors: Syamlan Yaser Taufik , Istiana Nur 
Published: May 2019

Fractional Reserve Banking is the banking and financial system that have been applied in most countries around the world. This research aims to look at the impact empirically and at the contributions given from the components of fractional reserve banking against inflation that occurs in Sharia Commercial Banks and Sharia Business Unit. The fractional reserve banking components covered in these studies are statutory reserve requirement, total deposit, total financing, Mismatch Ratio, and Total non-performing financing. This research is using VAR VECM and ECM as analysis tools and also collecting secondary data from OJK that spanned from June 2014 to September 2018. The results of this research have found that Indonesian Islamic bank is doing the fractional reserve banking system (FRBS). Furthermore, the largest contributor of FRBS in Sharia Commercial Bank (BUS) is the Statutory Reserve Requirment while in sharia Business Unit the results showed that Third Party Fund and Mismatch ratio gives the greatest contributions against inflation. Interestingly, the UUS has greater contribution and shock to the inflation if we compare to the BUS. To prevent the effect of it in the future, controlling mismatch and introducing the irrevocable investment account might be the solutions.
AN INNOVATIVE FINANCING INSTRUMENT TO PROMOTE THE DEVELOPMENT OF ISLAMIC MICROFINANCE THROUGH SOCIALLY RESPONSIBLE INVESTMENT SUKUK
Authors: Khouildi Mohamed Yassine , Hj. Kassim Salina 
Published: May 2019

Purpose: Socially responsible investment (SRI) sukuk has a high potential to be an innovative financing mechanism for Islamic microfinance. This paper explores the possibility of implementing SRI sukuk for raising funds to support the microfinance industry and to promote financial inclusion. It also aims to identify the associated issues and challenges in implementing the SRI sukuk for microfinance purpose.

Methodology: The paper uses qualitative research method through a thorough review of existing literature, archives, and library research related to the area of social, sustainable and responsible investment sukuk, Islamic microfinance and their related issues.

Findings: The SRI sukuk has a high potential to be developed as innovative shariah-compliant mechanism as shown by Malaysian experience in issuing the SRI sukuk to develop socially-related projects including the educational and green energy sectors. The paper also highlights and learn from the successful experience of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development in issuing the first microfinance bonds.

Significance/Originality: The findings from this study provide inputs to the relevant stakeholders in implementing new financial tools to develop the social sector, especially Islamic microfinance in helping the poor and assist them to become economically independent. New innovative tools for raising funds in microfinance is highly needed to achieve sustainability of the microfinance industry.
Type of paper: Research paper
Antifungal Resistance in Patients with Candidemia: A Retrospective Cohort Study
Authors: Aldardeer Namareq , Albar Hadiel , Al-Attas Majda , Eldali Abdelmoneim , Qutub Mohammed , Hassanien Ashraf , Alraddadi Basem 
Published: May 2019

Abstract
Background

Candidemia is the most common form of invasive candidiasis. Resistant Candida blood stream infection (BSI) is rising with limitation in the development of broader spectrum antifungal agents worldwide. Our study aimed to identify rate of antifungal resistance candidemia and distribution for species, determine risk factors associated with antifungal resistance and evaluate the association of antifungal resistance candidemia with length of Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and hospital stay and with 30-day mortality.

Methods

A retrospective cohort study was conducted at King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Adult patients diagnosed with candidemia from January 2006 to December 2017 were included.

Results

A total of 196 BSI was identified in 94 males (49.74%) and 95 females (50.26%). C.glabrata was the most common isolated Candida 59 (30%) followed by C. albicans 46 (23%). Susceptibility data were available for 122/189 patients in which 26/122 (21%) found to have one or more antifungal resistance. C. parapsilosis isolates with available sensitivity data were 31/122 in which 10/31 (32%) were resistant to fluconazole. Risk factors significantly associated with antifungal resistance candidemia include previous echinocandin exposure (Odd Ratio (OR) =1.38; 95% Confidence Interval (CI) (1.02-1.85); P= 0.006) and invasive ventilation (OR=1.3; 95% CI (1.08-1.57); P= 0.005). Median length of ICU stay was 29 days [range12-49 days] in antifungal resistance group and 18 days [range 6.7-37.5 days] in antifungal sensitive group; Median length of hospital stay was 51days [range 21-138 days] in antifungal resistance group and 35 days [range 17-77 days] in antifungal sensitive group. Thirty- day mortality was 15 (57.7%) and 54 (56.25%) among antifungal resistance and antifungal sensitive group, respectively (OR=1.01; 95% CI (0.84-1.21); P= 0.89).

Conclusions

Our results indicate an increase in the rate of non-albicans candidemia. Candida parapsilosis resistance to fluconazole is alarming. Further studies are required to confirm this finding.
Una descarga de emociones: "Vivir con epilepsia"
Authors: Vázquez Mata Claudia Viridiana , Ruíz López Sandra Viridiana , Carapia Fierros Paloma , Cruz Vera Juan José , Guillén Cadena Dulce María 
Published: May 2019

<p class="p1"><strong><em>Introducción: </em></strong><em>En México, la epilepsia es la segunda enfermedad neurológica más recurrente, de acuerdo a la Organización Mundial de la Salud es una afección crónica recurrente, caracterizada por una hiperactividad sincrónica e intermitente de las células cerebrales, que presentan descargas eléctricas; la estigmatización de esta enfermedad, provoca una serie de repercusiones a nivel biológico, psicológico o social en la persona y familia. </em><strong><em>Objetivo: </em></strong><em>Explicar el significado de la epilepsia en vivencias de pacientes del grupo “Aceptación de Epilepsia” pertenecientes al Hospital 20 de Noviembre del ISSSTE. </em><strong><em>Metodología: </em></strong><em>Investigación cualitativa fenomenológica interpretativa, la obtención de datos se realizó a través de una entrevista realizada en grupo, participaron ocho pacientes del Grupo “Aceptación de Epilepsia” captados por medio del muestreo total de población, sexo indistinto, que hayan vivido la enfermedad por tres años, y contaran con control médico y farmacológico. </em><strong><em>Hallazgos: </em></strong><em>Se encontraron temas relacionados con sentimientos y emociones negativas y positivas, dificultad en las relaciones interpersonales, con la sociedad y familia, pues los limitan a tener una vida de calidad. </em><strong><em>Conclusión: </em></strong><em>La epilepsia lesiona la autoestima, la independencia y relaciones interpersonales de quien la padece, lo cual favorece la sobreprotección familiar impidiendo al paciente llevar una vida cotidiana en la cual pueda satisfacer sus expectativas y anhelos.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></em></p>
Áreas de oportunidad y el rol del investigador en Enfermería
Authors: Alonso Ricardez Abraham , Cuevas Guajardo Leticia , Valera Mota Myrna Miriam , Alonso Trujillo Javier , Regalado Ruíz Luis Alberto 
Published: May 2019

<p class="p1"><strong><em>Introducción. </em></strong><em>El objetivo de este ensayo consiste en reflexionar sobre el significado que tiene el rol de investigador(a) en enfermería y el descubrimiento de áreas de oportunidad para los estudiantes y para el personal de enfermería profesional. Existen elementos que un investigador con formación en enfermería debe tomar en cuenta para la elección de un tema de investigación, como lo son, por ejemplo, la observación constante de los fenómenos, la factibilidad de realizar la investigación y la utilidad que ésta tendrá en la sociedad. </em><strong><em>Desarrollo. </em></strong><em>Se realizó un estudio documental exploratorio para el desarrollo del presente ensayo. Existe evidencia que muestra que existe poco interés en ampliar los conocimientos científicos en enfermería</em><span class="s1"><em>1</em></span><em>; sin embargo, existen una diversidad amplia de temas en los que enfermería puede contribuir de manera sustancial que van desde proponer cambios y alternativas de transformación orientados a la intervención, hasta la aplicación del conocimiento teórico y práctico para el desarrollo de tecnologías médicas, y que por ende, involucran la participación de enfermería en equipos multidisciplinarios en salud</em><span class="s1"><em>2</em></span><em>. </em><strong><em>Conclusiones. </em></strong><em>En enfermería existe un amplio espectro de temas de investigación que puede implementarse, no sólo en el área asistencial, sino también en otras áreas del quehacer de enfermería. Por tanto, es una oportunidad importante para los profesionales de enfermería la producción de conocimiento científico de alto impacto para la mejora de la praxis profesional y en consecuencia, de los sistemas de salud en México</em><strong>.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></strong></p>
Analisis Deskriptif Potensi Terinfeksi Filariasis Pada Masyarakat Di Kabupaten Aceh Utara
Authors: Yulidar Yulidar , Zulhaida Andi 
Published: May 2019

Analisis potensi terinfeksi filariasis pada masyarakat di Kabupaten Aceh Utara secara deskriptif bertujuan untuk mengetahui besarnya peluang masyarakat terinfeksi oleh filariasis. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian analisis data sekunder secara deskriptif yang dilakukan selama 1 bulan yaitu pada bulan September 2017. Hasil analisis data menunjukkan bahwa peluang terbesar potensi terinfeksi filariasis dari 300 penduduk yang diperiksa adalah di Kecamatan Baktiya yaitu mencapai 7% (21 penduduk), di kecamatan Nisam yaitu 4,67% (14 penduduk), di Kecamatan Lhok Beuringin dan Lhoksokun yaitu 2,67% (8 penduduk), pada masyarakat di Kecamatan Seunudon yaitu 2,33% (7 penduduk) dan masyarakat di Kecamatan Kuta Makmur yaitu 2,00% (6 penduduk) sedangkan yang lainnya di bawah 2,00%.
Burkholderia cenocepacia bacteremia in the oncology clinic: clinical features and outcomes
Authors: Kurmukov I. A. , Pronina A. M. , Kashiya Sh. R. , Bagirova N. S. , Dmitrieva N. V. , Grigor’yevskaya Z. V. , Petuhova I. N. , Tereshchenko I. V. 
Published: May 2019

Aim of the study: To determine clinical course of Burkholderia cenocepacia bacteremia and outcomes in patients receiving cancer therapy. Materials and methods: We indentified 10 adult patients with culture-verified catheter-related Burkholderia cenocepacia bacteremia. Pathogens were identified with protein mass spectrometry of bacteria cells. Testing for the «Microscan WalkAway 40/96 Plus» (Germany) did antibiotic sensitivity or «VITEK 2» (France). Results: In the majority of cases course of bacteremia was indolent; this fact precluded its rapid identification with standard procedures for diagnosing bloodstream infection. All patients developed fever but we revealed neither leukocytosis nor leucopenia which could be attributed to active infection. However, antibiotic treatment was initiated during the 24 h after the first signs of infection in all cases. In one patient bacteremia was complicated with septic shock. We revealed that Burkholderia cenocepacia was able to form biofilms and persist in implanted venous port systems after treatment and in order to eradicate the pathogen venous catheters had to be removed despite effective antibacterial treatment. Initial treatment was prescribed empirically and further antibacterial treatment was adjusted based on sensitivity testing results in 7 patients. Burkholderia cenocepacia eradication rate was 100% and all patients were cured and were able to continue prescribed cancer therapy afterwards. Conclusion: given to the low frequency of Burkholderia cenocepacia sporadic infections, clinicians must be aware of the possibility of drugs and medical supplies contamination with this pathogen. If one reveals ≥1 case of Burkholderia cenocepacia-associated infection the internal investigation must be initiated. Empiric antimicrobial therapy widely prescribed to treat febrile neutropenia in cancer patients is effective in these cases. However, it cannot eradicate the pathogen from inner lumen of implanted venous catheters. Identification of the possible pathogen in blood cultures and antibiotics sensitivity testing using microbiological analyzers prompts the diagnosis of bacteremia and prescription of most effective therapy
Plasmacytoid dendritic cells and their role in the immunopathogenesis of viral infections for example hepatitis B
Authors: Khodzhibekov R. R. , Khokhlova O. N. , Reizis A. R. , Kozhevnikova G. M. 
Published: May 2019

A new approach in understanding the mechanisms of immune response in viral hepatitis is the discovery of a unique type of immune cells – plasmocytoid dendritic cells (pDCs). Plasmocytoid dendritic cells (pDCs) are cells of lymphoid origin and morphologically resemble plasma cells. Functionally, they are professional IFN-a-producing cells that play an important role in antiviral immune response. Data on the mechanisms of PDCs participation in hepatitis B virus infection are few and contradictory. In chronic HBV infection, the role of pDCs remains mysterious and poorly understood with conflicting circulating blood pDCs results that show differently that they are not affected or reduced. However, functional disorders of pDCs were observed in patients with chronic HBV infection. The establishment of these mechanisms, as well as the search for the cause of hepatitis B virus latency and the formation of chronic infection remains one of the important and promising areas of scientific activities today.
Review: Hepatoprotector Compounds in Plant Extracts
Authors: ZAIN DICHY NURYADIN , Amalia Riezki , Levita Jutti 
Published: May 2019

Many plants have been reported to possess hepatoprotective activity. The mechanism has not yet been revealed, but it was predicted due to the antioxidants that could prevent the formation of free radicals produced by hepatotoxins. Of the 30 plants studied, Crocus sativus gave the largest hepatoprotector activity at a dose of 20 mg / kg, followed by Uncaria gambier Roxb. with a dose of 30 mg / kg and Melastoma malabathricum Leaf at a dose of 50 mg / kg. Keywords: Liver, CYP450, antioxidant, free radicals
USE OF SODIUM TETRAPHENYL BORON FOR FABRICATION OF POTENTIOMETRIC MEMBRANE SENSOR FOR THE ASSAY OF OLANZAPINE IN PHARMACEUTICALS AND HUMAN URINE
Authors: NAGARAJU RAJENDRA PRASAD 
Published: May 2019

Olanzapine (OLP), chemically known as 2-Methyl-10-(4-methyl-piperazin-1-yl)-4H-3-thia-4,9-diaza-benzo[f]azulene, is an atypical antipsychotic drug. It is used for the treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. A new simple and selective membrane based potentiometric sensor was developed for potentiometric determination of olanzapine. The membrane was constructed using an ion-pair of OLP and sodium tetraphenyl boron in dioctyl phthalate and PVC. The membrane provides good linear Nernstian response covering relatively wide concentration range of 4 × 10-6 - 1 × 10-2 M OLP over pH range of 2.6-7.8. The detection limit for the developed sensor was found as 2.02 × 10-6 M. The response time of developed sensor is <10 s for the range of determination. The sensor showed good selectivity for OLP in the presence of various cations, anions and other organic molecules. The membrane was successfully applied in direct potentiometric determination of OLP in tablets. The percentage recovery of OLP, ranged from 96.2 to 99.68% with a mean standard deviation <5% indicates the adoptability of sensor for the direct estimation of OLP in pharmaceuticals. The developed sensor was used to determine OLP in spiked human urine sample and the satisfactory results were obtained.
In situ Synthesis of PANI/CuO Nanocomposites for Non-Enzymatic Electrochemical Glucose Sensing
Authors: Rahman Gul , Rahman Mustifuz Ur , Najaf Zainab 
Published: May 2019

We report the in situ synthesis of polyaniline/copper oxide (PANI/CuO) nanocomposites and their characterization as electrocatalyst for non-enzymatic electrochemical glucose detection. Copper oxide (CuO) nanoparticles were prepared by wet chemical precipitation method followed by thermal treatment while the composites of PANI and CuO were synthesized by in situ chemical polymerization of aniline with definite amount of CuO. X-ray diffraction (XRD) results revealed that the composites are predominantly amorphous. The composite formation was confirmed by fourier transform infrared (FTIR) and UV-Vis spectroscopy analysis. The surface morphology was greatly altered with the amount of CuO in composite structure. PANI/CuO nanocomposites were coated on copper substrate to investigate their electrocatalytic activity for glucose sensing. PANI/CuO with 10 wt. % CuO exhibited good response towards electrochemical glucose oxidation.
Vulnerability Assessment: A Geospatial Bio-accessibility Approach Using Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons Concentration of Soils in Lagos, Nigeria.
Authors: Fatunsin Oluwatoyin T. , Adetunde Oluwasegun T. , Olayinka Kehinde O. 
Published: May 2019

Abstract
Cancer is on the increase globally. Cancer could be associated with hazards from anthropogenic activities. This study attempted to determine the site-specific potential human risks from polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in sites of different socioeconomic human activities from soils across Lagos metropolis in Nigeria by including a geographic information system (GIS) approach. A Human Simulation Test method was used to determine bio-accessibility for 16 priority PAHs. This was then spatially modelled using a GIS. The spatial vulnerability index for cancer developed show some variation within the study area from 0.2 – 0.0002 all falling below the normal exposure risk level of 1.0. The vulnerability to cancer based on different anthropogenic activities assessed were within the acceptable risk levels. However, it is important to reduce human exposure to even low concentrations of bio-accessible PAHs due to their tendency to bio-accumulate in plants, humans and other organisms.
Maximum Number of Steps Taken by Modular Exponentiation and Euclidean Algorithm
Authors: Okazaki Hiroyuki , Nagao Koh-ichi , Futa Yuichi 
Published: May 2019

Summary
In this article we formalize in Mizar [1], [2] the maximum number of steps taken by some number theoretical algorithms, “right–to–left binary algorithm” for modular exponentiation and “Euclidean algorithm” [5]. For any natural numbers a, b, n, “right–to–left binary algorithm” can calculate the natural number, see (Def. 2), AlgoBPow(a, n, m) := ab
mod n and for any integers a, b, “Euclidean algorithm” can calculate the non negative integer gcd(a, b). We have not formalized computational complexity of algorithms yet, though we had already formalize the “Euclidean algorithm” in [7].
For “right-to-left binary algorithm”, we formalize the theorem, which says that the required number of the modular squares and modular products in this algorithms are ⌊1+log2
n⌋ and for “Euclidean algorithm”, we formalize the Lamé’s theorem [6], which says the required number of the divisions in this algorithm is at most 5 log10 min(|a|, |b|). Our aim is to support the implementation of number theoretic tools and evaluating computational complexities of algorithms to prove the security of cryptographic systems.
Improvement of sperm motility within one month under selenium and vitamin E supplementation in four infertile dogs with low selenium status
Authors: Domosławska Anna , Zduńczyk Sławomir , Janowski Tomasz 
Published: May 2019

Abstract

Introduction: Significant improvement of sperm motility within one month effected by oral supplementation of selenium and vitamin E was described in four infertile male dogs which failed to conceive in their last three matings with different bitches. Material and Methods: The dogs (a Golden Retriever, an English Cocker Spaniel, and two Tibetan Mastiffs) were supplemented daily with selenium (Se) (0.6 mg/kg organic Se yeast) and vitamin E (vit. E) (5 mg/kg) per os for 60 days. Semen was collected on days 0, 30, 60, and 90. The sperm concentration and motility parameters were evaluated by the CASA system, sperm morphology was explored by Diff-Quick staining, and live and dead spermatozoa were differentiated by eosin/nigrosin staining. The concentrations of Se and vit. E were measured in peripheral blood serum on semen collection days. Results: Before administration, the concentrations of Se in blood plasma were low (86.0–165.0 µg/L). After 30 days of treatment there was an observable improvement in total and progressive sperm motility and kinematic parameters (VAP, VSK, VCL, ALH, BCF, and RAPID). The percentages of live and normal morphology sperm cells were also higher. There was also an observable increase in Se and vitamin E concentrations in blood serum. Bitches were successfully mated and delivered four to six puppies. Conclusion: Supplementation with Se and vit. E improved rapid sperm motility and restored fertility in infertile dogs with low Se status.
Talent Management, Employee Recognition and Performance in the Research Institutions
Authors: Masri Nadine El , Suliman Abubakr 
Published: May 2019

Abstract
This paper aims to provide insight into talent management and employee recognition variables, in an effort to understand if these management practices are, in a way, implemented in the Research Institutions in Qatar. It also aims to examine the link of these two constructs to employee performance and to suggest a pathway to improve the current practices, if any, in order to enhance the work performance. The sample of the study consisted of 180 full time employees who were randomly selected and surveyed using an online personalized questionnaire. The results of the empirical research uncover that talent management and employee recognition can significantly affect the level of employee performance, as well contributing to the organizational success and positioning. This study also found that talent management and employee recognition are interrelated variables that affect employee performance. Talent Management and employee performance are seen as strategic tools to implement strategic objectives and to enhance employees and organization’s performance. The study concludes with a set of recommendations for both practitioners and researchers working in Qatar and beyond. The results of the study emphasize the importance of managing employee recognition in shaping work performance. It seems to be individuals’ need for recognition, esteem and social status continues to be a higher order need irrespective of time and context. This paper is the first paper in Qatar and the Middle East that examines the role of talent management and employee recognition in shaping employee performance in the context of research institutions.