bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Evaluation of anti-obesity and lipid-lowering properties of Vaccinium myrtillus leaves powder extract in a hamster model
Authors: Zagayko Andriy L. , Kolisnyk Tetiana Ye. , Chumak Olena I. , Ruban Olena A. , Koshovyi Oleh M. 
Published: July 2018

Abstract

Background

Vaccinium myrtillus leaves are known to be rich in phenols and have been used in traditional medicine as an antidiabetic remedy. This study evaluated the powder extract of V. myrtillus leaves obtained with the use of L-arginine and myo-inositol for anti-obesity and lipid-lowering potential in hamsters.

Methods
Standard phytochemical methods were used to determine the total phenolic and total flavonoid contents of the extract. The obesity condition was induced in Syrian hamsters by feeding them with highly palatable fat- and sugar-rich diet (40.3 kcal% fat) for 12 weeks. From the 10th week of diet feeding, the obese hamsters were treated with the powder extract of V. myrtillus leaves (15, 25 and 35 mg/kg/day, respectively) and “Styfimol” (6.2 mg/kg/day of hydroxycitric acid) as a positive control drug. At the end of the treatment period, the biochemical parameters as well as visceral fat mass were determined.

Results

Vaccinium myrtillus leaves powder extract at 25 and 35 mg/kg/day caused a significant reduction in body weight gain and visceral fat mass in obese hamsters. Serum triacylglycerols, free fatty acids, total cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) levels were also significantly lower. Besides, the hamsters treated with powder extract at 25 and 35 mg/kg/day had the closest intact value ratio of high-density lipoprotein cholesterol and LDL-C compared with positive control animals.

Conclusions
The results showed that V. myrtillus leaves powder extract is a promising therapeutic agent for the treatment of obesity and obesity-induced diseases.
Intracranial pathologies associated with central diabetes insipidus in infants
Authors: Kasim Nader , Bagga Bindiya , Diaz-Thomas Alicia 
Published: July 2018

Abstract

Background
Idiopathic central diabetes insipidus (CDI) has been associated with intracranial pathologies that do not involve the structural pituitary gland or hypothalamus. The objective was to study the association between non-structural hypothalamic/pituitary intracranial pathologies (NSHPIP) with CDI and to review etiologies that may be contributory to the development of CDI.

Methods
A retrospective query of our intra-institutional database from 2006 to 2015. Children admitted diagnosed with diabetes insipidus (DI) (ICD-9 253.5) between the ages of 0–1 year were included. Patient charts were reviewed to include those who have a documented diagnosis of CDI, hypernatremia (>145 mmol/L), high serum osmolality (>300 mOsm/kg), low urine osmolality (<300 mOsm/kg), and brain imaging reports. Diagnoses of nephrogenic DI were excluded.

Results
Twenty-three infant patients were diagnosed with CDI. Eleven subjects (48%) had NSHPIP. Of those, 18% had cerebral infarction, 27% had intracranial injury and hemorrhage due to traumatic brain injury, 18% had isolated intraventricular hemorrhage, and 27% had meningitis. Hospital prevalence for NSHPIP, age 0–1 year, ranged from 0.05% to 0.3%.

Conclusions
Rates of NSHPIP in those with CDI are higher than expected hospital rates (p<0.001), suggesting a possible association between CDI and NSHPIP.
Polish - Romanian Military Cooperation
Authors: Bąk Tomasz 
Published: July 2018

Abstract
Reborn after WWI, Poland needed to secure its borders properly against a potential enemy. As a result of the undertaken negotiations, the state strengthened the protection of its eastern border with a Polish-Romanian alliance. Before WWII, Romania was an important ally of Poland in the region and the only neighbour with whom Poland had a good relationship. Currently, both states are members of the EU and NATO, and their interests in security converge, especially in the face of deteriorating security in Eastern Europe. Closer military cooperation is also favoured by extensive political contacts and increasing expenditure on defence in both those states. In fact, Romania may well become the main ally of our country in the region within the next few years
Fake News as a Threat to National Security
Authors: Belova Gabriela , Georgieva Gergana 
Published: July 2018

Abstract
We are living in the so-called era of fake news in which cybercriminals have been delving into this phenomenon and turning it into a lucrative business. Fake and invented media websites are created to resemble legitimate media. Some criminals use methods such as modifying legitimate documents and distribute them as part of, for instance, disinformation campaigns. Propaganda is unequivocally bound to national security and it is a risk to it. Since fake news is a unique area where challenges appear to be very complicated, it should be dealt with via more and better usage of national security communications. It is, therefore, no coincidence that the Collins Dictionary has announced “fake news” as a word of 2017. Furthermore, the European Commissioner for Digital Economy and Society Mariya Gabriel considers that fake news is suppressing the media and society as a whole, calling for an EU-level analysis in order to assess the amount to which fake news menaces the EU and pinpoint whether it is likely to find a common solution regarding this issue
Security of Communications and Informatics Systems within the Modern Battle Space
Authors: Chirca Dorin 
Published: July 2018

Abstract
A basic requirement for a modern communications system is the protection of the communications services provided and of the information transmitted through them. This consists of a set of security measures and procedures organized in accordance with the legal provisions in force within each military structure, for the protection of the stored, processed and transmitted information through communications and informatics systems against threats and actions/inactions that may affect their confidentiality, integrity, availability and authenticity or may affect the operation of communications and informatics systems. In these circumstances, the development of communications equipment and the growing integration of the related technical equipment is accompanied by the emergence of numerous means and processes whereby unauthorized access to classified information may be achieved, both by direct interception of the traffic - especially the one transmitted by electromagnetic waves and the unintended (parasite) radiation of the communications and computing equipment. Therefore, a secure communications system within the modern battle space cannot be concieved without technical equipment needed to protect classified information, mainly based on automatic encryption and on appropriate organizational measures
Intercultural Communication in Military Multinational Operations
Authors: Ispas Lucian , Tudorache Paul 
Published: July 2018

Abstract
The dynamics and complexity of the current operational environment requires military forces, in general, and multinational forces, in particular, new adaptation, relational-communication and action capacities to enable them to identify and combat hypothetical adversaries whose elementary features are their ability to use conventional combat actions correlated with unconventional types of combat. In this context, intercultural communication, seen not only from an internal perspective as a standard of achievement at the level of national contingents, but also externally as an instrument of establishing positive relations with the regional partners, the local population and the other actors of the operational environment, becomes a requirement essential for the performance of multinational military forces in deploying the whole spectrum of operations
Facts Concerning the Counteraction of Military Negotiating Partners, Fastidious and Unfair, in Crisis Situations and War Time
Authors: Vladu Mircea , Popescu Stelian , Popa Ioan Dan , Ilie Florin 
Published: July 2018

Abstract
The applications highlighted the fact that, in crisis situations and war time, there were military negotiations, in which the partners have proven their unfairness and stiffness. The inflexibility and unfairness of the negotiator resides in the fact that he used incorrect tactics⦋1], especially subterfuges, for obtaining advantages. About this negotiating partner we would like to have the following discussion
Arab Spring as a Background of Civil War in Syria
Authors: Żuber Marian , Moussa Samuel Sahel 
Published: July 2018

Abstract
In the paper the reasons of outbreak of conflict in Syria at the background of social and political situation of the Arab world at the beginning of 21st century were presented. The influence of displeasure explosion against governments in Tunisia, Libya and Egypt, known as Arab Spring, on the situation in Syria was described. The attention on escalation of tensions between Bashar al-Assad’s government and opposition as a source of civil war in Syria was paid. The foreign players at the arena of Syrian conflict with special concern to United States and Russia activity, as a main contractors in the conflict were shown
Rationality and Subjectivity in Preliminary Analysis of Acquisition Options of Technical Systems
Authors: Badea Dorel , Iancu Dumitru 
Published: July 2018

Abstract
Modeling the acquisition decision and, consequently, managing the capabilities of technical systems involves multiple options that need to be optimized first, based on universal constraints such as time, quality, cost, etc. The criterion of use (private or institutional), according to which analyzes can evolve differently, is also important. Regardless of the way in which these considerations are taken, there is always a difference of approach given by the quantitative and / or qualitative tools used but also by biases, heuristics and mindsets. The article analyzes succinctly, on an example of calculation (based on a matrix used in the theory of decision to evaluate the different alternatives made available, when we have a basic model to be referred to), the universe of these analytical modalities, underlining the idea of making analyzes using a maximum level of objectivity and minimizing as much as possible subjectivism. It has been chosen as a way of applying the field of procurement of technical systems with the possibility of highlighting as many aspects as possible on the decisional criteria. Critical analysis of the robustness of the choices made by the human factor as a rational decision-maker is presented, as it is seen in the classical economic theory, but taking into account the limitations highlighted by modern theories in the fields of psychology and information theory
Organization and Business Environment Collaborative Model to Increase the Innovation Capacity
Authors: Fleaca Bogdan 
Published: July 2018

Abstract
The research aims to identify a modern Business Process Management solution to simulate integrated coordination mechanisms with impact on organization’s innovation. From a scientific and socio-economic perspective, the article is aligned with the European innovation trend that supports organizations' preoccupation to introduce innovation and upgrading processes, technologies and business models. The issues that the author has identified and sought to find answers are to identify that mild method of Business Process Management that can be correlated with the dimensions of organizational innovation in areas such as: the organization's infrastructure, partnership between business members, innovation "inside". The second issue is to limit current approaches by analyzing the current state of knowledge. The research has been included within the boundaries of modeling and simulation of business process flows with impact on organizational innovation vectors. Thus, the paper proposes and presents a set of integrated processes of collaboration between the organization and the business environment using Business Process Management as an integrated coordination mechanism of the organization's innovation
Using a Vector Swot - Analysis to Determine the Guidelines for the Training of Tracked Vehicles Driver in the Bulgarian Army
Authors: Petkov Rosen , Bankatev Ilian 
Published: July 2018

Abstract
In the process of making strategic decisions and defining trends in process development, SWOT analysis is particularly important as a reliable prognosis tool. The results of the situational analysis allow to identify priorities and objectives on the one hand and to assist in the selection of development guidelines on the other. The purpose of the following report is to optimize the process of training the tracked vehicles driver in the Bulgarian Army by defining an indicated vector in a SWOT quadrant and identifying development strategies
Methodology for Analysis and Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Using Outsourcing Services in the Bulgarian Armed Forces
Authors: Stefanov Nikolay , Lilov Ilian 
Published: July 2018

Abstract
The improvement of the outsourcing process is directly related to the planned ideas of the managing bodies of the Bulgarian Armed Forces and the initiatives to be implemented. This in turn determines the need to analyse and evaluate the efficiency of the performance of the outsourcing service. The objective is to identify possible deviations from the requirements of the client military unit and to take action to change or improve the outsourcing process. The analysis and evaluation of the efficiency of the used outsourcing services enables an overall vision of the outsourcing process and the fulfillment of the set goals. This article studies and analyses the possibilities for applying a methodology for analysis and evaluation of the effectiveness of the use of outsourcing services in the Bulgarian Armed Forces
Jiu Valley’s Mining Activity as an Identity Construction
Authors: Anghel Mariana Eleonora 
Published: July 2018

Abstract
This article focuses upon an approach that is specific to the identity construction of the mining activity in the Jiu Valley while considering demographic movements as a result of the process of making the mining units efficient. The contribution and social responsibility of the decisional factors with a view to outlining a model of social development and to providing a functional balance of the identity modelling of the area becomes a goal of tremendous importance in sociological analysis. Acknowledging the mutations having come out within the configuration of the area represents an important step towards the identification and drawing out of a series of solutions capable to contribute to the revitalization of the region and to determine added value at the level of the community through capitalizing all natural and human resources at a higher standard
Evolution of the Consolidated General Budget and Budget Deficit Between 2012-2016 in Romania
Authors: Huseraș Alin Teodor 
Published: July 2018

Abstract
This article provides a synthetic and easily understandable image of important financial characteristics of the Romanian public system to any person interested in the issue. It draws in general lines the etymology, legal and economic relevance of the budget, as well as the budget system structure and its development under the laws of public finances. It also presents the formation and use of budgetary flows, budgetary principles, consolidated general budget, economic and functional classification and surplus or deficit of budget. The current paper draws on the most known analysis indicators used in the literature. As a group, these analysis indicators convey the level (volume or size), the structure (the destination groups, subgroups, categories) and dynamics (the evolution in time) of budget and can be applied to both income and expenditure budgets. The paper’s objectives are to monitorize the evolution of the consolidated general budget and to analyse the employment deficit in the permissible limits (3%) in the reference period of the study (2012-2016)
Legal Aspects of Electronic Communication and Its Proof According to the Tax and Social Insurance Procedure Code Regulations
Authors: Aleksandrova Valentina 
Published: July 2018

Abstract
The entry into force of new laws governing electronic communications pose new challenges to electronic communication with the judiciary authorities and arise practical issues with its proof. The following article aims to summarize the results of theoretical and practical analysis of the current legal framework on the proof of electronic communications in our country and its regulation in the Tax and Social Insurance Procedure Code. In legal theory, there is a common understanding about the document and its essence, as a means of proof and it is that the document is a thing on which with the written or electronic symbol it is a materialized statement. The electronic document is a means of proof which, by virtue of law, has the same (equal) evidentiary effect, as the written document. The evidentiary effect of the document does not depend on whether the document is written or electronic, but whether it is accompanied by the signature of its author and, above all, the capacity of the publisher compiling the document
Changes in the American Foreign Policy: From Obama to Trump
Authors: Brânda Oana-Elena 
Published: July 2018

Abstract
A change in administration is bound to produce changes in the drawing and conducting of foreign policy. However, the transition from the Obama administration to that of Donald Trump is taking its toll on the manner of making American foreign policy. The calm and relaxed view of Barack Obama was replaced with the ill-tempered view of President Trump, who seemed eager to impress a more rigorous perspective of foreign policy, aiming to turn the United States into an isolationist country. Far from being an appeaser, Obama managed to pursue a pro-active foreign policy, establishing a working relation even with rogue states. On the other hand, Trump is attempting to bolster the state’s foreign policy, by reasserting sovereignty and entering competition with rogue leaders, rather than focusing on dialogue.The aim of the present article is to analyse the foreign policy of both administrations, on a compare and contrast basis, focusing on several aspects, such as the perspective on the role to be played within NATO, the relations to rogue states, the need to further engage in conflicts worldwide in order to bring along peace and security, and the reassertion of state sovereignty
The Distortion of Justice from Non-State Power
Authors: Draghici Aurelia Teodora , Goşa Dumitru 
Published: July 2018

Abstract
The opportunity and the necessity of simplifying the texts of criminalization, the restoration in natural limits of the sanctioning treatment corroborated with the economic and social evolution, the national and international doctrine and jurisprudence, the necessity to ensure the legality, the impartiality, the independence and firmness in the application of the law, represented the justificatory premises of the legislator in order to amend The Penal Code with regard to the crimes against justice. The rationality for introducing new crimes such as "obstruction of justice" suppose to adapt criminal law to the realities of the democratic society, to the provisions of the European norms, the Romanian experience in the field proving that the means of criminal protection of justice were applied shyly and unconvincingly. The sources of obstruction of justice have not reduces but, instead, it amplified and gained new forms, some very subtle, in close contact with the international world
Doctrinal Contributions on the Right to Use the Work Provided by Law No. 8/1996
Authors: Sfârlog Tudor-Vlad 
Published: July 2018

Abstract
In the present study we propose to offer a series of doctrinal solutions regarding the legal analysis of the patrimonial right to use the work of the authors, under Law no. 8/1996. The importance of the approach lies in the in-depth understanding of the institution, the logical and legal motivations of the Romanian legislator’s options and the doctrinal and jurisprudential solutions in the field. Concerning the importance of legal protection of the author’s patrimonial rights, we will mention here only the argument accepted by the opinionated that social development and well-being are inextricably linked to the legal protection of intellectual creation. We assume that the individual would not be encouraged to create in the absence of legitimate protection of the creation of his intellect
Is Christian Faith a Predictor for Empathy?
Authors: Lupu Valentin 
Published: July 2018

Abstract
According to the last census, the majority of the Romanian population officially declares itself as Christian. The core value of Christianity is love and compassion towards your neighbour. The objective of this study was to see if there is a correlation between Christian faith and empathy. The study was conducted on Romanian students. We had three groups of students: Atheists/Other Religions, Nominal Christians and Christians who daily practice their faith. For the assessing of empathy we used Davis’s (1980) Interpersonal Reactivity Index (IRI), a self-report instrument and a multidimensional measure of empathy. A comparison of the IRI scores of the three student groups reveals that faith appears to be a predictor of empathy
Visual Aids in Language Education
Authors: Pateşan Marioara , Balagiu Alina , Alibec Camelia 
Published: July 2018

Abstract
Visual aids are powerful tools that can be used to assist the teachers in teaching a foreign language. They can be used to display complex information clearly and introduce variety into the activities in class. The benefits in using visuals in teaching are huge, ranging from grabbing and maintaining attention to motivating students to engage with the lecture’s particular topic and helping them to retain information. Specialists as well as teachers agree on the important role of visuals that can significantly enhance the learning of students that belong to a generation familiar with the visual interface of multimedia and internet technologies. The present paper examines some of the theoretical and practical aspects of the use of visual aids in the English language classroom
Characteristics of the Romanians' Religiosity Highlighted in Their Children's Drawings
Authors: Sorea Daniela 
Published: July 2018

Abstract
The religiosity of the contemporary Western World is marked by the process of secularization that strengthens atheism, but it evolves to a post-secular stage of recovering the values of Christianity in models of good social practices. Contemporary Western religiosity is also characterized by the revival of pre-Christian local beliefs and practices and the spread of new, imported forms of spirituality. Religiosity is a hard to tackle research topic, due to the reluctance of people to talk about their beliefs. Analyzing how children draw God is a way to overcome this difficulty. In the former socialist states of Europe, these characteristics intertwine with the effects of exiting from an atheistic programmatic political regime. Theoretical coding of drawings made on request by Romanian primary school pupils in 2004 and 2016 provides information on children's religiosity. They provide information on how Romanians see themselves on account of their religiosity compared to the trends of evolution of Western religiosity, as well as on the effects of introducing religion as a subject of study in Romanian schools