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Irreparable Global Spread of Pathogens and International Trade – Sanitary Requirements
Authors: Kouba Václav 
Published: May 2018

Abstract
Sanitary requirements for international trade in animals and their products are regulated by World Trade Organization (WTO) and World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE). None of them requires exported animal commodities to be of full sanitary quality, i.e. to be free of pathogens causing mass suffering and premature death of immense numbers of animals and humans. Both organizations using different methods try to avoid requirements of importing countries for pathogen-free animal commodity. They support the exporting countries at the expense of health in the importing ones that are not self-sufficient in animal production and thus contribute to worldwide man-made spreading of pathogens through “legal” trade. They ignore the global irreparable consequences of their common “trade over health” policy. They also deprive the importing countries of freedom to reject goods having no sanitary harmlessness guarantee. They ignore pathogen reproduction/spreading/resistance abilities and the fact that every case is different. Admitting pathogen spread is in stark contrast to the only duty of the OIE. It is therefore recommended: Documents and provisions supporting pathogen spread through “legal” international trade to be immediately abolished; to use and apply normal free market fair trade principles for animal commodities, i.e. full quality requirements based on demands of the importing country to avoid pathogen introduction and on bilateral agreement without any external interference. State animal health services must be significantly strengthened to be able to control international trade on-the-spot and organize infection control/eradication programmes. Modern action-oriented epizootiology methods have to be used. All intergovernmental anti-epizootic agenda should be concentrated in United Nations Organization and dealt with as a priority programme to protect global health and life.
New Methods Of Plant Selection For Food Aroma Recovery Aided By Oxidation Processes
Authors: Bezysov Anatoliy , Dubova Halyna , Rogova Nataliya 
Published: May 2018

Abstract
This paper presents a novel approach to the selection of plants to restore the lost aroma based on the oxidation processes. The predisposition of raw material components to lipid oxidation is the basis of selection criteria. It was determined that the content of unsaturated fatty acids in the lipid extract of watermelon, pumpkin, cucumbers is 30-40%, the ratio of linoleic and linolenic acids in fruit is different. The formation of diene conjugates and hydroperoxides, malondialdehyde after various processing treatment methods is shown. The efficiency of aroma restoration depends on the number of formed 9-, 13- hydroperoxides that serve as a substrate for aroma-forming enzymes. The antioxidant capacity and the oxidation-reduction potential of fresh fruits and fruits after cooking have been analyzed. These characteristics determine the fruit ability to repeated formation of aromatic components. It has been ascertained that gourds have sufficient potential to restore aroma by exogenous lipoxygenases.
A Study on Different Approaches of Six-Sigma and Knowledge Management Integrated Models to Identify the Leveraging Effects
Authors: Baral Lal Mohan , Kifor Claudiu Vasile 
Published: May 2018

Abstract
The purpose of this paper is to review the different models which integrate Six Sigma and Knowledge Management (KM) approaches and also to identify the advantages and disadvantages of those models. Based on literature, the available Six Sigma and KM models have been reviewed. All the models have been critically analysed according to their structure and end users and finally the advantages and disadvantages are enlisted. The Overview expressed that more or less every model has been proposed aiming to the specific endues and each model has both strength and weakness for application to all sectors. In this article, the advantages and disadvantages of existing Six Sigma-KM models have been identified. This study may offer some guidance to find new directions to eliminate the week points of those models by introducing new ideas and methodologies
The Influence of Leadership in Implementing Management Systems
Authors: Nae Ilie , Solomon Gheorghe , Severin Irina 
Published: May 2018

Abstract
This paper presents a new perspective of the implementation of Management Systems within organizations in order to increase the success rate. The objective is to analyse how the leadership could influence positively or negatively the implementation, according to the leadership approach chosen. It offers a method to analyse the maturity of the leadership for any organization, based on existing leadership models, completing these models with specificities of a Management System. The Maturity Grid is extended to key elements of the Organizational Leadership: Strategic Planning, Process and Performance. The results expected are to change the current understanding of leadership during a Management System implementation(leadership seen as a principle) to an active leadership, implemented at organizational level. It propose an alternative of the classic management approach, to a Performance Management approach, that integrates naturally the leadership in all processes and methods
Applications of Ontologies in Knowledge Management Systems
Authors: Rehman Zobia , Kifor Claudiu V. 
Published: May 2018

Abstract
Enterprises are realizing that their core asset in 21st century is knowledge. In an organization knowledge resides in databases, knowledge bases, filing cabinets and peoples' head. Organizational knowledge is distributed in nature and its poor management causes repetition of activities across the enterprise. To get true benefits from this asset, it is important for an organization to “know what they know”. That’s why many organizations are investing a lot in managing their knowledge. Artificial intelligence techniques have a huge contribution in organizational knowledge management. In this article we are reviewing the applications of ontologies in knowledge management realm
Analysis and classification of physical and chemical methods of fuel activation
Authors: Fedorchak Viktoriya , Fedorchak Taras 
Published: May 2018

Abstract
The offered article explores various research studies, developed patents in terms of physical and chemical approaches to the activation of fuel. In this regard, national and foreign researches in the field of fuels activators with different principles of action were analysed, evaluating their pros and cons. The article also intends to classify these methods and compare them regarding diverse desired results and types of fuels used. In terms of physical and chemical influences on fuels and the necessity of making constructive changes in the fuel system of internal combustion engines, an optimal approach was outlined.
Bankruptcy Prediction: A Survey on Evolution, Critiques, and Solutions
Authors: Fejér-Király Gergely 
Published: May 2018

Abstract
After the economic crisis and the BASEL agreement, the bankruptcy prediction research has evolved substantially due to its importance in corporate finance. This paper summarizes the short history of bankruptcy prediction from the beginning until quite recently. First, it presents a short summary of bankruptcy prediction evolution pointing to the most used models. Then, it provides a summary of the most cited papers that discuss the evolution of bankruptcy prediction and of those papers that have contributed to bankruptcy prediction. Finally, it summarizes some critiques about bankruptcy prediction that the literature has formulated over time and provides some suggestions for future research on bankruptcy prediction.
The Aharonov-Bohm Effect and Transport Properties in Graphene Nanostructures
Authors: Racolta D. , Micu C. 
Published: May 2018

Abstract
In this paper we discuss interplays between the Aharonov-Bohm effect and the transport properties in mesoscopic ring structures based on graphene. The interlayer interaction leads to a change of the electronic structure of bilayer graphene ring such that the electronic energy dispersion law exhibits a gap, either by doping one of the layers or by the application of an external perpendicular electric field. Gap adjustments can be done by varying the external electric field, which provides the possibility of obtaining mesoscopic devices based on the electronic properties of bilayer graphene. This opens the way to controllable manipulations of phase-coherent mesoscopic phenomena, as well as to Aharonov-Bohm oscillations depending on the height of the potential step and on the radius of the ring. For this purpose one resorts to a tight-binding model such as used to the description of conductance.
Intercomparison of Radon in Soil Instruments at Reference Site in Czech Republic
Authors: Burghele Bety D. , Moldovan Mircea C. 
Published: May 2018

Abstract
Intercomparison exercises of radon instruments play an important part when it comes to domestic survey as well as international or national mapping in dwellings, soil or water. Therefore, it is of prime interest to improve and standardize technical methods of measurement and also to verify quality assurance through comparison between different instruments and techniques. In the present paper is described the latest intercomparison exercise performed between the Laboratory of Environmental Radioactivity (hereafter called LER) of our department and other 15 different teams around Europe. The test has been held at two radon reference sites located 60 km SW of Prague, Czech Republic.
Invasive vascular plant species of oxbow lakes in south-western Poland
Authors: Spałek Krzysztof 
Published: May 2018

Abstract
Natural water reservoirs are very valuable floristic sites in south-western Poland. Among them, the most important for the preservation of biodiversity of flora are oxbow lakes. The long-term process of human pressure on habitats of this type caused disturbances of their biological balance. Changes in the water regime, industrial development and chemisation of agriculture, especially in the period of the last two hundred years, led to systematic disappearances of localities of many plant species connected with rare habitats and also to the appearance of numerous invasive plant species. They are: Azolla filiculoides, Echinocystis lobata, Erechtites hieraciifolia, Impatiens glandulifera, I. parviflora, Reynoutria japonica, Solidago canadensis, S. gigantea and S. graminifolia. Field works were conducted in years 2005-2012.
The alien flora of the Rzeszów Foothills
Authors: Jaźwa Małgorzata , Stadnicka-Futoma Agata 
Published: May 2018

Abstract
The aim of the study was to analyze the synanthropic flora of the Rzeszów Foothills (south-eastern Poland). Floristic studies were carried out in years 2007-2013 using the cartogram method in the ATPOL system (2×2 km square grid). Here we present the numerical data (number of species in each historical-geographical group, families most frequently represented by anthropophytes), show the proportion of specific growth forms and describe habitat preferences. The Rzeszów Foothills region had already been shown as strongly impacted by anthropogenic pressures. The total number of vascular plant species detected was equal to 1115; among them, the synanthropes represent about 30%. Also the index of synanthropy was calculated to confirm strong anthropogenic transformation of the studied area. In the presented study, 47 invasive plant species were discovered in the region. Moreover, the role and distribution of the most interesting and invasive of the synanthropic species was analyzed based on their negative impact on the native flora. We also identified plant species with high invasive potential and indicated causes of their appearance and spread.
Gradient Of Genetic Diversity Of Erigeron Annuus In The Part Of Invasive European Range
Authors: Tunaitienė Virginija , Naugžemys Donatas , Patamsytė Jolanta , Žvingila Donatas 
Published: May 2018

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Erigeron annuus (L.) Pers. (Asteraceae) is native species to eastern North America, but has been introduced to Europe and many other temperate regions of the world. In order to assess the impact of spreading history and settlement time on the genetic diversity of invasive populations of E. annuus, individual plants were sampled from 16 populations located in Switzerland, Poland, Lithuania and Latvia along the south-northern expansion direction of this species in Europe. One population was collected in native range (New Brunswick, Canada). The analysis of ISSR polymorphism in 253 plants revealed 161 polymorphic bands. The highest genotype variation and genetic diversity parameters were revealed in the populations from Switzerland and Poland, the least – in Latvian populations. All 37 plants from Latvia were clones of the same genotype. The comparison of genetic diversity parameters of populations from different countries showed the decrease of genetic diversity on the south-north direction.
Cyanobacteria Diversity In Kamanos Raised Bog (North-West Lithuania)
Authors: Koreivienė Judita , Kasperovičienė Jūratė , Karosienė Jūratė 
Published: May 2018

Abstract
The current study summarised the diversity of cyanobacteria found in various habitats of the second largest raised bog of Lithuania. A total of 56 cyanobacteria species that comprise 19% of all phycoflora diversity in Kamanos raised bog were recorded. Species from the Chroococcales (32 species) order and the Chroococcus (7), Aphanothece (7) genera were the most numerous. Twenty one cyanobacteria species were found in Lithuania for the first time. Most of species recorded in Kamanos raised bog were cosmopolite or distributed in temperate zone. One third of the species were characteristic particularly of the peat bogs. Thirty nine species of cyanobacteria were specific to the particular water body and occurred only in 1–3 of the studied localities. Only five species, i.e. Chroococcus turgidus, Aphanocapsa grevillei, Aphanothece elabens, Cyanosarcina sp. and Hapalosiphon sp. were common. Peculiarities of the habitat were the most important drivers determining species richness and composition of cyanobacteria in a particular locality.
Granular Computing in Intelligent Transportation: An Exploratory Study
Authors: Dewen Seng , Xinhong Cheng , Jing Chen , Xujian Fang 
Published: May 2018

Abstract
With the continuous development of the cities, the traffic situation has gradually become a topic of concern. The concept of an intelligent transportation system has been proposed and developed. In the field of intelligent transportation, the traffic data has gradually increased. People have higher demands to real time data. The traditional data processing methods and tools have become unable to meet the needs of urban transport development. In this paper we analyzed the basic theory of granular computing, the methods, technology and current situation of granular computing. Besides, we discussed the hot issues of granular computing in an intelligent transportation system. Finally, granular computing in the development of intelligent transportation fields was also discussed.
Regular Expression Based Online Aided Decision Making Knowledge Base for Quality and Security of Food Processing
Authors: Wen Liu , Peng Liu , Qiang Li , Min Duan , Yan-Rong Wang , Yue Dai 
Published: May 2018

Abstract
With regard to the inefficient application of a food processing information system due to shortage of the knowledge acquisition measure and self-updating function of knowledge, a method of constructing an online aided decision making knowledge base for quality and security of food processing, based on regular expression, is discussed in the paper. Firstly, the method establishes an online aided decision making knowledge base for quality and security of food processing based on regular expression; and then an automatic knowledge inference engine is applied to update the knowledge in the base, combined with industry experts’ experience knowledge. Continuous deriving of food processing knowledge can be realized based on the inference engine. The research will greatly enhance the efficiency and applicability of obtaining knowledge from an online aided decision making system for quality and security of food processing.
A Video Camera Road Sign System of the Early Warning from Collision with the Wild Animals
Authors: Matuska Slavomir , Hudec Robert , Kamencay Patrik , Trnovszky Tibor 
Published: May 2018

Abstract
This paper proposes a camera road sign system of the early warning, which can help to avoid from vehicle collision with the wild animals. The system consists of camera modules placed down the particularly chosen route and the intelligent road signs. The camera module consists of the camera device and the computing unit. The video stream is captured from video camera using computing unit. Then the algorithms of object detection are deployed. Afterwards, the machine learning algorithms will be used to classify the moving objects. If the moving object is classified as animal and this animal can be dangerous for safety of the vehicle, warning will be displayed on the intelligent road sings.
Exergetic Analysis For A Complete Node Of Fluidised-Bed Drying Of Poppy Seeds
Authors: Skoneczna-Łuczków Joanna , Ciesielczyk Włodzimierz 
Published: May 2018

Abstract
The article presents an experimental-theoretical analysis of fluidised-bed drying of poppy seeds directed on minimisation of energy. The analysis was performed for a complete drying node incorporating a heat exchanger and a fan. Two complementary factors were used in the exergetic evaluation: exergy efficiency and unit consumption of exergy. An analysis of drying in stationary bed was carried out for comparison purposes. Results of the exergetic analysis can become a basis for innovative works focused on decreasing energy consumption of a technological node being analysed, e.g. by the use of recirculation of fluidising-drying medium.
Response on: Slender-billed Curlew (Numenius tenuirostris) in the Czech Republic: the historical occurrence of this species in Bohemia and its return on the checklist
Authors: Jansen Justin J.F.J. 
Published: May 2018

Abstract
The Slender-billed Curlew (Numenius tenuirostris) is for the last time reliably recorded at 23 February 1995 at Merja Zerga, Morocco. This paper re-evaluates the recent addition by Hudeček (2016) of the species to the Czech Republic list.
Clonal evolution in a patient with aplastic anemia – case report
Authors: Brinza Melen , Jardan Cerasela , Vasilache Didona , Dobrea Camelia , Coriu Daniel 
Published: May 2018

Abstract
Background: Aplastic anemia (AA) is a rare and serious disease characterized by pancytopenia and hypoplastic bone marrow in the absence of infiltrates/fibrosis. It occurs more frequently in childhood and young adulthood (10-30 years) and with older age (>60 years), with equal distribution among men and women. As hypoplastic myelodysplastic syndromes (hMDS) are also associated with cytopenia and hypocellular marrow,they may be difficult to differentiate from AA. The presence of dysplastic features (others than erythroid) and/or blast cells >5% is essential to distinguish hMDS from AA. Cytogenetic tests may reveal clonal evolution in hMDS. As the two disorders differ greatly in means of management and prognosis, the correct diagnostic is very important.
Case presentation: We report the case of a 39 years old female diagnosed in 2005 (at age 29) with aplastic anemia. She received treatment with corticosteroids, Cyclosporine, blood transfusions and growth factors with partial response and no transfusion independency. After 8 years of evolution she developed dysplastic features within the megakaryocytic and granulocytic lineages and an increase in the blast population. The bone marrow slowly became hypercellular. The treatment with cyclosporine and growth factors was stopped.
Supervenient Freedom and the Free Will Deadlock
Authors: Elzein Nadine , Pernu Tuomas K. 
Published: May 2018

Abstract
Supervenient libertarianism maintains that indeterminism may exist at a supervening agency level, consistent with determinism at a subvening physical level. It seems as if this approach has the potential to break the longstanding deadlock in the free will debate, since it concedes to the traditional incompatibilist that agents can only do otherwise if they can do so in their actual circumstances, holding the past and the laws constant, while nonetheless arguing that this ability is compatible with physical determinism. However, we argue that supervenient libertarianism faces some serious problems, and that it fails to break us free from this deadlock within the free will debate.
Chinese university students’ ELF awareness: Impacts of language education in China
Authors: Wang Ying 
Published: May 2018

Abstract
This paper sets out to investigate Chinese university students’ ELF awareness, which is conceptualised with regards to language education. The study, based on 24 semi-structured interviews, demonstrates that Chinese university students are still framing their understanding of English with the affiliation to idealised notions of monolingual origin of native English, despite being situated in a changing world where multilingual speakers of English are becoming the majority of English users and ELF is becoming a prominent communicative phenomenon. The participants’ account reveals the role of language education as the interface between language ideology and linguistic reality in China. Based on the study, this paper suggests ways of minimising the gap in ELF awareness. While this paper appreciates Chinese philosophy of education, the focus is on promoting awareness of English in relation to its sociocultural context and considering “imagined communities” in the learning so as to come to terms with sociolinguistic reality.
The industrial city and its structural changes in local plans on the example of Ruda Śląska, Poland
Authors: Rysz Kamil , Janiszek Monika 
Published: May 2018

Abstract
In the modern world, the subject of spatial planning is being increasingly raised by residents of municipalities - mainly because of the lack of a direct influence on the process of local development and aesthetics of the surroundings. Today, the primary objective of spatial planning is not only to form a proper connection between function and space but also to balance public and private interests. Constantly developed geographic spatial information systems allow not only for easy navigation around the city, but more importantly for more advanced analyses, such as the recognition of the current trends in estate development, communication systems, changes in agricultural and forest areas. The main objective of the research is to define functional-spatial links determined by social-economic needs reflected in local plans and to verify the similarities between local plans, that were drawn up in three different periods (PRL, the transition period, and in accordance with nowadays applicable laws), how the changing economic, social goals and current needs of the city affected the continuation of the adopted solutions. The study shows that despite changes in the law and abandoning the idea of industrial city, in which the landscape is dominated by blast furnaces and mine shafts, the basic trend has been maintained and local plans prepared in subsequent years form a continuum, and despite the different scales of development are closely linked. At the same time it has been shown that modern GIS tools enable verification of the continuity of spatial policy of the municipality.