bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Physical and physiological profile of Iranian world-class karate athletes
Authors: Arazi Hamid , Izadi Mani 
Published: August 2017

Summary
Study aim: The purpose of the present research was to determine the physical and physiological features of international level karate athletes. Material and methods: Eleven male karate athletes who were ranked at the top of their weight categories participated in this study. All of them were evaluated for anthropometric, body composition, somatotype and bio-motor characteristics in detail. Results: The main results (mean ± SD) were height: 181.54 ± 4.71 cm; sitting height: 97.27 ± 3.03 cm; arm span: 185.72 ± 7.28 cm; BMI: 25.02 ± 3.32 kg ∙ m-2; Rohrer’s index: 137.68 ± 16.72; skelic index: 53.58 ± 1.29; arm span (ape) index: 1.02 ± 0.02; fat mass: 7.51 ± 4.56 kg; fat-free mass: 75.26 ± 10.04 kg; body fat: 8.66 ± 3.65; endomorphy: 2.4 ± 0.85; mesomorphy: 5.2 ± 1.13; ectomorphy: 2.11 ± 0.99; VO2max: 51.58 ± 3.39 ml ∙ kg-1 ∙ min-1; anaerobic power: 45.45 ± 4.39 W ∙ kg-1; long jump: 249.7 ± 16.81 cm; upper-body strength: 100.27 ± 15.61 kg (1.21 ± 0.07 kg ∙ kg-1); lower-body strength: 155.94 ± 19.49 kg (1.89 ± 0.14 kg ∙ kg-1); whole-body strength: 156.97 ± 21.38 kg (1.9 ± 0.13 kg ∙ kg-1) and flexibility: 37.63 ± 10.73 cm. Conclusions: A tall stature and long arm span, low body fat, markedly high mesomorphic build, moderately high aerobic power, outstanding anaerobic power, excellent lower-body explosive power, great muscular strength and high flexibility seem to be advantageous features for karate contestants.
Ecological Analysis of the Dendroflora of Futoški Park in the City of Novi Sad
Authors: Kurjakov Aleksandar , Čukanović Jelena , Blagojević Milan , Mladenović Emina , Hiel Ksenija , Vukićević Snežana 
Published: August 2017

SummaryThe purpose of this paper is to analyze the floristic composition, abundance, biological spectrum and ecological effects of Futoški Park trees and shrubs on the basis of bioindicators. The field research was conducted in Futoški Park, which is one of the oldest and largest parks in the City of Novi Sad, covering an area of 81,306 m2. Upon determining the floristic composition of Futoški Park and the protection zone around the Park hotel, a total of 121 genotypes were recorded, out of which 34 species and lower taxa belong to the Gymnosperm phylum (Pinophyta) and 87 species and lower taxa belong to the Angiosperm phylum (Magnoliophyta). A total of 5,228 representatives of dendroflora were found. The biological range of trees and shrubs in the study area mostly includes deciduous nanophanerophytes (34.98%) and evergreen nanophanerophytes (33.72%), whereas the remainder includes evergreen phanerophytes (16.35%) and the least prevalent deciduous phanerophytes (14.94%). The analysis of ecological indices shows that the greatest number of species meet the environmental requirements, and are successfully acclimated to the climatic and soil conditions. On the basis of the overall vitality and ornamental features of the dendroflora analyzed, it can be argued that Futoški Park is a unique ecological and environmental entity in the urban structure of the city.
Foraminifera from the Norian–Rhaetian reef carbonates of the Taurus Mountains (Saklıkent, Turkey)
Authors: Senowbari-Daryan Baba , Link Michael 
Published: August 2017

AbstractNorian–Rhaetian reef carbonates are exposed in several localities in Taurus Mountains. They predominately contain hypercalcified sponges, followed by scleractinian corals and other less numerous organisms. A coherent Norian–Rhaetian reef structure is exposed near the small town of Saklıkent, west of Antalya. Foraminifers occur in reef carbonates of Saklıkent by numerous genera as shown in this paper. Two species —Siculocosta tauricaandSiculocosta sadati— are described as new. The foraminiferal association of Saklıkent is similar or almost identical to the associations known from the Norian–Rhaetian reefs of Sicily, Northern Calcareous Alps, and Greece but shows less similarity to the foraminiferal association from the Apennines, Italy. The most abundant foraminifers are milioliporoids, particularly galeanellids and cucurbitids. Some sessile and agglutinated foraminifers, includingAlpinophragmium perforatumFlügel, which mostly occurs abundantly in the Norian–Rhaetian reef carbonates, could not be found in the Saklıkent reef. This association of foraminifera is reported for the first time from a Norian–Rhaetian reef in the Taurus Mountains of Turkey.
Intensification of β-glucosidase enzyme production from Aspergillus niger using extractive fermentation with an aqueous two-phase system
Authors: Dhage Avinash B. , Rathod Virendra K. 
Published: August 2017

AbstractAn extractive fermentation approach in an aqueous two-phase system (ATPS) with wheat bran as a main substrate was used in this study to intensify the production of β-glucosidase enzyme (EC 3.2.1.21) from
Effect of Prestrain on Precipitation Behaviors of Ti-2.5Cu Alloy
Authors: Lincai Zhang , Xiaoming Ding , Wei Ye , Man Zhang , Zhenya Song 
Published: August 2017

AbstractAs a special hardenable α titanium alloy, Ti-2.5 Cu alloy was a candidate material for high temperature components requiring high strength and plasticity. The effect of prestrain on the precipitation behaviors was investigated in the present study. Tensile tests show that elongation up to 22 % can be obtained after solid solution (SS) treatment. Thereafter, prestrain in tension with 5 %, 10 %, 15 % and 20 % was carried out for the SS samples and then duplex aging was applied. Transmitting electron microscopy (TEM) investigations show that larger Ti2Cu particles were observed in the prestrained condition than free aging one, as prestrain significantly speeds up the precipitation kinetics. The strength firstly increases and then decreases for the prestrained samples after duplex aging, where the competition between precipitation hardening and recovery softening should be responsible. With the consideration of SS, precipitation and recovery, a strength model for duplex aging combined with prestrain was established, which is in well agreement with experiments. Present study may provide a promising way to obtain the strength of deformed hcp materials in industry application.
Review of Research on the Prevention of HPV Infection and Cervical Cancer
Authors: Wang Tao 
Published: August 2017

AbstractWorldwide, cervical cancer remains as one of the most common malignancies that threaten women's health. An epidemiological survey has shown that high-risk chronic HPV infection is the leading cause of cervical cancer. Thus, the prevention of HPV infection is the main approach to the prevention and treatment of cervical cancer. Sexual behavior, individual immunity, and age are important cofactors in the promotion of HPV infection. Preventive measures that have been gradually implemented worldwide have significantly decreased the incidence of cervical cancer in recent years. These measures include preventive vaccination against common high-risk HPV and cervical cancer screening, which includes HPV testing. HPV testing in cervical cancer screening has received increased attention and provides the basis for the prevention and treatment of cervical cancer. Given that HPV infection rates significantly vary from region to region, procedures for cervical cancer screening should be improved based on regional differences.
Review of Research on the Relationship between Malassezia Infection and Psoriasis
Authors: Liu Yuan 
Published: August 2017

AbstractPsoriasis is a common clinical disease, and its pathogenesis is closely related to infecting microorganisms. Studies in recent years indicated thatMalasseziaplays an important role in occurrence and development of psoriasis. This study provides an overview on the role ofMalasseziain development of psoriasis based on three aspects, namely, clinical observation, antifungal therapy, and immunology research.
Advances in antibiotic therapy for infection after the surgical installation of implants to treat internal fractures
Authors: Sun Yue , Liu Ying , Zhu Hongming 
Published: August 2017

AbstractTo summarize the advances in antibiotic therapy for infection after the surgical installation of implants to treat internal fractures. Recent studies on antibiotic therapy for infection after the surgical installation of implants to internal fractures were reviewed and analyzed. In general, systematic antibiotics are selected based on the results of bacterial culture. The duration of antibiotic treatment lasts for no more than 4 to 6 weeks. Orally administered and intravenously injected antibiotics have similar efficacies. Orally administered antibiotics exhibit a lower incidence of complications and are less costly than intravenously injected antibiotics. In addition, the efficacy of daptomycin in the treatment of bone infection is problematic. Rifampicin or fluoroquinolone antibiotics should be jointly administered when infection with bacterial biofilms is likely to occur. Calcium sulfate is a typical topically applied antibiotic delivery vehicle that can be completely degraded, with good biocompatibility, bone conduction, and drug release. The rational, systematic, and combined topical application of antibiotics can effectively decrease the recurrence rates of infection after the surgical installation of implants to treat internal fractures and can improve the quality of life of patients.
Advances in the Study on the Relationship between Regulatory T cells and Human Papilloma Viral Infection
Authors: Wang Yuting 
Published: August 2017

AbstractRegulatory T cells (Treg cells) are a group of negative regulatory cells that include non-specific immune regulation CD4+T cells. Treg cells inhibit the function of other immune cells. CD4+CD25+FOXP3+is a Treg cell that is co-expressed by CD25and FOXP3. The expression of Treg cells is up-regulated in the focal microenvironment and peripheral blood of patients infected with human papilloma virus (HPV). Further studies on Treg cells indicate that their potential clinical applications in the treatment of HPV infection.
Stable and Optimal Controller Design for Takagi-Sugeno Fuzzy Model Based Control Systems via Linear Matrix Inequalities
Authors: Namazov M. , Alili A. 
Published: August 2017

AbstractThis paper deals with a systematic design procedure that guarantees the stability and optimal performance of the nonlinear systems described by Takagi-Sugeno fuzzy models. Takagi-Sugeno fuzzy model allows us to represent a nonlinear system by linear models in different state space regions. The overall fuzzy model is obtained by fuzzy blending of these linear models. Then based on this model, linear controllers are designed for each linear model using parallel distributed compensation. Stability and optimal performance conditions for Takagi-Sugeno fuzzy control systems can be represented by a set of linear matrix inequalities which can be solved using software packages such as MATLAB’s LMI Toolbox. This design procedure is illustrated for a nonlinear system which is described by a two-rule Takagi-Sugeno fuzzy model. The fuzzy model was built in MATLAB Simulink and a code was written in LMI Toolbox to determine the controller gains subject to the proposed design approach.
Transfer Prices Implication Upon Tax System. The Romanian Experience
Authors: Dumiter Florin , Boiță Marius 
Published: August 2017

Abstract
Transfer prices are a top field in financial and legal scientific research and practical activity. Although this research field is still in the beginning, due to its complexity, as well as it’s inter-, multi- and transdisciplinarity, it can be noted that empirical studies, as well as practical researches in economic and legal matters, have intensified. Moreover, this field of transfer prices is in close connection with the area of international double taxation, which shows its international character. In this article we sought a holistic approach to the transfer price phenomenon, dealing with economic and legal technical aspects that we believed are important to emphasise. Without addressing the issue of transfer prices in an exhaustive manner, in this article we presented both the legal and the economic framework of transfer prices in Romania. The added value of this article lies in the approach to transfer prices, both legally and economically.
Connections between Ethical Values, the Meaning of Human Life, and Human Communities, according to Vasile Goldiș
Authors: Iovan Marţian 
Published: August 2017

Abstract
The author presents the views held by Vasile Goldiș – Transylvanian scholar, politician, and one of the masterminds of the Great Union of 1 December 1918 – regarding the role of universal human values in guiding individuals and human communities. Together with other Christian values, ethics guides individuals, communities, political and administrative elites, churches, and academia. This results in greater justice, community solidarity and cohesion, and a greater ability for society to shape and promote its internal moral order. Considering the diversity of moral profiles found among various nations, ethnicities and political elites, Goldiș highlights their common grounds – which facilitates a new moral order in inter-human, inter-community and international relations. The ethical testament promoted by Goldiș in his writings and throughout his life is still relevant today, and it also holds true for the next generations.
Preparation and characterization of (Co0:3Zn0:7)(Ti1–xSnx)Nb2O8microwave dielectric ceramics
Authors: Tang Bin , Zhang Xing , Fang Zixuan , Liu Qinglin , Zhang Shuren 
Published: August 2017

AbstractZn0.7Co0.3(Ti1-xSnx)Nb2O8(x = 0.1, 0.15, 0.2, 0.25, 0.3, 0.35) microwave ceramics were prepared by traditional solidstate reaction method. The influences of Sn substituted for Ti on the phase constitution, crystal structure and microwave dielectric properties of Zn0.7Co0.3(Ti1-xSnx)Nb2O8ceramics were discussed. The XRD patterns revealed the main phase of ZnTiNb2O8and little content of Zn0.17Ti0.5Nb0.33O2secondary phase. With further substitution of Sn, the lattice constant, volume and apparent density of the ceramics increased, the ceramic structure reached a maximal compactness at x = 0.2 which was shown on SEM. Tremendous improvement of Q × f and a declining trend of Ɛrand τfwere obtained with increasing x value. Appropriate substitution value (x = 0.10) would ensure excellent microwave dielectric properties (Ɛr= 34.1, Q × f = 40562 GHz, τf=-5 ppm/°C) of the ceramics sintered at 1080 °C.
Phase evolution and microwave dielectric properties of A5M5O17-type ceramics
Authors: Ali Murad , Iqbal Yaseen , Muhammad Raz 
Published: August 2017

AbstractA number of A5M5O17(A = Na, Ca, Sr, La, Nd, Sm, Gd, Dy, Yb; B = Ti, Nb, Ta) type compounds were prepared by a solid-state sintering route and characterized in terms of structure, microstructure and microwave dielectric properties. The compatibility of rare earths with mixed niobate/tantalate and titanate phases was investigated. The larger ionic radii mismatch resulted in the formation of pyrochlore and/or mixed phases while in other cases, pure A5M5O17phase was formed. The samples exhibited relative permittivity in the range of 35 to 82, quality factor (Q × fo) = 897 GHz to 11946 GHz and temperature coefficient of resonance frequency (τf) = -120 ppm/°C to 318 ppm/°C.
Modelling the power losses in the ferromagnetic materials
Authors: Detka Kalina , Górecki Krzysztof 
Published: August 2017

Abstract
In this paper, the problem of describing power losses in ferromagnetic materials is considered. The limitations of Steinmetz formula are shown and a new analytical description of losses in a considered material is proposed. The correctness of the developed description is demonstrated experimentally by comparing the results of calculation with the catalogue characteristics for different ferromagnetic materials.
Biomimetic microstructures for photonic and fluidic synergies
Authors: Vasileiou Maria , Mpatzaka Theodora , Alexandropoulos Dimitris , Vainos Nikolaos A. 
Published: August 2017

AbstractNature-inspired micro- and nano-structures offer a unique platform for the development of novel synergetic systems combining photonic and microfluidic functionalities. In this context, we examine the paradigm of butterfly Vanessa cardui and develop artificial diffractive microstructures inspired by its natural designs. Softlithographic and nanoimprint protocols are developed to replicate surfaces of natural specimens. Further to their optical behavior, interphases tailored by such microstructures exhibit enhanced hydrophobic properties, as compared to their planar counterparts made of the same materials. Such synergies exploited by new design approaches pave the way to prospective optofluidic, lab-on-chip and sensing applications.
Assessing Hungary’s Stance on Migration and Asylum in Light of the European and Hungarian Migration Strategies
Authors: Juhász Krisztina 
Published: August 2017

Abstract
The European Union and its member states are facing one of their biggest challenges in recent years due to the surge in migration. This crisis saw more than a million migrants and refugees cross into Europe in 2015. Solutions and policies have been advanced at both the European and national levels, keeping in mind that migration policy is an area of shared competence under Article 4 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union (TFEU). On 13 May 2015, the EU adopted the European Agenda on Migration, which set out immediate and medium-term actions designed to tackle the crisis more effectively. Earlier, in October 2013, the Hungarian government adopted its own migration strategy. The first part of this study provides some insight into the aims and measures contained in the European and Hungarian migration strategies. In the second part, I focus on the steps taken by the Hungarian government regarding asylum policy and crisis management. I conclude that the actions and communications of the Hungarian government are contrary to both these strategic documents.
Simulating gas-water relative permeabilities for nanoscale porous media with interfacial effects
Authors: Wang Jiulong , Song Hongqing , Li Tianxin , Wang Yuhe , Gao Xuhua 
Published: August 2017

AbstractThis paper presents a theoretical method to simulate gas-water relative permeability for nanoscale porous media utilizing fractal theory. The comparison between the calculation results and experimental data was performed to validate the present model. The result shows that the gas-water relative permeability would be underestimated significantly without interfacial effects. The thinner the liquid film thickness, the greater the liquid-phase relative permeability. In addition, both liquid surface diffusion and gas diffusion coefficient can promote gas-liquid two-phase flow. Increase of liquid surface diffusion prefer to increase liquid-phase permeability obviously as similar as increase of gas diffusion coefficient to increase gas-phase permeability. Moreover, the pore structure will become complicated with the increase of fractal dimension, which would reduce the gas-water relative permeability. This study has provided new insights for development of gas reservoirs with nanoscale pores such as shale.
Micro-Chemical and Spectroscopic Study of Component Materials in 18th and 19th Century Sacred Books
Authors: Kostadinovska Maja , Grupče Orhideja , Jakovleska Spirovska Zorica , Minčeva-Šukarova Biljana 
Published: August 2017

AbstractThe Cyrillic books Menology for May (1705), The Bible (1822) and Mirror (1816) were consigned for conservation to the Conservation Laboratory at the National Library in Skopje. The first two books were printed in Moscow, while the third book was issued in Vienna, although it originates from the territory of the former Ottoman Empire, present-day Republic of Macedonia. In order to design a conservation protocol, papers and inks used in the books were characterized and their condition was assessed. Micro-chemical tests were used in order to identify the type of paper fibres and materials added to the paper pulp. FTIR was applied to confirm the findings for the sizing and fillers found in the paper support. Inorganic pigments were analysed by micro-Raman spectroscopy. The original paper in the Russian books was made of rags with less than 5 % lignin content present, whereas the paper in Mirror was made of raw and unbleached hardwood. Distinct types of sizing have been identified: gelatine/alum in Menology for May and Mirror and gelatine/rosin in The Bible. The pigments identified are lamp black, vermilion, Prussian blue and calcite. The study elucidates which internal and external factors could cause further decay of the books and will help in making informed decisions concerning the further preservation of the objects.
Metaheuristic and Machine Learning Models for TFE-731-2, PW4056, and JT8D-9 Cruise Thrust
Authors: Baklacioglu Tolga 
Published: August 2017

AbstractThe requirement for an accurate engine thrust model has a major antecedence in airline fuel saving programs, assessment of environmental effects of fuel consumption, emissions reduction studies, and air traffic management applications. In this study, utilizing engine manufacturers’ real data, a metaheuristic model based on genetic algorithms (GAs) and a machine learning model based on neural networks (NNs) trained with Levenberg-Marquardt (LM), delta-bar-delta (DBD), and conjugate gradient (CG) algorithms were accomplished to incorporate the effect of both flight altitude and Mach number in the estimation of thrust. For the GA model, the analysis of population size impact on the model’s accuracy and effect of number of data on model coefficients were also performed. For the NN model, design of optimum topology was searched for one- and two-hidden-layer networks. Predicted thrust values presented a close agreement with real thrust data for both models, among which LM trained NNs gave the best accuracies.
The cardiac microenvironment uses non‐canonical WNT signaling to activate monocytes after myocardial infarction
Authors: Meyer Ingmar Sören , Jungmann Andreas , Dieterich Christoph , Zhang Min , Lasitschka Felix , Werkmeister Susann , Haas Jan , Müller Oliver J , Boutros Michael , Nahrendorf Matthias , Katus Hugo A , Hardt Stefan E , Leuschner Florian 
Published: August 2017

AbstractA disturbed inflammatory response following myocardial infarction (MI) is associated with poor prognosis and increased tissue damage. Monocytes are key players in healing after MI, but little is known about the role of the cardiac niche in monocyte activation. This study investigated microenvironment‐dependent changes in inflammatory monocytes after MI. RNA sequencing analysis of murine Ly6Chigh monocytes on day 3 after MI revealed differential regulation depending on location. Notably, the local environment strongly impacted components of the WNT signaling cascade. Analysis of WNT modulators revealed a strong upregulation of WNT Inhibitory Factor 1 (WIF1) in cardiomyocytes—but not fibroblasts or endothelial cells—upon hypoxia. Compared to wild‐type (WT) littermates, WIF1 knockout mice showed severe adverse remodeling marked by increased scar size and reduced ejection fraction 4 weeks after MI. While FACS analysis on day 1 after MI revealed no differences in neutrophil numbers, the hearts of WIF1 knockouts contained significantly more inflammatory monocytes than hearts from WT animals. Next, we induced AAV‐mediated cardiomyocyte‐specific WIF1 overexpression, which attenuated the monocyte response and improved cardiac function after MI, as compared to control‐AAV‐treated animals. Finally, WIF1 overexpression in isolated cardiomyocytes limited the activation of non‐canonical WNT signaling and led to reduced IL‐1β and IL‐6 expression in monocytes/macrophages. Taken together, we investigated the cardiac microenvironment's interaction with recruited monocytes after MI and identified a novel mechanism of monocyte activation. The local initiation of non‐canonical WNT signaling shifts the accumulating myeloid cells toward a pro‐inflammatory state and impacts healing after myocardial infarction.