bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
The structure and properties of eucalyptus fiber/phenolic foam composites under N-β(aminoethyl)-γ-aminopropyl trimethoxy silane pretreatments
Authors: Ma Yufeng , Wang Chunpeng , Chu Fuxiang 
Published: January 2018

Abstract
Eucalyptus fibers were modified with N-β(aminoethyl)-γ-aminopropyl trimethoxy silane to research the fiber surface’s changes and the influence of the treatment on the mechanical properties, flame resistance, thermal conductivity and microstructure of eucalyptus fiber composite phenolic foams (EFCPFs). The results showed that the partial of hemicelluloses, waxes, lignin and impurities from the fiber surface were dissolved and removed. Compared with untreated EFCPFs, the mechanical properties of treated EFCPFs were increased dramatically; The size of cells was smaller and the distribution was more uniform; The thermal conductivities were basically reduced; Especially the ratio of mass loss decreased obviously. However limited oxygen indexs (LOIs) reduced. And the mechanical properties and LOIs of EFCPFs were basically decreased with the increase of eucalyptus fibers. By comprehensive analysis, the results showed that the interfacial compatibility has been significantly improved between eucalyptus fibers and phenolic resin. And the suitable dosage of eucalyptus fibers was about 5%.
Plastic pipe solidification in extrusion
Authors: Poungthong Pongthep , Kolitawong Chanyut , Saengow Chaimongkol , Giacomin Alan Jeffrey 
Published: January 2018

AbstractIn plastic pipe extrusion, hot molten extrudate emerges from an annular. This highly viscous liquid is then cooled and solidified, calledquenching, in a quench tank. In this paper, we focus on the external cooling system. We use an adiabatic inner wall and differing outer wall boundary conditions: isothermal and convection. The solid-liquid interface, at the solidification temperature, moves inward with deceleration. We adimensionalize the energy balance and solve for the interface speed in terms of the solidifcation coefficient,λ. We arrive at the exact solutions for the evolving solidified thickness. Finally, we use the residual stress model developed by Jansen [Int. Polym. Proc. 1994, 9, 82–89]. to predict the compressive residual stress at the outer pipe surface. Our new exact solution for the solidification time agrees well with the data from the plastic pipe industry. The goals of this paper are to help plastics engineers calculate the solidification time, to design the cooling chamber and to predict the residual quenching stress.
Monitoring dispersive samples with single photons: the role of frequency correlations
Authors: Roccia Emanuele , Genoni Marco G. , Mancino Luca , Gianani Ilaria , Barbieri Marco , Sbroscia Marco 
Published: January 2018

AbstractThe physics that governs quantum monitoring may involve other degrees of freedom than the ones initialised and controlled for probing. In this context we address the simultaneous estimation of phase and dephasing characterizing a dispersive medium, and we explore the role of frequency correlations within a photon pair generated via parametric down-conversion, when used as a probe for the medium. We derive the ultimate quantum limits on the estimation of the two parameters, by calculating the corresponding quantum Cramér-Rao bound; we then consider a feasible estimation scheme, based on the measurement of Stokes operators, and address its absolute performances in terms of the correlation parameters, and, more fundamentally, of the role played by correlations in the simultaneous achievability of the quantum Cramér- Rao bounds for each of the two parameters.
Real Estate for the Ageing Society – the Perspective of a New Market
Authors: Kazak Jan , van Hoof Joost , Świąder Małgorzata , Szewrański Szymon 
Published: January 2018

Abstract
Currently, one of the key challenges on a global scale is the issue of an ageing society. The UN predicts that the number of people aged 60 and over will double by 2050 and treble by 2100. In the coming years, the demand for real estate that addresses the specific needs of older people will increase both qualitatively and quantitatively. Therefore, two main questions arise: What are the architectural features of real estate required to accommodate for the needs of an ageing society? Which European Union countries seem to have the highest and lowest potential to create a segment of the real estate market focused on older people? This paper contains a research overview in the field of the built environment for older people and case studies of different policies established by public authorities from past decades. The potential for real estate for an ageing society in EU countries was determined on the basis of variables collected by the UNECE. The results also enable assumptions to be made on which factors may influence future development in this area. Due to global climate changes combined with the urbanization process and resulting deterioration of air quality, heat island effect or poor accessibility to open areas, the ageing society will have to face the problem of adapting to these new conditions. Therefore, the authors assume that this will have a significant impact on the relocation of this age group on the real estate market in the future. The conclusions of the research contribute to general discussion on new trends in the real estate market and the assessment of future investments in real estate.
Conditions and Directions of Investing on the World Real Estate Market
Authors: Siemińska Ewa , Krajewska Małgorzata 
Published: January 2018

AbstractThe main topic assumed in the article are investments in the real estate market, with particular consideration given to their scale and changes in the directions of investing in the context of a dynamically changing geopolitical and economic situation throughout the world. This is seeing as how the activity of investors reflects the need and preferences of various groups of buyers and users of built surfaces, while accounting for the risk accompanying investment decisions as well as the widely understood operating conditions.Constant observation and monitoring of these phenomena, their dynamics as well as structural changes is a remarkably important and very needed study, both as far as science and practical application are concerned, as it allows for the processes taking place to be tracked, while their informational value is more valuable the more uncertain the market and more difficult it and the behaviors of its participants are to predict.The work uses the newest available reports and analyses of the largest auditors dealing with worldwide and global real estate markets, such as: JLL, Colliers International, CBRE, Cushman&Wakefield, KPMG, World Economic Forum, or Savills and UBS Group Ag.The aim of the work is the synthetic analysis of changes and directions of investing on the real estate market on a global scale, in the context of the newest political-economic situations throughout the world.
The Reformer Johannes Honterus and Orthodoxy: “Early Ecumenism”
Authors: Klein Christoph 
Published: January 2018

Abstract
On the occasion of the commemoration of 500 years since the Reformation, this article, entitled “Reformation and Orthodoxy”, calls attention to the personality of Johannes Honterus (1497-1549), the Lutheran reformer of the Evangelical Church of the Augsburg Confession in Transylvania, and reviews his relationship to Orthodoxy, a relationship which may be referred to as “Early Ecumenism”. Johannes Honterus, one of the most important personalities of the Transylvanian Saxons, was an outstanding scholar who had studied in Vienna, Krakow, Regensburg and Basel. He became the founder of the first school and the first publishing house in Brasov (Kronstadt), and – as Senior Pastor – was the reformer of his native town and eventually all of Transylvania (1547). Honterus had close contacts to Christian-Orthodox Romanians from surrounding areas, and in his publishing house not only Latin, Greek and German textbooks were published, as well as the two most important works about the Reformation in Brasov and the whole of Transylvania, but also – about 1540 –, among others, the so called Christian-Orthodox „Edition of Nilus“, with extracts from the Greek Patristic Literature by Evaragius Ponticus, Gregory of Nazianz and Thalassus. His dialogue with Orthodox visitors to his town inspired his work for the Lutheran Reformation among the Transylvanian Saxons. From 1556 to 1583, Honterus had in his publishing house the most important Orthodox publisher of the 16th century, Deacon Coresi. This “early ecumenism” became the basis for the well-known tradition of religious tolerance in Transylvania.
Metaphorical profile of distress in English media discourse
Authors: Verbytska Anna 
Published: January 2018

AbstractThe current research is directed towards the transition of distress studies in the English speaking culture from the prototype towards the conceptual metaphor approach. It enables the enlightenment of mental images, which underlie distress language usage in modern mass communication. The analysis involves identification of conceptual distress metaphors and metonymies within the image-schematic structure. The study includes a cognitive semantic analysis of linguistic units of the distress lexicon retrieved from the GloWbE, BNC, COCA, English newspapers and media platforms. Figurative language reveals conventional beliefs about distress represented in English media discourse, such as strong associations of emotion with darkness and coldness. Metaphorical mappings contain views about the reasons for distress experience which lie in the loss of balance or inner equilibrium, loss of control, and convictions about the reaction characterizing a person as being weak and brittle. The findings of data analysis are summed up in a metaphorical profile of distress (MPD) which discloses the behavioural patterns (communicative behaviour, adequacy/inadequacy of behaviour, ability to socialize) and physical effects including health issues.
Pro-dopamine regulator, KB220Z, attenuates hoarding and shopping behavior in a female, diagnosed with SUD and ADHD
Authors: McLaughlin Thomas , Blum Kenneth , Steinberg Bruce , Modestino Edward J. , Fried Lyle , Baron David , Siwicki David , Braverman Eric R. , Badgaiyan Rajendra D. 
Published: January 2018

Background
Addictive-like behaviors (e.g., hoarding and shopping) may be the result of the cumulative effects of dopaminergic and other neurotransmitter genetic variants as well as elevated stress levels. We, therefore, propose that dopamine homeostasis may be the preferred goal in combating such challenging and unwanted behaviors, when simple dopaminergic activation through potent agonists may not provide any resolution.

Case presentation
C.J. is a 38-year-old, single, female, living with her mother. She has a history of substance use disorder as well as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, inattentive type. She had been stable on buprenorphine/naloxone combination and amphetamine, dextroamphetamine mixed salts for many years when unexpectedly she lost her job for oversleeping and not calling into work. KB200z (a pro-dopamine compound) was added to her regimen for complaints of low drive and motivation. After taking this nutraceutical for 4 weeks, she noticed a marked improvement in her mental status and many behaviors. She noted that her shopping and hoarding addictions had appreciably decreased. Furthermore, her lifelong history of terrifying lucid dreams was eliminated. Finally, she felt more in control; her locus of control shifted from external to more internal.

Discussion
The hypothesis is that C.J.’s reported, behavioral, and psychological benefits resulted from the pro-dopamine-regulating effect of KB220Z across the brain reward system.

Conclusions
This effect, we surmise, could be the result of a new dopamine balance, across C.J.’s brain reward system. Dopamine homeostasis is an effect of KB220Z seen in both animal and human placebo-controlled fMRI experiments.
Uji Adaptasi Galur Mutan Harapan Kedelai Hitam DT17 G1 dan DT19 G1-2
Authors: SP Tarmizi, , Harsanti Lilik 
Published: January 2018

Upaya peningkatan produksi kedelai hitam (Glycine max L. Merr.) di dalam negeri untuk ketersediaan bahan baku industri pangan adalah penyediaan varietas unggul kedelai produksi tinggi, berumur genjah, tahan hama dan penyakit utama. Varietas unggul kedelai hitam sebagai bahan baku kecap masih sangat sedikit, untuk itu BATAN ikut berkontribusi untuk merakit, meneliti dan mengembangkan varietas unggul kedelai hitam. Metode untuk meningkatkan variasi genetik dalam mendapatkan varietas unggul diantaranya adalah dengan teknik nuklir menggunakan sinar gamma sehingga terjadi mutasi. Varietas Cikuray telah diiradiasi sinar γ Co-60 dengan dosis 200 Gy pada tahun 2008 dan terpilih 5 galur mutan harapan kedelai hitam. Uji adaptasi sudah dilakukan di 10 lokasi melalui Konsorsium Kedelai Nasional, dengan tambahan 5 galur dari Balai Penelitian Aneka Kacang dan Umbi (BALITKABI) Malang, 5 galur dari Universitas Padjadjaran (UNPAD) dan 2 varietas kontrol (Cikuray dan Detam 1). Dari analisis keragaman menunjukkan seluruh komponen genotip menunjukan beda nyata pada taraf uji F 5%. Interaksi genotip dengan lingkungan (linier) yang nyata menunjukkan bahwa peningkatan hasil galur sejalan dengan meningkatnya produktivitas lingkungan. Berdasarkan uji F pada simpangan gabungan menunjukkan beda nyata pada taraf 5%. Galur DT 17 G1 dan DT 19 G1-2 memiliki daya stabilitas dan adaptabilitas. Genotip yang dinilai stabil sekaligus memiliki rata-rata hasil biji lebih tinggi di 10 lokasi adalah galur DT 17 G1 dan mampu berproduksi optimal pada rentang lingkungan yang relatif luas dibandingkan dengan galur lainnya, termasuk galur DT 19 G1-2 meskipun yang tidak dinilai stabil. Galur DT 19 G1-2 mencapai hasil biji tertinggi, juga memiliki nilai koefisien regresi tertinggi dan positif, artinya galur tersebut beradaptasi khusus untuk dikembangkan pada daerah yang memiliki tingkat produktivitas lahan yang subur. Produktivitas galur DT 19 G1-2 rata-rata 2,42 t/ha dengan potensi 3,17 t/ha dan galur DT 17 G1 2,32 t/ha dengan potensi 3,04 t/ha. Ukuran biji kedua galur lebih besar dari pada induknya Cikuray. Berdasarkan data dan hasil pengujian tersebut, maka galur DT17 G1 dan DT19 G1-2 dapat diajukan untuk dievaluasi dan diusulkan menjadi varietas unggul baru kedelai hitam.
Perbaikan Produksi Kapas (Gossypium hirsutum) Varietas Niab 999 dengan Teknik Mutasi Radiasi
Authors: Harsanti, S.Si Lilik , Dwimahyani Ita , Tarmizi Tarmizi 
Published: January 2018

Pemuliaan tanaman kapas perlu terus dilakukan untuk mendapatkan varietas kapas yang lebih unggul dari segi kuantitas dan kualitas. Kapas varietas NIAB 999 hasil pemuliaan yang berasal dari kultur jaringan embrio aksis kapas varietas NIAB-999 yang diradiasi dengan sinar gamma 60Co dengan dosis 20 gray. Benih kapas yang dihasilkan dari kultur jaringan Kj 1 dan Kj 2 dengan hasil yaitu percobaan dengan menggunakan rancangan Acak Kelompok dengan ulangan 4 kali luas plot yang berukuran 8 x 7 M2 dengan jarak tanam 10 x 100 cm dan menggunakan varietas Kanesia 2, Kanesia 8 dan Kanesia 9 sebagai pembanding. Pengujian jumlah buah yang terbanyak UDHP Kanesia 2 (91) dan UDHL Kanesia 2 (77). Produksi kg/ha yang tertinggi dari 6 uji multi lokasi di NTB1 Kj 2 (3740,00), Lamongan Kanesia 2 (829,20), Banyuwangi Kanesia 9 (982,4), NTB 2 Kanesia 9 (1470), Bulukumba Kanesia 9 (1565,4), Cinangka Kanesia 9 (1959,2) hasilnya tidak berbeda nyata, artinya sama antara kontrol nasional dan galur mutan. Penggunaan insektisida pada tanaman menyebabkan penurunan produksi kapas berbiji yaitu galur mutan Kj 1 dan Kj 2 sehingga galur ini lebih tinggi produktivitasnya Kj 2 (857 kg/ha) dari pada yang disemprot pembasmi hama, dari tanaman kapas tidak berbeda nyata antara galur dan varietas pembanding. Galur Kj 2 dilepas sebagai varietas baru oleh Menteri Pertanian masing masing dengan nama Karisma-1 pada tahun 2009.
Role of modified biophysical profile in the management of post term pregnancy
Authors: Singh Somya , Rai Seema , S. Prajwal , Rao P. S. 
Published: January 2018

Background: Prolonged gestation complicates 5% to 10% of all pregnancies and confers increased risk to both the fetus and mother. In the west about 18% of all singleton pregnancies persist beyond 41 weeks, 10% (range, 3% to 14%) continue beyond 42 weeks and 4% (range, 2% to 7%) continue beyond 43 completed weeks in the absence of an obstetric intervention. The risks for prolonged and post-term pregnancy include obesity, nulliparity, maternal age >30 years. Apart from these racial and ethnic differences have also been cited to be the reasons for higher risk of prolonged and post-term pregnancy. Post term pregnancies are associated with various maternal and neonatal complications.Methods: A prospective study was carried out at Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Command Hospital, Central Command, Lucknow. 100 patients were selected and divided into two groups and were followed up till the delivery. Data so collected was subjected to analysis using Statistical Package for Social Sciences version 15.0.Results: Majority of women enrolled in the study were aged above 25 years. Majority of women enrolled in the study were primigravida (67%). The Mean BMI of women enrolled in the study was 24.2±3.43 kg/m2 and the expectant and control groups were matched demographically and anthropometrically. The compromised modified biophysical profile was recorded in 33 (66%) of women in expectant group. Rate of caesarean delivery was 30% in expectant and 46% in control group. In the expectant group, AFD was the most common indication for caesarean section while control group had NPOL as the most common indication for caesarean section. In the expectant group, mean AFI showed a declining trend with increasing gestational age.Conclusions: It was concluded that expectant management using modified biophysical profile (MBPP) does not provide an additional value over prophylactically managed pregnancies. Although cesarean rate and NICU admission rates were lower in expectant group as compared to control group yet the utility of MBPP in expectant management could not be proven and needs further assessment in larger studies or pooled clinical trials.
Clinicopathological study of thyroid swellings in HSK hospital in Karnataka, India
Authors: Halbhavi Subhash N. , Ganjigatti Mahantayya , Kuntoji Shrikant B. , Karikazi Mohammedgouse A. 
Published: January 2018

Background: A thyroid enlargement whether diffuses or in the form of nodules have to be investigated to rule out neoplasm. FNAC is the first line of investigation. USG and TFT are also used. The cases which are at high risk are considered for surgery. Aims and objectives of the study was the clinical presentation of thyroid swellings, incidence of various thyroid swelling, benign versus malignant lesion and to correlate the clinical diagnosis with that of pathological diagnosis.Methods: A case series study of 60 patients attending surgical OPD IPD with symptoms of thyroid in SNMRC and HSK hospital Bagalkot between 1-1-2015 to 30-6-2016. After detailed history thorough, clinical examination was carried out all the patients underwent routine investigations TFT FNAC USG neck. Few patients underwent surgery and all the thyroid specimens were sent for HPE and the clinical diagnosis is correlated with that of pathological diagnosis.Results: Of 60 cases female to male ratio was 9:1. The age group involved is between 31-40 years (31.67%). Duration of goiter is less than one year in 60% of cases. The chief complaint was swelling in front of the neck 100%. Duration of swelling ranged from 15 days to 15 years. Toxic features were present in 18.33% of cases, but after TFT the toxic cases were only 6.67%. Most of the patient showed colloid goiter (43.33%) on FNAC. Out of 60 cases only 22 cases did undergo surgery histopathological specimen were colloid versus nodular goiter in 81.88% out of 22 cases only.Conclusions: Thyroid swellings are common in females they occur in 3rd and 4th decade most commonly. FNAC is very useful in the diagnosis. The main indications of surgery are cosmetic problems, pressure effect symptoms are suspicion of malignancy.
Ingesta de Proteína, Lípidos Séricos y Fuerza Muscular en Ancianos
Authors: Amador-Licona Norma , Moreno-Vargas Evelin Valeria , Martinez-Cordero Claudia 
Published: January 2018

ResumenIntroducción: La recomendación diaria de proteína para adultos es 0.8g/kg/día; sin embargo, varios estudios argumentan que una ingesta de 1.0-1.5g proteína/kg/día podría beneficiar la salud de los ancianos.Objetivo: evaluamos la ingesta de proteína y los niveles de lípidos séricos en ancianos con fractura de cadera determinando su correlación con la fuerza de prensión en ambas manos.Métodos: El estudio incluyó 47 pacientes adultos de 65-85 años hospitalizados por reciente fractura de cadera. Se midió peso, talla, perfil de lípidos y fuerza muscular de ambas manos, también se aplicó el MNA para evaluar el estado de nutrición.Resultados: Los ancianos, predominantemente mujeres y con una edad homogénea de 80 años en promedio, estaban malnutridos o en riesgo de malnutrición de acuerdo al MNA. Los hombres consumieron significativamente más proteína que las mujeres. La fuerza muscular asoció negativamente con los niveles de triglicéridos; 36% de los ancianos tuvieron niveles de triglicéridos superiores a 150 mg/dl.Conclusiones: Los niveles de TG asociaron inversamente con la fuerza muscular en ancianos con fractura de cadera. Estos resultados, que deberán validarse en otras poblaciones, consideran que los niveles elevados de TG son un factor de síndrome metabólico y se asocian a baja fuerza muscular en ancianos, esto es relevante debido a que la prevención de la obesidad y el síndrome metabólico es una prioridad a través de la promoción de estilos de vida más saludables y políticas de alimentación que podrían implementarse ampliamente. AbstractIntroduction: The daily protein recommendation for adults is 0.8g/kg/day; however, several studies argue that an intake of 1.0-1.5g protein/kg/day could benefit the health of the elderly.Objective: We evaluated the protein intake and serum lipid levels in elderly patients with hip fracture, determining their correlation with the grip strength in both hands.Methods: The study included 47 adult patients aged 65-85 years hospitalized for recent hip fracture. Weight, height, lipid profile and muscle strength of both hands were measured, and MNA was also used to evaluate the nutritional status.Results: The elderly, predominantly women and with a homogeneous age of 80 years on average, were malnourished or at risk of malnutrition according to the MNA. Men consumed significantly more protein than women. Muscle strength negatively associated with triglyceride levels; 36% of the elderly had triglyceride levels above 150 mg/dl.Conclusions: TG levels associated inversely with muscle strength in elderly patients with hip fracture. These results, which should be validated in other populations, consider that elevated TG levels are a factor of metabolic syndrome and are associated with low muscle strength in the elderly, this is relevant because obesity prevention and metabolic syndrome is one priority through the promotion of healthier lifestyles and nutrition policies that could be widely implemented.