bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
MOLECULAR IDENTIFICATION OF SARCOPTES SCABIEI VAR. CUNICULI FROM SURABAYA AND MALANG REGIONS OF EAST JAVA
Authors: Desiandura Kurnia , Lastuti Nunuk Dyah Retno , Suwanti Lucia Tri , Handijatno Didik 
Published: December 2017

Scabies is a zoonotic skin disease caused by Sarcoptes scabiei mites. As an emerging/re-emerging parasitic disease, scabies represents a significant global threat to both human and animal health. Numerous cases of scabies in Indonesia have been reported, which support research on the prevalence of S. scabiei. However, most such studies have involved conventional morphological studies, with limited molecular diagnostic studies. The purpose of the present study was the genetic characterization of S. scabiei var. cuniculi in domestic rabbits to generate baseline genotypic data. S. scabiei var. cuniculi was isolated and identified from scabies-infected rabbits from the Surabaya and Malang regions of East Java. Molecular identification was performed using Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) using specific primers targeting the COX1 gene. We performed COX1 PCR using rabbit isolates of S. scabiei from Indonesia. To the best of our knowledge, no such study had been reported previously. This study was performed in the Laboratory of Veterinary Parasitology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and the Tropical Disease Diagnostic Center Laboratory, Universitas Airlangga. The results with agarose gel electrophoresis revealed a 289 bp PCR product amplified from the DNA of S. scabiei isolates from both Surabaya and Malang in accordance with the expected COX1 amplicon size, that indicated a single band 289 bp in length, demonstrating specific detection of S. scabiei var. cuniculi from Surabaya and Malang using COX1 primers. The results were consistent with the calculated amplicon size based on primer positions within the COX1 locus, with the forward primer spanning nucleotides 61–94, and the reverse primer spanning nucleotides 331–350 ( 350 − 61 = 289 bp). PCR genotyping of the isolates yielded an identical nucleotide length of 289 bp. Further studies are required to sequence the amplified fragments for homology assessment.
DO “DESCONTRUIR” PARA CONSTRUIR: TRANSFORMAÇÕES SOCIOAMBIENTAIS NO ENTORNO DA UHE DE BALBINA – PRESIDENTE FIGUEIREDO (AM) – BRASIL./ “Desconstruct to construct”: socio-environmental transformation in surrounding Balbina Hydroeletric – Presidente Figueired
Authors: Félix Rodrigo de Oliveira , Albuquerque Adorea Rebello Cunha 
Published: December 2017

A busca por desenvolvimento econômico e energético levou o governo federal brasileiro, em pleno período de ditadura militar, a avançar para o norte do país, onde se constatou um relevante potencial hidroelétrico presente na região. A UHE de Balbina-AM representa uma das várias intervenções políticas organizadas e implementadas como promessas de progresso para a Amazônia. Tal construção foi concebida sob diversas problemáticas, muitas das quais questionáveis até os dias de hoje, isso porque ocorreram modificações sociais, ambientais e econômicas no entorno do reservatório construído. Nesta pesquisa realizou-se um estudo onde foi possível demonstrar e analisar as transformações ocorridas no entorno do Reservatório da Usina Hidrelétrica de Balbina, tendo por finalidade entender como se organiza o atual espaço geográfico. Para a pesquisa foi utilizado o método geossistêmico usando como metodologia: as coletas de campo, imagens de satélite para elaboração de mapas, pesquisa bibliográfica e documental, além de visitas aos institutos que colaboraram com informações complementares. Através da pesquisa foi possível identificar as modificações na paisagem e o processo de desterritorialização dos Waimiri- atroaris ocasionados pela implementação do projeto da UHE de Balbina, além é claro no que diz respeito às novas formas de uso e ocupação do solo. Os resultados também demonstram que mesmo com os grandes impactos ocorridos pela construção e implantação da usina, a água do reservatório contribuiu para a formação de novas territorialidades ocasionando as transformações socioespaciais em seu entorno.

Palavras-Chave: Hidrelétrica de Balbina, Impactos; Transformações.
Augmentation of Well Productivity Using Slant and Horizontal Wells
Authors: Joshi S. D. 
Published: December 2017

ABSTRACT
This paper presents an equation to calculate the productivity of horizontal wells and a derivation of that equation using potential fluid flow theory. This equation may also be used to account for reservoir anisotropy and well eccentricity (i.e., horizontal well location other than mid-height of a reservoir). The theoretical predictions were used to calculate the effective well bore radius and the effective skin factors of horizontal wells. Laboratory experiments using an electrical analog were also conducted. The present laboratory experimental data and also the laboratory data available in the literature show good agreement with the theoretical equation, indicating its accuracy.
The paper also compares vertical, slant, and horizontal well productivity indices, assuming an equal drainage area. In addition, the comparison also assumes an equal reservoir contact area for slant and horizontal wells. The results show that in a 100 ft (30.48 m) thick reservoir, horizontal well productivities are 2 to 5 times greater than unstimulated vertical or slant well productivities, depending upon reservoir anisotropy. Conversely, in a 400 ft (122 m) thick reservoir, slant wells perform better than horizontal wells if vertical permeability is less than the horizontal permeability.
Horizontal wells perform significantly better than vertical wells in reservoirs with gas cap and/or bottom water. This study reports an equation to compare horizontal and vertical well gas coning tendencies.
The results indicate that horizontal wells are suitable for reservoirs which are thin, show high vertical permeability or exhibit gas and water coning problems. The equations reported in this paper should be useful in an initial evaluation of a horizontal well drilling proposal.
Efficiency Improvement of a Rotary Gas Separator by Parametric Study and Gas/Liquid-Flow Analysis
Authors: Derakhshan Shahram , Riahi Fazel , Bashiri Mohamad 
Published: December 2017

Summary
In this study, a gas/liquid flow has been numerically investigated in a rotary gas separator (RGS) to improve the performance of the RGS. One-phase flow and then two-phase flow were analyzed in an inducer, which is the main component of the RGS. A parametric study showed that reduced blade thickness and a higher number of blades increased the inducer's head. However, an inducer with two blades generated greater head. Higher inlet-flow temperature (by inlet preheating) improved operation conditions, especially in lower flows. In addition, smaller bubble sizes led to a lower head. Alternately, the changes are not significant, and results are close and similar in smaller sizes. In the next step, the performance of the designed RGS was analyzed by computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and validated with available experimental data. Then, the effect of the quantity of the gas-output ports on the RGS's efficiency was studied. As a result, the system with four ports was suggested as optimal. Moreover, results showed that increasing the length of the separator zone leads to increasing the efficiency until reaching an optimal length equal to the length of the inducer zone. Finally, the effect of the blade number was studied for various rated points.
Evolution of Host Target Cell Specificity During HIV-1 Infection
Authors: Council Olivia D. , Joseph Sarah B. 
Published: December 2017

Background: Many details of HIV-1 molecular virology have been translated into lifesaving antiviral drugs. Yet, we have an incomplete understanding of the cells in which HIV-1 replicates in untreated individuals and persists in during antiretroviral therapy.Methods: In this review we discuss how viral entry phenotypes have been characterized and the insights they have revealed about the target cells supporting HIV-1 replication. In addition, we will examine whether some HIV-1 variants have the ability to enter cells lacking CD4 (such as astrocytes) and the role that trans-infection plays in HIV-1 replication.Results: HIV-1 entry into a target cell is determined by whether the viral receptor (CD4) and the coreceptor (CCR5 or CXCR4) are expressed on that cell. Sustained HIV-1 replication in a cell type can produce viral lineages that are tuned to the CD4 density and coreceptor expressed on those cells; a fact that allows us to use Env protein entry phenotypes to infer information about the cells in which a viral lineage has been replicating and adapting.Conclusion: We now recognize that HIV-1 variants can be divided into three classes representing the primary target cells of HIV-1; R5 T cell-tropic variants that are adapted to entering memory CD4+ T cells, X4 T cell-tropic variants that are adapted to entering naïve CD4+ T cells and Mtropic variants that are adapted to entering macrophages and possibly other cells that express low levels of CD4. While much progress has been made, the relative contribution that infection of different cell subsets makes to viral pathogenesis and persistence is still being unraveled.
Evaluation of the Coping Through Football Project: Physical Activity and Psychosocial Outcomes
Authors: Friedrich Bettina , Mason Oliver John 
Published: December 2017

Background:
Football is increasingly used as an adjunct intervention for people with mental problems, intended to improve their mental, physical and social health.

Objective:
The aim of this study is to evaluate psychosocial outcomes and physical activity in participants of “Coping Through Football” (CTF), a London-based football intervention for people who receive secondary mental health care.

Methods:
In a one group pre-post study design, participants completed self-report measures on physical activity and mental well-being at baseline (i.e. when joining the intervention), and at 6 months and 12 months thereafter. Perceived quality of life was measured using the WHOQOL-BREF which assess domains such as physical health, psychological well-being, social relationships and environment. The Rosenberg Self-esteem scale was used to measure self-esteem in the participants. Self-reported physical activity (vigorous activity, moderate activity, walking and sitting) was assessed using the short form of the International Physical Activity questionnaire (IPAQ).

Results:
For the 6 months follow up, data was available for 72 participants; at 12 month follow up data was available for 32 participants. Levels of vigorous activity doubled between baseline (102.98 min/week) and the short term follow up (196.85 min/week) as well as between baseline (117.26 min/week) and the one year follow up (248.23 min/week). For moderate activity, we find similar results with an improvement from 78.13 min/week at baseline to 149 min/week at the short term follow up and an increase from 87.74 min/week at baseline to 209.61 min/week. Increases on psychosocial measures were more modest, reaching significance at only the 6 month time point. There were no statistically significant changes with regard to the time spent sitting or walking at either the 6 or the 12 month follow up.

Conclusion:
While the impact on psychosocial measures was only moderate, the increase in physical activity in participants encourages the use of adjunct football interventions for people with mental health problems as a means to increase physical activity levels.
Characterizations of Polysulfone/Ferrihydrite Mixed Matrix Membranes for Water/Wastewater Treatment
Authors: Abdullah Norfadhilatuladha , Yusof Norhaniza , Gohari Rasool J. , Ismail Ahmad F. , Jaafar Juhana , Lau Woei J. , Misdan Nurasyikin , Hairom Nur H. H. 
Published: December 2017

ABSTRACT: This study aimed to investigate the effects of ferrihydrite (Fh) nanoparticle loading on the physicochemical properties of polysulfone (PSf) membranes fabricated via the phase inversion method. The morphologies and physicochemical properties of prepared Fh and PSf/Fh mixed matrix membranes (MMMs) were characterized using transmission electron microscopy (TEM), X‐ray diffraction analysis (XRD), Fourier transmission infra‐red (FTIR), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), atomic force microscopy (AFM), pure water flux analysis, contact angle measurement, and membrane porosity analysis. FTIR study indicated that a new O‐H band was formed when Fh was added into the membrane matrix. SEM analysis showed the formation of typical asymmetric membrane structures with elongated fingerlike and looser porous layers. Increasing the loading of Fh significantly enhanced membrane pure water flux from 230.2 L/m2•h (M‐Fh 0%) to 726.6 L/m2•h (M‐Fh 15.3%), attributed to the improved membranes structures, membranes wettability, surface roughness, and overall porosity. The findings suggest incorporation of Fh into PSf membranes improves physicochemical properties of the membranes which are applicable for water/wastewater treatment.
Metal Speciation in the Rivers Around Potchefstroom Based on Seasonality
Authors: Manyatshe Alusani , Fosso‐Kankeu Elvis , van der Berg Divan , Lemmer Nico , Waanders Frans , Tutu Hlanganani 
Published: December 2017

ABSTRACT: About 44 surface water samples were collected in the wet and dry seasons around mining areas near the city of Potchefstroom in South Africa, and physicochemical parameters were analyzed to assess the speciation of pollutants and impact on dispersion potential. It was found that concentrations of the trace elements measured decreased significantly during the dry season. High concentrations of trace elements during the wet season were correlated to high effluents from anthropogenic sources which were flowing into the surface water. Aqueous metal speciation in both seasons was conducted using the PHREEQC geochemical modelling code. The seasonal variation of species observed was due to changes in the physicochemical quality of water between the two seasons. Collected data indicated that high percentages of Ca and Mg were present as free hydrate species, whereas the Fe, Cd, As, and U were mostly present as carbonate or hydroxide species.
A Novel Approach for Fully Automated, Personalized Health Coaching for Adults with Prediabetes: Pilot Clinical Trial (Preprint)
Authors: Everett Estelle , Kane Brian , Yoo Ashley , Dobs Adrian , Mathioudakis Nestoras 
Published: December 2017

BACKGROUND

Prediabetes is a high-risk state for the future development of type 2 diabetes, which may be prevented through physical activity (PA), adherence to a healthy diet, and weight loss. Mobile health (mHealth) technology is a practical and cost-effective method of delivering diabetes prevention programs in a real-world setting. Sweetch (Sweetch Health, Ltd) is a fully automated, personalized mHealth platform designed to promote adherence to PA and weight reduction in people with prediabetes.

OBJECTIVE

The objective of this pilot study was to calibrate the Sweetch app and determine the feasibility, acceptability, safety, and effectiveness of the Sweetch app in combination with a digital body weight scale (DBWS) in adults with prediabetes.

METHODS

This was a 3-month prospective, single-arm, observational study of adults with a diagnosis of prediabetes and body mass index (BMI) between 24 kg/m2 and 40 kg/m2. Feasibility was assessed by study retention. Acceptability of the mobile platform and DBWS were evaluated using validated questionnaires. Effectiveness measures included change in PA, weight, BMI, glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c), and fasting blood glucose from baseline to 3-month visit. The significance of changes in outcome measures was evaluated using paired t test or Wilcoxon matched pairs test.

RESULTS

The study retention rate was 47 out of 55 (86%) participants. There was a high degree of acceptability of the Sweetch app, with a median (interquartile range [IQR]) score of 78% (73%-80%) out of 100% on the validated System Usability Scale. Satisfaction regarding the DBWS was also high, with median (IQR) score of 93% (83%-100%). PA increased by 2.8 metabolic equivalent of task (MET)–hours per week (SD 6.8; P=.02), with mean weight loss of 1.6 kg (SD 2.5; P<.001) from baseline. The median change in A1c was −0.1% (IQR −0.2% to 0.1%; P=.04), with no significant change in fasting blood glucose (−1 mg/dL; P=.59). There were no adverse events reported.

CONCLUSIONS

The Sweetch mobile intervention program is a safe and effective method of increasing PA and reducing weight and HbA1c in adults with prediabetes. If sustained over a longer period, this intervention would be expected to reduce diabetes risk in this population.

CLINICALTRIAL

ClincialTrials.gov NCT02896010; https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT02896010 (Archived by WebCite at http://www.webcitation.org/6xJYxrgse)
Justiciability, Access to Justice and the Development of Constitutional Law in Canada
Authors: Kennedy Gerard J , Sossin Lorne 
Published: December 2017

AbstractConcentrating on Canadian experience, specifically litigation under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms (the ‘Charter’), this article seeks to reconcile the access to justice benefits of summary procedures with the government litigant's duty to act in the public interest (or as a ‘model litigant’) and uphold the rule of law. Though acknowledging the benefits that can result from the use of summary procedures to end litigation, the authors observe that compliance with strict requirements in procedural law are frequently dispensed with in the Charter context. In fact, summary procedures can have a devastating effect on the development of Charter rights. The authors ultimately posit that the government should have a duty of restraint in using summary procedures to end public law litigation, and courts should be reluctant to permit the government to preclude such litigation aimed at advancing the evolution of the Charter from reaching hearings on the merits.
The Unfolding Purpose of Fairness
Authors: Groves Matthew 
Published: December 2017

AbstractThe duty to observe the requirements of procedural fairness is well settled in Australian administrative law. So too is the variable content of that duty and the possibility that it may be limited or excluded by legislation expressed in suitably clear terms. One key aspect of fairness that is not yet clear is its purpose. Why do courts require those who exercise public or official power to act fairly? The question cannot be fully answered by reliance on legislative intent or reference to the common law because recourse to one or both of these possible sources of the duty to act fairly does not necessarily answer why that duty is drawn from the common law or implied as part of statutory interpretation. This article examines recent steps by courts and commentators that suggest an exploration of the purpose of fairness may be beginning to occur.
DOES THE SOCIAL NETWORK RELATE WITH THE ENTREPRENEURSHIP? AN EMPIRICAL CONTENT ANALYSIS
Authors: Nugroho Arissetyanto , Sihite Janfry 
Published: December 2017

The aim of the content analysis is to construct social network terminology in entrepreneurship journal. There are 97 journal abstracts that analyzed from six keyword search query in Proquest, the queries are “Entrepreneur & Behavior”, “Entrepreneurship & Creativity & Innovation”, “Entrepreneurship & Social Network”, “Entrepreneurship & Culture”, “Entrepreneurship & Marketing” and “Global Entrepreneurship Monitor”. All the abstracts analyzed with Provalis Research QDA Miner, a Qualitative Quantitative Data Analysis software. QDA miner identified relevant keyword, relate keywords with jaggard coefficient of cooccurrence and the proximity plot. All the relevant keywords being analyzed with Multidimensional Scaling (MDS) and construct the relevant keywords regards to social network. Finally, there are two main findings, the first finding distinquishes the three level of analysis framework which are the individual level, the firm level and the macro level as representation of the continuous process to accumulate resources. The second finding construct social network as national culture, furthermore the construct of social network closely related with social capital and human capital. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk membangun konstruksi terminologi jejaring sosial berdasarkan jurnal kewirausahaan. Abstrak jurnal yang akan dianalisa diperoleh dengan kata kunci pencarian “Entrepreneur & Behavior”, “Entrepreneurship & Creativity & Innovation”, “Entrepreneurship & Social Network”, “Entrepreneurship & Culture”, “Entrepreneurship & Marketing” dan “Global Entrepreneurship Monitor”, total diperoleh 97 abstrak jurnal yang kemudian dianalisa dengan software analisa kualitatif kuantitatif Provalis Research. Kata kunci yang relevan diidentifikasi, selanjutnya coocurence dan proximity plot kata kunci dianalisa dengan koefisien jaccard. Didalam tahapan akhir semua kata kunci selanjutnya dianalisa dengan Multidimensional Scaling (MDS). MDS membangun konstruksi kata kunci yang berhubungan dengan jejaring sosial. 2 temuan utama didalam penelitian ini adalah: pertama, penelitian ini mendukung kerangka kerja analisa 3 tingkat kewirausahaan yaitu tingkat individual, perusahaan, dan makro sebagai kerangka kerja yang mencerminkan proses berkesinambungan kewirausahaan dalam akumulasi sumber daya. Temuan kedua membangun konstruksi bahwa jejaring sosial berkaitan erat dengan budaya nasional, modal sosial dan modal sumber daya manusia.