bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Growth, survival, and body composition of rainbow trout, Oncorhynchus mykiss, when dietary fish meal is replaced with silkworm (Bombyx mori) pupae
Authors: Shakoori Matin , Gholipour Hamed , Naseri Samira , Khara Hossein 
Published: April 2016

Abstract
The effects of substituting fishmeal (FM) with different quantities of silkworm pupae (SP) on the growth, survival, and body composition of rainbow trout, Oncorhynchus mykiss (Walbaum), were investigated over the course of a 60-day experiment. A total of 360 fingerlings (55±3.42 g) were randomly allotted to four treatment groups (T1 – fish fed 52.5% FM; T2 – fish fed 5% SP + 47.5% FM; T3 – fish fed 10 % SP+ 42.5% FM; T4 – fish fed 15% SP + 37.5% FM). Each treatment group was divided into three replicates of 30 fish per replicate. One group served as the control. At the end of the experiment, the results showed that 10% of FM can be replaced with SP without any adverse effects on the values of the feed conversion ratio (FCR), specific growth rate (SGR), weight gain percent (WG), condition factor (CF), survival rate (SR), protein content, lipid content, or nutrition protein utilization (NPU).
Prediction and Correlation of Air Permeability and Light Transmission Properties of Woven Cotton Fabrics
Authors: Nazir Ahsan , Hussain Tanveer , Afzal Ali , Faheem Sajid , Ibrahim Waseem , Bilal Muhammad 
Published: April 2016

AbstractThe aim of this study was to develop statistical models for predicting the air permeability and light transmission properties of woven cotton fabrics and determine the level of correlation between the two parameters. Plain woven fabrics were developed with different warp and weft linear densities, ends per inch and picks per inch. After desizing, scouring, bleaching, drying and conditioning, the air permeability and light transmission properties of the fabric samples were determined. Regression analysis results showed statistically significant effect of the fabric ends, picks and warp linear density on both the fabric air permeability and light transmission. Correlation analysis was performed to analyze the relation between the fabric air permeability and light transmission. A linear equation was also formulated to find the fabric air permeability through transmission of light intensity. A fitted line plot between the air permeability and light transmission exhibited significant correlation with R-sq. value of 96.4%. The statistical models for the prediction of fabric air permeability and light transmittance were developed with an average prediction error of less than 7%.
Bibliotheken – ein kreativer Ort der Ideen und des kontinuierlichen Pioniergeistes
Authors: Seeliger Frank 
Published: April 2016

Zusammenfassung:
Innovationen vielfältigster Art auf Informationseinrichtungen heruntergebrochen, dafür stand abermals das letzte, achte Wildauer Bibliothekssymposium. D. h. diskutiert wurden Innovation als agile Projektmanagementmethode, strategisches Programm, unveräußerliche Kernaufgabe von Bibliotheksteams, als Chance für unbemannte Services (Öffnungszeiten), aber auch, was dies für die technischen Kompetenzen bedeutet. Nach Rezeption aller Vorträge, die auch Themen wie chaotische Lagerhaltung, RFID-Inventur, Serendipität tangierten, bleibt das Fazit, jede Bibliothek birgt Unmengen von Entwicklungspotentialen, die ihren Deut beitragen, der Intention von Bibliotheken ihren Zielgruppen gegenüber zeitgemäß gerechter zu werden
Hitler, Mein Kampf als bibliothekarische Aufgabe – Ein Magdeburger Plädoyer
Authors: Regener Ralf 
Published: April 2016

Zusammenfassung:
Mit dem Erscheinen der kritischen Edition von Hitlers Hetzschrift Mein Kampf Anfang 2016 müssen viele Bibliotheken entscheiden, wie sie damit umgehen wollen: Ignorieren oder Erwerben, Freihand- oder Magazinaufstellung? Der Beitrag diskutiert aus Sicht der Universitätsbibliothek mögliche Optionen, um trotz aller Gefahren ein Plädoyer für einen offenen und kritischen Umgang zu geben.
An Improved DV-Hop Localization Algorithm Based on Bat Algorithm
Authors: Yang Xiaoying , Zhang Wanli 
Published: April 2016

Abstract
In the DV-Hop algorithm, the average distance per hop is one of the factors that affect the accuracy of the positioning. In this paper, an improved DV-Hop localization algorithm based on bat algorithm (BAD-Hop) is proposed to solve the error which is brought by the average distance per hop. In BAD-Hop algorithm, bat algorithm which is a kind of intelligent optimization algorithm with good performance is introduced into DV-Hop localization algorithm to calculate average distance per hop of anchor nodes. Firstly, the average distance per hop of anchor node is calculated by using bat algorithm, which makes it closer to the actual value. Then the average distance per hop of the unknown node is weighted by using the average distance per hop of anchor nodes which hop-count is less than or equal to 3 to reduce errors caused by average distance per hop. Simulation results show that the improved algorithm can effectively reduce the positioning error without additional hardware.
Intelligent Multi-Soft Sensing for Flame Position of Steam Boilers
Authors: Hadjiski Mincho , Doukovska Lyubka , Nikolov Metodi , Koynov Stefan 
Published: April 2016

Abstract
A new inference control system for the flame position in the combustion chamber of a power plant system boiler is presented. The system is based on enhanced multi-softsensing at three operational levels – basic level, providing estimates of all necessary technological variables; a separate Mill Fan (MF) level, and a total Dust Preparation System (DPS) level. The control system involves a subsystem for the stabilization of the position of the common MF ventilation rate momentum in a given threshold area in a burner horizon, which is supervised by an inference correction based on softsensed 2D flame position in the output section of the combustion chamber. A hybrid approach is accepted in softsensing, using fusion of the first principle models, statistical models, neural networks and fuzzy logic based models. Real experimental results are presented from TPP.
Methods to Determine Optimal Washout Position for Single and Multi-Occupant Motion Simulator
Authors: Kong Xiang-Tong , Zhu Yuan-Chang , Di Yan-Qiang , Cui Hao-Hao 
Published: April 2016

Abstract
The washout position has great effects on the perception fidelity and the movement of the motion simulator. In this paper, the main square error of sensation between simulator and vehicle is determined, and the fidelity of the occupant and the platform motion performance as a basis to build a model for a single occupant optimal washout position measurement. Then, considering the features of the multi-occupant motion simulator, a concept of the task’s master-crew is proposed, the multi-occupant optimal washout position measurement model is built. Then an anti-aircraft simulator for three occupants is taken as an example of a multi-occupant simulator and the optimal washout position measurement model is studied. Considering that the basic PSO algorithm has shortcomings such as easy aging and falling into local extreme value, a modified algorithm is designed called Adaptive Chaos PSO algorithm and applied to the resolution of the models. The results showed that the optimal position can make the simulator trainer have a more realistic sensation and maintain the safety of the platform, and that the Adaptive chaos PSO algorithm can effectively solve the shortcomings of PSO and is very useful in the resolution of the model.
The insulin autoimmune syndrome (IAS) as a cause of hypoglycaemia: an update on the pathophysiology, biochemical investigations and diagnosis
Authors: Ismail Adel A.A. 
Published: April 2016

Abstract
Insulin autoimmune syndrome (IAS) is considered to be very rare in Caucasians. Understanding its pathophysiology is paramount in (a) appreciating its potential impact on analyses of pancreatic hormones and (b) explaining its highly variable clinical manifestations in non-diabetic, non-acutely ill patients with indeterminate hypoglycaemia. The underlying aetiology of IAS is the presence of variable affinity/avidity endogenous insulin antibodies in significant amounts. The two types of insulin antibodies namely antibodies which bind insulin and/or proinsulin(s) and receptor antibodies (insulin mimetic) will be discussed. Their biochemical and immunological roles in causing hypoglycaemia will be highlighted. Clinical manifestations of IAS can vary from mild and transient to spontaneous, severe and protracted hypoglycaemia necessitating in extreme cases plasmapheresis for glycaemic control. Antibodies of IAS can interfere in pancreatic immunoassay tests causing erroneous and potentially misleading results. Thorough testing for endogenous insulin antibodies must be considered in the investigations of non-diabetic, non-acutely ill patients with indeterminate and/or unexplained hypoglycaemia.
Language-Switch of a Parity Judgment Task in Multilinguals
Authors: Wang Huili , Meng Ling , Cao Shuo , Lu Qilin 
Published: April 2016

AbstractThis study attempts to explore a possible mode of language switching process of multilinguals (Russian-English-Chinese) from the perspectives of language-switching cost based on event related potentials (ERP). Thirty Belarusians studying Chinese in China participated in this experiment. Behavioral results show under three-language-switching-conditions, the mean response time for switch trials is shorter than non-switch trials. Switching cost between Russian and English, Russian and Chinese is symmetric, while English and Chinese is asymmetric. ERP results indicate a negative deflection peaking around 320 ms is observed under conditions of L2-L1 and L3-L1 switching over the entire bilateral frontal sites. The study proposes a processing mode based on the idea of conflict discovery and resolution to contribute to a further understanding of language switching mechanisms.
Jatropha seed cake and organic waste compost: the potential for improvement of soil fertility
Authors: Elbl Jakub , Sláma Petr , Vaverková Magdalena D. , Plošek Lukáš , Adamcová Dana , Škarpa Petr , Kynický Jindřich , Havlíček Zdeněk , Dvořáčková Helena , Brtnický Martin , Kabourková Eliška 
Published: April 2016

Abstract
Modern agriculture faces to new challenges and problems. Application of organic waste compost (Cp) and Jatropha seed cake (JSC) represents new possibilities to improve soil organic matter (SOM) and thus reduce the risk of soil degradation. Our paper presents results of laboratory experiment. Based on these results, we conclude that the application of organic substances has positive effect on soil fertility but the impact of individual substances is different. JSC has higher influence on soil properties (microbial activity and plant production) in the short term. Conversely, Cp affects soil properties in the long term. These properties are due to their chemical composition.
Multifunctionality of Organic Farming: Case Study from Southern Poland
Authors: Śpiewak Ruta 
Published: April 2016

Abstract
The main goal of this article is to answer the question whether organic farming, which is developing in some parts of Poland, can be considered as a form of multifunctional farming and contribute so to non-commodity functions and the process of change in a particular territory of given areas. The analyses are based on data obtained from 2013 of several points in the south of Poland representing a cluster of organic market oriented farmers. The results show that namely market organic farming may serve as multifunctional one, but only under certain conditions and for a specific type of farming. Through specific functions, organic farming facilitates the changes, primarily on a local scale. The existence of a strong integrated organic farming sector might influences development and change, resulting in not only the improvement of economic welfare of organic farmers, but also of whole local communities, strengthening the bonds amongst them, mobilising the social resources.
Optimization of process variables in the synthesis of butyl butyrate using amino acid-functionalized heteropolyacids as catalysts
Authors: Zhang Xiaofang , Ouyang Kai , Liang Juanjuan , Chen Keke , Tang Xiujuan , Han Xiaoxiang 
Published: April 2016

Abstract
Response surface methodology was successfully applied to optimize esterification of butanol with butyric acids over amino acid-functionalized heteropolyacids, namely, [GlyH]
x
H3-x
PW12O40 (x=1.0–3.0). A series of catalysts were prepared by incorporating tungstophosphoric acid (TPA) with varied amounts of glycine (Gly). The [GlyH]1.0H2.0PW12O40 catalyst was found to exhibit the best activity with an optimal butyl butyrate yield of 97.9%, which was in excellent agreement with the predicted value by the Box-Behnken design (BBD) model. These superior esterification activities observed for the organic TPA salt catalysts might be due to their highly acidic nature, weak molecular transport resistance, and “pseudoliquid” catalysis modes. Furthermore, the catalytic activity of [GlyH]1.0H2.0PW12O40 catalyst was observed to have no appreciable change in the conversion after five consecutive runs. A kinetic study for the esterification was also performed under optimal reaction conditions. The results revealed that the reaction followed second-order kinetics, and the activation energy was found to be 81.90 kJ/mol.
Male gonadal axis function in patients with type 2 diabetes
Authors: Costanzo Pablo R. , Knoblovits Pablo 
Published: April 2016

Abstract
Patients with type 2 diabetes have lower serum testosterone levels and a higher prevalence of hypogonadism than non-diabetic patients, independently of the metabolic control of disease. The mechanisms underlying a decrease in testosterone might be related to age, obesity and insulin resistance, often present in patients with type 2 diabetes. The increase in estrogens due to higher aromatase enzyme activity in increased adipose tissue might exert negative-feedback inhibition centrally. Insulin stimulates gonadal axis activity at all three levels and therefore insulin resistance might account for the lower testosterone production. Leptin exerts a central stimulatory effect but inhibits testicular testosterone secretion. Thus, resistance to leptin in obese subjects with type 2 diabetes determines lower central effects of leptin with lower gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) secretion and, on the other hand, hyperleptinemia secondary to leptin resistance inhibits testosterone secretion at the testicular level. However, lower testosterone levels in patients with diabetes are observed independently of age, weight and body mass index, which leads to the assumption that hyperglycemia per se might play a role in the decrease in testosterone. Several studies have shown that an overload of glucose results in decreased serum testosterone levels. The aim of this review is to assess changes in the male gonadal axis that occur in patients with type 2 diabetes.
Endocytosis of pro-inflammatory cytokine receptors and its relevance for signal transduction
Authors: Hermanns Heike M. , Wohlfahrt Julia , Mais Christine , Hergovits Sabine , Jahn Daniel , Geier Andreas 
Published: April 2016

AbstractThe pro-inflammatory cytokines tumor necrosis factor (TNF), interleukin-1 (IL-1) and interleukin-6 (IL-6) are key players of the innate and adaptive immunity. Their activity needs to be tightly controlled to allow the initiation of an appropriate immune response as defense mechanism against pathogens or tissue injury. Excessive or sustained signaling of either of these cytokines leads to severe diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel diseases (Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis), steatohepatitis, periodic fevers and even cancer. Studies carried out in the last 30 years have emphasized that an elaborate control system for each of these cytokines exists. Here, we summarize what is currently known about the involvement of receptor endocytosis in the regulation of these pro-inflammatory cytokines’ signaling cascades. Particularly in the last few years it was shown that this cellular process is far more than a mere feedback mechanism to clear cytokines from the circulation and to shut off their signal transduction.
Performance Evaluation of Milling of Inconel-625 Under Minimum Quantity Lubrication
Authors: Singh Pragat , Singh Jagwant , Dureja J. S. , Singh Talwinder , Dogra Manu , Bhatti Manpreet S. 
Published: April 2016

AbstractIn the present investigation an attempt has been made to explore the potential of MQL milling of Inconel-625 with coated carbide tool. The performance is compared in terms of surface roughness and tool flank wear in MQL milling with dry and wet milling operation of Inconel-625. The milling under MQL condition gives superior results over wet and dry milling operations. Factorial design of experiments ANOVA analysis was applied to investigate the statistically significant parameters. RSM-Desirability function optimization was applied to find out optimal setting of parameters to minimize tool wear and surface roughness in MQL machining of Inconel-625.
Modeling Aging and Mechanical Rejuvenation of Amorphous Solids
Authors: Semkiv Mykhailo , Hütter Markus 
Published: April 2016

Abstract
The elasto-viscoplasticity of amorphous solids is modeled, with a focus on the effects of physical aging and mechanical rejuvenation. Using nonequilibrium thermodynamics, the concept of kinetic and configurational subsystems has been employed. The Hamiltonian structure of reversible dynamics is exploited to derive a constitutive relation for the stress tensor. Furthermore, it is demonstrated that accounting for mechanical rejuvenation results in a modification of the driving force for viscoplastic flow.
Lateralized periodic discharges associated with status epilepticus in the first year after stroke
Authors: Dede Hava Ozlem , Bebek Nerses , Gelisin Ozlem , Atmaca Murat Mert , Barlas Nilufer Yesilot , Gurses Candan , Baykan Betul , Gokyigit Aysen 
Published: April 2016

Summary
Backgrand. Lateralized periodic discharges (LPDs) are infrequent electroencephalograph (EEG) findings, and may present in ictal or interictal form. They are regarded as potential electrophysiologic signs of convulsive or nonconvulsive status epilepticus (NCSE). We report four patients who presented with NCSE and one who presented with convulsive status epilepticus in the postictal period, characterized by LPDs in EEG recordings in the first year after stroke.
Material and methods. We prospectively evaluated patients who clinically presented with status epilepticus associated LPDs between March 2014 and March 2015. We investigated patients that presented with a new stroke occurrence. We excluded the other LPD etiologies. EEG studies of five patients (two men) who were admitted to our emergency unit with confusion, three of whom had visual symptoms; four were treated for NCSE as diagnosed with LPDs. The fifth patient had convulsive status epilepticus with LPD in the postictal period.
Results and Discussion. None of the five patients, who were aged between 68 and 92 years, showed any etiologic factor other than a history of cerebrovascular disease (CVD). Magnetic resonance imaging studies of the patients revealed old infarcts and transitional diffusion restrictions. The clinical and EEG findings decreased substantially upon antiepileptic drug treatment. Herein, we illustrate the first patient who had confusion, visual hallucinations, and ictal and interictal LPD in her consecutive EEGs.
Conclusions. CVDs may pave the way for LPDs in patients with a history of stroke because CVDs cause structural brain damage. Patients who present with a similar clinical profile and imaging signs of stroke should be checked for NCSE, particularly in the presence of LPDs in EEGs.
A simple synthesis of dimethyl 2-[(Z)-3-amino-1-oxo-1-(substituted)but-2-en-2-yl]fumarates: potential intermediates in the synthesis of polysubstituted five- and six-membered heterocycles
Authors: Šinkovec Rok , Grošelj Uroš , Prek Benjamin , Počkaj Marta , Ričko Sebastijan , Svete Jurij , Stanovnik Branko 
Published: April 2016

Abstract
In this communication, a simple synthesis of dimethyl 2-[(Z)-3-amino-1-oxo-1-(substituted)but-2-en-2-yl]fumarates is described. Methyl ketones were transformed by treatment with N,N-dimethylacetamide dimethyl acetal (DMADMA) into 3-dimethylamino-1-(substituted)but-2-en-1-ones, followed by treatment with ammonium acetate into (Z)-3-amino-1-(substituted)but-2-en-1-ones and addition to dimethyl acetylenedicarboxylate. These novel polysubstituted butadienes are potential intermediates for the metal-free preparation of polysubstituted five- and six-membered heterocycles.
Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS): Performance, Progress and Innovation
Authors: Nelson Peter E. , Egan Bill 
Published: April 2016

Description
Get 17 papers spanning two decades worth of changes to Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems. Papers discuss the progress with the development of industry standards, test, system performance, building codes, water resistive barriers, energy, products, and applications. These papers are a result of the third ASTM symposium dedicated to Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS). The first ASTM EIFS symposium (1992, Washington, DC) concentrated on development use and performance of EIFS, while the second ASTM EIFS symposium (1995, Denver, CO) focused on materials, properties, and performance.
Effects of L-thyroxine treatment on early markers of atherosclerotic disease in children with subclinical hypothyroidism
Authors: Cerbone Manuela , Capalbo Donatella , Wasniewska Malgorzata , Alfano Sara , Mattace Raso Giuseppina , Oliviero Ugo , Cittadini Antonio , De Luca Filippo , Salerno Mariacarolina 
Published: April 2016

Objective
To investigate the effect of levothyroxine (L-T4) treatment on early markers of atherosclerotic disease in children with mild idiopathic subclinical hypothyroidism (SH).

Design
Two-year, open, case–control prospective study.

Methods
A total of 39 children, aged 9.18±3.56 years, with SH and 39 healthy controls were enrolled in the study. Waist-to-height ratio (WHtR), blood pressure, triglycerides, total cholesterol (total-C), HDL-C, LDL-C, non-HDL-C, triglycerides/HDL-C, atherogenic index (AI), homocysteine (Hcy), asymmetric dimethylarginine (ADMA), flow-mediated dilation (FMD) and intima–media thickness (IMT) were evaluated at baseline and after 2 years of L-T4 treatment in SH children and after 2 years of follow-up in controls.

Results
At study entry WHtR was higher in SH subjects compared with controls (0.56±0.08 vs 0.49±0.07, P=0.04) and significantly decreased after 2 years of treatment (0.50±0.06, P<0.0001). Mean HDL-C levels (50.47±11.43 vs 61.06±13.83mg/dL, P=0.002) were lower, while triglycerides/HDL-C (1.63±1.07 vs 1.19±0.69, P=0.05), AI (3.32±0.90 vs 2.78±0.68, P=0.005), and Hcy (9.35±2.61 vs 7.71±1.94μmol/L, P=0.01) were higher in SH subjects compared with controls and improved after 2 years of treatment (HDL-C 56.26±13.76mg/dL, P<0.0001; triglycerides/HDL-C 1.23±0.78, P=0.006; AI 2.82±0.68, P<0.0001; and Hcy 8.25±2.09μmol/L, P=0.06). ADMA concentrations at baseline were higher in SH subjects compared with controls (0.77±0.21 vs 0.60±0.16μmol/L, P=0.001) and decreased after therapy (0.58±0.13μmol/L, P<0.0001). FMD, IMT and other metabolic parameters were not different among SH subjects and controls at baseline and after 2 years.

Conclusions
Children with SH may have subtle pro-atherogenic abnormalities. Although L-T4 treatment exerts some beneficial effects, the long-term impact of therapy on metabolic outcomes in SH children still remains unclear.