bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Prediction of Thermal Condition of Cage-Rotor Induction Motors under Non-Standard Supply Systems
Authors: Mukhopadhyay S.C. 
Published: November 2017

Abstract
A hybrid thermal model for accurate estimation of thermal condition of cagerotor induction motors under non-standard supply systems has been presented. The developed thermal model is a combination of lumped and distributed thermal parameters which are available from motor dimensions and other physical constants. The thermal condition of the motor under non-standard supply systems such as unbalanced power supply, distorted power supply can be estimated and the necessary derating of the motor can be carried out. The simulated and experimental results are presented.
Using Lego Mindstorms Nxt™ Robotics Kits as a Spectrophotometric Instrument
Authors: Martin Kocanda , Wilke Bryn M. , Ballantine David S. 
Published: November 2017

Abstract
High-end spectrophotometric analytical instruments are typically employed in academic institutions and industrial research laboratories and are rarely available for experimenters or younger students. An affordable high-tech robotic product manufactured by Lego may be employed as a single-beam monochromatic light source, detector and display to demonstrate and investigate the Beer-Lambert law using solutions containing chromophores that absorb light in the 600 nm - 660 nm range. Using the materials shown in this work, users will gain an understanding of the measurement of optical properties of solutions, and basic properties of semiconductor photonic devices. Some semiconductor theory is essential to understand the photonic devices employed in this work in addition to an understanding of basic analytical chemistry The majority of this work addresses the relationship between concentration and absorbance.
On the Relationships Between Smart Growth and Cohesion Indicators in the Eu Countries1
Authors: Bal-Domańska Beata , Sobczak Elżbieta 
Published: November 2017

Abstract
Within the framework of the Europe 2020 strategy smart growth is listed as one of the leading policy objectives aimed at improving the situation in education, digital society and research and innovation. The objective of this article is to evaluate the relationships between smart growth and economic and social cohesion factors. Aggregate measures were used to describe smart growth pillars. Here, social cohesion is described by the level of employment rate as one of the conditions essential to the well-being and prosperity of individuals. Economic cohesion is defined by the level of GDP per capita in PPS. Observation of these three phenomena forms the basis for the construction of panel data models and undertaking the assessment of the relationships between smart growth and economic and social cohesion factors. The study was performed on the group of 27 European Union countries in the period of 2002-2011.
Long-term variations in water storage in Peninsular Malaysia
Authors: Chinnasamy Pennan , Ganapathy Revathi 
Published: November 2017

AbstractInformation on ongoing climate change impacts on water availability is limited for Asian regions, particularly for Peninsular Malaysia. Annual flash floods are common during peak monsoon seasons, while the dry seasons are hit by droughts, leading to socio-economic stress. This study, for the first time, analyzed the long-term trends (14 years, from 2002 to 2014) in terrestrial water storage and groundwater storage for Peninsular Malaysia, using Gravity Recovery And Climate Experiment data. Results indicate a decline in net terrestrial and groundwater storage over the last decade. Spatially, the northern regions are more affected by droughts, while the southern regions have more flash floods. Groundwater storage trends show strong correlations to the monsoon seasons, indicating that most of the shallow aquifer groundwater is used. Results also indicate that, with proper planning and management, excess monsoon/flash flood water can be stored in water storage structures up to the order of 87 billion liters per year. This can help in dry season water distribution and water transfer projects. Findings from this study can expand the understanding of ongoing climate change impacts on groundwater storage and terrestrial water storage, and can lead to better management of water resources in Peninsular Malaysia.
Evaluation of the impacts of future hydrological changes on the sustainable water resources management of the Richmond River catchment
Authors: Al-Safi Hashim Isam Jameel , Sarukkalige P. Ranjan 
Published: November 2017

Abstract
The conceptual rainfall–runoff (HBV model) is applied to evaluate impacts of future climate changes on the hydrological system of the Richmond River catchment, Australia. Daily observed rainfall, temperature and discharge and long-term monthly mean potential evapotranspiration from the hydro-meteorological stations within the catchment over the period 1972–2014 were used to run, calibrate and validate the HBV model before the simulation. Future climate signals were extracted from a multi-model ensemble of eight global climate models (GCMs) of the CMIP5 under three scenarios (RCP2.6, RCP4.5 and RCP8.5). The calibrated HBV model was forced with the downscaled rainfall and temperature to simulate future streamflow at catchment outlet for the near-future (2016–2035), mid (2046–2065) and late (2080–2099) 21st century. A baseline run, with baseline climate period 1971–2010, was used to represent current climate status. Almost all GCMs’ scenarios predict slight increase in annual mean rainfall during the beginning of the century and decrease towards the mid and late century. Modelling results also show positive trends in annual mean streamflow during the near-future (13–23%), and negative trends in the mid (2–6%) and late century (6–16%), under all scenarios compared to the baseline-run. Findings could assist in managing future water resources in the catchment.
Evaluation of regional water security in China based on dualistic water cycle theory
Authors: Liu Huan , Jia Yangwen , Niu Cunwen , Gan Yongde , Xu Fei 
Published: November 2017

Abstract
Water security is the basis of sustainable human development. A new evaluation system of water security was established based on the natural–social dualistic water cycle theory, and then applied to characterize water security issues in China. At the national scale, the current state of water security was moderate, which was attributed to the improvement of water resource management level. However, it is still seriously inadequate in coordination of water use between ecological protection and socio-economic development, and wastewater treatment and reuse. Consequently, a resilient and integrated water management with adaptive capacity is needed. Moreover, the water security state in southern China was better than that in northern China, which was mainly attributed to the abundance of water resources in the south. Although the critical factors hindering water security were significantly different among China's 31 administrative regions, the low urban sewage reuse rate was a common factor, and irrigation efficiency was low in most parts of southern China. While in northern China, water resource overexploitation, polluted water quality and degraded aquatic ecosystems were common challenges. The results are consistent with the actual situations of China, and the related analysis can provide a reference for increasing regional water security.
Cognitive Dysfunction in Asian Patients with Depression (CogDAD): A Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Manit Srisurapanont , Yee Ming Mok , Yen Kuang Yang , Herng-Nieng Chan , Constantine D Della , Zuraida Zainal, Nor , Stephen Jambunathan , Nurmiati Amir , Pranab Kalita 
Published: November 2017

Background:Cognitive dysfunction is a predominant symptom of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), contributing to functional impairment.Objective:The primary objective of this study was to assess and describe perceived cognitive dysfunction amongst Asian patients diagnosed with MDD. The secondary objective was to explore the associations between depression severity, perceived cognitive dysfunction and functional disability.Methods:This was a multi-country, multi-centre, cross-sectional study. Adults with a current episode of MDD were recruited from 9 university/general hospital clinics in Asia. During a single study visit, psychiatrists assessed depression severity (Clinical Global Impression-Severity, CGI-S); patients completed questionnaires assessing depression severity (Patient Health Questionnaire-9 items, PHQ-9), perceived cognitive dysfunction (Perceived Deficit Questionnaire-Depression, PDQ-D) and functional disability (Sheehan Disability Scale, SDS).Results:Patients (n=664), predominantly women (66.3%), were aged 46.5±12.5 years, lived in urban areas (81.3%) and were employed (84.6%). 51.5% of patients were having their first depressive episode; 86.7% were receiving treatment; 82.2% had a current episode duration >8 weeks. Patients had mild-to-moderate depression (CGI-S=3.3±1.0; PHQ-9=11.3±6.9). Patients reported perceived cognitive dysfunction (PDQ-D=22.6±16.2) and functional disability (SDS=11.3±7.9). PHQ-9, PDQ-D and SDS were moderately-to-highly correlated (PHQ-9 and SDS: r=0.72; PHQ-9 and PDQ-D: r=0.69; PDQ-D and SDS, r=0.63). ANCOVA showed that after controlling for patient-reported depression severity (PHQ-9), perceived cognitive dysfunction (PDQ-D) was significantly associated with functional disability (SDS) (p<0.001).Conclusions:Asian patients with MDD reported perceived cognitive dysfunction. There is a need for physicians to evaluate cognitive dysfunction in the clinical setting in order to reach treatment goals, including functional recovery beyond remission of mood symptoms.
The Effect of Aerobic and Anaerobic Physical Training on the Absorptive Cells, Absorption of Carbohydrate and Protein in Small Intestine
Authors: Kanca I Nyoman , Swadesi I Ketut Iwan , Yoda I Ketut , Wijaya I Made Agus 
Published: November 2017

The purpose of this study is to investigate the morphofunctional response of a total number of absorptive cells, and carbohydrate and protein absorption capability in the small intestine of Rattus norvegicus strain Wistar (RNSW) that has been subjected to aerobic and anaerobic physical training based on the morphofunctional physiological paradigm. This study was based on the separate sample pretest-posttest control group design, using a t-test, and multivariate SPSS ten program, with five percent level of significance. The sample consisted of one hundred and twenty, male RNSW, with average age of five months, and body weight of 246-278 grams. They were divided into twelve groups at random, i.e. four pretest groups, two control groups, and six treated groups where different diets were given thirty minutes before undergoing posttest. The experimental animals underwent four weeks physical training (twelve times), three groups were given aerobic physical training by swimming with a burden of three percent fasting body weight, the others three groups received anaerobic physical training by swimming with a burden of nine percent fasting body weight. The experiment was conducted at night, between 7.30 PM to 10.30 PM, in a water with a temperature of 28°C to 30°C. Result of the study revealed: (1) Aerobic and anaerobic physical training, increased the number of absorptive cells (t = -73,281, p = 0,000), and increased the absorptive capacity of carbohydrate and protein (Hotelling’s Trace = 0,244, p = 0,000). (2) There was a difference in the increased absorptive capacity of carbohydrate and protein among groups (Hotelling’s Trace = 0,404a, p = 0,000). Aerobic physical training had less influence than anaerobic physical training on the increased number of absorptive cells, and the absorptive capacity of carbohydrate and protein in the small intestine. In conclusion: (1) Aerobic physical training of swimming with a burden of three percent fasting body weight, and anaerobic physical training of swimming with a burden nine percent fasting body weight correlate with the increase the number of absorptive cells, and carbohydrate and protein absorptive capacity of the small intestine. (2) Anaerobic physical training of swimming with a burden nine percent fasting body weight has better correlation than aerobic physical training of swimming with a burden of three percent fasting body weight with the increased number of absorptive cells, and the absorptive capacity of carbohydrate and protein in the small intestine.
Cardiovascular Complications Over 5 Years and Their Association With Survival in the GERODIAB Cohort of Elderly French Patients With Type 2 Diabetes
Authors: Bauduceau Bernard , Le Floch Jean-Pierre , Halimi Serge , Verny Christiane , Doucet Jean ,   the SFD/SFGG Intergroup
Published: November 2017

OBJECTIVE
The GERODIAB study is a multicenter prospective observational study performed over 5 years in French patients aged 70 years or above with type 2 diabetes. This report deals with their cardiovascular complications and their relationship with survival.

RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS
Consecutive patients (n = 987, median age = 77 years) were included from 56 diabetes centers over 1 year. Individual characteristics, history and complications of diabetes, geriatric factors, and clinical and biological parameters were recorded. Survival was analyzed using the Kaplan-Meier method and proportional hazards regression models.

RESULTS
The frequency of cardiovascular complications increased from 47% at inclusion to 67% at 5 years. The most frequent complications were coronary heart disease (increasing from 30% to 41%) and vascular disease of the lower limbs (25% to 35%) and of the cerebral vessels (15% to 26%). Heart failure was less common, but its frequency doubled during the follow-up (9% to 20%). It was strongly associated with poor survival (P &lt; 0.0001), as was vascular disease of the lower limbs (P = 0.0004), whereas coronary heart disease (P = 0.0056) and vascular disease of cerebral vessels (P = 0.026) had mild associations. Amputation (P &lt; 0.0001) and foot wounds (P &lt; 0.0001) were strongly associated with survival. In multivariate models, heart failure was the strongest predictor of poor survival (hazard ratio [HR] 1.96 [95% CI 1.45–2.64]; P &lt; 0.0001). It remained significant when other factors were considered simultaneously (HR 1.92 [95% CI 1.43–2.58]; P &lt; 0.0001).

CONCLUSIONS
Cardiovascular complications are associated with poor survival in elderly patients with type 2 diabetes, especially heart failure.
Classification of coronary artery disease data sets by using a deep neural network
Authors: Caliskan Abdullah , Yuksel Mehmet Emin 
Published: November 2017

Abstract
In this study, a deep neural network classifier is proposed for the classification of coronary artery disease medical data sets. The proposed classifier is tested on reference CAD data sets from the literature and also compared with popular representative classification methods regarding its classification performance. Experimental results show that the deep neural network classifier offers much better accuracy, sensitivity and specificity rates when compared with other methods. The proposed method presents itself as an easily accessible and cost-effective alternative to currently existing methods used for the diagnosis of CAD and it can be applied for easily checking whether a given subject under examination has at least one occluded coronary artery or not.
Lower limb phantom design and production for blood flow and pressure tests
Authors: Budak Erdem , Beytar Faruk , Özdemir Mertcan , Susam Beyza Nur , Göker Meriç , Ünlü Aytekin , Eroğul Osman 
Published: November 2017

Abstract
Phantoms are specifically designed objects that are utilized or imaged to evaluate, analyze and tune the performance of experimental devices. In this project, it is aimed to design a phantom that responds in a similar manner with how human blood circulation would act in specific flow and pressure tests such as pulse measurement. Ballistic gelatin is a member of hydrogel family with 250 Bloom value which resembles human muscle tissue in terms of mechanical features. That’s why we carried out a uniaxial compression test on our gelatin sample to analyze its similarity of human muscle tissue in terms of elastic modulus, stiffness and rupture strength. Test results indicated that our gelatin sample has approximate values with organic human muscle tissue. Designed model was X-rayed and the similarities of the model to human texture were compared. After producing of lower limb phantoms, we carried out a circulation test through them by the aid of a peristaltic pump to simulate the actual blood circulation of human body limbs. This designed phantom is made ready for available flow and pressure tests.
Moringa oleifera (drumstick tree) seed coagulant protein (MoCP) binds cadmium - preparation and characterization of nanoparticles
Authors: Reddy Konada R. S. , Kumar Vinay , Prasad Majeti N. V. , Kumar Nadimpalli S. 
Published: November 2017

Abstract
Moringa oleifera is grown globally. It is a multipurpose tree and the seeds are rich in phytochemicals with antimicrobial activities. The crude powder of seeds clarify the turbid and metal contaminated water. M. oleifera (drumstick tree) seed coagulant protein (MoCP) was isolated to homogeneity from the crude extracts by carboxymethyl cellulose chromatography (CMC) and gel filtration. The molecular weight of the protein on gel filtration was 13 kDa and in SDS-PAGE it migrated as a single band under reducing conditions with molecular mass of 6.5 kDa (dimeric). Immobilized MoCP selectively binds cadmium from aqueous solutions (pH 2.0-7.0) with maximum binding at pH 6.0 in 180 min when tested at 10-600 minutes. It also bound the metal in the concentration range of 30-70mgL-1. The adsorption kinetics was better described by pseudo second order and the data better explained by freundlich isotherm model than Langmuir isotherm model as in Freundlich model the correlation coefficient (R2) is high and the calculated qmax is very close to the experimental qmax rather than Langmuir isotherm model. Furthermore, the nanoparticles of MoCP were prepared and characterized using transmission electron microscopy (TEM). The authenticity of the isolated protein and the nanopraticles prepared was confirmed by specific reactivity with the MoCP antibody raised earlier in our laboratory.
Extraction, purification and characterization of water soluble galactomannans from Mimosa pudica seeds
Authors: Lavudi Harikrishna Naik , Kottapalli Seshagirirao , Goycoolea Francisco M. 
Published: November 2017

Abstract
Water soluble galactomannans from seed endosperm of Mimosa pudica L. was extracted and characterized (Fig. 1). Nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy and Gas Chromatography results revealed the presence of 4-linked mannose backbone with galactose side chains linked at the C6 position. Scanning Electron Micrographs showed smooth, elongated and irregular granular structure of galactomannan. Structural analysis by Attenuated total reflection infrared spectroscopy presented the Mannose to Galactose ratio while the X-ray diffraction studies showed the presences of A-type crystalline pattern of the galactomannan. Thermo Gravitimetric Analysis showed the three steps weight loss event and determined the thermal stability. The results showed that the extracted polysaccharides are typically amorphous, thermally stable and have desirable properties for industrial applications.
Utilization of animal fat waste as carbon source by carotenogenic yeasts – a screening study
Authors: Marova Ivana , Szotkowski Martin , Vanek Martin , Rapta Marek , Byrtusova Dana , Mikheichyk Nadzeya , Haronikova Andrea , Certik Milan , Shapaval Volha 
Published: November 2017

Abstract
Red yeast strains are ubiquitous microorganisms which accumulate substantial amounts of lipids and lipid-soluble metabolites. Red yeasts utilize many waste substrates of different origin. In this work red yeasts strains (Rhodotorula, Sporobolomyces, Cystofilobasidium) were used for screening of growth and metabolic activity. As a carbon source waste animal fat and its hydrolysis products were used. Hydrolysis of animal fat was tested in alkaline as well as acidic conditions. As the substrate glucose (control), glycerol, crude animal fat, acid fat hydrolyzate and hydrolysate: glucose 1:2 were used. Screening of growth and metabolic activity of red yeasts was performed by flow cytometry. Extracellular lipase production was monitored as adaptation mechanism. Carotenoids, ergosterol and ubiquinone were quantified by HPLC/PDA/MS/ESI and the biomass was evaluated gravimetrically. All tested strains utilized fat hydrolysate and produced red coloured biomass. Cultivation in media containing non-hydrolysed fat led to strain specific induction of extracellular lipase. Amount of lipid metabolites produced by individual strains was depended on glycerol content in medium. The highest increase of lipase production was observed in Cystofilobasidium macerans and Sporobolomyces shibatanus. Valorisation of animal fat can lead to production of unsaturated fatty acids, single cell oils, carotenoid pigments, sterols and enriched red yeast biomass.
Thể chế và phát triển, phát huy nguồn nhân lực ở Việt Nam hiện nay
Authors: Hoàng Văn Luân 
Published: November 2017

Phát triển và hưng thịnh của quốc gia, dân tộc phụ thuộc vào việc khơi dậy, giải phóng và phát huy nguồn lực con người, đặc biệt trong nền kinh tế tri thức và cuộc cách mạng khoa học và công nghệ lần thứ tư.
Phát triển hay nâng cao chất lượng nguồn nhân lực từng được tiếp cận từ góc độ chăm sóc sức khỏe, y tế và giáo dục. Trong khuôn khổ bài viết này, phát triển nguồn nhân lực được tiếp cận từ góc độ học hỏi trong quá trình tham gia các hoạt động xã hội (Learning by Doing). Thông qua quá trình con người tham gia vào các hoạt động cũng như các mối quan hệ xã hội mà cụ thể hơn là thể chế, con người học hỏi, tích lũy thêm tri thức, kỹ năng hay năng lực của mình. Tiếp cận này phù hợp với xu hướng hiện đại –học tập suốt đời.
Bằng và thông qua việc thu hút nguồn nhân lực tham gia các hoạt động xã hội, các thể chế, gián tiếp và trực tiếp, tác động đến quá trình học hỏi, tích lũy tri thức và kỹ năng, nâng cao năng lực nguồn nhân lực. Thể chế phù hợp không chỉ tạo ra mà còn phát huy nguồn nhân lực chất lượng cao cho phát triển xã hội.
Trên cơ sở phân tích quan hệ giữa thể chế và phát triển, phát huy nguồn nhân lực cho phát triển và hưng thịnh của quốc gia, bài viết đưa ra một số hàm ý chính sách phát triển và phát huy nguồn nhân lực ở Việt Nam hiện nay.
Dispositivos, subjetividades y educación matemática
Authors: Garzón Carlos Alberto 
Published: November 2017

Se plantea una reflexión sobre las relaciones entre los discursos y acciones educativas con referente en la educación matemática crítica y la constitución de subjetividades a través de los dispositivos pedagógicos. Se hace evidente el poder que se ejerce en la enseñanza de las matemáticas, especialmente desde los dispositivos escolares con prácticas de evaluación excluyentes donde se constituyen sujetos dóciles. Estas prácticas se enmarcan en políticas internacionales de estandarización.