bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
New species and records of mites of the superfamily Sarcoptoidea (Acariformes: Psoroptidia) from mammals in Brazil
Authors: Bochkov Andre V. , Valim Michel P. 
Published: January 2016

AbstractSixteen species of the superfamily Sarcoptoidea (Acariformes: Psoroptidia) belonging to 10 genera of the families Atopomelidae, Listrophoridae, Chirodiscidae, and Listropsoralgidae are recorded in Brazil. Among them, three species, Prolistrophorus hylaeamys sp. nov. from Hylaeamys laticeps (Lund, 1840) (Cricetidae: Sigmodontinae) from Minas Gerais, Lynxacarus serrafreirei sp. nov. from Galictis cuja (Molina, 1782) (Carnivora: Mustelidae) from Rio de Janeiro (Listrophoridae), and Didelphoecius micoureus sp. nov. (Atopomelidae) from Micoureus paraguayanus (Tate, 1931) (Didelphimorphia: Didelphidae) from Minas Gerais are described as new for science. Three species of the family Listrophoridae, Prolistrophorus bidentatus Fain et Lukoschus, 1984 from Akodon cursor (Winge, 1887) (Rodentia: Cricetidae) (new host), Prolistrophorus ctenomys Fain, 1970 from Ctenomys torquatus Lichtenstein, 1830 (Rodentia: Ctenomyidae) (new host), and Leporacarus sylvilagi Fain, Whitaker et Lukoschus, 1981 from Sylvilagus brasiliensis (Linnaeus, 1758) (Lagomorpha: Leporidae) (new host) -from Minas Gerais and Rio Grande do Sul, and one species of the family Chirodiscidae, Parakosa tadarida McDaniel and Lawrence, 1962 from Molossus molossus (Pallas, 1766) (Chiroptera: Molossidae) are recorded for the first time in Brazil. The previously unknown female of Didelphoecius validus Fain, Zanatta-Coutinho et Fonseca, 1996 (Atopomelidae) from Metachirus nudicaudatus (Geoffroy, 1803) (Didelphimorphia: Didelphidae) from Minas Gerais is described. All data on host-parasite associations of sarcoptoids in Brazil are summarized. Totally, 61 sarcoptoid species of 8 families are recorded in Brazil.
The morphology of free-living stages and immature parasites of Rhabdias paraensis (Nematoda: Rhabdiasidae), a parasite of Rhinella marina (Anura: Bufonidae) in Brazil
Authors: Melo Francisco Tiago de Vasconcelos , Nascimento Luciana de Cássia Silva do , Macedo Lilian Cristina , Santos Jeannie Nascimento dos , Kuzmin Yuriy 
Published: January 2016

AbstractRhabdias paraensis Santos, Melo, Nascimento, Nascimento, Giese et Furtado, 2011 was described based on fully gravid worms. Further investigations on the free-living stages, immature worms and young individuals were facilitated by cultivation in the laboratory, which allowed us to add new information about the morphology and development of the species. Observations on the free-living development of R. paraensis showed that the life cycle is typical of Rhabdias, with alternation of gonochoristic and hermaphroditic generations and without homogony. Males of the free-living generation were different from those in several species of the genus studied previously. In the original description, the excretory glands and duct were absent in gravid specimens of R. paraensis, while in this study, distinct excretory glands and a duct were observed in immature and young individuals. Additionally, we recognised the separation of the buccal capsule walls into anterior and posterior portions and described the specific shapes of these portions in lateral and apical view. Studies on the morphology and development of free-living stages of Rhabdias spp. from Neotropical regions may provide additional information for species determination.
Ultrastructure of Ascaridia galli (Schrank, 1788) (Nematoda: Ascaridida) from the endangered green peafowl Pavo muticus Linnaeus (Galliformes: Phasianidae)
Authors: Zhao Ting , Guo Yan-Ning , Zhang Lu-Ping , Li Liang 
Published: January 2016

AbstractAscaridia galli (Schrank, 1788) is a common parasite of various galliform birds worldwide. Although A. galli has been extensively studied by many author, knowledge of the morphology of this species in detail is still insufficient. In the present paper, the detailed morphology of A. galli was further studied using light and scanning electron microscopy, based on specimens collected from the endangered green peafowl Pavo muticus Linnaeus (Galliformes: Phasianidae) in China. The results revealed some erroneous and previously unreported morphological features, including the lips lacking real denticles, the lateral alae beginning at some distance posterior to the base of the ventrolateral lips and the caudal papillae with 4 different morphotypes. The present morphological and morphometric data complement previous descriptions and enable us to recognize this species more precisely.
Prevalence and risk factors associated to Eimeria spp. infection in unweaned alpacas (Vicugna pacos) from Southern Peru
Authors: Díaz Pablo , Panadero Rosario , López Rosalía , Cordero Aida , Pérez-Creo Ana , López Ceferino M. , Fernández Gonzalo , Díez-Baños Pablo , Morrondo Patrocinio 
Published: January 2016

AbstractA total of 350 faecal samples from unweaned alpacas over 3 months of age were collected from 23 herds in order to determine the prevalence of Eimeria spp. in Southern Peru and to identify the risk factors associated to Eimeria infection in young alpacas. Samples were examined by a flotation technique and the identification of risk factors was assessed by a logistic regression analysis. Sixty four percent of the examined animals shed Eimeria oocysts; herd prevalence was 96%, with an intra-herd prevalence of 60% (range 5.9-100%). Five different Eimeria species were identified, being E. lamae (91%), E. alpacae (87%) and E. punoensis (78%) the most prevalent; E. macusaniensis (35%) and E. ivitaensis (13%) were less common. Mixed-species infections were more frequent (78%) than single infections (22%). E. lamae was the most common monospecific infection and E. lamae/E. alpacae the most frequent association. The geographical area has a significant effect on Eimeria infection rates (74.9% wet Puna vs 37.4% dry Puna) as well as the breeding system (65.1% traditional vs 63.8% modern). In contrast, the sex of the animals (64.6% males vs 64.0% females) showed no influence on the prevalence of infection by Eimeria. The high prevalence found at both individual and herd level and the common presence of highly pathogenic Eimeria species may lead to important economic losses for alpaca breeders and could require the implementation of suitable control measures.
Toxocara canis glycans influence antigen recognition by mouse IgG1 and IgM antibodies
Authors: Długosz Ewa , Wiśniewski Marcin 
Published: January 2016

AbstractThe impact of sugar moieties of Toxocara canis glycoprotein antigens on their recognition by infected mouse antibodies was investigated in this study. Native TES and recombinant Toxocara mucins generated in Pichia pastoris yeast as well as their deglycosylated forms were used in ELISA. TES and recombinant mucins were equally recognized by T. canis infected mouse IgG1 antibodies. IgM immunoglobulins predominantly recognized TES antigens. Among mucins recognition of Tc-MUC-4 was the most significant. Deglycosylation of antigens resulted in significant loss of IgM and IgG1 reactivity to TES, mucins, Tc-MUC-3 and Tc-MUC-4. The presence of sugar moieties had no influence on IgE binding to native or recombinant T. canis antigens. Our results suggest that glycans are involved in epitope formation what should be taken into consideration in production of recombinant helminth antigens for diagnostic purposes.
Parasitoid complex of leaf miner Pyllonorycter comparella (Lepidoptera, Gracillariidae) in Hungary
Authors: Szőcs Levente , Melika George , Thuróczy Csaba , Csóka György 
Published: January 2016

Abstract
Between 2011 and 2014, 1,154 mines of Phyllonorycter comparella (Duponchel) were collected at 12 locations in Hungary and were put into single-mine rearing containers. A total of 574 parasitoid specimens belonging to 29 parasitoid species (26 Chalcididae, 2 Encyrtidae and 1 Braconidae) emerged. Of these species, 13 have not yet been mentioned in either international or in Hungarian literature as a parasitoid of the P. comparella. The species assemblages of the parasitoid complexes varied greatly among the sample sites. The primary dominant species of the total samples was found to be Sympiesis sericeicornis (Nees), an abundant idiobiont solitary ectoparasitoid. Among the species reared, we have found specialist parasitoids such as Achrysocharoides scaposa (Erdős) and even species never recorded from Populus (Zagrammosoma variegatum (Masi)) according to the Universal Chalcidoidea Database.
Macrofungi in the Botanical Garden of the University of West Hungary, Sopron
Authors: Folcz Ádám , Börcsök Zoltán 
Published: January 2016

Abstract
Botanical gardens have diverse habitats and floristic conditions. The aim of this study was to examine whether these specific environmental conditions have a positive impact on the appearance of mushrooms. Between 2011 and 2013, mycological observations were performed in the Botanical Garden of the University of West Hungary, Sopron. A total of 171 mushrooms species were identified. Several rare species and two protected species were found. The identification and classification of the species reveal how botanical gardens provide a special habitat for mushrooms. These features of botanical gardens are beneficial for fungal dissemination and preservation.
A Numerical Approach for the Solution of Schrödinger Equation With Pseudo-Gaussian Potentials
Authors: Iacob Theodor-Felix , Lute Marina , Iacob Felix 
Published: January 2016

Abstract
The Schrödinger equation with pseudo-Gaussian potential is investigated. The pseudo-Gaussian potential can be written as an infinite power series. Technically, by an ansatz to the wave-functions, exact solutions can be found by analytic approach [12]. However, to calculate the solutions for each state, a condition that will stop the series has to be introduced. In this way the calculated energy values may suffer modifications by imposing the convergence of series. Our presentation, based on numerical methods, is to compare the results with those obtained in the analytic case and to determine if the results are stable under different stopping conditions.
Approximate Solution of Schrödinger Equation with Pseudo-Gaussian Potential Viewed as a Perturbation
Authors: Iacob Theodor-Felix , Lute Marina , Iacob Felix 
Published: January 2016

Abstract
We consider the Schrödinger equation with pseudo-Gaussian potential and point out that it is basically made up by a term representing the harmonic oscillator potential and an additional term, which is actually a power series that converges rapidly. Based on this observation the system can be considered as a perturbation of harmonic oscillator. The perturbation method is used to approximate the energy levels of pseudo- Gaussian oscillator. The results are compared with those obtained in the analytic and numeric case.
Complex Impedance of Manganese Ferrite Powders Obtained by Two Different Methods
Authors: Mălăescu I. , Lungu Antoanetta , Marin C. N. , Vlăzan Paulina , Sfirloagă Paula 
Published: January 2016

Abstract
Two samples of manganese ferrite powder were obtained by the calcination method (sample A) and hydrothermal method (sample B). The crystal structure of the samples has been determined using X-ray diffraction analysis (XRD). The results shown that the sample A has three phases (FeMnO3, Mn2O3 and Fe2O3) and the prevailing phase is FeMnO3 with perovskite structure and the sample B has only a single phase (MnFe2O4).
The grain morphology was analyzed by scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and the compositional analysis was done by energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDAX).
Measurements of the frequency (f) and temperature (T) dependent complex impedance, Z(f, T) = Z’(f, T) - i Z’’(f, T) of the samples over the frequency range 20 Hz - 2 MHz, at various temperature values from 300C to 1100C are presented. From these measurements, we have shown that the temperature dependence of the relaxation time is of Arhenius type, which suggests that the conduction process is thermally activated. The values obtained for the activation energy Ea, are: 16meV (sample A) and 147.65meV (sample B).
Applying complex impedance spectroscopy technique, the obtained results shows the shape of a single semicircle at each temperature over the measurement range, meaning that the electrical process obeys to a single relaxation mechanism. The impedance and related parameters of the electrical equivalent circuit depend on the temperature and the microstructure of samples. The resistive and capacitive properties of the investigated samples are dominated with the conduction and relaxation processes associated with the grain boundaries mechanism..
Influence of Mechanical Stirring on the Crucible Dissolution Rate and Impurities Distribution in Directional Solidification of Multicrystalline Silicon
Authors: Popescu Alexandra , Vizman Daniel 
Published: January 2016

Abstract
In this study, time dependent three-dimensional numerical simulations were carried out using the STHAMAS3D software in order to understand the effects of forced convection induced by mechanical stirring of the melt, on the crucible dissolution rate and on the impurities distribution in multicrystalline silicon (mc-Si) melt for different values of the diffusion coefficient.
Numerical simulations were performed on a pilot scale furnace with crucible dimensions of 38x38x40cm3. The computational domain used for the local 3D-simulations consists of melt and crystal.
The dissolution rate was estimated from the total mass of impurities that was found in the silicon melt after a certain period of time. The obtained results show that enhanced convection produced by a mechanical stirrer leads to a significant increase of the dissolution rate and also to a uniform distribution of impurities in the melt.
Substitution in position 222 of haemagglutinin of pandemic influenza A (H1N1) viruses isolated from pigs in Poland
Authors: Kowalczyk Andrzej , Urbaniak Kinga , Markowska-Daniel Iwona , Pejsak Zygmunt 
Published: January 2016

Abstract
The aim of the study was to monitor genetic diversity and antigenic changes in the genome of influenza A(H1N1)pdm09 viral isolates detected during the post-pandemic period in Poland. Clinical specimens obtained from three suspected cases of influenza were analysed by sequencing. Among the differences identified in amino acids sequences, nine substitutions were located within the antigenic HA1 sites and in five residues forming receptor-binding pocket. The HA(D222G) mutation was shown in the isolate Swine/Poland/134312/12 obtained from a mild case of the disease. It must be emphasized that, in general, clinically mild cases are caused by the viruses in which that specific mutation, i.e. haemagglutinin (D222G), does not occur.
Avian tuberculosis in a captive cassowary (Casuarius casuarius)
Authors: Krajewska Monika , Czujkowska Agnieszka , Weiner Marcin , Lipiec Marek , Szulowski Krzysztof 
Published: January 2016

Abstract
The paper describes avian tuberculosis in a captive bred cassowary. A two-and-a-half-year-old bird was obtained by a Polish zoo in 2010 from the Netherlands under conditions compliant with the recommendations of the European Association of Zoos and Aquaria. Despite being of small size for the age, the bird appeared healthy and showed no signs of the disease until the day when it was found recumbent in its pen. Later on it was euthanised due to lack of treatment possibilities. Pathological changes typical of avian tuberculosis were found in the liver and spleen. Mycobacterium avium ssp. avium was cultured from both organs.
Photocatalytic reduction of nitro aromatic compounds to amines using a nanosized highly active CdS photocatalyst under sunlight and blue LED irradiation
Authors: Safari Ali , Kazemi Foad 
Published: January 2016

AbstractA variety of aromatic nitro compounds were chemoselectively reduced to the corresponding anilines using conveniently prepared nanosized CdS as a photocatalyst under the sunlight and blue LED irradiation. The results demonstrated that synthesized CdS nanostructures have the potential to provide a promising visible light driven photocatalyst for chemoselective reduction of nitro aromatics in the presence of nitrile and carbonyl groups to the corresponding amines under both sunlight and blue LED irradiation. Photoreduction of nitro aromatics by the prepared nanosized CdS with high surface area was faster than when using the commercially available CdS under both sunlight and LED irradiation. Nanosized CdS photocatalyst was prepared by a simple method without any capping agent. X-ray diffraction (XRD), energy dispersive spectrometry (EDAX), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), N
Innovative approach to treating waste waters by a membrane capacitive deionisation system
Authors: Biro Miša , Vončina Darinka Brodnjak 
Published: January 2016

AbstractThe application of membrane capacitive deionisation was investigated for treating model water samples and real waste waters from the textile industry. For the pre-treatment of waste waters, nanofiltration was integrated in order to prevent scaling and fouling of membranes and electrodes during membrane capacitive deionisation. Different conditions were applied when treating water samples with membrane capacitive deionisation with the aim of optimising conditions for high desalination efficiency and, consequently, for conductivity reduction. The conductivity of waste waters with high salt concentrations was reduced to the required value, below 1.5 mS cm
Chemoenzymatic polycondensation of para-benzylamino phenol
Authors: Yildirim Pinar , Gokturk Ersen , Turac Ersen , Demir Haci O. , Sahmetlioglu Ertugrul 
Published: January 2016

Abstractpara-Benzylamine substituted oligophenol was synthesized via enzymatic oxidative polycondensation of 4-(benzylamino)phenol (BAP). Polymerization involved only the phenolic moiety without oxidizing the sec-amine (benzylamine) group. Chemoselective polycondensation of BAP monomer using HRP enzyme yielded oligophenol with sec-amine functionality on the side-chain. Effects of various factors including solvent system, reaction pH and temperature on the polycondensation were studied. Optimum polymerization process with the highest yield (63 %) and molecular weight (Mn = 5000, degree of polymerization ≈ 25) was achieved using the EtOH/ buffer (pH 5.0; 1 : 1 vol. ratio) at 25°C in 24 h under air. Characterization of the oligomer was accomplished by
Behaviour of selected pesticide residues in blackcurrants ( Ribes nigrum) during technological processing monitored by liquid-chromatography tandem mass spectrometry
Authors: Lozowicka Bozena , Jankowska Magdalena , Kaczynski Piotr 
Published: January 2016

AbstractIn this experiment, the behaviour of ten pesticides on field-sprayed blackcurrants (Ribes nigrum) after washing, juicing and cooking was investigated. The concentration level changes in two acaricides (fenazaquin, propargite), three insecticides (alpha-cypermethrin, deltamethrin and lambdacyhalothrin) and five fungicides (boscalid, bupirimate, difenoconazole, pyraclostrobin, thiophanatemethyl) were quantified. Analysis was carried out using the QuEChERS method followed by chromatographic analysis based on LC-MS/MS. The matrix effects ranged from -(17.4 ± 8.1) % to (15.9 ± 7.8) %. The limits of detection and limits of quantification were 0.003 mg kg
Special values of anticyclotomic L-functions for modular forms
Authors: Chida Masataka , Hsieh Ming-Lun 
Published: January 2016

Abstract
In this article, we generalize some works of Bertolini–Darmon and Vatsal on anticyclotomic L-functions attached to modular forms of weight two to higher weight case. We construct a class of anticyclotomic p-adic L-functions for ordinary modular forms and derive the functional equation and the interpolation formula at all critical specializations. Moreover, we prove results on the vanishing of μ-invariant of these p-adic L-functions and the non-vanishing of central L-values with anticyclotomic twists.
The Bakri balloon implementation during cesarean section without switching to the lithotomy position
Authors: Kaya Baris , Tuten Abdullah , Guralp Onur 
Published: January 2016

Abstract
Bakri balloon implementations for the conservative management of postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) have become more popular in the recent years. The procedure may be regarded as simple, however, it can become a challenging method considering an excessive bleeding patient where there is a race against time. In our daily practice we do not usually use the lithotomy position except for few conditions such as placenta previa, where the lithotomy position is necessary to apply a Bakri balloon during PPH during a cesarean section. Here we would like to present a woman with uterine atony and fundal placenta accreta bleeding, managed with the Bakri balloon without switching to the lithotomy position for the first time in the literature. The bleeding was evaluated successfully with this new method, however, a cesarean hysterectomy was necessary to achieve hemostasis despite the addition of a bilateral uterine artery ligation at the end. The decision to add a vessel ligation to the inflated Bakri balloon should be assessed carefully as uterine artery ligation may be time consuming due to effort of avoiding puncturing the balloon. On the other hand, internal illiac artery ligation may be more advantageous if the surgeon is experienced.
Slovenian Complementary Health Insurance Reform – Dichotomy between the Internal Market and the Social Dimension
Authors: Nikolić Bruno 
Published: January 2016

Abstract
Complementary health insurance is divided between the internal market (market principles) and social dimension, wherein the state has an extremely difficult task, as it must create the conditions necessary for the fair and efficient functioning of the health care financing system. Slovenia has failed to successfully accomplish this task, which consists of both ensuring the social dimension and also facilitating the operation of market principles. The aim of this article is not on the functioning of market principles, which are covered by the field of economics, but is instead on analyzing the dichotomy between the internal market (the rules that govern the functioning of the internal market) and the social dimension (the rules that enable the exercise of the social function), and, in this light, analyzes the legal regulation of the Slovenian complementary health insurance. Analysis of the legal regulation highlights the shortcomings in ensuring the social dimension, shortcomings which are, with the help of the measures proposed in the concluding section of the article, remedied by the author.
Landscape Heritage Protection and Perception in Urban Fringe Area: the Case of southern Part of Warsaw
Authors: Kupidura Adrianna 
Published: January 2016

The inhabitants and local governments may treat landscape heritage resources as a cumbersome legacy, which disrupts development, or may see its potential, which may serve as the cornerstone for building a sense of local identity. These issues shall be of special importance in the case of areas located on the outskirts of cities, which are subject to strong urbanization pressure. New inhabitants of such areas often know nothing about the past and history of the landscape in which they have decided to live.
This article presents two approaches to landscape heritage that can be observed in the southern outskirts of Warsaw. It presents the landscape heritage protection and management policy in those areas, as well as the perception of the elements of this heritage by the local community.