bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
The meaning of hope to palliative care cancer patients
Authors: Flemming Kate 
Published: January 2018

This paper describes a phenomenological study which sought to explore the meaning of hope to patients with cancer who are receiving palliative care. A purposive sample of four patients was interviewed using a semi-structured format. Content analysis of the themes arising from the transcripts identified three specific areas of meaning as influential in maintaining hope; the maintenance of the disease as it existed at the time of interview for the individual, underpinned by a hope for cure; the existence and presence of significant family members, and an anticipated future with them; the maintenance of a positive interest in the individual by health care professionals. All participants identified that loss of control over any of the hope maintaining factors, would cause loss of hope. Within each description of hope were individual meanings. However, the generic themes described the essence of the phenomenon of hope. The study thus identified the existence of hope, its nature and meaning, for those who participated and is a starting point for further research in this area.
The Lived Experience of PLWHA and Partner’s Responses toward the Fulfillment of Sexual Needs
Authors: Supartha I Gede Nyoman Ardi , Waluyo Agung , Kariasa I Made 
Published: January 2018

Background: Every single person including people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) have five basic needs; one of which is a physiological sexual need. Unfortunately, PLWHA face many difficulties in fulfilling their sexual needs due to the stigma and fear of infecting their partner.Purpose: The purpose of this study was to explore the lived experience of PLWHA and partner’s responses toward the fulfillment of sexual needs.Methods: This study was a qualitative descriptive phenomenological research, which collected data through in-depth interviews from fourteen PLWHA in Paramacitta Spirit Foundation, Denpasar. The participants were recruited through snowball sampling, informed and gave consent for their voluntary participation. The data were analyzed using Colaizzi’s phenomenological method.Results: The study revealed five themes describing the sexual experiences of PLWHA, including: (1) the fulfillment of sexual need of PLWHA, (2) the roles of partner for PLWHA, (3) various perceived stimuli which could increase the sexual desire, (4) the perceived factors which could incapacitate the ability and quality of sexual desire, and (5) the efforts to increase sexual capability and quality. Conclusion: Sex was an important need for PLWHA to meet. Despite having a virus, after undergoing anti-retroviral (ARV) treatment, PLWHA felt healthier, and thus they could meet their sexual need like a normal person in general.
Specific horticulture therapy guidelines in the landscaping of Cluj-Napoca hospital facilities – improving mental and behavioural healthcare
Authors: Hitter Timea , Cantor Maria , Buta Erzsebet 
Published: January 2018

Abstract
In the beginning, nature was an irreplaceable environment for humans. The concept of horticulture therapy (HT) denotes the use of ornamental plants to improve people’s health based on the connection between landscape architecture principles, design elements, and guidelines in healthcare facility gardens. In HT, people can improve and maintain health; so, gardens must provide only beneficial effects for users (patient, family, staff), testing design elements, which can be a scroll direction in garden, point of interest, connection with nature. This paper presents a case study analysis of the current landscape architecture standpoint: one of the Cluj-Napoca clinics, where HT can improve patients’ well-being.
Assessment of nutrient content of tomato hybrids for processing
Authors: Ágoston János , Tóth-Horgosi Péter , Kiss Tímea , Tóthné Taskovics Zsuzsanna 
Published: January 2018

Abstract
We have tested the refraction of 6 cultivars of open-field tomatoes. In our work, we have tested the nutritional values of tomato cultivars harvested at different times. Our aim was to answer the question as to which cultivar fulfils the requirements for processing under given circumstances. During harvest time, we also measured the ratio of yellow and red pigments. The trial was conducted in Kecskemét, Hungary, on the trial field of NAIK ZÖKO, in open-field conditions. The refraction measurement was done on weighted tomato, which was then ground to juice and then measured on a tabletop refractometer. The 6 tested cultivars Brix% were measured at 5 different harvest dates, and then the average refraction of the harvest was analysed. The most suitable cultivar for processing was found to be Solerosso.
Effects of land-use changes on soil properties based on reambulated soil profiles
Authors: Balla Dániel , Mester Tamás , Márta László , Molnár Dávid , Barkóczi Norbert , Zichar Marianna , Botos Ágnes , Novák Tibor József 
Published: January 2018

Abstract
In our study, by investigating reambulated soil profiles from the Nagy-Sárrét region in Hungary, we attempt to determine the extent of changes which have occurred due to effects which impacted the landscape in terms of the soil chemistry properties of soil profiles exposed during the Kreybig soil survey more than 70 years ago. Based on the results, in the areas used as grassland, we observed a decrease in pH and an increase in the humus content of the topsoil. The increased CaCO3 following the chemical improvement of the soil which was used as cropland is still characteristic of the area. During the past decades, the investigated soils have been affected by significant changes with regard to water management, which have also modified the investigated parameters. We have classified the reambulated soil profiles among the Solonetz, Vertisol, and Gleysol reference groups based on the World Reference Base of Soil Resources (WRB) diagnostic system.
Historical gardens of the Banat region
Authors: Hegedűs Noémi Melitta 
Published: January 2018

Abstract
The aim of the article is the studying of a frequently seen phenomenon, which is the loss of value as far as some buildings and their surroundings are concerned, which, at the moment of their construction, held great historical and architectural value, but in time they have gradually lost their value due to political, social, and cultural changes. In the Banat region of the first half of the 19th century, we can remark the dominance of the neoclassical style. The parks of the Banat region, apart from their role of satisfying the visual aesthetic appearances, are very well adapted to the place. They are unique, but the pattern after which they were conceived is common, according to the fashion of the era in which they were created. The subject of the research develops around the historical gardens belonging to certain historical monuments. The aim of researching these landscape arrangements is the investigation of the present-day situation and their evolution that has led to their actual transformation.
Phenolic profiling and therapeutic potential of local flora of Azad Kashmir; In vitro enzyme inhibition and antioxidant
Authors: Raza Muhammad Asam , Danish Muhammad , Mushtaq Mahvish , Sumrra Sajjad Hussain , Saqib Zenab , Rehman Shafiq Ur 
Published: January 2018

AbstractThe current study supports the phytochemical screening, evaluation of antioxidant and enzyme inhibition potential and correlations between antioxidant activities and phenolics of Rumex dentatus (Family: Polygonaceae), Mentha spicata (Family: Lamiaceae), Withania somnifera (Family: Solanaceae), Nerium indicum (Family: Apocynaceae) and Artemisia scoparia (Family: Asteraceae). The herbal materials were extracted in ethanol (90%) and partitioned between several solvents based on polarities. Total phenols were determined with FC method and ranged 21.33 ± 1.53 - 355.67 ± 6.03 mg GAE/ mg of the extract. Antioxidant activities (DPPH, total iron reducing capacity, phosphomolybdate assay & FRAP) and enzyme inhibition potential (Protease, AChE & BChE) were performed by the standard protocols. The results showed that all extracts exhibited significant DPPH activity ranging from 12.67 ± 2.08 - 92.67 ± 1.53%. The extracts that were active in DPPH activity also potrayed marvelous FRAP, total iron reducing and phosphomolybdate values. Correlation studies of antioxidant activities and the content of phenolic compounds in plant materials exhibited positive correlation between them. The outcome of enzyme inhibition activity exhibited that about 80% of the fractions under surveillance plants intimated more than 50% inhibition. Isolation of bioactive compounds from these plants is in progress.
Chemical profile, antioxidant activity and cytotoxic effect of extract from leaves of Erythrochiton brasiliensis Nees & Mart. from different regions of Europe
Authors: Baj Tomasz , Kukula-Koch Wirginia , Świątek Łukasz , Zielińska-Pisklak Monika , Adamska-Szewczyk Aldona , Szymczyk Dawid , Rajtar Barbara , Polz-Dacewicz Małgorzata , Skalicka-Woźniak Krystyna 
Published: January 2018

AbstractThe total phenolic content (TPC), total tannin content (TTC) and total flavonoid content (TFC) as well as the antioxidant activity and the cytotoxic effect of the extract from leaves ofErythrochiton brasiliensisNees & Mart. (Rutaceae) were evaluated. Raw material was collected in different European botanical gardens. Statistical analysis revealed a clear grouping of populations according to their climatic zone. The average TPC, TTC and TFC in tested samples were 35.92 (± 7.11) mg GAE·g–1DW, 14.98 (± 4.08) mg PyE·g–1DW and 2.92 (± 0.76) mg QuE·g–1DW, respectively. The scavenged DPPH and Trolox equivalents determined by EPR spectroscopy were 1.23–4.14 and 0.50–1.44 mmol·g–1of dry extract, respectively. Thirteen compounds (derivatives of bezoic acid acid andtrans-cinnammic acid) were identified in the samples. The flavonoid vitexin was also present as the major component in three investigated samples. Thein vitrocytotoxicity test of the extract on Vero cells provided IC50and IC10values of 175.6 and 72.5 μg·mL–1, respectively. Incubation of samples with HHV-1 infected Vero cells had no effect on the occurrence of cytopathic effect.
Isometries of Riemannian and sub-Riemannian structures on three-dimensional Lie groups
Authors: Biggs Rory 
Published: January 2018

Abstract
We investigate the isometry groups of the left-invariant Riemannian and sub-Riemannian structures on simply connected three-dimensional Lie groups. More specifically, we determine the isometry group for each normalized structure and hence characterize for exactly which structures (and groups) the isotropy subgroup of the identity is contained in the group of automorphisms of the Lie group. It turns out (in both the Riemannian and sub-Riemannian cases) that for most structures any isometry is the composition of a left translation and a Lie group automorphism.
Changes in antioxidant enzyme activities in Pinus sylvestris and Larix decidua seedlings after Melolontha melolontha attack
Authors: Skwarek Monika , Patykowski Jacek , Witczak Adrian 
Published: January 2018

AbstractPlants are constantly exposed to the influence of biotic and abiotic stress factors that significantly affect the induction of resistance responses. Biotic factors include bacteria, fungi and insects such as the common cockchafer (Melolontha melolontha) that harm many tree species, including pine and larch. The adult beetles damage needles, while the larvae (grubs) feed on roots. The aim of the experiment was to determine how plants cope with the damage caused by these insects. The activity of antioxidant enzymes such as peroxidase (POD) and superoxide dismutase (SOD) were determined three and six weeks after the insect-induced damage and the results show that the peroxidase activity, as measured with guaiacol (GPOD), was higher in the damaged roots of larch. The POD activity measured with syringaldazine (SPOD) was slightly higher in damaged pine needles as well as pine roots. SOD activity was higher in the damaged roots of both species as compared to the needles. It is believed that changes in the activity of POD and SOD as well as the presence of another form of SOD in the roots of larch, indicate direct involvement of these enzymes in the plants’ response to damage caused by M. melolontha.
Occurrence of brambles (Rubus L.) in young forest plantations on the Kolbuszowa Plateau
Authors: Wolanin Mateusz Marian , Wolanin Magdalena Natalia , Oklejewicz Krzysztof 
Published: January 2018

Abstract
In forests of the Kolbuszowa Plateau, bramble thickets are common mainly in young forest plantations and clear-cut areas. 11 bramble species were found in 20 plantations visited during the field study. The most frequent bramble species in young forest plantations include: Rubus plicatus, R. nessensis, R. hirtus, R. idaeus, while less frequent are: R. gracilis, R. ambrosius and R. apricus. The largest patches of brambles were found in plantations established on sites of mixed pine-oak forest, subcontinental lime-oak-hornbeam forest and dried alder carrs. Rubus thickets in young forest plantations occur together with numerous species characteristic of communities classified into the following classes: Vaccinio-Piceetea, Querco-Fagetea, Epilobietea angustifolii, Molinio-Arrhenatheretea and Nardo-Callunetea. Brambles growing in young forest plantations can be roughly divided into three groups: I - species with thin, prostrate and rooting stems (R. hirtus, R. apricus, R. pedemontanus), which may significantly affect the growth of tree seedlings if bramble specimens or diaspores are present at the time of tree planting; II - species with strong, poorly branched and arcuate stems (R. plicatus, R. gracilis, R. ambrosius, R. glivicensis), whose negative effect on tree seedlings depends on the potential of a tree species to produce quickly a high and dense thicket thereby overshadowing the lower vegetation; III - species with erect and relatively sparsely growing stems (R. idaeus), which do not pose any threat to young forest plantations. Species with intermediate biological traits (e.g. R. nessensis) may have a negative impact on young plantations, as they generate large and dense bush, however, in most cases, their populations grow rather sparsely and do not hinder the development of tree seedlings.
Studies on the Physicochemical and Processing Properties of
Tremella fuciformis Powder
Authors: Zuo Shurong , Zhang Ran , Zhang Yakun , Liu Yong , Wang Junhui 
Published: January 2018

Abstract

Tremella fuciformis is edible and medicinal food since ancient times in China. In this article, the physicochemical and processing properties of Tremella fuciformis powder (TFS) and synergistic interaction with Lotus seed powder (LTS) in aqueous solution were investigated. The elemental compositions of TFS were 1.71 % N, 47.21 % O, 40.35 % C, 6.25 % H and 0.20 % S. Aspartic and Glutamic acids were the major amino acids in TFS for taken about 0.91 % and 1.12 %. TFS dispersion couldn’t form a gel structure at all selected concentrations until the ratio of TFS: LTS was 1:1 at a total concentration of 36 mg/mL. The network strength of TFS/LTS dispersions increased with the total powder concentrations increased during continuous heating from 25°C to 70°C. Gluten, amorphous and crystalline regions, and amorphous starch were observed in mixtures TFS/LTS compared with TFS. TFS/LTS had a more concavo-convex microstructure than TFS due to starch gelatinization in LTS.
Bifurcation Analysis and Chaos Control in a Second-Order Rational Difference Equation
Authors: Din Qamar , Elsadany A. A. , Ibrahim Samia 
Published: January 2018

AbstractThis work is related to dynamics of a second-order rational difference equation. We investigate the parametric conditions for local asymptotic stability of equilibria. Center manifold theorem and bifurcation theory are implemented to discuss the parametric conditions for existence and direction of period-doubling bifurcation and pitchfork bifurcation at trivial equilibrium point. Moreover, the parametric conditions for existence and direction of Neimark–Sacker bifurcation at positive steady state are investigated with the help of bifurcation theory. The chaos control in the system is discussed through implementation of OGY feedback control method. In particular, we stabilize the chaotic orbits at an unstable fixed point by using OGY chaotic control. Finally, numerical simulations are provided to illustrate theoretical results. The computation of the maximum Lyapunov exponents confirms the presence of chaotic behavior in the system.
Electrochemical Corrosion Characteristics of High Strength Low Alloy Domex 700 Steel After Mechanical Surface Treatment in Chloride Environment
Authors: Borko K. , Pastorek F. , Hadzima B. 
Published: January 2018

Abstract
Nowadays a large number of mechanical surface treatments of constructions materials is used in industry, mainly focusing on steel surface treatment. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of mechanical surface pre-treatment (grinding and shot peening) on corrosion resistance of high strength low alloy Domex 700 steel. Suitable mechanical surface treatment can by used for surface homogenization (eg. grinding) or for improvement of mechanical, strength and fatigue properties (shot peening). 0,1M NaCl solution of ambient temperature was used as an environment for electrochemical tests. Evaluation of the mechanical surface treatment effect on corrosion resistance of Domex 700 steel surface was realized by electrochemical tests: potentiodynamic polarization tests (using Tafel analysis) and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (using equivalent circuit). From the obtained results it is possible to conclude, that the process of mechanical surface treatment by shot peening at choosen conditions has negative effect on corrosion resistance of Domex 700 steel.
Analysis of resistance of T91 steel under load in liquid PbBi
Authors: Rozumová L. , Di Gabriele F. , Hojná A. 
Published: January 2018

Abstract
This paper describes behaviour of the ferritic-martensitic steel T91 after long-term exposure in liquid eutectic PbBi. Small specimens of the steel were pre-loaded according to the ISO Standard No. 7539-2 and subsequently exposed to PbBi. The experiment was carried out in a flowing and static liquid metal medium at 350°C. The experimental time was selected for the flowing environment at 1000 hours and for static environment at 2000 hours. After exposure, the specimens were analysed by use SEM and EDX. Surface changes of the specimens from different experimental conditions were compared and discussed. The initiation of the cracks wasn´t observed in the monitored expositions.
Radiation dose and cancer risk estimates in helical CT for pulmonary tuberculosis infections
Authors: Adeleye Bamise , Chetty Naven 
Published: January 2018

Abstract
The preference for computed tomography (CT) for the clinical assessment of pulmonary tuberculosis (PTB) infections has increased the concern about the potential risk of cancer in exposed patients. In this study, we investigated the correlation between cancer risk and radiation doses from different CT scanners, assuming an equivalent scan protocol. Radiation doses from three 16-slice units were estimated using the CT-Expo dosimetry software version 2.4 and standard CT scan protocol for patients with suspected PTB infections. The lifetime risk of cancer for each scanner was determined using the methodology outlined in the BEIR VII report. Organ doses were significantly different (P < 0.05) between the scanners. The calculated effective dose for scanner H2 is 34% and 37% higher than scanners H3 and H1 respectively. A high and statistically significant correlation was observed between estimated lifetime cancer risk for both male (r
2 = 0.943, P < 0.05) and female patients (r
2 = 0.989, P < 0.05). The risk variation between the scanners was slightly higher than 2% for all ages but was much smaller for specific ages for male and female patients (0.2% and 0.7%, respectively). These variations provide an indication that the use of a scanner optimizing protocol is imperative.
The social aspects of urinary incontinence of women
Authors: Klimaszewska Krystyna 
Published: January 2018

Abstract
Introduction. Urinary incontinence refers to men and women, no matter what age they are. Due to the anatomical structure and biological function of women, they suffer from urinary incontinence more often than men. This disorder occurs widely, affecting many women, mainly in the perimenopausal age, and it increases with age. Aim. Analysis of the problem of urinary incontinence among women on the base of not systematic review of the literature. Summary. In the literature, it is highlighted that urinary incontinence of women is linked between the quality of life and the onset of symptoms, including functioning limitations on daily basis. It is a serious health and social problem among women. Conservative treatment in early stage of urinary incontinence may be an effective form of therapy. There is a need to prevent and educate the society in terms of shaping appropriate attitudes and behavioral health, including conservative methods in the treatment of urinary incontinence.
Urinary incontinence as the socioeconomic problem
Authors: Klimaszewska Krystyna , Bartusek Mariola 
Published: January 2018

AbstractIntroduction. Urinary incontinence, meaning irrespective of will leakage of urine, is a serious health problem, and has the status of social disease basing on the epidemiological data concerning number of affected populations suffering from it Taking into consideration the chronic character of the disease and increasing social discomfort including social exclusion, the costs of treatment and rehabilitation should be lower so patients could improve the quality of their lives in other aspects. That is why it is important to deeply analyze the costs of urinary incontinence in terms of diagnostics, treatment and rehabilitation. Aim. Costs analysis related to diagnostics and treatment of urinary incontinence incurred by patient, or co-financed/funded by the National Health Fund on the basis of the literature review. Summary. The few but regularly prepared reports show that there is a clear need for changes in the funding of services provided to patients with health needs. Both the social and economic aspects are important for each patient and should be deeply analysed by public funds decision makers. It would be much easier to take an action if the probability of complete cure was high.
Remote Sensing Observations of Thunderstorm Features in Latvia
Authors: Avotniece Zanita , Briede Agrita , Klavins Maris , Aniskevich Svetlana 
Published: January 2018

AbstractThunderstorms are the most hazardous meteorological phenomena in Latvia in the summer season, and the assessment of their characteristics is essential for the development of an effective national climate and weather prediction service. However, the complex nature of convective processes sets specific limitations to their observation, analysis and forecasting. Therefore, the aim of this study is to analyse thunderstorm features associated with severe thunderstorms observed in weather radar and satellite data in Latvia over the period 2006–2015. The obtained results confirm the applicability of the selected thunderstorm features for thunderstorm nowcasting and analysis in Latvia. The most frequent features observed on days with thunderstorm were maximum radar reflectivities exceeding 50 dBZ and the occurrence of overshooting tops and tilted updrafts, while the occurrence of gravity waves, V-shaped storm structures and small ice particles have been found to be useful indicators of increased thunderstorm severity potential.