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PERAN KELOMPOK BATIK TULIS GIRILOYO DALAM MENDUKUNG KETAHANAN EKONOMI KELUARGA (Studi Di Dusun Giriloyo, Desa Wukirsari, Kecamatan Imogiri, Kabupaten Bantul, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta)
Authors: Nursaid Arif 
Published: November 2016

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui aktivitas dan produktivitas kelompok batik tulis Sekar Arum di Dusun Giriloyo, peran kelompok batik tulis Sekar Arum dalam memberikan kontribusi pada ketahanan ekonomi keluarga di Dusun Giriloyo, Desa Wukirsari, Kecamatan Imogiri, Kabupaten Bantul, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta, serta kendala-kendala dan upaya yang ada di lapangan.Penelitian ini bersifat Mixed Methods Research. Mixed Methods Research pada tahap pertama menggunakan penelitian kualitatif dengan menggunakan wawancara secara terstruktur, observasi dan studi pustaka yang selanjutnya diproses menggunakan uji kuantitatif. Uji kuantitatif pada penelitian ini menggunakan uji koefisien determinasi, uji t, dan uji analisis regresi linear berganda. Data yang digunakan yaitu data primer. Data primer dalam penelitian ini diperoleh dari hasil wawancara mendalam dan menyebar kuesioner. Penelitian ini menggunakan beberapa indikator dalam mengukur ketahanan ekonomi keluarga. Indikator yang digunakan yaitu berasal dari Badan Pusat Statistik, Bank Dunia, Standar UMK, Peraturan Bupati No 21 A Tahun 2007 tentang Indikator Kemiskinan Kabupaten Bantul.Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa keluarga kelompok Sekar Arum tidak terklasifikasi dalam keluarga miskin. Keluarga anggota kelompok Sekar Arum memiliki ketahanan ekonomi keluarga yang tangguh. Kendala yang dihadapi berupa sistem marketing produk batik tulis yang belum optimal, sistem laporan keuangan yang kurang profesional, aksesibilitas yang kurang mendukung, ketersediaan jaringan komunikasi yang sangat minim, dan kurangnya kesadaran dan ketertarikan generasi muda untuk membatik. Rekomendasi berupa pengoptimalan marketing berbagai produk batik tulis Giriloyo, pendampingan pembuatan sistem laporan keuangan, menjalin komunikasi dengan berbagai pihak untuk perbaikan aksesibilitas, menjalin komunikasi intens dengan provider dan pemerintah kabupaten, dan bekerjasama dengan pemerintah untuk pendidikan dan proses regenerasi.
Clinical significance of beta-2-microglobulin, enzymes, cytokines in serum and urine in patients with chronic renal allograft dysfunction
Authors: Trailin A. , Pleten M. , Nikonenko A. , Ostapenko T. , Yefimenko N. 
Published: November 2016

The most investigations of the biomarkers of renal allograft dysfunction (RAD) are limited by early post-operational period and are aimed at diagnosis of acute rejection of renal transplant. This work has aimed to establish additional characteristics of chronic RAD by using non-invasive biomarkers of the blood serum and urine.Materials and methods. 79 patients aged 16 to 59 years (47 men and 32 women) took part in our retrospective study. The alanine aminotransferase (ALT), aspartate aminotransferase (AST), gamma-glutamil transferase (GGT), alkaline phosphatase (ALP), N-acetyl-β-D-glucosaminidase (NAG); interleukins (IL-2, IL-8, IL-10) and beta-2-microglobulin were evaluated.Results. Increased IL-10 and β2-MG serum concentration, and increased urinary concentration and activity of β2-MG, IL-2, IL-8, NAG, AP, AST, GGT were typical for chronic RAD. Only NAG was independently significantly associated with chronic RAD in multivariate regression. From the area under ROC-curves were derived, that β2-MG level in serum and urine, and the activity of NAG in urine had the excellent and good power to classify patients with satisfactory function and chronic RAD.Conclusions. The increase of β2-MG in serum and urine may indicate glomerular and tubular dysfunction, respectively. An increase of urinary NAG indicates the ongoing damage of the tubules. The increase of IL-2 and IL-8 in the urine and IL-10 in serum may indicate the etiology of chronic RAD.
Effects of Warton’s jelly humans mesenchymal stem cells transfected with plasmid containing IL-10 gene to the behavioral response in rats with experimental allergic encephalomyelitis
Authors: Tsymbaliuk V. , Velychko O. , Pichkur O. , Verbovska S. , Shuvalova N. , Toporova O. , Deryabina O. , Pichkur L. 
Published: November 2016

On the model of experimental analogue of human multiple sclerosis we studied the effects of the mesenchymal stem cells transfected with plasmid vector containing gene IL-10 (MSCs-T) on the functional state of the CNS in rats.Materials and methods. The experimental allergic encephalomyelitis (EАЕ) was induced with spinal cord homogenate of rats with complete Freund’s adjuvant. The mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) were isolated by the explants technique from Wharton’s jelly of the human umbilical cord and culture up to two passages. Then the MSCs of second passage were transfected of plasmid vector with gene IL-10 and marker gene of green fluorescent protein. Cell transplantation was performed suboccipitally on the 17th day at a dose of 1 million cells in 100 µl of saline per animal.Results. In the open field test we have established that the use of MSCs-T transfected with gene IL-10 suppressed the vertical locomotor activity and elevated the emotional activity as well as partially corrects horizontal locomotor activity indexes which approach the indexes of intact animals.Conclusions. The use of MSCs transfected with plasmid vector with gene IL-10 in the rats with induced EAE is more effective method than treatment using non-transfected MSCs. Combined treatment with IL-10 + MSCs in ЕАЕ rats is more effective than treatment with transfected МSCs.
Structural-functional organisation of the bone marrow hematopoietic stem cells niches
Authors: Nikolskaya E. , Butenko G. 
Published: November 2016

This article focuses on (1) the analysis of the structural-functional organization of bone marrow niches of the hematopoietic stem cells, (2) the role of the intercellular contact interactions and humoral regulation factors in these niches, in particular CXCL12, SCF and TGFβ, and (3) the intracellular signal pathways: Notch, Wnt and Shh. The two types of niches, switching from one into another: endosteal niches located on the endost surface at the borderline with bone marrow cavity and the vascular niches included into bone marrow parenchyma. It is emphasized that the main role in the formation of the niches of both types is ascribed to the multipotent stromal cells, which serve as a base for differentiation of the osteoblasts, spindle-shaped N-cadherin+CD45– osteoblasts (SNO-cells), nestin-expressing cells (Nes+ cells), cells with leptin receptor (Lepr+ cells), abundant producing CXCL12 reticular cells (CAR-cells) and NG2-pericytes. The endothelial cells are no less important. Also, the adipocytes, osteoclasts, macrophages and megakaryocytes, regulatory T-cells and neuronal cells are involved in the niche functioning. It is postulated that osteoblasts and CAR-cells play a crucial role in the genesis of immune system cells: common lymphoid precursors, B-lymphocytes, natural killer and dendritic cells.
Factors influencing the spread of pertussis in households: a prospective study, Catalonia and Navarre, Spain, 2012 to 2013
Authors: Godoy Pere , García-Cenoz Manuel , Toledo Diana , Carmona Glòria , Caylà Joan A , Alsedà Miquel , Àlvarez Josep , Barrabeig Irene , Camps Neus , Plans Pere , Company María , Castilla Jesús , Sala-Farré Maria-Rosa , Muñoz-Almagro Carmen , Rius Cristina , Domínguez Àngela ,   for the Transmission of Pertussis in Households Working Group
Published: November 2016

We aimed to investigate transmission rates of pertussis in household contacts of cases and factors associated with transmission. A prospective epidemiological study was conducted in 2012 and 2013 to determine the incidence of pertussis among household contacts of reported cases in Catalonia and Navarre, Spain. An epidemiological survey was completed for each case and contact, who were followed for 28 days to determine the source of infection (primary case) and detect the occurrence of secondary cases. Odds ratios (ORs) were used to estimate the effectiveness of vaccination and chemoprophylaxis in preventing new cases, using the formula (1 − OR) × 100. For the 688 primary cases, a total of 2,852 contacts were recorded. The household transmission rate was 16.1% (459/2,852) and rose according to the age (> 18 years) and lack of immunisation of the primary cases, and also the age (0–18 years), family relationship (siblings and children), lack of vaccination and chemoprophylaxis of contacts. Pertussis vaccine effectiveness in preventing new cases was 65.0% (95% confidence interval (CI): 11.6 to 86.2) for full vaccination (≥ 4 doses) and 59.7% (95% CI: −6.8 to 84.8) for incomplete vaccination (< 4 doses). The effectiveness of chemoprophylaxis was 62.1% (95% CI: 40.3 to 75.9). To reduce household transmission, contacts should be investigated to detect further cases and to administer chemoprophylaxis. The current vaccination status of cases and contacts can reduce household transmission.
Practices in Using and Handling Household Cleaning Products in Egypt
Authors: Abdelgalil Mona Sharaf 
Published: November 2016

Abstract
The objective of this study is to investigate woman's practices and perceptions of using and handling of household cleaning products using qualitative and ergonomics methodology developed to reveal skills in daily life activities. A checklist and an open ended questionnaire were used in which the participants were observed and asked about the frequency of performing cleaning tasks, average monthly consumption of detergent, strategies employed for mixing products, various habits employed in cleaning, storage practices, strategies for personal protection and sharing the cleaning activities with family members. A non-probability sample of 228 volunteers, who were housewives, both employed and non-employed, with different levels of education were recruited for this study. Data were analyzed using SPSS software program. Results showed that children also contributed in domestic chores exposing themselves to chemicals. Women stated that they mixed different detergents together and over-consumed detergents. Contrasting results between the employed and non-employed women were found to be the duration of cleaning, the quantity of consumed laundry detergent and the measures of precautions and safety. The participants were consistently exposed to chemical detergents and minimal precautionary measures were taken. Cleanliness and hygiene have strong cultural values to women who prioritized those values over excessive exposure to chemicals.
Flotation Selectivity of Novel Alkyl Dicarboxylate Reagents for Calcite-Fluorite Separation
Authors: Karlkvist Tommy , Patra Anuttam , Bordes Romain , Holmberg Krister , Rao Kota Hanumantha 
Published: November 2016

Abstract
A series of amino acid-based surfactants with a fixed alkyl chain length and with two carboxyl groups separated by a spacer of one, two or three carbon atoms have been synthesized and evaluated as potential collectors for flotation of calcite and fluorite. A monocarboxylate amino acid-based surfactant having the same length of the hydrocarbon tail was also included for comparison in the study. Experiments using a Hallimond flotation tube showed that although the flotation reagents solely differ in terms of spacer, their efficacy in terms of flotation recovery varied very much. Whereas on calcite at pH 10.5 only the monocarboxylate collector gave a high yield, on fluorite at the same pH both the monocarboxylate and the dicarboxylate collectors with one carbon between the carboxyl groups gave good results. On calcite at the natural pH the monocarboxylate collector was most efficient but the dicarboxylate collectors with a two- and a three-carbon spacer also gave a reasonable recovery. On fluorite at the natural pH the dicarboxylate collectors with a two- and a three-carbon spacer were most efficient. The ζ-potential and the flotation recovery of the mineral particles as a function of added collector were assessed and the adsorption was also monitored by diffuse reflectance infra-red spectroscopy. Taken together, the results showed that small changes in the head group region of the collector can radically affect flotation recovery. This type of knowledge is important to understand flotation selectivity in a mixture of similar minerals.
Laser Welding Process in PP Molding Parts: Evaluation of Seam Performance
Authors: Oliveira N. , Pontes A. J. 
Published: November 2016

Abstract
New welding technologies have been implemented in the polymer processing industry in the past few years. Additionally, the most used polymer in complex products is polypropylene. This material can also be mixed with several additives, namely glass fiber, carbon nanotubes, etc. This compatibility with different additives allows products with characteristics that range from impact absorption to electrical conductivity. When it is necessary to join components in PP, they can be welded by hot plate, ultrasonic or laser welding. The present research aims at studying the influence of variables capable of influencing the final quality of the seam, namely those related to injection molding, such as mold temperature and cooling time, laser welding variables and materials, and how laser welding interacts with PP. The results showed that the most influential variables were mold temperature, laser velocity and laser diameter. The seams were analyzed using optical microscopy. They showed perfect contact between the components, despite the high standard variation present in the mechanical tests.
Polymer Bioprocessing to Fabricate 3D Scaffolds for Tissue Engineering
Authors: Guarino V. , D’Albore M. , Altobelli R. , Ambrosio L. 
Published: November 2016

Abstract
Traditional methods for polymer processing involve the use of hazardous organic solvents which may compromise the biological function of scaffolds in tissue engineering. Indeed, the toxic effect of them on biological microenvironment has a tremendous impact on cell fate so altering the main activities involved in in vitro tissue formation. To date, extensive researches focus on seeking newer methods for bio-safely processing polymeric biomaterials to be implanted in the human body. Here, we aim at over viewing two approaches based on solvent free or green solvent based processes in order to identify alternative solutions to fabricate bio-inspired scaffolds to be successfully used in regenerative and degenerative medicine.
Development of an Immiscible Polymer/Polymer/Nanoparticle System to Assess the Location of Nanoparticles by Quantitative Optical Microscopy
Authors: Johansen L. H. B. , Canto L. B. , Canevarolo S. V. 
Published: November 2016

Abstract
The thermo-optical behavior of immiscible PS/PC blends filled with silica nanoparticles was studied in order to get some information upon the location of nanoparticles in the polymer blend phases and interface using optical microscopy. The systems were designed taking into account rheological and optical requirements, having droplet-matrix morphology, with particle size in the range of the visible light wavelength. The melt blending procedure helped to set the nanoparticles at specific locations including within the PC minor phase, PS matrix phase and PS/PC interphase, which was confirmed via transmission electron microscopy. The light scattering was measured via the normalized transmitted light intensity over temperature, encompassing the Tg of the two polymers. The PS/PC blends showed an increase in the light scattering as compared to the pure polymers, which is magnified upon increasing the PC content. The addition of the nanosilica forming PS/PC/Nanosilica systems greatly reduces the light scattering, particularly above the Tg of the PS phase. The use of hydrophilic nanosilica does not show any appreciable hysteresis upon comparing data from heating and cooling cycles. This type of silica stays mainly trapped within the PC dispersed phase, little interfering with the light scattering, which happens at the polymer-polymer interface. On the other hand, the use of hydrophobic nanosilica does show a clear hysteresis. The hydrophobic silica located at the PS/PC interphase, interfere with the light scattering intensity at this interface, and can be used to identify its presence. The proposed procedure can help control the mixing process, thus improving the effective action of the nanoparticles in the final properties of polymer systems.
Crystallinity-Based Product Design: Utilizing the Polymorphism of Isotactic PP Homo- and Copolymers
Authors: Gahleitner M. , Mileva D. , Androsch R. , Gloger D. , Tranchida D. , Sandholzer M. , Doshev P. 
Published: November 2016

Abstract
The polymorphism of isotactic polypropylene (iPP) in combination with the strong response of this polymer to nucleation can be utilized for expanding the application range of this versatile polymer. Based on three “case studies” related to β-iPP pressure pipes, ethylene-propylene (EP) random copolymers for thin-wall injection molding and transparency and sterilization resistance of cast films we demonstrate ways of combining polymer composition, nucleation and process settings to achieve the desired application performance. The importance of considering interactions between polymer design, nucleation and processing parameters for designing application properties is highlighted.
The Three-Phase Structure of Random Butene-1/Ethylene Copolymers
Authors: Di Lorenzo M. L. , Androsch R. , Stolte I. , Righetti M. C. 
Published: November 2016

AbstractThe three-phase arrangement of random copolymers of butene-1 with ethylene was investigated and compared with isotactic poly(butene-1) homopolymer (iPB-1). In all the analyzed compositions, isothermal crystallization leads to a three-phase structure, made of one crystal phase and two amorphous fractions that differ in mobility: the mobile amorphous fraction (MAF), made of the polymer chains that relax at the glass transition, and a rigid amorphous fraction (RAF) made of the amorphous segments coupled with the crystal phase. Copolymerization with ethylene leads to a drop in crystal fraction and to a sizable increase of both the RAF, and of the specific RAF, i.e. of the RAF normalized to crystallinity. Analysis of crystal growth rate allowed quantifying the fold surface free energy, which increases of about 50 to 100% in the copolymers, compared to iPB-1 homopolymer. In the butene-1/ethylene random copolymers, ethylene units are mostly excluded from the crystals and accumulate at the crystal/amorphous interphase, thus affecting the rigid amorphous area. The varied composition and higher mobility of the rigid amorphous fraction of the copolymers affects also the Form II to Form I transformation of poly(butene-1) crystals, which occurs with enhanced kinetics in the copolymers, compared to iPB-1 homopolymer.
Safety and improvement of movement function after stroke with atomoxetine: A pilot randomized trial
Authors: Ward Andrea , Carrico Cheryl , Powell Elizabeth , Westgate Philip M. , Nichols Laurie , Fleischer Anne , Sawaki Lumy 
Published: November 2016

Background: Intensive, task-oriented motor training has been associated with neuroplastic reorganization and improved upper extremity movement function after stroke. However, to optimize such training for people with moderate-to-severe movement impairment, pharmacological modulation of neuroplasticity may be needed as an adjuvant intervention. Objective: Evaluate safety, as well as improvement in movement function, associated with motor training paired with a drug to upregulate neuroplasticity after stroke. Methods: In this double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled study, 12 subjects with chronic stroke received either atomoxetine or placebo paired with motor training. Safety was assessed using vital signs. Upper extremity movement function was assessed using Fugl-Meyer Assessment, Wolf Motor Function Test, and Action Research Arm Test at baseline, post-intervention, and 1-month follow-up. Results: No significant between-groups differences were found in mean heart rate (95% CI, –12.4–22.6; p = 0.23), mean systolic blood pressure (95% CI, –1.7–29.6; p = 0.21), or mean diastolic blood pressure (95% CI, –10.4–13.3; p = 0.08). A statistically significant between-groups difference on Fugl-Meyer at post-intervention favored the atomoxetine group (95% CI, 1.6–12.7; p = 0.016). Conclusion: Atomoxetine combined with motor training appears safe and may optimize motor training outcomes after stroke.
Recherches sur Nisotra gemella (Erichson, 1834), l'altise du kenaf (Hibiscus sabdariffa L.) en Thaïlande. Sélection trophique du complexe Nisotra/Podagrica (Col. Chrysomelidae Alticinae)
Authors: Jolivet Pierre 
Published: November 2016

Nisotra gemella (Erichson, 1834) is an important pest of kenaf (Hibiscus spp.) in Thailand. Food-plant selection of the Podagrica/ Nisotra complex is reviewed. Generally Malvaceae are the normal diet, but some cases of allotrophy are known, even among N. gemella. Cotton can be rarely and slightly attaked in Thailand by some Nisotra, perhaps N. gemella, but the species has not yet the status of pest.
A short study of the life-history of the leaf-beetle is given but chemical control for economical reasons is not advised in Thailand. Biological control, if feasible, would be a better choice. (Department of Agriculture Bangkhen, Bangkok.)
Contribution à l'étude physico-chimique de quelques sources du bassin versant du Gapeau (Var)
Authors: Ollier Joseph 
Published: November 2016

L'auteur donne un bref aperçu sur les conditions physico-chimiques des eaux de quelques sources du bassin versant du Gapeau prospectées mensuellement au cours des années 1967-1968.
Elles se caractérisent par leur température constante (exception pour la source de Pignans qui varie en fonction des saisons), leur pH alcalin (sauf la source de Pignans qui est acide) et leur hétérogénéité ionique.
STELLAR FLARES IN THE CSTAR FIELD: RESULTS FROM THE 2008 DATA SET
Authors: Liang En-Si , Wang Songhu , Zhou Ji-Lin , Zhou Xu , Zhang Hui , Xie Jiwei , Liu Huigen , Wang Lifan , Ashley M. C. B. 
Published: November 2016

ABSTRACT
The Chinese Small Telescope ARray (CSTAR) is the first Chinese astronomical instrument placed in Antarctica. It is a group of four identical, fully automatic

telescopes, with a field of view (FOV) of

centered on the South Celestial Pole. Placed at Antarctic Dome A, CSTAR is designed to provide high-cadence photometry for site monitoring and variable sources detection. During the 2008 observing season, CSTAR took high-precision photometric data of 18,145 stars around the South Celestial Pole. At

and 12, the photometric precision reaches ∼8 mmag and ∼30 mmag with a cadence of 20 s or 30 s, respectively. Using a robust detection method, we have found 15 stellar flares on 13 sources, including two classified variables. We have also found a linear relation between the decay times and the total durations of the stellar flares. The details of all the detected flares along with their stellar properties are presented in this work.