bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Correlation Between Glycated Hemoglobin and Homa Indices in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: Prediction of Beta-Cell Function from Glycated Hemoglobin / Korelacija Između Glikoliziranog Hemoglobina I Homa Indeksa U Dijabetes Melitusu Tipa 2: Predviđanje Funkcije Beta Ćelija Na Osnovu Glikoliziranog Hemoglobina
Authors: Al-Hakeim Hussein Kadhem , Abdulzahra Mohammed Saied 
Published: April 2014

Summary
Background: The present study aimed to determine the most efficient insulin resistance function related to gly - cemic control expressed as glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) in type 2 diabetes mellitus patients (T2DM). The other aim is to derive equations for the prediction of beta cell functions containing HbA1c as a parameter in addition to fasting glucose and insulin.
Methods: T2DM Patients were grouped according to the following: (1) degree of control (good, fair, and poor control) and (2) insulin resistance as observed in obtained data and significant differences revealed by the homeostasis model assessment (HOMA) of related parameters (insulin resistance = HOMA2IR, beta-cell function = HOMA%B, and in sulin sensitivity = HOMA%S) among groups. Corre - lations and forecasting regression analysis were calculated.
Results: HbA1c was found to be correlated with insulin resistance parameters in T2DM subgroups. This correlation was also significantly correlated with HOMA%B and the quantitative insulin sensitivity check index (QUICKI) in fair and poor control groups. Regression analysis was used to predict the forecasting equations for HOMA%B. The best applicable equations were derived for healthy control (HOMA2%B=-1.76*FBG+5.00*Insulin+4.69*HbA1c+189.84) and poor control groups (HOMA2%B=0.001* FBG+0.5*Insulin-8.67*HbA1c+101.96). These equations could be used to predict b-cell function (HOMA%B) after FBG, insulin and HbA1c values were obtained for healthy and poor control groups. In the good and fair control groups, the applicability of the HOMA model fails to yield appropriate results.
Conclusions: Beta-cell function is correlated with QUICKI and HbA1c and could be predicted properly from HbA1c, insulin, and glucose in the healthy and poor control groups. New regression equations were established that involve HbA1c.
APPLICATION OF METAMODELLING TECHNIQUES FOR MECHANIZED TUNNEL SIMULATION
Authors: Khaledi Kavan , Schanz Tom , Miro Shorash 
Published: April 2014

Abstract
Complex engineering problems require using computation- ally expensive simulations which take relatively long time. In such cases, routine tasks such as design optimization, parameter identification, or sensitivity analysis become impractical since they require thousands or even millions of simulations. A common practice for engineers to solve this problem is to use metamodels in place of actual simulation models. In this paper, we investigate the performance of four metamodelling approaches, namely, Response Surface Methodology, Moving Least Squares, POD-RBF, and Neighborhood Approximation considering the effect of sample size and sampling methods. Our main goal in this work is to find a reliable and robust metamodel technique in order to construct an approximated function for mechanized tunnel simulation. For this reason, a numerical study is carried out on a 3D tunnel modeled in Plaxis3D and the accuracy and robustness of the aforementioned metamodelling techniques are discussed
Modified pid control design for roll fin actuator of nonlinear modelling of the fishing boat
Authors: Alarçin Fuat , Demirel Hakan , Ertugrul Su M. , Yurtseven Ahmet 
Published: April 2014

ABSTRACT
This study aims to reduce roll motion of a fishing boat which arises from disturbing hydrodynamic effects by means of fin roll stabilizer. It is assured that roll motion with nonlinear damping and restoring moment coefficients are down to the desired level through classical PID and modified PID algorithms. At the time of sailing, stability, a very important concept, was examined using Lyapunov direct method taking initial conditions into consideration, and it was noted that the system was generally stable. In addition, NACA 0015 model was used for the fin roll stabilizer, and flow analysis was carried out with Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) method. In the simulation results, when the same gains were used, modified PID controller algorithms were relatively more effective compared to PID in the fin roll stabilizer system.
Evolutionary sets of safe ship trajectories with speed reduction manoeuvres within traffic separation schemes
Authors: Szłapczyński Rafał 
Published: April 2014

ABSTRACT
In the previous paper the author presented the evolutionary ship trajectory planning method designed to support Traffic Separation Schemes (TSS). This time the extensions of this method are described which allow to combine evolutionary trajectory planning with speed reduction manoeuvres. On TSS regions with higher than usual density of traffic and smaller distances between ships, the course alterations alone are not always sufficient or effective means of collision avoidance. Therefore they must be supplemented by speed reduction manoeuvres to a larger extent than on open waters. The paper includes a brief description of the optimisation problem, descriptions of the new elements of the method (fitness function, algorithms and the evolutionary cycle) and the examples of how the extended method successfully solves the problems unsolvable without applying speed reduction.
Regression Analysis of Principal Dimensions and Speed of Aircraft Carriers
Authors: Bi J.Y. , Zong Z. 
Published: April 2014

ABSTRACT
In this paper empirical formulas relating the speed to principal dimensions of aircraft carriers have been obtained through regression analysis of the data of 105 aircraft carriers. To reduce uncertainty as much as possible, aircraft carriers are classified into several different categories. In each category, regression analysis is separately performed such that a variety of regression (empirical) formulas have thus been obtained for possible use at the initial design stage of a carrier. The goodness of fit of these formulas is finally analyzed through variance analysis.
Monitoring of underdeck corrosion by using acoustic emission method
Authors: Emilianowicz Krzysztof 
Published: April 2014

ABSTRACT
This paper presents first short characteristics of underdeck corrosion process as well as a problem of its monitoring. Next is described an acoustic emission (AE) method elaborated by Department of Ship Technology, Quality Systems and Material Engineering, Gdańsk University of Technology in cooperation with partners of CORFAT project realized within 7th EU Frame Program. Further are presented short characteristics of the emission process, used measuring instrumentation of Vallen Systeme GmbH, as well as TESTER, corrosion testing device, and a corrosion solution used in the tests. Finally, results of the tests performed on selected marine units, are presented.
On the oribatid and mesostigmatid mites (Acari) of the High Arctic island of Hopen
Authors: Coulson Stephen J. , Schatz Heinrich , Gwiazdowicz Dariusz J. , Solhøy Torstein 
Published: April 2014

AbstractThe archipelago of Svalbard in the European High Arctic lies on the convergence of the Palaearctic and Nearctic flora and fauna and contains elements of both regions. The island of Hopen is located in the south east of the archipelago within the path of the cold south−westerly flowing East Svalbard Current originating in the Arctic ocean and flowing along the north Russian coast. This current is postulated as a colonization route of the invertebrate fauna of Svalbard. Few reports of the terrestrial invertebrates of Hopen exist and none of the mite suborders Oribatida or Mesostigmata. With the taxonomic confusion existing in the inventories of this important region of the Arctic, new sampling campaigns with species identified by modern taxonomic principles and with material deposited in accessible museums and collections are essential. Identified mites included six species of oribatid mites with Diapterobates notatus dominating, and five species of Mesostigmata with Zercon forsslundi forming the dominant species. None of the species collected was a new record for Svalbard and all have wide circumpolar, Palaearctic or Holarctic distributions. Dispersal to Svalbard from northern Russia is hence neither supported nor rejected. The expected oribatid and mesostigmatid diversity of the island is greater than observed from the limited sampling described here.
Depositional conditions and petroleum potential of the Middle Triassic Passhatten Member (Bravaisberget Formation), Spitsbergen
Authors: Karcz Przemysław 
Published: April 2014

Abstract
The Passhatten Member (Anisian-Ladinian) is the most westward exposure of the Middle Triassic sedimentary sequence of Spitsbergen. The member has an average organic carbon of 2.21 wt %. The sediments were deposited in a shallow shelf environment under conditions of high biological productivity stimulated by a well−developed upwelling system and an enhanced nutrient supply from land areas. The high biological productivity caused a high supply of organic particles to the shelf bottom. Decomposition of organic matter initiated oxygen deficiency in the bottom waters; however, bottom water dynamics on the shallow shelf temporarily replenished the oxygen. Consequently, the Passhatten Mb section is bioturbated, even in thick black shale horizons and consists of alternately spaced lithological layers with variable organic carbon content. The organic matter is dominated by type II kerogen with a mixture of strongly altered marine and/or land derived organic matter. Calculated initial hydrogen index values suggest oil−prone organic matter similar to kerogen I and II types. The organic matter is in the upper intermediate stage of thermo−cata− lytic alteration, close to the cata- and metagenetic boundary. Maturity indicators including Rock−Eval, Maximum Temperature, Organic Matter Transformation Ratio, Residual Car− bon content, as well as the volume of methane generated suggest mature to overmature organic matter. Methane potential retained in the black shales sequence is significant. Unexpelled gas is estimated at 395 mcf/ac−ft for the examined section.
Vertical migration of Siphonophora (Cnidaria) and their productivity in the Croker Passage, the Antarctic
Authors: Panasiuk-Chodnicka Anna A. , Żmijewska Maria I. , Mańko Maciej 
Published: April 2014

Abstract
The population structure, seasonal and diel changes in vertical distribution of two siphonophore species, Dimophyes arctica and Pyrostephos vanhoeffeni, in Croker Passage (Antarctic Peninsula) are examined, and compared with the results obtained by other au− thors in various oceanic areas. Zooplankton samples were taken at discrete depth intervals between 0 and 1200 m during day and night shifts, in both summer and winter seasons. Dimophyes arctica was present both in polygastric and eudoxid forms, with the latter being dominant throughout the entire study period. The results obtained demonstrate that Antarc− tic waters clearly enhance the reproductive ability of this species when compared with spec− imens from other oceanic regions. Maximum densities of Dimophyes arctica were recorded in December in the 200-400 m depth horizon. However, high concentrations of eudoxids were also recorded at deeper parts of the water column. Pyrostephos vanhoeffeni was, in contrast, most abundant in autumn and winter, and both species were found to proliferate and disperse or sink further down the water column during autumn and winter. Daily verti− cal migration was observed only during the summer period.
A Critical Realist Perspective on Decisions Involving Risk and Uncertainty
Authors: Ranyard Rob 
Published: April 2014

AbstractThe relevance to decision research of recent advances in the philosophy of social science is considered. The critical realism of Roy Bhaskar argues for the identification of contextually contingent explanatory mechanisms at multiple levels based on concepts grounded in intersubjectively shared reality. Using examples from the author’s and other’s research on the psychology of decisions involving risk and uncertainty, this paper explores the implications of taking a critical realist approach. It is argued that critical realism has the potential to advance and unify disparate experimental and naturalistic lines of research. Furthermore, a diverse range of experimental, process-tracing and observational methods can play important complementary roles in developing fruitful critical realist explanations of decisions involving risk and uncertainty
The confidence-frequency effect: A heuristic process explanation
Authors: Dida Fleisig , Dan Zakay 
Published: April 2014

Abstract
People’s feelings of confidence in the correctness of their knowledge while answering a knowledge test can be inferred in two ways: either by averaging the values of specific confidence values assigned to each item in a test (local confidence) or by asking after the termination of the test for an evaluation of the number of correct answers regarding the entire test (global confidence). Surprisingly, when local and global confidence values of the same test are compared, global confidence tends to be significantly lower than local confidence (the confidence frequency effect). In the present study a heuristic process explanation for the effect is presented and its validity is empirically tested. The global confidence heuristic (GCH) process is based on the ability of participants to recall, after a test was completed, the frequencies of specific confidence values which were assigned to the test’s items. Participants build their global confidence by adding about half the number of their guessed answers, to the number of questions with sure answers. The proposed GCH process was supported quantitatively. A content analysis on retrospective explanations provided by participants indicated that this process was feasible. Further research is needed in order to fully explore the power of the explanation suggested here for the confidence-frequency effect
FROST WEATHERING OF SELECTED ROCKS FROM THE TATRA MOUNTAINS
Authors: Lubera Ewa 
Published: April 2014

Abstract
The paper summarises the progress of a frost weathering simulation experiment involving a range of rocks after more than 300 gelation cycles. Samples of granite, conglomerate, sandstone, dolomite, limestone and amphibolite were sourced in the Chochołowska Valley, Tatra Mts. The simulation project, which continues at the Low Temperature Laboratory of the Jagiellonian University, Cracow, is set to quantify the resistance of the rocks to frost weathering by measuring the number of gelation cycles after which the samples are damaged. At the end of the project, the degree of damage will be assessed using the percentage loss of the initial sample weight and a frost weathering indicator. So far, little damage has been recorded overall, with the dolomite samples losing the highest percentage of their initial weight at nearly 6%. The paper also presents results of physical tests of the rocks, including their strength, porosity and density, which provide a useful insight into the interpretation of differences in frost weathering resistance.
Assessment of temozolomide action encapsulated in chitosan and polymer nanostructures on glioblastoma cell lines
Authors: Abrudan C. , Florian I.S. , Baritchii A. , Soritau O. , Dreve S. , Tomuleasa C. , Petrushev B. 
Published: April 2014

Abstract
Purpose : Glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) remains one of the most devastating diseases known to mankind and affects more than 17,000 patients in the United States alone every year. This malignancy infiltrates the brain early in its course and makes complete neurosurgical resection almost impossible. Recent years have brought significant advances in tumor biology. Many cancers, including gliomas, appear to be supported by cells with stemlike properties. Nanoparticles are excellent candidates to serve as delivery vectors of drugs or biologically active molecules because of their unique chemical and physical properties that result in specific transportation and deposition of such agents in specific organs and tissues..
In the current study we have investigated the in vitro action of nanostructural systems (temozolomide encapsulated in chitosan and polymer nanostructures) on high-grade gliomaderived cancer stem cells (CSCs), with the intention of developing a new therapy to treat specific brain tumors with increased efficacy and minimal toxicity. In vitro cytotoxicity and apoptosis measurements indicated that the drug/vector combination facilitated the ability of the alkylating drug TMZ to alter the resistance of these cancer stem cells, suggesting a new chemotherapy strategy even for patients diagnosed with inoperable or recurrent malignant gliomas
Methods : At the National Institute for R & D of Isotopic and Molecular Technologies form Cluj Napoca were synthesized three types of nanostructures chitosan-TMZ, TMZ-chitosan-PEG (polyethylene glycol), TMZ-chitosan-PPG (polypropylene glycol). Three type of cell lines (Glioma-derived stem, HFL and HUVEC) were treated with the 3 types of nanostructures and the survival rate of the cells was compare to standard therapy (TMZ).
Results : The results showed a reduction in the rate of survival of the tumor cells. Cell proliferation assays clearly demonstrate the differences betweenconventional chemotherapy (TMZ) and temozolomide encapsulated in chitosan and polymer nanostructures.
Conclusion: Nanostructures like chitosan, PEG, PPG are useful as vectors for drugs transport. Despite combined therapy (surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy), currently median patient survival is reduced. The key to improving life expectancy could be an effective therapy targeted, customized for each case. An increasingly important role will be new methods of treatment such as immunotherapy, gene therapy or nanotherapy.
Clinical implications of internal carotid artery tortuosity, kinking and coiling: a systematic review
Authors: Zenteno M. , Viñuela F. , Moscote-Salazar L.R. , Alvis-Miranda H. , Zavaleta R. , Flores A. , Rojas A. , Lee A. 
Published: April 2014

Abstract
Anatomical variations of the internal carotid artery are diverse. Abnormalities in their geometry and paths are commonly identified by ultrasonography and angiography. The surgical correction of symptomatic CAs is better in preventing stroke compared with best medical therapy, as well as it completely eliminates the symptoms in patients with nonhemispheric symptoms. The ICA anomalies may be dangerous and represent a risk factor for massive bleeding. Suture ligatures can penetrate and occlude torn vessels, scalpels or biting instruments can lacerate vessels, and indirectly conducted electric cauterization can burn the soft of bony tissues
Transverse cervical skin incision and vertical platysma splitting approach for anterior cervical vertebral column exposure
Authors: Agrawal Amit , Malleswara Rao G. 
Published: April 2014

Abstract
Anterior surgical approaches provide direct access to symptomatic areas of the cervical spine, allow management of the vast spectrum of cervical spine pathologies and there are many articles in the literature that discussed these techniques in detail. Cosmesis is an important issue for patients who undergone surgeryon neck structures as an improperly placed incision attracting significant morbidity and few publications discuss this issue in details. The purpose of the present article is to describe our experience with transverse cervical skin incision and vertical platysma splitting approach for anterior cervical vertebral column exposure.
Thermal and snow conditions of winters and winter floods on example of Zagożdżonka River
Authors: Hejduk Agnieszka , Hejduk Leszek 
Published: April 2014

Abstract
Thermal and snow conditions of winters and winter floods on example of Zagożdżonka River. Thermal and snowy conditions in Zagożdżonka River catchment during hydrological years 2003-2013 and winter floods are presented in paper. The meteorological and hydrological data, such as maximum, minimum, mean diurnal air temperatures, daily snow cover depth, and water discharge, collected at Czarna station (WULS-SGGW) have been used. Meteorological conditions were analyzed using indexes proposed by Paczos. Temperate cold and extraordinarily low snowy winters has dominated in Zagożdżonka catchment in presented period of time. Winter floods as a result of snowmelt have been observed almost each year, except 2008 when winter was mild and extremely low snowy. The relation between winter severity index (WOz) and winter snowiness index (WSn) has been estimated, as well as the relation between winter snowiness index and maximum discharge (Qmax).
Extramammary Paget’s Disease in the Pubic Region: a Case Report
Authors: Stojanović Slobodan , Vučković Nada , Jeremić Pavle , Jeremić Biljana 
Published: April 2014

Abstract
The authors present a case of a patient with extramammary Paget’s disease in the pubic region treated by a dermatologist with a private practice for almost 4 years before incisional biopsy was performed. A thorough examination showed no evidence of malignancies of internal organs, whereas definite diagnosis was made by excision of the entire skin lesion and histopathological analysis. With regard to multiple criteria, findings in our patient were consistent with current literature data, but interestingly, the primary extramammary Paget’s disease has not spread into deeper tissues.
Cheilitis Glandularis Apostematosa in a Female Patient – a Case Report
Authors: Paravina Mirjana 
Published: April 2014

Abstract
Cheilitis is an inflammatory condition of the vermilion border of the lips, which is the junction between the skin and the mucosa. Cheilitis may arise as a primary disorder of the vermilion zone; the inflammation may extend from the nearby skin, or less often from the oral mucosa. Primary cheilitis lesions are either superficial or deep. Deep types include cheilitis glandularis (inflammatory changes and lip gland swelling), and granulomatous cheilitis (chronic swelling of the lip due to granulomatous inflammation mostly of unknown origin). Cheilitis glandularis is a rare condition that mostly affects the lower lip and it is characterized by nodular enlargement, reduced mobility and lip erosion. Based on clinical presentation, cheilitis glandularis may be classified into three subtypes: simplex (described as Puente and Acevedo), superficial suppurative (described by Baelz-Unna), and the most severe type - deep suppurative, also known as cheilitis glandularis apostematosa (Volkmann’s cheilitis) characterized by deep-seated inflammation forming abscesses and fistulous tracts. This is a case report of a female patient with a deep suppurative type of cheilitis affecting both lips. Treatment with systemic antibiotics (using antibiogram tests), corticosteroids and topical therapy resulted in significant improvement.