bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
INFLUENCE OF GENDER, AGE AND METABOLIC FACTORS ON THE COURSE OF ARTERIAL HYPERTENSION IN PATIENTS WITH METABOLIC SYNDROME
Authors: Smirnova Olga V. , Moskalenko Olga L. 
Published: March 2022

According to the World Health Organization, more than 2.1 billion adults are overweight, while about 600 million are obese. Arterial hypertension is a component of the complete metabolic syndrome, its severity, the possibility of effective correction depends on the severity of metabolic disorders in the patient.
The aim of our study was to study age, sex and metabolic parameters affecting the course of AH in MS in order to optimize therapy for patients with MS.
Material and methods. The study included 316 patients with hypertension and metabolic syndrome aged 35 to 65 years. The average age of the patients was 51.8 ± 6.4 years. In total, 154 (48.73%) women and 162 (51.27%) men were examined. The patients were divided into three age groups: group 1 – patients aged 35-44 years, group 2 – from 45 to 54 years old, group 3 – from 55 to 65 years old. Clinical examination of patients included a clinical-anamnestic method (collection of complaints and anamnesis, examination) and work with medical records.
The diagnosis of metabolic syndrome was verified based on the recommendations of the All-Russian Scientific Society of Cardiology (VNOK, 2009) if the patient had one main and at least two additional criteria.
The main criterion for MS was the “central” (abdominal) type of obesity; additional signs – arterial hypertension; increased TG levels; a decrease in the level of HDL cholesterol; an increase in the level of LDL cholesterol; an increase in fasting plasma glucose; impaired glucose tolerance.
For statistical processing of the research results, the Statistica for «Windows 10.0» software package was used.
Results. The development of hypertension in different age groups depends on a combination of various factors that are interrelated with age-related changes in the cardiovascular system and metabolic parameters, which in general characterizes the features of its clinical course. MS itself has a significant impact on the development of hypertension.
Conclusion. The comorbidity of obesity and the development of severe hypertension was revealed: there is an increase in the severity of hypertension with an increase in the degree of obesity. Age and obesity are both predictors of severe hypertension in MS. According to the predictive model, the following factors: male gender, with increasing age and degree of obesity, increases the likelihood of developing severe hypertension in MS. A comprehensive analysis of the total significance of risk factors, symptoms of target organ damage, taking into account age and gender factors, will make it possible to verify the individual variant of hypertension in MS, which will optimize the therapy of such patients and ensure a decrease in cardiovascular risk.
FEATURES OF THE CONSTITUTION IN WOMEN WITH VARIOUS TYPES OF LEFT VENTRICULAR REMODELING WHO HAVE CORONARY HEART DISEASE
Authors: Yaskevich Roman A. , Moskalenko Olga L. 
Published: March 2022

Purpose. To study the constitutional features of the types of left ventricular (LV) remodeling in women with coronary heart disease (CHD) living in Central Siberia.
Materials and methods. The study included 220 women with isolated arterial hypertension (AH) and 160 women with AH in combination with CHD. We used the standard method of anthropometric research with the subsequent determination of constitutional types, as well as the determination of the types of geometric remodeling of the LV according to the ultrasound examination of the heart.
Results. The constitutional features of the frequency of unfavorable types of remodeling in women of the examined groups revealed. The largest group among the examined women with both isolated hypertension and hypertension in combination with CHD made up of representatives of the megalosomal type of constitution. LV remodeling detected in 91.6% of the patients with isolated hypertension and in 89.4% of women with hypertension in combination with CHD. At the same time, both among women with isolated hypertension and among women hypertension in combination with CHD, the most common type of geometry was concentric hypertrophy of the left ventricle. It found that for all constitutional types, patients with concentric hypertrophy of the left ventricle were more common.
Conclusion. Concentric hypertrophy of the left ventricle was more common in all constitutional types in women of both groups. Normal LV geometry more often observed in women isolated hypertension of indeterminate constitutional type and among women with hypertension in combination with CHD – megalosomal type.
Development and Assessment of the Economic Efficiency of Measures for the Development of Transport Logistics at the Regional Level
Authors: Bykova O. , Vedeneeva O. , Grigor'ev K. , Putihin Y. , Repnikova V. 
Published: March 2022

The macroscopic transport model is the basis for developing scenarios for the development of transport infrastructure in any region. Further quantitative estimates of targets used in transport planning documents depend on the quality of the initial data preparation and the level of model calibration.
At the final stage, it is necessary to create a methodology for a comprehensive assessment of the economic efficiency of a set of measures for the development of transport logistics in the region, taking into account the costs and the possible socio-economic effect of their implementation, determined by the benefits received by the participants in the traffic. It should be understood that the effect can be difficult to formalize and heterogeneous for different categories of users of the transport system. It is assumed that due to the use of the macroscopic transport model of the region, the total effect will be defined as the ratio of the time savings expressed in monetary form for travel within the entire subject, which is planned to be obtained as a result of the implementation of the proposed measures.
The overall socio-economic effect is calculated for the period during which the repaired and newly commissioned transport logistics facilities will maintain a given quality of service level. In order to take into account the complex impact of the implementation of each of the proposed measures on the total time savings, they are entered into the model in accordance with the chronological order provided by the transport planning documents.
Bridging the Gap: Evidence from the Return Migration of African Scientists
Authors: Fry Caroline Viola 
Published: March 2022

Although prior research has highlighted the benefits that accrue to brokers in innovation networks, much less attention is devoted to understanding who benefits from associating with a broker. This study focuses on the impact of associating with a specific kind of broker—a core/periphery bridge—that is, one that spans central and peripheral actors. I argue that actors associated with a core/periphery bridge benefit more when they have no central connection, or are outsiders in the network, due to their greater need for sponsorship from the broker. I explore this idea in the context of the return migration of American-trained scientists to African institutions, who span the core and the periphery of the global scientific network. I evaluate the impact of their return on the publication outcomes of nonmigrant scientists based in African institutions and find that following the arrival of a returnee in their institution, the nonmigrants who are not already connected to scientists in top global institutions have a greater publication output through improved access to central knowledge and connections. The findings contribute to a better understanding of how brokers can influence innovation systems more broadly. Supplemental Material: The online appendices available at https://doi.org/10.1287/orsc.2022.1580 .
Identifying potential natural inhibitors of Brucella melitensis Methionyl-tRNA synthetase through an in-silico approach
Authors: Rowaiye Adekunle Babajide , Ogugua Akwoba Joseph , Ibeanu Gordon , Bur Doofan , Asala Mercy Titilayo , Ogbeide Osaretin Benjamin , Abraham Emmanuella Oshiorenimeh , Usman Hamzah Bundu 
Published: March 2022

Background
Brucellosis is an infectious disease caused by bacteria of the genus Brucella. Although it is the most common zoonosis worldwide, there are increasing reports of drug resistance and cases of relapse after long term treatment with the existing drugs of choice. This study therefore aims at identifying possible natural inhibitors of Brucella melitensis Methionyl-tRNA synthetase through an in-silico approach.

Methods
Using PyRx 0.8 virtual screening software, the target was docked against a library of natural compounds obtained from edible African plants. The compound, 2-({3-[(3,5-dichlorobenzyl) amino] propyl} amino) quinolin-4(1H)-one (OOU) which is a co-crystallized ligand with the target was used as the reference compound. Screening of the molecular descriptors of the compounds for bioavailability, pharmacokinetic properties, and bioactivity was performed using the SWISSADME, pkCSM, and Molinspiration web servers respectively. The Fpocket and PLIP webservers were used to perform the analyses of the binding pockets and the protein ligand interactions. Analysis of the time-resolved trajectories of the Apo and Holo forms of the target was performed using the Galaxy and MDWeb servers.

Results
The lead compounds, Strophanthidin and Isopteropodin are present in Corchorus olitorius and Uncaria tomentosa (Cat’s-claw) plants respectively. Isopteropodin had a binding affinity score of -8.9 kcal / ml with the target and had 17 anti-correlating residues in Pocket 1 after molecular dynamics simulation. The complex formed by Isopteropodin and the target had a total RMSD of 4.408 and a total RMSF of 9.8067. However, Strophanthidin formed 3 hydrogen bonds with the target at ILE21, GLY262 and LEU294, and induced a total RMSF of 5.4541 at Pocket 1.

Conclusion
Overall, Isopteropodin and Strophanthidin were found to be better drug candidates than OOU and they showed potentials to inhibit the Brucella melitensis Methionyl-tRNA synthetase at Pocket 1, hence abilities to treat brucellosis. In-vivo and in-vitro investigations are needed to further evaluate the efficacy and toxicity of the lead compounds.
RETRACTED: Control of Bidirectional DC-DC Converter for Micro-Energy Grid’s DC Feeders' Power Flow Application
Authors: Saeed Muhammad Hammad , Fangzong Wang , Kalwar Basheer Ahmed 
Published: March 2022

Referred to by: Retraction notice to ‘Control of Bidirectional DC-DC Converter for Micro-Energy Grid’s DC Feeders' Power Flow Application' IJRED 11(2), 533-546International Journal of Renewable Energy Development, 12(6). https://doi.org/10.14710/ijred.2023.57139
Information Literacy Skills and the Utilization of Information Resources by Public Health Workers in Federal Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital Calabar
Authors: Ogunjimi Blessing Etukudo , Eyong Isu Usang , Offon Emem Uwem 
Published: March 2022

This study investigated the influence of “information literacy skills on the utilization of information resources by public health workers in Federal Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital Calabar”. Three research hypotheses were formulated to guide the study. Survey research design was adopted for the study. Purposive sampling technique was utilized to select subjects of the study. Ninety five out of the one hundred and twenty five copies of the questionnaire administered were retrieved and found treatable. A well-structured and validated questionnaire named information literacy skill and utilization of information resources (ILSUIR) questionnaire was used to collect information from respondents. Cronbach’s Alpha reliability method was used to determine the reliability of research instrument, and correlation coefficient range of 0.74 to 0.89 was arrived at. These were considered high enough to justify the conclusion that the instrument is reliable in measuring the variables set for the study. Data obtained were subjected to statistical analyses using Independent t-test analysis. The results revealed that access point, ICT competence and information evaluation skills significantly influenced utilization of information resources by public health workers of Federal Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital Calabar”. Based on the findings it was recommended that library literacy skill programs should be organized by the authorities in the study area in order to update the staff and other users of the library on access point. It was equally recommended that the use of information communication technology (ICT) should be encouraged while evaluation of information resource toward effective library utilization should be carried out periodically.
Frequency re-configurable metal-graphene hybrid MIMO patch antenna for terahertz communication
Authors: Sharma Amit , Tiwari Pratik , Vishwakarma Dinesh Kumar 
Published: March 2022

Abstract
This paper proposes a novel metal-graphene plasmonic antenna over a Si/SiO2 substrate, working in terahertz frequency band. Novelty of the work lies in the use of metal and graphene as a patch antenna, as this combination enhances the gain & the radiation efficiency of the whole structure. Besides the analysis provides detailing of graphene and its conductivity modelling using MATLAB. The antenna is analyzed using FDTD based CST software, conductivity of graphene used in CST is verified with the conductivity achieved using MATLAB. Further, a 3-element Multiple Input and Multiple Output (MIMO) antenna system using same single element antenna, is designed & analyzed. The metal-graphene hybrid patch antenna provides maximum directivity around 5.8 dBi, maximum gain around 5 dBi, and high radiation efficiency (approx. 80%) at resonant frequency of 1.8 THz. Besides, the 3-element MIMO antenna provides radiation efficiency around 77%, with directivity around 5 dB & diversity gain of around 10 dBi. The proposed metal-graphene hybrid MIMO patch antenna has the potential to be used in advanced THz communication systems.
Geldstrafe und Ersatzfreiheitsstrafe in Schweden – Ein Vergleich mit dem deutschen System
Authors: Bögelein Nicole , Wilde Frank , Holmgren Axel 
Published: March 2022

Zusammenfassung
In der Diskussion über die Ersatzfreiheitsstrafe in Deutschland wird Schweden häufig zum Vergleich herangezogen, allerdings ist das genaue Vorgehen weitgehend unbekannt. Der vorliegende Text stellt die Vorgehensweise bei der Verhängung und Vollstreckung von Geld- und Ersatzfreiheitsstrafen in Schweden dar und zieht den Vergleich zu Deutschland. Genau wie in Deutschland werden auch in Schweden viele Geldstrafen über Strafbefehle verhängt, dort muss der/die Verurteilte dem Strafbefehl allerdings zustimmen. Wesentliche Unterschiede zeigen sich bei den Tagessatzhöhen, die in Schweden von Gesetzes wegen deutlich niedriger sind (5 €–100 €). Die Berechnung erfolgt dort zudem nach dem Einbußeprinzip, nicht wie in Deutschland nach den Nettoeinkommensprinzip. Die Vollstreckung verhängter Geldstrafen übernimmt in Schweden nicht die Staatsanwaltschaft, sondern das Amt für Beitreibung (Kronofogden). Weiterhin werden nur dann Ersatzfreiheitsstrafen vollstreckt, wenn Zahlungsunwilligkeit vorliegt – im Jahr 2019 in 13 Fällen. Das liegt wohl v. a. an der schwedischen Haltung, die den Zweck der Geldstrafe nicht darin sieht, alle unbezahlten Geldstrafen in eine Freiheitsstrafe umzuwandeln, sondern sie im Falle von Zahlungsunfähigkeit fallen zu lassen. Kronofogden prüft zweijährlich, ob der/die Verurteilte inzwischen bezahlen kann. Ist dies nicht der Fall, so verjähren die Strafen nach 5 Jahren. Von den 2015 verhängten Geldstrafen wurden 41,4 % durch Verjährung beendet. Das zeigt den hohen Anteil zahlungsunfähiger Verurteilter.
Dissent and Legitimacy
Authors: Callaghan Geoffrey D. 
Published: March 2022

AbstractAn often overlooked tension in liberal theory turns on its commitment to procedural accounts of legitimacy on the one hand, and to the robust protection of the right of citizens to dissent on the other. To the extent that one evaluates legitimate decision-making on the basis of the procedures that bear on it, determining how extra-procedural expressions of dissent fit into the picture becomes a complex undertaking. This is especially true if one accepts that protecting extra-procedural expressions of dissent is itself foundational to the overall legitimacy of the state. My aim in this paper is to explore some of the implications that follow from this tension. The paper proceeds in two parts. In the first part, I review the political grounds that support a protection on dissent. By drawing on its republican foundations, I argue that the functional role that the right to dissent serves in complex political communities is intimately connected to concerns over legitimacy. I claim that for the right to perform its function successfully, protections must be placed on both procedural and extra-procedural forms of dissent. The second part of the paper issues a direct challenge to procedural accounts of legitimacy. If a protection on citizen dissent is vital to legitimating government action, and if that protection necessarily extends to both procedural and extra-procedural forms of dissent, it follows that legitimacy cannot be captured by procedure alone—even procedures that secure the fair and equal participation by all affected parties.
Responsive photonic nanopixels with hybrid scatterers
Authors: Han Jang-Hwan , Kim Doeun , Kim Juhwan , Kim Gyurin , Kim Ji Tae , Jeong Hyeon-Ho 
Published: March 2022

Abstract
Metallic and dielectric nanoscatterers are optical pigments that offer rich resonating coloration in the subwavelength regime with prolonged material consistency. Recent advances in responsive materials, whose mechanical shapes and optical properties can change in response to stimuli, expand the scope of scattering-based colorations from static to active. Thus, active color-changing pixels are achieved with extremely high spatial resolution, in conjunction with various responsive polymers and phase-change materials. This review discusses recent progress in developing such responsive photonic nanopixels, ranging from electrochromic to other color-changing concepts. We describe what parameters permit modulation of the scattering colors and highlight superior functional devices. Potential fields of application focusing on imaging devices, including active full-color printing and flexible displays, information encryption, anticounterfeiting, and active holograms, are also discussed.
Una versión medieval del epistolario Séneca-San Pablo (con acompañamiento de Tácito)
Authors: Martínez Romero Tomàs 
Published: March 2022

Abstract
The study of the contents of the manuscript Rep. I 30B of Leipzig University Library, a codex catalogued in the 19th century but almost ignored, provides new evidence of known translations into Spanish and of others hitherto unknown. In the first case we find Seneca’s Epistulae morales ad Lucilium translated or commissioned for translation by Fernán Pérez de Guzmán, several chapters of Tacitus’s Annales and the Oratio Demosthenis according to the text by Pere Torroella. In the second, a new version (the second) of the false epistolary between Seneca and Saint Paul, a work that allowed Saint Jerome to introduce the Cordovan philosopher in his list of De viris illustribus and an plot that even made some medieval authors think about the conversion of the old Seneca to Christianity. In order to reach these conclusions, a careful textual analysis is performed. An edition of this second translation of the apocryphal epistolary is included at the end of the article.
Rhythmic structure in Ausiàs March (1400‒1459) and Vicent Andrés Estellés (1924‒1993): A quantitative constraint-based approach
Authors: Jiménez Jesús 
Published: March 2022

AbstractA poet’s choice of rhythmic patterns is affected by three factors: a universal set of metrical constraints, common to all languages; the metrical grammar and lexical structure of the poet’s own language; and the poet’s personal style. The first aim of this paper is to analyse how these three factors influence the frequency of different stress patterns in the customary metre of Ausiàs March (1400‒1459): the decasyllable with caesuraa minore(4+6 syllables). The second aim is to compare March’s schemes of stress with the patterns used by Vicent Andrés Estellés (1924‒1993) in his alexandrines in the 1971 bookLlibre de meravelles(Book of Wonders). The comparative analysis shows that the same metrical constraints operate in both authors and that their weight is equivalent. This equivalence can be seen first in the similarity of their arrangement of patterns in terms of frequency, which shows a clear preference for models that are rhythmically better; and second in the similarity of the proportions of their use of different schemes. The twofold coincidence indicates that March and Estellés, in spite of the vast distance in time between them, share the same metrical grammar. All that separates them is March’s slight inclination toward patterns of binary rhythm compared to Estellés’s preference for ternary rhythm. This difference, which is independent of the metre used by the authors, must be attributed to their stylistic preferences.
„A fényképészet a proletariátus legközvetlenebb művészete” – fotográfusok a Tanácsköztársaság idején
Authors: Gáspár Balázs 
Published: March 2022

Milyen szerepet játszottak a fotográfusok a Tanácsköztársaság időszakában és vizuális propagandájában? Hogyan érintették őket a különböző rendeletek és milyen módon használta a hatalom a fényképeket? Kik, milyen fotográfiával kapcsolatos tevékenységeket folytattak? „A fényképészet a proletariátus legközvetlenebb művészete” – fotográfusok a Tanácsköztársaság idején című tanulmány többek között ezekre a kérdésekre keresi a választ a Tanácsköztársaság során megjelent dokumentumok, illetve későbbi, a korszak fényképeire reflektáló releváns tanulmányok segítségével. Az írás Magyarország 1919. március 21. és augusztus 1. közötti időszakának fényképészeti életét mutatja be: a Fényképészeti Direktórium tagjait, tevékenységét; a műtermi fényképészeket érintő rendeleteket; a fotóriporterek működését; illetve a Fotópropaganda Osztály 1919. A vörös május című albumát. A tanulmány azon túl, hogy eddig kevésbé vagy egyáltalán nem ismert személyeket, jelenségeket mutat be, általában véve is érvényes megközelítéseket mutat fel fotográfia és propaganda kapcsolatát illetően.
Fotó: Vajda Manó felvétele az 1919. A vörös május című albumban.