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Intimacy scale of the emotional dimension: construct validation
Authors: Immanuel Euckie 
Published: June 2022

This work is interested in emotional intimacy, and hereby reports on the construct validation of the Intimacy Scale of the Emotional Dimension (ISOTED). Two hundred and ninety-nine persons participated in the validation study, aged 17-56. Two other scales were used for various aspects of the construct validation process. They included that The Dyadic Communication Assessment Scale and the Simple Screening Instrument for Substance Abuse. Exploratory Factor analysis revealed 14 items, two factors – Emotional congruence, alpha = .97, and Emotional Vacuum, alpha = .92. Confirmatory Factor Analysis confirmed the two factors with good indices, giving credence to the factorial validity of the ISOTED. Further, the ISOTED has convergent, as well as criterion-related validity. Therefore, the ISOTED is a valid and reliable scale with robust psychometric properties. It promises to be useful in clinical and research contexts for assessing intimate relationships.

Keywords: Emotional Intimacy; Scale; Reliability; Validity; Relationship;
Massive perspective: Lived experiences of obese and overweight students in Cainta Senior High School Rizal, Philippines
Authors: Martos Gerald S. 
Published: June 2022

A growing body of literature is pointing out that obese and overweight adolescents are subjected to serious and prevalent physical, social, medical, and psychological consequences. To provide richer literature about the lived experiences of obese and overweight students, this qualitative study was conducted. This phenomenological study aims to explore the lived experiences of obese and overweight students (OOS) in Cainta Senior High School. A semi-structured questionnaire was used to gather data from eight purposively-chosen respondents. Collaizi’s seven-step method was then utilized to analyze the data collected from focus group discussion (FGD). Data explicitation revealed the development of four themes. It may be helpful to educate individuals involved in stigma reduction interventions such as teachers, friends, and/or family members. Establishing a Fitness Club which will involve OOS to ensure the adequacy of physical activities in school is imperative. For future researchers, a qualitative study must also be done on why losing weight is difficult.

Keywords: Lived experiences; obese; overweight; phenomenology.
CURRENT PROBLEMS OF PROVIDING FREQUENCY AND POWER REGULATION RESOURCES TO IPS OF UKRAINE
Authors: Olefir D. , Babich V. , Blinov I. 
Published: June 2022

The main requirements for the volume of ancillary services in the IPS of Ukraine are considered. In particular, the requirements for the frequency maintenance reserve and frequency recovery reserves. The influence of renewable energy sources (RES) on the balance of production and consumption of electricity is shown. The place of hydroelectric power plants in the modern conditions of functioning of the IPS of Ukraine and the structure of the ancillary services market is considered. It is shown that in fact, according to the existing structure of production facilities in the IPS of Ukraine, only HPP and HPSP units are able to balance the fast-changing load schedule of renewable energy sources due to their high maneuverability. Features of operation of HPP units in normal and emergency modes are given. Prospects for the development of ancillary services in the IPS of Ukraine are identified. The need to update the regulatory framework was noted according to the results of the analysis of the peculiarities of the functioning of the IPS of Ukraine,. It is noted that it is necessary to clarify the Transmission System Code in terms of updating the requirements for the minimum required reserves for frequency control in the IPS of Ukraine given the growing share of unregulated RES in the structure of production capacity. Some measures are proposed to increase the level of operational security of regimes in the conditions of further development of RES and plans for synchronization of UES of Ukraine with ENTSO-E energy systems.
COMPLEX ESTIMATION OF THE POWER CONSUMPTION EFFICIENCY IN INDUSTRY
Authors: Bratkovska K. , Shram A. 
Published: June 2022

The peculiarities of mathematical models’ application of electricity consumption for estimation of energy use efficiency in enterprises which provides operation of energy efficiency control systems by comparing actual energy consumption with planned ones are analyzed. Differentiated unit consumption rates were calculated by the chief power engineer's department of the enterprise based on calculated data received from the energy services of the divisions. These rates were used to identify factors that affect electricity consumption. At the same time, the existing equipment in the workshop, its capacity, load and working time were taken into account to fulfill the given production plan, including account repairs, maintenance and the implementation of energy-saving measures. It is determined that in the analysis of energy consumption by individual divisions of the enterprise for each factor enterprises do not always take into account the interconnection of processes taking place in different departments, and as a result, the effectiveness of using mathematical models for both forecasting electricity consumption and assessing consumption efficiency is reduced. Taking into account the factors that are considered as important in determining the electricity consumption of individual units according to the observations of the Department of Chief Energy (taking into account their mutual influence), the regression equation was found and evaluated. It was established that the use of refined mathematical models with a narrowed confidence interval expands the potential for energy saving of the enterprise and prompts a more detailed analysis, the search for additional controlled and uncontrolled factors of influence on the efficiency of electricity consumption.
An analysis of mathematical models of power consumption of the catching workshop and the boiler turbine workshop as the main consumers showed that the factors affecting electricity consumption are uncontrolled. By changing them it is possible to achieve a decrease in electricity consumption, but not an increase in its efficiency. The main disadvantage of mathematical models of electricity consumption used in the enterprise to forecast the volume of electricity consumption and estimate the efficiency of energy use is their additivity for various departments. It resulted in a regression model of electricity consumption to estimate the relationship between the energy consumption value and their defining parameters (coke production, coke gas, steam production, electricity). The estimation of the electricity consumption model, using the coefficient of determination, has done.
Aromatic maturity is a cornerstone of terroir expression in red wine
Authors: Van Leeuwen Cornelis , Barbe Jean-Christophe , Darriet Philippe , Destrac-Irvine Agnès , Gowdy Mark , Lytra Georgia , Marchal Axel , Marchand Stéphanie , Plantevin Marc , Poitou Xavier , Pons Alexandre , Thibon Cécile 
Published: June 2022

Harvesting grapes at adequate maturity is key to the production of high-quality red wines. Viticulturists, enologists, and wine makers define several types of maturity, including physiological maturity, technological maturity, phenolic maturity, and aromatic maturity. Physiological maturity is a biological concept. Technological maturity and phenolic maturity are relatively well documented in the scientific literature, being linked to quantifiable compounds in grape must. Articles on aromatic maturity are scarcer. This is surprising, because aromatic maturity is, probably, the most important of the four in determining wine quality and typicity, including terroir expression, i.e. the identifiable taste of wine in relation to its origin. Optimal terroir expression can be obtained when technological, phenolic, and aromatic maturity are reached at the same time, or within a short time frame. This is more likely to occur when the ripening takes place under mild temperatures, neither too cool, nor too hot.Aromatic expression in wine can be driven, in order from low to high maturity, by green, herbal, spicy, floral, fresh fruit, ripe fruit, jammy fruit, dried fruit, candied, or cooked fruit aromas. Green and cooked fruit aromas are not desirable in red wines, while the levels of other aromatic nuances contribute to the typicity of the wine in relation to its place of origin. Wines produced in cool climates, or on cool soils in temperate climates, are likely to express herbal or fresh fruit aromas, while wines produced under warm climates, or on warm soils in temperate climates, may express ripe fruit, jammy fruit, or candied fruit aromas.This article reviews the state of the art of compounds underpinning the aromas of wines obtained from grapes harvested at different stages of maturity. Advances in the understanding of how aromatic maturity shapes terroir expression and how it can be manipulated by variety choices and management practices, under current and future climatic conditions, are shown. Early ripening varieties perform better in cool climates and late ripening varieties in warm climates. Additionally, maturity can be advanced or delayed by different canopy management practices or training systems. Timing of harvest also impacts aromatic expression of the produced wine. Gaps in the literature are highlighted to guide future directions of research.
Use of Procalcitonin as a Biomarker for Sepsis in Pediatric Burns
Authors: Oncul Ummuhan , Dalgıç Nazan , Demir Mesut , Karadeniz Pınar , Karadağ Çetin Ali 
Published: June 2022

Abstract
Introduction: Infection and sepsis continue to be the leading cause of morbidity and death in burn injuries. Diagnosing sepsis in burns is challenging as signs and symptoms of sepsis are not specific and overlap with those related to the burn injury. While use of procalcitonin (PCT) as a biomarker is recommended for diagnosing sepsis in burns, evidence for children with burns is scarce. In this study, we aimed to investigate the role of PCT for distinguishing sepsis in pediatric burns.Methods: A prospective observational study was conducted in a single pediatric burn unit. Children hospitalized with burns ≤30% of total body surface area were included while patients with chemical burn, inhalation injury or concomitant chronic disease were excluded. Patients were classified into three groups for sepsis, systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS) or controls using the American Burn Association (ABA) criteria. Predictive role of C-reactive protein (CRP) and PCT was investigated for distinguishing sepsis.Results: Seventy-two patients were included in the study. Median total body surface area (TBSA) size was 12% (2.0-28.5%) and median abbreviated burn severity index (ABSI) score was 3 (2-7). Median length of burn unit stay was 9.5 days (1-59 days). Sepsis was diagnosed in 11 patients (15.2%) and SIRS was present in 23 patients (40.0%), whereas 38 patients (52.8%) had neither SIRS nor sepsis (control group). Receiver operating characteristic analysis revealed that CRP and PCT levels distinguished sepsis patients from non-sepsis patients while PCT had a higher positive predictive value (64.3% vs 47.6%). Optimal cut-off values of CRP and PCT for distinguishing sepsis were 66.75 mg/L and 2.54 ng/mL. Conclusions: PCT levels could distinguish sepsis in children with burn injuries, performing better than CRP levels. Confirmatory studies are needed to evaluate the development of sepsis and role of PCT for diagnosing sepsis in pediatric burn patients.
Valuation of vulnerable European and barrier options under uncertain stock model driven by Liu process
Authors: Mehrdoust Farshid , Noorani Idin 
Published: June 2022

Abstract
Stock markets around the world are growing rapidly and vulnerability created by default risk of option holders has become a serious issue. In such circumstances, this paper suggests the pricing of vulnerable European and barrier options when the underlying asset follows the uncertain stock model. According to the uncertainty theory, we present closed-form analytic formulas of these options prices and use the residuals method to estimate the uncertain stock model parameters. Ultimately, based on the estimated parameters, we evaluate the effect of the vulnerable option parameters on its price.
Effective waste water management in colouration of polyester using Bio-shell microcapsules
Authors: Mishra Leena , Basu Gautam 
Published: June 2022

Abstract
The present work aimed at efficient utilization of resources viz., water, dyes and chemicals (without using any supportive chemical) for colouration of polyester. Disperse dye microcapsules were prepared using the method of complex coacervation. Bio-shell coated microcapsules of disperse dyes were analyzed for their resource efficient auxiliary chemicals free colouration on polyester (PET) over conventionally dyed one. The remnant liquor recovered from colouration of polyester was recycled for subsequent four colouration cycles (without treatment) showing acceptable shade difference. The remnant liquor obtained from fourth colouration cycles treated with basic primary water treatments and was found to be translucent, neutral in pH and low effluent load (TDS > 231 ppm, BOD > 114 mg/l, and COD > 469 mg/l). The solids recovered from bath were analyzed and found to be nontoxic (LD50,> 8000) as well. Cost involved in microencapsulated colouration (USD $ 6.48) is lower than that of conventional process of colouration (USD $ 8.40). Thus, microencapsulated colouration is easily adoptable in existing process line of polyester colouration, which leads to small liquid discharge of low.
A systematic review of skin ageing genes reveals a pleiotropic landscape where skin colour genes and chromosomal band 16q24.3 genes may drive skin ageing
Authors: NG Jun Yan , CHEW Fook Tim 
Published: June 2022

Abstract
Skin ageing is the result of intrinsic genetic and extrinsic lifestyle factors. However, there is no consensus on skin ageing phenotypes and ways to quantify them. In this systematic review, we first carefully identified 56 skin ageing phenotypes from multiple literature sources and sought the best photo-numeric grading scales to evaluate them. Next, we conducted a systematic review on all 44 Genome-wide Association Studies (GWAS) on skin ageing published to date and identified genetic risk factors (2,349 SNPs and 366 genes) associated with skin ageing. We identified 19 promising SNPs found to be significantly (p-Value < 1E-05) associated with skin ageing phenotypes in two or more independent studies. Here we show, using enrichment analyses strategies and gene expression data, that 1) pleiotropy is a recurring theme among skin ageing genes, 2) SNPs associated with skin ageing phenotypes are mostly located in a small handful of 44 pleiotropic and hub genes (mostly on the chromosome band 16q24.3) and 32 skin colour genes, 3) genes traditionally identified to contribute to skin colour have more than just skin pigmentation roles, and 4) further progress towards understand the development of skin pigmentation requires understanding the contributions of genes on the chromosomal band 16q24.3. We anticipate our systematic review to serve as a hub to locate primary literature sources pertaining to the genetics of skin ageing and to be a starting point for more sophisticated work examining pleiotropic genes, hub genes, and skin ageing phenotypes.
Ecological, flexible and transparent cellulose-based substrates without post-production treatment for organic electronic devices
Authors: Carneiro Martina , Neves Matheus F. F. das , de Muniz Graciela I. B. , Filho Marco A. S. C. , Oliveira Camilla K. , Roman Lucimara S. 
Published: June 2022

Abstract
In the past few decades, technological advances have aroused the interest of industries and consumers for flexible electronic devices. However, the substrates currently used, such as glass and polyethylene terephthalate (PET), present problems regarding their performance and destination, since the first is difficult to handle and the second comes from non-renewable sources. Common properties required in substrates to provide their use in organic electronics are flexibility, stability and sufficient transparency. Therefore, as a sustainable and efficient alternative, the present study aimed to develop a totally cellulose-based substrate, a natural abundant polymer that presents thermal stability, mechanical strength, recyclability and is biodegradable. It was produced different substrates using microfibrils from Eucalyptus sp. A pure microfiber substrate weighing 25 g m-² was obtained by the vacuum filtration method and paper-forming machine. The other four substrates were obtained by the casting method containing cellulose acetate matrix and freeze-dried microfibrils reinforcement at different concentrations. In addition, a substrate containing 1.0 % of the suspended microfibrils as reinforcement in the cellulose acetate matrix was produced. A conductive thin film of Poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene)-poly(styrenesulfonate) (PEDOT:PSS) was deposited by air-brush technique as an electrode to evaluate the electrical performance of the substrates. The obtained films were characterized by their optical, thermal and morphological properties, showing a great potential to be used as substrate in organic electronic devices.
A comprehensive intervention package including an egg- and milk-based snack improves the linear growth and dietary diversity of children under two years children in rural Bangladesh: A community-based cluster randomized controlled trial
Authors: Ara Gulshan , Sanin Kazi Istiaque , Khanam Mansura , Sarker Shafiqul Alam , Tofail Fahmida , Nahar Baitun , Chowdhury Imran Ahmed , Boitchi Anika Bushra , Gibson Sarah , Afsana Kaosar , Askari Sufia , Ahmed Tahmeed 
Published: June 2022

Abstract
Approximately one-third of children under-five in developing countries are stunted and many are micronutrient-deficient. We aimed to compare the effect of an intervention package including egg and milk-based snacks on linear growth and dietary diversity of children of 6‒12 months in rural Bangladesh. It was a community-based cluster randomized controlled longitudinal trial where 412 mother-infant dyads were allocated to receive either regular government health communication only (control; n = 206) or food vouchers (including eggs, semolina, milk, sugar, and oil) monthly to prepare egg and milk-based snacks, along with multiple micronutrient powder (MNP), child feeding and handwashing counseling for one year (treatment; n = 206). The difference in length gain and dietary diversity of the children was respectively the primary and secondary outcomes of the study. The intervention was tested using a generalized linear regression model. At baseline, the mean weight and length of the children did not significantly differ between groups. Around ninety percent of the children in both groups were breastfed. At endpoint, the mean length of children was (83.52 and 80.89 cm; difference: 2.62, p<0.001); LAZ score (Cof: 0.38, CI: 0.24, 0.51, p<0.001); rate of stunting (IRR: 0.39, CI: 0.22, 0.67, p<0.001); and dietary diversity were significantly better in the treatment group. This comprehensive intervention package improved the growth and dietary diversity of children in ultra-poor Bangladeshi households; scaling up this intervention within resource-poor settings should be considered. Trial registration: It was registered retrospectively at ClinicalTrials.gov as NCT03641001, 21/8/2018
Central Venous Pressure Estimation with Force-coupled Ultrasound of the Internal Jugular Vein
Authors: Jaffe Alex , Goryachev Ivan , Sodini Charles , Anthony Brian 
Published: June 2022

Abstract
We estimate central venous pressure (CVP) with force-coupled ultrasound imaging of the internal jugular vein (IJV). We acquire ultrasound images while measuring force applied over the IJV by the ultrasound probe imaging surface. We record collapse force, the force required to completely occlude the vein, in 27 healthy subjects. We find supine collapse force and jugular venous pulsation height (JVP), the clinical noninvasive standard, have a linear correlation coefficient of r2 = 0.89 and an average absolute difference of 0.23 mmHg when estimating CVP. We perturb our estimate negatively by tilting 16 degrees above supine and observe decreases in collapse force for every subject which are predictable from our CVP estimates. We perturb venous pressure positively to values experienced in decompensated heart failure by having subjects perform the Valsalva maneuver while the IJV is being collapsed and observe an increase in collapse force for every subject. Finally, we derive a CVP waveform with an inverse three-dimensional finite element optimization that uses supine collapse force and segmented force-coupled ultrasound data at approximately constant force.
Gene Expression and Radiation Response of Two Distinct Neuroblastoma Cell Lines
Authors: Ritner Carissa , Popovic Jelena , Abouzeid Aushra , Li Ya , Paunesku Tatjana , Papineni Rao , Woloschak Gale 
Published: June 2022

Abstract
Background: External beam radiation is infrequently used for treatment of pediatric cancer such as neuroblastoma, typically reserved for palliative care in patients with aggressive metastatic disease who fail to respond to alternative treatments. Understanding effects of radiation on neuroblastoma cells could improve efficacy of this final means of therapy to decrease tumor burden and stabilize the disease. Methods: In this study, clonogenic assays were used to establish radiation responses for SK-N-AS and SK-N-DZ cell lines; cells were then irradiated at doses that cause 90% cell killing based on clonogenic assay and their RNA isolated and subjected to microarray analysis. In addition, cells were transfected with pre-miRNA constructs that led to overexpression of microRNAs miR-34a and miR-1228 in combination with radiation exposure to determine possible miRNA regulation of radiation response. Results: Statistically significant differences were detected for expression of several thousands of genes when the two cell lines were compared with each other. In contrast, radiation led only to minor gene expression differences of less than two-fold between irradiated and non-irradiated cultures in both cell lines. Overexpression of miR-34a and miR-1228 in either cell line did not change this outcome. Conclusion: Neuroblastoma cell lines SK-N-AS and SK-N-DZ are phenotypically diverse and gene expression differences between them are extensive. However, the regulation of gene expression in both of these cell lines is in a stable equilibrium even when exposed to stressors such as radiation.