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Political thought in Central and Eastern Europe: The open society, its friends, and enemies

Field: Social Sciences (Social Sciences)

A review essay of key works and trends in the political thought of Central and Eastern Europe, before and after 1989. The topics examined include the nature of the 1989 velvet revolutions in the region, debates on civil society, democratization, the relationship between politics, economics, and culture, nationalism, legal reform, feminism, and “illiberal democracy.” The review essay concludes with an assessment of the most recent trends in the region.
Optimizing the Vessel Fleet Used to Install an Offshore Wind Farm

Field: Decision Sciences (Social Sciences)

Today, offshore wind is not a profitable source of energy compared to other energy sources. To increase the profitability of the offshore wind industry the life time costs of an offshore wind farm need to be reduced. Among others, this can be achieved by increasing the efficiency of the installation phase. Currently the vessel fleet is one of the largest cost contributors for the installation phase, and a small reduction in the vessel fleet cost can greatly improve the profitability of the offshore wind industry.\n\nTwo mathematical formulations of the fleet size and mix problem for the installation phase of an offshore wind farm are proposed: one original model and one reformulated pattern based model. The models are designed as strategic decision tools which is run years in advance of the actual installation in order to support the decision maker with valuable insight. The two models consider a given weather data and suggest which vessels to charter, the charter period for each vessel, and their respective installation schedules. The objective is to find the cost optimal fleet for the installation phase of an offshore wind farm. The models are solved with exact solution methods. To solve the pattern based model we propose three pattern generation methods. One exact method where all feasible patterns are generated, and two heuristic methods where only subsets of the most promising patterns are generated. \n\nThe proposed mathematical models are tested on several test instances. Due to the complexity of the problem the original model is not sufficient to solve test instances of realistic size. The pattern based model performs much better, and testing show that the model is able to solve test instances with five to ten vessels and 30-110 turbines, which is considered realistic. To further improve the solutions, different improvement measures are implemented. The computational tests show that the performance of the pattern based model is improved by restricting the start times, adding symmetry breaking inequalities, guiding the Branch and Bound search, and heuristically generate patterns. Heuristic pattern generation combined with restricting start times yields near optimal solutions with a great improvement in CPU time.
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Field: Business, Management and Accounting (Social Sciences)

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PLGA-Based Composites for Various Biomedical Applications

Field: Materials Science (Physical Sciences)

Polymeric materials have been extensively explored in the field of nanomedicine; within them, poly lactic-co-glycolic acid (PLGA) holds a prominent position in micro- and nanotechnology due to its biocompatibility and controllable biodegradability. In this review we focus on the combination of PLGA with different inorganic nanomaterials in the form of nanocomposites to overcome the polymer’s limitations and extend its field of applications. We discuss their physicochemical properties and a variety of well-established synthesis methods for the preparation of different PLGA-based materials. Recent progress in the design and biomedical applications of PLGA-based materials are thoroughly discussed to provide a framework for future research.
Moderate treadmill exercise prevented anxiogenic behavior and impaired basal synaptic transmission in an Alzheimer's disease‐like rat model

Field: Neuroscience (Life Sciences)

In this study, we investigated the effect of moderate treadmill exercise regimen on non‐cognitive function and basal synaptic transmission in AD‐like pathology model, achieved by i.c.v. infusion of Aβ1–42 (250 pmol/day) for 2 weeks. We have utilized a battery of behavioral tests to assess anxiogenic and exploratory behavior in adult Wistar rats treated with Aβ peptides and/or exercise training. Additionally, in vivo extracellular recording was used to evaluate changes in basal synaptic transmission in the Cornu Ammonis 1 (CA1) area. The animals were randomly assigned into 4 groups: control, exercise, Aβ infusion (Aβ) and Aβ‐infused/exercised (Ex/Aβ). Our data consistently indicated that Aβ rats showed increased anxiety‐like as tested in the open field, elevated plus maze, and light‐dark box paradigms. Interestingly, both Aβ and Ex/Aβ rats showed impaired locomotor activity compared to control and exercise rats. Hence, moderate treadmill exercise exerted an anxiolytic effect but failed to prevent locomotor deficits caused by AD. Additionally, the right shift of the I/O curve of Aβ rats indicated a markedly impaired basal synaptic transmission compared to those of other groups. Aβ rats also required a stronger stimulus to produce the same response at minimum, 30% of maximum, and maximum compared to other groups. Together, these data suggest a protective role of regular exercise in AD.
Numerical simulations of rotating drops with BEM

Field: Mathematics (Physical Sciences)

Studies of rotating drops date back to the original experiments performed by the belgian physicist J. Plateau [4]. These experiments, which have been recently conducted under zero gravity conditions during the flight of Spacelab 3 and at JPL [6], play an important role in many industrial processes such as polymer manufacturing and spinning drop tensiometry techniques [5]. In this communication we will present a detailed description of the rotating drop problem, modelled by the Stokes system under low Reynolds number and low Ekman number assumptions, by means of the boundary element method (BEM). We analyze the evolution of viscous fluid drops rotating about a fixed axis at constant angular speed Ω or constant angular momentum L, paying special attention to the stability/instability of equilibrium shapes [1] and the possible formation of singularities representing a change in the topology of the fluid domain. In particular, we show that these singularities usually appear as the asymptotic limit of self-similar solutions for a certain range of values of Ω and L. We will give full details of this breakup mechanism. In the case of evolution at constant Ω, and depending on its value, results in the line of those recently obtained by Howell et al. [3] will be also discussed.
Barrier function of porcine retinal pigment epithelial cells cultured in vitro

Field: Medicine (Health Sciences)

Objective To investigate the blood-retinal barrier(BRB)function of porcine retinal pigment epithelial(RPE)cells cultured in vitro. Methods Primary porcine RPE cells were cultured,and the third generation were inoculated in a microporous filter with the filter membrane of polyvinylpyrrolidone(PVP)-free polycarbonate membrane.After 1,2,3 and 4 weeks of culture,the surface of filter membrane was observed by light microscope,and after 2 weeks of culture,the section of filter membrane was observed by light microscope and transmission electron microscope.Transepithelial electrical resistance(TER)was detected and the permeability was measured with fluorescein sodium(FS)and horseradish peroxidase(HRP). Results Primary porcine RPE cells were cultured successfully.RPE cells converged1week after inoculation; 2 and 3 weeks after inoculation,the density of RPE cells did not changed obviously; 4 weeks after inoculation,the density of RPE cells decreased.The characteristics of polarized growth of monolayer were found in RPE cells on the surface of filter membrane; 2 weeks after inoculation,the TER of RPE cells was(97.44±11.36)Ω/cm~2 which maintained till the 3rd week after inocubation.After incubated for 30 minutes,only 0.27% of FS and 0.17% HRP reached the inferior filter membrane,and the permeability rate of SF with low molecular weight was higher than which of HRP with high molecular weight. Conclusions The filter with PVP-free polycarbonate membrane may be used to set up the model of RPE cells with polarized growth of monolayer and investigate the barrier function of RPE cells.
A simple cryo‐SEM method for delicate plant tissues

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences (Life Sciences)

A simple modification to the existing preparative procedures for examining delicate plant tissues and insect–plant interactions by cryo‐SEM is described. Samples are attached to a stub with colloidal graphite, introduced into the air lock, evacuated briefly, then transferred onto the cryo‐stage of the preparation chamber where full evacuation and slow cooling take place. After sputter coating with gold, the samples are transferred onto the microscope cold stage and examined at 15 kV.
Application of Cone Beam Tomography in Pre-School Children with Upper Airway Obstruction

Field: Medicine (Health Sciences)

Patency disorders of the upper airways are a serious problem occurring in pre-school children. The most common cause of this disorder is the adenoid hypertrophy, which results in obstructions in the posterior nasal apertures, leading to the development of an abnormal respiratory tract. We have several diagnostic methods, which can confirm the presence of upper airways pathologies. When it comes to medical imaging, the following methods are worth mentioning: fiberoscopy, nasopharynx x-ray imaging and a relatively new method Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT), which is commonly used for the purpose of imaging of viscerocranium skeletal structures. The aim of the study was examination 37 children aged 4-10, with frequent recurrent upper airways infections, abnormal respiratory tract, hypoacusis, suspected adenoid hypertrophy and hypernasality. Exclusion criteria: children with cleft palate and children who underwent adenoidectomy and tonsillotomy. Every child had a CBCT scan of the sinuses. The study was conducted on 13 girls and 24 boys of preschool age (4 to 10 years). In total, 37 children were tested with help of CBCT scan. 32 patients werediagnosed with adenoid hypertrophy and 13 patients with tonsillar hypertrophy. Co-occurrence of sinusitis (jaw, ethmoid, sphenoid) with adenoid hypertrophywas observed in 15 children in total. The results of our study have confirmed that cone tomography allows for a quick visualization of the pathology of the upper airways, which can serve as a basis for applying pharmacological treatment or granting eligibility for surgery.
Comparison of intravenous and aerosol salbutamol.

Field: Medicine (Health Sciences)

Comparison of intravenous and aerosol salbutamolAerosol salbutamol has a prolonged bronchodilator effect' and is more potent than an equal intravenous dose.2We have studied both routes of administration in asthmatic patients to compare their length of action. Patients, methods, and resultsFive patients with well controlled asthma were studied.Their asthma showed no significant diurnal variation.All were being treated with salbu- tamol by regular inhalation, and three took prednisone.They were studied on two consecutive mornings, having stopped bronchodilator drugs for 12 hours. CommentThese results indicate that routine heparin treatment during standard haemodialysis three times a week caused no significant acute change in the SGPT activity.Moreover, the range of SGPT values was not significantly different from that of the normal population, suggesting that chronic, intermittent heparin treatment does not cause on 4 July 2023 by guest.
Optical Studies and Applications of Single Quantum Dots

Field: Physics and Astronomy (Physical Sciences)

The luminescence from single quantum dots has been studied. Single dot photoluminescence was studied under continuous as well as under pulsed excitation. Time-resolved studies revealed fast relaxations in quantum dots. The time resolved measurements were fitted with a set of rate equations. Blinking in the luminescence was observed on a few quantum dots. The polarization of the emission from single quantum dots was also measured. The emission correlation was measured on a single dot and revealed the antibunched nature of the emission from single quantum dots. Single photon generation on demand was demonstrated with a single quantum dot under pulsed excitation. Attempts to generate entangled photon pairs with a single quantum dot were also made. Devices containing single quantum dots as the active region were fabricated. Light Emitting diodes were fabricated and studied, the electroluminescence from single quantum dots has been observed. Two types of microcavities containing single dots were also fabricated, planar microcavities where the light is confined between two planar mirrors and microdisks, where the light is confined in a high refractive index disk-shaped cavity in whispering modes. A processing technique was developed to position selected single quantum dots in microdisks with submicron resolution to achieve maximum coupling with the whispering modes. The problem of the very limited light extraction efficiency from high refractive index materials was studied and solid immersion lenses were used to increase the light extraction efficiency from single quantum dots. Theoretical calculations gave results in good agreement with experimental observations. Further improvements to solid immersion lenses were also studied.
Redesign of dryland apple orchards by intercropping the bioenergy crop canola (Brassica napus L.): Achieving sustainable intensification

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences (Life Sciences)

Abstract China's Loess Plateau (LOP) contains around 22% of all the world's apple trees, mainly on smallholdings run by farmers. However, business‐as‐usual (BAU) intensification has reduced the ecological resilience of orchards. Agroforestry is considered to be an important method of realizing sustainable intensification of agroecosystems. However, the design of practical agroforestry systems in drylands remains poorly researched. We hypothesized that crop density is a key factor in designing dryland apple tree‐based agroforestry systems. We carried out an experiment in apple orchards in the semiarid LOP, where the bioenergy crop canola ( Brassica napus L.) was intercropped at low, medium, and high densities with row spacings of 25, 50, and 100 cm, respectively, to study its effects on water, carbon, and production. We found that intercropping of canola at different densities clearly decreased soil water content (SWC) in the top 60 cm soil layer at all sampling locations, reduced midday leaf water potential ( Ψ m ) and leaf water content (LWC), and caused apple trees to produce more fine roots at greater depths. However, intercropping did not affect SWC in soil layers below 60 cm. The SWC profiles, Ψ m and LWC, progressively recovered over the mulching period. Introduction of canola also significantly ( p < 0.05) increased SOC content in the surface layer, an effect less visible in deeper layers, and increased the quality of apple fruit to varying degrees while not affecting apple yield measurably. Overall, higher intercropping density does not lead to severer water deficit but have better carbon sequestration benefit than lower density, and therefore seems more appropriate in our study site. Our findings provide solid evidence that agroforestry helps achieve sustainable intensification of dryland orchards.
Monitoring and Investigating Certified Registered Nurse Practitioners in Pain Management

Field: Health Professions (Health Sciences)

The Mayday Scholars Program for 2001-2002 provided an opportunity to boards of nursing to present their experiences in monitoring the prescribing practices of advanced practice nurses and to research ways for improving their own investigation processes as professional disciplinary agencies for prescribing practices related to pain management. The Alabama Board of Nursing was interested in participating in the program based on its commitment to accountability for public protection. A gradual increase in disciplinary cases involving violations of prescribing practices by certified registered nurse practitioners (CRNPs) prompted our inquiry as to whether a proactive monitoring system was needed to determine compliance with regulations for advanced practice nurses in collaborative practice. In this article, we discuss selected elements related to pain management and regulatory factors, including nursing, that affect the treatment of pain. We present a brief overview of the evolution of advanced practice nursing, with an emphasis on the nurse practitioners movement, and prescription practices and pain management by nurse practitioners.
Introduction

Field: Arts and Humanities (Social Sciences)

Locating women’s musical practices in the performance of gentility provides one path forward in reconciling archival evidence (binder’s volumes and other aspects of material culture that are often labeled ephemera) with existing music histories because gentility, unlike social status, belonged to no single group of people. Gentility crossed class boundaries and allowed black and white women to define or redefine their status during a time of great social change. The Introduction clarifies the use of the term gentility in this book and contextualizes its role in the performance of culture by amateur musicians in the parlor.
Development and Assessment of a Novel Composite Pathologic Risk Stratification for Surgically Resected Human Papillomavirus–Associated Oropharyngeal Cancer

Field: Medicine (Health Sciences)

Traditional pathologic risk stratification shows poor survival discrimination for HPV+ OPSCC and classifies many patients with an excellent prognosis as high risk. We derived a novel composite pathologic risk stratification system for HPV+ OPSCC that may be associated with improved survival discrimination.
Histoenzymological significance of the ‘clear cells’ of the pancreatic ducts

Field: Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology (Life Sciences)

Cytochemical research on the “clear cells” in excretory ducts of guinea pig pancreas shows a strong activity for G-6-P-DH, 6-P-G-DH, IC-DH, Cis-AC (Cis-Aconitase). The NADH and NADPH tetrazolium reductases are also strong. There exists no complete enzymatic similarity between the clear cells and insular cells. Even if definite cytochemical characteristics of these cells are well investigated, the cytophysiological significance has to be elucidated.
Developing Ridesharing, but for Which Trip Category? A Comparative Analysis for the Paris Region

Field: Decision Sciences (Social Sciences)

While ridesharing is expected to grow rapidly, a major policy issue is to know which trips should be targeted first, e.g., long trips or frequent yet often shorter trips. This paper develops an algorithm to investigate various ridesharing adoption patterns based on distinct trip characteristics, in order to evaluate which leads to the greatest improvement regarding traffic conditions and the environment. The trip characteristics considered are distance, travel time, and trip frequency. This leads to three ridesharing scenarios, which are then evaluated using a traffic assignment model. The methodology is applied to a Paris region case study. We find that ridesharing growth scenarios based on trip frequency contribute more to the mitigation of traffic congestion and CO2 emissions than scenarios based on trip distance and on travel time. Some policy recommendations about this effective factor for ridesharing are discussed.
A Discussion on Risk Factors, Therapeutic Approach of Endometritis and Metritis in Cattle

Field: Veterinary (Health Sciences)

Metritis and endometritis are the very common postpartum uterine infections that results into infertility in dairy cattle, production loss and economical losses to the farmer. As postpartum uterus favors bacterial growth so it is frequently found in almost of unhygienic environment reared animals. Breaching of birth canal during dystocia, retention of placenta, wet environment during winter season and immunosuppression due to many reasons are the risk factors for the bacteria invasion to uterus. Although in normal condition these infections are eliminated in animals by uterine involution, passage of lochia, and through the mobilization of immune defense system within few weeks after parturition. Bacterial products causes inflammation, suppress pituitary LH secretion, and postpartum ovarian follicular growth and function, which disrupts ovulation, makes cattle infertile and can cause some severe systemic illness, even death of animal. Metritis and endometritis generally treated with the systemic antibiotics. As many study suggested that there is not so significant beneficial effect of intrauterine antibiotic infusions but not to be negated as some found positive effect. Neomycin is only labeled drug for intrauterine preparations. Ceftiofur and oxytetracycline parentally are good choice for the treatment of metritis and endometritis. Thus, metritis and endometritis affected animal having lower conception rates, increased intervals from calving to first service or conception.