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International student population in Serbia across time and space

Field: Social Sciences (Social Sciences)

The international mobility of students in tertiary education has increased significantly over the last few decades globally. A highly educated workforce with international educational experience is an important element of societal progress. Students are specific migrant group that are migrating in order to improve their human capital at certain stage of the life course. General patterns of social transformation linked with international education call up for more research and a better understanding of the internationalisation of education. Until the 1990s, Serbia had a long tradition of educating scholarship holders abroad, as well as international students at domestic universities that renewed in the 2000s. However, despite the growing importance of international students for societies of origin and destination and the aforementioned tradition, this is an underexplored topic in Serbia. This article uses additionally processed 2011 and 2022 Census data in Serbia on international students studying in our country, who according to the definition of the censuses are included in the total population. Students from the former Yugoslav republics who are studying in Serbia were analysed independently. Descriptive statistical analysis was used for data processing in order to present and highlight selected characteristics of international students in Serbia from a time-space perspective. The new 2022 Census international student population data show how this migrant population subgroup has changed over the last decade. Besides the ambition that our findings shed light on new insights regarding this migrant population, the intention is to contribute to this under-researched topic within the demographic and sociological literature in Serbia. Quantitative empirical research aimed at mapping this population in Serbia is conducted as starting part of the scientific project IS-MIGaIN, where mixed method research will be applied aiming to broaden the scientific understanding of international student migration and identity nexus in the context of traditionally emigration countries, such as Serbia.
Automated Deployment and Parallel Execution of Legacy Applications in Cloud Environments (Short Paper)

Field: Computer Science (Physical Sciences)

Cloud Computing has long extended beyond the original focus of providing scalable on-demand resources for web applications and is now also ubiquitous in batch-style data processing applications. Employing Cloud services for data analysis tasks is also a viable alternative for researchers who are limited by their locally available compute power and in the need for timely execution. However, the provisioning and deployment of machines and applications at Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) providers is a non-trivial task for the average scientist. Within this paper, we propose a framework for automating the deployment and execution of existing applications in a data-parallel fashion in Cloud environments with only negligible effort by the user. Our evaluation of a real-world scientific use case exhibits a significant speedup compared to local execution.
Reduction techniques in fractures of the distal tibial articular surface

Field: Medicine (Health Sciences)

Complex articular fractures below the knee are not blessed with a generous envelope of soft tissue as are similar injuries more cephalad. This means that the surgeon must accomplish fracture reduction efficiently without unnecessary manipulation of bone fragments. Methods of obtaining proper alignment of fracture fragments involving the distal tibial articular surface without direct manipulation are termed “indirect reduction techniques” and are reviewed by case analysis. Such methods, properly utilized, can reduce soft-tissue complications and healing delay.
Analysis of Ecological and Climatic Suitability of Cured Tobacco in Zhaotong City

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences (Life Sciences)

Based on the meteorological data from 1980 to 2004 at the meteorological stations in Zhaotong City of Yunnan Province,the meteorological data in the planting regions of the high quality tobacco were analyzed in parallel,to assess the climatic suitability of the cured tobacco and the status of the ecological and climatic resource distribution in Zhaotong.The suitability devision for cured tobacco growing was remade by using indexes of the climatic suitability.The results showed that most parts of the Southwest Zhaotong and parts of the East Zhaotong were the most suitable regions for cured tobacco growing,where it belonged to north subtropical climate zone.The basin areas with the altitude from 1800 to 2000 m,the most parts of the mountain areas and the most parts of the mountain areas with the altitude from 900 to 1700 m were the suitable regions for cured tobacco growing,where it belonged to south temperate climate zone.
An Unexpected Anemia Hiding a Rare Syndrome With Overlapping Phenotypes

Field: Medicine (Health Sciences)

ABSTRACT Gastric polyposis is a rare endoscopic finding that can imply genetic syndromes predisposing to cancer development. Among the possible conditions associated with gastric polyposis and early onset gastric cancer (younger than 45 years) is juvenile polyposis syndrome. We present a clinical case of early onset gastric cancer associated with a frameshift mutation in the gene SMAD4 . Individuals carrying a pathogenic variant of this gene have a high risk of malignant transformation, especially of gastric cancer. Moreover, most of these patients present also with extraintestinal features of the hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia, and the first symptom prompting medical evaluation is anemia.
Tree Species Diversity and Population Structure in the Tropical Forests of North Central Eastern Ghats, India

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences (Life Sciences)

The tree species diversity and population structure were studied in four stands of the tropical forests in the north-central Eastern Ghats, based on tree inventories conducted on four 1-ha plots. In the four independent plots, two 5 x 1000 m transects were established and all trees with ≥ 15 cm girth at breast height were enumerated. The density, frequency, basal area and IVI along with diversity indices viz. Shannon index, species richness, equitability and species dominance were computed to see the variation in tree community. A total of 92 species representing 73 genera under 40 families of angiosperms were recorded. Tree species richness was as low as 34 species per hectare plot in Geddapalli to as high as 48 species in Koruturu. Tree density ranged from 360 stems per hectare in plot Geddapalli to 526 stems in plot Chintapalli and that of total basal area from 16.31 m2 ha-1 in Koruturu to 31.15 m2 ha-1 in Chintapalli. The number of species and stems decreased from the smaller to the largest girth classes. The tree inventories of the study area when compared to those of the other tropical forests showed great differences in density and basal area. This may probably be due to differences in geography and annual rainfall patterns. The information on tree species structure and function can provide baseline information for conservation of the biodiversity.
STRATEGIES FOR COPING WITH JOB CHALLENGES IN THE COMMUNITY COLLEGE DEPARTMENT: A COMPARISON OF CHAIR PERCEPTIONS BY WORK EXPERIENCE

Field: Social Sciences (Social Sciences)

Department chairs in community colleges face a number of job‐related challenges that have been well documented by practitioners and scholars. Despite the identification of these challenges, few efforts have been undertaken to develop a battery of coping strategies for them. This study sought to identify and prioritize coping strategies related to the challenges of chairing a department in the community college. In addition, the work experience background of practicing chairs was selected to determine differences in the use of the various coping strategies.
Is it possible to predict HCV-related liver cirrhosis non-invasively through routine laboratory parameters?

Field: Medicine (Health Sciences)

It is estimated that hepatitis C virus (HCV) infects chronically about 160 million people worldwide. Between 15 and 56% of these chronic carriers will evolve towards liver cirrhosis during their lifetimes. In managing subjects with HCV chronic infection, it is crucial to perform accurate staging of the disease and specifically to ascertain whether or not they have liver cirrhosis for at least three reasons: 1) the presence of cirrhosis has prognostic relevance as it entails a relatively high risk of developing decompensation (e.g., ascites, encephalopathy, jaundice, oesophageal variceal bleeding) or evolution toward hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC); 2) the presence of liver cirrhosis is the main indication for urgent treatment and paradoxically a factor predicting a poor response to currently available therapies. The timing of therapy is particular important considering that the new era of interferon-free antivirals will be a reality in a few years; 3) finally, in the presence of liver cirrhosis current guidelines recommend periodical screening for the presence of oesophageal varices and HCC. With the exception of the most advanced stages, the diagnosis of liver cirrhosis is obtained by performing a percutaneous liver biopsy, which is an invasive technique and therefore is associated with a low but non-negligible rate of complications and even death. Finally, it has a non-null rate of false negative for the diagnosis of liver cirrhosis when compared with surgical biopsy. For these reasons several authors have devised non-invasive scores to predict cirrhosis using different means. The most useful are based on liver stiffness (fibroscan), on a panel of blood tests and a proprietary algorithm (fibrotest) or on routinely available parameters. This review focuses on the different scores based on routine parameters that differ in their ease of calculation, in their diagnostic power and in the information provided. Further studies are required to compare the diagnostic performance of different non-invasive scores with the histologic evaluation and other non-invasive methods (fibroscan or fibrotest) on independent cohorts of patients.
The Posthumanities in an era of Unexpected ConsequencesEditorial for the special issue on the Transversal Posthumanities

Field: Arts and Humanities (Social Sciences)

The posthumanities constitute an affirmative, expanded development of the traditional humanities embedded within the posthuman convergence. Numerous changes impel recognition of wider forms and constituents of conditions no longer nameable simply as human; also implying mature relations to technology and science. The posthuman condition -- in fields as diverse as military strategy, health, education and machine learning -- brings entities and processes into transversal relation in ways that are normatively neutral but loaded with implications. Working in this condition is a task of the posthumanities. Being transversal implies risk. One such risk is the unexpected consequence. The article builds on Jevons, Merton, Guattari and Braidotti, to examine how transversality maps unexpected consequences, (such as pollution). Transversality is also a pragmatic method to render problems multi-dimensional: expressing active forces and capacities under the radar of established forms of articulation. Short summaries of articles by contributing authors complete this introduction.
European Adhesive Bonder

Field: Engineering (Physical Sciences)

Adhesive bonding is increasingly being used in industrial applications mainly due to its adaptability and ability to reliably join a wide range of materials. Numerous industrial sectors have now adopted adhesive bonding as a key manufacturing technology, with the automotive industry being the leader in adhesive usage. This is a key sector for the European Union (climate and energy policy, which has established a target of improving energy efficiency in the European Union by 20% by 2020. Consequently, this industry is constantly demanding lighter, stronger, more durable and more environmentally friendly materials. The increasing popularity of this technology is linked to the noteworthy benefits related with its application, compared to traditional joining process, such as welding or mechanical fastening process. With the increasing popularity of such joining techniques comes the necessity to train qualified professionals. The European Welding Federation developed a harmonized qualification system, which divides the training process into 3 levels: European Adhesive Bonder (EAB), Specialist (EAS) and Engineer (EAE). Currently, in Portugal, the first level of training, corresponding to European Adhesive Bonder is already in operation. The EAB level is accredited by the European Welding Federation (EWF) and therefore meets the requirements of EWF-515r1-10 and EWF-515r2-19 to which the Faculty of Engineering of the University of Porto is bound as a result of the accreditation as an ATB (Authorized Training Body). This training is targeted for professionals using adhesive bonding technology and professionals who do not currently use this technology but want to use it, and as such has a strong practical component. In Portugal, since 2016, three EWF certified editions have been held, with a high approval rate and met the expectations and objectives of the participants.
Abstract 5672: A novel anti-cancer effect of hesperidin: reversion of epithelial mesenchymal transition in human prostate cancer cells

Field: Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics (Life Sciences)

Abstract Prostate cancer is the most common noncutaneous malignancy in men. About one third of prostate cancers invade surrounding tissues, and metastasize to distant organs at the time of diagnosis. Once prostate cancer metastasizes to distant organs, the disease is basically not curable. The median survival for men with metastatic prostate cancer is 1 to 3 years. Epithelial mesenchymal transition (EMT) is a process facilitating cancer cell invasion and metastasis. Hesperidin (3′-5,7-trihydroxy-4′-methoxyflavanone 7-rhamnoglucoside) is a flavonoid found abundantly in citrus fruits. It demonstrates anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidative, and anti-proliferative actions in various cancer types. Its effect on EMT of prostate cancer is not known. We therefore hypothesize that hesperidin inhibits the cell growth and EMT of prostate cancer cells. In our study, we use androgen-sensitive prostate cancer LNCaP cells, androgen-insensitive Du 145 and PC3 cells, and benign prostate BPH-1 cells. These cell lines are treated with increasing concentrations of hesperidin, from 10 µM to 200 µM. We first examine the effects of hesperidin on cell viability by MTT assays. Hesperidin inhibits all three prostate cancer cell viability in a dose dependent manner but it has no significant effects on that of normal prostate cells, BPH-1. We then examine whether hesperidin reverses EMT in these cells by investigating the migration ability and the expression of EMT marker. Hesperidin at 100 µM and 200 µM inhibits the cell migration ability of PC3 and LNCaP as showed by wound scratch assay. Next, we examine expression of E-cadherin, a molecular marker for EMT, by immunohistochemistry. Hesperidin at 100 µM significantly enhances the membranous expression of E-cadherin in LNCaP cells after 48 hours of treatment as compared to the control. There are no significant changes in androgen receptor (AR) protein level or PSA mRNA after hesperidin treatment suggestive that the effects of hesperidin on LNCaP cells are AR-independent. In conclusions, our data provide novel findings that hesperidin can induce the reversion of EMT in prostate cancer cells. Hesperidin may therefore be a potential chemopreventive agent in human prostate cancer. Citation Format: {Authors}. {Abstract title} [abstract]. In: Proceedings of the 101st Annual Meeting of the American Association for Cancer Research; 2010 Apr 17-21; Washington, DC. Philadelphia (PA): AACR; Cancer Res 2010;70(8 Suppl):Abstract nr 5672.
THE INFLUENCE OF HEALTH EDUCATION ON THE HANDS WASHING TECHNIQUE OF STUDENTS AT THE TAFSIR BOARDING SCHOOL, SURABAYA

Field: Health Professions (Health Sciences)

Background: One of the best ways to prevent the spread of disease is to maintain good hand hygiene. In the Islamic boarding school environment, students often interact closely, so maintaining hand hygiene is important to prevent the spread of disease. Aim: this study was conducted to evaluate the effect of health education on the hand washing technique of students at Islamic boarding schools. Methods: This study used an experimental method with a pre-test and post-test control group design. The research sample consisted of 60 students, who were divided into two groups, namely the control group (30 people) and the intervention group (30 people). The intervention group was given health education about proper hand washing techniques, while the control group was not given health education. Data was collected by means of observation before and after the intervention using a checklist of correct hand washing techniques. The results of the study showed that after the health education intervention was carried out, there was a significant increase in students' hand washing techniques in the intervention group compared to the control group. In the intervention group, there was an increase in the percentage of correct hand washing technique from 50% before the intervention to 90% after the intervention, whereas in the control group, the percentage of correct hand washing technique only increased from 50% to 55%. Conclusion: It can be concluded that health education can influence students' hand washing techniques at Islamic boarding schools.
Role of Emotional ManagementTraining through NAVRAS Dance Therapy on Emotional Intelligence of Adolescents

Field: Psychology (Social Sciences)

This study was carried out to ascertain the effect of emotional management training through NAVRAS Dance Therapy in Indian Classical Dance on emotional intelligence of adolescents. The sample of the present study comprises of randomly selected 200 senior secondary school students including girls and boys enrolled in DAV School at Madharam of Telangana state in India. 100 students who agreed to learn dance for 50 sessions (one hour each) were included into experimental group and similar 100 students were selected from the same population (age, class, school) were into control group who were not given any dance training. Experimental group underwent Navras Classical Dance Training by practicing (nine core emotions) for three months (50 sessions).Emotional intelligence inventory was administered to measure the level. Results showed the significant effect of navras dance therapy on emotional intelligence of adolescents. The findings of the study shown increase in the level of emotional intelligence after NAVRAS Dance Therapy and no specific changes seen in the level of emotional intelligence when no intervention conducted.
Structures

Field: Health Professions (Health Sciences)

Abstract As anaesthetists, we encounter patients at their most vulnerable and stressed, with some resigned to whatever is required and others not so ready to hand over control of their most vital functions. Dealing with this spectrum of reactions presents challenges, particularly if patients hold different, and sometimes, seemingly illogical realities. Consideration of language structure offers insights into the important role conscious and subconscious communication has in influencing patients’ perceptions, experience, and behaviour. This chapter introduces the ‘LAURS’ and ‘GREAT’ structures which feature as the recurring communication frameworks in the multiple contexts explored in this book. With this understanding and using these structures we begin to see how we can work with different realities to build previously elusive rapport and stronger therapeutic relationships.
Generic Automated Beam Steering and Beam Shaping Programs with an Object Oriented Approach

Field: Engineering (Physical Sciences)

The acceleration of the high brightness beam for the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) in the pre-injectors, which will operate at the limit of their performance, will demand that even small perturbations of beam trajectory, orbit and beam shape are corrected on a daily basis. The corrections applied have to be based on the existing machine model to avoid a slow drift of the machine parameters away from the nominal values. To help the operators in this work, Automatic Beam Steering and Beam Shaping (ABS) application programs are being introduced. We will present the development of a generic and modular software for this purpose. The aim is to end up with a data-driven, portable application package, that has a common look for the different machines and transfer lines, and for the different types of corrections for which it applies. The programs have interfaces to several different instrumentation devices, normally external software applications, used to measure the actual beam positions or shapes. For calculation of new machine settings, the programs use the CERN developed Mathematica program Beam Optics.
Preventive Effect of Ganoderma lucidum on Paracetamol-induced Acute Hepatotoxicity in Rats

Field: Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics (Life Sciences)

The effect of Ganoderma lucidum in paracetamol-induced acute hepatotoxicity was investigated on Wistar rats in the present study. Hepatotoxicity was induced by oral administration of paracetamol (500 mg/kg of body weight) for 7 consecutive days. The extent of liver damage was studied by assessing biochemical parameters comprising of plasma aspartate amino transferase (AST), alanine amino transferase (ALT), alkaline phosphatase (ALP) and lactate dehydrogenase (LDH), total bilirubin (TB) and total plasma total protein (TP). Oral administration of paracetamol significantly increased the plasma levels of AST, ALT, ALP and LDH with concomitant decrease of TP. The feeding of G. lucidum (1% powder with basal food) significantly reversed the plasma levels of ALT, AST, ALP, LDH, and TP nearly to those of the normal rats. Thus, the results of the present demonstrate that the G. lucidum has significant hepatoprotective activity against paracetamol induced acute hepatotoxicity in rats.