scholarly journals Postural Behaviour in Gilts Housed on Concrete and Rubber Slats During four Seasons

2014 ◽  
Vol 37 (2) ◽  
pp. 157-164 ◽  
Author(s):  
Željko Pavičić ◽  
Mario Ostović ◽  
Sven Menčik ◽  
Anamaria Ekert Kabalin ◽  
Marija Vučemilo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Thermal Conditions ◽  
Group Differences ◽  
Experimental Animals ◽  
Service Unit ◽  
Four Seasons ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Different Types ◽  
Rubber Mat ◽  
Production Cycles ◽  
Experimental Group

AbstractIn the present study, postural behaviour was compared between gilts kept in service unit with different types of flooring during all seasons. The study included four 28-day production cycles and 10 gilts per cycle, equally divided into a control and an experimental group. Control gilts were housed in gestation stalls with slatted concrete floor, whereas in the experimental group the floor was covered with an adjusted rubber mat. Postural behaviour of gilts was observed 4 times per cycle for 4 hours. Study results showed that during cooler seasons, gilts in concrete stalls spent more time standing and lying sternally, whereas gilts in matted stalls were mostly lying, predominantly laterally (P<0.001 all). There were no significant between group differences according to the time the gilts spent sitting or the frequency of changing posture in any season observed. Nevertheless, experimental animals spent significantly less time changing standing to both lying positions during all seasons (P<0.01 all). In conclusion, rubber mats may improve lying comfort in gilts; however, when using rubber mats, the house thermal conditions should be taken in consideration.

Early Spelling Acquisition: Does Writing Really Beat the Computer?

1992 ◽  
Vol 15 (3) ◽  
pp. 223-228 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sharon Vaughn ◽  
Jeanne Shay Schumm ◽  
Jane Gordon
Keyword(s):  
Learning Disabled ◽  
Primary Grade ◽  
Group Differences ◽  
Experimental Conditions ◽  
Spelling Acquisition ◽  
Instructional Activity ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Different Types ◽  
Computer Based ◽  
Based Instruction

This research evaluated the efficacy of handwriting, letter tiles, and computer-based instruction on the early spelling acquisition of normal achieving (NLD) and learning disabled (LD) elementary students. The study replicated and extended the Cunningham and Stanovich (1990) study. Forty-eight primary-grade students (24 non-learning disabled; 24 learning disabled) received spelling training under three experimental conditions that involved different types of instructional activity: writing, sorting letter tiles, or typing on the computer. Results indicated no significant differences between the LD and NLD groups on words spelled correctly for any of the three conditions. Since the number of spelling words learned was low across conditions and groups, the number of correctly learned bigrams was examined. No within-group differences emerged for condition (writing, tile, computer); however, significant differences between the groups were found on number of bigrams learned for writing, tile, and computer, with the NLD group outperforming the LD group on all three conditions. Statistically significant time effects for bigrams were also noted for all three conditions. Unlike the Cunningham and Stanovich (1990) study, results did not replicate the superiority of the handwriting condition for the NLD group, nor was the handwriting condition found to be significantly more effective for the LD group.

scholarly journals The effect of rubber mats on lesions and lameness in gilts housed in gestation stalls

2020 ◽  
Vol 51 (5) ◽  
pp. 527-534
Author(s):  
Mario Ostović ◽  
Željko Pavičić ◽  
Dalibor Potočnjak ◽  
Ivana Sabolek ◽  
Kristina Matković ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Ambient Temperature ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Production Cycle ◽  
Pig Production ◽  
Service Unit ◽  
Rubber Mat ◽  
Experimental Group

Rubber mats have not yet been widely established in pig production. However, studies mostly focusing on lesions, lameness and behaviours of lactating and group-housed pregnant sows have reported favourable results. To the best of our knowledge, lesions and lameness in sows or gilts housed individually in rubber floor gestation stalls have not been previously investigated. This study was carried out on a commercial pigbreeding farm service unit during a 28-day production cycle in all seasons. Twentyeight gilts were divided into two equal groups, control and experimental groups, and observed for each cycle. The control group was housed in standard gestation stalls with concrete slatted floor, which in the experimental group was covered with an adjusted rubber mat. During each cycle, lesions were scored on days 1, 8, 15 and 28, and lameness on day 1 and upon gilt transfer from the service unit on day 29. Gilts in rubber floor stalls showed significant reduction (P&lt;0.05) in lesions during the cooler period. Conversely, mats had no impact on lameness score in any season. No significant correlations were found between lesions and the percentage of gilts with a particular lameness score. Accordingly, rubber flooring may improve the welfare of gilts in gestation stalls through lower lesion incidence; however, ambient temperature should be taken into consideration when available.

Brief psycho-education for caregivers of persons with first episode psychosis

2018 ◽  
Vol 9 (01) ◽  
Author(s):  
Praful Prabhuappa Kapse ◽  
Manisha Kiran
Keyword(s):  
First Episode Psychosis ◽  
First Episode ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Episode Psychosis ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Expressed Emotions ◽  
Experimental Group ◽  
Group Family

Caring for the persons with first episode psychosis is challenging and demanding. It may lead to the increased burden, expressed emotions among the caregivers. The numerous studies have shown that high burden and negative expressed emotions among caregivers can lead to early relapse in the patients with first episode psychosis. To evaluate the effects of the brief psychoeducation on the caregivers burden and expressed emotions. A quasi experimental - before and after with control group research design was adopted for the study. A total of 60 caregivers have participated in the study, of which 30 caregivers in experimental group and 30 caregivers in the control group. Family Burden Interview Schedule (Pai and Kapoor, 1981) and Attitude Questionnaire (Sethi et al., 1981) was used to assess caregiver's burden and expressed emotions. At end of the psychoeducation intervention, burden among caregivers and negative expressed emotions of the caregivers have significantly reduced. The positive expressed emotions have been increased. Study results demonstrates the importance of psychoeducation intervention in reducing the burden and negative expressed emotions.

Assessment of drugs increasing the reproductive function of cows of oocyte donors

2020 ◽  
pp. 122-126
Author(s):  
A. Plakhova ◽  
K. Plemyashov
Keyword(s):  
Maximum Concentration ◽  
Ultrasound Examination ◽  
Reproductive Function ◽  
Experimental Animals ◽  
Qualitative And Quantitative ◽  
Quantitative Characteristics ◽  
Oocyte Donors ◽  
Experimental Group ◽  
Qualitative And Quantitative Characteristics ◽  
Donor Cows

In these studies, a comprehensive assessment of the effect of the drugs «Carofertin» and «Hemobalance» on the reproductive function of oocyte donor cows was carried out. At the same time, the effect of these drugs on the biochemical parameters of blood serum, as well as on the concentration of progesterone, carotene in the experimental groups and the activity of the ovaries in the experimental animals was assessed. An increase in the activity of alkaline phosphatase in the first and third experimental groups was found, which amounted to 128.80 and 104.6 IU / L. There was also a decrease in the concentration of cholesterol in the experimental groups compared with the control. The maximum concentration of carotene was noted in the experimental group No. 1, which were injected with «Carofertin» subcutaneously, and in the experimental group No. 3, which were injected with «Carofertin» and «Hemobalance». The maximum concentration of progesterone was also noted in groups No. 3 and No. 1 and amounted to 21.98±3.03 and 17.01±9.68 nmol / l, respectively. In the course of ultrasound examination of the ovaries in experimental animals, a relationship was noted between the concentration of progesterone and the intensity of the blood supply of the corpus luteum on the ovaries in experimental animals. Subsequently, in one animal from each experimental group, oocytes were aspirated (OPU) twice with an interval of two weeks and their qualitative and quantitative characteristics were assessed. The maximum number of oocytes suitable for use was noted in the experimental group No. 3, which was injected with both study drugs.

scholarly journals Highly efficient reusable superhydrophobic sponge prepared by a facile, simple and cost effective biomimetic bonding method for oil absorption

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jiaqi Wang ◽  
Yan Chen ◽  
Qinyao Xu ◽  
Miaomiao Cai ◽  
Qian Shi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Environmentally Friendly ◽  
Absorption Capacity ◽  
Oil Absorption ◽  
Water Contact ◽  
Water Separation ◽  
Highly Efficient ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Different Types ◽  
Modification Method ◽  
Bonding Method

AbstractSuperhydrophobic sponges have considerable potential for oil/water separation. Most of the methods used for superhydrophobic modification of sponges require toxic or harmful solvents, which have the drawbacks of hazardous to environment, expensive, and complex to utilize. Moreover, the hydrophobic layer on the surface of sponge is often easily destroyed. In this paper, a highly efficient superhydrophobic sponge with excellent reusability was developed by using a facile, simple and environmentally friendly dopamine biomimetic bonding method. Different types of sponges, such as melamine, polyethylene or polyurethane sponge wastes, were used as raw materials to prepare superhydrophobic sponges, which possess the advantages of inexpensive and abundant. The effects of different dopamine polymerization time and different hydrophobic agent dosage on the hydrophobicity and oil absorption capacity of melamine sponges were optimized. The study results showed that the water contact angle of the superhydrophobic sponge could reach 153° with excellent organic solvent absorption capacity of 165.9 g/g. Furthermore, the superhydrophobic sponge retained approximately 92.1% of its initial absorption capacity after 35 reutilization cycles. More importantly, the dopamine biomimetic bonding superhydrophobic modification method can be used for different types of sponges. Therefore, a universally applicable, facile, simple and environmentally friendly superhydrophobic modification method for sponges was developed.

The ecology of the deer mouse Peromyscus maniculatus in a coastal coniferous forest. II. Reproduction

1974 ◽  
Vol 52 (1) ◽  
pp. 119-131 ◽  
Author(s):  
R. M. F. S. Sadleir
Keyword(s):  
Deer Mouse ◽  
Coniferous Forest ◽  
Deer Mice ◽  
Reproductive Phenology ◽  
Corpora Lutea ◽  
Temperature Changes ◽  
Four Seasons ◽  
Different Types ◽  
Breeding Condition ◽  
Breeding Seasons

The duration and intensity of reproduction in deer mice was followed for four seasons by live and dead trapping. Three populations living in different types of forest habitat had synchronous breeding seasons, although there were major differences between years in the time of onset and cessation of breeding and in the proportion of females in breeding condition. No consistent relationships were found between either density changes or the incidence of parasitism and reproductive phenology. In the absence of overt food fluctuations there was a relationship between unseasonable temperature changes and breeding. Sudden increases in temperature may have stimulated the onset of breeding but its cessation before the autumn equinox was always associated with a considerable decrease in temperature if this occurred after April. In 57 pregnancies the corpora lutea count was 4.75 ± 1.12 and embryo count was 4.52 ± 1.16. [Formula: see text].

How do people with dementia respond to different types of art? An explorative study into interactive museum programs

2018 ◽  
Vol 31 (06) ◽  
pp. 857-868 ◽  
Author(s):  
I. Hendriks ◽  
F. J. M. Meiland ◽  
K. Slotwinska ◽  
R. Kroeze ◽  
H. Weinstein ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cognitive Impairments ◽  
Target Group ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Art Programs ◽  
People With Dementia ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Different Types ◽  
Museum Programs ◽  
Severity Of Dementia ◽  
Museum Tour

ABSTRACTObjectives:Various art programs are available for people with dementia. These have been shown to contribute to the patient’s quality of life. But are all types of art suitable for this purpose and for the target group? This study investigated whether responsiveness during museum programs depends on the type of art work shown and/or characteristics of the person with dementia, such as severity of dementia or specific cognitive impairments.Method:A cross-sectional observational study was conducted in which the responsiveness of people with dementia to different types of art was investigated as part of a study into the implementation of the Unforgettable program, an interactive guided museum tour program in Dutch museums for people with dementia.Results:The appreciative and active responsiveness and interaction with others during the program appeared related to the severity of dementia, to specific cognitive impairments, and to type of artworks. People with more severe dementia responded less to art than people with mild dementia. Artworks with more natural elements revealed less interaction with others. Artifacts (i.e., objects not originally meant as artworks) evoked more reactions than artworks.Conclusion:The study results are important to take into account when designing and offering art programs for people with dementia. Knowing which type of art works appeals most to (subgroups of) people with dementia will contribute to the optimization of art programs for this target group and to their active participation in such programs.

scholarly journals Impact complexes nanokarboksylativ and drug Kvatronan-Se on hematological parameters of blood of experimental animals

2017 ◽  
Vol 19 (74) ◽  
pp. 123-126
Author(s):  
N. B. Seba ◽  
M. A. Khomenko
Keyword(s):  
Blood Cells ◽  
Hematological Parameters ◽  
Live Weight ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Experimental Animals ◽  
Group I ◽  
Control Research ◽  
Research Experiment ◽  
The Village ◽  
Experimental Group

In this paper present the results of research of influence of the preparation «Kvatronan-Se» and carboxylates of Se, Cu, Mn, Cr, Ge in different combinations on haematological parameters of blood of experimental animals. Study was carried out on the basis of PC Haleks-Agro. It is located in the village Gul'sk of Novograd Volynskiy district of Zhytomyr region. In the farm to bred of Simmental cows. For the experiment was formed four groups. We took into account age, live weight of 650–700 kg and the average milk yield 5000–6000 kg. Animals is located in identical conditions of feeding and maintenance. Research experiment was carried out on animals couples counterparts.  Preparations introduced animals three times at 10–12 days after insemination. The cows first experimental group were injected complex nanokarboksylativ Ge, Cu, Mn and Cr, second – drug Kvatronan–Se and animals third experimental group was administered a complex composed of Se, Cu, Mn, Cr. On 13 day after insemination in experimental animals were taken blood from tail vein and examined the contents of hematological parameters. Established that injection nanokarboksylativ enhance the fertility of cows in the first and third group, the figure rose to 20% in the second by 40% compared with the control. Research hematological parameters blood  animals shows that after entering content drugs of blood cells had minor changes but remained within the physiological norm. The results show that in  concentration monocyte the second group  was at 5.53% (P > 0.01) higher compared to the control group and 2.3% compared to the first and third. The content of lymphocytes in this group decreased by 26.3% (P > 0.05), 22% and 16% relative to the control, the first and third groups. Also, it should be noted that the hemoglobin in the experimental groups decreased in group I by 7.9% in the II – 3.9% and III by 7.3% compared with the control group. Also, these groups distinguished downward trend eosinophils 1.8%, 1.5%, 2.05%. Then, as the number of segment-nuclear neutrophils contrast, in the first group increased by 18.2% in the second and third at 16.9% comparatively control. The number of monocytes in the second group doslfidniy the suspicion was higher by 66.3% and 0.3% higher than the physiological norm – it may indicate a high immune response.

scholarly journals Clinical Efficacy of Fuzheng Guben Anticancer Decoction Combined with Taxol in Treating Ovarian Carcinoma and Its Effect on Complication Incidence

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-6
Author(s):  
Pinger Li ◽  
Yinmei Lou
Keyword(s):  
Ovarian Carcinoma ◽  
Incidence Rate ◽  
Clinical Efficacy ◽  
Remission Rate ◽  
General Information ◽  
Group Differences ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Clinical Value ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Experimental Group

Objective. To investigate the clinical value of Fuzheng Guben anticancer decoction combined with taxol in treating ovarian carcinoma (OC). Methods. The medical records of 80 OC patients treated in the First People’s Hospital of Fuyang Hangzhou (January 2018–January 2021) were retrospectively analyzed, and the patients were split into the control group and the experimental group according to the treatment regimen, with 40 cases each. Those in the control group accepted the taxol chemotherapy, and on this basis, those in the experimental group took the Fuzheng Guben anticancer decoction, so as to compare its clinical efficacy and complication incidence. Results. No statistical between-group differences in patients’ general information were observed P > 0.05 ; compared with the control group, the disease objective remission rate of the experimental group was greatly higher P < 0.05 ; before and after treatment, the changes in CD8+ were not significant, indicating no statistically significant between-group differences P > 0.05 , and after treatment, CD3+, CD4+, and CD4+/CD8+ were obviously higher than before and were obviously higher in the experimental group than in the control group P < 0.05 ; after treatment, the CA125, CA199, and CEA levels were obviously lower than before and were significantly lower in the experimental group than in the control group P < 0.05 ; the mean survival of the experimental group was significantly higher than that of the control group (19.80 ± 5.84 vs. 14.075 ± 5.12 months, P < 0.05 ); and between the two groups, the incidence rate of adverse reactions of the experimental group was remarkably lower P < 0.05 . Conclusion. On the basis of taxol chemotherapy, jointly applying Fuzheng Guben anticancer decoction can significantly improve the clinical efficacy of OC, help to improve patients’ immune function, lower the complication incidence rate, and prolong the mean survival.

scholarly journals АВТОМАТИЗАЦІЯ ПРОЦЕСУ СТВОРЕННЯ ЕСКІЗІВ НОВИХ МОДЕЛЕЙ ОДЯГУ В УМОВАХ МАЛИХ ПІДПРИЄМСТВ

2018 ◽  
Vol 118 (1) ◽  
pp. 16-23
Author(s):  
Д. В. Васильковський ◽  
Н. А. Цимбал
Keyword(s):  
Estimation Method ◽  
Automated Design ◽  
Women's Clothing ◽  
Expert Estimation ◽  
Graphic Editor ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Different Types ◽  
Female Figures ◽  
Clothing Manufacture

Improvement process of designing new models of women's clothing by automating sketch design in conditions of small sewing enterprises. Analysis of computer graphics programs possibilities; determination of meaningful indicators for determining the suitability of existing software by expert estimation method; approbation of the study results in the conditions of designer workplace. There have been created templates of graphic images of different types of female figures, libraries of modern materials textures, which are most often used for women's clothing manufacture. There has been developed the method of new model sketches creation of women's clothes with the use of figure templates and libraries of materials. An approach is proposed that generalizes and simplifies the process of adaptation of universal computer programs of vector graphics with the needs of automated design of new clothing models There has been developed a methodical support for the use of the universal graphic editor Xara Designer Pro on the AWS of a designer of a small sewing enterprise.

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