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Tytuł:
Principal Component Analysis in the Study of Structure of the Best Polish Decathlon Competitors from the Period between 1985–2015
Autorzy:
Dziadek, Bartosz
Iskra, Janusz
Przednowek, Krzysztof
Powiązania:
https://bibliotekanauki.pl/articles/1030587.pdf
Data publikacji:
2018
Wydawca:
Uniwersytet Szczeciński. Wydawnictwo Naukowe Uniwersytetu Szczecińskiego
Tematy:
decathlon
principal component analysis
sport career
Opis:
The modern decathlon is a sport consisting of ten different events held over two days, played by men. Depending on the complexity of combined events, variety of events (runs, throws, jumps), the multi-stage, time-consuming and difficult training process the sport is considered as one of the most difficult. The analysis of careers of the best decathlon participants and applying advanced data-mining methods can help define the patterns occurring between each decathlon event and the final result. The research material encompasses career data of the 25 top competitors from Poland in years 1985–2015. Principal component analysis (PCA) was used in the research in order to designate new uncorrelated variables (components), representing input data across a new plane. Data analysis involved appointment of correlations between the events, determining the number of main components taken into account in further studies, analysis of the weight of each variable in formation of main components as well as visualisation and interpretation of results in the new plane described by the determined main components. Through the implementation of PCA method in the process of analysis it was possible to designate over 69% of compound data volatility with the use of the first three components. The first component, comprised of seven variables, displays the largest share in the total variability. The study of the relationship between variables in the new plane displayed strong correlations between sprint events (100 m, 110 m hurdles) and long jump and pole vault. No correlations between the 1500 m run and other events were found.
Źródło:
Central European Journal of Sport Sciences and Medicine; 2018, 23, 3; 77-87
2300-9705
2353-2807
Pojawia się w:
Central European Journal of Sport Sciences and Medicine
Dostawca treści:
Biblioteka Nauki
Artykuł
Tytuł:
Principal Component Analysis and Cluster Analysis In Multivariate Assessment of Water Quality
Autorzy:
Jankowska, J.
Radzka, E.
Rymuza, K.
Powiązania:
https://bibliotekanauki.pl/articles/124319.pdf
Data publikacji:
2017
Wydawca:
Polskie Towarzystwo Inżynierii Ekologicznej
Tematy:
principal component analysis
water quality
cluster analysis
Opis:
This paper deals with the use of multivariate methods in drinking water analysis. During a five-year project, from 2008 to 2012, selected chemical parameters in 11 water supply networks of the Siedlce County were studied. Throughout that period drinking water was of satisfactory quality, with only iron and manganese ions exceeding the limits (21 times and 12 times, respectively). In accordance with the results of cluster analysis, all water networks were put into three groups of different water quality. A high concentration of chlorides, sulphates, and manganese and a low concentration of copper and sodium was found in the water of Group 1 supply networks. The water in Group 2 had a high concentration of copper and sodium, and a low concentration of iron and sulphates. The water from Group 3 had a low concentration of chlorides and manganese, but a high concentration of fluorides. Using principal component analysis and cluster analysis, multivariate correlation between the studied parameters was determined, helping to put water supply networks into groups according to similar water quality.
Źródło:
Journal of Ecological Engineering; 2017, 18, 2; 92-96
2299-8993
Pojawia się w:
Journal of Ecological Engineering
Dostawca treści:
Biblioteka Nauki
Artykuł
Tytuł:
The use of some morphological traits for the assessment of genetic diversity in spinach (Spinacia oleracea L.) landraces
Autorzy:
Ebadi-Segheloo, Asghar
Asadi-Gharneh, Hossein ali
Mohebodini, Mehdi
Janmohammadi, Mohsen
Nouraein, Mojtaba
Sabaghnia, Naser
Powiązania:
https://bibliotekanauki.pl/articles/2199739.pdf
Data publikacji:
2014-06-19
Wydawca:
Instytut Hodowli i Aklimatyzacji Roślin
Tematy:
breeding
cluster analysis
diversity
landraces
principal component analysis
Opis:
Investigation of native accessions of spinach (Spinacia oleracea L.) would be aid in the development of new genetically improved varieties, so in this research 121 spinach landraces, collected from the various spinach growing areas of Iran, were evaluated to determine their diversity using several agro-morphological traits. High coefficients of variation (CV) were recorded in fresh yield, leaf area and dry yield. Using principal component (PC) analysis, the first three PCs with eigenvalues more than 0.9 contributed 80.56% of the variability among accessions. The first PC was related to leaf yield performance (fresh and dry yields, leaf numbers at flowering and lateral branches) while the PC2 was related to leaf characteristic (leaf width, petiole length, petiole diameter and leaf area). The third PC was related to seed characteristic (seed yield and 1000-seed weight) and was named as seed property component. The 121 spinach landraces were grouped into six clusters using cluster analysis. Each cluster had some specific characteristics of its own and the clusters I and II were clearly separated from clusters III and V and also from clusters IV and VI. The studied accessions are an important resource for the generation of a core collection of spinach in the world. The results of present research will support tasks of conservation and utilization of landraces in spinach breeding programs.
Źródło:
Plant Breeding and Seed Science; 2014, 69; 69-80
1429-3862
2083-599X
Pojawia się w:
Plant Breeding and Seed Science
Dostawca treści:
Biblioteka Nauki
Artykuł
Tytuł:
Taxonomic position of Pinus ceciliae (Pinaceae) endemic for Balearic Islands as revealed on needle characteristics
Autorzy:
Boratynska, K.
Tomaszewski, D.
Montserrat, J.M.
Marek, S.
Boratynski, A.
Powiązania:
https://bibliotekanauki.pl/articles/2077667.pdf
Data publikacji:
2019
Wydawca:
Polska Akademia Nauk. Instytut Dendrologii PAN
Tematy:
biometry
discrimination analysis
Pinus halepensis
Principal Component Analysis
Opis:
The Cecilian pine (Pinus ceciliae) is endemic to Balearic islands (Spain). It is a small taxon, some- times treated as synonym of Aleppo pine (P. halepensis), to which is closely related, differing mainly with dense crown shape and upright branches. The other characteristics, which differ between P. ceciliae and P. halepensis concern the cone scale and needle length only. We examined biometrically needles of Cecilian pine from Mallorca (5 tress) and Menorca (9 trees) islands, and compared them to Aleppo pine populations rep- resented by 30 trees from each island. Each tree was represented by 5 needles, and they were studied with respect to 17 morphological and anatomical characteristics. We detected that needles of the Cecilian pine were smaller, but only when compared to the Aleppo pine from the same island. In general, this difference was also observed in the number of resin canals, number of stomata and stomatal rows. Interestingly, the proportions of the needle dimensions pattern were similar in both taxa. In conclusion we stated the results support the taxonomic rank of Cecilian pine as a variety, Pinus halepensis var. ceciliae (Llorens & L.Llorens) L.Llorens, Fl. Països Catalans, 1: 197 (1984)
Źródło:
Dendrobiology; 2019, 82; 8-16
1641-1307
Pojawia się w:
Dendrobiology
Dostawca treści:
Biblioteka Nauki
Artykuł
Tytuł:
The quality of public finance in the light of fiscal governance concept: implications for the European Union countries
Autorzy:
Kargol-Wasiluk, Aneta
Wildowicz-Giegiel, Anna
Powiązania:
https://bibliotekanauki.pl/articles/22446543.pdf
Data publikacji:
2018
Wydawca:
Instytut Badań Gospodarczych
Tematy:
public finance
quality
fiscal governance
principal component analysis
Opis:
Research background: The research area on the quality of public finance (QPF) appears to be intellectually attractive. In the light of the challenges of the 21st century, public finance should be characterized by adequate quality, ensuring effective implementation of the economic functions of government. The problem of QPF is increasingly more frequent in the face of a deteriorating fiscal situation of most countries in Europe and around the world. Hence, it is worth considering which factors determine the quality of public finance. Purpose of the article: This article aims to show the possibility of assessing the quality of public finance in the light of fiscal governance concept.  The identification of the key components of QPF seems to be useful from the point of view of empirical research, and can be implemented to assess the quality of public finance in the EU?28. Methods: Descriptive analysis along with principal component analysis (PCA) was implemented to indicate dimensions of QPF. Findings & Value added: The quality of public finance consists of a well-designed fiscal rules (numerical and non-numerical) and institutions, as well as structural reforms. The obtained results allow to characterize the quality of public finance through the prism of six identified principal components. They have a mixed character, two of them are partly or totally related to the institutional aspects of public finance, which proves their importance in the process of improving the quality of public finance. Improving the quality of public finance remains a key challenge for policy makers in the EU. The growing impact of globalization and the aging population also cause the need to improve the qualitative aspects of fiscal policy. The study contributes to the literature on public finance, particularly in the empirical dimension through broadening the knowledge on institutional factors which can be used to measure QPF index. The results of research have certainly enriched the existing knowledge on the phenomenon of QPF and the ways of its measurement.
Źródło:
Equilibrium. Quarterly Journal of Economics and Economic Policy; 2018, 13, 3; 411-426
1689-765X
2353-3293
Pojawia się w:
Equilibrium. Quarterly Journal of Economics and Economic Policy
Dostawca treści:
Biblioteka Nauki
Artykuł
Tytuł:
Geomorphic Control on Soil Erosion – a Case Study in the Subarnarekha Basin, India
Autorzy:
Kathwas, Amar Kumar
Patel, Nilanchal
Powiązania:
https://bibliotekanauki.pl/articles/2088182.pdf
Data publikacji:
2021
Wydawca:
Uniwersytet Marii Curie-Skłodowskiej. Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Marii Curie-Skłodowskiej
Tematy:
geomorphological feature
soil erosion
USLE
principal component analysis
Opis:
Geomorphology depicts the qualitative and quantitative characteristics of both terrain and landscape features combined with the processes responsible for its evolution. Soil erosion by water involves processes, which removes soil particles and organic matter from the upper sheet of the soil surface, and then transports the eroded material to distant location under the action of water. Very few studies have been conducted on the nature and dynamics of soil erosion in the different geomorphologic features. In the present investigation, an attempt has been made to assess the control of geomorphologic features on the soil loss. Universal Soil Loss Equation (USLE) was used to determine soil loss from the various geomorphological landforms. Principal component analysis (PCA) was implemented on the USLE parameters to determine the degree of association between the individual principal components and the USLE-derived soil loss. Results obtained from the investigation signify the influence of the various landforms on soil erosion. PC5 is found to be significantly correlated with the USLE-derived soil loss. The results ascertained significant association between the soil loss and geomorphological landforms, and therefore, suitable strategies can be implemented to alleviate soil loss in the individual landforms.
Źródło:
Polish Journal of Soil Science; 2021, 54, 1; 1-24
0079-2985
Pojawia się w:
Polish Journal of Soil Science
Dostawca treści:
Biblioteka Nauki
Artykuł
Tytuł:
The application of principal component analysis (pca) for the study of the spanish tourist demand
Autorzy:
González, María Jesús González
Pascual, María-Eva Vallejo
Powiązania:
https://bibliotekanauki.pl/articles/1051397.pdf
Data publikacji:
2018-12-30
Wydawca:
Uniwersytet im. Adama Mickiewicza w Poznaniu
Tematy:
Spain
autonomous communities
tourist demand
principal component analysis
Opis:
The objective of this study is the characterisation of the Spanish autonomous communities as tourist destinations for Spanish trips, based on the activities carried out, using the principal component method. The Spanish tourist is not only motivated by the sun and beach. This paper aims to clarify how Spanish people consider other tourist destinations. We contrast how frequently other types of tourism are valued when choosing their destination within the Spanish geography. Inland tourism, sports tourism, entertainment as well as gastronomy are becoming increasingly important.
Źródło:
Quaestiones Geographicae; 2018, 37, 4; 43-52
0137-477X
2081-6383
Pojawia się w:
Quaestiones Geographicae
Dostawca treści:
Biblioteka Nauki
Artykuł
Tytuł:
Multi-trait evaluation of value for cultivation and use of early maturing edible potato cultivars registered in Poland
Autorzy:
Rymuza, K.
Powiązania:
https://bibliotekanauki.pl/articles/123780.pdf
Data publikacji:
2015
Wydawca:
Polskie Towarzystwo Inżynierii Ekologicznej
Tematy:
edible potato
potato cultivar
principal component analysis
cluster analysis
Opis:
The work presents an analysis of diversity and comparison of value for cultivation and use of early maturing potato cultivars registered with the Polish National Register of Cultivars. The comparison was based on 17 yield and appearance traits and quality attributes of tubers as well as their resistance to diseases. The analysis employed the following multi-dimensional statistical methods: principal component analysis and cluster analysis. The principal component analysis revealed that over 70% of the total variation was associated with the first 6 principal components. Cluster analysis yielded 4 groups of genotypes. The first group consisted of the cultivars which produced tubers with the most shallow eyes, the best flavour and the least severe darkening of raw flesh. The cultivars in the second group produced high yields and were low in starch, dry matter and glycoalkaloids. The tubers of cultivars which were classified into the third group had the highest starch, dry matter and vitamin C contents. However, they produced the lowest yields and were quite susceptible to most diseases. The fourth group was made up of high-yielding cultivars which tended to accumulate glycoalkaloids but were most resistant to hollow heart in tubers.
Źródło:
Journal of Ecological Engineering; 2015, 16, 1; 50-56
2299-8993
Pojawia się w:
Journal of Ecological Engineering
Dostawca treści:
Biblioteka Nauki
Artykuł
Tytuł:
Quantum image classification using principal component analysis
Autorzy:
Ostaszewski, M.
Sadowski, P.
Gawron, P.
Powiązania:
https://bibliotekanauki.pl/articles/375706.pdf
Data publikacji:
2015
Wydawca:
Polska Akademia Nauk. Czytelnia Czasopism PAN
Tematy:
some quantum algorithms
quantum image processing
principal component analysis
Opis:
We present a novel quantum algorithm for the classification of images. The algorithm is constructed using principal component analysis and von Neuman quantum measurements. In order to apply the algorithm we present a new quantum representation of grayscale images.
Źródło:
Theoretical and Applied Informatics; 2015, 27, 1; 1-12
1896-5334
Pojawia się w:
Theoretical and Applied Informatics
Dostawca treści:
Biblioteka Nauki
Artykuł
Tytuł:
Association between dietary patterns and cardiovascular risk factors in a selected population of Lower Silesia (PURE Study Poland)
Autorzy:
Czekajlo, A.
Różańska, D.
Zatońska, K.
Szuba, A.
Regulska-Ilow, B.
Powiązania:
https://bibliotekanauki.pl/articles/2081935.pdf
Data publikacji:
2018
Wydawca:
Instytut Medycyny Wsi
Tematy:
risk factors
cardiovascular diseases
principal component analysis
dietary patterns
Opis:
Introduction. Dietary pattern analysis is used to describe the dietary habits of a selected population. In many studies, dietary patterns (DPs) have been associated with risk factors for cardiovascular disease (CVD). The aim of the study was to assess the association between dietary patterns identified in the population of Lower Silesia, Poland, with anthropometric and biochemical risk factors for CVD. Materials and method. The study group included 2,025 participants of the Prospective Urban Rural Epidemiological (PURE) Study. Dietary intake was evaluated based on data from the Food Frequency Questionnaire (FFQ). Dietary patterns were derived using principal component analysis (PCA). The relationship between DPs and body mass index (BMI), waist circumference, waist-hip ratio, blood pressure, total cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, triglycerides and fasting glucose level, was assessed. Results. Three dietary patterns identified in the study explained 35.6% of total variance. The ‘fruit, vegetables & dairy’ DP, characterized by a high intake of vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, raisins, milk and low-fat dairy, was associated with improved lipid profile and anthropometric measures, lower diastolic blood pressure and lower fasting glucose concentration. ‘Traditional’ and ‘fat & sugar’ DPs were unfavourably associated with most of the risk factors for CVD presented in this study. Conclusions. Dietary patterns identified in this study were differently related to selected anthropometric and biochemical risk factors for CVD. ‘Fruit, vegetables & dairy’ DP was favourably associated with the biochemical and anthropometric CVD risk factors, and was characterized by higher nutritional value in comparison with ‘traditional’ and ‘fat & sugar’ DPs.
Źródło:
Annals of Agricultural and Environmental Medicine; 2018, 25, 4; 635-641
1232-1966
Pojawia się w:
Annals of Agricultural and Environmental Medicine
Dostawca treści:
Biblioteka Nauki
Artykuł
Tytuł:
Wavelength-sensitive-function-based spectral reconstruction using segmented principal component analysis
Autorzy:
Wu, G.
Shen, X.
Liu, Z.
Zhang, J.
Powiązania:
https://bibliotekanauki.pl/articles/174199.pdf
Data publikacji:
2016
Wydawca:
Politechnika Wrocławska. Oficyna Wydawnicza Politechniki Wrocławskiej
Tematy:
spectral reconstruction
wavelength-sensitive function
segmented principal component analysis
Opis:
Spectral images provide richer information than colorimetric images. A high-dimensional spectral data presents a challenge for efficient spectral reconstruction. In conventional reconstruction methods it is very difficult to obtain good spectral and colorimetric accuracy simultaneously. In this paper, a segmented principal component analysis (SPCA) method and a weighted segmented principal component analysis (wSPCA) method are proposed for efficient reconstruction of spectral color information. The methods require, firstly, partitioning the complete spectrum of wavelengths into two subgroups, considering the sensitivity of human visual system. Then the classical principal component analysis (PCA) carried out each subgroup of data separately. The results indicated that the spectral and colorimetric accuracy of the SPCA and wSPCA outperformed the PCA and weighted PCA, and wSPCA clearly retained more color visual information.
Źródło:
Optica Applicata; 2016, 46, 3; 365-374
0078-5466
1899-7015
Pojawia się w:
Optica Applicata
Dostawca treści:
Biblioteka Nauki
Artykuł
Tytuł:
A comparative analysis of the principal component method and parallel analysis in working with official statistical data
Autorzy:
Holubova, Halyna
Powiązania:
https://bibliotekanauki.pl/articles/10559806.pdf
Data publikacji:
2023-02-24
Wydawca:
Główny Urząd Statystyczny
Tematy:
principal components
principal component analysis
factor analysis
Kaiser criterion
рarallel analysis
simulation
Opis:
The dynamic development of the digitized society generates large-scale information data flows. Therefore, data need to be compressed in a way allowing its content to remain complete and informative. In order for the above to be achieved, it is advisable to use the principal component method whose main task is to reduce the dimension of multidimensional space with a minimal loss of information. The article describes the basic conceptual approaches to the definition of principle components. Moreover, the methodological principles of selecting the main components are presented. Among the many ways to select principle components, the easiest way is selecting the first k-number of components with the largest eigenvalues or to determine the percentage of the total variance explained by each component. Many statistical data packages often use the Kaiser method for this purpose. However, this method fails to take into account the fact that when dealing with random data (noise), it is possible to identify components with eigenvalues greater than one, or in other words, to select redundant components. We conclude that when selecting the main components, the classical mechanisms should be used with caution. The Parallel analysis method uses multiple data simulations to overcome the problem of random errors. This method assumes that the components of real data must have greater eigenvalues than the parallel components derived from simulated data which have the same sample size and design, variance and number of variables. A comparative analysis of the eigenvalues was performed by means of two methods: the Kaiser criterion and the parallel Horn analysis on the example of several data sets. The study shows that the method of parallel analysis produces more valid results with actual data sets. We believe that the main advantage of Parallel analysis is its ability to model the process of selecting the required number of main components by determining the point at which they cannot be distinguished from those generated by simulated noise.
Źródło:
Statistics in Transition new series; 2023, 24, 1; 199-212
1234-7655
Pojawia się w:
Statistics in Transition new series
Dostawca treści:
Biblioteka Nauki
Artykuł
Tytuł:
Optimal Stock Portfolio – Application of Multivariate Statistical Analysis
Optymalny portfel akcji – zastosowanie wielowymiarowej analizy statystycznej
Autorzy:
Konarzewska, Iwona
Powiązania:
https://bibliotekanauki.pl/articles/904809.pdf
Data publikacji:
2013
Wydawca:
Uniwersytet Łódzki. Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Łódzkiego
Tematy:
optimal portfolio models
principal component analysis of rates of return
Opis:
Investigating relationship between risk of the Markowitz optimal portfolio and the strength of interdependence for the set of rates of return for portfolio components we state (Konarzewska, 2008, 2012) that the risk measured as variance/standard deviation is slightly sensitive on small disturbance in data set when the series of data are strongly interrelated. What more, portfolio risk rises as the strength of interdependence declines. We have found that if strong linear relationship is present among series, it is important to control the direction between the portfolio weights vector and the eigenvector corresponding to maximal eigenvalue of the correlation/covariance matrix – the ideal situation being orthogonality of the two vectors. These results can be utilized in: the algorithm for pre-selection of investment portfolio components, construction of the optimal investment portfolio models. Both propositions utilize eigenvalue decomposition of the rates of return correlation or covariance matrix. Theoretical results are illustrated by empirical examples for medium-sized firms being components of mWIG40 index on Stock Exchange in Warsaw. We compare optimal portfolios obtained for Markowitz and PCA – aided models.
W artykule przedstawiamy wybrane wyniki teoretyczne na temat konstrukcji optymalnego portfela akcji z wykorzystaniem informacji dostepnej w wyniku przeprowadzenia analizy głównych składowych macierzy kowariancji czy też macierzy korelacji stóp zwrotu z akcji. Wyniki teoretyczne prowadzą do konstrukcji modeli optymalizacyjnych uwzględniajacych redukcję przestrzeni danych do określonej liczby głównych składowych, co udaje się skutecznie przeprowadzić w warunkach silnych związków o charakterze liniowym między szeregami stóp zwrotu z akcji. W pracy prezentujemy wyniki analiz dla modeli Markowitza oraz modeli opartych o analizę głównych składowych na przykładzie sektora średnich spółek na GPW w Warszawie w latach 2009-2011. Badanie empiryczne pokazuje różnice wyników optymalizacji oraz ryzyka portfeli w przypadkach, kiedy korzystamy z macierzy kowariancji albo korelacji.
Źródło:
Acta Universitatis Lodziensis. Folia Oeconomica; 2013, 286
0208-6018
2353-7663
Pojawia się w:
Acta Universitatis Lodziensis. Folia Oeconomica
Dostawca treści:
Biblioteka Nauki
Artykuł
Tytuł:
Physicochemical characterization of synclinal spring water of Taoura, region of Souk Ahras – North East Algeria
Autorzy:
Bouhafs, Fatma
Laraba, Abdelaziz
Powiązania:
https://bibliotekanauki.pl/articles/1841971.pdf
Data publikacji:
2021
Wydawca:
Instytut Technologiczno-Przyrodniczy
Tematy:
chemistry
principal component analysis
PCA
pollution
springs
Taoura
water quality
Opis:
The springs of the Taoura region flow from a syncline shaped structure. All resources in the region were mobilized as a result of increased demand. However, the development of anthropic activities and population growth in the area pose risk for groundwater. Analytical results obtained from a series of samplings in November 2017–April 2018, express the quality of water suitable for the irrigation of agricultural land. The highest values are recorded in April 2018 at 20.5 to 21.6°C and pH of 8.0 to 8.2. The study recorded high electrical conductivity from 1390 to 1495 μS∙cm–1 and TDS from 1270 to 1500 mg∙dm–3 in November 2017, which shows important mineralization that characterizes spring water. Physical parameters were measured in situ using a HORIBA multi-parameter probe. Chemical analyses were carried out using NFT 90-005 titration, and nitrogen parameters by DIN 38405-D92 spectrophotometry. Maximum levels of nitrates and phosphates were recorded at 228 and 18.4 mg∙dm–3 respectively. The principal component analysis (PCA) showed a good correlation of the November 2017 period with mineralization parameters. Moreover, there is a strong correlation between the wet period and pollution factors. The two methods of analysis has allowed to distinguish three groups of geochemical water types: a bicarbonate calcium group typical for waters having transited in carbonate horizons. A second chloride calcium group shows basic exchange between water and clay levels, and the third chloride bicarbonate calcium group reveals an enrichment in calcium and chloride, which reflects water circulation with an exchange of the carbonated and evaporitic sedimentary rock matrix.
Źródło:
Journal of Water and Land Development; 2021, 50; 27-37
1429-7426
2083-4535
Pojawia się w:
Journal of Water and Land Development
Dostawca treści:
Biblioteka Nauki
Artykuł
Tytuł:
Electronic noses for monitoring benzene occupational exposure in biological samples of Egyptian workers
Autorzy:
Mohamed, Ehab I.
Khalil, Gihane I.
Abdel-Mageed, Samir M.
Bayoumi, Amani M.
Ramadan, Heba S.
Kotb, Metwally A.
Powiązania:
https://bibliotekanauki.pl/articles/2179801.pdf
Data publikacji:
2013-03-01
Wydawca:
Instytut Medycyny Pracy im. prof. dra Jerzego Nofera w Łodzi
Tematy:
phenol
muconic acid
exhaled air
blood
urine
principal component analysis
Opis:
Objectives: Benzene is commonly emitted in several industries, leading to widespread environmental and occupational exposure hazards. While less toxic solvents have been substituted for benzene, it is still a component of petroleum products and is a trace impurity in industrial products resulting in continued higher occupational exposures in industrial settings in developing countries. Materials and Methods: We investigated the potential use of an electronic nose (e-nose) to monitor the headspace volatiles in biological samples from benzene-exposed Egyptian workers and non-exposed controls. The study population comprised 150 non-smoking male workers exposed to benzene and an equal number of matching non-exposed controls. We determined biomarkers of benzene used to estimate exposure and risk including: benzene in exhaled air and blood; and its urinary metabolites such as phenol and muconic acid using gas chromatography technique and a portable e-nose. Results: The average benzene concentration measured in the ambient air of the workplace of all studied industrial settings in Alexandria, Egypt; was 97.56±88.12 μg/m³ (range: 4.69–260.86 μg/m³). Levels of phenol and muconic acid were signifi cantly (p < 0.001) higher in both blood and urine of benzene-exposed workers as compared to non-exposed controls. Conclusions: The e-nose technology has successfully classifi ed and distinguished benzene-exposed workers from non-exposed controls for all measured samples of blood, urine and the exhaled air with a very high degree of precision. Thus, it will be a very useful tool for the low-cost mass screening and early detection of health hazards associated with the exposure to benzene in the industry.
Źródło:
International Journal of Occupational Medicine and Environmental Health; 2013, 26, 1; 165-172
1232-1087
1896-494X
Pojawia się w:
International Journal of Occupational Medicine and Environmental Health
Dostawca treści:
Biblioteka Nauki
Artykuł

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