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The methodology for evaluation of environmental education programs
Činčera, Jan
The methodology may be used by public administration officials who evaluate both formal and informal environmental education programs for various reasons (incl. making decisions on the distribution of funds to support formal and informal environmental education programs)., The results can than be used by those who implemented the program to improve it or by its external evaluators such as the donor to asses its efficiency. The aim of the presented methodology is to define the basic terminology for evaluating environmental education programs, describe the basic stages of the evaluation cycle, characterize the basic alternative procedures for evaluating programs, and finally, to identify the basic requirements for evaluation research. Development of the methodology is based on the assumption that the evaluation research in the medium term will become an integral part of environmental education programs. To achieve this objective requires that officials are familiar with the theme and gain a basic understanding of the opportunities and needs of the assessment procedures.
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Methods for the detection of Paenibacillus larvae and Melissococcus plutonius using real-time PCR
Hrabák, Jaroslav ; Vlková, Kateřina ; Erban, Tomáš
The methodology is intended for diagnostic laboratories focused on bee infections. Detection of the causative agents of American foulbrood (Paenibacillus larvae) and European foulbrood (Melissococcus plutonius) is essential to prevent the spread of those highly contagious infections of a honey bee (Apis mellifera) diseases. In case of the suspicion, an examination of bee colonies in protective zones of the disease is indicated. The second possibility of use is the confirmation of the infection based on the detected clinical symptoms in the bee colony. The main target user in the Czech Republic are laboratories investigating animal diseases for the State Veterinary Administration (SVS) (accredited laboratories) in case of suspected disease and investigations in protective zones. Other target users are laboratories investigating bee colonies for reasons of preventive surveillance based on the request of beekeepers. The PCR method enables fast and reliable detection of P. larvae and M. plutonius from different samples taken from the bee colony. Compared to classic microbiological techniques, it allows to provide a result within a few hours of receiving the sample in the laboratory. In this way, it is possible to ensure, above all during the period of intense flight activity of bees, early intervention in bee colonies suspected of the occurrence of the mentioned diseases and to prevent the spread of the disease to nearby habitats of bee colonies.
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Development of a procedure for the analysis of the T-cell response against SARS-CoV-2 virus
Šmahel, Michal ; Pavliš, Oto ; Beran, Ondřej ; Bohoněk, Miloš ; Tachezy, Ruth ; Holub, Michal ; Poláková, Ingrid ; Saláková, Martina ; Schreiberová, Lucie
In 2020, the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus caused a pandemic of covid-19 disease. To detect the cellular response induced by infection with this virus, a highly sensitive ELISPOT assay has been developed that detects specific interferon gamma-producing T lymphocytes after stimulation with synthetic peptides derived from viral antigens. This assay allows the detection of memory T cells directed against the viral spike (S) protein used for vaccination as well as against other viral proteins. This method can be applied to the analysis of the immune response in individuals after covid-19 and SARS-CoV-2 vaccination and may thus be used to determine the immune preparedness of emergency workers.
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Methodology for increasing the capacity of local actors for sustainable development of the region
Dlouhá, Jana ; Pospíšilová, Marie ; Petiška, Eduard ; Dlouhý, Jiří ; Macháčková Henderson, Laura
An analysis of the needs of rural and small communities in terms of sustainability shows that the preconditions for initiating change are, among others, in the social sphere: these include social capital (trust, developed relationships between actors, joint activities) and education appropriate to the conditions of the region (shaping local identity). The Methodology proposes how relationships and cooperation in a given place can be shaped and subsequently used to improve the quality of life in all its dimensions - social, environmental and economic. It shows practices for shaping local culture and lifestyle, presents the experience of the Movement for Change, recapitulates the principles of social entrepreneurship, and refers to existing forms of cooperation in community projects. It shows that opportunities for education, especially based on locally embedded learning, are lacking so that a shared understanding of sustainability principles in the regions to ensure a general awareness of local UR resources and opportunities is missing.
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Methodology of development of case studies for Higher Education and as Open Educational Resources (OER)
Dlouhá, Jana ; Dlouhý, Jiří ; Kapitulčinová, Dana
The methodology of development of regional case studies of Sustainable Development for Higher Education is aimed at the promotion of the use of practical cases in teaching; it should lead to the development of research tools relevant to local environmental issues and issues of sustainable development of the region, and thus emphasizes the importance of the regional context and specifics. The publication of the cases in the form of open educational resources (OER) enables access to these materials for regionally oriented education at earlier stages of the education system, and can be used for the presentation of regional specifics, and may also serve to promote dialogue concerning the development of the territory between the different social actors. The methodology outlines the procedure for creating educational case studies and shows how they are used in university teaching. Because the methodology is based on qualitative research methods working with direct experience, discussion also addresses the ways and means of creating a knowledge base as an open educational resources (OER), to facilitate the accumulation of this experience. The methodology takes into account the requirement for continuity of learning at different educational levels and gives a brief overview of similar approaches applied at lower levels of the education system; it also shows how the results can be applied in practice. The methods of case study development and use are based on the authors' own teaching experience, and on its theoretical reflection. The methodology clearly summarizes the assumptions for teaching sustainable development issues from a regional perspective; it offers the possibility of linking university teaching and research with practice, which should lead to an increased competence in addressing local issues of sustainable development in cooperation with universities.
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Needs of patients with age related macular degeneration
Houdková, Eliška ; Jirkovský, Daniel (advisor) ; Haluzíková, Jana (referee)
This bachelor's thesis deals with the area of specific needs in patients with age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Objectives: The aim of this thesis is to provide an overview of the changed needs of patients with AMD. Methods: To achieve the aim of the thesis, a questionnaire survey was conducted. The target group of the survey were patients undergoing anti-VEGF therapy at an unnamed eye clinic. A total of 70 questionnaires were included in the survey. Results: Based on the statistical evaluation of the data, it was found that AMD significantly affects the lives of respondents in many areas. The majority of respondents identified independence and self-sufficiency as the most affected aspect of their lives. More than half of the respondents (55.71 %) have problems with mobility and everyday activities. AMD also negatively affects the mental health of patients, 70 % of respondents are afraid of depression or anxiety. Respondents find meaning and fulfillment in life, especially in the areas of family and friends relationships, leisure activities, spiritual development, education, gratitude, and a positive attitude towards life. Conclusion: AMD has a complex impact on the lives of patients. It is important to provide patients with AMD with high-quality and accessible care that includes not only...
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HPLC in quality control of food supplements based on goldenrod and containing rutin and chlorogenic acid
Kotyková, Klára ; Šatínský, Dalibor (advisor) ; Chocholoušová Havlíková, Lucie (referee)
Charles University Faculty of Pharmacy in Hradec Králové Department of Analytical Chemistry Candidate: Klára Kotyková Supervisor: prof. RNDr. Dalibor Šatínský, Ph.D. Title of the diploma thesis: HPLC in quality control of food supplements based on goldenrod and containing rutin and chlorogenic acid In this diploma thesis, a high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) method was developed and validated for the separation and determination of chlorogenic acid, 3,5- dicaffeoylquinic acid, rutin, quercetin, and kaempferol. This method was applied to the analysis of food supplements based on goldenrod: drops Celík zlatobýl (Valdemar Grešík), Celík obecný BIO (Bylinné kapky), Celík obecný (Bylinné kapky), Zlatobýl (Green Idea), Zlatobýl - tinktura z pupenů (Serafin), Zlatobýl - tinktura z bylin (Serafin), Zlatobýlová směs (Dědek kořenář), Zlatobýl (Inca Botanica), and capsules Celík (Ex Herbis). Furthermore, two food supplements containing rutin (Solgar and Walmark®) and a food supplement Zelená káva (Botanic) containing chlorogenic acid were analyzed. An Ascentis® Express 90 Å AQ-C18 150 × 4.6 mm column with 2.7 µm particles was selected for analysis. A gradient elution with a mobile phase of acetonitrile/0.085% phosphoric acid was used. Detection was performed with a diode array detector at...
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Synthesis of novel quinazoline derivatives as a potential multipotent therapeutics against Alzheimer's disease
Tošnerová, Daniela ; Karabanovich, Galina (advisor) ; Matouš, Petr (referee)
1 ABSTRACT Charles University, Faculty of Pharmacy in Hradec Králové Department of: Organic and Bioorganic Chemistry Mentor: Ing. Galina Karabanovich, Ph.D. Consultant: Ing. Barbora Svobodová, Ph.D. Student: Daniela Tošnerová Title of Thesis: Synthesis of novel quinazoline derivatives as a potential multipotent therapeutics against Alzheimer's disease Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a severe neurologic disorder. Current treatments only temporarily delay the progression of disease. The main limiting factor for developing of new therapeutic compounds is the simultaneous presence of multiple pathologies. Thus, a new group of potential drugs called multi-target directed ligands (MTDLs) emerged as an alternative option to combat AD. To this date, dozens of MTDLs have been published. As part of the experimetnal section of this thesis, a series of small molecules based on quinazoline scaffold was rationally designed with the intention to influence the activity of acetylcholinesterase, butyrylcholinesterase, monoamine oxidase A and B (MAO-A/MAO-B), and the GluN1/GluN2B subunit of N-methyl-D-aspartate receptor (NMDAR). Subsequently twenty-four new quinazoline derivatives were synthesized, and biologically evaluated. The overall results highlighted compound II-6h ((5E)-8-chlor-N-cyklohexyl-3-methyl-1-...
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Mechanisms responsible for sex bias in the prevalence of autoimmune diseases
Ráček, Vojtěch ; Daňková, Pavlína (advisor) ; Ciferská, Hana (referee)
Studies have shown that women typically have stronger immune responses than men. This can also make them more susceptible to autoimmune diseases, with females comprising 80% of autoimmune patients. In women, one X chromosome is epigenetically silenced through a process called X chromosome inactivation. However, some immune-related genes located on the X chromosome, such as TLR7 and CD40L, may escape this silencing process in certain cells or tissues. This can result in a sex-biased expression that contributes to the development and susceptibility of autoimmune diseases like lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and Sjögren's syndrome. Another interesting factor that explains this sex bias is lncRNA XIST, which is a primary regulator of the inactivation process. It plays a crucial role in lupus development and creates an XIST ribonucleoprotein complex with proteins that help establish a repressed chromatin state on the inactivated chromosome. Importantly, many of these proteins are autoantigens in various autoimmune diseases and may serve as clinical markers for the diagnosis of these conditions. While microbiome and sexual hormones also play important roles, the focus remains primarily on XIST RNA and escape genes. Keywords: autoimmune disease, sex bias, X chromosome, escape genes, lncRNA XIST, sexual...
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