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Awards that Celebrate Diversity in Children’s Literature

So, you have just read “Day of Diversity: Extending the Dialogue, Encouraging the Action” (page 23) and you are eager to buy and promote diverse books, and read and support award-winning books given by diverse groups. But, where do you start? Right here! Below we’ve listed a sampling of book awards and recommended reading lists that highlight high-quality literature for young people about diverse peoples and triumphs of the human spirit.
Demand for, Access to and Use of Community Mental Health Care: Lessons from a Demonstration Project in India and Pakistan

Background: A widely promoted model of mental health care and prevention appropriate to many low-income countries is one that is integrated into the local primary health care system. Aims: To examine the influence of health-seeking behaviours (demand-side factors) and the access to/availability of services (supply-side factors) on local service utilisation patterns for people with common mental disorders. Method: Two rural catchment populations outside Bangalore (India) and Rawalpindi (Pakistan), one with the standard primary health care system, the other with additional mental health care training and support, were screened for common mental disorders. Diagnosed cases were interviewed about thier use of and perceptions of local health care services (repeated three months later). Results: Individuals' use of integrated mental health and other care was modest. Principal (self-rated) supply-side factors were the cost of care, distance from treatment centre, a perception that care would not be effective, and concerns regarding stigma. Perceptions improved over three months, accompanied by an increased preference for public over private providers, but this was not restricted to the integrated care localities. Conclusion: The use (and therefore effectiveness) of mental health services integrated into primary care is influenced by the health-seeking behaviours and perceptions of the local population. Efforts to integrate mental health into primary care need to be accompanied by educational activities in order to increase awareness, reduce stigma and draw attention to the availability of effective treatment.
Series expansion for the J1-J2 Heisenberg antiferromagnet on a square lattice.

We have developed series expansions about the Ising limit for the ground state energy, magnetization, susceptibility, and energy gap of the frustrated J1-J2 antiferromagnet. We find that the Ne ́el order vanishes at J2 /J1.0. 4 and collinear order sets in around J2 /J1.0. 6, in broad agreement with other recent work. We also explore the nature of the phase diagram for the spin-anisotropic case. @S0163-1829 ~96! 07730-2#
“Skimming the Cream”

This article focuses on student admissions to charter schools in the United States and to autonomous (foundation and voluntary-aided) secondary schools in England. Analyses of the admissions criteria used by autonomous and nonautonomous secondary schools in England revealed that more autonomous than nonautonomous schools reported using potentially selective criteria. Examination results were higher in autonomous than nonautonomous schools and even higher in those that used potentially selective admissions criteria. Fewer students with special educational needs attended autonomous schools. The similarities between the admissions practices used by certain charter schools and the published admissions criteria used by certain autonomous schools in England are discussed. The evidence is suggestive of both “cream skimming” and “cropping off” educational provision to particular groups of students. It is concluded that the introduction of market oriented reforms into public school systems requires monitoring and effective regulation to ensure that autonomous schools do not act in their own self-interest.
Two domains of a dual‐function NarK protein are required for nitrate uptake, the first step of denitrification in Paracoccus pantotrophus

Uptake of nitrate into the cytoplasm is the first but least well understood step of denitrification; no gene has previously been identified to be necessary for this process. Upstream from the structural genes of the membrane‐bound nitrate reductase (narGHJI) in Paracoccus pantotrophus there is a fusion of two genes, each homologous to members of the narK family. The single open reading frame is predicted to encode 24 transmembrane helices, comprising two domains, NarK1 and NarK2. Analysis of both the accumulation of intracellular nitrite and electron transport through the nitrate reductase enzyme in narK mutants reveals that NarK1 and NarK2 are both involved in nitrate uptake. Maximal rate of nitrate transport via NarK2 was dependent upon nitrite, indicating that NarK2 encodes a nitrate/nitrite antiporter. The uncouplers S13 and dinitrophenol showed that NarK2 was not dependent on the proton motive force for maximal nitrate transport activity. Nitrate transport via NarK1 was dependent on proton motive force, indicating that it is likely to be a nitrate/proton symporter. Low expression of membrane‐bound nitrate reductase in narK mutants was counteracted by azide, which induced nitrate reductase expression only if the transcriptional activator NarR was present.
Validity of Factors of the Psychopathy Checklist—Revised in Female Prisoners

The validity of the Psychopathy Checklist—Revised (PCL-R) has been examined extensively in men, but its validity for women remains understudied. Specifically, the correlates of the general construct of psychopathy and its components as assessed by PCL-R total, factor, and facet scores have yet to be examined in depth. Based on previous research conducted with male o fenders, a large female inmate sample was used to examine the patterns of relations between total, factor, and facet scores on the PCL-R and various criterion variables. These variables include ratings of psychopathy based on Cleckley's criteria, symptoms of antisocial personality disorder, and measures of substance use and abuse, criminal behavior, institutional misconduct, interpersonal aggression, normal range personality, intellectual functioning, and social background variables. Results were highly consistent with past findings in male samples and provide further evidence for the construct validity of the PCL-R two-factor and four-facet models across genders.
Small Heat Shock Protein αB-Crystallin Controls Shape and Adhesion of Glioma and Myoblast Cells in the Absence of Stress

Cell shape and adhesion and their proper controls are fundamental for all biological systems. Mesenchymal cells migrate at an average rate of 6 to 60 μm/hr, depending on the extracellular matrix environment and cell signaling. Myotubes, fully differentiated muscle cells, are specialized for power-generation and therefore lose motility. Cell spreading and stabilities of focal adhesion are regulated by the critical protein vinculin from immature myoblast to mature costamere of differentiated myotubes where myofibril Z-band linked to sarcolemma. The Z-band is constituted from microtubules, intermediate filaments, cell adhesion molecules and other adapter proteins that communicate with the outer environment. Mesenchymal cells, including myoblast cells, convert actomyosin contraction forces to tension through mechano-responsive adhesion assembly complexes as Z-band equivalents. There is growing evidence that microtubule dynamics are involved in the generation of contractile forces; however, the roles of microtubules in cell adhesion dynamics are not well determined. Here, we show for the first time that αB-crystallin, a molecular chaperon for tubulin/microtubules, is involved in cell shape determination. Moreover, knockdown of this molecule caused myoblasts and glioma cells to lose their ability for adhesion as they tended to behave like migratory cells. Surprisingly, αB-crystallin knockdown in both C6 glial cells and L6 myoblast permitted cells to migrate more rapidly (2.7 times faster for C6 and 1.3 times faster for L6 cells) than dermal fibroblast. On the other hand, overexpression of αB-crystallin in cells led to an immortal phenotype because of persistent adhesion. Position of matured focal adhesion as visualized by vinculin immuno-staining, stress fiber direction, length, and density were clearly αB-crystallin dependent. These results indicate that the small HSP αB-crystallin has important roles for cell adhesion, and thus microtubule dynamics are necessary for persistent adhesion.
Comparison of the Effects and Mechanism of the Curcumin with Different Drugs in Experimental Vasospasm After Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.

AIM Cerebral vasospasm following subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) is the most important complication that effects the mortality and morbidity of patients with intracranial aneurysm. Today, the mechanisms of vasospasm are not understood in spite of experimental and clinical researches. The aim of our study was to investigate the effects of curcumin on vasospasm following SAH. MATERIAL AND METHODS In this study, 64 rats (200-250 g weight) were divided into 7 groups. Group 1: having no treatment after SAH; Group 2: treatment with nimodipine after SAH; Group 3: treatment with nicorandil after SAH; Group 4: treatment with sildenafil citrate after SAH; Group 5: treatment with 150 mg/kg curcumin after SAH; Group 6: treatment with 300 mg/kg curcumin after SAH, Group 7: treatment with 600 mg/kg curcumin after SAH. The experimental SAH was induced by injection of autologous blood into the cisterna magna. After medical treatment, in the first hour, blood was taken for quantified the levels of TNF-α, IL-1β and IL-6. Then, cerebrum and cerebellum were removed for analysis. Basilar artery luminal diameter was measured and apoptotic cell count was performed with tissue samples. RESULTS Histopathological findings showed that, in sufficient dose, curcumin dilated the basilar artery beside anti-oxidant effect. CONCLUSION Curcumin can be used for the treatment of vasospasm as a new medical drug.
Evaluation of Stormwater Quantity and Quality Control through Constructed Mini Wet Pond: A Case Study

— One of the Best Management Practices (BMPs) promoted in Urban Stormwater Management Manual for Malaysia (MSMA) published by the Department of Irrigation and Drainage (DID) in 2001 is through the construction of wet ponds in new development projects for water quantity and quality control. Therefore, this paper aims to demonstrate a case study on evaluation of a constructed mini wet pond located at Sekolah Rendah Kebangsaan Seksyen 2, Puchong, Selangor, Malaysia in both stormwater quantity and quality aspect particularly to reduce the peak discharge by temporary storing and gradual release of stormwater runoff from an outlet structure or other release mechanism. The evaluation technique will be using InfoWorks Collection System (CS) as the numerical modeling approach for water quantity aspect. Statistical test by comparing the correlation coefficient (R 2 ), mean error (ME), mean absolute error (MAE) and root mean square error (RMSE) were used to evaluate the model in simulating the peak discharge changes. Results demonstrated that there will be a reduction in peak flow at 11 % to 15% and time to peak flow is slower by 5 minutes through a wet pond. For water quality aspect, a survey on biological indicator of water quality carried out depicts that the pond is within the range of rather clean to clean water with the score of 5.3. This study indicates that a constructed wet pond with wetland facilities is able to help in managing water quantity and generated pollution at source, towards achieving ecologically sustainable development in urban areas.
FCGR3 variants and expression of human neutrophil antigen‐1a, ‐1b, and ‐1c in the populations of northern Germany and Uganda

BACKGROUND: Human neutrophil antigen‐1c (HNA‐1c) (SH) has been described as the third alloantigen of the Fc receptor type IIIb (FcγRIIIb) for IgG beside the known alloantigens HNA‐1a (NA1) and HNA‐1b (NA2). Controversy exists on the assignment of the HNA‐1c coding gene to the FCGR3B locus and on a possible linkage between the HNA‐1c and HNA‐1a coding genes.
Carotid Endarterectomy Versus Carotid Stenting: an Updated Review of Randomized Trials and Subgroup Analyses

Abstract Atherosclerotic disease of the carotid arteries is responsible for a significant portion of ischemic strokes. Carotid endarterectomy (CEA) is currently the accepted standard of treatment for patients with severe symptomatic carotid stenosis. In the past few years, however, carotid angioplasty and stenting (CAS) has emerged as a potential alternative endovascular treatment strategy for this disorder. In fact, spurred by the positive results of single center studies and small, pivotal randomized trials, some even consider CAS as the treatment modality of choice, especially in presumably surgical high-risk patients. Yet, randomized trials directly comparing CAS with CEA are sparse and have produced conflicting results. The aim of this article is to review the current trial data on this issue and to define the role of these techniques for the management of two important subgroups of patients. An updated meta-analysis of seven randomized trials comparing CEA with CAS demonstrates that CAS is associated with a significantly increased risk of any stroke or death within 30 days (OR. 1.41, 95% CI 1.07-1.87, p<0.05). Focusing on patients with a symptomatic carotid stenosis, there was also a significant difference in the odds of treatment-related stroke and death between CAS and CEA (OR, 1.41; CI 1.05 to 1.88, p < 0.05). Data on all disabling strokes and deaths within 30 days was available from five trials. The odds of disabling stroke or death at 30 days were similar in the endovascular and surgical group (OR, 1.33, 95% CI 0.89 to 1.98). Overall, these data do not justify a blind enthusiasm for CAS and a widespread use of this procedure for the treatment of carotid artery stenosis. On the other hand, a closer inspection of the current literature on elderly patients and those with a contralateral carotid occlusion clearly indicates that CAS and CEA already now have a complementary role. While elderly patients should preferentially be treated with CEA, CAS appears to be the treatment of choice in patients with a symptomatic carotid artery stenosis and a contralateral carotid occlusion in experienced centers.
Responding to Incidents of Sexual Victimization in Correctional Institutions: Correctional Officer Perspectives

This study examined beliefs among correctional officers about responding to inmate-on-inmate sexual assault in jails. It is unique in its focus as no other published study has examined this topic using these variables in this setting. The authors utilize survey methodology to measure correctional officer perceptions about responding to sexual assaults among inmates. Results indicate that support for responding to instances of sexual assault among inmates differs somewhat by type of response and size of jail facility examined. Multivariate results suggest that while perceptions of inmate credibility are usually relevant, demographic factors matter more for those who work in larger jails, while beliefs about rape myths are somewhat more relevant in smaller jails. Implications for correctional policy and training and avenues for continued research are discussed.
The molecular emissions and the infall motion in the high-mass young stellar object G8.68−0.37

We present a multi-wavelength observational study towards the high-mass young stellar object G8.68−0.37. A single massive gas-and-dust core is observed in the (sub)millimetre continuum and molecular line emissions. We fitted the spectral energy distribution (SED) from the dust continuum emission. The best-fitting SED suggests the presence of two components with temperature of T_d = 20 and 120 K, respectively. The core has a total mass of up to 1.5 × 10^3 M_⊙ and a bolometric luminosity of 2.3 × 10^4 L_⊙. Both the mass and luminosity are dominated by the cold component (T_d= 20 K). The molecular lines of C^(18)O, C^(34)S, DCN and thermally excited CH_(3)OH are detected in this core. Prominent infall signatures are observed in the ^(12)CO (1 − 0) and (2 − 1). We estimated an infall velocity of 0.45 km s^(−1) and a mass infall rate of 7 × 10^(−4) M_⊙ yr^(−1). From the molecular lines, we have found a high DCN-to-HCN abundance ratio of 0.07. The overabundant DCN may originate from a significant deuteration in the previous cold pre-protostellar phase. And the DCN should now be rapidly sublimated from the grain mantles to maintain the overabundance in the gas phase.
Identifying drivers for continual usage of wireless broadband

In this research, we investigate how the characteristics of users and technical services affect the acceptance of WiBro by actual subscribers. In these findings, mobility, diversity, and convenience are found to have positive effects on the perceived usefulness and mobility and convenience are found to have positive effects on perceived ease of use. Utilitarian values and hedonic values are shown to have positive effects on perceived usefulness, and utilitarian value is shown as the only dimension affecting perceived ease of use. The study provides practical suggestions for service providers to invigorate the WiBro service market, such as improved additional investment for service coverage expansion, customer service, and enhancement of access.
Approximate Boyer-Moore String Matching

The Boyer–Moore idea applied in exact string matching is generalized to approximate string matching. Two versions of the problem are considered. The k mismatches problem is to find all approximate occurrences of a pattern string (length m) in a text string (length n) with at most k mismatches. The generalized Boyer–Moore algorithm is shown (under a mild independence assumption) to solve the problem in expected time $O(kn({1 / {(m - k) + ({k / c})}}))$, where c is the size of the alphabet. A related algorithm is developed for the k differences problem, where the task is to find all approximate occurrences of a pattern in a text with $ \leqslant k$ differences (insertions, deletions, changes). Experimental evaluation of the algorithms is reported, showing that the new algorithms are often significantly faster than the old ones. Both algorithms are functionally equivalent with the Horspool version of the Boyer–Moore algorithm when $k = 0$.
The Role of Emotions in the Construction of Masculinity

This article examines how migration contributes to the plurality of masculinities among Guatemalan men, particularly among migrant men and their families. I argue that migration offers an opportunity to men, both migrant and nonmigrant, to reflect on their emotional relations with distinct family members, and show how, by engaging in this reflexivity, these men also have the opportunity to vent those emotions in a way that offsets some of the negative traits associated to a hegemonic masculinity, such as being unemotional, nonnurturing, aggressive, and dispassionate. This study contributes to transnational migration studies in three ways: (1) by examining the more personal and emotional side of transnational life, (2) by examining ways in which men step away from culturally expected hegemonic masculine identity, and (3) by providing an empirical study of subaltern masculinities, particularly among transnational immigrant men. Drawing on multi-sited, in-depth interviews conducted in Guatemala and California, my research contributes to our understanding of the emotional costs of transnational migration for migrants and their families, particularly for men, by examining the interplay among gender, family, and transnational migration.
The Stereotype of Online Gamers: New Characterization or Recycled Prototype?

The stereotypical online gamer is a socially inept, reclusive, male, with an obsession for gaming. This characterization is shared with a number of other groups too, suggesting it reflects a set of behaviors and concerns common to a range of groups. This study examines the content of the stereotype of online gamers in relation to other similar groups in an attempt to identify the core behaviors or characteristics upon which the stereotype is based. By comparing the similarities and differences in the stereotypes of a range of related groups it is possible to identify the shared and unique features of online gamers that are being reflected in stereotypes about them. Results show similarities in stereotypic content between online gamers and other social groups, including other kinds of gamers. Additionally, the characteristic of social ineptitude, which is a key trait in the stereotype of this group, did not emerge as a distinctive feature for online gamers alone, questioning the unique role that mediated socialization plays in these spaces. Implications for future research within the online gaming population are discussed.
Redefining Roles: University E-Learning Contributing to Lifelong Learning in a Networked World?

Distance education enabled by e-learning is at the forefront of university participation in an increasingly connected world. Physical, temporal, cultural and educational borders are becoming both less rigid and less predictable than ever before. The authors suggest, in this article, that university distance e-learning could and should allow universities to make a major contribution to lifelong learning in this networked world. However, just as lifelong learning and distance e-learning are subject to multiple interpretations and realisations, the role that universities might play in contributing to global lifelong learning is currently far from clear. Both distance education, as a mode of learning and teaching, and lifelong learning, as an aspiration and a policy, bring issues pertaining to the roles and values of universities into sharp focus. On the fluid, unpredictable landscape of global higher education are traced the imperatives driving distance e-learning and lifelong learning in order to discern the redrawing of borders that appears to be emerging. The parallels between unsettled territories and unresolved tensions in distance e-learning and lifelong learning will be highlighted. The authors suggest that distance e-learning could enable lifelong learning and that lifelong learning, broadly interpreted, should be a cornerstone of university strategy and activity in a world that is increasingly networked.
Exploring Identification Procedures of Gifted Students by Teacher Ratings: Parent ratings and student self-reports in Hong Kong

Previous studies have provided equivocal results regarding the use of teacher and parent ratings in identifying gifted students. This study explored their use through identifying those student behavioral characteristics on which such judgments were based, assessing their correspondence with student self-report data, and evaluating the differences between teacher and parent ratings. Teachers and parents of 109 gifted students (45 boys and 64 girls) provided ratings using Chinese versions of the Scales for Rating the Behavioral Characteristics of Superior Students (SRBCSS) (Renzulli, Smith, White, Callahan & Hartman, 1976). Results show a greater relevance for measuring leadership and motivation characteristics, and less relevance on creativity characteristics. Also, scales appear not to be good predictors of student self-report data on IQ, creativity and leadership. However, the Chinese SRBCSS was nevertheless demonstrated to be a viable instrument, yielding important data not available by self-report instruments for identifying gifted students.