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Effect of Wine Closures on the Aroma Properties of Chardonnay Wines after Four Years of Storage

The effects of wine closures on the sensory properties and aroma profiles of fresh Chardonnay wines were evaluated after four years of bottle storage. Natural cork closure, technical cork closure, Nomacorc light, Nomacorc classic and Nomacorc premium were investigated. Among these wines sealing with different closures, the physicochemical parameters of the wine samples showed no significant differences, except that of the free and total sulphur dioxide. Nomacorc light with the highest OTR (oxygen transition rate) had the least residual free sulphur dioxide. Most of volatiles were generally stable, and seven compounds (acetoin, 1-butanol, 2-phenylethanol, 1-pentanol, (Z)-3-hexen-1-ol, 2-nonanol and ethyl decanoate) were significantly affected by the wine closures. The sensory analysis revealed that cork closures preserved more fruity/flowery characters of the fresh wines after four years’ storage, as well as cork-tainted off-flavour. Two synthetic closures (Nomacorc light, Nomacorc classic) imparted some grilled attributes to the wines. Nomacorc premium highly reserved the fruity/flowery flavour without cork contamination or oxidised toasted characters.
Examining the Link Between Exercise and Marital Arguments in Clinical Couples

Couples experiencing clinical levels of distress likely experience marital arguments. Exercise may attenuate such conflict. The current study examined daily links between exercise and the number and intensity of marital arguments, relationship satisfaction, stress levels, and argument topics. Participants included 36 heterosexual couples in a treatment-as-usual setting who completed the Daily Diary of Events in Couple Therapy. Results indicated a positive relationship between female hours of exercise and argument intensity for both partners. The number of hours males exercise was not significantly related to any variables; however, male daily stress was significantly related to female report of argument intensity. This suggests that although exercise has empirically supported benefits for individuals, clinical couples may also experience increased argument intensity in connection with exercise.
Integrating the concepts of city branding and tourism event on behavioural intention in domestic urban tourism

Despite the significance of city branding in both academia and industry, literature on its conceptual development is limited. The current study aims to explain and test a theoretical model of city branding, which integrates the concepts of the tourism event on decision to visit and intention to revisit. Type of this research was explanatory, and data was collected by distributing questionnaires to 116 domestic tourists in Banyuwangi, Indonesia. Path analysis was used to analyse the data. The study results show that city branding and tourism event directly and indirectly affect intention to revisit through decision to visit. It is proposed that the decision to visit is a mediator between city brand and tourism event influence on intention to revisit. The results confirmed that intention to revisit is influenced by decision to visit which is a critical mediator between city brand and tourism event. It suggested that government and entrepreneurs in tourism sector should consistently maintain city branding of Banyuwangi and to promote more tourism attractions in order to increase tourist visits to Banyuwangi. In addition, creating synergy among travel agents and initiating more innovative tourism event are also become policy recommendation that should be taken into account by the goverment.
The Challenges of Redistributing Forest-Related Monetary Benefits to Local Governments: A Decade of Logging Area Fees in Cameroon

SUMMARY The Cameroonian regulatory framework on forest, wildlife and fisheries requires logging companies to pay an Area Fee (AF), half of which must be redistributed to rural councils (40%) and villages (10%) neighbouring the logging concessions. The AF had the main objectives to provide a consistent contribution to the State budget and to improve rural livelihoods through an equitable and effective redistribution of forest-related benefits. After a decade of implementation, and about 85 million redistributed to about 50 councils, the literature unanimously evaluates the livelihood impacts of the distribution of the AF to communities as weak. Less comprehensive assessments have been carried out on the impacts of distribution of the AF to local governments. This paper discusses the potential of the AF as a tool for local development through local councils, with particular attention to the economic, equity and governance issues. One of the most significant findings is that mayors, although elected and unanimously blamed for embezzlements and mismanagement of the AF, are often only scapegoats in a complex political system that does not allow the rural population to directly sanction the misuse of the AF via the current electoral system.
The Lipid-Lowering Efficacy of Switching Within Non-Nucleoside Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitors in HIV-Infected Patients

The objective of present research is to evaluate the lipid lowering efficacy and safety of switching within non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NNRTI) in HIV-infected patients. This is a multicenter, retrospective study utilizing a comprehensive electronic patient registry to identify all adult HIV-infected patients seen from October 1, 1998 through October 1, 2006, who substituted efavirenz for nevirapine (EFV→NVP) or vice-versa (NVP→EFV), without change in other antiretrovirals. Lipid profiles before and after the switch were analyzed. A total of 124 patients were identified with 14 male (EFV→NVP, n = 9; NVP→EFV, n = 5) patients meeting the strict criteria for inclusion. An EFV→NVP switch resulted in significant reductions in TC -16% and non-HDL -25% (p≤0.02) and a trend towards a reduction in LDL-C -12%, TG -27%, TC/HDL -23%, TG/HDL -48% and an increase in HDL-C +15% without any changes to BMI, viral or immunological control. However, a NVP→EFV switch appeared to result in a non-significant worsening of LDL-C +29%, HDL-C -8%, TG +36%, non-HDL +28%, TC/HDL +57% and TG/HDL +46%. Lastly, more patients achieved their lipid goals when switched from EFV to NVP. These data suggest that switching from EFV to NVP-based HAART is associated with lipid improvement, however, switching from NVP to EFV-based HAART is associated with worsening of serum lipids.
Comparison of Aid Allocation Patterns of Two Emerging Donors: Korea and Greece

This study analyzes how the aid allocation pattern of the OECD DAC’s emerging donor Korea is different from that of Greece. By using the dataset of 153 aid recipient countries from 1996 to 2008 and 1987 to 2011 respectively, this study reveals that Greece and Korea display similar patterns of aid disbursement. They favor recipients with higher income level, with larger population, closer trade ties, better social development, protection of freedom and human rights, and nearby located neighbors. However, in case of Korea, this study conjectures that aid fragmentation and obscure processes in approving the ODA-funded projects may be latent challenges in upholding coherent aid practices.
Reliability of magnetic fabric as paleostress indicator: a case study in Miocene lacustrine sediments from the Ebro foreland basin, N Spain

This work deals with the comparison between ASM results from weakly deformed mudrocks that crop out at the internal part of the Ebro foreland basin and paleostress analyses obtained from fault populations and joint sets developed on limestone beds interbedded with the mudrocks. The coaxiality found between the magnetic and paleostress ellipsoids shows the validity of AMS studies as paleostress indicators in foreland basins when sampling is restricted to weakly deformed mudrocks.
An approach for data-driven characterization of tide and current fluxes in coastal basins

Recently, much effort has been spent in the attempt to provide predictions of physical processes at coastal sites. Numerical models are more and more adopted to characterize hydrodynamics and sediment transport features and their use is encouraged because of their feasible applicability, accuracy and cost. In any way, they need for parameters calibration and validation of results, thus requiring a sensitivity analysis and increasing in turn the demand for rich and 10 comprehensive sets of data. Our work aims to demonstrate that a data approach, besides supporting and improving numerical modelling, has also an additional advantage, i.e. allows to directly identify the key physical processes driving a coastal system as well as to assess their relative strength under diverse conditions. This is especially true in restricted coastal environments, where numerical models could fail because of small spatial scales and fine temporal resolution. In the present case, we illustrate and analyse a unique data set comprising a sequence of detailed measurements of tides, 15 waves and currents, acquired at the same time and location, to infer evidence of recurring patterns and cycles, thus evidencing the possibility to extrapolate these data also in a forecasting perspective. Our method is based on (i) the analysis of temporal trends and variability of hourly-averaged vertical profiles of the current velocity for a variety of tidal conditions; (ii) the spectral analyses of tide levels and water currents measured at different depths; (iii) the computation of the tidal asymmetry factor; and (iv) the harmonic analysis of the tidal constituents. Consequently, details on the vertical 20 structure of the flow, on the correlation between currents and tide, on the tidal asymmetry as well as on flood or ebb dominance are the principal outcomes of this study. Our data approach and results are documented through the detailed study of the Mar Piccolo, a shallow water basin located in the inner part of the Ionian Sea (Southern Italy). While the type of coherent patterns observed are site-specific, the approach and investigation framework are general and may be employed in diverse settings. 25
Comparison of Ontogenic Development and Digestive Enzymes in Ornamental Goldfish (Carassius auratus auratus L.) Larvae Fed with Decapsulated Cysts and Nauplii of Artemia

The purpose of this study is to compare the growth of goldfish, Carassius auratus auratus L. larvae fed on Artemia nauplii and decapsulated cyst from 4 days after hatching (DAH) to 40 DAH. In detail, specific growth and survival rates, specific activities of total protease, lipase, amylase, and chitinase were examined in both experimental groups. At the end of the study, the highest survival rate was found in the group fed on cyst with 75.60±10.72% while the rate of the group fed on Artemia nauplii was found as 72.20±13.88%. Specific growth rate was calculated for larvae were fed by Artemia nauplii and cyst as 11.59±8.92%. d -1 and 12.02±4.94%. d -1 , respectively. Total protease activity presented increased profile during the early ontogeny in both experimental group. The highest total protease specific activity was determined on day 34 as 3.81±0.26 U/mg protein -1 in nauplii group. The maximum value for total protease (3.81±0.26 U.mg -1 protein) and lipase (557.38±24.77 mU/mg) specific activities were determined on day 34 in nauplii group (p>0.05). The peak of amylase (2.77±0.25 U.mg -1 protein) and chitinase (769.27±74.74 mU.mg -1 protein) specific activities were determined on day 34 in cyst group (p<0.05). Results of the study indicated that feeding on decapsulated cyst contributed positively to the larval development goldfish as much as Artemia nauplii.
Intellectual Capital Architectures and Bilateral Learning: A Framework For Human Resource Management

Both researchers and managers are increasingly interested in how firms can pursue bilateral learning; that is, simultaneously exploring new knowledge domains while exploiting current ones (cf., March, 1991). To address this issue, this paper introduces a framework of intellectual capital architectures that combine unique configurations of human, social, and organizational capital. These architectures support bilateral learning by helping to create supplementary alignment between human and social capital as well as complementary alignment between people-embodied knowledge (human and social capital) and organization-embodied knowledge (organizational capital). In order to establish the context for bilateral learning, the framework also identifies unique sets of HR practices that may influence the combinations of human, social, and organizational capital.
Invasive zebra mussels (Dreissena polymorpha) increase cyanobacterial toxin concentrations in low-nutrient lakes

We investigated whether concentrations of the cyanobacterial toxin microcystin were positively associated with Dreissena polymorpha invasion by conducting surveys of 39 inland lakes in southern Michigan with low to mod- erate total phosphorus concentrations (≤20 µg·L -1 ). Lakes with D. polymorpha had 3.3 times higher microcystin con- centrations and 3.6 times higher biomass of Microcystis aeruginosa (a major producer of microcystin) than comparable lakes without D. polymorpha. In contrast, the biomass of Anabaena spp. (another potential producer of microcystin) was 4.6 times higher in lakes without D. polymorpha. We also conducted a large-scale enclosure manipulation of D. polymorpha density in Gull Lake, a low-nutrient lake containing D. polymorpha. The experiment revealed a positive effect of D. polymorpha on microcystin concentrations and M. aeruginosa biomass. The congruence between survey and experimental results provides strong evidence that D. polymorpha invasion causes an increase in toxin concentra- tions in lakes with low to moderate nutrients. An increase in M. aeruginosa biomass may negatively impact food webs and public health because microcystins are known to be toxic to aquatic and terrestrial organisms. Resume : Nous avons recherche s'il existe une association positive entre les concentrations de microcystine, une toxine des cyanobacteries, et l'invasion de Dreissena polymorpha, en faisant un inventaire de 39 lacs interieurs du sud du Mi- chigan qui ont des concentrations faibles a moderees de phosphore total (≤20 µg·L -1 ). Les lacs a D. polymorpha ont des concentrations de microcystine 3,3 fois plus importantes et des biomasses 3,6 fois plus grandes de Microcystis ae- ruginosa (un producteur important de microcystine) que des lacs semblables sans D. polymorpha. En revanche, la bio- masse d'Anabaena spp. (un autre producteur potentiel de microcystine) est 4,6 fois plus elevee dans les lacs sans D. polymorpha. Nous avons aussi fait une manipulation en enclos a grande echelle de la densite de D. polymorpha au lac Gull, un lac avec peu de nutriments qui contient D. polymorpha. L'experience indique un effet positif de D. poly- morpha sur les concentrations de microcystine et la biomasse de M. aeruginosa. L'accord entre l'inventaire et les resul- tats experimentaux est une forte indication que l'invasion de D. polymorpha cause une augmentation des concentrations de toxines dans les lacs de niveaux faibles a moderes de nutriments. Une augmentation de la biomasse de M. aerugi- nosa peut avoir un impact negatif sur les reseaux alimentaires et la sante publique puisque les microcystines sont connues pour etre toxiques pour les organismes aquatiques et terrestres.
A Productivity Decision Support System for Construction Projects Through Machine Learning (ML)

Productivity rate estimating is usually based on experience. It entails taking into account different factors, some of which are project specific while others are activity related. Conventional methods integrate the experience with stored data from previous projects. Such a process is often labor intensive and inaccurate. Consequently, accurate estimation of productivity rates through lessons learned is essential for efficient planning of projects. This paper proposes an automated decision support tool for productivity rate estimating through Machine Learning (ML). The adopted methodology (1) utilizes data from a set of completed projects; (2) defines a list of factors -that affect productivity estimates- based on comprehensive literature review and previous experiences; and (3) develops and compares the outcomes of automated Support Vector Machines (SVM) and Naive Bayes (NB) models for the assessment of productivity rates. The research methodology focuses on steel structures related activities including fabrication, delivery, and assembly. The models retrieve the closest case to a newly encountered one, including project description, project’s attributes, and activity’s attributes, and reports its estimated productivity and duration. This paper defines a pilot study aiming at developing a comprehensive automated estimator for the construction industry. The outcomes of the current research illustrate the potential of ML modeling to be adopted for assigning productivity rates, making it a powerful tool for decision making.
A Theoretical Study of the Cosmic Expansion in the Framework of Brans-Dicke Theory

On the basis of an assumption of inter-conversion of matter and dark energy, a theoretical model of cosmic expansion has been formulated, in the framework of Brans-Dicke (BD) theory. Empirical expressions of scale factor (�� ) and scalar field parameter (�� ) have been used. The scale factor is such that it generates a signature flip of the deceleration parameter with time. A function of time �� (�� ), defined in terms of the density of matter (�� ), is used to account for the non-conservation of matter. This function is proportional to the matter content of the universe. Using an empirical scalar field parameter, in terms of scale factor, the functional form of �� (�� ) has been determined from the BD field equations. The present study reveals that �� (�� ) decreases with time, indicating a conversion of matter into dark energy. Based on this function, the time variation of the density of matter (�� ) has been determined. Expressions regarding the proportions of matter and dark energy of the universe have been derived. The time dependence of gravitational constant (�� ), �� �� and the BD dimensionless parameter ��(�� ) have been explored. The functional dependence of BD parameter ��(�� ) upon the scalar field (�� ) has been formulated. The study based on the present model establishes a correlation between the transformation of matter content into dark energy and the change of cosmological parameters connected to cosmic expansion, without employing any particular model of interaction between scalar field and matter. Keywords: Cosmology, Brans-Dicke parameter, Scalar field, Conversion of matter into dark energy, Time varying gravitational constant, Accelerated expansion of the universe.
Epidemiology of Eimeria species in selected broiler farms of Khoy suburb, West Azarbaijan Province, Iran

Intestinal coccidiosis, caused by Eimeria species, is an economically-important disease of poultry production industry worldwide. This study was designed to investigate the prevalence of different Eimeria species in the farmed broilers of Khoy city, West Azarbaijan, North West Iran. A total of 26 broiler farms of different production capacities were arbitrarily selected and examined in 2013. In each of the farms, Litters of two broilers farms were randomly sampled twice a week and examined. The intensity of infection with each of the Eimeria species was assessed on the basis of number of oocysts per gram of litter using ClaytonLane and McMaster methods. Eimeria species diversity was determined by using oocyst sporulation technique in 2% potassium dichromate solution. Results indicated that 23.08% (6/26) of the broiler farms were infected with Eimeria oocysts. The maximum litter infection rate (7.5×10 3 ) was observed in fifth week of the rearing period. The litter infection rate was significantly correlated with kinds of water dispenser, feeder, ventilation, and density. The litters were infected with five Eimeria species; E. maxima (32.67%) in 6 farms (23.07%), E. mitis (24%) in 6 farms (23.07%), E. acervulina (18%) in 5 farms (19.23%), E. tenella (14.67%) in 4 farms (15.38%), and E. necatrix (10.67%) in 3 farms (11.58%). Results of this study uncovered high rates of litter infection with various Eimeria species in the studied farms, suggesting the establishment of firm health management strategies in the region.
Investigating the Impact of Communication Satisfaction on Organizational Commitment: A Practical Approach to Increase Employees’ Loyalty

Recently, employees are seen as important assets of organizations in which the majority of them cannot deal with employees properly or even underestimate their importance. One of the essential issues is increasing employeesi¯ organizational commitment, which in turn minimizes customersi¯ switching behaviour and the way organizations usually communicate appropriately their internal market strategy. In order to have a better vision about such issue, this study is planned to investigate the impact of communicational satisfaction on organizational commitment. A variety of communicational satisfaction dimensions are taken into analysis; such dimensions include: communication climate, relationship to superiors, organizational integration, media quality, horizontal and informal communication, organizational perspective, relationship with subordinates and the personal feedback. In addition, three factors of organizational commitment were taken into considerations that are affective commitment, continuance commitment and normative commitment. The study followes the qualitative approach in collecting data from employees of Yahoo- Maktoob office in Amman/Jordan. Eight sub-hypotheses are developed and tested accordingly to conclude with the fact that communicational satisfaction has a significant and direct impact on organizational commitment.
Mitochondrial Haplogroups Associated with Japanese Centenarians, Alzheimer's Patients, Parkinson's Patients, Type 2 Diabetes Patients, Healthy Non-Obese Young Males, and Obese Young Males

There are strong connections among mitochondria, aging, and a wide variety of diseases. In this paper, the relations between eight classes of Japanese people-96 centenarians, 112 semi-supercentenarians (over 105 years old but less than 116 years old), 96 Alzheimer's disease (AD) patients, 96 Parkinson's disease (PD) patients, 96 type 2 diabetes (T2D) patients, 96 T2D patients with angiopathy, 96 healthy non-obese young males and 96 healthy obese young males-and their mitochondrial single nucleotide polymorphism (mtSNP) frequencies at individual mtDNA positions of the entire mitochondrial genome were examined using the radial basis function (RBF) network and a modified RBF method. New findings of mitochondrial haplogroups were obtained for individual classes. The centenarians were found to be associated with the haplogroups D4b2a, B5b, and M7b2; the semi-supercentenarinas with B4c1a, F1, B4c1c1, B4c1b1, and M1; the AD patients with G2a and N9b1; the PD patients with N9a, G1a, B4e, and M7a1a; the T2D patients with D4b2b, M8a, and B5b; the T2D patients with angiopathy with N9a2, D4b1, and G2a; the healthy non-obese young males with D4g, N9a, D4b2b, and B4b/d/e; and the healthy obese young males with M7b2, D4b2b, B4c1, and M7a1a. These results are different from the previously reported haplogroup classifications. As the proposed analysis method can predict a person's mtSNP constitution and probabilities of becoming a centenarian, AD patient, PD patient, or T2D patient, it may be useful in the initial diagnosis of various diseases or longevity.