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PERIPHERAL NERVE DYSFUNCTION AMONG WORKERS WITH LONG-TERM OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE TO ORGANOPHOSPHATE PESTICIDES.

A cross-sectional study was carried out to assess cholinesterase activity, study the work practices and investigate the prevalence of peripheral nerve dysfunction among workers with long-term exposure to Organophosphate pesticides (OP). The study was carried out on 36 Organophosphate sprayers with long-term exposure to Organophosphate and20 controls unexposed to pesticides, from Dekernes, Dakahlia Governorate, Egypt. All participant were submitted to general medical examination, neurological evaluation,nerve conduction study and electromyography. Plasma cholinesterase (AChE) level was estimated for both OP sprayers and the controls. Most of the OP sprayershad practiced pesticide application with improper personal hygiene. OP sprayers had a statistically significant lower plasma AChE mean level (1548.9 ± 801.7 mU/ ml) compared to the controls (6751.7 ± 990.8 mU/ml). The study reported a higher prevalence of peripheral neuropathies among OP sprayers (38.9 %) in comparison tothe controls (5.0%) (P<0.01). However, most of the diagnosed neuropathies among the OP sprayers were subclinical neuropathies (78.6%) and possible neuropathies (21.4%). In conclusion, long-term occupational exposure to OP, was associated with subclinical and possible neuropathies, but not confirmed neuropathies . These results may reflectan early stage of OP toxic effects on the peripheral nerves among Organophosphate sprayers due to chronic exposure.
Why Do Chinese College Students Learn ESP: An Analysis of Language Learning Motivations within SDT Framework

This study mainly investigates the motivational characteristics of Chinese college students learning English for Specific Purposes (ESP). By critically examining and comparing Gardner’s (1985) Integrative-Instrumental model and the Self-determination Theory (SDT) by Deci and Ryan(1985), the researcher finds out that the latter one is more comprehensive and applicable to the case of Chinese college ESP learners (the subjects). Thus the researcher develops a questionnaire within the SDT framework to analyze the subjects’ motivations. Drawing upon a follow-up statistical analysis, the research discovers the motivational propensities of the subjects. A discussion of corresponding motivational methods to help improve the subjects’ ESP learning is provided at the end of the article.
Response on growth regulatory activity of three indigenous plant extracts against dengue vector Aedes albopictus (Skuse)

Development of resistance in mosquitoes against synthetic insecticides led to alternative control strategies. In the present study, three plant products from viz., Mimusops elengi (L.), Erythrina variegata (Linn.) and Pongamia pinnata (L.) were screened for their mosquitocidal activities. Twenty four hours LC50 of the methanolic seed extracts of the selected plants against the 1, 2, 3 and 4 instar larvae of Aedes albopictus ranged from 11ppm to 232 ppm. Extension of larval duration was also observed as 13.00 and 17.33 days respectively for 1 and 2 instars when compared to control, with 8.00days. It was found that at lower concentrations, there was an overall increase in the developmental periods (49.21days), however at higher treated concentrations an increased mortality rate was observed irrespective of the plants selected. The results obtained in the present study open the possibility for further investigations on the biochemical and physiological aspects of Insect Growth Regulatory (IGR) activities of these three plants against Aedes albopictus.
KILOPARSEC-SCALE RADIO STRUCTURES IN NARROW-LINE SEYFERT 1 GALAXIES

We report the finding of kiloparsec (kpc)-scale radio structures in three radio-loud narrow-line Seyfert 1 (NLS1) galaxies from the Faint Images of the Radio Sky at Twenty-centimeters of the Very Large Array, which increases the number of known radio-loud NLS1s with kpc-scale structures to six, including two γ-ray-emitting NLS1s (PMN J0948+0022 and 1H 0323+342) detected by the Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope. The detection rate of extended radio emissions in NLS1s is lower than that in broad-line active galactic nuclei (AGNs) with a statistical significance. We found both core-dominated (blazar-like) and lobe-dominated (radio-galaxy-like) radio structures in these six NLS1s, which can be understood in the framework of the unified scheme of radio-loud AGNs that considers radio galaxies as non-beamed parent populations of blazars. Five of the six NLS1s have (1) extended radio luminosities suggesting jet kinetic powers of ≳ 1044 erg s−1, which is sufficient to make jets escape from hosts' dense environments; (2) black holes of ≳ 107 M☉, which can generate the necessary jet powers from near-Eddington mass accretion; and (3) two-sided radio structures at kpc scales, requiring expansion rates of ∼0.01c–0.3c and kinematic ages of ≳ 107 years. On the other hand, most typical NLS1s would be driven by black holes of ≲ 107 M☉ in a limited lifetime of ∼107 years. Hence, the kpc-scale radio structures may originate in a small window of opportunity during the final stage of the NLS1 phase just before growing into broad-line AGNs.
Preliminary study on adverse effects of phenanthrene and its methyl and phenyl derivatives in larval zebrafish, Danio rerio

1 Department of Environmental Biotechnology, Faculty of Environmental Sciences and Fisheries, University of Warmia and Mazury, ul. Sloneczna 45G, 10-709 Olsztyn, Poland 2 Department of Organic Chemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, Jagiellonian University, ul. Ingardena 3, 30-060 Cracow, Poland 3 Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Environmental Management and Agriculture, University of Warmia and Mazury, Pl. Łodzki 4, 10-957 Olsztyn, Poland 4 Department of Animal Anatomy, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Warmia and Mazury, ul. M. Oczapowskiego 13, 10-719 Olsztyn, Poland 5 Faculty of Biology, Adam Mickiewicz University, ul. Umultowska 89, 61-614 Poznaƒ, Poland Corresponding author: Lidia Woliƒska, Department of Environmental Biotechnology, Faculty of Environmental Sciences and Fisheries, University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn, ul. Sloneczna 45G, 10-709 Olsztyn, Poland; Phone: (+48) (89) 523 41 44, Fax: (+48) (89) 523 41 31, E-mail: lidia.wolinska@uwm.edu. pl keywords: acute toxicity, cyp1a, cyp1b1 and vtg genes, mRNA expression, No Effect Concentration, PAHs, Real-Time qPCR
AM Fast Variable Selection for Extreme Values

In this paper, we outline and explore the use of RaVE, a sparse variable selection method that can be used for selecting variables when modelling extreme values. We illustrate its use by modelling the location parameter of a series of length 49 of annual rainfall maxima at two stations in North-West Western Australia. The ensemble of potential predictors consists of 1980 atmospheric variables. Preliminary results show that RaVE can produce parsimonious yet sensible models. Future work will focus on devising criteria to select the best choice of hyperparameters and on methods to choose groups of spatially contiguous variables so as to aid interpretation.
Stephen A Comparison of ESEA Title I Student Gains in a Fall-to-Spring and Fall-to-Fall Out-of-Level Testing

ED FS PRICE MF01/PC01 Plus Postage. DESCPIETCPS Achievement Gains; *Compensatory Education Programs; *Disadvantaged Youth; Educational Trends; Grade 7; Grade 9; High Achievers; Junior Eigh Schools; Longitudinal Studies; Low Achievers; *Reading Achievement; *Student Testing; Testing Programs; *Time Factors (Learning) IDENTIFIEPS Comprehensive Tests cf Basic Skills; Elementary Secondary Education Act Title I; Metropolitan Achievement Tests; *Cut of Level Testing; *Test Score Decline
Endogenous Rule-of-Thumb Price Setters and Monetary Policy

Studies evaluating the e¢ cacy of monetary policy rules and regimes are often based a benchmark new Keynesian model where the parameters are assumed to be policy invariant. It is possible, however, that some key parameters may not be invariant to changes in monetary policy. In this paper, we use a hybrid new Keynesian Phillips curve to examine the in‡ation versus price-level targeting debate when the proportion of rule-ofthumb price setters is allowed to change endogenously with the monetary regime. Although there are other factors that may also be endogenous, we focus on in‡ation inertia since it has been identi…ed in the literature as a
Bryophytes associated with mineral deposits and solutions in Alaska

Many bryophyte species are associated with concentrations of minerals, but in Alaska only two species seem to have an obligate relation to certain minerals; these species are Gymnocolea acutiloba, which grows on or near copper deposits, and Grimmia maritime, which grows on coastal rocks that are continually being coated with sodium chloride from sea spray. Nardia scalaris grows on soil containing 0.6 percent copper, and Oligotrichum parallelum and 0, Uercyniw 21 species, both calcicole and silicole, were found growing on serpentinized rock. Six bryophyte species grow on substrates that are submerged in sea water at high tide, and 23 species were found at sites subjected to sea spray.
A fresh look at kelp bed phytoplankton populations in an upwelling area

Algal pigment concentrations in the water colun~n of a southern Benguela kelp bed were measured d d y during summer and w n t e r using High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) and spectrophotometnc methods. Chlorophyll a concentrations estimated by HPLC were significantly lower than those estimated by the trichromatic equations of Jeffrey & Humphrey (1975; Biochem. Physiol. Pflanz. 167: 191-194), although differences were relatively small. There was no significant difference between chlorophyll a concentrabons estimated by HPLC and the spectrophotometric equation of Lorenzen (1967; Limnol. Oceanogr. 12: 243-246). Mean HPLC chlorophyll a concentrations were 1 64 pg 1-l in summer and 1.78 ,ug 1-' in ulnter. Previous spectrophotometric estimates of kelp bed chlorophyll a concentrabons were generally comparable to those determined by HPLC. In summer, 5 d pulses of southeasterly winds caused upwelhng of cold nutr~ent-rich water into the kelp bed, which resulted in phytoplankton blooms. Time series analysis indicated that HPLC chlorophyll a concentrations were positively correlated with the upwelling index of 5 d previously, swell height of the same day and sea temperature of the previous day. In winter, winds were mainly northwesterly, sea temperatures were stable, and chlorophyll a concentrations were negatively correlated with swell height of 2 d previously. Phaeopigment concentrations determined by the method of Lorenzen (1967) reached 7 04 pg 1-' and were significantly higher than phaeophytin a concentrations determined by HPLC, which rarely exceeded 2 pg 1-' Chlorophyllide a occurred in 57 % of summer samples and 43 % of winter samples, and was more prevalent than phaeophytin a. ChlorophyUlde a and chlorophyll a concentrabons of the same day were significantly correlated in both summer and winter. Fucoxanthn concentrations reached 5 35 ,ug I' in winter and 2.04 pg 1' in summer, and daily winter fucoxanthln concentrations were highly correlated with chlorophyll a concentrations. Fucoxanthin and chlorophyll c, pigments characteristic of kelps and diatoms, occurred in > 90 % of wlnter samples and in < 35 % of summer samples. The kelp bed particulate resource in winter was therefore qualitatively different from the summer particulate resource.
Education 2.0 and gender: a case study on the use of interactive whiteboards in secondary schools

The digitalization of education systems is presented as a possible way to match the concerns of a knowledge based economy with those of an inclusive information society. To meet this double challenge, education systems are asked to shift from a ‘traditional school’ to an ‘Education 2.0’ model, introducing innovative pedagogies through the use of ICT devices characterized by interactivity and multimediality. The article investigates over the presence and breadth of this shift within secondary schools of the region Sardinia, Italy, since the introduction of Interactive Whiteboards (IWB), to focus next on the gender dimension of change. Empirical evidence drawn from an evaluative research adopting a mixed method approach is presented and analysed: first, an idealtype of classroom organization after IWB introduction is offered, then the main gender dynamics emerging in reorganized classrooms are considered, focussing on interaction among its main actors’, namely teachers and students. Conclusions suggest that, although a less gendered approach to technology is observed in classroom practices enhanced by Education 2.0 models, these changes haven’t (yet) led to a reconfiguration of the symbolic representations and tacit assumptions structuring school settings, still hampering fairer educational and professional trajectories for women in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths).
Effect of various medicinal plant essential oils obtained from semi-arid climate on rumen fermentation characteristics of a high forage diet using in vitro batch culture

Eighteen natural medicinal plant essential oils and garlic oil obtained from semi-arid climate were conducted to evaluate their effects on in vitro rumen microbial fermentation and their effectiveness for decrease in vitro ruminal methane production. 50 ml of buffered rumen fluid (1:2; rumen fluid: buffer solution) were introduced in 125 ml serum bottles containing 500 mg of 80:20 alfalfa hay to concentrate as basal diet and or basal diet plus 1 μ/ml of medium of medicinal essential oils or garlic oil (6 replicates for each treatment) and incubated for 24 h at 38.7°C. Head space gas pressure of each bottle was recorded using a pressure transducer at 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 16 and 24 h of the incubation and a sample was collected to determine methane concentration. In the end of incubation pH measured and samples were collected for ammonia nitrogen concentration and dry matter (DM) and crude protein (CP) disappearance were recorded and feed fermentation efficiency (FFE = mg IDMD/ ml accumulative gas produced at 24 h post incubation) were calculated. Medicinal plant essential oils which caused an increase in FFE and decrease in gas production in-contrast with those in control were selected as the candidates for gas analysis and determine their effects on methane concentration. All essential oils resulted in a significant decrease (P < 0.05) in total gas production (except in Rosemary, Dill, Clove, Fennel, Pistachio hull and black pepper) and both IDMD and ICPD (except in Black pepper, Rosemary and Dill). Of the 19 samples tested coriander, rosemary, cinnamon, red basil, oregano 2, black pepper, cumin, caraway and dill that selected as the candidates for gas analysis and determine their effects on methane concentration increase in FFE and decrease in gas production in contrast with those in control. Increase in FFE was more noticeable for thyme, lemon pulp and cinnamon essential oils (22, 21.95 and 3.2 times more than those of control, respectively). Results indicated that coriander, cinnamon, red basil, oregano 2, cumin, caraway and dill essential oils caused a significant decrease (P < 0.05) in total methane production (1.5, 0.3, 1.0, 1.3, 1.1, 1.1 and 2.0 compared with 2.3 in control as mmol/g DM incubated, respectively).
VIRPI TUISKU Depressed Adolescents Grow Up Prevalence, course and clinical risk factors of non-suicidal self-injury, suicidal ideation and suicide attempts

This study examined whether depressed adolescent outpatients with deliberate self-harm behaviour (DSH) differed from non-suicidal depressed adolescent outpatients in depressive and anxiety symptoms, alcohol use, perceived social support and number of negative life-events. Depressed adolescent outpatients (n1⁄4 155) aged 13e19 years were interviewed using K-SADS-PL for DSM-IV Axis I diagnoses and completed self-report questionnaires. Suicidal behaviour was assessed by K-SADS-PL suicidality items. Depressed adolescents with DSH were younger, perceived less support from the family, had more severe depressive symptoms and used more alcohol than non-suicidal depressed adolescents. Adolescents with DSH and suicidal ideation or suicide attempts had more depressive and anxiety symptoms than adolescents with DSH only. Adolescents with severe internalizing distress symptoms are at risk not only for DSH, but also additional suicidal behaviour. Family interventions may be needed in the treatment of depressed adolescents with DSH. * Corresponding author. National Public Health Institute, Department of Mental Health and Alcohol Research, Mannerheimintie 166, FIN-00300 Helsinki, Finland. Tel. : þ358 9 47448656; fax: þ358 9 47448478. E-mail addresses: virpi.tuisku@ktl.fi (V. Tuisku), mirjami.pelkonen@ktl.fi (M. Pelkonen), olli.kiviruusu@ktl.fi (O. Kiviruusu), lin.haa@utu.fi (L. Karlsson), titta.ruuttu@ktl.fi (T. Ruuttu), mauri.marttunen@ktl.fi (M. Marttunen). 1 Lehmustie 12B, 20720 Turku, Finland. 0140-1971/$36.0
‘ Follow ’ My Constructed Instagram Lifestyle ! The impression management practices of lifestyle influencers on Instagram

2 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS . 3 INTRODUCTION . 5 1.1 SOCIAL AND SCIENTIFIC RELEVANCE . 11 THEORETICAL FRAMEWORK . 12 2. IMPRESSION MANAGEMENT . 12 2.1 TWO-COMPONENT MODEL: IMPRESSION MOTIVATION AND CONSTRUCTION . 12 2.2 SELF-PRESENTATION . 14 2.3 ONLINE INTIMACY . 18 2.4 STRATEGIC SELF-DISCLOSURE . 20 2.5 ONLINE AUTHENTICITY . 22 METHODOLOGY . 24 3. METHODS . 24 3.1 OPERATIONALIZATION . 25 3.2 RECRUITMENT AND SAMPLING OF INTERVIEWEES . 28 3.3 INTERVIEWING INFLUENCERS . 30 3.4 INTERVIEW CHOICES AND EXPERIENCES . 30 3.5 THEMATIC ANALYSIS . 31 RESULTS . 34 4. INTRODUCTION TO RESULTS . 34 4.1 ‘ANDREA THE INFLUENCER’ . 34 4.2 INFLUENCER INDEX . 36 4.3 THEMATIC FIGURE . 38 4.4 GENUINENESS . 39 4.5 APT BRAND-FIT . 42 4.6 PRIVATE VS. ONLINE SELF . 47 4.7 VARYING AFFINITY . 50 4.8 STORYTELLING . 55 4.8. 1 AESTHETIC CURATORS . 55 4.8. 2 STORYTELLING 2.0 . 59 4.9 CONCEPTUAL MODEL . 62 DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSION . 66 5.1 LIMITATIONS . 69 5.2 FUTURE RESEARCH . 70 REFERENCES . 72 APPENDIX 1: INTERVIEW GUIDE . 82
Does spatial agglomeration increase national growth? some evidence from Europe

Economic geographers and regional economists have long been concerned with the problems provoked by uneven regional development and the ways by which policy intervention may be able to reduce such inequalities. However, in recent years the traditional argument for seeking to secure a reduction in the spatial concentration of economic activity in particular regions has been questioned and in some cases it has been suggested that policies that try to reduce regional economic inequalities may even reduce national efficiency. This article examines the evidence for a link between growth in productivity and the degree of spatial agglomeration across the nations of Europe. In doing so it considers how spatial agglomeration should be measured and how the relationship between agglomeration and the growth of productivity can be modelled.
Assessment of the benefits from advanced load & wind power forecasting in autonomous power systems

In this paper, a methodology is developed to assess the benefits from the use of advanced wind power and load forecasting techniques for the scheduling of a medium or large size autonomous power system. The power system scheduling is optimised through a genetic algorithms based unit commitment model that simulates in detail start-up/shut-down procedures of the power units, ramp constraints, generation limits etc. Different types of forecasts are considered as input to the unit commitment model and the operation costs are estimated for each case. Emphasis is given to define appropriate simple forecasting models that can be used on-line. The performance of these models is used as reference to evaluate advanced techniques. The case-study of the Greek island of Crete is examined. A simple model is developed to explain in an intuitive way how the power system structure might attenuate the effect of inaccuracy in forecasts. Finally, the impact of forecasting accuracy on the various power system management functions is discussed.
The Visualization Technology of Sub-compartment Management Procedures Based on WF Technology

It is hard to program a traditional forest sub-compartment management with a long programming cycle and high energy input and lack of computer technology support, such, this paper presents a visualization technology of the sub-compartment management procedure based on WF. The paper, with the programming theory of forest sub-compartment management and WF technology, abstracted traditional sub-compartment management as management measures modules(TABLE II) and implemented the sub-compartment management procedures of custom design(FIGURE II) and used MOGRE 3D Render Engine to display the results at last. The test data was from the pure forest sub-compartment of Chinese fir in Youxian Huangfengqiao forest farm, Hunan Province. The result shows the 3D scene of sub-compartment and the structure factors before and after the operation(FIGURE V and FIGURE VI), which has the intelligent and visual characteristics. In this way, it can realize the effective detection for management procedure, which sets a foundation for the future intelligent forest management schemes in forest farm level. Keywords-WF; MOGRE; execution method; visualization design; forest sub-compartment management schemes
Coral farming as means of sustaining livelihoods and promoting resource management

With the ongoing transition between the barter and the cash economy in Papua New Guinea (PNG), traditional resource production and exploitation must adapt to the changing markets. The increasing demands for goods and services have resulted in coastal and marine resources in PNG showing signs of overexploitation. Andra Island in Manus Province is one of many islands whose inhabitants are highly dependent on the sea for sustenance and livelihoods. Ecological studies by the Wildlife Conservation Society have revealed that the surrounding reefs are denuded of branching Acropora corals compared with similar sites in Manus and elsewhere. This is likely to be due to the island’s economic dependence on the harvest of Acropora corals for the coral lime trade. Lime (calcium hydroxide) is chewed with betelnut (Areca catechu) throughout most coastal regions of PNG, and Andra has a monopoly on the lime trade in Manus. A coral farming project was implemented with the aim of providing a sustainable means of maintaining the coral lime trade. Unlike other coral farming projects in the Pacific, this project operates completely at the local scale and is not reliant on overseas markets; nor does it face the logistical challenges of the aquarium trade. We assess here the degree to which the coral farming activities contribute to livelihoods while relieving extractive pressure on reefs. The project has potential to expand throughout other regions of PNG where corals are harvested for lime.