bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Characterisation of damage due to abrasion in SCC by acoustic emission analysis
Authors: Ridgley Katherine E. , Abouhussien Ahmed A. , Hassan Assem A. A. , Colbourne Bruce
Published: January 2018

This investigation evaluates and compares the abrasion resistance of various concrete types by means of acoustic emission (AE) analysis. Normal concrete, self-consolidating concrete (SCC) and SCC with variable supplementary cementing materials (SCMs) were tested under the rotating cutter method for abrasion resistance. The effect of using different SCMs in SCC mixtures including fly ash, metakaolin (MK), silica fume and slag on the abrasion resistance of SCC was examined. In conjunction with the abrasion testing, AE monitoring was simultaneously conducted on all mixtures using AE attached sensors. AE parameters such as signal amplitude, signal strength, number of hits, duration and cumulative signal strength (CSS) were collected during the abrasion tests. Three additional parameters were determined through further analyses: b-value, severity (Sr) and historic index (H(t)). Results from the abrasion tests indicated that the SCC mixture containing MK had the highest abrasion resistance among all tested mixtures. The studied AE parameters including CSS, number of hits, b-value, H(t) and Sr were well correlated to the extent of abrasion damage in all tested specimens. The progression of abrasion damage was associated with increased AE activities indicated by high fluctuations in the b-value and H(t) along with ever-increasing values of CSS, number of hits and Sr. The AE intensity analysis quantified which ranges for H(t) and Sr would indicate the extent and severity of the damage due to abrasion by means of developed damage classification charts.
Em busca do estado de conhecimento em Educação e Psicanálise
Authors: Kamada Mariana Yuki , Nascimento Lilian Cristine Ribeiro
Published: January 2018

O diálogo entre educação e psicanálise vem produzindo diversos estudos. Este artigo almeja ser um “estado do conhecimento” construído a partir da busca das palavras “educação e psicanálise” em dissertações e teses dos bancos de dados da Capes, restrito aos anos de 2011 e 2012, mas com alcance nacional; e das três universidades estaduais paulistas: USP, Unicamp e Unesp, até o ano de 2015. Foram analisados 163 resumos, classificados em relação à área de concentração, temática e autores citados. Os resultados demonstraram que as universidades públicas dominam os estudos pesquisados, e que a maior concentração de pesquisas ocorre na região sudeste do país. Freud e Lacan são os autores mais citados, seguidos por Winnicott. Os pesquisadores privilegiam o enfoque sobre ensino e aprendizagem, sendo a temática família a menos pesquisada.
Book Review: Create, Copy, Disrupt: India’s Intellectual Property Dilemmas by Prashant Reddy T. & Sumathi Chandrashekan
Authors: Smith Kevin L.
Published: January 2018

Kevin L. Smith reviews Create, Copy, Disrupt: India’s Intellectual Property Dilemmas by Prashant Reddy T. & Sumathi Chandrashekan.
Spirulina Platensis Protects Against Renal Injury in Rats with Gentamicin-Induced Acute Tubular Necrosis
Authors: Avdagić Nesina , Ćosović Esad , Nakaš-Ićindić Emina , Mornjaković Zakira , Začiragić Asija , Hadžović-Džuvo Almira
Published: January 2018

The present study was carried out to evaluate the renoprotective antioxidant effect of Spirulina platensis on gentamicin-induced acute tubular necrosis in rats. Albino-Wistar rats, (9male and 9 female), weighing approximately 250 g, were used for this study. Rats were randomly assigned to three equal groups. Control group received 0,9 % sodium chloride intraperitoneally for 7 days at the same volume as gentamicin group. Gentamicin group was treated intraperitoneally with gentamicin, 80mg/kg daily for 7 days. Gentamicin+spirulina group received Spirulina platensis 1000 mg/kg orally 2 days before and 7 days concurrently with gentamicin (80mg/kg i.p.). Nephrotoxicity was assessed by measuring plasma nitrite concentration, stabile metabolic product of nitric oxide with oxygen. Plasma nitrite concentration was determined by colorimetric method using Griess reaction. For histological analysis kidney specimens were stained with hematoxylin-eosin (HE) and periodic acid-Schiff (PAS) stain. Plasma nitrite concentration and the level of kidney damage were significantly higher in gentamicin group in comparison both to the control and gentamicin+spirulina group. Spirulina platensis significantly lowered the plasma nitrite level and attenuated histomorphological changes related to renal injury caused by gentamicin. Thus, the results from present study suggest that Spirulina platensis has renoprotective potential in gentamicin-induced acute tubular necrosis possibly due to its antioxidant properties.
Treatment of IgA Nephropathy of Adults Presented by Nephrotic Syndrome
Authors: Rašić Senija , Unčanin Snježana , Aganović Kenana , Rašić Ismar , Džemidžić Jasminka , Muslimović Alma
Published: January 2018

The aim of this retrospective study was to evaluate the results of the immunosuppressive regiment in managing of IgA nephropathy associated with primary nephrotic syndrome at the Nephrology Clinic, University of Sarajevo Clinics Centre in period of 1997-2007.We studied 19 patients (4 women and 15 men) with idiopathic nephrotic syndrome, where pathomorphologic changes of IgA nephropathy were proved by kidney biopsy. The levels of diuresis, proteinuria, albuminemia, lipidemia and kidney function, as measure of efficiency of used therapy, were monitored.The IgA nephropathy present with the nephrotic syndrome was shown in 15,8 % (19) patients underwent renal biopsy due to primary nephrotic syndrome in the period of observation. The average age of patients with IgA nephropathy was 34,9 ± 14,1 years. Eight patients from this group were treated with corticosteroid therapy (1-1,5 mg/kg of body weight for 4 weeks, followed by 0,5 mg/ kg of body weight until therapeutic response was achieved, and finally gradual exclusion of therapy after eight weeks in responsive patients), 6 patients with corticosteroids and bolus cyclophosphamide (10 -15 mg/kg BW), and in 5/19 patients cyclosporine therapy was used (3 mg/kg BW). Complete remission of nephrotic syndrome was achieved in 42,1% of the patients. In conclusion, in adults patients with primary nephrotic syndrome associated with IgA nephropathy, used immunosuppressive therapy resulted in a high percentage of achieved remissions.
Doppler Sonography Characteristics of Vertebrobasilar Circulation In Patients With Parkinson’s Disease
Authors: Vidović Mirjana , Sinanović Osman , Smajlović Dževdet , Burina Adnan , Hudić Josip
Published: January 2018

The objective of the study was to analyze the doppler sonography findings of vertebrobasilar circulation (VB) in patients with Parkinson’s disease. 40 patients were analyzed (25 men’s and 15 women) with Parkinson’s disease, average age was 61,9 years (SD=11,43), treated at the Clinic for Neurology in Tuzla. Device for doppler sonography was Multidop x 4. Doppler sonography findings of VB circulation were analyzed in order to computerized tomography (CT) findings of the brain (with or without ischemic lacunar lesions) and in order to presence of postural disturbances as one of dominant Parkinson’s disease symptoms during actual hospitalization. Our results suggest that vertebrobasilar insufficiency is more frequent in patients with Parkinson’s disease (no matter of type) and postural disturbances as a dominant symptom comparing to group of Parkinson’s disease patients without postural disturbances. These results implicate the importance of doppler sonography findings of vertebrobasilar circulation in patients with Parkinson’s disease and possibility of considering role of vertebrobasilar insufficiency in development of postural disturbances.
Importance of Isolation and Biotypization of Gardnerella Vaginalis in Diagnosis of Bacterial Vaginosis
Authors: Numanović Fatima , Hukić Mirsada , Nurkić Mahmud , Gegić Merima , Delibegović Zineta , Imamović Alma , Pašić Selma
Published: January 2018

The natural habitat of Gardnerella vaginalis is a vagina since it could be located among 69% of women who have no signs of vaginal infection and in the vagina of as many as 13,5% girls. G. vaginalis is almost certainly identified among women diagnosed with bacterial vaginosis as well as in the urethra of their sexual partner. The increase in prevalence and concentration of G. vaginalis among patients diagnosed with this syndrome confirms that G. vaginalis plays a significant role in its pathogenesis. In our research, based on Amsel criteria for three or more clinical signs of bacterial vaginosis, it was diagnosed in 20,5% of women with subjective problems of vaginal infection, and in 48,80% of women with subjective symptoms characteristic of this disease. G. vaginalis was isolated from vaginal secretion of women without clinical signs characteristic of bacterial vaginosis. In 2,58% of cases it was solitary, while in 1,28% it was found in combination with other aerobic and anaerobic bacteria and, in 1,28% women combined with Candida albicans. The isolation of G. vaginalis was significantly increased (p<0,05) in the group of women with clinical signs of bacterial vaginosis in comparison to the group of women without these signs. Frequent recurrence of bacterial vaginosis, which is found in 20-30% of women within a three months treatment, is explained as reinfection with other biotype of G. vaginalis, different from a source biotype or as a consequence of wrong treatment. Following Piot biotype scheme, biotypes 2., 3. and 7. G. vaginalis are significantly more often isolated from women who suffer from bacterial vaginosis. Biotype 7. G. vaginalis, isolated from the group of women without clinical signs of bacterial vaginosis, accounted for 2,58% cases. Following Benit biotype scheme, biotypes IVa, IVc and Ilc were identified in 12,90% cases, while biotypes Illa, IIa, Ia, IVb, IIb were found in 6,45% cases. Lipase-positive isolates of G. vaginalis were significantly more frequently accompanied by the syndrome of bacterial vaginosis.
The Effects of Antenatal Corticosteroids and Surfactant Replacement on Neonatal Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Authors: Heljić Suada , Maksić Hajrija , Kalkan Ismeta , Krđalić Belma
Published: January 2018

The goal of this study was to determine the effects of antenatal corticosteroids and surfactant replacement on the severity and frequency of Respiratory Distress Syndrome (RDS) in a cohort of premature infants born in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, from 2005 to 2007. The cohort consisted of 172 premature neonates with estimated gestational age between 26 and 34 weeks. Babies with IUGR, babies of diabetic mothers and babies with major congenital defects were excluded. Out of 172 neonates, 80 were treated antenatally with corticosteroids (single course of dexamethasone) and 92/172 were not. There was no statistical difference (p>0,5) in average gestational age (31,2 vs. 31,0 GW) and male/female ratio between investigated groups; there were significantly more male patients (p<0,05) in both groups. Frequency of RDS was significantly lower in the corticosteroid group (24/80) in relation to the control group (54/92) (p<0,001). Severe RDS was significantly (p<0,01) more frequent in the control group 34/53 (62,96%) then in the corticosteroid group 6/24 (25,0%). Bovine surfactant(Survanta) was given as a rescue therapy to 78 babies with clinical and radiological signs of RDS who required FiO2>0,40 and mechanical ventilation. Early surfactant administration within six hours after birth appeared to be effective at reducing mortality then later surfactant administration (p<0,005). In the group of babies requiring FiO2> or =0,6 at the time of surfactant replacement, the mortality rate was significantly higher (p<0,05). In conclusion, we confirm the efficacy of antenatal corticosteroid treatment and early surfactant treatment in a cohort of premature infants born in Sarajevo.
Clinical Dilemmas and Surgical Treatment of Penoscrotal, Scrotal and Perineal Hypospadias
Authors: Ahmeti Hasan , Kolgeci Selim , Arifi Hysni , Jaha Luan
Published: January 2018

Hypospadia is the most common congenital malformation of the urinary tract. It is a malformation with the opening of the urethra proximally from the usual site. The meatal opening can be anywhere alone the shaft of the penis, or in more severe forms, within the scrotum, or in the perineum. Consequently the hypospadias can be distal, medial and proximal. The proximal ones can be penoscrotal (PS), scrotal (SC) and perineal (PE). The cause of hypospadias is largely unknown; however, current epidemiol-ogy and laboratory studies have shed new light into the etiology of hypospadias. With recent advance-ments in molecular biology, microarray technology, it appears that hypospadias is potentially related to disrupted gene expression. Currently, the only available treatment is surgery. The aim of this study was to present our results of the surgical correction of hypospadias and methods used to answer the clinical dilemmas about the gender. Authors have used two methods for a surgical resolution of the hypospadia - one-step operation suggested by Snodgrass and two-step operation, employing free graft suggested by Bracka. Clinical dilemmas regarding the gender were answered using cytogenetic assessment through lymphocyte cultivation method, suggested by Seabright. The cytogenetic assessment was carried in 23 patients with proximal hypospadia (penoscrotal, scrotal and perineal). Characteristic male cariotype (46, XY) was found in 22 patients. In one patient, with scrotal hypospadia, we found the characteristic female cariotype. This patient had testicles. The patient with female cariotype had a TDG gene that determines the differentiation of the testicles. Although surgery remains the only therapy for the treatment of the hypospadias, better understanding of the molecular and hormonal mechanisms behind the diseases may contribute to the prevention and the decrease in the incidence of the malformation. Cytogenetic testing in patients with unclear gender is important in planning further treatment.
Angina Pectoris and Physiological Coronarographic Findings
Authors: Kulić Mehmed , Tahirović Elnur , Lazović Zina
Published: January 2018

Angina pectoris may be associated with normaln coronary arteries. Normal coronary arteries status is defined as absence of visible disease or the irregu-larity of lumen (less than 50%) as assessed visually on the interventional cardiologists. In our retrospective study among 1130 patients we have identified 181 patients with normal angiographic findings with various risk factors, as male sex, body mass index (BMI), lipid disorders, smoking, hypertension, diabetes mellitus type 2. The analysis results suggest that 56.3% patients of 181 verified normal coronary findings involve female patients with high BMI, unregulated hypertension and lipid disorders. In order to find real causes of chest pain, patients with normal coronary status need careful examination and treatment. The reduction of risk factors and adequate medications are important precon-ditions for the good quality of life in these patients.
Friedreich Ataxia (Fa) Associated with Diabetes Mellitus Type 1 and Hyperthrophic Cardiomyopathy
Authors: Gucev Zoran , Tasic Velibor , Jancevska Aleksandra , Popjordanova Nada , Koceva Svetlana , Kuturec Marija , Sabolic Vesna
Published: January 2018

Progressive signs of ataxia in a eight years old girl prompted neurological investigation. The girl had unstable gait with incoordination of limb movements, impairment of position and vibratory senses, dysarthria, pes cavus, positive Babinski sign and scoliosis. At the age of fourteen the girl was referred in a comatose condition, in a severe diabetic ketoacidosis. Ataxia and hypoactive knee and ankle jerks prompted the analysis of the frataxin gene (FXN; 606829). The most common molecular abnormality: GAA trinucleotide repeat expansion in intron 1 was found with + 300 GAA repeats (1490bp) (normal individuals have 5 to 30 GAA repeat expansions, whereas affected individuals have from 70 to more than 1,000 GAA triplets). Electrocardiogram showed diffuse T wave inversion with sinus bradycardia, while ultrasound revealed concentric, symmetric hypertrophy of left ventricle leading to the diagnosis of hyperthrophic cardiomyopathy. At the age of 14 years, the patient was bound to the wheel-chair, unable to walk. Her brother started to show ataxia at the age of 8 years, and subsequent analysis showed hyperthrophic cardiomyopathy, too. His mutational analysis revealed the same frataxin abnormality, with + 300 GAA repeats. So far, no signs of diabetes occurred. The parents are heterozygous with FXN of 9 -10 GAA (490 bp). Both children received a beta blocker, while the girl’s diabetes mellitus was treated by insulin preparations. This is a report of two siblings with Fridreich ataxia and hyperthrophic cardiomyopathy. In addition, the girl developed type 1 diabetes mellitus.
Comparative Accuracy of Mammography and Ultrasound in Women with Breast Symptoms According to Age and Breast Density
Authors: Devolli-Disha Emine , Manxhuka-Kërliu Suzana , Ymeri Halit , Kutllovci Arben
Published: January 2018

Breast cancer is the most common cancer and the second most common cause of death from cancer in women.The aim of this studywas to determine which is more accurate imaging test mammography or ultrasound for diagnosis of breast cancer based on the women’s age and breast density. We examined 546 patients with breast symptoms, by clinical breast examination, mammography and ultrasound. A total of 546 breast lesions were examined by histopathology analyses. Histopathology results revealed the presence of 259 invasive cancers, and 287 benign lesions. Sensitivity varied significantly with age and breast density. In the 259 women who had both tests, ultrasound had a higher sensitivity than mammography in women younger than 45 years, whereas mammography had a higher sensitivity than ultrasound in women older than 60 years. The sensitivity according to age was 52,1% for mammography and 72,6% for ultrasound. The specificity according to age was 88, 5% for ultrasound and 73, 9% for mammography. Comparing the sensitivity of mammography and ultrasound according to the breast density indicates that mammographic sensitivity was 82,2% among women with predominantly fatty breast, but 23.7% in women with heterogeneous dense breasts, with the increase of fibro glandular density the level of sensitivity with mammography decreases, while ultrasonographic sensitivity was 71,1% among women with predominantly fatty breast and 57,0% for heterogeneous dense breasts. Our data indicate that sensitivity and specificity of ultrasound was statistically significantly greater than mammography in patients with breast symptoms for the detection of breast cancer and benign lesions particularly in dense breast and in young women.
Mathematical practice in textbooks analysis: Praxeological reference models, the case of proportion
Authors: Wijayanti Dyana , Winslow Carl
Published: January 2018

We present a new method in textbook analysis, based on so-called praxeological reference models focused on specific content at task level. This method implies that the mathematical contents of a textbook (or textbook part) is analyzed in terms of the tasks and techniques which are exposed to or demanded from readers; this can then be interpreted and complemented by a discussion of the discursive and theoretical level of the text. The praxeological reference model is formed by the analyst to categorize various elements of the text, in particular the tasks and techniques which it explains or requires from readers. We demonstrate the methodological features of this approach by analyzing examples and exercises in three Indonesian textbooks, focusing on the chapters dealing with arithmetic proportion (defined theoretically by the model). We also illustrate how this rigorous analysis can be used to provide a quantitative “profile” of textbooks within a topic.
Using a New Schema Approach with Primary At-Risk Students in Word Problem Solving
Authors: Amiripour Parvaneh , Dossey John Arthur , Shahvarani Ahmad
Published: January 2018

This comparative study of two approaches contrasts a schema-based approach to represent a solution approach to solving whole number contextual problems for Grades 2 and 3 with the traditional textbook approach.  The participants are 9 to 11-year-old Afghani refugee students enrolled in non-public schools administered by NGO organization in Iran.  The subjects have difficulty with grade-level mathematics and have been retained in grade at least one year.  Subjects were randomly selected from four classrooms in two schools.  The schema-based experimental approach is called the Problem Patterns (PP) approach. Students receiving this instructional approach were taught to break problems into data, units, and desired solution, removing irrelevant information, and make a solution model with manipulatives.  Control students followed the traditional classroom approach.  All classes were taught by the first researcher.  Evaluation results showed the PP students had higher achievement and growth scores than the control students.  The results also showed the schema building portion of instruction contributed most to the differences in performance of the experimental groups’ students.
Developing Attitudes towards Human Rights through Socioscientific Issues in Science Courses: An Action Research
Authors: Doğanay Ahmet , Öztürk Ayşe
Published: January 2018

This study, aiming at developing attitudes towards human rights through socioscientific issues in science courses, was designed as an action research. The study covers 28-week implementation on 26 8th grade students. Data were collected through printed documents, human rights attitude scale (HRAS), unstructured observation, and teacher and student diaries. Qualitative data of the study were analyzed via content analysis. Statistical analysis was carried out for the change in HRAS scores. Study findings indicated that students developed understanding and attitude towards many human rights within the scope of first, second and third generation rights in science courses through practices based on socioscientific issues. HRAS scores increased at a significant rate as well. Moreover, it was also stated that problems of meaning-making, suggesting ideas which do not comply with human rights and insisting were encountered.
The Great Divide: Teaching Collaborative Methodologies In Academia
Authors: Boyle Katherine , Cools Kyla
Published: January 2018

During the summer of 2017, the University of Maryland's Anthracite Heritage Program held a combined historic preservation and archaeological field school at Eckley Miners' Village in Northeastern Pennsylvania. Complementing the University's dual masters in applied anthropology and historic preservation, this field school emphasized the value of utilizing historic preservation and archaeology to inform one another. This field school has provided an invaluable opportunity for students to learn the process of documenting historic structures, as well as taking the built environment into account when conducting an archaeological survey. The collaborative methodologies used in this field school are rare in the applied academic setting yet are oftentimes found in industry and practice settings. This begs the question as to whether the divisions in “applied” and “practicing” anthropology are based in reality or artificial. By highlighting the benefits of teaching collaborative methodologies, we argue that it is a disservice to students to maintain this division between “applied” and “practicing” anthropology, as it does not adequately prepare them for a career outside of the academic world.
Understanding Sampling and Recruitment in Social Work Dissertation Research
Authors: Mirick Rebecca G. , Davis Ashley , Wladkowski Stephanie P.
Published: January 2018

The field of social work has increasingly focused on improving the quantity and rigor of its research. For many social work doctoral students, their first independent research experience begins with their dissertation, and yet, little is known about the factors that facilitate students’ success during this process. Sample recruitment is one step where significant and unexpected challenges can occur. As social justice is the central value of the profession, social work doctoral students may focus on research with vulnerable or marginalized populations; however, little research has been done that focuses on social work dissertations, samples used, and the process of recruitment. In this study, 215 doctoral-level social work graduates who completed their degree within the past ten years were surveyed about their dissertation research, with a focus on the sampling strategy and recruitment processes. Findings show that students have a wide diversity of experiences with the dissertation process. While 64.6% anticipant challenges around recruitment and sampling, only 54.9% encounter challenges. Less than half (44.7%) of study participants received guidance during this process and most (80.5%) felt the dissertation experience impacted subsequent research, both positively (40.5%) and negatively (9.8%). Based on these findings, doctoral programs are encouraged to increase supports available to dissertating students, particularly those recruiting study participants from vulnerable and marginalized populations. These supports include community connections, skills for obtaining gatekeeper buy-in, and both relational support and advice from dissertation committees and other colleagues.
“We Pride Ourselves on Being Strong…and Able to Bear a lot”: Examining the Socio-Cultural and Historical Context of Black Americans’ Experiences with Depression and Help-Seeking
Authors: Campbell Rosalyn Denise
Published: January 2018

Research consistently shows that Black Americans’ symptoms of depression are more severe and persistent than their white counterparts yet they seek out and/or use services at a far lower rate. While trying to understand this disparity, it is important that researchers explore the socio-cultural and historical context around Black Americans’ experiences with depression and help-seeking. This study involved semi-structured in-depth interviews with 17 Black American men and women, aged 21-57, who experienced depression. A thematic analysis revealed that Black Americans’ experiences are often rooted in a socio-cultural and historical context where Black people are seen as a strong people, able to deal with anything, and do not get depressed. These findings suggest that Black Americans may go through a process of reconciling being depressed with certain aspects of their cultural identity as they strive to better understand themselves, their illness, and options to help alleviate their symptoms. Researchers and practitioners alike should pay more attention to this complex process as they attempt to understand the illness experiences and help-seeking behaviors of Black Americans.
Destigmatizing Experiences of Combat Veterans Engaged in Civilian Disaster Relief: Implications for Community Transition
Authors: Kranke Derrick , Gin June , Saia Rebecca , Schmitz Susan , Weiss Eugenia L. , Dobalian Aram
Published: January 2018

Combat veterans possess some attributes of differentness that may cause others in society to create stigmatized perceptions of them and devalue their skills. Direct interaction/contact allows targeted individuals—in this case, combat veterans—to demonstrate their value by dispelling negative attitudes or beliefs others may have of them. A previous study reported that the disaster relief setting facilitates contact among combat veterans and non-military civilians. This study applied Modified Labeling Theory (MLT) to assess if the stigma and labeling experience among combat veterans volunteering in disaster settings provides a nuanced understanding. Semi-structured interviews were used to assess perceptions of male Team Rubicon (TR) members (n=9) who provide disaster relief in civilian settings. All participants served in combat. Data were thematically analyzed. Findings suggest 1) combat veterans were not stigmatized by their label; and 2) personal contact with civilians impacted by disaster helped TR members a) to demonstrate their value, and b) feel more optimistic about connecting with civilians in other contexts. Our findings suggest that veterans working with peer combat veterans and civilians in disaster settings provided a destigmatizing condition whereby combat veterans felt less stigmatized by others and more interpersonally connected with civilians. It is recommended that since the majority of services for veterans come from civilian community providers, it is imperative that providers be sensitive to military culture and experiences of those serving in combat to avoid further stigmatization of veterans.
The Dilemma of Spare Embryos After IVF Success: Social Workers’ Role in Helping Clients Consider Disposition Options
Authors: Boys Stephanie , Walsh Julie
Published: January 2018

Social work services for persons undergoing the in vitro fertilization process(IVF) has greatly lagged behind the medical technology opportunities provided to these clients. Advocacy for social work services for persons undergoing IVF was advanced upon the procedure’s initial development, but there has been a stark lack of recent scholarship regarding social work in fertility health services. The existing literature suggests several talking points regarding the IVF process to be discussed with persons considering IVF, especially the medical and psychological risks of failure. This article discusses a newer and necessary topic to cover in pre-IVF counseling: the possibility of too much success in the form of excess embryos. Although the topic must be covered with sensitivity to the relatively low rate of IVF success, persons receiving care through assisted reproductivetechnology (ART) need to be prepared for the difficult moral questions raised when IVF procedures result in even more embryos than intended. Social workers need to be prepared to explore the pros and cons of each disposition option with IVF clients.
The March of Scientific Knowledge in Social Work
Authors: Adamek Margaret E.
Published: January 2018

In the Fall 2017 issue of Advances in Social Work we are pleased to present 15 manuscripts--12 empirical, three conceptual--written by authors hailing from 15 states, the District of Columbia, and four countries.  Seven papers address various aspects of social work education, including three on research issues, two on child welfare curriculum, one on macro social work, and one on combined public health/social work programs.  The remaining papers include three conceptual offerings and five empirical studies conducted in the field.
Tourism destination brand Dimensions: An exploratory approach
Authors:   ISEG - Lisbon School of Economics and Management, Veríssimo José Manuel Cristóvão , Tiago Maria Teresa Borges ,   University of the Azores, Tiago Flávio Gomes ,   University of the Azores, Jardim João Sérgio ,   University of the Azores
Published: January 2018

Recently, researchers have suggested using destination branding as a powerful marketing tool. Despite its apparent value, there appears to be little applied research on this subject that goes beyond the conventional destination brand image, especially regarding research that combines different brand equity dimensions. This study is designed to address this gap, using the islands of Madeira as a unit of research. For this purpose, a survey was undertaken of 321 tourists, in seven hotels at this destination. Respondents were requested to rate the factors for awareness, image, perceived quality, and loyalty, in a method consistent with the brand equity model, using descriptive analyses and a confirmatory factor analysis. The results show that these four dimensions are relevant for the composition of destination brand equity. Even though image shows the greatest impact, the outcome establishes the need to look beyond brand image.
Knowledge transfer exchange and dynamic Guanxi in Chinese Universities
Authors:   University of Málaga, Padilla-Meléndez Antonio , Li Zhenxing ,   University of Málaga
Published: January 2018

This paper investigates the relevance of guanxi (???as a cultural factor in Knowledge Transfer Exchange (KTE) in the Chinese University-Industry relationship context. Adopting a qualitative case-study approach, with data from fieldwork fifty interviews this work brings fresh view on the role of social networks as a cultural value in universities’ researchers engagement in KTE activities. In addition, this paper breaks the traditional linear view toward guanxi. Instead, it adopts a dynamic, dialectical, and holistic perspective towards the role of guanxi in KTE processes in the context of Chinese universities. Furthermore, it has been found that during the KTE process, guanxi networks should be balanced with the appropriate infrastructure, qualified staffs, and financial investment to obtain successful outcomes. This study enriches the existing literature on the determinants which affect KTE researcher engagement by highlighting the role of guanxi as a cultural factor.
The complex interaction between Human Resources Management, the Labor Market and Employment Relations in Brazil
Authors:   Fundação João Pinheiro - FJP, Cruz Marcus Vinicius Gonçalves da , Sarsur Amyra Moyzes ,   Instituto de Sociologia - Universidade do Porto, Amorim Wilson Aparecido Costa de ,   Programa de Pós-Graduação em Administração - Universidade de São Paulo – FEA-USP, Fischer André Luiz ,   Programa de Pós-Graduação em Administração - Universidade de São Paulo – FEA-USP, Kassem Michele Ruzon ,   Programa de Pós-Graduação em Administração - Universidade de São Paulo – FEA-USP
Published: January 2018

This article reports results of qualitative research that examines how the literature available of human resource management (HRM) addresses the new characteristics of employment in Brazil in the 2000-2015 period; with an aging population, a reduction in the share of young people and increased educational level of the workforce, a drop in the number of non-employed, higher income for workers and a high rate of turnover. In employment relations, the trade unions obtained real raises above inflation and strikes have returned. Through a panel of specialists and literature on human resources management in Brazil, the study reveals a distance between the subjects of labor market, employment relations and HRM. Two hypotheses could explain these findings: (H1) labor relation and labor market issues are of little value to HRM; and (H2) HRM and employment relations are treated as different professional areas and fields of knowledge, and are poorly integrated in organizations.
Une crise de la modernité en poésie : de l’impuissance de Pierre Reverdy à l’auto-annulation de Danielle Collobert
Authors: Renouprez Martine
Published: January 2018

De Pierre Reverdy à Danielle Collobert, cet article explore la tonalité élégiaque de la poésie moderne, hantée par le blanc, le vide et l’impuissance et marquée par une irrémédiable césure avec le monde, ce qui va de pair avec une perte de l’intersubjectivité jusqu’à l’incommunicabilité. Pourtant, l’héritage de Pierre Reverdy n’est pas que négation puisque le Surréalisme lui doit sa théorie de l’image. Or, le Surréalisme est un dépassement des limites de la modernité et nous suggérons qu’il porte en lui les germes de la postmodernité. From Pierre Reverdy to Danielle Collobert, this article explores elegiac tonality in modern poetry, haunted by white, emptiness and impotence and marked by an irremediable caesura with the world along with a loss of intersubjectivity which leads to incommunicability. The legacy of Pierre Reverdy, however, lies not only in negation, for Surrealism owes him a theory of the image. Surrealism, therefore, goes beyond the limits of modernism and we argue that it bears within the seeds of postmodernism.
Studies in the Effect Some Sulphur and Nitrogen Containing Heterocyclic Compounds on Germination Pattern of Jowar and Chickpea
Authors: Raut P. V. , Bodakhe P. S. , Waghmare S. A. , Tayade D. T.
Published: January 2018

Present research emphasizes the effect some sulphur and nitrogen containing heterocyclic compounds on germination pattern of jowar and chickpea. Nitrogen containing heterocyclic compounds used Cyanoformamidino-1- phenylimine, 3-Methylimine-5-methylguanidino-1,2,4-thiadiazole, 3-Phenylimine-5-phenylguanidino-1,2,4-thiadiazole, 2- Methyl guanidino-4-methylimine-6-phenylimino-1,3,5-thiadiazine, 2-Phenylguanidino-4-methylimine-6-phenylimino-1,3,5- thiadiazine, 1-Phenyl-2-phenylguanidino-4-methylimine-6-thio-1,3,5-triazine.
Comparison of glycosylated hemoglobin and different lipid parameters in with and without type-2 diabetes mellitus patients and controls
Authors: Kumar Dr Amit , Singh Mr Nirbhay Pratap , Mahato Mr. Binod
Published: January 2018

Objective: To compare of glycosylated hemoglobin and different lipid parameters in with and without type-2 diabetes mellitus patients and controls. Methods: This was a prospective and analytical study conducted in tertiary care hospital. A total of 50 cases of diabetes with & without complication and 50 controls of either sex and 35-75 years of age were included in the study. Clinically diagnosed & confirmed cases of Diabetes Mellitus in age group 35 to 75 years with >5 years history of diabetes on treatment of any duration, patients of diabetes with complications like retinopathy, nephropathy were included in the study. Results: The FBS level was significantly (p=0.0001) higher among cases (122.26±68.39) compared with controls (79.28±11.84). The PPBS was also higher (p=0.0001) among cases (188.20±87.27) than controls (124.12±10.96). The level of HbA1C was significantly (p=0.0001) higher among cases (7.47±1.90) compared with controls (5.48±0.41). The increased level of TC, TG, LDL and VLDL was observed among cases than controls (p<0.01). However, decreased level of HDL was found among cases compared with controls (p>0.05). Conclusion: The study found that there was elevation of lipid profile and HbA1C in the patients of type-2 diabetes.
Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus in Pus samples
Authors: Devi.S Dr.Uma
Published: January 2018

Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is an emerging multidrug resistant bug worldwide. Knowing prevalence of MRSA is important to know for choosing empiric therapy and to screen colonized patients or staff. As Staphylococcus aureus is most common among pus samples, we have selected to do this study in this region. All clinical pus samples after receiving to Microbiology department, immediately inoculated in basal media such as Nutrient agar, Macconkey agar, Blood agar, Brain Heart Infusion Broth and selective media including mannitol salt agar DNAse agar. All Media plates after inoculation were incubated for 24 hours at 370C. Out of 136, 59 (43.3%) were Staphylococcus aureus and MRSA was 17 (28.8%). In the present study, 20.3% were staphylococcal isolates sensitive to penicillin, 45.7% were sensitive to erythromycin, 42.3% were sensitive to clindamycin, 71.1% were sensitive to cefoxitin & cotrimoxazole, 30.5% were sensitive to ciprofloxacin, 88.1% were sensitive to gentamicin, 96.6% were sensitive to linezolid and 100% isolates were sensitive to tigecycline, teicoplanin and vancomycin. Guidelines for the prevention and control of MRSA should be followed in hospital care settings. Screening of MRSA should make a definite policy on all seriously ill patients after admission.
Serial Intrarticular Low Dose Corticosteroid Injections for Frozen Shoulder Pain Management: A Case Report
Authors: Inklebarger James , Parkunan A  , Krishnaswamy K  , Kumar D  , Galanis N
Published: January 2018

Idiopathic frozen shoulder (IFS), follows a three-phase progression of synovial inflammation to adhesive synovitis, to more mature adhesions with less synovitis, and finally mature adhesions. [1] In early stage 1 & II disease, a one-off 80 mg intra-articular corticosteroid injection (CSI) has reported efficacy in dampening cytokine-mediated pain and inflammation, and chemically ablating the synovitis early, which may prevent fibrosis and shorten the course of disease. [2] However, hydrodilation with steroid-only injection studies report inconclusive results. [3] Other reports advocate an early one-off 80 mg CSI as the customary management. Veteran clinicians however, have reported anecdotal success with much smaller doses of serial 20 mg depo-steroid injections, performed depending on symptoms, at 1-8 week intervals. This approach methodology has found some recent support in the literature. [4]. Many IFS patients are also diabetics, [5] and serial lower dose CSI may avoid serum glucose fluctuations in diabetic patients.
Reconstruction of Sole of Foot: A Retrospective Study of 26 Consecutive Cases
Authors: MS, MCh, Dr.Kiran Petkar
Published: January 2018

Loss of part or whole of foot is a distressing problem. The choice of reconstructive modality changes with advancement of science and hence, their long-term outcome is a matter of debate.
Materials and methods: consecutive cases of loss of part or whole of sole of over the preceding five years were studied. Patient profiles, etiology, nature of defects, reconstructive method used and the outcome were studied.
Results: A total of 26 limbs were treated for defects in sole of foot. Various modalities like adjacent flaps, pedicled flaps and free flaps were used to reconstruct various types of defects. The long-term outcome revealed weight-bearing and return of sensation in all patients. Return to workplace was at 53 days on average. Two cases of free muscle flap with split-skin grafting had repeated skin breakdown.
Discussion: reconstructive options for sole of foot are evolving. However, the principles and demand remain the same. 
Conclusion: The reconstructive surgeon should be aware of the demands on the reconstructed sole and the various reconstructive modalities available. Treatment needs to be individualized to each patient. A continuous review of the cases and long-term results is necessary to enrich the science.
An Assessment of the Influence of Disability Legislation Awareness on Employability of Persons with Disabilities in Post-Secondary Institutions in Kirinyaga County, Kenya
Authors: Lucy Murugi Njeru ,   Department of Human Resource Development, Karatina University, Karatina, Kenya.
Published: January 2018

Globally, unemployment and underemployment of persons with disabilities is a major concern. A World Bank report shows that 20% of the world�s poor are persons with disabilities, 60% of them living in developing countries, such as Kenya. Lack of inclusion, and not disability, contributes to this poverty. Despite the existence of several disability legislations, unemployment of persons with disabilities still remains a challenge. The objective of the study was to establish the extent to which disability legislation awareness influences employability of persons with disabilities in Post-Secondary institutions in Kirinyaga County, Kenya. The research used staff from five post-secondary institutions that were selected using proportionate stratified random sampling technique while five Human Resource Managers were selected using purposeful sampling. The study adopted descriptive research design. Questionnaires were used to collect data and Cronbach alpha coefficient employed to test reliability. Collected data were analyzed using Statistical Package for Social Science. The assessment of the influence of disability legislation awareness on employability of persons with disabilities was established through a multiple regression model. The study findings established that the organizations hardly conducted capacity building for staff on disability legislation, there was little or nonexistence of disability policies in the institutions. Moreover, respondents were unaware of how to handle persons with disabilities at workplace. The study concluded that legislation awareness influences employability of persons with disabilities positively because it assists employers develop compliance toward disability inclusion in workplace.
A Success of Universityâ€“Industry Partnership
Authors: Gorlach Igor
Published: January 2018

In the fast-changing world, the success of engineering education depends not only on sound engineering knowledge, but also on the ability to apply it in practice from the moment young graduates enter the real industry. In order to be successful in industry, learners need interaction within the real industrial environment from the beginning of their studies. The importance of close links between engineering educational programmes and industry is shown in the example of industryâ€“university collaboration between the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU) and General Motors South Africa (GMSA). The local automotive industry and GMSA, in particular, have been supporting the engineering programmes at NMMU for decades. However, with the establishment of a bachelor degree programme in mechatronics in 2005, GMSA decided to play an even more prominent role, as this was the first such degree programme in the Eastern Cape. This initiative has resulted in the establishment of the Chair of Mechatronics, fully sponsored by GMSA. Over the years, this industryâ€“university partnership became an important platform providing a vital link between theory and practice in engineering education. The results of this partnership can be seen in an increased number of graduate and post-graduate studentsâ€™ projects being based on real industrial cases provided by GMSA, reflecting the latest developments and trends in engineering. Working with engineers in solving industrial problems enables students to gain valuable experience in dealing with colleagues, managers and workers. Exposure to the latest technologies strengthens the theory and better prepares graduates for their future careers in industry and commerce. The partnership is also important for GMSA, as it increases its competitiveness and facilitates the companyâ€™s significant contribution to human capital development, which is very important for the growth of the South African economy and the community at large. Keywords: Industry collaboration, human capital development, educational chair, training.
Kesalahan Penulisan pada Siswa Tingkat Dasar: Analisis Isi pada Karangan Siswa MI Nurul Falah OKI Sumsel
Authors: Tanenji Tanenji , Sholikhah Hani Atus
Published: January 2018

The objectives of the research were to find out and describe error analysis of student writing. This research was conducted using qualitative method with content analysis. The population of this research was the students of Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Nurul Falah Kutapandan Kecamatan Lempuing Kabupaten OKI Sumsel in the academic year 2015/2017. The data were obtained by the means of writing task. The result of the data analyses showed that eror analysis of student writings are (1) misordering, (2) misformating (3) additioni, and (3) omision.