bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Temporal evolution and spatial distribution of maternal death
Authors: Carreno Ioná , Bonilha Ana Lúcia de Lourenzi , Costa Juvenal Soares Dias da
Published: September 2014

OBJECTIVE To analyze the temporal evolution of maternal mortality and its spatial distribution.METHODS Ecological study with a sample made up of 845 maternal deaths in women between 10 and 49 years, registered from 1999 to 2008 in the state of Rio Grande do Sul, Southern Brazil. Data were obtained from Information System on Mortality of Ministry of Health. The maternal mortality ratio and the specific maternal mortality ratio were calculated from records, and analyzed by the Poisson regression model. In the spatial distribution, three maps of the state were built with the rates in the geographical macro-regions, in 1999, 2003, and 2008.RESULTS There was an increase of 2.0% in the period of ten years (95%CI 1.00;1.04; p = 0.01), with no significant change in the magnitude of the maternal mortality ratio. The Serra macro-region presented the highest maternal mortality ratio (1.15, 95%CI 1.08;1.21; p < 0.001). Most deaths in Rio Grande do Sul were of white women over 40 years, with a lower level of education. The time of delivery/abortion and postpartum are times of increased maternal risk, with a greater negative impact of direct causes such as hypertension and bleeding.CONCLUSIONS The lack of improvement in maternal mortality ratio indicates that public policies had no impact on women’s reproductive and maternal health. It is needed to qualify the attention to women’s health, especially in the prenatal period, seeking to identify and prevent risk factors, as a strategy of reducing maternal death.
Serological and infection statuses of dogs from a visceral leishmaniasis-endemic area
Authors: Laranjeira Daniela Farias , Matta Vânia Lúcia Ribeiro da , Tomokane Thaíse Yumie , Marcondes Mary , Corbet Carlos Eduardo Pereira , Laurenti Márcia Dalastra
Published: September 2014

OBJECTIVE This study investigated the serological status of dogs living in a visceral leishmaniasis-endemic area and its correlation with the parasitological condition of the animals.METHODS Canine humoral response was evaluated using the sera of 134 dogs by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay and immunohistochemistry to detect parasites in the skin, lymph node, and spleen of the animals. The specific antibodies investigated were IgG, IgG1, IgG2, and IgE.RESULTS According to the parasitological, laboratory, and clinical findings, the dogs were placed into one of four groups: asymptomatic with (AP+, n = 21) or without (AP-, n = 36) Leishmania tissue parasitism and symptomatic with (SP+, n = 52) or without (SP-, n = 25) parasitism. Higher IgG and IgE levels were positively correlated with the infection condition and parasite load, but not with the clinical status. In all groups, total IgG was the predominant antibody, which occurred at the expense of IgG2 instead of IgG1. Most of the infected dogs tested positive for IgG (SP+, 98.1%; AP+, 95.2%), whereas this was not observed with IgE (SP+, 80.8%; AP+, 71.2%). The most relevant finding was the high positivity of the uninfected dogs for Leishmania-specific IgG (SP-, 60.0%; AP-, 44.4%), IgE (SP-, 44.0%; AP-, 27.8%), IgG1 (SP-, 28.0%; AP-, 22.2%), and IgG2 antibodies (SP-, 56.0%; AP-, 41.7%).CONCLUSIONS The serological status of dogs, as determined by any class or subclass of antibodies, did not accurately distinguish dogs infected with L. (L.) infantum chagasifrom uninfected animals. The inaccuracy of the serological result may impair not only the diagnosis, but also epidemiological investigations and strategies for visceral leishmaniasis control. This complex serological scenario occurring in a visceral leishmaniasis-endemic area highlights the challenges associated with canine diagnosis and points out the difficulties experienced by veterinary clinicians and coordinators of control programs.
Consumption of alcoholic beverages, driving vehicles, a balance of dry law, Brazil 2007-2013
Authors: Malta Deborah Carvalho , Berna Regina Tomie Ivata , Silva Marta Maria Alves da , Claro Rafael Moreira , Silva Júnior Jarbas Barbosa da , Reis Ademar Arthur Chioro dos
Published: September 2014

The study analyzes the trend in frequency of adults who drive under the influence of alcohol in major Brazilian cities after the passing of laws, which prohibit drunk driving. Data from the Surveillance System for Risk and Protective Factors for Chronic Diseases by Telephone Survey (VIGITEL) between 2007 and 2013 were analyzed. The frequency of adults who drove after abusive alcohol consumption was reduced by 45.0% during this period (2.0% in 2007 to 1.1% in 2013). Between 2007 and 2008 (-0.5%) and between 2012 and 2013 (-0.5%), significant reductions were observed in the years immediately after the publication of these laws that prohibit drunk driving. These improvements towards the control of drunk driving show a change in the Brazilian population’s lifestyle.
Desempenho vitícola de variedades autóctones italianas em condição de elevada altitude no Sul do Brasil
Authors: Brighenti Alberto Fontanella , Silva Aparecido Lima da , Brighenti Emilio , Porro Duilio , Stefanini Marco
Published: September 2014

O objetivo deste trabalho foi avaliar o desempenho vitícola de 12 variedades autóctones italianas cultivadas a 1.400 m de altitude, em São Joaquim, SC. As seguintes variedades foram avaliadas em três ciclos: Prosecco, Verdicchio e Vermentino (brancas); e Aglianico, Aleatico, Ancellotta, Lambrusco Grasparossa, Montepulciano, Negroamaro, Rebo, Sagrantino e Sangiovese (tintas). Utilizou-se o delineamento experimental inteiramente casualizado, com cinco repetições de oito plantas para cada variedade. Os estádios fenológicos analisados foram: brotação, floração, mudança de cor das bagas e maturidade. No momento da colheita, avaliaram-se: produtividade e produção por planta, teor de sólidos solúveis totais (ºBrix), acidez total titulável (meq L-1), pH, e teores de antocianinas e de polifenóis totais. A amplitude térmica em torno de 10°C, durante a maturação, influenciou positivamente a qualidade da uva. As variedades brancas mais bem adaptadas às condições de São Joaquim foram a Vermentino e a Verdicchio, com produtividades acima de 3,9 Mg ha-1, sólidos solúveis acima de 18°Brix e teores de polifenóis totais acima de 500 mg L-1. As variedades tintas mais bem adaptadas foram a Sangiovese, a Sagrantino e a Montepulciano, com produtividades em torno de 6 Mg ha-1, sólidos solúveis entre 19 e 21,5°Brix e teores de polifenóis totais acima de 780 mg L-1. As baixas temperaturas durante a brotação e o volume de precipitação pluvial são os aspectos climáticos mais limitantes ao cultivo das variedades avaliadas, em São Joaquim.
Early selection in open-pollinated Eucalyptus families based on competition covariates
Authors: Pavan Bruno Ettore , Paula Rinaldo César de , Perecin Dilermando , Scarpinati Edimar Aparecido , Candido Liliam Silvia
Published: September 2014

The objetive of this work was to evaluate the influence of intergenotypic competition in open-pollinated families of Eucalyptus and its effects on early selection efficiency. Two experiments were carried out, in which the timber volume was evaluated at three ages, in a randomized complete block design. Data from the three years of evaluation (experiment 1, at 2, 4, and 7 years; and experiment 2, at 2, 5, and 7 years) were analyzed using mixed models. The following were estimated: variance components, genetic parameters, selection gains, effective number, early selection efficiency, selection gain per unit time, and coincidence of selection with and without the use of competition covariates. Competition effect was nonsignificant for ages under three years, and adjustment using competition covariates was unnecessary. Early selection for families is effective; families that have a late growth spurt are more vulnerable to competition, which markedly impairs ranking at the end of the cycle. Early selection is efficient according to all adopted criteria, and the age of around three years is the most recommended, given the high efficiency and accuracy rate in the indication of trees and families. The addition of competition covariates at the end of the cycle improves early selection efficiency for almost all studied criteria.
Colecionar e educar: o Museu Julio de Castilhos e seus públicos (1903-1925)
Authors: Possamai Zita Rosane
Published: September 2014

Este texto apresenta a relação do Museu do Estado do Rio Grande do Sul (Museu Julio de Castilhos) e seu público, no período compreendido entre 1903 e 1925, ressaltando a relevância do estudo dos museus na perspectiva da História. A partir da análise dos relatórios produzidos pelo diretor da instituição e dos registros de visitantes foi possível obter informações sobre a visitação pública ao museu. O Museu Julio de Castilhos conciliou a função científica e educativa, legitimando-se como instituição científica ao buscar formar, classificar e expor coleções de zoologia, botânica e mineralogia, e buscando manter-se aberto à visitação pública. Desse modo, foi possível verificar a inserção do museu num quadro mais amplo de crença na ciência e na educação como modo de alcançar o progresso civilizatório. O museu, nessa perspectiva, era uma instituição que se legitimava na sociedade por fornecer, através do contato direto com suas coleções, os subsídios necessários a uma educação científica calcada nos paradigmas positivistas e empiristas.
Impactos socioculturais e gênero nos reassentamentos da Usina Luis Eduardo Magalhães - TO
Authors: Parente Temis Gomes , Miranda Cynthia Mara
Published: September 2014

O presente artigo se propõe a analisar os impactos socioculturais decorrentes da formação do reservatório com a construção da Usina Luis Eduardo Magalhães e revisitar alguns discursos desenvolvimentistas construídos pela imprensa local durante o processo de construção da usi-na. Pretende ainda dar destaque às lembranças das mulheres que foram reassentadas enfatizando o sentimento delas em relação à perda de um espaço que já não existe mais e o reforço das relações de gênero por meio de discursos que se reportam a lugares e tempos que costumeiramente são definidos como próprios de mulheres. A pesquisa privilegiou a História Oral. Entendemos que a importância da história oral, além de expressar a historicidade da experiência pessoal e o papel do indivíduo na história da sociedade, permite ampliar os conhecimentos e as informações sobre um passado recente através da versão de pessoas que o viveram.
Patterns in diurnal airspace use by migratory landbirds along an ecological barrier
Authors: Peterson Anna C. , Niemi Gerald J. , Johnson Douglas H.
Published: September 2014

Migratory bird populations and survival are affected by conditions experienced during migration. While many studies and conservation and management efforts focus on terrestrial stoppage and staging areas, the aerial environment through which migrants move also is subjected to anthropogenic impacts with potential consequences to migratory movement and survival. During autumn migration, the northern coastline of Lake Superior acts as an ecological barrier for many landbirds migrating out of the boreal forests of North America. From 24 observation points, we assessed the diurnal movements of birds throughout autumn migration, 2008–2010, within a 210 × 10 km coastal region along the northern coast of Lake Superior. Several raptor species showed patterns in airspace associated with topographic features such as proximity to the coastline and presence of ridgelines. Funneling movement, commonly used to describe the concentration of raptors along a migratory diversion line that either prevents or enhances migration progress, occurred only for Bald and Golden Eagles. This suggests a “leaky” migration funnel for most migratory raptors (e.g., migrating birds exiting the purported migration corridor). Passerines migrating during the late season showed more spatial and temporal structure in airspace distribution than raptors did, including funneling and an association with airspace near the coast. We conclude that (1) the diurnal use of airspace by many migratory landbirds is patterned in space and time, (2) autumn count sites situated along ecological barriers substantially underestimate the number of raptors due to “leakage” out of these concentration areas, and (3) the magnitude and structure of diurnal passerine movements in airspace have been overlooked. The heavy and structured use of airspace by migratory landbirds, especially the airspace associated with anthropogenic development (e.g., buildings, towers, turbines) necessitates a shift in focus to airspace management and conservation attention for these animals.
Modeling and Simulation of the Single Grain Grinding Process of the Nano-Particle Jet Flow of Minimal Quantity Lubrication
Authors: Wang Sheng , Li Changhe , Zhang Xiaowei , Jia Dongzhou , Zhang Dongtun , Zhang Qiang
Published: September 2014

Along with strengthening of people’s environmental protection awareness, the MQL technology has been used
in grinding, but its limited cooling effect cannot satisfy the requirement of heat transfer enhancement in the grinding area.
The new technology of nano-particle jet flow of MQL can effectively solve the heat transfer in the grinding zone and
enhance the lubrication characteristics as well. This paper studies mainly the grinding process of the single grain under the
condition of the nano-particle jet flow of MQL by establishing the kinematics model, elastic deformation model and
plastic accumulation model of the single grain and simulating the value of the surface topography of the single-grain
grinding workpiece with quenching 45# as the research subject. The results show that the grinding depth will exert a
certain influence over the material deformation on the surface of the workpiece, the pile height and the length of the
grinding crack. The yielding amount of the grain center δc and the elastic recovery amount of the materials on the surface
of the workpiece δw increases with the grinding depth. The height of the material accumulation increases with the
grinding depth. Furthermore, the change amplitude is large and the change gradient decreases correspondingly. The length
of the grinding crack increases with the grinding depth, and the grinding depth and the height of the material accumulation
have an approximate linear relationship.
Spontaneous Rupture of Urinary Bladder (SRUB) in a Young Male, Presenting as Anuria – A Case Report and Review of Literature
Authors: Hariharasudhan Sekar , Krishnamoorthy Sriram , Shroff Sunil
Published: September 2014

Spontaneous rupture of urinary bladder is a rare condition. Most of the bladder ruptures occur in association with blunt or penetrating injuries to the lower abdomen. Most often, a vague lower abdominal pain is the mode of presentation. Rarely patients present with oliguria, anuria, uremia or urosepsis.

A forty year old male, under the influence of alcohol, presented with lower abdominal pain and anuria for two days with abnormal renal function. He denied history of blunt trauma. He was diagnosed to have an intra-peritoneal rupture of urinary bladder. He underwent emergency laparotomy with repair of bladder rupture.

This case report illustrates the need for a high index of clinical suspicion. Prompt diagnosis and appropriate management will help in preventing a poor clinical outcome in patients with spontaneous bladder perforation. If left untreated or if there is a considerable delay in diagnosis and intervention, it usually is associated with a high morbidity.
Profile and Outcome of Pelviureteric Junction Obstruction
Authors: Senguttuvan Prabha , Jigy Joseph
Published: September 2014

Obstructive uropathy represents one of the largest fractions of identifiable causes of renal failure in pediatric populations. This is one of the largest series of PUJ obstructions reported in children. PUJ obstruction is a relatively common congenital anamolyes in neonates and children and a cause of ESRD in developing countries. This series expands our knowledge about the clinical presentation and course of this disease. Pelviureteric junction (PUJ) obstruction is a partial or total blockage of the flow of urine that occurs where the ureter enters the kidney and is the most common cause of significant dilatation of the collecting system in the fetal kidney. We retrospectively analyzed children diagnosed as PUJ obstruction between the periods of 2008-2010 who presented to our institute. Forty four children were diagnosed to have PUJ obstruction. The median age at presentation was 11 months, with range of 3 months to 11 years. Male children constituted 34 (77.3%) cases. Unilateral PUJ with left sided involvement was more common (52.3%). Antenatal diagnosis was made in 18 (40.9%) cases. The common clinical presentations were fever, urinary tract infection (UTI) and abdominal pain. Hypertension was present in five (11.3%) patients and renal failure at presentation was seen in eight (18.2%) patients. Associated urogenital anomalies were present in twelve (27.3%) patients, with medullary cystic kidney disease (MCKD) being the most commonassociated anomaly. Prophylactic antibiotics were not prescribed to patients. Urinary tract infection was present in fourteen (31.9%) patients with E. coli being the most common organism (75%). Conservative management with regular follow up was done for 32 patients and the remaining twelve patients underwent pyeloplastyin view of gross hydronephrosis, and four (33.3%)of these patients later underwent nephrectomy for a non-functioning kidney. Antenatal screening is mandatory to make an early diagnosis and for further management and close follow upof PUJ obstruction. Randomized control trials and longer follow up studies are needed for evidence to suggest the optimal management.
Is there an Association Between Comorbidities and Income or Literacy in Incident Dialysis Patients Living in Contagem, Brazil?
Authors: Junior Augusto Cesar Soares dos Santos , Nascimento Ana Carolina Aguiar
Published: September 2014

Socioeconomic disparities are suspected to play an important role in the
development of non-communicable chronic diseases and increase the risk for
mortality and morbidity among patients with end-stage renal disease. This study
aimed to investigate a possible association between educational levels, monthly
per capita income and prevalence of clinical comorbidities found in patients at
the initiation of the hemodialysis therapy. A sample of 214 patients was
analyzed. Patients were stratified according to their educational level in two
groups: ≤ 4 and > 4 years of formal education. For the monthly per capita income
the following groups were considered: < US$300.00, ≥ US$300.00 and
< US$450.00 and ≥ US$450.00. There was no statistical significant difference
regarding the prevalence of comorbidities when comparing different educational
levels. Similar results were found when monthly per capita income was analysed.
In spite of that, there was an elevated frequency of patients with ≤ 4 years of
formal education (73.36%, p<0.05) and with a monthly per capita income below
US$450.00 (80.84%, p<0.05) among those initiating hemodialysis therapy. In
conclusion, despite the fact that there was no statistical association between
the prevalence of comorbidities and socioeconomic factors our data indicated
that disadvantage populations might be at elevated risk to initiate dialysis
therapy in the city of Contagem, Brazil.
Sorption recovery of copper (II) and zinc (II) from chloride aqueous solutions
Authors: Kononova Olga , Kuznetsova Marina , Mel’nikov Alexey , Karplyakova Nataliya , Kononov Yury
Published: September 2014

The present investigation is devoted to simultaneous sorption recovery of
copper (II) and zinc (II) ions on some commercial anion exchangers with
different physical-chemical properties. The initial concentrations of zinc
and copper were 1-3 mmol L-1 and the recovery was carried out in 0.01 M and 2
M hydrochloric acid solutions. It was shown that the investigated anion
exchangers possess good sorption and kinetic properties. After the recovery
of copper and zinc from strong acidic solutions, their selective elution was
carried out by means of 2 M hydrochloric acid solution (zinc recovery) and 2
M ammonia solution (copper recovery). In weak acidic solutions, copper and
zinc were separated during sorption, as zinc sorption did not proceed in this
case. The subsequent copper (II) elution was carried out by 2 M ammonia
solution. The anion exchangers Purolite S985, Purolite A500 and AM-2B can be
recommended for zinc and copper recovery from acidic industrial solutions and
waste water.
A software for indoor radon risk mapping based on geology
Authors: Tondeur Francois , Cinelli Giorgia
Published: September 2014

A computer code dedicated to indoor radon risk mapping is presented, based on
geology and on indoor radon measurements. Assuming a lognormal distribution
of the data at the local scale, it provides the estimation of the percentage
of houses above a chosen reference level, at the points of a grid specified
by the user, using the moving average of data belonging to the same
geological unit as the grid point.
Identity, identity politics, and neoliberalism
Authors: Wrenn Mary
Published: September 2014

With the intensification of neoliberalism, it is useful to examine how some
individuals might cope with the irrationality of the system. Neoliberalism
cloaks the execution of the corporate agenda behind rhetorical manipulation
that advocates for limited government. The corollary absence of government
involvement on behalf of the citizenry writ large disarms the means of
social redress for the individual. Democracy funded and fueled by corporate
power thereby disenfranchises the individual, provoking some to search for
empowerment through identity politics. The argument set forth suggests that
individuals construct, reinforce, or escalate allegiance to identities as a
coping mechanism, some of which manifest in violent identity politics.
Nothing but the Truth? The United Nations and the Millennium Development Goals
Authors: Porter Shirley
Published: September 2014

The United Nations established eight Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) in 2000, with the target for achievement set at 2015. On the UN website a special section is devoted to the MDGs. In this article the website as it was presented in late 2013 is examined. Although the website was easy to negotiate, it was difficult to ascertain any ideological detail on projects conducted. Results citing quantitative statistical data were numerous and generally positive with lack of progress noted in some aspects and areas. No information was available on the methodology used for creating these statistics. Critique by authors other than the UN's own commissioned writers was not available, but a search on Google produced constructive articles. It appeared the UN was evaluating its own ideology, progress and goals in the light of experience so far, and preparing for a changed way forward in post-2015.
Global Influences on National Definitions of Quality Education: Examples from Spain and Italy
Authors: Engel Laura C. , Rutkowski David
Published: September 2014

There is increasing attention worldwide to advancing quality education. Beyond a rhetorical aim, many international organizations and national education systems have articulated a commitment to promoting measures of quality education through the development of educational indicators. This article broadly explores the global influences on national definitions and measures of quality education through examining select educational issues in Spain and Italy. Through an examination of select educational issues in these two illustrative national examples, there appears to be a connection between the ways in which educational quality indicators are used and defined at the national and international level. These examples provide insight into how the Organisation for Economic and Co-operation and Development (OECD) influences educational policy developments in quality education within the national space, particularly through its own Education at a Glance indicators and Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA). The authors argue that by including key international indicators of quality at the national level, the OECD wields considerable influence in national education policy spaces, and, furthermore, narrows what it means to develop quality education.
Spatializing Marxist Educational Theory: School, the Built Environment, Fixed Capital and (Relational) Space
Authors: Ford Derek R.
Published: September 2014

Over the last two decades, educational theory has begun to incorporate analyses of space where formerly temporal considerations dominated. In this article, Marxist educational theory is spatialized by considering the school as (1) a form of fixed capital, (2) a crucial aspect of the built environment and (3) a relational space. The author begins by sketching Marxist educational theory, relying heavily on the work of Glenn Rikowski. Critically taking up Rikowski's call to center the social reproduction of the labor power in educational analysis, he moves to an exploration of the role that space plays in this process, concentrating primarily on work by Marx and David Harvey. This spatialization helps to ground the current struggles over educational standardization and privatization within a broader critique of the capitalist mode of production.
Nurture and Change: The Establishment of a Dynamic and Responsive Teacher Education Classroom
Authors: Haapanen Iris
Published: September 2014

The concept and the activities of nurturing are vital to the teacher education classroom. It is essential that student teachers have the ability to understand their own students' connection to learning and thus to the need those students have for a particular and indispensable form of sustenance. Nurturing unites identity and subject matter with the hearts and minds of students and teachers in the weaving of classroom life. Nurture is part of emotions. Emotions influence student behaviour. The action of nurture strengthens identity, understanding and knowledge in a solid path that brings together hopes and possibilities for learning and performing in the world. Educators who assist their students in feeling good about learning through classroom successes, friendships and celebrations are doing the very things their students' brains crave.
Estimation and Calculation Procedures of the Technical Provisions for Outstanding Insurance Claims
Authors: Matvejevs Aleksandrs , Malyarenko Anatoliy , Matvejevs Andrejs
Published: September 2014

The paper presents algorithms for insurance technical provisions taking into account losses, which are incurred but not reported. Evaluation of insurance technical provisions for the kinds of insurance, such as Motor Third Party Liability (MTPL) Insurance, Property Insurance and some others, have difficulties in assessing the impact of the losses from insurance claims incurred requiring a longer time for the settlement of insurance claims. These insurance requirements are mainly associated with health insurance in the MTPL Insurance, losses related to compensation for moral injuries, as well as on life care and life-long pension. To run these payments, you need to know the financial indicators for the period of settlement of loss (such as the effective interest rate, investment income, etc.) In the article the procedures for the most accurate forecast possible losses for the expected excess of loss amount for a treaty year are provided, using the loss experience of the previous years of the occurrence with their development. However, certain adjustments should be made to take account of the impact of losses from previous years for the current period. This article describes how outstanding losses have to be projected on a year of reporting, so that they are correspond to the current values
Intellectual Model-Based Configuration Management Conception
Authors: Bartusevics Arturs , Novickis Leonids , Bluemel Eberhard
Published: September 2014

Software configuration management is one of the most important disciplines within the software development project, which helps control the software evolution process and allows including into the end project only tested and validated changes. To achieve this, software management completes certain tasks. Concrete tools are used for technical implementation of tasks, such as version control systems, servers of continuous integration, compilers, etc. A correct configuration management process usually requires several tools, which mutually exchange information by generating various kinds of transfers. When it comes to introducing the configuration management process, often there are situations when tool installation is started, yet at that given moment there is no general picture of the total process. The article offers a model-based configuration management concept, which foresees the development of an abstract model for the configuration management process that later is transformed to lower abstraction level models and tools are indicated to support the technical process. A solution of this kind allows a more rational introduction and configuration of tools
Security Process Capability Model Based on ISO/IEC 15504 Conformant Enterprise SPICE
Authors: Mitasiunas Antanas , Novickis Leonids , Kalpokas Rimas
Published: September 2014

In the context of modern information systems, security has become one of the most critical quality attributes. The purpose of this paper is to address the problem of quality of information security. An approach to solve this problem is based on the main assumption that security is a process oriented activity. According to this approach, product quality can be achieved by means of process quality - process capability. Introduced in the paper, SPICE conformant information security process capability model is based on process capability modeling elaborated by world-wide software engineering community during the last 25 years, namely ISO/IEC 15504 that defines the capability dimension and the requirements for process definition and domain independent integrated model for enterprise-wide assessment and Enterprise SPICE improvement
Towards an American Model of Criminal Process: The Reform of the Polish Code of Criminal Procedure
Authors: Roclawska Monika , Bulat Adam
Published: September 2014

In September 2013, the Polish Parliament passed an amendment to the Code of Criminal Procedure. The legislators decided to expand a number of adversarial elements present in current Polish criminal proceedings. When these changes come into effect (July 1, 2015), Polish criminal procedure will be similar to American regulations, in which the judge’s role is to be an impartial arbitrator, not an investigator.

The authors of the article describe the meaning of the principle of adversarial trial in Poland. They also emphasized relations between this principle and the concept of “material truth”. The changes established by the amendment are shown in perspective of the American definition of adversarial trial. The authors analyze the reform and attempt to predict the problems with new regulations in practice.
Unique Common Fixed Point Theorems for Pairs of Hybrid Maps under a New Condition in Partial Metric Spaces
Authors: Rao K. P. R. , Rao K. R. K.
Published: September 2014

In this paper, we introduce a new condition namely, ‘condition (W.C.C)’ and obtain two unique common fixed point theorems for pairs of hybrid mappings on a partial Hausdorff metric space without using any continuity and commutativity of the mappings.
Generalized Sasakian-Space-Forms with Projective Curvature Tensor
Authors: Sarkar A. , Akbar Ali
Published: September 2014

The object of the present paper is to study Ф-projectively flat generalized Sasakian-space-forms, projectively locally symmetric generalized Sasakian-space-forms and projectively locally Ф-symmetric generalized Sasakian-space-forms. All the obtained results are in the form of necessary and sufficient conditions. Interesting relations between projective curvature tensor and conformal curvature tensor of a generalized Sasakian-spaceform of dimension greater than three have been established. Some of these properties are also analyzed in the light of quarter-symmetric metric connection, in addition with the Levi-Civita connection. Obtained results are supported by illustrative examples.
Comparison of chemical compositions of essential oils isolated by hydrodistillation from wild thyme (Thymus serpyllum L.) with use of Deryng and Clevenger apparatus
Authors: Wesołowska Aneta , Grzeszczuk Monika , Jadczak Dorota
Published: September 2014

The aim of the studies conducted in 2012-2013 was to compare the chemical composition of essential oils isolated from wild thyme (Thymus serpyllum L.) by hydrodistillation in Deryng and Clevenger apparatus. GC-MS analysis of the isolated oils revealed that carvacrol (42.81-45.24%), γ-terpinene (7.68-9.04%), β-caryophyllene (5.28-9.10%), β-bisabolene (5.76-6.91%) and carvacrol methyl ether (4.92-6.09%) were the major components of all the samples. On the basis of the obtained data it was proved that the type of distillation apparatus had no significant effect on the content of the main essential oil constituents of wild thyme. However, based on the means for both years of the study it was proved that hydrodistillation in Deryng apparatus was more effective for carvacrol concentration, while in Clevenger apparatus - for y-terpinene and carvacrol methyl ether concentration. The type of distillation apparatus had no significant effect on the content of the other essential oil constituents.
Biological activities of Allium sativum essential oil against pulse beetle, Callosobruchus chinensis (Coleoptera: Bruchidae)
Authors: Chaubey Mukesh Kumar
Published: September 2014

Essential oil from Allium sativum was isolated and investigated for its repellent, insecticidal, ovipositional and egg hatching inhibition activities against pulse beetle, Callosobruchus chinensis (Coleoptera: Bruchidae). A. sativum essential oil repelled bruchid adults at a very low concentration in choice oviposition assay. A. sativum essential oil caused both fumigant and contact toxicity in C. chinensis adults in a concentration dependent manner. Oviposition potency of C. chinensis adults was reduced significantly when sublethal concentrations of A. sativum essential oil were applied by fumigation and contact method. In chronic toxic-ity assay, A. sativum essential oil reduced F1 progeny emergence, damage and weight loss in seeds. Findings of the present study suggest that A. sativum essential oil can be useful as promising agent in insect pest management programme.
Nonlinear Vibrations of Orthogonal Mechanism of Shaking Table
Authors: Bissembayev K. , Iskakov Z.
Published: September 2014

The dynamics of orthogonal mechanism in the presence of a shaking table of fixed cargo is studied. The focus is on the vibrational motion of the mechanism in slow-speed motor rotation. The analysis of the solutions for motion nonlinear equations showed that the angular velocity of the guiding link oscillates according to the harmonic law about a mean value. The character of changing its amplitude, depending on the weight of the cargo and the length of the guiding link, is determined. Dependence of the mean angular velocity on the motor torque is set.
Analysis of Links Positions in Landing Gear Mechanism
Authors: Brewczyński D. , Tora G.
Published: September 2014

This article contains a kinematic analysis of an aircraft chassis mechanism in a range of positions. The mechanism of the chassis is made up of several smaller subsystems with different functions. The first mechanism is used to eject the chassis before landing (touchdown) and fold it to hatchway after the lift off. The second mechanism is designed to perform rotation of the crossover with the wheel, in order to adjust the position of the wheel to fit it in the limited space in the hold. The third mechanism allows movement of the chassis resulting from the change in length of the damper. To determine the position of the following links of the mechanism calculus of vectors was applied in which unit vectors were used to represent the angular position of the links. The aim of the analysis is to determine the angle of convergence and the angle of heel wheels as a function of the variable length of hydraulic cylinder, length of the shock absorber, length of the regulations rods
Decision Optimization of Machine Sets Taking Into Consideration Logical Tree Minimization of Design Guidelines
Authors: Deptuła A. , Partyka M.A.
Published: September 2014

The method of minimization of complex partial multi-valued logical functions determines the degree of importance of construction and exploitation parameters playing the role of logical decision variables. Logical functions are taken into consideration in the issues of modelling machine sets. In multi-valued logical functions with weighting products, it is possible to use a modified Quine - McCluskey algorithm of multi-valued functions minimization. Taking into account weighting coefficients in the logical tree minimization reflects a physical model of the object being analysed much better
Motion Planning of a Novel 2-DOF Parallel Manipulator Applied as Driving Simulator of the Wheel Loader
Authors: Knapczyk J. , Tora G.
Published: September 2014

A novel parallel manipulator with 3 legs (2 actuated by linear actuators and one supporting pillar),which is applied in a wheel loader driving simulator, is proposed in this paper. The roll angle and the pitch angle of the platform are derived in closed-form of functions of the variable lengths of two actuators. The linear velocity and acceleration of the selected point and angular velocity of the moving platform are determined and compared with measurement results obtained in the respective point and in the body of the wheel loader. The differences between the desired and actual actuator displacements are used as feedback to compute how much force to send to the actuators as some function of the servo error. A numerical example with a proposed mechanism as a driving simulator is presented
Static and Dynamics of a Pump Impeller with a Balancing Device Part II: Dynamic Analysis
Authors: Martsinkovsky V.A. , Zhulyov A. , Kundera C.
Published: September 2014

This paper presents the theoretical study of the system comprising an impeller and a balancing device. It deals with the dynamic analysis of the system, i.e., the axial vibrations of the impeller, and the system stability. The dynamic analysis took into account linearized hydrodynamic forces and moments generated in the longitudinal clearances of the seals of the impeller. The theoretical analysis was supplemented with a numerical example with characteristics determined for a real single-stage centrifugal pump
Differential Kinematics Of Contemporary Industrial Robots
Authors: Szkodny T.
Published: September 2014

The paper presents a simple method of avoiding singular configurations of contemporary industrial robot manipulators of such renowned companies as ABB, Fanuc, Mitsubishi, Adept, Kawasaki, COMAU and KUKA. To determine the singular configurations of these manipulators a global form of description of the end-effector kinematics was prepared, relative to the other links. On the basis of this description , the formula for the Jacobian was defined in the end-effector coordinates. Next, a closed form of the determinant of the Jacobian was derived. From the formula, singular configurations, where the determinant’s value equals zero, were determined. Additionally, geometric interpretations of these configurations were given and they were illustrated. For the exemplary manipulator, small corrections of joint variables preventing the reduction of the Jacobian order were suggested. An analysis of positional errors, caused by these corrections, was presented
Item Nonresponse in Face-to-Face Interviews with Children
Authors: Haunberger Sigrid
Published: September 2014

This study examined item nonresponse and its respondent and interviewer correlates by means of a population-based, panel survey of children aged 8 to 11 who were surveyed using standardised, face-to-face interviews. Using multilevel, logistic analyses with cross-level interactions, this article aims to examine which effects of item nonresponse are subject to children as respondents or to the interviewers and the interview setting. Depending on the type of question, we found different effects for respondent and interviewer variables, as well as interaction effects between child age/interviewer age as well as child gender/interviewer gender. However, interviewer variance is for the most part not significant.
Optimizing Opt-Out Consent for Record Linkage
Authors: Das Marcel , Couper Mick P.
Published: September 2014

This article reports on a study testing the effects of different ways of administering an opt-out consent for record linkage in a probability-based Internet panel. First, we conducted cognitive interviews to explore reactions to a draft version of the opt-out consent text. Second, we conducted a two-factor experiment to test the effects of content manipulations and mode. The results indicate that the way in which respondents were informed did not have much effect on opting out. Results from a follow-up survey on attitudes regarding privacy, confidentiality, and trust, along with knowledge questions about the process of linking, showed no evidence that presenting the opt-out consent statement makes respondents more concerned about privacy. Knowledge about the aspects of record linkage is generally not high. When looking at long-term effects of sending an opt-out consent statement, we found no evidence that this leads to higher attrition or lower participation rates.
Access to Sensitive Data: Satisfying Objectives Rather than Constraints
Authors: Ritchie Felix
Published: September 2014

The argument for access to sensitive unit-level data produced within government is usually framed in terms of risk and the legal responsibility to maintain confidentiality. This article argues that the framing of the question may restrict the set of possibilities; a more effective perspective starts from the data owner’s principles and user needs. Within this principlesbased framework, the role of law changes: It becomes an ‘enabling technology’, helping to define the solution but playing no role in setting the objectives.

This shift in perspective has a number of consequences. The perception of ‘costs’ and ‘benefits’ is reversed. Law and established practice are distinguished and appropriately placed within a cost-benefit framework. The subjectivity and uncertainty in risk assessments is made explicit. Overall, all other things being equal, the expectation is that a move towards objective-based planning increases data access and improves risk assessment.

This alternative perspective also addresses the problem of the public-good nature of research outputs. It encourages the data owner to engage with users and build a case for data access taking account of the wider needs of society.

The UK data access regime is used as the primary example of the arguments in this article
A new species of Epidendrum (Orchidaceae) from Panama
Authors: Kolanowska Marta , Mystkowska Katarzyna
Published: September 2014

A new species of Epidendrum is described and illustrated based on Panamanian material. The new entity belongs to the E. nocturnum complex and is distinguished by its oblong-elliptic leaves and by lip shape.
Allometric scaling of marbofloxacin pharmacokinetics: a retrospective analysis
Authors: Yohannes S. , Hossain Md. Akil , Kim J.Y. , Lee S.J. , Kwak D.M. , Suh J.W. , Park S.C.
Published: September 2014

The association between physiologically dependent pharmacokinetic parameters (CLB, T1/2β, Vdss) of marbofloxacin and body weight was studied in eight animal species based on allometric equation Y = aWb, where ‘Y’ is the pharmacokinetic parameter, ‘W’ is body weight, ‘a’ is allometric coefficient (intercept) and ‘b’ is the exponent that describes relation between pharmacokinetic parameter and body weight. The body clearance of marbofloxacin has shown significant (P<0.0001) relation with size (Bwt) in various animal species. However, half-life and volume of distribution were not in association with body weight. Although half-life and volume of distribution were not in a good correlation with body weight, statistically significant association between the body clearance and body weight suggests validity of allometric scaling for predicting pharmacokinetic parameters of marbofloxacin in animal species that have not been studied yet. However further study considering large sample size and other parameters influencing pharmacokinetics of marbofloxacin is recommended.
In vivo inhibitory effect of Aloe vera gel on the ability of mouse parental splenic lymphocytes to induce cutaneous angiogenesis in recipient F1 mice
Authors: Skopiński P. , Lewicki S. , Bałan B.J. , Kocik J. , Zdanowski R. , Skopińska-Różewska E. , Siwicki A.K.
Published: September 2014

Lymphocyte-induced angiogenesis test (LIA) is a model of local graft-versus-host (GVH) reaction, marker of the earliest events resulting from activation of donor lymphocytes after contact with host semi-allogeneic histocompatibility antigens. The effect of in vivo oral administration of Aloe vera gel for 21 days to maternal strain (Balb/c) donor mice on the ability of their splenic lymphocytes to induce cutaneous angiogenesis (LIA test) in F1 Balb/c x C3H recipients, was studied.

Results: Neovascular reaction evaluated 72 hours after cells grafting was significantly lower in F1 mice grafted with lymphocytes collected from Aloe- fed donors, than in recipients of lymphocytes collected from respective controls. Conclusions: This observation opens the promise of safe and ethically acceptable possibility of use of Aloe vera gel in human donors in prevention of GVHD in recipients of bone marrow grafts.
Evaluation of reticulated platelets in dogs with breed-related thrombocytopenia
Authors: Żmigrodzka M. , Guzera M. , Winnicka A.
Published: September 2014

The aim of this study was to evaluate the percentage of reticulated platelets in healthy dogs with breed-related thrombocytopenia. Seventy two dogs, clinically healthy, were enrolled in the study. Blood was collected from the patients and anticoagulated with tripotassium ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (K3-EDTA) and sodium citrate. Platelet count was obtained by an impedance haematology analyser and platelet morphology was evaluated by examination of blood smears. Patients were allocated into two groups. Group 1 consisted of 30 dogs with normal platelet count, whereas group 2 was composed of 42 dogs with thrombocytopenia. Thrombocytopenia was present in both K3-EDTA and citrate blood samples. Patients with thrombocytopenia were divided into two subgroups: the first subgroup included dogs with platelet count in K3-EDTA anticoagulated blood from 100 to 200 x109/L, patients in the second subgroup had a platelet count of less than 100 x109/L.

The percentage of young reticulated platelets (RPs) labelled with thiazole orange, and the percentage of platelets coated with platelet surface-associated IgG, were determined in platelet-rich plasma (PRP) by a flow cytometer.

The mean percentage of RPs in K3-EDTA and citrate PRP was significantly higher in dogs with thrombocytopenia than in dogs with normal platelet count. The mean percentage of RPs was significantly higher in citrate PRP than in K3-EDTA PRP in all groups.

The results suggest that idiopathic, asymptomatic thrombocytopenia is not caused by platelet surface-associated IgG. Dogs with breed-related thrombocytopenia have a competent bone marrow.