bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
An overview of the diurnal cycle of the atmospheric boundary layer during the West African monsoon season: Results from the 2016 observational campaign
Authors: Kalthoff Norbert , Lohou Fabienne , Brooks Barbara , Jegede Gbenga , Adler Bianca , Babić Karmen , Dione Cheikh , Ajao Adewale , Amekudzi Leonhard K. , Aryee Jeffrey N. A. , Ayoola Muritala , Bessardon Geoffrey , Danuor Sylvester K. , Handwerker Jan , Kohler Martin , Lothon Marie , Pedruzo-Bagazgoitia Xabier , Smith Victoria , Sunmonu Lukman , Wieser Andreas , Fink Andreas H. , Knippertz Peter
Published: September 2017

Abstract. A ground-based field campaign was conducted in southern West Africa from mid June to the end of July 2016 within the framework of the Dynamics–Aerosol–Chemistry–Cloud Interactions in West Africa (DACCIWA) project. It aimed to provide a high-quality comprehensive data set for process studies, in particular into interactions between low-level clouds (LLCs) and boundary-layer conditions. In this region missing observations are still a major issue. During the campaign, extensive remote sensing and in-situ measurements were conducted at three supersites: Kumasi (Ghana), Savè (Benin) and Ile-Ife (Nigeria). Daily radiosoundings were performed at 06:00 UTC and 15 intensive observation periods (IOPs) were performed during which additional radiosondes were launched every 1.5 to 3 h. Remotely piloted aerial systems were also operated during the IOPs. Extended stratiform LLCs form frequently in southern West Africa during the night time and persist long into the following day. They affect the radiation budget and hence the evolution of the atmospheric boundary layer and regional climate. The relevant parameters and processes governing the formation and dissolution of the LLCs are still not fully understood. This paper gives an overview of the diurnal cycles of the energy-balance components, near-surface temperature, humidity, wind speed and direction as well as the conditions (LLCs, low-level jet) in the boundary layer at the supersites and relates them to synoptic-scale conditions (monsoon layer, Harmattan layer, African easterly jet, tropospheric stratification) in the DACCIWA operational area. The characteristics of LLCs vary considerably from day to day, including a few almost cloud-free nights. During cloudy nights we found large differences in the LLC's formation and dissolution times as well as in the cloud-base height. The differences exist at individual sites and also between the sites. The synoptic conditions are characterised by a monsoon layer with south-westerly wind, on average about 1.9 km deep, and easterly wind above; the depth and strength of the monsoon flow show great day-to-day variability. Within the monsoon layer, a nocturnal low-level jet forms in approximately the same layer as the LLC. Its strength and duration is highly variable from night to night. This unique data set will allow us to test some new hypotheses about the processes involved in the development of LLCs and their interaction with the boundary layer and can also be used for model evaluation.
Understanding in situ ozone production in the summertime through radical observations and modelling studies during the Clean air for London project (ClearfLo)
Authors: Whalley Lisa K. , Stone Daniel , Dunmore Rachel , Hamilton Jacqueline , Hopkins James R. , Lee James D. , Lewis Alistair C. , Williams Paul , Kleffmann Jörg , Laufs Sebastian , Heard Dwayne E.
Published: September 2017

Abstract. Measurements of OH, HO2, RO2i (alkene and aromatic related RO2) and total RO2 radicals taken during the ClearfLo campaign in central London in the summer of 2012 are presented. A photostationary steady-state calculation of OH which considered measured OH reactivity as the OH sink term and the measured OH sources (of which HO2+NO reaction and HONO photolysis dominated) compared well with the observed levels of OH. Comparison with calculations from a detailed box model utilising the Master Chemical Mechanism v3.2, however, highlighted a substantial discrepancy between radical observations under lower NOx conditions ([NO]  3 ppbv) the box model increasingly under-predicted total [RO2]. The modelled and observed HO2 were in agreement, however, under elevated NO concentrations ranging from 7–15 ppbv. The model uncertainty under low NO conditions leads to more ozone production predicted using modelled peroxy radical concentrations (~ 3 ppbv hr−1) versus ozone production from peroxy radicals measured (~ 1 ppbv hr−1). Conversely, ozone production derived from the predicted peroxy radicals is up to an order of magnitude lower than from the observed peroxy radicals as [NO] increases beyond 7 ppbv due to the model under-prediction of RO2 under these conditions.
Soil water content drives spatiotemporal patterns of CO2 and N2O emissions from a Mediterranean riparian forest soil
Authors: Poblador Sílvia , Lupon Anna , Sabaté Santiago , Sabater Francesc
Published: September 2017

Abstract. Riparian zones play a fundamental role in regulating the amount of carbon (C) and nitrogen (N) that is exported from catchments. However, C and N removal via soil gaseous pathways can influence local budgets of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and contribute to climate change. Over a year, we quantified soil effluxes of carbon dioxide (CO2) and nitrous oxide (N2O) from a Mediterranean riparian forest in order to understand the role of these ecosystems on catchment GHG emissions. In addition, we evaluated the main soil microbial processes that produce GHG (mineralization, nitrification, and denitrification) and how changes in soil properties can modify the GHG production over time and space. Riparian soils emitted larger amounts of CO2 (1.2–10 g C m−2 d−1) than N2O (0.001–0.2 mg N m−2 d−1) to the atmosphere attributed to high respiration and low denitrification rates. Both CO2 and N2O emissions showed a marked (but antagonistic) spatial gradient as a result of variations in soil water content across the riparian zone. Deep groundwater tables fueled large soil CO2 effluxes near the hillslope, while N2O emissions were higher in the wet zones adjacent to the stream channel. However, both CO2 and N2O emissions peaked after spring rewetting events, when optimal conditions of soil water content, temperature, and N availability favor microbial respiration, nitrification, and denitrification. Overall, our results highlight the role of water availability on riparian soil biogeochemistry and GHG emissions and suggest that climate change alterations in hydrologic regimes can affect the microbial processes that produce GHG as well as the contribution of these systems to regional and global biogeochemical cycles.
Interactions among students’ prior learning, aspiration, confidence and university entrance score as determinants of academic success
Authors: Rayner Gerry , Papakonstantinou Theo
Published: September 2017

We studied the effect grade aspiration, confidence in achieving that grade, prior learning and university entrance ranking had on first year biology students’ final grade. We hypothesised that (1) students with higher aspiration will achieve higher grades than those with lower aspiration; (2) students with prior biology learning will have a higher grade aspiration and a higher confidence of achieving that aspiration than those without such learning; (3) university entrance rank will impact students’ final grade; and (4) students with prior biology learning will achieve a higher final grade than those without such study. We found that Hypotheses 3 and 4 were supported, Hypothesis 2 was partially supported, and that Hypothesis 1 was unsupported. If these results reflect broader patterns - that undergraduate student grade aspiration is not a predictor of their subsequent final grade - then targeted information and curricula scaffolding must be provided to better align student aspirations with their actual academic achievement.
Non-renewable Resources and the Intergenerational Equity Problem in Saudi Arabia
Authors: King Norman Adamson Sigalla
Published: September 2017

This study examines the intergenerational equity problem of Saudi Arabia, a country that is highly dependent on oil, a non-renewable resource, for most of her income. The first part which is introductory covers the definition of the main concepts, the importance of energy and the Saudi Arabian economic trend. The second part covers oil production and the alternative and future strategies. The paper has articulated documentation as the major source of information, while maintaining review through thinking holistically as the drive to making analyses of the discussion. It is a case study design as it focuses on Saudi Arabia. The third part of the paper discusses the challenges to models, alternatives, and the impact of future price of oil. The paper concludes that managing an economy which has the strength of nonrenewable resource such as oil, need highly adept understanding of resource management while containing other industrial products to support the economy.
Conserving Core Competence of Company through Knowledge Management Strategy in PT. Perkasa (Group of PGN)
Authors: Wibawa Baskara Agung , Efendy Hady
Published: September 2017

In the increasingly fierce competition, companies need to know how to leverage the existing knowledge within their corporate organization as it exists across management ranks to increase their competitive advantage in the marketplace. Knowledge management is a branch of science that presents an integrated approach in identifying, capturing, evaluating, retrieving and sharing everything from a company's information assets. These assets include databases, documents, policies, procedures and expertise that have not been captured as well as experience in individual workers as individuals. There are two types of knowledge that is tacit and explicit knowledge. Knowledge management has many benefits for the company so there are many studies on the sources of knowledge, how knowledge management models are formed and some of the approaches used when implementing them: technology, human and mass media approaches. This study aims to design the implementation of knowledge management on employee performance with case studies at PT. Perkasa.
Impact of Contact Pressure on Breakdown Strength of Solid-Solid Interfaces
Authors: Kantar Emre , Panagiotopoulos Dimitrios , Ildstad Erling
Published: September 2017

Solid-solid interfaces are considered as weak points ofthe insulation since combination of two solid dielectricsincreases the risk of cavities and moisture at the interfaceagainst the tangential component of the applied electricalstress. The main objective of this paper is to investigatethe impact of the applied contact pressure on shrinkageof the size of cavities on the interface that leads toenhancement in the breakdown strength. Experimentalmeasurements of AC 50 Hz breakdown voltage of solidsolidinterfaces assembled under standard laboratoryconditions were conducted using two differentspecimens, namely XLPE and silicon rubber. For thesame applied contact pressure, breakdown strength ofXLPE-XLPE and silicon rubber-silicon rubber interfaceswere also analyzed to yield the influence of elasticitymodulus (softness) of the solid material on theeffectiveness of the applied pressure. Two differentlevels of contact pressures were applied for each type ofinterface and higher interfacial pressure (8.02→11.59bar) led to improved breakdown strength about 50% forXLPE-XLPE interface whereas the enhancement for themuch softer interface (i.e. silicon rubber) was about 7%under increasing pressure (1.34→2.67 bar).Additionally, breakdown strength of silicon rubberinterface was found to be higher than that of XLPEinterface around 53% at the same applied pressure.
Electric Field Grading Material Based on Thermally Reduced Graphene Oxide
Authors: Li W. , Gedde U.W. , Hillborg Henrik
Published: September 2017

Silicone rubber filled with low amounts of thermallyreduced graphene oxide exhibit non-linear conductivitywith exposed to increased electric fields. Such materialcan be interesting as electric field grading material inHVDC cable accessories. In this study graphene oxidewas thermally reduced (rGO) at 120 and 180 °C during12 hours in a hot air oven. The reduction was confirmedby TGA and FTIR. 3 wt.% rGO was then dispersed in asilicone rubber matrix and homogenous dispersion wasdemonstrated by the scanning electron microscopy. TherGO-filled silicone rubber (120 and 180 °C reduced)exhibited a non-linear resistivity when exposed to anincreasing electric (DC) field. The conductivitydecreased from 10^14 to 10^11 Ohm m when the electricfield increasing from 0.2 to 6 kV/mm. The onset of thenon-linear conduction occurred in the range of 1 – 2kV/mm. The long-term stability of the conductivity ofthe silicone rubber composite was tested. After 47 daysageing at 120 °C, therGO/silicone rubber compositeexhibited a slight increase in the onset of non-linearconduction, as well as a minor increase in resistivity.
Conductivity measurement of plaque samples obtained from the insulation of high voltage extruded cables
Authors: Ghorbani Hossein , Farkas Andeas , Hulden Pierre
Published: September 2017

Good understanding of insulation conductivity is ofgreat importance in development and design of highvoltage DC cables. Conductivity of polymeric insulationmaterials is a property which is quite sensitive to manyparameters such as temperature, electric field, chemicalcomposition, thermal history, morphology, etc.Therefore, due to different process history, the resultsobtained from pressed plaques are not necessarilyrepresentative of the insulation behavior in an extrudedcable. A method was developed to obtain samples fromHV cable in form of plaques with a thicknesses up to afew millimeters. Plaque samples were extracted fromtwo cables, their conductivity at high field wasmeasured and compared to those obtained from fullscaletests; the results, confirm a very good agreementbetween the small scale and full-scale measurements;this hints to a promising prospect for such small scalecharacterization techniques.
The Role of Film Processing in the Large-Area Dielectric Breakdown Performance of Nano-Silica-BOPP Films
Authors: Rytöluoto Ilkka , Lahti Kari , Ritamäki Mikael , Karttunen Mikka
Published: September 2017

This paper summarizes the effects of various compositional, structural and film processing factors on the breakdown behavior of laboratory- and pilot-scale melt-compounded bi-axially oriented polypropylene (BOPP) nanocomposite films with silica fillers. A selfhealing multi-breakdown measurement approach has been extensively utilized for large-area breakdown characterization of a large number of material variants from different processing trials. The results suggest that although the optimum level of silica presumably resides at the low fill-fraction range (~1 wt-%), the silica content itself is not the only determining factor, as compounds with equal silica content were found to exhibit large differences in the breakdown properties depending on the compounding and film processing steps. Dispersion quality and filler agglomeration (in both the nm- and μm-scale) appear to be of great importance. Indications of possible interaction between nano-silica and co-stabilizer Irgafos 168 are also presented. Overall, the laboratory- and pilot-scale film processing trials suggest that up-scaling of the polymer nanocomposite production is sensible with traditional melt-blending technology, although further development and optimization of nanocomposite formulations and processing is necessary.
Effect of High Voltage Impulses on Surface Discharge Characteristics of Polyethylene
Authors: Nikjoo Roya , Taylor Nathaniel , Edin Hans
Published: September 2017

This paper investigates the influence of high voltage impulses on the surface discharge characteristics of polyethylene (PE) during subsequent application of 50 Hz AC voltage. The investigation is done on two types of PE to examine the generality of the phenomena. The effect of impulses on the surface discharge features of PE are studied for both cases of having either a streamer or flashover. For each case, the consecutive surface discharges behave differently when the insulation has been exposed to the transient voltages. The effect of impulses on surface discharge of PE is shown by the change of PD numbers and phase-resolved PD patterns. The results show a prompt change in the total number of discharges which decays with the time. After a surface flashover has occurred due to the impulse, the PD behaves quite differently compared to the similar case without flashover.
Lightning exposure of Carbon Fiber Composites in wind turbine blades
Authors: Madesen Søren Find , Carloni Lisa
Published: September 2017

Wind turbines are more and more often erected in remote areas of the world, in order to exploit better wind conditions. In these areas the cost of failures and repairs can be substantial. For this reason ensuring the lightning performance of the turbines and especially of the blades has become very important.Modern blades are to a large extent manufactured using Carbon Fiber Composite (CFC) structural parts, due to the CFC’s excellent mechanical tensile strength and stiffness, combined with a light weight. However, Carbon Fiber Composites also exhibit highly anisotropic electric conductivities, which require special attention in terms of lightning protection, primarily in what concerns electrical bonding. The present paper presents the latest findings on how to include CFC materials in wind turbine blades into the lightning protection coordination, both in terms of engineering analysis using modern numerical tools, as well as with experimental validation in the lightning test facility. The paper is part of the EU funded project SPARCARB which started January 1st 2015 and which aims at exploring the details of lightning interactions with CFC materials, damage mechanisms, optimization of electrical/thermal properties by adjusting the chemical composition of resin, fiber sizing, weaving techniques, manufacturing processes, etc.
Electric Field and Potential Distribution in a 420 kV Novel Unibody Composite Cross-Arm
Authors: Jahangiri Tohid , Bak Claus Leth , Da Silva Faria , Endahl Brian
Published: September 2017

The use of uni-body composite cross-arm in a fully composite-based pylon is a new concept for the next generation of overhead transmission lines. The crossarm is stressed by phase-to-phase voltages except in two regions, which are stressed by phase-to-ground voltages caused by installation of shield wires. Due to a major difference between the novel cross-arm structure and traditional composite cross-arms, the electric field distribution in the uni-body composite cross-arm is of considerable interest. This paper presents and analyses the electric field distribution around and inside the hollow core uni-body cross-arm through which ground cable passes to connect the shield wires. Two different shed profiles are considered on the cross-arm and evaluated based on the guidelines of IEC 60815-3. The 2D geometry of pylon is modeled in ANSYS Finite Element Analysis package. The electric field and potential distribution along the pylon is graphically depicted and the effectiveness of assigned shed profiles in controlling the power frequency stresses are investigated in the areas with high field intensities.
Wideband Transfer Function Measurements on IGBTs for Active Gate Driver Design and Transient Studies
Authors: Rasmussen Tonny Wederberg
Published: September 2017

IGBTs (Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor) are used for power converters. For medium voltages about 3-60kV stacking of IGBTs is an interesting issue but lag of information from the data sheet makes it difficult to design active gate drivers. For these reason measurements of transfer functions has to be done fordifferent conditions in voltages and currents. In relation to this also the IGBTs reaction to applied frequencies and transients is investigated in different states. With the achieved information’s a model of the IGBT and hereby converters for transient studies can be made. With these studies parasitic components and their behavior can be included in the models. Studies onpassive components like DC capacitors have been done previoulsy. The paper describes the component theory inrelation to higher frequencies. A measurement system (10Hz -1MHz) is designed and described to being used for lab measurements in order to verify the theory. The IGBT SKM100GB123D from SEMIKRON is used for the investigation. Results from the measurements are given and analyzes with respect to the theory are done.
A Conduction-Cooled Superconducting Magnet System - Design, Fabrication and Thermal Tests
Authors: Song Xiaowei , Holbøll Joachim , Wang Qiuliang , Dai Yingming , Mijatovic Nenad , Wang Jiawei
Published: September 2017

A conduction-cooled superconducting magnet system with an operating current of 105.5 A was designed, fabricated and tested for material processing applications. The magnet consists of two coaxial NbTi solenoid coils with an identical vertical height of 300 mm and is installed in a high-vacuumed cryostat. A two-stage GM cryocooler with a cooling power of 1.5 W at 4.2 K in the second stage is used to cool the system from room temperature to 4.2 K. In this paper, the detailed design, fabrication, thermal analysis and tests of the system are presented.
A new test for exemplar theory: Varying versus non-varying words in Spanish
Authors: Pycha Anne
Published: September 2017

We used a Deese-Roediger-McDermott false memory paradigm to compare Spanish words in which the phonetic realization of /s/ can vary (word-medial positions: bu[s]to ~ bu[h]to ‘chest’, word-final positions: remo[s] ~ remo[h] ‘oars’) to words in which it cannot (word-initial positions: [s]opa ~ *[h]opa ‘soup’). At study, participants listened to lists of nine words that were phonological neighbors of an unheard critical item (e.g., popa, sepa, soja, etc. for the critical item sopa). At test, participants performed free recall and yes/no recognition tasks. Replicating previous work in this paradigm, results showed robust false memory effects: that is, participants were more likely to (falsely) remember a critical item than a random intrusion. When the realization of /s/ was consistent across conditions (Experiment 1), false memory rates for varying versus non-varying words did not significantly differ. However, when the realization of /s/ varied between [s] and [h] in those positions which allow it (Experiment 2), false recognition rates for varying words like busto were significantly higher than those for non-varying words like sopa. Assuming that higher false memory rates are indicative of greater lexical activation, we interpret these results to support the predictions of exemplar theory, which claims that words with heterogeneous versus homogeneous acoustic realizations should exhibit distinct patterns of activation.
Root cause analysis of pseudohyperkalemia in a patient with focal segmental glomerulosclerosis: A case report
Authors: Talluri Sriharsha , Talluri Satish C
Published: September 2017

Pseudohyperkalemia, also known as factitious or spurious hyperkalemia, is predominantly due to hemolysis during the collection process of the specimen. Pseudohyperkalemia is a condition in which the falsely elevated potassium can cause significant clinical dilemma as patients may be given unnecessary and harmful treatment for hyperkalemia. In addition, pseudohyperkalemia can also mask hypokalemia resulting in patients potentially not receiving adequate potassium replacement. Thus, it is pivotal for clinicians and laboratory personnel to have a high index of suspicion for this condition in order for the patient to receive appropriate treatment. We present a case of pseudohyperkalemia without obvious hemolysis due to the use of a 23-gauge needle blood draw in a patient with stage IV chronic kidney disease from focal segmental glomerulosclerosis.
A Multilevel Comprehensive Assessment of International Accreditation for Business Programmes-Based on AMBA Accreditation of GDUFS
Authors: Jiang Yong
Published: September 2017

Traditional mathematical methods built around exactitude have limitations when applied to the processing of educational information, due to their uncertainty and imperfection. Alternative mathematical methods, such as grey system theory, have been widely applied in processing incomplete information systems and have proven effective in a number of fields. In this study, an assessment indicator system is developed, based on the MBA programme of Guangdong University of Foreign Studies (GDUFS), through statistics building on the initial indicators of the Association of MBA’s assessment system for MBA programmes. The proposed system assesses the accredited indicators of the GDUFS’ MBA programme using grey comprehensive evaluation methodology. The results accord with the actual situation, supporting the accuracy of the assessment model, research theory and methodology. In addition, this paper analyses and sorts degrees of satisfaction for programme indicators, with the adoption of the grey correlation analysis method, to provide a basis for decision-making.
Tripled Coincidence Point Results for $(\psi,\varphi)$-weakly Contractive Mappings in Partially Ordered S-matric Spaces
Authors: Gholidahneh Abdolsattar , Sedghi Shaban
Published: September 2017

In this paper, the notion of $ S $-metric spaces will be introduced. We present a some tripled coincidence point results for a mixed $ g $-monotone mappings $ F : X^{3} \rightarrow X $ satisfying $ (\psi,\varphi) $-contractions in partially ordered complete $ S $-metric spaces. Also an application and some example are given to support our results.
Geef programmeringsorganen toch maar een kans
Authors: van Hoesel Peter
Published: September 2017

Geef programmeringsorganen toch maar een kans

In deze bijdrage reageert de auteur op het essay van Frans de Haan en Jan-Maarten van Sonsbeek: Beleidsevaluaties: meer dan een ritueel! (BO september 2017).
Hemangiopericytoma – a case report of a rare tumour of the parapharyngeal space
Authors: Cybulska Klaudia , Jarosz Małgorzata , Rzepakowska Anna , Niemczyk Kazimierz
Published: September 2017

Introduction: Hemangiopericytoma is a mesenchymal tumour originating from pericytes surrounding the capillary
vessels. The etiology of this tumour is still unknown. It may be located in any part of the human body. The most common
sites are pelvis and lower limbs and less often it occurs in the head and neck. The characteristic signs of hemangiopericytoma
are slow growth regardless of the malignancy level and high vascularity. Surgical excision of the tumour
with additional radiotherapy is the treatment of choice.
Case report: A symptom presentation and diagnostic-therapeutic process in a 71-year-old woman admitted to the
Department of Otolaryngology of the Medical University of Warsaw due to increasing bilateral nasal obstruction and
dysphagia is herein described. Diagnostic imaging showed highly vascularized tumour in the parapharyngeal space
also obstructing the left side of the nasopharynx.
After evaluation, tumour resection from the external approach was planned and performed, followed by an uncomplicated
postoperative course. Histopathological examination revealed hemangiopericytoma. The patient was qualified
for adjuvant radiotherapy. She stays under observation with no signs of recurrence since surgery.
Conclusions: Hemangiopericytoma is a rare tumour with a wide variety of clinical presentations and a relapse-free
survival that is difficult to predict. Long-lasting asymptomatic tumour growth results in late diagnosis. Imaging and
primarily, histopathological examination are fundamental for the diagnostic process. The best outcome is observed
after radical surgical treatment. In order to reduce the risk of recurrence, additional radiotherapy is advised. Local recurrence may appear years after finished treatment, therefore long-term follow-up is essential.
Clinical manifestations of granulomatosis with polyangiitis (GPA) in dermatology and otolaryngology
Authors: Ziuzia Laura , Dobrzyński Paweł , Sobolewski Piotr , Walecka-Herniczek Irena
Published: September 2017

The diseases caused by vasculitis are rare. The difficulties in diagnosis may be due to this low frequency, as well as to
rather slow development and various symptoms and locations of the symptoms. In the diagnosis of the vasculitis one
should consider all of the clinical features, for they may include diagnostic criteria for various clinical entities.
Chcą nas zmienić w reliefy i rzeźby...
Authors: Cembrzyńska Patrycja
Published: September 2017

They Want to Change Us into Reliefs and Sculptures...

This article discusses a role of war memorials in popularizing militarism, war bravery and the idea of dying for the homeland. Following Krzysztof Varga (a writer) and Krzysztof Wodiczko (a visual artist), the monumental structures of national memory become here a subject of critical reflection. They both show the deadly hypnotizing power of memorials over people. To this end, they create an oneiric reality, in which the sacred objects of national tradition come to life and “vampirize” the would-be patriots. The task of the hypnotic and critical style of interpreting memorials is, as it is proved, “to demilitarize” (“disarm”) our culture.
– „...kupa gruzów, kupa trupów, wielkie szambo, wielka dziura wypełniona czarną krwią”. Powstańcze fantazje w Kinderszenen Jarosława Marka Rymkiewicza
Authors: Jazienicki Zbigniew
Published: September 2017

The article focuses on the memory practices activated in Jarosław Marek Rymkiewicz’s Kinderszenen, an essay devoted to the Warsaw Uprising. The text refers to Klaus Theweleit’s Male Fantasies analyzing the language of male soldiers, and examines the work of the same linguistic logic which determines the way in which the events in the capital are presented. The Nazification of memory involves here the demonstration of obscenity of the uprising and recognizing it as constitutive to the national identity. The purpose of the text is to capture the relationship between shaping collective memory and creating “genogenic” imaginarium integrating the Polish community.
Pamięć rewolucji 1905 roku po upadku PRL: wykluczanie z narodowej tradycji i próby nowej interpretacji
Authors: Kwiatkowski Piotr Tadeusz
Published: September 2017

From the outset, the 1905 revolution was a place of conflict of memory revealing
the political and social divisions existing in the Polish society. In the interwar period
(1918–1939), three “legends” were formed: the left assessed the revolution positively and
highlighted the relevance of its experiences, the ruling camp emphasized the independence
dimension, and the right strongly criticized the revolution. After 1989 the conflict was
renewed. The objective of the right-wing communities and parties influencing the historical
policy of the state is to exclude the 1905 revolution from the national tradition and remove
its symbols from public space. For the left-wing representatives, who are the minority, the
years 1905–1907 are an important collective experience that requires a new interpretation
and commemorating.
„Czy śnimy jakiś chorobliwy sen?”. Integracjoniści wobec pogromów Żydów na ziemiach polskich w XIX wieku
Authors: Kołodziejska-Smagała Zuzanna
Published: September 2017

Using the integrationist press reaction towards the pogroms of the early 1880s as
a background, the author tries to show the impact of the pogrom in Białystok in 1906 on the
integrationist milieu. The article analyzes both the Polish-Jewish literature and press articles
as well as the way they depicted the Białystok pogrom. The Polish-Jewish reaction has been
juxtaposed with opinions published in the Polish press.
THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE CONSUMER CREDIT MARKET
THROUGH THE LENS OF BEHAVIORAL ECONOMICS
Authors: Yevchuk Liudmyla
Published: September 2017

The consumer credit market develops activelyin Ukraine in last time. Behavioraleconomicsexplains
that decrease of realincomes is not its cause. Increase of loan supply
and competent advertising that had been based on human psychology is its cause. People
spend most of loan for satisfaction of desire to be comply with certain society standards
to have expensivethings, but not essential commodities.
THE MODERN APPROACHES TO CALCULATION
OF COSTS IN
THE ROAD PLANNING OF TRANSPORT
ENTERPRISE
Authors: Kirichok Oleksandr , Turcheniuk Mykola
Published: September 2017

The article deals with the theoretical basis of motor transport enterprise (MTE)
planning. The methods of produces process financial planning MTE have been considered.
Considerable attention is paid to lighting methods of plan economic activities,
cost calculation and cost planning activities MTE, developing the company's financial
plan. The approaches to substantiation measures aimed at ensuring the stability of
financial activity have been ordered.
THE WAYS OF IMPROVING OF FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR
INNOVATION ENVIRONMENTALLY ORIENTED ENTERPRISES
Authors: Navrotskyi Ruslan
Published: September 2017

The article deals with the problems of the financial environmentally oriented activities.
In the article the structure of capital investments of Rivne region of environmental
protection has been investigated. The features of financing environmentally
oriented companies have been learned. Much attention is paid to the activities of venture
capital funds and collective investment.
THE ІNSTITUTSІONALІZM - SCIENTIFIC PLATFORM FOR
IMPROVING
OF LAND MANAGEMENT
Authors: Garazha Yelena
Published: September 2017

The problems of institutional theory of land management were taking into account.
The common trends in the concept of the institute in land management system have been
identified. The modern concept of land economy and its role in land management have
been argumented. The bases of the implementation of institutional theory in land management
have been defined and the future prospects of research have been identified
THE FEATURES OF FORMATION OF CREATIVE PERSONALITY OF
THE FUTURE TEACHER IN HIGHER EDUCATION
Authors: Yakovyshyna Tetyana , Sarnavska Oksana
Published: September 2017

The article analyzes the objectives and expected outcomes of higher education in today's
rapidly developing society. The conditions and features of formation of a higher
education institution of the creative person of the future teacher have been investigated.
Disclosed conditions to improve the quality of university education and the transition to
creative teaching techniques.
Return to Work after Surgical Treatment of Coxarthrosis by Total Cementless Hip Arthroplasty
Authors: Drobniewski Marek , Borowski Andrzej , Krasińska Magdalena , Sibiński Marcin , Synder Marek
Published: September 2017

Summary
Background. Total hip arthroplasty is currently commonly used in surgical treatment of advanced hip osteoarthritis of various aetiologies. Studies show that the number of these procedures has been growing every year, which is associated with global population ageing. The aim of the study was to assess return to work in patients after surgical treatment by arthroplasty due to hip osteoarthritis.
Material and methods. The study assessed 114 patients of productive age who underwent surgery due to advanced hip osteoarthritis. The mean age was 49.9 years in women and 52.2 years in men. All patients included in this retrospective study underwent clinical and radiographic assessment prior to arthroplasty and at the last out-patient follow-up visit. The patients’ occupational status and the time of return to work after surgery were also assessed. The results of this clinical study were analysed according to the Merle d’Aubigne-Postel classification (modified by Charnley). Preoperative radiographs were assessed according to the Kellgren-Lawrence classification. The radiographs served to assess the position of the endoprosthesis, including both the acetabular component and the stem. The results were statistically analysed.
Results. Pre-operative assessment classified all cases as poor both clinically and radiographically. The post-operative outcomes were excellent in 71 cases (61.7%), good in 37 cases (32.2%) and fair in 7 cases. No case was classified as poor. The mean improvement was 6.6 points and reached the level of statistical significance. Radiographic evaluation did not reveal evidence of aseptic implant loosening and confirmed
a normal seat of endoprosthetic components within the Lewinnek safe zone in each case. Only 75 (65.8%) of the study participants worked before the procedure. After the treatment was completed, 67 (58.8%) study patients took up employment. The mean duration of sick leave was 138.6 days and 21 patients were receiving rehabilitation benefits.
Conclusions. 1. Total hip arthroplasty is a valuable method of surgical treatment of advanced coxarthrosis of various aetiologies in patients of productive age. 2. Most patients who worked before the surgery return to work in the same position and work time. 3. Only dysplastic coxarthro­ses have an unfavourable prognosis with respect to starting or resuming work after surgery.
The Challenges of Monoaxial Bone Transport in Orthopedics and Traumatology
Authors: Bisaccia Michele , Rinonapoli Giuseppe , Meccariello Luigi , Caraffa Auro , Cukierman Bartosz , Iborra Julio Ribes
Published: September 2017

Background. Bone defects represent the main challenging problem for the orthopedic surgeon and, consequently, they increase the duration of hospitalization, risk of complications and health expenditures. The aim of our observational, descriptive and retrospective study is to evaluate the outcomes of patients treated with a mo­nolateral external fixator for bone defects greater than 3 cm.
Material and methods. Between January 2003 and January 2013, 21 patients were treated at our center by bone transfer with a monolateral external fixator. The main etiologies were trauma in 17 cases (80.9%) and tumors in 4 cases (19.1%). Mean follow-up was 5 years for non-union and 3 years for tumors. Our clinical evaluation was based on ASAMI (Association for the Study ad Application of the Methods of Ilizarov) scores during this follow-up period.
Results. The functional outcomes, based on ASAMI scores, were excellent in 12 cases, good in 7 and poor in 2.
Conclusion. 1. A review of the literature related to our experience shows that bone transport is an effective tech­nique to repair loss of bone in the lower limbs. The use of a system of external fixation enables corrective actions throughout the treatment that can be in­dividualized on a case-by-case basis. In our experience, the LRS fixator (Orthofix) is a sta­ble, easy-to-use and very handy device. 2. In situations where soft tissue reconstruction procedures are needed, the size and shape of the splint should be such as not to constitute an obstacle. Fur­thermore, the use of pins rather than transfixation wires eliminates the risk of neuro / vascu­lar injury such as may occur during the application of a circular fixator. 3. The analysis of the cases presented here indicates that where possible the technique of bone transport produces good results and can often salvage the limb. Amputation should be reserved only for cases where the general and / or local preoperative status indicate that the surgeon can expect a poor result or when the compliance of the patient is determined to be inadequate.
Hip Dysfunction in Patients with Femoroacetabular Impingement
Authors: Górska-Płóciennik Katarzyna , Domżalski Marcin
Published: September 2017

This paper summarizes hip disorders caused by femoroacetabular impingement. This pathomechanical process, which is associated with bone deformity, is one of the most commonly diagnosed causes of pain and dysfunction of the hip. It also often leads to decrease in the quality of life and osteoarthritis. Patients with hip joint impingement exhibit a restricted range of motion, thickening of the hip capsule, muscle weakness and compensatory changes in loading patterns, which affects the biomechanics of the entire lower extremity. Therefore, treatment of femoroacetabular impingement should not only involve surgical correction of the deformity, but also physiotherapy serving to eliminate soft tissue restrictions and pathological movement patterns.
Effects of Topical Tamoxifen on Wound Healing of Burned Skin in Rats
Authors: Mehrvarz Shaban , Ebrahimi Ali , Sahraei Hedayat , Bagheri Mohammad Hasan , Fazili Sima , Manoochehry Shahram , Rasouli Hamid Reza
Published: September 2017

Background This study aimed to assess the effects of the topical application of tamoxifen on wound healing of burned skin in Wistar rats by evaluating 3 healing characteristics: fibrotic tissue thickness (FTT), scar surface area (SSA), and angiogenesis in the healed scar tissue.

Methods Eighteen male Wistar rats were used in this study. A third-degree burn wound was made on the shaved animals’ back, measuring 2×2×2 cm. In the first group, a 2% tamoxifen ointment was applied to the wound twice daily for 8 weeks. The second group received a placebo ointment during the same period. The third group did not receive any treatment and served as the control group.

Results The median (interquartile range=[Q1, Q3]) FTT was 1.35 (1.15, 1.62) mm, 1.00 (0.95, 1.02) mm, and 1.25 (0.8, 1.5) mm in the control, tamoxifen, and placebo groups, respectively (P=0.069). However, the FTT in the tamoxifen group was less than in the placebo and control groups. The median angiogenesis was 3.5 (3.00, 6.25), 8.00 (6.75, 9.25), and 7.00 (5.50, 8.25) vessels per high-power field for the control, tamoxifen, and placebo groups, respectively (P=0.067). However, the median angiogenesis was higher in the tamoxifen group than in the control group. No significant difference was observed in the mean SSA between the tamoxifen group and the control group (P=0.990).

Conclusions Local application of tamoxifen increased angiogenesis and decreased the FTT, with no change in the SSA in burned skin areas. These effects are expected to expedite the wound healing process, reducing contracture and preventing hypertrophic scar and keloid formation.
The Anconeus Muscle Free Flap: Clinical Application to Lesions on the Hand
Authors: Jeon Byung-Joon , Jwa Seung Jun , Lee Dong Chul , Roh Si Young , Kim Jin Soo
Published: September 2017

Background It can be difficult to select an appropriate flap for various defects on the hand. Although defects of the hand usually must be covered with a skin flap, some defects require a flap with rich blood supply and adequate additive soft tissue volume. The authors present their experience with the anconeus muscle free flap in the reconstruction of various defects and the release of scar contractures of the hand.

Methods Ten patients underwent reconstruction of the finger or release of the first web space using the anconeus muscle free flap from May 1998 to October 2013. Adequate bed preparations with thorough debridement or contracture release were performed. The entire anconeus muscle, located at the elbow superficially, was harvested, with the posterior recurrent interosseous artery as a pedicle. The defects were covered with a uniformly trimmed anconeus muscle free flap. Additional debulking of the flap and skin coverage using a split-thickness skin graft were performed 3 weeks after the first operation.

Results The average flap size was 18.7 cm2 (range, 13.5–30 cm2). All flaps survived without significant complications. Vein grafts for overcoming a short pedicle were necessary in 4 cases.

Conclusions The anconeus muscle free flap can be considered a reliable reconstructive option for small defects on the hand or contracture release of the web space, because it has relatively consistent anatomy, provides robust blood supply within the same operative field, and leads to no functional loss at the donor site.
A Rare Case of Kimura Disease with Bilateral Parotid Involvement
Authors: Woo Soo Hyun , Kim Han Koo , Kim Woo Seob , Bae Tae Hui , Kim Mi Kyung
Published: September 2017

Kimura disease is a rare idiopathic chronic inflammatory disorder. It typically presents in the head and neck area, whereas bilateral involvement is unusual. Its diagnosis requires it to be differentiated from other inflammatory diseases and from head and neck tumors. Treatment methods include conservative management, steroid administration, radiotherapy, and surgery; however, no single treatment of choice has been established. Herein, we report an unusual presentation of Kimura disease with bilateral parotid involvement. This case was treated by surgical excision.
Two-Blade Guillotine Technique for Nipple Graft Harvest
Authors: Wong Allen Wei-Jiat , Chew Khong-Yik , Tan Bien-Keem
Published: September 2017

The nipple-sharing technique for nipple reconstruction offers excellent tissue matching. The method used for nipple graft harvesting determines the quality of the graft and hence, the success of nipple sharing. Here, we described a guillotine technique wherein the nipple is first transfixed with 2 straight needles to stabilise it. Two No. 11 blades are then inserted in the center and simultaneously swept outwards to amputate the distal portion of the nipple. This technique provides good control, resulting in a very evenly cut base. The recipient bed is deepithelialized thinly, and the nipple graft is inset with interrupted 8-0 nylon sutures under magnification. Being a composite graft, it is protected with splint dressings for 6 weeks, and the dressing is regularly changed by the surgeon. The height of the nipple grafts ranges from 4 to 8 mm. This technique was performed in 9 patients with an average follow-up of 2.9 years (range, 1–4.5 years). Apposition between the nipple graft and its bed is crucial for the success of this technique. When correctly applied, we observed rapid revascularization of the graft.
An exploratory pilot study of mechanisms of action within normative feedback for adult drinkers
Authors: Kuerbis Alexis , Muench Frederick J. , Lee Rufina , Pena Juan , Hail Lisa
Published: September 2017

Background. Normative feedback (NF), or receiving information about one’s drinking compared to peer drinking norms, is one of the most widely used brief interventions for prevention and intervention for hazardous alcohol use. NF has demonstrated predominantly small but significant effect sizes for intention to change and other drinking related outcomes. Identifying mechanisms of action may improve the effectiveness of NF; however, few studies have examined NF’s mechanisms of action, particularly among adults.

Objective. This study is an exploratory analysis of two theorized mechanisms of NF: discrepancy (specifically personal dissonance—the affective response to feedback) and belief in the accuracy of feedback.

Method. Using Amazon’s Mechanical Turk, 87 men (n = 56) and women (n = 31) completed an online survey during which they were asked about their perceptions about their drinking and actual drinking behaviors. Then participants were provided tailored NF and evaluated for their reactions. Severity of discrepancy was measured by the difference between one’s estimated percentile ranking of drinking compared to peers and actual percentile ranking. Surprise and worry reported due to the discrepancy were proxies for personal dissonance. Participants were also asked if they believed the feedback and if they had any plans to change their drinking. Mediation analyses were implemented, exploring whether surprise, worry, or belief in the accuracy of feedback mediated severity of discrepancy’s impact on plan for change.

Results. Among this sample of adult drinkers, severity of discrepancy did not predict plan for change, and personal dissonance did not mediate severity of discrepancy. Severity of discrepancy was mediated by belief in the accuracy of feedback. In addition, viewing one’s drinking as a problem prior to feedback and post-NF worry both predicted plan for change independently.

Conclusions. Results revealed that NF may not work to create personal dissonance through discrepancy, but belief in the accuracy of feedback may be important. It appears the more one believes the feedback, the more one makes a plan for change, suggesting practitioners should be mindful of how information within feedback is presented. Findings also indicate NF may work by validating a preexisting perception that drinking is a problem instead of creating concern related to discrepancy where none existed. Limitations regarding generalizability are discussed.