bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Mapping Melodrama: Global Theatrical Circuits, Parsi Theater, and the Rise of the Social
Authors: Hansen Kathryn
Published: May 2016

This essay documents the transnational circulation of Victorian domestic melodrama and its adaptation to Indian theatrical practice, through the example of The Colleen Bawn, one of Dion Boucicault’s most successful works. Using the historical South Asian newspaper archives, the study traces the introduction of melodrama and modern stagecraft into India via the Lewis Company, an enterprising Anglo-Australian family troupe. The drama’s performance history and reception are charted as it traveled from Calcutta to Simla and Bombay. Its subsequent translation and reworking in the Parsi theater, in the form of Bholi Jan, the Gujarati-language version authored by K.N. Kabraji, reveal the highly productive role of melodrama in the South Asian environment. From melodrama developed the “social”, a distinct genre centered on women, the family, and the tensions of modernity. Domestic melodrama’s shape and meaning were thus recast in the new location, leaving a legacy of great importance to the evolution of modern theater and cinema in Indian languages.
The surgical treatment of patients with colorectal cancer with metastases in the next organs and tissues
Authors: Тананян  , Tananyan A.
Published: May 2016

The article presents the results of a comprehensive approach in the surgical treatment of patients with colorectal cancer complicated by acute or partial intestinal obstruction and metastases in the next organs and tissues. In cases of acute intestinal obstruction, surgery was carried out in the first 2-4 hours after admission for treatment at the clinic, according to the indications of observation in the hospital, at different times after admission to hospital in a planned manner. In the surgical treatment of colorectal cancer with metastasis to nearby lymph nodes and adjacent organs and tissues, single-stage surgery was performed to remove the tumor en bloc together with sites metastatic organs and tissues. During the period of post-operative rehabilitation of all patients received appropriate intensive rehabilitation treatment aimed at prevention of septic complications, using antibacterial drugs, with the restoration and normalization of water and electrolyte balance, and protein, the active maintenance of the functions of vital organs and systems. Treatment of colorectal cancer complicated by colonic obstruction and metastases, with differentiated approach can serve as prevention of probability of a favorable outcome of the immediate and long-term results.
Study of pharmacists’ opinions on the organization of medical and рharmaceutical care for patients with chronic skin diseases and subcutaneous tissue on the example of the tula region
Authors: Каверина  , Kaverina E. , Фомина  , Fomina A.
Published: May 2016

Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue account for 3.8% in the structure of total morbidity. Tula region is among the five leaders in the diseases of skin and subcutaneous tissue in the Central Federal District. This study was examined a medical and pharmaceutical care to patients with chronic diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue. Pharmacists give expert assessment of the situation. In the Tula region 40 pharmacists and pharmacy staff were interviewed because they have direct contact with pharmacy visitors. Chronic skin disease was examined on the example of psoriasis, eczema and atopic dermatitis. These diseases are characterized by a prolonged course, with periods of recurrence and remission. Chronic diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue significantly reduce the quality of life of patients and are accompanied by long-term medication. Patients with these diseases are frequent visitors to pharmacies, so it is important to study the opinions of specialists with pharmaceutical education on the organization of medical and pharmaceutical care for patients with atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, and eczema.
Genetic markers 1-year outcome of myocardial infarction with St-segment elevation
Authors: Солодун  , Solodun M.
Published: May 2016

Aim: to analyze the prognostic value of gene polymorphisms ACE (D/I), SLCO1B1 (Val174Ala), LIPC (C514T), CYP2C19*2, CYP2C19*3, ADRB1 (Ser49Gly), ADRB1 (Arg389Gly) of patients with ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI). Materials and methods: 145 patients with STEMI from 45 to 75 years of age were involved into the study. All patients were prescribed all recommended preparations improving prognosis (statins, angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors, beta-blockers, clopidogrel as part of dual antiplatelet therapy) from the first day of hospitalization. To determine gene polimorphismspolimerase chain reactionwas used. Prognosis was assessed by a combined endpoint, including cardiovascular mortality, nonfatal myocardial infarction, unplanned revascularization of coronary arteries and hospitalization for unstable angina, throughout 12 months. Results. The II genotype of the polymorphic gene ACE (I / D) is a predictor of the 12-month STEMI fa-vorable outcome. Allele Ser of the polymorphic gene ADRB1 Ser49Gly is associated with an increased incidence of adverse cardiovascular events within 12 months after STEMI. Gene polymorphisms SLCO1B1 (Val174Ala), CYP2C19*2, CYP2C19*3, ADRB1 (Arg389Gly), LIPC (C514T) does not affect the 12-month forecast after STEMI. Conclusions. Genotyping of ACE (I /D) and ADRB1 Ser49Gly can be used to assess the long-term prog-nosis and effectiveness of pharmacotherapy STEMI by means of personalizing it.
Scandix pecten-veneris L. (Apiaceae) in the Małopolska Upland (S Poland) – regional changes in the distribution and population resources of declining weed species
Authors: Łazarski Grzegorz
Published: May 2016

The paper presents results of the inventory of localities of Scandix pecten-veneris L. in the Małopolska Upland conducted after 2000. The existing population resources were estimated and current distribution of the species in the Małopolska Upland and Poland was showed. Some threats to this species as well as conservation prospects were discussed.
Thermophilous fringe communities as an indicator of vegetation changes: a case study of the “Murawy Dobromierskie” steppe reserve (Poland)
Authors: Szygendowski Tomasz , Brzeg Andrzej
Published: May 2016

In this paper, changes of the non-forest xerothermic vegetation of the “Murawy Dobromierskie” steppe reserve which occurred in the period 1993-2012 are examined. The material comprises 50 relevés, of which 43 date from 2012 and the other 7 - from 1993. Reléves were arranged in 5 analytic tables. A synoptic table was also compiled, and for each syntaxonomical species group distinguished, values of the cover coefficient (C), the collective group share index (G), and the systematic group value (D) were estimated and compared. On the basis of the obtained results, a significant decline in abundancy and/or constancy was observed within the following groups: Ch. Artemisietea vulgaris, Ch. Cirsio-Brachypodion pinnati, Ch. Festuco-Brometea, Ch. Geranion sanguinei, Ch. Koelerio-Corynephoretea, and Ch. Origanetalia and Trifolio-Geranietea sanguinei, whereas for the taxa of the Rhamno-Prunetea, a notable increase in the share of the reserve vegetation was recorded. A sizeable expansion of the moss layer was also observed in this period. The results are discussed with special regard to differences in the methodical background of both field studies.
The Problematic Concept of Possession in the DCFR: Lessons from Law and Economics of Possession
Authors: Chang Yun-chien
Published: May 2016

The concept of possession in law has been a complicated one for hundreds of years, and many civil codes are complex in their own idiosyncratic ways. (Draft) Common Framework of Reference is no exception, and it even contains arguably one of the most complicated possession stipulations ever. This article first summarizes the gist of each chapter in a new book the author edited,
Longitudinal studies on adolescents in Hong Kong: a review
Authors: Shek Daniel T.L. , Ng Catalina S.M.
Published: May 2016

A literature review based on PsycINFO and MEDLINE was conducted to understand longitudinal adolescent studies in Hong Kong. Based on a review of 23 studies, several observations can be highlighted. First, there are very few positive youth development programs. Second, many intervention studies have not been rigorously evaluated. Third, many survey studies focused primarily on the negative aspects of youth development, neglecting the positive dimensions. Fourth, while the sample size of most studies is respectable, very few studies used random sampling. Fifth, most studies used quantitative research methods, with very few studies using qualitative or mixed research methods. Sixth, only two waves of data were collected in most studies. Seventh, advanced statistical data analysis techniques were seldom employed. Finally, assessment tools in some of the studies were not validated.
40  Gb/s DWDM Structure with Optical Phase Configuration for Long-Haul Transmission System
Authors: Lin Hsiu-Sheng , Lai Po-Chou
Published: May 2016

We propose the experimental transport of 48 channels with 40 Gbit/s dense wavelength-division multiplexing (DWDM) system that uses single-mode fiber (SMF) in combination with dispersion compensation fiber (DCF) which is a dispersion compensation device, in C and L band wavelength range to solve the dispersion program. The DWDM system scheme employing single Mach–Zehnder modulation (MZM) return-to-zero differential phase-shift keying (RZ-DPSK) modulation format with hybrid Raman/EDFA (Erbium-doped fiber amplifier) configuration to improve transmission signal, and employing an optical phase conjugation (OPC) configuration in the middle line. That can compensate for dispersion impairment and improve nonlinear effects to investigate transmission distance performances.
Crystal structure of catena-poly[tetraaqua(μ2-4,4′(E)-ethene-1,2-diyldipyridine-κ2
N:N′)nickel(II)] bis(6-methyl-2-oxo-1,2-dihydro-pyridine-4-carboxylate) pentahydrate, C26H42N4O15Ni
Authors: Li Guan Feng , Liu Qiu Xia , Li Rong Fang , Feng Xun
Published: May 2016

C26H42N4O15Ni, triclinic, P1̅ (no. 2), a = 6.9662(8) Å, b = 9.0381(10) Å, c = 13.4863(15) Å, α = 71.430(1)°, β = 79.568(1)°, γ = 85.621(1)°, V = 791.44(15) Å3, Z = 1, R
gt
(F) = 0.0377, wR
ref
(F
2
) = 0.1312, T = 293(2) K.
Translation elicits a growth rate‐dependent, genome‐wide, differential protein production in Bacillus subtilis
Authors: Borkowski Olivier , Goelzer Anne , Schaffer Marc , Calabre Magali , Mäder Ulrike , Aymerich Stéphane , Jules Matthieu , Fromion Vincent
Published: May 2016

Complex regulatory programs control cell adaptation to environmental changes by setting condition‐specific proteomes. In balanced growth, bacterial protein abundances depend on the dilution rate, transcript abundances and transcript‐specific translation efficiencies. We revisited the current theory claiming the invariance of bacterial translation efficiency. By integrating genome‐wide transcriptome datasets and datasets from a library of synthetic gfp‐reporter fusions, we demonstrated that translation efficiencies in Bacillus subtilis decreased up to fourfold from slow to fast growth. The translation initiation regions elicited a growth rate‐dependent, differential production of proteins without regulators, hence revealing a unique, hard‐coded, growth rate‐dependent mode of regulation. We combined model‐based data analyses of transcript and protein abundances genome‐wide and revealed that this global regulation is extensively used in B. subtilis. We eventually developed a knowledge‐based, three‐step translation initiation model, experimentally challenged the model predictions and proposed that a growth rate‐dependent drop in free ribosome abundance accounted for the differential protein production.
REDESAIN JABATAN DAN KEPUASAN KERJA: STUDI PADA GABUNGAN KELOMPOK TANI (GAPOKTAN)
Authors: Muafi Muafi , Wijayani Ari
Published: May 2016

The purpose of this study is to understand the impact of the need to redesign the position of Gapoktan’s management towards job satisfaction. This research is a survey research using qualitative approach. The data were collected using interviews, photos, and notes in the field. Populations in this research are stakeholders (Gapoktan committee, farmers, government) who also become a key participant in Hargobinangun, Kaliurang Sleman Daerah istimewa Yogyakarta. The Gapoktan committee’s participant is 5 person, the government is 3 person, and farmers group is 4 person. The result conclude that a position can be redesigned if the job in that position was used to improve the work method, minimize failure and mistakes, eliminate the work load handling that is unnecessary and work duplication, reduce the fatigue, improve the responsibility, and eventually can increase job satisfaction of the management. All of that can be analyzed by job description and job specification which attached to of each management so that eventually the job satisfaction of the management can be improved.
Supply Chain Performance Improvement Strategy Through Quality of Synergy in The Automotive Components Industry
Authors: Purwani Tri , Nurcholis Lutfi
Published: May 2016

The purpose of this study were 1) develop a new concept of Bilateral Symmetry, which is the ability of similarity based on transparency and standardization, 2) conduct empirical testing and analyzing the effect of bilateral symmetry to the improved supply chain performance through quality of synergy in industrial automotive components. The study population includes the entire automotive component industry in Indonesia. This study used sample of 105 respondents using purposive sampling method to comply with the AMOS program. The study result shows that the ability of similarity standardization and the ability of the similarity of transparency have positive significant impact on the quality of synergy, and quality of synergy have positive significant impact on the supply chain performance. In addition, from the results of hypothesis testing found two strategies that can improve supply chain performance with 1) increasing the ability of similarity standardization and 2) improve transparency through quality of synergy.

Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah mengembangkan konsep baru bilateral symmetry, yang merupakan kemampuan kesamaan berdasarkan transparansi dan standarisasi, dan melakukan pengujian empiris dan menganalisis pengaruh simetri bilateral untuk peningkatan kinerja rantai pasokan melalui kualitas sinergi pada komponen otomotif industri. Populasi penelitian meliputi seluruh industri komponen otomotif di Indonesia. Penelitian ini menggunakan sampel 105 responden dengan menggunakan metode purposive sampling dan dianalisis dengan program AMOS. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa kemampuan kesamaan standarisasi dan kemampuan kesamaan transparansi berdampak signifikan positif pada kualitas sinergi, dan kualitas sinergi berdampak signifikan positif terhadap kinerja rantai pasokan. Selain itu, dari hasil pengujian hipotesis menemukan dua strategi yang dapat meningkatkan kinerja supply chain dengan meningkatkan kemampuan kesamaan standarisasi dan meningkatkan transparansi melalui kualitas sinergi.
Factors Affecting Customer Loyalty of Fitness Centers: An Empirical Study
Authors: Suwono Livia Vania , Sihombing Sabrina Oktaria
Published: May 2016

Awareness of healthy lifestyle in society is increasing day by day. Therefore, the fitness centers more motivated to focus on these business opportunities. Hence, it is important for companies to understand how to satisfy consumers to obtain consumer loyalty. Main variables were applied to predict customer loyalties areswitching cost, customer value, physical environment, and customer satisfaction. Data was collected through questionnaires distribution to students at private university in Tangerang. Data then was analyzed to by applying multipleregressionswith SPSS software. The results showed that there are three hypotheses are supported. The hypothesis is the relationship between switching cost and customer value, the relationship between customer value and customer satisfaction, and the relationship between customer satisfaction and customer loyalty. There is a hypothesis that is not supported, namely the relationship between the physical environment and customer satisfaction. This study also provides a discussion and offers direction for further research.

Kesadaran akan hidup sehat dalam masyarakat semakin meningkat. Oleh karenaitu, perusahaan-perusahaan pusat kebugaran termotivasi untuk focus pada peluang bisnis ini. Dengan demikian, pemahaman akan kepuasan konsumen yang dapat menjadikan konsumen semakin loyal adalah penting bagi perusahaan. Penelitian ini focus pada variable biaya perpindahan, nilai yang diterima konsumen, lingkungan fisik, dan kepuasan konsumen dalam memprediksi loyalitas konsumen. Data dikumpulkan melalui penyebaran kuesioner pada mahasiswa di sebuah universitas swasta. Data kemudian dianalisis dengan menggunakan regresi berganda. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa terdapat tiga hipotesis yang didukung. Hipotesis tersebut adalah hubungan antara biaya perpindahan dan nilai yang diterima konsumen, hubungan antara nilai yang diterima konsumen dan kepuasan konsumen, dan hubungan antara kepuasan konsumen dan loyalitas konsumen. Terdapat satu hipotesis yang tidak didukung, yaitu hubungan antara lingkungan fisik dan kepuasan konsumen. Penelitian ini menyampaikan pembahasan dan arah atas penelitian selanjutnya.
A Qualitative Analysis Into The Strategic Priorities of The Indonesian Bank Industry
Authors: Ridloah Siti
Published: May 2016

This research paper investigates present day strategic priorities employed by large (foreign exchange) banks in Indonesian banking industry. The research used ‘idea networking’ of the mission statements of banks as the means to identifying a handful of priorities. The population comprised commercial banks in Indonesia. Foreign exchange banks in Indonesia were chosen as a sample of this study .The study was conducted in 2014. The research method utilized in this study is qualitative clustering through idea networking. In this method, the idea statements were extracted and linked to each other to produce diagrams resulting in clusters of statements that were generalized into priorities. The finding from this study is that Indonesian banks have six main priorities of “service excellence”, “prudent corporate governance”, “innovative”, “customer segmentation focus”, “professionalism” and “social responsibility”. This, undoubtedly, provides some insight into the potential threats to the Indonesian bank industry as well as an agenda for change.

Penelitian ini mengkaji mengenai prioritas strategik pada bank-bank besar (valuta asing) dalam industri perbankan Indonesia. Penelitian ini menggunakan ‘idea networking’ dari pernyataan misi bank sebagai sarana untuk mengidentifikasi beberapa prioritas. Populasi terdiri atas bank komersial di Indonesia. Bank valuta asing di Indonesia dipilih sebagai sampel penelitian ini. Penelitian ini dilakukan pada tahun 2014. Metode penelitian yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah qualitative clustering melalui ‘ide networking’. Dalam metode ini, pernyataan ide diekstraksi dan dihubungkan satu sama lain untuk menghasilkan diagram yang menghasilkan kelompok pernyataan yang digeneralisasikan ke dalam prioritas. Temuan dari studi ini adalah bahwa perbankan Indonesia memiliki enam prioritas utama “pelayanan prima”, “tata kelola perusahaan yang bijaksana”, “inovatif”, “focus segmentasi pelanggan”, “profesionalisme” dan “tanggung jawab sosial”. Hal ini, tidak diragukan lagi, memberikan beberapa wawasan ke dalam potensi tantangan terhadap industri perbankan Indonesia serta agenda perubahan.

JEL Classification G3, G32
Preclinical evaluation of the AR inhibitor enzalutamide in triple-negative breast cancer cells
Authors: Caiazza Francesco , Murray Alyson , Madden Stephen F , Synnott Naoise C , Ryan Elizabeth J , O’Donovan Norma , Crown John , Duffy Michael J
Published: May 2016

The androgen receptor (AR) is present in approximately 80% of invasive breast cancer patients and in up to 30% of patients with triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC). Therefore, our aim was to investigate the targeting of AR as a possible hormonal approach to the treatment of TNBC. Analysis of 2091 patients revealed an association between AR expression and poor overall survival, selectively in patients with the basal subtype of breast cancer, the vast majority of which are TNBC. IC50values for the second-generation anti-androgen enzalutamide across 11 breast cancer cell lines varied from 4 µM to >50 µM. The activity of enzalutamide was similar in TN and non-TN cell lines but was dependent on the presence of AR. Enzalutamide reduced clonogenic potential and cell growth in a 3D matrix in AR-positive cells. In addition, enzalutamide also inhibited cell migration and invasion in an AR-dependent manner. Enzalutamide appeared to mediate these processes through down-regulation of the transcription factors AP-1 and SP-1. The first-generation anti-androgen flutamide similarly blocked cell growth, migration and invasion. AR-positive TNBC cells clustered separately from AR-negative cells based on an androgen-related gene expression signature, independently of TNBC subtype. We conclude that targeting of the AR with drugs such as enzalutamide may provide an alternative treatment strategy for patients with AR-positive TNBC.
Actividad empresarial y suelo industrial = Business activity and industrial land
Authors: G. Rabanal Nuria , Benito del Pozo Paz
Published: May 2016

Para conocer la capacidad de un país o región para crear actividad industrial es necesario hacer referencia a la política industrial y al papel del sector público. Este trabajo, en primer lugar, presenta una revisión de la literatura económica sobre las características de la política industrial española en el marco de la Unión Europea. En este contexto, aborda específicamente la situación de la Comunidad Autónoma de Castilla y León y muestra algunos datos cualitativos sobre las características del suelo industrial de la provincia de León.

To understand the capacity of one country or region in the creation of industrial activity is necessary to make reference to industrial policy and the role played by public action. In the first part, the paper presents a revision of the main literature about characteristics of Spanish industrial policy under the European Union framework. In this context, focusing inthe specific region of Castilla y León paper shows some qualitative dates about profileof companies in the León province according to size criteria.
La industria agroalimentaria leonesa: un replanteamienti estratégico = The agro-food industry in León: a strategic reassessment
Authors: Macías Vázquez Alfredo
Published: May 2016

León cuenta con una importante diversidad y riqueza de recursos agroalimentarios a escala local. La industria alimentaria debe constituirse en un eje central de la estrategia de desarrollo provincial. En el marco de las transiciones posindustriales, la industria agroalimentaria está experimentando una renovación sustancial de los factores que explican la evolución de la competitividad y los procesos de desarrollo de dicha industria. Priorizar la industria agroalimentaria desde la perspectiva de la calidad territorial permitiría ensamblar los procesos de desarrollo económico y territorial.

Leon has locally an important diversity and richness of agro-food resources. The food industry should become a strategic aim of the provincial development strategy. As part of the post-industrial transition, the food industry is undergoing a substantial renovation of the factors that explain the evolution of competitiveness and development processes of the industry. Prioritize the food industry from the perspective of territorial quality would join the processes of economic and territorial development.
Accidental organophosphate poisoning in a child in Uyo, Nigeria: a public health alert
Authors: Ijezie Echey , Megbelayin Fadekemi , Edem Kevin , Ijezie Augustina Elochukwu
Published: May 2016

Organophosphates are often constituents of pesticides and insecticides. Some of these products are sold by unregistered vendors on the streets and in market places in sub-Saharan Africa. When purchased, and improperly stored, children may easily have access to, and inadvertently consume them. The clinical features of organophosphate poisoning include diarrhoea, diaphoresis, urination, miosis, bronchorrhoea, bronchospasm, bradycardia, emesis, lacrimation and salivation. Atropine administration is an important cornerstone of the management of this condition, with a good outcome in this instance. A case of organophosphate poisoning is herein reported to illustrate the effect of the predisposing factors to accidental childhood poisoning. It is hoped that this will help make an urgent case to raise public awareness on the prevention of accidental childhood poisoning, as well as the enforcement of regulations on the production, labeling, distribution and sale of these organophosphate compounds.
DESAIN SISTEM KONTROL TEMPERATUR UNTUK TIPE PEMANAS DENGAN RESISTANSI RENDAH
Authors: Jatmika Agus Budi , H.S. D.J. Djoko
Published: May 2016

Telah didesain sistem kontrol temperatur untuk tipe pemanas dengan resistansi rendah (10 mΩ). Kontrol pemanasan dilakukan dengan menggunakan transfomator untuk menghasilkan tegangan pangkal yang rendah dan arus tinggi, sedangkan algoritma sistem kontrol dikembangkan berdasarkan metode tuning PID Ziegler-Nichols. Faktor koreksi untuk parameter PID dari hasil metode Ziegler-Nichols digunakan untuk mereduksi nilai overshoot akibat laju pemanasan yang lebih cepat. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa sistem yang dirancang dapat bekerja pada tiap nilai set point temperatur yang diberikan meliputi 150, 160, 170, 180, 190 dan 200 0C dengan waktu respon sekitar 150 sekon dan rata-rata standar deviasi sekitar 0,61 %. Sedangkan hasil pengujian sistem terhadap gangguan menunjukkan bahwa waktu relaksasi yang dibutuhkan sistem untuk menjadi stabil berlangsung sekitar 30 sekon.
Food Adulteration in Switzerland: From 'Ravioli' over 'Springbok' to 'Disco Sushi'
Authors: Hubner Philipp
Published: May 2016

The driving force behind food adulteration is monetary profit and this has remained unchanged for at least the last hundred years. Food adulterations were and still are difficult to uncover because they occur mostly in an unpredictable and unexpected way. Very often food falsifiers
take advantage of modern technology in such a way that food adulterations are difficult or sometimes even impossible to detect. Targets for food adulteration were and still are highly priced food items such as spirits, meat, seafood and olive oil. Although difficult to detect, food adulterations
were in the past strong driving forces for the development of adequate detection methods in the official food control laboratories and for the enforcement of the food law. A very prominent example in this context is the 'Ravioli scandal' in Switzerland in the late 1970s which showed that cheap
second-class meat could be processed into products without being discovered for long time. As a consequence the official food control laboratories in Switzerland were reinforced with more laboratory equipment and technical staff. With the introduction of new detection principles such as DNA-based
analytical methods new kinds of food adulteration could and can be uncovered. Analytical methods have their limits and in some cases of food fraud there are no analytical means to detect them. In such cases the examination of trade by checking of accounts is the method of choice.
Lactic Acid Bacteria as Markers for the Authentication of Swiss Cheeses
Authors: Lüdin Petra , Von Ah Ueli , Rollier Deborah , Roetschi Alexandra , Eugster Elisabeth
Published: May 2016

The manufacture of traditional Swiss-type cheeses adheres to strict rules, so as to guarantee quality and purity of the end product. This raises production costs and means consumers pay more. It also opens the door to cut-rate forgeries claiming to be made to the stringent standards
and causing considerable economic losses to the entire dairy sector. In order to combat product counterfeiting, Agroscope has developed proof-of-origin cultures that allow the identification of copycats. Carefully selected lactic acid bacteria, having uniquely located insertion sequence elements,
are proliferated by fermentation and subsequently dried by lyophilization. The proof-of-origin culture is added during the cheese production process and sustains maturation. These so-called 'biological markers' can be traced using polymerase chain reaction (PCR) methods, which allow authentication
even if the cheese is cut into pieces or grated. They do not lead to any alteration of the cheese's taste or texture, and are compatible with the strict 'protected designation of origin' (PDO) specifications. The proof-of-origin cultures are used for the protection of several traditional Swiss-cheese
varieties, such as Emmental PDO, Tête de Moine PDO, and Appenzeller®. A market survey of Emmental PDO showed that the system is effective in revealing fraud and has the power to enforce corrective measures.
Les résultats scolaires des collégiens bénéficient-ils des réseaux ambition réussite ?
Authors: Caille Jean-Paul , Davezies Laurent , Garrouste Manon
Published: May 2016

Les réseaux ambition réussite ( rar ) sont un dispositif d’éducation prioritaire mis en place en France entre 2006 et 2011. Pour y être éligible, un collège devait scolariser au moins 67 % de ses élèves issus de catégories socioprofessionnelles défavorisées et au moins 10 % d’élèves ayant redoublé au moins deux fois à la rentrée de sixième. Près de 3 % des collégiens bénéficient des rar . L’évaluation d’un tel dispositif se heurte à deux biais. D’une part, le mode de sélection des établissements dans le programme fait que les élèves scolarisés en rar réussiraient moins bien, en moyenne, que les autres, y compris en l’absence du dispositif. D’autre part, le collège n’est pas le niveau d’analyse adéquat, dans la mesure où les élèves peuvent s’autosélectionner dans le dispositif. Pour évaluer au niveau de l’élève l’effet causal du programme rar sur les résultats et les trajectoires scolaires à la fin du collège, nous utilisons une méthode de régression sur discontinuité et une base de données exhaustive et originale. Nous ne trouvons pas d’effet global de la scolarisation en rar sur les performances scolaires à la fin du collège. Cette absence d’effet moyen pourrait être due à des effets différenciés selon les caractéristiques des élèves.
Reliability Assessment of Bridge Column under Accidental Impact
Authors: Marková Jana , Jung Karel
Published: May 2016

It is shown that alternative procedures for probabilistic assessment of design impact forces given in EN 1991-1-7 leads to similar results. The impact forces are up to three times greater than the recommended indicative values given in the main text of EN 1991-1-7. Provided that no other safety measures are undertaken, the structures designed for recommended lower bound of impact forces may have insufficient reliability. Application of the upper limit of impact forces should be recommended for key bridges where the bridge columns are situated near road intersections or in the adverse configuration of the terrain.
Long-Term Monitoring of Composite Bridge across Odra River on the D47 Freeway
Authors: Zich Miloš , Daněk Petr , Slánský Bohuslav
Published: May 2016

The article presents the results and analysis of long-term monitoring of the bridge across the Odra River on the D47 freeway in the Czech Republic near Ostrava. Structural system of this bridge is formed by a continuous composite box girder with spans from 49 to 102 m. Total length of the bridge is 402 m. The bridge was equipped by strain gauges and force sensors during the construction. The monitoring has been kept on for 10 years. The measured values are compared with the results of calculations.
Nonlinear Response of Approach Slab on Cyclic Loading
Authors: Laco Kamil , Borzovič Viktor , Gajdošová Katarína
Published: May 2016

The approach slab is in the terms of structural behaviour an area element with interaction with a subsoil, where one of its edge is connected thru the hinge on the abutment of the bridge. In a simplified structural schemes it is possible to model this slab element with a hinged connection to the abutment and the subsoil interaction is represented by a spring area under the approach slab. More difficult approach of modelling the reinforced concrete slab and the subsoil interaction is by 3D soil elements with the properties of soil embankment.
In both cases of those linear approaches exists few imperfections, which does not represent the real behaviour. Load from the traffic acts on the slab cyclic. Therefore special problems occur in modelling of those transition areas. By crossing vehicles and its acting in time, continuous consolidation of the soil under the approach slab is being in progress. It can possibly cause creation of the void and consequently loss of a contact between the slab and subsoil.
The paper deals with modelling of the reinforced concrete approach slab and the soil interaction with a nonlinear soil element, and also response of the slab on the cyclic load. All these effects can cause changes in structural scheme, and therefore changes in a strain of the slab member. The model is trying to describe the subsoil consolidation in time. In a connection with that fact, the fatigue failures of the approach slab are examined too.
Solar Fuels from CO2 Photoreduction over Nano-Structured Catalysts
Authors: Sahoo Prakash Chandra , Martha Satyabadi , Parida Kulamani
Published: May 2016

The image of CO2 is turning quickly because there are increasing attempts to consider it as resources for hydrocarbon based fuels rather a green house gas. Owing to the limited amount of non-renewable readily available energy sources, the paradigm of energy supply is changing from conventional energy sources to inexhaustible renewable sources such as sunlight, wind, tidal energy. But the current scientific interest is concentrated in the efficient recycling of CO2 from a waste combustion product into a solar fuel by photo reduction method that can be used within the current energy infrastructure. Solar energy as direct solar irradiations is excessively available and it is imperious to utilize it for solar fuel products. In other words, solar to chemical conversion by photo-reduction process is an effective route. Moreover, fuels from solar energy are complementary to solar to electrical energy conversion, but there is still intense research is needed before its successful commercialization. Solar fuels produced from CO2 in comparison with H2 are analyzed and it is seen that these solar-hydrocarbons fuels involves easy transportation and storage than H2 fuel. Photoreduction of CO2 is considered as one of the scientific challenges and has been carried out by different photocatalysts. But the nanostructured photocatalyst owing to their unique optical and electrical property are gaining much attention. Several nanostructured semiconductor photocatalyst such as: metal oxides, heterojunctions, porous materials, layered materials, materials with hierarchical structure, and nanobiocatalysts are acknowledged as good candidate for CO2 photo reduction. This technology not only provides an alternative way to produce the sustainable fuels, but also convert the waste CO2 into valuable chemicals, which is important for keeping our environment clean and sustainable. However, there are still several limitations present in the process of CO2 photoreduction and various strategies have been developed to overcome them. Numerous efforts are required to improve the competence of the photo reduction reaction by developing the novel and efficient photocatalyst with considerable activity, high reaction selectivity. In this chapter, we have summarized several scientific attempts that lead to the design of efficient nanocatalysts for CO2 photo reduction along with their mechanistic pathways.
Photochemical Removal of Pesticides: A Review
Authors: Goel Mukesh , Seepana Muralimohan
Published: May 2016

In the current era where pesticides play a vital role in one’s everyday life, large quantities of various pesticides some of which are highly toxic are being used routinely by industries and consumers. Extensive use of these chemicals provides greater risk to plants, animals and human population which has been reviewed from time to time. Apart from the biological degradation, photochemical removal holds considerable promise for the abatement of these pesticides in wastewaters. This paper reviews the photochemical degradation of pesticides. It is evident from the review that removal depends on several factors such as pH of the solution, catalysts loading, initial concentration of the pesticides, support based catalysts or suspended catalysts, light intensity and so on and so forth. Since the pesticides are ubiquitously present in the wastewaters, photochemical technology seems imperative to alleviate the pollution problems associated with the pesticides. However, commercial application of this technology has to be clearly assessed.
Vibrations in High Speed Boring Process of Bioengineering Polymers
Authors: Mamalis Athanasios G. , Tokhtar G. , Lavrynenko Sergiy
Published: May 2016

At the present time the polymers are reliable and effective alternative to more traditional materials for many applications especially for bioengineering. Achievement of high quality biopolymeric components demands particular conditions for the machining process and its control. This report is devoted to method for operation control of the high speed cutting process by measurement of vibrating acceleration.
Dynamic Interfacial Phenomena at Water-Magnetic Fluid System Subject to Alternating Magnetic Field
Authors: Nakanishi Masato , Sudo Seiichi , Nishiyama Hideya
Published: May 2016

Responses of a magnetic fluid interface adsorbed on a small permanent magnet in water container subjected to an alternating magnetic field were studied with a high-speed video camera system. The directions of the external alternating magnetic field were parallel and anti-parallel to that of the permanent magnet. It was found that the interface of water-magnetic fluid responds to the external alternating magnetic field in elongation and contraction with Rosensweig instability at the interface. Frequency characteristics of the interface response of water-magnetic fluid system subjected to alternating magnetic field were revealed over a wide frequency band experimentally.
Optimal Design of a Servo Motor for Energy-Saving in Oil Hydraulic System of Machine Tools
Authors: Hwang Chang Chou , Liu Cheng Tsung , Chang Chia Ming
Published: May 2016

This paper presents a permanent magnet synchronous serve motor (PMSSM) to replace an induction motor (IM) in the oil hydraulic system in machine tools to drive a pump for supplying the oil. The proposed is designed to meet not only the machine performance, such as higher average torque per volume of magnet usage and the efficiency, and lower torque ripple, but also the energy-saving policy. The motor is optimized using the fuzzy-based Taguchi method. Finally, the proposed motor is installed in the machine tools for measurement, and compared with the tradition machine tools installed with IM.
Comparison of Three Different In-Wheel SMPM Motor Configurations Based on the Urban NEDC
Authors: Krasopoulos Christos , Beniakar Minos , Kladas Antonios G.
Published: May 2016

Design optimization of traction motors for light electric vehicles over an operating point is an adequate way of achieving higher overall efficiency under a standard driving scheme of the vehicle. However, this work proves that a direct comparison of similar candidates regarding efficiency values under a predetermined operating point does not yield sufficient information on the economy achieved on a specific driving pattern per candidate. This paper presents a comparative study on three similar surface mounted permanent magnet in-wheel motor configurations. On a first step, these configurations are compared in terms of efficiency and performance over one operating point. On a second step, efficiency maps of the designs under study are utilized to provide a wider picture of their efficiency attributes. On the final step, the three configurations are simulated driving a prototype light electric vehicle in the Urban part of the New European Driving Cycle and the results are discussed.
Comparison of Thin Film Modules Productivity for Building Integration
Authors: Stoyanov Ludmil , Zarkov Zahari , Notton Gilles , Lazarov Vladimir
Published: May 2016

This paper compares thin film photovoltaic technologies’ productivity for different installation sites and surface positions. The aim is to guide architects to increase the energy yield during the design of buildings with integrated photovoltaic panels by providing information on the appropriate inclination and orientation of the panels. Meteorological data from ten sites from the Equator to the Arctic Circle are used. Two types of input solar radiation (extraterrestrial and real) are referenced, from horizontal to an arbitrary oriented surface, and are introduced in Durisch’s model to estimate the energy production for various surface inclinations and orientations. Thus 3D surfaces are obtained which allows the architects to choose an appropriate compromise between the aesthetic and the practical.
Reducing the Losses in the Electrical Power System of Kosovo by Implementation of New Type of Transformers in the Power Distribution System
Authors: Shaqiri Rexhep
Published: May 2016

This paper contains a strategy to minimize the power losses in the electrical distribution network of Kosovo. In order to develop the strategy, a model was constructed to simulate an electrical distribution network, and different parameters were included that helped in estimation of the technical power losses in the medium voltage (MV) distribution network. The main objective of this paper is to present approach to minimize technical and non-technical losses in power systems. The analysis of the Kosovo electric power system was performed by means of PSS/E 3.3 software. The results indicate options for reduction of the loses by replacement of old type of transformers and preparation of the MV system for upgrade and change the voltage level from 10 kV to 20 kV. As a first step new 110/10kV transformers can be installed, designed to be reconnected in the future to 110/20kV.
Influence of the Ventilation Apertures on Low Voltage Switchboard Heating
Authors: Yatchev Ivan , Hadzhiev Ivan , Malamov Dian
Published: May 2016

The paper presents a computer model, developed in the software programme Comsol, for studying the influence of the ventilation apertures on low voltage (LV) switchboard heating. Results have been obtained, concerning the distribution of the LV switchboard thermal field and air velocity field in cases of closed LV switchboards and switchboards with ventilation apertures both at natural and forced ventilation. The influence of the ventilation apertures location, as well as of the air velocity at forced ventilation, on heating the current carrying circuits in the LV switchboard has been studied.
A Fast-Converging Algorithm for the Efficiency Optimization of Vector Controlled Induction Motor Drives Based on a Hybrid Magnetic Flux Controller Architecture
Authors: Alexandrou Alexandros , Kladas Antonios G.
Published: May 2016

The paper introduces a magnetic flux control algorithm for the minimization of losses in Induction Motor (IM) drives. The proposed methodology accounts for search time delays and IM model deficiencies and has been applied to minimize power losses. The controller is validated on an IM prototype and offers improved transient response.
Western Cape Primary Care Assessment Tool (PCAT) study: Measuring primary care organisation and performance in the Western Cape Province, South Africa (2013)
Authors: Bresick Graham F. , Sayed Abdul-Rauf , Le Grange Cynthia , Bhagwan Susheela , Manga Nayna , Hellenberg Derek
Published: May 2016

Background: Major health sector reform and the need for baseline measures of performance to determine impact.Aim: Baseline audit of primary healthcare (PHC) performance.Setting: Cape Town and Cape Winelands (rural) PHC facilities (PCFs) in Western Cape Province, South Africa.Method: The South African cross-culturally validated ZA PCAT to audit PHC performance on 11 subdomains associated with improved health and reduced costs. Adult PCF users systematically sampled. All full-time doctors and nurse practitioners in PCFs sampled and all PCF managers in sub-districts sampled invited into the study.Results: Data from 1432 users, 100 clinicians and 64 managers from 13 PCFs in 10 sub-districts analysed (figures show stakeholder percentages scoring subdomain performance ‘acceptable to good’). 11.5% users scored access ‘acceptable to good’; community orientation and comprehensive services provided 20.8% and 39.9%, respectively. Total PHC score for users 50.2%; for managers and practitioners 82.8% and 88.0%, respectively. Among practitioners access was lowest (33.3%); PHC team (98.0%) and comprehensive services available (100.0%) highest. Among managers, access (13.5%) and family centredness (45.6%) are lowest; PHC team (85.9%) and comprehensive services available (90.6%) highest. Managers scored access, family centredness and cultural competence significantly lower than practitioners. Users scored comprehensive services available, comprehensive services provided and community orientation significantly lower than practitioners and managers.Conclusion: Gaps between users’ experience and providers’ assessments of PHC performance are identified. Features that need strengthening and alignment with best practice, provincial and national, and health policies are highlighted with implications for practitioner and manager training, health policy, and research.
Morphological traits, DELTA system, and molecular analysis for Gibellula clavispora sp. nov. from China
Authors: Chen Wan-Hao , Han Yan-Feng , Liang Zong-Qi , Zou Xiao
Published: May 2016

Gibellula clavispora, a new fungus collected in Changbai Mountain of Jilin Province, China, is illustrated and described based on morphological traits, the DELTA (DEscription Language for TAxonomy) system, and molecular analysis.Gibellula clavispora is characterized by
cylindrical synnemata, aspergillate conidiophores with an apical vesicle, obovoid metulae (8.6–10.8 × 2.2 μm), clavate phialides (5.4–6.5 × 1.1–2.2 μm), distinctly clavate conidia, and the absence of Granulomanus-synanamorphic conidiogenous cells.
Pleurothecium bicoloratum & Sporidesmiopsis pluriseptata spp. nov. from Brazil
Authors: Monteiro Josiane Santana , Gusmão Luis Fernando Pascholati , Castañeda-Ruiz Rafael F.
Published: May 2016

Two new species of microfungi, Pleurothecium bicoloratum and Sporidesmiopsis pluriseptata, found on decaying plant materials are described and illustrated. Pleurothecium bicoloratum, also collected in Venezuela, is distinguished by broad allantoid, bicolored, 3-septate,
smooth conidia with dark olivaceous-brown central cells and hyaline ends; S. pluriseptata, thus far known only from Brazil, is characterized by obclavate, smooth, dirty brown conidia with up to 23 septa.
New leptonioid species from New South Wales and northeastern Queensland, Australia
Authors: Largent David L. , Kluting Kerri L. , Anderson Noelle M. , Bergemann Sarah E.
Published: May 2016

Leptonia subpanniculus, L. newlingii, L. sabulosa, and L. substricta are described as new species based on morphological and molecular characters. Phylogenetic relationships and morphological similarities are discussed for these and other closely related
species.