bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Employment Trends Among Public Health Doctoral Recipients, 2003–2015
Authors: Brown-Podgorski Brittany L. , Holmes Ann M. , Golembiewski Elizabeth H. , Jackson Joanna R. , Menachemi Nir
Published: July 2018

Objectives. To examine postgraduation employment trends among graduates of doctoral programs in public health from 2003 to 2015.

Methods. We analyzed pooled cross-sectional data from a census of graduates receiving a research doctorate from US accredited institutions. The outcome of interest was employment status. Covariates included public health discipline, sociodemographic characteristics, and institutional attributes.

Results. Of 11 771 graduates, nearly two thirds secured employment in either academic (34.8%) or nonacademic (31.4%) settings at the time of graduation. The proportion of those still seeking employment increased over time. Individuals who were White, younger, trained in either biostatistics or epidemiology, or from an institution with the highest level of research intensity were significantly more likely to secure employment. Academic employment was the most common setting for all 5 public health disciplines, but we observed differences in employment patterns (e.g., government, nonprofit, for-profit) across disciplines.

Conclusions. Certain characteristics among public health doctoral recipients are correlated with postgraduation employment. More research is needed, but the observed increase in individuals still seeking employment may be attributable to increases in general public health graduates from for-profit institutions.
Three-Dimensional Compared with Two-Dimensional Preoperative Planning of Corrective Osteotomy for Extra-Articular Distal Radial Malunion
Authors: Buijze Geert A. , Leong Natalie L. , Stockmans Filip , Axelsson Peter , Moreno Rodrigo , Ibsen Sörensen Allan , Jupiter Jesse B.
Published: July 2018

Background:

Malunion is the most frequent complication seen after a fracture of the distal end of the radius. The primary aim of this study was to compare patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) after corrective osteotomy for malunited distal radial fractures with and without 3-dimensional (3D) planning and use of patient-specific surgical guides.

Methods:

From September 2010 to May 2015, 40 adult patients with a symptomatic extra-articular malunited distal radial fracture were randomized to 3D computer-assisted planning or conventional 2-dimensional (2D) planning for corrective osteotomy. The primary outcome was the Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand (DASH) score. Secondary outcomes included the Patient-Rated Wrist Evaluation (PRWE) score, pain and satisfaction scores, grip strength, and radiographic measurements at 3, 6, and 12 months postoperatively.

Results:

From baseline to 12 months of follow-up, the reduction in the mean DASH score was −30.7 ± 18.7 points for the 3D planning group compared with −20.1 ± 17.8 points for 2D planning (p = 0.103). Secondary functional outcome by means of the PRWE resulted in a similar reduction of −34.4 ± 22.9 points for the 3D planning group compared with −26.6 ± 18.3 points for the 2D planning group (p = 0.226). There were no significant differences in pain, satisfaction, range of motion, and grip strength. Radiographic analysis showed significant differences in the mean residual volar angulation (by 3.3°; p = 0.04) and radial inclination (by 2.7°; p = 0.028) compared with the templated side, in favor of 3D planning and guidance. The duration of preoperative planning and surgery as well as complication rates were comparable.

Conclusions:

Although there was a trend toward a minimal clinically important difference in PROMs in favor of 3D computer-assisted guidance for corrective osteotomy of extra-articular distal radial malunion, it did not attain significance because of (post hoc) insufficient power. Despite the challenge of feasibility, a trial of large magnitude is warranted to draw definitive conclusions regarding clinical advantages of this advanced, more expensive technology.

Level of Evidence:

Therapeutic Level I. See Instructions for Authors for a complete description of levels of evidence.
Risk-Based Hospital and Surgeon-Volume Categories for Total Hip Arthroplasty
Authors: Koltsov Jayme C.B. , Marx Robert G. , Bachner Emily , McLawhorn Alexander S. , Lyman Stephen
Published: July 2018

Background:

Studies of volume-outcome relationships typically subdivide volume via non-evidence-based methods, producing categories that vary widely among studies, preclude the comparison of results, and possibly obscure the true volume-outcome relationships. The goal of the current study was to use quantitative methods to derive meaningful, risk-based categories for hospital and surgeon total hip arthroplasty (THA) volume based on relationships with mortality, complications, and revision.

Methods:

Using New York statewide patient data (1997 to 2014; n = 187,557), we derived risk-based hospital and surgeon-volume categories for primary THA based on relationships with 90-day complications and mortality and 2-year revision.

Results:

The following categories, based on relationships with complications, mortality, and revision, were derived for surgeon volume: 0 to 12, 13 to 25, 26 to 72, 73 to 165, 166 to 279, and ≥280 THA/year. For hospital volume, the categories derived were 0 to 11, 12 to 54, 55 to 157, 158 to 526, and ≥527 THA/year. More than 35% of THA cases in New York State were conducted by surgeons performing ≤1 THA/month (0 to 12 THA/year), and these were associated with a 2 to 2.5-fold increase in the risk for complications, mortality, and revision relative to higher-volume surgeons. Similarly, 15% of THA cases in New York State were conducted in hospitals performing ≤1 THA/week (0 to 11 or 12 to 54 THA/year), and these were associated with a nearly 1.5-fold increase in complications and between a 4 and 6-fold increase in mortality. Traditional non-evidence-based quartile categories were concentrated at lower volumes, did not capture the full magnitude of the volume-related differences, and were a poorer representation of the outcome data, as assessed by several model metrics. Thus, quartiles showed only a <2-fold increase in complications, mortality, and revision for the lowest versus the highest surgeon-volume quartile and failed to show the increased risk for lower versus higher hospital volumes.

Conclusions:

The volume-outcome relationships in THA are more pronounced than previously apparent through standard statistical techniques. Volume-based strategies for improving outcomes in THA should use benchmarks that are evidence-based to achieve optimal results.

Level of Evidence:

Therapeutic Level III. See Instructions for Authors for a complete description of levels of evidence.
The General Orthopaedist: Going the Way of the Dinosaur or the Next Subspecialty?
Authors: Mulcahey Mary K. , Kenter Keith , Black Kevin P.
Published: July 2018

Orthopaedic specialization has increased substantially over the past several decades, partly due to the desire of residents to improve their clinical expertise and to increase the likelihood that they will obtain a position with better compensation and a more balanced lifestyle. The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) census data support this trend, demonstrating a substantial rise in the percentage of practicing orthopaedic surgeons who identify themselves as specialists rather than as general orthopaedic surgeons. There is a perception that a more narrowed scope of practice may prevent the current orthopaedic workforce from being able to adequately care for populations in rural areas of the United States. Additional consideration should be given to clearly defining the necessary knowledge and skills of a general orthopaedist in the twenty-first century, to understanding their role in musculoskeletal care, and to reevaluating residency educational experiences relative to their ability to prepare graduates to practice general orthopaedics independently.
Radiographic and Anatomic Landmarks of the Major Knee Ligaments
Authors: Bedi Asheesh , LaPrade Robert F. , Burrus M. Tyrrell
Published: July 2018

* A thorough understanding of the anatomic and radiographic landmarks is imperative for reconstructing the native insertions of the major ligaments around the knee.

* The 2 cruciate ligaments, the anterior cruciate ligament and the posterior cruciate ligament, each have osseous intra-articular landmarks that separate the ligament bundles and can be used to guide accurate reconstructions.

* The 2 collateral ligaments, the medial collateral ligament and the lateral collateral ligament (LCL), each have femoral insertions close to their respective epicondyles, and because of the location of their distal insertions, the ligaments gradually lose tension as the knee is flexed.

* The anterolateral ligament is a controversial structure that may have a role in controlling knee internal rotation because of its femoral insertion just proximal and posterior to the LCL and its tibial location just distal to the joint line between Gerdy’s tubercle and the fibular head.

* As the primary soft-tissue restraint against lateral patellar instability, the medial patellofemoral ligament inserts on the proximal and posterior aspect of the medial femoral condyle and attaches to the proximal third of the patella, with variable attachments to the medial aspect of the quadriceps tendon.
Integrated Marketing Communication Bawean Island Tour
Authors: Aesthetika Nur Maghfirah , Febriana Poppy
Published: July 2018

Bawean Island which is within the scope of Gresik Regency has the potential of nature, culture, and religiontourism. The natural resources that have this potential will develop if managed and promoted with an effective and efficient strategy. The purpose of this study to analyze the communication strategy used by the local government of Gresik Regency in promoting potential tourism in Bawean Island. In this qualitative descriptive study the primary data was obtained through in-depth interviews with the head of Departement of Culture Tourist Youth and Sport in Gresik. The questions in the interview related to Bawean Island tourism promotion strategic plan along with what has been done by related parties. Data analysis was performed using interactive techniques from Miles and Huberman. The results of this study show that the Department of Culture, Tourism, Youth, and Sports has not had a marketing strategy and implementation based Integrated Marketing Communications. The strategies and promotions that have been there are also still not running optimally.
Pre‐Plant and In‐Season Nitrogen Combinations for the Northern Corn Belt
Authors: Rutan J. , Steinke K.
Published: July 2018

Core Ideas

Starter fertilizer strategies must sufficiently supply N until sidedress time to influence success of in‐season N application.

Applying the majority of N at V11 did not increase yield potential and may be best utilized as a rescue application in the northern Corn Belt.

Increased 5×5 starter N rates (>45 kg N ha−1) may be required when full SD is applied at V11 to maintain yield potential.

In variable weather conditions splitting N applications (i.e., multi‐pass systems) improved synchrony of N application with corn N uptake.

In‐season N applications offer greater flexibility to address climate variability and better synchronize N availability with corn (Zea mays L.) uptake, but deliberating between V4 vs. V11 sidedress (SD) application requires validation. A six site‐year study investigated multiple N placement and timing strategies on corn growth, yield, and profitability. The three primary strategies involved pre‐plant incorporated (PPI), in‐furrow (IF) (7.8 kg N ha−1), or subsurface banded N fertilizer below the furrow (5×5) (45 kg N ha−1). Treatment combinations within the IF and 5×5 starter N strategies included SD at V4, V11, or 50:50 (split) V4 and V11. The PPI strategies involved 100% urea, 25:75 blend of urea with polymer‐coated urea, and poultry litter applied at 2.2 Mg ha−1 plus SD N at V11. There were few yield and profitability benefits to late‐season N application. The 5×5 strategy stabilized both yield and profit variability whereas the IF strategy occasionally reduced yield when SD was delayed from V4 to V11. Split N applications (i.e., multi‐pass) increased yield 4.4 to 16.1% compared with a one‐pass PPI strategy in 4 of 6 site years. Increased starter N rates (>45 kg N ha−1) may be required when full SD is applied at V11 but N source must be cost effective. When using IF and 5×5 strategies at N rates in the current study, in‐season SD N applications were required prior to V11. The V11 timing may be considered as a rescue application in northern corn regions but not standard practice.
Contrasting Effects of Phosphorus and Potassium Deficiencies on Leaf Area Development in Maize
Authors: Usandivaras Luis María Arias , Gutiérrez-Boem Flavio Hernán , Salvagiotti Fernando
Published: July 2018

Management of P and K in agricultural systems is similar, since both move mainly by diffusion in soil. In maize (Zea mays L.), radiation capture is a consequence primarily of leaf area formation and senescence, but little is known about P and K interaction in determining both variables. The objective of this study was to assess the effects of P, K, and P × K interaction on (i) leaf appearance rate and final leaf number, (ii) individual leaf area, (iii) leaf senescence rate, and (iv) leaf area development in maize. Two field experiments were performed in the 2011–2012 and 2012–2013 growing seasons, under no water and N limitations. Treatments consisted of different levels of P and K fertilization. Differential effects of both nutrients occurred for leaf area formation and senescence. Phosphorus deficiencies decreased average leaf appearance rate by 10% and individual leaf area by 18%, whereas K deficiency reduction of individual leaf area was 14%. Final leaf number did not change under both P and K deficiency. Phosphorus deficiencies decreased leaf senescence rate by 2%, whereas K deficiencies accelerated this process by 12%. As the result of the counteracting processes of expansion and senescence, P deficiency effects on green leaf area index were larger at the beginning of the crop cycle and tended to attenuate after, whereas K deficiencies were more important in later stages. These results may help in modeling the effects of P and K shortage in maize.
Genetic Diversity of a Germplasm Collection of Confectionery Sunflower Landraces from Spain
Authors: Pérez-Vich B. , Aguirre M. R. , Guta B. , Fernández-Martínez J. M. , Velasco L.
Published: July 2018

Native to North America, non‐oilseed, confectionery sunflower (Helianthus annuus L.) has been traditionally cultivated in Spain since its introduction from the New World in the 16th century. This created great genetic diversity in the form of local landraces, whose characterization and conservation is of paramount importance. In this research, several seed and plant traits, as well as flowering time, were evaluated in a collection of 192 landraces of confectionery sunflower from Spain. Evaluation was conducted in Córdoba, Spain, in 2011, 2012, and 2013. The greatest variability was observed for hundred‐seed weight (4.21–19.68 g), plant height (65.00–361.67 cm), head diameter (9.00–31.00 cm), and days to flowering (64.31–103.00 d). Genetic diversity in the collection was also evaluated with a set of 52 simple sequence repeat (SSR) markers, which produced 167 alleles, with an average of 3.2 alleles per locus (from 2 to 5). The SSR markers disclosed moderate variability in the germplasm collection, with average Nei's expected heterozygosity of 0.29 (from 0.02 to 0.50). The analysis of the structure of the germplasm collection revealed the existence of two separated genetic pools, one of them widely distributed throughout the country and another one tracing back to a reduced area in the north of Córdoba Province, where accessions with a high level of membership in this group are still relatively common. Genetic diversity of this germplasm can be of use for widening the genetic base of cultivated sunflower.
Dynamics of Majorana-based qubits operated with an array of tunable gates
Authors: Bauer Bela , Karzig Torsten , Mishmash Ryan , Antipov Andrey , Alicea Jason
Published: July 2018

We study the dynamics of Majorana zero modes that are shuttled via
local tuning of the electrochemical potential in a superconducting wire.
By performing time-dependent simulations of microscopic lattice models,
we show that diabatic corrections associated with the moving Majorana
modes are quantitatively captured by a simple Landau-Zener description.
We further simulate a Rabi-oscillation protocol in a specific qubit
design with four Majorana zero modes in a single wire and quantify
constraints on the timescales for performing qubit operations in this
setup. Our simulations utilize a Majorana representation of the system,
which greatly simplifies simulations of superconductors at the
mean-field level.
Etnografia e Estudos Organizacionais: Análise Bibliográfica dos Trabalhos Publicados nos Anais do CBEO – Congresso Brasileiro de Estudos Organizacionais
Authors: Magalhães Thiago Gonçalves , Lucas dos Santos Geneia
Published: July 2018

O objetivo desse estudo consiste em investigar se e como a etnografia está sendo utilizada nos trabalhos apresentados nas três edições do Congresso Brasileiro de Estudos Organizacionais (CBEO). Assim, buscando compreender as possibilidades e as especificidades da aplicação da abordagem etnográfica nos estudos organizacionais foram analisados 19 artigos publicados nos anais dos I, II e II CBEO.  Pode-se perceber que as possibilidades de aplicação da metodologia etnográfica nos estudos organizacionais são diversas, como empresas, e outras formas de organização, com foco nas organizações substantivas. Fica também evidente apesar das diversidades de objetos de estudos, a preocupação dos autores no processo de condução da pesquisa etnográfica, como a preparação, a realização do trabalho de campo e a elaboração do texto final. Por fim, destaca-se que são diversas as possibilidades de aplicação da abordagem etnográfica nos estudos organizacionais, com destaque as redes organizacionais, organizações substantivas, desenvolvimento territorial e no próprio estudo da formação das organizações, no entanto, destaca-se a necessidade de discussões futuras acerca das especificidades metodológicas quanto a aplicação da abordagem etnográfica nos estudos das organizações.
Avaliação de Estratégicas Locorregionais de Articulação entre os Níveis de Cuidado à Saúde
Authors: Misoczky Maria Ceci , Bordin Ronaldo , Vieira Weiss Maria Clara
Published: July 2018

Este artigo apresenta resultados e reflexões a partir de dois projetos de pesquisa que tiveram por objetivo avaliar a articulação da atenção básica com os demais níveis do sistema de saúde, considerando tanto a adequação às normas existentes (estratégia deliberada), quanto os desenvolvimentos criativos (estratégias emergentes) em diversos contextos locorregionais. Foram realizados cinco estudos de caso, dois no Rio Grande do Sul (municípios da fronteira Brasil-Uruguai e municípios vinculados ao Consórcio Regional de Saúde da Região Centro) e três no Mato Grosso (três Polos-Base do Distrito Sanitário Especial Indígena Cuiabá). Todos os casos estudados apresentaram um fluxo formal distinto do planejado. A definição das estratégias de acesso resultou de arranjos criativos organizados pelos profissionais de saúde e usuários, que vão além daquelas produzidas no âmbito do aparato administrativo.
Os Despossuídos e a Prisão: Representações Estigmatizadas Sobre Pessoas Vivendo com HIV/AIDS em Uma Casa de Apoio
Authors: Santiago Loureiro Cristiane Maria , Dantas Marina Figueiredo , Dias Fantinel Letícia
Published: July 2018

Este trabalho revela como as representações sociais estigmatizadas sobre o HIV/AIDS interferem negativamente na realização dos objetivos de acolhimento e cuidado de saúde em uma organização não governamental (ONG) identificada como Casa de Apoio. A pesquisa é de natureza qualitativa e a coleta de dados foi realizada por meio de observação participante, entrevistas semiestruturadas e pesquisa documental. Emergiram dos achados duas categorias pensadas a partir da categoria geral “estigma”: a “prisão”, que simboliza uma aproximação da Casa de Apoio com a noção de instituição total; e os “despossuídos”, que associa as pessoas vivendo com HIV/AIDS à negação da posse de bens materiais e de elementos imateriais ligados a valores morais. A pesquisa revelou que os estigmas se impõem como barreiras que aumentam as possibilidades dessas pessoas buscarem o desligamento da instituição.
A Contrarreforma da Previdência no Brasil: da aparência do "déficit" aos interesses reais
Authors: Chaves Rossi H. S. , Ferraz Janaynna De Moura , Biondini Barbara K. F.
Published: July 2018

Diante da atual conjuntura brasileira, resultado do desdobramento da crise mundial do capital, os movimentos da luta de classe se intensificam frente aos ataques a direitos historicamente conquistados pelos trabalhadores/as, como é o caso da atual Reforma da Previdência Social. Nosso objetivo consiste em analisar os argumentos utilizados na atual proposta da assim chamada “Reforma” da Previdência buscando compreender os interesses por trás do que tem sido propagado. Investigamos a justificativa de que há um déficit nas contas da previdência, que seria sanado com medidas como a definição de idade mínima para aposentadoria atrelada à contribuição; aproximações entre o trabalho urbano e rural e entre homens e mulheres. Concluímos que a contrarreforma proposta, ao contrário do que tem sido divulgado, não se vincula à solidez do fundo, mas à manutenção dos privilégios da classe burguesa e o aumento da exploração dos/das trabalhadores/as.
Hydrodynamic Study of the Flows Caused by Dam Break around Downstream Obstacles
Authors: Feizi Atabak
Published: July 2018

Introduction:

Studying dam break and the resultant flood routing along with identifying critical areas at the dam downstream are of great importance in safety management of the dam break issues. To reduce the risk of the dam break, an accurate estimation of the effective parameters on the energy dissipation due to the collapse of dams and the flood routing around the downstream natural and artificial obstacles is necessary.

Methods:

In this research, effects of downstream obstacles (e.g. bridge piers) caused by dam break were investigated on different flood patterns in the flow characteristics. Accordingly, two different geometries of the long and wide reservoirs were considered in the experimental tests and 3D numerical simulations.

Results and Conclusion:

The results indicated the formation of different flow patterns at downstream of the long and wide reservoirs depends on the reservoir geometry. Due to the alignment of the channel and the reservoir in the long reservoir case, the dominant flow was one-dimensional up to the collision with the pier. Therefore, the one-dimensional solutions, including Ritter analytical solution could be applied in this range. After the flow passes through the pier, due to the formation of the wake vortices, the one-dimensional state was no longer valid. This caused turbulence at the surface of the water, which continued to the end of the channel. In the wide reservoir, from the beginning of the flow entry into the channel until its moment of collision with the pier, as well as passing through it, the flow lost its one-dimensional state. In such a case, the use of 3D models was necessary to achieve the appropriate accuracy.
Communication as a Way in the Development of Fishing Village in Belawan Medan Indonesia
Authors: Marpaung Beny OY
Published: July 2018

Fisherman's village is a settlement that is always attached to the coastal city of Belawan in Medan. The study to understand the needs of the community becomes a potential for successful development. The researcher identifies residents' involvement in finding the most appropriate communication as a development strategy. The author uses quantitative and qualitative methods in completing this research. In analyzing, the researcher correlates data interpretation, perception, participation and communication strategy with literature review. The result of this research is a communication model that will encourage the development of Belawan fishing village into a community-based coastal settlement and local wisdom.
Features of Pattern & Light TBI in Social and Mental Health
Authors: Mansoori Sima , Faizi Mohsen , Mozaffar Farhang , Sedgh pour Bahram Saleh
Published: July 2018

The hidden issues behind the body of Iranian architecture contain meanings, mysteries, and symbols. The aim of this article is to describe the relationship between the function of symbols of Iranian Architecture and the quality of health. This paper investigates 5 case studies namely the traditional bathhouse of Iran (TBI) from 5 cities with a particular approach to light and decorative motifs from the Ghajar and Safavid periods in Iran. The methodology used is the Delphi research with the Q factor analysis. Finally, the profile of the relations of ornaments in a healthy TBI is explained.
Older People with Mobility Disability (Quality Of Life)
Authors: Abdullah Nik Nairan , Ahmad Saman Mohd Shahril , Kahn Sabzali Musa , Al-Kubaisy Waqar
Published: July 2018

Mobility disability affects the quality of life for the older urban population. The objectives of this research paper were to determine the burden of mobility disability and explore influential factors affecting the quality of life of urban community aged 50 and above with mobility disability. Total of 481 participants who were randomly selected from two health centres has been interviewed using structured questionnaire in December 2014. The prevalence of mobility disability was 23.1%. All domains quality of life of the older people with mobility disability were significantly affected as compared with those without. These factors need to be emphasized in future planning for elderly.
Restorative Experience Perceived by the Users
Authors: Hussain Norhuzailin , Abdul Aziz Faziawati
Published: July 2018

The recreational forests are facing pressure by surrounding developments such as highway and housing. Urban development has implications for the benefits offered by recreational forests, endangered biodiversity, water quality and wildlife to result a place that is no longer enjoyable to visit. It is important to conserve the recreational forests that can contribute to the urbanites quality of life. Based on the results from the site observations, self-administered questionnaires and in-depth interviews at two recreational forests (The Ampang and Kanching Recreational Forests), this paper describes recreational forest users’ experience and what makes they perceived restored while being in the forest.
Roadside Tree Management in Urban Area for Public Safety and Properties
Authors: Hasan Ramly , Othman Noriah , Ismail Faridah
Published: July 2018

Roadside planting is a row of trees along the road which provides shades for people in urban areas. Proper management practices among the local authorities will improve the quality of life and human well-being. Unhealthy trees may cause problems to the road users that result from the lack of monitoring by local governing bodies. 200 respondents from the public from Selayang Municipal Council and Shah Alam City Council have participated in this study. The data analysis showed that fallen trees were the main reason for the public to lodge complaints, followed by brittle branches, thick branches and leaning tree trunk.
3MD for Chronic Conditions, a Model for Motivational mHealth Design: Embedded Case Study (Preprint)
Authors: Giunti Guido
Published: July 2018

BACKGROUND

Chronic conditions are the leading cause of death in the world. Major improvements in acute care and diagnostics have created a tendency toward the chronification of formerly terminal conditions, requiring people with these conditions to learn how to self-manage. Mobile technologies hold promise as self-management tools due to their ubiquity and cost-effectiveness. The delivery of health-related services through mobile technologies (mobile health, mHealth) has grown exponentially in recent years. However, only a fraction of these solutions take into consideration the views of relevant stakeholders such as health care professionals or even patients. The use of behavioral change models (BCMs) has proven important in developing successful health solutions, yet engaging patients remains a challenge. There is a trend in mHealth solutions called gamification that attempts to use game elements to drive user behavior and increase engagement. As it stands, designers of mHealth solutions for behavioral change in chronic conditions have no clear way of deciding what factors are relevant to consider.

OBJECTIVE

The goal of this work is to discover factors for the design of mHealth solutions for chronic patients using negotiations between medical knowledge, BCMs, and gamification.

METHODS

This study uses an embedded case study research methodology consisting of 4 embedded units: 1) cross-sectional studies of mHealth applications; 2) statistical analysis of gamification presence; 3) focus groups and interviews to relevant stakeholders; and 4) research through design of an mHealth solution. The data obtained was thematically analyzed to create a conceptual model for the design of mHealth solutions.

RESULTS

The Model for Motivational Mobile-health Design (3MD) for chronic conditions guides the design of condition-oriented gamified behavioral change mHealth solutions. The main components are (1) condition specific, which describe factors that need to be adjusted and adapted for each particular chronic condition; (2) motivation related, which are factors that address how to influence behaviors in an engaging manner; and (3) technology based, which are factors that are directly connected to the technical capabilities of mobile technologies. The 3MD also provides a series of high-level illustrative design questions for designers to use and consider during the design process.

CONCLUSIONS

This work addresses a recognized gap in research and practice, and proposes a unique model that could be of use in the generation of new solutions to help chronic patients.
Upaya Pengurangan Human Error Pada Kecelakaan Kerja Dengan Metode Sherpa Dan Jsa Di Perum Perhutani KBM - Industri Kayu Gresik
Authors: Rahayu Abdi , Kholik Heri Mujayin , Restuputri Dian Palupi
Published: July 2018

Perum Perhutani KBM-IK (Kesatuan Bisnis Mandiri Industri Kayu) Gresik is a unit of the organization under the Office of Perum Perhutani Unit II East Java, which is responsible for the implementation of business management in the field of Industi Wood. In the production process, Perum Perhutani has used the modern machining tools. However, due to the negligence of the operator / worker, often causing work accident. Like do not use personal protective equipment, it is often underestimated by the operator. The method used is SHERPA to identify the source of danger while JSA used to provide solutions to the problems faced in companies. Research and calculation of risk score can be known the value of the biggest error lies in the activities taking pieces of the board after the cut using a band saw machine, cutting boards using a machine band resaw and cutting wood with a cross cut machine. The suggested solution is to further improve supervision in each process, conducting training K3 conducted by the management company, give firm sanction for operators who do not wear APD and design tools such as limiting engine band resaw and handle holder on the machine cross cut.
Cosmovisiones y prácticas ancestrales de los pastos para construir la paz regional
Authors: Mesa Manosalva Edgar Guillermo
Published: July 2018

Este artículo (1) está orientado al análisis interpretativo de las cosmovisiones y prácticas ancestrales de los Pastos en torno a la pachamama, minga, religiosidad, cuento pastuso y carnaval de negros y blancos, con el objetivo de redimensionar sus aportes epistemológicos y pedagógicos en la construcción de la paz regional. En el marco del paradigma de investigación cualitativa y del enfoque etnográfico se emplearon las técnicas de observación participante, la entrevista en profundidad, las conversaciones informales y la revisión documental para la recolección de información. Se entrevistaron a seis docentes de la Universidad de Nariño, se observaron las prácticas socioculturales en cinco municipios de la región andina nariñense y se revisaron documentos, revistas y libros. Los resultados obtenidos son valiosos y pertinentes para: visibilizar el colectivismo productivo y económico; valorar la minga o manos prestadas base del tejido social; entender que la religiosidad popular guarda respeto sagrado a la naturaleza, al absoluto y al prójimo; comprender que el humor es risa, alegría, esparcimiento y felicidad; y que el carnaval es una fiesta mestiza, pluriétnica e intercultural.(1) Proyecto de Tesis Doctoral, “Aportes étnico-culturales y educativos de docentes de la Universidad de Nariño para construir la paz en el postconflicto”, en la Facultad de Ciencias de la Educación, Universidad de Granada, España.
Dossi� Mercados Contestados
Authors: Barbosa Livia , Gomes Laura Graziela
Published: July 2018

Mercados Contestados � o tema e t�tulo deste dossi�, composto por seis artigos produzidos a partir do VII encontro Nacional de Estudos de Consumo, do III Encontro Luso-Brasileiro e do II Encontro Latino-Americano de Estudos do Consumo, cujo tema geral foi Mercados Contestados. Negociando fronteiras da Moral, da �tica, da Religi�o e da Lei, realizado sob a coordena��o do Grupo de Estudos do Consumo do CNPQ, nos dias 24, 25 e 26 de setembro de 2014, na Pontif�cia Universidade Cat�lica do Rio de Janeiro.
De Morenos e Alem�es-Batata a Quilombolas e Pomeranos: reflex�es acerca de marcadores identit�rios e pol�ticas p�blicas
Authors: Schneider Maur�cio , Krone Evander Elo� , Menasche Renata
Published: July 2018

Tomando que as identidades �tnicas se configuram como fronteiras, neste trabalho buscamos refletir sobre a constru��o de identidades de quilombolas e pomeranos na Serra dos Tapes, regi�o localizada ao sul do estado do Rio Grande do Sul, Brasil. Para al�m das categorias quilombola e pomerano, distintos termos s�o ali empregados pelos grupos para autodescrever-se bem como para descrever aos outros. A partir da elabora��o, por um lado, de pol�ticas de reconhecimento de comunidades remanescentes de quilombo e, por outro, de a��es de valoriza��o do patrim�nio cultural pomerano, tais categorias s�o tamb�m incorporadas no cotidiano relacional. O trabalho evidencia que, na regi�o estudada, as identidades �tnicas, constru�das social e politicamente, tamb�m o s�o por a��o das pol�ticas p�blicas.
GRAEBER, David. The utopia of Rule: on technology, stupidity, and the secret joys of bureaucracy. London: Melvile House Publishing, 2015. 146 p.
Authors: Nascimento Priscila Da Silva , Martins Adan Richard Moreira
Published: July 2018

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Dan�a do Maracatu - Aprendendo suas formas com Mestre Maur�cio
Authors: Salgueiro La�s
Published: July 2018

O artigo apresenta a etnografia da dança do maracatu desenvolvida ao longo de oitos anos no universo do Maracatu de Baque Virado. Tento fazer um esforço analítico e prático de unir a perspectiva de uma dançarina com o lugar teórico da antropologia. Busco demonstrar como a dança do maracatu reforça sua concepção transcultural. Desse modo, a performance pode ser entendida a partir do conceito de dance/music form, proposto por Yvonne Daniel como chave para compreensão da afro-diáspora e suas linguagens não verbais que comunicam e organizam determinados saberes corporificados. Na última etapa, o breve registro analítico das formas e frases coreográficas da dança do Maracatu, concebidas principalmente a partir do estilo de Mestre Maurício, nos desafiam a perceber que os processos de aprendizado e transmissão de seus saberes não estão alheios ao contexto vivido.
Media��o de conflitos e voluntariedade: olhares cruzados entre Rio de Janeiro e Buenos Aires
Authors: Mello K�tia Sento S�
Published: July 2018

O objetivo deste artigo é contrastar a mediação de conflitos no Rio de Janeiro e em Buenos Aires, especialmente no que se refere à consideração da vontade das partes. A partir da observação participante e de conversas e entrevistas com atores sociais envolvidos na mediação de conflitos – seja como mediandos seja como mediadores – demonstra-se que em ambos os campos empíricos a ênfase é colocada na voluntariedade dos mediandos para que a mediação aconteça. No entanto, tanto no Rio de Janeiro como em Buenos Aires, o caráter voluntário de se submeter à mediação é paradoxal posto que no primeiro caso as partes são encaminhadas por um juiz (caso este seja simpático à proposta) no âmbito do processo e no segundo, a mediação pré-judicial é obrigatória, por lei, antes do ingresso no judiciário por meio da abertura de um processo.
A import�ncia da comida na constru��o da etnicidade �rabe em Juiz de Fora
Authors: Cruz Rodrigo Ayupe
Published: July 2018

O objetivo deste artigo é discutir o papel da comida no processo de construção da etnicidade árabe em Juiz de Fora. Desde o início da imigração árabe na cidade (1890) a comida árabe tinha pouca importância no cenário nacional, no entanto, nos últimos anos (sobretudo a partir do século XXI) este quadro se modificou, havendo uma expansão na sua comercialização e consumo, ultrapassando inclusive as fronteiras simbólicas da comunidade árabe. Portanto, atualmente a comida árabe tornou-se o principal diacrítico da identidade árabe, mas em contrapartida, essa nova realidade tem promovido uma série de disputas entre os diversos atores sociais envolvidos neste campo culinário, onde os árabes constroem discursos de autenticidade e tradição ao passo que os brasileiros enfatizam a qualidade e o sabor de seus pratos.
Forma��o e desenvolvimento do campo da Antropologia Jur�dica na Argentina
Authors: Tiscornia Sofia
Published: July 2018

O presente texto integra nossa segunda edição da Seção “Trajetórias e Perspectivas”. O artigo traz uma contribuição original e esclarecedora da constituição do campo da “Antropologia jurídica” na Argentina. De especial relevância é o fato de sua autora ser a professora e pesquisadora Sofia Tiscornia, professora adjunta da Faculdade de Filosofia e Letras e diretora do Equipo de Antropologia Política y Jurídica, ambos da Universidad de Buenos Aires (EAPyJ/UBA), na Argentina.
Associativismo juvenil e media��o pol�tica: as torcidas organizadas de futebol no Brasil e a constru��o de suas arenas p�blicas atrav�s da FTORJ e da ANATORG
Authors: De Hollanda Bernardo Buarque , Teixeira Rosana Da C�mara
Published: July 2018

A proposta do artigo � apresentar, a contrapelo da monotem�tica da viol�ncia na pauta cotidiana da m�dia, um panorama da coopera��o futebol�stica e do associativismo juvenil no Brasil. A demonstra��o ser� feita com base na descri��o de experi�ncias concretas de cria��o de entidades representativas de torcedores. Amparados em elementos hist�ricos, antropol�gicos e sociol�gicos, visa-se oferecer um painel do conjunto de iniciativas protagonizadas por lideran�as de torcidas organizadas no pa�s. A a��o destes l�deres e destas entidades pautou-se na busca pela supera��o dos n�veis de intoler�ncia interclubes, na procura pela representatividade entre seus associados e na tentativa de conquistar uma legitimidade frente aos demais atores do futebol, quer sejam dirigentes esportivos, profissionais dos meios de comunica��o, corpora��es policiais, entre outros. A metodologia ampara-se em observa��es da pesquisa de campo etnogr�fica e em entrevistas qualitativas, baseadas em um roteiro semiestruturado, realizadas pelos autores entre os anos de 2010 e 2014. O m�todo permitiu o enquadramento da trajet�ria de algumas das lideran�as mais representativas, possibilitando o entendimento dos sentidos e dos significados espec�ficos atribu�dos pelos mesmos � funda��o de uma entidade defensora e mobilizadora dos direitos dos agrupamentos de torcedores no Rio de Janeiro � FTORJ, Federa��o de Torcidas Organizadas (2008) � e no Brasil � ANATORG, Associa��o Nacional de Torcidas Organizadas (2014).�
Antecedents of Supply Chain Performance: A Case of Food Retail Industry
Authors: Ngouapegne Chriss Narick Mangoukou , Chinomona Elizabeth
Published: July 2018

Food retail industry plays an important part in gross domestic product (GDP). Buyers and suppliers in this industry work in collaboration with each other to achieve an optimal supply chain performance. The purpose of this study is to investigate the drivers of supply chain performance in the food retail industry in Gauteng province. These drivers are known as buyer- supplier trust (BST), buyer- supplier commitment (BSC) and supply chain relationship longevity (RL). This study adopted a quantitative method where a questionnaire was used to collect data from 429 food retailers in the Gauteng province. The study used a convenience sampling technique to select respondents. The Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) 24.0 and Smart PLS were used to assist in the data analysis. The results of the research revealed that buyersupplier trust, buyer- supplier commitment and RL have a strong, positive and important impact on supply chain performance. Based on the results of this study, it can be concluded that to achieve supply chain performance, businessâ€™s operators should develop a significant relationship based on trust, commitment and relationship longevity. Furthermore, the results of this study provide useful insights on how businesses should benefit from trust, commitment and relationship longevity as well as how to improve supply chain performance. Practical and theoretical contributions, implications and recommendations are provided.
An Analysis of the Link between Water Infrastructure Financing and Water Provision South Africa
Authors: Bapela Lerato C. , Ngwakwe Collins C. , Sebola Mokoko P.
Published: July 2018

This paper evaluated the relationship between water infrastructure financing and water provision in South Africa. The research followed a quantitative research design; secondary data for water infrastructure financing and water provision in South Africa was obtained from the Trans - Caledon Tunneling Agency (TCTA) and the World Bank for the period 1994 - 2014 . The regression results indicated two separate findings which offers unique contribution to the current literature; results from water asset finance as a single independent variable on water provision showed a significant relationship. However, an addition of two control variables , corruption and violence, neutralised the effectiveness of water asset finance on water provision to the extent that water asset finance became less significant with a P value of 0.05. The paper makes a nuance contribution from the findings, which specifically is that finance alone may not deliver target water provision if corruption and violence is left unbridled. The paper thus recommends the need for public policy makers to control the rate of corruption and violence to enable effective application of water infrastructure finance in water provision. The paper also recommends the need for further research on other government departments to integrate corruption and violence as control variables.
Is Marital Status a Strategic Parameter in Implementing HIV/AIDS Campaigns in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo?
Authors: Christian Ayikwa Lutete , W. De Jager Johan
Published: July 2018

Several researches across the African continent highlight the important role of â€œmarital statusâ€ in the magnitude of the HIV/AIDS epidemic because of early marriage for women and peersâ€™ influence to engage in extramarital sex for men. Thus, the present study investigated the existence of significant differences in marital groups regarding their level of HIV/AIDS awareness, attitude towards infected persons, exposure to HIV/AIDS information, accessibility to condoms and sexual behaviour. The results emanating from the statistical analyses of the data collected through a cross - sectional survey revealed that â€œmarital statusâ€ is the key to the design and implementation of HIV/AIDS interventions in Kinshasa.
Fiscal Policy and Macroeconomic Shocks in Nigeria: A Structural Vector Auto - Regression SVAR Approach
Authors: Patrick Ologbenla , Adeleke Omolade
Published: July 2018

The paper investigates fiscal policy and macroeconomic shocks in Nigeria. It was motivated by the non - existence of consensus on the nature and levels of interactions between fiscal policy variables and macroeconomic variables. The study utilizes quarterly data from 1980 Q1 to 2015 Q4 which are analyzed using Structural Vector Auto - Regression (SVAR) to examine the responses of fiscal policy to some macroeconomic shocks and vice versa. The results indicate that exchange rate is the major macroeconomic medium through which external shocks influence fiscal policy variables in Nigeria. The level of interaction between fiscal policy variables and exchange rate, among other macroeconomic variables in the model, appears to be the most significant. Also, among all other macroeconomic variables the contributions of the exchange rate to the behavior of Nigeriaâ€™s economic growth is the highest. All these are pointers to the significant role played by exchange rate in transmission of macroeconomic and external shocks to fiscal policy behavior with the resultant effect on the domestic economy.
Environmental source of stress in livestock productivity - a study of Minna climate data
Authors: Babatunde Sikiru , Acheneje Egena , Comfort Alemede , John Makinde
Published: July 2018

Stress emanating from environment is a factor limiting livestock productivity
in the Tropics because of elevated temperature year round; hence this study
took a look at Minna climate data for evaluation of Temperature-Humidity-
Index (THI) as a way of identifying climate source of stress on livestock
production. Climate Normals for Minna between years 1961 and 2018 were
obtained, and the data were analyzed using general formulae for calculating
Temperature-Humidity-Index for livestock production. Relationships between
production parameters on commercial farms and the THI data indicated that
heat stress is a potential cause of oxidative stress in the area. The THI
showed that the environmental conditions in the study area has potential for
heat stress on animals, and that it can aggravate oxidative stress in
livestock under production in the study area, hence there is need for
further studies to identify the pathophysiological mechanisms of heat stress
so as to develop mitigation strategies for improved animal performance and
productivity. The study suggested that instead of the penchant for importing
exotic breeds of livestock with the aim of upgrading the indigenous breeds,
the way forward could be the utilization of genetic expression of heat and
oxidative stress genes in animals as candidate markers for improvement of
their productive potentials.