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MICROSEISMS IN SCANDINAVIA
Authors: Bºath Markus
Published: July 2016

In the October, 1952, issue of Geophysics , Dr. William Donn was kind enough to review three of my papers concerning microseisms. Unfortunately this review has not come to my attention until nowr. As it contains a few misleading statements I will comment on them.
NOTES ON FRASER S. GRANT'S PAPER: ‘A THEORY FOR THE REGIONAL CORRECTION OF POTENTIAL FIELD DATA’
Authors: Vajk Raoul
Published: July 2016

In an eloquent paper Grant (1954) has commented briefly on my paper, ‘Regional Correction of Gravity Data’ (Vajk, 1951), stating that I argue in favor of graphical methods in determining a regional gravity effect and objected strongly to my conclusions that ‘…the regional effect cannot be determined uniquely. t is an interpretation problem which cannot be solved by some mechanical mathematical methods but only by analysis of the gravity data. Such determination is unavoidably a subject of personal factors as is every gravity (or magnetic) interpretation’.
Architecture of the caveolar coat complex
Authors: Ludwig Alexander , Nichols Benjamin James , Sandin Sara
Published: July 2016

Caveolae are specialized membrane domains that are critical for the correct function of endothelial cells, adipocytes and muscle cells. Caveolins and cavins are both required for caveolae formation, and assemble into a large (80S) caveolar coat complex (80S-CCC). The architecture of the 80S-CCC, however, has not been analysed. Here we study the 80S-CCC isolated from mammalian cells using negative stain EM and 3D electron cryo-tomography. We show that the 80S-CCC is a hollow sphere with a diameter of 50–80 nm, and so has the same size and shape as individual caveolar bulbs. This provides strong evidence that the distinctive membrane shape of caveolae is generated by the shape of the 80S-CCC itself. The particle appears to be made up of two layers, an inner coat composed of polygonal units of caveolins that form a polyhedral cage, and an outer filamentous coat composed of cavins. The data suggest that the peripheral cavin coat is aligned along the edges of the inner polyhedral cage, thereby providing a mechanism for the generation of a morphologically stable caveolar coat.
A general method for rapid and cost-efficient large-scale production of 5′ capped RNA
Authors: Fuchs Anna-Lisa , Neu Ancilla , Sprangers Remco
Published: July 2016

The eukaryotic mRNA 5′ cap structure is indispensible for pre-mRNA processing, mRNA export, translation initiation, and mRNA stability. Despite this importance, structural and biophysical studies that involve capped RNA are challenging and rare due to the lack of a general method to prepare mRNA in sufficient quantities. Here, we show that the vaccinia capping enzyme can be used to produce capped RNA in the amounts that are required for large-scale structural studies. We have therefore designed an efficient expression and purification protocol for the vaccinia capping enzyme. Using this approach, the reaction scale can be increased in a cost-efficient manner, where the yields of the capped RNA solely depend on the amount of available uncapped RNA target. Using a large number of RNA substrates, we show that the efficiency of the capping reaction is largely independent of the sequence, length, and secondary structure of the RNA, which makes our approach generally applicable. We demonstrate that the capped RNA can be directly used for quantitative biophysical studies, including fluorescence anisotropy and high-resolution NMR spectroscopy. In combination with 13C-methyl-labeled S-adenosyl methionine, the methyl groups in the RNA can be labeled for methyl TROSY NMR spectroscopy. Finally, we show that our approach can produce both cap-0 and cap-1 RNA in high amounts. In summary, we here introduce a general and straightforward method that opens new means for structural and functional studies of proteins and enzymes in complex with capped RNA.
A protein map of the yeast activated spliceosome as obtained by electron microscopy
Authors: Sun Chengfu , Rigo Norbert , Fabrizio Patrizia , Kastner Berthold , Lührmann Reinhard
Published: July 2016

We have elucidated the spatial arrangement of proteins and snRNP subunits within the purified spliceosomal Bact complex from Saccharomyces cerevisiae, using negative-stain immunoelectron microscopy. The Bact spliceosome exhibits a mushroom-like shape with a main body connected to a foot and a steep and a shallow slope. The U5 core components, including proteins Snu114 and Prp8, are located in the main body and foot, while Brr2 is on the shallow slope. U2 snRNP components and the RNA helicase Prp2 were predominantly located in the upper regions of both slopes. While several proteins of the “nineteen complex” are located on the steep slope, Prp19, Cef1, and the U6 snRNA-binding protein Cwc2 are on the main body. Our results also indicate that the catalytic core RNP of the spliceosome resides in its main body. We thus assign distinct domains of the Bact complex to its snRNP and protein components, and we provide first structural insights into the remodeling events at the spliceosome during its transformation from the B to the Bact complex.
Responsibility of students of pedagogical high schools: the structure and content, and the stages of development of methods
Authors: Куницына  , Kunitsyna Svetlana , Афанасьева  , Afanaseva Irina
Published: July 2016

The article touches upon the problem of development of students of pedagogical universities of responsibility; considered view of the responsibility as an integrative quality of a person in terms of the different humanities; isolated components and functions of responsibility; proposed the development of methods of accountability of students of pedagogical universities.
The problem of psychological assistance in the science and practice
Authors: Яковлева  , Yakovleva Mariya
Published: July 2016

Insufficiently developed model of psychological help in general in school and younger students at-risk, with the existence of a variety of different directions, concepts and theories of counseling and the reasons for school failure, and possible ways to overcome it. It identifies the problem of psychological assistance in the science and practice.
Socio-psychological determinants of organizational change projects success on the example of the textile industry enterprise of medium business. Part 1.
Authors: ������  , Volkov Oleg , �������  , Tishchenko Olga , ��������  , Kamysheva Sofya
Published: July 2016

The article is devoted to a problem of resistance to organizational changes

An objective of this research is to detect interdependence between personal

characteristics of organizational change projects participants, psychological

readiness of staff of the divisions involved in the project of organizational

transformations, ways of conflict permission and efficiency of the realized

projects. The results have practical value for increase of organizational

change projects implementation success, and also similar projects with

high degree of uncertainty, or the projects demanding an intellectual human

resource for the solution of cognitive tasks.
Toxoplasma gondii Infection Promotes Epithelial Barrier Dysfunction of Caco-2 Cells
Authors: Briceño Marisol Pallete , Nascimento Layane Alencar Costa , Nogueira Nathalia Pires , Barenco Paulo Victor Czarnewski , Ferro Eloisa Amália Vieira , Rezende-Oliveira Karine , Goulart Luiz Ricardo , Alves Patrícia Terra , Barbosa Bellisa de Freitas , Lima Wânia Rezende , Silva Neide Maria
Published: July 2016

After oral infection, Toxoplasma gondii invades intestinal cells, induces breakdown of intestinal physiology and barrier functions, and causes intestinal pathology in some animal species. Although parasites’ invasion into host cells is a known phenomenon, the effects of T. gondii infection in the intestinal barrier are still not well established. To evaluate morphological and physiological modifications on the colorectal adenocarcinoma-derived Caco-2 cell line during T. gondii infection, microvilli, tight junction integrity, and transepithelial electrical resistance (TEER) were investigated under infection. It was observed that the dextran uptake (endocytosis) and distribution were smaller in infected than in noninfected Caco-2 cells. The infection leads to the partial loss of microvilli at the cell surface. Claudin-1, zonula occludens-1 (ZO-1), and occludin expressions were colocalized by immunofluorescence and presented discontinuous net patterns in infected cells. Immunoblotting analysis at 24 hr postinfection revealed decreasing expression of occludin and ZO-1 proteins, whereas claudin-1 presented similar expression level compared with noninfected cells. T. gondii decreased TEER in Caco-2 cells 24 hr after infection. Our results suggest that T. gondii infection may lead to the loss of integrity of intestinal mucosa, resulting in impaired barrier function.
No promised land: The diasporic poetics of A. C. Jacobs
Authors: Bachman Merle L.
Published: July 2016

Any discussion of the relative utopian and dystopian characteristics of Jewish life and literature in Britain begs the question of a category in-between, a third space, that could illuminate both the key terms of the binary and, perhaps, lead into fruitful new avenues of thought. The ‘spatial turn’ in critical discourse, especially as deployed by Homi Bhabha and other postcolonial critics in the 1990s, has been useful across disciplines, from anthropology to literary study, as a way to discuss underlying (sometimes deliberately repressed) and often difficult to articulate experiences and ideas. It can also be useful in enacting ‘the density, texture, and force of a lived cultural poetics’, as American anthropologist Kathleen Stewart does in her 1996 book, A Space on the Side of the Road. With this image of a ‘cultural poetics’ in mind, as well as an awareness of the possibilities inherent in third-space approaches to reading texts, this article contributes to the discussions of literary British Jewish utopias/dystopias, as well as Jewish Studies and anthropological and cultural studies approaches to literature, by reintroducing the work of a little-read but highly significant Scottish Jewish poet, Arthur (A. C.) Jacobs (1937–1994). Jacobs found neither utopia nor dystopia in Britain, his birth-home, nor in Israel, his ostensible homeland. Yet, his poems and other writings, written in English and sprinkled here and there with Yiddish and Scots, articulate what I can only describe as a Jewish diasporic poetics, a cultural space in which questions of language, place and identity hover, never quite coming to rest.
Utopia and dystopia in the British Jewish poetry of Ruth Fainlight and Elaine Feinstein
Authors: Lawson Peter
Published: July 2016

This article discusses how two contemporary British Jewish poets, Ruth Fainlight and Elaine Feinstein, respond to utopian and dystopian narratives. These narratives, it suggests, relate to a tradition of biblical messianism. In a British cultural context, they oscillate between a Milton–Blake–Parry messianism and a dystopianism often based on constructions of antisemitism. The article argues that Ruth Fainlight seeks an aestheticized utopia in art, and that art offers her poems a universalist language through which to synthesize utopian–dystopian oppositions. By contrast, Elaine Feinstein constructs a romanticized exilic utopia that transcends the limitations imposed on British Jewish culture. Rather than overlooking the significance of the Holocaust for both poets, the analysis stresses that their utopian visions are often juxtaposed against the Shoah imagined as a type of dystopia.
Bildnerisches Denken
Authors: Plaum Goda
Published: July 2016

Wie erfahren wir Bilder? Zur Beantwortung dieser Frage muss man wissen, was Bilder sind: Sie entstehen erst durch eine bestimmte Betrachtung - genauer: durch ein bestimmtes Denken in der Betrachtung -, dem »Bildnerischen Denken«. Dieses Denken ist verantwortlich für alle Arten von Bilderfahrung - im Rezipieren und Produzieren von Bildern ebenso wie beim Vorstellen von »mentalen Bildern«. Im Unterschied zu vielen bildwissenschaftlichen Theorien nimmt Goda Plaums Modell des Bildnerischen Denkens alle diese Prozesse in den Blick und zeigt deren inneren Zusammenhang auf. Dadurch wird nicht nur das Phänomen Bild umfassend erklärt, sondern auch der meist auf Paul Klee zurückgeführte Begriff »Bildnerisches Denken« zum ersten Mal präzise definiert.
Von der Torheit, wählerisch zu sterben
Authors: Vorjans Gerrit
Published: July 2016

Das Phänomen der Selbsttötung literarischer Figuren ist so alt wie die abendländische Literatur selbst. In den zahlreichen Arbeiten zu diesem Thema ist eine wichtige Frage aber bisher unbeantwortet geblieben: Welche Funktionen und Bedeutungen haben die Suizidarten? Am Beispiel der deutschsprachigen Literatur um 1900 erforscht Gerrit Vorjans systematisch die spezifisch-literarischen Funktionen und die kulturellen Semantiken einzelner Arten der Selbsttötung. Mit einem Ansatz, der erstmals narratologische Konzepte mit praxistheoretischen Ideen verbindet, gelangt die Studie zu Erkenntnissen über das adelige Ehrverständnis, die Produktion von Frauenbildern und das bürgerliche Krisenbewusstsein.
Autorität und Macht in Nahua-Haushalten
Authors: Zuckerhut Patricia
Published: July 2016

Intersektionell wirkende Macht- und Ungleichheitsstrukturen lassen sich besonders gut an privaten Haushalten analysieren - vor allem in Bezug auf Geschlechterverhältnisse. Patricia Zuckerhut nimmt Haushalte der Nahua in Cuetzalan, Mexiko, in den Blick, die sowohl Teil des globalen kapitalistischen Systems wie auch der lokalen Politik sind. Sie betrachtet Veränderungen der Autoritäts- und Machtbeziehungen aufgrund von politischen und ökonomischen Transformationen, aber auch solche, die sich durch das Eintreten oder Weggehen von Haushaltsmitgliedern ergeben. Als besonders relevant erweisen sich dabei lokale Vorstellungen der Einbindung von Mensch und Gesellschaft in den Kosmos, als einem System, das menschliche und nichtmenschliche Akteur_innen inkludiert.
Zur Gestaltung von Philosophie
Authors: Depner Hanno
Published: July 2016

Unter den gegenwärtigen Bedingungen von Medienwandel und Erkenntnispluralismus lässt sich die Gestaltung von Philosophie kaum mehr als unerheblich übersehen. In einer historisch weit gespannten Studie unternimmt Hanno Depner eine kultur- und medienwissenschaftliche Kritik der blinden Bevorzugung von Diskursivität. Im Fokus steht die Konturierung des epistemischen Potentials von Diagrammen im Verhältnis zu Schrift und Bild. Dabei wird das Diagramm als Paradigma einer Philosophie vorgeschlagen, die sich als Orientierung versteht. Das erfordert jedoch die angemessene Berücksichtigung der ästhetischen Dimension des Diagramms, wofür der Vorschlag eines »hybrid optimierten Diagramms« entwickelt wird.
Lieselott Herforth
Authors: Voss Waltraud
Published: July 2016

Lieselott Herforth (1916-2010) war von 1965-1968 die erste deutsche Universitätsrektorin (TU Dresden) - und als Physikerin erfolgreich in einer Männerdomäne. In Berlin, Leipzig, Merseburg und Dresden beschäftigte sie sich u.a. mit radioaktiven Isotopen und der Strahlenmessung. Ihr Grundlagenwerk »Praktikum der Angewandten Radioaktivität und Radiochemie« (gem. mit Hartwig Koch) wird noch heute bundesweit in der Lehre eingesetzt und stetig aktualisiert. Spät trat sie in die SED ein und war Mitglied mehrerer hoher Gremien der DDR. Neben der Forschung engagierte sie sich für den wissenschaftlichen Nachwuchs und die Gleichstellung. Diese erste umfassende Biographie anlässlich ihres 100. Geburtstags zeichnet den Werdegang der Pionierin nach.
Bending Strength of Welded Joints in TMCP Steel Square Tubular Profiles “T” Connexions
Authors: Dalcin Rafael Luciano , Machado Ivan Guerra , Gonzalez Arnaldo Ruben , Mazzaferro Cintia Cristiane Petry
Published: July 2016

The use of DOMEX 700 MCTM steel weldments is still little explored, due to some concern of the validity of the rules imposed by several standards and Codes for this class of steel. This material has low ductility and consequently the relation between tensile strength and yield strength is significantly lower than ordinary structural steels. For this reason, the instability phenomena are more critical than the instability phenomena of ordinary structural steels. Therefore, the aim of this study was to obtain detailed data on the mechanical efficiency of joints welded by GMAW. Six different heat inputs were used on square tubular profiles of TMCP steel. The tubular profiles were placed as a column/beam weldment with transverse and longitudinal welds positioned in relation to the loading axis. Twelve welded structures were instrumented with extensometer and tested in simple bending. Comparing the obtained data, it was verified that longitudinal welded joints presented higher bending strength than transversal welded joints. In the case of longitudinal joints, two weld beads were subjected to bending efforts, and in the case of transverse joints, only one weld bead resisted bending forces.
Kants Theorie der Personalität als Selbstverhältnis in der „Tugendlehre“ und in der Kritik der reinen Vernunft
Authors: Bohlken Eike
Published: July 2016

The main thesis of this article holds that the theory of personhood as a relation of the self to itself is a fundamental structure not only of Kant’s practical but also of his theoretical philosophy. The first section discusses Kant’s theory of duties to oneself as an obligation of
Die Kohärenz der Gnadenlehre im kantischen Denken
Authors: Duplá Leonardo Rodríguez
Published: July 2016

Despite his outright rejection of grace as commonly understood in historical religion, Kant accords a prominent role to grace within his own “natural religion”. His vindication of grace rests on a practical, strictly rational argument based on two premises: man’s “natural inability” to meet the requirements of virtue and the uncompromising authority of moral law. In spelling out this argument, this paper shows that Kant’s theory of grace belongs rightfully in his doctrine of the postulates of practical reason. It also highlights common misconceptions of Kant’s view, specifies the different functions of grace distinguished by Kant, and explains the nature of grace as a mystery.
On α-almost Artinian modules
Authors: Davoudian Maryam , Halali Ahmad , Shirali Nasrin
Published: July 2016

In this article we introduce and study the concept of α-almost Artinian modules. We show that each α-almost Artinian module M is almost Artinian (i.e., every proper homomorphic image of M is Artinian), where α ∈ {0,1}. Using this concept we extend some of the basic results of almost Artinian modules to α-almost Artinian modules. Moreover we introduce and study the concept of α-Krull modules. We observe that if M is an α-Krull module then the Krull dimension of M is either α or α + 1.
An analysis on the stability of a state dependent delay differential equation
Authors: Erman Sertaç , Demir Ali
Published: July 2016

In this paper, we present an analysis for the stability of a differential equation with state-dependent delay. We establish existence and uniqueness of solutions of differential equation with delay term

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Numerical solution of two dimensional time fractional-order biological population model
Authors: Prakash Amit , Kumar Manoj
Published: July 2016

In this work, we provide an approximate solution of a parabolic fractional degenerate problem emerging in a spatial diffusion of biological population model using a fractional variational iteration method (FVIM). Four test illustrations are used to show the proficiency and accuracy of the projected scheme. Comparisons between exact solutions and numerical solutions are presented for different values of fractional order α.
On order statistics from nonidentical discrete random variables
Authors: Yüzbaşı Bahadır , Bulut Yunus , Güngör Mehmet
Published: July 2016

In this study, pf and df of single order statistic of nonidentical discrete random variables are obtained. These functions are also expressed in integral form. Finally, pf and df of extreme of order statistics of random variables for the nonidentical discrete case are given.
Multiparametric study of thorium oxide dissolution in aqueous media
Authors: Simonnet Marie , Barré Nicole , Drot Romuald , Naour Claire Le , Sladkov Vladimir , Delpech Sylvie
Published: July 2016

Thorium oxide is poorly soluble: unlike uranium oxide, concentrated nitric acid medium is not sufficient to get quantitative dissolution. Addition of small amounts of fluoride is required to achieve thorium oxide total dissolution. The effect of several parameters on thorium oxide dissolution in order to optimize the dissolution conditions is reported in this paper. Thus the influence of solid characteristics, dissolution method, temperature and composition of dissolution medium on ThO2 dissolution rate has been studied. No complexing agents tested other than fluoride allows total dissolution. Beyond a given HF concentration a decrease of the dissolution rate is observed due to the formation of a precipitate at the solid/solution interface. It was demonstrated by XPS measurements that this precipitate is constituted of thorium fluoride (ThF4) formed during the ThO2 dissolution. The low concentration of HF required to achieve a total dissolution and the activation energy value measured tends to show a catalytic effect of HF on the dissolution process.
Pre-Training Muscle Characteristics of Subjects Who Are Obese Determine How Well Exercise Training Will Improve Their Insulin Responsiveness
Authors: Stuart Charles A. , Lee Michelle L. , South Mark A. , Howell Mary E.A. , Cartwright Brian M. , Ramsey Michael W. , Stone Michael H.
Published: July 2016

Stuart, CA, Lee, ML, South, MA, Howell, MEA, Cartwright, BM, Ramsey, MW, and Stone, MH. Pre-training muscle characteristics of subjects who are obese determine how well exercise training will improve their insulin responsiveness. J Strength Cond Res 31(3): 798–808, 2017—Only half of prediabetic subjects who are obese who underwent exercise training without weight loss increased their insulin responsiveness. We hypothesized that those who improved their insulin responsiveness might have pretraining characteristics favoring a positive response to exercise training. Thirty nondiabetic subjects who were obese volunteered for 8 weeks of either strength training or endurance training. During training, subjects increased their caloric intake to prevent weight loss. Insulin responsiveness by euglycemic clamps and muscle fiber composition, and expression of muscle key biochemical pathways were quantified. Positive responders initially had 52% higher intermediate muscle fibers (fiber type IIa) with 27% lower slow-twitch fibers (type I) and 23% lower expression of muscle insulin receptors. Whether after weight training or stationary bike training, positive responders' fiber type shifted away from type I and type IIa fibers to an increased proportion of type IIx fibers (fast twitch). Muscle insulin receptor expression and glucose transporter type 4 (GLUT4) expression increased in all trained subjects, but these moderate changes did not consistently translate to improvement in whole-body insulin responsiveness. Exercise training of previously sedentary subjects who are obese can result in muscle remodeling and increased expression of key elements of the insulin pathway, but in the absence of weight loss, insulin sensitivity improvement was modest and limited to about half of the participants. Our data suggest rather than responders being more fit, they may have been less fit, only catching up to the other half of subjects who are obese whose insulin responsiveness did not increase beyond their pretraining baseline.
Dorsal Medial Habenula Regulation of Mood-Related Behaviors and Primary Reinforcement by Tachykinin-Expressing Habenula Neurons
Authors: Hsu Yun-Wei A. , Morton Glenn , Guy Elizabeth G. , Wang Si D. , Turner Eric E.
Published: July 2016

Animal models have been developed to investigate aspects of stress, anxiety, and depression, but our understanding of the circuitry underlying these models remains incomplete. Prior studies of the habenula, a poorly understood nucleus in the dorsal diencephalon, suggest that projections to the medial habenula (MHb) regulate fear and anxiety responses, whereas the lateral habenula (LHb) is involved in the expression of learned helplessness, a model of depression. Tissue-specific deletion of the transcription factor Pou4f1 in the dorsal MHb (dMHb) results in a developmental lesion of this subnucleus. These dMHb-ablated mice show deficits in voluntary exercise, a possible correlate of depression. Here we explore the role of the dMHb in mood-related behaviors and intrinsic reinforcement. Lesions of the dMHb do not elicit changes in contextual conditioned fear. However, dMHb-lesioned mice exhibit shorter immobility time in the tail suspension test, another model of depression. dMHb-lesioned mice also display increased vulnerability to the induction of learned helplessness. However, this effect is not due specifically to the dMHb lesion, but appears to result fromPou4f1haploinsufficiency elsewhere in the nervous system.Pou4f1haploinsufficiency does not produce the other phenotypes associated with dMHb lesions. Using optogenetic intracranial self-stimulation, intrinsic reinforcement by the dMHb can be mapped to a specific population of neurokinin-expressing habenula neurons. Together, our data show that the dMHb is involved in the regulation of multiple mood-related behaviors, but also support the idea that these behaviors do not reflect a single functional pathway.
Probing γ‐secretase–substrate interactions at the single amino acid residue level
Authors: Chávez‐Gutiérrez Lucía , De Strooper Bart
Published: July 2016

Intramembrane proteolysis by γ‐secretases plays major roles in disease pathology and cellular signalling, yet the dynamics of these enzyme complexes and how they recognize substrates remains poorly understood. New work in The EMBO Journal utilizes photo‐affinity cross‐linking to map APP interactions to different γ‐secretase subunits, suggesting a succession of recruitment and engagement steps that lead up to substrate cleavage.
Uma comparação dos custos do transplante renal em relação às diálises no Brasil
Authors: Silva Silvia Brand , Caulliraux Heitor Mansur , Araújo Claudia Affonso Silva , Rocha Eduardo
Published: July 2016

Resumo: O objetivo do presente estudo foi comparar os custos médicos diretos do transplante renal e das terapias renais substitutivas, especificamente a hemodiálise e a diálise peritoneal, sob a perspectiva do Sistema Único de Saúde (SUS). Os custos das terapias renais substitutivas foram extraídos de informações publicadas na literatura. Os itens de custo previstos do transplante renal foram identificados em um hospital privado mediante coleta dos códigos dos procedimentos utilizados para a cobrança do SUS e os demais itens extraídos da literatura. O resultado desta pesquisa indica que, no período dos quatro anos coberto por este estudo, o transplante renal de doador falecido gera uma economia, por paciente, de R$ 37 mil e R$ 74 mil em relação à hemodiálise e à diálise peritoneal, respectivamente. Quanto ao transplante renal de doador vivo, as economias são ainda maiores: R$ 46 mil e R$ 82 mil em relação à hemodiálise e à diálise peritoneal, respectivamente. Este resultado, aliado a análises de sobrevida e qualidade de vida, pode caracterizar o transplante renal como a melhor alternativa do ponto de vista financeiro e clínico, auxiliando na formulação de políticas públicas relacionadas com os transplantes de órgãos no Brasil.
Evaluation of life's quality of women in climacteric in the city of Floriano, Piauí
Authors: Menezes Daianne Vieira , Oliveira Maria Evangelina de
Published: July 2016

Abstract Introduction: The climacteric is the transition phase that is between the end of the reproductive and non-reproductive period of the woman's life, and that can be extended up to 65 years of age. Menopause is considered the mark of this phase and is characterized as an event, and not as a period. Objectives: To evaluate the life's quality of women in climacteric, in the city of Floriano - PI, by using the Women's Health Questionnaire (WHQ). With the specific objectives it was sought to identify the socio-demographic profile and menopausal status, highlight the most frequent symptoms at this phase and verify the intensity of climacteric symptoms in women through the Blatt-Kupperman Index (BKI). Methodology: It is a descriptive, cross-sectional and quantitative study. For the selection of the participating subjects, it was made a systematically count in every three domiciles in Nova Sambaíba neighborhood, in the city of Floriano, PI. The sample consisted of 184 women. Results: In the verification of the intensity of climacteric symptoms, given by Blatt-Kupperman Index (BKI), the symptomatology was considered light for 109 women (59.24%) and the most common symptoms were nervousness (73.9%), skin changes (66.8 %), anxiety (60.9%), hot flashes (57.6%), thinning and loss of hair (49.5%) and hypertension (26.1%). The most affected domain of the WHQ was the sexual function, with an average of 1.9, and the domains of menstrual problems and depressed mood, considered lighter (3.3). Conclusion: According to the applied methodology, it is concluded that the obtained data didn't show significant impairment of quality of life of these women because of climacteric.
Analysis of impacts from environmental factors evaluated by icf in individuals post-cva
Authors: Ribeiro Kátia Suely Queiroz Silva , Neves Robson da Fonseca , Brito Geraldo Eduardo Guedes de , Gadelha Ingrid Davis da Silva , Morais Ed'Cleberson Alves de , Nascimento Vitor Hugo de Oliveira
Published: July 2016

Abstract Introduction: The CVA is the second cause of death in Brazil, presenting with serious clinical repercussions and as a public health issue. Live with the disabilities caused by it requires facing daily situations, which can increase the disability, such as the ones imposed by the environment inside or outside home. Objective: Analyze the environmental factors of ICF with a facilitator or barrier for victims of Stroke. Materials and methods: A cross-sectional study, 152 individuals; span of less than 60 months involvement and enrolled in the Family Health Units in João Pessoa, Brazil. A questionnaire was used to characterize the socio-economic and clinical form and the Core Set for stroke to identify environmental factors. The data were stored in EpiInfo 7. Associations between environmental factors and the variables age, gender, and marital status verified by chi-square test. Results: Assistive technologies and products or substances for personal consumption were the main factors recognized as facilitators, followed by interpersonal relationships. The most prevalent factors as barriers were the physical structures of public and private spaces, highlighting the physical geography of their residence. It was found that the immediate family was associated with variable marital status, use of products and technology for personal use in daily life was associated with age and, friends partnered with variable gender. Conclusions: The Core Set is shown as a sensitive instrument to capture the barriers and facilitators in population surveys. Their findings point to the need to think about public policy more appropriate for this population.{#}
Cervical-scapular muscles strength and severity of temporomandibular disorder in women with mechanical neck pain
Authors: Pasinato Fernanda , Bordin Juliana , Santos-Couto-Paz Clarissa C. , Souza Juliana Alves , Corrêa Eliane C. R.
Published: July 2016

Abstract Introduction: Changes in cervical muscle function have been observed in patients with neck pain (NP) and TMD. However, the relationship between TMD severity and neck muscle strength in the presence/absence of NP is unknown. Objective: To determine the prevalence of TMD in women with and without mechanical NP and assess the cervical-scapular muscle strength and its association with TMD severity. Methods: Fifteen volunteers without neck pain (CG) and 14 women with mechanical neck pain (NPG) took part and were selected by the Neck Disability Index. The diagnosis and severity of TMD were determined by the Research Diagnostic Criteria for TMD and Temporomandibular Index (TI), respectively. The strength of the upper trapezius muscle, and cervical flexor and extensor muscles was measured by digital hand dynamometer. Results: 64.5% of women with NP and 33.3% without NP were diagnosed with TMD (p = 0.095). The NPG showed lower strength of the cervical flexor (p = 0.044) and extensor (p=0.006) muscles, and higher TI (p = 0.038) than in the CG. It was also verified moderate negative correlation between TI and the strength of dominant (p = 0.046, r = -0.547) and non-dominant (p = 0.007, r = -0.695) upper trapezius, and cervical flexors (p = 0.023, r = -0.606) in the NPG. Conclusion: There was no difference in the prevalence of TMD in women with and without NP. However, women with NP have lower cervical muscle strength - compared to those without NP - which was associated with greater severity of TMD. Thus, in women with NP associated with TMD, it is advisable to assess and address the severity of this dysfunction and identify the cervical-scapular muscles compromise.
Diastasis of the rectus abdominis muscle prevalence in postpartum
Authors: Demartini Elaine , Deon Keila Cristiane , Fonseca Eliane Gonçalves de Jesus , Portela Bruno Sérgio
Published: July 2016

Abstract Introduction: Diastasis of the rectus abdominis muscle (DRAM) is characterized by the separation of the rectus abdominis muscles beams, caused by enlargement of the linea alba, a common condition during pregnancy. Physical therapy has been shown necessary in women health, to help them adjust the physical changes throughout the pregnancy and puerperium. Objectives: To verify the DRAM prevalence in the immediate puerperium in a sample of women attended by the Unified Health System in Guarapuava, PR, Brazil, and investigate possible correlations between the DRAM presence and the delivery type, pregnancies number, maternal age, pregnancy type and weight gain during pregnancy. Materials and Methods: This is a transversal study, that included 88 samples of women in the immediately puerperium. It was realized a specific assessment and verified the DRAM presence and its measures. The checkpoints were in the umbilical, 4.5 cm above and below this point. It was considered present and relevant when there was any separation from the linea alba. Results: The study showed 61.36% DRAM prevalence. Its averages were 0.88 cm supra-umbilical, 1.23 cm umbilical and 0.3 cm infra-umbilical. Puerperium women who had DRAM, 31.5% were primiparous and 68.5% multiparous. Conclusion: The DRAM prevalence was considered high and relevant. The DRAM measure was higher in the umbilical region compared with infra and supra-umbilical. The multiparous women had a higher correlation with the DRAM than the primiparous.
Postural changes and pain in the academic performance of elementary school students
Authors: Sampaio Maria Homéria Leite de Morais , Oliveira Lucia Conde de , Pinto Francisco José Maia , Muniz Maria Zuleide Amorim , Gomes Regina Cláudia Tabosa Ferreira , Coelho Geni Rodrigues Loiola
Published: July 2016

Abstract Postural changes and pain in the spine of children and adolescents of school age are influenced by the permanent incorrect sitting position, misuse of furniture and weight of the backpack. The aim of this study was to verify postural changes and pain in the academic performance of elementary school students. It was a cross-sectional study, with a descriptive and analytical approach. The subjects were 83 elementary students, aged 8 to 12 years, of Kindergarten and Elementary Education at Paulo Sarasate Municipal School, Ceará. It was performed from March to June 2008. In the physical examination it was used an evaluation form, based on Global Postural reeducation, by Souchard method, which included the variables: compromised anterior, posterior, superior shoulder muscle chains and pain and, in academic performance, a semi-structured questionnaire with the variables: behavior, attendance and performance. The data was stored in the Statistical Package for the Social Science (SPSS) version 18.0. In the descriptive analysis, absolute and relative frequencies were used, and in the inferential analysis, the following tests were applied: Mann-Whitney, to verify the existence of significant differences in changes in groups A and B, at a significance level of 5%, and the F statistical test, for comparing postural changes and pain, in the three grades. Results: it was noted that the majority of the students presented postural changes, such as forward head, lifted shoulders, dorsal hyperkyphosis and pain, which predominantly occurred in the anterior chain, when compared with the posterior and superior chains. These changes in both groups were statistically significant only in subjects of the fifth grade with satisfactory academic performance and behavior. It was concluded that there was no association between postural changes and school performance, although it was influenced by pain.
Handgrip strength and muscle fatigue among footwear industry workers
Authors: Cotelez Lidiane Angélica , Serra Maysa Venturoso Gongora Buckeridge , Ramos Eliane , Zaia José Eduardo , Toledo Flávia Oliveira , Quemelo Paulo Roberto Veiga
Published: July 2016

Abstract Introduction: Muscle fatigue can be defined as a decrease in the performance of the neuromuscular system in generating force. This situation is considered a complex physiological process involving various body systems, in order to avoid irreversible damage or even cell death. Objective: The aim of this study was to measure muscle strength in order to assess the level of fatigue among footwear industry workers, and to determine a possible correlation between muscle strength and the perception of reported fatigue. Materials and Methods: The study included 32 male workers from the footwear industry with a mean age of 34.63 ± 11.98 years. The workers performed the handgrip strength test using a handheld dynamometer, and completed the Bipolar Fatigue Questionnaire. Results: The mean result of strength testing was 23.1 ± 8.3 kgf, and the mean score of the fatigue questionnaire was 2.28 ± 0.93 points. However, a low correlation was observed between the results of the fatigue questionnaire and the strength test results. Conclusion: The grip strength results of the footwear workers were below the values for the general Brazilian population, a fact that may indicate potential muscle fatigue. However, a low correlation with the perception of fatigue was indicated by the questionnaire.
Evaluation of functional capabilities in children with Down Syndrome
Authors: Scapinelli Desirée F. , Laraia Érica Martinho Salvador , Souza Albert Schiaveto de
Published: July 2016

Abstract Introduction: Down Syndrome (DS) is a chromosomal abnormality characterized by mental retardation of varying degrees and is one of the most commonly found chromosomal aberrations, presenting motor delay such as muscular hypotonic, balance disorders, motor coordination and gait changes. Objective: To evaluate the functional capabilities in children with Down syndrome through the Pediatric Evaluation of Disability Inventory (PEDI). Methods: 20 children of both sexes, 10 with normal motor development (Control group) and 10 with Down syndrome. The functional capabilities were evaluated by PEDI (part I: functional capabilities, part II and III: caregiver assistance and change in environment) through interviews with caregivers. Results: Significant differences were observed in Part I, regarding functional capabilities in self-care (p = 0.0007), mobility (p = 0.0007) and social function (p = 0.0002), and in Part II, regarding caregiver assistance, the domains of self-care and mobility had p <0.0001 and p = 0.001. In Part III, changes in environment were more frequent when related to Down group. Conclusion: The Down syndrome group has lower functional performance in both functional capabilities and caregiver assistance, when compared to control group. However, it is clear that this questionnaire provides subsidies to make an early stimulation treatment in order to perform daily skills with the least possible help from their caregivers.
Functional capacity, pulmonary and respiratory muscle strength in individuals undergoing hemodialysis
Authors: Posser Simone Regina , Cecagno-Zanini Sheila Cristina , Piovesan Fabiana , Leguisamo Camila Pereira
Published: July 2016

Abstract Introduction: Individuals with chronic kidney disease (CKD) undergoing hemodialysis (HD) present low cardiorespiratory fitness and functional capacity. Metabolic changes, due to the disease, can result in a variety of pathophysiological conditions that favor the development of respiratory muscle weakness. However, very little is known about the performance of the respiratory muscles and the influence of HD on them. Aim: To evaluate and correlate pulmonary function, functional capacity and respiratory muscle strength in patients with CKD undergoing HD. Methods: Cross-sectional study comprising 23 patients with CKD, that met the following inclusion criteria: patients of both genders, who perform HD three times a week for a minimum period of three months. Respiratory muscle strength was evaluated using a respiratory pressure meter, lung function through spirometry and functional capacity through the 6-minute walk test (6MWT) before the HD session. Results: All patients were male and mean age was 50.2 ± 15.8 years. The median duration of HD was 3 (1.5 to 6.0) years. The mean values obtained in comparison to those predicted were MIP% 36.0 ± 13.6, MEP% 49.5 ± 15.8, FVC% 93.8 ± 21.1, FEV1% 93.7 ± 21.1, FVC/VEF1% 104.1 ± 10.3, and 6MWT% 66.33 ± 20.53. A statistically significant positive correlation was observed between the 6MWT and MIP (r = .63, p =.001) and MEP (r = .67, p < .001), between the MIP and MEP (r =.79, p < .001) and between the FEV1 and FVC (r = .91, p < .001). Conclusion: Patients with CKD undergoing HD present changes in respiratory muscle strength, with the predicted values decreasing for age and gender, as well as the distance covered in the 6MWT, although, with normal spirometric values. Functional capacity was dependent on respiratory muscle strength, as well as the values of MIP and MEP, and the values of FVC and FEV1.
Physical exercise modifies the functional capacity of elderly patients on hemodialysis
Authors: Marchesan Moane , Krug Rodrigo de Rosso , Silva José Raphael Leandro da Costa e , Barbosa Aline Rodrigues , Rombaldi Airton José
Published: July 2016

Abstract Introduction Patients on hemodialysis (HD) improve functional capacity after physical training. However, little is discussed about these effects in elderly patients, since these are usually excluded of studies, due to their physical disabilities and other deficits. Objective To analyze the effects of aerobic and resistance training in the functional capacity of elderly patients submitted to HD. Methods Studied participants were 15 patients, of both genders, and aged over 60 years. Aerobic and resistance training was carried out during the hemodialysis session, three times per week, during four months. Patients were distributed into control (CG) and experimental (EG) groups. Functional capacity was assessed by six-minute walk (6MW), sit-to-stand (STS) and respiratory muscle strength tests. Results After the physical training, EG presented a significant increase in the distance covered in 6MW (Z = 2.521, p < .012), respiratory muscle strength (inspiratory pressure: Z = 2.533, p < .011; expiratory pressure: Z = 2.536, p < .011); and in number of STS repetitions (2.54; p <.001). Conclusion The training modified the functional capacity of the HD patients, contributing to their rehabilitation.
Analysis of the frequency and degree of temporomandibular disorder in patients with head and neck cancer undergoing radiotherapy
Authors: Pegoraro Douglas Roberto , Zanchet Barbara , Guariente Caroline de Oliveira , Rocha Josemara de Paula , Batista Juliana Secchi
Published: July 2016

Abstract Introduction: Head and neck cancer is responsible for an increasing incidence of primary malignant neoplasm cases worldwide. Radiotherapy is one of the treatments of choice for this type of cancer, but it can cause adverse effects, such as temporomandibular disorder. The objective of this study was to characterize the degree and frequency of temporomandibular disorder in patients with head and neck cancer undergoing radiotherapy. Method: This research was quantitative, descriptive and exploratory. The sample consisted of 22 patients that answered assessment questions and the Helkimo anamnestic questionnaire, modified by Fonseca (1992). The data were collected from May to October 2014, and statistically analyzed using the Chi-square test, with a significance level of p ≤ 0.05. Results: Of the 22 patients, 86.4 % were male, with a mean age of 58.86 ± 9.41 years. Temporomandibular disorder was present in 31.8% of the subjects, based on the assessment prior to radiotherapy, and in 59.1% in the post-treatment assessment. Among all questions, the most frequent was "Do you use only one side of the mouth to chew?" with 22.7% "yes" answers, both at the first assessment and at the post treatment. Conclusion: According to the results of this study, temporomandibular disorder is a disease that is present with a high prevalence in people diagnosed with head and neck cancer undergoing radiotherapy.
Synergism between abdominal and pelvic floor muscles in healthy women: a systematic review of observational studies
Authors: Ferla Lia , Darski Caroline , Paiva Luciana Laureano , Sbruzzi Graciele , Vieira Adriane
Published: July 2016

Abstract Introduction: The training of the pelvic floor muscles is widely used for treating pelvic floor dysfunctions, like urinary incontinence. During the training, abdominal contractions are avoided; however several studies support the use of the synergy between these muscle groups. Objective: Carrying out a systematic review of studies that seek to identify the presence of synergy between the muscles of the abdomen and the pelvic floor and its functionality in women without pelvic floor dysfunction. Methodology: To conduct the review, we have followed the recommendations proposed by the Cochrane Collaboration for systematic reviews. The literature search included the databases SCIELO, PEDro, MEDLINE, Cochrane CENTRAL and EMBASE, and manual research, the starting date of the databases until August 2013. We included cross observational studies with healthy women who were assessed to find the presence of synergy between the abdominal muscles and the pelvic floor. Results: We included 10 articles and they all showed the existence of synergy between the abdominal and pelvic floor muscles in healthy women in the supine, sitting and standing positions. Conclusion: Thus, we can conclude that there is synergy between the muscles of the abdomen and the pelvic floor in healthy women. Better understanding the behavior of these muscles and synergy may favor the development of strategies for the prevention and treatment of disorders of the female pelvic floor muscles.