bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Inova��o em pesquisa na enfermagem psiqui�trica: coleta de dados informatizada
Authors: Oliveira Renata Marques de , Furegato Antonia Regina Ferreira
Published: December 2018

O enfermeiro pode transformar e modernizar as pr�ticas assistenciais em sa�de mental a partir da pesquisa cient�fica. Objetivo: Apresentar uma reflex�o sobre a utiliza��o de coleta de dados informatizada na �rea da enfermagem. M�todo: Trata-se de um artigo de reflex�o que versa sobre a coleta de dados informatizada, realizada por enfermeiros. As reflex�es decorrem da viv�ncia dos pesquisadores no desenvolvimento e utiliza��o de um aplicativo para coleta de dados informatizada em dispositivo m�vel (tablet). Resultados: A utiliza��o de aplicativos para coleta de dados permite aos enfermeiros superarem dificuldades inerentes �s pesquisas de campo como por exemplo, a ansiedade do participante. Recursos que podem ser inseridos nos aplicativos: 1) valida��o de campos (evita respostas em branco ou registro de mais de uma resposta); 2) l�gica de ramifica��o (torna as entrevistas mais breves ao omitir vari�veis que n�o se aplicam); 3) calculadora (evita erros) e 4) tabula��o autom�tica (evita erros de digita��o). A coleta informatizada permite ao enfermeiro analisar os dados imediatamente ap�s as entrevistas, agilizando sua publica��o. Conclus�o: A transi��o da coleta de dados em formul�rios impressos para os question�rios informatizados precisa respeitar os princ�pios cient�ficos, com responsabilidade, de modo que traga reais contribui��es para a pesquisa e para o cuidado de enfermagem.
Edge magic total labeling of lexicographic product C4(2r+1) o ~K2 cycle with chords, unions of paths, and unions of cycles and paths
Authors: Singgih Inne
Published: December 2018

An edge magic total (EMT) labeling of a graph G = (V, E) is a bijection from the set of vertices and edges to a set of numbers defined by λ : V ∪ E → {1, 2, ..., ∣V∣ + ∣E∣} with the property that for every xy ∈ E, the weight of xy equals to a constant k, that is, λ(x) + λ(y) + λ(xy) = k for some integer k. In this paper given the construction of an EMT labeling for certain lexicographic product $C_{4(2r+1)}\circ \overline{K_2}$, cycle with chords [c]tCn, unions of paths mPn, and unions of cycles and paths  m(Cn1(2r + 1) ∪ (2r + 1)Pn2).
LEGAL PERSPECTIVES ON SOCIO-ECONOMIC STATUS OF WOMEN IN AZAD JAMMU AND KASHMIR
Authors: Arif Sardar M.A. Waqar Khan
Published: December 2018

This article focuses on legal perspectives of women’s social and economic status in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK). The bulk of international human rights  instruments provide that human rights are available to ‘everyone’ as grounded in Universal Declaration of human rights (UDHR), (1948) and other human rights instruments. In relation to women, economic, social and cultural (ESC) rights are specifically grounded in UDHR, Women’s Convention and the International Covenant of Economic, social and cultural rights (ICESCR), (1966). In this context, this paper analyses relevant provisions of women’s rights in order to highlight obligations of AJK pertaining to protection of ESC rights. It discusses the ESC status of women with linkage to Millennium development goals (MDGs). It aims to discuss that what are socio-economic conditions of women in AJK? Is there any pattern of vulner-ability in this respect? In general, ESC rights are considered as mere aspirations and goals therefore the Maastricht guidelines are also formulated. The argument developed throughout article is that though AJK is not a State but is state-like entity and has its human rights obligations, in particular, ESC obligations for promotion and protection of women. The women in AJK are vulnerable and may be empowered by promotion of ESC rights. Keywords: ESC rights, women in AJK, human rights
O impossível equilíbrio entre os poderes e a judicialização da política
Authors: Bignotto Newton
Published: December 2018

O artigo trata do problema da judicialização da política e de sua re­lação com as teorias modernas da separação dos poderes e dos mecanismos de equilíbrio institucionais, que asseguram a duração dos regimes políticos livres. À luz de alguns artigos dos Federalistas procuramos explorar os limites das te­orias citadas e os riscos que os corpos políticos correm ao não levar em conta o caráter faccioso das relações políticas presentes em todos os regimes políticos. Ao longo do artigo procuramos dar atenção ao caso brasileiro atual no qual o Poder Judiciário tem desempenhado um papel de protagonista na vida política do país.
O clássico e o antenado
Authors: Soares Jean
Published: December 2018

A partir de uma reflexão sobre uma conhecida entrevista de Michel Foucault, “A armadilha de Vincennes”, salientaremos alguns aspectos do livro didático de Juvenal Savian Filho, “Filosofia e Filosofias”, nos perguntando em que medida ele pode ser visto como um livro clássico ou um livro antenado para trabalhar com o ensino médio (...).
Radiation Effect on Shape Memory Alloy
Authors: Riad Amine , Riad Amine , Riad Amine , Mansouri Mohamed
Published: December 2018

The shape memory alloys belong to the smart materials thanks to their thermomechanical proprieties' reply to thermal or to mechanical loading. These materials can change shape, stiffness, displacement, natural frequency, and many mechanical characteristics in response to stress or to heat such as conduction, convection or radiation. However, heating by convection or conduction are the most useful and studied methods unlike radiation. Therefore, this paper aims to study the radiation effect on the shape memory alloy behavior
Dissipation of Three Fungicides and Their Effects on Anthocyanins and Color of Monastrell Red Wines
Authors: Briz-Cid N , Rial-Otero R , Camara MA , Oliva J , Simal-Gandara J
Published: December 2018

The effect of fungicides on fermentation is of paramount importance to control the quality and safety of wines. In this work, the quality (oenological parameters, color, phenolic content, antioxidant activity, and fungicide residues) of wines from Monastrell grapes fortified with iprovalicarb, mepanipyrim and tetraconazole fungicides was evaluated. Along of the winemaking process, initial residues of mepanipyrim and tetraconazole were removed in more than a 90 % while dissipation of iprovalicarb was around 73 %. Significant statistical differences were found in presence of iprovalicarb and mepanipyrim residues especially at the highest concentration assayed. For both fungicides, an increase of the volatile acidity (between 4 and 8.6 times), the lactic acid content (between 8.6 and 20.5 times), the percentage of polymeric anthocyanins (between 1.3 and 1.7 times) and also a slight increase of the total phenolic index and the total anthocyanins content determined by spectrophotometry was observed. On the contrary, the total monomeric anthocyanins content decreased about 16.3 and 28.6 % in presence of iprovalicarb and mepanipyrim, respectively. These results could be related with the addition of SO2 to the grape must and a higher development of acetic acid or lactic bacteria in presence of these fungicides. The color of the final wines was also different in comparison with the control, with a higher yellow component, color intensity, tonality and hue angle, because of pH changes in the medium. Tetraconazole fermentations had a more similar trend to the control wine, probably due to the lower concentration of this fungicide in the grape must at the initial time. No effects on the antioxidant activity was observed for anyone of the target fungicides. A multivariate statistical analysis was done to view interrelationships between different variables (color and anthocyanins profile). The obtained model allowed to separate wines according to the fungicide treatment applied.
Estimasi Fungsi Regresi Dalam Model Regresi Nonparametrik Birespon Menggunakan Estimator Smoothing Spline dan Estimator Kernel
Authors: Lestari Budi
Published: December 2018

Abstract Regression model of bi-respond nonparametric is a regression model which is illustrating of the connection pattern between respond variable and one or more predictor variables, where between first respond and second respond have correlation each other. In this paper, we discuss the estimating functions of regression in regression model of bi-respond nonparametric by using different two estimation techniques, namely, smoothing spline and kernel. This study showed that for using smoothing spline and kernel, the estimator function of regression which has been obtained in observation is a regression linier. In addition, both estimators that are obtained from those two techniques are systematically only different on smoothing matrices. Keywords: kernel estimator, smoothing spline estimator, regression function, bi-respond nonparametric regression model. AbstrakModel regresi nonparametrik birespon adalah suatu model regresi yang menggambarkan pola hubungan antara dua variabel respon dan satu atau beberapa variabel prediktor dimana antara respon pertama dan respon kedua berkorelasi. Dalam makalah ini dibahas estimasi fungsi regresi dalam  model regresi nonparametrik birespon menggunakan dua teknik estimasi yang berbeda, yaitu smoothing spline dan kernel. Hasil studi ini menunjukkan bahwa, baik menggunakan smoothing spline maupun menggunakan kernel, estimator fungsi regresi yang didapatkan merupakan fungsi linier dalam observasi. Selain itu, kedua estimator fungsi regresi yang didapatkan dari kedua teknik estimasi tersebut secara matematis hanya dibedakan oleh matriks penghalusnya.Kata Kunci : Estimator Kernel, Estimator Smoothing Spline, Fungsi Regresi, Model Regresi Nonparametrik Birespon.
Macular and peripapillary vessel density measurement in the evaluation of Non-proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy
Authors: Yang Dawei , Cao Dan , Yu Honghua , Yang Xiaohong , Huang Zhongning , Zeng Yunkao , Zhuang Xuenan , Wu Qiaowei , Liu Baoyi , Zhang Liang
Published: December 2018

Purpose: To compare vessel density in macular and peripapillary area between control subjects and patients with non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy (NPDR) using optical coherence tomography angiography (OCTA) and to evaluate the association between RNFL thickness and different stage of diabetic retinopathy.
Methods: A total of 170 eyes (normal control, 43; mild NPDR, 43; moderate NPDR, 42; severe NPDR, 42) underwent OCTA imaging. Optical coherence tomography angiographic parameters were vessel densities in superficial capillary plexus (SCP), deep capillary plexus (DCP) in macular area and peripapillary area.
Results: The reduction of vessel density of SCP and DCP in macular area, peripapillary area as well as RNFL thickness were correlated with increasing severity of DR. Vessel density of SCP and DCP in macular area, peripapillary area and FD300 in NPDR groups decreased as compared to normal control (P<0.001). Vessel density of DCP shows better ability to identify the severity of DR (sensitivity, and specificity of 88.1%, and 85.2%, respectively) than in FD 300, vessel density of SCP in macular area and peripapillary area
Conclusion: Macular and peripapillary vessel density as well as RNFL thickness were significantly decreased in different stage of NPDR compared to normal controls. Vessel density in DCP could be an objective and sensitive indicator for monitoring progression of DR. OCTA might be clinically useful to evaluate microvascular and microstructural alterations in macula and ONH, thus providing a new method to study the course of DR.
Key Words: Diabetic retinopathy, optical coherence tomography angiography, vessel density, RNFL thickness, FD 300
O Uso de Sistemas de Informação Geográfica (SIGs) na Gestão Sustentável do Assentamento Jardim, Baturité-CE
Authors: Aguiar Silva Lígia Nazaré , Marques Rocha Adriana , Tavares de Souza Filho Evaldo , Felipe Feernandes Juana Angélica
Published: December 2018

A Política de Reforma Agrária (PRA) foi implementada no intuito de construir um país mais justo e acessível. No entanto, para que esse objetivo seja alcançado é importante a sustentabilidade e independência das pessoas beneficiadas. Diante disso, o objetivo do trabalho é utilizar a ferramenta dos Sistemas de Informação Geográfica (SIG) como um método de avaliação de uso e ocupação do Assentamento Jardim, em Baturité-CE. Para a efetivação deste trabalho foram necessários os seguintes passos: revisão de literatura através de consultas bibliográficas e documentais; visitas à área de estudo com registros de imagens (documentação fotográfica); realização de entrevista semiestruturada no assentamento e identificação/mapeamento dos usos, a partir da experiência em campo e do software QGIS. Constatou-se na pesquisa uma área utilizada essencialmente para subsistência, com cultivo de leguminosas e criação de bovinos e caprinos. Entretanto, essas atividades não fornecem os suprimentos e renda necessários ao sustento dessas famílias. Os assentados possuem ainda vasta área que poderia ser explorada de forma sustentável para melhoria da renda dos mesmos. Com este paradoxo, observa-se a necessidade de outros agentes além da PRA, como projetos socioambientais e assistência técnica para a manutenção das famílias de trabalhadores rurais no campo com qualidade de vida.
Livro Didático: Análise e Compreensão na Abordagem sobre Compostos Inorgânicos
Authors: Neto João Gomes de Oliveira , Santana Raychimam Douglas Bezerra , De Sá Mônica Rodrigues , Sobreira Leonardo Rodrigues , Silva Gleison Lopes da , Nascimento Jaqueline de Lima , Santiago Silvany Bastos
Published: December 2018

O trabalho tem como objetivo analisar a abordagem do conteúdo de Compostos Inorgânicos nos livros didáticos de Química de duas editoras: Ática e AJS, comparando a forma de tratamento da temática nas obras analisadas e propõe uma discussão sobre o livro didático no currículo escolar. Trata-se de uma pesquisa documental onde livros foram observados de acordo com enfoque na didática educacional. Concluiu-se que somente uma parcela dos critérios no momento de escolha do material didático foram abordados na pesquisa. Em ambas as obras estudadas a forma de apresentação do assunto não diverge muito. Evidencia-se que os professores adotam muitas vezes o livro conforme a sua preferência, colocando ao lado o material que é solicitado pela escola. Tal fato se torna um impasse na construção de um desenvolvimento escolar adequado, perante o ensino.
Autonomia e Internet: Binômio Necessário para o Curso a Distância de Tecnologia em Hotelaria do IFCE
Authors: Azevedo Esmeraldo Luiz Régis , Ferreira Lima Júlio César
Published: December 2018

Com a chegada do século XXI e a socialização da Internet, a Educação a Distância (EaD) consolida-se como uma modalidade de ensino usada no mundo inteiro. No entanto, percebe-se que muitos aspectos ainda necessitam de estudos para identificação e correção de problemas, bem como entender a maturidade cognitiva de alunos e de professores, no que se refere às metodologias exigidas no ensino a distância. A autonomia e as tecnologias da informação e comunicação (TICs) são fatores imprescindíveis para o bom desempenho do aluno na EaD. O objetivo geral desse estudo é descrever a influência das TICs na autonomia dos alunos, em especial a Internet, do curso de Tecnologia em Hotelaria do Instituto Federal de Educação, Ciência e Tecnologia do Ceará (IFCE), modalidade a distância. Já os objetivos específicos são determinar os recursos tecnológicos utilizados pelos alunos como instrumentos para garantir a autonomia do ensino a distância e estabelecer a percepção dos alunos do curso supracitado quando utilizam estas ferramentas. Este artigo é resultado de uma revisão bibliográfica, documental e webgráfica para um estudo exploratório descritivo, com análise quali-quantitativa e enfoque socioeducacional. Como instrumento de pesquisa utilizou-se um questionário aplicado com discentes. Concluiu-se que os alunos, do curso de Tecnologia da Hotelaria do IFCE utilizam todas as ferramentas disponíveis na plataforma digital, além de outras como e-mail, WhatsApp, facebook; e estão satisfeitos com os resultados quanto às exigências do curso.
Panorama da Acessibilidade nos Hotéis 5 Estrelas de Fortaleza - Ceará
Authors: Ferreira Lima Júlio César , Pereira Filho Marcelo Bastos
Published: December 2018

A sociedade contemporânea discute e defende a igualdade de todos os indivíduos. Compondo parte dessa sociedade, encontram-se as pessoas com mobilidade reduzida (PMR). Os diversos setores sociais, pois, devem estar preparados para acolher esses cidadãos por meio de uma acessibilidade de qualidade. A hotelaria, como importante área econômica, também deve estar ciente da importância em recepcionar bem as PMR em seus empreendimentos. O objetivo geral desse estudo é explorar as condições de acessibilidade para PMR nos hotéis de categoria 5 estrelas de Fortaleza. Os objetivos específicos buscaram identificar as necessidades básicas das PMR dentro de meios de hospedagem, segundo as normativas de acessibilidade da ABNT e do manual implantado pela EMBRATUR, e assinalar as condições de acessibilidade de cada hotel pesquisado. O trabalho se caracteriza como um estudo de caso exploratório, através do método indutivo, com abordagem de caráter qualitativo. Foram realizadas pesquisas bibliográficas e uma pesquisa de campo, apresentando 1 questionário como o instrumento fornecedor dos dados, respondido pelos responsáveis dos departamentos de hospedagem dos hotéis. A análise dos resultados mostrou que nenhum dos hotéis visitados apresentava todos os itens necessários para acessibilidade conforme regem as leis e também que não estavam de acordo com as exigências estabelecidas pelas normas em números de apartamentos acessíveis. Concluiu-se, então, que os hotéis 5 estrelas de Fortaleza não apresentavam uma ampla acessibilidade para recepcionar hóspedes com mobilidade reduzida.
The credit channels of monetary policy transmission: implications on output and employment in Nigeria
Authors: John Asaleye Abiola , Popoola Olabisi , Isola Lawal Adedoyin , Ogundipe Adeyemi , Ezenwoke Omotola
Published: December 2018

There has been an increasing trend in the unemployment rate despite the growth rate witnessed. Monetary policy is presumed as one of the ways to improve the situation. Likewise, the relationship between monetary policy and employment has generated controversial debates in the literature. Though its connection has been extensively studied, however, the implications of monetary policy in respect to time frame perspectives on employment and output have not been widely addressed in the literature. This study provides evidence on shock effects, long and short-run impacts of monetary policy transmission through the credit channels on output and employment in Nigeria within the period of 1981 to 2016 using the Structural Vector Autoregression and Autoregressive distributed lags (ARDL). Evidence from the forecast error shock showed that variations in monetary policy indicators affect output more than employment in the first two periods; however, it affects employment more afterwards. The ARDL results show no evidence of co-integration when output is used as the dependent variable; conversely, cointegration exists when employment is used as the dependent variable. The monetary policy indicators: money supply, bank deposit liability and interest rate are statistically and economically significant with employment in the long run. In the short run, money supply and interest rate are economically and statistically significant. The findings revealed that the Nigerian government can maximize the long-run benefits of monetary policy through the credit channels on employment. Hence, there is a need for policymakers to look beyond short-run gain and promote long-run employment via monetary policy among others.
Genotypes and Phenotypes: Making Progress Toward a Precision Medicine Approach in Pediatric Pulmonary Hypertension
Authors: Hopper Rachel K. , Mullen Mary P.
Published: December 2018

Pediatric pulmonary hypertension (PH) is a heterogeneous disease that includes etiologies related to growth and development that are unique to children. Recent pediatric registry studies have characterized diverse phenotypes even within recognized PH subtypes, including PH associated with congenital heart disease and developmental lung disease. Advances in genetics are resulting in increased understanding of the genetic basis for PH, with recent discoveries such as TBX4 mutations specific for pediatric-onset pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) and SOX17 related to congenital heart disease–associated PAH. In addition to potential genetic underpinnings, PAH risk and clinical presentation in children with congenital heart disease may vary by cardiac condition, such as single-ventricle physiology or transposition of the great arteries. Growth and development of the pulmonary vasculature likely plays a role in all pediatric PH, which is highlighted by the disruption of normal lung growth in patients with PH related to prematurity and developmental lung disease. These diverse pediatric genotypes and phenotypes underscore a need for an individualized approach to diagnose and treat the complex pediatric PH population. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is increasingly being used to improve clinical characterization of PH in children, with recent identification of specific MRI biomarkers associated with PH severity and outcomes. While much progress has been made, additional understanding of the important genetic causes and developmental concepts in pediatric PH is needed to develop a precision medicine approach to diagnosis and treatment of children with PH.
Towards further Understanding the Structural Requirements of Combretastatin- like Chalcones as Inhibitors of Microtubule Polymerization
Authors: Dhingra Naveen , Kar Anand , Sharma Rajesh
Published: December 2018

Background:

Microtubules are dynamic filamentous cytoskeletal structures which play
several key roles in cell proliferation and trafficking. They are supposed to contribute in the development
of important therapeutic targeting tumor cells. Chalcones are important group of natural
compounds abundantly found in fruits & vegetables that are known to possess anticancer activity.
We have used QSAR and docking studies to understand the structural requirement of chalcones for
understanding the mechanism of microtubule polymerization inhibition.

Methods:

Three dimensional (3D) QSAR (CoMFA and CoMSIA), pharmacophore mapping and
molecular docking studies were performed for the generation of structure activity relationship of
combretastatin-like chalcones through statistical models and contour maps.

Results:

Structure activity relationship revealed that substitution of electrostatic, steric and donor
groups may enhance the biological activity of compounds as inhibitors of microtubule polymerization.
From the docking study, it was clear that compounds bind at the active site of tubulin protein.

Conclusion:

The given strategies of modelling could be an encouraging way for designing more
potent compounds as well as for the elucidation of protein-ligand interaction.
Biomimetic Approaches for Targeted Nanomedicine: Current Status and Future Perspectives
Authors: Agnihotri Jaya , Maurya Priyanka , Singh Shobhna , Saraf Shubhini A.
Published: December 2018

Background: Cytotherapy products can be described as “living drugs”.
Cytotherapy is the swiftest growing fields in the treatment of cancer, heart diseases, aging
population and neuromuscular ailments. Biomimetic approaches are processes developed
by humans such as devices, substances, or systems that mimic nature or natural processes.

Objective and Method: It aims at developing a base for personalized medicine with
allogeneic, autologous and xenogenic therapies where cells are modified for target
selection. Such drug delivery methods appear to be complex and challenging. Literature
for approximately past two decades was collected and reviewed for the present article.

Results and Conclusion: The opportunities and challenges in cytotherapy have been classified,
discussed and demystified. Various process inputs, materials and process conditions
required in bioprocessing and preservation have been discussed at length. The review
also focuses on the regulatory requirements in India, Europe and U.S.
Mode of Action, Properties, Production, and Application of Laccase: A Review
Authors: Patel Naveen , Shahane Shraddha , Shivam  , Majumdar Ria , Mishra Umesh
Published: December 2018

Background and Source: Laccase belongs to the blue multi-copper oxidases, which are widely distributed in fungi and higher plants. It is present in Ascomycetes, Deuteromycetes, and Basidiomycetes and found abundantly in white-rot fungi.  Applications: Laccase enzymes because of their potential have acquired more importance and application in the area of textile, pulp and paper, and food industry. Recently, it is being used in developing biosensors for detection and removal of toxic pollutants, designing of biofuel cells and medical diagnostics tool. Laccase is also being used as a bioremediation agent as they have been found potent enough in cleaning up herbicides pesticides and certain explosives in soil. Because of having the ability to oxidize phenolic, non-phenolic lignin-related compounds and highly fractious environmental pollutants, laccases have drawn the attention of researchers in the last few decades. Commercially, laccases have been used to determine the difference between codeine and morphine, produce ethanol and are also being employed in de-lignify woody tissues. We have revised patents related to applicability of laccases. We have revised all the patents related to its wide applicability.  Conclusion: For fulfillment of these wide applications, one of the major concerns is to develop a system for efficient production of these enzymes at a broad scale. Research in the field of laccases has been accelerated because of its wide diversity, utility, and enzymology. This paper deals with recent trends in implementation of the laccases in all practical possibilities with the help of optimizing various parameters and techniques which are responsible for mass production of the enzyme in industries.
Cement Arthrodesis of the Knee with a Custom Long Recon Nail After Failed Total Knee Arthroplasty: Surgical Technique and Results
Authors: DeBaun Malcolm R. , Goodman Stuart B. , Lowenberg David W.
Published: December 2018

Background and Objective:

Persistent periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) is a devastating complication after Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA). We hypothesize that our novel treatment algorithm utilizing a customized knee spanning recon nail combined with an antibiotic eluting cement spacer improves ambulation status and prevents recurrent PJI in patients with failed TKA and severe bone loss.

Methods:

In a retrospective case series, 15 consecutive patients who underwent knee arthrodesis after failed ipsilateral TKA secondary to infection from 2004-2017 with at least 1 year of follow-up were enrolled. The average age of patients at the time surgery was 68 (range 50-81) years with an average follow-up of 3.2 (range 1-6) years. Post-surgical ambulation status and eradication of index infection were analyzed as primary outcomes using McNemar’s test for before-and-after study design with p<0.05 for significance.

Results:

Cement arthrodesis significantly improved ambulation with 67% (10/15) of patients unable to ambulate before arthrodesis and 93% (14/15) of patients able to ambulate at final follow-up (p=0.004). The complication rate was 20% (3/15). There were no periprosthetic fractures. Amongst patients who presented with active PJI, 91% (10/11) had eradication of their index infection final follow-up (p=0.002). Overall prevention of recurrent index infection was 93% (14/15) (p=0.0001).

Conclusion:

Cement arthrodesis utilizing a custom knee spanning recon nail combined with an antibiotic eluting spacer improves ambulation status and prevents or treats recurrent infection in the majority of patients who have failed total knee arthroplasty.
Thermal Interface Materials Based on Vertically Aligned Carbon Nanotube Arrays: A Review
Authors: Yuan Guangjie , Li Haohao , Shan Bo , Liu Johan
Published: December 2018

As the feature size of integrated circuit devices is shrinking to sub-7 nm node, the chip power dissipation significantly increases and mainly converted to the heat. Vertically Aligned Carbon Nanotube arrays (VACNTs) have a large number of outstanding properties, such as high axial thermal conductivity, low expansion coefficient, light-weight, anti-aging, and anti-oxidation. With a dramatic increment of chip temperature, VACNTs and their composites will be the promising materials as Thermal Interface Materials (TIMs), especially due to their high thermal conductivity. In this review, the synthesis, transfer and potential applications of VACNTs have been mentioned. Thermal Chemical Vapor Deposition (TCVD) has been selected for the synthesis of millimeter-scale VACNTs. After that, they are generally transferred to the target substrate for the application of TIMs in the electronics industry, using the solder transfer method. Besides, the preparation and potential applications of VACNTs-based composites are also summarized. The gaps of VACNTs are filled by the metals or polymers to replace the low thermal conductivity in the air and make them free-standing composites films. Compared with VACNTs- metal composites, VACNTs-polymer composites will be more suitable for the next generation TIMs, due to their lightweight, low density and good mechanical properties.
Product Innovation in the Crafts Sector
Authors: Sarmento Maria , Amorim Marlene , Dias Marta Ferreira , Madaleno Mara
Published: December 2018

Background:

Innovation can result from progressive or significant changes to existing products leading to improvements in performance and user value. This is the type of innovation that is more easily perceived by the consumer, as it results in the creation of new products or the improvement of existing ones. Innovation in the Crafts Sector is a relevant topic to address market changes, and meet evolving consumer preferences. In this vein, artisans need to meet the calls for regularly investing in the design of new products and processes, with the purpose of achieving the sustainability of their business.

Methods:

This article addresses the existing calls for contextualizing the crafts sector and for fostering product innovation in this area, by investigating the barriers and problems faced by artisans, as well as by exploring existing experiences in overcoming them. The article builds on data collected in five European countries, under the scope of the Erasmus+ Project Craftsmanship+ “Fostering a New and Competitive Approach to Crafts and Semi Industrial high added-value sectors”1.

Results and Conclusion:

The aim is to analyze the importance of the crafts sector in a European context. This article contributes in a timely manner to the understanding of the crafts sector by paying attention to the obstacles that artisans face in order to ensure the sustainability of their business by introducing product innovation into their organization and/or market. This study offers a collection of innovation experiences in realities that are very significant for territorial identity, and thus aims to provide an incentive for further research.
Importancia del Habitar en el Pensamiento Arquitectónico
Authors: Sulbarán Sandoval Joely Ariagny , Rangel Rojas Rafael Humberto
Published: December 2018

RESUMENEsta investigación pretende desglosar la complejidad del pensamiento arquitectónico desde su origen en el habitar, a través del empleo de la hermenéutica como medio de interpretación, basado en las teorías de autores como Ramírez, Saldarriaga, Iglesia, Heidegger, Doberti, Cuervo, Aisa, entre otros, quienes se dedicaron a reflexionar la puesta en práctica de la habitabilidad de la arquitectura, concluyendo que el saber arquitectónico exige ser abordado en su complejidad, lo que implica una integralidad de las diferentes áreas del conocimiento para el manejo conceptual. Igualmente, la importancia que tiene la interpretación de la relación espacio-ser humano para el desarrollo de la vida
Diseño de una cubierta hiperbólica plegable tensada
Authors: Morales Guzmán Carlos Cesar
Published: December 2018

RESUMEN

Se procesa la adecuación geométrica descriptiva de un sistema transformable, y cómo simular la modelación de sus partes por medio de un software que ayuda a concebir las interpretaciones de diseño de una geometrización hiperbólica. La modelación a escala apoya mucho a interpretar los movimientos de un sistema transformable, para generar un sistema flexible, el que se propone una piel de tenso estructura que ayuda a crear una estructura fácil de transportar y construir en sitios variables. Por esto, la investigación se centró en procesar los detalles experimentales y diseñarlos en 3D, para verificar la pertinencia de diseño de uniones articuladas.
Communication Technology Use by Caregivers of Adolescents With Mental Health Issues: Systematic Review (Preprint)
Authors: Jansen Ronelle , Reid Marianne
Published: December 2018

BACKGROUND

Caregivers of adolescents with mental health issues experience challenges that may result in the caregivers having a variety of unmet needs. There is a growing need to support these caregivers. Effective support to strengthen positive caregiving behavior in caregivers may address their challenges. Communication technologies offer novel opportunities to assist these caregivers and may contribute to strengthening caregiver behavior. However, little is known about the use of communication technologies among caregivers of adolescents with mental health issues.

OBJECTIVE

The study aimed to answer the question: “What is the best evidence available to strengthen positive behavior of caregivers of adolescents with mental health issues using communication technology.”

METHODS

A systematic review of articles published between January 2007 and August 2018 was conducted. Searches included articles of multiple study designs from EBSCO Host and Scopus platforms with prespecified eligibility criteria. Methodological quality was evaluated using the applicable Critical Appraisal Skills Programme and Joanna Briggs Institute assessment tools.

RESULTS

The search yielded 1746 articles. Altogether, 5 articles met the eligibility criteria and were included in the review for data synthesis. Data analysis and synthesis identified three thematic conclusions reflecting the types of communication technologies used, caregivers as the target population, and strengthening of positive behavior through determinants of the Integrated Model of Behavior Prediction.

CONCLUSIONS

The review reported the usefulness of communication technology by caregivers. Caregivers also demonstrated improvement in self-efficacy, knowledge, parent-child communication, and parental skills reflecting positive behavior. Although the use of communication technology is expanding as a supportive intervention to address caregivers’ needs, the evidence for usefulness among caregivers of adolescents with mental health issues is still scarce. More research and information related to preferred methods of communication delivery among caregivers of adolescents is still needed.
When Western Administrative Theories Meet China's Government Reforms: Do they fit?
Authors: Zang Leizhen , Sun Chenguang
Published: December 2018

Embedded in the epoch of globalization, initiatives of governmental reforms among countries are intertwined, especially when these countries seek to gain wider experience from their counterparts’ suggestible pathways. However, scholars are inclined to oversimplify their analytical frameworks when conducting comparative research on administrative reforms. This paper intends to interpret and analyze such simplification of comparative studies which might result in the continuing promotion of a failing approach or the aimless transplantation of other countries’ reform experience and theories, the phenomenon not uncommon in studies of China's administrative practices. This paper reveals an overlooked context, namely, that the adaptation of international theories of institutional reform has not achieved the intended goals in China's case. Through our analysis, we aim to use China's example to highlight the need to consider its social and cultural context in adapting Western administrative theories, and to suggest how scholars can better advise the government in the process of administrative reforms.
Corruption and Anti-Corruption Research in China: A Critical Review of Chinese Top Journal Publications (1989–2017)
Authors: Tang Na , Ding Zi , Xu Yanni
Published: December 2018

This article synthesizes a cross-disciplinary literature review of 205 articles from Chinese top journals and presents a comprehensive picture of corruption and anti-corruption research in a non-Western setting. By attempting to describe how corruption negatively affects the public administration and how improved public administration can mitigate corruption, this study finds that the Chinese research is gradually shifting from qualitative analysis to quantitative research but that empirical research needs to be developed further. In addition, in the review, human greed, economic transition, institutional omissions, a weak civil society, and social and cultural traditions are found to be the main causes of corruption in China. The effect of corruption on economic development differs on the basis of the institutional situation and social environment, but the influence of corruption on social stability and public satisfaction with the government is often negative in China. In addition, the anti-corruption mechanism has changed from the campaign against corruption (1950s-1980s) to institutionalized anti-corruption (1990s) and finally to anti-corruption through new media platforms (since the 2000s). Evaluations of anti-corruption effects are still lacking in China, especially in empirical studies. The following three aspects deserve further study: (1) the corruption mechanisms, (2) the impact of the establishment of new state institutions on anti-corruption, and (3) the relationship between political factors and anti-corruption efforts in China.
Agricultura e financiamento público: apontamentos para um debate necessário
Authors: Toledo Eliziário Noé Boeira
Published: December 2018

O artigo analisa o papel desempenhado pelo Estado no financiamento da agropecuária e do meio rural por meio da alocação de recursos financeiros oriundos do orçamento da União, sugerindo o contínuo abandono dessa função e que, segundo alguns autores, essa opção vem sendo caracterizada como a saída “à francesa” do Estado, expressão do novo padrão de desenvolvimento agrário e agrícola, ao secundarizar as suas funções no segmento agropecuário. Aborda ainda o papel desempenhado pelos mediadores políticos da agricultura no tocante aos processos de elaboração e negociação na alocação dos recursos do orçamento da União, a fim de atender as necessidades de financiamento das políticas públicas. Foi possível inferir pela literatura utilizada, o contínuo abandono do Estado em financiar o segmento agropecuário.
Políticas Públicas e Agricultura Familiar: uma análise do PRONAF no Território do Cantuquiriguaçu - PR
Authors: Bucco Coelho Luzia , Maciel de Paula Nilson
Published: December 2018

O objetivo deste artigo é analisar a execução do Programa Nacional da Agricultura Familiar e seus impactos no desenvolvimento rural do território do Cantuquiriguaçu – PR, Brasil. Para tanto, foram utilizadas informações relativas à execução dessa política e às mudanças ocorridas naquele território por meio de entrevistas com agricultores e atores sociais do meio rural e ligados à execução de políticas agrícolas e ao desenvolvimento regional. Ao invés de estimular a produção de alimentos, essa política tem contribuído para um distanciamento dos produtores das cadeias locais de suprimento ao mesmo tempo em que se articulam cada vez mais aos mercados globais de commodities agrícolas.
Os Sítios Simbólicos de Pertencimento dos colonos e dos caboclos do oeste de Santa Catarina
Authors: Dorigon Clovis , Renk Arlene
Published: December 2018

Tendo como ponto de partida os hábitos alimentares regionais e os contextos em que tais alimentos são produzidos e consumidos, busca-se neste texto problematizar a abordagem teórica dos sítios simbólicos de pertencimento, ainda de pouca circulação no Brasil. A partir de dados empíricos relacionados aos hábitos alimentares e das festividades organizadas em torno do consumo de alimentos originários do saber-fazer dos agricultores, analisa-se a presença na região oeste de Santa Catarina de dois Sítios Simbólicos de Pertencimento. Um deles formado pelos descendentes de imigrantes europeus (italianos, alemães e poloneses).  O outro pelos caboclos, população pré-existente à chegada dos colonos. Os caboclos foram excluídos de suas terras para dar lugar àqueles. Estabelecem-se comparações entre a noção de Sítio com outras noções, em especial com a de habitus de Bourdieu e a de economia substantiva de Karl Polanyi. Dentre as conclusões sublinha-se que a noção de sítios simbólicos de pertencimento oferece recursos ao estudar o homo situs como animal territorial. No caso analisado, tem-se um território partilhado com duas territorialidades, marcadas por processos históricos distintos, a inclusão pela colonização, para um grupo e a exclusão para outro grupo. A escolha do idioma da comida como fio condutor permitiu traçar o homo situs apontando as peculiaridades, a processualidade e os desdobramentos dos entrecruzamentos das histórias.
Situações de vulnerabilidade na pecuária de corte no Rio Grande do Sul: entre políticas públicas e questões rurais atuais
Authors: Matte Alessandra , Waquil Paulo Dabdab
Published: December 2018

O objetivo do artigo foi compreender o grau de vulnerabilidade sobre diferentes questões rurais vinculadas à ação do Estado em relação aos meios de vida de pecuaristas de corte do sul do Rio Grande do Sul, analisando como esses produtores criam estratégias de enfrentamento ou de adaptação aos efeitos das situações de vulnerabilidade a que estão expostos. A abordagem dos meios de vida é utilizada como instrumental analítico para estudar situações de vulnerabilidade. Os dados empíricos provêm da realização de 60 entrevistas com pecuaristas de corte dos municípios de Bagé, Dom Pedrito, Pinheiro Machado e Piratini, ao sul do Rio Grande do Sul. Os resultados apontam que entre os setes fatores de vulnerabilidade analisados, a presença do Estado, por meio da atuação da prefeitura municipal e de agências de extensão e pesquisa, é importante ativo para reação às situações de vulnerabilidade quando acessível ao produtor rural. Os pecuaristas procuram em organizações locais, como sindicatos e associações de produtores, mecanismos para reagir à vulnerabilidade, assim como a mobilização de ativos internos à propriedade rural, quando da fragilidade do atendimento de serviços que deveriam ser oferecidos por políticas públicas. A superação dos desafios políticos envolve a constituição de sistemas de governança mais próximos às diferentes realidades rurais, facilitada quando compreendidas as situações de vulnerabilidade que podem ser geradas pela presença ou ausência do Estado.
Apresentação
Authors: Badalotti Rosana Maria , Tonezer Cristiane , Corona Hieda Maria Pagliosa , Fossá Juliano Luiz
Published: December 2018

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Closing the Gender Gap in Corporate Advancement: Insights and Solutions from Behavioural Economics
Authors: Heckbert Lori Anne
Published: December 2018

Despite evidence that both gender and ethnically diverse leadership is good for businesses’ bottom line, just one in five senior North American business leaders is female, one in thirty a woman of colour. Little literature exists applying behavioural economics [BE] concepts to explain gender gaps. Yet, as demonstrated by the 2010 UK Conservative-Liberal Democrats coalition government, the Obama government in the US and Trudeau government in Canada, lawmakers, policymakers and business leaders are interested in BE’s persuasive power to influence behaviour. My contribution exploits this interest, builds on the excellent existing scholarship analyzing gender gap concepts from a BE perspective, and fills this gap. Applying concepts of bounded rationality, bounded willpower, bounded self-interest, and the endowment effect to 2017’s North American-focused Women in the Workplace report (Report) published by LeanIn and McKinsey, a vast study examining HR practices and pipeline data of 222 companies employing 12 million+ people and surveying 70,000+ employees’ experiences, I find that hiring and promotion decisions are affected by the three bounds and endowment effect, undercutting businesses’ compelling economic interest in diverse leadership. BE offers solutions to tackle biased behaviour and shows how gender gap scholars’ and the Report’s recommendations can be taken further to close the gender gap in advancement. I argue that normative best practice adoption by business and nudges and tax incentives from governments, ideally in combination, can spur businesses to adopt debiasing behaviours and practices that will contribute to closing the gender gap in advancement. Enabling women to achieve their full leadership and economic potential will enhance women’s wellbeing, improve businesses’ performance, and lead to greater social equity.
Entre bastidores: etnografía de la política pública para los afrodescendientes en Cali, Colombia
Authors: Martínez B. Sandra Patricia
Published: December 2018

El artículo analiza el proceso de formulación de la política pública dirigida a los afrocolombianos residentes en Cali, a partir de la etnografía de las interacciones entre los

actores que intervienen en su producción. Para ello, retoma la aproximación antropológica a las políticas públicas, desde la cual se plantea la necesidad de ver en ellas un proceso negociado e inserto en una compleja red de agentes, intereses y relaciones que marcan el rumbo incierto que estas pueden llegar a tomar. La etnografía, realizada en dos de los escenarios de discusión de esta política, permitió constatar la eficacia simbólica de las ceremonias públicas en tanto actos de teatralización de lo oficial, así como aproximarse a las construcciones discursivas que los actores elaboran en torno al Estado.
El ordenamiento humano del ambiente en el cultivo de mandioca: articulación de conocimientos en la selva paranaense
Authors: Padawer Ana
Published: December 2018

Este trabajo presenta resultados de una investigación etnográfica sobre la articulación de conocimientos prácticos y científicotécnicos del cultivo de mandioca (Manihot sculenta crantz), en contextos rurales interculturales de Misiones, Argentina. Analizo los conocimientos técnicos que se constituyen en un recurso productivo, con énfasis en el ordenamiento humano del ambiente para el crecimiento de la mandioca. Considero las relaciones humanas con el cultivo (selección de variedades) y con el entorno no humano ligado al crecimiento de la planta (suelo, clima y microorganismos) en tres ámbitos de sociabilidad técnica: chacras, asociaciones y organismos técnicos.