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Economic Security of Regions
Authors: RUDENKO Marina N.
Published: September 2018

The urgency of the problem under investigation is caused by the need of regions (subjects of the Russian Federation) for economic security. In the conditions of the crisis, the recession in the economy, social problems in the regions of Russia are aggravated, the standard of living of the population is decreasing, and the tension in the labor market is increasing. To mitigate the negative factors affecting this, it is necessary to take decisions aimed at improving the structure of the regional economy, supporting certain industries, spheres, and attracting investments. This is all to ensure economic security. The purpose of the article is to develop recommendations of the region (subject of the federation) on the example of Perm Krai to ensure economic security. The leading methods of research of this problem are the analysis of theoretical sources, statistical analysis, comparison, SWOT-analysis. Statistical analysis occupies the most important place, since data on the economy state and social sphere of the region can be directly obtained from statistical databases. This article presents the main approaches to the concept of economic security in the region, defines the components of economic security, and compares the economic security of Perm Krai and a number of other regions. It was concluded that the economic security of Perm Krai is rather weak, which is connected with the influence of negative factors of the external environment (typical for the entire Russian economy in recent years), with unresolved problems in the region, which increase the negative influence of environmental factors. The materials of the article are of practical value for the organization of public administration at the regional level (at the level of the subject of the federation in Russia or at the level of regions in other countries), for making decisions related to ensuring the economic security of the region.
Prospects of Development of Silk Road Economic Belt and New Opportunities of Economic Growth
Authors: ZHARTAY Zhanibek , KHUSSAINOVA Zhibek , ABAUOVA Gulzhan , AMANZHOLOVA Botagoz
Published: September 2018

The article analyzes the genesis and the potential of the Chinese Program ‘Silk Road Economic Belt’, as well as limiting factors and perspectives of further development. The article explains the dialectical relationship and the dualistic nature of regionalization. The author's hypothesis is based on the idea that the dominant purpose of regional integration as a model of the active participation of the consolidated group of countries in the region in the globalization process of stratification of the world is the desire of the participating countries to take a higher position (stratum) in the global hierarchy, and eliminate the possibility of a drift towards the periphery. The author used the concept of methodological possibilities of the ‘theory of the new regionalism’ and geopolitical doctrine of Eurasianism to explain the background and development of the capacity of the Silk Road Economic Belt, that allow to evaluate the quantitative and qualitative parameters of the Silk Road Economic Belt functioning, limiting factors and perspectives for its further development.
The polemic of usefulness divide of causation and non-causation legal actions – chosen issues
Authors: Nowakowski Tobiasz
Published: September 2018

The author has presented different conception of dualistic divide on causation and non-causation legal actions. The analyses focuses on need to abandon that dualistic divide. The main argument is ambiguity word of causae. Author’s view is based on polish conventional legal actions theory. It professes that each legal action has got constructional and consequential principles, which are sufficient to describe consideration of them.
A de novo mutation of SMYD1 (p.F272L) is responsible for hypertrophic cardiomyopathy in a Chinese patient
Authors: Fan Liang-Liang , Ding Dong-Bo , Huang Hao , Chen Ya-Qin , Jin Jie-Yuan , Xia Kun , Xiang Rong
Published: September 2018

Background

Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) is a serious disorder and one of the leading causes of mortality worldwide. HCM is characterized as left ventricular hypertrophy in the absence of any other loading conditions. In previous studies, mutations in at least 50 genes have been identified in HCM patients.

Methods

In this research, the genetic lesion of an HCM patient was identified by whole exome sequencing. Real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR), immunofluorescence and Western blot were used to analyze the effects of the identified mutation.

Results

According to whole exome sequencing, we identified a de novo mutation (c.814T>C/p.F272L) of SET and MYND domain containing histone methyltransferase 1 (SMYD1) in a Chinese patient with HCM exhibiting syncope. We then generated HIS-SMYD1-pcDNA3.1+ (WT and c.814T>C/p.F272L) plasmids for transfection into AC16 cells to functionalize the mutation. The immunofluorescence experiments indicated that this mutation may block the SMYD1 protein from entering the nucleus. Both Western blot and real-time PCR revealed that, compared with cells transfected with WT plasmids, the expression of HCM-associated genes such as β-myosin heavy chains, SMYD1 chaperones (HSP90) and downstream targets including TGF-β were all disrupted in cells transfected with the mutant plasmid. Previous studies have demonstrated that SMYD1 plays a crucial role in sarcomere organization and heart development.

Conclusions

This novel mutation (c.814T>C/p.F272L) may be the first identified disease-causing mutation of SMYD1 in HCM patients worldwide. Our research expands the spectrum of HCM-causing genes and contributes to genetic counseling for HCM patients.
The effectiveness of group hope therapy on the mental health of type II diabetic patients referred to the diabetes clinic in South East Iran
Authors: Pouraboli Batool , Ilaghi Tayebeh , Faroukh Abazari , Kazemi Majid
Published: September 2018

Introduction

Diabetes is a common disease that, besides affecting the physical health, also affects the mental health of patients. Therefore, promoting mental health along with drug therapy seems essential. The purpose of this study was to find the effectiveness of group hope therapy on the mental health of type II diabetic patients who were referred to the diabetes clinic of Imam Reza Hospital in Sirjan City.

Materials and methods

This was a semi-experimental study. The statistical population consisted of type II diabetic patients referred to a diabetes clinic in southeastern Iran. Forty subjects were selected according to the goals of study and inclusion criteria and were assigned into intervention and control groups. The intervention group received group hope therapy in eight sessions. The instrument was General Health Questionnaire (GHQ) and was completed by both groups before and after intervention. Data were analyzed using independent t-tests and paired t-tests.

Results

The results showed that the mental health after the group hope therapy significantly increased in the study group compared to the control group (p = 0.02).

Conclusion

The results showed that the mental health of diabetic patients is more favorable using group hope therapy. This method can be used in diabetic patients.
Evaluation of Inlet Design and Flow Rate Effect on Current Density Distribution in a Microbial Electrolysis Cell Using Computational Simulation Techniques, Coupling Hydrodynamics and Bioanode Kinetics.
Authors: Reyes-Vidal Y. , López-Maldonado J. , Castañeda F. , Orozco G. , Rivera F.F.
Published: September 2018

A theoretical model that describe the effect of design and operational conditions on current density distribution in a bioelectrochemical reactor used as microbial electrolysis cell (MEC) is described in this study. This model is proposed considering an approach where a direct electron transfer mechanism from the biofilm to the electrode surface takes place (mechanism present in most of microbial systems) and is governed by a dual donor-acceptor Nernst-Monod bioelectrochemical kinetic expression. The bioelectrochemical reactor is modelled considering two flow electrochemical reactor designs (a reactor design based in literature reports and a modified system proposed by the authors) operating at different flow inlet velocities and electrical overpotentials.

Results obtained from the numerical solution shows that flow distribution is an essential aspect that impact the reactor performance, since concentration profiles and electrical potential-current distributions are strongly dependent on flow regime. Modified inlet configuration displays a more homogeneous fluid distribution and this behavior directly affects the mass transport and current density performance, as a result higher current density values are obtained for such configuration. Finally, it is expected that the information obtained from the analysis carried out in this report will provide us with a theoretical basis to realize the construction of a bioelectrochemical reactor prototype to develop the MEC concept.
Dynamic near-field heat transfer between macroscopic bodies for nanometric gaps
Authors: Sasihithlu Karthik , Agarwal Girish S.
Published: September 2018

The dynamic heat transfer between two half-spaces separated by a vacuum gap due to the coupling of their surface modes is modeled using the theory that describes the dynamic energy transfer between two coupled harmonic oscillators, each separately connected to a heat bath and with the heat baths maintained at different temperatures. The theory is applied for the case when the two surfaces are made up of a polar crystal that supports surface polaritons that can be excited at room temperature and the predicted heat transfer is compared to the steady-state heat transfer value calculated from the standard fluctuational electrodynamics theory. It is observed that for small time intervals the value of heat flux can be significantly higher than that of steady-state value.
Recent developments in the field of barrier and permeability properties of segmented polyurethane elastomers
Authors: Marcano Aracelys , Fatyeyeva Kateryna , Koun Malys , Dubuis Pascal , Grimme Marc , Marais Stéphane
Published: September 2018

Polyurethane (PU) elastomers represent an important class of segmented copolymers. Thanks to many available chemical compositions, a rather broad range of chemical, physical, and biocompatible properties of PU can be obtained. These polymers are often characterized by high tensile and tear strength, elongation, fatigue life, and wear resistance. However, their relatively high permeability towards gases and water as well as their biocompatibility still limits the PU’s practical application, especially for biomedical use, for example, in implants and medical devices. In this review, the barrier and permeability properties of segmented PUs related to their chemical structure and physical and chemical properties have been discussed, including the latest developments and different approaches to improve the PU barrier properties.
Heranwachsende im Dreieck des SGB-II-Leistungsbezugs
Authors: Singh Ajit , Engel Florian , Kreher Simone
Published: September 2018

Als Beitrag zu einer interpretativen Ungleichheits- und Armutsforschung thematisiert dieser Aufsatz methodologische und methodische Probleme, die bei der Rekonstruktion von Lebenswelten von Kindern, die von außen betrachtet in ‚prekären Verhältnissen‘ des SGB-II-Bezugs aufwachsen, zu lösen sind. Dabei schlagen wir vor, eine Brücke zwischen Armutsforschung und den New Childhood Studies zu schlagen, um die Agency von Kindern und Jugendlichen im Hinblick auf ihre subjektiven Sicht- und Erlebensweisen deutlicher hervortreten zu lassen. Zudem wird reflektiert, wie spezifische Vorstellungen und Wissensbestände über „Normalität“ in der Erhebungssituation virulent werden, die auch bis in die hermeneutische Auswertung fortwirken können. Die Triangulation verschiedener Datensorten, Verfahren und Perspektiven ermöglichte uns einen reflexiven Umgang mit den jeweiligen Wirklichkeitskonstruktionen, die auch mit Blick auf die Positionalität der Forscher_innen zum Gegenstand gemacht werden.
Delegation und Verleugnung
Authors: Flitner Elisabeth
Published: September 2018

Vorbemerkung

Das mit dem 29.03.2010 datierte Textfragment mit dem Titel „Delegation und Verleugnung“ hat Elisabeth Flitner in Reaktion auf die im März 2010 medial hochkochenden Berichte um den Missbrauchsskandal an der Odenwaldschule und die Rolle Gerold Beckers verfasst. Sie hat das Manuskript einer Reihe von Kolleginnen und Kollegen geschickt – darunter einem Mitglied der Herausgeberschaft dieser Zeitschrift –, aber im Folgenden unseres Wissens nicht weiter daran gearbeitet. Obwohl es sich lediglich um ein Fragment handelt, sehen wir in dem Text einen wichtigen Diskussionsbeitrag.

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Wir publizieren das Fragment postum mit freundlicher Genehmigung von Catherine und Thibaud Merle.

Die Herausgeberinnen und Herausgeber
Benzimidazole – Schiff bases and their complexes: synthesis, anticancer activity and molecular modeling as Aurora kinase inhibitor
Authors: Magd-El-Din Asmaa A. , Mousa Hanan A. , Labib Ammar A. , Hassan Ashraf S. , Abd El-All Amira S. , Ali Mamdouh M. , El-Rashedy Ahmed A. , El-Desoky Ahmed H.
Published: September 2018

A new series of Schiff bases containing benzіmidazole moiety 11–17 were synthesized by the reaction of 4-(1H-benzо[d]іmіdazоl-2-yl)anіline (1) with different aromatic aldehydes (4–10) via conventional heating and microwave irradiation methods. The structures of the novel Schiff bases were characterized by using different spectral data. Also, metal complexes 18–21 of compound 13 were synthesized, and their structure was confirmed by spectral measurements (IR, NMR, UV), molar conductivity, magnetic susceptibility and thermo-gravimetric analysis. The novel synthesized ligand 13 and its complexes 18–21 were tested for their in vitro antitumor activities towards breast, liver and lung cancer cell lines. Also, the acute toxicity of the prepared compounds 13 and 18–21 was determined in vivo. The results showed that the newly synthesized compounds 13 and 18–21 exhibited a significant activity against cancer, especially for complex 21, compared to standard drug doxorubicin. The molecular docking of complexes 20 and 21 has been also studied as Aurora kinase inhibitors.
Noguera Vivo. J. M. (2018). Generación efímera. Salamanca, Comunicación Social
Authors: Martínez Polo Josep Manuel
Published: September 2018

Noguera Vivo. J. M. (2018). Generación efímera. Salamanca, Comunicación Social
Hacia una historia de la educación musical en España: consideraciones en torno al caso valenciano / Towards a history of musical education in Spain: considerations around the valencian case
Authors: Botella Nicolás Ana María , Isusi Fagoaga Rosa
Published: September 2018

En este trabajo proponemos una visión globalizadora, histórica y reflexiva sobre la educación musical en la ciudad de Valencia con el objetivo de ampliar la perspectiva sobre este fenómeno y abrir un espacio de trabajo para detectar sus puntos débiles y contribuir a su mejora. Abordamos las principales instituciones y centros de música y hacemos un recorrido por los distintos planes de estudio por los que ha pasado la materia en diferentes niveles educativos. Utilizamos una metodología cualitativa y realizamos un análisis de contenido de las principales fuentes escritas documentales. Los resultados muestran ciertos paralelismos con otros lugares de España y algunas particularidades locales. Observamos una desconexión entre las diferentes instituciones educativas en la actualidad, así como también una escasa formación pedagógica y poca cohesión entre el colectivo de los profesionales de la docencia musical. Por otra parte, apreciamos una necesidad de renovación metodológica y una casi inexistente divulgación de los estudios musicológicos en el sistema educativo.
From offline to online collaboration: Theoretical approach on human cooperation studies and the sharing economy / De la colaboración fuera de línea a la línea: enfoque teórico sobre los estudios de cooperación humana y la economía colaborativa
Authors: Martos Carrion Esther
Published: September 2018

Since the mid-60´s, several scientific approaches based on social experiments, observational techniques and ethnographic methodologies have been issued seeking to explore and understand (offline) human behaviours in terms of cooperation and community building as well as selfish rational actions. However, over the last decade, an innovative socio-economic system, technologically driven and entirely based on online platforms, the sharing economy appears to disrupt stablished manners of collaboration. This study considers that, given the novelty of the sharing economy, there is still a lack of empirical studies attempting to compare and connect both offline and online forms of acting together. Thus, the main goal of this paper is to understand to what extent relevant theories on human cooperation, formulated from 1965 onwards, might be suitable for explaining the collaborative behaviour of the digitally driven sharing economy.
Estrategias para la formación profesional en periodismo radiofónico: experiencias y propuestas / Strategies for professional training in radio journalism: experiences and proposals
Authors: Costales Pérez Zenaida , Badía Valdés Ana Teresa
Published: September 2018

Esta propuesta recoge algunas bases para la formación profesional de la asignatura de Periodismo Radiofónico en la Facultad de Comunicación de la Universidad de La Habana. El texto explora en la construcción simbólica para el escenario cubano en los contextos culturales contemporáneos, sobre el eje transversal de la enseñanza radial. Interpretar la realidad y comunicarla, así como la combinación de la teoría y con la práctica  es parte de las esencias pedagógicas que contribuyen  a entender la complejidad de nuestros días. En ese escenario el profesor debe asumir un liderazgo noticioso comunicativo y pedagógico que deberá influenciar en la formación profesional.
Aproximación conceptual y longitudinal del concepto lobby / Conceptual and longitudinal approach of the LOBBY concept
Authors: Oliver González Ana Belén
Published: September 2018

Actualmente hay miles de grupos de interés o lobbies de distintos tipos y diversas procedencias. El lobby es una actividad opaca por naturaleza, mediada por el manejo de información privilegiada que reduce la maniobrabilidad democrática de actores que no han sido electos para el cargo que ocupan y sectores con poder (político, económico, mediático) y la intervención de factores externos involucrados en los procesos de toma de decisiones y políticas específicas para la primacía de intereses particulares sobre los intereses generales.  El lobbista es el intermediario que representa los intereses de las empresas y de las organizaciones empresariales mediante la persuasión y el talento, ya que para poder influir hay que saber persuadir, ante los distintos poderes establecidos gracias al manejo de información privilegiada que poseen.
Escuela prenatal de padres y madres. ¿Dónde está el libro de instrucciones? / Parents' prenatal school. Where is the instructions booklet?
Authors: Cruz Cruz Purificación , Sánchez Baillo Alicia , Hidalgo Robles Alvaro
Published: September 2018

El periodo prenatal resulta ser el momento fundamental donde la pareja centra su atención en la preparación de cada uno de los aspectos relacionados con la llegada del nuevo miembro de la familia. Cuando llega el momento del nacimiento los padres se encuentran con situaciones complejas para las que no han sido preparados y que  responden a la típica y cómica pregunta de ¿dónde está el libro de instrucciones?Si pretendemos que nuestros hijos gocen de un correcto y completo desarrollo, debemos conseguir un equilibrio y una buena relación entre los aspectos de su equilibrio integral: físico, conductual y  emocional, a través de un trabajo conjunto, coordinado y eficaz. El momento ideal para ese trabajo conjunto, para el desarrollo de esa preparación, es en el periodo prenatal. Así podemos favorecer la prevención,  fortalecer la estimulación, y acompañar en la dubitación. A través de este trabajo se pretende demostrar que las escuelas de padres prenatales resultan un recurso muy útil para orientar y ayudar a las familias en el trabajo al que se tendrán que enfrentar, facilitándoles el día a día en esta ardua y compleja labor que resulta ser padre y madre. Para verificar dicha hipótesis hemos llevado a cabo una intervención con un grupos de parejas que esperan un bebé, convocados a través de servicios sanitarios, y analizados los resultados. Destacando, principalmente, el gran interés despertado y el deseo de seguir participando en el proceso de “educación para aprender a educar”.
Proceso de aprehensión de identidad profesional en enfermería
Authors: González-Aguilar Abigain , Vázquez-Cataño Fabiola , Almazán-Tlalpan Berenice , Morales-Nieto Arelia , García-Solano Beatriz
Published: September 2018

Introducción: La identidad profesional en enfermería, se establece al final de la vida académica, luego de haber vivido una serie de situaciones combinadas, tanto personales como del contexto social; además del desarrollo de habilidades técnicas y de juicio crítico adquiridas en las instituciones generadoras de conocimiento. El objetivo es describir el proceso que viven los estudiantes de enfermería para aprehender la identidad profesional. Materiales y Métodos: Teoría fundamentada, los participantes se reclutaron mediante la técnica de bola de nieve, se realizaron seis entrevistas semi-estructuradas en seis estudiantes de octavo semestre de Licenciatura en Enfermería. Resultados: La identidad profesional se define como un proceso, cuyos insumos son las experiencias vividas, tanto personales como del contexto, que al someterse a cuatro etapas, interactivas y dadas por la proyección del estudiante, elección de una profesión, preparación académica y práctica del conocimiento, dan como resultado la aprehensión de identidad profesional en enfermería. Discusión: Algunos autores refieren que enfermería posee elementos que la distinguen como disciplina profesional, las prácticas de cuidado y los conocimientos teóricos van a la par, cuanto más conocimiento y práctica tenga mejor será el cuidado que se brinde, hechos que fortalecen la identidad profesional de enfermería. Conclusiones: La identidad profesional emerge como un proceso, al finalizar el mismo es cuando los estudiantes de enfermería aprehenden dicha identidad profesional, hecho contrario en otras disciplinas del área de la salud.Como citar este artículo: González-Aguilar A, Vázquez-Cataño F, Almazán-Tlalpan B, Morales-Nieto A, García-Solano B. Proceso de aprehensión de identidad profesional en enfermería. Rev Cuid. 2018; 9(3): 1-12. http://dx.doi.org/10.15649/cuidarte.v9i3.519
Rereading the Future
Authors: Port Cynthia
Published: September 2018

I noticed the dynamic relation between age and narrative the second time i read edith wharton'sthe house of mirth.on my first experience of reading the novel, as an undergraduate of eighteen, I was engaged by its thwarted love story and saddened by Lily Bart's tragic but honorable end. When I reread the novel in graduate school, however, I was about to turn twenty-nine, the age at which Lily's marriage prospects and high expectations for the future begin to fade. Although Lily is widely admired for her remarkable beauty, readers are alerted in the novel's opening pages to the incipient erosion of that beauty. Even as Lawrence Selden finds his eyes “refreshed” when he catches a glimpse of Lily at Grand Central Station, remarking that “he had never seen her more radiant” (37), he credits this impression to the way her dark hat and veil have temporarily restored “the girlish smoothness, the purity of tint, that she was beginning to lose after eleven years of late hours and indefatigable dancing” (38). While Selden silently muses about her age (“here was nothing new about Lily Bart. … [H]ad she indeed reached the nine-and-twentieth birthday with which her rivals credited her?” [37–38]), Lily declares that she's “as old as the hills” (38); she perceives that “people are getting tired” of her and saying she “ought to marry” (42). Lily is ambivalent about marriage as her “vocation” (as Selden puts it [43]) but undertakes this quest. By the end of the novel, having lost her social and economic standing and failed to secure a husband—and thereby a future—she puts her affairs in order and overdoses on chloral (43). Her age is certainly not the only factor contributing to her decline: Selden's continuing fascination with Lily affirms that she has remained dis-tractingly attractive (even if, perhaps, “ever so slightly brightened by art” [39]), and the novel attributes her social descent more directly to her financial circumstances than to her age. Nevertheless, the opening scene ofThe House of Mirthemphatically establishes twenty-nine as a precipice over which Lily Bart falls to her doom.
EBUBEKİR PAŞA’NIN İSTANBUL’DAKİ SIBYAN MEKTEBİ VE SEBİL VAKFININ 1867-68 YILLARINA AİT MUHASEBE DEFTERLERİ ÜZERİNDEN VAKIFLARDAKİ KAYIT DÜZENİ VE DİNAMİK YAPI
Authors: ŞENSOY Fatma
Published: September 2018

Vakıf sistemi sosyal güvenliğin temel kurumu olduğu kadar eğitim, kültür, diyanet, bayındırlık, sosyal yardım ve sağlık yatırımlarını yürüten mali ve hukuki bir kurumdur. Vakıf kurucuları vakfiyelerinde toplumun geneline hizmet etmek için idealize ettikleri hizmetleri sıralamışlardır. Bu hizmetlerin sonsuza değin sürmesi amaçlanmıştır. Vakıfların yüzyıllar boyunca yaşadığı süreç, hukuki altyapı, güçlü mali kaynaklar ve denetim sistemi ile oluşmuş ve gelişmiştir. Osmanlı mali geleneği içinde denetlemeye dayalı ve muhasebenin bilgi verme özelliklerine uygun muhasebe kültürünü, vakıflarda tutulmuş muhasebe defterlerinden okumak mümkündür. Bir başka açıdan bakıldığında vakıf medeniyetinin yüzyıllar boyunca yaşamasında bu etkin, denetleyen kayıt düzeninin önemli rolü olduğu görülmektedir.
MÜSLÜMANLARIN GÖZÜNDEN I. HAÇLI SEFERİ VE SELÇUKLULARIN HAÇLILARA KARŞI SAVUNMASI
Authors: ODABAŞI Zehra
Published: September 2018

Haçlı Seferleri, Doğu ve Batı ya da Müslümanlar ile Hıristiyanlar arasında yaşanan ve yaklaşık iki yüzyıllık dönemi kapsayan bir mücadele sürecidir. Bununla birlikte Haçlı Seferleri üzerine yapılan akademik araştırmaların büyük bir kısmı Avrupa merkezlidir ve Ortaçağ Batı dünyası uzmanlarınca yazılmıştır. Müslüman perspektifine ilişkin izlenimleri eksik ve çarpık olan bu bakış açısının değiştirilmesi, Haçlı Seferleri Tarihini yeniden ve Doğu/Müslüman bakış açısıyla ele almakla mümkündür. Bu çalışmada, I. Haçlı Seferi ekseninde Haçlı Seferlerine karşı Müslümanların ilk tepkileri, Selçuklu Devleti'nin içinde bulunduğu durum ve Selçuklu başkenti İznik'in Haçlılar tarafından ele geçirilişinden sonra Frenkler ile Türkler arasında meydana gelen mücadeleler ile Urfa ve Antakya şehirlerinin düşüşü ele alınacaktır. Araştırmanın kaynaklarını konu ile ilgili vakayinameler, tezkireler ve coğrafya eserleri oluşturmaktadır.
Awareness and Use of Government Information in Digital Form by Social Science Researchers
Authors: Chand B. B. , Ramesha
Published: September 2018

Governments generate various types of information in different formats. To facilitate transparency and accountability, governments across countries make information available to citizens. Social science researchers use this information for studying different social and economic issues. The present study analyses the level of awareness among social science researchers regarding the perceived information quality, accessibility and relevance to their research. The digital documents are preferred more than the print and other formats in which government information is available. The purpose for which they use government information available in digital form has been studied along with the frequency of use of different kinds of government information. The study observes that social science researchers rank most government information as high quality and relevant to their research besides using frequently. Although there is no gender difference observed with respect to the use of government information, there is a significant difference between researchers in the domain of economics and other social science researchers so far as access to statistical information is concerned.
BEŞERİ SERMAYE VE EKONOMİK BÜYÜME: GELİŞMEKTE OLAN ÜLKELER İÇİN BİR PANEL VERİ ANALİZİ
Authors: Balmumcu Özgür , Bozkurt Kurtuluş
Published: September 2018

Çalışmanın odaklandığı konu,
beşeri sermaye ve ekonomik büyüme arasındaki ilişkidir. Çalışmanın temel amacı;
1980’lerden bu yana birçok iktisatçının üzerinde araştırmalar ve analizler
yaptığı beşeri sermaye ile ekonomik büyüme arasındaki ilişkinin ampirik olarak test
edilmesidir. Çalışmada öncelikle konuyla ilgili literatür incelenerek detaylı
biçimde ortaya konulmuş ve panel eş-bütünleşme analiz yöntemi kullanılarak
ekonomik büyüme ile beşeri sermaye arasındaki ilişki ampirik olarak test
edilmiştir. Çalışmada kullanılan veriler Penn World Tables (PWT9)’dan elde
edilmiştir. Türkiye’nin de dâhil edildiği 30 gelişmekte olan ülke için
1970-2014 dönemini kapsayan bir panel veri seti oluşturulmuştur. Diğer taraftan, Westerlund’un yapısal kırılmaları da dikkate alınarak
panel eş-bütünleşme analizi uygulanmış ve sonuçlar analiz edilmiştir. Geride
bırakılan bütün bu aşama ve analizlerin ardından, beşeri sermaye ile ekonomik büyüme
arasında bir eş-bütünleşeme ilişkisinin olduğu sonucuna ulaşılmıştır.
Análise do registro de agrotóxico no direito ambiental brasileiro
Authors: Milkiewicz Larissa , Souza Lima José Edmilson De
Published: September 2018

Este artigo aborda a dimensão do registro do agrotóxico no ordenamento jurídico brasileiro, a partir da previsão constitucional de que todos possuem o direito a um meio ambiente ecologicamente equilibrado e a uma vida sadia. Para tanto, o objetivo desta pesquisa é aferir as possíveis lacunas normativas. Assim, estudou o contexto histórico em que o agrotóxico foi inserido no cenário mundial; a previsão da matéria na Constituição Federal de 1988 e a relação com o Princípio da Precaução. Conclui-se que a Lei que disciplina os agrotóxicos é ineficaz. Além disso, constatou-se que não existem políticas públicas que visam à conscientização dos produtores rurais acerca dos efeitos negativos dos agrotóxicos. Por fim, averiguou-se que a previsão legal de um sistema de informações dos agrotóxicos até o presente momento não foi instalado.
A construção complexa do desenvolvimento: uma análise pelo prisma da teoria da complexidade
Authors: Ribeiro Santiago Mariana , Andrade Sinara Lacerda
Published: September 2018

O presente artigo analisa a aplicação da teoria da complexidade, de Edgar Morin, ao estudo do desenvolvimento. O estudo justifica-se pela percepção de que os conflitos que atingem a sociedade global na atualidade demandam soluções complexas, estimulando o desenvolvimento nacional e transnacional. Objetiva-se aprofundar a discussão sobre complexidade aplicada ao desenvolvimento, propondo uma mudança de paradigma no estudo do tema, de forma compatível com os desafios da sociedade contemporânea. Para tanto, aborda-se, no primeiro tópico, a teoria da complexidade e seus princípios. Após isso, é realizada uma exposição de diversas teorias sobre o desenvolvimento. Por fim, destaca-se  os principais pontos do pensamento de Morin sobre desenvolvimento, dentro da visão complexa, num paralelo com as demais teorias sobre a matéria. Para a concretização da pesquisa observou-se o método bibliográfico, acompanhado do método  dialético na abordagem. Em conclusão, nota-se que a visão complexa do desenvolvimento é capaz de captar as qualidades da teoria do desenvolvimento sustentável e, ao mesmo tempo, responder a algumas críticas sofridas por esta.
Landscape structure affects bird community in Bogor, West Java
Authors: Kaban Aronika , Mardiastuti Ani , Prasetyo Lilik Budi
Published: September 2018

Birds have different responses to landscape modification, depends on its adaptation to the environment. The purposes of this study were to identify bird communities in several landscape types and to analyze the landscape structures that affect bird communities. The study was conducted from April to August 2016 at 29 landscapes in the city of Bogor. The landscapes were categorized into four types based on their fragmentation stages: intact, variegated, fragmented, and relict. Birds were surveyed using point count. Bird diversity was calculated using Shanon-Wienner Index, followed by Kruskal-Wallis statistical analysis, the similarity of communities was tested using Bray-Curtis. The landscape structures were quantified using 7 variables and measured using ArcGis patch analyst. Total 8,967 individuals from 75 species and 36 families were recorded. Similarity analysis of the bird community suggested that intact landscapes were clustered separately, while other three types were clustered together. The results showed that the abundance and species richness were higher in intact landscape. Bird diversity in Bogor becomes higher when the total edge, the mean shape index, and the shannon evenness index become smaller.
Ezetimibe prevents myocardial remodeling in an obese rat model by inhibiting inflammation
Authors: Li Xiao-Xing , Zhao Lang , Chang Ying , Liu Bao-Shan , Xu Feng , Zhang Cheng , Ji Xiao-Ping , Chen Yu-Guo , Li Chuanbao
Published: September 2018

Inflammation plays an important role in obesity. This study aimed to investigate the effects of ezetimibe on improvement of inflammation and myocardial remodeling in obese rats. A rat model of obesity was established and myocardial damage was examined by transmission electron microscopy and Masson staining. Twenty obese rats were divided into two groups (n=10): obese group and ezetimibe group. Ten SD rats were used as controls. Western blot was used to monitor the expression of P-p38MAPK, interleukin-6. Immunohistochemical staining was used to monitor the expression of intercellular adhesion molecule-1 and vascular cell adhesion molecule-1.In obese group rats, we found increased inflammation factors and myocardial hypertrophy. In ezetimibe group, we found decreased expression of inflammation factors and improvement of myocardial remodeling compared to obese group. Mechanistically, we found that ezetimibe decreased P-p38MAPK, interleukin-6, intercellular adhesion molecule-1 and vascular cell adhesion molecule-1 levels in the hearts of obese rats. Taken together, these results indicate that ezetimibe may improve myocardial remodeling in obese rats by inhibiting inflammation.
Effect of media content and media use habits on aggressive behaviors in the adolescents
Authors: Akçay Duygu , Akçay Bülent Devrim
Published: September 2018

Objective: This
study aims to assess the effect of media content and media use habits on
aggression in adolescents. Methods: This
descriptive study was conducted between December 28, 2015 and January 7, 2016.
The study sample consisted of 406 (66% male, 44% female, mean age: 15.16 ± 1.56
years) students who were registered in two schools in the provincial center of
Konya, Turkey during the 2015-2016 academic year. Results: Surveyed aggression
scores were higher in students who were frequently exposed to violent media (p < 0.001). The aggression scores
were positively correlated with viewing television, DVDs, films/movies, playing
computer/console games, using the Internet, listening to music, playing games
on mobile phones, and total screen time and negatively correlated with
participating in sports and reading newspapers and books.

Conclusion: Health
professionals should provide parents, educators, and children with information
and advice on the attentive use of media
and the negative health effects related to its uncontrolled use.
Development of a Telehealth-Coordinated Intervention to Improve Access to Community-Based Mental Health
Authors: Contreras Sandra , Porras-Javier Lorena , Zima Bonnie T. , Soares Neelkamal , Park Christine , Patel Alpa , Chung Paul J. , Coker Tumaini R.
Published: September 2018

Objective: To develop an intervention to improve the mental health referral and care process for children referred by primary care providers (PCPs) to community mental health clinics (MHCs) using a community partnered approach.Design: A Project Working Group (PWG) with representatives from each partner orga­nization met monthly for 6 months.Setting: Multi-site federally qualified health center (FQHC) and two community MHCs in Los Angeles county.Participants: 26 stakeholders (14 FQHC clinic providers/staff, 8 MHC providers/staff, 4 parents) comprised the PWG.Data Sources: Qualitative interviews, PWG meeting notes, intervention processes and workflow reports.Intervention: The PWG reviewed qualita­tive data from stakeholders (interviews of 7 parents and 13 providers/staff). The PWG met monthly to identify key transition points where access to and coordination of care were likely compromised and to develop solutions.Results: Three critical transition points and system solutions were identified: 1) Parents refuse initial referral to the MHC due to stigma regarding mental health services. Solution: During initial referral, parents watch a video introducing them to the MHC. 2) Parents don’t complete the MHC’s screening after referral. Solution: A live videoconference session connecting parents at the FQHC with MHC staff ensures completion of the screening and eligibility process. 3) PCPs reject transfer of patients back to primary care for ongoing psycho­tropic medication management. Solution: Regularly scheduled live videoconferences connect PCPs and MHC providers.Conclusions: A community partnered ap­proach to care design utilizing telehealth for care coordination between clinics can potentially be used to address key chal­lenges in MHC access for children.Ethn Dis. 2018;28(Suppl 2):457-466; doi:10.18865/ed.28.S2.457.
Telework as a Labor Satisfaction Strategy. Findings in Emerging Economies
Authors: Gutierrez-Diez Maria del Carmen , Aguilar Alma Lilia Sapien , Howlet Laura Cristina Pinon
Published: September 2018

Satisfaction and flexibility at work are fundamental for new generations. Telework is conceptualized as a modality that allows the employee to work from a place other than the traditional office, usually from home, making use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT). This research seeks to relate job satisfaction and teleworking. After a literature review, a survey was designed and sent to Mexican teleworkers. It was found that although there is a clear relationship between job satisfaction and use of telework modality among these employees, there are still issues to resolve among them. Findings show that it is difficult for workers to obtain a balance between time and space devoted to work while they are at home, and the most complicated activity seems to be finding time to do exercise.
An Empirical Analysis of the Effect of Poverty on Health Care Utilization in Kenya
Authors: Musyoka Peter K. , Korir Julius , Omolo Jacob , Nzai Charles C.
Published: September 2018

Background Good health is a fundamental huma right, a valued asset, and a prerequisite for improved productivity. However, high poverty can lead to under utilization or lack of utilization of health care leading to poor health. Thus, poverty reduction and improvement of health care utilization are important in ensuring enjoyment of good health. Since 1982, poverty has remained above 40 per cent despite Kenya’s commitment to poverty reduction. Kenya’s health indicators have also not been impressive and health care utilization has remained low. Evidence shows that those who fell sick and reported lack of finances as the main reason for not seeking medical attention constituted 44 per cent, 38 per cent and 21.4 per cent in 2003, 2007 and 2013, respectively. These statistics point to poor health care utilization due to poverty. In Kenya, studies have concentrated on small segments of the population or parts of the country hence limiting generalization of the findings. Objective The objective of this paper was to determine the effect of poverty on health care utilization in Kenya. Method The study used a Negative Binomial Regression and the 2013 Kenya Household Expenditure and Utilization Survey dataset. The study also used Two Stage Residual Inclusion approach and a Control Function Approach to test and control for potential endogeneity and unobserved heterogeneity problems, respectively. Results The estimation results showed that reduction in poverty increased health care utilization. Other factors that had a positive and statistically significant effect on health care utilization were household size, early levels of education, and distance to the nearest health facility. Conclusion The study concludes that health care utilization is negatively affected by poverty other factors held constant. Thus, policies and strategies aimed at reducing poverty are needed. In particular the study recommends introduction of universal health care for all.
A Review on the Economic Instability and Derivative Market of Pakistan
Authors: Perveen Sadia , Ahmed Masood , Begum Rukhshinda
Published: September 2018

This study covers the different problems of derivative market in Pakistan. Economic instability is the main constraint of derivative market in Pakistan. Due to instable economic conditions and restricted environment, corporate sector has not reflected significant participation in derivative market of Pakistan. Lack of infrastructure, political instability, ineffective governance, inexperience and unaware market participants are the other problems of Pakistan derivative market. Hence, literature is reviewed and analyzed due to unavailability of appropriate data for this study. Findings of the study have suggested that derivatives are an effective risk mitigating tool on one hand whereas on the other side, highly speculative activities in derivative market may be harmful for the financial markets and economic growth. In Pakistan perspective, all the players of financial market have adopted adequate risk mitigating strategies to avoid any adverse market scenario. Speculative activities are highly restricted due to economic instability as Pakistan is not in a position to absorb any financial shocks or crisis. The main regulatory authorities of this particular market are State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) and Security and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP). These regulators are keenly observing market and taking necessary actions to prevent any adverse conditions. However, in developing economies these complex instruments create new risks which are badly affecting the whole economy.
Robot Publicitario Aplicado A La Pedagogía Infantil
Authors: Buenaño Gladys Urquizo , Gavilanes Javier , Vaca Isabel , Villagómez Leonela , Llerena Angel
Published: September 2018

This paper focuses on presenting the design and build up of an interactive didactic robot. Its structure has an omnidirectional traction with WIFI communication for sending and receiving information between the user and the robot. Its structure is made up of two screens: one on the top of the robot, simulating a head, and another one on the front of its figure. It has a camera to obtain "vision" and proximity sensors to create a symbiosis relationship with the user. To control the devices, a Raspberry Pi 3 and an Arduino 328 card were used under a master slave system. The structure of the robot was designed using a 3D modeling, and the parts were created using a 3D printing. It has the following functions: manual control, tell a story, dance, advertising or game modes that can be selected from the user interface. This prototype places an emphasis on presenting applications that stimulate learning and logical understanding in children, leaving the possibility of being reprogrammed to add functions.
Legal Regulations for Advertising Vocational Education and Training Services: Case Study of Lithuania
Authors: Tutlys Vidmantas , Gedviliene Genute , Vaiciukyniene Skaiste
Published: September 2018

The European Commission’s Europe 2020 strategy calls for the enhancement the attractiveness of vocational education and training. This article aims to disclose and critically discuss the requirements defined in legislation of Lithuania for advertising VET services with reference to the context of the improvement of the VET image in society. It seeks to determine the requirements stipulated in legislation of Lithuania for advertising VET services and to evaluate the information on admissions to institutions of vocational education and training on their web pages according to the criterion of truthfulness of advertising. The article may be useful for professionals who work or will work with marketing communication in the future. It can be used as a manual of how to inform customers about VET services properly. The methods applied in this research are content analysis of scientific literature and legal documents, linguistic, comparative, systematic and logical interpretation methods of law, and a qualitative content analysis used for the case study. The content of the training service and not the subjective image is the actual marketing object, because the content provides an advantage that ensures good market positions in increasingly competitive market of VET provision. The image of initial vocational education is determined not so much by the actions of society, but by the vocational training systems themselves, or more specifically by the targeted efforts of its participants to improve the quality of initial vocational education, responding to the public challenges and communicating this message to the interested audiences in the communication process.
Impact of Industrial Hollowing on Regional Economic Growth Rate: An Empirical Analysis based on Shanghai’s Data
Authors: Bai Yajie , Wu Maoguo
Published: September 2018

The relation between industrial hollowing-out and Shanghai’s economic growth rate was analyzed by using ordinary least squares and ECM regression model. Data used in the empirical test was a monthly time series data from January 2003 to February 2017. Empirical results show Industrial producer price index, and the total amount of imports has a positive relationship with economic growth rate. However, fixed asset investment, land use cost, and labor resources cost have a negative impact on economic growth rate.
Are Innovation Output and Economic Output Strongly Related in Emerging Industrial Clusters? Evidence from China
Authors: Li Yingbo , Li Yan , Lei Zhen , Liu Qiuya
Published: September 2018

For many countries, innovation-driven development has become a prevalent consensus because innovation can effectively stimulate economic growth. Emerging industries are innovation-intensive with high potential economic benefit. However, is it assured that high innovation output means high economic benefit? In October of 2010, China State Council initiated the Decision of Speeding up Cultivation and Development of Strategic Emerging Industries, signifying top-down policy mobilization to advance emerging industries. According to seven types of emerging industries defined in the Decision, we collected data from official industrial databases to figure out spatial divergence of emerging industries in terms of innovation output and economic benefit over the years from 2000 to 2011. We construct twodimension scatter diagrams based on number of granted patents as the indicator of innovation output and industrial locational quotient as the indicator of industrial economic benefit. The result shows that China has seen preliminary spatial clustering of key emerging industries across regions and industries in the light of innovation output and economic benefit. However, not all regions with high innovation output have high economic benefit. The spatial divergence is closely related to region-specific and industry-specific characteristics. We offer policy implications to facilitate targeted emerging industries with more detailed policy and regional endowment.