bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Reproduction, feeding and migration patterns of Prochilodus nigricans (Characiformes: Prochilodontidae) in northeastern Ecuador
Authors: Silva Eddy A. , Stewart Donald J.
Published: October 2017

ABSTRACT The black prochilodus, Prochilodus nigricans, is an important food fish distributed throughout aquatic habitats of the Ecuadorian Amazon. We sampled gonad weight, body condition, and feeding of this species to address the question of whether changes in these biological parameters are related to hydrological variation and migration patterns. High frequency of empty stomachs and poor body condition corresponded to migration periods. Gonad condition analysis revealed a single, discrete spawning period in April (end of rising water season). We synthesized our own and published observations on migration patterns of black prochilodus and presumptive factors that influence those movements. Mature individuals make lateral migrations from peripheral flooded habitats to large white water rivers to spawn. Eggs and larvae drift downstream to nurseries at least into Peru and perhaps into Brazil; there do not appear to be nursery habitats in Ecuador. After 6-18 months, they migrate upstream, recruiting to parental stocks. Long-distance migrations of black prochilodus and similar fishes in Neotropical rivers disobey political boundaries. Conservation and management of such migratory fishes, thus, requires international co-operation and integrated conservation efforts.
O JORNAL ESCOLAR COMO MÍDIA CONTRA-HEGEMÔNICA - JORNALISMO DE ESCOLA NÃO MODELADO PELO JORNALISMO COMERCIAL DOMINANTE
Authors: Bonini Adair
Published: October 2017

Resumo Neste trabalho é analisada a influência de jornais alternativos no processo de configuração midiática de um jornal escolar. Trata-se de uma experiência de ensino e aprendizagem de Língua Portuguesa desenvolvida em uma escola da rede municipal de ensino da cidade de Florianópolis/SC, Brasil, da qual participaram 25 estudantes, a professora, e dois pesquisadores. Nessa experiência, desenvolvida sob a égide da Análise Crítica de Gêneros (BONINI 2011; 2013), foram utilizados, como base do trabalho pedagógico, jornais alternativos - de bairro, de igreja, de partido, etc. Buscou-se, neste estudo, considerando as fases do processo de produção do jornal escolar, verificar o tipo de mídia construída e se ela se alinharia, em alguma medida, com um perfil de mídia contra-hegemônica.
A DIMENSÃO VALORATIVA EM DISCURSOS SOBRE O USO DE CITAÇÕES NA ESCRITA DE TEXTOS CIENTÍFICOS
Authors: Bessa José Cezinaldo Rocha
Published: October 2017

Resumo Fundamentado na concepção dialógica da linguagem do Círculo de Bakhtin, segundo a qual os valores ideológicos constituem a linguagem humana, e em trabalhos sobre escrita científica, sobretudo em perspectiva enunciativa e discursiva, este texto apresenta um estudo sobre a dimensão valorativa que subjaz ao discurso sobre o uso de citações nas práticas comunicativas da esfera acadêmico-científica. De natureza interpretativa e assumindo uma abordagem qualitativa, o trabalho realiza um exame de manuais de metodologia do trabalho científico e de redação científica que circulam no universo acadêmico e no mercado editorial brasileiro. O estudo feito indica que os discursos materializados nos manuais de metodologia do trabalho científico e de redação científica analisados disseminam valores que colaboram para um quadro de exigências paradoxais, que pode muito mais confundir e desorientar o estudante em formação em pesquisa que contribuir efetivamente para uma prática comunicativa científica criativa, adequada e relevante.
A Resolução de Problemas de Produto Cartesiano por Alunos do Ensino Fundamental
Authors: Magina Sandra Maria Pinto , Spinillo Alina Galvão , Melo Lianny Milenna de Sá
Published: October 2017

Resumo: O estudo investigou a resolução de problemas de produto cartesiano diretos (requer a multiplicação para sua resolução) e inverso (requer a divisão para sua resolução) por alunos do Ensino Fundamental, examinando o nível de complexidade deles e os procedimentos adotados por esses alunos em função do tipo de problema. Solicitou-se que 269 alunos do 3º ao 5º ano, entre 8 e 10 anos, resolvessem um problema de produto cartesiano direto e outro inverso. Como esperado, o problema inverso foi o mais difícil. As estratégias mostraram que os níveis de raciocínio combinatório variavam em função do tipo de problema. Observou-se uma progressão no processo de resolução de problemas de produto cartesiano diretos, mas não nos inversos.
O Processo de Elaboração dos Planos Municipais de Educação na Região do Grande ABC
Authors: Garcia Paulo Sérgio , Bizzo Nélio
Published: October 2017

Resumo: Este estudo analisou o processo de elaboração dos Planos Municipais de Educação da região do ABC (São Paulo - Brasil), colocando a análise em uma moldura mais ampla para compreender as influências realizadas pelo movimento de Lésbicas, Gays, Bissexuais e Travestis (LGBT) e aquelas praticadas pela igreja católica. Um estudo de caso foi utilizado como abordagem metodológica. Os resultados revelaram o aligeiramento na elaboração dos planos, a interferência da igreja sobre os vereadores, ratificando sua influência, que é histórica no Brasil, e o enfraquecimento da educação em relação ao preconceito e à discriminação, demandas reconhecidas do movimento LGBT. Esses resultados são importantes para provocar o debate nas Secretarias de Educação e nas universidades.
Symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder after exposure to biological material
Authors: Januário Gabriela da Cunha , Carvalho Priscila do Carmo Freitas de , Moraes Juliano Teixeira , Santos Mariana Alvina dos , Gir Elucir , Toffano Silmara Elaine Malaguti
Published: October 2017

Abstract Objective: To track symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) according to scores of the Impact of Event Scale-Revised (IES-R) in nursing staff exposed to accidents with biological material, from October 2014 to May 2016, in a philanthropic hospital in the state of Minas Gerais. Methods: Retrospective, descriptive study with a quantitative approach. Inferential analysis was performed using a 95% confidence interval, p ≤ 0.05. The data were collected considering all the ethical aspects described in resolution 466/2012. Results: The majority of workers were nursing technicians (52.5%), female (91.8%), with a mean age of 31.4 years (SD 7.5), the majority of exposures being percutaneous (60.7%). Of all individuals, 19.6% presented scores above 5.6, showing signs of PTSD. Individuals who had suffered accidents more than six months previously (p = 0.025) had significantly higher scores than those who had been exposure for less than three months. Conclusion: The study highlights the need for the use of validated instruments for the evaluation of fear, anxiety, stress, and other psychological reactions that characterize PTSD, as well as the provision of psychological care for workers exposed to biological material.
Consumo de água e energia em canteiros de obra: um estudo de caso do diagnóstico a ações visando à sustentabilidade
Authors: Marques Cristian Teixeira , Gomes Bárbara Maria Fritzen , Brandli Luciana Londero
Published: October 2017

Resumo No contexto do desenvolvimento sustentável, a indústria da construção civil enfrenta desafios, entre eles a busca por maiores níveis de qualidade e eficiência em seus processos produtivos e no consumo dos recursos naturais. Este artigo tem o objetivo de apresentar uma análise do consumo de energia e de água durante a fase construtiva das edificações, demonstrando medidas que podem ser adotadas no processo de produção a fim de reduzir o consumo dos referidos insumos e melhorar o desempenho dos processos em uma construtora. A pesquisa foi realizada em seis obras de uma construtora na cidade de Passo Fundo, RS, mediante o monitoramento dos consumos mensais ao longo de 5 anos. Como resultados são propostas ações econômicas, tecnológicas e sociais para melhorias nesses indicadores. Os resultados demonstram que são necessários o monitoramento e a gestão contínua do consumo de água e energia dentro dos canteiros de obra. Entre as ações sugeridas destaca-se o comprometimento da direção da empresa com a eficiência no uso dos recursos na obra.
Medição e modelagem simplificada da vegetação para simulação digital da iluminação natural
Authors: Lima Eliana de Fátima Costa , Leder Solange Maria
Published: October 2017

Resumo Prever o efeito da vegetação arbórea no desempenho da iluminação natural é uma tarefa complexa e difícil, pois depende da reprodução precisa da passagem da luz através de suas copas. Variáveis como tamanho da folha, sua forma, refletância e transparência, entre outras, devem ser consideradas. Assim, modelar uma árvore reproduzindo exatamente a situação real é impraticável, não só devido à quantidade e complexidade das variáveis, como também por causa da sobrecarga do modelo. Nesse quadro, esta pesquisa tem por objetivos: aprimorar um método de medição da permeabilidade da vegetação arbórea à passagem da luz natural, que chamamos de "fração de lacuna da copa", utilizando a fotografia hemisférica e a análise de imagens; e aplicar as medidas resultantes em modelos digitais tridimensionais simplificados, para utilização em simulação computacional da luz natural. Três modelos experimentais, denominados de "persianas", "translúcido" e "frestas", foram desenvolvidos para simular quatro espécies arbóreas. Os níveis de iluminação em situação real e simulada de cada um foram comparados e validados segundo os indicadores MBE e RMSE relativos. O modelo "frestas", por exemplo, mostrou-se adequado às espécies pitombeira e carolina, com MBE relativo de 0,21 e -0,12 e RMSE relativo de 0,02 e 0,03 respectivamente, o que comprova a pertinência do método desenvolvido.
Customização em massa no processo de provisão de Habitações de Interesse Social: um estudo de caso
Authors: Taube Jaqueline , Hirota Ercília Hitomi
Published: October 2017

Resumo Pesquisas têm demonstrado que os projetos de habitação de interesse social (HIS) desenvolvidos no Brasil não têm atendido às reais necessidades dos usuários, o que acarreta inúmeras adaptações e ampliações, que implicam dispêndio de recursos financeiros, já bastante escassos para essa camada da população, e prejuízos à qualidade da habitação. Este artigo apresenta resultados de uma pesquisa cujo objetivo foi verificar a aplicabilidade da Customização em Massa (CM), utilizada pela indústria de manufatura para melhor atender às demandas dos clientes, no contexto da produção de HIS no PMCMV. A pesquisa consistiu na sistematização da revisão de literatura, buscando uma síntese conceitual sobre CM, e no desenvolvimento de um estudo de caso em companhia de habitação. Este estudo compreendeu uma análise de requisitos de um empreendimento HIS com 2 anos de uso para verificar as características e a diversidade de requisitos não atendidos, e um mapeamento de fluxo de informações, desde o cadastramento de famílias interessadas em HIS (demanda) até a entrega das chaves às famílias contempladas, para identificar barreiras e oportunidades de uso da CM. Os resultados indicam a aplicabilidade da CM segmentada e, com uso de tecnologia pré-fabricada, a possibilidade de inserção de captura de requisitos específicos do cliente antes da entrega das habitações.
Avaliação da qualidade de vida urbana nos condomínios horizontais da cidade de João Pessoa, PB
Authors: Lira Anneliese Heyden Cabral de , Silveira José Augusto Ribeiro da , Ribeiro Edson Leite , Silva Milena Dutra da , Passos Luciana Andrade dos
Published: October 2017

Resumo Este artigo tem como tema a qualidade de vida urbana nos condomínios horizontais localizados na cidade de João Pessoa, PB. Essa modalidade residencial tem se proliferado e tem movimentado consideravelmente o mercado imobiliário local, com a premissa de que a "qualidade de vida" no interior dos condomínios é superior ao padrão urbano encontrado na cidade extramuros. No entanto, não existem pesquisas locais a partir de métodos científicos que mensurem essa mencionada "qualidade de vida". Desse modo, com base no método "Índice da Qualidade de Vida Urbana de João Pessoa" (IQVU-JP), este estudo procura preencher tal lacuna ao investigar a qualidade de vida urbana nesses empreendimentos, com ênfase em seu entorno e sua relação com a tessitura urbana. Os principais resultados desta pesquisa apontam para a importância da localização na determinação da qualidade de vida urbana, uma vez que os atributos locacionais traduzem as facilidades ou deficiências das oportunidades e dos acessos urbanos. A investigação também demonstrou que a qualidade de vida urbana aferida não condiz com o que é propagado pela mídia e pelo mercado imobiliário local, que atribui valores positivos às áreas consideradas distantes com baixa densidade urbana e ao isolamento físico e social.
The effect of nanoparticles on the properties of calcium aluminate cement pastes at high temperatures
Authors: Jiang Chaohua , Yuan Huiwen , Lu Chunhua , Xu Zhongzi , Lu Duyou
Published: October 2017

Heated cementitious pastes could be used as thermal energy storage materials. The effects of nano-silica, nano-magnesia and nano-zirconia on the evolution of the mechanical and thermal properties of calcium aluminate cement (CAC) pastes at three temperatures (105, 350 and 900°C) were investigated. At 105°C, the addition of nano-zirconia resulted in better residual compressive strength than those of the pastes with the other nanoparticles. The improvement in thermal properties of the pastes with added nanoparticles was mainly at temperatures of 350°C and 900°C. The main reason for the difference of properties is that the incorporation of nanoparticles accelerates the forming process of the solid phase according to calorimetric analysis. The microstructure of the pastes was also found to be affected by the nanoparticles. X-ray diffraction and thermogravimetry analyses were conducted to investigate the phases and the mass changes, respectively. The experimental results show such nanoparticle optimisation would enable the development of novel forms of functional CAC materials for use at high temperature.
The Roman bridge of Segura, Spain, and the importance of historical studies for conservation works
Authors: Plasencia-Lozano Pedro
Published: October 2017

The Roman bridge of Segura, Spain, is a construction of great historic significance, situated at the Spanish/Portuguese border on the Eljas River. Since Roman times, the structure has known different changes in history – five at least. In this paper, the set of historical changes is described, by unifying previously published data and also some new previously unknown data about the bridge and also about the people who made the different rebuilds. The information allows conceiving different hypotheses on how the bridge might have been at different times, since its origin to the present day. The results show the importance of combining visual, critical, historical and geometrical data to having a complete frame of the different stages of the construction evolution; moreover, the different ways of solving structural problems through history are exposed. Finally, the value of accurate and thorough visual inspection and historical study in achieving better conservation is remarked on.
EL DESARROLLO URBANO SOSTENIBLE Y SUS IMPLICACIONES PARA LAS EMPRESAS Y LOS TERRITORIOS
Authors: Villena Manzanares Francisco , Galiano Coronil Araceli
Published: October 2017

El presente artículo tiene por objeto mostrar el papel que juega el desarrollo sostenible, poniendo énfasis en el importante rol que juega el mismo en el desarrollo urbano, las empresas y el territorio. En una nueva visión de economía circular, el desarrollo sostenible se convierte en fuente capaz de generar ecoinnovación y modelos productivos basados en la nueva economía “verde”. En definitiva, se pretende dar una visión holística del desarrollo sostenible y reflexionar sobre su impacto en la felicidad colectiva de los territorios, tema muy relevante hoy en día, pero donde son escasas las investigaciones que expliquen dichas relaciones con el enfoque adoptado para la elaboración del presente artículo.ABSTRACTThe present article aims to show the role of sustainable development, emphasizing the important role that it plays in companies and the territory. In a new vision of circular economy, sustainable development becomes a source capable of generating eco-innovation and productive models based on the new "green" economy. In short, it aims to give a holistic view of sustainable development and reflect on their impact on the collective happiness of the territories, a very relevant inssue today, but there is not enough research to explain these relationships according to the information consulted for the preparation of this article.
SINTOMAS URINÁRIOS EM PRIMIGESTAS ATENDIDAS NO CENTRO DE SAÚDE ESCOLA DE UMA UNIVERSIDADE ESTADUAL
Authors: Brandão Lilian Carla Monteiro , De Maria Ellen do Socorro Cruz , Rodrigues Cibele Nazaré Camara , Pontes Lucieny Da Silva , Latorre Gustavo Fernando Sutter , Carneiro Nunes Erica
Published: October 2017

Introdução: A gravidez é um período que resulta em diversas modificações no organismo materno, que predispõe o surgimento dos sintomas urinários com a ação hormonal no trato urinário inferior e na musculatura do diafragma da pelve. Objetivo: Analisar a prevalência dos sintomas urinários nas primigestas atendidas em um centro de saúde do município de Belém-PA. Casuística e Métodos: Estudo transversal e analítico de 99 primigestas que responderam a um questionário semiestruturado com 25 questões objetivas com dados sociodemográficos e estruturais sobre sintomas urinários. Foram utilizados os testes Qui-quadrado de aderência e de independência, o teste t de Student e o teste U de Mann-Whitney, fixado o nível de significância alfa = 0,05 para rejeição da hipótese de nulidade. Resultados: A média de idade das participantes foi de 23,7±4,4 anos e a idade gestacional de 23,7 semanas ±8,8 semanas. Os sintomas urinários mais prevalentes em todo o período gestacional foram noctúria (94,9%) e poliaciúria (85,9 %) e, a incontinência urinária por esforço (27,3%). Conclusão: Esta pesquisa permite concluir que, para o grupo amostral estudado, a prevalência de sintomas urinários é alta durante a gestação, diferindo o início dos sintomas nas semanas gestacionais
DESPERDÍCIO ALIMENTAR: CONSCIENTIZAÇÃO DOS COMENSAIS DE UM SERVIÇO HOSPITALAR DE ALIMENTAÇÃO E NUTRIÇÃO
Authors: Dias Parada Angelica , Oliveira Fabiane Regina Guimarães
Published: October 2017

Introdução: Uma Unidade de Alimentação e Nutrição é um local destinado ao preparo e distribuição de refeições, que tende a garantir a qualidade nutricional e fornecer uma refeição segura, segundo as normas higiênico-sanitárias estabelecidas pela legislação. O Brasil, além de ser um dos maiores países produtores de alimentos, também é um dos que mais desperdiçam e milhares de pessoas estão sofrendo com esse problema. O aumento da fome no mundo cresce em ritmo acelerado. Um dos indicadores da quantidade de alimentos devolvidos nos pratos ou bandejas dos comensais é chamado de resto-ingestão. A literatura considera como aceitável um padrão de 7 a 25 g de desperdício por pessoa/refeição. Objetivo: Avaliar a quantidade de resto-ingestão e implantar campanhas de conscientização sobre o desperdício alimentar, no período de almoço em um refeitório. Material e Métodos: Estudo qualitativo descritivo,realizado no período de dezembro de 2015 a fevereiro de 2016 e de junho a agosto de 2016, que avaliou o resto-ingestão do almoço servido aos comensais em um serviço de nutrição e dietética de um hospital localizado no município de São José do Rio Preto. Resultados: Os resultados mostraram uma redução em mais de 30% dos valores de resto-ingestão após a realização de intervenções no desperdício. Por dia desperdiçavam em média 23 Kg de alimentos reduzindo para 16 kg de alimentos. Já por mês, desperdiçavam 680 kg de alimentos diminuindo para 477 Kg de alimentos. Quanto ao resto-ingestão, de 57 g por pessoa passou para 25 g por pessoa. Conclusão: Campanhas de conscientização e as mudanças no porcionamento trouxeram benefícios ao serviço de nutrição e dietética como a redução dos custos, gerando um aumento na economia mensal.
TOURIST AND EXCURSION RESOURCES OF DESNIANSKIY RECREATIONAL ROUTE
Authors: Beidyk O. , Syrovets S.
Published: October 2017

Every year river cruises are becoming more common, as river corridors have strong potential for recreation and tourism: architectural, historical and natural attractions are concentrated on their banks and in the port cities. Nevertheless major rivers have a huge resource and recreational potential as compared to small and medium-sized rivers, their tourist-recreational “luggage” is remarkably more modest. At the same time historical and national patriotic significance of small rivers sometimes is not inferior to the potential of major rivers. It’s worth noting that it is the medium and small rivers that often bears a recreational load that overpasses similar load on the major rivers. Materials of the article, based on the field researches and processing of an array of relevant publications and monographs, are dedicated to the systematization of ideas about the natural, architectural, historical and cultural resources of the Ukrainian part of the river Desna (Kyiv and Chernihiv region) – the largest left tributary of the river Dnipro. It’s suggested structural logical model of the hierarchy of fundamental world recreational and tourist resources, where banks of rivers, lakes and artificial lakes occupy the third of six levels. We systematized the ideas about the natural, architectural and historical sites that are visible from the board of the ship passing along the river Desna route and it was explained the sequence of its passage. Quantitative and qualitative indicators and characteristics of the tourist tour route on the Desna river is the basis for the comprehensive assessment of recreational and tourist potential of the Desnianskii recreational corridor, appropriate managerial decisions in through the lens of economic and ecological policies and regional (local) planning and design. River cruises and guided tours on the major and medium rivers of Ukraine, with its language, food and leisure particular characteristics, come to be certain alternative to the traditional Ukrainian tourist’s voyages to Egypt, Turkey, the Mediterranean Europe or Thailand.
GLOBALIZATION: THE GEOGRAPHICAL NEXUS
Authors: Kiptenko V.
Published: October 2017

Geography as both a discipline and wide discourse explicitly aims to conceive the Earth as a whole. Human geography contributed a lot to the critical study of globalization. However, the academic inquiry suggests the lack of conceptualization, which can serve as a readable scholarly framework, teaching and learning in particular. This article scopes the weave of terms related to globalization and geography based on the Dictionary of Human Geography. Acknowledging the reservations of the Dictionary of Human Geography itself and understanding the limitations of the survey based on yet one dictionary this article ponders on the foundations, which can framework the geographical approach to globalization. Focus on detecting the key concepts mentioned in the topical article, clarifying their interpretation and logical context for geographical nexus paves the way for platforming the systemized and generalized conceptualization. The basic concepts of economics and social sciences design the ‘flat-world’ metaphor. The last serves to the vital task of human geography aimed to disclosure of taken-for-granted geographical imaginary and an investigation of its (often unacknowledged) effects, thus, geographical conceptualization of globalization. Geographic arguments serve as an integral part of the logic of the ‘flat-world’ geographic imaginary of globalization debunking. The evolution of academic responses to the ‘political version’ of the world’s general state suggests essence, limitations and further development of skeptical, parameterized, geographically sensitive approaches, and counter-hegemonic critique of neo-liberal globalization. The disciplinary nexus of globalization implicitly refers to economic, industrial and agricultural, population and labor, urban and rural, regional, contrapuntal and feminist geographies. Moreover, the context of the above consideration reinforces the role of human and physical the geographies and the formal theories of location and spatialization, in particular. Notions of spatial organization, place-transcending and place-remaking dynamics deterritalization and reterritorialization, etc. suggest the need for further reverse exploration of over thirty geographical concepts and terms – the space, the place, the territory, etc. – in the context of globalization discourse. The mental map of the conceptual framework of globalization and geographical nexus summarizes the key findings.
The effects of aqueous ginger extract on aluminium chloride (AlCl3) induced alteration in lipid profile of male wister rats
Authors: Dass Asha P. , Ramoji Prashanth Chary
Published: October 2017

Background: This study was aimed at investigating the effects of aluminium chloride (AlCl3) in altering the serum lipid profiles and ways to reduce its effect using two different doses of ginger extract 500mg/kg and 1000mg/kg body weight in male wister rats.Methods: The rats were randomly divided into 4 groups consisting of 5 animals in each group. Groups II, III and IV received AlCl3 100mg/kg bodyweight single dose, Groups III and IV receiving an additional daily oral single dose of ginger plant extract through a stomach tube. All animals were fasted before the treatment. All rats were weighed before the start of the experiment and at the end of the experiment. The blood was collected firstly at the beginning of the experiment, then on the 45th day. The collected blood was left to clot then centrifuged at 3500 rpm for 5 min. The serum was separated and stored at - 80°C for later analyses.Results: This study shows that a single dose of 100mg/kg aluminium chloride causes a rise in total body weight, TC (total cholesterol), LDL (low density lipoproteins) and TG (triglycerides) levels in the rat, and aqueous Zingiber officinal (ginger) extract reduces this rise in TC, LDL and TG levels in the rats.Conclusions: Ginger was effective in lowering serum cholesterol levels levels in the ginger treated rats to almost normal value. These results indicate that treatment with aqueous extract of ginger may be effective in lowering lipid levels in AlCl3 induced hyperlipidemia in rats.
Tulasi a magical herb and a boon for management of oral submucous fibrosis: a clinical study
Authors: Madhulatha G. , Vijayalaxmi N. , Harshavardhan T.
Published: October 2017

Background: Plants are a good source of drugs in traditional and modern medicine. One among these plants is “tulasi” The queen of herbs” which is used in ayurveda for its diverse properties like antioxidant, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antidiabetic, and others. It belongs to labiate family and is the most sacred and valued in traditional culture of India. AIMS of the study was to evaluate the efficacy of Tulasi in the treatment of OSMF.Methods: The study included 20 individuals, females and males of age group 20-50yrs who visited the outpatient department who were diagnosed clinically as having OSMF, categorized according to pindborg’s classification. Patients were asked to apply 500mg of Tulasi medicine paste (Tulasi powder mixed with glycerine) twice daily for 1month and were recalled for follow up every week for 1month. All the clinical parameters - mouth opening, burning sensation, pain with the lesion and others were evaluated and recorded in specially designed proforma.Results: Friedman test and wilcoxon signed rank test was used for statistical evaluation. Significant improvement with P value <0.05 was noticed in burning sensation, mouth opening and pain associated with the lesion.Conclusions: The study concludes that Tulasi can be used as a main treatment modality in the management of patients with OSMF.
A cross-sectional study on knowledge about breast cancer among women aged 20-30 years
Authors: M. Santhana Lakshmi , G. Sugunadevi
Published: October 2017

Background: Worldwide breast cancer is one of the most common type of non-skin cancer in women and the fifth most common cause of cancer death. As the incidence of breast cancer is rising, there is a current need to educate the women on preventive measures of breast cancer. The objectives of the study were to assess the knowledge on risk factors and on the preventive measures of breast cancer among women aged 20-30 years.Methods: The cross-sectional study was conducted among 200 women aged 20-30 years residing in an urban area in Coimbatore. A questionnaire was designed to assess the awareness levels on risk factors and the preventive measures of Breast cancer among the study participants.Results: The study showed that most of the women (91%) were not aware about the risk factors of breast cancer and only 7.5% knew that lesser duration of breast feeding for <6 months is an important risk factor for breast cancer. 89.5% were not aware about the symptoms of breast cancer. 92.5% were not aware about the preventive measures of breast cancer. None of them were aware of breast self-examination (BSE) as an important early detection measure for breast cancer. Comparing the educational status and the level of awareness on Breast cancer among the study subjects we found that the educational status had significant influence on the level of awareness on breast cancer (p<0.0001).Conclusions: The knowledge on risk factors, symptoms and on the preventive measures of breast cancer among the women aged 20-30 years was very low. To increase the awareness about breast cancer in the community, frequent educational interventions and screening programs needs to be conducted by health workers.
Hollywood em sala de aula: reflexões sobre cinema e ensino de história
Authors: Trovão Flávio Vilas-Bôas
Published: October 2017

O uso do cinema como recurso didático-pedagógico ou ilustrativo nas aulas de história não é uma novidade, é aplicado desde o início do século XX, concomitante ao desenvolvimento da própria história do cinema. O fato é que cada vez mais esse uso tem se direcionado para uma cinematografia específica: a hollywoodiana, graças a sua força de penetração cultural. Analisamos as implicações políticas e estéticas do uso desses materiais nas aulas de história, com destaque para o papel dos jovens diante de uma cultura midiática que se torna, cada vez mais, homogênea e globalizada.
The Impact of Employee Participation in Accounting Services Outsourcing Decision: Case Study of Nigerian SMEs
Authors: Danjuma Mohammed , Teru Peter
Published: October 2017

This paper titled the Impact of Employee Participation in Accounting Services Outsourcing (ASO) by Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria. The study seeks to identify what factors affect outsourcing decision and the relationship between employee participation and outsourcing decision by SMEs. Therefore the study is mainly guided by the theory of Transaction Cost Economics (TCE). The key arguments of this paper were developed in line with TCE Theory. Thematic analysis of 1,300 SMEs using 10 case study based on in-depth interviews with Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) representing 10 industrial sectors. The study area is North Central Geo-Political Zone of Nigeria comprising mainly profit based manufacturing SMEs excluding public not for profit and service oriented enterprises. The study found that ASO decision is affected by cost-driven, strategy-driven, environment-driven and function-driven factors which all are linked with employee attitude and behavior to work. Therefore the study concludes that employee participation has positive influence over sourcing decision by Nigeria’s SMEs. It also confirmed that communication, vendor expertise and trustworthiness are drivers of sourcing decision by these enterprises.
Impacto De La Realidad Aumentada En La Educación Del Siglo XXI
Authors: Montecé-Mosquera Franklin , Verdesoto-Arguello Alexis , Montecé-Mosquera Carlos , Caicedo-Camposano Cesar
Published: October 2017

The vertiginous advances in terms of information anda communication technologies mean allow innovative ways to stregthen aspects related to knowledge. With the passing of the last years the Augmented Reality RA has positioned itself as a technology that has approached different environments of society, environments related to advertising, marketing, video games and in education has generated a high impact. Augmented reality is technology that contributes resources to the world, it seeks to determine if the incorporation of technologies contribute an enrichment to the teaching-learning process. Considering the analysis of works related to the theme, the reality may be d efined as that additional information obtained by observation of an environment with the objective to innovate the teaching process by providing a tool that presents the user: interaction, entertainment and motivation learning.
Use of ICT and Develepoment of Tourism Sector in Albania
Authors: Bekteshi Luan , Bekteshi Jonida
Published: October 2017

Information and Communication Technology (ICT) is increasingly playing an important role in developing a competitive economy based on knowledge and innovation. Use of ICT enables the provision of a higher quality of citizen’s life; it helps ease and efficiency of business processes and increase the efficiency and transformation of management. The use of ICT in different sectors of the Albanian economy has begun to be realized rapidly, improving economic and financial performance and expanding the range of services that are offered to users. ICT has been used massively also a sector which in Albania brings an important impact on GDP it is the tourism sector, however, it is noted that the use of ICT in this sector is at levels lower than in other countries of Europe as well as the region. The use of ICT and the Internet in the tourism sector in the world but also in Albania has enabled the creation of a new business environment, the global distribution of information as a very important element for the tourism sector and the creation of new channels of distribution, transforming the tourism sector globally. The tourism sector in Albania, which is competing strongly from neighboring countries after the period of its establishment and strengthening, currently faces the challenge of the massive use of ICT in the provision of information and the enhancement of services for its clients. The purpose of this paper is to evidence the level of use of ICT in the tourism sector in Albania, and based on analysis of data collected, presents recommendations on the use of ICT in the sector, aimed at increasing performance, expanding services and improving the quality of services provided to customers.
Recursos Didácticos Comunicativos Y Audiovisuales Para La Enseñanza-Aprendizaje Del Idioma Inglés A Través De Aulas Virtuales
Authors: Rolando Armas Pesantez Paul , Geovanny Armas Pesantez Washington , Hernán Salazar Calderón Edison , Oswaldo Guadalupe Bravo Luis , Isaac Orozco Yánez Gabriel
Published: October 2017

The purpose of the current research was the implementation of didactic audiovisual and communicative resources through a virtual classroom for the teaching-learning of English language, aimed to the first level students Languages School at Universidad Nacional de Chimborazo due to the lack of didactic material helping in the development of activities and tasks into the classroom. This fact impedes teachers and students reaching a higher level in the English Language teaching-learning process, this situation made necessary the implementation of resources adaptive to the pedagogical context and planned through a content manager or virtual classroom. The current research is quasi experimental, bibliographic, documental and descriptive which was applied to a sample where it was necessary to consider an initial knowledge diagnose before applying the communicative and audiovisual resources, then it was necessary to carry out an evaluation at the end of it. It was also necessary to use a set of activities based on communicative and audiovisual resources framed within the micro curriculum guidelines with schedules and contents that were evaluated through questionnaires and a checklist. The instruments for collecting information allowed obtaining data in both pre-test and post-test. These qualifications were compared through a statistical test that allowed concluding that the use of the mentioned resources improved the English language teaching, at the same time it was possible to recommend its use within the curriculum for the First Level of the Languages Major.
L’impact De La Création Des PME/PMI Sur L’idh En Algérie « Étude Économétrique 2001-2013 »
Authors: Rédha Bouchikhi Mohamed , Mohamed Yagoub
Published: October 2017

One of the major problems faced by the Algerian economy is sustainability. This is because the economy is essentially hydrocarbon-based. Since 2001, Algeria has adopted a new strategy to strengthen and diversify the economic sector in order to reduce poverty and ensure sustainable development. This study aims to highlight the impact of these reforms on the development and the level of well-being. For this purpose, we carried out an econometric study over the period (2001-2013) in order to ascertain the impact of the creation of SMEs on the improvement of the quality of life which is measured in this test by the HDI. We found that the strategy adopted by the Algerian state for the creation and promotion of SMEs in Algeria has a positive impact on the state of development of the country and the level of well-being of the population.
An Overview of Good Faith as a Principle of Contractual Interpretation with Special References to the Albanian Law
Authors: Gjoni Gjin , Peto Zhaklina
Published: October 2017

Good faith is one of the most discussed topics in the jurists' circle, seen as a key argument in European contract law. Though it is an accepted concept, there is no consensus regarding the role of good faith in modern civil contractual obligations. The purpose of this paper is to analyze the principle of good faith, shedding light on the concept and the description of this principle on Albanian legislation. Good faith is dealt with in its two meanings; subjective and objective, where in the objective sense of good faith is perceived as a method used to dress with moral contractual relations and to mitigate the inequalities that may result from the dogma of parties autonomy. While in the subjective view, good faith may refer to the situation in which a person acts with the confidence that he is acting in accordance with the applicable law or in a situation where a third party seeks protection. The aim of this paper is also to treat the principle of good faith under the optics of Albanian legal system. It is concluded that the doctrine in Albania is not very developed. It should be noted that there is no uniformity in jurisprudence and the debate if good faith can be excluded from the contract remains open.
The Risk of Oil Fund Policy Globally. What about Ethics?
Authors: Veggeland Noralv
Published: October 2017

The systematic global market risk of the type found in the gigantic Norwegian Oil Fund, called “Government Pension Fund – Global (GPF – G)”, is discussed at length in this study. The objective is to find out if the risk capital animate ethical venture initiative. In the financial and entrepreneurial literature it has over time become common to relate systematic vulnerability and risk to a long range of factors that might cause imbalance and failure. Ulrich Beck (1992) postulates that risks today related to innovations and unethical and uncontrolled venture capital have a different significance for everyday life from the risks that applied to previous historical eras. He claims that human activity, innovation and technology in advanced political and economic modernity produce as a side-effect risks venturing investment. That demands specialised expertise to access and recognize, and are collective, global, and irreversible in their impact. To abstain from venturing actions are a way out of the dilemma for the investors. The Norwegian petroleum activity under regulatory management and control is an example of that. The Fund’s revenues have been shrinking lately following the oil prices of the market diving down globally. Perhaps the Norwegian Oil Fund is to be restructured in a framework of ethics to become less risk exposed in a global financial market perspective, and become more innovative and ethical directed.
Problématique Des Refoulements Des Produits De La Pêche Exportés Par Le Maroc Et Leur Impact Economique
Authors: Dahani Said , Chouarfa Hajar , Bousselhami Ahmed , Bouchriti Nourredine
Published: October 2017

In this paper, we dealt with the problem of the rejections of fishery products exported to other countries via Morocco and their economic impact. The study was conducted using a survey by exporters of the fishing industry. The analysis of data shows that backflows can be caused by different sanitary or documentary reasons. Also, the health profile for the main species can be assessed by a criticality matrix "fish species: hazard: commodity". The determinants of the rejections of exported fish products were analyzed by a multiple regression. This econometric technique is considered valuable in our study to evaluate the impact of a set of variables on the cost of the rejections of fishery products. The rejections of fishery products have a tremendous impact both on fish business operators as well as for the competent authorities. Hence, there is the need to control the various health hazards associated with fishery products by professionals. This was done by adopting plans for health control within their establishments and for the strengthening of official control by the competent authority in a coregulation framework.
Changement Climatique Et Paludisme En Côte d’Ivoire : Représentations Sociales Et Connaissance Des Populations d’Adjéyaokro (Bouaké)
Authors: Hilaire Mazou Gnazegbo
Published: October 2017

Climate change characterized by increasing average daily temperature and changing seasons has become a public health concern, with the incidence of malaria in recent years. Despite research on global warming and efforts to fight malaria (sensitization campaigns, distribution of insecticide-treated nets, care of the sick), the excessive heat continues to do damage. What is the link between climate change and malaria? What are people's perceptions of climate change in relation to malaria? To address these concerns, the survey on the impact of climate change on malaria was conducted through in-depth interviews with some 20 people from the village of Adjéyaokro in Bouaké. It is mainly the result of our investigations that the populations do not link the effects of climate change and the risk of exposure to malaria.
Diseño De Un Plan De Manejo Ambiental Para La Planta De Producción De Materiales Pétreos, Hormigón Y Asfalto La Josefina, Cantón Gualaceo, Provincia Del Azuay
Authors: Vásconez Norma Ximena Lara , Arias Oscar Bladimiro Guadalupe , Guamán Juan Pablo , Salazar Eduardo
Published: October 2017

This research was to propose the elaborate of a Design Plan for Environmental Management Production Plant Stone Materials, Concrete and Asphalt in Josefina town, Gualaceo city, in Azuay province; it based on the collection of both primary and secondary, in addition to characteristics of the environment and population of area influence proceeded to design environmental management plan, these programs the same which is composed of nine programs intended to prevent or mitigate environmental impacts caused by the operation of the same, are: Communication Program, Community Relations, Training and Environmental Education, discharges and Waste Management, Safety and Occupational Health Laboring, contingencies, Prevention and Control of Impacts, Closure and Abandonment, Environmental Monitoring and Security. This research conclude that the most affected components are soil, water, flora and fauna and it is essential to fully comply all programs previously proposed in order to mitigate environmental impacts cauded by the operation of the Production Plant Stone Materials, Concrete and Asphalt. It is recommended to train staff, especially in first aid and use PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) so they will be prepared for any eventuality to occur during the operation of the plant.
Transport Et Approvisionnement Des Produits Vivriers A Abidjan En Côte d’Ivoire
Authors: Hélène-Francette Kouassi Mangoua Akissi , Eric Koffi Lath Franck , Jérôme Aloko N’guessan
Published: October 2017

The population of Abidjan is growing rapidly. This demographic mass creates a food needs. To answer this demand, transport service is essential to reach the production areas. The contribution explains an overview of the transport service in a supply chain of food to Abidjan. The methodology research is based on two facts: the bibliographic research and field surveys. The study shows the meaning of transport which may vary according to the scales and levels of supply. Difficult conditions to access production sites, road traffic harassment and degradation of road infrastructure significant are problems faced by transporters in carrying out their activities.
Factors Behind the Unrelenting Perseverance of the Minorities at the Marginal Status at Wolaitta Zone, Southern Ethiopia
Authors: Mengesha Akalework
Published: October 2017

This article has managed to critically assess factors behind the unrelenting perseverance of the minorities at the margin of marginal status at Wolaitta zone, Southern Ethiopia. The study identifies basically the validation behind the persisted disadvantaged position of the occupational minorities that is embedded within the socio-cultural scenery of Woliatta. It has attempted to explain the marginal status of the occupational minorities in the face of altering socio-economic and political state of contemporary society. A cross sectional qualitative method was used (in-depth interviews and focus group discussions) involving a total of 42 in-depth interview informants, 5 focus group discussions constituting 7 individuals in each group carried out in purposively selected sites. It has been discovered that there are certain sections of society that are considered to be of lower status and thus, marginalized and excluded from the host community. The minority groups that occupy the subordinate stratum include Hilancha-craft workers and ‘Ayille’social groups. These sections of the society have made to occupy the perimeter in essential societal activities and institutions. In other words, it’s been branded that occupational groups are at the verge of social, economic and political spheres of the mainstream society. They are detested and relegated in all aspects of their life.