bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A Modified GrabCut Using a Clustering Technique to Reduce Image Noise
Authors: Lee GangSeong , Lee SangHun , Kim GaOn , Park JongHun , Park YoungSoo
Published: July 2016

In this paper, a modified GrabCut algorithm is proposed using a clustering technique to reduce image noise. GrabCut is an image segmentation method based on GraphCut starting with a user-specified bounding box around the object to be segmented. In the modified version, the original image is filtered using the median filter to reduce noise and then the quantized image using K-means algorithm is used for the normal GrabCut method for object segmentation. This new process showed that it improved the object segmentation performance a lot and the extract segmentation result compared to the standard method.
COST OVERRUN IN CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS IN DEVELOPING COUNTRIES, GAS-OIL INDUSTRY OF IRAN AS A CASE STUDY
Authors: DERAKHSHANALAVIJEH Roya , TEIXEIRA Jose Manuel Cardoso
Published: July 2016

Cost overrun in construction projects is a common issue affecting project performance, and Gas-Oil con­struction projects in Iran are no exception. This paper presents the results of a questionnaire conducted to identify and evaluate the relative importance of the significant factors contributing to the Gas-Oil construction industry of Iran as a case study for developing countries. The survey respondents included project owners, contractors and consultants in­volved in Iranian Gas-Oil construction projects. The results of the survey revealed that the main causes of cost overrun in this industry include inaccurate cost estimations, improper planning, frequent design changes, inadequate labour/skill availability, inflation of costs of machinery, labour, raw material and transportation prices. The first three factors are the project consultants’ responsibility and the appointment of qualified consultants and personnel training are strongly recommended to alleviate cost overrun. The paper also reviews and compares findings of a set of similar researches in a number of developing countries.
Impact of train-induced vibration on railway cable-stayed bridges fatigue evaluation
Authors: Pei Shiling , Li Yongle , Bao Yulong , Li Xin , Qiang Shizhong
Published: July 2016

Under repetitive heavy train traffic, railway steel truss bridges tend to have many fatigue related performance issues, especially at welded joints. Accurate estimation of the stress history at critical locations of welded joints under vehicle loading is important for joint fatigue design. Traditionally, vehicle loads were treated as moving static loads without considering their dynamic effects. In this study, a numerical procedure was introduced to incorporate the effect of dynamic response of the train–bridge coupled system on nodal fatigue damage. The proposed approach employs a twolevel modelling scheme which combines dynamic analysis for the full train-bridge system and detailed stress analysis at the joint. Miner rule was used to determine the cumulative fatigue damage at critical locations on the welded joint. A sensitivity analysis was conducted for different train loading configurations. It was determined that dynamic vibration negatively influences fatigue life. The calculated cumulative damage at investigated locations can more than the damage estimated using only static moving load method.
Experimental investigation on stiffness and strength of single-lap z-pinned joints in a laminated CFRP stress-ribbon strip
Authors: Arnautov Aleksandr K. , Kulakov Vladimir , Andersons Janis , Gribniak Viktor , Juozapaitis Algirdas
Published: July 2016

Carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (carbon-polymer) is an advanced lightweight composite material with high strength and excellent resistance to corrosion and fatigue. Over the past decades, application of fiber-reinforced polymers has been spread from the aerospace to other branches of industry such as automobile and civil engineering. Unidirectional carbon-polymers have a high potential for replacing steel in tensile members. Recently, the first carbonpolymer stress-ribbon bridge has been constructed in Germany. The non-laminated strip-loop carbon-polymer thin strips were used as the load bearing components in this bridge. In comparison with the laminated components, the applied cables are characterized by a more uniform strain distribution though reduced structural integrity. Alternative jointing technologies of carbon-polymer laminates are considered in this paper with an intention to increase the structural integrity and reliability of the production. Tensile behavior of the single-lap joints was investigated experimentally. Three types of the joints were considered. Adhesive joint was set as the reference. The overlap region of the mechanically fastened joints was produced using 9, 25, or 36 steel needles (z-pins) of 1 mm diameter. The proposed hybrid joints were additionally connected with adhesive increasing the load-bearing capacity of the reference joint up to 230%. Concerning the brittle fracture of the adhesive counterparts, the extended progressive failure process within the hybrid joints is responsible for the improvement.
Future trends in road pavement technologies development in the context of environmental protection
Authors: Radziszewski Piotr , Nazarko Joanicjusz , Vilutiene Tatjana , Dębkowska Katarzyna , Ejdys Joanna , Gudanowska Alicja , Halicka Katarzyna , Kilon Jarosław , Kononiuk Anna , Kowalski Karol J. , Król Jan B. , Nazarko Łukasz , Sarnowski Michał
Published: July 2016

Construction of modern and durable asphalt and cement pavements requires high quality materials and suitable technologies that take into account sustainability concerns which are related to the environmental protection, mitigation and compensation for road construction effects on surface water and groundwater, soil, air, wildlife, landscape, vibration and noise. The objectives of this paper are to identify possible development directions of materials and technologies in road construction in the time perspective of approximately 30 years. In order to achieve that goal a nationwide Delphi survey with 150 invited experts was deployed. The study concluded that binding materials with improved viscoelastic range – and often with specific modifications – would continue to play a leading role. Furthermore, technologies that enable monitoring the state of road pavement condition in a continuous manner would be used to a greater range. Introduction of sensors into the pavement network would lead to the construction of “smart” roads while spreading of nanomaterial technology would improve the durability and reliability of road pavement construction.
Life-cycle cost of bridges – first steps to a holistic approach
Authors: Beran Václav , Macek Daniel , Měšťanová Dana
Published: July 2016

Bridges create transport infrastructure and are subjected to long term witness of economic design, reliability, durability, maintainability and external risk (natural and human hazards). Deficient design of bridges points to high investment costs, low quality, retrofits maintenance costs, mitigates quality damages. The primary reason of the problem is usually stated high investment costs. Resources for investment are limited over and over again. However, approach for evaluating and comparing the cost effectiveness in practical design does not dominate in present-days as arbitration of different strategies and warrant for avoiding critical economic or functional situations. This paper illustrates a method for estimating the retrofits for bridges design based on Life-Cycle Costs and Cost-Benefit Analysis. The approach integrates cost model, fragility of as-designed and retrofitted benefits for a range of externalities and associated potential changes in design and economical retrofit. The emphasis on life-time performance and benefits, as opposed to initial retrofit acquisition investment cost alone, paves the way to risk-wise investment and also helps to support upgrade actions for sustainable infrastructure. An application of the holistic approach Life-Cycle Cost and benefit analysis is conducted for two representative bridges of highway class. The available financing has a big influence on the chosen technical design.
L'histoire littéraire au prisme du « genre »
Authors: Reid Martine
Published: July 2016

L'article remonte aux origines d'une vision de la littérature dont nous sommes encore aujourd'hui tributaires et qui intègre difficilement l'outil conceptuel du genre pour rendre compte des pratiques définissant le champ littéraire, de la critique des auteurs ou des représentations véhiculées par les personnages des œuvres littéraires eux-mêmes. Un certain nombre de facteurs permettent de comprendre l'histoire de cette résistance corrélée à la naissance et au développement de l'histoire littéraire du XIX e siècle. Construite à partir des positionnements de ces principaux auteurs – dont G. Lanson –, se développant dans le contexte de l'école républicaine et profondément marquée par certains de ses aprioris idéologiques – exclusion de la femme de la vie politique et de l'espace public –, l'histoire littéraire a, dès l'origine, minoré et minore encore le rôle des femmes ; elle les associe par tradition à des genres dans lesquels elles ne sont pas nécessairement représentées de manière significative tandis qu'elle ignore leur rôle dans d'autres. En constatant la perpétuation de cette minoration ou de ces exclusions, la contribution appelle les enseignants à un regard distancié sur les outils qu'ils utilisent dans leur enseignement et à une vigilance toujours nécessaire.
La présence médiale des corps étrangers
Authors: Citton Yves
Published: July 2016

Des pratiques artistiques aux discours sur l’immigration, les présences qui nous hantent en masse vivent de la tension entre leurs réalités médiales, nos désirs d’immédiateté et nos rêves d’immunité. Ce sont les plis générés entre ces trois registres qui rendent nos modes de présence très compliqués.
L’habitat rural du vii e s. au x e s. ap. J.-C. à Camphin-en-Carembault (Nord)
Authors: Denimal Christine , Renard Samuel , Oueslati Tarek , Save Sabrina
Published: July 2016

Les * investigations archéologiques menées sur le site de Camphin-en-Carembault (Nord) ont permis de mettre en évidence une occupation bien caractérisée du haut Moyen Âge implantée au sein d’un parcellaire plus ancien mis en place au cours de La Tène ancienne et moyenne et dont l’occupation se poursuit au cours du Haut-Empire et l’époque mérovingienne au sein du terroir. Les informations recueillies permettent de retracer l’évolution de plusieurs ensembles domestiques vouées aux activités agropastorales et muni de puits et de complexes de fours, de la seconde moitié du vii e s. à la seconde moitié du x e s. Aussi, cette occupation se singularise de celles connues pour les mêmes périodes dans nos régions par son organisation structurelle, par l’absence de fonds de cabane et de grands bâtiments sur poteaux à deux nefs. L’ensemble de l’occupation est abandonné dans la seconde moitié du x e s.
Nouvelles données concernant la céramique peinte dite du Mont Kemmel (Belgique) dans la vallée de l’Escaut : une analyse archéométrique
Authors: de Langhe Kaatje , de Mulder Guy , Dimitrakopoulou Ariadni , Vandenabeele Peter , Bourgeois Jean
Published: July 2016

La céramique peinte rouge dite du Mont Kemmel se caractérise par la pâte et le dégraissant utilisé, ses formes typiques et le style de décoration de peinture rouge avec àplats et incisions. Une étude archéométrique sur des échantillons de quelques sites a permis de définir les caractéristiques chimiques de cette céramique et a confirmé les observations macroscopiques. La céramique dite du mont Kemmel est représentée en assez grande quantité sur les sites d’hauteur de Kemmel et Kooigem. Elle est aussi présente sur d’autres sites dans le bassin de l’Escaut en Belgique que l’on peut classer comme étant plutôt « élitaires ». Dans le nord de la France, cette céramique a été trouvée dans les vallées de la Deûle et la Scarpe, mais dans ces cas, d’autres groupes de céramique peinte rouge avec différentes formes et fonctions sont également attestés.
La vente de logements sociaux à des particuliers
Authors: Gimat Matthieu , Gloor Marie
Published: July 2016

En 2007, des organismes Hlm français ont, à la demande de l'État, mis en vente une part du parc de logements qu'ils possèdent et louent à des ménages modestes. Ils ont ainsi imité des organisations gestionnaires de logements sociaux européennes, qui ont plus anciennement eu recours à ce dispositif. Leur expérience témoigne de la complexité du mécanisme de vente, de ses effets contrastés sur les marchés immobiliers ainsi que de ses impacts organisationnels. Nous montrons que la vente de logements sociaux à des particuliers a des effets comparables sur le système HLM français. Nous expliquons notamment en quoi, malgré un encadrement strict du dispositif qui en limite la portée, il contribue à la fois à diversifier l'activité des opérateurs français et à réorganiser leurs stratégies dans le sens d'une articulation entre vente et production, en particulier au sein des marchés immobiliers dits « tendus ». Cette articulation renouvelle les perspectives sur la résidualisation du logement social. Classification JEL : O18, R31, R38
Une typologie spatiale des commerces intra-urbains fondée sur l'analyse de leurs relations d'approvisionnement
Authors: Bahoken Françoise , Blanquart Corinne , Gaubert Émilie , Zeroual Thomas
Published: July 2016

Nous proposons une typologie des approvisionnements logistiques des distributeurs en France, réalisée à partir d'une analyse des relations entre leurs magasins et leurs entrepôts. Nous exploitons pour cela les données Nielsen©, organisées en un réseau spatialisé de magasins et d'entrepôts. L'originalité de l'approche réside dans l'éclairage nouveau porté sur les interactions distribution-logistique-transport et localisation des commerces et non seulement sur le triptyque localisé production-logistique-transport. Elle permet de valider l'hypothèse d'une double influence du type de magasin et de la spécialisation de l'entrepôt en catégorie d'assortiments, sur la distance d'approvisionnement. Classification JEL : L81 ; R3 ; R41
Pluralité des organisations mentales dites « perverses »
Authors: Bouchet-Kervella Denise
Published: July 2016

L’auteure s’efforce de différencier sur le triple plan topique, dynamique et économique les processus psychiques mis en œuvre dans les perversions narcissiques et dans les perver-sions sexuelles, en les illustrant par des vignettes cliniques. Elle fait part, plus particulièrement, de son expérience de la clinique des pervers sexuels pédophiles rencontrés dans le cadre d’une consultation spécialisée en milieu ouvert, et met en relief la spécificité de leur histoire infantile par rapport à celle des autres pervers sexuels.
Corps et violence
Authors: Dechaud-Ferbus Monique
Published: July 2016

Pour la cure de ce patient en danger sur les plans psychosomatiques (HTA) et pervers, l’auteur justifie le choix du dispositif de la psychothérapie psychanalytique corporelle (PPC) par la médiation du corps qui peut servir de butée à une parole qui ne tient pas. Le regard vient donner un solide appui au sentiment de réalité. La défense sadique est travaillée en retourne-ment masochique qui, en alliance avec la reconnaissance narcissique de la douleur, permet un desserrement de l’emprise de l’excitation sur le sujet qui se différencie.
Les stratégies d’adaptation des patients porteurs d’une plaie cancéreuse : une étude analytique
Authors: Espanet Nelly , Colson Sébastien , Baumstarck Karine , Futo Francette , Mancini Julien , Salas Sébastien
Published: July 2016

Introduction/Contexte : l’évolution de la maladie cancéreuse aboutit parfois à l’extériorisation de la tumeur à la peau, créant une plaie cancéreuse. Peu de données décrivent les stratégies d’adaptation que vont utiliser les individus pour faire face à cette situation. Objectif : l’objectif principal est de déterminer les différentes stratégies d’adaptation employées par les patients porteurs de plaies cancéreuses, et les liens avec leurs caractéristiques cliniques et sociodémographiques. L’objectif secondaire est de documenter l’image corporelle de ces individus. Matériel/méthode : une étude analytique a été proposée à 21 patients présentant une plaie cancéreuse, hospitalisés en oncologie médicale. Les versions françaises de l’échelle de stratégies d’ajustement de Vitaliano et de l’échelle de l’image corporelle ( Body Image Scale ) ont été utilisées. Résultats : les patients porteurs de plaie cancéreuse font appel aux trois stratégies de coping  : problème, émotionnel et recherche de soutien social. La douleur au niveau de la plaie est associée positivement à un coping émotionnel, et l’ancienneté du diagnostic de cancer à une recherche de soutien social. L’image corporelle semble altérée. Discussion/Conclusion : l’ajustement à la plaie cancéreuse semble possible avec l’apport de soins de support tels que le soulagement de la douleur et/ou la relation d’aide. Une étude nationale tente actuellement de généraliser ces résultats.
L’écriture du journal comme outil de formation de soi-même
Authors: Hess Rémi , Mutuale Augustin , Caille Christine , Cormery Anne-Claire , Gentès Deborah
Published: July 2016

Résumé L’écriture du journal est une pratique ancienne. Ce texte se propose d’éclairer cette forme d’écriture impliquée à travers le prisme de l’éducation diffuse et de comprendre comment ce dispositif s’inscrit dans le paradigme de l’éducation tout au long de la vie. S’il est difficile de circonscrire l’écriture du journal dans un champ disciplinaire clairement identifié, on peut néanmoins situer le dispositif diaire à mi-chemin entre une sociologie critique et une sociologie de la critique. La démarche clinique impliquée qu’il convoque lui confère un niveau d’intervention global où se réfractent les autres plans personnel, groupal et institutionnel. Ceux-ci sont analysés ici dans un croisement multi-référentiel.
Optimizing K-12 Education through Effective Educator Preparation
Authors: McVey Mary Kathryn , Poyo Susan , Smith Mary Lucille
Published: July 2016

Teacher interaction, presence, and participation in online and blended courses are key to facilitating student learning and student satisfaction. Those being prepared to teach in online K-12 environments must learn the knowledge, content, skills, and dispositions relevant to the online learner of the digital age, and particularly to incorporate into online courses the appropriate methods, including Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge (TPACK). It is imperative that educator preparation programs provide its candidates with authentic field experiences in K-12 digital environments. This chapter includes findings of a pilot study that examined challenges faced by teacher candidates placed in an online student teaching environment and provides recommendations for course design, faculty support, infrastructure, and future research direction.
Teaching Strategies and Tactics in K-12 Blended Education
Authors: Katz Anne , Kim Jackie Hee-Young
Published: July 2016

With a mission of creating a new paradigm of instructional methods to increase engagement in student learning in order to help develop more resilient students in a high-needs school district, this study examined implementation of the flipped classroom model in an early childhood and childhood education setting. This chapter will start by locating challenges in the current K-12 educational field. It will then examine how flipped classroom model approaches will simultaneously help educators meet long-standing challenges and support teachers to meet the diverse needs of students. This chapter will further discuss a pedagogical rationale for the flipped classroom model. It will then proceed to showcase best practices in utilizing the Flipped Classroom (FC) Model through the presentation of multiple teacher case studies. Lastly, this chapter will discuss considerations that should be examined while executing the Flipped Classroom model.
Effect of Addition of Platelet-rich Plasma to Calcium Phosphosilicate Putty on Healing at 9 Months in Periodontal Intrabony Defects
Authors: Chug Ashi , Grover Harpreet Singh , Mahesh Lanka , Shukla Sagrika
Published: July 2016

Background and objective

Combination of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and bone substitutes for the surgical treatment of periodontal intrabony defects is based on a sound biologic rationale; however, the clinical results indicative of the synergistic effect of PRP remain ambiguous. The objective of the present study was to clinically and radiographically evaluate the use of calcium phosphosilicate (CPS) putty alone and in combination with PRP in the treatment of periodontal intrabony defects.

Materials and methods

The study was performed at an outpatient facility at a teaching dental institute in north India. A split-mouth design was employed to assess the clinical parameters and radiographic bone fill following the use of CPS putty with and without PRP in patients scheduled for surgical periodontal treatment of intrabony osseous defects. Each defect was randomized to receive treatment with open flap debridement, with CPS putty alone (Group PUT), or open flap debridement with CPS putty and PRP (Group PRP). Probing pocket depth (PPD), plaque index (PI), gingival index (GI), and clinical attachment levels (CALs) were recorded at the investigated sites utilizing custom-made reference guides for measurement reproducibility. Standardized periapical radiographs were also obtained to evaluate defect fill at the surgical sites.

Results

Twenty patients each with at least two defects located in different quadrants were enrolled. The reduction in PPD from baseline to 1st, 3rd, 6th, and 9th month was found to be significant (p < 0.05). The percent reduction in PPD among PUT group was 57.18 ± 10.71% and among PRP group was 51.39 ± 12.60%. No statistically significant difference was observed in the percent reduction in PPD among two groups at 9 months (p = 0.48). Sites in both groups exhibited statistically significant reductions in PI and GI that were maintained throughout the study period. Similar results were seen while measuring CAL.

Conclusion

Calcium phosphosilicate Putty alone provides significant improvement in outcomes for the treatment of periodontal intraosseous defects. The addition of PRP to CPS putty does not seem to provide any additive benefit to treatment and the additional surgical time and trauma can be avoided.

How to cite this article

Shukla S, Chug A, Mahesh L, Grover HS. Effect of Addition of Platelet-rich Plasma to Calcium Phosphosilicate Putty on Healing at 9 Months in Periodontal Intrabony Defects. J Contemp Dent Pract 2016;17(3):230-234.
In vitro Assessment of Clasps of Cobalt-Chromium and Nickel-titanium Alloys in Removable Prosthesis
Authors: Kola Mohammed Zaheer , Raghav Deepti , Kumar Prince , Alqahtani Fawaz , Murayshed Mohammed S , Bhagat Tushar Vithal
Published: July 2016

Background

It has been since a long time that the use of basemetal alloys has significantly increased in the area of prosthetic science. One of the factors contributing for the increasing use of base-metal alloys is the increasing and high cost factor of noble metals. Although numerous materials have been tried since the recent past, Cobalt-Chromium (CoCr) alloys still form the most commonly used ones because of the numerous advantages they offer. Titanium alloys are also significantly being used in this field because of their high resistance strength and high corrosion resistance. Therefore, we aimed to evaluate the flexure strength and fatigue resistance of clasps made up of CoCr alloys and Nickel-titanium (NiTi) alloys.

Materials and methods

We evaluated the retentive forces of CoCr and NiTi clasps two different sizes engaging retentive undercuts of different depths (0.25 and 0.50 mm). Mandibluar second premolar was prepared to frame the prosthesis for missing mandibular first and second molar. A total of 50 clasps were included in the study out of which 30 were NiTi clasps and 30 CoCr clasps. We evaluated the loading of the force at the rate of half Newton(N)/second at the central part of the specimen until fracturing of the specimen occurred and finally measurement of the modulus of elasticity was also done. Statistical analysis was carried out; unpaired “t” test was used for evaluating the level of significance.

Results

The mean load needed for CoCr clasps was 0.7450 and for NiTi clasp was 0.6140 Kgf for producing a deflection of 0.25 mm. As far as flexibility is concerned, more value was seen in NiTi group than CoCr group. For deflecting the clasp up to 0.50 mm, the mean load needed for CoCr clasps was 1.4102 and for NiTi clasp was 0.8260 Kgf. The results were statistically significant. While measuring the flexibility, more value (p < 0.05) was seen in NiTi group than in CoCr group. NiTi alloy clasps had mean flexural strength of 1640 MPa and modulus of elasticity of 32 GPa.

Conclusion

For producing deflection of 0.25 and 0.50 mm, the mean loading force was higher for NiTi alloys. Although being increasingly used these days, NiTi alloys have limited use as compared with CoCr alloys due to high cost of titanium and certain other limitations.

How to cite this article

Kola MZ, Raghav D, Kumar P, Alqahtani F, Murayshed MS, Bhagat TV. In vitro Assessment of Clasps of Cobalt-Chromium and Nickel-titanium Alloys in Removable Prosthesis. J Contemp Dent Pract 2016;17(3):253-257.
Two-point observations of low-frequency waves at 67P/Churyumov-Gerasimenko during the descent of PHILAE: comparison of RPCMAG and ROMAP
Authors: Richter Ingo , Auster Hans-Ulrich , Berghofer Gerhard , Carr Chris , Cupido Emanuele , Fornaçon Karl-Heinz , Goetz Charlotte , Heinisch Philip , Koenders Christoph , Stoll Bernd , Tsurutani Bruce T. , Vallat Claire , Volwerk Martin , Glassmeier Karl-Heinz
Published: July 2016

Abstract. The European Space Agency's spacecraft ROSETTA has reached its final destination, comet 67P/Churyumov-Gerasimenko. Whilst orbiting in the close vicinity of the nucleus the ROSETTA magnetometers detected a new type of low-frequency wave possibly generated by a cross-field current instability due to freshly ionized cometary water group particles. During separation, descent and landing of the lander PHILAE on comet 67P/Churyumov-Gerasimenko, we used the unique opportunity to perform combined measurements with the magnetometers onboard ROSETTA (RPCMAG) and its lander PHILAE (ROMAP). New details about the spatial distribution of wave properties along the connection line of the ROSETTA orbiter and the lander PHILAE are revealed. An estimation of the observed amplitude, phase and wavelength distribution will be presented as well as the measured dispersion relation, characterizing the new type of low-frequency waves. The propagation direction and polarization features will be discussed using the results of a minimum variance analysis. Thoughts about the size of the wave source will complete our study.
Improving the inter-hemispheric gradient of total column
atmospheric CO2 and CH4 in simulations with the ECMWF
semi-Lagrangian atmospheric global model
Authors: Agusti-Panareda Anna , Diamantakis Michail , Bayona Victor , Klappenbach Friedrich , Butz Andre
Published: July 2016

Abstract. It is a widely established fact that standard semi-Lagrangian advection schemes are highly efficient numerical techniques for simulating the transport of atmospheric tracers. However, as they are not formally mass conserving, it is essential to use some method for restoring mass conservation in long time range forecasts. A common approach is to use global mass fixers. This is the case of the semi-Lagrangian advection scheme in the Integrated Forecasting System (IFS) model used by the Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service (CAMS) at the European Centre for Medium range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF). Mass fixers are algorithms with substantial differences in complexity and sophistication but in general of low computational cost. This paper shows the positive impact mass fixers have on the inter-hemispheric gradient of total atmospheric column averaged CO2 and CH4, a crucial feature of their spatial distribution. Two algorithms are compared: the simple "proportional" and the more complex Bermejo & Conde schemes. The former is widely used by several Earth system climate models as well the CAMS global forecasts and analysis of atmospheric composition while the latter has been recently implemented in IFS. Comparisons against total column observations demonstrate that the proportional mass fixer is shown to be suitable for the low resolution simulations but for the high resolution simulations the Bermejo & Conde scheme gives clearly better results. These results have potential repercussions for climate Earth system models using proportional mass fixers as their resolution increases. It also emphasizes the importance of benchmarking the tracer mass fixers with the inter-hemispheric gradient of long-lived greenhouse gases using observations.
sUAS and their application in observing geomorphological processes
Authors: Gallik Jozef , Bolešová Lenka
Published: July 2016

Abstract. Methodologies and procedures in processing gained data vary based on possibilities and needs of scientific projects. This paper should help to get a general overview in the choice of small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS – commonly known as drones) for scientific purposes, namely remote sensing of geomorphologic processes such as soil degradation in high mountainous areas that are hard to access and have unfavourable weather conditions. All high mountain areas in European countries are legislatively protected, and so various permissions and observation of strict procedures are needed in order to not have a negative influence on the environment. Nowadays, several types of UAS exist that could effectively help us in such protection, as well as in full-fledged utilization when answering scientific questions about the alpine lake genesis. We demonstrate it here with selected examples of our photo documentation.
Slight glacier reduction over the northwestern Tibetan Plateau despite
significant recent warming
Authors: Wang Yetang , Hou Shugui , An Wenling , Pang Hongxi , Liu Yaping
Published: July 2016

Abstract. "Pamir–Karakoram–Western-Kunlun-Mountain (northwestern Tibetan Plateau) Glacier Anomaly" has been a topic of debate due to the balanced, or even slightly positive glacier mass budgets in the early 21st century. Here we focus on the evolution of glaciers on the western Kunlun Mountain and its comparison with those from other regions of the Tibetan Plateau. The possible driver for the glacier evolution is also discussed. Western Kunlun Mountain glaciers reduce in area by 0.12 % yr−1 from 1970s to 2007–2011. However, there is no significant area change after 1999. Averaged glacier thickness loss is 0.08 ± 0.09 m yr−1 from 1970s to 2000, which is in accordance with elevation change during the period 2003–2008 estimated by the ICESat laser altimetry measurements. These further confirm the anomaly of glaciers in this region. Slight glacier reduction over the northwestern Tibetan Plateau may result from more accumulation from increased precipitation in winter which to great extent protects it from mass reductions under climate warming during 1961–2000. Warming slowdown since 2000 happening at this region may further mitigate glacier mass reduction, especially for the early 21st century.
Assessing Teacher Education through Mathematics Pupil Performance: A Case Study about Implementation in Response to External Pressure
Authors: Yakimowski Mary , Truxaw Mary
Published: July 2016

Policymakers and accreditation agencies are now seeking to gauge the effectiveness of teacher preparation programs by following teacher candidates into their professional practice and, further, by linking to their pupils' academic performance. However, the task of gathering and analyzing such data is complex, especially within states that have not received federal funding to link the pupil test database to individual teachers by higher education institute where they attended. In this case study, researchers examine mathematics pupil performance in grades 3–8, as measured by the state-mandated assessment, and make connections to a specific university teacher education program. The results of this longitudinal study of pupil performance are shared in order to evaluate the specific teacher preparation program and provide a model for those who investigate the impact of teacher preparation programs. Additionally, obstacles faced and challenges of such a quantitative study for a higher education institution are shared.
Faculty Perceptions of a Seven-Year Accreditation Process
Authors: Germaine Ron , Spencer Lisa Rubel
Published: July 2016

This article describes the context, purpose, methodology, findings, and recommendations from a survey conducted over a seven-year period to identify faculty perceptions of an accreditation process. The survey using both closed and open-ended responses was administered annually to the same population in the Sanford College of Education. Findings show that faculty saw the accreditation process as good professional development, that it improved programs, and that it strengthened collaboration. Based on our findings, we offer recommendations to overcome barriers in the accreditation process and thus maximize the benefits of the process to faculty, programs and schools involved in the accreditation work.
SAFETY RELATED TO COSMETICS AND COSMETOVIGILANCE IMPORTANCE
Authors: HOFFMANN Luana Miguel , COMARELLA Larissa , SIEBEN Priscila Grietten
Published: July 2016

A indústria cosmética pesquisa, desenvolve e fabrica produtos destinados à pele, cabelos e anexos, com o intuito principal de limpá-los, dar perfume, melhorar o aspecto e proteger. Estes produtos estão dispostos nas prateleiras das farmácias e de lojas especializadas de forma que a população em geral tem livre acesso a eles. O grande número de propagandas prometendo milagres acarreta o uso cada vez mais precoce e concomitante de vários produtos. Neste contexto e, devido à falta de conhecimento acerca dos riscos e possíveis efeitos adversos associados aos cosméticos, o presente estudo busca demonstrar através de levantamento bibliográfico a real necessidade da cosmetovigilância, apresentar o contexto em que ela se encontra e abordar os riscos e possíveis efeitos adversos associados aos cosméticos, tomando como base as legislações relacionadas. As indústrias fabricantes devem submeter os produtos a testes que comprovem sua segurança e eficácia. Se após a realização de todos os testes ficar confirmado que o produto é seguro e está apto a ser utilizado nas suas condições predeterminadas, a autorização é concedida. A ANVISA não realiza a análise dos produtos, apenas considera os resultados entregues pela indústria. Somente quando o produto já está no mercado e ocorrem as notificações de efeitos adversos, pelo sistema de Cosmetovigilância, é que a ANVISA investiga a veracidade e gravidade do caso a fim de adotar as medidas corretivas adequadas. Dessa maneira a cosmetovigilância surge como uma ferramenta de monitoramento da segurança relacionada aos cosméticos, sua aplicação no Brasil é obrigatória através da RDC n° 332 de 2005 e em outros países, ainda é aplicada de maneira voluntária.
ÉTICA E ESTÉTICA: RECONHECENDO A CONDIÇÃO HUMANA NO ENSINO DE ENFERMAGEM
Authors: Ribeiro Sandra , Polak Ymiracy Nascimento de S.
Published: July 2016

Trata-se de uma reflexão teórico-filosófica, cujo objetivo é propor ao leitor-autor uma reflexão sobre a nossa condição humana e profissional. Entretanto, na condição de docentes, encontramo-nos em constante busca de significados para o vir-a-ser pessoal e profissional. A difícil tarefa do auto questionamento, para que possamos transformar a curiosidade ingênua, em curiosidade epistemológica, é instigante e ao mesmo tempo fascinante. A relação de ensino e aprendizagem em Enfermagem exige uma postura, cujo olhar estético e sensível, aproxima esses seres de uma relação ética, valorizando suas formas próprias de ser e agir profissionalmente, compreendendo a complexidade dos seres de relação que somos.
A PERCEPÇÃO DO CARDIOPATA FRENTE À CIRURGIA CARDÍACA
Authors: Loss Evelin , Mantovani Maria de Fátima , Souza Rosa Helena Silva
Published: July 2016

Trata-se de um estudo qualitativo, realizado em um hospital de pequeno porte da cidade de Curitiba, no período de novembro de 2003 a janeiro de 2004, com objetivo de apreender a percepção do cardiopata frente a cirurgia cardíaca. Os dados foram coletados mediante entrevista semi-estruturada, realizada na Unidade de Internação durante o pós-operatório, com 4 clientes. A análise dos depoimentos permitiu-nos identificar 5 categorias: a percepção da finitude, evidenciada pelo sentimento de aproximação da morte: a vulnerabilidade frente à doenças e situações de risco; a percepção da tecnologia como resgate da vida, após o enfrentamento da intervenção cirúrgica; o desejo de ter qualidade de vida; e o repensar de valores, mostrando a necessidade de dar um novo sentido à vida. O doente cardíaco, foco deste estudo, não percebe seu processo de adoecimento, e, ao constatar a necessidade de cirurgia cardíaca, vivenciou momentos de reflexão e expectativa, fato que mostra a importância de uma assistência de enfermagem voltada ao ser biopsicossocial.
ATLAS DOS CLADOCERA E COPEPODA (CRUSTACEA) DO ESTUÁRIO DA LAGOA DOS PATOS (RIO GRANDE, BRASIL).
Authors: Montú Mónica , Goeden Ivo M
Published: July 2016

Em forma sintética são apresentadas a classificação sistemática, chaves, diagnoses, dados biológicos e distribuição geográfica de 82 espécies de Cladocera e Copepoda da região estuarina da Lagoa dos Patos (Rio Grande, Brasil). A informação é complementada com desenhos das espécies e ou das partes diagnosticas.Systematic classification, keys, diagnosis, biological data and geografic distribution of 82 Cladocera and Copepoda species of the estuary of Lagoa dos Patos (Rio Grande, Brasil) are presented in a short form. This information is completed with designs of species and/or diagnostic parts.
MAGELONIDAE (ANNELIDA, POLYCHAETA) DO LITORAL SUDESTE DO BRASIL
Authors: Bolívar Germán Armando , Lana Paulo Da Cunha
Published: July 2016

(Magelonidae (Annelida; Polychaeta) from the southeastern Brazilian coast). A systematic survey of the Magelonidae (Annelida; Polychaeta) from the southeastern Brazilian coast (Paraná, São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro States) is presented. A total of six species are described: Magelona papillicomis Muller, 1858; Magelona riojai Jones, 1963; Magelona variolamellata sp. n.; Magelona posterelongata sp. n.; Magelona nonatoi sp. n.; Magelona crenulata sp. n.Apresenta-se um levantamento sistemático da família Magelonidae (Annelida; Polychaeta) do litoral sudeste do Brasil (Paraná, São Paulo e Rio de Janeiro), representada regionalmente por seis espécies: Magelona papillicomis Muller, 1858; Magelona riojai Jones, 1963; Magelona variolamellata sp. n.; Magelona posterelongata sp. n.; Magelona nonatoi sp. n.; Magelona crenulata sp. n. Descrições e ilustrações são apresentadas para todas as espécies, juntamente com uma chave de identificação.
Critical Discourse Analysis of the Anecdotes Used by the Female Political Leaders
Authors: Asgher Tahira , Ghani Mamuna
Published: July 2016

This article critically analyses the use of anecdotes in the speeches of Laura Bush, delivered in the period of the electoral campaigns (2000-2008) at the democratic and the republican national conventions. She has ideologically and emotionally manipulated the anecdotes by making use of rhetorical and the discursive structures of the anecdotes.
The Effectiveness of Metacognitive Teaching Strategies to Enhance Elementary School Pupils’ Reading Skills in the Northern Border Areas of Saudi Arabia
Authors: Alenizi Mogbel Aid K. , Alanazi Mona Saleh
Published: July 2016

Difficulties in the fields of learning are among the most modern special educational fields and the fastest developing because of the extra concern from the parents and those concerned with children who show learning disorders, which cannot be explained by mental, physical or working disorders. Learning metacognition has short term benefits in the field of learning and teaching as it gives the individual the ability to connect between their learning successes to themselves. It increases their confidence with their ability and creates opportunities for them to use the lessons for the skills development, performance and assistance in transferring skills to others during work. The present study attempts to figure out the effectiveness of Metacognitive Strategies to further enhance students’ reading skills. This empirical study shows significant results which further strengthen the proposed claims of such strategies which can be widely used to meet the learners’ needs in a formal educational set up.
Comparative Growth Performance of Oreochromis Hybrids and Selectively-Bred Strain (F8) in Malawi
Authors: Kassam Daud , Sangazi Marcus
Published: July 2016

Most fish farmers in Malawi culture unimproved fish strains whose growth is slow and mature while still small. Four strains of Oreochromis, namely; selectively-bred/improved O. shiranus (F8), two reciprocal F1 Oreochromis hybrids, and O. karongae as a control (mean weight 2.5 ± 0.7 g) were stocked at a density of 5fish/m2 in 9m2 hapas replicated three times, and cultured for 90 days at Bunda Fish Farm. Fish were fed twice a day with feed formulated using maize bran and soybean containing 30% crude protein throughout the experimental period. The final mean weights were significantly different (p<0.05) across the treatments whereby; hybrid O. shiranus (male) X O. karongae (female) was 12.09g, hybrid O. shiranus (female) X O. karongae (male) was 9.72g, improved O. shiranus (F8) registered 9.23g, and O. karongae was the least with 9.00g. Apparent food conversion ratio was also statistically different (p<0.05) across the treatments whereby; O. karongae was 3.63, hybrid O. shiranus (female) X O. karongae (male) was 3.25, improved O. shiranus (F8) was 3.16 and hybrid O. shiranus (male) X O. karongae (female) was lowest with 2.26. There were no significant differences on the water quality parameters across the treatments throughout the experimental period and were within the required ranges for growth and survival of tilapias fish species. The results suggest that Oreochromis hybrids may be suitable candidates for aquaculture in terms of production as they performed better than the improved O. shiranus and the control O. karongae.
De Europese richtlijn onschuldpresumptie: bescheiden harmonisatie van een fundamenteel strafrechtelijk beginsel
Authors: van Noorloos L.A.
Published: July 2016

De Europese richtlijn onschuldpresumptie: bescheiden harmonisatie van een fundamenteel strafrechtelijk beginsel

Dit artikel schetst de totstandkoming en inhoud van Richtlijn (EU) 2016/343 inzake het onschuldvermoeden en het aanwezigheidsrecht bij strafprocedures. Waarom is deze richtlijn er gekomen en wat voor verplichtingen schept zij voor het strafprocesrecht van de lidstaten? Kan deze richtlijn op het eerste gezicht een adequate bijdrage leveren aan het garanderen van een eerlijk proces voor verdachten?

Richtlijn (EU) 2016/343 van het Europees Parlement en de raad van 9 maart 2016 betreffende de versterking van bepaalde aspecten van het vermoeden van onschuld en van het recht om in strafprocedures bij de terechtzitting aanwezig te zijn, PbEU 2016, L 65/1-11
Implementatie Aanbestedingsrichtlijnen 3.0: te laat maar een goede zaak
Authors: Ritsema van Eck W.M.
Published: July 2016

Implementatie Aanbestedingsrichtlijnen 3.0: te laat maar een goede zaak

De Aanbestedingswet 2012 (Aw 2012) wordt aangepast om de nieuwe aanbestedingsrichtlijnen voor de klassieke overheid 2014/24/EU, de speciale sectoren 2014/25/EU en voor het gunnen van concessie 2014/23/EU te implementeren. Dit artikel geeft een overzicht van de belangrijkste wijzigingen die de nieuwe richtlijnen meebrengen voor de Nederlandse aanbestedingspraktijk. Aan bod komen onder meer het nieuwe regime voor diensten, de aanpassingen in de aanbestedingsprocedures en gunningscriteria, de introductie van past performance, de codificatie van de regels over de wezenlijke wijziging en de nieuwe regels voor concessies.

Richtlijn 2014/24/EU van het Europees Parlement en de Raad van 26 februari 2014 betreffende het plaatsen van overheidsopdrachten en tot intrekking van Richtlijn 2004/18/EG, PbEU 2014, L 94/65;

Richtlijn 2014/25/EU van het Europees Parlement en de Raad van 26 februari 2014 betreffende het plaatsen van opdrachten in de sectoren water- en energievoorziening, vervoer en postdiensten en houdende intrekking van Richtlijn 2004/17/EG, PbEU 2014, L 94/243;

Richtlijn 2014/23/EU van het Europees Parlement en de Raad van 26 februari 2014 betreffende het plaatsen van concessieovereenkomsten, PbEU 2014, L 94/1.

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ACOMPANHANDO A CONSTRUÇÃO DO DESENHO DOS CENTROS COMUNITÁRIOS DE PRODUÇÃO DA ELETROBRAS: DA GERAÇÃO DE RENDA AO INCREMENTO DE CAPITAL SOCIAL
Authors: Santos Nilton Cesar , Brandão André Augusto Pereira
Published: July 2016

O presente trabalho pretende analisar alguns documentos utilizados para a consolidação do Projeto dos Centros Comunitários de Produção - CCPs da Eletrobras e identificar, especialmente, como o conceito de capital social foi incorporado no discurso e processos desenvolvidos na formatação e formalização dos primeiros projetos. Partindo de uma concepção mais ampla em que “documento” é considerado em termos de campos, de estruturas e de redes de ação, representando uma versão específica de realidades construídas para objetivos específicos, foram analisados um conjunto de sete documentos. Como critérios para a escolha dos documentos foram considerados a autenticidade, credibilidade, representatividade e significação. A análise é apresentada de forma cronológica a partir de documentos produzidos entre 2003 e 2007 tendo abrangência interna e externa a Eletrobras. Observou-se que elementos propulsores de capital social são introduzidos em quase todos os documentos analisados. Mesmo em matérias informativas, de veiculação interna da empresa, os CCPs foram apresentados como projetos que além de gerar renda, transformam realidades sociais em direção a formatos de protagonismo associativo local, impulsionando indivíduos e grupos a buscar mudança através da confiança e da participação.
'It Takes Two to Tango' - dans som kulturteoretisk figuration
Authors: Damsholt Tine
Published: July 2016

’It takes two to tango’ – siger man ofte, når man vil understrege, at hele ansvaret for en konflikt sjældent hviler på en enkelt person, men oftest er fordelt på flere. Og samtidig understreger man, at tango (eller konflikt) ikke bare er en ’ting’ eller et stabiliseret faktum, men et mønster der må praktiseres. Spørgsmålet er, om det er en ren tilfældighed, at det netop er fra dansen, man henter en figur for distribueret og kollektivt ansvar og for praktisering af mønstre? Det kunne også være, at der i brugen af dans som metafor ligger et potentiale for at understrege særlige dimensioner, der oven i købet matcher nye udviklinger indenfor kulturteorien. I dette bidrag skal vi se nærmere på, hvilke dimensioner og betydninger det i så fald kunne være, at dansefiguren tilbyder kulturteorier og kulturanalyser.
A Byzantine Chant Collection From Sicily. A Cοllaboration Between Cοpenhagen and Piana degli Albanesi (Palermo)
Authors: Sanfratello Giuseppe
Published: July 2016

The aim of this paper is to give an account of the collaboration between a collector of the Byzantine chant tradition of Piana degli Albanesi (Palermo) in Sicily, namely fr. Bartolomeo Di Salvo, and the editorial board of the Monumenta Musicae Byzantinae, i.e. an institution under the aegis of the University of Copenhagen. Before describing precisely how this collaboration has developed, I will briefly introduce the “Sicilian-Albanian” oral liturgical chant tradition. Among his publications are Oral performances in a (post)-literate society (Lund, 2016), The songs of the roots (forthcoming chapter on Cretan music, University of Vienna), Creative performance in the liturgy: a formulaic melodic language in the Sicilian-Albanian chant tradition (forthcoming, University of Joensuu, Finland), and several articles as chapters of his doctoral thesis.