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Gold-Stock Market Relationship: Emerging Markets versus Developed Markets
Authors: Seifoddini Jalal , Roodposhti Fraydoon Rahnamay , Kamali Elahe
Published: September 2017

We perform a comparative study on the gold-stock market relationship in U.S. stock market as a developed market and in Iran stock market as an emerging market. By considering appropriate variables for emerging markets and by providing a more proper methodology, we improve earlier studies. According to our findings, the relationship between stock market returns and gold price returns does not follow any specific regimes and that this relationship changes in short and long term returns. It is necessary to mention that in the present research, we did not consider this relationship in major structural changes in the economies and instead considered usual economic circumstances that investors are regularly faced with in their investment decisions.
AVALIAÇÃO DA PERSISTÊNCIA DE RESÍDUOS DE CLORPIRIFÓS EM ALIMENTO E NO AMBIENTE APÓS O CULTIVO DE COUVE-FLOR
Authors: De Carvalho Ramaína Araújo , Parreiras Sara , Venâncio Vinícius De Paula , Chequer Farah Maria Drumond
Published: September 2017

The development of the agricultural sector happened due to population growth, which increased the use of pesticides to mitigate pests and increase the availability of food. Organophosphates represent 38% of all pesticides used worldwide, and chlorpyrifos is widely utilized in Brazil. The primary source of contamination by chlorpyrifos occurs by the ingestion of trace amounts of this pesticide present in food and drinking water. The aim of this study was to identify and quantify chlorpyrifos residues in cauliflower, artesian well water near the plantation, and soil, and compare the results with a maximum residue level (MRL) allowed by Codex Alimentarius and the World Health Organization. For this, we used High Performance Liquid Chromatography with UV detector. The test results of persistent chlorpyrifos in agricultural practice demonstrated that dosages used during the application recommended by the manufacturer were safe, given that the measured concentrations were below MRL in cauliflower and water. Chlorpyrifos residues were not detected in the soil sample, confirming its fast degradation and low persistence.
O IMPACTO DO ENSINO DE FARMÁCIA HOSPITALAR NO HOSPITAL VETERINÁRIO DA UNIVERSIDADE FEDERAL DE GOIÁS
Authors: Fonseca Beatriz Cristina de Oliveira , Martins Marcelo Rodrigues , Zorzin Leila Crystina Dias , Lopes Flavio Marques , Cunha Paulo Henrique Jorge da , Dewulf Nathalie De Lourdes Souza
Published: September 2017

O presente estudo teve como objetivo apresentar os impactos do estágio de Farmácia Hospitalar desenvolvido pela Faculdade de Farmácia da Universidade Federal de Goiás (FF/UFG) no Hospital Veterinário da Escola de Veterinária e Zootecnia da Universidade Federal de Goiás (HV/EVZ/UFG), tanto na formação acadêmica dos estagiários, quanto nos serviços da unidade. Trata-se de um relato de experiência da atuação e das atividades propostas pelos alunos da faculdade de farmácia ao HV/EVZ/UFG, supervisionados pelo farmacêutico da unidade e orientados pelo docente responsável pela disciplina, como forma de avaliação do estágio em farmácia hospitalar. Os principais temas propostos foram relacionados à implementação de ações de esterilização e limpeza, ações de farmacovigilância, sistema de padronização e distribuição de medicamentos. A receptividade na aceitação das propostas apresentadas resultou em impactos positivos ao HV/EVZ/UFG, como a promoção do uso racional de medicamentos, o monitoramento do controle de qualidade e a redução de problemas relacionados a medicamentos. Além disso, possibilitou aos alunos atender aos objetivos da disciplina e ainda obterem experiência com o uso de medicamentos veterinários. Conclui-se portanto que a experiência proporcionou impactos positivos tanto para os alunos da disciplina de farmácia hospitalar da FF/UFG como para o HV/EVZ/UFG.
Does Organisational Socialisation Resembles Employee Orientation? Or is There More to It? (A Comprehensive Review of Literature)
Authors: Nishanthi Hewawaduge Menaka
Published: September 2017

The concept of organisational socialisation has been widely tested in the international context as well as in local context with the view that it is a process where novel candidates are familiarised to the current organisational setting. Hence, it is viewed as an orienting programme. However, it is worthwhile to examine whether the process of organisational socialisation is a mere employee orienting programme or whether there is more to it than this. This viewpoint is assessed below through a comprehensive literature review.
VIRGEM SENHORA NOSSA MÃE PARADOXAL
Authors: Zordan Paola Basso Menna Barreto Gomes
Published: September 2017

Figuras femininas, em especial a Virgem Maria, apresentam aspectos icônicos e mitológicos propícios para se pensar como a mulher é vista, sentida e prospectada. Características da figura são tratadas com a semiologia de Barthes para desenvolver  uma crítica junto as invaginações e o pensamento genital de Gilles Deleuze. Com a mitologia semiológica aborda a popularização de sua imagem de culto na contexto do final do século XIX  a fim de mostrar criações poética e críticas e através de amostras do paradoxo  inerente à imagem. A intenção é  construir outros modos de pensar o feminino para problematizar as diferentes séries de sentido que convergem na figura de Nossa Senhora. As  imagens em evidência neste texto dão origens a produções sincréticas, onde as relações entre signos sacros e sexuais se imiscuem, evidenciando paradoxos de sentido na devoção mariana.
GERAÇÕES FAMILIARES, HIERARQUIA E IMIGRAÇÃO PORTUGUESA NO BRASIL MERIDIONAL: ASPECTOS E FATORES DAS LIMITAÇÕES DAS OPORTUNIDADES SOCIAIS DE MEMBROS DA FAMÍLIA VIEIRA DOS SANTOS (VILAS DE MORRETES E PARANAGUÁ, PROVÍNCIA DE SÃO PAULO, 1812-1848
Authors: Moscaleski Cavazzani André Luiz , Gomes Sandro Aramis Richter
Published: September 2017

Neste artigo é empreendido um estudo sobre os percursos sociais de quatro indivíduos da família Vieira dos Santos, os quais habitaram os municípios de Morretes e Paranaguá, localizados no litoral do atual Estado do Paraná, na primeira metade do século XIX. Na época, tais municípios pertenciam à jurisdição da Província de São Paulo. A principal finalidade deste artigo é evidenciar a natureza das dificuldades econômicas e das restrições de oportunidades sociais destes descendentes de imigrantes portugueses que se estabeleceram, a partir do fim do século XVIII, em áreas litorâneas do Brasil Meridional. Nesse âmbito, são sustentados três argumentos. Primeiro, é demonstrado que, no contexto do litoral sul paulista, as relações de crédito geravam indissolúveis vínculos de dependência. Tais vínculos eram transmitidos de uma geração para outra. Segundo, argumenta-se que a realização de migrações internas foi uma prática presente entre os portugueses – e seus descendentes – menos abastados. As migrações eram uma consequência de eventos como a falência comercial ou a iniciação em um novo ramo da vida mercantil. Terceiro, é evidenciado que, no litoral sul paulista, os pequenos comerciantes de origem portuguesa não tiveram acesso ao mercado matrimonial composto pelos seus compatrícios enriquecidos. Em síntese, a partir desse caso, demonstra-se que as distâncias econômicas entre os membros da comunidade de imigrantes portugueses implicavam restrições à formação de laços familiares entre eles. Nesse quadro, trata-se de demonstrar que os portugueses que constituíram relações familiares com os Vieira dos Santos eram pequenos comerciantes que compunham os séquitos de credores dos portugueses enriquecidos de Morretes e Paranaguá. As fontes utilizadas para a análise são os textos memorialísticos Breve resumo das memórias mais notáveis acontecidas desde 1797 até 1827 e Memórias dos sucessos mais notáveis acontecidos desde o ano de 1838 de Antonio Vieira dos Santos.
O FILME AS SUFRAGISTAS E AS TRANSFORMAÇÕES NOS MODOS DE VIDA PELA MILITÂNCIA POLÍTICA: DESLOCAMENTOS SUBJETIVOS, SACRIFÍCIO DO CORPO E AFINIDADES FEMINISTAS
Authors: Piazentini Vieira Priscila
Published: September 2017

Esta comunicação discute o filme As Sufragistas, lançado em 2015 e dirigido por Sarah Gavron, a partir dos seguintes temas: o jogo que as sufragistas praticam com os direitos, tendo como principal objetivo aprovar o voto das mulheres na Inglaterra no início do século XX; as transformações subjetivas pelas quais as mulheres passam ao entrarem para a militância sufragista, prestando atenção nas suas relações com os maridos, os patrões e os filhos. O texto também levanta discussões sobre o sacrifício do corpo das mulheres nas fábricas, mas também em uma militância política permeada por uma ética que deve ser explicitada não somente por palavras, mas por ações e pelo emprego do corpo como a expressão da verdade. Também será abordado o destaque que o filme reserva para as afinidades feministas entre as personagens.
APRESENTAÇÃO
Authors: Bonadio Maria Claudia , Rainho Maria Do Carmo
Published: September 2017

Apresentação do Dossiê Histórias da Moda
CHATÔ: O REI DO ALGODÃO
Authors: Bonadio Maria Claudia
Published: September 2017

O objetivo desse artigo é analisar o papel do empresário Assis Chateaubriand na promoção da moda brasileira durante o início da década de 1950 e como suas ações buscavam associar matéria-prima nacional com a alta-costura francesa, deixando de lado as propostas nacionalistas que costumavam caracterizar sua atuação. Nesse sentido, entre 1951-1952, ele foi responsável pela vinda ao Brasil de três importantes nomes da alta-costura, Marcel Rochas, Jacques Fath e Elsa Schiaparelli. A partir do levantamento de reportagens publicadas em veículos de imprensa dos Diários Associados, a biografia do empresário e textos de sua autoria, intento ainda discutir como seus interesses no campo da moda, possivelmente estariam ligados a propósitos pessoais em relação à produção de algodão de fibra longa (ou algodão do Seridó) que, naquele momento, se concentrava em terras paraibanas, aonde Assis Chateaubriand vinha atuando como Senador e, provavelmente mantinha também investimentos econômicos.
ANIKI BOBÓ: DESBUNDE E PSICODELIA NOS ANOS DE CHUMBO
Authors: Rainho Maria Do Carmo Teixeira
Published: September 2017

O propósito deste artigo é examinar a trajetória da Aniki Bobó, uma das mais criativas lojas cariocas dos anos 1960-1970. Desde o nome escolhido até a identidade visual que a caracterizava, sem esquecer as roupas, tudo era elaborado de modo a distingui-la do padrão comum às butiques inauguradas no Rio de Janeiro nas décadas anteriores. Da mesma forma, a Aniki Bobó se diferenciava das casas que emergiram no final dos anos 1960 e, que, assim, como ela, emulavam as lojas modernas de Londres. A análise dos produtos comercializados pela Aniki Bobó, do público consumidor e de sua proprietária, nos permite pensar questões relacionadas a gênero, sexualidade, política, e, ainda, as relações entre as roupas e as políticas do corpo. Os modos como a memória sobre a butique foram e são construídas é outro tema que merece atenção. São essas as questões que pretendemos investigar.
Decline in holm oak coppices (Quercus ilex L. subsp. ballota (Desf.) Samp.): biometric and physiological interpretations
Authors: Serrada Rafael , Gómez-Sanz Valentín , Aroca María J. , Otero Javier , Bravo-Fernández J. Alfredo , Roig Sonia
Published: September 2017

Aim of the study: To analyse the decline in aged holm oak coppice forests as regards above-ground and below-ground fractions and physiological features.Area of study: Centre of the Iberian Peninsula (Guadalajara province).Material and methods: 26 pairs of holm oak stools with different vigour but with similar site and structural characteristics within each pair were selected. Morphological (basal area, number of stools, maximum height) and physiological traits (leaf water potential, stomatal conductance) of the standing stools were assessed. Their aerial and underground parts were extracted and different size fractions of both their above and below-ground biomass were quantified. Linear mixed models were built to test the effect of ’Stool vigour’ on the mean behaviour of the measured variables. Additionally, for the aerial part, linear regressions between the weights of the different size fractions and the basal area at breast height were performed using ‘Stool vigour’ as a fixed factor.Main results: For the same site, root depth, and number and diameter of shoots than good vigour stools, poor vigour stools displayed: lower predawn water potential, greater leaf mass per unit of area; lower total leaf area; lower above-ground biomass (in total as well as per fractions); lower fine roots biomass; lower proportion of leaf biomass and a greater proportion of biomass of both all roots and those with diameter 2-7 cm.Research highlights: The above-ground physiological and morphological characteristics of declined stools are interpreted as poorer adaptation to site conditions. Root system architecture was found to be relevant to explain this behaviour.
Practical Application of Theory in Business
Authors: Thomas Jason Earl
Published: September 2017

Theorists spend countless hours conducting research to explain phenomena that exist in the world and to increase the base of knowledge in their fields. Once this knowledge is discovered and codified, it should be used. However, scholars are divided on the relationship between theory and practical application and their reciprocal value. This paper explores the relationship between theory and practical application and displays a specific example of how one theory, the theory of service-dominant logic, can be practically applied in the field of business.
The Impact of Surplus Free Cash Flow, Corporate Governance and Firm Size on Earnings Predictability in Companies Listed in Tehran Stock Exchange
Authors: Shadmehri Samaneh Ahmadi , Khansalar Ehsan , Giannopoulos George , Dasht-Bayaz Mahmoud Lari
Published: September 2017

Among the most important cases considered in financial statements by investors and other users of financial statements is earnings-related information. Given the need of the users of financial statements for the future information of companies and use of past data to predict the future, it seems that earnings forecast is among the favorite items of investors. In fact, earnings forecast by the management provides information about the future of companies. The main objective of the present study is to investigate the effect of surplus free cash flow, corporate governance and firm size on earnings predictability in companies listed in Tehran Stock Exchange. This research is an applied study and of post-event causal type. For data analysis, OLS regression method has been applied using Eviews‏ software. The research results demonstrate that there is a statistically significant relationship between earnings predictability and surplus free cash flow and good corporate mechanisms play a positive role in the relationship between surplus free cash flow and earnings predictability. According to the results, in large companies, good corporate mechanisms enhance the relationship between surplus free cash flow and earnings predictability.
Cardio-Judo in Long-term Cardiac Rehabilitation. A Feasibility Study for Clinical Practice and Heart Support Groups.
Authors: Mastnak Wolfgang
Published: September 2017

Background. Long-term cardiac rehabilitation has become a means of vital importance in national health systems. It enhances the sustainability of benefits of cardiac surgery and acute cardiologic treatment and helps to prevent the recurrence of pathological events. For decades, sports have become a cornerstone of cardiac rehabilitation and Chinese martial arts such as Tai Chi Chuan and Qi Gong have gained ground. By contrast, Judo is usually not considered a viable means for cardiac rehabilitation. This paper, however, advocates Judo for heart patients and highlights specific advantages as well as necessary risk
control.
Material and methods. The research was conducted with cardiac patients of the Austrian Heart Association. Methods comprised (i) comparison of exertion and movement patterns of Judo with sports medical guidelines of cardiac rehabilitation; (ii) application of guidelines to prevent risks of harm through physical exercise in heart patients; (iii) qualitative research on psychosomatic self-attribution and motor-learning abilities.
Results. Specifically tailored Judo is a feasible and beneficial add-on-intervention in cardiac rehabilitation. It has manifold advantages, can enhance the attractiveness of exercise-based rehabilitation, and helps to improve sustainable adherence.
Conclusion. Martial arts and in particular Judo seem to provide a perfect balance between endurance and resistance training, to enhance motor-coordination and metabolic parameters, and to have positive effects on the psyche and behaviour. Further studies are needed to more distinctly draft guidelines for best practice. Cardio-Judo might become a standard option in long-term cardiac rehabilitation.
Importance of movement symmetry in technical and tactical preparation of high advanced judokas different level of mastership
Authors: Starosta Włodzimierz
Published: September 2017

Introduction. The equalizing level of judokas preparation and more tough international competition force to seek continuously for reserves. The dimishing reserves still remaining in fitness draw attention to technical and tactical preparation. Here, movement symmetry and its application in tactics have been little used, as yet. The objective was to determine appearance of movement symmetry its extent and importance for sport successes by judokas.
Methods and material. general physical fitness tests, interviews, observations. Tested were 136 advanced judokas (male and female), mainly juniors (finalists of the Polish Youth Games, reserve of the Polish Junior National Team). Results were given on the background of literature data for 959 judokas from various countries.
Results. Investigation of the large judokas group has shown domination of right-side body activity, especially in young judokas (threefold in juniors). Over 20% of leading judokas made throws in both directions, with their number increasing with increase in sport proficiency (up to 57.3% among medal winners, and 71.4% among golden medal winners during various events, including Olympic Games). Symmetrically trained judokas have had greater successes when using right and left throws. This points to the increasing important of movement versatility at the highest level of sports mastery.
Conclusion. Physical fitness test results in judokas show a differentiation in the body sides abilities in particular tests. This differentiation has been the highest in balance, flexibility and global movement coordination tests and lowest in the force (speed type tests).
The use of functional physiotherapeutic tests to assess the risk of suffering physical injuries by men practicing capoeira and bodybuilding
Authors: Boguszewski Dariusz , Adamczyk Jakub Grzegorz , Słyk Ewelina , Ochal Andrzej , Białoszewski Dariusz
Published: September 2017

Introduction. Being physically active is a desired element of a lifestyle in terms of avoiding civilizational diseases, but may also promote a risk of occurring damages of the locomotor system. The research objective was to obtain the information on the spinal joints, hip joints and shoulder joints mobility that may predispose to suffering physical injuries by men practicing capoeira and bodybuilding.
Materials and methods. The study consisted of 43 men practicing capoeira and bodybuilding. The research tool consisted of: a series of tests evaluating the flexibility (the Dega test, Thomas test, Thomayer test and Zipper Back Scratch Test), and of a custom-made survey on training methods, the number, types and circumstances of contracted injuries, as well as their treatment methods.
Results. One studied person from the first group and eleven persons from the second group showed a negative Thomayer test result. Iliolumbar muscle spasms were identified in the case of two men practicing capoeira and sixteen bodybuilders. Seven men practicing capoeira and thirteen men practicing bodybuilding obtained negative Dega test results. Negative Back Scratch Test results were observed in the case of five capoeira adepts and fifteen bodybuilders. The differences between the results of all the tests were statistically significant (p<0,05).
Conclusions. 1. Physical injuries are common among capoeira and bodybuilding practitioners. The degree of functional limitations may be the effect, yet also the cause of bodily injuries. 2. The majority of bodybuilding practitioners had limited joint flexibility.
A Nova Rota da Seda e a recriação do sistema sinocêntrico
Authors: Pautasso Diego , Ungaretti Carlos Renato
Published: September 2017

O presente artigo tem como finalidade analisar os principais projetos da Iniciativa OBOR (Um Cinturão, Uma Estrada) - também conhecida como Nova Rota da Seda - e suas consequências para a integração regional. O argumento principal é de que o êxito na implantação da Iniciativa OBOR ampliaria e aprofundaria o sistema sinocêntrico. Ou seja, a crescente assertividade da política externa chinesa revela uma disposição do país de influência não somente sobre a dinâmica de integração da Eurásia, mas de influenciar de maneira mais decisiva sobre as novas configurações de poder no mundo.
A presença chinesa no Oriente Médio frente à hegemonia mundial dos Estados Unidos
Authors: Souza Bruno Mendelski de , Jardim Emmanuel Brandolff
Published: September 2017

A crise financeira que eclodiu em 2008, acentuou uma tendência de declínio relativo do poder hegemônico dos Estados Unidos da América (EUA) no moderno sistema mundial. Na estratégica região do Oriente Médio, a China vem aumentando sua presença, ao mesmo tempo em que Washington perde a sua importância. Tendo essa conjuntura como base, e a partir da metodologia de revisão bibliográfica, o objetivo do artigo é discutir a natureza desse contexto, analisando o aumento da presença chinesa no Oriente Médio, sobretudo as relações comerciais, em detrimento dos EUA. Amparado nas considerações teóricas arrighianas sobre hegemonia e ciclos sistêmicos de acumulação, procurar-se-á identificar se o referido cenário pode, de fato, contribuir para um possível declínio hegemônico estadunidense. Conclui-se que apesar do enfraquecimento político de Washington, e a perda de sua supremacia comercial junto ao Oriente Médio frente à Pequim, este aparenta não ter pretensões hegemônicas na região à curto prazo.
Intervenção, conflitos étnicos e fronteiras porosas: um panorama das relações Quênia-Somália no pós-2011
Authors: Gasperin Henrique Brenner , Beaklini Bruno Lima Rocha
Published: September 2017

O presente artigo busca realizar uma análise acerca dos desdobramentos regionais da incursão militar queniana na Somália iniciada em 2011. Objetiva-se realizar um estudo sobre os condicionantes regionais e globais que influenciaram a ação, bem como uma abordagem crítica dos seus resultados. Para isso, serão levados em conta dados que elucidem alguns reflexos diretos da intervenção, em especial o crescimento da atuação do grupo extremista Al-Shabaab não somente na Somália, mas também no próprio Quênia. Ao final, constata-se a intensificação de um conflito religioso e sectário na região do Chifre da África que pode comprometer a estabilidade e a segurança locais. Ademais, será evidenciada a ideia de que a doutrina estadunidense da Guerra ao Terror e o apoio de Washington a Nairóbi servira como incentivo à intervenção, mostrando-se útil a um interesse geopolítico histórico do Estado queniano e, dessa forma, peça chave no entendimento da insegurança construída.
Description of three new species of Caledomina (Insecta, Trichoptera, Ecnomidae) from New Caledonia
Authors: Johanson Kjell Arne
Published: September 2017

Three new species of Caledomina Johanson, 2011 are described and illustrated for the first time: C. paniensis sp. nov., C. dorsospina sp. nov. and C. kohensis sp. nov. A key to the males of the four known species in the genus is given, as well as a map indicating their geographical distribution. When examining a phylogenetic hypothesis comprising the four species, we see an increased complexity in younger species compared to older species.
Biduality and density in Lipschitz function spaces
Authors: Jiménez-Vargas A. , Sepulcre J. M. , Villegas-Vallecillos M.
Published: September 2017

For pointed compact metric spaces $(X,d)$, we address the biduality problem as to when the space of Lipschitz functions $\mathrm{Lip}_0 (X,d)$ is isometrically isomorphic to the bidual of the space of little Lipschitz functions $\mathrm{lip}_0 (X,d)$, and show that this is the case whenever the closed unit ball of $\mathrm{lip}_0 (X,d)$ is dense in the closed unit ball of $\mathrm{Lip}_0 (X,d)$ with respect to the topology of pointwise convergence. Then we apply our density criterion to prove in an alternative way the real version of a classical result which asserts that $\mathrm{Lip}_0 (X,d^\alpha )$ is isometrically isomorphic to $\mathrm{lip}_0 (X,d^\alpha )^{**}$ for any $\alpha \in (0,1)$.
Equimultiple coefficient ideals
Authors: Lima P. H. , Jorge Pérez V. H.
Published: September 2017

Let $(R,\mathfrak {m})$ be a quasi-unmixed local ring and $I$ an equimultiple ideal of $R$ of analytic spread $s$. In this paper, we introduce the equimultiple coefficient ideals. Fix $k\in \{1,\dots ,s\}$. The largest ideal $L$ containing $I$ such that $e_{i}(I_{\mathfrak{p} })=e_{i}(L_{\mathfrak{p} })$ for each $i \in \{1,\dots ,k\}$ and each minimal prime $\mathfrak{p} $ of $I$ is called the $k$-th equimultiple coefficient ideal denoted by $I_{k}$. It is a generalization of the coefficient ideals introduced by Shah for the case of $\mathfrak {m}$-primary ideals. We also see applications of these ideals. For instance, we show that the associated graded ring $G_{I}(R)$ satisfies the $S_{1}$ condition if and only if $I^{n}=(I^{n})_{1}$ for all $n$.
A classification of $\mathbb{C}$-Fuchsian subgroups of Picard modular groups
Authors: Parkkonen Jouni , Paulin Frédéric
Published: September 2017

Given an imaginary quadratic extension $K$ of $\mathbb{Q}$, we give a classification of the maximal nonelementary subgroups of the Picard modular group $\operatorname{PSU}_{1,2}(\mathcal{O}_K)$ preserving a complex geodesic in the complex hyperbolic plane $\mathbb{H}^2_\mathbb{C}$. Complementing work of Holzapfel, Chinburg-Stover and M\"oller-Toledo, we show that these maximal $\mathbb{C}$-Fuchsian subgroups are arithmetic, arising from a quaternion algebra $\Big(\!\begin{array}{c} D\,,D_K\\\hline\mathbb{Q}\end{array} \!\Big)$ for some explicit $D\in\mathbb{N}-\{0\}$ and $D_K$ the discriminant of $K$. We thus prove the existence of infinitely many orbits of $K$-arithmetic chains in the hypersphere of $\mathbb{P}_2(\mathbb{C})$.
Uniform-to-proper duality of geometric properties of Banach spaces and their ultrapowers
Authors: Talponen Jarno
Published: September 2017

In this note various geometric properties of a Banach space $\mathrm{X} $ are characterized by means of weaker corresponding geometric properties involving an ultrapower $\mathrm{X} ^\mathcal {U}$. The characterizations do not depend on the particular choice of the free ultrafilter $\mathcal {U}$ on $\mathbb{N}$. For example, a point $x\in \mathbf{S} _\mathrm{X} $ is an MLUR point if and only if $\jmath (x)$ (given by the canonical inclusion $\jmath \colon \mathrm{X} \to \mathrm{X} ^\mathcal {U}$) in $\mathbb{B} _{\mathrm{X} ^\mathcal {U}}$ is an extreme point; a point $x\in \mathbf{S} _\mathrm{X} $ is LUR if and only if $\jmath (x)$ is not contained in any non-degenerate line segment of $\mathbf{S} _{\mathrm{X} ^\mathcal {U}}$; a Banach space $\mathrm{X} $ is URED if and only if there are no $x, y \in \mathbf{S} _{\mathrm{X} ^\mathcal {U}}$, $x \neq y$, with $x-y \in \jmath (\mathrm{X} )$.
A simple sufficient condition for triviality of obstructions in the orbifold construction for subfactors
Authors: Masuda Toshihiko
Published: September 2017

We present a simple sufficient condition for triviality of obstructions in the orbifold construction. As an application, we can show the existence of subfactors with principal graph $D_{2n}$ without full use of Ocneanu's paragroup theory.
Factors Affecting Students’ Attitudes towards E-Learning
Authors: Jović Marija , Kostic Stankovic Milica , Neskovic Ema
Published: September 2017

E-learning is becoming a widespread method of gaining knowledge in a global environment. Accessibility and variety of online content encourage more people to get involved in learning from digital resources. However, there has been limited research exploring the factors that could influence students’ attitudes regarding e-learning. In this study, field research was conducted to determine which factors affect students’ attitudes towards e-learning. The questionnaire was developed to collect data about factors that influence attitudes towards e-learning. A total of 286 students were the study cohort. Three factors were identified using principal component analysis: e-learning usefulness, ease of use, and content design. Regression analysis was conducted to determine the strength of the factors influencing attitudes towards e-learning. All factors had a significant influence on attitude towards e-learning. Usefulness of e-learning had the strongest impact on students’ e-learning intention. Our study will contribute to the existing work in this field by emphasizing the importance of perception of content design on attitudes towards e-learning.
An FAHP-TOPSIS framework for analysis of the employee productivity in the Serbian electrical power companies
Authors: Knežević Snezana Pavle , Mandić Ksenija , Mitrović Aleksandra , Dmitrović Veljko , Delibašić Boris
Published: September 2017

The aim of this paper is to apply an integrated model, which combines methods of classical and fuzzy Multi-criteria decision making (MCDM) in selected six large equity companies from the Serbian energy sector. The data considered are retrieved from the official financial statements. Four main criteria were analyzed, identified by the previous researchers and pointing to the employees’ productivity: Operating income/Number of employees, Equity/Number of employees, Net income/Number of employees and Total assets/Number of employees. The contribution of this paper lies in the application of a hybrid model that integrates two MCDM methods: Fuzzy Analytic Hierarchy Process (FAHP) and Technique for Order Performance by Similarity to Ideal Solution (TOPSIS) to analyse the employee productivity in selected D-Electrical power supply companies operating in Serbia. The FAHP is an effective method for mathematical representation of uncertain and imprecise evaluations made by humans, while the TOPSIS method is an efficient way to rank the alternatives. Results show that operating income is of highest importance for estimating employee productivity and decision making, while equity is of the weakest. Furthermore, the most productive operations in large enterprises from selected companies of the sector D-Electrical power supply are found in the company PC EPS Beograd, and the lowest are in the ED Center llc Kragujevac.
Estimating consultant engagement in the corporate lifecycle: study of the bias in South Eastern Europe
Authors: Adizes Ichak Kalderon , Rodic Dusanka , Cudanov Mladen
Published: September 2017

This paper surveys perception bias regarding the timing of proactive consultant engagement. It aims to improve efficiency and effectiveness of consultant engagement. Research is based on the primary dataset from South Eastern Europe and secondary dataset which is used for comparison as the real lifecycle phase of consultant engagement. Adizes lifecycle model provided our theoretical framework. After data were checked for normality t-test was used for hypotheses confirmation/rejection. T-test confirmed existence of negative bias in early lifecycle phases, one­sample t(118) =-16,232, p = 0.000. Significant differences were found for bias of early phases in organisations founded less than 25 years ago (M= -0.301, SD=0.22) and organisations founded more than 25 years ago (M= -0.396, SD=0.24); t(110)= 2.072, p=0.041; also, absolute bias in organisations founded less than 25 years ago(M=1.32, SD=0.27) and organisations founded more than 25 years ago (M=1.20, SD=0.31) is significantly different t(110)= -2.204, p=0.030. Significant differences were not found between early lifecycle stages bias of consultants (M= -0.374, SD=0.26) and users of consulting services (M -0.368, SD=0.22); t(117)= 0.475, p=0.636 but absolute bias in organisations with less than 25 years of chronological age (M=1.32, SD=0.27) and organisations with more than 25 years of chronological age (M=1.20, SD=0.31) is significantly different t(117)=-1.348, p=0.180. This research finds strong bias in estimation of lifecycle phase as time for engagement of proactive consulting services. The timing for consultant engagement is not often correctly estimated by the users of the service, so those services can be engaged as preventive before issues arise in organisation and become crisis at the tip of the organisational iceberg. Main limitations of our research are that we do not have true random sample and that data is from South Eastern Europe which limits wider generalization.
Student Perception of Benefits from Being Engaged in International Case Study Competitions
Authors: Damnjanovic Vesna , Mijatovic Ivana
Published: September 2017

The main aim of this research paper is to present experience of the students who participated in international business case competitions from Serbia. The findings indicate the six main benefits for students at case competitions are: skills improvement, knowledge, contacts, self-realization, employment opportunity and the role of mentor. Additionally, we identified some perceived advantages of domestic students compared to colleagues/students from developed countries: presentation, preparation for competition, creativity, multidisciplinary approach to problems and teamwork, while the perceived advantages of colleagues/students from developed countries are: more advanced business environment, the availability of multiple sources for learning, more practical experience, student exchange programs, larger budgets and university reputation. This paper shows the innovative way of active learning for business schools through business case competitions valuably contributes to gaining skills and knowledge, personal improvement for students and better preparing them for their future career
The Dark Cube: dark character profiles and OCEAN
Authors: Garcia Danilo , González Moraga Fernando R.
Published: September 2017

Background

The Big Five traits (i.e., openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism: OCEAN) have been suggested to provide a meaningful taxonomy for studying the Dark Triad: Machiavellianism, narcissism, and psychopathy. Nevertheless, current research consists of mixed and inconsistent associations between the Dark Triad and OCEAN. Here we used the Dark Cube (Garcia & Rosenberg, 2016), a model of malevolent character theoretically based on Cloninger’s biopsychosocial model of personality and in the assumption of a ternary structure of malevolent character. We use the dark cube profiles to investigate differences in OCEAN between individuals who differ in one dark character trait while holding the other two constant (i.e., conditional relationships).

Method

Participants (N = 330) responded to the Short Dark Triad Inventory and the Big Five Inventory and were grouped according to the eight possible combinations using their dark trait scores (M, high Machiavellianism; m, low Machiavellianism; N, high narcissism; n, low narcissism; P, high psychopathy; p, low psychopathy): MNP “maleficent”, MNp “manipulative narcissistic”, MnP “anti-social”, Mnp “Machiavellian”, mNP “psychopathic narcissistic”, mNp “narcissistic”, mnP “psychopathic”, and mnp “benevolent”.

Results

High narcissism-high extraversion and high psychopathy-low agreeableness were consistently associated across comparisons. The rest of the comparisons showed a complex interaction. For example, high Machiavellianism-high neuroticism only when both narcissism and psychopathy were low (Mnp vs. mnp), high narcissism-high conscientiousness only when both Machiavellianism and psychopathy were also high (MNP vs. MnP), and high psychopathy-high neuroticism only when Machiavellianism was low and narcissism was high (mNP vs. mNp).

Conclusions

We suggest that the Dark Cube is a useful tool in the investigation of a consistent Dark Triad Theory. This approach suggests that the only clear relationships were narcissism-extraversion and psychopathy-agreeableness and that the malevolent character traits were associated to specific OCEAN traits only under certain conditions. Hence, explaining the mixed and inconsistent linear associations in the Dark Triad literature.
Functional modularity in lake-dwelling characin fishes of Mexico
Authors: Ornelas-García Claudia Patricia , Bautista Amando , Herder Fabian , Doadrio Ignacio
Published: September 2017

Modular evolution promotes evolutionary change, allowing independent variation across morphological units. Recent studies have shown that under contrasting ecological pressures, patterns of modularity could be related to divergent evolution. The main goal of the present study was to evaluate the presence of modular evolution in two sister lacustrine species,Astyanax aeneusandA. caballeroi, which are differentiated by their trophic habits. Two different datasets were analyzed: (1) skull X-rays from 73 specimens (35A. aeneusand 38A. caballeroi) to characterize skull variation patterns, considering both species and sex effects. For this dataset, three different modularity hypotheses were tested, previously supported in other lacustrine divergent species; (2) a complete body shape dataset was also tested for four modularity hypotheses, which included a total of 196 individuals (110Astyanax aeneusand 86A. caballeroi). Skull shape showed significant differences among species and sex (P < 0.001), whereAstyanax caballeroispecies showed an upwardly projected mandible and larger preorbital region. For the skull dataset, the modularity hypothesis ranked first included three partitioning modules. While for the complete body dataset the best ranked hypothesis included two modules (head vs the rest of the body), being significant only forA. caballeroi.
Filtering out parasites: sand crabs (Lepidopa benedicti) are infected by more parasites than sympatric mole crabs (Emerita benedicti)
Authors: Faulkes Zen
Published: September 2017

Two digging decapod crustaceans, the sand crab speciesLepidopa benedictiand the mole crab speciesEmerita benedicti, both live in the swash zone of fine sand beaches. They were examined for two parasites that infect decapod crustaceans in the region, an unidentified nematode previously shown to infectL. benedicti, and cestode tapeworm larvae,Polypocephalussp., previously shown to infect shrimp (Litopenaeus setiferus).Lepidopa benedictiwere almost always infected with both parasite species, whileE. benedictiwere rarely infected with either parasite species. This difference in infection pattern suggests that tapeworms are ingested during sediment feeding inL. benedicti, whichE. benedictiavoid by filter feeding. LargerL. benedictihad morePolypocephalussp. larvae. The thoracic ganglia, which make up the largest proportion of neural tissue, contained the largest numbers ofPolypocephalussp. larvae. Intensity ofPolypocephalussp. infection was not correlated with how longL. benedictiremained above sand in behavioural tests, suggesting thatPolypocephalussp. do not manipulate the sand crabs in a way that facilitates trophic transmission of the parasite.Litopenaeus setiferusmay be a primary host forPolypocephalussp., andL. benedictmay be a secondary, auxiliary host.
Hydrocotyle serendipita (Araliaceae), a new species of fire ephemeral from south-western Australia
Authors: Perkins Andrew J. , Dilly Megan L.
Published: September 2017

Hydrocotyle serendipita A.J.Perkins sp. nov. is a rare species of fire ephemeral from the Albany area of southwest Western Australia. The newly discovered species shares the fire ephemeral life history trait with the recently described H. phoenix A.J.Perkins. Based on a suite of vegetative synapomorphies, these two species appear to be closely related. Marked differences in mericarp shape and surface morphology, assist to differentiate the two species. Photographic images of H. serendipita are provided, along with a distribution map and a list of diagnostic features to aid in identification.
SABERES GEOMÉTRICOS NO CURSO PRIMÁRIO: UMA DISCUSSÃO SOBRE O MOVIMENTO DE SEUS METODOS E CONTEÚDOS
Authors: Camara Alexsandra , Pinto Neuza Bertoni
Published: September 2017

Nas primeiras décadas do século XX (1903-1930), tornava-se necessária a implantação de uma reforma na instrução pública da escola de primeiras letras, onde conteúdos e métodos de ensino da época foram colocados em debate.  Diante essa necessidade, o objetivo deste texto é trazer uma discussão sobre os diferentes conteúdos e abordagens de métodos de ensino dos saberes geométricos, considerando como fontes de pesquisa programas de ensino, relatórios e livros didáticos utilizados na primeira república paranaense.  Fizemos uso do ferramental teórico-metodológico proveniente da História Cultural e concluímos que, no período de estudo, vários métodos de ensino se faziam presentes em discussões, em documentos e possivelmente em práticas que envolviam os saberes geométricos no ensino primário.
BINET E O ENSINO E A APRENDIZAGEM DA ARITMÉTICA NOS PRIMEIROS ANOS ESCOLARES: O QUE ENSINAR, QUANDO ENSINAR
Authors: Pinheiro Nara Vilma Lima , Valente Wagner Rodrigues
Published: September 2017

A proposta deste artigo é analisar um aspecto pouco explorado nas obras do psicológo francês Alfred Binet: o aspecto aritmético. Estudioso da psicologia experimental, Alfred Binet notou que os testes de cálculo permitiriam vislumbrar a inteligência dos sujeitos e, ao mesmo tempo, seu poder de atenção e seu espírito de método. Os resultados dessas experiências culminaram na elaboração da célebre Échelle Métrique de l’Intelligence. Assim, no que toca a esse artigo, nos interessou saber que marcha seguiu esse personagem no trato da aprendizagem da aritmética? Os resultados iniciais apontaram para uma preocupação com a aprendizagem da aritmética e com uma sistematização psicológica dos conteúdos aritméticos, a serem organizados tendo-se em conta a psicologia infantil e não mais a ordem lógica dos conteúdos.
CARTAS E POSTAIS COMO REFERÊNCIA EM PROBLEMAS NO LIVRO DE ARITMÉTICA DE OTTO BÜCHLER
Authors: Correa Rosa Lydia Teixeira , Eissler Roberto João
Published: September 2017

O artigo tem como referência o manual escolar de Otto Büchler, “Arithmetica Pratica em quatro partes”. Livro, originalmente escrito em alemão, traduzido por Homero Dias Cardozo e publicado pela Editora Rotermund & Co de São Leopoldo e Cruz Alta, no Rio Grande do Sul. Circulou no Brasil entre os anos de 1915, primeira edição, até, pelo menos, 1932, na 6ª edição da parte três. Analisamos dois problemas nele contidos, destacando o fato de que esse manual destina-se, sobretudo, a aritmética. Cartas e cartões postais são analisados para argumentar a finalidade pedagógica dos mesmos durante a Primeira Guerra Mundial onde foram impingidas práticas coercitivas a imigrantes alemães radicados no Brasil. Servem para ilustrar abordagens intuitivas sobre a compreensão de saberes matemáticos algébricos e aritméticos na escola primária.
DIVIDIR MULTIPLICANDO AS ABORDAGENS: QUANDO A MATEMÁTICA REMONTA ÀS FONTES
Authors: Moyon Marc
Published: September 2017

Este artigo descreve e analisa em detalhes um rol de atividades no âmbito da temática “História da Matemática no colégio”. Integrando discussões da História da Matemática e atividades de sala de aula, reunindo alunos e professores, a experiência pedagógica realizada trouxe contribuições importantes para o ensino de matemática, a partir dos objetivos alcançados. Os objetivos pedagógicos foram atingidos por meio da resolução de problemas matemáticos. É possível destacar três desses objetivos. O primeiro deles refere-se à introdução de uma perspectiva histórica no ensino de Matemática. O segundo objetivo foi o de permitir a professores de matemática revisitar a disciplina que já ensinam por vários anos e refletir sobre o seu próprio trabalho de professor de matemática. O terceiro, viabilizar uma prática, de fato, interdisciplinar, que mobilizou diferentes disciplinas escolares por meio de problemas matemáticos antigos e textos históricos originais, dando significado a conteúdos hoje presentes no ensino de matemática.
PARA CIVILIZAR UMA NAÇÃO: UM ESTUDO SOBRE UM LIVRO ESCOLAR DE EDUCAÇÃO MORAL E CÍVICA EM FLORIANÓPOLIS/1978
Authors: Santos Márcia Regina dos , Santos Cunha Maria Teresa
Published: September 2017

A História da Educação em busca de novas perspectivas de investigação passou por um processo de alargamento de fontes, que fez emergir uma grande quantidade de novos objetos de estudo compreendidos como parte da cultura escolar, como os livros escolares. Esse artigo objetiva estudar um livro escolar da disciplina de Educação Moral e Cívica utilizado em escolas de Santa Catarina entre as décadas de 1970 e 1980. A partir de exemplar da 5ª edição do livro de autoria de Benedicto de Andrade, publicado pela Editora Atlas (SP), em 1978, neste estudo serão analisados conteúdos que estavam direcionados para a questão da civilidade, entendida como elemento do processo civilizador na perspectiva trabalhada por Norbert Elias (1993) e, proposta para instituir um determinado padrão de convivência social entre os estudantes. O estudo dialoga, igualmente, com os estudos de Roger Chartier (1989; 2014), para compreender a produção material e a circulação, bem como sobre como a civilidade foi dada a ler e representada neste livro escolar.
A REVISTA UNITAS COMO UMA ESTRATÉGIA PEDAGÓGICA: A UNIFICAÇÃO DA AÇÃO DO CLERO NO RIO GRANDE DO SUL/BRASIL
Authors: Leon Adriana Duarte
Published: September 2017

Este trabalho visa analisar como a revista católica Unitas se consolidou como um mecanismo de unificação do clero na década de 1930, no estado do Rio Grande do Sul/Brasil. O impresso era uma publicação da arquidiocese de Porto Alegre e distribuído em várias das cidades do estado; era composto basicamente por textos, poucas ilustrações, conteúdo denso e específico. A revista apresenta um leitor implícito, vinculado à estrutura interna da Igreja e integrante do quadro eclesiástico; o material publicado no impresso ratifica os pressupostos do catolicismo e contempla a ideia de recatolização do Brasil presente no período. Dentre as diversas ações presentes no impresso, nota-se a investida em unificar a prática do clero rio-grandense e a divulgação de um ideário de educação católica.
VIOLÊNCIAS, EDUCAÇÃO SEXUAL E DIREITOS HUMANOS
Authors: Jacondino Eduardo Nunes , Gagliotto Giseli Monteiro
Published: September 2017

O presente artigo tem por objetivo apresentar a questão das violências presentes nas sociedades contemporâneas, levando em consideração as transformações pelas quais estas sociedades vêm passando, mais especificamente no que toca a questão da sexualidade e ao papel da escola enquanto instancia que pode oferecer uma educação sexual emancipatória e que se contraponha aos modelos tradicionais de construção das identidades masculina e feminina. Aborda, ainda, a histórica da sexualidade humana, do ocidente, baseado nas pesquisas de Michel Foucault. Num primeiro momento, elucida os principais motivos que levaram este filósofo a questionar a hipótese repressiva da sexualidade, tão aceita pela ciência moderna, e explica as razões pelas quais a sociedade moderna, capitalista, insiste em acreditar que a sexualidade reprimida é uma verdade. Em seguida, mostra aspectos centrais dos escritos de Foucault e que compõem o primeiro volume de História da Sexualidade. O artigo se encerra com uma reflexão acerca do papel da educação sexual emancipatória nas escolas e da relação que se estabelece entre esta e os direitos humanos.