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Challenges to Women’s Participation in Senior Administrative Positions in Iranian Higher Education
Authors: Mohajeri Bahieh , Mousavi Farah
Published: July 2017

In the last three decades, growth in the education of women in Iran has led to a significant increase in demand for women professionals and administrators in Iranian universities. However, the path to the top is not easy and numerous challenges must still be overcome. This study explored the challenges of women’s participation in senior administrative positions from the perspective of Iranian women administrators in higher education. Data were collected based on semi-structured interviews with 20 women academician in administrative positions. Thematic analysis was conducted to examine the themes that emerged to represent their experience and perspective. The findings indicated that challenges ranged from organizational to societal and individual factors. Individual factors were related to personality traits such as work-family balance issues and a lack of self- confidence. At the organizational levels, difficult relationships at work and the old boys’ network, and organizational practices were perceived to be a hindrance, while at the societal level, gender role stereotypes and social attitudes towards women were viewed as key challenges to the participation of women in senior administrative positions. The implication for women who aspire to the top position of organizations is that they should be aware of and understand the visible and invisible challenges in relation to their career advancement.
Evaluation Study Effect of Allowances and Job Creativity—The Performance of the Teacher in Secondary Vocational School Province of East Nusa Tenggara
Authors: Parsa I Made
Published: July 2017

This research aims to know the influence of the allowances and the creativity of work on the performance of Secondary Vocational School teacher (SMK) in the Province of East Nusa Tenggara (Province NTT). Implementation of the survey method, i.e. to know the obvious problems with the picture of samples in field. The sample selected by random sampling technique of 4 County and 1 City in the Province of East Nusa Tenggara (Province NTT). The instruments used in this study is a questionnaire about: benefits, Working and performance and teacher creativity, who each totaled 30 items and 25 reserved. The obtained data were analyzed using path analysis.The study found the following results: 1). Evaluation of the Allowances received by SMK teachers in NTT province did not give a positive direct effect on teacher performance, this is shown from the correlation coefficient between the allowance received by the teacher and the teacher’s performance of -0.013 and the path coefficient of -0.08. This can be interpreted that the high performance of a vocational school teacher in NTT Province is not influenced by the size of the allowance received by the teacher, 2). The evaluation of creativity gives a positive direct effect on the performance of SMK teachers in NTT Province, this is shown from the correlation coefficient between work creativity with teacher performance of 0.390 and the path coefficient of 0.403. This means that the higher the creativity of work the higher the performance, and conversely the lower the creativity of work, the lower the performance, and 3). Allowances received by SMK teachers in NTT Province give positive indirect effect on teacher performance through work creativity, this is shown from correlation coefficient between allowance received by teacher with teacher performance equal to -0.013 and path coefficient equal to -0.08 and correlation coefficient Between creativity of work with teacher performance equal to 0.390 and path coefficient 0.403. The coefficient of combined path (indirectly) is 0.067; Meaning the higher the allowance received by the teacher indirectly through the creativity of the work the higher the performance of the teacher.The research concluded that the allowances do not affect work directly against the performance of teachers. Affect the work will support the work of teachers’ creativity that would have an impact on performance, The teacher SMK in Province NTT. Therefore allowances work gives an indirect influence on performance through increased teacher creativity works.
Reviewer acknowledgements for International Journal of English Linguistics, Vol. 7, No. 4
Authors: Xu Diana
Published: July 2017

Reviewer acknowledgements for International Journal of English Linguistics, Vol. 7, No. 4, 2017.
Eastern and Western Woman Warriors: Through the Analyses of “The Woman Warrior” by Maxine Hong Kingston and “The Ginger Tree” by Oswald Wynd
Authors: Mursalova Parvin
Published: July 2017

This article aims to scrutinize identity problem, through utilizing gender, cultural approaches and analyzing mother-daughter relationship. The distinctive attitudes of eastern and western societies towards woman identity bear undeniable differences, yet the existence of noticeable similarities cannot be rejected. East and West are regarded as two opposite poles; apparently modern discourse searches ultimate perspectives to investigate crossroads between these two opposite sites. Indeed, culture plays a significant part in detecting these perspectives. In this article the author makes an effort to analyze the prior cultural facets by employing literary analyses. Moreover, one of the problems that modern literary study is concerned with is mother-daughter relationship. The selected two literary works presented by this article open up an immense area for exploring the above mentioned points. Enquiring into woman identity, the article attempts to approach the question from ethnic perspectives, thus our heroes are not just ethnic minorities, but also minority women.
How Does Strong Experiential Marketing Affect the Customer Value?
Authors: Danurdara Ananta Budhi , Hidayah Nurdin , Masatip Anwari
Published: July 2017

The research objective is to get empirical evidences as well as to elucidate the phenomenon so that conclusion can be drawn concerning the implementation of Experiential Marketing in Creating Customer Value at stars’ hotel of 3, 4 and 5 in West Java, Indonesia. This study uses quantitative approach and Structural Equation Modeling was conducted to test the hypothesis. To meet the adequacy of the data, it was decided to have sample of 210 respondents, consisting of hotel customers who were room occupants of 3, 4, and 5 star hotels in the West Java province. Collection of field data in order to obtain primary data was done through observation, deployment questionnaires, interviews and search and collecting documents. The results confirmed the importance of experiential marketing implementation since it can increase customer value, and it also has implications for customer loyalty.
The Role of Integrated Marketing Communications in Increasing the Efficiency of Internet-based Marketing among Jordanian Consumers
Authors: Ali Nafez Nimer Hasan , Allan Mahmoud
Published: July 2017

Many marketing strategies including and approaches like CRM, mass marketing, PR marketing and IMC have developed for the sake of increasing the demand on the product and elevate the level of customer satisfaction. With the technological development and the entrance of internet marketing there appeared an urgent need to increase the intensity of the marketing strategies in a way that matches the concept of online marketing as distance marketing. From that point, the current study seeks to understand the influence of integrated marketing communication (IMC) on the efficiency of internet-based marketing from the perspective of Jordanian customers. The variables which are employed in the current study are (communicational messaging, direct marketing, online marketing, promotion, mass media marketing and public relations). The sample of the study consisted of (349) customer from malls, commercial complexes and trading center. Through the quantitative approach and utilizing the questionnaire; the results of the study indicated there is a positive influence of IMC on the internet-based marketing within the variables of (communicational messaging, direct marketing, public relations, and mass media marketing) while (promotions and online marketing) seemed to have no influence on the internet-based marketing. The study recommends carrying out a research study that examines the influence of E-IMC on the online marketing practices through social media websites.
2017/14 Dansk Industri revisited: the Danish Supreme Court overrides the EU Court of Justice (DE)
Authors: Clasen Christian K.
Published: July 2017

2017/14 Dansk Industri revisited: the Danish Supreme Court overrides the EU Court of Justice (DE)

On 6 December 2016, the Danish Supreme Court delivered its long-awaited judgment on the case of Ajos, addressing the issue of whether a private employer was entitled to refuse to make a redundancy payment in reliance on the former section 2a(3) of the Danish Salaried Employees Act or whether the general principle against discrimination on grounds of age needed to take precedence. It concluded that the employer was entitled to refuse to pay.
2017/17 No legal protection against termination for a pregnant employee who does not hold a valid work permit (FR)
Authors: Toumieux Claire , Ekrami Susan
Published: July 2017

2017/17 No legal protection against termination for a pregnant employee who does not hold a valid work permit (FR)

A pregnant employee with no valid work permit in France does not benefit from protective legal provisions forbidding or restraining her termination.
2017/22 Use of ex-employee’s emails and files found on company PC admissible (GR)
Authors: Mitsopoulou Effie
Published: July 2017

2017/22 Use of ex-employee’s emails and files found on company PC admissible (GR)

The Supreme Court ruled that evidence of wrongdoing obtained by a company against two former executives was admissible in court, as it was legitimate that the company should have the opportunity to defend its right to free competition. In such cases, the executives’ right to privacy of communication should be balanced against the company’s freedom of competition.
A Rare Case of Encephalotrigeminal Angiomatosis: A Case Report
Authors: Jacob Lisa Elizabeth , Mathew Anuna Laila , Mohanan Omal Pattali , Abraham Thomas , Thomas Jerin , Varghese Stephy
Published: July 2017

Aim: Sturge–Weber Syndrome, also known as encephalotrigeminal angiomatosis, is an uncommon, nonhereditary developmental anomaly.

Methodology: A 48-year-old woman presented for routine dental treatment. She had a history of seizures and had a port wine stain on the right side of her face, which followed the distribution of the trigeminal nerve. Skull radiographs revealed “tram-track” calcifications.

Conclusions: The early diagnosis of Sturge–Weber Syndrome requires a multidisciplinary approach. Oral health care professionals need adequate knowledge and understanding of the disease process to help diagnose and treat these patients. 

How to cite this article: Jacob LE, Mathew AL, Omal PM, Abraham T, Thomas J, Varghese S. A Rare Case of Encephalotrigeminal Angiomatosis – A Case Report Int Dent Res 2017;7:13-6.

Linguistic Revision: The English in this manuscript has been checked by at least two professional editors, both native speakers of English.
Development and performance of hybrid coatings on aluminium alloy
Authors: Oki Makanjuola , Adediran Adesoji Adeolu , Saheed Olayinka , Opeyemi Ogunsola
Published: July 2017

From gravimetric studies, hybrid nano-coatings, based on permanganate/fluo­ride/gly­cerol conversion coating solutions formed on aluminum alloy by immersion procedures developed rapidly at a rate which decreased with time of treatment and was about 16 mg in weight after a period of three minutes. The morphology of the coating during scanning electron microscopic (SEM) examinations revealed randomly shaped coating materials with mud cracking patterns, characteristics of dried out coatings derived from gel-like materials. Analyses of the coating using EDX attachment in the SEM showed that it was composed essentially of aluminum, oxygen and manganese compounds, probably hydrated. The corrosion resistance of the coating out-performed ‘bare’ aluminum alloy specimens exposed to natural environment and 1 M sodium chloride solution. The coating improved the paint adhesion characteristics of the substrate aluminum alloy.
Behaviour of free-range laying hens in distinct outdoor environments
Authors: Larsen H , Cronin G , Smith CL , Hemsworth P , Rault J-L
Published: July 2017

The outdoor range in free-range, egg-production systems contains features that aim to promote the performance of natural behaviours. It is unclear what features of the range laying hens prefer and how these influence hen behaviour. We hypothesised that hens would demonstrate a preference for features of the environment in which their ancestor evolved, such as relatively dense vegetation, within the outdoor range and that the behavioural time budget of hens will differ between distinct environments. Characteristics of the outdoor range in one free-range commercial egg farm were mapped and four distinct environments (‘locations’) were identified based on ground substrate and cover (Wattle Tree, Gum Tree, Bare Earth and Sapling). The number of hens accessing each location and behavioural time budget of these hens was recorded over a three-week period during the southern hemisphere summer (January-February). Hens showed a clear preference for the Wattle Tree and Gum Tree locations; however, a significant interaction between location and time of day suggested that the hens’ preference for different locations changed throughout the day. The most common behaviours displayed by hens were foraging, preening, locomotion, resting and vigilance, and most behaviours were influenced by the interaction between location and time of day. Overall, a wider variety of behaviours were performed in the highly preferred environments, but not all behaviours were performed equally within each environment throughout the day. Understanding what features hens prefer in the outdoor range and how this influences the performance of natural behaviours is important in promoting the welfare of hens in free-range production.
Zoo foraging ecology: development and assessment of a welfare tool for captive animals
Authors: Troxell-Smith SM , Whelan CJ , Magle SB , Brown JS
Published: July 2017

Foraging ecology and food patch studies are commonly used to elucidate the environmental perceptions of wild, free-ranging animals. Their application to captive animals, however, especially those in zoos, is still in its infancy. To illustrate some specific applications of zoo foraging ecology, we provide a study that evaluated: (i) whether patch use and giving-up densities (GUDs) can reveal areas of preference within an exhibit for zoo species; (ii) if food patches provide an effective form of behavioural enrichment; and (iii) if visitor interest and behaviour is affected by food patch presence. A combination of behavioural observations, and experimental food patches and giving-up densities were used to address these objectives in Parma wallabies (Macropus parma) and Patagonian cavies (Dolichotis patagonum) at Lincoln Park Zoo, Chicago, Illinois USA. GUDs revealed distinct areas of preference and aversion within the exhibit for cavies, but not so for the wallabies. For both species, presence of food patches increased foraging behaviours, decreased inactive behaviours, and increased within-exhibit movement, demonstrating that food patches serve as an effective behavioural enrichment technique. The use of food patches also revealed striking differences between individuals, particularly for the pair of cavies. There were encouraging trends toward increased visitor number and stay-time when food patches were present in each exhibit, but the effect was not statistically significant. These results suggest that utilising patch use, GUDs, and foraging theory in zoo populations may enhance animal welfare, and can inform improvements to exhibit design directly from the animal's perspective. We conclude with a broader discussion of zoo foraging ecology as an emerging field, with suggestions for future avenues of research.
Technical contribution: evaluation of the efficacy of a non-penetrating captive bolt to euthanase dairy goat kids up to 30 days of age
Authors: Sutherland MA , Watson TJ , Millman ST
Published: July 2017

The objective of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of a non-penetrating captive bolt (NPCB) to euthanase previously disbudded Saanen dairy goat kids (Capra hircus) up to 30 days of age and 9 kg bodyweight. Goats were euthanased by placing the muzzle of the NPCB behind the poll between the ears with the goat's head bent so its chin was touching its chest. The NPCB was either fired once (Experiment 1; n = 30) or twice in quick succession (Experiment 2; n = 103). Immediately after application of the NPCB and every 30 s thereafter, signs of sensibility (presence of brainstem reflexes) were assessed together with the presence of cardiac activity, convulsions and rhythmic respiration, until cardiac activity ceased. In Experiment 1, 27 of the 30 goat kids were rendered immediately insensible and remained insensible until cardiac activity ceased; brainstem reflexes (the blink reflex) and rhythmic respiration remained present in three of the animals after application of the NPCB. In Experiment 2, all goat kids were rendered immediately insensible without return to sensibility prior to cessation of cardiac activity and death. In conclusion, applying the NPCB twice in close succession, behind the poll between the ears with the goat's head bent so its chin was touching its chest, reliably caused immediate and sustained insensibility followed by death in Saanen goat kids up to 30 days of age and 9 kg bodyweight.
Canine trap-neuter-return: a critical review of potential welfare issues
Authors: Bacon H , Vancia V , Walters H , Waran N
Published: July 2017

Free-roaming dogs (Canis familiaris) may be viewed positively or negatively within their communities. Negative aspects of the presence of free-roaming dogs include noise, fouling, disease transmission, dog-bite injuries, road traffic accidents and potential hybridisation with endangered wildlife species. Due to these concerns, control of free-roaming dog populations may be required. Surgical sterilisation of free-roaming dogs through the implementation of ‘trap-neuter-return’ (TNR), initiatives is often recommended as a welfare-friendly method of dog population control. Welfare assessments in TNR are often absent. Where they do exist they may rely upon proxy assessment, or be limited to relatively few measures of health status. As a result, there is a paucity of literature regarding the welfare impacts of surgical control of canine populations despite this practice often being promoted for animal welfare reasons. We outline the primary welfare issues associated with surgical population control of free-roaming dogs, suggest steps that may be taken to mitigate these problems and discuss barriers to improving dog welfare in TNR. Many opportunities for welfare problems exist within the spectrum of surgical TNR initiatives. We recommend that further research is needed to set appropriate standards for surgical approaches to free-roaming dog population management.
The effect of age and method of gas delivery on carbon dioxide euthanasia of pigs
Authors: Sutherland MA , Bryer PJ , Backus BL
Published: July 2017

The objectives of this research were to evaluate the effect of age and delivering method during carbon dioxide (CO2) euthanasia on the welfare of pigs (Sus scrofa). In Experiment 1, pigs aged 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 weeks (GRAD; n = 5 pigs per age) were placed in a chamber gradually filled with CO2released at a flow rate of 20% chamber volume per min. In Experiment 2, three week old pigs were placed in a chamber pre-filled with 100% CO2(PRE; n = 5). In both experiments, plasma cortisol concentrations were measured before and after exposure to CO2. Behaviours indicative of stress and insensibility were recorded continuously during gas exposure; panting, open-mouth breathing, righting response, escape attempts, loss of posture, muscular excitation and respiratory arrest. Cortisol concentrations were elevated in pigs after CO2euthanasia, regardless of age or gas delivery method. The behavioural response to CO2was not affected by pig age. Latency to display panting, righting response, escape attempts, loss of posture, muscular excitation and respiratory arrest were shorter for PRE than GRAD pigs, but, duration of escape attempts and the cortisol response to euthanasia were similar between PRE and GRAD pigs. However, pigs placed in a chamber pre-filled with CO2spent a greater proportion of time prior to loss of posture displaying escape attempts. Regardless of age or induction method, exposure to CO2causes behavioural changes indicative of stress prior to loss of consciousness, therefore there is a need to continue to evaluate alternative methods of euthanasia.
The compatibility of modern slaughter techniques with halal slaughter: a review of the aspects of ‘modern’ slaughter methods that divide scholarly opinion within the Muslim community
Authors: Fuseini A , Wotton SB , Hadley PJ , Knowles TG
Published: July 2017

The continuous expansion of the global halal meat market has attracted interest from governments, food business operators and the animal and meat science research fraternity. Despite this growing trend, and the enormous economic benefits associated with it, there is a lack of clarity regarding what is ‘authentic’ halal. Many Islamic jurists are reluctant to approve animal slaughter methods that were not practiced at the time of the Prophet of Islam, Mohammed. Others insist that since Islam holds animal welfare in high regard, any modern method of slaughter that is shown to improve animal welfare without compromising on the basic requirements of halal slaughter can be approved for halal production. This paper highlights the aspects of modern slaughter that continues to divide scholarly opinion among Islamic jurists. It also examines the arguments put forward by opponents and proponents regarding the acceptability of modern slaughter techniques for halal slaughter.
Implementation of the European legislation to protect farm animals: a case study on French inspections to find solutions to improve compliance
Authors: Lomellini-Dereclenne AC , Miele M , Mounier L , Veissier I
Published: July 2017

In the European Union, at least 1% of farms are inspected every year and sanctions are applied to those that do not comply with the legislation on animal welfare. These on-farm inspections can result in measures to correct welfare problems detected. They can also highlight major risks that will require a focus of efforts and help prevent further non-compliances. Here, we analysed the reports from inspections of French cattle farms between 2010 and 2013 to check whether inspection stimulates improvement and to propose ways to improve how animal welfare legislation is implemented through the cross-compliance system. French inspectors use 32 items to assess overall compliance of farms inspected. We found that compliance improves on farms that are re-inspected but not in other farms (8% of severely non-compliant farms). Nine items do not influence the overall assessment whereas eight have a huge impact. The importance attributed to items varies from the first to the second visit to a farm. The major risks are absence of farm records, lack of basic care (practices or enclosures likely to harm animals, insufficient feeding) and inadequate skills (no veterinarian consulted, insufficient qualified staff). To improve compliance with EU animal welfare legislation and the efficiency of the inspection system, we suggest organising consultation between inspectors, ministry central services and welfare experts to: (i) refine the checklist and harmonise interpretations of item compliance; (ii) make sure all farmers are aware of the legislative requirements and the major risks of non-compliance; and (iii) define plans for a step-wise improvement of non-compliant farms.
Study investigating the attitudes and opinions of cattle farmers and veterinarians in the UK on the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) for post-disbudding analgesia of calves
Authors: Hambleton SYN , Gibson TJ
Published: July 2017

The study examined cattle farmers' and veterinarians' opinions of pain-induced distress associated with disbudding and attitudes towards non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). An emphasis was placed on investigating pain perception, veterinary-client communication and factors influencing analgesic use. Data were collected from an online questionnaire, links to which were published in professional periodicals, promoted by industry organisations and distributed on private practice mailing lists. A total of 110 veterinarians and 116 farmers who regularly disbud calves completed the questionnaires. Of the respondents, 56% of veterinarians and 14% of farmers routinely use NSAIDs for disbudding. Respondents perceived disbudding to be severely painful without medication and 82% of veterinarians and 43% of farmers perceived post-procedural pain to persist beyond 24 h. There was a significant difference between female and male veterinarians' pain scores for disbudding without medication. Veterinarians underestimate the influences of welfare and analgesic duration and effectiveness on farmers' decisions and overrated cost impact. The study highlights that improvements in veterinarian-farmer communication regarding calf disbudding analgesia are required; both in terms of refining veterinarians' understanding of farmers' priorities and guiding clients on methods to improve calf welfare.
Fit for transport? Broiler chicken fitness assessment for transportation to slaughter
Authors: Jacobs L , Delezie E , Duchateau L , Goethals K , Vermeulen D , Buyse J , Tuyttens FAM
Published: July 2017

EU legislation stipulates that unfit broilers may not be transported, but no guidelines for fitness-for-transport assessment are provided. Moreover, the impact of pre-slaughter conditions (eg crate stocking density) may depend on broiler fitness. We aimed to evaluate a fitness-assessment method and test physiological responses to the pre-slaughter phase with different stocking densities. Broilers (41 days; n = 1,939) were transported for 45 min at ‘high’ (160 cm2per kg), ‘medium’ (190 cm2per kg) or ‘low’ (220 cm2per kg) stocking density, and were subjected to a commercially representative pre-slaughter phase duration of ≈ 16 h. Pre-loading, lameness, illness, hock burns, foot-pad dermatitis, lesions, physical defects, cleanliness and cachexia were scored on a sample, for categorisation as fit (n = 49) or unfit (n = 25). Blood was collected before and after the pre-slaughter phase for determination of plasma levels of corticosterone (CORT), lactate, glucose and thiobarbituric acid-reactive substances (TBARS). Lameness, foot-pad dermatitis, lesions, illness, defects, and cachexia scores were, or tended to be, correlated with ≥ 1 physiological stress indicators. Unfit chickens tended to show or showed lower pre-transport glucose and lactate levels than fit chickens. Post-lairage, unfit chickens had higher TBARS and lower lactate levels compared to fit chickens. At high and low stocking densities, unfit chickens showed higher CORT levels than fit chickens. Furthermore, CORT levels of unfit chickens increased more at low stocking density. The results show that our method potentially identifies chickens experiencing additional stress during the pre-slaughter phase, due to poor physical condition. High and low stocking density proved a stressor for all, and especially for unfit chickens, with detrimental implications for their welfare.
Characteristics of ex-racing greyhounds in New Zealand and their impact on re-homing
Authors: Thomas JB , Adams NJ , Farnworth MJ
Published: July 2017

A small proportion of greyhounds surplus to the racing industry are entered into specialist re-homing organisations to be re-purposed as pets. Records of 835 greyhounds, from New Zealand Greyhounds as Pets, were used to investigate whether pre-adoption characteristics (age, sex, racing record, reason entered) and management factors (temperament test result, foster and trainer effects) had a bearing on re-homing success, and comparisons were made with shelter studies. Re-homing greyhounds as pets is very successful with 85.5% ultimately successfully re-homed. Only 2.9% fail as a result of failed adoptions and 11.6% fail the initial temperament test and are therefore not considered for adoption. Greyhounds were more likely than shelter dogs to pass an initial temperament test and be adopted, and less likely to be returned after one month. However, adopted greyhounds were just as likely as shelter dogs to be returned after six months. Logistic regression revealed the youngest age group (< 25 months old) were more likely to pass the initial temperament test than older greyhounds. The re-homing success of greyhounds subsequently made available for adoption was not affected by age, but a sex effect was evident with females more likely to be successfully re-homed than males. Whether or not a dog had raced had no significant effect on the likelihood of successful re-homing. Greyhounds passing the temperament test with a basic pass were less likely to be successfully re-homed than greyhounds scoring a higher pass indicative of lower prey drive. Further investigation of the validity and reliability of the temperament test is warranted.
Feather-pecking and injurious pecking in organic laying hens in 107 flocks from eight European countries
Authors: Bestman M , Verwer C , Brenninkmeyer C , Willett A , Hinrichsen LK , Smajlhodzic F , Heerkens JLT , Gunnarsson S , Ferrante V
Published: July 2017

Feather-pecking and cannibalism may reduce the potential of organic husbandry to enhance the welfare of laying hens. We report risk factors for these issues based on a large survey of 107 commercial flocks in eight European countries. Information was collected regarding housing, management and flock characteristics (age, genotype). Near the end of lay, 50 hens per flock were assessed for plumage condition and wounds. Potential influencing factors were screened and submitted to a multivariate model. The majority of the flocks (81%) consisted of brown genotypes and were found in six countries. Since white genotypes (19%) were found only in the two Scandinavian countries, a country effect could not be excluded. Therefore, separate models were made for brown and white genotypes. Feather damage in brown hens could be explained by a model containing a lower dietary protein content and no daily access to the free range (30% of the variation explained). For feather damage in white hens, no model could be made. Wounds in brown hens were associated with not having daily access to free range (14% of the variation explained). Wounds in white hens were explained by a model containing not topping-up litter during the laying period (26% of the variation explained). These results suggest that better feeding management, daily access to the free-range area and improved litter management may reduce incidence of plumage damage and associated injurious pecking, hence enhancing the welfare of organic laying hens. Since this was an epidemiological study, further experimental studies are needed to investigate the causal relationships.
A Case of Intracystic Papillary Neoplasm With an Associated Invasive Adenocarcinoma
Authors: Shimizu Takayuki , Kubota Keiichi , Shiraki Takayuki , Sakuraoka Yuhki , Matsumoto Takatsugu , Kosuge Takayuki , Kato Masato , Aoki Taku , Yamagishi Hidetsugu
Published: July 2017

Intracystic papillary neoplasm (ICPN) is a preinvasive neoplasm of the gallbladder. Preoperative discrimination between ICPN and gallbladder cancer (GC) is difficult. The standard surgical strategy for ICPN has not yet been established. Herein, we report a case of ICPN with an associated invasive adenocarcinoma. A gallbladder tumor was detected by abdominal ultrasonography in an asymptomatic 69-year-old man, and he was referred to our hospital. Although computed tomography (CT), endoscopic ultrasonography, and magnetic resonance imaging findings in the present case were similar to those for GC, positron emission tomography-CT revealed that fluorodeoxyglucose (FDG) did not accumulate within the tumor. These imaging features suggested that patient was suspected to have GC with serosal invasion, and he underwent extended cholecystectomy and D2 lymph node dissection. He did not develop any postoperative complications, and he was discharged on postoperative day 7. There was no evidence of recurrence for 20 months after surgery. Histopathologic examination confirmed ICPN with an associated invasive adenocarcinoma. Because a previous study reported that almost half of ICPNs more than 1.0 cm in size often developed invasive cancer as our case, ICPNs more than 1.0 cm should be suspected of developing invasive carcinoma regardless of positive or negative accumulation of FDG.
As estratégias competitivas do Terminal Marítimo Inácio Barbosa (TMIB) em Sergipe: circulação do capital e fluxos de mercadorias
Authors: Felipe Junior Nelson Fernandes
Published: July 2017

O transporte marítimo contribui com o escoamento de mercadorias no espaço e permite articular diferentes regiões e países, sendo importante para o desenvolvimento econômico. Sergipe apresentou maior inserção econômica em âmbito regional e nacional na última década, todavia, possui um setor portuário pouco dinâmico que prejudica os fluxos, as redes e o efeito multiplicador interno. Diante desse contexto, busca-se realizar uma análise setorial e, em especial, das estratégias competitivas do Terminal Marítimo Inácio Barbosa (TMIB), localizado no município de Barra dos Coqueiros/SE.

Abstract

THE COMPETITIVE STRATEGIES OF MARITIME TERMINAL INÁCIO BARBOSA (TMIB) IN SERGIPE: CAPITAL CIRCULATION AND GOODS FLOWS

Shipping contributes to the flow of goods in space and allows articulate different regions and countries, is important for economic development. Sergipe presented greater economic integration at the regional and national levels over the past decade, however, has a little dynamic port sector that affect the flows, the networks and the internal multiplier effect. In this context, we seek to carry out a sectoral analysis and in particular the competitive strategies the Maritime Terminal Inácio Barbosa (TMIB), located in county Barra dos Coqueiros/SE.
Capital socioterritorial e indicadores de desenvolvimento: um estudo comparativo no Brasil
Authors: Silva Sylvio Bandeira de Mello e , Silva Barbara-Christine Nentwig , Silva Maina Pirajá
Published: July 2017

Este trabalho analisa, com base em dados de 2010, a organização social no Brasil, medida pela distribuição das Fundações Privadas e Associações sem Fins Lucrativos (FASFIL), comparando-as com os principais indicadores socioeconômicos. Para tanto, é adotado o conceito, apoiado na noção de capital social (PUTNAM, 1996), de capital socioterritorial, que valoriza o enredamento territorial, os laços de coesão e de cooperação e o enraizamento territorial. Inicialmente, é feita uma análise da relação Pessoas por FASFIL com o PIB per capita para as Grandes Regiões e para as Unidades da Federação. Os resultados confirmam os desequilíbrios regionais e os desequilíbrios interestaduais, isto é, onde a relação Pessoas/ FASFIL é mais favorável, a renda per capita é maior. Em seguida, a análise é feita para as principais regiões metropolitanas e para as metrópoles, envolvendo, além do PIB per capita, sete indicadores socioeconômicos (IDH, Índice de Gini, Esperança de vida ao nascer, Mortalidade infantil, Pessoas com nível superior completo, Porcentagem de vulneráveis à pobreza e Formalização dos ocupados). Os resultados são mais expressivos do que na escala das Unidades da Federação, especialmente no nível das metrópoles, ou seja, expressam mais destacadamente a relação entre FASFIL e capital socioterritorial.

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SOCIO-TERRITORIAL CAPITAL AND DEVELOPMENT INDICATORS: A COMPARATIVE STUDY IN BRAZIL

This paper analyzes, based on data from 2010, the social organization in Brazil, measured by the distribution of Private Foundations and Non-Profit Associations (FASFIL), comparing them with the main socioeconomic indicators. The concept of socio-territorial capital is adopted, based on the notion of social capital (PUTNAM, 1996). This concept values the territorial networking, the bonds of cohesion and cooperation and the territorial rooting, that is, the interaction in different sectors and scales. An analysis is made for the relation between by FASFIL and GDP per capita for the Major Regions and for the Federation Units. The results confirm regional imbalances and interstate imbalances, that is, where there is more FASFIL income is higher. The analysis is also done for the main metropolitan regions and for the metropolises, now involving, in addition to GDP per capita, seven socioeconomic indicators (HDI, Gini index, Life expectancy at birth, Infant mortality, Persons with complete upper level, Percentage of vulnerable to poverty and Formalization of the employed). The results are more expressive than in the scale of the Federation Units, especially at the level of the metropolises, that is, they express more prominently the relation between FASFIL and socio territorial capital.
A dinâmica espacial da produção cearense de coco
Authors: Cavalcante Leandro Vieira
Published: July 2017

O objetivo principal deste artigo é discutir acerca da dinâmica espacial da produção de coco no estado do Ceará, destacando, sobretudo, a espacialização desse cultivo em território cearense e a caracterização dos espaços de produção de coco aí localizados. Realiza-se também um debate acerca do papel exercido pela atividade agrícola no processo de produção do espaço, evidenciado empiricamente a partir da análise do cultivo de coco.

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SPATIAL DYNAMICS OF CEARÁ’S COCONUT PRODUCTION

The main purpose of this article is to discuss the spatial dynamics of coconut production in the State of Ceará (Brazil) while highlighting the spatialization of this process and the characterization of the coconut production spaces in Ceará’s territory. It also debates the effect agricultural activity has on the space production process, empirically evidenced from the coconut cultivation analysis.
Conformação simbólica do espaço: um estudo sobre a relação hip-hop e religião
Authors: Fernandes Dalvani
Published: July 2017

O trabalho que apresentamos é resultado de quatro anos (2012-2016) da pesquisa de doutoramento realizada na Universidade Federal do Paraná, no Programa de Pós-Graduação em Geografia. Trazemos a análise da conformação simbólica do espaço produzida na relação entre dois universos culturais, o hip-hop e a religião. Esse encontro acontece através da ação dos jovens rappers que participaram de um encontro conhecido como “Célula da Rima”, na Comunidade Evangélica Sara Nossa Terra, na cidade de Curitiba/PR. Para compreensão do espaço simbólico optamos pela abordagem das “formas simbólicas” criadas pelo filósofo neokantiano Ernst Cassirer. Os resultados da pesquisa demonstram que a percepção espacial desses jovens rappers está mais pautada no simbólico do que em uma base material. Quando os jovens falam de cidade, periferia, rua e Igreja não são apenas espaços físicos a que se referem, são, sobretudo, construções da imaginação, da experiência e de emoções.

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SYMBOLIC CONFORMATION SPACE: A STUDY ABOUT RELATIONSHIP HIP-HOP AND RELIGION

The work presented is the result of four years (2012-2016) of the doctoral research at the Federal University of Paraná, in the Graduate Program in Geography. We bring the analysis of symbolic conformation of produced space in the relationship between two cultural worlds, hip-hop and religion. This meeting takes place through the action of young rappers who participated in a meeting known as “Célula da Rima” in the Evangelical Community Sara Nossa Terra, in Curitiba / PR. To understand the symbolic space we chose to approach the “symbolic forms” created by the neokantian philosopher Ernst Cassirer. The survey results show that the spatial perception of these young rappers are more guided on symbolic than on a material basis. When young people talk of town, suburbs, street and Church are not only physical spaces to which they refer, are, above all, imagination buildings, experience and emotions.
O conceito romântico de humanidade e sua influência nas críticas de Alexander von Humboldt à colonização espanhola na América
Authors: Vitte Antônio Carlos , Springer Kalina Salaib
Published: July 2017

Alexander von Humboldt foi um crítico feroz da colonização espanhola na América, caracterizada pela brutalidade e pela perversidade deste projeto colonial à vida humana, a natureza e a cultura universal. As críticas de Humboldt embasavam-se na concepção de humanidade conforme construída pelo movimento romântico alemão, cujas matrizes foram Novalis e Schelegel. Influenciados por Fichte, para quem a liberdade era uma condição necessária para a realização da humanidade, Novalis e Schelegel atribuíam à subjetividade e a intersubjetividade um importante papel político na construção do pertencimento à uma comunidade e na formação cultural da humanidade, que para Herder apresentava particularidades histórico-geográficas.

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LE CONCEPT ROMANTIQUE D’HUMANITE ET SON INFLUENCE DANS LES CRITIQUES D’ALEXANDER VON HUMBOLDT A LA COLONISATION ESPAGNOLE EN AMERIQUE

Alexander von Humboldt a été un critique féroce de la colonisation espagnole en Amérique, caractérisée par la brutalité et la perversité de ce projet colonial à la vie humaine, la nature et la culture universelle. Les critiques de Humboldt sont été basées dans la conception de l’humanité construite par le mouvement romantique allemand à partir des réflexions de Novalis et Schlegel. Ceux-ci, influencés par Herder et Fichte, postulaient que la liberté était une condition nécessaire à la réalisation de l’humanité de l’homme, où la subjectivité et l’intersubjectivité agiraient dans la sociabilité et la construction du sentiment d’appartenance communautaire. Humboldt conçoit la communauté comme étant le produit d’une unité téléologique entre la culture et la nature, chacun avec sa propre histoire et sa propre richesse, dans leurs langagues seraient l’expression de leurs points de vue et de leurs géographies.
A América Latina numa encruzilhada: ocaso do projeto de integração?
Authors: Arroyo Mónica
Published: July 2017

Consideramos América Latina como um conjunto de territórios nacionais com relações de cooperação e conflito em permanente redefinição; territórios usados por agentes com diferentes força e poder que expressam uma multiplicidade de interesses e contradições. A partir deste pressuposto, analisamos os novos elementos da conjuntura político-econômica desde os anos 2000 bem como os novos conteúdos no discurso e na orientação de instituições latino-americanas. Ao apontar as diferentes iniciativas de integração traçadas num lapso de uma década e meia, observamos que, ainda sobre a base de dissensos e de perspectivas muitas vezes opostas, predomina principalmente a convergência em torno de uma integração regional soberana. Mas, pelas recentes mudanças de rumo acontecidas em países como Argentina e Brasil, refletimos sobre as perspectivas dessa integração e nos perguntamos se não se trataria de seu ocaso.

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LATIN AMERICA AT A CROSSROADS: DECLINE OF THE INTEGRATION PROJECT?

We consider Latin America as a group of national territories in cooperation and conflict relations in constant reformulation; territories used by agents with different strength and power that express a multiplicity of interests and contradictions. From this assumption, we analyze the new elements of the political-economic conjuncture since the 2000s as well as the new contents of Latin American institutions’ discourse and orientation. In pointing out the different integration initiatives drew up in a period of one and half decade, we observe that, while on the basis of dissents and perspectives often opposite, mainly the convergence of a sovereign regional integration predominates. Nevertheless, because of recent changes of course happened in countries like Argentina and Brazil, we reflect on the perspectives of this integration and question whether it is about its decline.
Justiça espacial e comarcas no estado da Bahia
Authors: Martins da Fonseca Antônio Ângelo , Rodrigues Coelho Barbosa Shaeene
Published: July 2017

O objetivo deste artigo é o de analisar a relação entre espaço e justiça tomando como referência as comarcas dos novos municípios da Bahia criados a partir da década de 1980. Considerando que o espaço é forma/conteúdo, reflexo e condição para a (in)justiça, conclui-se que a organização e a funcionalidade das comarcas, caracterizadas pela justaposição e sobreposição, são mais exequíveis para alcançar a justiça espacial porque permitem melhor e mais fácil acesso aos serviços jurídicos por parte dos cidadãos.

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SPATIAL JUSTICE AND COUNTIES IN THE STATE OF BAHIA

The objective of this article is to analyze the relationship between space and justice, taking as reference the counties of the new municipalities of Bahia created in the 1980s. Considering that space is form/content, reflex and condition for (in)justice, it is concluded that the organization and functionality of the counties, characterized by juxtaposition and superposition, are more feasible to achieve spatial justice because it allows better and easier access to legal services by citizens.
Sylvio Bandeira: uma vida dedicada à Geografia (1940-2017)
Authors: Almeida Vasconcelos Pedro De
Published: July 2017

O texto é uma ampliação da homenagem publicada na revista GeocritiQ de Barcelona ao Prof. Sylvio Carlos Bandeira de Mello e Silva, elaborado por solicitação do Prof. Horacio Capel, quando informado do seu falecimento. Está apoiado na análise do C.V. Lattes, juntamente com outras fontes, visando destacar os aspectos mais importantes de sua vida dedicada à Geografia. Foram registrados também fatos ocorridos ao longo de 30 anos vividos como colegas de trabalho. No final foram incorporados resumos de depoimentos de colegas da Geografia assim como depoimento completo de um ex-orientando.

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SYLVIO BANDEIRA: ONE LIFE DEDICATED TO THE GEOGRAPHY (1940-2017)

This text is an extension of the homage to Prof. Sylvio Carlos Bandeira de Mello e Silva published in the magazine GeocritiQ of Barcelona, by request of Prof. Horacio Capel, when informed of his death. It is based on Sylvio Bandeira´s C.V. Lattes and other sources, in order to highlight the most important aspects of his life dedicated to Geography. Events were also recorded that occurred during the 30 years spent as colleagues. At the end summaries of testimonies of colleagues from Geography are presented as well as the full testimony of one of his ex-doctorate student.