bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Generation, characteristics and energy potential of solid municipal waste in Nigeria
Authors: Amber Ityona , Kulla Daniel M. , Gukop Nicholas
Published: June 2019

The generation, characteristics and energy potential of municipal solid waste for power generation in Nigeria is presented in this paper. Nigeria generates 0.44-0.66 kg/capita/day of MSW with a waste density of 200-400 kg/m3 leading to large volumes of poorly managed waste. The direct burning of these wastes as a waste management option in the open air at elevated temperatures liberates heat energy, inert gases and ash which can be conveniently used for power generation and other applications. The net energy yield depends upon the density and composition of the waste; relative percentage of moisture and inert materials, size and shape of the constituents and design of the combustion system. MSW samples used in this study were obtained randomly from different dump sites in selected state capitals, at least one from each of the six geopolitical zones in Nigeria based on the spot sampling method of Corbit. An average calorific value of 17.23 MJ/kg with variable high water content of 20-49% was determined for MSW using a bomb calorimeter and on the basis of an incineration plant of capacity 1500 ton of MSW/day, 700kW/day of power can be generated.
Challenges for local community development in private sector-led renewable energy projects in South Africa: an evolving approach
Authors: Wlokas Holle Linnea , Boyd Anya , Andolfi Marco
Published: June 2019

The Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme in South Africa is intended to support the uptake of renewable energy, help address the current energy supply crisis and mitigate greenhouse gas emissions. Notably, it also requires project developers to engage with socio-economic development at the local level. The distributed nature of renewable energy generation may induce a more geographically dispersed pattern of development, and renewable energy sites can be highly suited to rural locations with otherwise poor potential to attract local inward investment. Socio-economic development and enterprise development are two of seven economic development elements in the programme.In order to prepare a bid submission, project developers have to assess local socio-economic needs around their project site and develop strategies on how to address these. This paper investigates the challenges for local community development. The research is based on case studies and presents findings from the perspective of a research team working alongside project developers. Early findings indicate that there are potential community benefits from commercial wind projects, providing an appropriate community engagement process that is aligned with the project cycle determined by the tender process and engineering requirements. The Passive Community Needs Assessment approach is introduced as a possible solution.
The external costs of coal mining: the case of collieries supplying Kusile power station
Authors: Nkambule Nonophile P. , Blignaut James N.
Published: June 2019

The aim of this paper was to quantify the external costs of mining and transporting coal to the Kusile coal-fired power station in eMalahleni. Monetary values were estimated for a number of impacts including its contribution to climate change, human health effects of classic air pollutants, mortality and morbidity, impacts of water pollution and water consumption. The results of the study disclosed that coal mining and transportation will inflict costs to both the environment and humans of between R6 538 million and R12 690 million per annum, or between 20.24 c/kWh and 39.3 c/kWh sent out. The external effect of water consumption (opportunity costs of water) constitutes over 90% of the total cost, followed by global warming damage costs and ecosystem services lost due to coal mining. The estimated externality cost is approximately between 50% and 100% of the current average electricity price.
Adherence to Guideline Recommendations in Patients with Thyroid Nodules
Authors: Karnchanasorn Rudruidee , Grdinovac Kristine , Smith Nichole , Jani Bhairvi , Chen G. John
Published: June 2019

Introduction. Thyroid nodules are common and fine-needleaspiration (FNA) biopsy is the standard of care for workupto exclude thyroid cancer. In this study, we examinedthe discrepancy between daily practice and recommendeddiagnostic approach for management of thyroid nodules,based on history taking, laboratory, and imaging studies.

Methods. This was a retrospective chart review of 199 patientswho had ultrasound-guided fine needle aspiration(UGFNA) performed at a Midwest academic medicalcenter from January 2010 to December 2011. Thequality measures were selected based on recommended clinicalpractice guidelines, including family history, history of neckradiation, neck symptoms, TSH test, and thyroid ultrasound.

Results. The majority of patients were Caucasian females. Familyhistory of thyroid cancer and childhood neck radiation exposurewere documented in 79 subjects (40%) and 76 subjects(38%), respectively. Neck symptoms were documented in mostsubjects, including dysphonia (56.8%), dysphagia (69.9%), anddyspnea (41.2%). Most subjects had a TSH measured and an ultrasoundperformed prior to biopsy (75% and 86%, respectively).

Conclusions. It appears there is a gap between current patientcare and clinical practice guidelines for management of thyroidnodules. Clinical history and ultrasound features for risk stratificationof UGFNA were lacking, which could reflect physicians’unfamiliarity with the guidelines. As thyroid nodules are common,enhancing knowledge of the current guidelines could improveappropriate work-up. Further studies are needed to identifyfactors associated with the poor compliance with clinical guidelinesin management of thyroid nodules. KS J Med 2017;10(1):1-2.
A Preliminary Study of the Attitudes and Barriers of Family Physicians to Prescribing HIV Preexposure Prophylaxis
Authors: Ojile Nicholas , Sweet Donna , Kallail K. James
Published: June 2019

Introduction. Attitudes of individuals who provide HIV caretowards prescribing Preexposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) to at-riskpopulations have been studied, but few studies indicate if familyphysicians would be willing to prescribe PrEP as most familyphysicians do not specialize in HIV medicine. Few data existon the perceived barriers preventing family physicians fromprescribing PrEP. The purpose of this project was to assess theattitudes and perceived barriers of family physicians in Kansastowards prescribing PrEP to high risk patient populations.

Methods. This study was a descriptive, observational,and cross-sectional survey of family physicians who respondto email surveys issued through the Family MedicineResearch and Data Information Office (FM RADIO).

Results. Fifty-three percent of family physicians take a sexualhistory on new patients less than frequently, and only35% frequently ask about the use of safe sex practices. Only29% frequently ask if the patient has sex with men, women,or both. Seventy-six percent of respondents would be willingto prescribe PrEP to men who have sex with men, and anequal percentage would be willing to prescribe to heterosexuallyactive men and women who are at substantial risk of acquiringHIV. While 59% of participants agreed that PrEP belongsin the primary care domain of treatment, 71% agreedthat they had limited or no knowledge of PrEP guidelines.

Conclusions. This preliminary study indicated a need for increasedfamily physician screening of new patients for high risksexual behaviors who would be eligible for PrEP. The limitedknowledge of PrEP guidelines and its use in clinical practiceare significant limiting factors to increasing prescribing practicesin the family medicine community rather than a perceivedethical dilemma of prescribing PrEP to men who have sex withmen. As a result, an increase in continuing medical educationabout PrEP could significantly increase its prescribing inthe family medicine community. KS J Med 2017;10(2):40-42.
Seoul: World Class Convention City
Authors: Lee Yangwon (Agustin)
Published: June 2019

In 21st century, countries have a great interest to move forward based on the knowledge economy. The knowledge economy is described as production and services based on knowledge-intensive activities that contribute to an accelerated pace of technological and scientiﬁc advance as well as equally rapid obsolescence (Snellman, 2004). Korean government also has its great passion to develop the knowledge industry in Korea. In other words, Korea has become one of the leading countries that balance national competitive industry and Knowledge industry. This article is focused on convention infrastructures and the strong Meetings, Incentive Travels, Conventions and Exhibitions Alliances (MICE), mainly focusing on Seoul.
Problemas de tipicidad en las conductas de manipulación de precios de los mercados de valores
Authors: Paredes Castañón José Manuel
Published: June 2019

El autor presenta un análisis sobre los delitos económicos relacionados con la especulación fraudulenta, detallando los límites político-criminales de la protección penal y los contornos de las prohibiciones penales que en España se encargan de dicha protección. Por otra parte, el autor analiza la estructura dogmática del artículo 284 del Código Penal español, para luego aplicar dicha conceptualización al caso particular de la manipulación de precios del llamado: “caso Bankia”
El consentimiento informado y su trascendencia en el Derecho penal
Authors: Araque Moreno Diego
Published: June 2019

En este artículo, el autor se ocupa de analizar la figura del consentimiento informado en el ámbito médico, y las consecuencias del mismo para la atribución de responsabilidad penal.
La “nueva cuestión penal” y los retos de una ciencia penal garantista
Authors: Sotomayor Acosta Juan Oberto , Tamayo Arboleda Fernando León
Published: June 2019

En el artículo, los autores abordan un análisis sobre el estado actual del derecho penal, partiendo de un análisis de los discursos que fundamentan la expansión del poder punitivo del Estado, contraponiéndolos con los que abogan por la restricción del mismo a partir de la visión del derecho penal como un conjunto de garantías para los ciudadanos. Finalmente, fundamentan las razones por las que sólo una visión limitadora del poder punitivo del Estado a través de las garantías penales, resulta útil para establecer medidas de legitimidad de los procedimientos estatales.
De los motivos “fundados” para la afectación de derechos fundamentales en el proceso penal colombiano
Authors: Zuluaga Taborda John
Published: June 2019

El tratamiento dogmático procesal penal y la doctrina jurisprudencial acerca de los motivos fundados en Colombia explican de manera deficiente aspectos tan esenciales como la finalidad, necesidad de concreción, precisión y determinación de los mismos. Las falencias en el tratamiento sistemático procesal y jurisprudencial de la exigencia de motivación a las injerencias en derechos fundamentales durante la fase de investigación penal encauzan importantes restricciones a la capacidad de verificación judicial de las razones que fundamentan las diligencias de investigación. Por un lado, conllevan a un reducido potencial de control de los motivos fundados, asunto que también le es inherente a dicho concepto como noción jurídica indeterminada. Por otro lado, favorecen la subrogación de las competencias del Juez con función de control de garantías, asunto propiciado, además, por la relativización del principio de reserva judicial y por deficiencias estructurales vinculadas a los presupuestos y metodología del control de actos de investigación.
La responsabilidad penal por imprudencia del médico psiquiatra ante el suicidio del paciente con trastorno mental
Authors: Vallejo Jiménez Geovana Andrea
Published: June 2019

En este artículo se pretende hacer un análisis sobre la responsabilidad penal por imprudencia del médico psiquiatra encargado de la atención y cuidado del paciente con trastorno mental que presenta riesgo suicida.
El principio de integración (art. 2º. del Código Penal) en Colombia: ¿garantía del imputado o herramienta de punición?
Authors: Pinzón Muñoz Carlos Enrique
Published: June 2019

El principio de integración ha sido una de las múltiples herramientas en que se han apoyado los ideales de expansión del derecho penal para justificar su proceder; sin embargo, dicho principio obedece a la necesidad de acotar el poder punitivo, más que a una excusa para su expansión.
Participación en el suicidio y eutanasia. Esbozo del tratamiento penal en España
Authors: Días Miguel , Conlledo García , Barber Burusco Soledad
Published: June 2019

En el presente escrito se aborda la regulación en el caso español de conductas como la inducción o asistencia al suicidio de un lado, y la eutanasia, con sus diferentes modalidades, del otro. Se expresa cómo la regulación española en la materia es escaza y dista de ser clara; y las dificultades de aplicación de las normas mencionadas (además porque los conceptos de suicidio y eutanasia plantean complejidades en cuanto a su definición), y se hace una consideración al papel que juega en España el consentimiento cuando se pretende poner fin a la vida.
El caso de Julian Assange: orden de detención europea versus asilo diplomático
Authors: Ambos Kai
Published: June 2019

En este artículo el autor da cuenta de la situación jurídica de Julian Assange luego del pedido en extradición realizado por el gobierno sueco, acorde a las disposiciones generales del derecho internacional y, específicamente, las que refieren a las normas de la comunidad Europea. Así mismo, analiza las posibles soluciones para terminar con el asilo del mismo en la embajada ecuatoriana, y las consecuencias que las mismas podrían representar
Víctima, idealismo y neopunitivismo en el Derecho Penal internacional
Authors: Matus Acuña Jean Pierre
Published: June 2019

En el presente trabajo se busca explicar la forma en que los derechos de las víctimas han ocasionado un neopunitivismo, haciendo énfasis en la Corte Interamericana de Derechos Humanos; y ofrecer razones por las cuales se entiende que dicha tendencia representa una revalidación del retribucionismo penal, y una pérdida de las garantías penales propias de un Estado de Derecho.
Nonlinear Dynamic Modeling of 2-Dimensional Interdependent Calcium and Inositol 1,4,5-Trisphosphate in Cardiac Myocyte
Authors: Singh N. , Adlakha N.
Published: June 2019

Calcium (Ca2+) and inositol 1,4,5-trisphosphate (IP3) is critically important actors for a vast array of cellular processes. The most significant of the functions is One of the main functions is communication in all parts of the body which is achieved through cell signaling. Abnormalities in Ca2+signaling have been implicated in clinically important conditions such as heart failure and cardiac arrhythmias. We propose a mathematical model which systematically investigates complex Ca2+and IP3dynamics in cardiac myocyte. This two dimensional model is based on calcium-induced calcium release via inositol 1,4,5-trisphosphate receptors and includes calcium modulation of IP3levels through feedback regulation of degradation and production. Forward-Time Centered-Space method has been used to solve the coupled equations. We were able to reproduce the observed oscillatory patterns in Ca2+as well as IP3signals. The model predicts that calcium-dependent production and degradation of IP3is a key mechanism for complex calcium oscillations in cardiac myocyte. The impact and sensitivity of source, leak, diffusion coefficients on both Ca2+and IP3dynamics have been investigated. The results show that the relationship between Ca2+and IP3dynamics is nonlinear.
Anti-Resonance — Velocity Resonance
Authors: Popov I. P.
Published: June 2019

The task of the study is to establish the nature of mechanical resonance, namely, it is a resonance of forces or speeds. Two definitions are introduced. Definition 1. Resonance of forces is a resonance arising at a frequency ω = (k/m)0,5 in a mechanical system including an inert body and an elastic element, at which the reactive forces developed by them are maximal and opposite. Definition 2. The velocity resonance is a resonance arising at a frequency ω = (k/m)0,5 in a mechanical system, including an inert body and an elastic element, at which the speeds developed by them are maximum and opposite. The equation of forced mechanical oscillations corresponds to a parallel connection scheme, in which the inert body and changes in the dimensions of the elastic element and damper have a uniform speed, and their reactive forces are added. The sum of the reactive forces of the consumers of mechanical power is equal to the force developed by the source of mechanical power, which, like a voltage source in electrical engineering, can be called a source of power. Theorem 1 holds. If the condition ω = (k/m)0,5 is satisfied in a mechanical system consisting of parallel-connected inert bodies, an elastic element and a damper, a resonance of forces occurs. The inert body, the elastic element and the damper can be connected not only in parallel but also in series. With a series connection, a single force is applied to the elements of the system, and the velocities of the inert body and the changes in the dimensions of the elastic element and damper are added. The sum of the speeds of consumers of mechanical power is equal to the speed developed by the source of mechanical power, which, like a current source in electrical engineering, can be called a source of speed. Theorem 2 is valid. Under the condition ω = (k/m)0,5 in a mechanical system consisting of a series-connected inert body, an elastic element and a damper, a velocity resonance occurs. The mechanical resonance described in the courses of theoretical mechanics is the resonance of forces. It corresponds to a parallel connection of an inert body, an elastic element and a damper. When these elements are connected in series, a velocity resonance occurs.
Comparison of the Direct Method and the Maximum Principle in the Problem of the Aircraft Program Control Design
Authors: Korsun O. N. , Stulovskii A. V.
Published: June 2019

The article deals with the problem of program control design for a dynamic object defined by a nonlinear system of differential equations. Known methods of optimal control require the two-point boundary value problem solution, which in general is coupled with fundamental difficulties. Therefore, this paper proposes a technique that uses the direct method, in which the functional is minimized directly using a population-based algorithm. The use of direct methods is based on the assumption that control signals may be defined by a finite set of parameters. Then a scalar functional is formed, the numerical value of which measures the quality of the obtained solutions. In this case, the search for optimal control is reduced to the problem of single-criterion multi-parameter optimization. The practical importance of this approach is that it eliminates the need to solve a two-point boundary value problem. However, this results in another difficulty, since the approximation of control, in general, requires a large number of parameters. It is known that in this case, the effectiveness of conventional gradient numerical optimization methods decreases markedly. Therefore, it is proposed to take the next step and apply genetic or population-based optimization algorithms that have confirmed their performance in solving this class of problems. For this purpose the paper uses one of the modifications of the particle swarm algorithm. The technique is applied to a test problem describing the spatial movement of a maneuverable aircraft. The direct method is compared with two classical solutions based on the condition that the partial control derivatives of the Hamilton function are equal to zero and with the condition of Hamilton function maximum over controls (Pontryagin’s maximum principle). The presented results show the high degree of similarity between obtained controls for all considered methods of selecting the target functional. At the same time, the accuracy of classical algorithms turns out to be slightly worse, and they show a higher sensitivity to the quality of the initial approximation. Thus, the obtained results confirm the approximate equivalence of the direct method and the classical methods of program control design, at least for the class of problems under consideration. The practical significance of this research is that the use of the direct method is much simpler than solving a two-point boundary value problem necessary for classical algorithms.
A Meta-Analysis of Aid Effectiveness: Revisiting the Evidence
Authors: Mekasha Tseday Jemaneh , Tarp Finn
Published: June 2019

As research on the empirical link between aid and growth continues to grow, it is time to revisit the accumulated evidence on aid effectiveness. This paper extends previous meta-analyses, noting that the availability of more data enables us to conduct a sub-group analysis by disaggregating the sample into different time horizons and assess if there are temporal shifts in aid effectiveness. The new and updated results show that the earlier reported positive evidence of aid’s impact is robust to the inclusion of more recent studies and this holds for different time horizons as well. The authenticity of the observed effect is also confirmed by results from funnel plots, regression-based tests, and a cumulative meta-analysis for publication bias.
Foreign Aid and Climate Change Policy: What Can(’t) the Data Tell Us?
Authors: Kono Daniel Yuichi , Montinola Gabriella R.
Published: June 2019

Climate-related foreign aid is on the rise, with signatories to the Paris Climate agreement pledging $100 billion annually to promote mitigation and adaptation in recipient countries. While this seems like a welcome development, we have little evidence that climate aid actually encourages recipients to adopt climate legislation. In this article, we examine the relationship between climate aid and recipient climate policy. Using multiple measures of each, we find no evidence that the former is systematically related to the latter. Although this suggests that climate aid is ineffective, this conclusion must be qualified due to the poor quality of both climate aid and climate policy data. More definitive conclusions will require more accurate coding of climate aid as well as better climate policy measures that distinguish truly consequential policies from less consequential ones.
What Does the Evidence Tell Us about ‘Thinking and Working Politically’ in Development Assistance?
Authors: Dasandi Niheer , Laws Ed , Marquette Heather , Robinson Mark
Published: June 2019

This article provides a critical review of the evidence on ‘thinking and working politically’ (TWP) in development. Scholars and practitioners have increasingly recognised that development is a fundamentally political process, and there are concerted efforts underway to develop more politically-informed and adaptive ways of thinking and working in providing development assistance. However, while there are interesting and engaging case studies in the emerging, largely practitioner-based literature, these do not yet constitute a strong evidence base that shows these efforts can be clearly linked to more effective aid programming. Much of the evidence used so far to support these approaches is anecdotal, does not meet high standards for a robust body of evidence, is not comparative and draws on a small number of self-selected, relatively well-known success stories written primarily by programme insiders. The article discusses the factors identified in the TWP literature that are said to enable politically-informed programmes to increase aid effectiveness. It then looks at the state of the evidence on TWP in three areas: political context, sector, and organisation. The aim is to show where research efforts have been targeted so far and to provide guidance on where the field might focus next. In the final section, the article outlines some ways of testing the core assumptions of the TWP agenda more thoroughly, to provide a clearer sense of the contribution it can make to aid effectiveness.
Aid Impact and Effectiveness: Introduction and Overview
Authors: Gisselquist Rachel M. , Tarp Finn
Published: June 2019

This editorial provides an introduction to and overview of the thematic issue on “Aid Impact and Effectiveness”. The guest editors put the specific contributions of the nine articles in perspective referring to the wider literature on foreign aid and its allocation, impact, and efficiency, as well as the political and economic processes in which aid operates. They discuss the historical and present-day context for foreign aid and provide summaries of the individual articles, highlighting policy implications and future research needs.
TALENT MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Authors: Odintsova M. A.
Published: June 2019

The article discusses the concepts: «personnel management», «talent management,» and the components of each of these processes. The functions of a typical talent management information system are presented, and an overview of software products of this class is made. The main trends in the development of talent management information systems are identified.
ANALYSIS OF THE IMPACT OF ELECTRIC VEHICLES ON THE URBAN STRUCTURE OF RUSSIA IN THE CONTEXT OF INDUSTRY 4.0
Authors: Kolmogorov A. A. , Troshko I, I. , Trifonov I. V.
Published: June 2019

This study will present a study on the impact of electric vehicles on Russia’s urban infrastructure. In the course of studying this issue, the current state of the electric vehicle market, the factors contributing to its development, and the specifics of the impact of this market on Russia’s urban infrastructure will be examined.
As contribuições do PIBID na construção da identidade profissional do educador matemático da UFF, UFTM e UFJF
Authors: SOUZA FABIANO DOS SANTOS , OLIVEIRA AILTON DE PAULA DE , KISTEMANN MARCO AURÉLIO , COUTINHO CILEDA DE QUEIROZ E SILVA
Published: June 2019

O presente artigo é um recorte de um projeto de pesquisa que investigou o processo de formação docente no âmbito do Programa Institucional de Bolsas de Iniciação à Docência (PIBID) da Universidade Federal Fluminense (UFF), Universidade Federal do Triângulo Mineiro (UFTM) e da Universidade Federal de Juiz de Fora (UJFJ). Aplicou-se questionário aos ex-bolsistas de iniciação à docência participantes das IES em estudo, com o objetivo de analisar as concepções de formação docente, identificar características, ações, impactos, opiniões, expectativas do processo de implementação do PIBID de Matemática das universidades. Como metodologia utilizou-se, no recorte analisado neste texto, análise documental e de discurso dos discentes participantes da pesquisa. Como metodologias, utilizaram-se a análise documental e a análise de dados multidimensionais, empregando o método de análise de similaridade aplicada ao discurso dos discentes, por meio do uso do software CHIC (Classificação Hierárquica, Implicativa e Coesitiva). Como conclusão, é possível afirmar que o PIBID da UFF, UFTM e UFJF promoveram a articulação e a aproximação entre a escola básica e a universidade; os licenciandos foram inseridos no seio da escola, promovendo uma formação na mão dos formadores (coordenadores de área e supervisores) por meio da relação dialética entre teoria e prática.
POSSIBILIDADES DE INTERFACES NA FORMAÇÃO DE PROFESSORES: Apontamentos do Programa Institucional de Bolsa de Iniciação à Docência
Authors: Moura Eliton Meireles de , Souza Júnior Arlindo José de
Published: June 2019

Mobilizados pelo interesse na docência, temos questionado os diferentes lugares de formação do professor no Brasil. As políticas internas e a cultura acadêmica nem sempre reconheceram a legitimidade de algumas iniciativas, responsabilizando individualmente o professor por sua formação. Nessa investigação procuramos compreender o espaço de formação proporcionado pelo PIBID (Programa Institucional de Bolsa de Iniciação à Docência), e como ele vem sendo integrado a outros espaços de formação do Curso de Licenciatura em Matemática. O objetivo do programa é preparar alunos de licenciatura para uma prática docente de qualidade, voltada para o ensino das instituições públicas de ensino básico. Esse texto foi marcado por um processo de reflexão e discussão sistemático e coletivo, que favoreceu a busca de melhores condições para a formação de professores de matemática.
Campañas electorales y publicidad política en el Reino Unido
Authors: Rúas Araujo José
Published: June 2019

Tras una contextualización del papel de los medios y la observación de la acusada influencia de los actores políticos y mediáticos en medio de la creciente profesionalización de la comunicación política, este artículo muestra las campañas electorales llevadas a cabo en el Reino Unido durante las cuatro últimas legislaturas, tres bajo el gobierno laborista (1997, 2001 y 2005) y la última, ganada por los conservadores (2010). Un repaso por los cambios y evolución experimentados en dos décadas a través del análisis descriptivo de las estrategias de comunicación y la publicidad electoral de laboristas, tories y liberal-demócratas, cuya creatividad se alimentó sobre la discusión de la progresiva americanización de las campañas, centradas en la negatividad y personalización de a imagen los líderes.
Polarización política y negativismo mediático. Similitudes y diferencias en la prensa de derecha y la de izquierda en las elecciones autonómicas y municipales de 2011
Authors: Castromil Antón R. , Chavero Palmira
Published: June 2019

Hallin y Mancini (2004) proponen una tipología de sistemas mediáticos según la cual España se encuentra en el denominado sistema de “pluralismo polarizado”. Una de las principales características de este modelo viene dada por la relación entre sistema político y medios de comunicación, donde prima una íntima relación entre ambos actores que da como resultado unos medios de comunicación altamente partidistas. El presente estudio es una continuación de anteriores investigaciones (Castromil, 2008) en las que intentábamos demostrar el partidismo de la prensa de referencia española en las elecciones generales de 2008 y el modo de llevarlo a cabo: a través de una cobertura altamente negativa hacia el partido o candidato rival. La actual contribución pretende hilar más fino y estudiar no tanto la comparación entre la prensa de derecha (El Mundo y ABC) y la de izquierda (El País y Público), sino las diferencias y similitudes internas en cada una de estas dos opciones mediático-ideológicas. Para ello, realizamos un seguimiento exhaustivo de estos diarios entre el 15 de abril y el 25 de mayo de 2011, analizando la información relativa a la campaña electoral. Algunas de las conclusiones que arroja este análisis son la diferente neutralidad mediática en función de la polarización ideológica de los diarios o los temas en los que se centra cada uno de ellos.
El rol de la opinión pública en las elecciones autonómicas de Madrid del 22-5-2011
Authors: Tatta Marco
Published: June 2019

El objetivo de este trabajo es el de analizar los discursos de los medios de comunicación españoles durante el periodo electoral previo a las elecciones autonómicas de la Comunidad de Madrid.Se han analizado algunos de los periódicos más importantes de España a nivel nacional: El País, El Mundo, ABC y Público. De esta forma, se ha conseguido tener una visión general bastante completa. El periodo de investigación es de dos meses, el primero coincide con el mes anterior a las elecciones primarias del Partido Socialista Obrero Español (PSOE), realizado el 3 de octubre de 2011, y el segundo es el mes previo a las elecciones autonómicas de Madrid del 22 de mayo de 2011.Se han revisado todos los artículos y los titulares sobre las elecciones publicados en las portadas y editoriales, dando importancia a los temas másrepetidos durante la campaña electoral y a la forma con la que lo ha difundido cada periódico. De esta manera, comparando los resultados de la investigación con los resultados electorales, ha sido posible describir de qué manera la prensa española ha contribuido en la creación de la opinión pública de los electores en los temas tratados por la prensa y los frames en los que se han enmarcado. El análisis de estas elecciones se caracteriza, entre otros aspectos, por uno muy peculiar, los movimientos del 15M, que han producido un efecto mediático que ha condicionado los mensajes difundidos por la prensa durante los últimos días de la campaña electoral y nos ha dado la posibilidad de analizar los diferentes enfoques de estos periódicos. Éste es un dato bastante interesante si consideramos que, en principio, el movimiento no tenía ninguna orientación política.En conclusión, podemos afirmar que los resultados de las elecciones han sido determinados por el discurso económico, aunque el tema que ha tenido más influencia en los medios ha sido el del movimiento 15M. En general, hemos podido descubrir los puntos clave de los discursos de los principales partidos políticos españoles, ambos fijados en preparar el terreno a las siguientes elecciones nacionales.
Neomitologías: la estrategia del mito
Authors: Eguizábal Raúl
Published: June 2019

El objetivo del estudio de los mitos es el de la compresión de la cultura, y la publicidad es uno de los ingredientes fundamentales de nuestra cultura. El objetivo de este artículo es el de intentar explicar los mecanismos de funcionamiento de la publicidad a través de su consideración como una modalidad de mito o mejor como una fábrica de mitos contemporáneos.Nuestro objetivo parte de una hipótesis: la publicidad es creadora de mitos. En la primera parte realizamos una serie de operaciones científicas clásicas que nos ayudarán a centrar el problema: definir, clasificar, teorizar. En la segunda. Nuestro discurso se moverá, dentro del paradigma del significado, en el terrenode la semiología, la iconología, la antropología y el análisis estructural del relato. Como conclusión, se establece que la publicidad puede ser explicada en términos de mitos; es eficaz en la medida en que emplea unos recursos (los mecanismos del mito) que han servido, desde los albores de la civilización, para ajustar el comportamiento de los ciudadanos a una situación, a un estado de cosas que, en nuestro caso, es el de una civilización del consumo. La forma de perpetuarse que tiene esa civilización es recurriendo a una serie de relatos míticos que llamamos anuncios o publicidad, por el cual existe un mundo “mejor” (un paraíso burgués) que se pone a nuestro alcance a través de las mercancías.
Los eventos del Instituto Cervantes y su influencia en la creación y difusión de la Marca España. El caso del Instituto Cervantes de Chicago
Authors: Puebla Martínez Belén , Asensio Borrego Guadalupe , Prieto Dávila Pablo
Published: June 2019

En el presente artículo se presentan los resultados obtenidos al examinar las actividades realizadas por el Instituto Cervantes de Chicago con el fin de ayudar en la creación y la difusión de la Marca España. Se ha realizado un estudio de todos los eventos organizados por el Instituto Cervantes en su sede de Chicago durante el año 2012 analizando diferentes variables que ayudan a definir la tipología de los eventos realizados. Después de investigar la relación existente entre la Marca España y el Instituto Cervantes a través de los eventos organizados por la institución se evidencian una serie de amenazas y debilidades y se ponen de relieve las oportunidades y fortalezas que tiene el Instituto Cervantes para materializar la expansión de la Marca España.
Validación y fiabilidad de un test para evaluar la coordinación óculo manual y agilidad en gimnasia rítmica
Authors: Vernetta Santana Mercedes , Montosa Mirón Isabel , Gutiérrez Sánchez Águeda
Published: June 2019

El objetivo de este estudio fue desarrollar y validar un test que permita evaluar la coordinación óculo manual y agilidad en gimnastas de rítmica. Un panel de expertos se responsabilizó de la selección de las tareas que conformaron la composición inicial del test. Una vez constituido y validado mediante la opinión de expertos de forma unánime, el test se aplicó a una muestra de 60 gimnastas de 12 a 18 años (Media Edad= 13,76 ±1,53; Talla= 1,54 ± 0,065 y Peso= 44,78 ± 6,55). La fiabilidad del test mediante el cálculo de la consistencia interna a través de Alfa de Cronbach fue de .885 siendo el coeficiente de correlación del test-retest de .799 Se concluye que el test es un instrumento válido y fiable para medir la coordinación en gimnastas.
Danza en carnaval, encuentro de saberes
Authors: Avendaño Peña Carolina , Eraso Caicedo Luis Antonio
Published: June 2019

El artículo es una síntesis de resultados de la investigación “La experiencia del cuerpo en la escuela, un análisis de prácticas pedagógicas alrededor del Carnaval de Negros y Blancos (CNB) de la ciudad de San Juan de Pasto-Colombia”[1]. En el análisis fueron abordados los saberes presentes en procesos de formación escolar vinculados con el CNB a partir de la noción de práctica pedagógica, desde la cual son propuestos los momentos y las estrategias para el camino metodológico.

La investigación se ubica dentro del paradigma cualitativo, con un enfoque hermenéutico que utiliza el análisis del discurso para identificar los saberes y las relaciones que inciden en la configuración de corporalidades procedentes de propuestas artísticas en danza para el CNB. Esta mención parte de vincular la investigación en artes con las herramientas que posibilitan las ciencias sociales para develar el tejido de significaciones, lugares y pugnas epistemológicas alrededor de los saberes.

La relación entre maestro, escuela y saberes dentro del acontecimiento del carnaval, además de responder a los compromisos colectivos para la preservación de la manifestación cultural, aborda una posibilidad de leer la escuela desde otras descripciones y de resignificar los saberes que en ella se generan y aquellos vinculados con las prácticas artísticas. Como parte de los hallazgos del estudio, surgen tensiones alrededor de la escuela educativa y la escuela del carnaval, el lugar del maestro en la práctica pedagógica y el saber del carnaval en su tránsito al saber escolar.
Organismos reguladores independientes y control judicial en España: un rompecabezas difícil de solucionar
Authors: Solanes Mullor Joan
Published: June 2019

A partir de la década de los 90, sobrevino una auténtica “fiebre” que ha diseminado los conceptos del Estado regulador en Europa y ha iniciado el proceso de agencificación -creación de agencias-, que se prolonga hasta nuestros días. Este artículo focalizó su atención en el estudio de este fenómeno reciente, centrándose en los organismos reguladores independientes sectoriales y dejando de lado las instituciones reguladoras que operan en los mercados financieros y de valores y que supervisan la competencia, para concentrarse en las dificultades que estas instituciones plantean para el control judicial. En este sentido, se exploraron tres ideas: por un lado, la concepción sobre la naturaleza de los organismos reguladores independientes; por el otro, el entendimiento de la doctrina de la separación de poderes, y finalmente, permeando las otras dos ideas, el pensamiento jurídico predominante en el ordenamiento en cuestión. Así, se pretendió mostrar cómo estas tres ideas se han planteado en tres escenarios distintos (Estados Unidos, la Unión Europea y España) y, por tanto, han circulado a través de diversos ordenamientos jurídicos.
The Twins Paradox: Bifurcation & Unification
Authors: Lopez Tom
Published: June 2019

No abstract availableThis article was originally published by Parallel Press, an imprint of the University of Wisconsin-Madison Libraries, as part of The International Journal of Screendance, Volume 2 (2012), Parallel Press. It is made available here with the kind permission of Parallel Press.
Introduction: Amelia Jones
Authors: Bench Harmony
Published: June 2019

No abstract availableThis article was originally published by Parallel Press, an imprint of the University of Wisconsin-Madison Libraries, as part of The International Journal of Screendance, Volume 2 (2012), Parallel Press. It is made available here with the kind permission of Parallel Press.
Notation Score as Embodied Documentary Presence: A Response to Amelia Jones's "'Presence' in Absentia"
Authors: Kosstrin Hannah
Published: June 2019

No abstract availableThis article was originally published by Parallel Press, an imprint of the University of Wisconsin-Madison Libraries, as part of The International Journal of Screendance, Volume 2 (2012), Parallel Press. It is made available here with the kind permission of Parallel Press.
Some Thoughts on "Nowness" and "Thenness"
Authors: Pennell Miranda
Published: June 2019

No abstract availableThis article was originally published by Parallel Press, an imprint of the University of Wisconsin-Madison Libraries, as part of The International Journal of Screendance, Volume 2 (2012), Parallel Press. It is made available here with the kind permission of Parallel Press.
Notes on Filming Dance
Authors: Roberts Adam
Published: June 2019

No abstract availableThis article was originally published by Parallel Press, an imprint of the University of Wisconsin-Madison Libraries, as part of The International Journal of Screendance, Volume 2 (2012), Parallel Press. It is made available here with the kind permission of Parallel Press.
FLORES, Eva María y DURÁN, Fernando (eds.) (2018). Guerras de soledad, soldados de infamia: representaciones de combatientes irregulares, clandestinos o mercenarios en la literatura española. Palma de Mallorca: Genueve Ediciones, 241 pp., ISBN 978-84-945814-5-8 (edición impresa). ISBN 978-84-945814-6-5 (edición digital).
Authors: Viñuela Soto Leticia
Published: June 2019

FLORES, Eva María y DURÁN, Fernando (eds.) (2018). Guerras de soledad, soldados de infamia: representaciones de combatientes irregulares, clandestinos o mercenarios en la literatura española. Palma de Mallorca: Genueve Ediciones, 241 pp., ISBN 978-84-945814-5-8 (edición impresa). ISBN 978-84-945814-6-5 (edición digital).
A study on influence of iron deficiency anaemia over HbA1c levels
Authors: Kalairajan Sankar , K. Vijaya Durairaj , A. R. Malathy
Published: June 2019

Background: Haemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a glycated form of haemoglobin reflects average plasma glucose over the previous 8 to 12 weeks. HbA1c can be affected by multiple non-glycaemic parameters. Iron deficiency anaemia (IDA) is one among them which is the most common type of anaemia in India. However, reports on the effects of iron deficiency anaemia on HbA1c levels are inconsistent. Hence we conducted a study to find out the influence of iron deficiency anaemia over HbA1c levels.  Methods: 120 patients confirmed to have iron deficiency anaemia were enrolled in this study. HbA1c levels were measured at baseline and 3 months after treatment, and these values were compared with those in the control population.Results: The mean baseline HbA1c level in anaemic patients (4.62%) was significantly lower than that in the control group (5.45%, P<0.001). A significant increase was observed in the patients HbA1c levels at 3 months after treatment (5.82%, P<0.001). There was a significant correlation observed between haemoglobin and HbA1c level (Coefficient of correlation=0.26, P<0.01) in the study group before correction.Conclusions: In contrast to the observations of previous studies, ours showed that HbA1c levels increased with treatment of iron deficiency anaemia. This could be attributable to nutritional deficiency, racial-ethnic variations and/or certain unknown variables. Further studies are warranted.
Derangements in thyroid hormone status in seriously ill patients: does it matter?
Authors: Agrawal Vaibhav , Kshirsagar Ashok , Patil Virendra
Published: June 2019

Background: Derangements in stress hormone levels i.e. steroids, thyroid hormones is routinely encountered in almost all the seriously ill patients, which have been found to be associated with morbidity and mortality. The present study was planned to assess the thyroid hormone derangements in seriously ill patients, with respect to mortality.Methods: The present study was a retrospective, observational, record-based study done at Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences, Karad, Maharashtra, India.Results: Out of total 170 patients, 108 were females (63.5%) and 62 (36.4%) were males. On age wise analysis, it was found that majority of the patients were in the age group >50 years comprising of 78 (45.8%) patients. Thyroid hormonal status was deranged in 94 patients (55%), out of which 53 (31%) died and 41 patients (24%) were alive. Most common derangement was seen in free T3 (triiodothyronine), with 60% of the patients showing lowered values, 35% showing raised values and 5% showing normal values. T4 (thyroxine) levels were normal in major bulk of the patients.Conclusions: Serum T3 levels should be routinely done in critically ill patients, to detect any thyroid disorders, which might go undetected until it is too late.
Poblar el sitio de libres de Pedraza para obtener “utilidad a la agricultura, al público y al Estado”, Gobernación de Santa Marta, Nueva Granada, 1790-1794
Authors: Sánchez Hugues R.
Published: June 2019

A partir de un proceso en el Archivo General de la Nación de Colombia, sobre la destrucción del sitio de Pedraza, se muestra la existencia de una política trazada desde Madrid y materializada en el virreinato de Nueva Granada que fomentaba la agregación de la población que, supuestamente, vivía de manera licenciosa en las orillas del río Magdalena, buscando convertirlos en labradores o colonos que debían producir granos y carnes para el abasto de la ciudad de Cartagena; conjunto de iniciativas que encajan en el fenómeno histórico denominado poblacionismo agrario ilustrado. Igualmente, se detallan las peripecias que enfrentó el encargado de la fundación del sitio el capitán a guerra Josef Torregrosa y se muestra la aparición de un lenguaje ilustrado que avalaba las iniciativas de los funcionarios con innovaciones conceptuales, buscando fortalecer la fundación de pueblos y la producción agropecuaria.
A INFLUÊNCIA DA FORMAÇÃO DOCENTE: UM OLHAR SOBRE A ALFABETIZAÇÃO E LETRAMENTO
Authors: Lacerda Soraya Aparecida , Bayer Camilla Müller , Fock Vitoria Gabriela
Published: June 2019

O presente artigo perfaz um estudo da influência da disciplina Alfabetização e Letramento no estágio curricular do quinto ano de Pedagogia de uma Universidade Catarinense. O objetivo de tal busca é perceber os reflexos desta disciplina na formação do Pedagogo e entender como configura-se o binômio alfabetização e letramento. Por meio de um grupo focal, realizado com as acadêmicas do quinto ano de Pedagogia, pode-se levantar dados a respeito do estágio curricular. Compreendeu-se, com esta pesquisa, o modo com que o estágio curricular é experienciado e como as estagiárias puderam aliar o aprendizado adquirido durante sua formação acadêmica ao exercício cotidiano de sua docência. Para o embasamento teórico desta pesquisa, buscou-se os conhecimentos de Pimenta e Anastasiou (2002), Pimenta e Lima (2004), Teberosky e Ferreiro (1985).
Ead: a ferramenta fórum do espaço virtual de aprendizagem (EVA) e a constituição da autoria
Authors: Kindermann Conceição Aparecida
Published: June 2019

Este artigo tem como objetivo analisar de que forma o EVA (Espaço Virtual de Aprendizagem) proporciona aos estudantes de graduação constituírem-se sujeitos autor, levando-se em consideração as especificidades do ciberespaço e se esse espaço contribui para o desenvolvimento de práticas autorais. Consideram-se, então, o ciberespaço e a educação a distância. A plataforma analisada é o Espaço Virtual de Aprendizagem – EVA – da Universidade do Sul de Santa Catarina. O corpo teórico fundamenta-se especialmente em Pêcheux, Orlandi e Furlanetto. Quanto à metodologia, segue os dispositivos teórico-metodológicos da Análise de Discurso. Os principais resultados, em relação à constituição do sujeito, apontam para a) a constituição do sujeito autor em níveis diferenciados; e b) a autoria textualizada sob diversas ancoragens.