bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Risk Management of the Investment Project
Authors: Моргунова Елена , Morgunova Yelyena , Моргунова М. , Morgunova M.
Published: January 2018

The article presents the results of a study on risk management of an investment project, using the example of projects in the coal mining sector. Issues of identification and evaluation of project risks are considered. An integrated and holistic mechanism for understanding problems related to risk management of investment projects has been formed.
Income and Wealth Effects on Private-Label Demand: Evidence from the Great Recession
Authors: Dubé Jean-Pierre , Hitsch Günter J. , Rossi Peter E.
Published: January 2018

We measure the causal effects of income and wealth on the demand for private-label products. Prior research suggests that these effects are large and, in particular, that private-label demand rises during recessions. Our empirical analysis is based on a comprehensive household-level transactions database matched with price information from store-level scanner data and wealth data based on local house value indices. The Great Recession provides a key source of the variation in our data, showing a large and geographically diverse impact on household incomes over time. We estimate income and wealth effects using “within” variation of income, at the household level, and wealth, at the zip code level. Our estimates can be interpreted as income and wealth effects consistent with a consumer demand model based on utility maximization. We establish a precisely measured negative effect of income on private-label shares. The effect of wealth is negative but not precisely measured. However, the estimated effect sizes are small, by contrast to prior academic work and industry views. An examination of the possible supply-side response to the recession shows only small changes in the relative price of national-brand and private-label products. Our estimates also reveal a large positive trend in private-label shares that predates the Great Recession. We examine some possible factors underlying this trend, but find no evidence that it is systematically related to specific private-label quality tiers or to the overall rate of private-label versus national-brand product introductions.

Data and the online appendix are available at https://doi.org/10.1287/mksc.2017.1047 .
Are We Really Solving the Dynamic Traffic Equilibrium Problem with a Departure Time Choice?
Authors: Guo Ren-Yong , Yang Hai , Huang Hai-Jun
Published: January 2018

The dynamic traffic equilibrium problem has been a pivotal area of research in transportation for a few decades. The current state-of-the-art research in this area generally considers simultaneous departure time and route choice. In this paper, we theoretically prove that, in the simplest standard bottleneck model with a sufficient number of commuters, a dynamic user equilibrium (DUE) cannot be reached through a day-to-day evolution process of travelers’ departure rate—a central idea behind the iterative dynamic traffic equilibrium algorithms prevalent in the literature. We carry out our exploration with the proportional swap system and then extend our analysis to other typical dynamic equilibrium algorithms such as the network tatonnement process, the simplex gravity flow dynamics, the projected dynamical system, and the evolutionary traffic dynamics. Our investigation indicates that any algorithm analogous to the five categories of systems must be cautious in terms of convergence when it is applied to solve the DUE problem with a departure time choice, and hence puts forward a general question: Are we really solving the DUE problem with a departure time choice?
The compliance of guidelines set by the British Society for Rheumatology for managing Gout
Authors: Hassan Eniola , Choudry Bushera
Published: January 2018

Gout is a form of arthritis that is caused by the build-up and deposition of monosodium urate crystals in the joints of the body and surrounding areas. Guidelines for the management of gout have been produced by the British Society for Rheumatology (BSR) which are based on expert opinion and evidence supported by a systematic review of literature. The aim of this audit is to establish how well these guidelines are being followed in general practice. By gaining access to the electronic patient record at the practice, compliance to the BSR guidelines can be assessed by review of patient notes. Results showed that the practice was not following the guidelines with respect to gout management and many patients were not receiving the gold standard of gout care. Changes need to be implemented which should see an improvement in the detection and monitoring of gout in primary care.
Should medical entrepreneurship be included in the undergraduate curriculum? A literature review
Authors: Ahmad Haroon , Akram Noreen
Published: January 2018

Aims:

To assess whether medical entrepreneurship should be included within the undergraduate medical curriculum.

Background:

Medical graduates are clearly proficient as both educators and scholars. UK based education programmes promote traits including critical thinking, problem solving and lifelong learning, however, it is difficult to overlook the lack of entrepreneurial spirit. Entrepreneurship has been explored within academic surgery, but is lacking in undergraduate settings. At a time when NHS resources are dwindling and the capacity of healthcare professionals (HCP) to provide efficient patient care is limited, is it appropriate to foster innovative traits and entrepreneurial spirit within medical students?

Methods:

Bibliographical databases (MEDLINE, EMBASE, NICE Evidence and Cochrane) were screened, which identified three primary studies that met the inclusion criteria.

Findings:

The studies explored medical entrepreneurship in the healthcare environment and the implementation in the undergraduate curriculum. The findings were largely positive, stating benefits of innovation in medical research and the potential for health start-ups to tackle key health issues. However, potential risks such as detraction from clinical practise and profit-making motives were also highlighted. Delivering medical entrepreneurship in the undergraduate curriculum was explored but there was no objective assessment.

Conclusion:

There is a clear scope for medical entrepreneurship both in the healthcare environment and the undergraduate curriculum. However, more objective research is required assessing the implementation of medical entrepreneurship, before definitive conclusions can be made.
The balance of probabilities
Authors: Axcell Claire
Published: January 2018

The ‘Every Baby Counts’ report aims to halve stillbirths by 2020. One area of improvement is fetal monitoring, which, as Claire Axcell explains, can be ameliorated in a variety of ways
Pre-eclampsia: Praxis and application
Authors: Stokes Taela , Geraghty Sadie
Published: January 2018

Pre-eclampsia occurs in approximately 2-8% of pregnancies worldwide, and is characterised by hypertension and multi-organ system involvement. Globally, approximately ten million women develop pre-eclampsia each year, and an estimated 76 000 women die as a result of pre-eclampsia or other hypertensive disorders. Despite ongoing research, the pathogenesis of pre-eclampsia remains unclear. This article will focus on the diagnosis, risk factors and aetiology of pre-eclampsia, while attempting to outline the collaborative management, including treatment and prevention.
Person-centred care of women with urinary incontinence
Authors: Nazarko Linda
Published: January 2018

Urinary incontinence can affect adults as they age and develop long-term conditions and difficulty coping with an ageing urinary system. This overview explores how ageing, long-term conditions and functional abilities combine to affect the ability of women to retain urinary continence. It emphasizes the importance of ensuring that the individual's needs are met, and that sensitive, compassionate care, that maintains dignity and privacy, is delivered.
Perspectives of pharmacogenetics approach to personalized tamoxifen therapy
Authors: Savelyeva Marina I. , Panchenko Julia S. , Urvantseva Irina A. , Ignatova Anna K. , Poddubnaya Irina V.
Published: January 2018

Tamoxifen is the selective modulator of estrogen receptors. Nowadays, it is widely used in the treatment of ER(+) breast cancer and substantially decreases the risks of recurrence and disease progression. However, high interindividual variability in response is observed, calling for a personalized approach to tamoxifen treatment. Tamoxifen is metabolized by cytochrome P450, resulting in the formation of active metabolites, including 4-hydroxy-tamoxifen and endoxifen. The effectiveness and success of treatment depends largely on concentrations of the active tamoxifen metabolites in blood plasma. Polymorphisms in the genes encoding these enzymes are proposed to influence on pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of tamoxifen. Therefore, pharmacogenetic approach may form the basis of personalized treatment of breast cancer. In this systematic review, we analyze all current data about the potential use of genotyping of CYP2D6, CYP3A4/5, CYP2B6 to predict an individual response on tamoxifen treatment.
Mad Practices and Mobilities Bringing Voices to Digital Ethnography
Authors: Baylosis Cherry
Published: January 2018

There is a claim that digital media technologies can give voice to the voiceless (Alper 2017). As Couldry (2008) points out it is now commonplace for people - who have never done so before - to tell, share and exchange stories within, and through digital media. Additionally, the affordances of mobile media technologies allow people to speak, virtually anytime and anywhere, while the new internet based media sees that these processes converge to allow stories, information, ideas and discourses to circulate through communicative spaces, and into the daily lives of people (Sheller/Urry 2006). The purpose of this paper is to discuss a methodological framework that can be used to examine the extent that digital media practices can enable voice. My focus is on people ascribed the status of mental illness - people who have had an enduring history of silencing and oppression (Parr 2008). I propose theories of mobilities, and practice, to critically examine voice in practices related to digital media. In doing this, I advocate for digital ethnographic methods to engage these concepts, and to examine the potential of voice in digital mobile media. Specifically, I outline ethnographic methods involving the use of video (re)enactments of digital practices, and the use of reflective interviews to examine every day routines and movements in and around digital media (Pink 2012). I propose that observing and reflecting on such activities can generate insights into the significance these activities have in giving voice to those who are normally unheard.
Farmer’s Household Economy working on conflict areas in The Meru Betiri National Park
Authors: Purwanto Purwanto , Cahyono Sigit Andy , Lastiantoro Casimerus Yudi , Haryanti Nana
Published: January 2018

Forest land conflict in Meru Betiri National Park is considered as one of the kind of land conflicts in the forest conservation of Indonesia. The conflict has been taking place between MBNP and the people who live around the forest area (Wonoasri, Sanenrejo, Andongrejo, Curahnongko, and Kandangan) since 1998. The purpose of this research is to know the history of land conflict in Meru Betiri National Park and the impact of land rehabilitation on farmer's income This study was conducted in 2016. Qualitative research was conducted to obtain the historical information of MBNP land conflict and the survey was done to collect data of contribution of cultivation activities in the rehabilitation land (conflict area) on the income of farmers. The forest land conflict took place due to the vacant authority of the central government in 1998 which spread to the local government, so the government is not able to control the illegal harvesting of forest resources and forest area encroachment conducted by the public. In 1999, the local politicians of Indonesian Democratic Party proposed to the Ministry of Forestry in order the conflicted area of MBNP can be cultivated by the people around the area. In 2000, The Forestry Minister issued regulations stated that the assigned land is a rehabilitation zone. The rehabilitation zone must be planted with Multiple Purposes Tree Species (MPTS) and seasonal crops by using agroforestry system. The purpose of MPTS planting is for reforestation and the seasonal crops plantation is addressed for increasing the income of the farmers.  After implementing the program for 15 years, the income generated from the rehabilitation land only Rp. 3,517,100,- (US $ 1 = Rp. 13,400,-) per year or 14,49% of the total income of the farmers. The income from the rehabilitation land contributed as the third source of incomes b esides the non land-based sources of income and the income from migrated remittance.
Possibilities of Increasing the Antioxidant Properties of Garlic Plants (Allium sativum, L.)
Authors: Ştefîrţă Anastasia A. , Botnari Vasile F. , Brânză Lilia M. , Bulhac Ion I. , Coropceanu Eduard B. , Bourosh Paulina N. , Chilinciuc Alexei I.
Published: January 2018

The effect of some selenium-containing compounds on the antioxidant properties of Allium sativum L. plants is shown in the present work. Pre-treatment of bulbs before planting and foliar treatment during plant growth with gibberellin solution (125 mg · L−1); potassium selenate (36 μg Se·L−1) and a new cobalt(III) coordinative compound (33 μg Se·L−1) resulted in the increase of the concentration of proline and assimilating pigments, reduced peroxide oxidation of lipids, enhanced antioxidant cell protection. The greatest effect was observed in plants pre-treated with the new coordinative compound, “Fludisec”, manifested by an increase of antioxidant properties of leaves and bulbs, optimization of growth process and productivity. X-ray analysis of monocrystal demonstrated that Fludisec is a coordination compound of ionic type tetrafluoroborate-[bis(dimethylglyoximato)-(selenocarbamide)1.4-(selenium-seleno-carbamide)0.5-(selenium-selenium)0.1cobalt(III)] with chemical formula [Co(DmgH)2(Seu)1,4(Se-Seu)0.5(Se-Se)0.1][BF4].
Behaviour of Epoxy Silica Nanocomposites Under Static and Creep Loading
Authors: Constantinescu Dan Mihai , Picu Radu Catalin , Sandu Marin , Apostol Dragos Alexandru , Sandu Adriana , Baciu Florin
Published: January 2018

Specific manufacturing technologies were applied for the fabrication of epoxy-based nanocomposites with silica nanoparticles. For dispersing the fillers in the epoxy resin special equipment such as a shear mixer and a high energy sonicator with temperature control were used. Both functionalized and unfunctionalized silica nanoparticles were added in three epoxy resins. The considered filling fraction was in most cases 0.1, 0.3 and 0.5 wt%.. The obtained nanocomposites were subjected to monotonic uniaxial and creep loading at room temperature. The static mechanical properties were not significantly improved regardless the filler percentage and type of epoxy resin. Under creep loading, by increasing the stress level, the nanocomposite with 0.1 wt% silica creeps less than all other materials. Also the creep rate is reduced by adding silica nanofillers.
Photoelastic Analysis of Cracked Thick Walled Cylinders
Authors: Pastramă Ştefan Dan
Published: January 2018

In this paper, the experimental determination of the stress intensity factor in thick walled cylinders subject to uniform internal pressure and having longitudinal non-penetrating cracks is presented. Photoelastic measurements were used together with the expressions of the stress field near the crack tip for Mode I crack extension and a specific methodology for stress intensity factor determination. Two types of longitudinal cracks - internal and external - were considered. Four plane models were manufactured and analyzed in a plane polariscope at different values of the applied internal pressure. The values of the normalized stress intensity factor were calculated and the results were compared to those reported by other authors. A good accuracy was noticed, showing the reliability of the experimental procedure.
Warrantless Arrest Laws for Domestic Violence: How Are Youth Affected?
Authors: Dasgupta Kabir , Pacheco Gail
Published: January 2018

This study empirically examines the impact of warrantless arrest laws (designed to deter domestic violence) on multiple youth outcomes. Utilizing variation in the timing of implementation of the laws across states, and employing a difference in differences framework, we examine both the direct and indirect impacts on youth in the United States. There appears to be no significant direct link between warrantless arrest laws and domestic violence-related homicides. However, on the indirect front, we do find strong evidence that implementation of the arrest laws results in a drop in the probability of youth experiencing suicidal ideation. This analysis also accounts for important heterogeneities in laws across states, and our findings are robust to multiple sensitivity checks, aimed at addressing key threats to identification.
Balance in children born prematurely currently aged 6–7
Authors: Dziuba Ewa , Drzał-Grabiec Justyna , Truszczyńska-Baszak Aleksandra , Guzek Katarzyna , Zajkiewicz Katarzyna
Published: January 2018

Study aim: Premature birth is one of the major problems of obstetrics, leading to numerous complications that are associated with prematurity, for instance balance disorders. The aim of the study was to assess the impact of premature birth on the ability to maintain balance in children commencing their school education. Material and methods: The study included children aged 6-7 years. The study group consisted of 59 children (31 girls and 28 boys, mean age 6.38 ± SD 0.73) born prematurely between 24 and 35 weeks of gestation. The control group consisted of 61 children (28 girls and 33 boys, mean age 6.42 ± 0.58) born at term. The research utilized standardized test tools - one-leg open-eyed and closed-eyed standing test, one-leg jumping test - and an original questionnaire survey. Results: The children born at term achieved better results in the majority of tests. The comparison of girls and boys born pre­maturely and at term showed no statistically significant difference between them in terms of dynamic balance, static balance or total balance control. The comparison of the tests performed on the right and left lower limb in prematurely born children showed no statistically significant differences. Conclusion: Premature birth affects the ability to maintain body balance. The results of the study indicate the need to develop coordination skills that shape body balance in prematurely born children.
The changes in the structure of mineral raw materials needs in Poland between 2011−2015
Authors: Lewicka Ewa , Burkowicz Anna
Published: January 2018

An assessment of current demand for mineral raw materials in the domestic economy as well possibilities to satisfy the needs of the industry has been performed for the period 2011-2015 on the basis of estimated values and volumes of their consumption, as well as indices of the share of importation in the consumption and percentage of production sold abroad. Domestically consumed mineral raw materials have been assigned to groups corresponding to the main way of their usage, distinguishing:fuels, metallic, ceramic, chemical, construction, and others. Complementary to the presented demand- supply relations are trade balances of selected commodities. Analysis of available statistical data showed that the demand for substantial number of mineral raw materials in Poland has been met by imports and this probably will be continued in future. The reasons for Poland’s sustained import dependency of mineral raw materials is the lack or insufficient reserve base, as well as low quality of raw materials available from deposits occurring in the country. The exceptions are construction raw materials and some ceramic ones, as well minerals exported in significant qualities (e.g.: refined copper, silver, zinc, sulphur, lead raw materials, or selenium), for which it can be stated that their domestic supplies may fully satisfy the demand of the national economy. On the other hand, the scale of utilization of such fuels as hard coal and lignite, which represent very significant item in Poland’s total energy mix, may be greatly reduced in the light of EU directives aimed at restricted use of these fossil fuels. The possible alternative is development of the use of renewable energy sources, while in the case of metals - improved recycling of scrap and metal-bearing wastes.
EIGR – knowledge base as a tool facilitating the management of groundwater resources in Europe
Authors: Tomaszewska Barbara , Dendys Marta , Galos Krzysztof
Published: January 2018

The KINDRA project is being implemented within the framework of the Horizon 2020 programme. Its main purpose is to carry out an EU-wide assessment of existing practical and scientific knowledge related to groundwater on the basis of an innovative classification system - the Hydrogeological Research Classification System (HRC-SYS). This assessment will be based on the knowledge repository, the European Inventory of Groundwater Research (EIGR). The EIGR database is also intended as a functional tool that will provide knowledge resources to be used by individuals and representatives of all institutions whose activities involve groundwater and water management. The purpose of this article is to outline the main assumptions underlying the KINDRA project and to present the methodology for creating the EIGR database, placing particular emphasis on the experience of experts who represent Poland. The materials and information they prepared as contributions to the EIGR have made it possible to review and evaluate the current state of the art as well as the publications resulting from the water management activities undertaken in Poland.
The nature of corruption affecting entrepreneurship in transition economies: Some lessons from Montenegro
Authors: Williams Nick , Radevic Dragana , Gherhes Cristian , Vorley Tim
Published: January 2018

The aim of this paper is to examine how the institutional environment impacts the nature of corruption affecting entrepreneurship in transition economies. Drawing on a survey and in-depth interviews with entrepreneurs in Montenegro, the paper finds that corruption is a pervasive presence which has not been ameliorated despite economic reforms. Montenegro is a transition economy which has made significant strides in terms of creating a more open market economy. However, reforms have often overlooked corruption which remains prevalent, and the institutional environment has left space for officials and entrepreneurs to engage in corrupt practices. The paper shows that although it takes different forms, corruption can be viewed as a cultural impediment even if the majority of entrepreneurs are not exposed to it.
the impact of national economy structural transformation on regional employment and income: the case of Latvia
Authors: Mihnenoka Aleksandra , Senfelde Maija
Published: January 2018

Structural changes taking place in national and regional economy may vary across nations and regions, causing socio-economic differentiation. This research is focused on analysis of the employment structure, its changes and influence on the level of social welfare, and its deepening of economic disparities between Latvian regions. We apply a comparative statistical analysis based on two tools: the Location Quotient and shift-share analysis, using official Latvian statistical data on employment and income with a breakdown by ten groups of economic activities for the period from 2008 to 2016. The obtained results indicate that the changes in the employment structure during the studied period had a noticeable impact on regional differentiation in Latvia. The authors have discovered that although employment concentration varies across Latvian regions, it remains remarkably stable over time, with occasional re-employment shifts occurring not always in the direction of industries providing higher income, which causes further regional socio-economic differentiation in Latvia.
Spin-off and market share in the Indonesian Islamic banking industry: a difference in difference analysis
Authors: Al Arif M. Nur Rianto
Published: January 2018

According to The Act No. 21 of 2008 concerning Islamic Banking in Indonesia, the conventional banks are obligated to spun-off their Islamic business units after achieving a certain set of requirements. The spin-off requirements are: (i) reach 50% market share asset of its parents; or (ii) 15 years after the implementation of the Islamic Banking Act. This study emphasizes the impact of Islamic banks' spin-off on market share. The method used in this study is a difference in difference analysis. This technique is a quasi-experiment separate into two groups, such as the treatment groups (four spin-offs' banks) and control group (two fullfledged Islamic banks). This study used quarterly data from 2005 until 2016. The results show that, first, there is a difference in the Islamic banks' market share between pre- and post-spinoff. Second, there is a difference in the market share of spin-offs' banks between pre- and postspin- off. Third, there are there external factors that can affect the Islamic banks' market share, i.e., inflation rate, interest rate, and economic growth rate. The paper is a useful source of information that may provide relevant guidelines in helping the future development of spin-off activity in Islamic banking industry. The finding could be helpful for policymakers to create a supporting strategy to accelerate the development of Islamic banking industry. This result also could be of use for Islamic banking industries in other countries.
Investigating Technological Changes in Copper-Based Metals Using Portable XRF Analysis. A Case Study in Sicily
Authors: Vianello Andrea , Tykot Robert H.
Published: January 2018

The introduction of copper-based metals in Sicily appears to have been a particularly late and slow process. A program of pXRF analyses on early metals in Sicily has revealed the use of mostly copper, and a very late introduction of tin. Copper had been in use and extracted in northern Italy since the Late Neolithic (ca. 3500 BC), and spread across the Italian peninsula after that. Yet, copper became widespread in Sicily only in the Bronze Age (ca. 2200-1050 BC), despite some early arrivals. The story of the introduction of copper-based metals in Italy acquires a new layer of complexity and the southwestern corner is providing a fuller perspective of the transmission of metal technology across Italy. This study of about 100 artifacts from Sicily tests the hypothesis that metallurgy and metals became important at a later time compared to other Mediterranean areas.
Efficient Dynamic Searchable Encryption with Forward Privacy
Authors: Etemad Mohammad , Küpçü Alptekin , Papamanthou Charalampos , Evans David
Published: January 2018

Searchable symmetric encryption (SSE) enables a client to perform searches over its outsourced encrypted files while preserving privacy of the files and queries. Dynamic schemes, where files can be added or removed, leak more information than static schemes. For dynamic schemes, forward privacy requires that a newly added file cannot be linked to previous searches. We present a new dynamic SSE scheme that achieves forward privacy by replacing the keys revealed to the server on each search. Our scheme is efficient and parallelizable and outperforms the best previous schemes providing forward privacy, and achieves competitive performance with dynamic schemes without forward privacy. We provide a full security proof in the random oracle model. In our experiments on the Wikipedia archive of about four million pages, the server takes one second to perform a search with 100,000 results.
Health Behaviour of Higher Education Employees – Value-Transmitting Conduct of Professionals to their Students
Authors: Mátó Veronika , Tarkó Klára , Tóth Krisztina , Nagymajtényi László , Paulik Edit
Published: January 2018

Workplaces and employees’ health are closely connected. A healthy workforce would increase productivity, effectivity and efficiency which will benefit the employer in financial and moral terms as well. On the contrary, if employees experience stress, long working hours, bad managerial style, not safe working conditions that would lead to ill physical and mental health and poor lifestyle habits like lack of exercises, smoking, drinking and inadequate diets. Our research was carried out at faculties of the University of Szeged (n=261). Data acquisition was online, with the help of a self-completed questionnaire distributed through e-mail. Apart from basic socio-demographic data the questionnaire contained questions referring to employees’ nutrition-, exercising-, sporting-, and leisure habits, visiting the doctor and their smoking- and alcohol consumption frequency. To sum all findings up, we can say that employees of the University of Szeged are concerned about their health and act for preserving and promoting it. They strive at creating a good well-being. Their health behaviour is acceptable and can mean a suitable example for the young adult generation.
Primary School Teachers’ Opinions on Teaching the Environmental Studies Subject Outside of the Classroom
Authors: Koprivnik Minka , Korban-Črnjavič Maja , Hus Vlasta
Published: January 2018

With the curriculum reform of the basic school in the Republic of Slovenia, the experiential learning and conducting classes outside the classroom become one of the more important starting points for the subject of Environmental Studies, which is taught in the first three years. With the empirical study, we wanted to research which location is most often selected by educators for Environmental Studies outside the classroom, how often they conduct such activities, which work methods they use, how many hours out of total subject hours for Environmental Studies they dedicate to teaching outside the classroom, and in what form they wish to acquire additional knowledge on this subject. We discovered that educators, when teaching the subject of Environmental Studies outside the classroom, most often use an area located in direct vicinity of the school, and that the largest percentage of participants very often teaches the subject of Environmental Studies outside the classroom once per month. Both analyses showed certain statistically significant differences regarding the location of the school and the educator’s years of employment. The results showed that educators, when teaching the subject of Environmental Studies outside the classroom, most often use the method of direct observation, while the least used methods are work with texts and learning resources. Predominantly, educators dedicate up to 30% of total planned hours of the subject of Environmental Studies to conducting class outside the classroom. The analysis showed that educators want to obtain additional information, knowledge, and competence for teaching Environmental Studies outside the classroom primarily by examples of good practices.
The Lifelong Education of the Teachers in the Republic of Macedonia
Authors: Popova Rozalina , Koskarov Ljupco
Published: January 2018

This paper analyzes important issues related to the lifelong education of the teachers in the Republic of Macedonia. The goal of the research, which is a part of the project Permanent Education of the Teachers (the current situation and challenges), is to get an idea about the current situation and the need for permanent education of the elementary school teachers in the Republic of Macedonia. We analyzed the forms and content of the permanent education, and the need for this type of education while taking into consideration: the location of the school (urban or suburban area), work experience, type of initial education, gender and ethnicity. The sample of 288 teachers from 11 schools from Skopje (the city and the rural environment) was formed by stratified random sampling and an assessment sample, based on the goals of the research and the different characteristics of the respondents. The calculations in the research were made with the statistical package SPSS 17.0. The research was carried out in five planned stages from 2010 to 2012. The gathered data confirms the fact that the existing forms and content of the permanent education do not meet the needs of the elementary school teachers in full. This implies that we need a new concept of permanent professional and pedagogical training of the teachers based on their needs and modern scientific accomplishments.
Women in Leading Role
Authors: Rácz Anita
Published: January 2018

The questions related to the role of women in the world of labour and to the rate of female and male employees are issues that have been discussed since long ago. Equality of women and the fight against the discrimination of women are hot topics not only for the “weaker sex” as there are abundant research and literature dealing with the question whether feminism, the lengthy pursuit for the equality of women can be regarded successful or there are still much to do for the elimination of negative discrimination of women at workplaces. In this context, I examine in my study whether the increasing of the share of female employees, the action plans on raising the share of executive positions filled by women, and the related conferences live up to the expectations, and can women really have the same place on the labour market as men have.
Practical Education in Secondary Educational Institutions for Teachers’ Training
Authors: Molnár Béla
Published: January 2018

Between 1950 and 1959, teacher training in secondary schools meant an education to last for four years followed by a specified final exam and a practice period of one year. Trainee teachers were subsequently expected to take a qualifying exam. The objective of the investigation is to present and analyse the forms and the documents related to the regulation in practical training. In the course of the essay we will go into details concerning the difficulties and problems in organising practical training as well as the issue whether the vocational training allowed to contribute to develop trainee teachers’ expertise. The use of primary sources such as curricula and regulations were included during the investigation.
An Almost Forgotten Jubilee – The 450th Anniversary of the Reformation through the Pages of Romanian Orthodox Press
Authors: Boicu Dragoş
Published: January 2018

Remembering the events which happened 50 years ago, this paper will attempt to point out the specific way in which the Romanian Orthodox Church reported on the 450th anniversary of the Reformation. By going through the pages of Orthodox ecclesiastical periodicals that reported on this particular moment, a growing focus on the Ecumenical Movement and the dialogue partners of other denominations can be noted, marking a beneficial openness to knowledge and understanding of other Churches.
Matar para vivir. Análisis jurídico penal y criminológico con perspectiva de género de casos de mujeres homicidas De IRIS ROCÍO SANTILLÁN RAMÍREZ, México, UBIJUS, 2016, 415pp.
Authors: Rodríguez Luna Ricardo
Published: January 2018

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El Tribunal Novohispano de la Acordada protector del orden rural colonial
Authors: Granados Macías Claudio Antonio
Published: January 2018

El Tribunal de la Acordada se constituye como uno de los tribunales especiales de Nueva España, cuyo propósito fue combatir la delincuencia rural en el vasto territorio del virreinato, su creación se produce a inicios del siglo XVIII cuando todavía no se concluía el proceso de expansión y poblamiento del país, sin embargo, muy pronto se constituiría en el primer esfuerzo por crear una fuerza policial y jurisdiccional en materia criminal para el territorio. Con el auxilio de la microhistoria pretendemos dar a conocer en este trabajo los muy escasos asuntos que se encuentran resguardados en el Archivo General de la Nación en torno de la actuación de la Acordada en el territorio de la Alcaldía Mayor de Aguascalientes así como la actuación de la justicia local en auxilio del tribunal.
Límites del ejercicio del derecho indígena desde la perspectiva del Estado Constitucional de derecho
Authors: Albarrán García Isis Nevai
Published: January 2018

El Estado, como formalización jurídica del pacto político, surge para proteger a sus habitantes de la violencia ejercida por otros individuos o grupos más fuertes. El fortalecimiento de las democracias contemporáneas se encuentra íntimamente vinculado a la incorporación de los derechos fundamentales, cuyo concepto corresponde a la visión de la sociedad occidental y no siempre es compatible con la cosmovisión de los pueblos originarios, lo que genera gran parte de las limitaciones impuestas por el Estado que les impiden ejercer sus propios sistemas jurídicos, a pesar de ser uno de los principales postulados de los derechos humanos el respeto a su identidad cultural y sobre todo una característica fundamental de un Estado democrático la existencia de políticas incluyentes que satisfagan las demandas de todos sus ciudadanos respetando sus diferencias.
El flujo de los derechos humanos
Authors: Herrendorf Daniel E.
Published: January 2018

Se analiza la evolución de los derechos humanos, partiendo del análisis de los escenarios sociales de los últimos cincuenta años para tratar de entender por qué, a pesar de la gran evolución de los derechos humanos el panorama actual es tan poco alentador y sigue siendo prioritario para la agenda política mundial estimular el desarrollo económico de las grandes potencias socavando los derechos de los más vulnerables.
Effects on Volume Load and Ratings of Perceived Exertion in Individuals' Advanced Weight Training After Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation
Authors: Lattari Eduardo , Rosa Filho Blair José , Fonseca Junior Sidnei Jorge , Murillo-Rodriguez Eric , Rocha Nuno , Machado Sérgio , Maranhão Neto Geraldo Albuquerque
Published: January 2018

Lattari, E, Rosa Filho, BJ, Fonseca Junior, SJ, Murillo-Rodriguez, E, Rocha, N, Machado, S, and Maranhão Neto, GA. Effects on volume load and ratings of perceived exertion in individuals' advanced weight training after transcranial direct current stimulation. J Strength Cond Res 34(1): 89–96, 2020—The aim of this study was investigate the effects of transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) on volume load and ratings of perceived exertion. Fifteen young healthy individuals, aged between 20 and 30 years in advanced strength training were recruited. Test and retest of the 10 maximum repetitions (10RM) were performed to determine the reliability of load used. Subjects performed 3 experimental conditions in a randomized, double-blinded crossover design: anodic stimulation (a-tDCS), cathodic stimulation (c-tDCS), and sham (2 mA for 20 minutes targeting the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex left). Immediately after the experimental conditions, subjects completed 1 set of maximum repetitions with 10RM load (volume load) and answered to OMNI-RES (poststimulation) (level of significance p ≤ 0.05). The volume load showed main effect for condition (F
(2, 28) = 164.801; p < 0.001). In poststimulation, a-tDCS was greater than c-tDCS (p ≤ 0.001) and sham (p ≤ 0.001). For ratings of perceived exertion (OMNI-RES), the results showed main effect for condition (F
(2, 28) = 9.768; p ≤ 0.05). In poststimulation, c-tDCS was greater than a-tDCS (p ≤ 0.05) and sham (p ≤ 0.05). We conclude that the use of a-tDCS may promote increase in volume load for the LP45 exercise. Moreover, higher volume loads are necessary to maximize muscle strength and anabolism.
Distortion and Western Music Chord Processing
Authors: Virtala Paula , Huotilainen Minna , Lilja Esa , Ojala Juha , Tervaniemi Mari
Published: January 2018

Guitar distortion used in rock music modifies a chord so that new frequencies appear in its harmonic structure. A distorted dyad (power chord) has a special role in heavy metal music due to its harmonics that create a major third interval, making it similar to a major chord. We investigated how distortion affects cortical auditory processing of chords in musicians and nonmusicians. Electric guitar chords with or without distortion and with or without the interval of the major third (i.e., triads or dyads) were presented in an oddball design where one of them served as a repeating standard stimulus and others served as occasional deviants. This enabled the recording of event-related potentials (ERPs) of the electroencephalogram (EEG) related to deviance processing (the mismatch negativity MMN and the attention-related P3a component) in an ignore condition. MMN and P3a responses were elicited in most paradigms. Distorted chords in a nondistorted context only elicited early P3a responses. However, the power chord did not demonstrate a special role in the level of the ERPs. Earlier and larger MMN and P3a responses were elicited when distortion was modified compared to when only harmony (triad vs. dyad) was modified between standards and deviants. The MMN responses were largest when distortion and harmony deviated simultaneously. Musicians demonstrated larger P3a responses than nonmusicians. The results suggest mostly independent cortical auditory processing of distortion and harmony in Western individuals, and facilitated chord change processing in musicians compared to nonmusicians. While distortion has been used in heavy rock music for decades, this study is among the first ones to shed light on its cortical basis.
Business cycles synchronisation between the EU-15 and selected Eastern European Countries – The wavelet coherence approach
Authors: Njegić Jovan , Živkov Dejan , Damnjanović Jelena
Published: January 2018

This paper strives to investigate the level of business cycles synchronisation between 8 Central and Eastern European Countries (CEEC) and the EU-15. We use wavelet coherence and phase difference methodology as a very suitable tool that observes simultaneously the strength of business cycles’ co-movement in the aspect of time as well as in the aspect of frequency. The results indicate that the business cycles of CEECs are generally synchronised with the EU-15 business cycles, whereas distinct differences existed before, during, and after the financial crisis (2008–2009) and during the European sovereign debt crisis (2010–2011). In other words, we demonstrate that very strong business cycles synchronisation occurred in almost all CEECs during crisis periods and at higher wavelet scales, while only moderate synchronisation is recorded in relatively tranquil periods at higher frequencies. The results suggest that smaller CEECs, but also larger countries such as the Czech Republic, Hungary, and to some extent Slovakia as well have a higher level of business cycles synchronisation with the EU-15, particularly in the crisis period at short-run as well as at long-run fluctuations. However, we do not find strong business cycles co-movement in cases of Poland and Latvia via HP and BP filters at higher frequencies during the crisis, which might indicate a higher resistance of these countries to external systemic shocks.
HIV-Positive Kidney Donor Selection for HIV-Positive Transplant Recipients
Authors: Muller Elmi , Barday Zunaid
Published: January 2018

The risks associated with transplanting HIV-positive kidneys into HIV-positive recipients have not been well studied. Since 2008, 43 kidneys from 25 HIV-positive deceased donors have been transplanted into patients who are HIV positive in Cape Town, South Africa. Among the donors, 19 (76%) died secondary to trauma. The average age for donors was 34 (interquartile range, 19–52) years old. In some donors, only one kidney was used because of a limited number of suitable recipients on the waiting list. Only two donors had been previously exposed to antiretroviral triple therapy. In 23 of the deceased organ donors, the HIV status was not known before the time of death. Initial concerns about transplanting HIV-positive allografts into HIV-positive recipients in this clinic revolved around the possibility of HIV superinfection. However, all recipients remained virally suppressed several years after the transplant. Only one recipient experienced an increased viral load after the transplant, which was related to a period of noncompliance on her medication. After counseling and improved compliance, the viral load decreased and became suppressed again. Herein, we discuss the findings of this study and review the literature available on this crucial topic.
Para além de meras presunções, são os servidores públicos resistentes a mudanças?
Authors: Oliveira Jefferson Menezes de , Estivalete Vania de Fátima Barros , Moura Gilnei Luiz de , Campos Simone Alves Pacheco de
Published: January 2018

A fim de questionar a crença de que os servidores públicos são prevalentemente resistentes à mudança, este artigo teve por objetivo mensurar o nível de resistência a mudanças entre servidores públicos lotados em uma instituição federal de ensino localizada na região sul do Brasil. Para além de meras presunções, buscou-se elucidar os tipos proeminentes de atitudes frente a mudanças por meio de uma survey realizada junto a 207 servidores da instituição. Os resultados da avaliação possibilitaram desmistificar uma visão tradicionalista das organizações públicas, segundo a qual os servidores são taxados de resistentes à mudança. Na instituição pesquisada, observou-se abertura e aceitação à mudança como princípio central. Além disso, o estudo contribuiu para amortecer crenças de que servidores com mais idade são mais resistentes, bem como de que os técnico-administrativos são mais resistentes em relação aos docentes.
A catraca, o pedestal e a praça: no espaço urbano, entre a realização do sentido artístico e a mídia
Authors: Silva Telma Domingues da
Published: January 2018

Este artigo analisa processos de produção de sentido, associados a uma experiência artística na cidade de São Paulo: o "Monumento à Catraca Incisível" (junho/2004). O aparecimento inusitado desse objeto em praça pública deflagrou uma sucessão de textos, atravessando diferentes espaços/formatos que compõem a mídia (como comunicação com o grande público): o noticiário, as tiras de HQ, o texto opinativo, a prova vestibular, a sessão de cartas à Redação do jornal, a fotografia jornalística, o outdoor publicitário... A intensidade crítica do evento mostrou-se, justamente, na capacidade de invasão e ocupação desses espaços de publicidade (pela mídia impressa), na capacidade de revelar os contornos destes como constitutivos do espaço urbano e de não ser por eles absorvido, em uma compreensão já-dada.
Apresentação
Authors: Editorial Equipe
Published: January 2018

Nessa décima terceira publicação de Rua - que se abre como um períodico multidisciplibar que toma a cidade como objeto - reúnem-se quatro artigos que buscam, em materialidades diversas e por diferentes perspectivas teóricas e epistemológicas, tratar o modo como são significados e se significam os sujeitos urbanos em suas mais diversas formas de inscrição no espaço urbano.
Futebol no Brasil: sentidos e formas de torcer
Authors: Hashigutti Simone
Published: January 2018

Neste trabalho, analisam-se aspectos do discurso futebolístico no Brasil que dizem respeito à prática de torcida. O material de pesquisa se constituiu de entrevistas, relatos e materiais presentes em diferentes instâncias virtuais (sítios de relacionamento, jornais online e sítios de torcidas organizadas). Abordam-se, entre outros aspectos, a relação futebol-cidade, o funcionamento das torcidas organizadas e os processos de identificação social.