bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The stone pine, Pinus pinea L., a new highly rewarding host for the invasive Leptoglossus occidentalis
Authors: Farinha Ana O. , Durpoix Charlene , Valente Susana , Sousa Edmundo , Roques Alain , Branco Manuela
Published: December 2018

The invasive seed bugLeptoglossusoccidentalis, a species native to Western North America, is of major concern for the producers of stone pine seeds in the Mediterranean countries. The large size of these edible seeds and their nutritive content may represent a pull factor for the seed bug. Cone and seed traits of three main Mediterranean pine species:P.pinea,P.pinaster, andP.halepensis, were evaluated. Preference trials with cone-bearing branches, individual cones and seeds were conducted to test host preference among the three host species.

Considering the kernel size, stone pine seeds provide 4 to 13 times more reward thanP.pinasterandP.halepensisseeds, respectively, but also needed a greater effort to be reached as measured by coat thickness. Still, the benefit/cost ratio was higher onP.pinea. Individual seeds and cones ofP.pineawere 2 to 3 times more consumed than those of the two other pine species. However, branch preference trials did not reveal any difference in bug visits. Moreover, adults manifested strong group behaviour on branches, frequently dissociating into two persisting groups. The implications of these results forP.pineaproducing areas are discussed.
« À comportement du berger, réponse du mouton » ?
Authors: Beucher Benoît
Published: December 2018

En octobre 2014, un soulèvement populaire a fait tomber un régime, celui du président du Burkina Faso Blaise Compaoré, au pouvoir depuis vingt-sept ans. Bien des analyses ont mis en lumière le rôle qu’y ont joué des organisations de la société civile, des partis d’opposition ou des syndicats. Pour certains observateurs, les tensions internes au parti présidentiel, son délitement, ont été une cause majeure de la chute du président. Nos propres observations sur le terrain nous conduisent à explorer une dimension qui paraît avoir été en partie négligée dans les analyses. En effet, dans cet article, nous souhaitons montrer que cet événement s’inscrit dans le contexte d’une lente réappropriation populaire d’un ethos et d’une éthique nationaux, celui du Burkinabè ou « homme intègre ». Il montre comment cet imaginaire national a été converti par le bas en langage et en mode d’action politiques.
Chronique d’un siège (2)
Authors: Seignobos Christian
Published: December 2018

La chronique des événements de l’année 2017 dément les assertions des gouvernements concernés diagnostiquant la fin prochaine du groupe. Au Nigeria et dans les pays voisins de l’État de Borno, les bandes appelées « Boko Haram » se montrent toujours aussi actives. Les pêcheurs, éleveurs et commerçants qui veulent continuer à vivre du lac Tchad doivent s’en accommoder et profitent parfois du chaos ambiant pour évincer leurs rivaux. De son côté, Boko Haram a dû opérer des choix dans ses alliances locales. Les intérêts des insurgés ont par exemple coïncidé avec ceux des autochtones Buduma : les premiers ont voulu expulser les populations qui refusaient de leur prêter allégeance et de leur payer des taxes, tandis que les seconds se sont saisis de l’occasion pour essayer de chasser les « étrangers » qui avaient accaparé les terres et les pâturages de leurs îles. Au Cameroun, le « mouvement » s’était ancré graduellement dans les départements du Logone-et-Chari qui recouvrent le pays kotoko, et du Mayo-Sava, qui englobe l’ancien royaume du Wandala dans les piémonts des monts Mandara septentrionaux. Il tente actuellement d’échapper, à partir de ses multiples sites de repli, aux interventions de l’armée et de ses supplétifs.
National education as a battlefield. A Restructuring of Imam-Hatip Schools after the July 15th
Authors: Kemal Coşkun Mustafa , Yankaya Dilek
Published: December 2018

Les crises politiques récentes en Turquie ont produit d’importantes mutations dans l’éducation nationale en général et dans l’enseignement religieux en particulier. La manière dont l’AKP a gouverné « la tentative de coup d’Etat » du 15 juillet a provoqué des changements structurels dans l’enseignement scolaire et les activités extrascolaires. La fermeture des écoles affiliées à la communauté de Fethullah Gülen a eu comme corrolaire la consolidation des écoles d’imam-hatip en tant que principaux instruments de commémoration du 15 juillet selon les representations spécifiques qu’en impose le gouvernement AKP. Cet article montre comment ces écoles ont été réorganisées pour assurer la formation des générations de l’après-15 juillet autour de trois formes de loyautés vis-à-vis de l’islam, du parti et de l’Etat.
La surmortalité des jeunes adultes en Suisse : quel rôle joue la vulnérabilité socioéconomique ?
Authors: Remund Adrien
Published: December 2018

Le début de l’âge adulte est souvent caractérisé par une phase de surmortalité. On ignore encore si cette augmentation momentanée du risque de décès est le produit de forces biologiques ou contextuelles, ni si cette menace concerne uniformément tous les individus d’une même cohorte. Grâce à un ensemble de données unique incluant tous les individus vivant en Suisse nés entre 1975 et 1979, des taux différentiels de mortalité par âge de 10 à 34 ans sont calculés. Certains facteurs de risque agissent avec une intensité variable qui suit une évolution similaire à la forme du risque général. Ces résultats suggèrent que les facteurs socioéconomiques de mortalité expliquent au moins en partie la surmortalité des jeunes adultes. La division de la cohorte en plusieurs sous-populations représentant différents niveaux de vulnérabilité montre que si une minorité de jeunes Suisses connaissent cet excès temporaire de mortalité, ce n’est pas le cas pour tous les groupes d’individus. Dans l’ensemble, les résultats indiquent qu’un contexte social favorable compense le stress associé à la transition vers l’âge adulte et permet d’éviter la phase de risque accru de décès durant cette période de la vie.
Le déséquilibre des sexes à la naissance au Vietnam : de la hausse rapide à la stabilisation
Authors: Becquet Valentine , Guilmoto Christophe Z.
Published: December 2018

Le Vietnam est l’un des pays où la proportion de naissances masculines a récemment augmenté en raison des avortements sélectifs selon le sexe. Les données d'état civil exhaustives faisant défaut, nous recourrons à deux méthodes indirectes à partir de l’enquête intercensitaire de 2014 pour suivre les tendances du rapport de masculinité à la naissance (RMN) et estimer les préférences de sexe en matière de fécondité. Ces méthodes fournissent des résultats similaires qui attestent de la poursuite de la hausse du RMN au Vietnam entamée en 2003. Toutefois, les données annuelles du Bureau national de la statistique montrent que la progression du RMN a atteint un plateau en 2014, situé entre 112 et 113 naissances masculines pour 100 naissances féminines, qui apparaît relativement stable jusqu’aux dernières données provisoires disponibles (2017). Cette analyse met en évidence les disparités du RMN, plus déséquilibré dans les régions du Nord et chez les couples les plus aisés, et la diffusion de la sélection prénatale au sein de ces régions et des différents groupes socioéconomiques sur une période de cinq ans. Les probabilités d’agrandissement permettent également d’examiner les différences de comportements reproductifs en montrant que les couples vietnamiens ont tendance à augmenter leur nombre d’enfants lorsqu’ils n’ont pas eu de fils.
Les pratiques d’allaitement des immigrées et des natives en France, à partir de la cohorte Elfe
Authors: Kersuzan Claire , Tichit Christine , Thierry Xavier
Published: December 2018

À l’instar des pays anglo-saxons, les taux d’allaitement à la naissance en France varient de façon importante entre les mères natives (67 %) et les mères immigrées (88 %). À partir des données de l’Étude longitudinale française depuis l’enfance (Elfe), l’objectif de cet article est de décrire les pratiques d’allaitement (initiation et durée) selon l’origine géographique des parents. Le statut migratoire (migrant / non migrant) a davantage d’effet que l’origine migratoire (native avec ascendance migratoire / native sans ascendance migratoire) sur les différences d’allaitement. Quelle que soit leur région de naissance, les mères immigrées allaitent davantage à la naissance et à 6 mois que les natives. Ce sont les immigrées du Maghreb qui allaitent le plus à la maternité (93 %) et celles nées dans un pays d’Afrique subsaharienne qui allaitent le plus à 6 mois (55 %). Avoir un conjoint immigré favorise l’allaitement chez les natives, qu’elles aient ou non une ascendance migratoire. En revanche, la mixité de l’union modifie peu les pratiques d’allaitement des immigrées. L’association entre l’origine étrangère des mères et l’allaitement s’atténue néanmoins dès la deuxième génération. Les descendantes africaines issues d’une union endogame allaitent un peu plus à la naissance.
Vitruve à Thélème. Rabelais lecteur du De architectura
Authors: Séguin-Brault Olivier
Published: December 2018

Cet article s’intéresse à la réception du De architectura dans l’œuvre de Rabelais, de la description de l’abbaye de Thélème dans le Gargantua à la première traduction française d’un passage de la « bible de l’architecture » dans le Tiers livre . À Thélème, l’application et le détournement des prescriptions de Vitruve participent de la création de principes alternatifs et témoignent de la maîtrise du corpus vitruvien par l’éditeur d’une topographie de la Rome antique.
De la translation à la traduction à la lumière de la translatio imperii
Authors: Gutbub Christophe
Published: December 2018

Dans le vocabulaire de la traduction, le passage de la  translation  au terme actuel s’opère progressivement depuis le début du xv e jusqu’à la fin du xvi e siècle, d’abord en Italie, puis en France depuis le début du xvi e siècle. Le phénomène est complexe, et doit être examiné davantage dans la manière de penser un transfert ou un passage en général, dans des domaines très variés, que dans l’appréhension de la seule traduction. Le modèle de la  translatio imperii  offre un discours élaboré de manière explicite au moyen âge, qui s’appuie notamment sur un fondement théologique, tandis que c’est seulement peu à peu que le vocabulaire de la traduction s’oriente, en réduisant leur nombre, vers des termes techniques. En même temps se précise avec la traduction, de Bruni à Du Bellay, une idée de la langue. Au terme de ce parcours peuvent être proposées deux définitions : la translation est le transfert de ce qui est légitimement transférable ; la traduction est une œuvre qui, comme telle, et dans la conscience des réalités linguistiques, s’affranchit dans une certaine mesure d’un original dont elle se sait pourtant dépendante.
Eczema-protective probiotic alters infant gut microbiome functional capacity but not composition: sub-sample analysis from a RCT
Authors: Murphy R. , Morgan X.C. , Wang X.Y. , Wickens K. , Purdie G. , Fitzharris P. , Otal A. , Lawley B. , Stanley T. , Barthow C. , Crane J. , Mitchell E.A. , Tannock G.W.
Published: December 2018

Probiotic Lactobacillus rhamnosus HN001 given in early life has been shown to reduce infant eczema risk, but its effect on gut microbiota development has not been quantitatively and functionally examined. The aim of this study was to investigate the impact of early life probiotic exposure on the composition and functional capacity of infant gut microbiota from birth to 2 years considering the effects of age, delivery mode, antibiotics, pets and eczema. We performed shotgun metagenomic sequencing analysis of 650 infant faecal samples, collected at birth, 3, 12, and 24 months, as part of a randomised, controlled, 3-arm trial assessing the effect of L. rhamnosus HN001, Bifidobacterium animalis subsp. lactis HN019 supplementation on eczema development in 474 infants. There was a 50% reduced eczema risk in the HN001 probiotic group compared to placebo. Both mothers (from 35 weeks gestation until 6 months post-partum if breastfeeding) and infants (from birth to 2 years) received either a placebo or one of two probiotics, L. rhamnosus HN001 (6×109 cfu), or B. animalis subsp. lactis HN019 (9×109 cfu). L. rhamnosus HN001 probiotic supplementation was associated with increased overall glycerol-3 phosphate transport capacity and enrichment of L. rhamnosus. There were no other significant changes in infant gut microbiota composition or diversity. Increased capacity to transport glycerol-3-phosphate was positively correlated with relative abundance of L. rhamnosus. Children who developed eczema had gut microbiota with increased capacity for glycosaminoglycan degradation and flagellum assembly but had no significant differences in microbiota composition or diversity. Early life HN001 probiotic use is associated with both increased L. rhamnosus and increased infant gut microbiota functional capacity to transport glycerol-3 phosphate. The mechanistic relationship of such functional alteration in gut microbiota with reduced eczema risk and long-term health merits further investigation.
Interface Corneal Edema Secondary to Steroid-induced Elevation of Intraocular Pressure Simulating Diffuse Lamellar Keratitis
Authors: Galal Ahmed , Artola Alberto , Belda Jose , Rodriguez-Prats Jose , Claramonte Pascual , Sánchez Antonio , Ruiz-Moreno Oscar , Merayo Jesús , Alió Jorge
Published: December 2018

ABSTRACT

PURPOSE: To describe interface corneal edema secondary to steroid-induced elevation of intraocular pressure (IOP) following LASIK.

METHODS: Retrospective observational case series. Diffuse interface edema secondary to steroid-induced elevation of IOP was observed after LASIK simulating diffuse lamellar keratitis (DLK) in 13 eyes. Mean patient age was 31.4±5.3 years. Patients were divided into two groups according to provisional misdiagnosis: DLK group (group 1) comprised 11 eyes and infection group (group 2) comprised 2 eyes (microbial keratitis). Mean follow-up was 8.1±0.5 weeks.

RESULTS: In the DLK group, typical diffuse haze was confined to the interface and extended to the visual axis, impairing vision in all eyes. Provisional diagnosis was late-onset DLK and topical steroids were started. Repeat examination showed elevated IOP as measured at the corneal center and periphery using applanation tonometry (mean 19.1 mmHg and 39.5 mmHg, respectively), causing interface edema with evident interface fluid pockets. Steroids were stopped and topical anti-glaucoma therapy was started. The interface edema decreased and at the end of follow-up the corneal transparency was restored and IOP dropped to normal values. The infection group demonstrated a microbial keratitis-like reaction and underwent flap lifting and interface wound debridement and biopsy with administration of fortified antibiotics and steroids. After elevated IOP was detected, steroids and antibiotics were stopped and topical anti-glaucoma therapy was started, resulting in the resolution of the interface edema.

CONCLUSIONS: Interface fluid syndrome secondary to steroid-induced elevation of IOP might develop in steroid responders after LASIK with a misleading clinical picture simulating DLK or infectious keratitis. Management includes stopping topical steroids and starting topical antiglaucoma therapy. [J Refract Surg. 2006;22:441-447.]
One-year Outcomes of a Bilateral Randomized Prospective Clinical Trial Comparing Laser Subepithelial Keratomileusis and Photorefractive Keratectomy
Authors: Pirouzian Amir , Thornton Jennifer , Ngo Sieu
Published: December 2018

ABSTRACT

PURPOSE: To compare laser subepithelial keratomileusis (LASEK) and photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) in different eyes of the same patients in terms of visual acuity, refractive error, and complications over 1 year.

METHODS: This prospective, randomized, double-masked study comprised 30 active-duty military personnel with myopia who underwent LASEK in one eye and PRK in the other eye.

RESULTS: Twenty-eight patients' results were available for 1-year follow-up. The primary outcome measures were visual acuity and refractive error. The mean visual acuity for the LASEK group was 1.56 and 1.67 for the PRK group (z=-0.18, P=.15). The mean spherical equivalent refraction for the LASEK group was -0.007 D and +0.124 D for the PRK group (t=0.982, P=40). No significant differences were noted in visual acuity or refractive error in the eyes that had LASEK versus the eyes that had PRK.

CONCLUSIONS: After 1-year follow-up, LASEK and PRK show similar levels of visual acuity and refractive error. [J Refract Surg. 2006;22:575-579.]
Macular Choroidal Neovascularization in Myopic Eyes After Phakic Intraocular Lens Implantation
Authors: Ruiz-Moreno José Ma , Montero Javier A , de la Vega Concepción , Alió Jorge L , Zapater Pedro
Published: December 2018

ABSTRACT

PURPOSE: To analyze the development and characteristics of choroidal neovascularization in highly myopic patients corrected by the implantation of phakic intraocular lenses (PIOLs).

METHODS: This retrospective, noncomparative interventional case series studied the development of choroidal neovascularization in 522 consecutive highly myopic eyes (spherical equivalent refraction > -6.00 diopters [D] and/or axial length >26 mm) (323 patients) corrected by the implantation of PIOLs, the treatment performed, and the results obtained. Parameters evaluated were best spectacle-corrected visual acuity (BSCVA) before and after treatment of choroidal neovascularization, and the interval between refractive surgery and the development of choroidal neovascularization.

RESULTS: Follow-up ranged from 12 to 145 months (mean: 60.4 ± 39.1 months). In 12 (2.29%) eyes, choroidal neovascularization developed after PIOL implantation at a mean interval time of 33.7 ± 29.6 months (range: 1 to 87 months). Using Kaplan-Meier analysis, the risk of choroidal neovascularization in patients with high myopia corrected by PIOL implantation was 0.57% at 5 months, 0.81% at 18 months, 1.31% at 24 months, and 3.72% at 87 to 145 months. No statistically significant differences were found between patients with and without choroidal neovascularization in the following parameters: axial length [P=.826), age (P=.296), initial BSCVA (P=.085), spherical equivalent refraction (P=.663), and follow-up (P=.955).

CONCLUSIONS: Phakic intraocular lens implantation for the correction of high myopia does not play a role in the development of choroidal neovascularization. [J Refract Surg. 2006;22:689-694.]
Preoperative Characteristics of Patients Undergoing LASIK in 1997 Versus 2004 at One Surgical Eye Center in China
Authors: Yang Yabo , Du Chixin , Sheng Yan , Wu Fang , He Fan , Yao Ke , Dougherty Paul J
Published: December 2018

ABSTRACT

PURPOSE: To compare the preoperative characteristics of LASIK patients undergoing surgery in 1997 versus 2004 at one of the principal eye surgical centers in China.

METHODS: Preoperative data of patients who underwent LASIK in 1997 and 2004 were recorded and retrospectively compared.

RESULTS: In 1997, the mean spherical equivalent refraction of the 824 eyes of 428 patients undergoing LASIK surgery was -7.30+4.65 diopters (D), with a mean patient age of 24. 67 ±6. 76 years. Students represented 45.05% of patients undergoing surgery in 1997. In 2004, the mean spherical equivalent refraction of the 8434 eyes of 4286 patients undergoing LASIK surgery was -6.66+3.31 D, with a mean patient age of 25.20±6.59 years. Students represented >50% of patients undergoing surgery in 2004. There were significant differences in the constitution ratio of occupation and the spherical equivalent refractions between 1997 and 2004 (t= -2.712, χp 2=25.117, respectively, P<.05).

CONCLUSIONS: At our center in China, the majority of LASIK patients are young and have myopia ranging from -3.00 to -10.00 D. Students were much more likely than any other occupation to undergo LASIK. The number of patients undergoing LASIK at our center in China has increased exponentially from 1997 to 2004, with an average annual increase in surgical volume of approximately 40%. [J Refract Surg. 2006;22:703-707.]
Intraocular Lens Power Calculation in High Myopic Eyes With Previous Radial Keratotomy
Authors: Han Eui Seok , Lee Jin Hak
Published: December 2018

ABSTRACT

PURPOSE: To determine an accurate method of intraocular lens (IOL) power calculation in highly myopic eyes with previous radial keratotomy (RK).

METHODS: Five eyes that had undergone RK with preoperative myopia >-14.0 diopters (D) were studied retrospectively. The keratometric values obtained with the clinical history method, contact lens over-refraction method, conventional keratometry, adjusted keratometry, and Orbscan Il were compared to the true keratometric value calculated retrospectively with the SRKyT formula.

RESULTS: The true keratometric value was closest to that from the contact lens over-refraction method in one eye and to the flatter keratometric value between simulated keratometry (Sim K) and the 3-mm diameter central zone mean keratometric value obtained with axial keratometric power map of Orbscan Il in four eyes.

CONCLUSIONS: The flatter keratometric value between Sim K and the 3-mm zone mean keratometric value from Orbscan Il was closest to the true postoperative RK keratometric value of the central cornea. [J Refract Surg. 2006;22:713-716.]
The Effect of Nd:YAG Laser Capsulotomy Size on Refraction and Visual Acuity
Authors: Yilmaz Safiye , Ozdil Mehmet Ali , Bozkir Naci , Maden Ahmet
Published: December 2018

ABSTRACT

PURPOSE: To determine the effect of Nd:YAG laser posterior capsulotomy size on refraction and visual acuity.

METHODS: A total of 128 Pseudophakie eyes (108 patients) were included in this study and divided into two groups by capsulotomy size: 80 eyes had small capsulotomies (<4 mm) without dilating the pupil and 48 eyes had large capsulotomies (>4 mm and <7 mm) after dilating the pupil. Visual acuities and refractive errors were measured preoperatively and 1, 14, 30, and 90 days postoperatively. Results were analyzed statistically.

RESULTS: The change in spherical equivalent refraction was 0.38 ±0.52 diopters (D) in the small capsulotomy group and 0.22 ±0.36 D in the large capsulotomy group. No statistically significant differences were noted in spherical equivalent refraction change (P= .47) or capsulotomy size (P=. 0387) between the two groups.

CONCLUSIONS: The size of posterior capsulotomy does not significantly affect refraction and visual acuity. [J Refract Surg. 2006;22:719-721.]
Use of Peripheral Chatter Lines for Free-flap Alignment During LASIK
Authors: Lee Jae Hwan , Kim Min , Kim Eung Kweon
Published: December 2018

ABSTRACT

PURPOSE: To report a case in which an improperly rotated free flap was successfully repositioned using peripheral chatter lines as a reference.

METHODS: A 30-year-old woman with irregular astigmatism as the result of an improperly rotated free flap during LASIK underwent repositioning of the corneal flap correspondingly along the chatter lines.

RESULTS: Best spectacle-corrected visual acuity improved from 20/100 to 20/20 following the procedure. Corneal topography showed improvement in the astigmatism and the Placido disk pattern.

CONCLUSIONS: When marks on a free flap are obscured during LASIK, periodic chatter lines can be used for realignment if no other landmarks are available. [J Refract Surg. 2006;22:721-723.]
Keratectasia After LASIK But Not After PRK in One Patient
Authors: Javadi Mohammad Ali , Mohammadpour Mehrdad , Rabei Hossein Mohammad
Published: December 2018

ABSTRACT

PURPOSE: To report a case of keratectasia in a patient who underwent LASIK in the right eye and photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) in the left eye for correction of compound myopic astigmatism.

METHODS: A 30-year-old man underwent LASIK in the right eye and PRK in left eye for refraction of -1.75 -1.50 × 48° and -1.00 -1.75 × 100°, respectively. Preoperative corneal thickness was 447 µm in the right eye and 446 µm in the left eye.

RESULTS: Postoperative corneal thickness decreased to 341 µm? and 384 µm in the right and left eye, respectively. Uncorrected visual acuity in the left eye was 20/20, but the right eye developed keratectasia, which led to severe visual loss (20/400).

CONCLUSIONS: Photorefractive keratectomy may be better than LASIK for ablative refractive surgery for low myopic astigmatism in eyes with low central corneal thickness. [J Refract Surg. 2006;22:817-820.]
Análisis clúster: un primer paso sobre técnicas cuantitativas en Arqueología de la Arquitectura
Authors: Azkarate Agustín , García-Gómez Ismael , Mesanza-Moraza Amaia
Published: December 2018

La propuesta que se hace en este artículo parte del convencimiento de que existen ciertos métodos de análisis en arqueología que podrían mejorar notablemente si incorporaran las técnicas cuantitativas; uno de esos métodos es sin duda el de la lectura estratigráfica de alzados. A lo largo de estas líneas expondremos cual es nuestro bagaje al respecto, haciendo un breve recorrido que, si bien partirá de los primeros experimentos más intuitivos, se centrará prioritariamente en nuestros últimos ensayos de carácter matemático-estadístico. En el texto se apreciará cómo estamos experimentando con métodos de captura masiva de información geométrica que después, mediante programación, sometemos a una minería de datos basada en el empleo de algoritmos propios de las técnicas de análisis multivariante. Aportamos finalmente nuestra reflexión sobre un futuro en el que prevemos que la lectura estratigráfica de alzados alcanzará un grado de automatización muy próximo a los sistemas expertos y la inteligencia artificial.
Construir con ladrillo en la periferia de al-Ándalus hacia el año 1000. La actividad fronteriza califal y la “mampostería encintada cajeada"
Authors: Daza Pardo Enrique
Published: December 2018

El presente trabajo pretende acercarse al uso del ladrillo en construcción en el centro peninsular, a ambos lados del Sistema Central, a través del estudio de varios edificios construidos con una mampostería mixta particular denominada “aparejo encintado cajeado”. Tras el análisis de cada uno de los edificios reconocidos, este estudio pone de manifiesto que se trata de un grupo constructivo ciertamente homogéneo y cohesionado, orientado a la construcción de edificios de diversa tipología, no solo fortificaciones, donde los materiales empleados y las técnicas desarrolladas son similares entre sí en composición y métrica, cercanos a las formas toledanas altomedievales. Todo esto lleva a plantear que ha sido posibilitado por una acción foránea, pudiendo estar relacionado con un efímero proceso colonizador cordobés efectuado a finales del siglo X.
A Logical Path From Neural Ensemble Formation to Cognition With Mind-Light-Matter Unification
Authors: Zhang Wen-Ran
Published: December 2018

Based on a geometrical and logical unification of mind, light, and matter, a revision of Laozi is proposed and a logical path is identified from neural ensemble formation to cognition. Mind-matter or mind-body unification has been a longstanding impasse in philosophy and science hindering the advancement of biophysics, quantum biology, neuroscience, human level AI, and cognitive informatics. However, this article shows that such a unification can be reached logically. To achieve the goal, the eternal Dao is told as the Being of revealing with a formal YinYang logic. It is illustrated with computer simulation that neural ensembles can form a causal network for cognition with information conservation. It is suggested that if the theory is confirmed, the search for mind-body unification will reach a major milestone on the eternal Dao toward a better understanding of the nature of human intelligence and mental health. This work leads to a number of predictions in science philosophy.
Acceptance of Information and Communication Technologies in Education
Authors: Sun Siwei , Xiong Chang , Chang Victor
Published: December 2018

This article explores the influential factors of acceptance of information communication technologies in high educational institutes. using intentions of the mobile educational information system. Based on available adoption models and theories, a research model was proposed and the data from the 250 questionnaires of Chinese students from Chinese and overseas colleges was analyzed by a quantitative method (PLS-SEM method), indicating several factors influencing the use of mobile educational apps. This study was conducted to check the possible changes in these influential factors because some authors pointed out that there might be some possible differences in different countries, fields and types of IT. The results show that student status quo bias will reduce their motivation in using mobile educational apps; their perceived task-technology fit will positively influence their perceived usefulness and perceived ease of use; and students' perceived descriptive norms of using mobile apps will positively affect their adoption intentions. The study verifies the validity of technology acceptance model, the perceived task-technology fit in explaining technology using behavior. Additionally, the study examines the effect of status quo bias and the mechanism of how task-technology fitness, social norms and status quo bias influence adoption intentions. Finally, study inspires some new research points from the perspective of demographic variables. The study will also help educators and designers to understand the antecedents of acceptance of mobile educational system and promote the quality of education.
User Acceptance of Emergency and Disaster Response Mobile Application in the Philippines
Authors: Orong Markdy Y. , Hernandez Alexander A.
Published: December 2018

Emergency and disaster situations continue to rise in all parts of the world, especially in the most risk-prone countries such as the Philippines. However, emergency and disaster response applications in a smartphone in the Philippines are underrepresented in literature. This study measures the acceptance level of the recently launched emergency and disaster response applications in a smartphone for citizens, through a survey conducted based on the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Used of Technology model. Results show that the majority of the respondents were female who belong to age 18-23 years old. Most of the respondents do not know about the emergency and disaster response application and its capability. However, the majority of the respondents are willing to use the emergency and disaster response application and are motivated to share the capabilities of the application with their families and friends. Most of the respondents are learning the application for the first time. The correlation results of effort expectancy that influences behavioral intention shows significantly among other indicators that correlate to behavioral intention. Moreover, gender showed a significant influence on the facilitating condition to behavioral intention. On the other hand, age does not show significant influence on facilitating condition, social influence, effort expectancy and facilitating condition to the behavioral intention of use. Thus, this work offers research and practical implications for developing countries, and other economies.
Remaining Facebook versus Face-to-Face Friends after a Romantic Breakup
Authors: Medeiros Dylan T , Webb Lynne M
Published: December 2018

The study queried whether the relational characteristics that influence individuals to remain face-to-face friends with former romantic partners following a break up also impact the decisions to remain Facebook “friends” with former romantic partners. The sample included over 300 young adults who met two criteria: They maintained an active Facebook account and reported a pre-marital, romantic break-up. The results revealed that the variables that impact post-dissolution friendship decisions of former romantic partners in the face-to-face context (quantity of relational investments, relational satisfaction, and relational disengagement strategies) do not impact former romantic partners' decisions to maintain or dissolve Facebook friendships. These results provide evidence that romantic partners may experience different relational motivations and dynamics in online versus off-line venues.
Scalability and Performance Analysis of SIP based Multimedia Services over Mission Critical Communication Systems
Authors: Ali Ashraf A. , Al-Begain Khalid , Ware Andrew
Published: December 2018

Various studies have suggested enhancing the performance of large-scale systems, such as mission critical communication systems (MCCSs). However, few have modelled and evaluated the performance of such systems in a way that targets overall system performance in real time. Moreover, it is not enough to define the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for a system without using them for system performance measurement and performance evaluation. The Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) and IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) both have a set of KPIs, such as the registration process delay, that can be used to measure and thus optimize overall system performance. This article articulates different options for system simulation and evaluation. The registration process affects performance and reflects the overall system performance. The article shows how the registration process is delayed and how the overall system scalability are negatively impacted by system overload.
Security Model of Internet of Things Based on Binary Wavelet and Sparse Neural Network
Authors: Wang Zhihui , Yang Jingjing , Guo Benzhen , Cheng Xiaochun
Published: December 2018

At present, the internet of things has no standard system architecture. According to the requirements of universal sensing, reliable transmission, intelligent processing and the realization of human, human and the material, real-time communication between objects and things, the internet needs the open, hierarchical, extensible network architecture as the framework. The sensation equipment safe examination platform supports the platform through the open style scene examination to measure the equipment and provides the movement simulated environment, including each kind of movement and network environment and safety management center, turning on application gateway supports. It examines the knowledge library. Under this inspiration, this article proposes the novel security model based on the sparse neural network and wavelet analysis. The experiment indicates that the proposed model performs better compared with the other state-of-the-art algorithms.
Renewable Energy Based Economic Emission Load Dispatch Using Grasshopper Optimization Algorithm
Authors: Hazra Sunanda , Pal Tapas , Roy Provas Kumar
Published: December 2018

This article presents an integrated approach towards the economical operation of a hybrid system which consists of conventional thermal generators and renewable energy sources like windmills using a grasshopper optimization algorithm (GOA). This is based on the social interaction nature of the grasshopper, considering a carbon tax on the emissions from the thermal unit and uncertainty in wind power availability. The Weibull distribution is used for nonlinearity of wind power availability. A standard system, containing six thermal units and two wind farms, is used for testing the dispatch model of three different loads. The GOA results are compared with those obtained using a recently developed quantum-inspired particle swarm optimization (QPSO) optimization technique available in the literature. The simulation results demonstrate the efficacy and ability of GOA over the QPSO algorithm in terms of convergence rate and minimum fitness value. Performance analysis under wind power integration and emission minimization further confirms the supremacy of the GOA algorithm.
A Model for Self-Adaptive Routing Optimization in Mobile Ad-Hoc Network
Authors: Solomon Akinboro A. , Olusesi Ayobami Taiwo
Published: December 2018

This study designs, simulates and assesses the performance of a Self-Adaptive Partitioned Particle Swarm Optimization (SAP-PSO) routing model in a MANET. The model automatically groups nodes into partitions and obtains the local best for each partition. The local best for each partition communicates with each other to form the global best. The model was simulated and benchmarked with the Traditional PSO (T-PSO) and the Ant Colony Optimization (ACO) using global best and computational time as performance metrics. Simulation results showed that the T-PSO and SAP-PSO does not have any significant difference in performance when there is no intermediate node on the network. The T-PSO outperformed both ACO and SAP-PSO models when intermediate nodes on the network were few. When a large number of intermediate nodes are present on the network, the proposed SAP-PSO performed better than PSO and ACO. This makes SAP-PSO a better routing optimization when large numbers of intermediate nodes are on the network and the search space is complex.
The Synthesis of Cationic Gelatin Derivative and its Effect on the Swelling of Sodium Bentonite
Authors: Li Xin Liang , Jiang Guan Cheng
Published: December 2018

In this study, a cationic gelatin derivative (denoted as GCTA) was synthesized and its effect on the swelling of sodium bentonite (Na-BT) was investigated. The inhibitive properties of GCTA were evaluated through linear swelling test and hot-rolling recovery test. Results suggested that GCTA displayed better inhibitive ability than KCl and polyether amine (PEA). The underlying inhibitive mechanisms were also investigated by measuring interlayer spacing through X-ray diffraction, observing shale cuttings through scanning electron microscope and measuring the change of zeta potential of Na-BT dispersion. GCTA could strongly adsorb on the surface of clay particles and coat the particles. Meanwhile, the molecules entered the interlayer space, expelled water and decreased the interlayer spacing. This study can provide new insights into the design of environmentally friendly and highly effective clay inhibitors for water-based drilling fluids.
Strength of Axially Loaded Concrete Filled Steel Tube Elements of Self-Stressing Concrete
Authors: Krishan Anatoly L. , Astafyeva Maria A. , Chernyshova Elvira P.
Published: December 2018

This work is dedicated to an experimental research of strength and resistance characteristics of axially loaded concrete filled steel tube elements of self-stressing concrete, including high-performance concrete. Labcrete specimens of circular section 112 mm in diameter and 1000 mm in length were used in experiments. The research shows that the use of self-stressing concrete increased the strength of the specimens by approximately 10%, and enhanced elastic behavior limit by 20-33%. In the course of testing self-stressing concrete specimens, registered longitudinal deformations were within 0.52-0.75%. Analysis of the obtained results indicates a significantly greater case effect in the pre-stressed specimens. This effect is somewhat less pronounced in high-performance concrete specimens, yet still prominent.
The Characteristic of Two-Phase Flow Pattern on Air-Water Countercurrent Flow in Vertical Pipe
Authors: Sukamta  , Firdaus Reza Ali , Thoharudin
Published: December 2018

Two-phase flow is widely encountered in several engineering and industrial facilities. The purpose of this study is to investigate the characteristic of slug countercurrent flow pattern in a vertical small diameter pipe. An experimental investigation in this study has been performed toward a transparent tube of 19 mm diameter (outside diameter 22 mm, length 200 mm), water and air as the liquid and gas fluid in the vertical pipe followed by taking a picture of flow pattern in the transparent pipe using the high-speed camera. Two differential pressure sensors were set in transparent tube in order to receive slug countercurrent flow rate associated with the acquisition data as media to record data and then displayed on the screen. The two-phase flow was always preceded by the instability of flow rate and bubbles appearance. It occurred after the steady flow data acquisition rate was turned on for recording the differential pressure. The result showed that the flow pattern characteristic of two-phase flow (air-water) in the vertical pipe caused by the superficial velocity of air.
Performance Monitoring of Wood Construction Materials by Means of Integrated Sensors
Authors: Rotilio Marianna , Pantoli Leonardo , Muttillo Mirco , Annibaldi Valeria
Published: December 2018

The use of natural materials for constructions, such as wood, makes it possible to respond to sustainability issues. However, due to its nature, it has problems of durability, as it is easily degradable. For this reason this research has developed a methodology aimed at defining an action strategy to monitor the behavior of wood elements. This methodology was verified in a case study where an innovative sensing and monitoring system conceived and optimized for modern wooden structures was introduced. It is organized with a control unit and sensing nodes that can be arranged freely. This architecture allows to provide continuous information about inside and outside ambient temperatures, moisture conditions and tri-axis inclination of structural elements. It is an innovative automatic monitor system that can be easily integrated to carry out a continuous analysis of the structural and environmental parameters of wooden buildings.
Scaling of Minor Hysteresis Loops in Soft Magnetic Amorphous Alloy
Authors: Tsepelev Vladimir , Starodubtsev Yuri , Tsepeleva Nadezhda , Wu Kai Ming , Zhang Ke Lin , Huang Meng Qi
Published: December 2018

Scaling of minor hysteresis loops in the amorphous alloy Co66Fe3Cr3Si15B13with a very high initial permeability (more than 150000) and low coercivity (about 0.1 А/m) has been studied. In weak magnetic fields and in the region of maximal growth of permeability a similarity of minor loops was detected. Analytical expressions for hysteresis losses are derived which provide a good accordance of calculations with the results of measurements.
Effects of Process Parameters on the Shape Changes of a Micro Cementite Band during Macro Drawing of a Pearlitic Steel Wire
Authors: Lee Yong Sin
Published: December 2018

This paper is concerned with the effects of process parameters on the shape changes of a micro cementite band in wire drawing of pearlitic steel. Two process parameters, an initial orientation of cementite band and its location, are chosen. In this study, a macro deformation behavior at a material point in macro wire drawing of pearlitic steel is represented by an averaged behavior of a unit model. This unit model is simulated by a micro finite element analysis, while a macro wire drawing of pearlitic steel is simulated by finite element method at a continuum scale. The shape changes of a cementite band would be traced, by solving the unit problem with the changes of boundary conditions corresponding to the macro deformation behaviors of material points along a particle path. The predicted shapes of cementite bands are compared to those by the experiments reported in the literature. Qualitative comparisons between the current predictions and experiments verify the proposed method. Effects of an initial orientation of cementite band and its location on its shpae changes are presented. It was also noted that the most micro deformation in a unit model occurs in the deformation zone.
GM-CSF Administration Improves Defects in Innate Immunity and Sepsis Survival in Obese Diabetic Mice
Authors: Frydrych Lynn M. , Bian Guowu , Fattahi Fatemeh , Morris Susan B. , O’Rourke Robert W. , Lumeng Carey N. , Kunkel Steven L. , Ward Peter A. , Delano Matthew J.
Published: December 2018

Sepsis is the leading cause of death in the intensive care unit with an overall mortality rate of 20%. Individuals who are obese and have type 2 diabetes have increased recurrent, chronic, nosocomial infections that worsen the long-term morbidity and mortality from sepsis. Additionally, animal models of sepsis have shown that obese, diabetic mice have lower survival rates compared with nondiabetic mice. Neutrophils are essential for eradication of bacteria, prevention of infectious complications, and sepsis survival. In diabetic states, there is a reduction in neutrophil chemotaxis, phagocytosis, and reactive oxygen species (ROS) generation; however, few studies have investigated the extent to which these deficits compromise infection eradication and mortality. Using a cecal ligation and puncture model of sepsis in lean and in diet-induced obese mice, we demonstrate that obese diabetic mice have decreased “emergency hematopoiesis” after an acute infection. Additionally, both neutrophils and monocytes in obese, diabetic mice have functional defects, with decreased phagocytic ability and a decreased capacity to generate ROS. Neutrophils isolated from obese diabetic mice have decreased transcripts of Axl and Mertk, which partially explains the phagocytic dysfunction. Furthermore, we found that exogenous GM-CSF administration improves sepsis survival through enhanced neutrophil and monocytes phagocytosis and ROS generation abilities in obese, diabetic mice with sepsis.
A new species of Teratolytta from Iran, with an updated identification key to the males of this genus (Coleoptera: Meloidae)
Authors: Serri Sayeh , Bologna Marco A.
Published: December 2018

Teratolytta capillata sp. n., the southernmost representative of the section I of this genus, is described, figured and the diagnostic characters within T. carlae group are listed. An updated identification key to the males of Teratolytta species is also provided.
Assessment of adverse drug reactions in the home management of malaria cases of children under 5 years using artemisinin-based combination therapy in Mfou health district, Center region of Cameroon
Authors: Bahina Louis Essengue , Youmba Christian Jean , Mabvouna Rodrigue Biguioh , Sobngwi Joëlle
Published: December 2018

health concerns in Cameroon. Its treatment is frequently initiated at home, most often with street drugs. The home management of malaria cases entails the prescription of Artemisinin-based combination (ACTs) as first-line therapy for treatment of uncomplicated malaria after having confirmed the malaria case using rapid diagnostic tests. But induced adverse reactions of this therapy are not well known in Cameroon. Thus, a prospective, observational, cohort study of adverse events associated with ACTs was conducted from January 2013 to November 2013 in the health district of Mfou. Children under 5 years receiving ACTs for malaria treatment at home were enrolled. Suspected ADRs and other clinical events were recorded. Data were managed and analysed using Epi Info version 3.5.3 and Statistical Package for Social Sciences, statistical software version 20. Of the 479 children investigated, 56.8% (n=272/479) were males, the age group 25-59 months (49.5%; n=237/479) was most represented, 27.1% (n=130/479) had experienced one form of ADRs, male children (56.2%; n=73/130) and the age group 25-59 months (50.8%; n=66/130) were most affected. No significant association was found between age, sex and incidence of adverse ACTs reactions. The main experienced ACTs reactions were tiredness (43.1%; n=56/130) followed by lack of appetite (24.6%; n=32/130). The incidence ACTs ARDs was found to be relatively low and tolerable. Home management of malaria cases using ACTs should be encouraged and community members should be trained to improve the recognizing and reporting of adverse effects.