bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Size perception biases are temporally stable and vary consistently between visual field meridians
Authors: Schwarzkopf D. Samuel
Published: February 2019

The apparent size of visual stimuli depends on where in the visual field they appear. I recently presented a model of how size perception could be biased by stimulus encoding in retinotopic cortex. However, it remains unclear if such biases are related to general discrimination ability and if they are temporally stable. Moreover, an independent test of the model assumptions is still outstanding. Here I present two experiments to address these issues. Experiment 1 shows that perceptual biases are stable across stimulus durations between 50-1000 ms, even though discrimination ability increases with stimulus duration. Experiment 2 demonstrates that perceptual biases are stronger along the vertical than the horizontal meridian, which mirrors recently reported differences in positional tuning. Taken together, these findings support the predictions of our model of how size is inferred from visual cortical responses.
Metaphorical Expressions in the Songs by My Chemical Romance: A Semantic Analysis
Authors: Rajeg Gede Primahadi Wijaya
Published: February 2019

An undergraduate research thesis required for the degree of Bachelor of Arts completed in April 2009 at the English Department, Udayana University, Indonesia.
Thyroid dysfunction among patients with diabetes mellitus in Kathmandu
Authors: Bhusal Khema Raj , Pokhrel Pratap , Simkhada Rabindra
Published: February 2019

Background: This study was conducted with the objective of studying thyroid dysfunction in patients with diabetes mellitus. Materials & Methods: A total 100 patients consisting of 40males and60females diagnosed as diabeteswere included in the study. Laboratory values of different thyroid parameters were taken. Results: Among the participants 60% were female and 40% were male.Age ranged from 17to 88 years with mean being 55.73 ± 1.62years. Presence of thyroid dysfunction was found in35% of the cases. Subclinical hypothyroidism was found in20%of participants, frank hypothyroidism in10%, subclinical hyperthyroidism in 3% and frank hyperthyroidism in2%. Conclusion: This study showed the high prevalence of thyroid dysfunction in patients with diabetes mellitus. Early testing for thyroid function is very useful to detectdysthyroidism in all diabetic patients
Keywords: diabetes; thyroid dysfunction; subclinical hypothyroidism.
Comparison of Ultrasound Guided Interscalene and Supraclavicular Brachial Plexus Block for Clavicle Fracture Surgery
Authors: Rajbanshi Lalit Kumar , Arjyal Batsalya , Bajracharya Akriti , Khanal Kanak
Published: February 2019

Introduction:The clavicle has dual nerve supply from the brachial plexus and cervical plexus. The interscalene brachial plexus block combined with superior cervical plexus block is frequently used for the clavicle surgery. This study was conducted to compare ineterscalene approach with the supraclavicular approach for brachial plexus block used for clavicle surgery Methodology:This was prospective comparative study conducted for two years in tertiary care hospital. Sixty patients with clavicle fracture with ASA I and II were randomly divided into two equal groups; ISBPB (interscalene approach) and SCBPB (supraclavicular approach). Both of these blocks were combined with superior cervical plexus block.  Ultrasound was used to perform all the blocks. Primary outcome for the comparison was block characteristics, which included sensory and motor block onset, duration, and block satisfaction. The secondary variables used for comparison were analgesic properties and complications. Results: Supraclavicular brachial plexus had rapid onset of sensory and motor block and was statistically significant (P<0.05) as compared to interscalene approach. Similarly, SCBPB had significantly longer duration of sensory block (P=0.003). The duration of motor block was comparable between the blocks. The intraoperative pain score (VAS), requirement of rescue analgesia with in 24 hours of surgery and complications related with the procedures were comparable between the two groups. Majority of the patients were satisfied with either of the approach for brachial plexus block. Conclusion: Supraclavicular brachial plexus block combined with superior cervical plexus block provided equally effective and adequate anesthesia and analgesia for clavicle surgery with comparable complications as compared to interscalene approach.
Neural Tube Defects: A case report
Authors: Gautam Bishnu
Published: February 2019

Neural tube defect is rare congenital defect of fetus. I have a case of 13 weeks period of gestation with meningomeyelocele came for termination of pregnancy. The diagnosis was confirmed by ultrasonography. History suggests that patient had previous neural tube defect baby, non-compliance to folic acid supplements. It is concluded that prenatal counseling, adherence to folic acid supplement and regular follow-up can prevent further complication.
Challenges of Canteen Intervention for Diabetes Prevention in the Worksite Set Up of Eastern Nepal
Authors: Pyakurel Prajjwal , Parajuli Hom Bahadur , Gurung Ranjana
Published: February 2019

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Effect of rare earth elements on the microstructure and properties of a die-cast aluminum alloy
Authors: Zhu Ruixiang , Su Yong , Qin Xinyu , Hu Nan , Lu Liangyu
Published: February 2019

The effects of the rare earth elements Ce, La and Sm on the microstructure and mechanical properties of a die-cast aluminum alloy were studied. First, the optimal percentage content of the main elements in the alloy was determined by a single factor and by orthogonal experiments based on the composition range of ADC12 aluminum alloy. The results showed that the optimal percentage content of the main elements in ADC12 die-cast aluminum alloy were 11 wt.-% Si, 2.5 wt.-% Cu, 0.5 wt.-% Mn and 0.3 wt.-% Mg. The tensile strength was 285 MPa and the fracture strain 2.23 %. Then, three rare earth elements of varied contents were added to the above-mentioned aluminum alloy. The tensile strength and elongation of the alloy were increased through the addition of rare earth elements. The comprehensive mechanical property of the alloy was best when Ce, La and Sm levels were at 0.6, 0.4 and 0.2 wt.-%, respectively, in the single factor test. Sm had the largest influence on the comprehensive mechanical properties of the alloy, followed by Ce and La which had the least influence.
ESTUDIO DE LA VARIACIÓN ESTACIONAL DE LA COLUMNA
VERTICAL DE NO2 y O3 ATMOSFÉRICO EN RÍO GALLEGOS,
MEDIANTE UN ESPECTRÓMETRO DE LA RED SAOZ
STUDY OF THE ATMOSPHERIC NO2 AND O3 VERTICAL COLUMN
SEASONAL VARIABILITY AT RÍO GALLEGOS, BY MEANS OF A SAOZ
SPECTROMETER.
Authors: RAPONI M.M. , WOLFRAM E. , SALVADOR J. , GOUTAIL F. , TOCHO J. , QUEL E.
Published: February 2019

The stratospheric ozone (O3) is one of the most important gases in our atmosphere due to its capacity to absorb biologically
harmful solar radiation (called UV-B) that would otherwise arrive to the terrestrial surface producing dangerous effects on
different organisms. On the other hand, the nitrogen dioxide (NO2) is a key trace gas in the ozone photochemical. The
systematic sensing of the concentration of NO2 and other minority gases is essential in order to understand the stratospheric
ozone destruction and formation processes. In this work we present the study carried out on the seasonal variation of the
atmospheric O3 and NO2 vertical column concentration, using a SAOZ spectrometer (System d' Analyse par Observation
Zenitale) belonging to the Service d'Aéronomie (Centre National de Recherche Scientifique, France), located in Río
Gallegos, Santa Cruz province (51º 36’ S, 69º 19’ W), in the CEILAP-RG remote sensing station. We analyze the correlation
between the O3 and NO2 concentration and study the behavior of these gases in ozone hole situation. Likewise, we compare
the ground-based measurement with those coming from the OMI/AURA (Ozone Monitoring Instrument, AURA satellite)
ENSEÑANDO RADIOECOLOGÍA: MEDICIÓN DE LA RADIACIÓN
GAMMA NATURAL EN AMBIENTES DE LA PROVINCIA DE SAN LUIS
TEACHING RADIOECOLOGY: MEASUREMENT OF THE NATURAL
GAMMA RADIATION IN ENVIRONMENTS OF SAN LUIS PROVINCE
Authors: Rizzotto M. G. , Anjos R. M. , Estellita L. , Sosa Flores C. , Debans J. M. , Gutierrez G. A. , Claros Figueroa M. A.
Published: February 2019

The study of environmental radioactivity is a topic not usually included in physics courses at the secondary and
even university levels. Consequently, students are not able to properly discuss the effects of exposure to
terrestrial gamma radiation. This paper proposes to approach the issue of ionizing radiation interaction with our
environment, in which measurements of gamma exposure rates using a Geiger-Müller type gauge are evaluated.
The experimental activity is performed in different working environments, urban and touristic, of San Luis
province in Argentina. Particularly, the Bebedero salt mine and the La Carolina old gold mine and surrounding
areas. Therefore, our aim is also to develop new techniques for teaching physics, awaking the scientific interest
of students in nuclear physics applications to environmental sciences.
Quantitative characteristics of zooplankton and zoobenthos communities and water quality in the Nercha River in the conditions of Transbaikal Region
Authors: Kazykina S.M. , Zykova E.H.
Published: February 2019

Studies on species diversity of zooplankton and zoobenthos communities were carried out at the Nercha River at the middle and lower parts of its waterway. The Nercha River located in Transbaikal region, belongs to the upper Amur basin. The Nercha River is second order tributary of the Amur river. In plankton community we had found 42 species of invertebrates belonging to 27 genera, 15 families, 7 orders and 4 classes. In plankton rotifers were characterized by the highest species diversity and presented by 24 species and subspecies. Cladoceras were presented by 16 species and copepods – by 2 species. In benthic community we had found 133 taxa of different systematic level belonging to 6 classes: Nematoda, Arachnidae, Clitellata, Insecta, Gastropoda, Bivalvia. The total number of taxa were distributed among 35 families, 52 genera, 65 species. Amphibiotic insects were dominating group in benthos. Abundance of zooplankton ranged from 0.02 to 1.53 thousands ind/m2. Benthic organisms abundance ranged from 0.12 to 6.30 thousands ind/m3. Zooplankton biomass varied from 0.01 to 40 mg/m3. Biomass of zoobenthos varied from 0.003 to 28.46 g/m2. Number of species of zooplankton in samples varied from 2 to 22. Number of benthic species in sampes varied from 4 to 39. The index of zooplankton species diversity varied from 0.5 to 4.2 bit/ind, zoobenthos – from 1.04 to 4.47 bit/ind. Majority of recorded pelagic and benthic species belong to widespread holarctic and palearctic types of distributio n. The water quality was characterized mainly by II and III classes: pure – the moderate polluted waters respectively.
Features of meiobenthos in Lake Krivoe (Karelia)
Authors: Petukhov V.A.
Published: February 2019

The paper presents the proportion of animals encountered in the coastal meiobenthos of Lake Krivoe (Karelia) which are typical for the majority of water bodies of the North-West of Russia: eumeiobentthic organisms – water mites, nematodes, cladocerans, harpacticoids, ostracods, benthic cyclops; organisms of pseudomeiobenthos – chironomids and oligochaetes. The main part in the biomass of meiobenthos in this zone accounts for water mites, chironomids and oligochaetes. In macrobenthos of this zone are registered: amphipods, larvae of caddis flies, mayfly larvae, larval Megaloptera, larval stoneflies, chironomid larvae, larval midges, also oligochaetes, leeches, bivalves, gastropods. Other groups of macrobenthic animals have almost equal low portions. Thus, the coastal zone of Lake Krivoe practically does not differ in composition of meiobenthos and macrobenthos from that of other water bodies of the North-West of Russia. Some features of meiobenthos community development in Lake Krivoe (Karelia) at depths of 9–32 m were found. In the coastal zone of the lake at the depth of 0.5 m meiobenthos has quantitative characteristics typical for regional mesotrophic water bodies. Deepwater meiofauna of Lake Krivoe is different from meiofauna of other deepwater lakes (Ladoga, Onega and Konstanz), where depths are inhabited by sufficiently rich, both qualitatively and quantitatively, meiobenthos. At greater depths we have discovered presence of the only species of nematodes (Paramononchus alimovi) in meiobenthos which was found in high numbers, both in abundance (6.8–93.0 thousand ind./m2) and biomass (0.044–0.596 g/m2). Structural and functional characteristics of deepwater meiobenthos Lake Krivoe varies greatly and are experiencing some impact of surface water temperature. The amount of seston sinking on the bottom increases in the middle of the vegetative season that probably leads to the sharp increase in the abundance and biomass of deepwater meiobenthos.
Experience in research management in the united kingdom universities: philosophical and analytical approach
Authors: Drach I.
Published: February 2019

Understanding the need to strengthen the research component in the activities of domestic universities for the full integration of Ukraine into the European Higher Education Area and the European Research Area encourages the search for modern research management mechanisms. An analysis of the experience of research management in the universities of the United Kingdom - one of the leading countries of higher education in accordance with international ratings - suggests that an effective research management mechanism is research governance as part of a university governance system. Despite the fact that, according to European experts, university governance has a direct impact on the results of research to date in national educational science, there is still no holistic analysis of the mechanisms of research governance in the countries of higher education leaders in the domestic educational science. The purpose of the article is to identify trends in research management in universities based on the analysis of UK experience. To achieve this goal, methods of analysis, synthesis, comparison, systematization of scientific and Internet sources were used, which enabled to reveal the peculiarities of research management in the universities of the United Kingdom. The application of the generalization method made it possible to draw conclusions about the results of the study. The article substantiates the relevance of the modernization of research management systems in domestic universities. The experience of research management through the development and use of the framework for research governance in the United Kingdom universities has been analyzed. The composition and description of the elements of the framework of research governance are analyzed, their generalized characteristics are presented. Main features of the use of the framework for research governance in universities in the United Kingdom are characterized, a list of key documents and key actors (participants) of research governance is given.
Autonomy of higher education institutions: analysis of the key European and International documents
Authors: Vlasova I.
Published: February 2019

Academic freedom, institutional autonomy and respect for the rule of law in relations between public authorities, higher education institutions and students are essential to democratic societies, and can be considered as the fundamental values of the European Higher Education Area. The European Governments have recognized the university autonomy as a precondition for the successful development of higher education. The European Commission notes as a priority the creation of a new framework for universities that are characterized by increased levels of autonomy and accountability. The Council of the European Union confirms this approach and establishes a direct relationship between autonomy and the ability of universities to meet the expectations of society. International experts emphasize the direct link between the institutional capacity of higher education institutions, the ability to identify and develop their own institutional profile and the autonomy of universities.

The necessity and role of autonomy in the sphere of higher education is determined. Autonomy of higher education institutions plays an important role in the strategic positions and declarations at the European and world level. It is confirmed by the relevant documents. The autonomy of universities (institutional) consists of the academic, financial, organizational and personnel autonomy. The level of university autonomy in Ukraine and European countries is analyzed on the basis of its components. Author designates that universities are the most independent in solving issues of personnel, academic, organizational and financial autonomy. Ukraine takes a position almost at the end of the «middle-low» cluster of systems, which testifies to the areas existence in which autonomy is limited.
Salafist Impregnation of Muslim Youth in France: a Challenge to the Republic?
Authors: Bucaille Laetitia , Villechaise Agnès
Published: February 2019

Based on qualitative research, this article aims to shed some light on the criticism of the functioning of French society by youths of North African origin influenced by a Salafist reading of Islam. The arguments put forward, which draw largely on a religious theme, must be taken seriously. However, the references to a “Salafised” world of meaning are not exclusive and they coexist with an attachment to other, more liberal values. We will therefore endeavour to determine whether the criticism expressed generates separatist attitudes or whether it leads to individual and collective strategies founded on a dual cultural allegiance. Without denying the ambivalences or weaknesses, it is necessary to accurately clarify the identity constructs and social trajectories of the working-class youths studied here.
The XV-th International congress of steelmakers
Authors: Semin A. E. , Shchukina L. E.
Published: February 2019

From October 15 through October 19 the XV-th congress of steelmakers took place in Tula with an active support of Industrial-metallurgical Holding. 311 specialists from Russia and from abroad took part in its work. Delegates from Germany, Czech, Poland, Austria, Moldavia, Kazakhstan and Ukraine arrived at the metallurgical forum. Among the congress participants 33 young scientists before 35 years old were registered, including post-graduates and Masters. The congress work was organized by sections: “Production of steel and special electrometallurgy”, “Ladle treatment of hot metal and steel”, “Processes of crystallization and steel casting”, “Energy efficiency, resources saving and ecology of metallurgical production”, “Powder and granule metallurgy. Additive technologies”, “Quality control and standardization in steel industry”. At the XV-th congress of steel-makers 120 reports were presented, which were published in the digest of proceedings.
Energy efficient technology of hot metal smelting at PAO NLMK
Authors: Filatov S. V. , Dagman A. I. , Titov V. N.
Published: February 2019

Decrease of energy expenditure for hot metal smelting is an actual task in blast furnace technology perfection. Under conditions of PAO NLMK regimes with maximum forcing of the BF process at the expense of pressure increase under furnace mouth and coke hot strength increase were chosen as one of priority ways to increase the BF operation energy efficiency. Data on blast furnaces productivity, specific coke rate, quantity of blow-in oxygen and fuel at different gas pressure levels under the furnace mouth quoted. A dependence between pulverized coal rate and total carbon consumption determined. It was shown, that application in PAO NLMK blast furnaces of coke having hot strength of 60–65% at maximum possible pressure under the furnace mouth and application of pulverized-coal fuel enabled in the period from 2012 through 2018 to decrease the coke rate by more than 100 kg. Also the total carbon consumption decreased by more than 30 kg per hot metal ton and to increase smelting products chemical composition stability.
Relating to the rational utilization of manganese-containing raw materials
Authors: Nokhrina O. I. , Rozhikhina I. D. , Proshunin I. E. , Golodova M. A. , Khodosov I. E.
Published: February 2019

Data on main manganese ores deposits by Russian Federation subjects presented. It was shown, that main part of manganese ore raw materials prognostic resources are concentrated in Altaj-Sayan and Enisej-East-Sayan metallogenic provinces. Estimation of metallurgical value of manganese ores deposits, located at the territory of Altaj-Sayan metallogenic province, carried out. A technological flow-chart of manganese-containing raw materials elaborated, comprising high quality manganese concentrate obtaining, its preparation, synthesis of marokite and mono-phase CaMnO3 material, marokite briquetting with a reducing agent and application for steel processing in ladle-furnace facility. A possibility shown to utilization of CaMnO3 mono-phase material mixed with a reducing agent and high quality manganese concentrate for production of metal manganese. Thermodynamic calculations and experiment studies on polymetallic manganese-containing raw material beneficiation enabled to determine main technological parameters of extraction and elaborate a technological flow-chart of beneficiation. The elaborated technology enables to obtain high quality manganese, nickel, iron and cobalt concentrates. Application of optimal technological parameters of beneficiation enables to extract from a polymetallic manganese-containing raw materials up to 95–97% of manganese, 98–99% of nickel, 96–98% of iron. It was shown, that it is reasonable to use the manganese concentrate for low phosphor metal manganese smelting, that will enable to decrease the dependence from manganese-containing materials import. A technology of steel alloying by obtained nickel concentrate elaborated. The substitution of metal nickel by nickel concentrate will considerably reduce expenses for alloying. A technology of metalized iron production by a solid-phase reducing method from an iron concentrate also elaborated, which will enable to decrease impurities content in steel during its application.
A review of pipes reduction methods aimed at end longitudinal different-walled decreasing
Authors: Orlov G. A. , Orlov A. G. , Kungurov E. A.
Published: February 2019

Formation of incrassate pipes end is one of main drawbacks of pipes reducing with tensioning method. Therefore, the matter of perfection of reducing mills designs, rollers passes, rolling regimes aimed at end shearing decreasing is very actual. A review of steel pipes hot rolling methods at multi-stand reduction-tensioning mills was carried out, aimed at elaborating of measures for decreasing of end longitudinal different-walled. Techniques of pipe end parts rolling considered, including control of rotary speed regimes of adjacent stands rollers; changing of distance between stands; increasing of pipe end parts temperature to facilitate their tapering; increasing inter-stands tension at the expense of magnetic field application. Also such techniques were considered as application of a short fixed mount in the first mill stand; use of endless reducing; use of idler stands, making breaking down effect and increase of tension. Analysis results of the patent search with utilization of internet-resources showed, that a method of tension increasing at the expense of rollers rotation speed control at pipe end parts rolling is the most acceptable method of pipes incrassate ends length and end shearing decreasing. An actuality of further studies of the elaboration of modified reducing mills speed regimes was noted, aimed at pipes incrassate ends length decreasing depending on their geometry, steels grades, assortment of produced pipes and other technological factors.
Counteraction to sabotage measures on ammunition depots in the context of hybrid warfare
Authors: Karmannyi Ye. V. , Lys M. V.
Published: February 2019

The state of the military sector is one of the most important indicators of the state’s development, it also determines the level of influence of the country on the economic and political situation that is taking place on the international scene. Ensuring the proper state of Ukraine’s national security is accompanied not only by the mentioned factors, but also by the fact that our state is in a military conflict with the Russian Federation. The article is focused on studying the issues related to the nature of the modern hybrid warfare in Ukraine, an act of sabotage was considered as one of the ways of such a war, it analyzed the acts of sabotage, the object of which is ammunition depots placed on the territory of Ukraine. The suggestions for improving and refining the system of counteraction to acts of sabotage are provided.

The topic of the study is relevant, therefore, it requires detailed consideration and study of the hybrid warfare’s nature, which combines not only conventional combat operations, but also political, economic, information, cybernetic means of combating the enemy. In the context of the military conflict, where Ukraine is located, the issue of counteracting and combating actions of sabotage, which is understood as an act aimed at weakening the state of explosions, arson, or other actions aimed at mass destruction of people, causing bodily harm or other harm to their health, destruction or damage of objects that have an important national or defense significance, etc. In our study, particular attention is paid to such objects as stockpiles of ammunition, where weapons, missiles, ammunition, explosives, firearms, special means are stored.

The authors of the article offer the main ways of improving and reforming the security system of these objects. The highlighted problems and suggested ways for their solution can become the fundamental basis for the development of a new security strategy.
“It is to be a punishment or a pardon is granted” or Whether the Criminal Code of Ukraine needs to have incentive norms about the crimes against human freedom, honor and dignity
Authors: Lyzohub Ya. H.
Published: February 2019

The paper is focused on the analysis of the stimulatory norms expediency in the criminal law of Ukraine. The objective of the paper is to reveal the significance of legal encouraging of an offender to stop his further criminal activity. Especially, it is necessary in conditions of Ukraine’s movement from a previous Soviet heritage to modern punishment standards, where criminal liability is not only punishment, but it is also a strategy to prevent a crime.

According to the author’s opinion, a pardon occasionally is much more effective than a sanction, since for some cases it allows giving up a criminal act and can prevent negative consequences for an object of encroachment in such a way. Thus, there is sometimes no need to punish an offender, who is able to get a correction out of a prison. However, there should be a concrete norm to do that, inasmuch as the Criminal Code does not have sufficient extent of such norms.

As it is known, a punishment is able to be effective only when an offender both got a penalty, and was pursuing his better path. By conducting a comparative analysis, the author provides scientific arguments and facts of wide range application of encouragement in the conditions of stopping a crime.

There author of the paper has analyzed different viewpoints of scholars, related to the issues provided. Herewith, the author has revealed different strategies regarding the improvement of Ukrainian criminal law and practice with the incentive norms.
Legal risks management in the economic sphere
Authors: Yevdokimenko S. V.
Published: February 2019

A significant number of regulatory acts that determine economic activity leads to an increase in the risk of losses in the economic sphere. Thus, some norms of the laws may worsen economic results due to inadequate or misleading interpretation of the conditions of the activity that violates the country’s economic safety and requires its protection.

According to the results of the analysis and assessment of legal risks in the economic sphere, the author notes that the lack of management of legal risks causes irreparable damage and leads to the need for damages reimbursement, payment of fines and penalties, administrative and criminal liability, hinders the further development of the activities. In order to reduce the losses of the state budget of the country and certain economic entities, it is necessary to study the consequences of legal risks in the economic sphere with a view to their further management.

Based on the analysis of the current legislation of Ukraine and the generalization of the main provisions of the work of scholars, the author has established the consequences of legal risks in the economic sphere in order to reduce the losses of the state budget of the country. The factors influencing the size of possible losses have been also considered.

According to the author, the essence of legal risks management in the economic sphere is to overcome the negative economic consequences by the results of their analysis and evaluation. The author has provided propositions on the mechanism of analysis of the economic consequences of legal risks and the preparation of the results of such an analysis. By the example of legal risk management of banks, the author has presented possible components of the management system, aimed at overcoming the possible consequences of legal risks in the economic sphere.
Personal transformations of the elements of behavioral component of law enforcement officers’ professional activity
Authors: Tverdokhliebova N. Ye.
Published: February 2019

The author of the article has provided the results of the study of the features of personal transformations of the elements of behavioral component of law enforcement officers’ professional activity at the stage of training in higher educational institutions with specific learning conditions. The interdependent elements of behavioral component of a law enforcement officer’s professional activity have been singled out, namely: the adaptive potential of an individual, skills and behavioral self-regulation styles, individual and business qualities, mechanisms of psychological protection and coping-behavior strategies.

The author has diagnosed the features of strategies and models of coping behavior of law enforcement officers at different stages of professional training. So, in difficult life situations it is typical for freshmen to come into contact with others for decision-making. Despite this, they are able to take responsibility and solve problems independently, although they still need support from others. Second-year students tend to work together to achieve mutual goals that coincide and to avoid the risk of failure due to long-term analysis of solution options and possible consequences, they are prone to re-insurance and cautious actions. Third-year students seek support from others (family, friends, colleagues), have the ability to solve problematic, difficult situations with other people, are able to cooperate and behave combining inner strength and politeness to the environment. MA students use practically the same with third-year students a set of models of coping behavior, search for social support and interaction with people. However, they are more prone to cautious actions and weighed decisions than third-year students.

It has been determined that law enforcement officers at the stage of professional training are least of all inclined to use passive and asocial coping strategies. Thus, freshmen in difficult situations will not demonstrate caution and aggression, second-year students will not avoid difficulties and behave in asocial way, third-year students are also less likely to engage in antisocial and aggressive actions, and MA students are less likely to act aggressively and avoid solving problems.
Authors: Kaulin Faulina
Published: February 2019

Abstract

This research is a study that examines Cleopatra's figure refers to comparative literary analysis. This paper examines Cleopatra's figure from a literary work in the form of a drama composed by Bernard Shaw by tittle "Cleopatra and Ceasar" and Taufik Al-Hakim's short story by tittle "كليوباترة وماك" with a history that will be a hypogram of both their works. The research was using this descriptive analytical method aims to examine the influence of history in the description of Cleopatra's figure from two writers who have different backgrounds by bringing up the facts in the form of quotes contained in the two literary works. The conclusion that can be drawn from this research based on comparative literary analysis is the representation of Cleopatra's figure depicted by Bernard Shaw and Taufik al-Hakim in their literary work refers to the history of Cleopatra's life. Not only that, the depiction of Cleopatra's figure by both can not be separated from the creativity that was built by the background of the authors.

Keywords: Drama, Short stories, Cleopatra
Pós-estruturalismo: algumas considerações sobre esse movimento do pensamento
Authors: Pereira Casali Jéssica , Peres Gonçalves Josiane
Published: February 2019

Este trabalho tem por finalidade apresentar algumas reflexões sobre o pós-estruturalismo, enquanto uma abordagem de investigação filosófica, que tem como objetivo superar as concepções teóricas do estruturalismo, se contrapondo e desconstruindo alguns conceitos basilares para esta perspectiva. Este estudo consiste em uma pesquisa bibliográfica, fundamentada em livros e artigos científicos relacionados a temática e sustentada nos principais estudiosos do movimento pós-estruturalista. O trabalho apresenta algumas discussões relativas ao pós-estruturalismo enquanto uma resposta filosófica contrária as pretensões científicas do estruturalismo, motivada pelas contribuições de pensadores como Fridrich Nietzsche, Martin Heidegger, Michel Foucault e outros. O estudo aponta, ainda, considerações sobre as teorias de estudo vinculadas a perspectiva pós-estruturalista, que são a teoria do discurso, estudos culturais e a teoria queer. Observa-se que o pós-estruturalismo rejeita as definições que determinam verdades absolutas sobre o mundo e que esta perspectiva considera a realidade como uma construção social e subjetiva, em constante transformação. Por fim, enfatiza-se a influência do pós-estruturalismo para as mais diversas áreas do conhecimento como da psicanálise, da antropologia, das artes, da sociologia, da história, dentre outras. Bem como, pelas contribuições filosóficas direcionadas a temas como, feminismo, gênero, sexualidade, diversidade, o corpo, raça, etnias.
As relações étnico-raciais no Brasil: cultura e preconceito
Authors: Ribeiro Esteves Gabriel Papa
Published: February 2019

Este trabalho busca compreender a formação e constituição da sociedade brasileira a partir de uma percepção de sua pluralidade no que tange suas relações étnico-raciais. Esta compreensão se faz pela análise histórica de nossa identidade sociocultural que aponta para o papel de grupos étnico-raciais distintos na construção da mesma. Como proposta convidamos o leitor a realizar uma reflexão acerca das relações étnico-raciais no Brasil e a existência do preconceito, perpassando o desenvolvimento do movimento negro, suas causas e consequências.
Contribuições de Chantal Mouffe à democracia radical
Authors: De Oliveira Janaina Aparecida Alves
Published: February 2019

Neste artigo buscaremos explanar os conceitos desenvolvidos pela teoria da democracia radical. Nosso esforço será no sentido de estabelecer um diálogo entre as reflexões de pensadores da Ciência Política e da Sociologia com as possibilidades pragmáticas de se pensar democracia no contexto sócio-político contemporâneo.A partir das concepções de Chantal Mouffe pretendemos elucidar questões que nos são fundamentais para o entendimento do debate atual acerca das proposições democráticas, bem como, das tensões e tendências políticas em um mundo dito globalizado.
The Incidence of Anxiety among Paramedic Students
Authors: Wills Howard Landon , Asbury Elizabeth Ann
Published: February 2019

Introduction

Summative assessments are an established form of assessing student performance, knowledge and ability against learning outcomes. The impact of anxiety on paramedic student success is not well understood but may adversely affect student outcomes. The aim of this study was to explore the origins and incidence of anxiety among paramedic students.

Method

Distance and campus-based students from all three years of the Bachelor of Health Science (Paramedicine) program at Whitireia New Zealand were approached to participate in this study. A mixed method data collection was used. Participants completed an online survey including the Westside Test Anxiety Scale (WTAS), program-specific questions and free response section to garner qualitative data. Quantitative data was analysed using descriptive statistics and t-tests, qualitative data was the subject of thematic analysis.

Results

One hundred and seventeen paramedic students participated in the study. Participants with previous tertiary education to diploma level had significantly higher WTAS scores than those with prior degree qualification (36.72 ± 5.92 vs. 31.42 ± 7.58, p=0.02). Students undertaking full-time work with part-time study had significantly higher WTAS scores than those enrolled in full-time study with part-time work (36.71 ± 7.0 vs. 32.09 ± 7.25, p=0.027). Qualitative analysis identified three themes: stressors, obstacles to learning and negative experiences.

Conclusion

High levels of anxiety were identified across the student body. There were significant differences in anxiety based on previous educational achievement and between full-time and part-time students. This demonstrates that different course delivery methods and student backgrounds may impact on paramedic student anxiety.
The Ajp - Moving with the Times
Authors: Boyle Malcolm
Published: February 2019

The Australasian Journal of Paramedicine (the AJP) has been in its current format since it was resurrected from the Journal of Emergency Primary Health Care in 2013. The aim at that time was to ensure that Paramedics Australasia – the publisher of the AJP – could publish four issues per year with four research-related articles per issue. We have achieved this, and more. Since 2013 the number of manuscripts submitted to the AJP has increased steadily. This has meant that recently, some authors are waiting months after their manuscript has been accepted before it is actually published.

With Volume 16 of the AJP commencing in 2019, the AJP editorial team (with the approval of Paramedics Australasia) made the decision to move the AJP to ‘continuous publishing’, a move that will benefit authors, readers and fellow researchers. In order to make this move, the issue numbering of the AJP has now been removed. This change will allow for manuscripts to be published within a few weeks of being accepted for publication.
ANALISIS KAUSALITAS FAKTOR INTERNAL DAN PEMBIAYAAN MURABAHAH
Authors: Mubarok Faizul
Published: February 2019

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menguji hubungan kausalitas apakah variabel yang diteliti memiliki hubungan dua arah atau satu arah antara pembiayaan murabahah, non performing financing (NPF), return on asset (ROA) dan capital adequacy ratio (CAR). Alat analisis yang digunakan adalah menggunakan pairwise granger causality test. Data yang digunakan seluruhnya menggunakan data sekunder dalam bentuk bulanan dari Januari 2010 sampai dengan November 2018 dengan menggunakan data variabel pembiayaan murabahah, non performing financing (NPF), return on asset (ROA) dan capital adequacy ratio (CAR). Hasil yang diperoleh menunjukkan bahwa variabel pembiayaan murabahah dan variabel non performing financing (NPF), variabel pembiayaan murabahah dan variabel return on asset (ROA), variabel pembiayaan murabahah dan variabel capital adequacy ratio (CAR), variabel non performing financing (NPF) dan return on asset (ROA), variabel non performing financing (NPF) dan variabel capital adequacy ratio (CAR) tidak memiliki hubungan dua arah atau satu arah, sementara variabel return on asset (ROA) dan variabel capital adequacy ratio (CAR) memiliki hubungan satu arah.Kata Kunci : Murabahah, NPF, ROA, CAR
Creating Shared Value Through Implementing Vocational Rehabilitation In The Corporate Social Responsibility Strategy: A Literature Review
Authors: Miethlich Boris , Šlahor Ľudomír
Published: February 2019

After an accident or illness, it may be difficult or even impossible to return to work. Although occupational safety and health (OHS) are essential elements of corporate social responsibility (CSR), support for employees returning to work or vocational rehabilitation are rarely part of the CSR strategy. The aim of this paper is to assess and synthesize the current state of research of vocational rehabilitation in the context of CSR. A literature analysis was conducted to examine the need to address vocational rehabilitation as part of the CSR strategy as well as the existing approaches for implementation. Vocational rehabilitation is an important part of a company's social responsibility towards its employees as well as towards society. The promotion of vocational rehabilitation should be an essential element of the CSR strategy and can create shared value. However, a commitment to vocational rehabilitation alone is not enough; the commitment must be explicitly described and go beyond the legal minimum. That can be done, for example, through return-to-work (RTW) policies, proactive initiation and coordination of the rehabilitation process, the adaptation of the workplace and work activities, the institutionalization of sheltered workplaces, and a specialist unit for vocational rehabilitation within the company. Particularly access for external persons to the company's sheltered workplaces, internships or entry-level positions is a critical aspect for substantially promoting vocational rehabilitation and achieving additional shared value. Vocational rehabilitation as part of the CSR strategy must continue to be examined empirically, in particular "best practice" approaches from business practice.
COMPARING THE IMPACT OF VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION AND THE EMPLOYMENT OF PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ON COMPANIES: ANALYSIS OF EXISTING RESEARCH
Authors: Miethlich Boris
Published: February 2019

The constant above-average unemployment rate of people with disabilities (PWD) and the failure of government measures to date indicate the need for companies to address this issue themselves. A reliable understanding of the effects and implications of employment of PWD and vocational rehabilitation for strategic corporate management is therefore required to specifically promote the integration of PWD into the labor market. This paper compares the impacts of the two concepts from a management perspective. A literature review was conducted to collect and analyze the state of research for similarities and differences regarding the categories government policies, corporate social responsibility (CSR), benefits and consequences for companies and business opportunities using a summary content analysis. The results suggest that the effects on companies and the resulting implications are identical, at least over a longer period. The employment of PWD, as well as vocational rehabilitation, can be a key to attracting customers with disabilities and thus allowing to enter new market segments.
Isu Agama dalam Sisdiknas No.20 Tahun 2003: Meninjau Kembali Jalan Demokrasi Pendidikan Nasional
Authors: Hutabarat Binsar Antoni
Published: February 2019

ABSTRACT:Â This article discusses religious issues and implementation of the National Education System Law (Undang-undang Sistem Pendidikan Nasional or Sisdiknas Law) No.20 of 2003. The presence of Sisdiknas 2003 can not be separated from the power struggles that occur at the time. The ideological debate among the Indonesian elite had not ended, and caused crisis in managing education in Indonesia. As a result, the mobilization of educational resources to achieve the education especially those esthablished by religious institutions. The politicis of education in Indonesia is still dominated by groups interests. Consequently national education law has not appreciated the diversity of Indonesia, and has not become the property of all individuals and groups.Â KEYWORDS:Â national education system (Sisdiknas), religious education, democracy education.
Perda Manokwari Kota Injil: Makna dan Konsekuensi bagi Gereja-gereja di Indonesia
Authors: Hutabarat Binsar Antoni
Published: February 2019

ABSTRACT: This article entitled "Provincial Regulation of Gospel City Manokwari: Significance and Consequences for the Churches in Indonesia" will first explore the presence of Provincial Regulation (Perda or peraturan daerah) of Gospel City Manokwari. The article is based on data collected by the author in a field research in areas related to the initiation of these regulations, and particularly in Manokwari. The author will then analyze this regulation from the standpoint of Christian theology, and further explain the implications of these regulations for the churches in Indonesia. The findings from this study is that Provincial Regulation of Gospel City Manokwari, which is initiated in Manokwari, Papua, is not part of Indonesian Christians strategy in general, and even become a detriment of the testimony of churches in Indonesia.KEY WORDS: Provincial Regulation (Perda or Peraturan Daerah) on religion, Perda on Gospel, the Gospel City Manokwari, state and religion, Christian theology
Kristen dan Kenaifan Politik: Kritik atas Sikap Politik PGPI dalam Pilpres 2014
Authors: Silaen Victor
Published: February 2019

ABSTRACT:Â Politics is an aspect and a system that is very important in the lives of citizens. All citizens including Christians cannot shy away from politics, because of politics produce various public policies. Thus Christians are supposed to take part in political life, not only in the electoral arena, but also in other areas. In the event the election, churches should not be nae. Churches must wisely give political enlightenment to their congregations, instead of the other way, lead the congregation to elect candidates of certain leaders. Thus the "political letter" issued by PGPI during the 2014 Presidential Election should be criticized as nae, since the content dictated the churches under PGPI. In addition, issues brought up in the letter were entirely unfounded. It is no surprise that PGPI Chairman, Rev. Dr. Jacob Nahuway, MA, received much criticism and scorn.Â KEYWORDS:Â politics, political participation, power, nation, country, religion.
Hospitalitas Sebagai Upaya Mencegah Kekerasan dalam Memelihara Kerukunan dalam Relasi Islam - Kristen di Indonesia
Authors: Susanta Yohanes K.
Published: February 2019

ABSTRACT:Â This paper shows that religious violence is a reality that characterizes the history of mankind. The inter-religious violence became a regular phenomenon that is often encountered in Indonesian society. Therefore, this paper will examine the causes of inter-religious violence in Indonesia, especially the relationship between Muslims and Christians. This paper will also show the task of the church in preventing inter-religious violence by promoting and applying hospitality. It does not mean that the church is the most responsible side for the violence, but the church is a part and become a witness of the history of violence that has occurred.Â KEYWORDS:Â hospitality, Christians-Muslims relationship, violence, religious harmony