bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Cage and field experiments as basis for the development of control strategies against Cacopsylla pruni, the vector of European Stone Fruit Yellows
Authors: Paleskić C. , Bachinger K. , Brader G. , Kickenweiz M. , Engel C. , Wurm L. , Czipin L. , Riedle‐Bauer M.
Published: February 2017

The efficacy and the instant effect of 13 insecticides and antifeedants towards Cacopsylla pruni, the vector of ‘Candidatus Phytoplasma prunorum’ were examined in cage studies (no choice experiments with 10 field‐collected overwintered adults per experiment) on potted apricot trees (budding trees under outdoor conditions in early spring and foliated seedlings kept at 21°C). Cypermethrin caused 100% insect mortality within 2–4 h, thiacloprid 90–100% mortality within 24 h both on foliated and on budding trees. On budding trees spinosad led to 70–90% mortality within 24 h, thixotropic white trunk paint to 90% mortality within 48 h. On foliated seedlings flonicamid gave 70–100% mortality within 1 day, abamectin, spinosad, acetamiprid and spirotetramat 70–100% within 72 h. Field studies monitoring the effects of thiacloprid on remigrants of C. pruni by yellow sticky traps were carried out in two apricot orchards. Additionally the influence of the insecticide on insect dispersal was examined by mark, release and recapture trials. As compared to the control thiacloprid significantly reduced the catches of naturally occurring and released insects, decreased the number of trees on which released insects were recaptured (by 25–100%) and shortened the migration distances of the released insects by more than half. Our results suggest that appropriate insecticide treatments both reduce C. pruni populations and have a direct effect on pathogen transmission. Application of Cypermethrin before bloom and thiacloprid after bloom seem best suited to achieve these objectives. Thixotropic white trunk paint could, a formulation for spray application provided, eventually be a sustainable alternative or complement for treatments before bloom.
Social and Economic Impacts of School Influenza Outbreaks in England: Survey of Caregivers
Authors: Thorrington Dominic , Balasegaram Sooria , Cleary Paul , Hay Catherine , Eames Ken
Published: February 2017

ABSTRACT

BACKGROUND

Influenza is a cause of considerable morbidity in England, particularly among children. A total of 39% of all influenza‐attributable general practitioner consultations and 37% of all influenza‐attributable hospital admissions occur in those aged under 15 years. Few studies have quantified the impact of influenza outbreaks on families. We assessed this impact during 2 influenza seasons.

METHODS

We used questionnaires to obtain data in primary schools that reported an outbreak of an influenza‐like‐illness (ILI). We sought data on the loss of productivity, costs borne by families and loss in health‐related quality of life (HRQoL). ILIs were identified using the symptoms criteria from the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control and the UK Flusurvey.

RESULTS

For each child reporting ILI, mean school absence was 3.8 days (95% confidence interval [CI]): 3.0‐4.8) with mean work absence for caregivers reported as 3.7 days (95% CI: 2.7‐4.8). The mean loss in HRQoL was 2.1 quality‐adjusted life days (95% CI: 1.5‐2.7). The estimated total pediatric burden of disease for reported school‐based outbreaks during the 2 influenza seasons was 105.3 QALYs (95% CI: 77.7‐139.0).

CONCLUSIONS

This study shows the potential social and economic benefit of vaccination of children during mild influenza seasons.
Information Technology Capability for Nigerian Public Tertiary Institutions: A Tool for Gaining Competitive Advantage
Authors: Palladan Ahmad Aliyu , Abdul Kadir Kadzrina
Published: February 2017

The essence of this conceptual paper is to broaden the notion of IT capability, which hitherto was more pronounced in the banking, communication and other for profit organizations. Information Technology Capability (IT Capability) refers to institution’s ability to manipulate and exploit opportunities avails by ICT to create something more new and more superb for the betterment of the institution and to attain competitive advantages. Some benefits attached to IT capability include rapid and quick processing of transactions, error minimization, cost saving as well as improvement of productivity. The paper suggest more investment on IT objects, IT operation and IT knowledge as sub dimensions of IT capability. Thus, this will go a long way in enhancing the competitive advantage of public tertiary institutions in Nigeria.
Technology Instruction For Children With Learning Disabilities In Mathematics: Teacher’s Views
Authors: Suhaimin Suza Hamira , Mohamed Mohini , Ismail NorulHuda
Published: February 2017

The purpose of this paper is to examine the perspective of teachers regarding mathematics instruction for children with learning disabilities. For this purpose, a semi-structured interview was conducted with teachers who teach mathematics to children with learning disabilities. The participants of this study are three educators who teach children with learning disabilities. A qualitative strategy approach is used in this study using case studies. Information was acquired from interviews, document reviews and Brainstorming. The method of analysis involves the data transcription process, construction of themes, theme coding and displaying. The results of the research is analysed and recommendation for future research is stated. Intervention for children with Learning Disabilities is a challenge for both teachers and parents. Children with Learning Disabilities require special instructions in order to succeed and technology can help children depends on situation and teaching style.
Learning The Strategy of Reasoning Through Marzano Dimensional Mastery Learning Model Among Form Four Students for The Topic Of Differentiation
Authors: Arshad Mohamad Nizam , Atan Noor Azean , Abdullah Abdul Halim , Mokhtar Mahani , Abu Mohd Salleh
Published: February 2017

Reasoning skills are very important in encouraging students to think more critically and logically, as depicted in the Malaysian Education Development Plan (2013-2025). Therefore, this study looked into improving the Differentiation Reasoning Level (DRL) of reasoning skills among students for a topic in the Additional Mathematics subject,  known as Differentiation, through reasoning learning strategy. The study participants consisted of a total of 31 students from a secondary boarding school in Johor, selected through a purposive sampling method. A pre-test was carried out for the participants, from the advanced level, followed by a number of repetition tests, before the post-test assessment was conducted. The data collection for this study employed a set of Reasoning Test on Differentiation (RTD) and 10 sets of learning activities on Differentiation based on modified Marzano Rubric for Specific Task of Situations (1992). This dimension involved four types of reasoning skills, namely,  comparison, classification, inductive, and deductive. The survey data, through paired samples t-test, revealed a significant difference between the mean scores in pre-test and post-test (p <0.05). In addition, the paired sample t-test showed a significant difference on the level of reasoning among students from each construct in the reasoning skills before and after using this module. In conclusion, the Marzano Model of Dimensional Learning (1992) is a thinking skill model that can help improve students' reasoning skills. The model covers analysis aspects of what has been learned by implementing the process of identifying reasons, which will help students to add and expand their knowledge. The findings also implied that, the processes of teaching and learning play an important role in ensuring students’ capability to emphasize on the implementation process of reasoning skills
Students’ Perception toward Mobile Computer-based Physics Laboratory (MCPL)
Authors: Zakaria Nur Hazwani , Phang Fatin Aliah , Ali Mohamad Bilal , Abu Samah Norazrena
Published: February 2017

Students learn better with various teaching strategies, related to contextual way and involvement of technology. Low interests among students are caused by students’ perception toward Physics and conventional teaching approach. Besides, laboratory malfunctions and destructible apparatus lead to less number of experiments that can be carried out by the students. Students’ low achievements in Physics reflect low understandings in concepts and experiments should be able to engage the students’ interests in Physics and to attach themselves in science at their tertiary education. Therefore, Mobile Computer-based Physics Laboratory (MCPL) was implemented to 94 Form Four students in Kluang and Kota Tinggi. A survey was carried out using The Instrument to Measure Students’ Perception toward MCPL (IMP-MCPL) which consisted of 18 items. The instrument was administered to the students after six weeks of MCPL intervention. The findings showed that 4.3 % of the students had high positive perception. And 95.7% of the students had middle perception, neither positive nor negative perception. Interviews were carried out to investigate students’ perception. Data triangulation was used to analyze students’ perception in depth. The MCPL gave positive impact to students’ learning, experimenting skills, growing ideas and interacting with other students in the learning process. As a conclusion, MCPL is a way that can be implemented at any place and is convenient for teaching and learning.
Utilizing the Enhanced Risk Assessment Equation to Determine the Apparent Risk due to User Datagram Protocol (UDP) Flooding Attack
Authors: Rosli Athirah , Mat Taib Abidah , Wan Ali Wan Nor Ashiqin
Published: February 2017

Escalation of Internet-of-Thing (IoT) may cause internet users being exposed to IPv6 security issues. End-to-end connection feature in IPv6 can be misused by attackers to flood targeted host. Using User Datagram Protocol (UDP), attackers can certainly congest the network by injecting UDP packets during network communication. This will introduce risk if there is no precaution step taken. Enhanced risk assessment equation can be adopted to mitigate the perils. Thus, this paper presents the use of enhanced risk assessment equation to identify risk value that is caused by UDP flooding attack. The attack was simulated using OMNeT++ simulation software. The inputs that were considered in the enhanced equation are based on the features of the tested network scenarios. The obtained risk value can be used in determining appropriate mitigation techniques that help the organization in maintaining and strengthening their network. It also offers organization to secure their network resources and assets. Furthermore, this paper also reveals that the enhanced risk assessment equation is flexible to be used in any situation. Hereafter, more IPv6 based protocols will be tested to measure the capability of using the enhanced equation.
Rim Pathway-Mediated Alterations in the Fungal Cell Wall Influence Immune Recognition and Inflammation
Authors: Ost Kyla S. , Esher Shannon K. , Leopold Wager Chrissy M. , Walker Louise , Wagener Jeanette , Munro Carol , Wormley Floyd L. , Alspaugh J. Andrew
Published: February 2017

Compared to other fungal pathogens,Cryptococcus neoformansis particularly adept at avoiding detection by innate immune cells. To explore fungal cellular features involved in immune avoidance, we characterized cell surface changes of theC. neoformans rim101Δ mutant, a strain that fails to organize and shield immunogenic epitopes from host detection. These cell surface changes are associated with an exaggerated, detrimental inflammatory response in mouse models of infection. We determined that the disorganized strainrim101Δ cell wall increases macrophage detection in a contact-dependent manner. Using biochemical and microscopy methods, we demonstrated that therim101Δ strain shows a modest increase in the levels of both cell wall chitin and chitosan but that it shows a more dramatic increase in chito-oligomer exposure, as measured by wheat germ agglutinin staining. We also created a series of mutants with various levels of cell wall wheat germ agglutinin staining, and we demonstrated that the staining intensity correlates with the degree of macrophage activation in response to each strain. To explore the host receptors responsible for recognizing therim101Δ mutant, we determined that both the MyD88 and CARD9 innate immune signaling proteins are involved. Finally, we characterized the immune response to therim101Δ mutantin vivo, documenting a dramatic and sustained increase in Th1 and Th17 cytokine responses. These results suggest that the Rim101 transcription factor actively regulates theC. neoformanscell wall to prevent the exposure of immune stimulatory molecules within the host. These studies further explored the ways in which immune cells detectC. neoformansand other fungal pathogens by mechanisms that include sensing N-acetylglucosamine-containing structures, such as chitin and chitosan.

IMPORTANCEInfectious microorganisms have developed many ways to avoid recognition by the host immune system. For example, pathogenic fungi alter their cell surfaces to mask immunogenic epitopes. We have created a fungal strain with a targeted mutation in a pH response pathway that is unable to properly organize its cell wall, resulting in a dramatic immune reaction during infection. This mutant cell wall is defective in hiding important cell wall components, such as the chito-oligomers chitin and chitosan. By creating a series of cell wall mutants, we demonstrated that the degree of chito-oligomer exposure correlates with the intensity of innate immune cell activation. This activation requires a combination of host receptors to recognize and respond to these infecting microorganisms. Therefore, these experiments explored host-pathogen interactions that determine the degree of the subsequent inflammatory response and the likely outcome of infection.
Lifestyle and Horizontal Gene Transfer-Mediated Evolution of Mucispirillum schaedleri, a Core Member of the Murine Gut Microbiota
Authors: Loy Alexander , Pfann Carina , Steinberger Michaela , Hanson Buck , Herp Simone , Brugiroux Sandrine , Gomes Neto João Carlos , Boekschoten Mark V. , Schwab Clarissa , Urich Tim , Ramer-Tait Amanda E. , Rattei Thomas , Stecher Bärbel , Berry David
Published: February 2017

Shifts in gut microbiota composition have been associated with intestinal inflammation, but it remains unclear whether inflammation-associated bacteria are commensal or detrimental to their host. Here, we studied the lifestyle of the gut bacterium
Mucispirillum schaedleri
, which is associated with inflammation in widely used mouse models. We found that
M. schaedleri
has specialized systems to handle oxidative stress during inflammation. Additionally, it expresses secretion systems and effector proteins and can modify the mucosal gene expression of its host. This suggests that
M. schaedleri
undergoes intimate interactions with its host and may play a role in inflammation. The insights presented here aid our understanding of how commensal gut bacteria may be involved in altering susceptibility to disease.
Cost-related non-adherence to prescribed medicines among older adults: a cross-sectional analysis of a survey in 11 developed countries
Authors: Morgan Steven G , Lee Augustine
Published: February 2017

Objectives

To assess the effects of costs on access to medicines in 11 developed countries offering different levels of prescription drug coverage for their populations.

Design

Cross-sectional study of data from the Commonwealth Fund 2014 International Health Policy Survey of Older Adults.

Setting

Telephone survey conducted in 11 high-income countries: Australia, Canada, France, Germany, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, the UK and the USA.

Participants

22 532 adults aged 55 and older and living in the community in studied countries.

Primary outcome measure

Self-reported cost-related non-adherence (CRNA) in the form of either not filling a prescription or skipping doses within the last 12 months because of out-of-pocket costs.

Results

Estimated prevalence of CRNA among all older adults varied from <3% in the France, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland and the UK to 16.8% in the USA. Canada had the second highest national prevalence of CRNA (8.3%), followed by Australia (6.8%). Older adults in the USA were approximately six times more likely to report CRNA than older adults in the UK (adjusted OR=6.09; 95% CI 3.60 to 10.20). Older adults in Australia and Canada were also statistically significantly more likely to report CRNA than older adults in the UK. Across most countries, the prevalence of CRNA was higher among lower income residents and lower among residents over age 65.

Conclusions

Observed differences in national prevalence of CRNA appear to follow lines of availability of prescription drug coverage and the extent of direct patient charges for prescriptions under available drug plans.
Swimming performance of sauger (Sander canadensis) in relation to fish passage
Authors: Dockery David R. , McMahon Thomas E. , Kappenman Kevin M. , Blank Matthew
Published: February 2017

A lack of information on the swimming abilities of sauger (Sander canadensis), a highly migratory species particularly sensitive to habitat fragmentation, may inhibit the design of effective passage structures for this species. Passage success, maximum ascent distances, and maximum sprint velocities of sauger were estimated in an open-channel flume over a range of water velocities (51, 78, and 92 cm·s−1) and temperatures (10.0, 14.3, and 18.3 °C) to assess swimming performance. Passage success was high (91%) over all test velocities, as was the maximum instantaneous burst velocity (219 cm·s−1). Water temperature and body size had little effect on swimming performance. Sauger transitioned from steady, sustained swimming to unsteady, burst–glide, or steady burst swimming at 97 cm·s−1. Sauger were capable of sustained sprints of 124 cm·s−1over 15 s duration in a swim chamber. Results suggest passage structures with water velocities less than 97 cm·s−1should provide high probability of successful passage of adult sauger, whereas structures with water velocities exceeding 219 cm·s−1may be impassable.
The Conway polynomial and amphicheiral knots
Authors: Conant J. , Manathunga V. A.
Published: February 2017

According to work of Hartley and Kawauchi in 1979 and 1980, the Conway Polynomial of all negative amphicheiral knots and strongly positive amphicheiral knots factors as [Formula: see text] for some [Formula: see text]. Moreover, a 2012 example due to Ermotti, Hongler and Weber shows that this is not true for general amphicheiral knots. On the other hand, in 2006, the first author made a conjecture equivalent to saying that the Conway polynomial of all amphicheiral knots splits as [Formula: see text] in the ring [Formula: see text]. In this paper, we establish this conjecture for all periodically amphicheiral knots built from braids, where the period preserves the braid structure. We also give counterexamples to conjectures on the leading coefficient of the Conway polynomial of an amphicheiral knot due to Stoimenow.
Solutions of associative Yang–Baxter equation and D−equation in low dimensions and associated Frobenius algebras and Connes cocycles
Authors: Hounkonnou Mahouton Norbert , Houndedji Gbêvèwou Damien
Published: February 2017

In this work, we compute solutions of the Yang–Baxter associative equation in dimensions one and two. For these solutions, we describe the double constructions of the associated Frobenius algebras, following Bai’s definitions. Besides, we determine related compatible dendriform algebras and solutions of their [Formula: see text]equations. Finally, using symmetric solutions of these equations, we build the double constructions of related Connes cocycles.
Electrical Potential Distribution in Polymethyl Methacrylate-Graphene Oxide Nanocomposites
Authors: Nawawi Zainuddin , Kurnia R. F. , Isa N. F. A. , Buntat Z. , Yuniarti D. R. , Jambak M. I. , Sidik Muhammad Abu Bakar
Published: February 2017

Research work of polymer nanocomposites in high voltage insulator becomes interest nowadays. Polymer based and nanofillers are the core components in polymer nanocomposites. By adding such a big amount of nanofiller it would enhance the electrical and mechanical properties of polymers.  However as for today, a little percentage of nanofiller concentration could dramatically enhanced the properties of the polymeric material. Recent research of graphene oxide (GO) nanofiller has brought to this project interest.  This paper presents several methods that have been published to development PMMA (poly methyl methacrylate)/GO nanocomposites and a simulation of PMMA/GO in order to investigate the potential distribution. 
A Study on Digital Forensics in Hadoop
Authors: Thanekar Sachin Arun , Subrahmanyam K. , Bagwan A.B.
Published: February 2017

Nowadays we all are surrounded by Big data. The term ‘Big Data’ itself indicates huge volume, high velocity, variety and veracity i.e. uncertainty of data which gave rise to new difficulties and challenges. Hadoop is a framework which can be used for tremendous data storage and faster processing. It is freely available, easy to use and implement. Big data forensic is one of the challenges of big data. For this it is very important to know the internal details of the Hadoop. Different files are generated by Hadoop during its process. Same can be used for forensics. In our paper our focus is on digital forensics and different files generated during different processes. We have given the short description on different files generated in Hadoop. With the help of an open source tool ‘Autopsy’ we demonstrated that how we can perform digital forensics using automated tool and thus big data forensics can be done efficiently.
Sex Differences and Functional Outcome After Intravenous Thrombolysis
Authors: Spaander Fianne H. , Zinkstok Sanne M. , Baharoglu Irem M. , Gensicke Henrik , Polymeris Alexandros , Traenka Christopher , Hametner Christian , Ringleb Peter , Curtze Sami , Martinez-Majander Nicolas , Aarnio Karoliina , Nolte Christian H. , Scheitz Jan F. , Leys Didier , Hochart Anais , Padjen Visnja , Kägi Georg , Pezzini Alessandro , Michel Patrik , Bill Olivier , Zini Andrea , Engelter Stefan T. , Nederkoorn Paul J.
Published: February 2017

Background and Purpose—

Women have a worse outcome after stroke compared with men, although in intravenous thrombolysis (IVT)–treated patients, women seem to benefit more. Besides sex differences, age has also a possible effect on functional outcome. The interaction of sex on the functional outcome in IVT-treated patients in relation to age remains complex. The purpose of this study was to compare outcome after IVT between women and men with regard to age in a large multicenter European cohort reflecting daily clinical practice of acute stroke care.

Methods—

Data were obtained from IVT registries of 12 European tertiary hospitals. The primary outcome was poor functional outcome, defined as a modified Rankin scale score of 3 to 6 at 3 months. We stratified outcome by age in decades. Safety measures were symptomatic intracranial hemorrhage and mortality at 3 months.

Results—

In this cohort, 9495 patients were treated with IVT, and 4170 (43.9%) were women with a mean age of 71.9 years. After adjustments for baseline differences, female sex remained associated with poor functional outcome (odds ratio, 1.15; 95% confidence interval, 1.02–1.31). There was no association between sex and functional outcome when data were stratified by age. Symptomatic intracranial hemorrhage rate was similar in both sexes (adjusted odds ratio, 0.93; 95% confidence interval, 0.73–1.19), whereas mortality was lower among women (adjusted odds ratio, 0.83; 95% confidence interval, 0.70–0.99).

Conclusions—

In this large cohort of IVT-treated patients, women more often had poor functional outcome compared with men. This difference was not dependent on age.
The Incorporation and Interpretation of WTO-Style Environmental Exceptions in International Investment Agreements
Authors: Keene Amelia
Published: February 2017

This article presents a recent study of the incorporation of general environmental exceptions – modelled on GATT Art XX or GATS Art XIV – in international investment agreements (IIAs), as based on a survey of 113 IIAs signed between 2010 and 2015. It uses the results of this survey to argue that the jurisprudence of the WTO cannot be assumed to offer a definitive interpretation of such exceptions, instead assessing how variations in the text and context of the general environmental exceptions in IIAs might limit or broaden the scope of the protected environmental policy space, and arguing for a treaty-by-treaty approach in terms of interpretation.
Task Engagement and Attentional Resources
Authors: Matthews Gerald , Warm Joel S. , Smith Andrew P.
Published: February 2017

Objective:

Two studies tested multivariate models of relationships between subjective task engagement and vigilance. The second study included a stress factor (cold infection). Modeling tested relationships between latent factors for task engagement and vigilance, and the role of engagement in mediating effects of cold infection.

Background:

Raja Parasuraman’s research on vigilance identified several key issues, including the roles of task factors, arousal processes, and individual differences, within the framework of resource theory. Task engagement is positively correlated with performance on various attentional tasks and may serve as a marker for resource availability.

Method:

In the first study, 229 participants performed simultaneous and successive vigilance tasks. In the second study, 204 participants performed a vigilance task and a variable-foreperiod simple reaction-time task on two separate days. On the second day, 96 participants performed while infected with a naturally occurring common cold. Task engagement was assessed in both studies.

Results:

In both studies, vigilance decrement in hit rate was observed, and task performance led to loss of task engagement. Cold infection also depressed both vigilance and engagement. Fitting structural equation models indicated that simultaneous and successive tasks should be represented by separate latent factors (Study 1), and task engagement fully mediated the impact of cold infection on vigilance but not reaction time (Study 2).

Conclusions:

Modeling individual differences in task engagement elucidates the role of resources in vigilance and underscores the relevance of Parasuraman’s vision of the field.

Application:

Assessment of task engagement may support diagnostic monitoring of operators performing tasks requiring vigilance.
Transnational Ties and Reciprocal Tenacity: Resisting Mining in Bangladesh with Transnational Coalition
Authors: Luthfa Samina
Published: February 2017

There has been a major shift of investment in extractive industry to the global South in recent decades. The repercussions are evident in the rise of protests from local communities against mining, but these face multinational companies, state and financial institutions operating as a coalition of the powerful. This article investigates how an apparently powerless community in Bangladesh succeeded in harnessing long and strong connections with transnational organisations to halt a proposed open-cast mine. Local protestors first connected with national environmental rights groups and then with diverse transnational partners. I examine how the Phulbari resistance, as it is known, succeeded by managing connections using reciprocal tenacity and obligation towards the environment. A strong and independent national-level environmental justice mediator (National Committee) kept the coalition close to its local core. The article presents an empirical case on the rise of the global South in transnational environmental politics.
Organizational Factors and Probation Officer Use of Evidence-Based Practices: A Multilevel Examination
Authors: Viglione Jill , Blasko Brandy L. , Taxman Faye S.
Published: February 2017

Growing evidence pointing to the ineffectiveness of control-oriented supervision practices has led to an emphasis on evidence-based practices (EBPs), or practices that are empirically tied to recidivism reduction. Research on EBPs in probation highlights the importance of case management-oriented supervision and provision of proactive, appropriate program referrals. Despite research support, challenges exist regarding implementing EBPs in real-world practice. Utilizing survey data from 813 adult probation officers across 43 agencies, the current study examined variation in use of case management and proactive referral practices. Findings highlight the important role organizational commitment plays in supporting implementation efforts. Implications suggest a need for probation agencies to promote and sustain staff commitment to their agency before embarking on significant reform efforts.
The Uncivil Latina
Authors: Pizarro Jesenia M.
Published: February 2017

This article centers on the institutional barriers Latinas face in their professional development. An autoethnographic approach is employed to explore common themes faced by Latinas that hinder their success via the lens of culture conflict theory. This study specifically focus on issues related to interactions with students, marginalization, and institutional racism. A set of individual and institutional-level recommendations that may serve to alleviate the challenges facing Latinas, and faculty of color in general, are discussed.
Potential probiotic-associated traits revealed from completed high quality genome sequence of Lactobacillus fermentum 3872
Authors: Lehri Burhan , Seddon Alan M. , Karlyshev Andrey V.
Published: February 2017

The article provides an overview of the genomic features of Lactobacillus fermentum strain 3872. The genomic sequence reported here is one of three L. fermentum genome sequences completed to date. Comparative genomic analysis allowed the identification of genes that may be contributing to enhanced probiotic properties of this strain. In particular, the genes encoding putative mucus binding proteins, collagen-binding proteins, class III bacteriocin, as well as exopolysaccharide and prophage-related genes were identified. Genes related to bacterial aggregation and survival under harsh conditions in the gastrointestinal tract, along with the genes required for vitamin production were also found.
Critical Posthuman Knowledges
Authors: Braidotti Rosi
Published: February 2017

What are the parameters that define posthuman knowing subjects and their ethical accountability? This essay outlines a framework by which to understand the emerging field of the critical posthumanities. It proposes as the field's conceptual foundation a neo-Spinozist monistic ontology that assumes radical immanence, as well as a mind-body and nature-culture continuum. This implies that the posthuman knowing subject has to be understood as a relational, situated, and accountable entity. This article explores these key ideas by tracing a cartography of the different generations of critical “studies” areas and their relationship to posthuman knowledges.
The Morphotectonic units of Ikaria island – Contribution in the natural hazards research
Authors: Efraimiadou H. , Lozios St. , Evelpidou N.
Published: February 2017

Present morphological and tectonic image of Ikaria island is the complex result of both the tem-poral evolution of the island, as part of the geodynamical evolution of the Hellenic Arc, especially that of the last stages (from the upper Miocene and after), and the exogenous factors. Also human impact functions as an additional parameter for the formation of Ikaria geoenvironment.According to field data and their analysis, computing and estimation which took part with the use of modern technologies (use of GIS, analysis of geographical and descriptive databases) the mor-photectonic units of Ikaria Island were defined. The definition of the morphotectonic units was based on their special features and more precisely on the lithological differentiation (granite, metamorphic rocks and post alpine formations) as well as the complex ductile and brittle structures (large scale ductile shear-zones and brittle detachment faults, normal faults, strike-slip transfer faults and join sets) and the morphological features (slope distribution, asymmetry of the drainage system, planation surfaces, morphological discontinuities etc).The synthesis of the special features of each morphotectonic unit in combination with the human impact (fires, overgrazing etc), defines the kind, the intensity and the geographical localization of the natural hazards which occur in various sites of the island, such as landslides, erosion, floods, seismic activity, relief changes, coastline changes etc.
Από τεύχος σε τεύχος: τα είκοσι χρόνια της Εταιρείας
Authors: Σιαφλέκης Ζ. Ι.
Published: February 2017

Δε διατίθεται περίληψη.
ASSEMBLY FOR GRINDING PRESSURE AND DISAGGREGATION PRESSED MATERIALS
Authors: Мещеряков  , Meshcheryakov Sergey , Романович  , Romanovich Aleksey , Воронов  , Voronov Vitaliy , Апухтина  , Apukhtina Inna
Published: February 2017

The article describes the design of a pilot plant PVI includes a feed hopper mounted on the frame of the conical rolls and designersusa device, which consists of additional rolls with a reverse taper rolls the main. allows to combine the processes of comminution and disaggregation of compressed materi-als. We theoretically studied the implementation of directional movement pressed into the plate material from the main to the additional rolls desagglomeration device. Presents an analysis of the graphic curves constructed according to the obtained equations for the linear size of the capture zone dezagregarea rolls plates of pressed material. It is concluded that the intensive change of the angle is on the interval from zero to 0.25 meters, which should be taken into account when designing the press roller cutter device for desagglomeration materials.
Is computer navigation when used in the surgery of iliosacral pelvic bone tumours safer for the patient?
Authors: Laitinen M. K. , Parry M. C. , Albergo J. I. , Grimer R. J. , Jeys L. M.
Published: February 2017

Aims

Due to the complex anatomy of the pelvis, limb-sparing resections of pelvic tumours achieving adequate surgical margins, can often be difficult. The advent of computer navigation has improved the precision of resection of these lesions, though there is little evidence comparing resection with or without the assistance of navigation. Our aim was to evaluate the efficacy of navigation-assisted surgery for the resection of pelvic bone tumours involving the posterior ilium and sacrum.

Patients and Methods

Using our prospectively updated institutional database, we conducted a retrospective case control study of 21 patients who underwent resection of the posterior ilium and sacrum, for the treatment of a primary sarcoma of bone, between 1987 and 2015. The resection was performed with the assistance of navigation in nine patients and without navigation in 12. We assessed the accuracy of navigation-assisted surgery, as defined by the surgical margin and how this affects the rate of local recurrence, the disease-free survival and the effects on peri-and post-operative morbidity.

Results

The mean age of the patients was 36.4 years (15 to 66). The mean size of the tumour was 10.9 cm. In the navigation-assisted group, the margin was wide in two patients (16.7%), marginal in six (66.7%) and wide-contaminated in one (11.1%) with no intralesional margin. In the non-navigated-assisted group; the margin was wide in two patients (16.7%), marginal in five (41.7%), intralesional in three (25.0%) and wide-contaminated in two (16.7%). Local recurrence occurred in two patients in the navigation-assisted group (22.2%) and six in the non-navigation-assisted group (50.0%). The disease-free survival was significantly better when operated with navigation-assistance (p = 0.048). The blood loss and operating time were less in the navigated-assisted group, as was the risk of a foot drop post-operatively.

Conclusion

The introduction of navigation-assisted surgery for the resection of tumours of the posterior ilium and sacrum has increased the safety for the patients and allows for a better oncological outcome. Cite this article: Bone Joint J 2017;99-B:261–6.
The effect of clinical handover on weekend work cover
Authors: JWG Ng , Lee N , Tan SH , Quah C , Ollivere B
Published: February 2017

Can structured handover and rota changes improve weekend ward cover in the T&O department?
Trophic state and recreational value of Lake Mikołajskie
Authors: Sieńska Justyna , Dunalska Julita , Łopata Michał , Parszuto Katarzyna , Tandyrak Renata
Published: February 2017

Lakes along with their surroundings are an attractive landscape component that play an important role in recreation and relaxation. In Poland, the Great Masurian Lakeland, visited by a million tourists every year, is considered to be the most attractive lake area. However, tourist pressure has several negative effects which cause degradation of the water environment. The aim of this study was to determine the trophic state of Lake Mikołajskie which is a hub for sailing and motorboating traffic. Values of the trophic status index were calculated from the content of total phosphorus, chlorophyll a and Secchi disc visibility, according to the data from the Voivodeship Inspectorate for Environmental Protection. In summer, the concentration of total phosphorus was 0.019–0.042 mg dm−3 in 2013 and 0.022–0.055 mg dm−3 in 2014. The concentration of chlorophyll a was in the range of 8.3–45.0 μg dm−3 in 2013 and 8.9–22.0 μg dm−3 in 2014. The maximum visibility of Secchi disc reached 2.0 m (2013) and 1.8 m (2014). Based on the calculated, Lake Mikołajskie can be classified as a eutrophic lake. In order to protect lakes from degradation tourists should be educated about the rational use of surface waters and the surrounding catchment. However, it is not only the massive influx of tourists, but also the activity of residents (dictated by economic reasons) that contribute to the pollution of lakes. Therefore, the development of tourism and the economy of the whole region should be harmonious and balanced so that the natural resources can serve us and future generations for as long as possible.
Imagine Paradise in Ads
Authors: Waade Anne Marit
Published: February 2017

Paradise has been a significant concept in tourism as well in consumer culture. The present article demonstrates how paradise is presented as visual, spatial and ideal concepts in ads, and how they illustrate imagination as a central communicative effect in marketing and consumer culture. Through an analysis of selected consumer and tourism ads for TV and cinema presented in Denmark, the author points out different ways of reflecting viewers’ imagination of paradise as a place and condition. The author outlines a theoretical framework for understanding imagination from a media-specific perspective as involving cognitive, emotional and sensuous processes, respectively, and looks at how paradise, as an active and present visual matrix in tourism and consumer communication, has a specific appeal to viewers’ imagination.
Hipóteses ontogenéticas relativas à consciência moral: possibilidades em consciência histórica de jovens brasileiros
Authors: Schmidt Maria Auxiliadora Moreira dos Santos
Published: February 2017

Segundo Rüsen (2010), diante de uma situação da vida prática, a tomada de decisões depende de valores e a consciência histórica é um pré-requisito necessário para a mediação entre valores e realidade. Isso porque ela funciona como um modo específico de orientação em situações práticas da vida no presente, porque une o passado ao presente, conferindo perspectivas de futuro à realidade em que se vive, moldando os valores morais a um "corpo temporal". A partir desses pressupostos, foi realizada uma investigação qualitativa (EISNER, 1998) em 60 jovens brasileiros (13 a 16 anos) de camadas populares, alunos de uma escola pública da cidade de Curitiba-PR. Solicitou-se uma narrativa a partir da seguinte questão: "Escreva para um jovem como você suas reflexões sobre o seguinte O altruísmo, o pensamento não efêmero e a diferença ainda têm lugar no mundo contemporâneo?". A escolha dessa questão justifica-se porque foi ela foi sugerida como modelo para exame de ingresso em uma universidade brasileira. Resultados da investigação realizada apontaram para a existência de diferentes formas e valores pelas quais os jovens traduzem o passado para o presente, bem como suas perspectivas de futuro.
PENGARUH PROGRAM KEMITRAAN, LINGKUNGAN KERJA DAN MOTIVASI TERHADAP KINERJA KARYAWAN UMKM DI KECAMATAN BANGIL
Authors: Qomariah Nur
Published: February 2017

ABSTRACTIn many countries in the world, the development and growth of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) is one of the crucial driving force for economic growth. One of the characteristics of dynamic and good economic performance with a high growth rate in the countries of East and Southeast Asia such as South Korea, Singapore, and Taiwan, is in The performence of their SMEs which are highly efficient, productive, and have a level of high competitiveness.SMEs have a considerable role in national economic development in Indonesia. So to say by judging from the number of its business units which were very much present in all sectors of the economy and a major contribution to employment and income. MSMEs have been tested during the economic crisis that hitted Indonesian economy in 1998 and 2008. The crisis can be devastating for business world, especially big business world. However, SMEs which were less of a concern in the past days turns out to be more able to survive and thrive.This study aims to empirically study the effect of variable partnerships, working environment and motivation on employee performance. Respondents surveyed as a sample was the industry employees in BangilThe results of this study indicate that together and partial, partnerships, work environment and motivation have a significant effect on employee performence/ Partnerships variables influence dominantly on employe performence
Constructos em narrativas do ser e do se fazer docente
Authors: Ramos Tamires De Souza , Freitas Nìvia Magalhaes da , Raposo Elinete Oliveira , Freitas Nadia Magalhães da Silva
Published: February 2017

As memórias representam um recurso de (re) significação do passado que na relação dialógica com o presente se reconstrói. Interessa-nos aqui ponderar sobre as histórias, as lembranças e as memórias de escolarização, no sentido de responder a seguinte pergunta de pesquisa: que aspectos são revelados do processo de escolarização, de alunos em formação inicial, que expressam os significados do ser e do se fazer docente? O trabalho de pesquisa configurou-se como pesquisa-ação, no âmbito do módulo de Prática de Ensino I, junto a dez licenciandos do Curso de Ciências Biológicas, da Universidade Federal do Pará. No contexto aqui adotado, a narrativa escrita, materializada em um memorial de formação, constituiu-se opção metodológica de pesquisa, na constituição dos dados, e de formação de professores. Nas narrativas escritas os alunos ganharam crescentemente voz, refletiram sobre si mesmos, expondo sua objetividade e subjetividade, exprimiram aspectos afeitos do ser e do se fazer docente.
O idoso como consumidor hipervulnerável na sociedade de consumo pós-moderna
Authors: Rosa Luiz Carlos Goiabeira , Bernardes Luana Ferreira , Félix Vinícius Cesar
Published: February 2017

O presente artigo tem por objetivo analisar a hipervulnerabilidade do consumidor idoso como reflexo do paradigma jurídico das diferenças. O procedimento metodológico de abordagem do tema adotado é o raciocínio dedutivo-argumentativo, por meio do qual se partirá da generalidade da ideia de desigualdade entre consumidor e fornecedor e se chegará à noção de hipervulnerabilidade do consumidor idoso no cotejo com a aqui considerada vulnerabilidade padrão.
PERAN PENDIDIKAN VOKASI DALAM PEMBANGUNAN EKONOMI
Authors: PH. Slamet
Published: February 2017

Abstract: The Contribution of Vocational Education to Economic Development. One of the challenges lying ahead is how to improve the contribution of vocational education to economic development. Several studies confirm that such contribution is very significant. In the current practices of vocational education, however, there is still a mismatch among quantitative, qualitative, location, and time requirements that stem from the world of work. The world of work requires that vocational education produce graduates that are in line with those four requirements. Efforts to maximize the contribution of vocational education to economic development can be undertaken by offering vocational education based on Indonesian characteristics, strengthening link and match with the world of work, integrating soft skills into learning, and implementing entrepreneurship education (small scale enterprise education). Keywords : vocational education, economic development, link and match, soft skills, and entrepreneurship
PERAN PENDIDIKAN, PELATIHAN BAHASA INGGRIS, DAN TEKNIK KEPEMANDUAN DALAM PENGEMBANGAN MINA WISATA
Authors: Jelantik Swasta Ida Bagus
Published: February 2017

Abstrak: Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mendeskripsikan peranan pendidikan dan pelatihan bahasa Inggris dan teknik kepemanduan dalam meningkatkan kemampuan karyawan CV Dewata Laut dalam melayani wisatawan yang berkunjung ke perusahaan itu. Metode yang digunakan adalah metode praeksperimental dengan perlakuan berupa pendidikan dan pelatihan bahasa Inggris dan teknik kepemanduan. Data dikumpulkan melalui teknik tes, observasi, wawancara, dan kuesioner. Tes yang dipakai adalah tes pemahaman dan tes keterampilan yang dilakukan sebelum kegiatan (pretes) dan setelah kegiatan (postes). Data dianalisis melalui teknik deskriptif kuantitatif dan kualitatif. Hasil yang diperoleh dalam penelitian ini adalah (1) kemampuan berbahasa Inggris para karyawan CV. Dewata Laut meningkat sebanyak 53,69 persen; (2) kemampuan teknik kepemanduan meningkat sebanyak 49,53 persen; dan (3) kemampuan melayani wisatawan karyawan juga meningkat. Kata Kunci: pendidikan, pelatihan, bahasa Inggris, keknik kepemanduanTHE ROLE OF EDUCATION, TRAINING IN ENGLISH, AND THE GUIDING TECHNIQUE ON FISHERIES TOURISM DEVELOPMENT Abstract: The purpose of this research was to describe the role of education, training in English and the guiding technique on improving the ability of CV. Dewata Laut workers in serving tourists who visited this company. This study used the pre-experiment design with education, training in English, and the guiding technique as the treatments. The data were collected by administering a test, conducting observations and interviews and distributing questionnaires. The test was a comprehension test administered before and after the treatments. The data were analyzed through descriptive qualitative and quantitative analyses. The findings showed that (1) the ability of C.V. Dewata Laut workers improved by 53.69%; (2) the ability in guiding also improved by 49.53%; (3) the ability to serve the tourists also improved. Keywords: education, training in English, guiding technique