bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Frequency of dental caries in active and inactive systemic lupus erythematous patients: salivary and bacterial factors
Authors: Loyola Rodriguez J P , Galvan Torres L J , Martinez Martinez R E , Abud Mendoza C , Medina Solis C E , Ramos Coronel S , Garcia Cortes J O , Domínguez Pérez R A
Published: April 2016

Objective

The objective of this study was to determine dental caries frequency and to analyze salivary and bacterial factors associated with active and inactive systemic lupus erythematous (SLE) patients. Also, a proposal to identify dental caries by a surface, teeth, and the patient was developed.

Material and methods

A cross-sectional, blinded study that included 60 SLE patients divided into two groups of 30 subjects each, according to the Activity Index for Diagnosis of Systemic Lupus Erythematous (SLEDAI). The decayed, missing, and filled teeth (DMFT) index and Integrative Dental Caries Index (IDCI) were used for analyzing dental caries. The saliva variables recorded were: flow, pH, and buffer capacity. The DNA copies of Streptococcus mutans and Streptococcus sobrinus were estimated by real-time PCR.

Results

The caries frequency was 85% for SLE subjects (73.3% for inactive systemic lupus erythematous (ISLE) and 100% for active systemic lupus erythematous (ASLE)); DMFT for the SLE group was 12.6 ± 5.7 and the IDCI was (9.8 ± 5.9). The ASLE group showed a salivary flow of 0.65 compared with 0.97 ml/1 min from the ISLE group; all variables mentioned above showed a statistical difference ( p < 0.05). The salivary pH was 4.6 (6.06 for ISLE and 3.9 for ASLE). The DNA copies of S. mutans and S. sobrinus were high; all variables mentioned above show a significant statistical difference ( p < 0.05) between groups.

Conclusion

SLE patients had high DMFT and IDCI scores that were associated with a decrease in salivary flow, pH, and buffer capacity. There were high counts of S. sobrinus and S. mutans species, and IDCI is a useful tool to provide more detail about dental caries in epidemiological studies.
Father–Son Communication
Authors: Johnson Waldo E. , Rich Lauren M. , Keene Lance C.
Published: April 2016

Compared with their White counterparts, preadolescent and adolescent males of color are disproportionately exposed to violence from multiple sources, including law enforcement, neighborhood community violence, and racially motivated attacks. Existing preventive and intervention strategies have primarily focused on the policing and/or reformation of individual youth. Alternatively, this article draws on both social-ecological and risk and resilience frameworks to argue for the mobilization of fathers, social fathers, and their sons of color, in a communication intervention strategy that enhances father–son communication about successful navigation of diverse neighborhood contexts post-Ferguson. Such an intervention may improve individuals’ outcomes and neighborhood collective efficacy by strengthening fathers’ and sons’ engagement in their roles in families, neighborhoods, and communities.
Examining the Factor Structure of the Self-Report of Psychopathy Short-Form Across Four Young Adult Samples
Authors: Dotterer Hailey L. , Waller Rebecca , Neumann Craig S. , Shaw Daniel S. , Forbes Erika E. , Hariri Ahmad R. , Hyde Luke W.
Published: April 2016

Psychopathy refers to a range of complex behaviors and personality traits, including callousness and antisocial behavior, typically studied in criminal populations. Recent studies have used self-reports to examine psychopathic traits among noncriminal samples. The goal of the current study was to examine the underlying factor structure of the Self-Report of Psychopathy Scale–Short Form (SRP-SF) across complementary samples and examine the impact of gender on factor structure. We examined the structure of the SRP-SF among 2,554 young adults from three undergraduate samples and a high-risk young adult sample. Using confirmatory factor analysis, a four-correlated factor model and a four-bifactor model showed good fit to the data. Evidence of weak invariance was found for both models across gender. These findings highlight that the SRP-SF is a useful measure of low-level psychopathic traits in noncriminal samples, although the underlying factor structure may not fully translate across men and women.
Bandgap of flexural wave in periodic bi-layer beam
Authors: Guo Zhiwei , Sheng Meiping
Published: April 2016

A periodic bi-layer beam structure is proposed and the bandgap characteristic of flexural wave is studied in this paper. The single cell is made up of two bi-layer beams with four components. For the infinite structure, the flexural wave bandgap frequency algorithm is theoretically derived through Timoshenko beam theory, Hamilton principle, Bloch-Floquet theory and transfer matrix method. An analytical example is presented to illustrate the bandgap characteristic and FEA software simulation is conducted to demonstrate the validation of the algorithm. For the finite structure, the vibration transmission characteristic is studied with FEA software to show the flexural wave attenuation behavior of the periodic bi-layer beam. The results reveal that, the flexural wave is attenuated gradually in the stopband along the direction of wave propagation, while in the passband, it will propagate without attenuation. Comparisons with periodic single layer beam are studied to verify the convenience and flexibility of bi-layer beam. Finally, parametric influences on bandgaps are discussed, which will help the designers to make a better design for vibration reduction.
Ethnicity and Sexual Attitudes Affect Women’s Judgments of Sexual Victimization Risk
Authors: Crawford Jennifer N. , Leiting Kari A. , Yeater Elizabeth A. , Verney Steven P. , Lenberg Kathryn L.
Published: April 2016

This study evaluated the effects of ethnicity, sexual attitudes, and sexual victimization history on women’s judgments of sexual victimization risk in a set of dating and social scenarios. An ethnically diverse sample of undergraduate women ( n = 408) were asked to rate how risky the situations were in terms of having an unwanted sexual experience. American Indian women rated the situations as more risky than did non-Hispanic White or Hispanic women. In addition, participants with more positive attitudes toward a range of sexual experiences rated the situations as less risky than did women with less positive attitudes. Possible implications are discussed.
Forming limit diagrams by including the M–K model in finite element simulation considering the effect of bending
Authors: Habibi Mostafa , Hashemi Ramin , Ghazanfari Ahmad , Naghdabadi Reza , Assempour Ahmad
Published: April 2016

Forming limit diagram is often used as a criterion to predict necking initiation in sheet metal forming processes. In this study, the forming limit diagram was obtained through the inclusion of the Marciniak–Kaczynski model in the Nakazima out-of-plane test finite element model and also a flat model. The effect of bending on the forming limit diagram was investigated numerically and experimentally. Data required for this simulation were determined through a simple tension test in three directions. After comparing the results of the flat and Nakazima finite element models with the experimental results, the forming limit diagram computed by the Nakazima finite element model was more convenient with less than 10% at the lower level of the experimental forming limit diagram.
Formability limits by wrinkling in sheet metal forming
Authors: Magrinho JPG , Silva CMA , Silva MB , Martins Paulo AF
Published: April 2016

This paper presents a new combined experimental and theoretical methodology for determining the formability limits by wrinkling in sheet metal forming. The methodology is based on the utilization of rectangular test specimens clamped along its narrower sides and compressed lengthwise and is aimed at replicating the physics behind the occurrence of wrinkling in deformation regions submitted to in-plane compression along one direction. The methodology draws from a previous development in the field of flexible roll forming, and the overall objectives are to enhance and improve its methods and procedures and to provide a new level of understanding on the onset of wrinkling in sheet metal forming. Experimentation and finite element modelling of cylindrical deep-drawing without blank holder combined with the utilization of the space of effective strain vs. stress triaxiality are employed to discuss the applicability and validity of the new proposed methodology for determining the formability limits by wrinkling.
Can We Trust Best Practices? Six Cognitive Challenges of Evidence-Based Approaches
Authors: Klein Devorah E. , Woods David D. , Klein Gary , Perry Shawna J.
Published: April 2016

There is a growing popularity of data-driven best practices in a variety of fields. Although we applaud the impulse to replace anecdotes with evidence, it is important to appreciate some of the cognitive constraints on promulgating best practices to be used by practitioners. We use the evidence-based medicine (EBM) framework that has become popular in health care to raise questions about whether the approach is consistent with how people actually make decisions to manage patient safety. We examine six potential disconnects and suggest ways to strengthen best practices strategies.
Numerical analysis of natural convection of magnetohydrodynamic flow in vertical micro-channel with rarefaction effects and radiative heat transfer
Authors: Abdollahzadeh Jamalabadi Mohammad Yaghoub , Kim Se Won , Lee Chang Yeop , Park Jae Hyun
Published: April 2016

In this article, we present a comprehensive analysis of the flow and heat transfer characteristics of a fully developed incompressible, electrically conducting, and radiatively active fluid flow in micro-channel in the presence of transverse magnetic field. The Navier–Stokes and energy governing equations for magnetohydrodynamic flow, including thermal radiation and rarefaction effects, are considered to examine the wall properties (friction and heat transfer) and the flow properties (temperature and velocity). Two rarefaction effects of velocity slip and temperature jump at the wall are modeled as the product of characteristic slip/jump length and the first derivatives of velocity and temperature, respectively. Since the natural convection of magnetohydrodynamic flow in channel is resulted from the competition between deriving forces by pressure gradient, temperature gradient, and magnetic field, its flow and heat transfer characteristics should be understood systematically. First, we obtain the system parameters representing thermal radiation, buoyancy, magnetic field, temperature difference, velocity slip length, and temperature jump length through the non-dimensionalization process, and then their influences are rigorously evaluated by solving the governing equations numerically using Runge–Kutta algorithm with shooting method.
Predictors of Prolonged Hospital Stay in Status Migrainosus
Authors: Modi S. Y. , Dharaiya D. , Katramados A. M. , Mitsias P.
Published: April 2016

Background:

Patients with status migrainosus often need to be admitted due to the severity of their headaches. Their hospitalization is often prolonged due to poor headache control. Large sample studies looking into the factors associated with prolonged length of stay (pLOS) in status migrainosus are lacking.

Methods:

We utilized the Nationwide Inpatient Sample database to identify 4325 patients with primary discharge diagnosis of status migrainosus. Length of inpatient stay (LOS) of more than 6 days (90th percentile of LOS) was defined as pLOS. Patient demographics, hospital characteristics, mood disorders, anxiety disorder, and common medical comorbidities were identified. Multivariable logistic regression was used to identify factors associated with pLOS.

Results:

We found 402 patients with pLOS. Female gender, African American race, mood disorder, obesity, opioid abuse, congestive heart failure, and chronic renal failure were significant independent predictors of pLOS. Median inflation-adjusted cost of hospitalization was USD$3829 (interquartile range: 2419-5809).

Conclusion:

We were able to identify several factors associated with pLOS in status migrainosus. Most of the factors we found were similar to those known to increase the prevalence and severity of migraine in the general population. Knowledge of these factors may help physicians identify high-risk patients to institute early migraine abortive and prophylactic treatment in order to shorten the length of hospital stay.
Ethical and regulatory aspects of genome editing
Authors: Kohn Donald B. , Porteus Matthew H. , Scharenberg Andrew M.
Published: April 2016

Gene editing is a rapidly developing area of biotechnology in which the nucleotide sequence of the genome of living cells is precisely changed. The use of genome-editing technologies to modify various types of blood cells, including hematopoietic stem cells, has emerged as an important field of therapeutic development for hematopoietic disease. Although these technologies offer the potential for generation of transformative therapies for patients suffering from myriad disorders of hematopoiesis, their application for therapeutic modification of primary human cells is still in its infancy. Consequently, development of ethical and regulatory frameworks that ensure their safe and effective use is an increasingly important consideration. Here, we review a number of issues that have the potential to impact the clinical implementation of genome-editing technologies, and suggest paths forward for resolving them such that new therapies can be safely and rapidly translated to the clinic.
A genome editing primer for the hematologist
Authors: Hoban Megan D. , Bauer Daniel E.
Published: April 2016

Gene editing enables the site-specific modification of the genome. These technologies have rapidly advanced such that they have entered common use in experimental hematology to investigate genetic function. In addition, genome editing is becoming increasingly plausible as a treatment modality to rectify genetic blood disorders and improve cellular therapies. Genome modification typically ensues from site-specific double-strand breaks and may result in a myriad of outcomes. Even single-strand nicks and targeted biochemical modifications that do not permanently alter the DNA sequence (epigenome editing) may be powerful instruments. In this review, we examine the various technologies, describe their advantages and shortcomings for engendering useful genetic alterations, and consider future prospects for genome editing to impact hematology.
How I treat refractory immune thrombocytopenia
Authors: Cuker Adam , Neunert Cindy E.
Published: April 2016

This article summarizes our approach to the management of children and adults with primary immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) who do not respond to, cannot tolerate, or are unwilling to undergo splenectomy. We begin with a critical reassessment of the diagnosis and a deliberate attempt to exclude nonautoimmune causes of thrombocytopenia and secondary ITP. For patients in whom the diagnosis is affirmed, we consider observation without treatment. Observation is appropriate for most asymptomatic patients with a platelet count of 20 to 30 × 109/L or higher. We use a tiered approach to treat patients who require therapy to increase the platelet count. Tier 1 options (rituximab, thrombopoietin receptor agonists, low-dose corticosteroids) have a relatively favorable therapeutic index. We exhaust all Tier 1 options before proceeding to Tier 2, which comprises a host of immunosuppressive agents with relatively lower response rates and/or greater toxicity. We often prescribe Tier 2 drugs not alone but in combination with a Tier 1 or a second Tier 2 drug with a different mechanism of action. We reserve Tier 3 strategies, which are of uncertain benefit and/or high toxicity with little supporting evidence, for the rare patient with serious bleeding who does not respond to Tier 1 and Tier 2 therapies.
A Novel, More Efficient Approach to Generate Bioactive Inhibins
Authors: Walton Kelly L. , Kelly Emily K. , Johnson Katharine E. , Robertson David M. , Stanton Peter G. , Harrison Craig A.
Published: April 2016

Gonadal-derived inhibins are essential factors in mammalian reproduction, negatively regulating pituitary production of FSH. Interestingly, declines in inhibin levels across the menopause transition correlate with not only an increase in FSH but also a rapid decrease in bone mass. Therefore, inhibins have been touted as potential therapeutics for osteoporosis in postmenopausal women. However, as heterodimeric proteins of α- and β- (βA or βB)-subunits, inhibins are difficult to produce recombinantly, are poorly processed to their mature bioactive forms, and their expression is always accompanied by production of activins (β-subunit homodimers), the proteins they antagonize. In this study, we developed the methodology to circumvent most of these issues. Initially, the cleavage sites between the pro- and mature domains of the α- and βA-subunits were modified to ensure complete processing. These modifications led to a marked increase (9-fold) in the levels of bioactive inhibin A and a striking decrease (12.5-fold) in mature activin A production. Next, a single point mutation (M418A) was incorporated into the βA-subunit, which reduced residual activin activity approximately 100-fold and, in so doing, increased inhibin bioactivity 8-fold. Finally, we showed that inhibin A noncovalently associated with its prodomain was more potent (∼20-fold) than mature inhibin A in specific in vitro bioassays, indicating an important role of the prodomain in inhibin bioactivity. In conclusion, the production of potent inhibin analogs in the virtual absence of activin activity will greatly facilitate the investigation of the therapeutic potential of these gonadal hormones on bone and other tissues.
From Karamanlis to Tsipras: The Greek Debt Crisis through Historical and Political Perspectives
Authors: Bistis George
Published: April 2016

The year 2015 started with a great promise for austerity-harmed people in Greece, but within a few months the promise began to fade as reality sunk in. It was a year that the Coalition of the Radical Left (SYRIZA) achieved a historic electoral triumph in Greece. SYRIZA came to power promising to end the austerity era. However, from its first days in office, the new government realized that keeping this promise would be a far greater challenge than winning the election. Cancelation of the austerity measures required renegotiation of Greece's bailout loans, loans that were conditional on Greece's implementation of these measures. Given that the European lenders had their reasons for setting things up this way, it was not long before Greece's strong anti-austerity drive set the country on a collision course with the eurozone. The negotiations between the two sides are examined in this essay through the perspective of Greece's half-century-long relationship with the European Union and against a backdrop of personal observations and comment, relevant public sentiments, and critical events defining each period discussed.
Control of Aedes aegypti in a remote Guatemalan community vulnerable to dengue, chikungunya and Zika virus: Prospective evaluation of an integrated intervention of web-based health worker training in vector control, low-cost ecological ovillantas, and community engagement
Authors: Ulibarri Gerard , Betanzos Angel , Betanzos Mireya , Rojas Juan Jacobo
Published: April 2016

Objective: To study the effectiveness of an integrated intervention of health worker training, a low-cost ecological mosquito ovitrap, and community engagement on Aedes spp. mosquito control over 10 months in 2015 in an urban remote community in Guatemala at risk of dengue, chikungunya and Zika virus transmission.

Methods: We implemented a three-component integrated intervention consisting of: web-based training of local health personnel in vector control, cluster-randomized assignment of ecological ovillantas or standard ovitraps to capture Aedes aegypti mosquito eggs, and community engagement to promote participation of community members and health personnel in the understanding and maintenance of ovitraps for mosquito control. The intervention was implemented in local collaboration with the Ministry of Health’s Vector Control Programme, and in international collaboration with the National Institute of Public Health in Mexico.

Findings: Eighty percent of the 25 local health personnel enrolled in the training programme received accreditation of their improved knowledge of vector control. Significantly more eggs were trapped by  ecological ovillantas than standard ovitraps over the 10 month (42 week) study period (t=5.2577; p<0.05). Among both community members and health workers, the levels of knowledge, interest, and participation in community mosquito control and trapping increased. Recommendations for enhancing and sustaining community mosquito control were identified.

Conclusion: Our three-component integrated intervention proved beneficial to this remote community at risk of mosquito-borne diseases such as dengue, chikungunya, and Zika. The combination of training of health workers, low-cost ecological ovillanta to destroy the second generation of mosquitoes, and community engagement ensured the project met local needs and fostered collaboration and participation of the community, which can help improve sustainability. The ovillanta intervention and methodology may be modified to target other species such as Culex, should it be established that such mosquitoes carry Zika virus in addition to Aedes.
Nature of gamma radiation variations during atmospheric precipitations
Authors: Германенко Алексей , Germanenko Aleksey , Балабин Юрий , Balabin Yuriy , Гвоздевский Борис , Gvozdevsky Boris , Щур Леонид , Schur Leonid
Published: April 2016

The complex facility for continuous monitoring of various components of secondary cosmic rays was developed in the Polar Geophysical Institute. Increases in gamma-radiation during precipitation are found to occur during the year regardless of a season. As shown in a series of experiments, there is no precipitation pollution by any radionuclides of natural or artificial origins. Radiation spectrum does not have any characteristic lines of elements. The mechanism which satisfactorily describes this phenomenon was proposed.
A wind effect of neutron component of cosmic rays at Antarctic station “Mirny”
Authors: Кобелев Павел , Kobelev Pavel , Абунин Артем , Abunin Artem , Абунина Мария , Abunina Mariya , Преображенский Максим , Preobrajenskiy Maksim , Смирнов Дмитрий , Smirnov Dmitriy , Луковникова Анна , Lukovnikova Anna
Published: April 2016

Estimation of barometric coefficient for neutron component of cosmic rays was performed for Antarctic station Mirny taking into account effect of dynamic pressure caused by wind in the atmosphere. Hourly data of continue monitoring of neutron component and data of the local meteo station have been used for the period 2007-2014. Wind velocity at the observatory Mirny reaches 20-40 m/s in winter that corresponds to dynamic pressure of 5-6 mb and leads to the error of 5% in variations of neutron component because of dynamic effect in the atmosphere. The results are interesting for high latitude and high mountain detectors, where affect Bernulli may be significant.
EXPERIENCE OF THE ANALYSIS OF PR SERVICE ACTIVITY OF REGIONAL AUTHORITIES (ON THE EXAMPLE OF THE OREL REGION)
Authors: Гостенина  , Gostenina Valentina , Байрамов  , Bayramov Vagif , Дорохова  , Dorokhova Yuliya
Published: April 2016

The article is the result of the analysis of sites of regional authorities, characterizing the activity of PR services. The research methodology includes the use of the method of document analysis, comparative analysis and logical interpretation of the results set out in the form of conclusions on the affected issue. The document is understood as the site of the authority, like the media; non-formalized document analysis is used as a kind of method. The document analysis was conducted in June 2015. In the analysis the following sites are used for the regional legislative power of the Orel region - http://oreloblsovet.ru/, for the executive - http://orel-region.ru/, for the judiciary - http: //oblsud.orl .sudrf.ru /. The results of the study are the results of the analysis of documents (sites) and the conclusions of the authors of the article about the possibility of using non-formal analysis to the evaluation of the government activity, about the effectiveness of the various branches of the Internet resource as the main mechanism for public relations.
INTERETHNIC TOLERANCE AS A FACTOR OF IMAGE FORMATION AND MORALE OF STSI EMPLOYEE
Authors: Леонова  , Leonova Irina
Published: April 2016

The article is devoted to issues of ethnic and religious tolerance. This problem seems quite appropriate in light of the tasks assigned to the Internal Affairs bodies, the formation of techniques and methods of tolerant behaviour when communicating with the public. Intolerable acts of bias and incorrect relations, infringement of the rights of road users on grounds of ethnic, religious, and social intolerance or hostility. Comprehensive and systematic work on the formation and maintenance of tolerance in the environment of the traffic police is only possible on the basis of empirical research, allowing to identify the essential characteristics and specific features of the tolerance police.
BELARUS BETWEEN RUSSIA AND THE WEST: TO THE PROSPECTS OF BILATERAL TIES IN THE CONTEXT OF THE UKRAINIAN CRISIS
Authors: Лаптева  , Lapteva Yuliya , Слинько  , Slinko Aleksandr , Узилевский  , Uzilevskiy Gennadiy
Published: April 2016

The article analyzes some problems affecting the prospects of Russian-Belarusian relations in the context of the Ukrainian crisis. The current international situation also affects the range of possibilities of transformation of the political regime in Belarus. The article analyzes some positions of Western scholars, providing differing views on the nature of the conflict between Russia and the West, as well as the proposed approaches to the development of relations between the West and Belarus. The analysis allows to define the Russian interests in the development of relations with Belarus more clearly. Currently, among the factors that negatively affect the prospects of bilateral relations the authors point out the economic downturn in Russia, deep structural crisis of the Belarusian economy, the objective shortcomings of existing integration institutions. A significant negative factor is the fact that the Ukrainian crisis contributes to the politicization of issues of bilateral cooperation, which introduces complexity in the formation of stable partnerships.
POLITICAL REPUTATION IN THE REGIONAL PROCESS OF THE RUSSIAN FEDERATION: PROBLEMS OF FORMATION AND MANAGEMENT
Authors: Елисеев  , Eliseev Anatoliy
Published: April 2016

In the article the problems of formation of political reputation of authorities at the regional level are considered. The role of political subjects in the course of creation of reputation and image of the region is reasoned. The basic communication elements of management model of reputation of political subjects are allocated. The author pays attention to specifics of development of reputation communications. Problems of regional political process in modern Russia are generalized. The major factors constraining development of political reputation in the country are revealed.
MODERN MANIFESTATIONS OF SCOTTISH "NATIONALISM" IN THE CONDITIONS OF POLITICAL STRUGGLE FOR STATE SOVEREIGNTY OF SCOTLAND
Authors: Тюрин  , Tyurin Evgeniy , Савинова  , Savinova Elena
Published: April 2016

The article analyzes the contemporary manifestations of the political struggle for the acquisition of Scottish national independence. Attempting to reveal the specifics of the modern Scottish «nationalism», the authors conclude that the success of the political opposition to the British bourgeois neo-liberal etatism is largely dependent on the social and democratic and egalitarian orientation of the Scottish national idea.
LEGAL ASPECTS OF THE RIGHT OF A CITIZEN OF THE RUSSIAN FEDERATION ON THE STORAGE AND DISTRIBUTION OF PERSONAL DATA IN TERMS OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT AND WORLD GLOBALIZATION
Authors: Синкевич  , Sinkevich Ekaterina
Published: April 2016

The modern society, having entered a way of postindustrial (information) progress, has unlimited access to various information technologies. The modern person can’t imagine his life without Internet network, mobile communication and instant messages, e-mail, electronic payments and credit cards. However, «simplification» of modern human life entails set of infringements in the sphere of constitutional and civil human rights. The basic feature of legal regulation of the right of a citizen of the Russian Federation on the storage and distribution of personal data in terms of social development and world globalization is conformity of laws to basic issues of the Constitution of the Russian Federation and practical applicability.
ABOUT THE ROLE OF THE STATE AND GOVERNMENT IN CONDITIONS OF POLITICIZED ECONOMY
Authors: Прокопович  , Prokopovich Galina
Published: April 2016

The article deals with the problems of antimonopoly policy and development of small and medium enterprises in conditions of protectionism in Russia. On the basis of comparative analysis of the industrial economies of the various countries and of government tools used for social and economic development, the problems are identified and the mechanisms of implementation of antimonopoly policy and development of small and medium enterprises in conditions of protectionism in Russia are suggested. The author proves the necessity of transformation of the Russian economy, the mainstay of which serves small and medium businesses in crisis.
PUBLIC AND PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP IN MANAGEMENT OF INSTITUTIONAL REFORMS
Authors: Мамонтова  , Mamontova Yuliya , Морозова  , Morozova Anastasiya
Published: April 2016

The article determines the role of public and private partnerships in conditions of institutional reforms of modern Russia. The analysis of specific characteristics, the most important features, concepts and basic directions of realization of PPP projects allows to declare the effectiveness of this management institution.

The authors demonstrated that a condition for the effectiveness of public-private partnership projects is the focus on the satisfaction of social needs on the basis of the connection of experience and resources of all entities of the PPP project, the implementation of cost-effective and socially significant risk project provided that the economic operators of high quality services. The authors proved that state intervention is aimed at reducing market failures related to the monopolization, lack of profitability of some significant activities, structural imbalances, etc. Developed backward and forward linkages are a prerequisite for identifying social needs and the degree of their satisfaction.
FORMATION INSTRUMENTS AND EFFECTIVE MANAGEMENT OF REGIONAL CLUSTERS
Authors: Симонова  , Simonova Evgeniya
Published: April 2016

An important direction of social and economic development of the Russian Federation is mobilization of the potential of the territories for economic growth within the innovative model of development. One of the effective tools for solving this problem is the formation of regional clusters and efficient management. In this regard, the need to develop effective updated tools of formation and the effective management of regional clusters, combining public and private sectors, is actual.
MANAGEMENT CONTROL OF LABOUR EFFICIENCY OF BUSINESS WORKERS: SALARY
Authors: Парушина  , Parushina Natalya , Лытнева  , Lytnyeva Natalya , Кулик  , Kulik Igor
Published: April 2016

A key component of the system of management of labour efficiency in business is salary. The solution of social problems in the region, growth in labor productivity, increase of business efficiency depend on the level of salary; the mechanism of calculation and payment of which is the subject to systematic control. Organization of the system of salary control at the level of the business entity, the definition of control procedures and responsibility centers are still the urgent problems of management control of labour efficiency.
TO THE QUESTION OF AUTONOMY OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT IN MODERN RUSSIA
Authors: Модникова  , Modnikova Tatyana
Published: April 2016

The article investigates the autonomy of local governments in addressing to issues of local importance in the modern science of constitutional and municipal law. The author shows the different approaches to this issue, analyzing the role of public authorities and their powers.

The author substantiates the Russian Federation as a sovereign state which has the right to provide adequate measures of responsibility of local authorities and elected officials of local self-government.
Notes on two recent results of Audenaert
Authors: Han Yazhou , Shao Jingjing
Published: April 2016

In this article we prove some inequalities for $\tau$-measurable operators which are related to two recent results of Audenaert.
Factors of affecting students' career values: The example of faculty of sports science
Öğrencilerin kariyer değerlerini etkileyen faktörler: Spor bilimleri fakültesi örneği
Authors: Pala Adem
Published: April 2016

Purpose of this study was to investigation of factors of affecting students’ values faculty of sports science. The survey population was consisted of Sports Science Faculty students. The sample constituted a total of 400 students from Marmara University, Istanbul University, Mugla Sıtkı Kocman University and Tokat Gazi Osman Pasa University (220 male and 180 female) third grade students and fourth grade students in 2015-2016 academic year. The survey “Career Anchor Scale” constituted by Eyuboglu (2006) was used as a data collection tool. Frequency and percentage of the data were calculated, independent t test, one-way ANOVA test and Tukey test was used for data analysis on SPSS 20.0 (Statistical package for social sciences) package program.Findings; Participatied students whose 220 male and 180 female and mean of age was 20,9. Consequently, significant differences were found between genders in terms of Career Anchor  “career satisfaction”, “safety/steady” and “ self-commitment” sub dimension (p<0.05).Significant differences were found between university variable  in terms of Career Anchor “safety/steady” “pure defiance”, “life-style”,  and “entrepreneurship/creativity” sub dimension (p<0.05). ÖzetBu çalışma spor bilimleri fakültesi öğrencilerinin kariyer değer algılarının tespit etmek amacıyla yapılmıştır. Çalışmanın everenini Türkiye’deki Spor Bilimleri Fakültelerinde 2015-2016 eğitim-öğretim yılında 3.  ve 4. sınıflarda okuyan öğrenciler oluşturmaktadır. Örneklem grubunu ise Marmara Üniversitesi, İstanbul Üniversitesi, Tokat Gazi Osman Paşa Üniversitesi ve Muğla Sıtkı Koçman Üniversitesi Spor Bilimleri Fakültelerinde okuyan 400 öğrenci oluşturmaktadır. Örneklem grubunun görüşlerini tespit etmek amacıyla Eyüboğlu (2006) tarafından geliştirilen “Kariyer Değerleri Ölçeği” veri toplama aracı olarak kullanılmıştır. Elde edilen veriler SPSS 20.0 istatistik programında analiz edilerek soruların yüzde ve frekans değerleri, t-testi, tek yönlü varyans analizi (ANOVA), Tukey çoklu karşılaştırma testleri kullanılmıştır. Bulgular; Çalışmaya katılan öğrencilerin yaş ortalaması 20,9’ dur. Katılımcıların 220’si erkek 180’i ise kadınlardan oluşmaktadır. Araştırma sonucunda (p<0.05). Spor Bilimleri Fakültesi öğrencilerinin cinsiyetlerine göre, “Kariyer Memnuniyeti”, “Güvenlik/İstikrar”, “Kendini Adama” alt boyutları için istatistiksel olarak anlamlı bir farklılık bulunmuştur (p<0.05). Öğrencilerinin okudukları üniversite değişkenine göre “Özerklik/Bağımsızlık”, “Saf Meydan Okuma”, “Hayat Tarzı” ve “Girişimcilik/ Yaratıcılık” alt boyutlarında istatistiksel olarak anlamlı bir farklılık bulunmuştur (p<0.05).
Karakteristik Pengembangan Wilayah Sebelum dan Sesudah Pemekaran Kabupaten Jayapura
Authors: Udiarto Agustinus Kaeng
Published: April 2016

Isu pengembangan wilayah di Jayapura tidak dapat dipisahkan dari isu pemekaran wilayah. Pemekaran wilayah di Kabupaten Jayapura pada hakekatnya dilakukan untuk menciptakan pemerintah yang efektif dan efisien serta diharapkan mampu menciptakan lapangan pekerjaan, mengurangi tingkat kemiskinan, meningkatkan pelayanan baik kesehatan maupun pendidikan yang diikuti dengan bertambahnya sarana infrastruktur yang memadai. Di samping itu, pemekaran wilayah di Kabupaten Jayapura bertujuan untuk memeratakan persebaran penduduk dan mempercepat proses pengembangan wilayah. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengembangan wilayah di Kabupaten Jayapura sebelum dan setelah pemekaran, dengan rentang waktu 2002 dan 2012. Analisis pengaruh pemekaran terhadap pengembangan wilayah dibatasi pada aspek ekonomi, sosial kependudukan dan infrastruktur. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kuantitatif untuk untuk membandingkan kondisi variabel-variabel terpilih sebelum dan sesudah pemekaran. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa secara makro pengaruh pemekaran di Kabupaten Jayapura memiliki kecenderungan positif, baik dari aspek ekonomi maupun sosial kependudukan. Secara mikro, pengaruh pemekaran di Kabupaten Jayapura pada aspek ekonomi di variabel angka pengangguran menunjukkan kecenderungan perkembangan yang negatif. Pada aspek sosial kependudukan hanya pada variabel rasio guru terhadap murid yang menunjukan kecenderungan negative, sedangkan pada aspek infrastruktur menunjukkan kecenderungan perkembangan yang positif.
Canonical holomorphic sections of determinant line bundles
Authors: Kaad Jens , Nest Ryszard
Published: April 2016

We investigate the analytic properties of torsion isomorphisms (determinants) of mapping cone triangles of Fredholm complexes. Our main tool is a generalization to Fredholm complexes of the perturbation isomorphisms constructed by R. Carey and J. Pincus for Fredholm operators. A perturbation isomorphism is a canonical isomorphism of determinants of homology groups associated to a finite rank perturbation of Fredholm complexes. The perturbation isomorphisms allow us to establish the invariance properties of the torsion isomorphisms under finite rank perturbations. We then show that the perturbation isomorphisms provide a holomorphic structure on the determinant lines over the space of Fredholm complexes. Finally, we establish that the torsion isomorphisms and the perturbation isomorphisms provide holomorphic sections of certain determinant line bundles.
Integrated Seismic Survey for Detecting Landslide Effects on High Speed Rail Line at Istanbul–Turkey
Authors: Grit Mert , Kanli Ali Ismet
Published: April 2016

In this study, Multichannel Analysis of Surface Waves Method (MASW), seismic refraction tomography and seismic reflection methods are used together at Silivri district in Istanbul – a district with a landslide problem because of the high speed rail line project crossing through the area. The landslide structure, border and depth of the slip plane are investigated and correlated within the local geology. According to the obtained 2D seismic sections, the landslide occurs through the East-West direction in the study area and the landslide slip plane with its border are clearly obtained under the subsurface. The results prove that the study area is suitable enough for the landslide development and this evolution also affects the high speed rail line project.
A coupled system of nonlinear differential equations involving m nonlinear terms
Authors: Taieb Amele , Dahmani Zoubir
Published: April 2016

In this paper, we study a coupled system of
nonlinear fractional differential equations involving m nonlinear terms,

m
∈

ℕ
*

${m\in\mathbb{N^{*}}}$

. We begin by introducing a new Banach space.
Then, we establish new existence and uniqueness results using the Banach
contraction principle. We also prove an existence result using
the Schaefer fixed point theorem. Finally, we give some illustrative
examples.
Monocyte chemoattractant protein 1 and macrophage migration inhibitory factor in children with type 1 diabetes
Authors: Ismail Nagwa Abdallah , Abd El Baky Abeer N. , Ragab Shadia , Hamed Mona , Hashish Maha Abo , Shehata Abed
Published: April 2016

: Serum monocyte chemoattractant protein 1 (MCP-1) and macrophage migration inhibitory factor (MIF) could be involved in the pathophysiological process of diabetes. The aim of the study was to evaluate MCP-1 and MIF in patients with diabetes mellitus type 1 (T1DM) and to assess its relation to diabetic control.

The study included 39 patients with type 1 diabetes and 38 healthy volunteers. Blood sample was taken for assessment of glycosylated hemoglobin, serum MIF and MCP-1.

: Serum MIF and MCP-1 were significantly higher in diabetic cases than in healthy controls. HbA

: A significant increase of serum level of MIF and serum MCP-1 was found in patients with T1DM. These results support that MCP-1 and MIF could be a therapeutic target to treat diabetes and to prevent its complications.
A unique case of growth hormone and human chorionic gonadotropin treatment in a 45,X male with Y: autosome translocation and literature review
Authors: Mareri Arianna , Iezzi MariaLaura , Salvatore Alessia , Ligas Claudio , D’Alessandro Elvira
Published: April 2016

Maleness associated with a 45,X karyotype is a rare condition in childhood. It is usually diagnosed in adult age because of infertility. We report a unique case of an unbalanced translocation t(Y;21) in a 14-year-old boy with 45,X karyotype referred because of short stature, thin habitus and puberty delay. Hormone analysis showed low serum levels of basal testosterone, insulin-like growth factor (IGF-I) and gonadotrophins. Diagnosis of GH deficiency and puberty delay were made. He was treated with human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) and GH therapy, respectively, for 6 and 24 months.
Research Collaboration in Saudi Arabia 1980–2014: Bibliometric Patterns and National Policy to Foster Research Quantity and Quality
Authors: Shehatta Ibrahim , Mahmood Khalid
Published: April 2016

Using bibliometric indicators from InCites
Crystal structure of 2-[4-(1H-imidazol-1-yl)phenyl]-1H-benzimidazol-3-ium [2-(carboxymethyl)phenyl]acetate monohydrate, C26H24N4O5
Authors: Guang-Zhen Liu , Xin-Wei Li , Yun-Ping Li
Published: April 2016

C26H24N4O5, triclinic, P1̅ (no. 2), a = 8.0382(5) Å, b = 10.0185(6) Å, c = 15.2333(9) Å, α = 81.853(2)°, β = 76.189(2)°, γ = 84.700(2)°, V = 1177.07(12) Å3, Z = 2, R
gt
(F) = 0.0507, wR
ref
(F
2
) = 0.1449, T = 296(2) K.
Crystal structure of poly[diaquabis(μ2-4,4′-sulfinyldipyridine-κ2
N,N′)zinc(II)] diperchlorate dihydrate, C20H24N4O14S2Cl2Zn
Authors: Qin Zhao-Xian , Han Shu-Yan , Liu Rui-Heng
Published: April 2016

C20H24N4O14S2Cl2Zn, monoclinic, C2/c (no.15), a = 20.4949(9) Å, b = 9.9752(3) Å, c = 16.8927(6) Å, β = 124.945(4)°, V = 2830.9(2) Å3, Z = 4, R
gt
(F) = 0.0406, wR
ref
(F
2
) = 0.1135, T = 296 K.
Literature and Writers in the Digital Age: A Small-Scale Survey of Contemporary Croatian Writers’ Organization and Preservation Practices
Authors: Micunovic Milijana , Marčetić Hana , Krtalić Maja
Published: April 2016

Authors and other creative workers today are faced with the (r)evolution of digital technology and media that slowly change and challenge the way they create, disseminate, and preserve their work. The purpose of this paper is to explore the attitudes, habits, and practices of contemporary Croatian writers in a small-scale sample in terms of the creation, organization, and preservation of digital documents and various literary forms. Data was collected through semi-structured interviews with nine contemporary Croatian writers and examined through narrative analysis of the interview transcripts. The research highlighted areas that need to be more thoroughly considered when we are dealing with issues of personal digital archiving, digital legacies, and the preservation of digital cultural heritage in general. In-depth interviews with respondents indicated one particularly important issue: that preserving the context of their work is as important as preserving the work itself.
Carbon Sequestration in Forest Valuation
Authors: Kazak Jan , Malczyk Jarosław , Castro David Garcia , Szewrański Szymon
Published: April 2016

Strong links between the condition of the environment and the economy have recently resulted in a number of actions aiming to implement environmental considerations in economic calculations. This is accompanied by the development of the concept of ecosystem services, characterizing the benefits that the environment provides humankind with. The identification of these services is reflected in their economic values. Hence, the concept of the valuation of ecosystem services. Therefore, if the service provided by the environment takes on a financial value, we can consider it as income from the property containing the analyzed ecosystem. Of course, in order to speak in practice of the income approach in the valuation of such properties, there must be actual financial flow as income for the real estate owner. However, in the era of big economic changes and the implementation of a number of financial instruments (e.g., subsidies for a particular use of property, trade of CO2 emission rights), it seems reasonable to consider the possibility of property valuation by the valuation of ecosystem services.

A part of this research focused on a service of forest ecosystems service that is carbon sequestration. The selection was made due to the implementation of the climate policy at the European level and its association with the trade of CO2 emission rights. The analyses were performed for two test sites characterized by different determinants (composition of species in the tree stand, age of the stand, degree of compactness of the tree stand, etc.). The low level of difficulty of the test methods used enables non-experts (persons with no qualifications in forestry) to carry out valuations themselves. The research is a contribution to the debate on the possibility of accounting for carbon sequestration in forest property valuation based on the income approach, but the issue still requires clarification of certain elements.
Integrating soft skills in higher education and the EFL classroom: Knowledge beyond language learning
Authors: Tevdovska Elena Spirovska
Published: April 2016

The purpose of this article is to discuss the importance of soft skills in the context of higher education and in the context of the foreign language learning classroom. The article aims to define the notion of soft skills and to offer possible ways of grouping soft skills. It also provides ways of including soft skills instruction in the context of higher education. In addition, the article aims to propose models of implementing soft skills in foreign language learning and teaching situations and to suggest teaching procedures and activities which will facilitate the introduction of soft skills in the EFL (English as a foreign language) classroom at South East European University. The article also aims to discuss the need of including soft skills in undergraduate studies curricula and to provide arguments in favour of including soft skills. The article will also present participants’ views and perceptions, collected via survey, of the importance and necessity of soft skills for their future careers and workplaces. The conclusion will offer some practical suggestions regarding soft skill inclusion in the EFL classroom.
New Records of Yponomeutoid Moths (Lepidoptera, Yponomeutidae, Argyresthiidae, Ypsolophidae, Plutellidae) from the Palaearctic Region
Authors: Gershenson Z. S.
Published: April 2016

The following four species of moths are recorded for the first time: Kessleria saxifragae (Stainton, 1868) and Paradoxus osyridellus Stainton, 1869 (Yponomeutidae) — from Ukraine; Argyresthia communana Moriuti, 1969 (Argyresthiidae) — from Russia; Ypsolopha albiramella (Mann, 1861) (Ypsolophidae) — from Mongolia. For two rare species which are Argyresthia kurenzovi Gershenson, 1988 (Argyresthiidae) and Pseudoplutella porrectella (Linnaeus, 1758) (Plutellidae) new finds in Russia are noted.