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“Gold … Was Certainly Very Attractive; But He Did Not Like New South Wales as a Country in Which to Live.” The Representation of Australian Society in Trollope’s John Caldigate
Authors: Setecka Agnieszka
Published: May 2018

Australia features in numerous Victorian novels either as a place of exile or a land of new opportunities, perhaps the most memorable image of the country having been presented in Charles Dickens’s Great Expectations (1861). Anthony Trollope’s writing, however, offers a much more extensive and complex presentation of Australian life as seen by a Victorian English gentleman. In his Australian fictions, including Harry Heathcote of Gangoil (1874), Catherine Carmichael (1878), and John Caldigate (1879), he presents Australia both as a land of new opportunities and as a place where social hierarchy as it is known in England is upturned and social boundaries either disregarded or drawn along different lines. The present article is concerned with the ways in which Trollope’s John Caldigate represents differences in the structure of English and Australian society, stressing the latter’s lack of a clear class hierarchy characteristic of social organisation “back home”. The society of Australia is presented as extremely plastic and mobile - both in terms of space and structure. Consequently, it can hardly be contained within a stiffly defined hierarchy, and it seems to defy the rules of social organisation that are accepted as natural and obvious in England. In Trollope’s fiction success in Australia depends to a large extent on hard work, ability to withstand the hardships of life with no luxuries, and thrift, and thus on personal virtues, but the author nevertheless suggests that it is defined solely by economic capital at the cost of cultural capital, so significant in England.
Postural Response Signal Characteristics Identified by Method of Developed Statokinesigram
Authors: Barbolyas Boris , Vajsábel Michal , Belavý Cyril , Hučko Branislav , Dedík Ladislav
Published: May 2018

Human postural system is taken as complex biological system with specific input and output time characteristics, in this study. Evaluation of measured output characteristics is useful in medical diagnostics or in describing postural system disorders. System theory principle provide suitable basis for postural signals analysis. Participating volunteers were instructed to maintain quiet upright stance posture on firm support surface of stabilometric platform for 60s. Postural system actuation was realized by vibration stimuli applied bilaterally on Achilles tendons for 20s. Postural reaction signal, its time profile and static and dynamic characteristics were evaluated by Method of Developed Statokinesigram Trajectory (MDST).
New number fields with known p-class tower
Authors: Mayer Daniel C.
Published: May 2018

The p-class tower F∞
p (k) of a number field k is its maximal unramified pro-p extension. It is considered to be known when the p-tower group, that is the Galois group G := Gal(F∞
p (k)|k), can be identified by an explicit presentation. The main intention of this article is to characterize assigned finite 3-groups uniquely by abelian quotient invariants of subgroups of finite index, and to provide evidence of actual realizations of these groups by 3-tower groups G of real quadratic fields K = ℚ( √d) with 3-capitulation type (0122) or (2034).
Physical activity of tourism and recreation students in terms of accressibility to open areas
Authors: Pasek Marcin , Olszewski Jacek
Published: May 2018

The aim of the article is to present the factors which affect the choice of place of recreation, as well as indicate the preferred forms of physical activity taken up there. The authors also discussed the relationship between distance from open areas and frequency of visits. Moreover, they evaluated current knowledge about the role of the natural environment as a physical recreation space. The research was conducted among a group of 305 physically active individuals (students of the Academy of Physical Education and Sport in Gdańsk), using questionnaires. The respondents defined the role of location in comparison to other motivational factors for a range of physical activities (recreation). They also spoke about their preferred forms of physical activity in the natural environment, compared to the roles of natural and human environments with regard to physical activity. They also provided an answer to the question whether an open area which does not provide respondents with an opportunity to undertake their favoured recreation would remain of interest. The study results demonstrate the unquestionable importance of having access to attractive natural surroundings with respect to physical activity. This allows a relation to be made between leisure in the natural environment and an improvement in the health of the physically active.
The Analysis of the Tunnel with the Middle Soil-Based Wall
Authors: Kikava Temuri R.
Published: May 2018

The methods for analysis of the ferroconcrete construction for a particular case are proposed in the present work. The underground construction is considered and analyzed as a double-drift frame situated on linearly-deformed basis. The formulas of analysis are given herein.
Updating Material Factors for Assessment of Historic Reinforced Concrete Bridge
Authors: Krejsa Jan , Sýkora Miroslav
Published: May 2018

This paper is focused on the reliability analysis of an existing reinforced concrete bridge from 1908. The load bearing capacity is assessed in accordance with valid standards using updated partial factors and the partial factors for structural design. Load bearing capacities obtained by these methods are critically compared. The application of the updated partial factors leads to 15% higher load bearing capacity than the ordinary partial factor method used for structural design.
The Environmental Assessment of the Intensity of Heavy Metal Accumulation in Anthropogenically Transformed Soils
Authors: Stepanova Lidia P. , Yakovleva Elena V. , Pisarev A.V.
Published: May 2018

The protection of urban soils and soils located near arterial highways from heavy metal contamination is an environmental issue which has not been resolved in megalopoleis. Purposeful scientific experimental data obtained on the basis of field and laboratory studies is required in order to solve these problems, which has determined the choice of the research objective: to assess the degree of degradation changes in anthropogenically transformed soils in Moscow and Orel regions in terms of total content of heavy metals and their degree of mobility.
The Formation and the Future Potentials of the Eighth Hungarian Region
Authors: Péli László , Czabadai Lilla
Published: May 2018

In the time of accession to the EU, Hungary drops to the second part of the programming period 2000-2006. The Central-Hungarian region (which includes the capital and Pest County) was classified as a less developed region, similarly to all of the six ‚rural‘ regions and thus the area received the highest amount of the supporting sources. In the programming period 2007–2013, the Central-Hungarian region belonged to the transitional regions and so it received continuously decreasing subsidies. In the case of Budapest, the value of GDP per capita refers to the development, but based on the measurement, Pest County was supposed to belong to the transitional areas. Between the years 2014–2020, the whole area of the Central-Hungarian region was getting to the level of a developed region. It means that this area is not entitled to get Cohesion sources anymore. On the 30th of October 2015, Pest County Assembly made a decision about Pest County’s disruption and declared its intent to create a separated region. As long as the government stood for the idea and it met with a warm response in Brussels, Pest County could operate as an independent region from 2018. Our study will draw attention to the huge territorial differences between the capital and its agglomeration and the surrounding areas.
The Thick-clawed Crayfish, Astacus pachypus (Crustacea, Decapoda, Astacidae), in Ukraine: Karyotype, Allozymes and Morphological Parameters / Толстопалый рак, Astacus pachypus (Crustacea, Decapoda, Astacidae), в Украине: кариотип, ал- лозимы и морфологические параметры
Authors: Mezhzherin S. V. , Kostyuk V. S. , Garbar A. V. , Zhalai E. I . , Kutishchev P. S.
Published: May 2018

Allozymic, karyological and morphological analyzes confirmed the presence of the Thick-clawed crayfish, Astacus pachypus (Rathke, 1837), in Ukraine. Th is rare species in Ukraine is found only in two small adjacent localities restricted to the Lower Dnieper. It is characterized by a unique set of chromosomes (2n = 116) and a distinct pool of allozymes, allowing, together with morphological features, to clearly distinguish it from the other three species of the Ukrainian fauna.
Attempt to Define the Complexes of Bat Ectoparasites in the Boreal Palaearctic Region / Попытка выделения комплексов эктопаразитов летучих мышей бореальной Палеарктики
Authors: Orlova M. V. , Orlov O. L.
Published: May 2018

The article presents the most complete data on the distribution of ectoparasites in the boreal Palaearctics (gamasid mites of the genera Spinturnix, Macronyssus, and Steatonyssus, bat flies of the family Nycteribiidae, fleas of the family Ischnopsyllidae) and its preferences for the hosts. On the basis of these data as well as the data for the resettlement of bats in Eurasia 30 species of boreal bat ectoparasites combined into three faunal complexes (Transpalaearctic, European-Ural and Siberian-Far East) and two groups (European-Ural species, penetrating to the east and Siberian-Far East, penetrating to the west). The boundary between the European-Ural and Siberian-Far East faunal complexes is situated presumably along the Irtysh River. The resulting zoning provides a new look at the parasitocenosis of ectoparasites in the taiga zone of the Palaearctics.
Comparative Aspects Of The Morphogenesis And Morphology Of The Wing Membranes Of Bats (Chiroptera) And Flying Lemurs (Dermoptera)
Authors: Kovalyova I. M.
Published: May 2018

The heterogeneity of formation of different areas in the wing membrane of Chiroptera and Dermoptera was established. The web between metacarpals and digits (chiropatagium) was formed by the mesenchyme which initially formed the forelimb rudiment. The plagiopatagium and propatagium were formed by proliferation of the trunk mesenchymal cells.
A New Species Of The Genus Eurytoma (Hymenoptera, Chalcidoidea, Eurytomidae) From The Seeds Of Honey Locust Gleditsia Triacanthos (Caesalpiniaceae) In Ukraine
Authors: Zerova M. D. , Fursov V. N.
Published: May 2018

Eurytoma gleditsiae sp. n. reared from the seeds of Gleditsia triacanthos L. (Caesalpiniaceae) in Kyiv, Ukraine, is described. The new species apparently parasitize Megabruchidius dorsalis (Farhaeus) (Coleoptera, Bruchidae).
“The Writer Is Essentially Indiscrete.” On the Literary Gossip of a Dutch Literary Celebrity
Authors: Bax Sander
Published: May 2018

In contemporary media culture, literary writers arouse the fascination of media fans by awakening in them the desire for the authentic by publishing autobiographical novels or other forms of life narrative. In doing so, they run the risk of becoming part of media’s large gossip mechanism that plays such a central role nowadays. The public conversation about the books of writers such as the Dutch author Connie Palmen - whose Logboek van een onbarmhartig jaar will be the main case study of this article - becomes focused on the elements of truth and authenticity and ignores the literary or fictional construction of the work. This article discusses the question whether this leaves any room for contemporary star authors to distinguish themselves from media gossipers.
Miguel de Unamuno, tragedia y esperanza. ¿Qué debemos hacer y qué podemos esperar?
Authors: Mendívil José
Published: May 2018

Para Unamuno, en la vida sólo nos quedaría una quijotesca fe agónica frente a nuestra finitud contingente de vivir entre la tragedia y la esperanza. En el análisis de esta especie de vitalismo creativo pragmático, se busca relacionar los imperativos vitales con las preguntas kantianas: ¿qué debo hacer y qué puedo esperar? con el fin de encontrar, a pesar de las diferencias, la posibilidad de imperativos éticos en Unamuno: el imperativo de ser único, el de merecer la eternidad y el de la solidaridad compasiva con el otro en la indigencia y el desvalimiento, imperativos individuales tanto como sociales y políticos.
Aureliano Ortega Esquivel (comp.) El trabajo del pensar Universidad de Guanajuato Guanajuato, 2008
Authors: Muñoz Juan Miguel
Published: May 2018

Aureliano Ortega Esquivel (comp.) El trabajo del pensar Universidad de Guanajuato Guanajuato, 2008
Dominios de la tragedia y la locura: “Informe sobre ciegos”, de Ernesto Sabato
Authors: Sánchez López Pablo
Published: May 2018

Este artículo pretende demostrar que “Informe sobre ciegos” constituye una pieza clave en la obra narrativa de Ernesto Sabato. El texto expresa la vacilación de su protagonista, Fernando Vidal, entre racionalidad e irracionalidad. Limita, con ello, los alcances de la razón en el ámbito de cuestiones humanas y ontológicas, lo que acerca “Informe sobre ciegos” a los postulados de la vertiente cristiana del existencialismo francés y ruso.
La señorita Lupe. Acercamiento a una novela del ciclo revolucionario
Authors: Álvarez Rolando
Published: May 2018

En el presente artículo se analiza la novela La señorita Lupe, de Fortino López Robles, dentro del marco de la novela histórica, la epopeya, la novela ejemplar y el ciclo narrativo de la Revolución mexicana. Se pone especial atención en el proceso de literaturización de la historia y de la literatura como un medio de memoria histórica.
Tinísima como collage lingüístico: la estética dialógica de Elena Poniatowska
Authors: Loisel Clary
Published: May 2018

En la primera parte de este artículo se comenta la multiplicidad lingüística y formal de Tinísima, de Elena Poniatowska. En la segunda, se analiza cómo las secuelas de la vida caótica de Tina Modotti, como una mujer seductora, carismática y trabajadora, la dejan vacía y sin un verdadero sentido de sí misma. Asimismo se cuestiona la reinvención repetida de Modotti, su auto-identificación mediante su amor, y el control y sentido de identidad que establece temporalmente por medio de la fotografía.
Una violeta de más, de Francisco Tario: crueldad, humor y praxis
Authors: Ferrero Cándenas Inés
Published: May 2018

Este artículo analiza algunos cuentos de Francisco Tario, contenidos en La noche y Una violeta de más desde la perspectiva de una estética de la crueldad. Se subraya la similitud entre los procedimientos del narrador mexicano y los conceptos del teatro de la crueldad de Artaud. Sin embargo, si Artaud eleva el acto cruel a un nivel místico en el que la crueldad equivale a plenitud de vida, Tario lo presenta sobre todo como acto de liberación que nos permite ver nuestra propia insignificancia.
Geopolíticas de la cultura finisecular en Buenos Aires, París y México: Las revistas literarias y el modernismo Adela Pineda Franco Pittsburgh, Universidad de Pittsburgh, 2006
Authors: Zárate Flores Alfredo
Published: May 2018

Geopolíticas de la cultura finisecular en Buenos Aires, París y México: Las revistas literarias y el modernismo Adela Pineda Franco Pittsburgh, Universidad de Pittsburgh, 2006
Los conceptos y las cosas. Evolución y alcance de la teoría vitalista del concepto
Authors: Cherniavsky Axel
Published: May 2018

Forma eterna e inmutable, representación del entendimiento, síntesis del ser y de la esencia, el concepto parece recibir una de!nición distinta según la !losofía que lo considere. No obstante, un esfuerzo común parece aunar las !losofías de Spinoza, Bergson y Deleuze, que de distintas maneras se proclaman vitalistas. Consiste justamente en insu"arle al concepto el máximo de vida, una plena realidad. Se determinarán en cada caso cuáles son las características de esta vitalidad, qué es lo que al concepto le con!ere plena realidad, para al !nal evaluar las ventajas y los riesgos del nuevo concepto de concepto.
Ego Sum. Jean Luc Nancy Barcelona, Anthropos/ Universiad Autónoma de Querétaro, 2007
Authors: Oppermann Jan Patrick
Published: May 2018

Ego Sum. Jean Luc Nancy Barcelona, Anthropos/ Universiad Autónoma de Querétaro, 2007
Stoichiometry of the Heteromeric Nicotinic Receptors of the Renshaw Cell
Authors: Lamotte d'Incamps Boris , Zorbaz Tamara , Dingova Dominika , Krejci Eric , Ascher Philippe
Published: May 2018

Neuronal nicotinic acetylcholine receptors (nAChRs) are pentamers built from a variety of subunits. Some are homomeric assemblies of α subunits, others heteromeric assemblies of α and β subunits which can adopt two stoichiometries (2α:3β or 3α:2β). There is evidence for the presence of heteromeric nAChRs with the two stoichiometries in the CNS, but it has not yet been possible to identify them at a given synapse. The 2α:3β receptors are highly sensitive to agonists, whereas the 3α:2β stoichiometric variants, initially described as low sensitivity receptors, are indeed activated by low and high concentrations of ACh. We have taken advantage of the discovery that two compounds (NS9283 and Zn) potentiate selectively the 3α:2β nAChRs to establish (in mice of either sex) the presence of these variants at the motoneuron-Renshaw cell (MN-RC) synapse. NS9283 prolonged the decay of the two-component EPSC mediated by heteromeric nAChRs. NS9283 and Zn also prolonged spontaneous EPSCs involving heteromeric nAChRs, and one could rule out prolongations resulting from AChE inhibition by NS9283. These results establish the presence of 3α:2β nAChRs at the MN-RC synapse. At the functional level, we had previously explained the duality of the EPSC by assuming that high ACh concentrations in the synaptic cleft account for the fast component and that spillover of ACh accounts for the slow component. The dual ACh sensitivity of 3α:2β nAChRs now allows to attribute to these receptors both components of the EPSC.

SIGNIFICANCE STATEMENTHeteromeric nicotinic receptors assemble α and β subunits in pentameric structures, which can adopt two stoichiometries: 3α:2β or 2α:3β. Both stoichiometric variants are present in the CNS, but they have never been located and characterized functionally at the level of an identified synapse. Our data indicate that 3α:2β receptors are present at the spinal cord synapses between motoneurons and Renshaw cells, where their dual mode of activation (by high concentrations of ACh for synaptic receptors, by low concentrations of ACh for extrasynaptic receptors) likely accounts for the biphasic character of the synaptic current. More generally, 3α:2β nicotinic receptors appear unique by their capacity to operate both in the cleft of classical synapses and at extrasynaptic locations.
Empowering thyroid hormone research in human subjects using OMICs technologies
Authors: Pietzner Maik , Kacprowski Tim , Friedrich Nele
Published: May 2018

OMICs subsume different physiological layers including the genome, transcriptome, proteome and metabolome. Recent advances in analytical techniques allow for the exhaustive determination of biomolecules in all OMICs levels from less invasive human specimens such as blood and urine. Investigating OMICs in deeply characterized population-based or experimental studies has led to seminal improvement of our understanding of genetic determinants of thyroid function, identified putative thyroid hormone target genes and thyroid hormone-induced shifts in the plasma protein and metabolite content. Consequently, plasma biomolecules have been suggested as surrogates of tissue-specific action of thyroid hormones. This review provides a brief introduction to OMICs in thyroid research with a particular focus on metabolomics studies in humans elucidating the important role of thyroid hormones for whole body metabolism in adults.
Effect of grading type of aggregate on fracture parameters of concrete
Authors: Ince Ragip , Çetin Senem Yilmaz
Published: May 2018

Experimental studies have revealed that fracture parameters of concrete are mainly influenced by four material parameters: compressive strength, maximum aggregate size, water/cement ratio and aggregate type (river or crushed). It has been noted that the fracture parameters of concrete can also be affected by other material parameters such as the type of cement, aggregate/sand ratio, porosity and curing conditions. Aggregates can be dense gap-graded or continuously graded in concrete technology. However, the effect of aggregate gradation (continuously or gap-graded) on the fracture parameters of concrete has not been examined up until now. In this study, the notched and un-notched cubes produced by both gap and continuously graded batches were tested under splitting loading. The results are discussed based on the three most popular fracture approaches, namely the size effect law, the multi-fractal size effect law and the two-parameter fracture model. Although concretes made with an aggregate of either type of grading have similar mechanical properties such as compressive and tensile strength according to the literature, this study emphasises that the mixes with gap-graded aggregates indicate a more ductile behaviour than those with continuously graded aggregates for the same maximum aggregate size.
Clinicopathological study of atrophic rhinitis
Authors: E. Rehana , Priyadarshini G. , Kunnumal Ayisha
Published: May 2018

Background: Atrophic rhinitis is a chronic nasal disease characterized by progressive atrophy of mucosa and underlying bone of turbinate’s.1 Disease is also referred to as dry rhinitis, rhinitis sicca, open-nose syndrome, or ozena. It is classified into 2 types viz., primary and secondary. The cause of primary atrophic rhinitis is unknown. Histopathologically, primary atrophic rhinitis is characterized by squamous metaplasia and two characteristic types of vascular involvement (Type I and Type II). Type I is common (50-80%) where endarteritis obliterans, periarteritis and periarterial fibrosis of the terminal arterioles is seen. These patients benefit from the oestrogen therapy. Type-II is less common (20-50%) and is associated with capillary vasodilatation

Methods: This study was carried out in the Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Aarupadai Veedu Medical College and hospital, Puducherry between October 2015 and July 2017.51 patients of atrophic rhinitis of age 12 years to 95 years were included. Detailed history and complete ENT examination was done in all patients.  

Results: In the present study atrophic rhinitis cases formed 0.34% of the total OPD attendance. Maximum number of patients belonged to the age group of 51-60 years (33.3%) followed by 61-70 years (27.5%). Disease was found to be more common in females (82.4%) female to male ratio was 4.7:1. Most common complaint of the patients was nasal crusting (96.1%) followed by nasal fetor (92.2). In present study, most of the patients had chronic symptoms for the past 1-5 years (45.1%) and 6-10 years (29.4%). 35 patients i.e. 68.6% showed bilateral atrophic rhinitis and 16 patients i.e. 31.4% showed unilateral atrophic rhinitis. In the present study, majority of patients belong to class V of Modified B G Prasad scale (47.1%). Severity of the disease was classified into 3 stages, that is, early, advanced, and late advanced, according to the findings in the nasal cavity as recommended by Ssali. The majority of patients 36 (70.5%) were in the advanced stage. Partial squamous metaplasia and total squamous metaplasia, were seen in 35.7% and 42.9% of patients respectively, denuded epithelium were noted in 9 patients i.e. 21.4%.

Conclusions: Incidence of atrophic rhinitis is in a decreasing trend. Females and people of age group 51-60 years are commonly affected. Bilateral atrophic rhinitis is more common. Lower socioeconomic status is a predisposing factor due to hygiene issues. Our institution being a tertiary care centre most patients presented with advanced stage of disease. Total squamous metaplasia is the commonest histological finding in patients with atrophic rhinitis.

 
Revisitando a Historiografia sobre Festas Religiosas na Região do Antigo Norte de Goiás
Authors: Dias Weberson Ferreira , Oliveira Maria De Fátima
Published: May 2018

Este artigo tem como proposta revisitar a historiografia das comemorações religiosas no território goiano/tocantinense, com base em autores que tratam dessa historiografia regional. Apresentar como as festas religiosas são abordadas, ressaltando as especificidades de uma das maiores manifestações do sudeste do Tocantins, a Romaria do Senhor do Bonfim, que acontece na cidade de Natividade (TO), localizada no antigo Norte Goiano. Para ambientar a pesquisa, buscamos evidenciar como as festividades estiveram presentes na cultura e cotidiano dos moradores, demonstrando sua importância para a sociabilidade e estímulo para continuar na dura labuta diária. Esta reflexão sobre a historiografia das festas nesta região específica contribui para um melhor conhecimento de importantes aspectos históricos desse espaço, visto que as manifestações religiosas não nos afastam da História, mas, ao contrário, oferecem subsídios para torná-la mais compreensível, rica, dinâmica e humana.

Revisiting the Historiography on Religious Festivals in the Region of the Old North of Goiás

This essay aims to revisit the historiography of religious celebrations in the Goiás/Tocantins territory, based on authors dealing with this regional historiography. To present how the religious festivals are approached, highlighting the specificities of one of the major manifestations of the Southeastern region of Tocantins, the "Romaria do Senhor do Bonfim", of Nativity (TO), located in the old North Goiano. To focus the research, we sought to show how the festivities were present in the culture and daily life of the residents, demonstrating their importance for sociability and encouragement to continue in the hard daily toil. It is proposed to reflect on the historiography of the festivals in this specific region, since religious manifestations do not distract us from history, but offer subsidies to make it more understandable, rich, dynamic and humane.
Do Oriente ao Ocidente: a sociedade teosófica brasileira e o Neoesoterismo em Brasília
Authors: Afiune Pepita De Souza
Published: May 2018

O presente artigo propõe uma discussão a respeito da relação Ocidente-Oriente, procurando compreender de que forma ela está presente no contexto neoesotérico na contemporaneidade, sobretudo, no movimento da Nova Era. Partimos do pressuposto que houve a priori, uma criação do que entendemos por Oriente por parte do olhar Ocidental em seu interesse colonial, o que atraiu muitos viajantes, aventureiros e escritores para os países considerados exóticos, como o Egito e a Índia. Assim surgiu dentro da academia o Orientalismo, que dentre as suas premissas pesquisa estas relações entre europeus e suas colônias. No século XX ocorre uma proliferação e uma dinâmica de diversas formas de religiosidades de cunho esotérico que viajam para os países orientais para buscar nestas experiências os fundamentos de novas doutrinas. Destacamos neste artigo a Sociedade Teosófica Brasileira e o estabelecimento de sua sede em Brasília, fato que está intimamente relacionado a diversas crenças de caráter utópico, mítico e místico que foi atribuído à fundação da nova capital brasileira. Brasília, sonho de muitos estadistas brasileiros, se concretiza em 1960, representando uma nova era de mudanças culturais e socioeconômicas na região do Planalto Central. Seu projeto teve o cristianismo como uma de suas bases, mas a partir das diversas interpretações de um sonho profético do padre Dom Bosco, novas religiosidades peregrinam para a região, acreditando que o local é a verdadeira terra prometida que mana leite e mel.

From East to West: the Brazilian Theosophical Society and Neoesoterism in Brasília

The present article proposes a discussion about the West-East relationship, trying to understand how it is present in the neo-esoteric context in contemporary times, especially in the New Age movement. We start from the assumption that there was at first, a creation of what we mean by the East by the Western look in its colonial interest, which attracted many travelers, adventurers and writers to the countries considered exotic, as Egypt and India. Thus emerged in the academy the Orientalism, which among its premises investigates these relations between Europeans and their colonies. In the 20th century, there is a dynamic and a proliferation of diverse forms of esoteric religiosities that travel to Eastern countries to seek in these experiences the foundations of new doctrines. We highlight in this article the Brazilian Theosophical Society and the establishment of its headquarters in Brasilia, a fact that is closely related to several utopian, mythical and mystical beliefs attributed to the founding of the new Brazilian capital. Brasília, the dream of many Brazilian statesmen, took shape in 1960, representing a new era of cultural and socioeconomic changes in the Brazilian Highlands. His project had Christianity as one of its bases, but from the different interpretations of a prophetic dream of Father Don Bosco, new religiousness pilgrims to the region, believing that the place is the true Promised Land flowing milk and honey.
Apropiación del agua y configuración hidrosocial en los Altos de Jalisco (1935-2017)
Authors: Rodríguez Sánchez Antonio
Published: May 2018

En este artículo se examina el proceso de apropiación del agua en los Altos de Jalisco por parte de actores como instituciones, terratenientes, campesinos, agroindustriales, entre otros, quienes por más de 70 años han negociado e impuesto formas de acaparamiento. Para identificar a dichos actores se realizaron entrevistas y se consultaron documentos de archivo. Así, se encontró que la apropiación del agua se concretó a través de relaciones de poder, cuyo resultado fue la configuración de un espacio hidrosocial caracterizado por el acceso al agua para algunos municipios y, en cambio, la marginación paulatina de otros, como Cañadas de Obregón, Valle de Guadalupe y Jalostotitlán. De este modo, los resultados sugieren que los conflictos por el control del agua en la región no son actuales ni espontáneos, sino parte de un proceso histórico que involucra el manejo hídrico nacional y la permanencia de privilegios en grupos hegemónicos regionales.
Aplicação do método TOPSIS na avaliação dos critérios utilizados na seleção de docentes em uma instituição de ensino superior
Authors: Arese Marcelo Contente , Rangel Luiz Alberto Duncan , Hall James , Zotes Luiz Perez , Bonina Noemi , Meiriño Marcelo Jasmim
Published: May 2018

A qualidade do corpo docente é uma das dimensões na qual o MEC - Ministério da Educação e Cultura avalia um curso superior de graduação. A seleção de docentes torna-se então um processo estratégico nesse contexto. Este artigo apresenta os resultados da análise feita nos critérios utilizados por uma IES - Instituição de Ensino Superior na seleção de seu corpo docente. A análise foi feita com emprego do método TOPSIS - Technique for Order Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution ao resumo das respostas dadas por coordenadores de curso a um questionário que solicitava a quantificação da importância de cada um dos critérios que norteiam o processo de seleção de docentes. Por fim, é feito um comparativo entre os critérios preferenciais utilizados pela IES em estudo e os critérios utilizados pelo MEC na avaliação de corpo docente.Palavras-chave: MEC. Seleção de docentes. TOPSIS.
The Transformations in the Urban Fabric of Traditional City Centers (Lebanese Experience: Case Study)
Authors: Hassan S A , Resen M J
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Place Energy in Urban Drama Scene (River Transport in Shatt al-Arab)
Authors: Abd Ali Al-askary A-H , Jamal al-Obaidi M
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Post-modernism in Iraqi Planning Experience
Authors: Nouri Hassan A
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Planning and Design Attributes of Preplanned Postmodern Capital Cities: A Comparative Study
Authors: A. Alwehab A , Juvara M
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Simulating the Movement of Crowds in the Holy City of Karbala
Authors: Kamel Alrawe M , Muwafaq Qasim M
Published: May 2018

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Compactness Ratio as an Indicator for the Efficiency of Road Transportation Network in Postmodern Iraqi Cities
Authors: Mohammed Abid N
Published: May 2018

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STUDI ANALISIS KOMPARATIF METODE MUTAKALLIMÎN DAN AHNÂF DALAM MENYELESAIKAN PERTENTANGAN DALIL HUKUM
Authors: Jalil Abdul
Published: May 2018

Study of methodology istinbâth of Islamic law, good flow of madhhab Ushul Fiqh and expert of Islamic law termed with ta'ârud al-adillah, ta'âdul al-adillah and taqâbul al-adillah. In addressing ta'ârud al-adillah, the flow of Mutakallimîn and Ahnâf takes unequal steps and methods; First, the stages and methods pursued by Mutakallimîn's flow in resolving the first prefix, al-jam'û wa al-taufîq; Second, al-tarjîh; Third, al-naskh and the last with tasâqut al-dalîlain. While the Ahnâf flow, stages and methods of settling the contradictory propositions use steps; First, al-naskh; Second, al-tarjîh; Third al-jam'u wa al-taufîq and fourth, tasâqut al-dalîlain. Secondly, the similarity of the Mutakallimîn and Ahnâf flows when encountering the arguments of the theorem, both of which use the same method, which is different at the stage of step or stage they are used. Stages and methods adopted by the first Mutakallimin flow of al-jam'u wa al-taufîq, while the first stage and method of Ahnâf flow of the naskh. The flow of Mutakallimîn takes precedence over al-jam'u wa al-taufîq rather than doing tarjîh, while the Ahnâf tarjîh school takes precedence rather than compromise the proposition or al-jam'u wa al-taufîq.
PERAN KEPALA SEKOLAH/MADRASAH PEREMPUAN DALAM MENGEMBANGKAN BUDAYA LITERASI
Authors: Rusydiyah Evi Fatimatur
Published: May 2018

Schools/madrasahs have a vital role in cultural transition. The role is very significant in changing the culture of society through the next generation of Indonesian people who are still sitting in school. This role can not be separated from the managerial aspect of principal in supporting the reading culture program in schools/madrasahs. This study focuses on: (1) how is the application of literacy culture in schools/madrasah headed by women?; (2) how is the special program of cultural literacy development implemented in schools/madrasahs that have women principals? The writing is a qualitative descriptive research.
THE EFFECT OF THE USE OF INTERACTIVE MULTIMEDIA ON THE IMPROVEMENT OF GEOGRAPHY LEARNING ACHIEVEMENT
Authors: Syaefulloh M. Kurniawan Arif , Sumunar Dyah Respati Suryo
Published: May 2018

Abstract

This research aimed to discover the effect of using interactive multimedia on the improvement of (2) geography learning achievement, and (2) learning interest of Grade students IPS of MA El Bayan Majenang. This study was a quasi-experiment using the quantitative approach. The population was 106 grade XI students IPS. A sample of 36 students was established the cluster sampling technique. The data collection used an achievement test, questionnaire on interest in learning, observation and documentation. The data analysis technique used was the inferential statistical technique. The hypothesis testing was performed using the MANOVA test with SPSS 20 program. The results of the study were follows. (1) the error rate (p) geography learning result was 0.009. Because it was smaller than 0.05,  there was an effect of the use of interactive multimedia on the achievement of geography learning.(2) the level of error (p) interest in learning was 0.00. Because it was smaller than 0.05, there was an effect of the use of interactive multimedia on the improvement of students' learning interest (3) From MANOVA statistic test, it could concluded that there was an improvement in geography learning achievement and interest of the students before and after the treatment as the experimental class with the average increase of 35.55 and 11.55 respectively. While the improvement of geography learning achievement and interest in learning of the control class was averagely 29.02 and 2.86 respectively.

Keywords : Interactive multimedia, Geography Learning Achievement, interest in learning
Structure and Properties of High-Hardness Silicide Coatings on Cemented Carbides for High Temperature Applications
Authors: Humphry-Baker Samuel , Marshall Jessica
Published: May 2018

An oxidation resistant coating on cemented tungsten carbides is characterised in this work. Cemented tungsten carbides (cWCs) are routinely used in mining and manufacturing but are also candidate materials for compact radiation shielding in fusion power generation. In both environments, cWCs will suffer significant degradation due to oxidation at relatively low temperatures. In a recent study, a Si-deposition coating method was demonstrated to improve the oxidation resistance of cWCs by up to a factor of 1,000. This work focusses on the growth kinetics, phase composition, and mechanical properties of these coatings. By combining quantitative X-ray diffraction, electron microscopy and nanoindentation, we show that the coating layer has a 20 % higher hardness than the substrate, which was explained on the basis of a previously-unknown presence of a fine distribution of very hard SiC laths. To interpret the coating stability, a coating growth map is developed. The map shows the structure is stable under a broad range of processing temperatures and composite compositions, demonstrating the potential application of these coatings in a variety of nuclear shielding cWCs.
Teachers’ Poor Professionalism Of Writing A Scientific Paper at Muhammadiyah Senior High School In Central Java
Authors: Sumardjoko Bambang
Published: May 2018

The paper aims at analyzing teachers’ poor professionalism of writing a scientific paper at Muhammadiyah Senior High School in Central Java. It studies on the phenomena of teachers’ weaknesses, comprehension, efforts and constraints on writing a scientific paper. The study belongs to qualitative research by applying a descriptive approach in examining the problem. The data are got with an in-depth interview, observation, and document analysis. The data sources are teachers, headmaster, a chief of High and Preliminary Education Assembly, and educational experts. Data validation is conducted by methods and sources triangulation. The data analysis applies the interactive model.The research result shows that most teachers have a limited comprehension of scientific paper concepts, skill on conducting classroom action research and writing a scientific paper. Also, they also have some constraints such as lack of writing motivation, school infrastructure, and internet connection access. In eliminating those problems, firstly Muhammadiyah senior high school (SMA/MA/SMK) teachers of Sukoharjo district have done some activities to develop their professional competence especially in the field of writing a scientific paper. In supporting their efforts, it needs a concrete step of stakeholder to simplify of all regarding with learning administrative activities, facilities adequacy motivation, the initiative of Assembly of Elementary and Middle Education, and others sponsorship, as well as the guidance of university. 
Content, Language and Method Integrated Teacher Training (CLMITT) in Training Teachers of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) and Beyond
Authors: Orosz Agnes
Published: May 2018

Content, Language and Method Integrated Teacher Training (CLMITT) is an educational model for teacher training developed by the author. It refers to an approach where trainees learn teaching methodologies through experiencing them while simultaneously integrating English language development into the training process. CLMITT can be used to train teachers in any context where the course content includes teaching strategies, skills, approaches or methods and where trainees also need to learn English (or another foreign language). Therefore, it is an ideal approach for training non-native English speaker teachers. Applying CLMITT involves the teacher trainer teaching a classroom method or technique by using that method itself during training sessions while using materials about that method. In this way, the content of the session and the method used to teach the session are the same, and trainees are not only learning about a teaching model or strategy but also experiencing it in action from a student perspective at the same time. In addition, they are also improving their English, since the whole exercise takes place in English. CLMITT can be applied in Initial Teacher Training (ITT) Programs as well as Continuous Professional Development courses. Trainee feedback after a CLMITT session showed that students felt it provided them with a much deeper understanding of the methods, approaches and strategies covered, while at the same time improving their English during the process.
An Ethnographic Qualitative Study On The Malaysian Preschool And Special Needs Children’s Home And School Reading Habits
Authors: Kamarudin Diyana , Hussain Yasmin , Applegate Brooks , Mohd Yasin Mohd Hanafi
Published: May 2018

This research is a qualitative research, exploring the reasons behind why the level of literacy in Malaysian students are quite low.  The research delved into identifying ways to implement reading habits to preschool and special education children. The purpose which guides this research is that according to thestaronline.com on August 18th 2012, an online version of The Star newspaper from Malaysia, the average Malaysian only reads 2 books per year in 1996. This has made the Department of Higher Education worry about the level of proficiency in Malaysian students. This is a qualitative research utilizing open ended questionnaires and interviews as the main form of data collection. Parents were asked to document their open ended questionnaire and participate in an interview session in regards to their home reading habits with their children. In descending order, the themes found most important were implemented into school curriculum, parents should play a bigger role in children’s reading habits and early exposure. Results also indicated that parents in Malaysia do face problems when trying to implement reading culture into their daily lives.
PENINGKATAN KEMAMPUAN MEMBACA PEMAHAMAN BAHASA INGGRIS MELALUI MEDIA KOMIK BERBAHASA INGGRIS PADA SISWA KELAS VIII MTS
Authors: Astuti Puji
Published: May 2018

Given the importance to the role of reading about the development of science then there should be efforts to improve studentsâ€™ reading ability by using the presence of English comics as a medium is expected to make a positive contribution for students through its nature that makes readers are happy. The childâ€™s interest in the story tells a significant emphasis about the need through the use of comic media for learning. This classroom action research aims to improve studentsâ€™ reading comprehension at VIII C in MTs Subulussalam Kayuagung through English comic media. This research is a Classroom Action Research which is carried out by following John Elliot's model research procedure which includes planning, action, observation, reflection or evaluation. The research was conducted at MTs Subulussalam Kayuagung from the 2017-2018 which was odd semester of 26 students. The research shows that before being given instruction using english comic media the average score of reading studentâ€™s understanding is 62,70 (57,70%) with medium category. After reading comprehension learning using english comic media first cycle the average score of studentsâ€™ comprehension ability increased to 70 (69.23%) still in medium category and done learning on second cycle of reading comprehension ability of student experience increase of average value and percentage equal to 81,54 (88,46%) with very high category.
 
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PENERAPAN E-LEARNING DI PERGURUAN TINGGI
Authors: Maudiarti Santi
Published: May 2018

This research was aimed to describe the application of e-learning at the Department of Educational Technology, Faculty of Education Science, Jakarta State University. This research used case study research method with multiple data collection. Research findings revealed that (1) there are 20 courses conducted using e-learning by 7 lecturers; (2) blended learning was used; (3) e-learning itself developed through analysis, design and development phases; (4) analysis phase including students characteristics analysis, e-elarning environment analysis and content analysis; (5) design phase including online leaerning design (designing content, discussion for online discussion forum, assignment for online assignment, and test item for online evaluation) and face-to-face learning design including deep discussion, case study, and demonstration and practices; (6) student acceptance on blended was high; (7) there were several barriers in implementing e-learning due to lack of policy and ICT infrastructure support; and (8) supporting factors of implementation e-learning were the high commitment from lecturers and students, and the familiarity of students toward ICT. Based on research findings, Department of Educational Technology was recommended to have a minimum standard of development and implementation of e-learning and to enhance ICT infrastructure support, esp. access adequate internet connectivity.

 

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