bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Relationship between dental age, chronological age and cervical vertebral maturation in children and adolescents from Bucaramanga, Colombia
Authors:   Universidad Santo Tomás, Bucaramanga, Colombia., Torres Angélica , Rojas Angelica ,   Universidad Santo Tomás, Bucaramanga, Colombia., Torres Ethman A. ,   Universidad Santo Tomás, Bucaramanga, Colombia., Rueda Sandra J. ,   Universidad Santo Tomás, Bucaramanga, Colombia., Rodríguez Martha J. ,   Universidad Santo Tomás, Bucaramanga, Colombia.
Published: June 2018

Objective: To determine the relationship between chronological age and dental age using Demirjian’s method and Baccetti’s method of cervical vertebral maturation in radiographs of children and adolescents aged 5 to 16 years in the city of Bucaramanga, Colombia. Methods: An analytical observational cross-sectional study was performed in 1385 cephalometric and panoramic radiographs of 775 females and 610 males. Sex, dental age according to the Demirjian’s method, chronological age and degree of maturation of the cervical vertebrae according to Baccetti’s method were analyzed. The univariate analysis included the calculation of measures of central tendency for quantitative variables, and frequencies and proportions for qualitative variables. Spearman correlation coefficients were calculated in the bivariate analysis. In the multivariate analysis a multiple linear regression was performed. A value of p<0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results: The mean chronological age was 10.8±3.3 years [Median: 11; 95% CI:10.6-10.6]. There was no statistically significant difference according to sex (p=0.3409). The mean of the differences between dental age and chronological age was 0.60±1.44 years. There was a strong and positive correlation between dental age and chronological age with each stage of maturation. Females reached skeletal maturity at an earlier age. Conclusions: Chronological age shows a direct and positive relationship with dental age and stages of skeletal maturation in a Colombian population.
Analysis of whole genome sequences from spotted owl populations in California v1
Authors: R Hanna Zachary , P. Dumbacher John , C.K. Bowie Rauri , D. Wall Jeffrey
Published: June 2018

Supplementary details of materials and methods for article entitled 'Whole-genome sequences suggest long term declines of spotted owl (Strix occidentalis) (Aves: Strigiformes: Strigidae) populations in California'.
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Authors: not provided Effendy
Published: June 2018

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Mu-DNA: a modular universal DNA extraction method adaptable for a wide range of sample types v2
Authors: S Sellers Graham , Di Muri Cristina , Gómez Africa , Hänfling Bernd
Published: June 2018

Mu-DNA is designed to be a simple and modular spin column-based DNA extraction ‘toolkit’ for the isolation of high purity DNA from multiple sample types. Here we presentoptimised Mu-DNA protocols for soil, tissue and water samples. Each protocol consists of five stages for DNA extraction: lysis, inhibitor removal, silica binding, wash and elution. Mu-DNA: Tissue has no inhibitor removal stage. Allstages are designed to be modular and interchangeable between protocols.For example, an inhibitor removal stagecan be added to a tissue protocol or a tissue protocol wash stage added to a soil protocol. The modularaspect allows for the creation ofan optimised, bespoke DNA extraction for a specific sample type.
Analysis of whole genome sequences from spotted owl populations in California v2
Authors: R Hanna Zachary , P. Dumbacher John , C.K. Bowie Rauri , D. Wall Jeffrey
Published: June 2018

Supplementary details of materials and methods for article entitled 'Whole-genome sequences suggest long term declines of spotted owl (Strix occidentalis) (Aves: Strigiformes: Strigidae) populations in California'.
Textualização da verdade e crise da tradição: ressonâncias cabalísticas em O castelo de Franz Kafka
Authors: Barbosa Jefferson Eduardo da Paz
Published: June 2018

O objetivo deste artigo é identificar na escritura/leitura de Franz Kafka, a partir de O castelo, a intersecção entre a crise da tradição, levantada por Walter Benjamin e Gershom Scholem, e a textualização da verdade que se depreende das práticas exegéticas na tradição mística do judaísmo, sobretudo na teoria cabalística da linguagem. Seguindo a discussão das principais teorias presentes no referencial bibliográfico, analisaremos como a escritura em Kafka se utiliza do comentário como método, fundindo exegese e criação literária. O percurso do personagem de O castelo, mais do que peripécias intrigantes, desenvolve, de modo paródico, uma prática exegética própria da tradição judaica. Podemos concluir que a verdade, em Kafka, encontra-se inseparável do texto e do comentário, o que nos remete ao Nome de Deus infinitamente interpretável vislumbrado pela tradição mística da cabala. Na escritura de Kafka, a verdade inseparável do labirinto de interpretações aponta para a crise da tradição como característica essencial de sua modernidade, exprimindo os limites entre religião e niilismo.
Abraão e Esaú
Authors: Grzybowski Adam , Goldman Luis
Published: June 2018

Abraão e Esaú
Língua portuguesa
Authors: Hubner Michel Yakov
Published: June 2018

Língua portuguesa
Histórias de perdas e danos: sem concessões
Authors: Nascimento Lyslei
Published: June 2018

Resenha a: CARVALHO, Ana Cecília. Os mesmos e os outros: o livro dos ex. Belo Horizonte: Quixote-Do Editoras Associadas, 2017. 191 p.
Caminos sefardíes en la literatura de Moacyr Scliar en el ejemplo de la novela A estranha nação de Rafael Mendes
Authors: Deppner Corinna
Published: June 2018

El artículo se dedica a la novela A estranha nação de Rafael Mendes de Moacyr Scliar (1983), que se lee como una reconstrucción de hechos históricos que parten de una saga familiar. En esta obra, Scliar se centra en el movimiento inmigratorio de los sefardíes desde el descubrimiento de Brasil hacia 1500. El presente texto se intentará mostrar que la novela construye una memoria judía en la que confluyen recuerdos de la historia de los inmigrantes judíos y el desarrollo político y económico de Brasil.
Assessment of patient safety culture in a rural tertiary health care hospital of Central India
Authors: Goyal R. C. , Choudhari Sonali
Published: June 2018

Background: A safety culture assessment provides an organization with a basic understanding of the safety related perceptions and attitudes of its managers and staff. While patient safety has been a major area of research in industrialized nations for over a decade, data on the root causes of unsafe care in low-income settings is sparse. The objective of the study was to assess the patient safety culture in a rural tertiary health care hospital situated in Central India.Methods: A survey conducted during year 2015, in a rural tertiary health care teaching hospital, Maharashtra (India). The study participants were the 156 hospital staff working in various clinical work areas. The agency for healthcare research and quality hospital survey on patient safety culture, a validated instrument is used as an assessment tool.Results: Total 144 participants included in the study, 75 (52%) were females and rest were males 48%. Out of these 111 (77), maximum number of staff (57.05%) was belonging to different intensive care units.  57% of participants had worked in the hospital for 1 to 5 years.  For the unit level safety culture dimension, the maximum composite score of positive responses was obtained for “Organizational learning- continuous improvement” (67%) followed by “Hospital management support for patient safety” (65%).  On the other hand only 48% survey participants gave an affirmative opinion with respect to “Feedback and communication about error”. For the hospital wide dimensions response rate was obtained as 62% for the “Teamwork across Hospital Units” while for the dimension “Hospital Handoffs & Transitions”, the score came out as 55%.Conclusions: The perception of patient safety and standards of patient safety were fairly good in the present rural tertiary health care hospital, but there is an ample of prospect in improvement with regard to event reporting, feedback and non punitive error.
Awareness on causes and transmission of malaria in rural Kolar of Southern India: a comparative study
Authors: Kumar S. J. Naresh , B. G. Ranganth
Published: June 2018

Background: Malaria is a major public health problem in several parts of country.  Malaria beliefs and practices are often related to culture, and can influence the effectiveness of control strategies. This study was undertaken to assess the awareness of malaria in rural areas of Kolar with varying endemicity.Methods: A cross sectional community based study was conducted. A sample of 207 Household respondents across the Kolar rural area were randomly selected and interviewed to collect information on awareness regarding Malaria. Two villages each were randomly selected from the two PHC areas in Mulbagal Taluk, Kolar District. PHC areas was taken based on annual parasite incidence more than 2 and less than 1 consistently in the past five years by using pre-tested structured proforma. Data analyzed by using epi info 2.5 version software.Results: It was observed that appropriate knowledge regarding malaria transmission from person to person is more in Devarayasamudra Primary Health Center area (69.2%) where API>2 compared to Nangli Primary Health Center area (26.2%) where API<1 and the knowledge regarding causes of malaria is also more in Devarayasamudra PHC area compared to Nangli area.  Majority (87%) of the respondents got information about malaria from the health workers at Devarayasamudra PHC area.Conclusions: The Community knowledge on malaria, its transmission and its prevalence and control clearly depends on the endemicity of malaria. The communities studied under Devarayasamudra PHC area which is problematic for malaria had a better knowledge on malaria transmission and its prevention.
A study on fracture of femur shaft treatment with intramedullary interlocking nailing
Authors: A. Shivashankarappa , N. C. Prasad , Saheb Shaik Hussain
Published: June 2018

Background: Rigid interlocking nailing for femoral shaft fracture is ideal for use in adolescents in terms of stability of the fracture and convenience for the patient. Closed reduction and intramedullary interlocking nailing is the surgical treatment of choice for the closed shaft fractures of femur. Present study conducted to study the principles of intramedullary interlocking nailing and to assess the outcome of the patient.

Methods: The present study comprises of 28 cases of fracture shaft of the femur admitted in orthopaedics wards of JJM Medical College, Davangere. Total 28 cases considered for closed intramedullary nailing.

Results: In 55% cases closed intramedullary nailing given excellent healing of fracture, in 25% cases healing was good, in 10% cases it was average and 5% cases poor healing was observed.

Conclusions: It is concluded that closed intramedullary interlocking nailing method given good result in treatment of shaft fractures of femur.
Abordaje del análisis complejo mediante conexiones con el análisis real
Authors: Salazar Solórzano Lorena
Published: June 2018

En este artículo se da una propuesta para introducir conceptos de variable compleja mediante el desarrollo del proceso de conexión entre el análisis real con el análisis complejo. Para su logro se ofrecen actividades que involucran desde conexiones entre lo que sucede entre R y C como campos, entre R2 y C como anillos, hasta comparaciones entre las nociones de límites y derivación (analiticidad) de funciones reales de dos variables y funciones complejas de variable compleja. Algunas de estas actividades se implementaron en un curso introductorio de variable compleja de la carrera Enseñanza de la Matemática de la Universidad de Costa Rica, dejando evidencias positivas de que este abordaje permite mejorar la comprensión del análisis complejo por un lado, mientras que refuerza conceptos del análisis real, por otro.
Regulation de la ventilation pulmonaire et altitude
Authors: Pasquis P , Tardif C , Bonmarchand G , Jusserand D , Dibon J
Published: June 2018

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RESUMEN 7: Persistencia de grosor incrementado de la pared de ventrículo derecho en niños de altura, demostrada por ecocardiografia.
Authors: Aparicio O , Romero F , Harris P , Anand L
Published: June 2018

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URGENCY OF INSURANCE FOR CULTURAL HERITAGE BUILDING IN SURABAYA
Authors: Sabrie Hilda Yunita
Published: June 2018

The cultural heritage of a region is the identity and richness of history for the region. Given the importance of the existence of cultural heritage in an area, the local government should pay special attention to the continuity of its existence. Through inventory, listing the cultural heritages, maintenance until its restoration must be done properly and continuously. This is not only the responsibility of the local government, but it is the responsibility of all parties including the local community. But in practice, local government or society are less concerned about the existence of cultural heritage in the area. This research focuses on cultural heritage buildings in Surabaya because this city is one of the cities in Indonesia which has many buildings of cultural heritage with various conditions. Local governments need to act quickly and effectively to solve the problem, so the solution can be done by including third parties such as insurance companies engaged in the insurance of losses, which can help to cover some form of damage that occurred in the building of the reserve culture in Surabaya. From the problems mentioned above, the research method used is statute approach and conceptual approach.
Multi-particulate Drug Delivery Systems of Fenofibric Acid: Optimization of Formulation Using Statistical Experimental Design
Authors: Bala Vishnu Priya Mukkala  , Murthy T.E.G.K  , Prameela Rani Avula
Published: June 2018

The objective of the present research work was to develop a multi-particulate modified release system of Fenofibric acid using Wurster (Bottom spray fluid bed coating) process. Impact of various formulation variables was assessed by using statistical interpretation such as ANOVA. A 33 (three factor, three level) face centered central composite design was employed to study the effect of independent variables (concentration of ER Polymer, plasticizer and pore former), on dependent variables (drug release at 2.5th h & 6th h). Optimization of the formulation variables was done by fitting experimental data to the software program (Design Expert). The design space for formulation variables was developed. Fabricated pellets were characterized for various physico-chemical parameters. In vitro release data of the optimized formulation was fitted into various kinetic equations. The optimized formulation showed a desired  drug release at both 2.5th h and 6th h as 17.5 ± 2.28% & 87.1 ± 0.75% respectively. The drug release from the capsules followed first order kinetics and controlled by non fickian transport. The information acquired in this study recommends that the multi-particulates of Fenofibric acid can be effectively intended to give a delayed  release of Fenofibric acid and thus enhanced bioavailability.
Estaturas generacionales y residencia por distritos en la ciudad de Madrid durante el siglo XX
Authors: Varea Carlos
Published: June 2018

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Curricula in Teacher Education for Diversity in the University of Namibia
Authors: Sichombe Beatrice Sinyama
Published: June 2018

Namibia’s classroom compositions are diverse. Its policies on diversity reflect international practices of achieving Education for All. It advocates for teacher education that is responsive to the country’s needs.  What is unknown is what a socio-cultural curriculum means in Namibian teacher education. This article focuses on the nature of the UNAM’s B.Ed. curriculum and how students learn its contents.  I argue that teacher education for diversity should go beyond traditional teacher education programmes. Its curricula should adopt a socio-cultural view. Coursework and teaching practice should reflect the needs of learners and society.  Data collection consisted of documents, and interviews.  Content analysis was used. Findings revealed that teaching practice lacked dedication in regard to diversity teaching. Consequently, the B.Ed. Programme partially equipped students with competencies to teach diverse learners because coursework alone cannot suffice. The study contributes to knowledge of what a socio-cultural curriculum means in Namibian teacher education.
A New Method of Backup-Cutter Layout To Extend Bit Life Without Sacrificing Rate of Penetration
Authors: Chen Shilin , Khlefat Yazan , Cleboski Chris , Anderle Seth , Maouche Zakaria
Published: June 2018

This paper discusses a new and general method of backup-cutter layout to extend bit life without sacrificing rate of penetration (ROP) and two field-case studies. This method includes the following aspects:

Ensuring backup cutters do not cut or only partially cut when their primary cutters experience little-to-no wear and when the penetration per revolution of the bit does not exceed an expected value. This aspect is enabled by allowing backup cutters to have a minimal critical depth of cut that is greater than the depth of cut of the primary cutters. Ensuring that backup cutters act as active cutters when the primary cutters’ wear depth is equal to or greater than the underexposure of the backup cutters. This aspect is enabled by allowing each backup cutter to be rotationally behind its primary cutter by approximately 150° or greater. The underexposure of each backup cutter relative to its primary cutter is calculated carefully on the basis of the primary cutter's wear and drilling conditions.
Adiponectin and Inflammation in Health and Disease: An Update
Authors: Geagea Alice G. , Mallat Samir , Matar Charbel F. , Zerbe Raymond , Filfili Estelle , Francis Maria , Haidar Hanine , Jurjus Abdo
Published: June 2018

Adiponectin, a protein secreted by adipocytes, gained a special medical attention in the past two decades mostly due to its relation to obesity, a major health problem worldwide. Moreover, adiponectin has shown to have a preventive effect on insulin resistance, diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. Lately, obesity has been classified as a chronic inflammatory state, whereby dysregulated adipocytes and high infiltration of macrophages shift toward the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines like TNF-α and IL-6 among others. This status contributes to a decrease in adiponectin levels, thus leading to the emergence of obesity related complications. This review will focus on the hormone adiponectin and its mechanisms of action in relation to insulin resistance, diabetes, cardiovascular effect and atherosclerosis. It will also cover the various therapeutic approaches aiming to increase the levels of this important cytokine, and to highlight the promising role of AdipoRon, an adiponectin receptor agonist, and of diet.
Topical 1% Propranolol in Liposomal Gel: A New Adjuvant Tool for Chronic Leprosy Ulcers
Authors: Abdelmaksoud Ayman , Bonamonte Domenico , Giudice Giuseppe , Filoni Angela , Vestita Michelangelo
Published: June 2018

Objective:

To evaluate the effects of 1% topical propranolol in liposomal gel in 3 patients with plantar ulcers.

Methods:

We enrolled 3 patients with 3 ulcers who had completed the WHO recommended treatment regimen. The ulcers were cleaned with sterile normal saline, and 1% topical propranolol in liposomal gel was applied 2 times/day for 3 months, or less if complete healing was reached before. Assessment of ulcer re-epithelization was recorded at baseline, 6 weeks, and 3 and 6 months after initiation of treatment.

Results:

Response in the form of granulation tissue formation started by the second week. Substantial reduction in size subsequently continued over the next 3 months. Two of the 3 patients showed complete healing of the ulcers at the 6 months follow up. In the 3rdpatient, the ulcer showed only modest signs of healing. Surprisingly, in all patients, the sensory function was restored, particularly in terms of pain. Some motor functional recovery at the ulcer site and surrounding tissue was also documented.

Conclusion:

To the best of our knowledge, this is the first trial of topical propranolol for the treatment of trophic ulcers of leprosy. This may represent a promising adjuvant therapy for leprosy ulcers, including ulcers of older age. Further studies are warranted with a larger number of patients and a longer period of follow up to determine the ideal candidates and to identify clinical factors predictive of response.
Daclatasvir combined with asunaprevir is a cost-effective and cost-saving treatment for hepatitis C infection in China
Authors: Chen Wen , Ward Thomas , Tan Mai Ping , Yan Jing , Wang Peter Feng , Wygant Gail D , Gordon Jason
Published: June 2018

Aim:
To evaluate the cost–effectiveness of the novel all-oral direct-acting antiviral regimen daclatasvir + asunaprevir (DUAL), versus interferon-based regimens for the treatment of chronic hepatitis C virus genotype 1b infection.
Methods:
Inputs for a lifetime Markov model were sourced from clinical trials and published literature. Outputs include disease management costs, life expectancy, quality-adjusted life-years and cost–effectiveness. Sensitivity analyses assessed the drivers of cost–effectiveness and sustained virologic response thresholds at which DUAL is cost-saving.
Results:
DUAL was associated with discounted incremental quality-adjusted life-years of 1.29–3.85 and incremental life-years of 0.85–2.59 per patient, with discounted lifetime cost savings of USD$1415–8525. Associated sustained virologic response rates could fall to 45.1–84.8%, while remaining dominant.
Conclusion:
Treatment with DUAL provides significant clinical benefit, while accruing lower lifetime costs.
Las posibilidades de la traducción pedagógica en la enseñanza del español como segunda lengua
Authors: Gasca Jiménez Laura
Published: June 2018

En las últimas décadas, la traducción ha ganado una creciente atención positiva como herramienta didáctica en la enseñanza de lenguas. Numerosos investigadores afirman que la traducción pedagógica tiene el potencial de facilitar el desarrollo de habilidades lingüísticas y conocimientos extralingüísticos (Carreres & Noriega Sánchez, 2011; Cook, 2010; González Davies, 2004; Widdowson, 2003; Colina, 2002; Malmkjaer, 1998; Duff, 1989). El objetivo de este trabajo es investigar las posibilidades didácticas de la traducción en la enseñanza del español como segunda lengua. Primero, se ofrecerá una breve introducción teórica a la traducción pedagógica; segundo, se hará referencia a las prácticas pedagógicas de un curso avanzado de español y se presentará un análisis cualitativo y cuantitativo del impacto del uso de la traducción en dicho curso. Por último, se aportarán recomendaciones pedagógicas para integrar la traducción en la enseñanza del español como segunda lengua.
Editorial Bitácora arquitectura 37 "Error"
Authors: López Uribe Cristina
Published: June 2018

A pesar de que sabemos que los errores están siempre presentes -y tienden a multiplicarse- existe muy poca información acerca del error en relación con la arquitectura. Los discursos históricos, teóricos y anecdóticos se suelen enfocar en una narrativa basada en el triunfo, en los grandes logros. Estamos obsesionados con explicar la forma en la que todo puede salir bien, mientras olvidamos explicar que todo suele salir mal. Mientras más avances se logran en la tecnología y más al alcance de la sociedad están, la ilusión de perfección que parecen prometer sólo incrementa la frustración generalizada al encontrar múltiples errores en nuestro camino. Murphy y sus leyes nos han enseñado que siempre que algo pueda salir mal, saldrá mal: vivimos los errores cotidianamente.
Interpretación del Poema Plástico de Mathias Goeritz (1953)
Authors: Santoyo García Galiano Julián , Mahmoud Makki Hornedo Laila Carmen , Santoyo García Galiano Miguel Ángel
Published: June 2018

En este trabajo realizamos un estudio detallado con el fin de interpretar el poema plástico de Mathias Goeritz. El estudio consiste en tres tipos de análisis: uno filológico, uno numérico-computacional y uno formal. Mediante el análisis filológico estudiamos las posibles similitudes entre los trazos y formas del poema plástico con varios sistemas de
escritura, antiguos y modernos, y con los cuales el artista pudo haber convivido cercanamente. Asimismo, revisamos la posible existencia de palabras o frases en varios de los idiomas cuyo sistema de escritura es aquí analizado. Para el análisis numérico computacional utilizamos un software de inteligencia artificial OCR para estudiar las formas gráficas
del poema en relación con los sistemas de escritura e idiomas estudiados mediante el análisis filológico. En el análisis formal utilizamos varias técnicas de análisis gráfico y contextual a fin de identificar posibles palabras y frases en idioma español. Con base en nuestros resultados, y tomando en cuenta el contexto artístico de la época en la cual fue elaborada la obra, concluimos que el poema plástico es, en realidad, un manifiesto plástico escrito en idioma español en contra de las políticas artísticas oficiales de la época y sus representantes, Diego Rivera y David Alfaro Siqueiros, y proponemos la transcripción del poema en idioma español.
O pensamento de Paulo Freire no contexto da formação de educadores do MST
Authors: Vieira Marle Aparecida Fideles de Oliveira , Côco Valdete
Published: June 2018

Este artigo tematiza as contribuições de Paulo Freire na abordagem da formação dos educadores do campo, a partir de dados de pesquisa que objetivou compreender como se efetiva a formação continuada dos educadores que atuam em Assentamentos do Movimento dos Trabalhadores Rurais Sem Terra (MST). Em diálogo com os referenciais teórico-metodológicos bakhtinianos, as contribuições de Paulo Freire sustentam a análise de dados decorrentes de entrevista semiestruturada realizada com um gestor municipal da educação do campo, além da roda de conversa desenvolvida com o Setor de Educação do MST que integra o município pesquisado. Os dados apontam referências à possibilidade de uma formação articulada pelo movimento social organizado, alicerçada na vida dos educadores e engajada com os sujeitos do campo. O artigo demonstra a atualidade do pensamento de Freire nas ações político-pedagógicas realizadas em assentamentos de Reforma Agrária.
PPGD: o novo programa de Pós-Graduação em design
Authors: Mourthé Claudia , Pires Julie De Araújo
Published: June 2018

O Programa de Pós-graduação em Design foi reconhecido e recomendado pela CAPES, na 164ª Reunião do CTC-ES, em 3 de junho de 2016, integra o Sistema Nacional de Pós-graduação e é credenciado pela CAPES/MEC, cadastrado na Plataforma Sucupira. O programa oferece vagas anuais para ingresso no Mestrado Acadêmico em Design, com enfoque teórico-prático. Entretanto em 3 de outubro de 2016, o prédio da Reitoria onde o PPGD estava locado, pegou fogo comprometendo toda a estrutura física do programa ainda em fase de estruturação. Mas seguimos em frente e o Projeto do Programa vem sendo implantando e a 1ª turma iniciou em agosto de 2017. Com um conjunto nuclear de disciplinas calcadas na maleabilidade e densidade das metodologias de pesquisa em “Design Visual”, como área de concentração o PPGD visa desenvolver projetos de pesquisa com monografias de conclusão do curso, a partir da identificação de demandas sociais, culturais e tecnológicas na sociedade como um todo, aplicadas a demanda no campo do design.Nesse sentido, uma dinâmica renovadora é assegurada na estrutura curricular do PPGD tanto pela mutabilidade e flexibilidade dos conteúdos programáticos com enfoque teórico prático e pela atualização contínua aportada pelo dinamismo das atividades de investigação desenvolvida nos projetos de pesquisa desenvolvidos.
Refugee crisis challenges in Serbia
Authors: Minovic Jelena , Stevanovic Slavica
Published: June 2018

The paper analyses economic and legal aspects of the refugee crisis caused by
the war in Syria. The aim of this paper is considering of the refugee crisis
complexity in the Republic of Serbia. At first, our research includes the
analysis of the refugee crisis in Serbia that refers to the number of
refugees who expressed their intention to seek asylum in Serbia and the
origin country of refugees. After that, the part of direct costs of the
state are estimated as well as the total consumption of refugees during
crossing Serbia in 2015. The costs in the operational plan of the Republic
of Serbia Government, and the reception and asylum centres costs are
identified, as well as sources of financing of direct costs. The estimated
direct costs for Serbia are around 30 million Euros, and total consumption
of refugees in 2015 is not less than 20 million euro. Additionally, we
analysed the Asylum Act in the ex-YU countries, and determined convergence
and divergence of their different acts. Our results of the Asylum Act
analyses in each country confirm that refugees, asylum seekers and persons
enjoying subsidiary protection have the same rights as residents in
Macedonia, Serbia and Croatia. This is the major result of this paper.
Anyone in Serbia or in the Balkan region did not find similar results.
Consequently, the results of this paper are unique and exclusive. Therefore,
these results are very important for the scientific and professional
public.
A Review Paper on Human Computer Interaction
Authors: Bansal Himanshu , Khan Rizwan
Published: June 2018

The advancement in the development of computer technology has led to the idea of human computer interaction. Research experiments in human computer interaction involves the young age group of people that are educated and technically knowledgeable. This paper focuses on the mental model in Human Computer Interaction. There are various approaches of this review paper and one of them is highlighting current approach, results and the trends in the human computer interaction and the second approach is to find out the research that have been invented a long time before and are currently lagging behind. This paper also focuses on the emotional intelligence of a user to become more user like, fidelity prototyping. The development and design of an automated system that perform such task is still being accomplished.
Fan Shaped Patch with Fan Shaped Defected Ground Structure is designed for X-band Applications
Authors: Kumar K.S. Ravi , Prasad Lalbabu , Ramesh B. , Vinay K.P.
Published: June 2018

In this novel work a simple Fan Shaped Patch (FSP) Antenna is designed for X-band applications using Fan Shaped DGS structure to improve the Bandwidth and Gain. The Antenna is designed by using low cost FR4 Epoxy dielectric substrate material having dielectric constant of 4.4 with size 31.4x28.33x1.6mm3. The Antenna is simulated by using CST MW studio2014 software to analyze the results. The simulation results shows reasonable |S11|<-10 for the frequency range over 8.38 to 11.59GHz in X-band region.
Detection of Leukemia Using Image Processing
Authors: Sivasangari A. , Sasikumar G.
Published: June 2018

Leukemia   disease   is one   of    the   leading   causes   of death   among   human. Its  cure  rate and  prognosis   depends   mainly   on  the  early  detection   and  diagnosis  of   the  disease. At  the  moment, identification  of  blood  disorders  is  through   visual  inspection  of  microscopic  images  by  examining  changes  like  texture, geometry, colour  and   statistical  analysis  of  images . This  project  aims  to  preliminary  of  developing  a  detection  of  leukemia  types  using   microscopic  blood  sample using MATLAB. Images  are  used  as  they  are  cheap  and  do  not  expensive  for testing  and  lab  equipment.
Optimization of WMN Performance for Different Propagation Environment
Authors: Qadir Reshi Isfaq , Saini Anuradha
Published: June 2018

Wireless mesh networks are multihop systems in which contrivances avail each other in transmitting packets through the network, especially in arduous conditions. We can drop these ad hoc networks into place with minimal preparation, and they provide a reliable, flexible system that can be elongated to thousands of contrivances. The wireless mesh network topology developed is a point-to-point-to-point, or peer-to-peer, system called an ad hoc, multi-hop network. A node can send and receive messages, and in a mesh network, a node withal functions as a router and can relay messages to its neighbours. A mesh network offers multiple redundant communications paths throughout the network. If one link fails for any reason, the network automatically routes messages through alternate paths. In a mesh network, we can abbreviate the distance between nodes, which dramatically increases the link quality. If we reduce the distance by a factor of two, the resulting signal is at least four times more puissant at the receiver. This makes links more reliable without incrementing transmitter power in individual nodes. In a mesh network, we can elongate the reach, integrate redundancy, and amend the general reliability of the network simply by integrating more nodes. One of the most astronomically immense issues in routing is to providing copacetic performance while scaling the wireless mesh network. It is fascinating, however, to investigate what transpires when routing nodes are expanded in different propagation environment and how that affects routing metrics. In this thesis, we examine the utilization of different proactive, reactive and hybrid protocols in such a way so that we may be able to build a cost function which avails in culling the finest grouping of routing protocols for a particular urban wireless mesh network. The key parameters are network throughput and average end to culminate delay. The performance of Bellman ford, DYMO, STAR and ZRP protocols have been examined with different node densities.  A non-linear cost function equation has been proposed corresponding to each routing parameter taken. Bitrate is taken as constant (CBR).
A Novel Algorithm based on UBTMF for Colour Pictures
Authors: Rehani Himanshu , Saini Anuradha
Published: June 2018

The issue of picture denoising is one of the most established in the field, is as yet getting extensive focus from the exploration zone due to consistently expanding interest for sensibly valued great media and in additament its part as a pre-preparing venture for picture division, pressure, and so on, because of high spatial being without a vocation of mundane pictures, nearby averaging of the pixels impressively abate the commotion while bulwark the first structure of the picture. To enhance the execution of the essential channels, more compelling sifting calculations including the exchanging vector channels and the amalgamation vector. In spite of the fact that there are different sifting calculations to cull, the more preponderant part of them is not outfit predicated. Multifarious Median Filter (AMF) performs well at low commotion densities. Be that as it may, at high filter densities the window measure must be expanded which may prompt obscuring the picture. In exchanging middle channel the cull depends on Re-characterized limit esteem. The paramount downside of this technique is that characterizing a vigorous cull is onerous. Supplementally these channels won't consider the nearby highlights because of which points of interest and edges may not be recouped severely, concretely when the filter level is high. To vanquish the above downside, Decision Predicated Algorithm (DBA) is proposed. In this, the picture is denoised by utilizing a 3x3 window. On the off chance that the preparing pixel esteem is 0 or 255 it is handled or else it is left unaltered. At high commotion thickness the middle esteem will be 0 or 255 which is boisterous. The goal of disuniting is to expel the driving forces so the commotion free picture is planarity recouped with least flag bending. Filter (Clamor) expulsion can be accomplished by utilizing sundry subsisting direct dissevering procedures which are main stream as a result of their numerical straightforwardness and the presence of the assembling direct framework hypothesis. In spite of the fact that middle channels expel motivation clamor without harming the edges, the prodigious majority of them work consistently over the picture and in this way have a propensity to alter both commotion and clamor free pixels. Preferably, the disuniting ought to be connected just to debased pixels while leaving uncorrupted pixels in place. We propose a novel calculation for clamor diminishment in light of UBTMF for Colour pictures.
Survey on Database Concurrency Control in Multilevel Secure Database Management Systems
Authors: Ansari Sakil Ahmad , Vishwakarma Jaychand
Published: June 2018

Transactions are vital for database management systems (DBMSs) because they provide transparency to concurrency and failure. Concurrent execution of transactions may lead to contention for access to data, which in a multilevel secure DBMS (MLSIDBMS) may lead to insecurity. In this paper we examine security issues involved in database concurrency control for MLS/DBMSs and show how a scheduler can affect security. We introduce Data Conflict Security; (DC-Security) a property that implies a system is free of convert channels due to contention for access to data. We present a definition of DC Security based on noninterference. Two properties that constitute a necessary condition for DC-Security are introduced along with two other simpler necessary conditions. We have identified a class of schedulers we call Output-State-Equivalent for which another criterion implies DC-Security. The criterion considers separately the behavior of the scheduler in response to those inputs that cause rollback and those that do not. We characterize the security properties of several existing scheduling protocols and find many to be insecure
Bisnis Vlogging dalam Industri Media Digital di Indonesia
Authors: Mahameruaji Jimi Narotama , Puspitasari Lilis , Rosfiantika Evi , Rahmawan Detta
Published: June 2018

This study explores the phenomenon of Vlogger as a new business in the digital media industry in Indonesia. Vlogger refer to social media users who regularly upload a variety of video content with various themes. We used case study to describe and analyze Youtube’s significant role in managing Vlogger communities, and also design support systems to make the communities growth and sustainable. We also explore Vlogger role as Online Influencer. This study is expected to be one of the references related to Vlogger phenomenon in the context of digital media studies in Indonesia.
Persepsi Digital Dependent terhadap Pemanfaatan Media Sosial dan Dampak Sosial Ekonominya
Authors: Rustiana
Published: June 2018

The aim of the study was to have empirical evidence of using social media, positive and negative impacts in the social and economic fields. A total of 179 respondents accounting students at one private university in Yogyakarta. Data had collected by questionnaire. Furthermore, the data had analyzed qualitatively by using descriptive statistics and item analysis. The implications are useful for digital dependent to be wise in using social media and aware of the positive and negative impacts. In addition, for companies and providers useful to analyze for the utilization of economic and social potential of social media.
Komunikasi Partisipatif Masyarakat Industri dalam Mendukung Branding Kota Madiun
Authors: Dewi Mutia , Nulul Noer Ayufika
Published: June 2018

Industrial society in madiun city contribute in supporting of Madiun city branding. This proved by the participate position in implementation and utilization of results. Madiun industrial society show the competitive value to global society that usually earn achievement from the exhibition that helds from many various events.  This competitive value is suitable with creation of Madiun city branding as 'Kota Gadis' which combinate from three education aspects. The form of communication participation in supporting branding madiun city is heteroglasia,dialogis, poliponi, dan karnaval
Representation of an Asian-Australian Gay in Hsu-Ming Teo’s Behind the Moon
Authors: Astuti Amelberga Vita N.P.
Published: June 2018

This paper examines how a novel Behind the Moon (2005) provides literary representations of an Asian migrant’s transforming sexual identities in Australia. Applying Morris’s concept of a “politics of surveillance,” it argues that approaches of strict control leads to an initial clash of cultures, and ultimately either to mutual transformation or a reinforcement of lack of agency/sexual difference. The analysis shows that the novel displays aspects of the cultural complexities of sexual identity formation regarding the character’s identity as an Asian homosexual in Australia. As to transformation setting, the city is a spatial metaphor for cultural confinement and surveillance.
Menggagas Jurnalisme Optimis dalam Pemberitaan tentang Bencana
Authors: Sukmono Filosa Gita , Junaedi Fajar
Published: June 2018

Para wartawan, mulai dari wartawan yang berada di lapangan sampai dengan redaktur yang berada di ruang redaksi menjadi saksi dan sekaligus korban bencana. Pengalaman menjadi saksi dan korban bencana telah menjadi laboratorium dalam pembentukan gagasan tentang jurnalisme sensitif bencana yang disebut sebagai jurnalisme optimis. Istilah ini menjadi oposisi biner bagi jurnalisme air mata yang selama ini lebih mewarnai media massa di Indonesia dalam pemberitaan bencana. Paper ini membahas secara spesifik tentang jurnalisme optimis yang dimunculkan sejak pra peliputan kebencanaan yang didasarkan pada pengalaman lapangan para wartawan di Yogyakarta.
Analysis of road traffic intensity on selected streets of Szczecin
Authors: Regulski Paweł , Abramek Karol F.
Published: June 2018

The article presents the analysis of road traffic intensity on selected streets of Szczecin. The research were carried out on three selected streets on working days in the afternoon transport peak. As part of the research, the number of passenger cars was determined in order to make possible the use of the railway infrastructure network as part of the public transport system.
Forecast of demand on the passenger transport market in the European Union
Authors: Kozłowska Małgorzata , Cygan Grzegorz
Published: June 2018

Demand on the passenger transport market in the EU is a very important issue from the point of view of providing the public with specific communication services, enabling at the same time diversity in its selection. Good knowledge of the specificity of this market, the use of relevant statistical data explaining it and the development of an original econometric model verified by appropriate statistical tests allows to show the relationships determining its development in the time range 2000–2015.
Possibilities and conditions for the implementation of integration solutions in public transport on the example of a dobule-city area Slupsk-Ustka
Authors: Adamkiewicz Tomasz
Published: June 2018

The article presents the problems of integration solutions in mass transport. This topic is based on the connections between Słupsk and Ustka, which is linked by a mutual cooperation agreement. Both towns form a dobule-city area, which aims to conduct a common regional policy. The aim of this article is to demonstrate the legitimacy of integrating the mass transport system operating in this area.

The task of integration processes on the public transport market is to provide the inhabitants of a region with a reliable transport system, streamlining the movement by a transparent tariff, adjusting the network of connections to the demand and shortening the travel time. It is necessary to construct a transport offer in such a way as to promote the attractiveness of public transport, in particular against the background of individual motorisation. The premise for building an integrated transport system should be all postulates of inhabitants of a region.

The results of the research project carried out prove that the issue of integrating public transport in this area is still valid. Their comparison with the proposed integration assumptions indicates that these solutions are an opportunity to improve its functioning. Implementation of the assumptions linking urban transport in Słupsk with mass transport in the Słupsk-Ustka corridor would contribute to strengthening the cooperation of both cities and improving their tourist attractiveness. However, it requires proper cooperation of local governments, taking into account all the travel postulates of the inhabitants of the region. The administrative boundaries can not constitute barriers to smooth movement between these cities.
Performance measurement in supply chain
Authors: Korneta Piotr , Krzyszkowski Andrzej , Chmiel Magda
Published: June 2018

The article presents performance measurement concept with its application possibility in supply chain management. A practical performance measurement model in supply chains was also presented. Stated model comprises three key areas – transportation, resources and information technology optimization. Against each of aforementioned areas exemplar performance indicators were set. Contemplated model, pursuant to insignificant adjustments implementation, aimed to consider local aspects of supply chain partners, can be applicable in polish companies, that constitute supply chains.
Logistics in life cycle of cars on the example of Toyota Motor Corporation. Stage IV – decommissioning
Authors: Wąsowicz Alicja
Published: June 2018

This article is the last of the series dedicated to the logistics in life cycle of cars, based on the materials from Toyota Motor Corporation. The study covered the IV stage of the life cycle of vehicles - the phase of withdrawal out of service. The topic of recycling of Toyota cars and the relationship between these activities and the protection of the environment as well as the issues of resource conservation and their effective re-use are discussed.
Overview of combustion process models in a cylinder of piston engine
Authors: Cuper Przybylska Dominika
Published: June 2018

The article presents an overview of models used to calculate combustion process parameters in piston engines. One of the applied techniques is modelling based on the mathematical description of physical phenomena. The level of complexity of such a description depends, however, on the purpose of the model, the efficiency of calculations and the possibility of obtaining reliable measurement data. The paper presents various methods of modelling phenomena occurring in the cylinder of a Diesel engine. Presented are assumptions and effects of modelling using models from 0-dimensional and single-zone to complex 3-dimensional models, describing the phenomena of turbulent mass movements using computer fluid mechanics.
Rules of the Polish Armed Forces using to combat terrorist threats
Authors: Bielecka Justyna , Nowacki Gabriel
Published: June 2018

The aim of this article is to present the possibility of using the armed forces to combat terrorist activities. Terrorism is a serious threat to international peace and security. In the face of this threat the a basic tenet is a take action anti-terrorism measures in Poland. Therefore, the proper functioning of the system prevention terrorist attacks and neutralize the effects of these attacks need reliable armed forces.
Rescue during the rail transport of dangerous goods
Authors: Jaworska Karolina , Nowacki Gabriel
Published: June 2018

An article constitutes characterization of basic information about rail transport of goods. Firstly, it presents basic information about rail transport such as national and international rules of law, rail’s infrastructure and main companies responsible for the organization of transport. Secondly, paper discussed the threats connected with rail transport of goods and it shows procedures and behaviors which should be taken in case of an accident on the railroad. Another theme mentioned in the paper concerns rescue during the rail transport of dangerous goods. The proposition is to improve existing rescue system what will permit to increase the safety of people and the environment. The Article is finished by a brief summary of content described in it.