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Spatial Extent of Future Changes in the Hydrologic Cycle
Components in Ganga Basin using Ranked CORDEX RCMs
Authors: Anand Jatin , Devak Manjula , Gosain Ashwini Kumar , Khosa Rakesh , Dhanya Chandrika Thulaseedharan
Published: May 2017

Abstract. The negative impacts of climate change are expected to be felt over wide range of spatial scales, ranging from small basins to large watersheds, which can possibly be detrimental to the services that natural water systems provide to the society. The impact assessment of future climate change on hydrologic response is essential for the decision makers while carrying out management and various adaptation strategies in a changing climate. While, the availability of finer scale projections from regional climate models (RCM) has been a boon to study changing climate conditions. These climate models are subjected to large number of uncertainties, which demands a careful selection of an appropriate climate model, however. In an effort to account for these uncertainties and select suitable climate models, a multi-criteria ranking approach is deployed in this study. Ranking of CORDEX RCMs is done based on its ability to generate hydrologic components of the basin, i.e., runoff simulations using Soil Water Assessment Tool (SWAT) model, by deploying Entropy and PROMETHEE-2 methods. The spatial extent of changes in the different components of hydrologic cycle is examined over the Ganga river basin, using the top three ranked RCMs, for a period from January 2021 to December 2100. It is observed that for monsoon months (June, July, August and September), future annual mean surface runoff will decrease substantially (−50 % to −10 %), while the flows for post-monsoon months (October, November and December) are projected to increase (10–20 %). While, extremes are seen to be increasing during the non-monsoon months, a substantial decrease in medium events is also highlighted. The increase in wet extremes is majorly supplemented by the increased snowmelt runoff during those months. Snowmelt is projected to increase during the months of November to March, with the month of December witnessing 3-4 times increase in the flow. Base flow and recharge are alarmingly decreasing over the basin. Major loss of recharge is expected to occur in central part of the basin. The present study offers a more reliable regional hydrologic impact assessment with quantifications of future dramatic changes in different hydrological sub-system and its mass-transfer, which will help in quantifying the changes in hydrological components in response to climate change changes in the major basin Ganga, and shall provide the water managers with substantive information, required to develop ameliorative strategies.
Assessment of shallow landslide susceptibility using an artificial
neural network in Enshi region, China
Authors: Zeng Bin , Xiang Wei , Rohn Joachim , Ehret Dominik , Chen Xiaoxi
Published: May 2017

Abstract. Landslides are one of the most common and damaging natural hazards in mountainous areas. However, due to the complex mechanisms that influence the activation of landslides, it can often be very difficult to predict exactly when a landslide will occur. Therefore, research on landslide prevention and mitigation mainly focuses on the distribution forecasting of unstable slopes that are prone to landslides in specific regions and under multiple external forces. The prediction of the spatial distribution of these unstable slopes, termed Landslide Susceptibility Zonation, is important in helping with government land-use planning and in reducing unnecessary loss of life and property. Researching unstable slopes in the Silurian stratum in Enshi region, China, this investigation established a GIS and artificial neural network (ANN)-based method to predict the distribution of potential landslides in this area. Based on the failure mechanism analysis of typical landslides in Silurian stratum, development of evaluation index system which represents the most relevant factors that influence the slope stability, and establishment of intelligent slope stability susceptibility prediction model by artificial neural network, the spatial distribution of unstable slope zones that are prone to landslides were predicted in the study area. The results were further well supported from remote sensing data and field investigations. This research proves that the spatial unstable slope prediction method based on intelligence theory and GIS technology is accurate and reliable.
Towards a monitoring system of temperature extremes in Europe
Authors: Lavaysse Christophe , Camalleri Carmello , Dosio Alessandro , van der Schrier Gerard , Toreti Andrea , Vogt Jürgen
Published: May 2017

Abstract. Extreme temperature anomalies such as heat and cold waves may have strong impacts on human activities and health. The heat waves in Western Europe in 2003 and in Russia in 2010, or the cold wave in South-Eastern Europe in 2012, generated a considerable amount of economic loss and resulted in the death of several thousands of people. Providing an operational system to monitor extreme temperature anomalies in Europe is thus of prime importance to help decision makers and emergency services which are responsive to an unfolding extreme event. In this study, the development and the validation of a monitoring system of extreme temperature anomalies are presented. The first part of the study describes the methodology based on the persistence of events exceeding a percentile threshold. The method is applied to three different observational datasets, in order to assess the robustness and highlighting uncertainties in the observations. The climatology of extreme events from the last 21 years is then analysed to highlight the spatial and temporal variability of the hazard and discrepancies amongst the observational datasets are discussed. In the last part of the study, the products derived from this study are presented and discussed regarding previous studies. The results highlight the accuracy of the developed index and the statistical robustness of the distribution used to calculate the return periods.
Evaluating of the spatial heterogeneity of soil loss tolerance and its effects on erosion risk in the carbonate areas of southern China
Authors: Li Yue , Bai Xiao Yong , Wang Shi Jie , Qin Luo Yi , Tian Yi Chao , Luo Guang Jie
Published: May 2017

Abstract. Soil loss tolerance (T value) is one of the criteria in determining the necessity of erosion control measures and ecological restoration strategy. However, the validity of this criterion in subtropical karst regions is strongly disputed. In this study, T value is calculated based on soil formation rate by using a digital distribution map of carbonate rock assemblage types. Results indicated a spatial heterogeneity and diversity in soil loss tolerance. Instead of only one criterion, a minimum of three criteria should be considered when investigating the carbonate areas of southern China because the one region, one T value concept may not be applicable to this region. T value is proportionate to the amount of argillaceous material, which determines the surface soil thickness of the formations in homogenous carbonate rock areas. Homogenous carbonate rock, carbonate rock intercalated with clastic rock areas and carbonate/clastic rock alternation areas have T values of 20, 50 and 100 t/(km2 a), and they are extremely, severely and moderately sensitive to soil erosion. Karst rocky desertification (KRD) is defined as extreme soil erosion and reflects the risks of erosion. Thus, the relationship between T value and erosion risk is determined using KRD as a parameter. The existence of KRD land is unrelated to the T value, although this parameter indicates erosion sensitivity. Erosion risk is strongly dependent on the relationship between real soil loss (RL) and T value rather than on either erosion intensity or the T value itself. If RL > > T, then the erosion risk is high despite of a low RL. Conversely, if T > > RL, then the soil is safe although RL is high. Overall, these findings may clarify the heterogeneity of T value and its effect on erosion risk in a karst environment.
Why the Coriolis force turns a wind farm wake clockwise in the Northern Hemisphere
Authors: van der Laan Maarten Paul , Sørensen Niels Nørmark
Published: May 2017

Abstract. The interaction between the Coriolis force and a wind farm wake is investigated by Reynolds-averaged Navier–Stokes simulations, using two different wind farm representations: a high roughness and 5 × 5 actuator disks. Surprisingly, the calculated wind farm wake deflection is the opposite in the two simulations. A momentum balance in the cross flow direction shows that the interaction between the Coriolis force and the 5 × 5 actuator disks is complex due to turbulent mixing of veered momentum from above into the wind farm, which is not observed for the interaction between the Coriolis force and a roughness change. When the wind farm simulations are performed with a horizontally constant Coriolis force in order to isolate the effect of the wind veer, the wind farm wake deflection of the 5 × 5 actuator disks simulation remains unchanged. This proves that the present wind veer deflects the wind farm wake and not the local changes in the Coriolis force in the wake deficit region. An additional simulation of a single actuator disk, operating in a shallow atmospheric boundary layer, confirms that the Coriolis force indirectly turns a wind turbine wake clockwise, as observed from above, due to the presence of a strong wind veer.
Factors that Influence Undergraduate Students’ Choice of a University: A Case of Botho University in Botswana
Authors: Rudhumbu Norman , Tirumalai Avinash , Kumari Babli
Published: May 2017

The purpose of this study was to determine factors that influenced decisions of undergraduate students’ choice of a university to study at. Botho University was used as a case study. Studies show that universities are currently confronted with both the decrease in student enrolments and high competition for those students between institutions. As a result of these twin challenges, it is of critical importance that factors that influence students’ choices of universities are investigated to enable effective planning of student recruitment strategies. The study employed a descriptive survey design that employed a structured questionnaire for data collection. Simple random sampling procedure was used to select a sample of 300 participants from a population of 1240 Botho University undergraduate students. Collected data was analysed using SPSS version 22. Results of the study showed that factors that include academic programmes offered, image and reputation of the institution, advertising, career fairs, quality of staff, employment prospects of graduates from the institution had a very high influence on the decision by students to choose Botho University as an institution to study at. Factors such as tuition fees, chance of getting scholarships and campus visits did not have a very high influence.
Prevalence and risk factors for stillbirths in Holstein cows in a hot environment
Authors: Mellado Miguel , Chávez María I. , Macías-Cruz Ulises , Avendaño-Reyes Leonel , Carrillo Evaristo , García José E.
Published: May 2017

Risk factors for stillbirth were studied in a dairy operation in northern Mexico (25°N). Data set consisted of 29406 full term calving records. Factors affecting stillbirths were analyzed using a step-wise multivariable logistic regression models. The predictive indicators of stillbirth risk were: temperature-humidity index (THI) during pregnancy and at calving, season of calving, calf birth weight, gestation length, semen characteristics (conventional or sexed), gender of calves, hour of calving and type of parturition (normal or dystocic). Throughout the study period, 7.3 (95%, confidence interval= 7.0–7.6) of every 100 calving events had a stillborn calf. Stillborns were higher with severe dystocia compared with non-assisted births (29.0% vs. 6.2%, p<0.0001) and calves with birth weights <35 kg compared with heavier calves at calving (19.3% vs. 2.3%, p<0.0001), and was lower in calves whose gestation length was >278 d compared with calves with shorter gestation periods (2.8% vs. 30.0%, p<0.0001). Cows in a severe state of heat stress prenatally and at birth (THI >83 units) had 1.3 higher risk of stillbirths than cows suffering reduced heat stress (p<0.0001). Evidence for a greater (p<0.001) stillbirth rates in cows with parturitions between 18:00 and 19:00 h compared with cows calving during other hours of the day was found (9.1% vs. 7.1%). Together, these results demonstrate that ameliorating heat stress during the peripartum period is an important management practice to reduce stillbirths in Holstein cows in this warm climate. Additionally, a greater attention of parturition around sunset can lower the current stillbirth rates.
The bean rhizosphere Pseudomonas aeruginosa strain RZ9 strongly reduces Fusarium culmorum growth and infectiveness of plant roots
Authors: Haddoudi Imen , Sendi Yosra , Batnini Marwa , Ben Romdhane Samir , Mhadhbi Haythem , Mrabet Moncef
Published: May 2017

A faba bean rhizospheric Pseudomonas aeruginosa isolate RZ9 was used for studying its antifungal activity and protecting effects of faba bean and common bean against the root pathogen Fusarium culmorum strain MZB47. The dual culture tests showed that RZ9 inhibits MZB47 in vitro growth by 56%. When mixing RZ9 cell suspension with MZB47 macroconidia at equal proportion, the macroconidia viability was reduced with 70%. Pathogenicity tests conducted in sterile conditions showed that MZB47 caused an intense root rotting in faba bean ‘Aquadulce’ plantlets and a slight level in common bean ‘Coco blanc’. This was associated to significant decreases in plant growth only in ‘Aquadulce’, reducing shoot dry weight (DW) by 82% and root DW by 70%. In soil samples, MZB47 caused severe root rotting and induced significant decreases in shoot DW (up to 51%) and root DW (up to 60%) for both beans. It was associated to a decrease in nodule number by 73% and 52% for faba bean and common bean, respectively. Biocontrol assays revealed that the inoculation of RZ9 to MZB47-treated plantlets enhanced shoot DWs (25% and 110%) and root DWs (29% and 67%), in faba bean and common bean, respectively. Moreover, root rotting levels decreased and nodule number increased in treated compared to untreated plantlets. Collected data highlighted the disease severity of F. culmorum and demonstrated the potential of using RZ9 in controlling Fusaria root diseases in beans. Thereby, the current study represents the first report on the biocontrol effectiveness of P. aeruginosa against F. culmorum in beans.
Effects of Line Spacing on Reading Performance of Normally Sighted and Simulated Visually-Impaired Subjects: A Pilot Study Using Arabic Words
Authors: Alotaibi Abdullah Z.
Published: May 2017

The study aims to evaluate the role of line spacing during reading in normal and visually-impaired persons. A total of 225 normally-sighted participants with mean age of 23.7 years were asked to read Arabic sentences in a randomized order. Each Arabic sentence contains 7 lines with and without simulated cataract. The words were printed with black letters on white background to enhance contrast and fonts were in Times New Roman and of N12 letter size. The reading pages were placed on reading stand situated 25 cm away from the subject’s eyes. The simulated cataract was created by using a Bernell Cling Patch Occluder. This reduced the visual acuity of all subjects to 20/60. Each line of the text was separated by different line spacing namely: single space, 1.5, 2.0, 2.5, 3.0 and 4.0 which represents, 0.5 cm, 0.8 cm, 1.1 cm, 1.4 cm, 1.7 cm and 2.0 cm, respectively. The sheets were presented randomly and participants’ voices were recorded as they read under a controlled time. The tape was analysed later and reading rate was calculated. There was a significant difference (p<0.0001) in reading rates between the normal sighted persons and the visually impaired persons for all line spacing. Modifying the spacing between lines in prints had a significant impact (p<0.0001) on the reading rate of the visually impaired but not in normally-sighted persons (p˃0.05). Intermediate line spacing (2 and 2.5) increased the reading rate of the visually impaired persons significantly more (p<0.001) than other line spacing, but smaller or larger line spacing slowed their reading rate, significantly (p<0.001). The visually-impaired persons reported that they felt the difference in reading prints with larger line spacing as compared with normal sighted participants who did not. It is beneficial to adequately modify the line spacing in prints commonly read by low vision persons. For Arab subjects the optimum line spacing to significantly improve reading in the visually impaired should range from 0.8 to 1.1 cm. This finding may be a useful for publishers of Arab prints targeting the visually impaired persons. Thus, the implication of the study in the field of health is that by establishing the least common line spacing visualized optimally among normal and simulated visually impaired persons would be fixed as default line spacing for Arab printing to achieve better reading performance.
Optometry Services in Saudi Arabia
Authors: Alotaibi Abdullah Z.
Published: May 2017

The purpose of this research study is to examine the quality of services provided by the Optometrists in the four provinces of Saudi Arabia. Further, recommendations shall be provided for future improvements based on the findings of the study. Two hundred and forty healthcare facilities were examined by conducting a questionnaire-based survey. Among these healthcare facilities, around 210 facilities were administered by private sector. The study hypothesis to be tested is based on evaluating the impact of hospital category on the quality of optometric services provided. The questionnaires were analyzed by the application of Chi-square test and it was observed that the responses of the participants do not vary on the basis of type of hospital, but the quality of services were dependent on the number of visiting patients. This shows that higher number of patients in the government hospitals, as compared to private and military healthcare centers increase the clinical experience of the practitioners and hence could be associated with the quality of care provided. The government and healthcare agencies should collaborate to develop standardized methods for eye-care delivery which are consistent with the guidelines of World Council of Optometry. Moreover, adequate training and awareness should be provided to the healthcare professionals to ensure quality clinical practices.
Parents’ Knowledge and Practice of Iron Therapy for Anemic Infants in Primary Health Care in Bahrain
Authors: Al-Jamri Ahmed , Al-Awainati Fatema , Ali Marwa , Jaafar Masooma , Hussain Mustafa , Jassim Ghufran Ahmed
Published: May 2017

BACKGROUND: Anemia in children aged less than five years is a common medical problem worldwide. Iron deficiency anemia is the most prevalent anemia in infants and has been shown to be a public health problem. Many studies have been conducted on anemia among infants but the scope of the conducted studies was focused on the prevalence of anemia with less emphasis on the knowledge and parental practice of anemia and its treatment. Providing infants with iron supplements and simultaneously ensuring their compliance has shown an improvement in hemoglobin levels, along with a significant reduction in the prevalence of iron deficiency anemia (IDA).OBJECTIVE: To explore the level of parental knowledge and practice towards iron syrup.METHODS: A Cross- sectional study was carried out from 21st June to 2nd July, 2015 in ten Primary Health Care centers in Bahrain. During the study period, a phone survey was conducted using a self-constructed questionnaire. The response rate was 98%.RESULTS: In this study, the prevalence of anemia in infants is 45%. 58.4% of parents did not give the offered iron for their infants or stopped it within the first week of use. Overall, around 70% of parents correctly answered half or more of the knowledge questions regarding iron syrup side effects but only 32.5% of parents correctly answered half or more of the questions regarding IDA complications.CONCLUSION: Anemia is prevalent among 9 months old infants with considerable gaps in knowledge and practices of parents.
Market Chain Analysis of HighValue Fruits in Bench Maji Zone, Southwest Ethiopia
Authors: Kassa Getahun , Yigezu Eskinder , Alemayehu Desalegn
Published: May 2017

This research aimed at assessing the market chain of banana, avocado and mango fruits in Bench Maji zone. Both primary and secondary data were collected from 2 purposively selected fruits producing districts namely North Bench and South Bench districts. Primary data were collected through semi-structured questionnaire and focus group discussion. A total of 150 households were selected by using systematic random sampling technique. In addition, 40 traders were selected by using simple random sampling technique. Market structure – conduct – performance analysis model was used to assess the performance of the fruits market. The result revealed that the participants in the fruits market were identified as primary actors and secondary actors. Primary actors in the fruits market chain were producers, brokers/ agents, farmer traders, collectors, and wholesalers. Whereas, local tax authority, local police, transporters, and district Trade and Industry office were identified as secondary actors. Fruits market in the area was characterized by non-competitive nature with concentration ratio ranging from 42 to 91.10% indicating the existence of oligopoly market structure. Entrance and exit in the fruits market was blocked by licensing and access to channel. A channel that links producers to local wholesalers through brokers was more efficient in terms of large volumes of sales. However, performance of the fruits market was affected by seasonality, the existence of few big traders, limited access to information, absence of organized market center and brokers’ interference. Therefore, attention has to be given to alleviate the problems so as to improve the performance of the fruits market.
The Effect of Job Dissatisfaction and Workplace Bullying on Turnover Intention: Organization Climate and Group Cohesion as Moderators
Authors: Nwobia Iheanacho Emeka , Aljohani Majeed Saad
Published: May 2017

There have been numerous studies on employee turnover intentions but very few have advanced on the notion of job dissatisfaction and workforce bullying from a contingent perspective. This paper conceptually examines how organizational climate and group cohesion impact on the domain relationships. We introduce a conceptual model to analyze potential consequences of employee turnover intentions. This is an important gap as the literature on turnover intentions has lagged conceptual developments. Several research propositionsare presented to provide guidelines for further empirical inquiries, hence precedes our understanding ofthe area of research. The paper concludes by discussingpractical and methodological implications for future research endeavors.
Country of Origin, Price Consciousness, and Consumer Innovativeness at Food Service Outlets in Developing Markets: Empirical Evidence from Brands of Imported Beef in Vietnam
Authors: Tran Thu Thanh , Moritaka Masahiro , Fukuda Susumu
Published: May 2017

The aim of this study is to explore the importance of information about country of origin and price on consumer innovativeness toward beef at food service outlets in developing markets. We construct a structural equation model (SEM) and test our hypotheses using data from direct interviews with 480 customers at beef restaurants in Vietnam. The results from the SEM indicate that consumer need for newly imported beef is the reason of further requirements of information about country of origin and price of beef. To reduce the uncertainty of the new beef brands, consumers at food services outlet demand for details of country of origin. However, the need for information about country of origin, and price consciousness depend on the eating out experiences of the customers. Expertise consumers, who can use intrinsic cues such as beef flavor, beef tenderness, and beef marbling, indicate the significant innovative attitude toward new beef brands at food service facilities.
Relation between Consumer Innovativeness Behavior and Purchasing Adoption Process: A Study with Electronics Sold Online
Authors: Neckel Anderson , Boeing Ricardo
Published: May 2017

This paper aims at analyzing the influence of consumer innovativeness behavior on the purchasing adoption process of products sold on the internet. Through a theoretical framework, the Domain Specific Innovativeness (DSI) and New Involvement Profile (NIP) scales were used in the study. The research approach has a mixed methodology, having both qualitative and quantitative approaches. In the qualitative phase, two focus group were conducted, with the objective of aligning the scales with the main research focus, and in the quantitative phase, an online survey with 448 respondents was applied. Data processing was based on multiple linear regression and results shows that the construct of the consumer innovativeness behavior has an explanatory power (R²) of 59.8% relative to the purchasing adoption process by the consumer. The consumers with a stronger innovativeness behavior showed to have similar characteristics when it came to purchasing innovative electronic products, making it easier to lead them to consumption.
Value Discipline Dimensions on Organisational Performance and Competitive Advantage: A Study on Pharmaceutical Companies in Diabetes Care
Authors: Bharadwaj Debasis , Farooq Ayesha , Jena Biranchi N
Published: May 2017

Purpose: Recent studies highlighted the increase of competiveness and fluctuation in pharmaceutical market share, the industry facing tremendous pressure. Hence the sector has the necessity to embrace the goal of delivering their products and services with value. Specifically, diabetes care in the pharmaceutical industry has been an important agenda for providing high quality services and products to the customers in past few decades. Therefore, the present paper critically views the impact of value discipline dimensions on organizational performance and competitive advantage of diabetes care in both developed and developing countries.Design/ methodology/ Approach: This research involves in secondary data collection due to achieving the objectives framed. Moreover, it perceives the association between the variables is not possible, conducting interviews with respondents in both developed and developing countries are also difficultFindings: The finding shows that there is animpact of value discipline dimensions on organizational performance and competitive advantage of diabetes care in both developed and developing countries via secondary data collection method. Research Limitations/ Implications: This study is limited to secondary research and all the findings inferred are from the information available from secondary sources.Practical implications: The impact of value discipline dimensionson organizational performance and competitive advantage of diabetes care is effective in the context of both developed and developing countries.Originality/ Value: Understanding the value discipline dimensions impact on organizational performance and competitive advantage of diabetes care is anew one. Hence this paper proposes this concept in both developed and developing countries perspective.
Information Desk Referrals: Implementing an Office Statistics Database
Authors: Feldmann Louise Mort
Published: May 2017

In fall 2006, Colorado State University Libraries in Fort Collins, Colorado, underwent an administrative reorganization. Part of this reorganization involved changing Morgan Libraries’ Reference Desk to an Information Desk from which staff and student assistants would provide reference referrals to librarians. To gather statistics and track the success of this new service, the College Liaison Librarians, formerly known as Subject Librarians, implemented an office statistics database to record and track referrals received in their offices from Information Desk staff. This database evolved to also provide a centralized online area to collect numbers of office reference transactions. This paper discusses the reasons behind the office statistics database’s creation and the statistics it provides CSU Libraries College Liaison Librarians.
Preparing the Underprepared: Current Academic Library Practices in Developmental Education
Authors: Roselle Ann
Published: May 2017

This qualitative study examines academic libraries and developmental education. The study was based on semistructured telephone interviews with 31 librarians from 21 states. Interview questions focused on instruction services for developmental students, library collections for developmental students, collaboration with developmental education instructors and learning centers, and professional development related to developmental education. Analysis of the results shows that librarians apply sound pedagogy when infusing basic library skills into developmental education and academic success courses, design assignments with high probability of student success, reduce library anxiety and build student confidence, and develop and promote library collections beneficial to developmental students.
Selected Reference Works, 2007–08
Authors: Witte Sarah , Cargill Mary
Published: May 2017

This article follows the pattern set by the semiannual series initiated by the late Constance M. Winchell more than fifty years ago and continued first by Eugene Sheehy and then by Eileen McIlvaine. Because the purpose of the list is to present a selection of recent scholarly and general works, it does not pretend to be either well balanced or comprehensive. A brief roundup of new editions of standard works is provided at the end of the articles. Code numbers (such as AC527) have been used to refer to titles in the Guide to Reference Books, 11th ed. (Chicago: ALA, 1996).
Leveraging Lean Six Sigma to Culture, Nurture, and Sustain Assessment and Change in the Academic Library Environment
Authors: Murphy Sarah Anne
Published: May 2017

This paper explores the application of Lean Six Sigma, a business improvement philosophy and methodology, in the academic library environment as one means to nurture and sustain a culture of assessment and change. It includes an overview of the philosophy and an example of an actual virtual reference improvement project that was conducted using Lean Six Sigma tools and principles at The Ohio State University Libraries. It concludes with a discussion of the benefits and limitations of deploying a Lean Six Sigma initiative within a library organization.
Unless Otherwise Indicated: A Survey of Copyright Statements on Digital Library Collections
Authors: Schlosser Melanie
Published: May 2017

This study examines the copyright statements attached to digital collections created by members of the Digital Library Federation. A total of 786 collections at twenty-nine institutions were examined for the presence of statements and their content evaluated for common themes. Particular attention was paid to whether the institutions in question are meeting their obligation to educate users about their rights by including information about fair use and the public domain. Approximately half the collections surveyed had copyright statements, and those statements were often difficult to distinguish from terms of use and were frequently vague or misleading.
An Assessment of the Completeness of Scholarly Information on the Internet
Authors: Chen Chuanfu , Tang Qiong , Huang Xuan , Wu Zhiqiang , Hua Haiying , Yu Yuan , Chen Song
Published: May 2017

In this paper, the authors propose an assessment framework of the completeness of scholarly information on the Internet, and then obtain a list of Web pages by searching for 32 key terms in eight subjects through Google, Yahoo, and Altavista. The 2,814 sample pages are examined according to the evaluation framework. The results reveal that the overall mean score of the completeness of online scholarly information was 2.92; only 11 percent of samples provide complete scholarly information. There is a statistically significant difference (P
The 3 Directions: Situated Information Literacy
Authors: Nichols James T.
Published: May 2017

In-depth case studies of the research experiences of university students gave rise to a conceptual framework for understanding the students’ behaviors related to reading, writing, and thinking as well as information seeking, the fundamental components of information literacy. The 3 Directions refer to the students’ movements toward (1) a product—Actions and Products Direction; (2) learning about their subject—Cognition Direction; and (3) participation in a scholarly or professional community—Participation Direction. Situated cognition offers a full explanation of the 3 Directions. This model is applied to the assessment of advanced-level information literacy in the disciplines and to the design of a basic level online tutorial.
Leveraging Measurement System Analysis (MSA) to Improve Library Assessment: The Attribute Gage R&R
Authors: Murphy Sarah Anne , Moeller Sherry Engle , Page Jessica R. , Cerqua Judith , Boarman Mark
Published: May 2017

Measurement System Analysis (MSA) provides decision makers with a useful suite of tools for understanding whether variation should be attributed to an assessment system itself or the actual item or program being assessed. This paper introduces the Attribute Gage R&R, using a study of The Ohio State University Libraries’ mechanism for measuring quality in e-mail reference transactions as an example. An ideal tool for examining assessment programs that require subjective interpretation, the Attribute Gage R&R can assist library organizations in understanding their processes and validating the utility of data collected through their measurement systems.
Leading Change in the System of Scholarly Communication: A Case Study of Engaging Liaison Librarians for Outreach to Faculty
Authors: Malenfant Kara J.
Published: May 2017

This narrative, single-case study examines how liaison librarians at the University of Minnesota (UMN) came to include advocating for reform of the scholarly communication system among their core responsibilities. While other libraries may hire a coordinator or rely on a committee to undertake outreach programs, UMN has defined baseline expertise in scholarly communication for all librarians who serve as liaisons to disciplinary faculty members. By “mainstreaming” scholarly communication duties, UMN is declaring these issues central to the profession.1 This intrinsic study uses evidence gathered from open-ended interviews with three participants, supplemented by documentation. It explores the context of these changes, systems thinking, and new mental models.
Assessing Learning, Critical Reflection, and Quality Educational Outcomes: The Critical Incident Questionnaire
Authors: Gilstrap Donald L. , Dupree Jason
Published: May 2017

This research study incorporates Brookfield’s Critical Incident Questionnaire (CIQ) as a qualitative instrument to assess the ACRL Information Literacy Competency Standards for Higher Education in one library’s instructional curriculum. A sample (n=348) of English Composition II students was studied over the course of two semesters during a four-session instructional program. A methodological framework of critical reflection, incidents, and events was incorporated, as well as reflection on practice. Results of the study showed the CIQ was effective in supporting qualitative methods for assessment of critical reflection in general and the ACRL Standards specifically during the research and learning process.
Crianças desaparecidas: Revisão sistemática
Authors: Tavares Ana , Crespo Carla , Ribeiro Maria Teresa
Published: May 2017

Objetivo

O desaparecimento de uma criança pode ser caracterizado por uma perda ambígua em que a criança está ausente fisicamente mas presente psicologicamente. No contexto da literatura atual não é ainda claro como é que indivíduos e famílias se adaptam a este evento adverso, verificando-se um escasso investimento na investigação sobre este tema. Deste modo, realizou-se uma revisão sistemática com o objetivo de identificar as áreas sobre as quais incidem os estudos existentes sobre crianças desaparecidas, com maior foco na compreensão da sua vivência e impacto na família.

Método

No presente estudo realizou-se uma revisão sistemática dos estudos empíricos relacionados com a temática do desaparecimento de uma criança.

Resultados

Foram incluídos na revisão 37 estudos analisados a partir de uma análise qualitativa, surgindo quatro temáticas: programas de prevenção de rapto; características do desaparecimento; implicações no reconhecimento de pessoas desaparecidas; impacto psicossocial do desaparecimento.

Conclusão

A revisão permitiu concluir que a investigação sobre crianças desaparecidas é escassa e apresenta uma grande dispersão de temas. Verificou-se a necessidade de examinar as características e o impacto dos diversos tipos de desaparecimento. A intensidade deste fenómeno não normativo justifica a necessidade de investigações que possam informar práticas de prevenção e de intervenção empiricamente sustentadas.
Methylated cis-regulatory elements mediate KLF4-dependent gene transactivation and cell migration
Authors: Wan Jun , Su Yijing , Song Qifeng , Tung Brian , Oyinlade Olutobi , Liu Sheng , Ying Mingyao , Ming Guo-li , Song Hongjun , Qian Jiang , Zhu Heng , Xia Shuli
Published: May 2017

Altered DNA methylation status is associated with human diseases and cancer; however, the underlying molecular mechanisms remain elusive. We previously identified many human transcription factors, including Krüppel-like factor 4 (KLF4), as sequence-specific DNA methylation readers that preferentially recognize methylated CpG (mCpG), here we report the biological function of mCpG-dependent gene regulation by KLF4 in glioblastoma cells. We show that KLF4 promotes cell adhesion, migration, and morphological changes, all of which are abolished by R458A mutation. Surprisingly, 116 genes are directly activated via mCpG-dependent KLF4 binding activity. In-depth mechanistic studies reveal that recruitment of KLF4 to the methylated cis-regulatory elements of these genes result in chromatin remodeling and transcription activation. Our study demonstrates a new paradigm of DNA methylation-mediated gene activation and chromatin remodeling, and provides a general framework to dissect the biological functions of DNA methylation readers and effectors.
Práticas Referendadas: um modo de ver o que se faz em sala de aula
Authors: Oliveira Rosemary Lapa , Beltrão Lícia Maria Freire
Published: May 2017

Este texto discute a Prática Referendada como uma forma de ver o que se faz na sala de aula, através do relato de uma cursista de Especialização em Docência na Educação Infantil, oferecida pela Faculdade de Educação da Universidade Federal da Bahia, através do acordo MEC/SEB/UFBA, estreitando diálogos entre as teorias que amparam essa prática e a prática mesmo, tomando como ponto de partida a transposição didática proposta por Chevallard, mas não se atendo à teoria posta, extrapolando para o olhar investigativo da prática pedagógica. O percurso metodológico funda-se em discussão teórica e na produção de leitura de uma prática referendada, a título de exemplo. Os resultados revelam atividades pedagógicas que pressupõem a ideia de que a criança é ser que pensa, produz e é incentivado pela produção cultural e social e essa relação precisa ser sempre protagonizada.
Ressignificando o processo de ingresso no ensino superior: uma proposta didático-pedagógica
Authors: Daltro Monica Ramos
Published: May 2017

A concepção da psicologia como profissão de saúde desafiou o processo formativo a afastar-se da ideologia patologizante da sociedade, preparando psicólogos para a complexidade do ser humano. O curso de Psicologia da Escola Bahiana de Medicina e Saúde Pública (EBMSP) estruturou um currículo integrado baseado em competências cujo eixo estruturante apresenta as etapas do ciclo da vida ao longo de seis semestres a partir do método PBL (Problem Basic Learning). Congruente com o currículo está o Processo Seletivo Formativo (PROSEF), que agrega ao tradicional sistema classificatório uma etapa formativa que coloca o estudante em contato com experiências lúdicas de aprendizagem que lhe apresenta o ciclo de vida como objeto de estudo e intervenção da psicologia. Expõe, também, a forma como o curso se organiza, o espaço físico institucional e os futuros professores, criando um território favorável ao processo iniciático de afiliação do sujeito à nova cultura, proporcionando-lhe referências para o início da vida acadêmica. Este artigo apresenta o PROSEF e o Jogo do Ciclo de Vida, um instrumento didático-pedagógico de mediação que possibilita aos aspirantes ao curso a ampliação dos conhecimentos sobre o universo psíquico do ser humano em seu complexo processo de desenvolvimento e que, com as Jogadas Master, conhece diferentes campos de prática da psicologia. A experiência testada desde 2009 permite que os esses candidatos ressignifiquem suas escolhas e adquiram referências que favorecem seu percurso de iniciação no universo acadêmico
PRETTO, Nelson De Luca. Uma dobra no tempo: um memorial (quase) acadêmico, Editus, 2015.
Authors: Sombra Laurenio Leite
Published: May 2017

Resenha do livro "Uma dobra no tempo", de Nelson Pretto.
3-6-9-12 Diventare grande all’epoca degli schermi digitali
Authors: Fantin Monica
Published: May 2017

O livro de Serge Tisseron 3-6-9-12, ainda não traduzido no país, trata da diferentes “idades da infância” e a relação das crianças com as telas digitais. O interesse do autor não é discutir o que as mídias fazem com as crianças ou o que as crianças fazem com as mídias, mas o que acontece nesse “meio”, com uma abordagem que foge da simplificação e renuncia às tentações de “idealizar ou demonizar” as tecnologias. Num convite para educadores conhecerem as mídias e discutirem com as crianças ensinando-as a distinguirem contextos e situações, a resenha apresenta uma síntese das ideias do autor e alguns comentários para instigar a discussão.
Pensar a Política do Livro em Minas Gerais: dados estatísticos sobre o comportamento do leitor e o mercado da leitura, produção, consumo e distribuição de livros.
Authors: Oliveira Isa Maria Marques
Published: May 2017

A obra é uma pesquisa realizada pela Câmara Mineira do Livro em parceria com a Fundação João Pinheiro, sob a coordenação da pesquisadora Marta Procópio e organizada por Zulmar Wernke. A Fundação João Pinheiro é referência em pesquisas estatísticas do estado de Minas Gerais e um importante centro de pesquisas no tocante às políticas culturais de Minas, a pesquisa contou com o apoio do Data Cultura, Secretaria de Estado da Cultura e Fundação Municipal de Cultura de BH. A Câmara Mineira do Livro – CML -, em 2015, completou 45 anos de trajetória na consolidação de um banco de dados de informações relativas ao setor livreiro, com esta obra inclui na pauta a variável “leitor” para desenhar um perfil dos leitores mineiros. Com isso, contribui para traçar um panorama do desenvolvimento do setor livreiro, que envolve dentre eles: editores, distribuidores e livrarias.
Programa de economia da música: histórico e perspectivas
Authors: Ghezzi Daniela Ribas , Vidigal Gustavo Pereira
Published: May 2017

O artigo analisará o processo de conformação de agenda voltada para o desenvolvimento da economia da música brasileira, no marco dos processos de inovação em políticas públicas culturais e o processo de concertação do governo federal em torno da dimensão econômica da cultura. Após a sistematização do histórico desse processo e apresentação de seus resultados mais imediatos, o trabalho procederá uma avaliação sobre as condições de sua implantação, pondo em destaque a dimensão da participação social. Busca-se, portanto, apresentar um estudo de caso e realizar uma análise crítica sobre o cenário para sua execução, compreendendo esse processo como referencial para reflexão e qualificação da atuação do poder público frente ao campo da economia da cultura.
Cultura, estado e mercado: uma análise da representação de economia criativa no Anexo I do Plano da Secretaria da Economia Criativa
Authors: Van Neutgem Aline , Livramento Dellagnelo Eloise Helena
Published: May 2017

Esse trabalho consistiu na análise de 12 artigos presentes no Anexo I do Plano da Secretaria da Economia Criativa, por meio da Análise Crítica do Discurso, de Fairclough (2001, 2003), e dos princípios de organizações isonômicas e fenonômicas, de Ramos (1981), com o objetivo de identificar a representação de economia criativa nesse corpus. De modo geral, embora haja ocorrências de uma perspectiva substantiva em relação ao tema, a ideia de organização predominante é a de empresa e há uma valorização das suas práticas e princípios como orientadores da economia criativa.
“A maioria dos blocos lá trabalham bloco como produto sim”: uma análise do carnaval de rua do Rio de Janeiro através das suas práticas empreendedora e seus múltiplos significados
Authors: Frydberg Marina Bay
Published: May 2017

Este artigo apresenta um panorama do carnaval dos blocos de rua no Rio de Janeiro hoje, identificando os principais agentes que organizam a festa. A partir deste panorama discute-se como se constrói as noções de mercantilização da/na festa. Procura-se identificar quais são as práticas empreendedoras que estão sendo utilizadas pelos blocos, ligas e/ou associações, poder público e empresas privadas. Problematizando os diferentes significados que esta noção possa ter para os agentes que participam do carnaval de rua do Rio de Janeiro.
Metabolic regulation of macrophages during tissue repair: insights from skeletal muscle regeneration
Authors: Juban Gaëtan , Chazaud Bénédicte
Published: May 2017

Macrophages are highly versatile cells that are involved both in the mounting and the resolution of inflammatory responses. Besides their properties in innate immunity to fight against pathogens, macrophages are essential for tissue repair, during which they adopt sequential inflammatory status. While the acquisition of some canonical polarized inflammatory statuses in vitro (M1/M2) is beginning to be understood at the molecular level, the regulation of macrophage skewing in vivo has been less investigated. Immunometabolism, in particular, is an emerging field, and most of the studies so far have investigated the control of macrophage polarization using in vitro set‐ups. In this context, skeletal muscle regeneration is an excellent paradigm to study tissue repair, since the sequential steps of inflammatory response and tissue repair are well characterized. In this Review, after introducing macrophage populations and functions during skeletal muscle regeneration, we present the current knowledge on the metabolic regulation of macrophage inflammatory status, with particular emphasis on the comparison between in vitro and in vivo models of macrophage activation. We also discuss the metabolic regulation of macrophages in vivo during skeletal muscle regeneration.