bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
BULLOUS ERYTHEMA NODOSUM AS INITIAL MANIFESTATION OF LEPROSY
Authors: Moura Carlos Antônio Gusmão Guerreiro , Sampaio Raphael , Góes Paulo , Freitas Gabriel de Magalhães , Cruz Constança Margarida Sampaio , Moura Carlos Geraldo Guerreiro
Published: September 2017

Introduction: Leprosy is a chronic granulomatous infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium leprae with protean manifestations, particularly prone to affect skin and peripheral nerves. The natural course of the disease may be associated with the development of type 1 or type 2 immunologic reactions. These immunologic reactions are reported to be caused by increased activity of the immune system, particularly a cell-mediated immune response against live leprosy bacillus or remnants of dead bacilli. Leprosy is one of the oldest diseases of mankind. Its clinical diagnosis can be challenging due to the varied manifestations. The first description of bullous erythema nodosum was made 1898 and since then there are few recorded reports. Case Report: Here we present a case of bullous erythema nodosum as leprosy first manifestation. A 35 year-woman presented with 1-year history of disseminated blisters on trunk, forearms and thighs, and multiple painful ulcerated nodules on her face. She reported that the lesions in her face became eroded and ulcerated spontaneously. There were no thickened nerves. Blood and Histopathological investigations were made. The treatment instituted was prednisone 1mg/kg without thalidomide. After two weeks with excellent response, specific therapy for Mycobacterium leprae was initiated by the infectious diseases assistant physician with a satisfactory response.
Notes on the Trade Relations between China and European Union (2008-2016)
Authors: C Previdelli Maria de Fátima S , Souza Luiz Eduardo S de
Published: September 2017

China is the second largest economy and the biggest exporter in the world. Its growth in 2016 reached 6.7% and it is expected that China may be in the way to become the world's largest economy by the end of this decade , with an internal market of over two billion Euro in potential consumers . China's rise as a major global economy was driven by its WTO accession in 2001 which allowed the opening of its economy. This led China to establish itself as a major global trader and largest world exporter. These notes outline a history of recent trade relations between China and the European Union, discussing its evolving dynamics and volume in international trade.
Microfinance as a way of Financial Inclusion: A Study of Cooch Behar District of West Bengal
Authors: Barman Bhajan Chandra
Published: September 2017

As a financial intermediary, banks contribute to the economic growth of the country by identifying the entrepreneurs with the best chances of successfully initiating new commercial activities and allocating credit to them. However, it is disheartening to note that the number of people with access to the products and services offered by the banking system continues to be very limited even after introduction of inclusive banking initiatives in the country through measures such as the cooperative movement, nationalisation of banks, creational of regional banks, etc. Against this backdrop, we can think about microfinance programme which plays an important role towards financial inclusion. People’s participation in credit delivery, recovery and linking of formal credit institutions to borrowers through the intermediation of self-help Groups (SHGs) have been recognised as a supplementary mechanism for providing credit support to the rural poor. The basic objective of the study is to analyse the role of SHGs towards financial inclusion of the rural poor in Cooch Behar District of West Bengal. From the discussion it is found that after joining the SHGs, 1,37,978 rural poor have been able to connect with the formal financial institutions in the district of Cooch Behar. Thus the microfinance programme in the form of SHG-Bank linkage model has played an important role towards financial inclusion of the rural poor in this district.
Statistische Wählerstromananalyse der Nationalratswahl 2002
Authors: Neuwirth Erich
Published: September 2017

Wir berechnen statistische Schätzungen für die Wählerströme zwischen den einzelnen Parteien bei der Nationalratswahl 2002 vom 24. November 2002. Diese Wählerströme werden für die einzelnen Bundesländer berechnet und dabei zeigen sich erhebliche regionale Unterschiede im Wahlverhalten. Zusätzlich stellen wir die regionalen Stimmenbilanzen der Parteien in grauwertcodierten Landkarten dar. Dabei lassen sich ebenfalls interessante Unterschiede feststellen.
Analysis of foreign research on organisational culture in scools
Authors: Kuznetsova O.E.
Published: September 2017

The paper reviews theoretical and empirical research of foreign psychologists on organizational culture in schools. The key problematics is as follows: paradigm, methodology, typologies, impact on school effectiveness. The paper reveals basic contradictions of these problems and outlines possible solutions proposed by foreign researchers. It analyses functional and dynamic paradigms of research on organizational culture and perspectives of their integration; describes the typologies developed according to the specifics of educational organization. Empirical studies focus mainly on the impacts of organizational culture on school effectiveness, as well as on the development and transformation of culture
Creating variable developmental situations in primary school lessons
Authors: Zaitsev S.V.
Published: September 2017

The paper discusses the intensity of learning motivation in university students of various forms, stages and courses of education and its relationship with personal reflection. Large amounts of empirical data obtained in this research allow us to assert that the adequacy of learning motivation is higher in graduate students than in undergraduate students, the latter demonstrating the highest rates in their first year of study and the lowest in the third. Motivation rates in part-time undergraduate students tend to decrease during the first three years at university; however, the rates increase in the fourth year. We also compared learning motivation in respondents with different levels of reflective thinking. Asit was revealed, adequate motivation and motives for acquiring the profession were higher in students with high levels of reflection as compared to those displaying average and low levels. Moreover, the highest rates of reflection were found in students who planned to pursue their profession and knew exactly in which field, whereas the lowest rates were common for students who were not certain as to whether their work would correspond with their major discipline.
Проблемы понимания и воспитание
Authors: Луков Валерий Андреевич
Published: September 2017

Воспитание выступает одним из процессов формирования новых поколений в соответствии с культурными предпочтениями, культурными кодами той или иной страны. Оно планируется, конструируется по содержанию, осмысливается государственными органами и общественными организациями в соответствии с принятым в обществе (сообществе) представлением о патриоте, гражданине, защитнике Родины как в недалеком, так и в отдаленном будущем. Этим означенный процесс, идущий от древности, оказывается связанным с новейшими идеями по изменению природы человека. Но все ли тут известно и понятно? Изменившиеся обстоятельства не меняют ли смысл воспитания и не делают ли его рудиментом прошлого, ушедших веков? Данная статья рассматривает традиционные и новые обстоятельства воспитания и то, в какой мере оно должно учитывать фактор понимания в своих конструкциях, которые не могут не считаться с этими существенно изменившимися обстоятельствами. Автор показывает, что в тезаурусном подходе есть перспектива понимать под воспитанием не понятие (что нередко связывается с его подменой термином «социализация»), а концепт, т. е. союз логического смысла воспитания с его значимостью для субъекта и вытекающей из этого эмоции. В этом ключе воспитание оказывается не элементом знаниевой системы, а феноменом понимания, без которого невозможно эффективное воспитательное действие, в том числе и в стремительно меняющихся социальных условиях.
Fine mapping of a cdt locus mutation that leads to increased cadmium tolerance
Authors: Kulaeva Olga A , Tsyganov Viktor E
Published: September 2017

A pea mutant SGECdt (cdt), which has an increased cadmium tolerance and an increased cadmium accumulation, as compared to the initial line, was recently obtained. Earlier, a SSAP (sequence specific amplified polymorphism) analysis revealed localization of the cdt locus in VI linkage group. For fine mapping of the cdt locus a set of PCR based markers was developed. PCR markers were based on known sequences of pea genes, which were determined using analysis of genome microsynteny between pea and model legume Medicago truncatula. The close linkage of the cdt locus and markers based on the Pentatricopeptide repeat and Exosome complex exonuclease RRP 45 genes was revealed. Thus, prerequisites for cdt positional cloning were developed.
PRION PROTEIN AND AMYLOID BETA PEPTIDE INTERACT IN THE YEAST SACCHAROMYCES CEREVISIAE
Authors: Rubel Aleksander A. , Korzhova Viktoria V. , Saifitdinova Alsu F. , Antonez Kirill S. , Inge-Vechtomov Sergey G. , Galkin Alexey P.
Published: September 2017

SUMMARY: The possibility of interaction between Prion Protein and amyloid beta peptide in living cells of yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae have been investigated by fluorescence 3D microscopy. Using the FR ET technique, it was shown that amyloid beta peptide and PrP interact in yeast cells. In the future, the yeast model can be used for investigation of the fine mechanisms of this interaction by fluorescence microscopy.
Interaction between transcriptional factors and phytohormones in regulation of plant meristems activity
Authors: Tvorogova Varvara E , Osipova Maria A , Dodueva Irina E , Lutova Ludmila A
Published: September 2017

Plant growth and development are controlled by large regulatory network which modulates activity of special groups of cells — apical meristems. This control is performed by means of phytohormones and transcriptional factors, the regulators of gene expression. In this review principal transcriptional factors regulating plant apical meristems are described, and the data are presented about their interactions with the most important plant hormones, auxins, cytokinins and gibberellins. General tendencies of these interactions are depicted.
Karyological Features of Siberian spruce ( Picea obovata Ledeb.) under Antropogenic Contamination Conditions of Krasnoyarsk
Authors: Vladimirova Olga S , Muratova Elena N
Published: September 2017

Results of karyological study of Siberian spruce from natural population and some districts of Krasnoyarsk are presented. Except typical chromosome number (2n = 24) most trees from city have one or two B-chromosomes (2n = 24 + 1B; 2n = 24 + 2B). In natural population all trees have only 2n = 24. System of B-chromosomes is of importance for population and species adaptation and possibly plays role for adaptation of P. obovata in condition of anthropogenic contamination.
Influence of oil pollution on morphology and cytogenetic characteristics of plants
Authors: Djambetova Petimat M , Reutova Nina V , Sitnikov Maksim N
Published: September 2017

Height stimulation and inhibition the flowering, formation of seeds and germination capacity is observed in the regions highly polluted with products of combustion and domestic cottage processing of oil. At the same time the level of chromosome aberration increase significantly in root meristema of seedlings of these plants
Organelle DNA variation in potato species
Authors: Antonova Olga U , Gavrilenko Tatyana A
Published: September 2017

The genetic diversity of 34 species of the genus Solanum was studied using chloroplast (cp) DNA and mitochondrial (mt) DNA specific PCR primers. 11 cpDNA haplotypes and 16 mtDNA haplotypes were discovered. Traditional botanical taxonomy of potato species was not supported by cpDNA data. Cladistic relationships of 34 species support their geographical and genome differentiation. A derived clades contains E-, B- and A-genome species of the section Petota suggesting a coevolution of chloroplast and nuclear genomes.
The comparative analysis of birth defects rates in regions of nuclear power-plants location
Authors: Demikova Nataliya S , Khandogina Elena K , Vorobyeva Ludmila M , Fedotova Nataliya A , Kobrinsky Boris A
Published: September 2017

The analysis of birth defects (BD) rates in regions of nuclear power-plants locations in comparison with control regions have been performed using BD monitoring database for 2000–2007 years. It has been shown that the BD rates in these regions don’t differ from BD rates in control regions, Russia Federation on the whole and some other countries. Receiving results indicate that the working of nuclear power-plants doesn’t lead to increasing of BD frequencies in these regions.
Evaluation of antigenotoxic effects of juices of plants Chelidonium majus L., Plantago major L. и Tussilago farfara L.
Authors: Fatykhova Diana G , Karamova Nazira S , Abdrahimova Yoldyz R , Ilinskaya Olga N
Published: September 2017

The antigenotoxic effects of juices of three medicinal plants, Chelidonium majus L., Plantago major L. and Tussilago farfara L. has been studied in two bacterial tests — SOS chromotest and Rec assay. Antigenotoxic effect was determined against known genotoxic substances — nalidixic acid in SOS chromotest and furacilin in Rec assay. Preparations obtained from the leaves of Ch. majus L. exhibited significant antigenotoxic effect in both the SOS chromotest and the Rec assay. It was shown that dilution of the herb juice of T. farfara L resulted in high bioantimutagenic activity in SOS chromotest. P. major L. preparations did not display statistically significant antigenotoxic activity in the both tests used. Possible mechanisms of antigenotoxic effects of Ch. majus L. and T. farfara L. plants obtained are discussed.
Epigenes — overgenes level hereditary units
Authors: Tchuraev Rustem N
Published: September 2017

The theoretical and experimental aspects concept of epigenes are considered. In epigenes part of the heritable information is preserved, coded and trasmitted in generations out of the primary structure of genomic DNA. The behaviour under crosses simples modelic epigenes is demonstrated. The variants of molecular-genetics mechanisms of epigenes and original results of experimental construction artificials epigenes by methods gene-engenering are presented. The ontogenetic and phylogenetic roles of epigene systems are discussed. It has been shown, that even simplest epigene systems can provide key events of ontogeny. The epigenes systems can provide non-Darwinian evolutionary strategy by means of “remember” relatively unsuccesful muves of evolution and preservation reserved variants of ontogeny.
Adding Trauma-Informed Care at a Bereavement Camp to Facilitate Posttraumatic Growth: A Controlled Outcome Study
Authors: McClatchey Irene Searles , Raven Rachel Francis
Published: September 2017

Background: Studies on posttraumatic growth (PTG) among bereaved youth are rare; outcome studies on how to facilitate PTG among this population are even more scarce. Objectives: This study examined the addition of trauma-informed care to bereavement interventions to foster PTG in youth attending a weekend-long bereavement camp. Method: A total of 105 participants completed standardized measures of posttraumatic growth and posttraumatic stress disorder after which 52 of the participants took part in a camp session. Ninety-five of the participants from both groups were post-tested four weeks after the camp session. Results: Multiple Regression showed that PTG scores were significantly greater at posttest for the treatment group. No significant changes in PTSD were found in either group, although the presence of dissociative symptoms decreased significantly among campers in the treatment group. Conclusions: Findings suggest trauma-informed care may increase posttraumatic growth among youth coping with loss. Implications for future studies and clinical practice are discussed
Integrating a Trauma-Informed Care Perspective in Baccalaureate Social Work Education: Guiding Principles
Authors: Vasquez Matthew Lorenzo , Boel-Studt Shamra
Published: September 2017

Over the past decade, there has been substantial growth in empirical evidence supporting that proper assessment and treatment of trauma using evidence-based practices can effectively reduce a wide range of symptoms in both children and adults. Given the complex nature of trauma treatment, trauma-based educational programming in social work is most commonly found at the graduate level. Yet, to date, there has been little discussion calling for the inclusion of trauma content in BSW education. In this paper, we examine the current state of trauma-content inclusion in social work education, and offer a guiding framework for integrating core trauma content into the BSW curriculum that is based on the core principles of trauma-informed care.
Feasibility, Acceptability, and Clinical Trends of a Mindfulness-Informed Child Welfare Intervention: Implications for Trauma-Focused Practice
Authors: Brown Samantha M. , Bellamy Jennifer
Published: September 2017

Exposure to stress and early life trauma have been linked to child maltreatment and parental substance misuse. These issues often co-occur, yet few child welfare services target their shared underlying causes in a single intervention. Teaching mindfulness-informed strategies to substance-misusing families in the child welfare system may be one promising trauma-informed approach. As part of a larger pilot study testing the initial efficacy of a mindfulness-informed intervention for parents in public child welfare, this study explored the feasibility, acceptability, and clinical trends of the intervention using weekly reports of stress, coping, and mindfulness. Findings show support for the feasibility and acceptability of the intervention as well as positive responses to the intervention on measures of stress and mindfulness. However, the impact of the intervention varied with regard to improving weekly coping among participants. Implications for the integration of mindfulness into child welfare practice as a trauma-informed approach are discussed.
Developing Trauma-Informed Care Champions: A Six-Month Learning Collaborative Training Model
Authors: Koury Samantha P. , Green Susan A.
Published: September 2017

This paper describes a six-month learning collaborative for service providers seeking to implement trauma-informed care (TIC) into their agencies. Although the professional literature on trauma-informed care has grown substantially over the past 10 years, little research has focused on how to effectively train agencies in creating a trauma-informed culture shift. Participants were trained as “TIC champions” to help facilitate the creation of trauma-informed approaches in their agencies. Through a parallel process, they learned the skills for planning and implementing a trauma-informed approach in their agency. At the completion of the training, trainers observed champions becoming more confident in their ability to assist their agencies in creating a trauma-informed culture shift. Though quantitative studies evaluating the learning collaborative are needed, initial findings suggest the collaborative approach is an effective means of guiding champions through the process of becoming trauma-informed.
Interdisciplinary Issues at the Intersection of Assessing and Treating Substance Use Disorders and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder: Clinical Social Work and Clinical Behavioral Analysis with Veterans
Authors: Matthieu Monica M. , Wilson Alyssa , Casner Robert W.
Published: September 2017

Veterans and military personnel may be at higher risk for developing addictions due to increased prevalence rates of co-occurring mental health disorders including posttraumatic stress and substance abuse disorders. However, clinicians may feel unprepared to assess and to treat these co-occurring disorders, especially when it includes a behavioral addiction such as gambling. Clinical social work and clinical behavior analysis are two fields with complementary interdisciplinary approaches that can lead to improved client-centered outcomes. Yet, limited evidence exists to guide interdisciplinary treatment teams in effective treatment of gambling addictions and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). The current article provides an interdisciplinary treatment model to assist clinicians in selecting appropriate evidence-based assessments and treatments. A case example focuses on the use of assessment tools and treatment approaches drawn from recommendations from best practice guidelines for veterans. Finally, resources related trauma and addictions are presented.
Acupuncture treatment for diaphragm muscle damage after peptic ulcer surgery
Authors: Zhu Jihe , Arsovska Blagica , Kozovska Kristina
Published: September 2017

The diaphragm is a muscle located in the base of the thorax, serving two main functions – inspiration and separating the abdominal and thoracic cavity. During some chest and abdomen surgeries the muscle can be accidentally damaged and cause pain and other severe symptoms. The treated patient is a 46 year old male with constant pain variable in intensity, difficulty in breathing and nausea for 14 years. The pain occurred after peptic ulcer surgery, located in the upper abdomen below the ribs in the epigastric region. The patient was given wrong diagnosis for chronic pancreatitis and was taking Tramadol, Ketonal and Zaracet for 14 years. The treatments started on 5th of May 2017 in our clinic for Traditional Chinese Medicine and acupuncture. Treatments were done indoor, on a room temperature, with duration of 35-40 minutes. Treatments were done once weekly with normal (dry) acupuncture with fine sterile disposable needles. The patient immediately felt better after only one treatment. After three treatments the patient was totally pain-free and all the accompanying symptoms were gone. Acupuncture points that were used in the treatment are: Du8, Du6, Du7, Du20, Li6, Ki16, Rm4, Rm11, St36, Sp6 and Lv3. With correct diagnosis and proper treatment we succeeded to help our patient to relieve him from the long-lasting pain for a very short time. 
Using ERP Mashups to Improve Business Processes
Authors: Rognsoy Tone M.
Published: September 2017

Customizing an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system to fit organizational needs is a complex task. Cost, difficulties with maintenance and upgrade, and loss of vendor support are just some of the factors that cause customizations to fail. Enterprise mashups represent a new way of tailoring an ERP environment in close collaboration with users. We have developed two enterprise mashups for a multinational company in the fish feed industry. The paper describes and discusses how organizations may use mashup technology to improve their processes by customizing their ERP systems. Our study suggests that the case organization indeed has a potential for such improvement.
Impact of Impulsive Buying Behavior and Opinion Leadership on the Relationship between Emotional Intelligence and Consumer Satisfaction of Smartphone buyers
Authors: Rajput Namita , Talan Amogh
Published: September 2017

This research studies the Impact of Impulsive Buying Behavior and Opinion Leadership on the relationship between Emotional Intelligence and Consumer Satisfaction of Smartphone buyers. Due to an increased usage of smartphones among the youth of India, it has become a challenge for today’s marketers to find out the factors which affect, directly or indirectly, the sale of smartphones. Partial Least Square technique of Structural Equation Modeling was applied using SmartPLS 2.0.M3 to understand the proposed relationships. Both Impulsive Buying Behavior and Opinion Leadership were found to be significant mediators of the relationship between Emotional Intelligence and Consumer Satisfaction. Managerial implications have been discussed.
Automatic Speaker Recognition: Current Approaches and Progress in Last Six Decades
Authors: Singh Nilu , Agrawal Alka , Khan R. A.
Published: September 2017

Automatic speaker recognition is the process to recognizing speaker automatically by their speech/voice on the basis of specific characteristics of his/her speech signal. These voice specific characteristics are called speech features. Over the past six decades many recent advances in the area of speaker recognition have been achieved, but still many problems remains to be solved or require better solutions. The main problems in speaker recognition are session variability, channel mismatch and recording conditions of voice. To develop an efficient speaker recognition system it needs to examine stable parameters of voice features parameters over time, unaffected from variation in speaking, background noise, channel distortion and robust against variation of physical problems. This paper overviews recent advances and general ideas of speaker recognition technology.
Programme Evaluation under Open and Distance Learning: An Evaluation of MCA Programme offered by IGNOU
Authors: Misra Anil Kumar
Published: September 2017

Programme evaluation is very essential in open and distance learning to know the strengths and weaknesses of a particular programme. It is carried out to guide decision makers, Programme Coordinators and other stake holders with an overall objective to improve the student support services offered to learners. The present study undertakes to evaluate the MCA programme offered by IGNOU with the existing programme structure since 2005. Sincere efforts will be made to critically evaluate the objectives of MCA programme, various parameters of Self Learning Material supplied to the learners, counseling sessions (Theory/Practical) organized, various aspects of assignments, preparation of project report, Term End Examination etc. The findings of the above study will provide an insight to the higher authorities for making appropriate changes in the programme structure to suit the present day requirements.
Instrumental in Setting up of the First Large Scale Education and Research Network in close Collaboration with the Leading Educational and Research Institutions Dr
Authors: Rai Gulshan
Published: September 2017

Cyber security expert Gulshan Rai will now take charge as special secretary for cyber security as the first cyber security chief under the Prime Ministers Office. Before the current appointment he was heading the Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT) at the Department of electronics and information technology (DeitY). Rai’s appointment comes at a time when cyber security assumes importance in the backdrop of growing network intrusions and hacking attempts on not just businesses but also on the government.
Theme: Sustainable Developmental Goal ~ Education
Authors: Board Editorial
Published: September 2017

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Роль цифровых технологий в продвижении товаров и услуг на глобальных рынках
Authors: Костин Константин Борисович
Published: September 2017

В статье проанализированы основные современные тенденции в области развития цифровых технологий, направленных на продвижение товаров и услуг. Приведены данные по внедрению программы «Цифровая экономика» в Российской Федерации и рассмотрены перспективы ее развития. Определены наиболее значимые цифровые технологии, обеспечивающие продвижение товаров и услуг на глобальных рынках и соответствующие маркетинговые инструменты. Рассмотрены эффекты от их внедрения: дифференциация, формирование новых источников дохода и оптимизация затрат. Показано, что с помощью технологий «большие данных», блокчейн, искусственного интеллекта и ревеню-менеджмента, с учетом использования социальных медиа, концепции «интернет вещей», дополненной и виртуальной реальности, методов психодиагностики и цифровых продуктов можно значительно повысить рентабельность и объем продаж продвигаемых на глобальных рынках товаров и услуг.
Марковские цепи как инструмент оценки рисков страховых компаний, возникающих при передаче функций на аутсорсинг
Authors: Козьминых Ольга Валерьевна
Published: September 2017

На сегодняшний день, несмотря на большое количество качественных и количественных методов оценки рисков, у российских страховщиков существует целая группа рисков, управлению которой не уделяется должного внимания. Передавая свои функции на аутсорсинг разного рода посредникам, страховщик преследует цель в виде повышения эффективности своей профессиональной деятельности. Однако практика как российского, так и зарубежных страховых рынков, демонстрирует, что посредники, принимающие на исполнение функции страховщика, генерируют дополнительные для него дополнительные риски. В данной работе предлагается использование метода Марковских цепей для оценки рисков, возникающих при передаче страховой компанией своих функций на аутсорсинг. Предполагается, что данный метод сможет наглядно продемонстрировать, стоит ли страховщику передавать свои функции посреднику на аутсорсинг или реализовывать их самостоятельно. Использование метода Марковских цепей для внутреннего риск – менеджмента страховых организаций позволит сократить количество мошеннических выплат на страховом пространстве России и приведёт к повышению качества предоставляемых страховщиками услуг.
Anorectal function and quality of life after chemoradiotherapy in patients with anal canal carcinoma
Authors: De Felice Francesca , Musio Daniela , Bernardi Gloria , Grapulin Lavinia , Impagnatiello Alessio , Lisi Roberto , Moschella Cosima Maria , Indinnimeo Marileda , Tombolini Vincenzo
Published: September 2017

Background: A retrospective study was conducted to evaluate sphincter function and quality of life (QoL) in patients treated with radiotherapy and concurrent chemotherapy (CRT) for anal canal cancer.

Materials and Methods: From 1998 to 2010, patients with anal canal cancer treated with CRT were eligible. Radiation dose was 59.4 Gy (1.8 Gy/ fraction) and the chemotherapy regimen was 5-fluorouracil and mitomycin C. Anorectal function was investigated by anorectal manometry and transrectal ultrasound. QoL was assessed with the European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer (EORTC) QLQ-C29 questionnaire. Correlations between diagnostic parameters and patient-reported outcomes were evaluated.

Results: Eighteen patients were enrolled. Overall, 4 patients had stage I disease, 8 stage II and 6 stage III. Anorectal manometry parameters were significantly lower compared to healthy scores. Patients-reported continence was significantly higher than fecal incontinence manometry scores. Ultrasound sphincter complex defects were recorded in 17 patients. Globally, a positive correlation was described between resting pressure of manometric exam and sexual functioning items and sphincter complex and patient-reported flatulence, respectively.

Conclusions: Definitive CRT represents the standard of care for anal canal cancer. Patients experienced low rates of fecal incontinence compared with results of diagnostic exams. Further studies are needed to better define toxicity and QoL after definitive CRT in anal canal cancer.
Personal docente universitario y contratación temporal abusiva = University teaching staff and abusive use of fixed-term contracts
Authors: Beltrán de Heredia Ruiz Ignasi
Published: September 2017

Resumen: Análisis de la STS 1 de junio 2017 (rec. 2890/2015) que, a la luz de las doctrinas Pérez López y Márquez Samohano del TJUE, declara que una sucesión de contratos temporales de un profesor de la Universitat de Barcelona debe ser calificada como abusiva porque no estaban ligadas a los objetivos propios de la contratación utilizada y por atender a necesidades permanentes de la Universidad. El estudio concluye que el contenido de esta doctrina puede acabar forzando una redefinición de la gestión del personal docente universitario existente.Palabras clave: Personal docente universitario, Directiva 1999/70, contratación temporal abusiva.Abstract: Analysis of the STS 1 June 2017 (rec. 2890/2015), which, in the light of the doctrines Pérez López and Márquez Samohano of the EU Court, states that a succession of teaching contracts at the University of Barcelona should be described as abusive because it was not linked to the objectives of the fixed term contract used and were used to attend to the University's teaching permanent needs. The study concludes that this doctrine can force a redefinition of the existing management of university teaching staff.Keywords: University teaching staff, Directive 1999/70, abusive use of fixed-term contracts.
La investidura del Presidente del Gobierno: un análisis a la luz de la experiencia reciente = The investiture procedure in Spain: an analysis in light of the recent experience
Authors: López Rubio Daniel
Published: September 2017

Resumen: Las elecciones generales de 2015 y 2016 en España han puesto fin a un período de más de tres décadas marcado por un claro bipartidismo. Hasta ese momento, los procesos de investidura no revistieron nunca una especial dificultad, lográndose de un modo relativamente rápido la formación de gobierno. La nueva situación política, que ha traído 315 días sin un gobierno en plenitud de funciones, aconseja revisar la normativa constitucional relativa a la elección del Presidente del Gobierno, reflexionando sobre la conveniencia o no de introducir algunas reformas.Palabras clave: Investidura, elección del Presidente, gobierno parlamentario, funciones del Rey, reforma constitucional.Abstract: More than three decades of a strong two-party system ended after the Spanish general elections of 2015 and 2016. Until then, investiture had never been particularly difficult and the formation of the government had taken place rapidly. The new political situation, that produced a 315-day span without government, suggests reviewing the constitutional rules for the election of the President of the Government and discussing whether or not some legal reforms are convenient.Keywords: Investiture, election of the President, parliamentary government, the King’s constitutional role, constitutional reform.
Flipped learning, flipped satisfaction, getting the balance right
Authors: Fisher Rosemary , Ross Bella , LaFerriere Richard , Maritz Alex
Published: September 2017

This paper explores students’ perceptions of their learning outcomes, engagement, and satisfaction with a technology-facilitated flipped approach in a third-year core subject at an Australian university during 2014. In this pilot study, findings reveal that students preferred the flipped approach to the traditional face-to-face delivery and reported increased engagement, satisfaction, and learning outcomes as a result of both the flipped classroom approach and the use of digital technologies in the delivery of the unit. However, students did report frustration and less satisfaction generally with the flipped model in the initial stages of the semester. The implications are that students may require extra support in the initial stages of delivery of a flipped class to assist them to understand and take up the challenge of theapproach, thereby maximising student engagement and satisfaction earlier in the semester.
Tecnologias assistivas e deficiência: algumas considerações
Authors: Pereira Rita de Cassia de Sena Pardo
Published: September 2017

O presente trabalho possui a finalidade de analisar o potencial das Tecnologias Assistivas (TA), enquanto ferramentas facilitadoras do processo de aprendizagem das pessoas com deficiência, observando se as mesmas oferecem possibilidades de acesso de modo inclusivo ou exclusivo, para aquelas pessoas. Desta forma, este trabalho, buscou investigar algumas possibilidades, além da aceitação das diferenças como natural ao ser humano, com a apropriação das TA para a promoção da sua autonomia e exercício pleno da sua cidadania, contribuindo para tornar a sociedade mais justa e democrática, onde todos são aceitos e respeitados como cidadãos.
Ações afirmativas e integração do negro no ensino superior: uma relação possível?
Authors: Bonilha Tamyris Proenca
Published: September 2017

Dados estatísticos e pesquisas acadêmicas apontam que a trajetória escolar do sujeito negro é significativamente mais acidentada que a do sujeito branco. Dentre os elementos que legitimam tal quadro de desigualdade social se destaca a discriminação racial. O presente artigo discute a integração do aluno negro na universidade, quando seu ingresso é facilitado por um programa de ação afirmativa, a qual visa assegurar o acesso de sujeitos negros a posições estratégicas na sociedade, tal como no ensino superior. Essa discussão é fruto de uma pesquisa de iniciação científica – realizada na Universidade Estadual de Campinas com alunos negros e brancos, beneficiados pelo Programa de Ação Afirmativa e Inclusão Social (PAAIS) – que teve como objetivo identificar os elementos que compõem o processo de integração do estudante negro no contexto universitário e analisar a visão do aluno negro a respeito da universidade e seus modos de inserção.
Shame, classroom resistance, and Bion’s desire not to know
Authors: Alcorn Marshall
Published: September 2017

Não é incomum aos estudantes resistir às indicações ou às teses ensinadas por seus professores. Esse artigo usa a teoria do afeto presente no trabalho de Sylvan Tomkins para entender a descrição Bioniana da característica humana do “desejo de não saber”. Eu defendo que experiências culturais de vergonha e indignação tragam à baila respostas que restringem e atacam as possibilidades de pensamento cognitivo. Experiências de sala de aula que apelem para exigências de “sagacidade” deveriam prever o fator biológico das resistências e buscar formas de engajamento que respondam a tais resistências através de forças emocionais, ao invés de intelectuais.
A dinâmica da agressividade em sala de aula: uma leitura possível e necessária
Authors: Archangelo Ana , Luz Tagiane Maria da Rocha
Published: September 2017

Este artigo aborda a agressividade em sala de aula. É resultado de uma pesquisa realizada com um aluno de segunda série (atual terceiro ano) de uma escola pública localizada em um bairro vulnerável à exclusão social, em uma cidade do interior do estado de São Paulo. A investigação foi realizada mediante observação em sala de aula, visita domiciliar, entrevista com familiares e encontros com a criança. Nesses encontros, a criança podia brincar, ler, desenhar, pintar ou simplesmente falar e conversar com o pesquisador. Foi possível perceber que a agressividade estava relacionada à não superação de mecanismos mentais primitivos, próprios da posição esquizo-paranoide, descrita por Klein. O artigo ressalta a necessidade de analisar tal quadro em função dos processos de exclusão social vividos pela criança e por sua família. Ressalta ainda algumas dificuldades enfrentadas pela escola e possíveis intervenções da instituição com a criança.
Desenvolvimento local, turismo e populações tradicionais: elementos conceituais e apontamentos para reflexão
Authors: Araújo Wilson Alves de , Temoteo Joelma Abrantes Guedes , Andrade Maristela Oliveira de , Trevizan Salvador Dal Pozzo
Published: September 2017

O Objetivo deste artigo foi ampliar a discussão sobre a relação entre os conceitos de desenvolvimento local, turismo e populações tradicionais. Trata-se de uma pesquisa de revisão narrativa e bibliográfica, tendo como base a atividade turística e sua relação com as comunidades indígenas do Brasil, especificamente dos Pataxó no sul da Bahia e os Potiguara, na Paraíba. Considera-se que o turismo, se bem planejado, pode gerar impactos positivos, como a afirmação da identidade cultural das comunidades indígenas.
Previsão do ruído ambiental urbano devido à implantação do Modal Veículo Leve sobre Trilhos (VLT) por meio de simulação computacional
Authors: Amorim Adriana Eloá Bento , Durante Luciane Cleonice , Vilela Jhonatha Correia , Callejas Ivan Julio Apolônio
Published: September 2017

O trabalho avaliou os impactos da implantação do Veículo Leve sobre Trilhos (VLT) no ruído ambiental de um corredor estrutural viário do aglomerado urbano de Cuiabá-Várzea Grande/MT, Brasil. Utilizando simulação computacional, concluiu-se que, muito embora, a implantação do VLT proporcione redução do ruído ambiental, este ainda permanece acima do limite normativo, indicando a necessidade de adoção de gestão integrada para mitigação da poluição sonora urbana.
Sustentabilidade como elemento da função social da propriedade: crítica ao papel meramente simbólico desse princípio
Authors: Pedrosa Lauricio Alves Carvalho , Borges Roxana Cardoso Brasileiro
Published: September 2017

O presente trabalho analisa a necessidade de consideração da noção de sustentabilidade como elemento ínsito ao princípio da função social da propriedade, em suas diversas espécies. Com base em uma pesquisa exploratória, de natureza bibliográfica e documental, foram apresentadas propostas de argumentação voltadas para a defesa de um princípio, cujo conteúdo integra uma ética material voltada para garantir a preservação do planeta. Acredita-se que, desse modo, as normas relativas à função social da propriedade deixarão de atuar como mera legislação simbólica – em que a solução para os conflitos é meramente aparente – e poderão adquirir uma adequada eficácia normativa.
Effect of Coping Strategies on Stress of Parent with Intellectual Disabilities Children
Authors: Bonab Bagher Ghobari , Motamedi Farzaneh , Zare Fazlolah
Published: September 2017

Background: Raising a child with intellectual disability is stressful for the parent because it requires an intensive physical engagement as well as coping with emotional reactions to the child’s condition. Parents have different modes of adapting to stress and demands caused by the disorder. Method: The current descriptive research design is aimed to identify existing coping strategies of parents who have children with intellectual disabilities. This study included 60 parents with intellectual disabilities children (30 mothers and 30 fathers) that were selected by random sampling. Parent's coping strategies were assessed by Collaborative Coping Strategies in Challenging Life Events (Ghobary et al., 2003) and Questionnaire on Resources and Stress (Friedrich, short form: QRS–F) was used to examine the degree of parental stress. Result: The correlation and regression analysis was used. The most of parent were used kind of coping strategies for coping with stress. Recognition of coping strategies of the parents is important and useful for the development of therapeutic interventions aimed at facilitating family adaptation in families with a child with intellectual disabilities.
Perfil epidemiológico dos óbitos por afogamento no estado do Tocantins no período de 2010 a 2014
Authors: Rodrigues Amanda de Lima , Carvalho Rebeca de Sousa , Cuellar Pedro Manuel Gonzales
Published: September 2017

RESUMO

Objetivo: Traçar o perfil epidemiológico dos óbitos por afogamento no estado do Tocantins no período de 2010 a 2014. Métodos: Análise dos dados obtidos através da plataforma online do Departamento de Informática do Sistema Único de Saúde (DataSus). Resultados: No período, foram registrados 337 óbitos por afogamento e submersão acidentais, desses, 82,19% eram do sexo masculino e 17,21%, do sexo feminino. A faixa etária com maior número de casos foi de 20 a 29 anos com 17,51%. Observou-se que 116 vítimas apresentavam entre 1 e 7 anos de estudo, 46, mais de 7 anos, 42, não tinham escolaridade e em 133 ocorrências (39,96%) o dado foi ignorado. O mês com o maior número de ocorrências foi julho com 59 óbitos (17,5%). Os municípios que registraram maior número de mortes foram Palmas (10,97%), Araguaína (6,82%) e Porto Nacional (6,23%). Considerações finais: Os óbitos por afogamento implicam prejuízos econômicos diretos e indiretos, como aqueles empregados para o salvamento e secundários à perda de indivíduos jovens e potencialmente produtivos. Comprova-se então a importância do tema para saúde pública e a necessidade de planejamento e a alocação de recursos em ações de prevenção e para a proteção dos grupos de maior risco.         Palavras-chave: Afogamento, Mortalidade, Epidemiologia, Sistemas de informação.

ABSTRACT

Objective: To describe the drowning death's epidemiological profile in the Brazilian State of Tocantins between 2010 and 2014. Methods: Data analysis from the information obtained through the Unified Health System's Information Technology Department (DataSus). Results: 337 deaths secondary to incidental drowning and submersion were reported, 82,19% of the victims were males and 17,21%, females. The largest number of occurrences happened to subjects ranging from 20 to 29 years. 116 of the victims had attended school from 1 to 7 years, 46, more than 7 years, 42, never had gone to school and in 33 occurrences (39,96%) this information was ignored. July registered most of the deaths (17,5%). The highest number of deaths were reported in the cities of Palmas (10,97%), Araguaína (6,82%) e Porto Nacional (6,23%). Final considerations: Drowning deaths imply direct and indirect economic losses, like those spent in water rescue and due to the destitution of young and potentially productive individuals from society. That proves the matter's relevance to Public health and the need of planning and allocating resources in prevention and protection of the most endangered groups.                                                 Keywords: Drowning, Mortality, Epidemiology, Information systems.
Authors: Izzo Renata Sottomaior , Rodrigues Mariana Alves , Silva Camilla Almeida Coelho e , Caires Jérsica , Júnior Antônio Fagundes da Costa
Published: September 2017

A Síndrome do Desfiladeiro Torácico (SDT) caracteriza-se por manifestações diversas decorrentes da compressão anormal do plexo braquial, artéria e/ou veia subclávia-axilar, resultando em acometimento do complexo vascular, do feixe nervoso ou de ambos, quando de sua passagem entre a base do pescoço e a axila. As manifestações clínicas da SDT são predominantemente neurológicas, sendo as complicações arteriais raras, mas potencialmente graves. Os autores relatam o caso de uma mulher de 28 anos com costela cervical à esquerda que apresentou estenose da artéria subclávia esquerda, com aneurisma pós-estenótico e oclusão da artéria axilar esquerda, além de apresentar plexopatia braquial à esquerda também por compressão.

Palavras-chaves: síndrome do desfiladeiro torácico; costela cervical; oclusão arterial; plexopatia braquial.
Avaliação do plano de manejo de camarões peneí­­deos na plataforma continental de Sergipe, Brasil
Authors: SANTOS Rafael de Carvalho , SILVA Sonja Luana Rezende da , COSTA Rogério Caetano da , DAVANSO Thiago Maia , HIROSE Gustavo Luis
Published: September 2017

Este estudo avaliou se a reprodução e o recrutamento temporal e espacial das principais espécies de camarões marinhos explotados no Estado de Sergipe (Xiphopenaeus kroyeri, Farfantepenaeus subtilis e Litopenaeus schmitti) estão sendo protegidos, em comparação com a normativa MMA nÂº 14, de 14 de outubro de 2004. As coletas foram realizadas de setembro/2013 a agosto/2014 na plataforma continental de Sergipe em nove transectos distribuí­­dos nas profundidades de 5, 15 e 30 m, utilizando barco camaroeiro equipado com rede de arrasto de portas. Após as coletas, os indiví­­duos foram identificados ao ní­­vel especí­­fico, subamostrados, sexados, mensurados quanto ao comprimento da carapaça e classificados quanto í­Â  morfologia gonadal. O recrutamento e a reprodução das três espécies ocorreram continuamente ao longo do ano, apresentando picos de intensidade. Indiví­­duos reprodutivos e juvenis foram mais abundantes nos 30 m para F. subtilis, enquanto X. kroyeri e L. schmitti foram mais abundantes nos 5 m e 15 m. A atual instrução normativa protege parcialmente as categorias reprodutivas e juvenis dessas espécies, principalmente F. subtilis. Portanto, sugere-se a adequação dos perí­­odos de defeso para as épocas de reprodução e recrutamento de F. subtilis, uma vez que a área estipulada pelo IBAMA já protege as demais espécies ao longo do ano.