bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
How to Deal with Liars? Designing Intelligent Rule-Based Expert Systems to Increase Accuracy or Reduce Cost
Authors: Cai Yuanfeng , Jiang Zhengrui , Mookerjee Vijay
Published: March 2017

Input distortion is a common problem faced by expert systems, particularly those deployed with a Web interface. In this study, we develop novel methods to distinguish liars from truth-tellers, and redesign rule-based expert systems to address such a problem. The four proposed methods are termed split tree (ST), consolidated tree (CT), value-based split tree (VST), and value-based consolidated tree (VCT), respectively. Among them, ST and CT aim to increase an expert system’s accuracy of recommendations, and VST and VCT attempt to reduce the misclassification cost resulting from incorrect recommendations. We observe that ST and VST are less efficient than CT and VCT in that ST and VST always require selected attribute values to be verified, whereas CT and VCT do not require value verification under certain input scenarios. We conduct experiments to compare the performances of the four proposed methods and two existing methods, i.e., the traditional true tree (TT) method that ignores input distortion and the knowledge modification (KM) method proposed in prior research. The results show that CT and ST consistently rank first and second, respectively, in maximizing the recommendation accuracy, and VCT and VST always lead to the lowest and second lowest misclassification cost. Therefore, CT and VCT should be the methods of choice in dealing with users’ lying behaviors. Furthermore, we find that KM is outperformed by not only the four proposed methods, but sometimes even by the TT method. This result further confirms the advantage necessity of differentiating liars from truth-tellers when both types of users exist in the population.

A supplemental video can be found at https://doi.org/10.1287/ijoc.2016.0728 .
Hubungan antara Insulin-like Growth Factor-1 dengan Pertumbuhan dan Perkembangan Anak Sindrom Down
Authors: Arifiyah Arifiyah , Purwanti Asri
Published: March 2017

Latar belakang. Sindrom Down adalah kelainan kromosom yang paling umum disebabkan oleh kelainan pada kromosom 21. Tumbuh kembang anak sindrom Down dipengaruhi oleh faktor hormonal insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1). IGF-1 memediasi efek hormon pertumbuhan (GH) dan berperan penting dalam regulasi pertumbuhan somatik dan pengembangan organ termasuk perkembangan otak.Tujuan. Membuktikan korelasi IGF 1- dengan tingkat pertumbuhan dan perkembangan pada anak sindrom Down.Metode. Studi cross-sectional pada anak sindrom Down yang sesuai dengan kriteria inklusi di Rumah Sakit Kariadi Semarang. Tes IGF-1 dilakukan dalam waktu bersamaan. Penilaian pertumbuhan digunakan WHO antropometri Z-skor, perkembangan dinilai dengan Denver-II, digunakan kuesioner perkembangan (DQ) di empat sektor. Analisis tes korelasi Spearman digunakan. Rasio prevalensi yang dianalisis menggunakan tabel 2x2.Hasil. Subjek penelitian adalah 41 anak sindrom Down berusia 6 bulan sampai 6 tahun, terdiri dari 24 (58,5%) laki-laki, 17 (41,5%) perempuan. korelasi positif ditemukan antara IGF-1 dan WAZ (r=0,373; p=0,016), WHZ (r=0,459; p=0,03), pertumbuhan memanjang (r = 0.670; p=0,000), motorik kasar (r=0,408; p=0,08), motorik halus (r=0,334; p=0,033). IGF-1 rendah, menyebabkan gangguan pertumbuhan memanjang 7,2 kali, malnutrisi 3,6 kali, berat badan rendah 1,92 kali, motorik kasar tertunda 1,161 kali, dan motorik halus tertunda 1,241 kali lebih besar dari normal IGF-1 tingkat.Kesimpulan. Terdapat korelasi yang signifikan antara IGF-1 dengan pertumbuhan dan perkembangan pada anak Down sindrom. Semakin rendah IGF-1 maka semakin tinggi untuk menderita kelainan pertumbuhan, berat badan, status gizi, serta motorik kasar, dan motorik halus tertunda.
Islamic Party and Pluralism: The View and Attitude of Masyumi towards Pluralism in Politics (1945-1960)
Authors: Noor Firman
Published: March 2017

This article discusses Masyumi’s response towards pluralism, particularly about the political diversity in the first fifteen years of Indonesia independent era. As the largest Islamic party in Indonesian history, Masyumi was well known by many as the champion of democracy and one of the essential elements in the nationalist movement. However, regarding pluralism, for some, Masyumi positive attitude on this matter has been doubtful, regarding this party as the guru of intolerance for some contemporary Islamic organisations. By exploring the ideals and practical aspects of this party, this article wants to show the nature of Masyumi’s view and attitude in answering political diversity that in the long run indicates the real position of this party in pluralism in politics. The discussion indicates that despite some weaknesses in undergoing the spirit of honouring diversity, in particular when dealing with the communists, Masyumi, in general, had proven its position as one of the essential elements in Indonesian political history that in many ways eager to develop and maintain the spirit of pluralism.[Tulisan ini mendiskusikan perihal respons Masyumi terhadap pluralisme, khususnya terkait dengan politik keragaman dalam rentang limabelas tahun setelah Indonesia merdeka. Sebagai partai Islam terbesar dalam sejarah Indonesia, Masyumi dikenal luas sebagai terdepan dalam praktik demokrasi dan pemain penting dalam gerakan nasionalisme. Meskipun demikian, bagi sebagian orang, respons positif Masyumi terhadap isu pluralisme tetap diragukan mengingat partai ini dianggap sebagai model intoleransi bagi organisasi Islam dewasa ini. Tulisan ini ingin menunjukkan bahwa pandangan dan sikap Masyumi dalam menjawab keragaman politik mengindikasikan posisinya yang jelas dalam pluralisme politik. Walaupun ada dukungan lemah terhadap semangat keragaman, khususnya terkait dengan kelompok komunis, secara umum Masyumi membuktikan dirinya sebagai elemen penting dalam sejarah politik Indonesia dengan berbagai cara dalam membangun dan mempertahankan semangat pluralisme. ]
BENTUK MORFOLOGI KAWASAN PERMUKIMAN URBAN FRINGE SELATAN KOTA SURAKARTA
Authors: Putri Mentari Adhika , Rahayu Murtanti Jani , Putri Rufia Adisetyana
Published: March 2017

Needs land settlement increasingly over the development of cities. Demands of land use settlement that can’t be accommodated by the city space to inflict urban sprawl to the urban fringe. Urban fringe development caused visibility of the morphology. Propose of the research is to know the form of morphology settlement urban fringe the southern Surakarta. This research used morphology form’s two step: (1) identified component in the form of morphology consisting of land use, road pattern, and the pattern building and (2) analyzed form of morphology settlement urban fringe the southern Surakarta with integrated the result of first step’s research. This research result show land use has mixed use, spinal road pattern, and diversity building pattern. It shows the form of morphology octopus.
Hyperspectral data acquisition and analysis in imaging and real-time active MIR backscattering spectroscopy
Authors: Jarvis Jan , Haertelt Marko , Hugger Stefan , Butschek Lorenz , Fuchs Frank , Ostendorf Ralf , Wagner Joachim , Beyerer Juergen
Published: March 2017

In this work we present data analysis algorithms for detection of hazardous substances in hyperspectral observations acquired using active mid-infrared (MIR) backscattering spectroscopy. We present a novel background extraction algorithm based on the adaptive target generation process proposed by Ren and Chang called the adaptive background generation process (ABGP) that generates a robust and physically meaningful set of background spectra for operation of the well-known adaptive matched subspace detection (AMSD) algorithm. It is shown that the resulting AMSD-ABGP detection algorithm competes well with other widely used detection algorithms. The method is demonstrated in measurement data obtained by two fundamentally different active MIR hyperspectral data acquisition devices. A hyperspectral image sensor applicable in static scenes takes a wavelength sequential approach to hyperspectral data acquisition, whereas a rapid wavelength-scanning single-element detector variant of the same principle uses spatial scanning to generate the hyperspectral observation. It is shown that the measurement timescale of the latter is sufficient for the application of the data analysis algorithms even in dynamic scenarios.
Regio- and stereoselective synthesis of [1,3]thiazolo[3,2-b][1,2,4]triazol-7-ium salts via electrophilic heterocyclization of 3-S-propargylthio-4Н-1,2,4-triazoles and their antimicrobial activity
Authors: Slivka Mikhailo , Korol Nataliya , Pantyo Valerij , Baumer Vjacheslav , Lendel Vasil
Published: March 2017

A procedure for the preparation of the title salts via regioselective halocyclization of 3-S-propargylthio-4Н-1,2,4-triazoles is reported. Stereoselectivity of electrophilic heterocyclization depends on the nature of the electrophilic reagent: bromination is better than iodobromination and iodination. The heterocyclization with tellurium tetrahalogenides leads to the formation of a mixture of geometric isomers of the salts. Their structure was confirmed by 1H NMR, 13C NMR, НМВС and single crystal X-ray diffraction analysis.
13C NMR spectroscopy of heterocycles: 1-phenyl-3-aryl/t-butyl-5-arylpyrazoles
Authors: Hockstedler Amy N. , Edjah Beatrice A. , Azhar Saajid Z. , Mendoza Hadrian , Brown Nicole A. , Arrowood Hayley B. , Clay Andrew C. , Shah Anand B. , Duffek Glenda M. , Cui Jianmei , Baumstark Alfons L.
Published: March 2017

A series of chalcones 1–12 were converted to pyrazolines (1Pi–12Pi) by reaction with phenylhydrazine followed by DDQ oxidation to produce the corresponding pyrazoles (1Pz–12Pz). Three 1-phenyl-3-t-butyl-5-arylpyrazoles (13Pz–15Pz) were synthesized using an analogous approach. Molecular modeling studies predicted the 5-aryl group of the pyrazoles for both series to have a torsion angle of 52°–54° whereas the 1-phenyl group was predicted to have 35°–37° torsion angles. The 3-aryl group was predicted to be essentially coplanar (−3°) with the pyrazole system in the first series. 13C NMR data for both series, 1Pz–12Pz and 13Pz–15Pz, were collected in DMSO-d
6 at 50°C. A plot of the C4 chemical shifts for 1Pz–12Pz versus Hammet constants for 5-aryl substituents yielded a very good linear correlation (R2=0.96) with a slope of 1.5. The chemical shift data for C4 showed little or no dependence on 3-aryl substituents. The result for 13Pz–15Pz, despite only three points, was consistent with the first series results and yielded a ρ value of 2.0. Distal transmission of substituent effects (5-aryl groups) to C4 of the pyrazole system was reduced by roughly 50–60% of that of the analogous planar isoxazole system, but are not consistent with results for the similarly twisted 4-bromoisoxazoles.
Shintani and Shimura lifts of cusp forms on certain arithmetic groups and their applications
Authors: Choi SoYoung , Kim Chang Heon
Published: March 2017

For an odd and squarefree level N, Kohnen proved that there is a canonically defined subspace

$S_{\kappa+\frac{1}{2}}^{\mathrm{n}\mathrm{e}\mathrm{w}}(N)\subset S_{\kappa+\frac{1}{2}}(N),\,\,{\text{and}}\,\,S_{\kappa+\frac{1}{2}}^{\mathrm{n}\mathrm{e}\mathrm{w}}(N)\,\,{\text{and}}\,\,S_{2k}^{\mathrm{n}\mathrm{e}\mathrm{w}}(N)$ are isomorphic as modules over the Hecke algebra. Later he gave a formula for the product

$a_{g}(m)\overline{a_{g}(n)}$ of two arbitrary Fourier coefficients of a Hecke eigenform g of halfintegral weight and of level 4N in terms of certain cycle integrals of the corresponding form f of integral weight. To this end he first constructed Shimura and Shintani lifts, and then combining these lifts with the multiplicity one theorem he deduced the formula in [2, Theorem 3]. In this paper we will prove that there is a Hecke equivariant isomorphism between the spaces

$S_{2k}^{+}(p)\,\,{\text{and}}\,\,\mathbb{S}_{k+\frac{1}{2}}(p).$ We will also construct Shintani and Shimura lifts for these spaces, and prove a result analogous to [2, Theorem 3].
Anti-inflammatory effect of D-pinitol isolated from the leaves of Colutea cilicica Boiss et Bal. on K562 cells
Authors: Eser Ferda , Mutlu Altundag Ergul , Gedik Gülsah , Demirtas Ibrahim , Onal Adem , Selvi Bedrettin
Published: March 2017

Aim

D-pinitol, a natural compound has shown various biological and pharmacological effects. Last studies are focused on the determination of its further pharmacological activities including mainly biological activity. Therefore, isolation of D-pinitol from the leaves of Colutea cilicica Boiss et Bal. and investigation of its apoptotic and anti-inflammatory activity on K562 cell lines were aimed in the concept of the study.

Materials and methods

Isolation of D-pinitol was performed by column chromatography. Chemical structure of the compound was confirmed by spectroscopic methods including 1H NMR, 13C NMR, 2D NMR, HPLC-TOF/MS, and IR. Cell viability was evaluated by dose and time dependent in K562 cell lines. D-pinitol was isolated from C. cilicica leaves for the first time.

Results

Stimulation of cells with D-pinitol (0–80 μM) was observed for 24, 48 and 72 h. It is determined that D-pinitol inhibited protein expression of Cox-2 in K562 cells. We observed that Poly (ADP-ribose) polymerase (PARP) protein expression did not change, but Cox-2 protein expression reduced with non-cytotoxic concentrations of D-pinitol.

Conclusion

It is concluded that D-pinitol did not affect cell proliferation and apoptosis in K562 cells however reduced the inflammation, significantly. These results show that D-pinitol may be anti-inflammatory agent for the treatment of K562 cells.
Climate change and sea ice: Shipping accessibility on the marine transportation corridor through Hudson Bay and Hudson Strait (1980–2014)
Authors: Andrews Jonathan , Babb David , Barber David G.
Published: March 2017

Shipping traffic has been increasing in Hudson Strait and Hudson Bay and the shipping route through these waters to the Port of Churchill may soon become a federally-designated transportation corridor. A dataset on passive microwave-based sea ice concentration was used to characterize the timing of the ice on the shipping corridor to the Port between 1980 and 2014. Efforts were made to produce results in a readily accessible format for stakeholders of the shipping industry; for example, open water was defined using a sea ice concentration threshold of ≤ 15% and results are presented in terms of real dates instead of anomalies. Between 1980 and 2014, the average breakup date on the corridor was July 4, the average freeze-up date was November 25, and the average length of the open water season was 145 days. However, each of these three variables exhibited significant long-term trends and spatial variability over the 34-year time period. Regression analysis revealed significant linear trends towards earlier breakup (–0.66 days year–1), later freeze-up (+0.52 days year–1), and a longer open water season (+1.14 days year–1) along the shipping corridor between 1980 and 2014. Moreover, the section of the corridor passing through Hudson Strait displayed significantly stronger trends than the two sections in Hudson Bay (i.e., “Hudson Islands” and “Hudson Bay”). As a result, sea ice timing in the Hudson Strait section of the corridor has diverged from the timing in the Hudson Bay sections. For example, the 2010–2014 median length of the open water season was 177 days in Hudson Strait and 153 days in the Hudson Bay sections. Finally, significant linear relationships were observed amongst breakup, freeze-up, and the length of the open water season for all sections of the corridor; correlation analysis suggests that these relationships have greatest impact in Hudson Strait.
Insulin-regulated aminopeptidase inhibitors do not alter glucose handling in normal and diabetic rats
Authors: Albiston Anthony L , Cacador Mauricio , Sinnayah Puspha , Burns Peta , Chai Siew Yeen
Published: March 2017

Insulin-regulated aminopeptidase (IRAP) co-localizes with the glucose transporter 4 (GLUT4) in GLUT4 storage vesicles (GSV) in insulin-responsive cells. In response to insulin, IRAP is the only transmembrane enzyme known to translocate together with GLUT4 to the plasma membrane in adipocytes and muscle cells. Although the intracellular region of IRAP is associated with GLUT4 vesicle trafficking, the role of the aminopeptidase activity in insulin-responsive cells has not been elucidated. The aim of this study was to investigate whether the inhibition of the aminopeptidase activity of IRAP facilitates glucose uptake in insulin-responsive cells. In both in vitro and in vivo studies, inhibition of IRAP aminopeptidase activity with the specific inhibitor, HFI-419, did not modulate glucose uptake. IRAP inhibition in the L6GLUT4myc cell line did not alter glucose uptake in both basal and insulin-stimulated state. In keeping with these results, HFI419 did not affect peripheral, whole-body glucose handling after an oral glucose challenge, neither in normal rats nor in the streptozotocin (STZ)-induced experimental rat model of diabetes mellitus (DM). Therefore, acute inhibition of IRAP aminopeptidase activity does not affect glucose homeostasis.
Mitochondrial Replacement Therapy: Are Mito-nuclear Interactions Likely To Be a Problem?
Authors: Eyre-Walker Adam
Published: March 2017

It has been suggested that deleterious interactions between the mitochondrial and nuclear genomes could pose a problem for mitochondrial replacement therapy (MRT). This is because the mitochondrial genome is placed in a novel nuclear environment using this technique. In contrast, it is inherited with half the mother’s genome during normal reproduction, a genome that it is relatively compatible with, since the mother is alive. Here, I review the evidence of whether mito-nuclear interactions are likely to pose a problem for MRT. The majority of the available experimental evidence, both in humans and other species, suggests that MRT is not harmful. These results are consistent with population genetic theory, which predicts that deleterious mito-nuclear interactions are unlikely to be much more prevalent in individuals born to MRT than normal reproduction, particularly in a species such as humans with low population differentiation. This is because selection is unlikely to be strong enough to establish significant linkage disequilibrium between the mitochondrial and nuclear genomes. These results are supported by a meta-analysis of 231 cases, from a variety of animals, in which the mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) from one strain has been introgressed into the nuclear background of another strain of the same species. Overall, there is little tendency for introgression of mtDNA to be harmful.
Escala de atitudes frente à adoção: construção e validação
Authors: Brasileiro Tamíris Da Costa , Fonseca Patrícia Nunes da , Gouveia Rildésia Silva Veloso , Carvalho Thayro Andrade , Gouveia Valdiney Veloso
Published: March 2017

Esta pesquisa objetivou elaborar a Escala de Atitudes frente à Adoção (EAFA), reunindo evidências de validade fatorial e consistência interna. Dois estudos foram realizados com a população geral de João Pessoa (PB). No Estudo 1 participaram 206 pessoas, maioria do sexo feminino (60%) e solteira (65%), com média de idade de 32 anos, que responderam a EAFA e perguntas demográficas. Os itens da medida apresentaram uma estrutura trifatorial, cujos alfas de Cronbach foram superiores a 0,70. No Estudo 2 participaram 215 pessoas, maioria do sexo feminino (51,6%) e solteira (48,4%), com média de idade de 33 anos. Por meio da análise fatorial confirmatória, observou-se que a estrutura trifatorial representou a melhor alternativa, cujos alfas de Cronbach foram superiores a 0,70. Conclui-se que esse instrumento reúne evidências de validade fatorial e confiabilidade, podendo medir atitudes frente à adoção na população geral.
Prevalencia de Fasciola Hepatica y pérdidas económicas asociadas al decomiso de hígados en tres mataderos de clase a de Costa Rica
Authors: Rojas Diana , Cartín José Andrés
Published: March 2017

Para estimar la prevalencia anual y mensual de Fasciola hepatica y las pérdidas económicas anuales asociadas al decomiso de hígados por presencia del parásito, se analizaron los registros del Ministerio de Agricultura y Ganadería de Costa Rica, Dirección de Inocuidad de Productos de Origen Animal (DIPOA), para el 2014, provenientes de 3 mataderos clase A localizados en el área metropolitana de Costa Rica; en estos mataderos se sacrificaron 249 108 reses, de las cuales 4547 hígados fueron decomisados por presencia de F. hepatica en el órgano. Las mayores prevalencias, entre 2,33 y 2,55%, se presentaron en enero, febrero y marzo, y las menores, entre 1,32 y 1,56%, durante agosto, setiembre y octubre. La prevalencia anual según estos registros fue 1,83% (IC 95%: 1,77-1,88). Las pérdidas económicas asociadas al decomiso de hígados fueron de 36.379.000 CRC, equivalentes a 67.438 USD. Se resalta el perjuicio económico de este parásito a nivel nacional y la utilidad del decomiso y registro de vísceras afectadas en los establecimientos de sacrificio de bovinos, como herramienta diagnóstica para la vigilancia epidemiológica, disponible para conocer sobre el estado de esta parasitosis. Como alternativas de control y prevención de la enfermedad, se plantea considerar las condiciones específicas de las regiones afectadas y así controlar esta parasitosis con un manejo integral, que involucre la fuente de alimento, desparasitación regular del ganado, con registro y monitoreo farmacológico de las drogas utilizadas, y saneamiento ambiental en fincas afectadas.
Dinámica de la sombra de Cordia Alliodora en sistemas agroforestales con café en Tolima, Colombia
Authors: Andrade Hernán Jair , Segura Milena Andrea
Published: March 2017

Se construyó un modelo de regresión no lineal para explicar la sombra generada por árboles individuales de Cordia alliodora en función de su edad en sistemas agroforestales con café en el Líbano, Tolima, Colombia. Se midió el diámetro del tronco a la altura del pecho, el área de copa y se estimó la oclusión de la copa con fotografía hemisférica de 50 árboles individuales entre 1 y 19 años. Se estudiaron 14 modelos genéricos de regresión no lineal hasta desarrollar el hiperbólico que fue seleccionado por el de mejor ajuste debido a su menor cuadrado medio del error y los Criterios de Información de Akaike y Bayesiano. Se desarrolló una herramienta práctica para los productores de café, con la cual pueden estimar la densidad de C. alliodora que suministra el nivel de sombra deseado. Esta herramienta se construyó con base en los estimados de sombra de árboles individuales del modelo de crecimiento y la sombra necesaria para el manejo del cultivo. La copa de C. alliodora presentó promedios de oclusión de 0,79 y de área de copa de 60,4 m2.individuo-1. El crecimiento de la sombra es mayor en árboles jóvenes que en adultos (5,5 vs 3,0 m2.individuo-1.año-1 para árboles menores de 5 años y cerca de 20 años, respectivamente). De la misma manera, los árboles de C. alliodora jóvenes presentaron en promedio de 20 cm2 de área basal por m2 de sombra en comparación con 62,7 cm2.m-2 en los mayores. Los resultados de investigación y la herramienta generados en este estudio son claves para el diseño y manejo de la sombra por parte de productores cafeteros, ya que permite definir la densidad de árboles necesarios.
Performance of CarbaNP and CIM tests in OXA-48 carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae
Authors: Yıldız Serap Süzük , Kaşkatepe Banu , Avcıküçük Havva , Öztürk Şükran
Published: March 2017

This study applied two phenotypic tests, namely “Carbapenemase Nordmann–Poirel” (CarbaNP) test and “Carbapenem Inactivation Method” (CIM), against the isolates carrying the carbapenem resistance genes. The study included 83 carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae isolates producing oxacillinase-48 (OXA-48) and 30 carbapenem-sensitive Enterobacteriaceae isolates. Out of the total isolates studied, 77 isolates (92.77%) were identified as Klebsiella pneumoniae and six isolates (7.23%) were identified as Escherichia coli by Matrix Assisted Laser Desorption Ionization-Time of Flight Mass Spectrometry. Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) method used to detect resistance genes found that 74 isolates (89.16%) produced OXA-48 carbapenemase, whereas nine isolates (10.84%) produced both OXA-48 and New Delhi metallo-beta-lactamase-1 (NDM-1). The isolates producing both OXA-48 and NDM-1 were found to be positive by both phenotypic tests. Among isolates carrying only blaOXA-48 gene alone, nine isolates (13.04%) for CarbaNP test and two isolates for CIM test (2.90%) displayed false negative results, respectively. The sensitivity of CarbaNP and CIM tests was found to be 89.16% and 97.59%, respectively, whereas the specificity was determined to be 100% for both tests. These findings suggest that CarbaNP and CIM tests are useful tools to identify the carbapenemase producers. Molecular methods like PCR are recommended to verify false negative tests predicted to have OXA-48 activity.
The relationship between second-to-fourth digit (2D:4D) ratios and problematic and pathological Internet use among Turkish university students
Authors: Canan Fatih , Karaca Servet , Düzgün Melike , Erdem Ayşe Merve , Karaçaylı Esranur , Topan Nur Begüm , Lee Sang-Kyu , Zhai Zu Wei , Kuloğlu Murat , Potenza Marc N.
Published: March 2017

Background and aims

The ratio of the second and fourth fingers (2D:4D ratio) is a sexually dimorphic trait, with men tending to have lower values than women. This ratio has been related to prenatal testosterone concentrations and addictive behaviors including problematic video-gaming. We aimed to investigate the possible association between 2D:4D ratios and Internet addiction and whether such a relationship would be independent of impulsivity.

Methods

A total of 652 university students (369 women, 283 men), aged 17–27 years, were enrolled in the study. Problematic and pathological Internet use (PPIU) was assessed using the Internet Addiction Test (IAT). The participants also completed the Barratt Impulsiveness Scale (version 11; BIS-11) and had their 2D:4D ratios measured.

Results

2D:4D ratios were not significantly different in women with PPIU and in those with adaptive Internet use (AIU). Men with PPIU exhibited lower 2D:4D ratios on both hands when compared with those with AIU. Correlation analysis revealed that 2D:4D ratios on both hands were negatively correlated with IAT scores among men, but not among women. The multiple linear regression analysis revealed that age, duration of weekly Internet use, impulsiveness, and 2D:4D ratios on the right hand were independently associated with IAT scores among men, and impulsivity did not mediate the relationship between 2D:4D ratios and PPIU.

Conclusions

For men, 2D:4D ratios on the right hand were inversely correlated with Internet addiction severity even after controlling for individual differences in impulsivity. These findings suggest that high prenatal testosterone levels may contribute to the occurrence of PPIU among men.
Fritziana ulei (Miranda-Ribeiro, 1926): geographic extension, with comments on the natural history of this species
Authors: Menegucci Rafael Costabile , Gaiga Renato , Machado Ibere Farina
Published: March 2017

We report new records of Fritziana ulei (Miranda-Ribeiro, 1926) from Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo states, Brazil, extending the geographic distribution of this species south from its previously known range. The new records are from areas of marshland in the Atlantic Forest biome and are about 480 m lower in altitude than all previously known occurrences.
The presence of the Patagonian seahorse Hippocampus patagonicus Piacentino & Luzzatto, 2004 (Teleostei: Syngnatidae) in Monte Hermoso, southwestern Buenos Aires province, Argentina
Authors: Estalles María L. , Pujol María G. , Sánchez Natalia E. , Díaz de Astarloa Juan M. , Luzzatto Diego C.
Published: March 2017

Based on data gathered during interviews with local artisanal fishermen and seahorses collected by them, Hippocampus patagonicus Piacentino & Luzzatto 2004 was found to occur in coastal waters of Monte Hermoso, southwestern Buenos Aires province, Argentina. High catches spanning several years and the identification of specimens confirm the presence of H. patagonicus in Monte Hermoso.
Trichomycterus alterus (Marini, Nichols & La Monte, 1933) and T. corduvensis Weyenberg 1877 (Siluriformes: Trichomycteridae): new records from the High Andean Plateau
Authors: Fernandez Luis , Andreoli Bize Julieta
Published: March 2017

New records of two Trichomycterus species are herein added to the existing checklist of catfishes living at elevations above 3,000 m in the Andes of South America. Trichomycterus alterus and T. corduvensis are recorded at 3,430 m above sea level from the High Andean Plateau (or Puna) in a stream near Antofagasta de la Sierra, Provincia de Catamarca, Argentina. Morphometric and meristic data of examined specimens are included.
First record of Burmannia cochinchinensis Gagnep. (Burmanniaceae) from Kabin Buri District, Prachinburi, Thailand
Authors: Suetsugu Kenji , Sando Tomoki
Published: March 2017

We report a new locality of Burmannia cochin­chinensis from Kabin Buri District, Prachinburi, Thailand. So far, this species was collected only once at southern Vietnam. A description based on our Thailand material is provided.
Relasi Muslim dan Nasrani Terkait Pendirian Gereja di Wilayah Perumahan Non-Dinas TNI Angkatan Laut di Driyorejo Gresik
Authors: Kasno Kasno
Published: March 2017

This article examines the interfaith relation of Muslims and Christians in the process of establishment of churches in Perumahan Non-Dinas TNI Angkatan Laut in Driyorejo Gresik. The article concludes that the real inter-religious relation in Driyorejo is very good. It is characterized by a relationship of mutual respect and tolerance in order to implement the teachings of their respective religions in the area. This relationship functionally indicates that the process of adaptation is very good. The harmony of inter-religious relation contributes to the creation of an orderly and safe society. Social-religious elements can be integrated together to create a solid and unified society. The harmony can be achieved because their religious and cultural values of society emphasize the accommodation and tolerant attitude. The social problems associated with the establishment of churches in the Perumahan indeed could lead to social unrest. Borrowing structural-functionalist theory, it can be stated that systemic balance is likely to change because of the influence of extra system. The public unrest indicates that the system is experiencing instability. However, the social system has an internal control mechanism that can stabilize the system after disorder. In the case of the establishment of churches, the community tend to choose legal approach as a means of controlling or resolving conflict.
Ekspresi dan Representasi Budaya Perempuan Muslim Kelas Menengah di Surabaya
Authors: Rofhani Rofhani
Published: March 2017

This article discusses Islamic culture that undergoes shift in meaning as a form of expression and self-representation of Middle Class Muslim Women. Basically, the religious movement of women constitutes a form of identity assertion. The Middle Class Muslim Women unconsciously exhibit new culture, although it must be admitted that not all Middle Class Muslims in Indonesia follow popular lifestyle. Instead, they demonstrate culture different from what of fundamentalist groups with their turban, cloak, and veil of a specific color. Middle Class Muslim Women create an alternative lifestyle which conforms Islamic norms, flexible, not rigid to build Islamic identity. In general, Middle Class Muslim Women in Surabaya have a relatively similar lifestyle. They tend to be rationalistic in understanding religion. They prefer, for example, more scientific materials to enrich their religious knowledge. Although they are rationalistic and follow the values of modernity, they still adhere to normative values of religion. The ethical values or religious norms are their main guideline for behavior including the reason for wearing Muslim clothing and veil.
Pemikiran dan Praksis Dakwah Sufistik M. Fethullah Gülen
Authors: Huda Sokhi
Published: March 2017

This article discusses a study of the existence of Sufism of the contemporary Islamic preaching of M. Fethullah Gülen. The thought of Gülen’s Islamic preaching originates from his view of Sufism as the spiritual life and the journey of a human life to achieve happiness in this world and hereafter. This thinking evolves and can be accepted by the global community in the contemporary era. This thought disseminates the ideas of love, tolerance, and pluralism and receives attention from over 160 countries. Then, the praxis of the Gülen’s Islamic sufi preaching manifestes into Islamic preaching practices with a methodical system that emphasizes the hizmet movement with the philanthropist and contemporary media tactics. This praxis exists in its role of producing the golden generation progressively, contributing to an increase in the positive image of Islam and Muslims and moral development of the world community.
PENDIDIKAN MULTIKULTURAL PERSPEKTIF SAID AGIL HUSIN AL-MUNAWAR
Authors: Nadlir M
Published: March 2017

BAHASA INDONESIA:

Tulisan ini memaparkan pemikiran pendidikan multikultural menurut Said Agil Husin Al-Munawar. Dalam perspektif Said Agil Husin Al-Munawar, pendidikan multikultural di Indonesia dianggap sebagai sesuatu yang relatif baru di tengah masyarakat Indonesia yang heterogen. Menurut SAH Al-Munawar, agar siswa memiliki pribadi yang aktif dan kepekaan sosial yang tinggi terkait dengan kondisi multikultural, maka pendidikan multikultural di Indonesia dapat mencakup tiga hal jenis transformasi, yakni: 1. Transformasi diri; 2. Transformasi sekolah dan proses belajar-mengajar; 3. Transformasi masyarakat. Menurut SAH Al-Munawar, dengan belajar dari model-model pendidikan multikultural yang pernah ada yang sedang dikembangkan oleh negara-negara maju, maka dikenal lima model pendidikan multikultural, yaitu: Pertama, pendidikan mengenai perbedaan-perbedaan kebudayaan atau multikulturalisme penuh kebaikan. Kedua, pendidikan mengenai perbedaan-perbedaan kebudayaan atau pemahaman kebudayaan. Ketiga, pendidikan bagi pluralisme kebudayaan. Keempat, pendidikan dwi-budaya. Kelima, pendidikan multikultural sebagai pengalaman moral manusia.

 

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This paper describes the idea of multicultural education according to Said Agil Husin Al Munawar. In perspective of Said Agil Husin Al Munawar, multicultural education in Indonesia is regarded as something relatively new in Indonesia heterogeneous society. According to Al-Munawar, to make students have an active personal and social sensitivity associated with the multicultural, so the multicultural education in Indonesia can include three types of transformation: 1) Self-transformation; 2) The transformation of the school and the teaching-learning process; 3. Transformation of society. Based on Al-Munawar, learning from previous models of multicultural education which have been developed by the developed countries, then it is known as five multicultural education model, namely: First, education about cultural differences or benevolent multiculturalism. Second, education about cultural differences or cultural understanding. Third, education for cultural pluralism. Fourth, bi-cultural education. Fifth, multicultural education as a human moral experience.
AYAT-AYAT TENTANG ALAM
Authors: Abadi Ghafiki Faroek
Published: March 2017

Penciptaan alam semesta dalam al-Qur’an dilengkapi dengan hukum-hukum Allah (sunnatullah) yang tidak akan mengalami perubahan dan penyimpangan. Oleh karena itu setiap manusia yang melaksanakan anjuran al-Qur’an agar memahami alam semesta dengan cara mengamatinya dengan alat indera atau dengan peralatan observasi, akal dan wahyu maupun ilham sehingga menyadari bahwa dibalik karya besar yang maha luas ini ada dzat yang harus diyakini dan disembah yakni Allah swt. Berbagai teori tentang terbentuknya alam semesta pada dasarnya tidak bertentangan dengan al-Qur’an, namun hasil yang ditemukan dari observasi ilmuwan yang kealaman yang dibidangi sains dan teknologi lebih akurat dan lebih dapat diterima daripada hasil pemikiran-pemikiran yang lain yang bersifat spekulatif. Karena alam semesta termasuk masalah alam fisik tidak dapat dilakukan dengan berpikir spekulatif, sebab memang bukan bidangnya. Menempatkan porsi ilmu yang tidak sesuai dengan bidangnya akan melahirkan kerancuan dan kebenarannya akan diragukan. Alam tunduk mutlak pada hukum-hukum Allah swt. Semua alam yang berjalan sesuai dengan hukumnya menjadi subyek sekaligus obyek pendidikan dan pembelajaran. Al-Qur’an memandang pengamatan indera sebagai saluran utama dalam memahami alam semesta. Namun dalam ayat-ayat lain, ditegaskan pula bahwa saluran ini belumlah cukup dan dibutuhkan saluran lain, yakni penalaran atau akal. Berbagai strategi pembelajaran dapat digunakan untuk menyampaikan ayat al-Qur’an, sehingga dapat diterima dan dicerna oleh para peserta didik.
Comparative Foliar and Petiole Anatomy of Some Members of the Genus Dieffenbachia Schott in the Family Araceae
Authors: AROGUNDADE Oluwabunmi O. , ADEDEJI Olubukola
Published: March 2017

This study provides detailed information of the anatomical attributes of the epidermis and the three regions of the petiole of four members of the genus Dieffenbachia Schott. Fresh samples of the leaves of Dieffenbachia picta Schott, Dieffenbachia oerstedii Schott, Dieffenbachia senguine (Jacq) Schott and Dieffenbachia senguine cultivar ‘Candida’ Schott were used. Epidermal peels and transverse sections were made following standard procedures. Generic characters revealed uniform epidermal cell shape on the abaxial surface, wavy to undulating and straight to wavy anticlinal wall patterns on the adaxial and abaxial surfaces respectively, brachyparacytic stomata types, round abaxial petiole outline, the presence of raphides and druses in the petioles of all the taxa. Delimiting features include irregular epidermal cell shape on the adaxial surfaces of D. senguine and D. senguine cv. ‘Candida’, additional anomocytic stomata types on the abaxial surfaces of D. picta, D. oerstedii and adaxial surface of D. senguine, cuticular striations on the abaxial surfaces of D. oerstedii and D. senguine cv. ‘Candida’, druses and raphide bundle on the epidermal surface of D. senguine only, flat adaxial petiole outline and slightly concave adaxial petiole outline in the proximal and median regions of D. senguine cv. ‘Candida’ and the presence of lamellar collenchyma cells in the petiole of D. picta. Data for both quantitative and qualitative characters were subjected to Principal Components Analysis and Single Linkage Cluster Analysis. Interestingly, anomocytic stomata complex, cuticular striations, raphide bundles and druses and the adaxial petiole outline separated D. senguine and D. senguine cv. ‘Candida’.
Total Phenol Content and Antimicrobial Activity of Lingonberry (Vaccinium vitis-idaea L.) from Several Areas in the Eastern Carpathians
Authors: LASLO Éva , KÖBÖLKUTI Zoltán Attila
Published: March 2017

This study evaluated the antimicrobial activity and the total phenol content of Vaccinium vitis idaea L. berry fruit from five different localities with distinct growth sites in the Eastern Carpathians. The antibacterial effect of lingonberry was studied on nine selected Gram-positive and negative, foodborne, illness causing and spoilage bacteria. The total phenol content was estimated by the Folin-Ciocalteu method. The present results showed stronger antibacterial effect of lingonberry on Gram-negative bacteria, especially on Pseudomonas fluorescens and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. The total phenol content varied between 3.72 and 2.1 mM GAE/ml. As data suggested, Vaccinium vitis-idaea fruits originating from different geographic regions and environment, differ from each other in terms of bioactive compound quantity and activity. In the selection of new perspective cultivars of lingonberry, the geographical origin of fruits must be considered. Two Step Cluster analysis detected relatively well supported relationship between samples provided from similar growth sites. Correlation analysis showed no correlation between altitude, phenol content and antimicrobial activity.
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Authors: SESTRAS Radu E.
Published: March 2017

Dear Authors, Readers, Contributors, Editors - we would like to inform you that Notulae Scientia Biologicae (http://www.notulaebiologicae.ro) has published its latest issue (Vol 9, No 1, 2017) at http://www.notulaebiologicae.ro/index.php/nsb/issue/current. Notulae Scientia Biologicae journal has moved to online-only publication at the start of 2017. Consequently, from now we do not send the printed journal to hundreds academic units - research institutes, universities, libraries etc. At the same time, we maintain our standard publication, as printed form, with 'classic' style - volume, issue, pagination. Thank you for your continued interest and support in our work.
MINERALS AND PHENOLIC COMPOUNDS OF CAGAITA FRUITS AT DIFFERENT MATURATION STAGES (Eugenia dysenterica)
Authors: GUEDES MAYARA NEVES SANTOS , RUFINI JOSÉ CARLOS MORAES , MARQUES TAMARA REZENDE , MELO JÚLIO ONÉSIO FERREIRA , RAMOS MARTHA CRISTINA PEREIRA , VIOL RENATA ELISA
Published: March 2017

ABSTRACT Cerrado is the largest biome in the state of Minas Gerais-Brazil, represented by a biodiversity of fruit species, especially cagaita (Eugenia dysenterica). Cagaita fruits are considered an important option for fruit growing, because they are source of phenolic compounds with antioxidant properties and mineral content that can contribute with beneficial health effects. In this study, phenolic compounds were characterized by high-performance liquid chromatography and the mineral content of ripe and unripe cagaita fruits was evaluated. Regarding minerals, ripe and unripe fruits stand out due to their high potassium content. Unripe fruits are rich in boron while ripe fruits are source of this mineral. ripe and unripe cagaita fruits have the following phenolic compounds: gallic, caffeic, vanillic, p-coumaric, siringeic, ferulic and salicylic acids, epicatechin, quercetin and rutin, the highest contents of these compounds are caffeic, p-coumaric, siringeic and ferrulic, epicatechin and rutin identified in unripe fruits, while ripe fruits have high contents of gallic, vanillic and quercetin acids. Thus, cagaita fruits have great potential for food, therapeutic and medicinal applications bringing health benefits.
Seguro-desemprego brasileiro e salário de reinserção: análise empírica com regressão com descontinuidade e propensity score matching
Authors: Teixeira Gibran , Balbinotto Neto Giácomo
Published: March 2017

Resumo: O objetivo deste artigo é avaliar a influência do programa brasileiro de Seguro-Desemprego sobre o salário de reinserção dos seus beneficiados. Como referenciais teóricos, foram utilizadas as teorias de JobSearch e do Capital Humano. Para a análise empírica, empregou-se o método de regressão com descontinuidade modelo Sharp, bem como o propensity score matching como critério de robustez.Avaliando os resultados, percebe-se que o programa nacional vai de encontro às teorias, visto que não se mostrou suficiente para influenciar o salário de reinserção dos beneficiados. Isso indica que ele atua no sentido de auxiliar financeiramente o trabalhador por um período definido de tempo sem agregar nenhum nível de capital humano aos seus beneficiados.
Spatial concentration of Brazilian exports of manufactured products: a microregional analysis considering technological levels
Authors: Carmo Alex Sander Souza do , Raiher Augusta Pelinski , Stege Alysson Luiz
Published: March 2017

Abstract: The objective of this study is to analyse the spatial distribution of Brazilian exports of manufactured products considering micro regions and technological intensity. The period under analysis is from 1997 to 2014. To achieve this objective, the micro regional exports were divided into high, medium and low technology; an exports concentration index was built and finally, an exploratory analysis of the spatial data was carried out. Results pointed out the existence of exportation clusters for the three types of products, and regarding the low and medium technology products the clusters were seen to be spread throughout Brazil, while the high technology product clusters were seen to be concentrated in the Southeast region.
Padrões de crescimento e desenvolvimentismo: uma perspectiva keynesiano-institucionalista
Authors: Ferrari Filho Fernando , Paula Luiz Fernando de
Published: March 2017

Resumo: Tendo como ponto de partida a controvérsia entre as proposições novo-desenvolvimentista e social-desenvolvimentista, o artigo objetiva mostrar que ambas abordagens podem ser conciliáveis, bem como propõe uma estratégia keynesiano-institucionalista para a economia brasileira que seja capaz de assegurar crescimento econômico sustentável, estabilidade monetária, equilíbrios fiscal e externo e inclusão social.
Sugarcane straw decomposition and carbon balance as a function of initial biomass and vinasse addition to soil surface
Authors: Yamaguchi Carina Sayuri , Ramos Nilza Patrícia , Carvalho Cristina Silva , Pires Adriana Marlene Moreno , Andrade Cristiano Alberto de
Published: March 2017

ABSTRACT The objective of this study was to evaluate sugarcane straw decomposition and the potential of increasing soil carbon as a function of the initial biomass and vinasse addition to soil surface. The experimente consisted of incubation (240 days, in the dark, humidity equivalent to 70% of soil water retention capacity and average temperature of 28 °C) of Oxisol soil samples (0-20 cm soil layer) with straw added to soil surface at rates of 2; 4; 8; 16 and 24 t∙ha−1 and with or without vinasse addition (200 m3∙ha-1). The following variables were determined: released C-CO2, remaining straw dry matter, carbon straw and soil carbon concentration. The added biomass did not influence straw decomposition rate, but vinasse treatments provided rates between 70 and 94% compared to 68 to 75% for the ones without vinasse. The straw (16 and 24 t∙ha−1) decomposition rate increased between 14 and 35% due to vinasse addition, but the same behavior was not observed for released C-CO2. This result was explained by the twofold increase of soil carbon concentration, estimated by mass balance and confirmed analytically by the carbon concentration of soil samples. It was concluded that sugarcane straw decomposition, under no limiting conditions of humidity and temperature, did not depend on biomass initially added and that vinasse addition accelerated straw decomposition and potentialized carbon input into the soil.
Possibilidades de incorporação da análise crítica do discurso de Norman Fairclough no estudo das organizações
Authors: Silva Everton Rodrigues da , Gonçalves Carlos Alberto
Published: March 2017

Resumo Partimos de uma lacuna epistemológica em trabalhos sobre a análise de discurso aplicada à gestão para apresentar possibilidades de incorporação nos estudos organizacionais da análise crítica do discurso (ACD) de Norman Fairclough. A ACD compreende as organizações como formações ideológico-discursivas, trazendo à tona a relação entre ideologia, hegemonia e discurso. Suscitamos, em verdade, uma ponderação sobre o objeto e método de trabalho do pesquisador em administração. A proposta de Fairclough é claramente uma alternativa nessa direção, pois possibilita uma reflexão onto-epistemológica sobre as organizações combinada a um esforço metodológico, que termina por sugerir alternativas de pesquisa sobre a emergência, hegemonia, recontextualização e operacionalização discursiva no cotidiano organizacional. Por fim, acreditamos que a ACD cumpre a função de não separar os discursos de um campo particular que se supõe autônomo - como uma corporação - de seu contexto social, o que possibilita uma interpretação crítica das organizações - descolada dos saberes reificados sobre a gestão - e uma reconexão da administração às problemáticas contemporâneas da sociedade.