bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Silver Recovery and Reduction of Chemical Oxygen Demand from Used Fixing Reagent of X-Ray Laboratory Using Electrolysis Coupled with Adsorption onto Crab-Shell Chitosan and Black Rice-Husk Ash
Authors: Sananmuang Ratana , Yodphet Jirapa , Chaiyasith Wipharat Chuachuad
Published: October 2019

Used fixing reagent, from X-ray laboratories of hospitals is often contaminated with numerous chemicals. Silver (Ag (I)) ion is the major contaminant present in used fixing reagent. This work determined the Ag (I) ion and chemical oxygen demand (COD) in used fixing reagent of X-ray laboratory. The removal of Ag (I) ion was done by electrolysis and followed with the adsorption onto crab shell chitosan (CSC) and black rice husk ash (BRHA). The Ag (I) ions in an used fixing reagent was analyzed by flame atomic absorption spectrophotometry (FAAS) at λ = 540 nm. The COD was measured by reflux technique and the results indicated that the initial concentrations of Ag (I) ions and COD values were 5,634.66 ± 179.74 mg L-1 and 182,821.28 ± 5759.04 mg L-1, respectively. The optimum voltage and time for electrolysis were 2 volts and 10 hrs. After the electrolysis had been done, 82.28% of the Ag (I) ions were removed, while the COD was reduced by 51.76%. After the adsorption experiment was applied, 72.16% of the Ag (I) ions were adsorbed onto CSC and 51.83%. onto BRHA. The COD was reduced 37.04% and 34.08% by CSC and BRHA, respectively. Therefore, these two techniques, electrolysis and adsorption, are appropriated techniques for Ag (I) ions recovery and the COD reduction of the used fixing reagent discharged from X-ray laboratories.
Post-Harvest Shelf Life Extension of Mango Using Chitosan and Carboxymethyl Cellulose-Based Coatings
Authors: Phuangto Samanya , Chandee Onyupha , Subsomboon Tipaporn , Wattanakaroon Wanida
Published: October 2019

Biopolymer-based coatings or films can be used as an alternative to the replacement of conventional packaging, to preserve fresh fruit quality and extend their shelf life. This study aimed to prepare and characterize biopolymeric coating films based on chitosan and carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC). Film coating of biopolymers was further applied on mango fruits, and the efficacy of coating materials in post-harvest shelf life and maintaining quality parameters of mango were then determined. The coating method of the films over mango was prepared using a dipping technique. Fruit weight loss, colors and content of total soluble solids were evaluated to assess fruit quality during 14 days at 25 °C of storage. Results indicated that films formulated with CMC showed significantly higher water solubility and water vapor transmission rate. Notably, coating improved the quality of mango during storage. Between the coating types, CMC was found to be significantly more effective in maintaining fruit fresh weight during the storage period. The fruit treated with CMC lowered the change in color and had higher soluble solids content than that of chitosan coating on the fourteenth day of storage. These results demonstrate that CMC-based coating could be utilized for the extension of the fruit commercialization period.
An Experiment Investigation on Physical and Mechanical Properties of High Strength Concrete with Suitable Admixture
Authors: Gayana B.C. , Shashanka Mallikarjuna , Rao Avinash N. , Chandar Karra Ram
Published: October 2019

Concrete is an essential construction material. Even-though conventional concrete performs and satisfy the structures under normal conditions, a few special situations require very high compressive strength of concrete. An experimental investigation is done to develop high strength concrete with suitable admixtures and steel fibers. The properties of fresh and hardened concrete with alccofine as partial replacement for binder and poly-carboxylate ether (Glenium 8233) and steel fibers is investigated for the workability and mechanical properties i.e., compressive, splitting tensile and flexural strength of concrete. Based on the results, the strength increased with the addition of alccofine compared to the control mix. Hence, by optimum percentage of alccofine, high strength of concrete of 112 MPa can be obtained.
Preparation and Photocatalytic Properties of Graphene/SrTiO3 Thin Film Catalyst
Authors: Liu Jian , Li Yan , Zhang Na , Duan Dong Ping
Published: October 2019

A novel graphene-bridged SrTiO3 (STO) thin film loaded on the glass was fabricated using a facile sol-gel method followed by the dip-coating and spin-coating method. As-prepared STO film and GO/STO film were tested by XRD, SEM to identify the composition and surface morphology. The as-prepared thin film catalyst was employed to degrade methylene blue (MB) in water under near ultraviolet ray irradiation. Compared to pure STO, GO/STO prepared by dip-coating method displayed good photocatalytic degradation efficiency with 58% removal of MB (60 mL, 5mg/L) in 6.0 h, the GO/STO prepared by spin-coating method displayed more superior degradation efficiency with 94% removal of MB (60 mL,5mg/L) in 6.0 h. The influences of MB volume and the different methods were also investigated in details. The enhanced photocatalytic activities could be attributed to the suppression of charge recombination, high specific surface area and great adsorption capability of GO/STO. This work provides a promising approach to construct novel film GO/STO with high stability and photodegradation efficiency that can be applied in efficient treatment pollutants in wastewater.
Comparison of Different FEM Software in Terms of Hot Ultrasonic Assisted Machining Technique
Authors: Sofuoğlu Mehmet Alper , Kuşhan Melih Cemal , Orak Sezan
Published: October 2019

In this study, hot ultrasonic assisted machining of Hastelloy-X material was compared using two different finite element software (DEFORM and AdvantEdge). The results obtained from the two software were compared in terms of maximum cutting tool temperature, average cutting force and maximum effective stresses. The simulations were performed in 2D. The results obtained from the two software were compared with the experimental study in terms of maximum cutting tip temperatures.
An Experimental Study on Effect of Lime and Geogrid in Pavement Thickness
Authors: Gandhimathi A. , Aravind R.
Published: October 2019

— Soil stabilization is a process by which the strength, stiffness and bearing capacity of road foundations are improved by either mechanical or chemical means. Structures need a stable foundation for their proper construction and lifelong durability. Foundation needs to rest on soil ultimately, transferring whole load to the soil. If weak soil base is used for construction, with passage of time it compacts and consolidates, which results in differential settlement of structure. It may result in cracks in structure which can have catastrophic affect too. To avoid these future problems in weak soil, stabilized soil should be considered. The soil sample is collected from “Alandurai”. The soil properties are identified by conducting different laboratory tests such as Sieve grain analysis, Atterberg limits, Specific gravity using Pycnometer, Standard Proctor tests, California Bearing ratio test. From the tests results soil is classified as Fine grained red soil. The most commonly found soil around the sample soil collected. The stability of the soil is found using C.B.R test. Natural soil is both a complex and variable material. Yet because of its universal availability and its low cost winning it offers great opportunities for skilful use as an engineering material. However the soil at any particular locality is unsuited, wholly or partially, to the requirements of the construction engineer. A basic decision must therefore be made whether to accept the site material as it is and design to standards sufficient to meet the restrictions imposed by its existing quality. Remove the site material and replace with a superior material. Alter the properties of existing soil so as to create a new site material capable of better meeting the requirements of the task in hand. Lime and Geogrid were selected for the stabilisation of soil.1 to 6 percent of Lime are added and its optimal value is identified. Apparently CBR tests are done after introducing Geogrid and stability of the soil is identified. Analysis the performance of thickness of pavement in conventional soil, Lime stabilised soil and geogrid reinforced soil. Cost Estimation of the pavement is done and difference in the cost is identified.
“Grossesco Crimine”. The rising force of evil “Grossesco Crimine”.
Authors: La Rocca Davide
Published: October 2019

The expression Grossesco Crimine, making the Latin verb grossescere its own, literally means "Accresco nel Crimine" (Growing in Crime) and wants to suggest that concept of brutality of man who, if dominated by criminal inclinations, often grotesque and vulgar, sees that evil instinct increase, almost animal-like, that feeds its own instincts in a foolish way. We are therefore confronted with the theme of evil, too often, for convenience, manipulated. But always and in any case opposed to the concept of good. And if evil is a sad prerogative of man, good represents its essence, hope and desire: and to discuss evil one must inevitably speak of the sense of pleasure, understood not only as physical pleasure, but also psychological and mental. Pleasure is what nourishes the desire of man and his instinctive impulses; it is something that one ardently wants to replicate and increase. Where limiting (or subtracting) the experiences that determine pleasure in one's life causes pain and flows into the abstraction of the concept of evil.
Corrigendum: The intersection of disability and food security: Perspectives of health and humanitarian aid workers
Authors: Quarmby Candice A. , Pillay Mershen
Published: October 2019

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Greece
Authors:   International Monetary Fund
Published: October 2019

In recent years, the IMF has released a growing number of reports and other documents covering economic and financial developments and trends in member countries. Each report, prepared by a staff team after discussions with government officials, is published at the option of the member country.
Mexico
Authors:   International Monetary Fund. Monetary and Capital Markets Department
Published: October 2019

This paper discusses the findings and recommendations made in the Financial System Stability Assessment for Mexico. Mexico’s economic fundamentals are strong. The medium-term outlook for the Mexican economy foresees steady growth underpinned by strong macroeconomic policies, broad reform initiatives, and relatively strong balance sheets. Key risks are external and include a U.S. growth slowdown, lower oil prices, and volatility in global financial markets. The financial system is broadly resilient, notwithstanding some weaknesses under certain adverse shocks. The solvency and liquidity stress tests of the banking system indicate that it can withstand severe adverse macro-financial shocks despite large capital losses in some cases.
Cabo Verde
Authors:   International Monetary Fund. African Dept.
Published: October 2019

This Selected Issues paper examines whether the recent slowdown in private sector credit growth in Cabo Verde is demand or supply driven. Although in the late 2000s, demand factors have been the main drivers in Cabo Verde’s credit market, supply dynamics’ role has increased in recent years. For Cabo Verde to promote private sector-led growth and sustainable economic development, reforms aiming at strengthening both credit demand and supply will be essential. These include improving the business environment for the private sector as well as strengthening the financial sector by ensuring prudent banking supervision and an effective resolution of the nonperforming loan overhang.
Finland
Authors:   International Monetary Fund. European Dept.
Published: October 2019

This Selected Issues paper examines Finland’s sectoral balance sheets and how they have evolved since the global financial crisis; the analysis reveals that financial vulnerabilities have risen in most sectors. Indebtedness has increased for nonfinancial corporations (NFCs), households, and the government, increasing their financial fragility and vulnerability to shocks. Also, cross-border financial exposures have risen on both sides of Finland’s balance sheet. Specifically, banks’ balance sheets have grown considerably, largely owing to a rise in foreign liabilities. NFCs and the government have also relied in part on foreign investors to finance their debt increases.
The Fund's Transparency Policy - Issues and Next Steps
Authors:   International Monetary Fund
Published: October 2019

This paper presents for consideration by Directors the issue of a move to a policy of presumed publication of staff reports, and lays out possible options for modalities of implementing the policy of presumed publication. The paper also addresses several issues deferred to this review including: (i) presumed publication of UFR staff reports in exceptional access cases; (ii) deletions of highly politically-sensitive information; (iii) presumed publication of Financial System Stability Assessment (FSSA) reports and a policy for publication of Technical Notes prepared in the context of the Financial Sector Assessment Program (FSAP); and (iv) presumed publication of Reports on the Observance of Standards and Codes (ROSCs). The paper also addresses the issue of a modification policy for staff policy papers prior to publication, and the possibility of withholding publication of a staff report when deletions of highly market sensitive material would significantly alter its key messages.
Charges and Maturities-Proposals for Reform
Authors:   International Monetary Fund
Published: October 2019

This paper focuses on two key features of the financial terms and maturities of high access to the Fund’s General Resources Account (GRA): surcharges and time-based repurchase expectations. Surcharges, which together with the adjusted rate of charge determine the cost of high access to Fund credit, currently vary across facilities and are linked to either the level of access or the duration of lending. The policy on repurchase expectations is an administrative mechanism that encourages accelerated repayment terms, effectively shortening loan maturities. Both policies on surcharges and repurchase expectations were introduced to mitigate credit risks and safeguard the revolving nature of Fund resources
Update on the Financing of the IMF's Concessional Assistance and Debt Relief to Low-Income Member Countries
Authors:   International Monetary Fund
Published: October 2019

This paper provides a semi-annual review of the status of financing for Poverty Reduction and Growth Facility-Exogenous Shocks Facility (PRGF-ESF) lending, subsidization of emergency assistance to PRGF-eligible countries, and Heavily Indebted Poor Countries (HIPC) and Multilateral Debt Relief Initiative (MDRI) debt relief. The last review was completed by the IMF Executive Board on April 21, 2008.
Report of the Managing Director to the International Monetary and Financial Committee on the IMF's Policy Agenda
Authors:   International Monetary Fund
Published: October 2019

This paper describes the policy changes that the Fund has made since the October 2007 IMFC meeting and the ways in which we plan to refocus the Fund’s work to support our members more strongly. It also describes the steps that management, staff, and the Executive Board have agreed to put our own house in order—to reform our governance, contain our spending, and solve our income problem.
Measurements of atmospheric radioactivity dose rates over the North Pacific after the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant accident during the period March 2011 - March 2015
Authors: Wang Kuo-Ying , Nedelec Philippe , Clark Hannah , Harris Neil
Published: October 2019

Abstract. On 11 April 2011, a magnitude 9.0 earthquake occurred about 154 km northeast of the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant (FNPP1; 37.420° N and 141.033° E). Here we present continuous measurements of the atmospheric dose rates after the Fukushima accident over North Pacific atmosphere by a fleet of thirteen in-service global container cargo ships and another at a Tokyo port site from the Taiwanese PGGM (Pacific Greenhouse Gases Measurements) project. The continuous measurements of atmospheric dose rates were collected from a total of 294 cruises with 41,485 measurements during the period March 2011 to 2015. In this work, we identify three key aspects of the impacts of the radioactive materials following the Fukushima accident: The altitude effect, the land surface effect, and the transported effect. We showed measurements of air dose rates over the land surface areas and over the oceanic atmosphere. The striking differences in the air dose rates measured during the 2011–2015 period clearly identify the deposition effects and the effects associated with radioactive materials transported from the FNPP1. Air dose rates measured over the land surface areas were resulted from a combination of the effects from the deposition of radioactive materials on the surface and the radioactive materials contained in the airborne particles. Air dose rates measured over the oceanic atmosphere contains radioactive effects from airborne particles. The data of air dose rates over the North Pacific atmosphere show the eastward transport of radioactivity. Eastward transport of radioactive materials had been observed after 11 Mar 2011. Monitoring data show that the export of radioactive materials to the Pacific atmosphere occurred after March 2011, and in 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2015. The data are available at https://doi.org/10.6084/m9.figshare.9757697. Our data can help to further develop and verify model for the atmospheric dispersion of nuclear materials from the FNPP1 over the land surface areas and over the North Pacific atmosphere.
Colonizing Language: Cultural Production and Language Politics in Modern Japan and Korea
Authors: Harding Andrew
Published: October 2019

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The Secret Mourning of an Evening Death: Genji’s Ritual, Practice, and Lament on Behalf of Yūgao
Authors: Carter Beth M.
Published: October 2019

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Back matter
Authors: Nara Hiroshi
Published: October 2019

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Microbiological comparison of visibly dirty and visibly clean mature green tomatoes before and after treatments with deionized water or chlorine in model overhead spray brush roller system
Authors: Tokarskyy Oleksandr , Korda Mykhaylo
Published: October 2019

The purpose of the current study was to compare natural microflora counts of mature green tomatoes as influenced by visual cleanness, and investigate ability of chlorine sanitizer to reduce different groups of natural microflora on the surface of tomatoes using overhead spray brush roller system. We hypothesized that natural microflora might not be equally affected, with vegetative Gram negative bacteria being more sensitive and soil-related Gram positive sporoforming bacilli and molds more resistant. Microflora from untreated visibly clean and visibly dirty tomatoes, as well as from visibly clean tomatoes after 30 seconds deionized water or 100 ppm chlorine treatments, was recovered and spread plated on Tryptic Soy agar, MacConkey agar, and acidified Potato Dextrose agar. Microflora from untreated and chlorine-treated tomatoes was non-specifically enriched and plated on agar with chlorine paper disc diffusion assay applied to check for inhibition zone differences. Interestingly, there was no significant difference in plate counts between visibly clean and dirty tomatoes (p >0.05). Chlorine was more effective than water alone to reduce microbial counts on tomatoes for all microbiological media tested. Based on similar relative reductions of microorganisms in each group, it was concluded that chlorine may have no preferential kill for investigated groups of microorganisms. High counts remaining after treatment with chlorine solution suggested possibility of resistant microbial biofilm formation on the surface of tomatoes.
Palestine in UN Discourse: A Critical Discourse Analysis
Authors: Assaiqeli Aladdin
Published: October 2019

This paper examines UN resolutions 242 and 338 to find whether these two milestone texts of UN discourse on the Palestine Question, taken as the basis for “the establishment of a just and lasting peace in the Middle East,” genuinely and practically work towards an amicable solution to this prolonged problem, this almost century-long unequal conflict. The study seeks to find out whether such UN discourse is linguistically structured to achieve such an end; with the ultimate goal being offering us “the possibility that we might profitably conceive the world in some alternative way” (Fowler, 1981 cited in Jaworski & Coupland, 1999, p. 33) as is the case with any discourse study that adopts ‘critical’ goals. The study therefore employs Ruth Wodak’s Discourse Historical Approach (DHA) — an approach within the pluralistic framework of CDA. The findings show that temporisation of the Palestine Question has been an indirect result of the bad faith and linguistic manipulation of the powerful forces; that the way these discourses are structured is responsible for perpetuating rather than ending Israeli occupation. So rather than redressing the ethnic cleansing of Palestine and ending Israeli occupation as the core of the Palestine Question, UN discourse is found to protract the status quo — the consolidation of Israeli power and expansionism.
Experiences of nurses implementing evidence-based practice in an acute care setting in Nigeria: A qualitative study
Authors: Ominyi Jude N. , Agom David A. , Anyigor Chukwuma N. , Nwedu Aaron B. , Onwe Simon N.
Published: October 2019

Background: Evidence-based practice (EBP) is widely recognised as being relevant in improving nursing care. However, its implementation in nursing practice has been difficult for nurses, particularly in the developing countries. Existing evidence suggests that bureaucracy in organisational governance impacts implementation processes, however, the nature of this effect is not yet explored. Objective: The study examined experiences of nursing staff implementing EBP in a bureaucratic acute care setting in Nigeria.Methods: A qualitative exploratory design was adopted. A purposive sample of 11 ward managers and 12 staff nurses from a large acute care setting in Nigeria participated in the in-depth, face-to-face interviews. Data was analysed using the thematic analysis approach.Results: Four key themes emerged: (1) top down managerial approach; (2) nurse and nurse manager relations; (3) managerial prerogatives; (4) managerial autonomy.Conclusions and implications for practice: The Nigerian bureaucracy limits professional and managerial autonomy that nurses require in driving EBP implementation. Nurse Managers require greater leadership visibility and structural empowerment to create enabling environment for EBP implementation in nursing.
A Study on the Relationship between Student Engagement and Their Academic Achievements
Authors: Glapaththi Iruka , Dissanayake Ravindi , Welgama Thilina , Somachandara Udara , Weerarathna Ranitha Sachinthana , Pathirana Geethma Yahani
Published: October 2019

Student engagement has become a dynamically engaging subject within the educational field. Higher student engagement has been a driving force behind extending student accomplishments in academics. This study focuses on student engagement in state (ABC) and non-state (XYZ) universities in Sri Lanka. The purpose of conducting this study is to identify whether a relationship exists between student engagement and academic achievement. The findings of the study will be of significance to the universities as well as the current undergraduates, since it provides an understanding on which measurements of student engagement is to be focused on, in order to achieve superior academic accomplishments. Additionally, the study will be of importance to Sri Lanka as a whole, for despite this subject being investigated in numerous other nations, it was identified that significant consideration was not given to the Sri Lankan context, when investigating the relationship between students’ engagement and their scholarly accomplishments. However, there can be unpublished researches in existence. The research was conducted using numerous scientific research tools. A deductive research approach was utilized in the current study. Data collection was based on primary data and a mixed strategy was utilized, as both quantitative and qualitative approaches were taken in collecting data. As per the findings of the study, it was identified that there is a positive relationship between student engagement and their academic achievements.
Risk Factors and Altered Parameters in Pregnant Women Infected by Toxoplasma gondii in Lebanon
Authors: Kaakour Farouk , Farhat Leila , Dia Widad , Kadry Seifedine
Published: October 2019

Toxoplasmosis is a parasitic infection caused by Toxoplasma gondii. Both animals and humans could develop the infection through several ways including diet, unhygienic habits, direct contact to soil, blood transfusions and organ grafting. Although all people are at risk of the infection, ones with weakened immune systems are at much higher risk, out of these are cancer patients, pregnant women, fetuses and newborns. In our study, we collected data from three gynecologists in two Lebanese regions in order to evaluate the prevalence of the infection and the risk factors associated with it. We found out that the increase in age and pet ownership is directly correlated with the number of infected women and the infection of the women is directly related to the mode of delivery being c-section and having infected offspring.
The Effects of Sales Representatives on Customer Satisfaction in Logistics Service Industry
Authors: Kou Tun-Chih , Calderón Vigil Melissa
Published: October 2019

Logistics Service Providers (LSP) are companies that provide services as transportation, warehousing, handling, circulation and processing, delivery and information technology to other companies. Their industry has experienced an exponential growth worldwide, challenging their management to deliver solid value propositions to increasingly demanding customers, this is a task usually delivered by sales representatives, as they are the link between the customers and the company. Nicaragua has been chosen to be the place of study of this paper is because there is no similar study in the country that could provide important information about LSPs, thus it is inferred that their sales strategies are empirical, with a poor knowledge of their customer behavior and their decision making process.

This study focuses on investigate the impact of: sales representative trust, commitment to the sales representative, sales representative´s consultative selling behavior and relational selling behavior in a customer´s satisfaction. The data recollection was made by applying 200 questionnaires distributed to LSP´s customers in Nicaragua, this information was later analyze with SPSS and AMOS.

The results of this thesis demonstrate a positive relationship between the 4 independent variables: customer trust, customer commitment, consultative selling behavior and relational selling behavior with the dependent variable customer satisfaction.
The Chemistry of Paper in Paper Spray Ionization Mass Spectrometry
Authors: Alsaggaf Wejdan T.
Published: October 2019

There are many rapidly evolving technologies that use simple papers as a surface for chemical reactions and detection of molecules. One example of this application is the use of paper as a surface for ionization and introduction of compounds into mass spectrometry. The current work was designed to investigate mechanisms of interaction between the paper and analytes using mass spectrometry as the detection instrument. Standard compounds with different sizes were used in this study. Factors investigated include the effects of the paper geometry (5 mm) and position (tp=90º) were found to be optimal. The role of atmospheric water and the effects of paper porosity were affected the signals of the tested compounds. Investigations of the interaction of standard solutions with the paper surface indicated that atmospheric water is required for ionization. Up to three water molecules were detected in association with the analytes indicating that the presence of some water is required. In addition, this study showed the potential of silicon dioxide nanoparticles for eluting the standards compound from the paper surface. The impact of trace elements in the commercial papers and the interactions between the paper cellulose with different classes of analytes was investigated.
Morphological features and the strength-speed fitness of female volleyballers at a high sports level
Authors: Krawczyk Marcin , Pociecha Mariusz , Kozioł Paulina , Stepek Aleksandra , Guzy Ryszard , Więcek Krzysztof , Rzepa Krzysztof
Published: October 2019

Introduction: Modern volleyball requires players to present a high level of strength and speed fitness. Efficiency in this discipline is also significantly determined by the level of development of the somatic features, including especially body height and shoulder range. The main aim of the study was to assess the level of development of the most important morpho-functional features characterizing female volleyball players at high sports level against the background of non-training women. Material and methods: 13 female players representing the 1st league volleyball club took part in the research. The control group consisted of 11 women not exercising any form of competitive sport. Measurements of basic somatic features were carried out: body height, body weight and its tissue components. In addition, explosive strength of the lower limbs tests (CMJ) and the Wingate test was performed. On the basis of statistical analysis, the most important somatic features and motor fitness indicators characterizing I-league volleyballers were selected. Results: The greatest differences between volleyball players and non-training women in terms of morphological features was recorded for lean body mass (LBM [kg], Z = 6.63, p <0.01). However, in terms of motor fitness indicators, the largest differences were found in terms of peak power, average power and CMJ [cm] and CMJ power [W/kg]. Calculated, respectively: Z = 2.59, p <0.001; Z = 3.22, p <0.001; Z = 2.75, p <0.001, Z = 2.54, p <0.001). Conclusions: Our research confirmed importance of selected morpho-functional features conducive to high efficiency of Female’s volleyball. Jumping tests (e.g. CMJ) assessing the motor potential of lower limbs of volleyball players have practical value in the context of recruitment, selection and control of female’s volleyball training. The Wingate test, as a diagnostic tool, can be used as an adjunct to retinal specific tests.
Krieg, Exil und die Seele des Dichters Hermann Broch und Józef Wittlin im Briefwechsel
Authors: Hudzik Agnieszka
Published: October 2019

This article deals with Hermann Broch (1886–1951) and Józef Wittlin (1896–1976), two writers born in the Austro-Hungarian Monarchy who were formed or even stigmatized by the generational experience of World War I. They both struggled with the problem of the representation of the war in their main novels: Die Schlafwandler (Sleepwalker, 1930–32) and Sól ziemi (Salt of the Earth, 1935). The similarity between their protagonists is the starting point for an attempt to compare the biographies and literary works of the authors. The article is based on the source materials – the unpublished letters in German, exchanged between Broch and Wittlin during the years from 1945 to 1951. Their correspondence is stored in two literary archives: Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library (Yale, New Haven) and Houghton Library (Harvard, Cambridge).
Level of awareness of selected university students on stress urinary incontinence in women
Authors: Zyznawska Joanna , Buksa Marcelina , Załęcka Monika , Królikowska Aleksandra , Lipiński Kacper
Published: October 2019

Introduction: Stress urinary incontinence is one of the most common chronic pathologies of women. It has a significant impact on all spheres of life, at the same time degrading its quality. It is not only a huge medical problem but also a social and psychological problem. The aim of the study was to examine the level of awareness and knowledge of medical and non-medical students about stress urinary incontinence.
Material and methods: The study was conducted electronically using a proprietary questionnaire consisting of 24 questions. The study was attended by 107 women, including 71 female medical students and 36 non-medical students, aged 20 to 26 years. Results analysis was evaluated using the Statistica 13 program. In all tests carried out (Pearson's Chi-2 test), a significance level of 0.05 (p = 0.05) was adopted.
Results: The students have an average level of knowledge about stress urinary incontinence. There were statistically significant differences in the level of knowledge between students of different faculties. A group of female medical students had more complete knowledge.
Conclusions: There is a need for continuous education of women of all ages in the field of prophylaxis, risk factors and treatment of stress urinary incontinence.
Superpagg: Uma Ferramenta Crowdsourcing para Comparação de Preços em Supermercados
Authors: Arthur Paulo Henrique Gouvea , Santos Bruno Carvalho , Pontes Leandro Martha , Duarte Maycon Andrade , Pires Adonias Pinheiro , Souza Alan Marcel Fernandes
Published: October 2019

People often try to spend as little as possible when shopping at a supermarket. Many people can not reduce their costs when buying, either because of lack of time to research or because of the wide variety of products and prices. This article presents the Superpagg software, whose main objective is to help people to spend less on purchases in supermarkets by comparing the prices of different products in different supermarkets, so that the user can see where to pay less for the same products, allowing them to make their purchases with more economy. The results obtained were that the information presented by the software, using a limited sampling, is that the consumer saves from 2.01% to 17.64% monthly per product purchased.
H.761 Support of a News input Node and a New "recognition" Node-Event to Enable Multimodal User Interactions
Authors: Guedes Alan L. V. , Colcher Sergio
Published: October 2019

Multimedia languages traditionally, they focus on synchronizing a multimedia presentation (based on media and time abstractions) and on supporting user interactions for a single user, usually limited to keyboard and mouse input. Recent advances in recognition technologies, however, have given rise to a new class of multimodal user interfaces (MUIs). In short, MUIs process two or more combined user input modalities (e.g. speech, pen, touch, gesture, gaze, and head and body movements) in a coordinated manner with output modalities . An individual input modality corresponds to a specific type of user-generated information captured by input devices (e.g. speech, pen) or sensors (e.g. motion sensor). An individual output modality corresponds to user-consumed information through stimuli captured by human senses. The computer system produces those stimuli through audiovisual or actuation devices (e.g. tactile feedback). In this proposal, we aim at extending the NCL multimedia language to take advantage of multimodal features.
Assessment of local interest in trying edible cannabis products once legalized in Ontario, and awareness of their effects: a cross-sectional survey of youth and adults aged 16 years and older in Wellington–Dufferin–Guelph in 2018
Authors: Paphitis Katherine , Briscoe Kelly , Pearl David L. , Trotz-Williams Lise , Farber Jeffrey M.
Published: October 2019

Objectives

To assess (i) local interest in trying cannabis edibles once legal, (ii) awareness of the delayed onset of effects of edibles, and (iii) to identify characteristics associated with interest in trying edibles.

Method(s)

An anonymous, online cross-sectional survey was conducted (2018) and included questions on recreational cannabis use, respondent demographics, and questions specific to edibles. Descriptive analyses and multinomial logistic regression modelling were conducted to identify characteristics associated with interest in trying edibles.

Results

There were 3013 eligible responses. Over half of respondents indicated interest in trying edibles, including many who never used cannabis previously. Many respondents intended to prepare edibles at home. Over a third of respondents underestimated the time to onset of effects of edibles. The following variables increased the odds of a respondent being interested in trying edibles: area of residence, cannabis usage status, sex, age group, employment status, education level and awareness of the Lower Risk Cannabis Use Guidelines and of time to effect onset.

Conclusion

Educational messaging should target those most likely to use edibles and address potential knowledge gaps concerning time to onset of effects and safe preparation of edibles at home. Pre-prepared edibles labelling should include information on serving size and anticipated time to onset of effects.
AFIRMAÇÃO E PROMOÇÃO DO DIREITO ÀS DIFERENÇAS DAS PESSOAS COM DEFICIÊNCIA E AS CONTRIBUIÇÕES DO SISTEMA INTERAMERICANO DE DIREITOS HUMANOS
Authors: Peruzzo Pedro Pulzatto , Lopes Lucas Silva
Published: October 2019

O presente artigo tem por objetivo a análise do direito às diferenças das pessoas com deficiência no Sistema Interamericano de Direitos Humanos, partindo da hipótese de que a observância das orientações emanadas desse sistema regional tem o condão de fornecer à jurisdição e às políticas públicas internas uma concepção mais completa a respeito desse grupo de indivíduos. As pessoas com deficiência são aquelas que apresentam diferentes formas de estar no mundo e que demandam a garantia de recursos materiais e comportamentais para o exercício de seus direitos. A linha de trabalho adotada neste artigo parte da compreensão e descrição das diferentes concepções acerca da deficiência, prosseguindo com a análise do direito às diferenças considerando documentos internacionais e a jurisprudência da Corte Interamericana de Direitos Humanos. Destaca-se o potencial inclusivo da incorporação, pelo direito interno, das diretrizes hermenêuticas construídas no plano internacional sobre os direitos da pessoa com deficiência como compromisso com a cooperação internacional, colaborando com a ressignificação sobre a experiência da deficiência de forma alinhada com as agendas globais e regionais.
A legislação antirracista e a escola como lugar de confissão
Authors: Solis Dirce Eleonora Nigro , Rosario Fábio Borges do
Published: October 2019

Neste trabalho investigamos como a desconstrução tal como formulada pelo filósofo da différance Jacques Derrida contribui no apelo pela desconstrução da escola básica. Consideramos como a legislação antirracista aponta para a superação da hostilidade racista. Verificamos como a escola poderia ser o local de confissão dos crimes cometidos contra a humanidade e em qual medida tal profissão apela e deputa um horizonte aonde chega à hospitalidade in–condicional.
Cheikh Anta Diop e as suas linhas extensivas: pensamento e crítica
Authors: Jesus Fernando Santos de
Published: October 2019

O pensamento do Senegalês Cheikh Anta Diop (1923-1986) tem ganhado bastante força no Brasil após maior abertura para os debates que campeiam os debates acerca das tensões e embates políticos em torno da questão racial. No ano de 2003 fora promulgada a lei 10.639/03, na qual altera a Lei de Diretrizes e Bases da Educação, de 1996, para a inclusão de disciplinas que abordem as histórias e as culturas do continente africano e seus descendentes na diáspora brasileira. Esse acontecimento possibilitou o amplo conhecimento de perspectivas teóricas que se balizam em Diop. Utilizamos referenciais teóricos que dialogam com essas posições, a fim de destacar que apesar da abertura política, os contrapontos estão presentes. Portanto, nosso objetivo é estimular uma reflexão teórica que conduza os nossos leitores a questionarem os arranjos epistemológicos que hoje se apresentam como ferramentas para disputas políticas no campo das relações étnico-raciais no Brasil.
Problemas de linguagem na filosofia africana
Authors: Corrêa Rogério Saucedo
Published: October 2019

A comunidade filosófica africana possui um interessante, profícuo e importante debate sobre a linguagem. Por um lado, há os filósofos essencialistas cuja tese principal é o uso das línguas nativas para o ensino e prática filosófica. Por outro lado, há os filósofos não essencialistas que não se opõem ao uso de línguas estrangeiras para o ensino e prática filosófica. Neste artigo apresento os principais pontos deste debate a partir do quadro desenhado por Fayemi e argumento que da tese ideológico-política dos essencialistas não se segue a tese metafísica da impossibilidade de se expressar determinados aspectos da realidade.
"Sambo, logo penso: afroperspectivas filosóficas para pensar o samba", de Wallace Lopes Silva (Org.)
Authors: Sávio Nilton José Sales
Published: October 2019

E se pensássemos o samba por meio da filosofia? Uma análise possível? Bom, talvez estranharíamos um pouco, na medida em que parece não ser algo da alçada do pensamento filosófico como o conhecemos. Ora, provavelmente nunca diríamos algo desse gênero, se no lugar do samba estivesse a música erudita, por quê? Existiria um limite do que podemos ou não pensar filosoficamente? Alguns até argumentarão que seria possível, pouco provável, mas possível, estudar o samba, desde que fosse por meio da estética. E se quiséssemos mais? Ir mais longe? Pensar a ética pelo/no samba? Com certeza, isso não seria possível se ficássemos restritos a formação que a academia nos proporciona, aos sistemas que nos apresentam. Devemos nos questionar sobre esses sistemas: por que o grupo de autores não poderia ser expandido? Por que os temas não são ampliados? Por que temos dificuldade em encontrar uma filosofia legitimamente brasileira?
Board game as an educational media for dengue prevention knowledge for school-aged children
Authors: Amelia Vivi Leona , Setiawan Agus , Sukihananto
Published: October 2019

Indonesia is one of the endemic countries for dengue fever, and for the incidents are increasing year by year. Children are the risk population to dengue incidents than the others age groups. Part of the dengue prevention is increasing the knowledge, and also the children’s knowledge. The use of the game is the enjoyable way for learning in children. Aim: The aim of the study was to know children's basic knowledge about dengue prevention and develop an educational media for children. This study uses a quasi-experimental design with pre and post-test and using a control group. Method: The participants are a school-aged children between the ages of 10-12 years old with total 92 participants who were divided into intervention group and control group. Results: The results showed that there are a significantly increasing score at children basic knowledge at intervention group about dengue fever sign and symptom (p=0,001); prevention strategy based on Indonesia Health Ministry guidelines (p=0,001); chemistry agent (p=0,000); biology agent (p=0,000); self-protection (p=0,001); and immune system (p=0,001). There are difference knowledge between intervention and control groups (p=0,000). Conclusion: The conclusion of the study is board game can be designed to be an educational media to give a health education about dengue prevention strategy to the children.

Indonesia es uno de los países endémicos del dengue y los incidentes aumentan año tras año. Los niños son la población de mayor riesgo de incidentes de dengue que los demás grupos de edad. Parte de la prevención del dengue es aumentar el conocimiento y también el conocimiento de los niños. El uso del juego es una forma divertida de aprender en los niños. Objetivo: El objetivo del estudio fue conocer los conocimientos básicos de los niños sobre la prevención del dengue y desarrollar un medio educativo para los niños. Método: Este estudio utiliza un diseño cuasi experimental con pre y post prueba y el uso de un grupo de control. Los participantes son niños en edad escolar de entre 10 y 12 años de edad con un total de 92 participantes que se dividieron en grupos de intervención y control. Resultados: Los resultados mostraron que hay un puntaje significativamente creciente en el conocimiento básico de los niños en el grupo de intervención sobre el signo y el síntoma de la fiebre del dengue (valor de p = 0,001); estrategia de prevención basada en las directrices del Ministerio de Salud de Indonesia (valor de p = 0,001); agente químico (valor de p = 0,000); agente de biología (valor de p = 0,000); autoprotección (valor de p = 0,001); y sistema inmune (valor de p = 0,001). Existen diferencias de conocimiento entre los grupos de intervención y control (valor de p = 0,000). Conclusión: La conclusión del estudio es que el juego de mesa puede diseñarse para ser un medio educativo que brinde a los niños una educación sanitaria sobre la estrategia de prevención del dengue.
Corporate Commitments to Stakeholders over Time and Across Countries: A European Comparative Study (2000–2010)
Authors: Boncori Anne-Laure , Braune Eric , Mahieux Xavier
Published: October 2019

Using social responsibility ratings on over 663 companies belonging to 18 European countries in 2000 and 2010, this paper examines to what extent stylized models of Corporate Governance (CG) shape national systems of CG and corporate commitments to stakeholders in the long run. In doing so, we question arguments in favor of convergence versus divergence. In particular, we assess the factors that explain these trends and the detected processes. Our findings are manifold but principally highlight the structuring dimension of both the shareholder-oriented and stakeholder-oriented models of CG, and the role of micro-economic factors in explaining the changing and varying corporate commitments.
DEVELOPMENT TRENDS AND INSTITUTIONAL CAPACITIES IN KOSOVO AND METOHIJA IN THE FIRST FIFTH OF THE 21st CENTURY
Authors: Rikalović Gojko M. , Molnar Dejan S.
Published: October 2019

This paper is about basic development trends in Kosovoand Metohija during the period 2003-2017. Thefocus is on the missed opportunities for increasingeconomic and social well-being in the KiM area. Besidesthis, an important aspect of the analysis carriedout in this paper relates to the quality of the state governanceand building institutional capacities. In theempirical analysis, three scenarios were used to showthe backlog of the KiM area, i.e. the lost GDP percapita of Kosovo* caused by the inability to take advantageof the wider space of our country. The resultsof the research show that special attention has to bepaid to the rule of law, the efficiency of governanceand the control over corruption in Kosovo*. The integrationof Kosovo* with the educational, researchand economic space of Serbia and the EU could leadto the overall progress of our country as a whole.
POVEZANOST MOTORIČKIH SPOSOBNOSTI SA SITUACIONO-MOTORIČKOM SPOSOBNOSTIMA MLADIH FUDBALERA
Authors: Ćeremidžić Dejan
Published: October 2019

Primarni cilj ovog rada je da se utvrde povezanost motoričkih sposobnosti i situaciono-motoričkih sposobnosti mladih fudbalera starosti 9 do 10 godina.. Povezanost prediktorskih varijabli sa kriterijskom varijablom utvrđena je regresionom analizom.. Utvrđena je Statistički značajna povezanost prostora motoričkih sposobnosti sa kriterijskom varijablom. Posmatrajući pojedinačnu povezanost varijabli sa kriterijskom jedino je varijabla sprint 10 metara visokim startom ostvarila statistički značajnu povezanost.