bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
PENGEMBANGAN MULTIMEDIA PREZI BERBASIS PROBLEM BASED LEARNING (PBL) PADA MATERI HUKUM-HUKUM DASAR KIMIA KELAS X IPA DI SMAN 1 BUKITTINGGI
Authors: Handayani Dewi Putri , Zainul Rahadian , Azra Fajriah
Published: August 2018

Abstract— This research is aimed to produce a prezi multimedia based on Problem Based Learning (PBL) in Basic Law of Chemistry material and to determine the level ov validaty and practicality based on media’s function. This research is Researc and Development (R&D) which applies 4-D madel: define, design, develop, and disseminate. The research is done until development stage. Determining the level of validity and practicality are done by Chemistry lecturer, Chemistry teacher,and students of class XI IPA SMAN 1 Bukittinggi. The research instrument is questionnaire which consists of validity questionnaire and practicality questionnaire. The technic of data collection is done by distributing questionnaire. The data is analyzed by using moment kappa. From the data analysis,it is found that Prezi Multimedia based on Problem Based Learning (PBL) in Basic Law of Chemistry material has moment kappa validity about 0,85 with very high level of validity, moment kappa practicality from teacher’s evaluation about 0,86 with very high level of practicality, and moment kappa practicality from student’s evaluation about 0,80 with high level of practicality. The learning media that have been developed is proved valid and practical, so it can be used on Chemistry learning process in class X IPA at SMAN 1 Bukittinggi.
Psychology data from an exploration of the effect of anticipatory stress on disgust vs. non-disgust related moral judgments
Authors: van 't Veer Anna Elisabeth , Sleegers Willem W. A.
Published: August 2018

In this lab-based experiment (N = 185) we tested the effect of anticipatory stress on moral condemnation. The data covers severity ratings for vignettes of two content types: vignettes with an inherent disgust-eliciting element (e.g., eating human flesh) and without (e.g., lying on a resume). Participants in the anticipatory stress condition rated the vignettes as more morally wrong, and disgust-eliciting vignettes were rated as more morally wrong. No moderation by disgust content was found. Private Body Consciousness (PBC) was positively associated with condemnation for disgust- eliciting vignettes (but not with non-disgust-eliciting vignettes). The data can be used, for example, in research on incidental vs. inherent emotions, to identify the strength of induced emotions on judgments, and to identify moderators (e.g., PBC).
Conceptual Replication of Mueller and Oppenheimer (2014)
Authors: Morling Beth
Published: August 2018

We attempted to replicate the effect that, when students watch a video of a TED talk, taking notes on a laptop impairs their performance on subsequent tests of knowledge related to that video. In a sample of 7, 8, and 9th graders, we did replicate the original finding (d = .34)
Mutual mate choice drives the desirability of altruism in relationships
Authors: Farrelly Daniel , King Laura
Published: August 2018

Although previous research has found that altruism is an important trait in human mate choice, much of this has concentrated on female preferences only. Subsequently, the current study explored how both men and women desire altruistic partners who varied in physical attractiveness for both short and long term romantic relationships. A sample of 136 women and 53 men viewed profiles of members of the opposite sex of either high or low physical attractiveness, alongside scenarios that described them as either being altruistic or not. Participants then rated each targets’ desirability as both a short and long term partner. As hypothesised, altruism was rated more desirable, particularly for long term relationships, by both men and women. However there were inconsistent findings when physical attractiveness was accounted for, which did not support the hypotheses nor directly replicate previous findings. Overall it was concluded that although the study provided strong support for the desirability of altruism being due to mutual mate choice, the additional effects of examining other mate choice traits such as attractiveness shows much is still to be known. Study materials and data available at DOI 10.17605/OSF.IO/STXPF
Systematic comparative approaches to the archaeological record
Authors: Fortunato Laura
Published: August 2018

Increasingly, interdisciplinary research teams are coming together totry to establish regularities, over space and time, in the complexsystem that is the human phenomenon. Although vocabulary and toolshave changed, the questions that animate this research program bearstriking similarity to those pursued by nineteenth-centuryintellectuals in a quest to establish universal laws shaping humanaffairs. In fact, that very quest provided the impetus for theemergence of what would later become distinct disciplines in thesocial and historical sciences, including anthropology and sociology.Why, then, is this interdisciplinary research program often met withskepticism, or even outright resistance, within anthropology?In this chapter I provide a brief outline of developments in thehistory of anthropology leading to this state of affairs, in the hopeof alleviating misunderstanding between those who support theinterdisciplinary research program and those who oppose it. As apractical contribution toward this end, I then provide an overview ofkey established resources for systematic comparative approaches to thearchaeological record. I conclude by discussing challenges andopportunities in this area at the interface with recent developmentsin related archaeological practice.
The world system in the information age: structure, processes, and technologies
Authors: Rennstich Joachim Karl
Published: August 2018

The new information age has the potential to not only alter the historical path of world system development as other socio-technological paradigmatic shifts have done, but to transform it substantially. One school of thought argues for a complete upending of past patterns with nation-states in their hierarchical alignment as the center core and periphery of power in this system. An alternative view instead argues that the regularized interaction that characterizes a world system may envisage a number of modes of production without altering its fundamental structure). The world system in this view is made up of a variety of complex intraorganizational and interorganizational networks intersecting with geographical networks structured particularly around linked clusters of socioeconomic activity. Information and carrier technologies based on new forms of information technologies and their connection to network technologies play a vital role in the long-term evolution of world system development characterized by both path-dependencies and major transformations that result from technological innovations. While digital information technologies significantly alter the processing and use of information as a central element of power and control within this network structure and therefore its network logic, they do not break the evolutionary process of world system development.
One Focus or Many? Modeling Attentional Distributions During Spatial Term Use
Authors: Kluth Thomas
Published: August 2018

Are humans able to split their attentional focus? This master's thesis tries to answer this question by proposing several modifications to the Attentional Vector Sum (AVS) model (Regier & Carlson, 2001). The AVS model is a computational cognitive model of spatial language use that assumes visual attention. Carlson, Regier, Lopez, and Corrigan (2006) have developed a modification to the AVS model that integrates effects of world knowledge (functionality of spatially related objects) into the AVS model. This modified model assumes that people are able to split their visual spatial attention. However, it is debated whether this assumption holds true (e.g., Jans, Peters, & De Weerd, 2010). Thus, this thesis investigates the assumption in the domain of spatial language use by proposing and assessing alternative model modifications that do not assume split attention. Based on available empirical data, the results favor a uni-focal distribution of attention over a multi-focal attentional distribution. At the same time, the results cast doubt on the proper modeling of functional aspects of spatial language use, as the AVS model (not considering functionality) is performing surprisingly well on most data sets. (See https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-11215-2_6 for a condensed version of this work.)
A Comparative Study between Staplers and Suture (Silk 2-0) for Skin Closure in Cesarean Sections at Gandaki Medical College Teaching Hospital
Authors: Jahan K , Shrestha R , Adhikari P , Tripathi M , Neupane C P , Gurung R T , Mally J
Published: August 2018

Background: Skin closure in the abdominal surgeries is an important factor that affects the prognosis of wound in terms of hospital stay as well as overall outcome of the surgery.Objectives: Cesarean section being the commonly performed operation, choice of suture material has the unexceptional role on it. This study has been performed with an objective to look for the merits and demerits of the skin closure by suture (Silk 2-0) and stapler.Methods: Prospective comparative study conducted among the patients admitted in a Maternity Ward of Gandaki Medical College Teaching Hospital for elective and emergency cesarean section. The comparison has been made in terms of time taken during the skin closure, presence or absence of soakage and wound dehiscence, day of suture removal and pain during the suture removal.Results: The average time taken for skin closure for suture group was found to be 5.46 min (±0.97) and the same for stapler group was found to be 1.22 min (±0.15) respectively. Similarly, the mean day of stitch removal in suture and staples were found to be 6.94 (±1.75) and 7.95 (±1.89) respectively. Surgical site infection (SSI) i.e. soakage was present in eight percent of those in suture group and 20% in stapler group. Wound dehiscence was present in two percent among the suture group and five percent among the stapler group. The severity of pain is more in stapler group than that of suture group during its removal.Conclusions: Our study concluded suture being superior to staplers for skin closure during cesarean section. Though time taken for the closure is less in the stapler group, other factors like wound complications, duration of hospital stay, pain during its removal favored for the suture to be used.J-GMC-N | Volume 11 | Issue 01 | January-June 2018, Page: 1-4
Profile of Ocular Trauma in a Tertiary Centre in Western Nepal
Authors: Tuladhar S , Dhakal S , Poudel S , Poudel B
Published: August 2018

Introduction: Ocular trauma is an important cause of blindness and ocular morbidity throughout the world. The present study was done to establish the common causes of ocular trauma in a Tertiary Care Hospital of Western Nepal.Methods: In this prospective study, all the patients with ocular trauma visiting eye Out Patient Department (OPD) and Emergency Department of Gandaki Medical College Teaching Hospital (GMCTH) from June 2015 to June 2016 were included. A complete history and detailed ophthalmological evaluation was done.Results: Over a period of one year, 226 patients attended to the OPD and Emergency Department of GMCTH. Mean age of patients was 30.41 ±15.7 years. Males were 70.8% and females 29.2%. About 82.5% patients had visual acuity better than 6/18 while 17.7% had visual acuity <3/60. Road traffic accident (RTA) was the most common cause followed by foreign bodies.Conclusions: Males are more prone to ocular trauma than females and majority of ocular trauma occurred at workplace. RTA is the commonest cause of ocular trauma. Very few patients used protective device. Public awareness and strict legislation for the use of personal protective devices can also help reduce the occurrence of ocular injury. J-GMC-N | Volume 11 | Issue 01 | January-June 2018, Page: 6-10
Cutaneous Adverse Drug reactions: A Four-Year Study from Western Nepal
Authors: Neupane S , Basnet B
Published: August 2018

Background: Cutaneous adverse drug reactions (CADRs) range from minor reactions to several life threatening complications. Objectives: To study the clinical spectrum of cutaneous adverse drug reactions, determine the causative drugs responsible for the reactions and to assess the preventability.Methods: The study was carried out in the Department of Dermatology of Gandaki Medical College Teaching Hospital from June 2011 to June 2015. All the patients attending the Dermatology Outpatient Department and the patients admitted in the wards with suspected cutaneous adverse drug reactions to systemic drugs were included in the study. A detailed clinical history, including the history of drug intake was noted. Each case was assessed for its causality by using the WHO definitions. Data analysis was done using SPSS software.Results: There were 102 patients in total. The mean age of the patient was 32 ±15.7 years. Maximum patients belonged to the 21 to 30 years age group. There were 59 female patients and 43 male patients. Severe type of cutaneous adverse drug reactions was noted in 7.8% of patients. Antibiotics were responsible for most of the cutaneous adverse drug reactions. Cefixime was the most commonly incriminated drug. Exanthematous drug reaction was the most common type seen in 45%. Stevens-Johnson syndrome was the commonest type noted among the serious adverse drug reactions. Drug preventability was noted in 6% of patients.Conclusions: The commonest type of CADR noted was exanthematous type. Antibiotics were the commonest drug group involved in CADR. Six percent of CADR were preventable. J-GMC-N | Volume 11 | Issue 01 | January-June 2018, Page: 21-26
Study on the Relativity between Cytogenetics and Cytomorphology and its Prognosis Significance in Children with Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
Authors: Mehta S , Singh S , Ling Wang Ning
Published: August 2018

Objective: The main objective of this study was to retrospectively evaluate that the cytogenetic abnormalities is an important prognostic factor for the cure of acute myeloid leukemia (AML).Methods: This retrospective study enrolled newly diagnosed 70 cases (37 males and 33 females, aged 10.1 months to 14.5 years) of pediatric patients with AML during 2010 January - 2016 February from the Second Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University. Excluding criteria were cases secondary to treatment-related MDS and AML. Samples were obtained from bone marrow cells in patients after treatment on the anterior superior iliac spine, blood diseases laboratory by direct culture or 24/48 hour short-term culture, G -banding technique for testing. Follow-up of 1 - 60 months, the analysis of treatment response rates of different karyotypes, distribution ratios in various subtypes, normal karyotype and abnormal karyotype. ISPSS17.0 software statistics was used for statistical analysis. Groups were compared using chi-square test; Survival rate was calculated by method of Kaplan Meier and survival difference between groups were compared with breslow test.Results: Among 70 cases, 42 cases were detected for chromosomal abnormalities (i.e. 60% of the total number of cases), M3 abnormal karyotype distortion rate of 78.5%, M2 abnormal karyotype aberrations 63.3%, M4 60.0%, M1 50%, M5 lowest 38.9 %, M7 nuclear aberrations highest rate was 100%. Total chromosomal aberration rate was 60%. Acute myeloid leukemia cases, t (8; 21) at most, there are 15 cases, and the presence of abnormal karyotype 86.7% in the original part of differentiated myeloid leukemia (M2); t (15; 17) has 11 cases, exists only in acute promyelocytic cell leukemia (M3). After treatment, the remission rate of t (8; 21) was 80%; the remission rate of t (15; 17) was 90%; the remission rate of other abnormal karyotype abnormalities was 50%; the remission rate of total abnormal karyotype was 71.4%. The event free survival rate was significantly different between normal karyotype, t (8; 21), t (15; 17) and other abnormal karyotype groups (P<0.05).Conclusions: Acute myeloid leukemia karyotype abnormalities among FAB subtypes are different; M3 is the highest rate of abnormal karyotype aberrations, M2, M4 medium, M5 minimum. t (15; 17) seen in acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL), prognosis is good; t (8; 21) is more common in M2, prognosis is good, also found in M4 and M5, worse prognosis; +8 Abnormalities found in AML M2, M3, M4, M5 and M6 subtypes, prognosis medium; inv (16) high white blood cells, low platelet poor prognosis, AML patients with normal karyotype prognosis medium. J-GMC-N | Volume 11 | Issue 01 | January-June 2018, Page: 35-41
A Case of Myocardial Rupture on the Background of Coronary Artery Thrombosis
Authors: Hirachan N , Maharjan M
Published: August 2018

Myocardial infarction infrequently complicates with the rupture of myocardial free wall in 6.2% of cases. It represents the second cause of death after cardiogenic shock, and accounts for as much as 15% of in-hospital mortality. The authors here report a case of an 80 year old male with the cause of death as myocardial rupture on the background of coronary artery thrombosis. J-GMC-N | Volume 11 | Issue 01 | January-June 2018, Page: 68-70
Is Smallpox Dead? (The Story of Highly Contagious and Most Feared Disease)
Authors: Reddy K R
Published: August 2018

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Evaluation of Different Thyroid Lesions with Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology and Thyroid Function Tests
Authors: Ranabhat S , Parajuli B , Poudel S , Pun G
Published: August 2018

Introduction: Swelling of the thyroid gland is a commonly encountered clinical problem in all age groups whether benign or malignant. Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology (FNAC) of the thyroid lesions along with hormonal function test helps in the proper preoperative assessment. Ultimately it changes clinical management and improves the patient outcome.Objectives: To describe the cytomorphological features of palpable thyroid nodules using fine needle aspiration cytology (FNAC) along with the assessment of thyroid hormonal status of the patient.Methods: The study was conducted in the Department of Pathology of Gandaki Medical College and Teaching hospital from January 2017 to December 2017 and included 50 patients with thyroid lesions. Cytological assessment was done using FNAC along with serological assessment of thyroid hormones.Results: In the study 50 cases of thyroid swelling were included and evaluated by cytological and hormonal analysis which comprises of 10% males and 90% females with a with a female to male ratio of 9 : 1. Maximum number of cases was seen in the age range 41 - 60 years (46%), mean age being 44.6 years. The cytological diagnosis comprised colloid goiter (58%), lymphocytic thyroiditis (16%), Hashimoto thyroiditis (10%). Thyroid hormone analysis showed 66% euthyroid, 22% hypothyroid and 12% hyperthyroid.Conclusions: The study showed that FNAC and TFT profile both are essential for the proper management of thyroid lesions. FNAC along with hormonal analysis helps in proper patient assessment and management. J-GMC-N | Volume 11 | Issue 01 | January-June 2018, Page: 17-22
Pattern of Drugs and Therapeutic Agents Exposure among Pediatric Inpatients in the Fatima University Medical Center
Authors: Subedi N , Shrestha B , Poudel S , Bhattarai A , KC Namrata
Published: August 2018

Background: Drugs and therapeutic agents exposure is essentially universal for persons, young and old in the Philippines. In the hospital, many drugs and therapeutic agents are being given to the patients according to severity of the illness. The evidence has suggested that complex medication combination increase the risk for adverse drug events. The most common results of many drugs and therapeutic agents are increased adverse drug reactions, drug-drug interactions and higher costs.Objectives: To assess the prevalence and patterns of exposure to drugs and therapeutic agents among pediatric inpatients.Methods: Study Design: Retrospective study. Setting: Pediatric inpatients in the Fatima University Medical Center. Patients: A total of 1075 patients younger than 19 years, excluding healthy newborn, hospitalized in 2011, representing a part of pediatric inpatients in the Philippines.Results: The most common exposure was with D5.3NaCl, paracetamol, cefuroxime, salbutamol, zinc sulphate. Most of the pediatric inpatients received five or less number of medication varied by age and length of stay in the hospital. Pediatric inpatients were exposed to numerous drugs and therapeutic agents, especially patients with dengue III.Conclusions: A large portion of pediatric inpatients are exposed to numerous drugs and therapeutic agents, especially patients with Dengue III. J-GMC-N | Volume 11 | Issue 01 | January-June 2018, Page: 23-28
Tumors with Pilosebaceous Differentiation: A Five Year Retrospective Study at BPKIHS
Authors: Paudyal P , Pradhan A , Pokharel S , Sah N , Karki S , Marhatta S
Published: August 2018

Background: Skin appendageal tumors (SAT) are a large and diverse group of tumors that are commonly classified according to their state of appendageal differentiation: Follicular, sebaceous, eccrine and apocrine. Most adnexal neoplasms are uncommonly encountered in routine practice, and pathologists can easily recognise frequently encountered tumours. In this study, the histological features of important benign and malignant tumors of pilosebaceous origin were reviewed considering its morphologic types, subtypes, age, sex and anatomic site.Methods: This is a hospital based retrospective study which includes all cases of tumors with pilosebaceous differentiation diagnosed histologically during the period of five years (1st January, 2008 to 31st December, 2012). Tumors were analyzed considering the anatomic location and type of the tumor, along with age and sex of the patient. The Histological characterization was done according to the WHO classification system for SAT. Collected data were entered in Microsoft Excel 2000 and converted it into SPSS PC+ 11.5 Version for statistical analysis.Results: A total of 53 neoplasms of pilosebaceous differentiation included, 52 (98.1%) were benign and one (1.8%) was malignant. The mean age was 39.23 years. Females comprised of 35 (66%) and 18 (34%) were males. Most common location was in head and neck area. Of all, 51 (96.2%) tumors were follicular, and two (3.7%) were with sebaceous differentiation. Among all follicular tumors, Pilomatricoma (33.9%), Keratoacanthoma (26.4%) and Trichoepithelioma (22.6%) were the commonest tumors observed.Conclusion: The study findings reveal majority of the tumors origin were of follicular differentiation and all were benign. J-GMC-N | Volume 11 | Issue 01 | January-June 2018, Page: 33-39
Knowledge, Attitude and Practice towards Exclusive Breastfeeding among Mothers in Pokhara-Lekhnath
Authors: Gurung R , Silwal M , Gurung A , Sah I , Koirala D , Paudel S , Upadhayaya S
Published: August 2018

Background: Exclusive breastfeeding means that the infant receives only breast milk. Infants should be exclusively breastfed for the first six months of life to achieve optimal growth, development and health. Thereafter, to meet their evolving nutritional requirements, infants should receive nutritionally adequate and safe complementary foods, while continuing to breastfeed for up to two years or beyond. Breastfeeding is an unequalled way of providing ideal food for the healthy growth and development of infants; it is also an integral part of the reproductive process with important implications for the health of mothers.Objective: To assess the knowledge, attitude and practice of pregnant women on exclusive breastfeeding.Methods: The quantitative descriptive research design was used for this study. Purposive sampling technique was used to select the subjects in community setting. Total 140 subjects were taken as a sample and self-administered structured questionnaire on knowledge, attitude and practice of exclusive breast feeding among reproductive age group women was used to collect data.Results: The study shows that out of 140 women, 48 (34.3%) belonged to 26 - 30 age group, 136 (97.14%) were married, 109 (77.9%) women followed Hindu caste, 67 (47.9%) women belonged to Dalit group, 129 (92.1%) women were housewife, 73 (52.1%) women had taken primary education, 68 (48.6%) had monthly income >20000, 116 (82.9 %) had ≤3 children. Among 140 women, 69 (49.3%) had good knowledge and fair knowledge whereas only 2 (1.4%) had poor knowledge. Regarding attitude 122 (87.1%) thought that EBF was better than other artificial feeding, 75 (53.6%) believed that first milk should be discarded, 108 (77.1%) agreed that EBF is enough for child up to 6 months, 77 (55%) didn’t feel comfortable with extra feeding other than breast milk, 51 (36.4) stated that they were not comfortable because of insufficient amount to meet child’s demand, 100 (71.4%) agreed that child less than six months who is exclusively breastfed were healthier than child who took additional foods. Out of 140 women, 139 (99.3%) breastfed her last child, 83 (59.3%) started breastfeeding within 1 hr after delivery, 77 (55%) breastfed on demand of baby, 91 (65%) had not given anything before initiating breastfeeding, 25 (17.9%) had given plain water before breast milk after delivery, 107 (76.4%) had given breast milk only starting from birth to six months of age. J-GMC-N | Volume 11 | Issue 01 | January-June 2018, Page: 40-45
Proof and Uncertainty in Causal Claims
Authors: Barons Martine Jayne , Wilkerson Rachel L
Published: August 2018

Causal questions drive scientific enquiry. From Hume to Granger, and Rubin to Pearl the history of science is full of examples of scientists testing new theories in an effort to uncover causal mechanisms. The difficulty of drawing causal conclusions from observational data has prompted developments in new methodologies, most notably in the area of graphical models. We explore the relationship between existing theories about causal mechanisms in a social science domain, new mathematical and statistical modelling methods, the role of mathematical proof and the importance of accounting for uncertainty. We show that, while the mathematical sciences rely on their modelling assumptions, dialogue with the social sciences calls for continual extension of these models. We show how changing model assumptions lead to innovative causal structures and more nuanced casual explanations. We review differing techniques for determining cause in different disciplines using causal theories from psychology, medicine, and economics.
R v Kapp
Authors: McGill Jena
Published: August 2018

This judgment of the Women's Court of Canada re-considers the reasons in the 2008 Supreme Court of Canada decision in R v Kapp, though it concurs in the result. The judgment takes particular issue with the Supreme Court's interpretation of section 15(2) of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms as an independent “saving” provision capable of exempting ameliorative laws and programs from scrutiny under section 15(1), identifying three reasons that this approach cannot stand: (1) the existing interpretation of section 15(2), which treats it as an interpretive provision informing the whole of section 15, is sufficient to protect ameliorative laws and programs from formal equality challenges like the one advanced in this case; (2) the novel approach to section 15(2) established in this case may be inconsistent with substantive equality in cases of under-inclusiveness and discriminatory effects; and (3) the Court's reading of section 15(2) in this case improperly displaces section 1 of the Charter in cases involving allegedly ameliorative laws or programs. The judgment concludes that the interpretive approach to section 15(2), which views this section as informing the overall section 15 promise of substantive equality, ought to be maintained. Finally, the judgment offers a brief critique of the Supreme Court's obiter comments on section 15(1) of the Charter, calling into question the narrow approach to discrimination suggested by the two-part test adopted in Kapp.
Multilingual Expression and Postnational Frames in100% BrusselsandIsabella’s Room
Authors: Hauthal Janine
Published: August 2018

This article explores and compares instances of multilingual expression in contemporary postdramatic theatre that are linked to the exploration of migration, cosmopolitanism, and cross-cultural encounter. Taking Jan Lauwers and Needcompany’s Isabella’s Room and Rimini Protokoll’s 100% Brussels as examples, the case study focuses on post-epic forms of narration and covert forms of authority. Moreover, it shows how multilingual expression and speaking with accents dismantle the unity of national languages and differentiate the performing collectives in both works. At the same time, acts of communal singing and dancing evoke a coherent and self-affirmative emotional sensibility that potentially includes the audience. Both performances operate within a postnational frame: while Isabella’s Room conceptualizes Europe as a space of entanglement, 100% Brussels foregrounds immigrant subjects who position themselves as cosmopolitan citizens.
(Re)Constructing Polish Others: Theatre in Search of Diversities
Authors: Sugiera Małgorzata
Published: August 2018

While recent waves of political migration are hardly visible in Poland, the ongoing “migration crisis” has had a visible impact on Polish culture and especially theatre, which is actively engaged in current discussions on postmigrant Europe and its precarious identity. Polish theatre is also engaged in rethinking the country’s partly forgotten, partly suppressed national, linguistic, religious, and cultural issues. This article takes a closer look at five Polish performances that premiered in 2015 and 2016. These performances instrumentalize the past in order to examine the current image of the Other in Poland – that is, the Romani, Germans, and Silesians – and to make sense of the social and political problems Poland faces today. The article focuses particularly on the function that recent plays and performances have fulfilled in (re)constructing these Polish Others and their livelihoods, cultures, and dialects.
IMPACTOS DO VALOR DEMOCRÁTICO NAS RELAÇÕES DIPLOMÁTICAS E POLÍTICAS DOS PAÍSES DA UNASUL ANTE A SUSPENSÃO DA VENEZUELA DO MERCOSUL
Authors: Júnior William Paiva Marques
Published: August 2018

A possibilidade de reconstrução da ordem jurídica, econômica, política e social após o declínio dos regimes ditatoriais que marcaram o século XX implicou no fortalecimento dos paradigmas da democracia e dos direitos humanos nos países da UNASUL, que perpassa necessariamente por uma análise em torno da suspensão da Venezuela do MERCOSUL, ocorrida por força do descumprimento das normas regulatórias do Bloco.
Apresentação
Authors: Angelin Rosângela , Del'Olmo Florisbal De Souza
Published: August 2018

Apresentação da Edição 31 da Revista Direito e Justiça: Reflexões Sóciojurídicas
Edição Completa
Authors: Angelin Rosângela , Del'Olmo Florisbal De Souza
Published: August 2018

Edição completa da Revista Direito e Justiça: Reflexões Sóciojurídicas nº. 31
New Great Game in Central Asia: An Analysis of China’s Interests
Authors: Afridi Manzoor Khan , Iqbal Musharraf , Hussan Sumbul
Published: August 2018

The importance of Central Asia for China increased with the change in international power structure, growth of its economy, rapid industrialization and increase in population. China is regarded as the second largest energy consumer in the world while Central Asia has rich energy resources and raw materials complementary for its economic growth. It is interested in the energy resources of Central Asia for the security of its energy supply and a large market for its finished goods. Prior to Central Asian energy resources, China was importing oil from the Middle East. The route of oil supply from M.E to China was passing through Malacca strait, under the control of United States, a perceived rival of China in the world politics. In case of conflict this route may be blocked by United States. This situation worried the Chinese policy makers and prepared a comprehensive policy regarding the energy resources of Central Asian region. Energy is not the only concern of China in Central Asia; it is also worried about the security of its Xinjiang, sharing border with some Central Asian Republics (CARs). About 60% of the population of Xinjiang are Uyghur Muslims. The same ethnic community also exists on the other side of the border in the Central Asian Republics. China has an apprehension that in case of instability in the region, terrorists organizations may instigate the China’s Uyghur for independence. That is why, China is supporting United States in its fight against terrorism. Politically, it wants to reduce the influence of United States in the region by integration with the CARs (Central Asian Republics) through SCO particularly after US military penetration in the region in 2001. Applying a descriptive-analytical approach in the paper, the interests of China in CARs are surveyed.
Varying Written Perspectives on Politics of Pakistan
Authors: Awan Sajid Mahmood , Hussan Sana
Published: August 2018

Every discipline has its own specific perspective. The very difference of varying perspectives draws a line primarily between scientific and nonscientific knowledge. Then, amongst sciences it differentiates the rational from the empirical sciences. Apart from the natural sciences social sciences also utilize both rational and empirical approaches to science. Even, with in both of these perspectives there are also some other perspectives of social sciences. The present paper attempts to explore these perspectives as per the varying approaches of the respective writers contributing to the domain of the politics of Pakistan. A number of scholars have explored the politics of Pakistan. A brief review of them shows that they have studied the phenomenon of politics in Pakistan as per their respective approaches. The varying perspectives of these researchers can broadly be categorised into four main approaches i.e. 'Elitist Approach', 'Marxian Approach', 'Ideological Approach', and 'Praetorian Approach'. Every researcher of social science should necessarily understand the difference of these perspectives before initiating his investigation in to the politics of Pakistan. This paper aims to engulf the writings of all the potential writers in this field.
Mediatization of Politics or Politicization of Media: Women’s Perspective
Authors: Shehzad Hassan , Yousafzai Farish Ullah
Published: August 2018

In accordance with the phased and meta process of mediatization, politicians have grown dependent on media at the cost of their own independence. As a result, politics has become synonym with something negative. Little research in Pakistan has been done to explore perspective of women politicians and journalists on negative perception about politics. To fill up the gap, we constituted focus groups in Multan, Lahore and Islamabad, comprising mostly women politicians (local and national), rights activists and journalists. It has been found that the respondents are mindful of the fact that there has been an increase in representation of women politicians on media since former President Pervez Musharraf allowed private electronic media to operate in 2002. Female participants in Multan feel encouraged by the increase in representation of women on media but those in Lahore and Islamabad believe that media has added to the challenges women politicians are facing. However, all focus groups opined that this situation is reflective of politicization of media, which shows that they have internalized the negative image that media construct of politicians and that they lack the understanding about the process of mediatization of politics.
KARAKTERISTIK PARKIR SEPEDA MOTOR PADA PUSAT PERBELANJAAN HARDY’S SESETAN
Authors: Sutapa I Ketut , Suparta I Wayan Darta , Susila I Nengah Darma
Published: August 2018

Sebagai salah satu pusat perbelanjaan yang ada di kota Denpasar, area parkir sepeda motor di Hardy’s Sesetan memerlukan perhatian pihak manajemen. Beberapa hal yang perlu diperhatikan antara lain: tidak digunakannya fasilitas parkir yang ada; serta tempat parkir sepeda motor yang melebihi kapasitas. Jika masalah parkir tidak segera diatasi, maka akan terjadi masalah parkir di Hardy’s Sesetan, Denpasar. Hal ini didasarkan dari hasil penelitian karakteristik parkir di lokasi tersebut mempunyai karakteristik yang berbeda dengan puncak terjadi pada hari Sabtu, 31 Desember 2016 dengan rata-rata lama parkir sebesar 6,496 jam dan indeks parkir sebesar 5,1 serta terjadi pada hari Minggu, 1 Januari 2017 dengan rata-rata lama parkir sebesar 5,397 jam dan indeks parkir sebesar 6,45. Hal ini disebabkan karena pada hari tersebut adalah hari yang banyak kegiatan dan kunjungan di pusat perbelanjaan ini. Dengan demikian, kebutuhan parkir sepeda motor di Hardy’s Sesetan melebihi daya tampung yang ada.
Authors: Widharma I Gede Suputra , Sunaya I Nengah , Arka I Gusti Putu , Sangka I Gde Nyoman
Published: August 2018

This research simulation has been done in the Sempidi feeder that is one of feeders in the GI Kapal. This simulation wants to obtain the optimal protection angle of shield to protect transmission line. In this simulation will be using computer program that can visualize and demonstrate geometric concepts, is GeoGrab. GeoGrab is a combination program of geometric and algebraic. This dynamic software provides features that can be effectively integrated into feeder data. The protection angle of shield is optimum when it is 41o and 29o into horizontal area (the x-axis). By using GeoGebra can be showing that angle used in the feeder has been standardize and be optimal angle in the transmission line. And also with the protection construction that developed has been match with the goal.
Forensic Medicine Plays a Vital Role in Our Justice System
Authors: Sadek Ahmad
Published: August 2018

Abstract not availableBangladesh J Medicine Jul 2018; 29(2) : 97
Wildlife Diversity of Madhupur National Park, Bangladesh
Authors: Monirujjaman - , Khan M Monirul H
Published: August 2018

The study was conducted to know the wildlife diversity of Madhupur National Park of Bangladesh from June 2014 to March 2015. A total of 151 species of wildlife (amphibians to mammals) belonging to 23 orders and 62 families were recorded which covers 16.41% of total wildlife species in our country. Among them 10 (7%) were amphibians, 15 (10%) reptiles, 111 (73%) birds and 15 (10%) mammals while 65 (43.05%) were very common, 41 (27.16%) common, 25 (16.55%) uncommon and 20 (13.24%) were rare. Among the 20 species of migratory birds, 15 (75%) were winter visitors and 5 (25%) summer visitors. The forests and other wildlife habitats in and around Madhupur National Park are decreasing rapidly due to illegal logging, land conversion for agriculture and human settlements.Jahangirnagar University J. Biol. Sci. 7(1): 1-13, 2018 (June)
Diurnal activity pattern of white-rumped vulture, Gyps bengalensis (Gmelin, 1788) in captivity during breeding season at Bangladesh National Zoo, Dhaka
Authors: Islam Md Abraharul , Monirujjaman - , Ahammed Rasel , Aktar Mahruma
Published: August 2018

Abstract not availableJahangirnagar University J. Biol. Sci. 7(1): 81-85, 2018 (June)
Flooding the Networks: The Aftermath of the South African Constabulary, 1902–14
Authors: Spencer Scott C.
Published: August 2018

This article examines the aftermath of the short-lived South African Constabulary (1900–1908), raised during the South African War from across British domains to provide post-war security for reconstruction. The SAC peaked at just over 10,000 white officers and constables in the War's final months, then steadily declined to less than 2,000 at disbandment in 1908. Circumscribed by a path dependence, thousands of retrenched SAC men sought to continue their careers as imperial administrators. Those with patrons or who fit the ‘uniform’ (fit, young, and fair-skinned) parlayed their experience into new positions. The men of the SAC form a large, recognisable cohort that scholars can follow to locate the natural paths of the British World, recovering how men, ideas, and methods flowed over place and time in the heterogeneous but singular British Isles-and-Empire. The timing of colonial administrative expansion mattered, more for the available ‘experienced’ personnel than the ‘acceptable’ ideologies and justifications of rule that they carried. Ex-SAC men affected particularly the development of policing in colonial West, East, and Southern Africa. Those institutions formed or reorganised in the early twentieth century retained the stamp of former SAC officers and constables for decades.
The Accuracy of Predicted Acoustical Parameters in Ancient Open-Air Theatres: A Case Study in Syracusae
Authors: Bo Elena , Shtrepi Louena , Pelegrín Garcia David , Barbato Giulio , Aletta Francesco , Astolfi Arianna
Published: August 2018

Nowadays, ancient open-air theatres are often re-adapted as performance spaces for the additional historical value they can offer to the spectators’ experience. Therefore, there has been an increasing interest in the modelling and simulation of the acoustics of such spaces. These open-air performance facilities pose several methodological challenges to researchers and practitioners when it comes to precisely measure and predict acoustical parameters. Therefore this work investigates the accuracy of predicted acoustical parameters, that is, the Reverberation Time (T20), Clarity (C80) and Sound Strength (G), taking the ancient Syracusae open-air theatre in Italy as a case study. These parameters were derived from both measured and simulated Impulse Responses (IR). The accuracy of the acoustic parameters predicted with two different types of acoustic software, due to the input variability of the absorption and scattering coefficients, was assessed. All simulated and measured parameters were in good agreement, within the range of one “just noticeable difference” (JND), for the tested coefficient combinations.
Effects of Coordination Ability of Nitrogen-Containing Carboxylic Acid Ligands on Nieuwland Catalyst
Authors: You Yanhe , Luo Juan , Xie Jianwei , Zhang Jinli , Dai Bin
Published: August 2018

This article investigated the effect of three nitrogen-containing carboxylic acid ligands for the Nieuwland catalyst system. The catalyst system containing 4.5% N-(2-acetamido) iminodiacetic acid exhibited improved catalytic activity with excellent performance. The yield of monovinylacetylene (MVA) was maintained at 36.7% after 24 h, which was increased by 17.1% relative to the Nieuwland catalyst system. Based on a variety of analyses on the crystals precipitated from the catalyst solutions, it can be inferred that the outstanding performance and lifetime of the catalysts were related to the abilities of these ligands to form strong coordination with Cu+ ions and stabilize them.
The Channel-Kinase TRPM7 as Novel Regulator of Immune System Homeostasis
Authors: Nadolni Wiebke , Zierler Susanna
Published: August 2018

The enzyme-coupled transient receptor potential channel subfamily M member 7, TRPM7, has been associated with immunity and immune cell signalling. Here, we review the role of this remarkable signalling protein in lymphocyte proliferation, differentiation, activation and survival. We also discuss its role in mast cell, neutrophil and macrophage function and highlight the potential of TRPM7 to regulate immune system homeostasis. Further, we shed light on how the cellular signalling cascades involving TRPM7 channel and/or kinase activity culminate in pathologies as diverse as allergic hypersensitivity, arterial thrombosis and graft versus host disease (GVHD), stressing the need for TRPM7 specific pharmacological modulators.
Optimization Method for Developing Spectral Controlling Cosmetics: Application for Thermal Barrier Cosmetic
Authors: Gonome Hiroki , Yamada Jun
Published: August 2018

In this paper, a method of optimizing a thermal barrier cosmetic and spectral selective cosmetic by controlling the particle size and material is proposed as a countermeasure to heatstroke. The radiative properties of single cosmetic particles of a wide range of particle sizes and wavelengths in non-absorbing air were calculated in this study based on the Mie theory. Al2O3, TiO2, Au, and Ag were used as the material of the cosmetic particle. The radiative property of a particle cloud in dependent scattering was calculated. The radiative transfer in the cosmetic layer was analyzed, and the spectral reflectance of the cosmetic layer on the human skin was calculated. A new parameter was defined to quantitatively evaluate the performance of the thermal barrier cosmetic and spectral selective cosmetic. For the thermal barrier cosmetic, the Al2O3 particle was determined to be suitable, and its size was optimized. For the spectral selective cosmetic, the Au particle was likewise determined to be suitable, and its size was optimized. Our cosmetics satisfied both aesthetic and thermal concerns.
Optimal Patterned Wettability for Microchannel Flow Boiling Using the Lattice Boltzmann Method
Authors: Wi Young Jin , Kim Jong Hyun , Lee Jung Shin , Lee Joon Sang
Published: August 2018

Microchannel flow boiling is a cooling method studied in microscale heat-cooling, which has become an important field of research with the development of high-density integrated circuits. The change in microchannel surface characteristics affects thermal fluid behavior, and existing studies have optimized heat transfer by changing surf ace wettability characteristics. However, a surface with heterogeneous wettability also has the potential to improve heat transfer. In this case, heat transfer would be optimized by applying the optimal heterogeneous wettability surface to channel flow boiling. In this study, a change in cooling efficiency was observed, by setting a hydrophobic and hydrophilic wettability pattern on the channel surface under the microchannel flow boiling condition, using a lattice Boltzmann method simulation. In the rectangular microchannel structure, the hydrophobic-hydrophilic patterned wettability was oriented perpendicular to the flow direction. The bubble nucleation and the heat transfer coefficient were observed in each case by varying the length of the pattern and the ratio of the hydrophobic-hydrophilic area. It was found that the minimum pattern length in which individual bubbles can occur, and the wettability pattern in which the bubble nucleation-departure cycle is maintained, are advantageous for increasing the efficiency of heat transfer in channel flow boiling.
Patient-Derived Xenograft Models for Endometrial Cancer Research
Authors: Moiola Cristian P. , Lopez-Gil Carlos , Cabrera Silvia , Garcia Angel , Van Nyen Tom , Annibali Daniela , Fonnes Tina , Vidal August , Villanueva Alberto , Matias-Guiu Xavier , Krakstad Camilla , Amant Frédéric , Gil-Moreno Antonio , Colas Eva
Published: August 2018

Endometrial cancer (EC) is the most common malignancy of the genital tract among women in developed countries. Recently, a molecular classification of EC has been performed providing a system that, in conjunction with histological observations, reliably improves EC classification and enhances patient management. Patient-derived xenograft models (PDX) represent nowadays a promising tool for translational research, since they closely resemble patient tumour features and retain molecular and histological features. In EC, PDX models have already been used, mainly as an individualized approach to evaluate the efficacy of novel therapies and to identify treatment-response biomarkers; however, their uses in more global or holistic approaches are still missing. As a collaborative effort within the ENITEC network, here we describe one of the most extensive EC PDX cohorts developed from primary tumour and metastasis covering all EC subtypes. Our models are histologically and molecularly characterized and represent an excellent reservoir of EC tumour samples for translational research. This review compiles the information on current methods of EC PDX generation and their utility and provides new perspectives for the exploitation of these valuable tools in order to increase the success ratio for translating results to clinical practice.