bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
PERAKENDE SEKTÖRÜNDE BİR SÜPERMARKETTE REBA, NIOSH VE SNOOK TABLOLARI YÖNTEMLERİNİ KULLANARAK ERGONOMİK RİSK ANALİZİ VAKA ÇALIŞMASI
Authors: ENSARİ ÖZAY Müge , DOĞANBATIR Çağatay Şemsi
Published: September 2018

Bu çalışmada perakende satış yapan, Türkiye’de süpermarketler zinciri
bulunan bir firmanın şubelerinden birinin kasap, şarküteri, depo ve manav
reyonlarında ve temizlik işlerinde çalışanların elle kaldırma işleri ve çalışma
duruş pozisyonları incelenmiştir. Kasap reyonunda çalışanların el ile yük
kaldırma işleri NIOSH (Ulusal Mesleki Sağlık ve Güvenlik Enstitüsü) yöntemi
kullanarak analiz edilmiştir. Ayrıca kasap reyonu çalışanlarının tezgâhtan ürün
alma duruş pozisyonları Hızlı Tüm Vücut Değerlendirme (REBA) yöntemi
kullanılarak analiz edilmiş ve on bir olarak hesaplanan REBA skoru hareketin
çok tehlikeli risk seviyesinde olduğunu göstermiştir. Tezgâhta mekanik
değişiklikler yapılması önerilerek yapılan iyileştirmeler sonucunda REBA skoru
üçe düşürülerek güvenli çalışma ortamı sağlanmıştır. Şarküteri çalışanlarının
tezgâha ürün yerleştirme ve etiket değiştirme işleri sırasındaki duruşları REBA
yöntemi kullanılarak incelenmiş ve daha güvenli çalışabilmeleri için önerilerde
bulunulmuştur. Manav reyonu çalışanlarının el ile kasaları kaldırma ve
tezgâhlara ürün yerleştirme işleri NIOSH yöntemi ile değerlendirilerek, yük
miktarının azaltılması ve asimetri açısının azaltılması yönünde öneriler
getirilmiştir. Depo bölümünde yapılan Snook tabloları analizi ile çalışanların
çok ağır yükleri transpalet yardımı ile iterek ve çekerek taşıdıkları tespit
edilmiştir. Forklift veya mekanik alet kullanılarak taşıma yapılması tavsiye
edilmiştir. Temizlik elemanlarının zemin temizliği sırasında yaptıkları itme
işi SNOOK tabloları kullanılarak incelenmiş, daha hafif bir yer temizleme
cihazının alınması veya işin iki çalışan arasında dönüşümlü olarak yapılması
önerilmiştir.
TABAKALI CAM ELYAF/EPOKSİ KOMPOZİTLERİN DARBE DAVRANIŞININ DENEYSEL OLARAK İNCELENMESİ
Authors: ÖNDÜRÜCÜ Ayşe , KARACAN Ali
Published: September 2018

Darbe, bir malzeme veya yapı üzerine düşük, orta ve
yüksek hızlarda çok kısa bir süre içerisinde uygulanan anlık dış kuvvet olarak
tanımlanır. Uygulama yerine ve kullanım amacına göre malzemenin maruz
kalabileceği darbeler çok farklı şekillerde olabilir Bu çalışmada, artan darbe
enerji değerleri için farklı oryantasyon açılarına sahip cam elyaf/epoksi
kompozit numunelerin darbe davranışları deneysel olarak incelenmiştir. Darbe
deneyleri için 50cm x 50cm boyutlarında 8 ve 12 tabakalı cam elyaf/epoksi
kompozit malzemeler üretilmiştir. Bu numuneler 4 ayrı gruba ayrılmıştır. Her
grup numuneler için 10J, 20J ve 30J’lük artan darbe enerjisi değerleri altında
darbe testi uygulanarak fiber takviye açılarının ve tabaka kalınlıklarının
darbe davranışı üzerine etkileri incelenmiştir. Darbe deneyleri sonucunda, 8
tabakalı numunelerinin yük taşıma kapasitelerinin ve darbe dayanımlarının 12
tabakalı numunelere göre daha düşük olduğu görülmüştür. Artan darbe enerjisi
değerlerinde maksimum kuvvet ve çökme miktarı değerlerinin de arttığı
gözlenmiştir. Darbe testi uygulanan cam elyaf/epoksi kompozit numunelerde darbe
uygulanan ön yüzde düşük darbe enerjileri için ezilme izi, küçük
delaminasyonlar ve matris kırılmaları gözlemlenirken, darbe enerjisinin
arttırılmasıyla fiber kırılmalarının ve delinme hasarlarının meydana geldiği
görülmüştür. Bunun yanısıra, kompozit numunelerin darbe uygulanmamış olan arka
yüzlerinde ise delaminasyonlar ve fiber ayrılmaları gözlemlenmiştir. Darbe
enerjisinin arttırılmasıyla delaminasyon alanlarının genişlediği, fiberlerin
kırıldığı ve delinme hasarının oluştuğu görülmüştür.
(Non)Translation as Resistance in Tomson Highway’s Kiss of the Fur Queen
Authors: Leconte Marie
Published: September 2018

After a brief explanation regarding the author’s settle scholar status in regard of interpreting Indigenous texts, Tomson Highway’s novel Kiss of the Fur Queen is examined as a ‘first translation’ in which untranslatability plays the main role. The term ‘first translation’ will be defined, and a deliberately refined definition of a hybrid text will be reviewed through the lens of several Indigenous scholars. Then, following a brief description of Tomson Highway’s novel Kiss of the Fur Queen, the paper will envisage its translatory nature from the point of view of three narrative strategies: 1) The insertion of Cree lexical elements within the text. Here, in a codified manner, Highway forces the reader to grasp the importance his mother tongue has in understanding the novel’s complexities. 2) This is followed by a section on the use of Cree mythology within the narrative. Gerald Vizenor’s use of Bakhtin becomes a useful tool in accessing the idea of two consciousnesses through the intertwining of the fantastic and mythology. 3) And finally, the linguistic challenge of cultural contact within the story itself is examined. From the foreignness of English, quite literally attached to the sound of the language, to the inability of expressing the reality of abuse endured in residential school in Cree, the protagonists push up against irreconcilable cultural/linguistic worlds. Put together, these three different narrative strategies come together to form a langue culture, to use Henri Meschonnic’s term.
Rhizomizing the Translation Zone: Xiaolu Guo and A Concise Chinese-English Dictionary for Lovers
Authors: Guo Wangtaolue
Published: September 2018

In a world marked by increasing linguistic and cultural mobility, translation has gone way beyond the idea of mechanical/cultural transmission of meaning and saturated our everyday life. Translation zone, as one of the many spatial metaphors for translation, is proposed by Emily Apter and meant to debunk the myth of monolingual complacency as a norm and to highlight translation as a significant medium of subject re-formation. Although her transcoding model is path-breaking, Apter seems to insist on the intersubjective limits that resist translation, arguing about the issue of border trouble arising from occasions “where the lines dividing discrete languages are muddy and disputatious” (129).

In this paper, I argue that the translation zone shall be reconceptualized as a rhizomatic zone, where both translation and mis-/non-translation constitute an adventitious mode of transformation that highlights processuality. In order to add this Deleuzian layer to the translation zone, I examine how translational literature, which “straddle[s] two languages, at once foregrounding, performing, and problematizing the act of translation” (Hassan 754), reflects a perpetual state of in-translation and encompasses the process of flight and movement. Specific examples are drawn from Xiaolu Guo’s novel A Concise Chinese-English Dictionary for Lovers, which features a narrative characterized by malapropism, mis-hearings, mis-interpretations, and interlanguage. Incorporating translation as a constitutive element into her story, Guo highlights the interplay between linguistic creativity and (un-)translatability, complicates the process of cultural transfer, and underlines the centrality of migration and porosity which Apter fails to attribute to her framework. The novel, therefore, mimics a rhizomatic translation zone, where migration, transformation, and linguistic heterogeneity are enmeshed.
Part Two: Introduction
Authors: Merkle Denise
Published: September 2018

Introduction
Part Three: Introduction
Authors: Merkle Denise
Published: September 2018

Introduction
Patient-Centered Care
Authors: Kusnanto Hari
Published: September 2018

..........In the context of patient services constrained by cost barriers, physicians often find it unfavorable to choose an option that prioritizes patient interest. As has been the practice of physicians since Hippocrates, physicians position themselves as the one who best knows what is the most appropriate for the patient. This is in contrary to the concept of patient-centered care. Supported by the ethical principle of patient autonomy, patient-centered services / PCC (LBP/Layanan Berpusat Pasien) empower patients through the provision of more clear and accurate information, allowing patients to be partners in decision-making concerning their health........The cultural shift and the way services are delivered to the patients must be designed, managed and rewarded financially. Patients are no longer merely customers who receive services, but partners in the process of prevention and cure of the disease. The expected benefits of patient-centered services are greater patient and family satisfaction, increased reputation of the physician or the health care provider institution, increased morale and clinical productivity of supporting staffs, and cost savings and service efficiency.......
The Practice of Home-based Direct Observer Treatment of Patients with Positive Pulmonary Tuberculosis (DOT – TB) at Kebumen District of Indonesia
Authors: Pranoto Timbul , Claramita Mora , Pramantara I Dewa Putu
Published: September 2018

Background: Tuberculosis (TB) is a major global health problem, even though TB can be prevented and treated. The WHO Global Tuberculosis Report 2015 reported 1.5 million deaths from TB, of which 1.1 million were TB with HIV-negative and 0.4 million were HIV-positive tuberculosis. As many as 25% of deaths from TB were in productive ages between 15 to 54 years. Low adherence is a major cause of treatment failure, drop-out and the rising number of cases of MDR (Multi Drugs Resistance). Adherence is also a key to improve the cure rate of treatment of TB patients. Home-based Direct Observer Treatment of patients with positive pulmonary Tuberculosis (DOT–TB) or in Bahasa Indonesia also known as Pengawas Minum Obat (PMO) may improve adherence and increase the TB cure rate and success rate. The DOT-TB has tasks to oversee, remind, motivate and assist TB patients who are undergoing the treatment process. Background of DOT–TB in improving adherence needs to be explored by examining their experiences, which can be expressed by using a phenomenological qualitative study to explore the meaning and significance of their experiences. Objectives: This study aimed to explore the efforts of DOT–TB in performing their duties, the constraints arising from these efforts, benefits, and expectations of the DOT–TB position.Methods: This study applied a qualitative approach with descriptive phenomenological methodology. The number of informants were 21 people divided into groups of DOT–TB whose patients were perfectly recovered (7 people), groups of DOT–TB whose patients were drop-out or failed (7 people) and a group of 7 TB programmers. Each group participated in the Focus Group Discussion (FGD) for 90-120 minutes.Results: The results of the study indicate that the presence of DOT–TB is very important and necessary in the management of TB. The biggest challenge of DOT–TBs in performing their duties are communication barriers due to differences in hierarchy and social status in the society. Their sense of hesitancy was a major challenge of DOT–TB in charge. According to respondents, the ideal DOT–TB is someone close to the patients, has patience, compassion, enough knowledge about TB and good communication skills.Conclusions: In order to perform their duties well, DOT–TBs require training concerning tuberculosis and communication.
Effectiveness of Mental Health Training Module Gap Action Programme (mhGAP) in Increasing Knowledge and Skills of Primary Care Physicians in Diagnosing Depression Disorders in the Gunungkidul District
Authors: Yani Novi Fitri , Marchira Carla R , Istiono Wahyudi
Published: September 2018

Background: Depression occurs in 3-8% of the population of the world and ranks fourth in the world's most prevalent diseases. Based on data from Riskesdas 2013, the rate of mental disorders (depression and anxiety) reached 6% for ages 15 and older. The mental disorder most prevalent in primary care is the depressive disorder (10%), but the diagnosis of depression by general practitioners in primary care is only 1%. Coverage of mental health in primary care is low, partly because primary care physicians who are in Community and Primary Health Care Centers (Puskesmas) are still experiencing difficulties in diagnosing mental disorders, especially depression.Objective: To determine the effectiveness of mhGAP training in improving the knowledge and skills of primary care physicians in diagnosing and treating depression in Gunungkidul.Research Methods: This study was a quasi-experimental research with pretest-posttest design with one group, in order to find a causal relationship involving one treatment group.Results: The knowledge of the primary care physician improved about diagnosis of depression before and after intervention training modules, p=0.000. Patients with depression mostly suffered in the female group ages 19-60 years old. An increase in the diagnosis of depression after training mhGAP with validation by a psychiatric specialist was at 49.41%.Conclusion: Training with modules mhGAP improved education for physicians in the diagnosis of depression and improved referral rates of depression cases from community health centers to district hospitals in Wonosari.
The Precision of Screening Questionnaires for Diabetes Mellitus Type 2 and Hypertension Compared with the Gold Standard in Primary Care
Authors: Mularum Seta Nurhayati , Kusnanto Hari , Istiono Wahyudi
Published: September 2018

Background: Diabetes mellitus (DM) and hypertension are health issues that are the focus of the Indonesian government, especially in the era of Universal Health Coverage/Jaminan Kesehatan Nasional (JKN). The prevalences have been steadily increasing daily. Special Region of Yogyakarta (DIY) has the highest prevalence of DM in Indonesia, while hypertension prevalence is 25.7% according to data from Riskesdas 2013. Complications from diabetes and hypertension lead to decreased quality of life and premature death, therefore it is necessary to have a better management strategy to reduce the risks. Nowadays, there are no diabetes and hypertension screening questionnaires which have been validated and implemented in the district of Bantul. Therefore, it is important to develop screening questionnaires for early detection of diabetes and hypertension as a tool for primary care physicians to perform tasks at the preventive level.Objective: This study aimed to measure the accuracy of screening questionnaires to detect diabetes mellitus and hypertension in primary care in Bantul DIY.Methods: This study used a cross-sectional method. The subjects of the study were a group of individuals aged 40-60 years in Bantul who met the criteria inclusion and the criteria exclusion. The study subjects were asked to complete the screening questionnaires of diabetes and hypertension. The results were then compared with the gold standard of fasting blood sugar and blood pressure check. The data were analyzed by using multivariate regression tests.Results: The results of multivariate analysis showed that the risk factors were a history of baby born weight ≥ 4 kg or gestational diabetes mellitus and the abdominal circumference was an independent risk factor for the incidence of diabetes in general population. Being a baby born with weight ≥ 4 kg and abdominal circumference had p = 0.001: RR 2.75 (CI 95%: 1.5 to 5.0) and p = 0.036: RR of 8.08 (CI 95%: 1.15 to 56.8), respectively. The risk factor of age was an independent risk factor for hypertension with p = 0.003: RR of 3.1 (CI 95%: 1.4 to 6.6).Conclusion: History of a baby born with weight ≥ 4 kg and abdominal circumference were appropriate for screening DM, meanwhile the age was appropriate for screening hypertension.
Case Report: B20 Infection
Authors: Yunus Lina Nur Islamiyyah
Published: September 2018

.......The problem, in this case, was very complicated. We should pay attention to several aspects in the approach for HIV patients: privacy (respect patient's privacy), confidentiality (we must keep patient’s health information confidential), fidelity, and veracity (upholding truth and honesty). The confidentiality in this case was patient’s status as an HIV patient. Also, we must understand that the complaints experienced by HIV patients would be different from one and another.In addition to her physical problems, there was also her psychosocial problem. Assistances from an HIV counselor for the patient while maintaining her confidentiality were needed to manage the patient’s health problems, such as......
Preface
Authors: Howe Amanda , Vidiawati Dhanasari
Published: September 2018

.......This edition, with its range of topics covering preventive / proactive care (detecting those at risk of diabetes and hypertension), non-communicable diseases, end of life care, and the social determinants of health (in the case report), show the extent of conditions which need to be included in any effective UHC (universal health coverage) package. It also demonstrates the breadth of work of family doctors, emphasising the need to be patient-centred and to look at the full context of the patient and community when addressing key health issues.............Improving the capability of physicians in primary care is necessary becasuse as a leading edge of health services, primary care is expected to provide more comprehensive health care services for patients, families, and their communities (patient-centered, family-focused, community-oriented care). A structured, measurable, and sustainable mode of education and training is needed to buid these abilities.......
Kidney Function Decline in Patients with CKD and Untreated Hepatitis C Infection
Authors: Tartof Sara Yee , Hsu Jin-Wen , Wei Rong , Rubenstein Kevin B. , Hu Haihong , Arduino Jean Marie , Horberg Michael , Derose Stephen F. , Qian Lei , Rodriguez Carla V.
Published: September 2018

Background and objectives

Studies evaluating the role of hepatitis C viral (HCV) infection on the progression of CKD are few and conflicting. Therefore, we evaluated the association of untreated HCV on kidney function decline in patients with stage 3–5 CKD.

Design, setting, participants, & measurements

This retrospective cohort study included members of Kaiser Permanente Southern California and Kaiser Permanente Mid-Atlantic States aged ≥18 years, with incident HCV and CKD diagnoses from January 1, 2004 to December 31, 2014. We used generalized estimating equations to compare the rate of change in eGFR between those with HCV and CKD versus CKD alone, adjusting for covariates. Cox proportional hazards models compared the risk of 25% decrease in eGFR and ESKD (defined as progression to eGFR<15 ml/min per 1.73 m2 on two or more occasions, at least 90 days apart) in those with HCV and CKD versus CKD alone, adjusting for covariates.

Results

We identified 151,974 patients with CKD only and 1603 patients with HCV and CKD who met the study criteria. The adjusted annual decline of eGFR among patients with HCV and CKD was greater by 0.58 (95% confidence interval [95% CI], 0.31 to 0.84) ml/min per 1.73 m2, compared with that in the CKD-only population (HCV and CKD, −1.61; 95% CI, −1.87 to −1.35 ml/min; CKD only, −1.04; 95% CI, −1.06 to −1.01 ml/min). Adjusted for covariates, the hazard for a 25% decline in eGFR and for ESKD were 1.87 (95% CI, 1.75 to 2.00) and 1.93 (95% CI, 1.64 to 2.27) times higher among those with HCV and CKD, respectively, compared with those with CKD only.

Conclusions

Untreated HCV infection was associated with greater kidney function decline in patients with stage 3–5 CKD.
Learning about dentistry: enacting problems at the Wellcome Collection exhibition ‘Teeth’
Authors: Dungey Claire , Stephens Neil
Published: September 2018

We review how the Wellcome Collection exhibition ‘Teeth’ enacts meanings from an educational anthropology and Science and Technology Studies perspective. The exhibition tells the history of dental science. It starts with accounts of the painful procedures and social inequalities of early oral healthcare. As it moves towards the present day it shows improved scientific knowledge, tools and public health promotion, and closes with current sophisticated technologies and practices. However it underrepresents contemporary social inequalities. We conclude that science communication exhibition curators should strive to represent the problems of today as well as those of the past.
Autonomation in broiler production: a comparative analysis
Authors: Collatto Dalila Cisco , Petrusch Anete , Lacerda Daniel Pacheco , Piran Fábio Antônio Sartori , Mansilha Ricardo Brandão
Published: September 2018

Factors such as quality, health and price have contributed to improving broiler productivity in Brazil. Modernization and the use of instruments, such as a proper management of birds, health, balanced nutrition, genetic improvement and integrated yield have been researched by companies. Partnerships between industry, automatic systems and broiler farmers also contribute to the technical improvement of the broiler production process, resulting in reduced production costs and increased quality of the final product. In this context, this article aims to analyze the possibilities of autonomation in the context of broiler production. We conducted a qualitative, exploratory and comparative analysis by performing a documentary research. Collected data allowed a comparative analysis of the reduction of losses and increasing revenue (gross revenue). The results refer to two scenarios: (1) an aviary without autonomation; and (2) an autonomated aviary. The results point to an improvement in productivity by the autonomation of the broiler production process.
Exploring preferences beyond the (cereal) box: ready-to-eat breakfast cereal buying behaviors
Authors: Dominick S.R. , Bir Courtney , Widmar Nicole Olynk , Acharya Lalatendu , Wang H. Holly , Wilcox Michael
Published: September 2018

Ready-to-eat breakfast cereals vary widely in terms of nutrition and price. The diversity in cereal offerings makes it ideal for the study of preferences for individual nutrients and the potential impact that providing nutritional information may have on consumer purchasing behavior. Using a survey of 1,265 Midwestern residents, a random parameters logit model was employed to estimate the willingness to pay for nutritional elements of ready-to-eat breakfast cereal. Household demographic data, including household food security status, were collected. Agricultural and food businesses may seek to provide product information, including nutritional information, to their customers. In addition, national and local policies may seek to empower consumers’ decision making through education. Nutritional information may not have the intended impact of influencing healthier choices. Responses from those shown educational material on nutrition were tested and found not different from respondents not shown the information.
Leaf epicuticular waxes of eleven Euphorbia species (Euphorbiaceae) from the Central Balkans: Impact on chemotaxonomy
Authors: Krstic Gordana , Aljancic Ivana , Stankovic Jovana , Cvetkovic Mirjana , Marin Petar , Janackovic Pedja , Tesevic Vele
Published: September 2018

The presence of n-alkanes, free alcohols and free acids in leaf epicuticular wax extracts of 22 samples of 11 Euphorbia L. species belonging to the sections Paralias, Esula, Myrsiniteae and Helioscopia, 10 of which were never examined before, were analyzed by gas chromatography (GC) and gas chromatography/mass spectrometry (GC/MS), and n-alkane C27 was detected as the principal component of leaf epicuticular waxes in the majority of the examined species, while the most abundant free alcohol was C26. Three Euphorbia species belonging to section Helioscopia were characterized by a predominance of alcohol C28. Free acid (C16) was the major component in 21 investigated samples. The usefulness of n-alkanes and free alcohols and free acids as potential chemotaxonomic markers is briefly discussed.
An optimized method of HDFS for massive small files storage
Authors: Jing Weipeng , Tong Danyu , Chen GuangSheng , Zhao Chuanyu , Zhu LiangKuan
Published: September 2018

The development of the Internet-of-Things (IoT) and the Cyber-Physical System (CPS) has greatly facilitated many aspects of technological applications and development. This may lead to significant data growth, especially for small files. The analysis and processing of a large number of small files has become a crucial part of the development of IoT and CPS. Hadoop Distributed File Systems have become powerful platforms to store a larger amount of big data. However, this method has a number of issues when dealing with small files, such as substantial memory consumption and poor access. In this paper, a Dynamic Queue of Small Files (DQSF) algorithm is proposed to solve these problems. DQSF differentiates small files into different categories using an analytical hierarchal process that examines the performance of small files with different ranges across four indexes and determines the size of the dynamic queue according to the best system performance. Additionally, period classification is applied to preprocess the small files before storage, and the prefetching mechanism of the secondary index is used to process index tables. Experimental results show that this method could effectively reduce memory use and improve the storage efficiency of massive small files, which optimizes system performance.
Research on automatic identification technique of CT image in lung
Authors: Zhao Zhijie , Ren Cong , Sun Huadong , Fan Zhipeng , Gao Ze
Published: September 2018

Lung cancer has become the world's human cancer disease in the "first killer." In this paper, three aspects of lung CT images were treated. Firstly, based on the CT image preprocessing, the lung parenchyma was segmented by random walk algorithm and the ROI was extracted from the pulmonary parenchyma; Secondly, the 10-dimensional feature vectors of pulmonary nodule ROI were extracted by the gray level co-occurrence matrix algorithm; Finally, support vector machine as a classifier is to identify the pulmonary nodules and the accuracy rate is more than 94%. The experimental results show that the study of automatic CT image recognition can provide some data reference for doctors and play a supporting role in the course of treatment.
A lightweight batch anonymous authentication scheme for VANET based on pairing-free
Authors: Song Cheng , Zhang Mingyue , Jia Zongpu , Peng Weiping , Guo Hairu
Published: September 2018

Aimed at improving the security and efficiency of anonymous authentication in vehicular ad hoc network (VANET), a certificateless batch anonymous authentication scheme without bilinear pairings is put forward. By coordinating Trust Authority (TA) and vehicles to generate the public/private key pairs and pseudonyms, the system security is freed from dependency on tamperproof devices. Through comprehensive analyses, this scheme is proved not only to be able to realize such security properties as authentication, anonymity, traceability, unforgeability, forward or backward security, etc., but also able to resist Type I and Type II attacks in the random oracle model. Moreover, this scheme effectively reduces system storage load by means of certificateless authentication, and the authentication efficiency can also be increased by realizing batch authentication based on pairing-free calculation. Accordingly, the scheme is proved to be significant in theory and valuable in application in the Internet of Things or embedded environment with limited resources.
Wireless sensor network coverage optimization based on whale group algorithm
Authors: Wang Lei , Wu Weihua , Qi Junyan , Jia Zongpu
Published: September 2018

For all of types of applications in wireless sensor networks (WSNs), coverage is a fundamental and hot topic research issue. To monitor the interest field and obtain the valid data, the paper proposes a wireless sensor network coverage optimization model based on improved whale algorithm. The mathematic model of node coverage in wireless sensor networks is developed to achieve full coverage for the interest area. For the model, the idea of reverse learning is introduced into the original whale swarm optimization algorithm to optimize the initial distribution of the population. This method enhances the node search capability and speeds up the global search. The experiment shows that this algorithm can effectively improve the coverage of nodes in wireless sensor networks and optimize the network performance.
On the use of self-* Island-based evolutionary computation methods on complex environments
Authors: Nogueras Rafael , Cotta Carlos
Published: September 2018

We consider the use of island-based evolutionary algorithms (EAs) on fault-prone computational settings. More precisely, we consider scenarios plagued with correlated node failures. To this end, we use the sandpile model in order to induce such complex, correlated failures in the system. Several EA variants featuring self-adaptive capabilities aimed to alleviate the impact of node failures are considered, and their performance is studied in both correlated and non-correlated scenarios for increasingly large volatility rates. Simple island-based EAs are shown to have a significant performance degradation in the correlated scenario with respect to its uncorrelated counterpart. Resilience is however much improved via the use of self-? properties (self-scaling and self-healing), which leads to a more gentle degradation profile. The inclusion of self-generation also contributes to boost performance, leading to negligible degradation in the scenarios considered.
Using screencasts to enhance coding skills: The case of logic programming?
Authors: Kefalas Petros , Stamatopoulou Ioanna
Published: September 2018

Learning technologies are gradually becoming an integral part of teaching in both face-to-face and online learning. Among them, screencasts (i.e. desktop video recordings of presentations normally accompanied by the presenter?s video and narration), constitute a pedagogical tool used to create visual material to be distributed to students. Learners can then watch the videos in their own convenience and pace. The plethora of tools available makes it easier for the teachers to produce high-quality, low-cost screencasts for a number of courses. In the current paper we investigate how students perceive the impact of screencasts on their understanding and motivation in learning Logic Programming. We take the opportunity to present some tips and techniques that can be applied in any screencast production. We discuss in detail how screencasts can be used in programming courses, irrespectively of whether the latter use Imperative, Object-Oriented, or Declarative languages, and we present a number of examples to demonstrate how screencasts can facilitate learning. Furthermore, we focus particularly on Logic Programming, which lends itself to technology enhanced learning, since it requires a non-linear, out-of-the-box way of thinking towards developing programs. Finally, we evaluate our approach by presenting the opinion of students.
Studies on the chemical compositions of Hyptis suaveolens (L.) Poit
Authors: Tang Gengqiu , Liu Xile , Gong Xue , Lin Xiaojing , Lai Xiudi , Wang Dong , Ji Shengguo
Published: September 2018

This study aimed at identifying the chemical compounds isolated from the aerial parts and roots of Hyptis suaveolens (L.) Poit. The compounds were isolated and purified by a combination of various chromatographic techniques including silica gel column chromatography, silica gel reverse phase column chromatography, Sephadex LH-20 gel column chromatography, semi-preparative HPLC and recrystallization. The chemical structures were analyzed and elucidated based on physiochemical properties and spectroscopic analysis. From the aerial parts of H. suaveolens, eight compounds were isolated and identified as quercetin 3-O-?-D-glucopyranoside (1), apigenin (2), sorbifolin (3), quercetin (4), kaempferol (5), genkwanin (6), rosmarinic acid (7) and methyl rosmarinate (8). Two compounds were isolated from the roots of H. suaveolens and identified as podophyllotoxin (9) and picropodophyllotoxin (10). Compounds 2?6 were isolated from H. suaveolens for the first time while compound 10 was isolated from the genus of Hyptis for the first time. The results of this study provided a scientific basis for the development of the medicinal value of H. suaveolens and have important theoretical significance for the chemical utilization of H. suaveolens resources.
Numerical model for non-Darcy flow through coarse porous media using the moving particle simulation method
Authors: Izumi Tomoki , Mizuta Junya
Published: September 2018

A numerical model for non-Darcy flow, which occurs when water moves through coarse porous media under high Reynolds number, is developed. The governing equation for incompressible viscous flow through porous media is composed of a continuity equation and a momentum equation, which is the Navier-Stokes equation with an additional non-linear resistance term based on Forchheimer?s law. For the discretization scheme, moving particle simulation method is employed. In order to assess the model validity, seepage experiments in different kinds of coarse porous media are implemented, and then reproducibility of the numerical results is examined. From the results, it is found that the computational flow velocities at middle part of porous media are in good agreement with experimental ones while velocities at outflow end are overestimated.
Operational optimisation of a heat pump system with sensible thermal energy storage using genetic algorithm
Authors: Schellenberg Christoph , Lohan John , Dimache Laurentiu
Published: September 2018

Heating and cooling account for 50% of global energy consumption and 40% of energy related CO2 emissions. Progress towards renewable heating has been slow, and Ireland is expected to miss European Union 2020 emission reduction and renewable energy targets. While increased wind penetration since 2005 has reduced the carbon intensity of Ireland?s electricity by 29%, carbon intensity per used floor area is more than twice the European average, amplifying air pollution, climate change, and energy security issues. The heating and electricity sectors can benefit from the successful transition to cleaner, lower carbon electricity by electrifying heating. Electricity-driven heat pumps deliver 3-4 units of heat per unit of electricity consumed, there by offering a 76% emission reduction compared with fossil-fuelled heating. This research offers an opportunity to minimise both running cost and emissions, assisting the end user and the environment. This is achieved using the smart grid to charge a thermal store during favourable low-cost times and discharge as required later. Smart, information and communication technology-integrated, adaptive control with artificial intelligence optimises the heat pump schedule based on information from forecasting services and/or predictions of heat demand, heat pump source quality, stored heat and day-ahead electricity prices. Another opportunity is the potential to assist the electricity grid by reducing peak electricity demand as smart control favours low electricity prices and low CO2 intensity that coincide with the availability of cheap (wind) electricity. Demand is shifted from expensive peak demand periods, enabling the electrification of heating in a smart energy system.
Energy optimisation of vertical shaft kiln operation in the process of dolomite calcination
Authors: Filkoski Risto , Petrovski Ilija , Gjurchinovski Zlatko
Published: September 2018

The essential part of the refractory materials production on a basis of sintered dolomite as raw material is the process of dolomite calcination. The technology process usually takes place in shaft or rotary kilns, where the dolomite stone, CaMg(CO3)2, is subjected to a high temperature heat treatment. The calcination of the dolomite is highly endothermic reaction, requiring significant amount of thermal energy to produce sintered dolomite (CaO, MgO), generating a large flow of hot gases at the furnace outlet. The objective of this work was to assess the possibilities of utilization of waste heat of exhaust gases from a shaft kiln in order to improve the overall energy efficiency of the technology process. Several different options were analyzed: (a) preheating of a raw material, (b) preheating of heavy fuel oil, (c) preheating of combustion air, (d) preheating of combustion air and raw material with flue gas, and (e) preheating of air for combustion and for drying of a raw material. Option (e) was selected as the most attractive and therefore it was analyzed in more details, showing significant annual energy savings and relatively short simple payback period on the investment.
Audit Office Experience with SOX 404(b) Filers and SOX 404 Audit Quality
Authors: Anantharaman Divya , Wans Nader
Published: September 2018

We measure two dimensions of SOX 404 audit quality: (1) whether auditors identify and report material weaknesses (MWs) in a timely fashion, and (2) on identifying MWs, whether auditors identify misstatements arising from MWs in a timely fashion. We find that audit practice-offices with a large base of SOX 404(b) clients and those with a long history of conducting control evaluations for that client are more likely (1) to identify and report MWs in a timely manner (i.e., before resulting restatements come to light), and conditional on identifying MWs, (2) to detect MW-related misstatements in a timely manner (i.e., before the misstatements become restatements). Audit office industry expertise also matters, but only to timely MW reporting. Our results inform on the drivers of variation in SOX 404 audit quality, and highlight the key role that auditors play in identifying internal control weaknesses and assessing their impact on financial statement reliability.
case study in distributed team science in research using electronic health records
Authors: Song Jiao , Elliot Elizabeth , Morris Andrew D , Kerssens Joannes J , Akbari Ashley , Ellwood-Thompson Simon , Lyons Ronan A
Published: September 2018

IntroductionDue to various regulatory barriers, it is increasingly difficult to move pseudonymised routine health data across platforms and among jurisdictions. To tackle this challenge, we summarized five approaches considered to support a scientific research project focused on the risk of the new non-vitamin K Target Specific Oral Anticoagulants (TSOACs) and collaborated between the Farr institute in Wales and Scotland.

ApproachIn Wales, routinely collected health records held in the Secure Anonymous Information Linkage (SAIL) Databank were used to identify the study cohort. In Scotland, data was extracted from national dataset resources administered by the eData Research & Innovation Service (eDRIS) and stored in the Scottish National Data Safe Haven. We adopted a federated data and multiple analysts approach, but arranged simultaneous accesses for Welsh and Scottish analysts to generate study cohorts separately by implementing the same algorithm. Our study cohort across two countries was boosted to 6,829 patients towards risk analysis. Source datasets and data types applied to generate cohorts were reviewed and compared by analysts based on both sites to ensure the consistency and harmonised output. 

DiscussionThis project used a fusion of two approaches among five considered. The approach we adopted is a simple, yet efficient and cost-effective method to ensure consistency in analysis and coherence with multiple governance systems. It has limitations and potentials of extending and scaling. It can also be considered as an initialisation of a developing infrastructure to support a distributed team science approach to research using Electronic Health Records (EHRs) across the UK and more widely.

KeywordsTeam science, cross-jurisdictional data linkage, electronic health records
Multi-province epidemiological research using linked administrative data: a case study from Canada.
Authors: Butler Amanda Leanne , Smith Mark , Jones Wayne , Adair Carol E , Vigod Simone , Kurdyak Paul , Lesage Alain
Published: September 2018

BackgroundCanada has a publicly-funded universal healthcare system with information systems managed by 13 different provinces and territories. This context creates inconsistencies in data collection and challenges for research or surveillance conducted at the national or multi-jurisdictional level.

ObjectiveUsing a recent Canadian research project as a case study, we document the strengths and challenges of using administrative health data in a multi-jurisdictional context. We discuss the implications of using different health information systems and the solutions we adopted to deal with variations. Our goal is to contribute to better understanding of these challenges and the development of a more integrated and harmonized approach to conducting multi-jurisdictional research using administrative data.

Context and ModelUsing data from five separate provincial healthcare data systems, we sought to create and report on a set of provincially-comparable mental health and addiction services performance indicators. In this paper, we document the research process, challenges, and solutions. Finally, we conclude by making recommendations for investment in national infrastructure that could help cut costs, broaden scope, and increase use of administrative health data that exists in Canada.

ConclusionCanada has an incredible wealth of administrative data that resides in 13 territorial and provincial government systems. Navigating access and improving comparability across these systems has been an ongoing challenge for the past 20 years, but progress is being made. We believe that with some investment, a more harmonized and integrated information network could be developed that supports a broad range of surveillance and research activities with strong policy and program implications.
Efektivitas Teknik Modeling Dalam Meningkatkan Rasa Percaya Diri Santri di Pondok Pesantren Assalafi Al-Fithrah Surabaya
Authors: Romdhoni Muhammad Wildan , Faizah Nurul
Published: September 2018

This research is motivated by the inequality of character development of students, particularly confidence when speaking in public. This study aims to answer the problem formulation which is reflected in the research hypothesis that modelling techniques effective in increasing the confidence of students in Pondok Pesantren Assalafi Al-Fithrah Surabaya (Ha). The approach used is a quantitative approach with the research methods true experimental design, pretest-posttest control group design. Samples were taken by purposive from the population are students of class Isti'dad Ulya  A and B. The results of data analysis showed that the modeling techniques effective in improving students confidence when speaking in public in Pondok Pesantren Assalafi Al-Fithrah Surabaya.

Keywords: Modeling Techniques, Self Confidence
Implementação de um modelo de gestão de serviços de saúde ocupacional em uma indústria metalúrgica do Vale do Paraíba–SP
Authors: Guirado Gunther Monteiro de Paula , Ferraz Renato Ribeiro Nogueira
Published: September 2018

Este relato de experiência visa descrever a implantação de um modelo de gestão operacional no Serviço de saúde ocupacional de uma empresa metalúrgica localizada no Vale do Paraíba – SP, no período entre outubro de 2014 e junho de 2016. Para tal, foi realizada análise documental do Serviço e das demais áreas correlatas, envolvendo desdobramentos dos processos internos que norteavam a gestão em saúde na empresa. Após a análise, foram introduzidas na empresa diversas ferramentas de gestão, como o Plano Estratégico Situacional, a Cultura Organizacional, as Abordagens Clássica e Contemporânea da Administração, dentre outros. Com as mudanças, foi possível organizar a operacionalização do serviço de saúde da empresa, certificando-se que as questões socioculturais locais, além dos aspectos emocionais dos envolvidos na equipe de saúde ocupacional, fossem respeitados.
Auditoria nos registros em centro cirúrgico
Authors: Silveira Andresa Thomé , Silveira Thiago Thomé , Treviso Patrícia
Published: September 2018

O presente estudo discute aspectos da auditoria em débitos do centro cirúrgico, tendo como principal objetivo identificar as principais fragilidades e desafios relacionados à auditoria de enfermagem em centro cirúrgico. Trata-se de uma pesquisa bibliográfica que utiliza, como corpo de análise, artigos redigidos em português, inglês e espanhol. Publicados em periódicos indexados nas bases de dados LILACS, BDENF, IBECS, SciELO MEDLINE e PubMed, que se enquadraram nos critérios de inclusão. Para a seleção das publicações foram utilizadas as técnicas de leitura exploratória, seletiva, analítica e interpretativa.  Foram analisados 05 artigos, cuja leitura interpretativa resultou na organização dos dados em 03 categorias: (1) Falha nos Registros; (2) Educação Continuada e (3) Recursos Humanos de Enfermagem. Percebe-se que o problema de falhas nos registros foi citado em todos os artigos selecionados. A educação continuada, vem ao encontro favorecendo a qualidade dos registos e mantendo a equipe atualizada para o atendimento adequado.   A questão de recursos humanos de enfermagem foi citada somente em um dos artigos, onde relatam que os eventos adversos podem estar relacionados com a falta de tempo e todas as atividades que os profissionais necessitam desempenhar. Conclui-se com este estudo que é importante estimular o aprofundamento de pesquisas sobre esta temática, com o intuito de aprimorar os registros para se alcançar melhores resultados assistenciais e, também, financeiros para as instituições envolvidas neste processo, garantindo sempre a qualidade do atendimento prestado.
Isolasi Metabolit Sekunder dari Ekstrak Etil Asetat Kulit Batang Meranti Rambai (Shorea acuminata Dyer)
Authors: Mora Enda , Muharini Septi , Emrizal Emrizal , Utami Rahayu , Andriani Mella Silfia
Published: September 2018

Telah dilakukan isolasi dan pengujian sitotoksik ekstrak etil asetat kulit batang merantirambai (Shorea acuminata Dyer). Ekstraksi dilakukan dengan maserasi bertingkat dan uji sitotoksikdengan metode Brine Shrimp Lethality Test (BSLT). Isolasi dilakukan dengan kromatografi kolommemakai sistem gradient dan diperoleh senyawa D1, berupa amorf berwarna putih sebanyak18 mg dengan titik leleh 280-282oC. Berdasarkan hasil reaksi dengan reagen Liebermann-Buchard(yaitu warna orange kecoklatan) dan hasil karakterisasi dengan spektroskopi UV, IR, 1H-RMI, dan 13CRMI,maka dapat disimpulkan bahwa senyawa D1 termasuk golongan terpenoid. Dari hasil pengujiansitotoksik ekstrak etil asetat didapatkan nilai LC50 sebesar 3,68 ppm dan dapat dinyatakan bahwaekstrak etil asetat kulit batang meranti rambai memiliki sifat sangat toksik terhadap kematian Artemiasalina Leach.