bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Migrant Women Victims of Intimate Partner Violence and the Criminal Justice System in Portugal
Authors: Ferreira Joana
Published: January 2019

Research on intimate partner violence among migrants and their experiences with the criminal justice system in Portugal is not extensive. This article presents the findings of a qualitative study conducted among seven migrant women who had been victims of intimate partner violence (IPV) in Portugal and eleven professionals from different services working with these violent situations. The data were collected through semistructured interviews with these participants, in five districts across the country. Its main aim was to explore migrant women victims of IPV experiences and perceptions of the criminal justice system in Portugal, drawing from an intersectionality approach, as well as the views of professionals intervening and providing support to this population. Research findings show that women’s perceptions and expectations are affected by previous experiences in their home countries. A comparative exercise was constantly conducted between both contexts, affecting their decision to approach the criminal justice system and shaping their perceptions of the effectiveness of its intervention. The role of children in the decision to leave the relationship was central, particularly when in interaction with the unawareness of Portuguese law. This research holds potential for a significant impact on policy making and good practice with female migrant victims of IPV. For instance, it can successfully guide policy making in the field, by addressing the gaps in knowledge regarding IPV victims and their intersecting vulnerabilities, to ensure the criminal justice system and the community are prepared to consciously respond to this phenomenon and its impact.
The Hiring Prospects of Foreign-Educated Immigrants: A Factorial Survey among German Employers
Authors: Damelang Andreas , Abraham Martin , Ebensperger Sabine , Stumpf Felix
Published: January 2019

This article analyses the conditions under which employers grant immigrants access to jobs corresponding to their foreign education. It is often observed that employers prefer native-educated employees and devalue foreign education. We argue that part of this devaluation is due to institutional differences in education systems. Nevertheless, hiring foreign-educated immigrants is becoming a viable strategy for employers given the substantial shortage of skilled labour and the significant influx of skilled immigrants. Using a factorial survey, we simulate a hiring process and present a series of hypothetical foreign applicants to employers in Germany. Our findings show that the transferability of foreign qualifications strongly depends on the institutional characteristics of foreign education systems. However, employers are willing to accept differences in education because they consider institutional differences a trade-off against other dimensions, such as relevant foreign work experience.
Evolution of specimen strain rate in split Hopkinson bar test
Authors: Shin Hyunho , Kim Jong-Bong
Published: January 2019

The specimen strain rate in the split Hopkinson bar (SHB) test has been formulated based on a one-dimensional assumption. The strain rate is found to be controlled by the stress and strain of the deforming specimen, geometry (the length and diameter) of specimen, impedance of bar, and impact velocity. The specimen strain rate evolves as a result of the competition between the rate-increasing and rate-decreasing factors. Unless the two factors are balanced, the specimen strain rate generally varies (decreases or increases) with strain (specimen deformation), which is the physical origin of the varying nature of the specimen strain rate in the SHB test. According to the formulated strain rate equation, the curves of stress–strain and strain rate–strain are mutually correlated. Based on the correlation of these curves, the strain rate equation is verified through a numerical simulation and experiment. The formulated equation can be used as a tool for verifying the measured strain rate–strain curve simultaneously with the measured stress–strain curve. A practical method for predicting the specimen strain rate before carrying out the SHB test has also been presented. The method simultaneously solves the formulated strain rate equation and a reasonably estimated constitutive equation of specimen to generate the anticipated curves of strain rate–strain and stress–strain in the SHB test. An Excel® program to solve the two equations is provided. The strain rate equation also indicates that the increase in specimen stress during deformation (e.g., work hardening) plays a role in decreasing the slope of the strain rate–strain curve in the plastic regime. However, according to the strain rate equation, the slope of the strain rate–strain curve in the plastic deformation regime can be tailored by controlling the specimen diameter. Two practical methods for determining the specimen diameter to achieve a nearly constant strain rate are presented.
Recasting inequality: residential segregation by caste over time in urban India
Authors: Singh Gayatri , Vithayathil Trina , Pradhan Kanhu Charan
Published: January 2019

This paper analyses residential segregation over time in Indian cities. We examine the change in caste-based segregation longitudinally, while exploring how caste dynamics manifest differently across city size and region. The paper uses successive rounds of decennial census data, from 2001 and 2011. Contrary to expectations, we find residential segregation by caste/tribe persisting or worsening in 60 per cent of cities in our all-India sample, with differences by region and city size. For example, in the states of Karnataka, Haryana, Punjab and Tamil Nadu, a majority of cities experienced decreasing levels of residential segregation by caste/tribe, while in Maharashtra and Gujarat, 34 and 29 per cent of cities, respectively, experienced an increase. A greater proportion of small cities (population 20,000–49,999) than large cities (100,000–999,999) experienced an increase in residential segregation between 2001 and 2011. Across all city-size categories, the dominant trend has been no improvement in residential segregation by caste/tribe over time.
Dynamic Commodity Portfolio Management: A Regime-switching VAR Model
Authors: Singhal Shelly , Biswal Pratap Chandra
Published: January 2019

This article examines the impact of dynamic economic states on commodity portfolio performance by using Markov regime-switching vector autoregression (MRS-VAR) framework. Temporal behaviour of different assets in portfolio has been studied using weekly dataset. Empirical evidence finds prevalence of regime-switching phenomenon in all assets suggesting their state-dependent behaviour. Results of the study confirm that a pair of asset classes exhibits different levels of correlations under different economic scenarios. Optimal asset allocation under each regime has been investigated and the results provide evidence of differential optimal commodity portfolio composition in distinct economic states. The results of the study provide interesting insights for investors and portfolio managers. By examining the switching points in different asset classes, they can rebalance their portfolio which will help them in better risk management and enhancing risk–return performance.
Co-Constructing Knowledge in Uganda: Host Community Conceptions of Relationships in International Service-Learning
Authors: Grain Kari , Katumba Tonny , Kirumira Dennis , Nakasiita Rosemary , Nakayenga Saudah , Nankya Eseza , Nteza Vicent , Ssegawa Micheal
Published: January 2019

Background: The social justice goals of service-learning programs are often contingent upon strong relationships with host community members. Given this common narrative, it is necessary to extend our understanding of relationships in international service-learning (ISL), particularly as they are conceptualized by host community members. Purpose: This study engaged seven Ugandan coresearchers in a participatory project to examine the community impacts of a long-term ISL program facilitated by the University of British Columbia (UBC) and based in Kitengesa, Uganda. Methodology/Approach: Thematic analysis of photovoice data from photos, interviews, and focus groups reveals key impacts that are premised on friendships, educational relationships, and relationships for social change. Findings/Conclusions: The article illustrates a host community conceptualization of ISL that positions relationships not as a precursor to ISL done well, but as the success in itself. Extending from this study is a critical discussion of the nuanced, social justice–oriented tensions that arise in the participatory research and co-analysis process. Implications: Institutions often assess the impact of ISL and other experiential education programs in terms of student learning, but findings suggest that social justice goals may be better achieved through an emphasis on relationships and knowledge as conceptualized by host community members.
Spatially Detailed 3D Quantification of Improved Facial Symmetry After Surgery in Children With Unicoronal Synostosis
Authors: Öwall Louise , Darvann Tron A. , Hove Hanne B. , Bøgeskov Lars , Kreiborg Sven , Hermann Nuno V.
Published: January 2019

Objective:

To assess improvement of soft-tissue facial symmetry in children surgically treated for unicoronal synostosis (UCS) in infancy, to correlate pre- and postsurgical facial asymmetry and to evaluate whether the improvement was visually recognizable.

Design:

Case–controlled follow-up.

Patients/Settings:

Eleven Danish children diagnosed with UCS were included, 3 of whom had tested positive for Muenke mutation. Preoperative computed tomography scans and postoperative 3dMD surfaces were available for measurements. A control group of healthy children matched for age and sex was employed.

Main Outcome Measures:

Pre- and postsurgical facial asymmetry was analyzed using a computerized method capable of objective and spatially detailed quantification in 3-dimension (transverse, vertical, and sagittal directions). Asymmetry was evaluated in the facial region and 6 subregions (forehead, mouth, eyes, nose, cheek, and chin).

Results:

The largest significant improvement was seen in the sagittal direction of the facial (1.9 mm), forehead (2.0 mm), and cheek (3.4 mm) regions. Small but significant improvements were also seen in the mouth, chin, and eye regions. No significant improvement was seen in the nose region. Significant correlations were found between the pre- and postsurgically calculated facial asymmetry and between calculated asymmetry and clinical validation scores.

Conclusions:

All patients presented with improved facial symmetry after surgery and the improvements were visually recognizable. However, only 1 (9.1%) of the 11 patients reached a level of facial asymmetry as low as that seen in the control group. The best outcome was, in general, seen in cases with mild facial asymmetry presurgically.
Are Interest Assessments Propagating Gender Differences in Occupations?
Authors: Ludwikowski Wyndolyn M. A. , Schechinger Heath A. , Armstrong Patrick Ian
Published: January 2019

The current study focused on the effect of assessment methods on estimates of gender differences in interests across Holland’s themes. College students (121 women, 76 men) rated their interests in Holland-based activities and occupations using Likert-type scales, and they also completed a card sorting assessment of Holland interests using occupation-based items. Gender differences were consistently observed for realistic and social interests with the magnitude of the observed gender differences varying by measure type. A Gender × Measure interaction accounted for 33% of the variance observed in interest scores: Occupation-based scales produced larger differences than activity-based scales, and the card sorting assessment produced larger gender differences than the Likert-type rating scales. Therefore, the choice of interest measure used in career counseling may influence the extent to which gender affects the career decision-making process, which may be particularly important when exploring nontraditional career choices for women and men.
Medicaid Accountable Care Organizations and Childbirth Outcomes
Authors: Henke Rachel Mosher , Karaca Zeynal , Gibson Teresa B. , Cutler Eli , White Chapin , Head Michael , Wong Herb S.
Published: January 2019

Some states have adopted Accountable Care Organization (ACO) models to transform their Medicaid programs, but little is known about their impact on health care outcomes and costs. Medicaid ACOs are uniquely positioned to improve childbirth outcomes because of the number of births covered by Medicaid. Using Healthcare Cost and Utilization Project hospital data, we examined the relationship between ACO adoption and (a) neonatal and maternal outcomes, and (b) cost per birth. We compared outcomes in states that have adopted ACO models in their Medicaid programs with adjacent states without ACO models. Implementation of Medicaid ACOs was associated with a moderate reduction in hospital costs per birth and decreased cesarean section rates. Results varied by state. We found no association between Medicaid ACOs and several birth outcomes, including infant inpatient mortality, low birthweight, neonatal intensive care unit utilization, and severe maternal morbidity. Improving these outcomes may require more time or targeted interventions.
Comparison of quality of life of patients on treatment with cisplatin and gemcitabine, carboplatin and gemcitabine, carboplatin and paclitaxel, carboplatin and pemetrexed for non-small cell lung cancer
Authors: Saranya K , Sreejith K , Ajaykumar
Published: January 2019

Non-small cell lung cancer is a fatal disease associated with high morbidity. It is important to evaluate the effects of treatment on patient's quality of life. Quality of life can be assessed by using EORTC QLQ - C30 and EORTC QLQ - LC 13. Eighty-six patients were enrolled in the study. The patients were divided into four arms as follows: Patients in arm 1 received cisplatin 80 mg/m 2 and gemcitabine 1.25 g/m 2 as infusion separately in isotonic normal saline. Arm 2 received carboplatin 300 mg/m 2 and gemcitabine 1.2 mg/m 2 as infusion separately in 5% dextrose injection. Arm 3 received paclitaxel 100 mg/m 2 as infusion in isotonic normal saline and carboplatin 300 mg/m 2 as infusion in 5% dextrose injection. Arm 4 received pemetrexed 500 mg/m 2 as infusion in isotonic normal saline and carboplatin 300 mg/m 2 as infusion in 5% dextrose injection. The quality of life of the enrolled patients is based on EORTC QLQ - C30 and EORTC QLQ - LC 13 questionnaire. Prevalence of non-small cell lung cancer is more in males, 60–70 years of age. Most of the subjects were from rural areas and had only school-level education. The prevalence of non-small cell lung cancer was more with smokers, ex-smokers and patients with multiple social habits. Comorbidities also increase the risk of non-small cell lung cancer. By analyzing EORTC QLQ - C30 and EORTC QLQ - LC 13 questionnaires, it was found that diarrhea was found to be significant between the groups. Global health status and quality of life are distributed equally among each group. Quality of life and global health status are distributed equally among each sub groups.
Geosemiotics←→Social Geography: Preschool Places and School(ed) Spaces
Authors: Whittingham Colleen E.
Published: January 2019

The purpose of the present article is to attend to the theoretical and methodological implications of expanding a view of geosemiotic to include a social geography lens. A Geosemiotics←→social geography approach creates possibilities to more fully attend to the dynamic and dialogic relationship of material, spatial, and social resources as mediators of literacy interactions. The article begins with a brief history of geosemiotics, advocating for the integration of social geography when attending to place semiotics specifically. This argument is situated within the existing landscape of spatialized literacy research, and illustrates one methodological approach found to be useful when applying an analysis informed by both theoretical perspectives. An analysis of early literacy interactions of one preschool classroom serves as an example to highlight the utility of this approach when investigating the social production of school[ed] spaces. Implications for literacy theory, methods, and instruction are discussed.
Vaccine Information Sources and Parental Trust in Their Child’s Health Care Provider
Authors: Eller Nikki M. , Henrikson Nora B. , Opel Douglas J.
Published: January 2019

Background. Parental trust in their child’s health care provider and the number and type of vaccine information sources are important dimensions of vaccine hesitancy and may suggest intervention components for future research. Method. We conducted secondary analysis of survey data from mothers of healthy newborns in Washington State, and examined the association between parental trust in their child’s health care provider and vaccine information sources. Results. We found that mothers with less trust in their child’s health care provider used more sources, more informal sources, and were less likely to consider their child’s pediatrician their main source of vaccine information compared with more trusting mothers. However, less trusting mothers did not report more effort to read or watch stories about vaccines than more trusting mothers, nor were they more likely to report the internet as their main vaccine information source. Conclusions. Future interventions seeking to reduce parental vaccine hesitancy should consider intervention components focused on building or improving parent trust in their child’s health care provider.
The nursing of skin metastasis on the puncture site of peripherally inserted central catheter in a patient with lung cancer
Authors: Xie Ling L , Pu Dan , Xiang Fen Q , Li Ying J
Published: January 2019

Objective:

To report a case of lung cancer metastasizing to skin from peripherally inserted central catheter puncture and to analyze the causes and treatment of this event.

Methods:

In August 2016, one patient with lung cancer developed a nodule on the puncture site of peripherally inserted central catheter. The nodule was 1 cm × 1 cm in size and soft in texture, whose color was similar to that of the skin; the surface was smooth and integral without tenderness, bleeding, or exudates. After removing the catheter, the nodule ruptured and was liable to bleeding on touching and grew up gradually ever since. Cytological examination of the nodule revealed tumor cells infiltration, after which nodule resection was performed.

Result:

The patient’s wound healed up well, and no other masses were found on the skin surface around the whole body. The pathological examination of the surgical specimen suggested metastatic pulmonary adenocarcinoma.

Conclusion:

The case of lung cancer metastasizing to skin from peripherally inserted central catheter puncture is rare and may be attributed to the aggressiveness of tumor, the age of the patient, and the duration and location of peripherally inserted central catheter. Active treatment of distant metastasis could improve the life quality and prolong the survival of the patients.
Effect predictions of web active control on dynamic behaviors of face gear drives
Authors: Li Zhengminqing , Wang Hao , Zhu Rupeng
Published: January 2019

Face gear dynamics is addressed by many scholars, and vibration suppression of face gear drives is always one of study focuses of face gear dynamics. However, vibration active control solutions of face gear drives are still yet to be constructed. Thus, in the study, a web active control solution of face gear drives, in which face gear web structures are employed to achieve static transmission error active control, is proposed, and a web circumference deformation calculation solution is constructed, as well as a four-degrees of freedom dynamic model of face gear drives is established, and two version control methods of static transmission error are presented. Furthermore, an example case of face gear drives associated with the proposed web active control solution is simulated. The results indicate that effects of the proposed web active control solution on dynamic behaviors of face gear drives are significant, and the fidelity of the proposed web active control solution could be accepted. These contributions would benefit to improve face gear vibrations and engineering applications of face gear drives.
Thinking within, across and beyond lifestyle paradigms: Later-life mobility histories and practices ‘in’ Ubud, Bali
Authors: Green Paul
Published: January 2019

This article examines the mobility histories and practices of later-life foreigners living or based in Ubud, Bali. Through an exploration of mobility practices, past and present, I question the analytical relevance of emerging lifestyle paradigms that paradoxically seek to contain experiences of mobility in metaphysical imaginings of flux and dynamism. Based on long-term ethnographic research in Ubud, Bali, I consider the extent to which people continually move across academic paradigms to make sense of their life projects. This mobility of thinking, about selfhood, mobility, place and kin relationships, draws analytical attention to the notion of life course. From this conceptual and methodological sticking point I illustrate how later-life foreigners embrace metaphysical imaginaries of mobility and dwelling on their own evolving, innovative and relational terms. Such imaginaries ultimately unsettle the ‘contained fluidity’ of lifestyle paradigms, as place becomes variously imbued with sedentarist and nomadic qualities of residence, fly paper and water.
Studying the effect of reinforcement parameters on the mechanical properties of natural fibre-woven composites by Taguchi method
Authors: Kumar Senthil , Balachander S
Published: January 2019

Process optimization is the key task of any engineering application to maximize the desirable output by optimizing the range of process parameters. In this research work, jute composites were fabricated by the hand lay-up method with the aim of optimizing the process parameter such as yarn linear density, fabric areal density and fabric laying angle on the mechanical properties of the textile composite structures using the Taguchi L9 orthogonal matrix. The plain-woven and twill-woven fabrics of Jute fabrics were produced through specialized handloom machine and used as preform for composite production. Epoxy resin was used as the matrix component. Signal-to-noise ratio ratio, analysis of variance and experimental verification of results were analysed. The results showed that fabric laying angle played major role to achieve high mechanical properties of composites and twill-woven structural reinforcement yields higher mechanical properties. Subsequent to this optimal process, parameters have been arrived for all the composites, and finally it was verified through the experimental results.
Glycoconjugates of Gram-negative bacteria and parasitic protozoa – are they similar in orchestrating the innate immune response?
Authors: Karaś Magdalena A , Turska-Szewczuk Anna , Janczarek Monika , Szuster-Ciesielska Agnieszka
Published: January 2019

Innate immunity is an evolutionarily ancient form of host defense that serves to limit infection. The invading microorganisms are detected by the innate immune system through germline-encoded PRRs. Different classes of PRRs, including TLRs and cytoplasmic receptors, recognize distinct microbial components known collectively as PAMPs. Ligation of PAMPs with receptors triggers intracellular signaling cascades, activating defense mechanisms. Despite the fact that Gram-negative bacteria and parasitic protozoa are phylogenetically distant organisms, they express glycoconjugates, namely bacterial LPS and protozoan GPI-anchored glycolipids, which share many structural and functional similarities. By activating/deactivating MAPK signaling and NF-κB, these ligands trigger general pro-/anti-inflammatory responses depending on the related patterns. They also use conservative strategies to subvert cell-autonomous defense systems of specialized immune cells. Signals triggered by Gram-negative bacteria and parasitic protozoa can interfere with host homeostasis and, depending on the type of microorganism, lead to hypersensitivity or silencing of the immune response. Activation of professional immune cells, through a ligand which triggers the opposite effect (antagonist versus agonist) appears to be a promising solution to restoring the immune balance.
The relationship between rhinovirus infection and acute wheezing in young children with recurrent wheezing
Authors: Zhu Wen-Jing , Liu Chuan-He , Zhao Lin-Qing , Zhao Min , Sha Li , Chang Li , Hao Chun-Sheng , Qian Yuan , Chen Yu-Zhi
Published: January 2019

Asthma is a common chronic respiratory disease in childhood. The present study aims to assess the association between rhinovirus (RV) infection and acute wheezing in the occurrence of recurrent wheezing in 5-year old and younger children. A total of 109 children with recurrent wheezing and 70 children without wheezing (controls) were recruited from October 2013 to March 2015. Nasopharyngeal aspirate samples were obtained from all children. RV, human metapneumovirus (hMPV), and bocavirus (BoV) were tested by reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction.Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), parainfluenza virus (PIV), influenza virus (IV), and adenoviruses (ADV) were confirmed by detection of viral antigens via fluoroimmunoassay. Viral infection was more commonly detected in children with recurrent wheezing than in controls (odds ratio (OR): 6.10; 95% confidence interval (CI): 2.89–12.87). RV and RSV were found in both wheezing children and controls. However, RV was detected more in wheezing children than in controls (OR: 3.07; 95% CI: 1.37–6.90), followed by RSV (OR: 5.33; 95% CI: 1.53–18.62). Furthermore, RV more tended to infect wheezing children after infancy. Compared with children infected with other viruses, higher levels of eosinophil were found in wheezing children with RV infection ( P < 0.05). RV was the main pathogen that induced exacerbation in young children with recurrent wheezing. Furthermore, the rate of RV infection was higher in children above 1 year old. RV infection might be associated with high levels of eosinophil.
Maintenance of Viral Suppression after Optimization Therapy from Etravirine Plus Raltegravir to Rilpivirine Plus Dolutegravir in HIV-1-Infected Patients
Authors: Riccardi Niccolò , Del Puente Filippo , Taramasso Lucia , Di Biagio Antonio
Published: January 2019

Non-nucleoside reverse-transcriptase inhibitor plus integrase strand transfer inhibitor–based dual therapies are an attractive simplification, nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor-sparing strategy for experienced human immunodeficiency virus-infected patients. Thus, we performed a 24-week real-life observational study to assess efficacy and safety of switching from raltegravir plus etravirine to dolutegravir plus rilpivirine in 7 previously heavily treated patients. This simplification strategy reduced pill burden and preserved viral suppression in treatment-experienced patients with no major mutations to rilpivirine at historical genotyping.
Overcoming data scarcity in flood hazard assessment using remote sensing and artificial neural network
Authors: Kim Dong-Eon , Gourbesville Philippe , Liong Shie-Yui
Published: January 2019

Many urban cities in Southeast Asia are vulnerable to climate change. However, these cities are unable to take effective countermeasures to address vulnerabilities and adaptation due to insufficient data for flood analysis. Two important inputs required in flood analysis are high accuracy Digital Elevation Model (DEM), and long term rainfall record. This paper presents an innovative and cost-effective flood hazard assessment using remote sensing technology and Artificial Neural Network (ANN) to overcome such lack of data. Shuttle Radar Topography Mission (SRTM) and multispectral imagery of Sentinel-2 are used to derive a high-accuracy DEM using ANN. The improvement of SRTM’s DEM is significant with a 42.3% of reduction on Root Mean Square Error (RMSE) which allows the flood modelling to proceed with confidence. The Intensity Duration Frequency (IDF) curves that were constructed from precipitation outputs from a Regional Climate Model (RCM) Weather Research and Forecasting (WRF) were used in this study. Design storms, calculated from these IDF curves with different return periods were then applied to numerical flood simulations to identify flood prone areas. The approach is demonstrated in a flood hazard study in Kendal Regency, Indonesia. Flood map scenarios were generated using improved SRTM and design storms of 10-, 50- and 100-year re-turn periods were constructed using the MIKE 21 hydrodynamic model. This novel approach is innovative and cost-effective for flood hazard assessment using remote sensing and ANN to overcome lack of data. The results are useful for policy makers to understand the flood issues and to proceed flood mitigation adaptation/measures in addressing the impacts of climate change.
Influence of providing information to participants about development of trial outcomes on response rates and attitudes to questionnaire completion: Protocol for a study within a trial
Authors: Griffin Charlotte , Toomey Elaine , Queally Michelle , Hayes Catherine , Kearney Patricia M. , Matvienko-Sikar Karen
Published: January 2019

Background: Issues with questionnaire completion introduce bias and limit examinations in trials. Improving communication with participants about trial processes, such as outcome and questionnaire development, may improve questionnaire completion and response rates. Providing information about the involvement of stakeholders in the development of core outcome sets (COS) measured in trials may improve responding by tapping into subjective norms and behaviour change mechanisms. The aim of this Study Within a Trial (SWAT) is to examine if questionnaire response rates and participants’ attitudes towards questionnaire completion are impacted by providing information about COS use in a trial of a complex intervention.

Methods: This is a randomised, single-blinded, parallel group intervention SWAT, embedded within a feasibility trial of an infant feeding intervention to prevent childhood obesity. The SWAT intervention consisting of a brief written description and explanation about the development and use of a COS of infant feeding outcomes to prevent childhood obesity, used in the trial. Participants are parents or caregivers of infants aged two months at questionnaire completion. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive the SWAT intervention prior to questionnaire completion (I1 condition), or to receive the information following completion of all questionnaires (I2 condition). The SWAT will be assessed using closed-ended and an open-ended question to evaluate participants’ attitudes about questionnaire completion. Response rates will be measured as proportion of full questionnaire completion and individual item response rates.

Discussion: We hypothesise that providing information about development and use of a COS will increase questionnaire response rates and attitudes toward questionnaire completion relative to the control condition. Findings will indicate the potential usefulness of this strategy for improving participant attitudes and response rates in trials. 

Trial Registration: This SWAT is registered on the Northern Ireland Hub for Trials Methodology: Research SWAT Repository (SWAT57).
Book Review
Authors: Cope Iain
Published: January 2019

The BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Emergency and Critical Care, Third Edition provides an updated guide to this essential area of veterinary small animal practice, in a logical, sturctured order that is easy to read and follow. An essential manual for any veterinary practice to assist in planning for and dealing with the arriving emergency patient.
Common diseases of gerbils
Authors: Miles Sonya
Published: January 2019

Gerbils are members of the subfamily Gerbillinae, family Muridae, with the Mongolian gerbil (Meriones unguiculatus) being the most common pet species of gerbil available in the UK; they originate from desert regions. Gerbils come in various colourations and are highly social, nocturnal species, creating elaborate underground burrowing systems. While active, they are easily handled and can make good pets. Gerbils are medically more robust than some other rodent species commonly kept as pets; nevertheless there are a number of diseases that are seen in pet gerbils, and the veterinary surgeon should be aware of these. A number of antibiotics have been associated with development of intestinal dysbiosis and fatal enterotoxaemia in gerbils, and their use should be avoided.
Small Animal Review
Authors: Tennant Bryn
Published: January 2019

Introduction:

New and emerging viral diseases are a concern due to their zoonotic potential. The need for disease surveillance in the companion animal sector is reinforced by recent reports of novel orthopoxvirus presentations in dogs and cats, and fatal avian influenza virus infection in cats.
The effects of obesity on asthma control and management
Authors: Marsh Viv
Published: January 2019

Obesity is a well-known risk factor for many chronic conditions but its link to asthma is still poorly understood. As phenotyping continues to develop, Viv Marsh explains the link between obesity and asthma as well as useful support strategies to aid patients in weight loss

Although not fully understood, obesity is a known risk factor for the development of asthma, and also for poor asthma control and increased severity of asthma attacks; therefore, it is an important issue in asthma management. This article explores these issues and focuses on the impact of obesity on asthma control and management strategies for primary care health professionals.
Permeation Rate of Salt and Sugar into Cabbage Pickles and Sensory Changes During Storage
Authors: Kim Hee-Jin , Baik Moo-Yeol , Kim Byung-Yong
Published: January 2019

The rate of salt and sugar into pickled cabbages was determined, and physicochemical characteristics, such as sensory, texture, and pH, of vinegar pickled cabbages during storage were examined at different storage temperatures and vinegar concentrations. The rate of salt and sugar penetration was faster in smaller size and on leaves rather than the stem of cabbage. Also, higher salt and sugar concentration and higher storage temperatures led to increase in salt and sugar permeation rate. As a result of sensory test, lower storage temperature is the most suitable, and 6% vinegar concentration was the mostly appropriate. Hardness and cohesiveness were decreased significantly at the initial 1st week storage time, but storage temperature did not show any significant effect. Addition of vinegar contents enhanced the hardness, but decreased cohesiveness. The pH was lowered with increasing vinegar content, indicated most significant factor on pickled cabbage. In general, salt and sugar contents rather than storage temperature have greater influence on permeation rate, and especially, addition of vinegar affects the texture of pickled cabbage.
Molecular Docking and Molecular Dynamics Study of Alcoholic Compounds as Mycobactericidal Agents Using InhA, MabA and PanK as Receptors
Authors: Syahputra Gita , Arwansyah Arwansyah , Kusharyoto Wien
Published: January 2019

Tuberculosis (TB) infection is one of the primaryinfectious diseases in many developing countries; even there are minor cases in some developed countries. TB infection spread through the air and ismore probable when using improper disinfectant on medical and laboratory equipment which related to TB research. The appropriate disinfectants which are commonly usedin laboratory equipment can reduce the risk of transmission of TB disease. Alcoholic compoundsare one of the common disinfectants with a broad spectrum activity towardsmicrobes,viruses, and fungus. We employed molecular docking and molecular dynamics simulation to support virtual screening and ligand-receptor complex binding observation in searching for an appropriate mycobactericidal agent.Based on the analysis of molecular docking and molecular dynamics, pentadecanol has potency as a mycobactericidal agent with PanK as itsspecific receptor. The Gibbs free energy (∆G) for the interaction of pentadecanol with PanKhas been found to be -5.5 kcal/mol. Molecular dynamics analysis at 300K and 1 atm for 5 ns showed a little change in the confirmation of the binding site, whilepentadecanolwas still being bound by its binding siteon PanK.
„Csak én írok, versemnek hőse: semmi”
Authors: Mészáros Márton
Published: January 2019

Kovács András Ferenc – vagy ahogyan a szakirodalomban is emlegetik: KAF – az egyik legtöbbet elemzett, legnagyobb hatású kortárs magyar költő, akinek költészete a kilencvenes évek kritikai vitáinak egyik legfontosabb terepe volt. A KAF-értelmezői hagyomány kulcsfogalmai – identitásvesztés, kulturális emlékezet, intertextualitás, „szerepköltészet” – a tradicionális szerzői pozíció elbizonytalanítására, majd felszámolására, végső soron pedig az irodalmi szöveg eredendő nyelvi, intertextuális létmódjára, irodalmiságára kérdeznek rá. Költészetének a mai magyar irodalomban szinte példa nélküli formagazdagságát a következetes részletességgel felépített költői maszkok, alakmások is segítik (Jack Cole, Lázáry René Sándor, Caius Licinius Calvus, Alekszej Pavlovics Asztrov stb.); írásművészetének egyik meghatározó eleme a hagyomány általi megelőzöttség belátása, a költői megnyilatkozás „eredetiségéről” való lemondás. A sokat idézett közhely szerint: forma iránti elkötelezettségben Csokonaival és Kosztolányival, sokszínűségében Weöressel rokonítható.
Sentidos de impeachment em denúncias contra Dilma Rousseff: uma análise a partir da semântica do acontecimento.
Authors: Sobral de Souza Danilo , Ventura Adilson
Published: January 2019

Neste trabalho é feita uma análise de excertos de duas denúncias de crime de responsabilidade fiscal contra a então presidente do Brasil Dilma Rousseff, do Partido dos Trabalhadores (PT), redigidas por Janaína Paschoal, Miguel Reale Junior e Hélio Bicudo. Essa análise é um recorte da dissertação de mestrado intitulada “Os sentidos de impeachment no caso Dilma Rousseff: uma análise semântica”. Nosso objetivo é analisar os sentidos de impeachment partindo da hipótese de que impeachment, no corpus observado, pode remontar memoráveis alheios aos do campo jurídico. Para tanto, faz-se uso dos procedimentos de análise da Semântica do Acontecimento (SA), proposta por Eduardo Guimarães (2002, 2009, 2010, 2011). Devido ao entendimento de não-transparência da língua, a teoria permite que se observem os sentidos e as relações dos termos em textos a partir das relações históricas. Após observar as relações de reescritura e articulação, sendo a primeira a forma que o termo é redito ao longo do texto e a segunda as relações do termo com os seus termos periféricos, constroem-se DSDs (Domínio Semântico de Determinação) para exibir as relações de sentido de impeachment no corpus observado. Além disso, são pensadas as possibilidades de paráfrase que sustentam as possíveis conclusões. Entende-se ao final deste trabalho que os enunciados observados podem apresentar sentidos distintos de impeachment, sejam sustentados no âmbito político, jurídico ou moral.
Os Benefícios do Microempreendedor Individual
Authors: Primo Maria Micaelle Bitu , Macêdo Maria Erilúcia Cruz
Published: January 2019

O empreendedor individual é uma pessoa que tem o seu próprio negócio, conhecido como pequeno empresário, passando a ter o registro no cadastro nacional da pessoa jurídica (CNPJ), possibilitando com facilidade a emissão de nota fiscal, abertura de contas bancarias e créditos e além dos benefícios com a previdência social, auxilio de doenças, salario maternidade, aposentadoria por invalidez. O pequeno empresário está obrigado a transmitir a declaração anual com a sua receita bruta até 81 mil reais e se tiver empregado informar o FGTS (Fundo de Garantia do Tempo de Serviço) e INSS (Instituto Nacional do Seguro Social) do empregado. Objetivo geral do presente trabalho é estudar e verificar as normas legais e os procedimentos essenciais para se tornar um empreendedor individual e demostrar os benefícios adquiridos através de sua legislação. Em seus objetivos específicos procura-se evidenciar a importância do processo de legislação do MEI, demostrar os procedimentos para se considerar o empreendedor individual e por fim, apresentar as obrigações do MEI. A construção do presente trabalho deu-se através da pesquisa bibliográfica em livros, artigos publicados e sites confiáveis relacionada ao assunto, de cunho descritiva e de característica qualitativa. Conclui-se que com a criação da lei complementar 128/08 os MEIs poderão ter o seu próprio negócio de forma regular.
O Papel Estratégico do Controller nas Organizações
Authors: Lima Emanoel Romário , Macêdo Maria Erilúcia Cruz
Published: January 2019

O esforço pelo desenvolvimento e eficiência na observância dos recursos, leva os responsáveis pela direção da entidade tomar decisões fundamentadas em dados consistentes, a obrigação de adquirir informações atualizadas, com projeções futuras e de fácil compreensão. Este trabalho justifica-se devido às contribuições que o controller pode apresentar à gestão empresarial, pois por meio de sua aplicação, os administradores serão capazes de obter informações fidedignas, dados mais precisos e confiáveis que lhe dão maior suporte nas tomadas de decisões. Dessa forma, o objetivo geral deste artigo foi apresentar a importância do controller na tomada de decisão para melhora no processo da gestão empresarial. Foi elaborada uma pesquisa bibliográfica, com intuito de referenciar conceitos, para obter o objetivo, foi realizada uma pesquisa descritiva, aplicando uma abordagem de forma qualitativa. É destacado na pesquisa, que são varias as contribuições que o controller pode proporcionar a organização, desde que seja de forma adequada e sempre dando maior suporte nas suas tomadas de decisões.
Marketing Contábil: Um Estudo em Escritórios de Contabilidade do Município de Icó, Ceará-Brasil
Authors: Lima Hernandes Adauto de , Gomes Filho Antoniel Dos Santos
Published: January 2019

Com o marketing as empresas, inclusive os escritórios de contabilidade, podem apresentar um padrão de responsabilidade com a criação, divulgação e manutenção da marca, produto ou serviço. Desse modo o presente estudo tem como objetivo verificar como acontece uso do marketing pelos escritórios de contabilidade no município de Icó no Estado do Ceará. Metodologicamente a investigação possui uma abordagem qualitativa, e quanto aos objetivos a investigação é de nível exploratória e descritiva. Foi realizada uma pesquisa de campo junto a escritórios contábeis. Foram critérios de inclusão: (01) o escritório ter sede no município de Icó-CE, e, (02) o contador responsável possuir registro ativo no Conselho Regional de Contabilidade (CRC-CE). Frente aos critérios apresentados, foram incluídos na pesquisa 12 escritórios, e para a coleta de dados foi desenvolvido com base na literatura especifica do tema marketing contábil um questionário estruturado contendo 5 questões especificas, as respostas foram analisadas com base na análise do conteúdo. Considera-se diante da pesquisa que: os contadores responsáveis pelos escritórios de contabilidade do município de Icó no Estado do Ceará apresentam um nível satisfatório de conhecimento sobre o marketing; os contadores participantes da pesquisa apontaram que era necessário e importante a introdução e/ou efetivação da disciplina de marketing na formação do profissional contábil durante a graduação; e, que os escritório de contabilidade do município de Icó-CE seguem estratégias de marketing pois, os mesmos buscam um relacionamento com seus clientes seja de modo presencial ou virtual.
Utilização do Custeio Variável como Ferramenta de Auxílio Gerencial
Authors: Morais Maria Wanderleia Da Silva , Anastácio Francisca Alexsandra De Macedo
Published: January 2019

A contabilidade de custos é uma fonte gerencial de informação que possibilita ao gestor um controle de resultados e também serve como base para a tomada de decisões precisas e assertivas, o presente artigo, propõe-se a apresentar, através de uma pesquisa descritiva e apresentou-se os conceitos necessários para o entendimento da classificação dos custos, assim como os principais métodos de custeio mais utilizados pelas empresas. Neste contexto, o trabalho aborda a utilização dos métodos de custeio variável no gerenciamento e, apresenta algumas sugestões dos métodos de custeio no processo de gestão. Portanto com vista de mostra o custeio variável aos gestores através de uma pesquisa, a importância da implantação da contabilidade de custos dentro da entidade, visando uma boa gestão que contribua positivamente no processo decisório.
Perfil da Prescrição de Fitoterápicos em uma Farmácia de Manipulação de Vitória da Conquista-BA entre 2014 a 2018
Authors: Moraes Marcelo Batista , Marques Matheus Santos , Soares Érika Chuluk Silva , Damascena Rodrigo Santos
Published: January 2019

Os fitoterápicos são medicamentos obtidos através de uma planta medicinal, ou dos seus derivados, com exceção das substâncias isoladas, tendo o objetivo profilático, curativa ou paliativa. O presente trabalho teve como foco verificar o perfil da prescrição de fitoterápico em uma farmácia de manipulação de Vitória da Conquista-Ba entre 2014 a 2018, conhecer o público que mais utiliza dessa terapia, as especialidades dos prescritores desses medicamentos e avaliar a evolução das vendas nos últimos cinco anos. A pesquisa foi do tipo documental/ digital, retrospectiva e descritiva, utilizando o programa Fórmula Certa como fonte de pesquisa, tendo como base de análise as prescrições de medicamentos fitoterápicos referentes ao período de Julho de 2014 a julho de 2018. Os resultados foram verificados utilizando análise percentual e expressos em gráficos e tabelas. Após análise viu-se que todas as prescrições (17.078) apresentavam o nome do usuário; e destas 13.320,84 foram prescritas para mulheres (78%) e 3.757,16 (22%) para homens. A área profissional que mais apresentaram prescritores foram nutricionistas com (202), seguido por clínico geral (142), ginecologista (36), cardiologista (19), dermatologista (18), pediatra (16) gastroenterologista (10), endocrinologista  (09). Os fitoterápicos com maior frequência foram: Aesculus hippocastanum, Vitis vinífera,Tribullus terrestres, Carapa guaianesis Aubl, Equisetum arvense L. A forma farmacêutica com maior volume de prescrição foi de cápsulas que pertence ao laboratório de sólidos. Verificou- se nos últimos cinco anos uma redução nas vendas dos fitoterápicos.
Os Saberes Docentes dos Professores da Educação Infantil: A Prática Pedagógica entre o Educar e o Cuidar
Authors: Landim Jessica Alves , Coutinho Marta Callou Barros , Sobral Maria do Socorro Cecílio
Published: January 2019

A Educação Infantil exige do professor, não só formação na área, que ele possa dispor de diversos saberes que contribuirão para uma boa atuação em sala de aula. O objetivo do estudo em questão foi identificar os saberes necessários à atuação dos professores da educação infantil. Estudo qualitativo, que contou com entrevista semiestruturada com três educadores da área, dentro do contexto empírico de uma escola do município de Salgueiro-PE. As respostas foram agrupadas em categorias, a saber: 1) As trajetórias e os percursos dos professores da educação infantil; 2) Saberes Docentes que emergem na prática pedagógica da Educação Infantil os resultados levaram a crer que, é necessário repensar em uma prática pedagógica dada por diferentes saberes que atendam com precisão as necessidades das crianças. Espera-se com os resultados desta investigação contribuir para uma prática educativa de qualidade para os professores da Educação Infantil, quanto ao seu fazer pedagógico.