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Failure That Matters: Two Abortive Agreements and the Dynamics of Orthodox Jewish Politics on the Eve of World War II
Authors: Mahla Daniel 
Published: May 2020

AbstractAgudat Yisrael and the religious Zionist movement (Mizrachi) were the two largest and most influential political organizations of Orthodox Jewry during the first half of the twentieth century. Competing for the support of observant Jews, the two movements were enmeshed in bitter ideological and political struggles. Nevertheless, due to the dire situation of European and Palestine Jewries their political representatives met during the late 1930s in Paris and London in order to negotiate possible avenues of cooperation. While these endeavors were unprecedented in the history of the two movements, they eventually failed. Due to their failure, earlier scholarship has dismissed these efforts as a “lost opportunity” for Orthodox Judaism and blamed Agudists for their unwillingness to overcome long-standing rivalries and ideological reservations. This article, in contrast, perceives the negotiations of 1938–1939 as an important window into intra-Orthodox dynamics during the first half of the twentieth century. Rather than stressing the difficulties of overcoming ideological barriers and the failures of non-Zionist Orthodoxy to adapt to the challenges of the modern age, the article argues that it was a careful weighing of political gains and risks on both sides that dominated the negotiations and determined their outcome. The insights gained from this close analysis of intra-Orthodox relations are of significance beyond the question of party politics, as the two rivals were not only influential political movements, but ultimately came to shape the social, cultural, and political realities of traditionalist Jewry in the State of Israel during its early years and well beyond.
A comparative look at structural variation among RC–LH1 ‘Core’ complexes present in anoxygenic phototrophic bacteria
Authors: Gardiner Alastair T. , Nguyen-Phan Tu C. , Cogdell Richard J. 
Published: May 2020

AbstractAll purple photosynthetic bacteria contain RC–LH1 ‘Core’ complexes. The structure of this complex from Rhodobacter sphaeroides, Rhodopseudomonas palustris and Thermochromatium tepidum has been solved using X-ray crystallography. Recently, the application of single particle cryo-EM has revolutionised structural biology and the structure of the RC–LH1 ‘Core’ complex from Blastochloris viridis has been solved using this technique, as well as the complex from the non-purple Chloroflexi species, Roseiflexus castenholzii. It is apparent that these structures are variations on a theme, although with a greater degree of structural diversity within them than previously thought. Furthermore, it has recently been discovered that the only phototrophic representative from the phylum Gemmatimonadetes, Gemmatimonas phototrophica, also contains a RC–LH1 ‘Core’ complex. At present only a low-resolution EM-projection map exists but this shows that the Gemmatimonas phototrophica complex contains a double LH1 ring. This short review compares these different structures and looks at the functional significance of these variations from two main standpoints: energy transfer and quinone exchange.
Contrasting Monetary and Multidimensional Poverty Measures in a Low-Income Sub-Saharan African Country
Authors: Salecker Lukas , Ahmadov Anar K. , Karimli Leyla 
Published: May 2020

AbstractDespite significant progress in poverty measurement, few studies have undertaken an in-depth comparison of monetary and multidimensional measures in the context of low-income countries and fewer still in Sub-Saharan Africa. Yet the differences can be particularly consequential in these settings. We address this gap by applying a distinct analytical strategy to the case of Rwanda. Using data from two waves of the Rwandan Integrated Household Living Conditions Survey, we combine comparing poverty rates cross-sectionally and over time, examining the overlaps and differences in the two measures, investigating poverty rates within population sub-groups, and estimating several statistical models to assess the differences between the two measures in identifying poverty risk factors. We find that using a monetary measure alone does not capture high incidence of multidimensional poverty in both waves, that it is possible to be multidimensional poor without being monetary poor, and that using a monetary measure alone overlooks significant change in multidimensional poverty over time. The two measures also differ in which poverty risk factors they put emphasis on. Relying only on monetary measures in low-income sub-Saharan Africa can send inaccurate signals to policymakers regarding the optimal design of social policies as well as monitoring their effectiveness.
A New Cooling Strategy in Curved Continuous Casting Process of Vanadium Micro-alloyed YQ450NQR1 Steel Bloom Combining Experimental and Modeling Approach
Authors: Dou Kun , Liu Qing 
Published: May 2020

Abstract
In the continuous casting process of steel, the bloom surfaces would experience intensive cooling from the water-cooled copper mold to secondary cooling water spray. If the cooling process is not controlled properly, hot ductility of the bloom surface microstructures would deteriorate, and bloom surface cracks would form easily under straightening deformation in a curved caster. Considering the above facts, the cooling scheme for the continuous casting of YQ450NQR1 steel bloom, a kind of vanadium-containing micro-alloyed steel, is studied with both experimental investigation and mathematical modeling in this work. The authors first investigate the hot ductility of bloom surface microstructures at various cooling rates using a Gleeble thermal simulator. Then, the precipitation of V(C, N) particles and its influence on ferrite formation during continuous cooling are studied and characterized using High-Temperature Laser Scanning Confocal Microscopy. Based on these, the preferred cooling rate for surface microstructures at the straightening position in the caster is obtained. To further reduce the solute macro-segregation through enlargement of the equiaxed crystal zone, a cellular automaton-finite element model is used to calculate heat transfer and solidification structure evolution during the continuous casting process. After calibration with industrial trials, the model is utilized to determine the critical position for columnar to equiaxed transition and to adjust the pouring temperature for the melt. Combining the above research, a new cooling strategy for YQ450NQR1 steel bloom is obtained, which can improve crack resistance of bloom surface microstructures and reduce solute macro-segregation at the same time.
Identity Management and Community Belonging: The Coming Out Careers of Young Disabled LGBT+ Persons
Authors: Toft Alex 
Published: May 2020

AbstractComing out is best viewed in terms of a career with no discernible endpoint. Popular discourse and stage-based models which emphasise a linear phased approach tend not to accurately represent contemporary coming out experiences. Using data from interviews, focus groups and interactive workshops, this article explores the perceptions and strategies towards coming out by young disabled LGBT+ people. I suggest that viewing coming out careers as an identity management technique helps to shed light upon the relationship between intersecting identities and helps to examine the negotiations taking place, whilst teasing out how such identities impact and inform one another against the backdrop of misunderstanding. The stories of the participants also show that the framing of coming out as an imperative to living honestly and authentically was not a common experience. However, coming out to feel a sense of belonging within communities remains central to the perceived benefits. Coming out for the participants reveals tensions between their identities based on ableism and heteronormativity that led them to reconsider the viability and benefits of coming out. However, the participants revealed a challenging two-way relationship between the LGBT+ community and them as disabled people.
New technologies. Political, legal, economic and factual impact in Germany
Authors: Armbrüster Christian 
Published: May 2020

AbstractNew technologies influence the insurance sector in Germany in many ways. This is also reflected in changes in the legal framework. For example, the German legislator has introduced new rules for highly and fully automated driving. In the future, autonomous driving will raise the question of the effects of the fact that there is no longer a driver on liability and insurance. The article shows that the German system of owner (“holder” or “keeper”) liability in combination with compulsory liability insurance also offers a convincing solution for this challenge, especially with regard to an effective protection of traffic victims. Another field is cyber risks. They have led to the development of a new insurance cover. Digitalisation presents new opportunities for the contract conclusion process and the regulation of insurance claims, but there are also some legal challenges to be addressed. Last but not least, the use of robots and nanotechnology is leading to new types of risks and to modified coverage concepts. This article deals with current developments in Germany.
Improvement in quality of life and angina pectoris: 1-year follow-up of patients with refractory angina pectoris and spinal cord stimulation
Authors: Vervaat F. E. , van der Gaag A. , van Suijlekom H. , Botman C. J. , Teeuwen K. , Wijnbergen I. 
Published: May 2020

Abstract
Aims
Spinal cord stimulation (SCS) is a treatment for patients with refractory angina pectoris (RAP) who remain symptomatic despite optimal medical therapy and without revascularisation options. Previous studies have shown that SCS improves the quality of life in this patient group and reduces the severity of the angina pectoris. The aim of this prospective, single-arm observational study is to show this effect in a single-centre cohort using a multidisciplinary team approach to the selection process, with a follow-up period of 1 year.

Methods and results
Between July 2010 and March 2017, 87 patients with RAP referred to our centre received SCS. The Seattle Angina Questionnaire (SAQ) and RAND 36-Item Health Survey (RAND-36) were completed at baseline, prior to implantation, and 1 year post-implantation. After 1 year of follow-up there was a statistically significant decrease in the frequency of angina pectoris attacks from more than 4 times a day to 1–2 times a week (p < 0.001). The SAQ showed statistically significant improvement in four of the five dimensions: physical limitation (p < 0.001), angina frequency (p < 0.001), angina stability (p < 0.001) and quality of life (p < 0.001). The RAND-36 showed statistically significant improvement in all nine dimensions: physical functioning (p = 0.001), role/physical (p < 0.001), social functioning (p = 0.03), role/emotional (p < 0.05), bodily pain (p < 0.001), general health (p < 0.001), vitality (p < 0.001), mental health (p = 0.02) and health change (p < 0.001).

Conclusion
This study showed a significant improvement in quality of life and reduction of angina pectoris severity after 1 year of follow-up in patients treated with SCS for RAP.
Case presentation methods: a&nbsp;randomized controlled trial of the one-minute preceptor versus SNAPPS in a&nbsp;controlled setting
Authors: Fagundes Eleonora D. T. , Ibiapina Cássio C. , Alvim Cristina G. , Fernandes Rachel A. F. , Carvalho-Filho Marco Antônio , Brand Paul L. P. 
Published: May 2020

Introduction One-minute preceptor (OMP) and SNAPPS (a mnemonic for Summarize history and findings; Narrow the differential; Analyze the differential; Probe the preceptor about uncertainties; Plan management; and Select case-related issues for self-study) are educational techniques developed to promote learners’ expression of clinical reasoning during the case presentation in the workplace. The aim of this present study was to compare the content of the case presentation between the SNAPPS and the OMP methods.
Methods This was a randomized controlled trial comparing SNAPPS and OMP in 60 medical students at the beginning of their fifth year of medical school. After an introduction session, students presented and discussed two cases based on real patients and provided in written format. All case presentations were recorded and evaluated by two researchers. The assessed elements of the case presentations were divided into three subgroups related to expression of clinical reasoning, time and initiative to guide the presentation.
Results There were 30 participants in each group. There was no difference in the expression of clinical reasoning between OMP and SNAPPS groups (number of differential diagnoses, justification of most likely diagnosis and differential diagnosis, expression of comparing and contrasting hypotheses). However, students in the SNAPPS group expressed significantly more questions and uncertainties (p < 0.001), and more often took the initiative to present and justify the most likely diagnosis, differential diagnosis and management plan than students in the OMP group, both in simple and complex cases (all p values <0.001) without extending the length of the teaching session.
Prevalence of overweight and metabolic syndrome, and associated sociodemographic factors among adult Ecuadorian populations: the ENSANUT-ECU study
Authors: Pérez-Galarza J. , Baldeón L. , Franco O. H. , Muka T. , Drexhage H. A. , Voortman T. , Freire W. B. 
Published: May 2020

Abstract
Background
Obesity and metabolic syndrome (MetS) are key risk factors for type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Little information exists on the prevalence of obesity and MetS in Latin America and specifically in Ecuador. We aimed to estimate the prevalence of overweight, obesity, and MetS among adults in Ecuador.

Methods
We analyzed data from a nation-wide population-based survey in Ecuador (ENSANUT-ECU) among 10,318 participants (3684 men, 6634 women; age range: 18–59 years) conducted in 2012. Data related to residential location (urban versus rural), altitude (< 500, 500–1500 or > 1500 m above sea level (MASL)), region (highland, coast, amazon, or Galápagos), and socioeconomic status were collected. BMI, waist circumference, blood lipids, glucose, and blood pressure were measured by trained fieldworkers following standardized procedures.

Results
The age-standardized prevalence of overweight was 39.5%; 22.3% was obese; and 31.2% had MetS. The prevalence of obesity, low HDL-cholesterol, and abdominal obesity were higher in women than in men, whereas men had a higher prevalence of hypertension (p < 0.05). Sex differences were not observed regarding the prevalence of combined MetS. Prevalence of both obesity and MetS was higher in urban areas, at low altitude regions (coast and Galapagos), and at high socioeconomic status (all p < 0.05).

Conclusions
Prevalence of obesity and MetS in Ecuador are high. There are important demographic differences in the prevalence of MetS between Ecuadorian subpopulations that requires targeted research and prevention efforts, to hold and reduce the current public health problem of metabolic disorders.
Berufliche Weiterbildungsbeteiligung von Älteren im europäischen Vergleich – Welche Rolle spielen Institutionen?
Authors: Philipps Veronika 
Published: May 2020

ZusammenfassungPersonen in der späten Erwerbsphase sind in Europa selten in berufliche Weiterbildung eingebunden. Der Beitrag betrachtet Länderdifferenzen in der Weiterbildungsteilnahme Älterer aus institutionentheoretischer Perspektive und berücksichtigt dabei, dass Institutionen in Verbindung miteinander funktionieren. Daher werden Zusammenhänge zwischen institutionellen Konfigurationen des Arbeitsmarktes und Bildungssystems für die relativen Weiterbildungsnachteile Älterer in 26 europäischen Ländern untersucht und es wird aufgezeigt, dass institutionelle Konfigurationen eine hohe Bedeutung für die Erklärung von Weiterbildungsdisparitäten besitzen. Für geringe Weiterbildungsnachteile Älterer sind insbesondere das Vorhandensein weitreichender staatlicher und betrieblicher Weiterbildungsstrukturen sowie ein duales Berufsausbildungssystem bedeutsam.
Forced Expiratory Flow (FEF25–75%) as a Clinical Endpoint in Children and Adolescents with Symptomatic Asthma Receiving Tiotropium: A Post Hoc Analysis
Authors: Szefler Stanley J. , Goldstein Stanley , Vogelberg Christian , Bensch George W. , Given John , Jugovic Branko , Engel Michael , Moroni-Zentgraf Petra M. , Sigmund Ralf , Hamelmann Eckard H. 
Published: May 2020

Abstract
Introduction
In pediatric patients with asthma, measurements of forced expiratory volume in 1 s (FEV1) may be normal or may not correlate with symptom severity. Forced expiratory flow at 25–75% of the vital capacity (FEF25–75%) is a potentially more sensitive parameter for assessing peripheral airway function. This post hoc analysis compared FEF25–75% with FEV1 as an endpoint to assess bronchodilator responsiveness in children with asthma.

Methods
Change from baseline in trough FEF25–75% and trough FEV1 following treatment with either tiotropium (5 µg or 2.5 µg) or placebo Respimat® was analyzed in four phase III trials in children (aged 6–11 years) and adolescents (aged 12–17 years) with symptomatic moderate (VivaTinA-asthma® and PensieTinA-asthma®) and mild (CanoTinA-asthma® and RubaTinA-asthma®) asthma. Data from all treatment arms were pooled and correlations between FEF25–75% and FEV1 were calculated and analyzed.

Results
A total of 1590 patients were included in the analysis. Tiotropium Respimat® consistently improved FEF25–75% and FEV1 versus placebo, although in adolescents with severe asthma, the observed improvements were not statistically significant. Improvements in FEF25–75% response with tiotropium versus placebo were largely more pronounced than improvements in FEV1. Statistical assessment of the correlation of FEV1 and FEF25–75% showed moderate-to-high correlations (Pearson’s correlation coefficients 0.73–0.80).

Conclusions
In pediatric patients, FEF25–75% may be a more sensitive measure to detect treatment response, certainly to tiotropium, than FEV1 and should be evaluated as an additional lung function measurement.
Challenging choice of safety factor for design of strip footings on gypsum-rich soils
Authors: Razouki Sabah Said , Kuttah Dina Kamal 
Published: May 2020

AbstractA fine-grained gypsum-rich clayey soil having a gypsum content of 33% is subjected, in CBR moulds, to modified American association of state highway and transportation officials compaction at optimum moisture content. Two sets of samples were prepared. The first set remained unsoaked, while the second was soaked in fresh water for 120 days. From each CBR sample, three specimens were extracted for unconsolidated undrained triaxial test and the Mohr–Coloumb failure envelopes were obtained for soaked and unsoaked conditions. Soaked samples suffered a significant drop in both cohesion and angle of internal friction. The ultimate bearing capacity of a strip footing was calculated for each of soaked and unsoaked conditions revealing the critical region. For important structures on gypsum-rich soil, the paper shows that the allowable bearing capacity should be based on soaked condition. Based on unsoaked conditions, a safety factor of 8 is required to assure a safety factor of 3 based on soaked condition. For less important structures in regions of hot dry climate with low probability of soaking, safety factors of 4 and 3, based on unsoaked conditions, are required to give safety factors of 1.5 and 1.1 based on soaked conditions, respectively.
How Will Climate Change Affect the Provision and Value of Water from Public Lands in Southern California Through the 21st Century?
Authors: Srivastava Lorie , Hand Michael , Kim John , Sánchez José J. , Lupi Frank , Garnache Cloé , Drapek Raymond J. , Quinn James F. 
Published: May 2020

AbstractWe estimate the ecosystem service value of water supplied by the San Bernardino National Forest in Southern California under climate change projections through the 21st century. We couple water flow projections from a dynamic vegetation model with an economic demand model for residential water originating from the San Bernardino National Forest. Application of the method demonstrates how estimates of consumer welfare changes due to variation in water supply from public lands in Southern California can inform policy and land management decisions. Results suggest variations in welfare changes over time due to alterations in the projected water supply surpluses, shifting demand limited by water supply shortages or surpluses, and price increases. Results are sensitive to future climate projections—in some cases large decreases in welfare due to supply shortages—and to assumptions about the demand model.
The Constitutionality of §89a IIa of the German Criminal Code and the Concept of a Serious Violent Offense Endangering the State: The German Federal Court of Justice Decision of April 6, 2017—3 StR 326/16
Authors: Zaunseder Anne-Sophie , Heblik Michelle 
Published: May 2020

AbstractThis Article discusses the constitutionality of the recently implemented § 89a IIa of the German Criminal Code (Strafgesetzbuch—StGB) on the basis of the case 3 StR 326/16 decided by the Federal Court of Justice (BGH) on April 6, 2017. First, this Article introduces § 89a IIa of the StGB with a short summary of the events leading to the present anti-terrorist legislation in Germany and the development of the legislation over the past few decades. Second, the facts of the BGH’s case will be outlined, and an overview of the systematic structure of § 89a I, II No. 1, IIa StGB will be provided. Within this framework, the constitutionality of § 89a IIa StGB will be discussed, focusing on the prerequisite of appropriateness, with special attention paid to the requirement of reasonability and the prerequisite of legal certainty pursuant to Article 103(II) Basic Law (Grundgesetz—GG). Finally, § 89a I, II No. 1, IIa StGB will be applied to the BGH’s case after discussing the contentious legal issues regarding these doctrines. This Article concludes by discussing the BGH’s decision, which deems § 89a IIa StGB to be constitutional.
Electing Team Strasbourg: Professional Diversity on the European Court of Human Rights and Why it Matters
Authors: Dzehtsiarou Kanstantsin , Schwartz Alex 
Published: May 2020

AbstractReforms to the process for electing judges to the European Court of Human Rights have generally focused on identifying the most qualified individual candidates. This Article argues for a more holistic approach, advancing a theory of why professional diversity on the European Court of Human Rights is an asset in collegial decision making. The results of original interviews with several Strasbourg judges are presented, followed by an empirical analysis of the professional backgrounds of all judges elected to the European Court of Human Rights since 1998. Although the interviews indicate that the judges themselves see the value of professional diversity, the quantitative evidence suggests a trend in the direction of a more professionally homogenous bench. The Article concludes with some suggestions for how the promotion of professional diversity might be appropriately pursued in future reforms to the process for electing Strasbourg judges.