bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Competencies based innovative learning solutions for co-development of climate services in West Africa
Authors: Tarchiani Vieri , Rapisardi Elena , Parrish Patrick , Di Giuseppe Edmondo , Bacci Maurizio , Baldi Marina , Pasqui Massimiliano 
Published: June 2020

Abstract. In developing countries, and particularly in West Africa, the role of Climate Services (CS) for sustainable development is growing thanks to wide spreading collaboration among European institutions, including National Meteorological and Hydrological Services (NMHS) research centers, universities, and homologue local institutions. Operationally, the
implementation of CSs in developing countries is mainly pivoted on NMHS,
which, according to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), are
dramatically affected by unmet learning demand. The global scale of learning needs for co-development of CSs calls for
innovative solutions and a range of flexible modalities to reach learners in
a variety of ways, and for sharing resources and successful strategies
within the global education and training community. In order to harmonize
expected learning outcomes, WMO defined a competency framework (CF) for CSs
to be used in the implementation of training initiatives and knowledge
sharing tools. This paper presents the strategic and methodological approach adopted in the
implementation of the TOPaCS, a new knowledge-based distance learning
initiative, aiming to provide a flexible learning environment within the CSs CF of WMO ensuring coherence with other WMO education initiatives (Global Campus, other RTCs, etc.). The methodological approach adopted is based on the competency-based approach to training, where competencies are composed by elements of
knowledge and skill. TOPaCS integrates the WMO CF for CSs into a taxonomy
co-designed with stakeholders at different levels, and allows the definition
of learning paths, which are a further interactive opportunity for
co-development of CSs within the TOPaCS learning ecosystem. Indeed, the
approach aims also to guide further instructional strategies and assessments
and becomes a starting point to build a common language enabling a better
cooperation and exchange between the different CSs training initiatives.
Quality assurance and control on hydrological data off western Sardinia (2000–2004), western Mediterranean
Authors: Ribotti Alberto , Sorgente Roberto , Borghini Mireno 
Published: June 2020

Abstract. Seven oceanographic cruises in 5 years were organized
in the Sea of Sardinia with the repeated collection of physical, chemical and
biological data. An accurate and sustained quality assurance on physical
sensors was enacted through pre- and postcruise calibration and verified
during in situ acquisitions with the use of redundant sensors and other
instruments. Moreover, for dissolved oxygen and conductivity, seawater
samples at standard depths were frequently analyzed on board. Then an
accurate quality control was used to verify all hydrological data profiles,
which passed a further quality check following standard procedures. Finally
all hydrological data have been included in two online public open-access
datasets in the SEANOE (SEA scieNtific Open data Edition) repository (https://doi.org/10.17882/59867 and
https://doi.org/10.17882/70340; Ribotti et al., 2019a, b). During and after
all cruises Chlorophyll a and nutrient analyses were also carried out, but these
data are not yet open access; the same applies for water current profiles, both at
casts and during vessel moves, and geophysical data. These ocean data are
the first covering the Sea of Sardinia for its whole extension. Here data
and assurance and control procedures used are described as they have become standards
in deep-sea acquisitions over the years.
DESEMPENHO TÉRMICO DE UMA RESIDÊNCIA COM DIFERENTES CONFIGURAÇÕES DE PAREDES TROMBE: ESTUDO PARA CURITIBA - PR
Authors: Ziebell Clarissa Sartori , Aymone José Luís Farinatti 
Published: June 2020

RESUMO: O uso de tecnologias passivas para climatizar os ambientes, tal como a parede Trombe, é uma forma reconhecida para minimizar o gasto energético com a climatização artificial do ar. Este artigo tem como objetivo avaliar, através do software EnergyPlus, a influência de diferentes paredes Trombe em uma edificação residencial, considerando o contexto climático de Curitiba, cidade que apresenta baixas temperaturas médias mensais. Para uma análise mais completa a respeito das vantagens em utilizar uma parede Trombe, foi realizado ainda um levantamento de custo do sistema. A partir das análises realizadas, constatou-se que o uso de paredes Trombe permitiu a elevação das temperaturas internas, especialmente quando foram abertas as janelas de ventilação interna. Contudo, nos dias de temperaturas externas muito baixas o uso da parede Trombe não foi suficiente para garantir o conforto térmico dos ocupantes. Durante o verão, a parede Trombe não provocou desconforto térmico por calor. Apesar de ter sua eficiência comprovada, verificou-se que o preço da esquadria pode ser um impedimento para a adoção do sistema. Sendo assim, ressalta-se a importância de um estudo a respeito do desempenho da parede Trombe combinado com outras estratégias bioclimáticas. Do contrário, o uso de climatização artificial será necessário.
ABSTRACT: The use of passive technologies to climatize the environment, as the Trombe wall, is a recognized way to minimize energy waste with artificial air conditioning This paper aims to evaluate, through use of the software EnergyPlus, the influence of different Trombe walls on a residential building, considering the climate context of Curitiba, city where the monthly mean temperatures are low. For a more complete analysis of the advantages in using a Trombe wall, the cost of the system was also verified. From the analyzes carried out, the use of Trombe walls was found to be an alternative to allow the increase of internal temperatures, especially when the internal ventilation windows where opened. However, on days of very low external temperatures the use of the Trombe wall was not enough to guarantee the thermal comfort of the occupants. During the summer, the Trombe wall did not cause thermal discomfort by heat. Despite its proven efficiency, the window price was found to be an impediment for the system adoption. Thus, is emphasized the importance of a study on the performance of the Trombe wall combined with other bioclimatic strategies. Otherwise, the use of artificial air conditioning will be necessary.
EFEITO DA ADIÇÃO DE FIBRAS DE AÇO E POLIMÉRICAS NA RESISTÊNCIA À COMPRESSÃO DO CONCRETO DE ULTRA ALTO DESEMPENHO
Authors: Balestra Carlos Eduardo Tino , Ozelame Jennifer Stephane , Savaris Gustavo 
Published: June 2020

RESUMO: A exigência de materiais com desempenho superior aos utilizados usualmente na construção civil impulsiona pesquisas que visam o desenvolvimento de novas tecnologias. Neste contexto, surgem os concretos de ultra alto desempenho reforçados com fibras (UHPFRC), que se destacam pelas elevadas resistências à compressão e à tração e maior ductilidade em relação a um concreto convencional. O presente trabalho teve como objetivo principal avaliar experimentalmente a resistência à compressão e comportamento pós ruptura de UHPFRC com diferentes tipos e dosagens de fibras, utilizando materiais disponíveis no mercado brasileiro, visando o emprego deste material nos processos construtivos atuais. A partir de um traço de concreto de ultra alto desempenho foram definidas misturas de UHPFRC com fibras de aço e de fibras de polietileno utilizando volumes de 0,5% e 1% de fibras. Os resultados obtidos foram comparados a um concreto de referência sem fibras, demonstrando que as fibras melhoram a ductilidade do concreto e provém uma resistência residual ao mesmo, sendo observados, após sua fratura, picos de recuperação graças à melhor aderência das fibras ao concreto. Além disso, para ambas as fibras, uma maior quantidade de fibras auxiliou a combater as rupturas bruscas observadas após concretos sem fibras esgotarem sua capacidade resistente.
ABSTRACT: The demand for materials with higher performance than those usually used in civil construction stimulate researches aimed at the development of new technologies. In this context, ultra high performance fibers reinforced concrete (UHPFRC) stands out due to the high compressive and tensile strengths and higher ductility compared to conventional concrete. The present work had as main objective to evaluate experimentally the compressive strength and post - rupture behavior of UHPFRC with different types and dosages of fibers, using materials available in Brazil, aiming the use of these material in the current constructive processes. UHPFRC mixtures with steel fibers and polyethylene fibers using 0.5% and 1% fiber volumes were defined from an ultra high performance concrete mixture. The results obtained were compared to a reference concrete without fibers, demonstrating that the fibers improve the ductility of the concrete and provide a residual resistance after the exemplar fracture, recovery peaks due to the better adhesion of the fibers to the concrete. In addition, for both fibers, a greater amount of fibers helped to avoid sudden ruptures observed after concrete without fibers reached their resistant capacity.
O envelhecimento do professor de Educação Física Escolar: repercussões na saúde, prática profissional e cotidiano laboral
Authors: Gomes Murilo Cabral , Silva Alan Camargo , De Mello Alexandre Moraes , Lüdorf Sílvia Maria Agatti 
Published: June 2020

Este estudo, de caráter qualitativo, teve como objetivo analisar como o processo de envelhecimento, para professores de Educação Física escolar, pode repercutir na saúde, na prática profissional e no cotidiano laboral. Foram entrevistados(as) 12 professores(as), formados entre 1970 e 1980 e na faixa etária entre 46 e 66 anos, que atuavam em escolas públicas do Rio de Janeiro há mais de 20 anos. Os dados foram tratados com base na análise de conteúdo. Os resultados indicaram que, embora o ruído ocupacional e o desgaste corporal em geral tenham sido os principais aspectos que impactam na saúde e na prática profissional dos professores na escola, os saberes da experiência cotidiana auxiliam esses docentes a lidarem com o passar dos anos na profissão.
Palavras-chave: Docentes. Escola. Educação Física. Condições de Trabalho.
Waarde van werk in Nederland: de rol van de organisatie
Authors: Conen Wieteke , de Beer Paul 
Published: June 2020

Value of work in the Netherlands: the role of the organisation
In recent scientific and policy discourses, the centre of attention is increasingly geared towards the value and quality of work – as opposed to a prior occupation with the quantity of work. Whereas the dominant focus seems to be on (aspects of) the individual job, this contribution aims to embed the worker into the organisational context and highlight the (potential) role of organisations. We examine whether the value of work – beyond individual and job characteristics – is affected by (a) characteristics of the organisation, (b) mutual investments or the relation between employees and employers and (c) the extent to which employees can realise their values within an organisation. To that end, we analyse survey data from the Value of Work Monitor 2019. Our findings show that not only the characteristics of the employment relationship, but also the organisational context and realisation of workers’ values have a significant effect on the evaluation of one’s job. Amongst others, the composition of the workforce, autonomy and intensity, facilities for lifelong learning and workers’ embeddedness in the organisation all have a significant effect on outcomes. We conclude that the discussion on value and quality of work deserves a more active role from the side of employers.
Energie en democratie: democratische invloed op regionale energiestrategieën en andere complexe besluitvormingsprocessen
Authors: Boogers Marcel 
Published: June 2020

Energy and democracy: on the democratization of complex governance processes
This article clarifies the democratic problems of multilevel governance, with a focus on the Regional Energy Strategy decision-making process. First, the risks that these democratic problems entail for democratic support and for the quality and speed of decision-making are discussed. Next, these problems – and their possible solutions – are discussed by means of three approaches to democracy: representative democracy, pluralist democracy and participatory democracy. A tailor-made mix of these three approaches is recommended as most useful for a solid democratic anchorage of multilevel governance.
Boerenblind
Authors: Pistorius Robin 
Published: June 2020

The Blind Spot
The most relevant part of a discussion is not what is discussed but what cannot be spoken of. The real taboos are those for which it is taboo to call them taboos. The status quo defines itself as non-ideological while denouncing any challenge to itself as radical.Therefore the column De blinde vlek frames the framers, politicizes the status quo and articulates what is not heard of.
Heimelijke toepassing van openlijke bevoegdheden
Authors: Blom T. 
Published: June 2020

Heimelijke toepassing van openlijke bevoegdheden
In het nieuwe wetboek worden ‘nieuwe’ opsporingsbevoegdheden geïntroduceerd die normaal gesproken openlijk worden toegepast maar straks ook heimelijk mogen worden ingezet. Het betreft het vergelijkend vingerafdrukken- en handpalmonderzoek, het handschrift- en stemvergelijkend onderzoek, inbeslagneming van voorwerpen en de inzet van daartoe strekkende steunbevoegdheden, het bij gelegenheid van een doorzoeking of betreden van plaatsen overnemen van gegevens en het bevel tot verstrekken van gegevens. In het artikel wordt aangegeven dat de invoering van deze bevoegdheden noodzakelijk en ook wenselijk is, waarbij de wettelijke regeling bovendien voldoet aan de eisen die daaraan door het EHRM worden gesteld. Het voordeel van codificatie is bovendien dat waar het nu vaak om een ongeregelde praktijk gaat, door codificatie duidelijk wordt onder wiens gezag de toepassing van de bevoegdheid valt en aan welke voorwaarden moet zijn voldaan voordat de bevoegdheid mag worden toegepast.
Functional Asplund metrics for pattern matching, robust to variable lighting conditions
Authors: Noyel Guillaume , Jourlin Michel 
Published: June 2020

In this paper, we propose a complete framework to process images captured under uncontrolled lighting and especially under low lighting. By taking advantage of the Logarithmic Image Processing (LIP) context, we study two novel functional metrics: i) the LIP-multiplicative Asplund metric which is robust to object absorption variations and ii) the LIP-additive Asplund metric which is robust to variations of source intensity or camera exposure-time. We introduce robust to noise versions of these metrics. We demonstrate that the maps of their corresponding distances between an image and a reference template are linked to Mathematical Morphology. This facilitates their implementation. We assess them in various situations with different lightings and movement. Results show that those maps of distances are robust to lighting variations. Importantly, they are efficient to detect patterns in low-contrast images with a template acquired under a different lighting.
Silicon induces hormetic dose-response effects on growth and concentrations of chlorophylls, amino acids and sugars in pepper plants during the early developmental stage
Authors: Trejo-Téllez Libia Iris , García-Jiménez Atonaltzin , Escobar-Sepúlveda Hugo Fernando , Ramírez-Olvera Sara Monzerrat , Bello-Bello Jericó Jabín , Gómez-Merino Fernando Carlos 
Published: June 2020

BackgroundSilicon (Si) is a beneficial element that has been proven to influence plant responses including growth, development and metabolism in a hormetic manner.MethodsIn the present study, we evaluated the effect of Si on the growth and concentrations of chlorophylls, total amino acids, and total sugars of pepper plants (Capsicum annuumL.) during the early developmental stage in a hydroponic system under conventional (unstressed) conditions. We tested four Si concentrations (applied as calcium silicate): 0, 60, 125 and 250 mg L−1, and growth variables were measured 7, 14, 21 and 28 days after treatment (dat), while biochemical variables were recorded at the end of the experiment, 28 dat.ResultsThe application of 125 mg L−1Si improved leaf area, fresh and dry biomass weight in leaves and stems, total soluble sugars, and concentrations of chlorophyllsaandbin both leaves and stems. The amino acids concentration in leaves and roots, as well as the stem diameter were the highest in plants treated with 60 mg L−1Si. Nevertheless, Si applications reduced root length, stem diameter and total free amino acids in leaves and stems, especially when applied at the highest concentration (i.e., 250 mg L−1Si).ConclusionThe application of Si has positive effects on pepper plants during the early developmental stage, including stimulation of growth, as well as increased concentrations of chlorophylls, total free amino acids and total soluble sugars. In general, most benefits from Si applications were observed in the range of 60–125 mg L−1Si, while some negative effects were observed at the highest concentration applied (i.e., 250 mg L−1Si). Therefore, pepper is a good candidate crop to benefit from Si application during the early developmental stage under unstressed conditions.
COVID-19: Taiwan’s epidemiological characteristics and public and hospital responses
Authors: Chang Chih-Ming , Tan Ting-Wan , Ho Tai-Cheng , Chen Chung-Chu , Su Tsung-Hsien , Lin Chien-Yu 
Published: June 2020

Background
Coronavirus disease 19 (COVID-19) is a global health threat with significant medical, economic, social and political implications. The optimal strategies for combating COVID-19 have not been fully determined and vary across countries.

Methods
By the end of February 2020 in Taiwan, 2,150 patients received diagnostic COVID-19 testing and 39 confirmed cases were detected. This is a relatively lower rate of infection compared to other Asian countries. In this article, we summarize the epidemiological characteristics of the 39 infected patients as well as public and hospital responses to COVID-19.

Results
Thirty-nine COVID-19 cases and one death have been confirmed in Taiwan. Seventeen of these patients were infected by family members or in hospital wards, emphasizing how COVID-19 is mostly spread by close contact. We examined how hospital have responded to COVID-19, including their implementation of patient route control, outdoor clinics, hospital visit restrictions and ward and staff modifications. We also studied the public’s use of face masks in response to COVID-19. These strategies may reduce the spread of COVID-19 in other countries.

Conclusion
The emergence and spread of COVID-19 is a threat to health worldwide. Taiwan has reported lower infected cases and its strategies may contribute to further disease prevention and control.
Effects of Chronic Use of Herbicides on Soil Physicochemical and Microbiological Characteristics
Authors: Tudararo-Aherobo L. E. , Ataikiru T. L. 
Published: June 2020

Introduction: Herbicide application is a vital strategy of weed control. The effects of these chemicals on the non-target soil microorganisms are very intense; have adverse impact on physicochemical parameters of the soil, which in turn affect soil fertility and plant growth.
Research Gap: There are insufficient literatures on extensive monitoring of the effects of prolonged herbicides use. Existing literatures concerning analysis of effect of prolonged herbicides application on soil are not comprehensive with respect to number of soil characteristics analyzed.
Aim: This study assessed the effects of Atrazine and Glyphosate on physicochemical properties and microbial population of carrot and maize farm soils, exposed to prolonged use at Songhai Delta.
Place and Duration of Study: The study was conducted in Songhai Delta farms and the Department of Environmental Management and Toxicology, Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun, from April to July, 2019.
Methodology: These pesticides were applied according to the manufacturers’ instructions at sublethal concentrations. Their effects on soil pH, cation exchange capacity, total organic carbon, nitrates, phosphates, sulphates and microbial populations at two depths (0-15 and 15-30 cm) were assessed using standard methods. Microbial counts were carried out for total heterotrophic bacteria and fungi using the pour plate method.
Results: There were variations in the different properties of the carrot and maize farm soils. Soil pH was higher in maize farm (5.91±0.10) than in carrot farm (5.88±0.06) at the depth of 15-30 cm. The pH, total organic carbon, nitrate content had no significant difference while phosphate and microbial counts were significantly different at P=.05.
Conclusion: This assessment has shown that the herbicides had no influence on pH, total organic carbon, nitrate but a negative one on bacterial and fungal populations with prolonged use. A modification in physicochemical and microbiological characteristics of soil could be used to predict the fertility and health status of soils.
New insights into the formation and duration of flashbulb memories: Evidence from medical diagnosis memories
Authors: May Cynthia P. , Dein Anthony , Ford Jaclyn 
Published: June 2020

SummaryFlashbulb memories are vivid and salient memories for the moment one hears about a surprising, emotional, and significant event. The current research examined flashbulb memories for a loved one's medical diagnosis, focusing on individual and situational factors associated with memory development and endurance over time. An online survey collected memory narratives and subjective ratings from 309 mothers who received a diagnosis of Down syndrome for their child. Time since diagnosis ranged from 1 month to 52 years. Using two independent measures, the Flashbulb Memory Checklist and the Autobiographical Memory Questionnaire, we found that a majority of diagnosis memories qualified as flashbulb memories, even 20 years or more after the event. Importantly, support from the medical staff at diagnosis emerged as a critical variable related to flashbulb memory development and the persistence of these flashbulb memories over time.
Robust l2−l∞ dynamic output feedback control design for uncertain discrete‐time switched systems with random time‐varying delay
Authors: Amin Regaieg Mohamed , Kchaou Mourad , Bosche Jérôme , El Hajjaji Ahmed 
Published: June 2020

SummaryThis article deals with the problem of robust output feedback control design for a class of switched systems with uncertainties and random time‐varying delay. Our purpose is focused on designing a full order dynamic output feedback controller and an appropriate switching rule to ensure the exponential mean square stability of the resulting closed‐loop switching system with an l2−l∞ performance level. The appealing aspects of the proposed control scheme include: (a) the development of LMI based delay‐dependent sufficient conditions for the exponential stability analysis of the stochastic hybrid systems using the appropriate choice of the augmented Lyapunov–Krasovskii functional, the partitioning technique and the average dwell time, (b) conservatism reduction of the unified design conditions, and (c) the controller designed exhibiting robustness with l2−l∞ performance against uncertainties and external disturbance. Finally, representative examples are given to demonstrate the validity and the merit of the proposed design technique.