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Wearable technology and health: A bibliometric analysis using SciMAT
Authors: Burbano-Fernandez Marlon Felipe , Ramirez-Gonzalez Gustavo 
Published: December 2018

Background: To begin research with cross-thematic topics, an analysis is necessary that collects data and historical accounts about these topics. In the field of health and technology, this principle is not unknown. In this case, it is the interest of this investigation to inquire about the topics "wearable" and "health" in order to gather enough information to establish how it has been developed, what the current topics are and what areas it is planned to study in a near future. The purpose of this study is to analyse the growth of the wearable technology and health subject matter. This will create an account of the most relevant themes over time in this subject and their evolution. This study will have an emphasis on recent years, in order to see which themes may be important for future research and publications. Methods: This paper aims at making a bibliometric exploration using information from the Scopus database using the search chain “weareable AND health” within the years of 2000 to 2017. The bibliometric software SciMAT was used for data visualization and analysis. Results: The results obtained are an analysis of the growth rate that is presented in Scopus publications between 2000 and 2017. In addition, a bibliometric analysis is obtained through the SciMat software, which shows the relevant issues that arise through time and that may be relevant for future research. Conclusions: Publications associated with the search chain “Wearable AND Health” from 2000 to 2017 were generally in constant growth over the years. With the SciMAT software, the main theme that was found was that of monitoring systems. In addition, it shows how new themes that are highly relevant emerge, such as mobile technologies and the study of algorithms, which emerge as an evolution from signal processing.
The root cause of Duchenne muscular dystrophy is the lack of dystrophin in smooth muscle of blood vessels rather than in skeletal muscle per se
Authors: Gajendran Nadesan 
Published: December 2018

Background:The dystrophin protein is part of the dystrophin associated protein complex (DAPC) linking the intracellular actin cytoskeleton to the extracellular matrix. Mutations in the dystrophin gene cause Duchenne and Becker muscular dystrophy (D/BMD). Neuronal nitric oxide synthase associates with dystrophin in the DAPC to generate the vasodilator nitric oxide (NO). Systemic dystrophin deficiency, such as in D/BMD, results in muscle ischemia, injury and fatigue during exercise as dystrophin is lacking, affecting NO production and hence vasodilation. The role of neuregulin 1 (NRG) signaling through the epidermal growth factor family of receptors ERBB2 and ERBB4 in skeletal muscle has been controversial, but it was shown to phosphorylate α-dystrobrevin 1 (α-DB1), a component of the DAPC. The aim of this investigation was to determine whether NRG signaling had a functional role in muscular dystrophy.Methods:Primary myoblasts (muscle cells) were isolated from conditional knock-out mice containing lox P flanked ERBB2 and ERBB4 receptors, immortalized and exposed to Cre recombinase to obtainErbb2/4double knock-out (dKO) myoblasts where NRG signaling would be eliminated. Myotubes, thein vitroequivalent of muscle fibers, formed by fusion of the lox P flankedErbb2/4myoblasts as well as theErbb2/4dKO myoblasts were then used to identify changes in dystrophin expression.Results:Elimination of NRG signaling resulted in the absence of dystrophin demonstrating that it is essential for dystrophin expression. However, unlike the DMD mouse model mdx, with systemic dystrophin deficiency, lack of dystrophin in skeletal muscles ofErbb2/4dKO mice did not result in muscular dystrophy. In these mice, ERBB2/4, and thus dystrophin, is still expressed in the smooth muscle of blood vessels allowing normal blood flow through vasodilation during exercise.Conclusions:Dystrophin deficiency in smooth muscle of blood vessels, rather than in skeletal muscle, is the main cause of disease progression in DMD.
VARIABILIDADE ESPACIAL E TEMPORAL DA PRECIPITAÇÃO PLUVIAL NO MUNICÍPIO DO RIO DE JANEIRO
Authors: Siciliano Willian Campos , Bastos Giovana Proença , De Oliveira Israel Tiago , Da Silva Gabrielle Nunes , Obraczka Marcelo , Ohnuma Jr Alfredo Akira 
Published: December 2018

Resumo: Este artigo analisa o comportamento do regime de chuvas, distribuído no município do Rio de Janeiro, a partir de dados observados em mais de 30 estações pluviométricas monitoradas pelo Sistema Alerta Rio da Prefeitura do Rio de Janeiro (SAR-RJ), entre os anos de 1997 e 2014. Na análise da variação temporal e espacial da precipitação no município é possível identificar possíveis tendências e padrões do volume precipitado em função da sazonalidade e localidade. O estudo se baseia na confecção de mapas de isoietas mensais, obtidos pelo programa Surfer 10, cuja representação gráfica das características pluviométricas de cada região é analisada mediante determinados fatores ambientais como relevo, clima e estações do ano. Os resultados evidenciam índices pluviométricos acentuados em todo o município e de forma concentrada no período entre outubro e abril. Conclui-se que regiões como Barra/Barrinha, Alto da Boa vista, Tijuca, Jardim Botânico, Rocinha e Vidigal apresentam precipitações mensais superiores aos demais locais, independente do período, devido a presença de áreas verdes preservadas e fatores climáticos variados. A padronização das chuvas na cidade do Rio de Janeiro está diretamente associada a fatores ambientais como uso e ocupação do solo, relevos de maciços geográficos e região oceânica.Abstract:This article analyzes the rainfall regime behavior, distributed in the city of Rio de Janeiro, based on observed data more than 30 rainfall stations followed by Sistema Alerta Rio da Prefeitura do Rio de Janeiro (SAR-RJ), from 1997 to 2014. When analyzing the spatial and temporal variability of rainfall in the city, it is possible identify some trends and patterns of the volume of rainfall according to the seasonality as well as the locality. This study consists to elaborate monthly isohyetal maps, provided by Surfer 10 software, whose graphical representation of each region is analyzed through certain environmental factors such as topography, weather and seasons of the year. The results show high rainfall rates on the city and concentrated between October and April. This article concludes that regions such as Barra/Barrinha, Alto da Boa Vista, Tijuca, Jardim Botânico, Rocinha and Vidigal present rainfall rates higher than other regions, regardless of the period of the year, due to existence of preserved green areas and different climatic factors. The rainfall pattern in the city of Rio de Janeiro is directly connected to environmental factors such as land use/cover, mountain massifs and coastal region.
<b>A POLÍTICA DE BÔNUS PARA OS PROFISSIONAIS DA EDUCAÇÃO NO ESTADO DO ACRE: CONCEPÇÃO E NORMATIZAÇÃO
Authors: Melo Lúcia De Fátima , Pinto Braidi Débora Maria 
Published: December 2018

O estudo avalia a política de pagamento de bônus na educação pública e suas implicações na valorização do trabalho dos profissionais da educação básica acriana. Vincula-se aos resultados finais de pesquisa que investiga as repercussões das políticas educacionais no trabalho dos diretores e professores no Estado do Acre. É fruto de revisão de literatura e pesquisa documental, dividindo-se em dois momentos. No primeiro, discute a concepção que orienta as políticas de bônus e no segundo, examina a normatização que define critérios para sua concessão. Parte do entendimento do bônus-mérito numa visão de totalidade política em suas múltiplas dimensões. Os aspectos conclusivos do estudo revelam que o bônus se caracteriza como um instrumento de regulação na tentativa de melhoria do desempenho do sistema. Palavras-Chave: Política Educacional; Bônus; Valorização dos Profissionais do Magistério.
What artists value when providing workshops for clinical students in a regional training setting: A qualitative study
Authors: Bennett Paul W. , Hooker Claire 
Published: December 2018

Abstract
This study investigates artists’ perspectives in participating as non-traditional (not medically trained) teachers in a clinical training programme. We conducted semi-structured one-to-one interviews with artists who provided art-based workshops to undergraduate clinical students within the ENRICH programme, a unique clinical training programme in regional Australia. We identified five interconnected conceptual themes. Artists’ constructed value in terms of an ethic of reciprocal respect for developing professional identity − their own and of the students. This was constructed in a concept of reciprocal contribution to, and validating support from, local community. Artists’ perspectives should not be regarded as extrinsic to evaluations of clinical training programmes. Artists valued participation that went beyond the usual features of developing student capacities for empathy and insight into patient experiences. We suggest that incorporating artists into programme design from the beginning may provide more opportunities to inclusively develop dimensions of value for all participants.
Learners’ perceptions of daily singing in a school community severely affected by earthquakes: Links to subjective well-being
Authors: Rickson Daphne , Reynolds Diana , Legg Robert 
Published: December 2018

Abstract
This article describes learners’ perceptions of daily singing in a school community severely affected by earthquakes, and considers whether and how their experiences might contribute towards well-being. The findings are drawn from Action Research led by a core team of two university researchers and the deputy principal of the school. Learners’ perceptions of singing were linked to indicators of well-being drawn from three models of well-being that were developed with children in mind. Our findings suggest that daily group singing in the classroom has the potential to be particularly helpful in increasing positivity; enhancing relationships; supporting engagement and achievement-related outcomes; and is often energizing. The resources that singing afforded, in an atmosphere of fun and enjoyment, appeared to support learners in managing the significant challenges that they were facing, and in turn in preparing them to engage with academic tasks.
Perceptual analysis of heterogeneous stakeholders on the impact of the Rio 2016 games in the territory of Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas
Authors: Campos Leonardo P. O. A. , Araujo Fernando Oliveira de , Freitas Raynne Suzano de , Abreu Chrystyane Gerth Silveira 
Published: December 2018

Highlights: Development of partnership with local entities for integrated social actions; Actions and projects are developed as close as possible to the public audience; Participation in meetings and community councils; Establishment of constant dialog between social management and community leaders; Dialog with public entities; Work communication with all the impacts caused by the implementation of the megaproject, according to the affected area.
Goal: Analyze, through a case study, what were the effects resulting from the Rio 2016 Olympic Games in the territory of Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas, and how they were perceived by the stakeholders during and after the performance.
Design / Methodology / Approach: On-site open and participant observation, semi-structured interviews, and on-site questionnaires and descriptive statistics
Results: A series of consequences were triggered, affecting each of the different stakeholders in different ways.
Limitations of the investigation: Megaprojects promote mutually positive and negative impacts concerning the local stakeholders and their multiple and different perceptions. Thus, results cannot be generalized.
Practical implications: Fragmentation of the megaproject, heterogeneity, and perceptions of different stakeholders
Originality / Value: Practices that are sensitive to the stakeholders’ engagement and impacts perceived.
Tools for the strategic management of stakeholders in civil construction
Authors: Marques Vânia De Lourdes , Filho Cid Alledi , Pereira Fernando Neves 
Published: December 2018

Highlights: Stakeholder management is an uncommon practice among construction companies in Brazil. There is little availability of appropriate models, guidelines and systematics. The creation of a stakeholder management model for civil construction is important in the current context.
Goal: Contribute to fill the gap of empirical research that generate applicable models in the practices of stakeholder management in the civil construction sector.
Design / Methodology / Approach: Systematic review of the literature was carried out involving the keywords of the research and, using the approach suggested by international standards guidelines, a management model for the management of stakeholders in the construction sector was constructed.
Results: Two products resulted: a) Proposal of a conceptual framework for the management of stakeholders in civil construction, including a strategic and governance level and another with the ventures; b) Systematization of actions for stakeholder management, where the bibliographic content was distributed in stages based on the stakeholder management system proposed by the Standard AA1000SES.
Limitations of the investigation: Difficulties in finding available literature on stakeholder management specifically in the civil construction sector, considering the strategic and governance level.
Practical implications: Provides an innovative system for the strategic and tactical-operational management of stakeholders for the construction sector.
Originality / Value: The research brings important contribution: in the academic area, for the few studies on the subject, especially in Brazil; for companies, it provides an innovative system with the following characteristics: ability to integrate stakeholder management practices between the corporate and project areas; ability to incorporate the experience and learning generated in both environments; applicable to any size of company.
Efficient and Fair Bandwidth Scheduling in Cloud Environments
Authors: Khaleel Mustafa , Zhu Mengxia 
Published: December 2018

Hundreds of thousands of servers from data centers are operated to provide users with pay-as-yougo infrastructure as a service, platform as a service, and software as a service. Many different types of virtual machine (VM) instances hosted on these servers oftentimes need to efficiently communicate with data movement under current bandwidth capacity. This motivates providers to seek for a bandwidth scheduler to satisfy objectives, namely assuring the minimum bandwidth per VM for the guaranteed deadline and eliminating network congestion as much as possible. Based on some rigorous mathematical models, we formulated a cloud-based bandwidth scheduling algorithm which enables dynamic and fair bandwidth management by categorizing the total bandwidth into several categories and adjusting the allocated bandwidth limit per VM for both upstream and downstream traffics in real time. The simulation showed that paradigm was able to utilize the total assigned bandwidth more efficiently compared to algorithms such as bandwidth efficiency persistence proportional sharing (PPS), PPS, and PS at the network level.
Lelaki Tua dan Laut Karya Ernest Hemingway (Sebuah Ulasan)
Authors: Nimpuno Mirya Anggrahini 
Published: December 2018

Novel Lelaki Tuadan Laut by Ernest Hemingway contains many of the themes that preoccupied Hemingway as a writer and as a man. The routines of life in a Cuban fishing village are evoked in the opening pages with a characteristic economy of language. The stripped-down existence of the fisherman Santiago is crafted in a spare, elemental style that is as eloquently dismissive as a shrug of the old man’s powerful shoulders.Hemingway was famously fascinated with ideas of men proving their worth by facing and overcoming the challenges nature. Through his struggle, Santiago demonstrated the ability of the human spirit to endure hardship and suffering in order to win. It is also his deep love and knowledge of the sea, in its impassive cruelty and beneficence, that allows him to prevail. The essential physicality of the story – the smells of tar and salt and fish blood, the cramp and nausea and blind exhaustion of the old man, the terrifying death spasm of the great fish – is set against he ethereal qualities of dazzling light and water, isolation, and the swelling motion of the sea. And through it all narrative is constantly tugging, unreeling a little more, and then pulling again, all in tandem with the old man’s struggle.Structural analysis aims to describe (1) elements, characters, settings, and perspectives in the novel Old Man and The Sea, (2) the interrelationships between intrinsic elements in the form of themes, plot, background, character, characterization and perpective in the novel Old Man and The Sea by Ernest Hemingway.
Scalar Curvature via Local Extent
Authors: Veronelli Giona 
Published: December 2018

AbstractWe give a metric characterization of the scalar curvature of a smooth Riemannian manifold, analyzing the maximal distance between (n + 1) points in infinitesimally small neighborhoods of a point. Since this characterization is purely in terms of the distance function, it could be used to approach the problem of defining the scalar curvature on a non-smooth metric space. In the second part we will discuss this issue, focusing in particular on Alexandrov spaces and surfaces with bounded integral curvature.
Searching for Hattian-Hittite ‘Quasi-Bilingual’ Texts: New Tools for the Continued Research of Hattian
Authors: Steitler Charles W. 
Published: December 2018

Abstract
This paper addresses the possibilities for further philological and linguistic studies of the Hattian text sources that will be feasible within the next few years. A digital searchable corpus of Hattian texts, in combination with a digital corpus of the Hittite texts, would open up new venues of research. These corpora will facilitate lexical, morphological and phonological studies as well as the reconstruction of text compositions with Hattian passages and of the tablets on which they were inscribed. It is hoped that the digital corpora will also aid in the potential identification of hitherto unrecognized correspondences between Hattian and Hittite texts.
Zentralanatolische Toponyme auf °šna und ein hattisches Suffix: Zum ursprünglichen Verbreitungsgebiet des Hattischen
Authors: Simon Zsolt 
Published: December 2018

Abstract
This paper provides a linguistic re-analysis of the toponyms ending in °šna in Anatolian cuneiform texts. It argues that due to phonological reasons not all of them can be explained with a Hittite suffix as it is usually done and a similar Hattian suffix fits better. The toponyms with the Hattian suffix provide the first evidence that Hattian was once spoken south of the Kızılırmak river. As a by-product, new etymologies for some Hittite words and toponyms as well as an extended Palaic speaking territory are suggested.
Comets of the Marsden and Kracht groups
Authors: Kalinicheva Olga V. 
Published: December 2018

Abstract
Perihelion distances of Marsden and Kracht group comets fall into the range 6RS < q < 12RS (the Meyer group comets also share the same perihelion interval). It is by several folds larger than the perihelion distance of the Kreutz group comets (q < 2RS). Average circulation period for comets of the Marsden group is P = 5.5 years and for the Kracht group is P =5.3 years. The Marsden and Kracht group comets share the same origin; as well as 96P (Machholz), object 196256 (2003 EH1), meteor showers the Daytime Arietids, Northern and Southern δ Aquariids, Quandrantids forming the Machholz interplanetary complex. This work offers computational movement simulation for comet-progenitor fragments. It is shown that the orbits of the representatives of the complex can be explained if the decay of the cometprogenitor for objects 96P and 196256 occurred ~9500 years ago. The following evolution direction has been demonstrated for the complex objects: progenitor comet - comet 96P - the Marsden group comets - the Kracht group comets - the Southern δ Aquariids. However, not all the complex objects will necessarily pass through every stage of the above as it can be preceded by the total disintegration of the object.
Wearables: Ein Blick aus ärztlicher Perspektive über Möglichkeiten, Herausforderungen und Risiken im Gesundheitswesen
Authors: Mutke Markus R. , Eckstein Jens 
Published: December 2018

Zusammenfassung
Durch die dynamische Entwicklung von mobilen Sensoren bieten sich Medizinern ständig neue, potentiell kosteneffektive Wege für Diagnostik, Monitoring und Screening. Angetrieben durch den wachsenden Erfolg auf dem Konsumentenmarkt streben immer mehr Wearables & Co in den Gesundheitsmarkt. Weltweit beschäftigen sich Forschungsgruppen seit Jahren mit den Auswirkungen dieser mobilen Technologien auf unser Gesundheitswesen. In der Menge der zahlreichen Möglichkeiten und in Anbetracht der rapiden Entwicklung sollte jedoch bedacht werden, dass für einen erfolgreichen Einsatz am Patienten einige Herausforderungen und Risiken berücksichtigt werden müssen. Der Artikel bietet einen Einstieg in das breite Themenfeld rund um die Einführung von Wearables in die klinische Routine und berichtet über eine Auswahl an realisierten und potentiellen Einsatzmöglichkeiten.
Mass spectrometry based analytical quality assessment of serum and plasma specimens with patterns of endo- and exogenous peptides
Authors: Findeisen Peter , Hemanna Shruthi , Maharjan Romi Singh , Mindt Sonani , Costina Victor , Hofheinz Ralf , Neumaier Michael 
Published: December 2018

Abstract

Background
Inappropriate preanalytical sample handling is a major threat for any biomarker discovery approach. Blood specimens have a genuine proteolytic activity that leads to a time dependent decay of peptidic quality control markers (QCMs). The aim of this study was to identify QCMs for direct assessment of sample quality (DASQ) of serum and plasma specimens.

Methods
Serum and plasma specimens of healthy volunteers and tumor patients were spiked with two synthetic reporter peptides (exogenous QCMs) and aged under controlled conditions for up to 24 h. The proteolytic fragments of endogenous and exogenous QCMs were monitored for each time point by mass spectrometry (MS). The decay pattern of peptides was used for supervised classification of samples according to their respective preanalytical quality.

Results
The classification accuracy for fresh specimens (1 h) was 96% and 99% for serum and plasma specimens, respectively, when endo- and exogenous QCMs were used for the calculations. However, classification of older specimens was more difficult and overall classification accuracy decreased to 79%.

Conclusions
MALDI-TOF MS is a simple and robust method that can be used for DASQ of serum and plasma specimens in a high throughput manner. We propose DASQ as a fast and simple step that can be included in multicentric large-scale projects to ensure the homogeneity of sample quality.