bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Application of desirability function based response surface methodology (DRSM) for investigating the plasma arc cutting process of sailhard steel
Authors: Naik Deepak Kumar , Maity Kalipada 
Published: August 2018

Purpose
Plasma arc cutting (PAC) is extensively applicable for cutting the materials in faster speed with better accuracy in different manufacturing industries. The cutting of sailhard steel plate plays a great challenge in plasma arc cutting process.

Design/methodology/approach
In this investigation, a special abrasion-resistant steel known as sailhard of 20 mm thickness plate has been cut by PAC machine. Cutting current, stand-off distance, cutting speed and gas pressure were selected as cutting parameters. The corresponding responses focused for this study are material removal rate, kerf and chamfer. L30 orthogonal array based on a central composite design (CCD) of response surface methodology (RSM) was used to design the run of the experiment. For predicting and modeling of optimal cutting conditions, a hybrid approach of desirability function-based response surface methodology (DRSM) was acquainted.

Findings
The result of this study determines that desirability index (DI) was affected significantly with the machining parameter as well as their interaction. A confirmation test was carried out to analyze the degree of effectiveness of DRSM technique.

Originality/value
In PAC, the selection of process parameters and effect of that parameter on the output responses is of greater value because of the selection of best cutting condition.
Investigating the effect of helix angle and pressure angle on bending stress in helical gear under dynamic state
Authors: Patil Prashant Jaysing , Patil Maharudra , Joshi Krishnakumar 
Published: August 2018

Purpose
The aim of this paper is to study the effect of pressure angle and helix angle on bending stress at the root of helical gear tooth under dynamic state. Gear design is a highly complex process. The consistent demand to build low-cost, quieter and efficient machinery has resulted in a gradual change in gear design. Gear parameters such as pressure angle, helix angle, etc. affect the load-carrying capacity of gear teeth. Adequate load-carrying capacity of a gear is a prime requirement. The failure at the critical section because of bending stress is an unavoidable phenomenon. Besides this fact, the extent of these failures can be reduced by a proper gear design. The stresses produced under dynamic loading conditions in machine member differ considerably from those produced under static loading.

Design/methodology/approach
The present work is intended to study the effect of pressure angle and helix angle on the bending stress at the root of helical gear tooth under dynamic state. The photostress method has been used as experimental methods. Theoretical analysis was carried out by velocity factor method and Spott’s equation. LS DYNA has been used for finite element (FE) analysis.

Findings
The results show that experimental method gives a bending stress value that is closer to the true value, and bending stress varies with pressure angle and helix angle. The photostress technique gives clear knowledge of stress pattern at root of tooth.

Originality/value
The outcomes of this work help the designer use optimum weight-to-torque ratio of gear; this is ultimately going to reduce the total bulk of the gear box.
Enoch Powell's ‘Rivers of Blood’ Speech: Fifty Years On
Authors: Hickson Kevin 
Published: August 2018

AbstractFifty years ago, Enoch Powell made what still is one of the most notorious speeches in postwar British politics. Its tone was shocking for its use of inflammatory references to ethnic minority immigrants. Immigration continues to be divisive and references to it by politicians inevitably lead to comparisons with Powell. The aim of the collection is to examine Powell's speech from a number of perspectives, exploring how it was viewed both by contemporaries and in the light of subsequent developments. The objective of this article is to examine Powell's motivations, impact and legacy.
Becoming “Us”: Marital Name, Gender, and Agentic Work in Transition to Marriage
Authors: Castrén Anna‐Maija 
Published: August 2018

ObjectiveThe article examines gendered expectations in marital naming and gender differences in how Finnish couples of the opposite sex engage in agentic work when negotiating names in the transition to marriage.BackgroundWhereas most literature focuses on women, this study investigates the decision‐making as a process participated in by both partners. Negotiation on names illustrates the process of becoming “us,” a new family unit in which the name is an important symbol. In this process, the Nordic ideal of gender equality effectuated by the Finnish Names Act, which treats partners symmetrically, collides with the practice of patrilineal surnaming considered as being the “traditional way.”MethodA total of 19 couple interviews were analyzed from the perspective of gender reflexivity and agentic work engaged in by two partners.ResultsQualitative analysis highlighted the following three patterns in couples' reasoning: patrilineal naming as self‐evident, “it's her choice,” and equivalence. In most cases, however, the couples resolved the ambivalence between gender equality and patrilineal naming practices by the agentic work of women, whereas men were privileged to withdraw from the negotiations.ConclusionGendered dynamics of decision‐making point out the subtle ways in which a patriarchal mind‐set continues to have a hold on family formation at the micro‐level of family relationships despite the widespread acceptance of gender equality in society.
Displasia cleidocraneal: presentación de un caso
Authors: Ortega Rita Iris , Suárez Obando Fernando 
Published: August 2018

La displasia cleidocraneal es una displasia esquelética de herencia autosómicadominante caracterizada por anomalías craneales, claviculares y dentales, causada por mutaciones o deleciones en el gen RUNX2. Se presenta el caso de una niña de 6,5 años que acude remitida por un retraso en el cierre de la fontanela anterior y en la osificación de la pelvis, en quien se realiza el diagnóstico por hallazgos clínicos y radiológicos.
Glomerulonefritis asociada a derivación de líquido cefalorraquídeo
Authors: Córdoba Juan Pablo , Pinto Ramírez Jessica Liliana , González González Camilo Alberto , González Martha Patricia , García Padilla Paola Karina , Contreras Villamizar Kateir Mariel , Hurtado Iriarte Maite Estibalitz 
Published: August 2018

La nefritis por derivación es una glomerulonefritis mediada por inmunocomplejos,que saturan el sistema reticuloendotelial y se depositan en los capilares glomerulares,con lo que activan la cascada del complemento y la reacción inflamatoria crónica que lleva a una lesión renal. El diagnóstico clínico de las infecciones no es fácil; se da por gérmenes de baja virulencia que producen una infección crónica. Sin embargo, los cultivos pueden ser negativos. En este artículo se presenta un caso de nefritis por derivación tras dos años de colocación de una válvula ventriculoatrial, confirmada con biopsia renal, con posterior resolución tras su retiro. Los cultivos del paciente, así como los de la válvula, fueron negativos.
Factores clínicos asociados con masa cerebral de novo en pacientes que ingresan con cefalea al departamento de urgencias
Authors: Ávila Álvarez Albert Alejandro , Pérez-Fernandez Jose Leonardo , Naranjo Millan Julian Alberto , Beltrán Carrascal Elkin José , Apráez Alvaro Andrés Montenegro , Aguiar Martínez Leonar Giovanni , Pinto Andres Felipe , Gómez Luisa Fernanda , Bravo Adriana Carolina , Cabrera Maria Carolina , Acosta Naranjo Maria Paula 
Published: August 2018

La cefalea constituye uno de los principales síntomas de consulta en el servicio deurgencias y constituye un desafío para el médico. Objetivo: Determinar los factoresclínicos que están asociados con la presencia de masa cerebral en pacientes que debutancon cefalea. Metodología: Estudio retrospectivo de casos y controles. Se definió como caso cada paciente que consultó por cefalea con evidencia imagenológica por tomografía axial computarizada (TAC) o resonancia nuclear magnética (RMN)de masa cerebral. Los controles fueron pacientes con cefalea sin evidencia imagenológica de masa cerebral. El tamaño de muestra fue de 272 pacientes (62 casos y 210 controles).Para determinar los factores asociados al desenlace se realizó un análisis de regresión logística binaria, incluyendo variables plausibles con p < 0,2 en el análisis bivariado y aquellas biológicamente plausibles. Se calcularon los odds ratio ajustados (ORA) y sus respectivos intervalos de confianza. Se consideró significativo un valor de p < 0,5. Resultados: Las variables clínicas asociadas con la presencia de masa cerebral fueron: 1) antecedente de cáncer fuera del sistema nervioso central, 2) cefalea que empeora con las maniobras de Valsalva, 3) alteraciones en el examen motor y 4) cefalea que despierta al paciente en la noche. Conclusiones: Se encontró que las variables mencionadas constituyen signos de alarma predictivos de la presencia de cefalea secundaria a masa cerebral y son importantes en la evaluación de todo paciente que consultapor cefalea en el servicio de urgencias y pueden orientar para la toma de decisiones.
Síndrome hemofagocítico secundario a infección por tuberculosis extrapulmonar en población pediátrica, una patología de difícil diagnóstico
Authors: Brun Rocha Ernesto , Bedoya Henao Paula , Escobar Moriano Elena Patricia , Aguilar Mejía Javier Alfonso 
Published: August 2018

El síndrome hemofagocítico (SHF) o linfohistiocitosis hemofagocítica (LHH) se caracteriza por una activación y proliferación de linfocitos o histiocitos, los cuales secundariamente presentan hemofagocitosis no controlada y sobreproducción de citocinas. Síntomas como fiebre de inicio agudo, linfadenopatía generalizada, hepatoesplenomegalia, hipofibrinogenemia e hipertrigliceridemia caracterizan el síndrome. Su etiología puede ser primaria o secundaria. La LHH primaria está relacionada con factores genéticos; la secundaria está asociada a procesos infecciosos, neoplásicos o autoinmunes. Es un síndrome clínico potencialmente mortal que se produce en todos los grupos de edad. La LHH es la consecuencia de una reacción hiperinflamatoria aguda e incontrolada, que en la mayoría de los casos es provocada por un agente infeccioso. Ocurre con predominio en pacientes inmunocomprometidos y habitualmente es fatal. La gran mayoría de casos están reportados con infecciones por herpes virus. Sin embargo, una gran cantidad de microrganismos se asocian a su etiología. La tuberculosis es una infección poco descrita como causa de LHH secundario. Su diagnóstico como etiología asociada es complejo y muy difícil. La posibilidad de encontrar el Mycobacterium tuberculosis en los cultivos de muestras de tejido y líquido pleural es muy limitada, dado que la tuberculosis extrapulmonar es un proceso paucibacilar. Dentro de las herramientas diagnósticas disponibles, la medición de las concentraciones de adenosindeaminasa en el líquido pleural tiene una sensibilidad diagnóstica adecuada. Sus valores de corte siguen siendo materia de controversia.
Isometric Cervical Muscle Strength Does Not Affect Head Impact Kinematics in High School Boys’ Lacrosse
Authors: Kelshaw Patricia , Cortes Nelson , Caswell Amanda , Caswell Shane V. 
Published: August 2018

A growing topic in research is that of cervical strength to potentially mitigate head impact kinematics (HIK) and concussion risk. The purpose of this research was two-fold: (a) Assess the effects of isometric cervical muscle strength (ICMS) on HIK in high school boys’ lacrosse, and (b) investigate the relationship between cervical anthropometrics and ICMS, to create greater feasibility to approximate ICMS. All participants wore accelerometers during the season, and had their ICMS measured. No significant differences existed among ICMS classifications and HIK measures (p > .05). Cervical circumference showed a positive, moderately strong relationship with ICMS in extension (r = .63, p = .02). Our findings do not support previous research that has identified ICMS as a modifiable risk factor for mitigating HIK.
Physical Education Graduate Student Socialization in a Research-Focused Master’s Program
Authors: Richards K. Andrew R. , Gaudreault Karen Lux , Simonton Kelly L. , Simonton Angela 
Published: August 2018

Researchers have begun using occupational socialization theory to understand the experiences of physical education teacher education doctoral students and faculty members. Comparatively little work has been done with graduate students pursuing research-focused masters’ degrees. These programs can serve as pipelines into PhD programs and have implications for the process of becoming a faculty member. Using a qualitative methodology grounded in existential phenomenology, this 2-year longitudinal study sought to understand the perspectives of Angela and Kelly as they navigated the master’s degree program. Data were collected through interviews, an online discussion forum, and text message conversations. Data analysis resulted in the construction of three themes and associated subthemes to describe the data. The primary themes included: (a) adjusting to graduate student life, (b) the importance of relationships, and (c) preparing for life after graduate school. Results are discussed using occupational socialization theory, and implications for research and practice are suggested.
Whole-Genome Sequences of Two Listeria monocytogenes Serovar 1/2a Strains Responsible for a Severe Listeriosis Outbreak in Central Italy
Authors: Orsini Massimiliano , Cornacchia Alessandra , Patavino Claudio , Torresi Marina , Centorame Patrizia , Acciari Vicdalia Aniela , Ruolo Anna , Marcacci Maurilia , Ancora Massimo , Di Domenico Marco , Mangone Iolanda , Blasi Giuliana , Duranti Anna , Cammà Cesare , Pomilio Francesco , Migliorati Giacomo 
Published: August 2018

ABSTRACT

We report the whole-genome sequences of two
Listeria monocytogenes
strains responsible for a severe invasive listeriosis outbreak in central Italy that occurred in 2015 and 2016. These two strains differ by a single band in their pulsed-field gel electrophoresis (PFGE) profiles.
Complete Genome Sequence of a Field Isolate of Classical Swine Fever Virus Belonging to Subgenotype 2.2 from India
Authors: Tomar Neelam , Sharma Veena , John Jeny K. , Sethi Menaka , Ray Pradeep K. , Arya Rahul S. , Das Tareni , Saikumar G. 
Published: August 2018

ABSTRACT
The complete genome sequence of classical swine fever virus (CSFV) strain CSFV-UP-BR-KHG-06, from genotype 2.2, was determined. Comparative analysis based on the amino acid sequence of some important B-cell epitopes, T-cell epitopes, glycosylation sites, and conformational residues showed the striking differences between the group 2 virus KHG-06 and the vaccine strains HCLV/India and C-strain.
Draft Genome Sequence of Lactococcus sp. Strain NtB2 (JCM 32569), Isolated from the Gut of the Higher Termite Nasutitermes takasagoensis
Authors: Noda Satoko , Aihara Chihiro , Yuki Masahiro , Ohkuma Moriya 
Published: August 2018

ABSTRACT

Lactic acid bacteria are widely distributed in the termite gut. Here, we report the draft genome sequence of
Lactococcus
sp. strain NtB2, which was isolated from the gut of a wood-feeding higher termite.
First Complete Genome Sequence of Piscine Orthoreovirus Variant 3 Infecting Coho Salmon (Oncorhynchus kisutch) Farmed in Southern Chile
Authors: Bohle Harry , Bustos Patricio , Leiva Laura , Grothusen Horst , Navas Esteban , Sandoval Alvaro , Bustamante Fernando , Montecinos Karen , Gaete Alvaro , Mancilla Marcos 
Published: August 2018

ABSTRACT
We report here the complete genome of an isolate of piscine orthoreovirus variant 3 sequenced from a moribund coho salmon with jaundice that was reared in a seawater farm in southern Chile. The genome consists of 23,627 bp, including 10 segments that range from 1,052 bp (segment S4) to 4,014 bp (segment L1).
Draft Genome Sequences of Two Sporothrix schenckii Clinical Isolates Associated with Human Sporotrichosis in Colombia
Authors: Gomez Oscar M. , Alvarez Laura C. , Muñoz Jose F. , Misas Elizabeth , Gallo Juan E. , Jimenez Maria del P. , Arango Myrtha , McEwen Juan G. , Hernandez Orville , Clay Oliver K. 
Published: August 2018

ABSTRACT

Sporothrix schenckii
is a thermodimorphic fungal pathogen with a high genetic diversity. In this work, we present the assembly and similarity analysis of the whole-genome sequences of two clinical isolates from Colombia of
S. schenckii
sensu stricto
.
Draft Genome Sequences of Cloacibacterium normanense IMET F, a Microalgal Growth-Promoting Bacterium, and Aeromonas jandaei IMET J, a Microalgal Growth-Inhibiting Bacterium
Authors: Singh Shailendra Kumar , Major Samuel R. , Cai Haiyuan , Chen Feng , Hill Russell T. , Li Yantao 
Published: August 2018

ABSTRACT

We report here the whole-genome sequencing results of two bacterial isolates,
Aeromonas jandaei
IMET J and
Cloacibacterium normanense
IMET F, that inhibit (possibly due to denitrifying gene clusters) and promote (possibly due to an ammonification system), respectively, the growth of the microalgal strains
Scenedesmus
HTB1 and
Chlorella vulgaris
1807.
Determinants of patient and health system delay among Italian and foreign-born patients with pulmonary tuberculosis: a multicentre cross-sectional study
Authors: Quattrocchi Annalisa , Barchitta Martina , Nobile Carmelo G A , Prato Rosa , Sotgiu Giovanni , Casuccio Alessandra , Vitale Francesco , Agodi Antonella 
Published: August 2018

ObjectivesThe aim of this cross-sectional study was to identify key factors associated with patient delay (PD), health system delay (HSD) and total delay (TOTD) in patients with tuberculosis (TB) to inform control programmes.SettingThe study was conducted in four Italian regions in 2014–2016. Data were obtained using a questionnaire including: sociodemographic and lifestyle data, TB comorbidities, patient knowledge and attitudes towards TB, stigma, access to TB care and health-seeking behaviours.ParticipantsPatients’ inclusion criteria were being diagnosed as a new smear positive pulmonary TB case and living in one of the participating Italian regions. Overall, 344 patients from 30 healthcare centres were invited to participate and 253 patients were included in the analysis (26.5% non-response rate); 63.6% were males and 55.7% were non-Italian born.Outcome measuresRisk factors for PD, HSD and TOTD in patients with TB were assessed by multivariable analysis. Adjusted ORs (aOR) and 95% CIs were calculated.ResultsMedian PD, HSD and TOTD were 30, 11 and 45 days, respectively. Factors associated with longer PD were: stigma (aOR 2.30; 95% CI 1.06 to 4.98), chest pain (aOR 2.67; 95% CI 1.24 to 6.49), weight loss (aOR 4.66; 95% CI 2.16 to 10.05), paying for transportation (aOR 2.66; 95% CI 1.24 to 5.74) and distance to the health centre (aOR 2.46; 95% CI 1.05 to 5.74) (the latter three were also associated with TOTD). Shorter HSD was associated with foreign-born and female status (aOR 0.50; 95% CI 0.27 to 0.91; aOR 0.28; 95% CI 0.15 to 0.53, respectively), dizziness (aOR 0.18, 95% CI 0.04 to 0.78) and seeking care at hospital (aOR 0.35; 95% CI 0.18 to 0.66). Prior unspecific treatment was associated with longer HSD (aOR 2.25; 95% CI 1.19 to 4.25) and TOTD (aOR 2.55; 95% CI 1.18 to 5.82). Haemoptysis (aOR 0.12; 95% CI 0.03 to 0.43) and repeated visits with the same provider (aOR 0.29; 95% CI 0.11 to 0.76) showed shorter TOTD.ConclusionsThis study identifies several determinants of delays associated with patient’s behaviours and healthcare qualities. Tackling TB effectively requires addressing key risk factors that make individuals more vulnerable by the means of public health policy, cooperation and advocacy to ensure that all patients have easy access to care and receive high-quality healthcare.
Workplace health promotion for employees working in offshore wind parks in the German exclusive economic zone: a mixed-methods study
Authors: Mette Janika , Velasco Garrido Marcial , Preisser Alexandra Marita , Harth Volker , Mache Stefanie 
Published: August 2018

ObjectivesTo investigate the awareness and use of health promotion offers among offshore wind workers and to study associations with demographic and workplace characteristics. To examine employees’ reasons for (non-)participation and their wishes for health promotion activities offshore.DesignMixed-methods study presenting the results from semistructured telephone interviews and a web-based cross-sectional survey.SettingOffshore wind parks in the German exclusive economic zone in the North and Baltic Seas.Participants21 offshore workers in the qualitative study (19 male/2 female; all German). 303 offshore workers in the quantitative study (287 male/13 female; 275 German/24 other nationalities).Outcome measuresAwareness and use of workplace health promotion offers and associations with demographic and workplace characteristics (age, work schedule and wind park phase); reasons for (non-)participation; needs and wishes for health promotion offers.ResultsFew workers indicated being aware of health promotion programmes at their workplace. Single offers were reported, with fitness facilities being the most common offer employees recognised and had used (n=168, 55.6%). Employees with a regular work schedule were more likely to have used fitness facilities offshore (adjusted OR (AOR)=3.22, 95% CI 1.53 to 6.80). Workers in the construction phase were more likely to have used massages (AOR=8.19, 95% CI 2.82 to 23.77). Younger workers were less likely to belong to the group of those who were aware of fitness facilities but had not used them (AOR=0.43, 95% CI 0.19 to 0.98). Employees expressed various needs and wishes for behavioural and environmental preventive measures offshore.ConclusionsThe results demonstrate a perceived need among the workers for the development of health promotion programmes offshore. Since the awareness and use of offers may partly depend on personal and organisational characteristics, this should be taken into account in the planning of health promotion activities.
Qualitative accounts from Syrian health professionals regarding violations of the right to health, including the use of chemical weapons, in opposition-held Syria
Authors: Footer Katherine H A , Clouse Emily , Rayes Diana , Sahloul Zaher , Rubenstein Leonard S 
Published: August 2018

ObjectivesTo explore the impact of the conflict, including the use of chemical weapons, in Syria on healthcare through the experiences of health providers using a public health and human rights lens.DesignA qualitative study using semi-structured interviews conducted in-person or over Skype using a thematic analysis approach.SettingInterviews were conducted with Syrian health workers operating in opposition-held Syria in cooperation with a medical relief organisation in Gaziantep, Turkey.ParticipantsWe examined data from 29 semi-structured in-depth interviews with a sample of health professionals with current or recent work-related experience in opposition-controlled areas of Syria, including respondents to chemical attacks.ResultsFindings highlight the health worker experience of attacks on health infrastructure and services in Syria and consequences in terms of access and scarcity in availability of essential medicines and equipment. Quality of services is explored through physicians’ accounts of the knock-on effect of shortages of equipment, supplies and personnel on the right to health and its ethical implications. Health workers themselves were found to be operating under extreme conditions, in particular responding to the most recent chemical attacks that occurred in 2017, with implications for their own health and mental well-being.ConclusionsThe study provides unique insight into the impact war has had on Syrian’s right to health through the accounts of a sample of Syrian health professionals, with continuing relevance to the current conflict and professional issues facing health workers in conflict settings.