bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Fractures of the transverse processes of the fourth and fifth lumbar vertebrae in patients with pelvic ring injuries
Authors: Winkelmann M. , Lopez Izquierdo M. , Clausen J-D. , Liodakis E. , Mommsen P. , Blossey R. , Krettek C. , Zeckey C. 
Published: August 2018

AimsThis study aimed to analyze the correlation between transverse process (TP) fractures of the fourth (L4) and fifth (L5) lumbar vertebrae and biomechanical and haemodynamic stability in patients with a pelvic ring injury, since previous data are inconsistent.Patients and MethodsThe study is a retrospective matched-pair analysis of patients with a pelvic fracture according to the modified Tile AO Müller and the Young and Burgess classification who presented to a level 1 trauma centre between January 2005 and December 2014.ResultsA total of 728 patients with pelvic ring injuries were included, of whom 183 (25.1%) had a biomechanically unstable pelvic fracture. Of these patients, 84 (45.9%) had a fracture of a TP of L4 and/or L5. A total of 73 patients (13.4%) with a stable pelvic ring injury (p < 0.001) had a fracture of a TP. Patients with a fracture of a TP of L4 and/or L5 had a 5.5-fold risk (odds ratio (OR)) of having a biomechanically unstable pelvic injury. TP fractures (OR 1.6, p = 0.2) could not be confirmed as an independent predictor of haemodynamic instability.ConclusionThis is the first study that has demonstrated a positive correlation between a TP fracture of L4 and/or L5 and a biomechanically unstable pelvic ring injury. The presence of transverse process fractures of L4 and/or L5 indicates increased severity of pelvic injury and therefore can help in the planning of emergency treatment. Cite this article: Bone Joint J 2018;100-B:1214–19.
The ‘clicky hip’
Authors: Humphry S. , Thompson D. , Price N. , Williams P. R. 
Published: August 2018

Aims The significance of the ‘clicky hip’ in neonatal and infant examination remains controversial with recent conflicting papers reigniting the debate. We aimed to quantify rates of developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) in babies referred with ‘clicky hips’ to our dedicated DDH clinic. Patients and Methods A three-year prospective cohort study was undertaken between 2014 and 2016 assessing the diagnosis and treatment outcomes of all children referred specifically with ‘clicky hips’ as the primary reason for referral to our dedicated DDH clinic. Depending on their age, they were all imaged with either ultrasound scan or radiographs. Results There were 69 ‘clicky hip’ referrals over the three-year period. This represented 26.9% of the total 257 referrals received in that time. The mean age at presentation was 13.6 weeks (1 to 84). A total of 19 children (28%) referred as ‘clicky hips’ were noted to have hip abnormalities on ultrasound scan, including 15 with Graf Type II hips (7 bilateral), one Graf Type III hip, and three Graf Type IV hips. Of these, ten children were treated with a Pavlik harness, with two requiring subsequent closed reduction in theatre; one child was treated primarily with a closed reduction and adductor tenotomy. In total, 11 (15.9%) of the 69 ‘clicky hip’ referrals required intervention with either harness or surgery. Conclusion Our study provides further evidence that the ‘clicky hip’ referral can represent an underlying diagnosis of DDH and should, in our opinion, always lead to further clinical and radiological assessment. In the absence of universal ultrasound screening, we would encourage individual units to carefully assess their own outcomes and protocols for ‘clicky hip’ referrals and tailor ongoing service provision to local populations and local referral practices. Cite this article: Bone Joint J 2018;100-B:1249–52.
Analysis of Non Linear Frequency Modulation (NLFM) Waveforms for Pulse Compression Radar
Authors: Widyantara Muhamad Ridwan , - Sugihartono , Suratman Fiky Y. , Widodo Slamet , Daud Pamungkas 
Published: August 2018

Non Linear Frequency Modulation (NLFM) method can suppress the peak sidelobe level without additional windowing function. NLFM doesn’t require any weighting function because it has inbuilt one. NLFM has a variable frequency deviation function due to the relation between frequency and time of the signal which is not linear so that it is possible to suppress of peak sidelobe level. This paper studies the characteristic of various NLFM waveform, such as NLFM Tri Stage Piece Wise (TSPW), NLFM S, and NLFM Taylor. The study of Pulse Compression of NLFM waveform consists of three aspects. First, analysis of pulse compression performance. Second, analysis of background noise. Last, analysis of Doppler effects. The simulation is done using Matlab software. The lowest value Peak Sidelobe Level (PSL)of NLFM TSPW is about -20 dB while NLFM S and NLFM Taylor are about -32 dB and -39 dB. Additive White Gaussian Noise (AWGN) and Doppler Effect influenced the value of PSL for each NLFM waveform. NLFM Taylor has the best NLFM waveform when the Doppler Effect and AWGN cause the value of PSL become high. Comparison between NLFM Taylor and Linear Frequency Modulation(LFM) is done in radar surveillance applications to analyze the detectability performance where the condition of Radar Cross Section (RCS) for each target has different significant value. The three targets are commercial airplanes, helicopter and fighter. For detectability performance, NLFM Taylor can detect more clearly than LFM conventional.
IMPACT OF SHADOW BANKING ACTIVITIES AS NON BANK INTERMEDIATION TOWARD REGULATORY DEVELOPMENTS IN FUNCTION CONTROL OF FINANCIAL SERVICES SECTOR IN INDONESIA
Authors: Abubakar Lastuti , Sukmadilaga C. , Handayani Tri 
Published: August 2018

Based on the Global Shadow Banking Monitory Report 2015 issued by the Financial Stability Board, global shadow banking activities manage 80% of global GDP and 90% of the global financial system assets. Hence, this study aimed to examine the regulation and supervision of shadow banking activities in Indonesia. The method used is normative juridical with descriptive analytical research specifications. Based on the research results as follows : regulation of shadow banking in Indonesia's financial services sector covers all financial institutions outside the banking sector or Non-Bank Financial Institutions that the regulations are scattered in various rules. Indonesia has developed an integrated surveillance system for the entire financial services sector, include NBFIs. Development of shadow banking regulation will be based on the strengthening of reporting, monitoring, supervision and regulation. Keywords : regulatory developments, shadow banking, and supervision
Ten film byl(a) pohádka
Authors: Hrdlička Milan 
Published: August 2018

V případě predikátu, který tvoří sponové sloveso být a jméno v nominativu, dochází k situacím, kdy je v komunikaci možná dvojí shoda predikátového slovesa v minulém čase, a to buď se jménem v roli subjektu (Ten film byl pohádka), nebo se jménem, kteří tvoří verbonominální predikát (Ten film byla pohádka). Z důvodu snadnějšího odlišení gramatické role obou jmen se zejména v odborném textu a v publicistice ponechá jméno v subjektu v nominativu a „přísudkové jméno“ figuruje v instrumentálu.
Gastrointestinal defects and immunodeficiency syndrome with normal in vitro IgG production
Authors: Langlois Alexandra , Torabi Bahar , Dembele Marieme , Desjardins Marylin , Alizadehfar Reza , Ben-Shohan Moshe , De Bie Isabelle , Santanna Ana , McCusker Christine , Mazer Bruce 
Published: August 2018

Background: Gastrointestinal defects and immunodeficiency syndrome (GIDID) is a severe neonatal disorder usually fatal within the first months of life. We report a case presenting with intestinal atresia, combined immunodeficiency, and a novel association with hypothyroidism and cardiac malformations. The immune phenotype was remarkable for agammaglobulinemia, lymphopenia, and mildly decreased lymphocyte proliferation. We present here the unique phenotype as well as studies to determine if the agammaglobulinemia was due to an intrinsic B lymphocyte defect. Methods: Peripheral blood mononuclear cells from the patient and a healthy control were isolated by Ficoll-Hypaque centrifugation and stimulated with anti-CD40, IL-4 and IL-21 for 7 days. Total IgG production was measured by ELISA in the supernatant of the stimulated sample on day 7. Cells were stained for CD19, CD27, IgM, CD11b, CD11c, and CD14. Results: At day 7, supernatant from the patient stimulated cells contained levels of total IgG comparable to the control (755 ng/mL vs. 658 ng/mL, respectively). B cell maturation appeared impaired, as morphologically the patient sample demonstrated fewer B cell clones and cells with dendritic projections. Conclusions: Despite this typical severe clinical picture of GIDID with agammaglobulinemia, IgG production was detected under optimal stimulation for induction of plasma cells. This suggests that there may not be an inherent defect in class switching and antibody production in B cells in this disorder. It is possible that the in vivo physical or cytokine milieu may be defective for optimal B cell function. Further studies assessing the function of the immune cells as well as possible gastrointestinal loss of immunoglobulins are needed in this disease. Statement of novelty: Despite much improvement in understanding the effects of TTC7A mutations in GIDID, the root cause of hypogammaglobulinemia in these patients is still unclear. The work portrayed in this study furthers the current knowledge. It suggests that when appropriately stimulated in vitro, this patient’s B cells were capable of adequate immunoglobulin production. Moreover, to the best of our knowledge, this patient is the first with this genetic defect to be reported with hypothyroidism and cardiac malformations.
Community-Based Ecotourism Management: The Case of a Cooperative in Mazatlán, Sinaloa, Mexico
Authors: Ramos-García Jorge , Ibarra-Michel Juan Pedro , Velarde-Valdez Mónica 
Published: August 2018

AbstractNature-based ecotourism has been a growing trend, especially in rural areas where balance with the environment is desirable and it turns into a driver for economic and social development. An ecotourism cooperative operating in the “El Verde Camacho” Sanctuary, is an example of collaborative work between the government experts and the community. The cooperative was created with the support of the National Commission of Natural Protected Areas (CONANP, in Spanish Comisión Nacional de Áreas Naturales Protegidas), developed and funded by this government office, it involved the advice of experts in ecology as well as cooperative’s management and residents of “El Recreo” community. This study aims to describe the involvement process and community management as well as the benefits derived from ecotourism according to the reviewed literature; a case study with a qualitative approach was defined in the Sanctuary in this regard. Semi-structured interviews were used to discover community members’ perception of management involvement and benefits of ecotourism. The findings show positive opinions of community residents.
When Yes Means No: GOP Congressional Strategy and the Reauthorization of the VRA in 2006
Authors: Jones M. Adrienne 
Published: August 2018

Abstract
This article investigates the relationship between Congressional GOP roll call votes on the Voting Rights Act reauthorization (VRARA) in 2006 and the GOP response to Shelby v. Holder in 2013. Why did the GOP support the VRARA in 2006 and the Shelby decision in 2013 that effectively nullified the VRA? The analysis presented here will demonstrate that the ideological position of the GOP – opposition to the VRA – was the same in both situations. Because Congress was a politically dangerous place for the GOP to oppose the VRA in 2006, it widened the scope of the conflict and helped facilitate the evisceration of Section 5 by the Supreme Court, instead of attempting to achieve that goal in Congress.
Strengthening Trust in Israeli Financial Market: The Case of the Demutualisation of the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange
Authors: Anidjar Leon Yehuda 
Published: August 2018

Abstract
The Israeli stock market is in turmoil. In recent years, the Israel Securities Authority has initiated significant legislative changes intended to tighten the regulation applying to public companies in Israel. These legislative changes drew their inspiration from Anglo-American law. However, it became apparent that these changes significantly impeded the operations of public companies in Israel, leading to the deletion of such companies from trading and their registration in countries with more lenient regulation. The fall in the scope of trading on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange led to mutual recriminations between the chairperson of the Israel Securities Authority and the chairperson of the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange concerning the reasons for the current situation. The steep decline in the scope of trading on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange exposed a crisis of trust in Israeli financial markets. I shall argue that to encourage trust in Israeli financial market, we should adopt a general reform regarding the implementation of internal corporate governance mechanisms in the working process of the Israel Securities Authority and Tel Aviv Stock Exchange. In this framework, I will discuss the implication of several insights derived from the Organizational Management theory on special processes which could enhance cooperation between financial authorities and self-regulatory organizations in Israel. I believe that adopting those processes in Israel may contribute significantly to improving trust in the local financial markets.
Differences in the viscoelastic properties between earlywood and latewood in the growth rings of Chinese fir as analyzed by dynamic mechanical analysis (DMA) in the temperature range between −120°C and 120°C
Authors: Li Anxin , Jiang Jiali , Lu Jianxiong 
Published: August 2018

Abstract
To clarify the viscoelasticity of earlywood (EW) and latewood (LW) within different growth rings of Chinese fir, the following data were determined: absolute dry density, percentage of tracheid cell wall, microfibril angle (MFA), modulus of elasticity (MOE), storage modulus (E′) and loss modulus (E″) within the 3rd and 6th growth rings (in heartwood, hW) and the 14th and 18th growth rings (in sapwood, sW). The E′ and E″ data were obtained by dynamic mechanical analysis (DMA) between −120°C and 120°C, at a heating rate of 1°C min−1 at the frequencies of 1, 2, 5 and 10 Hz under a dynamic load amplitude of 10 μm. All measured data were different between EW and LW. In the same growth ring, LW had a greater MOE and larger E′ than those of EW due to the higher density of LW. The MOE and E′ increased for both EW and LW with increasing tree age. The variation of MFA in different growth rings of EW influenced the MOE and E′. Both density and the MFA affected the MOE and E′ in LW. The profiles of E″ plots vs. DMA temperature reveal two maxima around −12°C (β mechanical relaxation process, βMRP) and 12°C (αMRP). The LW-MRP maxima are higher than those of EW, but in both cases increased with tree age. No frequency dependence was seen for the αMRP, whereas the loss peak temperature (LPT) of the βMRP increased with increasing frequency of DMA. Almost no difference in αLPT was observed between the four EW growth rings, and their βLPTs were similar. The LW-αLPT was almost the same in the four growth rings, but the hW-βLPT was higher than that of sW. In addition, the apparent activation energy (ΔH) of the hW-βMRP was greater than that of sW in both EW and LW, and the EW data>LW data in individual growth rings. These differences can be explained tentatively that hW and EW contain more extractives than sW and LW, and the deposited of extractives limit the motion of molecular segments within the cell walls.
Statistical Analysis of FSO Links Employing Multiple Transmitter/Receiver Strategy over Double-Generalized and Gamma–Gamma Fading Channel Using Different Modulation Techniques
Authors: Miglani Rajan , Malhotra Jagjit Singh 
Published: August 2018

AbstractFree space optical (FSO) communication links have recently received lot of attention as high bandwidth and cost-effective access technique. However, the transmission medium, i. e. atmosphere, itself is a major spoilsport factor as atmospheric turbulence may lead to fading. The legacy of spatial diversity techniques which have already proven their worth as effective mechanism to counter channel fading in radio links has also been extended to FSO links in this paper. A mathematical model to evaluate error rate performance of FSO links over strong turbulent conditions using gamma–gamma and double-generalized gamma channel model for different modulation techniques has also been included. It was observed that higher modulation techniques such as binary phase shift keying (BPSK) and differential phase shift keying (DPSK) allow superior error performance as compared to on–off keying (OOK) links, and this performance further enhances with incorporation of spatial diversity techniques. However, across different diversity options, explained in this paper, BPSK–MISO links were the best choice for turbulent conditions.
A Radio over Fiber (RoF) Based Single Sideband Modulated Passive Optical Network (PON) Using Mach Zender Modulator Based on Different Electrical Phase Shifts
Authors: Sheikh Hilal Ahmad , Sharma Anurag 
Published: August 2018

Abstract
This research work provides an insight on a radio over fiber (RoF) based passive optical network (RoF-PON) utilizing two diverse electrical phase shifts with optical single sideband modulation (OSSB) by exploiting Mach Zender modulator. The influence of chromatic dispersion (CD) in PONs employing single mode fiber (SMF) is a noteworthy issue and should be limited. The two techniques of OSSB modulation, in view of the two distinct angles of the hybrid coupler are employed for the design and implementation of RoF-PON. The RF signal is partitioned into two ways equally before applying it to the dual drive Mach Zender modulator input, utilizing an electrical hybrid coupler that imparts two discrete phase shifts of 90° and 120° to generate two OSSB signals individually. By utilizing traditional OSSB technique having 90° phase shift, either of the first-order sideband (lower or upper first order) suppression occurs yet second-order harmonics are still existent in the system. As opposed to this, the OSSB technique using 120° phase shift causes the suppression of either lower first order and higher second order sideband or vice versa. When contrasted to the PON based on traditional technique (90° phase shift technique), the suppression of second order sideband in PON using 120° technique lessens the system CD. Hence the PON based on 120° phase shift technique has enhanced functionality in terms of system BER, received power and power losses as compared to that with traditional OSSB technique.
Taxonomic and genetic diversity of rodents from the Arsi Mountains (Ethiopia)
Authors: Kostin Danila S. , Kasso Mohammed , Komarova Valeria A. , Martynov Alexey A. , Gromov Anton R. , Alexandrov Dmitry Y. , Bekele Afework , Zewdie Chemere , Bryja Josef , Lavrenchenko Leonid A. 
Published: August 2018

Abstract
The Arsi Mountains (Southeastern Ethiopian mountain block) are a unique region comprising a range of habitats, including natural montane forest, extensive ericaceous scrub and small, restricted patches of Afroalpine ecosystem. During 3 years of sampling small mammals, 13 rodent species were recorded, including the extremely rare Mus imberbis and Dendromus nikolausi. Genetic analysis was used to shed light on the taxonomic diversity of rodents in the Arsi Mountains and their evolutionary associations with populations from other Ethiopian montane massifs (including the neighbouring Bale Mountains). All species recorded are endemic to the Ethiopian highlands. The results of this study provide the first genetically confirmed data on the occurrence of such endemic species as Lophuromys melanonyx, L. chrysopus and a yet undescribed Dendromus species in the Arsi Mountains. The genetic affinities of some Arsi rodents with their conspecifics in the neighbouring Bale Mountains were also explored. The results suggest the Arsi Mountains as one of the most important hotspots of unique Ethiopian mammal diversity.
Turtles, Locks, and Bathrooms: Understanding Mental Models of Privacy Through Illustration
Authors: Oates Maggie , Ahmadullah Yama , Marsh Abigail , Swoopes Chelse , Zhang Shikun , Balebako Rebecca , Cranor Lorrie Faith 
Published: August 2018

Abstract
Are the many formal definitions and frameworks of privacy consistent with a layperson’s understanding of privacy? We explored this question and identified mental models and metaphors of privacy, conceptual tools that can be used to improve privacy tools, communication, and design for everyday users. Our investigation focused on a qualitative analysis of 366 drawings of privacy from laypeople, privacy experts, children, and adults. Illustrators all responded to the prompt “What does privacy mean to you?” We coded each image for content, identifying themes from established privacy frameworks and defining the visual and conceptual metaphors illustrators used to model privacy. We found that many non-expert drawings illustrated a strong divide between public and private physical spaces, while experts were more likely to draw nuanced data privacy spaces. Young children’s drawings focused on bedrooms, bathrooms, or cheating on schoolwork, and seldom addressed data privacy. The metaphors, themes, and symbols identified by these findings can be used for improving privacy communication, education, and design by inspiring and informing visual and conceptual strategies for reaching laypeople.
NoMoAds: Effective and Efficient Cross-App Mobile Ad-Blocking
Authors: Shuba Anastasia , Markopoulou Athina , Shafiq Zubair 
Published: August 2018

Abstract
Although advertising is a popular strategy for mobile app monetization, it is often desirable to block ads in order to improve usability, performance, privacy, and security. In this paper, we propose NoMoAds to block ads served by any app on a mobile device. NoMoAds leverages the network interface as a universal vantage point: it can intercept, inspect, and block outgoing packets from all apps on a mobile device. NoMoAds extracts features from packet headers and/or payload to train machine learning classifiers for detecting ad requests. To evaluate NoMoAds, we collect and label a new dataset using both EasyList and manually created rules. We show that NoMoAds is effective: it achieves an F-score of up to 97.8% and performs well when deployed in the wild. Furthermore, NoMoAds is able to detect mobile ads that are missed by EasyList (more than one-third of ads in our dataset). We also show that NoMoAds is efficient: it performs ad classification on a per-packet basis in real-time. To the best of our knowledge, NoMoAds is the first mobile ad-blocker to effectively and efficiently block ads served across all apps using a machine learning approach.