bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Epigenetic memory effects in forest trees: a victory of “Michurinian biology”?
Authors: Gömöry Dušan , Hrivnák Matúš , Krajmerová Diana , Longauer Roman 
Published: November 2017

AbstractThe study reviews trait inheritance, which is in contradiction with the rules of Mendelian genetics, and which was object of controversies among biologists (sometimes with grave political consequences) in the USSR and Sovietcontrolled countries in the 1930s-1960s. “Carryover” or “memory” effects of the climate, to which maternal trees are exposed during seed development, on phenological behavior and other adaptively relevant traits of their offspring in conifers are mentioned; similar effects are associated with the germination and early growth environment. Molecular mechanisms underlying these effects include covalent modifications of DNA or DNA-associated proteins (cytosine methylation, various types of histone modifications), micro-RNAs and small interfering RNAs. Tools for the identification of these modifications are reviewed with a focus on cytosine methylation, along with an overview of the hitherto knowledge on the occurrence of DNA modifications in forest trees. The practical implications of epigenetic inheritance in forest trees are discussed with the focus on the adaptation to climate change and legislation on forest reproductive materials.
A random cloud algorithm for the Schrödinger equation
Authors: Kraft Markus , Wagner Wolfgang 
Published: November 2017

Abstract
In this paper we present a numerical scheme for the Random Cloud Model (RCM) on a bounded domain which approximates the solution of the time-dependent Schrödinger equation. The RCM is formulated as a Markov jump process on a particle number state space. Based on this process a stochastic algorithm is developed. It is shown that the algorithm reproduces the dynamics of the time-dependent Schrödinger equation for exact initial conditions on a bounded domain. The algorithm is then tested for two different cases. First, it is shown that the RCM reproduces the analytic solution for a particle in a potential well with infinite potential. Second, the RCM is used to study three cases with finite potential walls. It is found that the potential triggers processes, which produces RCM particles at a high rate that annihilate each other.
Heavily Si-doped InAs photoluminescence measurements
Authors: Grodecki Kacper , Murawski Krzysztof , Henig Aleksandra , Michalczewski Krystian , Benyahia Djalal , Kubiszyn Łukasz , Martyniuk Piotr 
Published: November 2017

Abstract
In this paper, we present experimental results of photoluminescence for series of InAs:Si heavily doped samples, with doping level varying from 1.6 × 1016 cm-3 to 2.93 × 1018 cm-3. All samples were grown using MBE system equipped with a valved arsenic cracker. The measurements were performed in the temperature range of 20 K to 100 K. Although the Mott transition in InAs appears for electron concentrations above 1014 cm-3, Burstein-Moss broadening of photoluminescence spectra presented in this article was observed only for samples with concentration higher than 2 × 1017 cm-3. For the samples with lower concentrations two peaks were observed, arising from the band gap and defect states. The intensity of the defect peak was found to be decreasing with increasing temperature as well as increasing concentration, up to the point of disappearance when the Burstein-Moss broadening was visible.
Medical Students’ Working Preferences - A Pilot Study in Romania
Authors: Marcu Andreea 
Published: November 2017

Abstract
Health workforce migration affects healthcare services from all around the world. This present study hypothesized that: Romanian medical students’ preference of a workplace is based not only on factors such as economical, working conditions and professional development, but also on other factors that are more related to personal values. A cross-sectional study was conducted involving 215 medical students from Cluj-Napoca. Students were invited to take part in a career preference questionnaire about: socio-demographic factors, work environment, job characteristics, influence of family and friends and the students’ intention to emigrate. Results show that students would choose a job based on: quality of working conditions, intellectual challenges, job security, the location of job in an urban area, income and a good atmosphere at the workplace. The factors impacting the migration are: quality of working conditions, desire of support from nurses and acceptance of a job even if is far from where the students’ family lives. The results could influence legislation on health and workforce mobility and improve the workforce recruitment, retention and motivation aspects on long-term.
Children born of War and Social Trust – Analysing Consequences of Rejection
Authors: Meckel Andrea , Mochmann Ingvill C. , Voicu Bogdan , Miertsch Martin 
Published: November 2017

AbstractThis article examines the question whether rejection experiences negatively relate to the social trust of Children Born of War (CBOW) and if this connection is mediated by sense of self-worth. CBOW is a group of people born out of relations during war- and post-war times, involving one parent being a foreign soldier, a para-military officer, rebel or other person directly participating in the hostilities, while the other parent is a member of the native population. Also children born to child soldiers and children fathered by members of a peacekeeping troop are included within this group. These children, due to their biological background, often grow up in a surrounding in which they are perceived as child of the enemy. The general hypothesis is that, due to their exposure to rejection experiences by their caregivers as well as by the society, CBOW are less likely to develop trust. It is further assumed that this relationship is mediated by the sense of self-worth. A structural equation model was applied to test the relation using a sample of Norwegian children born of war. Results indicate that CBOW who experience rejection share a lower sense of self-worth, which is further connected to lower trust, whereas no direct association between rejection experiences and trust was found.
Genetic conservation in Parkia biglobosa (Fabaceae: Mimosoideae) - what do we know?
Authors: Lompo D. , Vinceti B. , Gaisberger H. , Konrad H. , Duminil J. , Ouedraogo M. , Sina S. , Geburek T. 
Published: November 2017

AbstractThe medicinal and food tree species Parkia biglobosa (Fabaceae: Mimosoideae) is widespread in the Sudanian savannahs of sub-Saharan Africa, where it has a strong socio-cultural and economic importance. Populations of this species are highly threatened in large parts of its range due to overexploitation and environmental degradation. In the light of climatic changes, safeguarding the genetic diversity of the species is crucial to foster adaptation and to support its long-term survival. Genetic insight is also relevant to guide sustainable harvesting. This paper has the objective to review information on the species’ geographic distribution, reproductive biology, genetic characteristics and existing conservation practices, and to identify knowledge gaps to orientate future conservation and research focus. The literature review revealed that the species is mainly outcrossed and is pollinated by a diversity of vectors, including bats that allow long-pollen dispersal. When bats are absent, pollination is mainly carried out by honey bees and stingless bees and in such case pollen-mediated gene flow is relatively restricted. Data of a large-scale genetic study based on allozyme markers showing a moderate genetic differentiation among populations were reanalyzed using an inverse distance weighted interpolation function. Three distinctive regions of diversity based on allelic richness and expected heterozygosity were identified. Finally, we discuss future challenges for genetic conservation by emphasizing the need to use both neutral and adaptive markers in future research.
BACKWARD INDUCTION: MERITS AND FLAWS
Authors: Kamiński Marek M. 
Published: November 2017

Abstract
Backward induction (BI) was one of the earliest methods developed for solving finite sequential games with perfect information. It proved to be especially useful in the context of Tom Schelling’s ideas of credible versus incredible threats. BI can be also extended to solve complex games that include an infinite number of actions or an infinite number of periods. However, some more complex empirical or experimental predictions remain dramatically at odds with theoretical predictions obtained by BI. The primary example of such a troublesome game is Centipede. The problems appear in other long games with sufficiently complex structure. BI also shares the problems of subgame perfect equilibrium and fails to eliminate certain unreasonable Nash equilibria.
BETWEEN THE RIGHT AND THE COMMON. HOW GROUPS REACT TO SOCIALLY UNDESIRABLE BEHAVIOUR
Authors: Komendant-Brodowska Agata 
Published: November 2017

Abstract
The aim of the paper is to analyse the relationship between group characteristics and the scope of reaction of the group to socially undesirable behaviour. Sometimes small groups or communities fail to react to undesirable or violent behaviour and their apathy can have devastating consequences. Such a situation can occur among co-workers witnessing workplace mobbing, or neighbours who do not react to a suspicion of domestic violence. Reasons for their inaction are diverse and can include fear, doubts concerning the necessity of such a reaction, and also conformity. In the paper I examine a seemingly favourable situation: I assume that reaction is costless and all the members of the group would like to react (internalised norm), but they also want to conform. In order to analyse the factors that can influence the scope of group reaction, a structurally embedded sequential coordination game was played for different initial conditions. Computer simulations were conducted for networks of a specific type (Erd¨os-R´enyi random graph). The main aim of the analysis was to identify non-structural and structural features of the group that can impede or even block the intervention of the group. There is a positive relationship between the scope of group reaction and the strength of the internalized norm, whereas the level of conformity affects the chances of group intervention in a negative way. Heterogeneity of the group is an important factor - the scope of reaction is higher when members of the group have different levels of norm internalisation and conformity. There is a non-linear relationship between network density and the scope of reaction. Both low and high density can make it harder for people to act.
ADAPTING LEGISLATIVE AGENDA SETTINGMODELS TO PARLIAMENTARY REGIMES: EVIDENCE FROM THE POLISH PARLIAMENT
Authors: Nalepa Monika 
Published: November 2017

Abstract
This paper draws on Cox and McCubbins’ comparison of floor and cartel agenda models and adapts it to the context of multi-party parliamentary regimes with the goal of clarifying some important differences between the legislative consequences of cohesion and discipline, on the one hand, and the effects of agenda setting, on the other. Internal party discipline and/or preference cohesion receives the bulk of emphasis in comparative studies of empirical patterns of legislative behavior, generally without considering the role of the agenda. In a series of stylized models, this paper highlights important differences between having more unified parties and/or coalitions as a result of discipline and/or cohesion and the successful use of agenda control. We show that cohesion or discipline - understood as the ability to achieve voting unity - does not produce the same patterns of legislative behavior as negative agenda control. Data on legislative voting in the Polish Sejm are used to illustrate some points.
Penalaran Istiṣlāḥī dalam Kajian Fikih Kontemporer: Studi Kasus Fatwa Hukum Imunisasi di Aceh
Authors: Mubarrak Husni 
Published: November 2017

This article discusses the use of istiṣlāḥi reasoning to answer the contemporary problem such as the MPU's Decree (Majelis Permusyawaratan Ulama) in Aceh on immunization.The reasoning of Islamic law often used to answer contemporary problems is the istiṣlāḥi reasoning. Although thei stiṣlāḥiy reasoning is more flexible in explaining the law of contemporary issues, but in the process of law enforcement, it must be assisted with other disciplines. As a result, the legal considerations are decided more accurately and scientifically to avoid any form of arbitrariness (authoritarian) in producing Islamic law. DOI: 10.15408/ajis.v17i1.6225
Семья и карьера в жизни современной российской женщины
Authors: Ромашова Людмила Олеговна , Середа Екатерина Михайловна 
Published: November 2017

<p>Статья посвящена извечной проблеме выбора между семьей и карьерой современной молодой женщины в условиях России. Рассматриваются проблемы совместимости профессиональной карьеры с семейными обязанностями, а также факторы, способствующие снижению семейных ценностей.</p>
Comparative study of ropivacaine alone versus ropivacaine with dexamethasone in supraclavicular brachial plexus block
Authors: Krishna Sampathi Shiva , Chandra G. Praveen , Chaithanya C. Krishna 
Published: November 2017

Background: Brachial plexus block is often used either as an adjuvant to general anesthesia (GA) or as a sole anesthesia modality. Supraclavicular brachial plexus block is preferred for its rapid onset, reliable anesthesia and as a safe technique for any surgery in the upper extremity that does not involve the shoulder. We have attempted to undertake this study to compare the haemodynamic, sensory and motor effects of the anaesthetic effect of Ropivacaine alone and Ropivacaine along with Dexamethasone in Supraclavicular Brachial Block in upper limb surgery.Methods: The total duration of surgery was also comparable in both groups. The onset of the sensory and the motor block in bother the groups were similar to each other with no statistical difference, but there was a very high significance in the duration of both sensory and motor block within both the groups.Results: The total duration of surgery was also comparable in both groups. The onset of the sensory and the motor block in bother the groups were similar to each other with no statistical difference, but there was a very high significance in the duration of both sensory and motor block within both the groups.Conclusions: Dexamethasone added to ropivacaine in supraclavicular brachial block for upper limb surgery significantly shortens the onset time and prolongs the duration of sensory and motor blocks without producing sedation in patients.
Bifurcation Analysis of Hysteretic Systems with Saddle Dynamics
Authors: Esteban Marina , Ponce Enrique , Torres Francisco 
Published: November 2017

Abstract
This paper is devoted to the analysis of bidimensional piecewise linear systems with hysteresis coming from a reduction of symmetric 3D systems with slow-fast dynamics. We concentrate our attention on the saddle dynamics cases, determining the existence of periodic orbits as well as their stability, and possible bifurcations. Dealing with reachable saddles not in the central hysteresis band, we show the existence of subcritical/supercritical heteroclinic bifurcations as well as saddle-node bifurcations of periodic orbits.
Perjanjian Benefit Sharing Sebagai Upaya Perlindungan Dan Pemanfaatan Varietas Tanaman
Authors: Warsiki Susi Irianti Yuliana Diah Warsiki Susi Irianti Diah 
Published: November 2017

Indonesia memiliki keanekaragaman kekayaan varietas tanaman lokal yang berlimpah, namun masyarakat Indonesia belum bisa menikmati manfaat ekonomi secara maksimal dari penggunaan sumber daya hayati terutama varietas tanaman lokal. Perjanjian Benefit Sharing memiliki makna kesepakatan bersama dalam pembagian manfaat ekonomi sebagai kompensasi kepada masyarakat lokal atas tindakan komersialisasi varietas tanaman lokal oleh pihak lain.Benefit sharing diharapkan dapat meningkatkan kesejahteraan masyarakat lokal di Indonesia. Dan masyarakat lokal diberi hak untuk mengelola, memanfaatkan dan melestarikan varietas tanaman lokal yang ada.Kata Kunci : Perjanjian, Benefit Sharing, Perlindungan Hukum dan Varietas Tanaman Lokal
Urgensi Akta Notaris Dalam Perikatan Kerja Antara Kantor Jasa Penilai Publik dengan Perusahaan Emiten Terhadap Implikasi Penilaiannya di Bursa Saham
Authors: Ardiman Lazuardi 
Published: November 2017

Jurnal ini bertujuan untuk mengkaji apakah Akta Notaris memiliki urgensi yang utama dalam perikatan kerja antara Kantor Jasa Penilai Publik dengan Perusahaan Emiten, terutama yang dapat berimplikasi terhadap bursa saham. Jenis penelitian ini adalah hukum normatif (Normative Legal Research) berdasar Pasal 1233 Kitab Undang-Undang Hukum Perdata tentang perikatan, Pasal 1870 Kitab Undang-Undang Hukum Perdata tentang Akta Autentik, Undang-Undang Nomor 8 Tahun 1995 Tentang Pasar Modal, Undang-Undang Nomor 21 Tahun 2011 Tentang Otoritas Jasa Keuangan dan Undang-Undang Nomor 2 Tahun 2014 Tentang Perubahan Atas Undang-Undang Nomor 30 Tahun 2004 Tentang Jabatan Notaris, serta dibantu dengan bahan-bahan hukum lain yang diuraikan, dideskripsikan dan dianalis keterkaitan satu sama lain. Dari hasil penelitian ini, terjawab bahwa Akta Notaris merupakan Akta yang penting untuk di buat dalam perikatan kerja antara Kantor Jasa Penilai Publik dengan Perusahaan Emiten, karena kedua belah pihak memiliki tanggung jawab hukum terhadap masyarakat luas (public) khususnya yang menjadi investor di bursa saham, terhadap transparansi, kompetensi, dan prospek bisnis yang baik. Alasan lain adalah karena dari peraturan-peraturan yang ada tidak ada yang secara eksplisit menentukan bentuk hubungan kerja antara para pihak. Kata kunci: Akta Notaris, Perikatan, Kepastian Hukum.
Alcoholism: a view family / Alcoholismo: una visión familiar
Authors: Lloret Irles Daniel 
Published: November 2017

Los efectos del consumo excesivo de alcohol sobre el organismo, son ampliamente conocidos, y son, posiblemente, el motivo desencadenante de que las personas con un problema de adicción a este tóxico comiencen un tratamiento de desintoxicación y deshabituación, aunque el problema real de esta adicción, como en muchas otras, sea probablemente las consecuencias familiares, sociales y laborales, que en la mayor parte de las ocasiones resultan devastadoras En este sentido, la familia, como contexto socializador primario del individuo, es el elemento central, más importante tanto a nivel de intervención, como preventivo, en relación al consumo de drogas. Está comprobado que el sistema familia desempeña un papel importante en el desencadenamiento de conductas de consumo, de abuso, y de adicción, (Jacob,T. Johnson, S. 1999) De manera que dejando a un lado los factores genéticos, se puede afirmar que los procesos de socialización familiar destacan su importancia al ser la base de predisponentes tales como las actitudes, la personalidad, el autoconcepto, los valores, y en última instancia las habilidades de comunicación. La relación entre familia y consumo de alcohol no se limita a la causalidad ya establecida, hay otra vertiente no menos importante, que se refiere a la trascendencia de esta patología en las interacciones familiares, y a las dinámicas de relación disfuncionales que se crean debido a este problema. AbstractThe effects that the abusive consumption of alcohol cause within the human organism are well known and are probably good reasons to begin a detoxification treatment for people who suffer a serious addiction to this highly toxic drug, although the real problem about this sort of addiction, as in the case of many others, is probably the negative consequences that it may cause for the family, the social and work settings, which, in most cases, prove to be devastating. In this respect, the family, as the prime socializing element for the individual, is the most important influence at the levels of both intervention and prevention of drug abuse. It has been proven that the family’s attitude plays an important role in the promotion of drug consumption, abuse and addiction (Jacob,T. Johnson, S. 1999). Apart from the genetic factors, however, we can affirm that the family’s social processes highlight their importance because they are the base of the underlying factors in this problem, such as their attitudes, their personalities, their self-esteem, their personal values and finally, their communication skills. The relationship between the family and alcohol consumption is not limited to the already established elements. There is another important angle to the problem. It is the far-reaching effects of this pathologic condition on the way the family interacts and on the dynamics of the malfunctioning relationships that this problem causes.
Methadone treatment: relationship between dose and retention / Tratamiento con metadona: relación entre dosis y retención
Authors: Camacho Inmaculada , Gimeno Mª José , Linares Remei , Gimeno Mª Carmen 
Published: November 2017

INTRODUCCIÓN: Durante la ultima década los tratamientos con metadona han sufrido un gran desarrollo hasta consolidarse como uno de los recurso terapéuticos más útiles y eficaces. En el presente trabajo se presenta la retención como criterio de valoración de la eficacia del tratamiento de mantenimiento con metadona realizado en una Unidad de Conductas Adictivas. PACIENTES Y MÉTODO: Se han seguido durante dos años 136 pacientes que se han incorporado a tratamiento de mantenimiento con metadona durante el periodo 1998-1999. Se ha realizado para la valoración de la retención la curva de Kaplan y Meier. Se ha analizado la relación entre la dosis y la retención, mediante ANOVA de un factor. RESULTADOS: La dosis media durante 1998 fue de 45,6 mg y en 1999 fue de 50,9 mg. La retención fue del 92% a los 20 meses de seguimiento. No se obtuvo relación entre la dosis y la permanencia o abandono del tratamiento. DISCUSIÓN: Las dosis de metadona utilizadas se consideran bajas. Sin embargo, los pacientes siguen vinculados de modo mayoritario al tratamiento. La retención no solo se debe a la dosis administrada si no también a otros factores relacionadas con la organización y estrategia del tratamiento. AbstractINTRODUCTION: Methadone treatment has undergone great development, to the point of becoming one of the most useful and efficient therapeutic resources. This work presents retention as evaluation criteria of the efficiency of the methadone treatment. PATIENTS AND METHOD: Monitoring was carried out for a period of two years on 136 methadone treated patients during the 1998-1999 period. Kaplan and Meier curve was used to evaluate retention. The relationship between dosage and retention has been analysed via ANOVA. RESULTS: The 1998 average dosage was 45.6 mg, and the average dosage was 50.9 mg. Retention was 92% registered following 20 months of monitoring. No relation was discovered between dosage and permanence within or out of treatment. DISCUSSION: The methadone dosage employed was considered to be low. Nevertheless, the majority of the patients remained at treatment. Retention is not only based on the dosage administered, but also in other factors related with organisation and strategy of treatment.
Performance Evaluation of Adaptive H-Infinity Filter
Authors: Verma Reshma , Raol Jitendra, R, 
Published: November 2017

This study is related to the use of adaptive H-infinity filter for multi sensor data fusion ( based tracking. AHIF can work efficiently in the presence of uncertainties using sliding window concept. In the present use of , the length of window size is varied to eliminate/minimize the estimation errors and predict almost precise location of a target. Simulation experiments are conducted to evaluate performance of in comparison with Kalman and H-Infinity filters for mild and evasive maneuvering targets. Performs better in terms location accuracy and position fit error.