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Hybrid Modes of Architectural Production in the United Arab Emirates
Authors: Colistra Joe 
Published: January 2017

Abstract
This article presents a recent design exercise in which architecture students from the American University of Sharjah were asked to design a sustainable scientific research facility with associated housing in the desert oasis city of Al Ain in the United Arab Emirates. The studio investigated vernacular habitation patterns and crafts of ancient desert dwellers in order to develop techniques for inhabiting this harsh environment. The vernacular techniques examined have allowed people to exist in the region for tens of thousands of years and include courtyard house typologies, ‘arish (palm-leaf) construction, nomadic Bedouin weaving, mashrabiya (latticework) screens, dhow boat-making, sand baffles, sewn lateen (triangular) sails, wind towers and qanat (irrigation) channels, to name a few. The students examined and reinterpreted these techniques to align them with modern construction requirements and contemporary ways of living. Using ‘hybrid’ models, the students made small-scale fabrications partly determined by the site, and in so doing created proposals that were extremely site-specific and therefore inherently sustainable. In contrast to the highly incongruous development patterns of such contemporary urban environments as Dubai and Abu Dhabi, the architectural approach that emerged from this exercise aspires to be environmentally sensitive while maintaining cultural authenticity.
A Nineteenth-Century Architectural Archive: Syed Ahmad Khan’s Aṣar-us-Ṣanādīd
Authors: Rajagopalan Mrinalini 
Published: January 2017

Abstract
The establishment of British colonialism in nineteenth-century India cannot be separated from European projects that surveyed and classified the objects, peoples and practices of the subcontinent. Indian and European curiosity about the architectural monument took on a special significance at this time as historic buildings were seen as purveyors of ‘factual’ historical information. European agents, however, saw themselves as the sole authors and interlocutors of such modern and objective histories, marginalizing Indian knowledge as unscientific and fanciful. Yet Indians as well as Europeans mutually constituted the production of knowledge during this time, relying heavily on material culture to interpret the past. This article is based on the Aṣar-us-Ṣanādīd (Traces of Noblemen, 1st ed. 1847), a 600-page comprehensive survey of Delhi’s monuments written in Urdu by the Indian intellectual Syed Ahmad Khan. By examining the visual, chronological and comparative methodologies used in the Aṣar-us-Ṣanādīd, this article argues that Syed Ahmad created a thoroughly modern archive of Delhi’s historic architecture. In doing so, he both shaped the conceptual category of an architectural monument and heavily influenced later European articulations of the same.
Journalists’ attitudes towards journalism regulations in the Arab world: Oman as a case study
Authors: Al-Kindi Abdullah K. , Al-Syabi Bader S. 
Published: January 2017

Abstract
This study researches journalists’ attitudes towards journalism regulations, mainly publication laws. The study focuses on the Sultanate of Oman as one case study from the Arab world. To the best of the researchers’ knowledge, no local work on this topic has previously been undertaken. However, there do exist some studies that deal with textual and critical analyses of the legalizing press laws in the Sultanate. This study employs the survey method and uses the questionnaire to research journalists’ attitudes, especially those of journalists working on the Arabic dailies Al-Watan, Oman, Al-Shabiba, Al-Zaman and Al-Ro’ya. The questionnaire covered fourteen different topics from which a number of conclusions could be drawn. Notably among them, the majority of journalists working in the Sultanate do not have the necessary background in press legal culture. Furthermore, many of the surveyed journalists thought that the Publications and Publishing Law contradicts the Basic State Law of the country (the Constitution) in some of its stipulations and that it is out of step with current local, regional and international developments in the world of media and communication. Because of this it shackles press work.
Uses and effects of companies’ Facebook pages among Jordanian users
Authors: Elananza Azzam A. H. , Mahmoud Abd El-Basit A. H. 
Published: January 2017

Abstract
This study attempts to investigate the uses and effects of companies’ Facebook pages among Jordanian users and examine the relationships with uses, reasons for use, interactions on the pages, and effects of these pages among them. The current study is theoretically guided by a uses and dependency model through a questionnaire survey administered to a convenience sample of 395 Facebook users who live in Jordan, from 1 August to 30 September 2015. The results indicate that most respondents use companies’ Facebook pages as a source of brand information. Our findings also indicate that the reasons for using companies’ Facebook pages, the interactions on these pages, as well as their uses are positively associated with the effects of its use.
Trial by media: The framing of Oscar Pistorius as the media spectacle
Authors: Johnson Kim 
Published: January 2017

Abstract
The coverage of the Oscar Pistorius bail application proceedings is examined using the notions of ‘trial by media’ and ‘the media spectacle’. A sample of 54 issues was taken from the Cape Argus and quantitatively and qualitatively analysed. The research substantiated the hypothesis that Pistorius was subjected to a trial by the media, in which he was convicted in the court of public opinion. Furthermore, the coverage of the legal proceedings by the Cape Argus elevated the status of the case to that of ‘the megaspectacle’, which emphasized the importance of Pistorius, while demoting the importance of Reeva Steenkamp. ‘The megaspectacle’ also highlighted the societal struggles that South African citizens face, including poor gun control, domestic violence, subordination of women, as well as racism.
Growing pains: The changing ethical landscape of fan studies
Authors: Zubernis Lynn , Davis Kelsey 
Published: January 2017

Abstract
One of the strengths of the field of fan studies is its interdisciplinary nature, which brings a diversity of insights and perspectives to the field. The ethical manner in which to study fandom, however, is complicated by those multiple perspectives. Questions about defining the subject of study, prioritizing ethical issues of privacy and consent or representativeness and authenticity, and the appropriate stance of the researcher continue to be debated within this complex ethical landscape.
Homesick for the unheimlich: Back to the uncanny future in Alien: Isolation
Authors: Sloan Robin 
Published: January 2017

Abstract
In 2014 Sega released Creative Assembly’s Alien: Isolation, a video game sequel to the 1979 film Alien. As an attempt to create both an authentic homage to the Alien franchise and a credible successor to Ridley Scott’s original film, Alien: Isolation was received as both a work of remediated nostalgia and as a deeply uncanny survival horror. This article discusses Alien: Isolation framed by theories of the uncanny (the unhomely) and of nostalgia (the homely), with the aim of revealing how the production design of the game reconciled these seemingly contradictory but nonetheless overlapping aesthetic qualities. By drawing on examples from Alien: Isolation’s visual and level design, this article discusses how the integration of nostalgic and uncanny qualities could be of value to horror and sci-fi game design, in particular to the development of sequels within existing franchises, and to remediations, remakes and reboots.
Children’s illustration in Nepal: An imagined identity
Authors: Shrestha Promina 
Published: January 2017

Abstract
This article aims to understand the concept of Nepali pann (-ness/touch/flavour) in Nepali children’s illustration – to examine and address how the country’s changing sociopolitical and economic changes have affected the parameters of Nepali-ness and defined visual parameters of national identity – by tracing the historical trajectory.
Creating a new Scottish musical: Composing and staging The Choir – an interview with Ricky Ross and Dominic Hill
Authors: Cooper Tom 
Published: January 2017

Abstract
Ricky Ross is a Scottish singer-songwriter. He is lead singer of the band Deacon Blue, which he formed in Glasgow in 1985. He has also released six solo albums, and as a songwriter has written for artists including James Blunt, Jamie Cullum, Nanci Griffith, Ronan Keating, KT Tunstall and Will Young. The Citizens Theatre, known as ‘the Citz’, is the West of Scotland’s principal producing theatre and has produced a wide range of theatre productions over its 70-year history. Its Victorian building in the Gorbals, an area to the south of Glasgow, houses a 500-seat main auditorium and two studio spaces. Dominic Hill became Artistic Director of the Citizens Theatre in 2011, before which he was Artistic Director of the Traverse Theatre in Edinburgh, and joint Artistic Director of Dundee Rep Theatre. He has directed productions extensively around the United Kingdom, including for the Royal Shakespeare Company and Scottish Opera. Ricky Ross’ original musical The Choir (book by Paul Higgins, lyrics by Higgins and Ross) was produced by the Citizens Theatre in partnership with Ambassador Theatre Group from 24 October to 14 November 2015. In this interview, Tom Cooper talks to Ricky Ross and Dominic Hill about their compositional and directorial approaches to The Choir, the functioning of the songs within the work, the journey from rehearsal to performance, and the Scottishness of the piece, as well as exploring the Citizens Theatre’s new partnership with Ambassador Theatre Group, created to nurture and produce new ‘local’ musicals.
Screening the Presence of Amflora Transgenic Potato in Food or Feed Products
Authors: Curticăpean Manuela-Claudia 
Published: January 2017

Abstract

Objective. Amflora potato, event EH92-527-1 was genetically modified to produce only the amylopectin component from starch composition. The presence of the transgenic potato in the food on Romanian market should be verified although the Amflora potato uses for industrial purposes and animal feed. The aim of this study was to detect the presence of the Amflora potato in the food or feed products.

Methods. For this purpose, five samples of potato tubers and four samples of chips were analyzed. DNA isolation was performed with E.Z.N.A. ® MicroElute Genomic DNA kit (Omega Bio-Tek, USA). For identification a potential presence of the recombinant DNA in the food samples it was used GMOIdent RT Event EH92-527-1 Potato kit (Eurofins GeneScan, Germany), that is a real-time PCR kit for qualitative event-specific detection of AmfloraTM EH92-527-1 potato.

Results. Amflora transgenic potato was not detected in any of analyzed samples.

Conclusions. The results of real-time PCR method confirm the absence of Amflora event EH92-527-1 in all potato tubers and chips analyzed samples.
Fabric Selection for the Reference Clothing Destined for Ergonomics Test of Protective Clothing—Sensorial Comfort Point of View
Authors: Bartkowiak Grażyna , Frydrych Iwona , Komisarczyk Agnieszka , Greszta Agnieszka 
Published: January 2017

AbstractThe main purpose of this study is the selection of a proper fabric for the reference clothing for ergonomic tests of protective clothing. For research, seven fabric of different raw material content and different structure were chosen. We studied the handle of fabrics produced from blend of polyester/cotton and polyester/Tencel, which were designated by letters from A to G. The assessment of handle of the fabric was performed based on the mechanical properties of fabrics using Kawabata evaluation system (KES-system). It was proven that one of the tested fabrics (F) made of polyester and cotton fibers (85% PES / 15% cotton) with the reinforced twill weave is characterized by the highest total hand value (THV).The high THV results from the low value of koshi (stiffness) and the highest value of numeri (smoothness) and fukurami (fullness). However, in terms of physiological comfort, the lower value of fukurami is more preferred. It turned out that the fabric with the higher value of fukurami (including fabric F) is characterized by the lower air permeability and higher water vapor resistance. At the end, we decided that the reference clothing will be made of cotton/polyester fabric G with the lowest mass per square meter because of the very good physiological comfort parameters and the satisfactory sensorial comfort parameters.
Investigations on the Manufacturing and Mechanical Properties of Spun Yarns Made from Staple CF for Thermoset Composites
Authors: Hasan Mir Mohammad Badrul , Hengstermann Martin , Dilo Rebekka , Abdkader Anwar , Cherif Chokri 
Published: January 2017

AbstractThis article reports the results of investigations carried out to produce yarns consisting of staple carbon fiber (CF) obtained from process waste for the manufacturing of composites suitable especially for thermoset applications. For this purpose, a comparative analysis is done on processability between 100% staple CF and 60 weight% staple CF mixed with 40 weight% PVA fibers in carding, drawing and spinning process. The hybrid yarns are produced by varying twist level. The PVA fibers of the hybrid yarn are then dissolved using hot water treatment. The mechanical properties of yarns consisting of 100% staple CF and hybrid yarns consisting of staple CF and PVA before and after hot water treatment are investigated. Furthermore, test specimen is also prepared by impregnating 100% staple CF yarn and the hybrid yarns (after the dissolving of PVA) with epoxy resin. The results of the tensile test of the yarns in consolidated state reveals that the hybrid yarn produced with 80 T/m after hot water treatment exhibits approximately 75% of the tensile strength of virgin filament tow, and it is expected that the hybrid yarns can be applied for the manufacturing of thermoset based composites for load bearing structures.
Effect of the air to water ratio on the performance of internal mixing two-fluid atomiser
Authors: Krawczyk Piotr , Badyda Krzysztof , Młynarz Szczepan 
Published: January 2017

Abstract
One of the important parameters describing pneumatic liquid atomisation is the air to liquid mass ratio (ALR). Along with the atomiser design and properties of the liquid it has extremely important influence on parameters of atomised liquid such as: mean droplet diameter, jet range and angle. Knowledge about real characteristics of an atomiser in this respect is necessary to correctly choose its operating parameters in industrial applications.
The paper presents results of experimental research of two-fluid atomisers with internal mixing built according to custom design. Investigated atomizers were designed for spraying a urea aqueous solution inside the power boiler combustion chamber. They are an important element of SNCR (selective non-catalytic reduction) installation which is used to reduce nitrogen oxides in a flue gas boiler. Obtained results were used by authors in further research, among others to determine the boundary conditions in the SNCR installation modeling.
The research included determining mean droplet diameter as a function of ALR. It has been based on the immersion liquid method and on the use of specialised instrumentation for determining distribution of droplet diameters in a spray – Spraytec by Malvern. Results obtained with both methods were later compared. The measurements were performed at a laboratory stand located at the Institute of Heat Engineering, Warsaw University of Technology. The stand enables extensive investigation of the water atomisation process.
Drug Tourism: General Overview, Case Studies and New Perspectives in the Contemporary World
Authors: Pinheiro Dias Pereira Thiago Ferreira , de Paula Leonardo Batista 
Published: January 2017

Abstract
Several are the motivations and natures of the activities undertaken by tourists, leading to the existence of different types of tourism, which, according to the World Tourism Organization, can be divided into major segments (e.g. Sun & Beach Tourism, Ecotourism and etc.); each one with its own subcategories, as the religious tourism, experience tourism and so on. So, would it be possible to talk about drug tourism? Where, the drug itself would present a significant role as a motivation for travelling. Drug tourism could be seen as the journeys undertaken with the purpose of obtaining or using drugs, which are not available or are illegal in the tourist origin places. The purpose of this article was to provide a general discussion on the subject of drug tourism. In this task, some important examples were cited and the positive and negative impacts on the country or region of destination, the relationships between the different types of drug tourism with the major segments defined by the UNWTO, as well as new perspectives in this field were also discussed. As a case study, were presented information about cannabis tourism in Amsterdam, Netherlands (derived from literature searches and questionnaires in field research). This is a topic discussed only superficially but which is an obvious reality in various tourist destinations. Therefore, it is essential the development of a deeper treatment (deprived of prejudices) about the changes occurring in the contemporary world (concerning the drug politics), which may open new frontiers for this type of tourism.
Czech universities in the knowledge triangle: transfer of knowledge from universities to the business sphere
Authors: Kostić Miroslav , Čadil Vladislav 
Published: January 2017

Abstract
Three key and interacting roles of universities – education, research and innovation – form the knowledge triangle. The concept of knowledge triangle has become one of the cornerstones of the European research and innovation policy during the last decade. In this respect, the article aims at the assessment of research interactions between Czech universities and businesses leading to knowledge transfer. A steep increase of patent activity of Czech universities seemingly creates high potential for commercialisation of R&D results. However, the majority of patents is registered only in the Czech Republic. Furthermore, the mentioned increase is not accompanied by higher revenues from sale of patents and licences. The business sector perceives universities as one of the main cooperation partners within the innovation process but the share of business expenditures on university research funding remains very low compared to other EU countries. Predominantly low revenues from the knowledge transfer and especially from sale of patents and licences indicate that technology transfer centres at Czech universities do not work as efficiently as similar university centres in developed countries. Besides relatively short period of their operation, one of the main reasons consists in the way of their funding, mostly dependent on projects funded from the EU Structural Funds. Generally low extent of knowledge transfer from universities to the business sector indicates insufficiently developed knowledge triangle in Czechia. While there is no doubt about the significance of research and education role of Czech universities, the innovation role is well developed only at a few – mainly technically oriented – universities, more focused on applied R&D.
Transfer of Profit to Shareholders at Warsaw Stock Exchange in the Period 2009–2013
Authors: Jabłoński Bartłomiej 
Published: January 2017

Abstract
The Author of the article presents the results of research devoted to the forms of transfer of profit to shareholders of the companies quoted at Warsaw Stock Exchange in the period 2009–2013. The Author concluded that there are features in the group of dividend companies and another group – that of dividend companies which additionally execute share redemption and cancellation – which make them different.
Determinants of Business Success – Theoretical Model and Empirical Verification
Authors: Kozielski Robert 
Published: January 2017

Abstract
Market knowledge, market orientation, learning competencies, and a business performance were the key issues of the research project conducted in the 2006 study. The main findings identified significant relationships between the independent variables (market knowledge, market orientation, learning competencies) and the dependent variables (business success). A partial correlation analysis indicated that a business success primarily relies on organisational learning competencies. Organisational learning competencies, to a large extent (almost 60%), may be explained by the level of corporate market knowledge and market orientation. The aim of the paper is to evaluate to what extent the relationships between the variables are still valid. The research was based on primary and secondary data sources. The major field of the research was carried out in the form of quantitative studies. The results of the 2014 study are consistent with the previous (2006) results.