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The Distribution of Macro- and Micronutrients in Maize Within Separated Digestate Fertilizing (Digestate Fibre and Digestate Luquor): Field Trial
Authors: Kodymová Jana , Švehláková Hana , Kyncl Miroslav , Bártková Magdaléna 
Published: February 2017

Abstract
Along with the current increase in the number of biogas plants, huge amounts of digestate, i.e. waste products, are being generated. The common practice in the Czech Republic is to plough the digestate into the land. In our field trial, we compared the fertilizing effects of standard fertilizers applied in the Czech Republic with digestate as the only fertilizer (e.g. digestate fibre and digestate liquor) in real agricultural conditions to find out whether a comparable amount of nitrogen is used in accordance with European legislation. The impact of separated digestate fibre and separated liquor on the soil fertility and quality was observed on the basis of the distribution of macro- and micronutrients in maize. The evaluation of growth increments in maize suggests that the fertilizing effects of digestate liquor or digestate fibre do not match the standard fertilizer in agriculture, but especially digestate liquor is comparable with other mineral fertilizers. Our field trial also shows that digestate liquor is a better fertilizer than digestate fibre, which may be explained by more appropriate ratios of available nutrients in digestate liquor. Digestate fibre may be recommended mainly for the aeration of clayey soil, but is not sustainable as fertilizer.
Superplastic Behaviour of AZ61-F Magnesium Composite Materials
Authors: Besterci Michal , Sülleiová Katarína , Velgosová Oksana , Balloková Beáta , Huang S.-J. 
Published: February 2017

Abstract
Deformation of AZ61-F magnesium alloys with 1 wt % of Al2O3 phase was tested at different temperatures and different strain rates. It was shown that at temperatures 473–523 K and the highest strain rate applied from 1×10–2 s–1 to 1×10–4 s–1, a significant ductility growth was observed. The grain size of 0.6–0.8 μm was reached by severe plastic deformations by means of equal channel angular pressing (ECAP). Secondary Mg17Al12 and Al2O3 phases were identified. Maximum strain was gained at temperature of 473 K and strain rate of 1×10–4 s–1.
Selected Examples of Applications of New Graphics and Animation Technologies
Authors: Filutowicz Zbigniew , Przybyszewski Krzysztof , Paszkowski Józef 
Published: February 2017

Abstract
In recent years there has been a marked increase in the competitiveness of some very interesting (user) applications software within the field of computer graphics and animation. This paper presents an analysis of selected examples of the use of graphic applications software designed for professional use within various areas of human activity, and also focusses on the potential for further development of this software. Graphic applications software that makes use of motion capture, performance capture, time-lapse, morphing, Augmented Reality and the use of avatars in human-computer communication has become increasingly popular, cheap and simple.
Resource Monitoring for Wireless Sensor Networks using ANFIS
Authors:   Nagesha, Manvi Sunilkumar S. 
Published: February 2017

Abstract
Wireless sensor networks (WSNs) are usually a resource constrained networks which have limited energy, bandwidth, processing power, memory etc. These networks are now part of Internet by the name Internet of Things (IoT). To get many services from WSNs, we may need to run many applications in the sensor nodes which consumes resources. Ideally, the resources availability of all sensor nodes should be known to the sink before it requests for any further service(s) from the sensor node(s). Hence, continuous monitoring of the resources of the sensor nodes by the sink is essential. The proposed work is a framework for monitoring certain important resources of sensor network using Adaptive-Neuro Fuzzy Inference System (ANFIS) and Constrained Application Protocol (CoAP). The ANFIS is trained with these resources consumption patterns. The input to ANFIS is the resources consumption levels and the output is the resources consumed levels that needs to be sent to the sink which may be individual or combinations of resources. The trained ANFIS generates the output periodically which determines resources consumption levels that needs to be sent to the sink. Also, ANFIS continuously learns using hybrid learning algorithm (which is basically a combination of back propagation and least squares method) and updates its parameters for better results. The CoAP protocol with its observe option is used to transport the resource monitoring data from the sensor nodes to the cluster head, then from the cluster head to the sink. The sensor nodes runs coap server, the cluster head runs both coap client and server and the sink runs coap client. The performance of the proposed work is compared with LoWPAN network management protocol (LNMP) and EmNets Network Management Protocol (EMP) in terms of bandwidth and energy overheads. It is observed that proposed work performs better when compared to the existing works.
The two walking candles in James Joyce’s Ulysses
Authors: Kikuchi Shigeo 
Published: February 2017

Abstract
Following the theory of textual thematization at the level of fictional narrative discourse (Kikuchi 2001, Lose heart, gain heaven: The false reciprocity of gain and loss in Chaucer’s Troilus and Criseyde. Neuphilologische Mitteilungen CII(4). 427–434; 2001, Unveiling the dramatic secret of “Ghost” in Hamlet. Journal of Literary Semantics 39(2). 103–117; 2012, O I just want to leave this place: Auden’s discourse of thematized self-alienation. Philologia 10. 61–72; 2013, Poe’s name excavated: The mediating function and the transformation of discourse theme into discourse rheme. Language and Literature 22(1). 3–8), this article examines how Stephen Dedalus and Leopold Bloom in James Joyce’s Ulysses are walking representations of “two candles” set at the head of a dying Dublin. This is one instance of a grand design which is repeated in many of his novels. In “The Sisters”, the first short story in Dubliners and the earliest work in which the grand design can be seen, the two candles are verbally placed at the head of the novel. Later in the story, this design reappears in the house of a dead priest where his two sisters, like the two candles, are holding a wake for him. In Ulysses, Dedalus and Bloom, after roaming through Dublin, stand side by side urinating outside Bloom’s house, like candles offered for one who has crossed the border from old life to new life. This scene presages Molly’s free flowing stream of consciousness in the last chapter, in which her thoughts flow across the syntactic demarcations between utterances, as if symbolizing the dissolution of borders. I shall discuss Joyce’s underlying intent in Ulysses by assuming that the stages in which Dedalus and Bloom roam through Dublin and then urinate together are the theme or topic, and that the demarcation-crossing of Molly’s stream of consciousness, namely, the resolution of the demarcation between the two distinct entities as represented by the two candles, is the rheme or comment on this theme.
Attitudes towards Collaboration in Multicultural Teams in the opinion of Polish and Chinese Students
Authors: Ziemiański Paweł , Stankiewicz Katarzyna 
Published: February 2017

Abstract
The main goal of this paper is to present results of research that addresses the issue of attitudes towards working in both multicultural and single culture teams among Polish and Chinese students. The relationship between those attitudes and factors that includes individual experiences of research participants as well as characteristics of team tasks was analyzed. The research was conducted with students of one Polish and one Chinese technical university as participants. Research findings indicate that there are several important similarities as well as differences in preferences of two analyzed groups. The most important differences pertain to stronger preference of Polish students towards working in a single-culture team when the task requires assuming responsibility, trust and mutual understanding of team members. Additionally, the declared level of experience in single-culture and multicultural team was differently related with preferences towards these two kinds of team among Polish and Chinese participants. Obtained results may be utilized in order to develop recommendations for effective educational efforts aimed at developing multicultural teamwork competencies of future managers and specialists from both of these countries.
Unexplained cyanosis caused by hepatopulmonary syndrome in a girl with APECED syndrome
Authors: Celmeli Fatih , Kocabas Abdullah , Isik Ishak A , Parlak Mesut , Kisand Kai , Ceylaner Serdar , Turkkahraman Doga 
Published: February 2017

AbstractAutoimmune polyendocrinopathy, candidiasis and ectodermal dystrophy (APECED) is a rare but devastating primary immunodeficiency disease caused by loss-of-function mutations in autoimmune regulator (
Non-HDL-cholesterol and C-reactive protein in children and adolescents with type 1 diabetes
Authors: Prado María Mercedes , Carrizo Teresita , Abregú Adela Victoria , Meroño Tomás 
Published: February 2017

AbstractBackground:To what extent high sensitivity C-reactive protein (hsCRP) is associated with known cardiovascular risk factors in children with type 1 diabetes (T1D) has not been fully explored.Methods:Forty-two T1D children (age: 12+/−1 years) without hypertension, retinopathy, hypothyroidism, albuminuria or other endocrine diseases and 20 controls were studied. Out of the 42 T1D patients studied 57% were prepubertal or early pubertal (Tanner I/II), 38% were pubertal (Tanner III/IV) and 5% post-pubertal (Tanner V).Results:Children with T1D showed higher hsCRP than controls [0.51 (0.31–1.71 vs. 0.20 (0.20–0.90) mg/L, p<0.05]. However, hsCRP levels were not different in subgroup analysis [hemoglobin AConclusions:Non-HDL-cholesterol might be more useful than hsCRP to evaluate future cardiovascular risk in children with T1D.
Nutritional status and metabolic profile in neurologically impaired pediatric surgical patients
Authors: Pelizzo Gloria , Calcaterra Valeria , Carlini Veronica , Fusillo Mario , Manuelli Matteo , Klersy Catherine , Pasqua Noemi , Luka Elona , Albertini Riccardo , De Amici Mara , Cena Hellas 
Published: February 2017

AbstractBackground:Malnutrition is reported in pediatric neuromotor disability and impacts the child’s health. We described the nutritional and metabolic status in neurologically impaired (NI) children undergoing surgery.Methods:Anthropometry, body composition, hormonal and nutritional evaluations were performed in 44 NI subjects (13.7±8.0 years). Energy needs were calculated by Krick’s formula. Metabolic syndrome (MS) was defined applying the following criteria (≥3 defined MS): fasting blood glucose >100 mg/dL and/or homeostasis model assessment for insulin resistance (HOMA-IR) >97.5th percentile, trygliceride level >95th percentile, high-density lipoprotein (HDL)-cholesterol level <5th percentile, systolic/diastolic pressure >95th percentile; whilebody mass index – standard deviation score (BMI-SDS) <2 and biochemical malnutrition markers (≥2) defined undernutrition.Results:Energy intake was not adequate in 73.8% of the patients; no correlation between energy intake and BMI was noted. Undernutrition was noted in 34.1% of patients and MS in 11.36% of subjects. Fifty percent of the patients presented with insulin resistance, which was not related to BMI, body composition or other MS components.Conclusions:Nutritional and metabolic monitoring of disabled children and young adults is recommended to prevent adverse outcomes associated with malnutrition.
Speaking to the Global Audience: A Case Study into the Message Transformation
Authors: Fedoriv Yaroslava 
Published: February 2017

Abstract
This paper presents a pragma-rhetorical analysis of persuasive discourse performed by applying the information theory, modelling the process of public communication, and employing the classical notions of ethos, pathos, and logos in order to examine the factors that affect the communication process in the culturally and linguistically heterogeneous environment and to foreshow the meta-linguistic strategies, which could serve as global rhetorical maxims or universals.
Long-term changes in the trophic state of Suwalki lakes – an analysis by means of indices based on abundance and composition of their rotifer fauna
Authors: Ejsmont-Karabin Jolanta , Górniak Andrzej , Jekatierynczuk-Rudczyk Elżbieta , Karpowicz Maciej , Więcko Adam 
Published: February 2017

Abstract
Rotifer abundance and species composition in lakes of the Suwalki Landscape Park were studied in the years 1983–1985, 2009, 2012 and 2015. Rotifer trophic state indices (TSIROT) were used to assess changes in the trophic state of the studied lakes. In most lakes of the Suwalki Landscape Park, there were no changes in rotifer communities over the 25–32 year period to indicate a decline in trophy of the lakes. However, in lakes with the strongest decline in TSIROT values, the values of indicative parameters widely varied in 2015, which may indicate that the status of rotifer communities in the lakes may be dependent on non-trophic factors.
The variability of summer phytoplankton in different types of lakes in North East Poland (Suwałki Landscape Park)
Authors: Karpowicz Maciej , Górniak Andrzej , Więcko Adam , Cudowski Adam 
Published: February 2017

AbstractThis study describes summer phytoplankton communities in 27 lakes in the Suwałki Landscape Park (SLP) using in situ fluorescence methods. Low chlorophyll-aconcentrations were noted in most of the studied lakes, particularly in the deepest lakes with highest surface area. Green algae, diatoms and cryptophyta were dominant components of lake phytoplankton. Higher chlorophyll-aconcentrations in the shallow or more eutrophicated lakes were connected with an increase of cyanobacteria and cryptophyta concentrations as well as with a decrease in the share of diatoms inphytoplankton structure. Vertical distribution of phytoplankton in stratified lakes revealed the presence of deep chlorophyll layers just below the thermocline where the maximum concentrations of phytoplankton were up to 15 times higher than in the epilimnion zone. The deepest maximum concentration of phytoplankton was noted at a depth of 16.5 metres in Lake Jeglówek. In some lakes two or three significant increases of phytoplankton concentration in the vertical profile were observed, caused by intensive development of different algae groups.
Application of nanophotonics to the next generation of surface-emitting lasers
Authors: Ledentsov Nikolay N. , Ledentsov Nikolay , Agustin Mikel , Kropp Joerg-R. , Shchukin Vitaly A. 
Published: February 2017

Abstract
Novel trends and concepts in the design and fabrication of vertical cavity surface-emitting lasers (VCSELs) and their integration in optical networks and implementation in integrated photonics applications are discussed. To serve these goals and match the growing bandwidth demands, significant changes are to be implemented in the device design. New lateral leakage-mediated single-mode VCSELs, including both devices confined by oxide layers and those confined by alloy-intermixed regions, are likely to be good candidates for light sources for the data networks of the future. An overview of the records in VCSEL transmission distances and transmission speeds is discussed in this context.
The level of perceived stress among students of the University School of Physical Education in Wroclaw
Authors: Morga Paulina , Podborączyńska Martyna , Jaworska Lilianna , Szczepańska-Gieracha Joanna 
Published: February 2017

AbstractThe objective of the study was to examine the level of perceived stress among the final year students in the full-time Master’s programme at the Department of Physiotherapy of the University School of Physical Education in Wroclaw, and to identify the factors correlating with stress.The study involved 54 students. The participants were 23 to 28 years of age, 44 of them were women, and 10 men. The level of stress and related factors were evaluated using the Perceived Stress Questionnaire (KPS - Kwestionariusz Poczucia Stresu) created by Mieczysław Plopa and Ryszard Makarowski, and a short questionnaire prepared by the authors of the study, containing questions about the students’ age, gender, physical activity, financial situation, gainful employment, mode of studies, hometown, having a close friend or relative, plans for the future and satisfaction with the studies.Regular physical activity is a factor that positively affects the level of students’ perceived stress. A lower level of perceived stress was also associated with the respondents’ rating of their financial situation as good. The overall mean stress score obtained by the surveyed students is indicative of low stress severity. In the majority of cases, the respondents reported an average level of emotional strain and a low level of external and internal stress. The mean values of overall scores on the stress scale and its subscales were higher for women than for men. However, due to the size of the sample group, the differences cannot be seen as statistically significant.Regular physical activity and good financial situation impact on reducing the level of perceived stress.
Assessment of morphological architecture of feet in young Disco-Dance dancers
Authors: Piątek Elżbieta , Barczyk-Pawelec Katarzyna , Demczuk-Włodarczyk Ewa , Hawrylak Arletta 
Published: February 2017

AbstractThe aim of the study was to assess the condition of foot morphological structure of young Disco-Dance dancers compared to their untrained peers.The research was carried out among professional female Disco-Dance dancers, aged 9 ± 1.07, members of Opole dance groups. The control group consisted of 33 females in the same age range, not subject to regular professional training. The condition of morphological structure of their feet was evaluated with the use of the photogrammetric method.Status of the dancers’ longitudinal foot arch fit the norm. Considerable toe V varus was observed.In both groups defective positioning of hallux and toe V was stated. Monitoring morphological architecture of feet of young dancers, especially those entering the adolescence is very important because it will allow for early detection of disorders that may result from excessive stress and enable early prevention measures to be undertaken.
Original research papers. Kinematic Characterisation of the Lunge and the Fleche in Epee Fencing: Two Case Studies
Authors: Bober Tadeusz , Rutkowska-Kucharska Alicja , Jaroszczuk Sebastian , Barabasz Maciej , Woźnica Wojciech 
Published: February 2017

Abstract
Introduction. The aim of this study was to characterise the whole body dynamics and upper and lower joint kinematics during two common fencing steps: the lunge and the fleche. Material and methods. Two male competitive epee fencers were studied. Kinematics data were collected at 120 Hz (BTS Smart system) and ground reaction forces were measured at 120 Hz (Kistler platform). The resultant centre of gravity and end segment velocities were calculated. Temporal events were referenced to the horizontal ground reaction force. Time domain linear joint velocities were extracted. Results. At the whole-body level, the resultant centre of gravity velocity was higher during the fleche (2.64 and 2.89 m/s) than during the lunge (1.94 and 2.21 m/s). At the joint level, the wrist and elbow attained their peak velocities earlier than the proximal joint for both the lunge and the fleche for both athletes. Conclusions. The sequence of peak segmental velocities followed a distal to proximal sequence for both fencing steps.
Comparison of Muscle Strength in Male Combat Sport Athletes
Authors: Buśko Krzysztof 
Published: February 2017

Abstract
Introduction. The aim of the study was to examine differences in muscle strength and topography between judoists, boxers, and taekwondo athletes. Material and methods. Thirteen judoists, 6 boxers, and 7 taekwondo athletes took part in the study. The maximal joint torque of the flexors and extensors of the elbow, shoulder, hip, knee, and trunk were measured under isometric conditions. Results. The absolute and relative joint torque was similar in the three groups except for the absolute strength of the right flexor of the shoulder between the boxers and the taekwondo athletes and judoists (p < 0.01). The sums of the relative joint torque and topography of the joint torque of the right and left upper extremity, lower extremity, and trunk were similar in the groups. A significant difference was observed in the topography of the joint torque of the right upper and lower extremity and of the trunk between the boxers and the taekwondo athletes and judoists (p < 0.01). The topography of the joint torque of the flexors and extensors of the right shoulder was significantly different between the boxers and the taekwondo athletes and judoists (p < 0.01). Conclusions. In martial arts, the training undergone by the athletes and their participation in competitions can be expected to affect their strength. The joint torque was similar in the combat groups examined in this study. Judoists and taekwondo athletes did not differ in muscle topography. Boxers differed from the other two groups only in the contribution of the flexors and extensors of the right shoulder, in the sum of the torques of the right upper and lower limb, and the sum of the torques of the trunk. These results may be due to the characteristics of the discipline and the training methods used.
Interactional Trouble and the Ecology of Meaning
Authors: Sidnell Jack 
Published: February 2017

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Drawing on the methods of conversation analysis (Sidnell, 2010; Sidnell and Stivers, 2012) and the data provided by recordings of ordinary interaction, in this paper I ask what a radically empirical approach to word meaning might look like. Specifically, I explore the possibility that we might investigate linguistic meaning through a consideration of interactional troubles. That is, when participants in interaction confront apparent troubles of meaning, what do those troubles consist in? What is the missing something that leaves participants in interaction feeling as though they do not understand what another means? Four types of trouble in interaction are discussed: troubles of exophoric or anaphoric reference, troubles of common ground, troubles of lexical meaning, troubles of sense.