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Sin Í an Cheist a Chuireas Orm Féin: Modern Irish Presentative Constructions
Authors: Eshel Orit 
Published: July 2017

AbstractThis article surveys two types of Modern Irish presentative constructions. These constructions open with a presentative element and introduce an NP (entity) or a nexus (a situation or an event involving an entity) into the discourse. I describe the constructions’ poetic functions in literary narratives by Pádraic Ó Conaire (1882-1928). The first type of presentative construction opens with one of the deictic-presentative elements seo ‘here’, sin ‘there’ or siúd ‘yonder’. The second type of presentative construction features as a presentative element of various forms of perception and cognition verbs, such as d’fheicfeá ‘you’d see’ and shílfeá ‘you’d think’. Presentative constructions in literary narrative are used in several functions: expression of a point of view, either the narrator’s or that of a character, scene-setting, explication, and signalling boundaries in the text in varying degrees of cohesion and delimitation. The latter is also used to ‘sudden effect’, adding drama and speeding up story time.
On the effect of heterogeneity on flocking behavior and systemic risk
Authors: Fang Fei , Sun Yiwei , Spiliopoulos Konstantinos 
Published: July 2017

Abstract
The goal of this paper is to study organized flocking behavior and systemic risk in heterogeneous mean-field interacting diffusions. We illustrate in a number of case studies the effect of heterogeneity in the behavior of systemic risk in the system, i.e., the risk that several agents default simultaneously as a result of interconnections. We also investigate the effect of heterogeneity on the “flocking behavior” of different agents, i.e., when agents with different dynamics end up following very similar paths and follow closely the mean behavior of the system. Using Laplace asymptotics,
we derive an asymptotic formula for the tail of the loss distribution as the number of agents grows to infinity. This characterizes the tail of the loss distribution and the effect of the heterogeneity of the network on the tail loss probability.
Effect of the Existence of Brownfields on Selected Item Expenditure of Municipal Budgets
Authors: Endel Stanislav , Wernerová Eva , Kuda František 
Published: July 2017

Abstract
The existence of brownfields in an area results in a number of problems. Among others, economic problems are often mentioned. They are mainly connected with negative influence on urban economics, i.e. the total cost of construction and operation of the city. These increased costs are then naturally reflected in the budgets of municipalities burdened by the existence of brownfields. This paper presents the individual items of municipal budgets, which can be influenced by the existence of brownfields, and then examines on a practical example of six Czech towns whether any functional dependence can be found between these items and a number of brownfields in the municipalities.
Calculation of Impact of Construction Investment to the Public Infrastructure
Authors: Ferko Martin , Česelský Jan , Proske Zbyněk 
Published: July 2017

Abstract
The paper shortly introduces and describes a computational model that illustrates the impact of land development construction investment in the form of creating new needs for public infrastructure and community facilities in the territory. New construction investment may also initiate other construction investment, which also increases the demands on ensuring the capacity of public infrastructure. For public administration (local and regional), the created model can facilitate preparation, decision-making and management of public investment in the territory while respecting the 3E principle.
Influence of Temperature on Workability and Compressive Strength of Ordinary Concrete with High Calcium Fly Ash
Authors: Gołaszewski Jacek , Ponikiewski Tomasz , Cygan Grzegorz 
Published: July 2017

Abstract
The rheological properties of fresh ordinary concrete are closely affected by temperature and time. The paper presents the study of consistency of fresh concrete mixtures made with Portland cement and cement with calcareous fly ash. Two types of admixtures were used. It was proven that the temperature has a clear effect on workability and compressive strength concrete. Influence on workability can be reduced by selecting the appropriate superplasticizer and cement.
Influence of Horizontal Seismic Excitation on Tank – Fluid – Soil Seismic Interaction
Authors: Kotrasová Kamila 
Published: July 2017

Abstract
Ground-supported tanks are used to store a variety of liquids. During the earthquake activity the liquid exerts impulsive and convective effects. This paper provides theoretical background for hydrodynamic pressure that is being developing during an earthquake in the liquid storage ground-supported rectangular container – the endlessly long shipping channel, is grounded on hard soil or sub-soil.
Nonlinear Analysis of the Hermetic Postament Safety During Technology Accident in the Nuclear Power Plant
Authors: Králik Juraj 
Published: July 2017

Abstract
This paper describes the nonlinear analysis of the nuclear power plant (NPP) postament safety under a high internal overpressure and temperature. The scenario of the hard accident in NPP and the methodology of the calculation of the safety of the technology segments are presented. The elastoplastic behavior of steel material dependent on temperature was considered in software ANSYS. The safety analysis of the original and upgraded postament structure is described here.
Analysis of Partial Factors for New EN 1990 Basis of Design
Authors: Marková Jana 
Published: July 2017

Abstract
Presently the new generation of Eurocodes is under development. It is expected that the basis of structural design given in current EN 1990 will be considerably revised including the format for load combinations in the Ultimate Limit States and new categorisation of consequence classes for construction works. It is expected that the partial factors for self-weight of structural members could be reduced and factors for variable loads more differentiated. Calibration of partial factors should be performed for actions and materials including also structural glass and FRP polymers.
Calculation of Characteristics Describing the Properties of Dynamical Systems
Authors: Melcer Jozef , Kuchárová Daniela , Kúdelčíková Mária 
Published: July 2017

Abstract
There are characteristics that uniquely define the properties of dynamical systems from the point of its dynamical response. For example, natural frequencies and natural modes or frequency response functions can be assigned to these characteristics. Determination of these characteristics is fixed on the selection of computational model and on the means of structure excitation. This contribution discusses about analysis of such characteristics.
Shape and Size of Initial Geometrical Imperfections of Structural Glass Members
Authors: Pešek Ondřej , Melcher Jindřich 
Published: July 2017

Abstract
In this paper measuring and determining of initial geometrical imperfections of set of glass members are presented. Measured specimens had the different dimensions and different composition – monolithic glass or laminated glass using different types of interlayer foils and glass panes. The shape of initial overall bow was measured using different methods and results were statistically evaluated and compared with allowable values defined in standards.
Mutual Comparison between the Two Computational Models of Interaction System Vehicle-Pavement
Authors: Valašková Veronika , Melcer Jozef 
Published: July 2017

Abstract
Dynamic interaction between vehicle and pavement is a current problem which is solving in many workplaces around the world. This article is focused on the interaction model creation and principles of the solution for two numerical models. Numerical models of the interaction system vehicle-pavement were constructed in the computer software ADINA, which is based on the Finite Element Method.
Supplemental Exercises for Core Stability Which Utilize the Concept of Parametric Oscillation in the Hammer Throw
Authors: Murofushi Koji , Babbitt Donald , Ohta Ken 
Published: July 2017

ABSTRACT
TRAINING FOR THE HAMMER THROW HAS TRADITIONALLY BEEN SEPARATED INTO 2 PARTS. THE PRIMARY TRAINING METHOD IS THROWING OF THE HAMMER, WHEREAS THE SECONDARY/SUPPLEMENTARY METHOD INVOLVES VARIOUS STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING EXERCISES TO IMPROVE THE ATHLETE'S FITNESS LEVELS FOR THROWING PERFORMANCE. THE IMPLEMENTATION OF SPECIAL STABILITY EXERCISES IN THE WEIGHT ROOM THAT USE THE PRINCIPLE OF PARAMETRIC OSCILLATION FOUND IN THE HAMMER THROW MAY BE AN EFFECTIVE WAY TO ENHANCE STABILIZATION SKILLS THAT MAY POTENTIALLY OPTIMIZE HAMMER THROWING PERFORMANCE. THESE ADVANCED MIDSECTION EXERCISES ALSO MIGHT PLAY A ROLE IN INJURY PREVENTION. FOR A VIDEO ABSTRACT OF THIS ARTICLE SEE SUPPLEMENTAL DIGITAL CONTENT 1 (SEE VIDEO, HTTP://LINKS.LWW.COM/SCJ/A206).
Managing Performance Throughout Periods of Travel
Authors: Williams Biju , Clarke Richard , Aspe Rodrigo , Cole Matthew , Hughes Jonathan 
Published: July 2017

ABSTRACT
UNDERSTANDING THE IMPACT OF TRAVEL ON PHYSICAL PERFORMANCE IS AN INCREASING AREA OF INTEREST FOR THE STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING PRACTITIONER. PREVIOUS RESEARCH SURROUNDING THE EFFECT OF TRAVEL ON THE PHYSIOLOGY OF AN ATHLETE HAS FOCUSED ON SLEEP. OF CONCERN TO COACHES AND ATHLETES ARE STRATEGIES TO HELP ATTENUATE ANY DETRIMENTAL IMPACT OF TRAVEL ON SUBSEQUENT PERFORMANCE. THE AIM OF THIS ARTICLE IS TO PROVIDE INFORMATIVE PRACTICAL GUIDELINES FOR BEFORE, DURING, AND AFTER TRAVEL THAT CAN BE IMPLEMENTED BY COACHES AND ATHLETES. THE KEY COPING STRATEGIES ADDRESSED INCLUDE TIMED LIGHT EXPOSURE; MANAGING SLEEP DEPRIVATION AND NUTRITIONAL RECOMMENDATIONS.
Aging Does Not Affect Axon Initial Segment Structure and Somatic Localization of Tau Protein in Hippocampal Neurons of Fischer 344 Rats
Authors: Kneynsberg Andrew , Kanaan Nicholas M. 
Published: July 2017

AbstractLittle is known about the specific contributions of aging to the neuron dysfunction and death in Alzheimer’s disease (AD). AD is characterized by the pathological accumulation of abnormal tau (a microtubule-associated protein), and the mislocalization of tau from the axon to the somatodendritic compartment is thought to play an important role in disease pathogenesis. The axon initial segment (AIS) is thought to play a role in the selective localization of tau in the axonal compartment. Thus, disruption in the AIS barrier may allow tau to diffuse freely back into the somatodendritic compartment and potentially lead to neurotoxicity. Here, we analyzed AISs using stereological methods and protein immunoblotting, and the localization of tau was assessed with immunofluorescence optical density measurements and protein immunoblotting. None of the outcome measurements assessed, including AIS structure, AIS protein levels, the distribution of tau in neurons of the hippocampus (HP), and total tau or phospho-tau protein levels were different in young, middle-, and old-age Fischer 344 rats. The outcome measurements assessed, including AIS structure, AIS protein levels, the distribution of tau in neurons of the HP, and total tau or phospho-tau protein levels were not different in young, middle-, and old-age Fischer 344 rats, with the exception of a small reduction in AIS volume and diameter in the CA2 region of aged animals. These data suggest that aging largely has no effect on these properties of the AIS or tau distribution, and thus, may not contribute directly to tau mislocalization.
Axitinib treatment in advanced RAI-resistant differentiated thyroid cancer (DTC) and refractory medullary thyroid cancer (MTC)
Authors: Capdevila Jaume , Trigo José Manuel , Aller Javier , Manzano José Luís , Adrián Silvia García , Llopis Carles Zafón , Reig Òscar , Bohn Uriel , Cajal Teresa Ramón y , Duran-Poveda Manuel , Astorga Beatriz González , López-Alfonso Ana , Martínez Javier Medina , Porras Ignacio , Reina Juan Jose , Palacios Nuria , Grande Enrique , Cillán Elena , Matos Ignacio , Grau Juan Jose 
Published: July 2017

Background
Axitinib, an antiangiogenic multikinase inhibitor (MKI), was evaluated in the compassionate use programme (CUP) in Spain (October 2012–November 2014).

Subjects and Methods
47 patients with advanced radioactive iodine (RAI)-refractory differentiated thyroid cancer (DTC, n = 34) or medullary thyroid cancer (MTC, n = 13) with documented disease progression were treated with axitinib 5 mg b.i.d. The primary efficacy endpoint was objective response rate (ORR) by Response Evaluation Criteria In Solid Tumors (RECIST) v1.1. Progression-free survival (PFS) and adverse events (AEs) were secondary objectives. Regulatory authorities validated the CUP, and all patients signed informed consent form.

Results
Axitinib was administered as first-line therapy in 17 patients (36.2%), as second-line in 18 patients (38.3%) and as third/fourth-line in 12 patients (25.5%). With a median follow-up of 11.5 months (0–24.3), ORR was 27.7% (DTC: 29.4% and MTC: 23.1%) and median PFS was 8.1 months (95% CI: 4.1–12.2) (DTC: 7.4 months (95% CI: 3.1–11.8) and MTC: 9.4 months (95% CI: 4.8–13.9)). Better outcomes were reported with first-line axitinib, with an ORR of 53% and a median PFS of 13.6 months compared with 16.7% and 10.6 months as second-line treatment. Twelve (25.5%) patients required dose reduction to 3 mg b.i.d. All-grade AEs included asthenia (53.2%), diarrhoea (36.2%), hypertension (31.9%) and mucositis (29.8%); grade 3/4 AEs included anorexia (6.4%), diarrhoea (4.3%) and cardiac toxicity (4.3%).

Conclusion
Axitinib had a tolerable safety profile and clinically meaningful activity in refractory and progressive thyroid cancer regardless of histology as first-line therapy. To our knowledge, this is the first time that cross-resistance between MKIs is suggested in thyroid cancer, highlighting the importance of prospective sequential clinical studies.
Early Hearing Detection and Vocabulary of Children With Hearing Loss
Authors: Yoshinaga-Itano Christine , Sedey Allison L. , Wiggin Mallene , Chung Winnie 
Published: July 2017

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES:
To date, no studies have examined vocabulary outcomes of children meeting all 3 components of the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI) guidelines (hearing screening by 1 month, diagnosis of hearing loss by 3 months, and intervention by 6 months of age). The primary purpose of the current study was to examine the impact of the current EHDI 1-3-6 policy on vocabulary outcomes across a wide geographic area. A secondary goal was to confirm the impact of other demographic variables previously reported to be related to language outcomes.

METHODS:
This was a cross-sectional study of 448 children with bilateral hearing loss between 8 and 39 months of age (mean = 25.3 months, SD = 7.5 months). The children lived in 12 different states and were participating in the National Early Childhood Assessment Project.

RESULTS:
The combination of 6 factors in a regression analysis accounted for 41% of the variance in vocabulary outcomes. Vocabulary quotients were significantly higher for children who met the EHDI guidelines, were younger, had no additional disabilities, had mild to moderate hearing loss, had parents who were deaf or hard of hearing, and had mothers with higher levels of education.

CONCLUSIONS:
Vocabulary learning may be enhanced with system improvements that increase the number of children meeting the current early identification and intervention guidelines. In addition, intervention efforts need to focus on preventing widening delays with chronological age, assisting mothers with lower levels of education, and incorporating adults who are deaf/hard-of-hearing in the intervention process.
Beverage Intake During Pregnancy and Childhood Adiposity
Authors: Gillman Matthew W. , Rifas-Shiman Sheryl L. , Fernandez-Barres Silvia , Kleinman Ken , Taveras Elsie M. , Oken Emily 
Published: July 2017

OBJECTIVES:
To examine associations of sugar sweetened beverages (SSBs) and other beverage intake during pregnancy with adiposity in midchildhood (median age of 7.7 years).

METHODS:
We studied 1078 mother-child pairs in Project Viva, a prospective prebirth cohort study. Exposures were sugary and nonsugary beverage intake assessed in the first and second trimesters of pregnancy by using a food frequency questionnaire. Main outcome measures were offspring overall adiposity (BMI z score, fat mass index [FMI, kg/m2] from dual-energy radiograph absorptiometry, and sum of subscapular [SS] and triceps [TR] skinfold thicknesses) and central adiposity (SS:TR ratio and waist circumference).

RESULTS:
In the second trimester, mean (SD) SSB intake was 0.6 (0.9) servings per day. Thirty-two percent of mothers were multiracial or people of color, 68% were college graduates, and 10% smoked during pregnancy. In midchildhood, mean (SD) BMI z score was 0.38 (1.00), and the FMI was 4.4 (1.9) kg/m2. In multivariable models adjusted for multiple maternal and child covariates, each additional serving per day of SSB was associated with higher BMI z scores (0.07 U; 95% confidence interval [CI]: −0.01 to 0.15), FMI (0.15 kg/m2; 95% CI: −0.01 to 0.30), SS + TR (0.85 mm; 95% CI: 0.06 to 1.64), and waist circumference (0.65 cm; 95% CI: 0.01 to 1.28). Stratified models suggested that the associations were due primarily to maternal, not child, SSB intake and to sugary soda rather than fruit drinks or juice. We did not find differences between boys and girls, nor did we observe the effects of sugar-free soda or of first-trimester beverage intake.

CONCLUSIONS:
Higher SSB intake during the second trimester of pregnancy was associated with greater adiposity in midchildhood.
Poems by Dragutin Domjanić Set to Music/Uglazbljene pjesme Dragutina Domjanića
Authors: Repar Kristina 
Published: July 2017

Abstract The 140th anniversary of the birth of the poet Dragutin Domjanić was marked in 2015. Composers Franjo Lučić, Vlaho Paljetak, Božidar Širola and Rudolf Matz set Domjanić’s verses to music, and this paper analyses some of these poems: “Popevka“ [“A Song“], “Kaj” [“What”], “Fala” [“Thank You”], “Popevke sem slagal” [“I Wrote Poems”], “Noć” [“The Night”], “Veter zgorec” [“The Mountain Wind”], “K suncu prosi vsaka roža” [“As Each Rose Stems towards the Sun”], “Snešica” [“A Young Girl”] and “Protuletna” [“A Spring Song”]. “K suncu prosi vsaka roža” [“As Each Rose Stems towards the Sun”], found in the collection “Pjevajte Gospodinu pjesmu novu” [“Sing to the Lord a New Song”] became part of the church liturgy. The poems “Fala” [“Thank You”] and “Kaj” [“What”] are part of the Croatian national heritage and were published in the collection “Tambura u Hrvata” [“Tamburitza in Croatia”]. Domjanić’s poems are extremely colourful, rich in landscape descriptions, and activate all the human senses. In his songs, “kajkavština” (the Kajkavian idiolect) is presented in all its fullness, beauty and luxury. The author’s love for the homeland is especially emphasised in the poem “Kaj” [“What”]. Love for a woman is interwoven with motifs from nature, forming an indivisible unit, while religious motifs are present in the poem “K suncu prosi vsaka roža” [“As Each Rose Stems towards the Sun”].Key words: Dragutin Domjanić; Croatian Impressionism; music; poetry; sheet music.---SažetakGodine 2015. navršila se 140. obljetnica rođenja pjesnika Dragutina Domjanić. Skladatelji Franjo Lučić, Vlaho Paljetak, Božidar Širola i Rudolf Matz uglazbili su njegove stihove, a u radu se analiziraju notni zapisi ovih pjesama: “Popevka”, “Kaj”, “Fala”, “Popevke sem slagal”, “Noć”, “Veter zgorec”, “K suncu prosi vsaka roža”, “Snešica” i “Protuletna”. Pjesma “K suncu prosi vsaka roža” postala je dio crkvene liturgije, uvrštavanjem u zbirku “Pjevajte Gospodinu pjesmu novu”. Pjesme “Fala” i “Kaj” postale su dio hrvatskoga narodnoga blaga, a objavljene su, između ostaloga, u zbirci “Tambura u Hrvata”. Domjanićeve su pjesme iznimno koloristične, bogate pejzažima, te aktiviraju sva ljudska čula. U njima je kajkavština predstavljena u čitavoj svojoj punini, ljepoti i raskoši. Piščeva ljubav prema dragomu kraju i ljudima također dolazi do izražaja, osobito u pjesmi “Kaj”. Ljubav prema dragoj prožima se s motivima prirode i time čini neodvojivu cjelinu, a religiozni je motiv prisutan u pjesmi “K suncu prosi vsaka roža”. Ključne riječi: Dragutin Domjanić; glazba; hrvatski impresionizam; notni zapis; poezija.
Antiemetic Corticosteroid Rotation from Dexamethasone to Methylprednisolone to Prevent Dexamethasone-Induced Hiccup in Cancer Patients Treated with Chemotherapy: A Randomized, Single-Blind, Crossover Phase III Trial
Authors: Go Se-Il , Koo Dong-Hoe , Kim Seung Tae , Song Haa-Na , Kim Rock Bum , Jang Joung-Soon , Oh Sung Yong , Lee Kyung Hee , Lee Soon Il , Kim Seong-Geun , Park Lee Chun , Lee Sang-Cheol , Park Byeong-Bae , Ji Jun Ho , Yi Seong Yoon , Lee Yun-Gyoo , Yun Jina , Bruera Eduardo , Hwang In Gyu , Kang Jung Hun 
Published: July 2017

Abstract

Background
To assess whether the rotation of dexamethasone to methylprednisolone decreases the intensity of dexamethasone-induced hiccup (DIH) in cancer patients treated with chemotherapy.

Materials and Methods
Adult patients who experienced DIH within 3 days after the administration of dexamethasone as an antiemetic were screened. Eligible patients were randomly assigned to receive dexamethasone (n = 33) or methylprednisolone (n = 32) as an antiemetic (randomization phase). In the next cycle of chemotherapy, the dexamethasone group received methylprednisolone and vice versa in the methylprednisolone group (crossover phase). The primary endpoint was the difference in hiccup intensity as measured using the numeric rating scale (NRS) between two groups.

Results
No female patients were enrolled, although the study did not exclude them. At the randomization phase, hiccup frequency was 28/33 (84.8%) in the dexamethasone group versus 20/32 (62.5%) in the methylprednisolone group (p = .04). Intensity of hiccup was significantly higher in the dexamethasone group than that in the methylprednisolone group (mean NRS, 3.5 vs. 1.4, p &lt; .001). At the crossover phase, hiccup intensity was further decreased after the rotation of dexamethasone to methylprednisolone in the dexamethasone group (mean NRS, 3.5 to 0.9, p &lt; .001), while it was increased by rotating methylprednisolone to dexamethasone in the methylprednisolone group (mean NRS, 1.4 to 3.3, p = .025). There were no differences in emesis intensity between the two groups at either the randomization or crossover phases. Clinicaltrials.gov identifier: NCT01974024.

Conclusion
Dexamethasone-induced hiccup is a male-predominant phenomenon that can be ameliorated by rotating dexamethasone to methylprednisolone without compromising the antiemetic efficacy.