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Transition of Femtosecond-Filament-Solid Interactions from Single to Multiple Filament Regime
Authors: Skrodzki P. J. , Burger M. , Jovanovic I. 
Published: October 2017

AbstractHigh-peak-power fs-laser filaments offer unique characteristics attractive to remote sensing via techniques such as remote laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (R-LIBS). The dynamics of several ablation mechanisms following the interaction between a filament and a solid determines the emission strength and reproducibility of target plasma, which is of relevance for R-LIBS applications. We investigate the space- and time-resolved dynamics of ionic and atomic emission from copper as well as the surrounding atmosphere in order to understand limitations of fs-filament-ablation for standoff energy delivery. Furthermore, we probe the shock front produced from filament-target interaction using time-resolved shadowgraphy and infer laser-material coupling efficiencies for both single and multiple filament regimes through analysis of shock expansion with the Sedov model for point detonation. The results provide insight into plasma structure for the range of peak powers up to 30 times the critical power for filamentation P
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. Despite the stochastic nucleation of multiple filaments at peak-powers greater than 16 P
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, emission of ionic and neutral species increases with pump beam intensity, and short-lived nitrogen emission originating from the ambient is consistently observed. Ultimately, results suggest favorable scaling of emission intensity from target species on the laser pump energy, furthering the prospects for use of filament-solid interactions for remote sensing.
All-optical control on a graphene-on-silicon waveguide modulator
Authors: Ooi Kelvin J. A. , Leong Peng Chuen , Ang Lay Kee , Tan Dawn T. H. 
Published: October 2017

AbstractThe hallmark of silicon photonics is in its low loss at the telecommunications wavelength, economic advantages and compatibility with CMOS design and fabrication processes. These advantages are however impeded by its relatively low Kerr coefficient that constrains the power and size scaling of nonlinear all-optical silicon photonic devices. Graphene, with its unprecedented high Kerr coefficient and uniquely thin-film structure, makes a good nonlinear material to be easily integrated onto all-optical silicon photonic waveguide devices. We study the design of all-optical graphene-on-silicon (GOS) waveguide modulators, and find the optimized performance of MW cm−2 in optical pump intensities and sub-mm device lengths. The improvements brought by the integration of graphene onto silicon photonic waveguides could bring us a step closer to realising compact all-optical control on a single chip.
BP plc 2010 – a case of linguistic legitimation?
Authors: D’Northwood Gavin 
Published: October 2017

Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to examine the statements by the chairman and CEO in BP plc’s Annual Report 2010 for linguistic evidence of reader positioning. This is based on the premise that reputational fallout from the Deepwater Horizon oil spill would have heightened the need for such positioning to repair the company’s legitimacy.

Design/methodology/approach
Applying Halliday’s systemic functional linguistics (SFL) framework, a comparative register analysis was undertaken of the respective statements of the chairman and CEO of BP plc. This was informed by corpus analysis of these statements, of comparative statements from industry competitors and of two larger-scale corpora constructed from the chairman and CEO statements extracted from the annual reports of 25 FTSE100 companies.

Findings
The findings suggest that readers’ perceptions are likely to be shaped by the statements of the chairman and CEO of BP plc in the company’s 2010 annual report, but similarities and differences are apparent in the way this positioning is engineered. Broader corpus analysis hints that these similarities and differences are not localised to BP plc.

Research limitations/implications
The analysis relies on the assumptions that the chairman and CEO are the writers of each piece. As with prior research, questions of intent on the part of the corporate authors and impact upon target readers remain unanswered.

Practical implications
This paper demonstrates and highlights the issue of reader positioning through lexico-grammatical choices in corporate disclosures.

Originality/value
This paper makes a contribution to the literature by demonstrating how reader positioning may be engineered through lexico-grammatical choices in corporate disclosures. This paper further responds to a call from Sydserff and Weetman (1999, 2002) for interdisciplinary approaches to investigating corporate narrative reports involving linguistics, through foregrounding Halliday’s SFL framework as an analytical tool.
The moderating effect of management maturity on the implementation of an information platform system
Authors: Yang Tsai Gwo , Kuo Tsuang , Lin Li-Chen 
Published: October 2017

Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to explore the satisfaction level of government employees toward the e-government information platform system in Taiwan to better understand the effectiveness of such systems. Furthermore, this paper aimed to investigate the moderating effects of management maturity on quality management and user satisfaction.

Design/methodology/approach
This study examined the questionnaire via a pretest, and then 174 formal questionnaires were obtained from people who had used the focal information platform system.

Findings
The results show that management maturity has a high, positive moderating effect on service quality (SQ), a medium moderating effect on system quality (SysQ), and a low, negative moderating effect on information quality (IQ).

Research limitations/implications
One limitation of this study is that the survey was conducted at one public agency in Taiwan. Therefore, a suggestion for further research is to focus on both public and private corporations, as well as government agencies.

Practical implications
This study built a moderating model for 3Q and management maturity, in order to provide quality management directions, especially with regard to information management, system establishment, and service management.

Originality/value
Management maturity is a vital, albeit long neglected, determinant for the success of the adoption of e-government information systems (ISs). Such ISs serve only as a tool, and it is those who operate the systems that put their functions into full play. Given this, management maturity is likely to be the key to the successful operation of ISs.
Why do lenient claims handling practices exist in the insurance industry? A survey study of ethical decisions by claims adjusters
Authors: Tseng Lu-Ming 
Published: October 2017

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to investigate which factors will affect the insurance claims adjusters’ attitude and behavior intention toward lenient claims handling practices. These factors include organizational justice, behavioral-based control, significant others, and customer complaints.Design/methodology/approachData are collected with questionnaires from full-time licensed insurance claims adjusters in Taiwan. Partial least squares method is used to test the hypotheses.FindingsThe main results show that significant others and organizational justice have significant effects on the claims adjusters’ attitude toward the lenient claims handling practices. Significant others and attitude have significant effects on the behavioral intention.Originality/valueThe influence of claims management on insurance companies’ operation is quite considerable. Poor claims management may not only harm insurance companies’ finance, but also affect the adjustment of future premiums. Yet, in reality, some claims adjusters are found to make flawed claims decisions. Very few studies discuss this problem. This study provides an initial step toward understanding this issue.
Protists are an integral part of the Arabidopsis thaliana microbiome
Authors: Sapp Melanie , Ploch Sebastian , Fiore‐Donno Anna M. , Bonkowski Michael , Rose Laura E. 
Published: October 2017

SummaryAlthough protists occupy a vast range of habitats and are known to interact with plants among other things via disease suppression, competition or growth stimulation, their contributions to the ‘phytobiome’ are not well described. To contribute to a more comprehensive picture of the plant holobiont, we examined cercozoan and oomycete taxa living in association with the model plant Arabidopsis thaliana grown in two different soils. Soil, roots, leaves and wooden toothpicks were analysed before and after surface sterilization. Cercozoa were identified using 18S rRNA gene metabarcoding, whereas the Internal Transcribed Spacer 1 was used to determine oomycetes. Subsequent analyses revealed strong spatial structuring of protist communities between compartments, although oomycetes appeared more specialized than Cercozoa. With regards to oomycetes, only members of the Peronosporales and taxa belonging to the genus Globisporangium were identified as shared members of the A. thaliana microbiome. This also applied to cercozoan taxa belonging to the Glissomonadida and Cercomonadida. We identified a strong influence by edaphic factors on the rhizosphere, but not for the phyllosphere. Distinct differences of Cercozoa found preferably in wood or fresh plant material imply specific niche adaptations. Our results highlight the importance of micro‐eukaryotes for the plant holobiont.
Daylight length‐dependent translocation of VIVID photoreceptor in cells and its essential role in conidiation and virulence of Beauveria bassiana
Authors: Tong Sen‐Miao , Zhang An‐Xue , Guo Chong‐Tao , Ying Sheng‐Hua , Feng Ming‐Guang 
Published: October 2017

SummaryThe fungal insect pathogen Beauveria bassiana has the blue‐light photoreceptor VIVID (VVD) but lacks a pigmentation pattern to trace its light responses. Here, we show that the fungal vvd is transcriptionally expressed, and linked to other blue/red photoreceptor genes, in a daylight length‐dependent manner. GFP‐tagged VVD fusion protein was localized to periphery, cytoplasm and vacuoles of hyphal cells in light/dark (L:D) cycles of 24:0 and 16:8 and aggregated in cytoplasm with shortening daylight until transfer into nuclei in full darkness. Deletion of vvd caused more reduced (91%) conidiation capacity in L:D 12:12 cycle of blue light (450/480 nm) than of yellow‐to‐red (540–760 nm) and white lights (∼70%). The conidiation defect worsened with shortened daylight in different L:D cycles of white light, coinciding well with drastic repression of key activator genes in central development pathway. Intriguingly, the deletion mutant displayed blocked secretion of cuticle‐degrading Pr1 proteases, retarded dimorphic transition in insect haemocoel, and hence a lethal action twice longer than those for control strains against Galleria mellonella regardless of the infection passing or bypassing insect cuticle. Conclusively, VVD sustains normal conidiation in a daylight length‐dependent manner and acts as a vital virulence factor in B. bassiana.
Phenological growth stages of mulberry tree (Morus sp.) codification and description according to the BBCH scale
Authors: Sánchez‐Salcedo E.M. , Martínez‐Nicolás J.J. , Hernández Fca. 
Published: October 2017

AbstractRecently, mulberry fruits have increased rapidly the production and consumption, due to its high levels of bioactive compounds, excellent taste and nutritional value. Nevertheless there is poorly information about its phenology. In the present study, the different phenological growth stages of mulberry are characterised according to the BBCH (Biologische Bundesanstalt, Bundessortenamt Chemische Industrie) scale. Eight of the 10 principal developmental stages from BBCH scale were described for Morus sp., starting at bud development (stage 0) and ending at the senescence and beginning of the rest period (stage 9). The BBCH code for this species provides a consensual unified approach for standardisation of phenological stages in mulberry, moreover to facilitate agronomic practices.
Insecurity, distress and mental health: experimental and randomized controlled trials of a psychosocial intervention for youth affected by the Syrian crisis
Authors: Panter‐Brick Catherine , Dajani Rana , Eggerman Mark , Hermosilla Sabrina , Sancilio Amelia , Ager Alastair 
Published: October 2017

BackgroundStrengthening the evidence base for humanitarian interventions that provide psychosocial support to war‐affected youth is a key priority. We tested the impacts of an 8‐week programme of structured activities informed by a profound stress attunement (PSA) framework (Advancing Adolescents), delivered in group‐format to 12–18 year‐olds in communities heavily affected by the Syrian crisis. We included both Syrian refugee and Jordanian youth.MethodsWe followed an experimental design, comparing treatment youth and wait‐list controls over two programme implementation cycles, randomizing to study arm in cycle 2 (ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT03012451). We measured insecurity, distress, mental health difficulties, prosocial behaviour and post‐traumatic stress symptoms at three time‐points: baseline (n = 817 youth; 55% Syrian, 43% female), postintervention (n = 463; 54% Syrian, 47% female), and follow‐up (n = 212, 58% Syrian, 43% female). Regression models assessed: prospective intervention impacts, adjusting for baseline scores, trauma exposure, age, and gender; differential impacts across levels of trauma exposure and activity‐based modality; and sustained recovery 1 year later. We analysed cycle‐specific and cycle‐pooled data for youth exclusively engaged in Advancing Adolescents and for the intent‐to‐treat sample.ResultsWe found medium to small effect sizes for all psychosocial outcomes, namely Human Insecurity (β = −7.04 (95% CI: −10.90, −3.17), Cohen's d = −0.4), Human Distress (β = −5.78 (−9.02, −2.54), d = −0.3), and Perceived Stress (β = −1.92 (−3.05, −0.79), d = −0.3); and two secondary mental health outcomes (AYMH: β = −3.35 (−4.68, −2.02), d = −0.4; SDQ: β = −1.46 (−2.42, −0.50), d = −0.2). We found no programme impacts for prosocial behaviour or post‐traumatic stress reactions. Beneficial impacts were stronger for youth with exposure to four trauma events or more. While symptoms alleviated for both intervention and control groups over time, there were sustained effects of the intervention on Human Insecurity.ConclusionsFindings strengthen the evidence base for mental health and psychosocial programming for a generation affected by conflict and forced displacement. We discuss implications for programme implementation and evaluation research.
Serum procalcitonin levels predict acute kidney injury in critically ill patients
Authors: Jeeha Rajeev , Skinner David L , De Vasconcellos Kim , Magula Nombulelo P 
Published: October 2017

ABSTRACTAimTo determine whether admission procalcitonin (PCT) was associated with the subsequent development of acute kidney injury (AKI) in a general population of critically ill patients.MethodsThe study was a retrospective observational study conducted in a multidisciplinary intensive care unit (ICU) over a period of 1 year. Adult patients who had a PCT performed on admission and who did not have chronic kidney disease (CKD) or AKI on admission, were evaluated for the development of AKI within the first week of ICU admission, according to the Kidney Disease Improving Global Outcomes (KDIGO) criteria. The association between PCT on admission and the development of AKI was explored for the entire cohort and for septic and non‐septic subgroups.ResultsTwo hundred and one patients were included in the study. The incidence of AKI in the first 7 days of ICU admission was 36.8%. PCT, age, the presence of shock on admission, and sepsis were significantly associated with AKI on univariate analysis. Multivariable analysis of the entire cohort revealed that age, shock and sepsis remained independent predictors of AKI, while PCT was no longer significant. When the septic and non‐septic patients were analyzed separately a PCT ≥10 ng/mL remained the only significant predictor of AKI in the non‐septic patients (OR 4.430; 95% CI 1.464–13.399), but was not an independent predictor of AKI in septic patients.ConclusionThe main finding of this study was the significant association of an elevated PCT on admission with the development of AKI in the non‐septic patient. An elevated PCT in a non‐septic patient identifies a patient at increased risk of AKI. PCT requires further study as a novel biomarker of AKI in non‐septic patients.
Ranitidine‐induced black tongue: A case report
Authors: Akcaboy Meltem , Sahin Sanliay , Zorlu Pelin , Şenel Saliha 
Published: October 2017

AbstractBlack tongue is a rare, benign, self‐limiting disorder caused by certain conditions and some medications. We report the first case of a child diagnosed with black tongue associated with ranitidine use. We report our case to emphasize the rare side effect of this frequently used drug. Health care professionals should be aware of the likelihood of ranitidine‐induced black tongue in clinical practice.
Evaluation of droplet digital PCR for quantification of residual leucocytes in red blood cell concentrates
Authors: Doescher A. , Loges U. , Petershofen E. K. , Müller T. H. 
Published: October 2017

Background and ObjectivesEnumeration of residual white blood cells in leucoreduced blood components is essential part of quality control. Digital PCR has substantially facilitated quantitative PCR and was thus evaluated for measurements of leucocytes.Materials and MethodsTarget for quantification of leucocytes by digital droplet PCR was the blood group gene RHCE. The SPEF1 gene was added as internal control for the entire assay starting with automated DNA extraction. The sensitivity of the method was determined by serial dilutions of standard samples. Quality control samples were analysed within 24 h, 7 days and 6 months after collection. Routine samples from leucodepleted red blood cell concentrates (n = 150) were evaluated in parallel by flow‐cytometry (LeucoCount) and by digital PCR.ResultsDigital PCR reliably detected at least 0·4 leucocytes per assay. The mean difference between PCR and flow‐cytometric results from 150 units was −0·01 (±1·0). DNA samples were stable for up to at least six months. PCR measurement of leucocytes in samples from plasma and platelet concentrates also provided valid results in a pilot study.ConclusionDroplet digital PCR to enumerate leucocytes offers an alternative for quality control of leucoreduced blood products. Sensitivity, specificity and reproducibility are comparable to flow‐cytometry. The option to collect samples over an extended period of time and the automatization introduce attractive features for routine quality control.
A Devil's dictionary for mental health
Authors: Timms Philip 
Published: October 2017

SummaryClinical psychiatry, for all its emphasis on scientific rigour, is mediated mainly by words rather than by numbers. As with other professional areas, it has developed its own set of jargon words and phrases. Many of these are not the technical terms traditionally seen as jargon, but standard English words and phrases used in an idiosyncratic way. They therefore go unnoticed as jargon, while enfeebling our communications. I have used the template of Ambrose Bierce's The Devil's Dictionary to highlight some examples, with the aim of helping us all to talk, write and, perhaps, think more clearly.
Poétique de la distance: deux approches contrastées, Ying Chen et Aki Shimazaki
Authors: Parker Gabrielle 
Published: October 2017

Abstract
The paths followed by Aki Shimazaki and Ying Chen cross but do not meet; their writers’ journeys are equally different. Shimazaki weaves the development of her characters on a background of cultural, social and historical facts whilst stating that her main topic is the ‘human tragedy of a single person’. Her didactic intent is evident, the author choosing to explore universal topics through the prism of her own culture, thereby exploiting her own intercultural position. Conversely, Chen deems her Chinese origins irrelevant. She hopes her readers ‘do not seek to find out about [her] native country but rather to know themselves’. Her latest fiction situates her protagonists outside time and place coordinates. Both writers use the serial genre to develop their respective projects, but do so differently. Similarly, their distanced approach to their topic responds to distinct aesthetic positions. This article assesses how ethics, aesthetics and a generic instability combine into a singular poethics in each of the works examined.
Les itinéraires d’Aki Shimazaki et de Ying Chen se croisent sans se rencontrer et leurs parcours d’écrivaines divergent semblablement. Shimazaki tisse le développement de ses personnages sur fond de réalités culturelles et sociales et de faits historiques avérés tout en affirmant que son sujet principal est ‘la tragédie humaine d’un individu’. L’intention didactique est évidente, l’auteure choisissant d’explorer des thèmes universels au travers du prisme de sa propre culture, exploitant ainsi sa propre situation interculturelle. Pour Chen, au contraire, ses origines chinoises sont littéralement ‘hors thème’. Elle dit espérer être lue ‘non pas pour connaître [s]on pays natal mais pour se connaître’ soi-même (1997). Ses derniers romans situent les protagonistes en dehors des coordonnées temps et lieu. Si les deux romancières font appel à la forme sérielle pour développer leurs projets respectifs elles la déclinent différemment. De même, la distance que prend l’auteure par rapport à son sujet correspond à des positions esthétiques distinctes. Cette étude examinera comment l’éthique, l’esthétique et une instabilité générique se conjuguent dans une poéthique singulière pour chacune de ces deux œuvres.
The effect of censorship on Manoel de Oliveira’s screenplays during the Salazar Dictatorship in Portugal (1933−74)
Authors: Benis Rita 
Published: October 2017

Abstract
Portuguese screenwriter/director Manoel de Oliveira (1908–2015) survived almost the whole history of cinema, starting in the silent film epoch with Douro Faina Fluvial/Labor on the Douro (1931), and premiering his last film, O Velho do Restelo/The Old Man of Belem (2014), on his 106th birthday. During the political dictatorship of António de Oliveira Salazar, from 1933 to 1974, Manoel de Oliveira had to deal with exhaustive supervision over his projects and screenplays. The documentation held by the Portuguese National Archive reveals the complex conditions imposed by the censors (Secretariado Nacional de Informação (SNI), the Portuguese National Secretary of Information), as well as the filmmaker’s screenwriting strategies to circumvent those rules (not always with success, unfortunately). Throughout the files of Angélica (1954), Acto da Primavera/Rite of Spring (1958), A Caça/The Hunt (1958), among other film projects that did not succeed in passing the SNI evaluations, we can observe how decisively censorship influenced Portuguese cinema and the screenwriting of that time. This article explores how, under the tight control of the SNI, Manoel de Oliveira was not allowed to follow the original ‘finale’ foreseen in his screenplay A Caça/The Hunt and how, instead, he was bound to film a new ‘happy-ending’ according to the regime’s premises.