bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Tertullian’s Adversus Marcionem and Middleplatonism
Authors: Moreschini Claudio 
Published: June 2017

Abstract:The most recent research on Tertullian and his polemic against Marcion has been, above all, dedicated to three problems of great importance: (1) how the biblical text of Marcion can be reconstructed from Tertullian (which is connected to the problem of the chronological order of the canonical gospels), (2) on the biblical text that Tertullian himself had used, and (3) on the position of Marcion in Christian culture and in Greco-Roman culture of the second century. The present article will try to define Tertullian’s literary, philosophical, and theological interests in relation to the culture of his time. Tertullian had, in fact, a pagan education (that of the Second Sophistic), in which rhetoric and philosophy coexisted: Nevertheless, he was a Christian sophist who wanted to enhance the theology of his religion by making use of the Middle Platonic philosophy of his time.
Silence is difficult: On missing elements in bilingual grammars
Authors: Laleko Oksana , Polinsky Maria 
Published: June 2017

Abstract
Near-native speakers (heritage speakers and adult second language learners alike) experience difficulty in interpreting and
producing linguistic constructions that contain morphologically null elements. We dub this phenomenon the Silent Problem.
The bulk of literature on the Silent Problem in near-native speakers has concentrated on the identification and interpretation of null
pronominals. In this paper we expand our understanding of the Silent Problem in three ways. First, we show that the range of the
problem extends well beyond the grammar of null pronominals. Second, we argue that the various manifestations of the Silent
Problem all follow from a typical aspect of near-native grammars: difficulty in recovering missing elements that have discourse
antecedents. Third, although heritage and second language speakers show similar difficulties in the recovery of discourse-licensed
silent elements, the two speaker populations differ in their evaluation of zero-marked forms in contrastive contexts. We account
for this difference by the fact that heritage speakers differ from second language speakers in the comprehension of contrastive
material. This comprehension requires good control of the interface between syntax and information structure (including prosodic
knowledge), and heritage speakers have an advantage over second language learners in that area.
Novel diastereoisomers of C21H20O3 obtained from the cathodic reduction of methyl (2E)-3-[2-(2-{2-[(1E)-3-methoxy-3-oxoprop-1-en-1-yl]phenyl}ethyl)phenyl]prop-2-enoate
Authors: Curilazo Ricardo , Pardini Vera L. , Viertler Hans , Zukerman-Schpector Julio , Tiekink Edward R. T. 
Published: June 2017

Abstract
The diastereoisomeric title compounds, 5 and 6, were obtained as a result of intramolecular electrohydrocyclisation of methyl (2E)-3-[2-(2-{2-[(1E)-3-methoxy-3-oxoprop-1-en-1-yl]phenyl}ethyl)phenyl]prop-2-enoate. The common feature of the molecular structures is the presence of a central, eight-membered, –C(H)–C(H)–CC–(CH2)2–CC, ring appended to a cyclopentenyl and two phenyl rings. This study represents an unprecedented structural characterisation of such an atomic/bonding arrangement. The distinctive feature of the structures relates to the conformation of the central rings, i.e. approximating a boat in 5 and a chair in 6. This difference in molecular conformations arises from the different configurations at the methine-C atoms of the cyclopentenyl ring, i.e. R- and S- (or S- and R-) in 5 as opposed to R- and R- (or S- and S-) in 6. In each case, the hydroxyl-OH forms an intramolecular hydrogen-bond to the adjacent carbonyl-O atom so the molecular packing in each of 5 and 6 is sustained by non-conventional interactions. A three-dimensional architecture in 5 arises from a combination of phenyl-C–H…O(carbonyl) and methyl- and methylene-C–H…π contacts. In the crystal of 6, supramolecular chains with a zig-zag topology along the c-axis are formed via methyl-C–H…O(hydroxyl); the chains pack with no directional interactions between them.
VLE Determination of Carbon Dioxide Loaded Aqueous Alkanolamine Mixtures Using Modified Kent Eisenberg Model
Authors: Suleman Humbul , Maulud Abdulhalim Shah , Man Zakaria 
Published: June 2017

Abstract
A computationally simple thermodynamic framework has been presented to correlate the vapour-liquid equilibria of carbon dioxide absorption in five representative types of alkanolamine mixtures. The proposed model is an extension of modified Kent Eisenberg model for the carbon dioxide loaded aqueous alkanolamine mixtures. The model parameters are regressed on a large experimental data pool of carbon dioxide solubility in aqueous alkanolamine mixtures. The model is applicable to a wide range of temperature (298–393 K), pressure (0.1–6000 kPa) and alkanolamine concentration (0.3–5 M). The correlated results are compared to the experimental values and found to be in good agreement with the average deviations ranging between 6% and 20%. The model results are comparable to other thermodynamic models.
Considerations about the Dependence of PEGylated ZnS Nanoparticles Properties on the Synthesis Method
Authors: Dumbrava Anca , Berger Daniela , Prodan Gabriel , Moscalu Florin , Diacon Aurel 
Published: June 2017

Abstract
We studied the dependence between properties and synthesis method for PEGylated ZnS nanoparticles. Thus, we proposed the PEGylation of ZnS nanopowder, in non-aqueous medium, by a facile one-pot synthesis in very mild conditions, as an alternative for the chemical precipitation of PEGylated ZnS in an aqueous solution, and we compared the properties of zinc sulfide obtained by both methods. The structure and morphology of PEGylated ZnS nanopowders were investigated by X-ray diffraction and transmission electron microscopy, and the FTIR spectra confirmed the PEGylation of ZnS nanoparticles. The values for band gap energy are in good accordance with the quantum confinement effect for nanocrystals. The mean dimension of particles was calculated, on the basis of UV–Vis spectra, by using the Brus equation and it is in good agreement with the crystallites size, determined from X-ray diffraction. The photocatalytic properties of synthesized nanopowders were tested in the degradation of Congo red azo dye, demonstrating a faster bleaching of dye in the presence of PEGylated ZnS prepared in non-aqueous medium. The photoluminescence properties are also dependent on the synthesis method and can be correlated with the surface modifications by PEG.
Familial partial lipodystrophy and proteinuric renal disease due to a missense c.1045C > T LMNA mutation
Authors: Fountas Athanasios , Giotaki Zoe , Dounousi Evangelia , Liapis George , Bargiota Alexandra , Tsatsoulis Agathocles , Tigas Stelios 
Published: June 2017

SummaryProteinuric renal disease is prevalent in congenital or acquired forms of generalized lipodystrophy. In contrast, an association between familial partial lipodystrophy (FPLD) and renal disease has been documented in very few cases. A 22-year-old female patient presented with impaired glucose tolerance, hyperinsulinemia, hirsutism and oligomenorrhea. On examination, there was partial loss of subcutaneous adipose tissue in the face, upper and lower limbs, bird-like facies with micrognathia and low set ears and mild acanthosis nigricans. Laboratory investigations revealed hyperandrogenism, hyperlipidemia, elevated serum creatine kinase and mild proteinuria. A clinical diagnosis of FPLD of the non-Dunnigan variety was made; genetic testing revealed a heterozygous c.1045C > T mutation in exon 6 of theLMNAgene, predicted to result in an abnormal LMNA protein (p.R349W). Electromyography and muscle biopsy were suggestive of non-specific myopathy. Treatment with metformin and later with pioglitazone was initiated. Due to worsening proteinuria, a renal biopsy was performed; histological findings were consistent with mild focal glomerular mesangioproliferative changes, and the patient was started on angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor therapy. This is the fourth report of FPLD associated with the c.1045C > T missenseLMNAmutation and the second with co-existent proteinuric renal disease. Patients carrying this specific mutation may exhibit a phenotype that includes partial lipodystrophy, proteinuric nephropathy, cardiomyopathy and atypical myopathy.Learning points:Lipodystrophy is a rare disorder characterized by the complete or partial loss of subcutaneous adipose tissue, insulin resistance, diabetes mellitus and hyperlipidemia.Proteinuric renal disease is a prevalent feature of generalized lipodystrophy but rare in familial partial lipodystrophy.Patients carrying the c.1045C > T missenseLMNAmutation (p.R349W) may present with familial partial lipodystrophy, proteinuric nephropathy, cardiomyopathy and atypical myopathy.
Regulierung in sozialpolitischer Perspektive
Authors: Thomas Stefan 
Published: June 2017

Zusammenfassung
Dieser Beitrag behandelt die Frage, inwieweit das Regulierungsrecht sozialpolitische Belange berücksichtigen kann. Der Begriff der sozialpolitischen Belange wird hierbei weit gefasst und bezieht sich auf all’ solche Ziele, die außerhalb der Sicherstellung von Wettbewerbsfreiheit und ökonomischer Effizienz liegen. Dazu gehören namentlich der Verbraucherschutz, die Berücksichtigung von Interessen bestimmter Gesellschaftsteile, wie etwa behinderter Menschen, ebenso wie sozialpolitische Belange im weiteren Sinne, zu denen etwa der Umweltschutz zu zählen ist. Es geht dem Beitrag zum einen darum, zu klären, inwieweit die Berücksichtigung solcher sozialpolitischer Belange im Regulierungsrecht systematisch und funktional zweckmäßig ist, und zum anderen, welche Vorgaben und Begrenzungen aus höherrangigem Recht, insbesondere dem Verfassungsrecht und dem Europarecht hierbei zu beachten sind.
Zunächst wird exemplarisch dargestellt, welche sozialpolitischen Bezüge das geltende Regulierungsrecht aufweist (II). Danach wird geprüft, in welchem Verhältnis diese zum Wettbewerbsprinzip innerhalb des Regulierungsrechts stehen, wobei es zum einen um systematische und funktionale Zusammenhänge geht, zum anderen um verfassungsrechtliche und europarechtliche Begrenzungen (III). Anschließend wird geklärt, welche Vorgaben aus dem Grundsatz des Gesetzesvorbehalts für die konkrete Umsetzung sozialpolitischer Zielbestimmungen im Regulierungsrecht folgen (IV). Der Beitrag enthält danach Überlegungen zu den Maßstäben für die gesetzgeberische Abwägung bei der Verfolgung von sozialpolitischen Zielen (V.) und endet mit einer Schlussbetrachtung (VI).
Document requests in complex EU merger cases
Authors: Wilson Thomas 
Published: June 2017

Abstract
The European Commission increasingly requests large document volumes in complex merger control cases. At the same time, the practice of the Commission in relation to such document requests can vary and appears to still be evolving. This article analyses more closely the Commission’s practice with regard to the scope and content of merger-related document requests as well as its approach to legal professional privilege and privilege logs. Where appropriate, comparisons are drawn with the US system, which is traditionally more “document-focused”, in particular in Second Request investigations.
Fusionskontrolle bei gesetzlichen Krankenkassen
Authors: von Brevern Daniel 
Published: June 2017

Zusammenfassung
Die Anzahl der gesetzlichen Krankenkassen sinkt seit Jahren kontinuierlich und hat sich von über 1.200 Anfang der 90er Jahre über 242 zum 1. Januar 2007 auf 113 zum 1. März 2017 reduziert. Es wird damit gerechnet, dass sich diese Zahl in Zukunft weiter signifikant reduzieren wird. Ob das Bundekartellamt für die Prüfung von Krankenkassen-Zusammenschlüssen zuständig ist, war lange Zeit umstritten. Seit Inkrafttreten der 8. GWB-Novelle am 30. Juni 2013 wird die Zuständigkeit des Bundeskartellamts ausdrücklich durch § 172a SGB V begründet. Der folgende Beitrag stellt die Entstehungsgeschichte, den Regelungsinhalt und die zu erwartenden Auslegungsfragen des § 172a SGB V dar, beleuchtet die materielle Fusionskontrolle im Bereich der Krankenkassen und untersucht die Auswirkungen auf das fusionskontrollrechtliche Verfahren.
PROYECTO ECOTURÍSTICO EN LA REGIÓN CARIBE COLOMBIANA
Authors: Estrada Sarmiento Enna Lucia , Correa Garrido Cristian Alberto 
Published: June 2017

Este artículo de investigación tuvo como objetivo analizar el entorno competitivo de un proyecto ecoturístico propuesto en el corregimiento de Galerazamba, adscrito al municipio de Santa Catalina (departamento de Bolívar, Colombia). Se utilizó el método descriptivo, con componente propositivo. Entre las técnicas de investigación aplicadas se encuentran: la encuesta, la entrevista y la observación participante, a través de las cuales se recolectó información de los diferentes actores implicados en el entorno competitivo (turistas y hoteles). Los resultados obtenidos, se evidencian las estrategias utilizadas por el sector turístico en la zona de influencia. Estos elementos ayudaron al establecimiento de una propuesta integradora para el proyecto􀀃 ecoturístico basado en el modelo planteado por Osterwalder. Se concluyó que el proyecto es viable en esta, zona siempre y cuando se integren nuevas modalidades de servicios, permitiendo encontrar así, a los turistas de diferentes segmentos, distintos productos y servicios en un solo lugar. ABSTRACTThis research article aimed to analyze the competitive environment of the ecotourism project proposed in the corregimiento of Galerazamba, in the municipality of Santa Catalina (Departamento of Bolívar, Colombia). The descriptive method was used along with proposals. Among the research techniques applied in the project to gather information of the different actors involved in the competitive environment (Tourists and hotels’ managers) are a survey, an interview and a participatory observation. The results obtained, show evidence of the strategies used in the tourist sector in the target area. These elements allowed the establishment of an inclusive proposal for the project, based on the model raised by Osterwalder. It was concluded that the project is viable in the target area, provided that different forms of services are incorporated, allowing tourists of different segments to find diverse products and services in one place.
Uso de los spots televisivos en las elecciones: la campaña politica de Paul Granda para la Alcaldía de Cuenca - 2009
Authors: De Santis Andrea 
Published: June 2017

<p>El presente estudio pretende demostrar la importancia del uso de spots televisivos en campaña electoral, como parte de estrategias profesionales que cambian el escenario donde diferentes candidatos se disputan los votos de las y los ciudadanas/os. Partiendo de la realidad del contexto político ecuatoriano, en particular de la ciudad de Cuenca, se analizan cinco spots televisivos utilizados por el candidato Paul Granda en su primer intento de ganar la Alcaldía de Cuenca, y símbolo del cambio que marca la forma de hacer campaña electoral en Ecuador, de tradicional a profesional. La maquinaria propagandística puesta en marcha por el Movimiento PAIS, obliga los otros partidos y candidatos a dar un giro radical a su estrategia electoral, produciendo un fuerte impacto en los públicos votantes, y consagrando el consenso que los ecuatorianos habían manifestado por el Presidente Rafael Correa en 2006. En el estudio se muestra este cambio a través de la campaña del candidato Granda, de la dependencia del movimiento y de los contrastes que provocan viejas y nuevas herramientas en el desarrollo de campañas profesionales que miden y planifican impactos, percepciones y preferencias.</p>
Antropología del cuerpo y el dolor
Authors: Muñoz Mainato Manuel Enrique 
Published: June 2017

<p>El culto al cuerpo está presente en todas las culturas y épocas histórica, así como “la experiencia del dolor” que ha conducido a los seres humanos al ejercicio del dominio y del poder de unos sobre otros mediante la aplicación de dolor sobre los cuerpos; verbigracia el dominio ideológico de tinte religioso ejercido por los patriarcas hebreos, los cultos sumerios, mesopotámicos, egipcios, griegos, romanos, aztecas, mayas, incas, etc. Durante el Medievo se constató esta realizad con más claridad. Un cuerpo torturado, sometido al dolor y al suplicio no es sino un referente pedagógico para sus congéneres. El miedo, el terror son patrones que diseñan un tipo de conducta humana, hacen de los seres humanos unos instrumentos de utilidad de los poderosos, de los delincuentes, de los narcotraficantes cuyo único propósito es acrecentar su imperio del capital por el poder de las armas.</p>
Reflexiones acerca de una acción colectiva juvenil: la “Marcha de la Gorra” y su multiplicidad
Authors: Bonvillani Andrea , Chaboux Melania Agustina 
Published: June 2017

<p>Desde 2007, la Marcha de la Gorra irrumpe en el centro de la ciudad de Córdoba (Argentina) demandando la transformación de la política de seguridad de la Provincia, por considerarla violatoria de los derechos humanos de los jóvenes de sectores populares. El enfoque metodológico de la investigación que originó este artículo se enmarca en la “Etnografía de eventos” (en el sentido propuesto por la antropóloga Borges). Nuestro propósito es analizar la Marcha en su diversidad y complejidad, evitando caer en cualquier tipo de esencialismo o pretensión unificadora.</p><p>Las líneas de sentido que permiten mostrar la cualidad de multiplicidad como clave analítica de la Marcha son varias. No obstante, en este artículo focalizaremos en la compleja diversidad de demandas y actores que se articulan en esta acción colectiva juvenil. Al mismo tiempo proponemos, a manera de hipótesis, una lectura sobre el impacto que esta multiplicidad tiene respecto de su potencialidad política. </p>
Conocimiento en colabor: Reflexiones y posibilidades para la construcción de paz
Authors: Arroyo Ortega Adriana , Alvarado Salgado Sara Victoria 
Published: June 2017

<p>Este artículo desarrolla un análisis acerca de las cuestiones metodológicas y epistemológicas que se encuentran en la investigación en ciencias sociales, a partir de diversas reflexiones en torno al abordaje de las perspectivas de la decolonialidad y la colabor, contemplándole desde sus fortalezas y posibilidades para una investigación que contribuya al agenciamiento de niñas, niños y jóvenes. En un primer momento se explicitan algunas condiciones contextuales de la investigación en América Latina, posteriormente se centra el texto en generar una deliberación sobre el conocimiento y la construcción del mismo desde el enfoque decolonial, como una forma de construir paz, para finalizar con la pregunta por la investigación en colabor como un aporte concreto para minimizar las asimetrías investigativas de cara a la construcción de paz, finalizando con el cierre conclusivo de lo expresado. </p>
Fouling assessment of tertiary palm oil mill effluent (POME) membrane treatment for water reclamation
Authors: Ghani Mohd Syahmi Hafizi , Haan Teow Yeit , Lun Ang Wei , Mohammad Abdul Wahab , Ngteni Rahmat , Yusof Khairul Muis Mohamed 
Published: June 2017

Abstract
In order to minimize the adverse impacts of palm oil mill effluent (POME) towards the environment and to cope with the stress associated with water scarcity, membrane technology has been employed to reclaim water from POME. This study investigated the performance and fouling propensity of membranes in treating tertiary POME with the aim to recycle and reuse the reclaimed water as boiler feed water. Three types of membranes (NF270, BW30, and XLE) were used and their performances were evaluated based on the removal of chemical oxygen demand (COD), color, turbidity, total dissolved solids, phosphorus, and conductivity. All parameters were significantly reduced through XLE and BW30 membrane filtration processes in which the permeate was complied with the boiler feed water standard, except NF270 membrane where the COD value exceeded the allowable limit. High permeation drag of NF270 and rougher surface of XLE membranes resulted in the accumulation of foulant on the membrane surfaces which eventually reduced the permeate flux, whereas BW30 membrane was encountered for lower fouling propensity due to its low permeation rate. Hence, BW30 was deemed as the best candidate for water reclamation due to its low fouling propensity and because the production of permeate complied with boiler feed water standard.
GestiÃ³n de eficiencia energÃ©tica como fuente de ventaja competitiva en la Universidad Santiago de Cali
Authors: Velasco Ramirez Sonia Yazmin , Vera Porras Juan Pablo , Echavaría García José , Valencia Valencia José 
Published: June 2017

El presente artÃ­culo de investigaciÃ³n derivado del proyecto de investigaciÃ³n titulado â€œDiseÃ±o de un modelo de sostenibilidad para el mejoramiento de las ventajas competitivas de las Instituciones de EducaciÃ³n Superior IESâ€ hace un proceso descriptivo explicativo del cÃ³mo se pueden mejorar las ventajas competitivas de laÂ Universidad Santiago de Cali de la ciudad de Cali Valle del Cauca en Colombia, a partir del uso eficiente del recurso hÃ­drico. La investigaciÃ³n se encuentra soportada en la teorÃ­a de responsabilidad social universitaria y de forma adyacente en la teorÃ­a normativa de los Stakeholders, desde el aspecto metodolÃ³gico, la investigaciÃ³n se enmarca en un estudio de caso con unidades incrustadas (YIN. ROBERT. K. ;2005).
Interactions of VDAC with Proteins Involved in Neurodegenerative Aggregation: An Opportunity for Advancement on Therapeutic Molecules
Authors: Magri Andrea , Messina Angela 
Published: June 2017

Background:
The Voltage Dependent Anion Channel (VDAC) proteins represent
the most important pore-forming proteins of the mitochondrial outer membrane, directly involved
in metabolism and apoptosis regulation. Literature has highlighted a key role of
VDACs in mitochondrial dysfunction typical of many neurodegenerative disorders. In particular,
the principal isoform VDAC1 represents the main mitochondrial docking site of many
misfolded proteins, such as amyloid β and Tau in Alzheimer's disease, α-synuclein in Parkinson's
disease and several SOD1 mutants in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis. The interaction of
misfolded proteins with VDAC1 has a strong impact on both cellular bioenergetics and apoptosis'
pathways alteration. Therefore, VDACs represent a promising therapeutic target in neurodegeneration.

Objective:
This review summarizes the roles of VDAC isoforms, and particularly of VDAC1,
in the most common neurological disorders and analyzes in detail molecules and peptides
available so far, able to interact and modulate VDAC1 in any considered pathological condition.

Conclusion:
This review offers a description of the most promising therapeutic strategies acting
on VDAC1, for the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases.