bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Order Management System Proposal Using Inventory Balance Equation with Non-continuous Replenishment
Authors: Novotna Veronika , Sustrova Tereza 
Published: July 2017

The purpose of this paper is to present an inventory balance model including an order-up-to replenishment policy with partial backlogging. Pictured in the model is a situation, where goods are not replenished continuously, but only at predetermined intervals. The model is described by ordinary differential equations with delayed argument because of the assumption of a time lag between ordering and delivery.A computer simulation which helps to demonstrate and verify model behaviour is utilized for the numerical solution of the model. Sales data of a real company are used as the input data.Due to the comparison of the designed model outputs against the real state in the company, it was verified that it is possible to achieve a substantial reduction in warehousing costs without a disproportionate increase in the risk of inventory shortage. The authors note that modern methods of functional analysis can be successfully applied in solving an inventory balance model.
Is There a Disk of Satellites around the Milky Way?
Authors: Maji Moupiya , Zhu Qirong , Marinacci Federico , Li Yuexing 
Published: July 2017

Abstract
The “disk of satellites” (DoS) around the Milky Way is a highly debated topic with conflicting interpretations of observations and their theoretical models. We perform a comprehensive analysis of all of the dwarfs detected in the Milky Way and find that the DoS structure depends strongly on the plane identification method and the sample size. In particular, we demonstrate that a small sample size can artificially produce a highly anisotropic spatial distribution and a strong clustering of the angular momentum of the satellites. Moreover, we calculate the evolution of the 11 classical satellites with proper motion measurements and find that the thin DoS in which they currently reside is transient. Furthermore, we analyze two cosmological simulations using the same initial conditions of a Milky-Way-sized galaxy, an N-body run with dark matter only, and a hydrodynamic one with both baryonic and dark matter, and find that the hydrodynamic simulation produces a more anisotropic distribution of satellites than the N-body one. Our results suggest that an anisotropic distribution of satellites in galaxies can originate from baryonic processes in the hierarchical structure formation model, but the claimed highly flattened, coherently rotating DoS of the Milky Way may be biased by the small-number selection effect. These findings may help resolve the contradictory claims of DoS in galaxies and the discrepancy among numerical simulations.
Geometrically Thick Obscuration by Radiation-driven Outflow from Magnetized Tori of Active Galactic Nuclei
Authors: Chan Chi-Ho , Krolik Julian H. 
Published: July 2017

Abstract
Near-Eddington radiation from active galactic nuclei (AGNs) has significant dynamical influence on the surrounding dusty gas, plausibly furnishing AGNs with geometrically thick obscuration. We investigate this paradigm with radiative magnetohydrodynamics simulations. The simulations solve the magnetohydrodynamics equations simultaneously with the infrared (IR) and ultraviolet (UV) radiative transfer (RT) equations; no approximate closure is used for RT. We find that our torus, when given a suitable sub-Keplerian angular momentum profile, spontaneously evolves toward a state in which its opening angle, density distribution, and flow pattern change only slowly. This “steady” state lasts for as long as there is gas resupply toward the inner edge. The torus is best described as a midplane inflow and a high-latitude outflow. The outflow is launched from the torus inner edge by UV radiation and expands in solid angle as it ascends; IR radiation continues to drive the wide-angle outflow outside the central hole. The dusty outflow obscures the central source in soft X-rays, the IR, and the UV over three-quarters of solid angle, and each decade in column density covers roughly equal solid angle around the central source; these obscuration properties are similar to what observations imply.
The JCMT Transient Survey: Data Reduction and Calibration Methods
Authors: Mairs Steve , Lane James , Johnstone Doug , Kirk Helen , Lacaille Kevin , Bower Geoffrey C. , Bell Graham S. , Graves Sarah , Chapman Scott ,   The JCMT Transient Team
Published: July 2017

Abstract
Though there has been a significant amount of work investigating the early stages of low-mass star formation in recent years, the evolution of the mass assembly rate onto the central protostar remains largely unconstrained. Examining in depth the variation in this rate is critical to understanding the physics of star formation. Instabilities in the outer and inner circumstellar disk can lead to episodic outbursts. Observing these brightness variations at infrared or submillimeter wavelengths constrains the current accretion models. The JCMT Transient Survey is a three-year project dedicated to studying the continuum variability of deeply embedded protostars in eight nearby star-forming regions at a one-month cadence. We use the SCUBA-2 instrument to simultaneously observe these regions at wavelengths of 450 and 850 μm. In this paper, we present the data reduction techniques, image alignment procedures, and relative flux calibration methods for 850 μm data. We compare the properties and locations of bright, compact emission sources fitted with Gaussians over time. Doing so, we achieve a spatial alignment of better than 1″ between the repeated observations and an uncertainty of 2%–3% in the relative peak brightness of significant, localized emission. This combination of imaging performance is unprecedented in ground-based, single-dish submillimeter observations. Finally, we identify a few sources that show possible and confirmed brightness variations. These sources will be closely monitored and presented in further detail in additional studies throughout the duration of the survey.
Le défi de la différenciation géographique, ou l’Europe à l’épreuve de ses diversités
Authors: Rey Violette 
Published: July 2017

Diversity and differences are reckoned to be among Europe’s defining characteristics, nearly by-words for its uniqueness, being at the same time assets and challenges for the construction of an enlarged European Union. By taking concepts as a starting point, the text tries to offer an analysis of the processes of diversification and differentiation without reference to any essentialism ; diversity and difference being relativized based on the scale at which they arise. Differentiation based on hard and enduring geographical partition lines (fractures), is analysed as a process in which identity-formation is heavily implicated, and in which complementarity and interrelationships between neighbouring cultural spheres are lacking. When differentiation is expressed by a continuum however, it is analysed as a process of interaction and interdependence, representing the mobility characteristic of economic development. The contemporary challenge derives from the risk of superposing these two types of differentiation, which would amount to being a stubborn obstacle to European integration.
La gestion des différences dans les pays nordiques : une réflexion à partir du cas de la Suède
Authors: Sanders Lena 
Published: July 2017

In Nordic countries, erasing social differences is part of a long traditional process characterised by firm political will and strong social control. The analysis of the Swedish model, through the crisis of the 1990s, brings out three dimensions of this management of differences : the rise of gender parity, the treatment of immigrants, and the decentralisation of territorial management. This analysis stresses, on the one hand, the processes of diversification and the irrepressible emergence of new types of differences. On the other hand, it proposes which kinds of adjustment can allow for the self-maintenance of this model so as to pursue the goal of equality. In spite of strong cultural and socio-economical similarities shared within a common Nordic identity, Scandinavian countries did not exhibit common foreign policy towards the European Union, each of them joining the EU upon a personal initiative, at different times and after a great deal of hesitation. When one feels completely European, is it necessary to belong to this EU “machine” for anything other than pragmatic or economic reasons ?
Processus de reconversion professionnelle de travailleur.euse.s inscrit.e.s dans des parcours professionnels marqués par la mobilité : entre le deuil du métier et le désir de réinvestir sa vie autrement
Authors: Fournier Geneviève , Gauthier Christine , Perron Frédéric , Masdonati Jonas , Zimmermann Hélène , Lachance Lise 
Published: July 2017

Cet article vise à mieux comprendre comment se construit le processus de reconversion professionnelle à la lumière de l’enchaînement des événements professionnels et biographiques de travailleur.euse.s du Québec. S’appuyant sur le paradigme du parcours de vie, l’analyse des entretiens menés auprès de 34 participant.e.s inscrit.e.s dans des parcours professionnels marqués par la mobilité a permis d’identifier, sur un horizon temporel de dix ans, quatre processus-types de reconversion : deux plus particulièrement impulsés par le contexte – le marché du travail ou la vie personnelle – et deux autres, davantage impulsés par des motifs identitaires.
Geochemical assessment of lake sediments in protected areas in Poland – a search for reference condition
Authors: Cieślewicz Joanna , Kobierski Mirosław , Cichosz Marcin 
Published: July 2017

<p>This paper presents the results of an assessment of macro- and microelements in the sediments of lakes laying within protected areas in Poland – the Drawa National Park, the Wel Landscape Park and the Górzno-Lidzbark Landscape Park. In each lake two grab sediment sample were collected: one in the littoral zone and the other in the deepest part of the lake basin. Sediment samples analysed for their content of inorganic carbon (IC) and the loss on ignition (LOI at 550°C) and, according to these parameters classified into three sediment types. Micro elements were detected with SEM-EDX system and the bioavailability of Zn, Cu, and Fe was evaluated after an extraction with DTPA (diethylenetriaminepentaacetic acid) solution. The most diverse chemical composition of the sediments was observed in the lakes of the Wel Landscape Park Lacustrine sediments were characterized by the heterogeneous content of organic matter (from 11.70 to 52.89%), calcium carbonate (from 0.0 to 42.73%) and mineral fractions (from 38.24 to 79.46%). They consisted of three different types of gyttja (fine grain-size, clayey-calcareous, clayey). The highest content of trace elements was determined in fine grain-size gyttja, which results from their current sorption properties, as well as alimentation by river waters flowing into the lakes. <br />The sediments contained relatively low concentrations of the analysed elements, which was reflected in the low values of the contamination factor (CF), the contamination degree (C<sub>deg</sub>), the geo-accumulation index (I<sub>geo</sub>) and the enrichment factor (EF). Values of the I<sub>geo</sub> point out also that these lake sediments were not contaminated by heavy metals. The total content of zinc and copper in some analyzed sediments was higher than the content assumed as acceptable for protected areas. The contribution of bioavailable forms of Zn and Cu ranges from 2.3 to 29.1% for Zn, and from 4.6 to 18.4% for Cu. The type of sediment, and the surface area largely determined the lake sediment chemical composition, while land-use in the catchments had a minor effect. This applies to both lakes of different parks and lakes within each of the parks.</p>
Organic matter dynamics in a savanna transition riparian zone: input of plant reproductive parts increases leaf breakdown process
Authors: Rezende Renan S. , Correia Patrícia R.S. , Gonçalves Jr José F. , Santos Anderson M. 
Published: July 2017

<p>The dynamics of coarse particulate organic matter (CPOM) drives the functioning of most low order freshwater ecosystems. We evaluated plant litter input, litterfall, leaf litter breakdown rates, and the aquatic invertebrate community over the course of one year in a stream situation in a transition zone between savannah and Atlantic forest. Total organic matter input (litter fall) was 335 g m<sup>-2</sup> yr<sup>-1</sup>, which was mainly composed of leaves (50%). Higher values are found in the transition from dry to rainy season (September and October), probably in response to water stress. The remaining leaf mass (65% on average) was lowest in May (49%) and highest in August (79%). CPOM productivity in this transition riparian zone is higher than in other savannah systems, but lower than in Atlantic forest. The higher leaf litter breakdown in May was likely accompanied by environmental enrichment due to increase in fruits and flowers (high energy resources). The coefficient of decomposition was classified as fast (k= -0.016) and showed a positive relationship with water flow (increase in physical abrasion). Collected invertebrates were classified as 6% shredders and 12% scrapers. The remaining leaf mass showed a negative relationship with scraper abundance, highlighting the importance of these trophic groups in tropical streams. We can conclude that climate factors (e.g., rainfall) directly affect the input and quality of CPOM and, consequently, leaf decomposition in savanna/Atlantic forest transition zones. </p>
Feasibility of molecular testing in a multicenter study with geographical variation in India: Epidermal growth factor receptor mutation as a model molecular test
Authors: Prabhash Kumar , Rauthan Amit , Rajappa Senthil , Desai Chirag , Mistry Rajesh , Dutt Amit , Chougule Anuradha , Mohan Ravi , Das Pratap , Kumar Rajiv , Noronha Vanita , Joshi Amit , Patil Vijay , Swarup Binay , Kukreja Anil 
Published: July 2017

AbstractContext: Trends in epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) mutation based on ethnicity assist the initial selection of targeted therapy regimen. Reported incidence of EGFR mutation in Indian NSCLC patients is variable, ranging from 22% to 51.8%.Aim and Settings and Design: This multicenter, noninterventional study evaluated the prevalence of EGFR mutation in Indian NSCLC patients, its association with patients’ demographics, and for the first time used a central laboratory for molecular testing.Subjects and Methods: Tissue samples from 252 NSCLC patients were tested at a Central Laboratory at Tata Memorial Hospital. Statistical Analysis Used: Patient demographics, baseline characteristics including smoking status from routine examination were recorded in a single visit. Chi-square or Fisher's exact test was used for association of EGFR mutation status with gender, age, smoking status, and histological subtypes.Results: The prevalence of EGFR mutation in Indian NSCLC patients was 23.4%. Among these, 55.9% patients had mutations in exon 19, 39% in exon 21, and 1.7% in exon 18. The incidence of EGFR mutation was higher in females than males (32.5% vs. 18.9%, respectively), and in 30.6% patients that had never smoked, 26.3% smokers, and 5.8% former smokers. The mean duration of transportation of tissue samples to the central laboratory was 48 h with an average turnaround time of 5 days for molecular testing.Conclusions: Molecular testing at a central laboratory is a feasible option in India. Prevalence of EGFR mutation in Indian NSCLC patients was similar across western and southern centers in India. A statistically significant association between EGFR mutation and gender as well as the smoking status of the patients was observed. Majority of the patients had in-frame deletions in exon 19.
Prognostic significance of neutrophil-lymphocyte ratio and platelet-lymphocyte ratio in predicting outcomes for peritoneal carcinomatosis patients treated with cytoreductive surgery and hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy
Authors: Loh Wei-Liang , Tan Grace , Chia Claramae , Tan Shaun , Teo Melissa 
Published: July 2017

Abstract
Background: Laboratory markers of systemic inflammation have demonstrated utility and cost-effectiveness in the prediction of clinical outcome in various malignancies. The aim of the present study is to evaluate the prognostic value of the neutrophil-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) and platelet-lymphocyte ratio (PLR) in peritoneal carcinomatosis (PC) patients who have undergone cytoreductive surgery (CRS) and hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) in a single institution.
Methods: Data were prospectively collected from 164 consecutive patients who underwent CRS-HIPEC procedures between 2001 and 2014, where preoperative NLR and PLR were obtained. The primary endpoints in our study were overall survival (OS) and disease-free survival (DFS). DFS and OS were analyzed using the Kaplan–Meier method. The log-rank test was used to determine if there was a difference in survival between different groups of patients. Univariate and multivariate analyses were performed using the Cox proportional hazards model.
Results: A total of 144 patients underwent 152 CRS-HIPEC procedures, of which 113 females (74.3%) and 31 males (25.6%) with a median age of 51.5 (range 14–74) were included. Neither NLR nor PLR was associated with DFS on univariate analysis. On the exclusion of Peritoneal carcinomatosis index, PLR was significantly associated with DFS, and NLR was not associated with OS on univariate or multivariate analysis. PLR was associated with OS as a continuous or categorical variable with a cutoff of 160 on univariate analysis, but this association disappeared on multivariate analysis.
Conclusion: This study shows that PLR may be more closely associated with recurrence risk and survival of PC patients undergoing CRS-HIPEC than NLR.
A phase III, multicentric, open-label, two-arm, parallel group, active-control, randomized, comparative clinical study to evaluate efficacy and safety of RituxiRel™ arm (rituximab) with reference arm (rituximab) in patients with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma
Authors: Apsangikar Prasad , Chaudhry Sunil , Naik Manoj , Kozgi Parvez 
Published: July 2017

Abstract
Introduction: Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma (NHL) is the sixth most common hematological malignancy in adults, with B-cell lymphomas accounting for 85% of all NHLs. Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) is the most common subtype of NHL and follicular lymphoma (FL) is the second most common form of B-cell NHL.
Materials and Methods: The primary objective of this study is to assess the efficacy of Rituxirel™ arm with reference arm, whereas the secondary objective is to evaluate safety of Rituxirel™ arm with the reference arm in patients diagnosed with NHL.
Results: The first patient was enrolled on April 30, 2012 and the efficacy and safety analysis was performed at 24 weeks. The objective response rate (ORR) was observed to be 87.87% in Rituxirel™ arm. 45.45% patients showed complete response and 42.42% patients showed partial response in Rituxirel™ arm. The ORR was observed to be 86.66% in the reference arm. 33.33% patients showed complete response and 53.33% patients showed partial response in reference arm in the Rituxirel™ arm, the most commonly reported treatment-emergent adverse events (TEAEs) related to blood and lymphatic system disorders were 52.94%, whereas in the reference arm, the reported TEAEs related to blood and lymphatic system disorders were 70%.
Conclusion: Based on the results from the efficacy and safety analysis at week 24, Rituxirel™ arm was found to be as effective and safe as the reference arm. Rituxirel™ arm can be a prudent option to the reference arm, in patients undergoing treatment for DLBCL or FL.
A case report of nodal marginal zone lymphoma: Diagnosis and management
Authors: Nikam Dilip 
Published: July 2017

AbstractNodal marginal zone B-cell lymphoma (NMZL) is a rare subtype of non-Hodgkin lymphoma, usually presented at advanced stage. The treatment for NMZL is currently consistent with follicular lymphoma which includes observation for asymptomatic patients to cyclophosphamide, doxorubicin, vincristine, prednisone (CHOP) or CHOP plus rituximab regimen, fludarabine or bendamustine and rituximab (B-R) for advanced, symptomatic patients. The B-R regimen is effective and could be evaluated further as the first-line therapy.
Single injection thoracic paravertebral block (TPVB) for breast surgery in morbidly obese patient
Authors: Kulkarni Anita , Selvakumar Vedapadmapriya , Gupta Namrata 
Published: July 2017

AbstractMorbidly obese (MO) patients with associated restrictive airway disease, obstructive sleep apnea, and coronary artery disease pose challenge to an anesthesiologist. Regional block combined with general anesthesia (GA) is the anesthetic technique of choice as it will decrease the requirement of opioids, anesthetics, and postoperative respiratory depression. A MO patient for modified radical mastectomy was successfully managed with single-injection thoracic paravertebral block and conventional GA.
Assessing resiliency and personal growth in a group of adolescents experiencing negative life events: The mediating role of emotional intelligence
Authors: Kobylarczyk Magdalena , Ogińska-Bulik Nina 
Published: July 2017

BackgroundThe aim of the study was to examine the relationship between resiliency, emotional intelligence and personal growth in a group of youth, including the mediating role of emotional intelligence in the relationship between resiliency and personal growth.Participants and procedureThe results of 101 adolescents who have experienced a negative life event were analysed. The age of respondents ranged between 16 and 17 years (M = 16.49; SD = 0.50). The Personal Growth Questionnaire, Resiliency Measurement Scale and Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire were used in the study.ResultsThe results of the analyses indicate that emotional intelligence is positively associated with personal growth and plays a mediating role in the relationship between resiliency and the occurrence of positive changes after experiencing negative life events, especially in terms of changes in relating to others and appreciation of life.ConclusionsWhen searching for factors determining the occurrence of positive consequences of experienced life events, their direct or indirect impact should be taken into account.
A transmissão da fé na nova arquitetura da comunicação contemporânea
Authors: Puntel Joana Terezinha 
Published: July 2017

<p>Evangelização no contexto da sociedade contemporânea, transmissão da fé, nova arquitetura da comunicação constituem os eixos centrais deste artigo. Estes eixos encontram-se interligados e giram como engrenagens necessárias para a transmissão da fé, hoje. Sociedade com um cenário marcado por inéditas experiências no campo da cultura digital, encontra-se um “novo sujeito” que se move dentro de uma nova arquitetura da comunicação. A modalidade da transmissão da mensagem altera-se de unilinear para novas formas de interação. No processo comunicativo da cultura digital, a transmissão unilinear (ou unidirecional) é substituída por aquela reticular, interativa e colaborativa (<em>network</em>). O estudo aborda a convergência e continuidade do magistério da Igreja sobre a evangelização e sua necessária abertura para o diálogo entre fé e cultura, a partir do Concílio Vaticano II. Considera a necessidade de repensar as modalidades existentes para a transmissão da fé. Atitude que requer coragem de pensar de modo mais profundo a relação entre fé, a vida da Igreja e as transformações que vivemos hoje. Na cultura digital, cresce e se alarga uma nova percepção e compreensão da fé. Na era digital novas linguagens desafiam paradigmas tradicionais e nos impelem para uma mudança de mentalidade e de prática pastoral.</p>