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Spider silk foam coating of fabric
Authors: Jokisch Stephan , Scheibel Thomas 
Published: September 2017

Abstract
Silks are well known natural fibers used for textile applications and have got for the first time available upon sericulture of silkworms (Bombyx mori) several thousand years ago in China. In contrast to silkworm silk, spider silks offer better mechanical properties such as higher tensile strength and much better toughness, but natural spider silk is less accessible due to the cannibalistic behavior of spiders prohibiting large scale farming, and therefore has not been employed in textile industry yet. In this study, a biotechnologically produced spider silk protein was introduced as a new material for textile applications in form of foam coating material. The spider silk foam coating was developed to increase the abrasion behavior of natural and polymeric furniture textiles. Modern textiles are high-tech materials and optimized concerning yarn design and fabric weave to fit a wide range of applications. Often hydrofluorocarbons based coatings are used to enhance textile performances. Upon coating with sustainable spider silk, yarn fraying was significantly reduced lowering the tendency to form knots and loops. Further, the textile abrasion resistance, analyzed by pilling tests, was improved significantly (17–200%) for all tested types of fabrics, in particular long term strain pilling was minimized.
Thermoelectric behavior of PEDOT:PSS/CNT/graphene composites
Authors: Liu Yan-Xin , Liu Hai-Hui , Wang Jian-Ping , Zhang Xing-Xiang 
Published: September 2017

Abstract
Hybrids of poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene) (PEDOT):poly(4-styrene sulfonate) (PSS)/multi-walled carbon nanotube (MWCNT)/graphene (P/M/G), which have high electrical conductivity and low thermal conductivity, were successfully prepared in aqueous solution through in situ polymerization of 3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene (EDOT) monomers in the presence of poly(sodium 4-styrene sulfonate) (PSSNa). Meanwhile, the composites were characterized by Raman spectroscopy, infrared (IR) spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction (XRD), X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) and transmission electron microscopy. Thermoelectric properties of the samples were measured at room temperature and 50°C. Compared with pristine PEDOT:PSS (P), PEDOT:PSS/MWCNT (P/M) and PEDOT:PSS/graphene (P/G), the power factor of P/M/G composites was significantly improved, whatever the temperature. It increased from 0.061 μW/mK2 to 0.105 μW/mK2 at room temperature and from 0.070 μW/mK2 to 0.142 μW/mK2 at 50°C, meaning 72% and 103% enhancement, respectively. The increased power factor is attributed to the synergic effects of MWCNT and graphene, a hybrid structure with excellent electronic coupling and more electric channels.
Models used in the study of traumatic brain injury
Authors: Estrada-Rojo Francisco , Martínez-Tapia Ricardo Jesús , Estrada-Bernal Francisco , Martínez-Vargas Marina , Perez-Arredondo Adán , Flores-Avalos Luis , Navarro Luz 
Published: September 2017

AbstractTraumatic brain injury (TBI) is a contemporary health problem and a leading cause of mortality and morbidity worldwide. Survivors of TBI frequently experience disabling long-term changes in cognition, sensorimotor function, and personality. A crucial step in understanding TBI and providing better treatment has been the use of models to mimic the event under controlled conditions. Here, we describe the known head injury models, which can be classified as whole animal (in vivo),in vitro, and mathematical models. We will also review the ways in which these models have advanced the knowledge of TBI.
A Note on Licenses in the Presence of Corruption
Authors: Farmer Amy , Méndez Fabio , Samuel Andrew 
Published: September 2017

Abstract
We study the effectiveness of licenses in environments with corruption. We expand the standard model so that bribery is feasible not only when licenses are granted but also when enforced or verified. This modification alters many prior results on bribery and licensing significantly. Specifically, we show that in some cases penalties for bribery at the license-granting stage complement penalties for bribery at the permit-enforcement stage. In other cases, they act as substitutes for each other. These results are especially important for often used regulatory policies in which licenses are used in conjunction with some form of subsequent license verification. Thus, our model suggests that studying the impact of bribery at the license-granting stage should not be conducted without simultaneously studying bribery at the permit verification stage.
The Luck Egalitarianism of G.A. Cohen - A Reply to David Miller
Authors: Albertsen Andreas 
Published: September 2017

AbstractThe late G.A. Cohen is routinely considered a founding father of luck egalitarianism, a prominent responsibility-sensitive theory of distributive justice. David Miller argues that Cohen’s considered beliefs on distributive justice are not best understood as luck egalitarian. While the relationship between distributive justice and personal responsibility plays an important part in Cohen’s work, Miller maintains that it should be considered an isolated theme confined to Cohen’s exchange with Dworkin. We should not understand the view Cohen defends in this exchange as Cohen’s considered view. Accepting this thesis would change both our understanding of Cohen’s political philosophy and many recent luck egalitarian contributions. Miller’s argument offers an opportunity to reassess Cohen’s writings as a whole. Ultimately, however, the textual evidence against Miller’s argument is overwhelming. Cohen clearly considers the exchange with Dworkin to be about egalitarianism as such rather than about the best responsibility-sensitive version of egalitarianism. Furthermore, Cohen often offers luck egalitarian formulations of his own view outside of the exchange with Dworkin and uses luck egalitarianism as an independent yardstick for evaluating principles and distributions.
Schelling on the Possibility of Evil: Rendering Pantheism, Freedom, and Time Consistent
Authors: Bruno G. Anthony 
Published: September 2017

AbstractGerman idealism stems in large part from Fichte’s response to a dilemma involving the concepts of pantheism, freedom, and time: time is the form of the determination of modes of substance, as held by a pantheistic or “dogmatic” person, or the form of acts generated by human freedom, as held by an idealistic person. Fichte solves the dilemma by refuting dogmatism and deducing time from idealism’s first principle. But his diagnosis is more portentous: by casting the lemmas in terms of person-types, he unintentionally invites Schelling’s philosophical rethinking of personality. In his middle period, Schelling argues for the consistency of the concepts of pantheism, freedom, and time, claiming that it depends on a “good” as opposed to “evil’ personality. However, since on his view personality is an absolute or
El cambio de código en los hashtags: Expansión de audiencia y afiliación en una comunidad multilingüe
Authors: Lavender Jordan 
Published: September 2017

Abstracto
Este estudio analiza el papel del CdC en los hashtags utilizando datos recogidos de perfiles de Valencia, España. El CdC en los hashtags ocurre en un 5% de los casos. El inglés es la lengua más utilizada en los hashtags, seguido por el valenciano. Los hashtags son una herramienta para establecer públicos ad hoc alrededor de un tema compartido (Bruns y Burgess 2014). Estas comunidades ad hoc no solo tienen que ver con un tema compartido, sino que forman comunidades de individuos con el mismo estatus social en su red social. Los usuarios demuestran este prestigio poniendo hashtags en otras lenguas en sus tweets para demostrar competencia. Este estudio corrobora el propósito del CdC en los hashtags para expandir la audiencia y para expresar afiliación con una comunidad multilingüe virtual (Jurgens et al. 2014). El uso del inglés en sus hashtags es un símbolo de su conocimiento lingüístico y sirve como marcador de prestigio. El uso del valenciano tiene una función parecida al uso del galés en Twitter para expresar afinidad regional (Johnson 2013). Tiene una función parecida en cuanto a su función de señalar que el usuario que utiliza un hashtag en valenciano es parte de la comunidad valenciana en Twitter.
From theme to rheme: The evolution of causal conjunctions of temporal origin in Catalan
Authors: Pérez-Saldanya Manuel , Hualde José Ignacio 
Published: September 2017

AbstractWe trace the evolution of two causal conjunctions of temporal origin in Catalan,pus (que)‘since’ (laterpuix (que)), which ultimately derives from Latinpost‘after,’ andja que‘since,’ ultimately fromiam‘already.’ We focus on the different causal meanings that these connectors may express at different stages. The analysis of our Catalan corpus, which spans from the 13th to the 20th century, reveals a clear diachronic tendency for clauses headed by these conjunctions to be increasingly more frequently placed after the main clause. Given the expected correlation between clausal order and pragmatic function, we interpret these facts as showing that the thematic usage of clauses (primarily expressing causes oriented to the illocutionary force or the modal value) is prior to their interpretation as having rhematic causal value. These findings replicate the results that have been reported for the cognate Spanish conjunctions (with some time lag for Catja quevis-à-vis Spya que). and thus show a parallel evolution in the two languages. Furthermore, as in Spanish,puix (que)andja queshow a very similar evolutionary pattern, with the difference that the latter connector develops a few centuries later, providing some evidence for the cyclic character of this evolution (i.e, as the older connector moved along its grammaticalization path, a second connector arose to replace it in its original value and started evolving in the same direction).
Evaluation of resveratrol organogels prepared by micro-irradiation: fibroblast proliferation through in vitro wound healing
Authors: Çelen Çiğdem , Keçeciler Ceren , Yapar Evren Alğın , Gökçe Evren Homan , Nalbantsoy Ayşe 
Published: September 2017

Abstract

Objective
Resveratrol (RSV) has therapeutic potential with several biological activity. The aim of this study was to develop organogel formulations of RSV and to investigate the proliferation and migration via in vitro wound model of primary normal human skin fibroblasts (NHDF).

Methods
The optimum RSV concentration was determined by MTT assay. Three different types of polyethylene glycol (200, 400 and 600) were used to prepare Carbopol 940 based organogels by micro-irradiation method. Differential scanning microscopy (DSC) and rheological analyses were conducted. Proliferation activity and migration of fibroblast cells were determined with the Giemsa staining.

Results
The percentage of migration rate obtained with RSV-PEG-400 organogel was the highest, as 59.7%. The values obtained with RSV-PEG-200 and RSV-PEG-600 were 36.6% and 48.7%, respectively.

Conclusion
This study showed that RSV organogels produced by micro-irradiation method could be a model for active molecules that have low water solubility for different applications as pharmaceuticals, and cosmeceuticals.
Investigation of Film Cooling Effectiveness of Dual-fanned Hole with Various Exit Widths
Authors: Guang-Chao Li , Shuai Zhou , Wei Zhang , Zhi-hai Kou , Rang-shu Xu 
Published: September 2017

Abstract
Film cooling effectiveness downstream of one row of holes of 30 degree inclination angle was measured by using a steady-state thermochromic liquid crystal technique at blowing ratios of 0.5, 1.0, 1.5 and 2.0, respectively. Three kinds of dual-fanned holes which have the same expanded entrance width and the different expanded exit widths were tested. The configuration of only expanded entrance, but cylindrical exit hole, was tested to examine the effect of the expanded entrance on film cooling performance. The numerical simulation for the three expanded exit configurations was carried out explaining the mechanism of film cooling by the flow and thermal field. The only expanded entrance has a weak influence on film cooling effectiveness. The

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Prior Learning of Relevant Nonaversive Information Is a Boundary Condition for Avoidance Memory Reconsolidation in the Rat Hippocampus
Authors: Radiske Andressa , Gonzalez Maria Carolina , Conde-Ocazionez Sergio A. , Feitosa Anatildes , Köhler Cristiano A. , Bevilaqua Lia R. , Cammarota Martín 
Published: September 2017

Reactivated memories can be modified during reconsolidation, making this process a potential therapeutic target for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), a mental illness characterized by the recurring avoidance of situations that evoke trauma-related fears. However, avoidance memory reconsolidation depends on a set of still loosely defined boundary conditions, limiting the translational value of basic research. In particular, the involvement of the hippocampus in fear-motivated avoidance memory reconsolidation remains controversial. Combining behavioral and electrophysiological analyses in male Wistar rats, we found that previous learning of relevant nonaversive information is essential to elicit the participation of the hippocampus in avoidance memory reconsolidation, which is associated with an increase in theta- and gamma-oscillation power and cross-frequency coupling in dorsal CA1 during reactivation of the avoidance response. Our results indicate that the hippocampus is involved in memory reconsolidation only when reactivation results in contradictory representations regarding the consequences of avoidance and suggest that robust nesting of hippocampal theta–gamma rhythms at the time of retrieval is a specific reconsolidation marker.SIGNIFICANCE STATEMENTPosttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is characterized by maladaptive avoidance responses to stimuli or behaviors that represent or bear resemblance to some aspect of a traumatic experience. Disruption of reconsolidation, the process by which reactivated memories become susceptible to modifications, is a promising approach for treating PTSD patients. However, much of what is known about fear-motivated avoidance memory reconsolidation derives from studies based on fear conditioning instead of avoidance-learning paradigms. Using a step-down inhibitory avoidance task in rats, we found that the hippocampus is involved in memory reconsolidation only when the animals acquired the avoidance response in an environment that they had previously learned as safe and showed that increased theta- and gamma-oscillation coupling during reactivation is an electrophysiological signature of this process.
AUDITORÍA A LOS PROCESOS EN LAS EMPRESAS
Authors: Flores Konja Adrián Alejandro 
Published: September 2017

Las Auditorias para ayudar a sus organizaciones y brindar servicios eficientes, eficaces, económicos y oportunos, precisan comprender la visión estratégica de la Alta Gerencia y la razón por la cual los procesos de la empresa vienen siendo objeto de creciente atención. En este sentido, se hace necesario poner énfasis en la auditoria a los procesos principales de la empresa e instituciones, pero con un enfoque diferente. Se requiere observarlos en su relación con el ambiente externo a la empresa (mercado, competencia, clientes, cambios tecnológicos) y el ambiente interno (valores, misión, objetivos, estrategias). A continuación se intenta esbozar de manera resumid a y esquemática un marco conceptual que permita entender el contexto básico en que se desarrolla la Alta Gerencia teniendo como punto de referencia permanente la unidad esencial de los negocios: Los Procesos. En la primera sección se trata algunos conceptos (globalización, mercado, competitividad) que permiten una visión condensada del ambiente externo en que operan las organizaciones. Dichos conceptos nos servirán de constante referencia para llegar al enfoque central: La Auditoría a los Procesos de la empresa. En la segunda parte de la misma sección se aborda el ambiente interno de la empresa, destacando aquellos factores que deben tenerse en	cuenta	para asegurar una adecuada gestión gerencial (la estrategia, la estructura y la cultura) exponiéndolos desde el punto de vista de su interacción dinámica sostenida en u na base común: Los Procesos de la empresa. En la segunda sección se centra en los procesos de la empresa , definiéndolos e identificando sus características más importantes y relevando el enfoque a los procesos o visión horizontal del negocio sobre el enfoque funcional o visión vertical. En la tercera sección exponemos algunos criterios básicos a tener en cuenta para el planeamiento estratégico de auditoría que incorpore la revisión, evaluación y control de los procesos de la empresa por ser actividades claves para el éxito de los negocios, concluimos esta sección recordando brevemente la importancia de algunos parámetros de medición de la gestión gerencial.
EL IMPACTO DE LA INFORMÁTICA EN LA FORMACIÓN DEL CONTADOR PÚBLICO: REALIDADES Y EXPECTATIVAS
Authors: Salinas Zegarra Oscar 
Published: September 2017

INFORMATIZARSE O MORIR!	exhortó Servan Schrelber en la década del 60, declarando predominantemente a la INFORMACIÓN como el elemento del conocimiento más importante del mundo empresarial. Alvin Toffler al vivir los inverosímiles avances tecnológicos en el campo cibernético de la década de los 80, reafirma este precepto al demostrar que la INFORMACIÓN constituye un PODER tan o más valioso que la fuerza motora de la industria o del capital mismo.
A prospective study of cases with necrotising fasciitis: our experience at a tertiary care teaching hospital
Authors: Mittal S. , Singh B. , Mittal R. , Singh K. 
Published: September 2017

Background: Necrotising fascitis is a life-threatening infection involving fascia and necrosis of subcutaneous tissue. The portal of entry usually is trivial trauma. It requires immediate diagnosis and intervention to reduce mortality. The objective of this study was to study clinical profile, predisposing risk factors and to formulate a protocol for management of necrotising fasciitis.Methods: The study was conducted at tertiary care teaching hospital in Punjab, India catering to a semi-urban and rural (agricultural based) population over a period of three years between January 2014 to January 2017. All the consecutive patients who came to the emergency department (ER) of the institute presenting early with clinical features suggestive of NF were included in the study. The study included total 50 cases. The cases were studied in detail according to study plan that included age, sex, clinical features, results of blood and wound cultures, the number of surgical interventions, total duration of hospitalization and the mortality rate.Results: The most common age group was between 40-60yrs and there were 48 males. There was history of trivial trauma or insect bite in majority of cases. Mostly patients presented with bullae formation, induration, edema. Diabetes was the commonest comorbid condition associated. All the patients were thoroughly investigated, swab cultures were taken. Debridements were done followed by grafting. In 10 patients, we could not salvage the limb and 10 patients expired after debridement.Conclusions: Necrotising fasciitis is more common in middle aged males with diabetes. Early diagnosis and aggressive treatment is required to reduce the mortality.
Complications and management of otitis media in children
Authors: Keshangari Parameshwar , Katakam Pampapathi Goud , Pyadala Nagababu 
Published: September 2017

<p class="abstract"><strong>Background:</strong> <span lang="EN-IN">Otitis media is a main cause of hearing difficulty in children. The aim of this study was to determine the efficacy of medical treatment in the management of otitis media. </span></p><p class="abstract"><strong>Methods:</strong> <span lang="EN-IN">This cross sectional study was conducted at the department of ENT, MNR Medical College and Hospital, during the period of February 2015 to March 2017. A total of 62 patients were included in this study and standard medical treatment of otitis media was given. All the data were recorded and analyzed. </span></p><p class="abstract"><strong>Results:</strong> <span lang="EN-IN">Among 62 patients, 42 (67.7%) completely recovered from the disease while 20 patients (32.25%) did not improve. </span></p><p class="abstract"><strong>Conclusions:</strong> <span lang="EN-IN">Conservative treatment is effective in the management of otitis media.</span></p>
Culture as Mediatization: Edward T. Hall’s Ecological Approach
Authors: Granatta Paolo 
Published: September 2017

<p>This article aims to present a review of Edward T. Hall’s ethnographic and anthropological research to critically look at mediatization as a complex cultural process. This implies an explicit support of linguistic relativism and cultural materialism. Hall’s belief in linguistic relativism led him to further research the communication processes by relying on a meditation that directly resulted from the anthropological research conducted by Sapir and Whorf in line with Boas’ tradition. Hall realized that the principles dened in relation with the study of languages and interpersonal communication could be applied with equally good results to the study of human behavior in general or to the entirety of cultural facts and culture in general.</p><p>Moreover, he develops his concept of culture from a strictly ecological perspective or the idea that it results from the special connection between man and his environment. Thall’s approach combines and mixes within a systemic view of culture both the cultural materialism advocated by Harris and White and the cognitivist tradition founded by Boas. This article shows the essence of Hall’s ecological approach according to which culture is conceived as a whole: a dynamic system, a coherent process of mediatization within which all the elements are deeply connected and therefore co-dependent.</p>