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Antithrombotic Usage Patterns in the Era of New Oral Anticoagulant Options for Atrial Fibrillation
Authors: Marler Jacob , Usery Justin B. , Nolan Shambria , Oliphant Carrie S. 
Published: August 2016

Background Appropriate treatment reduces the risk of stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation (AF). Despite the known benefits of warfarin, anticoagulation prescribing rates remain inadequate in high-risk patients. Over the last 6 years, 4 novel oral anticoagulants have been approved for use for stroke prophylaxis in non-valvular AF (NVAF), which may allow prescribers to tailor therapy for each NVAF patient. Objective The goal of this investigation was to determine the effect of dabigatran and rivaroxaban availability on the rate of anticoagulant prescribing at hospital discharge in patients with a principal diagnosis of NVAF. Methods A retrospective chart review of adult patients presenting with NVAF (CHADS2 score ≥2) was conducted using a historical control group of patients from 2009 compared to patients admitted in 2012 following formulary availability of dabigatran and rivaroxaban. In addition to antithrombotic therapy prescribed, subsequent hospitalizations during a 1-year period were reviewed for major bleeding and stroke events. Results Two hundred patients were enrolled in the study. The rate of anticoagulant prescribing in the 2009 and 2012 groups was 68.3% and 77.1%, respectively ( p = .16). Of the patients in the 2012 group prescribed an anticoagulant, 58 (64%) received warfarin, 26 (28%) received dabigatran, and 7 (8%) received rivaroxaban. One patient (1.2%) in the 2009 group and 4 patients (4.4%) in the 2012 group had a major bleed ( p = .4). Conclusion There was no statistical difference in the rate of anticoagulant prescribing between the 2 groups. Despite the availability of additional anticoagulant options, the rate of prescribing remains suboptimal in this high-risk population.
Implementing the Use of Pharmacist Progress Notes in a Surgical ICU
Authors: Sledge Tyler , Lonardo Nick , Simons Heidi , Shipley Wayne 
Published: August 2016

Background Critical care pharmacists are established and valuable members of the critical care team, however there is rarely written evidence of their daily involvement in the patient's electronic medical record (EMR). Documentation in the EMR has the advantage of ensuring a seamless pass-off and provides an opportunity to capture the pharmacist's cognitive and clinical impact in a way that traditional systems of tracking “interventions” fail to do. We investigated implementation of pharmacist progress notes in a surgical intensive care unit (ICU) and their utility in measuring pharmacist activity. Methods Daily pharmacist progress notes written in a surgical ICU over a period of 2 months were reviewed. Each pharmacist action identified through progress note review was quantified and scored by an independent reviewer using a newly developed scoring system, the clinical impact score (CIS). This was developed as a way to quantify pharmacist actions and to classify those actions by clinical impact. Results Four hundred sixty-two daily pharmacist progress notes were reviewed over a 2-month period. There were 1,055 actions identified that resulted in a therapy change. Four of these actions resulted in the potential avoidance of a sentinel event. Of patients with at least 5 progress notes ( n = 44), the majority of pharmacist actions occurred on ICU day 1. Conclusion The results of this descriptive study demonstrate that the implementation of daily pharmacist progress notes is feasible in an advanced practice setting, and the pharmacist's contribution to patient care may be obtained through review of this documentation in the patient's medical record. The critical care pharmacist's daily involvement in patient care most commonly results in optimization of pharmacotherapy and avoidance of drug misadventure.
Between canvas and celluloid: Painted films and filmed paintings
Authors: Zinman Gregory 
Published: August 2016

Abstract
This article investigates how artists’ attempts to inject a time element to painting through cinematic means expanded the aesthetic and affective possibilities of both mediums. These approaches include ‘painted films’ wherein the artist applies paint directly onto the celluloid in an exploration of an alternative material support for painting, as well as ‘filmed paintings’, films that display the act of a painting being made. The article surveys the historical development of these intermedial concepts and methods before offering close readings of films by José Antonio Sistiaga, Francis Lee, David Haxton, in order to demonstrate how these works simultaneously complicate the notion of medium specificity as they present new modes of, and encounters with, painting.
Laser-Beam Welding Impact on the Deformation Properties of Stainless Steels When Used for Automotive Applications
Authors: Evin Emil , Tomáš Miroslav , Výrostek Marek 
Published: August 2016

Abstract
Materials other than standard and advanced high strength steels are remarkable for the thin-walled structures of the car-body in recent years in order to safety enhancement, weight and emission reduction, corrosion resistance improvement. Thus, there are presented in the paper the deformation properties of laser welded austenitic AISI 304 and ferritic AISI 430 stainless steels compared to these one measured for the high strength low alloyed steel H220PD. The properties were researched by tensile test and 3-point bending test with fixed ends on specimens made of basic material and laser welded one. The specimens were welded by solid state fiber laser YLS-5000 in longitudinal direction (the load direction). The deformation properties such as strength, stiffness and deformation work were evaluated and compared. The strength and stiffness were calculated from tensile test results and the deformation work was calculated from both, tensile test and 3-point bending test results. There has been found only minor effect of laser welding to the deformation properties for high strength low alloyed steel H220PD and austenitic stainless steel AISI 304. Otherwise, the laser welding strongly influenced the deformation work of the ferritic stainless steel AISI 430 as well as the elongation at tensile test.
The Effect of Technological Parameters on Intensity of Shot Peening Process of 51CrV4 Steel
Authors: Bucior Magdalena , Gałda Lidia , Stachowicz Feliks , Zielecki Władysław 
Published: August 2016

Abstract
In the paper the effect of selected technological parameters of shot peening on process intensity of 51CrV4 steel was presented. The experiments were conducted according to statistical 3-level completed plan PS/DC 32. Technological parameters were changed in the range: shot peening time t = 1-3 min and pressure p = 0.2-0.4 MPa. In the article the analysis of experiment reproducibility, impact parameters significance and adequacy of equation were done. As the result of investigations the adequate equation was obtained describing the effect of technological parameters. Significant influence on process intensity was found in case of pressure and interaction of both analyzed technological parameters. The biggest energy of stream shots was gained at the maximum pressure of 0.4 MPa and the shot peening time of 3 minutes. As the result of analysis according to design of experiment (DOE) the adequate equation describing the dependencies between technological parameters and process intensity was found.
Local and Distortional Buckling of Axially Loaded Cold Rolled Sigma Profiles
Authors: Ciesielczyk Katarzyna , Rzeszut Katarzyna 
Published: August 2016

Abstract
In this paper the local and distortional buckling analyses of axially loaded cold-rolled channel and sigma profiles were performed. The critical buckling load was computed by solving the linear eigenvalue problem for different numerical models using Finite Element Method and simplified formulas implemented in Eurocode and proposed by Hancock and Schafer. The buckling analyses were conducted to prove that the sigma cross-section can be successfully replaced by channel cross-section with additional elastic supports placed in folds of the web. It was demonstrated that the folds in the web of the sigma cross-section (additional elastic supports) reduce the slenderness of the web. So, the critical distortional stress can be calculated based on analytical formulas derived for the channel cross-section taking into account the web height between the folds.
Consistency rates and asymptotic normality of the high risk conditional for functional data
Authors: Rabhi Abbes , Keddani Latifa , Hammou Yassine 
Published: August 2016

Abstract
The maximum of the conditional hazard function is a parameter of great importance in seismicity studies, because it constitutes the maximum risk of occurrence of an earthquake in a given interval of time. Using the kernel nonparametric estimates of the first derivative of the conditional hazard function, we establish uniform convergence properties and asymptotic normality of an estimate of the maximum in the context of independence data.
The first impression in a fine-dining restaurant. A study of C Restaurant in Tampere, Finland
Authors: Amelia Maria , Garg Anshul 
Published: August 2016

Abstract
Food business has become a popular trend for entrepreneurs these days. However, it seems that many entrepreneurs do not know how important is the first impression and the services offered to their guests. Consequently, many restaurants have a generally poor service, and therefore, many are closed as soon as they are opened. This study concerns more on how the first impression works in a fine-dining restaurant; hence, restaurateurs will able to know how to build on a customer’s good first impression. Previous studies, experts’ opinions, and the theories related to the topic of this study were referred and used in this study. The study was carried out in restaurant ‘C’, located in Tampere, Finland. Samples were collected from the guests who visited the restaurant ‘C’. This study contributes new knowledge regarding the first impression, and how it affects the customers’ decision behaviour as well as three different types of service clues (mechanic, humanic, and functional clues) and how they influence the customers’ perception.
Health and Education in Roma Families. Comparative Study, Romanian Roma Families from Rennes, France vs. Roma from Mironu, Suceava, Romania
Authors: Lucheş Daniel , Vasilcu Despina , Gălbău Ionela 
Published: August 2016

Abstract
The lower level of education for health and school education among vulnerable groups from Romania is an important part of the vicious circle of poverty and social removal, in particular for Roma minority. The quality of education and health related to this minority group is correlated with cultural aspects and the Roma attitude toward those determinants factors.
The study relies on data obtained after questioning a number of 50 people, Roma that immigrated in Rennes, France and 50 Roma from Mironu, Valea Moldovei County, Suceava city. The results of the research show a considerable difference between the attitude of the Roma people from France compared with the attitude of the Romas from Romania regarding the health services and the education that they benefit. The immigrants have a positive attitude regarding the school and the medical services, after applying the quiz it can be said that they are pretty unpleased of the Romanian services than the foreign ones.
Although, the Roma minority has the support of the authorities in Rennes and also in Mironu, support for social inclusion and adaptation in a local community, but they are reluctant in accepting these benefits. The programs developed for helping them hadn’t had the expected results, though.
Health and education have a specific purpose in developing the society in general. Now we can say that solving the problem with the access to education and health for Roma minority represents the key of their social and economic integration.
Alpha-synuclein at the intracellular and the extracellular side: functional and dysfunctional implications
Authors: Ottolini Denis , Calí Tito , Szabò Ildikò , Brini Marisa 
Published: August 2016

AbstractAlpha-synuclein (α-syn) is an abundant neuronal protein whose physiological function, even if still not completely understood, has been consistently related to synaptic function and vesicle trafficking. A group of disorders known as synucleinopathies, among which Parkinson’s disease (PD), is deeply associated with the misfolding and aggregation of α-syn, which can give rise to proteinaceous inclusion known as Lewy bodies (LB). Proteostasis stress is a relevant aspect in these diseases and, currently, the presence of oligomeric α-syn species rather than insoluble aggregated forms, appeared to be associated with cytotoxicity. Many observations suggest that α-syn is responsible for neurodegeneration by interfering with multiple signaling pathways. α-syn protein can directly form plasma membrane channels or modify with their activity, thus altering membrane permeability to ions, abnormally associate with mitochondria and cause mitochondrial dysfunction (i.e. mitochondrial depolarization, Ca2+dys-homeostasis, cytochrome c release) and interfere with autophagy regulation. The picture is further complicated by the fact that single point mutations, duplications and triplication in α-syn gene are linked to autosomal dominant forms of PD. In this review we discuss the multi-faced aspect of α-syn biology and address the main hypothesis at the basis of its involvement in neuronal degeneration.
Do Your Best and Allah Will Take Care of the Rest: Muslim Turks Negotiate Halal in Strasbourg
Authors: Alyanak Oguz 
Published: August 2016

AbstractAs the market for Islamically permissible (halal) products expands, so do critical discourses on the production and consumption of halal in Europe. In France, one of Europe’s largest and fast growing halal markets, while some fear a halal takeover of the French foodscape, others question the authenticity of the products stamped with halal signs. This paper writes against both discourses by exploring the meaning halal takes beyond the sign. It examines how halal attains its meaning as a product of a complex relationship of trust. In describing this relationship, it draws on accounts provided by members of the Turkish community in Strasbourg, France and examines the decision-making process through which Muslim Turks navigate the European foodscape and access halal products. Rather than being driven by alarmist calls, the paper urges to revisit and learn from the ways Muslims negotiate halal in a field long shaped by uncertainty and doubt.
Influence of food taboos on nutritional patterns in rural communities in Cameroon
Authors: Asi Lilian Nkengla , Teri Deli Tize 
Published: August 2016

AbstractFood taboos are observed in all traditional societies. In Cameroon, various taboos ranging from food to religious and social have significant impact on the diet of the people. Specific food items are regarded differently by different communities. While in certain communities, some food items are seen as fit for consumption, others deem it unfit. Although food taboos related to culture are more subject to change due to the level of literacy that prevails in the society and due to cultural contacts, violators of taboos suffer grievous consequences. Methods used included key informant interviews, focus group discussions and observations in all studied communities. The objective of the study is to understand how culture (food taboos) influences consumption patterns in traditional communities and the impact of disobedience on the people. This study of Cameroon food taboos has showed that dietary rules and regulations govern particular phases of life and is associated with special events like pregnancy, childbirth, lactation etc. In traditional societies, festivities such as hunting, wedding, and funeral are marked by specific food items. Punishments to violation of food taboos vary across food items and communities as what are considered a taboo in one community is not a taboo in another. Food taboo in some communities is considered as a way to maintain identity creating a sense of belonging.
The U.S. Monetary Policies Against the Great Recession of 2008: A Critique from the Deflationist Viewpoint of the Austrian School
Authors: Fillieule Renaud 
Published: August 2016

Abstract
Monetary and credit expansions have been the main tools used by the U.S. government and central bank to try and recover economically from the Great Recession of 2008. This paper expounds a radical criticism of these Keynesian policies, criticism developed by some contemporary economists of the Austrian School: the appropriate and fair remedy for this kind of crisis is not reflation but deflation.
Numerical computation for backward doubly SDEs with random terminal time
Authors: Matoussi Anis , Sabbagh Wissal 
Published: August 2016

Abstract
In this article, we are interested in solving numerically backward doubly stochastic differential equations (BDSDEs) with random terminal time τ. The main motivations are giving a probabilistic representation of the Sobolev’s solution of Dirichlet problem for semilinear SPDEs and providing the numerical scheme for such SPDEs. Thus, we study the strong approximation of this class of BDSDEs when τ is the first exit time of a forward SDE from a cylindrical domain. Euler schemes and bounds for the discrete-time approximation error are provided.
Investigating the impact of viral message appeal and message credibility on consumer attitude toward the brand
Authors: Esmaeilpour Majid , Aram Farshad 
Published: August 2016

Abstract
Due to the rapid growth of the Internet and use of e-commerce in the recent years, viral marketing has drawn the attention of manufacturing and service organizations. However, no research has been conducted to examine the impact of message appeal and message source credibility on consumers’ attitude with mediating role of intellectual involvement of consumers and their risk taking level. The aim of this study was to examine the impact of appeal and message source credibility on consumers’ attitude with mediating role of consumers’ intellectual involvement and their risk taking level. The population of this study includes consumers of mobile phones (Samsung, Sony, Nokia, LG and iPhone) in the Bushehr city (Iran). As the population of the study is unlimited, 430 questionnaires were distributed using available sampling method, and 391 questionnaires were collected and analyzed. Using structural equation modeling, we analysed the data through smart PLS software. The results show that the appeal and credibility of the message source impact the consumer attitudes toward the brand. We also found that the intellectual involvement of consumers plays the mediating role in the relationship between message appeal and consumer attitudes toward brands. In the relationship between message source credibility and customer attitude towards the brand, the level of risk taking of people has no mediating role.
A method to improve dimensional accuracy and mechanical properties of injection molded polypropylene parts
Authors: Li Shuai , Zhao Guoqun , Wang Jiachang 
Published: August 2016

Abstract
Gas counter pressure (GCP) technology can impose a reverse pressure to melt and thereby effectively increase the pressure acting on the melt at flow front. Theoretically, it has a potential to solve some defects often occurring in conventional injection molding (CIM) process. This paper designed and manufactured a GCP injection mold. GCP injection molding experiments were conducted. Effects of GCP process on melt flow and density, dimensional accuracy, and mechanical properties of molded samples were investigated. The results showed that GCP process can effectively inhibit the “fountain effect” in melt filling process, decrease the dimensional shrinkage of molded samples, increase dimensional accuracy of samples, and effectively improve impact property of samples. For the samples without weld line, tensile strength and flexural strength of GCP injection molded samples are slightly increased in comparison with those of CIM samples, but for the samples with weld line, GCP process can greatly improve the tensile strength and flexural strength of molded samples. When GCP is 9 MPa and GCP holding time is 10 s, the dimensional accuracy of molded samples without weld line, the tensile strength and flexural strength of the molded samples with weld line all increase up to maximum values. In comparison with CIM samples, the dimensional shrinkage of samples without weld line decreases by 17.2%, the tensile strength and flexural strength of samples with weld line increase by 30.51% and 23.69%, respectively. The impact value of the samples molded by process parameter combination of GCP 9 MPa and GCP holding time 20 s is the highest, and the impact value increases by 18.65%.
Micro-roughening of polyamide fabric using protease enzyme for improving adhesion strength of rubber-polyamide composite
Authors: Periyasamy S. , Krishna Prasad G. , Chattopadhyay Sajal Kumar , Raja A.S.M. , Raj Kumar K. , Jagadale Santosh 
Published: August 2016

Abstract
The adhesion between rubber and the reinforcing textile plays an important role in ensuring the serviceability of composites. The present study aims to develop an enzyme based surface roughening process for nylon 6,6 fabric to improve its adhesion strength to rubber. Polyamide (nylon 6,6) fabric was micro-roughened through catalysed hydrolytic degradation of the surface chains, using a protease enzyme treatment. The concentration of the enzyme was optimized in terms of surface roughness measured by a KES-FB4 surface tester. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) images of the protease treated fabric showed a heterogeneous rough appearance with cracks and pits. Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) analysis confirmed the surface hydrolysis of polyamide-6,6 due to the enzymatic treatment. Protease enzyme treated fabrics were then subjected to resorcinol formaldehyde latex (RFL) treatment, followed by a rubber moulding. Micro-roughening of nylon 6,6 fibre with an optimum surface roughness (SMD) of 20.3 μm was obtained for 3% enzyme concentration. Physicochemical mechanisms of the optimum effect and enzyme assisted hydrolysis were proposed. In line with surface roughness, peel strength also increased up to an enzyme concentration of 3% and then it decreased, however, the enzyme treated fabric showed higher peel strength than the control fabric.
Development of the Visegrad Group in the Context of Efforts to Accelerate the Convergence Processes by Joining the European Union
Authors: Hudec Martin 
Published: August 2016

Abstract
The European integration efforts have been underway on the European continent for several centuries. Therefore, it is important for a better clarity and transparency of selected processes to understand the term European integration, meaning the integration endeavour into the European Union, which in the case of the Visegrad countries took a notable place since the early nineties of the 20th century. This research paper focuses on analysis and comparison of selected development processes in Czech Republic, Slovakia, Poland, and Hungary since the fall of the communist regime in 1989, resulting into the Visegrad Group formation, until joining the European Union in 2004. This research is based on the hypothesis that during this period, the V4 countries had a similar initial economic situation, converging together towards developed structures and corresponding mainly to questions such as what they were their starting situation and how have those countries developed further. It will be further addressed what was the cause of this development and how it continued, showing which countries have led the way, and what factors did influence them the most.