bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Sensitivity analysis of hydrological models: review and way forward
Authors: Devak Manjula , Dhanya C. T. 
Published: June 2017

AbstractDifferent hydrological models provide diverse perspectives of the system being modeled, and inevitably, are imperfect representations of reality. Irrespective of the choice of models, the major source of error in any hydrological modeling is the uncertainty in the determination of model parameters, owing to the mismatch between model complexity and available data. Sensitivity analysis (SA) methods help to identify the parameters that have a strong impact on the model outputs and hence influence the model response. In addition, SA assists in analyzing the interaction between parameters, its preferable range and its spatial variability, which in turn influence the model outcomes. Various methods are available to perform SA and the perturbation technique varies widely. This study attempts to categorize the SA methods depending on the assumptions and methodologies involved in various methods. The pros and cons associated with each SA method are discussed. The sensitivity pertaining to the impact of space and time resolutions on model results is highlighted. The applicability of different SA approaches for various purposes is understood. This study further elaborates the objectives behind selection and application of SA approaches in hydrological modeling, hence providing valuable insights on the limitations, knowledge gaps, and future research directions.
Infectious risk assessment of reclaimed water by UF membrane treatment process focusing attention on norovirus
Authors: Yasui N. , Suwa M. , Minamiyama M. 
Published: June 2017

Abstract
The aim of this study was to propose a risk assessment method for infectious diseases, using reclaimed water as a case study. To evaluate the infectious risk of norovirus (NoV) in various applications of the reclaimed water, five types of ultrafiltration (UF) membrane treatments were considered: (1) coagulation with low pH + UF membrane process, (2) UF membrane process alone, (3) UF + ultraviolet (UV) irradiation process, (4) UF + nanofiltration (NF) membrane process, and (5) UF + reverse osmosis (RO) membrane process. These treatments were used in a pilot plant and the NoV concentration after each treatment process was studied over the long term (2010–2014). Infectious risk was described using disability-adjusted life-year (DALY) when the reclaimed water was applied for agricultural irrigation, landscape irrigation, recreational enhancement, and toilet and urinal flushing. The results show that reclaimed water could be considered acceptable for recreational enhancement by adding a UV, an NF membrane, or an RO membrane treatment to the UF membrane treatment process.
Intoxicación por uso recreativo de ‘floripondio’, reporte de caso.
Authors: Barreto Sergio Alejandro 
Published: June 2017

Hombre de 21 años, con cuadro de envenenamiento por exposiciónintencionada a planta del género Brugmansia. Ingresó al servicio de urgencias por síntomas neurológicos y neuropsiquiátricos luego de ingesta con fines recreativos de infusión de flores de “floripondio”, comúnmente conocido como ‘trompeta de ángel’. Requirió observación médica por 48 horas, con buena evolución clínica, y fue dado de alta sin ninguna complicación o secuelaneurológica.
The Disorienting Dilemma in Teaching Introductory Anthropology
Authors: McIlwraith Thomas 
Published: June 2017

This paper uses Jack Mezirow’s concept of the disorienting dilemma to discuss opportunities in anthropological teaching to transform student beliefs. It compares the connections between classroom instruction in cultural relativity, a core concept in cultural anthropology, and field-based anthropology experiences related to the same concept. Drawing on examples from my classroom and from a research-oriented field school, my observations suggest that while students are good at understanding cultural relativity intellectually, and identify or define the concept easily on tests, they are not as capable at applying the concept to observations made of films or in field settings, situations which are disorienting for students despite the fact they have the conceptual tools to work through them. Further, the paper asks if trigger warnings and disorienting dilemmas are actually the same thing, wondering too if trigger warnings are consistent with the transformative potential of higher education promoted by Mezirow.
KOMUNIKASI POLITIK TIM PEMENANGAN HENDRA HEMETO DALAM PEMILIHAN KETUA DPD II PARTAI GOLKAR KABUPATEN GORONTALO PERIODE 2016–2021
Authors: Djuyandi Yusa 
Published: June 2017

Musyawarah Daerah (MUSDA) Partai Golkar Kabupaten Gorontalo yang dilaksanakan 28 Agustus 2016 untuk memilih ketua dan pengurus baru berbeda dengan MUSDA sebelumnya. Salah satunya kandidat yang tidak diunggulkan, Hendra Hemeto, terpilih menjadi Ketua DPD II Partai Golkar Kabupaten Gorontalo Periode 2016–2021. Terpilihnya Hendra Hemeto yang mampu mengalahkan Warsito Somawiyono sebagai kandidat terkuat, karena sebelumnya didukung oleh Pimpinan Kecamatan (PK) sebagai pemilik suara, menjadi menarik dikaji dari perpektif komunnikasi politik. Kemenangan Hendra Hemeto menarik untuk dikaji terutama berkaitan dengan bagaimana pola komunikasi politik diri dan tim kampanyenya dalam MUSDA Partai Golkar. Untuk mendapatkan jawaban dari pertanyaan tersebut, maka data penelitian dikaji secara kualitatif deskriptif, yaitu mengkonstruksikan realitas dan makna kultural serta fokus pada proses dan peristiwa secara interaktif. Dari hasil analisis, maka dapat dikatakan bahwa keberhasilan Hendra Hemeto tidak lepas dari pengelolaan komunikasi politik yang baik terutama oleh tim kampanye dirinya.
La noción de ‘cauce temporal’ en el surgimiento del valor de ‘pasado cercano’ con la forma verbal he amado
Authors: García Fajardo Josefina 
Published: June 2017

Recepción: 30 de julio de 2016Aceptación: 24 de enero de 2017. Los hitos centrales en el desarrollo semántico de la forma haber en presente más participio han sido expuestos por distintos autores (Alarcos Llorach 1947; Harris 1982; Arias 2005, entre otros). Aquí muestro que la noción de ‘cauce temporal’ retomada de García Fajardo (2014) permite explicar cómo se llegó al uso de dicha forma para referirse al pasado cercano, y que su posterior independencia del ‘cauce’ aludido coincide cronológicamente con la época identificada por algunos autores (Lapesa 1942; Lope Blanch 1961, entre otros) como la divergencia entre el uso castellano y el mexicano.
Comparison of ultrasonography and magnetic resonance imaging to arthroscopy for diagnosing medial meniscal lesions in dogs with cranial cruciate ligament deficiency
Authors: Franklin Samuel P. , Cook James L. , Cook Cristi R. , Shaikh Layla S. , Clarke Kevin M. , Holmes Shannon P. 
Published: June 2017

Abstract
OBJECTIVE To compare the accuracy of ultrasonography and MRI for diagnosing medial meniscal lesions in dogs with cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) deficiency.
DESIGN Diagnostic test evaluation.
ANIMALS 26 dogs (31 stifle joints) with CCL deficiency.
PROCEDURES A single surgeon physically examined each dog and performed ultrasonography and arthroscopy of affected stifle joints to identify medial meniscal lesions. Video recordings of the arthroscopic procedure were saved and subsequently reviewed by the same surgeon and by a second surgeon working independently and blinded to results of all examinations. A radiologist blinded to results of all examinations evaluated MRI scans of the affected joints. Correct classification rate (CCR), sensitivity, and specificity of ultrasonography and MRI were calculated twice, with each of the 2 surgeons' arthroscopic assessments used as the reference standard.
RESULTS Compared with arthroscopic examination by the unblinded surgeon, ultrasonography had a CCR of 90%, sensitivity of 95% (95% confidence interval [CI], 73% to 100%), and specificity of 82% (95% CI, 48% to 97%). For MRI, these values were 84%, 75% (51% to 90%), and 100% (68% to 100%), respectively. Compared with arthroscopic assessment by the blinded surgeon, ultrasonography had a CCR of 84%, sensitivity of 86% (95% CI, 64% to 96%), and specificity of 78% (95% CI, 40% to 96%). For MRI, these values were 77%, 68% (45% to 82%), and 100% (63% to 100%), respectively.
CONCLUSIONS AND CLINICAL RELEVANCE These data suggested imperfect performance but clinical usefulness of both ultrasonography and MRI for diagnosing medial meniscal lesions in dogs.
Pharmacokinetics of chloramphenicol base after oral administration in adult horses
Authors: McElligott Eva M. , Sommardahl Carla S. , Cox Sherry K. 
Published: June 2017

Abstract
OBJECTIVE To determine the pharmacokinetics of chloramphenicol base after PO administration at a dose of SO mg/kg (22.7 mg/lb) in adult horses from which food was not withheld.
DESIGN Prospective crossover study.
ANIMALS 5 adult mares.
PROCEDURES Chloramphenicol base (SO mg/kg) was administered PO to each horse, and blood samples were collected prior to administration (0 minutes) and at 5, 10, 15, and 30 minutes and 1, 2, 4, 8, and 12 hours thereafter. Following a washout period, chloramphenicol sodium succinate (25 mg/kg [11.4 mg/lb]) was administered IV to each horse, and blood samples were collected prior to administration (0 minutes) and at 3, 5, 10, 15, 30, and 45 minutes and 1, 2, 4, and 8 hours thereafter.
RESULTS In horses, plasma half-life, volume of distribution at steady state, clearance, and area under the plasma concentration-time curve for chloramphenicol after IV administration ranged from 0.65 to 1.20 hours, 0.51 to 0.78 L/kg, 0.78 to 1.22 L/h/kg, and 20.5 to 32.1 h·μg/mL, respectively. The elimination half-life, time to maximum plasma concentration, maximum plasma concentration, and area under the plasma concentration-time curve after PO administration ranged from 1.7 to 7.4 hours, 0.25 to 2.00 hours, 1.52 to 5.45 μg/mL, and 10.3 to 21.6 h·μg/mL, respectively. Mean ± SD chloramphenicol bioavailability was 28 ± 10% and terminal half-life was 2.85 ± 1.32 hours following PO administration.
CONCLUSIONS AND CLINICAL RELEVANCE Given that the maximum plasma chloramphenicol concentration in this study was lower than previously reported values, it is recommended to determine the drug's MIC for target bacteria before administration of chloramphenicol in adult horses.
Rates of intraoperative complications and conversion to laparotomy during laparoscopic ovariectomy performed by veterinary students: 161 cases (2010–2014)
Authors: Nylund Adam M. , Drury Adam , Weir Heather , Monnet Eric 
Published: June 2017

Abstract
OBJECTIVE To assess rates of intraoperative complications and conversion to laparotomy associated with supervised veterinary students performing laparoscopic ovariectomy in dogs.
DESIGN Retrospective case series.
ANIMALS 161 female shelter dogs for which elective laparoscopic ovariectomy had been performed by supervised senior (fourth-year) veterinary students from 2010 through 2014.
PROCEDURES Medical records of all dogs were reviewed and data collected regarding duration of surgery, surgical complications and other characteristics, and whether conversion to laparotomy was required.
RESULTS Laparoscopic ovariectomy was performed with a 2-cannula technique and a 10-mm vessel-sealing device for hemostasis in all dogs. A Veress needle was used for initial insufflation in 144 (89.4%) dogs; method of insufflation was not reported for the remaining 17 (10.6%) dogs. Mean ± SD duration of surgery was 114.90 ± 33.40 minutes. Surgical complications, all classified as minor blood loss, occurred in 24 (14.9%) dogs. These included splenic puncture during insertion of the Veress needle (n = 20 [12.4%]) and minor bleeding from the ovarian pedicle (4 [2.5%]). Splenic puncture required no intervention, and ovarian pedicle bleeding required application of the vessel-sealing device an additional time to control the bleeding. Two ovaries were dropped in the abdominal cavity at the time of removal. Both were retrieved without complication. Conversion to laparotomy was not required for any dog. All dogs were discharged from the hospital within 24 hours after surgery.
CONCLUSIONS AND CLINICAL RELEVANCE Laparoscopic ovariectomy in dogs was performed safely by closely supervised novice surgeons, with only minor intraoperative complications encountered and no need for conversion to laparotomy.
Glossopharyngeal neuralgia treated by Gamma Knife radiosurgery: safety and efficacy through long-term follow-up
Authors: Pommier Benjamin , Touzet Gustavo , Lucas Christian , Vermandel Maximilien , Blond Serge , Reyns Nicolas 
Published: June 2017

OBJECTIVEGlossopharyngeal neuralgia (GPN) is a rare and disabling condition. Just as for trigeminal neuralgia, Gamma Knife radiosurgery (GKRS) is increasingly proposed as a therapeutic option for GPN. The purpose of this study was to assess long-term safety and efficacy of GKRS for this indication.METHODSFrom 2007 to 2015, 9 patients (4 male and 5 female) underwent a total of 10 GKRS procedures. All of the patients presented with GPN that was refractory to all medical treatment, and all had a long history of pain. One patient had previously undergone surgical microvascular decompression. In 5 cases, a neurovascular conflict had been identified on MRI. For the GKRS procedure, the glossopharyngeal nerve was localized on MRI and CT under stereotactic conditions. The target was located at the glossopharyngeal meatus of the jugular foramen. The dose administered to the nerve was 80 Gy in 3 procedures and 90 Gy in the others. Follow-up was planned for 3, 6, and 12 months after the procedure and annually thereafter.RESULTSEight patients experienced an improvement in their pain. The median length of time from GKRS to symptom improvement in this group was 7 weeks (range 2–12 months). At the first follow-up, 6 patients were pain-free (pain intensity scores of I–III, based on an adaptation of the Barrow Neurological Institute scoring system for trigeminal neuralgia), including 4 patients who were also medication-free (I). One patient had partial improvement (IV) and 2 patients had no change. The mean duration of follow-up was 46 months (range 10–90 months). At the last follow-up 6 patients remained pain-free (pain scores of I–III), including 4 patients who were pain free with no medication (I). No side effect was observed.CONCLUSIONSBecause of its safety and efficacy, GKRS appears to be a useful tool for treatment of GPN, including first-line treatment.
Endovascular plug for internal carotid artery occlusion in the management of a cavernous pseudoaneurysm with bifrontal subdural empyema: technical note
Authors: Manjila Sunil , Singh Gagandeep , Ndubuizu Obinna , Jones Zoe , Hsu Daniel P. , Cohen Alan R. 
Published: June 2017

The authors demonstrate the use of an endovascular plug in securing a carotid artery pseudoaneurysm in an emergent setting requiring craniotomy for a concurrent subdural empyema.They describe the case of a 14-year-old boy with sinusitis and bifrontal subdural empyema who underwent transsphenoidal exploration at an outside hospital. An injury to the right cavernous segment of the ICA caused torrential epistaxis. Bleeding was successfully controlled by inflating a Foley balloon catheter within the sphenoid sinus, and the patient was transferred to the authors’ institution. Emergent angiography showed a dissection of the right cavernous carotid artery, with a large pseudoaneurysm projecting into the sphenoid sinus at the site of arterial injury. The right internal carotid artery was obliterated using pushable coils distally and an endovascular plug proximally. The endovascular plug enabled the authors to successfully exclude the pseudoaneurysm from the circulation. The patient subsequently underwent an emergent bifrontal craniotomy for evacuation of a left frontotemporal subdural empyema and exenteration of both frontal sinuses. He made a complete neurological recovery.Endovascular large-vessel sacrifice, obviating the need for numerous coils and antiplatelet therapy, has a role in the setting of selected acute neurosurgical emergencies necessitating craniotomy. The endovascular plug is a useful adjunct in such circumstances as the device can be deployed rapidly, safely, and effectively.
The Condition of Immovable Cultural Heritage outside the Urban Context in Vojvodina: the Case Study of the Spitzer Villa in Beočin
Authors: Aladžić Viktorija 
Published: June 2017

A separate part of the cultural heritage of Vojvodina is represented by around fifty castles, villas and summerhouses located far from the urban environment, mostly constructed in the 18th and 19th, as well as at the beginning of the 20th century in the Hungarian part of the Habsburg Monarchy. This paper explores and draws attention to the present condition of the majority of these buildings, and specifically to the case of the Spitzer Villa in Beočin (Belcsény). The Spitzer Villa represents a unique building, designed in the style of historicism, and is also one of the earliest buildings containing Secessionist style decorative elements in Vojvodina It is also a pioneering example of the use of concrete as the main construction material. The research was undertaken in the field, within the competent institutions, as well as through examination of the available literature and scientific papers. Special attention was dedicated to the potentially different treatment of this corpus of architectural heritage, with particular emphasis on the contemporary research in the field.
Reliability Based Analysis and Optimum Design of Laterally Loaded Piles
Authors: Movahedi Rad Majid 
Published: June 2017

In this study reliability based limit analysis is used to determine the ultimate capacity of laterally loaded piles. The aim of this study is to evaluate the lateral load capacity of free-head and fixed-head long pile when plastic limit analysis is considered. In addition to the plastic limit analysis to control the plastic behaviour of the structure, uncertain bound on the complementary strain energy of the residual forces is also applied. This bound has significant effect for the load parameter. The solution to reliability-based problems is based on a direct integration technique and the uncertainties are assumed to follow Gaussian distribution. The optimization procedure is governed by the reliability index calculation.
Taxithelium napalense acts against free radicals and diabetes mellitus
Authors: Tatipamula Vinay Bharadwaj , Killari Kishore Naidu , Ketha Alekhya , Sastry Vedula Girija 
Published: June 2017

In this work, Taxithelium nepalense ethanolic extract and its fractions were evaluated for the antidiabetic activity in rat based on phytochemical and free radical scavenging properties. The ethanolic extract, fraction IV and V significantly attenuated the blood glucose levels at 600, 200 and 200 mg/kg with 50.0, 33.5 and 42.0% inhibition respectively. The histopathological studies were manifesting the recuperation of damaged cells in liver and pancreas tissues. The outcomes of the present work affirm that the T. nepalense has a potency to plummet the overproduction of free radicals and blood glucose levels in the diabetic-induced rat.
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Buddhist Temples or Political Battlegrounds? Kaesŏng Temples in Relation to Court and Aristocracy
Authors: Vermeersch Sem 
Published: June 2017

Sem Vermeersch
« Temples bouddhiques ou champs de bataille politiques ? Les temples de Kaesŏng et leur relation avec la cour et l'aristocratie »
Le bouddhisme jouait sous la dynastie Koryŏ un rôle important en tant que religion officielle. Bien que les moines ne pussent participer à la vie politique, les temples, en tant qu'ils étaient des représentations symboliques du pouvoir dynastique, étaient considérés comme des prolongements du pouvoir politique. Une étude systématique des relations entre les abbés d'importants temples de la capitale Kaesŏng et la lignée royale et les élites politiques au cours des XIe et XIIe siècles montre que la plupart de ces abbés étaient des rejetons des familles qui dominaient le gouvernement temporel. Toutefois, en dépit d'efforts pour maintenir la dignité abbatiale d'un temple donné dans une même famille en la transférant de l'oncle paternel au neveu, les lignées conservaient rarement le contrôle exclusif d'un temple. On observe ainsi, dans la plupart des cas, une alternance entre les abbés issus de familles éminentes et ceux issus d'élites locales moins éminentes. Il n'en reste pas moins que les temples servaient de lieux de rencontre de la vie aristocratique de la capitale, et ils comportaient des bâtiments spéciaux où les élites monastiques et séculières pouvaient nouer des relations, et où d'éminents moines pouvaient se retirer.
Comparison of nonstructural protein-1 antigen detection by rapid and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay test and its correlation with polymerase chain reaction for early diagnosis of dengue
Authors: Gaikwad Seema , Sawant Sandhya S. , Shastri Jayanthi S. 
Published: June 2017

Abstract
INTRODUCTION: Early diagnosis of dengue is important for appropriate clinical management and vector control. Different serological tests based on the principle of immunochromatography and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) are commonly used for detection of antigen and antibodies of dengue virus. The performance of these tests depends on the sensitivity and specificity. Hence, the study was undertaken to compare nonstructural protein-1 (NS1) antigen detection by rapid and ELISA with real-time polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) for diagnosis of dengue.
MATERIALS AND METHODS: Prospective laboratory study was carried out on sera samples (n = 200) from clinically suspected cases of dengue. The sera samples were subjected for NS1 antigen detection test by rapid test, NS1 ELISA, and RT-PCR. The results of rapid and ELISA tests were compared with real Time PCR.
RESULTS: The sensitivity, specificity, positive, and negative predictive value of rapid dengue NS1 antigen test were 81.5%, 66.7%, 78.2%, and 71.1%, respectively whereas that of NS1 ELISA were 89.9%, 100%, 100%, and 94%, respectively. Concordance of Rapid NS1 and NS1 ELISA with PCR was 75.5% and 94%.
DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSION: NS1 antigen ELISA can be implemented in diagnostic laboratories for diagnosis of dengue in the acute phase of illness. The test also has great potential value for use in epidemic situations, as it could facilitate the early screening of patients and limit disease expansion.
Significance of Sahaja Yoga meditation in reducing academic stress
Authors: Hotkar Jaysing Malhari 
Published: June 2017

Background of Study:
The Indian school education system is textbook-oriented that focuses on rote memorization of lessons and demands long hours of systematic study every day. The elaborate study routines that are expected by high school students span from the morning to till late evening hours, leaving little time for socialization, recreation, play games and sports by full strength.

Objective of Study:
The present study was conducted with a view to see the effect of Sahaja Yoga meditation on stress among school children.

Materials and Method:
Non-equivalent control group design was used for this experiment. The participants were 8th grade students from a school located in Mumbai. The students were randomly assigned to control and experimental groups. Experimental group received the treatment of Sahaja Yoga meditation program for 6 weeks, whereas the control group did not receive any treatment. Both groups were free to do their daily routine activities. Stress was assessed using a questionnaire before and after 6 weeks of Sahaja Yoga meditation program.

Statistical Analysis:
Collected data were analyzed with the help of the standard statistical technique t-test to conclude the investigation.

Results:
The results of the study showed a significant difference in academic stress (p < 0.05) after 6 weeks of Sahaja Yoga meditation program. However, there was no significant improvement in academic stress (p > 0.05) in the control group.

Conclusion:
Sahaja Yoga meditation program is helpful to manage the academic stress of school girls.