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Kinetics and reaction pathways of total acid number reduction of cyclopentane carboxylic acid using subcritical methanol
Authors: Mandal Pradip C. , Nagarajan Thasvinya 
Published: June 2016

Abstract
Cyclopentane carboxylic acid (CPCA) is a model compound of Naphthenic acids (NAs). This objective of this paper is to discover total acid number (TAN) reduction kinetics and pathways of the reaction between CAPA and subcritical methanol (SubC-MeOH). The experiments were carried out in an autoclave reactor at temperatures of 180-220°C, a methanol partial pressure (MPP) of 3 MPa, reaction times of 0-30 min and CPCA initial gas phase concentrations of 0.016-0.04 g/mL. TAN content of the samples were analyzed using ASTM D 974 techniques. The reaction products were identified and quantified with the help of GC/MS and GC-FID respectively. Experimental results reveal that TAN removal kinetics followed first order kinetics with an activation energy of 13.97 kcal/mol and a pre-exponential factor of 174.21 s-1. Subcritical methanol is able to reduce TAN of CPCA decomposing CPCA into new compounds such as cyclopentane, formaldehyde, methyl acetate and 3-pentanol.
Tribological behavior and morphology of PTFE particulate-reinforced POM matrix composites
Authors: Liu Qi , Luo Wei , Zhou Shengtai , Zou Huawei , Liang Mei 
Published: June 2016

Abstract
The friction and wear properties of polyoxymethylene/polytetrafluoroethylene (POM/PTFE) composites were investigated by using a block-on-ring friction tester and special focus was paid to the effect of weight average molar mass (M

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) of POM. To study the thermodynamic characteristics and wear mechanism of composites, differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) were used. Results showed that friction and wear properties of the composite blends were strongly affected by the M

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of POM and the loading fractions of PTFE. POM/PTFE composites with lower M

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of POM owned better wear resistance abilities under a high-speed sliding regime, which resulted from the effective lubrication of transferred wear debris under a relatively high sliding speed. However, the transfer layer on the counterface could be easily peeled off under the low sliding speed, resulting in higher wear rate of POM/PTFE composites with lower M

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of POM. POM and its composites with high M

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showed comparative high friction levels, related to the strong adhesion between the resin and the steel counterpart. DSC analysis showed that POM with lower M

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had higher crystallinity, which was beneficial to the improvement of wear resistance in a high-speed sliding condition.
Electrostatic precipitation Pressurized IntraPeritoneal Aerosol Chemotherapy (ePIPAC): first in-human application
Authors: Reymond Marc , Demtroeder Cedric , Solass Wiebke , Winnekendonk Guido , Tempfer Clemens 
Published: June 2016

AbstractBackground: Pressurized IntraPeritoneal Aerosol Chemotherapy (PIPAC) is a drug delivery technique with superior pharmacological properties for treating peritoneal metastasis (PM). Adding electrostatic loading (ePIPAC) as an adjunct to aerosol and artificial hydrostatic pressure improved tissue uptake in a preclinical model.Methods: We report the first ePIPAC use in 3 patients with PM of hepatobiliary-pancreatic (HBP) origin. All 3 patients received concomitant palliative systemic chemotherapy that was discontinued in two patients. PIPAC with cisplatin 7.5 mg/m2 and doxorubicin 1.5 mg/m2 was applied intraperitoneally at a pressure of 12 mmHg and a temperature of 37% °C for 30 min. Additionally, a voltage 7,500–9,500 V and a current≤10 µA were applied over a stainless steel brush electrode emitting a stream of electrons.Results: ePIPAC was technically feasible. No intraoperative complication was noted. The procedures were well tolerated with no adverse event CTCAE > 2. Patient 1 with PM of unknown origin (CUP with HBP phenotype) showed an objective histological and radiological response and survived 11 months. Patient 2 with ductal pancreatic cancer underwent secondary resection after ePIPAC with no residual PM; however, tumor recurred 5 months later. Patient 3 with adenocarcinoma of the gallbladder showed a radiological regression of liver infiltration and is alive after 22 months without histological evidence of PM.Conclusion: ePIPAC is technically feasible, is well tolerated and can induce tumor regression of PM in HBP cancers with and without concomitant systemic chemotherapy. These preliminary results justify prospective clinical studies with ePIPAC.
“You will probably refuse, but…”: When activating reactance in a single sentence increases compliance with a request
Authors: Guéguen Nicolas 
Published: June 2016

Abstract
Studies investigating compliance-gaining procedures have shown that the feeling that someone is free to comply or not with a request is a requirement to obtain compliance. In this study, participants were asked for money for a charitable organization. In the experimental condition, people first heard a sentence saying that they would probably refuse to help, and then they were asked to make a donation. In the control condition, participants were just asked for money. Findings showed that more participants complied with the request in the experimental condition. Reactance theory was used to explain these results.
The effect of self epistemic authority on compliance with expert recommendations
Authors: Stasiuk Katarzyna , Maksymiuk Renata , Bar-Tal Yoram 
Published: June 2016

Abstract
The study examines the interaction effect between source epistemic authority (EA) and self epistemic authority (SEA) on the intention to follow the source’s recommendation. The results showed that high SEA subjects were more likely to follow the recommendation if its source had high EA and less likely if the source’s EA was low. The results are discussed using the Lay Epistemology framework.
Self-esteem, readiness for self-improvement and life satisfaction in Indian and Polish female students
Authors: Zawadzka Anna Maria , Kosakowska-Berezecka Natasza , Niesiobędzka Małgorzata 
Published: June 2016

Abstract
The study examines the question of how personal self-esteem, collective self-esteem and readiness for self-improvement are linked to satisfaction with life in women from countries differing with regard to level of collectivism. Our study participants were Polish (less collectivistic) and Indian (more collectivistic) female students. The obtained results indicate that personal self-esteem plays a very important role in satisfaction with life of women from the two countries. However, collective self-esteem is not directly related to satisfaction with life among women from the two cultures analyzed. Structural Equation Modeling showed that: a) in the Indian group readiness for self-improvement is more important for satisfaction with life than in the Polish group and it is significantly related to satisfaction with life through collectivistic self-esteem, b) the direct influence of both personal and collective self-esteem on satisfaction with life is more significant in the Polish group than in the Indian group.
Size or Openness: Expansive but Closed Body Posture Increases Submissive Behavior
Authors: Bialobrzeska Olga , Parzuchowski Michal 
Published: June 2016

Abstract
Expansive body posture is the most commonly studied and widely described in psychological literature. For many years, expansive posture was universally identified as a pose of power, but more recent research has revealed that the link between expansive posture and power may be moderated by gender, culture or even contextual cues. Our findings show that with little variation added to expansive posture it does not necessarily lead to the sense of power, and may actually trigger the opposite effect: a feeling of submissiveness. In three studies, persons assuming their body in a standing-at-attention posture were perceived as being more obedient (Experiment 1), thus participants who expanded their body in a standing-at-attention manner (although actually doing a non-obedient unrelated task) displayed greater compliance to requests (Experiment 2) and declared greater submissiveness toward social norms (Experiment 3). We discuss how the cultural and interpersonal context imprinted in specific body posture can modify the feedback of innate and universal body states.
Heterogeneity in Clinical Symptoms and Cognitive Functioning of Children with Hyperactivity-Impulsivity and Inattention: Dimensional and Person-Centered Perspectives
Authors: Gambin Małgorzata J. , Święcicka Małgorzata J. 
Published: June 2016

AbstractThe goal of this study was to investigate heterogeneity in clinical symptoms and cognitive functioning among children with hyperactivity-impulsivity and inattention using a novel approach that combined dimensional and person-centered perspectives. Executive, verbal and visuo-spatial functioning, hyperactivity-impulsivity, inattention, externalizing and internalizing symptoms were examined in 102 children (37 girls and 65 boys) at risk for ADHD and 62 children (31 girls and 31 boys) not at risk for ADHD in the age range of 8–10 years. We extracted seven groups with various profiles of psychopathological symptoms and cognitive functioning. We propose that symptoms of inattention and hyperactivity-impulsivity in these groups are related to different cognitive and affective-motivational problems.
Optimal Viewing Position for Fully Connected and Unconnected words in Arabic
Authors: Ganayim Deia 
Published: June 2016

Abstract
In order to assess the unique reading processes in Arabic, given its unique orthographic nature of natural inherent variations of inter letter spacing, the current study examined the extent and influence of connectedness disparity during single word recognition using the optimal viewing position (OVP) paradigm (three-, four- and five-letter stimuli presented at a normal reading size, at all possible locations). The initial word viewing position was systematically manipulated by shifting words horizontally relative to an imposed initial viewing position. Variations in recognition and processing time were measured as a function of initial viewing position. Fully connected/unconnected Arabic words were used. It was found that OVP effects occurred during the processing of isolated Arabic words. In Arabic, the OVP may be in the center of the word. No OVP was found in three-letter words; for four- and five-letter words, the OVP effect appeared as a U-shaped curve with a minimum towards the second and third letters. Thus, the OVP effects generalize across structurally different alphabetic scripts.
Sniffing the mood for cooperation: Personality and odor induced affective states effects
Authors: Marchlewska Marta , Czerniawska Ewa , Oleksiak Karolina 
Published: June 2016

Abstract
The paper explores situational and dispositional underpinnings of cooperative behavior. According to psychological research, cooperation is strongly related to affective states (Forgas, 1998) and personality dimensions (Volk, Thöni, & Ruigrok, 2011). In an experimental study we examined the conditions under which people cooperate with each other. The dispositional traits of co-workers (personality), the contribution to a collaborative effort, and a situational factor – ambient odor condition were taken into consideration. A one-way ANOVA revealed that compared to a malodorous condition, both the pleasant odor condition and the natural odor condition showed higher rates of cooperation. Further analysis indicated that only malodors influenced affective states which in turn determined social decisions. Although we found effects for the participants’ agreeableness and the coworker’s contribution to a joint work, they appeared to play a less critical role than affective states induced by the experimental odor conditions tested here.
Thinking in a foreign language, fast and slow
Authors: Turula Anna 
Published: June 2016

Abstract
Several studies (Keysar et al., 2012; Lazar et al., 2014) suggest that decisions made in a foreign language are more rational. The authors imply that when thinking in a language which is not our native tongue, analytical, slow, deep-thinking is activated. The question that underlies the present article is whether this is a characteristic of every mental operation in the foreign medium. Studies carried out by Costa et al. (2014), Geipel et al. (2015) and Hadjichristidis et al. (2015) suggest the issue is much more complex than it may seem.
The answer to the question above was sought through a study in which 84 Polish advanced users of English as a foreign language were asked to solve mathematical problems from the Cognitive Reflection Test (Frederick, 2005). Initially the subjects were randomly assigned to two groups, who subsequently solved the problems in Polish (native tongue) and in English (foreign language). The article presents the results, discusses them and arrives at a number of conclusions as well as implications for further research.
Why can’t we just ask? The influence of research methods on results. The case of the “bystander effect”
Authors: Grzyb Tomasz 
Published: June 2016

Abstract
The article discusses the issue of the departure from examining real behaviours in a real environment, a trend in social psychology which has been observed going back several years, and the impact of this phenomenon for social psychology as a scientific discipline. The article presents two studies on the well-known and explored “bystander effect” (Darley, Latane, 1968). This phenomenon is examined in two ways – once by way of a “traditional” field experiment conducted in natural conditions, and once through a survey. As it turned out, the results generated by the two studies were diametrically opposite, and only in the field experiment were we able to achieve a pattern of results consistent with those in the original studies.
Maternal Parenting Attitudes and Preschoolers’ Hot and Cool Executive Functions
Authors: Kamza Anna , Putko Adam , Złotogórska Agata 
Published: June 2016

Abstract
The relationships between maternal parenting attitudes and preschoolers’ hot and cool executive functions (EF) were examined. Forty-eight children aged 3 to 4 years and their mothers took part in the study. Self-report questionnaire concerning parenting attitudes was obtained from the mothers of children who performed a set of EF tasks. Additionally, both maternal and child verbal ability were controlled. It was found that maternal parenting attitudes were related only to child cool EF. Protecting attitude was positively related to child inhibitory control and autonomy support was negatively related to child set-shifting ability. Further analyses revealed that maternal autonomy support accounted for unique variance in child set-shifting, above and beyond the child’s age. On the other hand, protecting attitude accounted for unique variance in child inhibitory control, above and beyond child verbal ability. The findings provide further evidence for the importance of mother-child relationships in children’s EF development.
Ionic liquids and supercritical carbon dioxide: green and alternative reaction media for chemical processes
Authors: Liu Ruixia , Zhang Peng , Zhang Suojiang , Yan Ting , Xin Jiayu , Zhang Xiangping 
Published: June 2016

AbstractIonic liquids (ILs) and supercritical CO2(scCO2) are two promising types of reaction media for green chemical processes due to their unique properties. They can be integrated into chemical reactions as catalysts and solvents to develop green and environment-friendly processes. This review presents current research trends aiming to solve the major chemical engineering issues in light of a fundamental understanding of these media. Applications of these media in the petrochemical industry, biochemical engineering, and fine chemical production are reviewed, suggesting the challenges and directions of utilizing them for green processes prospectively. These recent explorations and successful examples of applications demonstrate that ILs and scCO2offer huge potential for novel and green chemical engineering processes.
The superior ophthalmic vein approach for the treatment of carotid-cavernous fistulas: our first experience
Authors: Chiriac A. , Dobrin N. , Ion Georgiana , Costan V. , Poeata I. 
Published: June 2016

Abstract
Complex cavernous sinus fistulae (CCF) are still a technical challenge to neurovascular team. The most commonly performed treatment consists in endovascular embolization of the lesion through an arterial or venous approach. Not always these conventional routes are feasible, requiring alternative routes. We report a case of a 44-year-old woman with a complex indirect (Barrow D) carotid cavernous sinus fistula treated by two interventional sessions that imposing a retrograde direct transvenous approach via the superior ophthalmic vein.
An international based survey on perioperative use of tranexamic acid in neurotrauma
Authors: Moscote-Salazar Luis Rafael , Agrawal Amit , Rubiano Andres M. , Dhahir Mohammed Al , Calderon-Miranda Willem Guillermo , Zabaleta-Churio Nasly , Rivera Marco Antonio Blancas 
Published: June 2016

Abstract
Background: Tranexamic acid is used to reduce bleeding, easy to use, affordable and relatively safe. There are few studies on the use of tranexamic acid in trauma and especially in neurosurgery. There is no published study on the trend the use of tranexamic acid in neurotrauma surgery among international doctors. The aim of this study was to evaluate the current practice for use of tranexamic acid during neurotrauma surgery.
Materials and Methods: A 11-question electronic survey was sent to 25 practicing physicians worldwide. Basic demographic information and estimated rates of use of tranexamic acid during neurotrauma surgery.
Results: Twenty five physicians responded to our survey. Very Few trusts (12%) use tranexamic acid during neurotraumasurgery.
Conclusion: Further studies are required to establish guidelines in neurosurgery and neurotrauma, especially. The use of this medicine potentially helps improve patient care with head injury and save lives.
Apply of WhatsApp: A quick, simple, smarty and cost competent method of communication in neurosurgery
Authors: Kankane Vivek Kumar , Jaiswal Gaurav , Gupta Tarun Kumar 
Published: June 2016

Abstract
Objective: Neurosurgeons habitually have to hinge on judgments of subordinate staffs to build an assessment on patients whom they cannot be present at immediately. WhatsApp is a no charge to use application for image transfer on Internet. We evaluated the use of WhatsApp in neurosurgical milieu, to show it is economical, quick, available, reliable and practicable.
Materials and methods: We coordinate a prospective observational study from December 2014 to June 2015. Residents were skilled to take sharp pictures and upload them immediately using WhatsApp on Internet. Primary conclusion was difference between opinion of residents and consultants on WhatsApp images and time delay in decision-making. Conflict was evaluated significant if it changed management decision.
Results: In the study period, 1356 (mean age: 35.53 years, 71.28% males) patients were included in study those admitted in after hospital hours. Internet packs of smart phone available in market in very economical cost. Judgment could be made on images received on WhatsApp at an average of 4.06 min. There was Conflict in 7.22% cases between residents’ reports and images on WhatsApp. All Radiological imaging modalities, were associated with statistically Insignificant difference (P >0.05).
Conclusion: This study suggests that apply of WhatsApp in neurosurgery can be a simple quick reliable and almost free mode of communicating images enabling a quick decision. Though this cost-effective method should be used with concern particularly with Radiological imaging modalities, which require dispensation and appraisal on console.
Capacidad de predicción del inventario de temperamento y carácter de Cloninger (TCI-R) en la evolución de los trastornos por uso de alcohol.
Authors: Ávila Escribano José Juan , Sánchez Barba Mercedes , Álvarez Pedrero Aida , López Villarreal Ana , Recio Pérez Joaquina , Rodríguez Rodilla Manuela , Fraile García Eulalia 
Published: June 2016

Objetivo: se pretende investigar la capacidad de predicción del inventario de temperamento y carácter de Cloninger (TCI-R) en la evolución de los trastornos por uso de alcohol. Metodología: Es un estudio longitudinal de 237 pacientes con trastornos por uso de alcohol, en tratamiento ambulatorio y seguimiento durante seis meses, cuya personalidad fue estudiada mediante el inventario TCI-R. Se analizó la puntuación de cada una de las dimensiones del inventario TCI-R en función de su situación (retención o abandono) al final del estudio. Resultados: La muestra presentaba puntuaciones elevadas en búsqueda de novedad (BN) y evitación del daño (ED) y baja en autodirección (AD), definidas, estas últimas, como prominentes. El grupo que abandonó presentaba una puntuación significativamente (p= .004) más elevada en búsqueda de novedad (BN) que el grupo en seguimiento; además cuando la puntuación era superior al percentil 67 la probabilidad de abandonar era 1,07 veces superior. Conclusiones: El inventario de temperamento y carácter de Cloninger (TCI-R) es un buen instrumento para predecir la evolución de los pacientes con trastorno por uso de alcohol y la dimensión búsqueda de novedad (BN) está fuertemente relacionada con el abandono terapéutico.
Síntomas psicóticos persistentes después del uso abusivo prolongado de mefedrona: una serie de dos casos
Authors: Barrio Pablo , Gaskell Matthew , Goti Javier , Vilardell Sergi , Fàbregas Josep Maria 
Published: June 2016

La mefedrona (4-methylmethcathinone) es un estimulante sintético del grupo de las catinonas. Los usuarios refieren efectos similares a los de la cocaína y el éxtasis, con un potencial adictivo elevado. Dada la creciente tasa de consumo en Europa, cada vez recibe más atención desde el campo de las adicciones. No obstante, poco se sabe sobre las consecuencias a largo plazo de su consumo abusivo. Los dos siguientes casos pueden servir para mostrar alguna de ellas. El caso 1 es un hombre de mediana edad, quien refería un consumo intravenoso de mefedrona de 3 años de duración. Su patrón de uso consistía en atracones que duraban varios días. Tras varios meses de consumo, aparecieron síntomas psicóticos, especialmente delirios paranoides. Tras ser enviado a una comunidad terapéutica, los síntomas psicóticos se continuaron produciendo pese a mantener una abstinencia prolongada. Se observó una buena respuesta a la risperidona. El caso 2 es un hombre joven, con un consume abusivo de 2 años de duración, vía nasal. A su llegada a la comunidad terapéutica, el paciente refirió alucinaciones auditivas que remitieron parcialmente con olanzapina. Ambos casos mostraron una buena conciencia de enfermedad, así como ausencia de deterioro en su personalidad. Dadas las similitudes bioquímicas con otras sustancias con potencial para inducir síntomas psicóticos, y el creciente consumo de mefedrona en Europa, casos similares son esperables en un futuro cercano. El uso de antipsicóticos convencionales parece una estrategia razonable de tratamiento.