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Can I trust you? Exploring the ways in which sexual orientation disclosure affects the relationship between LGB leaders and their followers
Authors: Bowring Michèle A. 
Published: June 2017

AbstractThis paper presents a model of the effects of sexual orientation disclosure based on a review of the trust and disclosure literature in the workplace. This model suggests that, when leaders choose to come out, claiming LGB identity versus downplaying it leads to subordinate trust in the leader (FTL). This trust, in turn, influences positive outcomes such as job performance, job satisfaction, and organizational citizenship behaviours (OCB). Trust also moderates the influence of follower attributes and contextual factors on these positive outcomes. I offer a number of propositions for future research in this area. Copyright © 2017 ASAC. Published by John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Sponges for the Adsorption of Estrogenic Pollutant
Authors: Novaes Stephanie D. , Oliveira Pedro V. , Petri Denise F. S. 
Published: June 2017

AbstractHydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC) E4M chains are crosslinked with citric acid and ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA), resulting in adsorbent sponges (SpE4M), which are impregnated with magnetic nanoparticles (SpE4M‐mag) for the adsorption of 17 α‐ethinyl estradiol (EE). The characterization of SpE4M and SpE4M‐mag characterization includes X‐ray microcomputer tomography (Micro‐CT), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) vibrational spectroscopy, elemental analysis, inductively coupled plasma optical emission spectrometry (ICP‐OES), and X‐ray diffraction (XRD). SpE4M and SpE4M‐mag present porosities of 72±6 % and 80±7 %, respectively, and outstanding stability in water, in the pH range 4 to 8, and in alcohols, alkanes, and acetone. The compressive moduli of SpE4M and SpE4M‐mag amount to 2.75 and 4.37 MPa, respectively. The adsorption of 17 α‐ethinyl estradiol (EE), an estrogenic pollutant, on SpE4M and SpE4M‐mag follows the pseudo‐first‐order kinetic model. The EE removal capacity by SpE4M is 78±5 %, which is twice that presented by SpE4M‐mag. The new sponges are recovered successfully either by flotation or by an external magnet, and can be recycled five times keeping 80 % of their initial removal capacity after the fifth cycle, disclosing their potential for environmental remediation.
Quantification and identification of lightning damage in tropical forests
Authors: Yanoviak Stephen P. , Gora Evan M. , Burchfield Jeffrey M. , Bitzer Phillip M. , Detto Matteo 
Published: June 2017

AbstractAccurate estimates of tree mortality are essential for the development of mechanistic forest dynamics models, and for estimating carbon storage and cycling. However, identifying agents of tree mortality is difficult and imprecise. Although lightning kills thousands of trees each year and is an important agent of mortality in some forests, the frequency and distribution of lightning‐caused tree death remain unknown for most forests. Moreover, because all evidence regarding the effects of lightning on trees is necessarily anecdotal and post hoc, rigorous tests of hypotheses regarding the ecological effects of lightning are impossible. We developed a combined electronic sensor/camera‐based system for the location and characterization of lightning strikes to the forest canopy in near real time and tested the system in the forest of Barro Colorado Island, Panama. Cameras mounted on towers provided continuous video recordings of the forest canopy that were analyzed to determine the locations of lightning strikes. We used a preliminary version of this system to record and locate 18 lightning strikes to the forest over a 3‐year period. Data from field surveys of known lightning strike locations (obtained from the camera system) enabled us to develop a protocol for reliable, ground‐based identification of suspected lightning damage to tropical trees. In all cases, lightning damage was relatively inconspicuous; it would have been overlooked by ground‐based observers having no knowledge of the event. We identified three types of evidence that can be used to consistently identify lightning strike damage in tropical forests: (1) localized and directionally biased branch mortality associated with flashover among tree and sapling crowns, (2) mortality of lianas or saplings near lianas, and (3) scorched or wilting epiphytic and hemiepiphytic plants. The longitudinal trunk scars that are typical of lightning‐damaged temperate trees were never observed in this study. Given the prevalence of communications towers worldwide, the lightning detection system described here could be implemented in diverse forest types. Data from multiple systems would provide an outstanding opportunity for comparative research on the ecological effects of lightning. Such comparative data are increasingly important given expected increases in lightning frequency with climatic change.
Oxford medial unicompartmental knees display contact‐loss during step‐cycle motion and bicycle motion: A dynamic radiostereometric study
Authors: Horsager Kristian , Kaptein Bart L. , Jørgensen Peter B. , Jepsen Claus F. , Stilling Maiken 
Published: June 2017

ABSTRACTThe Oxford medial unicompartmental knee is designed fully congruent, with the purpose of maintaining a large contact‐area throughout motion and minimize wear. No other study has investigated this design feature in‐vivo. We aimed to evaluate if contact‐loss was introduced between the articulating surfaces of the Oxford medial unicompartmental knee during bicycle‐ and step‐cycle motion, and whether this correlated with essential implant parameters, such as polyethylene (PE) wear, knee‐loadings, and clinical outcome. To study contact‐loss, 15 patients (12 males, mean age 69 years) with an Oxford medial unicompartmental knee (7 cemented, mean follow‐up 4.4 years) were examined with use of dynamic radiostereometry (RSA) (10 frames/s). PE wear was measured from static RSA and clinical outcome was evaluated with American Knee Society Score (AKSS) and Oxford Knee Score (OKS). Data on knee‐loadings were acquired from the literature. Contact‐loss was deteced in all patients during both exercises, and the trend of contact‐loss correlated with the knee‐loadings. Median contact‐loss was 0.8 mm (95%PI: 0.3; 1.5) for bicycle motion and 0.3 mm (95%PI: 0.24; 0.35) for step‐cycle motion, and did not correlate with the PE wear rate of mean 0.06 mm/year. Possible in‐congruency was seen in three patients. Clinical outcome scores correlated with contact‐loss during step‐cycle motion. In conclusion, contact‐loss was seen in all patients indicating a clinical tolerance during load. Contact‐loss followed the knee‐loadings, which could explain why no correlation was seen with PE wear, as an increase in load was acommadated by an increase in contact‐area (contact‐loss reduction). The size of contact‐loss may reflect clinical outcome. © 2017 Orthopaedic Research Society. Published by Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Orthop Res 36:357–364, 2018.
Polarized Raman spectroscopy of delta‐BiB3O6 at 7–350 K
Authors: Strikina E. A. , Krylov A. S. , Oreshonkov A. S. , Cherepakhin A. V. , Vtyurin A. N. 
Published: June 2017

BiB3O6 crystal has been characterized by Raman spectroscopy. Polarized low‐frequency spectra have been obtained. Temperature measurements have been carried out in range 7–350 K. Raman spectra have been numerically simulated with lady software package. The results of experiment confirmed the contribution of the Bi3+ ions and BO4 groups in nonlinear optical properties of BiB3O6. The studied crystal is a promising medium for up‐ and down‐Raman laser‐frequency converters. Copyright © 2017 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
59‐5: Invited Paper: The Holographic Future of Head Up Displays
Authors: Mullins Brian , Greenhalgh Philip , Christmas Jamieson 
Published: June 2017

Head‐Up Displays (HUD) in automobiles are becoming increasingly common place, however these displays offer a relatively basic HMI experience. With the advent of self driving vehicles, the need to provide confidence inspiring visual feedback to the driver and passengers in the car will be paramount. This will principally be achieved by augmenting reality, fusing data from the cars sensor platform in a clutter free way, to enable the occupants to understand that car is truly aware of it surroundings and any threats that may be present.The existing head up display solutions that utilise LED backlit LCDs will not be able to deliver the display experience that will be required. DAQRI is developing a revolutionary holographic display technology for the next generation of Augmented Reality Head Up Displays, offering a larger, brighter display, lower power consumption, and ultimately a true 3D multi depth experience.In this presentation, we will talk about the challenges of delivering augmented reality to the vehicle and why our holographic display technology is such a compelling solution for the future of head up display applications.
Picturing waters: a review of Photovoice and similar participatory visual research on water governance
Authors: Fantini Emanuele 
Published: June 2017

Seeing is one of the main sensory experiences for knowing water and for generating meanings of it. To acknowledge this, visual research methods are increasingly popular in social sciences. In this paper, research using Photovoice or similar participatory visual methods is reviewed in order to assess their potential contribution to the study of water governance. A total of 23 articles related to 20 projects on (1) water, health, and sanitation; (2) participation in water management; (3) landscapes and water spaces; and (4) domestic urban waters, were identified. They are assessed on the basis of the research's purpose, participants, visual outputs, and outcomes. Results are discussed against the three main goals stated by Photovoice's advocates: to record and reflect on communities’ strengths and concerns, to facilitate critical dialogue, and to reach policymakers. We find some evidence about participatory visual methods contribute to the first two goals. However, while most articles assert that Photovoice proved an effective tool for communicating participants’ views to a wider audience and for reaching policy makers, data and analysis on these processes are generally lacking. Documenting and reflecting on these processes are crucial issues that future visual research on water governance should address, particularly in a time when science is increasingly asked to outreach and impact on societal issues. WIREs Water 2017, 4:e1226. doi: 10.1002/wat2.1226This article is categorized under:

Human Water > Methods
Human Water > Water Governance
Human Water > Water as Imagined and Represented
Am I ready for it? Students&rsquo; perceptions of meaningful feedback on entrustable professional activities
Authors: Duijn Chantal C. M. A. , Welink Lisanne S. , Mandoki Mira , Kremer Wim D. J. , Ten Cate Olle T. J. , Bok Harold G. J. 
Published: June 2017

Background Receiving feedback while in the clinical workplace is probably the most frequently voiced desire of students. In clinical learning environments, providing and seeking performance-relevant information is often difficult for both supervisors and students. The use of entrustable professional activities (EPAs) can help to improve student assessment within competency-based education. This study aimed to illustrate what students’ perceptions are of meaningful feedback viewed as conducive in preparing for performing EPA unsupervised.
Methods In a qualitative multicentre study we explored students’ perceptions on meaningful feedback related to EPAs in the clinical workplace. Focus groups were conducted in three different healthcare institutes. Based on concepts from the literature, the transcripts were coded, iteratively reduced and displayed.
Results Participants’ preferences regarding meaningful feedback on EPAs were quite similar, irrespective of their institution or type of clerkship. Participants explicitly mentioned that feedback on EPAs could come from a variety of sources. Feedback must come from a credible, trustworthy supervisor who knows the student well, be delivered in a safe environment and stress both strengths and points for improvement. The feedback should be provided immediately after the observed activity and include instructions for follow-up. Students would appreciate feedback that refers to their ability to act unsupervised.
Conclusion There is abundant literature on how feedback should be provided, and what factors influence how feedback is sought by students. This study showed that students who are training to perform an EPA unsupervised have clear ideas about how, when and from whom feedback should be delivered.
Does being ‘well off’ help people with epilepsy cope better? The social impact of epilepsy
Authors: Walker Christine , Peterson Chris 
Published: June 2017

AbstractIntroduction Studies demonstrate that there is a positive association between socioeconomic status (SES) and personal control where higher SES groups are likely to have higher personal control and better health outcomes. People with epilepsy however usually show lower levels of personal control. This paper aims to explore the relationship between self-rated prosperity and personal control in an epilepsy sample.Methods Using the results of the 2013 Australian Epilepsy Longitudinal Survey (AELS) a group was identified who perceived themselves as prosperous or very comfortable. Hypothesising that prosperity would provide greater personal control, we compared this group with other groups from HILDA Wave 11, a random sample of the Australian population surveyed in 2011. HILDA is a household, labour and income study funded by the Australian government.Results All respondents in Wave 3 (AELS) had lower levels of personal control than the HILDA Wave 11 groups. In a comparison between Wave 3 of those reporting themselves as prosperous or very comfortable with similar groups in HILDA Wave 11, prosperous people from Wave 3 demonstrated much lower levels of personal control than the HILDA Wave 11 group.Conclusion Personal control is considered to have far-reaching consequences for people's health. The effects of stigma and the unpredictability of epilepsy far outweigh the effects of prosperity for people with epilepsy compared to a random sample of the Australian population.
Dementia prevalence, care arrangement, and access to care in Lebanon: A pilot study
Authors: Phung Kieu T.T. , Chaaya Monique , Prince Martin , Atweh Samir , El Asmar Khalil , Karam Georges , Khoury Rose Mary , Ghandour Lilian , Ghusn Husam , Nielsen T. Rune , Waldemar Gunhild 
Published: June 2017

AbstractIntroductionIn North Africa and the Middle East, studies about dementia prevalence are scarce. A pilot study was conducted in Lebanon to assess dementia prevalence, using the Arabic‐validated 10/66 Dementia Research Group (DRG) diagnostic assessment for case ascertainment. The study also examined care arrangement and access to care.MethodsA random sample of 502 persons older than 65 years and their informant were recruited from Beirut and Mount Lebanon governorates through multistage cluster sampling.ResultsThe crude and age‐standardized dementia prevalences were 7.4% and 9.0%, respectively. People with dementia were mainly cared for by relatives at home. Access to formal care was very limited.DiscussionDementia prevalence in Lebanon ranks high within the global range of estimates. These first evidence‐based data about disease burden and barriers to care serve to raise awareness and call for social and health care reform to tackle the dementia epidemic in Lebanon and in North Africa and the Middle East.
Relationship Between Use of Videogames and Sexual Health in Adult Males
Authors: Sansone Andrea , Sansone Massimiliano , Proietti Marco , Ciocca Giacomo , Lenzi Andrea , Jannini Emmanuele A. , Romanelli Francesco 
Published: June 2017

Abstract

Background
Videogame use is increasingly prevalent in people of all ages, and despite the wide amount of scientific evidence proving a role for electronic entertainment in human health, there is no evidence about the relation between use of videogames and sexual health.

Aim
To investigate the association between use of videogames and male sexual health.

Methods
We administered the two validated questionnaires, the Premature Ejaculation Diagnostic Tool (PEDT) and the International Index of Erectile Function (IIEF-15), to men 18 to 50 years old recruited through social networks and specific websites. In addition to the questionnaires, volunteers were asked to provide information on their gaming habit and lifestyle.

Outcomes
An extended version of the IIEF-15 and PEDT, including data about gaming habits and relevant lifestyles.

Results
From June 18, 2014 through July 31, 2014, 599 men 18 to 50 years old completed the questionnaires. One hundred ninety-nine men reported no sexual activity during the previous 4 weeks; four records were rejected because of inherent errors. The remaining 396 questionnaires were analyzed, with 287 “gamers” (playing &gt;1 hour/day on average) and 109 “non-gamers” providing all the required information. We found a lower prevalence of premature ejaculation in gamers compared with non-gamers (mean PEDT score = 3.57 ± 3.38 vs 4.52 ± 3.7, P &lt; .05, respectively). Analysis of the IIEF-15 showed no significant differences between gamers and non-gamers in the domains of erectile function, orgasmic function, and overall satisfaction. Median scores for the sexual desire domain were higher for non-gamers (median score [interquartile range] 9 [8–9] vs 9 [8–10], respectively; P = .0227).

Clinical Implications
These results support the correlation between videogame use and male sexual health. Compared with non-gamers, men playing videogames for more than 1 hour/day were less likely to have premature ejaculation but more likely to have decreased sexual desire.

Strengths and Limitations
This is the first study aimed to assess male sexual health in gamers. We identified an association between PEDT and IIEF scores and videogame use; however, these findings require validation through interventional studies. Furthermore, volunteers were recruited through social networks, thus increasing the risk of recruitment bias.

Conclusion
To our knowledge, this is the first observational study investigating the link between electronic entertainment and male sexuality, specifically for ejaculatory response and sexual desire.
A place in the sun? Healthcare rights of retired UK citizens in Spain post-Brexit
Authors: Cayon-De Las Cuevas Joaquin , Hervey Tamara 
Published: June 2017

AbstractAt least 100,000 retired UK citizens currently live in Spain. Under EU law, they are entitled to access the Spanish National Health Service (NHS) with minimum administrative difficulty. What will their legal position be under a ‘no-deal Brexit’? This is a question of Spanish law. The worst case scenario is that they will have to reapply for their residence permits under the Spanish legislation applicable to non-EU/European Economic Area citizens, with all the administrative inconvenience and cost entailed. If they successfully reapply, their personal health care costs will be considerably higher than at present, should they choose to remain in Spain. Very obvious questions of capacity planning arise. The Spanish system will potentially need to gear up for a significant administrative effort. Given the distinct possibility of a ‘no-deal Brexit’, the UK NHS should prepare to welcome significant numbers of pensioners home.
Mechanistic roles of microRNAs in hepatocarcinogenesis: A study of thioacetamide with multiple doses and time-points of rats
Authors: Dweep Harsh , Morikawa Yuji , Gong Binsheng , Yan Jian , Liu Zhichao , Chen Tao , Bisgin Halil , Zou Wen , Hong Huixiao , Shi Tieliu , Gong Ping , Castro Christina , Uehara Takeki , Wang Yuping , Tong Weida 
Published: June 2017

AbstractEnvironmental chemicals exposure is one of the primary factors for liver toxicity and hepatocarcinoma. Thioacetamide (TAA) is a well-known hepatotoxicant and could be a liver carcinogen in humans. The discovery of early and sensitive microRNA (miRNA) biomarkers in liver injury and tumor progression could improve cancer diagnosis, prognosis, and management. To study this, we performed next generation sequencing of the livers of Sprague-Dawley rats treated with TAA at three doses (4.5, 15 and 45 mg/kg) and four time points (3-, 7-, 14- and 28-days). Overall, 330 unique differentially expressed miRNAs (DEMs) were identified in the entire TAA-treatment course. Of these, 129 DEMs were found significantly enriched for the “liver cancer” annotation. These results were further complemented by pathway analysis (Molecular Mechanisms of Cancer, p53-, TGF-β-, MAPK- and Wnt-signaling). Two miRNAs (rno-miR-34a-5p and rno-miR-455-3p) out of 48 overlapping DEMs were identified to be early and sensitive biomarkers for TAA-induced hepatocarcinogenicity. We have shown significant regulatory associations between DEMs and TAA-induced liver carcinogenesis at an earlier stage than histopathological features. Most importantly, miR-34a-5p is the most suitable early and sensitive biomarker for TAA-induced hepatocarcinogenesis due to its consistent elevation during the entire treatment course.
Identification and characterization of roles for Puf1 and Puf2 proteins in the yeast response to high calcium
Authors: Haramati Ofir , Brodov Anastasia , Yelin Idan , Atir-Lande Avigail , Samra Nitzan , Arava Yoav 
Published: June 2017

AbstractMembers of the yeast family of PUF proteins bind unique subsets of mRNA targets that encode proteins with common functions. They therefore became a paradigm for post-transcriptional gene control. To provide new insights into the roles of the seemingly redundant Puf1 and Puf2 members, we monitored the growth rates of their deletions under many different stress conditions. A differential effect was observed at high CaCl2 concentrations, whereby puf1Δ growth was affected much more than puf2Δ, and inhibition was exacerbated in puf1Δpuf2Δ double knockout. Transcriptome analyses upon CaCl2 application for short and long terms defined the transcriptional response to CaCl2 and revealed distinct expression changes for the deletions. Intriguingly, mRNAs known to be bound by Puf1 or Puf2 were affected mainly in the double knockout. We focused on the cell wall regulator Zeo1 and observed that puf1Δpuf2Δ fails to maintain low levels of its mRNA. Complementarily, puf1Δpuf2Δ growth defect in CaCl2 was repaired upon further deletion of the Zeo1 gene. Thus, these proteins probably regulate the cell-wall integrity pathway by regulating Zeo1 post-transcriptionally. This work sheds new light on the roles of Puf proteins during the cellular response to environmental stress.