bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Examining the effectiveness of a cognitive intervention to improve cognitive function in a population of older adults living with HIV: a pilot study
Authors: Frain Judy A. , Chen Ling 
Published: October 2017

Objective: The purpose of this randomized-controlled pilot study was to explore the effectiveness of a home-based computerized cognitive training intervention in improving cognitive function in a population of older adults with mild cognitive impairment who are living with HIV. Methods: In all, 24 participants were enrolled in this study. All study participants were impaired [defined as Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) score < 26]; 12 were randomly assigned to a computer-training intervention group and 12 to a control group. The intervention group used a home-based computerized cognitive training program for 8 weeks, while the control group received health-related newsletter via email and follow-up phone calls. Cognitive function was measured at study entry, immediately post intervention, and 8 and 16 weeks post intervention Results: This study achieved a 92% retention rate, losing two persons from the intervention group. Participants in the intervention group scored significantly higher on cognitive testing immediately post intervention compared to the control group: F(1, 19) = 4.92, p = 0.04. The partial Eta squared of 0.32 indicates a small to moderate effect size. Discussion: Cognitive improvement was seen immediately after the intervention, and cognitive improvement was still evident 16 weeks post intervention. Cognitive training could be considered as an option for older adults with HIV experiencing mild cognitive impairment.
International Migration and Welfare Implications
Authors: Sinha Chaitali 
Published: October 2017

This article surveys the current trend in international migration of labour, particularly from developing countries, with special emphasis on the welfare aspect of emigration on the remaining residents, and it also investigates the tension between brain drain and brain gain. It is evident from the existing literature that welfare of the remaining residents of a labour-sending developing economy can be influenced positively or negatively by exit of its skilled labour force. A detailed survey of the literature finds that positive probability of migration to a rich country raises the average skill level in the poor origin country. Migration in these studies work as a substitute for domestic tax-subsidy schemes aimed at raising the independently chosen low level of human capital to a socially desirable state. Related studies show that there can be both positive and negative impact of remittances on the welfare of the source country. JEL Classification: F22, F24, J24
Risk Factors for Lower Extremity Overuse Injuries in Female Youth Soccer Players
Authors: O’Kane John W. , Neradilek Moni , Polissar Nayak , Sabado Lori , Tencer Allan , Schiff Melissa A. 
Published: October 2017

Background: Youth soccer injuries are common and of increasing concern, with sport specialization occurring at younger ages. Limited research is available regarding overuse injuries and risk factors in young female athletes. Purpose: To identify the number and rate of overuse injuries in female soccer players (ages 12-15 years), describe the anatomic location and type of injury, and evaluate contributing risk factors. Study Design: Case-control study; Level of evidence, 3. Methods: A total of 351 female youth soccer players, ages 12 to 15 years, from Washington State were evaluated from 2008 to 2012. Players with lower extremity overuse injuries were identified through weekly emails and were interviewed by telephone to obtain data on injury type and body region. We evaluated the association between overuse injuries and preseason risk factors, including joint hypermobility, hip and knee muscle strength, and jump biomechanics, using Poisson regression to estimate relative risk (RR) and 95% CIs. Results: The incidence rate for first-time lower extremity overuse injuries was 1.7 per 1000 athlete-exposure hours (AEH; 95% CI, 1.4-2.2), and that for repeat injuries was 3.4 per 1000 AEH (95% CI, 2.1-5.6). Knee injuries accounted for 47% of overuse injuries. Increased valgus was associated with a 3.2-fold increased risk (95% CI, 1.52-6.71) for knee injury. A 1–standard deviation (SD) increase in hamstring strength was associated with a 35% decreased risk (RR, 0.65; 95% CI, 0.46-0.91) for overuse knee injuries, and a 1-SD increase in quadriceps strength was associated with a 30% decreased risk (RR, 0.70; 95% CI, 0.50-0.98). A 1-SD increase in hip flexor strength was associated with a 28% decreased risk (RR, 0.72; 95% CI, 0.51-1.00) for overuse knee injuries, and a 1-SD increase in external rotation strength was associated with a 35% decreased risk (RR, 0.65; 95% CI, 0.46-0.91). Playing on more than 1 soccer team was associated with a 2.5-fold increased risk (95% CI, 1.08-5.35) for overuse knee injuries, and participating in other physical activities was associated with a 61% decreased risk (odds ratio, 0.39; 95% CI, 0.15-0.81). Conclusion: In this study, lower extremity overuse injuries in female youth soccer players affected primarily the knee. Lower knee separation distance, decreased lower extremity strength, and playing on more than 1 soccer team increased injury risk.
Ruxolitinib-induced defects in DNA repair cause sensitivity to PARP inhibitors in myeloproliferative neoplasms
Authors: Nieborowska-Skorska Margaret , Maifrede Silvia , Dasgupta Yashodhara , Sullivan Katherine , Flis Sylwia , Le Bac Viet , Solecka Martyna , Belyaeva Elizaveta A. , Kubovcakova Lucia , Nawrocki Morgan , Kirschner Martin , Zhao Huaqing , Prchal Josef T. , Piwocka Katarzyna , Moliterno Alison R. , Wasik Mariusz , Koschmieder Steffen , Green Tony R. , Skoda Radek C. , Skorski Tomasz 
Published: October 2017

Key Points
Ruxolitinib caused DNA repair defects and sensitized MPN stem and progenitor cells to PARP inhibitors. Quiescent and proliferating MPN cells were eliminated by ruxolitinib and olaparib plus or minus hydroxyurea.
Role of calcium in regulating the intra- and extracellular cleavage of von Willebrand factor by the protease ADAMTS13
Authors: Gogia Shobhit , Kelkar Anju , Zhang Changjie , Dayananda Kannayakanahalli M. , Neelamegham Sriram 
Published: October 2017

Key Points
VWF A2-domain intracellular proteolysis within ECs is enhanced upon disrupting calcium binding (eg, in VWD type 2A mutants). VWF string cleavage on ECs is calcium independent and is strongly dependent on platelet binding.
Δίλγωσσοι μαθητές στο δημοτικό σχολείο και διαπολιτισμική εκπαίδευση: η περίπτωση της Αχαΐας
Authors: Αγγελοπούλου Παρασκευή , Μάνεσης Νικόλαος 
Published: October 2017

Η παρούσα έρευνα στοχεύει να διερευνήσει τις απόψεις των εκπαιδευτικών πρωτοβάθμιας εκπαίδευσης για το ρόλο και τις πρακτικές που υιοθετούν στην εφαρμογή της διαπολιτισμικής παιδαγωγικής για την αντιμετώπιση των αναγκών των δίγλωσσων μαθητών/μαθητριών στο διαπολιτισμικό πλαίσιο εκπαίδευσης. Διεξήγαμε έρευνα με ερωτηματολόγιο που αποτελούνταν από ερωτήσεις κλειστού και ανοικτού τύπου, που βασίστηκε σε προηγούμενες έρευνες από τη διεθνή και ελληνική βιβλιογραφία, το οποίο διανεμήθηκε και συμπληρώθηκε από 106 εκπαιδευτικούς (86 γυναίκες και 20 άντρες, ηλικίας 25-55 ετών) που εργάζονται σε Δημοτικά σχολεία της Αχαΐας.Τα ερευνητικά αποτελέσματα υποδεικνύουν ότι εκπαιδευτικοί με χαμηλή επιμόρφωση σε θέματα διαπολιτισμικής παιδαγωγικής αντιλαμβάνονται περισσότερο στερεοτυπικά τη διαπολιτισμική παιδαγωγική, πράγμα που τους οδηγεί στην υιοθέτηση συγκεκριμένων εκπαιδευτικών πρακτικών για την κάλυψη των αναγκών των δίγλωσσων μαθητών/μαθητριών. Τέλος, τα ερευνητικά αποτελέσματα καταδεικνύουν ότι οι εκπαιδευτικοί δεν αναγνωρίζουν υψηλά τη δική τους ευθύνη για την αντιμετώπιση των αναγκών των δίγλωσσων μαθητών/μαθητριών.Περαιτέρω ποιοτικές έρευνες θα πρέπει να πραγματοποιηθούν στο πλαίσιο της διαπολιτισμικής εκπαίδευσης προκειμένου να γίνουν περισσότερο κατανοητές οι ατομικές δυσκολίες που εκπαιδευτικοί και μαθητές αντιμετωπίζουν. Ακόμη, αυτές οι δυσκολίες θα μπορούσαν να ειδωθούν ως μέρος της μαθησιακής διαδικασίας των μαθητών/μαθητριών καθώς και της κοινωνικοποιητικής διαδικασίας των παιδιών που προέρχονται από διαφορετικά πολιτισμικά περιβάλλοντα.
Diagnosis and treatment of soft-tissue sarcomas of the extremities and trunk
Authors: Smolle Maria Anna , Andreou Dimosthenis , Tunn Per-Ulf , Szkandera Joanna , Liegl-Atzwanger Bernadette , Leithner Andreas 
Published: October 2017

The relatively low incidence and often atypical clinical presentation of soft-tissue sarcomas (STS) impedes early and adequate diagnosis. Patients may report on recently enlarged soft-tissue swellings, infrequently complain of painful lesions, or even have no symptoms at all. A thorough diagnostic work-up is essential in order to distinguish between benign soft-tissue tumours and STSs. Patient history, clinical features and radiological findings all help in assessing the underlying pathology. ‘Worrying’ features such as recent increase in size, deep location relative to the fascia, a tumour exceeding 4 cm in size, and invasive growth patterns seen on imaging should prompt verification by biopsy. Even though acquisition of biopsy material may be incomplete, one should bear in mind some essential rules. Regardless of the biopsy technique applied, the most direct route to the lump in question should be identified, contamination of adjacent structures should be avoided and a sufficient amount of tissue acquired. Treatment of STS is best planned by a multidisciplinary team, involving experts from various medical specialities. The benchmark therapy consists of en bloc resection of the tumour, covered by a safety margin of healthy tissue. Depending on tumour histology, grade, local extent and anatomical stage, radiotherapy, chemotherapy and isolated hyperthermic limb perfusion may be employed. Due to the complexity of treatment, any soft-tissue swelling suspected of malignancy is best referred directly to a sarcoma centre, where therapeutic management is carefully planned by an experienced multidisciplinary team.Cite this article: EFORT Open Rev 2017;2:421-431. DOI: 10.1302/2058-5241.2.170005
Developing the USDA ARS Spray Nozzle Models for Rotary Wing Applications
Authors: Hoffmann W Clint , Fritz Bradley   K 
Published: October 2017

Abstract. Optimizing aerial spray applications requires proper setup of the sprayer system, particularly with respect to nozzle selection and operation, which significantly affects spray deposition, product efficacy, and spray drift. Droplet size from an aerial application is a function of the combination of nozzle type, nozzle orifice size, spray pressure, orientation angle, and airspeed of the aircraft. A set of computational models for 14 commonly-used aerial application nozzles were developed and released for use by applicators. These models allow applicators to determine the droplet size characteristics associated with their specific nozzle and operational setup, determining the proper combination of orifice, pressure, orientation, and airspeeds from 22 to 54 m/s (50 to 120 mph), which are commonly-associated with applications made from rotary wing aircraft (i.e., helicopters). Both spreadsheet and smartphone user interfaces are available for applicators to use to ensure that their application conforms to the legal droplet size requirements specified on an agrochemical product label. Keywords: Aerial application, Atomization, Droplet size, Droplet size models, Spray nozzles.
The institutionalization of film exhibition in Cuba (1959–64)
Authors: Rozsa Irene 
Published: October 2017

Abstract
This article charts the gradual institutionalization of film exhibition in Cuba and the process of centralization that cemented ICAIC’s predominance in the Cuban cinematographic landscape. I examine the transformation of the notion of cine club, the creation of large-scale initiatives like the cine-debates populares (popular cinedebates), the strategic conception of regular film programming and the establishment of specialized spaces such as ICAIC’s cinemathèque. I also contextualize the frictions between various cultural groups that existed in the early post-revolutionary period. This close scrutiny of aspects of non-commercial film culture in the years 1959 to 1964 reveals that in order to thrive, ICAIC effectively suppressed, absorbed or repurposed all of the pre-revolutionary material infrastructure and institutional formations dedicated to film on the island, obtaining increasingly exclusive control over the films that were shown on public screens.
Connections and contestations: Film and media as emerging creative industries in today’s Havana
Authors: Zarza Zaira 
Published: October 2017

Abstract
The creative industries, in contradistinction to the ‘culture industries’ (Adorno and Horkheimer [1944] 2002), is a relatively young field of study distinguished by the contemporary entrepreneurial character of cultural production and consumption. Although still incipient, recent economic growth in Cuba owes a great deal to the work of young entrepreneurs in the private sector – workers in new Cuban creative industries – who are contributing to the transformation of Havana’s visual culture and altering previous modes of audio-visual consumption. New economies of film and media development have emerged since the re-establishment of relations between the Cuban and American governments. This article is a preliminary attempt to understand these nascent forms of creative businesses, their connections with government structures, their impact on Cubans’ daily lives, and the role they play in the formation of new forms of spectatorship.
Red Sea Folk Beliefs: A Maritime Spirit Landscape
Authors: Agius Dionisius A. 
Published: October 2017

Abstract
The Red Sea brings together the coastal communities and seafarers of Africa and Arabia through a variety of folk beliefs and superstitions, which manifest something of a common tradition through time and space. This article explores a conceptual framework that might be called a “spiritscape,” an amalgam of ideas and practices that embrace multiple layers of human and nonhuman relationships and interactions within the landscape and seascape of the Red Sea world.
Assessing the Correlation Between Task-induced Involvement Load, Word Learning, and Learners’ Regulatory Ability
Authors: Chenghai Qin , Feng Teng 
Published: October 2017

AbstractThe present study, using quantitative and qualitative analyses, aimed at delineating the interrelationship between the knowledge of metacognition and the regulation of metacognition, along with the role of learners’ regulatory ability in mediating the effects of task-induced involvement load on word learning. A total of 60 university EFL students were recruited to the study. They first completed a checklist on metacognition and were then assigned to complete three tasks with varying degrees of involvement load followed by a vocabulary test. Of them, 12 students also participated in an interview. The results showed that the two main components of metacognition, i.e., the knowledge and regulation of metacognition, are closely and significantly correlated. The learners, assigned to four different ability groups (LK/LR, LK/HR, HK/LR, HK/HR), were found to benefit most by engaging in a task with the highest involvement load. Despite the benefits, their regulatory ability mediated the effects of task-induced involvement load on word learning, which was corroborated by the interview results. The relevant implications for teaching and learning words through tasks are further discussed.
40 Years of Applied Linguistics: Investigating Content Areas, Research Methods, and Statistical Techniques
Authors: Khany Reza , Tazik Khalil 
Published: October 2017

AbstractThis review study was designed to map out the research trends through an intensive text analysis of 1,366 research articles (RAs) of applied linguistics during the past 40 years (from 1976 to 2015). RAs were coded and analyzed by four analysts to identify their content of research, research methods, and statistical procedures. It was found that there has been an increase in the number and the average length of articles. The average length has been on the rise from 8.09 pages in 1976-1985 to 14.38 during 2006-2015. The extensive review of the RAs also revealed a broad range of themes that belonged to 34 research domains. SLA, Technology & Language Learning, Language Teaching Methodology, Language Testing, and Psycholinguistics were the most widely researched areas. The qualitative method with 33.97% was the dominant research method in the journals. Regarding the statistical techniques, it was illustrated that descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation, ANOVA, and t-test were the most commonly used procedures in the applied linguistic RAs.
Systems of cubic forms in many variables
Authors: Rydin Myerson Simon L. 
Published: October 2017

Abstract
We consider a system of R cubic forms in n variables, with integer coefficients, which define a smooth complete intersection in projective space. Provided

n
≥

25
⁢
R

{n\geq 25R}

, we prove an asymptotic formula for the number of integer points in an expanding box at which these forms simultaneously vanish. In particular, we obtain the Hasse principle for systems of cubic forms in

25
⁢
R

{25R}

variables, previous work having required that

n
≫

R
2

{n\gg R^{2}}

. One conjectures that

n
≥

6
⁢
R

+
1

{n\geq 6R+1}

should be sufficient. We reduce the problem to an upper bound for the number of solutions to a certain auxiliary inequality. To prove this bound we adapt a method of Davenport.
How the Other Half Lives: Under the Arch with Lady Henry Somerset
Authors: Paisana Joanne 
Published: October 2017

Abstract
The reforming work of Isabella Caroline Somerset (Lady Henry Somerset 1851-1921) is largely overlooked today. Dedicated to women’s causes at home and abroad and to temperance in particular, having first-hand knowledge of the privileged and the underprivileged, this determined, multi-talented and opinionated woman uncharacteristically wrote a fictional novel, Under the Arch (1906). In the novel, London aristocrats are portrayed rubbing shoulders with slum dwellers, but there is little real connection. The problems that the social policies introduced by the Liberals from 1906-1914 would address are nevertheless highlighted. It can be no coincidence that Somerset was well acquainted with many of these politicians. The themes of relieving the poor, Christian doctrine, marriage, women’s suffrage and imperialism are addressed, although Somerset’s focus is simply on “doing good” and loving one’s neighbour
On multivalued stochastic integral equations driven by semimartingales
Authors: Malinowski Marek T. 
Published: October 2017

Abstract
We consider multivalued stochastic integral equations driven
by semimartingales.
Such equations are formulated in two different forms, i.e., using multivalued stochastic up-trajectory and trajectory integrals, which are not equivalent.
By the successive approximations method, we show the existence of a unique solution to each equation under a condition much weaker than the Lipschitz one.
We indicate that the solutions are stable under small changes of the equation data.
The results have immediate implications for solutions to single-valued stochastic integral equations driven by semimartingales.
Brain Wave Activity Differences in Task Complexity and Perspective During Imagery
Authors: Vangen Robert , Post Phillip , Simpson Duncan , Cremades Gualberto 
Published: October 2017

Abstract
The present study investigated how task complexity and imagery perspective affected brain wave activity during imagery using electroencephalography (EEG) measures. EEG recordings were collected from 21 collegiate soccer players (male n = 14, female n = 7; M age = 20.71 years, SD = 1.55) visualizing from two perspectives (internal and external) on two motor tasks (simple and complex). Results reveal no differences in alpha brainwave activity during imagery when adopting different imagery perspectives (internal and external) or when imagining a complex or simple task. Results indicate that the left hemisphere was processing more information during imagery of the simple task, as measured by greater alpha brain wave activity in the upper values (11–13 Hz) in the right hemisphere as compared to the left. Findings indicate that the main area of the brain where this activity is different is the temporal lobe (lower and upper alpha levels), which is associated with the processing of auditory information, visual recognition, comprehension and production of language (Corr, 2006). Results imply that guided imagery scripts may interfere with athletes’ imagery experiences as they appear to be devoting greater cognitive resources to processing audio information.
Ein Diskurs zur Übersetzbarkeit der lyrischen Dichtung im Hinblick auf Rückerts Idee der Weltliteratur
Authors: Haddadi Mohammad Hossein 
Published: October 2017

Abstract
There are many strategies and methods for translating texts of various genres. There are also strategies that are particularly useful for the translation of scientific Texts. When it comes to the translation of literary texts however there are plenty of thoughts, strategies, and methods that are proposed and which provoke a huge disagreement in this area. There is, particularly, a disagreement with regard to the translation of lyric poetry. Many critics and translation theorists agree that in the translation of lyric poetry (and generally in translation of literature texts) one should transfer, on the one hand, the style and the creative power of the author of the source language to the target language and, on the other hand, should meet the expectations of readers of the target language. They differ however over which strategy or method should be used in order to achieve this goal. When considering the translation of literature texts, and particularly the translation of lyric poetry, the spirit of the author and all existent relationships between form and contents should be transferred in the translation, since they have a close relationship with the spirit of the source language and thought of the author. The possibility of achieving this is however somewhat dubious because of the basic structural differences between the source language and the target language; and also because of those differences that may be between the content of the two mentioned languages. The following paper is based on the explanation of Rueckert’s idea of “world literature”, which is related to his thought about the transfer of the spirit of literature of the source language and the transfer of both form and contents. The paper seeks to answers this question: regarding the differences in the relationships of form and contents between the source language, Persian, and the German language, how can the spirit and content of Hafiz' lyrics be best transferred to the target language. It examines the structural and content differences between the Persian and German Languages and it illustrates the strategies and methods Rueckert uses to transfer the spirit and content of the poems of Hafiz to the German language.
Inverse Problems for Parabolic Equation with Discontinuous Coefficients
Authors: Dinakar V. , Balan N. Barani , Balachandran K. 
Published: October 2017

Abstract
We consider the reaction-diffusion equation with discontinuities in the diffusion coefficient and the potential term. We start by deriving the Carleman estimate for the discontinuous reaction-diffusion operator which is deployed in the inverse problems of finding the stability result of the two discontinuous coefficients from the internal observations of the given parabolic equation.