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The transnational anglophone African short story: From resistance literature to prize culture
Authors: Hodapp James 
Published: August 2016

Abstract
The father of African literature, Chinua Achebe, begins his introduction to The Anchor Book of Modern African Short Stories with ‘Literary Historians tell us that the English novel preceded the short story by a hundred years or thereabouts. In modern African literature events happened differently. The short story came first ...’. Despite its central role in the development of African literature as evidenced by early collections by Africa’s most prominent writers, the inclusion of African short fiction in seminal journals such as Black Orpheus and Transition, as well as its continued deployment today by many of Africa’s most prominent writers, such as Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and Helon Habila, critical attention in the fields of African literature, postcolonial literature and world literature to the African short story has been minimal. As Ernest Emenyonu points out in a special edition of African Literature Today, ‘National and international conferences and colloquiums continue to be held in Africa and elsewhere to address the issues and challenges associated with the novel, poetry and drama in African literature, with virtually no attention paid to the short story’. This article seeks to address this oversight by briefly examining the history of the African short story as central to the development of African literature and explaining its continued resonance. By tracking the trajectory of the short story in Africa through its multiple phases, this article addresses the oversight pointed out by Emenyonu and articulates a methodology for considering the African short story in a transnational context, particularly in light of the re-emerging field of world literature.
Algérie: Libération nationale et construction de la nation
Authors: Lévy Catherine 
Published: August 2016

Abstract
This article aims to show that the illusion that independence had been won following the war of national liberation in Algeria did not give the newly decolonized population the opportunity to grasp the reality of the economic and social situation into which they had been plunged and even less, that of the political situation. The army had never given up power and seized it openly as soon as it was possible, for the promises which had been expressed through slogans could not be kept. The country was ravaged by war. In the countryside, the villages were destroyed and farm animals had been lost in fires, along with fields and forests. On the other hand, in the regions dominated by colonial settlers, such as the Mitidja plain, or the high plateaux of the south west controlled by wealthy Algerians, there was relatively little damage and life continued much as before. There was no equality between the various types of farmers – whether they were members of management committees, inhabitants of destroyed villages who now found themselves landless, wage labourers, or on farms taken over by the army. There were several occasions when optimism flourished, such as the Congress of agricultural workers (1964) or the women’s demonstration of 8 March 1965. However, these remained isolated and with no long term effect.
‘Power has a penis’: Cost reduction, social exchange and sexism in metal – reviewing the work of Sonia Vasan
Authors: Hill Rosemary Lucy 
Published: August 2016

Abstract
In this short article I review Sonia Vasan’s contribution to understandings of women’s negotiations of sexism within death metal. Women’s experiences and identities as metal fans has been a growing area of interest amongst metal scholars, and Vasan’s work makes a very useful contribution to this field. Her work on group behaviour from a social psychology perspective brings new insights about how the death metal scene remains fairly static in its male dominance.
Methodological strategies and challenges in research with small heavy metal scenes: A reflection on entrance, evolution and permanence
Authors: Varas-Díaz Nelson , Mendoza Sigrid , Rivera-Segarra Eliut , González-Sepúlveda Osvaldo 
Published: August 2016

Abstract
Research on small heavy metal (HM) scenes throughout the world has mostly used ethnographic and qualitative approaches to richly describe the scene and its members. As these research efforts continue to grow around the world, methodological strategies have the opportunity to become more pluralistic and tailored to particular settings. In this article, we highlight and discuss the methodological strategies implemented by our team when engaging in research with small HM scenes in the Caribbean region and discuss the benefits and challenges of such an approach. We discuss the implementation of a mixed-methods design using ethnographic observation, qualitative interviews, surveys and documentary film-making as techniques for data gathering and sharing. We discuss this process through three stages: (1) entrance (implications for the initial incursion within these small scenes); (2) evolution (the expansion of research possibilities once communal involvement is achieved); and (3) permanence (giving back to the community via systematic sharing of study results). As research with small scenes throughout the world continues to expand, we understand that scholars will benefit from frequent discussions on the methodological components of their studies. We propose that this discussion should not aim to establish a static set of rules on how to engage in research in these scenarios but, on the contrary, foster the development of living guidelines that can be modified as research ventures expand throughout the world.
Five djentlemen and a girl walk into a metal bar: Thoughts on a ‘metal after metal’ metal studies
Authors: Fellezs Kevin 
Published: August 2016

Abstract
As a nascent academic field of study, it is an optimal time for metal music scholars to fashion a metal (music) studies focused on (heavy) metal’s status and development as genre, as tradition, as culture – in other words, as subject/object of broad scholarly enquiry – that productively resists orthodoxies not only by maintaining metal scholarship’s current multidisciplinarity, which I applaud, but also by expanding the notion of ‘metal musician’ and ‘metal music culture’. The first idea is a relatively noncontroversial position to assume; however, I want to push on the second idea through a discussion of two performances of the composition, ‘Aviator’, which demonstrate some of the limits within current metal studies. Before turning to ‘Aviator’, however, I will take some time to outline the broader discussion within metal studies around the issue of academic legitimation.
Metal militia behind the Iron Curtain: Scene formation in 1980s East Germany
Authors: Zaddach Wolf-Georg 
Published: August 2016

Abstract
The article offers results from a three-year Ph.D. research about the East German metal scene in the 1980s. Due to the political circumstances of a divided Germany, two separate German metal scenes arose. In focus will be aspects of politics and cultural transfer and flow as well as practices of the metal scene in socialist East Germany. The socialist state understood metal as a threatening western youth culture, though it quickly became one of the most popular youth cultures during the 1980s. The article explains how the scene developed partly unofficial and illegal ways of scene formation with domestic gigging bands, supra-regional trade-off networks and correspondence system, prospering black markets, and DIY practices. Therefore, the article further points out to the ambiguity of the 1980s East German socialism with the argument that simple concepts of confrontation and conflict between the state and youth culture are too simplistic.
Let there be rock: ‘Western’ heavy metal in Soviet press and public opinion during the Soviet Union’s final decade
Authors: Faust Boris Von 
Published: August 2016

Abstract
In recent years, heavy metal music and its fans have received heightened consideration from the academic community, not only from a cultural perspective but also from a social, psychological and cultural standpoint; yet metal’s role as a valid political force remains largely overlooked by academics and critics alike. As a counter-cultural movement, heavy metal was instrumental in altering the political world-view of an entire generation of Eastern European youngsters during the final decades of the Cold War, which reflected in the younger generation’s resistance to the domination of Communist ideology. As a first-hand witness and participant of these cultural, political and social transformations, I chose to explore the role of metal counter-culture’s depiction in – and its interaction with – the Soviet press during the final decade of the USSR’s existence, in an attempt to highlight the evolution of metal’s underground status behind the Iron Curtain.
(Mis)representation of Burmese metal music in the western media
Authors: Maclachlan Heather 
Published: August 2016

Abstract
Heavy metal music is performed in Burma (also known as Myanmar) by two distinct groups of musicians: generalists, who are part of the mainstream music industry, and underground bands, who differentiate themselves from the mainstream industry in a number of ways. Importantly, the underground performers insist on presenting nothing but their own original songs. Western-educated journalists have recently published a number of articles about these underground bands, equating their original creations with resistance against the military junta that controlled Burma for the past half-century. The author argues that the metanarrative revealed in such media reports does not accord with the nuanced reality on the ground in Burma. Resistance is not the sole province of underground musicians, and underground bands have a number of different priorities.
Semi-Slant Submersions from Almost Product Riemannian Manifolds
Authors: Gündüzalp Yılmaz 
Published: August 2016

AbstractIn this paper, we introduce semi-slant submersions from almost product Riemannian manifolds onto Riemannian manifolds. We give some examples, investigate the geometry of foliations which are arisen from the definition of a Riemannian submersion. We also find necessary and sufficient conditions for a semi-slant submersion to be totally geodesic.
Anti-synchronization of fractional order chaotic and hyperchaotic systems with fully unknown parameters using modified adaptive control
Authors: Al-Sawalha M. Mossa , Al-Sawalha Ayman 
Published: August 2016

AbstractThe objective of this article is to implement and extend applications of adaptive control to anti-synchronize different fractional order chaotic and hyperchaotic dynamical systems. The sufficient conditions for achieving anti–synchronization are derived by using the Lyapunov stability theory and an analytic expression of the controller with its adaptive laws of parameters is shown. Theoretical analysis and numerical simulations are shown to verify the results.
Experimental Evaluation of Mechanical Properties of Friction Welded Dissimilar Steels under Varying Axial Pressures
Authors: Handa Amit , Chawla Vikas 
Published: August 2016

Abstract
The present study emphasizes on joints two industrially important materials AISI 304 with AISI 1021steels, produced by friction welding have been investigated. Samples were welded under different axial pressures ranging from 75MPa to 135MPa, at constant speed of 920rpm. The tensile strength, torsional strength, impact strength and micro hardness values of the weldments were determined and evaluated. Simultaneously the fractrography of the tensile tested specimens were carried out, so as to understand the failure analysis. It was observed that improved mechanical properties were noticed at higher axial pressures. Ductile failures of weldments were also observed at 120MPa and 135MPa axial pressures during fractography analysis.
Serum C-reactive protein, fibrinogen and D-dimer in patients with progressive cerebral infarction
Authors: Zang Ruo-shi , Zhang Hong , Xu Yan , Zhang Sheng-ming , Liu Xi , Wang Jing , Gao Yong-zhe , Shu Min , Mei Bin , Li Hua-gang 
Published: August 2016

Abstract

Objective
Progressive cerebral infarctions increase mortality and functional disability through mechanisms which have yet to be completely understood. The goal of this study was to explore the dynamic changes of serum C-reactive protein (CRP), fibrinogen (FIB) and D-dimer (D-D) in order to better characterize progressive cerebral infarction.

Methods
The amount of serum CRP, FIB and D-D was measured in 82 patients with progressive cerebral infarction by taking samples from the internal carotid artery (progressive group), and in 186 patients with non-progressive cerebral infarction (non-progressive group) by using an automatic biochemical analyzer during the next day (day 1), day 3, day 7, and day 14 after being admitted to hospital. Carotid vascular ultrasound and neurological deficit score (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale, NIHSS) were also recorded.

Results
Carotid stenosis ratio was significantly higher in the progressive group than in the non-progressive group (P < 0.01) on admission. In the progressive group, CRP increased significantly on day 3, followed by a decline on day 7 and day 14, but was significantly higher than those in the non-progressive group (P < 0.01). The levels of FIB and D-D increased in the progressive group more than those in the non-progressive group on day 3, day 7, and day 14 (P < 0.01). The progressive group patients’ NIHSS score gradually increased after admission, which was opposite to the non-progressive group patients whom followed a downward trend. The difference between these two groups was significant (P < 0.01).

Conclusion
Observing changes of CRP, FIB and D-D may contribute to early identification and timely treatment of progressing ischemic strokes.
Effect of Caffeine on Perceived Soreness and Functionality Following an Endurance Cycling Event
Authors: Caldwell Aaron R. , Tucker Matthew A. , Butts Cory L. , McDermott Brendon P. , Vingren Jakob L. , Kunces Laura J. , Lee Elaine C. , Munoz Colleen X. , Williamson Keith H. , Armstrong Lawrence E. , Ganio Matthew S. 
Published: August 2016

Abstract
Caldwell, AR, Tucker, MA, Butts, CL, McDermott, BP, Vingren, JL, Kunces, LJ, Lee, EC, Munoz, CX, Williamson, KH, Armstrong, LE, and Ganio, MS. Effect of caffeine on perceived soreness and functionality following an endurance cycling event. J Strength Cond Res 31(3): 638–643, 2017—Caffeine can reduce muscle pain during exercise; however, the efficacy of caffeine in improving muscle soreness and recovery from a demanding long-duration exercise bout has not been established. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of caffeine intake on ratings of perceived muscle soreness (RPMS) and perceived lower extremity functionality (LEF) following the completion of a 164-km endurance cycling event. Before and after cycling RPMS (1-to-6; 6 = severe soreness) and LEF (0-to-80; 80 = full functionality) were assessed by questionnaires. Subjects ingested 3 mg/kg body mass of caffeine or placebo pills in a randomized, double-blind fashion immediately after the ride and for the next 4 mornings (i.e., ∼800 hours) and 3 afternoons (i.e., ∼1200 hours). Before each ingestion, RPMS and LEF were assessed. Afternoon ratings of LEF were greater with caffeine ingestion the first day postride (65.0 ± 6.1 vs. 72.3 ± 6.7; for placebo and caffeine, respectively; p = 0.04), but at no other time points (p > 0.05). The caffeine group tended to have lower overall RPMS in the afternoon versus placebo (i.e., main effect of group; 1.1 ± 0.2 vs. 0.5 ± 0.2; p = 0.09). Afternoon RPMS for the legs was significantly lower in the caffeine group (main effect of caffeine; 1.3 ± 0.2 vs. 0.5 ± 0.3; p = 0.05). In conclusion, ingesting caffeine improved RPMS for the legs, but not LEF in the days following an endurance cycling event. Athletes may benefit from ingesting caffeine in the days following an arduous exercise bout to relieve feelings of soreness and reduced functionality.
KONUT PAZARLAMASINDA MÜŞTERİ MEMNUNİYETİNİN ÖLÇÜLMESİ: SAFRANBOLU ÖRNEĞİ
Authors: Özgüner Kılıç Hicran , Özer Hüseyin Alper 
Published: August 2016

Küreselleşme süreci ile birlikte bütün sektörlerde rekabetin yoğun yaşandığı bu dönemde işletmeler için mevcut müşterilerin elde tutulması yeni müşterinin elde edilmesinden daha önemli hale gelmiştir. Bu nedenle müşteri memnuniyetinin belirlenmesi işletmelerin öncelik verdiği konuların başında gelmektedir. Müşteri memnuniyeti, mal ve hizmet üreten işletmelerin yanı sıra konut üreten kişi ya da işletmelerin de üzerinde durdukları önemli konulardan biridir. İlgili yazında önemli bir yer tutan müşteri memnuniyeti konusunda çok sayıda çalışma yapılmasına rağmen konut pazarlaması alanında yapılan çalışmaların yok denecek kadar az olması çalışmanın hazırlanmasında en büyük etken olmuştur. Bu bağlamda çalışma; Safranbolu’da gün geçtikçe artan konut ve konut üreticilerinin hangi düzeyde müşteri memnuniyeti oluşturduklarını tespit etmek amacıyla gerçekleştirilmiştir. Araştırma, konut müşterilerinin memnuniyet düzeylerini belirlemek amacıyla Safranbolu’da konut satın alan kişilere yüz yüze anket yöntemi kullanılarak yapılmış olup 247 kullanılabilir anket elde edilmiştir. Elde edilen sonuçlar değerlendirildiğinde; katılımcıların, genel olarak satın aldıkları konuttan elde ettikleri memnuniyetin orta düzeyde olduğu görülmektedir.
KURUMSAL YÖNETİM ENDEKSİ KAPSAMINDAKİ İŞLETMELERİN FİNANSAL PERFORMANS ANALİZİ
Authors: Temizel Fatih , Doğan Hamza , Bayçelebi Berfu Ece 
Published: August 2016

Payları Borsa İstanbul’da işlem gören işletmelere Sermaye Piyasası Kurulu (SPK)’nun ilgili tebliğine göre bağımsız derecelendirme kurumlarınca verilen Kurumsal Yönetim İlkelerine Uyum Notu kurumsal yönetim konusunda en başarılı 50 işletmenin belirlenmesini sağlamaktadır. Bu açıdan en başarılı 50 işletme ise fiyat ve getiri analizlerinde yardımcı göstergeler edinmek amacı ile Borsa İstanbul Kurumsal Yönetim Endeksi’ne dâhil edilmektedir. Bu çalışmada Kurumsal Yönetim Endeksi’nde bulunan 50 işletme arasından finans sektörü dışında kalan 34 işletmenin finansal performans sıralaması TOPSIS (Technique for Order Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution) yöntemi ile elde edilmiştir. TOPSIS yöntemi işletmelere ait 10 adet finansal orana dayalı olarak kullanılmıştır. 2011-2015 yıllarını kapsayan 5 yıl için performans sıralamaları elde edilip yıllar arası sıralama değişimleri incelenmiştir. Son olarak 5 yıllık ortalama performans sıralaması hesaplanarak endeksteki işletmelerin son 5 yıl içerisindeki finansal performans dereceleri ortaya konulmuştur.
Preventing Obesity and Eating Disorders in Adolescents
Authors: Golden Neville H. , Schneider Marcie , Wood Christine ,   COMMITTEE ON NUTRITION,   COMMITTEE ON ADOLESCENCE,   SECTION ON OBESITY, Daniels Stephen , Abrams Steven , Corkins Mark , de Ferranti Sarah , Magge Sheela N. , Schwarzenberg Sarah , Braverman Paula K. , Adelman William , Alderman Elizabeth M. , Breuner Cora C. , Levine David A. , Marcell Arik V. , O’Brien Rebecca , Pont Stephen , Bolling Christopher , Cook Stephen , Liu Lenna , Schwartz Robert , Slusser Wendelin 
Published: August 2016

This Clinical Report was reaffirmed June 2022.
Obesity and eating disorders (EDs) are both prevalent in adolescents. There are concerns that obesity prevention efforts may lead to the development of an ED. Most adolescents who develop an ED did not have obesity previously, but some teenagers, in an attempt to lose weight, may develop an ED. This clinical report addresses the interaction between obesity prevention and EDs in teenagers, provides the pediatrician with evidence-informed tools to identify behaviors that predispose to both obesity and EDs, and provides guidance about obesity and ED prevention messages. The focus should be on a healthy lifestyle rather than on weight. Evidence suggests that obesity prevention and treatment, if conducted correctly, do not predispose to EDs.
Signs and Symptoms in the Temporomandibular Joint of Geriatric Patients with Arthritis, Before and After Physiotherapy
Authors: Mendiburu DDS, MSc, PhD Celia , Peñalosa DDS, MSc, PhD Ricardo , Mendiburu MD Josué , Cárdenas DDS, MSc Rubén , Cortés DDS, MSc David , Cervera DDS José 
Published: August 2016

The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) may be affected in patients with rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, especially in elderly and senile adult patients. The objective of this study was to evaluate the signs and / or symptoms of TMJ in elderly subjects retired from a medical institution in Merida, Yucatan, Mexico, previously diagnosed with arthritis, the onset of physical therapy and one month after applying it. July-August 2015. A longitudinal, comparative and analytical study was conducted in 25 subjects ages 60 and older, both sex: men and women. The subjects who agreed to participated signed voluntary consent letter. Also, a medical research card was made, which consisted of: 1) demographic and medical data; 2) a directed interview based on Rodriguez-Osores and modified by Mendiburu-Zavala in 2015 that included 33 dichotomous questions related to signs and / or symptoms of TMJ disorders; 3) the clinical examination was carried out carefully; 4) Finally, a manual prepared by Mendiburu-Zavala exercise based on Rocabado-Seaton and Lawson´s manual. The exercises for relaxation of the jaw and face, posture and managing TMJ noises were taught and explained individually, offering to teach them the times they needed to exercise at home. The questionnaire and clinical examination was applied a month later. The McNemar test was used. It was considered significant if P <0.05. A 28 % of the studied subject were men and 72 % women, with an average age of 65.4 ± 4.8, with a 44 % with osteoarthritis and a 56 % with rheumatoid arthritis. The effect of physiotherapy per month being applied, had a significantly favorable responses of " NO" for variables : blocked, jammed or dislocated jaw (P = 0.0156); Crackles ( P = 0.0195 ) and Snap ( P = 0.0001 ). The application of physiotherapy in this age group with arthritis was favorable.