bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Toward thick legitimacy: Creating a web of legitimacy for agroecology
Authors: Montenegro de Wit Maywa , Iles Alastair 
Published: July 2016

AbstractLegitimacy is at the heart of knowledge politics surrounding agriculture and food. When people accept industrial food practices as credible and authoritative, they are consenting to their use and existence. With their thick legitimacy, industrial food systems paralyze the growth of alternative agricultures, including agroecology. Questions of how alternative agricultures can attain their own thick legitimacy in order to compete with, and displace, that of industrial food have not yet attracted much scrutiny. We show that both agroecological and scientific legitimacy grow out of a web of legitimation processes in the scientific, policy, political, legal, practice, and civic arenas. Crucially, legitimation often comes through meeting what we call ‘credibility tests’. Agroecologists can learn to navigate these co-constituted, multiple bases of legitimacy by paying attention to how credibility tests are currently being set in each arena, and beginning to recalibrate these tests to open more room for agroecology. Using a schematic of three non-exclusive pathways, we explore some possible practical interventions that agroecologists and other advocates of alternative agricultures could take. These pathways include: leveraging, while also reshaping, the existing standards and practices of science; extending influence into policy, legal, practical, and civic arenas; and centering attention on the ethical legitimacy of food systems. We conclude that agroecologists can benefit from considering how to build legitimacy for their work.
Advancement of Wnt signal pathway and the target of breast cancer
Authors: Liang Quan , Li Wei , Zhao Zhanchao , Fu Qiang 
Published: July 2016

AbstractWnt/β-catenin signaling has been proved to play an important role in the development and promotion of cancer metastasis. The activation of Wnt signals can lead to duplicating, updating, metastasizing and relapsing. The Wnt signaling pathway is mainly divided into the Wnt/β-catenin pathway and the Wnt/calcium pathway. A better understanding of all the diverse functions of Wnt and their molecular mechanisms has evoked prevailing interest in identifying additional targets related to the Wnt /β-catenin pathways in breast cancer. A number of new target, related to Wnt /β-catenin pathways have been identified in recent years, including NOP14, BKCa channels, Emilin2, WISP, MicroRNAs, NRBP1, TRAF4, and Wntless. In this review, we will introduce the new targets related to the Wnt /β-catenin pathways in breast cancer.
Fluorescence-enhanced optical sensor for detection of Al3+ in water based on functionalised nanoporous silica type SBA-15
Authors: Karimi Mehdi , Badieia Alireza , Ziarani Ghodsi Mohammadi 
Published: July 2016

AbstractAn organic–inorganic hybrid optical sensor (PQ-SBA-15) was designed and prepared through functionalisation of the SBA-15 surface with 3-piperazinepropyltriethoxysilane followed by covalently attaching 8-hydroxyquinoline. Characterisation techniques, including FT-IR, thermal gravimetric, N
Identification of selective oxidation of TiC/SiC composite with X-ray diffraction and Raman spectroscopy
Authors: Banu Nicoleta Doriana , Banu Ionut , Katsiotis Marios S. , Tharalekshmy Anjana , Stephen Samuel , Whelan Jamie , Luckachan Gisha Elizabeth , Vladea Radu , Alhassan Saeed M. 
Published: July 2016

AbstractOpen cell 3D titanium carbide/silicon carbide (TiC/SiC) composite was oxidised to titanium oxide/silicon carbide (TiO
Production and characterization of surfactant-stable fungal keratinase from Gibberella intermedia CA3-1 with application potential in detergent industry
Authors: Zhang Rong-Xian , Gong Jin-Song , Dou Wen-Fang , Zhang Dan-Dan , Zhang Yu-Xia , Li Heng , Lu Zhen-Ming , Shi Jin-Song , Xu Zheng-Hong 
Published: July 2016

AbstractSurfactant-stable keratinases with good properties are promising candidates for extensive applications in detergent industries. A novel fungal keratinase-producing strain,
Androgenic response of Capsicum interspecific hybrids and capsaicinoid characteristics of DH lines
Authors: Nowaczyk Lubosława , Banach-Szott Magdalena , Olszewska Dorota , Nowaczyk Paweł 
Published: July 2016

Summary
In the research on induced androgenesis, eight groups of plants, the progeny of interspecific hybrid of Capsicum frutescens L. x C. annuum L., were used. Half of them were standard hard-flesh forms, while the others have represented SS or Ss genotype conditioning the soft flesh of ripe fruit. Anthers from the plants of six groups produced mixoploid callus and the DNA content ranged from 1C to 16C. Three groups formed embryos which converted into plants. The total number of regenerants was 19, included both androgenic haploids (13) and diploids (6). The results did not allow to present the simple relationship between the physiological feature of soft-flesh and the effectiveness of androgenesis. Pungent, soft-flesh genotypes appeared as a poor responsive in anther culture. The R2 and R3 generation of two soft-flesh diploids, evaluated in two-year experiments, showed full phenotypic uniformity, proofing the androgenic origin of diploids. These DH lines were different with regard to capsaicinoid profiles. The content of capsaicinoids ranged from 0.056 to 2.170 and from 0.019 to 1.610 g*kg-1 for capsaicin and dihydrocapsaicin, respectively. The highest concentration of the compounds was observed in the placenta. Although the androgenic effectiveness was not fully satisfactory, the doubled haploid technology can be used for the rapid genetic stabilization of soft-flesh Capsicum spp. recombinants and the special attention should be paid to the spontaneous androdiploids.
Tidal earth crust deformation measurements
Authors: Dontsov Denis , Pöschel Wolfgang , Schott Walter , Kukowski Nina , Jahr Thomas , Schindler Peter 
Published: July 2016

Abstract
This paper presents an application of the fiber coupled homodyne interferometers for the
tide caused earth crust deformation measurements. Deformation of the earth crust mainly
results from the tidal forces of sun and moon acting on the Earth, but also comes from
seismic wave propagation or regional and local sources. The devices used for monitoring of
such processes called strainmeters. The Geodynamic Observatory Moxa in Thuringia/Germany
records and compares over the years the values gained by different stainmeters. The first
laser interferometer was installed in the observatory in 2002. The new laser interferometer
based setup, presented in this paper, allows direct monitoring of north-south and east-west
components of the earth deformation in the range of 1–2 μm at measuring distances of 26 m.
Measurement uncertainty consideration in the case of precision length measurement applications
Authors: Manske Eberhard , Fröhlich Thomas , Füßl Roland 
Published: July 2016

Abstract
The requirements on the precision lengths measurement rises due to the rapid technical development, in particular of
nanotechnologies and precision optics. According to the roadmap “Dimensional metrology for micro- and
nanotechnologies” of the European National Metrology Institutes
EURAMET: Science and Technology Roadmaps for
Metrology,
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in the next few years “traceable 2D (3D) metrology at (sub)-nm accuracy over several
100 mm range” will be required. Circumstantial measurement
uncertainty considerations can supply a crucial contribution to realize these ambitious requirements.
Mehrkomponenten-Kraft- und -Drehmomentsensor nach dem Prinzip der elektromagnetischen Kompensation
Authors: Schleichert Jan , Rahneberg Ilko , Hilbrunner Falko , Fröhlich Thomas 
Published: July 2016

Zusammenfassung
In vielen Anwendungen wie beispielsweise der Strömungsmesstechnik, in der Robotik oder der zerstörungsfreien Werkstoffprüfung werden
hochauflösende Mehrkomponentenmessysteme für Kraft und Drehmoment benötigt. Eine Vielzahl der in der Literatur vorgestellten Sensoren
basiert auf Messungen der Verformung oder davon abgeleiteter Größen wie Spannung oder Dehnung. Diese Größen können mit verschiedenen
Wandlern in elektrische Signale überführt werden. Im Folgenden wird ein neuartiger Sechsachs-Kraft-/Momentensensor vorgestellt,
welcher auf dem Prinzip der elektromagnetischen Kompensation von Kraft und Drehmoment beruht. Das dargestellte System ist für
± 7 N und ± 0.35 N m ausgelegt, wobei das Messprinzip auch auf andere Messbereiche übertragbar
ist. Durch das hier vorgestellte Messprinzip, welches ohne mechanische Deformationselemente auskommt, können gleichzeitig eine hohe
Messauflösung und eine hohe Überlastsicherheit gewährleistet werden. Zusätzlich werden die Kräfte und Drehmomente ohne Verschiebungen
und Verdrehungen der Krafteinleitungsstelle gemessen, was in vielen Anwendungen vorteilhaft ist. Nach einer Einführung in das
Funktionsprinzip werden die Komponenten des Systems vorgestellt und deren messtechnische Parameter anhand
von Messergebnissen diskutiert. Des Weiteren wird die Anwendbarkeit des Systems für statische und dynamische Messaufgaben untersucht.
Relationships Between Concentric and Eccentric Strength and Countermovement Jump Performance in Resistance Trained Men
Authors: Bridgeman Lee A. , McGuigan Michael R. , Gill Nicholas D. , Dulson Deborah K. 
Published: July 2016

Abstract
Bridgeman, LA, McGuigan, MR, Gill, ND, and Dulson, DK. Relationships between concentric and eccentric strength and countermovement jump performance in resistance trained men. J Strength Cond Res 32(1): 255–260, 2018—The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationships between concentric and eccentric peak force (PF) and countermovement jump (CMJ) performance in resistance trained men. Subjects were 12 men (mean ± SD; age: 25.4 ± 3.5 years; height: 177.2 ± 4.5 cm; mass: 84.0 ± 10.1 kg). The men were tested for concentric and eccentric PF using the Exerbotics squat device. Subjects then completed 3 CMJs to allow for the calculation of peak power (PP), peak ground reaction force, and jump height (JH). Correlations between the variables of interest were calculated using Pearson product-moment correlation coefficients. A large relationship was found between absolute concentric PF and absolute CMJ PP (r = 0.66, p ≤ 0.05). Absolute eccentric PF had a very large relationship with absolute CMJ PP and CMJ JH (r = 0.74, p < 0.01 and r = 0.74, p < 0.001, respectively). In addition, absolute eccentric PF was found to have a moderate relationship with relative CMJ PP (r = 0.58, p ≤ 0.05). Relative eccentric PF was had a very large relationship with relative CMJ PP and CMJ JH (r = 0.73, p < 0.001 and r = 0.79, p < 0.001, respectively). Based on these findings, strength and conditioning coaches and athletes who wish to enhance CMJ performance may wish to include exercises, which enhance lower-body eccentric strength within their training.
Avaliação do Cumprimento dos Critérios Técnicos, Contidos na NBR-10157/87, no Aterro da Cidade de Anápolis/GO com a Utilização de Geotecnologias
Authors: De Brito Alessandro Alves , Macedo Marina Alberti , Nunes Filhos Onaldo José , De Oliveira Anna Luiza Garção , Pasqualetto Antônio 
Published: July 2016

Resumo: este artigo apresenta o nível de atendimento à NBR-10.157/87, na implantação do Aterro Sanitário da cidade de Anápolis-GO. Utilizou-se ferramentasde geotecnologia para modelamento, agrupamento e disposição de dados objetivando a tomada de decisão quanto à aplicação à norma pertinente. Com base nos resultados obtidos pôde-se concluir que a maioria dos itens dispostos na normaforam atendidos, com exceção a três itens: 1) Proximidade a núcleos residenciaisurbanos; 2) Distância para lençol freático; 3) Extensão da bacia de drenagem.Estes itens não puderam ser avaliados pela ausência de dados.Palavras-chave: Resíduos Sólidos Urbanos. Geotecnologias. Aterro Sanitário.
Hypertension and Migraine in the Northern Manhattan Study
Authors: Gardener Hannah , Monteith Teshamae , Rundek Tatjana , Wright Clinton B. , Elkind Mitchell S.V. , Sacco Ralph L. 
Published: July 2016

<p><strong>Objective: </strong>To investigate the association between migraine and hypertension in the Northern Manhattan Study (NOMAS), a multiethnic community-based sample. <strong></strong></p><p><strong>Design: </strong>Cross-sectional cohort study. </p><p><strong>Participants:</strong>1338 NOMAS participants (mean age 68.1±9.6 years, 37% male, 15% non-Hispanic White, 19% non-Hispanic Black, 67% Hispanic). </p><p><strong>Setting: </strong>Northern Manhattan community. <strong></strong></p><p><strong>Intervention: </strong>Participants were assessed for migraine symptoms using a self-report questionnaire based on criteria from the International Classification of Headache Disorders. Hypertension was defined as blood pressure ≥140/90 mm Hg, the patient’s self-reported hypertension, or use of anti-hypertensive medications. Duration (≤9 years vs &gt;9 years) and control (BP&lt;140/90) of hypertension were examined. We estimated the association between hypertension and migraine (overall and with/without aura) using logistic regression, adjusting for sociodemographic and vascular risk factors. </p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The majority of participants (80%) had no migraine, 6% had migraine with aura, and 15% had migraine without aura. Hypertension was present in 76% of the study population (7% had controlled hypertension ≤9 years duration, 5% controlled hypertension &gt;9 years duration, 41% uncontrolled hypertension ≤9 years duration, 23% uncontrolled hypertension &gt;9 years duration). Hypertension was associated with migraine (OR: 1.76, 95% CI: 1.21-2.54), both with and without aura. This association was particularly apparent for those with uncontrolled and long duration hypertension. </p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Hypertension, particularly uncontrolled and of long duration, is associated with migraine, both with and without aura, in a predominantly Hispanic community-based cohort. <em>Ethn Dis. </em>2016;26(3):323-330; doi:10.18865/ed.26.3.323 </p>
Heart Failure Hospitalization by Race/Ethnicity, Gender and Age in California: Implications for Prevention
Authors: Husaini Baqar A. , Levine Robert S. , Norris Keith C. , Cain Van , Bazargan Mohsen , Moonis Majaz 
Published: July 2016

<p><strong>Objective: </strong>We examined variation in rates of hospitalization, risk factors, and costs by race/ethnicity, gender and age among heart failure (HF) patients. <strong></strong></p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>We analyzed California hospital discharge data for patients in 2007 (n=58,544) and 2010 (n=57,219) with a primary diagnosis of HF (ICD-9 codes: 402, 404, 428). HF cases included African Americans (Blacks; 14%), Hispanic/Latinos (21%), and non-Hispanic Whites (65%). Age-adjusted prevalence rates per 100,000 US population were computed per CDC methodology. <strong></strong></p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Four major trends emerged: 1) Overall HF rates declined by 7.7% from 284.7 in 2007 to 262.8 in 2010; despite the decline, the rates for males and Blacks remained higher compared with others in both years; 2) while rates for Blacks (aged ≤54) were 6 times higher compared with same age Whites, rates for Hispanics were higher than Whites in the middle age category; 3) risk factors for HF included hypertension, chronic heart disease, chronic kidney disease, atrial fibrillation, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease; and 4) submitted hospitalization costs were higher for males, Blacks, and younger patients compared with other groups. <strong></strong></p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Health inequality in HF persists as hospitalization rates for Blacks remain higher compared with Whites and Hispanics. These findings reinforce the need to determine whether increased access to providers, or implementing proven hypertension and diabetes preventive programs among minorities might reduce subsequent hospitalization for HF in these populations. <em>Ethn Dis. </em>2016;26(3):345-354; doi:10.18865/ed.26.3.345 </p>
Capacity-Building for Career Paths in Public Health and Biomedical Research for Undergraduate Minority Students: A Jackson Heart Study Success Model
Authors: White Wendy Brown , Srinivasan Asoka , Nelson Cheryl , Fahmy Nimr , Henderson Frances 
Published: July 2016

<p><strong>Objective: </strong>This article chronicles the building of individual student capacity as well as faculty and institutional capacity, within the context of a population-based, longitudinal study of African Americans and cardiovascular disease. The purpose of this article is to present preliminary data documenting the results of this approach. <strong></strong></p><p><strong>Design: </strong>The JHS Scholars program is designed, under the organizational structure of the Natural Sciences Division at Tougaloo College, to provide solid preparation in quantitative skills through: good preparation in mathematics and the sciences; a high level of reading comprehension; hands-on learning experiences; and mentoring and counseling to sustain the motivation of the students to pursue further studies. </p><p><strong>Setting: </strong>This program is on the campus of a private Historically Black College in Mississippi. <strong></strong></p><p><strong>Participants: </strong>The participants in the program are undergraduate students. <strong></strong></p><p><strong>Main Outcome Measures: </strong>Data, which included information on major area of study, institution attended, degrees earned and position in the workforce, were analyzed using STATA 14. <strong></strong></p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Of 167 scholars, 46 are currently enrolled, while 118 have graduated. One half have completed graduate or professional programs, including; medicine, public health, pharmacy, nursing, and biomedical science; approximately one-fourth (25.4 %) are enrolled in graduate or professional programs; and nearly one tenth (9.3%) completed graduate degrees in law, education, business or English. </p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>These data could assist other institutions in understanding the career development process that helps underrepresented minority students in higher education to make career choices on a path toward public health, health professions, biomedical research, and related careers. <em>Ethn Dis. </em>2016;26(3):399-406; doi:10.18865/ed.26.3.399 </p>
Awareness Campaign for the Early Detection of Growth Disorders in Public School Children in North Lebanon
Authors: Hayek Femia , Berro Bouchra , Fayad Wissam 
Published: July 2016

<p><strong>Objectives: </strong>To detect and screen growth anomaly among children in North Lebanon, raise awareness on the importance of regular height check, and establish recommendations for the authorities. <strong></strong></p><p><strong>Design: </strong>18-month campaign. <strong></strong></p><p><strong>Setting: </strong>230 public schools in North Lebanon. </p><p><strong>Participants: </strong>41,347 children, aged 5-15 years. </p><p><strong>Interventions: </strong>Weight was measured using a standardized stadiometer and compared with French curves of height-for-age. Awareness was raised by promoting early detection of growth disorders in Lebanon. The follow-up phase was intended to secure referral and treatment of the detected short stature children. <strong></strong></p><p><strong>Main outcome measures: </strong>Age, sex, height, societal issues. </p><p><strong>Results: </strong>40,023 students were recruited from 228 schools; of these, 63.7% of the screened children were aged 5-10 years. Four percent (1,631 children) of the screened population presented short stature, of whom 50% were aged 5-10 years and 41% were more severely affected and referred to specialists; 59% were first directed to the school physician/pediatrician. The follow-up phase was not achieved because of the patients’ low socioeconomic level. We also found that many children were too old for the attended level at school, mainly because of low socioeconomic levels and educational backwardness. </p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Our screening campaign confirms the need for more awareness on the importance of early detection of growth retardation in Lebanon. It highlights the need for making efforts to reduce poverty and its consequences in North Lebanon. Our future goal is to expand our campaign throughout Lebanon and cooperate with health authorities to lower the cost of work-up on the patient. <em>Ethn Dis. </em>2016;26(3):417-426; doi:10.18865/ed.26.3.417 </p>
Racial and Insurance Status Disparities in Patient Safety Indicators among Hospitalized Patients
Authors: Shen Jay J. , Cochran Christopher R. , Mazurenko Olena , Moseley Charles B. , Shan Guogen , Mukalian Robin , Neishi Scott 
Published: July 2016

<p><strong>Objective: </strong>To examine the association between patient race/ethnicity, insurance status, and their interaction with patient safety indicators among hospitalized patients. <strong></strong></p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Cross-sectional study was conducted. Data were extracted from the 2009 National Inpatient Sample. A total of 3,052,268 patient safety indicator-related discharges were identified. Dependent variables were 11 patient safety indicators (PSI) whereas independent variables included race/ethnicity and insurance status. <strong></strong></p><p><strong>Results: </strong>As compared with White patients, African American patients were more likely to experience pressure ulcer, postoperative hemorrhage or hematoma, and post-operative pulmonary embolism (PE) or deep vein thrombosis (DVE); Asian/Pacific Islander patients were more likely to experience pressure ulcer, post-operative PE or DVT, and two obstetric care PSIs; whereas Hispanic/Latino patients were more likely to experience post-operative physiometabolic derangement and accidental puncture/ laceration. As compared with patients with private insurance, Medicaid patients were more likely to experience pressure ulcer, post-operative physiological metabolic derangement, post-operative PE or DVT, post-operative respiratory failure, post-operative wound dehiscence, and death among surgeries. However, both obstetric care PSIs showed that African Americans, Hispanics, and uninsured patients were less likely to incur them in comparison with their respective counterparts. Furthermore, strong interactive effects between African American and Medicaid on PSIs were detected. <strong></strong></p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Although mixed findings in disparities in PSIs were observed in our study, Asian/Pacific Islander patients and Medicaid patients seem to be the most vulnerable. Further, interactive effects between African American and Medicaid indicate that poverty may be a key factor related to disparities in health care. Future research is merited to identify underlying factors that are related to PSIs among Asian/Pacific Islander patients. Strategies are needed to improve PSIs among Medicaid patients, especially during the current Medicaid program expansion due to the implementation of the Affordable Care Act. <em>Ethn Dis. </em>2016; 26(3):443-452; doi:10.18865/ed.26.3.443 </p>