bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
The experiences of prostate cancer survivors: Changes to physical function and its impact on quality of life
Authors: Michael Christine , Barnett Fiona , Gray Marion 
Published: July 2016

Background/Aims: Quality of life plays a major role in prostate cancer research in relation to outcomes of treatment. Most studies conducted on patients with prostate cancer have used standardised psychometric instruments to evaluate the impact of treatment; few studies have taken an in-depth qualitative approach. There has been little consideration of the ways in which the prostate cancer experience impacts on daily life. The aim of this research was to understand the experience of prostate cancer survivors in relation to physical function and its impact on quality of life. Method: Semi-structured, in-depth interviews were conducted using seven participants who ranged in age from 44 to 80 years. Participants had received varying prostate cancer treatments and were between 3 months and over 7 years post-diagnosis. Results: Three main themes emerged: loss of masculinity, loss of control over daily activities, and age-specific perspectives. Changes to physical function included impotence, incontinence, fatigue and lymphoedema. Losses were multifaceted, leading to changes in self-perception, reduced participation in daily activities and a decreased quality of life. Conclusion: The impact of prostate cancer and its treatment led to decreased quality of life and desire to live. Identified changes in physical function and psychological wellbeing in prostate cancer patients highlighted the significance of younger men with prostate cancer, and their experience.
A clinical exploration of the Process of Transformation Model with rehabilitation therapists
Authors: King Judy , Klinovski Kristina , Dubouloz Claire-Jehanne 
Published: July 2016

Background/Aims: Clients in rehabilitation services often undergo a process of personal change following a diagnosis of a chronic illness or a traumatic accident. One of the changes they experience could be that of a change in their meaning perspectives – that is, their beliefs, values, feelings, and attitudes towards their illness, their new life, and themselves. The Process of Transformation Model was developed through a metasynthesis of studies that relate to this transformation from clients' perspectives. Methods: To study the model from therapists' perspectives, a qualitative exploratory study was conducted with four expert rehabilitation therapists. Using focus groups and participant diaries, participants provided insights and interpretation of the model in their practice. Data collection and analysis was conducted concurrently. Results: Therapists are able to recognise clients in the initial trigger phase. They are also able to recognise certain outcomes of change; however, they have difficulty identifying the complex internal meaning perspectives' transformations that occur during the changing phase. Conclusions: While clients experience these critical reflective phases throughout their rehabilitation, therapists are relatively unaware of them. By recognising what phase their clients could be in, therapists would be prepared to adapt to their clients' needs and develop therapy plans accordingly, including providing patient education.
Major abdominal surgery in Jehovah’s Witnesses
Authors: Rollins KE , Contractor U , Inumerable R , Lobo DN 
Published: July 2016

Introduction Patients who are Jehovah’s Witnesses pose difficult ethical and moral dilemmas for surgeons because of their refusal to receive blood and blood products. This article outlines the personal experiences of six Jehovah’s Witnesses who underwent major abdominal surgery at a single institution and also summarises the literature on the perioperative care of these patients. Methods The patients recorded their thoughts and the dilemmas they faced during their surgical journey. We also reviewed the recent literature on the ethical principles involved in treating such patients and strategies recommended to make surgery safer. Results All patients were supported in their decision making by the clinical team and the Hospital Liaison Committee for Jehovah’s Witnesses. The patients recognised the ethical and moral difficulties experienced by clinicians in this setting. However, they described taking strength from their belief in Jehovah. A multitude of techniques are available to minimise the risk associated with major surgery in Jehovah’s Witness patients, many of which have been adopted to minimise unnecessary use of blood products in general. Nevertheless, the risks of catastrophic haemorrhage and consequent mortality remain an unresolved issue for the treating team. Conclusions Respect for a patient’s autonomy in this setting is the overriding ethical principle, with detailed discussion forming an important part of the preparation of a Jehovah’s Witness for major abdominal surgery. Clinicians must be diligent in the documentation of the patient’s wishes to ensure all members of the team can abide by these.
Murdering the soul: Representing rape and the commodification of children in Botswana
Authors: Kerr David 
Published: July 2016

Abstract
This article uses a devised play, Murdering the Soul, to explore issues concerning sexual abuse of girls in southern Africa. University of Botswana students created the play in 1998–1999 through improvisation, research, debates and group scriptwriting. The devising took place under my supervision, but with many inputs from Childline and Ditshwanelo (Botswana’s principle watchdog on human rights), as well as from two anonymous young (but adult) survivors of sexual abuse who acted as research informants. This article focuses on the interaction between theories and praxis, especially as they have become crystallized through the alchemy of performance in Gaborone, as well as through an adapted version in Zomba and Lilongwe, Malawi, in 2004. The finished play was in a mixture of English and Setswana for the Gaborone version, and English and Chichewa for the Zomba version.
Gerodontology as a dental specialty in Brazil: What has been accomplished after 15 years?
Authors: Marchini Leonardo , Montenegro Fernando Luiz Brunetti , Ettinger Ronald 
Published: July 2016

Fifteen years ago, as a response to its rapidly aging population, Brazil was the first country to recognize gerodontology as a dental specialty. The aim of this paper is to evaluate the outcomes of this change by examining the increase in number of advanced gerodontology-trained dentists and identifying the volume of gerodontology-related research that has been published. The Brazilian Dental Board web site was searched in order to verify the number of specialists in gerodontology and their geographic distribution. In order to provide a quantitative assessment of the number of gerodontology-related graduate programs generated since the specialty was recognized, three sites were searched: a) the government database for post-graduate theses, which compiles all theses and dissertations completed as part of the requirements of accredited post-graduate courses in Brazil; b) the Brazilian Dental Library (Biblioteca Brasileira de Odontologia, BBO), which compiles papers published in Portuguese; and c) the PubMed database. Recognizing gerodontology as a dental specialty in Brazil required advanced training programs to be developed in geriatrics and gerodontology. The current number of specialists in gerodontology (276) is still lower than the needs of the Brazilian dental workforce.. Recognition of the specialty seems to have resulted in a significant increase in gerodontology-related research; however, this growth coincides with an overall increase in research in Brazil and is less extensive than for other specialties, which were recognized at the same time. More still needs to be done to add gerodontology to dental school curricula, even though a significant number of schools do teach the discipline.
Elektronische Laborbücher im Forschungsdatenmanagement – Eine neue Aufgabe für Bibliotheken?
Authors: Krause Evamaria 
Published: July 2016

Zusammenfassung
Traditionell wird in den Naturwissenschaften und der Medizin der Forschungsprozess in Papier-Laborbüchern dokumentiert. Gegenwärtig steigt an Universitäten das Interesse an elektronischen Laborbüchern (ELN), da ELN immer besser an die Bedarfe der akademischen Forschung angepasst werden. In diesem Artikel werden die Herangehensweisen zur Schaffung eines ELN-Angebots an drei Universitäten in den USA und in Schottland sowie ELN-Projekte in Deutschland vorgestellt. Dabei werden Schnittstellen von ELN zu Aspekten der Speicherung, Nachnutzung, Veröffentlichung und Langzeitarchivierung von Forschungsdaten herausgestellt und mögliche Aufgabenfelder für Bibliotheken diskutiert.
Universitätsbibliotheken in den Niederlanden und veränderte Nutzerbedürfnisse
Authors: Malitz Doreen , Gilb Cornelia 
Published: July 2016

Zusammenfassung
Während einer Bibliotheksreise1
Gefördert durch BI International.
in die Niederlande sammelten Bibliothekare der Universitätsbibliothek Johann Christian Senckenberg Frankfurt am Main Eindrücke bezüglich Bau, Lernraumgestaltung und struktureller Neuorientierung in den Bibliotheken UB Leiden, UB Rotterdam, TU Delft Library und Wageningen UR Library. Auch wenn ein direkter Vergleich mit der Heimatbibliothek aus vielerlei Gesichtspunkten nicht möglich ist, ergaben sich aus den gesammelten Eindrücken gute Impulse, die sicher auch in die künftige Neubauplanung für die UB JCS einfließen werden.
Ein neuer offener Standard für Bildrepositorien – das International Image Interoperability Framework (IIIF) im Einsatz an der Bayerischen Staatsbibliothek
Authors: Brantl Markus , Eichinger Ralf , Wolf Thomas 
Published: July 2016

Zusammenfassung
Seit den Anfängen der Digitalisierung von Kulturgütern in den späten 1990er Jahren wurden zahlreiche spartenspezifische, meist technisch spezielle Lösungen für die Internet-Präsentation von Digitalisaten aus Archiven, Bibliotheken und Museen entwickelt. Die meisten Viewer zur Internet-Präsentation sind auf die Anforderungen einer einzigen Einrichtung beschränkt und bieten meist nur Zugang (Access) auf eine begrenzte Anzahl von lokalen, meist untereinander inkompatiblen Applikationen. Der 2011 entwickelte IIIF-Standard ist dabei, die Situation grundlegend zu ändern. IIIF definiert eine Reihe von öffentlich zugänglichen Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), um die Strukturierung, den Austausch und die Visualisierung digitaler Objekte für alle Kulturinstitutionen zu erleichtern. Zusammen mit einem IIIF-kompatiblen Betrachter wie Mirador bietet IIIF einen bisher unerreichten Grad an Interoperabilität, der es Institutionen erlaubt, ihre digitalen Inhalte in einer noch nie da gewesenen Art und Weise für Forschung und Wissenschaft zugänglich zu machen (Data Sharing). Dieser Artikel beschreibt die Möglichkeiten und Chancen des IIIF-Standards und von Mirador, einem IIIF-Viewer und Forschungstool am Beispiel der Bayerischen Staatsbibliothek. Die Bayerische Staatsbibliothek wird sukzessive die Präsentation von 1,2 Millionen digitalisierten Werken auf den IIIF-Standard umstellen.
A fully-mixed finite element method for the Navier–Stokes/Darcy coupled problem with nonlinear viscosity
Authors: Caucao Sergio , Gatica Gabriel N. , Oyarzúa Ricardo , Šebestová Ivana 
Published: July 2016

AbstractWe propose and analyze an augmented mixed finite element method for the coupling of fluid flow with porous media flow. The flows are governed by a class of nonlinear Navier–Stokes and linear Darcy equations, respectively, and the transmission conditions are given by mass conservation, balance of normal forces, and the Beavers–Joseph–Saffman law. We apply dual-mixed formulations in both domains, and the nonlinearity involved in the Navier–Stokes region is handled by setting the strain and vorticity tensors as auxiliary unknowns. In turn, since the transmission conditions become essential, they are imposed weakly, which yields the introduction of the traces of the porous media pressure and the fluid velocity as the associated Lagrange multipliers. Furthermore, since the convective term in the fluid forces the velocity to live in a smaller space than usual, we augment the variational formulation with suitable Galerkin type terms arising from the constitutive and equilibrium equations of the Navier–Stokes equations, and the relation defining the strain and vorticity tensors. The resulting augmented scheme is then written equivalently as a fixed point equation, so that the well-known Schauder and Banach theorems, combined with classical results on bijective monotone operators, are applied to prove the unique solvability of the continuous and discrete systems. In particular, given an integer
Combining boolean algebras and ℓ-groups in the variety generated by chang’s mv-algebra
Authors: Di Nola A. , Ferraioli A. R. , Gerla B. 
Published: July 2016

Abstract
In this paper we investigate a class of MV-algebras built up by fixing a Boolean algebra, one of its maximal ideals and an ℓ-group. We use such class to characterize, in the variety generated by all perfect MV-algebras, those MV-algebras which have their perfect skeleton as a quotient, giving an axiomatization of such a class and a representation theorem.
Conformal algebras, vertex algebras, and the logic of locality
Authors: Smith Jonathan D. H. 
Published: July 2016

AbstractIn a new algebraic approach, conformal algebras and vertex algebras are extended to two-sorted structures, with an additional component encoding the logical properties of locality. Within these algebras, locality is expressed as an identity, without the need for existential quantifiers. Two-sorted conformal algebras form a variety of two-sorted algebras, an equationally-defined class, and free conformal algebras are given by standard universal algebraic constructions. The variety of two-sorted conformal algebras is equivalent to a Mal’tsev variety of single-sorted algebras. Motivated by a question of Griess, subalgebras of reducts of conformal algebras are shown to satisfy a set of quasi-identities. The class of two-sorted vertex algebras does not form a variety, so open problems concerning the nature of that class are posed.
A Systematic Approach for Solving the Great Circle Track Problems based on Vector Algebra
Authors: Chen Chih-Li 
Published: July 2016

Abstract
A systematic approach, based on multiple products of the vector algebra (S-VA), is proposed to derive the spherical triangle formulae for solving the great circle track (GCT) problems. Because the mathematical properties of the geometry and algebra are both embedded in the S-VA approach, derivations of the spherical triangle formulae become more understandable and more straightforward as compared with those approaches which use the complex linear combination of a vector basis. In addition, the S-VA approach can handle all given initial conditions for solving the GCT problems simpler, clearer and avoid redundant formulae existing in the conventional approaches. With the technique of transforming the Earth coordinates system of latitudes and longitudes into the Cartesian one and adopting the relative longitude concept, the concise governing equations of the S-VA approach can be easily and directly derived. Owing to the advantage of the S-VA approach, it makes the practical navigator quickly adjust to solve the GCT problems. Based on the S-VA approach, a program namely GCTPro_VA is developed for friendly use of the navigator. Several validation examples are provided to show the S-VA approach is simple and versatile to solve the GCT problems.
Parametrical Method for Determining Optimal Ship Carrying Capacity and Performance of Handling Equipment
Authors: Michalski Jan P. 
Published: July 2016

Abstract
The paper presents a method of evaluating the optimal value of the cargo ships deadweight and the coupled optimal value of cargo handling capacity. The method may be useful at the stage of establishing the main owners requirements concerning the ship design parameters as well as for choosing a proper second hand ship for a given transportation task. The deadweight and the capacity are determined on the basis of a selected economic measure of the transport effectiveness of ship – the Required Freight Rate. The mathematical model of the problem is of a deterministic character and the simplifying assumptions are justified for ships operating in the liner trade. The assumptions are so selected that solution of the problem is obtained in analytical closed form. The presented method can be useful for application in the preliminary ship design or in the simulation of pre-investment transportation task studies.
Analysis of Possible Application of High-Temperature Nuclear Reactors to Contemporary Large-Output Steam Power Plants on Ships
Authors: Kowalczyk T. , Głuch J. , Ziółkowski P. 
Published: July 2016

Abstract
This paper is aimed at analysis of possible application of helium to cooling high-temperature nuclear reactor to be used for generating steam in contemporary ship steam-turbine power plants of a large output with taking into account in particular variable operational parameters. In the first part of the paper types of contemporary ship power plants are presented. Features of today applied PWR reactors and proposed HTR reactors are discussed. Next, issues of load variability of the ship nuclear power plants, features of the proposed thermal cycles and results of their thermodynamic calculations in variable operational conditions, are presented.
Numerical Model of SO2 Scrubbing with Seawater Applied to Marine Engines
Authors: Lamas M. I. , Rodríguez C. G. , Rodríguez J. D. , Telmo J. 
Published: July 2016

Abstract
The present paper proposes a CFD model to study sulphur dioxide (SO2) absorption in seawater. The focus is on the treatment of marine diesel engine exhaust gas. Both seawater and distilled water were compared to analyze the effect of seawater alkalinity. The results indicate that seawater is more appropriate than distilled water due to its alkalinity, obtaining almost 100% cleaning efficiency for the conditions analyzed. This SO2 reduction meets the limits of SOx emission control areas (SECA) when operating on heavy fuel oil. These numerical simulations were satisfactory validated with experimental tests. Such data are essential in designing seawater scrubbers and judging the operating cost of seawater scrubbing compared to alternative fuels.
The Application of Kalman Filtering to Predict Vertical Rail Axis Displacements of the Overhead Crane Being a Component of Seaport Transport Structure
Authors: Filipiak – Kowszyk Daria , Kamiński Waldemar 
Published: July 2016

Abstract
As the devices designed to transport materials, the overhead cranes should meet certain geometric requirements for their operation to be safe. The presently available geodetic equipment, in particular total stations, provides opportunities for precise 3D measurements of coordinates of the controlled points. These coordinates make a basis for correcting the height of crane runway axes. The paper presents a method to calculate position corrections for the crane rail axes in both vertical and horizontal direction, and indicates that these results can find much wider application. Among other goals, the observations of this type, along with the Kalman filtration method, can be used to predict vertical displacements of the crane rail axes. The object of practical considerations in the paper is a crane working in the area with unfavourable geotechnical conditions and the settling limits attributed to this crane and location area in the technical design. The sample practical application has confirmed the validity of the use of the proposed solution for evaluating the operational safety of the crane. Although the tests were performed for the gantry crane, the proposed solution is believed to be applicable for other types of overhead cranes.
Analysis of Fatigue Crack Growth in Ship Structural Details
Authors: Leheta Heba W. , Elhewy Ahmed M. H. , Younes Helmy A. 
Published: July 2016

Abstract
Fatigue failure avoidance is a goal that can be achieved only if the fatigue design is an integral part of the original design program. The purpose of fatigue design is to ensure that the structure has adequate fatigue life. Calculated fatigue life can form the basis for meaningful and efficient inspection programs during fabrication and throughout the life of the ship. The main objective of this paper is to develop an add-on program for the analysis of fatigue crack growth in ship structural details. The developed program will be an add-on script in a pre-existing package. A crack propagation in a tanker side connection is analyzed by using the developed program based on linear elastic fracture mechanics (LEFM) and finite element method (FEM). The basic idea of the developed application is that a finite element model of this side connection will be first analyzed by using ABAQUS and from the results of this analysis the location of the highest stresses will be revealed. At this location, an initial crack will be introduced to the finite element model and from the results of the new crack model the direction of the crack propagation and the values of the stress intensity factors, will be known. By using the calculated direction of propagation a new segment will be added to the crack and then the model is analyzed again. The last step will be repeated until the calculated stress intensity factors reach the critical value.
Depth Images Filtering In Distributed Streaming
Authors: Dziubich Tomasz , Szymański Julian , Brzeski Adam , Cychnerski Jan , Korłub Waldemar 
Published: July 2016

Abstract
In this paper, we propose a distributed system for point cloud processing and transferring them via computer network regarding to effectiveness-related requirements. We discuss the comparison of point cloud filters focusing on their usage for streaming optimization. For the filtering step of the stream pipeline processing we evaluate four filters: Voxel Grid, Radial Outliner Remover, Statistical Outlier Removal and Pass Through. For each of the filters we perform a series of tests for evaluating the impact on the point cloud size and transmitting frequency (analysed for various fps ratio). We present results of the optimization process used for point cloud consolidation in a distributed environment. We describe the processing of the point clouds before and after the transmission. Pre- and post-processing allow the user to send the cloud via network without any delays. The proposed pre-processing compression of the cloud and the post-processing reconstruction of it are focused on assuring that the end-user application obtains the cloud with a given precision.
Impact of the Transition to IFRS for the Romanian Listed Companies in Financial Distress
Authors: Istrate Costel , Robu Ioan Bogdan , Carp Mihai 
Published: July 2016

Abstract
The transition to IFRS of the Romanian listed companies enables us to provide a comparison of some accounting data reported in the same period and that have been obtained according to different accounting regulations: RAS vs. IFRS. The aim of our paper is to establish if the listed companies in financial distress report a trend of changes due to the transition to IFRS that is different to the one established for the performant companies. Based on the data corresponding to the 2011 financial year (with available RAS and IFRS information), we have calculated Gray’s comparability index (for a series of financial indicators) in the case of the two groups of companies (one in financial distress and a performant one) and we have statistically tested the existence of significant differences between the values of the index for the two company categories. We have found out that some indicators evolve in the same manner (especially the balance sheet structure indexes), others maintain the same trend, but the significance of the variances are different (ROS, ROA, ROE and OI), and, finally, for another series of indicators, the trend of the change caused by the IFRS transition is different for the two groups of companies (leverage and equity).