bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Organizational roles and the work and organizational engagement
Authors: Borkowska Anna , Czerw Agnieszka 
Published: July 2017

Abstract
Purpose - The article aims to attempt to define the work and organization engagement of the employees of one of the exclusive hotel spa in Poland. The present paper proposes that organizational roles taken by employees differentiate symptoms of their engagement. The research aims to test the hypothesis and to show the differences at the level of concepts and behaviors. Design/methodology/approach - The following study is an attempt to define the work and organizational engagement of employees of one of the exclusive SPA (sanus per aquam) hotels in Poland. The study was conducted using qualitative methods in the form of individual interviews and a group interview. The study described is part of a bigger project implemented in a Hotel. One department within the hotel, the kitchen of the main restaurant, was chosen for analysis. As such, opinions of two managers of various ranks (the Chef and the Deputy Manager of the Hotel) and seven persons from the aforementioned department are presented in this paper. Findings - Data analysis allowed us to conclude that organizational roles performed by employees may, in an influential way, shape the level and mental representation of the work and organizational engagement. Our results show that the higher position an employee has in the organizational hierarchy, the better is his/her understanding and the bigger is level of engagement both in work and in the organisation. What’s more, higher organizational role is conducive to mixing these two perspectives, and the lower role makes them clearly separated.
Love Styles in the Context of Life History Theory
Authors: Marzec Magdalena , Łukasik Andrzej 
Published: July 2017

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The evolutionary function of love is to create a strong bond between the partners with reproduction in view. In order to achieve this goal, humans use various sexual/reproductive strategies, which have evolved due to specific reproductive benefits. The use of particular strategies depends on many factors but one of the most important is early childhood experiences, on which life history theory (LHT) focuses. John Lee (1973) identified 6 basic love styles: eros, ludus, storge, pragma, agape, and mania. Our goal was to check whether love styles may be treated as sexual/reproductive strategies in the context of LHT - slow or fast strategy. In our study (N = 177) we found that people who prefer the slow reproductive strategy are inclined to show passionate, pragmatic and friendly love, and those who prefer the fast strategy, treated love as a game. A low level of environmental stress in childhood results in preferring eros, storge and agape love styles, belonging to the slow strategy, and a high one results in preferring ludus, which belongs to the fast strategy. People representing eros, storge or pragma styles have restricted sociosexual orientation so they prefer long-term relationships, whereas those with the ludus style are people with unrestricted orientation, preferring short-term relationships. Besides, storge, agape and pragma seem to determine preferring qualities connected with parental effort in one’s partner, mania - with mating effort, and eros - with both kinds of effort. No correlation was found between the love style and the number of children.
Narcissism and self-esteem revisited: The relationships between the subscales of the NPI and explicit/implicit self-esteem
Authors: Pilch Irena , Hyla Magdalena 
Published: July 2017

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The results of the previous research which tried to investigate links between self-esteem and narcissism in search of the source of narcissistic fragility are not consistent. The aim of the study was to contribute to the understanding of this complex relation by assessing relationships between the four facets of grandiose narcissism measured by the NPI and the two kinds of self-esteem i.e. explicit (ESE) and implicit (ISE), and by comparing the results with theoretical models. The Implicit Relational Assessment Procedure, a more recent measure based on response latency, was used to assess ISE. The analysis confirms the reports on NPI heterogeneity. Different relationships between the particular facets of narcissism and ESE/ISE were observed. These differences indicate that composite measures of narcissism and ISE do not reflect the entire complexity of the phenomena. The results provide support for the two theoretical models i.e. the global marker model and the mask model.
Reliability of the Discounting Inventory: An extension into substance-use population
Authors: Malesza Marta , Maczuga Maria 
Published: July 2017

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Recent research introduced the Discounting Inventory that allows the measurement of individual differences in the delay, probabilistic, effort, and social discounting rates. The goal of this investigation was to determine several aspects of the reliability of the Discounting Inventory using the responses of 385 participants (200 non-smokers and 185 current-smokers). Two types of reliability are of interest. Internal consistency and test-retest stability. A secondary aim was to extend such reliability measures beyond the non-clinical participant. The current study aimed to measure the reliability of the DI in a nicotine-dependent individuals and non-nicotine-dependent individuals. It is concluded that the internal consistency of the DI is excellent, and that the test-retest reliability results suggest that items intended to measure three types of discounting were likely testing trait, rather than state, factors, regardless of whether “non-smokers” were included in, or excluded from, the analyses (probabilistic discounting scale scores being the exception). With these cautions in mind, however, the psychometric properties of the DI appear to be very good.
Perfectionism and Marital Satisfaction among Graduate Students: A Multigroup Invariance Analysis by Counseling Help-seeking Attitudes
Authors: Foo Fatt Mee , Hassan Siti Aishah , Talib Mansor Abu , Zakaria Noor Syamilah 
Published: July 2017

AbstractThis study aims to measure the latent mean difference in perfectionism and marital satisfaction by counseling help-seeking attitudes. The respondents were 327 married graduate students from a research university in Malaysia. An online self-administered questionnaire was used to collect the data. The respondents completed the Almost Perfect Scale- Revised, Dyadic Almost Perfect Scale, Marital Satisfaction Scale, and Attitudes toward Seeking Professional Psychology Help Scale. Confirmatory factor analysis was used to examined the instruments and the results indicated that construct validity were achieved. The latent mean difference in perfectionism and marital satisfaction by counseling help-seeking attitudes were tested using multigroup invariance analysis. The respondents with negative attitudes toward counseling help-seeking (n = 159) reported a higher latent mean in perfectionism but a lower latent mean in marital satisfaction compared to those with positive attitudes toward counseling help-seeking (n = 168). The implications of these findings for counseling services are discussed.
A first principles study of energetics and electronic structural responses of uranium-based coordination polymers to Np incorporation
Authors: Saha Saumitra , Becker Udo 
Published: July 2017

Abstract
Recently developed coordination polymers (CPs) and metal organic frameworks (MOFs) may find applications in areas such as catalysis, hydrogen storage, and heavy metal immobilization. Research on the potential application of actinide-based CPs (An-CP/MOFs) is not as advanced as transition metal-based MOFs. In order to modify their structures necessary for optimizing thermodynamic and electronic properties, here, we described how a specific topology of a particular actinide-based CP or MOF responds to the incorporation of other actinides considering their diverse coordination chemistry associated with the multiple valence states and charge-balancing mechanisms. In this study, we apply a recently developed DFT-based method to determine the relative stability of transuranium incorporated CPs in comparison to their uranium counterpart considering both solid and aqueous state sources and sinks to understand the mechanism and energetics of charge-balanced Np5+ incorporation into three uranium-based CPs. The calculated Np5++H+ incorporation energies for these CPs range from 0.33 to 0.52 eV, depending on the organic linker, when using the solid oxide Np source Np2O5 and U sink UO3. Incorporation energies of these CPs using aqueous sources and sinks increase to 2.85–3.14 eV. The thermodynamic and structural analysis in this study aides in determining, why certain MOF topologies and ligands are selective for some actinides and not for others. This means that once this method is extended across a variety of CPs with their respective linker molecules and different actinides, it can be used to identify certain CPs with certain organic ligands being specific for certain actinides. This information can be used to construct CPs for actinide separation. This is the first determination of the electronic structure (band structure, density of states) of these uranium- and transuranium-based CPs which may eventually lead to design CPs with certain optical or catalytic properties. While the reduction of the DFT-determined-bandgap goes from 3.1 eV to 2.4 eV when going from CP1 to CP3, showing the influence of the linker, Np6+ incorporation reduces the bandgap for CP1 and CP3, while increasing it for CP2. The coupled substitution of U6+→Np5++H+ reduces the bandgap significantly, but only for CP3.
A new optical sensor for spectrophotometric determination of uranium (VI) and thorium (IV) in acidic medium
Authors: Elhefnawy O. A. 
Published: July 2017

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A spectrophotometric method was developed for U(VI) and Th(IV) determination in acidic medium by using proposed optical sensor. This sensor is base on the complexation reaction of the ionophore midodrine hydrochloride (L) with U(VI)/Th(IV) in plasticized (o-NPOE) high molecular weight (PVC). Several parameters such as effect of acidic medium, response time and sensor compositions were studied. The determination of the complexes stoichiometry was also studied using Job’s method. The complexes stoichiometry were measured at the absorbance spectra 302 nm and the results were found to be 1:1 for both complexes U(VI)-L and Th(IV)-L. The complexation reaction was extremely rapid at room temperature; it takes 5, 10 min to complete the complexation reaction in U(VI) and Th(IV), respectively. Under the optimum conditions the calibration curves of U(VI)/Th(IV) determination, have good linearity at different acidic medium nitric, sulfuric, and phosphoric acids with low detection and quantification limits. The accuracy and precision studies proved that the proposed optical sensor is valid and qualified for U(VI)/Th(IV) spectrophotometric determination in different acidic medium. The selectivity of the proposed optical sensor was studied. The proposed optical sensor was applied successfully for U(VI)/Th(IV) determination in research and development (R&D) nuclear waste samples with satisfactory results. A comparative study of the proposed optical sensor with other previous spectrophotometric sensors for U(VI)/Th(IV) determination, proved the high efficiency of the proposed optical sensor, that it presents wide linear range and low detection limit. The proposed optical sensor could be applied for a quantitative determination of U(VI)/Th(IV) in acidic waste samples.
Successfully treated multiple brain abscess in a newborn: a case report
Authors: Vuk Aleksic , Miljan Mihajlovic , Nenad Zivković , Raus Misela , Samardzic Marko , Milenko Stanic 
Published: July 2017

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Multiple brain abscesses are exceedingly uncommon in newborns and represent a serious medical problem associated with high morbidity and mortality. Treatment is also controversial issue, and can require surgery, abscess aspiration, antibiotic therapy, and eradication of the primary source. We report a case of successfully treated multiple brain abscess in a newborn with combined therapy which consisted of abscess aspiration and prolonged antibiotics. Patient developed hydrocephalus as late complication which was also successfully treated with ventriculoperitoneal shunt.
Efficacy of electromyography and nerve conduction velocity monitoring in surgical management of terminal lipoma in children
Authors: Badry Ashraf El , Elsaeed Mohamed , Khalek Ahmed Abdel , Abdelazeez Azza 
Published: July 2017

AbstractBackground: the prognosis of Terminal lipomas is better than that of other sites and pathology especially their management nowadays became clearer with better surgical outcome due to advancement of surgical tools and neurophysiology study. Objective: to assess the outcome of excision of terminal lipomyelomeningocele and reconstruction of the neural tube. Methods: From 2002 to 2016, 32 cases of terminal lipomyelomeningocele in Mansoura university hospital, insurance hospital and El Ahrar specialized center, the age of the cases ranged between 10 days and 4,3 years underwent surgical management of total or near-total lipoma excision and neural tube reformation with minimum follow up of 6 months. Results: according to system which applied to show the success of the operations, Of the 32 patients, 9 cases represent (28.1%) showed total excision of the lipoma; 17 patients represent (53.1%) had 25 mm3 of lipoma or less and 6 patients represent (18.75%) had 26 mm3 of fat or more. The neurological and urological complications was about 25%, while other complications like cerebrospinal fluid leak, wound disruption and infection was 9.4%. The surgical morbidity was comparable with the published papers. Conclusion: the excision of terminal lipomyelomeningocele and recreation of the neural tube by monitoring throughout EMG & NCV with low surgical morbidity and better results than leaving them without management or surgical interference without neurophysiological monitoring.
Primary meningeal sarcoma (fibrosarcoma) of cervical spine in an 11 yr old boy: An extremely rare case report
Authors: Pradeep Kumar , Kumar Verma Pawan , Srikant Das , Ashok Gupta 
Published: July 2017

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Primary meningeal sarcoma is a rare tumor in pediatric age group. Here we were reporting an extremly rare case report of an 11 year old boy presented with quadriparesis and bladder involvement. MRI revealed a cervical dural based tumor with extension to cord parenchyma and neural foramina involving paravertebral tissue. The histopathology revealed mesenchymal tumor with malignant potential which on immunohistochemical (IHC) study found to be vimentin positive fibrosarcoma.
Unruptured anterior communicating artery aneurysm with co-existing blister aneurysms: case report and review of literature
Authors: Karthikeyan Y. R. , Kataria Rashim , Sinha Virendra Deo 
Published: July 2017

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Blister aneurysms are a separate class of vascular malformations with a unique etiopathogenesis and clinical profile, elusive to radiological imaging and complex to manage. Unless identified and managed appropriately they often lead increased morbidity intra and post operatively. They are commonly reported in internal carotid artery. We are reporting a rare case of intraoperatively diagnosed blister aneurysm of the anterior cerebral artery, the management options and the importance of constant vigilance in cases where the aneurysm appears unruptured intraoperatively.
Large armored bridging over fractured vertebra with intraspinal tumor mimicking bony mass caused by migrated fragments of burst cervical vertebra presenting with severe cervical myelopathy
Authors: Satyarthee Guru Dutta , Moscote-Salazar Luis Rafael 
Published: July 2017

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Vertebral body may get displaced anterior or posteror with elements of rotation. However, burst cervical spine vertebral fracture may migrate anteriorly and posteriorly simultaneously. However anterior displaced fragment forming armor like mass is very rare. Similarly, the posteriorly propelled fragments migrating caudally and posterolaterally producing a large osseous mass inside spinal canal mimicking bony tumour causing severe cervical canal stenosis and presenting with marked myelopathy is extremely rare. To the best knowledge of authors, association of such traumatic dual pathology represents first of its kind in western literature, who was neglected early medical advice and presenting with marked compressive cervical myelopathy. She underwent successful surgical decompression with gradual recovery of spastic limb weakness and recovery of sensation. Authors also highlights the importance of early resuscitation and adequate maintainace of mean arterial pressure following acute spinal cord injury. Pertinent literature is briefly reviewed.
Constructivist Approach in a Paradigm of Public School Teachers′ Professional Development in Great Britain, Canada, the USA
Authors: Mukan Nataliya , Fuchyla Olena , Ihnatiuk Halyna 
Published: July 2017

Abstract The article dwells on professional development of public school teachers as an inevitable constituent of education systems in the 21st century. In such economically developed countries as Great Britain, Canada and the USA, the problem of preparing teachers to a difficult and responsible task of upbringing and educating future citizens always remains topical. The authors define the following aim and objectives of their research: to conduct analysis of scientific and pedagogical literature and to define the notion of teachers′ “professional development”; to research a place and role of the constructivist approach to professional development of teachers. Some aspects of the problem under research have been studied by foreign and domestic scientists: political, social, cultural and economic aspects of teachers′ professional development (L. Darling-Hammond, M. Tight); elaboration of professional development curricula (C. Pratt); content of teachers′ professional development (N. Dana Fichtman, S. Zepeda); concept-oriented instruction (J. Guthrie); continuing professional development (Ya. Belmaz, A. Kuzminskyi, O. Kuznietsova). The research methodology comprises theoretical (logical, structural and systematic methods, induction and deduction, comparison and compatibility, analysis and synthesis) and applied (observations, questioning and interviewing) methods. The research results have been presented.
Innovative Approaches to Vocational Education Teachers′ Training Within the Educational Space of European Countries
Authors: Marynchenko Yevhenii 
Published: July 2017

Abstract The article examines the main approaches to content, forms and methods of training future teachers of vocational education in Europe. It has been found that the structure and content according to national traditions and European standards have led to success of European vocational education. It has been proved that training is practiceoriented, has a solid fundamental basis and is interdisciplinary, effectively contributes to the forming of a professional outlook. We have identified common trends in training teachers of vocational education: flexible training programs based on a broad concept of competence and establishment of closer links between education institutions and research laboratories; greater attention to quality control through a large diversity in the education content; increasing autonomy of education institutions that widens their perspectives, obligatory research and innovation projects within training of future vocational education teachers, diversity of forms and methods of professional training that develops creative innovative thinking, the importance of using ICTs in the training. All these aspects prove innovative nature of European education and great opportunities for training future vocational education teachers′ readiness for creative professional activity.
Lavender, Eucalyptus, and Orange Essential Oils as Repellents Against Ixodes Ricinus Females
Authors: Kulma M. , Bubová T. , Kopecký O. , Rettich F. 
Published: July 2017

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This study evaluated the repellent effect of three essential oils against females of Ixodes ricinus, which is considered to be the main arthropod disease vector in Europe. The essential oils could be regarded as user- and environment-friendly alternatives to synthetic repellents. As a comparison sample, the most widely used synthetic repellent DEET was used. All the tested oils exhibited moderate to high initial repellency of 65-85% 5 min after application. The testing was terminated after 80 min, when lavender and eucalyptus repelled 45% and 15% of ticks, respectively. No effect of orange oil was observed after a 20-min mark. The effect of DEET was found to be high and stable (95-100%) throughout the experiment. This study thus revealed that the investigated oils are not as effective as DEET. On the other hand, especially lavender showed an interesting potential as an alternative repellent for outdoor activities of shorter duration.
Slovak Shakespeare in American Exile
Authors: Marcinčin Matúš 
Published: July 2017

Abstract
Ján Vilikovský’s synthesizing monograph Shakespeare u nás (2014) is a great study; however, it does not include the whole history of translations of Shakespeare’s dramas into the Slovak language. Slovak literary and theatre studies have not reflected this theme in relation to Slovak cultural exile after the year 1945. In the present contribution, the author completes the mentioned monograph by Vilikovský, he adds and deals especially with translations written in exile by Andrej Žarnov and Karol Strmeň. He pays special attention to the fragments of translations of Shakespeare’s dramas found as a manuscript in the inheritance left after the tragic death of their author Karol Strmeň. The author reconstructs the fragments and then analyses and compares them with relevant Slovak and Czech translations of Shakespeare’s works. As a result of this study, it can be concluded that the translations by Strmeň written in a modern, cultivated, although slightly archaic Slovak language would have achieved an important position in the history of Slovak translations of Shakespeare’s drama if they had been published.
Ján Zavarský’s Opera Scenographies
Authors: Hrdinová Radmila 
Published: July 2017

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The present study aims to describe the work that Ján Zavarský, one of the most prominent contemporary Slovak scenographers, has done for musical theatre, mainly opera. The author draws on her years of experience as an audience member, production recordings, photographs, scene designs, and other documentation. Her study is the first attempt at mapping the language of expression that Zavarský has created in two decades, especially in cooperation with the directors Martin Otava and Karla Štaubertová. First, the author deals with the process of creation of a scenographic proposal in dialogue with a director, which gives rise to a scenographic and directorial concept of a production. It then proceeds to identifying the characteristic features of Zavarský’s approach to opera scenography, which include the architectural concept of the scene, simplicity of expression, formal and colour stylization, and the connection between scenography and the movement of characters on the stage. The study includes a list of Zavarský’s scenographies and photographs documenting the individual features of his work for musical theatre in approximately ten productions.