bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Raising or Lowering?—A Case Study of Alethic ACQ in Chinese and Southeast Asian Languages
Authors: Cheng Gong , Yi Zhao-Hui , Xiong Jian-Guo 
Published: January 2017

AbstractThe present paper proposes a morphological lowering analysis for the structure associated with alethic ACQ, a postverbal morpheme capable of denoting the modality of ability and possibility in Chinese as well as many Southeast Asian languages. Built in the framework of distributed morphology, we suggest that ACQ is base-generated in a preverbal node as a modal element and lowers to a postverbal position during its derivation on the PF branch. We compare and contrast the proposed lowering account with the other model of analysis, the raising analysis, and demonstrate that the lowering account is superior both conceptually and empirically.
Intonation and Particles as Speech Act Modifiers: A Syntactic Analysis
Authors: Heim Johannes , Keupdjio Hermann , Lam Zoe Wai-Man , Osa-Gómez Adriana , Thoma Sonja , Wiltschko Martina 
Published: January 2017

AbstractThis study investigates how discourse particles and intonation contribute to the modification of speech act. In particular, it focuses on the interplay between the speaker’s and the addressee’s commitment toward the proposition in assertions, biased questions, and requests for confirmation. A syntactic analysis is proposed, in whichspeaker commitmentandcall on addresseeare represented as two functional projections of the speech act structure. Data from nontonal (Canadian English) and tonal languages (Cantonese and Medumba) are analyzed for cross-linguistic comparison. In Canadian English, the particle “eh” and rising intonation are associated with speaker commitment and call on addressee, respectively. In Cantonese, a single particle associates with these. In Medumba, the two positions are occupied by two distinct particles. This neo-performative approach toward speech act structure differs from Ross’s 1970 original insight by positing a high functional layer calledgrounding, rather than a higher matrix clause of the familiar type.
The Impact of the Variability of Precipitation and Temperatures on the Efficiency of a Conceptual Rainfall-Runoff Model
Authors: Sleziak P. , Szolgay J. , Hlavčová K. , Parajka J. 
Published: January 2017

Abstract
The main objective of the paper is to understand how the model’s efficiency and the selected climatic indicators are related. The hydrological model applied in this study is a conceptual rainfall-runoff model (the TUW model), which was developed at the Vienna University of Technology. This model was calibrated over three different periods between 1981-2010 in three groups of Austrian catchments (snow, runoff, and soil catchments), which represent a wide range of the hydroclimatic conditions of Austria. The model’s calibration was performed using a differential evolution algorithm (Deoptim). As an objective function, we used a combination of the Nash-Sutcliffe coefficient (NSE) and the logarithmic Nash-Sutcliffe coefficient (logNSE). The model’s efficiency was evaluated by Volume error (VE). Subsequently, we evaluated the relationship between the model’s efficiency (VE) and changes in the climatic indicators (precipitation ΔP, air temperature ΔT). The implications of findings are discussed in the conclusion.
A Monthly-Step Water Balance Model to Evaluate the Hydrological Effects of Climate Change on a Regional Scale for Irrigation Design
Authors: Herceg A. , Kalicz P. , Kisfaludi B. , Gribovszki Z. 
Published: January 2017

AbstractCurrent and ongoing changes in the climate are typified by a rise in global temperatures. Climate change can have a dramatic impact on the water cycle. The aim of this paper was to develop a model based on Thornthwaite-type monthly water balance estimations. The main goals were to calibrate the model parameters using a remote sensing-based evapotranspiration dataset. The calibrated model was used for projection on the basis of four climate model datasets (remo, dmihirham5, smhirca.bcm, knmiracmo2). The four main projection periods were: 1980-2010, 2010-2040, 2040-2070, and 2070-2100. The advantage of this model is its robust structure. It can be applied if temperature and precipitation time series are available. The key parameter is the water storage capacity of the soil (SOILMAX), which can be calibrated using the actual evapotranspiration data available. If the physical properties of the soil are known, the maximal rooting depth is also projectable. The model can be primarily used at the catchment level or for areas without additional amounts of water from below. For testing the model, a mixed parcel of land that is used as a cornfield near Mosonmagyaróvár and a small, forest-covered catchment near Sopron were successfully used as the datasets. Furthermore, we determined the water stress with the calculation of the relative extractable water (REW), soil water deficit (SWD), and the water stress index (IS).
DPSIR Framework – A Decision – Making Tool for Municipalities
Authors: Majorošová M. 
Published: January 2017

AbstractMany municipalities in Central Europe deal with the problem of invasive species in their natural ecosystems. Invasive vegetation eradicates native species and causes dense stands that damage the natural environment. This work shows how important it is to have an informative tool for municipalities to be successful in their struggles with invasive species. A Driver – Pressure – State – Impact - Response (DPSIR) framework is a decision - making tool, and this one is particularly applied to the species Fallopia japonica. Fallopia japonica is an extremely invasive and aggressive weed, and it is very often found in riverbank vegetation. This specific framework can be used as a tool for municipal managers to highlight all the problems with Fallopia japonica and define all the responses that should be provided by the municipalities. The work points out the steps that show how important it is to have a strategy or a clear concept of how to begin with such a serious issue as the presence of Fallopia japonica in riverbank vegetation and its eradication. This framework provides simple steps that cannot be excluded when a municipality start actions against Fallopia japonica. All the indicators used in the model are based on the information known about Fallopia japonica that are presented in the literature.
ANGPTL2 expression in the intestinal stem cell niche controls epithelial regeneration and homeostasis
Authors: Horiguchi Haruki , Endo Motoyoshi , Kawane Kohki , Kadomatsu Tsuyoshi , Terada Kazutoyo , Morinaga Jun , Araki Kimi , Miyata Keishi , Oike Yuichi 
Published: January 2017

AbstractThe intestinal epithelium continually self‐renews and can rapidly regenerate after damage. Dysregulation of intestinal epithelial homeostasis leads to severe inflammatory bowel disease. Additionally, aberrant signaling by the secreted protein angiopoietin‐like protein 2 (ANGPTL2) causes chronic inflammation in a variety of diseases. However, little is known about the physiologic role of ANGPTL2 in normal tissue homeostasis and during wound repair following injury. Here, we assessed ANGPTL2 function in intestinal physiology and disease in vivo. Although intestinal development proceeded normally in Angptl2‐deficient mice, expression levels of the intestinal stem cell (ISC) marker gene Lgr5 decreased, which was associated with decreased transcriptional activity of β‐catenin in Angptl2‐deficient mice. Epithelial regeneration after injury was significantly impaired in Angptl2‐deficient relative to wild‐type mice. ANGPTL2 was expressed and functioned within the mesenchymal compartment cells known as intestinal subepithelial myofibroblasts (ISEMFs). ANGPTL2 derived from ISEMFs maintained the intestinal stem cell niche by modulating levels of competing signaling between bone morphogenetic protein (BMP) and β‐catenin. These results support the importance of ANGPTL2 in the stem cell niche in regulating stemness and epithelial wound healing in the intestine.
Three-Dimensional Genome Organization and Function in Drosophila
Authors: Schwartz Yuri B , Cavalli Giacomo 
Published: January 2017

Abstract
Understanding how the metazoan genome is used during development and cell differentiation is one of the major challenges in the postgenomic era. Early studies in Drosophila suggested that three-dimensional (3D) chromosome organization plays important regulatory roles in this process and recent technological advances started to reveal connections at the molecular level. Here we will consider general features of the architectural organization of the Drosophila genome, providing historical perspective and insights from recent work. We will compare the linear and spatial segmentation of the fly genome and focus on the two key regulators of genome architecture: insulator components and Polycomb group proteins. With its unique set of genetic tools and a compact, well annotated genome, Drosophila is poised to remain a model system of choice for rapid progress in understanding principles of genome organization and to serve as a proving ground for development of 3D genome-engineering techniques.
Cell Biology of theCaenorhabditis elegansNucleus
Authors: Cohen-Fix Orna , Askjaer Peter 
Published: January 2017

AbstractStudies on the Caenorhabditis elegans nucleus have provided fascinating insight to the organization and activities of eukaryotic cells. Being the organelle that holds the genetic blueprint of the cell, the nucleus is critical for basically every aspect of cell biology. The stereotypical development of C. elegans from a one cell-stage embryo to a fertile hermaphrodite with 959 somatic nuclei has allowed the identification of mutants with specific alterations in gene expression programs, nuclear morphology, or nuclear positioning. Moreover, the early C. elegans embryo is an excellent model to dissect the mitotic processes of nuclear disassembly and reformation with high spatiotemporal resolution. We review here several features of the C. elegans nucleus, including its composition, structure, and dynamics. We also discuss the spatial organization of chromatin and regulation of gene expression and how this depends on tight control of nucleocytoplasmic transport. Finally, the extensive connections of the nucleus with the cytoskeleton and their implications during development are described. Most processes of the C. elegans nucleus are evolutionarily conserved, highlighting the relevance of this powerful and versatile model organism to human biology.
Wahakura Versus Bassinet for Safe Infant Sleep: A Randomized Trial
Authors: Baddock Sally A. , Tipene-Leach David , Williams Sheila M. , Tangiora Angeline , Jones Raymond , Iosua Ella , Macleod Emily C. , Taylor Barry J. 
Published: January 2017

OBJECTIVES:
To compare an indigenous sleep device (wahakura) for infants at high risk for sudden unexpected death with a bassinet, for measures of infant sleep position, head covering, breastfeeding, bed-sharing, and maternal sleep and fatigue.

METHODS:
A total of 200 mainly Māori pregnant women were recruited from deprived areas of New Zealand. They were randomized to receive a bassinet or wahakura and asked to sleep the infant in this device from birth. Questionnaires at 1, 3, and 6 months and an overnight infrared video in the home at 1 month were completed.

RESULTS:
An intention-to-treat and an “as-used” analysis of questionnaires showed no group differences at 1, 3, and 6 months in infant-adult direct bed-sharing (7% vs 12%, P = .24 at 1 month), and at the 6-month interview, the wahakura group reported twice the level of full breastfeeding (22.5% vs 10.7%, P = .04). Maternal sleep and fatigue were not significantly different between groups. Video identified no increase in head covering, prone/side sleep position, or bed-sharing in the wahakura group, either from intention-to-treat analysis, or when analyzed for actual sleep location.

CONCLUSION
There were no significant differences in infant risk behaviors in wahakura compared with bassinets and there were other advantages, including an increase in sustained breastfeeding. This suggests wahakura are relatively safe and can be promoted as an alternative to infant-adult bed-sharing. Policies that encourage utilization are likely to be helpful in high-risk populations.
Parental Obesity and Early Childhood Development
Authors: Yeung Edwina H. , Sundaram Rajeshwari , Ghassabian Akhgar , Xie Yunlong , Buck Louis Germaine 
Published: January 2017

BACKGROUND:
Previous studies identified associations between maternal obesity and childhood neurodevelopment, but few examined paternal obesity despite potentially distinct genetic/epigenetic effects related to developmental programming.

METHODS:
Upstate KIDS (2008–2010) recruited mothers from New York State (excluding New York City) at ∼4 months postpartum. Parents completed the Ages and Stages Questionnaire (ASQ) when their children were 4, 8, 12, 18, 24, 30, and 36 months of age corrected for gestation. The ASQ is validated to screen for delays in 5 developmental domains (ie, fine motor, gross motor, communication, personal-social functioning, and problem-solving ability). Analyses included 3759 singletons and 1062 nonrelated twins with ≥1 ASQs returned. Adjusted odds ratios (aORs) and 95% confidence intervals were estimated by using generalized linear mixed models accounting for maternal covariates (ie, age, race, education, insurance, marital status, parity, and pregnancy smoking).

RESULTS:
Compared with normal/underweight mothers (BMI &lt;25), children of obese mothers (26% with BMI ≥30) had increased odds of failing the fine motor domain (aOR 1.67; confidence interval 1.12–2.47). The association remained after additional adjustment for paternal BMI (1.67; 1.11–2.52). Paternal obesity (29%) was associated with increased risk of failing the personal-social domain (1.75; 1.13–2.71), albeit attenuated after adjustment for maternal obesity (aOR 1.71; 1.08–2.70). Children whose parents both had BMI ≥35 were likely to additionally fail the problem-solving domain (2.93; 1.09–7.85).

CONCLUSIONS:
Findings suggest that maternal and paternal obesity are each associated with specific delays in early childhood development, emphasizing the importance of family information when screening child development.
Recepcja twórczości Ricardy Huch w Polsce
Authors: JELITTO-PIECHULIK Gabriela 
Published: January 2017

Niniejszy artykuł przedstawia stan badań nad recepcją twórczości niemieckiej pisarki Ricardy Huch w Polsce. Recepcję jej twórczości w naszym kraju można rozpatrywać, analizując artykuły opublikowane w dziełach zwartych, biogramy zamieszczone w leksykonach i encyklopediach, przedstawienia dokonań literackich Huch w studiach dotyczących historii niemieckiej literatury, tłumaczenia jej wierszy, tłumaczenie powieści Erinnerungen von Ludolf Ursleu, dem Jüngeren [Wspomnienia Ludolfa Ursleu Juniora], przyznanie Nagrody im. Ricardy Huch Miasta Darmstadt polskiej pisarce Hannie Krall, a także projekt studentów opolskiej germanistyki propagujący twórczość R. Huch. O ile twórczość Ricardy Huch została odnotowana przez polskich badaczy literatury niemieckiej, o czym świadczą opracowania poświęcone jej spuściźnie literackiej, o tyle brak jest w dalszym ciągu rzetelnego opracowania naukowego zarówno na niemieckim, jak i polskim rynku wydawniczym, które ujęłoby ca-łościowo bardzo zróżnicowaną twórczość Huch i osadziło ją w kontekście estetyczno-literackim, historycznym, społecznym i politycznym.
Odczytywanie powieści Południca Julii Franck i Słownik Jenny Erpenbeck z perspektywy polskiej
Authors: PIOTROWSKA Katarzyna 
Published: January 2017

Autorka podejmuje tematykę recepcji w Polsce powieści Południca (Mittagsfrau) Julii Franck i powieści Słownik (Wörterbuch), autorstwa Jenny Erpenbeck. Analiza recenzji, komentarzy, omówień w obiegu akademickim i krytycznoliterackim (także nieprofesjonalnym obiegu internetowym) obu tych utworów wskazuje na większe zainteresowanie odczytywaniem Południcy niż Słownika. Przyczyn takiej sytuacji można dopatrywać się w działaniach promocyjnych wydawnictw, w których ukazały się powieści. Czytelnicy chętniej sięgają po autora konsekrowanego, już nagradzanego, posiadającego medialne uznanie i prestiż, niż po ważnego, posiadającego kapitał symboliczny. Autorka wskazuje ponadto, że odczytywaniu Południcy towarzyszy podkreślanie roli, jaką odgrywa w powieści perspektywa tożsamości narodowej mieszkańców Europy Wschodniej, natomiast optyka totalitarna, przez którą postrzegany jest Słownik Jenny Erpenbeck, ujawnia polsko-niemiecką bliskość historyczną, tożsamą dla obu państw z Bloku Wschodniego. Podsumowując artykuł, Autorka stwierdza, że młoda niemiecka literatura, reprezentowana przez omawiane autorki, wciąż rzadko jest przedmiotem badań akademickich.
Avaliação da produção e qualidade de frutos de melancia sob diferentes doses de potássio em cobertura
Authors: Rodrigues Joel Carlos Alves , Dos Reis Luis Lessi , Da Silva César Antonio 
Published: January 2017

O potássio desempenha várias funções na bioquímica e fisiologia das plantas, como nos processos de fotossíntese, transporte e armazenamento de assimilados. O objetivo do trabalho foi avaliar a produção e qualidade da melancia cv. ‘Crimson Select Plus’ em função de doses de potássio como cobertura. O delineamento experimental utilizado foi o de blocos ao acaso, com cinco tratamentos, quatro repetições e 20 plantas por parcela. Os tratamentos consistiram de cinco doses de potássio (0, 60, 120, 180 e 240 kg ha-1). A fonte de potássio utilizada foi o cloreto de potássio (60% de K2O), aplicado de forma parcelada em cobertura. Foram realizadas avaliações de produção e qualidade de frutos: diâmetro do fruto - DF (cm), comprimento de fruto - CF (cm), massa fresca - MF e seca do fruto - MS (kg fruto-1), espessura da polpa - EP (cm), espessura casca - EC (cm) e produtividade – PRODU (t ha-1). Para avaliação de qualidade, foram realizadas as análises de sólidos solúveis - SS (ºbrix), pH, acidez titulável - AT e índice de maturação - IM (SS/AT). A espessura de casca, pH, acidez titulável e índice de maturação não foi alterada pelas doses de potássio. A dose que apresentou melhores resultados para a cultura da melancia da cultivar “Crimson Select Plus” em cobertura foi de 209,39 kg de K2O ha-1
Indução de Inovações em Serviços: Qual o Papel das Compras Governamentais?
Authors: Moreira Marina Figueiredo , De Vargas Eduardo Raupp 
Published: January 2017

Este estudo tem por objetivo investigar a relação entre a prestação de serviços de software ao governo federal e o surgimento de inovações nas empresas desenvolvedoras. Adota-se uma abordagem integradora para o estudo da inovação em economias de serviços e utiliza-se o Chain-Linked Model como modelo para a compreensão do processo de indução. Tem-se um estudo de casos múltiplos, com dez unidades de análise. Coletam-se dados por entrevistas semi-estruturadas com profissionais de perfis estratégico e técnico identificando inovações em três momentos: pré-venda, prestação de serviços e pós-venda. Utiliza-se codificação temática para a construção de categorias para a análise dos dados coletados. Os resultados apontam surgimento de inovações apesar da não intencionalidade em sua indução. As soluções inovadoras desenvolvidas mostram-se mais voltadas ao atendimento a parâmetros burocráticos que à obtenção de benefício econômico, o que restringe sua difusão no mercado e limita sua aplicação à esfera governamental. Palavras-chave: Inovação em serviços; Compras governamentais; Compras para a inovação; Indução de inovações; Serviços de software.
Análise do impacto do orçamento base zero como fator de geração de competitividade em uma empresa do setor de office supplies no estado de São Paulo
Authors: Dos Santos Giovana Vieira 
Published: January 2017

Este relato técnico é um estudo de caso aplicado a uma empresa brasileira participante da indústria de Office Supplies (venda de produtos tais como: material de escritório, suprimentos de informática, higiene e limpeza, além de móveis e equipamentos destinados ao mercado B2B), sua atuação é limitada ao estado de São Paulo. A empresa estudada definiu dois pontos como sendo pilares de competitividade: o sistema logístico externo e um corpo de vendas bem treinado alinhado a estratégia da empresa. Entretanto, dado a evolução da concorrência já existente e a chegada de novos entrantes, a empresa estudada percebeu que já não eram suficientes estes dois fatores para manter a competitividade em longo prazo. A análise efetuada por este relato técnico tem como objetivo mostrar o caminho adotado por esta empresa para redefinição de competitividade.
Vestígios de cooperação e solidez na sociedade líquido-moderna: um olhar sobre um centro de tradições Gaúchas
Authors: Bolzan Larissa Medianeira , Da Rosa Alice Schaffer , Iochins Grisci Carmem Ligia 
Published: January 2017

No contexto da sociedade líquido-moderna onde palavras como velocidade, flexibilidade, imediatismo, desapego, mobilidade e rentabilidade circulam comprimindo o tempo numa “cultura da urgência” (BAUMAN, 2007; SENNETT, 2012), julga-se pertinente indagar: que vestígios de cooperação e de solidez relativos à experimentação do tempo poderiam se fazer notar? A fim de responder essa indagação, buscou-se levantar e analisar a existência de vestígios de cooperação e de solidez relativos à experimentação do tempo em um CTG (Centro de Tradições Gaúchas). Elaborou-se uma pesquisa qualitativa exploratória, realizada por meio de um estudo de caso singular, em que a unidade de análise é o 35 CTG, onde foram realizadas entrevistas narrativas com os associados. O estudo permitiu conhecer quais são os elementos, alguns dos rituais e a forma como estes operam no contexto do caso do 35 CTG, tornando palpável o contexto onde encontramos os vestígios da cooperação e solidez.
Editorial
Authors: Lara José Edson 
Published: January 2017

Prezado Leitor, A Revista Gestão & Tecnologia novamente vem oferecer-lhe contribuições contemporâneas, robustas, importantes e oportunas sobre temas pesquisados por autores procedentes de diversas partes do Brasil. Esta iniciativa significa para esta editoria e para os conselhos Editorial e Científico, grande satisfação e sentimento de cumprimento dos propósitos editoriais, ao criar oportunidade para a comunidade acadêmica brasileira expressar suas competências, esforços e resultados da singular atividade, que é a produção científica. Para a Fundação Pedro Leopoldo, mantenedora deste periódico, esta oferta significa muito, em termos da vocação institucional de contribuição significativa ao avanço do conhecimento científico e tecnológico...
Promoção social de jovens e adolescentes: parceria da cruz vermelha brasileira com a UFMG
Authors: Giroletti Domingos Antônio , Silva Olímpia Santos , Carvalho Lima Reginaldo de Jesus 
Published: January 2017

O artigo faz uma avaliação do Programa Ser Jovem destinado à inclusão social de jovens e adolescentes da RMBH em risco social. Trata-se de um estudo de caso descritivo que se propõe avaliar os resultados do Programa implementado pela Cruz Vermelha Brasileira, Seção de Minas Gerais (CVB-MG) em parceria com a Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG). Tem-se como referencial teórico políticas públicas coordenadas pelo Estado em atuação conjunta com instituições privadas e do terceiro setor na qualificação de jovens carentes e na sua inserção no mercado de trabalho. Na sua elaboração, usam-se dados de três fontes – pesquisa documental, entrevista qualitativa e aplicação de questionários para egressos – em sentido complementar.