bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Influence of the Air Distributor form on Flaky Particles Fluidization Characteristics in a Fluidized Bed
Authors: Li Feng , Liu Hanzhou , Shen Xianfeng , Zeng Qiang 
Published: April 2017

Abstract：In this paper, the deceleration method was proposed to investigate the combined effects of particle size, density and air distributor structure on fluidization features of flaky particles. It is shown that the average relative error of the minimum fluidization velocity (${{\rm{u}}_{{\rm{mf}}}}$) between the experimental and theoretical results found from literature is 12.08 %; as to cone-shaped air distributor, the${{\rm{u}}_{{\rm{mf}}}}$of particle in the case of 15° ∧-shaped air distributor is smaller than those in the case of horizontal and 30° ∧-shaped air distributors, while the particles fail to form stable fluidization by using ∨-shaped air distributor. Besides, the experimental correlation formula of flaky particles is derived for the${\rm{}}{{\rm{u}}_{{\rm{mf}}}}$using some of experimental data. Meanwhile, the hydrodynamics of 3D gas-solid flaky particles fluidized bed were studied computationally, the computational results show that the bed pressure drop and concentration distribution of particles with different form of air distributor are well in accordance with the experimental results.
Identifying NCAA tournament upsets using Balance Optimization Subset Selection
Authors: Dutta Shouvik , Jacobson Sheldon H. , Sauppe Jason J. 
Published: April 2017

AbstractThe NCAA basketball tournament attracts over 60 million people who fill out a bracket to try to predict the outcome of every tournament game correctly. Predictions are often made on the basis of instinct, statistics, or a combination of the two. This paper proposes a technique to select round-of-64 upsets in the tournament using a Balance Optimization Subset Selection model. The model determines which games feature match-ups that are statistically most similar to the match-ups in historical upsets. The technique is then applied to the tournament in each of the 13 years from 2003 to 2015 in order to select two games as potential upsets each year. Of the 26 selected games, 10 (38.4%) were actual upsets, which is more than twice as many as the expected number of correct selections when using a weighted random selection method.
Existence of Solutions of Abstract Nonlinear Mixed Functional Integrodifferential equation with nonlocal conditions
Authors: Dhakne Machindra B. , Bora Poonam S. 
Published: April 2017

Abstract
In this paper we discuss the existence of mild and strong solutions of abstract nonlinear mixed functional integrodifferential equation with nonlocal condition by using Sadovskii’s fixed point theorem and theory of fractional power of operators.
“Is it the case that … ?”: Building toward findings of fact in Japanese criminal trials
Authors: Nakane Ikuko 
Published: April 2017

AbstractThis article explores the adversarial nature of Japanese criminal court proceedings by analyzing functions of the questions with X to iu koto ga arimasu ka? (‘Is it the case that X took place?’), based on courtroom discourse data and trial manuals for legal professionals. To discuss the roles of lawyers’ questions with the projection with the frame “Is it the case that … ?” in witness examination, the projection’s ideational, textual and interpersonal functions are analyzed drawing on Halliday’s systemic functional approach to discourse. By analyzing sequential roles of the projection, the article highlights the ways in which it serves as a story-construction device, as well as a signpost marker towards exposing inconsistency in witness’s testimony. The analysis also reveals that the dual ideational meanings of the projection – one everyday and the other technical – may leave lay participants unaware of its legal purposes, thus creating a potentially problematic lay-professional communication gap. The discussion of the interpersonal aspect suggests the projection’s role to neutralize coercive force of leading questions as well as to index an identity of legal authority. The paper concludes that while projection “Is it the case … ?” seems to symbolize the adversarial nature of Japanese criminal trials, its neutralizing effect and arbitrariness in use also imply the pseudo-adversarial and hybrid orientation.
Duppying yoots in a dog eat dog world, kmt: Determining the senses of slang terms for the Courts
Authors: Grant Tim 
Published: April 2017

AbstractI describe and discuss a series of court cases that focus upon on decoding the meaning of slang terms. Examples include sexual slang used in a description by a child and an Internet Relay Chat containing a conspiracy to murder. I consider the task presented by these cases for the forensic linguist and the roles the linguist may assume in determining the meaning of slang terms for the Courts. These roles are identified as linguist as naïve interpreter, lexicographer, case researcher, and cultural mediator. Each of these roles is suggestive of different strategies that might be used from consulting formal slang dictionaries and less formal Internet sources, to collecting case specific corpora and examining all the extraneous material in a particular case. Each strategy is evaluated both in terms of the strength of evidence provided and its applicability to the forensic context.
Higher Quadriceps Roller Massage Forces Do Not Amplify Range-of-Motion Increases nor Impair Strength and Jump Performance
Authors: Grabow Lena , Young James D. , Alcock Lynsey R. , Quigley Patrick J. , Byrne Jeannette M. , Granacher Urs , Škarabot Jakob , Behm David G. 
Published: April 2017

Abstract
Grabow, L, Young, JD, Alcock, LR, Quigley, PJ, Byrne, JM, Granacher, U, Škarabot, J, and Behm, DG. Higher quadriceps roller massage forces do not amplify range-of-motion increases nor impair strength and jump performance. J Strength Cond Res 32(11): 3059–3069, 2018—Roller massage (RM) has been reported to increase range of motion (ROM) without subsequent performance decrements. However, the effects of different rolling forces have not been examined. The purpose of this study was to compare the effects of sham (RMsham), moderate (RMmod), and high (RMhigh) RM forces, calculated relative to the individuals' pain perception, on ROM, strength, and jump parameters. Sixteen healthy individuals (27 ± 4 years) participated in this study. The intervention involved three 60-second quadriceps RM bouts with RMlow (3.9/10 ± 0.64 rating of perceived pain [RPP]), RMmod (6.2/10 ± 0.64 RPP), and RMhigh (8.2/10 ± 0.44 RPP) pain conditions, respectively. A within-subject design was used to assess dependent variables (active and passive knee flexion ROM, single-leg drop jump [DJ] height, DJ contact time, DJ performance index, maximum voluntary isometric contraction [MVIC] force, and force produced in the first 200 milliseconds [F200] of the knee extensors and flexors). A 2-way repeated measures analysis of variance showed a main effect of testing time in active (p < 0.001, d = 2.54) and passive (p < 0.001, d = 3.22) ROM. Independent of the RM forces, active and passive ROM increased by 7.0% (p = 0.03, d = 2.25) and 15.4% (p < 0.001, d = 3.73) from premeasure to postmeasure, respectively. Drop jump and MVIC parameters were unaffected from pretest to posttest (p > 0.05, d = 0.33–0.84). Roller massage can be efficiently used to increase ROM without substantial pain and without subsequent performance impairments.
POLİTİK PAZARLAMA ARACI OLARAK SEÇMENLERİN POLİTİK GÜVEN ALGILARININ İNCELENMESİ ÜZERİNE BİR SAHA ARAŞTIRMASI
Authors: TAN Ahmet 
Published: April 2017

Demokrasi kültürünün gelişmesiyle birlikte, politikanın ve doğal olarak siyasi parti faaliyetlerinin pazarlama bakış açısıyla şekillenmesine yol açmış, politik pazarlama kavramının hem akademisyenler hem de profesyoneller için yeni bir çalışma alanı haline gelmesini sağlamıştır. Bu çalışma, seçmenlerin demografik ve sosyo- kültürel özellikleri açısından politik güven algılarında farklılık olup olmadığını incelemek amacıyla yapılmıştır. Gaziantep’te 574 katılımcıyla yüz yüze anket yoluyla toplanan veriler SPSS paket programı aracılığıyla, istatistiksel olarak analiz edilmiştir. Analiz sonuçlarına göre; seçmenlerin güven algılarını oluşturan üç faktörden biri olan güven değişkeninin yaş gruplarına göre (H1), eğitim düzeylerine göre (H4), meslek gruplarına göre (H10) ve siyasi görüşlerine göre (H13) farklılık gösterdiğini savunan hipotezler; faktörlerden biri olan siyaset dışı iş yapma değişkeninin eğitim düzeylerine göre (H6), gelir düzeylerine göre (H9) ve meslek gruplarına göre (H12) farklılık gösterdiğini savunan hipotezler kabul edilmiş, diğer hipotezler ise reddedilmiştir. Elde edilen sonuçların hem kavramsal olarak hem de literatürde bulunan sonuçlara uygun olması, bu konuyla ilgili çalışmaların sınırlı olması da göz önüne alındığında, ilgili literatüre önemli katkılar sağlamıştır.Anahtar kelimeler: politik pazarlama, politik güven, seçmen davranışıJel kod: C12, D72, M31
Genome-Wide Transcription and Functional Analyses Reveal Heterogeneous Molecular Mechanisms Driving Pyrethroids Resistance in the Major Malaria Vector Anopheles funestus Across Africa
Authors: Riveron Jacob M , Ibrahim Sulaiman S , Mulamba Charles , Djouaka Rousseau , Irving Helen , Wondji Murielle J , Ishak Intan H , Wondji Charles S 
Published: April 2017

Abstract
Pyrethroid resistance in malaria vector, An. funestus is increasingly reported across Africa, threatening the sustainability of pyrethroid-based control interventions, including long lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs). Managing this problem requires understanding of the molecular basis of the resistance from different regions of the continent, to establish whether it is being driven by a single or independent selective events. Here, using a genome-wide transcription profiling of pyrethroid resistant populations from southern (Malawi), East (Uganda), and West Africa (Benin), we investigated the molecular basis of resistance, revealing strong differences between the different African regions. The duplicated cytochrome P450 genes (CYP6P9a and CYP6P9b) which were highly overexpressed in southern Africa are not the most upregulated in other regions, where other genes are more overexpressed, including GSTe2 in West (Benin) and CYP9K1 in East (Uganda). The lack of directional selection on both CYP6P9a and CYP6P9b in Uganda in contrast to southern Africa further supports the limited role of these genes outside southern Africa. However, other genes such as the P450 CYP9J11 are commonly overexpressed in all countries across Africa. Here, CYP9J11 is functionally characterized and shown to confer resistance to pyrethroids and moderate cross-resistance to carbamates (bendiocarb). The consistent overexpression of GSTe2 in Benin is coupled with a role of allelic variation at this gene as GAL4-UAS transgenic expression in Drosophila flies showed that the resistant 119F allele is highly efficient in conferring both DDT and permethrin resistance than the L119. The heterogeneity in the molecular basis of resistance and cross-resistance to insecticides in An. funestus populations throughout sub-Saharan African should be taken into account in designing resistance management strategies.
A Genetic Analysis of the Caenorhabditis elegans Detoxification Response
Authors: Fukushige Tetsunari , Smith Harold E , Miwa Johji , Krause Michael W , Hanover John A 
Published: April 2017

Abstract
Oxidative damage contributes to human diseases of aging including diabetes, cancer, and cardiovascular disorders. Reactive oxygen species resulting from xenobiotic and endogenous metabolites are sensed by a poorly understood process, triggering a cascade of regulatory factors and leading to the activation of the transcription factor Nrf2 (Nuclear factor-erythroid-related factor 2, SKN-1 in Caenorhabditis elegans). Nrf2/SKN-1 activation promotes the induction of the phase II detoxification system that serves to limit oxidative stress. We have extended a previous C. elegans genetic approach to explore the mechanisms by which a phase II enzyme is induced by endogenous and exogenous oxidants. The xrep (xenobiotics response pathway) mutants were isolated as defective in their ability to properly regulate the induction of a glutathione S-transferase (GST) reporter. The xrep-1 gene was previously identified as wdr-23, which encodes a C. elegans homolog of the mammalian β-propeller repeat-containing protein WDR-23. Here, we identify and confirm the mutations in xrep-2, xrep-3, and xrep-4. The xrep-2 gene is alh-6, an ortholog of a human gene mutated in familial hyperprolinemia. The xrep-3 mutation is a gain-of-function allele of skn-1. The xrep-4 gene is F46F11.6, which encodes a F-box-containing protein. We demonstrate that xrep-4 alters the stability of WDR-23 (xrep-1), a key regulator of SKN-1 (xrep-3). Epistatic relationships among the xrep mutants and their interacting partners allow us to propose an ordered genetic pathway by which endogenous and exogenous stressors induce the phase II detoxification response.
Description of the previously unknown male of <i>Systropha</i> (<i>Austrosystropha</i>) <i>macronasuta</i> (Hymenoptera: Halictidae: Rophitinae) from Kenya
Authors: Bossert Silas , Patiny Sébastien 
Published: April 2017

We describe and illustrate for the first time the previously unknown male of Systropha (Austrosystropha) macronasuta Strand. We provide a species diagnosis and modified couplets of the recent identification key to allow for easy identification of this sex. Based on the first record of S. macronasuta from the African mainland, we discuss the distribution of the species.
A nesting aggregation of the solitary bee <i>Megachile atrata</i> (Hymenoptera: Megachilidae) in the Philippines
Authors: Starr Christopher K. 
Published: April 2017

A nesting aggregation of Megachile (Creightonella) atrata Smith in the Philippines comprised almost 300 active nests. The bees in rapid flight resemble the hornet Vespa tropica Linnaeus. The nest structure is similar to that reported for M. (C.) frontalis (Fabricius) in New Guinea.
Cardioprotective Potential of Methanol Extract of <i>Costus Afer</i> Leaf on Carbon Tetrachloride-Induced Cardiotoxicity in Albino Rats
Authors: Njoku U. O. , Nwodo O. F. C. , Ogugofor M. O. 
Published: April 2017

<em>Costus afer</em> leaf extract is one of the native heritages of folklore medicine in Nigeria, used for the treatment of various disease conditions. Therefore this study was undertaken to evaluate the cardioprotective potential of the methanol extract of <em>Costus afer</em> leaves on CCl<sub>4</sub>- induced cardiotoxicity in albino rats. Twenty-eight (28) albino rats were divided into four main groups: normal control (normal saline only), CCl<sub>4</sub> control (saline and CCl<sub>4</sub>), aspirin treated (1.2 mg/kg b.w aspirin and CCl<sub>4</sub>) and <em>Costus afer</em> extract treated (extract and CCl<sub>4</sub>) groups. <em>Costus afer</em> extract was administered in four doses; 100, 200, 300, and 400 mg/kg b.w. p.o for 7 days. On day 7, CCl<sub>4</sub> (2.5 ml) cardiotoxicity was induced in animals of CCl<sub>4</sub> control, aspirin treated and extract pre-treatment groups. The parameters studied in this respect were cardiac biomarker enzymes; Creatine Kinase (CK), Aspartate Transaminases (AST) and Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH), serum lipid profile; Triacylglycerol (TAG), Total Cholesterol (TC), Low Density Lipoprotein (LDL), High Density Lipoprotein (HDL) and artherogenic index (AR), lipid peroxidation; malondialdehyde (MDA) level and enzymatic antioxidant levels of cardiac tissue homogenate; Superoxide Dismutase (SOD), Catalase (CAT) and Glutathione Reductase (GR). CCl<sub>4</sub> intoxication produced significant (p &lt; 0.05) increases in cardiac biomarker enzymes, serum lipid profile (TAG, TC, and LDL) along with enhanced lipid peroxidation in heart, while significant (p &lt; 0.05) decreases in enzymatic antioxidant activities and HDL contents were also observed when compared to normal control. <em>Costus afer</em> leaf extract protected against CCl&lt; cardiotoxic effect by restoring the cardiac functions alterations, augmenting antioxidant activities, reducing lipid peroxidation and improving lipid profile levels near normal. From the results, <em>Costus afer</em> leaves expressed cardioprotective potential and could be helpful in the management of cardiac dysfunction.
Extraoral Uses of Autologous Oral Soft Tissue Grafts: A Different Bridge Between Mouth and Body Health
Authors: Gordon Ross I. , Parashis Andreas O. , Tatakis Dimitris N. 
Published: April 2017

Focused Clinical Question: Are there any extraoral uses for intraoral soft tissue grafts?Summary: Despite extensive literature on the intraoral uses of soft tissue autografts harvested from oral sites, the periodontal literature is lacking information on the extraoral uses of such grafts. The purpose of this article is to review the autologous use of certain oral soft tissue grafts for extraoral indications. A literature search revealed that several medical specialties, including otolaryngology, ophthalmology, dermatology, plastic surgery, and urology, have a track record of positive outcomes with the use of free gingival, buccal fat pad, and buccal mucosa grafts for a wide variety of reconstructive procedures at diverse body sites.Conclusions: The numerous successful extraoral uses of oral soft tissue autografts underscore the versatility of these tissues in reconstructive surgery and suggest there is potential for collaboration between periodontal and medical specialists for the benefit of patients in need of such reconstructions. Broader awareness of these applications of oral soft tissue grafts could help expand their current uses and would allow practitioners to better answer possible patient inquiries.
Pengembangan model pembelajaran penguatan vocational life skills mahasiswa berwawasan kewirausahaan di bidang teknik mesin
Authors: Mursid R. 
Published: April 2017

Penelitian dan pengembangan ini bertujuan untuk: (1) mengembangkan model pembelajaran penguatan vocational life skills mahasiswa berwawasan kewirausahaan; dan (2) mengimplementasikan model pembelajaran penguatan vocational life skills mahasiswa berwawasan kewirausahaan. (3) mengetahui efektivitas dan keunggulan model; dan (4) mengimplentasikan model. Metode penelitian dan pengembangan dengan Borg & Gall dan perencanaan strategi pembelajaran dalam pengembangan model dengan menggunakan rancangan Dick & Carey. Berdasarkan hasil dari validasi ahli pada: ahli bidang studi, ahli desain pembelajaran, ahli desain grafis semuanya menunjukkan bahwa model pembelajaran penguatan vocational life skill layak digunakan dalam pelaksanaan pembelajaran pada mahasiswa jurusan teknik mesin. Juga pada uji coba perorangan, uji coba kelompok kecil dan uji coba lapangan menunjukan kelayakan model yang dikembangkan dan dalam kategori baik. Uji efektivitas, dapat disimpulkan bahwa nilai rata-rata hasil belajar yang diajar dengan menggunakan modul vocational life skills berwawasan kewirausahaan lebih tinggi dibandingkan dengan nilai rata-rata hasil belajar yang diajar dengan menggunakan buku teks.Kata kunci: model pembelajaran penguatan vocational life skills, kewirausahaan, teknik mesin LEARNING MODEL DEVELOPMENT OF STUDENTS LIFE SKILLS VOCATIONAL STRENGTHENING INSIGHTFUL ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERINGAbstractResearch and development is aimed at: (1) develop learning models strengthening vocational life skills, entrepreneurial-minded students; and (2) implement a reinforcement learning model vocational life skills, entrepreneurial-minded students. (3) evaluate the efficacy and advantages of the model; and (4) implementing the models. Methods of research and development with Borg & Gall and planning learning strategies in model development by using design Dick & Carey. Based on the results of the validation experts at: expert studies, expert instructional design, graphic design expert everything suggests that the reinforcement learning model vocational decent life skill used in the implementation of learning in students majoring in mechanical engineering. Also on individual testing, small group trial and field trials showed the feasibility of the model developed and in both categories. Effectiveness test, it can be concluded that the average value of learning outcomes are taught using modules vocational life skills, entrepreneurial-minded higher than the average value of learning outcomes are taught using textbooks.Keywords: reinforcement learning model vocational life skills, entrepreneurship, engineering
The determinats of e-learning usage by teachers of vocational high schools in the Yogyakarta Special Region
Authors: Priyanto Priyanto , Sofyan Herminarto , Surjono Herman Dwi 
Published: April 2017

The purpose of the study was to find the determinants of e-learning implementation by teachers of vocational school in the Yogyakarta Special Region. The research objective was achieved by describing the essential influence of social environment and facilitating conditions toward the technology acceptance model of e-learning. The study was a correlational research one with an ex-post facto approach. The number of research sample was 132 teachers and the research sample was determined by the Krejcie & Morgan formula. The research sample was distributed by means of proportional random sampling technique. The primary data source was the teachers’ self report which had been collected by using a questionnaire. The observation and the open-ended interviews were conducted in order to support the primary data. The content validity was assessed by means of expert judgment and the construct validity was calculated by means of Pearson correlation. The reliability was determined by means of Cronbach's Alpha minimum value namely 0.70. The data analysis was performed by using path analysis at a significance level of 0.05. The study concluded that the effect of social environment and facilitating conditions to the e-learning usage had been mediated by three main variables of Technology Acceptance Model (TAM), namely perceived usefulness, perceived ease of use, and intention to use.Keywords: E-learning, technology acceptance model, social environment, facilitating conditions. DETERMINAN PENGGUNAAN E-LEARNING OLEH GURU SMK DI DAERAH ISTIMEWA YOGYAKARTAAbstrakStudi ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui faktor determinan penggunaan e-learning oleh guru SMK di Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta. Tujuan ini dicapai dengan cara menjelaskan hakikat pengaruh lingkungan sosial sekolah dan kondisi fasilitas teknologi terhadap model penerimaan teknologi e-learning. Studi ini merupakan penelitian korelasional bersifat ex-post facto. Sampel penelitian sebanyak 132 guru ditentukan menggunakan formula Krejcie & Morgan didistribusikan dengan teknik proportional random sampling. Sumber data primer adalah laporan diri guru, dikumpulkan menggunakan kuesioner. Observasi dan wawancara terbuka dilakukan sebagai pendukung data primer. Validasi isi dilakukan dengan expert judgment dan validasi konstruk dilakukan dengan korelasi Pearson. Reliabilitas ditentukan dengan dengan nilai Cronbach’s Alpha minimal 0,70. Analisis data dilakukan dengan analisis jalur pada taraf signifikansi 0,05. Hasil studi menunjukkan pengaruh lingkungan sosial dan kondisi yang memfasilitasi terhadap penggunaan e-learning dimediasi oleh tiga variabel utama model penerimaan teknologi, yaitu kegunaan, kemudahan penggunaan, dan intensi.Kata kunci: e-learning, model penerimaan teknologi, lingkungan sosial, kondisi yang memfasilitas