bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Population potential within the urban environment and intra-urban railway network opportunities in Bratislava (Slovakia)
Authors: Ďurček Pavol , Horňák Marcel 
Published: February 2017

AbstractUrban environments in post-socialist cities have generated new challenges for urban planners and decision makers. As one example, the transport infrastructure of Bratislava has not been adjusted with respect to increasing mobility and the transit problems of its intra-urban environment. An upgrading of the conventional railway networks within the city is one of the major opportunities which might considerably improve public transit capacities available for both intra-urban and regional (suburban) transport flows of passengers. Relevant studies on the population potential of residents supporting such upgrades are still lacking. In addition, a detailed database on population distributions within the intra-urban environments of Slovak cities is not yet available. Therefore, this paper attempts to introduce one of the possible methodological approaches leading to an estimation of population potential as an elementary precondition of intra-urban railway traffic effectiveness, in a society where a detailed database on population distribution is not available.
A Novel Adaptive Frequency Estimation Algorithm Based on Interpolation FFT and Improved Adaptive Notch Filter
Authors: Shen Ting-ao , Li Hua-nan , Zhang Qi-xin , Li Ming 
Published: February 2017

Abstract
The convergence rate and the continuous tracking precision are two main problems of the existing adaptive notch filter (ANF) for frequency tracking. To solve the problems, the frequency is detected by interpolation FFT at first, which aims to overcome the convergence rate of the ANF. Then, referring to the idea of negative feedback, an evaluation factor is designed to monitor the ANF parameters and realize continuously high frequency tracking accuracy. According to the principle, a novel adaptive frequency estimation algorithm based on interpolation FFT and improved ANF is put forward. Its basic idea, specific measures and implementation steps are described in detail. The proposed algorithm obtains a fast estimation of the signal frequency, higher accuracy and better universality qualities. Simulation results verified the superiority and validity of the proposed algorithm when compared with original algorithms.
Crystal structure of poly-[(μ6-benzene-1,2,4,5-tetracarboxylato)-(μ2-1,2-bis(imidazol-1-ylmethyl)benzene)dicobalt(II)], Co2C24H16N4O8
Authors: Liu Ping , Liu Qiuxia , Zhao Ning , An Caixia , Lian Zhaoxun 
Published: February 2017

Abstract
Co2C24H16N4O8, triclinic, P1̅ (no. 2), a = 7.3859(13) Å, b = 9.5719(17) Å, c = 16.442(3) Å, α = 77.450(3)°, β = 85.065(3)°, γ = 84.844(3)°, V = 1127.4(3) Å3, Z = 2, R
gt(F) = 0.0457, wR
ref(F2) = 0.1058, T = 296(2) K.
Crystal structure of poly-[diaqua-bis(μ-4,4′-bipyridine-κ2
N:N′)cobalt(II)] bis(4-chlorobenzenesulfonate) – 4,4′-bipyridine – water (1/1/2), C42H40Cl2CoN6O10S2
Authors: Liu Zheng-Jun , Chen Xiao-Miao , Deng Tao-Li 
Published: February 2017

Abstract
C42H40Cl2CoN6O10S2, monoclinic, C2/c, a = 17.447(6) Å, b = 11.467(4) Å, c = 22.691(4) Å, β = 108.31(5)°, V = 4310(2) Å3, Z = 4, R
gt(F) = 0.0341, wR
ref(F
2) = 0.0921, T = 296 K.
Crystal structure of chlorido-(N-(2,5-dichlorophenyl)-1-(pyridin-2-yl)methanimine-κ2
N,N′)(η
6-1-isopropyl-4-methyl benzene) ruthenium (II) tetrafluoroborate, C22H22Cl3N2BF4Ru
Authors: Gichumbi Joel M. , Omondi Bernard , Friedrich Holger B. 
Published: February 2017

Abstract
C22H22Cl3N2BF4Ru, monoclinic, P21/n (no. 14), a = 15.067(5) Å, b = 10.409(5) Å, c = 16.503(5) Å, β = 112.75(5)°, V = 2386.9(16) Å3, Z = 4, R
gt(F) = 0.0211, wR
ref(F
2) = 0.0535, T = 173 K.
Crystal structure of methyl 1-(4-fluorobenzyl)-3-phenyl-1H-pyrazole-5-carboxylate, C18H15FN2O2
Authors: Xu Wen-Chang , You Jin-Zong , Zhang Yi-Ping , Huang Xu-Wen , Li Tang-Qi , Tong Sheng-Yue , Qi De-Qiang 
Published: February 2017

Abstract
C18H15FN2O2, triclinic, P1̅ (no. 2), a = 7.8272(8) Å, b = 9.6662(10) Å, c = 10.9834(12) Å, α = 107.859(2)°, β = 92.559(2)°, γ = 99.415(2)°, V = 776.31(14) Å3, Z = 2, R
gt(F) = 0.0407, wR
ref(F
2) = 0.1187, T = 296 K.
A New Species of Stellilabium (Orchidaceae) Segregated from S. morganiae
Authors: Kolanowska Marta , Trejo Ramiro Medina , Lipińska Monika 
Published: February 2017

AbstractA new species of Stellilabium Schltr. is described and illustrated based on material collected in Colombia. The new species is most similar to S. morganiae Dodson, but differs from it in flower morphology. The gynostemium appendages of the new entity are ovate and widely spreading; in S. morganiae they are relatively small, not spreading, and oblong-ovate, and do not exceed the lip basal part in width.
Biosorption of nickel (II) and zinc (II) from aqueous solutions by the biomass of yeast Yarrowia lipolytica
Authors: Wierzba Sławomir 
Published: February 2017

Abstract
This study examined the biosorption process of Ni(II) and Zn(II) from an aqueous solution by dead biomass of Yarrowia lipolytica. Optimum biosorption conditions were determined as a function of pH, biomass dosage, contact time, and temperature. The biosorbent was characterized by FTIR, which indicated the participation of hydroxyl, carboxyl, amide and amine groups in the process of binding the metal ions. The results showed that the biosorption processes of both metal ions closely followed pseudo-second order kinetics. The equilibrium data of Ni(II) and Zn(II) ions at 20, 30 and 40°C fitted the Langmuir and Freundlich isotherm models. Langmuir isotherm provided a better fit to the equilibrium data, with a maximum biosorption capacity of the Y. lipolytica biomass for Ni(II) and Zn(II) of 30.12 and 44.44 mg/g respectively. The calculated thermodynamic parameters demonstrated that the biosorption of Ni(II) and Zn(II) ions onto the Y. lipolytica was feasible, spontaneous and endothermic.
Removal of lead(II) ions by an adsorption process with the use of an advanced SiO2/lignin biosorbent
Authors: Klapiszewski Łukasz , Bartczak Przemysław , Szatkowski Tomasz , Jesionowski Teofil 
Published: February 2017

Abstract
We demonstrate here that lignin can be successfully combined with silica to create a multifunctional material with considerable sorption capabilities. Experiments were carried out in which a silica/lignin hybrid was used for the removal of lead(II) ions from water solutions. Adsorption kinetics were also determined and preliminary regeneration tests were performed. The effectiveness of the adsorption process depends on the following parameters: contact time of adsorbent and adsorbate (equilibrium times: 5 min for concentration 25 mg/L, 10 min for 50 and 75 mg/L, 60 min for 100 mg/L), pH (optimal pH = 5) and adsorbent mass. The kinetics of the adsorption of lead(II) ions on the SiO2/lignin biosorbent are best described by a pseudo-second-order model. Adsorption isotherms of lead(II) ions were also determined. The experimental data were found to be in agreement with the Langmuir model, and the maximal sorption capacity of the adsorbent with respect to lead(II) was 89.02 mg/g.
Figurative Language Processing: Irony. Introduction to the Issue
Authors: Bokus Barbara , Kałowski Piotr 
Published: February 2017

Abstract
Processing of figurative (nonliteral) language is the focus of this special issue of Psychology of Language and Communication. The main theme is irony, which has been called “the ethos of our times” (Wampole, 2012). The texts presented here consider irony from many different angles, thus expanding the psycholinguistic perspective to include problems of key importance for understanding the phenomenon. All of these texts open up new questions on irony comprehension and production. The next special issue (to be published in 2017) will discuss research on a different type of nonliteral language: metaphors.
The “ASEAN Way”. A decolonial path beyond “Asian values”?
Authors: Visone Tommaso 
Published: February 2017

Abstract
The difference between ASEAN and EU in the political and economic realm has an interesting parallel in the system of values and “rights” that are sustained by the two organisations. In effect if we look to ASEAN Human Rights Declaration (2012) or general political principles adopted inside ASEAN we will find several value-oriented peculiarities that distinguish it from EU political and juridical fundamental principles. At the same time such a system of values does not fit with the “Asian Values approach”. Thus the ASEAN Sonderweg results as an original hybrid of western and local values that goes beyond the “Orientalist” mask of Asia, defining an identity that assumes a singular inclination that could be defined as a difficult and problematic effort towards a “decolonial” option.
Plimpton 322: A Universal Cuneiform Table for Old Babylonian Mathematicians, Builders, Surveyors and Teachers
Authors: Hajossy Rudolf 
Published: February 2017

AbstractThis article deals with the damaged and incomplete Old Babylonian tabletPlimpton 322which contains 4 columns and 15 rows of a cuneiform mathematical text. It has been shown that the presumed original table with its 7 columns and 39 rows represented: a table of square roots of numbers from 0 to 2 for mathematicians; an earliest rudiments of a trigonometric table for builders and surveyors where angles are not measured as an arc in a unit circle but as a side of a unit right-angled triangle; a list of the 39 exercises on reciprocal pairs, unit and integer-side right triangles (rectangles), factorization and square numbers for teachers.The article provides new arguments in favor of old disputes (squares of diagonals or widths; mistakes in previous analysis of errors inP322). Contradictory ideas aboutP322are discussed: Is it the table of triangle sides or factorization terms? Was it compiled by a parallel or independent factorization of the sides or of their squares? Are sides of an initial unit triangle enlarged or reduced by such a factorization? Does it contain two or four arithmetical errors?Time and dimensional requirements for calculation and writing of the complete tablet have been also estimated.
Development Potentials and Strategic Objectives of Intelligent Transport Systems Improving Road Safety
Authors: Pauer Gábor 
Published: February 2017

Abstract
Reducing the number of road accident victims is a declared purpose of the European Union. Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) are able to contribute to this by warning and supporting the drivers, therefore improving road safety. The aim of our research was to analyze the safety aspects of ITS systems, structuring the solutions, analyzing and exploring the opportunities for development. Strategic objectives have been evaluated and relevant processes for achieving them have been summarized. The research efficiently contributes to the utilization of development potentials of ITS systems.
Road Traffic Congestion Management Based on a Search-Allocation Approach
Authors: Raiyn Jamal 
Published: February 2017

Abstract
This paper introduces a new scheme for road traffic management in smart cities, aimed at reducing road traffic congestion. The scheme is based on a combination of searching, updating, and allocation techniques (SUA). An SUA approach is proposed to reduce the processing time for forecasting the conditions of all road sections in real-time, which is typically considerable and complex. It searches for the shortest route based on historical observations, then computes travel time forecasts based on vehicular location in real-time. Using updated information, which includes travel time forecasts and accident forecasts, the vehicle is allocated the appropriate section. The novelty of the SUA scheme lies in its updating of vehicles in every time to reduce traffic congestion. Furthermore, the SUA approach supports autonomy and management by self-regulation, which recommends its use in smart cities that support internet of things (IoT) technologies.
Car Ownership Models in Iran: A Review of Methods and Determinants
Authors: Shaygan Maryam , Mamdoohi Amirreza , Masoumi Houshmand E. 
Published: February 2017

Abstract
The achievement of sustainable transportation and the desire to reduce car ownership are important aspects of urban planning, especially in developing countries. This paper presents an overview of researches and studies conducted on car ownership to find the knowledge gap and neglected modelling methods that should be employed in the further researches in Iran as one of the Middle East countries. It is found that car ownership models have under gone modification and improvement from regression models towards discrete choice models, although more improvement is necessary and underway. Lack of reliable aggregate and disaggregate data regarding public transport, land use, behavioural and socioeconomic variables particularly for small cities is prominent. To fill the gap, more descriptive and analytical researches and more complex modelling methods and variables need be delved.
Evaluation of Stock Management Strategies Reliability at Dependent Demand
Authors: Lukinskiy Valery , Lukinskiy Vladislav 
Published: February 2017

Abstract
For efficiently increasing the logistic systems, the core specialists’ attention has to be directed to reducing costs and increasing supply chains reliability. A decent attention to costs reduction has already been paid, so it can be stated that in this way there is a significant progress. But the problem of reliability evaluation is still insufficiently explored, particularly, in such an important sphere as inventory management at the dependent demand.
In the article there is a suggested methodical approach that allows calculating the safety stock quantity at the dependent demand in view of supply chains reliability requirements; the variants for different inventory management strategies at the dependent demand are examined; optimal strategy choice algorithm and results of total costs calculation in view of the reliability are given.
Sexual and Romantic Experiences of Transgender Youth Before Gender-Affirmative Treatment
Authors: Bungener Sara L. , Steensma Thomas D. , Cohen-Kettenis Peggy T. , de Vries Annelou L.C. 
Published: February 2017

OBJECTIVE:
In various Western countries early medical gender-affirmative treatment has become increasingly available for transgender adolescents. Research conducted before the start of medical gender-affirming treatment has focused on psychological and social functioning, and knowledge about the sexual health of this specific young group is lacking.

METHODS:
Gender identity clinics referred 137 adolescents: 60 transgirls (birth-assigned boys, mean age 14.11 years, SD 2.21) and 77 transboys (birth assigned girls, mean age 15.14 years, SD 2.09; P = .05). A questionnaire on sexual experiences (kissing, petting while undressed, sexual intercourse), romantic experiences (falling in love, romantic relationships), sexual orientation, negative sexual experiences, and sexual satisfaction was administered. Experiences of the transgender adolescents were compared with data for same-aged youth of a Dutch general population study (N = 8520).

RESULTS:
Of the transgender adolescents, 77% had fallen in love, 50% had had a romantic relationship, 26% had experienced petting while undressed, and 5% had had sexual intercourse. Transboys had more sexual experience than transgirls. In comparison with the general population, transgender adolescents were both sexually and romantically less experienced.

CONCLUSIONS:
Despite challenges, transgender adolescent are sexually active, although to a lesser extent than their peers from the general population.
Counseling Parents and Teens About Marijuana Use in the Era of Legalization of Marijuana
Authors: Ryan Sheryl A. , Ammerman Seth D. ,   COMMITTEE ON SUBSTANCE USE AND PREVENTION, Gonzalez Pamela K. , Patrick Stephen W. , Quigley Joanna , Walker Leslie R. 
Published: February 2017

This Clinical Report was reaffirmed January 2024.
Many states have recently made significant changes to their legislation making recreational and/or medical marijuana use by adults legal. Although these laws, for the most part, have not targeted the adolescent population, they have created an environment in which marijuana increasingly is seen as acceptable, safe, and therapeutic. This clinical report offers guidance to the practicing pediatrician based on existing evidence and expert opinion/consensus of the American Academy of Pediatrics regarding anticipatory guidance and counseling to teenagers and their parents about marijuana and its use. The recently published technical report provides the detailed evidence and references regarding the research on which the information in this clinical report is based.
I <i>Am</i> Big, It’s the <i>Pictures</i> That Got Small
Authors: Wissner Reba 
Published: February 2017

Franz Waxman composed over 150 film scores, the most famous of which is Billy Wilder’s film noir Sunset Boulevard (1950). The film plot bears a striking resemblance to Rod Serling’s teleplay for The Twilight Zone, “The Sixteen-Millimeter Shrine” (1959). Waxman, composer of the film, was approached to compose a score for a television episode that was what many term a shortened version of Wilder’s film for the small screen, but with supernatural elements. This article serves to remedy the dearth of literature on this topic and to form an examination of the ways that Waxman conceived of music to accompany films with similar themes but on different screens. Through this comparison of the two scores, a clearer picture of Waxman’s approaches to composing music for moving images will be presented.
Analytical study of adolescent pregnancies at a tertiary care centre
Authors: Srivastava Shubha , Chandra Madhuri , Singh Umesh Kumar 
Published: February 2017

Background: According to World Health Organization, about 16 million girls aged 15 to 19 and some 1 million girls under the age of 15 give birth every year. Teenage pregnancies have shown association with higher risks of prematurity, low birth weight, preeclampsia and anaemia as compared to adult pregnancies. The present study was analytical study of pregnant adolescent girls and feto-maternal outcome at a tertiary care centre.Methods: Girls between 10 to19 years, who attended the antenatal clinic and/or who were admitted in the hospital while pregnant or during labour were included in the study. A questionnaire along with detailed history and examination were done. Adolescents who were admitted for confinement, details of labour and mode of delivery were noted. The newborn was assessed in context of prematurity, IUGR or any other complications and referral to NICU.Results: Of the 1870 adolescent girls attending the OPD, 1234 (65.98%) were pregnant. There were 429 (4.02%) teenage deliveries in the institute during the study period. The girls were mostly married, older teenagers and primigravidas. The use of contraception was poor and awareness regarding antenatal care was lacking. The most common risk factor was anemia. The other risk factors included HDP, preterm labor, PROM, IUGR, hemorrhage and previous LSCS.Conclusions: Early childbearing increases the risks for both mothers and their newborns. A delay in marriage givesadolescents opportunities for higher education, thus empowers them. Sex education should be a part of the school curriculum. Good antenatal care may reduce complications of teenage pregnancy.
A retrospective study of colorectal carcinoma in central India
Authors: H. Suresh Clement , Babu S. Madhu , Ahmad Samir , M. Harsha Omkar 
Published: February 2017

Background: Inner lining of lobules or ducts of milk of breast tissue is the origin of the breast cancer. Among females, it constitutes 10.4% of cancer cases incidence all over the world. It thus is the fifth leading cause of mortality all over the world. As known, it is more common in females than males. The objective of this study was to study the clinical and epidemiological profile of breast cancer patients.Methods: A hospital based cross sectional study was carried out for a period of two and half years at M. G. M. Hospital, Warangal. Both males and females of 30 years and above were included in the study. Total number of carcinoma cases admitted during 2005 to 2007 for a period of two and half years were 1,428. Total number of carcinoma breast cases admitted during 2005 to 2007 for a period of two and half years were 242.Results: Maximum cases i.e. 44.6% belonged to stage III of breast cancer. Maximum cases were seen among Hindus i.e. 76.4%. As expected, only one case was reported by males which constituted only 0.42%. Highest number of cases i.e. 99 (40.9%) were reported during the age group of 40-50 years. Multi para women constituted more number of cases in 78.8%. Maximum number of cases of breast cancer i.e. 41.6% occurred among menstruating women. Most commonly affected quadrant was upper outer in 55.1% of cases. The most common type was Schirrous carcinoma in 39.6% of cases.Conclusions: Upper outer quadrant was most commonly affected. This indicates that the women in the reproductive age group should be directed to examine their breast daily with specific attention to upper outer quadrant.
A study of clinical profile and management of perforation peritonitis in a tertiary health centre located in Central India
Authors: Jain Neeraj Kumar , Jain Manjari Goel , Maini Sunil , Khobragade Vicky 
Published: February 2017

Background: Perforation peritonitis is the most common surgical emergency in India. The spectrum of etiology of perforation in tropical countries continues to be different from its Western counterpart. The objective of the study was to highlight the spectrum of perforation peritonitis as encountered by us at RKDF medical college and research centre, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India.Methods: Our prospective observational study was conducted at Department of General Surgery, R.K.D.F. Medical College and Research Centre, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India during period of August 2013 to August 2015. Total 110 cases of perforation peritonitis were included. Patient detailed history, symptoms, sign, blood investigation finding, cause of perforation, site of perforation, type of surgery, post-operative complications and mortality were assessed and result were compared with other studies.Results: The most common cause of perforation in our series was perforated peptic ulcer (52 cases) followed by typhoid fever perforation (21 cases), appendicular (16 cases) and tuberculosis (11 cases). Despite delay in seeking medical treatment, the overall mortality (16.36%) was comparable with other published series though the overall morbidity (63%) was unusually high.Conclusions: In contrast to western literature, where lower gastrointestinal tract perforations predominate, upper gastrointestinal tract perforations constitute the majority of cases in Central India.