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Evaluation of an e-learning device for workers’ compulsory training: an example of collaboration between university and company
Authors: Falcinelli Floriana , Gatti Marco , Ugolini Francesco Claudio , Sabatinid Serena 
Published: January 2017

Abstract
In this article, we present the collaboration between the Quality, Hygiene, Security and Training department of the service provider of the Coop-branded cooperatives and the Human Sciences and Education Department of the University of Perugia, the objective of which was compulsory training in the fields of Job Security and Food Hygiene, provided by the company in e-learning, and addressing the employees of several cooperatives operating in the largescale organised distribution sector.
The collaboration contemplates two steps. The first one consisted of the certification of compliance according to certain quality criteria. Course evaluation and certification were therefore assigned to an external institution that researches these subjects and thus was able to provide the training governance team with matter for reflection on the implemented training path, also indicating some potential aspects that needed to be further developed. The second step consisted of a wide-ranging, articulated empirical research that, on the one hand, enabled the university to cast light on a phenomenon that has been studied little or not at all from an educational viewpoint and, on the other, has enabled the Consorzio Interprovinciale di Servizi-Quality, Hygiene, Security and Training department (CIS-QuISF) to enhance its professional perspective and the e-learning mode to gain increasing recognition.
Forming Professional Mobility in the Process of Future Master Philologists’ Training in Ukraine and Abroad
Authors: Semenog Olena 
Published: January 2017

Abstract On the basis of scientific research, the experience of higher education institutions in Ukraine and abroad (the USA, the Swiss Confederation) concerning the forming of future philologists’ professional mobility in the process of Master training has been generalized. It has been overviewed, that professional mobility is an essential indicator of the professional and social maturity of a worker. It has been found out that the content of the Master training has to ensure the forming of such features of professional mobility: openness and creativity, which are expressed in susceptibility to new and rejection from stereotypes, in the creative attitude to the profession; commitment to occupy the new activities; an ability for quick adaptation to changing conditions of professional activity; communication. It has been proved, that the forming of specialists’ professional mobility in philology in the process of Master training is more productive when it is based on the ground of values and consistent with professional competence. Having analysed the experience of the aforementioned universities, state standards of competence training of Master philologists have been developed. They are oriented to innovation in professional activities. As a result of fundamental scientific training, which is undertaken during problem lectures, seminars, discussions, scientific workshops, there is a specialist with high social maturity, professional liability, with philological and pedagogical knowledge, words and style, reading culture, compression, editing, translation, building a new high-quality text, communicative culture, with the willingness to use the experience in various fields of teaching, scientific research, administrative innovation.
New Technologies as a Tool for Changing Academic Communities in the Global Context
Authors: Jankowska Dorota , Tanaś Maciej 
Published: January 2017

Abstract It has been defined that knowledge society emerges at the end of the twentieth century as the socio-economic structure characteristic for developed societies in which unlike in industrial societies, the dominant sector of economy is services and the largest social group is the “men of knowledge”. It has been indicated that the development of the knowledge society is considered in connection with scientific and technological development and the expansion of new technologies as they determined is that we live in a globalized world, connected by a dense network of connections and intensive contacts both between the individuals and the authorities at local, regional, national and transnational or institutions level or between the institutions of various types, among which, of course, there are also educational institutions, including universities. It has been concluded that the accentuated thought should be read as a contemporary call for the implementation of the classic academic ideas in the conditions of the use of new technologies. Paraphrasing a metaphor of J. Morbitzer, modern university institutions should become intellectual arcs that will save humanity from the information deluge, the flood of endless, murky waves to safely bring it to the port of the society in which knowledge will be a resource for creative and innovative activities. A very important task is in the situation of current unprecedented acceleration of technical and technological progress not to lose the deep humanistic character of the educational process in which the modern technology should well serve a man and not contribute to its enslavement.
Forming Future Specialists’ Valeological Competency: Theoretical Analysis of Domestic and Foreign Scholars’ Views
Authors: Maksymchuk Borys 
Published: January 2017

Abstract The article deals with the analysis of theoretical and methodical principles of forming students’ valeological competency in the process of physical education in higher pedagogical education institutions in domestic and foreign scientific literature. It has been defined that one of the most prominent factors in future teachers’ training for valeological education is higher pedagogical education. The content and character of its influence determine the way how future teachers are trained to organize valeological education at schools, teach the Basics of Health to the 1-4 graders, adhere to the most important principles of the educational process that ensure a gradual and effective solving of valeological tasks. It has been concluded that the competency-based approach ensures social realization of specialists as it teaches how to solve professional needs and problems that emerge in cognitive, technological and mental activities, in the spheres of ethical, social, legal, professional, personal relations, provides for such educational content that does not contain only a knowledgeoriented component, but also provides integrative experience in solving life problems, carrying out key functions, social roles, realizing competences.
A Multilevel Analysis of the Returns to Education in Ecuador. The Multifaceted Impact of Human Capital
Authors: Orellana Mercy Raquel , Răileanu Szeles Monica , Argudo Barrera Dalia Maritza 
Published: January 2017

Abstract
This paper analyses the returns to education in Ecuador based on cross-sectional data collected by a National Survey at the individual- and canton-levels in 2005 and 2015. The multilevel analysis provides the methodological framework that allows capturing the regional peculiarities of data as well as addressing the high regional economic heterogeneity. The two level- random intercept and random slope models are used to examine the impact of individual-level and canton-level characteristics on the labour income. In subsidiary, the paper explains the proportion of variance in individual- level income that is explained by canton- level characteristics.
Krein-space operators determined by free product algebras induced by primes and graphs
Authors: Cho Ilwoo , Jorgensen Palle E. T. 
Published: January 2017

Abstract
In this paper, we introduce certain Krein-space operators induced by free product algebras induced by both primes and directed graphs. We study operator-theoretic properties of such operators by computing free-probabilistic data containing number-theoretic data.
The classification of edges and the change in multiplicity of an eigenvalue of a real symmetric matrix resulting from the change in an edge value
Authors: Toyonaga Kenji , Johnson Charles R. 
Published: January 2017

Abstract
We take as given a real symmetric matrix A, whose graph is a tree T, and the eigenvalues of A, with their multiplicities. Each edge of T may then be classified in one of four categories, based upon the change in multiplicity of a particular eigenvalue, when the edge is removed (i.e. the corresponding entry of A is replaced by 0).We show a necessary and suficient condition for each possible classification of an edge. A special relationship is observed among 2-Parter edges, Parter edges and singly Parter vertices. Then, we investigate the change in multiplicity of an eigenvalue based upon a change in an edge value. We show how the multiplicity of the eigenvalue changes depending upon the status of the edge and the edge value. This work explains why, in some cases, edge values have no effect on multiplicities. We also characterize, more precisely, how multiplicity changes with the removal of two adjacent vertices.
Thermal Stress Effect on Density Changes of Hemp Hurds Composites
Authors: Schwarzova Ivana , Cigasova Julia , Stevulova Nadezda 
Published: January 2017

Abstract
The aim of this article is to study the behavior of prepared biocomposites based on hemp hurds as a filling agent in composite system. In addition to the filler and water, an alternative binder, called MgO-cement was used. For this objective were prepared three types of samples; samples based on untreated hemp hurds as a referential material and samples based on chemically (with NaOH solution) and physically (by ultrasonic procedure) treated hemp hurds. The thermal stress effect on bulk density changes of hemp hurds composites was monitored. Gradual increase in temperature led to composites density reduction of 30-40 %. This process is connected with mass loss of the adsorbed moisture and physically bound water and also with degradation of organic compounds present in hemp hurds aggregates such as pectin, hemicelluloses and cellulose. Therefore the changes in the chemical composition of treated hemp hurds in comparison to original sample and its thermal decomposition were also studied.
Study of Inorganic Pollutants Removal from Acid Mine Drainage by Hemp Hurds
Authors: Demcak Stefan , Balintova Magdalena 
Published: January 2017

Abstract
Sulphates in wastewaters have an origin as the by-products of a variety of industrial operations. A specific and major producer of such effluents, which contained sulphates and heavy metals, is the mining industry. These contaminants should be removed from wastewater using an adequate process of treatment.
The paper deals with selected heavy metals (iron, cooper, and manganese) and sulphate removal from acid mine drainage outflowing from an abandoned mine in Smolnik (Slovakia) using the modified biosorbent - Holland hemp hurds. Pre-treatment of acid mine drainage was based on oxidation of ferrous cations from acid mine drainage by hydrogen peroxide and subsequent precipitation. The precipitate were analysed by infrared spectrometry which found the precipitate containing hydroxide and sulphate functional groups. During this process the concentration of sulphate decreased by 43.8 %. Hemp hurds modified by NaOH decreased concentration of Cu2+ in solution by about 70 %
Does Stature or Wingspan Length Have a Positive Effect on Competitor Rankings or Attainment of World Title Bouts in International and Elite Mixed Martial Arts?
Authors: Kirk Christopher 
Published: January 2017

AbstractIn this study the stature, wingspan and stature-to-wingspan ratio (S:W) was recorded for N = 474 elite and international mixed martial arts (MMA) competitors who appeared in televised bouts over the course of one calendar year. Each weight division was split into three or four ranking groups (RG) depending on division size, as well as into groups depending on if the competitors had won or competed for a world title (El) or had done neither (In). One-way ANOVA (≤0.05) found that shorter competitors are ranked higher in flyweight and in the middle in women’s strawweight. Independent t-tests (≤0.05) found that shorter competitors also have more chance of winning or competing for a world title in featherweight and flyweight. Independent t-tests (≤0.05) also found a significant difference between males and female for S:W. There was a weak, negative correlation and a moderate, negative correlation between stature and rank in lightweight and light heavyweight respectively and a moderate, negative correlation between S:W and rank in featherweight. There were no other significant differences found. Overall, whilst MMA competitors have a S:W of 1:1.024, due to the paucity of significant differences found, it was determined that anthropometrical measurements cannot be used to predict success in elite and international mixed martial arts.
SlamTracker Accuracy under Static and Controlled Movement Conditions
Authors: Clark Cain C. T. , Barnes Claire M. , Holton Mark , Summers Huw D. , Stratton Gareth 
Published: January 2017

Abstract
Accelerometry is the de facto standard in objective physical activity monitoring. However traditional accelerometer units undergo proprietary pre-processing, resulting in the ‘black-box’ phenomenon, where researchers are unaware of the processes and filters used on their data. Raw accelerometers where all frequencies related to human movement are included in the signal, would facilitate novel analyses, such as frequency domain analysis and pattern recognition. The aim of this study was to quantify the mean, standard deviation and variance of the SlamTracker raw accelerometer at a range of speeds. Four tri-axial accelerometers underwent a one minute static condition test nine movement condition tests. Accelerometers were assessed for mean, standard deviation, sample variance and coefficient of variation throughout in all axes for all experimental conditions. The sample variance was <0.001g across all speeds and axes during the movement condition tests. In conclusion, the SlamTracker is shown to be an accurate and reliable device for measuring the raw accelerations of movement.
Scattered Spaces, Compactifications and an Application to Image Classification Problem
Authors: Al-Hajri Monerah , Belaid Karim , Belaid Lamia Jaafar 
Published: January 2017

Abstract
In this paper, we characterize spaces such that their one-point compactification is a scattered space. We study spaces such that their Wallman compactification is scattered and we give necessary and sufficient conditions on the subspace A to get its closure scattered. An application of scattered spaces to image classification problem is also presented.
Integration Based on Fusion Functions
Authors: Horanská Ľubomíra , Šipošová Alexandra 
Published: January 2017

Abstract
In this paper, we present an approach to data aggregation based on a generalization of the discrete Choquet integral by means of fusion functions. Inspired by Mesiar, R.-Kolesárová, A.-Bustince, G.-Pereira Dimuro, G.-Bedregal, B.: Fusion functions based discrete Choquet-like integrals, European J. Oper. Res. 252 (2016), 601-609, we merge information contained in capacities m of criteria sets and values of score vectors by a fusion function F instead of the product operator. We give the conditions under which fusion functions F yield well-defined functionals CF
m and we also discuss properties of these functionals. Some examples for particular capacities m and particular fusion functions F are given.
The q-Gamma White Noise
Authors: Othman Hakeem A. 
Published: January 2017

Abstract
For 0 < q < 1 and 0 < α < 1, we construct the infinite dimensional q-Gamma white noise measure γα,q by using the Bochner-Minlos theorem. Then we give the chaos decomposition of an L2 space with respect to the measure γα,q via an isomorphism with the 1-mode type interacting Fock space associated to the q-Gamma measure.
On Comparability Relations in the Class of Interval-Valued Fuzzy Relations
Authors: Pȩkala Barbara , Bentkowska Urszula , De Baets Bernard 
Published: January 2017

Abstract
In this paper, a new relation for the set of interval-valued fuzzy relations is introduced. This relation is an interval order for the family of intervals and for the family of interval-valued fuzzy relations in a given set, it has the reflexivity property. Consequences of considering such a relation are studied in the context of operations on interval-valued fuzzy relations. A new transitivity property, namely possible T-transitivity is studied (pos-T-transitivity for short). This transitivity property is connected with the new relation proposed in this paper. Preservation of this type of transitivity by some operations is also discussed.
Mixture and Non-Mixture Cure Fraction Models Based on Generalized Gompertz Distribution under Bayesian Approach
Authors: Swain Prafulla Kumar , Grover Gurprit , Goel Komal 
Published: January 2017

AbstractThe cure fraction models are generally used to model lifetime data with long term survivors. In a cohort of cancer patients, it has been observed that due to the development of new drugs some patients are cured permanently, and some are not cured. The patients who are cured permanently are called cured or long term survivors while patients who experience the recurrence of the disease are termed as susceptibles or uncured. Thus, the population is divided into two groups: a group of cured individuals and a group of susceptible individuals. The proportion of cured individuals after the treatment is typically known as the cure fraction. In this paper, we have introduced a three parameter Gompertz (viz. scale, shape and acceleration) or generalized Gompertz distribution in the presence of cure fraction, censored data and covariates for estimating the proportion of cure fraction through Bayesian Approach. Inferences are obtained using the standard Markov Chain Monte Carlo technique in openBUGS software.
Effects of a wearable type lumbosacral support for low back pain among hospital workers: A randomized controlled trial
Authors: Hagiwara Yoshihiro , Yabe Yutaka , Yamada Hiroyuki , Watanabe Takashi , Kanazawa Kenji , Koide Masashi , Sekiguchi Takuya , Hatano Hirokazu , Itoi Eiji 
Published: January 2017

Abstract

Objective
To examine the effects of a new wearable type of lumbosacral support on low back pain.

Methods
A total of 121 healthcare workers participated in this study. They were randomly allocated into the experimental and control groups and the former wore the support with signals of compression on the back by poor posture for the first 3 months. The control group remained on a waiting list for the first 3 months. Medical history, musculoskeletal symptoms, feeling in good posture, sleep habits, psychological distress, Roland-Morris Disability Questionnaire, and Somatosensory Amplification Scale (SSAS) were evaluated. The range of motion (ROM) in the shoulder and hip joints as well as spinal alignment were evaluated. Our primary concern was the difference in the change of low back pain measured by visual analog scale (VAS) between the two groups.

Results
A total of 54 participants in the experimental and 53 participants in the control groups were analyzed. VAS and SSAS scores as well as lumbar spinal ROM in the experimental group significantly decreased. Low back pain (OR=0.401, 95% CI=0.168-0.954) and neck pain in the experimental group (OR = 0.198, 95% CI = 0.052-0.748) significantly decreased.

Conclusions
The new lumbar support reduced VAS and SSAS scores, lumbar spinal ROM, low back pain, and neck pain. This new type of lumbar support reduced low back pain among healthcare workers.
Azithromycin in Labor Lowers Clinical Infections in Mothers and Newborns: A Double-Blind Trial
Authors: Oluwalana Claire , Camara Bully , Bottomley Christian , Goodier Sean , Bojang Abdoulie , Kampmann Beate , Ceesay Samba , D’Alessandro Umberto , Roca Anna 
Published: January 2017

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES:
We have recently completed a proof-of-concept trial showing that bacterial colonization decreased in women and newborns after the administration of azithromycin during labor. Here, we aim to assess the effect of the intervention on maternal and neonatal clinical infections.

METHODS:
This was a double-blind, placebo-controlled randomized trial. Gambian women in labor were given either an oral dose of azithromycin (2 g) or placebo. Follow-up was conducted for 8 weeks after delivery.

RESULTS:
From April 2013 to April 2014, we recruited 829 mothers and their 830 newborns. Sixteen infants died during the follow-up period (8 per arm). No maternal deaths or serious adverse events related to the intervention were reported. Maternal infections were lower in the azithromycin group (3.6% vs 9.2%; relative risk [RR], 0.40; 95% confidence interval [CI], 0.22–0.71; P = .002), as was the prevalence of mastitis (1.4% vs 5.1%; RR, 0.29; 95% CI, 0.12–0.70; P = .005) and fever (1.9% vs 5.8%; RR, 0.33; 95% CI, 0.15–0.74; P = .006). Among newborns, the overall prevalence of infections was also lower in the azithromycin group (18.1% vs 23.8%; RR, 0.76; 95% CI, 0.58–0.99; P = .052) and there was a marked difference in prevalence of skin infections (3.1% vs 6.4%; RR, 0.49; 95% CI, 0.25–0.93; P = .034).

CONCLUSIONS:
Azithromycin given to women in labor decreases infections in both women and newborns during the puerperal period. Larger studies designed to evaluate the effect of the intervention on severe morbidity and mortality are warranted.
La resignificación del espacio público: jóvenes y prácticas corporales
Authors: González Ulloa Elkin Orlando , Guzman Ariza Claudia Marítza 
Published: January 2017

Como Inédito y propio de la labor investigativa se constituye el presente documento. Un cumulo de experiencias resultantes -y debidamente documentadas- ante efectos generados por la relación prácticas corporales – espacio público en el municipio de Villavicencio, Meta (Colombia). Así, los escenarios de participación y vinculación, respecto del abordaje de nuestro estudio, impele analizar las derivaciones de orden social cruzadas por peculiares formas de manifestación corporal. Sabemos que no son simples prácticas, sabemos que están movidas por tramas y sensibilidades hacia la materialización de anhelos y deseos que dan pie a “procesos de identificación” (Gallisot, 1987) haciendo que pase algo, un algo como acontecimiento con la capacidad de “afectar y ser afectado” (Cachorro, 2009). Es así como el uso de espacios físicos, las actividades que allí se realizan y las formas en que interactúan los sujetos, produce todo un despliegue de subjetividades y efectos sociales que, en ultimas, resignifica el sentido y uso del espacio público.
Modelo económico y construcción de un ordenamiento Urbano-Regional
Authors: Mesias Barrera Inti 
Published: January 2017

Es el modelo económico impuesto en un país, el que define entre otros aspectos, las disposiciones que en materia de ordenamiento territorial imperan. Entender ese papel que juega el neoliberalismo en Colombia es determinante para valorar las posibilidades y amenazas a las que se enfrenta la nación en un escenario de posconflicto. Por un lado, unas dinámicas urbano-regionales ligadas al modelo económico en creciente desarrollo en aquellas regiones donde el Estado no ha tenido el control del uso de la violencia, y por otro, la posibilidad para los sectores sociales democráticos interesados en modificar esa matriz económica de reivindicar sus exigencias sin que estas sean asociadas con grupos alzados en armas o terrorismo, constituyendo apuestas de ordenamiento desde una lectura regional acorde con las necesidad del país.