bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Preparation of Supported LaMnO3 Catalysts by Selective Deposition on Alumina and Their Catalytic Activity for Propane Oxidation
Authors: Asada Teruaki , Kusaba Hajime , Einaga Hisahiro , Teraoka Yasutake 
Published: May 2015

Abstract
Alumina-supported LaMnO3 (LaMnO3/Al2O3) catalysts with various dispersion and locations were prepared by utilizing the alumina pore structures. LaMnO3 perovskite oxides were selectively deposited in and/or outside the pore of γ-Al2O3 support by controlling the deposition methods. The LaMnO3/Al2O3 catalysts were characterized and their catalytic activities for propane oxidation were investigated. X-ray diffraction, electron diffraction, and catalytic studies confirmed the formation of a perovskite structure on the alumina support. The catalytic activity for propane oxidation strongly depended on the preparation method, and the perovskite catalysts deposited in the inside pore of alumina exhibited higher activity than those deposited on the outside pore of alumina. The surface area of perovskite oxides on support was quantitatively evaluated by temperature-programmed desorption of CO2. The trend for the surface areas of LaMnO3 on γ-Al2O3 estimated by the method was consistent with the trend of the rate for complete propane oxidation normalized by catalyst weight, whereas the rate normalized by the surface area of perovskite oxide was almost independent of the dispersion, crystallite sizes, and deposition methods. The activity of LaMnO3/Al2O3 with the intrapore deposition was almost independent of calcination temperatures ranging from 650 to 1000 °C, in marked contrast with the extrapore deposition catalysts, whose activities greatly decreased with increasing calcination temperatures. For the intrapore deposition catalysts, the highest activities were obtained when the loading level was 20 wt % and decreased with a further increase in the loading level. At high loading levels (40 wt %), extrapore deposition of LaMnO3 on the intrapore deposition catalysts improved their activities for propane oxidation.
Sustainability of Economic Growth in Regions of Russia in the Pre-Crisis Period
Authors: Басовский  , Basovskiy Leonid , Басовская  , Basovskaya Elena 
Published: May 2015

Econometric evaluation of economic growth sustainability of various regions
is provided. As it is stated, for the period of 1998–2012 economies of the North
Caucasian and the Far Eastern federal districts tended to develop more sustainably,
while economies of the Central and the Urals federal districts tended to
develop less sustainably. Within the North Caucasian federal region, it was the
Kabardino-Balkar Republic, that showed the most sustainable economic growth.
Similarly, during the same period the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia) within the Far
East federal district, the Krasnoyarsk Region within the Siberian federal district,
the Leningrad Region within the North-West federal district and the Republic of
Adygea within the Southern federal district were leaders in terms of sustainable
development within their federal districts. As for the Volga federal district,
the most sustainable economic growth was observed in the Republic of
Bashkortostan; within the Urals federal district the most sustainable growth was
observed in the Sverdlovsk Region and within the Central federal district —
in Belgorod Region. The need to differentiate anti-crisis economic policy towards
separate regions, dependant on the propensity of a regional economic system for
sustainable economic growth, is emphasized.
An overview of heart failure for HCA practice
Authors: Hayes Catherine 
Published: May 2015

This article provides an underpinning knowledge base of heart failure (HF) for HCAs who, as an integral part of their daily workload, care for people living and dying with the condition. As a condition that rivals cancer in terms of mortality rate and impact on quality of life, heart failure warrants consideration in terms of how best HCAs might help people maximise their potential to lead as functional and purposive life as they possibly can, following a diagnosis. The personal challenges associated with a diagnosis might also necessitate contemplation of action by HCAs in ensuring they can best support healthcare practitioners whose role entails conveying detailed and life-changing information to patients and their families and carers. This is an invaluable part of the scope of HCA practice in a complex condition that can manifest in a number of very different clinical ways. The article starts with an overview of what heart failure is, how it is clinically diagnosed and how it is managed in practice and concludes with an overview of how the HCA might best support patients and their families and carers in practice.
Gastro-oesophageal reflux in the neonate: Clinical complexities and impact on midwifery practice
Authors: Mitchell Alex , Lamb Kathryn , Sanders Ruth 
Published: May 2015

Gastro-oesophageal reflux (GOR) is a common neonatal issue seen by midwives, which can develop into a complex clinical picture when symptoms give rise to gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD), requiring further intervention and multidisciplinary team working. This article discusses the differences between GOR and GORD from a midwifery stance, highlighting the importance of effective communication with parents, and within the wider health-care professions. Early midwifery recognition and symptom clarity for both GOR and GORD are explored with management strategies and treatment options for both issues considered. As frontline practitioners during the puerperium, midwives are centrally placed to offer care and advice, emphasising the normality and self-limiting nature of GOR in the neonate and providing reassurance to parents. The importance of a meticulous feeding assessment and holistic midwifery approach to neonatal and maternal wellbeing is also examined. In light of the recently published national guidance, the care provision for babies experiencing GOR and GORD necessitates further midwifery consideration to ensure family-centred care.
MODELO CAPES DE AVALIAÇÃO: QUAIS AS CONSEQUÊNCIAS PARA O TRIÊNIO 2010-2012?
Authors: Nascimento Luis Felipe 
Published: May 2015

<p>Este artigo tem por objetivo analisar o sistema de avaliação dos programas de pós-graduação na Área de Administração, Ciências Contábeis e Turismo da CAPES (Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior) e propor medidas para aprimorar estas avaliações. Induzidos pelos critérios de avaliação da CAPES, os programas de pós-graduação passaram a supervalorizar a produção científica em detrimento das demais atividades desenvolvidas pelos seus professores. O fator de impacto, medida que indica a qualidade dos periódicos, transformou-se no indicador da qualidade do trabalho do<br />professor, uma vez que as avaliações individuais dos professores estão fortemente centradas na análise da sua produção científica. Para atingir o objetivo proposto foi realizada uma revisão na literatura sobre avaliação na pós-graduação, que, juntamente com a experiência do autor como professor, pesquisador, gestor de programa de pós-graduação e também membro em 2007 da comissão que avaliou o desempenho dos programas de pós-graduação em Administração subsidiaram a análise aqui apresentada. O artigo apresenta questionamentos e algumas propostas. Questionam-se os atuais critérios de avaliação do desempenho individual dos professores e alerta-se para suas possíveis consequências. Sugere-se que a avaliação considere todas as atividades desenvolvidas pelo professor, construindo o que foi denominado pelo autor de Fator “P”. Este Fator mediria o impacto das atividades do professor no âmbito local, nacional e internacional. Nas considerações finais, é feito um convite para<br />que os membros da comunidade científica se engajem no debate destas questões.<br /><br /></p>
HELENA TRILHANDO CAMINHOS NA GESTÃO DE RECURSOS HUMANOS
Authors: Genari Denise , Ravanello Ivadete Marin , Macke Janaina 
Published: May 2015

<p>Helena Del Bianco é uma profissional de destaque em sua área de atuação: gestão de recursos humanos. Após diversas oportunidades de crescimento em sua carreira, Helena foi contratada para atuar como gestora na referida área, em uma indústria metalúrgica de médio porte. Naquele momento, a empresa tinha diversas necessidades de mudanças e melhorias na área de recursos humanos, porém, após realizar um diagnóstico situacional, Helena encontrou resistência por parte dos dirigentes da empresa em implantar as mudanças. A nova gestora tinha dúvidas sobre a sua permanência na organização, pois, ao mesmo tempo em que se sentia desafiada pela situação, questionava se seus esforços gerariam frutos e alavancariam sua carreira. O objetivo deste caso de ensino é estimular a reflexão sobre temas, como: perfil dos profissionais da área de gestão de recursos humanos, captação e integração, avaliação de desempenho, treinamento e desenvolvimento, clima organizacional, liderança e monitoração de pessoas. O caso oportuniza que o discente se coloque no papel da gestora Helena Del Bianco e que possa tomar decisões acerca da problemática apresentada. A utilização deste caso é indicada em disciplinas relacionadas à gestão de recursos humanos, especialmente em cursos<br />de graduação.<br /><br /></p>
An Integrated Experimental System for Solid-Gas-Liquid Environmental Cells
Authors: Guggenheim Stephen , Koster van Groos A. F. 
Published: May 2015

AbstractThe geochemistry of minerals in intermediate to deep sedimentary rocks (2–10 km depth) is not known sufficiently well to predict accurately the effect of human activities, such as carbon dioxide sequestration or fracking. To carry out real-time experiments, a high-pressure environmental chamber (HPEC) was constructed for in situ X-ray diffraction (XRD) studies to 1000 bars and to 200°C. In the HPEC, a liquid, e.g. a brine, plus sample in suspension, is pressurized by gas, e.g. CH4 or CO2, or liquid, e.g. supercritical CO2. The unique aspect of this chamber is that the sample + liquid (~2 mL) form a dynamic system, and particles can move freely in the liquid while being illuminated by the X-ray beam. Several HPECs were constructed of Ti alloy, stainless steel, or carbon-fiber polyether ketone to be resistant to corrosion under basic or acidic conditions. These HPECs are compatible with standard transmission-mode diffractometers with sealed-tube X-ray sources (Mo radiation is being used at the University of Illinois at Chicago — UIC) or with brilliant X-ray sources. In addition, to allow long-duration studies or, for example, to study the effect of micro-organisms on these mineral reactions, a large-bore (~25 mL) reaction vessel system was devised that could be examined regularly at appropriate P/T conditions or off-line. Calibration of the HPEC and XRD pattern processing is discussed and illustrated. The potential significance of these devices goes beyond understanding the deep sedimentary environment, because materials and reactions can be studied while using nearly any liquid as an immersion agent. As an example, experimental results are given for the d001 values of montmorillonite clay vs. temperatures to 150°C at P(CO2) = 500 bars in a NaCl-rich brine.
Mineralogical and Geochemical Characteristics and Genesis of the Gülzelyurt Alunite-Bearing Kaolinite Deposit Within the Late Miocene Gödeles Ignimbrite, Central Anatolia, Turkey
Authors: Kadır Selahattın , Külah Tacıt , Eren Muhsın , Önalgıl Negrıs , Gürel Alı 
Published: May 2015

AbstractThe Güzelyurt kaolinite deposit is an important source of raw material for the ceramics industry in Turkey. No detailed mineralogical or geochemical characterizations of this deposit have been undertaken previously and these were the goals of the present study. The Güzelyurt alunite-bearing kaolinite occurs along a fault zone in the Late Miocene Gödeles ignimbrite, which consists of dacitic and andesitic tuffs. Horizontal and vertical mineralogical zonations with gradual transitions were observed within the alteration zone. The inner kaolinite, alunite, and 7 Å halloysite zones progress horizontally outward to a smectite zone; and native sulfur- and cinnabar-bearing alunite with 7 Å halloysite and porous silica zones increase as one progresses up through the profile. Fe-(oxyhydr)oxide phases associated with native sulfur and cinnabar demonstrate that multiple hydrothermal-alteration processes resulted in kaolinization and alunitization of the deposit. The kaolinization of feldspar, Fe-(oxyhydr)oxidation of hornblende and mica, the presence of kaolinite as stacked and, locally, book-like forms, and of 7 Å halloysite tubes, and smectite flakes as a blanket on altered volcanic relicts indicate an authigenic origin for this deposit. The leaching of Si + Mg + K and Ba + Rb, the retention of Sr, the enrichment of light rare earth elements relative to the heavy rare earth elements, and the negative Eu anomalies suggest that fractionation of plagioclase and hornblende occurred within the volcanics. The oxygen- and hydrogen-isotopic values of the kaolinite, 7 Å halloysite, smectite, and smectite + kaolinite fractions reflect a steam-heated environment at temperatures in excess of 100°C. An increase in the δD and δ18O values of 7 Å halloysite relative to kaolinite suggests its formation under steam-heated magmatic water, the mixing of steam and meteoric water near the surface, and evaporation. The oxygen- and sulfur-isotopic compositions of alunite suggest the direct influence of steam-derived sulfur. The Güzelyurt alunite-bearing kaolinite deposit is inferred to have formed after an increase in the (Al±Fe)/Si ratio and the leaching of alkali elements, which are driven by the sulfur-bearing low-temperature hydrothermal alteration of feldspar, hornblende, and volcanic glass under acidic conditions within the Neogene dacitic and andesitic tuffs.
Speech Intelligibility in Rooms with and without an Induction Loop for Hearing Aid Users
Authors: Kociński Jędrzej , Ozimek Edward 
Published: May 2015

Abstract
The paper presents the results of sentence and logatome speech intelligibility measured in rooms with induction loop for hearing aid users. Two rooms with different acoustic parameters were chosen. Twenty two subjects with mild, moderate and severe hearing impairment using hearing aids took part in the experiment. The intelligibility tests composed of sentences or logatomes were presented to the subjects at fixed measurement points of an enclosure. It was shown that a sentence test is more useful tool for speech intelligibility measurements in a room than logatome test. It was also shown that induction loop is very efficient system at improving speech intelligibility. Additionally, the questionnaire data showed that induction loop, apart from improving speech intelligibility, increased a subject’s general satisfaction with speech perception
Evaluation of the Effect of a Step Change in Piezo Actuator Structure on Vibration Reduction Level in Plates
Authors: Wiciak Jerzy , Trojanowski Roman 
Published: May 2015

Abstract
This paper presents numerical analyses and a physical experiment on efficiency of different shapes and material composition of piezo actuators on vibration reduction. For this purpose numerical models of a plate clamped on all sides with piezo actuators attached were developed. The elements used were either standard homogeneous elements or the proposed two-part elements with different material composition for inner and outer part of piezo ceramic. Numerical analyses were performed using ANSYS software
From Action-Oriented Perception to Language
Authors: Arbib Michael A. 
Published: May 2015

AbstractThis article is primarily an extended summary of a talk presented to the Seventh Conference of the Nordic Association for Semiotic Studies (NASS), Lund University, Sweden in May 2011, presenting the Mirror System Hypothesis, which emphasizes the role of imitation and manual gesture in the evolution of the language-ready brain. An Afterword offers pointers to a number of subsequent publications that build upon the theory presented there.
Magneto-Optical Trap for Preparation and Study of Rydberg Matter
Authors: Zelener B. B. , Saakyan S. A. , Sautenkov V. A. , Akulshin A. M. , Manykin E. A. , Zelener B. V. , Fortov V. E. 
Published: May 2015

AbstractOur goal is the preparation and study of ultracold plasma and Rydberg matter. We assembled an experimental setup for laser cooling of lithium atoms in a magneto-optical trap (MOT). Trapping of
Design and Characterization of a Large Displacement Electro-thermal Actuator for a New Kind of Safety-and-Arming Device
Authors: Zhao Yu-Long , Hu Teng-Jiang , Li Xiu-Yuan , Jiang Zhuang-De , Ren Wei , Bai Ying-Wei 
Published: May 2015

Abstract
The design, fabrication and characterization of a distinctive electro-thermal MEMS safety-and-arming device are presented in this paper. The device is comprised of a V-shape actuator and a micro lever. The V-shape actuator can generate a large output force but small displacement; thus, it is necessary to design a micro lever to amplify the insufficient displacement, which can broaden the device applications in different fields. The temperature distribution, the maximum displacement and the step response time of the actuator are analyzed and validated by the finite element analysis software ANSYS. The whole device is fabricated on SOI (Silicon-on-Insulator) wafer, and MUMPs process is introduced. The characterized performance of the device shows output displacement at more than 150 µm within 17 V driving voltage, and the consuming power is about 1.53 W. The chip size is about 5 × 5 × 0.5 mm3, which can be easily integrated with other micro devices.
Life in Bridgetown, Barbados, According to the Westbury Cemetery Records 1877–1976
Authors: Chami Peter , Inniss Tara , Sing Bernd 
Published: May 2015

Abstract
We perform a survival analysis on the records of the burials at the Westbury Cemetery, Barbados, between 1877 and 1976. The goal of the paper is to observe the stratified life expectancies of persons of particular time appropriate occupations. Comparing different occupations through time, amongst each other and to the general population, enables us to get some insights into the public health situations and living conditions of the persons working in the respective occupations.
No Measure without Concept. A Critical Review on the Conceptualization and Measurement of Environmental Concern
Authors: Schaffrin André 
Published: May 2015

Abstract:Environmental concern is a highly relevant concept in the context of environmental change and increasing demand for political regulation of environmental protection. In order to prevent climate change, loss in global biodiversity or other highly critical environmental issues, we need to understand why (and why not) citizens support environmental politics. However, there is no measure without a concept, and empirical results might be biased if they are not operationalized according to well defined (theoretical and methodological) criteria. This research endeavor focuses on historical and more recent developments of the concept of individual environmental concern. It will be demonstrated that environmental concern is not only a distinct concept excluding behavior and knowledge, but is also rather complex addressing geographical as well as temporal issues. Most recent developments suggesting a hierarchical multi-dimensional character will be discussed and examples of the most relevant empirical measures and scales will be evaluated.
‘Catalanism Only Will Win by the Force of Songs’, Revisited 100 Years After. The Role of Catalan(ist) Pop-Rock Music in Socially Sanitizing Working-Class Neighborhoods of Barcelona (1976–2000)
Authors: Nofre Jordi 
Published: May 2015

Abstract:
During the last years of the Spanish fascist regime, two politically contrary music scenes emerged in Barcelona. While Catalanist folk music emerged for political freedom, Spanished rock’n’roll, punk, and heavy scenes emerged in the working-class suburbs of Barcelona, denouncing bad conditions of everyday urban life. The great success of this last music scene in Barcelona in the 1980s led to the then nationalist, conservative government of Catalonia to promote a new socially and politically sanitized music scene in response to such class-based contestation. This study aims to explore how a new Catalan(ist) pop-rock scene was created to socially and culturally sanitize the working-class suburbs of Barcelona along the decades of the 1980s and 1990s.
Towards a Reflexive Ethnography: (Re-)inserting the Producer and Process Into the Research Equation
Authors: Pack Sam 
Published: May 2015

Abstract:
The individualistic orientation of life histories has long been hailed as an antidote to the generalizing tendencies of ethnographic research. However, the life history method is not without problems of its own, as I explain by referencing some of the most well celebrated life histories and so-called ‘autobiographies’ in the anthropological corpus. The traditional method of composing the life history as a flowing narrative is not only morally dishonest but also intellectually inadequate because it conveys the false impression of a chronologically timeless and uninterrupted soliloquy. By focusing only on the final product, life histories ignore the other two components in the communicative process. In this article, I emphasize the need to (re-)insert the producer and process into the research equation.
Is the Positive Network the Inverse of Negative Network?
Authors: Telegdy Balázs 
Published: May 2015

Abstract
The aim of this study is to identify the central and peripheral actors in two ethnically homogenous theoretical high school classes, in order to prove that the positive and the negative ties produce different networks. Measures of density and centrality were used for identifying differences between the two types of social networks. The results confirmed that, at the network level, the negative network is not the inverse of the positive network. At the individual level, results did not indicate whether those persons who are on the periphery of the positive network are also on the periphery of the negative network. Furthermore, besides confirming the fact that the positive networks are denser than the negative ones, I found that negative networks are highly polarized in comparison with positive networks.
Quality of Government and Decentralization in Romania
Authors: Bondar Florin 
Published: May 2015

Abstract
The article explores the effects of the decentralization process in Romania as part of the public administration reform, using a set of financial indicators revealing the territorial distribution of the capacity of local public administration to provide public services. These indicators are then correlated with quality of government and government effectiveness indexes at national level. As a result, the analysis reflects a territorial variation of financial independence of administrative units that can be explained by assuming the differences in the institutional set-up of different communities at local level. These results were used further to formulate a perspective on the decentralization process in Romania based on the assumption of non-homogeneity of socio-economic development of different regions in Romania.