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Bottlenecks or Inefficiency? An Assessment of First Instance Italian Courts’ Performance
Authors: Castro Massimo Finocchiaro , Guccio Calogero 
Published: June 2015

AbstractThe efficiency and effectiveness of judicial systems has become one of the main points of interest in public sector administration, due to the beneficial effects of an efficient judicial system on economic growth and firm competition. This is particularly relevant in Italy where judicial proceedings are extremely long-lasting due to the huge (in)efficiency of courts and to the presence of bottlenecks that affect the efficient management of court activity. This paper attempts to measure the relative technical efficiency of Italian first instance courts in the period 2010–2011 by applying a non-parametric frontier and distinguishing between managerial (in)efficiency and (in)efficiency due to the non-discretionary caseload. Our findings show that, while the presence of bottlenecks in the caseload plays a role in the level of court inefficiency, this effect is relatively small compared with the inefficiency due to the lack of managerial ability to efficiently manage both the backlog and increases in filings. Furthermore, this outcome is more relevant in the South rather than in the North of the country. Finally, our empirical findings are robust to an alternative estimator and sample variation.
Abstracts of contributions presented at the International Conference on the Conservation of the Lesser Spotted Eagle, Slovakia, 2014
Authors: Dravecký Miroslav , Guziová Zuzana 
Published: June 2015

Abstract
The International Conference on the Conservation of the Lesser Spotted Eagle (Aquila pomarina) was held on September 25-27, 2014 in Lesanka Guesthouse at Košická Belá, Slovakia. The Conference was organized within the framework of the project LIFE09NAT/SK/000396 Conservation of Aquila pomarina in Slovakia, implemented by Raptor Protection of Slovakia, Východoslovenská energetika, a.s., Stredoslovenská energetika, a.s., and Stredoslovenská energetika - Distribúcia, a.s. This project was cofinanced by EU-LIFE and the Ministry for the Environment of the Slovak Republic. A total of 59 participants from 14 countries attended the conference. The conference agenda included 17 presentations and 7 posters. Some of the contributions are published in Slovak Raptor Journal volume 9 (2015) as full papers, and a further 23 contributions are published here as conference abstracts.
Why Patient Centered Care Coordination Is Important in Developing Countries?
Authors: Luna D. , Marcelo A. , Househ M. , Mandirola H. , Curioso W. , Pazos P. , Villalba C. , Otero C. 
Published: June 2015

SummaryPatient Centered Care Coordination (PCCC) focuses on the patient health care needs. PCCC involves the organization, the patients and their families, that must coordinate resources in order to accomplish the goals of PCCC. In developing countries, where disparities are frequent, PCCC could improve clinical outcomes, costs and patients satisfaction.
Objective: the IMIA working group Health Informatics for Development analyzes the benefits, identifies the barriers and proposes strategies to reach PCCC.
Methods: Discussions about PCCC emerged from a brief guide that posed questions about what is PCCC, why consider PCCC important, barriers to grow in this direction and ask about resources considered relevant in the topic.
Results: PCCC encompasses a broad definition, includes physical, mental, socio-environmental and self care. Even benefits are proved, in developing countries the lack of a comprehensive and integrated healthcare network is one of the main barriers to reach this objective. Working hard to reach strong health policies, focus on patients, and optimizing the use of resources could improve the performance in the devolvement of PCCC programs. International collaboration could bring benefits. We believe information IT, and education in this field will play an important role in PCCC.Conclusion: PCCC in developing countries has the potential to improve quality of care. Education, IT, policies and cultural issues must be addressed in an international collaborative context in order to reach this goal.
Medical Informatics Education & Research in Greece
Authors: Chouvarda I. , Maglaveras N. 
Published: June 2015

Summary
Objectives: This paper aims to present an overview of the medical informatics landscape in Greece, to describe the Greek ehealth background and to highlight the main education and research axes in medical informatics, along with activities, achievements and pitfalls.
Methods: With respect to research and education, formal and informal sources were investigated and information was collected and presented in a qualitative manner, including also quantitative indicators when possible.
Results: Greece has adopted and applied medical informatics education in various ways, including undergraduate courses in health sciences schools as well as multidisciplinary postgraduate courses. There is a continuous research effort, and large participation in EU-wide initiatives, in all the spectrum of medical informatics research, with notable scientific contributions, although technology maturation is not without barriers. Wide-scale deployment of eHealth is anticipated in the healthcare system in the near future. While ePrescription deployment has been an important step, ICT for integrated care and telehealth have a lot of room for further deployment.
Conclusions: Greece is a valuable contributor in the European medical informatics arena, and has the potential to offer more as long as the barriers of research and innovation fragmentation are addressed and alleviated.
Health Information Technology Challenges to Support Patient-Centered Care Coordination
Authors: Séroussi B. , Jaulent M.-C. , Lehmann C. U. 
Published: June 2015

Summary
Objectives: To provide an editorial introduction to the 2015 IMIA Yearbook of Medical Informatics.
Methods: We provide a brief overview of the 2015 special topic “Patient-Centered Care Coordination”, discuss the addition of two new sections to the Yearbook, Natural Language Processing and Public Health & Epidemiology Informatics, and present our editorial plans for the upcoming celebration of the 25th anniversary of the Yearbook.
Results: Care delivery currently occurs through the processing of complex clinical pathways designed for increasingly multi-morbid patients by various practitioners in different settings. To avoid the consequences of the fragmentation of services, care should be organized to coordinate all providers, giving them the opportunity to share the same holistic view of the patient’s condition, and to be informed of the planned clinical pathway that establishes the roles and interventions of each one. The adoption and use of electronic health records (EHRs) is a solution to address health information sharing and care coordination challenges. However, while EHRs are necessary, they are not sufficient to achieve care coordination, creating information availability does not mean the information will be accessed. This edition of the Yearbook acknowledges the fact that health information technology (HIT), and EHRs in particular, are not yet fully addressing the challenges in care coordination. Emerging trends, tools, and applications of HIT to support care coordination are presented through the keynote paper, survey papers, and working group contributions.
Conclusions: In 2015, the IMIA Yearbook has been extended to emphasize two fields of biomedical informatics through new sections. Next year, the 25th anniversary of the Yearbook will be celebrated in grand style! A special issue with a touch of reflection, a bit of rediscovery, and some “science-fiction” will be published in addition to the usual edition.
Family Experiences With Feeding Tubes in Neurologic Impairment: A Systematic Review
Authors: Nelson Katherine E. , Lacombe-Duncan Ashley , Cohen Eyal , Nicholas David B. , Rosella Laura C. , Guttmann Astrid , Mahant Sanjay 
Published: June 2015

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:
Gastrostomy tubes (G-tubes) are frequently used to provide enteral nutrition for children who have neurologic impairment. Understanding the impact of G-tubes from the family’s perspective will inform decision-making and improve support from health care providers. This study explored the experiences of families after G-tube placement in children with neurologic impairment.

METHODS:
We conducted a systematic review of English-language qualitative primary research studies describing family experiences after G-tube placement. Six electronic databases were searched from inception to June 2014. Two authors independently screened and identified relevant studies, evaluated quality of reporting by using the Consolidated Criteria for Reporting Qualitative Research tool, and extracted data. Overarching concepts were developed by using thematic analysis.

RESULTS:
From 2674 screened abstracts, 84 texts were reviewed, and 13 studies met the inclusion criteria. G-tubes affect the lives of children, parents, and the family unit in many ways, both positive and negative. Improvements and challenges were described for children’s health and happiness, for parental caregiving and stress, and for logistics and bonding within the family. G-tube feeding also changed relationships within the family, between the family and the medical system, and between the family and the outside world. Furthermore, experiences varied, with different families framing similar concepts as positive and negative.

CONCLUSIONS:
G-tube placement has diverse effects on daily life for children with neurologic impairment and their families. Clinicians may use the themes identified in this study to guide conversations with families about their values, experiences, and expectations before and after G-tube placement.
Single Molecular Layer Adaption of Interfacial Surfaces by Cyclic Azasilane “Click-Chemistry”
Authors: Maddox Annalese F. , Matisons Janis G. , Singh Mani , Zazyczny Joel , Arkles Barry 
Published: June 2015

ABSTRACTThe surfaces of inorganic substrates containing hydroxyl groups can be adapted to a variety of physical and chemical requirements by reaction with cyclic azasilanes. The moderately-strained ring structure of cyclic azasilanes containing adjacent Si and N atoms, along with the high oxophilicity of silicon, enables the high reactivity towards available hydroxyl groups on all siliceous surfaces investigated, including amorphous silica and borosilicate glass. The reaction occurs quantitatively at room temperature, requires no catalyst and has no byproducts. This investigation looks specifically at the reaction kinetics by means of DRIFT spectroscopy and quantifies extent of reaction by TGA. The less sterically-hindered the Si–N bond, the faster the reaction occurs. In all cases, the reaction is essentially complete in less than one minute. This study provides the first confirmation that the rate and extent of reaction without catalysis or byproducts of cyclic azasilanes conforms to the Sharpless requirements for “click chemistry” and can be deemed “click chemistry for surfaces.”
Photoinduced conductivity enhancement in quantum dot/multilayer graphene nanostructures
Authors: Gromova Yulia A. , Reznik Ivan A. , Vovk Ilia A. , Rackauskas Simas , Alaferdov Andrei V. , Orlova Anna A. , Moshkalev Stanislav A. , Baranov Alexander V. , Fedorov Anatoly V. 
Published: June 2015

ABSTRACTWe report on the formation of photoactive hybrid structures based on multilayer graphene nanobelts and CdSe/ZnS quantum dots (QDs) on Pt microelectrodes. We have found that heat treatment in mild conditions enhances rate of electrical photoresponse of the hybrid structures due to elimination of long-lived charge traps. We also show that the electrical photoresponse polarity depends on the energy level structure of the QDs.
Sport and Family Functioning: Strengthening Elite Sport Families
Authors: Newhouse-Bailey Michael , Dixon Marlene A. , Warner Stacy 
Published: June 2015

Families play an important role in society, both in human sustenance and individual development. Family systems theory views the family as a series of interconnected parts that when functioning properly, provide individual members with multiple benefits. Interaction with external systems, such as sport, school or church, can have positive and negative impacts on the family. It is unclear, however, what elements of sport relate to specific outcomes. The purpose of this study is to better understand the relationship between elite youth sport participation and family units, and how these two spheres, individually and in combination, impact family functioning. In-depth, purposeful interviews with seven “sport families” revealed that in addition to the depletion of resources (financial and time), elite sport engagement strongly detracts from the marital dyad and family unit receiving sufficient time and attention for proper functioning. The results also offer insight into how the leagues can be better managed such that they positively contribute to family functioning. Specifically, the results indicate that leagues can aid in strengthening family functioning through allowing families to have coaching input, and providing greater attention to scheduling, league expectations, and instrumental support.
Stem Rot (White Mold) and Tomato Spotted Wilt Resistance among Peanut Genotypes
Authors: Branch W.D. , Brenneman T.B. 
Published: June 2015

ABSTRACT
Stem rot, also known as white mold (WM), caused by Sclerotium rolfsii Sacc., and tomato spotted wilt, caused by Tomato spotted wilt virus (TSWV), are two major disease problems in Georgia peanut (Arachis hypogaea L.) production. Current fungicides for stem rot control are very effective but expensive, and insecticides usually have little effect on TSWV, which is transmitted by thrips. Consequently, the objective of this study was to evaluate different peanut genotypes for resistance to both of these pathogens. Field test evaluations were conducted for four consecutive years (2010-13) at a site on the agronomy research farm near the Coastal Plain Experiment Station which has a long history of continuous peanut production and a high incidence of stem rot (WM) and TSWV. Results from these field tests showed significant differences among the peanut genotypes evaluated for combined resistance to both diseases. Several genotypes showed low TSWV incidence at mid-season and mid-to-late season. However by late season and after digging, the best combination of stem rot (WM) and TSWV disease resistance and highest consistent yield over years was in the runner-type peanut cultivar ‘Georgia-12Y’, along with ‘York’, ‘Georgia-07W’, and ‘Georgia-10T’.
A Study on Extent of Satisfaction of Users by Library Reference Services
Authors: Thusithakumari WM 
Published: June 2015

The foremost responsibility of a library reference service is making resources available for extending boundaries of subject knowledge. The main objective of this study was to examine whether this responsibility is fullfilled by Sri Lankan University Librarians. The study aimed to findout answers to the questions; do such libraries offer reference services, what are those services, and are those sufficient to fullfil user expectations.180 users from three Universities (Peradeniya, Colombo and Kelaniya) and all reference librarians in these Universities were selected as the sample. Two seperate questionnaires were employed for the two groups. The study revealed that reference services are not satisfactory. Many users (65%) did not have a good knowledge about the library catalogue. Seventy percent (70%) don't use the catalogue. Many resources are under utilised because users don't know about those resources.Key words: reference services; reference sources; user educationJournal of the University Librarians Association of Sri Lanka, Vol.13 (Special Issue). 2009 69-84
Birth of characters and development of a writing system in Sri Lanka
Authors: Siriwardana Ashoka Sriyani 
Published: June 2015

A writing system is a major component of human culture. Birth of letters gave rise to writing systems. Subsequently the writing system becomes the basis of an information society. Therefore the seeds of the presently developing information society are symbols evolved as characters. This paper discusses historical development of characters as a proper writing system in Sri Lanka, based on different conceptual and objective viewpoints. Key words: characters; script; Ancient Sri Lanka; SinhalaJournal of the University Librarians Association of Sri Lanka, Vol.13 (Special Issue). 2009 105-114
Developing a Faculty-Library Collaboration Model
Authors: Wijayasundara Nayana Darshani 
Published: June 2015

The emphasis for lifelong learning and associated graduate capabilities is leading to opportunities for new collaborative practices between lecturers and librarians. Lecturers bring expertise in their disciplines, knowledge of the content to be taught and of course assessment and teaching and learning skills. Librarians support to build up information skills and finds out methods to integrate them into the course. In this role, librarians encourage, support and nudge faculty in the establishment of learning priorities which ensure that students develop the abilities that will allow them to be effective lifelong learners in this ever-changing and increasingly prevalent digital world. The output of universities should fit the available academic careers and into the workforce. This urges the requirement of faculty-library collaboration.In this study 'Faculty-Library Collaboration' is defined as librarians and teaching faculty work together to integrate information to enhance student learning. The attributes of causes and effects of faculty-library collaboration are discussed. Mainly the causes are categorized as membership, knowledge & skills and resources. The effects are categorized as teaching and learning, research and library resources and services. Based on the extensive literature review and some strategies used by the university libraries in other countries a conceptual model on faculty-library collaboration will be presented.Key words: faculty-library collaboration, causes & effects of collaboration, models on collaborationJournal of the University Librarians Association of Sri Lanka, Vol.13 (Special Issue). 2009 131-146
Evidence-Based Concept Mapping for the Athletic Training Student
Authors: Speicher Timothy E. , Martin Malissa , Zigmont Jason 
Published: June 2015

Context
A concept map is a graphical and cognitive tool that enables learners to link together interrelated concepts using propositions or statements that answer a posed problem. As an assessment tool, concept mapping reveals a learner's research skill proficiency and cognitive processing.

Background
The identification and organization of the relationships between concepts are the hallmark of concept mapping that build knowledge acquisition and clinical reasoning skill. Concept mapping does not emphasize linear relationships but the complexity of reciprocal relationships, linking new knowledge to prior knowledge. The brain works by making analogical links between past and current information and utilizes these links to create new mental models to solve a current or future problem. Students engage in a search of the literature and synthesize and critique the findings for integration into an approach to address a clinical question or problem.

Objectives
Provide health profession educators with an understanding of how concept mapping can be utilized to assess and build students' clinical reasoning as well as promote transfer of learning from the classroom to the clinical setting.

Description
An overview of the concept mapping process as well as rationale for its use to build clinical reasoning and decision-making skill is provided. Suggestions are also provided for its use as a competency instruction and assessment tool.

Clinical Advantages
Concept mapping reveals the gaps in a student's clinical reasoning and decision-making process, assists in filling these gaps and builds student understanding and application of evidence-based medicine to inform appropriate clinical decisions.

Conclusions
Through examination of concepts, their associated problems and how best to solve them based on evidence, concept mapping complements the instruction and assessment of educational competencies. The concept mapping process facilitates a student-centered learning approach, which can be peer or instructor evaluated.
Changes over Time in the Predictors of Athletic Training Program Commitment
Authors: Weiss Windee M. , Neibert Peter J. 
Published: June 2015

Context
Understanding changes in athletic training program (ATP) commitment over time is crucial in retaining high-quality students in an ATP.

Objective
The purpose of this study was to examine if changes over time in ATP commitment determinants are related to actual changes in ATP commitment.

Design
Longitudinal and cross-sectional survey.

Setting
Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education-accredited ATP.

Patients or Other Participants
A total of 99 male and female athletic training students participated in Time 1. A total of 71 (39% males, 61% females) of the original 99 participants participated in Time 2. Participants ranged in age from 18 to 24 years (mean = 20.05, standard deviation = 1.28).

Data Collection and Analysis
Previously validated measures assessed students' perceptions of enjoyment, attractive alternatives, investments, social constraints and support, benefits and costs, and commitment to ATP over time. Change scores for Times 1 and 2 were calculated for each predictor and commitment to ATP. Two multiple regression analyses determined which changes in the determinants of commitment predicted a change in commitment. A repeated-measures analysis of variance (ANOVA) determined the magnitude of change in the model variables over time. Lastly, a multivariate ANOVA compared who continued, graduated, and discontinued in the ATP.

Results
Increases in investments and enjoyment predicted positive changes in commitment from Time 1 to Time 2. Additionally, decreases in classmates' social constraints and increases in professors' social constraints positively predicted changes in commitment. When exploring the magnitude of change in the model variables, only increases and decreases in enjoyment from Time 1 to Time 2 were related to concomitant changes in commitment. Lastly, graduating students reported lower commitment and enjoyment and higher perceived costs than did those students who remained in the ATP and had not yet graduated.

Conclusions
Athletic training program commitment predictors tend to change over time; ATP enjoyment is critical to continued motivation.