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Toward a Psycho-Analytics of Power: Nietzsche’s Ascetic Priest in Foucault’s Genealogy of Sexuality
Authors: Konoval Brandon 
Published: November 2013

AbstractTo what extent is Michel Foucault’s history of sexuality a genealogy that observes the model of Nietzsche, and furthermore employs Nietzsche’s account or portrayal of power relations? This study assesses the relationship between Foucault’s
Morgenröte der unreinen Vernunft. Nietzsche bei Ortega y Gasset
Authors: Conill-Sancho Jesús 
Published: November 2013

ZusammenfassungDas Hauptziel der vorliegenden Studie besteht darin, die konstante Präsenz Nietzsches bei Ortega y Gasset und ihre Bedeutung für verschiedene entschei- dende Aspekte von dessen Denken auszuweisen. Das gilt insbesondere für die Entstehung der vitalen Vernunft als Ausdruck der Morgenröte der unreinen Vernunft. Damit wird ein neuer philosophischer Horizont eröffnet, der in der Lage ist, Idealismus und Positivismus zugleich zu überwinden. Nachdem der nietzschesche Hintergrund von Ortegas Denkweg von der reinen Vernunft zur unreinen Vernunft in Form der vitalen Vernunft geklärt worden ist, werden die folgenden nietzscheschen Elemente in Ortegas Philosophie der vitalen Vernunft behandelt: Phantasie und Vernunft, phantastisches Tier, perspektivistische Poetisierung und Metaphorisierung, Lebensbewertungen und Übermensch.
Tensile properties of polycaprolactone/nano-CaCO3 composites
Authors: Liang Ji-Zhao , Duan De-Rong , Tang Chak-Yin , Tsui Chi-Pong , Chen Da-Zhu , Zhang Shui-Dong 
Published: November 2013

Abstract
The effects of nanometer calcium carbonate content and tensile rate on the tensile properties of the filled polycaprolactone (PCL) composites were investigated. There was a certain reinforcing effect of the filler on the PCL resin. The tensile modulus increased nonlinearly, and the tensile strength also increased with increase of the filler weight fraction. When the filler weight fraction was kept constant, the tensile modulus and tensile strength increased slightly with increasing tensile rates. By comparing the experimental results with those determined from the tensile yield strength theory, the interfacial adhesion between the filler and matrix was found to be relatively strong; it should be one of the reasons for the good reinforcing effect.
A Sociolinguistic Account of WikiPiedmontese and WikiLombard / Eine soziolinguistische Auswertung von Wiki-Piedmontesisch und Wiki-Lombardisch / Etude sociolinguistique des Wikipédias en piémontais et en lombard
Authors: Miola Emanuele 
Published: November 2013

Obwohl nach populärer und teilweise auch wissenschaftlicher Auffassung die Italo- Romanischen Dialekte, vor allem das norditalienische Piemontesische und Lombardische, seit den 1960er Jahren dem Untergang geweiht schienen, sind sie heute nicht nur noch lebendig, sondern offenbar weiter verbreitet als je zuvor.Dieser Artikel untersucht die piemontesischen und lombardischen Dialekt-Wikipedias aus soziolinguistischer Sicht. Er zeigt, wie viele Mitarbeiter sie haben; welchen Alters, Geschlechts und sozialen Status sie sind; welche Art von Dialekt sie verwenden und welche soziolinguistischen Werte in ihnen zum Ausdruck kommen.Zuletzt werden auf Grundlage dieser Daten die unterschiedlichen Einstellungen der piemontesischen und lombardischen Protagonisten eines Online-Sprachausbaus diskutiert, wobei unterschiedliche Haltungen zu Fragen der Standardisierung zutage treten.
The use and the discursive functions of English in native-language online conversations among Dutch and German youth / Gebrauch und diskursive Funktionen des Englischen in muttersprachlichen Online-Gesprächen bei niederländischen und deutschen Jugendlichen / Utilisation et fonctions discursives de l'anglais dans les conversations en ligne et en langue maternelle chez les jeunes néerlandais et allemands
Authors: Dailey-O’Cain Jennifer 
Published: November 2013

Wenn auch die meisten jungen Menschen in Europa Englisch in der Schule lernen, so bieten sich damit doch in den europäischen Ländern unterschiedliche Kontaktmög- lichkeiten. Meinungs- und Nutzungsbefragungen deuten darauf hin, dass Jugendliche in verschiedenen Teilen Europas die englische Sprache unterschiedlich verwenden können. In Anbetracht dessen untersucht dieser Beitrag, wie niederländische und deutsche Jugendliche Englisch in ansonsten einsprachiger Kommunikation im Internet gebrauchen.Die Daten für diese Untersuchung stammen aus Gesprächen zweier Internet- gemeinschaften überwiegend von Jugendlichen: einer niederländischen und einer deutschen. Die Analyse bedient sich eines gemischten Modells quantitativer und qualitativer Methoden und konzentriert sich auf zwei Fragen: Wie viel Englisch verwendet die jeweilige Gemeindschaft, und welche Funktionen hat Englisch in der Interaktion? Die Ergebnisse deuten darauf hin, dass unterschiedliche Sprachideologien die Art und Weise beeinflussen, wie Jugendliche der beiden Länder die englische Sprache sehen und verwenden.
Effect of Coir Waste on the Geotechnical Characteristics of Soil
Authors: Jayasree P. K. , Balan K. , Nisha K. K. , Thushara T. S. 
Published: November 2013

Abstract
Kerala (the southernmost state in India), which is named after a coconut tree, is the first place that produced coir. The process of coir extraction produces coir waste, the disposal of which is becoming a major problem recently. Coir waste includes dusty matter called coir pith, along with some baby fibers. Studies have not yet been conducted on the influence of these coir wastes regarding the engineering behavior of soil. Two types of soils viz. lateritic soil and soft clay have been considered using different percentage of coir waste ranging from 0.5 % to 3 % by weight of soil. The main objective of the present investigation is to assess the usefulness of coir waste as a soil admixture and is focused on its influence on the engineering properties of soil. The present study covers the characterization of soils and coir pith, compaction behavior, CA bearing ratio, swelling and compressibility behavior. The results show that addition of coir waste modifies the geotechnical characteristics of both types of soils.
Genetic Variation for Life History Sensitivity to Seasonal Warming inArabidopsis thaliana
Authors: Li Yan , Cheng Riyan , Spokas Kurt A , Palmer Abraham A , Borevitz Justin O 
Published: November 2013

AbstractClimate change has altered life history events in many plant species; however, little is known about genetic variation underlying seasonal thermal response. In this study, we simulated current and three future warming climates and measured flowering time across a globally diverse set of Arabidopsis thaliana accessions. We found that increased diurnal and seasonal temperature (1°–3°) decreased flowering time in two fall cohorts. The early fall cohort was unique in that both rapid cycling and overwintering life history strategies were revealed; the proportion of rapid cycling plants increased by 3–7% for each 1° temperature increase. We performed genome-wide association studies (GWAS) to identify the underlying genetic basis of thermal sensitivity. GWAS identified five main-effect quantitative trait loci (QTL) controlling flowering time and another five QTL with thermal sensitivity. Candidate genes include known flowering loci; a cochaperone that interacts with heat-shock protein 90; and a flowering hormone, gibberellic acid, a biosynthetic enzyme. The identified genetic architecture allowed accurate prediction of flowering phenotypes (R2 &gt; 0.95) that has application for genomic selection of adaptive genotypes for future environments. This work may serve as a reference for breeding and conservation genetic studies under changing environments.
Age Group Differences in Positive and Negative Affect among Oldest-Old Adults: Findings from the Georgia Centenarian Study
Authors: Cho Jinmyoung , Martin Peter , Poon Leonard W. 
Published: November 2013

Objectives. The developmental adaptation model (Martin & Martin, 2002) provides insights into how current experiences and resources (proximal variables) and past experiences (distal variables) are correlated with outcomes (e.g., well-being) in later life. Applying this model, the current study examined proximal and distal variables associated with positive and negative affect in oldest-old adults, investigating age differences. Methods. Data from 306 octogenarians and centenarians who participated in Phase III of the Georgia Centenarian Study were used. Proximal variables included physical functioning, cognitive functioning, self-rated health, number of chronic conditions, social resources, and perceived economic status; distal variables included education, social productive activities, management of personal assets, and other learning experiences. Analysis of variance and block-wise regression analyses were conducted. Results. Octogenarians showed significantly higher levels of positive emotion than centenarians. Cognitive functioning was significantly associated with positive affect, and number of health problems was significantly associated with negative affect after controlling for gender, ethnicity, residence, and marital status. Furthermore, four significant interaction effects suggested that positive affect significantly depended on the levels of cognitive and physical functioning among centenarians, whereas positive affect was dependent on the levels of physical health problems and learning experiences among octogenarians. Conclusion. Findings of this study addressed the importance of current and past experiences and resources in subjective well-being among oldest-old adults as a life-long process. Mechanisms connecting aging processes at the end of a long life to subjective well-being should be explored in future studies.
Depression, Irritability, and Anxiety in Women with Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder
Authors: Ko Chih-Hung , Long Cheng-Yu , Chen Su-Yin Chen I-Ju , Huang Tzu-Hui , Yen Ju-Yu 
Published: November 2013

Objective: Depression, anxiety, and irritability are the three most studied symptoms of premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). This study aimed to assess the premenstrual exacerbation of these symptoms and their role in the diagnosis or functional impairment of PMDD. Methods: We recruited women with PMDD not undergoing any treatment and control subjects from the community. The diagnosis of PMDD was based on a positive score on the Premenstrual Symptoms Screening Tool and confirmed by psychiatric interviews and questionnaire follow-up for three menstrual cycles. A total of 67 women with PMDD and 75 control subjects participated the survey and reach the final analysis. They complete the Center for Epidemiological Studies, the Chinese Version of the Buss-Durkee Hostility Inventory-Short Form, and the Penn State Worry Questionnaire in both the premenstrual and follicular phases. Results: Women with PMDD, but no controls, demonstrate the premenstrual exacerbation of these three symptoms. Depression was the most prominent feature of the PMDD diagnosis while irritability was most frequently associated with functional impairment. Conclusions: Depression and irritability should be properly evaluated and treated among women with PMDD.
Suicide Risk in Dialysis: Review of Current Literature
Authors: Pompili Maurizio , Venturini Paola , Montebovi Franco , Forte Alberto , Palermo Mario , Lamis Dorian A. , Serafini Gianluca , Amore Mario , Girardi Paolo 
Published: November 2013

Background: Studies have shown that patients with end-stage kidney disease (ESKD) are at risk of experiencing suicidal ideation and suicide attempt. Study Design: The aim of the present review was to investigate whether there was a relationship between dialysis and suicide. A careful systematic review of the literature was conducted to determine the potential association between dialysis and suicide. Selection Criteria for Studies: Abstracts that did not explicitly mention suicide and dialysis were excluded. We identified as specific fields of interest in the analysis of dialysis or ESRD and suicidal behavior. Results: A total of 26 articles from peer-reviewed journals were considered and the most relevant articles ( N = 13) were selected for this review. Outcomes: It has been posited that suicidal ideation, occurring in dialysis, may arise from co-morbid depression and psychiatric symptoms are frequent in patients who underwent dialysis. Limitations: The present review should be considered in the light of some limitations. We did not carry out a meta-analysis because data from most of the studies did not permit it. Samples included different measurements and different outcomes, and they assessed patients at different time points. Conclusions: The available data suggest that the risk of self-harm may be higher than expected in dialysis patients especially in those who suffer by depression and anxiety. Moreover, although the majority of deaths among dialysis patients is preceded by withdrawal from treatment, suicide remains a separate phenomenon.
Hopelessness the “Active Ingredient”? Associations of Hopelessness and Depressive Symptoms with Interleukin-6
Authors: Mitchell Amanda M. , Pössel Patrick , Sjögren Elaine , Kristenson Margareta 
Published: November 2013

Objective: Previous research has revealed a relationship of depressive symptoms and hopelessness with cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) which are associated with elevated levels of interleukin-6 (IL-6). The objective of this study was to explore whether depressive symptoms and hopelessness are independent predictors of IL-6 levels. Method: Hopelessness, depressive symptoms, and IL-6 were measured in 45 Swedish adults (26 women and 19 men; age range: 31–65 years). Two separated linear regressions were conducted with hopelessness and depressive symptoms serving as individual predictors of IL-6. Another regression analysis examined whether the two predictors predict IL-6 when controlling for each other. The regression coefficients of the models with one predictor and with both predictors were compared. Results: As predicted, after adjusting for age, BMI, illness, smoking, and gender, more depressive symptoms and more hopelessness predicted higher IL-6 levels in independent regressions. When controlling for each other, hopelessness, but not depressive symptoms, predicted IL-6 levels. Finally, when controlling for hopelessness, the regression between depressive symptoms and IL-6 level was significantly reduced; however, there was no significant change in the regression between hopelessness and IL-6 level when controlling for depressive symptoms. Conclusions: Thus, these results suggest that depressive symptoms and hopelessness are not independent predictors of IL-6 levels. Future research should explore the interplay of hopelessness and depressive symptoms on other risk factors of CVDs.
Generalized matrix functions and determinants
Authors: Jafari Mohammad , Madadi Ali 
Published: November 2013

Abstract
In this paper we prove that, up to a scalar multiple, the determinant is the unique generalized matrix function that preserves the product or remains invariant under similarity. Also, we present a new proof for the known result that, up to a scalar multiple, the ordinary characteristic polynomial is the unique generalized characteristic polynomial for which the Cayley-Hamilton theorem remains true.
Filling in missing sea-surface temperature satellite data over the Eastern Mediterranean Sea using the DINEOF algorithm
Authors: Nikolaidis Andreas , Georgiou Georgios , Hadjimitsis Diofantos , Akylas Evangelos 
Published: November 2013

AbstractThe Data Interpolating Empirical Orthogonal Functions method is a special technique based on Empirical Orthogonal Functions and developed to reconstruct missing data from satellite images, which is especially useful for filling in missing data from geophysical fields. Successful experiments in the Western Mediterranean encouraged extension of the application eastwards using a similar experimental implementation. The present study summarizes the experimental work done, the implementation of the method and its ability to reconstruct the sea-surface temperature fields over the Eastern Mediterranean basin, and specifically in the Levantine Sea. L3 type Satellite Sea-surface Temperature data has been used and reprocessed in order to recover missing information from cloudy images. Data reconstruction with this method proved to be extremely effective, even when using a relatively small number of time steps, and markedly accelerated the procedure. A detailed comparison with the two oceanographic models proves the accuracy of the method and the validity of the reconstructed fields.
Toxicity of a Traditional Molluscicide to Asian Clam Veligers
Authors: Layhee Megan , Yoshioka Miho , Farokhkish Bahram , Gross Jackson A. , Sepulveda Adam J. 
Published: November 2013

Abstract
Aquaculture and hatchery industries are in need of effective control methods to reduce the risk of spreading aquatic invasive species, such as the Asian clam Corbicula fluminea, through aquaculture and hatchery activities. The planktonic nature of Asian clam veligers enables this life stage to enter water-based infrastructure undetected, including hatchery trucks used to stock fish. Once in hatchery trucks, veligers can disperse overland and establish in previously uninvaded habitats. As a result, there is a need to develop techniques that result in veliger mortality but do not harm fish. In September 2012, we conducted laboratory trials to determine if a molluscicide (750 mg/L potassium chloride and 25 mg/L formalin) commonly used to kill zebra mussel (Dreissena polymorpha) veligers in hatchery trucks can also effectively kill Asian clam veligers. We exposed Asian clam veligers to this molluscicide for 1, 3, and 5 h in each of two water types: deionized water and filtered lake water. We found &lt;20% mortality at the 1-h exposure period and 100% mortality at both the 3-h and 5-h exposure periods, regardless of water type. This laboratory study represents an important step toward reducing the spread of Asian clams by aquaculture facilities.
Genetic Polymorphisms Associated with Endometriosis in Pakistani Women
Authors: Liaqat Irfana , Jahan Nusrat , Lone Khalid P. , Pakstis Andrew , Taylor Hugh S. 
Published: November 2013

Background Endometriosis is a common disease that causes pain and infertility. The heritable predisposition toward endometriosis motivates an interest to identify the genes and genomic variants involved in the pathogenesis of endometriosis. Both genetic and environmental factors contribute to this disease. Here we investigated in Pakistani women the association of endometriosis and single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNP) in genes previously identified in the development of this disease. Methods DNA samples from 52 genetically unrelated endometriosis subjects with endometriosis and 52 randomly selected controls were analyzed by direct sequencing to determine polymorphisms in four genes. These included estrogen receptor alpha (ESR1) (rs2234693 C/T, rs9340799 G/A SNP), estrogen receptor beta (ESR2) (rs4986938 G/A SNP), progesterone receptor (PGR) (rs1042838 G/T, rs10895068 G/A SNPs) and interleukin 10 (IL10) (rs1800871 C/T, rs1800872 C/A and rs1800896 G/A SNPs). Results The allele A at −592, T at −819 and G at −1080 of IL10 and all of the SNPs studied at ESR2 and PGR show strong, statistically significant associations with the disease. However, the genetic variation at ESR1 was distributed similarly among cases and control groups. Conclusion These findings suggest that the functional promoter polymorphism of the IL10 gene, identified by the “ATG” genotype, may contribute to the risk of endometriosis. Genetic variants of ESR2 and PGR gene may also be a risk factor as well as influence the fertility status of patients with endometriosis.
Do Low-Dose Oral Contraceptives have an Effect on Ovarian Endometrioma Diameter and Endometriosis Symptoms?
Authors: Del Forno Simona , Solfrini Serena , Ferrini Giulia , Zannoni Letizia , Bertoldo Valentina , Monti Giorgia , Leonardi Deborah , Labate Antonio Maria Morselli , Paccapelo Alexandro , Seracchioli Renato 
Published: November 2013

Purpose To investigate the effect of a low-dose oral contraceptive containing drospirenone/ethinylestradiol 3 mg/20 μg on endometrioma mean diameter. Methods Fifty women with sonographic diagnosis of ovarian endometrioma and at least 12 months of therapy with drospirenone/ethinylestradiol 3 mg/20 μg, without previous adnexal surgery, were selected for this retrospective study. Endometrioma mean diameter measured with transvaginal ultrasonography and endometriosis-associated symptoms evaluated by a visual analogue scale (VAS) score (0-10) were reported at therapy prescription (baseline) and after 6, 12 and 18 months of treatment. Main outcome measures were endometrioma mean diameters and endometriosis-associated symptoms variations during the follow-up; differences between cyclic and continuous regimen were also considered. Results A significant reduction in endometrioma mean diameter was observed during the follow-up. The reductions of mean diameter versus baseline values were significantly higher in continuous users than in cyclic users at 6 and 18 months of follow-up. No new endometriomas occurred. The dysmenorrhea VAS score significantly decreased during the follow-up. Conclusions Drospirenone/ethinylestradiol 3 mg/20 μg seems to be effective in reducing endometrioma mean diameter. The continuous regimen seems to be associated with a greater reduction than the cyclic one.
The Impact of Socioeconomic and Anamnestic Characteristics on Quality of Life and Sexual Function in Women with Endometriosis
Authors: Di Donato Nadine , Montanari Giulia , Benfenati Arianna , Leonardi Debora , Bertoldo Valentina , Monti Giorgia , Casadio Paolo , La Marca Antonio , Seracchioli Renato 
Published: November 2013

Purpose The aim of this study is to evaluate the impact of sociodemographic and anamnestic characteristics of women with deep infiltrating endometriosis (DIE) on the quality of life and sexual function. Methods It is a prospective cohort study including 200 women with pre-operative clinical and ultrasound diagnosis of DIE. They completed a pre-operative questionnaire regarding sociodemographic and anamnestic characteristics, a sexual activity questionnaire (Sexual Health Outcomes in Women Questionnaire [SHOW-Q]) and a quality of life questionnaire (Short Form-36 Health Survey [SF-36]). Results The mean values obtained for the SF-36 (50.7 ± 21.1) and SHOW-Q (56.4 ± 21.1) questionnaire showed an impairment of quality of life and sexual function. Women with a history of previous surgery had significantly lower scores of SF-36 and SHOW-Q questionnaires than women without (p< 0.05). The increase of body mass index (BMI) was positively correlated with an improvement of sexual function (p = 0.008). Postsecondary education was significantly associated with a better quality of life (p = 0.001). Conclusions Patients with DIE have an impairment of quality of life and sexual function. Educational level, BMI and previous surgery may influence quality of life and sexual function of women affected by DIE.