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Grand Illusion? The Phenomenon of Jewish Life in Poland after the Holocaust in Lower Silesia
Authors: Ilwicka Agnieszka 
Published: February 2015

The Jewish Life in Poland inLower Silesia began with the end of World War II. Survivors from the local concentration camp in Gross Rosen created the first Jewish committee and, with German Jewish survivors, started a new chapter in the post war history of Lower Silesia. The fact that only 10% of the Jews from the whole population overcame the extermination should be borne in mind. There is a related branch of research that seeks to determine how long Jewish life continued in Europe, where and under what conditions. In the last few years, we have become aware of the extent to which Jews actually built new possibilities after World War II in Poland, 1945–1968. In fact, the prevailing popular image of post–war Jewry is a simplistic one that divides the Jewish population into basic groups: the assimilated Jews of Russia; the “Jewish Jews” of Poland and other western areas, annexed to the Soviet Union, who sought to preserve at least some aspects of Yiddishkayt (Jewishness); and the traditional Jews, who remained devout.In the period of 1945–1950, the Jews created the most important center of Jewish Life in Europe, in terms of culture, industry, education and intellectual life. A stabilization period of the Jewish settlement began with the autumn of 1946. The softening of emigration rules and the closure of the Polish borders in the winter of 1947 helped Jews fully concentrate on the Jewish life in Poland. At that time, political, social, economic and cultural activities continued to be carried out on a large scale. In 1946, 16,960 Jews were registered in Wrocław. With the change of the policy towards the Jewish community by the communist government of Poland, the Jewish settlement in Wrocław slowed down and eventually, at the beginning of the 70’s, Jewish life in the Lower Silesia disappeared from the cultural map of the local landscapes.Even though some of the Jewish settlers remained in the Lower Silesia to continue Jewish life in this territory, the community never became as strong and influential as it was at the beginning of the settlement.
Radio and the Church – a Historical Glance
Authors: Sultana Carl-Mario 
Published: February 2015

Radio is a very powerful mass communication medium. In radio broadcasting, one can hear the echo of Christ’s words to his apostles in the missionary discourse: “You received without charge, give without charge…What you hear in whispers, proclaim from the house tops” (Mt 10,8b.27). Although the Church uses radio as a means to transmit the Good News of salvation, and we as human beings receive radio transmissions as a part of our daily life, we barely stop to think and reflect upon the underlying aspects of radio as a means of communication. In this paper, the Author endeavours to give a historical overview of what makes radio an important medium for evangelisation according to four key documents of the Church, while also studying the underlying theological positions found in these documents. These documents enable us to study radio as a broadcasting medium, highlighting the possible reactions of the Church to radio and how the Church changed its stance on radio over the years. The reason for focussing specifically on radio is for two particular reasons: from the very beginning, the Church has considered radio as a means for evangelising the masses. Notwithstanding this, what is going to be discussing in the paper can be equally applied to Television as a mass communication medium. Secondly, the Church took an active role in radio broadcasting by asking Guglielmo Marconi himself to construct the Vatican Radio in 1931. The documents of the Church also offer us a theology of radio as a mass communication medium, with unity, progress and evangelisation being the fundamental aspects. Church documents posit that not everything should be broadcasted over radio but only messages which bring about peace and unity.
La scelta missionaria nell’attività del consiglio pastorale parrocchiale
Authors: Rojowski Leszek 
Published: February 2015

The article discusses the missionary option as indicated by Pope Francis in his first apostolic exhortation. This challenging option can be lived fully only through a total commitment of all church structures. That is why it is interesting to reflect how one of the parish structures, namely the pastoral council, can contribute – according to its competences – to put into practice what has been enunciated in Evangelii gaudium.A particular contribution of the parish pastoral council consists primarily in the development of an adequate parish pastoral plan, which would have as its main goal to educate the parish as a missionary community, responsible for the transmission of the Christian faith in today’s world. The article also features some directions from the Papal document which must be taken into account and some practical suggestions which aid in reaching the delineated goals. A commitment of the parish pastoral council to fulfil this missionary choice enables this structure to see its role as oriented “to promote conformity of the life and actions of the People of God with the Gospel”.
Comments: Supply/Demand Trends
Authors: Donnelly John 
Published: February 2015

Editor's column
Global oil production, consumption, and prices have remained largely stable in recent years, but several trends in the world supply/demand balance are evident in BP’s Statistical Review of World Energy 2014.
The review, released in June, offers a snapshot of the global energy picture in 2013 along with historical data to put the information into perspective. The annual review contains country- by-country data on oil and gas production and consumption. The report shows the continuation of several trends that have begun in the past few years: tremendous oil production growth in the United States, the continued decline of oil in overall energy market share, increases in oil supply and demand below historical averages, and the rise of coal in the energy mix.
The US “shale revolution” has not only transformed the country’s short- to medium- term outlook, reversing years of oil production decline, but also is having a significant impact beyond North America as well. US oil production in 2013 rose by 1.1 million BOPD, one of the highest year-on-year increases in history, according to the review. US oil production now exceeds 10 million BOPD, the country’s highest level since 1986.
The fastest demand growth last year was also in the US, as consumption grew by 400,000 BOPD. Growth was led by the industrial sector, indicating continued recovery from the 2008 global financial crisis. US demand growth outpaced China’s for the first time in 1999. China’s energy demand growth still hit 4.7%, but lagged its 10-year average of 8.6%.
The price of oil is at its most stable since 1970, as the large production increases in the US have offset supply declines in the Middle East/North Africa region. A cumulative 3 million bbl has been lost “since the start of the 2011 Arab uprising,” according to the report, but US output has grown by similar amounts. The price of Brent averaged USD 108.66/bbl in 2013, a slight decline from the year before, and the third straight year that the oil price has exceeded USD 100/bbl.
Prevalence of Punctate Keratopathy of West Indians in a Colombian Referral Center and a New Name Proposed: Rice´s Keratopathy
Authors: Galvis Virgilio , Tello Alejandro , Jaramillo Luis C , Paredes David , Camacho Paul A 
Published: February 2015

Purpose :To perform a prevalence study of Punctate Keratopathy of West Indians in Colombian individuals and to propose a new name for the condition.Methods :Prospective, population-based epidemiological study. All patients evaluated between November 1 and December 31, 2012, in the Centro Oftalmológico Virgilio Galvis and Fundación Oftalmológica de Santander (FOSCAL), Floridablanca, Colombia, with clinical findings of white corneal opacities corresponding to Punctate Keratopathy of West Indians were identified. Careful slit-lamp examination was performed for clinical diagnosis and findings were reported in the electronic medical record indicating number and location of the lesions. Prevalence was calculated for the total population, and for gender and age groups. Furthermore a literature review was performed and a new name for the condition proposed.Results :In the whole group of patients, prevalence was 1.0%. No one case was diagnosed in a patient younger than 21 year-old. No one lesion was located within 2.5 mm of the corneal apex. 96% of affected patients had unilateral involvement. 58.5% of eyes had a single corneal lesion; 7% of eyes had 6 or 7 corneal lesions.Conclusion :The condition heretofore known as Punctate Keratopathy of West Indians was present in 1% of our patients in Colombia (South America). Thus, this non-infectious, non-inflammatory, asymptomatic ailment of unknown etiology is not restricted to people of Antillean descent, or who have lived in these islands. We propose the new name “Rice's keratopathy". Age and male gender were independent risk factors for the presence of the keratopathy.
Physicochemical Properties and Yield of Tomato Varieties under Plastic House Condition
Authors: Tiwari Dev N. , Adhikari Ram C. , Shrestha Man B. 
Published: February 2015

Seven tomato varieties, Ahmita, BL-410, Ceres, Dalila, Makish, Srijana and Winsari were evaluated for physicochemical properties and fruit yield under plastic house condition during rainy seasons of two consecutive years 2012 and 2013 at the Regional Agriculture Research Station, Lumle, Kaski . The experiment was laid out in a complete randomized block design with four replications. The physicochemical analyses revealed that BL-410 had the highest total soluble solid (5.22 oBx) while Srijana had the highest tritrable acidity (0.903%) and vitamic C content (32.32 mg/100 g). It showed that Srijana was the most useful variety from nutritional perspective. BL-410 took least time to flowering (22.00 days), fruiting (28.00 days) and first harvesting (72.00 days) after transplanting. Ahmita produced maximum number of fruits per cluster (8.43). Ceres produced largest size (122.0 g) fruit while Winsari measured the tallest plant (120.5). Winsari produced highest marketable yield (105.8 t ha<sup>-1</sup>). Thus, it has been recommended for commercial production. Srijana, which has highest nutritional value needs to be promoted with increasing its productivity.DOI: http://dx.doi.org/njst.v15i2.12106 Nepal Journal of Science and Technology Vol. 15, No.2 (2014) 17-22
Some Helminth Parasites of Gharial from Chitwan National Park, Nepal
Authors: Kumal Prakash Mani , Maharjan Mahendra 
Published: February 2015

A study on helminth parasites on captive gharial (Gavialis gangeticus) was conducted during July-December 2012 at Gharial Breeding Centre, Kasara, Chitwan National Park to isolate, identify and find out their prevalence. Dead gharial hatchlings were collected directly from the centre in fresh and frozen conditions. Out of 85 samples examined, 40 samples 47.06% as prevalence rate of helminth parasites. During the study three helminth parasites were first reported from the gharials of Nepal; Pentastomid (Sebekia sp.), Capillarioids and Ascaridoids. The dead hatchlings were found to be infected with Pentastomid (41.17%), Ascaridoids (7.05%), Capillarioids (1.17%), Proctocaecum gairhei (3.52%) and Exotidendrium sp. (36.47%). In the month of December helminth parasites showed highest prevalence; Sebekia sp. (100%) and Proctocaecum gairhei (75%) and Exotidendrium sp. (100%) and the lowest prevalence in the month of July; Sebekia sp. (4%), Capillarioids (4%) and Exotidendrium sp. (8%).DOI: http://dx.doi.org/njst.v15i2.12111Nepal Journal of Science and Technology Vol. 15, No.2 (2014) 37-40
Assessment on the contact factors of a sandwich soft finger model – An experimental investigation
Authors: Raja K. Venkatesh , Malayalamurthi R. 
Published: February 2015

Abstract
The bio-mechanics of skin and bone play a crucial role in dexterous object manipulations and artificial robotic gripper design. Establishing a quantitative relationship between imposed loads and contact factors is necessary to understand the governing mechanics behind it. Towards this goal, experimental investigations on the contact parameters of a sandwich soft fingertip comprising a soft layer and solid core are presented. The influence of soft layer stratum and material grades on the power law equation is investigated by introducing a new dimensionless parameter – Power Factor. The results clearly indicate that the power index “γ” is dependent on the material as well as shell thickness and in addition the proportionality constant “C” is dependent on the geometry. Also, the magnitude of both the constants increases with power factor and saturates at a value of ≈1.25. Numerical simulation is performed to support the experimental results. Finally, an optimum ratio of power factor is determined and the number ≈1.25 is critical in designing the artificial robotic sandwich fingertip.
Effect of quench–ageing treatment on the microstructure and properties of Zn-15Al-3Cu alloy
Authors: Savaşkan Temel , Hekimoğlu Ali Paşa 
Published: February 2015

Abstract
In order to determine the effect of quench–ageing treatment on the microstructure and properties of Zn-15Al-3Cu alloy, it was prepared by permanent mould casting and then solution treated at a temperature of 330 °C, quenched and aged at 180 °C. The changes in the microstructure, length, hardness, strength and ductility of the quenched alloy were monitored during ageing. The microstructure of the alloy in the as-cast condition consisted of β dendrites and α, η and ∊ phases. However, solution treatment followed by quenching removed the lamellar microstructure of the alloy and produced a supersaturated β solid solution. Subsequent ageing resulted in transformation of β solid solution to α and η phases and conversion of metastable ∊ phase to stable T′ compound. Appropriate ageing times for T6 and T7 heat treatments of this alloy have been determined according to the experimental results.
Modelling channelized surface drainage of supraglacial lakes
Authors: Kingslake J. , Ng F. , Sole A. 
Published: February 2015

AbstractSupraglacial lakes can drain to the bed of ice sheets, affecting ice dynamics, or over their surface, relocating surface water. Focusing on surface drainage, we first discuss observations of lake drainage. In particular, for the first time, lakes are observed to drain >70 km across the Nivlisen ice shelf, East Antarctica. Inspired by these observations, we develop a model of lake drainage through a channel that incises into an ice-sheet surface by frictional heat dissipated in the flow. Modelled lake drainage can be stable or unstable. During stable drainage, the rate of lake-level drawdown exceeds the rate of channel incision, so discharge from the lake decreases with time; this can prevent the lake from emptying completely. During unstable drainage, discharge grows unstably with time and always empties the lake. Model lakes are more prone to drain unstably when the initial lake area, the lake input and the channel slope are larger. These parameters will vary during atmospheric-warming-induced ablation-area expansion, hence the mechanisms revealed by our analysis can influence the dynamic response of ice sheets to warming through their impact on surface-water routing and storage.
Research in Action: From AIDS to Global Health to Impact. A Symposium in Recognition of the Scientific Contributions of Professor Joep Lange
Authors: Boender T Sonia , Barré-Sinoussi Françoise , Cooper David , Goosby Eric , Hankins Catherine , Heidenrijk Michiel , De Jong Menno , Kazatchkine Michel , Laoye Fola , Merson Michael , Reiss Peter , De Wit Tobias F Rinke , Rogo Khama , Schellekens Onno , Schultsz Constance , Sigaloff Kim CE , Simon John , Zewdie Debrework 
Published: February 2015

On Tuesday 14 October 2014, 850 family members, friends, colleagues, prominent scientists and dignitaries from all over the world gathered in Amsterdam to pay tribute to the lives and legacies of Joep Lange and Jacqueline van Tongeren. The remembrance was held at the Amsterdam Medical Centre (AMC) where Joep and Jacqueline met and worked together for many years. The day was organized by the AMC, the Amsterdam Institute for Global Health and Development (AIGHD) and PharmAccess Foundation. The latter two were both founded by Joep. A morning symposium titled ‘Research in action: from AIDS to global health to impact’ highlighted Joep's scientific legacy (Figure 1). During the remembrance in the afternoon, a range of speakers shared memories of Joep and Jacqueline. As was the case during their lives, the personal and the professional were closely intertwined throughout the day. As Prof Peter Piot said, Joep and Jacqueline shared a common perspective on life: ‘La folie suprême est de voir la vie comme elle est et non comme elle devrait être.’ If there was one thing that defined them both, it was indeed that they saw life – and lived it – not as it was, but as it should be. ‘Joep's place in history is really as the visionary architect of combination therapy,’ Prof Piot stated, adding that ‘it cannot be stressed enough that he was ahead of his time, a true innovator.’ Joep's contribution didn't stop at science. Dr Khama Rogo of the World Bank explained that ‘it's not enough to be a doctor or a researcher if you're not also an activist.’ Joep fully understood the importance of translating research into action and generating impact for people. Prof Marcel Levi, chairman of the AMC, summarized the enormity of the impact Joep had on the world with the words ‘it's rare to know someone who has saved millions of lives.’ The scientific symposium traced Joep's career, starting in the early eighties with the treatment of the first AIDS patients and the design of antiretroviral therapy, moving towards the emerging field of global health and ending with his most recent focus: using knowledge derived from scientific research to improve access to quality health care in real-world settings. From Prof Françoise Barré-Sinoussi, who won the Nobel Prize for the discovery of HIV, to Prof Michael Merson, who founded Duke University's Global Health Institute, the list of presenters reads like a who's who of people involved at key moments in the history of HIV and global health (Figure 2). ‘And Joep,’ as Barré-Sinoussi said, ‘contributed to all eras of HIV.’ More memories of Joep and Jacqueline shared throughout the day are available at http://www.joepandjacqueline.org/remembrance/ .
Calcified Amyloid Tumor of Neck with Exuberant Giant Cell Reaction
Authors: Bandyopadhyay Arghya , Bhattacharya Shubham , Maiti Barnali , Bose Koushik 
Published: February 2015

ABSTRACTAmyloidosis is a group of disorders characterized by an extracellular deposition of an abnormal amount of proteins in a variety of organs resulting from abnormal folding of protein. It typically presents as disseminated deposits. Tumor like localized presentation of amyloidosis in the absence of systemic amyloidosis is referred to as amyloidoma or amyloid tumor. Amyloidoma is the least common presentation of tissue amyloid deposition. Amyloidoma of soft tissue is again a very rare entity, especially in the neck region. Calcification and minimum giant cell reaction can occur in amyloidoma. However, extensive calcification and exuberant giant cell reaction in amyloidoma of soft tissue neck make it difficult to diagnose. In this report, we discuss such a rare case with its differential diagnoses.
Frequency and characterization of celiac ganglia diagnosed on fine-needle aspiration
Authors: ElGabry Ehab A. , Monaco Sara E. , Pantanowitz Liron 
Published: February 2015

Introduction:
Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS)-guided fine-needle aspiration (FNA) is frequently used to sample intra-abdominal lesions and lymph nodes. Celiac ganglia normally located near the celiac artery may be sampled during these procedures. The aim of this study was to determine the frequency of detection and cytologic findings of celiac ganglia diagnosed on FNA.

Materials and Methods:
A 14-year retrospective review of radiologic and endoscopic FNA cases involving the celiac region was performed. Cases in which ganglia were reported were further analyzed and slides reviewed.

Results:
A total of 354 patients underwent FNA of a suspected celiac lymph node (334 patients) or celiac mass (20 cases). In 9 of these patients (2.5%), ganglion cells were identified. These were identified in cases only after 2008 via EUS-guided FNA. Aspirates were hypocellular and bloody. Large ganglion cells were either sparsely dispersed or present in clusters. Ganglion cells had a low N: C ratio, granular cytoplasm with neuromelanin, and eccentric small round nucleus with a prominent nucleolus. One specimen had concomitant pancreatic adenocarcinoma. None of these cases had a false positive on-site adequacy assessment or final misdiagnosis.

Conclusions:
These data show that celiac ganglia may be infrequently encountered, especially with intra-abdominal EUS-guided FNA targeting nodes or masses near the celiac region. Therefore, cytologists should be aware of the possibility of finding ganglionic cells in EUS-guided FNA samples.
A Specialisation of the Bump–Friedberg L-function
Authors: Matringe Nadir 
Published: February 2015

AbstractWe study the restriction of Bump–Friedberg integrals to affine lines {(s + α, 2s), s ∊ ℂ}. It has simple theory, very close to that of the Asai L-function. It is an integral representation of the product L(s + α, π)L(2s, Λ2, π), which we denote by Llin(s, π, α) for this abstract, when π is a cuspidal automorphic representation of GL(k, 𝔸) for 𝔸 the adeles of a number field. When k is even, we show that the partial L-function Llin,S(s, π, α) has a pole at 1/2 if and only if π admits a (twisted) global period. This gives a more direct proof of a theorem of Jacquet and Friedberg, asserting that π has a twisted global period if and only if L(α + 1/2, π) ≠ 0 and L(1, Λ2 , π) = ∞. When k is odd, the partial L-function is holmorphic in a neighbourhood of Re(s) ≥ 1/2 when Re(α) is ≥ 0.