bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Delivering below the line in project management – A conceptual exploration
Authors: Ojiako Udechukwu , Chipulu Maxwell , Maguire Stuart 
Published: June 2013

Purpose: In this conceptual paper, the argument is put forward that due to the complexity that characterises most project environments, it is now time to examine alternative notions of project outcomes.Design/Methodology/Approach: The study is conceptual in nature and draws upon literature on complexity theory, expectations theories and stakeholder theory.Findings: The paper finds that there is a need to articulate a different assessment of project outcomes than has been traditionally undertaken. Such assessments may emphasise the perceptions of project clients formed through their experience of projects throughout the project lifecycle.Implications: This paper raises questions on whether the outcomes of projects are best ‘measured’ or ‘assessed’.
Enhancement of Decision Rules to Increase Generalizability and Performance of the Rule-Based System Assessing Risk for Pressure Ulcer
Authors: Kim H. , Choi J. 
Published: June 2013

SummaryBackground: A rule-based system, the Braden Scale based Automated Risk Assessment Tool (BART), was developed to assess risk for pressure ulcer in a previous study. However, the BART illustrated two major areas in need of improvement, which were: 1) the enhancement of decision rules and 2) validation of generalizability to increase performance of BART.Objectives: To enhance decision rules and validate generalizability of the enhanced BART.Method: Two layers of decision rule enhancement were performed: 1) finding additional data items with the experts and 2) validating logics of decision rules utilizing a guideline modeling language. To refine the decision rules of the BART further, a survey study was conducted to ascertain the operational level of patient status description of the Braden Scale.The enhanced BART (BART2) was designed to assess levels of pressure ulcer risk of patients (N = 99) whose data were collected by the nurses. The patients’ level of pressure ulcer risk was assessed by the nurses using a Braden Scale, by an expert using a Braden Scale, and by the automatic BART2 electronic risk assessment. SPSS statistical software version 20 (IBM, 2011) was used to test the agreement between the three different risk assessments performed on each patient.Results: The level of agreement between the BART2 and the expert pressure ulcer assessments was “very good (0.83)”. The sensitivity and the specificity of the BART2 were 86.8% and 90.3% respectively.Conclusion: This study illustrated successful enhancement of decision rules and increased general-izability and performance of the BART2. Although the BART2 showed a “very good” level of agreement (kappa = 0.83) with an expert, the data reveal a need to improve the moisture parameter of the Braden Scale. Once the moisture parameter has been improved, BART2 will improve the quality of care, while accurately identifying the patients at risk for pressure ulcers.Citation: Choi J, Kim H. Enhancement of Decision Rules to Increase Generalizability and Performance of the Rule-Based System Assessing Risk for Pressure Ulcer. Appl Clin Inf 2013; 4: 251–266http://dx.doi.org/10.4338/ACI-2012-12-RA-0056
Intraosseous Hemangioma: A Case Report and Review of Literature
Authors: Mukherji Srijon , Chauhan Yogendra Singh 
Published: June 2013

ABSTRACTIntraosseous vascular lesions are rare conditions, comprising only 0.5 to 1% of all intraosseous hemangioma tumors. They mainly occur in the second decade of life especially in female. The most common locations are the vertebral column and skull; nevertheless, the mandible is quite rare location. Hemangiomas are benign vasoformative neoplasms of endothelial origin. However, the origin of central hemangioma is debatable. Cavernous hemangioma produces dilemma in diagnosis with central gaint cell tumor, aneurysmal bone cyst, ameloblastoma, cystic lesion such as residual cyst, keratocyst and fibro-osseous lesions, such as fibrous dysplasia being frontier in clinical diagnosis. Here, we report a 6 years male with cavernous hemangioma of mandible.How to cite this articleChauhan YS, Mukherji S. Intraosseous Hemangioma: A Case Report and Review of Literature. Int J Head Neck Surg 2013;4(2):66-69.
Fixed Dose Combination Therapy of Antioxidants in Treatment of Idiopathic Oligoasthenozoospermia: Results of a Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled Clinical Trial
Authors: Malik Sonia , Kalra Sanjay , Gopinath PM , Saxena Ajit , Kalra Bharti , Kochhar Kapil , Zaveri Hemant 
Published: June 2013

ABSTRACT

Introduction
To assess the effectiveness and safety of fixed dose combination (FDC) of antioxidants in treatment of idiopathic oligoasthenozoospermia.

Materials and methods
Placebo-controlled, Double-blind, randomized, Parallel three arm, Multicentric trial.

Setting
Fertility clinics of five centers across India.

Patients
One hundred and thirty-eight male subjects, aged between 21 and 50 years and subfertile for 1 year or more with the following baseline sperm selection criteria: Concentration <15 million/ml and total sperm motility <40%.

Intervention(s)
Eligible subjects were randomized to either of the three arms in a double-blind manner, i.e. arm 1 was given 2 tablets twice daily of FDC of antioxidants (coenzyme-Q10: 50 mg, L-carnitine: 500 mg, lycopene: 2.5 mg and zinc: 12.5 mg); arm 2 was given 1 tablet of FDC of antioxidants and one tablet of placebo twice daily and arm 3 was two tablets twice daily of matching placebo all for 180 days.

Main outcome measure(s)
The primary outcome measures were improvement in sperm count and sperm motility, whereas pregnancy rate was the secondary efficacy outcome.

Results
Compared to placebo, a statistically significant improvement was seen in sperm count (14.8-26.35 in arm 1 and 14.37-24.8 million/ml in arm 2, p < 0.0001), and sperm total motility (39.2-51.6% in arm 1 and 38.4-50.1% in arm 2, p < 0.0001), at 90 days, and treatment further improved these parameters at day 180. No intergroup difference was seen between arm 1 and arm 2. Mild adverse event of upper gastrointestinal discomfort by 8 subjects (three in arm 1; one in arm 2 and four subjects in arm 3) were reported. No serious adverse event was seen in the study.

Conclusion
Exogenous administration of fixed dose combination of antioxidants is a safe and effective therapy in improving the male subfertility.

How to cite this article
Gopinath PM, Kalra B, Saxena A, Malik S, Kochhar K, Kalra S, Zaveri H. Fixed Dose Combination Therapy of Antioxidants in Treatment of Idiopathic Oligoasthenozoospermia: Results of a Randomized, Doubleblind, Placebo-controlled Clinical Trial. Int J Infertility Fetal Med 2013;4(1):6-13.
Disorder of Sexual Development with Sex Chromosome Mosaicism 46 XY and 47 XXY
Authors: Govindaraj Sampath Kumar , Muralidhar Lakshmidevi , Saxena Rajiv Kumar 
Published: June 2013

ABSTRACTIncidence of abnormalities of sex chromosome is reported to be 1 in 448 new born babies. The association between clinical phenotype and sex chromosome abnormality is highly variable. A 34-year-old unmarried female patient reported to out patient department with complaints of primary amenorrhea and occasional pain in the lower abdomen. On examination, her height was 160 cm and body mass index (BMI) was 27 kg/m2. Breast development was Tanner stage 4, pubic hair was tanners stage 1 and no axillary hair was noted. Ultrasonography showed a hypoechoic structure in the place of uterus measuring around 1.7 × 1.1 × 1.0 cm and hypoechoic structures were also noted in relation to iliac vessels suggestive of gonads. Karyotyping showed 46 XY and 47 XXY mosaicism. Bilateral gonadectomy was done and histopathology showed testicular atrophy with Leydig cell hyperplasia. This case is reported in view of the interesting clinical presentation of this rare mosaicism.How to cite this articleGovindaraj SK, Muralidhar L, Venkatesh S, Saxena RK. Disorder of Sexual Development with Sex Chromosome Mosaicism 46 XY and 47 XXY. Int J Infertility Fetal Med 2013;4(1):34-37.
Globalisation Effect on Inflation in the Great Moderation Era: New Evidence from G10 Countries
Authors: Qin Duo , He Xinhua 
Published: June 2013

Abstract
Dynamic econometric models are built individually for ten countries from G10 during the Great Moderation period, with the aim of analysing counterfactually the globalisation effect on inflation. The main findings are (i) the effect is highly heterogeneous from country to country; (ii) increases in trade openness could be either inflationary or deflationary whereas increased imports from low-cost emerging-market economies are mostly deflationary; and (iii) there is almost no direct globalisation impact as far as inflation persistence is concerned while the impact on inflation variability can be positive as well as negative. Overall, globalisation is found to have contributed positively to lowering rather than stabilising inflation during the Great Moderation era.
Performing Ethnicity in Southern Shan State, Burma/Myanmar: The Ozi and Gong Traditions of the Myelat
Authors: Douglas Gavin 
Published: June 2013

Abstract
Between the Burman lowlands and the Shan highlands of Myanmar lies a transitional zone known as the myelat that is home to several ethnic minorities. The Danu, Pa-O, Taungyo, and Intha communities all define themselves in contrast to the Burman and Shan populations that dominate to the west and the east. In this paper I examine the performance of ethnic identities through their use of distinct ozi drum traditions articulated with different drum sizes, rhythms, accompanying instruments, tempos, dance props, and gestures. The ozi and gong ensembles operate as markers of difference between the region’s ethnicities, but also, given their stylistic similarities, reveal a clear example of the malleable and relational aspects of identity in a region of the world where ethnic affiliation is the primary marker of social identity and also the source of much political strife.
Connecting Histories: Liturgical Songs as Classical Compositions in Hindustānī Music
Authors: Ho Meilu 
Published: June 2013

Abstract
Although a majority of Hindustani classical vocal compositions are sung in the Braj language and are Vaisoava in content, the role that this musical, poetic, and religious culture has played in the evolution of the art tradition has remained relatively under-discussed. I uncover a repertoire of liturgical songs (kīrtan) that have been performed and recorded as canonical compositions of classical lineages (gharāna), in which the transformation of form, style, and context in the courtly environment rendered the medieval, Braj-based, Vaiṣṇava poet, poetic content, and temple ritual use anonymous, unrecognizable, and irrelevant. In doing so, I propose that this geographical and culture area and its liturgical practices be foregrounded in our view of history, both as a source for composition and as a pre-modern, stylistic core for the latterly evolved, classical tradition.
Listening in the Wilderness: The Audience Reception of Oliver Mtukudzi’s Music in the Zimbabwean Diaspora
Authors: Kyker Jennifer W. 
Published: June 2013

Abstract
Documenting the diasporic audience reception of Zimbabwean popular musician Oliver Mtukudzi, I argue that transnational identities and subjectivities are not only shaped through live performance, but are also negotiated, articulated, and produced through musical listening. Foregrounding intersections between diaspora, kinship, and moral obligation, I suggest that Mtukudzi’s songs enable audiences to symbolically reposition themselves within the social relations of a remembered home. In the process, audiences routinely interpret Mtukudzi’s songs about migration and diaspora, ostensibly directed beyond Zimbabwe’s borders, as reflecting back within the nation, conveying a powerful yet subtle critique of postcolonial domestic politics.
John Blacking, Composer
Authors: Rogers Victoria 
Published: June 2013

Abstract
John Blacking (1928-90) made his mark as an ethnomusicologist and social anthropologist, and his enduring reputation stems from his work in these areas. Yet his interests were more far reaching and included cognition and language, dance and movement, the biology of music making, music psychology, and--perhaps surprisingly--composition. The very existence of Blacking’s compositions raises a number of enticing questions. What was the nature of his musical language? What might a study of his compositions tell us about his ethnomusicology? What might his ethnomusicology tell us about his compositions? These questions give rise to the central focus of this article: the intersection of Blacking’s composition and ethnomusicology. The article concludes that Blacking’s conceptualization of music as an expression of social processes and cultural values extended beyond non-Western musics, infusing the compositions which he himself created within the musical paradigm of his own culture.
Ultra‐Flexible Boron‐Oxygen 3D Solid‐State Networks
Authors: Claeyssens Frederik , Hart Judy N. , Norman Nicholas C. , Allan Neil L. 
Published: June 2013

AbstractThe existence of ultra‐flexible low‐energy forms of boron oxides (B2O3 and BO) is demonstrated, in particular structures in which B3O3 or B4O2 six‐membered rings are linked by single B‐O‐B bridges. The minima in the energy landscapes are remarkably broad; the variation in the internal energies is very small over a very large range of volumes. Such volume changes may even exceed 200%. This remarkable behavior is attributed predominantly to the pronounced angular flexibility of the B‐O‐B bridges linking the rings, which is unusual for a covalent bond. At larger volumes, the structures are nanoporous; the pores collapse upon compression with negligible change in energy, making these suitable as guest‐host materials. In marked contrast, in other materials where low density frameworks have been reported or predicted, such low‐density phases are considerably higher in energy. The flexibility of the structures also offers a resolution of the long‐standing controversy reconciling the structure and density of vitreous B2O3.
Remote‐Controlled Hydrogel Depots for Time‐Scheduled Vaccination
Authors: Gübeli Raphael J. , Hövermann Désirée , Seitz Hanna , Rebmann Balder , Schoenmakers Ronald G. , Ehrbar Martin , Charpin‐El Hamri Ghislaine , Daoud‐El Baba Marie , Werner Martin , Müller Martin , Weber Wilfried 
Published: June 2013

AbstractRemote‐controlled drug depots represent a highly valuable tool for the timely controlled administration of pharmaceuticals in a patient compliant manner. Here, the first pharmacologically controlled material that allows for the scheduled induction of a medical response in mice is described. To this aim, a novel, humanized biohybrid material that releases its cargo in response to a small‐molecule stimulus licensed for human use is developed. The functionality of the material in mice is demonstrated by the remote‐controlled delivery of a vaccine against the oncogenic human papillomavirus type 16. It is shown that the biohybrid depot‐mediated immunoprotection is equivalent to the classical multi‐injection‐based vaccination. These results indicate that this material can be used as a universal remote‐controlled vehicle for the patient‐compliant delivery of vaccines and pharmaceuticals.
Neanderthal teeth from moula‐guercy, Ardèche, France
Authors: Hlusko Leslea J. , Carlson Joshua P. , Guatelli‐Steinberg Debbie , Krueger Kristin L. , Mersey Ben , Ungar Peter S. , Defleur Alban 
Published: June 2013

ABSTRACTHere we describe dental remains from a Neanderthal fossil assemblage from Moula‐Guercy, France. Our report demonstrates that the Moula‐Guercy hominid remains contribute important morphological, developmental, and behavioral data to understanding Neanderthal evolutionary history. We include gross comparative morphological descriptions and enamel surface microstructure and microwear data. These teeth reveal numerous characteristics that are diagnostic of Neanderthals and provide no evidence for the presence of any other hominid taxa. Enamel growth increment data from the Moula‐Guercy specimens yield evidence of a Neanderthal pattern of development, although at the lower end of the range of variation. The presence of a significant number of linear enamel hypoplasias indicates that these individuals were stressed during childhood. Molar microwear data suggest that these Neanderthals did not differ significantly from modern humans in terms of the fracture properties of the food they were consuming. The incisor microwear and macro striations provide evidence that these individuals may have been using their anterior teeth as tools, similar to the practices of several modern human populations such as the Inuit, Ipiutak, and Australian Aboriginals, and reminiscent of evidence from other Neanderthals from Krapina, Croatia, as well as the 600,000 year old hominids from Sima de los Huesos, Spain. Am J Phys Anthropol 151:477–491, 2013.© 2013 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.
Desloratadine‐montelukast combination improves quality of life and decreases nasal obstruction in patients with perennial allergic rhinitis
Authors: Cingi Cemal , Oghan Fatih , Eskiizmir Gorkem , Yaz Aytekin , Ural Ahmet , Erdogmus Nagehan 
Published: June 2013

BackgroundThe effects of desloratadine‐montelukast combination on quality of life (QoL) and nasal airflow of patients with perennial allergic rhinitis (PAR) has not been reported. The objective of this work was investigate the efficacy of desloratadine‐montelukast combination on nasal obstruction and health‐related quality of life (HRQL) of patients with PAR.MethodsThe patients with PAR (n = 40) were assessed using acoustic rhinometry (AcR) and Rhinoconjunctivitis QoL Questionnaire (RQLQ) before therapy. Desloratadine‐montelukast fixed‐dose combination treatment was applied to every patient once daily. The AcR and RQLQ score were reevaluated at the first and third months; and statistical comparison of pretreatment and posttreatment results was performed.ResultsNasal symptoms and signs such as itching, sneezing, discharge, congestion, and edema, and color change of turbinates have been decreased after treatment. In AcR, minimum cross‐sectional area (MCA) measurements and volume results were increased after the treatment. Correlation was found between the volume results and nasal discharge and/or congestion in right nasal passages. In left nasal passages, statistical relation was observed between the MCA and itching and/or change of turbinate color (p < 0.05). A significant decrease in the overall RQLQ score was determined at the first and third months of therapy. The difference between scores at baseline and end of the first and third months for all domains was statically significant (p < 0.001). The treatment difference in change from the first month to the end of the third month was statistically significant (p < 0.05).ConclusionDesloratadine‐montelukast combination therapy causes subjective and objective decrease in nasal obstruction, reduces the other symptoms of PAR and improves the disease‐specific QoL.
Regulation of inflammation‐associated olfactory neuronal death and regeneration by the type II tumor necrosis factor receptor
Authors: Pozharskaya Tatyana , Liang Jonathan , Lane Andrew P. 
Published: June 2013

BackgroundOlfactory loss is a debilitating symptom of chronic rhinosinusitis. To study the impact of inflammation on the olfactory system, the inducible olfactory inflammation (IOI) transgenic mouse was created in which inflammation can be turned on and off within the olfactory epithelium. In this study, the type II tumor necrosis factor (TNF) receptor (TNFR2) was knocked out, and the effect on the olfactory loss phenotype was assessed.MethodsIOI mice were bred to TNFR2 knockout mice to yield progeny IOI mice lacking the TNFR2 receptor (TNFR2−/−). TNF‐α expression was induced within the olfactory epithelium for 6 weeks to generate chronic inflammation. Olfactory function was assayed by electro‐olfactogram (EOG), and olfactory tissue was processed for histology and immunohistochemical staining.ResultsCompared to IOI mice with wild‐type TNFR2, IOI mice lacking the TNFR2 demonstrated similar levels of inflammatory infiltration and enlargement of the subepithelial layer. However, IOI‐TNFR2−/− mice differed markedly in that the neuronal layer was largely preserved and active progenitor cell proliferation was present. Odorant responses were maintained in the IOI‐TNFR2−/− mice, in contrast to IOI mice.ConclusionTNFR2 is the minor receptor for TNF‐α, but appears to play an important role in mediating TNF‐induced disruption of the olfactory system. This finding suggests that neuronal death and inhibition of proliferation in CRS may be mediated by TNFR2 on olfactory neurons and progenitor cells. Further studies are needed to elucidate the subcellular pathways involved and develop novel therapies for treating olfactory loss in the setting of CRS.
Untersuchungen zu Betonabplatzungen an Brückenkappen infolge Frost‐Taumitteleinwirkungen
Authors: Breitenbücher Rolf , Youn Bou‐Young 
Published: June 2013

AbstractAn den Beton für Brückenkappen werden zwei einander entgegenlaufende Anforderungen gestellt. Auf der einen Seite ist für einen hohen Frost‐Taumittelwiderstand (XF 4) ein niedriger Wasserzementwert anzustreben, auf der anderen Seite soll dieser Kennwert nicht zu niedrig sein, um die Betonfestigkeit und damit die rissbreitenbeschränkende Bewehrung nicht zu sehr anwachsen zu lassen.In letzter Zeit sind mehrfach Frostabwitterungen an den Oberflächen von Brückenkappen festgestellt worden. Dies wird gelegentlich damit in Verbindung gebracht, dass heute vermehrt auch bei Brückenkappen CEM II‐ und CEM III‐Zemente anstelle der früher üblichen Portlandzemente verwendet werden. Um den Einfluss der verschiedenen beton‐und ausführungstechnischen Parameter auf den Frost‐Taumittelwiderstand unter den speziellen Randbedingungen von Brückenkappen zu erfassen, wurden einschlägige Laboruntersuchungen (CDF‐Tests) durchgeführt. Dabei zeigte sich u.a., dass der in ZTV‐ING für Kappenbetone als maximal zulässig vorgegebene w/z‐Wert von 0,50 grenzwertig ist. Nur eine geringfügige Überschreitung führte zu signifikanten Frostabwitterungen. Dies zeigte sich bei den Betonen mit CEM II‐Zementen noch stärker als bei denen mit CEM I‐Zement. Daher kommt bei Brückenkappen der Abstimmung von Zement und Wasserzementwert eine hohe Bedeutung zu.Investigations of concrete scaling at edge beams of bridges due to freeze deicing salt attacksTwo nearly contrary requirements are set to the concrete of edge beams on bridges. On the one hand a low water‐cement‐ratio is sought with respect to a sufficient freeze deicing salt resistance (XF 4). On the other hand the same characteristic value should be not too low as the concrete strength and in sequence the crack‐limiting reinforcement should be kept below certain ranges.In the last few years at several times scaling at concrete surfaces of edge beams on bridges due to the attack by freeze and deicing salt has been observed. This casually is associated with the fact, that today also in concretes for these edge beams more and more CEM II‐ and CEM III‐cements are used – contrary to the past, where traditionally CEM I‐cement had been applied. To check the influence of the various parameters of concrete and execution on the freeze deicing salt resistance considering the specific random conditions of bridges appropriate lab tests (CDF‐tests) had been performed. Amongst others it could be demonstrated that the w/c‐ratio, with 0.50 set in ZTV‐ING as maximum allowable value, seems to be marginal. Only a small exceeding of this value resulted in significant increased scaling. This was quite more evident in the concretes with CEM II‐cements than in those with CEM I. Thus the specific adjustment between cement and water‐cement‐ratio is of very high importance in concretes for edge beams on bridges.