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The finals stretch: exams week library outreach surveyed
Authors: Meyers-Martin Coleen , Borchard Laurie 
Published: November 2015

Purpose– The purpose of this article is to explore the outreach programming and support services offered at academic libraries during final exams week. The article discusses the need to provide this specialized programming, and its impact on the role of the librarian, and the use of library space.Design/methodology/approach– A 21-question online survey was sent to nine library listservs. Respondents were asked about their library’s planning, implementation and assessment of their programming. Participants described their library’s final exams week outreach activities and offerings.Findings– The survey garnered 279 responses. Nearly 40 per cent of respondents collaborate with campus and non-campus partners to provide programming. Most common offerings include extended library hours; therapy animals; as well as games; and arts and crafts. Nearly 90 per cent of respondents reported utilizing virtual media outlets for communication of final exams week events. Most common challenges included lack of funding and staffing issues.Practical implications– The survey results reflect the efforts of librarians and library staff members who are addressing the study break needs of students during the most stressful time in the semester.Originality/value– This paper provides an overview of academic library final exams week outreach initiatives and activities at institutions located in the USA and Canada.
Case studies and pervasive instruction
Authors: Noe Jennifer 
Published: November 2015

Purpose– The purpose of this paper is to explore whether journalism education techniques can be adapted for use in the information literacy classroom as a means of teaching the ethical use of information.Design– The author uses personal experience as a journalist and graduate of journalism education programs to examine the similarities between journalism pedagogy and information literacy and whether any aspect of journalism pedagogy is transferrable to the information literacy classroom.Findings– Journalism educators deliver a potent anti-plagiarism message using case studies and “war stories” from the newsroom delivered through the pervasive instruction method or stand-alone ethics class. Using case studies from a variety of different disciplines in information literacy classes could help students make a stronger connection between honest writing in all subjects. However, until information literacy is taught more widely in libraries as semester-long classes, it would be difficult to use journalism’s pervasive method of instruction. The same holds true with the stand-alone class, which does not appear to be used as a part of information literacy education.Originality/value– Given the many commonalities between journalism pedagogy and information literacy, there have been very few attempts to see whether it would be efficacious to adapt journalism education’s methodology to the information literacy classroom.
Writing a research paper: students explain their process
Authors: Dubicki Eleonora 
Published: November 2015

Purpose
– This study aims to explore how students conceptualize the research process, describing in their own words the strategies they used, as well as the successes and challenges they encountered. Areas of review include: thesis definition; search strategies; quality, variety and depth of resources; and source evaluation and citation.

Design/methodology/approach
– The study analyzes 76 essays written by undergraduate and graduate students, describing their research process. Quotations from the students’ essays have been incorporated into the study results to provide a unique perspective from the researchers’ own reflections on the processes and techniques they used to complete their research papers.

Findings
– Many students encountered difficulties when writing a rigorous research paper, even though they had previously completed research assignments for other classes. There was a clear indication that instruction and support from librarians continues to be valuable, even for experienced students.

Practical implications
– The students’ reflections provide a better perspective on how students conduct their research for upper-level research papers and new insights on optimal timing for support services. The findings will be shared with faculty, along with strategies that librarians and faculty can utilize to improve students’ research papers.

Originality/value
– The essays reviewed in this study provide a unique personal perspective as students reflect on their own behaviors during the research process. This research offers an alternative approach to faculty and librarian assessments of student papers and research skills.
Library instruction and information literacy 2014
Authors: Detmering Robert , Johnson Anna Marie , Sproles Claudene , McClellan Samantha , Linares Rosalinda Hernandez 
Published: November 2015

Purpose– This paper aims to provide an introductory overview and selected annotated bibliography of recent resources on library instruction and information literacy across all library types.Design/methodology/approach– It introduces and annotates English-language periodical articles, monographs, dissertations and other materials on library instruction and information literacy published in 2014.Findings– It provides information about each source, discusses the characteristics of current scholarship and highlights sources that contain unique or significant scholarly contributions.Originality/value– The information may be used by librarians and interested parties as a quick reference to literature on library instruction and information literacy.
Gendered responses to the 2009 Black Saturday bushfires in Victoria, Australia
Authors: Whittaker Joshua , Eriksen Christine , Haynes Katharine 
Published: November 2015

AbstractThis paper presents findings from a gendered analysis of resident responses to the 2009 Black Saturday bushfires (wildfires) in Victoria, Australia. One hundred and seventy‐three people lost their lives in the bushfires and more than 2000 houses were destroyed. Previous research on Black Saturday has largely focused on issues of resident preparedness and response, with limited consideration of the role of gender in household decisions and actions. This paper examines the gendered dimensions of risk awareness, preparedness and response among households affected by the bushfires. Data were collected through in‐depth interviews with over 600 survivors and a questionnaire of 1314 households in fire‐affected areas. Analysis revealed that women more often wanted to leave than men, who more often wanted to stay and defend property against the bushfires. Nevertheless, findings suggest that broad‐brush characterisations of staying to defend as a masculine response and leaving as a feminine response are misguided. Although some women expressed a strong desire to leave, others were resolute on staying to defend. Equally, while some men were determined to stay and defend, others had never considered it an option. Despite this, the research identified numerous instances where disagreement had arisen as a result of differing intentions. Conflict most often stemmed from men's reluctance to leave, and was most apparent where households had not adequately planned or discussed their intended responses. The paper concludes by considering the degree to which the findings are consistent with other research on gender and bushfire, and the implications for bushfire safety policy and practice.
Mitochondrial DNA Fragmentation to Monitor Processing Parameters in High Acid, Plant‐Derived Foods
Authors: Caldwell Jane M. , Pérez‐Díaz Ilenys M. , Harris Keith , Hassan Hosni M. , Simunovic Josip , Sandeep K.P. 
Published: November 2015

AbstractMitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) fragmentation was assessed in acidified foods. Using quantitative polymerase chain reaction, Ct values measured from fresh, fermented, pasteurized, and stored cucumber mtDNA were determined to be significantly different (P > 0.05) based on processing and shelf‐life. This indicated that the combination of lower temperature thermal processes (hot‐fill at 75 °C for 15 min) and acidified conditions (pH = 3.8) was sufficient to cause mtDNA fragmentation. In studies modeling high acid juices, pasteurization (96 °C, 0 to 24 min) of tomato serum produced Ct values which had high correlation to time‐temperature treatment. Primers producing longer amplicons (approximately 1 kb) targeting the same mitochondrial gene gave greater sensitivity in correlating time‐temperature treatments to Ct values. Lab‐scale pasteurization studies using Ct values derived from the longer amplicon differentiated between heat treatments of tomato serum (95 °C for <2 min). MtDNA fragmentation was shown to be a potential new tool to characterize low temperature (<100 °C) high acid processes (pH < 4.6), nonthermal processes such as vegetable fermentation and holding times of acidified, plant‐derived products.
Enhancement of the catalytic efficiency and thermostability of Stenotrophomonas sp. keratinase KerSMD by domain exchange with KerSMF
Authors: Fang Zhen , Zhang Juan , Liu Baihong , Du Guocheng , Chen Jian 
Published: November 2015

SummaryIn this study, we enhanced the catalytic efficiency and thermostability of keratinase KerSMD by replacing its N/C‐terminal domains with those from a homologous protease, KerSMF, to degrade feather waste. Replacement of the N‐terminal domain generated a mutant protein with more than twofold increased catalytic activity towards casein. Replacement of the C‐terminal domain obviously improved keratinolytic activity and increased the kcat/Km value on a synthetic peptide, succinyl‐Ala‐Ala‐Pro‐Phe‐p‐nitroanilide, by 54.5%. Replacement of both the N‐ and C‐terminal domains generated a more stable mutant protein, with a Tm value of 64.60 ± 0.65°C and a half‐life of 244.6 ± 2 min at 60°C, while deletion of the C‐terminal domain from KerSMD or KerSMF resulted in mutant proteins exhibiting high activity under mesophilic conditions. These findings indicate that the pre‐peptidase C‐terminal domain and N‐propeptide are not only important for substrate specificity, correct folding and thermostability but also support the ability of the enzyme to convert feather waste into feed additives.
Two cases of amoxycillin‐induced follicular acute localised exanthematous pustulosis
Authors: Rajgopal Bala Harini , Jalilian Chris , Goh Michelle S. , Williams Richard , Tan Guan , Chong Alvin H. 
Published: November 2015

AbstractWe report two cases of Caucasian women who developed folliculocentric pustulosis after exposure to amoxycillin. A literature review found that most amoxycillin‐related pustular eruptions were reported as acute generalised exanthematous pustulosis (AGEP) or acute localised exanthematous pustulosis (ALEP). Histopathology from both our cases showed sterile suppurative folliculitis, which resolved on the cessation of amoxycillin.
Reconciling Development and Conservation under Coastal Squeeze from Rising Sea Level
Authors: Mills Morena , Leon Javier X. , Saunders Megan I. , Bell Justine , Liu Yan , O'Mara Julian , Lovelock Catherine E. , Mumby Peter J. , Phinn Stuart , Possingham Hugh P. , Tulloch Vivitskaia J. D. , Mutafoglu Konar , Morrison Tiffany , Callaghan David P. , Baldock Tom , Klein Carissa J. , Hoegh‐Guldberg Ove 
Published: November 2015

AbstractAmong the biggest global challenges for policymakers is the development of land use policies robust to climate change impacts. While diverse fields can inform adaptation, integrated social‐ecological assessment of the multiple adaptation options are rare and cannot be easily applied. Here, we build on past studies by undertaking an integrated fine scale and strategic allocation of sea level rise (SLR) adaptation options that can direct policy making. We use models of probabilistic SLR inundation, urban growth, and sub‐ and intertidal ecosystem migration, to investigate the impacts of different SLR adaptation strategies, and how these can be allocated to best achieve both development and conservation goals. Coastal adaptation will involve trade‐offs among development and conservation objectives and these will vary based on the extent to which sea levels rise. There will be trade‐offs between conservation objectives regardless of the adaptation options chosen, however, retreat does provide opportunities for enabling the expansion of coastal ecosystems inland. Local governments can save billions of dollars and minimize political conflict between conservation and development goals through integrated strategic spatial planning. Our planning approach both informs policy and is transferable to other coastal regions faced with a rising sea.
Palaeoendemic plants provide evidence for persistence of open, well‐watered vegetation since the Cretaceous
Authors: Jordan Gregory J. , Harrison Peter A. , Worth James R. P. , Williamson Grant J. , Kirkpatrick James B. 
Published: November 2015

AbstractAimPalaeoendemics are clades that are ancient but geographically restricted, often because they have been selected against in other areas. Ecological similarities among palaeoendemics may be indicators of ancient environments. We determine the environmental ranges of the remarkable palaeoendemic plants of Tasmania to deduce whether they indicate the long‐term persistence of particular environmental conditions.LocationTasmania, Australia, a global centre of plant palaeoendemism, containing some of the world's most relictual plant lineages.MethodsPalaeoendemic clades in Tasmania were identified using a scoring system of clade age divided by the square root of the number of 10 km × 10 km grid cells occupied globally. Total palaeoendemism scores for 1199 30″ grid cells were calculated by summing scores for individual clades, and modelled against climate, topography, geology and vegetation type using Random Forest models. Palaeoendemic and non‐palaeoendemic species richness in climate space was measured. The global distribution of climates favoured by palaeoendemics was assessed.ResultsTwenty‐nine phylogenetically and ecologically diverse palaeoendemic clades (51 species) were identified. High levels of palaeoendemism occurred widely in western Tasmania, but the highest scoring areas were at or slightly above the tree line in relatively undisturbed vegetation. Palaeoendemism scores were strongly predicted by constantly moist climates lacking extreme temperatures, and by open vegetation types with rare or no fire. The palaeoendemics occupied a climate space that is globally rare and very different from that of non‐palaeoendemics.Main conclusionsThese patterns suggest the persistence since the Cretaceous of open vegetation in constantly moist areas with equable temperatures and few or no fires. This conclusion is consistent with an increasing body of fossil and phylogenetic evidence for the antiquity of open vegetation. The methods here produce quantitative values of palaeoendemism that can be compared among regions.
Periodical measurement of urine volume in the bladder during sleep: Temporary volume reduction suggestive of absorption
Authors: Watanabe Hiroki , Azuma Yuji 
Published: November 2015

ObjectivesTo clarify the variance of urine volume in the urinary bladder during sleep.MethodsOvernight measurements of urinary bladder capacity during sleep were carried out using transabdominal real‐time 3‐D ultrasound or an automatic capacity recorder, Yuririn, in 24 volunteers of various ages.ResultsTwo types of patterns were observed in the increasing curve of capacity; namely, gradual elevation pattern when overnight urine production was less than functional bladder capacity and steep‐flat pattern when it was more than functional bladder capacity. During steep‐flat pattern, bladder capacity reached levels of the functional bladder capacity quickly, then maintained steadily at that level until morning without awakening. Temporary volume reduction, which might be suggestive of water absorption from urine in the bladder, occurred occasionally, when the volumes of urine reached functional bladder capacity.ConclusionsA considerable amount of urine in the bladder diminishes without micturition during sleep to maintain a good level of sleep. This is the first report suggesting the possibility of water absorption from urine within the human urinary bladder in a fully physiological situation.
Predictive value of urinary interleukin‐6 for symptomatic urinary tract infections in a nursing home population
Authors: Sundén Fredrik , Wullt Björn 
Published: November 2015

ObjectivesTo study urinary interleukin‐6, interleukin‐8 and pyuria during episodes of asymptomatic bacteriuria and symptomatic urinary tract infection in the institutionalized elderly, and to investigate the role of interleukin‐6 as a biomarker for differential diagnosis.MethodsLevels of interleukin‐6, interleukin‐8 and pyuria were assessed in 35 older adults with asymptomatic bacteriuria and symptomatic urinary tract infection to define possible diagnostic thresholds. In a two‐phase intervention study, the antibiotic treatment for urinary tract infection before and after introduction of urinary interleukin‐6 as a biomarker was then assessed.ResultsAsymptomatic bacteriuria patients had no or low levels of interleukin‐6, and low levels of interleukin‐8 and pyuria. Women had lower interleukin‐6 and interleukin‐8 than men (P = 0.05). Interleukin‐6 was the only marker showing significant increases during urinary tract infection episodes in patients with both asymptomatic bacteriuria and urinary tract infection, in pooled (P = 0.042) and in paired intra‐individual (P = 0.017) comparisons. In the intervention study lectures, the increased use of urine cultures and the introduction of interleukin‐6 as a biomarker reduced antibiotic treatments by 20%. Antibiotic‐treated urinary tract infection episodes had increased interleukin‐6 as compared with urinary tract infection episodes not treated (P = 0.02), and as compared with asymptomatic bacteriuria patients (P < 0.0001). The sensitivity and specificity of interleukin‐6 (cut‐off 25 pg/mL) differentiating asymptomatic bacteriuria from urinary tract infection was 57% and 80%, respectively.ConclusionsUrinary interleukin‐6 shows promise as a biomarker to detect the transition from asymptomatic bacteriuria to symptomatic urinary tract infection in older adults. Further larger studies with robust methodology are warranted to determine whether development for near to patient testing would be worthwhile.
Net Zero Fort Carson: Integrating Energy, Water, and Waste Strategies to Lower the Environmental Impact of a Military Base
Authors: Procter Andrew C. , Kaplan P. Özge , Araujo Rochelle 
Published: November 2015

SummaryMilitary bases resemble small cities and face similar sustainability challenges. As pilot studies in the U.S. Army Net Zero program, 17 locations are moving to 100% renewable energy, zero depletion of water resources, and/or zero waste to landfill by 2020. Some bases target net zero in a single area, such as water, whereas two bases, including Fort Carson, Colorado, target net zero in all three areas. We investigated sustainability strategies that appear when multiple areas (energy, water, and waste) are integrated. A system dynamics model is used to simulate urban metabolism through Fort Carson's energy, water, and waste systems. Integrated scenarios reduce environmental impact up to 46% from the 2010 baseline, whereas single‐dimension scenarios (energy‐only, water‐only, and waste‐only) reduce impact, at most, 20%. Energy conserving technologies offer mutual gains, reducing annual energy use 18% and water use 15%. Renewable energy sources present trade‐offs: Concentrating solar power could supply 11% of energy demand, but increase water demand 2%. Waste to energy could supply 40% of energy demand and reduce waste to landfill >80%, but increase water demand between 1% and 22% depending on cooling system and waste tonnage. Outcomes depend on how the Fort Carson system is defined, because some components represent multiple net zero areas (food represents waste and energy), and some actions require embodied resources (energy generation potentially requires water and off‐base feedstock). We suggest that integrating multiple net zero goals can lead to lower environmental impact for military bases.
Structure and function of the septum nasi and the underlying tension chord in crocodylians
Authors: Klenner Sebastian , Witzel Ulrich , Paris Frank , Distler Claudia 
Published: November 2015

AbstractA long rostrum has distinct advantages for prey capture in an aquatic or semi‐aquatic environment but at the same time poses severe problems concerning stability during biting. We here investigate the role of the septum nasi of brevirostrine crocodilians for load‐absorption during mastication. Histologically, both the septum nasi and the septum interorbitale consist of hyaline cartilage and therefore mainly resist compression. However, we identified a strand of tissue extending longitudinally below the septum nasi that is characterized by a high content of collagenous and elastic fibers and could therefore resist tensile stresses. This strand of tissue is connected with the m. pterygoideus anterior. Two‐dimensional finite element modeling shows that minimization of bending in the crocodilian skull can only be achieved if tensile stresses are counteracted by a strand of tissue. We propose that the newly identified strand of tissue acts as an active tension chord necessary for stabilizing the long rostrum of crocodilians during biting by transforming the high bending stress of the rostrum into moderate compressive stress.
Psychological Support, Puberty Suppression, and Psychosocial Functioning in Adolescents with Gender Dysphoria
Authors: Costa Rosalia , Dunsford Michael , Skagerberg Elin , Holt Victoria , Carmichael Polly , Colizzi Marco 
Published: November 2015

Abstract

Introduction
Puberty suppression by gonadotropin-releasing hormone analogs (GnRHa) is prescribed to relieve the distress associated with pubertal development in adolescents with gender dysphoria (GD) and thereby to provide space for further exploration. However, there are limited longitudinal studies on puberty suppression outcome in GD. Also, studies on the effects of psychological support on its own on GD adolescents' well-being have not been reported.

Aim
This study aimed to assess GD adolescents' global functioning after psychological support and puberty suppression.

Methods
Two hundred one GD adolescents were included in this study. In a longitudinal design we evaluated adolescents' global functioning every 6 months from the first visit.

Main Outcome Measures
All adolescents completed the Utrecht Gender Dysphoria Scale (UGDS), a self-report measure of GD-related discomfort. We used the Children's Global Assessment Scale (CGAS) to assess the psychosocial functioning of adolescents.

Results
At baseline, GD adolescents showed poor functioning with a CGAS mean score of 57.7 ± 12.3. GD adolescents' global functioning improved significantly after 6 months of psychological support (CGAS mean score: 60.7 ± 12.5; P &lt; 0.001). Moreover, GD adolescents receiving also puberty suppression had significantly better psychosocial functioning after 12 months of GnRHa (67.4 ± 13.9) compared with when they had received only psychological support (60.9 ± 12.2, P = 0.001).

Conclusion
Psychological support and puberty suppression were both associated with an improved global psychosocial functioning in GD adolescents. Both these interventions may be considered effective in the clinical management of psychosocial functioning difficulties in GD adolescents.