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Risk Management for Lateral Channel Movement at Pipeline Water Crossings
Authors: Bracic Jan J. , Malcovish Craig , Yaremko Eugene 
Published: December 2014

Pembina Pipeline Corporation (Pembina) owns and operates close to 10,000 km of crude, natural gas liquids (NGL), and natural gas pipelines across North America, with the majority of assets in western Alberta and eastern British Columbia. The Pembina pipeline network includes over 1,600 river and stream crossings, most of which are subject to varying degrees of vertical and/or lateral erosion. 1,260 crossings were in Alberta at the onset of the study.
Identifying potential lateral erosion hazards is a critical component of geohazard management program for pipeline integrity. In 2012, Pembina initiated a three-phase program to proactively address lateral-stability issues at river and stream crossings in Alberta: phase one identified and short-listed crossings that have potential lateral channel-shifting problems; phase two assessed which short-listed crossings have insufficient cover depth to accommodate the potential channel-shifting activities and ranked these crossings as high risk of exposure; and phase three will develop plans for repair and/or replacement of the high-risk crossings. Through this program, Pembina explores the significance of lateral erosion and encroachment at pipeline water crossings of various vintages, with regards to pipeline integrity.
This paper provides discussion as to how crossing geohazard risks are identified, with particular emphasis on stream bank erosion, and how this fits into Pembina’s overall risk management program. As well, selected case studies are provided.
Beyond Minimalism
Authors: Somos Mark 
Published: December 2014

This paper offers an interpretation of De veritate that resolves its ostensible self-contradictions and uncovers its coherence when it is read as a text designed primarily with an irenic purpose, a didactic method, and having a secularising effect regardless of the author’s intention.
The article has seven sections: (1) Introduction; (2) Proofs of Religious Truth (Standards of good religion: ethics, rewards, and the violence of conquest; Testimony and consensus; Miracles; Oracles and prophecies; Simplicity); (3) Religious Practice (Ceremonies and rites; Sacrifices; Adiaphora); (4) Distinctive Christian Truths (The Trinity; Jesus Christ; Son of God, Son of Man; Death, Resurrection, and Ascension; Free will; Immortality; Doctrinal omissions); (5) Proofs from Providential History (The Bible’s textual integrity; The spread of Christianity; The early Church and the Bible), (6) Aspects of Reception; and (7) Conclusion: Christianity according to De veritate (Summary of findings; Thesis 1: Secularising legalism; Thesis 2: Didactic secularisation).
Humic acid degradation by the synthesized flower-like Ag/ZnO nanostructure as an efficient photocatalyst
Authors: Ghaneian Mohammad Taghi , Morovati Pouran , Ehrampoush Mohammad Hassan , Tabatabaee Masoumeh 
Published: December 2014

Abstract
Nano-sized flower-like Ag/ZnO was synthesized by a simple method using zinc acetate and silver acetate under hydrothermal condition. Powder X-ray diffraction (PXRD) and transmission electron microscopy (TEM) were used to characterize the structure and morphology of the synthesized powder. Nano flower-like Ag/ZnO was used as a photocatalyst for degradation of humic acid in aqueous solution. The disappearance of HA was analyzed by measuring the absorbance of sample at special wavelength (254 nm). The effects of various parameters such as amount of photocatalyst, pH, initial humic acid concentration and irradiation time on degradation rate were systematically investigated. Photodegradation efficiency was small when the photolysis was carried out in the absence of Ag/ZnO and it was also negligible in the absence of light. Approximately 70% of humic acid (50 mg/L) has been eliminated after 40 minutes in the presences of catalyst (catalyst dose o.6 g/L and pH =7) and UVA irradiation. While, 100% of humic acid has been eliminated with solar irradiation.
Hypotheses of neural code and the information model of the neuron detector
Authors: Parzhin Yuri 
Published: December 2014

Abstract
This paper deals with the problem of neural code solving. On the basis of the formulated hypotheses, the information model of a neuron detector is suggested, the detector being one of the basic elements of an artificial neural network (ANN). The paper subjects the connectionist paradigm of ANN building to criticism and suggests a new presentation paradigm for ANN building and neuro-elements (NE) learning. The adequacy of the suggested model is proved by the fact that it does not contradict the modern propositions of neuropsychology and neurophysiology.
Znáte plat svého šéfa? V Mondragonu vědí nejen to…
Authors: Binková Beáta 
Published: December 2014

The Government Council for Sustainable Development organized a seminar called "How to promote business in the country through the financial participation of employees? - Inspiration behalf of Mondragon" at the Government Office Building on 14 October 2014. The seminar focused on EU trends to identify barriers and ensure practical steps to remove barriers leading to financial contributions of employees in the country. The seminar was attended by representatives of the Mondragon Cooperative Corporation, which has been promoting employee financial participation for the last 58 years. This is an important economic tool that is not greatly used in the Czech Republic. For this reason, Vladimír Špidla, a member of the Government Council for Sustainable Development and Director of the Department of Advisors to Prime Minister Bohuslav Sobotka, expressed serious interest in the promotion of employee financial contributions, the revival of cooperatives and the utilization of their potential in the Czech Republic.
Emergency Preparedness in the 10-Mile Emergency Planning Zone Surrounding Nuclear Power Plants
Authors: Adalja Amesh A. , Sell Tara Kirk , Ravi Sanjana J. , Minton Katie , Morhard Ryan 
Published: December 2014

AbstractEach of the nuclear power plants in the US is encircled by an Emergency Planning Zone (EPZ). Within each EPZ, government officials, utility professionals, emergency managers, and public health practitioners collectively conduct extensive planning, exercises, and outreach to better protect their communities in the event of a nuclear accident. Our objective was to conduct a cross-sectional study of off-site public health preparedness within EPZs to better understand the dynamics of nuclear preparedness and uncover lessons for all-hazards preparedness.Using a qualitative, interview-based method, we consulted 120 county emergency managers, state health preparedness officers, state radiation health officials, and industry officials from 17 EPZs in ten different states.Interviewees reflected that EPZ emergency preparedness is generally robust, results from strong public-private partnership between nuclear plants and emergency management agencies, and enhances all-hazard preparedness. However, there exist a few areas which merit further study and improvement. These areas include cross-state coordination, digital public communication, and optimizing the level of public education within EPZs.This first-of-its-kind study provides a cross-sectional snapshot of emergency preparedness in the 10-mile EPZ surrounding nuclear power plants.
Investigation of pozzolanic activity of volcanic rocks from the northeast of the Black Sea
Authors: Çullu Mustafa , Bolat Hakan , Vural Alaaddin , Tuncer Ertan 
Published: December 2014

Abstract
Mineralogical and chemical properties, as well as the pozzolanic activities, of the volcanic rocks in the northeast of the Black Sea were examined. Physical and mechanical tests were conducted on samples collected from the study area and the feasibility of using volcanic rocks as pozzolanic admixture in the concrete industry was investigated. Mortar samples containing admixture in the ratios of 0%, 10%, 20%, 30%, 40%, and 50% were prepared by keeping fineness of pozzolanic admixtures fixed. By using these mortar samples, prismatic mortar samples of 4×4×16 cm were prepared and the samples were cured in water. Their 7-, 28-, and 90-day tensile strengths, compressive strengths, and ultrasonic pulse velocity were determined. As a result, it was determined that volcanic rocks can be used to produce blended cement by considering their specific gravity, pozzolanic activities, and compressive strengths. It was noted that increase in trass rate significantly reduced tensile and compressive strength of cement in the early stage as expected.
Neuroprotective effects of α-lipoic acid on the development of oxidative stress and astrogliosis in the brain of STZ-diabetic rats
Authors: Kyrychenko S. , Prishchepa I. , Lagoda V. , Velika M. , Nedzvetsky V. 
Published: December 2014

The aim of this study was to examine whether the antioxidant alpha-lipoic acid protects neurons from diabetic-reperfusion injury. The streptozotocin (STZ) rat model was used to study the glial reactivity and prevention of gliosis by alpha-lipoic acid (alpha-LA) administration. The expression of glial fibrillary acidic protein (GFAP) was determined, as well as lipid peroxidation (LPO) and glu-tathione (GSH) levels in some brain tissues. We observed significant increasing of lipid peroxidation products in both hippocampus and cortex. Changesof polypeptide GFAP were observed in hippocampus and cortex. Both soluble and filamentous forms of GFAP featured the increase in hippocampus of rat with hyperthyreosis. In the filamentfractions, increase in the intensity of 49 kDa polypeptide band was found. In the same fraction of insoluble cytoskeleton proteins degraded HFKB polypeptides with molecular weight in the range of 46–41 kDa appeared. Markedincrease of degraded polypeptides was found in the soluble fraction of the brain stem. The intensity of the intact polypeptide – 49 kDa, as well as in the filament fraction, significantly increased. It is possible that increasing concentrations of soluble subunits glial filaments may be due to dissociation of own filaments during the reorganization of cytoskeleton structures. Given the results of Western blotting for filament fraction, increased content of soluble intact 49 kDa polypeptide is primarily the result of increased expression of HFKB and only partly due to redistribution of existing filament structures. Calculation and analysis of indicators showed high correlation between the increase in content and peroxidation products of HFKB.These results indicate the important role of oxidative stress in the induction of astroglial response under conditions of diabet encefalopathia. Administration of alpha-LA reduced the expression both of glial and neuronal markers. In addition, alpha-LA significantly prevented the increase in LPO levels found in diabetic rats. GSH levels increased by the administration of alpha-LA. This study suggests that alpha-LA prevents neural injury by inhibiting oxidative stress and suppressing reactive gliosis. All these changes were clearly counteracted by alpha-lipoic acid. The results of this study demonstrate that alpha-lipoic acid provides for protection to the GFAP, as a whole, from diabet -reperfusion injuries.
New records of Lubens lubens (Braun, 1901) and Pojmanskia riosae Zamparo, Brooks &amp; Causey, 2003 (Digenea) in Taraba major (Vieillot) (Aves: Thamnophilidae) from Argentina
Authors: Lunaschi Lía I. , Drago Fabiano B. , Draghi Regina 
Published: December 2014

Pojmanskia riosae (Digenea: Leucochloridiidae) and Lubens lubens (Digenea: Dicrocoeliidae) are described from the intestine and cloaca of the Chororó or Great Antshrike, Taraba major (Passeriformes: Thamnophilidae) from Formosa Province, Argentina. The finding of P. riosae constitutes the first record of the genus for South American birds and the first record in thamnophilid birds. The discovery of L. lubens in T. major represents a new host record and the first report of this species in Argentina. Moreover, Lubens phelpsi is synonymized with L. lubens.
The bitumen microstructure: a fluorescent approach
Authors: Handle Florian , Füssl Josef , Neudl Susanna , Grossegger Daniel , Eberhardsteiner Lukas , Hofko Bernhard , Hospodka Markus , Blab Ronald , Grothe Hinrich 
Published: December 2014

Abstract
Five bituminous samples were carefully studied by confocal laser scanning microscopy using 488 nm excitation radiation and observing 500–530 nm of emission. The images revealed the microstructure of bitumen. The influence of the admixture of mineral aggregates concerning the microstructure was tested. For the minerals, no significant influence was found. For understanding the origin of fluorescent signals, the samples were separated into asphaltenes and maltenes and analyzed with fluorescence spectroscopy. Although former works have assumed the origin of fluorescent emissions in bitumen to be found in the asphaltene fraction, the asphaltenes produce little to no emissions, but the maltenes exhibit strong fluorescence in the observed spectral region. For deeper insight, fractionation of the bitumina into the SARA fractions by chromatographic column separation was necessary. The fluorescence spectra of these fractions were analyzed and revealed the aromatics and resin phases to be the only components capable of sufficiently intense fluorescent emission. This is a strong argument for a complex internal microstructure consisting of a mantle of aromatics surrounding an inner core.
The behaviour of composites, glass ionomers and compomers in erosive conditions – in vitro study
Authors: Borş Andreea , Molnar-Varlam Cristina , Székely Melinda 
Published: December 2014

Abstract
Objective: The aim of this in vitro study was to evaluate the influence of erosive conditions on the wear resistance of aesthetic direct restorative materials. Methods: Six dental filling materials were tested: two composites (Filtek Z550 and X-tra fil), two compomers (Dyract Extra and Twinky Star) and two glass ionomers (Ketac Molar and Fuji II LC). Twenty disks (10mm×2mm) of each material were prepared (n=120) and kept in artificial saliva at 37˚C for 24 hours. Specimens were cycled in acidic soft drink (Coca-Cola) 5×/day, for 5’, over 30 days. Initial surface roughness ISR (Ra-μm) and final surface roughness FSR were measured using a profilometer. The wear rate was calculated as difference of final minus the initial roughness (ΔSR=FSR-ISR). For statistical analysis t-test and one-way ANOVA test were used by GraphPad Prism version 5.03 statistical software. The level of significance was set at p<0.05. Results: The erosive wear rates (mean±SD, μm) after exposure to acidic beverage were: 0.30±0.03 (Ketac Molar), 0.28±0.04 (Fuji II LC), 0.27±0.00 (Filtek Z550), 0.23±0.01 (X-tra fil), 0.20±0.00 (Twinky Star) and 0.14±0.01 Dyract Extra, respectively. There were significant differences between the tested materials (p<0.05). Conclusions: Dental filling materials had different behaviour under the same erosive condition, however all investigated aesthetic restorative materials showed surface degradation. These findings suggest that erosive wear resistance of tooth coloured restoratives could influence their longevity in intraoral acidic conditions. Acknowledgements: The study was supported by the Internal Research Grant no. 5/30.01.2013 of the University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Tirgu Mureş.
Risk factors and diagnosis of cerebral venous thrombosis: Data from a cohort of 45 Romanian patients
Authors: Bălaşa Rodica , Daboczi M , Costache Oana , Maier Smaranda , Bajko Z , Moțățaianu Anca , Bălașa A 
Published: December 2014

Abstract
Cerebral venous thrombosis (CVT) represents 1% of the total stroke pathology but is a real challenge both regarding the diagnosis and the treatment.
Objective: Evaluate different etiological, demographical, clinical, imaging and therapeutic aspects of CVT. Material: Prospective study during 4 years. From the total 3658 patients hospitalized with acute stroke, 45 (1.23%) had CVT. For each patient, were recorded: demographic data, symptom of onset, type of onset, daily habits, medical history, neurological examination, brain imaging (CT and MRI with venography). Statistical analysis: data are presented as mean and SD and Student t test was applied.
Results: Mean age was 44.07± 23,12 years; female: male ratio 2.21:1. The most frequent type of onset was acute (77.78%). Headache was found in 80% of cases as initial symptom, followed by neurological focal deficits. As risk factors, thrombophilia was found most often (59.5%), followed by local infections. No risk factors were found in 17.8% of cases. The brain imaging was positive in 29 patients. In 16 cases, the imaging workout was negative and the diagnosis consisted of clinical criteria, risk factors, response to heparin treatment.
Conclusions: CVT is a rare pathology that affects mainly young women and that needs a complex diagnostic evaluation. The patient prototype diagnosed with CVT in our region: female of 44 years old, with an intense acute headache, with MRI showing direct signs of transverse sinus thrombosis, with a thrombophilic state and good response to anticoagulants. Brain MRI is the imaging investigation required but clinical aspects play a decisive role.
Cephalic Duodeno-Pancreatectomy with Pancreatic-Gastric Anastomosis with Double Purse String, in Patient with Lithiasis and Tumoral Jaundice - Case Report
Authors: Tudor A , Molnar C , Nicolescu C , Rosca C , Tudor Bianca , Tudor V.O , Copotoiu C 
Published: December 2014

Abstract
Introduction: One of the most feared complications after cephalic duodeno-pancreatectomy remains pancreatic fistula. In recent years, various methods of pancreatico-digestive reconstruction were performed in order to reduce the rate of pancreatic fistula. One of these methods is pancreatico-gastric reconstruction by using two purse string threads.
Case report: We present in this article a patient with jaundice with mixed etiology: tumoral and lithiasic. Subjectively, the patient accused sclerose-skin-jaundice, right upper quadrant and epigastric pain, nausea and vomiting. Computed tomography revealed dilatation of intraand extrahepatic bile ducts, a dilated Wirsung duct and a tumor at the biliopancreatic confluence, leading to a suspicion of vaterian ampulom. Upper endoscopy revealed a tumor protruding in the descending duodenal segment. Intraoperatively a tumor suggestive of vaterian ampulom and duct stones was shown. Surgical treatment consisted of coledocolitotomy, cephalic duodeno-pancreatectomy with pancreatic-gastric anastomosis, performed by using two purse string threads. The postoperative evolution was favorable.
Conclusion: Pancreatico-gastric anastomosis using two purse string threads is a simple, safe and quick procedure, avoiding the application of sutures through the pancreatic parenchyma and thus reducing the rate of pancreatic fistula.
Changes of tribological properties of Inconel 600 after ion implantation process
Authors: Barlak M. , Chmielewski M. , Werner Z. , Pietrzak K. 
Published: December 2014

Abstract
Commercial Inconel 600 nickel-chromium alloy was implanted with nitrogen, titanium, chromium, copper with tin (as bronze components) and yttrium ions to doses ranging from 1.6e17 to 3.5e17 cm−2. The aim of this research was to investigate the properties of the modified alloy in the context of its application in foil bearings. The virgin and the treated samples were tribologically tested and examined by Scanning Electron Microscopy, Glow Discharge Mass Spectrometry and Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy. The technological studies were preceded by modelling of concentration values of the introduced elements. The results obtained with the use of ion implantation are discussed. There are two advantages which should be highlighted: good agreement in modelling and experimental results of depth profiles of implanted ions, wear resistance improvement of Inconel 600 surface by implantation of copper and tin ions. The tribological tests indicate that abrasion and corrosion are the predominant mechanisms of surface wear.
A Case Study on the Phylogeny and Conservation of Saker Falcon
Authors: Pomichal Krisztián , Vági Balázs , Csörgő Tibor 
Published: December 2014

Abstract
The Saker Falcon is a falconid raptor species with Palearctic distribution. It has never been a common bird in Hungary, now there are cc. 220-230 nesting pairs within the country borders. Currently total world population is cc. 19 000-34 000 individuals. Its taxonomic status is complicated. Two subspecies are distinguished (Falco c. cherrug and Falco c. milvipes); however, molecular data does not support this split. Phylogeny of the species is also not clarified, similarly to closely related raptors. There are many factors threatening the population of the Saker. One of these factors is the occurrence of the hybrid falcons. By molecular investigations more data can be gained, that could be useful in practical conservation, too.
Edward W. Said lecteur de Raymond Schwab
Authors: Moussa Sarga 
Published: December 2014

Cet article part du constat qu’Edward Said, tout en ayant lu La Renaissance orientale (1950) de Raymond Schwab au moment où il préparait Orientalism (1978), n’y a pas accordé l’importance que méritait cette somme. Sans doute a-t-il dû la considérer comme une pierre dans son jardin, dans la mesure où la démarche profondément interculturelle du premier s’intègre mal à la théorie du « discours orientaliste ». D’où la volonté, chez l’auteur de L’Orientalisme , de se démarquer autant que possible, dans un premier temps, de La Renaissance orientale. Mais tout se passe comme si, une fois son ouvrage majeur écrit et publié, Said en était venu à réévaluer l’apport exceptionnel de son prédécesseur, non seulement en termes d’érudition, mais aussi sur le plan du renouvellement d’une pensée occidentale sur l’Orient, dépourvue, précisément, de toute volonté de domination. Il fit en tout cas traduire en anglais La Renaissance orientale et lui adjoignit une préface extrêmement élogieuse, rendant ainsi hommage, tardivement, mais de manière éclatante, à la démarche profondément humaniste de Schwab, dans laquelle, sans doute, Said se reconnaissait aussi.
La musique sur Internet, entre effets de génération et paradoxe social : quelques pistes
Authors: Leteinturier Christine 
Published: December 2014

Cette contribution à l’étude de la musique sur Internet est une synthèse de travaux d’étudiants de Master 1 Information-Communication de l’Institut Français de Presse (université Panthéon-Assas). S’intéressant soit à la musique techno, soit à la musique classique, ils ont cherché à comprendre ce que l’Internet fait moins à la musique qu’aux musiciens et aux mélomanes autour de deux courants musicaux, la musique électro-techno et la musique classique. Musique populaire, mais surtout musique « jeune » la techno a rapidement trouvé sa place sur l’Internet tant du côté de la production musicale que des dispositifs d’évaluation des artistes et des échanges de sons, du fait même de sa proximité forte aux TIC. Du côté de la musique classique, les réticences à l’usage de l’Internet soit pour écouter soit pour reconfigurer les formes de socialisation autour de ce genre musical sont nombreuses. Si les plus jeunes mélomanes et instrumentistes s’essaient à l’Internet, les réticences restent fortes. L’effet génération joue moins et le goût pour le vivant persiste, largement porté par des pratiques très ancrées et les générations plus âgées qui dans ce domaine, n’ont qu’un usage très utilitariste de l’Internet. Appartenances sociales, culturelles et générationnelles construisent des relations variées, voire contradictoire avec l’Internet musical.