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Value Creation in the Context of Sustainable Corporate Social Responsibility
Authors: Šmida Ľubomír , Sakál Peter 
Published: December 2014

Abstract
Under the influence of the new rules of the economy and the society, companies are achieving a notional line of a necessary change in the approach to creating new value, wealth. Implementation of changes in the system of wealth creation requires a review of existing assumptions of unlimited growth of the global economy and wealth creation in the environment accepting economic interests, society and the environment as a holistic unit. The main purpose of this paper is the clarification of a new requirements for business, presentation of the questionnaire survey Sustainable Corporate Social Responsibility and inform on value creation in the context of Sustainable Corporate Social Responsibility.
Study of Thermal Stress Influence on Dimensional Stability of Silicone Molds
Authors: Bajčičák Martin , Šuba Roland 
Published: December 2014

Abstract
The paper is focused on the study of temperature influence on dimensional stability of silicone molds used for spin casting of the low melting points alloys. The silicone material denoted as TEKSIL Silicone-GP-S was used to produce samples during experiments. The samples were heated to temperatures in the range from 100 up to 250oC for 30 up to 120 min. Dimensional changes of the samples in the radial and axial directions aa well as their change of weight were evaluated. The results of experiments proved that thermal stress of silicone molds can influence the size and shape of mold cavities. These results can also explain the possible mechanism of degradation process of silicone molds under thermal stress.
Current Concept of Geometrical Accuracy
Authors: Görög Augustín , Görögová Ingrid 
Published: December 2014

Abstract
Within the solving VEGA 1/0615/12 research project "Influence of 5-axis grinding parameters on the shank cutter´s geometric accuracy", the research team will measure and evaluate geometrical accuracy of the produced parts. They will use the contemporary measurement technology (for example the optical 3D scanners). During the past few years, significant changes have occurred in the field of geometrical accuracy. The objective of this contribution is to analyse the current standards in the field of geometric tolerance. It is necessary to bring an overview of the basic concepts and definitions in the field. It will prevent the use of outdated and invalidated terms and definitions in the field. The knowledge presented in the contribution will provide the new perspective of the measurement that will be evaluated according to the current standards.
The Text that Nature Renders?
Authors: MacEachern Alan 
Published: December 2014

Abstract: This Historical Perspectives surveys the state and prospect of the Canadian environmental history field, which studies the relations between people and nature through time. Four international scholars with deep knowledge of the Canadian literature and four homegrown practitioners discuss what has been distinct, best, and lacking in the work coming out of Canada so far this century. How have environmental historians engaged with broader literatures and how are they placed within them? What connections have been made – and missed? What contributions do the specific Canadian environmental and historical examples offer the broader field? And what does environmental history offer the broader Canadian history? The forum begins with three pairings that explore Canadian environmental history in relation to literatures with which it could expect to have an impact: Sverker Sörlin and Liza Piper consider Canada and the Circumpolar North, J.F.M. Clark and Graeme Wynn discuss Canada and the British Empire, and Nancy Langston and Sean Kheraj examine Canada and the United States. The Forum concludes with stand-alone perspectives by Stephen J. Pyne and Tina Loo on the place of, and for, Canadian environmental history in the world. As to be expected, the contributors vary widely in their diagnoses and prognoses: from claiming, for example, the evolution of a distinctive environmental politics in Canada to emphasizing sameness in Canadian and American treatment of the natural world. But, collectively, the essays suggest a vibrant field that implicitly critiques, and even rejects, many of the central tendencies of Canadian historical writing of the past generation. Sverker Sörlin, The Historiography of the Enigmatic North, http://dx.doi.org/10.3138/chr.95.4.hp02 Liza Piper, Coming In from the Cold, http://dx.doi.org/10.3138/chr.95.4.hp03 J.F.M. Clark, From the Other Side of the Ocean: Environment and Empire, http://dx.doi.org/10.3138/chr.95.4.hp04 Graeme Wynn, Empires of Nature and the Nature of Empires, http://dx.doi.org/10.3138/chr.95.4.hp05 Nancy Langston, Thinking like a Microbe: Borders and Environmental History, http://dx.doi.org/10.3138/chr.95.4.hp06 Sean Kheraj, Borders, Intersections, and Ideas of Nature, http://dx.doi.org/10.3138/chr.95.4.hp07 Stephen J. Pyne, Imagining Canada: Reflections in the Flames, http://dx.doi.org/10.3138/chr.95.4.hp08 Tina Loo, Missed Connections: Why Canadian Environmental History Could Use More of the World, and Vice Versa, http://dx.doi.org/10.3138/chr.95.4.hp09
La bataille de Philippes (42 av. J.-C.) dans l’Histoire romaine de Dion Cassius : un aperçu du travail de l’historien .
Authors: Bertrand Estelle 
Published: December 2014

The Battle of Philippes (42 BC) in Cassius Dio’s Roman History : an outline of the historian’s work.
The narrative of the battle of Philippes (42 BC) offered by Cassius Dio in his Roman History is particularly interesting. Putting an end to any attempted restoration of the Roman Republic after Caesar’s assassination, the battle is viewed as an essential episode by the historian, who devotes 15 chapters to it in the conclusion of Book 47 of his Roman History (chapters 38 to 49). Based on a double critical perspective, both external and internal, the analysis of the chapters shows that despite appearances to the contrary Dio proposes a very meticulous narrative linking Philippes to the succession of civil wars at the end of the Roman Republic while demonstrating thanks to the inclusion of unknown elements that this quite singular battle had decisive political consequences.
Légende et histoire dans le Livre I de Tite-Live
Authors: Mineo Bernard 
Published: December 2014

History and legend in Livy’s Book I.
Whereas the Livian foreword draws the reader’s attention to the fragility of the historical basis of the period concerning the Roman foundation, Book I contains nonetheless some narrative close-ups on legendary episodes such as Æneas’ installation in Latium and the sacrifice offered to Hercules by Romulus on the Ara Maxima, with a flash-back on Evander’s reign. The scope of this study is to try to explain this paradox. Thence, it appears that the close-ups on these episodes aim at indicating to the reader the existence of analogical ties between the characters, the politics described in the legendary legends, and those of the period contemporary to Livy.
Les mythes fondateurs de Thèbes et l’histoire : les mises en formes du passé d’une cité et leurs enjeux
Authors: Mackowiak Karin 
Published: December 2014

Theban foundation myths and history: the putting in form of the past and its challenges.
This paper deals with Amphion and Zethos and Kadmos, understandable as various constructions of the archaic past of the polis. The former historical thesis advanced that the foundation myths faithfully reflect events of the remote past of Thebes, but a more complex process of recreating history should now be emphasized, a process rooted in political experiences and explaining the original creation of several founders. Myth can thus be considered as a kind of historical memory blending imagination and history in a logical way, in order to provide the Theban people with a sense of identity, and localising them in a specific space and time.
Périclès et l’impérialisme athénien de Thucydide à l’historiographie contemporaine
Authors: Mossé Claude 
Published: December 2014

Pericles and the Athenian Imperialism, from Thucydides to contemporary historiography.
The development of the Athenian Empire in the fifth century B. C. is linked to Pericles’ name. But, from Thucydides to present day historiography, this link has been the object of conflicting judgments, positive for the Athenian historian and some contemporary historians, negative among Greek philosophers and those who nowadays denounce the misdeeds of imperialism.
Le renouveau des études séleucides
Authors: Martinez-Seve Laurianne 
Published: December 2014

The renewal of Seleucid studies.
Since the 90’ s many studies have allowed us to change our view of the state organization of the Achaemenid Empire and then of the Seleucid empire, for the Seleucid kings were often seen as the heirs of the Achaemenid kings. The paper gives a review of the main publications and suggests new approaches. It would be more accurate to consider the Seleucid empire as a complex network of powers rather than a territory.
Diodore de Sicile et les Sikèles : Histoire et/ou mémoire d’un « ethnos » et de son héros Doukétios .
Authors: Péré-Noguès Sandra 
Published: December 2014

Diodorus of Sicily and the Sikels : history and/or memory of an «ethnos » and of its hero Douketios.
The work of Diodorus Siculus is the only literary and historical evidence we possess on the revolt led by Ducetius in the mid-fifth century. If the facts are rather well known, recent studies suggest different interpretations depending on the sources that are retained. This analysis will consider another perspective of this episode that implies history and memory, two features of his work.
Pretherapeutic dosimetry before 131I therapy of benign thyroid disease
Authors: Behrendt F. F. , Heinzel A. , Müller B. , Mottaghy F. M. , Verburg F. A. , Krohn T. 
Published: December 2014

SummaryAim: To compare uptake measurements and different methods for the pretherapeutic determination of the effective thyroidal 131I half life (Teff) to the results of posttherapeutic dosimetric measurements. Patients, methods: Retrospective study of 1538 patients who received their first RIT in our department for autonomous thyroid nodules (ATN), autonomous multinodular goiter (AMG) or Graves' disease (GD) between November 1999 and January 2011. Pretherapeutic measurements were performed at any combination of 24 h, 48 h and 6 days after 131I administration. Post-therapy dosimetric measurements were performed in 12 h intervals until discharge. Teff was determined through monoexponential curve fitting. Results: Pretherapeutic Teff values based on measurements at 24 h and 48 h, 24 h and 6 d, 48 h and 6 d as well as on day 24 h, 48 h and 6 d yielded implausible (< 2 d or > 8 d) values for Teff, in 60.4%, 25.7%, 29.1 and 21.4% of available calculations, respectively. The plausible results showed significant, clinically relevant and sometimes considerable overestimations of Teff. Using empirically determined fixed disease specific Teff values resulted in a better congruence between the pre- and posttherapeutic dosimetry results. 24 h measurements were marginally more accurate than 48 h ones in AMG and GD whereas 48 h measurements were marginally more accurate in ATN; these differences are however not clinically relevant. 6 d measurements are clearly less accurate than those after 24 h or 48 h. Conclusion: In ATN, AMG and GD, pretherapeutic dosimetry can be performed by a single uptake measurement at 24 h or 48 h using a fixed, disease specific value for Teff. Additional later measurements do not yield a further clinically relevant contribution to accuracy of pretherapeutic dosimetry.
Computed tomographic evaluation of elbow congruity during arthroscopy in a canine cadaveric model
Authors: Skinner O. T. , Warren-Smith C. M. R. , Burton N. J. , Parsons K. J. 
Published: December 2014

SummaryObjective: To assess the effect of arthro-scope insertion, using a carbon-fibre rod model, on humero-radial, humero-ulnar and radio-ulnar congruity, as assessed by computed tomography (CT).Methods: Cadaveric Greyhound elbow joints were assessed at a flexion angle of 135 ± 5° using CT. For condition 1, a 36 mm fulcrum induced cubital valgus, as used to aid arthro-scope insertion. For conditions 2 and 3, a single 1.8 or 2.5 mm diameter rod was inserted under arthroscopic guidance to simulate arthroscope position for assessment of the medial coronoid process. Repeat CT scans were obtained for all conditions and parasagittal sections were reconstructed to evaluate medial, axial and lateral positions within the elbow. Humero-radial, humeroulnar, and radio-ulnar congruity measurements were obtained. Differences between groups were assessed using repeated measures analysis of variance.Results: Mean (±SD) change in radio-ulnar step between conditions 1 and 3 was 0.6 ± 0.3 mm (axial), 0.8 ± 0.6 mm (medial), and 0.5 ± 0.1 mm (lateral). Insertion of rods induced a significant decrease in radio-ulnar step in all planes. Significant differences were also identified between groups for humero-radial, humero-ulnar, and radio-ulnar congruity.Clinical significance: Insertion of carbon-fibre rods as a model for elbow arthroscope insertion induces elbow incongruity. Changes in radio-ulnar congruity are small but the effect of arthroscope diameter should be considered when assessing elbow congruity.
Congenital cervical kyphosis in two young sighthounds
Authors: Casoni D. , Tomek A. , Karli P. , Howard J. , Precht C. , Forterre F. 
Published: December 2014

SummaryIntroduction: Cervical vertebral (C) malformation is rarely reported in large breed dogs. Congenital cervical kyphosis (CCK) may result from defects of vertebral segmentation, failure of formation or both. This report describes two cases of C3-C4 CCK in young sighthounds, treated surgically.Case description: An 18-month-old female Deerhound and a six-week-old female Borzoi dog were presented because of the complaints of reluctance to exercise and signs of of neck pain. Both dogs were neurologically normal. Diagnostic imaging revealed C3-C4 deformity, moderate kyphosis, and spinal canal stenosis associated with chronic spinal cord pressure atrophy. Both dogs underwent surgical treatment.Results: A staged two-step surgery starting with dorsal decompression was elected in the Deerhound. After the first surgical procedure, the dog developed focal myelomalacia and phrenic nerve paralysis and was euthanatized. A ventral distraction-fusion technique with two locking plates was performed in the Borzoi. This patient recovered uneventfully and long-term follow-up computed tomography revealed complete spondylodesis.Clinical significance: Until now, CCK has only been described in sighthounds. Congenital cervical kyphosis might be considered a differential diagnosis in these breeds that are presented with signs of cervical pain. Ventral realignment-fusion and bone grafting may be considered for surgical treatment, although the earliest age at which this procedure can and should be performed remains unclear.
Knowledge, attitude and practice regarding lifestyle modification in type 2 diabetic patients
Authors: Okonta Henry I. , Ikombele John B. , Ogunbanjo Gboyega A. 
Published: December 2014

Background: The number of persons suffering from type 2 diabetes mellitus continues to rise worldwide and causes significant morbidity and mortality, especially in the developing world. Behaviour change and adoption of healthy lifestyle habits help to prevent or slow down the complications of type 2 diabetes mellitus. However, the knowledge and practice of healthy lifestyles in many diabetic patients have been inadequate. Aim: This study sought to establish the knowledge, attitude and practice regarding lifestyle modification amongst type 2 diabetic patients. Setting: The diabetic clinic of Mamelodi hospital, Pretoria, Gauteng Province, South Africa. Methods: A cross-sectional study was done using a structured questionnaire amongst 217 type 2 diabetic patients seen at the diabetic clinic of Mamelodi hospital. Baseline characteristics of the participants were obtained and their knowledge, attitude and practice regarding lifestyle modification were assessed. Results: Of the 217 participants, 154 (71%) were obese and 15 (7%) were morbidly obese. The majority of respondents (92.2%) had poor knowledge of the benefits of exercise, weight loss and a healthy diet. What is interesting is that the majority (97.7%) demonstrated bad practices in relation to lifestyle modifications, although over four-fifths (84.3%) had a positive attitude toward healthy lifestyle modifications. Conclusion: Despite the positive attitudes of respondents toward healthy lifestyle modifications, the knowledge and practice regarding lifestyle modifications amongst type 2 diabetes mellitus participants seen at Mamelodi hospital were generally poor.
The Schwarz Lemma at the Boundary of the Egg Domain Bp1,p2 in ℂn
Authors: Tang Xiaomin , Liu Taishun 
Published: December 2014

AbstractLet be an egg domain in ℂn. In this paper, we first characterize the Kobayashi metric on and then establish a new type of classical boundary Schwarz lemma at for holomorphic self-mappings of ), where .
Perspectives on Modelling BIM-enabled Estimating Practices
Authors: Olatunji Oluwole Alfred , Sher Willy 
Published: December 2014

BIM-enabled estimating processes do not replace or provide a substitute for the traditional approaches used in the architecture, engineering and construction industries. This paper explores the impact of BIM on these traditional processes. It identifies differences between the approaches used with BIM and other conventional methods, and between the various construction professionals that prepare estimates. We interviewed 17 construction professionals from client organizations, contracting organizations, consulting practices and specialist-project firms. Our analyses highlight several logical relationships between estimating processes and BIM attributes. Estimators need to respond to the challenges BIM poses to traditional estimating practices. BIM-enabled estimating circumvents long-established conventions and traditional approaches, and focuses on data management. Consideration needs to be given to the model data required for estimating, to the means by which these data may be harnessed when exported, to the means by which the integrity of model data are protected, to the creation and management of tools that work effectively and efficiently in multi-disciplinary settings, and to approaches that narrow the gap between virtual reality and actual reality. Areas for future research are also identified in the paper.
Elevated HbA1c levels in individuals not diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in Qatar: a pilot study
Authors: Mook-Kanamori Marjonneke J. , El-Din Selim Mohammed M. , Takiddin Ahmed H. , Al-Mahmoud Khoulood A.S. , Al-Homsi Hala , McKeon Cindy , Al Muftah Wadha A. , Kader Sara Abdul , Mook-Kanamori Dennis O. , Suhre Karsten 
Published: December 2014

Background: The prevalence of type 2 diabetes (T2D) in Qatar and the Middle East is one of the highest in the world. It is estimated that about one quarter of the individuals with T2D are undiagnosed. Elevated HbA1c levels are an indicator of T2D or a pre-diabetic state. In this study we set out to examine which factors, such as anthropometric and socio-demographic risk factors, are associated with elevated HbA1c levels in a population without T2D. Methods: We examined 191 subjects with no record of T2D. Anthropometrics and HbA1c were measured. Socio-demographic (age, gender, ethnicity and educational level) and health information were assessed through questionnaires. Elevated HbA1c levels were defined as >6.0% (>42 mmol/mol). Individual risk factors were examined in relationship to having elevated HbA1c levels using logistic regression. Results: Thirty-eight (20%) study participants had elevated HbA1c levels. Participants from South Asian and Filipino descent were more likely to present with elevated HbA1c levels than Arab participants (adjusted odds ratios (OR): 13.30 (95% confidence interval (CI): 4.24, 41.79), p < 0.001 for South Asian and 4.54 (95% CI: 1.04, 19.83), p = 0.04 for Filipinos). A body mass index of above 30 kg/m2 was associated with elevated HbA1c levels (adjusted OR: 2.90 (95% CI: 1.29, 6.51), p = 0.01). Neither gender nor educational level was associated with elevated HbA1c levels. Conclusions: Elevated HbA1c levels in individuals not diagnosed with diabetes were most frequently found in the South Asian and Filipino immigrant population. Special attention should therefore be given to the early identification of T2D in these subjects.
ESTUDOS DE CARACTERÍSTICAS REPRODUTIVAS DE ANIMAIS DA RAÇA CANCHIM, CRIADOS A PASTO, NO ESTADO DO PARANÁ, BRASIL
Authors: PEROTTO D. , MIYAGI A.P. , SOUZA J.C. , MOLETTA J.L. , FREITAS J.A. 
Published: December 2014

A produção eficiente de gado de corte depende muito do seu desempenho reprodutivo. Informações sobre a idade ao primeiro parto evidenciam a precocidade do animal. A boa criação dos animais jovens e a eliminação de fatores que interferem negativamente no crescimento e desenvolvimento das novilhas contribuem para diminuir a idade ao primeiro parto. Essa característica, juntamente com o intervalo de partos e a taxa de reconcepção de novilhas Canchim foram estimadas analisando-se registros pertencentes ao banco de dados do Instituto Agronômico do Paraná (IAPAR), totalizando 3.091 partos, ocorridos no período de 1974 a 1998. Esses dados foram analisados utilizando o programa SAS, para se processar as respectivas análises estatísticas. A média para o intervalo de partos geral, estimada pelo método dos quadrados mínimos, foi de 16,79 ± 0,43 meses. O modelo estatístico justificou 19,84%, com um coeficiente de variação de 32,07. Das fontes de variação do modelo, apenas mês, ano e mês do parto anterior foram significativos para o intervalo de partos (geral). Quando se estudou essa característica entre o primeiro e segundo parto, o mês do parto anterior não foi significativo, apenas mês e ano de parto o foram. Considerando que os dados são provenientes de animais controlados, constatou-se médias elevadas em relação ao ideal (12 meses). A implementação de melhorias no manejo para esses animais pode reduzir os valores de intervalo entre partos na propriedade.