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A propósito de las fuentes gramaticales francesas en la Gramática general española de J. Gómez Hermosilla (Madrid, 1841)
Authors: Lépinette Brigitte 
Published: October 2011

Resumen
En este artículo nuestra finalidad ha sido evaluar, desde el punto de vista de la doctrina gramatical, los Principios de Gramática General (1841 [1835]) de José Mamerto Gómez Hermosilla (1771–1837), calibrar las aportaciones de sus fuentes francesas – Beauzée, Condillac y Destutt de Tracy – y describir cómo se utilizaron éstas. El método para tal fin ha consistido en contrastar de forma precisa la macroorganización, así como la teoría sobre el sustantivo, en las obras francesas mencionadas y en la española. Nuestro propósito era un mejor conocimiento de la recepción y de la adaptación en España de lo que se puede llamar genéricamente Gramática general. El estudio nos ha permitido destacar que J. M. Gómez Hermosilla se sirvió de sus fuentes francesas con originalidad.
Effects of Ceratomyxosis on Population Dynamics of Klamath Fall‐Run Chinook Salmon
Authors: Fujiwara Masami , Mohr Michael S. , Greenberg Aaron , Foott J. Scott , Bartholomew Jerri L. 
Published: October 2011

AbstractAnimal populations are frequently infected by pathogens, but it is not always easy to determine the importance of pathogens to overall population dynamics. It is especially difficult to detect the effects of disease in population time series data because the effects are often local while overall population dynamics are also affected by larger‐scale environmental factors. We overcame this difficulty by applying multivariate time series analysis to extract local effects from spawning abundance data and by comparing the survival rate of juvenile fall‐run Chinook salmon Oncorhynchus tshawytscha from two locations in the Klamath River basin of California, one of which is affected by a high concentration of the myxozoan parasite Ceratomyxa shasta. To assess the effect of the disease (ceratomyxosis) caused by C. shasta on the population dynamics, we analyzed spatially structured abundance data for naturally spawning salmon and survival data for hatchery‐released salmon for associations with exposure to C. shasta and stream discharge, another important factor with respect to ceratomyxosis in juvenile salmon. The results suggest that ceratomyxosis reduces the survival of the Chinook salmon that migrate through the location where parasite densities are highest and that this effect is also detectable in spawning abundance estimates.
Implicit and explicit prior information in near-infrared spectral imaging: accuracy, quantification and diagnostic value
Authors: Pogue Brian W. , Davis Scott C. , Leblond Frederic , Mastanduno Michael A. , Dehghani Hamid , Paulsen Keith D. 
Published: October 2011

Near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) of tissue provides quantification of absorbers, scattering and luminescent agents in bulk tissue through the use of measurement data and assumptions. Prior knowledge can be critical about things such as (i) the tissue shape and/or structure, (ii) spectral constituents, (iii) limits on parameters, (iv) demographic or biomarker data, and (v) biophysical models of the temporal signal shapes. A general framework of NIRS imaging with prior information is presented, showing that prior information datasets could be incorporated at any step in the NIRS process, with the general workflow being: (i) data acquisition, (ii) pre-processing, (iii) forward model, (iv) inversion/reconstruction, (v) post-processing, and (vi) interpretation/diagnosis. Most of the development in NIRS has used ad hoc or empirical implementations of prior information such as pre-measured absorber or fluorophore spectra, or tissue shapes as estimated by additional imaging tools. A comprehensive analysis would examine what prior information maximizes the accuracy in recovery and value for medical diagnosis, when implemented at separate stages of the NIRS sequence. Individual applications of prior information can show increases in accuracy or improved ability to estimate biochemical features of tissue, while other approaches may not. Most beneficial inclusion of prior information has been in the inversion/reconstruction process, because it solves the mathematical intractability. However, it is not clear that this is always the most beneficial stage.
Three‐level quality assessment of a dental hospital using EFQM
Authors: Vakani Farhan , Fatmi Zafar , Naqvi Kashif 
Published: October 2011

PurposeThis article aims to measure quality by applying the European Foundation for Quality Management (EFQM) excellence model at three different participation levels, in a Karachi teaching university dental hospital.Design/methodology/approachThe case study assessed the eight EFQM model excellence concepts as benchmarks for providing quality services: results orientation; customer focus; leadership and constancy of purpose; management by processes and facts; people development and involvement; continuous learning, innovation and improvement; partnership development; and corporate social responsibility. This study was conducted at Hamdard University Dental Hospital (HUDH), located in Karachi – part of the largest privately‐owned university in Pakistan. Data were collected through in‐depth interviews with internal stakeholders at three levels (management, faculty and student).FindingsContinuous learning, innovation and improvement; partnership development; and corporate social responsibility were satisfactorily represented.Research limitations/implicationsThe EFQM assessment was limited to a single university dental hospital, hence findings cannot be generalized.Originality/valueThe article highlights that it is envisaged that this exercise will bring about a positive change in attitude and will stimulate institute staff to kick start the self assessment process and implement measures leading to better quality practices, thus establishing a continuous quality improvement cycle.
Exploring the alignment between service strategy and service innovation
Authors: Lightfoot Howard W. , Gebauer Heiko 
Published: October 2011

PurposeLiterature is relatively sparse on describing how companies should align their determinants for service innovations with their different types of service strategies. This study seeks to explore the alignment between three types of service strategies and determinants for service innovations.Design/methodology/approachA qualitative, multi‐case research design on 12 Western European capital goods manufacturers including 24 service innovation projects was employed. The study is based on multiple sources of evidence: internal documentation of service innovation and development projects and, most importantly, interview data and participation in internal innovation workshops. Traditional inductive research methods were used to analyze the case studies.FindingsThese indicate that aligning service strategies with determinants for service innovations is very complex. The configurations of the determinants are associated with the innovation success. Alternative configurations of determinants can create counterproductive effects and can limit the success of service innovation projects as well as implementation of service strategies.Research limitations/implicationsThe study is based on interviews and case studies, but the external validity (generalizability) of the alignments could not be assessed accurately. Future research would benefit from insights obtained from quantitative data. The findings supplement existing research on success factors for the service business in manufacturing companies.Practical implicationsThe findings imply that managers contemplating a specific service strategy have to consider the service innovation and reframe the determinant for service innovations accordingly. Companies trying to implement an after‐sales service strategy should focus on a narrow range of determinants for service innovations. The resulting configurations guide managers to set up an efficient and effective service innovation management that helps them to implement their service strategy through successful service innovation project.Originality/valueThis empirical study shows that the configuration of determinants for service innovation differs for each service strategy. Whereas, the few similarities in determinants on service innovation are mainly other applications of existing theories on service innovation, the differences modify the existing theories.
Mental contrasting promotes integrative bargaining
Authors: Kirk Dan , Oettingen Gabriele , Gollwitzer Peter M. 
Published: October 2011

PurposeThis paper aims to test the impact of several self‐regulatory strategies on an integrative bargaining task.Design/methodology/approachParticipants were randomly assigned to dyads and negotiated over the sale of a car. Before negotiating, participants were prompted to engage in one of three self‐regulation strategies, based upon fantasy realization theory (FRT): to mentally contrast a successful future agreement with the reality of bargaining, to exclusively elaborate on successful future agreement, or to exclusively elaborate on the reality of bargaining. Those in the control condition merely began the negotiation.FindingsMentally contrasting a successful future agreement with the reality of bargaining leads dyads to reach the largest and most equitable joint agreements, compared to dyads that elaborate only on successful future agreement, or on the reality of bargaining.Research limitations/implicationsSince it was found that mental contrasting promotes integrative agreement, it is important to learn more about the psychological processes that mediate and moderate this effect. Another related line of research would examine the application of the findings to other bargaining scenarios. One further future line of research should combine mental contrasting with planning strategies.Originality/valueThe findings of the paper have implications for both self‐regulation and negotiation research. The result that mental contrasting fosters integrative solutions reflects its potential to help negotiators effectively discriminate among feasible and unfeasible components of a multi‐faceted goal (integrative agreement). For negotiation research, the paper identifies an effective self‐regulatory strategy for producing high‐quality agreements.
Aligning anti‐money laundering, combating of financing of terror and financial inclusion
Authors: de Koker Louis 
Published: October 2011

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to identify key questions that should be addressed to enable the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) to provide guidance regarding the alignment of anti‐money laundering, combating of financing of terror and financial inclusion objectives.Design/methodology/approachThe paper draws on relevant research and documents of the FATF to identify questions that are relevant to consider when it formulates guidance regarding the alignment between financial integrity and financial inclusion objectives.FindingsThe FATF advises that its risk‐based approach enables countries and institutions to further financial inclusion. It is, however, not clear what the FATF means when its uses the terms “risk” and “low risk”. It is also unclear whether current proposals for financial inclusion regulatory models will necessarily limit money laundering as well as terror financing risks to levels that can be described as “low”. The FATF will need to clarify its own thinking regarding low money laundering and low terror financing risk before it will be able to provide clear guidance to national regulators and financial institutions.Originality/valueThis paper was drafted to inform current FATF discussions regarding guidance on financial inclusion. The questions are relevant to all stakeholders in financial regulation.
The development of strategic clinical leaders in the National Health Service in Scotland
Authors: Edmonstone John 
Published: October 2011

PurposeThe paper seeks to describe a national strategic and multi‐professional clinical leadership programme designed and developed for the National Health Service in Scotland. It addresses the policy imperatives behind the programme, the local and national processes for identifying future clinical leaders and their preparation through the programme.Design/methodology/approachThe background context and case for the programme are considered against international and local contexts. The programme's roots are explored, drawing upon the extensive consultation process used. The programme design is explained and the evaluation methodology and results are described.FindingsKey learning related to programme design and delivery issues is highlighted, as is that relating to leadership itself.Research limitations/implicationsThis is a one‐country case study but draws upon recent international good practice.Originality/valueThe case study identifies how a small (five million population) country can devise a strategic clinical leadership programme which reflects the distinctive direction adopted at policy level of working closely with clinical leaders.
The implications of mortgage finance on housing market affordability
Authors: McCord Michael , McGreal Stanley , Berry Jim , Haran Martin , Davis Peadar 
Published: October 2011

PurposeThe downturn in the residential housing market in Northern Ireland (NI) has been the most pronounced of any UK region, with house prices contracting circa 40 per cent between 2007Q3 and 2009Q4. The downturn at first glance appears to have increased the “ability to afford” however this is nonetheless a “false dawn”. Significant deposit levels coupled with a more prudent lending culture has ensured that housing affordability remains a primary policy concern. The purpose of this paper is to empirically analyse the interrelationships between mortgage liquidity and housing affordability in NI during the boom‐bust cycle in the residential property market.Design/methodology/approachThe paper analyses mortgage‐lending statistics for NI in the period 1993‐2009, using time series panel data. House price data are drawn from the University of Ulster House Price Index over the same time series. To facilitate analytical interpretation and outcome analysis, quantitative evaluation is applied within a first‐time buyer (FTB) affordability framework.FindingsThis study finds that the relationship between mortgage finance and affordability has been driven by deregulation of the mortgage market contributing to the rise in house prices and affordability pressures during the market up cycle. More recently, ongoing liquidity constraints within the financial sector are impairing recovery in the residential property market culminating in heightened concerns of both purchase and “deposit gap” affordability. The key findings suggest that the new significant capital requirement needed to access the housing market will inevitably prolong affordability pressures for the foreseeable future.Originality/valueThis paper contributes to affordability debate in two ways. First, it examines the effect of both liberalised and contracted patterns of mortgage finance on affordability and argues that conventional approaches appear to present a “false dawn” for FTBs in NI. Second, the paper demonstrates that affordability post‐financial crisis has shifted in genre towards a purchase and deposit gap (lag time) issue.
Events and climate change: an Australian perspective
Authors: Mair Judith 
Published: October 2011

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to consider some of the issues of vulnerability and risk, mitigation, adaptation and the adaptive capacity of events. Given the significance of events to community, society and the economy, it seems imperative that the risks of any potential negative effects of climate change on this sector are understood, and that the capacity of events to adapt to and mitigate climate change is identified.Design/methodology/approachThis exploratory conceptual paper considers some of the issues of vulnerability and risk, mitigation, adaptation and the adaptive capacity of events, and highlights the fact that different types of events are likely to be affected unequally by climate change.FindingsThe paper finds that different types of events are likely to be impacted in different ways by climate change. It also concludes that smaller, community events and larger hallmark events are likely to be most seriously affected by climate change, as they are types of events which rely on specific locations and venues.Research limitations/implicationsThe limitations are those of a conceptual paper – although the empirical research on climate change and tourism may reflect the situation for the events industry, this has not yet been tested. Future research should test the propositions in this paper.Practical implicationsThe paper suggests strongly that the events industry should incorporate strategies for adapting to climate change impacts into its policy and planning. Some of the likely climate change impacts are identified in the paper, along with potential adaptation solutions.Originality/valueThis topic has not yet been addressed in the academic literature and therefore the paper represents an important step in the understanding of climate change. The paper has academic value as a platform to underpin future research and practical value for event organisers planning for an uncertain future.
Open innovation in China: policies and practices
Authors: Fu Xiaolan , Xiong Hongru 
Published: October 2011

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to review the evolution of policies and practices of open innovation (OI) in China under globalization.Design/methodology/approachThis is a review paper. It combines historical archives and case study approaches, covering policies and practices at both the macro‐ and micro‐levels.FindingsIt is found that Chinese firms have in practice employed a variety of OI models since the reforms of science and technology systems in the mid‐1980s. Policies introduced by the Chinese Government with respect to inbound and outbound OI, as well as policies encouraging OI networks, have encouraged Chinese firms to adopt various OI modes and practices. Some critical institutional challenges still need urgent attention and effective efforts to reinforce them.Originality/valueThis paper aims to fill the gap in the literature by providing the first systematic review of the evolution of the policies and practices of OI in China, and exploring the implications for latecomer firms in building indigenous innovation capability. As far as the authors are aware, this is one of the first systematic review studies on OI policies and practices with a focus on emerging economies.
Research on the relationship among corporate governance environment, governance behavior and governance performance
Authors: Runhui Lin , Jianhong Fan , Yang Zhao , Hongjuan Zhang , Rujing Hou 
Published: October 2011

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to focus on the relationship between the corporate governance (CG) environment, governance behavior and governance performance and place it into the research of the evolution and revolution of the Chinese telecommunication industry, a complex economic system.Design/methodology/approachOn the basis of information about the Chinese telecommunication industry from 1949 to 2009 and China Mobile from 1997 to 2007, the authors analyze the Chinese telecommunication industry from two levels, namely industry level and firm level, with the combination of a critical incident method and time series method.FindingsThe results demonstrate that the evolution of the Chinese CG environment and governance behavior presents characteristics of punctuated equilibrium; governance behavior lags behind governance environment and it can cause the governance environment to evolve to benefit its development through exerting active effects; governance environment and governance performance strongly relate to and have an effect on each other; and the improvement of governance structure and mechanisms, together with the enhancement of strategic capability, can greatly contribute to the governance performance of firms.Originality/valueThis paper has divided the development of the Chinese telecommunication industry into four stages, revealing the relationship between governance environment, governance behavior and governance performance with a case study of the Chinese telecommunication industry and China Mobile.
Applying the dialogic theory to social networking sites
Authors: Waters Richard D. , Canfield Rachel R. , Foster Jenny M. , Hardy Eva E. 
Published: October 2011

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to examine how US universities' health centers are using dialogue and engagement on social networking sites to educate students and their followers about health issues.Design/methodology/approachThrough a content analysis of health centers' Facebook profiles, the research team examines the use of Kent and Taylor's dialogic principles of communication.FindingsResults indicate that when a health center attracts a large number of followers online, their usage of the outlet as a dialogic tool increases significantly.Practical implicationsThe study found that university health centers have a presence on Facebook, but they really are not using the site strategically to gain followers and educate them about health issues that they have pledged to address on their campuses.Originality/valueThe dialogic principles of communication have been examined significantly on web sites and blogs, but this is one of the first studies to test them in the social networking site environment.
Systematic review: the role of tacrolimus in the management of Crohn’s disease
Authors: McSharry K. , Dalzell A. M. , Leiper K. , El‐Matary W. 
Published: October 2011

Aliment Pharmacol Ther 2011; 34: 1282–1294SummaryBackground  Several published studies have evaluated the efficacy of tacrolimus in the management of Crohn’s disease with variable conclusions.Aim  To review systematically the evidence examining the efficacy and safety of tacrolimus in treating Crohn’s disease.Methods  The Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL), MEDLINE (PUBMED) and EMBASE (1984 to January 2011) were searched. Also, references from selected articles were examined. Case series (five or more patients), cohort and randomised controlled trials were eligible for inclusion, incorporating oral, intravenous or topical tacrolimus therapy. The primary outcome was induction of remission of active Crohn’s disease.Results  Eleven studies met the inclusion criteria which included 163 patients, of which 127 received tacrolimus therapy. In patients with luminal Crohn’s disease, the crude pooled remission rate for tacrolimus was 44.3% (range, 7–69%) and the crude pooled response rate was 37.1% (range, 14–57%). For patients with perianal disease using systemic tacrolimus, crude pooled remission rate was 28.6% (range, 0–64%) and crude pooled response rate was 38.8% (range, 0–57%). Combining data from two studies using topical tacrolimus, 35.7% of patients achieved remission and 28.6% partial response. Nonserious adverse effects are common, particularly tremor, paraesthesia and headache. Reversible nephrotoxity occurred in 16% of patients.Conclusions  The current evidence; although of a poor quality, appears to support the use of tacrolimus in Crohn’s disease. High quality randomised controlled trials are needed.