bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Gastrointestinal symptomatology as a predictor of severe outcomes of invasive group A streptococcal infections
Authors: KHATEEB O. M. , OSBORNE D. , MULLA Z. D. 
Published: October 2009

SUMMARYInvasive group A streptococcal (GAS) disease is a condition of clinical and public health significance. We conducted epidemiological analyses to determine if the presence of gastrointestinal (GI) complaints (diarrhea and/or vomiting) early in the course of invasive GAS disease is associated with either of two severe outcomes: GAS necrotizing fasciitis, or hospital mortality. Subjects were hospitalized for invasive GAS disease throughout the state of Florida, USA, during a 4-year period. Multiple imputation using the Markov chain Monte Carlo method was used to replace missing values with plausible values. Excluding cases with missing data resulted in a sample size of 138 invasive GAS patients (the complete subject analysis) while the imputed datasets contained 257 records. GI symptomatology within 48 h of hospital admission was not associated with hospital mortality in either the complete subject analysis [adjusted odds ratio (aOR) 0·86, 95% confidence interval (CI) 0·31–2·39] or in the imputed datasets. GI symptoms were significantly associated with GAS necrotizing fasciitis in the complete subject analysis (aOR 4·64, 95% CI 1·18–18·23) and in the imputed datasets but only in patients aged <55 years. The common cause of GI symptoms and necrotizing fasciitis may be streptococcal exotoxins. Clinicians who are treating young individuals presumed to be in the early stages of invasive GAS disease should take note of GI symptoms and remain vigilant for the development of a GAS necrotizing soft-tissue infection.
Burden of infant bronchiolitis: data from a hospital network
Authors: CHE D. , CAILLERE N. , BROSSET P. , VALLEJO C. , JOSSERAN L. 
Published: October 2009

SUMMARYIn France, surveillance of bronchiolitis is based on a pilot network of hospital emergency departments. The study was a 1-year observational study (2007–2008) carried out in a central region of metropolitan France. The hospitalization rate for bronchiolitis was 17·7/1000 children aged <1 year and the estimated prevalence of bronchiolitis ranged from 17·7% to 34·4% in children aged <1 year. Such a network constitutes a valuable tool to estimate the dynamic and the burden of infant bronchiolitis.
Do sleep difficulties exacerbate deficits in sustained attention following traumatic brain injury?
Authors: BLOOMFIELD IMOGEN L.M. , ESPIE COLIN A. , EVANS JONATHAN J. 
Published: October 2009

AbstractSustained attention has been shown to be vulnerable following traumatic brain injury (TBI). Sleep restriction and disturbances have been shown to negatively affect sustained attention. Sleep disorders are common but under-diagnosed after TBI. Thus, it seems possible that sleep disturbances may exacerbate neuropsychological deficits for a proportion of individuals who have sustained a TBI. The aim of this prospective study was to examine whether poor sleepers post-TBI had poorer sustained and general attentional functioning than good sleepers post-TBI. Retrospective subjective, prospective subjective, and objective measures were used to assess participants’ sleep. The results showed that the poor sleep group had significantly poorer sustained attention ability than the good sleep group. The differences on other measures of attention were not significant. This study supports the use of measures that capture specific components of attention rather than global measures of attention, and highlights the importance of assessing and treating sleep problems in brain injury rehabilitation. (JINS, 2010, 16, 17–25.)
Indaba as Obedience: A Post Lambeth 2008 Assessment ‘If someone offends you, talk to him’
Authors: Lee Peter John 
Published: October 2009

AbstractThe article seeks to reflect on the Lambeth Conference of 2008 and, in particular, the use of the indaba method of engagement, in the context of the Anglican Communion’s fractured history and its need for inner reconciliation. It proposes that theological and pastoral work is required in the areas of conflict resolution and communication.The following article was prepared before the TEC (The Episcopal Church) General Convention of 2009, and does not take account of its decisions.
Hereditary tubular transport disorders: implications for renal handling of Ca2+ and Mg2+
Authors: Dimke Henrik , Hoenderop Joost G. , Bindels René J. 
Published: October 2009

The kidney plays an important role in maintaining the systemic Ca2+ and Mg2+ balance. Thus the renal reabsorptive capacity of these cations can be amended to adapt to disturbances in plasma Ca2+ and Mg2+ concentrations. The reabsorption of Ca2+ and Mg2+ is driven by transport of other electrolytes, sometimes through selective channels and often supported by hormonal stimuli. It is, therefore, not surprising that monogenic disorders affecting such renal processes may impose a shift in, or even completely blunt, the reabsorptive capacity of these divalent cations within the kidney. Accordingly, in Dent's disease, a disorder with defective proximal tubular transport, hypercalciuria is frequently observed. Dysfunctional thick ascending limb transport in Bartter's syndrome, familial hypomagnesaemia with hypercalciuria and nephrocalcinosis, and diseases associated with Ca2+-sensing receptor defects, markedly change tubular transport of Ca2+ and Mg2+. In the distal convolutions, several proteins involved in Mg2+ transport have been identified [TRPM6 (transient receptor potential melastatin 6), proEGF (pro-epidermal growth factor) and FXYD2 (Na+/K+-ATPase γ-subunit)]. In addition, conditions such as Gitelman's syndrome, distal renal tubular acidosis and pseudohypoaldosteronism type II, as well as a mitochondrial defect associated with hypomagnesaemia, all change the renal handling of divalent cations. These hereditary disorders have, in many cases, substantially increased our understanding of the complex transport processes in the kidney and their contribution to the regulation of overall Ca2+ and Mg2+ balance.
Treatment Outcomes for Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Early Intervention Populations
Authors: Coleman Jaumeiko J. 
Published: October 2009

Abstract
Research indicates that close to half of infants, toddlers and preschool children enrolled in early intervention programs funded by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act have a communication disorder. In addition, a substantial number of children, particularly in the infant and toddler population, are from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Audiologists and speech-language pathologists are charged with providing culturally-competent, evidence-based services to all clients. Given the federal, state, and local demand for accountability in practices, clinicians need guidance on treatment outcomes pertaining to the culturally and linguistically diverse early intervention populations with communication disorders.
Ultra-sensitive detection of nitric oxide isotopologues
Authors: Mitscherling Christoph , Maul Christof , Gericke Karl-Heinz 
Published: October 2009

This paper reviews recent technical advances of resonance enhanced multiphoton ionization (REMPI) spectroscopy and laser-induced fluorescence (LIF) spectroscopy, both extremely sensitive techniques for the determination of low nitric oxide (NO) concentrations. Because NO is involved in a multitude of biological functions, labeling and isotope-specific detection are important tools for elucidating chemical pathways. Mass selective REMPI discovers spectroscopic windows for monitoring the most abundant isotopologues such as14N16O,15N16O and14N18O without these species interfering spectroscopically with each other. This has been realized by using theA2Σ+(v′=0)←X2ΠΩ(v″ =0) transition (NO γ-band) in the ultraviolet region around 226 nm. Selected rovibrational transitions are employed for the ultra-sensitive and isotope-specific detection of exhaled NO by LIF. The detection limit for14N18O has been improved to 0.8 parts per trillion.Furthermore, preliminary results from a study of theA2Σ+(v′ =1)←X2ΠΩ(v″ =0) transition interfering with theB2Π(v′ =1)←X2ΠΩ(v″ =0) transition are presented as an alternative approach for isotopologue selective measurements of14N18O. From experimental data the rotational constantB=1.10310 cm- 1and the spin–orbit coupling constantA=33.170 cm- 1of14N16O (B2Π(v′ =1)) have been calculated.
Functionally guided alignment of protein interaction networks for module detection
Authors: Ali Waqar , Deane Charlotte M. 
Published: October 2009

Abstract
Motivation: Functional module detection within protein interaction networks is a challenging problem due to the sparsity of data and presence of errors. Computational techniques for this task range from purely graph theoretical approaches involving single networks to alignment of multiple networks from several species. Current network alignment methods all rely on protein sequence similarity to map proteins across species.
Results: Here we carry out network alignment using a protein functional similarity measure. We show that using functional similarity to map proteins across species improves network alignment in terms of functional coherence and overlap with experimentally verified protein complexes. Moreover, the results from functional similarity-based network alignment display little overlap (&lt;15%) with sequence similarity-based alignment. Our combined approach integrating sequence and function-based network alignment alongside graph clustering properties offers a 200% increase in coverage of experimental datasets and comparable accuracy to current network alignment methods.
Availability: Program binaries and source code is freely available at http://www.stats.ox.ac.uk/research/bioinfo/resources
Contact: ali@stats.ox.ac.uk
Supplementary Information: Supplementary data are available at Bioinformatics online.
Processing and population genetic analysis of multigenic datasets with ProSeq3 software
Authors: Filatov Dmitry A. 
Published: October 2009

AbstractMotivation: The current tendency in molecular population genetics is to use increasing numbers of genes in the analysis. Here I describe a program for handling and population genetic analysis of DNA polymorphism data collected from multiple genes. The program includes a sequence/alignment editor and an internal relational database that simplify the preparation and manipulation of multigenic DNA polymorphism datasets. The most commonly used DNA polymorphism analyses are implemented in ProSeq3, facilitating population genetic analysis of large multigenic datasets. Extensive input/output options make ProSeq3 a convenient hub for sequence data processing and analysis.Availability: The program is available free of charge from http://dps.plants.ox.ac.uk/sequencing/proseq.htmContact: dmitry.filatov@plants.ox.ac.uk
Fatigue evaluation of high‐loaded aeronautical composite structures
Authors: Rodzewicz Mirosław 
Published: October 2009

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to present a study on effective methods for fatigue evaluation of composite structures.Design/methodology/approachBased on topological correspondence between half‐cycle arrays and the Haig diagrams, the fatigue data for composite structure in the form of array containing numbers of half‐cycles to failure (or in form of unitary damage array) are obtained. Such forms of the fatigue data facilitate significantly calculation of damage produced by any load spectrum (LS), presented as a half‐cycle array.FindingsThe loads of highest increments inside the operational range are of crucial importance for the fatigue life of composite structures, therefore it is possible to replace the whole LS with the equivalent loads of significantly reduced cycle numbers, which is very beneficial in the case when the fatigue life evidence is provided in the experimental way.Originality/valueThe paper presents novel evaluation methods for equivalent load cycles determination, consisting in application of unitary damage array, and simplified estimation procedure of fatigue properties on experimental basis.
How a systematic approach to innovation can bring radical improvements to organisations by liberating the staff
Authors: Desmond Vincent 
Published: October 2009

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to demonstrate ways in which innovative thinking can bring about radical change to organisations. It aims to identify some of the many creative ways this innovative thought can be liberated from staff members using quality processes, and argue that a structured, quality approach to engaging staff in improvement and innovation can bring about this radical change.Design/methodology/approachThis paper consists of a combination of case study based material and includes the author's opinion and interpretation. The integral focus is on encouraging innovation from within, implementing ways to involve staff members and introducing structured, gradual, change. The paper uses examples of organisations across varied industries to showcase how they have accomplished this task.FindingsDeveloping collaborative environments and encouraging employee contribution to facilitate innovative thinking can liberate not only employees but the whole organisation. The case study organisations featured have found that introducing new methods of innovation can provide a manageable process, which over time can result in significant change.Originality/valueThis paper sets out the systematic approach organisations should follow to unlock the creative power of their employees, develop fast and stay ahead of the competition. It argues that in the current economic climate, organisations will need to make these radical improvements in order to survive and prosper.
Public library closures in England: the need to Act?
Authors: McMenemy David 
Published: October 2009

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to discuss the relevance of the 1964 Public Libraries and Museums Act in light of recent announced public library closures in England and the subsequent investigation by the Secretary of State for Culture into proposed closures in Wirral libraries. The paper asks whether the Act is fit for purpose or merely confuses the status of public libraries in a legal sense. It provides a discussion of the limitations of the Act, some background to recent public library closure controversies, and the powers central government have to intervene locally.Design/methodology/approachProvides a reflective viewpoint.FindingsThe paper finds that a new Act may be necessary to further define how public libraries should provide services and what a basic level of provision is defined as.Practical implicationReflects on the current statutory provision and should be of interest to those working in public libraries or those researching the area.Originality/valueProvides a reflective analysis of a current issue of importance in UK public libraries.
Online digital thesis collections and national information policy
Authors: Joint Nicholas 
Published: October 2009

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to give an overview of ETD (electronic thesis and dissertation) collection development trends to date, with an emphasis on the comparative merits of different national models of digital thesis provision.Design/methodology/approachA brief historical narrative combined with commentary from the point of view of the library practitioner.FindingsThe paper finds that the case for the superior benefits of digital thesis services as opposed to print‐only thesis provision has undoubtedly been made. However, the relative merits of different levels of public versus private sector involvement in the national digital thesis system are open to debate, which means that ETD information systems can be structured very differently from one country to another. The US and UK systems are particularly different from each other and form a focus of discussion.Research limitations/implicationsA rich research area in future will lie in the comparison of the performance of the US and the UK systems. This research should elicit opinions from librarians engaged with thesis provision while also compiling objective evidence about which approach provides the better service to end users and which approach more successfully boosts the knowledge economy of each country.Practical implicationsEvidence cited about the strengths and weaknesses of the two digital thesis systems analysed demonstrates the benefits of open access at the immediate level of library service delivery.Originality/valueThis paper attempts to combine insights into national policy making with straightforward recommendations relevant to everyday library practice.
Oils quality and performance analysis of vehicle's engines using radial basis neural networks
Authors: Kalkat Menderes , Yıldırım Şahin , Erkaya Selçuk 
Published: October 2009

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to improve the application of neural networks on vehicle engine systems for fault detecting and analysing engine oils.Design/methodology/approachThree types of neural networks are employed to find exact neural network predictor of vehicle engine oil performance and quality. Nevertheless, two oil types are analysed for predicting performance in the engine. These oils are used and unused oils. In experimental work, two accelerometers are located at the bottom of the car engine to measure related vibrations for analysing oil quality of both cases.FindingsThe results of both computer simulation and experimental work show that the radial basis neural network predictor gives good performance at adapting different cases.Research limitations/implicationsThe results of the proposed neural network analyser follow the desired results of the vehicle engine's vibration variation. However, this kind of neural network scheme can be used to analyse oil quality of the car in experimental applications.Practical implicationsAs theoretical and practical studies are evaluated together, it is hoped that oil analysers and interested researchers will obtain significant results in this application area.Originality/valueThis paper is an original contribution on vehicle oil quality analysis using a proposed artificial neural network and it should be helpful for industrial applications of vehicle oil quality analysis and fault detection.
An introduction to the interaction between the universities and the Institute of Chartered Accountants of New Zealand
Authors: Devonport Bernadette F. 
Published: October 2009

PurposeThis paper aims to explore the relationship between New Zealand universities and the Institute of Chartered Accountants of New Zealand (ICANZ), the main organization of the accounting profession in New Zealand.Design/methodology/approachThe relationship is approached as an archival search, producing a descriptive analysis of the universities' involvement in the Institute's professional exams, from the creation of the Institute in 1908 until the turn of this century.FindingsAt first this connection was through the qualifying examination system of the Institute, with the universities providing the means for the Institute to educate prospective members. Differences in approach towards accounting education, identified in the ongoing issue of a degree prerequisite, and the development of accountancy departments in the universities, led to the Institute later in the twentieth century turning to other tertiary institutions to provide its accounting professional examinations. This paper shows that although the accountancy departments in the universities have benefited from contact with the Institute, the nature of the relationship has been determined to a large extent by the requirements of the New Zealand accounting profession.Originality/valueThe paper provides historical insights on the interaction between the universities and the Institute, explaining the reasons for the Institute's influence on accounting education in the universities.
The differences in customer complaint behaviour between loyal customers and first comers in the retail banking industry
Authors: Kitapci Olgun , Taylan Dortyol Ibrahim 
Published: October 2009

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to test the differences in customer complaint behaviour between loyal customers and first comers.Design/methodology/approachThis study has adopted the work of Ndubisi and Ling, which categorized consumer complaint actions into public, private, defection and no action. Interview and survey data were collected. SPSS 15.0 for Windows was used for data analysis. Descriptive statistics such as means, frequencies, Mann‐Whitney U test and chi‐square tests were calculated.FindingsThe results reveal that first comers are more willing to engage in private complaining actions such as negotiation and worth‐of‐mouth comments and telling friends and family about their bad experiences compared to loyal customers. Our major findings indicate that even if a first comer does not complain, this does not mean that the person is satisfied. As there is a likelihood that when a customer makes a private complaint, such as spreading negative word‐of‐mouth criticisms, bank managers should pay more attention to those customers. Further, first comers are more likely to take part in a defection by doing business with another firm following the bad experience compared to loyal customers.Originality/valueIt is a new study about the differences in customer complaint behaviour between loyal and first customers in Turkey. It presents valuable information that can assist bank managers and marketers understand the customer complaint behaviour of both loyal customers and first comers.
Who are minimum and sub‐minimum wage workers?
Authors: Pacheco Gail 
Published: October 2009

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to provide a comprehensive portrait of who earns the minimum wage, in terms of the characteristics of the individual that are most important in determining this outcome.Design/methodology/approachThis study uses individual data from the Annual Income Supplements of the New Zealand (NZ) Household Labour Force Surveys between June 1997 and June 2004. This unit record data allows isolation of workers earning the minimum wage or close to it. A more sophisticated quantitative analysis is also carried out, where the probability of earning at or below the minimum wage is modelled to estimate what individual characteristics are most significant in determining minimum wage status.FindingsOne of the key findings was that individual characteristics (such as age) are much more important than household circumstance or industry affiliations, in terms of the probability of earning minimum wage.Originality/valueNZ has substantially increased minimum wages for teenagers and adults since 2000. For example, since the youth minimum was introduced in March 1994, it had increased by 52 per cent in real terms by 2004. Consequently, recent NZ experience offers a rare opportunity to isolate who earns the minimum wage and which subgroups are more likely to be potentially impacted by a rising minimum.