Exchange energy in the local Airy gas approximation

DEFF Research Database (Denmark)

Vitos, Levente; Johansson, B.; Kollár, J.

2000-01-01

The Airy gas model of the edge electron gas is used to construct an exchange-energy functional that is an alternative to those obtained in the local-density and generalized-gradient approximations. Test calculations for rare-gas atoms, molecules, solids, and surfaces show that the Airy gas...

Experimental investigation of complex circular Airy beam characteristics

Science.gov (United States)

Porfirev, A. P.; Fomchenkov, S. A.; Khonina, S. N.

2018-04-01

We demonstrate a new type of circular Airy beams, the so-called azimuthally modulated circular Airy beams, generated by utilizing a diffraction element, whose transmission function is the sum of the transmission function of the element generating a "petal" pattern and the transmission function of the element generating a circular Airy beam. We experimentally investigate the propagation dynamics of such beams and demonstrate that their autofocusing and selfhealing properties are strongly dependent on the number of generated petals. These beams are a combination of a conventional circular Airy beam and vortex laser beams (or their superpositions). Using a spatial light modulator, we demonstrate that these beams have unique properties such as autofocusing, "nondiffractive" propagation and self-healing after passing through an obstacle. The experimental results are in good agreement with the simulation. We believe that these results can be very useful for lensless laser fabrication and laser manipulation techniques, as well as for development of new filament plasma multi-channel formation methods.

Ühe suve akvarellid / Evelin Samuel ja Liina Hergauk

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Samuel, Evelin, 1975-

2015-01-01

Roosanupuline kampsun, idee ja teostus Evelin Samuel. Vanaroosa pluus ja barett, idee ja teostus Ruta Tännav. Mohäärlõngast topp, idee ja teostus Anna Verschik. Linane topp, idee ja teostus Liina Hergauk. Pitsmustritega mohäärkleit, idee ja teostus Ruta Tännav. Puuvillane topp, idee ja teostus Anna Verschik

Dealing with yourself through others / Liina Siib ; intervjueerinud Eero Epner

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Siib, Liina, 1963-

2011-01-01

Intervjuu Liina Siibiga, kelle projekt "Naine võtab vähe ruumi" esindas Eestit 54. Venezia biennaalil. Endast, oma põlvkonnast, olukorrast Eestis, oma loomingust, kunstiprojektist, huvist harilike töötavate naiste ja olukordade vastu, kuhu töötav naine on pandud jm.

Temporal Airy pulses control cell poration

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

S. Courvoisier

2016-07-01

Full Text Available We show that spectral phase shaping of fs-laser pulses can be used to optimize laser-cell membrane interactions in water environment. The energy and peak intensity thresholds required for cell poration with single pulse in the nJ range can be significantly reduced (25% reduction in energy and 88% reduction in peak intensity by using temporal Airy pulses, controlled by positive third order dispersion, as compared to bandwidth limited pulses. Temporal Airy pulses are also effective to control the morphology of the induced pores, with prospective applications from cellular to tissue opto-surgery and transfection.

Role of third-order dispersion in chirped Airy pulse propagation in single-mode fibers

Science.gov (United States)

Cai, Wangyang; Wang, Lei; Wen, Shuangchun

2018-04-01

The dynamic propagation of the initial chirped Airy pulse in single-mode fibers is studied numerically, special attention being paid to the role of the third-order dispersion (TOD). It is shown that for the positive TOD, the Airy pulse experiences inversion irrespective of the sign of initial chirp. The role of TOD in the dynamic propagation of the initial chirped Airy pulse depends on the combined sign of the group-velocity dispersion (GVD) and the initial chirp. If the GVD and chirp have the opposite signs, the chirped Airy pulse compresses first and passes through a breakdown area, then reconstructs a new Airy pattern with opposite acceleration, with the breakdown area becoming small and the main peak of the new Airy pattern becoming asymmetric with an oscillatory structure due to the positive TOD. If the GVD and chirp have the same signs, the finite-energy Airy pulse compresses to a focal point and then inverses its acceleration, in the case of positive TOD, the distance to the focal point becoming smaller. At zero-dispersion point, the finite-energy Airy pulse inverses to the opposite acceleration at a focal point, with the tight-focusing effect being reduced by initial chirp. Under the effect of negative TOD, the initial chirped Airy pulse disperses and the lobes split. In addition, in the anomalous dispersion region, for strong nonlinearity, the initial chirped Airy pulse splits and enters a soliton shedding regime.

SAS tahab Estonian Airi liita lätlaste firmaga airBaltic / Andres Eilart

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Eilart, Andres

2007-01-01

SAS plaanib Estonian Airi ja Läti firma airBalticu liitmisega luua uue lennufirma. Autori hinnangul viitavad Estonian Airi laienemisplaanidele kriipsu peale tõmbamine ja SAS-i investeeringud airBalticusse sellele, et ühendamise käigus "neelab" Läti firma Estonian Airi

Estonian Airi uued soodsad pakkumised

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2010-01-01

Estonian Airi kodulehelt on võimalik osta lennupileteid koostööpartnerite poolt pakutavatele mandritevahelistele lendudele ning broneerida internetis hotellituba Euroopa suurima hotelli broneerimise teenust pakkuva ettevõtte Booking.com kaudu

Airy Wave Packets Accelerating in Space-Time

Science.gov (United States)

Kondakci, H. Esat; Abouraddy, Ayman F.

2018-04-01

Although diffractive spreading is an unavoidable feature of all wave phenomena, certain waveforms can attain propagation invariance. A lesser-explored strategy for achieving optical self-similar propagation exploits the modification of the spatiotemporal field structure when observed in reference frames moving at relativistic speeds. For such an observer, it is predicted that the associated Lorentz boost can bring to a halt the axial dynamics of a wave packet of an arbitrary profile. This phenomenon is particularly striking in the case of a self-accelerating beam—such as an Airy beam—whose peak normally undergoes a transverse displacement upon free propagation. Here we synthesize an acceleration-free Airy wave packet that travels in a straight line by deforming its spatiotemporal spectrum to reproduce the impact of a Lorentz boost. The roles of the axial spatial coordinate and time are swapped, leading to "time diffraction" manifested in self-acceleration observed in the propagating Airy wave-packet frame.

Sub-Airy Confocal Adaptive Optics Scanning Ophthalmoscopy.

Science.gov (United States)

Sredar, Nripun; Fagbemi, Oladipo E; Dubra, Alfredo

2018-04-01

To demonstrate the viability of improving transverse image resolution in reflectance scanning adaptive optics ophthalmoscopy using sub-Airy disk confocal detection. The foveal cone mosaic was imaged in five human subjects free of known eye disease using two custom adaptive optics scanning light ophthalmoscopes (AOSLOs) in reflectance with 7.75 and 4.30 mm pupil diameters. Confocal pinholes of 0.5, 0.6, 0.8, and 1.0 Airy disk diameters (ADDs) were used in a retinal conjugate plane before the light detector. Average cone photoreceptor intensity profile width and power spectrum were calculated for the resulting images. Detected energy using a model eye was recorded for each pinhole size. The cone photoreceptor mosaic is better resolved with decreasing confocal pinhole size, with the high spatial frequency content of the images enhanced in both the large- and small-pupil AOSLOs. The average cone intensity profile width was reduced by ∼15% with the use of a 0.5 ADD pinhole when compared to a 1.0 ADD, with an accompanying reduction in signal greater than a factor of four. The use of sub-Airy disk confocal pinhole detection without increasing retinal light exposure results in a substantial improvement in image resolution at the cost of larger than predicted signal reduction. Improvement in transverse resolution using sub-Airy disk confocal detection is a practical and low-cost approach that is applicable to all point- and line-scanning ophthalmoscopes, including optical coherence tomographers.

Liina Vahter aitab sclerosis multiplex'i põdejaid / Sergo Selder

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Selder, Sergo

2010-01-01

Lääne-Tallinna keskhaigla närvihaiguste keskus on Eesti kõige suurem sclerosis multiplex'i kompleksse ravi keskus. Keskuse neuropsühholoogist Liina Vahterist, kes kaitses Tallinna Ülikoolis doktorikraadi, mille materjaliks kujunes SM keskuse töö ja patsiendid. Ta peab ka kliinilise psühholoogia loenguid Tallinna Ülikooli psühholoogia instituudis

Asymptotics of the information entropy of the Airy function

Energy Technology Data Exchange (ETDEWEB)

Sanchez-Moreno, P [Departamento de Fisica Moderna, Universidad de Granada, Granada (Spain); Instituto ' Carlos I' de Fisica Teorica y Computacional, Universidad de Granada, Granada (Spain); Yanez, R J [Instituto ' Carlos I' de Fisica Teorica y Computacional, Universidad de Granada, Granada (Spain); Departamento de Matematica Aplicada, Universidad de Granada, Granada (Spain); Buyarov, V [Moscow State University (Russian Federation)

2005-11-18

The Boltzmann-Shannon information entropy of linear potential wavefunctions is known to be controlled by the information entropy of the Airy function Ai(x). Here, the entropy asymptotics is analysed so that the first two leading terms (previously calculated in the WKB approximation) as well as the following term (already conjectured) are derived by using only the specific properties of the Airy function.

Generalized Airy functions for use in one-dimensional quantum mechanical problems

Science.gov (United States)

Eaves, J. O.

1972-01-01

The solution of the one dimensional, time independent, Schroedinger equation in which the energy minus the potential varies as the nth power of the distance is obtained from proper linear combinations of Bessel functions. The linear combinations called generalized Airy functions, reduce to the usual Airy functions Ai(x) and Bi(x) when n equals 1 and have the same type of simple asymptotic behavior. Expressions for the generalized Airy functions which can be evaluated by the method of generalized Gaussian quadrature are obtained.

Marko Mägi soovitab : Dave Benton ja Hanna-Liina Võsa / Marko Mägi

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Mägi, Marko

2005-01-01

Lauljate Dave Bentoni ja Hanna-Liina Võsa kontserttuurist: 25. veebr Ammende villas Pärnus, 26. veebr. Kalvi mõisas, 4. märtsil Saku mõisas, 6. märtsil Sangaste lossis ja 13. apr. Estonia kontserdisaalis

Airi Liimets: "Teistmoodi mõeldes võiks taas otsast alata" / Airi Liimets ; intervjueerinud Ia Remmel

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Liimets, Airi, 1959-

2009-01-01

Eesti Muusika- ja Teatriakadeemia koolimuusika instituudi ning filosoofilise ja pedagoogilise antropoloogia keskuse juhataja, kasvatusfilosoofia ja kasvatusteaduse professori Airi Liimetsaga tema koostatud ja toimetatud, TLÜ kirjastuse poolt välja antud raamatust "Muusikalise kontegelikkuse ühendused identiteedi ja diferentsiga"

Hanna-Liina ja Dave Benton laulavad koos armastuslaule / Ille Grün-Ots

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Grün-Ots, Ille, 1960-2016

2005-01-01

Vanemuises L. Bernsteini muusikalis "West Side Story" laulvast Hanna-Liina Võsast, heliplaadist "Premi'ere", kontsertidest koos Dave Bentoniga 4. märtsil Saku mõisas, 6. märtsil Sangaste lossis ja 25. veebr. Ammende villas Pärnus

Naistest ja solidaarsusest / Marge Monko, Liina Siib ; intervjueerinud Elena Šmakova

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Monko, Marge, 1976-

2009-01-01

Töötavate naiste õigustest, töökeskkonnast ja sõltumisest tööhõivepoliitikast. Näitused Tallinnas: Marge Monko isikunäitus "Leib ja lilled" Draakoni Galeriis 8.-21. märtsini, Liina Siibi fotonäitus "Naine võtab vähe ruumi" Hobusepea Galeriis 18.-30. märtsini

Integrated management model. Methodology and software-enabled tood designed to assist a utility in developing a station-wide optimization

International Nuclear Information System (INIS)

Llovet, R.; Ibanez, R.; Woodcock, J.

2005-01-01

A key concern for utilities today is optimizing station aging and realibility management activities in a manner that maximizes the value of those activities withing an affordable budget. The Westinghouse Proactive Asset Management Model is a methodology and software-enabled tood designed to assist a utility in developing a station-wide optimization of those activities. The process and tool support the development of an optimized, station-wide plan for inspection, testing, maintenance, repaor and replacement of aging components. The optimization identifies the benefit and optimal timing of those activities based on minimizing unplanned outage costs (avoided costs) and maximizing station Net Present Value. (Author)

On the asymptotic evolution of finite energy Airy wave functions.

Science.gov (United States)

Chamorro-Posada, P; Sánchez-Curto, J; Aceves, A B; McDonald, G S

2015-06-15

In general, there is an inverse relation between the degree of localization of a wave function of a certain class and its transform representation dictated by the scaling property of the Fourier transform. We report that in the case of finite energy Airy wave packets a simultaneous increase in their localization in the direct and transform domains can be obtained as the apodization parameter is varied. One consequence of this is that the far-field diffraction rate of a finite energy Airy beam decreases as the beam localization at the launch plane increases. We analyze the asymptotic properties of finite energy Airy wave functions using the stationary phase method. We obtain one dominant contribution to the long-term evolution that admits a Gaussian-like approximation, which displays the expected reduction of its broadening rate as the input localization is increased.

Optical trapping and manipulation of Mie particles with Airy beam

International Nuclear Information System (INIS)

Zhao, Ziyu; Zang, Weiping; Tian, Jianguo

2016-01-01

In this paper we calculate the radiation forces and moving trajectories of Mie particles induced by 1D Airy beams using the plane wave spectrum method and arbitrary beam theory. Numerical results show that both the transverse and the longitudinal radiation forces are deeply dependent on the relative refractive index, radii and positions of the scattering particles illuminated by the Airy beam. Due to the radiation forces, Mie particles with different radii and initial positions can be dragged into the nearest main intensity lobes, and move along parabolic trajectories in the direction of the Poynting vector. At the ends of these trajectories, in the presence of Brownian force, the trapped scattering particles show irregular Brownian movement near their equilibrium positions. This characteristic property of Airy beams enables optical sorting to be used more easily in the colloidal and biological sciences. (paper)

Saksa lastele saksa keelt õpetamas / Virve Mäemets, Jana Saksing, Liina Ojari

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Mäemets, Virve, 1955-

2001-01-01

Koostöölepingust Tallinna Pedagoogikaülikooli ja Schleswig-Holsteini Liidumaa Elmshorni praktikakeskuse vahel, mis seisneb õpetajakoolituse praktikantide vahetamises, praktikakohtadeks Schleswig-Holsteini Liidumaa koolid Saksamaal ja Tallinna Saksa Gümnaasium Eestis. Saksamaal läbitud koolipraktikast teevad kokkuvõtte TPÜ saksa keele õppetooli metoodik Virve Mäemets, TPÜ saksa filoloogia 4. kursuse tudengid Jana Saksing ja Liina Ojari

Obstacle evasion in free-space optical communications utilizing Airy beams

Science.gov (United States)

Zhu, Guoxuan; Wen, Yuanhui; Wu, Xiong; Chen, Yujie; Liu, Jie; Yu, Siyuan

2018-03-01

A high speed free-space optical communication system capable of self-bending signal transmission around line-of-sight obstacles is proposed and demonstrated. Airy beams are generated and controlled to achieve different propagating trajectories, and the signal transmission characteristics of these beams around the obstacle are investigated. Our results confirm that, by optimising their ballistic trajectories, Airy beams are able to bypass obstacles with more signal energy and thus improve the communication performance compared with normal Gaussian beams.

Study on THz wave generation from air plasma induced by quasi-square Airy beam

Science.gov (United States)

Zhang, Shijing; Zhang, Liangliang; Jiang, Guangtong; Zhang, Cunlin; Zhao, Yuejin

2018-01-01

Terahertz (THz) wave has attracted considerable attention in recent years because of its potential applications. The intense THz waves generated from air plasma induced by two-color femtosecond laser are widely used due to its high generation efficiency and broad frequency bandwidth. The parameters of the laser change the distribution of the air plasma, and then affect the generation of THz wave. In this research, we investigate the THz wave generation from air plasma induced by quasi-square Airy beam. Unlike the common Gauss beam, the quasi-square Airy beam has ability to autofocus and to increase the maximum intensity at the focus. By using the spatial light modulator (SLM), we can change the parameters of phase map to control the shape of the Airy beam. We obtain the two-color laser field by a 100-um-thick BBO crystal, then use a Golay detector to record THz wave energy. By comparing terahertz generation at different modulation depths, we find that terahertz energy produced by quasi-square Airy beam is up to 3.1 times stronger than that of Gauss beam with identical laser energy. In order to understand the influence of quasi-square Airy beam on the BBO crystal, we record THz wave energy by changing the azimuthal angle of BBO crystal with Gauss beam and Airy beam at different modulation depths. We find that the trend of terahertz energy with respect to the azimuthal angle of the BBO crystal keeps the same for different laser beams. We believe that the quasi-square Airy beam or other auto focusing beam can significantly improve the efficiency of terahertz wave generation and pave the way for its applications.

Simple quantal model for collision-induced dissociation: An Airy basis calculation

International Nuclear Information System (INIS)

Hunt, P.M.; Sridharan, S.

1982-01-01

New matrix elements for the Airy continuum basis are employed to find quantum mechanical dissociation probabilities for the the forced Morse oscillator. The calculations performed illustrate the ease with which the continuously infinite Airy basis can be manipulated, and they illustrate the transition from vibrational enhancement to vibrational inhibition of diatomic breakup. The forced Morse oscillator model thus reproduces the behavior of more complicated collinear collision-induced dissociation systems

Propagation Properties of Airy Beam through Periodic Slab System with Negative Index Materials

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Long Jin

2018-01-01

Full Text Available Based on light transfer matrix and electric field vector equation, the evolution of Airy beam propagating in periodic slab system with three negative index materials (NIMs and its transmission mechanism are investigated. The intensity profiles on emergent surface of periodic slab system and side view of Airy beam propagating in each right handed material (RHM and double negative material (DNM unit including lossless and losses DNMs are discussed. It is revealed that the self-recovery Airy beam can be achieved in long distance by using lossless periodic slab system as long as the negative refractive index nl=-nr and each unit length L=Z. As to losses slab system contained DNMs, the smaller the collision frequencies are, the better the Airy beam quality is formed. It is expected that the proposed manner of beam transmission and corresponding conclusions can be useful for extension applications of optical control, especially for optical communication and optical encryption technique.

Three-dimensional ultrashort optical Airy beams in an inhomogeneous medium with carbon nanotubes

Energy Technology Data Exchange (ETDEWEB)

Zhukov, Alexander V., E-mail: alex.zhukov@outlook.sg [Singapore University of Technology & Design, 8 Somapah Road, 487372 Singapore (Singapore); Bouffanais, Roland [Singapore University of Technology & Design, 8 Somapah Road, 487372 Singapore (Singapore); Belonenko, Mikhail B. [Laboratory of Nanotechnology, Volgograd Institute of Business, 400048 Volgograd (Russian Federation); Volgograd State University, 400062 Volgograd (Russian Federation); Dvuzhilov, Ilya S. [Volgograd State University, 400062 Volgograd (Russian Federation)

2017-03-11

In this Letter, we consider the problem of the dynamics of propagation of three-dimensional optical pulses (a.k.a. light bullets) with an Airy profile through a heterogeneous environment of carbon nanotubes. We show numerically that such beams exhibit sustained and stable propagation. Moreover, we demonstrate that by varying the density modulation period of the carbon nanotubes one can indirectly control the pulse velocity, which is a particularly valuable feature for the design and manufacturing of novel pulse delay devices. - Highlights: • Propagation of Airy pulses in CNTs with modulated density. • Light bullets propagate stably. • Influence of Airy parameter is revealed. • Modulation period results in an increase of the pulse velocity.

Thermoacoustic focusing lens by symmetric Airy beams with phase manipulations

Science.gov (United States)

Liu, Chen; Xia, Jian-Ping; Sun, Hong-Xiang; Yuan, Shou-Qi

2017-12-01

We report the realization of broadband acoustic focusing lenses based on two symmetric thermoacoustic phased arrays of Airy beams, in which the units of thermoacoustic phase control are designed by employing air with different temperatures surrounded by rigid insulated boundaries and thermal insulation films. The phase delays of the transmitted and reflected units could cover a whole 2π interval, which arises from the change of the sound velocity of air induced by the variation of the temperature. Based on the units of phase control, we design the transmitted and reflected acoustic focusing lenses with two symmetric Airy beams, and verify the high self-healing focusing characteristic and the feasibility of the thermal insulation films. Besides, the influences of the bending angle of the Airy beam on the focusing performance are discussed in detail. The proposed acoustic lens has advantages of broad bandwidth (about 4.8 kHz), high focusing performance, self-healing feature, and simple structure, which enable it to provide more schemes for acoustic focusing. It has excellent potential applications in acoustic devices.

Cresco sai lahti võlast SASile ja osalusest Estonian Airis / Rivo Sarapik, Alyona Stadnik

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Sarapik, Rivo, 1981-

2010-01-01

Majandus- ja kommunikatsiooniminister Juhan Parts ning SAS-i asepresident Benny Zakrisson kirjutasid alla Estonian Airi ostu-müügitehingule. Investeerimispank Cresco, millele kuulus 17% Estonian Airist, jääb välja Estonian Airi omanikeringist ning SAS-i nõue Crescole tühistatakse

Computing complex Airy functions by numerical quadrature

NARCIS (Netherlands)

A. Gil (Amparo); J. Segura (Javier); N.M. Temme (Nico)

2001-01-01

textabstractIntegral representations are considered of solutions of the Airydifferential equation w''-z, w=0 for computing Airy functions for complex values of z.In a first method contour integral representations of the Airyfunctions are written as non-oscillating

Interaction of Airy-Gaussian beams in saturable media

Science.gov (United States)

Zhou, Meiling; Peng, Yulian; Chen, Chidao; Chen, Bo; Peng, Xi; Deng, Dongmei

2016-08-01

Based on the nonlinear Schrödinger equation, the interactions of the two Airy-Gaussian components in the incidence are analyzed in saturable media, under the circumstances of the same amplitude and different amplitudes, respectively. It is found that the interaction can be both attractive and repulsive depending on the relative phase. The smaller the interval between two Airy-Gaussian components in the incidence is, the stronger the intensity of the interaction. However, with the equal amplitude, the symmetry is shown and the change of quasi-breathers is opposite in the in-phase case and out-of-phase case. As the distribution factor is increased, the phenomena of the quasi-breather and the self-accelerating of the two Airy-Gaussian components are weakened. When the amplitude is not equal, the image does not have symmetry. The obvious phenomenon of the interaction always arises on the side of larger input power in the incidence. The maximum intensity image is also simulated. Many of the characteristics which are contained within other images can also be concluded in this figure. Project supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant Nos. 11374108 and 10904041), the Foundation for the Author of Guangdong Province Excellent Doctoral Dissertation (Grant No. SYBZZXM201227), and the Foundation of Cultivating Outstanding Young Scholars (“Thousand, Hundred, Ten” Program) of Guangdong Province, China. CAS Key Laboratory of Geospace Environment, University of Science and Technology of China.

Probing neural tissue with airy light-sheet microscopy: investigation of imaging performance at depth within turbid media

Science.gov (United States)

Nylk, Jonathan; McCluskey, Kaley; Aggarwal, Sanya; Tello, Javier A.; Dholakia, Kishan

2017-02-01

Light-sheet microscopy (LSM) has received great interest for fluorescent imaging applications in biomedicine as it facilitates three-dimensional visualisation of large sample volumes with high spatiotemporal resolution whilst minimising irradiation of, and photo-damage to the specimen. Despite these advantages, LSM can only visualize superficial layers of turbid tissues, such as mammalian neural tissue. Propagation-invariant light modes have played a key role in the development of high-resolution LSM techniques as they overcome the natural divergence of a Gaussian beam, enabling uniform and thin light-sheets over large distances. Most notably, Bessel and Airy beam-based light-sheet imaging modalities have been demonstrated. In the single-photon excitation regime and in lightly scattering specimens, Airy-LSM has given competitive performance with advanced Bessel-LSM techniques. Airy and Bessel beams share the property of self-healing, the ability of the beam to regenerate its transverse beam profile after propagation around an obstacle. Bessel-LSM techniques have been shown to increase the penetration-depth of the illumination into turbid specimens but this effect has been understudied in biologically relevant tissues, particularly for Airy beams. It is expected that Airy-LSM will give a similar enhancement over Gaussian-LSM. In this paper, we report on the comparison of Airy-LSM and Gaussian-LSM imaging modalities within cleared and non-cleared mouse brain tissue. In particular, we examine image quality versus tissue depth by quantitative spatial Fourier analysis of neural structures in virally transduced fluorescent tissue sections, showing a three-fold enhancement at 50 μm depth into non-cleared tissue with Airy-LSM. Complimentary analysis is performed by resolution measurements in bead-injected tissue sections.

Home and away - Raymond Pettibon and Marko Mäetamm / Alistair Hicks, Elo-Hanna Seljamaa, Marko Mäetamm, Liina Siib

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2015-01-01

Vestluringis on näituse „Kodus ja võõrsil. Raymond Pettibon: Ameerika unelmas elades. Marko Mäetamm: Tunne end nagu kodus” kuraator Alistair Hicks, Marko Mäetamm, Elo-Hanna Seljamaa ja Liina Siib

Optimal Conformal Polynomial Projections for Croatia According to the Airy/Jordan Criterion

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Dražen Tutić

2009-05-01

Full Text Available The paper describes optimal conformal polynomial projections for Croatia according to the Airy/Jordan criterion. A brief introduction of history and theory of conformal mapping is followed by descriptions of conformal polynomial projections and their current application. The paper considers polynomials of degrees 1 to 10. Since there are conditions in which the 1st degree polynomial becomes the famous Mercator projection, it was not considered specifically for Croatian territory. The area of Croatia was defined as a union of national territory and the continental shelf. Area definition data were taken from the Euro Global Map 1:1 000 000 for Croatia, as well as from two maritime delimitation treaties. Such an irregular area was approximated with a regular grid consisting of 11 934 ellipsoidal trapezoids 2' large. The Airy/Jordan criterion for the optimal projection is defined as minimum of weighted mean of Airy/Jordan measure of distortion in points. The value of the Airy/Jordan criterion is calculated from all 11 934 centres of ellipsoidal trapezoids, while the weights are equal to areas of corresponding ellipsoidal trapezoids. The minimum is obtained by Nelder and Mead’s method, as implemented in the fminsearch function of the MATLAB package. Maps of Croatia representing the distribution of distortions are given for polynomial degrees 2 to 6 and 10. Increasing the polynomial degree results in better projections considering the criterion, and the 6th degree polynomial provides a good ratio of formula complexity and criterion value.

Numerical algorithms for uniform Airy-type asymptotic expansions

NARCIS (Netherlands)

N.M. Temme (Nico)

1997-01-01

textabstractAiry-type asymptotic representations of a class of special functions are considered from a numerical point of view. It is well known that the evaluation of the coefficients of the asymptotic series near the transition point is a difficult problem. We discuss two methods for computing

Tables of generalized Airy functions for the asymptotic solution of the differential equation

CERN Document Server

Nosova, L N

1965-01-01

Tables of Generalized Airy Functions for the Asymptotic Solution of the Differential Equations contains tables of the special functions, namely, the generalized Airy functions, and their first derivatives, for real and pure imaginary values. The tables are useful for calculations on toroidal shells, laminae, rode, and for the solution of certain other problems of mathematical physics. The values of the functions were computed on the ""Strela"" highspeed electronic computer.This book will be of great value to mathematicians, researchers, and students.

Autobiography of Sir George Biddell Airy

Science.gov (United States)

Airy, George Biddell; Airy, Wilfred

2010-06-01

Preface; 1. Personal sketch of George Biddell Airy; 2. From his birth to his taking his B.A. degree; 3. At Trinity College, Cambridge; 4. At Cambridge Observatory; 5. At Greenwich Observatory, 1836-1846; 6. At Greenwich Observatory, 1846-1856; 7. At Greenwich Observatory, 1856-1866; 8. At Greenwich Observatory, 1866-1876; 9. At Greenwich Observatory to his resignation in 1881; 10. At the White House, Greewich, to his death; Appendix: List of printed papers; Index.

Local kinetic-energy density of the Airy gas

DEFF Research Database (Denmark)

Vitos, Levente; Johansson, B.; Kollár, J.

2000-01-01

The Airy gas model is used to derive an expression for the local kinetic energy in the linear potential approximation. The expression contains an explicit Laplacian term 2/5((h) over bar(2)/2m)del(mu)(2)(r) that, according to jellium surface calculations, must be a universal feature of any accura...

Shaping symmetric Airy beam through binary amplitude modulation for ultralong needle focus

Energy Technology Data Exchange (ETDEWEB)

Fang, Zhao-Xiang; Gong, Lei [Department of Optics and Optical Engineering, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei 230026 (China); Ren, Yu-Xuan, E-mail: yxren@ustc.edu.cn [National Center for Protein Sciences Shanghai, Institute of Biochemistry and Cell Biology, Shanghai Institutes for Biological Sciences, Shanghai 200031 (China); Vaveliuk, Pablo [Centro de Investigaciones Opticas (CONICET La Plata-CIC), Cno. Centenario y 506, P.O. Box 3, 1897 Gonnet, La Plata, Pcia. de Buenos Aires (Argentina); Chen, Yue; Lu, Rong-De, E-mail: lrd@ustc.edu.cn [Physics Experiment Teaching Center, School of Physical Sciences, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei 230026 (China)

2015-11-28

Needle-like electromagnetic field has various advantages for the applications in high-resolution imaging, Raman spectroscopy, as well as long-distance optical transportation. The realization of such field often requires high numerical aperture (NA) objective lens and the transmission masks. We demonstrate an ultralong needle-like focus in the optical range produced with an ordinary lens. This is achieved by focusing a symmetric Airy beam (SAB) generated via binary spectral modulation with a digital micromirror device. Such amplitude modulation technique is able to shape traditional Airy beams, SABs, as well as the dynamic transition modes between the one-dimensional and two-dimensional (2D) symmetric Airy modes. The created 2D SAB was characterized through measurement of the propagating fields with one of the four main lobes blocked by an opaque mask. The 2D SAB was verified to exhibit self-healing property against propagation with the obstructed major lobe reconstructed after a certain distance. We further produced an elongated focal line by concentrating the SAB via lenses with different NAs and achieved an ultralong longitudinal needle focus. The produced long needle focus will be applied in optical, chemical, and biological sciences.

Jan Gehli teose "Linnad inimestele" ilmumine = Publication of an Estonian-language Edition of Jan Gehl's Cities for People / Yoko Alender, Liina Teder, Neeme Lopp

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Alender, Yoko, 1979-

2016-01-01

Taani arhitektist Jan Gehlist ja tema raamatust "Linnad inimestele". Eestikeelse väljaande toimkond: Yoko Alender, Neeme Lopp, Liina Teder, Eneli Rohtla. Maastikuarhitektuuri aastapreemia nominent 2016

Kas noore õpetaja lähtetoetus motiveerib maakooli minema? / Robert Ossipov, Kerstin Kirmjõe, Liina Lüüs...[jt.

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2010-01-01

Küsimusele vastasid TLÜ õpetajakoolituse magistriõppe üliõpilane Robert Ossipov, TÜ üliõpilane Kerstin Kirmjõe, Tartu Mart Reiniku gümnaasiumi sotsiaalpedagoog Liina Lüüs, Tapa gümnaasiumi füüsikaõpetaja Henrik Sova, TÜ üliõpilane Ott Maidre

"Translocal Express" tembutab jälle / Rael Artel, Airi Triisberg

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Artel, Rael, 1980-

2008-01-01

Korraldajad 22. ja 23. II Okupatsioonide Muuseumis toimuvast rahvusvahelisest seminarist "Translocal Express. Jubilee Edition", kus vaatluse all on kaasaegse kunsti ja natsionalismi suhted. Seminari kava. Eesti kunstnikest esineb Flo Kasearu, esitletakse Rael Arteli ja Airi Triisbergi raamatut "Public Preparation - Biennale of Young Artists"

Interpolation between Airy and Poisson statistics for unitary chiral non-Hermitian random matrix ensembles

International Nuclear Information System (INIS)

Akemann, G.; Bender, M.

2010-01-01

We consider a family of chiral non-Hermitian Gaussian random matrices in the unitarily invariant symmetry class. The eigenvalue distribution in this model is expressed in terms of Laguerre polynomials in the complex plane. These are orthogonal with respect to a non-Gaussian weight including a modified Bessel function of the second kind, and we give an elementary proof for this. In the large n limit, the eigenvalue statistics at the spectral edge close to the real axis are described by the same family of kernels interpolating between Airy and Poisson that was recently found by one of the authors for the elliptic Ginibre ensemble. We conclude that this scaling limit is universal, appearing for two different non-Hermitian random matrix ensembles with unitary symmetry. As a second result we give an equivalent form for the interpolating Airy kernel in terms of a single real integral, similar to representations for the asymptotic kernel in the bulk and at the hard edge of the spectrum. This makes its structure as a one-parameter deformation of the Airy kernel more transparent.

Rainbows: Mie computations and the Airy approximation.

Science.gov (United States)

Wang, R T; van de Hulst, H C

1991-01-01

Efficient and accurate computation of the scattered intensity pattern by the Mie formulas is now feasible for size parameters up to x = 50,000 at least, which in visual light means spherical drops with diameters up to 6 mm. We present a method for evaluating the Mie coefficients from the ratios between Riccati-Bessel and Neumann functions of successive order. We probe the applicability of the Airy approximation, which we generalize to rainbows of arbitrary p (number of internal reflections = p - 1), by comparing the Mie and Airy intensity patterns. Millimeter size water drops show a match in all details, including the position and intensity of the supernumerary maxima and the polarization. A fairly good match is still seen for drops of 0.1 mm. A small spread in sizes helps to smooth out irrelevant detail. The dark band between the rainbows is used to test more subtle features. We conclude that this band contains not only externally reflected light (p = 0) but also a sizable contribution f rom the p = 6 and p = 7 rainbows, which shift rapidly with wavelength. The higher the refractive index, the closer both theories agree on the first primary rainbow (p = 2) peak for drop diameters as small as 0.02 mm. This may be useful in supporting experimental work.

Finite element simulation of the compression behaviour of airy breakfast cereals

KAUST Repository

Mamlouk, Hedi; Guessasma, Sofiane

2013-01-01

evaluation using 2D image analysis. Structural information about the airy structure is then determined using X-ray tomography and related 3D image analysis. The numerical part has the ambition of assessing the fragmentation process using a damage

Bourdieu on püüdnud näidata oma teooriate universaalsust... : Bourdieu / Anders Härm, Airi-Alina Allaste

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Härm, Anders, 1977-

2005-01-01

Küsimusele milliste probleemidega tegelemisel Eestis võiks abi olla Pierre Bourdieu' teooriatest vastavad teiste hulgas Airi-Alina Allaste ja Anders Härm. Airi-Alina Allaste toob näiteks kunstisotsioloogia. Anders Härm P. Bourdieu teooriate kasutamisvõimalustest kunstiteaduses. B. Bourdieu teooriate rakendamise näiteks toob ta Johannes Saare ja Epp Lankotsa

Evaluation of the AIRIS Standoff Hyperspectral Imaging System

Science.gov (United States)

2011-01-01

desorption gas chromatography ( TD -GC). 13 4.4 Sensor Configuration For these measurements the AIRIS sensor was mounted on a lab bench opposite the fume...I J. ^4 5 . . ? J? s - » - ? ] g > > 1 ; j ’.’ S •; u] | 1 z | r 2 .• ^ z i ^ ^ ^’ i £ ^ | | i i 2 | Z I i i £ J: • in 1/1 c & <£• •: llJ 15 10

Airy asymptotics: the logarithmic derivative and its reciprocal

International Nuclear Information System (INIS)

Kearney, Michael J; Martin, Richard J

2009-01-01

We consider the asymptotic expansion of the logarithmic derivative of the Airy function Ai'(z)/Ai(z), and also its reciprocal Ai(z)/Ai'(z), as |z| → ∞. We derive simple, closed-form solutions for the coefficients which appear in these expansions, which are of interest since they are encountered in a wide variety of problems. The solutions are presented as Mellin transforms of given functions; this fact, together with the methods employed, suggests further avenues for research.

Analysis of moire figures using interferometric lattices with Airy perfils

International Nuclear Information System (INIS)

Rabal, H.J.; Garavaglia, M.

1979-01-01

Using a Fabry-Perot interferometer and a spectrograph, iluminated with white light, ondulatory spectra are obtained. The componentes are not equidistance among them and the intensity distribution obeys the Airy's law. It is been made preliminar experiments to determinate if the moire figures, generated by the ondulatory spectra interaction, allows to measure displacements, rotations, etc [es

Airy's and Klinkerfues' experiments incompatible with special relativity

International Nuclear Information System (INIS)

Wilczyn'ski, J.

1986-01-01

One Airy's and two Klinkerfues' experiments and their results are analysed in details; the mistakes committed by Klinkerfues in his consideration and derivation are corrected. Each of these results finds no explanation in Einstein's special theory of relativity (STR). The so-called relativistic 'aberrational refraction' in the aberration effect ought to be rejected with further consequences in STR. Each of the experiments confirms the explanation given by classical physics but with the drag co-efficient K equal to k 2 =1-1/n instead of to k=1-1/n 2 (n-the refractive index). And, in agreement with this author's derivation for K=k 2 , the independence of t he starlight aberration of filling really exists only in Airy's telescope and does not exist in Klinkerfues' lunette. Because K not equal to k in the experiments, the method used in the first Klinkerfues experiment is a one to measure the absolute values of both aberration and Earth's speed V at one point of the Earth's orbit. The value of 30 km/s, received in the experiment, finds its explanation in a new model of ether and light. The singularity of the instrument with broken tube is revealed. The deflection effect at reflection of starlight from a moving mirror is confirmed in Klinkerfues' experiments. (author). 58 refs

AiryÕs Greenwich Staff

Science.gov (United States)

Chapman, A.

2012-01-01

One major research development in the history of astronomy, pioneered in particular by the SHA, is a shift from the concern with what the ÔgiantsÕ, such as Galileo or Newton, achieved to an examination of the wider spectrum of astronomical personnel. And one rich field of inquiry here is that body of men, and later of women, who earned their livings as assistant astronomers. It is, in fact, an abundantly documented area, including figures employed in Grand Amateur, university, and civic observatories, though without doubt the richest and longest-running body of data pertaining to what might be called the ÔAstronomersÕ GentlemenÕ comes from the archives of the Royal Observatory, Greenwich, especially for the years 1835 to 1881, when Sir George Biddell Airy was Astronomer Royal.

Dealing with Dependent Uncertainty in Modelling: A Comparative Study Case through the Airy Equation

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

J.-C. Cortés

2013-01-01

Full Text Available The consideration of uncertainty in differential equations leads to the emergent area of random differential equations. Under this approach, inputs become random variables and/or stochastic processes. Often one assumes that inputs are independent, a hypothesis that simplifies the mathematical treatment although it could not be met in applications. In this paper, we analyse, through the Airy equation, the influence of statistical dependence of inputs on the output, computing its expectation and standard deviation by Fröbenius and Polynomial Chaos methods. The results are compared with Monte Carlo sampling. The analysis is conducted by the Airy equation since, as in the deterministic scenario its solutions are highly oscillatory, it is expected that differences will be better highlighted. To illustrate our study, and motivated by the ubiquity of Gaussian random variables in numerous practical problems, we assume that inputs follow a multivariate Gaussian distribution throughout the paper. The application of Fröbenius method to solve Airy equation is based on an extension of the method to the case where inputs are dependent. The numerical results show that the existence of statistical dependence among the inputs and its magnitude entails changes on the variability of the output.

Global rainbow thermometry assessed by Airy and Lorenz-Mie theories and compared with phase Doppler anemometry.

Science.gov (United States)

van Beeck, Jeronimus Petrus Antonius Johannes; Grosges, Thomas; De Giorgi, Maria Grazia

2003-07-01

Global rainbow thermometry (GRT) measures the mean size and temperature of an ensemble of spray droplets. The domain of validity of the Airy theory for this technique is established through comparison with Lorenz-Mie theory. The temperature derivation from the inflection points of the Airy rainbow pattern appears to be independent of the type of spray dispersion. Measurements in a water spray are reported. The mean diameter obtained from the rainbow pattern lies between the arithmetic and the Sauter mean diameters measured by phase Doppler anemometry. The temperature measurement by GRT is shown to be accurate within a few degrees Celsius.

Ühe minuti loengute abil jõuavad väärt teadmised kiiresti ja mugavalt huvilisteni / Airi Ilisson-Cruz ; intervjueerinud Ada Maltseva

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Ilisson-Cruz, Airi, 1980-

2014-01-01

Tallinna Ülikooli loengute sarjast, mille idee autor ja konsultant on Balti Filmi- ja Meediakooli õppejõud Indrek Treufeldt, kaasa löövad Tallinna Ülikooli turundus- ja kommunikatsiooniosakond, produtsent Airi Ilisson-Cruz ja e-õppekeskus, operaatorid-monteerijad Kristjan Madalvee ja Tarmo Lehari. Intervjuu loengusarja produtsendi Airi Ilisson-Cruziga

Noored ei usu oma võimalustesse olulisi otsuseid mõjutada / Airi-Alina Allaste

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Allaste, Airi-Alina, 1967-

2015-01-01

Euroopa Komisjoni rahastatud projektist Myplace, mis keskendus noorte ühiskondlikule, poliitilisele ja kodanikuaktiivsusele 14 riigis. Eestis uuriti 16-24-aastaseid noori Ida-Virumaal ja Tartumaal. Intervjuu Myplace'i projekti Eesti juhi, Tallinna Ülikooli sotsioloogia professori Airi-Alina Allastega

An “Airy gun”: Self-accelerating solutions of the time-dependent Schrödinger equation in vacuum

International Nuclear Information System (INIS)

Mahalov, Alex; Suslov, Sergei K.

2012-01-01

We consider generalizations of the Berry and Balazs nonspreading and accelerating solution of the time-dependent Schrödinger equation in empty space, which has been experimentally demonstrated in paraxial optics. In particular, we show that the original nonspreading wave packet is unstable. An explicit variation of the initial Airy-state evolves into the self-accelerating and self-compressing solution presented here. Quasi-diffraction-free finite energy Airy beams that are more realistic for experimental study are obtained by analytic continuation and their Wigner function is evaluated. Nonlinear generalizations related to second Painlevé transcendents are briefly discussed.

Olev Schults : SAS vajab Estonian Airi rahvusliku lennufirmana / Olev Schults ; interv. Andres Reimer

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Schults, Olev

2008-01-01

Estonian Airi nõukogu esimees vastab küsimustele, kas SAS arendas Läti airBalticut Estonian SAS-i arvel, mis mõte on rahvuslikul lennukompaniil, kui riik ei tohi seda finantseerida, kuidas mõjutab investorite meeleolu SAS-i Eestis tabanud poliitikute kriitika tulv

Quantum anharmonic oscillator: The airy function approach

Energy Technology Data Exchange (ETDEWEB)

Maiz, F., E-mail: fethimaiz@gmail.com [King Khalid University, Faculty of Science, Physics Department, PO Box 9004, Abha 61413, Asseer (Saudi Arabia); University of Cartage, Nabeul Engineering Preparatory Institute, Merazka, 8000 Nabeul (Tunisia); AlFaify, S. [King Khalid University, Faculty of Science, Physics Department, PO Box 9004, Abha 61413, Asseer (Saudi Arabia)

2014-05-15

New and simple numerical method is being reported to solve anharmonic oscillator problems. The method is setup to approach the real potential V(x) of the anharmonic oscillator system as a piecewise linear potential u(x) and to solve the Schrödinger equation of the system using the Airy function. Then, solutions continuity conditions lead to the energy quantification condition, and consequently, the energy eigenvalues. For testing purpose, the method was applied on the sextic and octic oscillators systems. The proposed method is found to be realistic, computationally simple, and having high degrees of accuracy. In addition, it can be applied to any form of potential. The results obtained by the proposed method were seen closely agreeing with results reached by other complicated methods.

Interplay between topological phase and self-acceleration in a vortex symmetric Airy beam.

Science.gov (United States)

Fang, Zhao-Xiang; Chen, Yue; Ren, Yu-Xuan; Gong, Lei; Lu, Rong-De; Zhang, An-Qi; Zhao, Hong-Ze; Wang, Pei

2018-03-19

Photons in an optical vortex usually carry orbital angular momentum, which boosts the application of the micro-rotation of absorbing particles and quantum information encoding. Such photons propagate along a straight line in free space or follow a curved trace once guided by an optical fiber. Teleportation of an optical vortex using a beam with non-diffraction and self-healing is quite challenging. We demonstrate the manipulation of the propagation trace of an optical vortex with a symmetric Airy beam (SAB) and found that the SAB experiences self-rotation with the implementation of a topological phase structure of coaxial vortex. Slight misalignment of the vortex and the SAB enables the guiding of the vortex into one of the self-accelerating channels. Multiple off-axis vortices embedded in SAB are also demonstrated to follow the trajectory of the major lobe for the SAB beam. The Poynting vector for the beams proves the direction of the energy flow corresponding to the intensity distribution. Hence, we anticipate that the proposed vortex symmetric Airy beam (VSAB) will provide new possibilities for optical manipulation and optical communication.

Kuidas tõlkida Kumu-hoonet kunsti keelde ehk kunstiehitus versus kunst = How to translate the Kumu building into the language of art or artistic architecture versus art / Liina Siib

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Siib, Liina

2006-01-01

Kumu näitusekujundaja tähelepanekuid maja ja ekspositsiooni vahelistest seostest. Kumu põhiekspositsioonide kujundajad: Liina Siib (Eesti kunst 18. sajandist kuni 1944. aastani, kuraator Tiina Abel) ning Terje Kallast ja Urmas Luure (Eesti kunst 1945-1991, kuraatorid Eha Komissarov ja Kädi Talvoja)

Tight focusing of radially polarized circular Airy vortex beams

Science.gov (United States)

Chen, Musheng; Huang, Sujuan; Shao, Wei

2017-11-01

Tight focusing properties of radially polarized circular Airy vortex beams (CAVB) are studied numerically. The light field expressions for the focused fields are derived based on vectorial Debye theory. We also study the relationship between focal profiles, such as light intensity distribution, radius of focal spot and focal length, and the parameters of CAVB. Numerical results demonstrate that we can generate a radially polarized CAVB with super-long focal length, super-strong longitudinal intensity or subwavelength focused spot at the focal plane by properly choosing the parameters of incident light and high numerical aperture (NA) lens. These results have potential applications for optical trapping, optical storage and particle acceleration.

"Extraneous government business": the Astronomer Royal as government scientist: George Airy and his work on the commissions of state and other bodies, 1838-1880

Science.gov (United States)

Perkins, Adam

2001-12-01

In the absence of a scientific civil service the governments of Victoria's reign had few public servants to consult when it came to the requirement for specialist scientific and technological advice - and this was at the height of the industrial revolution when the enormous changes wrought were affecting the whole population of Britain. So governments turned to one man of cast-iron probity and unparalleled credentials: George Airy. Though his formal scientific training was in mathematics and astronomy, not the engineering and thermodynamics that the industrial age might have called for, Airy gave of his time and energy to the full. But what were the purposes of the commissions? When did they sit? Who ran the Royal Observatory in Airy's absence? Only recently have the original papers in the RGO Archives been plumbed in any depth and the answers to these questions make an intriguing story.

Chiang Mai transit

DEFF Research Database (Denmark)

Ribeiro, Gustavo; Neitmann, Charlotte

2002-01-01

Urban development of Chang Mai, Thailands second largest city, seen in relation to its tourist based economy.......Urban development of Chang Mai, Thailands second largest city, seen in relation to its tourist based economy....

Simulation of generation and dynamics of polarization singularities with circular Airy beams.

Science.gov (United States)

Ye, Dong; Peng, Xinyu; Zhou, Muchun; Xin, Yu; Song, Minmin

2017-11-01

The generation and dynamics of polarization singularities have been underresearched for years, while the focusing property of the topological configuration has not been explored much. In this paper, we simulated the generation of low-order polarization singularities with a circular Airy beam and explored the focusing property of the synthetic light field during propagation due to the autofocusing of the component. Our work researched the focusing properties of the polarization singularity configuration, which may help to develop its application prospect.

The first-passage area for drifted Brownian motion and the moments of the Airy distribution

International Nuclear Information System (INIS)

Kearney, Michael J; Majumdar, Satya N; Martin, Richard J

2007-01-01

An exact expression for the distribution of the area swept out by a drifted Brownian motion till its first-passage time is derived. A study of the asymptotic behaviour confirms earlier conjectures and clarifies their range of validity. The analysis leads to a simple closed-form solution for the moments of the Airy distribution. (fast track communication)

Three-dimensional ultrashort optical Airy beams in an inhomogeneous medium with carbon nanotubes

Science.gov (United States)

Zhukov, Alexander V.; Bouffanais, Roland; Belonenko, Mikhail B.; Dvuzhilov, Ilya S.

2017-03-01

In this Letter, we consider the problem of the dynamics of propagation of three-dimensional optical pulses (a.k.a. light bullets) with an Airy profile through a heterogeneous environment of carbon nanotubes. We show numerically that such beams exhibit sustained and stable propagation. Moreover, we demonstrate that by varying the density modulation period of the carbon nanotubes one can indirectly control the pulse velocity, which is a particularly valuable feature for the design and manufacturing of novel pulse delay devices.

EKSISTENSI DAN KETUNGGALAN SOLUSI PERSAMAAN GELOMBANG AIRY MENGGUNAKAN PENDEKATAN SEMIGRUP C_0

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

M Kiftiah

2017-03-01

Full Text Available Semigrup  merupakan salah satu metode yang digunakan untuk menunjukkan Masalah Nilai Awal (MNA dari persamaan diferensial di Ruang Hilbert bersifat well posed. MNA dalam abstrak ini disebut Masalah Cauchy Abstrak. Semigrup pada Ruang Hilbert H merupakan keluarga operator linear  pada Ruang Hilbert H yang tertutup terhadap komposisi dan memiliki elemen identitas. Lebih lanjut, jika semigrup mempunyai turunan kanan di  maka turunannya disebut infinitesimal generator. Dalam hal ini, Teorema Lumer Philips memberikan ekivalensi antara infinitesimal generator dengan semigrup. Dalam hal tertentu semigrup dapat diperluas menjadi grup. Teorema Stone memberikan ekuivalensi antara generator dengan grup. Secara teknis, Teorema Lumer Philips mengatakan MNA bersifat well posed jika dan hanya jika infinitesimal generatornya bersifat m-dissipative. Selanjutnya, pendekatan semigrup diaplikasikan pada persamaan Airy.Semigroup  is one method used to show the Initial Value Problems (MNAof differential equations in Hilbert space is well posed. In this research, MNA called Abstract Cauchy Problems. Semigroup is a family of linear operators  on Hilbert Space H which is closed under composition and has an identity element. Furthermore, if semigrup has a right derivative at  then it is called infinitesimal generator. In this case, the Lumer Philips Theorem provides the equivalence between infinitesimal generator and semigroup. In certain cases, semigroup can be expanded into a group. Stone Theorem gives the equivalence between generator and group. Then Lumer Philips Theorem said the MNA is well posed if and only if the infinitesimal generator is m-dissipative. Furthermore, semigroup approach was applied to the Airy equation.

Finite element simulation of the compression behaviour of airy breakfast cereals

KAUST Repository

Mamlouk, Hedi

2013-07-01

In this paper we are concerned by the fragmentation study of five breakfast cereals from the market exhibiting differences in shape, formulation and texture. The experimental part of the study encompasses compression testing and fragment size evaluation using 2D image analysis. Structural information about the airy structure is then determined using X-ray tomography and related 3D image analysis. The numerical part has the ambition of assessing the fragmentation process using a damage-based mechanical model that simulates solid material rupture events as onset and growth of damage up to brittle failure. The model is based on a finite element scheme in which direct information of the 3D airy structure is encoded in the solid meshing. The force-displacement signature well shows competition between bending and compression driven failure depending on cereal shape. Our results show also large dispersion in the porous structure that affects significantly the result of the fragmentation. The numerical model is able to simulate the result of fragmentation at the cost of identifying two mechanical parameters, namely Young\\'s modulus and critical stress. These two quantities are proved to be product dependent and display a large range of variation. Industrial relevance The design of new food product becomes more and more based on functionality criteria. In a typical chewing process the need to understand the deformation mechanisms leading to fragmentation helps in understanding the role of the structure and, in turn, the processing conditions for building new transformed products. There is an increasing industrial demand in that sense especially knowing that some of the cereal products can be designed to meet these criteria for specific populations (old people with dental problems, infant feeding). Our work is, within this context, an attempt to set a numerical and experimental framework for studying the fragmentation of five selected breakfast cereals from the market. �

Computation of the modified Bessel function of the third kind of imaginary orders: uniform Airy-type asymptotic expansion

NARCIS (Netherlands)

A. Gil (Amparo); J. Segura (Javier); N.M. Temme (Nico)

2002-01-01

textabstractThe use of a uniform Airy-type asymptotic expansion for the computation of the modified Bessel functions of the third kind of imaginary orders ($K_{ia}(x)$) near the transition point $x=a$, is discussed. In [2], an algorithm for the evaluation of $K_{ia}(x)$ was presented, which made use

Comparison of electron transmittances and tunneling currents in an anisotropic TiNx/HfO2/SiO2/p-Si(100) metal-oxide-semiconductor (MOS) capacitor calculated using exponential- and Airy-wavefunction approaches and a transfer matrix method

International Nuclear Information System (INIS)

Noor, Fatimah A.; Abdullah, Mikrajuddin; Sukirno; Khairurrijal

2010-01-01

Analytical expressions of electron transmittance and tunneling current in an anisotropic TiN x /HfO 2 /SiO 2 /p-Si(100) metal-oxide-semiconductor (MOS) capacitor were derived by considering the coupling of transverse and longitudinal energies of an electron. Exponential and Airy wavefunctions were utilized to obtain the electron transmittance and the electron tunneling current. A transfer matrix method, as a numerical approach, was used as a benchmark to assess the analytical approaches. It was found that there is a similarity in the transmittances calculated among exponential- and Airy-wavefunction approaches and the TMM at low electron energies. However, for high energies, only the transmittance calculated by using the Airy-wavefunction approach is the same as that evaluated by the TMM. It was also found that only the tunneling currents calculated by using the Airy-wavefunction approach are the same as those obtained under the TMM for all range of oxide voltages. Therefore, a better analytical description for the tunneling phenomenon in the MOS capacitor is given by the Airy-wavefunction approach. Moreover, the tunneling current density decreases as the titanium concentration of the TiN x metal gate increases because the electron effective mass of TiN x decreases with increasing nitrogen concentration. In addition, the mass anisotropy cannot be neglected because the tunneling currents obtained under the isotropic and anisotropic masses are very different. (semiconductor devices)

Mai Suya

African Journals Online (AJOL)

study involving mai suya and workers who are not exposed to wood smoke and oil fumes .... cofounding effect of smoking on respiratory tract and because the two ... suyas who are non smokers was also apparent in the trend analysis as ...

Airy function approach and Numerov method to study the anharmonic oscillator potentials V(x = Ax2α + Bx2

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

N. Al Sdran

2016-06-01

Full Text Available The numerical solutions of the time independent Schrödinger equation of different one-dimensional potentials forms are sometime achieved by the asymptotic iteration method. Its importance appears, for example, on its efficiency to describe vibrational system in quantum mechanics. In this paper, the Airy function approach and the Numerov method have been used and presented to study the oscillator anharmonic potential V(x = Ax2α + Bx2, (A>0, B<0, with (α = 2 for quadratic, (α =3 for sextic and (α =4 for octic anharmonic oscillators. The Airy function approach is based on the replacement of the real potential V(x by a piecewise-linear potential v(x, while, the Numerov method is based on the discretization of the wave function on the x-axis. The first energies levels have been calculated and the wave functions for the sextic system have been evaluated. These specific values are unlimited by the magnitude of A, B and α. It’s found that the obtained results are in good agreement with the previous results obtained by the asymptotic iteration method for α =3.

Ba-bah on tulnud / Liina Jänes

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Jänes, Liina, 1977-

2005-01-01

Eesti noori disainereid-sisearhitekte ühendavast disainiagentuurist Ba-bah, selle eesmärgist. Agentuuri juhib Veiko Jääger. Mais 2005 Disaini- ja Arhitektuurigaleriis toimunud Ba-bahi avanäitusest, kus oli väljas töid EKA sisearhitektuuri, klaasi-, ehte- ja sepakunsti eriala üliõpilastelt ning metallmööbli valmistajalt Kalle Pruudenilt

Pensionid poliitilisest tõmbetuulest välja / Mai Treial

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Treial, Mai, 1952-

2007-01-01

Ilmunud ka: Põhjarannik, 18. mai 2007, lk. 2; Severnoje Poberezhje, 18. mai 2007, lk. 2; Koit, 22. mai 2007, lk. 6; Sakala, 23. mai 2007, lk. 2; Harju Ekspress, 25. mai 2007, lk. 6; Vooremaa, 26. mai 2007, lk. 2; Valgamaalane, 29. mai 2007, lk. 2; Oma Saar, 30. mai 2007, lk. 5; Teataja : Eestimaa Rahvaliidu ajaleht, juuni, nr. 6, 2007, lk. 3. Rahvaliidu ettepanekust riikliku pensionikindlustuse seaduse täiendamise eelnõu kohta: pensioni baasosa osakaalu tuleks suurendada neljal järgmisel aastal

Raamatututvustus

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2007-01-01

2006. a. Tallinnas Eesti Kunstimuuseumilt ilmunud Heini Paasi koostatud album-kataloogist "Amandus Adamson 1855-1929" (kujundaja Tiit Jürna, toimetajad: Mai Levin, Anu Allas). 2007. a. Tallinnas ilmunud näitusekataloogist "Ado Lill" (koostaja ja essee autor Harry Liivrand, kujundaja Tiit Jürna, fotod: Liina Siib, Jaan Künnap, Peeter Sirge, Stanislav Stepashko). Ajakirja kunst.ee (peatoimetaja Heie Treier) 2007. a. numbrist 2, ajakirja Cheese (peatoimetaja Tiit Lepp) 2007. a. numbrist 23.

Airy function approach and Numerov method to study the anharmonic oscillator potentials V(x) = Ax{sup 2α} + Bx{sup 2}

Energy Technology Data Exchange (ETDEWEB)

Al Sdran, N. [King Khalid University, Faculty of Science, Physics Department P.O. Box 9004 Abha (Saudi Arabia); Najran University, Faculty of Sciences and Arts, Najran (Saudi Arabia); Maiz, F., E-mail: fethimaiz@gmail.com [King Khalid University, Faculty of Science, Physics Department P.O. Box 9004 Abha (Saudi Arabia); Thermal Process Laboratory Research and Technologies Centre of Energy, BP 95, 2050 Hammam-lif (Tunisia)

2016-06-15

The numerical solutions of the time independent Schrödinger equation of different one-dimensional potentials forms are sometime achieved by the asymptotic iteration method. Its importance appears, for example, on its efficiency to describe vibrational system in quantum mechanics. In this paper, the Airy function approach and the Numerov method have been used and presented to study the oscillator anharmonic potential V(x) = Ax{sup 2α} + Bx{sup 2}, (A>0, B<0), with (α = 2) for quadratic, (α =3) for sextic and (α =4) for octic anharmonic oscillators. The Airy function approach is based on the replacement of the real potential V(x) by a piecewise-linear potential v(x), while, the Numerov method is based on the discretization of the wave function on the x-axis. The first energies levels have been calculated and the wave functions for the sextic system have been evaluated. These specific values are unlimited by the magnitude of A, B and α. It’s found that the obtained results are in good agreement with the previous results obtained by the asymptotic iteration method for α =3.

Propagation properties of the chirped Airy beams through the gradient-index medium

Science.gov (United States)

Feng, Liyan; Zhang, Jianbin; Pang, Zihao; Wang, Linyi; Zhong, Tianfen; Yang, Xiangbo; Deng, Dongmei

2017-11-01

Through analytical derivation and numerical analysis, the propagation properties of the chirped Airy(CAi) beams in the gradient-index medium are investigated. The intensity and the phase distributions, the propagation trajectory and the Poynting vector of the CAi beams are demonstrated to investigate the propagation properties. Owing to the special and symmetrical refractive index profile of the gradient-index medium, the CAi beams propagate periodically. The effects of the distribution factor and the chirped parameter on the propagation of the CAi beams are analyzed. As the increasing of the distribution factor, the intensity distribution of the CAi beams is more scattering. However, with the chirped parameter increasing, the focusing property of the CAi beams strengthens. The variation of the chirped parameter can change the position of the peak intensity maximum, but it cannot alter the period of the peak intensity. The variations of the initial phase and the energy of the beams in the transverse plane expedite accordingly.

MAI statistics estimation and analysis in a DS-CDMA system

Science.gov (United States)

Alami Hassani, A.; Zouak, M.; Mrabti, M.; Abdi, F.

2018-05-01

A primary limitation of Direct Sequence Code Division Multiple Access DS-CDMA link performance and system capacity is multiple access interference (MAI). To examine the performance of CDMA systems in the presence of MAI, i.e., in a multiuser environment, several works assumed that the interference can be approximated by a Gaussian random variable. In this paper, we first develop a new and simple approach to characterize the MAI in a multiuser system. In addition to statistically quantifying the MAI power, the paper also proposes a statistical model for both variance and mean of the MAI for synchronous and asynchronous CDMA transmission. We show that the MAI probability density function (PDF) is Gaussian for the equal-received-energy case and validate it by computer simulations.

Letramento: uma aprendizagem mais significativa

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Cristiane Carvalho Mendonça Blanco

2012-06-01

Full Text Available Esse artigo expõe a pesquisa realizada sobre Letramento: uma aprendizagem mais significativa teve como questão norteadora as muitas reflexões sobre o que pode ser feito para tornar o processo do contato inicial da criança com o letramento em um momento mais significativo e democrático, de modo que a criança se sinta sujeito de sua aprendizagem. Diante disso, foi observada uma turma de primeiro ano da Escola Municipal de Educação Básica Jardim Paraíso, no Município de Sinop – MT, e a professora regente desta turma, teve como abordagem teórica o estudo de Magda Soares. Por meio de uma entrevista e observações, foi possível conhecer quais os materiais didáticos que são utilizados em sala de aula e como os alunos interagem com este material. O caminho metodológico utilizado foi a pesquisa qualitativa, mais especificamente o Estudo de Caso. Constatou-se que a alfabetização só tem sentido em um contexto de letramento e por meio de atividades de letramento, este, por sua vez, só pode desenvolver-se por meio da aprendizagem do sistema de escrita.Palavras-chave: educação; ensino fundamental; letramento; professora e crianças; pesquisa descritiva; Magda Soares.

Meet Mai-Anh Ha | NREL

Science.gov (United States)

;Typically, at Vietnamese weddings or large gatherings, everyone ballroom dances," she says. Music can days are devoted to science. Sometimes you need a break," Mai-Anh says. The partners complement ." It also highlights their collaborations-which include science research. A Passion for Research

Isolation of Cryptococcus gattii from a Castanopsis argyrophylla tree hollow (Mai-Kaw), Chiang Mai, Thailand

NARCIS (Netherlands)

Khayhan, Kantarawee; Hagen, Ferry; Norkaew, Treepradab; Puengchan, Tanpalang; Boekhout, Teun; Sriburee, Pojana

2017-01-01

The pathogenic yeast Cryptococcus gattii was isolated from a tree hollow of a Castanopsis argyrophylla King ex Hook.f. (Fagaceae) in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Molecular characterization with amplified fragment length polymorphism analysis and multi-locus sequence typing showed that this isolate belonged

Effects of a modulated vortex structure on the diffraction dynamics of ring Airy Gaussian beams.

Science.gov (United States)

Huang, Xianwei; Shi, Xiaohui; Deng, Zhixiang; Bai, Yanfeng; Fu, Xiquan

2017-09-01

The evolution of the ring Airy Gaussian beams with a modulated vortex in free space is numerically investigated. Compared with the unmodulated vortex, the unique property is that the beam spots first break up, and then gather. The evolution of the beams is influenced by the parameters of the vortex modulation, and the splitting phenomenon gets enhanced with multiple rings becoming light spots if the modulation depth increases. The symmetric branch pattern of the beam spots gets changed when the number of phase folds increases, and the initial modulation phase only impacts the angle of the beam spots. Moreover, a large distribution factor correlates to a hollow Gaussian vortex shape and weakens the splitting and gathering trend. By changing the initial parameters of the vortex modulation and the distribution factor, the peak intensity is greatly affected. In addition, the energy flow and the angular momentum are elucidated with the beam evolution features being confirmed.

Predicting the past: ancient eclipses and Airy, Newcomb, and Huxley on the authority of science.

Science.gov (United States)

Stanley, Matthew

2012-06-01

Greek historical accounts of ancient eclipses were an important, if peculiar, focus of scientific attention in the nineteenth century. Victorian-era astronomers tried to correct the classical histories using scientific methods, then used those histories as data with which to calibrate their lunar theories, then rejected the histories as having any relevance at all. The specific dating of these eclipses--apparently a simple exercise in celestial mechanics--became bound up with tensions between scientific and humanistic approaches to the past as well as with wider social debates over the power and authority of science in general. The major figures discussed here, including G. B. Airy, Simon Newcomb, and T. H. Huxley, argued that the critical question was whether science could speak authoritatively about the past. To them, the ability of science to talk about the past indicated its power to talk about the future; it was also the fulcrum of fierce boundary disputes among science, history, and religion.

Model of a tunneling current in a p-n junction based on armchair graphene nanoribbons - an Airy function approach and a transfer matrix method

International Nuclear Information System (INIS)

Suhendi, Endi; Syariati, Rifki; Noor, Fatimah A.; Khairurrijal; Kurniasih, Neny

2014-01-01

We modeled a tunneling current in a p-n junction based on armchair graphene nanoribbons (AGNRs) by using an Airy function approach (AFA) and a transfer matrix method (TMM). We used β-type AGNRs, in which its band gap energy and electron effective mass depends on its width as given by the extended Huckel theory. It was shown that the tunneling currents evaluated by employing the AFA are the same as those obtained under the TMM. Moreover, the calculated tunneling current was proportional to the voltage bias and inversely with temperature

Risk factors affecting injury severity determined by the MAIS score.

Science.gov (United States)

Ferreira, Sara; Amorim, Marco; Couto, Antonio

2017-07-04

Traffic crashes result in a loss of life but also impact the quality of life and productivity of crash survivors. Given the importance of traffic crash outcomes, the issue has received attention from researchers and practitioners as well as government institutions, such as the European Commission (EC). Thus, to obtain detailed information on the injury type and severity of crash victims, hospital data have been proposed for use alongside police crash records. A new injury severity classification based on hospital data, called the maximum abbreviated injury scale (MAIS), was developed and recently adopted by the EC. This study provides an in-depth analysis of the factors that affect injury severity as classified by the MAIS score. In this study, the MAIS score was derived from the International Classification of Diseases. The European Union adopted an MAIS score equal to or greater than 3 as the definition for a serious traffic crash injury. Gains are expected from using both police and hospital data because the injury severities of the victims are detailed by medical staff and the characteristics of the crash and the site of its occurrence are also provided. The data were obtained by linking police and hospital data sets from the Porto metropolitan area of Portugal over a 6-year period (2006-2011). A mixed logit model was used to understand the factors that contribute to the injury severity of traffic victims and to explore the impact of these factors on injury severity. A random parameter approach offers methodological flexibility to capture individual-specific heterogeneity. Additionally, to understand the importance of using a reliable injury severity scale, we compared MAIS with length of hospital stay (LHS), a classification used by several countries, including Portugal, to officially report injury severity. To do so, the same statistical technique was applied using the same variables to analyze their impact on the injury severity classified according to LHS

14. X avati graafikatriennaali noortenäituse [tingimisi olemas][tingimisi olematu] neljas ehk viimane alanäitus Viljandis Kilpkonna galeriis

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2001-01-01

Kuraator Rael Artel. Väljas on Laura Kallasvee "I love labels", Maiu Kurvitsa kontseptuaalne projekt "Odav jutt", Peeter Lauritsa "Paabeli torn" (1991), tundmatu kunstniku tekstiilist käsitöötoode.

Histopathological diagnosis of eyelid tumors in Chiang Mai University Hospital.

Science.gov (United States)

Nithithanaphat, Chanut; Ausayakhun, Sakarin; Wiwatwongwana, Damrong; Mahanupab, Pongsak

2014-10-01

To report the histopathological diagnosis ofeyelid tumors and to study the prevalence of eyelid tumors in Chiang Mai University Hospital Chiang Mai, Thailand. A retrospective review of medical and pathological records ofpatients diagnosed as eyelid tumor that underwent histopathological biopsy between January 2007 and December 2013 in Chiang Mai University Hospital was done. Three hundred sixteen cases of eyelid tumors were reviewed. The mean age at diagnosis was 54.2 +/- 19.6 years (range 1 month-99 years), women were 59.5% (n = 188) and men 40.5% (n = 128). The tumor sites were left lower eyelid (27.5%), right upper eyelid (24.4%), right lower eyelid (21.2%), and left upper eyelid (18.7%). There were 204 (64.6%) benign tumors and 112 (35.4%) malignant tumors. Nevi were the most common in benign group (16.4%) and basal cell carcinoma was the most common eyelid malignancy (18.0%). The most common histopathological diagnosis for benign eyelid tumor was nevus, while the most common malignant eyelid tumor was basal cell carcinoma at Chiang Mai University Hospital.

A Dynamic Simulation Model of the Management Accounting Information Systems (MAIS)

Science.gov (United States)

Konstantopoulos, Nikolaos; Bekiaris, Michail G.; Zounta, Stella

2007-12-01

The aim of this paper is to examine the factors which determine the problems and the advantages on the design of management accounting information systems (MAIS). A simulation is carried out with a dynamic model of the MAIS design.

Auditorijas attieksme pret AS "Latvenergo" zīmola maiņu

OpenAIRE

Jemeļjanova, Kristīne

2009-01-01

Darba tēma ir „Auditorijas attieksme pret AS „Latvenergo” zīmola maiņu”, kura mērķis ir noskaidrot: vai auditorija ir pamanījusi Latvenergo zīmola maiņu, tādā veidā uzzinot, vai komunikācija ir bijusi sekmīga un kāda ir tās attieksme pret pārradīto zīmolu Darbā ir aplūkota teorija par zīmolu, zīmola maiņas stratēģiju, komunikāciju zīmola maiņas gadījumā un mērķauditoriju. Darba pētījums tiek veikts ar divu pētniecību metožu palīdzību – interviju un aptauju. Ir izvirzīta darba hipotēze,...

Quais os suplementos alimentares mais utilizados?

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Alex Bisotto Ferreira

2016-07-01

Full Text Available O consumo de suplementos alimentares tem sido muito utilizado e difundido por praticantes de atividade física, em especial a musculação por pessoas com objetivos de melhora em desempenho, redução de gordura corporal, aumento de massa muscular entre outros. Esta pesquisa tem como objetivo revisar sobre quais os suplementos alimentares são utilizados na atualidade, e destacar o mais utilizado. A fonte dos dados é uma pesquisa bibliográfica realizada em média dos últimos 15 anos, foram examinados 232 estudos, sendo selecionados 48. Os suplementos alimentares discutidos nesse artigo foram: Carboidratos, vitaminas e minerais, l-carnitina, creatina, proteínas e aminoácidos. O principal motivo para a utilização de suplementos foi o aumento de massa muscular, predominantemente indicado por professores, instrutores e treinadores, apesar da grande variedade, os suplementos mais utilizados são as proteínas e aminoácidos, e, na maioria dos casos com o intuito de aumentar a massa muscular e melhorar sua recuperação.

Isolation of Cryptococcus gattii from a Castanopsis argyrophylla tree hollow (Mai-Kaw), Chiang Mai, Thailand.

Science.gov (United States)

Khayhan, Kantarawee; Hagen, Ferry; Norkaew, Treepradab; Puengchan, Tanpalang; Boekhout, Teun; Sriburee, Pojana

2017-04-01

The pathogenic yeast Cryptococcus gattii was isolated from a tree hollow of a Castanopsis argyrophylla King ex Hook.f. (Fagaceae) in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Molecular characterization with amplified fragment length polymorphism analysis and multi-locus sequence typing showed that this isolate belonged to genotype AFLP4/VGI representing C. gattii sensu stricto. Subsequent comparison of the environmental isolate with those from clinical samples from Thailand showed that they grouped closely together in a single cluster.

Yoga OÜ - kas suur mull või paljulubav väikefirma? / Raigo Neudorf

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Neudorf, Raigo

2008-01-01

Iseõppiva intelligentse hoonesüsteemi arendamise ja väljatöötamisega tegeleva firma Yoga OÜ arengut ja kavatsusi maailmaturul tutvustavad ettevõtjad Priit Vimberg ja Raivo Raestik. Vt. samas: Investorite otsinguil; Revolutsiooniline toode

Fotofestivalid Poolas : Krakov ja Lódź, mai 2009 / Marge Monko

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Monko, Marge, 1976-

2009-01-01

Krakovi fotokuu (5.-31. mai) ja Lódźi fotofestivali (7.-31. mai) näitustest. Juudi päritolu fotograafi Weegee (sünd. 1899) näitusest, sakslase Bettina Flitneri seeriast "Boatpeople", Martin Kollari projektist "Twelve stars", Elodie Pong'i videost "I am a bomb", John Goto seeriast "John Goto's New World of Circus", Andrej Balco portreeseeriast "Doméstikas", Péter Pukluse tööst "Intimacy - no title", leeduka Petras Saulenase tööst "L'herbe est l'herbe mais ce n'est pas l'herbe", Ungari kunstnike näitusest "The Sunny Side", Oliver Kerni näitusest "The Glass Key"

Eesti foto Londonis teeb meist "kuuma" riigi / Maris Lillak, Ann Alari

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Lillak, Maris, 1970-

2004-01-01

Westminsteri parlamendihoones eesti fotonäitus "Similar Spaces" (Sarnased kohad - värsked fotod Eestist). Eksponeeritud Ly Lestbergi, Tarvo Hanno Varrese, Mare Tralla, Mark Raidpere, Raoul Kurvitza, Liina Siibi tööd. Kuraator Liina Siib

Collaboration between Chiang Mai and Aarhus Universities

DEFF Research Database (Denmark)

Balslev, Henrik; Trisonthi, Chusie; Srithi, Kamonnate

2011-01-01

Thai-Danish botanical research collaboration started over 100 years ago with Schmidts work on the flora of Koh Chang. In the 1950es the collaboration was fortalized with the initiation of the Flora of Thailand project. The collaboration was for many years centered in the Royal Forest Department i...... projects involving ethnobotanical studies are still under way. The funding for these projects has come from the Royal Golden Jubilee Program, Chiang Mai University and Thai Government stipends, and from Aarhus University........ in Bangkok and involved a large amount of collaborative fieldwork, graduate and post-graduate training, and publication. Over the years the collaboration has been extended to several other institutions and universities. Recent activities of Aarhus University have involved joint graduate training with Chiang...... Mai University, which is the subject of this presentation. Three graduate students have completed their doctoral training with research projects covering botany of ethnic groups in Thailand, taxonomic and ecological studies of Thai Nymphaeaceae, and ecophysiological studies of aquatic plants. Two...

Oluline mälestis Narva bastion laguneb üha kiiremas tempos / Dannar Leitmaa

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Leitmaa, Dannar, 1982-

2011-01-01

Narva laguneva bastioni pärast kultuuriministeeriumi saabunud Narva linnapea Tarmo Tammiste, linnaarhitekti Peeter Tambu ja Narva Muuseumi direktori Andres Toode kirjast. Ministeeriumi kantsleri Anton Pärna sõnul ei ole riigil praegu võimalust Narva bastioni taastamist rahastada

In-vivo visualisation of the anatomical structures related to the acupuncture points Dai mai and Shen mai by MRI: A single-case pilot study

International Nuclear Information System (INIS)

Moncayo, Roy; Rudisch, Ansgar; Diemling, Markus; Kremser, Christian

2007-01-01

The concept of acupuncture point localisation in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is based on millenary practical experience. Modern imaging methods such as PET, MRI and SPECT have been used primary for the investigation of the mechanisms of action of acupuncture. In this pilot single-case study we have evaluated the technical possibilities for in-vivo imaging of the anatomical relations of acupuncture points using state of the art MRI. Preliminary experiments relating to the quality of acupuncture needles under the setting of MRI were done both with stainless steel and gold needles. In a second step, in-vivo imaging was carried out. A licensed acupuncture practitioner (RM) chose two points belonging to the so-called extraordinary vessels. In 2 sequential, separate procedures, he inserted himself gold acupuncture needles using a neutral technique (known as Ping Bu Ping Xie) into the Dai mai and Shen mai points, i.e. gall bladder 26 and bladder 62. Imaging was done on a Siemens Magnetom Avanto MR scanner using a head array and body coil. Mainly T1-weighted imaging sequences, as routinely used for patient exams, were used to obtain multi-slice images. In the preliminary experiments only acupuncture needles made of gold showed enough stability in order to be used for further imaging procedures. Using an onion and a banana as an object, further studies showed that the gold needles produced a void defect that corresponds to the tip of the inserted needle, while at the same time an artefactually increased diameter was observed. The in-vivo experiments showed that the Dai mai point was in relation to the abdominal internal oblique muscle. The Shen mai point artefact showed up close to the longus and brevis peroneal tendons at the fibular malleolus. Side effects related to heating or burning were not observed. Improved anatomical recognition was obtained using 3D-volume rendering techniques. Through an adequate choice of acupuncture material (gold needles) as well as of

Seitse maailma parimat valitud / Nina Due ; interv. Urve Eslas

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Due, Nina

2008-01-01

Londoni disainimuuseumi korraldatud maailma parima disainiobjekti võistlusest. Eestit esindas Fahle maja (KOKO Arhitektid). Loetletud võitjad seitsmes kategoorias: arhitektuur, graafika, transport, toode, mood, mööbel, interaktiivne. Näitus 2007. aasta sajast paremast disainiobjektist Londoni disainimuuseumis. 13 ill

IT-firmad pääsevad pooleks aastaks Silicon Valleysse / Holger Roonemaa

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Roonemaa, Holger

2010-01-01

Tehnopol ja EAS toetavad nn. start-up-firmade saatmist pooleks aastaks USA-sse Silicon Valleysse kogemusi omandama, programm on mõeldud eelkõige neile ettevõtetele, kel on oma toode või teenus valmis ja kes soovivad sellega maailmaturule minna

Fresh market to supermarket: nutrition transition insights from Chiang Mai, Thailand.

Science.gov (United States)

Isaacs, Bronwyn Alison; Dixon, Jane; Banwell, Cathy

2010-06-01

A preliminary investigation into different eating patterns among Thai consumers who shop at fresh markets as opposed to supermarkets in Chiang Mai. A short questionnaire adopted from a previous study was administered to the forty-four participants, who comprised supermarket users, fresh market users and people who consistently shopped at both supermarkets and fresh markets. Participants were recruited within four fresh markets and two food courts attached to supermarkets in Chiang Mai. Chiang Mai residents who agreed to participate in the study. Equal numbers were regular fresh market and supermarket users. Initial results suggest an association between shopping at supermarkets and attributing bread with culinary value. Supermarkets may be potentially significant players in the 'nutrition transition', providing Thais more convenient shopping at some cost to their healthy food choices.

Saksa ajaleht : Narvast saab vahest uue Euroopa inetuim linn / Sirle Sommer-Kalda

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Sommer-Kalda, Sirle, 1974-

2003-01-01

Ilmunud ka: Severnoje Poberezhje 12. nov. lk. 1, Postimees 13. nov. lk. 5 (lüh.). Hamburgi ajalehes Hamburger Abendblatt ilmunud artiklist Narva linna kohta. Narva linnavolikogu esimehe Mihhail Stalnuhhini, linnasekretär Ants Liimetsa, sihtasutuse Pro Narva juhataja Andres Toode arvamus artiklist

The Influence of Independent and Intervening Variables on Adoption ...

African Journals Online (AJOL)

that each investigated intervening variable has influence on adoption of ... testing of the model in different social cultural settings and crops to see its ...... Mexico. Crook, T. R., Tood, S.Y., Combs, J. G., Woehr,. D. J. and Ketchen, D. J. (2011).

Sensible branding / Martin Lindström ; interv. Alina Lisina

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Lindström, Martin

2006-01-01

Autori juhitud ühe tähtsaima tootearendusalase uurimuse järelduseks on, et tootearenduses on oluline kasutada kõiki viit meelt. See tähendab, et hea toode eristub teistest nii lõhna, heli, välimuse, maitse kui ka kombatavuse poolest

Optical force and torque on a dielectric Rayleigh particle by a circular Airy vortex beam

Science.gov (United States)

Chen, Musheng; Huang, Sujuan; Shao, Wei; Liu, Xianpeng

2018-03-01

Optical force and torque exerted on the Rayleigh particles by tightly focused circularly polarized circular Airy vortex beams (CAVB) in the far field are studied in this paper. The relation between parameters of circularly polarized CAVB and the trapping properties is numerically analyzed based on Rayleigh models and the Debye diffraction theory. The results show that both the high refractive index and low refractive index particles can be fully stably trapped in three dimensions by circularly polarized CAVB. The parameters of circularly polarized CAVB greatly affect the optical force. The longitudinal and transverse gradient force increase with the increase of decay factor and scaling factor, and decrease with the increase of the radius of the first primary ring and topological charges. The positions of the longitudinal stable equilibrium move toward the high numerical aperture lens when the scaling factor and the radius of the primary ring increase. The trapping range is broadened with the decrease of scaling factor. The optical orbital torque (OOT) of circularly polarized CAVB has circular symmetry and remains positive or negative. With the increase of topological charges, the peak value of OOT first increases and then decreases after reaches a maximum. These results are useful for optical trapping, optical levitation and particle acceleration.

Paraxial propagation of the first-order chirped Airy vortex beams in a chiral medium.

Science.gov (United States)

Xie, Jintao; Zhang, Jianbin; Ye, Junran; Liu, Haowei; Liang, Zhuoying; Long, Shangjie; Zhou, Kangzhu; Deng, Dongmei

2018-03-05

We introduce the propagation of the first-order chirped Airy vortex beams (FCAiV) in a chiral medium analytically. Results show that the FCAiV beams split into the left circularly polarized vortex (LCPV) beams and the right circularly polarized vortex (RCPV) beams, which have totally different propagation trajectories in the chiral medium. In this paper, we investigate the effects of the first-order chirped parameter β, the chiral parameter γ and the optical vortex on the propagation process of the FCAiV beams. It is shown that the propagation trajectory of the FCAiV beams declines with the chirped parameter increasing. Besides, the increase of the chiral parameter acting on the LCPV beams makes the relative position between the main lobe and the optical vortex further while the effect on the RCPV beams is the opposite. Furthermore, the relative position between the main lobe and the optical vortex contributes to the position of the intensity focusing. Meanwhile, with the chiral parameter increasing, the maximum gradient and scattering forces of the LCPV beams decrease but those of the RCPV beams will increase during the propagation. It is significant that we can control the propagation trajectory, the intensity focusing position and the radiation forces of the FCAiV beams by varying the chirped parameter and the chiral parameter.

MAI-free performance of PMU-OFDM transceiver in time-variant environment

Science.gov (United States)

Tadjpour, Layla; Tsai, Shang-Ho; Kuo, C.-C. J.

2005-06-01

An approximately multi-user OFDM transceiver was introduced to reduce the multi-access interference (MAI ) due to the carrier frequency offset (CFO) to a negligible amount via precoding by Tsai, Lin and Kuo. In this work, we investigate the performance of this precoded multi-user (PMU) OFDM system in a time-variant channel environment. We analyze and compare the MAI effect caused by time-variant channels in the PMU-OFDM and the OFDMA systems. Generally speaking, the MAI effect consists of two parts. The first part is due to the loss of orthogonality among subchannels for all users while the second part is due to the CFO effect caused by the Doppler shift. Simulation results show that, although OFDMA outperforms the PMU-OFDM transceiver in a fast time-variant environment without CFO, PMU-OFDM outperforms OFDMA in a slow time-variant channel via the use of M/2 symmetric or anti-symmetric codewords of M Hadamard-Walsh codes.

Effects of Tang Mai Kang Capsule on Angioneurotic Lesions in Alloxan-Induced Diabetic Mice

Institute of Scientific and Technical Information of China (English)

李华; 王军; 高丽君; 郭永成

2004-01-01

The effects of Tang Mai Kang Capsule (糖脉康胶囊) on blood sugar level, gangrene of the tail-tip, pain threshold and learning and memory abilities were investigated in alloxan-induced diabetic mice. The results showed that Tang Mai Kang Capsule could significantly decrease blood sugar level and incidence rate of gangrene of the tail-tip, increase pain threshold, and strengthen learning and memory abilities, suggesting that Tang Mai Kang Capsule functions to decrease blood sugar level and improve the complicated angioneurotic lesions of diabetes.

Leaf Beetles (Coleoptera ; Chrysomelidae) in the Campus and Agricultural Research Stations of Chiang Mai University, Thailand

OpenAIRE

Umemura, S; Tayutivutukul, J; Nakamura, H

2005-01-01

Qualitative surveys of leaf beetles were conducted at 5 survey sites (Chiang Mai University, Mae Hia Staion, Chang Kien Station, Nong Hoi Station, Suburb of Chiang Mai City) in Chiang Mai, Thailand using sweeping and beating methods from October 19th to October 30th, 2003. A total of 24 species of 8 subfamilies was collected from five survey sites ; 11 species, 3 species, 2 species, 11 species, 4 species from Chiang Mai University, Mae Hia Station, Chang Kien Station, Nong Hoi Station, Suburb...

Ee-ees-ti rek-laam-film!!! / Maria Mang

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Mang, Maria

2008-01-01

Eesti Ajaloomuuseumi näituse "Raha paneb rattad käima. Eesti Reklaamfilm 40" kuraator räägib ERF-ist ehk 1967. aastal käima lükatud asutusest Eesti Reklaamfilm. Lisaks "Reklaamiklubi", "Läänelik vorm, sostsialistlik sisu" ja "Reklaam - toode, mida tarbiti"

The 90deg excitation function for elastic 12C+12C scattering. The importance of Airy elephants

International Nuclear Information System (INIS)

McVoy, K.W.; Brandan, M.E.

1992-01-01

The 90deg excitation function for elastic 12 C+ 12 C scattering, at laboratory energies between the Coulomb barrier and 130 MeV, exhibits a complex structure of peaks and valleys whose nature has remained an unsolved mystery for more than 20 years. The problem has primarily been caused by the difficulty of choosing from a plethora of discretely ambiguous optical potentials. However, data accumulated above 150 MeV over the last decade have determined unique potentials at these higher energies, and the requirement of continuity downward in energy has recently permitted the determination of a unique set of potentials for angular distributions at energies below 130 MeV, where the excitation-function data exist. These new potentials are used to provide a mean-field (i.e., nonresonant) interpretation of the structure in the 12 C+ 12 C 90deg excitation function between 70 and 130 MeV. Its most prominent minima are found to be Airy minima from nuclear rainbows, with the remaining structure arising primarily from more elementary optical phenomena related to Fraunhofer diffraction. These same potentials are also successful in explaining the details of excitation functions measured very recently at other angles by Morsad. (orig.)

Carbon Monoxide Emission and Concentration Models for Chiang Mai Urban Area

Institute of Scientific and Technical Information of China (English)

无

2006-01-01

An emission inventory containing emissions from traffic and other sources was complied. Based on the analysis, Carbon Monoxide (CO) emissions from traffic play a very important role in CO levels in Chiang Mai area. Analysis showed that CO emissions from traffic during rush hours contributed approximately 90% of total CO emissions. Regional Atmospheric Modeling System (RAMS) was applied to simulate wind fields and temperatures in the Chiang Mai area, and eight cases were selected to study annual variations in wind fields and temperatures. Model results can reflect major features of wind fields and diurnal variations in temperatures. For evaluating the model performance, model results were compared with observed wind speed, wind direction and temperature, which were monitored at a meteorological tower. Comparison showed that model results are in good agreement with observations, and the model captured many of the observed features. HYbrid Particle And Concentration Transport model (HYPACT) was used to simulate CO concentration in the Chiang Mai area. Model results generally agree well with observed CO concentrations at the air quality monitoring stations, and can explain observed CO diurnal variations.

IV rahvusvaheline turismikonverents "Ma armastan Eestimaad!"

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2009-01-01

25. septembril Meriton Conference&Spa Hotellis toimunud turismikonverentsist Lühiülevaade Juhan Partsi, Maria Alajõe, Paul Flattersi, Gerald Broddelezi, Raul Rebase, Raivo Vare, Birgit Prikki, Mikko Fritze, Andres Toode, Merle Adamsi ja Helen Mahmastoli ettekannetest, konverentsi moderaator oli Eesti Kaubandus- ja Tööstuskoja peadirektor Siim Raie

Preemia Marko Laimrele / Mare Pedanik

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Pedanik, Mare, 1962-

1999-01-01

XXIII rahvusvaheline graafikabiennaal Ljubljanas 19. VI-30. IX. Eesti kuraator Eha Komissarov, kujundaja Liina Siib. Elutöö preemia ئ Lojze Spacal, grand prix ئ Richard Hamilton, peaauhind ئ Sang-Gon Chung, üks kolmest hõbemedalist ئ Marko Laimre installatsioon "Verelilled" (digitaaltrükk, segatehnika, 1999). Andres Tali, Liina Siibi, Marko Mäetamme väljapanekust

Comunicação como Ciência Social (e mais

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Craig Calhoun

Full Text Available A Comunicação é o campo mais importante para o estudo de muitas dimensões-chave de mudanças sociais. Esta é a premissa básica deste texto apresentado na conferência de abertura do congresso anual da International Communication Association, em 2011. Ele traz reflexões sobre uma série de questões de identidade, metodologias, fronteiras e caminhos para os estudos e práticas no campo. Fazendo um paralelo com outras disciplinas que passaram pelo mesmo processo, a conclusão é que o campo da Comunicação precisa mais preservar a riqueza de sua interdisciplinaridade do que buscar respostas em uma aparente e, às vezes, falsa autonomia científica.

Increasing incidence of hip fracture in Chiang Mai, Thailand.

Science.gov (United States)

Wongtriratanachai, Prasit; Luevitoonvechkij, Sirichai; Songpatanasilp, Thawee; Sribunditkul, Siripoj; Leerapun, Taninnit; Phadungkiat, Sompant; Rojanasthien, Sattaya

2013-01-01

Hip fracture is a major health problem in Thailand. This study attempted to examine the incidence, related factors, and trends of hip fracture in Chiang Mai, Thailand. All hip fracture data among patients aged 50 yr or older were collected from hospitals in Chiang Mai, Thailand from August 1, 2006 to July 3, 2007. Data from the 1997 Chiang Mai hip fracture study were used for comparison. In the study period, 690 hip fractures were reported: 203 males and 487 females (male to female ratio was 1 to 2.4), with a mean age of 76.7 yr. The estimated cumulative incidence was 181.0 per 100,000, and the adjusted incidence was 253.3 (males: 135.9; females: 367.9). A simple fall was the most common mechanism (79%) of fracture, and 80% of the hip fractures occurred in patients aged 70 yr or older. The highest incidence of hip fracture was observed in patients older than 85 yr (1239). At 6 mo postfracture, most patients (61%) used a walking aid. Compared with the 1997 data, hip fracture incidence had increased by an average of 2% per yr, and the incidence of hip fracture had increased significantly from August 1, 2006 to July 31, 2007, especially in patients older than 75 yr. In patients older than 84 yr, the incidence increased by a factor of 2. Urgent strategies for the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis, and hence hip fracture, are needed. Copyright © 2013 The International Society for Clinical Densitometry. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.

Associations between damage location and five main body region injuries of MAIS 3-6 injured occupants.

Science.gov (United States)

Tang, Youming; Cao, Libo; Kan, Steven

2014-05-08

To examine the damage location distribution of five main body region injuries of maximum abbreviated injury score (MAIS) 3-6 injured occupants for nearside struck vehicle in front-to-side impact crashes. MAIS 3-6 injured occupants information was extracted from the US-National Automotive Sampling System/Crashworthiness Data System in the year 2007; it included the head/face/neck, chest, pelvis, upper extremity and lower extremity. Struck vehicle collision damage was classified in a three-dimensional system according to the J224 Collision Deformation Classification of SAE Surface Vehicle Standard. Nearside occupants seated directly adjacent to the struck side of the vehicle with MAIS 3-6 injured, in light truck vehicles-passenger cars (LTV-PC) side impact crashes. Distribution of MAIS 3-6 injured occupants by body regions and specific location of damage (lateral direction, horizontal direction and vertical direction) were examined. Injury risk ratio was also assessed. The lateral crush zone contributed to MAIS 3-6 injured occupants (n=705) and 50th centile injury risks when extended into zone 3. When the crush extended to zone 4, the injury risk ratio of MAIS 3-6 injured occupants approached 81%. The horizontal crush zones contributing to the highest injury risk ratio of MAIS 3-6 occupants were zones 'D' and 'Y', and the injury risk ratios were 25.4% and 36.9%, respectively. In contrast, the lowest injury risk ratio was 5.67% caused by zone 'B'. The vertical crush zone which contributed to the highest injury risk ratio of MAIS 3-6 occupants was zone 'E', whose injury risk ratio was 58%. In contrast, the lowest injury risk ratio was 0.14% caused by zone 'G+M'. The highest injury risk ratio of MAIS 3-6 injured occupants caused by crush intrusion between 40 and 60 cm in LTV-PC nearside impact collisions and the damage region of the struck vehicle was in the zones 'E' and 'Y'.

MAI: the institute is dedicated for long-term operating of nuclear power plants

International Nuclear Information System (INIS)

2016-01-01

The MAI (Materials Ageing Institute) was founded in 2008 by the most important nuclear power plant operators in the world with the aim of sharing resources and expertise for proving that nuclear power plant service life can be extended without jeopardizing safety. Most of MAI's work has focused on the ageing of stainless steels, alloys, polymers and concretes that are used in light water cooled reactors. (A.C.)

Nokia hakkab väsima / Heikki Kirotar

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Kirotar, Heikki

2005-01-01

Nokia mobiiltelefonide müük kasvas ka III kvartalis, kuid maailma ulatuses oli see vaid 1%. Aasta jooksul on mobiiltelefonide müük kasvanud 25%, eelkõige on kasvanud Motorola mobiiltelefonide müük. Keerulisemate ja kallimate telefonide turu liider on aga Nokia. Lisa: Sony-Ericssoni uus toode on Walkman-muusikatelefon

Filmiinimesed sõjaretkel, Aadu Krevald ja metsikud räpparid : Valitud palu dokumentaalfilmide sarjast "Eesti lood" II / Olev Remsu

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Remsu, Olev, 1947-

2009-01-01

ETVs näidatud dokumentaalfilmidest sarjas "Eesti lood II" - Mart Arjukese film Ilmar Raagi osalemisest Erna retkel "Sõjamäng" (esilinastus kinos Sõprus 9. XI 2008), Igor Kurve film sporditeadlasest Aadu Krevaldist "Teaduspõhine toode" (eetris 14. I 2009), Mihkel Ulgi film räpparitest "MC Battle - sõnasõjad" (eetris 8. X 2008)

Programa Mais Educação: impactos e perspectivas nas escolas do campo

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Cláudia da Mota Darós Parente

2017-08-01

Full Text Available This study aims to analyze the impacts of the “Mais Educação” Program in Brazilian countryside schools, with reflections on the limits and possibilities of the program and full-time education. Information was collected through electronic questionnaires sent to public schools participating in the “Mais Educação” Program. The research considered different aspects: expanding the school day; record of full-time enrollments in the school census; provision of human, educational and financial resources; changes in available spaces; provision of educational, cultural, artistic and sports activities; improvement in the communication process with the community; providing continuing education; changes in the political-pedagogical project and the school curriculum; changes in student behavior; improvement in school performance; improvement in the quality of school meals; development of partnerships; use of other available spaces. Through a quantitative and qualitative analysis, we identified significant impacts of the program in the countryside schools, especially with regard to the expansion of educational opportunities. However, the achieved benefits occur among the historical problems present in the countryside schools that were not overcome by virtue of the “Mais Educação” Program format and depend on the consideration of local governments (states, municipalities and Federal District. It presents reflections on the limits and possibilities of the “Mais Educação” Program and full-time education in the Brazilian countryside schools. O presente trabalho tem como objetivo analisar os impactos do Programa Mais Educação nas escolas do campo brasileiras, apresentando reflexões sobre limites e possibilidades do programa e da educação em tempo integral. Os dados foram coletados por meio de questionários eletrônicos enviados às escolas públicas participantes do Programa Mais Educação. A pesquisa considerou diferentes aspectos

Associations between damage location and five main body region injuries of MAIS 3–6 injured occupants

Science.gov (United States)

Tang, Youming; Cao, Libo; Kan, Steven

2014-01-01

Objectives To examine the damage location distribution of five main body region injuries of maximum abbreviated injury score (MAIS) 3–6 injured occupants for nearside struck vehicle in front-to-side impact crashes. Design and setting MAIS 3–6 injured occupants information was extracted from the US-National Automotive Sampling System/Crashworthiness Data System in the year 2007; it included the head/face/neck, chest, pelvis, upper extremity and lower extremity. Struck vehicle collision damage was classified in a three-dimensional system according to the J224 Collision Deformation Classification of SAE Surface Vehicle Standard. Participants Nearside occupants seated directly adjacent to the struck side of the vehicle with MAIS 3–6 injured, in light truck vehicles–passenger cars (LTV–PC) side impact crashes. Outcome measures Distribution of MAIS 3–6 injured occupants by body regions and specific location of damage (lateral direction, horizontal direction and vertical direction) were examined. Injury risk ratio was also assessed. Results The lateral crush zone contributed to MAIS 3–6 injured occupants (n=705) and 50th centile injury risks when extended into zone 3. When the crush extended to zone 4, the injury risk ratio of MAIS 3–6 injured occupants approached 81%. The horizontal crush zones contributing to the highest injury risk ratio of MAIS 3–6 occupants were zones ‘D’ and ‘Y’, and the injury risk ratios were 25.4% and 36.9%, respectively. In contrast, the lowest injury risk ratio was 5.67% caused by zone ‘B’. The vertical crush zone which contributed to the highest injury risk ratio of MAIS 3–6 occupants was zone ‘E’, whose injury risk ratio was 58%. In contrast, the lowest injury risk ratio was 0.14% caused by zone ‘G+M’. Conclusions The highest injury risk ratio of MAIS 3–6 injured occupants caused by crush intrusion between 40 and 60 cm in LTV–PC nearside impact collisions and the damage region of the struck

Maximum of an Airy process plus Brownian motion and memory in Kardar-Parisi-Zhang growth

Science.gov (United States)

Le Doussal, Pierre

2017-12-01

We obtain several exact results for universal distributions involving the maximum of the Airy2 process minus a parabola and plus a Brownian motion, with applications to the one-dimensional Kardar-Parisi-Zhang (KPZ) stochastic growth universality class. This allows one to obtain (i) the universal limit, for large time separation, of the two-time height correlation for droplet initial conditions, e.g., C∞=limt2/t1→+∞h(t1) h (t2)¯c/h(t1)2¯c, with C∞≈0.623 , as well as conditional moments, which quantify ergodicity breaking in the time evolution; (ii) in the same limit, the distribution of the midpoint position x (t1) of a directed polymer of length t2; and (iii) the height distribution in stationary KPZ with a step. These results are derived from the replica Bethe ansatz for the KPZ continuum equation, with a "decoupling assumption" in the large time limit. They agree and confirm, whenever they can be compared, with (i) our recent tail results for two-time KPZ with the work by de Nardis and Le Doussal [J. Stat. Mech. (2017) 053212, 10.1088/1742-5468/aa6bce], checked in experiments with the work by Takeuchi and co-workers [De Nardis et al., Phys. Rev. Lett. 118, 125701 (2017), 10.1103/PhysRevLett.118.125701] and (ii) a recent result of Maes and Thiery [J. Stat. Phys. 168, 937 (2017), 10.1007/s10955-017-1839-2] on midpoint position.

Chiang Mai and Illinois: A Cooperative International Project, 1962-70

Science.gov (United States)

Doege, Theodore C.; And Others

1976-01-01

A relationship between the medical schools of Chiang Mai University and the University of Illinois, part of a national involvement in Thailand's socioeconomic development, is analyzed. Antecedents, activities, outcomes, and problems are reviewed with emphasis on need for sound training, energy, adaptability, and investment of years. (JT)

STIGMA, SOCIAL SUPPORT, AND TREATMENT ADHERENCE AMONG HIV-POSITIVE PATIENTS IN CHIANG MAI, THAILAND

OpenAIRE

Li, Michael Jonathan; Murray, Jordan Keith; Suwanteerangkul, Jiraporn; Wiwatanadate, Phongtape

2014-01-01

Our study assessed the influence of HIV-related stigma on treatment adherence among people living with HIV in Chiang Mai, Thailand, and whether social support had a moderating effect on this relationship. We recruited 128 patients living with HIV from Sansai Hospital, a community hospital in Chiang Mai, Thailand, and collected data through structured interviews. All forms of HIV-related stigma considered in this study (personalized experience, disclosure, negative self-image, and public attit...

Prevalence of dementia among population age over 45 years in Chiang Mai, Thailand.

Science.gov (United States)

Wangtongkum, Suparus; Sucharitkul, Phongsakorn; Silprasert, Nutcharut; Inthrachak, Rudeethawinl

2008-11-01

To determine the prevalence of dementia in Thai people with age 45 years and above. This project used a cross sectional research design to study the prevalence of dementia in Chiang Mai. Door-to-door technique was assigned in condition with multi-stage probability random sampling to obtain subjects representing the population of Chiang Mai between Oct 2004 and Sep 2005. The researchers collected the data from the subjects aged 45 years and above. All subjects were located from every Amphurs of Chiang Mai. They were first screened with Thai Mini Mental State Examination (TMSE) and Thai Beck Depression Inventory (BDI). The subjects whose TMSE was less than 24 were assessed and diagnosed by a neurologist. Subjects who were determined as having dementia might be laboratory analyzed and classified based on DSM-IV and NINDS-AIREN criteria. The authors enrolled 2,311 people and screened them with Batteries test. One thousand four hundred ninety two people qualified with 610 males and 882 females, whose mean age was 59.7 +/- 10.4 years. The authors found that among the 35 people with dementia, the mean age was 67.9 +/- 8.9 years (45-88 years). The prevalence of dementia among the study participants was 2.35%. In the present study, Alzheimer's disease was the most common type of dementia diagnosed (75.0%) and vascular dementia was the second most commonly diagnosed (12.5%). The prevalence of dementia in Chiang Mai was 2.35%, which does not differ from the previous study Alzheimer's disease was the most common type of dementia diagnosed.

Traditional beliefs about pregnancy and child birth among women from Chiang Mai, Northern Thailand.

Science.gov (United States)

Liamputtong, Pranee; Yimyam, Susanha; Parisunyakul, Sukanya; Baosoung, Chavee; Sansiriphun, Nantaporn

2005-06-01

To examine women's embodied knowledge of pregnancy and birth, women's explanations of precautions during pregnancy and birth and preparations for easy birth and the role of a traditional midwife in a Thai birthing care. In-depth interviews relating to traditional and changed beliefs and practices of pregnancy and childbirth with Thai women in Northern Thailand. Chiang Mai city and Mae On sub-district in Chiang Mai province, Northern Thailand. 30 Thai women living in Chiang Mai in Thailand. The social meaning of childbirth in Thai culture is part of the larger social system, which involves the woman, her family, the community, society and the supernatural world. Traditional beliefs and practices in Thai culture clearly aim to preserve the life and well-being of a new mother and her baby. It seems that traditional childbirth practices have not totally disappeared in northern Thailand, but have gradually diminished. Women's social backgrounds influence traditional beliefs and practices. The traditions are followed by most rural and some urban poor women in Chiang Mai. The findings of this study may assist health professionals to better understand women from different cultures. It is important to recognise many factors discussed in this paper within the context of Thai lives and traditions. This will prevent misunderstanding and, consequently, encourage more sensitive pregnancy and birthing care for pregnant women.

An International Menopause Society study of vasomotor symptoms in Bangkok and Chiang Mai, Thailand.

Science.gov (United States)

Sriprasert, I; Pantasri, T; Piyamongkol, W; Suwan, A; Chaikittisilpa, S; Sturdee, D; Gupta, P; Hunter, M S

2017-04-01

To examine relationships between location, demographics, lifestyle, beliefs, and experience of hot flushes and night sweats (HFNS) amongst women living in two cities in Thailand. Cross-sectional study of peri- and postmenopausal women, aged 45-55 years, from Bangkok and Chiang Mai. Participants completed questionnaires (demographics, health, HFNS (prevalence, frequency and problem-rating) and beliefs about menopause). A sub-sample of women from each location was interviewed. A total of 632 women (320 Bangkok and 312 Chiang Mai) aged 50.88 (standard deviation 3.06) years, took part. The prevalence of HFNS was 65%, average HFNS frequency 8.7 (10.8) per week and problem rating 4.3/10. Women from Chiang Mai had significantly more problematic HFNS, but prevalence and frequency were similar in both sites. Poor general health predicted HFNS prevalence and frequency, while Chiang Mai location, HFNS frequency, age, diet and beliefs about menopause were associated with problematic HFNS. Location remained significant after controlling for education, occupation and age; location was partially explained by beliefs. Qualitative interview responses illustrated the differences in beliefs about menopause between locations. HFNS reports are prevalent with moderate frequency and problem-ratings in these urban centers in Thailand. The results will be included in the broader International Menopause Society study of Climate, Altitude and Temperature (IMS-CAT) of the impact of climate on HFNS.

Mängult ja päriselt : teater postmodernistlikus ja postdramaatilises paradigmas : kokkuvõte 2006. aasta "Baltoscandalist" / Anneli Saro

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Saro, Anneli, 1968-

2006-01-01

Vaadeldakse lavastusi - "Pablo Plusi supermarketis" (lav. René Pollesch), "Lapsi, linde ja lillekesi" (lav. Kristian Smeds), "Otsides kadunud töötajat" (lav. Rabih Mroué), Rui Horta tantsulavastus "Set Up", Mark Ravenhilli "Toode" (esines ka näitlejana), "Hiljutised kogemused" (lav.Amir Reza Koohestan), "Miss Mobiil" (lav. Emil Hrvatin), tantsuline monolavastus "Me oleme lasknud selle reaalsuse silmist" (lav. Hooman Sharif)

Second hip fractures at Chiang Mai University Hospital.

Science.gov (United States)

Wongtriratanachai, Prasit; Chiewchantanakit, Siripong; Vaseenon, Tanawat; Rojanasthien, Sattaya; Leerapun, Taninnit

2015-02-01

Hip fractures are a major public health problem. Patients who have suffered a hip fracture have an increased risk of a subsequent hip fracture. This study examines the incidence ofsecondhip fractures and attempts to identify underlying risk factors. To examine the incidence ofsecond hip fractures in osteoporotic patients at Chiang Mai University Hospital and to identify risk factors related to second hip fractures. A retrospective review was conducted of all low-energy mechanism hip fracture patients admitted during 2008 and 2009. Analysis of second hip fractures was conducted using survival analysis and logistic regression analysis. A total of 191 patients were observed for 391.68 person-years (mean 2.05 person-years per patient). Among that group, nine second hip fractures were identified, an overall incidence rate of 0.023 second fractures per person-year. Second hip fractures tended to occur within the first year following an initial hip fracture. There were no significant differences related to either gender or comorbid medical conditions. Logistic regression analysis revealed that increased risk of a second hip fracture was associated with age (highest between 80 to 89 years) and patients who were not treated for osteoporosis following their initial fracture. The incidence of second hip fractures at Chiang Mai University Hospital was 0.023 per person-year Careful follow-up of older patients, especially those over 80, and treatment ofosteoporosis with bisphosphonate plus vitamin D and calcium supplements was correlated with a reduction in the incidence of second hip fractures.

Kommunikatsioon eeldab keeleoskust / Reet Varblane

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Varblane, Reet, 1952-

2008-01-01

Religiooni ja demokraatia suhteid käsitlevast rahvusvahelisest näitusest "Obscurum per obscurius" Tallinna Kunstihoones. Avatud kuni 06.07.2008. Kuraatorid Ilja Sundelevitsh ja Reet Varblane, kujundaja Liina Siib. 28 osalejat loetletud. Eestist osalevad: Anu Juurak, Leonhard Lapin, Peeter Laurits, Raul Meel, Tatjana Muravskaja, Jüri Ojaver, Terje Ojaver, Anne-Daniela Rodgers & Paul Rodgers, Liina Siib, Jaan Toomik. 28. V toimunud seminarist, kus pikemate ettekannetega esinesid Toomas Paul ja Linnar Priimägi, ning ümarlaua arutelust

Alimentos mais consumidos no Brasil: Inquérito Nacional de Alimentação 2008-2009

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Amanda de M. Souza

2013-02-01

Full Text Available OBJETIVO: Caracterizar o consumo alimentar mais frequente da população brasileira. MÉTODOS: Foram analisados dados referentes ao primeiro dia de registro alimentar de 34.003 indivíduos com dez anos ou mais de idade que responderam ao Inquérito Nacional de Alimentação, composto por amostra probabilística da Pesquisa de Orçamentos Familiares 2008-2009. O padrão de consumo foi analisado segundo sexo, grupo etário, região e faixa de renda familiar per capita. RESULTADOS: Os alimentos mais frequentemente referidos pela população brasileira foram arroz (84,0%, café (79,0%, feijão (72,8%, pão de sal (63,0% e carne bovina (48,7%, destacando-se também o consumo de sucos e refrescos (39,8%, refrigerantes (23,0% e menor presença de frutas (16,0% e hortaliças (16,0%. Essa configuração apresenta pouca variação quando se consideram os estratos de sexo e faixa etária; contudo, observa-se que os adolescentes foram o único grupo etário que deixou de citar qualquer hortaliça e que incluiu doces, bebida láctea e biscoitos doces entre os itens mais consumidos. Alimentos marcadamente de consumo regional incluem a farinha de mandioca no Norte e Nordeste e o chá na região Sul. Houve discrepâncias no consumo alimentar entre os estratos de menor e maior renda: indivíduos no quarto de renda mais elevada referiram sanduíches, tomate e alface e aqueles no primeiro quarto de renda citaram os peixes e preparações à base de peixe e farinha de mandioca entre os alimentos mais referidos. CONCLUSÕES: Existe um padrão básico do consumo alimentar no Brasil que inclui entre os alimentos mais consumidos arroz, café, feijão, pão de sal e carne bovina, associado ao consumo regional de alguns poucos itens. Particularmente entre os adolescentes, alimentos ricos em gordura e açúcar são também de consumo frequente.

Estudo das características gráficas mais frequentemente alteradas em disfarces de assinaturas

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Roberta Petry Gorziza

2017-03-01

Full Text Available Assinaturas são os grafismos mais efetuados pelas pessoas, por demonstrar conhecimento e concordância a documentos diversos. O exame grafoscópico de assinaturas disfarçadas é uma das determinações mais difíceis de proceder na Documentoscopia. Os disfarces podem confundir os peritos e conduzir a erros quanto à autoria de assinaturas. O objetivo deste trabalho foi identificar as características mais frequentes encontradas em análises grafoscópicas de assinaturas disfarçadas. Foi solicitado a 102 voluntários que assinassem sua assinatura habitual por cinco vezes e, então, que tentassem disfarçar sua assinatura. Posteriormente, realizou-se o confronto gráfico entre as assinaturas padrão e as disfarçadas, e as alterações encontradas foram anotadas, sendo que as mais frequentes foram: modificações da forma de letras maiúsculas e minúsculas, de dimensão e calibre, na forma e na posição de ataques e remates, na quantidade de levantamentos da caneta durante a escrita (andamento gráfico e a alteração ou supressão de símbolos ou caracteres especiais. Esses dados podem ajudar os peritos a identificar características gráficas indicativas de disfarces, quando da verificação de autenticidade. Por outro lado, observou-se que características alteradas com menor frequência surgem em assinaturas disfarçadas e podem levar a uma conclusão errônea no sentido da falsificação do lançamento gráfico.

Infection dynamics and molecular identification of metacercariae in cyprinoids from Chiang Mai and Sakon Nakhon Provinces.

Science.gov (United States)

Wongsawad, Pheravut; Wongsawad, Chalobol

2011-01-01

The infection dynamics of metacercariae were assessed in cyprinoid fish (cyprinoids) from Chiang Mai and Sakon Nakhon Provinces, Thailand, during October 2008 to September 2009. The samples were collected during 3 seasons from rivers and local markets. Metacercarial infection was determined by acid-pepsin digestion and confirmed using HAT-RAPD PCR method. Thirteen and 16 species of cyprinoids were collected from Chiang Mai and Sakon Nakhon with overall prevalences of metacercarial infection of 84.5 and 47.6%, respectively. Haplorchis taichui, Haplorchoides sp, and Centrocestus caninus were found in Chiang Mai and 4 species of metacercariae: H. taichui, Haplorchoides sp, O. viverrini and an unknown trematode species in Sakon Nakhon. H. taichui and Haplorchoides sp metacercariae in 3 species of cyprinoids (Henicorhynchus siamensis, Cyclocheilichthys armatus, Amblyrhynchichthy truncatus) had the highest prevalence (100%) in Chiang Mai, while the highest prevalence (100%) of metacercaria in Sakon Nakhon was Haplorchoides sp in 1 species of cyprinoids (Cyclocheilichthys armatus). The overall prevalence from Chiang Mai Province was highest in the rainy season (95.6%), lower in the hot-dry season (88.1%) and lowest in the cool season (72.5%). In Sakon Nakhon Province the highest prevalence was in the hot-dry season (52.7%), and lower in the rainy and cool season, 44.4% and 43.5%, respectively. The HAT-RAPD profiles confirmed the identity of metacercariae and adult stage of H. taichui, Haplorchoides sp, C. caninus and O. viverrini.

Paraxial propagation dynamics of the radially polarized Airy beams in uniaxial crystals orthogonal to the optical axis.

Science.gov (United States)

Xie, Jintao; Zhang, Jianbin; Zheng, Xitao; Ye, Junran; Deng, Dongmei

2018-04-30

We study the paraxial propagation of the radially polarized Airy beams (RPAiBs) in uniaxial crystals orthogonal to the optical axis analytically and numerically. The propagation trajectory, the intensity and the radiation forces of the RPAiBs are investigated and the properties are elucidated by numerical examples in this paper. Results show that the RPAiBs evolve into the beams produced by the x-direction electric field (RPAiXBs) and the y-direction electric field (PRAiYBs) which are totally different in uniaxial crystals. During the propagation, the intensity of the RPAiXBs transfers from the side lobe in the x-direction to the main lobe and finally returns to the side lobe in the x-direction again, but that of the RPAiYBs transfers from the side lobe in the y-direction to the main lobe and flows to the side lobe in the x-direction at last. The effect of the intensity focusing for the RPAiXBs can be modulated by the ratio of the extraordinary index (ne) to the ordinary index (no) in anisotropic medium, which contributes to the intensity focusing of the RPAiBs in a short distance a lot. We can adjust the intensity distribution especially the focusing position, the propagation trajectory and the radiation forces distributions of the RPAiXBs through choosing an appropriate value of the ratio of ne to no to meet the actual usage accordingly.

Acoustics of finite asymmetric exotic beams: Examples of Airy and fractional Bessel beams

Science.gov (United States)

Mitri, F. G.

2017-12-01

The purpose of this investigation is to examine the properties of finite asymmetric exotic scalar (acoustic) beams with unusual properties using the angular spectrum decomposition in plane waves. Such beams possess intrinsic uncommon characteristics that make them attractive from the standpoint of particle manipulation, handling and rotation, and possibly other applications in particle clearing and separation. Assuming a specific apodization function at the acoustic source, the angular spectrum function is calculated and used to synthesize the radiated pressure field (i.e., excluding evanescent waves that decay away from the source) in the forward direction of wave motion (i.e., away from the source). Moreover, a generalized hybrid method combining the angular spectrum approach with the multipole expansion formalism in spherical coordinates is developed, which is applicable to any finite beam of arbitrary wavefront. The improved approach allows adequate computation of the resonance scattering, radiation force, and spin torque components on an object of arbitrary shape, located on or off the axis of the incident beam in space. Considering the illustrative example of a viscous fluid sphere submerged in a non-viscous liquid and illuminated by finite asymmetric beams such as the Airy and the Bessel vortex beam with fractional order, numerical computations for the scattering, radiation force, and torque components are performed with an emphasis on the distance from the source, the arbitrary location of the particle ,and the asymmetric nature of the incident field. Moreover, beamforming calculations are presented with supplementary animations for the pressure field distribution in space, with an emphasis on the intrinsic properties of the selected beams. The numerical predictions illustrate the scattering, radiation force, and spin torque properties depending on the beam parameters and the distance separating the sphere from the source. This study provides a generalized

Efeito do composto "mais vida" na ativação de macrófagos de ratos diabéticos Effects of "mais vida", a commercial natural mix, on the activation of macrophages from diabetic rats

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

E.L. França

2012-01-01

Full Text Available O objetivo deste trabalho foi avaliar a atividade funcional de macrófagos de ratos diabéticos, através da liberação do ânion superóxido, na presença do composto "mais vida". Os animais foram divididos em dois grupos, controle (N=20 e diabético (N=20. Avaliou-se a glicemia, massa corpórea e a liberação de superóxido pelos macrófagos de baço de ratos. O composto "mais vida" foi obtido através da mistura de extratos de sete plantas, sendo Orbignia martiana Rodr., Tabebuia avellanedae L.G., Arctium lappa L., Rosa centifolia L., Maytenus ilicifolia Mart., Vernonia condensata Baker e Thuja occidentalis L. Observou-se que glicemia foi maior no grupo diabético. A liberação espontânea do ânion superóxido pelos macrófagos foi menor no grupo diabético. O composto "mais vida", independente dos níveis glicêmicos, aumentou a liberação de superóxido dos macrófagos. Quando as células foram estimuladas pelos extratos vegetais isolados, também houve aumento na liberação do ânion superóxido pelos macrófagos em ambos os grupos. As maiores liberações de superóxido ocorreram quando os macrófagos foram estimulados pela Thuja occidentalis L., Rosa centifolia L., Tabebuia avellanedae L.G. e Maytenus ilicifolia Mart. Estes dados sugerem que a ativação de macrófagos pelo composto "mais vida" pode representar um mecanismo alternativo de defesa para infecções em indivíduos diabéticos.This study investigated the effects of "mais vida", a commercial natural mix, on macrophages functional activity as evaluated by the superoxide release in diabetic rats. The animals were divided into two groups, control (N = 20 and diabetic (N = 20. This was achieved by determining blood glucose weight and the superoxide released by spleen macrophages. The "mais vida" mix was obtained by the combination of extracts from seven medicinal species, which were: Orbignia martiana Rodr., Tabebuia avellanedae L.G., Arctium lappa L., Rosa centifolia L

Spatial diffusion of influenza outbreak-related climate factors in Chiang Mai Province, Thailand.

Science.gov (United States)

Nakapan, Supachai; Tripathi, Nitin Kumar; Tipdecho, Taravudh; Souris, Marc

2012-10-24

Influenza is one of the most important leading causes of respiratory illness in the countries located in the tropical areas of South East Asia and Thailand. In this study the climate factors associated with influenza incidence in Chiang Mai Province, Northern Thailand, were investigated. Identification of factors responsible for influenza outbreaks and the mapping of potential risk areas in Chiang Mai are long overdue. This work examines the association between yearly climate patterns between 2001 and 2008 and influenza outbreaks in the Chiang Mai Province. The climatic factors included the amount of rainfall, percent of rainy days, relative humidity, maximum, minimum temperatures and temperature difference. The study develops a statistical analysis to quantitatively assess the relationship between climate and influenza outbreaks and then evaluate its suitability for predicting influenza outbreaks. A multiple linear regression technique was used to fit the statistical model. The Inverse Distance Weighted (IDW) interpolation and Geographic Information System (GIS) techniques were used in mapping the spatial diffusion of influenza risk zones. The results show that there is a significance correlation between influenza outbreaks and climate factors for the majority of the studied area. A statistical analysis was conducted to assess the validity of the model comparing model outputs and actual outbreaks.

Bone mineral density and bone turnover among young women in Chiang Mai, Thailand.

Science.gov (United States)

Iwasaki, Eriko; Morakote, Nuntana; Chaovistsaree, Somsak; Matsuo, Hiroya

2014-03-12

The present study was carried out to investigate the influence of lifestyle on bone mineral density (BMD) and bone turnover among young women in Chiang Mai, Thailand. A total of 177 young women affiliated with Chiang Mai University hospital were enrolled. Firstly, questionnaires about their lifestyle and the Osteoporosis Knowledge Test (OKT) were examined. The measurement of BMD was assessed by Quantitative Ultrasound (QUS). Secondly, based on the measurement of BMD, the subjects were divided into 2 groups, a Low BMD group (L group: less than YAM-1.0SD) and a Normal BMD group (N group: more than YAM-1.0SD). L group (n=23) and N group (n=23) were examined using Osteocalcine (OC), type 1 collagen cross-linked N-telopeptide (NTx) and undercarboxylated osteocalcin (ucOC) as bone turnover markers, and serum Ca, 1,25-(OH)2Vitamin D, Vitamin K1 and Vitamin K2 (MK-4) as bone turnover related factors. Based on the results, the percentage of Low BMD group was 23.2%. Concerning lifestyle and BMD, the BMD of the low cheese intake group was 99.7± 17.0 and the BMD of the high cheese intake one was 110.0± 23.3 (pChiang Mai, Thailand.

Spatial Diffusion of Influenza Outbreak-Related Climate Factors in Chiang Mai Province, Thailand

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Marc Souris

2012-10-01

Full Text Available Influenza is one of the most important leading causes of respiratory illness in the countries located in the tropical areas of South East Asia and Thailand. In this study the climate factors associated with influenza incidence in Chiang Mai Province, Northern Thailand, were investigated. Identification of factors responsible for influenza outbreaks and the mapping of potential risk areas in Chiang Mai are long overdue. This work examines the association between yearly climate patterns between 2001 and 2008 and influenza outbreaks in the Chiang Mai Province. The climatic factors included the amount of rainfall, percent of rainy days, relative humidity, maximum, minimum temperatures and temperature difference. The study develops a statistical analysis to quantitatively assess the relationship between climate and influenza outbreaks and then evaluate its suitability for predicting influenza outbreaks. A multiple linear regression technique was used to fit the statistical model. The Inverse Distance Weighted (IDW interpolation and Geographic Information System (GIS techniques were used in mapping the spatial diffusion of influenza risk zones. The results show that there is a significance correlation between influenza outbreaks and climate factors for the majority of the studied area. A statistical analysis was conducted to assess the validity of the model comparing model outputs and actual outbreaks.

100% anthracite burning at the Hoang Mai cement factory (Viet-Nam); Calcination 100% anthracite a la cimenterie de Hoang Mai (Viet-Nam)

Energy Technology Data Exchange (ETDEWEB)

Jorget, S. [Fcb Ciment, 59 - Villeneuve d' Ascq (France)

2003-07-01

The Hoang Mai cement factory is a greenfield plant whose contract (design and supply of equipment) was awarded o the French company Fcb.ciment, while the owner kept the responsibility of civil works and of erection. The contract was signed in late 1997. The commissioning began in September 2001, and the burning line was started on February 27, 2002. Clinker production started from this day, and after two months devoted to equipment adjustments, performance tests were carried out. The provisional acceptance certificate was delivered in August 2002. (author)

Teatri aastaauhindade nominendid

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2006-01-01

Lavastajaauhind : Merle Karusoo, Elmo Nüganen, Tiit Ojasoo, Ene-Liis Semper, Kristian Smeds, Hendrik Toompere jun, Ingomar Vihmar ; kunstnikuauhind : Iir Hermeliin, Liina Keevallik, Ene-Liis Semper, Aime Unt, Ervin Õunapuu ; naisnäitleja auhind : Ülle Kaljuste, Kaie Mihkelson, Harriet Toompere, Marika Vaarik, Liina Vahtrik ; meesnäitleja auhind : Ain Lutsepp, Rein Oja, Rain Simmul, Tarvo Sõmer, Tambet Tuisk, Aarne Üksküla ; Balleti- ja tantsuteater : Marina Tshirkova, Seki Hirotaka, Mari Savitski, Oksana Titova, Taavet Jansen, Sasha Pepeljajev, Katrin Essenson ja Tantsuteater Fine 5

Teatri aastaauhindadele kandideerijad selgunud

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2006-01-01

Lavastajaauhind : Merle Karusoo, Elmo Nüganen, Tiit Ojasoo, Ene-Liis Semper, Kristian Smeds, Hendrik Toompere jun, Ingomar Vihmar ; kunstnikuauhind : Iir Hermeliin, Liina Keevallik, Ene-Liis Semper, Aime Unt, Ervin Õunapuu ; naisnäitleja auhind : Ülle Kaljuste, Kaie Mihkelson, Harriet Toompere, Marika Vaarik, Liina Vahtrik ; meesnäitleja auhind : Ain Lutsepp, Rein Oja, Rain Simmul, Tarvo Sõmer, Tambet Tuisk, Aarne Üksküla ; Balleti- ja tantsuteater : Marina Tshirkova, Seki Hirotaka, Mari Savitski, Oksana Titova, Taavet Jansen, Sasha Pepeljajev, Katrin Essenson ja Tantsuteater Fine 5

Exploring spatial patterns and hotspots of diarrhea in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Tripathi Nitin K

2009-06-01

Full Text Available Abstract Background Diarrhea is a major public health problem in Thailand. The Ministry of Public Health, Thailand, has been trying to monitor and control this disease for many years. The methodology and the results from this study could be useful for public health officers to develop a system to monitor and prevent diarrhea outbreaks. Methods The objective of this study was to analyse the epidemic outbreak patterns of diarrhea in Chiang Mai province, Northern Thailand, in terms of their geographical distributions and hotspot identification. The data of patients with diarrhea at village level and the 2001–2006 population censuses were collected to achieve the objective. Spatial analysis, using geographic information systems (GIS and other methods, was used to uncover the hidden phenomena from the data. In the data analysis section, spatial statistics such as quadrant analysis (QA, nearest neighbour analysis (NNA, and spatial autocorrelation analysis (SAA, were used to identify the spatial patterns of diarrhea in Chiang Mai province. In addition, local indicators of spatial association (LISA and kernel density (KD estimation were used to detect diarrhea hotspots using data at village level. Results The hotspot maps produced by the LISA and KD techniques showed spatial trend patterns of diarrhea diffusion. Villages in the middle and northern regions revealed higher incidences. Also, the spatial patterns of diarrhea during the years 2001 and 2006 were found to represent spatially clustered patterns, both at global and local scales. Conclusion Spatial analysis methods in GIS revealed the spatial patterns and hotspots of diarrhea in Chiang Mai province from the year 2001 to 2006. To implement specific and geographically appropriate public health risk-reduction programs, the use of such spatial analysis tools may become an integral component in the epidemiologic description, analysis, and risk assessment of diarrhea.

Modeling of MAI in UWB System Using MGGD

KAUST Repository

Ahmed, Qasim Zeeshan

2014-01-06

Multivariate generalized Gaussian density (MGGD) is used to approximate the multiple access interference (MAI) and additive white Gaussian noise in pulse-based ultrawide bandwidth (UWB) system. The MGGD probability density function (pdf) is shown to be a better approximation of a UWB system as compared to Gaussian, Laplacian and Gaussian-Laplacian mixture (GLM). The similarity between the simulated and the approximated pdf is measured with the help of modified Kullback-Leibler distance (KLD). It is also shown that MGGD has the smallest KLD as compared to Gaussian, Laplacian and GLM densities. Finally, a receiver based on the principles of minimum bit error rate is designed for the MGGD pdf.

Leptospirosis in Spanish travelers returning from Chiang Mai: A case series.

Science.gov (United States)

Rodriguez-Valero, Natalia; Moriñigo, Helena Moza; Martínez, Miguel J; Peiró, Aida; Oliveira, Ines; Bodro, Marta; Gómez-Junyent, Joan; Gascon, Joaquim; Muñoz, Jose

Leptospirosis is an important zoonosis worldwide, nevertheless is often poor recognized in non tropical settings. In Thailand is becoming an emerging disease and Chiang Mai could become a popular spot to acquire the disease amongst travelers. We describe three cases of imported leptospirosis undifferentiated fever after travelling to Thailand during the summer of 2015 diagnosed at two Spanish hospitals. Our three patients probably acquired leptospirosis while swimming in freshwater around Chiang Mai, a Thailand's northern region with moderate incidence of leptopirosis. Travelers had normal white blood cell counts and low platelets, suggesting leptospirosis after ruling out other imported diseases such as malaria, dengue or typhoid. As recent findings point out, low platelets and normal white blood cell counts are clinical features that could help the clinician to suspect Leptospirosis infection. It should be always considered as a cause of fever, particularly if travelers come from a tropical country and have had contact with water or flooding, especially during rainy season. Copyright © 2018 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.

Mortality among foreign nationals in Chiang Mai City, Thailand, 2010 to 2011.

Science.gov (United States)

Pawun, Vichan; Visrutaratna, Surasing; Ungchusak, Kumnuan; Mahasing, Suteerat; Khumtalord, Chosita; Tipsriraj, Siriying; Chenwittaya, Chalermpol; Guadamuz, Thomas E; Wisniewski, Stephen R

2012-12-01

Up to 65% of travelers to less developed countries report health problems while traveling. International travel is an increasing concern for health practitioners. To date, there have not been any published analyses of mortality amongst foreign nationals visiting Thailand. Our objectives are to examine the magnitude and characterize the deaths among foreign nationals in Chiang Mai, a popular tourist province in Thailand. The study commenced with a review of the Thai death registration. Death certificates were retrieved, reviewed, and classified by the causes of death. Basic statistics and proportionate mortality ratio (PMR) were used to describe the pattern of deaths. Standardized mortality ratio (SMR) was used to assess the excess mortality risk among foreign nationals. Between January 1, 2010 and May 31, 2011, there were 1,295 registered deaths in Chiang Mai City, of which 102 records (7.9%) were foreign nationals. Median age of decedents was 64 years (range 14-102 y). Female-to-male ratio was 1 : 5.4. The highest mortality was among Europeans (45.1%). Most of the deaths were natural causes (89.2%) including 36 cardiac diseases (PMR = 35.3) and 20 malignancy diseases (PMR = 19.6). Deaths due to external causes were low. The SMRs range between 0.15 and 0.30. Communicable diseases and injuries were not the leading causes of death among foreign nationals visiting Chiang Mai, Thailand. It is essential that travelers are aware of mortality risk associated with their underlying diseases and that they are properly prepared to handle them while traveling. © 2012 International Society of Travel Medicine.

Breastfeeding and its relation to child nutrition in rural Chiang Mai, Thailand

NARCIS (Netherlands)

Panpanich, Ratana; Vitsupakorn, Kannika; Brabin, Bernard

2003-01-01

A cross-sectional study was conducted to evaluate current breastfeeding practices among a population in a remote rural area of Chiang Mai, Thailand. Three hundred and ninety-five women with children aged less than 36 months were studied. Mothers were interviewed and anthropometric status of children

Assessing self-efficacy and college readiness level among new undergraduate students in computer science using metacognitive awareness inventory (MAI)

Science.gov (United States)

Othman, Wan Nor Afiqah Wan; Abdullah, Aziman

2018-04-01

This preliminary study was conducted to address the issue of academic planning skills among new university student. Due to lack of proper measurement mechanism for awareness and readiness among students, this study proposes Metacognitive Awareness Inventory (MAI) to assess the connection between student self-efficacy and college readiness. Qualitative and quantitative approach were used by provide an online self-assessment for new student of Faculty of Computer Systems & Software Engineering (FSKKP) and analyse the data respectively. The possible relationships between MAI and College Readiness Item (CRI) in self-assessment has been evaluated. The sample size of 368 respondents from UMP are responding to the online self-assessment. The initial finding shows most student (71%) of the respondent lack of skills in planning. We manage to use Pearson Product-moment correlation coefficient to find the significant relationship between MAI and CRI. Thus, we found that College Readiness provide sufficient evidence that there is a significant correlation with most of MAI items. The findings also indicated not much difference was found between gender in terms of self-efficacy level. This paper suggests the MAI and CRI is a reliable and valid scale to respond the planning skills issues among new university students.

Prevalence of depression among a population aged over 45 years in Chiang Mai, Thailand.

Science.gov (United States)

Wangtongkum, Suparus; Sucharitakul, Phongsakorn; Wongjaroen, Sriwanna; Maneechompoo, Suthin

2008-12-01

To determine the prevalence of depression in Thai people of 45 years and over. The presented project was a cross sectional study on the prevalence of depression and cognitive impairment in Chiang Mai. Door-to-door interview technique was assigned in condition with multistage probability random sampling to obtain subjects that represent a population of Chiang Mai. The research was conducted between October 2004 and September 2005. Data were collected on subject that were 45 years old and over. All subjects were selected from all districts in Chiang Mai. Thai Mini Mental State Examination (TMSE) and Thai Beck Depression Inventory (BDI) were used as the assessment tool If the subjects had a TMSE score less than 24 points, it was assumed as a cognitive impairment. One thousand four hundred ninety two people, 610 males and 882 females, were enrolled in the present study. Their mean age was 59.7 +/- 10.4 years (45-88 year). The prevalence of depression only was 29.2%, the prevalence of cognitive impairment only was 5.63% and the prevalence of cognitive impairment with depression was 3.96%. The prevalence of depression increased with age. The prevalence of depression in Thai people of 45 years and over was 29.2% and increased with age.

Metionina mais cistina digestível e relação metionina mais cistina digestível: lisina para codornas japonesas Digestible methionine plus cystine and relation digestible methionine plus cystine: lysine for japanese quails

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Julio Francisco Valiati Marin

2011-09-01

Full Text Available Objetivou-se determinar o melhor nível de metionina mais cistina digestível e a melhor relação metionina mais cistina digestível:lisina digestível em diferentes níveis de proteína para codorna em postura. Foram utilizadas 400 codornas japonesas produtoras de ovos de consumo com 45 dias de idade, em delineamento inteiramente casualizado, num esquema fatorial 2 x 5, dois níveis de proteína bruta (19,5% e 21,5% e cinco níveis de metionina mais cistina digestível (0,60%; 0,67%; 0,74%; 0,81% e 0,88%, com cinco repetições e oito aves por unidade experimental. Foram analisadas as taxas de postura (%, peso médio dos ovos (g, massa de ovos (g de ovos/ave/dia, consumo de ração (g/ave/dia, conversão alimentar (g de ração/g de ovos, peso e porcentagem de gema (g e %, peso e porcentagem de clara (g e % e peso e porcentagem de casca (g e %. Para o nível de 19,5% de proteína 0,60% de metionina mais cistina digestível e relação metionina mais cistina digestível:lisina digestível de 0,66% foram suficientes para otimizar a produção. Para o nível de 21,5% de proteína 0,851% de metionina mais cistina digestível com relação metionina mais cistina digestível:lisina digestível de 0,935% com consumo diário de 223,3mg/ave levou a uma melhor produção de ovos de codornas.This research had the purpose to determine the best level of digestible methionine plus cystine and the best relation of digestible methionine plus cystine:digestible lysine in different levels of protein for laying Japanese quails. 400 laying Japanese quails, with 45 days of age were used in a completely randomized design, with a factorial 2 x 5, two crude protein levels (19,5% and 21,5% and five levels of digestible methionine plus cystine (0,60%; 0,67%; 0,74%; 0,81% e 0,88%, with five replicates and eight quails per experimental unity. There were analysis of the posture rate (%, egg average weight (g egg mass (egg grams/bird/day, feed intake (g/bird/day, feed

Miks on Savisaar ja proua Bush Birma kallal / Mai Loog

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Loog, Mai, 1960-

2007-01-01

Ilmunud ka: Postimees : na russkom jazõke 29. mai lk. 7. Birma sõjaväeline valitsus otsustas taas pikendada aasta võrra Nobeli rahupreemia laureaadi ja demokraatliku opositsiooni liidri Aung San Suu Kyi 11-aastast koduaresti, mille vastu astusid välja USA senaatorid presidendiproua Laura Bushi juhtimisel kui ka Tallinna linnapea Edgar Savisaar koos Pariisi ja Rooma linnapeadega. Birma hunta plaanitavast konstitutsioonist, kus aatomienergia on pandud riigikaitse ja julgeoleku alla. Venemaa aatomienergia agentuuri Rosatomi lepingust Birma huntaga aatomienergia tootmiseks

SAS üritab panna riiki lennufirma aktsiaid müüma / Lemmi Kann

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Kann, Lemmi

2007-01-01

SAS-i eesmärgiks on saada enamusosalus nii Estonian Airis kui ka airBalticus, et seeläbi oma positsioone Baltimaades kinnistada. Diagramm: Estonian Airi majandusnäitajad ja omanikud. Vt. samas: SAS on Estonian Airi jahtinud kaua. Kommenteerib Raivo Vare

Major Chronic Respiratory Diseases in Chiang Mai: Prevalence, Clinical Characteristics, and Their Correlations.

Science.gov (United States)

Pothirat, Chaicharn; Phetsuk, Nittaya; Liwsrisakun, Chalerm; Bumroongkit, Chaiwat; Deesomchok, Athavudh; Theerakittikul, Theerakorn

2016-09-01

To identify the prevalence, clinical characteristics, disease severity, and correlations of major chronic respiratory diseases (CRDs) among the adult population living in Chiang Mai. A cross-sectional study was conducted with adults living in municipal areas of Chiang Mai. All clinical relevant data collected by face-to-face interview was confirmed by pulmonologists. The chest radiographic findings and post-bronchodilator spirometry were done in all subjects. The aeroallergen skin test and rhinoscopy were performed in all chronic rhinitis and asthma subjects. Five hundred seventy four subjects with mean age 52.9±10.0 years, 59.6% female, and 37.5% smokers were recruited. The prevalence of overall CRDs was 59.2%. Chronic rhinitis was the most prevalent chronic respiratory disease (n = 239, 41.6%), followed by asthma (n = 58, 10.1%), and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) (n = 21, 3.7%). The most common abnormal pulmonary function test was restrictive lung disorders (n = 53, 9.6%). Asthma subjects were determined to be more allergic than chronic rhinitis subjects (58.1% vs. 39.9%, p-value = 0.033). Regarding the disease severity, 14.9% of chronic rhinitis and 10.3% of asthma subjects were classified as moderate to severe degree, whereas 81% of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease subjects were classified as moderate to very severe degrees. In asthma patients, there were positive association with chronic rhinitis (OR 3.9, 95% CI 2.1-7.0, p-value Chiang Mai population was significantly high with overlapped respiratory symptoms and varying disease severity. Additionally, chronic rhinitis had correlation with asthma but not with COPD.

A Modular Artificial Intelligence Inference Engine System (MAIS) for support of on orbit experiments

Science.gov (United States)

Hancock, Thomas M., III

1994-01-01

This paper describes a Modular Artificial Intelligence Inference Engine System (MAIS) support tool that would provide health and status monitoring, cognitive replanning, analysis and support of on-orbit Space Station, Spacelab experiments and systems.

Advanced Nuclear Applications in Medicinr at Chiang Mai University

International Nuclear Information System (INIS)

Vilasdechanon, Nonglak

2015-01-01

The atomic energy applications in Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University (CMU) are mainly performed by department of Radiology that is divided into three dicisions: 1) Diagnostic Radiology Division for the applications of X-rays, ultrasound, and magnetic resonance, 2) Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology Division for cancer treatments by photon accelrator and external radionuclides therapy or brachytherapy, 3) Nuclear Meddicine Division for clinical dignosis by using radionuclide scintigraphy, targeted molecular imaging and internal radionuclide therapy. In the last decade, many advanced medical images for clinical diagnosis included of digital & computed radiology (DR & CR), digital subtraction angiography (DSA) and images (DSI), computed tomography (CT) with dual X-rays energies, manetic resonance imaging (MRI), and hybrid images of SPECT/CT were established in Radiology Department and PET/CT Cyclitron Center Chiang Mai University (PCCMU), respectively. For cancer treatments, the frontier technologies in radiation oncligy therapy such as tomotherapy, IMRT, 3D conformal radiation treatment, stereotactic radiationtherapy (SRT), stereotactic radiation surgery (SRS), and radiation biology laboratory were implemented in the department as well. As far as fast development of nuclear technology in medicine, future implementation of advanced nuclear applications in medicine strongly need an intergrated knoowledge from many specialties e.g. computer softeare in image reconstruction, accuracy and and precision technology, production of specific radiotracers for molecular imaging and therapy, techniques in radionuclide productions, innovation of new wquipment or materials for radiationprotection and safety, etc. However the most important factors of nuclear applications in medicine are the vision, mission and the value statements of the organization on the high cost in radiology investment and human resources development. We have to emphasize that people who are involved

Välis- ja kodueesti kunst kui tervik : sõnum Torontost / Mai Levin

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Levin, Mai, 1942-

2003-01-01

30. X Tartu Kunstimajas Osvald Timmase näitusel kunstniku loomingule pühendatud õhtust, kus esinesid Mai Levin ja kunstniku vend Evald Timmas, näidati slaide ning Ain Habichti tehtud koduvideosid O. Timmasest ja Abel Leest. A. Lee ja O. Timmas on olnud 1952. a. Torontos loodud Colour and Form Society presidendid. Väliseesti kunsti tuleks käsitleda koos kodueesti kunstiga

PDF provisoire Publié le 27 Mai 2010 Cas clinique, volume 5, Issue ...

African Journals Online (AJOL)

raoul

27 mai 2010 ... Hoshi K, Ohta M, Kanemura E, Koganei K, Takahashi M, Kito F, Fukushima T. A case of ileal duplication presenting with bloody stools. J Japan Soc Coloproctol. 2002(55): 43-46. 10. Holcomb GW 3rd, A Gheissari JA, O´Neill Jr, NA Shorter, HC Bishop. Surgical management of alimentary tract duplications.

Lead and cadmium in leaves of deciduous trees in Beijing, China: Development of a metal accumulation index (MAI)

International Nuclear Information System (INIS)

Liu Yanju; Zhu Yongguan; Ding Hui

2007-01-01

Lead and cadmium uptake was investigated for common deciduous street trees in Beijing in this study. Species having Cd accumulation included Populus tomentosa, Sophora japonica and Catalpa speciosa. P. tomentosa had the highest ratios between leaf and soil Cd (0.848), followed by S. japonica (0.536), C. speciosa (0.493), Paulownia tomentosa (0.453) and Juglans regia (0.415). Pb levels were high in leaves of C. speciosa, J. regia and Pa. tomentosa. S. japonica had the highest ratio between leaf Pb and soil Pb (0.146), followed by Pa. tomentosa (0.143), Ginko biloba (0.103) and C. speciosa (0.095). A predictive foliar metal accumulation index (MAI) was developed and C. speciosa was calculated to have the highest MAI value (53.8). This suggests that C. speciosa would be a good choice for planting in areas of Beijing where soil contamination with Cd and Pb may be a problem. - Catalpa speciosa had the highest MAI value

"Teen Paslepas kõike, koristan, pesen pesu!" / Maarius Suviste

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Suviste, Maarius

2007-01-01

Perenaine Liina Pruus tutvustab presidendi residentsi Läänemaal Paslepas. Residents läheb aastas maksumaksjale maksma 700 000 krooni. Presidendi kantselei avalike suhete juhi Kristel Petersoni sõnul on president Toomas Hendrik Ilves Paslepal käinud kümmekond korda. Vt. samas: Lennart Meri: "Kas te pakute laket või lurri?" Liina Pruus räägib, kuidas ta president Lennart Merile teed valmistas; 400 000 krooni eest remonti. 2007. a. suvel tehtud remondist; Rüütli tütar elas Paslepas kroonu kulul. President Arnold Rüütli tütar Maris Leif elas 2005. a. Paslepas presidendi residentsis, sest tal polnud kodu

Programa Mais Médicos: uma ação efetiva para reduzir iniquidades em saúde

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Leonor Maria Pacheco Santos

2015-11-01

Full Text Available O Programa Mais Médicos objetiva diminuir a carência de médicos e reduzir as desigualdades regionais em saúde e envolve três frentes estratégicas: i i mais vagas e novos cursos de Medicina baseados em Diretrizes Curriculares revisadas; ii investimentos na construção de Unidades Básicas de Saúde;iii provimento de médicos brasileiros e estrangeiros. O programa efetuou, até julho de 2014, o provimento de 14.462 médicos em 3.785 municípios com áreas de vulnerabilidade. Evidências indicam redução em 53% no número de municípios com escassez de médicos; na região Norte 91% dos municípios que apresentavam escassez foram atendidos, com quase cinco médicos cada, em média. A integração dos profissionais nas Equipes de Saúde da Família fortaleceu e expandiu a capacidade de intervenção, especialmente na perspectiva da adoção de um modelo de atenção que englobe as diferentes demandas de promoção da saúde, prevenção, diagnóstico e tratamento de doenças e agravos, para enfrentar o desafio da dupla carga de doença. Prevalecem na população a obesidade e doenças crônicas não transmissíveis, lado a lado com as enfermidades infecciosas, parasitárias e carências nutricionais remanescentes. O povo das cidades, do campo e da floresta quer mais médicos e mais perspectivas de saúde e de justiça social.

A VIVÊNCIA DOS MAIS VELHOS EM UMA COMUNIDADE INDÍGENA GUARANI MBYÁ

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Filipa Daniela Marques

2015-08-01

Full Text Available É possível entender que o aumento de pessoas idosas no mundo requer uma perspectiva transcultural da adultez e da velhice. Assim, este estudo exploratório procurou compreender a dinâmica cultural de uma comunidade indígena, destacando o papel da pessoa mais velha. Para tal foram realizadas entrevistas abertas com roteiro semi-estrurado com seis interlocutores do Conselho de Anciãos do povo Guarani-Mbyá, de uma tradicional aldeia de São Paulo que se dispuseram a participar; e outras informações e impressões foram registradas ao longo da pesquisa num diário de campo. A análise do conteúdo sugeriu que "ser Guarani-Mbyá" é um modo de viver e estar, orientado para a preservação da tradição através da educação e religião; o papel dos mais velhos como guardiões e transmissores das tradições. Os resultados contribuem para olhar o envelhecimento sob outras perspectivas culturais.

O útil, o sagrado e o mais-que-sagrado no Xangô de Pernambuco

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Roberto Motta

1998-06-01

Full Text Available Resumo O sagrado e o útil encontram-se intimamente associados no Xangô de Pernambuco. O processo de iniciação coincide largamente com a busca da cura, enquanto os sacrifícios são ao mesmo tempo bons para rezar e para comer. Não existe portanto, ao contrário do que poderia pretender uma interpretação demasiadamente literal da sociologia da religião de Durkheim, uma separação radical entre o sagrado e o profano. Há entretanto, na experiência religiosa do Xangô, um momento em que o sagrado paira acima de toda análise funcional, transformando-se desta maneira no mais-que-sagrado, que transparece na festa e no transe extático. E é dessa experiência transcendente, implicando na comunhão emocional do grupo de culto, que surge a identidade mais íntima de cada fiel.

Stigma, social support, and treatment adherence among HIV-positive patients in Chiang Mai, Thailand.

Science.gov (United States)

Li, Michael Jonathan; Murray, Jordan Keith; Suwanteerangkul, Jiraporn; Wiwatanadate, Phongtape

2014-10-01

Our study assessed the influence of HIV-related stigma on treatment adherence among people living with HIV in Chiang Mai, Thailand, and whether social support had a moderating effect on this relationship. We recruited 128 patients living with HIV from Sansai Hospital, a community hospital in Chiang Mai, Thailand, and collected data through structured interviews. All forms of HIV-related stigma considered in this study (personalized experience, disclosure, negative self-image, and public attitudes) were negatively correlated with adherence to anti-retroviral regimens. Multiple linear regression indicated that total HIV-related stigma was more predictive of treatment adherence than any individual stigma type, after adjusting for socio-demographic and health characteristics. Tests of interaction showed that social support did not appear to moderate the association between HIV stigma and treatment adherence. Our findings suggest that community and government efforts to improve public perceptions about people living with HIV might promote treatment adherence behaviors among HIV-positive patients.

Prevalence of Haplorchis taichui and Haplorchoides sp. Metacercariae in Freshwater Fish from Water Reservoirs, Chiang Mai, Thailand

Science.gov (United States)

Nithikathkul, Choosak

2008-01-01

A parasitological investigation on trematode metacercariae was made on 62 freshwater fishes of 13 species in northern Thailand; Cyclocheilichthys apogon, Puntioplites proctozysron, Labiobarbus siamensis, Barbodes gonionotus, Barbodes altus, Henicorhynchus siamensis, Osteochilus hasselti, Notopterus notopterus, Mystacoleucus marginatus, Anabas testudineus, Systomus orphoides, Morulius chrysophykadian, and Hampala macrolepidota. The fish were caught over the summer period (February-May 2007) from 2 Chiang Mai water reservoirs, i.e., the Mae Ngad (UTM 47Q E 503200, 47Q N 2119300) and the Mae Kuang Udomtara (UTM 47Q E 513000, 47Q N 2092600) Reservoirs in Chiang Mai province, Thailand. The prevalence of heterophyid (Haplorchis taichui and Haplorchoides sp.) metacercariae in these fish was 83.9% and 74.2% in the Mae Ngad and Mae Kuang Udomtara Reservoirs, respectively. The highest intensity of heterophyid metacercariae in H. siamensis in the Mae Ngad was 120.4 and that in P. proctozysron in the Mae Kuang Udomtara was 180.0. The fish, A. testudineus, C. apogon, and M. chrysophykadian, were not found to be infected with H. taichui metacercariae. The results show that the freshwater fish in Chiang Mai water reservoirs are heavily infected with H. taichui and Haplorchoides sp. metacercariae. PMID:18552549

Eesti disaini uudised / Kai Lobjakas

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Lobjakas, Kai, 1975-

2005-01-01

Toivo Raidmetsa isiknäitus "Barokist dadani" Rotermanni soolalaos, tekstiilikunstnik Helena Palmi ehted. Disainitudeng Liina-Kai Raivet sai teise koha Itaalias keraamiliste plaatide konkursil "Marchitecture"

Gêneros de discurso e transgressão: por um ensino mais dinâmico e horizontalizado

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Glaucia Muniz Proença Lara

2017-02-01

Full Text Available Este artigo apresenta, à luz dos aportes oriundos da Linguística do Texto e do Discurso, o breve relato de uma experiência de ensino, com os seguintes objetivos: (a refletir, no âmbito da discussão em torno dos gêneros textuais/discursivos, sobre alguns conceitos caros aqueles que trabalham nesse domínio, particularmente o de transgressão de gêneros; e (b retratar, de forma sucinta, alguns desafios e pontos positivos das práticas de ensino construídas a partir dos conceitos previamente descritos. A referida experiência foi realizada, no período de março a dezembro de 2010, com alunos de uma escola estadual de Minas Gerais. O lapso temporal de seis anos entre a experiência e seu relato permitiu-nos analisar o processo, de forma mais objetiva e distanciada, de modo a apreender seus aspectos mais relevantes, de acordo com os objetivos traçados. Grosso modo, a partir dos estudos de Bakhtin (1992, 2000, Marcuschi (2002, Bronckart (2003, Maingueneau (2004 e Lara (2008, 2009, 2013, entre outros estudiosos, e com base em uma metodologia qualitativa, pretendemos, com este estudo, contribuir para o avanço das práticas de ensino, tomadas numa vertente mais dinâmica e integradora.

Burkhardt : dividendi võimaldab välja võtta maksude optimeerimine / Edward Burkhardt ; interv. Andres Reimer

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Burkhardt, Edward

2002-01-01

Eesti Raudtee nõukogu esimees Edward Burkhardt õigustab ettevõttest suuremahuliste dividendide väljavõtmist ja põhjendab seda maksude optimeerimisega. Kommenteerib majandusminister Liina Tõnisson

Kodaniku Infoportaal lihtsustab inimese suhtlust riigiga

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2002-01-01

Aprilli alguses tutvustasid teede- ja sideminister Liina Tõnisson ning AS Baltic Computer Systems nõukogu esimees Ants Sild avalikkusele Kodaniku Infoportaali (KIT - kodaniku infotehnoloogiline keskkond) projekti

Terceirização no Brasil: velhos dilemas e a necessidade de uma ordem mais includente

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Márcia da Silva Costa

Full Text Available Resumo Discussão sobre o fenômeno da subcontratação nas organizações contemporâneas. Tal fenômeno é aqui entendido como parte do processo mais amplo de flexibilização das instituições sociais e do trabalho que acompanhou o desmonte do fordismo e tem sido responsável pela fragmentação e precarização dos mercados de trabalho em todos os países industrializados. Adota-se aqui a perspectiva de análise na qual são discutidas as implicações da terceirização para os trabalhadores. À luz das teses da crise da sociedade salarial e da acumulação flexível, cuja referência é encontrada no pensamento da escola da regulação fordista, argumenta-se que a subcontratação, mais conhecida no Brasil como terceirização, reforça as relações de dominação e o controle social sobre a força de trabalho, rebaixando ou retirando direitos historicamente conquistados. Esse processo tem sido muito mais pernicioso em sociedades de democracia recente, como a brasileira, nas quais as novas práticas de flexibilização do trabalho contribuíram para fragilizar, ainda mais, a estrutura do mercado de trabalho, historicamente marcada pelos baixos salários, pela excessiva instabilidade do vínculo empregatício, pela baixa qualificação dos seus trabalhadores, pela fraca organização coletiva, pelos parcos direitos cidadãos. A despeito dos avanços nos indicadores do emprego e da renda na última década no país, a subcontratação tem se disseminado, o que reitera esse padrão predatório de relações de trabalho.

Estudo sobre o ensino de uma formação médica mais humana

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Sebastião Afonso Viana Macedo Neves

2017-01-01

Full Text Available Introdução: Uma educação mais voltada para humanização da relação médico paciente forma um profissional mais hábil para lidar com situações adversas na prática cotidiana. Objetivo: Relatar ações de extensão desenvolvidas pelos acadêmicos de medicina em ambiente hospitalar e domiciliar. Metodologia: As atividades foram realizadas durante as visitas nas enfermarias do hospital-escola e nos domicílios, contando com a participação de 5860 pessoas, durante o período de dezembro de 2005 a março de 2014. Resultados: Observou-se o desenvolvimento da abertura para escuta e o diálogo com os pacientes pelos profissionais da saúde. Conclusão: Verificou-se que as visitas domiciliares e hospitalares integraram o acadêmico de medicina a comunidade e permitiu o desenvolvimento das capacidades de humanização.

DISCRIMINATION 28S RIBOSOMAL GENE OF TREMATODE CERCARIAE IN SNAILS FROM CHIANG MAI PROVINCE, THAILAND.

Science.gov (United States)

Wongsawad, Chalobol; Wongsawad, Pheravut; Sukontason, Kom; Phalee, Anawat; Noikong-Phalee, Waraporn; Chai, Jong Yil

2016-03-01

Trematode cercariae are commonly found in many freshwater gastropods. These cercariae can serve to identify the occurrence of such trematodes as Centrocestus formosanus, Haplorchis taichui, Haplorchoides sp, and Stellantchasmus falcatus, which are important parasites in Chiang Mai Province, Thailand. As the species of these cercariae cannot be identified accurately based on morphology, this study employed sequencing of a fragment of 28S ribosomal DNA and phylogenetic analysis to identify the trematode cercariae found in freshwater gastropods in Chiang Mai Province. Eight types of trematode cercariae were identified, namely, distome cercaria (grouped with Philophthalmus spp clade), echinostome cercaria (grouped with Echinostoma spp clade), furcocercous cercaria (grouped with Posthodiplostomum sp/Alaria taxideae/Hysteromorpha triloba clade), monostome cercaria (grouped with Catatropis indicus clade), parapleurolophocercous cercaria (grouped with Haplorchoides sp clade), pleurolophocercous cercaria (grouped with Centrocestusformosanus clade), transversotrema cercaria (grouped with Transversotrema spp clade), and xiphidiocercaria (grouped with Prosthodendrium spp clade). These results provide important information that can be used for identifying these parasites in epidemiological surveys.

Mentorklubi süstib väikeettevõtjale tegutsemiskindlust / Teeli Remmelg

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Remmelg, Teeli

2005-01-01

Tallinna Mentorklubi tegevusest, kus väikeettevõtjad õpivad üksteise vigadest ja õnnestumistest. Kommenteerivad EASi mentorprogrammi koordinaator Liina Võrkaed ja Pro Konsultatsioonid, Tallinna Mentorklubi mentor Mait Raava

Zdess dõshite, zdess ne dõshite / Lidia Iljina

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Iljina, Lidia

2006-01-01

Tuntud politoloog Rein Taagepera tegi ettepaneku, et presidendikandidaadid läbiksid kohustuslikus korras arstliku läbivaatluse. Arvamused Toivo Tootsenilt, Liina Tõnissonilt ja psühholoog Jüri Ennetilt

Vesilinnu teekonnalt maailma otsa / Juhani Püttsepp

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Püttsepp, Juhani, 1964-

2011-01-01

Vassili Sarana dokumentaalfilmidest "Suur jõgi: Retk Leena lättele" ja "Delta", produtsent, helioperaator, jutustaja Riho Västrik ja monteerija Liina Triškina. Vestlusest dokumentalist Vahur Laiapeaga

Comparação dos casos mais contrastantes: método pioneiro central na era da globalização

OpenAIRE

Giraud,Olivier

2009-01-01

Este artigo trata da metodologia comparativa centrada nos casos mais contrastantes e mostra a utilidade crescente deste método no mundo atual, marcado pela escalada da globalização. O método dos casos mais diferentes foi desenvolvido nos anos sessenta, época em que se privilegiavam as abordagens estrutural-funcionalistas, que tendiam a mostrar a unicidade ou, pelo menos, a uniformidade das trajetórias de mudança ou de desenvolvimento das sociedades humanas. Esse método demonstrou, em contrapa...

Epidemiology of cercarial stage of trematodes in freshwater snails from Chiang Mai province, Thailand.

Science.gov (United States)

Chontananarth, Thapana; Wongsawad, Chalobol

2013-03-01

To investigate the epidemiological situation of cercarial trematodes infection in freshwater snails from different water resources in Chiang Mai province, Thailand. The snail specimens were collected from 13 districts of Chiang Mai province during April 2008 to February 2012. The prevalence of cercarial infection in snails was investigated using the crushing method. The drawing was done with the help of a camera lucida for the morphological study. A total of 2 479 snail individuals were collected and classified into 7 families, 11 genera, and 14 species, Among them, 8 snails species were found to be infected with an overall prevalence of 17.27% (428/2 479), which infected with nine groups of cercariae; gymnocephalous cercaria, strigea cercaria, megalurous cercaria, monostome cercaria, parapleurolophocercous cercaria (Haplorchis cercaria), pleurolophocercous cercaria, furcocercous cercaria (Transversotrema cercaria), xiphidiocercaria, and virgulate cercaria. The parapleurolophocercous cercaria was found to be the dominant type among the cercarial infection in the snails (64.25%). The various species of snails found in the research location act as the intermediate hosts for the high prevalence of parasitic infection of many species of mammals. This work will provide new information on both the distribution and first intermediate host of trematodes.

A Mitigation Technique of High-Power MAI in the Multimedia Optical CDMA System with the Optical Power Selector

Science.gov (United States)

Ohba, Kohki; Miyazawa, Takaya; Sasase, Iwao

In this paper, we propose a mitigation system of high-level multiple access interference (MAI) for multimedia optical Code-Division Multiple-Access (CDMA) systems using the optical power selector (OPS). The proposed system can eliminate high-intensity MAI at the receiver for low-priority users. Moreover, the proposed system can reduce by half the required number of code sequences compared to the conventional scheme. As a result, the proposed system can increase the number of weights at the same code-length and, thus, obtain higher code spreading gain. We analyze performances of the proposed system and show that both high-priority users and low-priority users achieve lower bit error rates in comparison to the conventional scheme.

Factors in the Achievement of Below-Replacement Fertility in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Papers of the East-West Population Institute, Number 96, March 1986.

Science.gov (United States)

Pardthaisong, Tieng

The study assesses the impact of family planning programs on the fertility of women in the Chiang Mai province of Thailand, where family planning programs were introduced early in 1963. The study documents and estimates the fertility trend of Chiang Mai's population from existing sources of data. A demographic survey, in which a random sample of…

The Use of Microorganism for Biological Control of Anthracnose in Nam Dok Mai Mango for Export

International Nuclear Information System (INIS)

Piadiang, Nattaya

2006-09-01

Antagonist were tested inhibition of mycelial growth of Collectorichum gloeosporioides, a causal agent of anthracnose on potato dextrose agar (PDA) revealed that 46 isolated that 46 isolate inhibited the growth of mycelia by 40.01-60.00 5. The selected four isolates inhibit the growth of fungal nycelia by 47.01-50.00 % including YFm1, YFm2, Y18 and AC2-1 were test for the potential reduce anthracnose lesion development on detected Nam Dok Mai mango by application of antagonistic microorganism before inoculation of C. gloeosporioides. This result slow that four isolate antagonistic reduced sized of lesion on Nam Dok Mai mango by 89.23, 75.38, 58.46 and 33.85 %, respectively as compare the control. Five isolate of antagonist including YFm1, YFm2, Y18, CLY35 and CLY23 could inhibited the growth of mycelia on PDA by 44.01-50.00 % were test the potential reduce anthracnose lesion development on detected Nam Dok Mai mango by application of antagonistic microorganism after inoculation of C. gloeosporioides. It was found that this application could not inhibit anthracnose on fruit mango as compare to the control. YFm1 were test for the potential inhibition anthracnose disease under field condition. It was found that YFm1 could control of C. gloeosporioides within 7 and 14 day after spraying antagonistic suspension. The efficiency test of YFm1 for anthracnose controlling on mango was followed by export treatment Azoxystrobin, ET-fon and showed 55.55%, 77.77 % and 88.88 % anthracnose infection and/or spoilage respectively

Kummardus Carl Linnéle / Andres Toode

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Toode, Andres

2010-01-01

Suur botaanik ja loodusteadlane Carl Linné soovitas oma sõjalise funktsiooni kaotanud kindlustesse või nende varemetesse ürdiaedu rajada. Narva linnus jätkab seda traditsiooni: linnuse Läänehoovi rajati Carl Linné aed. Konkursist võtsid osa ka Eesti Maaülikooli üliõpilased

Kummitusmaja ja fusion-köök = Haunted House and Fusion Cuisine / Kai Lobjakas

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Lobjakas, Kai, 1975-

2003-01-01

Tallinnas Rataskaevu 16 asuva jaapani toitu pakkuva restorani "Sushihouse" kujundus, ruumide restaureermine. Sisekujundajad Ain Nurmela ja Liina Link. Projekt 2001-2003, valmis 2003. Kõige muinsusteadlikumalt restaureeritud maja 2002. a. 3 ill

Armastus esimesest pilgust / Ene Vool

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Vool, Ene, 1948-

2005-01-01

Annika Tederi jaapani stiilis aiast kui tähtsast osast eluruumis, mille kujundamisel on abiks olnud Liina Rehepapp. Jaapani aedadest, jaapanlaste suhtumisest aiakunsti ja lisaks artikkel "Eriilmelised ja -otstarbelised jaapani aiad"

Reede, 22. november 2002 / Jerome Remy ; tõlk. Kalju Kruusa

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Remy, Jerome

2002-01-01

Eesti osalemisest 22. XI avataval XI Põhjamaade kultuurifestivalil Prantsusmaal Caenis. Festivali plakatil Peeter Toominga foto. Liina Siibi näitus "Le Carceri" uurib eesti ühiskonnas toimunud arhitektuuriruumide ja -identiteetide muundumisi

Marlowe ja elavad skulptuurid / Teet Veispak

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Veispak, Teet, 1955-

2005-01-01

"Continental Breakfast Tallinn : Nu performance'i" festivali raames Tallinna Linnagaleriis 2.-20. XI toimunud Liina Siibi näitusest "Marlowe" ja 24. XI Tallinna Kunstihoones toimunud näitusest "Elavad skulptuurid"

Personalitöö jätkub vanaviisi / Merike Lees

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Lees, Merike, 1976-

2008-01-01

Töölepingu seaduse eelnõust. Lisatud: kas plaanite esitada eelnõule oma ettepanekuid? Vastavad Sampo panga personalidirektor Liina Oks ja OÜ Expert2Ekspert juhatuse liige Kristi Mikiver ; tasub teada

The multi-level perspective and the scope for sustainable land use planning in Chiang Mai city

NARCIS (Netherlands)

Sangawongse, S.; Sengers, F.H.; Raven, R.P.J.M.

2012-01-01

This paper examines stability and change in land use and urban planning in Chiang Mai province, northern Thailand. Inappropriate land use zoning, lack of enforcement of city planning, lack of public transportation and many unresolved problems (e.g. frequent floods, traffic congestion) are indicative

A Constitucionalidade do Projeto Mais Médicos para o Brasil

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Janaina Pontes Cerqueira

2016-05-01

Full Text Available A escassez de profissionais médicos em determinadas áreas no Brasil é tema que sempre mereceu atenção especial do Estado. O Projeto Mais Médicos para o Brasil, implementado por meio da Medida Provisória nº 621, de 8 de julho de 2013, autoriza a atuação de médicos estrangeiros sob regime especial de aperfeiçoamento profissional no Sistema Único de Saúde (SUS, na Atenção Básica, possibilitando a cobertura médica assistencial em  regiões prioritárias e vulneráveis do país, e foi fruto de questionamento judicial junto ao Supremo Tribunal Federal, por meio de ação direta de inconstitucionalidade, que colocou em confronto os limites constitucionais de autorização para essa forma de atuação profissional. O estudo objetivou identificar os argumentos jurídicos utilizados pelos diversos atores que atuaram nas ADINs 5035-DF e 5037-DF, notadamente no que se refere ao Projeto Mais Médicos para o Brasil, ajuizadas no Supremo Tribunal Federal e analisá-los à luz da Teoria dos Direitos Fundamentais de Robert Alexy. Os resultados apontam que o Projeto, na sua estruturação legal, encontra legitimidade na medida em que não se confunde com a abertura de mercado de trabalho, institui regime específico de atuação profissional, com garantias essenciais dos indivíduos, atenta para diretrizes de cooperação internacional em saúde da Organização Mundial de Saúde (OMS e demonstra eficácia social com a concreta ampliação de acesso da população na cobertura assistencial até que medidas conjunturais e estruturantes da formação médica no Brasil sejam implementadas e alcancem resultados diretos à população usuária do SUS.

Programa mais médicos: uma revisão integrativa

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Ana Caroline Pereira Martins

2017-12-01

Full Text Available Objetivo: Descrever o conhecimento produzido na literatura acerca da criação do Programa Mais Médicos e sua repercussão no Brasil. Métodos: Revisão integrativa, realizada no período de 2013 a 2016, nas bases de dados: Scientific Electronic Library Online (SciELO, Literatura Latino-Americana e do Caribe em Ciências da Saúde (LILACS, Biblioteca Virtual em Saúde (BVS e na Coleciona SUS, utilizando-se os descritores: programa, médicos, atenção primária, atenção básica, saúde. Resultados: Foram selecionadas 21 publicações que atenderam aos critérios de inclusão, mas encontravam-se em periódicos com estratos intermediários e apresentaram baixo nível de evidência. Os principais resultados se referem à criação do Programa Mais Médicos (PMM e sua repercussão na classe médica, na população e na mídia. O PMM foi criado tendo como objetivo ampliar o acesso e atenuar as desigualdades em saúde através da distribuição de médicos em municípios considerados prioritários, ocasionou grande repercussão no Brasil, com posicionamentos diversos entre os órgãos governamentais, usuários, mídia e, em especial, entre a classe médica brasileira. Conclusão: Diminuir as desigualdades de alocação de médicos, no entanto, é uma ação difícil e que exige ações em longo prazo. Soma-se a necessidade de implantar estratégias como melhoraria de infraestrutura, melhor distribuição de insumos e equipamentos, apoio logístico e rede de atenção à saúde resolutiva, eficiente e eficaz em todos os níveis de atenção.

In planta gene expression analysis of Xanthomonas oryzae pathovar oryzae, African strain MAI1

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Verdier Valérie

2010-06-01

Full Text Available Abstract Background Bacterial leaf blight causes significant yield losses in rice crops throughout Asia and Africa. Although both the Asian and African strains of the pathogen, Xanthomonas oryzae pv. oryzae (Xoo, induce similar symptoms, they are nevertheless genetically different, with the African strains being more closely related to the Asian X. oryzae pv. oryzicola (Xoc. Results Changes in gene expression of the African Xoo strain MAI1 in the susceptible rice cultivar Nipponbare were profiled, using an SSH Xoo DNA microarray. Microarray hybridization was performed comparing bacteria recovered from plant tissues at 1, 3, and 6 days after inoculation (dai with bacteria grown in vitro. A total of 710 bacterial genes were found to be differentially expressed, with 407 up-regulated and 303 down-regulated. Expression profiling indicated that less than 20% of the 710 bacterial transcripts were induced in the first 24 h after inoculation, whereas 63% were differentially expressed at 6 dai. The 710 differentially expressed genes were one-end sequenced. 535 sequences were obtained from which 147 non-redundant sequences were identified. Differentially expressed genes were related to metabolism, secretion and transport, pathogen adherence to plant tissues, plant cell-wall degradation, IS elements, and virulence. In addition, various other genes encoding proteins with unknown function or showing no similarity to other proteins were also induced. The Xoo MAI1 non-redundant set of sequences was compared against several X. oryzae genomes, revealing a specific group of genes that was present only in MAI1. Numerous IS elements were also found to be differentially expressed. Quantitative real-time PCR confirmed 86% of the identified profile on a set of 14 genes selected according to the microarray analysis. Conclusions This is the first report to compare the expression of Xoo genes in planta across different time points during infection. This work shows that

Tegijate lemmik : kompaktne moodulmaja Laavu / Agneta Land

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Land, Agneta

2008-01-01

Eriprojekti järgi ehitatud eramutest ja valmismajadest, mille osad tehakse tehases ning transporditakse krundile püstitamiseks. Soome ehitusfirma Kannustalo moodulmajast Laavu, mis pälvis 2007. a. Habitare messil professionaalide auhinna kui messi parim ja aasta innovatiivseim toode. Maja projekteeris arhitektuuribüroo Heikkinen-Komonen (arhitektid Mikko Heikkinen, Markku Komonen). Küsimustele vastab Kannustalo tegevdirektor Mika Uusimäki. Mikko Heikkineni ja Markku Komoneni projekteeritud valmismaja "Puudutus" eksponeeritakse New Yorgi Moodsa Kunsti Muuseumi (MoMa) näitusel "Kodu koju kätte: moodsa elamu tootmine"

Radiation protection Aspects Using the Thermal Waters from the Felix-1 Mai-Oradea Geothermal Deposit

International Nuclear Information System (INIS)

Jurcut, T.; Cosma, C.; Pop, I.

2001-01-01

Full text: The geothermal 'Felix-1 Mai-Oradea' deposit is situated in the western part of Romania and it is well known long years ago. The waters of this deposit are used in the medical treatments in the two resorts (Felix and 1 Mai) and for heating and swimming pools in Oradea town. The deposit depth (2500-3000 m) determines a high temperature (66-900 deg. C) of these waters also a mineral content of 200-1400 mg/l, the main components being Ca and Mg. First time, during some years, the thermal water was directly used in the central heating radiators from 'Nufarul' residential district. At present a heating switch installation is utilised. The high radium content of these thermal waters comparatively with Italian or Japanese thermal waters suggested us a study of radium deposition on the inner walls of the pipes also in the inner central heating radiators. Analysing these depositions using a high resolution Ge-Li detector, the radium-226 and small quantities of radium-224 and 223 isotopes were registered. Average radium-226 deposition was 1200 Bq/kg. (author)

The Mais Médicos (More Doctors) Program, the infrastructure of Primary Health Units and the Municipal Human Development Index.

Science.gov (United States)

Soares, Joaquim José; Machado, Maria Helena; Alves, Cecília Brito

2016-09-01

The main objective of this article was to examine the context in which professionals working within the Mais Médicos (More Doctors) Program operate. This study used the infrastructure scale of primary health units (PHUs), which was recently developed by Soares Neto and colleagues to provide more information regarding the relationship between the infrastructure of PHUs and the Municipal Human Development Index (MHDI) of municipalities that received Mais Médicos Program doctors. Using exploratory and inferential statistics, the article shows that 65.2% of the PHUs that received Mais Médicos Program doctors had medium-quality infrastructure and only 5.8% of them had low-quality infrastructure. The correlation of 0.50 between the infrastructure indicator and the MHDI points to a moderate tendency for municipalities with low MHDIs to have more precarious PHUs. Using multiple linear regression analysis it can be inferred that the main factor that contributed to the increase in the infrastructure indicator of the PHUs was the average municipal income. On the other hand, the factor that negatively affected the infrastructure of the PHUs was being located in the north or northeast regions.

Detection of poliovirus infection in children with acute gastroenteritis in Chiang Mai, Thailand.

Science.gov (United States)

Kumthip, Kattareeya; Khamrin, Pattara; Maneekarn, Niwat

2017-05-01

Poliovirus (PV) is typically transmitted by the fecal-oral route, which means that the risk of infection and virus distribution could be achieved by exposure to the virus contaminated in food and water. The aim of this study was to determine the occurrence of PV strains by detecting the virus in pediatric patients who admitted to the hospitals with diarrhea in Chiang Mai, Thailand during 2010-2015. By applying a reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction and nucleotide sequencing analysis of 1,300 stool specimens collected from pediatric patients, PVs were detected at 0.61% (8 out of 1,300 specimens). Among eight PV positive samples, mixed infection with norovirus or human bocavirus was detected in one each out of eight cases. All PV strains detected in this study were characterized further by phylogenetic analysis of 343 bp of the 5' UTR and 315 bp of the partial VP1 sequences. The results revealed that eight PV strains detected in the present study two of each were PV1 and PV2, and four were PV3 serotypes of the Sabin vaccine strains. The data demonstrated the presence of PV1, PV2, and PV3 Sabin vaccine strains in children with acute gastroenteritis in Chiang Mai, Thailand. J. Med. Virol. 89:775-781, 2017. © 2016 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. © 2016 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.

Echinostoma revolutum: freshwater snails as the second intermediate hosts in Chiang Mai, Thailand.

Science.gov (United States)

Chantima, Kittichai; Chai, Jong-Yil; Wongsawad, Chalobol

2013-04-01

The occurrence of 37-collar spined echinostome metacercariae in freshwater snails was investigated in 6 districts of Chiang Mai Province, Thailand, from October 2011 to April 2012. A total of 2,914 snails that belong to 12 species were examined, and 7 snail species (Clea helena, Eyriesia eyriesi, Bithynia funiculata, Bithynia siamensis siamensis, Filopaludina doliaris, Filopaludina sumatrensis polygramma, and Filopaludina martensi martensi) were found infected with echinostome metacercariae. The prevalence of metacercariae was the highest in Filopaludina spp. (38.5-58.7%) followed by B. funiculata (44.0%), E. eyriesi (12.5%), B. siamensis siamensis (8.2%), and C. helena (5.1%). Metacercariae were experimentally fed to hamsters and domestic chicks, and adult flukes were recovered from both hosts at days 15 and 20 post-infection. The adult flukes were identified based on morphological features, morphometrics, host-parasite relationships, and geographical distribution. They were compatible to Echinostoma revolutum or Echinostoma jurini, with only minor differences. As the adults were recovered from both hamsters and chicks, our specimens were more compatible to E. revolutum rather than E. jurini (reported only from mammals). This is the first report for metacercariae of E. revolutum in the snail host, C. helena, and also confirmed that Filopaludina spp., E. eryresi, and Bithynia spp. act as the second intermediate hosts of E. revolutum under natural conditions, which are indigenously distributed in Chiang Mai province.

Riho Pätsi koolimuusika fond tunnustab parimaid / Inge Raudsepp

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Raudsepp, Inge, 1951-

2015-01-01

Riho Pätsi Koolimuusika Fond on üks Tallinna Ülikooli fondidest. Tänavused laureaadid on muusikaõpetaja Kadi Härma, klaveripedagoog Liina Jarovaja, helilooja Juhan Trump ning muusikapedagoogika uurija Anu Sepp

Eduard Tubina muuseum = The Eduard Tubin Museum

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2012-01-01

Eduard Tubina muuseumi ja ekspositsiooni kujundusest. Kogu mööbel ja vitriinkapid projekteeriti spetsiaalselt muuseumisse. Sisearhitektid Kärt Loopalu, Krista Thomson (OÜ Superellips), Liina Langemets, loetletud nende tehtud töid

Stockholmi Saarlaste Ühingu küünlapäev / Ilari Meerits ; fotod: Mai-Liis Teär

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Meerits, Ilari

2007-01-01

27. jaanuaril Stockholmi Eesti Majas Mai-Liis ja Jaan Teäre juhtimisel, sellel aastal oli külaliseks Tiiu Valmet, muusikaliste vahepaladega esinesid Charlotte, Carolina, Cecilia, Cassandra ja Alexander

Phytochemical screening, total phenolics and antioxidant activities of bark and leaf extracts of Goniothalamus velutinus (Airy Shaw from Brunei Darussalam

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Erum Iqbal

2015-07-01

Full Text Available Goniothalamus velutinus Airy Shaw belongs to the family Annonaceae which is known to have anticancer, antitumor and many other bioactivities. Natives of Sabah and Sarawak use root decoction of G. velutinus for the treatment of headache and food poisoning while the bark was used as a mosquito repellent. Bark and leaf extracts of this plant, obtained from Brunei Darussalam, were tested for phytochemical and antioxidant activities. Phytochemical screening of plant extracts revealed the presence of alkaloids, steroids, terpenoids and cardiac glycosides. Quantitative determination of total phenolics, total flavonoids, and various in vitro antioxidant activities (DPPH, ABTS and FRAP of methanolic extract was carried out using colorimetric methods. The total phenolic content, expressed as mg of gallic acid equivalent (GAE per gram of extract, was found to be 68 mg GAE/g and 78 mg GAE/g for bark and leaves respectively. The radical scavenging activity measurement, expressed in terms of EC50 (effective concentration of extract in μg/mL that reduces DPPH absorbance to 50% as compared to negative control, for leaf and bark extracts was found to be 155 μg/mL and 204 μg/mL respectively. Standards trolox and ascorbic acid show EC50 value of 5 μg/mL and 4 μg/mL respectively. Trolox equivalent antioxidant capacity (TEAC was measured using the ABTS and FRAP method. Result for bark and leaf extracts was 79 mg and 106 mg trolox equivalent (TE/g respectively for the ABTS method. For FRAP assay, results for bark and leaf extracts were 80 and 89 mg TE/g respectively.

Caenorhabditis elegans ATPase inhibitor factor 1 (IF1 MAI-2 preserves the mitochondrial membrane potential (Δψm and is important to induce germ cell apoptosis.

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

L P Fernández-Cárdenas

Full Text Available When the electrochemical proton gradient is disrupted in the mitochondria, IF1 (Inhibitor Factor-1 inhibits the reverse hydrolytic activity of the F1Fo-ATP synthase, thereby allowing cells to conserve ATP at the expense of losing the mitochondrial membrane potential (Δψm. The function of IF1 has been studied mainly in different cell lines, but these studies have generated contrasting results, which have not been helpful to understand the real role of this protein in a whole organism. In this work, we studied IF1 function in Caenorhabditis elegans to understand IF1´s role in vivo. C. elegans has two inhibitor proteins of the F1Fo-ATPase, MAI-1 and MAI-2. To determine their protein localization in C. elegans, we generated translational reporters and found that MAI-2 is expressed ubiquitously in the mitochondria; conversely, MAI-1 was found in the cytoplasm and nuclei of certain tissues. By CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing, we generated mai-2 mutant alleles. Here, we showed that mai-2 mutant animals have normal progeny, embryonic development and lifespan. Contrasting with the results previously obtained in cell lines, we found no evident defects in the mitochondrial network, dimer/monomer ATP synthase ratio, ATP concentration or respiration. Our results suggest that some of the roles previously attributed to IF1 in cell lines could not reflect the function of this protein in a whole organism and could be attributed to specific cell lines or methods used to silence, knockout or overexpress this protein. However, we did observe that animals lacking IF1 had an enhanced Δψm and lower physiological germ cell apoptosis. Importantly, we found that mai-2 mutant animals must be under stress to observe the role of IF1. Accordingly, we observed that mai-2 mutant animals were more sensitive to heat shock, oxidative stress and electron transport chain blockade. Furthermore, we observed that IF1 is important to induce germ cell apoptosis under certain types of

Auriga kaubanduskeskus Saaremaal = Auriga shopping centre, Saaremaa

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2009-01-01

Saaremaal Kudjape külas Tallinna t. 88 asuva Auriga kaubanduskeskuse sisekujundusest. Sisearhitektid Liina Saabas ja Kai Laanmets. Arhitekt Eero Palm. Sisearhitektide tähtsamate ühiselt tehtud tööde loetelu

Reaktsioon / Rait Avestik

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Avestik, Rait, 1974-

2007-01-01

Vastukaja "Eesti Ekspressi" kultuurilisas "Areen" ilmunud Liina Jürgeni kirjutisele, kus autor veebipäeviku vormis kajastas Vanemuises etendunud ameerika kirjaniku Laura Cunninghami tragikomöödiat "Beautiful Bodies", lavastaja Jüri Lumiste

2. XI avati Tallinna Linnagaleriis...

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2005-01-01

Festivali "Continental Breakfast Tallinn" ürituste raames Liina Siibi näitus "Marlowe". Kunstnik tõlgendab XVI sajandi inglise kirjaniku Christopher Marlowe elu, vandenõuteooriate ning tänase päeva valguses

Näitus "Eesti kirjanik karikatuuris" = Exhibition "Estonian writers in caricature"

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2011-01-01

Välinäitus pälvis Eesti Sisearhitektide Liidu 2010. a. näituse ja installatsiooni kujunduse preemia. Autorid: Kaarel Vahtramäe, Liina Jakobson, Mart Lankots, Janno Siimar (Velvet Creative Alliance)

President Andrus Aljase ohtlik lend / Paavo Kangur

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Kangur, Paavo, 1966-

2009-01-01

Estonian Airi president ja juhatuse esimees Andrus Aljas ettevõtte arengustsenaariumitest ja tegevusplaanidest järgmisteks aastateks. Estonian Airi positsioonist lennuturul. Vt. samas: Andrus Aljas; Fakte; Andrus Aljas: minu tööpäev

[Anu Mai Kõll. The village and the class war : anti-kulak campaign in Estonia] / Karsten Brüggemann

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Brüggemann, Karsten, 1965-

2015-01-01

Arvustus: Kõll, Anu Mai. The village and the class war : anti-kulak campaign in Estonia (Historical studies in Eastern Europe and Eurasia, 2). Central European University Press. Budapest and New York 2013

E quando os estudantes pedem mais disciplina? Estudo de caso e reflexões sobre autonomia e vida escolar

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Luiz Gustavo Silva Souza

Full Text Available O objetivo deste artigo é discutir o papel social da escola sob o ângulo da experiência estudantil e das relações que os alunos estabelecem com as regras. Relatamos um estudo de caso feito a partir de entrevistas com duas alunas ingressantes no ensino médio. Em seu discurso, as alunas criticaram o funcionamento da escola e demandaram mais disciplina e regras mais rigorosas. Em nossa análise, refletimos sobre a construção histórica da escola como instrumento disciplinar. Em seguida, analisamos os sentidos conferidos pelas alunas às experiências escolares, à família, à adolescência, às regras e ao futuro profissional. Discutimos o pedido por mais disciplina feito pelas alunas, tendo em vista, além do contexto sociohistórico, o conjunto de suas práticas, vivências e sentidos subjetivos. Afirmamos que, para construir uma escola capaz de promover autonomia, os educadores precisam considerar esses sentidos subjetivos, e as práticas escolares devem contemplar análises da existência psicossocial. Para concluir, afirmamos que a escola deve sustentar seu lugar de autoridade e referência para os jovens e, ao mesmo tempo, abrir-se para a compreensão e para a incorporação da alteridade.

Detection of environmental sources of Histoplasma capsulatum in Chiang Mai, Thailand, by nested PCR.

Science.gov (United States)

Norkaew, Treepradab; Ohno, Hideaki; Sriburee, Pojana; Tanabe, Koichi; Tharavichitkul, Prasit; Takarn, Piyawan; Puengchan, Tanpalang; Bumrungsri, Sara; Miyazaki, Yoshitsugu

2013-12-01

Histoplasmosis is a systemic mycosis caused by inhaling spores of Histoplasma capsulatum, a dimorphic fungus. This fungus grows in soil contaminated with bat and avian excreta. Each year, patients with disseminated histoplasmosis have been diagnosed in Chiang Mai, northern Thailand. No published information is currently available on the environmental sources of this fungus in Chiang Mai or anywhere else in Thailand. The aim of this study was to detect H. capsulatum in soil samples contaminated with bat guano and avian droppings by nested PCR. Two hundred and sixty-five samples were collected from the following three sources: soil contaminated with bat guano, 88 samples; soil contaminated with bird droppings, 86 samples; and soil contaminated with chicken droppings, 91 samples. Genomic DNA was directly extracted from each sample, and H. capsulatum was detected by nested PCR using a primer set specific to a gene encoding 100-kDa-like protein (HcI, HcII and HcIII, HcIV). Histoplasma capsulatum was detected in seven of 88 soil samples contaminated with bat guano, one of 21 soil samples contaminated with pigeon droppings and 10 of 91 soil samples contaminated with chicken droppings. The results indicate the possibility of the association of bat guano and chicken droppings with H. capsulatum in this area of Thailand.

ETV laiendab filmiskaalat / Tarmo Teder

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Teder, Tarmo, 1958-

2003-01-01

Eesti Televisioonis näidatud filme - Concordia tudengite "Hüvasti igaveseks, Värdjad!" : autorid Liina Paakspuu, Kadriann Kibus ja dokumentaalfilm sõjafotograaf James Nachtwey'st "Sõjafotograaf" ("War Photographer") : autor Christian Frei : Šveits 2001

Semester piiri taga, ookeanil loksuvas laevaauditooriumis / Agne Narusk

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Narusk, Agne

2008-01-01

Ülikoolist laevas, The Scholar Ship programmist, mis viib eri rahvusest üliõpilased neljaks kuuks ümbermaailma-õppereisile. Oma kogemusi laevas õppimisest jagavad Katrin Kaun, Natalja Tamm ja Hanna-Liina Linnasmäe

Pärnu Bay Golf Club = Pärnu Bay Golf Club / Arhitekt11

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2016-01-01

Pärnu Bay Golf Club, arhitektid Jürgen Lepper, Anto Savi, Margus Soonets, Janar Toomesso (Arhitekt11), sisearhitektid Liina Vaino, Kaari Metslang, Hannelore Kääramees (Arhitekt11). Kultuurkapitali Arhitektuuri sihtkapitali aastapreemia nominent 2016

Antidepressant-like effects of Gan-Mai-Dazao-Tang via monoamine regulatory pathways on forced swimming test in rats.

Science.gov (United States)

Huang, Hsiang-Ling; Lim, Swee-Ling; Lu, Kuan-Hung; Sheen, Lee-Yan

2018-01-01

Depression is a highly prevalent and recurrent mental disorder that impacts all aspects of human life. Undesirable effects of the antidepressant drugs led to the development of complementary and alternative therapies. Gan-Mai-Da-Zao-Tang (, gān mài dà zǎo tang) is a traditional herbal formula commonly used for the treatment of depression, but lack of scientific proof on its mechanism. It consisted of Glycyrrhiza uralensis Fisch. (licorice), Triticum aestivum L. (wheat) and Zizphus jujuba Mill. (jujube). The objective of this study is to investigate the antidepressant effects of Gan-Mai-Dazao-Tang and its ingredients in rats exposed to forced swimming test (FST). The 72 of male Nerl: Wistar rats (8 weeks old) were randomized into control (10 mL/kg bw H 2 O), licorice (0.4 g/kg bw), wheat (1.6 g/kg bw), jujube (0.5 g/kg bw), Gan-Mai-Da-Zao-Tang (2.5 g/kg bw of licorice: wheat: jujube in ratio of 5:20:6) and Prozac (18 mg/kg bw) groups. Samples were administered by oral gavage for 21 days. FST was performed on 21st day, with 15 min for pretest followed by 5 min for real test. Then, the animals were sacrificed and brain tissues were collected for monoamines analyses. The Gan-Mai-Da-Zao-Tang (LWJ) showed significantly down-regulation of immobility time, 3,4-dihydroxyphenylacetic acid (DOPAC) and DOPAC/dopamine (DA) turnover rates, and also enhanced the concentration of serotonin (5-HT) and DA in brain tissues, as compared with the control. The LWJ stated the potent antidepressant-like effect by modulating these monoamines concentration, while the licorice, wheat and jujube did not reported significant results as compared with control group. The positive control (Prozac) was noted with significantly reduction in body weight and appetite. In conclusion, the antidepressant-like effects of LWJ might be mediated by the regulation of monoamine neurotransmitters. Thus, it could beneficial in depression treatment as a complementary approach.

Spatial Correlation Analysis between Particulate Matter 10 (PM10) Hazard and Respiratory Diseases in Chiang Mai Province, Thailand

Science.gov (United States)

Trang, N. Ha; Tripathi, N. K.

2014-11-01

Every year, during dry season, Chiang Mai and other northern provinces of Thailand face the problem of haze which is mainly generated by the burning of agricultural waste and forest fire, contained high percentage of particulate matter. Particulate matter 10 (PM10), being very small in size, can be inhaled easily to the deepest parts of the human lung and throat respiratory functions. Due to this, it increases the risk of respiratory diseases mainly in the case of continuous exposure to this seasonal smog. MODIS aerosol images (MOD04) have been used for four weeks in March 2007 for generating the hazard map by linking to in-situ values of PM10. Simple linear regression model between PM10 and AOD got fair correlation with R2 = 0.7 and was applied to transform PM10 pattern. The hazard maps showed the dominance of PM10 in northern part of Chiang Mai, especially in second week of March when PM10 level was three to four times higher than standard. The respiratory disease records and public health station of each village were collected from Provincial Public Health Department in Chiang Mai province. There are about 300 public health stations out of 2070 villages; hence thiessen polygon was created to determine the representative area of each public health station. Within each thiessen polygon, respiratory disease incident rate (RDIR) was calculated based on the number of patients and population. Global Moran's I was computed for RDIR to explore spatial pattern of diseases through four weeks of March. Moran's I index depicted a cluster pattern of respiratory diseases in 2nd week than other weeks. That made sense for a relationship between PM10 and respiratory diseases infections. In order to examine how PM10 affect the human respiratory system, geographically weighted regression model was used to observe local correlation coefficient between RDIR and PM10 across study area. The result captured a high correlation between respiratory diseases and high level of PM10 in

Disainkaminad

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2007-01-01

Salongides Tulering, Tulepesad ja 12 kaminat ning Tondi kaminasalongis pakutavad kaminad. Kaminad Liina Ainomäe, Annes Arro, Kaire Kemp-Tischleri, Jorma Holmi, Külli Salumi ja Riina Hariku sisekujundusega ning Meelis Pressi prpjekteeritud eramutes

Teatrilugu nendest, kes teatris ei käi / Tuuli Koch

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Koch, Tuuli

2000-01-01

Nr. 52/1999. Martin McDonaghi "Mägede iluduskuninganna" Vanemuises, lavastaja Ain Mäeots. Esietendus oli 5. nov. Ka Ain Mäeotsa ja näitlejate Liina Tennosaare ning Margus Jaanovitsi arvamusi näidendist

The Need To Reposition The Insurance Logistics Management In M.A.I. Units

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Paul Gheorghe

2016-01-01

Full Text Available Logistics, considered by some authors as "a science of the future, has the aim ofof studydimensioning and correlation optimal flow of information and goods, in order to continuouslyadapt the organization to the environment" and is an essential component of management entity,especially in the context propagation production concept JIT (just in time, extended to financialsecurity. Providing specialized management and structural compatibility between M.A.I. unitscomponents and greater specialization of staff with similar tasks are achievable when theuniformity of the organization structure of the existing logistics structures subordinated M. A.I.

Colours Convey Lanna Identity in Lamphun and Chiang Mai Area

Science.gov (United States)

Raksawin, Karuna; Wonglaksanapan, Arphaphon; Suthasupa, Supagtra

2017-10-01

Colour control is a specific tool to identify local environment. Especially in the historic area or conservation area, to promote colour control is very necessary. Therefore, there are many standards of colour to control such as Munsell, colour name, and L*a*b*. This research is aimed to analyze the appropriate colour control by using a Munsell standard colour which is suitable to visual perception. The study area is scoped in northern region of Lanna culture in Thailand which nowadays used names of colours to control. Chiang Mai and Lamphun are selected to be case study because they are in a center of Lanna Empire of Thailand and have many historic significant things such as city wall, temple, monastery, palace, and city moat. The mainly procedure conducts in this article is based on the analysis of material colour. The study chose local natural materials which are used in the historic significant things. Earthen clay tile, wooden roof tile, burnt clay brick, laterites, hard wood, bamboo, silver, and gold are evaluated. The procedure used the DIC application of android processor on smart phone. This application has a conversion data to switch a colour value from pick-up point in photo to many colour values such as RGB, CMYK which Munsell value is included. The photos were taken within the historic area of Chiang Mai and Lamphun by random. The result can scope a range of colours of Munsell standard of natural colour (N), red (R), yellow (Y), and yellow-red (YR). A natural colour (N) can be suggested a range 1.0-9.0 (N 1.0-9.0). Red can be ranged the value between 3.0-7.0 and chroma between 3.0-9.0 (R 3.0-7.0/3.0-9.0). Yellow can be ranged the value between 6.0-9.0 and chroma between 4.0-12.0 (Y 6.0-9.0/4.0-12.0). Yellow-red can be ranged the value between 2.0-8.0 and chroma between 2.0-11.0 (YR 2.0-8.0/2.0-11.0). The results can be revealed a process of colour analysis of historic colour control and may offer to be an ordinance in further.

Armin Karu põrutab täiskäigul edasi / Koit Brinkmann

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Brinkmann, Koit

2006-01-01

AS-i Olympic Casino Group juhatuse esimees Armin Karu edukast aktsiaemissioonist, kasiinoärist, õpingutest ja eraelust. Lisa: Armin Karu. Kommenteerivad: Tõnis Rüütel, Liina Linsi, Jaan Karu, Marje Braunbrück ja Jaan Korpusov

Interjer ofisa otrazhajet litso firmõ / Nelli Pello

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Pello, Nelli

2008-01-01

Tallinnas Veerenni tänaval asuva MTV Eesti muusikakanali kontori kujundusest. Kujundasid Liina Vaino ja Raivo Raidvee. Tallinnas Kalamajas asuva disainibüroo Velvet tööruumide kujundusest. Kujundas Taavi Aunre. Kommenteerib sisearhitekt Kristiina Voolaid

Filmikool valis püha lehma / Eve Tisler

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Tisler, Eve

2007-01-01

Balti Filmi- ja Meediakool kuulutas välja filmifestivali "Holy Cow" võitjad, esikoha vääriliseks tunnistati Liina Paakspuu film "Ettevõtja". Kokku laekus konkursile 40 mängu-, dokumentaal- ja eksperimentaalfilmi ning telesaadet

Miskit pole häda? / Karlo Funk

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Funk, Karlo, 1971-

2000-01-01

Ilmar Raagi Hamleti-teemaline ingliskeelne mängufilm inglise näitlejatega "Miski on mäda ehk Kogu vale Hamletist" ("Something is Rotten or All the Lie About Hamlet") : operaator Madis Mihkelsoo : kunstnik Liina Unt

Eesti Raamatu Aasta kajastusi Ungaris : lühikroonika : 1. Ungari-Eesti Selts ja Szombathely Pedagoogikaülikool ; 2. Ungari Eesti Instituut ja Eesti Raamatu Aasta / Mai Kiisk-Bereczki

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Kiisk-Bereczki, Mai

2002-01-01

Kokkuvõte inglise k. lk. 95-96. Ka Ungaris välja antud eesti luuleantoloogiast "Kellade hellus" (koost. Mai Kiisk-Bereczki, Szombathely, 2000). Mais 2000 viibis Ungari Eesti Instituudi kutsel Budapestis Jaan Kaplinski

Elus on pornot rohkem kui kunstis / Aarne Mäe

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Mäe, Aarne, 1967-

2009-01-01

Erootilise kunsti näitusest "Elu 69" Rakvere Näitustemajas, näituse kuraator Teet Veispak, kujundaja Liina Siib. Lisa: Mis on kunstis porno ja erootika vahe? / vastavad Jaan Paavle, Leonhard Lapin, Simson von Seakyll, Teet Veispak

5 anos de trabalho, 10 edições e mais de 100 trabalhos publicados: a identidade da revista Navus

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Eduardo Gomes Carvalho

2016-01-01

Full Text Available Um dos principais veículos, se não o principal, para comunicação científica são os periódicos. Portanto, faz sentido estudar uma ou mais revistas científicas. Tais tipos de estudos não são raros na literatura, mesmo na brasileira, podendo citar como exemploMueller e Pecegueiro (2001. Esses estudos são importantes pois apresentam indicadores científicos de produção científica em uma determinada área. Assim, é objetivo do presente trabalho realizar uma análise bibliométrica da revista Navus buscando identificar características significativas da produção científica em gestão e tecnologia. A escolha do referido periódico se justifica primeiramente por publicar majoritariamente trabalhos nacionais, e em segundo por ser uma publicação jovem, trimestral e indexada em importantes bases. Serão apresentados os principais autores, os trabalhos mais relevantes do periódico e as palavras-chave mais utilizadas. Também serão apresentados caminhos para a melhoria da classificação do periódico no sistema Qualis de avaliação da Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível superior. 

Antidepressant-like effects of Gan-Mai-Dazao-Tang via monoamine regulatory pathways on forced swimming test in rats

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Hsiang-Ling Huang

2018-01-01

Full Text Available Depression is a highly prevalent and recurrent mental disorder that impacts all aspects of human life. Undesirable effects of the antidepressant drugs led to the development of complementary and alternative therapies. Gan-Mai-Da-Zao-Tang (甘麥大棗湯, gān mài dà zǎo tang is a traditional herbal formula commonly used for the treatment of depression, but lack of scientific proof on its mechanism. It consisted of Glycyrrhiza uralensis Fisch. (licorice, Triticum aestivum L. (wheat and Zizphus jujuba Mill. (jujube. The objective of this study is to investigate the antidepressant effects of Gan-Mai-Dazao-Tang and its ingredients in rats exposed to forced swimming test (FST. The 72 of male Nerl: Wistar rats (8 weeks old were randomized into control (10 mL/kg bw H2O, licorice (0.4 g/kg bw, wheat (1.6 g/kg bw, jujube (0.5 g/kg bw, Gan-Mai-Da-Zao-Tang (2.5 g/kg bw of licorice: wheat: jujube in ratio of 5:20:6 and Prozac (18 mg/kg bw groups. Samples were administered by oral gavage for 21 days. FST was performed on 21st day, with 15 min for pretest followed by 5 min for real test. Then, the animals were sacrificed and brain tissues were collected for monoamines analyses. The Gan-Mai-Da-Zao-Tang (LWJ showed significantly down-regulation of immobility time, 3,4-dihydroxyphenylacetic acid (DOPAC and DOPAC/dopamine (DA turnover rates, and also enhanced the concentration of serotonin (5-HT and DA in brain tissues, as compared with the control. The LWJ stated the potent antidepressant-like effect by modulating these monoamines concentration, while the licorice, wheat and jujube did not reported significant results as compared with control group. The positive control (Prozac was noted with significantly reduction in body weight and appetite. In conclusion, the antidepressant-like effects of LWJ might be mediated by the regulation of monoamine neurotransmitters. Thus, it could beneficial in depression treatment as a complementary approach.

Läbi klaasi tähtede poole / Margus Mikomägi

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Mikomägi, Margus, 1956-

2011-01-01

Meleski vanas klaasivabrikus Viljandimaal 6. augustil esietendunud Ugala teatri suvelavastusest "Läbi klaasi". Autor Mats Traat, lavastaja Priit Pedajas, kunstnik Liina Unt. Klaasitegemise osas andis nõu ja näitleja Aarne Sorole õpetas klaasipuhumist klaasikunstnik Eili Soon

"Continental Breakfast" Tallinnas / Anders Härm

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Härm, Anders, 1977-

2005-01-01

2.-24. XI Nu Performance Festival Kanuti gildi saalis ja Tallinna Kunstihoones. Osalejatest. Eestit esindab Katrin Essenson. Kunstihoones toimub satelliitüritusena näitus "Elavad skulptuurid", Linnagaleriis Liina Siibi näitus briti kirjanikust Christopher Marlowe'st

Kaitstud magistri- ja doktoritööd 2014

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2015-01-01

Magistritööd kaitsesid: Ekaterina Ermolaeva, Helena Haller, Kadri Kallast, Ville-Matti Aleksi Kataja, Laura Kiiroja, Alina-Ruxanda Mircea, Tatjana Pilipoveca, Liina Sieberk, Katsiaryna Suryna, Fatemeh Tavakoli, Ele Viskus; doktoritööd kaitses Vadim Verenitš

Swiss Property kontor = Offices of Swiss Property / kommenteerinud Tõnis Sõõrumaa

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2015-01-01

Swiss Property kontoriruumid Tallinnas Rotermanni 8. Sisekujunduse autorid Kätlin Ölluk, Tiina Kesküla, Katy Seppel, Aet Kiivet, Liina Rohtlaan, Marita Mätas, Lilian Esing, Kristin Boginski (Swiss Property); arhitektid Yoko Azukawa, Hanno Grossschmidt, Tomomi Hayashi

Postkommunistlik kultuur ja kunst - kas müürid on lõhutud ? / Katrin Käärik ; foto: Katrin Käärik

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Käärik, Katrin, 1950-

1999-01-01

Stockholmi Moodsa Kunsti Muuseumis avati 16. oktoobril 1999 rahvusvaheline näitus "Pärast müüri : kunst ja kultuur postkommunistlikus Euroopas", näitusest võtavad osa Jaan Toomik, Liina Siib, Kai Kaljo ja Inessa Josing

Eesti teatri aastaauhinnad 2004. aasta loomingu eest

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2006-01-01

Lavastajaauhind Tiit Ojasoo, naisnäitleja auhind Epp Eespäev, meesnäitleja Hendrik Toompere jun., naiskõrvalosatäitja Kadri Lepp, meeskõrvalosatäitja Herardo Kontreras, kunstnikuauhind Jaak Vaus, žürii eriauhind lavastaja Anne Türnpule ja kunstnik Liina Tepandile "Valgelaev ja taevakäijad" eest, kriitikuauhind Kristiina Garancis, Kristallkingakese auhind Mirtel Pohla ja Kaspar Jancis, muusikalavastuse auhind "Eesti ballaadid" kooslusele, tantsulavastuse auhind Maria Seletskajale ja ZUGA Ühendatud Tantsijatele, Priit Põldroosi preemia Aime Unt, Ants Lauteri preemia Indrek Saar, Liina Vahtrik, Salme Reegi preemia Peeter Tammearu, Aleksander Kurtna preemia Martin Algus, Natalie Mei preemia Eldor Renter, balleti- ja tantsulavastuse eriauhind Kaie Kõrb, Georg Otsa preemia Mati Kõrts, Salme Reegi preemia Peeter Tammearu, Karl Adra preemia Aarne Üksküla, Helmi Tohvelmani preemia Aleksander Eelmaa, Voldemar Panso preemia Mari-Liis Lill

Direct generation of abruptly focusing vortex beams using a 3/2 radial phase-only pattern.

Science.gov (United States)

Davis, Jeffrey A; Cottrell, Don M; Zinn, Jonathan M

2013-03-20

Abruptly focusing Airy beams have previously been generated using a radial cubic phase pattern that represents the Fourier transform of the Airy beam. The Fourier transform of this pattern is formed using a system length of 2f, where f is the focal length of the Fourier transform lens. In this work, we directly generate these abruptly focusing Airy beams using a 3/2 radial phase pattern encoded onto a liquid crystal display. The resulting optical system is much shorter. In addition, we can easily produce vortex patterns at the focal point of these beams. Experimental results match theoretical predictions.

Problemas ginecológicos mais freqüentes em mulheres soropositivas para o HIV

OpenAIRE

Melo, Victor Hugo de; Araújo, Angela Cristina Labanca de; Rio, Suzana Maria Pires do; Castro, Lúcia Porto Fonseca de; Azevedo, Andrea Alves de; Castro, Mariana Moreira de

2003-01-01

OBJETIVO: apresentar os achados ginecológicos mais freqüentes de uma coorte de 300 mulheres infectadas pelo HIV, acompanhadas ambulatorialmente. MÉTODOS: estudo prospectivo e descritivo de mulheres HIV-soropositivas atendidas em clínica ginecológica, no período de novembro de 1996 a dezembro de 2002. As pacientes foram submetidas ao protocolo de atendimento ginecológico que incluiu anamnese, exame ginecológico, colpocitologia oncótica (Papanicolaou), pesquisa de HPV (PCR) e colposcopia. A bió...

Ruumikujundused eelmisel aastal / Tuuli Org

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Org, Tuuli

2007-01-01

Kokkuvõtted Kuressaare linna 2006. aasta ilusamatest ruumikujundustest: Ereki kontorihoone Pihtla tee 28 (Vello Liiv), kohvik Classic Lossi 9 (Kai Laanmets, Liina Saabas), Kuressaare gümnaasium Nooruse 1 (Vello Liiv), Vinoteek Lossi 4 (Ülle Kiirend, Anne Olop)

Filmil on Sõpruse kinos kohtumine - ta kohtub fotoga

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2011-01-01

Eesti esimesest fotofilmide festivalist 14. okt.-l Tallinnas kinos Sõprus, tutvustavad kuraatorid Anna Hints ja Alis Mäesalu. Lühidalt eesti fotofilmi ajaloost, rahvusvahelisest fotofimide konkursist "Ajatu lugu". Seminaril ettekanded Liina Siibilt ja Gusztáv Hámosilt (Saksamaa)

Turkka, Nokia-Ollila ja Rosa Luxemburg / Tambet Kaugema

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Kaugema, Tambet

2001-01-01

Von Krahli Teatris esietendus Jouko Turkka näidend "Connecting people", lavastaja Erik Söderblom Soomest, kunstnik Liina Keevallik. Esietendus 15. jaan. Arvamusi lavastusest avaldavad ka kultuuritoimetaja Valle-Sten Maiste, meediaärimees Rein Lang ja teatrijuht Peeter Jalakas

"Eesti lood" - kiiduväärt ettevõtmine / Tue Steen Müller ; tõlk. Marje Jurtšenko

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Müller, Tue Steen

2004-01-01

Euroopa dokumentalistika ekspert arvustab kuut 2003.a. tõsielufilmi sarjast "Eesti lood" : "Mees, kes avab uksi" (režii Igor Ruus), "Naeratavad naised" ja "Tuleproov" (Liina Trishkina), "Konfiskeeritud" (Asko Kase), "Järelevalveinspektor" (Madli Lääne), "Hunt" (Priit Valkna)

Eesti foto Berliinis

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2003-01-01

Berliinis Giedre Bartelti galeriis kaheksa eesti kunstniku fotonäitus "(Un)Dressed Body in the Baltic Photo Art vol. 2 : Estonia" - Ene-Liis Semper, Peeter Laurits, Mark Raidpere, Liina Siib, Ly Lestberg, Mare Tralla, Margot Kask ja Tanel Veenre

Naaber on huvitav / Gudrun Holz

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Holz, Gudrun

2004-01-01

Oberhauseni rahvusvahelisest lühifilmifestivalist, mis toimus 29. aprillist 4. maini. Ka eesti filmidest : Pärtel Taali "Porgand", Killu Sukmiti ja Mari Laanemetsa "Jätke võtmed väljapoole, kui lahkute", Jaan Toomiku "Liina", Andres Maimiku "Kurat saunas"

Participação dos municípios de pequeno porte no Projeto Mais Médicos para o Brasil na macrorregião norte do Paraná

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Fernanda de Freitas Mendonça

Full Text Available Resumo Resumo Em municípios de pequeno porte, que em geral são situados em áreas geográficas mais isoladas, combinado com situações de maior vulnerabilidade social e econômica, a escassez de médicos é um problema constante. O objetivo deste estudo foi identificar a participação e as características dos municípios de pequeno porte da macrorregião norte do estado do Paraná que aderiram ao Projeto Mais Médico para o Brasil (PMMB. Trata-se de um estudo quantitativo realizado em 82 municípios que utilizou dados primários e secundários. Os resultados revelaram que eram poucos os municípios que possuíam algum critério de adesão (6,1%, mas isso não representou um impedimento para que os demais aderissem ao projeto (75,6%. Os municípios que possuíam menores índices de desenvolvimento humano, que tinham população de mais de cinco mil habitantes, algum critério de adesão e que eram mais afastados, seja da sede da região, seja do município de médio/grande porte mais próximo foram os que mais aderiram ao PMMB. Não se pode negar que o PMMB reduziu de forma significativa a distribuição desigual de médicos no Brasil e na região de estudo. Contudo, a sustentabilidade dessa política precisa estar atrelada ao enfrentamento de outros desafios que ainda persistem no SUS.

Subsequent Oophorectomy and Ovarian Cancer after Hysterectomy for Benign Gynecologic Conditions at Chiang Mai University Hospital.

Science.gov (United States)

Jitkunnatumkul, Aurapin; Tantipalakorn, Charuwan; Charoenkwan, Kittipat; Srisomboon, Jatupol

2016-01-01

This study was undertaken to determine the incidence of subsequent oophorectomy due to ovarian pathology or ovarian cancer in women with prior hysterectomy for benign gynecologic conditions at Chiang Mai University Hospital. Medical records of women who underwent hysterectomy for benign gynecologic diseases and pre-cancerous lesions between January 1, 2004 and December 31, 2013 at Chiang Mai University Hospital were retrospectively reviewed. The incidence and indications of oophorectomy following hysterectomy were analyzed. During the study period, 1,035 women had hysterectomy for benign gynecologic conditions. Of these, 590 women underwent hysterectomy with bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy and 445 hysterectomy with bilateral ovarian preservation or unilateral salpingo-oophorectomy. The median age was 47 years (range, 11-75 years). Ten women (2.45 %) had subsequent oophorectomy for benign ovarian cysts. No case of ovarian cancer was found. The mean time interval between hysterectomy and subsequent oophorectomy was 43.1 months (range, 2-97 months) and the mean follow-up time for this patient cohort was 51 months (range, 1.3-124.9 months). According to our hospital-based data, the incidence of subsequent oophorectomy in women with prior hysterectomy for benign gynecologic conditions is low and all present with benign conditions.

An investigation of cloud base height in Chiang Mai

Science.gov (United States)

Peengam, S.; Tohsing, K.

2017-09-01

Clouds play very important role in the variation of surface solar radiation and rain formation. To understand this role, it is necessary to know the physical and geometrical of properties of cloud. However, clouds vary with location and time, which lead to a difficulty to obtain their properties. In this work, a ceilometer was installed at a station of the Royal Rainmaking and Agricultural Aviation Department in Chiang Mai (17.80° N, 98.43° E) in order to measure cloud base height. The cloud base height data from this instrument were compared with those obtained from LiDAR, a more sophisticated instrument installed at the same site. It was found that the cloud base height from both instruments was in reasonable agreement, with root mean square difference (RMSD) and mean bias difference (MBD) of 19.21% and 1.58%, respectively. Afterward, a six-month period (August, 2016-January, 2017) of data from the ceilometer was analyzed. The results show that mean cloud base height during this period is 1.5 km, meaning that most clouds are in the category of low-level cloud.

An ASEAN Ion Beam Analysis Center at Chiang Mai University, Thailand

International Nuclear Information System (INIS)

Tippawan, U.; Kamwann, T.; Yu, L.D.; Intarasiri, S.; Puttaraksa, N.; Unai, S.; Thongleurm, C.; Singkarat, S.

2014-01-01

To contribute to the development of nuclear science and technology in Thailand, a comprehensive ion beam analysis center unique in the ASEAN region has recently been established at Chiang Mai University, Thailand. The center is equipped with a 1.7-MV Tandetron tandem accelerator with an ion beam analysis beam line. The beam line is currently capable of performing ion beam analysis techniques such as Rutherford Backscattering Spectrometry (RBS), RBS/channeling, Elastic BackScattering (EBS), Particle Induced X-ray Emission (PIXE) and Ionoluminescence (IL) with assistance of commercial and in-house-developed softwares. Micro ion beam for MeV-ion mapping using programmable aperture or capillary focusing techniques is being developed. Ion beam analysis experiments and applications have been vigorously developed, especially for novel materials analysis focused on archeological, gemological and biological materials besides other conventional materials.

Heritage, cultural diversity and education school: education in Programa Mais Educação on heritage

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Rodrigo Manoel Dias da Silva

2016-04-01

Full Text Available This article aims to understand the relationship between heritage education and cultural diversity in Brazilian educational politics, with emphasis on analysis of ministerial documents that belong to heritage education as a theme in Programa Mais Educação. The authors analyze two shifts in the production of sense historically attributed to heritage education and its relationship with contemporary schooling processes.

Preliminary Monitoring of Soil gas Radon in Potentially Active Faults, San Sai District, Chiang Mai Province, Thailand

Science.gov (United States)

Pondthai, P.; Udphuay, S.

2013-05-01

The magnitude of 5.1 Mw earthquake occurred in San Sai District, Chiang Mai Province, Thailand in December 2006 was considered an uncommon event due to the fact that there was no statistical record of such significant earthquake in the area. Therefore the earthquake might have been associated with a potentially active fault zone within the area. The objective of this study is to measure soil gas radon across this unknown fault zone within the Chiang Mai Basin, northern Thailand. Two profiles traversing the expected fault zone of soil gas radon measurements have been monitored, using TASTRAK solid state track nuclear detectors (SSNTDs). Radon signals from three periods of measurement show a distinctive consistent spatial distribution pattern. Anomalous radon areas along the profiles are connected to fault locations previously interpreted from other geophysical survey results. The increased radon signal changes from the radon background level with the signal-to-background ratio above 3 are considered anomalous. Such pattern of radon anomaly supports the existence of the faults. The radon measurement, therefore is a powerful technique in mapping active fault zone.

"Charley tädi" Vanemuises

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2001-01-01

17. märtsil esietendus Vanemuises Oleg Titovi lavastuses koomiline film-ballett "Charley tädi" (Brandon Thomase samanim. farsi järgi) A. Adami ning L. Andersoni muusikale. Lavakujunduse ja kostüümid tegi Liina Unt, nimirollis Juri Petrov

Rein Raua kuraatoridebüüt

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2001-01-01

Hausi galeriis Rein Raua kureeritud rahvusvaheline kunstinäitus "KevadSuviSügisTalv. Murdumispunkt". Esinevad Eve Kask, Peeter Laurits, Dainius Lickevicius, Rehka Menon, Mall Nukke, Herkki Merila, Jorma Puranen, Rosita Raud, Ene-Liis Semper, Liina Siib, S. ja P. Stanikas

Eesti tants ühines Dogma-manifestiga / Tiit Tuumalu

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Tuumalu, Tiit, 1971-

2001-01-01

"1=3 õige või vale" (idee autor ja lavastaja Jarmo Karing), kunstnik Liina Tepand, esietendus 1. märtsil Tartu Teatrilaboris; "1973. Võrrand kolme muutuja ja ühe puudujaga" ( idee autor Tiina Mölder), esietendus 1. aprillil Mustpeade Majas

Ingmar Muusikuse foto Flash Artis

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

1999-01-01

Flash Arti 1999. a. oktoobrinumbris virtuaalse näituse rubriigis Ando Keskküla artikkel radikaalsemast eesti kunstist ja kunstielust postsotsialistlikul ajastul. Illustratsiooniks Liina Siibi fotokompositsioonid, Ingmar Muusikuse foto Raoul Kurvitza, Ene-Liis Semperi ja Kiwa Eesti Panga performance'ist

30. XI avati Y-galeriis...

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2005-01-01

Projekt "Mina, uurija". Mardus K, Martini ja Liis Keerberg esitavad fotodokumente, videosid jms, mille abil tõstatavad ning püüavad lahendada uurijatöös ettetulevaid küsimusi. P- ja T-saalis saab vaadata Liina Veedleri installatsioone

EVALUATION OF THE “MAIS MÉDICOS” (“MORE DOCTORS” PROGRAM AS A STRENGTHENING POLICY OF PRIMARY HEALTHCARE

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Silvania Moraes Costa

2017-07-01

Full Text Available The “Mais Médicos” (“More Doctors” Program in Brazil aims to solve the shortage of doctors by providing Brazilian and foreign professionals to work in cities with difficult access and marked socioeconomic vulnerability. This study aims to describe existing researches on the implementation of the “Mais Médicos” (More Doctors Program on Primary Healthcare. This is a descriptive research, in the form of an integrative review of literature according to data collection in the online databases: BVS and Scielo, with interrelations of Boolean operators and and or. The studies analyzed are: opinion articles, editorials, open space technology and debates, denoting the scarcity of original research carried out in this area. It is perceived that SUS (“Brazilian Unified Health System” needs to develop much more to guarantee the universal right to health, since the population, besides the necessity of more doctors, also needs better perspectives of health and social justice.

Poliitilise liidri stiil muutuvas maailmas / Ülle Toode

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Toode, Ülle, 1969-

2016-01-01

Poliitiku edukuse hindamisel on sotsiaalvõrgustike ja n-ö otse-eetri ajastul aina olulisemaks saanud liidri kommunikatsioon. Liidri edukuse hindamise kriteeriumidest. Juhi käitumisstiilidest, mis kajastuvad ka retoorikas ja kommunikatsioonistiilis

Hea toode ja lisateenused viivad sihile / Rivo Sarapik

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Sarapik, Rivo, 1981-

2004-01-01

Automüüjate TOP-i 3. koht. AS-i Esma Auto juhataja Urmas Brück'i hinnangul tagab edu automargi Mazda populaarsus, hea disain ja lisateenused. Diagramm: ASi Esma Auto käive ligi veerand miljardit. Lisa: ASi Esma Auto CV

Questões mais freqüentes na área de astronomia

Science.gov (United States)

Segundo, H. A. S.; Garcia, G. C.; Caretta, C. A.; Lima, F. P.

2003-08-01

É amplamente reconhecido que as pessoas em geral têm grande fascínio e interesse pela Astronomia. Por outro lado, o conteúdo dessa área incluído no ensino formal está longe de ser abrangente e suficiente para suprir a demanda. Esse interesse permite otimizar a divulgação e o ensino não formal de Astronomia aliando a adequação do conteúdo à expectativa das pessoas. Nesse intuito, nosso trabalho busca mapear que assuntos da Astronomia despertam mais a atenção e o interesse das pessoas e o quanto disso é estimulado pela mídia, que freqüentemente aproveita-se desse interesse de forma sensacionalista, trazendo contribuições positivas e negativas. Para esta avaliação, utilizamos as pesquisas específicas e de caracterização do público que freqüentou o MAst nos anos de 2001 a 2003, pesquisa das matérias de Astronomia veiculadas na mídia escrita da cidade do Rio de Janeiro no mesmo período, além da base de dados do programa Pergunte a um astrônomo, realizado no Observatório Nacional nos anos de 1997 a 1999. Para a análise dos dados, dividimos as perguntas em dez categorias, cada uma com suas subcategorias, tomando como referência as divisões, comissões e grupos de trabalho da IAU. Apresentamos neste trabalho os resultados dessa pesquisa, que incluem, entre outros, a predominância de questões nas categorias Observação do Céu e Sistemas Planetários enquanto nos jornais dominam as notícias de Sistemas Planetários e Espaço & Astronáutica. Outro resultado interessante indicou que as dúvidas de crianças do ensino fundamental se concentram em algumas categorias enquanto as questões de adultos são mais distribuídas por todas as categorias. Os resultados dessa pesquisa serão aplicados diretamente no aperfeiçoamento das atividades do Programa de Observação de Céu, bem como na elaboração de novos projetos e eventos realizados no MAst.

Indispensable factors influence the quasi-bound levels of biased multi-barrier quantum well structures

International Nuclear Information System (INIS)

Wang Hongmei; Xu Huaizhe; Zhang Yafei

2005-01-01

A few of mistakes made in transfer matrix method of Airy functions in previous literatures have been identified and corrected in this work. By using our improved transfer matrix method of Airy functions, quasi-bound level dependence upon carrier effective masses, bias, well width, barrier width and height has been investigated systematically for several biased/unbiased double/triple-barrier quantum well structures. Its validity and accuracy has been proved by comparisons with other currently used techniques. It is shown that our improved transfer matrix method of Airy functions is more promising for evaluating and designing intra-band transition far-infrared detectors and quantum cascade lasers

FÁRMACOS ANTI-INFLAMATÓRIOS NÃO ESTEROIDAIS MAIS DISPENSADOS EM UMA FARMÁCIA COMERCIAL DO MUNICÍPIO DE ITAOCARA, ESTADO DO RIO DE JANEIRO, BRASIL

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Afonso Ferreira SILVA

2015-12-01

Full Text Available Foi realizada uma pesquisa em uma drogaria localizada no município de Itaocara, estado do Rio de Janeiro no período de janeiro a junho de 2011. O objetivo da pesquisa foi verificar quais são os anti-inflamatórios não esteroidais (AINEs mais dispensados bem como as principais associações. Os resultados revelaram a dispensação total de 14.072 AINEs com maior dispensação no mês de junho com um total de 2.885 dispensações (20,50%, sendo o mês de fevereiro o de menor índice de dispensações, no total de 1.766 (12,55%. Um total de 6.359 formulações (45,19% continha apenas um princípio ativo, enquanto que 7.713 formulações (54,81% apresentavam dois ou mais princípios ativos associados. Dentre as formulações isoladas, as três mais dispensadas foram a dipirona com um total de 45,90% das vendas, seguida do ácido mefenâmico (20,96% e do paracetamol (11,23%. Dentre as formulações associadas, 7.713 no total, as três mais dispensadas incluíram a dipirona + escopolamina (26,25%, seguida de dipirona + cafeína + mucato de isometrepteno (21,76% e da dipirona + cafeína + orfenadrina (17,75%. O princípio ativo mais presente nas associações foi a cafeína seguida da dipirona e do paracetamol.  De acordo com a metodologia utilizada é possível concluir que os AINEs constituem-se em fármacos com alta dispensação nas drogarias, sendo maior nos meses de maio e junho; a dipirona é o mais dispensado, principalmente na forma associada; seguida pelo ácido mefenâmico e pelo paracetamol. A automedicação é frequente em relação ao uso de tais medicamentos.

Suur rahvusvaheline välisbalti arhiivide konverents südasuvises Tartus / Mai Raud-Pähn ; fotod Madis Laas

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Raud-Pähn, Mai, 1920-

2006-01-01

Ettekannetega esinesid: Tiiu Kravtsev, Riina Reinvelt, Juta Kivimäe, Piret Noorhani, Merike Kiipus, Anu Korb, Anne Valmas, Mihkel Volt, Mare Rand, Inga Kuljus, Enn Mainla, Roland Weiler, Teas Tanner, Tiina Kirss, Jüri Kivimäe, Enda-Mai Michelson-Holland, Andrae, Carl Göran, Katrin Meerits ja Maie Barrow

Ärgake! Toimub Rauma Biennale Balticum 2006 / Ave Randviir

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Randviir, Ave, 1981-

2006-01-01

Soomes Rauma kunstimuuseumis, linnaruumis ja Lönnströmi kunstimuuseumis 1. oktoobrini 2006 toimuvast biennaalist Rauma Biennale Balticum 2006 - "Wake up!". Eestit esindavad Alice Kask, Marko Mäetamm, Liina Siib ja Sirja-Liisa Vahtra. Näituse kuraatorid Janne Koski ja Henna Paunu

Prantslased otsisid eestlaste juurest virmalisi / Henry Schmidt

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Schmidt, Henry

2002-01-01

XI Põhjamaade kultuurifestival "Les Boréales" Prantsusmaal Caenis kutsus peakülaliseks Eesti. Eesti kunsti esindanud Raivo Kelomees Tartu Kõrgema Kunstikooli ja Jaan Toomik EKA üliõpilastega näitasid oma videokunsti, Liina Siibi näitus oli Alam-Normandia kunstikeskuses

"Klass : elu pärast" võitis peaauhinna

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2009-01-01

Genfis toimunud rahvusvahelisel festivalil Cinema Tous Ecrans sai telesarjade võistlusprogrammis peaauhinna ETV sari "Klass : elu pärast", produtsent Gerda Kordemets, stsenarist Margit Keerdo, režissöörid Ilmar Raag, Gerda Kordemets, Liina Paakspuu, Priit Valkna ja Marek Miil

"Klass : elu pärast" võitis rahvusvahelisel festivalil peaauhinna

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2009-01-01

Genfis toimunud rahvusvahelisel festivalil Cinema Tous Ecrans sai telesarjade võistlusprogrammis peaauhinna ETV sari "Klass : elu pärast", produtsent Gerda Kordemets, stsenarist Margit Keerdo, režissöörid Ilmar Raag, Gerda Kordemets, Liina Paakspuu, Priit Valkna ja Marek Miil

Võru linnagaleriis avati kolm uut näitust

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2009-01-01

26. oktoobrist 20 novembrini on Võru Linnagaleriis avatud Ruti Jõgi joonistuste ja Aivar Rumvoldi maalide näitus "Koos. Omaette", Marek Hämmelbergi isikunäitus "Tuvi ämm" ning grupi Sigmund Freud (Liina Guiter, Katrin Tees, Helen Melesk) näitus "Keemia"

Благодаря лекциям одной минуты наука стала ближе / Айри Илиссон-Круз ; интервьюировала Ада Мальцева

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Илиссон-Круз, Айри, 1980-

2014-01-01

Tallinna Ülikooli loengute sarjast, mille idee autor ja konsultant on Balti Filmi- ja Meediakooli õppejõud Indrek Treufeldt, kaasa löövad Tallinna Ülikooli turundus- ja kommunikatsiooniosakond, produtsent Airi Ilisson-Cruz ja e-õppekeskus, operaatorid-monteerijad Kristjan Madalvee ja Tarmo Lehari. Intervjuu loengusarja produtsendi Airi Ilisson-Cruziga

The results of treatment for thyrotoxicosis at Bach Mai hospital

International Nuclear Information System (INIS)

Phan Sy An

2002-01-01

The authors evaluated the results of treating hyperthyroidism with 131 I. Patient selection for tre treatment is based on clinical features and laboratory test results such as thyroid uptake, scintigraphy and RIA determinations of thyroid hormones. The average dose is 6.2±1.1 m Ci (that is 233.1±40.7 MBq). The average number of doses is 1.3 for one patient. The results are as follows: - Euthyroid status after 4 years follow-up from the 1 31 I dose administration: 72.3 - Persistent or recurrent hyperthyroidism: 20 %. - Hypothyroid complication appears 6 years after the administration of 1 31 I dose: 14 %. So the cumulative hypothyroid rate is: 2.3 % per year. - Serious complications were not observed in any patient. Hyperthyroidism is a common health problem in Vietnam (1). In the past, only antithyroid drugs and surgery were used. 131 I was first introduced to Vietnam in the Nuclear Medicine Department in Bach Mai in 1971 and thereafter widely applied in the country. (Author)

Penfigoide bolhoso no adulto mais jovem: relato de três casos Bullous pemphigoid in younger adults: three case reports

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Roberta Richter Zanella

2011-04-01

Full Text Available O penfigoide bolhoso é uma dermatose bolhosa autoimune subepidérmica, mais comumente observada na população idosa (acima dos 70 anos. Autoanticorpos são formados contra antígenos específicos da zona de membrana basal: BP180 e BP230 (proteínas do hemidesmossomo. Apresentamos três casos de penfigoide bolhoso, em adultos com menos de 50 anos de idade, destacan do as peculiaridades clínicas na faixa etária mais jovem.Bullous pemphigoid is an autoimmune subepidermal bullous dermatosis more commonly observed in the elderly (over 70 years old. Autoantibodies are produced for specific antigens of the epidermal basement membrane zone: BP 180 and BP 230 (hemidesmosome proteins. We report three cases of bullous pemphigoid in adults younger than 50 years old, discussing the clinical characteristics of the disease in younger patients.

GERDAU S.A.: a empresa brasileira mais internacionalizada

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

EVA STAL

2007-07-01

Full Text Available Muitas empresas dos países em desenvolvimento não se consideram aptas a explorar outrosmercados devido à distância tecnológica entre as empresas globais e os seus padrões locais. Oartigo mostra que existe espaço para a inovação empresarial oriunda de países emdesenvolvimento, e ela é um dos principais fatores responsáveis pelo sucesso de suasempresas na conquista do mercado mundial. Descreve o processo de expansão internacionalda Gerdau S.A., que começou com exportações e evoluiu para a aquisição de empresassiderúrgicas na América Latina, América do Norte e Europa, num total de 32 usinas em 10países, sendo 21 no exterior, que empregam mais de 32 mil funcionários. Hoje, a empresapossui valor de mercado estimado em 10 bilhões de dólares e 111.000 acionistas. Analisa-sesua estratégia de internacionalização à luz das teorias econômicas, comportamentais eestratégicas e verifica-se que a trajetória internacional pode ser explicada por aspectoscaracterísticos de cada uma dessas teorias. Um traço importante na cultura da empresa é atransferência de seu modelo de negócios, estrutura, valores e tecnologia para as empresasadquiridas, sem deixar de considerar as necessárias adaptações às culturas locais.

Eesti teatri aastaauhinnad 2004

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2005-01-01

Lavastajaauhind Tiit Ojasoo, naisnäitleja auhind Epp Eespäev, meesnäitleja Hendrik Toompere jun, naiskõrvalosatäitja Kadri Lepp, meeskõrvalosatäitja Herardo Kontreras, kunstnikuauhind Jaak Vaus, žürii eriauhind lavastaja Anne Türnpule ja kunstnik Liina Tepandile "Valgelaev ja taevakäijad" eest, kriitikuauhind Kristiina Garancis, Kristallkingakese auhind Mirtel Pohla ja Kaspar Jancis, muusikalavastuse auhind "Eesti ballaadid" kooslusele ja Heli Veskusele, tantsulavastuse auhind Maria Seletskajale ja ZUGA Ühendatud Tantsijatele, Priit Põldroosi preemia Aime Unt, Ants Lauteri preemia Indrek Saar, Liina Vahtrik, Salme Reegi preemia Peeter Tammearu, Aleksander Kurtna preemia Martin Algus, Natalie Mei preemia Eldor Renter, balleti- ja tantsulavastuse eriauhind Kaie Kõrb, Georg Otsa preemia Mati Kõrts, parima teatritöötaja auhind : Riina Roose, Jane Kaas, Ott Mölter, Eda Kaljo, Aino Kartul, Kaja Kupp, Ain Jürisson, Jelena Oleinikova, Kalle Kuningas ja Moonika Lausvee

Parental acceptance of HPV vaccines in Chiang Mai, Thailand.

Science.gov (United States)

Juntasopeepun, Phanida; Thana, Kanjana

2018-06-01

To identify variables associated with the acceptance of HPV vaccination among Thai parents/primary caregivers. The present prospective cross-sectional study recruited the parents/caregivers of female adolescents aged 12-18 years from schools in Chiang Mai, Thailand, between January 1 and February 29, 2016. A four-part questionnaire was distributed to assess demographics, HPV vaccine acceptance, knowledge, and beliefs toward HPV and cervical cancer. Predictors of HPV vaccine acceptance were determined by logistic regression analysis. The study enrolled 331 parents; more than half (195 [61.1%]) had heard of HPV vaccines. Their knowledge related to HPV and cervical cancer was moderate. A majority of parents (266/313 [85.0%]) indicated they would accept HPV vaccination if the costs were subsidized by the government. Acceptance of HPV vaccines was associated with perceived benefits of HPV vaccination (odds ratio [OR] 1.49; 95% confidence interval [CI] 1.18-1.88), perceived susceptibility to disease (OR 1.42; 95% CI 1.11-1.81), and household income (OR 1.35; 95% CI 1.02-1.78). Parental beliefs have an important role in their acceptance to vaccinate their daughters. These potentially modifiable beliefs offer strategies for future interventions designed to increase uptake for future HPV vaccination campaigns. © 2018 International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics.

PRODUÇÃO MAIS LIMPA EM AGROINDÚSTRIAS: UMA ANÁLISE DA ESTRUTURA DE PEQUENAS AGROINDÚSTRIAS DOS SETORES DE CARNE E LEITE

OpenAIRE

Cericato, Alceu; Meneghello, Géri; Filippin, Ivandro

2013-01-01

Aplicar os preceitos da Produção Mais Limpa, além de reduzir custos, apresenta benefícios ao meio ambiente por meio da redução de desperdícios e contaminantes. Dessa forma, a presente pesquisa tem por objetivo conhecer a realidade do sistema produtivo das pequenas agroindústrias apresentando uma proposta de melhoria com ênfase nos preceitos da Produção Mais Limpa. A pesquisa foi realizada em quatro agroindústrias de pequeno porte; dois empreendimentos são do setor de carnes e dois são do seto...

Trends in Female Breast Cancer by Age Group in the Chiang Mai Population

Science.gov (United States)

Sripan, Patumrat; Sriplung, Hutcha; Pongnikorn, Donsuk; Virani, Shama; Bilheem, Surichai; Chaisaengkhaum, Udomlak; Maneesai, Puttachart; Waisri, Narate; Hanpragopsuk, Chirapong; Tansiri, Panrada; Khamsan, Varunee; Poungsombat, Malisa; Mawoot, Aumnart; Chitapanarux, Imjai

2017-01-01

Objectives: This study was conducted to determine incidence trends of female breast cancer according to age groups and to predict future change in Chiang Mai women through 2028. Method: Data were collected from all hospitals in Chiang Mai in northern Thailand, from 1989 through 2013, and used to investigate effects of age, year of diagnosis (period) and year of birth (cohort) on female breast cancer incidences using an age-period-cohort model. This model features geometric cut trends to predict change by young (<40 years), middle-aged (40-59) and elderly (≥60) age groups. Result: Of 5, 417 female breast cancer patients with a median age of 50 years (interquartile range: 43 to 59 years), 15%, 61% and 24% were young, middle-aged and elderly, respectively. Seventy nine percent of cancer cases in this study were detected at advanced stage. The trend in stage classification showed an increase in percentage of early stage and a decrease in metastatic cancers. Linear trends for cohort and period were not found in young females but were observed in middle-aged and elderly groups. Age-standardized rates (ASR) can be expected to remain stable around 6.8 per 100,000 women-years in young females. In the other age groups, the ASR trends were calculated to increase and reach peaks in 2024 of 120.2 and 138.2 per 100,000 women-years, respectively. Conclusion: Cohort effects or generation-specific effects, such as life style factors and the year of diagnosis (period) might have impacted on increased incidence in women aged over 40 years but not those under 40 years. A budget should be provided for treatment facilities and strategies to detect early stage cancers. The cost effectiveness of screening measures i.e. mammographic screening may need to be reconsidered for women age over 40 years. PMID:28612595

The Chiang Mai Initiative and Its Multilateralization: Toward an Asian Monetary Fund?

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Youngwon Cho

2011-11-01

Full Text Available As a regional self-help system of liquidity support established in the aftermath of the Asian crisis of 1997, the Chiang Mai Initiative (CMI and its recent multilateralization have been touted in some quarters as important achievements in a region where institutionalized financial cooperation had been sorely lacking, taking East Asia one step closer to the resuscitation of the still-born Asian Monetary Fund. Against such a sanguine assessment, I argue that the significance of the CMI, even after its multilateralization, is largely limited to symbolism and its practical implications are inconsequential. Despite the progress associated with CMI multilateralization, the underlying political dynamics in the region render East Asia fundamentally incapable of producing a coherent regional solution to the recurring problem of global financial instability.

MaisTer® Power: a Terbuthylazin free new solution to control monocotyledonous and dicotyledonous weeds in maize.

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Wegener, Martin

2014-02-01

Full Text Available MaisTer® power is a combination of the well-known active ingredients Foramsulfuron (31,5 g/L, Iodosulfuron (1,04 g/L and the new developed ai Thiencarbazone-methyl (10,0 g/L and the new safener Cyprosulfamide (15,0 g/L. All three active ingredients belong to the group of the ALS inhibitors. The product can be applied with a dose rate of 1,5 L/ha or 1,0 L/ha. Foramsulfuron and Iodosulfuron will be taken up via the leaves of the plants whereas Thiencarbazone-methyl can penetrate the plants via the roots and the leaves. By using a dose rate of 1,5 L/ha a very good residual activity against new flushes of grass or broadleaf weeds will be observed. All relevant grass and broadleaf weeds in maize will be controlled after the application of MaisTer power including Polygonum species. If a dose rate of 1,0 L/ha is used it could make sense to add a tank mix partner like Aspect to complete the spectrum against some weeds like Chenopodium album or Polygonum convolvulus.

Paleepööre graafikas / Eha Komissarov

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Komissarov, Eha, 1947-

2001-01-01

Ljubljana 24. graafikabiennaalist Sloveenias. Kuraatoriprojektidest, Breda Skrjanec'i kureeritud põhinäitusest "Print World". Peapreemia - Damien Hirsti töö "Viimane õhtusöök". Marna Bunnelli, Tracy Moffati, Thomas Ruffi, Sasho Vrobic'u ja Eestit esindanud Liina Siibi töödest

Väikeste naiste oma ruum / Katrin Kivimaa

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Kivimaa, Katrin, 1969-

1998-01-01

Näitus "(Meta)Dialoog" A. H. Tammsaare muuseumis ja Kastellaanimaja galeriis. Kuraator Reet Varblane. Osalejad : Kiwa, Mari Laanemets, Helen ? (Helena) Lehtmets, Ele Praks, Piia Ruber, Liina Siib, Helena Palm, Kadi Soosalu, Killu Sukmit. Kõik tööd näitusel käsitlevad naist.

Kolm väärt väljapanekut Võru Linnagaleriis / Andrus Raag

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Raag, Andrus, 1982-

2009-01-01

Helen Meleski, Katrin Teesi ja Liina Guiteri (ühisnimi Sigmund Freud) näitus "Keemia", Ruti Jõgi joonistuste ja Aivar Rumvoldi maalide näitus "Koos. Omaette", Marek Hämmelbergi (pseudonüüm Marek) joonistuste näitus "Tuvi ämm" 20. novembrini

Estonia näitas uut logo / Andres Keil

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Keil, Andres, 1974-

2004-01-01

Ooperiteatri uue logo autor on Kristjan Kirsfeldt. Liis Kolle lavastab G. Rossini ooperi "Sinjoor Bruschino ehk Poeg juhuse tahtel", kunstnikud Liina Keevallik ja Reili Evart. 2. juunil Rahvusooperis etendunud rahvusooperi näiteringi "Welcome to Estonia" Neeme Kuninga kirjutatud ja lavastatud muusikalist "Minu veetlev Eedi".

Hot dog, mis kallab iseendale ketšupit = A hot dog that dresses itself with ketchup / Hanno Soans

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Soans, Hanno, 1974-

2015-01-01

Ringkäik "Tallinna Fotokuu 2015" programmi kesksel näitusel "Prosu(u)mer" Eesti Kaasaegse Kunsti Muuseumis. Prosumer'i mõistest. Näitus avab vastastikku parasiteerivaid suhteid tootjate ja tarbijate vahel ning harutab lahti autori ja kasutaja segunenud rolle. Eestlastest osaleb Liina Siib

Correlates of Incarceration Among Young Methamphetamine Users in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Science.gov (United States)

Thomson, Nicholas; Sutcliffe, Catherine G.; Sirirojn, Bangorn; Keawvichit, Rassamee; Wongworapat, Kanlaya; Sintupat, Kamolrawee; Aramrattana, Apinun

2009-01-01

Objectives. We examined correlates of incarceration among young methamphetamine users in Chiang Mai, Thailand in 2005 to 2006. Methods. We conducted a cross-sectional study among 1189 young methamphetamine users. Participants were surveyed about their recent drug use, sexual behaviors, and incarceration. Biological samples were obtained to test for sexually transmitted and viral infections. Results. Twenty-two percent of participants reported ever having been incarcerated. In multivariate analysis, risk behaviors including frequent public drunkenness, starting to use illicit drugs at an early age, involvement in the drug economy, tattooing, injecting drugs, and unprotected sex were correlated with a history of incarceration. HIV, HCV, and herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2) infection were also correlated with incarceration. Conclusions. Incarcerated methamphetamine users are engaging in behaviors and being exposed to environments that put them at increased risk of infection and harmful practices. Alternatives to incarceration need to be explored for youths. PMID:18923109

Evolution of arbitrary moments of radiant intensity distribution for partially coherent general beams in atmospheric turbulence

Science.gov (United States)

Dan, Youquan; Xu, Yonggen

2018-04-01

The evolution law of arbitrary order moments of the Wigner distribution function, which can be applied to the different spatial power spectra, is obtained for partially coherent general beams propagating in atmospheric turbulence using the extended Huygens-Fresnel principle. A coupling coefficient of radiant intensity distribution (RID) in turbulence is introduced. Analytical expressions of the evolution of the first five-order moments, kurtosis parameter, coupling coefficient of RID for general beams in turbulence are derived, and the formulas are applied to Airy beams. Results show that there exist two types for general beams in turbulence. A larger value of kurtosis parameter for Airy beams also reveals that coupling effect due to turbulence is stronger. Both theoretical analysis and numerical results show that the maximum value of kurtosis parameter for an Airy beam in turbulence is independent of turbulence strength parameter and is only determined by inner scale of turbulence. Relative angular spread, kurtosis and coupling coefficient are less influenced by turbulence for Airy beams with a smaller decay factor and a smaller initial width of the first lobe.

High temperature effects on out-patient visits and hospital admissions in Chiang Mai, Thailand.

Science.gov (United States)

Pudpong, Nareerut; Hajat, Shakoor

2011-11-15

This study investigated the short-term effects of temperature on out-patient visits and hospital admissions in Chiang Mai, Thailand. While mortality outcomes in the literature have been reported, there is less evidence of morbidity effects with very few studies conducted in developing countries with subtropical or tropical climate. Time-series regression analysis was employed using generalized negative binomial regression to model the short-term relationships between temperature and morbidity after controlling for seasonal patterns and other potential confounders. Lag effects up to 13 days and effect modification by age (0-14 years, 15-64 years, ≥65 years) were examined. Temperature effects with wide confidence intervals were found, with an increase in diabetic visits of 26.3% (95% CI: 7.1%-49.0%), and circulatory visits of 19.2% (95% CI: 7.0%-32.8%) per 1 °C increase in temperature above an identified threshold of 29 °C. Additionally, there was a rise of both visits (3.7% increase, 95% CI: 1.5%-5.9%) and admissions (5.8% increase, 95% CI: 2.3%-9.3%) due to intestinal infectious disease in association with each 1 °C increase across the whole temperature range. The effects of temperature were stronger in the elderly though not statistically significant. Daily morbidity in Chiang Mai was positively associated with temperature with a lag effect of up to 2 weeks, which was longer than lag effects previously reported. Public health preparedness and interventions should be considered to minimise possible increased hospital visits and admissions during hot weather. Copyright © 2011 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.

Factors influencing dietary supplement consumption: A case study in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Wiwat Wangcharoen

2013-04-01

Full Text Available A consumer survey on dietary supplement consumption was carried out on 494 consumers aged 20 years and older in Chiang Mai province. The percentage of consumers who regularly consumed dietary supplements was 38.5%. Vitamins and minerals were the most consumed products, followed by functional drinks, functional foods, protein extracts, dietary fibre, cod liver oil, phytochemicals, algae products, fat absorbers, fish oils and bee products in that order. Females and participants who had recommended waistlines, had higher income, usually felt stressed or sick, and who preferred eating fruits/vegetables or routinely drank water tended to have a higher rate of consumption of dietary supplements. Participants gave priority over a product with guaranteed quality when they made decision to purchase dietary supplements, but their purchase was also influenced by the attractiveness of the product and advertisement for it.

Bunch compression efficiency of the femtosecond electron source at Chiang Mai University

International Nuclear Information System (INIS)

Thongbai, C.; Kusoljariyakul, K.; Saisut, J.

2011-01-01

A femtosecond electron source has been developed at the Plasma and Beam Physics Research Facility (PBP), Chiang Mai University (CMU), Thailand. Ultra-short electron bunches can be produced with a bunch compression system consisting of a thermionic cathode RF-gun, an alpha-magnet as a magnetic bunch compressor, and a linear accelerator as a post acceleration section. To obtain effective bunch compression, it is crucial to provide a proper longitudinal phase-space distribution at the gun exit matched to the subsequent beam transport system. Via beam dynamics calculations and experiments, we investigate the bunch compression efficiency for various RF-gun fields. The particle distribution at the RF-gun exit will be tracked numerically through the alpha-magnet and beam transport. Details of the study and results leading to an optimum condition for our system will be presented.

Bunch compression efficiency of the femtosecond electron source at Chiang Mai University

Science.gov (United States)

Thongbai, C.; Kusoljariyakul, K.; Saisut, J.

2011-07-01

A femtosecond electron source has been developed at the Plasma and Beam Physics Research Facility (PBP), Chiang Mai University (CMU), Thailand. Ultra-short electron bunches can be produced with a bunch compression system consisting of a thermionic cathode RF-gun, an alpha-magnet as a magnetic bunch compressor, and a linear accelerator as a post acceleration section. To obtain effective bunch compression, it is crucial to provide a proper longitudinal phase-space distribution at the gun exit matched to the subsequent beam transport system. Via beam dynamics calculations and experiments, we investigate the bunch compression efficiency for various RF-gun fields. The particle distribution at the RF-gun exit will be tracked numerically through the alpha-magnet and beam transport. Details of the study and results leading to an optimum condition for our system will be presented.

Prevalence and Multilocus Genotyping Analysis of Cryptosporidium and Giardia Isolates from Dogs in Chiang Mai, Thailand.

Science.gov (United States)

Tangtrongsup, Sahatchai; Scorza, A Valeria; Reif, John S; Ballweber, Lora R; Lappin, Michael R; Salman, Mo D

2017-05-10

The occurrence and zoonotic potential of Cryptosporidium spp. and Giardia duodenalis isolated from dogs in Chiang Mai, Thailand were determined. Fecal samples were collected from 109 dogs between July and August 2008. Cryptosporidium spp. infection was determined by immunofluorescent assay (IFA), PCR assays that amplify Cryptosporidium heat-shock protein 70 kDa (hsp70), and two PCR assays that amplify a small subunit-ribosomal RNA (SSU-rRNA). Giardia duodenalis infection was identified using zinc sulfate centrifugal flotation, IFA, and four PCR assays that amplify the Giardia glutamate dehydrogenase (gdh), beta-giardin (bg), and generic and dog-specific assays of triosephosphate isomerase (tpi) genes. Overall prevalence of Cryptosporidium spp. and G. duodenalis was 31.2% and 45.9%, respectively. Sequence analysis of 22 Cryptosporidium -positive samples and 21 Giardia -positive samples revealed the presence of C. canis in 15, and C. parvum in 7, G. duodenalis Assemblage C in 8, D in 11, and mixed of C and D in 2 dogs. Dogs in Chiang Mai were commonly exposed to Cryptosporidium spp. and G. duodenalis . Cryptosporidium parvum can be isolated from the feces of dogs, and all G. duodenalis assemblages were dog-specific. Dogs could be a reservoir for a zoonotic Cryptosporidium infection in humans, but further studies will be required to determine the clinical and zoonotic importance.

Prevalence and Multilocus Genotyping Analysis of Cryptosporidium and Giardia Isolates from Dogs in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Sahatchai Tangtrongsup

2017-05-01

Full Text Available The occurrence and zoonotic potential of Cryptosporidium spp. and Giardia duodenalis isolated from dogs in Chiang Mai, Thailand were determined. Fecal samples were collected from 109 dogs between July and August 2008. Cryptosporidium spp. infection was determined by immunofluorescent assay (IFA, PCR assays that amplify Cryptosporidium heat-shock protein 70 kDa (hsp70, and two PCR assays that amplify a small subunit-ribosomal RNA (SSU-rRNA. Giardia duodenalis infection was identified using zinc sulfate centrifugal flotation, IFA, and four PCR assays that amplify the Giardia glutamate dehydrogenase (gdh, beta-giardin (bg, and generic and dog-specific assays of triosephosphate isomerase (tpi genes. Overall prevalence of Cryptosporidium spp. and G. duodenalis was 31.2% and 45.9%, respectively. Sequence analysis of 22 Cryptosporidium-positive samples and 21 Giardia-positive samples revealed the presence of C. canis in 15, and C. parvum in 7, G. duodenalis Assemblage C in 8, D in 11, and mixed of C and D in 2 dogs. Dogs in Chiang Mai were commonly exposed to Cryptosporidium spp. and G. duodenalis. Cryptosporidium parvum can be isolated from the feces of dogs, and all G. duodenalis assemblages were dog-specific. Dogs could be a reservoir for a zoonotic Cryptosporidium infection in humans, but further studies will be required to determine the clinical and zoonotic importance.

Valmis ristipuude kaardirakendus

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2016-01-01

Keskkonnaameti tellimusel valmis Maa-ameti interaktiivne kaardirakendus, kust saab näha Eestis leiduvaid ristipuid. Kaardi jaoks kogusid andmeid TLÜ vanemteadur Marju Kõivupuu, Keskkonnaministeeriumi looduskaitse peaspetsialist Urve Sinijärv ja Keskkonnaameti kultuuripärandi spetsialist Liina Laanemets, kes esinevad ka kaardi esitlemise infopäevadel

Vähem formaalsust, rohkem julgust ja enesekriitikat! / Marko Mäetamm, Anneli Porri, Tiit Pääsuke ... [jt.] ; intervjueerinud Reet Varblane

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2009-01-01

Kunstiõpetamise võimalikkuse ja vajalikkuse üle vestlesid Eesti Kunstiakadeemia vabade kunstide teaduskonna dekaan Marko Mäetamm, fotokunsti osakonna õppejõud Anneli Porri, emeriitprofessor Tiit Pääsuke, prorektor Liina Siib, graafilise disaini osakonna õppejõud Indrek Sirkel ja ehtekunsti osakonna õppejõud Tanel Veenre

Kuressaare Hamlet ahistab Opheliat / Andres Laasik

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Laasik, Andres, 1960-2016

2000-01-01

Ilmar Raag väntab Saaremaal Hamleti-teemalist ingliskeelset mängufilmi inglise näitlejatega esialgse pealkirjaga "Miski on riigis mäda ehk Kogu vale Hamletist" ("Something is Rotten or All the Lie About Hamlet". Filmi operaator on Madis Mihkelsoo ja kunstnik Liina Unt

Haapsalu - Põhjamaade Veneetsia / Viivi Variksaar, Lea Arme

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Variksaar, Viivi, 1948-

2001-01-01

ARS Interjöörprojekti kujundatud hotellist 'Kongo', hotelli restoranist. Reet Siimeri algatusel puuetega ja töötute inimeste toetamiseks loodud 'Värkstoast', kus õpetatakse käsitööd ja müüakse käsitööesemeid. Kommenteerinud Liina Aavik

Director läks ja küsis / Reet Neemoja, Jaanika Kuusik, Riina Varts... [jt.

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2010-01-01

MicroLinki personalijuht Reet Neemoja, Elioni personalijuht Jaanika Kuusik, Eesti Energia personalijuht Riina Varts, Rimi personalijuht Õrne Lainde ning Sampo panga personalijuht Liina Oks vastavad küsimustele, mis puudutavad nende suurimat tööalast õppetundi 2009. aastal ning kõige olulisemat 2010. aastal

NU Performance Festival

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2005-01-01

02.-24. nov. 2005 kestab Tallinnas rahvusvaheline projekt "Continental Breakfast", korraldajad Anders Härm ja Priit Raud. Üritused toimuvad Kanuti Gildi saalis, Tallinna Kunstihoones, Tallinna Linnagaleriis ning linnaruumis. Näitustest on Tallinna Kunstihoones "Elavad skulptuurid" ja Tallinna Linnagaleriis Liina Siibi video- ja fotonäitus "Marlowe"

Mõtlejate mõjud ja sotsiaalne aktsionism Tallinna galeriides / Margaret Tali

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Tali, Margaret

2002-01-01

Marko Laimre näitus "Must pall" Tallinna Kunstihoones, Liina Siibi näitus "Klips" (plakatid, videod) Hansapanga galeriis, Stuudio 22 näitus "déja vu" (graafika) Pärnu mnt. 27 galeriis, Eesti Kunstiakadeemia üliõpilaste joonistused "Tühjus ja Ruum" G-galeriis

Femmes cinéastes en France : l'après-mai 68

OpenAIRE

ROLLET, Brigitte

2006-01-01

Agnès Varda, Coline Serreau, Nelly Kaplan, trois noms parmi des dizaines qui illustrent chacun à leur manière une nouvelle façon de faire du cinéma : même si la carrière de la première est antérieure à mai 68, son nom comme celui des autres est lié à ce qu’on appellera dans les années 1970 le « cinéma des femmes ». Cet article propose une interrogation sur ce cinéma au féminin, afin d’envisager à la fois le contexte particulier dans lequel il émerge, les problématiques qu’il soulève, et ce en...

Porters, watchmen, and the crime of William Sayers: the non-scientific staff of the Royal Observatory, Greenwich, in Victorian times

Science.gov (United States)

Chapman, Allan

2003-06-01

A careful study of the detailed archives of the Victorian Royal Observatory makes it possible to build up a picture of the employment and working conditions not only of the astronomical staff who worked at Greenwich, but also of the labourers, watchmen, and gate porters. Indeed, the archives open up a window on to how the Observatory was run on a daily basis: how its non-scientific staff were recruited and paid, and what were their terms of employment. They also say a great deal about how Sir George Biddell Airy directed and controlled every aspect of the Observatory's life. Yet while Airy was a strict employer, he emerges as a man who was undoubtedly fair-minded and sometimes even generous to his non-scientific work-force. A study of the Observatory staff files also reveals the relationship between the Observatory labouring staff and the Airy family's domestic servants. And of especial interest is the robbery committed by William Sayers, the Airy family footman in 1868, bringing to light as it does Sir George and Lady Richarda Airy's views on crime and its social causes and consequences, the prison rehabilitation service in 1868, and their opinions on the reform of offenders. Though this paper is not about astronomy as such, it illuminates a fascinating interface where the world of astronomical science met and worked alongside the world of ordinary Victorian people within the walls of one of the nineteenth century's most illustrious astronomical institutions.

Incidence and presence of virulence factors of Streptococcus suis infection in slaughtered pigs from Chiang Mai, Thailand.

Science.gov (United States)

Padungtod, Pawin; Tharavichitkul, Prasit; Junya, Supansa; Chaisowong, Warangkhana; Kadohira, Mutsuyo; Makino, Souichi; Sthitmatee, Nattawooti

2010-11-01

This study was designed to determine the incidence of Streptococcus suis infection in slaughtered pigs raised in industrial facility and backyard system in Chiang Mai City, Thailand. A total of 90 tonsils and submaxillary salivary gland/lymph node samples from slaughtered pigs raised in industrial facility and 122 samples from slaughtered pigs raised in backyard system were collected. Isolation and identification of S. suis were conducted using standard bacteriological methods. Farm management and risk factor data were collected by a questionnaire. Serotyping and presence of virulence factor genes, epf, mrp and sly, were determined by multiplex PCR assay. The overall incidence of S. suis in this study was 9% (n = 212) and the incidence is significantly higher in districts located at a greater distance south of Chiang Mai City. S. suis serotype 2 was present more in healthy pigs (43%) than ill pigs (10%). Every S. suis isolate carried mrp and sly and ill pigs carried epf (80%) more than healthy pigs (57%). However, the probability of S. suis serotype 2 with epf+ (0.245) detected in healthy pigs was higher than in ill pigs (0.08) indicating people may have a higher risk of being infected with S. suis from healthy than ill pigs.

Diverse HIV epidemics among people who inject drugs in Thailand: evidence from respondent-driven sampling surveys in Bangkok and Chiang Mai.

Science.gov (United States)

Prybylski, Dimitri; Manopaiboon, Chomnad; Visavakum, Prin; Yongvanitjit, Kovit; Aramrattana, Apinun; Manomaipiboon, Parnrudee; Tanpradech, Suvimon; Suksripanich, Orapin; Pattanasin, Sarika; Wolfe, Mitchell; Whitehead, Sara J

2015-03-01

Thailand's long-standing HIV sero-sentinel surveillance system for people who inject drugs (PWID) is confined to those in methadone-based drug treatment clinics and representative data are scarce, especially outside of Bangkok. We conducted probability-based respondent-driven sampling (RDS) surveys in Bangkok (n=738) and Chiang Mai (n=309) to increase understanding of local HIV epidemics and to better inform the planning of evidence-based interventions. PWID had different epidemiological profiles in these two cities. Overall HIV prevalence was higher in Bangkok (23.6% vs. 10.9%, pChiang Mai, HIV infections appear to be more recently acquired and PWID were younger and had higher levels of recent injecting and sexual risk behaviors with lower levels of intervention exposure. Methamphetamine was the predominant drug injected in both sites and polydrug use was common although levels and patterns of the specific drugs injected varied significantly between the sites. In multivariate analysis, recent midazolam injection was significantly associated with HIV infection in Chiang Mai (adjusted odds ratio=8.1; 95% confidence interval: 1.2-54.5) whereas in Bangkok HIV status was not associated with recent risk behaviors as infections had likely been acquired in the past. PWID epidemics in Thailand are heterogeneous and driven by local factors. There is a need to customize intervention strategies for PWID in different settings and to integrate population-based survey methods such as RDS into routine surveillance to monitor the national response. Published by Elsevier Ireland Ltd.

Recent HIV Testing Among Young Men Who Have Sex with Men in Bangkok and Chiang Mai: HIV Testing and Prevention Strategies Must Be Enhanced in Thailand.

Science.gov (United States)

Johnston, Lisa G; Steinhaus, Mara C; Sass, Justine; Sirinirund, Petchsri; Lee, Catherine; Benjarattanaporn, Patchara; Gass, Robert

2016-09-01

HIV infection among men who have sex with men, particularly in Thai urban settings and among younger cohorts, is escalating. HIV testing and counseling (HTC) are important for prevention and obtaining treatment and care. We examine data from a 2013 survey of males, 15-24 years, reporting past-year sex with a male and living in Bangkok or Chiang Mai. Almost three quarters of young MSM (YMSM) in Bangkok and only 27 % in Chiang Mai had an HIV test in the previous year. Associations for HIV testing varied between cities, although having employment increased the odds of HIV testing for both cities. In Bangkok, family knowledge of same sex attraction and talking to parents/guardians about HIV/AIDS had higher odds of HIV testing. Expanded HTC coverage is needed for YMSM in Chiang Mai. All health centers providing HTC, including those targeting MSM, need to address the specific needs of younger cohorts.

ESTRATÉGIAS DE QUALIDADE AMBIENTAL E DE PRODUÇÃO MAIS LIMPA NO SETOR DE CONSTRUÇÃO CIVIL

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Paulo Roberto Nóbrega Cavalcante

2014-07-01

Full Text Available Nas últimas décadas a temática em torno das questões que permeiam o meio ambiente se constituiu um dos assuntos relevantes dentro das muitas discussões no contexto das organizações. Nesse sentido, o objetivo dessa pesquisa se concentra em identificar as estratégias empresariais adotadas pelos gestores do setor de construção civil da cidade de Campina Grande, PB, em relação à qualidade ambiental e produção mais limpa. Para tanto, foi realizada uma pesquisa exploratória e descritiva, através de um questionário estruturado, junto a uma amostra de 41 empresas de um total de 67 organizações. O tipo de amostragem adotada foi a não probabilística e por acessibilidade. Os resultados evidenciam as estratégias mais usuais no sentido de obter a P+L, dentre elas, o treinamento de funcionários e a melhoria tecnológica. No entanto, boa parte dos respondentes não utiliza nenhuma técnica de P+L. Quanto ao tratamento dos resíduos da produção foi possível identificar que estão sendo destinados para o lixão da cidade. Apenas uma empresa utiliza tratamento dos entulhos em projetos paisagísticos, não obstante a estratégia mais relevante utilizada pelos gestores foi racionalização construtiva. Com tais resultados pode-se inferir e reconhecer que as estratégias adotadas pelos gestores do segmento estudado necessitam de uma redefinição, uma vez que o nível de competitividade de uma empresa depende de um conjunto de fatores, que se inter-relacionam dentro de questões econômicas, sociais e ambientais.

Valik konkursi "Noored poeedid 2009" alapealkirjaga "See on rõõm elust endast" tunnustust pälvinud töödest : [luuletused

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2009-01-01

Vanem vanuseaste 1. koht Triin Sepp, 2. koht Triinu Ansper, 3.-4. koht Kairi Sepp ja Heli Armus. Keskmine vanuseaste 1. koht Annaliis Lehto, 2. koht Liina Salonen, 3. koht Gerda-Liis Palmiste. Noorem vanuseaste 1. koht Reet Rüütel, 2. koht Diana Kasesalu, 3. koht Eliis Mets

Raud kureerib kunstnikke

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2001-01-01

21. dets.-12. jaan. on on Haus galeriis Rein Raua kuraatoriprojekt "KevadSuviSügisTalv. Murdumispunkt". Näitusel osalevad Eve Kask, Peeter Laurits, Dainius Lishkevicius (Leedu), Rekha Menon (India/USA), Mall Nukke, Herkki Merila, Jorma Puranen (Soome), Rosita Raud, Ene-Liis Semper, Liina Siib, S&P Stanikas (Leedu)

Litsid ja kunstnikud näitusesaalis / Teet Veispak

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Veispak, Teet, 1955-

2007-01-01

Näitusest "Kehaturg" Tallinna Kunstihoones, kuraator Reet Varblane. Liina Siibi videost "Vastumeelne keha", soome kunstniku Teemu Mäki väljapanekust "Prostitutsioonist", malaisia fotograafi Diana Lui fotoseeriast, rootsi-eesti fotograafi Bie Erenurme väljapanekust "Mu ema on lits", Sandra Jõgeva näitusel eksponeeritud šokolaadiümbristest

Punane moon või kaine mõistus / Ene Läkk

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Läkk, Ene, 1957-

2001-01-01

Nukuteatri uue hoone sisekujunduse võistluse I ja II koha töödest. I koha töö autorid Raivo Kotov ja Andrus Kõresaar, II koha töö autorid Ülar Mark, Liina Link, stilist Ain Nurmela ja arvutigraafik Tanel Viks büroost Mark & Tamm Arhitektid

Sisekaitseakadeemia peahoone võistlus / Ülar Mark

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Mark, Ülar, 1968-

2016-01-01

Artiklis on antud ülevaade võistlusele esitatud töödest. Esimese preemia sai töö "Faalanks" (autorid: Illimar Truverk, Janar Toomesso, Katrin Vannas, Sander Paljak, Kristjan Lind, Hannelore Kääramees, Kaur Käärma, Siim Tiigimägi, Edgar Kaare, Terje Ong ja Liina Einla)

Pablo Picasso on Kumus / Kadri Karro

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Karro, Kadri

2010-01-01

Tallinna 15. graafikatriennaali sateliitnäitus "Mapping" Kumu Kunstimuuseumis 2.01.-17.04.2011, kuraator Lilijana Stepančič, kujundaja Liina Siib. Eksponeeritakse Ljubljana graafikabiennaali hitte (Pablo Picasso, Damien Hirsti jt.) ja Eha Komissarovi koostatud valikut biennaalil osalenud eestlaste (Malle Leis, Tõnis Vint jt.) töödest

Ida-Euroopa postkommunistliku kunsti näitus tulemas

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

1999-01-01

Stockholmi uues Moderna Museeti hoones avab kuraatorite kollektiiv 16. okt. 1999 näituse "After the Wall", mis analüüsib Berliini müüri langemise järgset kunstiolukorda ja kultuurimuutusi Ida-Euroopas. Näitusele on valitud eestlastest Inessa Josing, Kai Kaljo, Liina Siib, Jaan Toomik

Bone mineral density at distal forearm in men over 40 years of age in Mae Chaem district, Chiang Mai Province, Thailand: a pilot study.

Science.gov (United States)

Tungjai, Montree; Kaewjaeng, Siriprapa; Jumpee, Chayanit; Sriburee, Sompong; Hongsriti, Pongsiri; Tapanya, Monruedee; Maghanemi, Utumma; Ratanasthien, Kwanchai; Kothan, Suchart

2017-09-01

To study the prevalence of bone mineral density (BMD) and osteoporosis in the distal forearm among Thai men over 40 years of age in Mae Chaem District, Chiang Mai Province, Thailand. The subjects in this study were 194 Thai men, aged between 40 and 87 years who resided in Mae Chaem District, Chiang Mai Province, Thailand. Self-administered questionnaires were used for receiving the demographic characteristics information. BMD was measured by peripheral dual energy X-ray absorptiometry at the nondominant distal forearm in all men. The BMD was highest in the age-group 40-49 years and lowest in the age-group 70-87 years. The average T-score at the distal forearm was also highest in the age-group 40-49 years and lowest in the age-group 70-87 years. The BMD decreased as a function of age-group (p  .05). The percentage of osteopenia and osteoporosis are increased as a function of age-group in, while decreased in that of normal bone density. We found the prevalence of osteoporosis in men who resided in Mae Chaem District, Chiang Mai Province, Thailand.

Numerical simulation of terrain-induced mesoscale circulation in the Chiang Mai area, Thailand

Science.gov (United States)

Sathitkunarat, Surachai; Wongwises, Prungchan; Pan-Aram, Rudklao; Zhang, Meigen

2008-11-01

The regional atmospheric modeling system (RAMS) was applied to Chiang Mai province, a mountainous area in Thailand, to study terrain-induced mesoscale circulations. Eight cases in wet and dry seasons under different weather conditions were analyzed to show thermal and dynamic impacts on local circulations. This is the first study of RAMS in Thailand especially investigating the effect of mountainous area on the simulated meteorological data. Analysis of model results indicates that the model can reproduce major features of local circulation and diurnal variations in temperatures. For evaluating the model performance, model results were compared with observed wind speed, wind direction, and temperature monitored at a meteorological tower. Comparison shows that the modeled values are generally in good agreement with observations and that the model captured many of the observed features.

Like nobody else: the secrets of metaphorical style Como ninguém mais: os segredos do estilo metafórico

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Jeannine M. Fontaine

2004-06-01

Full Text Available Metaphor is pervasive in literature, and metaphorical choices can be seen as central to what we call an author's 'style.' This study provides an illustrative overview, based on fifty-page prose excerpts from fourteen authors representing diverse genres and periods. Categorizing examples by frequency, syntactic form and meaning, a clear characteristic or combination of characteristics readily emerges for each novelist. Having covered these, we then look in more detail at the semantics of metaphor in Arundhati Roy's novel The God of Small Things. Finally, we hypothesize that an expanded study, considering the function of metaphors in text and their interre lationships, could yield an increasingly fine-grained measure of metaphorical style.A metáfora é uma constante na literatura, e escolhas metafóricas podem ser consideradas essenciais ao que chamamos do estilo do autor. Este estudo fornece uma revisão ilustrada, baseada em trechos de cinqüenta páginas, selecionadas de catorze autores que representam diversos gêneros e períodos. Quando categorizamos exemplos por freqüência, forma sintática, e significado, facilmente emerge uma característica evidente, ou uma combinação de características para cada autor. Nós então analisamos mais detalhadamente a semântica da metáfora no livro The God of Small Things, de Arundhati Roy. Finalmente, propomos que um estudo mais extensivo, considerando a função das metáforas e suas Inter-relações, pode resultar numa medida cada vez mais precisa do estilo metafórico.

Classificação dos fármacos mais solicitados em um serviço de atendimento farmacêutico = Classification of the most requested drugs in a pharmaceutical costumer service

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Lima, Álisson Menezes Araújo

2008-01-01

Full Text Available Objetivo: Verificar e classificar o perfil das informações prestadas aos usuários atendidos por um Centro de Informações sobre Medicamentos (CIM SAC Farma Pague Menos, instalado em uma rede de farmácias do Ceará - Brasil, no período de janeiro a dezembro de 2005. Materiais e Métodos: Os dados foram obtidos do banco de dados de informações farmacêuticas através do software Tactium Managment® 2005, desenvolvido pela Softium com capacidade para gerar um banco de dados capaz de catalogar informações de forma eficiente ao desenvolvimento da pesquisa. Resultados: O fármaco mais solicitado durante o período de estudo foi o Diclofenaco (5,08%, seguido do Paracetamol (4,53% e o Levonorgestrel (3,51%. O 1º Nível da Classificação ATC mais solicitado foi o Nível A (16,58%, seguido dos Níveis N (15,55% e G (14,97% respectivamente. O 2º Nível mais solicitado da Classificação ATC foi o G03 com 13,29% das solicitações. Conclusões: O estudo demonstrou que Diclofenaco foi o fármaco mais solicitado para informações e que as classes dos hormônios sexuais, antiinfecciosos de uso sistêmicos e produtos antiinflamatórios e antireumáticos foram os mais registrados pela classificação ATC

Abilities of the pitchers of female Softball in the community Los Arados Maisí from Municipality

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Roylis Noa-Chávez

2011-06-01

Full Text Available This study addresses a subject of great interest from the major deficiencies in female softball pitchers in the community “Los Arados” from Maisí municipality. In this sense, the researcher offers in detail a group of elements on an activity that is very young in the territory and where its practitioners are started for the first time. From the review and updating of these physical activities the specialists criteria method was applied, which confirmed the feasibility of the proposal to insert it into the female softball lesson plans.

Ämaris valimisreklaami filmimist korraldas ka peaministri büroo / Joosep Värk, Urmas Jaagant ; kommenteerib Sven Mikser

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Värk, Joosep

2014-01-01

Reformierakonna valimisklipp "Kindlalt edasi" filmiti kaitseväe loal Ämari lennubaasis. Kaitseväeteenistuse seaduse järgi aga ei tohi käsuõigust ega distsiplinaarvõimu kasutada erakondlikes huvides. Selgitavad kaitseväe juhataja Riho Terras, peaministri büroo juht Liina Kersna ja julgeolekunõunik Kadri Peeters

Mahtra talurahvamuuseumi uue hoone arhitektuurse eskiisprojekti võistluse...

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2005-01-01

Hindamiskomisjon (osalejad loetletud) andis I preemia Tomomi Hayashi ja Hanno Grossschmidti (HG Arhitektuur) võistlustööle "Heinamaa", II - Andres Lemberi (Male Arhitektid) võistlustöö "Talgud", III - Liina Jaanuse võistlustöö "Pärand", ergutuspreemia - Indrek Järve (Schults ja Partnerid) võistlustöö "Part"

Teen Paslepas kõike, koristan, pesen pesu! / Maarius Suviste

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Suviste, Maarius, 1966-

2007-01-01

Presidendi Paslepa residentsi perenaine Liina Pruus on hoolimata presidendi harvadest külaskäikudest seal aasta läbi tööl. Vt. samas: Lennart Meri: "Kas te pakute laket või lurri?"; 400 000 krooni eest remonti; Rüütli tütar elas Paslepas kroonu kulul

Jaan Toomiku uued tööd Tallinnas

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2005-01-01

7. märtsist Tallinna Kunstihoone galeriis Jaan Toomiku videoteoste ja maalide näitus "Hiljutised tööd". Suuremõõtmeliste maalide peategelaseks on kunstnik ise. 4. märtsist Jaan Toomiku personaalnäitus Madridi kunstikeskuses Circulo Bellas Artes, kus saab näha videoteoseid "Liina", "Kajakad" jm.

CARTOGRAFIA GEOGRÁFICA: ENTRE O “JÁ-ESTABELECIDO” E O “NÃO- MAIS-SUFICIENTE”

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Gisele Girardi

2014-04-01

Full Text Available “Cartografia Geográfica” designa o campo da formação superior em Geografia que se dedica à cartografia. Ao se considerar as diversas possibilidades de cartografias e espacialidades que coexistem no contemporâneo, propõe-se entender este campo num “entre” o “já-estabelecido” e o “não mais suficiente”. Ambos os domínios, tomados separadamente, podem ser considerados como despotencializadores da cartografia na Geografia. Contudo, no “entre” os dois domínios pode ser situada a pertinência e a riqueza de se fazer e pensar a cartografia na geografia na atualidade. O propósito deste texto é trazer elementos para dar visibilidade ao “entre” mencionado. Parte-se inicialmente de uma discussão sobre a linguagem e sobre os caminhos da semiótica cartográfica que, ao se inspirar na linguística estrutural voltou-se para dentro do mapa (arranjos de signos, imprimindo um modelo fortemente representacional para a cartografia, aqui identificado como o “já-estabelecido”. A seguir são apresentadas ideias de alguns autores contemporâneos que trazem abordagens pós-representacionais, que ressituam a relação entre a ciência (cartografia e seu objeto (o mapa, pois, face às modificações contemporâneas de entendimento da espacialidade, o “já-estabelecido” passa a ser “não mais suficiente”. Nas considerações finais são delineadas algumas estratégias para se habitar este “entre” como potência criativa para expansão do campo da Cartografia geográfica.

MORDIDA: EM QUEM DÓI MAIS?

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

FERREIRA, A.L.N.

2015-12-01

Full Text Available O início da vida escolar da criança é marcante tanto para pais quanto para professores. É comum que ao ingressar no ambiente escolar, as crianças vivenciem novas experiências e relações sociais distantes do ambiente familiar, demonstrando assim comportamentos, tais como: choro, timidez e mordidas. O presente trabalho tem como objetivo analisar a opinião dos pais e responsáveis de crianças na faixa etária de 18 meses a 2 anos em relação à mordida no ambiente escolar. Diante esta situação, a psicóloga clínica e escolar Hennemann (2004 explica: “Esta é uma manifestação de desenvolvimento considerada impulsiva e exploratória”. Este comportamento aparece e desaparece à medida que a criança amadurece e encontra outras formas de exploração do ambiente. Freud (1920 explica que a fase oral é o período em que a criança sente necessidade de levar à boca tudo o que estiver ao seu alcance, pois o prazer vital está ligado à nutrição. Ela experimenta o mundo com o que conhece melhor: a boca. Outra razão é a necessidade de se comunicar. A metodologia utilizada nesse trabalho utilizou a abordagem qualitativa e quantitativa. Foram analisadas 26 entrevistas realizadas com os pais dos alunos do pré-maternal do CENSA. O período de adaptação escolar é o período em que as mordidas mais acontecem por isso nessa época sua intervenção deve ser maior. Diante dos resultados obtidos, observamos que muitos pais apesar de entender que a mordida faz parte desta faixa etária, mostram-se desconfortáveis com esta situação e buscam junto à escola, estratégias capazes de minimizar esta atitude da criança. Não veem a mordida como algo natural, mas também não supervalorizam o ato como violência. Buscam entender o contexto onde geralmente aconteceu a situação e agem junto aos professores, seguindo as orientações da escola. Constatamos que a parceria entre escola e família é o elemento fundamental para garantir que esta

O Programa Mais Educação e suas possibilidades de intensificar a jornada escolar na formação do aluno

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Cleide Aparecida Pereira Cirino

2016-06-01

Full Text Available Esta pesquisa investigou as possibilidades de intensificar a jornada escolar na formação integral dos alunos que estão inseridos no Programa Mais Educação, instituído pelo Governo Federal em 2007 para a ampliação da jornada escolar e a organização curricular, na perspectiva da educação integral que visa atender o aluno em período integral. A metodologia foi de cunho qualitativo desenvolvida na Escola de Educação Básica Basiliano do Carmo de Jesus no Município de Sinop, onde foi desenvolvido o Programa, ressaltando a importância de compreender na prática como é o processo de escolarização e aprendizagem. Palavras-chave: Programa Mais Educação; escolarização; aprendizagem.

Mapping Two-Dimensional Deformation Field Time-Series of Large Slope by Coupling DInSAR-SBAS with MAI-SBAS

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Liming He

2015-09-01

Full Text Available Mapping deformation field time-series, including vertical and horizontal motions, is vital for landslide monitoring and slope safety assessment. However, the conventional differential synthetic aperture radar interferometry (DInSAR technique can only detect the displacement component in the satellite-to-ground direction, i.e., line-of-sight (LOS direction displacement. To overcome this constraint, a new method was developed to obtain the displacement field time series of a slope by coupling DInSAR based small baseline subset approach (DInSAR-SBAS with multiple-aperture InSAR (MAI based small baseline subset approach (MAI-SBAS. This novel method has been applied to a set of 11 observations from the phased array type L-band synthetic aperture radar (PALSAR sensor onboard the advanced land observing satellite (ALOS, spanning from 2007 to 2011, of two large-scale north–south slopes of the largest Asian open-pit mine in the Northeast of China. The retrieved displacement time series showed that the proposed method can detect and measure the large displacements that occurred along the north–south direction, and the gradually changing two-dimensional displacement fields. Moreover, we verified this new method by comparing the displacement results to global positioning system (GPS measurements.

Kultuuridessant Sillamäe aatomilinna ehk Nemad ja meie / Ilja Sundelevitsh

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Sundelevitsh, Ilja

2006-01-01

Eleonore de Montesquiou näitust "Aatomilinnad. Paldiski - Sillamäe" tutvustati 8. IX Sillamäe muuseumis, 24. VIII esitleti kunstniku projekti Paldiski muuseumis. Sillamäel käisid E. de Montesquiou, Anne Durez, Reet Varblane, Liina Siib, Eve Kiiler, Jaanika Peerna, Liis Jürgens, Tarmu Tamverk ja Ilja Sundelevitsh

Uued ja vanad ruumimängud / Reet Varblane

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Varblane, Reet, 1952-

1998-01-01

Inglise-eesti ühisnäitus 'Private views : taas/avastatud ruum Eesti ja Briti kaasaegses kunstis' Rotermanni soolalaos. Kuraatorid Mare Tralla, Pam Skelton. Feminismist kui tähenduslikust ruumist. Eve Kiileri, Mari Koorti, Liina Siibi, Susan Brindi, Ene-Liis Semperi, Anu Juuraku, Naomi Dinesi, rühmituse F.F.F.F., kuraatorite esinemisest.

Ajalugu ja ajaloo peegeldused / Harry Liivrand

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Liivrand, Harry, 1961-

2005-01-01

Tiina Tammetalu ja Lilian Mosolaineni ühisnäitus Hobusepea galeriis, Leonhard Lapini näitus "Looming aastatest 1971-1973" Eesti Panga kuppelsaalis, Liina Siibi näitus "Marlowe" Tallinna Linnagaleriis, Ly Lestbergi näitus "Kusagil mujal" Jaani seegi muuseumis, näitus "Ernö Koch. Ungari kunstnik Eestis" Ungari Instituudi galeriis

Eestluse kütkes / Krista Maajärv

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Maajärv, Krista

2005-01-01

2005.a. Eesti Televisiooni ekraanile jõudnud dokumentaalfimid sarjast "Eesti lood": "Kahe näoga saar" (Kerttu Soans), "Nagu noor jumal" (Olev Remsu), "Polaarrütmid" (Katharina Grepp), "Ma olen ju naine" (Kert Grünberg), "Avasta rikas nurgatagune kosmoses" (Jaan Tootsen), "Dreamland Queens" (Liina Trishkina) ja "Punk ja perekond" (Kaspar Kaljas)

Lutheri mööblivabriku renoveerimine korterelamuks = Renovation of the Luther furniture factory into an apartment building / Margit Mutso

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Mutso, Margit, 1966-

2009-01-01

Tallinnas Vana-Lõuna 39 ja 39a asuva hoone (Aleksei Bubõr, Nikolai Vassiljev, 1912) muinsuskaitse eritingimused koostas Monika Eensalu, vastutav arhitekt Rasmus Tamme, arhitektid Andrei Pleskatšov, Jaanus Saarepera ja Evelin Eelma, sisearhitektid Reio Raudsepp, Eero Jürgenson (projektijuht) ja Liina Kink. Žürii hinnang kultuurkapitali aastapreemiale esitatud hoonele

Miski on mäda, ehk kõik valed Hamletist / Aet Süvari

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Süvari, Aet, 1977-

2000-01-01

Autor võtteplatsil toimuvat jälgimas : Ilmar Raag väntab Saaremaal Hamleti-teemalist ingliskeelset mängufilmi inglise näitlejatega esialgse pealkirjaga "Miski on riigis mäda ehk Kogu vale Hamletist" ("Something is Rotten or All the Lie About Hamlet"). Filmi operaator on Madis Mihkelsoo ja kunstnik Liina Unt

Big and small women facing small culture / Reet Varblane

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Varblane, Reet, 1952-

1999-01-01

Feministlik kunst Eestis alates 1994. aastast. Näitustest EST. FEM, Kood-eks, Private Views. Videod. Fotoinstallatsioonid. Tuntumad kunstnikud: Mare Tralla, Ene-Liis Semper, Mari Laanemets, Eve Kiiler, Tiina Tammetalu, Kai Kaljo, Ly Lestberg, Liina Siib jt. Kunstnike rühmitused: F.F.F.F. Teemad: ema, väike naine, keha. 6 illustratsiooni

Acute air pollution-related symptoms among residents in Chiang Mai, Thailand.

Science.gov (United States)

Wiwatanadate, Phongtape

2014-01-01

Open burnings (forest fires, agricultural, and garbage burnings) are the major sources of air pollution in Chiang Mai, Thailand. A time series prospective study was conducted in which 3025 participants were interviewed for 19 acute symptoms with the daily records of ambient air pollutants: particulate matter less than 10 microm in size (PM10), carbon monoxide (CO), nitrogen dioxide (NO2), sulfur dioxide (SO2), and ozone (O3). PM10 was positively associated with blurred vision with an adjusted odds ratio (OR) of 1.009. CO was positively associated with lower lung and heart symptoms with adjusted ORs of 1.137 and 1.117. NO2 was positively associated with nosebleed, larynx symptoms, dry cough, lower lung symptoms, heart symptoms, and eye irritation with the range of adjusted ORs (ROAORs) of 1.024 to 1.229. SO2 was positively associated with swelling feet, skin symptoms, eye irritation, red eyes, and blurred vision with ROAORs of 1.205 to 2.948. Conversely, O3 was negatively related to running nose, burning nose, dry cough, body rash, red eyes, and blurred vision with ROAORs of 0.891 to 0.979.

Effects of pharmacists' interventions on appropriateness of prescribing and evaluation of the instruments' (MAI, STOPP and STARTs' ability to predict hospitalization--analyses from a randomized controlled trial.

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Ulrika Gillespie

Full Text Available Appropriateness of prescribing can be assessed by various measures and screening instruments. The aims of this study were to investigate the effects of pharmacists' interventions on appropriateness of prescribing in elderly patients, and to explore the relationship between these results and hospital care utilization during a 12-month follow-up period.The study population from a previous randomized controlled study, in which the effects of a comprehensive pharmacist intervention on re-hospitalization was investigated, was used. The criteria from the instruments MAI, STOPP and START were applied retrospectively to the 368 study patients (intervention group (I n = 182, control group (C n = 186. The assessments were done on admission and at discharge to detect differences over time and between the groups. Hospital care consumption was recorded and the association between scores for appropriateness, and hospitalization was analysed.The number of Potentially Inappropriate Medicines (PIMs per patient as identified by STOPP was reduced for I but not for C (1.42 to 0.93 vs. 1.46 to 1.66 respectively, p<0.01. The number of Potential Prescription Omissions (PPOs per patient as identified by START was reduced for I but not for C (0.36 to 0.09 vs. 0.42 to 0.45 respectively, p<0.001. The summated score for MAI was reduced for I but not for C (8.5 to 5.0 and 8.7 to 10.0 respectively, p<0.001. There was a positive association between scores for MAI and STOPP and drug-related readmissions (RR 8-9% and 30-34% respectively. No association was detected between the scores of the tools and total re-visits to hospital.The interventions significantly improved the appropriateness of prescribing for patients in the intervention group as evaluated by the instruments MAI, STOPP and START. High scores in MAI and STOPP were associated with a higher number of drug-related readmissions.

Diurnal variation, vertical distribution and source apportionment of carcinogenic polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in Chiang-Mai, Thailand.

Science.gov (United States)

Pongpiachan, Siwatt

2013-01-01

Diurnal variation of particulate polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) was investigated by collecting PM10 at three different sampling altitudes using high buildings in the city center of Chiang-Mai, Thailand, during the relatively cold period in late February 2008. At site-1 (12 m above ground level), B[a]P concentrations ranged from 30.3 -1,673 pg m-3 with an average of 506±477 pg m-3, contributing on average, 8.09±8.69% to ?PAHs. Ind and B[b]F concentrations varied from 54.6 to 4,579 pg m-3 and from 80.7 to 2,292 pg m-3 with the highest average of 1,187±1,058 pg m-3 and 963±656 pg m-3, contributing on average, 19.0±19.3% and 15.4±12.0% to ?PAHs, respectively. Morning maxima were predominantly detected in all observatory sites, which can be described by typical diurnal variations of traffic flow in Chiang-Mai City, showing a morning peak between 6 AM. and 9 AM. Despite the fact that most monitoring sites might be subjected to specific-site impacts, it could be seen that PAH profiles in Site-1 and Site-2 were astonishingly homogeneous. The lack of differences suggests that the source signatures of several PAHs become less distinct possibly due to the impacts of traffic and cooking emissions from ground level.

Esmamuljed maaülikoolist / Kristi Kägu, Ülle Ütsik, Priit Veeroja, Simon Soll...[jt.] ; küsitlenud Sirje Pärismaa

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2008-01-01

Küsimusele, kuidas on möödunud esimesed nädalad, vastasid Maaülikooli esmakursuslased: majandusarvestuse ja finantsjuhtimise erialalt Kristi Kägu, ökonoomika ja ettevõtluse erialalt Ülle Ütsik, veemajanduse erialalt Priit Veeroja, maastikuarhitektuuri erialalt Simon Soll, kinnisvara planeerimise erialalt Merlin Henning ja liha- ja piimatehnoloogia erialalt Liina Politanova

Dr. Ruta Kruuda fond andis välja esimesed stipendiumid

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2006-01-01

Poliitikauuringute Keskuse PRAXIS juurde loodud dr Ruta Kruuda fond andis 10. märtsil 2006. a. välja oma esimesed stipendiumid, mille said Tervise Arengu Instituudi teadur Riina Raudne ja Tartu Ülikooli magistrand Liina Raju. Tema magistritöö keskendub HIV-nakkuse ja AIDSi teema kui avaliku arutelu objekti käsitlusele Eestis

Kunstimuuseumi Kumu püsiväljapanek = Permanent exhibition at the Kumu Art Museum of Estonia

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2007-01-01

Püsiväljapanekute "Eesti kunsti klassika 18. sajandi algusest kuni 1944. aastani" (kujundus Liina Siib) ja "Eesti kunst 1945-1991" (kujundus Terje Kallast ja Urmas Luure) näitusekujundusest, kujundajatest, nende tähtsamad tööd näituse kujundajatena. 8 värv. vaadet, fotod L. Siibist ja T. Kallastist

Näitus Mahtra talurahvamuuseumi arhitektuurikonkursile laekunud töödest

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2005-01-01

Võistlustööde hindamiskomisjoni liikmed. Parim töö "Heinamaa", arhitektid Tomomi Hayashi ja Hanno Grossschmidt arhitektuuribüroost HG Arhitektuur. Teine koht Andres Lemberi ja Tarmo Maiste tööle "Talgud", kolmas koht Liina Jaanuse tööle "Pärand", neljas koht Indrek Järve tööle "Part"

Kuhu kulutame järgmisel aastal 53,1 miljardit krooni?

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2004-01-01

2005. aasta eelarve eelnõust, eelarve prioriteetidest. Riigi eelarvestrateegia aastateks 2005-2008 näeb ette mitmete aktsiisimaksude tõusu. Diagramm: Kulude maht miljonites kroonides. Kommenteerivad: Margus Tsahkna, Toomas Varek, Eiki Nestor, Liina Tõnisson. Küsimusele 2005. aasta riigieelarve projekti nõrgima lüli kohta vastavad: Andres Lipstok, Vello Tafenau ja Siim Kiisler

Eesti kunst Berliinis

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2003-01-01

29. novembrist Berliini Giedre Bartelti galeriis fotonäitus "(un)dressed Body in the Baltic Photo. Art vol 2: Estonia". Näituse teema: keha ja selle kujutamisviisid, seksuaalsus ja aseksuaalsus. Eksponeeritud Margot Kase, Peeter Lauritsa, Ly Lestbergi, Mark Raidpere, Ene-Liis Semperi, Liina Siibi, Mare Tralla ja Tanel Veenre video- ja fotolooming. Kuraator Sirje Helme

Eesti goes St. Etienne / Anna Roomet

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Roomet, Anna

2006-01-01

Näitus Eesti Kunstiakadeemia tootedisaini osakonna magistrantide viimase kahe aasta projektide paremikust esindas Eestit disainibiennaalil St. Etiennis Prantsusmaal. Näituse panid üles Pent Talvet ja Pavel Sidorenko, näitusel osalejad: Anna-Maria Einla, Kätlin Kangur, Triin Kuusler, Andri Laidre, Veiko Liis, Liina-Kai Raivet, P. Sidorenko, P. Talvet, Ingela Viks, Triin Voss

Tartu kevad / Juta Kivimäe

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Kivimäe, Juta, 1952-

2003-01-01

Tartu Ülikooli maali õppetooli üliõpilaste näitus "Tartu kevad" Kastellaanimaja galeriis. Osalevad Kadri Ilves, Piret Mikkelsen, Anna Kainulainen, Anna Mägi, Jaan-Jürgen Klaus, Merike Orav, Irina Krivonogova, Angela Orro, Peeter Krosmann, Kärt Putk, Kadi Kängsepp, Jane Remm, Liina Laaser, Ode Taul, Sami Kalevi Makkonen, Maive Õunapuu

Source indicators of biomass burning associated with inorganic salts and carboxylates in dry season ambient aerosol in Chiang Mai Basin, Thailand

Science.gov (United States)

Tsai, Ying I.; Sopajaree, Khajornsak; Chotruksa, Auranee; Wu, Hsin-Ching; Kuo, Su-Ching

2013-10-01

PM10 aerosol was collected between February and April 2010 at an urban site (CMU) and an industrial site (TOT) in Chiang Mai, Thailand, and characteristics and provenance of water-soluble inorganic species, carboxylates, anhydrosugars and sugar alcohols were investigated with particular reference to air quality, framed as episodic or non-episodic pollution. Sulfate, a product of secondary photochemical reactions, was the major inorganic salt in PM10, comprising 25.9% and 22.3% of inorganic species at CMU and TOT, respectively. Acetate was the most abundant monocarboxylate, followed by formate. Oxalate was the dominant dicarboxylate. A high acetate/formate mass ratio indicated that primary traffic-related and biomass-burning emissions contributed to Chiang Mai aerosols during episodic and non-episodic pollution. During episodic pollution carboxylate peaks indicated sourcing from photochemical reactions and/or directly from traffic-related and biomass burning processes and concentrations of specific biomarkers of biomass burning including water-soluble potassium, glutarate, oxalate and levoglucosan dramatically increased. Levoglucosan, the dominant anhydrosugar, was highly associated with water-soluble potassium (r = 0.75-0.79) and accounted for 93.4% and 93.7% of anhydrosugars at CMU and TOT, respectively, during episodic pollution. Moreover, levoglucosan during episodic pollution was 14.2-21.8 times non-episodic lows, showing clearly that emissions from biomass burning are the major cause of PM10 episodic pollution in Chiang Mai. Additionally, the average levoglucosan/mannosan mass ratio during episodic pollution was 14.1-14.9, higher than the 5.73-7.69 during non-episodic pollution, indicating that there was more hardwood burning during episodic pollution. Higher concentrations of glycerol and erythritol during episodic pollution further indicate that biomass burning activities released soil biota from forest and farmland soils.

Moodne materjal / Liina Jänes

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Jänes, Liina, 1977-

2005-01-01

Uusim betoonarhitektuur maailmas: Chichu Kunstimuuseum Naoshima saarel ja eramu "4x4" (arhitekt Tadao Ando), Wolfsburgi teaduskeskus Saksamaal (arhitekt Zaha Hadid), krematoorium Berliinis (arhitekt Axel Schultes), Utrechti ülikooli raamatukogu (arhitekt Wiel Arets), tuleviku betoonmaja The Concrete House (arhitektid Peter Poulet, Michael Harvey). 10 värv. ill

Estonian-Chinese cohesion / Liina Lelmi

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Lelmi, Liina

2009-01-01

Eesti-Hiina majandussuhetest. Hiina asepeaministri Zhang Dejiangi Eesti visiidist ja kohtumisest peaminister Andrus Ansipi, välisminister Urmas Paeti ning majandus- ja kommunikatsiooniminister Juhan Partsiga

Homme kell 18 avatakse Villa Manini kaasaja kunsti keskuses...

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2004-01-01

Uue Euroopa foto- ja videokunstinäitus "Instant Europe", kus on väljas kümne hiljaaegu Euroopa Liitu astunud riigi - Küpros, Eesti, Läti, Leedu, Malta, Poola, Tšehhi, Slovakkia, Sloveenia, Ungari - kunstnike tööd. Kuraatorid Francesco Bonami ja Sarah Cosulich Canarutto. Eestit esindavad Jaan Toomik, Kai Kaljo, Ene-Liis Semper ja Liina Siib

Vaba mõtte filmid / Raimo Jõerand

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Jõerand, Raimo, 1970-

2009-01-01

Lähima poole aasta jooksul esilinastuvatest Eesti dokumentaalfilmidest : Peeter Brambati "Kosmos'68", Jaan Tootseni-Jaak Kilmi "Uus maailm", Juri Hatšavatski-Marianna Kaati "Ajuoperatsioon", Ilmar Raagi-Kiur Aarma "September", Marianne Kõrveri "7 motiivi", Kristiina Davidjantsi "Palusalu", Liina Triškina-Indrek Treufeldti "1939", Mihkel Kärmase-Rasmus Kagge "Riigireetur", Artur Talviku "Baruto - tõlkes kaduma läinud"

München ei ole ainult Oktoberfest / Albert Trapeezh

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Trapeež, Albert, pseud., 1947-

2005-01-01

Eesti nüüdiskunsti näitusest Müncheni kunstikeskuses Aktionsforum. Osalesid Siim-Tanel Annus, Jaan Elken, Jüri Kass, Ülle Marks, Eve Kask, Lennart Mänd, Tiiu Kirsipuu, Leonhard Lapin, Raul Meel, Liina Siib, Andres Tolts ja Urmas Viik. Näituse kataloogi eestipoolsed tekstid kirjutas Harry Liivrand. Müncheni moodsaimast kunstikeskusest Pinakothek der Moderne'ist

Fotofilm - hall ala või sümbioos? / Greta Varts

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Varts, Greta, 1986-

2011-01-01

Tallinna Fotokuu raames 14. okt.-l Tallinnas kinos Sõprus toimunud esimesest Eesti fotofilmide festivalist, kuraatorid Anna Hints ja Alis Mäesalu. Kunstnik Liina Siibi ja Saksa fotofilmi veterani Gusztáv Hámosi ettekannetest. Rahvusvahelisest fotofilmi konkursist "Ajatu lugu", mille võitis Anu-Laura Tuttelberg. Gusztáv Hámosi kureeritud ning tema osalusel valminud Saksa parimate fotofilmide valikust

Mahtra Talurahvamuuseum

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2005-01-01

Mahtra Talurahvamuuseumi eskiisprojekti võistluse eesmärgiks oli saada parim lahendus muuseumihoone kaasajastamiseks ja laiendamiseks. Žürii koosseis. Võidutööst. Preemiad: I - Tomomi Hayashi, Hanno Grossschmidt ((HG Arhitektuur), II - Andres Lember, Tarmo Maiste (Male Arhitektid), III - Liina Jaanus, ergutuspreemia - Indrek Järve (Schults ja Partnerid). Ill.: võidutöö asendiplaan, korruste plaanid, vaade

Tõeline arhitektuur kolis linnast Juuru valda / Tiia Truu

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Truu, Tiia, 1948-

2005-01-01

Arhitektuurivõistlusest, mille eesmärgiks oli saada parim lahendus Mahtra muuseumi laiendamiseks. Esimene preemia - märgusõna "Heinamaa", Tomomi Hayashi ja Hanno Grossschmidt arhitektuuribüroost HG Arhitektuur. Teine preemia - märgusõna "Talgud", Andres Lember ja Tarmo Maiste arhitektuuribüroost Male Arhitektid. Kolmas preemia - märgusõna "Pärand", arhitekt Liina Jaanus

Kas sinul on juba pääsukesed kõhus? / Maris Meiessaar

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Meiessaar, Maris

2007-01-01

Tallinna Ülikooli reklaami ja imagoloogia eriala tudengid osalesid projektis The Pitch, et leida ideed Eesti toidu ja seda tähistava pääsukese logo reklaamimiseks. Võistluse võitis projekt "Kõhu tunne", autoriteks Birgit Jõgeva, Mariliis Lill, Liina Karo, Helen Kask ja Markko Toppi. Võistlust kommenteerib TLÜ reklaami ja meedia osakonna juhataja Tiina Hiob

Näidendivõistluse võitis lugu buumijärgsest ängist / Kaarel Kressa

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Kressa, Kaarel, 1983-

2011-01-01

Eesti teatriagentuuri näidendivõistluse võitis Piret Jaaks näidendiga "Näha roosat elevanti", teise koha said Jan Rahmani "Lell" ja Donald Tombergi "Andmed Liina Pihlapuust" ning kolmanda koha Paavo Piik "Keti lõpp" ja Kadri Noormets "GO NEO UND ROMANTIX". Lühinäidendi eripreemia läks Küllike Veedele "Puudutamata" eest

Influences of population, building, and traffic densities on urban heat island intensity in Chiang Mai City, Thailand

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Kammuang-Lue Niti

2015-01-01

Full Text Available This research aims to evaluate the Urban Heat Island Intensity (UHII and study the influences of population density, building density, and traffic density on the UHII in Chiang Mai city on each season and time. The surrounding air temperature was measured by thermocouples at a constant height of 2 m above the road by mobile surveying approach. The surveyed routes were divided into urban routes and rural routes. The UHII was calculated from the average surrounding air temperature difference between the urban and the rural areas. Experimental investigations were carried out in two seasons, consisting of summer (March-May, 2014 and winter (December 2013-February 2014. Experimental investigations were carried out in two periods, which were a daytime period (01.00-03.00 pm and a nighttime period (10.00 pm-00.00 am on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Sundays. The results show that the UHII in summer day, summer night, winter day, and winter night were 1.07°C, 1.27°C, 0.58°C, and 1.34°C, respectively. This implies that the temperature in Chiang Mai city’s urban area is higher than that in the rural area the entire year. Moreover, it was found that the UHII in summer day, winter day, and winter night were primarily affected by the traffic density with the sensitivity percentage of 87.50%, 72.73%, and 63.33%, respectively. In contrast, the UHII in summer night was mainly affected by the building density with the sensitivity percentage of 50.00%.

Ernstig gewonde verkeersslachtoffers in Nederland in 1993-2008 : het werkelijke aantal in ziekenhuizen opgenomen verkeersslachtoffers met een MAIS van ten minste 2.

NARCIS (Netherlands)

Reurings, M.C.B. & Bos, N.M.

2009-01-01

Seriously injured road crash casualties in the Netherlands in the period 1993-2008; The real number of in-patients with a minimum MAIS of 2. Road safety policy is aimed at reducing the numbers of road deaths and seriously injured in road safety crashes. In the Netherlands, a 'seriously injured

Assessment of contamination and misclassification biases in a randomized controlled trial of a social network peer education intervention to reduce HIV risk behaviors among drug users and risk partners in Philadelphia, PA and Chiang Mai, Thailand.

Science.gov (United States)

Simmons, Nicole; Donnell, Deborah; Ou, San-San; Celentano, David D; Aramrattana, Apinun; Davis-Vogel, Annet; Metzger, David; Latkin, Carl

2015-10-01

Controlled trials of HIV prevention and care interventions are susceptible to contamination. In a randomized controlled trial of a social network peer education intervention among people who inject drugs and their risk partners in Philadelphia, PA and Chiang Mai, Thailand, we tested a contamination measure based on recall of intervention terms. We assessed the recall of test, negative and positive control terms among intervention and control arm participants and compared the relative odds of recall of test versus negative control terms between study arms. The contamination measures showed good discriminant ability among participants in Chiang Mai. In Philadelphia there was no evidence of contamination and little evidence of diffusion. In Chiang Mai there was strong evidence of diffusion and contamination. Network structure and peer education in Chiang Mai likely led to contamination. Recall of intervention materials can be a useful method to detect contamination in experimental interventions.

Comparison of Electron Transmittance and Tunneling Current through a Trapezoidal Potential Barrier with Spin Polarization Consideration by using Analytical and Numerical Approaches

Science.gov (United States)

Nabila, Ezra; Noor, Fatimah A.; Khairurrijal

2017-07-01

In this study, we report an analytical calculation of electron transmittance and polarized tunneling current in a single barrier heterostructure of a metal-GaSb-metal by considering the Dresselhaus spin orbit effect. Exponential function, WKB method and Airy function were used in calculating the electron transmittance and tunneling current. A Transfer Matrix Method, as a numerical method, was utilized as the benchmark to evaluate the analytical calculation. It was found that the transmittances calculated under exponential function and Airy function is the same as that calculated under TMM method at low electron energy. However, at high electron energy only the transmittance calculated under Airy function approach is the same as that calculated under TMM method. It was also shown that the transmittances both of spin-up and spin-down conditions increase as the electron energy increases for low energies. Furthermore, the tunneling current decreases with increasing the barrier width.

‘And Somewhere the Dove Rose’: Seamus Heaney y su Fase Aérea en la Crítica Literaria

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Juan Ráez-Padilla

2007-03-01

Full Text Available This article concentrates on the different analyses made by critics regarding the beginning of the so-called airy phase in Seamus Heaney’s oeuvre. In contrast with the generalized critical acceptance of a new airy, visionary, escapist phase, which follows a first earthy, sensorial, more politically committed phase, the main objective of this article is to show the outstanding critical disagreement over the collection/s which introduce/s this poetic shift and, consequently, the fragility of such critical hypothesis. After providing evidence on this discrepancy among critics and claiming our own disagreement with this airy phase, we offer a re-examination of Heaney’s poetic evolution which detaches itself from the binary opposition earth vs. air in favour of emphasizing tension and balance between both of them  –as in many other Heaneyian dualities–  all throughout his literary career.

Autologous chondrocyte implantation for cartilage injury treatment in Chiang Mai University Hospital: a case report.

Science.gov (United States)

Wongtriratanachai, Prasit; Pruksakorn, Dumnoensun; Pothacharoen, Peraphan; Nimkingratana, Puwapong; Pattamapaspong, Nuttaya; Phornphutkul, Chanakarn; Setsitthakun, Sasiwariya; Fongsatitkul, Ladda; Phrompaet, Sureeporn

2013-11-01

Autologous chondrocyte implantation (ACI) has become one of the standard procedures for articular cartilage defect treatment. This technique provides a promising result. However the procedural process requires an approach of several steps from multidisciplinary teams. Although the success of this procedure has been reported from Srinakharinvirot University since 2007, the application of ACI is still limited in Thailand due to the complexity of processes and stringent quality control. This report is to present the first case of the cartilage defect treatment using the first generation-ACI under Chiang Mai University's (CMU) own facility and Ethics Committee. This paper also reviews the process of biotechnology procedures, patient selection, surgical, and rehabilitation techniques. The success of the first case is an important milestone for the further development of the CMU Human Translational Research Laboratory in near future.

Pela possibilidade do uso de novas metáforas na pesquisa transcultural: menos distância e mais fricção

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Ana Celano

Full Text Available A metáfora da distância cultural vem dominando a área de estudos transculturais há mais de quatro décadas por meio de uma visão centrada, sobretudo, no interesse econômico e nas diferenças culturais entre países. O uso dessa metáfora se fundamenta em epistemologia positivista e adota lentes de uma visão estreita; embora, paradoxalmente, seja aplicada à área internacional. O objetivo deste artigo é problematizar os argumentos de Shenkar (2001; 2008 e Luo e Shenkar (2007, segundo os quais a metáfora de "distância" não é apropriada para compreensão, descrição e análise do impacto da questão cultural em negócios internacionais. Propõe-se, aqui, sua substituição pela metáfora da "fricção cultural", que captura de forma mais legítima a essência das questões transculturais aplicadas aos fenômenos em negócios internacionais.

Defining specific problems in the thai government hospital buildings. A study of architectural planning and space management of maharaj hospital, Chiang Mai Thailand

DEFF Research Database (Denmark)

Prugsiganont, Supuck; Jensen, Per Anker

The purpose of this paper is to present and analyse the preliminary results of field work observation in one of the biggest government hospitals in Thailand – the Maharaj Hospital, Chiang Mai, Thailand. Hospitals in Thailand are the result of the imported concept from the European and American...

Computer program for Bessel and Hankel functions

Science.gov (United States)

Kreider, Kevin L.; Saule, Arthur V.; Rice, Edward J.; Clark, Bruce J.

1991-01-01

A set of FORTRAN subroutines for calculating Bessel and Hankel functions is presented. The routines calculate Bessel and Hankel functions of the first and second kinds, as well as their derivatives, for wide ranges of integer order and real or complex argument in single or double precision. Depending on the order and argument, one of three evaluation methods is used: the power series definition, an Airy function expansion, or an asymptotic expansion. Routines to calculate Airy functions and their derivatives are also included.

Patterns of Sexual Behavior in Lowland Thai Youth and Ethnic Minorities Attending High School in Rural Chiang Mai, Thailand

OpenAIRE

Aurpibul, Linda; Tangmunkongvorakul, Arunrat; Musumari, Patou Masika; Srithanaviboonchai, Kriengkrai; Tarnkehard, Surapee

2016-01-01

Introduction: The rural areas of Northern Thailand are home to a large cultural diversity of ethnic minority groups. Previous studies have shown that young people in rural Thailand have low levels of knowledge on HIV/AIDS and high sexual risks. We compared sexual behaviors between the lowland Thai youth and the youth from ethnic minority groups. Methods and findings: This is a cross-sectional quantitative study conducted among high-school Thai and ethnic students in Chiang Mai. From a total 1...

Prevalence of infection and molecular confirmation by using ITS-2 region of Fasciola gigantica found in domestic cattle from Chiang Mai province, Thailand.

Science.gov (United States)

Phalee, Anawat; Wongsawad, Chalobol

2014-03-01

To investigate the infection of Fasciola gigantica (F. gigantica) in domestic cattle from Chiang Mai province and molecular confirmation using ITS-2 region. The liver and gall bladder of Bubalus bubalis (B. bubalis) and Bos taurus (B. taurus) from slaughterhouses were examined adult worms and prevalence investigation. The species confirmation with phylogenetic analysis using ITS-2 sequences was performed by maximum likelihood and UPGMA methods. The total prevalences of infection in B. bubalis and Bubalus taurus (B. taurus) were 67.27% and 52.94% respectively. The respective prevalence in both B. bubalis and B. taurus were acquired from Doi-Saket, Muang, and Sanpatong districts, with 81.25%, 62.50% and 60.00% for B. bubalis and 62.50%, 50.00% and 47.06% for Bos taurus respectively. The species confirmation of F. gigantica and some related species by basing on maximum likelihood and UPGMA methods used, 4 groups of trematodes were generated, first F. gigantica group including specimen of Chiang Mai, second 2 samples of F. hepatica, third group of 3 rumen flukes; Orthocoelium streptocoelium, F. elongatus and Paramphistomum epliclitum and fourth group of 3 minute intestinal flukes; Haplorchis taichui, Stellantchasmu falcatus, Haplorchoides sp. and liver fluke; Opisthorchis viverrini respectively. These results can be confirmed the Giant liver fluke which mainly caused fascioliasis in Chiang Mai was identified as F. gigantica and specimens were the same as those of F. gigantica recorded in other different countries. Nucleotide sequence of ITS-2 region has been proven as effective diagnostic tool for the identification of F. gigantica. Copyright © 2014 Hainan Medical College. Published by Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.

Ida-Euroopa kunsti meganäitus Stockholmis

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

1999-01-01

Stockholmi Moodsa Kunsti Muuseumis 16. X 1999-16. I 2000 Kesk- ja Ida-Euroopa kunsti näitus 'After the Wall'. Kuraatorid David Elliott, Bojana Pejic, Iris Müller-Westermann. Eestist osalevad Inessa Josing, Kai Kaljo, Liina Siib, Jaan Toomik. Näituse kataloogis on Jaan Kaplinski ja Heie Treieri artiklid, kataloogile tegid koostööd Johannes Saar, Raoul Kurvitz

Telefon asendab töövihikut / Madiken Kütt ; kommenteerinud Chernice Keenan, Carl Oskar Kvalųysęter, Kristiina Veevo

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Kütt, Madiken

2013-01-01

Tallinna ülikooli Haapsalu kolledži klassiõpetaja eriala õppekavast seotakse sügisest kuni kolmandik haridustehnoloogiaga ehk laste õpetamisel tehnoloogia kasutamisega. Selgitusi jagavad kolleži arendusjuht Liina Põld ja uue õppekava looja Piret Lehiste. Erasmuse intensiivprogrammist "IKT hariduses: interaktiivne õpe meediakasutuse kaudu" Haapsalu kolledžis. Koolituse läbinud tudengite kommentaarid ning intervjuu neid juhendanud õppejõu Jonathan Audainiga

Eesti täispikad dokumentaalfilmid 2005. aastal / Marianne Kõrver

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Kõrver, Marianne, 1980-

2006-01-01

Portreefilmid : Priit Pärnast "Pärnograafia" (Hardi Volmer), Ivar Heinmaast "Kutse" (Peep Puks), Veljo Tormisest "Tormise regi" (Sulev Keedus), Rein Tammikust "Teekond ruudulisel laudlinal" (Peeter Urbla), "Afanassi" (Liina Trishkina) ; probleemfilmid : "Parema elu nimel" (Märt Sildvee), "Piisa torn" (Arko Okk) ; sõjateemalised dokumentaalid : "Afganistani armid" (Ivar Heinmaa), "Hauka grupp" (Rene Vilbre), "Tõrjutud mälestused" (Imbi Paju) ; loodusfilm "Eesti kotkad" (Rein Maran)

Sexual health, risky sexual behavior and condom use among adolescents young adults and older adults in Chiang Mai, Thailand: findings from a population based survey.

Science.gov (United States)

Pinyopornpanish, Kanokporn; Thanamee, Sanhapan; Jiraporncharoen, Wichuda; Thaikla, Kanittha; McDonald, Jessica; Aramrattana, Apinun; Angkurawaranon, Chaisiri

2017-12-04

Sexual health is one of the key dimensions of health across all ages. Understanding risky sexual behaviors remains an important area of public health research. This study aimed to explore sexual health, risky sexual behaviors and factors associated with recent condom use as condom use is considered a main intervention proven to reduce negative health consequences of risky sexual behaviors, specifically related to sexually transmitted infections and unintended pregnancies. A stratified two-stage cluster sampling technique survey was conducted in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Information was obtained about age of first sexual intercourse, sexual activity, condom use, number of partners and history of drug/alcohol use prior to sexual activities within the past 3 months. A weighted analysis was performed to account for data clustering. It is estimated that most men (93%) and women (86%) in Chiang Mai have engaged in sexual intercourse. More than 70% of the people in Chiang Mai over age 30 remained sexually active in the past 3 months, even for populations over age 50. Eight percent of male teenagers reported having more than one sexual partner in the past 3 months. Regular condom use was reported in less than 5% of the population (6.6% men and 3.1% women). Our study demonstrated that sexual health is an important public health issue across all age groups. Condom use has been promoted as one way to minimize and prevent unintended consequences of sexual behavior but overall use remains low.

Recent Trends in Alcohol Outlet Density, Distances from Educational Institutions and Sales Campaigns in Chiang Mai Municipality (Metropolitan), Thailand: Should We Be Worried for Our Youths?

Science.gov (United States)

Thaikla, Kanittha; Jiraporncharoen, Wichuda; Semmahasak, Sukho; Likhitsathian, Surinporn; Angkurawaranon, Chaisiri

2016-03-01

Since 2008, alcohol control policies in Thailand have been considered quite comprehensive. The study aimed to investigate the subsequent changes in alcohol outlet density and patterns of sales promotion, which may be useful for monitoring the effectiveness of policies and helpful for planning prevention strategies to reduce alcohol-related harms. All accessible routes in the Chiang Mai Municipality (Metropolitan: CMM) were surveyed in 2009, 2011 and 2014. During each round of survey, the geographical coordinates of alcohol outlets and educational institutions in the CMM were recorded using the Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS). In addition, alcohol sales campaigns were documented. Three main trends emerged by 2014. The first was that alcohol outlet density had increased. Second, the average distances between alcohol outlets and educational institutions decreased with evidence of clustering near educational institutions. Lastly, increased advertising of alcohol promotions and new sales campaigns not previously seen in 2009 and 2011 promoted high volume drinking in Chiang Mai Municipality (CMM). Our study reflects the potential gaps between some of the intended consequences of alcohol control policies and the actural trends emerging in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Young people in CMM may be at a particularly high risk for alcohol-related problems due to high exposure to alcohol outlets and sales campaigns near their educational institution. © The Author 2015. Medical Council on Alcohol and Oxford University Press. All rights reserved.

Controlling abruptly autofocusing vortex beams to mitigate crosstalk and vortex splitting in free-space optical communication.

Science.gov (United States)

Yan, Xu; Guo, Lixin; Cheng, Mingjian; Li, Jiangting

2018-05-14

Orbital angular momentum (OAM) mode crosstalk induced by atmospheric turbulence is a challenging phenomenon commonly occurring in OAM-based free-space optical (FSO) communication. Recent advances have facilitated new practicable methods using abruptly autofocusing light beams for weakening the turbulence effect on the FSO link. In this work, we show that a circular phase-locked Airy vortex beam array (AVBA) with sufficient elements has the inherent ability to form an abruptly autofocusing light beam carrying OAM, and its focusing properties can be controlled on demand by adjusting the topological charge values and locations of these vortices embedded in the array elements. The performance of a tailored Airy vortex beam array (TAVBA) through atmospheric turbulence is numerically studied. In a comparison with the ring Airy vortex beam (RAVB), the results indicate that TAVBA can be a superior light source for effectively reducing the intermodal crosstalk and vortex splitting, thus leading to improvement in the FSO system performance.

Image system analysis of human eye wave-front aberration on the basis of HSS

Science.gov (United States)

Xu, Ancheng

2017-07-01

Hartmann-Shack sensor (HSS) has been used in objective measurement of human eye wave-front aberration, but the research on the effects of sampling point size on the accuracy of the result has not been reported. In this paper, point spread function (PSF) of the whole system mathematical model was obtained via measuring the optical imaging system structure of human eye wave-front aberration measurement. The impact of Airy spot size on the accuracy of system was analyzed. Statistics study show that the geometry of Airy spot size of the ideal light source sent from eye retina formed on the surface of HSS is far smaller than the size of the HSS sample point image used in the experiment. Therefore, the effect of Airy spot on the precision of the system can be ignored. This study theoretically and experimentally justifies the reliability and accuracy of human eye wave-front aberration measurement based on HSS.

Excitation of multipolar surface plasmon resonance in plasmonic nanoparticles by complex accelerating beams

Science.gov (United States)

Yang, Yang; Li, Jiafang; Li, Zhi-Yuan; Chen, Yue-Gang

2015-07-01

In this paper, through a vector-spherical harmonics approach, we investigate the optical spectra of plasmonic Au nanoparticles excited by two special accelerating beams: a non-paraxial Airy beam and a Bessel beam. We systematically analyze the impacts of the beam profile, phase, and helical wave front of the electromagnetic fields on the optical spectrum and the excitation of the surface plasmon resonance (SPR). We find that the high-order phase in the Airy beam would result in strong plasmonic oscillations in the optical spectra, while the cone angle and orbital angular momentum carried by the Bessel beam could be employed to engineer the plasmon modes excited in Au nanoparticles. Furthermore, the optical spectrum excited by a combined Airy-Bessel-Gauss beam is discussed. The study could help to deeply explore new ways to manipulate SPR in metal nanoparticles via the wave front engineering of optical beams for enhancing light-matter interaction and optical sensing performance.

Methamphetamine use is associated with high levels of depressive symptoms in adolescents and young adults in Rural Chiang Mai Province, Thailand.

Science.gov (United States)

DiMiceli, Lauren E; Sherman, Susan G; Aramrattana, Apinun; Sirirojn, Bangorn; Celentano, David D

2016-02-19

High levels of depressive symptoms often occur among individuals that use or that are dependent on methamphetamine (MA). Thailand is currently experiencing an epidemic of MA use among youth. Understanding the nature of the relationship between depressive symptoms and MA use and identifying those most at risk can further understanding of prevention and treatment options for youth who use MA and present with depressive symptoms. In 2011, we conducted a cross sectional epidemiologic study that examined associations between MA use and high levels of depressive symptoms among adolescents and young adults aged 14-29 living in Chiang Mai province, Thailand. A combination of cluster and systematic sampling was conducted to obtain a study sample of participants actively recruited in Chiang Mai province. Depressive symptoms were measured using a Thai translation of the Centers for Epidemiologic Studies Depression scale (CES-D). The independent variables measured reported lifetime and recent MA use within the past 3 months. Multivariate logistic regression models were used to assess associations between MA use and high levels of depressive symptoms. Approximately 19% (n = 394) of the sample reported ever having consumed MA and 31% (n = 124) of lifetime users reported recent MA use within the past 3 months. Recent MA use was associated with high levels of depressive symptoms (aPOR recent use: 2.60, 95% CI: 1.20, 5.63). This is one of the first studies to examine the association between MA use and high levels of depressive symptoms in a general Thai population. The odds of having high levels of depressive symptoms was significantly greater among recent MA users compared to non-users. These findings support the need for policies, programs and interventions to prevent and treat depressive symptoms presenting among MA using Thai adolescents and young adults in rural Chiang Mai province, Thailand to aid in cessation of MA use. Furthermore, additional research is needed to

Digging for Lost Rivers in Thailand: Locating and Dating Paleochannels in the Chiang Mai Intermontane Basin

Science.gov (United States)

Teo, Elisha A.; Ziegler, Alan D.; Wasson, Robert J.; Morthekai, Paulramasamy

2017-04-01

The drainage of the Chiang Mai basin has a dynamic but largely forgotten history. In the late 1980s, an ancient lost city was excavated near the Ping River in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Archaeologists had unearthed Wiang Kum Kam, the former royal capital of the Lanna Civilisation founded in 1286 CE. Former investigations revealed that flood sediments buried the capital and remnants of an abandoned river channel were discovered beneath the surface. This concurs with historical descriptions of the Ping River being on the eastern bank of the capital, despite being presently located on the western bank. The paleochannel drained 500 years ago after diverting west of the ancient city. This switch, an avulsion, coincided with a large flood, which could have triggered and/or caused the avulsion. Local oral histories also recount other Ping avulsions across the basin, but these were not documented. Some of these paleochannels residually remain as unusually sinuous irrigation canals, with historically suggestive names such as the Old Ping and the Small Ping Rivers. Here, the geomorphological evolution of the Ping River is investigated, as a future avulsion in this extensively populated area would be catastrophic. Evidence shows that the drainage of the Chiang Mai basin evolved from a braided system, to an avulsing anastomosing system, to a primarily single channel system. Two-dimensional electrical resistivity tomography and augering detected a large continuous body of fluvial sand 4 m below the surface, across the 10 km distance between the Ping and Kuang Rivers. This sand continues to the depth of at least 30 m and is typical of a braided system. Further augering along paleochannels revealed buried levees that protrude from the braided river deposits to near the surface, separated by fine floodplain sediments. This may have formed as the braided system evolved into an anastomosing system, where distinct channels stabilised and floodplain deposits could develop between channels

Princípios e ferramentas da produção mais limpa: um estudo exploratório em empresas brasileiras

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Geraldo Cardoso de Oliveira Neto

2015-06-01

Full Text Available O presente trabalho visa avaliar os princípios e ferramentas da produção mais limpa utilizados pelas empresas brasileiras e, de forma específica, entender como estes princípios são agrupados e organizados pelas organizações de maneira a tornar mais efetivos tais princípios. Foi utilizado para coleta de dados o survey exploratório em organizações associadas ao Instituto Ethos. Para a análise dos dados foram utilizadas estatísticas descritivas e análise multivariada, consubstanciando seis conjuntos de fatores explicativos. A estatística descritiva indicou que mais de 68% das empresas brasileiras pesquisadas adotaram o planejamento e controle da produção com educação ambiental com foco na análise da intensidade de material para redução de emissões e resíduos na produção, além da substituição e desenvolvimento de insumos tradicionais em ecológicos junto aos fornecedores, visando desenvolver produto ambientalmente correto. Entretanto, a adoção desses princípios exigiu investimento em pesquisa e inovação e treinamentos em educação ambiental, gerando aumento dos custos operacionais. Já os princípios menos utilizados pelas empresas explicam a falta de conhecimentos sobre as normas de rotulagem ambiental (13%, AA1000 para inclusividade dos stakeholders nas decisões operacionais (25% e de Eco-Management Audit System(28%. Os princípios foram agrupados em seis fatores pelas empresas, que são: (i a adoção de produção mais limpa e ecologia industrial com sistema de gestão ambiental baseada na ISO 14001, visando o desenvolvimento de projetos para o meio ambiente no produto, processo produtivo e redes logísticas; (ii a cocriação com os clientes no desenvolvimento de produto ecológico com foco na logística reversa de remanufatura; (iii a adoção de planejamento e controle da produção ambiental favoreceu o investimento em pesquisa e inovação com foco na redução de riscos ambientais externos; (iv a cocria

Culture and subjectivity – areas of continuity and rupture: the history of Mukhtar Mai

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Jennifer Perroni

2009-07-01

Full Text Available In 2002 a Pakistani woman named Mukhtar Mai was sentenced to collective rape for a crime committed by her brother. Unfortunately, situations like these cannot be considered rare in Pakistan, where rape as a way of resolving conflicts between families is a common practice. Consequently, the most remarkable aspect of this story may have been the reaction of this woman, who instead of resigning herself to silence or committing suicide, which is common in these cases, initiated a campaign of protest and struggle in favor of women’s rights in her country. Through this story we can perceive how tradition and culture permeate the actions and representations of a people in which the femail body still represents an object that can be used for the honor or shame of the clan. But this system of values also makes possible the rise of indivuduals who are able to break with a pattern of subordination.

Construction and performance of the magnetic bunch compressor for the THz facility at Chiang Mai University

International Nuclear Information System (INIS)

Saisut, J.; Kusoljariyakul, K.; Rimjaem, S.; Kangrang, N.; Wichaisirimongkol, P.; Thamboon, P.; Rhodes, M.W.; Thongbai, C.

2011-01-01

The Plasma and Beam Physics Research Facility at Chiang Mai University has established a THz facility to focus on the study of ultra-short electron pulses. Short electron bunches can be generated from a system that consists of a radio-frequency (RF) gun with a thermionic cathode, an alpha magnet as a magnetic bunch compressor, and a linear accelerator as a post-acceleration section. The alpha magnet is a conventional and simple instrument for low-energy electron bunch compression. With the alpha magnet constructed in-house, several hundred femtosecond electron bunches for THz radiation production can be generated from the thermionic RF gun. The construction and performance of the alpha magnet, as well as some experimental results, are presented in this paper.

Construction and performance of the magnetic bunch compressor for the THz facility at Chiang Mai University

Science.gov (United States)

Saisut, J.; Kusoljariyakul, K.; Rimjaem, S.; Kangrang, N.; Wichaisirimongkol, P.; Thamboon, P.; Rhodes, M. W.; Thongbai, C.

2011-05-01

The Plasma and Beam Physics Research Facility at Chiang Mai University has established a THz facility to focus on the study of ultra-short electron pulses. Short electron bunches can be generated from a system that consists of a radio-frequency (RF) gun with a thermionic cathode, an alpha magnet as a magnetic bunch compressor, and a linear accelerator as a post-acceleration section. The alpha magnet is a conventional and simple instrument for low-energy electron bunch compression. With the alpha magnet constructed in-house, several hundred femtosecond electron bunches for THz radiation production can be generated from the thermionic RF gun. The construction and performance of the alpha magnet, as well as some experimental results, are presented in this paper.

Ameerika toode? No tänan, aga jah / Kaivo Kopli

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Kopli, Kaivo

2006-01-01

Politoloogid Peter Katzenstein ja Robert Keohane uurisid, kas Ameerika firmad kannatavad Ameerika poliitika tõttu. Kuigi küsitlusele vastanud eurooplased arvasid, et nad boikotiksid Coca-Colat ja McDonald'sit, ostsid nad siiski nii kokakoolat kui ka hamburgereid

A new forest-dwelling Bent-toed Gecko (Squamata: Gekkonidae: Cyrtodactylus) from Doi Suthep, Chiang Mai Province, northern Thailand.

Science.gov (United States)

Kunya, Kirati; Panmongkol, Aumporn; Pauwels, Olivier S G; Sumontha, Montri; Meewasana, Jiraporn; Bunkhwamdi, Woraphot; Dangsri, Siriwat

2014-06-03

We describe a new forest-dwelling Cyrtodactylus from Doi Suthep, Chiang Mai Province, northern Thailand. Cyrtodactylus doisuthep sp. nov. is characterized by a maximal known SVL of 90.5 mm; 19 or 20 longitudinal rows of dorsal tubercles; a continuous series of 34 or 35 enlarged femoro-precloacal scales, including six or seven pitted scales on each femur (male and females) separated by a diastema from six pitted (females) or pore-bearing (male) precloacal scales; no precloacal groove or depression; transversely enlarged subcaudal scales; and six or seven irregular thin beige dorsal bands between limb insertions. 

Mais Médicos program: provision of medical doctors in rural, remote and socially vulnerable areas of Brazil, 2013-2014.

Science.gov (United States)

Pereira, Lucélia L; Santos, Leonor M P; Santos, Wallace; Oliveira, Aimê; Rattner, Daphne

2016-01-01

The Mais Médicos program was introduced in 2013 with the aim of reducing the shortage of doctors in priority regions and diminishing regional inequalities in health. One of the strategies has been to offer 3-year contracts for doctors to work in primary healthcare services in small towns, inland, rural, remote, and socially vulnerable areas. This report describes the program's implementation and the allocation of doctors to these target areas in 2014. To describe the provision of doctors in the first year of implementation, we compared the doctor-to-population ratio in the 5570 municipalities of Brazil before and after the program, based on the Federal Board of Medicine database (2013), and the official dataset provided by the Ministry of Health (2014). In its first public call (July 2013) 3511 municipalities joined the Mais Médicos program, requesting a total of 15 460 doctors; although the program prioritizes the recruitment of Brazilians, only 1096 nationals enrolled and were hired, together with 522 foreign doctors. As a consequence, an international cooperation agreement was set in place to recruit Cuban doctors. In 12 months the program recruited 14 462 doctors: 79.0% Cubans, 15.9% Brazilians and 5.1% of other nationalities, covering 93.5% of the doctors demanded; they were assigned to all the 3785 municipalities enrolled. The study reveals a major decrease in the number of municipalities with fewer than 0.1 doctors per thousand inhabitants, which dropped from 374 in 2013 to 95 in 2014 (75% reduction). Of the total, 294 doctors were sent to work in the country's 34 Indigenous Health Districts (100% coverage) and 3390 doctors were deployed in municipalities containing certified rural maroon communities (formed centuries ago by runaway slaves). After 1 year of implementation, the municipalities with maroon communities with less than 0.1 doctors per thousand inhabitants were reduced by 87% in the poorest north region. More than 30% of municipalities with

Fall-related factors among less and more active older outpatients Fatores associados a quedas em pacientes idosos ambulatoriais menos ativos e mais ativos

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Monica R. Perracini

2012-04-01

Full Text Available BACKGROUND: Fall-related factors in older adults with different levels of physical activity, within a multidimensional approach, have not been widely investigated. OBJECTIVE: To explore fall-related factors among older adults with different physical activity levels. METHODS: A cross-sectional, exploratory study with 118 older adult outpatients. Participants who reported at least one fall in the previous 12 months were considered fallers. The activity level was assessed through the Human Activity Profile. A cutoff of 54 points was used to define the less active group and the more active group. A multidimensional questionnaire and a set of physical functioning tests were applied. RESULTS: Fall prevalence was lower among the more active older adults (47.4% when compared with the less active older adults (71.4% (pCONTEXTUALIZAÇÃO: Fatores relacionados a quedas em idosos com diferentes níveis de atividade física, por meio de uma abordagem multidimensional, não têm sido amplamente investigados. OBJETIVO: Explorar os fatores relacionados a quedas em idosos com diferentes níveis de atividade física. MÉTODOS: Estudo transversal exploratório com 118 pacientes idosos ambulatoriais. Participantes que relataram ao menos uma queda nos últimos 12 meses foram considerados caidores. O nível de atividade física foi avaliado por meio do Perfil de Atividade Humana (PAH. O ponto de corte de 54 pontos foi usado para definir o grupo menos ativo e o grupo mais ativo. Um questionário multidimensional e uma bateria de testes físico-funcionais foram utilizados. RESULTADOS: A prevalência de quedas foi menor no grupo de idosos mais ativos (47,4% quando comparada à dos idosos menos ativos (71,4% (p<0,013. A análise de regressão logística multivariada identificou que, no grupo mais ativo, ter caído estava associado a sintomas depressivos (OR=0,747, IC95%=0,575-0,970; p=0,029, preocupação em cair (OR=1,17, IC95%=1,072-1,290; p=0,001 e velocidade de

Complex community of nitrite-dependent anaerobic methane oxidation bacteria in coastal sediments of the Mai Po wetland by PCR amplification of both 16S rRNA and pmoA genes.

Science.gov (United States)

Chen, Jing; Zhou, Zhichao; Gu, Ji-Dong

2015-02-01

In the present work, both 16S rRNA and pmoA gene-based PCR primers were employed successfully to study the diversity and distribution of n-damo bacteria in the surface and lower layer sediments at the coastal Mai Po wetland. The occurrence of n-damo bacteria in both the surface and subsurface sediments with high diversity was confirmed in this study. Unlike the two other known n-damo communities from coastal areas, the pmoA gene-amplified sequences in the present work clustered not only with some freshwater subclusters but also within three newly erected marine subclusters mostly, indicating the unique niche specificity of n-damo bacteria in this wetland. Results suggested vegetation affected the distribution and community structures of n-damo bacteria in the sediments and n-damo could coexist with sulfate-reducing methanotrophs in the coastal ecosystem. Community structures of the Mai Po n-damo bacteria based on 16S rRNA gene were different from those of either the freshwater or the marine. In contrast, structures of the Mai Po n-damo communities based on pmoA gene grouped with the marine ones and were clearly distinguished from the freshwater ones. The abundance of n-damo bacteria at this wetland was quantified using 16S rRNA gene PCR primers to be 2.65-6.71 × 10(5) copies/g dry sediment. Ammonium and nitrite strongly affected the community structures and distribution of n-damo bacteria in the coastal Mai Po wetland sediments.

Development of economic MeV-ion microbeam technology at Chiang Mai University

Science.gov (United States)

Singkarat, S.; Puttaraksa, N.; Unai, S.; Yu, L. D.; Singkarat, K.; Pussadee, N.; Whitlow, H. J.; Natyanum, S.; Tippawan, U.

2017-08-01

Developing high technologies but in economic manners is necessary and also feasible for developing countries. At Chiang Mai University, Thailand, we have developed MeV-ion microbeam technology based on a 1.7-MV Tandetron tandem accelerator with our limited resources in a cost-effective manner. Instead of using expensive and technically complex electrostatic or magnetic quadrupole focusing lens systems, we have developed cheap MeV-ion microbeams using programmed L-shaped blade aperture and capillary techniques for MeV ion beam lithography or writing and mapping. The programmed L-shaped blade micro-aperture system consists of a pair of L-shaped movable aperture pieces which are controlled by computer to cut off the ion beam for controlling the beam size down to the micrometer order. The capillary technique utilizes our home-fabricated tapered glass capillaries to realize microbeams. Either system can be installed inside the endstation of the MeV ion beam line of the accelerator. Both systems have been applied to MeV-ion beam lithography or writing of micro-patterns for microfluidics applications to fabricate lab-on-chip devices. The capillary technique is being developed for MeV-ion beam mapping of biological samples. The paper reports details of the techniques and introduces some applications.

Sucesso na escola: só o currículo, nada mais que o currículo! Success at scholl: all curriculum, nothing else!

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Philippe Perrenoud

2003-01-01

Full Text Available O desenvolvimento e o caráter oficial das avaliações internacionais e de padrões nacionais de rendimento escolar favorecem a coexistência de uma dupla definição institucional de sucesso escolar. A definição habitual leva em conta o ensino efetivamente ministrado, adapta-se ao nível dos alunos e apresenta uma fidedignidade duvidosa. A segunda é mais objetiva, mas privilegia o que pode ser medido por testes padronizados: o cognitivo mais do que o socioafetivo, as capacidades e conhecimentos mais que as competências e a relação com o saber. As duas avaliações entram em conflito. As regulações necessárias poderiam levar a uma aproximação do ideal: considerar, na avaliação do sucesso escolar, todos os componentes do currículo prescrito e tão-somente eles.Development and the official character of international assessments surveys and national standards of school performance favour the coexistence of a double institutional definition of success at school. The usual ones take into account the curriculum effectively taught, adapt itself to the levels of the pupils and present a rather doubtful reliability. The second one is more objective, but gives a too great weight to what can be measured through standardised tests: the cognitive more than the socio-emotional, the capacities and the knowledge more than the competencies and the relationship to knowledge. Both assessment and ordinary school evaluations are now in conflict. Necessary regulations could move them closer to the ideal, if they employed in order to consider the success at school, all the components of the formal curriculum and them only.

Sexually transmitted disease prevalence in brothel-based commercial sex workers in Chiang Mai, Thailand: impact of the condom use campaign.

Science.gov (United States)

Rugpao, S; Wanapirak, C; Sirichotiyakul, S; Yutabootr, Y; Prasertwitayakij, W; Suwankiti, S; Wongworapat, K; Tovanabutra, S; Natpratan, C; Saba, J

1997-07-01

One hundred and ninety five (195) brothel-based commercial sex workers (CSW) in Chiang Mai, Thailand, were screened for sexually transmitted disease (STD) between October 1994 and April 1995, prior to their enrollment in a multi-center comparative trial of the effectiveness of two strategies using male and female condoms. These CSW had a mean age of 22.2 (SD 4.3) years. Forty-seven per cent were Thai and 57.4 per cent had no formal education. Median duration of prostitution was 16 months and median cost for sexual service was 50 baht (US$ 2) per client. Ninety-four per cent of CSW reported always using condoms with clients. There were 63 (32.3%) CSW infected with at least one type of the STD screened. The prevalence of STD included chlamydial infection (16.9%), gonococcal infection (14.4%), condyloma accuminata (4.6%), moluscum contagiosum (2.6%) and trichomoniasis (1.0%). There was no statistically significant risk factor for STD found in this study. Despite an active programme for prevention of STD in CSW and the provision of free condoms, STD were diagnosed in one-third of the screened CSW in Chiang Mai. The programme needs to be strengthened by more intensive education and practice in the correct and consistent use of condoms and integrated with other STD prevention programmes.

Development of a NEHRP site classification map of Chiang Mai city, Thailand, based on shear-wave velocity using the MASW technique

Science.gov (United States)

Thitimakorn, Thanop

2013-08-01

To account for site amplification and seismic hazard mapping, the shear-wave velocity (Vs) profile to a depth of 30 m (Vs (30)) is an important parameter and can be used to calculate the ground motion for specific site conditions. In this study, the near-surface Vs profiles of soils were collected at 44 sites in Chiang Mai city using the multi-channel analysis of surface-wave technique. The Vs of each tested location was average weighted to Vs (30) based on the National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (NEHRP) criteria. The average Vs (30) value of the alluvium soils was about 362 m s-1, which falls between NEHRP site classes C and D. The average Vs (30) values of flood plain, fluvial clay and natural levee soils (at 300, 299 and 311 m s-1, respectively) all equated to NEHRP class D. The colluvial deposits in the north-western part of the city were mainly composed of gravel, coarse sand and rock fragments, and were assigned to class C (average Vs (30) of 412 m s-1). Soils with lower Vs values will experience higher earthquake ground shaking than those of the bedrock. Accordingly the major part of Chiang Mai city may experience substantial ground shaking due to the amplification in the soft soils.

Algumas memórias do cinema cubano mais polêmico

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Joel del Río

2011-01-01

Full Text Available Desde a fundação, em 1959, do Instituto Cubano da Arte e Indústria Cinematográficas (Icaic, apareceu um grupo de filmes dedicados a incentivar a polêmica social e a fustigar os erros do socialismo na Ilha. Este texto se propõe a analisar alguns dos principais vetores de pensamento que gravitaram sobre alguns desses filmes (documentários e de ficção capazes de levantar a polêmica, sobretudo, em seu caráter de espelhos fiéis da realidade. Também se tenta demonstrar o vertical compromisso com a realidade e seus dilemas quotidianos que tem caracterizado o melhor cinema cubano - quer dizer, o cinema cubano mais polêmico -, amparado numa política institucional decidida a demonstrar, coerentemente, a relevância artística e social de um cinema anticonformista que revele e denuncie um cinema que critique e questione, profundamente ligado ao compromisso, ao esforço coletivo para atingir uma sociedade mais justa, igualitária e humanista. Desde PM até Fresa y chocolate [Morango e chocolate], passando por Un día de noviembre e Papeles secundarios, o texto se propõe a interpretar as nuanças de cada polêmica, enquanto descreve os aportes de tais filmes à fibra medular da cultura cubana.Desde la fundación, en 1959, del Instituto Cubano del Arte e Industria Cinematográficos (Icaic han aparecido un grupo de filmes dedicados a incentivar la polémica social y a fustigar los errores del socialismo en la Isla. Este texto se propone analizar algunos de los vectores principales de pensamiento que gravitaron sobre algunos de los filmes (documentales y de ficción capaces de levantar la polémica, sobre todo en cuanto a su carácter de espejos fieles de la realidad. También se intenta demostrar el vertical compromiso con la realidad y sus dilemas cotidianos que ha caracterizado al mejor cine cubano - es decir, al cine cubano más polémico - amparado en una política institucional decidida a demostrar, coherentemente, la relevancia art

Tshorno-belõje kartinki istorii

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2008-01-01

Ekskursioon "Seenioride reede" Kumus 29. veebruaril tutvustab Liina Siibi koostatud näitust "Reis maale. Etnograafilised tüübid fotos". Näha etnograafilised fotod Eestist, põhirõhuga Johannes Pääsukese Setumaa ja Saaremaa piltidel. Kadrioru Kunstimuuseumis avatud näitusest "Igatsedes mägesid. Šveitsi maastikud Balti kunstis". Vahendatakse Balti kunstnike joonistusi Šveitsi-reisidelt ja Šveitsi maastikumaalijate loomingut. Kuraator Kadri Polli

"Eesti lood" kõrvaltvaates. EDNi direktori Tue Steen Mülleri märkmed 2. veebruaril 2005 toimunud seminaril / Kristiina Davidjants

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Davidjants, Kristiina, 1974-

2005-01-01

European Documentary Network'i direktori töötoast ETV ja EFSA dokfilmide sarja "Eesti lood" produtsentidele ja režissööridele. Näitlikult analüüsiti Liina Trishkina filmi "Elluastujad",Õnne Luha "Osta elevant ära", Madli Lääne filmi "Sensatsiooniline Tartu kevadbänd", Arvo Iho "Marina Kuvaitseva ja üksildased naised" ja Mart Taevere "Teistmoodi tihane"

20. X avati arhitektuuri- ja disainigaleriis...

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2004-01-01

Väljapanek "Vaateaken Eesti ekspositsioonile Veneetsia arhitektuuribiennaalil". Eestit esindab 9. Veneetsia arhitektuuribiennaalil Eesti Arhitektide Liidu projekt "Aeg-maha-arhitektuur", idee autor Kristjan Holm, kaasautorid Liina Jänes ja Pille Epner. Kabli rannast Veneetsiasse teisaldatud puust hobusekujulise välikäimla on loonud Agu Külm ja Jukka-Pekka Jalovaara. Ku-Ku klubis esilinastus Marianne Kõrveri, Rain Tolgi ja Andres Maimiku dokumentaalfilm "Surm Veneetsias"

Tuhkatriinust printsessiks / Heie Treier

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Treier, Heie, 1963-

1999-01-01

Ida- ja Kesk-Euroopa 1990ndate kunsti näitus 'Pärast müüri' ('After the Wall') Stockholmis Moderna Museetis. Kureerinud David Elliott, Bojana Pejic, Iris Müller-Westermann. Seminarist. Eesti kunstnike Jaan Toomiku, Kai Kaljo, Liina Siibi, Inessa Josingu esinemisest. Kommenteerivad Moskva kuraator J. Bakstein, rootsi kunstikriitik C. Chambert, makedoonia kuraator S. Milevska, ajakirja NU toimetaja J.-P. Nilsson, New Yorgi kunstikriitik K. Levin

Emancipation(s) / Airi Triisberg

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Triisberg, Airi, 1982-

2009-01-01

Tallinna Kunstihoones 20. jaan.-1.märtsini 2009 olnud Mika Hannula ja Minna Henrikssoni kureeritud näitusest "Happy Together" Mika Hannula näitusele eelnenud loengu valguses. Näitusel osalesid kunstnikud Kagu-Euroopast, Balti- ja Põhjamaadest. Petra Baueri (Rootsi) performance-loengust "Deleted Swedish Stories", Igor Grubici (Horvaatia) videost "East Side Story" (2009), Kristina Normani tööst "Community" (2009), Soome rühmituse YKON mängust "Ykon Game v.0.3"

Integrated single- and two-photon light sheet microscopy using accelerating beams

DEFF Research Database (Denmark)

Piksarv, Peeter; Marti, Dominik; Le, Tuan

2017-01-01

We demonstrate the first light sheet microscope using propagation invariant, accelerating Airy beams that operates both in single- and two-photon modes. The use of the Airy beam permits us to develop an ultra compact, high resolution light sheet system without beam scanning. In two-photon mode......, an increase in the field of view over the use of a standard Gaussian beam by a factor of six is demonstrated. This implementation for light sheet microscopy opens up new possibilities across a wide range of biomedical applications, especially for the study of neuronal processes....

Um modelo de otimização para alíquotas do IPTU socialmente mais justas

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

José Delfino Sá

2013-02-01

Full Text Available Este artigo apresenta um modelo de otimização matemática não linear que determina novas alíquotas para o Imposto sobre a Propriedade Predial e Territorial Urbana (IPTU incidente sobre os apartamentos residenciais no município do Salvador (BA. São considerados a progressividade das alíquotas, os valores venais dos imóveis, as rendas médias dos contribuintes e as usuais metodologias de cálculo do valor do imposto. Os resultados obtidos na aplicação desse modelo demonstram ser possível tratar de forma objetiva e socialmente mais justa a definição das alíquotas de IPTU para todos os tipos de imóveis de um município.

A Network of Kalman Filters for MAI and ISI Compensation in a Non-Gaussian Environment

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Sayadi Bessem

2005-01-01

Full Text Available This paper develops a new multiuser detector based on a network of kalman filters (NKF dealing with multiple access-interference (MAI, intersymbol Interference (ISI, and an impulsive observation noise. The two proposed schemes are based on the modeling of the DS-CDMA system by a discrete-time linear system that has non-Gaussian state and measurement noises. By approximating the non-Gaussian densities of the noises by a weighted sum of Gaussian terms and under the common MMSE estimation criterion, we first derive an NKF detector. This version is further optimized by introducing a feedback exploiting the ISI interference structure. The resulting scheme is an NKF detector based on a likelihood ratio test (LRT. Monte-Carlo simulations have shown that the NKF and the NKF based on LRT detectors significantly improve the efficiency and the performance of the classical Kalman algorithm.

Methamphetamine use is associated with high levels of depressive symptoms in adolescents and young adults in Rural Chiang Mai Province, Thailand

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Lauren E. DiMiceli

2016-02-01

Full Text Available Abstract Background High levels of depressive symptoms often occur among individuals that use or that are dependent on methamphetamine (MA. Thailand is currently experiencing an epidemic of MA use among youth. Understanding the nature of the relationship between depressive symptoms and MA use and identifying those most at risk can further understanding of prevention and treatment options for youth who use MA and present with depressive symptoms. Methods In 2011, we conducted a cross sectional epidemiologic study that examined associations between MA use and high levels of depressive symptoms among adolescents and young adults aged 14–29 living in Chiang Mai province, Thailand. A combination of cluster and systematic sampling was conducted to obtain a study sample of participants actively recruited in Chiang Mai province. Depressive symptoms were measured using a Thai translation of the Centers for Epidemiologic Studies Depression scale (CES-D. The independent variables measured reported lifetime and recent MA use within the past 3 months. Multivariate logistic regression models were used to assess associations between MA use and high levels of depressive symptoms. Results Approximately 19 % (n = 394 of the sample reported ever having consumed MA and 31 % (n = 124 of lifetime users reported recent MA use within the past 3 months. Recent MA use was associated with high levels of depressive symptoms (aPOR recent use: 2.60, 95 % CI: 1.20, 5.63. Conclusions This is one of the first studies to examine the association between MA use and high levels of depressive symptoms in a general Thai population. The odds of having high levels of depressive symptoms was significantly greater among recent MA users compared to non-users. These findings support the need for policies, programs and interventions to prevent and treat depressive symptoms presenting among MA using Thai adolescents and young adults in rural Chiang Mai province, Thailand to

Coital Experience Among Adolescents in Three Social-Educational Groups in Urban Chiang Mai, Thailand

Science.gov (United States)

Tangmunkongvorakul, Arunrat; Carmichael, Gordon; Banwell, Cathy; Seubsman, Sam-ang; Sleigh, Adrian

2012-01-01

This article compares coital experience of Chiang Mai 17–20-year-olds who were: (1) out-of-school; (2) studying at vocational schools; and (3) studying at general schools or university. Four-fifths, two-thirds and one-third, respectively, of males in these groups had had intercourse, compared to 53, 62 and 15 per cent of females. The gender difference for general school/university students, but not vocational school students, probably reflects HIV/AIDS refocusing male sexual initiation away from commercial sex workers. Vocational school females may have been disproportionately affected. Loss of virginity was associated, for both sexes, with social-educational background and lifestyle, and was less likely in certain minority ethnic groups. Among males, it was also associated with age and parental marital dissolution, and among females, with independent living and parental disharmony. Within social-educational groups, lifestyle variables dominated, but among general school/university students, parental marital dissolution (for males) and disharmony (for females) were also important, and Chinese ethnicity deterred male sexual experimentation. PMID:22754584

História em quadrinhos e cinema: meios cada vez mais próximos no ambiente digital

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Cappellari, Márcia Schmitt Veronezi

2009-01-01

Full Text Available A sequência é o principal fator de ligação entre duas das mais apaixonantes formas de comunicação de todos os tempos: o cinema e as histórias em quadrinhos. O surgimento da internet e as possibilidades que o meio dispõe estão proporcionando uma aproximação cada vez maior entre ambos. Os cybercomics estão ganhando som e movimento, rompendo barreiras com o que antes havia sido produzido analogicamente em histórias em quadrinhos. Desse modo, definir o que ainda é desenho seriado e o que é cinema no mundo digital pode acabar se tornando apenas uma questão de ponto de vista

Tutoria acadêmica do Projeto Mais Médicos para o Brasil em Santa Catarina: perspectiva ético-política

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Rita de Cássia Gabrielli Souza Lima

Full Text Available Resumo O estudo teve por objetivo identificar os fundamentos que conduzem a tutoria acadêmica do Projeto Mais Médicos para o Brasil em Santa Catarina, a partir da unidade de análise “valores realizados”. Trata-se de um estudo exploratório e compreensivo realizado, em 2015, com tutores catarinenses, profissionais de referência descentralizados dos Ministérios da Educação e da Saúde e profissionais de referência técnica do Ministério da Educação. Utilizou-se como instrumentos de coleta de dados entrevista semiestruturada e grupo focal. Com base na categoria Provimento emergencial como força inovadora da operação cultural Programa Mais Médicos, a análise foi conduzida pelo método ético-político. Revelaram-se três fundamentos: apagar incêndios, qualificação do Projeto e perspectiva processual. Concluiu-se que a tutoria acadêmica das atividades produtivas de médicos do provimento emergencial não corresponde a um enfrentamento pedagógico isolado, pois é parte e consequência do desenvolvimento histórico da teoria e da prática. A atividade corresponde dialeticamente a movimentos de ruptura, resistência, emancipação e não prescinde da reflexão coletiva sobre os valores eleitos e realizados no agir deliberativo.

Investigation of Ionospheric Disturbances Using Radio and Optical Observations in South-East Asia -- The Initial Results of the ASI and FPI Observations in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Science.gov (United States)

Kubota, M.; Nagatsuma, T.; Otsuka, Y.; Shiokawa, K.; Komonjinda, S.; Komolmis, T.; Somboon, E.; Tsugawa, T.; Maruyama, T.; Murata, K. T.

2010-12-01

For the purpose of monitoring and forecasting equatorial ionospheric disturbances, SEALION (SouthEast Asia Low-latitude IOnospheric Network) has been developed since 2003 as a cooperation project by National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT), King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang (KMITL) in Thailand, Chiang Mai University (CMU) in Thailand, National Institute of Aeronautics and Space (LAPAN) in Indonesia, Hanoi Institute of Geophysics (HIG), Vietnamese Academy of Science and Technology in Vietnam, Center for Space Science and Applied Research (CSSAR), Chinese Academy of Sciences in China, Kyoto University in Japan, and Solar-Terrestrial Environment Laboratory (STEL), Nagoya University in Japan. SEALION consists of five ionosondes, four GPS receivers, two GPS scintillation monitors, and a magnetometer. As a part of this project, we newly installed an all-sky imager (ASI) and a Fabry-Perot Interferometer (FPI) at Sirindhorn observatory in Chiang Mai (18.8N, 98.9E, Dip lat. 13.1), Thailand. This site is located near conjugate to EAR site in Kototabang, Indonesia. One of main targets of the ASI observation is the large-scale wave structure (LSWS) with wavelengths of 100-1000 km. The LSWS is thought to be connected to the generation mechanism of equatorial plasma bubbles (EPB). The optical observations in Chiang Mai started in February 2010, and we have detected several ionospheric disturbance events with these instruments In this paper, we will show the initial results of the optical observations from Sirindhorn observatory, and discuss the features of ionospheric disturbances in Southeast Asia.

Potentially pathogenic free-living amoebae in some flood-affected areas during 2011 Chiang Mai flood.

Science.gov (United States)

Wannasan, Anchalee; Uparanukraw, Pichart; Songsangchun, Apichart; Morakote, Nimit

2013-01-01

The survey was carried out to investigate the presence of potentially pathogenic free-living amoebae (FLA) during flood in Chiang Mai, Thailand in 2011. From different crisis flood areas, seven water samples were collected and tested for the presence of amoebae using culture and molecular methods. By monoxenic culture, FLA were detected from all samples at 37 °C incubation. The FLA growing at 37 °C were morphologically identified as Acanthamoeba spp., Naegleria spp. and some unidentified amoebae. Only three samples (42.8%), defined as thermotolerant FLA, continued to grow at 42 °C. By molecular methods, two non-thermotolerant FlA were shown to have 99% identity to Acanthamoeba sp. and 98% identity to Hartmannella vermiformis while the two thermotolerant FLA were identified as Echinamoeba exundans (100% identity) and Hartmannella sp. (99% identity). This first report of the occurrence of FLA in water during the flood disaster will provide information to the public to be aware of potentially pathogenic FLA.

Implementation of integrated heterogeneous electronic electrocardiography data into Maharaj Nakorn Chiang Mai Hospital Information System.

Science.gov (United States)

Khumrin, Piyapong; Chumpoo, Pitupoom

2016-03-01

Electrocardiography is one of the most important non-invasive diagnostic tools for diagnosing coronary heart disease. The electrocardiography information system in Maharaj Nakorn Chiang Mai Hospital required a massive manual labor effort. In this article, we propose an approach toward the integration of heterogeneous electrocardiography data and the implementation of an integrated electrocardiography information system into the existing Hospital Information System. The system integrates different electrocardiography formats into a consistent electrocardiography rendering by using Java software. The interface acts as middleware to seamlessly integrate different electrocardiography formats. Instead of using a common electrocardiography protocol, we applied a central format based on Java classes for mapping different electrocardiography formats which contains a specific parser for each electrocardiography format to acquire the same information. Our observations showed that the new system improved the effectiveness of data management, work flow, and data quality; increased the availability of information; and finally improved quality of care. © The Author(s) 2014.

Prefiguração de contrapúblicos em Brad – Uma noite mais nas barricadas

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Bráulio de Britto Neves

2011-01-01

Full Text Available O ciberativismo, surgido na cultura hacker, constitui a principal referência para os movimentos de resistência às formas de dominação por controle difuso, exatamente porque é um movimento político que tematiza a liberdade de comunicação e informação. A despeito dos duros golpes sofridos pelo movimento, em decorrência da política de "guerra ao terror", o ciberativismo logrou produzir uma expressão no cinema documentário que inflete a tendência da retórica documentária subjetiva para um uso coletivo, a autopoiese de contrapúblicos. Para demonstrar as características dessa nova estratégia de resistência, este artigo examina as peculiaridades do ciberdocumentário Brad – Uma noite mais nas barricadas em termos de interpretabilidade e de condições de validez ética (sinceridade intencional, veracidade proposicional e correção relacional.

Soil-Gas Radon Anomaly Map of an Unknown Fault Zone Area, Chiang Mai, Northern Thailand

Science.gov (United States)

Udphuay, S.; Kaweewong, C.; Imurai, W.; Pondthai, P.

2015-12-01

Soil-gas radon concentration anomaly map was constructed to help detect an unknown subsurface fault location in San Sai District, Chiang Mai Province, Northern Thailand where a 5.1-magnitude earthquake took place in December 2006. It was suspected that this earthquake may have been associated with an unrecognized active fault in the area. In this study, soil-gas samples were collected from eighty-four measuring stations covering an area of approximately 50 km2. Radon in soil-gas samples was quantified using Scintrex Radon Detector, RDA-200. The samplings were conducted twice: during December 2014-January 2015 and March 2015-April 2015. The soil-gas radon map obtained from this study reveals linear NNW-SSE trend of high concentration. This anomaly corresponds to the direction of the prospective fault system interpreted from satellite images. The findings from this study support the existence of this unknown fault system. However a more detailed investigation should be conducted in order to confirm its geometry, orientation and lateral extent.

Kangro-preemia laureaadid keskraamatukogus / Liina Valper

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Valper, Liina, 1941-

2004-01-01

Bernard Kangro kirjandusauhinna sai sel aastal kirjanik, kirjandusteadlane ja filosoofiadoktor Oskar Kruus monograafia "Bernard Kangro. Elukäik ja looming" eest, auhind anti üle Võrumaa Keskraamatukogus

Kultuurkapitali aastapreemiad 2009 / Liina Jänes

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Jänes, Liina, 1977-

2010-01-01

Žürii liige kandidaatidest, preemia saanud objektidest, preemia määramise põhjendus. Peapreemia said Andres Alver, Veljo Kaasik ja Tiit Trummal Tallinna Vabaduse väljaku eest. Arhitektuuri objektipreemia võitis Uus- ja Vana Jahuladu Tallinnas (HG Arhitektuur, Hanno Grossschmidt, Tomomi Hayashi, Yoko Azukava), väikeobjekti preemia Lasva veetorn (põhiautor Veronika Valk), restaureerimise preemia Nõmme Saksa Lunastaja kirik (Fredi-Armand Tomps, Anne Koppel), sisearhitektuuri preemia AS Baltika büroo (Studio 3, Kolm Pluss Üks), tegevuspreemia Ilona Gurjanova

Teadlane uuris Kassari punavetikaid / Liina Sineveer

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Sineveer, Liina

2014-01-01

Tallinna Ülikooli matemaatika ja loodusteaduste instituudi doktorant Priit Kersen uuris Kassari lahes kasvavat punavetikat agarikku. Doktoritöö teemaks oli "Punavetikate Furcellaria lumbricalis ja Coccotylus truncatus koosluse struktuur, dünaamika ning kasv Läänemere põhjaosas"

Kindlustuspakett kui Lego torn / Liina Leiten

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Leiten, Liina

1999-01-01

Koduse vara kindlustamise tingimused. Tabelid: 1999.a. 1. kvartali usaldusreiting varakindlustuse osas, valik koduse vara kindlustamise hinnapakkumisi. Kommenteerivad maaklerfirma In Bro & Partners kindlustusdirektor Jaak Rikson ja Kindlustusabi OÜ direktor Toivo Voit

Teekond pildi sisse / Liina Jänes

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Jänes, Liina, 1977-

2008-01-01

Tutvustatakse kümmet tundeküllast maali: Caravaggio "Lautomängija", Rembrandt "Autoportree Saskiaga", Fragonard "Kiik", Goya "Alasti maja", Manet "Eine murul", Corot "Orfeus juhib Euridiket läbi allilma", Ingres "Türgi saun", Vrubel "Istuv deemon", Magritte "Magamistoa filosoofia", Jack Vettriano "Hüvastijätutants armsamaga"

Intiimsed pilgud (taas)avastatud ruumile

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

1998-01-01

Eesti ja inglise kunstnike feministlik ühisprojekt "Private Views" 1. juunist Rotermanni soolalaos. Kuraatorid Mare Tralla, Pam Skelton. Näituse eesmärk - jälgida ruumikogemuse vahendamist eesti ja inglise kunstis. Keskmes naise koht ja suhe ruumiga 90ndate Euroopas. Kasutatud fotot, videot, arvutikunsti. Osalejad toodud - Eestist Anu Juurak, Eve Kiiler, Mari Koort, Ene-Liis Semper, Kiwa, Liina Siib, Annika Tonts, F.F.F.F., Mare Tralla

1 küsimus noorele juhile : Said just juhiks. Millest tuleks alustada? / Gert Stahl, Erki Kert, Madis Talmar ... [jt

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2009-01-01

Juhtimisküsimusele vastavad EASi rahvusvahelistumise divisjoni direktor, riskikapitali ettevõtte G.S.I. Ventures juhatuse esimees ning moefirma Bastion nõukogu esimees Gert Stahl, LHV juhatuse liige ja LHV ettevõtete nõustamise valdkonna juht Erki Kert, Tallinna Tehnikaülikooli tudeng ja mitmete üliõpilasprojektide juht Madis Talmar, filmitootmisfirma Alexandra Film produtsent Marianne Ostrat, ettevõtluskonsultant Liina Joller ning konsultatsioonifirma BDA Consulting juht Lo Rihvk

Klassika & ekskremendid / Mari Sobolev

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Sobolev, Mari, 1968-

2002-01-01

20.-21. aprillil toimus Pärnus 8. Fideo- ja Vilmifestival alapealkirjaga "Eksperimendid ja klassika". Peakorraldaja Rael Artel. Rami Raski filmist "Legowitz 1999" (soome rühmitus Vivid), läti filmist "Love, death & television", Concordia ülikooli ("Ülemus") ja Academia Grata (portreefilmid Asta Isakist, Andrus Joonasest jm.) programmist, Kadriann Kibuse ja Liina Paakspuu filmist "Urban Obsessions", Mirja-Mari Smidti ja Allan Tõnissoo videost, Marianne Männi koomiksitest kataloogis

Igavesti uuesti üllatav romaanivõistlus / Peeter Helme

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Helme, Peeter, 1978-

2009-01-01

2008. a. romaanivõistlusel 1. auhinda välja ei antud. 2. auhinna võitis Milvi Martina Piiri romaan "Liblikad janus". 3. auhinna võitjaid oli kaks: Birk Rohelend romaaniga "Minu sõraline sõber" ja Marion Andra "Algolagnia". Ergutusauhinna võitnud romaanid: Liina Lüecke "Sügismüsteerium", Robert Kurvitza "Püha ja õudne lõhn", Robert Randma "Sigaret" ja Helju Petsi "Õnneõiteta sirelid"

Romaanivõistlus 2008 - naised ruulivad! / Peeter Helme

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Helme, Peeter, 1978-

2009-01-01

2008. a. romaanivõistlusel 1. auhinda välja ei antud. 2. auhinna võitis Milvi Martina Piiri romaan "Liblikad janus". 3. auhinna võitjaid oli kaks: Birk Rohelend romaaniga "Minu sõraline sõber" ja Marion Andra "Algolagnia". Ergutusauhinna võitnud romaanid: Liina Lüecke "Sügismüsteerium", Robert Kurvitza "Püha ja õudne lõhn", Robert Randma "Sigaret" ja Helju Petsi "Õnneõiteta sirelid"

Novel competition 2008 - women's and genre literature / Peeter Helme

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Helme, Peeter, 1978-

2009-01-01

2008. a. romaanivõistlusel 1. auhinda välja ei antud. 2. auhinna võitis Milvi Martina Piiri romaan "Liblikad janus". 3. auhinna võitjaid oli kaks: Birk Rohelend romaaniga "Minu sõraline sõber" ja Marion Andra "Algolagnia". Ergutusauhinna võitnud romaanid: Liina Lüecke "Sügismüsteerium", Robert Kurvitza "Püha ja õudne lõhn", Robert Randma "Sigaret" ja Helju Petsi "Õnneõiteta sirelid"

A relação de trabalho dos médicos no projeto “mais médicos para o Brasil”

OpenAIRE

Soares, Elaine Cristina; Botelho, Marcos César

2016-01-01

This paper studies the legal relationships created by the law 12.871/2.013 that instituted the program “Mais Médicos para o Brasil”, which translates to “more medics or doctors for Brazil”. This program allows Brazilian and foreign doctors to practice medicine in the Brazilian territory and allows for the possible legal relationship ?s framework of physicians as an employment relationship. The law 12.871/2.013 disciplined the practice of medicine by the program ?s doctors and is acknowledged ...

Supersonic Combustion of Hydrogen Jets System in Hypersonic Stream

International Nuclear Information System (INIS)

Zhapbasbaev, U.K.; Makashev, E.P.

2003-01-01

The data of calculated theoretical investigations of diffusive combustion of plane supersonic hydrogen jets in hypersonic stream received with Navier-Stokes parabola equations closed by one-para metrical (k-l) model of turbulence and multiply staged mechanism of hydrogen oxidation are given. Combustion mechanisms depending on the operating parameters are discussing. The influences of air stream composition and ways off fuel feed to the length of ignition delay and level quantity of hydrogen bum-out have been defined. The calculated theoretical results of investigations permit to make the next conclusions: 1. The diffusive combustion of the system of plane supersonic hydrogen jets in hypersonic flow happens in the cellular structures with alternation zones of intensive running of chemical reactions with their inhibition zones. 2. Gas dynamic and heat Mach waves cause a large - scale viscous formation intensifying mixing of fuel with oxidizer. 3. The system ignition of plane supersonic hydrogen jets in hypersonic airy co-flow happens with the formation of normal flame front of hydrogen airy mixture with transition to the diffusive combustion. 4. The presence of active particles in the flow composition initiates the ignition of hydrogen - airy mixture, provides the intensive running of chemical reactions and shortens the length of ignition delay. 5. The supersonic combustion of hydrogel-airy mixture is characterized by two zones: the intensive chemical reactions with an active energy heat release is occurring in the first zone and in the second - a slow hydrogen combustion limited by the mixing of fuel with oxidizer. (author)

A new forest-dwelling Bent-toed Gecko (Squamata: Gekkonidae: Cyrtodactylus) from Doi Inthanon, Chiang Mai Province, northern Thailand.

Science.gov (United States)

Kunya, Kirati; Sumontha, Montri; Panitvong, Nonn; Dongkumfu, Wuttipong; Sirisamphan, Thana; Pauwels, Olivier S G

2015-01-14

We describe a new forest-dwelling Cyrtodactylus from Doi Inthanon, Chiang Mai Province, northern Thailand. Cyrtodactylus inthanon sp. nov. is characterized by a maximum known SVL of 87.3 mm; 18 to 20 longitudinal rows of dorsal tubercles; a continuous series of 34 to 37 enlarged femoro-precloacal scales, including four to six pitted (female) or pore-bearing (male) scales on each femur separated by a diastema from five pitted (females) or pore-bearing (male) precloacal scales; no precloacal groove or depression; transversely enlarged subcaudal scales; and three to five irregular beige dorsal bands between limb insertions. The discovery of a new reptile endemic to Doi Inthanon reinforces the high importance of this mountain in terms of biodiversity conservation.

Seasonal variation, risk assessment and source estimation of PM 10 and PM10-bound PAHs in the ambient air of Chiang Mai and Lamphun, Thailand.

Science.gov (United States)

Pengchai, Petch; Chantara, Somporn; Sopajaree, Khajornsak; Wangkarn, Sunanta; Tengcharoenkul, Urai; Rayanakorn, Mongkon

2009-07-01

Daily PM10 concentrations were measured at four sampling stations located in Chiang Mai and Lamphun provinces, Thailand. The sampling scheme was conducted during June 2005 to June 2006; every 3 days for 24 h in each sampling period. The result revealed that all stations shared the same pattern, in which the PM10 (particulate matters with diameter of less than 10 microm) concentration increased at the beginning of dry season (December) and reached its peak in March before decreasing by the end of April. The maximum PM10 concentration for each sampling station was in the range of 140-182 microg/m(3) which was 1.1-1.5 times higher than the Thai ambient air quality standard of 120 microg/m(3). This distinctly high concentration of PM10 in the dry season (Dec. 05-Mar. 06) was recognized as a unique seasonal pattern for the northern part of Thailand. PM10 concentration had a medium level of negative correlation (r = -0.696 to -0.635) with the visibility data. Comparing the maximum PM10 concentration detected at each sampling station to the permitted PM10 level of the national air quality standard, the warning visibility values for the PM10 pollution-watch system were determined as 10 km for Chiang Mai Province and 5 km for Lamphun Province. From the analysis of PM10 constituents, no component exceeded the national air quality standard. The total concentrations of PM10-bond polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) are calculated in terms of total toxicity equivalent concentrations (TTECs) using the toxicity equivalent factors (TEFs) method. TTECs in Chiang Mai and Lamphun ambient air was found at a level comparable to those observed in Nagasaki, Bangkok and Rome and at a lower level than those reported at Copenhagen. The annual number of lung cancer cases for Chiang Mai and Lamphun Provinces was estimated at two cases/year which was lower than the number of cases in Bangkok (27 cases/year). The principal component analysis/absolute principal component scores (PCA

Proteínas séricas de potros da raça Puro Sangue Árabe recém-desmamados ou com mais de trinta dias de desmame

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Diego Horcajo Martinez Fudoli Favero

2011-12-01

Full Text Available A fase perinatal do desenvolvimento constitui um dos períodos de vida mais desafiadores para o sistema imunológico dos potros. O objetivo do presente estudo foi verificar o perfil protéico sérico de parâmetros relacionados à imunidade de equinos jovens no período perinatal, verificando-se a transferência de imunidade passiva. Oito animais desmamados há um dia, formaram o Grupo 1 (G1, enquanto vinte animais desmamados há mais de trinta dias formaram o Grupo 2 (G2. A concentração sérica de proteína total foi determinada por refratometria. Para o fracionamento das proteínas, utilizou-se eletroforese em gel de acrilamida. Os resultados obtidos foram submetidos à análise de medidas repetidas e ao teste Tukey (p0,05 nas concentrações de IgG. O estabelecimento adequado da imunidade celular ocorre durante a fase neonatal, nos animais que ingerem adequadamente o colostro e o leite. O presente estudo determinou diferenças no perfil protéico sérico de parâmetros relacionados à imunidade de equinos jovens no período imediato ao desmame, comparados com animais desmamados há mais de 30 dias. De acordo com os valores observados, concluiu-se que os animais, mesmo desmamados precocemente, obtiveram transferência adequada de imunidade passiva.

Os saberes experienciais nas práticas educativas das turmas de jornada ampliada atendidas pelo programa mais educação: um estudo de caso em Duque de Caxias/RJ

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Janaína Specht da Silva Menezes

2012-01-01

Full Text Available Este trabalho teve por objetivo analisar como estão sendo desenvolvidos os saberes experienciais nas práticas educativas da Escola Municipal Visconde de Itaboraí no município de Duque de Caxias, a partir da implantação do Programa Mais Educação/Mais Escola. O Programa Mais Educação é a estratégia nacional para fomento da educação integral no país, sendo regulado pelo Decreto 7.083, de 27 de janeiro de 2010. O Programa Mais Escola é a versão do Programa Mais Educação em Duque de Caxias, município do Estado do Rio de Janeiro. Em 2010, o Programa Mais Escola atendeu 18.000 alunos do Ensino Fundamental no município. Para consecução deste trabalho, utilizou-se a metodologia dialética apresentada por Frigotto, tendo como método de organização e análise o estudo de caso. No trabalho de campo, foram realizadas entrevistas semi estruturadas, observação e pesquisas em registro. A análise dos dados foi realizada de acordo com Bardin, análise de conteúdo. O estudo das práticas educativas e dos saberes experienciais teve como referencial central os pressupostos de Tardif sobre saberes docentes. Em síntese, podemos afirmar que os saberes experienciais nas práticas educativas fomentam a formação integral, proporcionando melhoria do desempenho escolar dos alunos no turno regular, conquanto timidamente, pois a articulação dos turnos é um dos maiores obstáculos para efetividade das práticas educativas.Abstract Este estudio tuvo como objetivo analizar cómo se está desarrollando el conocimiento experimental en las prácticas educativas de la Escuela Municipal Visconde de Itaboraí, en el municipio de Duque de Caxias, desde la aplicación del Programa “Más Educación/Más Escuela”. Para ello, se utilizó el método dialéctico impartido por Frigotto, teniendo como método de análisis el estudio de caso. El trabajo de campo se desarrolló a través de entrevistas, observaciones y la investigación de registros. El an

Sexual identities and lifestyles among non-heterosexual urban Chiang Mai adolescents: implications for health

Science.gov (United States)

Tangmunkongvorakul, Arunrat; Banwell, Cathy; Carmichael, Gordon; Utomo, Iwu Dwisetyani; Sleigh, Adrian

2011-01-01

Drawing upon quantitative and qualitative data we explore perspectives on and experiences of sexual lifestyles and relationships among more than 1,750 adolescents aged 17-20 years who reside in urban Chiang Mai, Thailand. We focus on respondents’ representations and understandings of their sexual/gender identities derived mainly from in-depth interviews and focus group discussions, supplemented with observations and field notes. Our results show that while many young Thais described themselves as heterosexual males or females others described themselves as gay, kathoey, tom, dii, bisexual or something else. Some were still questioning their own identities. The terms gay, kathoey, tom and dii are commonly used by these Thais to describe a range of sexual/gender identities relating to persons who are sexually or romantically attracted to the same biological sex. We use case studies to illustrate the distinctive characterizations, sexual lifestyles and relationships of each of these identities. We conclude that the sexual lifestyles encountered among Northern Thai non-heterosexual adolescents could lead to negative health consequences and indicated a need for improved relationship education, counselling and sensitive sexual health services. PMID:20665299

University Cooperation Platform (UCP) between Christian-Albrechts-University Kiel (Germany) and Chiang Mai University (Thailand): implementation of image-guided gynecological brachytherapy.

Science.gov (United States)

Galalae, Razvan; Tharavichitkul, Ekkasit; Wanwilairat, Somsak; Chitapanarux, Imjai; Kimmig, Bernhard; Dunst, Jürgen; Lorvidhaya, Vicharn

2015-02-01

Starting in 1999, the University Cooperation Platform (UCP) implemented an exchange program of researchers and clinicians/physicists between the Christian-Albrechts-University Kiel in Germany and Chiang Mai University in Thailand, to initiate a sustainable base for long-term development of image-guided brachytherapy and in general for high-technology radiotherapy in Chiang Mai. A series of UCP protocols, based constructively on each other, were performed and evaluated at intermediate term follow-up. The first protocol, addressing computed tomography (CT)-optimized brachytherapy for advanced cervical cancer (n = 17), showed a significant reduction of D2cc for the bladder and sigmoid (p 80 Gy for bladder in only 17.2% versus 62.1% in conventional planning, and in rectum EQD2 > 75 Gy in 44.8% versus 79.3%, respectively. In conclusion, analyses revealed excellent results for the high-dose-rate IGBT in patients with advanced gynecological cancer both by using CT and MRI, and/or the combination with WP-IMRT. They also define MRI as gold standard for soft tissue assessment and to determine more accurately HR-CTV. The use of TAUS-guidance adds quality aspects to the "classical" conventional X-ray based planning, especially in terms of real-time measures and adequate soft tissue information, and may lower significantly the dose in OARs. The review of all UCP-results reconfirms the importance of the established program that will continue to operate with subsequent projects.

Resultados perinatais em grávidas com mais de 35 anos: estudo controlado Perinatal results in pregnant women with more than 35 years: a controlled study

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Priscilla Chamelete Andrade

2004-10-01

Full Text Available OBJETIVO: avaliar os resultados perinatais em gestantes com mais de 35 anos e verificar diferenças nos grupos entre 35 e 39 anos e acima de 40 anos. MÉTODOS: entre janeiro de 2000 e julho de 2003, realizou-se estudo retrospectivo por análise de fichas obstétricas de 3093 gestantes, excluindo-se 933 gestantes. As pacientes foram divididas em 3 grupos: 18 a 29 anos (grupo controle, 30 a 39 anos e mais de 40 anos. A coleta de dados foi realizada por meio de formulário padronizado e os dados foram transferidos para uma planilha eletrônica (Excel - Microsoft Office 2000. Para a análise estatística, foram utilizados o teste do chi2 e o teste de Fisher, sendo considerado risco a (alfa menor ou igual a 5% e intervalo de confiança de 95%. RESULTADOS: a via de parto mais utilizada para essas pacientes foi a cesárea, tanto no grupo de 35 a 39 anos (438/792; 55,3%, quanto nas gestantes com mais de 40 anos (153/236; 64,8%. A taxa de prematuridade (39/236; 16,5%, o baixo peso ao nascer (37/236; 15,7% e a restrição de crescimento fetal (38/236; 16,1% foram mais altas entre as gestantes tardias, com mais de 40 anos, com diferença significante em relação aos demais grupos. Quanto à ocorrência de óbito fetal, foi constatado nas gestantes de 40 anos incidência cinco vezes maior quando comparado aos outros grupos (diferença estatisticamente significante. CONCLUSÃO: a comparação entre o grupo de gestantes de 35 a 39 anos com o grupo controle apenas diferiu significantemente quanto ao índice de cesáreas, o que nos permite sugerir acompanhamento pré-natal diferenciado para o grupo de gestantes acima de 40 anos.PURPOSE: to evaluate perinatal results in pregnant women over 35 years old and to check differences between two groups: 35 to 39-year-old women and women older than 40. METHODS: a retrospective survey was made during the period between January/2000 and July/2003, through the analysis of obstetric charts of 3,093 pregnant women who

Linnalood / Andri Ksenofontov ; kommenteerinud R[eet] V[arblane

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Ksenofontov, Andri, 1962-

2010-01-01

Erki Kasemetsa näitus "Kohad/Cities Revealed" ja Liina Siibi näitus "Gimme Danger" sarjast "Cityscape" Tallinna Linnagaleriis. Näitus "Jüri Kaarma lugemistuba" Vabaduse Galeriis. Rühmituse Johnson&Johnson näitus "Nothing Left to Save" Draakoni galeriis. Karel Koplimetsa, Sigrid Viiri ja Taaniel Raudsepa kunstiprojekt "OÜ Visible Solutions" Hobusepea galeriis. Inglise kunstniku Pamela June Crooki isikunäitus galeriis Vaal. Peeter Lauritsa fotonäitus "Trickster's Office" ArtDepoo galeriis

Itaalias vangistati peaprokuröri tappa tahtnud mafioosod / Ülle Toode

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Toode, Ülle, 1969-

2005-01-01

Sitsiilias vahistati ligi poolsada maffiaorganisatsiooni Cosa Nostra väidetavat liiget. Politseini oli jõudnud info, et mafioosod kavatsevad lähiajal tappa Palermo peaprokuröri Pietro Grasso, tabamata on Cosa Nostra juht. Lisa: Kohtunik üksi sõjas maffia vastu

Berlusconi võib saada valimistel napi võidu / Ülle Toode

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Toode, Ülle, 1969-

2008-01-01

Itaalia ennetähtaegsetel parlamendivalimistel konkureerivad paremtsentristide kandidaat Silvio Berlusconi ja vasaktsentristide kandidaat Walter Veltroni. Arvamusuuringute järgi on Berlusconil väike edumaa Veltroni ees. Lisa: Ettearvamatud valimised

Looduslikult kestliku ja inimlähedase elu otsingud / Martin Mölder

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Mölder, Martin, 1983-

2011-01-01

Raamatuarvustus: Ökokogukonnad retoorikas ja praktikas : elustiilide uurimused / toimetanud Airi-Alina Allaste. Tallinn : Tallinna Ülikooli Kirjastus, 2011. (Acta Universitatis Tallinnensis. Socialia)

Como conhecer o trabalho quando o trabalho não é mais o trabalho? How to recognize work when is not work anymore?

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Abdallah Nouroudine

2011-01-01

Full Text Available Como conhecer o trabalho quando o trabalho não é mais o trabalho? Esta pergunta comporta dois aspectos: o primeiro é de ordem metodológica (como conhecer o trabalho?. O segundo diz respeito a este objeto hipotético que seria 'o trabalho que não é mais o trabalho'. Se este último designa o trabalho não mercantil e o trabalho informal por distinção (ou oposição ao trabalho mercantil, então o 'trabalho que não é mais o trabalho' continua sendo, na realidade, um trabalho. Todavia, ele é diferente do trabalho mercantil, que, de acordo com uma postura etnocêntrica, supostamente constitui uma referência para a avaliação da natureza das atividades humanas. Mas, qualquer que seja o modo de trabalho dominante num coletivo de vida, uma análise da norma na atividade dita informal, do duplo ponto de vista do conceito e da experiência, permite sugerir que uma atividade humana socializada não pode ser verdadeiramente informal. Algumas balizas metodológicas permitem tentar compreender as atividades supostamente informais, chamando a atenção para os princípios epistemológicos da ergonomia e da ergologia.How to recognize work when is not work anymore? This question entails two aspects: the first one is a question of method (how to recognize work?. The second one is about this hypothetical subject that is 'work when it is not work anymore?'. If we talk about non-profit and informal work opposed to 'standard' work, then 'work that is not work anymore' is actually still work. Although, from an ethnocentric point of view, it is different from 'standard' work, which is supposed to be a reference in order to identify the nature of human activities. However, when analyzing the norm in informal activities, whatever the prevailing kind of work in a society, and from a conceptual as well as from a practical point of view, allows us to consider that a social human activity cannot be informal. A few methodological points will help us to

Aditivos fitogênicos e glutamina mais ácido glutâmico na dieta de frangos desafiados com coccidiose

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Everton Moreno Muro

2015-06-01

Full Text Available O objetivo deste trabalho foi avaliar a suplementação da dieta com aditivos fitogênicos (AFs e glutamina mais ácido glutâmico (Gln/Glu como alternativa aos antibióticos melhoradores de desempenho e anticoccidianos (AMD/AC, sobre o desempenho e rendimento de carcaça e partes de frangos de corte desafiados com Eimeria acervulina. Foram distribuídos de maneira inteiramente casualizada 600 pintos machos em seis tratamentos e quatro repetições: dieta controle (DC; DC + Vacina de coccidiose; DC+AMD/AC; DC+Gln/Glu; DC+AFs; DC+Gln/Glu+AFs. Aos 21 dias de idade, as aves do tratamento AMD/AC apresentaram maior ganho de peso em relação às aves dos tratamentos DC+Vacina e DC+Gln/Glu, não diferindo dos demais tratamentos. A melhor conversão alimentar (CA foi observada para aves do tratamento AMD/AC em relação às aves dos tratamentos DC+Vacina, DC+AFs e DC+Gln/Glu + AFs. Aos 42 dias de idade as aves do tratamento DC+AFs apresentaram maior consumo de ração em relação às aves do tratamento DC+Gln/Glu, não diferindo dos demais tratamentos. Não houve diferença para as variáveis de rendimento de carcaça e partes. De modo geral, os melhores resultados de desempenho ocorreram para as aves dos tratamentos contendo AFs e AMD/AC. A adição de aditivos fitogênicos, associados ou não à glutamina mais ácido glutâmico, na dieta de frangos de corte desafiados com Eimeria acervulina, pode substituir o antibiótico melhorador de desempenho e anticoccidiano. Os dados obtidos foram analisados pelo procedimento GLM do programa estatístico SPSS® e as médias foram comparadas pelo teste de Tukey a 5% de probabilidade.

Vahistamise aluseks olevate tõendite kättesaadavaks tegemine kahtlustatavale. Riigikohtu kriminaalkolleegiumi 4. mai 2016. a määrus kohtuasjas 3-1-1-110-15 / Uno Lõhmus

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Lõhmus, Uno, 1952-

2016-01-01

Riigikohtu kriminaalkolleegiumi määrusest kohtuasjas 3-1-1-110-15, kriminaalmenetluse seadustiku ja selle rakenduspraktika vastavusest Euroopa Parlamendi ja nõukogu 22. mai 2012. a direktiivi 2012/13/EL sättele ja mõttele ning Euroopa Inimõiguste Kohtu tunnustatud põhimõtetele

O RISCO DOS EXTREMOS: UMA ANÁLISE DA IMPLANTAÇÃO DO PROGRAMA MAIS MÉDICOS EM UM CONTEXTO DE VOLATILIDADE ORÇAMENTÁRIA

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Annabelle de Fátima Modesto Vargas

2016-07-01

Full Text Available O artigo busca analisar desafios e impasses na implementação do Programa Mais Médicos, no município de Campos dos Goytacazes, no Estado do Rio de Janeiro. O estudo pretende ressaltar a guinada nas estratégias e ações da gestão pública municipal de saúde e, mais especificamente, traz como diferencial analítico a mudança de status orçamentário do município, decorrente da queda dos royalties do petróleo e as implicações na condução das políticas públicas. O argumento parte, de um lado, dos tempos de abundância e de escassez de recursos; e de outro, da empiria, relatada pela experiência profissional na Estratégia Saúde da Família. Os achados apontam que a chegada de médicos estrangeiros promoveu uma reestruturação positiva dos serviços de saúde. No entanto, pode-se perceber que o intercâmbio cultural, possibilitado pelo contato entre os profissionais brasileiros e cubanos no cotidiano de trabalho, propiciou novas práticas profissionais, valorizando as tecnologias relacionais.

Management of patients with severe hypertension in emergency department, Maharaj Nakorn Chiang Mai hospital.

Science.gov (United States)

Sruamsiri, Kamphee; Chenthanakij, Boriboon; Wittayachamnankul, Borwon

2014-09-01

Management of patients with severe hypertension without progressive target organ damage remains controversial. Some guidelines mentioned oral anti-hypertensive medication as a treatment to reduce blood pressure in the emergency department, while others recommended against such treatment. To review the management ofpatients with severe hypertension without progressive target organ damage in the emergency department, Maharaj Nakorn Chiang Mai hospital. In a retrospective descriptive analysis study, medical records ofadult patients diagnosed with severe hypertension without progressive target organ damage between January 2011 and December 2012 were reviewed. Patient demographics, data on management including investigation sent and treatment given were collected. Statistical analysis was done by using descriptive statistics and Kruskal-Wallis one-way analysis of variance test. One hundred fifty one medical records were reviewed. Four oral anti-hypertensive medication were used to reduce blood pressure, Amlodipine, Captopril, Hydralazine, and Nifedipine. There were no significant diference between each medication in terms of their effect on bloodpressure reduction (p = 0.513). No side effect or other complications from the use of oral anti-hypertensive medication were recorded The choice of medication used for the treatment of hypertensive urgency ranged from Amlodipine, Captopril, Hydralazine, and Nifedipine, which varied in dosage. However their efficacies were the same when compared with each other and none produced any notable side effects.

Adeus à “Nova República”: esboço de mais uma via-crúcis da democracia brasileira sob o convite do Estado de exceção

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Wellington Fontes Menezes

2017-12-01

Full Text Available Um novo momento da vida nacional brasileira se inicia com a consolidação de mais um golpe de estado após um intenso processo de articulação política de grupos de interesses para a deposição da presidenta Dilma Rousseff em agosto de 2016. Neste presente trabalho, busca-se um estudo preliminar das condições impostas por uma nova dinâmica onde a democracia foi subjugada e percebe-se a consolidação de domínio de um estado de exceção. O retorno das lições de Carl Schmitt e as considerações mais contemporâneas de Giorgio Agamben contribuem para o entendimento e formulação de um novo paradigma de atuação que não é inscrita na lei, mas está atuante dentro uma zona intermediária entre a democracia e o absolutismo.

Sisearhitektid jagasid aastapreemiaid

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

2008-01-01

16. V esitleti aastaraamatut "Ruumipilt 2007". Eesti Sisearhitektide Liidu 2007. a. ühiskondliku interjööri preemia pälvisid Tea Tammelaan, Malle Jürgenson ja Krista Lepland (Lotte lastead), ajaloolise interjööri preemia Külli Salum ja Liina Harik (hotell Telegraaf), publitsistikapreemia Karen Jagodin ja Tiit Jürna (näitusekataloog "Tamm ja Asi"), büroointerjööri preemia Urmo ja Tüüne-Kristin Vaikla (Sakubü OÜ büroo)

Kultuurkapitali aastapreemiad 2004 / Sverre Laanjärv

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Laanjärv, Sverre

2005-01-01

Eesti Kultuurkapitali peapreemia sai Toomas Rank Rägavere mõisa ennistamise eest. Arhitektuuri sihtkapitali renoveerimispreemia - Mari Kurismaa, Eesti Draamateatri interjööride renoveerimine; objektipreemia - Martin Aunin, Ülemiste hotell; interjööripreemia - Jan Joonas Graps, Ken-Kristjan Ruut, "Jungenti" büroo; arhitektuurse tegevuse preemia - Veneetsia biennaali Eesti väljapaneku "Time Out Architecture" autorid (Kristjan Holm ning Liina Jänes, Agu Külm, Jukka-Pekka Jalovaara, Pille Epner, Madis Jürgen, Tõnu Kaalep, Ingmar Muusikus)

Arhitektuuriaasta 2004 = The year in architecture 2004 / Epp Lankots

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Lankots, Epp, 1976-

2005-01-01

Arhitektuuriauhindade nominentidest ja premeeritutest. Eesti Kultuurkapitali aastapreemia sai Toomas Rank Rägavere mõisa renoveerimise eest. Arhitektuuri sihtkapitali renoveerimispreemia - Mari Kurismaa, Eesti Draamateatri interjööride renoveerimine; objektipreemia - Martin Aunin, Ülemiste hotell; interjööripreemia - Jan Joonas Graps, Ken-Kristjan Ruut, "Jungenti" büroo; arhitektuurse tegevuse preemia - Kristjan Holm, Liina Jänes, Agu Külm, Jukka-Pekka Jalovaara, Pille Epner, Madis Jürgen, Tõnu Kaalep, Ingmar Muusikus, Eesti ekspositsioon "Aeg-maha-arhitektuur" Veneetsia arhitektuuribiennaalil

Serotype- and virulence-associated gene profile of Streptococcus suis isolates from pig carcasses in Chiang Mai Province, Northern Thailand.

Science.gov (United States)

Wongsawan, Kanruethai; Gottschalk, Marcelo; Tharavichitkul, Prasit

2015-02-01

In this present study, the serotype of 40 Streptococcus suis isolates from submaxillary glands of pig carcasses sold in wet markets in Chiang Mai Province, northern Thailand, was investigated. Eleven serotypes, including types 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, 17, 21, 22 and 31, were found in the isolates by a Multiplex PCR combined with serum agglutination. Of the eleven serotypes present, type 3 was the most prevalent, while types 2, 4, 5 and 21 were of primary interest due to their human isolate serotype. The mrp+/epf - /sly - genotype was found to be the most prevalent genotype. This study indicates the importance of effective control of human S. suis infection due to raw pork or pig carcass handling in northern Thailand.

Analysis of Sheng-Mai-San, a Ginseng-Containing Multiple Components Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine Using Liquid Chromatography Tandem Mass Spectrometry and Physical Examination by Electron and Light Microscopies

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Yung-Yi Cheng

2016-09-01

Full Text Available Sheng-Mai-San is a multi-component traditional Chinese herbal preparation. Due to the fact granulated additives, such as starch, carboxymethyl cellulose, lactose and raw herbal powder may alter the content of the bioactive markers in the herbal products, a developed ultra-high performance liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometry (UHPLC-MS/MS method was used to measure the herbal biomarkers of ginsenoside Rb1, Rb2, Rc, Rd, Re, Rg1, Rh1, compound K, ophiopogonin D and schizandrin from the Sheng-Mai-San herbal formulation. Besides, scanning electron microscopy (SEM was used to observe the morphology of the herbal granular powders. Light microscopy with Congo red and iodine-KI reagent staining was used to identify the cellulose fiber and cornstarch added to pharmaceutical herbal products. The swelling power (SP, water solubility index (WSI, and crude fiber analysis were used to determine the contents of cellulose fiber and cornstarch in pharmaceutical herbal products. In this study, we developed a novel skill to assess the quantification of appended cornstarch in pharmaceutical herbal products using Aperio ImageScope software. Compared with the traditional cornstarch analysis, our analysis method is a rapid, simple and conversion process which could be applied to detect the percentage of added cornstarch in unknown powder products. The various range of the herbal content for the five pharmaceutical manufacturers varied by up to several hundreds-fold. The physical examination reveals that the morphology of the herbal pharmaceutical products is rough and irregular with sharp layers. This study provides a reference standard operating procedure guide for the quality control of the Chinese herbal pharmaceutical products of Sheng-Mai-San.

Analysis of Sheng-Mai-San, a Ginseng-Containing Multiple Components Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine Using Liquid Chromatography Tandem Mass Spectrometry and Physical Examination by Electron and Light Microscopies.

Science.gov (United States)

Cheng, Yung-Yi; Tsai, Tung-Hu

2016-09-01

Sheng-Mai-San is a multi-component traditional Chinese herbal preparation. Due to the fact granulated additives, such as starch, carboxymethyl cellulose, lactose and raw herbal powder may alter the content of the bioactive markers in the herbal products, a developed ultra-high performance liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometry (UHPLC-MS/MS) method was used to measure the herbal biomarkers of ginsenoside Rb₁, Rb₂, Rc, Rd, Re, Rg₁, Rh₁, compound K, ophiopogonin D and schizandrin from the Sheng-Mai-San herbal formulation. Besides, scanning electron microscopy (SEM) was used to observe the morphology of the herbal granular powders. Light microscopy with Congo red and iodine-KI reagent staining was used to identify the cellulose fiber and cornstarch added to pharmaceutical herbal products. The swelling power (SP), water solubility index (WSI), and crude fiber analysis were used to determine the contents of cellulose fiber and cornstarch in pharmaceutical herbal products. In this study, we developed a novel skill to assess the quantification of appended cornstarch in pharmaceutical herbal products using Aperio ImageScope software. Compared with the traditional cornstarch analysis, our analysis method is a rapid, simple and conversion process which could be applied to detect the percentage of added cornstarch in unknown powder products. The various range of the herbal content for the five pharmaceutical manufacturers varied by up to several hundreds-fold. The physical examination reveals that the morphology of the herbal pharmaceutical products is rough and irregular with sharp layers. This study provides a reference standard operating procedure guide for the quality control of the Chinese herbal pharmaceutical products of Sheng-Mai-San.

Metodologia de checkland aplicada à implementação da produção mais limpa em serviços Cleaner production implementation in services using checkland's methodology

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Gisele Cristina Sena da Silva

2006-12-01

Full Text Available O programa de Produção Mais Limpa tem sido aplicado com sucesso na indústria manufatureira, entretanto, esta ferramenta está longe de ser adotada por empresas de prestação de serviço. Este artigo tem como principal contribuição caracterizar o desenvolvimento e a aplicação da Produção Mais Limpa na prestação de serviço, a partir da utilização da Metodologia de Checkland para estruturação de problemas. Essa metodologia objetiva a comparação entre sistema real (como a empresa se encontra hoje e conceitual (como a empresa iria funcionar se adotasse a Produção Mais Limpa no sentido de traçar cenários de mudanças e auxiliar os gestores na tomada de decisão sobre adotar ou não adotar este programa.The Cleaner Production program has been applied successfully in the manufacturing industry. However, this instrument is far from service company's adoption. The main contribution of this thesis is to characterize the development and application of the Cleaner Production program in Services using Checkland Methodology for structuring problems. The main objective of this methodology is make a comparison between the real system (the way the company is today and the conceptual system (the way the company would work if it adopted the Cleaner Production as it traces the changing pictures and help managers to decide on adopting this program or not. The aim of the presented Case Studies is to show how the model is applied in service companies.

Sociologia da deficiência: vozes por significados e práticas (mais inclusivas

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Franco Ezequiel Harlos

2015-05-01

Full Text Available Na presente pesquisa objetiva-se sistematizar histórias e teorias associadas com a Sociologia da Deficiência, e identificar, nestes elementos sistematizados, vozes para repensar o significado da deficiência e práticas da Educação Especial. Para tanto, percorreu-se na pesquisa bibliográfica e documental 48 obras compiladas, primordialmente, da revista Disability and Society, da Asociación Española de Sociología de la Discapacidad e da base de dados do Centre of Disability Studies da Universidade de Leeds. As obras compiladas foram analisadas por meio de análise categorial. A primeira das categorias identificadas centra-se nas principais interpretações adotadas pelas Ciências da Saúde (paradigma médico para pensar a deficiência; a segunda, em histórias associadas com a constituição da Sociologia da Deficiência - nos movimentos sociais que, em resposta às interpretações da deficiência adotadas pelas Ciências da Saúde, (resignificaram a deficiência e fundaram os Estudos da Deficiência (Disability Studies; e, a terceira, nas múltiplas faces teóricas da Sociologia da Deficiência e nos novos modelos de compreensão da deficiência. A sistematização do conteúdo desvelou um paradigma sociológico de interpretação da deficiência: este paradigma apresenta vozes por significados e práticas mais inclusivas.

Establishment of an ASEAN Ion Beam Analysis Centre for Material Characterizations at Chiang Mai University

International Nuclear Information System (INIS)

Kamwanna, T.; Junphong, P.; Yu, L.D.; Singkarat, S.; Intarasiri, S.; Suwannakachorn, D.

2015-01-01

A comprehensive ion beam analysis centre unique in the ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) region has been established at Chiang Mai University, Thailand. The centre is equipped with a 1.7 MV Tandetron tandem accelerator and a 300 kV medium energy ion beam accelerator for ion beam analysis. The Tandetron accelerator employs two ion sources, a duoplasmatron ion source and a sputter ion source, capable of producing ion beams of both light species (hydrogen and helium) and heavy species. The beamline is currently able to perform ion beam analysis techniques, such as Rutherford backscattering spectrometry (RBS), RBS/channelling, elastic backscattering (EBS), particle induced x ray emission (PIXE) and ionoluminescence (IL) with the assistance of commercial and self-developed software. The medium energy ion accelerator features an ns pulsed beam so that time of flight (ToF) RBS analysis using medium energy ion beams is available for detailed analysis of materials. Ion beam analysis experiments and applications have been vigorously developed for the real time characterization of various materials. Examples are presented and qualities of the ion beam analysis techniques are discussed. (author)

Rukkikrahvi Sangaste loss / Airi Hallik

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Hallik, Airi, 1975-

2006-01-01

Sangaste lossi (arhitekt Otto Pius Hippius, ehitusmeister Rudolf Maag, 1879-1883) ajaloost, omanikest, arhitektuurist, parkmetsast, legendidest, Bergide suguvõsa vapist jm. Lossi lasi ehitada krahv Friedrich Georg Magnus von Berg. Talli ja veetorni kavandasid Paul Alisch ja R. Bernhard. 2004. a. sai lossi haldajaks OÜ Lossihaldus. Lossi restaureerimisest, haldaja tulevikuplaanidest. Parkmetsa on püstitatud sammas metsaülemale Herbert Raap'ile. 18 ill

AIRIS Wide Area Detection System

Science.gov (United States)

2003-07-01

herbicola, the chemical stimulant SF6, as well as the interferents kaolin clay dust, Dugway road dust, and diesel soot. In this paper we will report on...the SF6 column density of approximately 200 ppmv-m. In future work we hope to correlate this measurement with a Gaussian plume dispersion model of

Treatment outcomes of patients co-infected with tuberculosis and HIV at Chiang Mai University Hospital, Thailand.

Science.gov (United States)

Limmahakhun, S; Chaiwarith, R; Nuntachit, N; Sirisanthana, T; Supparatpinyo, K

2012-06-01

Thailand has been greatly affected by the tuberculosis (TB) and HIV syndemic. This study aimed to determine treatment outcomes among HIV/TB co-infected patients. A retrospective cohort study was conducted at Chiang Mai University Hospital from 1 January 2000 to 31 December 2009. Of 171 patients, 100 patients were male (58.5%) and the mean age was 36.8 ± 8.0 years. Seventy-two patients (42.1%) had pulmonary tuberculosis. Median CD4+ count before TB treatment was 69 cells/mm(3) (interquartile range [IQR] 33, 151). The overall mortality was 3.5% (6 patients). Immune reconstitution inflammatory syndrome (IRIS) occurred in eight patients (6.0%). Disseminated TB infections increased risk of death (odds ratio [OR] = 2.55, 95% confidence interval [CI] 1.25, 5.18) and IRIS (OR = 9.16, 95% CI 1.67, 50.07). Initiating combination antiretroviral therapy (cART) within two months after TB treatment increased risk of IRIS (OR = 6.57, 95% CI 1.61-26.86) and physicians caring for HIV/TB co-infected patients should be aware of this condition.

Local community participatory learning with a nature interpretation system: A case study in Ban Pong, Sansai district, Chiang Mai, Thailand

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Raktida Siri

2017-05-01

The research employed multiple research methods consisting of surveys, focus group discussion, and participatory observation. Samples used in the study were members of the Agro-tourism Club of Ban Pong community, Ban Pong, Papai sub-district, Sansai district, Chiang Mai province. The community members undertook learning through a four-step participatory learning process; (1 analyzing problems, (2 planning, exploring, and voting, (3 implementation, and (4 evaluation. The results showed that the community members had gained knowledge about tourism interpretation and showed a positive attitude toward the development of tourism interpretation. Moreover, at the end of the study, they had actually developed an interpretative nature trail that was derived from the real needs of their community.

A agonia da reportagem : das grandes aventuras da imprensa brasileira à crise do mais fascinante dos gêneros jornalísticos : uma análise das matérias vencedoras do Prêmio Esso de Jornalismo

OpenAIRE

Magno, Ana Beatriz

2006-01-01

O objetivo deste trabalho é responder à pergunta que mais me inquieta como profissional e que me empurrou de volta para a universidade: por que as reportagens brasileiras estão como estão ? Estão distante de suas raízes. Estão indigestas, pasteurizadas, declaratórias, agarradas ao discurso da objetividade, obcecadas pela cobertura do poder e fechadas entre os palácios de três cidades, Brasília, São Paulo e Rio. Significa que a grande imprensa brasileira está esquecendo o mais nobre dos gênero...

Produção mais limpa: contributos teórico-práticos para a sustentabilidade da cerâmica vermelha

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

R. G. da Silva

Full Text Available Resumo Sustentabilidade tem sido, na atualidade, um termo com crescente utilização no segmento da cerâmica vermelha ou estrutural brasileira, setor em que abordagens como a produção mais limpa (P+L podem vir a contribuir, uma vez que suas técnicas visam prevenir a geração de desperdícios e de resíduos ao longo do ciclo de vida de produtos e processos. Nessa perspectiva, este estudo buscou analisar a literatura acerca dos temas produção mais limpa, sustentabilidade e cerâmica vermelha, almejando contribuir por meio de elementos teórico-práticos para o aprimoramento sustentável da produção desse ramo fabril. Além disso, objetivou desvendar lacunas e desafios para futuros estudos que envolvam as temáticas citadas. A metodologia foi fundamentada em dados bibliográficos, documentais e de sítios eletrônicos (nacionais e estrangeiros. Para tanto, foi realizada uma pesquisa bibliográfica de artigos científicos no Portal de Periódicos da Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior (CAPES, em que foram selecionados e analisados 23 artigos em um período de cinco anos, a fim de identificar e classificar as técnicas de P+L propostas e, por fim, discutir suas contribuições para a sustentabilidade do setor. Os resultados apontaram que houve vários avanços, mas que ainda restam hiatos e desafios relevantes a serem superados.

Estonian Air lõpetab Pariisi ja Vilniuse lennud / Hindrek Riikoja

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Riikoja, Hindrek

2005-01-01

Talvisele lennuplaanile üleminev Estonian Air lõpetab otselennud Tallinnast Vilniusesse ja Pariisi. Estonian Airi presidendi Borge Thornbechi sõnul kavatseb firma suurendada talvehooajal turismilendude mahtu

Automatic Fourier transform and self-Fourier beams due to parabolic potential

Energy Technology Data Exchange (ETDEWEB)

Zhang, Yiqi, E-mail: zhangyiqi@mail.xjtu.edu.cn [Key Laboratory for Physical Electronics and Devices of the Ministry of Education & Shaanxi Key Lab of Information Photonic Technique, Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an 710049 (China); Liu, Xing [Key Laboratory for Physical Electronics and Devices of the Ministry of Education & Shaanxi Key Lab of Information Photonic Technique, Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an 710049 (China); Belić, Milivoj R., E-mail: milivoj.belic@qatar.tamu.edu [Science Program, Texas A& M University at Qatar, P.O. Box 23874 Doha (Qatar); Zhong, Weiping [Department of Electronic and Information Engineering, Shunde Polytechnic, Shunde 528300 (China); Petrović, Milan S. [Institute of Physics, P.O. Box 68, 11001 Belgrade (Serbia); Zhang, Yanpeng, E-mail: ypzhang@mail.xjtu.edu.cn [Key Laboratory for Physical Electronics and Devices of the Ministry of Education & Shaanxi Key Lab of Information Photonic Technique, Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an 710049 (China)

2015-12-15

We investigate the propagation of light beams including Hermite–Gauss, Bessel–Gauss and finite energy Airy beams in a linear medium with parabolic potential. Expectedly, the beams undergo oscillation during propagation, but quite unexpectedly they also perform automatic Fourier transform, that is, periodic change from the beam to its Fourier transform and back. In addition to oscillation, the finite-energy Airy beams exhibit periodic inversion during propagation. The oscillating period of parity-asymmetric beams is twice that of the parity-symmetric beams. Based on the propagation in parabolic potential, we introduce a class of optically-interesting beams that are self-Fourier beams—that is, the beams whose Fourier transforms are the beams themselves.

Overview of the Mechanics of the Active Mai'iu Low Angle Normal Fault (Dayman Dome), Southeastern Papua New Guinea

Science.gov (United States)

Little, T. A.; Boulton, C. J.; Webber, S. M.; Mizera, M.; Oesterle, J.; Ellis, S. M.; Norton, K. P.; Wallace, L.; Biemiller, J.; Seward, D.; Boles, A.

2016-12-01

The Mai'iu Fault is a corrugated low-angle normal fault (LANF) that has slipped >24 km. It emerges near sea level at 21° N dip, and flattens southward over the dome crest at 3000 m. This reactivated Paleogene suture is slipping at up to 1 cm/year based on previous GPS data and preliminary 10Be cosmogenic nuclide exposure scarp dating. An alignment of microseismicity (Eilon et al. 2015) suggests a dip of 30° N at 15-25 km depth. Pseudotachylites are abundant in lower, mylonitic parts of the footwall. One vein yielded 40Ar/39Ar ages of 1.9-2.2 Ma, implying seismicity at 8-10 km depth at the above slip rate. Widespread, antithetic normal faults in the footwall are attributed to rolling-hinge controlled yielding during exhumation. A single rider block is downfolded into synformal megamullion. Unconformities within this block, and ductile folding and conjugate strike-slip faulting of mylonitic footwall fabrics record prolonged EW shortening and constriction. Many normal and strike-slip faults cut the metabasaltic footwall recording Andersonian stresses and flipping between σ1 and σ2. To exhume the steep faults, the LANF must have remained active despite differential stress being locally high enough to initiate well-oriented faults—relationships that bracket the frictional strength of the LANF. Quantitative XRD on mafic and serpentinitic gouges reveal the Mai'iu fault core is enriched in weak clays corrensite and saponite. Hydrothermal friction experiments were done at effective normal stresses of 30-210 MPa, and temperatures of 50-450oC. At shallow depths (T≤200 oC), clay-rich fault gouges are frictionally weak (μ=0.13-0.15 and 0.20-0.28) and velocity-strengthening. At intermediate depths (T>200 oC), the footwall is frictionally strong (μ=0.71-0.78 and 0.50-0.64) and velocity-weakening. Velocity-strengthening is observed at T≥400 oC. The experiments provide evidence for deep unstable slip, consistent with footwall pseudotachylites and microseismicity at

Self-reconstruction of diffraction-free and accelerating laser beams in scattering media

International Nuclear Information System (INIS)

Ersoy, T.; Yalizay, B.; Akturk, S.

2012-01-01

We experimentally investigate propagation of laser beams with different intensity profiles in highly scattering media. We generate transverse laser amplitude profiles with Gaussian, Bessel and Airy function envelopes. We then propagate these beams through optical phantoms formed with variable density intralipid solutions. At the sample exit, we compare change in maximum intensities, as well as beam profile reconstruction. We show that self-reconstruction properties of Bessel and Airy beams bring about slower decrease in maximum intensity with increasing scatterer density. On the other hand, the beam profiles deteriorate faster, as compared to reference Gaussian beams. Slower decrease in the intensity can be attributed to the wavevector spectra providing a continuous flow of energy to the beam center, while beam deterioration is linked to total beam volume in the scattering medium. These results show that beam shaping methods can significantly enhance delivery of intense light deeper into turbid media, but this enhancement is compromised by stronger speckling of beam profiles. -- Highlights: ► We experimentally investigate propagation of shaped laser beams in turbid media. ► Peak intensity of Bessel and Airy beams decrease slower with increasing scatterer. ► Shaped beam profiles deteriorate faster, as compared to reference Gaussian beams. ► Shaped beam profiles can enhance applications of lasers inscattering media.

Haveli Invest pakub vaid majutust / Liina Leiten

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Leiten, Liina

2003-01-01

Majutusasutuste TOP 40 1. koht. Metropoli hotelli haldava Haveli Invest OÜ tegevjuht Ruve Rääsk peab ettevõtte iseärasuseks võrreldes teiste majutusasutustega keskendumist majutusteenuse pakkumisele. Ülevaade hotelli kliendigruppidest, klienditeenindusest, asukoha eelistest ja tegevusplaanidest. Diagramm: Tänavu ootab Haveli Invest väiksemat kasumit

Salme I paadi arheozooloogiline materjal / Liina Maldre

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Maldre, Liina, 1965-

2011-01-01

Salme I paadist kogutud arheozooloogilise materjali - looma- ja linnuluude ülevaade. Matusekompleks dateerub 7. sajandi lõppu - 8. sajandi algusesse. Rootsis uuritud paadismatuste arheozooloogilisest materjalist

Estonian Golf & Country Club / Liina Jänes

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Jänes, Liina, 1977-

2005-01-01

Estonian Golf & Country Club'i etnomodernistlik golfikeskus ja klubihoone Jõelähtmel. Projekteerija: Arhitektuuristuudio Siim & Kreis. Autor Andres Siim. Konstruktor: Resand. Sisekujundaja Juta Lember (SAB Lember & Padar). Projekt 2004, valmis 2005. Ill.: I ja II korruse plaan, 3 värv. välis ja 3 sisevaadet

Euroopa ettevõtjad kohtusid Taanis / Liina Pello

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Pello, Liina

2008-01-01

Euroopa Liidu keskkonnaprojekti PAVE tegevusest Euroopa väike- ja keskmise suurusega ettevõtjate koostöö edendamisel. Projekti partner Eestis on Eesti Kaubandus-Tööstuskoda. 2008. a. aprillis Taanis Viborgis toimunud PAVE kontaktkohtumiste messist biomassi ja bioenergia valdkonna ettevõtjatele

Euroopa Liit on inimese jaoks / Liina Carr

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Carr, Liina

2003-01-01

Ilmunud ka: EAKL Teataja : Narodnaja Gazeta apr. lk. 3. Eestit külastas EL-i Majandus- ja Sotsiaalkomitee ja Euroopa Liidu - Eesti Ühise Nõuandekomitee kaasesimees Filip Hamro-Drotz. Ajalehe Postimees lisas Foorum ilmunud F. Hamro-Drotzi intervjuust

Via Hansa keskendub Balti turule / Liina Leiten

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Leiten, Liina

2003-01-01

Reisifirmade TOP 40 1. koht. Via Hansa Eesti juht Külli Karing tutvustab ettevõtte kontseptsiooni, mis keskendub kogu Balti turule. Ülevaade ettevõtte turuosast, struktuurist, tootearendusest, majandusnäitajatest ja plaanidest. Kommenteerivad Varje Lepp ja Tarmo Bachmann. Diagrammid: Via Hansa käive kasvab hüppeliselt; Via Hansa Grupi struktuur

Sillamäe, mon amour / Liina Siib

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Siib, Liina

2006-01-01

Prantsuse kunstniku Eleonore de Montesquiou projektist "Aatomilinnad", kuraator Reet Varblane. Projekt sisaldab intervjuusid, filme, helisalvestusi, raamatuid, plakateid, näitusi Tallinnas, Pariisis, Berliinis, seminariprogrammi

Kooskõlad veel sellest sajandist / Liina Fjuk

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Fjuk, Liina, 1969-

1999-01-01

23.-29. nov. toimuvast nüüdismuusikafestivalist NYYD '99. Esinejatest, kavast, heliloojatest. Multimeediaetendused, kus osalevad kunstnikud: Raakel Silla ja Maik Rõngelepa 'How to Make a Lovesong' ; 'Zond' ئ autorid: Rauno Remme (muusika ja arvutigraafika), Anneli Remme ja Madis Kalmet (libreto), Jaan Toomik ja Jaan Paavle (video, valgusobjekt)

Presidendikõnede metafoore / Liina Kivimäe

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Kivimäe, Liina

2009-01-01

Artikkel põhineb autori bakalaureusetööl, milles iseloomustatakse Eesti Vabariigi presidentide - Lennart Meri, Arnold Rüütli ja Toomas Hendrik Ilvese kõnedes kõige sagedamini kasutatud mõistemetafoore. Analüüs lähtub kognitiivsest metafoorikäsitusest, selle käigus käsitletakse kõnedes nähtuvaid mõistemetafoore, mis seostuvad eelkõige mõistetega (Eesti) riik ja rahvas

Tundekausatiivikonstruktsioon eesti moodi / Liina Lindström

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Lindström, Liina, 1973-

2012-01-01

Käsitletakse kogejakonstruktsiooni, milles kogeja on markeeritud nagu grammatiline objekt ja stiimul nagu grammatiline subjekt. Konstruktsiooni vaadeldakse teiste keelte taustal, et välja selgitada eesti keeles toimunud muutusi

Globaalsus + lennundus = Star Alliance? / Ain Hinsberg

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Hinsberg, Ain

2002-01-01

Erinevad koostöövormid lennufirmade vahel, alliansside teke ja areng maailmas. Maailma juhtivad lennundusalliansid ja nende poolt kaetud riigid ja sihtkohad. Kommenteerib Estonian Airi president Erki Urva

Os Cinco Problemas mais Frequentes nos Projetos das Organizações no Brasil: Uma Análise Crítica

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Armando Terribili Filho

2013-12-01

Full Text Available Este artigo visa discutir os aspectos relevantes relativos aos cinco problemas mais frequentes nos projetos das organizações no Brasil de acordo com os resultados do Benchmarking em Gerenciamento de Projetos Brasil – 2010, que teve a participação de 460 organizações públicas e privadas. Os cinco problemas com maior frequência estão associadas ao gerenciamento do tempo, gerenciamento do escopo, gerenciamento da comunicação e gerenciamento dos custos. O artigo propõe a utilização de indicadores de monitoração durante a “vida do projeto”, como instrumento de avaliação contínua.DOI:10.5585/gep.v4i2.99

Visibilidade de Notícias no Twitter e no Facebook: Análise Comparativa das Notícias mais Repercutidas na Europa e nas Américas

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Gabriela da Silva Zago

2013-06-01

Full Text Available O artigo identifica e compara as notícias mais repercutidas no Twitter e no Facebook em jornais do Brasil, Alemanha, Espanha, Estados Unidos e Reino Unido. O recorte inclui 8 dos jornais de maior circulação nos 5 países, perfazendo um conjunto de 40 jornais. O volume de “retuites” e “curtidas” foi utilizado para avaliar a visibilidade da notícia. Links postados no Twitter e mensagens postadas pelos jornais no Facebook foram coletados durante duas semanas em outubro de 2012. Nós analisamos o conteúdo das 25 mensagens mais replicadas em cada jornal e rede social e encontramos características culturais e diferenças editoriais significativas entre países em função dos conteúdos que circularam nas redes sociais durante o período. Os resultados também oferecem uma confirmação empírica da percepção generalizada de que o Facebook é utilizado majoritariamente para conteúdos ligados ao entretenimento e curiosidades, e o Twitter para a cobertura de eventos políticos, econômicos e sociais.

The Associations of Perceived Social Support with Key HIV Risk and Protective Factors Among Young Males Who Have Sex with Males in Bangkok and Chiang Mai, Thailand.

Science.gov (United States)

Johnston, Lisa; Steinhaus, Mara; Sass, Justine; Benjarattanaporn, Patchara; Sirinirund, Petchsri; Siraprapasiri, Taweesap; Gass, Robert

2018-06-01

This study used respondent-driven sampling to explore the effects of social support on HIV risk and protective factors among young males who have sex with males (YMSM) in Bangkok (N = 273) and Chiang Mai (N = 243), Thailand. It compared different measures of social support, including living situation, the proportion of family and friends to whom the respondent had disclosed their same-sex attraction, and scores on the multi-dimensional scale of perceived social support as predictors of two outcomes of interest-coerced first sex and HIV knowledge. Social support from family played a mediating role in both outcomes among YMSM in Bangkok but not those from Chiang Mai. Though social support from friends was also studied, it was less strongly associated with the outcomes of interest. The findings support interventions designed to leverage social support networks to increase HIV knowledge and decrease coerced first sex among YMSM. At the same time, they demonstrate that there is not a single risk or demographic profile encompassing all YMSM. Successful programs and policies will need to consider the specific attributes and social environment of YMSM in particular locations in order to effectively address HIV risks.

Like, comment, share and all that jazz : social media as communication and marketing tool case: Social media marketing approaches used by MaiJazz music festival

OpenAIRE

Tanaskovic, Nenad

2014-01-01

Master's thesis in International hotel and tourism management Social networks have become an integral part of everyday life for many. With an increasing number of companies using social media to communicate and build relationships with their customers, social media might be considered as the newest element of the marketing mix. The thesis’ objective is to explore the use of social media communication tools used by the jazz music festival, MaiJazz, in Stavanger, to define key...

Nafta hinna kõikumine solgutab Euroopa lennufirmade aktsiaid / Annika Matson

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Matson, Annika, 1976-

2004-01-01

Nafta hinnatõus langetab lennufirmade aktsiate hindasid. Kommenteerib Estonian Air'i asepresident Leela Lilleorg. Graafikud: Euroopa suuremate lennufirmade aktsiad nafta tõmbetuules; Nafta hind rahvusvahelisel naftabörsil Londonis

Special functions & their applications

CERN Document Server

Lebedev, N N

1972-01-01

Famous Russian work discusses the application of cylinder functions and spherical harmonics; gamma function; probability integral and related functions; Airy functions; hyper-geometric functions; more. Translated by Richard Silverman.

A PUC-Campinas: as mudanças institucionais narradas por seus docentes mais velhos - PUC-University of campinas (Brazil: the institutional changes narrated by its oldest teachers

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Rogério Canciam, Vera Lúcia de Carvalho Machado

2011-04-01

Full Text Available Resumo O estudo realizado insere-se na área da Educação e articula à linha de pesquisa Universidade, Docência e Formação de Professores. A pesquisa realizada teve como objetivo recuperar, com base nos relatos de professores mais velhos em atividades docente na PUC-Campinas, informações que pudessem contribuir para a história dessa instituição educacional em tempos mais remotos. Com esse intuito, foram adotados procedimentos metodológicos derivados da história oral, sendo efetuadas entrevistas com cinco docentes mais antigos. Palavras-chave: educação superior, PUC-Campinas, universidade.   PUC-UNIVERSITY OF CAMPINAS (BRAZIL: THE INSTITUTIONAL CHANGES NARRATED BY ITS OLDEST TEACHERS Abstract The carried through study is inserted in the Education area and is joined the University research line, Education and Teachers Formation The carried through research had as objective to recoup on the basis of the older teachers stories in teaching activities at PUC-Campinas, information that could contribute for the history of this educational institution in more remote times. With this intention methodological procedures derived of Verbal History had been adopted and five older professors have been interviewed. Keywords: further education; PUC-Campinas-Brazil; university.   PUC-CAMPINAS: LOS CAMBIOS INSTITUCIONALES NARRADOS POR SUS DOCENTES MÁS ANTIGUOS Resumen El estudio realizado se inserte en el área de la Educación y articula a la línea de investigación Universidad, Docencia y Formación de Profesores. La investigación realizada tuvo como objetivo recuperar, con base en los relatos de profesores más antiguos en actividades docentes en la PUC-Campinas, informaciones que pudieran contribuir para la historia de esa institución educacional en tiempos más remotos. Con ese intuito, fueron adoptados procedimientos metodológicos derivados de la Historia Oral, siendo realizadas encuestas con cinco docentes más antiguos. Palabras

Molecular Phylogenetics of Centrocestus formosanus (Digenea: Heterophyidae) Originated from Freshwater Fish from Chiang Mai Province, Thailand.

Science.gov (United States)

Wongsawad, Chalobol; Wongsawad, Pheravut; Sukontason, Kom; Maneepitaksanti, Worawit; Nantarat, Nattawadee

2017-02-01

This study aimed to investigate the morphology and reconstruct the phylogenetic relationships of Centrocestus formosanus originating from 5 species of freshwater fish, i.e., Esomus metallicus, Puntius brevis, Anabas testudineus, Parambassis siamensis , and Carassius auratus , in Chiang Mai province, Thailand. Sequence-related amplified polymorphism (SRAP) and phylogeny based on internal transcribed spacer 2 (ITS2) and mitochondrial cytochrome c oxidase subunit 1 (CO1) were performed. The results showed similar morphologies of adult C. formosanus from day 5 after infection in chicks. C. formosanus originated from 4 species of freshwater fish had the same number of circumoral spines on the oral sucker, except for those from C. auratus which revealed 34 circumoral spines. The phylogenetic tree obtained from SRAP profile and the combination of ITS2 and CO1 sequence showed similar results that were correlated with the number of circumoral spines in adult worms. Genetic variability of C. formosanus also occurred in different species of freshwater fish hosts. However, more details of adult worm morphologies and more sensitive genetic markers are needed to confirm the species validity of C. formosanus with 34 circumoral spines originating from C. auratus in the future.

Adherence to guidelines on the diagnosis of cephalo-pelvic disproportion at Maharaj Nakorn Chiang Mai Hospital.

Science.gov (United States)

Srisukho, Sasivimol; Tongsong, Theera; Srisupundit, Kasemsri

2014-10-01

To determine the degree of adherence to guidelines on the diagnosis of cephalopelvic disproportion (CPD) in Maharaj Nakorn Chiang Mai Hospital. The database ofpregnant women who underwent cesarean delivery due to CPD between 2010 and 2012 was reviewed The degree of adherence to guidelines on the CPD diagnosis was recorded The guidelines were from Royal Thai College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (RTCOG) and the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) as gold standard criteria for CPD diagnosis. Four hundred sixty four pregnant women diagnosed as CPD were recruited. The adherence to guidelines either RTCOG or ACOG criteria was 80.4%. Of 91 cases that had incomplete criteria to diagnose CPD, 25 cases (27.5%) had been suspected offetal macrosomia and CPD was diagnosed during latent phase of labor Unfortunately, 76% of these fetuses had birth weight less than 4000 grams, which were unlikely to be macrosomia. The adherence to guidelines on the diagnosis of CPD was 80.4%. Almost one-third of the cases that had no adherence were false diagnosed of fetal macrosomia. Therefore, the strategy of accurate fetal weigh estimation may reduce unnecessary cesarean section from false diagnosis of CPD.

Ettevalmistus noortebiennaaliks Pärnus / Heie Treier

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Treier, Heie, 1963-

2007-01-01

Ideest korraldada 2007. aasta sügisel Tallinnas esimene noorte kunstnike biennaal, mille toimkonda juhivad Rael Artel ning Airi Triisberg. Pärnus toimunud üritusest "Public preparation. Exercises on Adhocracy"

Estonian Air valmistub odavate piletitega EasyJeti tulekuks / Erkki Erilaid

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Erilaid, Erkki

2004-01-01

Estonian Air pidi langetama piletihindu Berliini ja Londoni liinil kolmandiku võrra, kuna oktoobri lõpust hakkab Tallinna lennujaamast reise tegema uus odavlennufirma Easy-Jet. Lisa: Estonian Airi hinnad internetis

Problemas ginecológicos mais freqüentes em mulheres soropositivas para o HIV

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Melo Victor Hugo de

2003-01-01

Full Text Available OBJETIVO: apresentar os achados ginecológicos mais freqüentes de uma coorte de 300 mulheres infectadas pelo HIV, acompanhadas ambulatorialmente. MÉTODOS: estudo prospectivo e descritivo de mulheres HIV-soropositivas atendidas em clínica ginecológica, no período de novembro de 1996 a dezembro de 2002. As pacientes foram submetidas ao protocolo de atendimento ginecológico que incluiu anamnese, exame ginecológico, colpocitologia oncótica (Papanicolaou, pesquisa de HPV (PCR e colposcopia. A biópsia cervical, quando necessária, foi realizada. Os dados foram armazenados e analisados no Epi-Info, versão 6.0. RESULTADOS: a idade média foi 34,5 anos. Destaca-se o pequeno número de parceiros sexuais, média de três parceiros, e a predominância do contágio heterossexual: 271 (90,6% pacientes adquiriram o vírus por meio do contato sexual com seus parceiros. Foi alta a prevalência de neoplasias intra-epiteliais cervicais (NIC, representando 21,7% do total da amostra. Dentre as 109 pacientes submetidas a PCR encontraram-se 89 (81,7% com algum genótipo do HPV. Esfregaço inflamatório à citologia esteve presente em 69% das pacientes. CONCLUSÕES: a infecção pelo HIV se associa com freqüência a NIC e a processos infecciosos genitais, em especial o HPV.

The Cauchy problem for the Schrödinger-KdV system

Science.gov (United States)

Wang, Hua; Cui, Shangbin

In this paper we prove that in the general case (i.e. β not necessarily vanishing) the Cauchy problem for the Schrödinger-Korteweg-de Vries system is locally well-posed in L×H, and if β=0 then it is locally well-posed in H×H with -3/16Linares (2007) [5]. Idea of the proof is to establish some bilinear and trilinear estimates in the space G×F, where G and F are dyadic Bourgain-type spaces related to the Schrödinger operator i∂+∂x2 and the Airy operator ∂+∂x3, respectively, but with a modification on F in low frequency part of functions with a weaker structure related to the maximal function estimate of the Airy operator.

Doenças hereditárias, aconselhamento genético e redes familiares e sociais: da ética intergeracional ao papel dos mais velhos

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Álvaro Mendes

2012-11-01

Full Text Available Este artigo de revisão da literatura centra tópicos relevantes na investigação e intervenção em redes familiares e sociais no âmbito do aconselhamento genético. Foca o papel dos familiares mais idosos na gestão psicossocial do risco genético a doenças hereditárias (particularmente, cancros hereditários e suas implicações no aconselhamento genético, nomeadamente apoio social e comunicação intrafamiliar sobre o risco genético.

Access to antiretroviral therapy among HIV/AIDS patients in Chiang Mai province, Thailand.

Science.gov (United States)

Himakalasa, Woraluck; Grisurapong, Siriwan; Phuangsaichai, Sasipen

2013-01-01

The objective of this study is to investigate the access to antiretroviral treatment among human immunodeficiency virus/acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (HIV/AIDS) patients in Chiang Mai province, Thailand. Access to antiretroviral treatment is defined in terms of availability, affordability, and acceptability. The data for the study were collected during the period of April 1, 2012-May 31, 2012 from a sample of 380 HIV/AIDS patients in eight hospitals who had received antiretroviral treatment for more than 6 months at the time of data collection. The results of the study show that for most patients, the average traveling time to access health care was acceptable, but the nearly half day waiting time caused them to be absent from their work. In particular, it took longer for patients in the rural and lower income groups to access the treatment than the other groups. Their travel times and food costs relating to the treatment were found to be relatively high and therefore these patients had a higher tendency to borrow or seek financial assistance from their relatives. However, due to improvements in the access to treatment, most patients were satisfied with the services they received. The results imply that policy should be implemented to raise the potential of subdistrict hospitals where access to antiretroviral treatment is available, with participating HIV/AIDS patients acting as volunteers in providing services and other forms of health promotion to new patients. Privacy issues could be reduced if the antiretroviral treatment was isolated from other health services. Additionally, efforts to educate HIV/AIDS patients and society at large should be made.

Ühisraha peab saama inimestele lähedaseks / Joaquin Almunia

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Almunia, Joaquin, 1948-

2005-01-01

Euroopa Komisjoni rahandusasjade volinik hoiatab, et tõenäoliselt peavad mõned Euroopa Liidu rahaliiduga ühineda soovivad riigid kõrge inflatsiooni või eelarvepuudujäägi likvideerimise liialt aeglase tempo tõttu euroalaga ühinemise edasi lükkama. Voliniku sõnul tuleb eurole üleminekut plaanivates riikides tõsta tehniliste ettevalmistuste tempot ja tõhustada teavitustööd elanike seas. Kommenteerivad Riigikogu liige Liina Tõnisson ja rahandusminister Aivar Sõerd. Vt. samas lk. 3: Aivar Reinap. Eurovolinik ründab Eestit vananenud andmetega

Meelelahutuse kaks erinevat palet käibemaksu kontekstis / Priit Lätt

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Lätt, Priit, 1976-

2005-01-01

Autori kriitika Eesti käibemaksuseadusele meelelahutusvaldkonna kontekstis, mis on vastuolus põhiseadusega, maksuõiguse põhimõtetega ning Euroopa Liidu õigusega. Lisatud: Urboja, Liina. Kultuuriministeerium ei nõustu artikli tõlgendusega, lk. 31 ; Lehis, Lasse. Järjekordne näide meie seadusloome kvaliteedist, lk. 32-33 ; Koidu, Urmas. Eestis kehtiv käibemaksuseadus ei ole kultuuriteenuste maksustamisel Euroopa Liidu õigusega vastuolus, lk. 34-35. Vt. ka: http://www.maksumaksjad.ee/modules/smartsection/item.php?itemid=144 ; http://www.maksumaksjad.ee/modules/smartsection/item.php?itemid=142.

"When I first saw a condom, I was frightened": A qualitative study of sexual behavior, love and life of young cross-border migrants in urban Chiang Mai, Thailand.

Science.gov (United States)

Tangmunkongvorakul, Arunrat; Musumari, Patou Masika; Srithanaviboonchai, Kriengkrai; Manoyos, Veruree; Techasrivichien, Teeranee; Suguimoto, S Pilar; Ono-Kihara, Masako; Kihara, Masahiro; Chariyalertsak, Suwat

2017-01-01

Many young migrant workers move across the border to Chiang Mai, a major city in Northern Thailand, in search of work opportunities. This study describes their sexual behavior, lifestyles, relationships and experiences with youth-friendly sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services. This is the qualitative arm of a mixed methods study using focus group discussions (FGDs) among young MWs aged 15-24 years in urban Chiang Mai. We conducted 6 FGDs with 84 participants (43 males, 41 females) organized in groups of 10-15 people, including 3 groups of males, 2 groups of females, and 1 group of both males and females. We found that the lack of parental control, pressure to assimilate into Thai society, access to social media and modern communication technologies, and limited knowledge and access to sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services interplayed to shape lifestyle and sexual behaviors, including low condom use among young migrants. The present study helped discern the vulnerability of young migrants to adverse SRH outcomes. This particular group of youth needs urgent intervention to improve their knowledge on SRH and access to a youth-friendly clinic to help them personalize risk of HIV and other adverse SRH outcomes.

Avatud arhiiv / Ketli Tiitsar

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Tiitsar, Ketli

2005-01-01

Näitus "Arhiiv. Tarbekunstimuuseumi näitused 1982-2004" Eesti Tarbekunsti- ja Disainimuuseumis kuni 15. I 2006. Näituse on koostanud Merike Alber, Kai Lobjakas, Airi Ligi, Anne Tiivel, kujundanud Ketli Tiitsar

Decay Mode Solutions for Kadomtsev-Petviashvili Equation

International Nuclear Information System (INIS)

Fan Guohao; Deng Shufang; Zhang Meng

2012-01-01

The decay mode solutions for the Kadomtsev-Petviashvili (KP) equation are derived by Hirota method (direct method). The decay mode solution is a new set of analytical solutions with Airy function. (general)

Tõeliselt edukas on üksnes see juht, kes eraäri proovinud / Leela Lilleorg ; interv. Taivo Paju

Index Scriptorium Estoniae

Lilleorg, Leela

2007-01-01

Kümme aastat Estonian Airi arengus osalenud ning asepresidendiks jõudnud ja 2005. aastast lennufirmadele esindusteenust pakkuva firma Airline Management asutaja Leela Lilleorg oma töökogemustest. Vt. samas: Leela Lilleorg

Breeding ecology of buff-breasted babbler (Pellorneum tickelli at Doi Chiang Dao Wildlife Research Station, Chiang Mai province, Thailand

Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden)

Patchareeyaporn Panyaarj

2017-10-01

Full Text Available The behavior of the buff-breasted babbler (Pellorneum tickelli was recorded from April 2010 to May 2012 along creeks in Doi Chiang Dao Wildlife Research Station, Chiang Mai, Thailand. Fifteen nests of the buff-breasted babbler were found on four creeks: Maeka, Maemard, Ong and Sikrobkrua. The general behavior of birds included foraging, excretion, locomotion, preening and vigilance. The complete breeding cycle of the buff-breasted babbler in this study was almost 1 mth. Egg clutch size was in the range 3–4 and the nestlings hatched almost simultaneously. The eggs were incubated by both the males and the females. After hatching, both parents invested in intensive parental care. As well as providing food, they also protected their nestlings. This information can be used to help with conservation planning in the area and elsewhere. Keywords: Bird nest, Breeding birds, Nestling, Parental care, Riparian

Aqua AIRS L2 Cloud-Cleared Infrared Radiances (AIRS+AMSU+HSB) V006

Data.gov (United States)

National Aeronautics and Space Administration — This product is similar to AIRI2CCF. However, it contains science retrievals that use the Humidity Sounder for Brazil (HSB). Because the HSB instrument lived only...