With few exceptions (e.g., Lesch-Nyhan syndrome), the specific nature of self-injury in relation to identified genetic syndromes associated with mental retardation is poorly understood.In present study we surveyed families 62 persons Prader-Willi syndrome determine prevalence, topographies, and body locations self-injurious behavior.Self-injury was reported for 81% participants.Skin-picking most prevalent form, front legs head being disproportionately targeted as preferred sites.Individuals...

This is the second of a series publications edited by group distinguished European neurosurgeons.The object an attempt to overcome lack any organised common postgraduate training system for young neurosurgeons and make use English language as means communication scientific informa- tion between Europeans.The volume, like first, admirably fulfils these ambitions.The first section on 'Advances' considers in very adequate detail three important topics.Com-

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Summary 1. The potential of substratum manipulations as a technique for enhancing food supplies waders was investigated in 98 constructed ponds at six sites the Upper Waitaki Basin, New Zealand. Substrata were manipulated by using different construction methods, and adding barley straw or stones to some ponds. Total invertebrate biomass chironomid measured 3 15 months after constructed. 2. Food many newly contained large proportions larvae, an attractive waders. However, this pattern not...

During the Fall 2013 semester East Carolina University's main library piloted 24/5 hours of operation by opening on Sunday morning and not closing until Friday night. This article details planning execution pilot program, as well findings from data collected during overnight period people-counting cameras a university identification card reader. The reveal usage specific days period, periods semester, demographic information undergraduate graduate student users.

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We used videocameras to monitor 39 nests of the Banded Dotterel (Charadrius bicinctus), a ground-nesting plover endemic New Zealand that suffers from predation by introduced mammals. To test whether monitoring increased chances being visited predators, 22 video-monitored were approached on foot daily simulate conventional and 17 unapproached monitored using only. The proportions (46%) (41%) predators did not differ significantly, nor was there any evidence human scent trails locate nests....

Offering a separate, popular reading collection can be valuable public service in academic libraries. Popular is also known as leisure reading, recreational and for pleasure. These phrases are synonyms an interest bestsellers, mysteries, romance novels, biographies, graphic humor, self-help, or nonfiction, among other literature categories. This article examines the survey data of collections universities three southeastern states. It discusses at author's library, located university,...

We examined the carcasses of 148 Black-fronted Terns Sterna albostriata found during 1998-2000 breeding seasons on Ohau River, South Island, New Zealand. Predation was primary cause mortality adults, juveniles and chicks, resulting in 47% all deaths. Video footage showed Feral Cats Felis catus were responsible for 6% predator-caused deaths, physical evidence at carcass remains linked cats to another 19% predations. Further suggested Norway Rats Rattus norvegicus Stoats Mustela erminea 51%...

This paper presents a novel finance project delivery concept, savings to sustainability (S2S), that bridges the existing gaps between energy projects implemented using alternative financing mechanisms, initiatives, and greenhouse gas (GHG) reductions. Bridging these three areas will have synergistic effect in terms of meeting federal other agency goals for energy, water, GHG reduction. The most common method used sector date is performance; however, contracts are driven by financial, rather...

Too frequently, and often too late, academic librarians learn of patron experiences involving problem patrons, misdemeanor criminal activity, or poorly secured areas. Regrettably, these can irrevocably diminish perceptions access to the vibrant learning spaces services offered by our institutions. This article assesses current state security personnel staffing issues at 25 public, four-year universities in two southeastern states.

Abstract The black stilt (Himantopus novaezelandiae) is a critically endangered wading bird that inhabits rivers, wetlands and lake deltas in the Upper Waitaki Basin, South Island, New Zealand. Changes numbers of stilts using Ahuriri Tekapo/Ohau Deltas Lake Benmore, during temporary drawdowns 1982, 1992, 1994, were investigated. Numbers on increased all for which data are available, even though varied magnitude duration, occurred at different times year. Habitat conditions, food supplies,...

Abstract We used videocameras to monitor 39 nests of the Banded Dotterel (Charadrius bicinctus), a ground-nesting plover endemic New Zealand that suffers from predation by introduced mammals. To test whether monitoring increased chances being visited predators, 22 video-monitored were approached on foot daily simulate conventional and 17 unapproached monitored using only. The proportions (46%) (41%) predators did not differ significantly, nor was there any evidence human scent trails locate...

Purpose The purpose of this article is to present a series reflections on future scenarios distributed Taiga Forum participants in March 2006. Design/methodology approach Permission was obtained reprint the scenarios, and select national library leaders, seasoned professionals mid‐career librarians were invited respond these scenarios. Findings focus broad areas – internal organizational structures, advances information technology, changing user expectations. Local engagement with will help...

The authors describe a pilot project where Amazon Kindle and Barnes & Noble Nook e-book readers are provided for patrons to check out. Topics covered include start-up considerations, issues with selection acquisition of content; cataloging approaches, circulation procedures, publicity strategies evaluation.

This paper presents a novel finance project delivery concept, Savings to Sustainability (S2S), that bridges the existing gaps between energy projects implemented using alternative financing mechanisms, sustainability initiatives, and greenhouse gas reductions. Bridging these three areas will have synergistic effect in terms of meeting Federal agency goals for energy, water, (GHG) reduction. Although reducing results reduced GHG emissions, financial savings is major driving force behind...