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    Autoconcepto académico y motivación académica en jóvenes talento de una universidad privada de Tarapoto

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    The objective of this study was to determine the relationship between academic self-concept and academic motivation in young talents (Scholarship 18) at a Private University in Tarapoto city, Peru. The sample was obtained through a probabislitic sampling and there were 92 young talents, being 47,8% male and 52,2% female between 17 and 22 years old. I used a descriptive, correlational and non-experimental design. The sample was evaluated using the AF5 Self-concept Scale (García and Musitu) academic section that consists of 6 items, and the Academic Motivation Scale that consists of 28 items. The psychometric properties of the instruments indicated that they are valid and reliable. Data were processed in SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences) version 20.0. The results show that there is a direct and highly significant relationship between academic self-concept and academic motivation in young talents (r = .301**, p<.004), which indicates the higher the academic self-concept, the greater the academic motivation.El objetivo del presente estudio fue determinar la relación entre el autoconcepto académico y la motivación académica en jóvenes talento (Beca 18) de una universidad privada de Tarapoto. La muestra se obtuvo por un muestreo probabilístico, y se tuvo como participantes a 92 jóvenes talento, siendo el 47,8% de sexo masculino y el 52,2% de sexo femenino entre 17 y 22 años. Se utilizó un diseño no experimental de tipo descriptivo correlacional. Se evaluó la muestra con la Escala de Autoconcepto AF5 de García y Musitu, sección académico y compuesta por 6 ítems, y la Escala de Motivación Académica, conformada por 28 ítems. Las propiedades psicométricas de los instrumentos indicaron que son válidos y confiables. Los datos fueron procesados en el paquete estadístico SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciencies) versión 20.0. Los resultados evidencian que existe una relación directa y altamente significativa entre autoconcepto académico y motivación académica en los jóvenes talento (r = .301**, p<.004), lo que indica que, a mayor autoconcepto académico, mayor será la motivación académica.El objetivo del presente estudio fue determinar la relación entre el autoconcepto académico y la motivación académica en jóvenes talento (Beca 18) de una universidad privada de Tarapoto. La muestra se obtuvo por un muestreo probabilístico, y se tuvo como participantes a 92 jóvenes talento, siendo el 47,8% de sexo masculino y el 52,2% de sexo femenino entre 17 y 22 años. Se utilizó un diseño no experimental de tipo descriptivo correlacional. Se evaluó la muestra con la Escala de Autoconcepto AF5 de García y Musitu, sección académico y compuesta por 6 ítems, y la Escala de Motivación Académica, conformada por 28 ítems. Las propiedades psicométricas de los instrumentos indicaron que son válidos y confiables. Los datos fueron procesados en el paquete estadístico SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciencies) versión 20.0. Los resultados evidencian que existe una relación directa y altamente significativa entre autoconcepto académico y motivación académica en los jóvenes talento (r = .301**, p<.004), lo que indica que, a mayor autoconcepto académico, mayor será la motivación académica

    Autoconcepto académico y motivación académica en jóvenes talento de una universidad privada de Tarapoto

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    The objective of this study was to determine the relationship between academic self-concept and academic motivation in young talents (Scholarship 18) at a Private University in Tarapoto city, Peru. The sample was obtained through a probabislitic sampling and there were 92 young talents, being 47,8% male and 52,2% female between 17 and 22 years old. I used a descriptive, correlational and non-experimental design. The sample was evaluated using the AF5 Self-concept Scale (García and Musitu) academic section that consists of 6 items, and the Academic Motivation Scale that consists of 28 items. The psychometric properties of the instruments indicated that they are valid and reliable. Data were processed in SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences) version 20.0. The results show that there is a direct and highly significant relationship between academic self-concept and academic motivation in young talents (r = .301**, p<.004), which indicates the higher the academic self-concept, the greater the academic motivation.El objetivo del presente estudio fue determinar la relación entre el autoconcepto académico y la motivación académica en jóvenes talento (Beca 18) de una universidad privada de Tarapoto. La muestra se obtuvo por un muestreo probabilístico, y se tuvo como participantes a 92 jóvenes talento, siendo el 47,8% de sexo masculino y el 52,2% de sexo femenino entre 17 y 22 años. Se utilizó un diseño no experimental de tipo descriptivo correlacional. Se evaluó la muestra con la Escala de Autoconcepto AF5 de García y Musitu, sección académico y compuesta por 6 ítems, y la Escala de Motivación Académica, conformada por 28 ítems. Las propiedades psicométricas de los instrumentos indicaron que son válidos y confiables. Los datos fueron procesados en el paquete estadístico SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciencies) versión 20.0. Los resultados evidencian que existe una relación directa y altamente significativa entre autoconcepto académico y motivación académica en los jóvenes talento (r = .301**, p<.004), lo que indica que, a mayor autoconcepto académico, mayor será la motivación académica.El objetivo del presente estudio fue determinar la relación entre el autoconcepto académico y la motivación académica en jóvenes talento (Beca 18) de una universidad privada de Tarapoto. La muestra se obtuvo por un muestreo probabilístico, y se tuvo como participantes a 92 jóvenes talento, siendo el 47,8% de sexo masculino y el 52,2% de sexo femenino entre 17 y 22 años. Se utilizó un diseño no experimental de tipo descriptivo correlacional. Se evaluó la muestra con la Escala de Autoconcepto AF5 de García y Musitu, sección académico y compuesta por 6 ítems, y la Escala de Motivación Académica, conformada por 28 ítems. Las propiedades psicométricas de los instrumentos indicaron que son válidos y confiables. Los datos fueron procesados en el paquete estadístico SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciencies) versión 20.0. Los resultados evidencian que existe una relación directa y altamente significativa entre autoconcepto académico y motivación académica en los jóvenes talento (r = .301**, p<.004), lo que indica que, a mayor autoconcepto académico, mayor será la motivación académica

    Crustal controls on light noble gas isotope variability along the andean volcanic arc

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    This study combines new noble gas data from fluid inclusions in minerals from Sabancaya, Ubinas, and El Misti (CVZ, Peru) and Villarica (South Chile, SVZ) with a revised noble gas compilation in the Andes, to identify systematic along arc variations in helium isotope compositions. We find 3He/4He ratios varying from 8.8 RA (Colombia) to 7.4 RA (Ecuador) within the NVZ, and only as high as 6.4 RA in the CVZ (RA is the atmospheric 3He/4He ratio of 1.39 × 10-6). These distinct isotope compositions cannot be explained by variable radiogenic 4He production via slab fluid transport of U and Th in the mantle wedge, since both NVZ and CVZ share similar slab sediment inputs (Th/La ≈ 0.08-0.13). Instead, the progressively more radiogenic 3He/4He signatures in Ecuador and Peru reflect 4He addition upon magma ascent/ storage in the crust, this being especially thick in Peru (>70 km) and Ecuador (>50 km) relative to Colombia (∼30-45 km). The intermediate compositions in the North (8.0 RA) and South (7.9 RA) Chile, both high sediment flux margins, mostly reflect a more efficient delivery of radiogenic He in the wedge from the subducted (U-Th-rich) terrigenous sediments. Our results bring strong evidence for the major role played by crustal processes in governing noble gas compositions along continental arcs

    Degassing at Sabancaya volcano measured by UV cameras and the NOVAC network

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    We used low-cost Raspberry Pi ultraviolet (UV) cameras to measure sulphur dioxide (SO2) fluxes from Sabancaya volcano, Peru, during eruptive activity on 27 April 2018. Light dilution corrections were made by operating instruments at two distances simultaneously. Estimated SO2 fluxes of 27.1 kgs-1 are higher than previously reported, likely due to the current eruptive episode (ongoing since November 2016). Each eruptive event included frequent (2–3 per minute), ash-rich emissions, forming gas pulses with masses of 3.0–8.2 tonnes SO2. Sustained degassing and lack of overpressure suggest open-vent activity. Mean fluxes are consistent with those measured by a permanent NOVAC station (25.9 kgs-1) located under the plume, with remaining differences likely due to windspeed estimates and sampling rate. Our work highlights the importance of accurate light dilution and windspeed modelling in SO2 retrievals and suggests that co-location of UV cameras with permanent scanning spectrometers may be valuable in providing accurate windspeeds

    Niemann-Pick disease type-B: a unique case report with compound heterozygosity and complicated lipid management

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    BACKGROUND: Niemann-Pick disease (NPD) is a rare autosomal recessive hereditary disease characterized by deficient activity of acid sphingomyelinase. CASE PRESENTATION: We present a case of NPD type B with a unique compound heterozygosity for SMPD1 (NM_000543.4:c.[84delC];[96G¿>¿A]) in which both mutations that induce an early stop codon are located before the second in-frame initiation codon. The clinical presentation of the patient is compatible with NPD type B. She was initially diagnosed of Gaucher Disease, but her altered lipid profile led to a clinical suspicion of NPD. Combined high doses of atorvastatin and ezetimibe were given to treat the severe hypercholesterolemia. CONCLUSIONS: The pharmacological management of the lipid profile in these patients is important. A unique compound mutation in SMPD1 gene is described

    Volcanic gas emissions and degassing dynamics at Ubinas and Sabancaya volcanoes; implications for the volatile budget of the central volcanic zone

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    Emission of volcanic gas is thought to be the dominant process by which volatiles transit from the deep earth to the atmosphere. Volcanic gas emissions, remain poorly constrained, and volcanoes of Peru are entirely absent from the current global dataset. In Peru, Sabancaya and Ubinas volcanoes are by far the largest sources of volcanic gas. Here, we report the first measurements of the compositions and fluxes of volcanic gases emitted from these volcanoes. The measurements were acquired in November 2015. We determined an average SO2 flux of 15.3 ± 2.3 kg s− 1 (1325-ton day− 1) at Sabancaya and of 11.4 ± 3.9 kg s− 1 (988-ton day− 1) at Ubinas using scanning ultraviolet spectroscopy and dual UV camera systems. In-situ Multi-GAS analyses yield molar proportions of H2O, CO2, SO2, H2S and H2 gases of 73, 15, 10 1.15 and 0.15 mol% at Sabancaya and of 96, 2.2, 1.2 and 0.05 mol% for H2O, CO2, SO2 and H2S at Ubinas. Together, these data imply cumulative fluxes for both volcanoes of 282, 30, 27, 1.2 and 0.01 kg s− 1 of H2O, CO2, SO2, H2S and H2 respectively. Sabancaya and Ubinas volcanoes together contribute about 60% of the total CO2 emissions from the Central Volcanic zone, and dominate by far the total revised volatile budget of the entire Central Volcanic Zone of the Andes

    Volcanic gas emissions and degassing dynamics at Ubinas and Sabancaya volcanoes; implications for the volatile budget of the central volcanic zone

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    Emission of volcanic gas is thought to be the dominant process by which volatiles transit from the deep earth to the atmosphere. Volcanic gas emissions, remain poorly constrained, and volcanoes of Peru are entirely absent from the current global dataset. In Peru, Sabancaya and Ubinas volcanoes are by far the largest sources of volcanic gas. Here, we report the first measurements of the compositions and fluxes of volcanic gases emitted from these volcanoes. The measurements were acquired in November 2015. We determined an average SO2 flux of 15.3 +/- 23 kg s(-1) (1325-ton day(-1)) at Sabancaya and of 11.4 +/- 3.9 kg s(-1) (988-ton day(-1)) at Ubinas using scanning ultraviolet spectroscopy and dual UV camera systems. In-situ Multi-GAS analyses yield molar proportions of H2O, CO2, SO2, H2S and H-2 gases of 73, 15, 10 1.15 and 0.15 mol% at Sabancaya and of 96, 2.2, 1.2 and 0.05 mol% for H2O, CO2, SO2 and H2S at Ubinas. Together, these data imply cumulative fluxes for both volcanoes of 282, 30, 27,1.2 and 0.01 kg s(-1) of H2O, CO2, SO2, H2S and H-2 respectively. Sabancaya and Ubinas volcanoes together contribute about 60% of the total CO2 emissions from the Central Volcanic zone, and dominate by far the total revised volatile budget of the entire Central Volcanic Zone of the Andes

    Magmatic gas percolation through the old lava dome of El Misti volcano

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    The proximity of the major city of Arequipa to El Misti has focused attention on the hazards posed by the active volcano. Since its last major eruption in the fifteenth century, El Misti has experienced a series of modest phreatic eruptions and fluctuating fumarolic activity. Here, we present the first measurements of the compositions of gas emitted from the lava dome in the summit crater. The gas composition is found to be fairly dry with a H2O/SO2 molar ratio of 32 ± 3, a CO2/SO2 molar ratio of 2.7 ± 0.2, a H2S/SO2 molar ratio of 0.23 ± 0.02 and a H2/SO2 molar ratio of 0.012 ± 0.002. This magmatic gas signature with minimal evidence of hydrothermal or wall rock interaction points to a shallow magma source that is efficiently outgassing through a permeable conduit and lava dome. Field and satellite observations show no evolution of the lava dome over the last decade, indicating sustained outgassing through an established fracture network. This stability could be disrupted if dome permeability were to be reduced by annealing or occlusion of outgassing pathways. Continued monitoring of gas composition and flux at El Misti will be essential to determine the evolution of hazard potential at this dangerous volcano.This research was conducted as part of the ‘Trail By Fire’ expedition (PI: Y. Moussallam). The project was supported by the Royal Geographical Society (with the Institute of British Geographers) with the Land Rover Bursary; the Deep Carbon Observatory DECADE Initiative; Santander, Ocean Optics; Crowcon; Air Liquide; Thermo Fisher Scientific; Cactus Outdoor; Turbo Ace and Team Black Sheep. We thank Jean-loup Guyot, Sebastien Carretier, Rose-Marie Ojeda, Pablo Samaniego and Jean-Luc Lepennec together with IRD South-America personnel for all their logistical help. We are extremely grateful to Marco Rivera and all OVI personnel for their help and support. YM acknowledges support from the Scripps Institution of Oceanography Postdoctoral Fellowship program. A.A and G.T acknowledge the ERC grant no. 305377 (BRIDGE). CIS acknowledges a research start-up grant from Victoria University of Wellington. C.O. is supported by the NERC Centre for the Observation and Modelling of Earthquakes, Volcanoes and Tectonics. The Earth Observing-1 (EO-1) spacecraft is managed by NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center, Greenbelt, Maryland, USA

    Charting the course for a Blue Economy in Peru: A Research Agenda

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    Ocean- and coastal-based economic activities are increasingly recognised as key drivers for supporting global economies. This move towards the “blue economy” is becoming globally widespread, with the recognition that if ocean-based activities are to be sustainable, they will need to move beyond solely extractive and exploitative endeavours, aligning more closely with marine conservation and effective marine spatial planning. In this paper we define the “blue economy” as a “platform for strategic, integrated and participatory coastal and ocean development and protection that incorporates a low carbon economy, the ecosystem approach and human well-being through advancing regional industries, services and activities”. In Peru, while the seas contribute greatly to the national economy, the full potential of the blue economy has yet to be realised. This paper presents the findings of an early career scientist workshop in Lima, Peru, in March 2016. The workshop “Advancing Green Growth in Peru” brought together researchers to identify challenges and opportunities for green growth across three Peruvian economic sectors—tourism, transport and the blue economy with this paper exploring in detail the priorities generated from the “blue economy” stream. These priorities include themes such as marine spatial planning, detailed evaluations of existing maritime industries (e.g. guano collection and fisheries), development of an effective MPA network, support for sustainable coastal tourism, and better inclusion of social science disciplines in understanding societal and political support for a Peruvian blue economy. In addition, the paper discusses the research requirements associated with these priorities. While not a comprehensive list, these priorities provide a starting point for future dialogue on a co-ordinated scientific platform supporting the blue growth agenda in Peru, and in other regions working towards a successful “blue economy”

    Biomechanical aspects:Summary and consensus statements of group 4. The 5(th) EAO Consensus Conference 2018

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    Objectives: The aim of the present publication was to report on the EAO Workshop group-4 discussions and consensus statements on the five reviews previously prepared. These reviews provided the scientific evidence on the effect of crown-to-implant ratio, on reconstructions with cantilevers in fully and partially edentulous patients, on biological and technical complications of tilted in comparison with straight implants, and on the effects of osseointegrated implants functioning in a residual dentition. Material and Methods: The group discussed, evaluated, corrected where deemed appropriate, and made recommendations to the authors regarding the following five reviews submitted: (a) Is there an effect of crown-to-implant ratio on implant treatment outcomes?; (b) Implant-supported cantilevered fixed dental rehabilitations in fully edentulous patients; (c) and in partially edentulous patients; (d) Biological and technical complications of tilted implants in comparison with straight implants supporting fixed dental prostheses; (e) What are the adverse effects of osseointegrated implants functioning among natural teeth of a residual dentition? Based on the five manuscripts and the discussion among the group as well as the plenum members, the major findings were summarized, consensus statements were formulated, clinical recommendations were proposed, and areas of future research were identified. Results: Crown-to-implant ratios ranging from 0.9 to 2.2 did not influence the occurrence of biological or technical complications also in single-tooth restorations. Reconstructions with cantilevers for the rehabilitation of fully and partially edentulous jaws showed high implant and reconstruction survival rates. In contrast, the rate of complications\u2014in particular associated with veneering material\u2014was high during the observation period of 5\u201310\ua0years. The data reported were primarily derived from studies with high risk of bias. The data for single-implant reconstructions were small. There was no evidence that distally tilted implants were associated with higher failure rates and increased amounts of marginal bone loss. The data supporting these findings, however, were at high risk of bias and frequently incompletely reported. Frequent positional changes occurred between the natural teeth and the implant-supported restorations. These changes were more pronounced in younger individuals, and even though they were reduced with age, they still occurred in adult patients. Even though these changes were frequent, potential implications for the patient are unclear. Conclusions: The use of single-tooth restorations with crown-to-implant ratio in between 0.9 and 2.2 may be considered a viable treatment option. Multiunit reconstructions with cantilevers are a viable treatment option in fully and partially edentulous patients. Clinicians and patients should be aware, however, that complications are frequent and primarily related to resin material used for veneering. There is some evidence that tilting an implant does affect stability of the implant and the surrounding bone. Treatment options to tilted implants should carefully be considered, as the effect on soft tissues and on prosthesis behavior is poorly reported for tilted implants. Positional changes in the dentition in relation to implant-supported restorations occur frequently. The patient should be informed about the possible need for a treatment related to these changes in the long term
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