Increasing incidence of zoonotic visceral leishmaniasis on Crete, Greece

To determine whether the incidence of canine leishmaniasis has increased on Crete, Greece, we fitted infection models to serodiagnostic records of 8,848 dog samples for 1990–2006. Models predicted that seroprevalence has increased 2.4% (95% confidence interval 1.61%–3.51%) per year and that incidence has increased 2.2- to 3.8-fold over this 17-year period

Archaeological Investigation of the Southeast Building Complex, Old Ursuline Academy Campus, 41BX235, San Antonio, Texas

This report outlines the results of an archaeological investigation associated with a complex of buildings located in the southeast portion of the Old Ursuline Academy campus, San Antonio, Texas. An analysis of the physical characteristics of the buildings is provided. A proposed history based on field observations and archival research is offered. Additional information is presented regarding legends concerning the early years of Ursuline Academy

We Don't Like It But We'll Live There: The Conflict Between Stated Opinion and Action Regarding Nuclear Facilities

I examine the difference in public opinion between those living in the communities nearnuclear facilities and those living farther away in multiple ways. First, I measure thisquantitatively through analysis of two public opinion data sets: the General Social Survey is used to explore if/how basic public opinion (pro-nuclear versus anti-nuclear) can be predicted based on individual demographics. In other words, it is used to attempt to define who is most likely to express positive (negative) opinion. The Energy Survey 2008 conducted by Knowledge Networks for the American Clean Skies Foundation is used to explore public opinion regarding nuclear facilities in a more in-depth fashion via a series of questions focusing on harm, expense, amount of use, and willingness to live near nuclear facilities. Additionally, I measure expressed public opinion qualitatively through content analysis of newspaper articles and editorials published in the communities around nuclear facilities. I also analyze the transcripts of town hall meetings that took place (or are taking place) for each facility during the licensing process. Overall, this research attempts to explain the difference in public opinion concerning nuclear facilities by those living close to and far from them. Combined, the qualitative and quantitative portions of this research will allow for the development of a more complete view of the public opinion surrounding nuclear facilities, the factors that influence this opinion, and how this opinion changes over time. It will also allow for a move toward an explanation of why the communities around nuclear facilities grow in population, despite vehemently expressed negative sentiments. This research will lead to a better understanding of the true determinants of opinion regarding nuclear facilities and will suggest how decision makers can use this new understanding during the policy development stages of nuclearprojects

Archaeological Testing at Rancho de las Cabras, Wilson County, Texas, Third Season

An analysis of the 1982 field season activities at Rancho de las Cabras (41 WN 30) is presented in this report. Additional data concerning structural details and construction activities at the site are presented. The results of further archival research provide additional information concerning the history of the Rancho de las Cabras site, its relationship to Mission Espada, and the adjacent landowners. An expanded genealogy is presented of the Calvillo and Delgado families, both intimately connected to Rancho de las Cabras. Recommendations are made for further work at the site

Archaeological Testing at Rancho de las Cabras Wilson County, Texas Third Season

An analysis of the 1982 field season activities at Rancho de las Cabras (41 WN 30) is presented in this report. Additional data concerning structural details and construction activities at the site are presented. The results of further archival research provide additional information concerning the history of the Rancho de las Cabras site, its relationship to Mission Espada, and the adjacent landowners. An expanded genealogy is presented of the Calvillo and Delgado families, both intimately connected to Rancho de las Cabras. Recommendations are made for further work at the site

Archaeology of the Brasada: A Cultural Resources Assessment of the Chevron Resources Company Properties in Northeastern Duval County, Texas

Within the past decade, cultural resource management has become an increasingly significant aspect of archaeological investigations in southern Texas. Twenty-five new sites were identified, recorded, and assessed as the result of a 4000-acre cultural resources survey in northeastern Duval County, southern Texas, by the Center for Archaeological Research, The University of Texas at San Antonio, from October to December 1981. The investigations were carried out under the requirements and guidelines of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, as amended, the Vernon Texas Civil Statute 4590f, as amended, and the Guidelines for Archeological Investigations of Mining Areas in Texas (Texas Historical Commission 1981)

Associations between meeting sleep, physical activity or screen time behaviour guidelines and academic performance in Australian school children

Background: Current guidelines suggest too little sleep, too little physical activity, and too much sedentary time are associated with poor health outcomes. These behaviours may also influence academic performance in school children. The primary purpose of this study was to examine the relationships between sleep, physical activity, or sedentary behaviours and academic performance in a school with a well-developed and integrated technology use and well-being program. Methods: This was a cross-sectional survey of students (n = 934, Grades 5-12) in an Australian school with a bring-your-own device (tablet or laptop computer) policy. Students reported sleep, physical activity, and sedentary (screen and non-screen) behaviours. Academic performance was obtained from school records. Linear regressions were used to test the association between behaviours and academic performance outcomes. Results: Seventy-four percent of students met sleep guidelines (9 to 11 h for children 5-13 years and 8 to 10 h for 14-17 year olds), 21% met physical activity guidelines (60 min of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity every day), and 15% met screen time guidelines (no more than 2 h recreational screen time per day); only 2% met all three. There were no associations between meeting sleep guidelines and academic performance; however later weekend bedtimes were associated with poorer academic performance (- 3.4 points on the Average Academic Index, 95%CI: - 5.0, - 1.7, p <.001). There were no associations between meeting physical activity guidelines and academic performance. Meeting screen guidelines was associated with higher Average Academic Index (5.8, 95%CI: 3.6, 8.0, p <.001), Maths 7.9, 95%CI: 4.1, 11.6, p <.001) and English scores (3.8, 95%CI: 1.8, 5.8, p <.001) and higher time in sedentary behaviours was associated with poorer academic performance, including total sedentary behaviours in hrs/day (5.8 points on Average Academic Index, 95%CI: 3.6, 8.0, p <.001. Meeting at least two of the three behaviour guidelines was associated with better academic performance. Conclusions: Sleep and sedentary behaviours were linked to academic performance. School communities should emphasize comprehensive wellness strategies to address multiple behaviours to maximize student health and academic success

Archaeological Investigations of Areas Slated for Expansion at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, San Antonio, Texas

During April 1982, archaeologists from the Center for Archaeological Research I at The University of Texas at San Antonio conducted a cultural resource survey and evaluation of 31.68 acres slated as an expansion area for the Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio, Texas. This was accomplished through two research methods: (1) a literature and archival search supplemented by interviews of knowledgeable persons; followed by (2) a planned subsurface archaeological testing program. One badly disturbed prehistoric site (41 BX 346) of unknown function and unknown chronological association was discovered as a result of these activities. Because the site is so severely mixed and displaced, it is not considered a significant cultural resource, and no further work is recommended. The legal basis for this cultural resource survey and evaluation is described in the federal legislation of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, as amended, the Archeological and Historical Preservation Act of 1974 and Executive Order 11593