Scientific, Technical and Economic Committee for Fisheries (STECF) - Report of the SGMED-10-01 Working Group on Preparation of assessment process

SGMED-10-01 meeting was held on 22-26 March 2010 in Barcelona (Spain). The meeting was dedicated to the preparation of the stock assessment process for the Mediterranean stocks and fisheries to be implemented during 2010.STECF reviewed the report during its Plenary meeting on 26-30 April in Norwich.JRC.DG.G.4-Maritime affair

Prevalence of suicidality in the European General Population: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Objective: To conduct a systematic review and meta-analysis of the prevalence and variability in suicidality in the general adult population of Europe between 2008 and 2017. Methods: Studies containing original data on suicidality were identified in five electronic databases. Point, 12-month and lifetime prevalences were calculated for various types of suicidality. Pooled prevalence rates were calculated using a random effects model. Subgroup analysis and multivariate meta-regression were also performed. Results: We identified 24 papers containing original data, which provided 97 prevalence rates for suicidality. The pooled point prevalence rate was 3.96% (2.37–5.56), pooled 12-month prevalence 2.9% (1.49–4.32), and pooled lifetime prevalence 5.55% (4.31–6.79). The subgroup analysis showed that lifetime prevalence figures for wishing to be dead and suicidal ideation were higher in areas with a population of less than 3,849 inhabitants and in Eastern Europe. Finally, the multivariate meta-regression showed differences with respect to the period and type of suicidality, lower and upper age thresholds, population size, and study area. Conclusion: Our data showed that approximately 21% of European individuals have wished to be dead at some point during their lifetime. Studies like this are necessary to highlight the need for efforts to prevent and intervene in suicidality

Analysis of a wingtip vortex using Higher Order Dynamical Mode Decomposition

Wingtip vortices are a key element to take into account in the design of any aerial vehicle and the planning of takeoff and landing operations on large-scale airports. In this project, we study the wingtip vortex generated by a wing model in a controlled environment. Specifically, the flow velocity field measured in the wake of a NACA0012 model is analyzed using Higher Order Dynamical Mode Decomposition (HODMD) [1]. That velocity field was obtained using the PIV technique in a towing tank at University of Málaga at a moderate Reynolds number of 40,000. By using HODMD we were able to extract the modes that capture the dissipation of the vortex and characterize its temporal decay. These modes are crucial for the analysis of any element designed to decrease the vortex intensity. These devices, active and passive, are vital in any modern aeronautical application.Universidad de Málaga. Campus de Excelencia Internacional Andalucía Tech

“Pa’ cuando oigás este tango”: Musicological Contributions to the Study of Tango Song of Alfredo “Tape” Rubín in the XXI Century

En este texto, intentaré establecer cuatro ejes principales en el estudio de la trayectoria creativa de Alfredo “Tape” Rubín (compositor, poeta, guitarrista y cantautor argentino). Referente indispensable en gran parte del desarrollo musical del nuevo tango, debido a las numerosas versiones que se han gestado a partir de sus composiciones, abordaré, en primer lugar, su faceta como cantautor de una nueva evocación tanguera, a partir de la búsqueda de los rasgos comunes a una tradición criolla gardeliana. Como segundo eje, exploraré en el contenido y significación de sus letras, posibles de generar tanto expresiones reales y metafóricas de la ciudad, como la manifestación ontológica de una dialéctica de la identidad/alteridad porteña. En tercer lugar, se expondré la factura de sus composiciones, cuyo formato tradicional de cantor con acompañamiento de guitarras se desenvuelve en un lenguaje renovado complejo, que revela procedimientos específicos en el tratamiento de la melodía y la armonía. Por último, expondré algunas posibilidades hermenéuticas para un análisis de las dimensiones que adquiere la práctica de la versión desde sus canciones.In this text, I will try to establish four main axes in the study of the creative career of Alfredo “Tape” Rubín (Argentine composer, poet, guitarist and singersongwriter). An indispensable reference in much of the musical development of the new tango, due to the numerous versions that have been created from his compositions, I will first address his role as singer-songwriter of a new tango evocation, based on the search for traits common to a Creole Gardelian tradition. As a second axis, I will explore the content and meaning of its lyrics, which are likely to generate both real and metaphorical expressions of the city, as well as the ontological manifestation of a dialectic of Buenos Aires identity/alterity. In the third place, the invoice of his compositions will be exhibited, whose traditional format of cantor accompanied by guitars unfolds in a complex renewed language, which reveals specific procedures in the treatment of melody and harmony. Finally, I will expose some hermeneutic possibilities for an analysis of the dimensions that the practice of covering acquires from its songs.Asociación Argentina de MusicologíaFacultad de ArtesInstituto Nacional de Musicología "Carlos Vega

POD analysis of temporal flow patterns in different regimes

Proper Orthogonal Decomposition (POD) has been used broadly in analyzing turbulent flows at high Reynolds numbers, such as flow in a pipe. However, there exists a lack of knowledge in analyzing some other regimes which contain interesting temporal behaviors. We present two study cases with completely different flow regimes showing the advantages of analyzing them using POD. First, we describe an application in creeping flow (very low Reynolds number) in Non-Newtonian fluids. POD helps characterize the different bifurcations of the flow directly related to the movement of stagnation points of the problem. We have also proved the efficiency of this method to store data recovering 90% of the temporal evolution with only a few geometric modes (time-independent) and some temporal modes, which are a single value for each time. Second, we analyze experimental data of a wing tip vortex at moderate Reynolds numbers. The possible attenuation of this kind of vortices is a key criterion for any airport design. By using POD, we were able to describe the vortex and isolate a mode representing the global attenuation of the vortex.Universidad de Málaga. Campus de Excelencia Internacional Andalucía Tech

Crystal structure dependence of the energy transfer from tb(III) to yb(III) in metal–organic frameworks based in bispyrazolylpyridines

Luminescent mixed lanthanide metal−organic framwork (MOF) materials have been prepared from two polyheterocyclic diacid ligands, 2,6-bis(3-carboxy-1-pyrazolyl)pyridine and 2,6- bis(4-carboxy-1-pyrazolyl)pyridine. The crystal structures of the two organic molecules are presented together with the structures for the MOFs obtained by hydrothermal synthesis either with Yb(III) or mixed Tb(III)/Yb(III) ions. Different coordination architectures result from each ligand, revealing also important differences between the lanthanides. The mixed lanthanide metal−organic frameworks also present diverse luminescent behavior; in the case of 2,6-bis(4-carboxy-1- pyrazolyl)pyridine, where no coordinated water is present in the metal environment, Tb(III) and Yb(III) characteristic emission is observed by excitation of the bispyrazolylpyridine chromophoreThe research leading to these results has received funding from ERCROS S.A. (Aranjuez, Spain

Homeostatic Plasticity and Therapeutic Approaches in Neurodegeneration

The synapses transmit signals between neurons in an ever-changing fashion. Changes of synaptic transmission arise from numerous mechanisms known as synaptic plasticity. The importance and complexity of the synapse has fueled research into the molecular mechanisms underlying synaptogenesis, synaptic transmission, and plasticity. Particularly, homeostatic plasticity refers to the local changes in synaptic activation to generate local synaptic adaptations and network-wide changes in activity to generate adjustments between excitation and inhibition. This review chapter will focus on synaptic phenomena and mechanisms that are likely to contribute to network homeostasis. In addition, it will be discussed a putative modulation of the signaling mechanisms serving a homeostatic function as a viable therapeutic approach for disease modification in neurological and neurodegenerative disorders. To sum up, the main role of the following players in homeostatic plasticity will be analyzed, based on what a growing body of evidence has suggested recently: BDNF-mediated TrkB system activation; adenosine modulation system; nitric oxide/soluble GC/cGMP signaling; astrocyte involvement—astroglial CB1 receptors; the microtubule-associated neuronal protein Tau; the signaling pathway of the Wnt protein family; extracellular vesicles in the intercellular communication; and estrogen involvement in non-reproductive functions

El liderazgo de las mujeres en la política: una perspectiva contemporánea

Aquesta recerca analitza el lideratge de les dones a la política espanyola des d'una perspectiva feminista, amb el compromís de millorar la seva situació, facilitant amb aquesta tesi doctoral el camí a les que vulguin aspirar a ser líders. I ho fa des de l'opinió de persones que coneixen la matèria i des de les veus de polítiques que reflexionen sobre la seva trajectòria i experiència. A la primera part d'aquesta investigació es contextualitza l'impuls de la participació política de les dones des d'una perspectiva contemporània. I s'analitza el concepte de lideratge des de tres dimensions: la representativitat, els mitjans de comunicació i les campanyes electorals. A la segona part de la recerca, es desenvolupa la metodologia de recerca emprada. És un doble enfocament exploratori. Per a les dues fases de l'estudi s'ha escollit com a prioritària la tècnica de la recerca qualitativa. En tots dos casos, la mostra és intencional no probabilística.La presente investigación analiza el liderazgo de las mujeres en la política española desde una perspectiva feminista, con el compromiso de mejorar su situación, facilitando con esta tesis doctoral el camino a quienes quieran aspirar a ser líderes. Y lo hace desde la opinión de personas que conocen la materia y desde las voces de políticas que reflexionan sobre su trayectoria y su experiencia. En la primera parte de esta investigación se contextualiza el impulso de la participación política de las mujeres desde una perspectiva contemporánea. Y se analiza el concepto de liderazgo desde tres dimensiones: la representatividad, los medios de comunicación y las campañas electorales. En la segunda parte, se desarrolla la metodología de investigación empleada. Se trata de un doble enfoque exploratorio. Para ambas fases del estudio se ha escogido como prioritaria la técnica de la investigación cualitativa. En los dos casos, muestra es intencional no probabilística.This research analyses the leadership of women in Spanish politics. It does so from a feminist perspective, with the commitment to improving their situation and facilitating with this doctoral thesis the path for those who aspire to be leaders. And it does so from the opinion of people who know the subject and from the political voices who reflect on their trajectory and experience. In the first part of this research, the promotion of women's political participation is contextualised from a contemporary perspective. And the notion of leadership is analysed from three dimensions: representativeness, media, and electoral campaigns. In the second part, the research methodology applied is further developed, using a double exploratory approach. For both phases of the study, the qualitative research technique has been chosen as a priority. In both cases, the sample is intentionally non-probabilistic. The concept of leadership has been deeply analysed from the localised variables identified in the results: equality; representativeness; what role do political parties, the media and social networks play; how electoral campaigns influence; what is the political participation of women from a gender perspective; the transformation of our cultural model; the obstacles that prevent reaching leadership positions; and what steps can be taken to encourage women's leadership in politics