Münster University of Applied Sciences

About: Münster University of Applied Sciences is a education organization based out in Münster, Germany. It is known for research contribution in the topics: Luminescence & Laser. The organization has 694 authors who have published 1067 publications receiving 12597 citations.

Gemeindepsychiatrische Ansätze zur Vermeidung der Unterbringung in geschlossenen Heimen – eine Positionsbestimmung

Abstract: Die Unterbringung von Menschen mit psychischen Storungen in geschlossenen Heimen ist in vielen Fallen Ausdruck mangelnder alternativer Versorgungsangebote. In dem Spannungsfeld zwischen dem Bedurfnis nach Sicherung bei chronisch selbstgefahrdendem Verhalten, rezidivierender akutpsychiatrischer Krisenintervention und mangelnder Perspektive, eine dauerhafte Therapie zu etablieren, wird vielerorts eine betreuungsrechtlich genehmigte Unterbringung in einem geschlossenen Heim durchgefuhrt. Welche Alternativen zur geschlossenen Heimunterbringung im gemeindepsychiatrischen Versorgungssystem gibt es in Deutschland? Unter Berucksichtigung einschlagiger Literatur wurde ein Diskussionsprozess in einer Expertengruppe trialogisch unter Beteiligung von Organisationen der Betroffenen und Angehorigen durchgefuhrt. Das gemeindepsychiatrische Versorgungssystem in Deutschland ist extrem heterogen. Das zergliederte sozialrechtliche und Finanzierungssystem erschwert eine sektorenubergreifende und kontinuierliche Versorgungsplanung und Leistungserbringung. Passgenaue und individuelle Leistungen, die eine geschlossene Heimunterbringung der betroffenen Personen verhindern konnten, gibt es in Deutschland nur an wenigen Standorten und in Form einzelner Modellprojekte. Die angesprochenen strukturellen und leistungsrechtlichen Defizite erfordern eine Reform der Rahmenbedingungen und ein Umdenken aller beteiligten Akteure, einschlieslich der Kliniken. Alternative Ansatze zur Versorgung von Menschen mit schweren psychischen Storungen werden skizziert, darunter das Weddinger Modell, verbindliche gemeindepsychiatrische Strukturen, das funktionale Basismodell und Assistenzleistungen im Sozialgesetzbuch (SGB) IX infolge der Neuregelungen des Bundesteilhabegesetzes (BTHG).

Superstructure formation in SrBa8[BN2]6 and EuBa8[BN2]6.

Abstract: X-ray pure samples of SrBa8[BN2]6 and EuBa8[BN2]6 were synthesized from appropriate amounts of binary nitrides (Sr3N2, Ba3N2 and BN in sealed niobium ampoules and EuN, Ba3N2 and BN in BN crucibles, respectively) at temperatures up to 1370 K. The structure of SrBa8[BN2]6 was refined from single crystal X-ray diffractometer data: Fdm, a = 1595.1(1) pm, wR(F2) = 0.0515, 387 F2 values and 21 variables. EuBa8[BN2]6 has a lattice parameter of 1595.00(9) pm. Both nitridoborates adopt a new 2 × 2 × 2 superstructure variant of the LiCa4[BN2]3 type, realized through ordering of vacancies and Sr2+ and Eu2+ cations, respectively. The structures of SrBa8[BN2]6 and LiCa4[BN2]3 are related by a group–subgroup scheme. The Sr2+/vacancy ordering leads to an asymmetric coordination (1 × Sr2+ and 8 × Ba2+ in a distorted, mono-capped square prism) for the [BN2]3− units with B–N distances of 132 and 136 pm. Vibrational spectra of SrBa8[BN2]6 and EuBa8[BN2]6 confirm the discrete linear [BN2]3− units and 11B solid state MAS NMR spectra are compatible with single crystallographic sites for the boron atoms. In EuBa8[BN2]6 the spectra are profoundly influenced by interactions of the 11B nuclei with the unpaired electrons of the paramagnetic Eu2+ ions.

A new insole measurement system to detect bending and torsional moments at the human foot during footwear condition: a technical report

Abstract: Stress occurring at the feet while wearing footwear is often determined using pressure measurement systems. However, other forms of stress, such as bending, torsional and shear loadings, cannot be detected in shoes during day-to-day activities. Nevertheless, the detection of these types of stresses would be helpful for understanding the mechanical aspects of various kinds of hard and soft tissue injuries. Therefore, we describe the development of a new measuring device that allows the reliable determination of bending and torsional load at the foot in shoes. The system consists of a measuring insole and an analogue device with Bluetooth interface. The specific shape of the insole base layer, the positions of the strain gauges, and the interconnections between them have all been selected in such a way so as to isolate bending and torsional moment detections in the medial and lateral metatarsal region. The system was calibrated using a classical two-point test procedure. A single case study was executed to evaluate the new device for practical use. This application consisted of one subject wearing neutral shoes walking on a treadmill. The calibration results (coefficients of determination R2 > 0.999) show that bending and torsional load can be reliably detected using the measurement system presented. In the single case study, alternating bending and torsional load can be detected during walking, and the shape of the detected bending moments can be confirmed by the measurements of Arndt et al. (J Biomech 35:621–8, 2002). Despite some limitations, the presented device allows for the reliable determination of bending and torsional stresses at the foot in shoes.

Comparison of Cleaning Methods for Stained Glass Windows

Abstract: Any cleaning process for stained glass windows has to consider the effectiveness of the treatment but also the potential damage for the art object. A variety of mechanical and chemical methods is currently used in restoration practice. The most effective ones are criticized because of their long-term risks. Therefore, an interdisciplinary research project, carried out in Germany and funded by the “Deutsche Bundesstiftung Umwelt (DBU)” had explored the possibilities and limits of lasers for cleaning glass windows. At previous LACONA conferences the Excimer Laser equipment and results from the research project have been presented. This contribution puts the cleaning experiments in a broader context, by comparing lasers with conventional techniques. Scientific and practical aspects will be discussed, focussing on the removal of crust and aged polymers.