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Accrual Anomaly and Idiosyncratic Risk: International Evidence

In this study, we show that accrual abnormal returns are positively correlated to idiosyncratic risk in international equity markets. In addition, we find that idiosyncratic risk has less impact on accrual abnormal returns for developed countries than emerging countries. Our results are robust to different model selections, such as portfolio approach and regression analysis, across countries. Our results support the mispricing explanation of accrual anomaly around the world.
Motivation, Organizational Factors, and Leadership Practices How to Improve Teaching Practices : The Role of Teacher

Purpose: Although it is expected that building schoolwide capacity for teacher learning will improve teaching practices, there is little systematic evidence to support this claim. This study aimed to examine the relative impact of transformational leadership practices, school organizational conditions, teacher motivational factors, and teacher learning on teaching practices. Research Design: Data were collected from a survey of 502 teachers from 32 elementary schools in the Netherlands. A structural model was tested on the within-school covariance matrix and a chi-square test taking into account nonindependence of observations. Findings: Results suggest that teachers’ engagement in professional learning activities, in particular experimenting 1University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands 2University of Twente, Enschede, Netherlands 3Windesheim University of Applied Sciences, Zwolle, Netherlands Corresponding Author: Erik E. J. Thoonen, University of Amsterdam, Department of Education, P.O. Box 94208, 1090 GE Amsterdam, Netherlands Email: E.E. J.Thoonen@uva.nl by guest on January 1, 2012 eaq.sagepub. com Downloaded from
Tangential radiotherapy and electron beam intraoperative radiotherapy in pregnancy associated breast cancer

Pregnancy-associated breast cancer (PABC) is defined as breast cancer occurring at any time during pregnancy or lactation, or diagnosed within one year post-delivery. The diagnostic procedure should not impact the development of the fetus, but effective therapeutic treatment must take into account the possible effects of the therapy as well as the time required for development of the fetus. A diagnosis of cancer during pregnancy increases the complexity of not only the pregnancy, but also of the cancer treatment. Currently available data does indicate, however, that the pregnant patient diagnosed with breast cancer should receive optimal multidisciplinary treatment. The established therapeutic approach in pregnant women with breast cancer is problematic and not well developed. The main problem is the effect of the drugs on the developing fetus, including the possibility of later complications following exposure to anticancer drugs. Surgical resection is the mainstay of treatment for early breast cancer diagnosed during pregnancy. It is worth noting that breast-sparing surgery is not contraindicated in the first trimester of pregnancy, but because of the potential consequences of delaying radiotherapy, rarely used.
Gender inequality, technological progress, and the demographic transition

This paper proposes a new mechanism linking technology, the gender gap in education, and fertility in a growth model in order to explain the long run transition from stagnation to modern sustained growth, through the demographic transition, and the accompanying improvements in gender equality in education and income. The mechanism includes three main components. First, increases in the level of technology not only increase the return to human capital but also reduce women's time in doing housework, leaving women with more time for child care and labor-force participation, since technological progress creates labour-saving products for doing housework. Second, the decreases in women's time devoted to housework in the future make households today invest relatively less in education for their sons in order to invest more in education for their daughters because the marginal return to female education is higher than that to male education, therefore, improving the gender equality in education. Third, the better gender equality in education, in turn, accelerates the technological progress. This positive feedback loop generates a demographic transition accompanied with accelerated economic growth.
The effects of a monetary policy shock: Evidence from India

This paper empirically investigates the transmission of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)'s monetary policy at a time when multiple indicator approaches are popular, using a structural VAR approach. We find that non-recursive zero restrictions must be imposed on the contemporaneous structural parameters to identify a monetary policy shock and that the RBI regards the current value of money as the centered information variable of the monetary policy, though exercising leverage over the real interest rate.
Male and Female Social Actor Representation in Four Corners 4: A Critical Discourse Perspective

This study aims at investigating the linguistic representation of male and female social actors in the Four Corners 4 textbook, drawing on CDA. More specifically, van Leeuwen’s (1996) framework, which highlights the connection of linguistic and social practices, is used as the analytical framework to examine gendered social actors in this English language teaching (ELT) textbook. To this end, content analysis was done to explore the frequency and proportion of each social actor. Quantitative and qualitative data analysis showed that there were some differences, though not statistically significant, between males and females regarding substitution, individualization, and activation. Males, in contrast with females, were included more as active and famous actors in social circumstances and they were more individualized. In addition, they were more activated through circumstantialization and participation. On the other hand, the case of formalization was mostly observed for males. Moreover, males and females were distributed equally in the textbook in terms of classification, genericization, and collectivization. The results reveal that the gender bias still exists, though to a small degree, in this ELT textbook, which is taught as a substitution for the previous ELT textbooks in
New Media and Market Competition: A Niche Analysis of Television News, Electronic News, and Newspaper News in Taiwan

With the rapid development of communication technologies, Taiwan's news market has undergone a great transformation. Adopting niche theory from organizational ecology, this study analyzed competition among three news media in Taiwan. A telephone survey was conducted to examine the level of perceived gratification provided by television news, electronic news, and newspaper news. The findings showed that strong competition exists between newspapers and television news, and that television news has gained superiority over newspapers.
Emerging Equity Markets - Growth, Benefits, and Policy Concerns

Since the mid-1980s, stock market activity has increased substantially in many developing countries. This article first examines the main characteristics of emerging stock markets and illustrates the evolution of equity prices in these markets during the last decade. It then discusses the reasons for the markets' growth and assesses the extent to which they have been affected by domestic policies and external factors. The authors discuss the likely benefits of these markets, the effects any abrupt correction in stock prices could have for the economy, and the ways in which these markets can be made more efficient. Copyright 1995 by Oxford University Press.
Pressure Effects in the Spinal Canal During Whiplash Extension Motion - A Possible Cause of Injury to the Cervical Spinal Ganglia

impact-velocities (<20 km/h) often cause pain in the neck region as well as a number of other neurological symptoms, most of which can be related to the nerve paths that pass through the cervical intervertebral foramina. When the neck is flexed or extended in the sagittal plane the length of the cervical spinal canal alters but the cross-sectional area of the canal remains almost constant. During flexion-extension motion of the cervical spine, the size of the inner volume of the spinal canal will change. Since the tissues inside the canal can be considered incompressible, an alteration will take place of either the amount of cerebro spinal fluid or the amount of blood in the veinplexa of the epidural space, or both. This requires fluid transportation through the intervertebral foramina as well as along the spinal canal. During a whiplash extension motion, the flow velocity can be expected to rise far above physiologically normal levels and pressure gradients can thus be expected to occur. In turn, the soft tissues inside and around the cervical spine and particularly in the intervertebral foramina will sustain mechanical strain and stress. Anaesthetised pigs were exposed to a swift extension-flexion motion of the neck while the pressure inside the spinal canal and the skull was measured. Pressure pulses of magnitudes up to 150 mmHg (20 kPa) were observed during the motion. The magnitude of pressure is for each moment dependent on the position of the neck, the velocity and the acceleration of the motion. Plasma membrane dysfunction was indicated by the results from light microscopic analyses of the cervical and the three upper thoracic spinal ganglia revealing the staining of nerve cells and satellite cells by protein complexed to the Evans Blue dye.
Effect of Botanical Probiotic Containing Lactobacilli on Growth Performance and Populations of Bacteria in the Ceca, Cloaca, and Carcass Rinse of Broiler Chickens

This study was conducted to examine the effect of feeding a botanical probiotic (Feed FreeTM) containing Lactobacillus on growth performance of broiler chickens from 1 to 42 d of age. At 56 d, five broilers per pen were killed and processed to determine bacteria populations in the ceca, cloaca, and carcass rinse. The dietary treatments were the basal diet with coccidiostat and antibiotic (control), basal diet without coccidiostat and antibiotic (negative control) and basal diet supplemented with 0.10% probiotic. The results showed that body weights and average weight gain were not different (P > 0.05) due to treatment. Feed intake and feed to gain ratio from 22 to 42 d of age were lower (P < 0.001) for broilers fed 0.10% probiotic than broilers fed the control diets. The population of Lactobacilli recovered from cloaca contents was higher (P < 0.002) and the population of Clostridium perfringens recovered from cloaca contents was lower (P < 0.02) for broilers fed the 0.10% probiotic diet than for those fed the control diets. The population C. jejuni recovered from carcass rinses for broilers fed the diet supplemented with the probiotic tended (P < 0.11) to be lower when compared to the negative control. These results suggest that diets supplemented with the botanical probiotic containing Lactobacillus supports growth for broilers similar to the basal diet supplemented with antibiotic and coccidiostat, and with lower feed to gain ratio. Also, the botanical probiotic may reduce C. perfringens and C. jejuni in market-age broilers.
Genome size rather than content might affect call properties in toads of three ploidy levels (Anura: Bufonidae: Bufo viridis subgroup)

In vertebrates, genome size has been shown to correlate with nuclear and cell sizes, and influences phenotypic features, such as brain complexity. In three different anuran families, advertisement calls of polyploids exhibit longer notes and intervals than diploids, and difference in cellular dimensions have been hypothesized to cause these modifications. We investigated this phenomenon in green toads (Bufo viridis subgroup) of three ploidy levels, in a different call type (release calls) that may evolve independently from advertisement calls, examining 1205 calls, from ten species, subspecies, and hybrid forms. Significant differences between pulse rates of six diploid and four polyploid (3n, 4n) green toad forms across a range of temperatures from 7 to 27 °C were found. Laboratory data supported differences in pulse rates of triploids vs. tetraploids, but failed to reach significance when including field recordings. This study supports the idea that genome size, irrespective of call type, phylogenetic context, and geographical background, might affect call properties in anurans and suggests a common principle governing this relationship. The nuclear-cell size ratio, affected by genome size, seems the most plausible explanation. However, we cannot rule out hypotheses under which call-influencing genes from an unexamined diploid ancestral species might also affect call properties in the hybrid-origin polyploids.
The Impact of Hrm Practices on Km: A Conceptual Model

s: This paper outlines how HRM practices (selective hiring, recognition and reward, performance appraisal, self-managed team and extensive training) can enhance the firm's levels of knowledge acquisition, sharing and application. A conceptual model was proposed to examine the relationship between human resource management practices and knowledge management. This model is expected to provide a strategic map that could be utilized by the practitioners and managers so that the initiated KM practices can be more effective in contributing to the overall organizational performance.
Using Apparent Density of Paper from Hardwood Kraft Pulps to Predict Sheet Properties, based on Unsupervised Classification and Multivariable Regression Techniques

Paper properties determine the product application potential and depend on the raw material, pulping conditions, and pulp refining. The aim of this study was to construct mathematical models that predict quantitative relations between the paper density and various mechanical and optical properties of the paper. A dataset of properties of paper handsheets produced with pulps of Acacia dealbata, Acacia melanoxylon, and Eucalyptus globulus beaten at 500, 2500, and 4500 revolutions was used. Unsupervised classification techniques were combined to assess the need to perform separated prediction models for each species, and multivariable regression techniques were used to establish such prediction models. It was possible to develop models with a high goodness of fit using paper density as the independent variable (or predictor) for all variables except tear index and zero-span tensile strength, both dry and wet.
Developing research based learning to increase students’ entrepreneurial interest

The aim of research was to develop research-based learning models to increase students’ entrepreneurial interest in State University of Padang. It was begun by doing the related surveys for current situation of entrepreneurial teachingdid not provide yetthe knowledge and students’ entrepreneurial expectations. For that reason need a research-based learning to empower student’s strategy in the field of real business as well as to improve students’ self-evaluation in enhancing their ability to take the business opportunity as the manifestation of the entrepreneurship course. This research used research and development method with Triangulation Mixed Method Design. Updating of the models was done by doing the curriculum assessment with specialists and practitioners. The collection of the data used questionnaires, interviews, documentary studies, training and mentoring as well as Focus Group Discussion (FGD). Quantitative data were analyzed by using an experimental model by using independent t-test. The experimental results on the three classes showed that research-based learning models can give positive impact to students’ entrepreneurial interest and this model had qualified and allowable to be used as teaching materials for entrepreneurship courses at the Education Faculty of State University of Padang.The developed model was expected become a feasible choice by entrepreneurshiplecturers to the implementation of entrepreneurship course for university students at faculty of Education in State University of Padang.
Design and performance of an automatic regenerating adsorption aerosol dryer for continuous operation at monitoring sites

Abstract. Sizes of aerosol particles depend on the relative humidity of their carrier gas. Most monitoring networks require therefore that the aerosol is dried to a relative humidity below 50% r.H. to ensure comparability of measurements at different sites. Commercially available aerosol dryers are often not suitable for this purpose at remote monitoring sites. Adsorption dryers need to be regenerated frequently and maintenance-free single column Nafion dryers are not designed for high aerosol flow rates. We therefore developed an automatic regenerating adsorption aerosol dryer with a design flow rate of 1 m3/h. Particle transmission efficiency of this dryer has been determined during a 3 week experiment. The lower 50% cut-off was found to be smaller than 3 nm at the design flow rate of the instrument. Measured transmission efficiencies are in good agreement with theoretical calculations. One dryer has been successfully deployed in the Amazon river basin. We present data from this monitoring site for the first 6 months of measurements (February 2008–August 2008). Apart from one unscheduled service, this dryer did not require any maintenance during this time period. The average relative humidity of the dried aerosol was 27.1+/−7.5% r.H. compared to an average ambient relative humidity of nearly 80% and temperatures around 30°C. This initial deployment demonstrated that these dryers are well suitable for continuous operation at remote monitoring sites under adverse ambient conditions.
The influence of involvement in a widening participation outreach program on student ambassadors’ retention and success

This article examines university student involvement in programs aimed at widening higher education participation. Studies have demonstrated that prospective students from low-socioeconomic backgrounds benefit from interaction with tertiary role models, while university student benefits include graduate capability development. This article contributes to understanding the benefits of university student involvement in widening participation programs by exploring their influence on retention and success. This is timely as the Australian higher education sector is increasingly focused on improving student outcomes. A survey of student ambassadors, based on Kahu and Nelson’s (2018) conceptual framework of ‘mediating mechanisms’ that influence student outcomes, indicates that the role positively influences students’ retention and success. This article also increases institutional understanding of university students’ perspectives and demonstrates the potential usefulness of Kahu and Nelson’s framework when examining the extent to which specific initiatives influence student outcomes.
Countability and confusion: Helping students with English as an additional language to understand the English article system

Academic language and learning (ALL) practitioners are frequently asked by students for help with English grammar, but are not equipped to answer questions in detail. This study examines an explanation of the English article system (a/an/the) for adult high intermediate level university students (average IELTS score 5.5) with English as an Additional Language (EAL). The aim was to inform ALL practice by determining which articles are most difficult for EAL students to use correctly. Participants (n = 297) were given a pretest from which twenty articles had been deleted, followed by a teaching session and a posttest. A comparison of pre- and posttest scores indicated some improvement in definite and indefinite article usage, although the indefinite article was more problematic than the definite article. It is recommended that ALL practioners working with upper intermediate level students concentrate on countability, first use indefinite articles and the correct use of the definite article followed by ‘of’ or a relative clause. Occasions when nouns are not preceded by articles should also be highlighted. The study challenges ALL advisors to investigate particular problems in other areas of English grammar in order to understand their students’ difficulties and provide better ALL support.
Identification of Market Power in the Hungarian Dairy Industry: A Plant-Level Analysis

Abstract The objective of this paper is to provide an alternative model which can be used to test for oligopsony market power applying plant-level data. For this purpose, we took into account empirical studies and specific developments in the Hungarian dairy industry and specified a model that provides useful benchmarks for an econometric test of market power. The results of the econometric analysis show that the effects from policy changes in Hungary, as well as from plant specific issues are highly statistically significant, and produce evidence suggesting the exercise of oligopsony market power in the Hungarian dairy industry.
Stabilization of Discrete-Time Markovian Jump Systems via Controllers with Partially Mode-Dependent Characterization

A kind of stabilizing controller in terms of being partially mode-dependent is developed for discrete-time Markovian jump systems (MJSs). The property referred to be partially mode-dependent is described by the Bernoulli variable. Based on the established model, the stabilization for MJSs over unreliable networks is considered, where both network-induced delay and packet dropout take place in system modes and states. Such effects of network are taken into account in controller design. All the conditions are derived in terms of linear matrix inequalities (LMIs). Finally, illustrative examples are presented to show the effectiveness and applicability of the proposed method.
Oxygen isotope variability in snow from western Dronning Maud Land, Antarctica and its relation to temperature

This paper presents δ18O records from snow pits from four locations in Dronning Maud Land, Antarctica that contain at least four annual cycles. The aim of the study was to analyse in detail these records as well as the prevailing temperatures during accumulation in order to infer to what extent isotopic composition in this area can be interpreted as temperature information. The original seasonal amplitudes of the isotope records were reconstructed by use of a simple back-diffusion model. Automatic weather station data were used to describe the accumulation history and the near-surface temperatures; the temperatures at the atmospheric level of snow formation were inferred from a regional climate model. The results show that the strongly intermittent nature of the accumulation in this area can result in the exclusion of entire seasons from the isotope records. The temperature records also reveal that the oxygen isotope records in these snow pits are biased towards higher temperatures, since snowfall conditions are associated with higher temperatures. This effect is greatest at low temperatures. A comparison between the seasonal extreme isotopic and temperature values points out that on timescales of seasons to several years, isotopic variability cannot be interpreted with confidence as temperature changes at the accumulation sites.