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The Influence of Kobe Bryant as an Endorser and Subjective Norms on Consumer Purchase Intentions for Nike Basketball Shoes

Advances in information and communication technology have made it easier for public figures, such as the late Kobe Bryant, a basketball star from the United States, to be recognized by people around the world, including Indonesia. Sportswear and footwear manufacturer Nike has capitalized on its popularity to market sports products, especially basketball shoes, products that fit Kobe Bryant’s area of expertise. This study aims to analyze the effect of attitudes towards Kobe Bryant as an endorser, attitudes towards the Nike brand, and subjective norms on consumer purchase intentions for Nike brand basketball shoes. The population in this study are Indonesian people who have knowledge of Kobe Bryant and the Nike brand but have never bought Nike brand basketball shoes. Primary data was collected by distributing questionnaires boldly to 231 respondents. Purposive sampling tech- nique aims to be used to determine the sample. Four hypotheses have been tested using the AMOS program version 24 and the Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) method, and all hypotheses are supported.
Tackling strong biofilm and multi-virulent vancomycin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus via natural alkaloid-based porous nanoparticles: perspective towards near future eradication

Introduction As a growing direction, nano-based therapy has become a successful paradigm used to address the phytogenic delivery-related problems in overcoming multivirulent vancomycin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (VRSA) infection. Methods Hence, our aim was to develop and assess a novel nanocarrier system (mesoporous silica nanoparticles, MPS-NPs) for free berberine (Free-BR) as an antimicrobial alkaloid against strong biofilm-producing and multi-virulent VRSA strains using in vitro and in vivo mouse model. Results and discussion Our outcomes demonstrated vancomycin resistance in 13.7% of Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) strains categorized as VRSA. Notably, strong biofilm formation was observed in 69.2% of VRSA strains that were all positive for icaA gene. All strong biofilm-producing VRSA strains harbored a minimum of two virulence genes comprising clfA and icaA with 44.4% of them possessing all five virulence genes (icaA, tst, clfA, hla, and pvl), and 88.9% being multi-virulent. The study findings affirmed excellent in vitro antimicrobial and antibiofilm properties of BR-loaded MPS-NPs. Real-time quantitative reverse transcription PCR (qRT-PCR) assay displayed the downregulating role of BR-loaded MPS-NPs on strong biofilm-producing and multi-virulent VRSA strains virulence and agr genes in both in vitro and in vivo mice models. Additionally, BR-loaded MPS-NPs supplementation has a promising role in attenuating the upregulated expression of pro-inflammatory cytokines’ genes in VRSA-infected mice with attenuation in pro-apoptotic genes expression resulting in reduced VRSA-induced apoptosis. In essence, the current study recommends the future scope of using BR-loaded MPS-NPs as auspicious alternatives for antimicrobials with tremendous antimicrobial, antibiofilm, anti-quorum sensing (QS), and anti-virulence effectiveness against problematic strong biofilm-producing and multi-virulent VRSA-associated infections.
Assessment of the psychometric properties of the Indonesian version of the General Self-Efficacy Scale-12 (GSES-12) in a sample of Indonesian high school students

In recent decades, self-efficacy has been one of the major subjects of interest in the field of psychology, with numerous studies published on the topic. This study aims to examine the psychometric features of the General Self-Efficacy Scale-12 (GSES-12), a widely used instrument for assessing general self-efficacy. The Indonesian adaptation of the GSES-12 was validated using item factor analysis (IFA). The study involved a total of 584 high school student participants (M-age = 16.02, SD-age = 1.39; boys = 266, girls = 318). The results obtained from the IFA indicate that the psychometric properties of the GSES-12 were satisfactory. The results exhibited a strong fit with the second-order IFA models and all items had statistically significant factor loadings. In addition, the results obtained from the multigroup IFA indicate that the configural invariance testing models exhibited a satisfactory level of goodness-of-fit (RMSEA 0.06, CFI TLI 0.90). These findings suggest that there were no differences between the genders in the factor structure of the GSES-12.
Recent Updates Regarding the Antiproliferative Activity of Galium verum Extracts on A375 Human Malignant Melanoma Cell Line

The biological activity of Galium verum herba was exerted on various tumor cell lines with incredible results, but their potential effect on malignant melanoma has not been established yet. Therefore, the current study was structured in two directions: (i) the investigation of the phytochemical profile of diethyl ether (GvDEE) and butanol (GvBuOH) extracts of G. verum L. and (ii) the evaluation of their biological profile on A375 human malignant melanoma cell line. The GvDEE extract showed an FT-IR profile different from the butanol one, with high antioxidant capacity (EC50 of GvDEE = 0.12 ± 0.03 mg/mL > EC50 of GvBuOH = 0.18 ± 0.05 mg/mL). The GvDEE extract also showed antimicrobial potential, especially against Gram-positive bacteria strains, compared to the butanol extract, which has no antimicrobial activity against any bacterial strain tested. The results regarding the antitumor potential showed that both extracts decreased A375 cell viability largely (69% at a dose of 55 µg/mL of the GvDEE extract). Moreover, both extracts induce nuclear fragmentation by forming apoptotic bodies and slight chromatin condensation, which is more intense for GvDEE. Considering the results, one can state that the Galium verum herba possesses antitumor effects on the A375 human malignant melanoma cell line, a promising phytocompound for the antitumor approach to skin cancer.
Innovative Approaches to Monitor Central Line Associated Bloodstream Infections (CLABSIs) Bundle Efficacy in Intensive Care Unit (ICU): Role of Device Standardized Infection Rate (dSIR) and Standardized Utilization Ratio (SUR)—An Italian Experience

In several settings, the COVID-19 pandemic determined a negative impact on the occurrence of healthcare-associated infection, particularly for on central lines associated bloodstream infections (CLABSI). In our setting, we observed a significant increase in CLABSI in our intensive care unit (ICU) during 2020 and 2021 vs. 2018 to 2019. A refresher training activity on central venous catheter (CVC) management bundles was carried out in September–October 2021 for the ICU health staff. We assessed the impact of bundle implementation by means of standardized indicators, such as the Device Utilization Ratio (DUR), in this case, the Central Line Utilization Ratio, the Standardized Utilization Ratio (SUR), and the device Standardized Infection Ratio (dSIR). Standardized ratios for device use and infection ratio were computed using data from 2018 and 2019 as expectation data. After bundle implementation, we observed a significant reduction of dSIR (p < 0.001), which dropped from 3.23 and 2.99 in the 2020–2021 biennium to 1.11 in 2022 (CLABSI in the first quarter only); no more CLABSI were observed afterwards. Standardized ratios proved helpful in identify increasing trends of CLABSI in the ICU and monitoring the impact of a simple effective tool, i.e., training on and implementation of a bundle for CVC management.
Economic Analysis of Fish Drying Units in Kozhikode, Kerala

A very rapid loss in quality can occur in the case of fish, after catch, as it is an extremely perishable commodity and hence, the proven preservation method of drying which is the least expensive method of food preservation is still being practiced in India. Even though it is a simple and cheap method, it has great significance in the socioeconomic system of fisher folks, as the dried fish is having remunerative market within the country and abroad. In this backdrop, the present study was conducted to analyse the economics of the fish drying process as a value addition method. The study is carried out by using the primary data collected from ten fish drying processors selected randomly from the fish drying yards of Puthiyapa coastal area of Kozhikode district in Kerala. The specific objectives were to assess the overall process of drying, seasonality, species used for drying, quantum of drying, etc along with the analysis of cost and earnings of the process. The study reveals the improper and unscientific conventional drying method followed at the study area which can cause serious health hazards. The study also suggest the need for developing fish drying facility which could augment income during fish surplus by imparting better utilities over time, form and space.
OPTICAL VERSUS ULTRASONIC BIOMETRY IN INTRAOCULAR LENS CALCULATION IN HIGH MYOPIC CATARACTOUS PATIENTS: A COMPARATIVE STUDY

Purpose: To compare between accuracy of optical and ultrasonic biometry in IOL calculation in high myopic cataractous patients to achieve the desired postoperative refraction. Methods: Prospective, Comparative, Randomized Interventional study included 50 eyes with axial length of 26.5 mm or more divided into 2 groups: Group (1): (optical biometry group) included 25 eyes and Group (2): (ultrasonic biometry group) included 25 eyes. Haigis formula was used for intraocular lens power calculation. Phacoemulsification with intrabagal IOL was performed. The 2 groups were compared preoperatively for axial length (AL), K readings and Ant chamber depth (ACD) and they were compared postoperatively for spherical equivalent (SE), prediction error (PE) and mean absolute error (MAE) one month postoperatively. Results : the study was conducted on 50 eyes who were divided into 2 groups . As regard preoperative measures, mean AL measured by optical biometry was 28.76±1.56 mm whereas that measured by ultrasonic biometry was 28.58±1.55 mm with a mean difference of 0.18±0.27 mm, which was statistically significant (P <0.05) whereas other parameters: k readings, ACD, were nearly comparable in both groups. (P > 0.05). As regard the postoperative results, the difference between 2 groups in postoperative spherical error, prediction error and mean absolute error was also not statistically significant (P > 0.05), however better postoperative refractive outcomes were noticed with optical biometry . Conclusion: optical biometry provides more accurate measurements of biometric parameters , especially axial length than applanation ultrasonic biometric in high myopic patients, also Haigis formula is preferred with high myopia, providing acceptable postoperative refractive outcomes with both methods.
Analysis of Cortico-Muscular Coupling and Functional Brain Network under Different Standing Balance Paradigms

Maintaining standing balance is essential for people to engage in productive activities in daily life. However, the process of interaction between the cortex and the muscles during balance regulation is understudied. Four balance paradigms of different difficulty were designed by closing eyes and laying sponge pad under feet. Ten healthy subjects were recruited to stand for ten 15 s trials in each paradigm. This study used simultaneously acquired electroencephalography (EEG) and electromyography (EMG) to investigate changes in the human cortico-muscular coupling relationship and functional brain network characteristics during balance control. The coherence and causality of EEG and EMG signals were calculated by magnitude-squared coherence (MSC) and transfer entropy (TE). It was found that changes in balance strategies may lead to a shift in cortico-muscular coherence (CMC) from the beta band to the gamma band when the difficulty of balance increased. As subjects performed the four standing balance paradigms, the causality of the beta band and the gamma band was stronger in the descending neural pathway than that in the ascending neural pathway. A multi-rhythmic functional brain network with 19 EEG channels was constructed and analyzed based on graph theory, showing that its topology also changed with changes in balance difficulty. These results show an active adjustment of the sensorimotor system under different balance paradigms and provide new insights into the endogenous physiological mechanisms underlying the control of standing balance.
Screening of Bacillus sp. (OQ654027) Mediated Seed Bio-priming Enhance Plant-Growth-Promotion for Sustainable Crop Production of Groundnut and Chickpea

Plant growth-promoting bacteria are valuable microbes that enhance the plant growth, development, and yield. Several seed priming methods are able to improvise seed germination, seedling potency, to overwhelmed abiotic stress and biotic stress management which gets prime attention. Generally, plant-growth promoting bacteria are utilized for biopriming technique that is able to survive under stress environmental conditions. The aims of the present investigation were to screening ofKC9bacterial isolate as PGPB in groundnut and chickpea and study the effects ofKC9 bacterial isolation seed, seedling germination and growth during the development of both seeds. In this study KC9 has been isolated from the soil sample of chickpea crop field at Saurashtra region. Preliminary screening was conducted based on their identification via morphological, biochemical i.e., catalase, starch hydrolysis, sugar utilization, motility, IMViC test, gram’s nature and by 16S rRNA gene nucleotide sequences and identified as Bacillus sp. that has been submitted to the NCBI for Accession number. Further examine the production of indole acetic acid (IAA), Ammonia (NH3), HCN, Siderophore and Phosphate solubilization. KC9 (Bacillus sp.) was recognized as most efficient plant-growth promoting bacteria. For the pot experiment seed biopriming method is employing to coat the seeds of chickpea and groundnut with Bacillus inoculant consider as treated and seeds sown with double distilled water as control. Bacillus coated seed biopriming also minimize the seed germination time period that takes only 3-4 days to proper seed radicle development. By the statistical approach of paired t-test of pot experiment on chickpea and groundnut seeds and seedlings were treated with Bacillus strain exhibited significantly higher levels at of seed germination, seedling growth via root length, shoot length and number of leaves in compared to non-treated control plants. In this present investigation , impact of seedling germination on the inoculated condition with KC9 of groundnut and chickpea, determining remarkable changes in total chlorophyll content (11.81 µg/g and 10.40 µg/g), relative water content(RWC) obtained 86% and 83%. , total free amino acids (92.14±0.03µg/ml whereas 37.5±0.02µg/ml), total phenolic acid content (76.28±0.03mg GAE/100g and chickpea is 52.83±0.08 mg GAE/100g) and total flavonoid content increases with the treatment of KC9 (Bacillus sp.) 626±0.05QE/100g is recorded in groundnut seedlings and chickpea is 0.085±0.01QE/100g respectively.
The Impact Of Services Marketing Mix 7P's In Competitive Advantage To Five Stars Hotel - Case Study Amman, Jordan

The aim of this study is to investigate the extent of the impact of services marketing 7P’s (Product or Service, Price, Place, Promotion, People, Physical Evidence, Process), in the achieving of competitive advantage in five star hotels. The population of this study consisted of the guests staying at five star hotels (10 international chains hotels) in Amman/the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. Five Hundred questionnaire were distributed, (330) questionnaire were returned. The returned questionnaire estimate to be (66%) of the total number of the sample size. This study used a set of descriptive inferential statistical methods for data analysis and hypotheses testing which include frequencies, percentages, means, standard deviations, in addition to simple linear regression and one way ANOVA.
Celebrity endorsement theories: Review perspective

The goal of this study is to examine existing theories in the field of celebrity endorsement and show how these theories can be used as a foundation for future research in this area. This article's theoretical framework takes a broad approach, aiming to bridge the gap between the efficacy of celebrity-endorsed advertisements and endorsement theory. A holistic theoretical framework is necessary to encompass the diverse landscape of celebrity endorsements seen in actual advertising campaigns. In terms of methodology, this article employs a qualitative approach to data collection and analysis, which is deemed appropriate for investigating the nuances of celebrity endorsement theories. This review's findings highlight the importance of five major celebrity endorsement theories, shedding light on their potential for shaping the future of research. This article adds value by synthesising existing knowledge and prior research, providing a concise overview of celebrity endorsement, and emphasising the critical role of the five major celebrity endorsement theories in paving the way for future research.
Determination of the methane budget of the Amazon region utilizing airborne methane observations in combination with atmospheric transport and vegetation modeling

The Amazon basin is an important player in the global methane cycle. Objectives of this work are to establish a forward and inverse modelling framework on regional scale and to determine the methane budget in the Amazon region. Within the BARCA project (Balanco Atmosferico Regional de Carbono na Amazonia) to airborne measurement campaigns were conducted, one in November 2008 and one in May 2009. The analysis of the methane observations confirms that the Amazon basin is a strong source of methane. The majority of the emissions is found to have biogenic origin, i.e. from wetlands. A comparison of five global methane inversions shows the advantage of using satellite observations in inversion systems. The WRF (Weather Research and Forecasting) Greenhouse Gas model was developed to perform high-resolution simulations of the atmospheric methane distribution in the Amazon region. The newly written code is available within the official WRF-Chem version 3.4 release. Simulations for the two months of the BARCA campaigns with two different wetland models and three different wetland maps were conducted with the WRF Greenhouse Gas model. The comparison to observations indicates that the choice of the wetland map is more important than the choice of the wetland model for a comparison to aircraft observations. Flights with a good representation of the atmospheric transport in the model show a higher correlation between observations and simulations. The two-step regional inversion scheme TM3-STILT was applied to the Amazon region for the year 2009 using observations from the 35 m high TT34 tower. The inversion shows improvements in the representation of the seasonal cycle of the methane emissions in the Amazon basin. However, the determination of the methane budget in the Amazon basin is still highly uncertain.
Significance of Employee Brand Building Behaviour to Improving Outlook of Public Sectors’ organizations in India -A Systematic Literature Review

The goal of this study to facilitates the understanding of employee brand building behaviour and significance of employee branding for the desired outcomes of the organization. It presents the improving outlook of Public Sectors’ organizations in India. This research study how authentic leadership and employee engagement shape the employee behaviour that affects an organization's ability to succeed. In this regard, the purpose of this work is to examine how employee branding is conceptualised and to present potential areas for further study. This study is literature review that draws a particular research archive on employee branding and employee brand building behaviour published till 2021. Employee brand building behaviour has a significantly positive influence on public sector work place effectiveness to achieve success that serve as source of competitive advantage rather than just being names or symbols. Through employee brand building behaviour organization may be able to reduce turnover of potential employees, customer retention, improved service quality, productive workplace and encourage employees to develop brand integrity for external stakeholders. The study will help to be beneficial with an organization plagued with retention and turnover issues .
Effect of Zoledronic Acid in Hepatic Osteodystrophy: A Double-Blinded Placebo-Controlled Trial

Abstract Purpose: Literature on the treatment of pre-transplant hepatic osteodystrophy (HOD) is limited. The general treatment measures and their timing are currently adopted from the literature on postmenopausal osteoporosis. Therefore, we conducted this randomized study to investigate the effect of zoledronic acid (ZA) on HOD. Methods: We randomized 36 male patients with cirrhosis (Child–Pugh class A and B) into 19 to the ZA arm and 17 to the placebo arm, respectively. Patients in the ZA arm received a single infusion of 4 mg ZA dissolved in 100 mL of normal saline at baseline, while patients in the placebo arm received a similar infusion of normal saline at baseline. The primary outcome of the study was the change in lumbar spine bone mineral density (LS-BMD) at 12 months. Results: Of 36 patients, 28 completed the study (15 in the ZA arm and 13 in the placebo arm). The mean increase in LS-BMD (g/cm2) in the ZA and placebo arms was 5.11% (3.50) and 0.72% (4.63) [P = 0.008], respectively. The trabecular bone score (TBS) did not improve significantly in either arm. The incidence of vertebral fractures (VFs) was similar in both arms. There was a significant decrease in plasma beta-C-terminal telopeptide (β-CTX) levels in the ZA arm compared to the placebo arm, while the change in plasma levels of procollagen 1 intact N-terminal propeptide (P1NP) was similar in both arms. Six patients (31.6%) in the ZA arm experienced adverse reactions such as fever and myalgia. Conclusion: ZA improved LS-BMD in male patients with HOD by decreasing bone resorption. However, it may not improve trabecular microarchitecture or prevent morphometric VFs in this population.
LATE CENOZOIC AND PRESENT TECTONIC DEFORMATION IN THE PAMIR SALIENT,NORTHWESTERN CHINA

The northern margin of the Pamir salient indented northward by ～300km during the late Cenozoic,however,the spatiotemporal evolution of this process is still poorly constrained.Regional deformation within the Pamir salient is asymmetric.Previous work has shown that deformation along the western flank of the Pamir was accommodated by northwest-directed radial thrusting and associated anticlockwise vertical axis rotation of the Pamir over the eastern margin of the Tajik Basin,along with a component of left-slip faulting along the Darvaz Fault.In contrast,subduction of the Tajik-Tarim Basin beneath the Pamir along the MPT was absorbed along the eastern margin of the salient by dextral-slip along the Kashgar-Yecheng transfer system,accompanied with Oligocene-Miocene northward underthrusting,thickening and widespread melting of the middle and lower crust beneath the Pamir,eventually led to east-west extension along the Kongur Shan extensional system at ～7～8Ma.The slip rate of the KYTS decreased substantially from 11～15mm/a to 1.7～5.3mm/a since at least 3～5Ma,termination of slip along the northern segment of the Karakorum Fault occurred almost at the same time.Late Quaternary and present active deformation in the Pamir is dominated by east-west extension along the Kongur Shan extensional system and north-south contraction along the PFT and the Atux-Kashi fold belts in the southern margin of Tianshan.