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The international business literature has mainly focused on the impact of top managers' psychological attributes on firms' strategic decisions. However, the potential moderating influence of industry conditions such as competition, has not been well explored. Deriving insights from the regulatory focus and upper echelons theories, this paper extends the international business and regulatory focus literature by investigating how the impact influence of CEOs' regulatory foci on firms' degree of internationalization depends on the intensity of competitive market conditions. Using primary data gathered from 289 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Ghana, the findings of the study revealed when competition is intense in the domestic market, the potency of a CEO's promotion focus as a driver of internationalization is amplified. In addition, the research shows that intense domestic market competition weakens the negative influence of a CEO's prevention focus on a firm's degree of internationalization. These findings have important research and managerial implications for international business.
Growth performance, carcass characteristics and economic benefits of supplemental ascorbic acid on broiler starters exposed to heat stress.

A 35-day feeding trial using 7-day old 120 Anak 2000 broiler chicks was conducted to evaluate the growth performance, carcass characteristics and economic benefits of supplemental ascorbic acid on broiler starters exposed to heat stress. Dietary treatments were made up of a basal diet which contained 0mg of ascorbic acid which served as the control; while diets 2, 3 and 4 contained 150mg, 300mg and 450mg of ascorbic acid per kilogram of feed respectively. There were significant (P < 0.05) differences among the treatments in body weight gain, feed conversion ratio, net returns and mortality. Birds fed ascorbic acid supplemented diets performed significantly (P < 0.05) better than the control in terms of weight gain, feed conversion ratio and net economic returns. Feed intake and carcass characteristics were not significantly (P > 0.05) influenced by the dietary treatment. The results of this study suggest that ascorbic acid played positive role in alleviating the adverse effects of stress on the performance on starter broiler.
The Qualitative

Abstract Road traffic crashes and sequelae are reaching pandemic proportions globally and have currently achieved disproportionately high levels in Nigeria. Quantitative studies are accumulating in the peer-reviewed literature, but there is a paucity of qualitative research in Nigeria. Data for this study of structural and behavioral factors of road traffic crashes and injuries in Federal Capital Territory were collected in semi-structured interviews with crash survivors at National Hospital Abuja. Interviews were analyzed via qualitative content analysis, revealing crash location and participant beliefs about crash etiologies. Units of analysis were developed from participant statements and were structured within four a priori etiologic categories using Haddon’s (1980) matrix: human, vehicle, physical environment, and socioeconomic environment-related. Subcategories were generated. Human-related subcategories included reckless behavior and drivers, limited technical knowledge and skill. Vehicle-related subcategories included vehicular disrepair and lack of safety equipment. Physical environment-related subcategories included road disrepair, infrastructural inadequacy, and weather. Socioeconomic environment-related subcategories included government, prehospital care, money, and prayer. Subcategories were organized temporally by pre-event, event, and post-event phases, with most units of analysis allocated in the pre-event phase. These qualitative results can be utilized to guide future research along community-aligned priorities, and to structure community-engaged preventative and interventional efforts.
Family and gender among American Muslims

List of Illustrations Preface Introduction Barbara C. Aswad and Barbara Bilge Part I: Values, Structure, and Variation in the Muslim Family 1. Islamic Values among American Muslims Yvonne Y. Haddad and Jane I. Smith 2. Immigrant Palestinian Women Evaluate Their Lives Louise Cainkar 3. Turkish-American Patterns of Intermarriage Barbara Bilge 4. Iranian Immigrant Women as Entrepreneurs in Los Angeles Arlene Dallalfar 5. Parents and Youth: Perceiving and Practicing Islam in North America Nimat Hafez Barazangi 6. Sex and the Single Shi'ite: Attitudes toward Mut'a Marriage in an American Lebanese Shiite Community Linda Walbridge 7. South Asian Families in the United States: Pakistani, Bangladeshi, and Indian Muslims Nilufer Ahmed, Gladis Kaufman, and Shamim Naim 8. The International Family: A Case Study from South Asia Gladis Kaufman and Shamim Naim Part II: Practical Issues for Families 9. Health Issues among Muslim Families in the Dearborn Michigan Area Anahid Kulwicki 10. Knowledge and Perceptions of AIDS among Arab Muslims Anahid Kuwicki and Penny S. Cass 11. Challenges to the Arab-American Family and ACCESS, a Local Community Center Barbara C. Aswad and Nancy Adadow Gray 12. Ethnicity, Marriage, and Role Conflict: The Dilemma of a Second Generation Arab-American Jon Swanson 13. Adolescent Arab Girls in an American High School Charlene Eisenlohr 14. Care of the Elderly among Muslim Families Mary Cay Sengstock Part III: Immigrants' Life Stories 15. Life Experiences of Five Immigrants Linda Walbridge Notes Index About the Authors
Nosocomial spread of multi-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae containing a plasmid encoding multiple-lactamases

Six Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates that exhibited resistance to a wide spectrum of antibiotics were recovered from the intensive care units in the First AffiliatedHospital, ZhejiangUniversity, Hangzhou, China. All isolates contained two plasmids of approximately 95 kb and 200 kb. The 95 kb plasmid was shown to be transferable by conjugation experiments. Isoelectric focusing patterns of the -lactamases extracted from the six transconjugants were identical, displaying five pI bands: 5.4, 7.75, 8.0, 8.2 and8.4. Thebandcorresponding to apI of 7.75couldbe inhibited by cloxacillin but not clavulanic acid, while the other bands could be inhibited by clavulanic acid but not cloxacillin. The 95 kb plasmidwas digestedwithHindIII and a recombinant plasmid pT948wasobtained. The insert was found to contain blaDHA-1, regulatory gene ampR and an insertion element (IS26), which was downstream of blaDHA-1. PCR and DNA sequencing results confirmed that the 95 kb plasmid encoded at least four -lactamase genes: blaTEM-1, blaSHV-12, blaCTX-M-3 and blaDHA-1. Epidemiological typing by PFGE of the six clinical isolates ofK. pneumoniae demonstrated identical genotypic patterns. In conclusion, all results indicated that the six multi-drug resistant clinical isolates ofK. pneumoniaemost probably originated fromone clone and caused a localized epidemic in the intensive care units.
THE INFLUENCE OF TEACHERS’ PARTICIPATION IN SCHOOL FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT, DISCIPLINARY MATTERS AND CONFLICT RESOLUTION ON TEACHERS’ PRODUCTIVITY IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN EKITI STATE, NIGERIA

The study examined the impact of teacher involvement in school financial management, disciplinary issues, and conflict resolution on secondary school teacher productivity in Ekiti State. The survey-like descriptive research design was used for the study. The sample included 450 respondents consisting of 400 teachers and 50 school principals selected from 50 secondary schools used for the study. The random sample was selected using multi-stage and targeted sampling methods. Two sets of instruments were used to interpret the data for the study. The first instrument was called Teachers Participation in Secondary School Management Questionnaire (TPSSMQ) and the second instrument was called Teachers Productivity Questionnaire (TPQ). The reliability coefficients for the two instruments were 0.79 for TPSSMQ and 0.76 for TPQ. The data obtained were analyzed using percentage points, F ratio, Pearson product moment correlation and multiple regression. The hypotheses generated were tested at a significance level of 0.05. The study found that teacher involvement in the management of secondary schools in Ekiti State was moderate. Teacher productivity was also moderate. The study showed that the relationship between teachers' involvement in school financial management, disciplinary matters, conflict resolution and their productivity was moderate and statistically significant. The study also found that all predictor variables are factors that can have an impact on teacher productivity. Based on these findings, it was recommended that governments and school leaders should involve teachers more in decision-making related to school financial management, disciplinary issues and conflict resolution in order to increase teacher productivity in schools. Article visualizations:
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This article documents a case study of a cohort-based MBA program with an accounting concentration. This ethnographic study used interviews, observations, and document review to examine the students’ experiences. Data were analyzed via grounded theory techniques. Results indicate that the cohort program provided students with knowledge about important socially-learned dimensions of the accounting profession. The interpersonal and group work skills needed in the accounting workplace are developed in a cohort program. However, the cohort model’s cooperative agenda could not eliminate individualistic, competitive tendencies. Finally, students found that their cohort experiences prepared them to handle certain informal facets of the accounting workplace, for example, office politics, grapevines and cliques.
Beneath the radar Exploring the economics of business fraud via underground markets

—Underground marketplaces have emerged as a common channel for criminals to offer their products and services. A portion of these product comprises the illegal trading of consumer products such as vouchers, coupons, and loyalty program accounts that are later used to commit business fraud. Despite its well-known existence, the impact of this type of business fraud has not been analyzed in depth before. By leveraging longitudinal data from 8 major underground markets from 2011-2017, we identify, classify and quantify different types of business fraud to then analyze the characteristics of the companies who suffered from them. Moreover, we investigate factors that inﬂuence the impact of business fraud on these companies. Our models show that cybercriminals prefer selling products of well-established companies, while smaller companies appear to suffer higher revenue losses. Stolen accounts are the most transacted items, while pirated software together with loyalty programs create the heaviest revenue losses. The estimated criminal revenues are relatively low, at under $600000 in total for the whole period; but the total estimated revenue losses are up to $7.5 millions.
Clinical and epidemiological study of EGFR mutations and EML4-ALK fusion genes among Indian patients with adenocarcinoma of the lung

Background Mutation in the tyrosine kinase domain of epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) is a common feature observed in lung adenocarcinoma. A fusion gene between echinoderm microtubule-associated protein-like 4 (EML4) and the intracellular domain of anaplastic lymphoma kinase (ALK), named EML4-ALK, has been identified in a subset of non-small-cell lung cancer (NSCLC) tumors. The objective of this study was to determine the prevalence of EGFR mutations and EML4-ALK fusions in Indian patients with NSCLC (adenocarcinoma) as well as evaluate their clinical characteristics. Patients and methods Patients with NSCLC, adenocarcinoma histology, whose tumors had been tested for EGFR mutational status, were considered for this study. ALK gene rearrangement was detected by fluorescence in situ hybridization using the Vysis ALK Break Apart Rearrangement Probe Kit. ALK mutation was tested in samples that were negative for EGFR mutation. Results A total of 500 NSCLC adenocarcinoma patients were enrolled across six centers. There were 337 (67.4%) men and 163 (32.6%) women with a median age of 58 years. One hundred and sixty-four (32.8%) blocks were positive for EGFR mutations, whereas 336 (67.2%) were EGFR wild-type. Of the 336 EGFR-negative blocks, EML4-ALK fusion gene was present in 15 (4.5%) patients, whereas 321 (95.5%) tumors were EML4-ALK negative. The overall incidence of EML4-ALK fusion gene was 3% (15/500). Conclusion The incidence of EGFR mutations (33%) in this Indian population is close to the reported incidence in Asian patients. EML4-ALK gene fusions are present in lung adenocarcinomas from Indian patients, and the 3% incidence of EML4-ALK gene fusion in EGFR mutation-negative cases is similar to what has been observed in other Western and Asian populations. The mutual exclusivity of EML4-ALK and EGFR mutations suggests implementation of biomarker testing for tumors harboring ALK rearrangements in order to identify patients that can benefit from newer targeted therapies.
Registro de Eoviscaccia (Rodentia, Chinchillidae) en estratos colhuehuapenses de Patagonia, Argentina a

New dental remains of a chinchillid rodent from Colhuehuapian beds (Lower Miocene) of Chubut province, Argentine, are described. These remains are tentatively referred to Eoviscaccia australis Vucetich, a species only known by two isolated teeth from Deseadan beds. The unworn and little worn cheek teeth show S-shaped occlusal morphology with four crests in the upper and three in the lower teeth, and the enamel is continuous. In little more worn teeth a bilobated configuration is acquired, a thin cement deposit between the laminae appears, and the enamel covering becomes discontinuous. The M3 has a rudimentary third lamina. The first description of the deciduous dentition of a chinchillid is presented herein. These new materials confirm that E. australis is more derived than E. boliviana Vucetich (Deseadan Age, Bolivia) but more primitive than Prolagostomus and Pliolagostomus (Santacrucian and Friasian Ages), due to its degree of hipsodonty, enamel reduction, development of a laminar dental pattern and of the third lamina in the M3.
Structure and Properties of a Complex of alpha-Synuclein and a Single-Domain Camelid Antibody

The aggregation of the intrinsically disordered protein α -synuclein to form fibrillar amyloid structures is intimately associated with a variety of neurological disorders, most notably Parkinson's disease. The molecular mechanism of α -synuclein aggregation and toxicity is not yet understood in any detail, not least because of the paucity of structural probes through which to study the behavior of such a disordered system. Here, we describe an investigation involving a single-domain camelid antibody, NbSyn2, selected by phage display techniques to bind to α -synuclein, including the exploration of its effects on the in vitro aggregation of the protein under a variety of conditions. We show using isothermal calorimetric methods that NbSyn2 binds specifically to monomeric α -synuclein with nanomolar affinity and by means of NMR spectroscopy that it interacts with the four C-terminal residues of the protein. This latter finding is confirmed by the determination of a crystal structure of NbSyn2 bound to a peptide encompassing the
: The case of Jumilla’s Gastronomic Days

An emerging literature on gastronomic events highlights the growing interest among academics, event organisers and development agencies in identifying potential or actual outcomes from gastronomic events. Partly in response to such interest, this study seeks to contribute to the literature on events management, studying the contribution of various stakeholders involved in the ‘Gastronomic Days’ of Jumilla, Spain. Semi-structured, face-to-face, in-depth interviews were conducted with the managers and owners of four participating businesses to the event. The data collection was complemented through on-site visits, observations, and interviews with eight other local businesses. The findings underline the significance of collaboration among these participants to grow and sustain the event, as well as voluntary efforts by event ‘stakeholders. ’ Importantly, a common objective was identified in the form of enhancing the image of the local products, and overall that of the region, to ‘convert’ residents, and also outside consumers and tourists to Jumilla’s products. These findings have significant implications for Jumilla’s community. In particular, the importance and efforts of a region’s food stakeholders in contributing to adding value and improving the local food culture emerge as useful aspects, with potential benefits for local food growers, hospitality and tourism sectors, and residents.
WORKING PAPER SERIES Learning, Expectations Formation, and the Pitfalls of Optimal Control Monetary Policy

This paper examines the robustness characteristics of optimal control policies derived under the assumption of rational expectations to alternative models of expectations. We assume that agents have imperfect knowledge about the precise structure of the economy and form expectations using a forecasting model that they continuously update based on incoming data. We find that the optimal control policy derived under the assumption of rational expectations can perform poorly when expectations deviate modestly from rational expectations. We then show that the optimal control policy can be made more robust by deemphasizing the stabilization of real economic activity and interest rates relative to inflation in the central bank loss function. That is, robustness to learning provides an incentive to employ a "conservative" central banker. We then examine two types of simple monetary policy rules from the literature that have been found to be robust to model misspecification in other contexts. We find that these policies are robust to empirically plausible parameterizations of the learning models and perform about as well or better than optimal control policies.
Fitato y su utilidad en la práctica clínica

An analysis of different aspects related with phytate is performed. Firstly, food products where phytate is present in greater quantities are indicated; next, the physiological mechanisms of phytate (absorption, distribution and excretion) are assessed, and finally the different mechanisms of biological action of this substance are indicated. The clinical interest of phytate is explained. The classical studies in renal lithiasis are described, and new roles, such as prevention of cardiovascular calcifications, sialolithiasis, dental plaque and bone mass loss are included.
Handbook on Local and Regional Governance Land-use management: local institutions and the power to shape?

This chapter discusses the influence of local institutions in the design, implementation and outcomes of land use policies. It begins by describing the political market framework as an explanation for the adoption of land use policies. The framework accounts for land use choices as the result of supply decisions made by local authorities as policy makers, demand pressures by competing pro-development and pro-conservation interest groups, and the mediating effects of local institutions. Illustrating the usefulness of the framework, the chapter reviews the empirical literature on the role played by executive, legislative, and participatory democracy institutions in shaping land use decisions and extracts lessons to better understand this role.
The Effects of Wheel Design on the Aerodynamic Drag of Passenger Vehicles

Approximately 25 % of a passenger vehicle’s aerodynamic drag comes directly or indirectly from its wheels, indicating that the rim geometry is highly relevant for increasing the vehicle’s overall energy efficiency. An extensive experimental study is presented where a parametric model of the rim design was developed, and statistical methods were employed to isolate the aerodynamic effects of certain geometric rim parameters. In addition to wind tunnel force measurements, this study employed the flowfield measurement techniques of wake surveys, wheelhouse pressure measurements, and base pressure measurements to investigate and explain the most important parameters’ effects on the flowfield. In addition, a numerical model of the vehicle with various rim geometries was developed and used to further elucidate the effects of certain geometric parameters on the flow field. The results showed that the most important parameter was the coverage area, and it was found to have a linear effect on the aerodynamic drag. Interestingly, parameters associated with the outer radial region of wheel (rim cover) were also found to be significant, along with the wheel depth of center (flatness). The flowfield measurements showed, again, that the coverage area had the most significant effect, with it directly affecting how much flow passes through the front rim and subsequently affecting features like the near-ground jetting vortex and vortices out of the wheelhouse. In addition, the coverage area also affected the pressure recovery at the base of the vehicle and the wheelhouse pressure. The effects of other parameters are also detailed in the paper. The effects of different coverage area at the front and rear rims on the drag coefficient were investigated, where having a high coverage at the rear reduced drag the most.
Asymmetric Common-Value Auctions with Applications to Auctions with Resale

We study a model of common-value auctions in which biddersprivate information are independently and asymmetrically distributed. We provide three su¢ cient conditions under which we can determine whether a rst-price auction generates higher or lower revenue than a second-price auction (for a selected equilibrium). Necessary conditions are given for the revenue-ranking result to hold in general. We further establish the observational equivalence between an independent private-value (IPV) auction model with resale and a model of common-value auction, when the resale mechanism satis es a sure-trade property and the common value is the sure-trade price. Using this observational equivalence and the revenue-ranking result for the common-value auctions, we provide an alternative proof of the revenue-ranking result of Hafalir and Krishna (2007) in the IPV auctions with resale. The revenueranking holds when the o¤er-maker is xed or is contingent on the auction outcome. In general, revenue-ranking may depend on who has bargaining power in the resale stage. We illustrate that the opposite revenue-ranking may arise (i) when one of the distribution functions does not satisfy the regularity property, or (ii) when the resale mechanism involves repeated o¤ers and delay costs, or (iii) when the Coase Conjecture holds as in Gul, Sonnenschein, and Wilson (1986) and Ausubel and Deneckere (1992). We would like to thank Priyodorshi Banerjee, Jeremy Bulow, Isa Hafalir, Julian Jamison, Rene Kirkegaard, Vijay Krishna, Stephan Lauermann, Bernard Lebrun, D. Nakajima, Scot Page, Isabelle Perrigne, Joel Sobel, Gabor Virag, Quang Vuong, Simon Wilkie, Charles Zhang, and the participants at the Santa Barbara conference on auctions with resale, April 2007, for many helpful comments. Please contact Harrison Cheng at hacheng@usc.edu and Guofu Tan at guofutan@usc.edu for further suggestions.