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The Influence of South Pacific Convergence Zone Heating on the South Pacific Subtropical Anticyclone

Subtropical anticyclones and midlatitude storm tracks are key components of the large-scale atmospheric circulation. Focusing on the Southern Hemisphere, the seasonality of the three dominant subtropical anticyclones, situated over the South Pacific, South Atlantic, and south Indian Ocean basins, has a large influence on local weather and climate within South America, southern Africa, and Australia, respectively. Generally speaking, sea level pressure within the Southern Hemisphere subtropics reaches its seasonal maximum during the winter season when the Southern Hemisphere Hadley cell is at its strongest. One exception to this is the seasonal evolution of the South Pacific subtropical anticyclone. While winter maxima are seen in the South Atlantic and south Indian subtropical anticyclones, the South Pacific subtropical anticyclone reaches its seasonal maximum during local spring with elevated values extending into summer. In this study, we investigate the hypothesis that the strength of the austral summer South Pacific subtropical anticyclone is largely due to heating over the South Pacific convergence zone. Using added-cooling and added-heating atmospheric general circulation model experiments to artificially change the strength of austral summer diabatic heating over the South Pacific convergence zone, our results show that increased heating, through increased upper-level divergence, triggers a Rossby wave train that extends into the Southern Hemisphere midlatitudes. This propagating Rossby wave train creates a high and low sea level pressure pattern that projects onto the center of the South Pacific subtropical anticyclone to intensify its area and strength.
An ANP Model to Generate Performance Indicators for Manufacturing Firms Under a Balanced Scorecard Approach

Abstract This paper presents a method that supports a process for the generation of performance indicators for manufacturing areas within companies. The existing literature in the area of performance management presents frameworks to guide the selection of performance indicators. Particularly, the literature shows the use of multicriteria decision making methods (MCDM) for selecting indicators from a set of predefined ones. This paper goes beyond by developing a method to support the generation of the performance indicators for the manufacturing area. This process is supported by the Analytic Network Process (ANP). The network model, which is based on a Balanced Scorecard (BSC) framework, includes nodes that are grouped into five clusters: long-term objectives, strategic business units, critical success factors, manufacturing decision areas, and human resource management. The proposed method consists of the following major steps: assigning weights to the manufacturing decision areas, diagnosing these areas, and generating performance indices ranked from high to low. The proposed method allows managers to define performance indicators for the manufacturing area that are aligned with the company’s long-term strategic objectives. This is done by the use of an ANP model that captures the complex relationships that exist between the various strategic objectives of the strategy map of a company. As an illustration, an application in a company that produces pork-based food is described. The managers found that the proposed method was easy to understand and easy to follow, and that it was useful for defining performance measures.
Aquaculture extension service in Kenya: Farmers and extension officers perspectives

A cross-sectional study was undertaken to examine the aquaculture extension service in Kenya. Primary data was collected using a semi-structured questionnaire administered to 292 randomly selected fish farmers and 56 extension officers in different counties in Kenya. Descriptive statistics mainly mean and frequencies were computed to determine key characteristics of farmers and extension officers. Inferential statistics were done using the Chi-Square test of goodness of fit at a significant level of P ≤ 0.05. Analyses were done using (Stata 13) and (SPSS version 23). The results demonstrated that youth fish farmers' contribution to the aquaculture sector is relatively low (26%) and extension service is perceived as helpful to fish farmers, though practices and outcomes vary among farmers. The education level of the farmers indicated that farmer literacy level is high and can positively affect adoption of new technologies. The results further showed that the training and visit extension model continues to dominate the sector. In addition, extension officers ranked poorly the possession of appropriate extension and training materials. It can be concluded that the challenges that extension officers face are not new. Thus, changes in government led aquaculture extension service will be ineffective unless they are attached to substantial changes in financing and relevant capacity building initiatives. Key words: Advisory, productivity, training, financing.
Mathematical creative thinking process of the students: an analysis of Wallas stages and personality types

The process of creative thinking and personality types are two important things that must be considered but often overlooked. The purpose of this study to the investigated mathematical creative thinking process seen the stages of Wallas and personality types of Keirsey. This research is in junior high school in Indonesia with survey research methods. Participants 4 students with the guardian, artisan, rational, and idealist personality types. Data were collected with the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) tests, mathematical creative thinking tests, and interviews. The conclusion shows that mathematical creative thinking process of guardian and artisan type: the preparation stage tends to long to understand the problem and in the illumination, a phase is more focused on the ways that have been taught by teachers and less able to develop an idea. While the process of mathematical creative thinking rational type: the preparation phase tends to be faster in understanding the problem, the illumination stage can find ideas and build an idea to develop ideas and ideas unusually. The creative thinking process of idealistic type: in the preparation stage tends to be quick in understanding the problem, the illumination stage is more attached to the ways that teachers have taught.
RURAL WOMEN AND LIVELIHOODS: OPTIONS FOR POVERTY ALLEVIATION IN DROUGHT RISK AREAS OF BIKITA DISTRICT, ZIMBABWE

This paper examined the role of women in livelihoods for the reduction of poverty in drought risk areas of Zimbabwe, case of ward 5, Bikita district. There is an increase of rural women’s participation in economic activities to reduce poverty. The persistence of drought and economic collapse in Zimbabwe influenced the increased participation of rural women in productive activities. Rural women have become breadwinners in most households and have since adopted various livelihood activities to survive. These livelihoods should be able to cater for their daily household needs. A case study design was employed in this study. The study used questionnaires and semi-structured interviews as data collecting instruments. Livelihood activities found included seasonal farming, gardening, and money saving schemes, informal trading, and informal trading. Challenges faced contained within, persistent droughts, economic crisis, lack of economic opportunities, poor access to productive resources, erratic climatic changes and poor infrastructure and technological facilities. Article visualizations:
Peripheral blood abnormalities in patients with Covid 19 hospitalized in the pneumology department of Marrakesh University Hospital

In December 2019, Coronavirus 2019 due to SARS CoV 2 was first discovered in Wuhan, China and then rapidly spread to more than 200 countries. Until now, there is no specific vaccine and no effective treatment, so it is very important from a clinical point of view to predict the evolution of the disease. Thus, in order to further analyze the value of the clinical application of blood count parameters in the diagnosis or management of COVID-19 (Coronavirus disease 2019) patients. Peripheral blood abnormalities of 102 COVID-19 patients hospitalized in the pneumology department of CHU Mohamed VI in Marrakesh were analyzed retrospectively and compared to SARS CoV 2 negative patients. Results: WBCs in the patient group were 8.32 ×109/L vs 5.85 ×109/L, p
Ultra-sonication-enhanced green synthesis of silver nanoparticles using Barleria buxifolia leaf extract and their possible application

Abstract The main aim of the study, green route to the synthesis of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) is a new technique that has recently gained popularity due to several advantages over conventional chemical methods. The objective of the study was focused on the green synthesis of AgNPs using Barleria buxifolia leaf extract via a rapid and eco-friendly ultrasonic-assisted technique. The obtained AgNPs were characterized using ultraviolet–visible (UV–Vis) absorption spectrum of the organically reduced silver showed a surface plasmon peak at 435 nm, characteristic for silver colloidal solutions. UV–Vis absorption spectrum, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), and energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS) analysis showed that the obtained AgNPs were dispersed spheres with a uniform size of 80 nm. Furthermore, the Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) and X-ray powder diffraction (XRD) analysis indicated that the surface of the obtained AgNPs was covered with organic molecules in plant extracts. Green synthesized AgNPs showed the highest antioxidant, antibacterial and anti-biofilm activity than a plant extract. In vitro anticancer assay demonstrated half-maximal inhibitory concentration (IC50) values of 31.42, 30.67, 51.07 and 56.26 µg/mL against MCF-7, HeLa and HepG2 cancer cell lines, respectively, which confirms its potent anticancer action. The biocompatibility of green synthesized AgNPs is confirmed by their lack of cytotoxicity against normal human cells. The potent bioactivity exhibited by the green synthesized AgNPs leads towards the multiple use as antioxidant, antibacterial, anti-biofilm and cytotoxic agent.
Friction dissipation in reciprocating internal combustion engines: cam tappet contact

The interest towards fuel consumption reduction in reciprocating internal combustion engines has achieved a key role starting from the first energy crisis during the 70’s. Even if in alternate phases, such interest had further increased during the following years assuming a fundamental role in the last years. The reason lies in the introduction of regulations that limit the emissions of carbon dioxide, as it belongs to the family of greenhouse gasses. A reduction of the friction dissipation reflects directly on consumption reduction and consequently in an improvement of emissions. The main goal of this research is to model the friction dissipation at the cam tappet interface. In this research an analytic model is proposed, it allows to estimate the dissipation due to friction with a complexity appropriate to that of the design phase and which allows to select between different design solutions in order to optimize the efficiency of the cam tappet interfaces. Model results are coherent with experimental results reported in literature.
The Impact on Older People’s Wellbeing of Leaving Heritage Volunteering and the Challenges of Managing this Process

The benefits of volunteering for older volunteers and for the organisations who host them is well-documented. The impact of being obliged to leave volunteering due to age-related conditions, and any challenges that this creates for volunteer managers, are under-researched. This study explored how volunteers and volunteer managers experienced this point in the volunteering lifecycle and whether the topic warranted further research. Semi-structured interviews were carried out with fourteen older people, who were (or had been) volunteers at one of three cultural heritage organisations in the north-east of England alongside seven volunteer managers from those organisations. These represented the diversity of heritage organisations in the region. Volunteers discussed leaving volunteering in terms of loss but also indicated that forms of personal appraisal and agency were possible, ameliorating the impact of leaving. Volunteer managers discussed how organisational frameworks and the relationships they formed with volunteers shaped their practices. These relationships created a sense of organisational reciprocity which led some managers to exceed the rules in order to sustain people in their volunteering. The results suggest that supporting personal agency could ameliorate the impact of leaving volunteering but that organisations would benefit from articulating the extent and the limits of that support.
Energy Performance Optimization of a House with Grid-Connected Rooftop PV Installation and Air Source Heat Pump

The use of air source heat pump systems for space heating and cooling is a convenient retrofitting strategy for reducing building energy costs. This can be combined with the rooftop installation of photovoltaic panels, which can cover, to a significant degree—or even significantly exceed the building’s electricity needs, moving towards the zero energy building concept. Alternatively, increased capacity for rooftop photovoltaic (PV) installation may support the ongoing process of transforming the Greek power system away from the reliance on fossil fuels to potentially become one of the leaders of the energy transition in Europe by 2030. Standard building energy simulation tools allow good assessment of the Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) and PV systems’ interactions in transient operation. Further, their use enables the rational sizing and selection of the type of panels type for the rooftop PV installation to maximize the return on investment. The annual performance of a three-zone residential building in Volos, Greece, with an air-to-water heat pump HVAC system and a rooftop PV installation, are simulated in a TRNSYS environment. The simulation results are employed to assess the expected building energy performance with a high performance, inverter driven heat pump with scroll compressor and high efficiency rooftop PV panels. Further, the objective functions are developed for the optimization of the installed PV panels’ area and tilt angle, based on alternative electricity pricing and subsidies. The methodology presented can be adapted to optimize system design parameters for variable electricity tariffs and improve net metering policies.
Influence of Fungicide Application and Vine Age on Trichoderma Diversity as Source of Biological Control Agents

Fungi from the genus Trichoderma have a worldwide distribution and are commonly found in agricultural lands. Further, it has been described as a non-virulent and symbiont microorganism that can contribute to minimize the pernicious effects of pathogens. In the present work we have isolated Trichoderma spp. from bark of grapevine in different orchards in order to determine the influence of fungicide application and vine age on Trichoderma diversity in plant. An opposite correlation between the number of fungicides sprayed per campaign and the diversity of Trichoderma spp. isolates was found. Moreover, the older are grapevine plants the higher is the diversity of Trichoderma spp. isolates. The different Trichoderma strains isolated were tested against Phaeoacremonium minimum, a grapevine trunk pathogen, to evaluate their biocontrol capacity. Three Trichoderma strains shown a significant capacity to control P. minimum and were selected as candidates to be used as biological control agents. In addition, a rapid and easy method for isolating Trichoderma spp. from grapevine plants has been developed, which allowed to determine that the reduction in the amount of pesticide use, together with the preservation of old vineyards, lead to healthier agroecosystems containing higher levels of beneficial microorganisms.
Substrate Effect on Plasmonic Cube Dimers: Reversal of Optical Binding Force Induced by Strong Fano Resonance

The behavior of Fano resonance and the reversal of near field optical binding force of dimers over different substrates have not been studied so far. In this work, we observe that if the closely located plasmonic cube homodimers over glass or high permittivity dielectric substrate are illuminated with plane wave polarized parallel to dimer axis, no reversal of optical binding force occurs. But if we apply the same set-up over a plasmonic substrate, stable Fano resonance occurs along with the reversal of near field binding force. It is observed that during such Fano resonance stronger coupling occurs between the dimers and plasmonic substrate along with the strong enhancement of the substrate current. Such near field binding force reversals of plasmonic cube dimers have been explained based on the observed unusual behavior of optical Lorentz force during the induced stronger Fano resonance and the dipole-dipole resonance. Although previously reported reversals of near field optical binding forces were highly sensitive to particle size/shape (i.e. for heterodimers) and inter-particle distance, our configuration provides much relaxation of those parameters and hence should be verified experimentally with simpler experimental set-ups.
Abnormal Uterine Bleeding – A Clinico-pathological Study

Background: Abnormal Uterine Bleeding (AUB) can occur at any age in a woman`s reproductive period and needs to be assessed very carefully and immediately. When it occurs in the older age group, a more meticulous screening for malignancy is imperative so that treatment can be more radical. Dilatation and curettage is a simple, cost effective, safe and a reliable investigation and it gives us a direct access to the target organ. Methods: Study was conducted prospectively on 162 patients presenting with AUB in reproductive, perimenopausal and postmenopausal age group. All the endometrial samples procured from the endometrial curettage were fixed in 10% buffered formalin for 12-24 hours, processed in the automated tissue processor, cut and stained with Hematoxylin & Eosin (H & E) stain and were finally studied in detail for the morphological findings under light microscopy. Result: In our study Secretory endometrium was most common type, which was followed by Proliferative endometrium. Disordered proliferative endometrium and Endometrial hyperplasia were the commonest histopathological patterns seen in AUB of organic type. Endometrial carcinoma was seen more commonly in postmenopausal age group. Further, in our study Mc Cluggage criteria was applied to all the samples to categorize endometrial samples which were unassessable and inadequate. Conclusion: Evaluation of Endometrial samples is important in all patients with Abnormal Uterine Bleeding (AUB) to find out the Organic Pathology. Histopathological typing of endometrium is crucial for appropriate therapy. Its interpretation is quite challenging and also may show considerable interobserver variability. In AUB, the endometrial samples should be taken during the bleeding episode itself. Dilatation and curettage is a simple, cost effective, safe and reliable investigation and gives us a direct access to the target organ.
Board Director’s Age and Compensation on Islamic Banking Risk Taking

The purpose of this study is to determine the effect of board of director’s age and compensation on the level of Islamic banking risk-taking in Indonesia. The population in this study is Islamic Banking in Indonesia. Sample selection using purposive sampling method with 39 annual reports of Islamic banks in Indonesia during 2014 - 2018. This study uses multiple linear regression test. The results showed evidence that the age of directors and directors' compensation have a significant negative effect on company risk-taking. Meanwhile, control variables namely company size and ROA showed no significant effect on company risk-taking. So, this study cannot prove the influence of the size of the company which is proxied by the total value of the company's assets and profitability which is proxied by the value of the ROA ratio on the level of risk-taking in Islamic banking in Indonesia. standard deviation. Based on data from 39 research samples, the RISK variable which is a proxy of corporate risk-taking has an average value of 0.580, a minimum value of 0.059, and a maximum value of 2.036. These results indicate that the level of risk taken by Islamic banks during the period 2014 - 2018 is fairly high with the meaning of risk-averse are 58 percent, and risk-takers are 42 percent.
Pengaruh Rasio Kesehatan Bank (CAR, NPF, FDR, BOPO) Terhadap Return On Assets pada Bank Umum Syariah di Indonesia

Banking financial performance is reflected in their financial reports. Assessment of bank performance can be measured through financial ratio analysis approaches, one of which is the ratio of the bank's ability to generate profits or ROA. In generating good profits, a bank must be said to be healthy, the bank's health ratio which can describe the bank's health condition includes the level of capital adequacy, liquidity ratios, and bank operating expense ratios. The aims of the research are to find out and analyze the influence of the level of bank health ratio on the financial performance of Syariah Public Banks. The population are Bank Umum Syariah (BUS) in Indonesia which is registered in Bank Indonesia directory period 2016- 2020 that is 14 Bank Syariah. This study combined of a research object and one-time dimension, measurement by data analysis tools eviews 8, the test model chosen is the Fixed Effect Model - Least Square Dummy Variable. F test results showed that six variables simultaneously affect the amount of lending with the value of Prob (F-statistic) 0.000000. Hypothesis test results showed that CAR and NPF ratios have no influence to ROA, while FDR has a positive significant influence to ROA and BOPO ratio has a negative influence on ROA.
Unusual case of an isolated prolonged activated partial thromboplastin time

Coagulation abnormalities can present as a diagnostic challenge during pre-operative workup. We report a case of a 71-year-old man with isolated prolonged activated partial thromboplastin time (APTT) noted in the setting of pre-proctocolectomy workup. There was no previous history of clinically significant bleeding apart from intermittent gastrointestinal bleeding in the setting of severe Crohn’s disease. He had undergone previous laparoscopic high anterior resection of the bowel with no prolonged surgical bleeding. Extended coagulation testing including testing with multiple APTT reagents and mixing studies were performed. Despite the mixing studies correcting on 1:1 mix with normal pooled plasma indicating a possible factor deficiency, intrinsic factors (Factors VIII, IX, XI and XII) and contact factor (prekallikrein) studies were within normal limits. Lupus anticoagulant testing performed using two different methods were negative although false negative results are possible given the heterogeneity of these autoantibodies and a weaker lupus anticoagulant may be missed. Overall, commercial laboratory coagulation testing was not helpful in achieving a final diagnosis and we utilised a combination global coagulation assays including whole blood thromboelastography and platelet-poor plasma thrombin generation using calibrated automated thrombogram and ST Genesia for his peri-operative decision making. Interestingly, the patient demonstrated hypercoagulable global coagulation assay parameters including increased endogenous thrombin potential (ETP) and maximum amplitude (MA) on thromboelastography. While extensive testing was inconclusive, global coagulation assays provided reassurance that the patient is unlikely to have an underlying bleeding phenotype.