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Dendrogeomorphological potential of Pinus ponderosa Douglas ex C. Lawson for the reconstruction of flash floods in Los Picos de Davis, Coahuila

Introduction: Geomorphological processes, such as flash floods, affect the natural growth of trees. From the dating of disturbances in growth rings, historical events useful for the prevention and mitigation of natural hazards were reconstructed. Objectives: To determine the dendrogeomorphological potential of Pinus ponderosa Douglas ex C. Lawson to date and reconstruct flash floods in Los Picos de Davis, Coahuila. Materials and methods: Samples were collected from 19 dead and living trees with evidence of disturbance (impact scars, growth suppression and compression wood). The samples were prepared, dated and analyzed based on dendrogeomorphological techniques. The reconstructed flash floods were related to historical climate information from hurricanes, tropical cyclones and precipitation. Results and discussion: We were able to date 68 % of the samples with evidence of disturbance; the correlation between growth series was significant (r = 0.403; P < 0.001). The most common anomalies were in the form of scars (72 %), growth suppression (20 %) and compression wood (8 %). Ten flash floods were reconstructed. The causative processes were flash floods, caused by extreme hydrometeorological phenomena, including hurricanes “Alex” in 2010, “Dolly” in 2008 and “Claudette” in 2003. There is synchrony between geomorphological processes and hydrometeorological phenomena. Conclusions: P. ponderosa ring disturbances are useful to reconstruct the frequency and distribution of geomorphological processes.
ANALISIS PENGARUH PEMASARAN MEDIA SOSIAL INSTAGRAM, PERSEPSI BIAYA PENDIDIKAN DAN BRAND RECOGNITION TERHADAP KEPUTUSAN PEMBELIAN PADA STIE WIYATAMANDALA

The increasing complexity of competition has made business actors including STIE Wiyatamandala more able to survive and continue to grow. Therefore, it is necessary to analyze the variables that are relevant to student decisions in choosing STIE Wiyatamandala. This research was conducted with the aim of analyzing the effect of social media instagram, perception of education cost, and brand recognition on student purchasing decisions. From the results of the analysis, it was found that the variables of Instagram social media marketing, price perception, and brand recognition had a significant positive effect on purchasing decisions, and price perception was considered the variable that had the most positive influence on purchasing decisions. These population data were collected from Wiyatamandala students batch 2016 - 2019, with number of samples of 61 people respondents. The sample was chosen by using purposive sampling technique. Primary data were collected by using questionnaire method and analyzed by SPSS using multiple linear regression analysis Based on the research results, it was found that the variables of social media instagram (X1), perception of education cost (X2), and brand recognition (X3) had a significant positive effect on purchasing decisions (Y). The perception of education cost is considered to be the variable with the most positive influence on purchasing decisions
The relationship between medication adherence and affective temperaments in patients with congestive heart failure

Introduction: Congestive heart failure (CHF) is a serious condition and lack of medication adherence is one of the most common problems in the treatment of patients with CHF. This study aimed to determine the relationship between medication adherence and affective temperaments in patients with CHF. Material and methods: This cross-sectional study was performed on 150 patients, who were referred to the cardiology clinic of Ali Ibn Abi Talib Hospital of Zahedan, Iran in 2017–2018. Morisky Medication Adherence Scale (MMAS-8), Temperament Evaluation of Memphis, Pisa, Paris, and San Diego auto questionnaire (TEMPS-A), and Beck Depression Inventory-II (BDI-II) were used to collect data. For statistical analysis, SPSS-18 was used. Logistic regression was done for modeling the relationship between medication adherence. Results: Generally, 54% of the patients were euthymic, while 16%, 23.33%, and 6.66% of them suffered from mild, moderate, and severe depression, respectively. The medication adherence was high, moderate, and low in 30.66%, 46%, and 23.33% of the patients, respectively. There was a significant relationship between medication adherence and depressive (P = 0.049), cyclothymic (P = 0.01), and irritable (P = 0.01) affective temperaments. Only BDI-II score (P = 0.018) was identified as predictors of drug adherence. Conclusions: Despite the statistically significant relationship between depressive, cyclothymic, and irritable temperaments and adherence, affective temperaments cannot be considered as a predictor of adherence in patients with CHF.
Japanese quail (Coturnix coturnix japonica) meat: characteristics and value addition

Japanese quail (Coturnix coturnix japonica), the smallest farmed avian species, has become a popular meat source among consumers. From the producers’ point of view, commercial quail farming is a profitable avenue and the volume is increasing significantly. Producing value added quail meat is an important way to improve marketing opportunities. The purpose of this paper is to review slaughter, carcass characteristics, meat quality and meat composition of Japanese quail. The status of Japanese quail meat consumption, along with marketing strategies, such as the development of new products and processing methods is discussed, and in addition, the paper covers adding value to spent Japanese quail meat by means of tenderisation with natural agents.
Finless porpoises (Neophocaena asiaeorientalis) in the East China Sea: Insights into feeding habits using morphological, molecular, and stable isotopic techniques

Describing feeding habits of cetaceans is crucial to understanding their feeding strategies and conservation status. Here, both morphological and molecular techniques were employed to identify the stomach contents of 122 finless porpoises (Neophocaena spp.) in the East China Sea for insight into their short-term feeding habits, and stable isotopes of δ13C and δ15N were used to analyze prey resource use and trophic position as a manifestation of their long-term feeding habits. In total, 33 prey species consisting of 19 teleosts, seven crustaceans, five cephalopods, and two gastropods were identified. In both short- and long-term analyses, teleosts represented primary prey, cephalopods and crustaceans were secondary prey, and gastropods were occasional prey; but the primary prey species composition differs between the short- and long-term diets. The composition of stomach contents showed sexual and age-related variation. This finding is supported by stable isotopic analyses, which indicated the separation o.
Genetic Optimized Location Aided Routing Protocol for VANET Based on Rectangular Estimation of Position

Vehicle Ad-Hoc Network (VANET) is a dynamic decentralized network that consists of various wireless mobile vehicles with no individual user management. Several routing protocols can be used for VANETs, for example, the Location-Aided Routing (LAR) protocol that utilizes location information provided by the Global Positioning System (GPS) sensors. It can help to reduce the search space for the desired route—limiting the search space results in fewer route discovery messages. However, two essential aspects are ignored while applying the LAR protocol in the VANET-based environment. Firstly, the LAR does not exploit the fact that nodes in VANET do not have pure random movement. In other words, nodes in LAR predict the position of destination node by ignoring the fact that the pre-defined constraint on the destination node navigation is met. Secondly, the nodes in the conventional LAR (or simply stated as LAR) protocol use the location information of the destination node before selecting the route location, which is most likely to expire because of the fast movement of the nodes in the VANET environment. This study presents an estimation based on a heuristic approach that was developed to reject weak GPS location data and accept accurate ones. The proposed routing protocol stated as Rectangle-Aided LAR (RALAR) is based on a moving rectangular zone according to the node′s mobility model. Additionally, the proposed RALAR protocol was optimized by using the Genetic Algorithm (GA) by selecting the most suitable time-out variable. The results were compared with LAR and Kalman-Filter Aided-LAR (KALAR), the most commonly utilized protocols in VANET for performance metrics using Packet Delivery Ratio (PDR), average End-to-End Delay (E2E Delay), routing overhead and average energy consumption. The results showed that the proposed RALAR protocol achieved an improvement over the KALAR in terms of PDR of 4.7%, average E2E delay of 60%, routing overhead of 15.5%, and 10.7% of energy consumption. The results proved that the performance of the RALAR protocol had outperformed the KALAR and LAR protocol in terms of regular network performance measures in the VANET environment.
THE RELATİONSHİP BETWEEN JOB SATİSFACTİON AND AFFECTİVE COMMİTMENT AMONG ADMİNİSTRATİVE STAFF İN SAUDİ ARABİA

Previous researches revealed that there is a relationship between job satisfaction and commitment which in turn benefit the workplaces positively. Organizational commitment consisted of three dimensions, namely affective, commitment, continues commitment, and normative commitment. Job satisfaction has been considered as an important predictor to enhance affective commitment among employees. Therefore, the purpose of this paper is to look at the relationship between job satisfaction and affective commitment among employees of higher learning institutions of Saudi Arabia. This paper employed survey method in collecting data from a sample of 373 administrative employees selected from Saudi Arabian universities. , which will further the understanding of the link between affective commitment and job satisfaction. The data were analyzed using descriptive, correlation and regression through SPSS Version 23. The findings of this paper indicate that job satisfaction has a positive effect on affective commitment at higher learning institutions of Saudi Arabia. This paper also provides discussion on the practical implication of this study toward the higher learning institution in Saudi Arabia.
Culture potentials of climbing perch, Anabas testudineus (Bloch) under different stocking densities at semi-intensive management

Anabas testudineus was cultured at different stocking density for the period of five months from May to September. Three stocking densities such as 50,000 (Treatment-1, T1), 56,250 (Treatment-2, T2) and 62,250/ha (Treatment-3, T3) were tested with three replications. After five months rearing, the mean weights of koi were 46.74±2.59, 40.44±2.98 and 37.27±3.01 in T-1, 2 and 3, respectively. The calculated production of native koi in T1 T2 and T3 were 1,916±314, 1,774.31 ±260 and 1,431 ±297 kg/ha, respectively which were significantly different (p<0.05) from each other.
Gender differences and roles of two science self-efficacy beliefs in predicting post-college outcomes

Abstract The end of college is a key transition point when students prepare for the workforce or graduate school, and when competence beliefs that have been shaped throughout college play a particularly important role in decision-making processes. This study examined the roles of two competence beliefs, self-efficacy for scientific tasks and science academic self-efficacy, during the final year of college. A structural equation model was used to examine science research self-efficacy and science academic self-efficacy as predictors of post-graduation science career intentions and life satisfaction; prior achievement was also included as a predictor of competence beliefs and post-graduation outcomes. Findings indicated that both types of self-efficacy predicted career intentions and life satisfaction. To better understand the processes that contribute to gender gaps in certain science careers, gender differences in mean levels of self-efficacy and in the structural relations among the variables of interest were examined using multi-group analyses. Females reported lower academic self-efficacy, despite having similar levels of prior achievement and outcomes; structural relations also appeared to vary by gender. Results extend theoretical understanding of the roles of two distinct forms of self-efficacy and the potential mechanisms explaining gender gaps in science fields.
CIRCULATING PROFILE OF ROTAVIRUS A, G AND P GENOTYPES BEFORE AND AFTER VACCINE INTRODUCTION IN THE BRAZILIAN MID-WEST 1986-2015

The purpose of this study was to perform a comparative analysis of Rotavirus A (RVA) G and P genotypes circulating in the Brazilian Mid-West in the period 1986-2015. Seven studies conducted from 1986 to 2009 were included, as well as fecal samples obtained in the period 2014-2015. RVA was screened by ELISA and/or PAGE; genotyping by conventional RT-PCR and/or genomic sequencing. A temporal variation in the predominance of G genotypes mainly G1 and G2 with G9 and G12 emergence was observed. Even with vaccination, RVA continues to circulate in the population, requiring continuous virus monitoring.
Burden of functional gastrointestinal disorders in a surgical clinic in Sri Lanka

Introduction: Making a positive diagnosis of functional gastrointestinal disorders based on the patterns of symptoms allows the clinician to manage the patients without further investigations (treat and test strategy) to exclude an organic disorder (test and treat strategy). The objectives were to diagnose and classify the functional gastrointestinal disorders according to Rome III criteria among the patients attending to a Gastrointestinal surgery clinic and to assess the effectiveness of the treat and test strategy. Methodology: In a prospective study data were collected from consecutive patients who were likely to have functional gastrointestinal disorders. Diagnosis and classification were performed by an interviewer administered Rome III questionnaire. They were then treated according to their symptoms and considered for further investigations or only follow up depending on the response. Results: There were 103 patients with “likely FGID” among 665 clinic patients (15.4%) over six-month period. Eighty-two patients fulfilled the Rome III criteria (79.6 %). Forty-nine patients had single FGID (59.7%) whereas 33(40.2%) patients had overlap symptoms. Eighty-one patients (78.6 %) have been followed up for a mean duration of 12.3 months. Sixty-five patients (80.2 %) underwent investigations whereas sixteen patients had only followed up (19.8 %). Three patients (3.7 %) were diagnosed with organic illness during the follow up. Conclusion: Functional gastrointestinal disorders are common among our patients. Making a positive diagnosis initially can avoid unnecessary investigations. Close follow up is necessary to avoid false negatives if empirical treatment (algorithmic approach) is used in the initial management.
Changes in Family Life and Relationships during the COVID-19 Pandemic and their Associations with Perceived Stress

This study explores how the COVID-19 pandemic has changed family life and relationships as well as how these changes affect perceived stress among married men and women. This study investigated changes in family time use, household work, child care, leisure activities, income and expenditures along with relationships between spouses and children using a sample of 627 married persons surveyed online from May 19 to 25, 2020. The results showed that the amount of time spent on household work, child care, and family leisure have increased and that the perceived burden of household work and child care has also increased. Gender differences were found in time use, household work, and child care. Leisure activities have changed toward more time watching TV or online media and playing online games and less time on outdoor activities, shopping, and meeting friends. About 38% of respondents reported a reduction in household income and 22% reported an increase in household debt. The majority experienced no change in the quality of relationships with spouses and children, approximately 20% of the sample reported a positive change in relationships with spouses and children. The findings of multivariate regression indicated that change in work time, negative change in household economy, negative change in household work and negative change in relationships with spouses were associated with marital stress. However, this study found that negative changes in child care and in relationships with children did not affect stress among married parents with children in elementary or secondary school.
Study of Acute Transfusion Reactions in a tertiary care hospital

Blood transfusion is the term used to describe the therapeutic use of whole blood and blood products. Modern-day blood transfusion therapy is a relatively safe procedure because of the discovery of blood groups by Karl Landsteiner in 1901 [1]. Transfusions even though are lifesaving in critically ill patients and having clinical benefits in their treatments, also carries considerable risk to The patient [2]. So consider it as a doubleedged weapon it should be used judiciously. The inherent risks embedded in transfusion varies in severity from minor to lifethreatening [3]. One of the risks involved in transfusion is the risk of getting the noninfectious complications of blood transfusion [4]. These non-infectious complications are known as adverse transfusion reactions and classified into Acute Transfusion Reactions (manifesting within 24 hrs) and delayed transStudy of Acute Transfusion Reactions in a tertiary care hospital R. Gotekar Y.1, Khade A.2* DOI: https://doi.org/10.17511/jopm.2020. i06.07
Effect of genetic and environmental factors on the growth performance traits of Pak-Awassi sheep

Present research was carried out to investigate the genetic characteristics of Pak-Awassi Sheep with respect to the growth performance traits and estimation of the genetic parameters. The 10 years (2004-2013) data regarding the growth performance traits of Pak-Awassi sheep maintained at livestock experimental station Nabisr, Umar Kot, Sindh were utilized for the current study. The result for genetic parameters heritability for birth weight and yearling weight was observed low, while correlation and regression coefficient was observed medium and positive for birth weight and yearling weight. The effect of season was observed significantly higher on lambing rate of Pak-Awasi sheep. It is concluded that winter season has significant effect on lambing rate, while the low heritable traits can be improved with better management and selection practices. Keywords: Pak-Awassi; Genetic parameter; Heritability; Correlation; Regression coefficient http://dx.doi. org/10.19045/bspab.2017. 60054
Gender Diversity and the Choice of Conflict Management Styles in Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises

The current study investigates the relation between biological sex and gender role upon the choice of conflict management styles. The Bem Sex Role Inventory (BSRI) measured the gender role and Rahim Organizational Conflict Inventory-II (ROCI-II) Form C measured the conflict handling styles. Participants were employees of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The results found that biological sex has no correlation with the choice of conflict management style. On the other hand, the findings have shown that gender role is a predictor for the choice of conflict management styles as masculine individuals were highest on the dominating conflict style, whereas feminine individuals were highest on the avoiding style.
Teleworking and Workload Balance on Job Satisfaction: Indonesian Public Sector Workers During Covid-19 Pandemic

The unexpected condition caused by coronavirus disease (Covid-19) in late December 2019 that spread all over the world has changed the human resource workforce. One of the Indonesian government decisions to reduce the infection is home base teleworking (working from home) policies for mostly all sectors in Indonesia, one of them is the public sector. This new work style that has never been experienced before may cause psychological stress of workload and affect satisfaction. This research aims to measure the effects of teleworking on job satisfaction mediated by the workload in 168 public sector workers all over Indonesia. Data obtained using an online questionnaire from February – March 2020 and analyzed use Smart-PLS software. The result showed that teleworking has a significant effect on the workload, but not significant effect on job satisfaction. Workload has a negative and not significant effect on job satisfaction. Hence, the workload is not the best predictor for mediating the effect of teleworking and job satisfaction. Workers in the public sector feeling more stressed during teleworking and it caused their job satisfaction to decrease. This kind of situation can be a sign for the decision-maker on how to improve their worker's job satisfaction during the teleworking.
“Limits of the Kemeny’s Housing Regime Theory” A Comment to Stephens’ Paper

ABSTRACT The comments to Stephens’ crucial overview of Kemeny’s regime theory, discuss two issues. Firstly, the embeddedness of housing in the political and economic system and its narrowed interpretation. Secondly, the analysis of the socialist and the housing systems of the new EU member states based on Kemeny’s approach, which I consider to have low explanatory power and inadequate interpretation of the facts.
Growth performance and lignin content of Acacia mangium Willd. and Acacia auriculiformis A. Cunn. ex Benth. under normal and stressed conditions

Asif M.J., Govender N.T. , Ang L.H. , Ratman W. (2017): Growth performance and lignin content of Acacia mangium Willd. and Acacia auriculiformis A. Cunn. ex Benth. under normal and stressed conditions. J. For. Sci., 63: 381–392. Acacia mangium Willdenow and Acacia auriculiformis A. Cunningham ex Bentham are fast-growing species with wide environmental adaptability. Fast-growing species which thrive in otherwise non-arable problematic soil and which hold the added advantage of improving the condition of the soil, can be used to increase production area, and, thus, are highly desired. We investigated the growth performance and lignin content under normal and stressed conditions for these Acacia mangium Willd. and Acacia auriculiformis A. Cunn. ex Benth. Normal growing conditions was represented by fertile soil, high water-holding capacity due to low soil drainage, high organic matter, low soil temperature, overall consistent rainfall and relatively milder temperatures, whilst stressed conditions were achieved with a sandy soil with low fertility, low waterholding capacity due to high drainage and low organic matter, and high soil temperature accompanied by inconsistent monthly temperature and rainfall. Growth performance under normal conditions was significantly better compared to the stressed conditions. A. mangium performed better than A. auriculiformis under the normal conditions. However A. auriculiformis performed better under stressed conditions due to better adaptability. The lignin content under normal conditions fluctuated from one DBH class to another. As for the stress conditions, A. mangium exhibited incremental increases in lignin content with increasing biomass. In contrast, lignin content in A. auriculiformis decreased with increasing biomass. The differences in performance may be attributable to both the microand macro-environments and adaptive differences between the two species. For growth under normal conditions, A. mangium appears to be the superior choice, whereas for problematic soils, A. auriculiformis can be recommended. However, for the selection of superior plants with a combination of desired growth rates and lower lignin content the breeding of interspecific hybrids would be a desirable approach.