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Formalization in high-technology ventures

This thesis investigates organizational formalization within the context of young Swedish high-technology ventures. The research provides four longitudinal case studies which approach the formalization process in vivo through multiple actor engagement, including a retrospect understanding of the initial development.Formalization has been considered an irrelevant lens for understanding the organization of new ventures and the development of formalized structures. If discussed at all it has been treated as a legitimacy challenge or a consequential problem of growth. A new strand of research gives other indications; it argues that the formalization of structures is among the earliest decisions taken during high-technology venturing. It is also suggested that the earliest decisions direct increased formalization. Emergent knowledge about early formalization, while an important platform, only captures part of the complex formalization process.The results of my research indicate that formalization is an ongoing process that develops in parallel through dual-actors. Management on the one hand, is hesitant and indecisive about how to increase formalization, but uses formalization as an instrument to direct focus among the employees. Employees, on the other hand, pursue formalization through a continuous mapping of core processes. These findings are brought together to reconceptualize formalization from a new venture perspective. The thesis offers a new research framework for future empirical investigation and theory development.
Physiological answers in quarter horses after barrel racing.

The aim of this research was to correlate the heart rate peak and the haematological values to the time obtained by quarter horses during barrel racing. Six horses – three males and three females – were submitted to the test. Performance evaluation during competition was hematological analysis exams after the exercise to the heart rate evaluated every five seconds using appropriate device. The time obtained during the race was recorded as well. The animals Rev. Acad., Ciênc. Agrár. Ambient. , Curitiba, v. 7, n. 3, p. 299-304, jul./set. 2009 300 CAPELLETO, E. C. ; ANGELI, A. L. ; GRAFF, H. Rev. Acad., Ciênc. Agrár. Ambient. , Curitiba, v. 7, n. 3, p. 299-304, jul./set. 2009 had mean and standard deviation values of haematocrit of 55 ± 1.4%, red blood cells count of 9.52 ± 0.6 million/μl, leucocytes count of 11.891 ± 2.046 mm3, fibrinogen of 0.26 ± 0.08 g/dl, maximum heart rate peak of 208 ± 4.5 bpm and racing time of 19.2 ± 0.7 seconds. Results indicate a positive influence of the high values of red blood cells count and heart rate on the shorter time during competition obtained by quarter horses.
Space Robotics Experiments for Increasing Dynamics Modelling Fidelity

In the micro-gravity and hostile space environment the dynamic behaviour of ro- botic manipulators is quite different from their on-ground behaviour. Simulating reduced gravity environment in a ground-based testbed is, if at all, very cumbersome to realize. In- flight dynamic data therefore are required, with the primary goals to update and validate mathematical models and to gain increased confidence in the modelling process, also for more advanced robotized future missions. To increase confidence in the dynamic modelling process and in ground-based simulations, the proper knowledge of system parameters, especially in the non-linear joints, is very important. DLR therefore is preparing Space Station based ro- botic experiments to verify dynamic models and to on-line identify critical joint parameter variances under micro-gravity and hostile environment that severely affect dynamic properties down to performance degradation. A modified time-efficient, on-line identification procedure based upon Recursive Least Squares algorithm has been developed, where the dynamically non-linear model adopted makes a balance between complexity and fidelity in tracking the measured data. The results show that the underlying algorithms and the adopted strategy ex- hibit remarkable features, allowing to the identification of the time-varying parameters with sufficient accuracy. The proposed strategy will predominantly increase modelling fidelity, both, for platform-based systems in low earth and geostationary orbits, and even for planetary rovers equipped with robotics and servomechanisms. ✝ Currently working as guest scientist at DLR.
Modern innovations in unfired clay masonry in the UK

The paper reviews traditional practice and discusses its influence on developments in modern use of unfired clay building materials in the UK. Unfired extruded clay bricks offer new opportunities for modern earthen construction, including much thinner walls more suited to current construction requirements. However, this development is contingent on achieving adequate flexural bond strength between the bricks and mortar. Experimental results from on-going research on unfired clay masonry at the University of Bath are summarised. Test results for bond strength between mortar and bricks are presented. The significance of experimental findings is summarised, including recommendations for construction and design.
Evaluasi Buku Ajar Bahasa Arab Kelas X Madrasah Aliyah: Pendekatan Saintifik Kurikulum 2013

This study aims to evaluate Arabic teaching materials in Islamic High School (Madrasah Aliyah). The purpose of this evaluation is to find out the quality of Arabic textbooks for class X based on the 2013 curriculum, published by the Ministry of Religious Affairs Republik Indonesia in 2014. The 2013 curriculum is a curriculum based on character and competence that requires children to be active in learning. The Arabic language textbooks are evaluated using a scientific approach to know the quality. In this study, the author uses descriptive qualitative methods, namely by emphasizing the aspect of understanding quality in depth to a problem and the results are not in the form of numbers, then systematically describing the facts and characteristics of the objects and subjects studied appropriately. The evaluation results of this teaching material show that from the aspect of presentation it has been systematic, coherent, consistent, and balanced between the chapters. From the aspect of supporting the dish, it does not contain a complete list of supporters. What's more, the connection of sentences is rather complicated. Meanwhile, from the linguistic aspect, there are still some misconceptions, especially in the use of alif and hamzah.
Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises and the Environment : Business Imperatives

Foreword Chris Fay, Chairman, Advisory Committee on Business and the Environment (ACBE), UK Introduction Ruth Hillary, Network for Environmental Management and Auditing, London, UK Section 1: Attitudes and perceptions of small firms to the environment 1. Small firms and the environment: Factors that influence small and medium-sized enterprises' environmental behaviour Ann Smith, Department of Environmental Sciences, University of Hertfordshire, UK, Robert Kemp, London Transport, UK, and Charles Duff, The Groundwork Foundation, Birmingham, UK 2. Small firms environmental ethics: How deep do they go? Fiona Tilley, Foresight Research Centre, Durham University Business School, UK 3. Small and medium-sized enterprises and environmental compliance: Attitudes among management and non-management Judith Petts, Centre for Environmental Research and Training, University of Birmingham, UK 4. Small and medium-sized enterprises' perceptions of the environment: A study from Spain Manuel Ludevid Anglada, Echevarria & Asociados, Barcelona, Spain 5. Sustainable development and small to medium-sized enterprises: A long way to go Paul Gerrans, School of Finance and Business Economics, Edith Cowan University, Perth, Western Australia, and Bill Hutchinson, School of Management Information Systems, Edith Cowan University, Perth, Western Australia 6. Small business, sustainability and trade Lynn Johannson, E2 Management Corporation (E2M), Ontario, Canada Section 2: Environmental management in the smaller firm 7. Environmental management tools: Some options for small and medium-sized enterprises Richard Starkey, Centre for Corporate Environmental Management, University of Huddersfield, UK 8. Size matters: Barriers and prospects for environmental management in small and medium-sized enterprises Agneta Gerstenfeld and Hewitt Roberts, Entropy International Environmental Consulting Ltd, UK 9. What are "appropriate" systems for assessing environmental risks and performance in small businesses? Simon Whalley, Source Environmental Management Ltd and Environmental Risk Rating Ltd 10. The Eco-Management and Audit Scheme, ISO 14001 and the smaller firm Ruth Hillary, Network for Environmental Management and Auditing, London, UK 11. Promoting cleaner production in small and medium-sized enterprises Jonathan Hobbs, Business Council for Sustainable Development (North Sea Region) 12. An approach to sustainable product development relevant to small and medium-sized enterprises John Holmberg and Ulrika Lundqvist, Department of Physical Resource Theory, Chalmers University of Technology and Goteborg University, Sweden, and Karl-Henrik Rob
Multi-storey timber-frame building- modelling the racking stiffness of timber-frame shear-walls

Today, timber structures are receiving attention more and more. Because of the increasing interest in sustainable construction as well as for other reasons, building industry in Europe is (re)-discovering multi-storey timber structures for construction of mid-rise buildings. In this master’s thesis, an analytical calculation method and modelling approach are presented, to calculate the timber-frame shear-wall racking stiffness. With the research, a specific gap in engineers knowledge is completed, and a contribution is made to the development of multi-storey timber-frame structures in the Dutch context of building engineering.
Solar Buildings Research Network Demonstration Projects: Towards net zero energy consumption

The Solar Buildings Research Network (SBRN) carries out research and development on design techniques and technologies suitable for the incorporation of solar energy in residential, institutional and commercial buildings. This paper describes three demonstration projects developed with the guidance of the SBRN: (a) the Ecoterra TM Alouette House; (b) the Alstonvale Net Zero House; and (c) the BIPV/T facade of the new John Molson School of Business (JMSB) building at Concordia University. These three projects make use of building integrated photovoltaic thermal (BIPV/T) systems, combining electricity generation and heat recovery. They also illustrate the potential of current technologies in achieving the net-zero energy target. The Ecoterra TM house and the Alstonvale Net Zero House have been designed to achieve or approach this goal. The facade of the JMSB, located in downtown Montreal, is the largest PV installation in Quebec and showcases an innovative system for heat recovery, appropriate for high-rise buildings.
Scale-Up, Production, and Procurement of PEP Simulants

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory has been tasked by Bechtel National Inc. on the River Protection Project-Hanford Tank Waste Treatment and Immobilization Plant (RPP-WTP) project to perform research and development activities to resolve technical issues identified for the Pretreatment Facility. The Pretreatment Engineering Platform (PEP) was designed, constructed, and operated as part of a plan to respond to issue M12, “Undemonstrated Leaching Processes. ” The PEP is a 1/4.5-scale test platform designed to simulate the WTP pretreatment caustic leaching, oxidative leaching, ultrafiltration solids concentration, and slurry washing processes. The PEP replicates the WTP leaching processes using prototypic equipment and control strategies. This report provides the lessons learned regarding the manufacture and delivery of simulated feeds for PEP testing.
The Effect of Wrap-Around Fins on Aerodynamic Stability and Rolling Moment Variations

Abstract : This report presents the results of an investigation of the effect of wrap-around fins on missile rolling moment coefficient. This investigation was conducted for four fin configurations at free stream Mach numbers ranging from 0.3 to 2.86. The wrap-around fin was found to have a self induced roll moment at zero angle of attack that varies with Mach number. This effect was studied for several fin geometric configurations for the static moment case. Comparisons between the moments caused by the fin cant and wrap-around fins are shown for the rolling case.
Inefficient Procurement in Times of Pandemia

The public health and economic crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic has pushed governments to substantially and swiftly increase spending. Consequently, public procurement rules have been relaxed in many places to expedite transactions. However, this may also create opportunities for inefficiency and corruption. Using contract-level information on public spending from Colombia’s e-procurement platform, and a difference-in-differences identification strategy, we find that municipalities classified by a machine learning algorithm as more prone to corruption react to the spending surge by using a larger proportion of discretionary non-competitive contracts and increasing their average value, especially to procure crisis-related items. In these places, contracts signed during the emergency are more likely to have cost overruns, be awarded to campaign donors, and exhibit a range of implementation inefficiencies. Our evidence suggests that large negative shocks such as the recent COVID-19 pandemic may increase waste and corruption.
Candida utilis: a rare cause of septicemia in children

Candida utilis is an emerging fungal pathogen in blood. The main aim of this study was to describe the prevalence, methods of speciation and antifungal susceptibility of Candida utilis at a tertiary care centre. Methods This was a retrospective study carried out at a tertiary care centre in South India. Over a period of 1 year, three Candida utilis were isolated from blood culture identified by MALDI–TOF MS Version 3.2 and were confirmed by ITS sequencing. Susceptibility testing was carried out by micro broth dilution. Results All three patients had a common risk factor of prolonged ICU stay but the source of infection could not be identified. Candida utilis isolates were identified by MALDI–TOF and confirmed by ITS sequencing. They were pansusceptible to all tested antifungal drugs. Among these, two patients who were treated in hospital had good clinical outcome and response to antifungal drugs. A third patient was lost to follow up. Conclusion Candida utilis was predominantly seen between 0–3 month olds. Conventional methods of speciation were unable to identify C. utilis to species level. Rapid identification was done by MALDI–TOF MS and confirmed by sequencing. Rapid identification leads to prompt treatment and favours a good clinical outcome.
THE EDUCATIONAL AND SOCIAL POWER OF TIME TO KNOW DIGITAL TEACHING ENVIRONMENT

Meaningful learning and achievement gains are more likely to emerge from innovative teaching and learning involving individualized, problem-based instruction, increased motivation, and engagement. This paper describes the Time To Know (T2K) Digital Teaching Platform (DTP) and the preliminary findings on the impact on students' higher-order thinking skills. The subjects were 59 4th grade students, who joined a T2K program in Dallas and 68 4th grade students who learned in traditional settings. The findings showed that learning in T2K program significantly affected mathematics reasoning skills as well as mathematics and English Language Arts learning achievements. The paper highlights the T2K vision of creating a teaching and learning environment designed to empower, but not replace the teacher by promoting a meaningful partnership between a teacher and a DTP.
Handbook of Remote Biometrics: for Surveillance and Security

This comprehensive and innovative handbook covers aspects of biometrics from the perspective of recognizing individuals at a distance, in motion, and under a surveillance scenario. Features: Starts with a thorough introductory chapter; Provides topics from a range of different perspectives offered by an international collection of leading researchers in the field; Contains selected expanded contributions from the 5th IAPR International Summer School for Advanced Studies on Biometrics for Secure Authentication; Investigates issues of iris recognition, gait recognition, and touchless fingerprint recognition, as well as various aspects of face recognition; Discusses multibiometric systems, and machine learning techniques; Examines biometrics ethics and policy; Presents international standards in biometrics, including those under preparation. This state-of-the-art volume is designed to help form and inform professionals, young researchers, and graduate students in advanced biometric technologies.
INFLUENCE OF LACTATION ON COMPOSITION OF MARE'S MILK. Scientific Bulletin. Series F. Biotechnologies, Vol. XXIII, 2019 ISSN 2285-1364, CD-ROM ISSN 2285-5521, ISSN Online 2285-1372, ISSN-L 2285-1364

Mare's milk is valuable because of its nutritional properties. It is used in human food and tartamente for variousdiseases. Mare milk changes its composition depending on the lactation. It has the lowest values in first and secondlactation in lactating 3, the highest values. The fat content varies between 1.88 g/100 g (lactation 1) and 2.17 g/100 g(lactation 3). Milk protein varies between 1.74 g/100g (lactation 1) and 1.92 g/100 g (lactation 3). For colostrum,affecting all day postpartum physico-chemical parameters. The highest values for these parameters are within 3 dayspostpartum. On day 5, the low values are observed. The fat content of the colostrum varies between 2.85 g/100 g, onday 1, and 2.13 g/100 g, on day 5.
Effect of diffusion of anaesthetic gases on fibre-optic view change of laryngeal mask airway and post-operative laryngo-pharyngeal morbidity in children – A randomised controlled trial

Background and Aims: The diffusion of nitrous oxide (N2O) into the air-filled cuff of the classic laryngeal mask airway (LMA) may lead to an increase in cuff pressure (CP) and displacement of LMA affecting its performance. This study was conducted to evaluate the change in optimal position of LMA by fibre-optic bronchoscope, the changes in cuff pressure and oropharyngeal leak pressure (OLP), and post-operative laryngo-pharyngeal morbidity during N2O–oxygen (O2) anaesthesia in children. Methods: After ethics committee approval and written informed consent, 84 children, aged 2 to 8 years undergoing lower abdominal surgery using LMA were included. Anaesthesia was induced with sevoflurane and maintained with either 33% O2 in air (Group 1) or with 33% O2 in 67% N2O (Group 2) along with sevoflurane. The position of LMA using fibre-optic bronchoscope, CP and OLP were recorded at 30, 60 and 90 minutes and at the end of surgery. The incidence of post-operative sore throat, hoarseness of voice and dysphagia was assessed for 24 hours. Results: A mild (Grade 1) change in fibre-optic position of LMA was observed in 6 out of 42 children maintained with N2O–O2 anaesthesia. The cuff pressure was higher than baseline in group 2 at all three time points with the maximum at 90 minutes (93.23 ± 14.86 cm H2O vs. 39.78 ± 7.75 cm H2O; P < 0.05). The OLP was comparable between the groups during the initial 60 minutes and then increased in group 2. The incidence of post-operative sore throat was significantly higher in group 2 (P = 0.008). Conclusion: The diffusion of anaesthetic gases into the air-filled cuff does not change the fibre-optic position of the LMA significantly but increases the cuff pressure and incidence of post-operative laryngo-pharyngeal complications in children.
A literature review of the use of Web 2.0 tools in Higher Education

This review focuses on the use of Web 2.0 tools in Higher Education. It provides a synthesis of the research literature in the field and a series of illustrative examples of how these tools are being used in learning and teaching. It draws out the perceived benefits that these new technologies appear to offer, and highlights some of the challenges and issues surrounding their use. The review forms the basis for a HE Academy funded project, ‘Peals in the Cloud’, which is exploring how Web 2.0 tools can be used to support evidence-based practices in learning and teaching. The project has also produced two in-depth case studies, which are reported elsewhere (Galley et al., 2010, Alevizou et al., 2010). The case studies focus on evaluation of a recently developed site for learning and teaching, Cloudworks, which harnesses Web 2.0 functionality to facilitate the sharing and discussion of educational practice. The case studies aim to explore to what extent the Web 2.0 affordances of the site are successfully promoting the sharing of ideas, as well as scholarly reflections, on learning and teaching.
Changing the Course of Chemistry

The education of chemists and all those interested in chemistry is an ever-evolving endeavor to keep up with the latest innovations, discoveries, concepts, perspectives and techniques of the field. One of the most exciting developments in recent years is the development of Green Chemistry ― the design of chemical products and processes that reduce or eliminate the generation of toxic substances. This chapter seeks to provide an overview of the approaches to building Green Chemistry into the chemistry curriculum by highlighting some of the outstanding work in the field.
OBSERVED AND PREDICTED RESPONSE OF A BRACED EXCAVATION IN SOFT TO MEDIUM CLAY

A test section was established next to a 5.5 m braced excavation in made ground consisting mainly of partially weathered clay elements. A sewer trunk line had to be installed at Pietrafitta (Central Italy), where the Italian Electricity Board (ENEL) is building a new thermo- electric plant. Surface ground movements, strut loads, sheet-pile deflections and strains were measured. The relationships between the in situ observations and the construction sequences showed the strong influence of the construction activities on the sheet-pile performance. The measured ground and bracing system responses are compared with results from standard design procedures and finite element analysis. The empirical relationships by Peck (1969) and the method by Mana and Clough (1981) were used to predict the ground response, while the free earth support method and the Peck (1969) earth pressure envelopes were used to evaluate the loads in the bracing system. A plane strain, total stress finite element analysis was carried out by modelling the excavation geometry, the construction sequences and the soil-sheet pile interface. The FEM (Finite Element Method) capability of accounting for the construction procedures provides a much closer evaluation of the deflection profile, if compared with the predictions obtained by the classical design methods. The ground-surface settlements are matched better by the empirical relationships than by the finite element method, probably because of soil non-linearity or strain localisation phenomena not accounted for in the analysis. The standard design analyses appear to underestimate the loads measured in the bracing system, while a better prediction is obtained through finite elements, in spite of the simple soil model selected. (A) For the covering abstract see IRRD 859983.