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The Influence of Relational Capital on the Sustainability Risk: Findings from Chinese Non-State-Owned Manufacturing Enterprises

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the global economy fluctuated while the Chinese economy remained relatively stable—a distinction that has aroused people’s curiosity about the unique operation of Chinese enterprises. Compared with the regularity and competitiveness of traditional market strategy theory, Chinese business management pays more attention to informal institutions and relational capital, which is one of the key features that distinguishes Chinese firms from their Western counterparts. Yet, theoretical research on relational capital against the Chinese cultural background remains scarce, and the particularity laws of the socialist market economy are still unclear. Based on the social capital theory, this paper redefines the concept of relational capital in the context of China and uses factor analysis to construct a relational capital measurement index. On this basis, non-state-owned manufacturing enterprises are then used as a sample to explore the interactive relationship between relational capital and sustainability risk. The empirical results show that relational capital can effectively reduce sustainability risk and ensure sustainable operation. In addition, enterprise growth, enterprise development, and marketization can strengthen the role of relational capital and positively regulate the relationship between relational capital and sustainability risk. This paper innovatively constructs the concept and index system of relational capital in the Chinese context, which is the perfection of relational capital theory. At the same time, it verifies the impact of relational capital on business sustainability, revises the correct cognition of relational capital, and supplements the deficiencies of the extant social socialist market economy research. Supported by both theoretical research and empirical conclusions, corresponding management suggestions are put forward for enterprises, governments, and managers to scientifically guide management practice and provide new ideas for future Chinese-style economic research.
Agile-User Experience Design: Does the Involvement of Usability Experts Improve the Software Quality?

In the past decade, numerous experiments and research proposed to take the advantages of Agile and User Centred Design methods in a mixed method called Agile-User Experience Design or Agile-UX. This combination raises a number of questions. Notably, it remains unclear who should be responsible of the usability in an Agile-UX project development. After a review of the literature on Agile, User Centred Design and Agile-UX, this paper focuses on the involvement of usability experts in Agile-UX. The literature discusses the involvement of usability experts in terms of processes and work methods, but never in terms of the necessity to involve usability experts to improve the software quality. To start answering this question, an experiment was conducted to explore the necessity to involve usability experts in the team. The results are that the involvement of a User Centred Design expert improves the quality of the developed product and the users' satisfaction in Agile-UX. Keywords-Agile; Agile-UX; User-Centred Design; Team composition; Involvement.
The Use of the Minimally Invasive APTOS Thread Method for the Treatment of Female Stress Urinary Incontinence: 3-year Follow-up Results

To assess the long-term (3-year) follow-up of female stress urinary incontinence treatment using minimally invasive Aptos Thread method. 124 women with stress urinary incontinence confirmed by clinical and urodynamic evaluation were treated surgically using Aptos Thread method. Totally favourable results, including improvement (1) and cure (123) were recorded in all 124 patients. The improvement of quality of life, as well as total relief from all symptoms and the restoration of all adjacent organs involved in urodynamic disorders were observed.
Novel MOF-Based Photocatalyst AgBr/AgCl@ZIF-8 with Enhanced Photocatalytic Degradation and Antibacterial Properties

A novel visible light-driven AgBr/AgCl@ZIF-8 catalyst was synthesized by a simple and rapid method. The composition and structure of the photocatalyst were characterized by XRD, SEM, UV-DRS, and XPS. It could be observed that the 2-methylimidazole zinc salt (ZIF-8) exhibited the rhombic dodecahedron morphology with the AgCl and AgBr particles evenly distributed around it. The composite photocatalyst AgBr/AgCl@ZIF-8 showed good photocatalytic degradation and antibacterial properties. The degradation rate of RhB solution was 98%, with 60 min of irradiation of visible light, and almost all P. aeruginosaudomonas aeruginosa (P. aeruginosa), Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus), and Escherichia coli (E. coli) were inactivated under the irradiation of 90 min. In addition, the prepared catalyst had excellent stability and reusability. Based on the free radical capture experiment, ·O2− and h+ were believed to be the main active substances, and possible photocatalytic degradation and sterilization mechanisms of AgBr/AgCl@ZIF-8 were proposed.
A Review on Quality Assurance in MANET

: Requirement of MANET is increasing day by day in the applications of wireless sensor networks. The cause behind the expansion of MANET is the role of mixed media type applications use in different scenario. With the expansion of MANET the research challenges are facing issues related to framework , power constraints and dynamic mechanism hence the improvement is also growing in parallel to the problems due to security and safety. This article covers different types of network attacks observed in MANET applications and the protocols that are used to minimize the effect of these attacks. In this review paper the relations in between the network protocols and routing mechanism are considered in respect to QoSand detailed survey to recognize the parametric challenges related to MANET applications.
The effect of perceived social support and life orientation on anxiety caused by online education in Covid 19 conditions

The Covid-19 pandemic has created a disadvantaged student population due to the sudden obligation for distance learning. Poor performance of online educational tools, risk of transmission and staying at home cause stress and anxiety in students. This research examines the effects of usability and accessibility of the online learning system on students’ anxiety in presence of students’ perceived social support as well as students’ perceived optimistic/pessimistic life orientation. The survey instrument prepared for this purpose includes questions about the online learning system used, Covid-19 anxiety, life orientation and perceived social support. Web-based questionnaires were collected from 5,682 students from different universities and the data was analyzed for the role of social support and life orientation on anxiety caused by stress born of distance learning. Findings show that accessibility has a negative effect on anxiety while the effect of perceived social support on access problems could not be ascertained. It was determined that the optimism dimension had a moderating effect on students’ anxiety and the pessimism dimension had a mediating effect. The research results are consistent with the literature.
EFFECT OF D-RIBOSE ON FUSOBACTERIUM NUCLEATUM PLANKTONIC PROLIFERATION AND BIOFILM MATURATION

Purpose: Periodontopathogenic biofilm structure is one of the most important factors in the etiology of inflammatory periodontal diseases. Quorum Sensing inhibitors (QSi) can inhibit biofilm development/maturation by inhibiting bacterial communication mechanism. In this study, we examined the effects of D-ribose (QSi) on the planktonic growth and bio.film formation characteristics of Fusobacterium nucleatum, an important periodontopathogenic species that has a binding function on early and late colonization types for the development of periodontopathogenic biofilm. Methods: The strain of F. nucleatum (ATCC 25586) and two clinical isolated strains (AHN 9910 and AHN 9508) were used in all tests. Planktonic proliferation (measured as colony forming units) and established biofilm tests (measured as total biofilm mass) were performed in the presence of 50mM D-ribose. Results: In planktonic growth tests, statistically significant increase was observed for F. nucleatum ATCC 25586 and AHN 9508 strains (p
A Narrative Review of Studies Comparing Efficacy and Safety of Citalopram with Atypical Antipsychotics for Agitation in Behavioral and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia (BPSD)

Background: Psychomotor agitation as part of the behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD) is one of the common issues found in aged care facilities. The current inadequate management strategies lead to poor functional and medical outcomes. Psychotropic interventions are the current preferred treatment method, but should these medications be the prescribers’ first preference? This review aims to compare pharmacological interventions for psychomotor agitation, judging them according to their effectuality and justifiability profiles. This is to be achieved by retrieving information from Randomized Control Trials (RCTs) and systematic reviews. Objectives: This review evaluates evidence from RCTs, systematic reviews, and meta-analyses of BPSD patients who have taken agitation treatments. Assessing the efficacy of citalopram, other selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and antipsychotic treatments were compared to each other for the purpose of improving agitation outcomes and lowering patient side effects. Methods: This review includes RCT that compared citalopram with one or more atypical antipsychotics or with a placebo, along with systematic reviews comparing citalopram (SSRI) with antipsychotics such as quetiapine, olanzapine, and risperidone. Studies were extracted by searching and accessing databases, such as PubMed, OVID, and Cochrane with restrictions of date from 2000 to 2021 and published in the English language. Conclusion: There are still a limited number of studies including SSRIs for the treatment of agitation in BPSD. SSRIs such as citalopram were associated with a reduction in the symptoms of agitation, and lower risk of adverse effects when compared to antipsychotics. Future studies are required to assess the long-term safety and efficacy of SSRI treatments for agitation in BPSD.
Computerized-Assisted Scoliosis Diagnosis Based on Faster R-CNN and ResNet for the Classification of Spine X-Ray Images

In order to reduce the subjectivity of preoperative diagnosis and achieve accurate and rapid classification of idiopathic scoliosis and thereby improving the standardization and automation of spinal surgery diagnosis, we implement the Faster R-CNN and ResNet to classify patient spine images. In this paper, the images are based on spine X-ray imaging obtained by our radiology department. We compared the results with the orthopedic surgeon's measurement results for verification and analysis and finally presented the grading results for performance evaluation. The final experimental results can meet the clinical needs, and a fast and robust deep learning-based scoliosis diagnosis algorithm for scoliosis can be achieved without manual intervention using the X-ray scans. This can give rise to a computerized-assisted scoliosis diagnosis based on X-ray imaging, which has strong potential in clinical utility applied to the field of orthopedics.
Family Cohesion in Adulthood as a Function of Parenting Style in Childhood and Enduring Personality Traits

This study examined family cohesion in adulthood as a function of both parenting style in childhood and enduring personality traits. One hundred and ninety eight college freshmen completed measures assessing their parents’ communication strategies during childhood, the strength of their families’ cohesion during adulthood, and their enduring personality traits. Authoritative parenting was positively associated with family cohesion; this association was stronger for individuals with higher scores of conscientiousness and nonsignificant for individuals with higher scores for neuroticism. In addition, authoritarian parenting was only significantly and negatively associated with family cohesion at high levels of conscientiousness.
Relationship between Some Colloidal Properties of Non-Ionic-Anionic Surfactant Mixtures

Non-ionic surfactants are compatible with different types of materials, therefore they can be applied in various packages. Fatty-acid derivates as non-ionic surfactants and their mixtures were investigated to study their colloidal behavior. The HLB value, the particle size, the emulsification capacity and the interfacial tension of various commercial, non-ionic surfactants, and their mixtures with sodium lauryl-ether-sulfate (SLES), were determined. The surfactant mixtures were prepared in different non-ionic: anionic surfactant ratios to examine their effect on several surfactant characteristics. The interfacial tension between the oil phase and aqueous phase was measured using the spinning drop method and the average hydrodynamic diameter of surfactants in the aqueous solution was determined using the dynamic light scattering method. The relationship between various colloidal properties of surfactants was investigated. It was found that there is a significant relationship between the colloidal characteristics and the structure of surfactants that can contribute to their efficient selection method.
Serum and Serum Exosomal CircRNAs hsa_circ_0001492, hsa_circ_0001439, and hsa_circ_0000896 as Diagnostic Biomarkers for Lung Adenocarcinoma

Background Circular RNAs (circRNAs) play an important role in tumorigenesis and several circulating circRNA signatures are closely associated with tumor diagnosis. However, the expression and clinical significance of the two forms of circulating circRNAs, serum and serum exosomal, in patients with lung adenocarcinoma (LUAD), have not been characterized. Methods Three differentially expressed exosomal circRNAs, hsa_circ_0001492, hsa_circ_0001439, and hsa_circ_0000896, were selected based on previous exosomal circRNA sequencing data analyses of LUAD patients. The expression of these circRNAs in serum and serum-derived exosomes of LUAD patients was assessed using quantitative real-time PCR (qRT-PCR), and correlations between circRNA expression and clinicopathological characteristics were analyzed. The reliability of serum and serum exosomal hsa_circ_0001492, hsa_circ_0001439, and hsa_circ_0000896 to diagnose LUAD was evaluated using receiver operating characteristic (ROC) analysis. Results Expression of serum and serum exosomal hsa_circ_0001492, hsa_circ_0001439, and hsa_circ_0000896 were significantly higher in LUAD patients than in healthy donors, and significantly lower after surgery. These three serum exosomal circRNAs were also associated with a higher cancer stage. Exosomal hsa_circ_0001492 expression was positively correlated with carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) and neuron-specific enolase (NSE) levels. An association between the expression of the three serum circRNAs and clinical characteristics was not observed. In addition, the three serum exosomal circRNAs had higher diagnostic sensitivity and specificity than the serum circRNAs, and the area under the curve (AUC) of all three serum exosomal circRNAs was >0.75. The combination of exosomal hsa_circ_0001492, hsa_circ_0001439, and hsa_circ_0000896 had better diagnostic sensitivity and specificity than that of a single marker, with an AUC value of 0.805. Conclusions The serum and serum exosomal circRNAs, hsa_circ_0001492, hsa_circ_0001439, and hsa_circ_0000896, were upregulated in LUAD patients. Serum exosomal circRNAs may serve as more effective biomarkers than serum circRNAs for LUAD diagnosis and may further aid the detection of this disease.
The multilayer and wide-deck vibrating screen based on the innovative long-span vibration exciter

The multilayer and wide-deck innovative single plasmid vibration screen is applicable to the petroleum drilling and the other relevant industries. The structural features and advantages of the components are illustrated, and the innovative long-span vibration exciter together with the steel rope saddle block flexible coupling is emphatically analyzed. Two engineering examples are provided to make the explanation.
An initial investigation of the effect of quality factors on Agile test case quality through experts’ review

Abstract A test case is a cornerstone of the testing process; hence, it is quintessential to ensure the quality of the test cases. However, test case design in the Agile testing process has limitations that affect its quality standards, leading to the failure of many software projects. Previous studies are limited in providing a clear guideline for assessing the test case quality. However, evaluating the quality of test cases will help software testing practitioners to understand some critical issues in designing test cases from various perspectives. Therefore, this paper aims to present the verified factors and criteria of test case quality by software testing experts in an Agile environment. The proposed factors and criteria were verified through expert review techniques, which included an online survey of professionals and those in domain and knowledge experts. Twenty-three industry practitioners, including developers, testers, and systems analysts, were used to identify the domain experts. In contrast, the knowledge experts were drawn from 13 academic areas of software engineering and testing. The results showed that the quality of test cases is paramount in Agile projects; therefore, the experts accept seven factors and 32 criteria with a few modifications and suggestions. The finding may assist the researchers in improving the proposed factors and criteria for validation purposes. Hence, may contribute to software testing practitioners as a guideline in constructing, designing, and assessing compelling test cases. Most significantly, the fixed factors and criteria may contribute to the body of knowledge in the software testing domain and industries.
Evaluation of Automated Hypnogram Analysis on Multi-Scored Polysomnographies

A new method for automated sleep stage scoring of polysomnographies is proposed that uses a random forest approach to model feature interactions and temporal effects. The model mostly relies on features based on the rules from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, which allows medical experts to gain insights into the model. A common way to evaluate automated approaches to constructing hypnograms is to compare the one produced by the algorithm to an expert's hypnogram. However, given the same data, two expert annotators will construct (slightly) different hypnograms due to differing interpretations of the data or individual mistakes. A thorough evaluation of our method is performed on a multi-labeled dataset in which both the inter-rater variability as well as the prediction uncertainties are taken into account, leading to a new standard for the evaluation of automated sleep stage scoring algorithms. On all epochs, our model achieves an accuracy of 82.7%, which is only slightly lower than the inter-rater disagreement. When only considering the 63.3% of the epochs where both the experts and algorithm are certain, the model achieves an accuracy of 97.8%. Transition periods between sleep stages are identified and studied for the first time. Scoring guidelines for medical experts are provided to complement the certain predictions by scoring only a few epochs manually. This makes the proposed method highly time-efficient while guaranteeing a highly accurate final hypnogram.
Small-scale biogas upgrading : feasibility study of small-scale biogas upgrading in Iceland and possible methods

Methods for upgrading biogas to vehicular standards, to reduce the need for petrol and diesel, are examined if feasible for small-scale upgrading. Water Scrubber adsorption and Membrane biogas separation where found feasible. The water scrubber system was found the only available option for upgrading gas from the WWTP anaerobic digester in Vífilfell, being the only one commercially available to upgrade gas below 20Nm/hr being suitable for 9Nm flow in Vífilfell, results show that it is a realistic option for the company if they use the gas for the company vehicles. Dairy-Farm-scale upgrading was found only financially possible for larger farms, with at least 130-140 dairy cows producing more than 20Nm/hr of raw gas. Without any financial support the initial cost becomes too high for farms with fewer dairy cows. Table of
Decision policy scenarios for just-in-sequence (JIS) deliveries

Purpose: The Just-in-Sequence (JIS) approach is evidencing advantages in efficiently managing variety-driven costs, and reducing the risk of disruption in sourcing, manufacturing companies and third-party logistics. This has increased its implementation in the manufacturing industry, especially in highly customized manufacturing sectors such as the automotive industry. However, despite its growing interest by manufacturers, scholarly research focused on JIS still remains limited. In this context, little has been done to study the effect of JIS on the fluidity of supply chains and processes of logistics suppliers as well as providing them with a decision making tool to optimise the sequencing of their deliveries. Therefore, the aim of this paper is to propose a genetic algorithm to evaluate different decision policy scenarios to reduce risks of supply disruptions at the final assembly line. Consequently, an algorithm considering a periodic review of the inventory that assumes a steady demand and short response times is developed and applied. Design/methodology/approach: Based on a literature review and real-life information, an abductive reasoning was performed and a case study application of the proposed algorithm conducted in the auto-industry. Findings: The results obtained from the case study indicate that the proposed genetic algorithm offers a reliable solution when facing variability in safety stocks that operate under assumptions such as: i) fixed costs; ii) high inventory turnover; iii) scarce previous information available concerning material requirements; and iv) replenishment services as core business value. Although the results are based on an auto-industry case study, they are equally applicable to other global supply chains. Originality/value: This paper is of interest to practitioners and academics alike as it complements and supports the very limited scholarly research on JIS by providing manufacturers and 3PL suppliers competing in mass customized industries and markets a tool to support decision-making. Implications for the design of modern supply chain fluidity in the manufacturing industry are also exposed and future research streams presented.