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Seed Germination of Elder (Sambucus pubens) and Honeysuckle (Lonicera tatarica)
Authors: Cram W. H.
Published: October 2022

Germination of stratified seed was highest for immature fruit of red elder (Sambucus pubens Michx.), harvested in early August, and for fruit of Tatarian honeysuckle (Lonicera tatarica L.), harvested in mid-August. Neither specific gravity nor moisture content of the fruit were related to seed germination.
Creeping Bentgrass, Kentucky Bluegrass and Annual Bluegrass Seed Germination Response to Elevated Temperature1
Authors: Eggens J. L. , Ormrod D. P.
Published: October 2022

Germination responses of creeping bentgrass (Agrostis palustris Huds.) and Kentucky bluegrass (Poa pratensis L.), and annual bluegrass (Poa annua L.) to elevated temperature were evaluated by germinating seed in sustained temperature regimes or by moving imbibed seed from high to intermediate or from intermediate to high temperatures. ‘Penncross’ creeping bentgrass germinated well at 40°/30°C (day/night) temperature or when moved from 40/30° to 25°/18° or from 25°/18° to 40°/30°. ‘Baron’ Kentucky bluegrass seed germination was decreased by 34°/28° and there was no germination at 40°/30°. Moving imbibed seed from 40°/30° to 24°/18° resulted in a high germination percentage, while imbibition for 12 or 24 hours at 25° resulted in some germination at 40°/30°. Annual bluegrass seed germination was significantly less at 34°/28° than at 25°/18° and was prevented at 40°/30°. Imbibition at 40°/30° prior to 25°/18° decreased germination and there was no annual bluegrass germination at 40°/30° regardlessf of pretreatments at 25° for up to 24 hours.
Heritability and Parent Selection for Fruit Firmness in Red Raspberry1
Authors: Barritt Bruce H.
Published: October 2022

Red raspberry (Rubus idaeus L.) fruit firmness, measured as compression force with a Hunter Series L portable pressure gauge, was determined from 15 parent clones and for 813 seedlings derived from 44 crosses. Heritability estimate for fruit firmness, based on parent/offspring regression, was .90 ± .13. Analysis of variance of progeny data showed that general combining ability variance (additive) was significant and much larger than specific combining ability variance. Of the parent clones, ‘Glen Isla’, ‘Glen Prosen’, SHRI6820/41, and SHRI6820/64 had the firmest fruit and, on the basis of progeny analysis, had the highest general combining ability parent values. Low parental values were obtained for ‘Sumner’, ‘Mailing Leo’, ‘Mailing Admiral’, ‘Taylor’, ‘Haida’, and ‘Meeker’.
The Effect of Container Soil Volume on Plant Growth1
Authors: Spomer L. Art
Published: October 2022

This paper describes a simple laboratory exercise for demonstrating the direct relationship between container soil volume and plant growth in a way that avoids complications caused by soil geometry (shape and depth). This is accomplished by mixing different amounts of gravel into each container soil thereby excluding different volumes of soil from otherwise identical containers.
‘Blairmont’ Apple1
Authors: Thompson J. M.
Published: October 2022

‘Blairmonf apple (Malus domestica Borkh.) has been released by the Agricultural Research Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, to provide a solid-red, sub-conic shaped, marketable cultivar which will develop satisfactory color and finish when grown in areas of southeastern United States where high daytime and, especially, nighttime temperatures often prohibit satisfactory development of the usual appearance attributes of many non-adapted cultivars.
Computer Transformation of Trial Data for Grower Recommendations
Authors: Zettelmeyer Winfrid J. , Teixeira Alvaro J. M.
Published: October 2022

The Algarve is the southern province of Portugal, bound to the west and south by the Atlantic. Climatically it is Portugal's mildest part and corresponds in this respect to southern Spain, southern Sicily, and Cyprus. The rapidly increasing number of plastic greenhouses for vegetable production in this area in recent years demonstrates that Portuguese growers are preparing to take advantage of the opportunities offered by the climate, growing demand from tourism, and the impending entry of the country into the European Economic Community.
A Measurement Technique for ‘Delicious’ Apple Shape1
Authors: Kuhn Eric D. , Ambrose John T. , Unrath C. Richard
Published: October 2022

A simple measure of fruit asymmetry was used to evaluate fruit shape in ‘Delicious’ apple (Malus domestica Borkh.). The maximum/minimum length ratio, the ratio of the maximum distance between an individual calyx lobe and the stem end shoulder of the fruit to the minimum distance between calyx lobe and stem end shoulder, gave consistent results for evaluating normal and abnormal fruit shape.
Asexual Reproduction of Jojoba by Air Layering1
Authors: Alcaraz-Melendez Lilia , Ayala-Rocha Bernardo
Published: October 2022

Jojoba [Simmondsia chinensis (Link) Schenider was air-layered using combinations of indolebutyric acid (IBA) and naphthaleneacetic acid (NAA). The highest percentage of rooting in pistillate clones was 0.002 m IBA + 0.02 m NAA, and in staminate clones was 0.02 m IBA + 0.02 m NAA. There was a significant difference in the percentage of rooting, but no difference in the number of roots between staminate and pistillate clones.
Sensitivity of Watermelons to Ethylene during Storage1
Authors: Risse Lawrence A. , Hatton T. T.
Published: October 2022

‘Charleston Gray’ watermelons [Citrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum & Nakai] exposed to various concentrations of ethylene (C2H4) for 3 or 7 days of storage at 18°C deteriorated rapidly. Exposure to C2H4 reduced the rind thickness and firmness of melons. Almost all of the melons exposed to 30 or 60 μl/liter ethylene for 7 days were unacceptable for consumption.
Analysis of Physical and Chemical Parameters of the Shells of Pecan Genotypes in Reference to the Production of Phenolic Plastics and Resins1
Authors: Kays Stanley J. , Payne Jerry A.
Published: October 2022

The range in critical physical and chemical characteristics of the shells of mature fruit (nuts) of pecan [Carya illinoensis (Wang.) K. Koch] were assessed for 16 major cultivars and 2 selections. Nut physical parameters varied widely among genotypes. Total nut weight varied from 5.3 to 10.4 g; kernel weight, from 2.8 to 5.1 g; shell weight, from 1.6 to 4.1 g; packing tissue weight, from 0.6 to 1.7 g; and shell thickness, from .62 to .98 mm. An even greater range was found among genotypes in the concentration of extractable phenolics which could be used in resins and plastics. Extractable phenolics varied from 6.3 to 20.9% of the total shell weight (shell + packing tissue), from .06 to 1.5% in the shell alone, and from 20.2 to 52.6% in packing tissue. Commercially separated samples of packing tissue contained 6.24% extractable pecan oils.
‘Carolina Red’ Nectarine1
Authors: Werner Dennis J. , Ritchie David F.
Published: October 2022

‘Carolina Red’ is a medium-sized, firm-fleshed, early season nectarine [Prunus persica (L.) Batsch] exhibiting commercial resistance to bacterial spot, (Xanthomonas campestris pv. pruni).
Concentrations of Four Gases in Soils of Blight-affected and Healthy ‘Valencia’ Orange Trees1
Authors: Bausher M. G.
Published: October 2022

Concentrations of oxygen, carbon dioxide, ethylene, and methane did not differ significantly in soil containing blight-affected and healthy ‘Valencia’ orange trees [(Citrus sinensis (L.) Osbeck]. Methane was found in soils during all sampling, with the highest levels occurring during the July and October collections.
Evaluation of Mulches for Use in the Home Garden
Authors: Ashworth Stephen , Harrison Helen
Published: October 2022

Nine mulch treatments—2 organic, 6 synthetic, and a control—were evaluated for use around 5 vegetable crops and 2 woody ornamental species. Distinct diurnal soil-temperature regimes developed under the mulches resulting in differences in plant growth and yield. No single mulch performed best for all species.
Endogenous Growth Regulators in Tracheal Sap of Citrus
Authors: Saidha Tekchand , Goldschmidt Eliezer E. , Monselise Shaul P.
Published: October 2022

Tracheal sap was extracted from stem and root segments of ‘Troyer’ (Poncirus trifoliata × Citrus sinensis), ‘Volkamer’ lemon (C. volkameriana), and sour orange (C. aurantium L.). Thirty to 100 μl of sap were used for determination of amino acids, cytokinins, and gibberellins. Proline, γ-aminobutyric and aspartic acid, arginine, and serine were the main (90–94%) amino acids found in sap of ‘Troyer’ and ‘Volkameriana’. Cytokinin-like activity was higher in orange (C. sinensis Osb.) trees on ‘Volkamer’ lemon than on ‘Troyer’ rootstock. Gibberellin activity in alternate-bearing ‘Wilking’ [‘King’ × ‘Willowleaf’ (C. reticulata Blanco × C. sinensis) × C. reticulata] sap was higher in fruiting shoots late in the on-year than in nonfruiting shoots late in the off-year.
The Effects of Triacontanol on the Growth and Development of Tabasco Pepper
Authors: Mamat Awang S. B. , Fontenot J. F. , Newsom D. W.
Published: October 2022

Triacontanol (1-hydroxytriacontane) applied as a soil drench 18 and 43 days after planting increased the plant height of 71-day-old seedlings of Tabasco pepper (Capsicum frutescens L.) in a greenhouse experiment. Triacontanol applied as a soil drench at transplanting significantly increased early maturity, total yield, and number of fruits in the field.
Scientific and Technological Opportunities in Agricultural Development in Less-Developed Countries
Authors: Cummings Ralph W.
Published: October 2022

Agricultural development, in the third world, as in any part of the globe, is a very complex phenomenon on which as yet we have a very imperfect understanding of how it can be addressed and influenced in a positive and constructive way. We do realize that it involves many human, political, institutional, and economic dimensions. And at the same time, I hope we all appreciate the fact that there must be available a sound, well-understood, and dependable scientific-technological base on which to devise the interventions designed to promote development if these forces are to work effectively.
An Inexpensive Leaf Chamber for Measuring Net Gas Exchange
Authors: Syvertsen J. P. , Smith M. L.
Published: October 2022

An inexpensive, well-stirred chamber for measuring net fluxes of CO2 and H2O vapor from single leaves was constructed from readily available materials. It incorporates a fan that maximizes air turbulence and boundary-layer conductance. Leaf temperature can be maintained within ± 0.5°C of air temperature. Temperatures can be varied for experimental purposes or can be maintained constant even under varying heat loads using a temperature-controlled water circulator. When used in conjunction with such a circulator and CO2 and H2O vapor analyzers, this chamber can become an inexpensive yet useful component of a gas-exchange system.
Chimeras and Variegation: Problems in Propagation
Authors: Vaughn Kevin C.
Published: October 2022

Chimeras are defined as organisms containing 2 or more genetically distinct cell types. Horticulturally, the most important type of chimera is the variegated leaf chimera in which the pale (yellow or white) leaf areas differ from the green leaf areas by a gene (or genus) for chlorophyll, carotenoids, or a chloroplast protein (10, 30, 31). Likewise, most of what is known about chimeras in general is based upon studies of these variegated plants.
Height Control in Chrysanthemum as Affected by Foliar Spray Solution pH of Several Growth Retardants
Authors: Reed David Wm. , Nightingale Arthur E.
Published: October 2022

At recommended rates, butanedioic acid mono-(2,2-dimethyIhydrazide) (daminozide) was the most effective in limiting height increase, α-cyclopropyl-α-(4-methoxyphenyl)-5 oyrimidine (ancymidol) was slightly less effective, and (2-chloroethyl) trimethylammonium chloride (chlormequat) had no effect compared to the controls when applied as foliar sprays to Chrysanthemum x morifolium Ramat. cv. Early Golden Hill. There was no significant effect of spray solution pH on controlling height by any of the growth retardants.
Identification of Root-promoting Substances from Picea glauca var. albertiana
Authors: Tognoni Franco , Lorenzi Roberto
Published: October 2022

Root-stimulating substances have been isolated from tissues of Picea glauca (Moench) Voss. var. albertiana (S. Brown) Sargent cv. Conica. Purification of a methanolic extract by different chromatography systems, concentrated the biological activity mainly in a fraction which upon gas chromatograph–mass spectrographic (GC–MS) analysis indicated the presence of dihydrocholesterol.
Two Types of Internal Breakdown in ‘Delicious’ Apples
Authors: Fukuda Hiroyuki
Published: October 2022

Internal breakdown in ‘Delicious’ apple (Malus domestica Borkh.) fruit was classified morphologically into 2 types. Type I breakdown was related closely to the intensity of watercore and type II breakdown was related to low Ca.
Induction of Chilling Injury in Stored Avocados with Exogenous Ethylene
Authors: Chaplin Grantley R. , Wills R. B. H. , Graham Douglas
Published: October 2022

Fruit of avocado (Persea americana Mill.) were stored for up to 6 weeks in air or ethylene-enriched air at low temperatures. In one experiment, opposite ends of intact fruit were exposed individually to ethylene-enriched air. The severity of chilling injury of ripened fruit was significantly greater in fruit or fruit ends exposed to low ethylene concentrations.
‘Regal’ Elm
Authors: Smalley E. B. , Lester D. T.
Published: October 2022

Major sources of genes for resistance to Ceratocystis ulmi Buis. (C. Moreau) (cause of Dutch elm disease) occur in several Asian elm species including U. parvifolia Jacq., U. pumila L., U. wallichiana Planch., U. chumlia Melville & Heybroek, U. japonica (Rehd.) Sarg., U. laciniata (Trautv.) Mayr, and U. villosa (Brandis ex Gamble) (7, 9). European species U. carpinifolia Gled., U. glabra Huds., hybrids U. x hollandica Mill, and U. elliptica Koch are considered to be moderately susceptible, but when screened often yield individuals with high levels of resistance (4, 5, 6). The recent discovery of new virulent strains of the pathogen in Europe, Britain, and Southwest Asia have cast doubts on the usefulness of such resistant hybrid cultivars derived solely from the European elm species (1, 2).
Developmental Stages of ‘Flora-Dade’ Tomatoes
Authors: Pena J. E. , Waddill V. H. , Volin R. B. , Ramos-Ledon L.
Published: October 2022

Phenological stages of ‘Flora-Dade’ tomatoes are described using a nomenclature system to be used for tomato pest management. Two vegetative stages (TV1, TV2) are listed as well as 3 reproductive plant stages (TR1, TR2, and TR3). Vegetative stage TV1 describes plants 1–15–days old with 2–3 primary leaves. TV2 describes plants 6–39 days–old with 5–7 leaves. Reproductive stages (TR1 TR2, and TR3) cover plants 40–135 days–old, characterized by presence of flowers clusters, and fruit formation and ripening. Characteristics of each stage are discussed. A senescent stage (TS1) is present from 136–200 days after plant emergence.
The Influence of Chlormequat and Daminozide on Net Photosynthesis, Transpiration, and Photorespiration of Hybrid Geranium
Authors: Armitage A. M. , Tu Z. P. , Vines H. M.
Published: October 2022

Foliar application of 0.3% CCC applied to geranium (Pelargonium x hortorum Bailey) resulted in increased net photosynthesis (Pn), transpiration (Tr), chlorophyll concentration, and reduced photorespiration as measured by post lower illumination CO2 burst (PLIB) compared with plants treated with 0.5% SADH. Pn and Tr rates were enhanced beginning 2 to 3 days after the CCC treatment compared with control plants and remained elevated for a least 4 to 5 more days.
BC 72-1-7 Red Raspberry
Authors: Daubeny Hugh A. , Sjulin Thomas M.
Published: October 2022

BC 72-1-7, a selection from the British Columbia red raspberry (Rubus idaeus L.) breeding program, is being released as germplasm. It has a unique combination of desirable horticultural characteristics and resistance to several pests which will make it a useful parent. The selection is homozygous for gene Ag1 which confers resistance to Amphorophora agathonica Hottes, the aphid vector of raspberry mosaic virus. It is the 1st genotype described which is homozygous for the characteristic. The use of BC 72-1-7 as a parent makes it unnecessary to screen for aphid reaction, since all its seedlings will be resistant. Other useful characteristics of this selection are varying levels of resistance to several diseases including root rot, most likely caused by Phytophthora erythroseptica Pethb., postharvest fruit rot caused by Rhizopus spp., and probable resistance to pollen transmission of raspberry bushy dwarf virus (RBDV). Useful horticultural characteristics are high yield and bright red, nondarkening fruit color.
Rapid Multiplication of Xanthosoma caracu by in Vitro Shoot Tip Culture
Authors: Asokan M. P. , O’Hair S. K. , Litz R. E.
Published: October 2022

Shoot tips of Xanthosoma caracu were cultured and rooted successfully in 5 to 6 weeks in an agitated liquid Murashige and Skoog (MS) basal medium with 100 mg/liter ascorbic acid and multiplied in MS basal medium with (per liter) 250 mg NaH2PO4 · H2O, 0.4 mg thiamine-HCl, 30 mg adenine sulphate, 8 g Difco Bacto agar and supplemented with 2 mg benzylaminopurine (BA), and 0.5 mg indoleacetic acid (IAA). Multiplication rate was 45 to 70 plants per culture flask within 9 to 10 weeks after subculture.
In Vitro Germination of Avocado Pollen
Authors: Sahar N. , Spiegel-Roy P.
Published: October 2022

Avocado pollen was germinated in vitro without recourse to germination on the style. The technique employed involved inclusion of pollen grains in liquid medium of 15% sucrose and minerals and application of 1 or 2 drops on 1% agar plus 15% sucrose and minerals. No germination was obtained on agar plus sucrose without placement of pollen in liquid first. Of the cultivars tested, ‘Ettinger’ and ‘Nabal’ pollen germinated best, and ‘Fuerte’ was the poorest. The optimum temperature for germination was 25° to 27°C. Addition of Ca to the liquid proved beneficial.
Influence of High Temperature on Pollen Grain Viability and Pollen Tube Growth in the Styles of Phaseolus vulgaris L.1
Authors: Halterlein Anthony J. , Clayberg Carl D. , Teare Iwan D.
Published: October 2022

Four cultivars of Phaseolus vulgaris L. were studied in a growth chamber experiment to determine the effect of high temperature stress on pollen viability and pollen tube growth in styles. Compared with an optimal growing temperature (25/20°C, day/night), stress temperatures (35/20°, day/night or 35° constant) reduced the percentage of viable pollen for all cultivars, but cultivar differences were apparent. Beans generally produced only small quantities of pollen under normal growing temperatures but much more under high temperatures, again with cultivar differences. Finally, stress temperatures did not reduce the ability of pollen tubes to grow to the base of the style. Our results suggest that injury to pollen at high temperatures up to 35° is not likely to hinder the ability of beans to set pods.
Physical and Chemical Characteristics of Lemons from Several Countries1
Authors: McDonald R. E. , Hillebrand B. M.
Published: October 2022

Comparisons were made of some physical and chemical characteristics of lemons (Citrus limon L.) imported into western Europe from 11 countries of origin. Statistically significant differences in quality characteristics were found. Fruit from Chile, Cyprus, Israel, and the United States was the most uniform in yellow coloring. Lemons from Argentina, Israel, South Africa, and Uruguay tended to be rounder than more elongated fruit from Spain and Turkey. Thickest peels were found in Chilean, Greek, Italian, and Spanish fruit, and thinnest peels in South African and Uruguayan fruit. Regardless of origin, the largest fruit had the thickest peel and contained a lower percentage of juice. Israeli lemons had the highest percentage of juice and Argentine, Chilean, and Spanish fruit, the lowest. Total soluble solids (TSS) concentration was highest in juice of fruit from Cyprus and Turkey and lowest in fruit from South Africa and Spain. Total acid (TA) concentration was highest in Turkish fruit and lowest in Italian, South African, and Spanish fruit. Smaller fruit from most countries had higher concentrations of ascorbic acid than larger fruit. Chilean lemons had the highest, and Turkish and U.S. lemons the lowest, ascorbic acid levels.
Pulse Treatments with the Silver Thiosulfate Complex Extend the Vase Life of Cut Carnations1
Authors: Reid Michael S. , Paul J. L. , Farhoomand M. B. , Kofranek A. M. , Staby G. L.
Published: October 2022

Immersing stems of carnation flowers (Dianthus caryophyllus L. cv. White Sim) in solutions containing a silver thiosulfate complex prepared by combining silver nitrate with sodium thiosulfate (molar ratio 1:4) doubled their vase life (from 5 to more than 10 days). The effect could be achieved by treating stems with solutions containing as little as 1.0 mM Ag with a pulse as short as 10 minutes. Silver uptake estimations indicated that a minimum of 0.5 μmol Ag was required per stem for maximum vase life and that more than 5 μmol Ag per stem was toxic.
Nutritional Status of ‘Bartlett’ Pear on Cydonia and Pyrus Species Rootstocks1
Authors: Chaplin M. H. , Westwood M. N.
Published: October 2022

The nutritional status of ‘Bartlett’ pear growing on P. communis seedling, Old Home × Farmingdale (OH×F), and several Pyrus species seedling rootstocks was compared to those growing on Bartlett seedling rootstock at 3 locations over a 2-3 year period. Few significant differences were found in leaf element content of scions growing on Bartlett seedling rootstock and those on the rootstock clones or other Pyrus seedlings. Nitrogen was higher in the scions on 5 of the OH×F rootstocks but did not seem related to yield efficiency. Generally the leaf element content of Mg and Mn was lower and Fe higher in leaves of trees growing on the OH×F clonal rootstocks when compared to trees on Bartlett seedling. Nutrient uptake and passage through graft unions appeared unrelated to the degree of graft compatability, based on the similarity of nutrient levels of ‘Bartlett’ scions grafted directly on quince rootstock and those with an Old Home interstem. Root system genetics seems to be the controlling factor of nutrient uptake rather than the interstock.
Storage Temperature, Relative Humidity, and Time Effects on the Organoleptic Profile of Walnut Kernels
Authors: Mitcham Elizabeth , Adkison Claire , Lingga Nico , Bikoba Veronique
Published: October 2022

Four cultivars of English walnut (Juglans regia) were evaluated by a trained taste panel after 6 and 12 months of storage. English walnuts were stored at 5, 15, or 25 °C, and at 40%, 60%, or 80% relative humidity within each temperature. Principal component analysis was used to compare taste, texture, and aroma attributes evaluated by the taste panel to objective indicators of English walnut quality including water activity, moisture content, free fatty acids, peroxide value, hexanal content, and kernel color. Temperature was found to significantly impact English walnut oxidation and perceived rancidity, whereas storage at high relative humidity affected English walnut texture and accelerated quality loss. Water activity was more strongly correlated to textural changes than moisture content. The effect of relative humidity was more pronounced at lower temperatures, leading to increased hydrolytic rancidity and free fatty acids. Peroxide value had higher and more significant correlation to sensory attributes related to rancidity than hexanal. Free fatty acids were not correlated to the rancid sensory attribute, but were significantly correlated to bitter. English walnuts stored at 5 °C with 40% or 60% relative humidity were associated with the sweet sensory attribute and L* value (light color). Kernel darkening was associated with bitter and rancid, but a causal relationship is unknown. Sensory quality of English walnuts is complex and requires further study to establish thresholds for chemical indices of English walnut quality loss based on organoleptic perception.
Buy now or regret later: Social media-induced panic buying of medical supplies during COVID-19
Authors: Parveen Huma , Suhail Ajina Ahmed , S. M. Habbas Najat , Abdulaziz Saleh Al-Faryan Mamdouh , S.D. Khaled Amgad
Published: October 2022

A huge body of research analyzed panic buying during the pandemic; however, there is a dearth of studies scrutinizing social media triggering panic buying of drugs and medical supplies. This study assesses the impact of social media on panic buying of drugs and medical supplies during COVID-19. An online survey was conducted in the Delhi-NCR region (India) using a 5-point Likert scale questionnaire. The data were collected from the respondents (N = 250) who were youngsters considering their pivotal role in the battle against COVID-19. Regression analysis in SPSS was used to process the data. The results manifested a strong impact of social media on buying behavior during COVID-19. Perceived scarcity (p = .000), perceived quality (p = .000), perceived cost (p = .000) of medical supplies, and fear-of-missing-out (p = .000) were found to strongly influence panic buying. Further, perceived scarcity was found to have a significant impact on FOMO (p = .0400). At the same time, perceived cost also had a substantial effect on perceived quality (p = .0100). The results indicated that perceived scarcity did not affect perceived quality (p = .0600). People indulged in hoarding during COVID-19 to remove their fear of missing out. The perception of scarcity of medicines, the quality degradation that may happen later, or the likelihood that costs may increase in the future contributed fairly to people stockpiling. Perceived scarcity also induced fear of missing out, while perception about the quality was dependent on perceived cost.
Cognitive categorization of new hybrid products and implicit attitude formation: Empirical study of sensory stimulation
Authors: Abdelaziz Bahoussa , Ikrame Masrhouni
Published: October 2022

According to social psychology researchers, categorizing a new product may involve the formation of automatic judgments at the subconscious level. This study aimed to ascertain if attitudes might be formed unintentionally when categorizing a new hybrid product under the effect of associated sensory inputs. Data were collected using an explicit and implicit approach: an explicit categorization measure, an explicit attitude scale, and the “Single Category Implicit Association Test’’ (SC-IAT), from 280 Moroccan university students having a normal sense of smell and taste, under the effects of two types of sensory stimuli (smell and taste) and according to two learning conditions linked to two categories of existing products. The data were then computed and processed using the “Statistical Package for Social Sciences” and the “Inquisit Lab’’. The study’s findings revealed that the respondents were able to categorize the new product into one of the targeted categories (depending on the learning condition of each category) after exposure to sensory stimuli (olfactory and gustatory stimuli) related to this product and were also able to form an implicit and explicit attitude towards it. The occurrence of the categorization process and the formation of these two distinct types of attitudes can be explained by the olfactory and gustatory sensory stimulation during the experiment, which helped the participants recognize the basic domain of the new product and then transfer knowledge and affects to it.
Sustainability awareness in society and its impact on the level of responsible business adoption in the business sector of Dubai
Authors: Mousa Eltoum Abubaker , Yatiban Aminurraasyid , Omar Rusdi , Islam Rabiul
Published: October 2022

The private sector is assisting in sustainable development because of the enormous development and rise in commercial and industrial revolutions. However, corporate social responsibility is declining despite this development for several reasons. Among others, they include a lack of belief on the part of owners or boards of directors in the sustainability idea and the prohibitively expensive nature of some technologies. This study aims to examine how community members’ awareness relates to the amount of commitment of businesses in Dubai. In order to investigate the association between two variables, this study used a mixed methods approach that included both interviews and a general questionnaire with several questions. A sample of 314 members of the Dubai community was selected via an electronic platform to collect the data. Descriptive analysis, regression analysis, and pertinent correlations were used to process the data. The findings of this study were encouraging regarding the strength of the link between a person’s social consciousness and their level of commitment to businesses and organizations operating in the exact United Arab Emirates community. Further studies can investigate additional influential factors. The conclusions of this paper may serve as valuable tools for pressuring businesses to increase their effectiveness and efficiency to forge a genuine societal commitment to sustainability.
AcknowledgmentFinancial assistance provided by the RIMC (14802) of University Utara Malaysia is gratefully acknowledged.
Tabu a gyermekirodalomban
Authors: Csőgér Lilla
Published: October 2022

Varga Emőke, Turcsányi Enikő és Pusztai Virág (Eds., 2021). Tabu a gyermekirodalomban. Budapest: Magyar Gyermekirodalmi Intézet Kft. ISBN: 9786158130530
How Halal Labelled Products Influence on Repurchase Intention
Authors: Quds Kevin Aushaf , Hardjono Retno Kusumastuti
Published: October 2022

Innovation is a source of competitive advantage. Halal labelled as an output of innovation is still very rare in research and publication. This study examines the influence of innovation attributes on repurchase intention of halal-labelled products of PT Indofood Sukses Makmur Tbk. The respondents are people who have purchased Indofood products and live in Jabodetabek area, amounting to 188 respondents. Data analysis applied simple linear regression test using SPSS software. Quantitative method conducted in this research and data collected through digital form questionnaire derived from each variable. The research results indicated that four dimensions of innovation attributes, namely relative advantage, trialability, observability, and compatibility, have a positive effect on repurchase intention, while one dimension, namely complexity, has a negative effect. It indicates that innovation attributes will be able to increase repurchase intention.
Strategies for SME Digital Ecosystem in Indonesian Metal Industry
Authors: Yudianto Bernadinus , Trilaksono Teddy , Setiawati Isti Budhi , Wijanarti Sri Widya , Suhartanto Eko
Published: October 2022

SMEs can achieve the paradigm shift they need for development by creating a business ecosystem that will improve their skills and technicalities through digital media. This study aims to identify several strategies that can influence changes in the digital ecosystem development for SMEs in Indonesia to help them survive and be sustainable. This research focuses on a single case study approach. Citeureup metal industry centre was chosen by involving 70 SMEs spread across the Citeureup area. This study found that four strategies can be applied to develop a digital ecosystem. The first is helping SMEs to level up, and the second is connecting with the surrounding stakeholders. The third is to help SMEs expand their market, and the last is to help them build regeneration strategies.
Open Innovation Strategy in Indonesia ICT Industries
Authors: Yuana Rivira , Prasetio Eko Agus , Syarief Rizal , Arkeman Yandra , Suroso Arif Imam
Published: October 2022

The research objective is establishing the relationship between business model, open innovation, and a firm’s performance in context-based corporate accelerator program held by Indonesia ICT industries. The crucial relationships between startup and industry collaboration are: co-creation; IP-sharing; reducing R&D costs; the need for risk sharing; and the primary driver of companies’ sustainability growth. Co-creation becomes the most reliable driver in the issue of the importance of collaboration, and it leads to an independent factor that should be firstly developed and continuously improved. The IP-sharing and risk-sharing factors are both reliable drivers but medium dependent. The startups and industries must have a proper contractual agreement once they decide to share the IP and risk. The integrity factor will be necessary for mutual benefit. Reducing R&D costs and the main driver of the company’s sustainability growth are the dependent variables or outcomes of the collaboration between startups and leading industries.
Paulo Freire e o ensino fundamental
Authors: Carvalho Marco Antônio Batista , Estrada Adrian Alvarez , Alves Fabio Lopes , Soligo Valdecir
Published: October 2022

A formação de estudantes, em qualquer que seja o nível de escolarização, enseja sempre a necessidade e a expectativa de que esses sejam sujeitos críticos. Esse texto, com uma abordagem qualitativa, se ocupa em provocar, a partir de uma perspectiva freireana, o que pode ser essa formação e esse exercitar da criticidade, não se ocupando com um corolário de definições, mesmo que de renomados pesquisadores, sobre o que venha a ser um sujeito crítico, uma necessidade básica para se poder pensar em um processo de escolarização que viabilize essa almejada formação crítica. Para isso, o texto apresenta e discute algumas ações que, no transcorrer da história, marcaram seus idealizadores por conta de posicionamentos, ideias e ações questionadoras em seu tempo histórico e que demarcam, para essa análise, um pensar e agir crítico e que pode ser refletido por todos os envolvidos direta e indiretamente com o processo educativo.
Evaluation of a Non-Visual Auditory Choropleth and Travel Map Viewer
Authors: Biggs Brandon , Toth Christopher , Stockman Tony , Coughlan James M. , Walker Bruce N.
Published: October 2022

The auditory virtual reality interface of Audiom, a web-based map viewer, was evaluated by thirteen blind participants. In Audiom, the user is an avatar that navigates, using the arrow keys, through geographic data, as if they are playing a first-person, egocentric game. The research questions were: What will make blind users want to use Audiom maps? And Can participants demonstrate basic acquisition of spatial knowledge after viewing an auditory map? A dynamic choropleth map of state-level US COVID- 19 data, and a detailed OpenStreetMap powered travel map, were evaluated. All participants agreed they wanted more maps of all kinds, in particular county-level COVID data, and they would use Audiom once some bugs were fixed and their few recommended features were added. Everyone wanted to see Audiom embedded in their existing travel and mapping applications. All participants were able to answer a question evaluating spatial knowledge. Participants also agreed this spatial information was not available in existing applications.
Pengaruh Tax Haven, Foreign Ownership, dan Intangible Assets terhadap Keputusan Transfer Pricing
Authors: Bhudiyanti Khopifa , Suryarini Trisni
Published: October 2022

Abstrak: Pengaruh Tax Haven, Foreign Ownership, dan Intangible Assets terhadap Keputusan Transfer Pricing. Transfer pricing merupakan penetapan terhadap harga barang, jasa, maupun aset tidak berwujud yang dilakukan dari satu divisi ke divisi lain dalam perusahaan yang sama atau antar perusahaan yang saling memiliki hubungan istimewa. Motif transfer pricing yaitu untuk meminimalkan beban pajak yang ditanggung perusahaan guna mendapatkan keuntungan yang lebih tinggi. Tujuan dari penelitian ini untuk mengetahui pengaruh tax haven, foreign ownership, dan intangible assets terhadap transfer pricing. Populasi yang digunakan yaitu perusahaan infrastruktur, utilitas, dan transportasi yang terdaftar di BEI tahun 2016 hingga 2020 sejumlah 400 perusahaan. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode pengambilan sampel purposive sampling dan terpilih 40 unit analisis. Teknik analisis yang digunakan yakni analisis regresi linear berganda. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa tax haven berpengaruh positif signifikan terhadap keputusan transfer pricing, sedangkan foreign ownership dan intangible assets tidak berpengaruh signifikan terhadap keputusan transfer pricing. Kata kunci: Transfer Pricing, Surga Pajak, Kepemilikan Asing, Aset Tidak BerwujudAbstract: The Effect of Tax Haven, Foreign Ownership, and Intangible Assets on Transfer Pricing Decisions. Transfer pricing is the determination of the price of goods, services, or intangible assets carried out from one division to another within the same company or between companies that have special relationships. The transfer pricing motive is to minimize the tax burden borne by the company in order to obtain higher profits. The purpose of this study is to determine the effect of tax havens, foreign ownership, and intangible assets on transfer pricing decisions. The population used are infrastructure, utility, and transportation companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange from 2016 to 2020 with a total of 400 companies. This study used a purposive sampling method and selected 40 units of analysis. The analysis technique used is multiple linear regression analysis. The results of the study show that tax havens have a positive and significant effect on transfer pricing decisions. Meanwhile, foreign ownership and intangible assets variables have no significant effect on transfer pricing decisions.Keywords: Transfer Pricing, Tax Haven, Foreign Ownership, Intangible Asset
Stories from Exceptional Language Learners Who Have Achieved Nativelike Proficiency
Authors: Mentzelopoulos Katarina , Dörnyei Zoltán
Published: October 2022

This book recounts the fascinating stories of 30 language learners who triumphed against all odds to achieve nativelike proficiency, opening a narrative window into their learning experiences. This rich corpus of success stories will appeal to language learners and researchers as a motivational primer for their own studies.
Online Accountability Practices among Non - Governmental Organisations (NGOs)
Authors: Mohd Noor Nurul Hidayana , Abdullah Hadi Hasnatulsyakhira , Yaacob Mahazril ‘Aini , Zhao Xiuli
Published: October 2022

This study measures the disclosure of non-financial information from NGO websites in Malaysia. This pilot study obtains empirical evidence through content analysis of 40 NGO websites to determine the extent to which information disclosure is carried out. Descriptive content analysis (score) is used in the inferential component of data analysis. The study results show that NGOs in Malaysia are weak in disclosing non-financial information such as customer satisfaction and complaints. This study provides empirical evidence on the importance of external audit formation for better information disclosure.
 
Keywords: Non-Financial Information; Disclosures; Websites; Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)
eISSN: 2398-4287 © 2022. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bs by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open access article under the CC BYNC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians/Africans/Arabians), and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.21834/ebpj.v7i21.3682
Low Income and Mental Health: Can urban parks be the solution for better health?
Authors: Hussein Hazreena , Ishak Syaidatul Azzreen , Ward Thompson Catharine , Jaafar Jas Laile Suzana
Published: October 2022

This study investigates park elements influencing the park visit frequency of low-income communities in an urban area, Kuala Lumpur. A set of survey questionnaires was distributed to identify participants' health history, the frequency of park visits and the park elements that pleasure low-income users during visits to Rimba Bukit Kerinchi Park in Pantai Dalam. The findings show the low-income community was unsatisfied with the park's safety. As a recommendation, additional planning guidance to planners and professional designers assists in accommodating a low-income-friendly park that supports healthy lifestyles.
Keywords: Urban park; low-income community; mental health; preliminary study
eISSN: 2398-4287 © 2022. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA CE-Bs by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open-access article under the CC BY-NC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under the responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians/Africans/Arabians), and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.21834/ebpj.v7i21.3720
Sleep Deprivation and Study Habits Effects toward Medical Imaging Students, UiTM Puncak Alam
Authors: Tajuddin Mohd Amirul , Thomas Sudin Ann Erynna Lema , Mahmud Mohd Hafizi , Nayyef Qusay Taisir
Published: October 2022

This study aimed to investigate the effects of sleep deprivation and study habits during online distance learning (ODL) among students. The objective of this study is to evaluate the relationship between sleep deprivation and study habits with academic performance among students during ODL. A cross-sectional survey is used through an online platform. The questionnaire was distributed to 191 students in Medical Imaging course. The data being analyzed using SPSS software version 26. Most students had poor sleep (n=130, 68.1%) and poor study habits (n=136, 71.2%). There is no significant correlation between sleep deprivation (X2=0.31, df=2, p=0.855) and study habits (X2=1.26, df=2, p=0.533) on student's academic performance.
Measuring Resilience in Health Care Research: A scoping review of questionnaires
Authors: Mulud Zamzaliza Abdul , Mohamad Norfidah , Nuwawi Nurman Shah , Sinaga Sumiati
Published: October 2022

This review aimed to assess questionnaires or scales used to measure resilience in health care research and outline the domains included in the questionnaires. We used a five-step framework for developing a scoping review by Arksey and O'Malley in 2005. Studies used in this section were obtained from electronic searches conducted on CINAHL and Medline databases. The initial search yielded 4291 articles; 11 papers fulfilled the inclusion criteria, with four questionnaires used to measure resilience. The domains outlined by all questionnaires were overlapping and inconsistent. The most common resilience domains are competence, acceptance and support.
Using Digital Tools for Contact Tracing to Improve COVID-19 Safety in Schools: Qualitative Study Exploring Views and Experiences Among School Staff
Authors: Chantziara Sofia , Brigden L C Amberly , Mccallum Claire H , Craddock Ian J
Published: October 2022

Background

Throughout the pandemic, governments worldwide have issued guidelines to manage the spread and impact of COVID-19 in schools, including measures around social distancing and contact tracing. Whether schools required support to implement these guidelines has not yet been explored in depth. Despite the development of a range of technologies to tackle COVID-19, such as contact-tracing apps and electronic vaccine certificates, research on their usefulness in school settings has been limited.

Objective

The aim of the study was to explore the needs of school staff in managing COVID-19 and their experiences and perspectives on technological support in relation to contact tracing. School staff are the ones likely to make key implementation decisions regarding new technologies, and they are also the ones responsible for using the new tools daily. Including both management staff and class teachers in the development of school-based technologies can lead to their successful adoption by schools.

Methods

Semistructured interviews were conducted with UK school staff, including primary and secondary school teachers and school managers. Thematic analysis, facilitated by NVivo, was used to analyze the data. Two of the authors independently coded 5 (28%) of the interviews and reached a consensus on a coding framework.

Results

Via purposive sampling, we recruited 18 participants from 5 schools. Findings showed that primary schools did not perform contact tracing, while in secondary schools, digital seating plans were used to identify close contacts in the classroom and manual investigations were also conducted identify social contacts. Participants reported that despite their efforts, high-risk interactions between students were not adequately monitored. There was a need to improve accuracy when identifying close contacts in common areas where students congregate. Proximity tracking, use of access cards, and closed-circuit television (CCTV) emerged as potential solutions, but there were concerns surrounding false alerts, burden, and security.

Conclusions

School staff have found it difficult to monitor and implement social distancing and contact-tracing provisions. There are opportunities for mobile digital technologies and CCTV to support school staff in keeping their students and colleagues safe; however, these must place minimal demands on staff and prioritize security measures. Study findings can help researchers and practitioners who work in different contexts and settings understand what particular challenges are faced by school staff, and inform further research on the design and application of digital solutions for contact tracing.