bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Farmers’ Varietal Preferences and Impact of Farmers Participatory Wheat Seed Production in North Western Himalayan Region
Authors: Jethi Renu , Khulbe Rajesh Kumar , Vasudeo Chaudhari Ganesh , Kant Lakshmi
Published: September 2022

This paper examines the impact of farmers’ participatory seed production (FPSP) of improved wheat varieties suitable for North Western Himalayan region. A wide gap exists in wheat productivity in hills and plains region of Uttarakhand, with productivity in the plains being nearly double that in the hills. Before undertaking large seed production, farmers’ preference with respect to different improved wheat varieties was recorded. The Wheat Preference Index (WPI) for VL 804, VL Gehun 829, VL Gehun 907 and VL Gehun 953 was found to be 3.64, 3.99, 4.59 and 4.61, respectively. The WPI of variety VL Gehun 953 (4.61) ranked highest majorly because of its higher productivity and superior seed quality. The cumulative growth of these varieties through FPSP was found to be 4777.2 ha in rabi 2021 from 457.2 ha in rabi 2016. The area diffusion effect of these improved wheat varieties through farmers participatory seed production was thus 10.4 times. In the year 2019-20, 145.8 quintal of seed of improved wheat variety was procured which is 10.4 times higher than the amount procured in 2015-16. Farmers earned 8.7 to 23.1 per cent higher economic gain from seed production of VL wheat varieties.
Constraints in Adoption of Climate Resilient Agricultural Technologies in Telangana
Authors: Naik Boda Mahesh , Singh A. K. , Maji Saikat
Published: September 2022

The two major agrarian challenges of the modern era are climate change and food security. Unquestionably the best way to address these issues is adaptation through climate resilience. Making the nation’s most susceptible areas climate resilient is the goal of the ICAR effort known as “National Innovations in Climate Resilient Agriculture” (NICRA). Since the inception of the project, several climate resilient technologies have been demonstrated across the country. The investigation was undertaken to isolate the constraints in the adoption of these technologies in Telangana state using a sample size of 200 respondents from four villages in two districts. The findings of Garrett ranking analysis revealed that more interest to follow conventional practices, inadequate institutional financial support, inadequate services through CHCs and insufficient effort on the part of the officials to provide services to all farmers during the busiest season were the predominant constraints to the adoption of climate resilient agricultural technologies by farmers.
Constraints in Adoption of Laser Land Levelling Technology in Haryana
Authors: Kumar Dinesh , Bishnoi Dalip Kumar , k Sonia , Singh Dharmender , Malik Joginder Singh
Published: September 2022

The study analyzed perceptions of farmers about laser land levelling and constraints faced by them in adoption of this resource conservation technology in Sirsa and Karnal district of Haryana. Mean percent score tool of statistics was used to rank perceptions and constraints of farmers. It was noticed that 97.00 per cent respondent farmers believed that there is reduction in irrigation cost. 80.00 per cent believed that laser land levelling adoption helped in better weed management. Also, it was examined that major constraint was non-availability of machines due to shorter window between two consecutive crops. Study of diffusion revealed that fellow farmers and relatives were major source of diffusion. 86.25 per cent of laser land levelling service provided by private players showing dominance of private investment. It was also observed that laser land levelling is a scale neutral technology because it was adopted by all categories of farmers and not biased towards large farmers. It was observed that under scheme Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) laser leveller along with tractor and operator at a custom hiring centre (CHC) was provided at nominal rate Rs. 1075/day while Cooperatives provided laser leveller at rupees 575 per acre.
Children’s acquisition of new/given markers in English, Hindi, Mandinka and Spanish: Exploring the effect of optionality during grammaticalization
Authors: Shukla Vishakha , Long Madeleine , Rubio-Fernandez Paula
Published: September 2022

We investigated the effect of optionality on the acquisition of new/given markers, with a special focus on grammaticalization as a stage of optional use of the emerging form. To this end, we conducted a narrative-elicitation task with 5-year-old children and adults across four typologically-distinct languages with different new/given markers: English, Hindi, Mandinka and Spanish. Our starting assumption was that the Hindi numeral ‘ek’ (one) is developing into an indefinite article, which should delay children’s acquisition because of its optional use to introduce discourse referents. Supporting the Optionality Hypothesis, Experiment 1 revealed that obligatory markers are acquired earlier than optional markers. Experiment 2 focused on Hindi and showed that 10-year-old children’s use of ‘ek’ to introduce discourse characters was higher than 5-year-olds’ and comparable to adults’, replicating this pattern of results in two different cities in Northern India. Lastly, a follow-up study showed that Mandinka-speaking children and adults made use of all available discourse markers when tested on a familiar story, rather than with pictorial prompts, highlighting the importance of using culturally-appropriate methods of narrative elicitation in cross-linguistic research. We conclude by discussing the implications of article grammaticalization for common ground management in a speech community.
Messebericht von der ZELLCHEMING Expo 2022
Authors: Othen Rosario , Möbitz Christian , Cloppenburg Frederik , Gries Thomas
Published: September 2022

Die erste ZELLCHEMING Expo in Präsenz seit Beginn der Corona-Krise – Ein voller Erfolg! Hunderte Aussteller, tausende BesucherInnen und das Institut für Textiltechnik der RWTH Aachen University, kurz ITA, mittendrin!

Autoren: Rosario Othen (rosario.othen@ita.rwth-aachen.de); Christian Möbitz; Frederik Cloppenburg; Thomas Gries
Kosten senken und Umsatz ankurbeln
Authors: Röhl Thomas
Published: September 2022

Wie wichtig Verpackungen aus Wellpappe für die tägliche Versorgung sind, hat die Coronavirus-Pandemie besonders deutlich gemacht. Durch die phasenweisen Eingriffe in das Wirtschaftsgeschehen zum Schutz der Gesundheit wurde vielen Verbrauchern bewusst: Es ist nicht selbstverständlich, dass wir in den Supermärkten jederzeit ein großes Angebot hochwertiger und frischer Lebensmittel vorfinden.
Neue Impulse für die Verpackungsbranche
Authors: Laux Matthias
Published: September 2022

Vom 27. bis 29. September 2022 ist es wieder so weit. Dann öffnet die Fachpack, Fachmesse für Verpackung, Technik und Prozesse, im Messezentrum Nürnberg ihre Tore.
„Der Einkauf steht im Mittelpunkt der Innovation“
Authors: Laux Matthias
Published: September 2022

Welche internen Maßnahmen auf den Weg gebracht wurden. Und welche Effekte damit erzielt wurden.
Goodmills investiert in neue Geschäftsfelder
Authors: Sachsenröder Delphine
Published: September 2022

Mit Standard-Weizenmehl lässt sich wenig Geld verdienen. Goodmills positioniert sich in Deutschland daher neben seinem Hauptgeschäft auch in Nischen, die Wachstum versprechen. Als einziger deutscher Hersteller hat der Mühlenkonzern eine industrielle Fertigung für Bulgur und Couscous aufgebaut.
Champagne macht Reserven locker
Authors: Murmann Christoph
Published: September 2022

Die Erzeuger und Vermarkter in der Champagne wollen dieses Jahr so viel ernten, wie seit 15 Jahren nicht mehr. Auch der Zugriff auf die streng regulierte Reserve wird liberalisiert. Das Comité Champagne spricht von einem neuen Kapitel in der Geschichte des Anbaugebiets.
Zwangsarbeits-Verbot sorgt für Kritik
Authors: Falker Gerrit-Milena
Published: September 2022

Mit ihrem Entwurf zum Zwangsarbeits-Verbot verlangt die EU-Kommission Händlern und Herstellern ein noch genaueres Durchleuchten ihrer Lieferketten ab. Kritiker befürchten weitreichenden Rechtsfolgen und Unvereinbarkeiten mit der Lieferkettenregulierung.
Stationäres Angebot ist nicht alles
Authors: Sachsenröder Delphine
Published: September 2022

Beim Vertrieb von Tiefkühlkost schwächeln Vollsortimenter und SB-Warenhäuser deutlich stärker als in anderen Kategorien. Mehr Service soll den Abwärtstrend stoppen. Der Online-Verkauf nimmt trotz der aufwändigen Kühlung beim Versand zu. Heimdienste nutzen den Schub aus der Pandemie. Delphine Sachsenröder
Nestlé optimiert Logistikstruktur
Authors: Bökamp Lena
Published: September 2022

Nestlé Deutschland strukturiert in der Logistik um und verlegt einen Lagerstandort von Berlin in die Mitte des Landes. An weiteren Verteilzentren plant der Konzern Umbauten und will den Informationsfluss zwischen Industrie und Handel intensivieren. Nach erfolgreichen Tests sollen Lkw vermehrt vollautomatisiert beladen werden.
Lebensmittelverluste als Folge von Ineffizienz
Authors: Nusser Bernd
Published: September 2022

Lebensmittel im Wert von schätzungsweise 600 Mrd. US-Dollar gehen während oder kurz nach der Ernte verloren. Eine McKinsey-Studie fordert Hersteller und Händler zum Handeln auf.
Problemlöser für schwere Zeiten
Authors: Biester Silke
Published: September 2022

Die Duale Hochschule Baden-Württemberg fokussiert Nonfood bei den „Retail Innovation Days“ und zeigt dabei die aktuellen Herausforderungen auf.
Mit ganzheitlicher Kreislaufführung gegen die Plastik-Krise
Authors: Deppmeyer Jörg , Helftewes Markus
Published: September 2022

Chemisches Recycling von Kunststoffabfällen gilt als Zukunftstechnologie, ist aber bisher noch ein Versprechen. Doch um die Plastikkrise zu bewältigen und eine nachhaltige Versorgung mit Rohstoffen zu sichern, ist es als zusätzliches Verfahren zum mechanischen Recycling unverzichtbar.
Schritt für Schritt zu nachhaltigeren Food-Verpackungen
Authors: Fromm Leonhard
Published: September 2022

Der Süßwarenhersteller Alfred Ritter will seine Tafelschokoladen ab 2025 mit Papier statt Kunststofffolie umhüllen. Das komplexe Projekt in Kooperation mit Zulieferern und Beratern durchläuft eine mehrjährige Entwicklungs- und Testphase.
Simmler schaut über Grenzen
Authors: Heimig Dieter
Published: September 2022

Das Familienunternehmen Simmler setzt sich im Jahr seines 90-jährigen Firmenbestehens neue Ziele. In dem Zusammenhang steht ein Novum in der Geschäftsführung.
Aquarömer setzt voll auf Mehrweg
Authors: Heimig Dieter
Published: September 2022

Mit dem Anfang dieses Jahres neu eingeführten 6 x 1 Liter-Glasgebinde trifft Aquarömer offenbar den Nerv der Verbraucher.
Tiefdruck steht für Qualität
Authors: Heimig Dieter
Published: September 2022

Was den Verpackungsdruck angeht, punktet das Tiefdruckverfahren bei Nahrungsmittelherstellern insbesondere mit einer hohen und konstanten Druckqualität.
Küfner will Wasserfilter etablieren
Authors: Heimig Dieter
Published: September 2022

Der Wasserfilter der Karl Küfner GmbH entfernt Mikroplastik, Metallpartikel, Sedimente und andere Ablagerungen aus dem Trinkwasser.
Betriebsergebnisse des Wasser- und Wertstoffrecyclings einer ZLD-Anlage
Authors: Döpkens Eckart , Boden Michael , Lebek Martin
Published: September 2022

Anfang 2022 nahm eine am indischen Chemiestandort Dombivli errichtete ZLD-Anlage für die Wasser-Rückgewinnung aus der Produktion von Edelmetall-Katalysatoren ihren Betrieb auf. Erste Betriebserfahrungen ermöglichen eine weitere Optimierung der Anlage.
Papier nachhaltig produzieren mit modernster Abwasseraufbereitung
Authors: Rybalchenko Evgeny , Witt Michael
Published: September 2022

Papier- und Zellstofffabriken wollen ihre Produktion nachhaltig und kostenoptimiert ausrichten. Mit ideal aufeinander abgestimmten Verfahrensschritten kann das Abwasser deutlich effizienter aufbereitet werden. Auch Energie lässt sich so gewinnen.
Technologie zur Verwirklichung einer globalen Vision
Authors: Coombes Nick
Published: September 2022

Unser aktueller Converter des Monats ist Navarra de Etiquetajes, ein spanischer Etikettenverarbeiter, der Teil der schnell wachsenden DOCUWORLD Packaging Group ist. Kürzlich hat das Unternehmen einen Martin Automatic MBS Butt Slicer an seiner Mark Andy P5E Flexodruckmaschine installiert, um die Produktionseffizienz zu verbessern und den Substratabfall in seinem Werk in Villatuerta zu reduzieren. Unser Korrespondent Nick Coombes berichtet
Pembentukan Karakter Disiplin dalam Institusi Pendidikan Islam: Studi Kasus di MI Roudlotul Huda Kota Semarang
Authors: Dina Damayanti  , Ali Imron  , Hamid Sakti Wibowo
Published: September 2022

Discipline character building in students is needed and must be instilled early in the learning process. This paper aims to analyze the teacher's efforts in shaping the disciplined character of students at MI Roudlotul Huda Sekaran, Gunung Pati, Semarang. This paper uses a qualitative field research type. Data were collected by observation, interviews, and documentation. Checking the validity of the data is done by using the triangulation technique. The data analysis method used is in the form of data reduction, data presentation, and concluding. The results showed that the teacher's efforts in shaping the disciplined character of MI Roudlotul Huda Sekaran Gunung Pati Semarang students included the synergy of the headmaster and the teachers in setting good examples, habituation of positive activities, and exemplary discipline. The supporting factors for the formation of student character are good cooperation from school personnel, good communication between parents, teachers, students, the community, a positive school environment, and teachers who are enthusiastic about acting as models or leaders. While the factors that hinder student discipline are readiness in students, environmental factors, and family factors
Stilistika-Fonologi Qira’at Abu Ja’far: Studi Bacaan Ikhfa’ Kha’ dan Ghain
Authors: Sunarto
Published: September 2022

This paper identifies one of Abu Ja'far's rules of ushul qira’at, namely reading ikhfa' if there is a consonant nun or a tanwin meeting with kha' or ghain. This reading is unique and distinctive considering that the majority of qurra' agree that the two letters are idzhar letters, not ikhfa'. By using stylistic-phonology as a tool in interpreting, it is concluded that the polemic is rooted in the different descriptions of makhraj and, there are those who categorize both of them as part of the letter khalqiyyah or throat, and some include it as part of the letter located at the base of the tongue. This difference has implications for how to read when meeting with a consonant nun or tanwin. The next implication of reading ikhfa' kha' and ghain in Abu Ja'far's qira’at is to present the harmony of sounds that are displayed in several verses. The sound is also not only a sweetener in the work of recitation, but also as a supporter of the meaning to be conveyed by the verse.
Edukasi Seks di Kalangan Remaja Perspektif Al-Qur’an dan Hadis: Sebuah Tawaran Prinsip, Materi, dan Metode Aplikatif
Authors: Sulaiman  , Mahfudz Sidiq
Published: September 2022

The increase of promiscuity in today's society is already at an alarming level. One of the contributing factors is the stigma of society which considers it taboo to talk about sex among teenagers and children. While in the Qur'an and Hadith a lot of people talk about it. Through qualitative method and library research, authors seek to formulate practical principles, materials, and methods in the process of sex education from the perspective of the Qur'an and Hadith. As a result, to carry out preventive and educative efforts regarding sex, several principles aspects must be strengthened, including; sociological, psychological, and legal principles as well as morals. While the material can be taken from the main material in Islam (Quran and Hadith) as the initial foundation of sex education. Then added with various kinds of general material that is sublimation to sexual "passion". The methods used can be in the form of Quranic and prophetic hiwar methods, Quranic and prophetic stories methods, Quranic and prophetic amsal, and targib wa tarhib.
Formación de conciencia ecológica en los escolares de la Educación Básica
Authors: Calva Nagua Daniel Xavier
Published: September 2022

Este ensayo tiene como objetivo principal analizar la importancia de la vinculación de la agricultura con el proceso de enseñanza-aprendizaje de la educación básica para el desarrollo de una conciencia ecológica que contribuya a promover cambios favorables como una respuesta educativa a la crisis ambiental en la que está viviendo la humanidad. En tal sentido, se desarrolló una investigación descriptiva de tipo revisión bibliográfica con enfoque cualitativo basada en los métodos de revisión documental, análisis de contenido y analítico-sintético. Entre los principales hallazgos se significan:  la formación de una conciencia ecológica en los escolares de la Educación Básica se puede lograr a través de la vinculación de los estudiantes con la agricultura, como parte de la educación ambiental; para ello existen metodologías apropiadas como la metodología TINI que puede ser asociada a las labores del huerto escolar; de esta forma, se adquieren conocimientos, habilidades y valores humanos a favor de la promoción de respuestas educativas a la crisis ambiental que atraviesa la humanidad y como contribución al desarrollo sostenible.
Las adaptaciones curriculares para escolares con necesidades especiales
Authors: Jaya Granda Jonnathan
Published: September 2022

Este ensayo responde a una revisión teórica en el marco de una investigación descriptiva, auxiliada por los métodos histórico-lógico, revisión bibliográfica, análisis de contenido y hermenéutico, con el objetivo de analizar la importancia de la adaptación curricular para escolares con necesidades educativas especiales, en aras de aportar y contribuir a divulgar el conocimiento sobre tan necesario asunto. Entre los hallazgos más significativos se encuentran la aproximación epistémica al concepto de necesidades educativas especiales vista como el apoyo especial que precisan algunos escolares para acceder al currículo; estas pueden ser permanentes o transitorias. Entre sus causas están las discapacidades (intelectual, físico-motora, sensorial, trastornos generalizados del desarrollo, etc.), trastornos de la conducta, de índole pedagógico, alta capacidad intelectual, etc. Las adaptaciones curriculares son un plan o estrategia educativa para frente a las particularidades de la relación entre el estudiante y el problema de aprendizaje; se caracterizan por estar centradas en el alumno, flexibilidad y un carácter abierto, inclusivo e individual. La capacitación docente es un factor primordial para concretar en la práctica escolar la atención a los escolares con necesidades especiales.
Moisture-associated skin damage: The basics
Authors: Earlam Armi S. , Woods Lisa
Published: September 2022

Learn how to identify, prevent, and manage MASD.
PENATAAN KAWASAN KUMUH DI SEMPADAN SUNGAI PINYUH KABUPATEN MEMPAWAH
Authors: Moan Bura Franciscus Xaverius
Published: September 2022

ABSTRAKKelurahan Sungai Pinyuh merupakan kawasan perkotaan terpadat di Kabupaten Mempawah. Perkembangan kawasan perkotaan yang relatif cepat mengakibatkan pembangunan fisik perkotaan menjadi tidak terkendali. Hal ini juga dialami di sektor perdagangan dan jasa yaitu, penggunaan ruang yang tidak ideal di kawasan perkotaan semacam ini. Pemanfaatan sempadan sungai berupa pertokoan menjadi masalah dari segi estetika, keamanan, kenyamanan, dan terganggunya fungsi sempadan sungai sebagai kawasan lindung. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendapatkan strategi dalam penanganan kawasan kumuh di sempadan sungai tersebut. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian adalah kualitatif-deskriptif. Data diperoleh melalui observasi, wawancara, studi literatur dan peraturan-peraturan terkait,dan dianalisis dengan SWOT kualitatif. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa kawasan tersebut tidak layak untuk permukiman ataupun kegiatan perdagangan dan jasa, serta direkomendasikan untuk dikembalikan fungsinya sebagai kawasan lindung sempadan sungai.
Expenditure Patterns Among Poor Households (Zakat Recipients): A Case In Kelantan, Malaysia
Authors: Mohd Ali Ahmad Fahme , Binti Marican Nor Dalila , Binti Muhammad Nur Hafizah
Published: September 2022

This study aims to investigate the relationships between the household consumption patterns among the poor with the type of expenditure items that they purchased on monthly basis. The study evaluates the household food and non-food demand patters for various poor groups in Kelantan. Data was collected by using a structured socio-economic questionnaire containing both open and close-ended items. 422 respondents were randomly selected for this study are selected from 2019 Kelantan Islamic Religious Council (MAIK) zakat recipients list of the poor and needy category, which is the lowest income quartile in Kelantan. Results of this study shows that the pattern of expenditure changes as the income of the poor changes (increase or decrease). The share of food expenditure will increase with an increase in income. Lower income household spend a higher amount of their expenditure on food items and other non-food expenditure becomes less important.
A Study Of Muslims In Klang Valley On The Cash Waqf For Public Health Expenditure
Authors: Mohd Nor Nor Akmar , Mat Sari Norhanim
Published: September 2022

Cash waqf is another form waqf made with cash collected in a trust fund and can be utilized as an alternative source of funding for society and ummah. The public knowledge and understanding of waqf are limited to the concept of waqf land for building mosques and cemeteries only. It is crucial to educate and enhance the public knowledge of cash waqf to motivate their willingness to contribute to the cash waqf fund. Based on the Cash Waqf Certificates Collection by Yayasan Wakaf Malaysia, total cash waqf collection for health purposes is the lowest compared to education and economic development. Therefore, it is essential to further explore the public view in cash waqf for health purposes. There are very few studies on the awareness of cash waqf specifically as an alternative financing source for public health expenditure. Thus, this study aims to fill the gap. It is found that many of the respondents are aware of cash waqf and have been donated through the cash waqf fund. Besides, most of them agreed if cash waqf is used to fund public health expenditure in Malaysia. In conclusion, public no longer perceive waqf as limited to traditional purposes such as land and fixed properties.
Amílcar Cabral: reflexões de uma educação revolucionária e transformadora em Guiné-Bissau
Authors: Intipe Bernardo Alexandre
Published: September 2022

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Fundamentos da filosofia teórico-crítica e potenciais referenciais para a produção de pesquisas científicas na área da educação
Authors: Arthus Reginaldo
Published: September 2022

O presente artigo tem a finalidade de indicar algumas possíveis interpretações extraídas do campo da Filosofia Crítico-Dialética (Teoria Crítica), aplicáveis ao campo da elaboração e produção da Pesquisa Científica na área das Ciências Humanas. As compreensões iniciais crítico-filosóficas de Adorno e Horkheimer se estenderam, posteriormente, na proposta da “Teoria do Agir Comunicativo” de Habermas, como condição norteadora e capaz de indicar uma proposta de referência de trabalho metodológico com a Pesquisa Científica nas áreas das Ciências Humanas, em especial na área da Educação. Em dois percursos, de forma sintética, este artigo fornece três elementos para fundamentar uma pesquisa científica de base Crítico-Dialética.
Strategic management in construction firms with focus on small and medium enterprises
Authors:   , Rambaruth Amit
Published: September 2022

Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) play a vital role in the economy and have contributed significantly to the growth of the economy, however, there is still a high failure rate. Many face a threat of failure within the first few months of establishment and the lack of strategic planning may prevent them from achieving their full potential. The aim of the study is to investigate Strategic Management in Construction Firms with Focus on Small and Medium Enterprises. The study intends to conduct a full investigation into the use of strategic management amongst SMEs. The findings will provide insight for SMEs on whether or not there are any benefits in adopting a strategic plan. The research will address the factors that influence the adoption of Strategic Management in an organisation, to identify influencing factors that contribute to strategic management to improve performance and to identify challenges faced by SMEs in implementing a strategic plan. There is a need for a clear understanding of the extent to which SMEs use strategic management in their organisation and the challenges that they are experiencing in strategic management. The data were collected from 105 small and medium enterprises in the eThekwini region using an online survey tool. The respondents were asked to complete a self-administered questionnaire. The data for this study was then analyzed using Statistical Packages for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 26.0. The research concluded that that majority of the eThekwini-based SMEs in the construction industry are applying strategic management practices in their business and through this application they have improved the performance of their business. The study also concluded that there were high levels of agreement with the influencing factors that drove SMEs to adopt a strategic plan and high levels of agreement with the contributing factors of strategic planning in improving performance of the business. Furthermore, the study found that there were high levels of agreement with the challenges facing the implementation of a strategic plan in an organisation. Given, the positive results of strategic management, it is recommended that SMEs adopt strategic management in their businesses and attain the necessary knowledge that is required to implement a strategic plan. It is also recommended that SMEs develop procedures and policies to address the challenges faced in implementing a strategic plan, thereby, ensuring effective strategic planning in their operations.
WP-COVID, a Web Based Computer and Mobile Application for COVID-19 Disease Surveillance
Authors: Iroshan Ranasinghe Laksitha
Published: September 2022

Sri Lanka is at its 3rd phase of COVID-19 pandemic. Sri Lanka has a very efficient public health system. Though very comprehensive, the present disease surveillance system lacked real time epidemiological information. The computer and mobile applications were developed to provide illustrative, epidemiological information for real-time disease surveillance as opposed to the existing paper-based system, to be relevant in a world interconnected via the internet and geographical information systems. The new system well supplemented the existing disease system while providing detailed information for prompt COVID-19 control and prevention
INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS: A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF INDIA AND AUSTRALIA
Authors:   Doranda College, Ranchi, Jharkhand, Chaturvedi Sanjiv , Shukla Pooja
Published: September 2022

The corporate sector plays a very important role in the sustainable growth and development of any economy. Jurisdictions in which corporate are subjected to good governance practices are more prosperous as compared to those having weaker governance. The Board of directors’ independence is considered the cornerstone of corporate governance in any country. Although the concept of independent director emerged in the United States of America as a voluntary measure which was made compulsory there following the management and shareholders agency theory problems commonly referred to as the outsider’s model problems. The giant corporate failures occurring across the various jurisdictions compelled the regulators across the globe to make compulsory provisions regarding the Independent Directors irrespective of the model of corporate governance they were following. Following the initiative taken by the US and UK various other countries also adopted the provision of overhauling and revamping the board structure for ensuring better governance by appointing independent directors. The focus of the present paper is on the study of the regulatory provisions related to the office of the independent director of the two countries i.e., India and Australia belonging to the Asia Pacific region.
A REVIEW ARTICLE ON CONSUMER SALES PROMOTION SCHEMES PREVAIL IN MARKET
Authors:   Barkatullah University (Faculty of Commerce), Kour Kavaljeet
Published: September 2022

This paper finds the effect of consumer sales promotion schemes prevail in market. Sales promotion schemes are continues running in market for every type of product. In this study researcher have used review study of different research done on sales promotion schemes. The researcher tries to find the consumers` need towards sales promotion through create effect on consumer sales promotion by this review article.
Where are we heading?
Authors:   Petroleum Gas University of Ploiesti,Romania, Vasile Cristian
Published: September 2022

The pandemic entered a penumbra area, and human activities returned to the natural area of direct contact.
The MIDAS™ profile of the children. A useful instrument for consolidating the school-family partnership
Authors:   Babeș-Bolyai University,Cluj-Napoca,Romania, Marin Diana-Crina , Bocoș Mușata ,   Babeș-Bolyai University,Cluj-Napoca,Romania
Published: September 2022

The current study aims to present the main advantages of using the MIDAS for KIDS™: My Young Child questionnaire. This research tool, designed by Branton Shearer, Ph.D., was used to assess the level of development of the multiple intelligences of 227 children that were enrolled in the preparatory grade. We have discovered that the most developed types of intelligences of the children are naturalist intelligence, interpersonal intelligence, and intrapersonal intelligence. The content of the MIDAS questionnaire was considered accessible and attractive by the parents involved in our research.
Experience of using distance learning tools in ESP instruction at technical university: a case of Ukraine
Authors:   National Technical University of Ukraine “Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute”,Ukraine, Lavrysh Yuliana , Lytovchenko Iryna ,   National Technical University of Ukraine “Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute”,Ukraine, Lukianenko Valentyna ,   National Technical University of Ukraine “Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute”,Ukraine, Ogienko Olena ,   A.S.Makarenko Sumy State Pedagogical University, Ukraine
Published: September 2022

The research was aimed to analyze students’ attitudes towards distance ESP learning in respect to its utility, attractiveness, accessibility, motivational potential, educational value and future prospects. For that purpose a survey of bachelor and master degree students of a technical university in Ukraine was used which focused on features of distance learning that were important for them as adult learners. The students’ positive estimation of remote ESP teaching with the use of MOOC, Zoom, Classtime and MyGrammarLab tools permitted us to conclude that this instruction mode can promote learning efficiency due to a number of its features: high accessibility, flexibility and convenience of learning, provision of opportunities for language acquisition, development of autonomous learning skills, preparation for future career, advancement in the use of technologies.
The development and implementation of a two-tier multiple choice test related to the concepts of oxidation-reduction reactions and galvanic cells
Authors:   Kutahya Dumlupınar University,Faculty of Education,Kutahya,Turkey, Şekerci Ali Rıza , Erdem Ali Riza ,   Eskisehir Osmangazi University,Faculty of Education,Eskisehir,Turkey
Published: September 2022

In recent years there has been growing interest in research concerning students’ understanding of electrochemistry concepts. The two-tier multiple choice tests have played an important role in helping researchers determine students’ level of understanding and in identifying specific misconceptions. The aim of current research was to develop a two-tier multiple choice test related to the concepts of oxidation-reduction reactions and galvanic cells, and to examine the applicability of this test. For this aim, primarily the students’ misconceptions about related issues were identified in consideration of the literature. Then, a two-tier multiple choice test consisting of 19 items was developed based on the misconceptions identified. As a result, a valid and reliable two-tier multiple choice test was confirmed for the identification of 11th grade students’ misconceptions about the concepts of oxidation-reduction reactions and galvanic cells. In addition, the students’ misconceptions were discussed by evaluating answers given during the test.
Driving a sustainable business leadership profile – a case study in Romania
Authors:   University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca,Romania, Vac Călin , Dârjan Sorina ,   University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca,Romania, Roman Alin Raoul ,   University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca,Romania, Vac Maria ,   Babeș-Bolyai University,Cluj-Napoca,Romania
Published: September 2022

This article aims to highlight the main qualities of a leader, but also essential differences between the basic leader and manager characteristics, achieving a Sustainable Business Leadership profile which guarantees a sustainable entrepreneurship model. This study used a complex empirical research on a Romanian complex business leader based on six identified criteria (studied and assessed further to a SBL profile), analysing particular and general relevance of each, thus assuming all as essential in characterizing and promoting a SBL. Following the analysis, it has been stated that the six investigated criteria are defining and relevant to the objective assessment for the quality of a successful business leader. The research defined an improved SBL profile, applicable to any field of activity in any democratically governed country.
Attitudes of high school students towards peers and teachers-connection between the school climate
Authors:   University of Slavonski Brod,Slavonski Brod,Croatia, Škutor Marijana
Published: September 2022

The aim of this paper is to determine aspects of the school climate through the prism of relationships with students and teachers. Students from three high schools in Mostar participated in the research (N = 399). Significance of differences among students was not determined in relation to students with regard to the school that students attend, but statistically significant differences were found in assessments of school climate and attitudes towards teachers with regard to the school they attend. Because students rated their teachers very low, the results obtained can serve as a guideline for improving student-teacher interaction. Teachers of the schools surveyed should work on their leadership and teaching style to create a comfortable school climate.
Multimodality and ICT: what challenges?
Authors:   University of Tirana,Place “Mother Teresa”,Tirana,Albania, Parllaku Matilda , Vishkurti Silvana ,   Polytechnic University of Tirana,Tirana,Albania
Published: September 2022

The rapid development of information and communication technologies (ICT) creates the illusion that mastery of technological tools alone is enough. However, classroom practices show that any type of media requires a specific representation for any type of content. The objective of this article is to question the multimodal combinations that are achieved when presenting assignments through Power Point. Furthermore, this article aims to compare the different modes of presentation of the elements in addition to providing students with targeted feedback on the difficulties encountered during the design of their presentations. This methodology is based on the task-based approach that places learners in real situations. The results show that creating Power Point presentations for assignments affects learners' representations of content information.
Coping and life satisfaction relationship in medical students: the mediating role of perceived stress
Authors:   Trakia University, Medical Faculty,Stara Zagora,Bulgaria, Mineva Kremena
Published: September 2022

The study explored the relationship between optimism, resilience and dispositional coping as well as the impact of coping on perceived stress and life satisfaction among medical students. The study was conducted online with a total of 123 students with different medical specialties. Methods of the study were BRS, LOT-R, SWLS, Brief COPE and PSS-14. The study found out that optimism and resilience were associated with more frequent use of emotionally-focused coping and less use of avoidant coping. Perceived stress acted as a mediator of the relationship between avoidant coping and life satisfaction. Emotionally-focused coping increased life satisfaction, but avoidant coping reduced it by perceiving stress as more intense, threatening and uncontrollable. The results are discussed with guidelines for medical training and future research.
Stress and aging perspectives. Psychological and neuro-psychological interventions
Authors:   Petroleum Gas University of Ploiesti,Romania, Vasile Cristian
Published: September 2022

"Aging is partially modulated by the interactions between genes and the environment, but an important part of aging and longevity comes from the psychological area. Chronic (traumatic) psychological stress has multiple effects on health (Vasile & Albu, 2011) and, implicitly, on longevity. Several hormones (cortisol, glucocorticoids, CRH, ACTH), genetic expressions (ANK3), or reactions (inflammation, upper respiratory symptoms) are activated under the influence of psychological stress and cause major disorders of the body, premature aging, culminating in serious illness and even the death. Chronic psychological stress is present in many people in today's society, and its appearance is accompanied by various epigenetic elements. Studies to date suggest effective ways to reduce stress and prevent premature aging: psychotherapy and personal development (Vasile, 2012), transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) – from a neuropsychology view, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), forest therapy - forest bath, diet, fitness, music therapy and physical therapy. At the same time, however, a multiaxial psychological evaluation is needed, as well as medical evaluation, which will make the intervention more efficient for rebalancing and regaining health. "
Accuracy decoding of nonverbal behaviour based on verbal descriptions of nonverbal signs
Authors:   University of Kragujevac,Čačak,Serbia, Bjekić Dragana , Bojović Milevica ,   University of Kragujevac,Čačak,Serbia, Stojković Milica ,   University of Kragujevac,Čačak,Serbia
Published: September 2022

Nonverbal communication literacy is a system of knowledge and skills that enables a person to understand (decode) nonverbal signs in various communication situations and to use (encode) appropriate nonverbal signs. Nonverbal signs decoding accuracy is one of the nonverbal communication literacy indicators. The questionnaire of Reading NonVerbal Signs was used. The sample consists of 172 undergraduate engineering students. The students decoded nonverbal behaviour described verbally in a different way than the experts did (experts’ assessment as a criterion). The decoding nonverbal signs accuracy coefficient is low. These variations in the students’ nonverbal behaviour decoding and low accuracy reflect a holistic approach to the coding of nonverbal behaviour described verbally which emphasized the importance of the impression of nonverbal behaviours rather than the cognitive processing.
A IMPORTÂNICA DA ALIMENTAÇÃO NA EDUCAÇÃO INFANTIL
Authors: Costa Adriana Fátima Arruda da , Souza Aline Juliana , Santos Danielle Auxiliadora Viana , Moraes Daniele Ferreira de Campos , Fernandes Joana D’arc Ferreira Moraes , Souza Maria Aparecida de
Published: September 2022

Este artigo pretende discutir o significado da alimentação como categoria pedagógica na educação infantil. Justificamos a importância da discussão pelo fato de que a alimentação faz parte da cultura humana e, portanto, deve ser considerada como parte da educação sistemática da criança nesta etapa da educação básica. Como metodologia, optamos pela pesquisa bibliográfica apoiada na teoria da história cultural. O objetivo é propor a pesquisa a partir de uma perspectiva crítica, para que, ao longo do trabalho, sejam levantados pontos importantes que permitam uma adequada reflexão sobre a alimentação contemporânea e a importância da alimentação e do pensamento relacionado. como uma cultura que é ensinada às novas gerações.Este artigo pretende discutir o significado da alimentação como categoria pedagógica na educação infantil. Justificamos a importância da discussão pelo fato de que a alimentação faz parte da cultura humana e, portanto, deve ser considerada como parte da educação sistemática da criança nesta etapa da educação básica. Como metodologia, optamos pela pesquisa bibliográfica apoiada na teoria da história cultural. O objetivo é propor a pesquisa a partir de uma perspectiva crítica, para que, ao longo do trabalho, sejam levantados pontos importantes que permitam uma adequada reflexão sobre a alimentação contemporânea e a importância da alimentação e do pensamento relacionado. como uma cultura que é ensinada às novas gerações.
A UAV-based sampling system to analyse greenhouse gases and volatile organic carbons encompassing compound specific stable isotope analysis
Authors: Leitner Simon , Feichtinger Wendelin , Mayer Stefan , Mayer Florian , Krompetz Dustin , Hood-Nowotny Rebecca , Watzinger Andrea
Published: September 2022

Abstract. The study herein reports on the development of two sampling devices and the subsequent analytical setup for the sampling and analysis of atmospheric trace gases. Both samplers can be mounted to an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), the targeted compounds were greenhouse gases (e.g. CO2, CH4) and volatile organic compounds (VOC, i.e. chlorinated ethenes), for all compounds mole fraction and the stable carbon isotope ratio were measured. In addition to compound calibration in the laboratory, the functionality of the samplers and the UAV-based sampling was tested in the field. Atmospheric air was either flushed through sorbent tubes for VOC sampling or collect and sampled in glass vials for greenhouse gas analysis. The measurement setup for the sorbent tubes achieved analyte mass recovery rates of 63 %–100 % (more favourable for lower chlorinated VOCs), when prepared from gaseous or liquid calibration standards, and reached a precision better than 0.7 ‰ for δ13C in the molar ratio range of 0.35–4.45 nmol. The precision of triplicate CO2 measurements from whole air sample replicates was < 7.3 mmol mol-1 and < 0.3 ‰ and < 0.03 µmol mol-1 and < 0.24 ‰ for CH4 working gas standard replicates. The UAV-equipped samplers were tested over two field sampling campaigns designed to (1) compare UAV-collected and manually collected samples taken up a vertical profile at a forest site and (2) identify potential emissions of CO2, CH4 or VOC from a former domestic waste dump. The results emphasized the functionality of the sampling and measurement setup described, demonstrating that it a viable tool for monitoring atmospheric trace gas inventories and identifying emission sources.
Vinculação hermenêutica: da mutação constitucional ao garantismo
Authors: Marinho Corrêa Daniel , Luiz Martins Esteves João
Published: September 2022

In order to analyze the integration between Law, Economics and the divergence that arises from this relationship: the existence of different evolutionary times between them, we start with a specific case judged by the STF (constitutional limitation of interest, article 192, §3, of the Brazilian Constitution) that shows how the adoption of legal theories of interpretation and application of Law are influenced by ideological and economic conceptions. Based on these assumptions, the research analyzes Ferdinand Lassalle's observation about the disparity between social reality and the Law, reaching even the integrative theories of the Constitution, which bring about social discrepancy, accepting, therefore, a constant mutability, which it becomes political, influenced, as in the case analyzed, by economic power. Based on the deductive method, we identified the inadmissibility of this in view of the hermeneutic link imposed on the interpreter in the face of a political-legal command placed in the national system, which is why we point out in Luigi Ferrajoli's guaranteeism as a path, a priori, more suitable for the Brazilian interpreter. The work was developed through direct bibliographic and jurisprudential research.
Dissecting the molecular mechanisms of AtBAG4-mediated stress tolerance
Authors:   , Peththa Thanthrige Nipuni
Published: September 2022

Plant biotechnology holds great promise to help meet the supply-demand gaps of agriculture to feed the future population. This thesis investigated the molecular mechanisms of stress tolerance conferred by the Arabidopsis thaliana Bcl-2 associated athanogene 4 (AtBAG4), cytoprotective protein. The research identified a role for AtBAG4 in several plant stress response pathways and further investigated the implications of expressing AtBAG4 in chickpeas. The AtBAG4-chickpea were equivalent to commercially available chickpea in non-stressed conditions but supported improved yields under drought. This knowledge will be used to develop improved chickpea varieties that tolerate stress without yield penalty.
otential of remote and proximal sensing, publicly available datasets and machine learning for site-specific management in Australian irrigated cotton systems
Authors:   , Stephen Leo
Published: September 2022

Agricultural fields are inherently variable across both space and time but are commonly managed uniformly. Uniform management can simultaneously lead to an under and over-application of resources (e.g. fertiliser) within the same field, resulting in poor resource efficiency and reduced profit margins. This research demonstrated the potential of publicly available datasets (i.e. remote sensing, digital soil maps, weather), machine learning techniques and crop models to inform management at a sub-paddock scale. These findings will help provide a cost-effective and efficient approach to improving farm productivity, profitability and sustainability in Australian irrigated cotton systems.
Representation of identity in Sinhala theater: The impact of the religious/charity model
Authors:   , Wijesiri Narayana Don, Nimal Wijesiri
Published: September 2022

This study used a critical disability studies analysis of historical and contemporary theatre work, informed by interviews with theatre practitioners and spectators to understand how disability, ethnic, racial, gender, and sexual identity is being representing in Sinhala theatre in Sri Lanka. The thesis explored how theatre practitioners and audiences want to see identity representations evolve in future, to create change in Sri Lankan society.
Extreme sports as filmed entertainment: Understanding aesthetic form, style and characteristics of extreme sports films
Authors:   , Carter Joseph
Published: September 2022

This study examines the evolution of the production characteristics and textual elements of successful contemporary extreme sports films in the last 15 years. This knowledge is applied to the study’s creative practice component, a 57-minute documentary film (The Strez, 2021). Based on the practice led research, and the insights gained, a set of creative principles are developed to assist other filmmakers in the extreme sports film genre.