bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
METHODOLOGY FOR EVALUATING THE STRATEGY AND PROGRESS OF INSTITUTIONAL TRANSFORMATIONS OF INDUSTRIAL COMPLEXES IN THE DIGITAL ECONOMY
Authors: Boev A. G.
Published: January 2021

The article is devoted to topical issues of transformation and development of Russian industry. The purpose of the research is to develop and test a methodology for evaluating the strategy and progress of institutional transformations of industrial complexes in the digital economy. The article defines the content of the methodology as a sequence of analytical stages that allow us to give a multidimensional and integrated assessment of strategic, process, structural, functional, technological, innovative, digital, institutional and other key aspects of the transformation of industrial complexes. The novelty and distinctive feature of the method are the ability to analyze the efficiency, speed, scale and resource support of institutional transformations of various types of industrial complexes in comparison with the average values of indicators for the Russian industry. Testing of the method was carried out on the production complex of Russia as a whole, as well as four industry, five territorial and fifteen local complexes. It is determined that transformations in the domestic industry are local, reactive and low-dynamic. Reengineering of functions, business processes, organizational structures, institutions and management systems of enterprises is carried out at an insufficient pace. Most Russian companies have not changed their strategies in the context of the digital economy. A list of ways to improve the efficiency of transformation of domestic enterprises is proposed.
IMPROVING ROAD MAINTENANCE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES IN RUSSIA
Authors: Popov N. A. , Osokin N. A.
Published: January 2021

The level of transport infrastructure development is one of the key determinants of economic growth. In 2018, 67.1% of all transported goods in Russia were delivered via road transport. However, Russia’s motor transport system has yet to come close to fulfilling its full potential – 57.6% of public roads do not meet regulatory maintenance requirements. The prevailing statistics highlights the task of ensuring the safety of roads. This issue is especially relevant during winter months, when the roads experience maximum climatic and physico-chemical effects. This article analyzes the road safety system of the constituent entities of the Russian Federation, considers the main regulatory documents governing the activities of road work suppliers and executive authorities in the field of road maintenance. The authors analyzed the best foreign practices in road maintenance policy. The main result of the study is the proposal to introduce a mechanism for servicing roads using a performance based contract to replace to cost based road maintenance contracts, which are the most widely applied in Russia.
Moscow region Fili in the 1920s.
Authors:   Russian state University of tourism and service Moscow, Russia, Prokhorov Mikhail F.
Published: January 2021

The author examines socio-economic and cultural provisions of the Fili, located in the Western suburb of Moscow of during the nep. Topic for the study area in scientific and local history the literature was practically not studied. The source base was documents extracted from archives Moscow and newly introduced in scientific - research agreements, protocol, statements, resolutions and instructions to deputies. Sources allow you to determine features of peasant occupations agriculture, small scale artisanal fisheries, trade. Special attention is paid to on the establishment of industrial production, its industry focus. Documents reflecting the activities at Fili concession of enterprise the firm Junkers, let us find out the forms and methods governance and relationships foreign companies with Soviet power. The article also explains the state of improvement, life and leisure local population. The conclusion of the article emphasizes the temporary the nature of the nep and its collapse by the late 1920s.
Socioinformation aspects of professional training of a student of a technical university.
Authors:   Kuban State Technological University Krasnodar, Russia, Gulyakin Dmitry V.
Published: January 2021

The modern development of the social, informational and professional organization of society has led to a more dense integration of the university into the life of society. The integration of a modern technical university into the socio-cultural space requires that the activities of the university correspond to the development trends of modern culture, the emerging information society, economy, production and technology. The influence of culture, norms and values of society on the student substantiates the socio-humanitarian component of the training of students of a technical university. It also determines the socially acceptable trajectory of its technical projects, methods of their implementation and practical application. The task of an engineer at the present stage of development of the information society is not only the creation of technical mechanisms, devices and systems, but also ensuring their effective functioning in society. Today's reality is such that a modern specialist more and more must be able to independently include in the system of his activities the growing flow of social contacts and information, and not only professional ones, but also not directly related to professional activities. We are talking about the formation of a new quality and image of an engineer, adapted to the rapidly changing social and informational realities of modern society. As a result, a technical university should form an appropriate educational environment, including socio-informational aspects of the student's future professional activity.
Features of applying the method of biography in the spiritual and moral education of schoolchildren.
Authors:   Kuban State University Krasnodar, Russia, Lakreeva Anna V. , Levina Natalya A. ,   Kuban State University Krasnodar, Russia
Published: January 2021

The article discusses the theoretical substantiation of method of biography in the spiritual and moral education of schoolchildren and the experience of its application in an educational institution. The theoretical part presents an analysis of the concepts of spiritual and moral education, values, ideals, biography. It highlights the national values, regulated by modern standards of education. The approaches of Russian teachers to the concept and role of biography in the upbringing of the younger generation are considered. The structural components of the lesson that uses the method of biography, modules for compiling a biography in the context of spiritual and moral education have been determined. The empirical part is devoted to describing the experience of using the method of biography in the spiritual and moral education of primary schoolchildren, aimed at generating interest in science, in the events that took place in the lives of prominent Russian scientists, creating in students a sense of involvement in outstanding achievements and victories, developing the ability to set worthy goals, work, self-development and self-realization. Examples of lessons are given. The results of observations are presented and recommendations for further study are given.
Prof. N.M. Popov. Six lectures on the progressive paralysis of the obsessed. — Kazan, 1900
Authors: Vorotynskiy B.
Published: January 2021

The author's work is a condensed monograph on progressive paralysis. In six lectures, the author outlined everything essential, presented all the new data that modern scholarship has about this form of disease.
Prediction of reflection amplitudes for ultrasonic inspection of rough planar defects
Authors: Haslinger S G , Lowe M J S , Craster R V , Huthwaite P , Shi F
Published: January 2021

The characteristics of planar defects (no loss of material volume) that arise during industrial plant operation are difficult to predict in detail, yet these can affect the performance of non-destructive testing (NDT) used to manage plant structural integrity. Inspection modelling is
increasingly used to design and assess ultrasonic inspections of such plant items. While modelling of smooth planar defects is relatively mature and validated, issues have remained in the treatment of rough planar defect species. The qualification of ultrasonic inspections for such defects
is presently very conservative, owing to the uncertainty of the amplitudes of rough surface reflections. Pragmatic solutions include the addition of large sensitivity thresholds and more frequent inspection intervals, which require more plant downtime. In this article, an alternative approach
has been developed by the authors to predict the expected surface reflection from a rough defect using a theoretical statistical model. Given only the frequency, angle of incidence and two statistical parameter values used to characterise the defects, the expected reflection amplitude is obtained
rapidly for any scattering angle and size of defect, for both compression and shear waves. The method is applicable for inspections of isotropic media that feature surface reflections such as pulse-echo or pitch-catch, rather than for tip signal-dependent techniques such as time-of-flight
diffraction. The potential impact for inspection qualification is significant, with the new model predicting increases of up to 20 dB in signal amplitude in comparison with models presently used in industry. All mode conversions are included and rigorous validations using numerical and experimental
methods have been performed. The model has been instrumental in obtaining new statistically significant results related to the effect of tilt; the expected pulse-echo backscattered amplitude for very rough planar defects is independent of tilt angle, with convergence obtained for a range of
frequencies.
Design and development of a data acquisition system to monitor comfort and safety in railways
Authors: Cano-Moreno J D , de Pedro J M Mera Sanchez , Villagrá M Rodríguez , González R Gil
Published: January 2021

The Railway Technology Research Centre (CITEF) has developed a new data acquisition system (DAS) based on Odroid that allows the measurement of voltage signals (±10 V) for various sample frequencies up to 6.4 kHz. The DAS consists of a main box that is compact and easy to transport.
This DAS has an intuitive graphical user interface (GUI) that is accessible from any browser (via Ethernet or Wi-Fi) without any installation and can be used on a mobile, tablet or laptop from any web browser. These features make the CITEF DAS perfect for performing railway measurements to
validate compliance with the standards UNE 14363 (running safety) and UNE 12299 (passenger comfort). The CITEF DAS has been validated against both laboratory measurements and experimental measurements in the field and it has been shown to be a cost-saving method compared to other sensor systems,
such as dynamometric axes or sensed bogies.
Американский консерватизм и вызов популизма: теоретический и идеологический аспекты
Authors: Сокольщик Лев
Published: January 2021

Вызов, который правый популизм бросил в США и консерватизму, и либеральной демократии, заслуживает самого внимательного рассмотрения сквозь призму идеологического подхода. На основе метода “идеологической морфологии” Майкла Фридена автор статьи анализирует идейные структуры американского консерватизма и популизма. Методология исследования предполагает разделение идеологий на несамостоятельные “с разреженным идейным центром” (thin-centred ideology) и “основные” (host ideology). Первые, в число которых входит популизм, формируют свой дискурс, заимствуя концепты у более универсальных “основных” идеологий, таких как консерватизм. Автор разбирает идейное содержание основных типов американского консерватизма (традиционализм, либертарианизм, социальный консерватизм, неоконсерватизм, палеоконсерватизм) и популизма, исследует развитие интеллектуального консервативного движения в США во взаимосвязи с идейной эволюцией популизма, выявляет соотношение американского консерватизма и популизма на различных исторических этапах, рассматривает роль консерватизма в формировании “трампизма” как современного варианта популизма в США, ушедшего, возможно, на время с политической сцены. Исследуются базовые элементы идеологической системы “трампизма”: антитеза “благородного американского народа” и “коррумпированной вашингтонской элиты”, концепт “единой воли народа”. Автору удалось выявить, что “трампизм”, с одной стороны, создает угрозу для либеральной демократии в США, но с другой – несет потенциал для ее корректировки. Прослеживается акцепция “трампизмом” палеоконсервативных идей внешнеполитического изоляционизма и экономического протекционизма, определяется соотношение “трампизма” с умеренным традиционализмом во внутриполитической повестке в период президентства Д. Трампа. Результаты состоявшихся в 2020 г. президентских выборов проанализированы в контексте идейно-политической эволюции республиканской партии.
Организация власти в многоуровневых политических системах и обмен ресурсами:
голоса, бюджеты, информация
Authors: Григорьев Иван , Декальчук Анна , Губайдуллина Софья
Published: January 2021

В статье приводится обзор результатов последних исследований в области организации власти в многоуровневых политических системах и многоуровневого управления. Организация власти в многоуровневых системах понимается как распределение и устойчивый тип обмена властными ресурсами между автономными центрами власти на разных уровнях. Следуя традиции, намеченной в исследованиях децентрализации Т. Фаллети, такие ресурсы авторы подразделяют на бюджетные (относящиеся к фискальным потокам), информационные (связанные, во-первых, с предоставлением или сокрытием информации нижними уровнями власти и, во-вторых, с извлечением такой информации верхними уровнями) и легитимирующие (основной манифестацией которых являются клиентелистская поддержка, осуществляемая верхними уровнями в пользу нижних, и электоральная поддержка верхних уровней власти нижними). В статье обнаруживается общая логика развития данного исследовательского направления и указывается на существующие лакуны в том, что касается обмена и распределения отдельных разновидностей политических ресурсов между уровнями. В первых разделах приводится краткий обзор развития эмпирических исследований федерализма и многоуровневых систем и обосновывается акцент на изучение распределения ресурсов между правительствами на разных уровнях власти. Изучение обмена этими ресурсами между уровнями власти в краткосрочной и долгосрочной перспективе составляет различные исследовательские задачи. В частности, устойчивые модели обмена ресурсами в долгосрочной перспективе способствуют большей или меньшей устойчивости самого многоуровневого политического образования. Таким образом, именно от моделирования процесса обмена ресурсами можно оттолкнуться в формулировании эндогенной теории многоуровневого управления. Во второй части статьи разбираются исследования, посвященные отдельным типам ресурсов. Описываются “естественные” асимметрии в распределении этих ресурсов между уровнями. В заключении намечаются основные тенденции и лакуны в данной исследовательской повестке.
Incidental finding of malignant transformation of dermoid cyst in squamous cell carcinoma: a case report
Authors: Badesara Sanjay , Singh Rambeer , Prakash Satya
Published: January 2021

Benign cystic mature teratomas are the most common variant of ovarian germ cell tumors (OGCTs) accounting for more than 95 percent of ovarian teratomas and is almost invariably benign. Malignant transformation occurs in 0.2 to 2 percent of dermoid and comprise of 2.9 percent of all malignant OGCTs. A 58-year-old postmenopausal lady presented with adnexal mass. Her CA-125 was 123 U/ml, CEA-1.71. Ascitic fluid cytology was negative for malignancy. CT scan showed left adnexal mass 5.8x5.2 cm and ascites was present. After surgical staging, a diagnosis of moderately differentiated squamous cell carcinoma in dermoid cyst of left ovary FIGO stage 1C2 was made.
Is inguinal hernia repair safe for testicular atrophy? Our 10 year results
Authors: Celasin Haydar , Afandiyev Faraj
Published: January 2021

Background: We aimed to determine the incidence and predictors of testicular atrophy (TA) in patients undergoing inguinal hernia repair at our hospital.Methods: The total patient number is 578.The patients were divided Group-1 (developed testicular atrophy) and Group-2 (did not develop testicular atrophy). The testicles were evaluated with Scrotal Color Doppler Ultrasonography (SCDU) in preoperative and postoperative third month.Results: Median age in the Group - 1 and Group - 2 respectively is 64,0±12,3 (47-81) and 48,9±17,4 (18-89) (p=0.037). TA developed in 5.01% (29/578) of the patients. We determined that TA developed more often in the patients who are over the age of 40 (p=0.007), in secondary cases (p<0.001), in  open repair (p<0.001), those who do not use perioperative narcotic and Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) (p<0.001), those who use perioperative antispasmodic drugs (p=0.017), those having a rheumatic disease(RD) and  diabetes mellitus(DM) (p<0.001).Results of multivariate analysis, testicular atrophy development increases when perioperative NSAID is not used ( OR:13.24; 95% CI:4.19-41.87; p<0.001) , perioperative narcotic is not applied (OR:13.91; 95% CI:4.35-44.55; p<0.001) and RD exists (OR:0.10; 95%CI:0.03-0.35; p<0.001).Conclusions: Advanced age, DM and rheumatic disease, not using perioperative NSAIDs, narcotic drugs and antispasmodic drugs increases the risk of testicular atrophy.
Linguistic Intelligence and Critical Thinking amongst Students of the Inland Water and Ferries Transport Polytechnic of Palembang
Authors: Setiawan Bambang , Wulan Ningrum Umi Dian Adhitya , Sasongko Dani Dwi
Published: January 2021

This study investigates the students’ Linguistic Intelligence (LI) and Critical Thinking (CT) as Higher Order of Thinking Skills (HOTS) in the acquisition of English as a foreign language. 70 participants of Inland Water and Ferries Transport Polytechnic of Palembang took part in the current study. To measure the participants’ linguistic intelligence scores, the researchers used the Thomas Armstrong Intelligence Test derived from Howard Gardner’s MI Model. The instrument consists of 20 Likert type questions, for each of which 4 options are included. When testing participants’ critical thinking, they used the scheme and the measures that trail after the Watson- Glaser Critical Thinking Appraisal. This test consists of five parts that are inferences, assumptions, deductions, interpreting information, and arguments. The results indicated that 11.43% of students displayed below average performances and 58.57% displayed high linguistic intelligence.
Keywords: Linguistic Intelligence; Critical Thinking; Language Acquisition
Management Regulation of Indonesia’s Coastal and Sea Areas
Authors: Darmawan Agus , Lingga Virdo
Published: January 2021

The scope of Act No. 27 of 2007 concerning PWP-PK includes the meeting area between water and land, inland covering the administrative area of the sub-district, and as far as 12 nautical miles measured from the coastline towards the open sea and/or to direction of archipelagic waters. The determination of the boundaries of coastal and marine areas cannot be equated between the provisions in Act No. 27 of 2007 concerning PWP-PK with UNCLOS 1982. Special handling in coastal and marine areas includes aspects of integration and institutional authority, so that the resources contained in the area this can be a superior product contributing to the development of the Indonesian nation in the future. In accordance with the principles of integrated coastal management, as regulated in Article 4 of Act No. 27 of 2007 concerning PWP-PK, coastal area management in Indonesia involves many sectors and natural resources, both living and non-living, and implementation requires collaboration between the Government and Regional Governments.
Keywords: Territory, Law, Sea
The Ship Signature Licensing System
Authors: Triwahyuni Siti Nurlaili
Published: January 2021

Vessel registration is a registration of ownership rights to a ship. A vessel that has been registered can be used as collateral for debt by means of a mortgage imposition on the vessel, it can also be subject to other property rights. The stages and conditions for registering ships in Indonesia are based on the Regulation of the Minister of Transportation Number PM 39 of 2017. Applications are submitted to ship registrar officials, accompanied by various documents. Information is also required from the applicant demonstrating that the ship is an Indonesian ship according to the 311 Commercial Code. Further documents are required for determination of the nationality of the ship. Based on the request, and provided all documentation is verified and all requirements met, the harbormaster (a ship registrar official) will make a registration deed and the ship owner will be given the first copy of the registration certificate.
Keywords: Licensing, Registration Letter, Ship
Low Shipping Safety Management in Indonesian Archipelagic Sea (ALKI)
Authors: Sidharta Driaskoro Budi
Published: January 2021

The Indonesian Archipelagic Sea (ALKI) is a sea channel. ALKI II and III are routes that are busy by ships so that they have a positive impact on the growth of ship traffic in KTI. However, this has not been accompanied by an optimal safety system, especially due to the unpreparedness of the operators and regulators. This study uses quantitative analysis methods to assess the application of safety management through respondents’ opinions. The results of the study indicate that shipping safety arrangements still require improvement, in particular strengthening the ability of ship crews to handle actions at sea, understanding of safety management for owners and operators, and more intensive supervision of personnel. However, the government has made efforts to synergize national laws and regulations related to shipping safety to improve safety management in ALKI 2 and 3.
Keywords: Shipping, Safety Management, Archipelagic Sea Lanes
Container Sea Transportation as part of the Masterplan for Economic Acceleration and Expansion in Eastern Indonesia
Authors: . Febriyanti , Ariyana Ade Riusma
Published: January 2021

In order to support sea transportation services, the development of industrial processing (to keep pace with demand) must be included into the integrated economic strategy or economic corridor in the Masterplan for the Acceleration and Expansion of Indonesia’s Economic Development in the East. Indonesia also plays an increasingly large role in the global economy and a number of bilateral trade agreements. This is reflected in the improvement in Indonesia’s debt rating when the ratings of other countries have actually decreased. Through the MP3EI steps, the acceleration and expansion of economic development will place Indonesia as a developed country in 2025 with a per capita income of USD14,250-USD 15,500. To achieve this goal, real economic growth is needed of around 8.0%-9.0% per year between 2015 and 2025.
Keywords: Master Plan, Containers, Economic Development
Utilization of Sea Transportation to Increase the Growth of Tourism Sector
Authors: Taufiqurrahman Muhammad
Published: January 2021

Transportation facilities on land, sea and air play a vital socio-economic role in the for trans-regional distribution and logistics. Distribution of goodsand people will become easier and faster if the existing transportation facilities are functioning properly, allowing for the integration of Indonesia’s far-flung regions. Transportation infrastructure is particularly important to support the country’s burgeoning tourism industry – a vital influence on and contributor to local economies.
Keywords: Transportation, Tourism, Facilities
Optimization of River Transport Services Using the Minimum Transportation Standard Reference to Improve Community Satisfaction
Authors: Amanda Monica
Published: January 2021

The community need for ferry transportation in Indonesia is increasingly important to support equitable development across the disparate regions and cater to the growing demand for passenger transportation. However, there are several crossings that are not yet optimal, despite the implementation of the Minimum Service Standards for Ferry Transportation, namely Ministerial Regulation No. 62 of 2019, which includes several service level variables, namely safety, security, comfort, convenience, equality, and regularity. This article is based on qualitative research and descriptive research and seeks to identify development foci for the ferry transportation sector to improve customer and community satisfaction.
Keywords: Optimization, Ferry Transportation, Satisfaction
Policies Conducted to Support Maritime Safety and Security in Sea Transportation Systems
Authors: Buchari Erika , Victoria Argo
Published: January 2021

Transportation in the era of globalization vital. Public transportation generally includes trains and buses, but also airline services, ferry ports, and taxis. The existence of good public transportation greatly affects the economy of a region or region. The success of economic growth in a country cannot be separated from government interference in an effort to create public transportation that is comfortable, safe, clean, and well ordered. Sea transportation in Indonesia has not been optimally developed, but has significant potential. Therefore, safety and security are key factors that must be considered as a basis and benchmark for decision makers. The safety and security system of marine transportation in Indonesia is not yet running optimally, accidents still often occur both due to natural and human factors. The main cause of marine accidents is due to the ferries exceeding their loading capacities. Government policies in the maritime sector, both the fishing industry and the shipping industry have not been consistently implemented in accordance with the prevailing laws.
Keywords: Policy, Safety, Security, Maritime, Sea Transportation
Comparison of Selection of Sea Transportation Modes To Simeulue Port
Authors: Sinaga Shanty Katharina
Published: January 2021

The islands of Simeulue and Aceh are located in the South Indian Ocean part of Aceh, and maritime transportation is vitally important to these island communities. The users of sea transportation want a quick, affordable and comfortable service, and a convenient departure schedule. However, currently the services provided fall short of these goals, with long delays, despite the high levels of competition which should encourage service improvements. This study assesses the considerations which go into customer decisions to choose between the different providers. The results show that travel was predominantly made for recreational purposes (48%) of for trade (42%).
Keywords: Mode, Ferry, Pioneer Ship
Ignoring Safety Aspects that Could Reduce Traffic Accidents
Authors: Tampubolon Brenhard Mangatur
Published: January 2021

Safety on the road is an important consideration for every road user. There are various kinds of traffic signs that are can be employed, all of which are intended to discipline road users and improve their safety. However, Indonesian drivers frequently ignore these safety signs. This is particularly significant given the growing volume of vehicles in Indonesia – and as the number of vehicles has increased so has the number of accidents. This study uses quantitative research methods to explore this correlation and consider the consequences.
Keywords: Safety Aspects, Accident, Traffic
The Importance of Online Transportation Effectiveness for Business Resistance Strategies During the Covid-19 Pandemic
Authors: Tungkup Doharman Lumban
Published: January 2021

The stress on remote working during the Covid-19 pandemic, to prevent the spread of the disease, has contributed to global economic uncertainty during 2020, and this has detrimentally impacted micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to a significant extent. This has an impact on economic instability and one of those affected is MSMEs. For this reason, a survival strategy is needed to enable MSMEs to survive. One potential option is to collaborate with online transport services. This study combines qualitative research methods with exploratory steps with participatory observation techniques. Using UKMK and Grab Food as a case study, this article proposes that MSMEs look to involve themselves in e-commerce, focusing on digital marketing and collaboration opportunities to establish and optimize customer relationships.
Keywords: Online Transportation, Grab Food, Covid-19
Thank You to Our 2020 Reviewers
Authors: Sturgess Kit
Published: January 2021

2020 will be a year to remember! One of the standout features for me has been the speed with which ‘science’ has responded to the crisis in terms of developing and disseminating new information to the community highlighting the importance of digital communication – a space that Veterinary Evidence comfortably occupies. The availability of pre peer-reviewed papers has become the norm but it has also emphasised the essential need and benefit of the peer-review process as a significant number of pre-review papers have not made it through to ‘publication’ as issues were identified during the peer-review process.

As Editor-in-chief it makes me proud and thankful that Veterinary Evidence has a strong but agile peer-review process and I would like to thank all of our editors and reviewers for their continued support and their diligence in meeting demanding timelines during of these challenging times allowing Veterinary Evidence to publish more content than ever before. Without your highly valued knowledge, expertise and insights Veterinary Evidence would not be growing into the key knowledge source that it is today.

The Veterinary Evidence Editorial Board Meeting was held for the first time digitally on 7 December with the largest number of editorial board members able to attend. Members from across the globe were able to take part in wide and varied discussions around the development of the journal, resulting in important strategic initiatives and some key action points to pursue. The availability of the board to attend digitally will facilitate more frequent meetings allowing the journal to be more inclusive, and responsive to the changing landscape, as well as providing a digital recording of the event available for those board members unable to attend.

Key areas discussed included development of the format of PICOs and further refining the process for approving them, strategies to encourage engagement and submissions from veterinary nurses, and the development of policies to encourage diversity and inclusion within the board and contributors to the journal, as well as ways to increase the reach of the journal. Having only been Editor-in-chief since September, I have been very impressed by how active and dedicated our reviewers and board members are and how dynamic and forward-looking Veterinary Evidence is as it matures into a key contributor to veterinary literature. None of this would be possible without your support for which I am very grateful.
Emerging trends in strategic planning
Authors: David Fred R. , David Forest R. , Kovács Tünde Zita , Nábrádi András
Published: January 2021

In today’s rapidly changing world, there is an increased need for excellent strategic planning. A firm’s survival may indeed hinge on the firm’s planning process being exemplary. Various aspects of the strategic planning process are under review today as organizations wrestle to compete more effectively. This paper reveals and describes five emerging trends or tools being utilized today by firms to more effectively engage in strategic planning. Specifically, the emerging trends and tools to be discussed in this paper are as follows:
1) Assure vision and mission statements include desired characteristics
2) Perform SWOT (Strengths-Weaknesses-Opportunities-Threats) analysis using AQCD (Actionable, Quantitative, Comparative, and Divisional) factors
3) Utilize varied sources to obtain AQCD information
4) Utilize QSPM (Quantitative Strategic Planning Matrix) analysis to determine the relative attractiveness of alternative strategies
5) Use excel-based software to facilitate and enhance the strategic planning process.
The purpose of this paper is to familiarize readers with basic new tools and techniques being used by organizations to effectively develop an improved strategic plan for the firm.
JEL Code: M21, O21
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Ensayo literario: hacia una teoría de la traducción
Authors: Bernal Nathaly , Arciniegas Hugo Armando
Published: January 2021

Este artículo se propone contribuir a la sistematización teórica de rasgos constitutivos del ensayo, con miras a considerarlos en la práctica de traducción: superestructura argumentativa, narrador ensayista, responsabilidad ética, hibridez genérica, referencias culturales y figuras retóricas y de pensamiento. Para este fin, nos aproximamos a una conceptualización crítica del género; revisamos el campo teórico-crítico de la traducción literaria, tanto de géneros tradicionales como del ensayo, considerablemente menor. Concluimos que la identificación y traducción de estos rasgos redundan en la conservación de la voluntad de estilo y la intención argumentativa del bnarrador ensayista, con lo que la traducción se constituye una muestra de responsabilidad ética, tanto para con el autor del texto meta como para el lector de éste.
Alterações hematológicas no paciente portador de HIV no momento do diagnóstico e seis meses após o início da terapia antiretroviral
Authors: Ferreira Nayro de Sousa , Dantas Kelsen Eulálio
Published: January 2021

A avaliação dos dados hematológicos associados à contagem de CD4+ e a quantificação da carga viral podem contribuir para o monitoramento da infecção pelo HIV. Objetivo: descrever as citopenias encontradas nos pacientes portadores de HIV no momento do diagnóstico e seis meses após o início da terapia antirretroviral. Metodologia: esta pesquisa é exploratória, descritiva e quantitativa, realizada entre janeiro e junho de 2018, através de questionário socioeconômico-demográfico e clínico. Resultados: a análise dos dados apontou resultados significativos em relação às alterações hematológicas dos pacientes com HIV/AIDS, no qual, após seis meses do diagnóstico, houve aumento dos níveis de Hemoglobina/Hematócrito (P= 0,010/0,001), melhorando a anemia provocada pela doença, como também uma diminuição das taxas de Ferritina (P= <0,001), LDH (P= 0,006), Reticulócitos (P=0,001), TIBC (P= 0,007) e T4 Livre (P= 0,013), com efeito fisiológico benéfico para o organismo do paciente. Além disso, a carga viral atingiu níveis plasmáticos indetectáveis, elevando a quantidade de linfócitos CD4+, recuperando, assim, a imunidade. Conclusão: Todas as alterações hematológicas, isoladas ou combinadas, refletiram na ação direta do HIV sobre a medula óssea. Portanto, inflamações e/ou infecções oportunistas, deficiências nutricionais, efeito colateral de medicamentos e neoplasias estão correlacionadas diretamente com o grau de imunossupressão.
Stock Market Response to Multiple Alliance Announcements
Authors: Tewari Manish , Ramanlal Pradip Kumar , Kumar Rajesh , De Soumendra
Published: January 2021

We document frequency distribution of 4315 two-party, non-equity alliances undertaken by the U.S. based firms between 1986 and 2015 in 11industries and find that on an aggregate basis, the firms which form multiple alliances based on the exploitation motive are as likely to enter into alliance as the firms that enter into multiple alliances based on the exploration motive. However, we find strong evidence that the firms that enter into alliances on three or more occasions are driven by the exploration motive while, the firms that enter into alliances one and one or two times are driven by the exploitation motive.  The average cumulative abnormal returns (ACAR) for all of the three subsamples of firms that undertook one, one or two, and three or more alliances during the time period for this study are all positive but exhibit a declining trend.  Firms that are larger in terms of total assets engage more frequently in alliances than smaller firms.  Returns to firms that enter into three or more alliances are sensitive to the leverage employed and the likelihood of bankruptcy whereas returns to firms that enter into only one or one or two alliances are affected significantly by the considerations of competitive forces.
A Study on Financial Performance of the Jordanian Commercial Banks using the CAMEL Model and Panel Data Approach
Authors: Al Zaidanin Jamil
Published: January 2021

The purpose of this research paper is to extensively investigate and examine the effect of the CAMEL model variables on the profitability and financial soundness of the thirteen Jordanian commercial banks for the period of 2013 to 2019, the primary data were collected from the published audited financial reports of the Jordanian commercial banks. The study uses CAMEL model variables of Capital adequacy, Asset Quality, Management efficiency, Earnings ability, and Liquidity management to rank banks as per their overall performance and measuring their effect on banks’ profitability measures of Return on Assets and Return on Equity separately through applying the fixed effect regression model. It is concluded that the ranking approach shows that Bank of Jordan was in the top position followed by the Capital Bank of Jordan. Jordan Ahli Bank was in the lowest rank in most positions. Furthermore, the empirical results indicates that Non-Interest Income to Total Assets and Net Interest Income to Total Loans and Advances have significant positive relationships with both profitability measures whereas cost to Total Income and Non-Interest Income to Total Assets have strong negative relationships with the profitability measures. In addition, Equity to Total Assets has strong negative relationship with ROE. The study suggests that Jordanian commercial banks can improve their profitability through the concentration on main activities, efficiently managing their capital adequacy, maintaining high quality level of lending policy, and utilization of full assets. Additionally, the current study recommends conducting more studies on banks’ performance determinants with an expanded scope and using more financial models besides the CAMEL model.
Histologic Changes in Eccrine Apparatus in Patients With Sjogren Syndrome and No Evidence of Anhidrosis
Authors: Pukhalskaya Tatsiana , Smoller Bruce R
Published: January 2021

Sjogren syndrome (SS) is an autoimmune disease that involves salivary and lacrimal glands. There are rare articles describing hypohidrosis or anhidrosis in SS patients. Little is known about the histologic findings seen in patients with SS who do not report decreased sweating. We analyzed skin samples from 31 patients with SS who had undergone skin biopsies for reasons not related to SS. We assessed the number, distribution and pathologic changes within and around the eccrine ducts, glands and acrosyringia. The composition of the inflammatory infiltrate was additionally accessed utilizing immunohistochemical stains. Overall, in 60% of cases we observed some degree of inflammation. In virtually all cases the inflammatory infiltrate was located around the eccrine ducts at a distance from the non-SS pathology. It was mainly composed of CD3+ T cells with increasing number of B and plasma cells as periductal inflammation intensified. This study is the first histologic analysis of asymptomatic skin in patients with SS. It demonstrates the presence of skin involvement in the majority of SS patients. Our results emphasize the importance of systematic skin evaluation in this category of patients as well as counseling, early preventive measurements and timely treatment when indicated.
GAMBARAN RUMAH SAKIT RAMAH LINGKUNGAN
Authors: Parlindungan Sigalingging Brando Harison , Nadiroh Nadiroh , Sucahyanto Sucahyanto
Published: January 2021

Rumah sakit ramah lingkungan saat ini menjadi salah satu kebutuhan dalam manajemen perubahan yang sedang dikembangkan di banyak rumah sakit. Rumah sakit ramah lingkungan atau dikenal dengan istilah green hospital adalah rumah sakit yang didesain, dibangun/direnovasi dan dioperasikan serta dipelihara dengan mempertimbangkan prinsip kesehatan dan lingkungan berkelanjutan. Dalam rangka mewujudkan rumah sakit yang antisipatif terhadap dampak pemanasan dan perubahan iklim global. Rumah sakit di masa mendatang harus menjadi tempat yang sehat baik di dalam maupun di lingkungan sekitarnya, mengurangi tingkat toksisitas pada bahan-bahan yang digunakan oleh rumah sakit, rumah sakit harus sesedikit mungkin menggunakan sumber daya energi dan air, serta mengurangi produksi limbah yang dihasilkan, mensejajarkan kesehatan lingkungan dalam mempertimbangkan prioritas sistem kesehatan sesuai ketentuan bangunan hijau, dan mengutamakan “konsep berkelanjutan” dalam pelayanan kesehatan
American Orthopaedic Association’s (AOA) Council of Orthopaedic Residency Directors (CORD) 2019 Summer Conference: Top Abstracts*
Authors: Weistroffer Joseph K. ,   on behalf of the CORD/Academics Committee, Patt Joshua C. ,   on behalf of the CORD/Academics Committee
Published: January 2021

In a continuing collaboration between the American Orthopaedic Association’s (AOA) Council of Orthopaedic Residency Directors (CORD) and JBJS, the following 10 abstracts highlight the scientific research presented at AOA’s annual national meeting that was held in June 2019 in San Diego, California. These abstracts embody CORD’s purpose and mission:

“The American Orthopaedic Association’s Council of Orthopaedic Residency Directors (CORD) program strives to recognize best practices in orthopaedic residency education and fellowship education based on ACGME [Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education]-defined essential knowledge and skills in each of the residency education competency areas. CORD provides a forum for academic orthopaedic leaders to exchange ideas, discuss solutions to challenges, and find ways to teach residents in orthopaedic programs effectively.”

We hope that this education-related research will inspire further inquiry to advance the development of future orthopaedic surgeons.
Finn/Orthopaedic Salvage System Distal Femoral Rotating-Hinge Megaprostheses in Oncologic Patients
Authors: Ogura Koichi , Yakoub Mohamed A. , Boland Patrick J. , Healey John H.
Published: January 2021

Background:

There is a lack of evidence regarding long-term outcomes of rotating-hinge knee prostheses with distal femoral replacement in a large oncologic patient series. In this study, we investigated the proportion of patients experiencing complications requiring surgery in the long term, as well as the cumulative incidence of implant removal/revision and amputation at 5, 10, 15, and 20 years through competing risk analyses.

Methods:

We retrospectively studied 214 patients treated with a Finn/Orthopaedic Salvage System (OSS) knee prosthesis (Zimmer Biomet) after distal femoral resection from 1991 to 2017. The study end points were postoperative complications requiring surgery. Reoperations were classified as major when there was (1) removal of the metal-body femoral component, the tibial component, or the bone-implant fixation; (2) major revision (exchange of the metal-body femoral component, the tibial component, or the bone-implant fixation); or (3) amputation. Minor reoperations were defined as all other reoperations. Competing risk analysis was used to estimate the cumulative incidence of implant removal/revision or amputation.

Results:

There were 312 reoperations in 113 patients (98 major reoperations in 68 patients and 214 minor reoperations). Seventeen patients (8%) required ≥5 additional operations, and 21 patients (10%) required >1 major reoperation. Although the number of reoperations decreased over time, major and minor reoperations continuously accrued after 10 years. The cumulative incidences of implant removal or revision for any reason at 5, 10, 15, and 20 years were 22.6%, 30.1%, 34.3%, and 42.5%, respectively. Although most implant removals/revisions occurred in the first 10 years, the risk persisted after 10 years, at a mean of 1.24%/year, mainly due to deep infection (1.06%/year).

Conclusions:

The long-term outcomes of treatment with a Finn/OSS distal femoral rotating-hinge knee prosthesis showed it to be a durable reconstruction technique. The rate of implant removal/revisions after 10 years was gradual (1.24%/year). Deep infection remains a major late-failure mechanism, and lifetime surveillance for prosthetic problems is needed.

Level of Evidence:

TherapeuticLevel IV. See Instructions for Authors for a complete description of levels of evidence.
Low Adherence to Recommended Guidelines for Open Fracture Antibiotic Prophylaxis
Authors: Lin Carol A. , O'Hara Nathan N. , Sprague Sheila , O'Toole Robert V. , Joshi Manjari , Harris Anthony D. , Warner Stephen J. , Johal Herman , Natoli Roman M. , Hagen Jennifer E. , Jeray Kyle J. , Fowler Justin T. , Phelps Kevin D. , Pilson Holly T. , Gitajn I. Leah , Bhandari Mohit , Slobogean Gerard P. ,   the PREP-IT Investigators
Published: January 2021

Background:

Prompt administration of antibiotics is a critical component of open fracture treatment. Traditional antibiotic recommendations have been a first-generation cephalosporin for Gustilo Type-I and Type-II open fractures, with the addition of an aminoglycoside for Type-III fractures and penicillin for soil contamination. However, concerns over changing bacterial patterns and the side effects of aminoglycosides have led to interest in other regimens. The purpose of the present study was to describe the adherence to current prophylactic antibiotic guidelines.

Methods:

We evaluated the antibiotic-prescribing practices of 24 centers in the U.S. and Canada that were participating in 2 randomized controlled trials of skin-preparation solutions for open fractures. A total of 1,234 patients were evaluated.

Results:

All patients received antibiotics on the day of admission. The most commonly prescribed antibiotic regimen was cefazolin monotherapy (53.6%). Among patients with Type-I and Type-II fractures, there was 61.1% compliance with cefazolin monotherapy. In contrast, only 17.2% of patients with Type-III fractures received the recommended cefazolin and aminoglycoside therapy, with an additional 6.7% receiving piperacillin/tazobactam.

Conclusions:

There is moderate adherence to the traditional antibiotic treatment guidelines for Gustilo Type-I and Type-II fractures and low adherence for Type-III fractures. Given the divergence between current practice patterns and prior recommendations, high-quality studies are needed to determine the most appropriate prophylactic protocol.