bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Coronavirus and Fingerprint Technology
Authors: Iwasokun Gabriel B.
Published: September 2021

The corona virus disease, otherwise known as COVID-19, is an extremely communicable and pathogenic viral infection caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome corona virus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), which emerged in Wuhan, China in December 2019 and has spread to almost all the countries in the world. The transmission of the virus is through touching of the nose, eyes, or mouth by a finger that has been contaminated through droplets on a surface when a carrier sneezes or coughs. Since the existing fingerprint devices are predominantly contact based, it implies that they can aid in the transmission of the virus. This paper discusses the application of fingerprint devices in notable places with high rate of COVID-19 infection as well as the threats to fingerprint technologies and the countermeasures. The need to change focus and orientation towards contactless biometric technologies as sure solution to the fear and animosity expressed towards contact-based fingerprint technology is also expatiated.
Examining Gender Differences in the Factors Affecting Ethical Leadership
Authors: Singh Amandeep , Kaur Amandeep
Published: September 2021

This paper examines the gender differences in the statements measuring ethical leadership and to explore the factors affecting ethical leadership. The questionnaire has been distributed among the various government senior secondary schools of Punjab, India. Independent t-test is applied to know the perception of males and females. The result reveals that females have higher perception in many of the statements in the ethical leadership scale as compared to male staff members. On the other hand, there are three factors that are affecting the ethical leadership showing the important correlation among them.
Influence of BMI on foot posture alignment in resting gait of secondary school children in Lagos metropolis aged 10 to 18 years
Authors: Mbaka Godwin O. , Adelaja Mario
Published: September 2021

The study was to determine the influence of BMI on foot posture alignment in the resting gait of secondary school children. A localized, two-stage, stratified, cross-sectional, and descriptive survey was carried out in 10 secondary schools involving a sample secondary student population of 518 students, 235 males, and 283 females. The result shows that there was a statistically significant association (X2=32.4345, p=0.000) between the BMI of student’s cohort and their age. There was also a statistically significant association between different age groups and gender at p<0.046. Using the statistics of Pearson chi-square analysis, age-dependent variability of BMI (X2=32.4345, p=0.000) was established amongst the study population. The BMI of students for the varying foot alignment was not normally distributed, instead, it was skewed to the right. According to the Kruskal-Wallis H test, there was no statistically significant difference in BMI between the three age cohorts of student’s foot alignment in resting gait; Pearson chisquare, X2 (2) = 4.575, p=0.1015. The distribution of the left foot posture alignment according to the FPI scale indicates that overall, 82.13% of males and 84.40% of females showed normal foot alignment whereas 10.64% and 9.22% of male and female students respectively confirmed slight foot pronation while 7.23% of male students and 6.38% of female students showed slightly supinated feet. This study shows that BMI has no influence on FPI in resting gait. The high incidence of underweight amongst the students’ population could be a reflection of the low socioeconomic status of many families.
The first case of abdominal mycotic aneurysm caused by K1 hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae in a healthy adult
Authors: Kim Misun , Yoo Jeong Rae , Oh Hyunjoo , Kim Young Ree , Lee Keun Hwa , Heo Sang Taek
Published: September 2021

Incidence of hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae (hvKp) infection has been steadily increasing in the Asia-Pacific rim. The characteristic of hvKp infection is its ability to cause multiple site infections and unpredictable metastatic spread in the community. We describe the first case of mycotic aneurysm caused by hvKp serotype K1 in a previously healthy man and review the literature. Of a total of 13 cases, including our case, three cases were related to hvKp. Among patients with hvKp, the level of mycotic aneurysm in most patients was the infrarenal aorta, and they underwent an aortic graft or coil embolization. All strains were susceptible to most antimicrobial agents, except ampicillin. Early detection of hvKp can help to prevent the metastatic spread of pathogens and be useful for optimal patient care and epidemiologic research.
Continuous renal replacement therapy increased plasma cholinesterase activity in a case of acute organophosphate poisoning
Authors: Kwon In Ho , Jeong Jinwoo , Choi Yuri
Published: September 2021

Extracorporeal removal of organophosphate from blood has been proposed, but the efficacy of hemodialysis and hemoperfusion has not been established. We report a case of organophosphate poisoning in which continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) was applied with conventional indications and was found to increase plasma cholinesterase levels by hemodiafiltration. A 73-year-old male was found unconscious at home and was brought to the emergency department by ambulance. An empty bottle of Supracide insecticide, of which the active ingredient is methidathion, was found beside him. CRRT was initiated because he showed signs of oliguria and acidosis with an unstable hemodynamic condition. Although his condition improved temporarily after CRRT initiation, it subsequently deteriorated, and he died despite maximal supportive effort. His prefilter plasma cholinesterase levels remained at <200 U/L for 3 days, while his postfilter levels were 358 U/L 1 hour after CRRT initiation and they were 689 U/L 18 hours later. Our case suggests that CRRT might play a role in treating organophosphate poisoning by possibly eliminating organophosphate.
Bangla Political Cinema and its Impact among the Young Generation in Bangladesh
Authors: Islam Md Khairul , Islam Muhammad Sajidul , Hasan Sabbir
Published: September 2021

Film conveys a country's ideology and culture to its citizens, and the value of the film industry may be demonstrated by an in-depth analysis of films. It is not unreasonable to believe that our considerations and opinions on a variety of controversial topics are influenced by knowledge gained through film. Film conveys a country's ideology and culture to its citizens, and the value of the film industry may be demonstrated by an in-depth analysis of films. It is not unreasonable to believe that our considerations and opinions on a variety of controversial topics are influenced by knowledge gained through film. It has received multiple international awards for the distinctiveness of Bangladeshi films, but due to a lack of specialized assistance, the film has been left behind in Bangladesh. Bangladesh's film industry isn't solely focused on its work, which causes unrest among the local population. The establishment of a legal film city studio with adequate offices will be the start of some significant advancement in the film industry. Film is also depicted in this study as a venue where current social and political fights and states of a nation are addressed in a brief discussion of moving time. Political movements are solely associated with and influenced by living souls. This study discusses the highlights of the film that reflect social, political, and social developments and contribute to the shaping of reality.
Synthesis and Structure of Nanocomposites based on Linear Polymers and Nanoparticles of Titanium Dioxide
Authors: Kuznetsova Elena , Thang Tran Quyet
Published: September 2021

Nanocomposites based on titanium dioxide and epoxy polymer nanoparticles have been obtained and investigated by the in situ method at the stage of curing with preliminary ultrasonic dispersion and evacuation. The composition and structure of the obtained TiO2 nanocomposites have been studied by IR spectroscopy and scanning electron microscopy. It is shown that with an increase in the content of nanoparticles, their average size increases to 88 nm at a TiO2 concentration of 1% as a result of secondary aggregation processes
Fostering the Key Competencies of Undergraduates Majoring in Primary School Teaching and Learning based on the Standards of PISA International Comparative Study
Authors: Mukoviz O.P. , Kravchuk O. V. , Roienko L. M. , Torchynska T. A. , Voloshina H. P.
Published: September 2021

The purpose of the study was to identify how the reshaped curriculum that was based on PISA standards fostered the key competencies of undergraduates majoring in primary school teaching and learning in terms of materials design and teaching methodology used throughout the internships at schools. The study used qualitative and quantitative methods with qualitative methods getting higher priority to enlarge the base of evidence and get a deeper insight into the issues under research. It was found that reshaping the pre-service teacher professional training, specifically in test format, materials design, and assessment, and made the shift to training schoolchildren to take PISA-based test was necessary for the school educational settings in Ukraine. The teacher students’ awareness of the PISA-based test needed improvement. The training model used in the study along with the internship addressed the loopholes in the university curriculums and training of the students majoring in primary education. The intervention brought a positively challenging experience for the students. It helped them to ‘pump up’ their intellectual, professional, and technical skills. They raised awareness of the PISA-based test, Blooms’ Taxonomy, and test question formulation. The students learned to use DIF and DTF methods to validate the PISA test questions, age specifics in training primary school children in terms of adjusting it taking the PISA-based test, and approaches to creating a positive mindset in primary schoolchildren towards learning through dialogue and cooperation. It was found that the students upgraded their teaching and material design skills and became more confident as teachers in terms of PISA-based test training. Changing the students’ perceptions and their teaching approaches were the major difficulties and challenges to the study. They were addressed through mentorship which was used when the students did internship
Después de la heroica fase de exploración. La historiografía urbana en América Latina
Authors: Mejía Pavony Germán Rodrigo
Published: September 2021

Las ciudades, los pueblos y las aldeas no formaron parte central de los asuntos que debían ser explicados en las historias nacionales del siglo XXI, pero tampoco en la historiografía crítica, en la marxista o en la “nueva historia” que tomaron forma en América Latina mediando el siglo XX. Este libro revisa las exploraciones, al principio marginales, que desde América Latina se han hecho a la ciudad, las redes urbanas y todo lo que ello implica en las explicaciones que la historiografía trata de elaborar sobre el mundo en el que vivimos. Escrito por doce autores y autoras desde todos los puntos del subcontinente, desde diferentes experiencias y perspectivas disciplinares, hace un balance obligatorio para entender los caminos de institucionalización de las ciencias sociales y para pensar los retos de la historiografía urbana. En el conjunto, la obra sostiene la existencia de lo que hoy llamamos “historiografía urbana” como un campo especí¬fico de conocimiento, pertinente y necesario, que hace mucho superó “la heroica fase de exploración”, y que es capaz de participar en agendas comunes con las ciencias sociales: con la profundidad temporal que no le es propia al resto, y con el énfasis sobre la dimensión espacial que no atienden sufi¬cientemente ni la historia ni otras ciencias.
Development of a Program to Educate Physician Assistant Students on Performance of a Comprehensive Breast Exam
Authors: Jaffey Pamela , Cherkiss Diana , Sanchez Mara , Hardigan Patrick
Published: September 2021

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to develop a new program to educate physician assistant (PA) students on the performance of a comprehensive breast exam and to test its effectiveness as compared to the previous program. Methods: The preexisting educational program for the performance of a clinical breast exam was evaluated during the term prior to the start of clinical rotations for the class of 2015. Baseline data were obtained from this control group by evaluation of student competency using a skills examination, utilizing a Nasco Advanced Breast Exam Simulator, and using a female standardized patient. An innovative program educating the PA class of 2016 on the performance and interpretation of a comprehensive breast exam was instituted, incorporating a new palpation technique, new models, and simulated patients. Both classes were directly compared in terms of their breast examination skills at 5 months post-training by administering the same skills examination. Nested, mixed, generalized, and linear models were created to look for differences between the two classes. Each model was adjusted by covariates to account for variation in student ability. Results: The PA class of 2016 showed statistically better performance in breast inspection, lymph node palpation, breast palpation, breast mass detection, and documentation of findings compared to the PA class of 2015. Conclusion: The new educational program on the clinical breast exam using a well-organized laboratory session with subsequent skills testing was found to be very efficacious.
An Interprofessional Approach to Teaching Evidence-based Practice
Authors: Gresham - Anderson Jennifer , Williamson Kathleen , Ayinagadda Satyanarayana
Published: September 2021

Purpose: The purpose of this mixed methods study was to identify students’ engagement and implementation of EBP competencies after exposure to EBP content in an interprofessional online research course. In this research, a diverse, convenience sample of nursing, respiratory care, and social work students were selected. The results aim to assist educators in preparing the next generation for their first professional role in providing care using the best evidence. The research questions that guided the study were: (1) What are the levels of practice, attitude, knowledge and skill regarding EBP among the sample? (2) What are the barriers and facilitators to acquiring EBP competency? (3) What are the differences in EBP attitudes, knowledge, and skills between the diverse disciplines in the sample? Methods: This descriptive mixed methods study employed a cross sectional design that allowed comparisons of programs and the different levels within the program. Quantitative data was collected using the S-EBPQ survey, allowing participants’ the opportunity to self-report on the practice, attitude, and knowledge/skills. Qualitative data was collected through two focus groups of approximately six to ten students from the three programs. Results: Data showed that students within the three selected disciplines had a positive attitude towards EBP. Theme analysis supported this view as participants noted EBP impacts patient safety and quality care. Barriers identified included, “lack of resources, use of research language interchangeably with EBP, quick exposure to EBP and confusion among EBP practices in the clinical setting.” Participants had an awareness of EBP and recognized the value of EBP. However, there may be ways to improve the implementation of EBP throughout the learning process while students are in undergraduate studies. Conclusion: Using an interprofessional online research course to introduce students to EBP was successful. Providing an interprofessional approach to teaching EBP will provide support the implementation of EBP competencies. Further development of additional interprofessional EBP courses or activities should be considered. This study found that if interprofessional care teams’ work together and use the EBP process in their courses it will improve student perceived value of EBP.
An Interprofessional Clinical Placement in a Primary Healthcare Setting: A Pilot Study
Authors: Aggar Christina , Mozolic-Staunton Beth , Lovi Renee , Scorey Maggie , Kemp Melissa , Walker Tara , Lewis Sian
Published: September 2021

Purpose: Internationally, and in Australia, interprofessional education (IPE) is becoming typical in primary healthcare delivery and is core to delivering patient-centred care. It is essential that primary healthcare education develop interprofessional capacity in order to produce a skilled workforce. An IPE clinical placement for undergraduate health students was developed and piloted in primary healthcare settings. The aim of this study was to evaluate the impact of the IPE clinical placement in a primary healthcare setting on students’ perceptions of interprofessional education. Method: A pre-post placement validated questionnaire (n=19) indicated overall perceptions of IPE significantly increased over the course of the IPE clinical placement. Results: There was a significant increase in competency and autonomy and understanding of roles over time. There was no significant increase in the reported perception of need for interprofessional cooperation, however there was a significant increase in actual interprofessional cooperation. Conclusion: This was a successful pilot program that warrants further development and research to include longer-term follow up of students’ perceptions towards IPE and analyze whether collaboration and teamwork skills obtained during the IPE primary healthcare experience are transferrable to future professional practice.
Allied Health Professionals Experience of Supervising Allied Health Assistants. A Mixed Method Study.
Authors: Brown Patrick , Fitzpatrick Sue , Hockings Rowena
Published: September 2021

Purpose: The aim of this paper is to quantify time spent by allied health professionals in allied health assistant supervision and to explore allied health assistant supervision from an allied health professional perspective. Method: A convergent parallel mixed method design was used. Forty-seven allied health professionals were surveyed, and 18 allied health professionals participated in focus groups, providing different but complementary data with the aim of gaining a more complete understanding of allied health assistant supervision load. Results: Allied health professionals report spending 10% of their workday supervising allied health assistants. Descriptive interpretation of the focus group data presents evidence that allied health professionals in this local health district lacked knowledge of allied health assistant training, skills, and roles, and that this gap in understanding affected their ability to supervise and delegate to allied health assistants. Conclusion: The findings were found to support improving knowledge and skills of allied health professionals relating to supervision of allied health assistants.
Transforming Through Reflection: Use of Student-Led Reflections in the Development of Intercultural Competence during a Short-Term International Immersion Experience
Authors: Ceo-DiFrancesco Diane , Dunn Leah , Solorio Nathalie
Published: September 2021

Purpose: Curricular integration designed to include cultural competence standards for health care professionals is paramount to preparing students to meet the needs of a growing diverse population in the U.S. The purpose of this research is to examine the cultural competency development of occupational therapy students, and to report on their reflections and perspectives during a two-week immersive and service-learning experience in Guatemala. Methods: As intercultural competence is a highly personal trait, the study used a descriptive qualitative research design gaining participants’ perspectives of the short-term international immersion experience through student-led reflective focus groups, using an open discussion format, during the immersion experience. Results: Data analysis yielded three themes: Do, Experience, Understand; Change Factor; and Future Action that represent the student perspective in a cultural immersion experience. The first theme: Do, Experience, Understand encompassed participants’ discussion of how fully engaging in a culture different than their own was necessary to understand differences and commonalities. The second theme: Change Factor included expressions of dissonance in level of physical, emotional, and mental comfort that prompted a transformation within the student. The final theme: Future Action, described a tangible outcome from the immersion experience. By engaging with a different culture, participants experienced a transformation, leading to sharing of their desire to continue their advocacy efforts on behalf of others. Conclusion: Reflection became a key element in the transformative nature of the learning experience. It became obvious that a safe environment in which to share dreams, doubts, cultural missteps and successful moments was necessary for coping with feelings of dissonance. The safe sharing environment added to the cohesiveness of the group, lowered anxiety and provided opportunities for learning. Participants’ verbalized descriptions of transformative learning necessary in the development of intercultural competency during an international cultural immersion experience. By participating in a cultural immersion experience integrated into their curricular program, students began to articulate cultural competencies required to consider multiples lenses, perspectives and backgrounds of their future clients.
Opioids and an Active Population: Athletic Trainers' Perceptions
Authors: Bates Dana
Published: September 2021

Purpose: Opioid use, misuse, and abuse are occurring in both high school and collegiate athletes. There is limited research that examines athletic trainers' perceptions of opioids. The purpose of this qualitative research study was to investigate athletic trainers’ awareness and practice of opioids in an active population. Method: Qualitative inquiry was used to explore athletic trainers' awareness of opioids in an active population. Ten athletic trainers (7 male, 3 female) employed in the Northwest Athletic Training Association (6 collegiate, 4 high schools) volunteered for this study. Phone interviews were conducted in July to September 2017 with a semi-structured interview protocol. Interview data were analyzed inductively to uncover dominant themes, first by organizing the data, then summarizing into codes, and finally interpreting. Trustworthiness included both peer review and member checks. Results: Three themes emerged from this study regarding athletic trainers' practice with opioids: 1) athletic trainers have a responsibility to their patients regarding opioids, 2) communication with patients about opioids, and 3) athletic trainer perceived a lack of education regarding opioids. Conclusions: Evidence demonstrated that athletic trainers feel they have a role with opioids and their patients. While the majority of participants in this study did discuss opioids with their patients, athletic trainers felt they were lacking knowledge of opioids. Future research should explore athletic trainers’ knowledge and education surrounding opioids and an active population.
The Effect of Extraversion On Practical Examination Scores in Students of Physical Therapy
Authors: Richardson Scott , Zemanek Zachary , Downen Travis , Rich Chantsen , Weltzin Nate
Published: September 2021

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to determine whether a physical therapy student’s level of extraversion positively correlates to practical exam scores. Methods: Participants were a convenience sample recruited from the classes of 2018 and 2019 in the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at Franklin Pierce University in Goodyear, Arizona. Subjects completed the Goldberg’s Big-Five Factor Marker questionnaire as a measure of introversion/extraversion. These scores were compared with participants’ practical exam scores using a Spearman Rho statistical test with data analysis completed using SPSS software. Results: 60 participants (31 males, 29 females) with mean extraversion score (32.97+/-7.90, p=.27) and practical examination score (93.00 +/- 2.44, p=.08). Spearman Rho correlation was .282 (p = .031). Conclusions: A significant positive correlation between extraversion and practical examination scores in physical therapy students was found. Educators can use these findings to provide resources to students to assist with practical examination performance.
Competencias Profesionales Docentes en Educación Inicial: Revisión Sistemática
Authors: Campos de Vettori Nadia Varinia
Published: September 2021

A través de las competencias docentes se logra una educación inicial de calidad, la misma que es de suma trascendencia pues en la edad inicial comienza el desarrollo cognitivo de las personas. Las competencias se centra sobre todo en brindar oportunidades de crecimiento individual y colectivo, de convivencia y aprendizaje constante, las acciones educativas en los primeros años de vida, deben estar dirigidas a estimular el desarrollo cognitivo, emocional, de lenguaje, físico, motor, social, moral y sexual de los niños.

En este estudio se revisaron 111 artículos de los cuales tras filtración por criterios de inclusión, exclusión quedaron 42, tras filtrar por los criterios de calidad quedaron 37, finalmente tras el descarte quedaron 28. Los resultados muestran que la competencia docente  permite al niño relacionarse con otros desde temprana edad, a sentirse parte de un grupo y socializar con el mismo, desarrollar su creatividad y responsabilidad, además de un sin número de hábitos que lo ayudarán a formar su personalidad.
Comunidad Profesional de Aprendizaje en las Instituciones Educativas
Authors: Chalán Salazar Vilma Marlene
Published: September 2021

El presente artículo se corresponde con una revisión teórica sistemática de los cambios que produce una comunidad profesional de aprendizaje al institucionalizarse en una comunidad escolar. Así mismo, da a conocer los procesos por los que atraviesa la formación en servicio de una comunidad profesional de aprendizaje y de las oportunidades de crecer en función de los retos del contexto actual. También da la oportunidad a la comunidad educativa de ser partícipes de su propio cambio en función de las metas y objetivos trazados para el mejoramiento de su calidad educativa y el logro del perfil de egreso de los estudiantes. El proceso se inició con la búsqueda cuidadosa y minuciosa en revistas de gran impacto, se continuo con la selección de aquellas que se relacionaban con el tema a tratar para después realizar un estudio detallado, crítico y evaluativo de la información brindada en los artículos. En ellas, se pone de manifiesto la fuerte influencia de la formación de comunidades de aprendizaje en el desarrollo profesional centrado en el fortalecimiento de competencias profesionales. Asimismo, detalla los aspectos teóricos y prácticos para los procesos de cambio de una institución educativa en una comunidad de aprendizaje.
CONTACT PROBLEM OF INTERACTION OF A GUIDE ROLLER WITH A MINE CONDUCTOR
Authors:   Belarusian State University, ZHURAVKOV Michael A. , NIKOLAITCHIK Mikhail A. ,   Belarusian State University, MAEVSKI Pavel S. ,   Belarusian State University
Published: September 2021

The article considers the force interaction contact problem of a guide roller with a mine conductor during the movement of a mine lifting conveyance on the example of a model problem of the contact interaction of a torus with a beam. The model problem analytical solution is considered, a finite element model of the system under study is developed. Contacting bodies materials elastoplastic behavior was taken into account when solving the problem. The various contact types between guiding roller and the conductors were considered. The values of critical loads leading to plastic deformations occurrence in a conductor with various types of contacts are determined and their relationship with the friction coefficient value is established. Comparative analysis of the obtained analytical and numerical results demonstrates a high degree of correlation.
Counter-Phase of International Order Сonsolidation
Authors: Fesenko M.
Published: September 2021

The article examines the problems and prospects of the consolidation of the international order. The thesis that the global systemic crisis is a counter phase or a crisis of consolidation of the international order, which must be overcome by the joint efforts of participants of international relations in order to maintain the stability of the international system and prevent its destruction, is justified. The sustainable development of the modern international system depends on the consolidation of participants in the international order and the deepening of constructive cooperation between its participants. The interconnectedness of numerous crises leads to the intensification of the global system crisis. Its presence is a logical result of the global development of the system of international relations. Among the main elements of the global system crisis one can distinguish the financial crisis, economic crisis, environmental crisis, demographic crisis, global governance crisis, security crisis, energy crisis, global climate crisis. The inability of participants of the international system to regulate global crisis is evidence of a global governance crisis. All these crises, as the most important elements of the global system crisis, shape its structure, reflect its essence and make it holistic. The combination of interdependent crises complicates the overcoming of the global system crisis and strengthens it. Therefore, the global governance crisis is both the cause and the consequence of the global system crisis, which in turn indicates the turbulent state of the international system, in which it is impossible to clearly determine its further development. It is proved that the inability of the participants of the international system to consolidate themselves in accordance with the scale of global political transformations is one of the reasons for the emergence and deepening of the global systemic crisis. The presence of a complex of global crisis phenomena and the lack of effective institutional mechanisms to overcome them in synergetic unity reinforce the effect of each other, which deepens the global systemic crisis. Overcoming it depends on the degree of consolidation of the international order, which aims to improve the mechanisms of global governance of the international system. The basis of a consolidated international order could be a reformed UN with expanded powers or another global international organization. The global systemic crisis requires the search for tools and factors that will help to stabilize socio-economic and political relations and to rethink the forms and mechanisms of effective global governance.
Public Perception of Network Marketing, Marketing Communication, Hereditary Consumption of Herbal Remedies in Nigeria and Zambia
Authors:   Department of Mass Communication, Covenant University, Ota, Ogun state., BANDA Mercy
Published: September 2021

This study examined citizens’ awareness of network marketing communication and its influence on hereditary consumption of herbal remedies. Two key objectives of the study was to investigate the citizens’ awareness of network marketing; and investigate the people’s assessment of the influence of marketing communication on their inherited consumption of herbal remedies. Consumer Perception Theory, Individual Differences Theory and Uses and Gratification Theory were combined to provide a wholesome platform for executing the research. A quantitative survey design using the questionnaire instrument was deployed in Alimosho and Ado-Odo Ota in Nigeria. Lusaka and Kabwe districts in Zambia. The two areas are metropolitan, industrial hubs; densely populated by people from different parts of the countries. 460 copies were distributed to a sample size relative to each country using the Taro Yamane formula. Purposive and random sampling techniques were used to select the countries, research locations within each country and the respondents. Designed questionnaire was applied successfully on 250 Nigerians and 196 Zambians. Results show a high awareness of network marketing communication of herbal remedies in both countries. A vast majority have consumed herbs at one time or the other without necessarily being influenced hereditarily. Nigerians and Zambians show more similarities than differences on the subject matter; prompting the recommendation of an African agency which would harvest and support the promotion of herbs in traditional Medicare.
The Effect of Job Transfer on Employee Performance With Motivation and Job Satisfaction as Intervening Variables
Authors:   STIE Malangkucecwara Malang Indonesia, Muslichah Muslichah
Published: September 2021

This study aims to provide empirical evidence of the effect of job transfer on employee performance with motivation and job satisfaction as mediating variables. The research population was 52, all of whom were tax inspectors at KPP Madya Malang Indonesia. All members of the population are used as samples. A total of 52 questionnaires were distributed to tax inspectors, and 36 questionnaires were returned, resulting in a response rate of 69.23%. The data analysis method used is path analysis. The results showed that job transfer did not affect employee performance. Furthermore, it was also found that motivation did not mediate the effect of job transfer on employee performance. Finally, this study found that job satisfaction mediates the impact of job transfer on employee performance.
FERRAMENTAS DA ADMINISTRAÇÃO: COMO SÃO APLICADAS NA GESTÃO EMPRESARIAL NA FIDELIZAÇÃO DE CLIENTES?
Authors: Chiusoli Claudio , Emperatriz García-Salirrosas Elizabeth , Ferreira Spiri Thiago , Antonio Andressa
Published: September 2021

Considera-se que o uso das ferramentas de gestão empresarial traz benefícios para as organizações em busca de uma vantagem competitiva. O objetivo do estudo é analisar como se dá o uso das ferramentas da administração na praticas da gestão empresarial com o respectivo processo de satisfação e fidelização com o cliente. Como metodologia, considera-se um estudo exploratório e quantitativo. Como método de estudo, foi considerado amostragem não probabilística mediante 107 entrevistas aplicado via plataforma Google Forms. Os principais achados apontam que 32,3% utilizam a propaganda e promoções como estratégias para atrair novos clientes; 58,7% apontam as redes sociais como forma de contato com o cliente e 65,4% costumam avaliar a satisfação dos clientes, e com isso, apenas 29,6% tem alguma forma de cartão fidelidade como estratégia de fidelização do cliente. Quanto as ferramentas para gestão estratégica, apesar de baixos índices de utilização, tem-se que 26,9% faz análise SWOT, 26,0% faz plano de negócios, 23,1% usa o ciclo PDCA, 22,1% utilizam o 5W2H e 21,2% o CRM como estratégia da empresa. O estudo contribuiu ao verificar como as empresas procurar satisfazer e fidelizar seus clientes, se utilizam alguma ferramenta de gestão para isso e quais estratégias utilizadas em busca de um relacionamento duradouro, bem como avaliam o nível de satisfação dos clientes com os produtos e/ou serviços ofertados. A maioria dos gestores entrevistados não utilizam sistemas de gestão para atrair e manter seus clientes, isso pode ser explicado por desconhecimento ou considerarem inviável esse investimento, o que aponta uma lacuna entre o uso das ferramentas de gestão e seus conceitos.
Job Satisfaction in Federal Structure - A Case of Bhojpur, Nepal
Authors: Dahal Amrit Kumar , Mishra Anjay Kumar , Chaudhary Manoj Kumar , Aithal P. S.
Published: September 2021

Purpose: The feelings that an employee have for the job is essential to be analyzed the job satisfaction level of government employees after implementation of federal state in the context of Bhojpur district of Nepal.
Design/Methodology/Approach: The questionnaire was distributed to governmental employees via mail and direct distribution to respective offices of Bhojpur district with 93.8% of response rate. The data has been divided into local, provincial and federal categories and separately analyzed along with combined analysis too. Satisfaction level along with the factors of the same was accessed using SPSS for descriptive and inferential statistics.
Findings/Result: Government employees from all tiers of government viz. local, provincial and federal are dissatisfied with present remuneration, benefit and employee adjustment process along with present organizational structure, wage policy, present work performance evaluation system and decision-making system in offices but satisfied with present leave system after promulgation of federal structure. Present job authority and position are acceptable level for employees working in all three tiers of government. Most crucial factor seems to be promotion and career growth rather than remuneration. Job training, working environment, team spirit and right work performance evaluation system seem to be major parameters for job satisfaction. Job location is temporary in nature which can be easily handled. Strong reservation on promotion and job rotation approach which is included in new federal structure by all tiers of government employees.
Originality/Value: It is survey-based research to guide for amendment of present organizational structures and wage policy in new federal structure of Nepal.
Paper Type: Survey based Policy Research
COVID-19: Beslenme Stratejileri, Kılavuzlar ve Öneriler
Authors: SÖNMEZ Nida Nur , BEYHAN Yasemin
Published: September 2021

COVID-19, Çin’in Wuhan şehrinde 2019 yılı sonlarında ortaya çıkan, damlacık yoluyla insandan insana bulaşan ve kısa zamanda tüm dünyaya yayılarak Dünya Sağlık Örgütü tarafından pandemi olarak ilan edilen bir hastalıktır. Hastalığın günümüzde kesin olarak doğrulanmış bir tedavi yöntemi bulunmamaktadır. Dolayısıyla sağlıklı ve dengeli beslenme ile bağışıklık sisteminin güçlendirilerek enfeksiyon riskini en aza indirmek oldukça önemlidir. Bu süreçte ulusal ve uluslararası birçok beslenme otoriteleri ve sağlık kuruluşları, beslenmenin ve diyetisyenin önemini vurgulamaktadır. Bu derlemenin amacı, pandemi sürecinde hastalığa karşı bireylerin sağlıklı beslenmesine ilişkin literatür bilgilerini gözden geçirerek ilgili ulusal ve uluslararası kuruluşlar tarafından yayınlanmış olan rehberler ışığında sağlığın sürdürülmesi, iyileştirilmesi ve korunmasına yönelik uygulamaları ve önerileri sunmaktır.
Geochemistry of phosphatic nodules as a tool for understanding depositional and taphonomical settings in a Palaeolithic cave site (San Teodoro, Sicily)
Authors: Vita Gerlando , Garilli Vittorio , Vizzini Mirko , Giarrusso Renato , Mulone Angelo , Pinto Vraca Massimiliana , La Parola Valeria , Rosina Pierluigi , Bonfiglio Laura , Sineo Luca
Published: September 2021

Interpreting depositional settings of cave sites is generally problematic, especially in absence of palaeontological/archaeological evidence. This is the case of some deposits at San Teodoro Cave (Sicily), a key site for the Mediterranean Palaeolithic. In a stratigraphic level interrupted by a carbonatic concretion, phosphatic nodules are present only in the part enclosed between the concretion and the cave wall. The discovery of these nodules combined with the punctual lack of fossils had initially suggested an erosion phenomenon and subsequent formation of nodules at a vadose level. Here we show the usefulness of an integrated, geochemical-palaeoecological approach in defining stratigraphy and palaeoenvironmental reconstructions. XRD, ICP-OES, ATR-FTIR and EDS analyses allowed the formulation of a new hypothesis regarding the origin of the nodules, the depositional dynamics, and the role played by the guano produced by an extensive colony of bats. The role of barium and rubidium in detecting taphonomical processes has been highlighted.
Dampak Lingkungan Kerja Fisik dan Lingkungan Kerja Non Fisik Terhadap Kepuasan Kerja Karyawan
Authors: Surijadi Herman , Idris Yuslan
Published: September 2021

Abstract

The aim of this study is to examine and analyze the effect of physical and non-physical working environment on the employee working satisfaction. The population in this study are all employees of Matahari Department store in Ambon City Center (ACC) in Ambon. The sampling technique used in this study is census technique with 79 respondents as final amount of sample. Data collection in this study is taken using questionnaire, while the analysis of the data to answer the research question used multiple linier Regression analysis.

The result shows that the physical and non-physical working environment proven to have positive and significant impact on the employees working satisfaction in Matahari Department store in Ambon City Center (ACC) in Ambon City. This is shown by regression coefision of physical and non-physical working environment in which if they increase, it is followed by the increase of employees working satisfaction. Thus, it can be said that the increase of physical and non-physical working environment value will increase the employees working satisfaction in Matahari Department store in Ambon City Center in Ambon.

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Physical Work Environment, Non-Physical Work Environment, Job Satisfaction
Dampak Beban Kerja dan Lingkungan Kerja Terhadap Kinerja Pegawai
Authors: Surijadi Herman , Musa Muhammad Nur Deni
Published: September 2021

The purpose of this study was to examine and analyze the effect of workload and work environment on employee performance. The population of this study were all employees of the Civil Registry Office of Buru Regency. The sampling technique used a census technique with a final sample size of 39 respondents. The research data collection was obtained through a questionnaire instrument while the research data analysis used multiple linear regression analysis. The results showed that the workload and work environment proved to have a positive and significant effect on the performance of the employees of the Buru Regency Civil Registry. This can be proven through the regression coefficient of workload and work environment which, if it increases, will be followed by an increase in job satisfaction. Thus it can be said that an increase in the value of workload and work environment will improve the performance of employees of the Civil Registry Office of Buru Regency.
Karakteristik Tujuan Anggaran Terhadap Kinerja Aparat Pemerintah Daerah pada Organisasi Perangkat Daerah
Authors: Pattiasina Victor , Yamin Muhamad Noch , Patiran Andarias , Bonsapia Melyanus
Published: September 2021

This research is the criteria concerning the influence of the characteristics of budget objectives on the performance of local government officials in the Keerom regency regional apparatus organization. Testing was carried out on a sample of 73 respondents. The sample method used was Porpusive sampling. Data collection was carried out by direct survey. Testing testing is tested empirically using multiple regression. The results showed that budget preparation had a positive and insignificant effect on the performance of local government officials in Keerom Regency. Budget feedback did not have a positive and significant effect on the performance of local government officials in Keerom Regency, local governments evaluated that the budget had no positive and significant effect on the performance of local government officials in Keerom Regency. , Clarity of budget targets has a positive and significant effect on the performance of local government officials in Keerom Regency. The difficulty of budget objectives has a positive and significant effect on the performance of local government officials in Keerom Regency and participation in budget formulation, budget evaluation, clarity of budget targets and difficulty of simultaneous budget objectives on the performance of government officials. Keerom Regency area.
Analisis Financial Distress Menggunakan Metode Altman Z–Score pada PT. Golden Plantation Tbk. Periode 2014-2018
Authors: Idi Cintya Meiske , Borolla Johanis Darwin
Published: September 2021

The goal of this study is to decide how the effects of the analysis of predictions of financial distress using the Atlman Z-score method with estimates for the period 2014-2018 on PT Golden Plantation Tbk are determined. PT Golden Plantation, which is a business engaged in the oil palm plantation industry with the type of data used, is the focus of this study, namely quantitative data in the form of the financial statements of PT Golden Plantation for the period 2014 to 2018. And the Altman Z - Score Adjusted variable aproach is the data analysis method used in this study. It can be inferred that, based on the findings of the report, the organization started to encounter financial distress in 2014. In 2015 to 2018 the altman z - score of PT Golden Plantation was <1.1 or a dangerous zone which means that PT Golden Plantation Tbk is in a bankrupt condition. And we can be sure that the company will also face financial problems in the next few years. This is attributable to the selection of debt used by the firm. The utilization of the company's existing debt tends to rise each year, exceeding the value of the company's current assets, so that the working capital of the company still has a negative variable. To Future research is suggested to add other variables in examining financial distress.
FATORES GENÉTICOS RELACIONADOS AO TRANSTORNO DO ESPECTRO AUTISTA (TEA)
Authors: Santos Janine Bruna Rodrigues , Santos Jessica Adrielle Rodrigues
Published: September 2021

Introdução: O transtorno do espectro autista (TEA) é denominado como um transtorno do neurodesenvolvimento, uma patologia psiquiátrica caracterizada por déficit de comunicação, dificuldade de interação social e comportamental. Sua etiologia ainda não é totalmente conhecida, porém acredita-se que fatores genéticos estão fortemente ligados ao desenvolvimento da doença o que se tornou intenso objeto de estudo entre os muitos pesquisadores. Objetivo: Realizar uma revisão bibliográfica sobre os fatores genéticos relacionados ao Transtornos do Espectro autista. Materiais e Métodos: Constitui uma revisão bibliográfica de caráter analítico e comparativo a respeito dos fatores genéticos relacionados ao surgimento do Transtorno do Espectro Autista (TEA). Resultados: O TEA é um transtorno psiquiátrico em geral diagnosticado clinicamente na infância. Seus primeiros sinais aparecem ainda na fase de lactentes com dificuldades de socialização e afetivas bem como presença de deficiências no aprendizado. Embora fatores ambientais como os poluentes ou outras razões como o uso de medicações ou as infecções durante a gravidez possam estar ligados ao aparecimento do transtorno do espectro autista, estima-se que a patogênese da doença esteja relacionada à genética. Estudos recentes, graças ao uso de novas tecnologias atreladas ao estudos de genes, apontam uma herdabilidade de aproximadamente 90% dos casos de TEA. Isso reforça a necessidade da continuidade sobre pesquisas e mapeamento dos genes do Transtorno do espectro autista que permite, não só conhecer a etiologia da doença, mas também verificar as comorbidades associadas a ela além de, possivelmente descobrir formas de diagnósticos e possibilidades de tratamentos personalizados para melhoria da qualidade de vida dos pacientes. Conclusão: Dessa maneira, é de extrema necessidade, o investimento de estudos em mapeamento genético, além de orientar os familiares de pacientes quanto ao aconselhamento genético, a fim de promover maior conhecimento acerca da etiologia do TEA, com o intuito de proporcionar melhoria na qualidade de vida das crianças portadoras da doença reduzindo sintomas indesejáveis e desfechos negativos do transtornos do espectro autista.