bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Both broken and joined: subjectivity and the lyric essay
Authors: Hetherington Paul , Robertson Rachel
Published: July 2021

The lyric essay is a protean form that allows writers to evoke and explore aspects of

personal memory and individual subjective experience with great immediacy, while

also addressing more general and abstract ideas. The use of the term ‘lyric essay’ has

been questioned but still successfully serves the purpose of suggesting the kind of work

that proceeds not as a conventional essay does – through logical argument – but rather

through the juxtaposition of sometimes contradictory tropes, often presented as

fragmentary, suggestive and even ‘poetic’. Such essays render an impression of the

happenstance and provisionality of lived experience. They raise questions about the

coherence (or otherwise) of the multiple perspectives informing an individual’s

subjectivity.

The authors’ practice-led Mosaics project examines the lyric essay’s multiplicity of

viewpoints, fragmentation and faceted nature through investigating the mosaic-like

nature of its form and content, along with the extent to which such mosaic-like

patterning may make the lyric essay especially well suited to the rendering of

particularised subjective experience. In doing so the project references the example of

Catalan architect Antonio Gaudí in his work on the Palau Guell and Parc Guell (with

Joseph Jujol), where he incorporated fragmented and broken tile and stone pieces into

his mosaics. Such mosaics, in creating extensive and ever-evolving patterns, may be

seen as closely analogous to the lyric essay’s own expressive patternings and

techniques.
Discourse Relations and Connectives in Higher Text Structure
Authors: Polakova Lucie , Mírovský Jiří , Zikánová Šárka , Hajičová Eva
Published: July 2021

The present article investigates possibilities and limits of local (shallow) analysis of discourse coherence with respect to the phenomena of global coherence and higher composition of texts. We study corpora annotated with local discourse relations in Czech and partly in English to try and find clues in the local annotation indicating a higher discourse structure. First, we classify patterns of subsequent or overlapping pairs of local relations, and hierarchies formed by nested local relations. Special attention is then given to relations crossing paragraph boundaries and their semantic types, and to paragraph-initial discourse connectives. In the third part, we examine situations in which annotators incline to marking a large argument (larger than one sentence) of a discourse relation even with a minimality principle annotation rule in place. Our analyses bring (i) new linguistic insights regarding coherence signals in local and higher contexts, e.g. detection and description of hierarchies of local discourse relations up to 5 levels in Czech and English, description of distribution differences in semantic types in cross-paragraph and other settings, identification of Czech connectives only typical for higher structures, or the detection of prevalence of large left-sided arguments in locally annotated data; (ii) as another type of contribution, some new reflections on methodologies of the approaches under scrutiny.
PERUBAHAN UKURAN PUPIL PADA TINGKAT ATENSI
Authors: Zennifa Fadilla , Iramina Keiji
Published: July 2021

Atensi adalah suatu kondisi ketika seseorang berkonsentrasi pada tugas tertentu sambil mengabaikan informasi lainnya. Penelitian pada artikel ini mengusulkan penggunaan pupilometri untuk evaluasi tingkat atensi. Pupilometri didefinisikan sebagai pengukuran perubahan ukuran pupil. Dalam studi ini, tingkat atensi didasarkan atas laporan dari peserta (self assessment) dalam stimulasi yang berdurasi 10 detik. Melalui penelitian ini, didapatkan hasil bahwa ukuran pupil menunjukkan tidak ada perbedaan signifikan di permulaan 6 detik stimulasi (P=0.4776), P>0.05. Perbedaan signifikan terjadi pada 4 detik terakhir dari stimulasi P<0.05.
PARENT’S PERSPECTIVES OF SCHOOL-AGE ANXIETY RESPONSES GET IV INSTALLATION
Authors: Pulungan Indira Mastura , Sitohang Nur Asnah
Published: July 2021

The IV installation procedure is an invasive procedure that children fear because of the use of needles. The IV procedure can cause anxiety for the child. Children's anxiety is indicated by worry, anxiety, and physical complaints. This study aims to determine how child's anxiety responds to get IV installation based on the parents’ perspectives. This research method is a cross-sectional descriptive study. The sampling technique in this study was total sampling with 69 respondents. Respondents in this study were parents who had school-age children with IV installation experience for a maximum of the last 2 years. The questionnaire was given via Google Form because of the research period on coronavirus pandemic. The results showed that the majority of school-age children showed a response with fear in 71%, closed their eyes in 67%, and showed a tense and pale facial expression when the IV installation was inserted in 67%. School-age children require the presence of parents in dealing with hospital procedures, especially IV installation. School-age children also need an explanation regarding the procedures given. The children will feel calmer when they know how the procedure is given.
The Defender of Kardu Fortress
Authors: Kochloshvili Nino
Published: July 2021

The life of Grigol Robakidze, his creative works and epistolary legacy are a good example of a persevering fight for the survival of Georgian national spirit. Fighting for the better future and seeking the means for it, turned Grigol Robakidze into the panegyric of a mighty personality. However, the author of “Mussolini” and “Adolf Hitler” had to prove to his contemproraries that there was the third shore as well, that was more “reasonable than ‘left’ or ‘right’.GrigolRobakidze manifested his persevering and unyielding attitude towards Russia’s imperialistic intentions through creating the character of Imam Shamil in a very remarkable manner. The ending of the novella, as the literary critic RostomChkheidze would call it ‘open ending’, in line with the modernism, is nothing but the author’s political belief, expressed in the idea of committed and ceaseless struggle for freedom and independence. Like Shamil, GrigolRobakidze, holds the uncompromising stance in his private correspondence when he has to stand for the interests of his homeland.In the letter addressed to Mikheil Tsereteli, the organization Tetri Giorgi activist, Robakidze wrote: “My fortress is Kardu fortress! Nobody has ever broken into this fortress! The mob of scatter-brains will be powerless against it! My homeland has honored me to be the defender of one corner of the fortress! May our homeland never grow doubtful of my victory! My strong arm will be ever strong and never fail me!”Having been the defender of Kardu fortress for years, having carried his cross and served his nation and country faithfully, the writer who was far away from the dear homeland, took the liberty to be open with his friend:“You contributed a lot to our dear homeland! I believe, I too have served it devotedly...Even as I write it, facing my unhappy lot, I do not consider myself ‘unhappy’…there have been uncountable happy moments in my life”. Obviously, his cherished dream about his name to be remembered and mentioned in Mtskheta would have been one of these uncountable happy moments in his memory. For he regarded this town as the sacred womb of our land and the resting place of Kardu.
The Knowledge, Attitude and Practices of Allied Healthcare Professionals and Nurses towards Blood Sugar Level Measurement (BSL) for Non-Diabetic Patients in Pre- and Post-Surgery
Authors: Hanash Abdulrahman Mohammed , Kulkarni Supriya
Published: July 2021

Hypoglycemia complications in pre-and post-surgery are common among hospitalized patients with or without diabetes mellitus (DM) and associated with undesired treatment outcomes (1,2,3). That derived our incentive to conduct this “cross-sectional study of total 102 randomly selected respondents” aims to assess the knowledge, attitude, and practices among allied healthcare professionals and nurses towards BSL measurement for hospitalized nondiabetic patients in pre-and post-surgery. Data for this study was obtained in a questionnaire-based format from respondents. The questionnaire includes questions on demographical data, participant’s knowledge, attitude (reaction towards some hypoglycemic signs and symptoms), and evaluation of participant’s practices. Analysis shows that 74.5% of participants were aware of hypoglycemia complications, and 20.5% had some knowledge, while the rest (4.9%) were not aware. 72.5% of the participants showed the right attitude towards the signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia. The rest of the participants (27.5%) were not able to distinguish between the signs and symptoms of cardiac complications and hypoglycemic complications. We found that 68.6% of the participants followed the guidelines of BSL measurement at their workplace (hospital) while 31.4% of participants don’t. We found an association between the occupation and knowledge of the participants (P = 0.046). A significant association between occupation and practices of the participants was also found (P = 0.003). This study shows that nurses are more aware of hypoglycemia complications in pre-or post-surgery than AHPs. These results hint that AHPs need to expand their knowledge and awareness of hypoglycemia complications in pre-and post-surgery in order to avoid undesired treatment outcomes.

Key words: Blood sugar level (BSL), Hypoglycemia, Non-diabetic, pre-and post-surgery, Nil-By-Mouth (NBM), Allied Healthcare Professionals (AHPs).
Effect of Vertebral Pressure Technique and Intercostal Stretch Technique on Respiratory Rate, Tidal Volume, SpO2 and Heart Rate among Organophosphorus Poisoning Patients: An Experimental Study
Authors: Salve Abhinav , Maghade Sachin , Katke Sneha
Published: July 2021

Background: Respiratory PNF technique is a proprioceptive and tactile stimulus that alters the depth and rate of breathing. Intercostal stretch enhances the chest wall elevation and increase chest expansion and diaphragm excursion to improve intra-thoracic lung volume which contributes to improvement in flow rate percentage. Vertebral pressure is another respiratory PNF where there is increased epigastric abdominal excursion over T2-T4.
Objective: To find out the effect of Vertebral pressure and Intercostal stretch technique on respiratory rate, tidal volume, SpO2 & heart rate among organophosphorus poisoning patients
Method: Data was collected from 24 ICU patients who were on mechanical ventilator. Subjects were divided in two groups. Intercostal stretch technique was given to group A and vertebral pressure technique was given to group B, changes HR, RR, SpO2, tidal volume was noted and data analysis was done.
Result: There was significant difference between pre intervention and post intervention readings for both the groups A and B at heart rate, respiratory rate, SpO2 and tidal volume related (p<0.001). It thus proved that respiratory stimulation improves TV, Decrease in RR and HR and increase in SpO2 for both groups.
Conclusion: Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation techniques are effective in improving HR, RR, lung capacity and Oxygen saturation in patients with OP poisoning. There was significant difference between pre intervention and post intervention readings for both the groups A and B at heart rate, respiratory rate, SpO2 and tidal volume.

Key words: Organophosphorus poisoning, Mechanical ventilator, intercostal stretch, Vertebral pressure, Respiratory PNF.
A Study to Assess Effect of Information Booklet on Knowledge Regarding Side Effect Management in the Patients of Head and Neck Cancer Undergoing External Radiation Therapy in Selected Hospital
Authors: Murkute Ujjwala , Nausheen Shaikh Nida
Published: July 2021

Objectives: - To evaluate the effectiveness of informational booklet regarding side effects management in patient undergoing external radiation therapy.
Methods: Quasi experimental pre test post test design was used in the study at radiation therapy department in cancer institute. 35 patients of head and neck cancer undergoing external radiation therapy received information booklet regarding side effect management of external radiation therapy in their first week of treatment. Knowledge regarding side effect management of external radiation therapy was assessed one week later.
Results: - In pre test there was 51.1% patients with poor knowledge, 48.6% had average knowledge and no one had good knowledge whereas the post test scores are increased by 85.7% with good knowledge, 14.3% had average knowledge and no one had poor knowledge. There is significant difference of knowledge score between pre and post test as P<0.0001 i.e. knowledge score significantly increased after administering information booklet. Sociodemographic variable age, gender, educational status, family income & type of treatment were found to have no association with knowledge score regarding management of side effects.
Conclusion: - Radiation therapy is one of the important treatments for cancer but can also cause side effects. These Side effects of radiation therapy are very common and can affect the quality of life of the cancer patients. There was significant impact of information booklet on knowledge regarding side effects management of radiation therapy among head and neck cancer patients. Hence using information booklet as an education material can be helpful in teaching patients self care behaviours, prevent the side effects of radiation therapy and improve the quality of life.

Key words: Information booklet, external radiation therapy, head and neck cancer, side effect management.
A Rare Site of Parasitic Granuloma
Authors: Kirane Kshitij , Deshmukh Raiba , Barase Avishkar
Published: July 2021

Parasitic infection is common infestation encountered.
Poor hygiene, barefoot walking, sexual contact, consumption of uncooked food, contact with infected feces are the modes of transmission of parasite in a human Body.
Parasitic infection may lead to Anemia, malnourishment, Generalized weakness (1).

Key words: Filarial Nematode, Anthelmintic drugs.
Retention in HIV Care among Children Aged 0-14 Years and the Associated Family and Caregiver Factors in Embu County, Kenya
Authors: Kathure Ikiara, Eliza , Owino Orinda, George , Mwangi Thigiti, Joseph
Published: July 2021

Background: Retention of children in HIV care is influenced by a number of factors, among them family and caregiver factors.
Objective: To determine the family and caregiver factors associated with retention in care.
Methods: We conducted a cross sectional study in level 4 and 5 hospitals in Embu county. Data were collected through interviews using a predesigned questionnaire. Descriptive and inferential data analysis was performed.
Results: We enrolled 238 participants between January and April 2018, comprising 143 males (50.5%) and 140 females (49.5%). The median age of the participants was 12 years (IQR 5). Two thirds of the minors were in primary school (192, 67.8%). More of the children’s mothers were HIV positive compared to the fathers (257 vs 99) though a greater number of the fathers had an unknown HIV status compared to the mothers (138 vs 21). Most minors (241, 85.2%) were retained in care throughout having never missed an appointment. The number of siblings alive (aOR 0.72, 95% CI: 0.56, 0.92), siblings with HIV (aOR 0.26, 95% CI: 0.10, 0.68), a HIV positive caregiver (aOR 5.48, 95% CI: 2.44, 12.97), stigma (aOR 0.35, 95% CI: 0.15, 0.77), work duties of the caregiver (aOR 0.28, 95% CI 0.13, 0.58) and denial of HIV status by the caregiver (aOR 0.10, 95% CI 0.02, 0.47) were all associated with retention in HIV care.
Conclusion: A HIV positive caregiver was most likely to ensure a child is retained in care. Stigma and denial of HIV status still hinder retention.

Key words: Retention, HIV, children, caregiver.
A Multidisciplinary Public Health Approach through Community Engagement in COVID-19 Prevention and Control - A Proposal for Bhadradri Kothagudem District in Telangana State
Authors: Chandana Kamarapu Ruma , Memon Farzana , Narayan Raj
Published: July 2021

With pandemic involving different forms of disease burden on the public in terms of accurate information, treatment, care and precautions it is a necessity to promptly utilise conventional and innovative approaches in disseminating health related services and information via a community centric approach for prevention and control of COVID-19 and building community resilience. Advantage of community engagement is that it involves groups of people belonging to one geographical area who can actively engage in implementation of health initiatives and also report concerns over health services which could help in making effective and innovative strategies to minimise impact of COVID-19. Therefore a team of multidisciplinary health professionals collaborated in framing a four pronged strategy involving communication methods like IEC, BCC and SBCC to disseminate key messages for motivating and sustaining positive health behaviour among people.

Key words: IEC, BCC, SBCC, ASHA, ANM, SDG.
Consumption of Hidden Sugars and Fats in Snacks by Adolescents
Authors: Khan Ifraah Kulsum , G Asha
Published: July 2021

Adolescent obesity is a leading global problem in the 21st century. It is increasing due to excess snack consumption, low physical activity, not following mindful eating. Objectives of the research were (1) To study consumption of hidden sugars and fats in snacks by adolescents, (2) To conduct market survey of packaged foods and to assess hidden sugar and fat content, (3) To assess dietary pattern and somatic status of subject. Methodology followed was Purposive random sampling of adolescents both girls and boys of age 16-18 years (N=100), questionnaire was constructed and validated, general information, anthropometric measurements and dietary information was collected, data was analysed statistically. Results and findings of this study were as follows, Majority (87) respondents were non-vegetarians and consumed snacks atleast twice daily. 47 respondents skipped breakfast always. 41 percent of respondents overate when hungry due to skipping previous meal. Mean consumption of fat (26 grams) and sugar (28 grams) from snacks. Body mass index reveals that 37 respondents were in normal category, 21 respondents were underweight, waist hip ratio revealed 89 adolescents were obese. 45 respondents were involved in physical activity every day. 21 respondents binged on snacks at midnight as an effect of disturbed sleep. Skipping breakfast, increased the intake of snacks and low physical activity are contributing factors to increased BMI and abdominal obesity which leads to insulin resistance, diabetes, ischemic heart disease, high cholesterol levels and early morbidity in adulthood. There is a dire need for nutrition awareness among adolescence to make healthy food choices.

Key words: adolescent, obesity, snacking, Hidden sugars, fat consumption.
Assessment of Farmers Awareness on the Environmental Effect and Safety Implications of Agro-Chemicals: A Study of Rice Farmers in Abeokuta
Authors: C.O. Rosiji , O.O. Olukayode
Published: July 2021

This study assessed farmer’s awareness of the environmental effect and safety implications of agrochemicals (A study of rice farmers in Abeokuta, Ogun State. Agrochemicals are pesticides, herbicides, or fertilizers used for the management of ecosystems in agricultural sectors. Rudimentary variations on agrochemicals have been used for millennia to improve crop yields and control the populations of agricultural pests. The study is a descriptive survey; in which 15 questionnaires were formulated and distributed to the farmers in Abeokuta, Ogun using stratified sampling techniques. The result of the study showed that 73% of the respondents know that Agrochemicals are chemicals (pesticides and fertilizers) used to boost agricultural production while 27% did not. Also, 87% are aware of the environmental effect of agro-chemical used in the farm while 13% are not. 67% know that Agrochemical mishandling constitutes one of the most severe farm operation hazards confronting farmers, their produce, and the environment while 33% did not. And 93% has ever attended any seminar/workshop on how to use agrochemicals on crops and rice productions while 7% stated otherwise. Also, 16% of the respondents stated that they have ever encountered any problem in the last two years while 84% stated otherwise. Moreover, 9 of them are properly informed of the risks and precautions involved in the application of toxic chemicals on the rice Productions while 6 disagreed with that. Furthermore, 47% of the respondents are exposed to agrochemicals during applications while 53% disagreed with that and lastly, 80% usually wear protective materials whenever they’re on the farm while 20% stated otherwise. However, pesticides continue to be a significant and growing component of modern rice technology. The relative importance of pesticides has increased despite the availability of alternatives to exclusive chemical pest control such as varietal resistance and integrated pest management (IPM). Despite the benefits involved in the use of agrochemicals, there are also health and environmental problems associated with its use. However, the farmers’ knowledge of the use of agrochemicals in Nigeria has been fraught with problems. Therefore, the protection of our crop through the control of pest and disease agents can make a major contribution towards increased agricultural productivity, the standard of living of rural community dwellers and national development.
IMPACT OF FIVE PERSONALITY TRAITS ON IMPULSIVE BUYING BEHAVIOR
Authors: Waheed Khan Shahtaj
Published: July 2021

This research study attempts to understand impulsive buying behaviour, which is defined as "an individual type of buying behaviour whereby consumers repetitively spend more than they should, based on financial considerations." The study identified that personality traits such as Extraversion, Agreeableness, Conscientiousness, Neuroticism and Openness to experiences are statistically significant variables in affecting impulse purchase. A quantitative approach was implemented, and explanatory designs were used to describe the factors. The study targeted buyers of different shopping malls in Karachi. Of the unknown size of buyers, 384 visitors were sampled through the non-probability sampling technique. The study data were collected through a questionnaire and analyzed by using explanatory methods. The study concluded that the personality traits extraversion, conscientiousness, neuroticism, and openness have an association between impulse buying behaviour, however, there is no association between agreeableness and impulse buying behaviour.
Exploring the Determinants of Customer Satisfaction in Pakistan Automotive Industry
Authors: Muslim Ahmer
Published: July 2021

Customer satisfaction is a measure of how happy the customer is with the product or service offering of a business. Customers could be highly satisfied, satisfied, neutral, angry, or very angry. Similarly, service quality measures how best the service is meeting the customer’s expectations. The customer satisfaction element is new to Pakistan automotive industry. The industry is still depending on selling cheap, low-quality products to the customer in order to increase market share. The purpose of this research is to create a customer satisfaction model for the automotive industry in Pakistan. The result at the end suggested that price, brand awareness, service quality, and Flexibility are the determinants of customer satisfaction for this industry. This research will open the way to expand the growth of industries and allow new competitors to enter the market with quality products.
Association of Service Quality with Customer Satisfaction
Authors: Ahmed Syed Huzaifa
Published: July 2021

The purpose of this explanatory research is to investigate the relationship of service quality with customer satisfaction. To examine the relationship, the study was conducted on students of the executive MBA program at a business school in Karachi, Pakistan. The research technique adopted for this study was probabilistic in nature. Both variables under consideration are observed through multiple dimensions. A chi-square test was performed to test the relationship between the qualitative variables. Findings indicate that service quality and all its dimensions have a significant and positive association with customer satisfaction at the university level. The education sector is a significant industry in Pakistan’s economy and has seen unparalleled growth and progression over the last decade. Therefore, this study has been explicitly conducted to look into the service quality phenomenon and seek credible scientific justification in this regard by studying service quality as one of the main influential factors towards customer satisfaction.
Impact of Training, Customer Orientation and Supervisory Behavior on Sales Performance
Authors: Khan Azeem
Published: July 2021

This study examined the effect of Training, Customer Orientation and Supervisory Behavior on Salesforce Performance in the context of small and medium-sized companies (SMEs). The diffusion of technology, such as customer relationship management (CRM) systems and social media, has created a need to improve the understanding of how to manage interactions with customers in today’s digital era. The importance of technology is raised in terms of social media and as the world is treated as the “global village’. More importantly, the beginning of novelties such as cloud computing and web-based technology saves time and human efforts. The term, sales performance is the key to success for many organizations and is treated as the most demanding topic for firms. For this study, three hypotheses were formulated and tested with the help of Pearson correlation by using SPSS. Findings indicate that all the Training, Customer Orientation and supervisory behavioural dimensions were statistically significant and positively related to salesforce performance. Implications were drawn for future research and managerial attention.
Effect of Brand Equity on Consumer Buying Behavior
Authors: Ahmed Siraj
Published: July 2021

The purpose of this paper is to propose and test a model for getting a more comprehensive understanding of brand equity. It aims to analyze the effects of this construct on consumer’s responses using two European countries' data. SEM structural equation modelling was used through which the hypotheses were tested. Measurement invariance and stability of the model across the two national samples were fairly assessed by using multi-group confirmatory factor analysis. The results indicate that dimensions are inter-relatable to brand equity. There is a positive link between brand awareness which impacts brand associations and perceived quality. Brand loyalty is highly relatable by brand associations. At last, all of these are interlinked with brand equity linked to perceived quality, brand associations & brand loyalty. These possible findings link the positive impact of brand equity on the responses of consumers. The proposed general framework is generalized across all nations. Only a few differences were observed. A few in stock of a set of product categories, brands and countries were used. The practical implications of the study provide essential implications for brand equity management. These financial metrics can fit with consumer-based equity measures to better check brand performance over time against competitors to increase quality standards against others. Favourable feedback results in better branding. Moreover, the proposed model using data from a sample is used to study the limited international brand equity literature in two countries. It also enlightens the brand equity literature by empirically in-depth analyzing the relationships between consumer-based brand equity dimensions and their effects on consumers’ responses.
Customers' Attitude Towards Green Packaging: A Case of Sapphire, Pakistan
Authors: Kashif Muhammad , Rani Tayyaba
Published: July 2021

Sustainable packaging has become very important nowadays. Technology has changed our life, but nature has a bad effect due to this change. Companies are now focusing on producing green/sustainable products. The motive of this research was to investigate the attitude of customers towards green packaging. This research is conducted within the clothing industry in the context of Sapphire. For this research, we selected three variables to include Environmental Concern, Green Packaging Attitude, and Willingness to Pay More which influence the customers towards purchase intention for green packaging. Questions were adapted from different articles for questionnaire development, data is collected from 167 respondents who are the buyers of the clothing industry through an online survey and in-person from the branches of Sapphire that include Dolmen Mall Tariq Road & Clifton, lucky one Mall. Data gathered from the respondents was analyzed by SPSS and PLS-SEM. The findings demonstrate that all independent variables Environmental Concern, Green Packaging Attitude, and Willingness to Pay More are in a strong relationship with the dependent variable Green Purchase Intention. This study is going to benefit business organizations for CSR activities for introducing sustainable packaging. Secondly, current research is important for Sapphire clothing especially, to know about their customers and introducing more ways to sustain the environment.
Impact of Factors Affecting Purchase Intention of Counterfeit Products
Authors: Ashraf Adeel
Published: July 2021

This research paper is based on investigating the factors affecting the purchasing decision of counterfeit product consumers in the city of Karachi. The study was conducted through convenient sampling by developing a questionnaire based on behavioural as well as demographic questions. The questionnaire was circulated through the social mediums and feedback was collected to carry out statistical tests for the conclusion purpose. A total of 87 responses were received through the survey questionnaire. Descriptive statistics and regression analysis were conducted to deduce quantitative inferences. The findings of the study will be helpful in planning and executing the production of CF products. The study provides data related to the buying behaviour of the CF product’s consumers and the scale of sales as to how often they are sold. The study also helps focus on the need for modifications in CF products as to how much extent the consumers want modifications. This will also help the firms or brands producing CF products to launch modified versions of CF products with competitive prices, availability, and customer preferences.
SMS Advertising & its Impact on Consumer Purchase Intention: A Comparative Study of Adults and Young Consumers in Pakistan
Authors: Siraj Hiba , Syed Abdul Rauf , Sultan Muhammad Faisal
Published: July 2021

The growing technological advancement and marketing strategies are creating great competition between companies. Marketers constantly focus on developing attractive marketing strategies to promote their products and services to increase their customer base. SMS marketing lies in one of these strategies of marketers to reach each individual in order to make them their loyal consumers by offering their required products or services. As there are different kinds of consumers with different needs, consumption styles and preferences. And every country has its own culture, lifestyle, and consumer perceptions. This study covers the importance of SMS advertising and to know the responses of Pakistani youth and adults towards SMS advertising. Messages sent by advertisers to inform about their product, new innovation or launch are not accepted everywhere by some people. The aim of this study is to determine the acceptance and rejection attitudes of youth and adults towards SMS advertising and how SMS advertising influences consumers to purchase the product.
Tinh thần nhân văn trong truyện ngắn Trúc Phương
Authors: Lê Thị Kim Lanh
Published: July 2021

Trúc Phương là một trong những nhà văn tiêu biểu của văn học Đồng bằng sông Cửu Long nói riêng và văn học Việt Nam nói chung. Sinh ra, lớn lên trên vùng đất Nam Bộ nghĩa tình, nhà văn từng cầm súng chiến đấu, nếm trải đủ mùi vị của bi kịch cuộc đời, chứng kiến cuộc sống con người với bao điều tốt xấu đan xen nhau từ chiến tranh cho đến lúc hòa bình. Bởi thế, tinh thần nhân văn trong ngắn truyện của ông hiện lên xuyên suốt, rõ nét. Từ nội dung đến nghệ thuật, truyện ngắn Trúc Phương chứa đựng những tình cảm vô cùng sâu sắc cùng hình ảnh con người với những mất mát, đau thương trong cuộc sống. Nhà văn thấu hiểu, cảm thông, xót xa cho số phận đau đớn của con người; mạnh dạn phơi bày thảm cảnh đời sống nhân dân với những bất bình; từ đó trân trọng và tôn vinh vẻ đẹp con người. Điều đọng lại sau khi đọc truyện ngắn Trúc Phương là sự chiêm nghiệm, tỉnh giác trong mỗi chúng ta. Với tinh thần phê phán để nhìn nhận và hoàn thiện, tác giả dựng lên một bức tranh với những con người tuyệt đẹp trước sự tàn nhẫn của xã hội bằng giọng điệu mạnh mẽ, táo bạo. Quan trọng ẩn chứa đằng sau đó là tinh thần nhân văn với sự bao dung, nhân ái, đầy cảm thông, chia sẻ khi nhìn nhận con người ở nhiều mặt của cuộc sống.
Giải mã một số cổ mẫu trong truyện ngắn hiện đại Việt Nam dưới góc nhìn phê bình huyền thoại và phê bình phân tâm học
Authors: Phạm Khánh Duy
Published: July 2021

Phê bình huyền thoại và phê bình phân tâm học là những hướng nghiên cứu phổ biến, đem lại cách tiếp cận mới cho văn học. Điều đáng tiếc là hiện nay phê bình huyền thoại và phê bình phân tâm học còn khá xa lạ với các nhà nghiên cứu văn học Việt Nam. Trong quá trình giải mã các tác phẩm văn học, đặc biệt là giải mã cổ mẫu, các nhà nghiên cứu còn gặp rất nhiều khó khăn. Trong bài viết này, chúng tôi phát hiện cổ mẫu trong một số truyện ngắn hiện đại Việt Nam và giải mã những cổ mẫu đó dựa trên lý thuyết phân tâm học và phê bình huyền thoại. Thông qua đó nhận ra giá trị của những sáng tác nổi bật này.
Sử dụng phương pháp đàm thoại gợi mở trong giảng dạy học phần Tư tưởng Hồ Chí Minh
Authors: Trần Thị Phúc An , Bùi Thị Thuỳ Dương
Published: July 2021

Dựa trên dữ liệu từ thực tế giảng dạy của bản thân, các lý thuyết về phương pháp dạy học và bằng phương pháp phân tích, tổng hợp, nghiên cứu này làm rõ khái niệm, ưu điểm và hạn chế của phương pháp đàm thoại gợi mở; sự cần thiết của việc sử dụng phương pháp này trong giảng dạy học phần Tư tưởng Hồ Chí Minh; quy trình thực hiện và một số yêu cầu khi áp dụng phương pháp đàm thoại gợi mở trong quá trình giảng dạy nhằm mục đích khơi gợi tính tích cực học tập và phát triển năng lực của SV.
CAF-Model izvrsnosti u javnoj upravi
Authors: Godina Sebastian-Ivan , Drljača Miroslav
Published: July 2021

Sažetak: U ovome radu obrađena je tema CAF (common assessment framework) modela izvrsnosti u javnoj upravi. U radu je definiran pojam CAF-a, te je objašnjena njegova struktura, koja se sastoji od dva glavna dijela: omogućitelja i rezultata. Svaki od tih dijelova, odnosno skupina ima svoje kriterije i podkriterije koji su također u radu razjašnjeni. Nadalje je obrađena tema koncepta ovog modela, primjenom kojeg ovaj model spada u skupinu total quality managementa, a taj koncept se sastoji od osam načela. Postupak implementacije CAF modela u određenu organizaciju sastoji se od tri faze i ukupno 10 koraka, koji su sadržani u tim fazama, te tri faze su: početak CAF putovanja, samoocjenjivanje i plan unapređenja. Prošlo je već 20 godina od nastanka ovog modela, te je isti doživio nekoliko revizija. U radu su nabrojane sve revizije te je napravljena analiza, odnosno usporedba istih. Na kraju rada prikazana je relevantna statistika. Abstract: The subject of this paper is the CAF (common assessment framework) method, i. e. model of excellence in public administration. The paper defines the concept of CAF, and explains its structure, which consists of two main parts: enablers and results. Each of these parts has its own criteria and sub-criteria which are also clarified in this paper. Furthermore, the concept which is used by the method is elaborated, the application of this concept puts this method/tool in the group of total quality management, and this concept consists of a total of eight principles. The implementation process of the CAF method consists of three phases and a total of 10 steps which are contained of three phases: the beginning of the CAF journey, self-assessment and the improvement plan. It has been 20 years since the creation of this method/tool, and it has undergone several revisions, the paper lists all of the revisions and makes an analysis, i. e. comparation of them. At the end of the paper, relevant statistics are presented.
Hard and soft competencies management model in the industry 4.0 enterprises
Authors: Stasiak-Betlejewska Renata , Drljača Miroslav
Published: July 2021

Abstract: Challenges of Indsutry 4.0 in the context of pandemia requires new competences in accordance to new management models that must be adapted with new technologies and interdisciplinary competencies. Technologies can enhance workers’s skills and support companies in their efficiency improvement by increasing flexibility in production and service processes. The main objective of the research finding analysis presented in the paper is identification of the hard and soft competences that are crucial for the management model in the Industry 4.0 companies seeking solutions to pandemic problems. Sažetak: Izazovi Indsutry 4.0 u kontekstu pandemije zahtijevaju nove kompetencije u skladu s novim modelima upravljanja koji se trebaju prilagoditi novim tehnologijama i interdisciplinarnim kompetencijama. Tehnologije mogu poboljšati vještine radnika i podržati tvrtke u poboljšanju njihove učinkovitosti povećavanjem fleksibilnosti u proizvodnim i uslužnim procesima. Glavni cilj analize rezultata istraživanja predstavljenih u radu je identifikacija tvrdih i mekih kompetencija koje su ključne za model upravljanja u tvrtkama iz industrije 4.0 koje traže rješenja za pandemijske probleme.
Valorización de rodales coetáneos. Análisis y discusión de los métodos existentes
Authors: Chacon Contreras Iván , Neuenschwander Alvarado Rodolfo
Published: July 2021

En el presente artículo se expone una revisión de los métodos tradicionales empleados en la valorización de bosques coetáneos: valor comercial, valor de costo y valor económico, planteándose algunos alcances sobre los mismos, a la vez que se efectúa una aplicación práctica numérica con el fin de mostrar la forma de cálculo para cada método y estimar cifras que permiten su análisis posterior. Los resultados muestran que el valor de costo es el más apropiado cuando se trata de rodales jóvenes, siendo recomendable el empleo de una tasa alternativa más alta que el csto de oportunidad del capital. En rodales cercanos a au madurez se puede usar el valor comercial o el económico, cuyos resultados son muy cercanos entre sí. Finalmente, en edades intermedias la determinación del precio depende de la capacidad negociadora del comprador y del vendedor y de la cantidad de información que ellos posean.
Inoculación micorrízica de Pinus ponderosa en el vivero forestal Junín de Los Andes, Argentina
Authors: Peredo López Hernán , Alonso Oriele , Valenzuela Eduardo
Published: July 2021

En el vivero forestal de Junín de los Andes, Argentina (40º S, 71º W) se realizó un ensayo de inoculación micorrízica de presiembra en Octubre de 1988. Después de fumigar el suelo con Bromuro de metilo se formaron platabandas y se establecieron 30 parcelas de 1 m², separadas cada una por 30 cm, en un diseño de bloques al azar. La inoculación se realizó con inóculo sólido de Laccaria laccata, Hebeloma crustuliniforme, Thelephora terrestris y Pisolithus tinctorius, obtenido en medio Melin-Norkrans modificado. En cada bloque se usaron como controles 1 parcela con suelo de vivero y humus (1:1) y una con suelo de vivero solo. Después de la inoculación en la hilera se sembró semilla de Pinus ponderosa con una densidad de 0,5 kg/m². Tres meses más tarde se extrajeron 10 plantas al azar de cada parcela y se les midió el porcentaje de micorrización, el largo del tallo y raíz y sus respectivos pesos húmedos y secos. Los tratamientos T. terrestris y P. tinctorius fueron significativamente mejores en largo de tallo, proporción peso seco tallo/peso seco raíz e índice de calidad de las plantas. Ambos controles fueron significativamente mejores que el tratamiento L. laccata.
Edad óptima de corta de un rodal existente
Authors: Chacon Contreras Iván
Published: July 2021

Se presenta un análisis sobre la edad óptima de cosecha de un rodal de Pinus radiata denominado existente, que está creciendo en un sitio sobre el cual se implantará con posterioridad otro rodal, denominado definitivo, cuyo manejo corresponde a un esquema de mayor intensidad. La conclusión principal del trabajo es que la edad óptima de cosecha del rodal existente es más corta cuando se incluye el efecto de los ingresos netos futuros que proporcionará el rodal definitivo.
Comportamiento de coníferas bajo riego en Dique Yaucha Provincia de Mendoza, Argentina = Conifers behaviour under irrigation in the Yaucha dam Province of Mendoza, Argentina
Authors: Calderón Alberto D. , Bustamante Juan Alberto , Riu Nuria Estela , Pérez Silvina A.
Published: July 2021

El objetivo de este trabajo es evaluar la supervivencia y el comportamiento de distintas especies de coníferas en zonas del piedemonte mendocino. Para ello se instaló una parcela experimental en el Dique Yaucha, ubicado en el Departamento de San Carlos a 34º LS y 69º 07 LW y a una altitud de 1.213 m. Las especies del ensayo son Pinus pinea L., Pinus halepensis Mill. y Cupressus arizonica Greene. Se llevó plantas de aproximadamente 0.70 m de altura, que fueron instaladas a una distancia de plantación definitiva de 3 m x 3 m y se riegan superficialmente por surcos. Se toma periódicamente datos dasométricos de diámetro a altura de pecho (DAP) de todas las plantas, altura total de los árboles promedio de cada especie, registrándose además las fallas producidas y el estado sanitario.
Micropropagación de árboles superiores de Acacia melanoxylon R.BR.= Micropropagation in superior Acacia melanoxylon R.BR Trees
Authors: Ortiz Novoa Oriana , González H. María Elisa , Koch Z. Laura
Published: July 2021

Acacia melanoxylon R.Br. es una especie forestal cuya madera exhibe interesantes características para su utilización industrial. Sumado a lo anterior, presenta también adecuadas tasas de crecimiento, que la posicionan como una alternativa de cultivo de gran valor para diversificar la producción forestal nacional. La situación anterior ha motivado que se la considere como objeto de investigaciones tendientes a maximizar su potencial productivo. Entre tales investigaciones, en el marco del proyecto FDI-Corfo - "Masificación y desarrollo de Opciones productivas en base a Especies de Acacia probadas en Chile", se desarrolló procedimientos para posibilitar su reproducción vegetativa mediante técnicas de cultivo in vitro. En el documento se describe el procedimiento desarrollado para clonar árboles plus adultos de Acacia melanoxylon, el cual permitió establecer cultivos in vitro en el 50% de los prototipos utilizados. Se discute los resultados obtenidos en las fases de inducción, multiplicación y enraizamiento de material vegetal adulto, concluyéndose que las técnicas de micropropagación consitituyen una valiosa herramienta para multiplicar y masificar árboles selectos de esta especie.
Benchmarking the use of audiovisual link technologies in Australian criminal courts before the pandemic
Authors: Smith Russell , Savage Rebecca
Published: July 2021

This report is the second published by the AIC arising from its national video courts research program (the AVL Project) and documents the development and implementation of AVL (audiovisual link) technologies in the criminal courts in Australia, before the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in late 2019. An accompanying report assesses the practical and legal considerations that need to be taken into account when adopting AVL technologies in the criminal courts (Smith, Savage & Emami 2021). In 2017, 196 criminal cases in the largest states were observed by AIC researchers in person for the purposes of documenting the operation of systems in practice. Although there is some variability in the maturity of AVL systems in different jurisdictions, it is clear that they now occupy a central role in the administration of criminal justice throughout Australia—particularly since the onset of the pandemic. This report identifies a number of advantages and limitations of the technologies used and offers some practical solutions that could help to make systems more efficient and fairer for all involved.
The Relationship Between Perceived Emotional Intelligence and Late Adolescent Autonomy
Authors: Permatasari Nirwana , Anwar Shafira Rezky , Rustham A. Tenri Pada
Published: July 2021

This study aims to determine the relationship between perceived emotional intelligence and late adolescent autonomy in Makassar City. This study uses quantitative methods with a correlational research design. The Trait Meta-Mood Scale-30 (TMMS-30) and adolescent autonomy scale were given to the research sample selected by purposive sampling method, totaling 453 respondents of adolescent aged 18-21 years; data college use online survey. The object of study is located in Makassar City and identifying themselves Bugis ethnicity. The demonstration and data analysis results using the Bivariate Pearson correlation test showed a positive (unidirectional) relationship between perceived emotional intelligence and late adolescent autonomy. However, the relationship between these variables was moderate (R-calculated = 0.417; with Sig. level < 0.01). The demonstration of the correlation of these variables means that the higher the level of perceived emotional intelligence possessed by adolescents is in line with the level of autonomy of adolescents. However, our study also underlines that the ability of perceived emotional intelligence in predicting the autonomy factor of adolescents is in the moderate category. It is assumed that the control of the perceived emotional intelligence variable is not strong enough to justify its role in the autonomy of late adolescents in this study.
High Performance Work Practices Facilitating Employee Engagement: A Study of PSUs in Delhi NCR
Authors: Misra Pooja , Gupta Jaya
Published: July 2021

The theme of employee engagement has generated a great deal of attention among human resource practitioners across the globe. Companies are increasingly focusing on means of creating and leveraging levels of employee engagement. Employee engagement was experimentally determined to be a key forecaster of desirable organizational outcomes such as customer satisfaction, retention, productivity and profitability. Research studies have suggested that high-performance work practices can help to develop positive beliefs and mind-set associated with employee engagement. These practices can, therefore, generate the kinds of discretionary behaviours that lead to enhanced performance. The present research attempts to analyse the relationship between high performance work practices, employee engagement and turnover intentions for public sector units (PSUs) in Delhi and NCR. The research is exploratory in nature and was conducted on the basis of self-completed questionnaires and relevant secondary sources. Keywords: ability, employee engagement, high performance work practices, motivation, opportunity to participate, turnover intentions