bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Attentional bias and disengagement as a function of Body Mass Index in conditions that differ in anticipated reward
Authors: Tsegaye Afework , Bjørne Joachim , Winther Anita , Kökönyei Gyöngyi , Cserjési Renáta , Logemann H.N. Alexander 
Published: October 2020

AbstractBackground and aimsPrevious studies suggest that attentional bias and disengagement may vary as a function of Body Mass Index (BMI), most notably in a palatable food related context. Though this could indeed represent a food context specific effect, it could also represent a general reward related context effect. In addition, though mindfulness and stress have both been reported to affect attention, it is not yet clear whether these moderate the relationship between BMI and attention as a function of reward context. In the current study we addressed these questions. It was hypothesized that BMI would be positively associated with bias in a food context and money context relative to a neutral context. The inverse was expected for disengagement. It was expected that mindfulness would decrease these relationships and for stress the inverse was expected.MethodsIn the current online study, eighty-seven participants (24 males and 63 females; age: M = 30.1, SD = 8.3; BMI: M = 24.2, SD = 4.67), filled out questionnaires and completed a visuospatial cueing task measuring attention and disengagement of attention in a neutral, food-related, and money-related condition.ResultsThere was no association between BMI and attentional bias. Higher BMI was associated with faster responses to money pictures presented opposite to a cued location as compared to money pictures that did not follow a predictive cue. Our results do not support a clear moderating role of mindfulness and stress.Discussion and conclusionOur results imply faster processing and associated quicker responding to unanticipated reward-related stimuli in individuals with overweight or obesity.
The long-term impact of public expenditures on GDP-growth
Authors: Kutasi Gábor , Marton Ádám 
Published: October 2020

AbstractAre governments able to continuously boost economic growth by spending for decades? Can the state be a more efficient user of income by improving the structure of public spending? The paper analyses the correlation between various types of public expenditures and GDP growth in different countries of the EU. The database was composed from the Classification of the Functions of Government (COFOG) classification of public spending, which contains data of 25 EU economies in the period 1996–2017. Three econometric models were applied in accordance with the empirical practice found in the literature: first-differences general method of moment (GMM), fixed effects panel and ordinary least squares (OLS) models. The expenditures on social protection proved to have a negative, statistically significant and robust impact on GDP growth. The results are similar for general public spending, and while spending on public order also has a significant and robust coefficient, its sign is ambiguous. The novelty of the article relate to the findings on lagged education and health spending, which have a positive impact on GDP growth.
Stimulatory effect of insulin on H+-ATPase in the proximal tubule via the Akt/mTORC2 pathway
Authors: Nakamura M. , Satoh N. , Tsukada H. , Mizuno T. , Fujii W. , Suzuki A. , Horita S. , Nangaku M. , Suzuki M. 
Published: October 2020

AbstractPurposeAcid-base transport in renal proximal tubules (PTs) is mainly sodium-dependent and conducted in coordination by the apical Na+/H+ exchanger (NHE3), vacuolar H+-adenosine triphosphatase (V-ATPase), and the basolateral Na+/HCO3- cotransporter. V-ATPase on PTs is well-known to play an important role in proton excretion. Recently we reported a stimulatory effect of insulin on these transporters. However, it is unclear whether insulin is involved in acid-base balance in PTs. Thus, we assessed the role of insulin in acid-base balance in PTs.MethodsV-ATPase activity was evaluated using freshly isolated PTs obtained from mice, and specific inhibitors were then used to assess the signaling pathways involved in the observed effects.ResultsV-ATPase activity in PTs was markedly enhanced by insulin, and its activation was completely inhibited by bafilomycin (a V-ATPase-specific inhibitor), Akt inhibitor VIII, and PP242 (an mTORC1/2 inhibitor), but not by rapamycin (an mTORC1 inhibitor). V-ATPase activity was stimulated by 1 nm insulin by approximately 20% above baseline, which was completely suppressed by Akt1/2 inhibitor VIII. PP242 completely suppressed the insulin-mediated V-ATPase stimulation in mouse PTs, whereas rapamycin failed to influence the effect of insulin. Insulin-induced Akt phosphorylation in the mouse renal cortex was completely suppressed by Akt1/2 inhibitor VIII and PP242, but not by rapamycin.ConclusionOur results indicate that stimulation of V-ATPase activity by insulin in PTs is mediated via the Akt2/mTORC2 pathway. These results reveal the mechanism underlying the complex signaling in PT acid-base balance, providing treatment targets for renal disease.
Differences in cardiorespiratory responses of young and senior male endurance athletes to maximal graded exercise test
Authors: Michalis M. , Finn K.J. , Podstawski R. , Gabnai S. , Koller Á. , Cziráki A. , Szántó M. , Alföldi Z. , Ihász F. 
Published: October 2020

AbstractWithin recent years the popularity of sportive activities amongst older people, particularly competitive activities within certain age groups has increased. The purpose of this study was to assess the differences in the cardiorespiratory output at anaerobic threshold and at maximal power, output during an incremental exercise, among senior and young athletes. Ten elderly male subjects [mean (SD) age: 68.45 ± 9.32 years] and eight young male subjects [mean (SD) age: 25.87 ± 5.87 years] performed an incremental exercise test on a treadmill ergometer. No significant differences in body size were evident; however, the differences between the groups for peak power (451.62 ± 49 vs. 172.4 ± 32.2 W), aerobic capacity (57.97 ± 7.5 vs. 40.36 ± 8.6 mL kg−1 min−1), maximal heart rate (190.87 ± 9.2 vs. 158.5 ± 9.1 beats min−1), peak blood lactate (11 ± 1.7 vs. 7.3 ± 1.4 mmol L−1), and % VO2max at ventilatory thresholds (93.18 ± 4.3 vs. 79.29 ± 9.9%) were significantly lower in the senior athletes. The power output at anaerobic threshold was also higher (392 ± 48 vs. 151 ± 23 W) in the young athletes, explaining the significant difference in terms of performance between these groups. We have observed an evident deterioration in some of the cardiovascular parameters; however, the submaximal exercise economy seems to be preserved with aging. Exercise economy (i.e. metabolic cost of sustained submaximal exercise) was not different considerably with age in endurance-trained adults.
Korelasi antara Kondisi Fisik, Kesiapan Mental, dan Pemahaman Peraturan dengan Kinerja Wasit
Authors: Indriansah Dian 
Published: October 2020

Tujuan dalam penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui hubungan antara kondisi fisik, kesiapan mental dan pemahaman peraturan permainan dengan kinerja wasit futsal. Sampel diambil sebanyak 15 orang wasit putra yang memiliki lisensi level 1 (Nasional), menggunakan teknik purposive sampling. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah metode deskriptif dengan teknik korelasional. Instrumen yang digunakan untuk mengukur kondisi fisik menggunakan Physical Fitness Test. Kesiapan mental, pemahaman peraturan menggunakan kuesioner/angket, dan kinerja wasit menggunakan form penilaian wasit yang dikeluarkan oleh FIFA. Untuk menguji hubungan antara kondisi fisik, kesiapan mental dan kinerja wasit digunakan koefisien korelasi. Hasil pengolahan dan analisis menunjukkan bahwa bahwa kondisi fisik, kesiapan mental, dan pemahaman peraturan dengan kinerja wasit futsal memiliki hubungan yang signifikan dan berkontribusi dengan kinerja wasit futsal.
Penerapan Metode Psikologis Hipnoterapi terhadap Tingkat Kecemasan Atlet Karate
Authors: Merdekawati Tian Agustiana , Sagitarius Sagitarius 
Published: October 2020

Permasalahan yang penulis ajukan pada penelitian ini mengenai Tingkat Kecemasan Atlet Karate, yang dimana tingkat kecemasan atlet yang sangat tinggi pada saat akan menghadapi pertandingan. Dengan tingkat kecemasan yang tinggi akan sangat mempengaruhi konsentrasi pada saat akan bertanding sehingga ini menjadi suatu kelemahan atlet. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui pengaruh penerapan metode psikologis hipnoterapi terhadap penurunan tingkat kecemasan atlet karate PPLP Jawa Barat. Metode Penelitian yang digunakan adalah metode eksperimen. Populasi penelitian ini adalah para atlet Karate PPLP Jawa Barat. Teknik sampling yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah Purposive Sampling sebagai sampel sehingga sampel dalam penelitian ini seluruh atlet Karate PPLP Jawa Barat. Instrumen penelitian ini adalah angket CSAI-2.zR yaitu The Revised Compeitive State Anxiety Inventory-2 (Cox, et al. 2003). Berdasarkan hasil analisis data dan pembahasan yang
Application of Saudi’s National qualifying Framework in System Analysis & Design Course
Authors: Abdullah Riyaz Sheikh 
Published: October 2020

In higher education, research on quality assurance is one of the prominent fields at present. The National Qualifications Framework (NQF) is an important element in accreditation and quality assurance system in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It is designed by National Commission for Academic Accreditation and Assessment (NCAAA) to ensure that the quality of higher education is equivalent to high international standards. In Saudi Arabia, quality assurance is still a relatively new concept and the Saudi universities seem not to effectively implement it because of certain obstacles. Curriculum development using NQF is one of the core and challenging contexts in quality assurance. This paper presents an application of Qualification Framework in curriculum development for system analysis and design course at Jazan University in Saudi Arabia. The objective of the research shall be to present a model course after applying NQF standards. The research shall begin with identification of the problems, finding out the reasons and to present a model curriculum. The research shall include a literature review. The method of research shall be descriptive, empirical and qualitative approach. Document analysis – mainly NCAAA guides and brainstorming interactions with the educators shall be used as a research instrument. The paper is expected to help educators in better planning of their course learning outcomes and most importantly helps in mapping the assessment methods and questions. This will also help to assess and ensure that the graduates’ knowledge level and skills acquired are as defined in the learning outcomes in the curriculum. The educators can use this paper as a model to apply NQF for the curriculum development of other courses at higher education level.
Building a Research Model and Hypotheses Development for Internal Audit Consulting: Insights from Literature and Findings of Exploratory Interviews
Authors: Shahimi Suhaily , Mahzan Nurmazilah 
Published: October 2020

This study identifies two main variables and one moderating variable that have an influence on the consulting role of internal auditors and the impact on a firm’s growth opportunities and performance and specifies how each of them can exert its influence. This study is based on a literature review, underlying theory that is stewardship theory and findings of exploratory interviews by the present researcher; and contributes to the literature by developing a specific and structured research model. Firstly, it explains the development of hypotheses based on the literature and findings of exploratory interviews. It presents a detailed review of the variables influencing the internal audit consulting in which it gives an impact on the firm’s growth as well as the performance. Finally, the theoretical linkages between each relationship in the framework of this study are presented in this study.
Managing constraints in teaching and learning in higher education in Oman: understanding market orientation and quality service delivery
Authors: Taderera Faustino 
Published: October 2020

The main thrust of this research is to contribute to theory building in the Theory of Constraints (TOC) in logistics management and its applicability in Oman Higher Education Institutions (referred to as HEI right through), with focus on colleges and universities. One of the two major theories of higher education said a blend of theory and practice was the only way to get quality graduates in HEI. The research will explore gaps in knowledge regarding these theories as a contribution to knowledge. Logistics will be looked at in this research as a support function for marketing strategy. Market orientation is a company philosophy focused on discovering and meeting the needs and desires of company or organizational customers through its products mix, and in this instance HEI will be expected to meet foremost the needs of industry and government as employers of graduated students, then the needs of students and society. Axtell quoting Lombardi argued that the quality of university research drove the quality, breadth, and depth of the undergraduate curriculum and that teaching delivered the state of current knowledge while research pursued knowledge at the boundaries of our current understanding, (Axtell, 2016:3510). Field research would shed light on research-teaching nexus in Oman compared to the GCC and the world at large. This will be an intensive in-depth single case study, with Oman being the case. This research paper focused the management of constraints in higher education teaching and learning in Oman and understanding market orientation and quality service delivery. This paper is constructed from the researcher’s PhD thesis as a way of disseminating critical new knowledge on higher education in Oman and globally, for the betterment and benefit of academia and society.
Power Outages in Ghana: Did They Have an Effect on the Financial Performance of Listed Firms?
Authors: Anaman Dinah Koranteng , Bernard Bawuah 
Published: October 2020

The paper seeks to find out whether the recent power outages in Ghana had a negative effect on listed firms.. Out of 35 listed firms in Ghana, 25 were purposively chosen as the sample size for the study. The research design was explanatory and employed quantitative methods that enabled comparison of six years trend analysis of firms’ performance – ‘before’ and ‘during’ power outage periods. Key performance indicators measured were Revenue, Profitability and Growth Rate. Findings were that power outages did not have effect on revenue generation of listed firms and that contrary, they recorded higher maximum revenues for power outage periods. Again, an average growth rate of 122.26% for periods of power outages as against 79.0% mean growth rate for periods of consistent power established that power outages did not have an effect on the growth rate of listed firms. However, power outages had an effect on listed firms’ profitability and more so, accounted for increases in operational expenditure. Our findings on revenue generation and growth rate are unique in literature but that on revenue generation confirms earlier studies. We conclude that the effect of power outages on financial performance of listed firms in Ghana is mixed. To investors, we still recommend Ghana as an investment destination since power outages that beset the country were well managed and did not, to a large extent, have a negative effect on firms’ performances.
Relationship between Cultural Orientation and Strategy Implementation in Water Service Providers in Western Kenya
Authors: Wambani Murunga Olivia , Clive Mukanzi 
Published: October 2020

Strategy implementation is viewed as an integral component of the strategic management process that turns formulated strategies into actionable activities. The purpose of this study was to evaluate how cultural orientation, specifically market-oriented culture, related to strategy implementation in water service providers in Western Kenya. The study was guided by the organizational culture theory. The study adopted a descriptive survey research design. The study population consisted of employees working with Vihiga, Kakamega County and Busia water companies. The study employed a census design and obtained 70 respondents as the unit of analysis. A structured questionnaire was used in data collection. The questionnaire was pilot tested prior to its use in collection of data for the main study. The collected data were analyzed with the help of Statistical Package for Social Sciences programme. Both descriptive and inferential statistics were employed. The study results were presented in form of tables. The study concluded that corporate culture is very important in determining the success of water companies. Market-oriented culture (t = 29.592; p< 0.05was found to be of paramount importance in enhancing strategy implementation in water companies. The study recommended that management of water companies should ensure that the culture embraced by the WSPs does not result in resistance from employees and other stakeholders; so as to ensure that the execution of organizational strategies is not curtailed.
The Mediating Effect of Moral Sensitivity on the Relationship Between Quality Pedagogy and Social Trust of Public Secondary School Teachers
Authors: Pingot Argel Catubigan 
Published: October 2020

The study examined the mediating effect of moral sensitivity on the relationship between quality pedagogy and social trust of public secondary school teachers. The mediating variable (MV) was moral sensitivity, the independent variable (IV) was quality pedagogy, and the dependent variable (DV) was social trust. Primary data were collected using an adapted survey questionnaire administered to 400 teachers in Davao Region, Philippines. The data were analyzed using regression and sobel test. The results revealed that quality pedagogy and moral sensitivity have significant and positive relationship with social trust; likewise, quality pedagogy with moral sensitivity. The findings also showed that moral sensitivity partially mediates the effect of quality pedagogy on social trust, indicating that about only one third of the total effect of quality pedagogy (IV) on the social trust (DV) went through the moral sensitivity (MV) mediation, and about two thirds of the total effect was either direct or mediated by other variables not indicated in the model.
Keywords: educational management, moral sensitivity, quality pedagogy, social trust, mediating effect, Philippines.
Impact of Compensation Packages on Turnover Intentions with mediating effect of Organizational Culture
Authors: Rana Rataba , Malik Muhammad Shaukat 
Published: October 2020

This study aims to determine and examine impact of Compensation Packages on employee’s turnover intentions with mediating effect of organizational culture. It has utilized a quantitative survey through the use of a questionnaire to empirically test the impact of the Compensation Packages on turnover intentions of employees with mediating effect of organizational culture. A total of 300 questionnaires were distributed and results were evaluated through primary and secondary data.The research finding reflects that the Compensation Packages are vital to reduce the employee turnover intentions at workplace. This research has identified the mechanism through which a favorable Compensation Packages system can be justified for employees so as to avoid high rates of turnover. The results clearly show that, with reference to Pakistan’s banking sector, organizational culture has a very significant relationship with Compensation Packages, as well as an employees’ intention to quit.
The Meaning of Project-Based Learning among B’Laan High School Students: A Phenomenological Study
Authors: Malong, Jr Camilo D , Quines Lyndon A , Guhao, Jr. Eugene Soriano 
Published: October 2020

The purpose of this phenomenological study was to investigate the realites behind the Project-Based Learning in the perspective of Blaan High School students, their coping mechanisms to address the the challenges in the project-based learning, and their insights that were shared to their peers and to the academe in general. This qualitative phenomenological study was participated by 17 students from Pongoleel Integrated School in the Division of Sarangani for School Year 2015-2016. There were in-depth interview and focused group discussions conducted. The result of the interview generated themes that were transcribed, translated, coded, and described. As regards to the meaning of project-based learning, the themes that were generated were as follows: offshoot of learning, grade augmentation, added financial burden and time demand. While for the coping mechanism of students, the themes that were generated: prioritization, resourcefulness and creativity, teamwork and collaboration, parental support, industry and perseverance. As to their insights, the themes included: give it ample time, give it considerate effort, make it affordable, make it relevant and give distinct guidelines.
The Influence of Leverage and Liquidity at Profitability with Investment Opportunity Set (IOS) as Intervening Variable- A Case study at manufacturing companies listed in Indonesian Stock Exchange in period 2013-2016
Authors: Mun'im Abdul , Mauludin Hanif 
Published: October 2020

The research aimed at knowing the influence of leverage and liquidity toward profitability with IOS as the intervening variable. The research samples were 71 companies listed in Indonesian Stock Exchange in period 2013-2016. Hypotheses testing by using structural equation model (SEM). Analysis results found that: Liquidity did not influence toward IOS. Leverage did not influence to the profitability. IOS influences positively toward profitability. Leverage influence positively toward IOS. Liquidity influence positively toward to the profitability.
Antecedents of job satisfaction among academic staff at a Saudi government university: Using partial square
Authors: Alharbi Saleh 
Published: October 2020

Abstract
The study at hand explores the antecedents of job satisfaction that affect the degree of job satisfaction experienced by academic staff within a government university in Saudi Arabia. This research centers on the nascent University of Tabuk and endeavors to make a contribution that could provide significance to the body of research, especially in the Middle East. The sample of this study consists of 284 academic contractors at the university under study, namely Tabuk University. Smart-PLS Software analyzed the data, and the study revealed that work environment, administrative process, financial incentive and performance appraisal closely interlink with job satisfaction at Tabuk University, with scientific research and publication having little relation to the predictors of JS.