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Contributions to the Analysis of Building’s Durability Made of Local Materials
Authors: Pericleanu Bucur Dan , Pericleanu Mihaela 
Published: January 2020

Abstract
This paper presents a synthesis of research carried out by authors on local materials used in construction over time in South Eastern Romania. The earth in various forms and technologies has been a perfectible building material that by technologies and specific procedures confers resistance and structural stability. For the research the authors have selected a few specific types of buildings detailing on structural compliance, their sustainability and the factors that led to the depreciation of the building.
A Novel Use of the Body-Soul Comparison Emerges in Neochalcedonian Christology
Authors: Wood Jordan Daniel 
Published: January 2020

Abstract
Comparing the union of Christ’s two natures to the body-soul union in a human being was a typical way among patristic authors to conceive the Incarnation. I argue that a novel use of the comparison emerged among Neochalcedonian theologians, esp. Leontius of Byzantium and Maximus Confessor. Their novelty lay in the concurrent refinement of the nature-hypostasis distinction required by Chalcedon. That refinement – particularly the shift from conceiving natures as self-subsistent to subsistent only in hypostases – opened unprecedented ways to make the anthropological comparison. Now there was a new, univocal tertium comparationis between Christ and the human being: in each case it’s a hypostasis alone that makes two distinct natures really one. Neochalcedonian novelty supports the broader thesis that post-Chalcedonian Christology had profound impact on philosophy (cf. Johannes Zachhuber). In this case, Neochalcedonian Christology granted far greater insight into the fundamental mystery of the human person.
Equity Risk: Measuring Return Volatility Using Historical High-Frequency Data
Authors: Alan Chow , Kyre Lahtinen 
Published: January 2020

Abstract
Market Volatility has been investigated at great lengths, but the measure of historical volatility, referred to as the relative volatility, is inconsistent. Using historical return data to calculate the volatility of a stock return provides a measure of the realized volatility. Realized volatility is often measured using some method of calculating a deviation from the mean of the returns for the stock price, the summation of squared returns, or the summation of absolute returns. We look to the stocks that make up the DJIA, using tick-by-tick data from June 2015 - May 2016. This research helps to address the question of what is the better measure of realized volatility? Several measures of volatility are used as proxies and are compared at four estimation time intervals. We review these measures to determine a closer/better fit estimator to the true realized volatility, using MSE, MAD, Diebold-Mariano test, and Pitman Closeness. We find that when using a standard deviation based on transaction level returns, shorter increments of time, while containing some levels of noise, are better estimates of volatility than longer increments.
Ambidexterity – A New Paradigm for Organizations Facing Complexity
Authors: Claudia Ogrean , Mihaela Herciu 
Published: January 2020

Abstract
Complexity is rapidly and inexorably leading the global economy towards new configurations and new dynamics; within this (ever fluid and unstable) framework, the strategic dualities that govern organizations and shape their strategic choices are not only multiplying but also interacting and generating unprecedented challenges: new pairs of (apparent) paradoxes occur, sophisticated interdependencies take place amongst them, and therefore new approaches in search for strategic solutions are imperatively asked. Against this background, the main goal of the paper is to suggest a paradigm of organizational ambidexterity – which gradually integrates various angles and valences into partial solutions and eventually comes up with a complex construct incorporating different levels of organizational ambidexterity and multiple patterns of ambidextrous behavior – able to (dynamically) position organizations on the coordinates of the complex global economy, while providing them with the essential tools needed to achieve strategic competitiveness. Thus, by addressing a major organizational challenge (strategic competitiveness) through the lens of complexity (seen both as defining feature of nowadays and science that provides the instruments to deal with it) and advocating for the solution of ambidexterity, the paper will enrich the theory of strategic management and will offer businesses an alternative to their strategic approaches.
Several Contemporary Economy Features, Consequences of Internet Expansion and I.C.T. Innovations in the World
Authors: Răzvan Șerbu 
Published: January 2020

Abstract
The Internet has reach half of the population of the planet and in the latest three years more than 700 millions users came on line from the emerging world. Most of them are coming now from the poorer population. This it may be a turning point for their economic development. This paper attempts to outline some possible future developments of the contemporary economy within the new digital transformation and development of internet firms in emerging markets, some of the pluses and minuses, some of the opportunities and threats brought by the expansion of the Internet and information and communication technologies at different levels. We will present some significant aspects about this impact for individuals and for companies especially in Eastern Europe but also around the world. The study intends to deliver also analysis at the level of governmental reactions. Governments have gone through different sentiments that have led to different responses to these technologies. A new revolution that is about to begin it will be grounded on blockchain the technologies that cryptocurrencies are based on. What was initially translated as a threat to governments and central banks can become a solution if it’s deal cautiously.
Tourism of the Future – An on Going Challenge
Authors: Adriana Vintean 
Published: January 2020

Abstract
The aim of the paper is to provide information based on data collected from the review of different reports about tourism, a fast moving and competitive industry, an ongoing challenge for the future when travelling is easier and the tourist has more choices and is more aspirational. We value the tourism of experience and that of niche, as the consumers are more cultivated and selective, traveling for self-discovery. New groups of consumers are willing to spend their hard- earned money for authentic travel adventure. Each experience is different and has psychological impacts, the authentic experience being obtained through identifying some new interactions of the tourist with the respective destination. Within this segment regarding the emotional impact we value the satisfaction of the tourists that is being influenced by some factors depending on the locations they had chosen. Luxury, culture, authenticity, experiences will shape the future in tourism. The digital technologies have become imperative in this competitive world and are shaping the traveler’s experiences as they provide valuable information. Our longing for journeys will always make us spend more money due to the higher level of living and this will go on as the number of tourists is increasing as well as the countries that invest in tourism.
An Assessment of Regional Innovation Capacity as a Factor of Economic Growth of Romanian Regions
Authors: Clipa Raluca Irina , Ifrim Mihaela , Clipa Flavian 
Published: January 2020

Abstract
According to Regional Innovation Scoreboard 2016, Romania’s regions, including the Bucharest-Ilfov region, are classified as modest innovators. This paper’s objective is to identify certain potential ways of economic growth of the Romanian regions through its innovation absorptive capacity and innovation development capacity, according to the AC/DC model of the National Endowment for Science, Technology and the Arts (NESTA), UK. Using the 2016 pillar scores of the Regional Competitiveness Index (RCI) - Innovation sub-index, we analyze their compatibility with the NESTA model and assess the potential of Romanian regions to absorb external innovation. The paper proposes a qualitative and quantitative approach based on empirical evidence. The poor performances of the Romanian regions regarding innovation, as they were analyzed in this paper, draw attention to Romania’s need to exploit innovation brought in from abroad. The main conclusion of our analysis is that Romania has failed to reach the absorption threshold of innovation that would allow it to accelerate the value-creating processes. The ability to innovate completes the ability to absorb. A detailed analysis of the causes of the reduced absorption capacity could also provide solutions for accelerating economic growth. We also formulate policy recommendations to increase Romania’s regional competitiveness through the development of innovation capacity.
Green and Charophyte Algae in Bioindication of Water Quality of the Shah Alam River (District Peshawar, Pakistan)
Authors: Khuram Izaz , Muhammad Zahir , Ahmad Nadeem , Ullah Rehman , Barinova Sophia 
Published: January 2020

Abstract
58 species and infraspecies of Chlorophyta and Charophyta algae were observed in 60 samples collected in September 2017 from the Shah Alam River, Pakistan. The algal species richness and environmental variables increased down the river, except for pH. Bioindication revealed low saline, low alkaline, middle streaming, and middle oxygenated water with low to middle organic pollution with Index saprobity S 1.48-1.73, Class 2-3 of Water Quality. The trophic state was eutrophic and meso-eutrophic with increasing eutrophication down the river. River Pollution Indices RPI demonstrated increasing of pollution in the Shah Alam River in comparison with the parallel part of the Kabul River.
Factors that Determine the Adoption of Scientific Indicators in Community-Based Monitoring of Mangrove Ecosystems in Tanzania
Authors: Sabai Daniel 
Published: January 2020

Abstract
This article reveals factors that need to be considered by facilitating institutions and organisations prior to adoption of scientific indicators in community-based monitoring of mangrove ecosystems; as a necessary route towards achieving effective participation and meaningful experiential learning processes. It employs an Experiential Learning Intervention Workshop (ELIW) as a key methodological tool and a useful space for analysing conditions that are necessary for adoption of scientific frameworks in the Tanzanian coastal area. ELIW also offers an opportunity for local people to share knowledge and decide the kind of input required for monitoring mangroves and fisheries.
Flash-Floods Influence Macroinvertebrate Communities Distribution in Lotic Ecosystems
Authors: Pacioglu Octavian , Satmari Alina , Petrovici Milca , Pîrvu Mălina , Cîmpean Mirela , Battes Karina Paula , Lele Sandra Florina , Curtean-Bănăduc Angela , Pârvulescu Lucian 
Published: January 2020

Abstract
Stream dwelling invertebrate populations are facing an ample array of stressors including the habitat imbalance caused by important floods. In this research we used a novel way to estimate the impact of floods upon the substrate, by utilising a remote variable named “flash-flood potential” (FFP), which accounts for the site slope and the average slope of the upstream catchment. The results showed that certain groups are sensitive to the influence of the FFP whereas other are not. We propose this remote variable as a surrogate for assessing stress imposed by floods and sediment scouring for lotic macroinvertebrates.
The Disappearance of Male Secondary Sexual Characteristics in the Typical Cave Species in Triplophysa
Authors: Liang Jun , Zhou Jiang 
Published: January 2020

Abstract
It was suggested that the darkness environment would influence the fishes’ morphology, not only the barbells, snout, but also the male secondary sexual features. This paper reported that the three typical cave dwelling fish species of Triplophysa did not show these sexual morphological traits, such as Triplophysa lewangensis, Triplophysa nasobartula and Triplophysa zhenfengensis collected in Guizhou Province, meanwhile, there were not the description on the traits about the 11 typical cave dwelling species of this genus in Guangxi Province.
Morphology of the Genus Gymnocephalus (Pisces) from the Lower Danube River
Authors: Șerban Cecilia , Grigoraş Gabriela 
Published: January 2020

Abstract
The current study completed the information regarding the phenotypic variability in the Danube ruffe (Gymnocephalus baloni). We also assessed the phylogenetic relationship of G. baloni with the other two species of the genus Gymnocephalus from the Lower Danube River.
Ten morphological characters were the most useful together for discriminating between G. baloni and G. cernua from the Lower Danube River. In addition, we found a more streamlined body shape in G. baloni compared with the described holotype, which could be in connection with fish phenotypic response to ecological characteristics of the Lower Danube River.
Distribution Revised-Fifteen Years of Changes in the Invasion of a Freshwater Fish, Pseudorasbora parva (Temminck and Schlegel, 1846) in Turkey
Authors: Özcan Gülnaz , Tarkan Ali Serhan 
Published: January 2020

Abstract
The aim of the present paper is to revise the distribution range of the invasive freshwater fish species, topmouth gudgeon Pseudorasbora parva (Temminck and Schlegel, 1846) in Turkey, based on the literature review. After the first report of the species from the Meriç River in Thrace (European part of Turkey) in 1982, it has spread across the country mainly through human-mediated accidental introductions. The species has now been reported from 66 water bodies in total. Besides the introduction pathways, we also present chronological distribution pattern of the species. This information is useful especially for conservation endemic ichthyofauna due to the negative impact of Pseudorasbora parva, particularly through introducing an emerging infectious eukaryotic intracellular pathogen on the fungal-animal boundary, Sphaerothecum destruens Arkush et al., 2003.
Perlindungan Hukum Terhadap Produk Indikasi Geografis dari Tindakan Peniruan
Authors: Tresna Adnyana Anak Agung Ngurah 
Published: January 2020

Legal protection of Geographical Indications is necessary to determine whether there are communal or collective people. The communal community character means to belong to the community in the registered Geographical Indication area. This study aims to analyze legal certainty as well as the legal protection of product geographical indications of imitation actions. This research uses empirical law research method. In this case, the authors find that the TRIPs Agreement (Trade-related aspects of Intellectual Property Rights) and the act no 20 of 2016 concerning Trademarks and Geographical Indications are terms used to register.
Perlindungan hukum terhadap Indikasi Geografis sangat perlu di perhatikan karena karakter kepemilikannya yang kolektif atau komunal. Karakter kepemilikan yang komunal memiliki arti menjadi milik bersama semua masyarakat dalam wilayah Indikasi Geografis yang telah didaftarkan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis kepastian hukum serta perlindungan hukum produk indikasi geografis dari tindakan peniruan. Dalam penelitian ini metode yang digunakan adalah metode penelitian hukum empiris dengan menggunakan pendekatan perundang-undangan. Dalam penelitian ini penulis menemukan bahwa TRIPs Agreement (Trade Related aspects of Intellectual Property Rights) dan Undang-Undang 20 Tahun 2016 Tentang Merek Dan Indikasi Geografis mengatur secara khusus perlindungan bagi produk indikasi geografis yang telah didaftarkan.
Perpajakan Optimal dalam Perspektif Hukum Pajak Berfalsafah Pancasila
Authors: Johan Arvie , Hikmah Fadhilatul , Anditya Anugrah 
Published: January 2020

Pancasila as philosofiche grondslag guides positioning tax law in Indonesia. While taxation as a science has developed from the ability to pay's principle towards the optimal taxation concept. There are two main objectives in this research such as identifying the characteristics of tax law based on the Pancasila philosophy and describing tax law based on the Pancasila philosophy in the context of optimal taxation. To answer both questions, normative research method was utilized by identifying the Pancasila philosophy of tax law and the concepts and principles of tax law and optimal taxation. This research reveals two things: firstly, the characteristics of tax law based on the Pancasila Philosophy include tax compliance, welfare, and burden prevention. Secondly, optimal taxation is compatible with the last two aspects of tax law based on Pancasila Philosophy. Yet, we found conflicting concept between tax compliance based on Pancasila philosophy and horizontal equity as part of optimal taxation. The object of conflict is a progressive tariff tax.
Pancasila sebagai philosofiche grondslag memberikan pegangan mengenai pemosisian hukum pajak di Indonesia. Sementara perpajakan sebagai suatu disiplin keilmuan telah berkembang dari prinsip kemampuan bayar menuju konsep perpajakan yang optimal. Ada dua tujuan artikel penelitian ini yakni mengidentifikasi karakteristik hukum pajak berfalsafah Pancasila, serta menjelaskan hukum pajak berfalsafah Pancasila dalam konteks perpajakan optimalPenelitian ini menggunakan metode normatif melalui identifikasi pajak berfalsafah Pancasila, serta identifikasi konsep dan asas-asas hukum pajak dan pajak optimal. Hasil temuan penelitian terdiri atas 2 hal, yaitu pertama, karakteristik hukum pajak berfalsafah Pancasila meliputi kepatuhan pajak, kesejahteraan, dan pencegahan beban. Kedua, perpajakan optimal sesuai dengan dua aspek terakhir dari hukum pajak berfalsafah Pancasila. Namun, terdapat ketidakcocokan diantara kepatuhan pajak berdasarkan Pancasila dengan keadilan horizontal berdasarkan konsep perpajakan optimal. Objek konflik yang dimaksud adalah tarif pajak progresif.
THE IMPACT OF THE CLASSROOM ENVIRONMENT ON THE TRANSITION FROM THE TRADITIONAL MODEL TO THE FLIPPED CLASSROOM IN A UNIT OPERATION COURSE
Authors: Fauteux-Lefebvre Clémence 
Published: January 2020

The learning objectives of the Unit Operation course are to learn, understand and apply the operational and design principles of various separation units. For each unit, students must learn the process principles, how to apply mass and energy balances and how to use solving procedures in various contexts to design units, based on given parameters and operating objectives.
The main challenges for the students are to develop the general design skills and the necessary knowledge of the theory principles, with a deep understanding of the various concepts and procedures specific to each unit. The traditional format of the course leads students to solve problems mostly during their study time, while the help of the teacher is not direct. A flipped classroom approach would allow students to revise, explore and acquire significant part of the knowledge online or on their own rather than during the lectures and then to benefit from more efficient design problem-solving sessions. It, however, requires adaptation and engagement from both the students and the instructors for a successful learning experience.
In this course, the transformation is gradually implemented with the use of active learning classrooms and the development of a blended learning format of the course, to obtain an entirely flipped classroom. The access to active learning classrooms is one of the tools that could impact the quality of the flipped classroom organization, but also change the student’s experience, and was the studied. Having the suitable space, tools and seating organization to easily work in team and share their work with the entire group efficiently could help them to be engaged and to develop these new skills. The assessment of the student’s experience during the unit operations course in the active learning classroom showed that it promotes collaboration and it was appreciated by the majority of students, with a clear preference for this classroom over a traditional one for the various learning activities. It could then help reducing some obstacles to engage students in cooperative learning.
DISCOVERE: AN OUTREACH PROGRAM AT THE SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING
Authors: Cao Yang , Goh Seach Chyr , Rteil Ahmad , Roberts Deborah , Golovin Kevin 
Published: January 2020

Canadian universities are devoting more and more resources to develop K-12 engineering education outreach programs. The School of Engineering at the University of British Columbia’s Okanagan campus offers a variety of outreach and community programs for students of all ages. This paper provides details on the DiscoverE Engineering Summer Program which has been delivered since 2016. The objective of the program is to introduce students general design processes through hands-on civil, electrical, and mechanical engineering projects.
The overall goal is to foster a passion in engineering and at the same time attract students who have already had an interest in engineering and are eager to learn more about the discipline. The program is taught by faculty members and exposes students to a variety of hands-on projects in civil, electrical and mechanical engineering.
This paper will provide curriculum details for each topic and reflect on the student learning experience based on observations. Future qualitative plans on the measure of the impact of this program qualitatively will be explored.
CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENTS IN THIRD YEAR CHEMICAL ENGINEERING DESIGN
Authors: Norval Graeme , Bobicki Erin 
Published: January 2020

An impending retirement has led us to reevaluate the course: should we keep it - and if so who teaches it, or should we look to change it? The course was co-taught with a new faculty member, coupled with internal reviews and discussions. Ultimately, we decided to keep the course, and also to work to broaden its base.
Historically, the design problems have been petrochemical in nature. Each team gets a reaction, with a first order rate law, as well as a production rate and fractional conversion. From this, they do the design calculations for a reactor and separator, and also generate the base engineering drawings.
This past year, the project types were expanded to include environmental remediation and hydrometallurgical extraction. The environmental remediation problems involved wastewater processing (eg., BOD oxidation) which can be treated as a first order reaction. The hydrometallurgical problem (Li leaching from spodumene) also was set up as first order. Additionally, we provided the option of a case study review. The students chose a classic chemical safety incident, reviewed the details, and created a summary report which included recommendations on how to incorporate learnings from the incident into the curriculum.