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Photo-Electrochemical Solar-to-Fuel Energy Conversion by Hematite-Based Photo-Anodes – The Role of 1D Nanostructuring
Authors: Hejazi Seyedsina , Altomare Marco , Schmuki Patrik 
Published: August 2019

Abstract
Photo-electrochemical (PEC) water splitting (WS) using metal oxide semiconductors is regarded as a promising approach for the renewable production of fuels and energy vectors such as hydrogen (H2). Among metal oxide semiconductors, iron oxide in the form of hematite (α-Fe2O3) is one of the most researched photo-anode materials, mainly due to its ability to absorb photons up to 600 nm combined to a set of desirable properties such as high photocorrosion resistance, environmental friendliness, large abundance and relatively low production costs. However, hematite main disadvantages are a low electrical conductivity and a high rate of charge recombination; both these shortcomings drastically limit functionality and efficiency of hematite-based photo-anodes in PEC devices. One-dimensional (1D) nanostructuring is a powerful tool to tackle such disadvantages as it provides the photoelectrode material with increased surface area along with directional charge transport properties and short charge diffusion distances to the electrolyte – these features can improve the lifetime of photo-generated charges and/or enhance the charge transfer efficiency, and can consequently lead to a superior photo-electrochemical performance. At the same time, chemical/physical modification can also compensate natural weaknesses of hematite in water photoelectolysis. The present mini-review outlines a series of most effective strategies for the fabrication of 1D hematite nanostructures as well as for their physicochemical modification, mainly by doping or co-catalyst decoration, to achieve superior PEC activity.
A Comparative Study of Forming and Crash Behavior of High Strength Steels
Authors: Kingklang S. , Julsri W. , Chiyatan T. , Uthaisangsuk V. 
Published: August 2019

Abstract
Advanced high strength (AHS) steel sheets of various grades have been increasingly used in the automotive industries because of their advantageous mechanical properties. High strength and great energy absorption are desired for a structural component design. On the other hand, large formability and strain hardening are necessary for achieving an effective forming process. To apply eligible steel grades, precise understanding of their forming and crash characteristics is needed. In this work, AHS steels with varying strengths, namely grades 780, 980, and 1180, were investigated. First, tensile tests were performed, and mechanical properties, including r-values, of the examined steels were obtained for different loading directions. The forming limit curves (FLCs) and respective forming limit stress curves (FLSCs) were determined by means of a Nakajima forming test and finite element simulation. The cyclic tension-compression tests were conducted to characterize the elastic recovery and Bauschinger effect of steels. Afterward, forming processes of an automotive part were performed, and the forming and springback behaviors of steels were evaluated by using simulations coupled with Hill’48 and Yoshida-Uemori models, determined material parameters, FLCs, and FLSCs. In addition, crashworthiness of steels was numerically studied by means of a crash rectangle profile and simplified side impact pole test. The mechanical, forming, and crash performances of all the investigated AHS steels were evaluated and discussed so that the results can be applied for part design and manufacturing.
Disease Resistance Genetics and Genomics in Octoploid Strawberry
Authors: Barbey Christopher R , Lee Seonghee , Verma Sujeet , Bird Kevin A , Yocca Alan E , Edger Patrick P , Knapp Steven J , Whitaker Vance M , Folta Kevin M 
Published: August 2019

Abstract
Octoploid strawberry (Fragaria ×ananassa) is a valuable specialty crop, but profitable production and availability are threatened by many pathogens. Efforts to identify and introgress useful disease resistance genes (R-genes) in breeding programs are complicated by strawberry’s complex octoploid genome. Recently-developed resources in strawberry, including a complete octoploid reference genome and high-resolution octoploid genotyping, enable new analyses in strawberry disease resistance genetics. This study characterizes the complete R-gene collection in the genomes of commercial octoploid strawberry and two diploid ancestral relatives, and introduces several new technological and data resources for strawberry disease resistance research. These include octoploid R-gene transcription profiling, dN/dS analysis, expression quantitative trait loci (eQTL) analysis and RenSeq analysis in cultivars. Octoploid fruit eQTL were identified for 76 putative R-genes. R-genes from the ancestral diploids Fragaria vesca and Fragaria iinumae were compared, revealing differential inheritance and retention of various octoploid R-gene subtypes. The mode and magnitude of natural selection of individual F. ×ananassa R-genes was also determined via dN/dS analysis. R-gene sequencing using enriched libraries (RenSeq) has been used recently for R-gene discovery in many crops, however this technique somewhat relies upon a priori knowledge of desired sequences. An octoploid strawberry capture-probe panel, derived from the results of this study, is validated in a RenSeq experiment and is presented for community use. These results give unprecedented insight into crop disease resistance genetics, and represent an advance toward exploiting variation for strawberry cultivar improvement.
Reducing Variability in the Infant Sepsis Evaluation (REVISE): A National Quality Initiative
Authors: Biondi Eric A. , McCulloh Russell , Staggs Vincent S. , Garber Matthew , Hall Matt , Arana Julia , Barsotti Benj , Natt Beth C. , Schroeder Alan R. , Schroeder Lisa , Wylie Todd , Ralston Shawn L. ,   ON BEHALF OF THE AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PEDIATRICS’ REVISE COLLABORATIVE
Published: August 2019

BACKGROUND:Substantial variability exists in the care of febrile, well-appearing infants. We aimed to assess the impact of a national quality initiative on appropriate hospitalization and length of stay (LOS) in this population.METHODS:The initiative, entitled Reducing Variability in the Infant Sepsis Evaluation (REVISE), was designed to standardize care for well-appearing infants ages 7 to 60 days evaluated for fever without an obvious source. Twelve months of baseline and 12 months of implementation data were collected from emergency departments and inpatient units. Ill-appearing infants and those with comorbid conditions were excluded. Participating sites received change tools, run charts, a mobile application, live webinars, coaching, and a LISTSERV. Analyses were performed via statistical process control charts and interrupted time series regression. The 2 outcome measures were the percentage of hospitalized infants who were evaluated and hospitalized appropriately and the percentage of hospitalized infants who were discharged with an appropriate LOS.RESULTS:In total, 124 hospitals from 38 states provided data on 20 570 infants. The median site improvement in percentages of infants who were evaluated and hospitalized appropriately and in those with appropriate LOS was 5.3% (interquartile range = −2.5% to 13.7%) and 15.5% (interquartile range = 2.9 to 31.3), respectively. Special cause variation toward the target was identified for both measures. There was no change in delayed treatment or missed bacterial infections (slope difference 0.1; 95% confidence interval, −8.3 to 9.1).CONCLUSIONS:Reducing Variability in the Infant Sepsis Evaluation noted improvement in key aspects of febrile infant management. Similar projects may be used to improve care in other clinical conditions.
Niños y niñas no acompañados. Entre la desprotección y la garantía de derechos
Authors: Fernández-Ramos María Victoria 
Published: August 2019

La situación de niños y niñas extranjeros no acompañados que llegan a España es una cuestión que preocupa a defensores de Derechos Humanos, dado que están en constante riesgo de exclusión social y vulnerabilidad. Este artículo de reflexiónpresenta una juiciosa conceptualización del término desprotección a la luz de tres instrumentos internacionales que protegen los derechos de los menores, para vincularlosposteriormente con tres casos presentados en España, que fueron ampliamente documentados por la prensa. Las conclusiones establecen algunos parámetros a tener en cuenta para trabajadoras y trabajadores sociales que se vinculan en la defensa de los Derechos de estos niños.
Assessing Quality Management Practice in Nigerian Construction Industry
Authors: Abdullahi U. , Bustani S. A. , Rotimi F. E. , Hassan A. 
Published: August 2019

Several adverse reports on quality performance drive the need to assess quality management practice in the Nigerian construction industry. Incidences of building failures and in extreme cases, building collapse have been attributed to poor quality management among other factors. This paper assesses the quality management practices of Nigerian construction firms intending to suggest appropriate courses of action for improving quality performance. Data were collected through questionnaires administered to management staff in 20 construction firms in Abuja, Nigeria. Findings from the study show that inspections and statistical quality control techniques are the most widely used quality management tools by construction firms in Nigeria. However, the study found that the preparation of quality management plans (QMP) and quality auditing (a measure of quality assurance in building production), is not popular among Nigerian construction firms. Inadequate planning arrangements for quality, poor communication of quality requirements and lack of awareness of the benefits of quality management were identified as the most significant issues affecting quality management practice. Therefore there is a low uptake of quality management practice principles within construction organizations in Nigeria. Hence, the need to create awareness for implementing quality management principles and concepts in its construction industry.
Keywords: Assessment, Construction industry, Nigeria, Quality management, Quality standards
Computing Multi-Modal Journey Plans under Uncertainty
Authors: Botea Adi , Kishimoto Akihiro , Nikolova Evdokia , Braghin Stefano , Berlingerio Michele , Daly Elizabeth 
Published: August 2019

Multi-modal journey planning, which allows multiple types of transport within a single trip, is becoming increasingly popular, due to a strong practical interest and an increasing availability of data. In real life, transport networks feature uncertainty. Yet, most approaches assume a deterministic environment, making plans more prone to failures such as missed connections and major delays in the arrival.
This paper presents an approach to computing optimal contingent plans in multi-modal journey planning. The problem is modeled as a search in an and/or state space. We describe search enhancements used on top of the AO* algorithm. Enhancements include admissible heuristics, multiple types of pruning that preserve the completeness and the optimality, and a hybrid search approach with a deterministic and a nondeterministic search. We demonstrate an NP-hardness result, with the hardness stemming from the dynamically changing distributions of the travel time random variables. We perform a detailed empirical analysis on realistic transport networks from cities such as Montpellier, Rome and Dublin. The results demonstrate the effectiveness of our algorithmic contributions, and the benefits of contingent plans as compared to standard sequential plans, when the arrival and departure times of buses are characterized by uncertainty.
Antimicrobial Effect of Different Sizes of Nano Zinc Oxide on Oral Microorganisms
Authors: Mirhosseini Fatemeh , Amiri Motahareh , Daneshkazemi Alireza , Zandi Hengameh , Javadi Zoleikha Sadat 
Published: August 2019

Objectives: The purpose of the present study was to evaluate the antimicrobial effect of various sizes and concentrations of zinc oxide (ZnO) nanoparticles on Streptococcus mutans (S. mutans), Enterococcus faecalis (E. faecalis), Lactobacillus fermentum (L. fermentum), and Candida albicans (C. albicans).
Materials and Methods: Solutions at the concentration of 10 µg/ml were prepared using 20-nm, 40-nm, and 140-nm nano ZnO (nZnO) powder. The antimicrobial effect of nZnO was determined using the disk diffusion method. The inhibition zone (mm) was measured using a ruler. Data were analyzed by analysis of variance (ANOVA) and the Bonferroni correction. The minimum inhibitory concentrations (MICs) and minimum bactericidal concentrations (MBCs) of nZnO were determined using the broth microdilution method in Mueller-Hinton Agar (MHA) for S. mutans and E. faecalis, De Man, Rogosa, and Sharpe (MRS) agar, and Sabouraud Dextrose Agar (SDA).
Results: The greatest inhibition zones were observed against S. mutans with 20-nm and 40-nm nZnO, while 140-nm nZnO formed the greatest inhibition zones against S. mutans and E. faecalis. The smallest inhibition zones were observed against C. albicans with the three nZnO particle sizes. The MICs for C. albicans with 40-nm and 140-nm particles and for L. fermentum with 140-nm particles were higher than 10 µg/ml. A significant correlation was found between the particle size and the antibacterial activity against S. mutans (P=0.00), L. fermentum, and E. faecalis (P<0.02).
Conclusion: The antimicrobial activity of nZnO increases with decreasing the particle size. The greatest antimicrobial effect was observed against S. mutans and E. faecalis. S. mutans is more sensitive to the changes in the particle size compared to other bacteria.
Effect of Mechanical Load Cycling on Microleakage of Restorative Glass Ionomers Compared to Flowable Composite Resin in Class V Cavities
Authors: Hasani Zahra , Khodadadi Effat , Ezoji Fariba , Khafri Soraya 
Published: August 2019

Objectives: Microleakage is the most important factor responsible for the destruction of restoration margins. The aim of this study was to assess the effect of mechanical load cycling on microleakage of four types of glass ionomer cement (GIC) in comparison with a flowable composite resin.
Materials and Methods: In this in-vitro experimental study, 100 Class V cavities were prepared on the buccal and lingual surfaces of 50 intact premolars. The prepared cavities were divided into five groups of (A) Z350, (B) Equia Forte, (C) encapsulated Fuji II LC, (D) hand-mixed Fuji II LC, and (E) Ketac Molar. All the samples were thermocycled (×2,000, 5-55°C), and half of the samples in each group were load cycled. All the teeth were then immersed in 0.5% basic fuchsine for 24 hours, sectioned, and observed under a stereomicroscope. Data were analyzed with Kruskal-Wallis and Mann-Whitney-U tests. Comparison between the incisal and gingival microleakage was made with Wilcoxon test. P<0.05 was considered statistically significant.
Results: Load cycling and type of restorative material had a significant effect on microleakage. Gingival microleakage was significantly higher than occlusal microleakage with Equia Forte, encapsulated Fuji II LC, hand-mixed Fuji II LC, and Ketac Molar in the absence of loading, and with Z350 after loading.
Conclusion: The sealing ability of Z350 under load cycling was better than that of Equia Forte, hand-mixed Fuji II LC, and Ketac Molar. The marginal integrity of encapsulated Fuji II LC was not significantly different than that of Z350.
Probiotic properties of lactobacillus isolated from traditional milk and yoghurt of Babol and their antimicrobial effects against Salmonella enteritidis H7
Authors: Soltanmoradi Hossein , Davoodabadi Abolfazl , Zare Mirzaei Elnaze 
Published: August 2019

Introdution: Today, probiotics are known to be effective in preventing the spread of many infectious diseases. Probiotic are living microorganisms that will be beneficial for the health of the host when used in adequate amounts. The purpose of this study was to investigate the probiotic properties of Lactobacillus isolated from traditional milk and yogurt.
Methods: Probiotic properties of five Lactobacillus strains isolated from traditional milk and yoghurt of Babol including L. plantarum M19-1, L. paralimentarius M4-3, L. paracasei M18-1, L. paracasei Y8-1, L.paracasei Y1-3 and L. fermentum Y2-2 were studied. The inhibitory effect of these strains against Salmonella enteritidis H7 was measured. These strains also investigated for antibiotic susceptibility, resistance to acidic conditions, resistance to bile salts, and hemolysis.
Results: The highest inhibitory effect was observed by Y1-3 strain with a mean diameter of 14 mm. In acid tolerance test at pH 2.5, M18-1 strain had the highest resistance, which its colonies were countable after three hours. Strains M19-1 showed the highest resistance to bile (MRS broth contains 0.3% bile) with Cinh 0.26. None of the strains had hemolysis activity.
Conclusion: Lactobacillus strains with good inhibitory effects against Salmonella enteritidis could be isolated from milk and yogurt, which can be used as a probiotic candidate for the prevention or treatment of this bacterial infection, but further studies are needed.
CONSUMER PERCEPTION OF HOSPITALITY SERVICES IN JCI ACCREDITED HOSPITALS AT DELHI – NCR: AN EXPLORATORY RESEARCH ON GROWTH OF MEDICAL TOURISM
Authors: Shukla Rajnish , Singh Dr. Malini , Saxena Dr. Sanjeev Kr. 
Published: August 2019

Purpose: This research focuses on understanding the consumer perception and scope of hospitality services provided to patients and their attendants, getting admitted for treatment at internationally accredited multispecialty hospitals. The study also gives insights into the relation among these service elements and their role in the overall satisfaction of patients coming to Delhi NCR as a medical tourist.
Methodology: Literature review and interviews with hospital staff, involved as service providers, to find the hospitality services and facilities provided to patients coming to Delhi NCR as a medical tourist. The study adopted survey through questionnaire method to collect primary data, which is analysed through SPSS to study the perceptions of patients/attendants and its relationship with overall patient satisfaction.
Main Findings: This research finds that the majority of the JCI accredited hospitals in Delhi-NCR, show fairly good focus on patient care and hospitality centric service style was in place. Hospitality aspects are considered as an opportunity to enhance service excellence and the same is supported by management to bring better patient satisfaction. However, the research found some neglected desires of patients and few areas of poor service delivery.
Applications: Hospitals benefiting with medical tourism where attention to nonclinical services is magnified due to a higher expectation of the guest, will benefit from this research. This research would be valuable to healthcare organizations in doing their best to achieve greater patient’s satisfaction, which will improve our image as a destination for Medical Value Travel.
Novelty/Originality: This study explores hospitality services and their relative importance in patient satisfaction. This study describes higher patient satisfaction as an outcome of excellence in non-clinical services. The research outcome is based on primary data and offers a first-hand view of patients perceived hospitality service quality and its constituents.
ENTREPRENEURSHIP CULTURE IN EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS: FUTURE PRACTICES AND ASPIRATIONS
Authors: Singer Nermeen , Mahmood Elfarahaty Alsaied , ElSaeed Khaled 
Published: August 2019

Purpose of the study: The aim of this research is to show the importance of entrepreneurship culture in education and orientation institutions towards the mentality of entrepreneurship.
Methodology: The research followed the analytical method in the analysis of some theoretical frameworks that talked about the mentality and the culture of entrepreneurship in education because of its value in the mentality of innovative composition and contribute to the development of their societies and become entrepreneurs in the future.
Main Findings: The implantation of pioneering values, including the values of independence and self-belief, the sense of ownership and belief in the relationship between the returns and the effort exerted, and to develop education from the direction of projects beginning from childhood to post-university education, in addition to developing education from industrial and commercial projects.
Applications of this study: The paper presented some of the educational applications to develop a culture of entrepreneurship among students beginning from childhood till graduation such as transform the role of education from focusing on employment to focusing on the principle of job creation, spreading the culture of entrepreneurship among the students, developing leadership and dynamic management skills of the educational institution.
Novelty/Originality of this study: There is no research or studies addressed the culture of entrepreneurship in education starting from kindergarten up to the end of university education and then open up a plan of study areas of research linking the culture of entrepreneurship and education.
EXPLORING UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS’ AWARENESS OF INTERNAL SHARIAH AUDITING IN MALAYSIA
Authors: Khalid Azam Abdelhakeem , Halim Hazianti Abdul , Sarea Adel M. 
Published: August 2019

Purpose of the study: It is the goal of this study to explore selected Malaysian public universities undergraduates’ awareness and knowledge level of internal Shariah audit.
Methodology: The research used the quantitative approach of the survey. A survey was administrated to undergraduate students in accounting and finance programs in selected Malaysian public universities.
Main Findings: The results of this research may indicate the level of knowledge and awareness among accounting students in selected Malaysian public universities. The outcomes of this research could serve as a reference point for the public universities, regulatory and professional bodies in evaluating the execution of a complete internal Shariah audit’s framework. This research will help to enhance the accounting courses offered by selected Malaysian public universities.
Applications of this study: This research may provide the accounting students and professional accountants the understanding of the importance of internal Shariah auditing in Malaysian IFIs.
Novelty/Originality of this study: Awareness of Internal Shariah Auditing in public universities in Malaysia has not been extensively studied.
EXPLORING THE NEXUS BETWEEN SUPPLY CHAIN AMBIDEXTERITY, SUPPLY CHAIN AGILITY, SUPPLY CHAIN ADAPTABILITY AND THE MARKETING SENSING OF MANUFACTURING FIRMS IN INDONESIA
Authors: Jermsittiparsert Kittisak , Pithuk Ladaporn 
Published: August 2019

Purpose: Majority of times, it is argued that firm could face difficulty to reconfigure its processes and capture opportunities within the marketplace, without even suspecting such opportunities earlier.
Methodology: Market sensing shows the routines of organization which are associated with quick learning about competitors, customers, business environment, and SC members, enabling to understand market conditions for the purpose of forecasting.
Results: This study is interested in examining the relationship between supply chain performance and firm performance in the presence of firm performance. To test the hypotheses we have used the SEM-AMOS statistical technique. The findings of the study have provided support to the theoretical foundation and proposed hypothesis of the current study. Current study will be helpful for policymakers and practitioners in understanding the issues related to supply chain risk, supply chain integration and supply chain performance. In the author's knowledge this is among very few pioneering studies on this issue.