bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Canonical Correlation Analysis Between Supply Chain Quality Management And Competitive Advantages
Authors: Chaghooshi Ahmad Jafarnejad , Soltani-Neshan Mahsa , Moradi-Moghadam Mohsen 
Published: January 2016

Abstract
Competitive environment of today’s organizations, more than ever, is extensive, and the major concern for managers is to preserve and promote the sustainable competitive advantage. Companies have an obligation to improve their product quality and have extensive and close cooperation with other companies involved in the supply chain of products. Supply chain quality management (SCQM) is a systematic approach to improve the performance that integrates supply chain partners and uses the opportunity in the best way, establish linkages between upstream and downstream flows, and investigate on creating value and satisfaction of intermediaries and final customers. Furthermore, achieving competitive advantages enables an organization to create a remarkable position in market and differentiate itself from competitors. This paper aims to understand the relationships between SCQM and competitive advantage. Sixty-eight experts of 25 companies in Sahami Alyaf (SA) supply chain has been participated in this research. The research method used for this article is descriptive correlation. To assess the relationships between the criteria, canonical correlation analysis was used. The result shows that the SCQM and competitive advantages have a meaningful relationship. It also shows that most important variable in the linear combination of SCQM and competitive advantages are “customer focus and quality,” respectively.
Pushing Or Pulling Of The Business By Family Members: A Study Of Family Businesses In Sri Lanka
Authors: Kuruppuge Ravindra H. , Gregar Aleš 
Published: January 2016

Abstract
A number of family business researches affirm benefits of family involvement to the business while some of other studies assure only detriments of family involvement. When comparative studies of family businesses begin to surface on the family involvement in business, there is that irritating question on what effect is brought about by family involvement to the business. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to explore business advantages and disadvantages generated by family involvement in businesses in Sri Lanka. The present study attempted to address the above knowledge gap, using qualitative research approach and multiple case studies as the strategy of inquiry. Purposive sampling technique was used to select both cases and respondents. Privately held, successfully conducted four family businesses were selected as cases and, existing business owner and one family related manager from each case were taken as respondents. Data was collected mainly via semi-structured, in depth interviews, observations, and secondary documents. Data collection from interviews consisted of 15 interviews with 09 different people from four cases. Before the data analysis, coding and categorization of respondents’ views from interviews helped to identify common patterns and themes from both within the case and across cases. The analysis was carried out in the light of Agency Theory and resulted in a rich understanding of business advantages and disadvantages of family involvement in businesses in Sri Lanka. The findings of this study indicated that the agency cost is created not only on business matters but also on family matters. Further, findings revealed that agency benefit also can be obtained by family business by handling the family matters carefully in line with business matters. Findings of this study clearly indicated that an extension to Agency Theory is required to explain owner agent relationship in family businesses.
Entrepreneurial Orientation: A Case Of Gauteng Province, South Africa
Authors: Radipere Simon 
Published: January 2016

Abstract
The relationship between entrepreneurial orientation and business performance using 500 small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Gauteng province, South Africa was tested. Questionnaire was used to collect data from 500 SME owners. The findings from the survey among 500 SME owners were modelled through a categorical regression model with business performance as dependent variable. The level of significance of the 8 variables out of 12 variables suggests that entrepreneurial orientation be classified as the strongest predictor of business performance. The ability to adjust one’s business model to adapt to changed economic circumstances is an important thing as it dictates performance in increasingly competitive economic environment.
Selection Of Employees In The Metal Industry Based On Competences, On The Example Of A Designer Position
Authors: Skrzypek Katarzyna , Dąbrowski Karol 
Published: January 2016

Abstract
The selection of an effective team of employees is crucial to proper management of the company. The success of the project often depends on the competencies of employees who carry out those projects. Therefore, the selection of the workers, whose competences complement each other in terms of subject matter, in terms of personality, and also in practical terms, is very important. This article presents the proposal of applying the FAHP (fuzzy analytic hierarchy process) and TOPSIS (technique for order preference by similarity to an ideal solution) methods as a tool to facilitate the management of human resources in the metal production factories based on the skills of employees.
Structuring Knowledge Management – Levels, Resources And Efficiency Areas Of Knowledge Management (part II)
Authors: Zawiła-Niedźwiecki Janusz 
Published: January 2016

Abstract
Part 1 of this article has been published in the article Structuring Knowledge Management – Classical Theory, Strategic Initiation and Operational Knowledge Management (DOI: 10.1515/fman-2015-0041). The previous article presented process cycles of knowledge management. This article proposes a layered model of knowledge management, and then shows how to organize knowledge management, both in terms of organizational structure management, and structuring knowledge resources.
Synthesis, optical and electrochemical properties of 2-[(9H-fluoren-2-yl)aryl]-1H-benz[d]imidazole and 2,7-bis[(1H-benz[d]imidazol-2-yl)aryl]- 9H-fluorene derivatives
Authors: Li Qing-Feng , Li Min-Jie , Lin Hai-Xia , Xu Pei-Pei , Gu Ze-Bin , Cui Yong-Mei 
Published: January 2016

Abstract
A series of 2-[(9H-fluoren-2-yl)aryl]-1H-benzo[d]imidazoles 11–13 and 2,7-bis[(1H-benzo[d]imidazol-2-yl)aryl]-9H-fluorenes 14–16 containing different linking aromatic units were synthesized in good yields. Their absorption and fluorescence properties were investigated in solution and in the solid state. Most compounds possess good fluorescence-emitting ability with φ
FL values in the region of 0.31–0.99 in solution and display strong blue emission. Structure–optical behavior characteristics and further details of the electronic properties from cyclic voltammetry measurements and theoretical calculations are discussed.
Determination of nicotine levels in the leaves of some Nicotiana tabacum varieties cultivated in Syria
Authors: Tayoub Ghaleb , Sulaiman Huda , Alorfi Malik 
Published: January 2016

Summary

Introduction: Tobacco is the most widely grown non-food crop in the world. Nicotine is the most abundant volatile alkaloid in tobacco leaves.

Objectives: This work aimed at measuring nicotine levels in the leaves of seven different varieties of Nicotiana tabacum, namely: Virginia, Burlip, Katrina, Shk al-bent, Zegrin, Basma and Burley, cultivated in Syria.

Methods: Nicotine was extracted according to approved method and its concentration was determined by LC/MS/MS in comparison with a standard material dilution series. The percentage of nicotine concentration was calculated manually. Statistical analysis was used to assess the significance of differences among variables and to perform multiple comparisons.

Results: The amount of nicotine in dry weight of tobacco leaves represented 6.7% in Virginia variety, 4.9% in Burlip, 4.84% in Katrina, 4.67% in Shk al-bent, 4% in Zegrin, 3.3% in Basma and <3% in Burley. Significant differences in nicotine concentration were found among the different varieties as determined by LSD test at a level of 0.05.

Conclusion: This study shows the importance of tobacco varieties grown in Syria, particularly Virginia, Burlip, Katrina, as a cheap and wealthy source for nicotine to be used in some industries.
The antimicrobial and antioxidant activities of extracts obtained from some moss species in Turkey
Authors: Ertürk Ömer , Sahin Huseyin , Ertürk Emine Y. , Hotaman Hilal Ebru , Koz Bahadir , Özdemir Özlem 
Published: January 2016

Summary

Introduction: Pharmaceutical industry is forced to develop new pharmacologically active molecules. Like other plants, mosses are considered to be potential source of new biologically active compounds.

Objective: The present study was designed to evaluate the antimicrobial and antioxidant activity of 8 moss species: Hypnum cupressiforme, Homalothecium sericeum, Thuidium delicatulum, Homalothecium lutescens, Homalothecium nitens, Leucodon sciuroides, Ctenidium molluscum, and Eurhynchium striatulum obtained from Turkey.

Methods: The antimicrobial activity of extracts was investigated against four Gram (+) and six Gram (−) bacterial strains and three tested fungi. Total phenolic content (TPC), cupric reducing antioxidant capacity (CUPRAC), ferric reducing antioxidant power (FRAP), and DPPH radical scavenging activity assays were applied to determine the antioxidant activity.

Results: All moss extacts were found to be active against all the organisms except Homalothecium nitens. Especially, H. sericeum and E. striatulum showed the best antioxidant activity.

Conclusion: The obtained results show that mosses may be used as possible natural antioxidant, antimicrobial agents to control various human, animal and plant diseases.
Establishing an efficient explant superficial sterilization protocol for in vitro micropropagation of bear’s garlic (Allium ursinum L.)
Authors: Tomaszewska-Sowa Magdalena , Figas Anna , Keutgen Norbert , Keutgen Anna J. 
Published: January 2016

Summary

Introduction:
Allium ursinum L. has a commercial value due to its high contents of bio-active compounds and mild, garlic-like taste. In vitro culture played an important role in obtaining Allium species with the desired characteristics and in the production of healthy reproductive material.

Objective: Developing an effective method of sterilization bear’s garlic bulbs.

Methods: To obtain sterile shoots of garlic several methods of sterilization involving such factors as ACE, H2O2, HgCl2, and UV-C were tested.

Results: In order to obtain sterile shoots of bear’s garlic, several sterilization procedures were tested. The best procedure was based on a two-step disinfection, where the whole onions were treated with ethanol and H2O2 for 20 min. Thereafter, the isolated apical buds were sterilized in ACE for 10 min, rinsed in double-distilled water and transferred onto MS medium for growing. Up to 95% of the inoculated explants formed shoots, which were sub-cultured on MS with 4 mg dm−3 BAP in order to enable further propagation.

Conclusion: After optimization and stabilization, this procedure may become the basic concept of a proper and reliable propagation method of bear’s garlic on commercial scale.
Genetic analysis of hereditary angioedema in a Brazilian family by targeted next generation sequencing
Authors: Veronez Camila Lopes , da Silva Elton Dias , Lima Teixeira Patrícia Varela , Cagini Nathália , Constantino-Silva Rosemeire Navickas , Grumach Anete Sevciovic , Mansour Eli , Velloso Lício A. , Pesquero João Bosco 
Published: January 2016

Abstract
Hereditary angioedema (HAE) is accompanied by an overproduction of bradykinin (BK) as the primary mediator of swelling. Although many proteins may be involved in regulating the wide spectrum of HAE symptoms, most studies have only focused on C1-INH and FXII. For the first time, a next generation sequencing (NGS) method was applied to develop a robust, time- and cost-effective diagnostic and research tool to analyze selected genes related to HAE. The entire coding region and the exon-intron boundaries of 15 genes from 23 subjects of a Brazilian family, nine of whom were symptomatic, were analyzed by NGS. One new mutation found uniquely in the nine symptomatic patients, p.Ala457Pro in the SERPING1 gene, was estimated as likely to be pathogenic (PolyPhen-2 software analysis) and is the main candidate to be responsible for HAE in these patients. Alterations identified in a few asymptomatic individuals but also found in almost all symptomatic patients, such as p.Ile197Met (HMWK), p.Glu298Asp (NOS3) and p.Gly354Glu (B2R), may also be involved in modulating patient-specific symptoms. This NGS gene panel has proven to be a valuable tool for a quick and accurate molecular diagnosis of HAE and efficient to indicate modulators of HAE symptoms.
Ethics and disasters in the work of Albert Schweitzer
Authors: Komenská Katarína 
Published: January 2016

Abstract
Traditional ethical frameworks are challenged in disaster settings as they are often too rigorous to be applied to such situations. Nonetheless, the role of moral theories in discussions on disasters should not be dismissed. Indeed, some of the ideas and concepts in traditional ethical frameworks and moral theories may be a source of inspiration in such debates. Therefore, the present paper presents the two main concepts in Albert Schweitzer’s philosophical thinking: the concept of cultural crisis and his understanding of ethics. These concepts form the basis of Schweitzer’s formulation of an ethics of the reverence for life as an answer to the cultural crisis and the need for a new ethics for a modern, humane civilisation. His thinking is reflected through the scope of disaster ethics and its potential to enrich discussions on disaster ethics is critically analysed.
Moral theory and disaster
Authors: Bilasová Viera , Smatanová Alexandra 
Published: January 2016

Abstract
Renewing the deontology tradition of moral obligation requires, especially in relation to catastrophe and disaster, a broader methodological perspective which would enable deontology to transcend its own limits. The demand for pluralistic research approaches brings with challenging requirements that have to be considered when shaping a hybrid moral theory that incorporates a proactive approach. The personalist approach to the individual, based on the principles of integrity, responsibility and solidarity and seeking the wellbeing of a person, may prove inspirational in shaping such a proactive approach.
A meshless method to the solution of an ill-posed problem
Authors: Rostamian Malihe , Shahrezaee Alimardan 
Published: January 2016

Abstract
In this paper, we consider an inverse heat conduction problem (IHCP). First, the existence, uniqueness and unstability solution of the inverse problem will be studied. Due to the ill-posedness of the inverse problem, we propose a meshless numerical approach based on basis function to solve this problem in the presence of noisy data. The Tikhonov regularization method with generalized discrepancy principle is applied to obtain a stable numerical approximation to the solution. The effectiveness of the algorithm is illustrated by some numerical examples.
Influence of composition on the structure and properties of SrO–Sb2O3–P2O5 low-melting sealing glasses
Authors: Nie Haining , Zhang Jingjing , Qi Yajun , Wang Zhiqiang , Lin Hai , Jiang Shuwen 
Published: January 2016

AbstractSrO–Sb2O3–P2O5 glass system was prepared by high temperature melting method. The effects of Sb2O3 and P2O5 content on the structure, thermal behavior and chemical durability of the glasses were studied by infrared spectrometer, thermal dilatometer, differential thermal analyzer and constant temperature water bath heating. It can be concluded that the characteristic temperatures of the glasses increased firstly and then decreased with the increasing of Sb2O3 content, whereas the tendency of the coefficient of thermal expansion (CTE) varied inversely. The crystallization ability of the glasses was significantly increased and the water resistance was reduced for Sb2O3 content of 35 mol % and 40 mol %. The glasses with 20 mol %, 25 mol % and 30 mol % Sb2O3 showed better performance in every respect than the others and the glasses containing 25 mol % Sb2O3, characterized by the best performance, can be chosen as host glasses for further research.
Crystal structure of dichlorido[bis(2-hydroxyethyl)5′-([2,2′:6′,2′′-terpyridin]-4′-yl)-[1,1′:3′,1′′-terphenyl]-4,4′′-dicarboxylato]zinc(II), C39H31Cl2N3O6Zn
Authors: Li Yaping , Sun Dajun , Ming Julia , Su Guanfang 
Published: January 2016

Abstract
C39H31Cl2N3O6Zn, monoclinic, C2/c, a = 20.7287(17) Å, b = 14.4602(11) Å, c = 11.2765(9) Å, β = 90.0°, V = 3380.0(5) Å3, Z = 4, R
gt
(F) = 0.0487, wR
ref
(F
2
) = 0.1334, T = 293 K.
Optimization of microwave-vacuum drying
processing parameters on the physical properties
of dried Saskatoon berries
Authors: Meda Venkatesh , Mitra Pranabendu , Lee Jong Hyeouk , Chang Kyu Seob 
Published: January 2016

Abstract
The objective of this study is to optimize the
microwave-vacuum drying parameters (microwave power,
drying time and fruit load) on the physical properties of
dried Saskatoon berries. Response surface methodology
combined with central composite rotatable design was
used to observe the effect of microwave-vacuum drying
processing variables and optimize the drying conditions
for the physical properties as response variables (moisture
content, rehydration ratio, hardness, L value and
total color difference) of the microwave-vacuum dried
Saskatoon berries. The response variables were effectively
modeled as the function of independent variables for
the regression as well as response surface modeling.
The regression and response surface modeling indicated
that increasing microwave power and drying time and
deceasing fruit load decreased moisture content but
increased rehydration ratio, hardness, L value and total
color difference of the microwave-vacuum dried Saskatoon
berries. Also, the numerical combining with graphical
optimization indicated that microwave power (5.8 –
6.5 kW), drying time (52-59 min) and fruit load (10-10.25
Kg) were very effective to improve the studied physical
properties of the dried Saskatoon berries. The findings
are expected to be helpful for the process development of
commercial scale microwave-vacuum drying of Saskatoon
berries within the experimental range.
Institutionalization Of Residential Property Management In Poland
Authors: Nalepka Adam 
Published: January 2016

Abstract
The management of residential properties has its specificity which primarily arises from their constant inhabitation by users, which requires the permanent provision of specific services to flats. This specificity is also significantly influenced by legal regulations which residential real estates are subject to, which vary according to the various forms of ownership and types of residential units.
This paper pays special attention to the organizational and legal forms applicable in residential property management in Poland.
The undertaken attempt to find a comprehensive approach to the problem of the institutionalization of residential property management in Poland is a good starting point for in-depth research into the effectiveness and efficiency of individual institutional forms.
CREST Syndrome - a Limited Form of Systemic Scleroderma: a Case Report and Literature Review
Authors: Paravina Mirjana , Stanojević Milenko , Spalević Ljiljana , Ljubisavljević Dragana , Zlatanović Zorana , Popović Danijela 
Published: January 2016

Abstract
Systemic scleroderma (SSc) is a multisystem disease with microvascular abnormalities, autoimmune disorders, excessive collagen production and deposition, and fibrosis of the skin and internal organs. According to the simplest, though incomplete classification, there are two forms of SSc: diffuse and limited (formerly acrosclerosis). CREST syndrome is a subtype of limited SSc, characterized by: calcinosis, Raynaud’s phenomenon, esophageal dysfunction, sclerodactyly, and telangiectasia. We present a patient with all the features of the CREST syndrome, which appeared at the age of 43 and lasted for 23 years. The patient presented with a gradual development of symptoms during the first ten years, from Raynaud’s phenomenon, skin sclerosis, calcinosis, telangiectasia, and esophageal dysmotility. The diagnosis was based on clinical findings and relevant diagnostic procedures. The article presents a literature review on the epidemiology, etiology, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, various attempts at classification, diagnostic criteria, and therapeutic modalities.
When classifying systemic scleroderma into two main types — diffuse and limited, with CREST syndrome as a variant of the latter, it should be pointed out that both types represent clinical forms of systemic sclerosis, share similar visceral involvement, laboratory abnormalities and course which is variable, as was the case in our patient.
The Incidence of Gonorrhea in Belgrade in the Period 2010 - 2014
Authors: Bjekić Milan , Vlajinac Hristina , Begović-Vuksanović Biljana 
Published: January 2016

Abstract
The World Health Organization (WHO) estimated that in 2008 there were 106.1 million newly registered cases of gonorrhea among adults worldwide. Of these cases, 3.4 million were in the WHO European Region. In the European Union and European Economic Area, the overall incidence of reported cases was 15.3 per 100.000 population in 2012; the highest rate (45.4 per 100.000) was observed in the United Kingdom, while low rates (<5 per 100.000) were generally reported in the Central and Eastern Europe. In 2012, low incidence of gonorrhea (1.49/100.000) was reported in Serbia, as well.
The purpose of this study was to report on the epidemiology of gonorrhea in a Belgrade population (about 1.5 million inhabitants) during the period 2010 - 2014, and to discuss data on gonorrhea rates in the European Union.
In Serbia it is mandatory to report gonorrhea, and all reports of culture-proved gonorrhea are sent to the City Institute for Public Health in Belgrade. These reports were used as the source for data analysis of gonorrhea incidence. Incidence rates were calculated using data from the 2011 population census in Serbia for Belgrade population. Age-adjusted annual incidence rates were carried out by a direct method using the “world population” as a standard.
During the 2010 - 2014 period, the average gonorrhea incidence in Belgrade population was 9.2 per 100.000 in men, and 1.9 per 100.000 in women. The incidence was highest in men and women aged 20 - 29 years. In all age groups gonorrhea incidence was higher in men than in women, the average male/female ratio being 4.8. In both sexes, the incidence of gonorrhea was highest in persons who had never married, with secondary education and unemployed. Out of 357 men with gonorrhea, 92 (25.77%) were self-reported homosexuals.