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Effect of sample temperature on laser-induced plasma of silicone rubber
Authors: An Zhiguo , He Yongqi , Chen Qijuan , Du Gang , Wang Xilin 
Published: September 2023

Silicone rubber in power transmission and transformation equipment is subjected to considerable temperature changes under different application environment conditions and in different operational states. In tropical areas and the Turpan region of China, surface temperatures of silicone rubber insulators may reach or exceed 70°C. During in situ testing of silicone rubber, the spectral signal may fluctuate or even be distorted when the temperature changes, and consequently, the accuracy of the analysis may be affected. Therefore, we performed a LIBS-based investigation into the dependence of the spectral signal of rubber silicone on the sample temperature. Using high-temperature vulcanized silicone rubber as the experimental material, we determined the trends in spectral line intensity for different elements, plasma temperature, and electron density with temperature when the sample temperature was increased from 25°C to 310°C. The results indicated that the intensities of the Al I 394.40 nm, Al I 396.15 nm, and Si I 390.55 nm lines in the LIBS spectra underwent a gradual decrease as the temperature was increased, whereas the intensity of the Al I 309.27 nm spectral line was essentially stable. However, the spectral line intensity, plasma temperature, and electron density all exhibited a spike at approximately 260°C, which occurred because of the decomposition of aluminum hydroxide. The results of the present study should prove to be of significance in further increasing the accuracy of LIBS analysis as applied to silicone rubber surface monitoring in high-temperature environments.
A metabolome and transcriptome survey to tap the dynamics of fruit prolonged shelf-life and improved quality within Greek tomato germplasm
Authors: Mellidou Ifigeneia , Koukounaras Athanasios , Frusciante Sarah , Rambla José L. , Patelou Efstathia , Ntoanidou Symela , Pons Clara , Kostas Stefanos , Nikoloudis Konstantinos , Granell Antonio , Diretto Gianfranco , Kanellis Angelos K. 
Published: September 2023

IntroductionTomato is a high economic value crop worldwide with recognized nutritional properties and diverse postharvest potential. Nowadays, there is an emerging awareness about the exploitation and utilization of underutilized traditional germplasm in modern breeding programs. In this context, the existing diversity among Greek accessions in terms of their postharvest life and nutritional value remains largely unexplored.MethodsHerein, a detailed evaluation of 130 tomato Greek accessions for postharvest and nutritional characteristics was performed, using metabolomics and transcriptomics, leading to the selection of accessions with these interesting traits. ResultsThe results showed remarkable differences among tomato Greek accessions for overall ripening parameters (color, firmness) and weight loss. On the basis of their postharvest performance, a balance between short shelf life (SSL) and long shelf life (LSL) accessions was revealed. Metabolome analysis performed on 14 selected accessions with contrasting shelf-life potential identified a total of 206 phytonutrients and volatile compounds. In turn, transcriptome analysis in fruits from the best SSL and the best LSL accessions revealed remarkable differences in the expression profiles of transcripts involved in key metabolic pathways related to fruit quality and postharvest potential. DiscussionThe pathways towards cell wall synthesis, polyamine synthesis, ABA catabolism, and steroidal alkaloids synthesis were mostly induced in the LSL accession, whereas those related to ethylene biosynthesis, cell wall degradation, isoprenoids, phenylpropanoids, ascorbic acid and aroma (TomloxC) were stimulated in the SSL accession. Overall, these data would provide valuable insights into the molecular mechanism towards enhancing shelf-life and improving flavor and aroma of modern tomato cultivars.
Exploring the relationship between teacher growth mindset, grit, mindfulness, and EFL teachers’ well-being
Authors: He Jianyu , Iskhar Shisir , Yang Yan , Aisuluu Moldobaeva 
Published: September 2023

IntroductionThis study examines the relationship between teacher growth mindset, mindfulness, grit, and teacher well-being, with a particular emphasis on the mediating role of grit.MethodsThe study involved 547 Chinese EFL teachers as participants. Data collection utilized validated measures of growth mindset, mindfulness, grit, and occupational well-being. Structural equation modeling was employed to analyze the data and investigate the proposed relationships.ResultsThe findings reveal several important relationships. Firstly, both teacher growth mindset and teacher grit exhibit a direct positive influence on teacher well-being. Secondly, teacher grit acts as a mediator in the connection between teacher mindfulness and teacher occupational well-being. This suggests that the positive impact of mindfulness on well-being is, in part, explained by the presence of grit.DiscussionThese findings significantly contribute to our comprehension of the factors influencing teacher well-being. They underscore the importance of cultivating growth mindset, mindfulness, and grit in educational contexts. Moreover, the implications of these findings for teacher training and support programs are discussed.
Cognitive functions and sense of coherence in patients with carotid artery stenosis—Preliminary report
Authors: Piegza Magdalena , Dębski Paweł , Bujak Kamil , Jaworska Izabela , Gorczyca Piotr , Pudlo Robert , Żerdziński Maciej , Piegza Jacek 
Published: September 2023

BackgroundThere is scarcely any data in the available literature on the relationship between sense of coherence (SOC) and cognitive functioning, and no information on the relationship between SOC and cognitive parameters in patients with carotid atherosclerosis.AimThe aim of this paper was to determine the relationship of SOC measured prior to carotid artery stenting (CAS) with neurocognitive functioning in patients with carotid atherosclerosis 12 months after CAS.MethodsA total of 35 patients with carotid atherosclerosis completed the SOC-29 Orientation to Life Questionnaire (SOC-29) and completed a cognitive test battery twice, i.e., before (baseline–T1) and 12 months after stent implantation (follow-up–T2). Selected cognitive functions such as memory, attention, perception, visuospatial and executive functions and non-verbal fluency were assessed.ResultsOne year after the procedure, patients with a higher SOC and sense of manageability present better performance in visual memory. Higher SOC and sense of meaningfulness are positively related to the speed of understanding the changing rules of card sorting (WCST).ConclusionHigher overall SOC and a component of sense of meaningfulness and manageability may be related to better cognitive functioning 1 year after the procedure.
IMPLEMENTATION OF THE BEST EMPLOYEES SELECTION IN WANAPOTENSI GUNA (WPG) COMPANIES USING TOPSIS METHOD BASED ON WEBSITE
Authors: Suseno Beka , - Suyanto 
Published: September 2023

The number of employees at PT. Wanapotensi Guna will make it difficult for companies to find the best employees, the aim is to improve employee performance to be better every year, the best employee selection is held. The problem that occurs in the process of selecting the best employees so far is that data processing is still manual so it takes a long time. Based on the problems above, the researcher provides a solution to make a decision support system for selecting the best employees using the Topsis method and the Waterfall development method and the programming language used is PHP. Results with DSS for selecting the best employees at PT. Wanapotensi Guna can also minimize the risk of losing employee data, making selection evaluation criteria. the best employees according to predetermined criteria,

Keywords :SPK,Best Employee, Topsis, Waterfall .Php.
Who am I as an Entrepreneur? Exploring Formation of Entrepreneurial Identity
Authors: Elvekrok Ingunn , Tobiassen Anita 
Published: September 2023

This paper explores how participation in accelerator programs, which are aimed at scaling ventures, influences the self-perceptions of the participants. An entrepreneur’s identity is considered important in both theory and practice, but few studies have investigated how the identities of entrepreneurs/founders are affected by their participation in a program that is aimed mainly at the venture and not the person behind the venture. By providing access to resources, mentorship, and support, which help entrepreneurs test hypotheses and problems, as well as identify markets and business models for their ventures, an accelerator helps entrepreneurs increase their confidence, skills, and knowledge. These factors are important because they enable entrepreneurs to better understand themselves and their perceived opportunity space and choice of actions. Data were collected through in-depth interviews with 14 entrepreneurs that had participated in two different accelerators with slightly different programs. The findings indicate that the accelerators influenced both the personal identify and role identity of the participating entrepreneurs. However, the impact of the accelerator varied according to the self-perceptions of the entrepreneurs’ pre-participation and how far they had come in developing their business concepts. Their admittance to an accelerator in itself boosted their identities. We found no difference between the private accelerator program (PA) and the governmental program (GA). The paper contributes to the literature on entrepreneurial identity formation and the effects of accelerators.
Design Thinking Driven Innovations in Organisation as a Result of the Groundswell Effect
Authors: Jurisova Vladimira , Piatrov Igor 
Published: September 2023

According to the OECD, soft skills and abilities such as analytical and creative thinking, the ability to organize time and manage a stressful situation, working in teams, working with information, critical thinking, communication skills, initiative, programming and technological design, complex problem solving are currently important for employment on the labor market. The need to secure and implement new techniques and methods leading to innovation are becoming a necessity for every organization. It is Design Thinking that provides an approach towards the creation of innovations, and its use and application can be beneficial in the search for effective solutions to problems occurring across different organizations. The contribution focuses on the interpretation of the Design Thinking application in the field of innovation in the university environment as a result of the groundswell effect from the labor market and consumer environment. The interest of every organization is prosperity and offering services and products that best meet the needs of customers. If the organization does not succeed, its reputation and prosperity are at risk. It is the innovations driven by Design Thinking that make it possible to create better solutions that can repair, maintain and continuously improve the reputation of the organization. The first part of the paper focuses on the explanation of the groundswell effect and the Design Thinking concept, its process and phases from problem identification, idea generation, prototyping and testing to the final implementation of the solution, as well as its tools and techniques. The second part of the paper will focus on the concrete examples presentation of the Design Thinking usage in the field of improving university education, as the forms and methods that students use in university education are just as important as the content they acquire through their studies. The paper also presents inspiring examples of innovations in the university environment that arose as a result of design thinking workshops.
Innovation in hotel enterprises during the Covid-19 pandemic and the Ukraine conflict. Poland: case study
Authors: Krzysztof  
Published: September 2023

Entrepreneurship is one of the most important components of the modern market economy. Important features of entrepreneurship include expansiveness, innovation and the ability for companies to adapt to changing environmental conditions. These elements are also noticeable in the case of hotel companies, which are among the oldest types of business entities operating in the world. Innovation in hospitality contributes to the improvement of competitive market positioning, as well as effects on the interest of customers. The aim of the publication is to discuss current examples of innovative activities of hotel companies. The article takes into account the significant impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and the war in Ukraine on innovations within these enterprises. For the purpose of achieving the objectives of the publication, the Polish hotel market was taken into account. The subject of the publication concerns an important issue of innovation in the hotel industry. The hotel sector has been particularly affected by unexpected changes in the economic environment. However, despite the difficult situation and uncertain future, the Polish hospitality still provides the examples of innovative activities worth discussing. The motives for choosing the subject of the publication are also the author's personal scientific interests, as well as a limited number of the references on this subject, especially from the most recent period. The paper describes and discusses the concept of innovation, especially in the hotel sector. The examples of the innovative activities in the Polish and foreign hotel companies are described. The most important achievements and successes in this field are presented. The article poses the following research thesis: The Covid-19 pandemic and the war crisis have not significantly affected innovation in the hotel companies in Poland. The article was created using book materials, journals, and netographic information. The research method used in the publication is the analysis of the existing data and literary criticism. The results of the research positively verify the thesis.
Nextcoa: How and Entrepreneurial University can Transform the Cocoa Industry Towards Circularity
Authors: Pedraza-Avella Aura , Carreno-Ramirez Roque , Acosta-Medina Katherin 
Published: September 2023

As the economy has evolved from being driven by physical capital to knowledge and entrepreneurship, the role of the university has also evolved over time; besides its responsibility to generate technology transfer and knowledge-based startups, universities have broadened to focus on enhancing entrepreneurship capital and facilitating behavior to prosper in an entrepreneurial society (Audretsch, 2014). This article talks about Nextcoa, an academic spin-off initiative which wants to revolutionize the cocoa industry by modernizing the production and transformation of the fruit to obtain the traditional chocolate, but also using the current waste to produce new goods and services. The research question is focus on how challenging is for a Colombian entrepreneurial university to contribute to circularity, trying to produce sweeteners and biopolymers obtained from cocoa mucilage that can be used to produce and package chocolates, replacing sugar cane and plastic bags, while gives use to a residue that is currently wasted. First, it is explained the development process of new products from Nextcoa since its conception. Then, an analysis of external conditions for the cocoa sweetener and biopolymer is done, using the Porter diamond model. In third place, it is presented an internal capabilities profile of Nextcoa. Finally, the challenges for the new products to be successful in the market are synthesized, thus contributing to the circularity of the cocoa industry. As main results, it is obtained that there is an important technological limitation in obtaining the cocoa mucilage to produce the sweetener and biopolymer as well as in the little knowledge and management of biotechnological processes of those involved in the cocoa value chain. On the other hand, there is a significant demand for plastics and sweeteners for chocolate production and packaging, and a prevailing need to reduce related contamination and consumption of sugar cane for health issues. Also, being produced by an academic spin-off gives good-will to Nextcoa products but, given the bureaucracy typical of a public university in Colombia, it can mean complications for doing business. Finally, cocoa biopolymer and sweetener would have an interesting market, especially if they can be produced at a competitive cost.
Public funding and Innovation – NITEC: The Portuguese case
Authors: Oliveira Susana , Azevedo Carla , Azevedo Mónica 
Published: September 2023

The topic of innovation and of economic development is unavoidable in national and international policies, as those are also fundamental to the daily life of firms and universities, as well as for each one of us as an element of change. To modern economies, innovation is crucial for the firms’ performance. Therefore, governmental entities have built and endorsed initiatives and programs to promote innovation in firms. The European Innovation Scoreboard (European Commission, 2022) states that EU Innovation performance has increased by “about 10%-points since 2015 and there has been noticeable progress in the EU’s global position”. Public funding is ultimately a political instrument to increase the number of resources allocated to innovation activities. Financial subsidies have been the main instrument used by most of OECD countries to stimulate research and development activities (Gonsáles & Pasó, 2008). In this sense the aim of this paper is to understand what the outputs of an innovation incentive instrument in Portuguese firms were, considering internal innovation processes. Moreover, after the pandemic crisis, innovation became even more a critical topic, since the technological transformation has accelerated and from those derived transformations in human capital, technology, and technological access, to name a few. According to the Global Competitiveness Report 2020 countries should “expand public investments in R&D”, as well as “create incentives that favour patient investments in research, innovation and invention” (Schwab, Klaus, Sahidi, 2020, p.6). It is important to consider the impact of political strategies and orientations have on the promotion of firms’ innovation capacity and the way it is translated into innovation. In the scope of this study, it was select an incentive program to innovation, translated into the establishment of research and technologic development nuclei (NITEC- Núcleos de Investigação e Desenvolvimento Tecnológico – NITEC) on firms. This paper attempts to highlight the need to different and more qualitative approaches on the impact of public funding on innovation in private firms. It investigates the Portuguese case, since it was here that the RDI (research, development and innovation) norm was created and has a direct link with public funding strategies.
THE DEPRESSION SYMPTOMS OF THE CHARACTER NIC SHEFF IN THE FILM BEAUTIFUL BOY BY FELIX VAN GROENINGEN.
Authors: Aziz Nazwa Aliya 
Published: September 2023

The title of this research is Depression Symptoms of Nic Sheff in Beautiful Boy by Felix Van Groeningen. The research aims to find out the symptoms of Nic Sheff's depression in the film Beautiful Boy by Felix Van Groeningen. The problem in this study focused on the symptoms of depression of Nic's character, which analyzes the symptoms of depression through 6 aspects of depression according to Beck and Alford. The method used in this research is descriptive qualitative method in which presents the data in descriptive form. The approach used is a literary psychology approach while researchers use reading and note-taking techniques as data collection techniques. The data in this study used are dialog and scene cuts derived from primary data sources, namely the film Beautiful Boy by Felix Van Groeningen. Secondary data sources are obtained from reference books or documents related to the object of research. The data collection technique used is to collect data using reading and note-taking techniques. Based on the final results of the research conducted on the film Beautiful Boy shows that Nic there are symptoms of depression faced by the main character, namely emotional aspects, cognitive aspects, motivational aspects, physical aspects, delusions, and hallucinations.
Development of n-alkylammonium terephthalate immobilized sheet for facile measurement of spatial distribution of gaseous OH radical (OH)
Authors: Hosokawa Teppei , Tohnai Norimitsu 
Published: September 2023

Abstract

n-Alkylammonium terephthalate immobilized sheets enable the facile measurement of gaseous OH radical (OH). In this study, we have clarified the preparation conditions of the sheets to further improve the detection performance of OH. The fluorescence response to OH tended to increase with shorter alkyl chain lengths of the n-alkylamines, with bis(n-octylammonium) terephthalate (nOA-TA), an organic salt with an alkyl chain length of 8, exhibiting the best response performance. Furthermore, the smaller the pore size of the membrane filter immobilizing nOA-TA, the better the fluorescence response performance to OH. Finally, we developed a procedure for converting the fluorescence image of the nOA-TA immobilized sheet exposed to gaseous OH into an HTA/TA ratio map. This makes it possible to quantitatively visualize the spatial distribution of gaseous OH two-dimensionally.
SISTEM PENGAMBILAN KEPUTUSAN PENENTUAN MUTASI PENDIDIK DAN TENAGA KEPENDIDIKAN MENGGUNAKAN METODE WEIGHTED PRODUCT (WP) PADA DINAS PENDIDIKAN KOTA MALANG
Authors: Husni Mochamad , Lestari Elvira Verdhi 
Published: September 2023

The Education Department of Malang City conduct a policy of mutation educators and educational personnel at the elementary school level by putting aside some aspects of relevance because of the shortage of employee causing conflict and various reasons candidates not doing of mutation, in addition to the a policy of mutation must continue to run the distribution of the quality of education. This study aims at the realization of a system that can help the field of Educators and Educational Personnel in Education Department of Malang City to provide solutions in the form of employee recommendations for further policy can be taken according to standard needs mutation. The decision support system method used in this research is the Weighted Product (WP) method in which each candidate of mutation will be determined based on the weight of the school data, employee data and the criteria data specified by the Education Department of Malang City, with calculations based on normalization (Wi) , multiplication until the powers of numbers to get the final rating (Vi). Data collection methods used were interviews and literature studies. The result of research of decision support system of determination of mutation of educator and educational personnel using method of Weighted Product (WP) at Malang Education Department built to give solution in the form of recommendation of employees from each school who recommended most feasible proposed to the a policy of mutation by the Education Department of Malang City. Keywords: Decision Support System, Employee Mutation, Education Department, Weighted Product Method, Elementary School