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Critical Factors of Cloud Computing Adoption in Organizations: An Empirical Study

Using extended Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) this study attempts to assess empirically crucial factors affecting cloud computing adoption intentions. It explores security, availability and compliance related challenges in cloud computing and makes the necessary recommendation which can help to mitigate the risk in cloud computing. A framework was developed to test the effect of security, availability of cloud service provider and compliance related factors on cloud computing adoption intentions mediated by perceived ease of use (PEOU) and perceived usefulness (PU) A questionnaire for the factors was developed to collect the data from 280 companies in information technology, manufacturing and finance sectors in India. The data was analyzed using exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses. Further, structural equation modelling using AMOS 20.0 was used to test the proposed model. The empirical results show that cloud computing adoption intention is determined by PU and PEOU. Further, PU is found to be significantly influenced by PEOU. Risk as well as availability and support are found to be significant on PEOU. In addition, threat, risk, vulnerability and compliance are found to be significant on PU. The model can be used as a guideline to ensure a positive outcome of the cloud computing adoption in organizations. The findings offer cloud computing users with a better understanding of how security, availability of cloud service provider and compliance related factors affect cloud computing adoption intentions. It also provides relevant recommendations to achieve conducive implementation environment for cloud computing adoption. This study is an attempt to explore and develop model for cloud computing adoption intentions that was theoretically grounded in the TAM.
Arabidopsis Regenerating Protoplast: A Powerful Model System for Combining the Proteomics of Cell Wall Proteins and the Visualization of Cell Wall Dynamics
Venue: Proteomes

The development of a range of sub proteomic approaches to the plant cell wall has identified many of the cell wall proteins. However, it remains difficult to elucidate the precise biological role of each protein and the cell wall dynamics driven by their actions. The plant protoplast provides an excellent means not only for characterizing cell wall proteins, but also for visualizing the dynamics of cell wall regeneration, during which cell wall proteins are secreted. It therefore offers a unique opportunity to investigate the de novo construction process of the cell wall. This review deals with sub proteomic approaches to the plant cell wall through the use of protoplasts, a methodology that will provide the basis for further exploration of cell wall proteins and cell wall dynamics.
Men with Sexual Problems and Their Partners: Findings from the International Survey of Relationships
Venue: Archives of sexual behavior

Epidemiologic studies of sexual function problems in men have focused on the individual male and related sociodemographic characteristics, individual risk factors and lifestyle concomitants, or medical comorbidities. Insufficient attention has been given to the role of sexual and relationship satisfaction and, more particularly, to the perspective of the couple as causes or correlates of sexual problems in men or women. Previously, we reported results of the first large, multi national study of sexual satisfaction and relationship happiness in 1,009 midlife and older couples in five countries (Brazil, Germany, Japan, Spain, U.S. For the present study, we examined, within each problem, the association of four major sexual problems in men (loss of sexual desire, erectile problems, premature ejaculation, delayed/absent orgasm) and multiple problems, with male and female partners' assessments of physical intimacy, sexual satisfaction, and relationship happiness, as well as associations with well known health and psychosocial correlates of sexual problems in men. Sexual problem rates of men in our survey were generally similar to rates observed in past surveys in the general population, and similar risk factors (age, relationship duration, overall health) were associated with lack of desire, anorgasmia, or erection difficulties in our sample. As in previous surveys, there were few correlates of premature ejaculation. As predicted, men with one or more sexual problems reported decreased relationship happiness as well as decreased sexual satisfaction compared to men without sexual problems. Moreover, female partners of men with sexual problems had reduced relationship happiness and sexual satisfaction, although these latter outcomes were less affected in the women than the men. The association of men's sexual problems with men's and women's satisfaction and relationship happiness were modest, as these couples in long term, committed relationships were notable for their relatively high levels of physical affection and relationship happiness.
Personality Traits, Sexual Problems, and Sexual Orientation: An Empirical Study
Venue: Journal of sex marital therapy

Personality traits, namely neuroticism, have been suggested as vulnerability factors for the development and maintenance of sexual dysfunction in heterosexual samples. However, no evidence was found regarding homosexual samples. This study aimed to analyze the differences on personality traits between heterosexual and homosexual men and women with and without sexual problems. Participants were 285 individuals (142 men, 143 women) who completed a web based survey. Participants answered the NEO Five Factor Inventory, the Brief Symptomatology Inventory, and questions regarding sexual problems. The groups of men and women with and without sexual problems were matched for sociodemographic variables. A 2 (Group) x 2 (Sexual Orientation) multivariate analysis of covariance was conducted separately for each gender. Results indicated a significant main effect for group and for sexual orientation in male and female samples. Men with sexual problems scored higher on neuroticism, whereas women with sexual problems scored higher on neuroticism and lower on extraversion when compared with healthy controls, regardless of sexual orientation. In addition, gay men scored higher on neuroticism and lesbian women scored higher on conscientiousness compared with the heterosexual groups. The present findings emphasize the central role of neuroticism on sexual problems in both men and women regardless of sexual orientation.
Positive and Negative Affect During Sexual Activity: Differences Between Homosexual and Heterosexual Men and Women, With and Without Sexual Problems
Venue: Journal of sex marital therapy

Empirical research suggests that emotional response during sexual activity discriminates between sexually functional and dysfunctional heterosexual men and women, with clinics presenting lower positive and higher negative affect. However, there is no evidence about the role of emotions in gay men and lesbian women with sexual problems. The present study analyzed affective states during sexual activity in homosexual and heterosexual men and women, with and without sexual problems. Participants in this study were 156 men and 168 women. A 2 (group) x 2 (sexual orientation) multivariate analysis of variance was performed. Participants completed a web survey assessing sexual functioning and the Positive Affect Negative Affect Scale. Findings indicated a main effect of group, with groups with sexual problems reporting significantly more negative and lower positive affect compared with men and women without sexual problems, regardless of sexual orientation. However, findings have also shown an interaction effect in the male sample with gay men, contrary to heterosexual men, reporting similar affective responses regardless of having a sexual dysfunction or not. Overall, findings emphasize the role of affective responses during sexual activity in men and women with sexual problems, suggesting the importance of addressing emotional responses in assessment and treatment of sexual problems in individuals with different sexual orientations.
Steel fiber reinforced self compacting concrete thin slabs Experimental study and verification against Model Code 2010 provisions

This paper reports the experimental results of 11 full scale thin plates (dim. 4200 x 2500 x 80 mm3) 8 slabs containing three types of fiber reinforcement (2 types of high strength fibers, one added in two different contents) were tested first. Then, one slab cast with traditional reinforced concrete was tested and used as a reference slab. Finally, two slabs were produced with a typical rectangular opening, which determines a disturbed stress region: the first one was cast in classical reinforced concrete (RC) whereas the second by suitably combining fibers and rebars under a hybrid reinforced concrete (HRC) perspective. Results show that these slender plates, undergoing light loads, might be an effective structural application in which fibers could represent the unique flexural reinforcement. In presence of disturbed regions due to openings, frequent in practice, a suitably combination of rebars and fibers is proposed and discussed. Emphasis on cracking phenomena and energy absorption capacity is provided. A comparison with the requirements of the fib Model Code 2010 for members containing only fibers is subsequently discussed.
Implementing the Free Water Protocol does not Result in Aspiration Pneumonia in Carefully Selected Patients with Dysphagia: A Systematic Review
Venue: Dysphagia

The Frazier Free Water Protocol was developed with the aim of providing patients with dysphagia an option to consume thin (i.e. unthickened) water in between mealtimes. A systematic review was conducted of research published in peer reviewed journals. An electronic search of the EMBASE, CINAHL and MEDLINE databases was completed up to July 2016. A total of 8 studies were identified for inclusion: 5 randomised controlled trials, 2 cohort studies with matched cases and 1 single group pre post intervention prospective study. A total of 215 rehabilitation inpatients and 30 acute patients with oropharyngeal dysphagia who required thickened fluids or were to remain 'nil by mouth' as determined by bedside swallow assessment and/or videofluoroscopy/fiberoptic endoscopic evaluation of swallowing, were included. Meta analyses of the data from the rehabilitation studies revealed (1) low quality evidence that implementing the protocol did not result in increased odds of having lung complications and (2) low quality evidence that fluid intake may increase. Patients' perceptions of swallow related quality of life appeared to improve. This review has found that when the protocol is closely adhered to and patients are carefully selected using strict exclusion criteria, including an evaluation of their cognition and mobility, adult rehabilitation inpatients with dysphagia to thin fluids can be offered the choice of implementing the Free Water Protocol. Further research is required to determine if the Free Water Protocol can be implemented in settings other than inpatient rehabilitation.
Temel tasarim egitimi: Bir ders plani ornegi

At many architecture and planning schools, in the first year there is a compulsory course on basic design in which fundamentals of abstract representation of reality in 2D and 3D are taught. In general, the basic design course introduces Gestalt theory and its principles of design. Although this is a basic introductory course, the content is usually not properly organized. Links to the theory are generally weak, and it is frequently offered intuitively, leaving students confused in most cases. This article first explores different approaches used in basic design education at a number of universities. Second, the learning process and studio environment are discussed. Finally, an attempt is made to provide a coherent framework for basic design course. OZ Turkiye ve Dunyada bircok Mimarlik ve Planlama okulunun ilk senesinde zorunlu Temel Tasarim dersi verilmektedir. 2 ve 3 boyutlu soyut temsil yontemlerinin ogretildigi bu derste genelde Bauhaus okulunun algi psikolojisinden uyarladigi Gestalt tasarim prensipleri uygulanir ancak bu baglanti her zaman cok acik degildir. Dersin studyo ortaminda verilmesi, kritik alma sureci ve juri degerlendirmesi ogrencilere yabanci gelmektedir. Sezgisel ogretme metodlari kullanildigi icin universite egitiminin ilk doneminde ogrencilerin en zorlandigi derslerden biridir. Bu makalede oncelikle Temel Tasarim dersinin yapisi ve isleyisi anlatilmaktadir. Sonra, Bauhaus okulunun yansimasi olarak yaygin bicimde devam eden Temel Tasarim dersindeki farkli yaklasimlar incelenmistir. Gestalt prensipleri ve ilgili Temel Tasarim terim ve kavramlari tartisilmistir. Etkili bir temel tasarim dersi icin bir ders plani ornegi verilmistir. Anahtar sozcukler: Temel tasarim egitimi; Gestalt ilkeleri ve uygulamalari.
A Reliable Wireless System for Water Quality Monitoring and Level Control
Venue: Netw. Protoc. Algorithms

With the ever increasing growth in population water quality monitoring has become a critical issue in the recent years. Water quality monitoring is very important for aquaculture, waste water management, drinking water treatment, water distribution system, and other environmental applications. Recently numerous researchers have been initiated to build wireless system for water quality monitoring (WSWQM) The two fold objectives of WSWQM are (a) monitoring of water quality from a remote location with minimum supervision, and (b) initiating immediate corrective actions to maintain the required water quality standard. In this paper we present a system model for WSWQM. In this system we integrate a number of sensors, transmitters, receiver, myRIO microcontroller, and IEEE 802.11 Wi Fi technology. The sensors generate water quality data including pH, conductivity, and temperature. The real time data are then sent wirelessly to a local control unit for analyzing, recording, and displaying. The system is also able to send alarm messages automatically to a remote management center when water quality fails to meet the required standard. In order to ensure high accuracy and reliability we use industry standard sensors and instruments to implement this system.
Discrimination Between Normal and Cancerous Cells Using AFM
Venue: BioNanoScience

Currently, biomechanics of living cells is in the focus of interest due to noticeable capability of such techniques like atomic force microscopy (AFM) to probe cellular properties at the single cell level directly on living cells. The research carried out, so far, delivered data showing, on the one hand, the use of cellular mechanics as a biomarker of various pathological changes, which, on the other hand, reveal relative nature of biomechanics. In the AFM, the elastic properties of living cells are delivered from indentation experiments and described quantitatively by Young's modulus defined here as a measure of cellular deformability. Here, the AFM studies directly comparing the mechanical properties of normal and cancerous cells are summarized and presented together with a few important issues related to the relativeness of Young's modulus.
The impact of project management (PM) and benefits management (BM) practices on project success: Towards developing a project benefits governance framework

Benefits management (BM) and project management (PM) are two interrelated approaches to the success of projects. The literature, however, still lacks empirical evidence of the value of applying BM practices. Hence, it is aimed to test the impact of BM practices on the success of investments in projects, taking into consideration the impact of PM practices on that success. Since the results, based on 200 valid responses, suggest that a significant proportion of organisations adopt PM and BM concurrently, SEM was used. PM practices were not only found to influence project management success but also to affect project investment success. However, BM is found to be less significant and to have less impact on project investment success. Nevertheless, the probability of project success is enhanced significantly when PM and BM practices are combined together. Therefore, a governance based framework is developed to uncover the interweaving relationship between the two practices.
Multi level agile project management challenges: A self organizing team perspective
Venue: J. Syst. Softw.

Self organizing teams are closely involved in project management activities.High team involvement in project management leads to new challenges.We present the multiple levels of agile project management challenges.Relationships between challenges at different levels were also identified.Teams and managers need to address these challenges in order to be effective. Agile software development advocates self organizing teams that display high levels of autonomy. Self organizing agile teams are meant to share project management activities such as estimation, planning, and requirements elicitation with managers and customers. While prior literature has explored some individual management related issues, little is known about how the high involvement of self organizing agile teams influences everyday project management activities. Through a Grounded Theory study involving 21 agile practitioners across six software companies implementing scrum and XP, we identified a set of eight project management challenges as experienced by and as a result of self organizing agile teams at multiple levels. These include delayed/changing requirements and eliciting senior management sponsorship at the project level; achieving cross functionality and effective estimations at the team level; asserting autonomy and self assignment at the individual level, and lack of acceptance criteria and dependencies at the task level. A mapping between the emergent challenges and standard project management activities is also presented. The article also shares practical implications and guidelines for agile teams, their managers, and customers for overcoming some of these challenges.
The agility construct on project management theory

Definitions of agility found in the project management (PM) and agile project management (APM) disciplines are inconsistent, incomplete and lack clarity. This paper presents a complete definition of the agility construct, built from a combination of systematic literature review and frame semantics methodology. A survey with 171 projects with different innovation levels and industry sectors combined with factor analysis was used to first validate the construct. The results show that the agility construct is cohesive and useful in different PM contexts. The implications for advancing the PM theory and practice are threefold: i) agility should be considered a team's performance, rather than a mere adjective for practices and methods; ii) agility, as a performance, might be dependent upon a combination of organization, team and project factors; and iii) the agility performance level can be measured within two main factors: rapid project planning change and active customer involvement.
Evaluating the destination attractions from the point of experts' view: An application in eskisehir

Tourists decide to travel based on the internal forces, but their decisions about destination choice are affected by the attractions of the destinations. In other words, destinations draw the visitors with their attractions. It is important for the destination managements to understand why tourists prefer to visit a destination. Therefore, the aim of this study is to identify relative importance of attraction criteria for Eskisehir, one of the most important destination centers located in the Central Anatolia Region in Turkey. With this aim the survey was conducted with tourism destination experts employed in universities, hotels, tourism agencies and public sector, and attraction criteria were prioritized in terms of their relative importance via Analytic Hierarchy Process, one of the mostly used Multi Criteria Decision Making (MCDM) approach. The results indicate that man made attractions (touristic purpose) are the most important criteria. According to the importance level other criteria are listed as; natural attraction, superstructure and non touristic purpose man made attractions respectively. Although natural attraction and superstructure take in the second and third rank out of four, they have really similar weights. Apart from this, "parks, gardens and picnic areas" and "museum and galleries" were found as the two most important sub criteria, respectively. Theoretical and practical implications and future research suggestions are also discussed.
Assessment of Tourism Resource Potential at Buriram Province, Thailand

The objective of this paper is to assess the resource potentials for tourism and potential tourist destinations in the province of Buriram, Thailand. Buriram province is located in the North eastern part of Thailand, about 410 km northeast of Bangkok. Indicators and evaluative standards for resource potential assessment were determined, and altogether the total of 31 sites were assessed by a simple weighted score method, one of the popular methods for evaluating the potential of tourism sites. The total number of indicators used was 45. The results revealed that eight sites were categorized into the natural tourist destination, ten sites were the historical tourist destination, ten sites were the cultural tourist destination, and another three were the sport recreational tourist destination. These three sport recreational sites, known as I Mobile Stadium, Chang International Circuit, and Play La Ploen Boutique Resort and Adventure Camp, were the latest attractions because there were built within the last five years, but consequently have become among the most popular tourist attractions in the area. The site assessment revealed that tourism sites in Buriram province had a potential overall score of 2.23 (moderate level) from the highest score of 3.00. Approximately 39% of the total tourism sites have higher potential. According to the analysis of sites and tourism activities, Buriram is highly suitable for the educational tour in historical and cultural sites, and sports destination.
Between Traditional and Modern: Thermal Tourism in Turkey

Turkey has long been among the most favorable destinations of the world for tourists due to its ideal location, very rich natural and cultural tourism attractions, and increasing tourism investments. The major part of this tourism demand comes from mass tourism. As similar developments are experienced around the world, the motivations affecting the movements of tourists from their places of residence to other places have started to change and diversify in Turkey. Thermal tourism, classified as part of health tourism, is a type of alternative tourism in Turkey that is known for growing in importance and in demand. In recent years, the number of modern thermal tourism facilities has increased in Turkey, especially to meet the growing demands of foreign tourists. This chapter aims at evaluating the development of thermal tourism in Turkey from a historical perspective by analyzing its present situation, spatial distribution, and problems. The data used in this study have been obtained from the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, Turkish Statistical Institute (TurkStat) and World Tourism Organization. The increase in the number of thermal tourism facilities in Turkey will contribute to the diversification of tourism in the country, increased demand for tourism, expansion of the tourism market, and improving Turkey's image in the international arena.