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Capital Planning, Selection, And Investment (Integrating Sustainability In Decision-Making), Marinilka B. Kimbro, Eric W. Wehrly

Journal of Management for Global Sustainability

Inspired by Pope Francis’s call for a new journey that instills the importance of conservation and care for the environment, we propose a practical model that mathematically incorporates sustainability issues into capital planning, selection, and investment. Evidence suggests that managers apply net present value (NPV) methodologies in a way that disadvantages environmentally sustainable investments. If an NPV model does not consider the costs and risks of non-sustainable projects, then the potential benefits of alternative sustainable investments will appear much less valuable than present costs. Sustainable investments also often require larger initial investments with long-term benefits and distant cash flow time …

Faith-Based Socially Responsible Enterprises: Selected Philippine Cases, Aliza D. Racelis

Journal of Management for Global Sustainability

Faith-based organizations (FBOs) have long played a role in international development and are increasingly involved in sustainability initiatives. Since they are motivated by a distinctive set of values, have particular modes of operation and governance, and hold a unique place within communities and the larger society, these organizations are poised to be distinctively successful and sustainable. In the case of the Philippines, the situation is unique in the sense that there are a large number of Christian business leaders and entrepreneurs who put their faith “to the plow.” Based on a review of the literature on faith-based social enterprises as …

Gaze-Contingent Displays For Interactive Text Enhancement, Divya Bajaj

Graduate Masters Theses

Eye trackers are used for measuring a person’s eye movements, for example, while reading text on a screen. This information can be used by scientists to study the human visual system during object recognition or text comprehension. Moreover, engineers can build gaze-controlled interfaces that trigger a variety of actions when the user looks at pre-specified icons on a screen. In my research, I studied how gaze-contingent displays can be used to enhance the information that is provided by texts. First, I implemented a simple scripting language that allows even users without programming experience to set up gaze-contingent text displays. The …

Effect Of Natural Blue-Green Algal Cells Lysis On Freshwater Quality, Kessy Kilulya, Titus Msagati, Bhekie Mamba

Tanzania Journal of Science

Blue-green algae grow in freshwater bodies when they are provided with suitable factors such as nutrients and appropriate weather conditions. Their cell lysis occurs naturally when they encounter unfavourable conditions.  This study reports on the types and amounts of fatty acids added into freshwater due to the algal cell lysis. The investigation on the amount of fatty acids released into water due to algal cells lysis was performed by placing samples in two compartments, one with no light allowing the algae cells to die while the other compartment was kept in favourable conditions enough to sustain the life of algae. …

Toward A Theory Of The Arts And Sustainability, Nancy Bertaux

Journal of Management for Global Sustainability

To make real progress on what can only be classified as environmental emergencies, we need a wide base of public consensus for action given that public motivation and involvement is a prerequisite for policymakers to implement what our scientists urge us to do. In this light, crucial thresholds of public motivation and involvement can be created by reaching into the hearts of individuals, an area of competitive advantage for the arts. Efforts to enhance understanding in this arena, however, must incorporate sufficient complexity given highly complex and inter-related challenges in sustainability. This article thus presents a theoretical framework for the …

Comparative Analysis Of The Dissolution Performance Of Aspirin Tablets In The Usp Apparatus 2 And In A Minivessel Dissolution System, Annmarie C. Walker

Theses

Dissolution testing is a critical component of quality control procedures in the pharmaceutical industry in order to ensure that the final solid dosage forms have consistent dissolution properties. Dissolution tests are also routinely conducted to evaluate the in-vitro performance of solid dosage forms during pharmaceutical development, to aid in the behavior of formulations, and to optimize drug release from dosage forms.

The use of compendial dissolution test apparatus and techniques, such as the USP 2 (Paddle), to characterize the dissolution performance of oral drug delivery system is an established area of pharmaceutical science. However, this method is not always appropriate, …

Tulang Fauna Vertebrata Di Situs Gua Kidang, Blora, Jawa Tengah, Ghufron Hidayatullah

Paradigma: Jurnal Kajian Budaya

The research discusses the utilization of vertebrate fauna at the Kidang Cave site to identify the types and variations of vertebrate animals as subsistence and their respective habitats. The analysis was also instrumental in defining the natural landscape of Kidang Cave during the prehistoric era. Faunal fragments were previously analyzed and identified taxonomically and anatomically. The analysis started with re-sortation of faunal bone fragments, classifying and further analyzing the data to obtain the number of identified specimens for each taxon (NISP) and the minimum number of individuals (MNI). From 8,265 bone fragments, only 1,378 were anatomically and taxonomically identifiable. The …

“Kekerasan Dapat Dimaknai Berbeda-Beda”: Ragam Pemaknaan Atas Kekerasan Terhadap Perempuan Dalam Praktik Gerakan Sosial Aliansi Laki-Laki Baru, Febi Rizki Ramadhan

Paradigma: Jurnal Kajian Budaya

This article examines the variety of meaning towards violence against women in Aliansi Laki-laki Baru’s social movement practice as a social movement that focuses on issues regarding male engagement in ending violence against women and achieving gender equality. Using ethnographic methods, I argue that social movement, particularly Aliansi Laki-laki Baru, could not be understood as monolithic and homogeneous entity because its participants could have various meanings on violence against women. While violence against women could be contextualized as Aliansi Laki-laki Baru’s main focus, participants in ALB could construct their own meaning on ‘violence against women’ as a sociocultural phenomenon. Furthermore, …

Carbon Fiber Electrodes For In Vivo Neural Recording, Esma Cetinkaya

Theses

Multi-channel micro electrodes for neural recording is a growing field that thrives on novel materials and fabrication techniques offered by micro fabrication technology. The material and the design of microelectrodes have a critical role on the quality of neural signals recorded. The neural signals collected by chronic implantation of these devices in experimental animals reveal new information about the brain functions and guide the development of new diagnostic and treatment options for neurological disorders.

Ideally, a microelectrode should meet two important criteria: longevity after implantation and minimal tissue insult. Carbon fibers` high tensile strength and flexibility allow fabrication of micro-scale …

Improvisational Teaching For Emergent Bilinguals, Denchai Prabjandee

Journal of Educational Research and Innovation

The present collaborative ethnographic case study was design to explore teaching practices for English Language Learners (ELLs) in the United States, hereafter called "emergent bilinguals" (García, 2009). Through the theoretical lens of ethnographic vulnerability (Behar, 1996), I conducted 40-hour observations, four interviews, and artifact collections. By using an impressionist tale writing style throughout this article (Maanen, 2011), this paper presents the journey of an elementary school teacher who tries to employ classroom practices, teaching strategies, and assessments to educate emergent bilinguals. Drawing on ethnographic data, I propose an effective teaching approach called improvisational teaching. This teaching approach may be beneficial …

Bioregionalism As A Key To Secure Central Asial, M. R. Edelstein

International Relations: Politics, Economics, Law

The article is devoted to studiying framework for addressing the negative legacy and environmental challenges faced by the region that open doors to a sustainable future, with an emphasis on the Aral Region and water, food security and contamination and a focus on bioregionalism, strong sustainability and creating positive interdependencies. The article discusses the concept of Bioregionalism into the discourse offers an alternative frame for approaching this ecologically frail region.

Ict Use By Smallholder Farmers In Rural Mozambique: A Case Study Of Two Villages In Central Mozambique, Kathlee Freeman, Fridah Mubichi

Journal of Rural Social Sciences

This study adds to the empirical evidence of information and communication technology (ICT) use by smallholder farmers in Sub-Saharan Africa. The study draws on qualitative data collected from eight focus groups segmented by gender and consisting of adult farmers in two villages in central Mozambique. Special attention was given to the types of ICTs that farmers have access to and the dissemination of agriculture information through various ICTs. Findings indicate that the characteristics of ICTs explain why cell phone and radio use is prevalent, while access to television remains limited. The type of information accessed also varied by ICT type, …

Livestock-Livelihood Linkages In Uganda: The Benefits For Women And Rural Households?, Elizabeth Ransom, Carmen Bain, Iim Halimatusa'diyah

Journal of Rural Social Sciences

Livestock are an important component of rural households and gendered livelihood practices throughout sub-Saharan Africa. Widespread within the development literature is the belief in the livestock ladder, with poorer households often owning small stock and wealthier households owning large stock, with the assumption that poor households can utilize livestock to build their asset base and over time this would allow poorer households to expand from small stock to large stock, and in so doing climb the livestock ladder. There is also an assumption in the literature that women are more likely to oversee small stock. In addition, some well-known agricultural …

Effect Of Mobile Telecommunication Technologies On Globalization Of Nigerian Rural Areas, O. A. Lawal-Adebowale

Journal of Rural Social Sciences

The globalization of a country is today measured with respect to indices of globalization such as the Maastricht Globalization Index (MGI) and the Konjunkturforschungsstelle (KOF). These indices of national globalization often have an urban bias. This study however explores the extent to which these international measures include rural environments of the globalizing country. Application of the MGI/KOF indices for determination of the Nigerian rural environment inclusion in globalization showed that the country’s rural communities were mainly integrated technologically by virtue of telephony (communication technology) penetration of rural areas. An attempt to modify the MGI/KOF globalization indexes for rural inclusion showed …

The Policy Of Truth: A Comparative Study Of Transitional Justice Between The Rwandan Gacaca Court And The Extraordinary Chambers In The Courts Of Cambodia, Robert Theiring

California Western International Law Journal

No abstract provided.

Paddy Crop Disease Diagnosis Expert System Design Using Fuzzy Logic, D K Sreekantha

Manipal Journal of Science and Technology

Food Agriculture Organization (FAO) has reported that India is one of the largest food grains producing country. The paddy production/hector of land which is highest in Egypt is 9.5, while India is producing only 2.9. India’s lower paddy productivity/hector and higher cost for production indicates that there is scope for improvement in many aspects of paddy crop production. The researchers have carried out a survey on the diagnosis of diseases on paddy crop using expert systems and aimed at designing a prototype expert system for coastal regions of India. This paper presents an interactive expert system model that identifies the …

Accountability In Policing: How Complicity Perpetuates Institutional Injustice And Inequities In The United States And South Africa, Aditi Juneja

California Western International Law Journal

No abstract provided.

Fake News: The Commoditization Of Internet Speech, Brittany Vojak

California Western International Law Journal

No abstract provided.

A Proposal For Fda Label Regulations And Uniform Certifications For Organic Non-Food And "Natural" Products, Allyson Bartolomeo

Barry Law Review

No abstract provided.

December 30, 2017 (Pages 7823-7914), Pennsylvania Legislative Reference Bureau

Volume 47 (2017)

No abstract provided.

General Design Procedure For Free And Open-Source Hardware For Scientific Equipment, Shane W. Oberloier, Joshua M. Pearce

Department of Materials Science and Engineering Publications

Distributed digital manufacturing of free and open-source scientific hardware (FOSH) used for scientific experiments has been shown to in general reduce the costs of scientific hardware by 90–99%. In part due to these cost savings, the manufacturing of scientific equipment is beginning to move away from a central paradigm of purchasing proprietary equipment to one in which scientists themselves download open-source designs, fabricate components with digital manufacturing technology, and then assemble the equipment themselves. This trend introduces a need for new formal design procedures that designers can follow when targeting this scientific audience. This study provides five steps in the …

Molecular Characterization Of Multidrug-Resistant Klebsiella Pneumoniaeand Escherichia Coliharbouring Extended Spectrum Beta-Lactamases Andcarbapenemases Genes At A Tertiary Hospital, Kenya, Daniel Maina, Gunturu Revathi, Andrew C. Whitelaw

Pathology, East Africa

Background: Multidrug-resistant (MDR) Gram negative rods are increasingly being reported in sub-Saharan Africa. Molecular investigations play an important role, alongside other measures, in controlling nosocomial infections attributed to these organisms.

This study aimed to determine the common extended spectrum beta-lactamases (ESBL) and carbapenemases genes, and clonal relationship in MDR Klebsiella pneumoniae and Escherichia coli.

Methods: Fifty-four MDR isolates collected at the Aga Khan University hospital, Nairobi in the month of August 2012 formed the study. These were picked after an increase in the number of resistant strains during the said period was experienced.

Results: blaCTXM was present in 41 (74%) …

Effectiveness Meniran ( Phyllanthus Niruri Linn ) As Immunomodulation Onlymphocyte Of Broiler Infected With Enterotoxin Escherichia Coli Resistant Antibiotics, Retno Sri Wahjuni, Emy Koestanti Sabdoningrum, Sri Hidanah

Jurnal Vokasi Indonesia

Enterotoxin Escherichia coli resistant to antibiotics on broiler. The used of antibiotics should be re- evaluated, as well as over Escherichia coli enterotoxin. Plants meniran (Phyllanthus niruri Linn) is a plant that can be used as an alternative prevention and treatment of diseases caused by Escherichia coli enterotoxin. In this research, broilers at the age of 23 days were divided into six groups. Two groups are positive control was infected by Escherichia coli and negative control was not infected by Escherichia coli. Three groups are extract of Phyllanthus niruri Linn. plant that variety in three dosage: 20%, 25%, 30% and …

Pengembangan Metode Analisis Agen Pengatur Keasaman Pakan Ternak Menggunakan Metode Kromatografi Cair Kinerja Tinggi, Ninis Kurnia Asih, Harmita Harmita, Baitha Palanggatan Maggadani

Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research

Quantitative analysis of organic acid in acidifier product is needed to maintain product effectiveness in repressing microbial growth and lowering feed and gastrointestinal tract pH. The aim of this research is determining the level of formic and lactic acid in two acidifiers from the market. Analysis were performed using reversed phase High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) with LiChrospher® 100 RP-18 column (250 x 4.0 mm, 5μm, Merck), buffer potassium dihydrogenphosphate 50 mM-TEA 0,5% pH 4,00 as mobile phase and flow rate 0,6 mL/min. Wavelength used in the analysis was 214 nm. Validation methods provide results of recovery by 98.02%-101.97% for …

Peran Perguruan Tinggi Dalam Menumbuhkan Budaya Anti Korupsi Di Indonesia, Putra Perdana Ahmad Saifulloh

Jurnal Hukum & Pembangunan

Post – reform, anti – corruption agenda into a central theme of law enforcement in Indonesia. Corruption is crime that has personality and characteristic as an extraordinary crime. To eradicate corruption, Parliament and Government have made regulation of legislation and formed corruption eradication institution. The institution that is still trusted by public for doing corruption eradication is Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK). KPK formed because the corruption eradication is done by police and prosecutor have not optimal. The effort which has been done by KPK, Prosecutor and Police is action effort that requires a big budget. Corruption eradication will never succeed …

Peruvian Antiquities And The Collecting Of Cultural Goods, Terrence H. Witkowski

Markets, Globalization & Development Review

Ancient art, artifacts, and architecture have long excited the intellectual curiosity and acquisitive passions of private and institutional collectors who, in turn, have funded archaeological research, preservation initiatives, and public education. Yet, the procurement of these goods also has encouraged looting and trafficking activities. Supplying collectors has destroyed much cultural evidence in source countries and has raised questions about who should control heritage and history. This article investigates the market for Peruvian antiquities, the surviving material culture created by the country’s inhabitants before the Spanish Conquest. It briefly reviews Peru’s early history and the history of collecting its artifacts, and …

Forall X: Introduction To Formal Logic, Version 1.40, P.D. Magnus

Philosophy Faculty Books

In formal logic, sentences and arguments in English are translated into mathematical languages with well-defined properties. If all goes well, properties of the argument that were hard to discern become clearer. This book covers translation, formal semantics, and proof theory for both sentential logic and quantified logic. Each chapter contains practice exercises; solutions to selected exercises appear in an appendix

In Re Csrba Case No. 49576 Subcase No. 91-7755 Clerk's Record Dckt. 45381

Idaho Supreme Court Records & Briefs, All

No abstract provided.

Establishes New Standards For Confinement Of Certain Farm Animals; Bans Sale Of Certain Non-Complying Products. Initiative Statute.

Initiatives

Establishes new minimum space requirements for confining veal calves, breeding pigs, and egg-laying hens; requires egg-laying hens be raised in cage-free environment after December 31, 2023. Prohibits certain commercial sales of specified meat and egg products from animals confined in non-complying manner. Defines sales violations as unfair competition. Creates good faith defense for sellers relying upon written certification by suppliers that meat or animal products comply with new confinement standards. Requires State of California to issue implementing regulations. Summary of estimate by Legislative Analyst and Director of Finance of fiscal impact on state and local government: Potential decrease in state …

In Re Csrba Case No. 49576 Subcase No. 91-7755 Clerk's Record Dckt. 45383

Idaho Supreme Court Records & Briefs, All

No abstract provided.