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Systematic Assessment Of The Literature On Healthcare Supply Chain Sustainability Practices And Methodological Trends, Yusta Simwita, Gladness Salema

Business Management Review

The ever-growing uncertainties and complexities in health supply chains attract the need to implement sustainability practices in their operations. This study applies a systematic literature review to conduct a comprehensive review from 2008-2023 to identify commonly used sustainability practices and methodological trends. After a comprehensive analysis, 31 articles were included in the final analysis. We observed that several sustainability practices in all three sustainability pillars had been implemented in the healthcare supply chain. This includes employee welfare and well-being, understanding and managing demand, and green practices. This review found that sustainable practices have great benefits, such as empowering employees and …

Performance Appraisal, Career Development And Employee Performance: Implications From Procurement Professionals, Richard Jaffu

Business Management Review

This study examined the mediating role of career development on the relationship between performance appraisal and procurement professionals ' performance. The study involved 204 procurement professionals from Dodoma city. It used cross-sectional survey design, where data were analysed using Structural Equation Modelling (SEM). The findings indicate that procurement professionals ' performance and career development are positively influenced by performance appraisal practices. The study also found out that career development has positive influence on procurement professionals ' performance. Finally, the study revealed that career development mediates the influence of performance appraisal on procurement professionals ' performance. The results imply that; procurement …

Foundation Of Revolutionary Topologies: An Overview, Examples, Trend Analysis, Research Issues, Challenges, And Future Directions, Florentin Smarandache

Neutrosophic Systems with Applications

We now found nine new topologies, such as: NonStandard Topology, Largest Extended NonStandard Real Topology, Neutrosophic Triplet Weak/Strong Topologies, Neutrosophic Extended Triplet Weak/Strong Topologies, Neutrosophic Duplet Topology, Neutrosophic Extended Duplet Topology, Neutrosophic MultiSet Topology, and recall and improve the seven previously founded topologies in the years (2019-2023), namely: NonStandard Neutrosophic Topology, NeutroTopology, AntiTopology, Refined Neutrosophic Topology, Refined Neutrosophic Crisp Topology, SuperHyperTopology, and Neutrosophic SuperHyperTopology. They are called avantgarde topologies because of their innovative forms.

The Effect Of The Beruang Game On Symbolic Thinking Ability And Logical-Mathematical Intelligence, Alif Kurin’Ain, Hermanto Hermanto

Jurnal Pendidikan: Teori, Penelitian, dan Pengembangan

Meneliti pengaruh permainan Beruang (Number Hunting) terhadap kemampuan berpikir simbolik dan kecerdasan logis-matematis anak PAUD. Hasil menunjukkan peningkatan signifikan pada kedua aspek dibanding kelompok kontrol.

(De)Humanization Of Physically Disabled Bodies In Borderlands 3, Natasha Talitha Anindya, Lastiko Endi Rahmantyo

Paradigma: Jurnal Kajian Budaya

The video game industry has played a role in both affirming and erasing stereotypes surrounding minorities, especially those with disabilities. This study aims to analyse Borderlands 3’s in-game narrative that represents physically disabled characters through their characterization, visualization, and individual character development in the main plot campaign, illustrating how positive representation helps fight common stigmas and negative stereotypes. By using Shakespeare’s social model of disability as a theoretical framework, the analysis will view the game as text to identify physically disabled characters and determine if they face discrimination in the in-game universe. Results show that characters with prosthetics are considered …

Regulators Are Exploring With Industry How To Strengthen Quality Risk Management Practices, With Revision Of Ich Q9 A Key Focal Point, ( Ipq )

Level 3

No abstract provided.

Annual Report, 2022-2023, Cal Poly Humboldt Library

Library Publications

Dean's Welcome
Look Closer: 3D Digital Herbarium
Dive Deeper:Sustainable Library Certification
Chart The Way: Discovering Humboldt Project
Grow Here: Children's Collection
Find Creative Paths: Hackathon
Document Stories: the Press at Cal Poly Humboldt
Expand Experience: Student Employment
Create Community: Makerspace
Preserve the Past & Advance the Future: Special Collections
Exchange Far & Wide: Resource Sharing
Look Forward

Genetic Loss Of Mir-205 Causes Increased Mammary Gland Development, Alessandra Cataldo, Douglas G Cheung, John P Hagan, Matteo Fassan, Sukhinder Sandhu-Deol, Carlo M Croce, Gianpiero Di Leva, Marilena V Iorio

Faculty, Staff and Student Publications

MiRNAs play crucial roles in a broad spectrum of biological processes, both physiological and pathological. Different reports implicate miR-205 in the control of breast stem cell properties. Differential miR-205 expression has been observed in different stages of mammary gland development and maturation. However, a functional role in this process has not been clearly demonstrated. We generated an miR-205 knockout in the FVB/N mouse strain, which is viable and characterized by enhanced mammary gland development. Indeed, mammary glands of miR-205

Role Of Urban Parks In Carbon Sequestration– A Case Study Of Safari Park, Karachi, Pakistan, Amna Bano, Minzah Shehzad, Hasnain Kazmi, Jamshaid Iqbal

Journal of Bioresource Management

Urban parks besides their recreational use can be the potential source of climate mitigation through carbon sequestration. Present study aims to identify the carbon sequestration potential of Safari Park which is by far the largest public park of Karachi established in 1970 covering an area of 0.72 km². A total of 153 individual trees belonging to 25 species and 14 families were included in the study. Five dominant species with highest Important Value Index (IVI) were Cocos nucifera (14.62 %), Azadirachta indica (14.21 %), Guaiacum officinale (9.93 %), Washington robusta (9.31 %) and Delonix regia (7.11 %). The …

Borophene And Graphene For Non-Enzymatic Biosensor- Ab-Initio Study, Omar A. Ismail

Theses and Dissertations

Non-enzymatic glucose sensing holds promise to overcome limitations associated with glucose oxidase, such as oxygen dependence and short shelf life. This study explores the potential sensing capabilities of borophene and graphene through direct interaction with various compounds, including β-glucose, uric acid, ascorbic acid, fructose, and acetaminophen. Using Density Functional Theory (DFT), we calculated binding energies and the respective Density of States (DOS) for these adsorbates on both graphene and borophene surfaces. Preliminary results suggest that borophene might exhibit nearly twice the affinity for β-glucose compared to graphene. Moreover, the calculated Density of States reveals distinct distortions in the electronic states …

Smart Missions That Enable Innovation In High-Risk Environments., Ed Hoffman

Level 3

This article is a lightly edited version of Ed Hoffman’s talk on to the 01-June-2023 seminar hosted by the PRST entitled ICH Q9(R1): The Next Frontier – An audience with international thought leaders exploring how the effective use of knowledge can enhance QRM outcomes to benefit the patient. Ed’s remarks are focused on the future of work, and the needs for relationships, storytelling, and understanding the mission to get the best out of our collective intelligence and navigate the future of work.

Morning Panel Discussion, Alice Redmond, Aidan Harrington

Level 3

No abstract provided.

Introducing Research Collaboration And Gmp Human Resource Development At Three Universities With Gmp Laboratories In Japan, Shingou Sakurai, Osamu Hiruta, Ryoko Naruse

Level 3

This paper summarises initiatives presented on June 1^st 2023 at a seminar during a visit to Technological University Dublin. The authors travelled from 3 universities in Japan to share some of the collaborative research, education and training initiatives developed by them,

In their presentation the authors gave an overview of the current situation of Knowledge Management and Quality Culture in Japan, highlighting some recent issues and challenges, and presented some initiatives under development to specifically address these challenges.

Industry/Regulator Dialogue On Knowledge Management Is Intensifying In Wake Of Ich’S Q12 Initiative, ( Ipq )

Level 3

No abstract provided.

Analysis Of Community-Based Pattern Of Water Demand And Supply, Ishaku Dibal Joshua, Abdullahi Chado Salihu, Ayuba Musa Mshelia, Nchedo Nnedinma Ubachukwu

Journal of Environmental Science and Sustainable Development

Gombi rural community of Adamawa state, Nigeria, has witnessed significant growth in human population, which has contributed to an increase in water demand. Thus, the study analyzed water demand and supply patterns in Gombi communities of Adamawa State, Nigeria. A structured questionnaire was used for data collection. Descriptive statistics such as mean and percentages and inferential statistics like Analysis of Variance (ANOVA), chi-square, and linear regression were adopted for the analysis. The results on socioeconomic characteristics showed that the majority were females, with low household income levels, large household sizes, and in their active ages. Hand-dug well water was the …

Conversion Of Cellulose To 5-Hydroxymethylfurfural As Sustainable Energy: A Bibliometric Analysis By Vosviewer, Royyan Faradis, Ardiansyah Bagus Suryanto, Irmina Kris Murwani

Journal of Environmental Science and Sustainable Development

The developments of the global economy and society impact resources and the environment. This condition requires an alternative to find new, safe, and sustainable energy types. The conversion of cellulose to 5-hydroxymethylfurfural (5-HMF) has become a significant area of research interest. It has triggered the development of research directions related to biomass and energy because it can be an intermediary source for making polymers, solvents, pharmaceuticals, and biofuels. The primary objective of this study is to give a bibliometric analysis of 1753 reports on the development of research on cellulose conversion to 5-HMF from 1965 to 2021. The data were …

Images Of Maps And Connotative Tendencies In Early Republican America, Kerr Houston

Art Inquiries

No abstract provided.

A Peculiar Natural Wonderland Of South China Sea: A Bird’S Eye View, Mohamad Nor Azra, Mohd Iqbal Mohd Noor, Juneta-Nor Abu Seman, Lee Seong Wei Dr

Journal of Environmental Science and Sustainable Development

The South China Sea research agenda has increased over the years. However, no scientometric studies have been performed on this topic, which has helped analyze the research on the South China Sea throughout many years. Thus, this study aimed to investigate the global findings of previous research on the South China Sea, development trends, and trending issues surrounding the sea. Literature was extracted from the Web of Science Core Collection (WOSCC) database, and the CiteSpace software was used to visualize the data analyzed. The survey included 12,755 articles. Overall, the number of publications increased annually. Acta Oceanologica Sinica and the …

The Role Of Live Streaming In Building Consumer Trust, Engagement, And Purchase Intention In Indonesian Social Commerce Thrift Clothes Sellers, Amyra Salsabela Yasser, Gita Gayatri

ASEAN Marketing Journal

Manuscript type: Research Article

Research Aims: Examine the relationship between shopping values consumers perceive during live streaming and their trust, engagement, and intention to purchase from Indonesian social commerce thrift clothes sellers.

Design/methodology/approach: Data was gathered through an online survey from consumers who have watched a live-streaming session of an online thrift clothes shop on Instagram. Data were analysed using covariance-based Structural Equation Modelling (SEM).

Research Findings: The output shows that only the utilitarian value of live stream positively affects trust in products and sellers. The variable engagement was only significantly affected by hedonic value. Additionally, the only …

The Effect Of Social Media Brand Engagement On Customer Brand Loyalty: A Study On Skincare Brands Customers In Indonesia, Dodi Ria Atmaja, Riska Ware Arum Sari

ASEAN Marketing Journal

Abstract

Manuscript type: Research Paper

Research Aims: This research aims to examine the impact of brand engagement on social media on consumer brand loyalty (BL), by investigating the moderating roles of brand co-creation, brand trust, and brand experience variables.

Design/methodology/approach: The study employed a purposive sampling method, involving 230 respondents. The data was analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM).

Research Findings: The results show that brand experience can moderate the impact of brand co-creation (BCC) on brand loyalty (BL). However, social media brand engagement does not always have a direct impact on brand loyalty (BL), suggesting that other factors may …

Disrupting Pedagogy: High School Students Making Sense Of The Flipped Learning Instructional Videos, Celeca A. Sukra

Journal of Research Initiatives

Technology has impacted every aspect of modern culture, including education. The influx of educational technology in schools presents opportunities to explore ways to engage students in the learning process fully. Although students may enjoy using technology in their daily lives, it is necessary to carefully consider how these students make sense of technology in the learning environment. Using the theoretical framework of constructivism, this Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA) aimed to understand and describe the lived experiences of three students using technology to learn in a flipped classroom at a New York City public charter high school. The significant findings reveal …

A Digital Qualitative Ethnographic Study Of Preservice Teachers’ Perspectives And Experiences Of Teaching From To-Be Teachers, Mohamed Abdullahi Ali

Journal of Research Initiatives

This digital ethnographic study aimed to understand how and why college students decide to be teachers while many trained teachers leave the profession every year in the United States. A purposive sampling technique enabled 30 prospective teachers in a college of education to participate in this study. The research questions that guided the study were: 1) How and why did preservice teachers choose teaching as a career? 2) How did preservice teachers' perception of the drawbacks of teaching and the opportunities to support them in becoming teachers influence their decisions? The conceptual framework to understand the phenomena came from educational …

The Impact Of Teacher Preparedness And Professional Development On Fourth-Grade Students' Science Achievement, Craig L. Mayo, Faye Bradley

Journal of Research Initiatives

Science scores among US fourth-grade students have declined compared to their international counterparts in recent years. Recent results show that teachers are the most impactful influence on student success and accountability. Teacher preparedness and professional development are two key areas that serve as indicators of providing relevant and essential information for students' success. A correlational quantitative study was conducted to assess the relationship between teacher preparedness and professional development on fourth-grade students’ science achievement. The TIMSS 2019 data were secured from the Boston College, TIMSS, and PIRLS International websites. The data was evaluated using the SPSS 27 Hierarchical Linear Regression. …

Covalent Inhibition Of Enzyme Sortase A As A New Pathway Against Bacterial Resistance Of Staphylococcus Aureus, Umyeena Bashir

Master's Theses

The continued rise of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, such as MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus), has made the discovery of novel antibiotics critical. While bacteriostatic and bactericidal antibiotics inevitably exert evolutionary pressure on bacteria to develop resistance, small molecules that target mechanisms of bacterial virulence present a promising alternative for treatment. Sortase A (Srt A), a cysteine protease of S. aureus, promotes bacterial virulence by covalently attaching proteins such as pilin to the bacterial surface, enabling bacterial adhesion to mammalian cells. Inhibitory studies of this enzyme have gained prominent interest as a new pathway for drug development since blocking this enzyme's ability to …

Oer About Open Access: A Brief Assessment, Jill Cirasella

Publications and Research

This report provides an overview of the Open Access collection curated for the Scholarly Communication Notebook (SCN) Hub on OER Commons, as well as an assessment of the existing body of open educational resources (OER) about open access (OA).

Hotel Digital Capability: Dimensionality And Measurement, Lingling Fan, Chaowu Xie, Jiangchi Zhang, Songshan Huang, Xuequn Wang

Research outputs 2022 to 2026

While the significance of Hotel Digital Capability (HDC) has been acknowledged in the literature, limited attention has been given to its measurement. This study endeavors to identify the dimensions of HDC and construct a reliable measurement scale. A combined approach of qualitative and quantitative methods across three studies was employed to achieve the research objectives. Study 1, grounded in interviews, delineated HDC as a multidimensional construct encompassing digital basic capability, digital integration capability, digital application capability, and digital optimization capability. Building on the four-factor model identified in Study 1, Study 2 formulated an 18-item scale with robust measurement properties. Additionally, …

The Relationship Between Bureaucracy And Developments In Management Accounting, 1700-2023: An Overview, Helena Costa Oliveira, Russell Craig, Lúcia Lima Rodrigues

Jurnal Akuntansi dan Keuangan Indonesia

Bureaucracy has co-existed with forms of management accounting [MA] from the time of ancient civilizations. In this paper, we review literature in a wide variety of scholarly journals and books to provide an overview of this co-existence. We trace the historical evolution of MA and how it was influenced by bureaucracy from 1700 to the present. We do so through four time periods, designated classical, modern, post-modern and contemporary. For each of these periods, evolving understandings of bureaucracy were linked to changes in the practice and conceptualization of MA. In the classical period (1700 – 1950), developments in MA corresponded …

Economic Valuation Model Of Vanname Shrimp Culture And Mangrove Rehabilitation, Elrin Meivian Mongi Mongi, Mahawan Karuniasa, Mufti Petala Patria

Journal of Environmental Science and Sustainable Development

The current climate change is caused by anthropogenic activities involving energy and industry usage that affect the temperature and climate of the Earth. The Paris Agreement on climate change is a commitment by some countries to act to address climate change by developing sustainably and emitting low levels of carbon dioxide (CO2). Changes in the oceans include temperature increases, acidification, and changes in currents, leading to decreased productivity in fishing and aquaculture. Integrated mangrove shrimp farming, known as silvofisheries, has been recognized as environmentally friendly cultivation. The implementation of silvofishery is a form of mangrove ecosystem management that integrates ecology …

Community Structure Of Sea Urchin As An Indicator Of The Ecological Balance Of Coastal Areas, Abdul Wahab Radjab, Intan Rabiyanti, Fiqih Muharby

Journal of Environmental Science and Sustainable Development

Sea urchins, soft-shelled invertebrates (Echinoderms), crucially contribute to cleaning the ocean bottom. However, sea urchins in tropical waters like Indonesia have not yet been fully disclosed. This study was conducted at Hutumuri and Rutong waters, Ambon City. This study assessed physical-chemical parameters, sea urchin species composition, classification, and community structure. Employing the Line Transect method with 5x5 m quadrants and 50m transect spacing, data analysis included density, relative density, frequency of presence, diversity, uniformity, and dominance indices. Results indicated normal temperature and salinity at both stations, supporting sea urchin life, with rocky and sandy substrates deemed suitable. A total of …

Sustainable Transportation In Southeast Asian Countries: Implementation Of Green Transport, Nafrah Maudina, Eko Priyo Purnomo

Journal of Environmental Science and Sustainable Development

Metropolitan cities face escalating reliance on private transportation, exacerbating traffic congestion and air pollution. To address these issues, promoting eco-friendly alternatives like Mass Rapid Transit (MRT), Bus Rapid Transit (BRT), and electric vehicles is crucial. This study aims to explore the integration of green transportation to achieve Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), utilizing bibliographical analysis with VOSviewers tools. Scopus-indexed articles (2010-2022) were scrutinized using keywords: "Green Transportation," "Manila," "Bangkok," "Jakarta," and "Sustainable Development Goals."Findings reveal the adoption of green transportation in Manila, featuring electric motorbikes, bicycles, and the transformation of private transport into e-jeepneys. Bangkok showcases electric ships for water transport …