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Shalom In Social Media Marketing, Jill Risner, Thomas Betts

Journal of Religion and Business Ethics

This paper will examine social media and the ways in which it currently does and does not contribute to shalom through an examination of both the platforms themselves as well as the content shared through them. As Christ’s ambassadors in the world and the primary funders of social media, marketers have power and an obligation to consider social media’s impact on shalom in the world and to use it in ways that contribute to shalom. This paper will provide several recommendations of how marketers can do this including posting content that intentionally contributes to shalom, engaging on platforms that support …

Effect Of Benzalkonium Chloride And Chlorhexidine On The Antibiotic Susceptibility Of Pseudomonas Aeruginosa, Thitinan Phutthilertmethawee, Potjanee Srimanote, Pholawat Tingpej

Asian Medical Journal and Alternative Medicine

Introduction: The transmission of Pseudomonas aeruginosa can be controlled using biocides such as benzalkonium chloride (BKC) and chlorhexidine (CHX). However, debates continue over whether biocide exposure contributes to the development of antibiotic resistance.

Objectives: To investigate the impact of BKC and CHX exposure on the development of antibiotic resistance in P. aeruginosa.

Methods: The minimal inhibitory concentrations (MICs) of P. aeruginosa PAO1 (ATCC27853) and 15 clinical isolates against BKC and CHX were determined. The bacteria were grown in media containing subinhibitory concentrations (SICs) of these biocides for five consecutive passages. MICs for ciprofloxacin, ceftazidime, and gentamicin, …

Prevalence Of Coronary Artery Calcification In Non-Ecg Gated Staging Chest Ct Scans Of Patients With Primary Lung Cancer, Warit Tarathipmon, Wattanai Amnuaysin

Asian Medical Journal and Alternative Medicine

Introduction: Patients with primary lung cancer have an elevated risk of cardiovascular disease, which requires further assessment. In which, a non-ECG-gated chest CT scan performed for lung cancer staging may be used to reveal coronary artery calcification.

Objective: The objective of this study was to determine the prevalence of coronary artery calcification using a non-ECG gated staging chest CT scan in patients with primary lung cancer.

Methods: A retrospective review of fifty-one patients with primary lung cancer and at least one staging chest CT was carried out from May 1, 2020, to August 31, 2021, in Thammasat University Hospital. The …

Self-Assessment Of Ophthalmology Competency Among Thai Medical Interns, Pakornkit Phrueksaudomchai, Passawut Tokeaw

Asian Medical Journal and Alternative Medicine

Introduction: Ocular issues encountered in general practice significantly impact patients’ health and quality of life. However, Thai medical undergraduate programs dedicate only 1-2 weeks to ophthalmology rotation, potentially impacting students’ knowledge, skills, and confidence in managing patients with eye problems. Despite this potential concern, limited empirical evidence on students’ competency exists. This study investigates the knowledge, skills, and confidence of medical interns in ophthalmology to inform curriculum development within Thailand’s medical schools.

Objectives: To evaluate ophthalmology competency of Thai medical interns through self-assessment questionnaires.

Methods: A cross-sectional descriptive design was used to survey 160 medical interns who graduated from Thai …

Mapping Human Rights Obligations In Investment Treaty Arbitration: Decoupling By Tribunals, Animesh Das

Indian Journal of International Economic Law

The progressive approach of investment arbitration tribunals in some recent cases represents a gradual development in reconciling human rights law and international investment law. This position finds support in recent scholarly literature, through analyses of cases such as Urbaser, Bear Creek Mining and David Aven. What if the reality is otherwise? For decades, investment arbitral tribunals have maintained a grey area governing the relationship between human rights law and international investment law. The institutional caution has resulted in the decoupling of these two normative orders. Consequently, investment treaty arbitrations face a legitimacy deficit in their ability to uphold human rights …

The Quest For The Survival And Influence Of Business Associations In A Turbulent Environment: Lessons From Tanzania, Goodluck Charles, Donath Olomi

Business Management Review

This article investigates the driving force of business associations (BAs) in their attempt to influence policy regarding political and economic governance in Tanzania. On the basis of the collective action theory, new institutional economics (NIE) and historical analysis of 21 BAs, it is evident that they are driven by the evolutionary extensions of international ecosystem capabilities, the ability of BAs' leadership to change with the government agenda, the political ideology and their experience and competence to dialogue with the government. The article contributes to the collective action theory and the NIE literature by demonstrating that BAs take collective action to …

Employee Involvement And Operational Performance Of Private Hospitals In Uganda: The Mediating Role Of Knowledge Management, Tibesigwa Warren, Juma J. Masele, Gerald Magova

Business Management Review

This study examines the mediating effect of knowledge management on the relationship between Employee Involvement and Operational Performance of hospitals in Uganda. A cross-sectional survey was conducted on 53 private general hospitals and primary data obtained. Data analysis was done using Partial Least Squares - Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) to test the study hypotheses. Results showed that employee involvement had an insignificant direct relationship with Operational Performance. Results further indicated that knowledge management had a positive significant effect on Operational Performance. More so, knowledge management fully mediated the relationship between employee involvement and Operational Performance. Hospitals were advised to create …

Assessing The Drivers Of Customer Delight And Loyalty In Tanzanian Online Banking: An Integrative Framework, Ismail Kinogo, Dev Jani, John Mwakyusa

Business Management Review

This study aimed to empirically validate the theory of customer delight in the specific context of online banking in Tanzania, enhancing both theoretical comprehension and practical applications. This study examines how problem-solving, sociality, enjoyment, and transaction speed drive customer delight and loyalty among online banking customers in Tanzania. A deductive research approach was applied, collecting survey data from 391 qualified online banking customers in Tanzania through self-administered questionnaires in a convenience sample. Data were analyzed using Smart-PLS version 4.0 for measurement and structural model assessment. The findings reveal a significant positive influence of efficient problem-solving, sociality, enjoyment, and transaction speed …

The Influence Of Provision Of Public Services On Tax Compliance In Smes: Mediating Role Of Tax Morale, Menchidia Rwabunywenge, Mariamu Nchimbi, Said Juma Suluo

Business Management Review

This study investigates the relationship between the provision of public services, tax morale, and tax compliance in small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Tanzania. A cross-sectional research design was employed, using a sample of 479 SMEs from Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, with data collected through self-administered questionnaires. Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) was used to test the hypotheses. The results indicate that the provision of public services has a significant positive effect on tax compliance, with tax morale acting as a partial mediator in this relationship. This suggests that taxpayers’ perceptions of the quality of public services influence their intrinsic motivation …

Assessing The Potential For Tanzanian Exports In The African Continental Free Trade Area, Mesia Ilomo

Business Management Review

In 2019, the Africa Union launched the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), one of the largest pro-development regional trade arrangements (RTAs) in the world. Despite the broad promises, the potential trade benefits of AfCFTA to specific African countries is not crystal clear. We employ a gravity model and the Pseudo Poisson Maximum Likelihood (PPML) estimator to establish the existence, magnitude, and change of Tanzania export potential in 49 African markets. The results show existence of export potential in 38 markets, and inexistence of export potential in 11 markets. Out of 38 markets with export potential, Tanzania has high export …

Examining The Influence Of Digital Platforms On Purchase Decisions Of University Students In Tanzania, John Philemon Mwakyusa, Linda N. G. Nderumaki

Business Management Review

This study analyses the influence of the dimensions of digital platforms on the purchase decisions of university students in Tanzania. The study was based on an explanatory research design governed by the Theory of Planned Behavior. Data was collected through closed-ended questionnaires administered to 354 university students and analysed using Structural Equation Modeling through SmartPLS 4 software. The results indicated that all three dimensions: Consumer Attitude, Consumer Trust, and Consumer Presence positively and significantly influenced students' purchase decisions on digital platforms. Managerial implications suggest that firms prioritise enhancing user trust, adopting a refined approach to engagement, improving user experience, and …

Prevalence Of Abortifacient Disorders In Small Ruminants: A Comprehensive Review, Abdul Saboor, Qudratullah Kalwar, Muhammad Mohsen Rahimoon, Hubdar Ali Kolachi, Sajad Ali Laghari, Asmatullah Kaka, Rafique Ahmed, Fayaz Hussain, Taj Muhammad, Atthar Uddin

Journal of Bioresource Management

Abortifacient disorders in small ruminants present a serious problem for livestock farmers, leading to financial losses and lower production rates. This review examines both infectious and non-infectious factors that cause abortions in goats (Capra hircus) and sheep (Ovis aries), which are crucial animals in rural farming practices. Infectious causes, such as bacteria (Brucella melitensis, Chlamydia abortus, Coxiella burnetii), viruses (bluetongue, border disease), and parasites (Toxoplasma gondii), are major factors in reproductive health problems, resulting in considerable livestock losses. Additionally, non-infectious factors like poor nutrition, toxins, and genetic issues also contribute to these …

Operating Fund Budget/ Expenditure Summary Report 2024-25, Csusb Budget Office

University Budget Office records

No abstract provided.

Portable Personal Air Monitor, Samreen Zabiulla, T Jaya Soumya, Vaishnavi N, Pronama Biswas, Belaguppa Manjunath Ashwin Desai

Manipal Journal of Science and Technology

Cities around the globe are facing ever-increasing challenges to air quality, posing serious risks to public health due to high levels of particulate matter and various pollutants. Addressing these challenges requires a multifaceted strategy, including strict regulations, sustainable urban planning, and adopting cleaner technologies. To tackle these issues, we developed a portable personal air monitor designed to effectively assess environmental conditions. This innovative device incorporates a range of sensors and a filtration system to measure concentrations of different pollutants. What sets it apart is its unique design inspired by the human lung, utilizing a diaphragm vacuum pump to mimic the …

Prefatory Matter

Richmond Public Interest Law Review

No abstract provided.

Identifying Factors Of Consumer’S Purchase Intention On E-Cars, Dhita Nur Maulida, Fatya Alty Amalia

ASEAN Marketing Journal

Manuscript type: Research Article

Research Aims: To evaluate the factors that can shape attitudes to use and purchase intentions for e-cars, either directly or through mediating variables.

Design/methodology/approach: Data were collected through a quantitative approach by administering a survey to 410 respondents, both those who already owned an e-cars and those who did not. Analyzed using the Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) method.

Research Findings: The output shows that Performance Expectancy and Social Influence significantly influence Attitude Toward Using and Purchase Intention. Meanwhile, Facilitating Condition positively affects Attitude Toward Using, but requires the mediation of Attitude Toward …

Exploring The Dynamics Of Umbrella Brand And House Of Brand Strategies On Organizational Performance: A Comparative Analysis, Olalekan Ezekiel Ajayi

ASEAN Marketing Journal

The study examined the impact of dimensions of Umbrella Brand and House of Brand Strategies (brand awareness, customer trust, Brand Message, and Brand decision) on Organizational Performance. A sample of 109 Marketing managers and representatives within the Coca-Cola Company in Ido, Lagos Mainland. Data analyse both descriptive and inferential statistics using the IBM-SPSS version 27. There was significant prediction of brand awareness on organizational performance F(1, 99) = 302.14, R² = 0.46; pcustomer trust on organizational performance F(1, 99) = 102.24, R² = 0.46; pbrand awareness on organizational performance F(1, 99) = 88.15, R² = …

The Empowerment Of Consumers With Disabilities: The Role Of Self-Esteem, Accessibility, And Access To Information, Megawati Simanjuntak, Fauzia Rahmi, Santi Utami Dewi

ASEAN Marketing Journal

Consumer empowerment in Indonesia remains relatively low, particularly for individuals with disabilities. This study investigates the roles of accessibility, self-esteem, and information access in empowering disabled consumers. A total of 100 participants with physical disabilities, aged 17 and older, were surveyed regarding their online and offline purchasing experiences. Data were collected via an online questionnaire and analyzed using SEM PLS. Results indicate that self-esteem and information accessibility significantly influence the empowerment of consumers with disabilities, with the Disabled Consumer Empowerment Index categorized as "not empowered." Notably, the knowledge dimension received the lowest scores based on a traffic-light system. These findings …

Full Issue, Iajbs Ateneo De Manila University

Journal of Management for Global Sustainability

No abstract provided.

Comparison Of Fish And Macroinvertebrate Communities In Natural And Constructed Wetlands In The Red River Basin In Texas And Louisiana, Justin L. Rea

Biology Theses

This project plans to compare and contrast wetlands in northeast Texas and western Louisiana within the Mississippi River basin through sampling avian, fish, macroinvertebrate, amphibian, and reptile communities as well as hydrology, soil chemistry, and periphyton/algae biomass. The portion of the project that this study focuses on evaluated the fish and macroinvertebrate assemblages and their relationships within easement, natural and agricultural wetland types. A total of 15 wetlands were sampled consisting of 10 easements, 4 natural, and 1 agricultural wetland. The objectives of this project were to compare and contrast fish and macroinvertebrate assemblages in order to begin creating a …

Community Perceptions On Ecotourism Development In Sebangau National Park, Central Kalimantan, Indonesia, Lisna Yulianti, Yun Pratiwi, Susan M. Cheyne, Andi Muhammad Kadhafi

Journal of Indonesian Tourism and Policy Studies

Sebangau National Park (SNP), Central Kalimantan, Indonesia, is home to the world’s largest contiguous population of orangutans (Pongo pygmaeus wurmbii) and a vast number of other fauna and flora. Ecotourism is a developing activity in this region and has the support of regional and national governments and possibilities for local, national and international tourism are extensive. In this case study we investigate perceptions of the local community in the village of Kereng Bangkirai to ecotourism through the following topics: 1) Ecotourism Development, 2) public tourist presence and visits, 3) how involved local people are in SNP management, 4) …

The Analysis Of Maratua Island Tour Package As A Main Destination In Pt. Kakaban Trip, Mazayahalwa Erta Pranoto

Journal of Indonesian Tourism and Policy Studies

ABSTRACT

Indonesia is an archipelagic country that has many marine tourism destinations. One of the most popular marine tourism is Maratua. This study aims to find out what are the attractions of Maratua that make Maratua the most popular tour. In addition, it also aims to find out the marketing strategy and constraints on the Maratua tour package. The research method used is qualitative research with data collection techniques, namely observation, interviews, and literature studies. The results of this study reveal that the main attraction in Maratua is the marine biota and its resorts which are similar to the Maldives. …

Factors Affecting Early Marriage In Dau District, Malang Regency, Agus Tiyaningsih, Endyka Erye Frety, Rize Budi Amalia, Budi Prasetyo

Preventia: The Indonesian Journal of Public Health

Indonesia still in 8th largest early marriage rate in the world. Many factors cause early marriage to occur, therefore this study aims to analyze the factors that influence early marriage in Dau District, Malang Regency. To analyze the factors that influence early marriage in Dau District, Malang Regency. The design of this study was observational analytic use Cross Sectional approach. The population in this study were women who married in 2022 in Dau District of Malang Regency, amount 511 women and the sample were 60 women. The independent variables in this study are education, family income, surrounding cultural beliefs, peers, …

The Effect Of Digital Flipbook On The Behavior Of Using Light Fire Extinguisher In X Hospital Workers, Nadiyah Hanun Afifah, Marji Marji, Erianto Fanani, Supriyadi Supriyadi

Preventia: The Indonesian Journal of Public Health

Based on data from the Indonesian National Police, there were 5,336 fire cases from May 2018 to July 2023. In October 2021 Hospital X experienced a fire in the Pharmacy Building. The easiest fire protection tool to use is light fire extinguisher. In order for workers to understand the use of light fire extinguisher, it is necessary to carry out training. Light fire extinguisher training can be carried out by providing digital flipbooks via WhatsApp. This study aims to determine the effect of digital flipbooks on fire extinguisher use behavior in X Hospital workers. The research method is True Experiment …

Descriptions Of Adolescent Holistic Knowledge About Hiv/Aids At State Islamic Junior High School 2 Jember, Chilmiyatur Rosidah

Preventia: The Indonesian Journal of Public Health

HIV/AIDS is a global health issue, with the number of sufferers tending to increase each year. In 2015, there were 30,935 new HIV cases, and by 2020, this number had risen to 41,987 cases, indicating a 35.77 percent increase in new cases between 2015 and 2020. Adolescents constitute one of the groups vulnerable to HIV/AIDS due to a lack of holistic knowledge on the subject. Knowledge related to HIV/AIDS is crucial for adolescents, as the adolescent phase is characterized by an increase in hormone production, which may trigger risky sexual behavior. This study used a qualitative descriptive method with Focus …

Legal Provisions And Administration Of Land Disputes In Kiteto District, Ca. 1970s – 2000s: The Missing Linkage, Juma Marmo

Zamani: A Journal of African Historical Studies

There have been a series of legal interventions on land use in the post-colonial Tanzania to create a good land administration and management in order to end land use conflicts. Scholarship on the legal aspect of land use indicates that legal interventions did not provide lasting solutions to land use conflicts because of their structural and systemic arrangements. In addition, existing scholarship has little focus on the linkage between law enforcement machinery, the peoples’ level of understanding on land laws, and the occurrence of land use conflicts. This paper discusses the violation of laws by peasants, pastoralists, and government officials …

The Homecoming Readings On Theater Inside Syria, Mona Merhi

Regards

This research focuses on theater inside Syria during the decade following the Syrian revolution. It examines the theatrical aesthetics of prominent experiences while attempting to understand the impact of everyday life challenges and the internal conflicts on Syrian theater. I argue that similar challenges may create post-conflict theatrical forms that are informed by a certain sense of allegiance to the city and the art form of the stage. While borrowing Diana Taylor’s concept of multiple allegiances and strategies of doubling and staying the same, the present scholarship looks into the decision of staying inside Syria as both an aesthetic framework …

Defining The Undefined: Exploring The Concept Of Situationship Among Filipino Adolescents, Cassy Franchezka D. Deniega, Trisha Carrie A. Revillo, Chrizelle M. Villanueva

Sinaya: A Philippine Journal for Senior High School Teachers and Students

Situationship, a term that has gained significant attention through media exposure, has become increasingly common in contemporary dating culture. Despite its growing prevalence, there remains a need for a clear and contextualized meaning of situationship, especially among Filipino adolescents. This study seeks to provide a definitive and nuanced definition of situationship, contextualize this emerging concept in modern dating, and contribute to the existing literature on relationship dynamics. Focus group discussions anchored on a descriptive phenomenological research design were conducted among 15 Filipino adolescents aged 18 to 20 years old and were considered to fall under the late adolescence group. Participants …

Mitigating Financial Waste In The U.S. Healthcare System: An Ai-Driven Framework For Real-Time Fraud Detection In Medicare And Medicaid, Umma Twaha

Finance, Economics, and Data Analytics

The financial waste associated with fraud, abuse, and inefficient claims processing remains a significant challenge to the sustainability of the United States healthcare system, specifically in Medicare and Medicaid programs. The traditional fraud detection systems are mostly reactive, and they are unable to cope up with the increasing volume and complexity of the healthcare claims data. The recent developments in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) present the potential of improving the process of detecting fraud by applying real-time surveillance and predictive analytics. This paper will discuss the perception of stakeholders on the problem of financial waste in the U.S. …

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Criterion: A Journal of Literary Criticism

No abstract provided.