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The Development Of Player Movement In Women's Professional Sports: Using The Nwsl's Groundbreaking New Cba To Inform The Future Of The Wnba's Player Movement Model, Oliver Canning

UNH Sports Law Review

No abstract provided.

"Access Granted": Analyzing The Growing Use Of Biometric Data Collection At Sports Facilities, Patrick Doll

UNH Sports Law Review

No abstract provided.

U.S. Olympic Grievance And Arbitration Rules That Affect Athlete Welfare, Benjamin Barger

UNH Sports Law Review

No abstract provided.

Terror: The Dark Aesthetics Of Technology, Klaus Schnitzer

LASER Journal

Why is one drawn to the sleek shapes of missiles, fighter planes and massive bombers whose bellies can unleash formidable destruction?

There is an undeniable beauty in designs that once were the epitome of engineering and technology - the equivalency of speed, agility and precision. But this aestheticization of weapons of mass destruction cannot blind one to the ultimate purpose of these sleek objects, be it aggressive or defensive.

Sme Marketing Performance: A Mixed-Method Study On Resilient Compositional Capability, Sugianto Sugianto, Ramadania Ramadania, Wenny Pebrianti

Asia Marketing Journal

This study examines how Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in developing markets achieve marketing performance through resilient compositional capability despite resource constraints. Using data from 435 SMEs in West Borneo, Indonesia, and employing a mixed-method approach, we find that marketing innovation, government support, and organizational ambidexterity positively influence resilient compositional capability. Our results show that while government support and organizational ambidexterity directly impact marketing performance, marketing innovation's effect is mediated by resilient compositional capability. Furthermore, we find that resilient compositional capability significantly mediates the relationship between all independent variables and marketing performance, validating the Composition-Based View's (CBV) premise that firms …

K Means Clustering Analysis For Chinese Tourists' Segmentation On Duty-Free Personal Luxury Goods Purchasing Intentions In The Asia-Pacific Region, Feng Hui, Piang-Or Loahavilai, Nopasit Chakpitak, Tirapot Chandarasupsang

Asia Marketing Journal

This study explores Chinese tourists' purchase intentions for personal luxury goods in Asia-Pacific duty-free shops using an integrated Affect Behavior Cognition (ABC) model of attitude, incorporating subjective norms. Factor analysis and K-means clustering were employed to segment the market based on demographics and purchasing behavior. Three distinct customer segments emerged: the ``All-Participation Group'' highly involved in all purchasing decision factors, focusing on product performance, price, and shopping convenience; the ``Product-Oriented Group'' prioritizing product performance and cost-effectiveness, with a preference for convenient search channels; and the ``Perceived Control & Promotion Group'' influenced by promotions, cautious about product damage, and favoring easy …

How Implicit Theories Can Enhance Or Reduce Charitable Behavior, Yoni Yoon, Jongwon Park

Asia Marketing Journal

Whether real or merely conceived, the distance to beneficiaries impairs individuals' generosity. This makes it important, both theoretically and practically, to identify factors that can promote prosocial behavior toward distant others. The present research identifies implicit self-theories (i.e., individuals' lay beliefs about the malleability or fixedness of human attributes–-incremental vs. entity theory) as one such factor. Four experiments demonstrate that incremental (vs. entity) theory enhances charitable behavior to distant others by decreasing perceived social distance toward them. We also show that this effect attenuates when the beneficiary is socially close, as consistent with the mediation mechanism. Furthermore, by combining the …

A Study On Consumer-Avatar Interactions In The Metaverse: Implications For Marketing Strategies, Sunmin Kim, Ji Hyeon Heo, Ji Hee Song

Asia Marketing Journal

The metaverse, expected to grow into a trillion-dollar market by 2030, is driving global investments across technology, economy, and even education. This research examines the interactions between consumers and avatars, a core element of the metaverse, to understand their influence on consumer identity, behavior, and attitudes. Based on the self-extension and self-expansion theories, the study uses immersive netnography to investigate consumer-avatar dynamics on the ZEPETO platform. Findings indicate that avatars act as extensions of the self, where consumers express control, create, and seek knowledge. Additionally, interactions between avatars contribute to self-expansion, as consumers incorporate the resources, perspectives, and characteristics of …

Market Power Versus Regulation Forces: The Impact Of Antitrust Regulation On Software Firms, Gwona Ko, Boreum Choi, Wooje Cho, Young Bong Chang

Asia Marketing Journal

The omnipresence of software firms is triggering substantial antitrust concerns, calling into question the adequacy of existing regulatory frameworks. This study explores this pivotal concern in the context of the software industry, which is characterized by profound network externalities among customers and a rapid pace of innovation. Our study used the event study methodology on data from 252 antitrust cases involving the U.S. Federal Trade Commission and U.S. Department of Justice from 2000 to 2022, which revealed important insights into the differentiated effects of U.S. antitrust announcements on the market value of software firms. Although antitrust announcements generally have a …

Policy Analysis On Million Hearts 2027, Cardiovascular Health, Priyanka Gera

Quill & Scope

No abstract provided.

Welcome Video Impact On Candidate Conversion To Matriculated Student: Dpt Program Case Study, Debra Beazley, Stephen Elam

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Purpose: This study examines the influence of a relationship marketing-inspired welcome video on the matriculation decisions of Generation Z candidates accepted into a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program in central Virginia. The Generation Z cohort, characterized as digital natives sensitive towards authentic, personalized communication, represents a significant segment of the higher education market. Utilizing the Generational Cohort Theory, this research explores how tailored marketing efforts can effectively engage this group. Methods: The study involved 163 applicants, 107 offers, and 52 students who accepted a position in the 2027 cohort, with 53% of these students receiving the welcome video in …

The Current Status Of Multi-Modality Imaging Of Pulmonary Emboli, Rodney C. Fisher, Kimberly L. Onstott

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Background: Pulmonary emboli (PE) have a significant incident rate of 112.3 per 100,000 adults. When age-weighted, the population over 75 has an incident rate of 1 out of 100. 90% of deaths from acute cases occur within two hours of the onset of symptoms. In pregnancy-related deaths, 20% are attributed to PE, and pregnancy increases the risk of the development of PE by 400 – 600%. Significant risk factors for PE include COPD, obesity, recent trauma or surgery, a history of deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a history of hormonal therapy, smoking, and pregnancy. Purpose: This literature review discusses how PE …

Beneath The Label - Evaluating The Fda Approval Of Copenhagen Classic Snuff As A Modified Risk Tobacco Product, Yisroel Grabie, Tafani Chowdhury, Sudeep Acharya

HCA Healthcare Journal of Medicine

In this review, we critically evaluate the Food and Drug Administration's modified risk tobacco product (MRTP) status granted to a smokeless tobacco product (March 2023), Copenhagen Classic Snuff (CCS). This new status necessitates an assessment of the product CCS use and its public health impacts. We assess the impact of CCS as it relates to the reduction of lung cancer risk and the potential increased risk for nasopharyngeal cancer, chronic rhinitis, nicotine dependence, and other health hazards. Concerns persist regarding nicotine's harm and public misperception due to risk reclassification, and caution should be maintained to discourage novel snuff users. Advocating …

A Review Of Medications Listed In The 2023 Beers Criteria, Hanh Motilall, Kelley Maberry, Connor Quinter

Transformative Medicine

The American Geriatrics Society’s (AGS) 2023 Beers Criteria identifies potentially inappropriate medications (PIMs) to use in geriatric patients defined as greater than or equal to 65 years of age. This population experiences pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic changes, which raise the risk of potentially harmful side effects. The Beers Criteria were developed as a clinical tool to help healthcare providers improve medication safety in this vulnerable population. The main focus of this article is on commonly seen medications and the rationale for recommended avoidance in geriatric patients. Additionally, a table of potentially clinically important drug-drug interactions that should be avoided in older …

Identification Of Barriers And Drivers In The Adoption Of Sustainable Construction Practices In The Turkish Construction Industry: Exploratory Factor Analysis, Tülay Çivici, Mustafa Serhan Ünlütürk

Journal of Sustainable Construction Materials and Technologies

Although the importance of sustainability in the construction industry has been emphasised by many researchers and endorsed by many authorities, it is clear that the practices in the industry still need to be improved. The primary issue for adopting sustainable practices in the construction industry is identifying the barriers and drivers. For this reason, the study analysed the literature to identify the critical barriers and incentives for adopting sustainable practices in the construction industry. In light of the information from the literature, the necessary barriers and motivators in adopting sustainable practices in the construction industry were determined, and a questionnaire …

Multiscale Modelling Of Heat And Mass Transfer In Hemp Wools, Rayan El Sawalhi, Marwan Al Kheir, Louay El Soufi, Hassan Assoum

BAU Journal - Science and Technology

This paper deals with the development of a multi-scale model of coupled heat and mass transfer for hemp wool insulating materials. Natural fibrous insulating materials from renewable resources like hemp offer an attractive environmental option for conventional insulation materials. These materials exhibit excellent thermal performances in terms of thermal conductivity and thermal capacity but are highly sensitive to moisture variations. To fully describe their behavior, we developed a multi-scale approach founded upon three characteristic scales: the heterogeneous fiber scale, the homogenized fiber network scale, and the final product scale. Using the method of volume averaging, we established transfer equations at …

Fedevd: A Federated Road Traffic Event Detector From Social Networks, Ahmad Traboulsi, May Itani, Layal Abu Daher, Ali Haidar

BAU Journal - Science and Technology

The increasing population and the corresponding rise in the number of vehicles, coupled with inadequate public transportation, is increasing the already existing traffic problem. One solution to this problem has been the implementation of Traffic Monitoring Systems (TMS). However, TMS deployment entails significant costs, including (1) the installation of hardware in key areas and (2) the employment of dedicated monitoring personnel. Simultaneously, Online Social Networks (OSNs) have become global platforms with rapidly growing user bases, leading to a surge in user engagement. This widespread participation has transformed social networks into invaluable sources of data for analytics, business intelligence, and decision …

Arum Palaestinum Extracts: A Natural Solution For Root-Knot Nematode Control, Samaher Ghaith, Michel Afram, Jamilah Borjac

BAU Journal - Science and Technology

Root-knot nematodes (RKNs), Meloidogyne spp., have a destructive effect on a wide range of the crops. Arum palaestinum is a wild plant in levant that has a lot of different phytochemicals. The aim of this study is to evaluate the nematicidal potential of A. palaestinum extracts against RKN. The nematicidal efficiency of three types of extracts (aqueous, ethanolic and chloroform) of leaves, flowers and rhizomes of A. palaestinum on second stage juveniles (J2s) and hatching egg rate (RHI) of RKNs were evaluated in vitro using 6 concentrations of each extract (50mg/mL, 37.5mg/mL, 25mg/mL, 12.5mg/mL, 5mg/mL and 2.5mg/mL) and compared …

State Policy & Politics Database (Sppd), Jennifer Karas Montez

Center For Aging and Policy Studies

The State Policy & Politics Database (SPPD) is a compilation of annual data on state policies and politics that are particularly relevant for population health. The SPPD includes several categories of policies, including labor and economic policies (e.g., minimum wage levels, right to work laws), social safety net policies (e.g., earned income tax credits, SNAP), behavior-related policies (e.g., tobacco taxes, opioid prescribing), as well as the political ideology of the states’ government and citizens. Most measures are available annually from 1980 to 2023 or 2024.

Victimization In The Grain Tower: A Study Of The Effect Of Community Perceptions On Victimization Risk And Perceived Wellness In A Rural Environment, Morgan Steele, April Terry, Ziwei Qi, Troy Terry, Tamara Lynn

Criminal Justice Faculty Publications

Social science research has studied the role of neighborhood order in explaining perceptions of crime and official crime statistics for decades. When citizens perceive their neighborhood to be socially and/or physically disordered, community and interpersonal relationships diminish, mistrust increases, including negative perceptions of police legitimacy, and overall individual wellness decreases. However, little is known about these interactions within a college population—neighborhoods referred to as “studentification” and described as “student ghettos.” Using an online survey distributed to all students, faculty, and staff of a midwestern rural university, we sought to better understand the university population’s perceptions regarding social disorder, police legitimacy, …

Study Of Religiosity Animosity And Consumer Efficacy On Participation In Boycott Affiliation Of Israeli Products: The Moderating Role Of Xenocentrism, Ramadania Ramadania, Muhammad Zaki Afifi, Didik Muhammad Nur Haris, Abid Taufiqurrahman, Sri Syabanita Elida

ASEAN Marketing Journal

Manuscript type: Quantitative paper

Research Aims: To build and test the effects of religiosity animosity, consumer efficacy, and xenocentrism on boycott participation.

Design/methodology/approach: This research uses a survey method with a sample of 255 young respondents in Indonesia, used surveys and interviews to collect data then analysis with SEM-PLS to examine the variables.

Research Findings: The study found that several factors significantly influence boycott participation in products affiliated with Israel. First, religiosity animosity has a notable effect; higher levels of religiosity animosity are associated with an increased likelihood of boycott participation. Similarly, consumer efficacy—a consumer's belief in …

Are Digital And Social Media Marketing Matters For Tajikistan’S Youth Travelers?, Namozov Jamshed, Gita Gayatri

ASEAN Marketing Journal

This research examines the influence of social media and online marketing on the travel behaviours of youth -domestic - tourists in a capital city of Tajikistan, Dushanbe, as the main destination. With the development of new technologies in the modern digital age, digital tools could significantly change the preferences of travellers to choose tourism destinations. In this regard, social media, with its wide audience through Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and others, became not only an effective tool for tourism marketing but also for affecting tourism decision-making processes. That's why the study examines the impact of tourists’ attitudes towards online tourism information, …

Nature-Based Solutions For Urban Stormwater Management, Nima Zafarmomen, Vidya Samadi, Susan Lunt

Forestry and Natural Resources

This paper explores Nature-based Solutions (NbS) for urban stormwater management, emphasizing their role in mitigating runoff, reducing flood risks, and improving water quality. Bioretention systems (BRS), green roofs, permeable pavements, and vegetated swales utilize natural processes such as infiltration, evapotranspiration, and filtration to manage stormwater while promoting urban resilience and supporting biodiversity effectively. The performance of these solutions depends on vegetation, soil, and climatic parameters, highlighting the need for context-specific design and implementation. While NbS present sustainable alternatives to conventional infrastructure, technical, economic, social, and institutional challenges require interdisciplinary collaboration and supportive policies to unlock their full potential.

Urgensi Dokumen Persetujuan Pasangan Kawin Yang Dibuat Secara Bawah Tangan Sebelum Penandatanganan Akta Pendirian Commanditaire Vennootschap (Studi Kasus Di Kabupaten Bandung), Ambria Rahma Widiastuti

Indonesian Notary

This thesis analyzes the legal provisions governing the mandatory existence of a document of consent from the spouses, made underhand before the signing of the deed of establishment of Commanditaire Vennootschap (hereinafter "CV"), and the legal consequences if the deed of establishment of CV is signed without the consent of the spouses. This research method uses a doctrinal approach through a literature study and is analyzed qualitatively. Article 36 paragraph (1) stipulates that "everything related to joint property that will be carried out legal action against it requires the consent of both parties." The legal agreements undertaken by a CV …

Konsekuensi Pembatalan Akta Autentik Yang Terdapat Praktik Nominee/Pinjam Nama Bagi Beneficiary (Studi Putusan Pengadilan Tinggi Denpasar Nomor 247/Pdt/2021/Pt Dps), Talitha Mumtaz

Indonesian Notary

This research analyzes the implementation of nominees in the field of land tenure in Indonesia, as well as how an authentic deed made before a notary has a nominee element in it and also the consequences for the beneficiary of cancelling the authentic deed because the authentic deeds contained nominee practices. The research was compiled using doctrinal research methods. The implementation of nominee practices in an authentic deed is made by making a series of agreements whose contents indirectly transfer ownership from the nominee whose name is listed on the certificate of ownership, to the beneficiary, which in this case …

Analisis Pelaksanaan Redistribusi Objek Tanah Landreform Dan Keadilan Bagi Masyarakat Desa Kalasey Dua Atas Status Tanah Yang Dikuasai Negara., Ashley Juniare Maria Rengkung

Indonesian Notary

As land plays an important role in everyday life, it is necessary to pay attention to rights and protection regarding its implementation. The Basic Agrarian Law itself has derivatives, one of which discusses Land Redistribution as regulated in Presidential Regulation Number 88 of 2017 concerning Settlement of Land Tenure in Forest Areas. However, after the ratification of Presidential Regulation Number 62 of 2023 concerning the Acceleration of Implementation of Agrarian Reform, Presidential Regulation Number 88 of 2017 and Presidential Regulation Number 86 of 2018 concerning Agrarian Reform are revoked and replaced with Presidential Regulation Number 62 of 2023 concerning Accelerating …

Design And Development Of Smart Wheelchair From Lecture Chair, Muhammad Sholihul Abdillah, Fauzan Masykur, Abdur Rohman Hasan

Journal of King Abdulaziz University: Engineering Sciences

Wheelchairs play a vital role in providing mobility for individuals with physical disabilities. Enhancing these devices with modern technology significantly improves user convenience and overall functionality. A key enhancement involves integrating smartphones into wheelchair systems. While conventional wheelchairs are generally operated manually, this research presents a smart wheelchair prototype adapted from a standard classroom chair, which is wirelessly controlled using a smartphone via Bluetooth and an Arduino Uno R3 microcontroller. The project involves developing both a mobile application and embedded software. The mobile app is created through a visual block-based programming interface, while the Arduino side is coded using C++. …

Interpretation Of Natural Resources Conservation Service Curve Number (Nrcs-Cn) From Field Observations Of Rainfall And Runoff Events In The Arid Environment Of Saudi Arabia, Mohammed Mohammed Farran, Nassir Al-Amri, Amro Mohamed Elfeki

Journal of King Abdulaziz University: Meteorology, Environment and Arid Land Agriculture

The curve number (CN) method is the commonly used technique for the estimation of direct runoff for flood estimation studies. The objective of this study is to get an improved estimate of NRCS-CN and the initial abstraction ratio (λ) in the Jeddah region from field measurements of rainfall and runoff events. The methodology is based on the NRCS-CN theory for the basins in the Jeddah region. Five basins located in Jeddah were considered, and 30 rainfall-runoff events were analyzed. The least-squares method was used to obtain the optimum range of values for λ and CN. The results are …

Efficacy Of Azadirachta Indica Extract And The Green Synthesized Silver Nanoparticles Against The Aspergillus Spp. Causing Pomegranate Fruit Rot In Taif Governorate, Saudi Arabia, Abeer S. Alqurashi

Journal of King Abdulaziz University: Meteorology, Environment and Arid Land Agriculture

Despite being prone to fungal diseases, particularly those caused by Aspergillus species, the pomegranate fruit is greatly esteemed for its nutritional value and health benefits. Fungal infections can inflict significant damage and may produce mycotoxins, which pose serious risks to human health. Species of Aspergillus are responsible for causing diseases that affect pomegranate fruit in Taif, Saudi Arabia. This study aims to assess the efficacy of neem extract and its silver nanoparticles as antifungal agents against these infections. Upon reviewing their morphological and genetic traits, the predominant species identified were Aspergillus niger, Aspergillus versicolor and Aspergillus tubingensis. Laboratory-based …

Faktor Risiko Yang Berhubungan Dengan Kematian Pasien Penyakit Ginjal Kronis Pada Usia Dewasa Yang Menjalani Hemodialisis Reguler Di Provinsi Lampung, Joue Abraham Trixie Latupeirissa, Mondastri Korib Sudaryo, Muhamad Zulfikar Hadiaturahman, Steven Sapta Putra Sinaga

Jurnal Penyakit Dalam Indonesia

Introduction. Although mortality among adult chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients on regular hemodialysis remains infrequent within the first three months, it is still a potential outcome. Given that hemodialysis is required for life, identifying risk factors for mortality is critical. This study aims to examine risk factors associated with mortality in adult CKD patients undergoing regular hemodialysis.

Methods. A case-control study, without matching, was conducted using medical record data from adult CKD patients (≥18 years) receiving regular hemodialysis between 2022 and 2024 at three hospitals (types A, B, and C) in Lampung Province. The case group consisted of …