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Plant Protein-Based Food Packaging Films; Recent Advances In Fabrication, Characterization, And Applications, Milad Hadidi, Shima Jafarzadeh, Mehrdad Forough, Farhad Garavand, Saeid Alizadeh, Ali Salehabadi, Amin Mousavi Khaneghah, Seid Mahdi Jafari

Research outputs 2022 to 2026

Background: Plant-based proteins as an alternative to synthetic polymers have attracted the interest of the global packaging industry in the last decade due to their biodegradability, sustainability, environmental, and beneficial health claims.

Scope and approach: This review covers the recent developments in biodegradable packaging such as edible films/coatings and innovative packaging materials based on plant protein sources. The importance, sources, and techno-functional properties of plant-derived proteins for food packaging are discussed. The impact of different additives on the functionality of plant protein-based biodegradable materials is also investigated. In addition, plant protein-based packaging characteristics and their application in food are also …

Prenatal Exposure To Metal Mixtures And Newborn Neurobehavior In The Rhode Island Child Health Study, Pei Wen Tung, Amber Burt, Margaret Karagas, Brian P. Jackson, Tracy Punshon, Barry Lester, Carmen J. Marsit

Dartmouth Scholarship

Background: Prenatal exposure to metals can affect the developing fetus and negatively impact neurobehavior. The associations between individual metals and neurodevelopment have been examined, but little work has explored the potentially detrimental neurodevelopmental outcomes associated with the combined impact of coexisting metals. The objective of this study is to evaluate prenatal metal exposure mixtures in the placenta to elucidate the link between their combined effects on newborn neurobehavior. Method: This study included 192 infants with available placental metal and NICU Network Neurobehavioral Scale data at 24 hours-72 hours age. Eight essential and nonessential metals (cadmium, cobalt, copper, iron, manganese, molybdenum, …

Ict Competence And Attitude Among Faculty Members Related Review Of Literature From The Period 2012-2021, M M. Bachalapur Dr., Manjunatha S

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has become a common place in all areas of life. It is a necessary part of today's world. It provides the opportunity to accelerate, enrich and expand your skills; motivates and engages learners in learning. In fact, culture and society must be adapted to the challenges of the age of knowledge. The spread of ICT has resulted in rapid technological, social, political and economic transformation, which has emerged in a network society organized around ICTs.

The 21st Century is the age of ICT. Throughout the world, there is a tendency to use ICT in …

Adapting Ripple Effect Mapping To A Virtual Survey Format, Matthew D. Greene, Jessica Stroope, Denise Holston

Journal of Extension

Community development projects continue despite the COVID-19 pandemic. Participatory evaluation of these projects is crucial. Ripple effect mapping (REM) is a participatory approach to evaluation that captures coalition and community member perspectives on program outcomes and impacts. In response to COVID-19, the Louisiana State University AgCenter Healthy Communities Initiative adapted REM for online delivery. The REM evaluation was found to be an effective way for community coalitions to reflect on outcomes and impacts and to motivate continued engagement.

Development Of Add-On Materials To Supplement Food Safety Modernization Act Trainings In The Western U.S., Jovana Kovacevic

Journal of Extension

During the 2017 annual meeting of the Western Regional Center to Enhance Food Safety, 52 representatives from 15 western states/territories, regional centers funded through USDA-NIFA Food Safety Outreach Program, federal and state government agencies, and non-governmental organizations prioritized topics for the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) training materials that address region-specific agricultural production and processing systems. This article describes supplemental materials or “add-ons” developed to support FSMA-related food safety trainings. Although the materials were developed for the western region stakeholders, they can be applied or adapted to other regions in or outside the U.S. to enhance food safety trainings.

Using Community Food Assessments To Improve Local Food Systems, Robin L. Maille

Journal of Extension

Community Food Assessments (CFAs) can be used to identify resources and gaps in how food is grown and distributed in a community, and develop action plans for improvement. This article shares the process for conducting these assessments and draws lessons from CFAs conducted across Oregon. Key themes and innovative projects are highlighted to share potential programming ideas. Extension can play a role in partnership development and networking that helps create sustainable projects that improve local food systems.

Correlations Between Work Environment, Affective, Normative, And Continuance Commitments Of Library Personnel In Public University Libraries In South-West Nigeria, Babatunde Ogunbanjo, Solomon Olusegun Awonusi, Ifedamola Olaniyi

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Abstract

Personnel commitment to their organisations on an emotional, normative, and long-term basis is crucial to achieving organisational goals and objectives. Working circumstances for employees in any business, particularly university libraries are crucial to achieving these levels of dedication. The impact of the work environment on the affective, normative, and long-term commitments of library staff in Nigeria's South-West area was investigated in this paper. A total of 427 people participated in the study. The findings revealed that the work environment is related to affective commitment (R2 =.014; p.05), normative commitment (R2 =.004; p.05), continuance commitment (R2 =.033; p.05), and the …

What And Who Has Determined Adoption? A Study On Improved Forage Technologies In Colombia From An Agricultural Innovation System (Ais) Perspective, K. Enciso, N. Triana, M. Díaz, S. Burkart

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

The complex process behind the adoption of improved forages in Colombia remains largely unexplored. Despite governmental and scientific efforts to promote and disseminate the implementation of improved forages for the sake of sustainable livestock production, local livestock producers continue to extensively use native species and adoption rates of more efficient forages remain low. This study explores the dynamics behind the development and diffusion of improved forage technologies in Colombia, from the 1960's to the present through an Agricultural Innovation Systems (AIS) perspective. Here we map the agents involved, classify the roles they exerted over time and reconstruct the historical context …

From Theory To Practice: What Should We Have In Mind When Building Effective And Sustainable Payments For Ecosystem Services (Pes) Schemes For Silvo-Pastoral Systems? Evidence From Colombia, M. Díaz, K. Enciso, N. Triana, S. Burkart

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

In most Latin American countries, payment for ecosystem services (PES) can be a useful strategy for restoration and conservation of the environment, increasing productivity and promoting sustainable development in rural areas. Despite these plausible benefits, PES implementation can be challenging due to the contextual framework in which it takes place (e.g. institutional weakness in the implementation and monitoring stages, limited connectivity among stakeholders, low adoption levels of agricultural technology). This study aims at evaluating PES schemes for silvo-pastoral systems in Colombia by considering six dimensions based on an extensive literature review: policy and governance; social context; environmental context; risks and …

Smallholder Dairy Farmers In The Peruvian Andes Fulfilling The Role Of Extension Agents, C. S. Pinares-Patino, J. Manhire, R. Garcia Ticllacuri, J. L. Bernal Madrid, V. M. Velez Marroquin

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

Dairy farming in the Peruvian Andes is mostly undertaken by smallholder farmers (4-6 cows/family) and of relatively recent development. In fact, over the last 2 decades dairy farming at high altitudes (3,500‒4200 masl) has grown rapidly, replacing the camelids and sheep farming that once predominated. Dairying growth has been catalysed by subsides from state and private organizations. It promotes high input systems based on feedlot technology. Compared to sheep and camelids farming, dairying at the Andes does not have yet an inherent local/indigenous knowledge associated to it. High altitude Andean ecosystems pose many constraints for dairy farming (hypoxia and high …

Effect Of Different Training Programs At Self-Selected Intensity On Body Composition, Perceptual Responses And Fitness Outcomes In Obese Women, Ragami Chaves Alves, Alysson Enes, Lucio Follador, Jonato Prestes, Sérgio Gregório Da Silva

International Journal of Exercise Science

International Journal of Exercise Science 15(4): 373-385, 2022. Obesity induces several disorders, such as android obesity, insulin resistance, and coronary/peripheral artery disease, and obese individuals commonly have low adherence to training programs. Exercise at self-selected intensity is a feasible strategy to avoid dropouts of training routines. We aimed to assess the effects of different training programs at self-selected intensity on body composition, ratings of perceived exertion (RPE), feelings of pleasure and displeasure (FPD) and fitness outcomes (maximum oxygen uptake (VO2max) and maximum dynamic strength (1RM)) in obese women. Forty obese women (n = 40; Body Mass Index: 33.2 ± …

Acute Effects Of Velocity-Based Resistance Training On The Physical Functional Performance Of Older Adults, Suzy S. Pinto, Ewertton S. Bezerra, Keuly G. Silva, Rodrigo Ramirez-Campillo, Abderaouf B. Abderrahman

International Journal of Exercise Science

International Journal of Exercise Science 15(3): 399-413, 2022. The aim of this study was to analyse the acute effects of velocity-based resistance training on the physical and functional performance of older adults. Twenty participants (70.4 ± 7.4 years) performed the deadlift exercise, in two different resistance training protocols. The moderate-velocity protocol (MV) predicted maximum loads so that the movement velocity during the concentric phase remained in the range of 0.5 to 0.7 m/s and the high-velocity protocol (HV) predicted maximum loads so that the movement velocity remained between 0.8 and 1.0 m/s. The jump height (cm), handgrip strength (kg), and …

Efficacy Of A Counseling Supervision Program In Improving Self-Compassion For Among Counseling Trainees At Yarmouk University, Odai Al-Masarwah

An-Najah University Journal for Research - B (Humanities)

This study aims to investigate the efficacy of a counseling supervision Program in improving Self-Compassion among Trainees counselors at Yarmouk University. The sample of this study consists of (30) trainees from Psychological Counseling students at Yarmouk University. The participants are randomly assigned into two groups: experimental group included (15) trainees and a control group included (15) trainees, who did not receive a supervision program. The scale of Self-Compassion is administered to both groups as pre-test and post-test. Follow up measure taken after four Weeks of intervention for the experimental group only. The results of the study show significant differences between …

The Effect Of Corporate Governance And Disclosure Quality On Information Asymmetry In Bex, Muiz Abu Alia, Osama Awwad

An-Najah University Journal for Research - B (Humanities)

Information asymmetry is considered as a limitation to the financial market efficiency due to its effect on the liquidity and the risk of the listed stocks. Moreover, it causes an increase in the cost of capital. It is believed that the legal and regulatory environment and the nature of the information provided to investors mitigate information asymmetry. Thus, this study examined the effect of governance practices, as established in the Code of Palestinian Corporate Governance, and disclosure quality (voluntary disclosure and financial disclosure quality in financial statements) of the Palestinian companies listed on the Palestine Exchange (PEX), except banks, during …

The Effect Of Adapted Sports Activity On Self-Esteem Among The Physically Disabled, Kaddour Bey Belkheyr, Bensabeur Mohamed

An-Najah University Journal for Research - B (Humanities)

The study aimed to identify the impact of the practice of adapted sports activity on the level of self-esteem of the physically disabled, in addition to their comparison with their peers who are not practicing adapted sports activity, To achieve this, the researchers used the descriptive approach and the questionnaire that they designed as a tool for collecting data and information from an intentional sample consisting of (24) physically disabled persons, (12) physically disabled practitioners of the adapted sports activity on a regular basis, and (12) physically disabled non-practitioners. The results of the study showed that the level of self-esteem …

Risk Assessment Matrices For Workplace Hazards: Design For Usability, Roger C. Jensen, Royce L. Bird, Blake W. Nichols

Safety Health & Industrial Hygiene

In occupational safety and health (OSH), the process of assessing risks of identified hazards considers both the (i) foreseeable events and exposures that can cause harm and (ii) the likelihood or probability of occurrence. To account for both, a table format known as a risk assessment matrix uses rows and columns for ordered categories of the foreseeable severity of harm and likelihood/ probability of that occurrence. The cells within the table indicate level of risk. Each category has a text description separate from the matrix as well as a word or phrase heading each row and column. Ideally, these header …

Male Breast Cancer: The Three Decades' Experience Of A Tertiary Care Hospital In A Lower-Middle Income Country, Sana Zeeshan, Muhammad Tayyab, Fatima Shaukat, Muhammad Usman Tariq, Nargis Khan, Lubna Vohra

Section of General Surgery

Introduction Male breast cancer is uncommon and managed on the guidelines of female breast cancer due to tumor rarity. We sought to identify the incidence, clinicopathological features, and survival of all male breast cancer patients managed in our hospital. Methods A retrospective cross-sectional study was conducted at Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH), Karachi, Pakistan, from January 1986 to December 2018. Demographic data, treatment records, and follow-up data of all male breast cancer patients who were treated at AKUH was reviewed. Results Thirty-eight out of 42 patients who presented over a period of 32 years were included. The mean age was …

Who's Publishing What: The Next Thing You Know, Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop

Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop Blog

Publishers Weekly The Next Thing You Know. It's her fifth book, and it releases March 22.

Diversity And Multiculturalism In The 21st Century, Oluremi "Remi" Alapo

Publications and Research

This is a presentation on Diversity and Multi-Culturalism in the 21st Century related to the individual and society based on responses from in-class assignments during various semester course sessions [from 2019 to 2021] taught by the presenter at the York College [CUNY]. In the course in addition to culture, students learned about norms, values, systems of beliefs, social interaction, verbal and non-verbal communication, race and ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation and gender, technology and culture, cultural universalism and relativism, and how these affect our shared or distinct day to day cultural practices and social interaction in our various communities.

At the …

Sga 53 Senate 2022-02-27 Agenda, Niu Student Government Association Senate

Student Government Association Archives

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Decellularized Articular Cartilage Microgels As Microcarriers For Expansion Of Mesenchymal Stem Cells, Esmaiel Jabbari, Azadeh Sepahvandi

Faculty Publications

Conventional microcarriers used for expansion of human mesenchymal stem cells (hMSCs) require detachment and separation of the cells from the carrier prior to use in clinical applications for regeneration of articular cartilage, and the carrier can cause undesirable phenotypic changes in the expanded cells. This work describes a novel approach to expand hMSCs on biomimetic carriers based on adult or fetal decellularized bovine articular cartilage that supports tissue regeneration without the need to detach the expanded cells from the carrier. In this approach, the fetal or adult bovine articular cartilage was minced, decellularized, freeze-dried, ground, and sieved to produce articular …

Saint Jude's, February 27, 2022

Saint Jude's

A newsletter published for Deaf Catholics in Waltham, MA

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The New Arbitration Class Action: Filing Thousands Of Individual Arbitration Claims, Yanni Thanopoulos

Cardozo Journal of Conflict Resolution (CJCR) Blog

Arbitration clauses that prohibit class action lawsuits guard companies from class action litigation. The Supreme Court has disparaged the use of class arbitration and has upheld class action waivers. As a result, if a contract contains an arbitration clause that bars class actions, the only recourse under the contract is to pursue individual arbitration. If a claim yields only a small amount of damages, the claimant would essentially be left with no recourse: the claimant would not be able to join a class action, and the cost of individual arbitration would outweigh the potential reward. Thus, arbitration clauses that forbid …

University Hosts Area Scouts For Merit Badge College, Staff Report

University of Mississippi News

UM faculty, students help teach sessions in citizenship, STEM fields and welding

Kathy Palmer, Oral History Interview, 2022, Matt Jones

Oral Histories

In 2021, Eastern Michigan University Archives lecturer Matt Jones began documenting the story of Ypsilanti’s Human Rights Ordinance #1279 in an effort to explore the ways in which local queer activism has evolved multi-generationally in Ypsilanti. What began as a refusal of service by a local print shop to a small EMU student group quickly turned into a years-long battle over who was deserving of basic human rights. To the LGBTQ activists and community members documented here, they had always been present in the community: working, paying taxes, painting their houses, mowing their lawns, attending council meetings, and even serving …

Sb89-21/22-Resolution Calling For The Immediate Resignation Of Clayton Looney, Lauren O'Neill, Jorgia Hawthorne, Margaret Bell, Emma Kiefer, Ajaysia Hill

Senate Resolutions, 2007-Present

SB89-21/22-Resolution Calling for the Immediate Resignation of Clayton Looney. This resolution passed 19Y-1N-0A during the February 27, 2022 meeting of the Associated Students of the University of Montana (ASUM).

Sb89_21-22_Resolution Calling For The Immediate Resignation Of Clayton Looney, Lauren O'Neill, Jorgia Hawthorne, Margaret Bell, Emma Kiefer, Ajaysia Hill

Senate Resolutions, 2007-Present

SB89_21-22_Resolution Calling for the Immediate Resignation of Clayton Looney. This resolution passed 19Y-1N-0A during the February 27, 2022 meeting of the Associated Students of the University of Montana (ASUM).

Sb88-21/22-Resolution Calling For The Removal Of The University Area Parking District, Maggie Bell

Senate Resolutions, 2007-Present

SB88-21/22-Resolution Calling for the Removal of the University Area Parking District. Passed on a 16Y-1N-3A vote during the February 27, 2022 meeting of the Associated Students of the University of Montana (ASUM).

Sb88_21-22_Resolution Calling For The Removal Of The University Area Parking District, Maggie Bell

Senate Resolutions, 2007-Present

SB88_21-22_Resolution Calling for the Removal of the University Area Parking District. This resolution passed 16Y-1N-3A during the February 27, 2022 meeting of the Associated Students of the University of Montana (ASUM).

Challenges In Gluten Analysis: A Comparison Of Four Commercial Sandwich Elisa Kits, Plaimein Amnuaycheewa, Lynn Niemann, Richard E. Goodman, Joseph L. Baumert, Steve L. Taylor

Department of Food Science and Technology: Faculty Publications

Gluten is composed of prolamin and glutelin proteins from several related grains. Because these proteins are not present in identical ratios in the various grains and because they have some differences in sequence, the ability to accurately quantify the overall amount of gluten in various food matrices to support gluten-free labeling is difficult. Four sandwich ELISAs (the R-Biopharm AG R5 RIDASCREEN®, the Neogen Veratox® R5, the Romer Labs AgraQuant® G12, and the Morinaga Wheat kits) were evaluated for their performance to quantify gluten concentrations in various foods and ingredients. The Morinaga and AgraQuant® G12 tests yielded results comparable to the …