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Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractSocio-Economic and Technical Efficiency Level of Organic Rice Farming with System of Rice Intensification: A Case Study in Morowali Regency IndonesiaMax Nur AlamThis research aimed to (1) analyze technical efficiency level of rice farming with System of Rice Intensification and non-System of Rice Intensification and (2) analyze the factors that affected technical efficiency of rice farming. The research was conducted in Morowali Regency Indonesia. The populations in this research were farmer associations of water users, who membered as many as 104 household … …American Journal of Applied Sciences, Vol. 12, Issue 4 · 24 Jun 2015 · 6,959 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractK121Q Polymorphism of the ENPP1 Gene is Related to Acute Coronary Syndrome in Ukrainian Patients with Normal but not Enhanced Body Mass IndexInna A. Rozumenko, Victoria Y. Garbusova, Yurij A. Ataman et al.Ectonucleotide Pyrophosphatase Phosphodiesterase 1 (ENPP1) is a class II membrane glycoprotein with two unrelated properties: It can hydrolyze extracellular nucleotides and downregulate insulin receptor signaling. The present study was carried out to investigate whether common single-nucleotide polymorphism K121Q (rs1044498) of the ENPP1 gene is associated with Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) in the representatives of Ukrainian population and to assess if … …OnLine Journal of Biological Sciences, Vol. 14, Issue 4 · 15 Jan 2015 · 7,345 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractSEDIMENTARY FACIES AND DEPOSITIONAL ENVIRONMENTS OF CENOZOIC SEDIMENTARY FORMATIONS CROPPING OUT AT THE CENTRAL PART OF THE DOUALA BASINBachirou Mfayakouo Chavom, Pierre R. Njike Ngaha, Dieudonné L. BitomThe Douala Basin is one of three units of the Cameroonian coastal basin in the Gulf of Guinea, formed from the east-west extension between African and South American plates generated during the opening of South Atlantic in the Early Cretaceous. This basin contains sediments from Lower Cretaceous to present. The Cretaceous depositional environments are well understood whereas there is very … …Current Research in Geoscience, Vol. 4, Issue 1 · 6 Jan 2015 · 7,936 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractA NEW PCR-RFLP FOR SPECIES-SPECIFIC DIAGNOSIS OF SOUTH AMERICAN ANIMAL TRYPANOSOMIASISLiliana Torcoroma García, Yezid A. Ardila, Deilis Rincón et al.The diagnosis of animal trypanosomiasis in field samples is currently based on clinical suspicion and less frequently on traditional parasitological methods characterized by their very low sensitivity, especially in the sub-acute and chronic phase of the infection. Molecular tools such as Polymerase Chain Reaction have been shown to reach the highest sensitivity percentages, but without good resolution for all of … …American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 9, Issue 2 · 5 Jun 2014 · 7,182 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractAttitudes Towards Linkage Mechanism Researh of Agricultural Research and ExtensionAhmad Al-Rimawi, Mohammad Tabieh, Hussein Al-QudahThe aim of this study is to examine how linkages between the actors in the research and extension system in Jordan can be improved to enhance their effectiveness. Likert scales were used as tools for data collection to measure attitudes towards management, organizational and universities linkages using a convenient sample of 121 extension agents and researchers. Cronbach’s alpha coefficients were … …American Journal of Agricultural and Biological Sciences, Vol. 8, Issue 2 · 18 Apr 2013 · 7,778 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractThe Explanatory Power of Adverse Relationship Experiences in Predicting NeuroticismKathryn Simms, Sara BockPositive correlations have been detected consistently between adverse relationship experiences (i.e., traumatic interpersonal events such as intimate partner violence) and a broad range of mental health disorders (e.g., depression). However, associations between adverse relationship experiences and personality have been under examined. Consequently, the purpose of this study was to evaluate the relationship between adverse relationship experiences and one facet of … …Current Research in Psychology, Vol. 3, Issue 2 · 27 Feb 2013 · 7,820 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractService-Learning in a Managerial Accounting Course: Developing the ‘Soft’ SkillsVictoria Calvert, Rafik KurjiProblem statement: This study explores the impact of a service-learning project embedded in a managerial accounting course through the lens of students’ technical, professional and personal development. Academic institutions and Business Schools in particular, are often criticized for producing graduates who are technically capable but lack the capability for teamwork, effective workplace communication and the ability to react effectively in … …American Journal of Economics and Business Administration, Vol. 4, Issue 1 · 3 Jan 2012 · 8,448 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractConsidering Competition Avoidant Individuals Via the Big Five ModelRichard M. Ryckman, Bill Thornton, Joel A. Gold, Shawn CollierProblem statement: This study sought to increase our understanding of the personality characteristics of competition avoidant individuals by examining differential associations between the Big Five personality traits and competition avoidance. Approach: Participants (n = 169) completed a questionnaire set including relevant assessments, the Competition Avoidance Scale and the Five-Factor Model Inventory with subscales for Neuroticism, Extraversion, Openness to Experience, Conscientiousness … …Current Research in Psychology, Vol. 2, Issue 1 · 26 Nov 2011 · 7,902 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractPsychosocial Correlates of the Need for Physical Education and Sports in High SchoolMihai Curelaru, Beatrice Abalasei, Mioara CristeaProblem statement: Sports and movement activities play an important role in the harmonious development of children; Special attention should be paid to the factors influencing their involvement in sportive activities. The aim of this study was related to identifying possible psychosocial correlates of the need for physical education and sports in Romanian society and increasing awareness on the importance of … …Journal of Social Sciences, Vol. 7, Issue 4 · 10 Aug 2011 · 8,661 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractOn Becoming an Entrepreneurial Leader: A Focus on the Impacts of University Entrepreneurship ProgramsAfsaneh Bagheri, Zaidatol Akmaliah Lope PihieProblem statement: Despite the significant influences of university entrepreneurship programs in developing students’ entrepreneurial intention and abilities, there is little knowledge about how such programs shape students’ abilities to successfully lead entrepreneurial activities. Approach: The main purpose of this qualitative study was to explore the impacts of university entrepreneurship programs in developing students’ entrepreneurial leadership competencies. A sample of 14 … …American Journal of Applied Sciences, Vol. 8, Issue 9 · 1 Aug 2011 · 7,656 accessesView PDFCite