scholarly journals Germination biology of the exotic ice cream bean (Inga edulis Mart.) seed from Bedugul, Bali

2021 ◽  
Vol 948 (1) ◽  
pp. 012008
Author(s):  
F Kuswantoro ◽  
A S Li’aini
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Germination Percentage ◽  
Wild Plants ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Botanic Garden ◽  
Plastic Container ◽  
Inga Edulis ◽  
Germination Process ◽  
High Germination ◽  
Agar Media

Abstract Inga edulis is an exotic edible Fabaceae species locally known as buah es krim in Bedugul, Bali. The plant species is a favourite fruit for consumption and trading due to the sweet sarcostesta. Wild I. edulis are abundantly grown in Bedugul. The current study aim is to describes I. edulis germination biology. This study will provide data for I. edulis future research both in its domestication and invasion prevention. I. edulis seeds are collected two times from wild plants growing within Bali Botanic Garden. A total of twenty-one I. edulis seeds are germinated in a clear closed plastic container with agar media at Bali Botanic Garden Seed Bank Laboratory. The germination process was observed daily until the seventh day after sowing (DAS) while number of seedlings was calculated in the last observation day. Quantitative and qualitative data analysis was conducted to describe I. edulis seed germination biology. This study result shows that I. edulis seeds produce high germination percentage rapidly. I. edulis seeds exhibited hypogeal germination and phanerocotylar hypogeal with reserve storage seedling functional type. Polyembryony was also present with a single seed can produce up to four seedlings.

scholarly journals Assessment Of Storage Losses Of Different Pulses At Farmers’ Level In Jamalpur Region Of Bangladesh

1970 ◽  
Vol 36 (2) ◽  
pp. 205-212 ◽  
Author(s):  
MA Mannan ◽  
N Tarannum
Keyword(s):  
Moisture Content ◽  
Germination Percentage ◽  
Infestation Level ◽  
Insect Infestation ◽  
Traditional Methods ◽  
Plastic Container ◽  
Storage Losses ◽  
Pulse Crops ◽  
High Germination ◽  
Minimum Number

A survey was conducted in Jamalpur region to investigate the losses of pulses during storage at farmer’s level. It was observed that farmers used traditional methods for storing pulse crops. The containers, such as Jute bag with multiple (2-5) polythene lining inside (7.7% infestation), tin container with polythene lining inside by mixing sand with pulses (8.2% infestation), plastic container (7.8% infestation), plastic boium (8.6% infestation), and RC bottle (8.4% infestation) showed better performance for storing different pulse crops. The stored pulse of these containers had below 10% infestation level at low moisture content (below 10%) and high germination percentage (above 80%). In the study area, minimum number of farmers (1.81-3.45%) cultivated pulse crops since maximum arable lands were occupied by rice. Keywords: Pulse storage practices; assessment of losses; store insect infestation. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3329/bjar.v36i2.9246 BJAR 2011; 36(2): 205-212

Blame Avoidance in China's Cadre Responsibility System

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-22
Author(s):  
Jiayuan Li ◽  
Xing Ni ◽  
Rui Wang
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Performance Standards ◽  
Field Studies ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Limited Attention ◽  
Discursive Strategies ◽  
Conventional View ◽  
Blame Avoidance ◽  
Local Officials ◽  
Responsibility System

Abstract This article contends that prior research on the behaviour of Chinese local cadres pays limited attention to their motivation for avoiding blame. Using qualitative data from three field studies conducted in Guangdong province, the study focuses on blame avoidance in the cadre responsibility system, which is recognized as an important instrument for state capacity building. Our analysis uncovers three major discursive strategies used by grassroots cadres to manage blame either before or after it is apportioned: de-legitimating performance standards, re-attributing blame and transferring blame risk. We find that local cadres have a role as blame makers in shifting blame and accusations. This finding challenges the conventional view, which typically sees local officials as blame takers. The article concludes by elaborating on the wider implications of this finding and proposing avenues for future research.

Police BWCs as ‘Neutral Observers’: Perceptions of public defenders

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Janne E Gaub ◽  
Carolyn Naoroz ◽  
Aili Malm
Keyword(s):  
Criminal Justice ◽  
Focus Groups ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Future Research ◽  
End User ◽  
Public Defenders

Abstract The research on police body-worn cameras (BWCs) has rapidly expanded to evaluate the technology’s impact on a range of police outcomes. Far fewer studies have addressed the various effects on downstream criminal justice actors, and those that do have focused almost entirely on prosecutors. Thus, public defenders have remained on the periphery of the police BWC discussion, despite playing an important role as an end-user of the technology. This study draws on qualitative data from focus groups with public defenders in the Commonwealth of Virginia to discuss the perception of BWCs as neutral observers in a police–citizen encounter. We then provide implications and recommend avenues for future research.

From entity to process: toward more process-based theorizing in the field of organizational change

2018 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
pp. 80-98 ◽  
Author(s):  
Matthias Wenzel ◽  
Jochen Koch
Keyword(s):  
Organizational Change ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Step Procedure ◽  
Process Perspective

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to make a case for more process-based theorizing in the field of organizational change. Design/methodology/approach To emphasize the importance of a process perspective on organizational change, this paper challenges the prevalent theorizing approach that treats organizational change as entity and argues that process-based theorizing can help researchers gain a better understanding of organizational change. Findings To direct future research toward more process-based theorizing, this paper proposes a systematic four-step procedure for the analysis of qualitative data that helps researchers theorize organizational change from a process perspective. Originality/value Overall, this paper contributes to theorizing efforts in the field of organizational change by offering a reflective account on the challenges that entity-based theorizing entails, strengthening the position of process-based theorizing in light of these challenges and providing an outlook on how scholars can develop theoretical insights on organizational change from a process perspective.

scholarly journals Reported 1-year prevalence of occupational musculoskeletal disorders in Ontario chiropractors

2020 ◽  
Vol 28 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Samuel J. Howarth ◽  
Anser Abbas ◽  
Sheilah Hogg-Johnson ◽  
Silvano Mior
Keyword(s):  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Health Care Professionals ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Body Position ◽  
Occupational Activity ◽  
Future Research ◽  
The Past ◽  
Lower Back ◽  
Physical Changes

Abstract Background Chiropractors are a particular subset of health care professionals that reportedly suffer occupational musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), yet they have received minimal attention to date regarding mitigating risks of occupational injury. Our study determined the prevalence of occupationally-related MSDs in the preceding year, their bodily distribution, severity, and practice-related changes in practicing chiropractors in the province of Ontario. Methods We conducted a cross-sectional survey of chiropractors who were members of the Ontario Chiropractic Association (OCA) from January to March 2019. A three-part online survey was developed to ask chiropractors about specific details of MSDs they experienced in the past year and any practice-related changes they made as a result. Responses from participants provided both quantitative and qualitative data. Prevalence estimates were derived for quantitative data. Qualitative data were stratified by themes that were further divided into categories and subcategories. Demographic variables of the respondents and OCA membership were compared to determine representativeness. Results From the 432 responses (11.8% response rate), 59.1% reported experiencing an occupationally-related MSD in the past year. Survey respondents were demographically representative of the OCA membership. MSDs were most commonly reported for the lower back (38.3%), wrists/hands (38.1%) and neck (37.4%). Positioning/performing manipulation was the most common occupational activity for MSD of the upper extremity (53.1%) and lower back (34.8%). Chiropractors largely reported their MSDs did not prevent them from doing their normal work (77.4%), despite the fact that 43.2% reported experiencing their MSDs for more than 30 days in the previous year. Common reported work modifications were grouped under themes of practice and physical changes. Practice changes included reducing patient volume, hiring personnel and scheduling. Physical changes included using different office equipment, selecting different techniques requiring lower force and altering their hand contacts or body position when treating patients. Conclusions One-year prevalence of occupational MSDs from this study are comparable to previously reported estimates in chiropractors. These data suggest that chiropractors continue with their regular workload despite their MSDs, thereby increasing their chances of presenteeism. Chiropractors changing technique or technique parameters due to their MSDs provides direction for future research to reduce exposure to occupational MSD risk factors.

Police Officers’ and Victim Advocates’ Perceptions of the Lethality Assessment Program

2017 ◽  
Vol 30 (7) ◽  
pp. 1023-1042 ◽  
Author(s):  
Leila B. Dutton ◽  
Tracy L. Tamborra ◽  
Meagan Pittman
Keyword(s):  
Domestic Violence ◽  
Police Officers ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Police Departments ◽  
Preliminary Assessment ◽  
Online Surveys ◽  
Assessment Program ◽  
Victim Advocates ◽  
By Products

This study is a preliminary assessment of police officers’ and victim advocates’ experiences with and perceptions of the Lethality Assessment Program (LAP), a program involving the collaboration between police departments and domestic violence (DV) agencies designed to prevent fatal and serious DV. Participants included 168 officers from 22 police departments and 63 advocates from 10 DV agencies. Results from online surveys indicated that officers and advocates had favorable perceptions of one another. Officers found the LAP to be less effective as a tool to deal with DV cases than advocates. Analysis of qualitative data revealed that officers and advocates identified a number of positive by-products of the LAP, but officers cited more negative by-products than advocates. Recommendations for policy and future research are provided.

“Anything Can Happen at Any Time”: Perceived Causes of Correctional Officer Injuries

2020 ◽  
pp. 073401682095252
Author(s):  
Natalie Goulette ◽  
Andrew S. Denney ◽  
Matthew S. Crow
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Correctional Officers ◽  
Policy Implications ◽  
Correctional Officer ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Executive Staff ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
Mental And Physical Health

Prior research finds that correctional officers (COs) often report high levels of stress, poor mental and physical health and are at an increased risk of suffering work-related injuries. However, little is known about the causes of such injuries. In an attempt to fill this large gap in the literature, the current study used qualitative data to explore the perceived causes of work-related injuries according to COs and their executive staff. Officers identified the reasons for injuries as either within their control or outside of their control. Injuries resulting from factors within CO’s control were perceived to be related to complacency and corruption. Injuries stemming from circumstances outside of CO’s control were perceived to be related to the nature of the job, the mental health of inmates, minor events escalating, and what are known as inmate “check-ins.” In consideration of these findings, policy implications and directions for future research are also reviewed.

scholarly journals Value Positions and Relationships in the Swedish Digital Government

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 24 ◽  
Author(s):  
Leif Sundberg
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Vulnerable Groups ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Digital Inclusion ◽  
Digital Government ◽  
The Public ◽  
Trade Offs ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Service Logic ◽  
Point Of Departure

Governments across the world spend vast resources on implementing digital technology. Electronic, or digital, government is the use and study of Internet-based information and communication technology in the public sector. A point of departure in this study is that investments in technology are not value-free; they require allocation of limited resources and trade-offs between values. The purpose of this paper was to investigate how values are prioritized in the Swedish digital government. This research was conducted by using quantitative data from a survey administered to Swedish municipalities and national agencies. In addition, qualitative data from a database was used to exemplify value operationalization. The research utilized a theoretical framework based on four value positions: professionalism, efficiency, service, and engagement. The findings reveal that service and quality, and productivity and legality have a high priority, while engagement values are less prioritized. Differences based on organization type and size are also discussed. Moreover, the study suggests that professionalism and efficiency are distinct value positions, while service and engagement are closely related through citizen centricity. The qualitative material suggests that citizen centricity can manifest itself as a form of service logic, but also in the form of educational digital inclusion activities for vulnerable groups. The paper concludes by suggesting that future research should further refine the concept of citizen centricity in relation to digital government values, since its current meaning is ambiguous.

Developing Prospective Principals’ Problem-Framing Skills

2003 ◽  
Vol 13 (5) ◽  
pp. 529-548 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael Aaron Copland
Keyword(s):  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Administrator Preparation ◽  
Social Psychological ◽  
Preparation Program ◽  
Problem Framing ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
Prospective Principals ◽  
Administrative Problem

This article reports on a study that inquired about the teaching and learning of administrative problem-framing skills in a problem-based learning (PBL) administrator preparation program. A literature-based definition of problem-framing ability is developed and a theoretical rationale for the study, based on elements of a social-psychological framework, is introduced. Employing a one-group pretest–posttest design, the problem-framing ability of students in one program cohort was measured prior to exposure to any PBL experiences and again at the end of their preparation program after repeated exposure to PBL. A statistical analysis reveals students’ problem-framing ability improves significantly over time, associated with their level of exposure to PBL. In postprogram qualitative data, graduates suggest PBL preparation develops their ability to frame problems encountered in practice. Finally, the implications of the findings for instructional practice and future research on administrator preparation are explored.

Our transformational leader might be replaced, we are extremely stressed out!

2019 ◽  
Vol 43 (5) ◽  
pp. 625-644 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dorine Maurice Mattar
Keyword(s):  
Leadership Styles ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Transformational Leader ◽  
Leadership Positions ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Data Presentation ◽  
Research Propositions ◽  
Different Cultures

Purpose This study aims to tackle employees’ stress and emotions in periods of changes in leadership positions, especially if the leader to be replaced is previously found to be transformational. Design/methodology/approach Qualitative data are collected from WhatsApp conversations between different subordinates, hours around the declaration of the appointment decision. Data presentation includes messages exchanged, as well as photos, emojis and voice notes. Findings The participants’ messages reflected their stress. They are drained, desperate and praying God so their transformational leader is reappointed. Fear and sadness are the two types of emotion experienced by employees during the anticipation and confirmation stages of the change process, respectively. The emotional contagion among subordinates is revealed in the way the messages and the replies are very close in content. Research limitations/implications The low number of participants makes the results obtained specific to the case itself. However, this study triggers future research addressing same research propositions under different leadership styles and in different cultures. Originality/value The value of this research lies in the topic addressed, as no literature is found discussing employees stress in periods of change in a transformational leadership position, specifically. Moreover, its originality lies in the method of data collection which depicts the participants’ live and real feelings and emotions on that moment.

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