Cina Benteng: the Latest Generations and Acculturation

The aim of this paper was to investigate the acculturation process encountered by the two latest generations of Cina Benteng. A Skype interview was conducted with two young Cina Benteng descents. The analysis was also supported by insightful remark from the parents of the two interviewees. This study discovers that the two generations seem to respond to the acculturation process in different ways. However, although some traditions are no longer relevant to the later generation, their identity as a Chinese descent cannot be easily removed

Expansion Potential for Irrigation within the Mississippi Delta Region

17.6 million acres, or 73 percent, of the Mississippi Delta Region is currently cropland and possesses the physical characteristics of slope, texture and soil type which are recommended for irrigation. Economic feasibility of expanding irrigation by flood, furrow and center pivot methods were examined under 24 scenarios representing two sets of crop prices, yield levels, production costs, opportunity costs and six crop rotations. Irrigation was economically feasible for 56 to 100 percent of the cropland across all scenarios. Approximately 88 percent of the cropland can be economically irrigated with flood or furrow in its present form, 8 percent yield highest net returns if furrow irrigated following land forming and 4 percent can be economically irrigated only with center pivot systems

A Place of Opportunity: Black Male Student Athletes’ Experiences at a Historically Black University

The purpose of this study was to identify key factors associated with the academic achievement and positive college experiences among Black male student athletes at a Historically Black University (HBU) in the Southeastern United States (U.S.). A concurrent triangulation exploratory design allowed both qualitative and quantitative data to be collected simultaneously and converged during the analysis phase (Creswell, 2009). Participants in this study included current Black male student athletes who participated in football and men’s basketball at a HBU in the Southeastern U.S. Using aspects of the grounded theoretical approach for analysis (Glaser & Strauss, 1967), the following emergent themes were identified: “You Got a Chance,” “An Opportunity,” “Not Just a Number,” “It’s Hard, But It’s Not Impossible” and “As An Athlete It Makes Your Social Life a Little Easier.” Implications for policy and practice are discussed

The Transfer Effect: A Critical Race Theory Examination of Black Male Transfer Student Athletes’ Experiences

The purpose of this study was to examine the experiences of Black male student athletes who transferred from predominantly White institutions (PWIs) to a Historically Black College/University (HBCU) in the southeastern United States (U.S.). This qualitative case study involved a single focus group interview and two individual interviews with Black male transfer student athletes who were enrolled at a HBCU. Critical race theory (CRT) was applied as a theoretical framework to examine the impact of race and racism on the participants’ experiences within different educational and sociocultural environments. The key research topics of interest included identifying the participants’ reasons for transferring from a PWI to a HBCU and understanding their college experiences at the HBCU. Findings revealed participants’ encounters with various forms of covert and overt racism at PWIs resulted in negative college experiences, which motivated them to transfer to a HBCU. Using tenets of CRT and a thematic analysis procedure, the following two emergent themes were identified: “We Were the Outcasts” and “They Want to See You Succeed.” Implications for policy and practice are discussed

Theory and Applications of Surface Plasmon Resonance, Resonant Mirror, Resonant Waveguide Grating, and Dual Polarization Interferometry Biosensors

Biosensors have been used extensively in the scientific community for several purposes, most notably to determine association and dissociation kinetics, protein-ligand, protein-protein, or nucleic acid hybridization interactions. A number of different types of biosensors are available in the field, each with real or perceived benefits over the others. This review discusses the basic theory and operational arrangements of four commercially available types of optical biosensors: surface plasmon resonance, resonant mirror, resonance waveguide grating, and dual polarization interferometry. The different applications these techniques offer are discussed from experiments and results reported in recently published literature. Additionally, recent advancements or modifications to the current techniques are also discussed

Investigation in the Ames Supersonic Free-Flight Wind Tunnel of the Static Longitudinal Stability of the Hermes A-3B Missile at a Mach Number of 5.0

Models of the Hermes A-3B missile were tested in the Ames supersonic free-flight wind tunnel to determine the static-longitudinal-stability characteristics at a Mach number of 5.0 and a Reynolds number based on body length of 10 million. The results indicated that the model center of pressure was 45.3 percent of the body length aft of the nose and the lift-curve slope based on body frontal area was 0.064 per degree. Estimates indicated that the effect on these characteristics of aeroelastic twisting of the model fins was small but important if a precise location of center of pressure is required. A comparison of the test results with predictions based on available theory showed that the theory was useful only for rough estimates, The drag coefficient at zero lift, based on body frontal area, was found to be 0.155

Influence of Mobile Wallet Adoption on Performance of Tea Farmer’s Payment Systems by Cooperatives Kenya

Technology and time have significantly changed. Mobile phones have since changed the world telecommunication industry. Many innovations have led to remarkable economic gains in the last two decades. The incredible gains achieved over the last decade in mobile phone access have led to unexpected innovations. Mobile banking is a crucial factor in ensuring customer satisfaction, reducing operating costs, and a path for banking services penetration to the general public. The increased adoption of mobile banking has led to a new distribution channel for retail banking. The adoption of Internet banking has changed the dimensions of competition by introducing alternative delivery channels, including automated teller machines, mobile phone banking, and personal computer banking. The study's main objective was to determine the influence of mobile Wallet adoption on performance of tea farmer’s payment systems by co-operatives Kenya. Keywords: Mobile Wallet, FinTech, Mobile Money Technology DOI: 10.7176/EJBM/15-8-07 Publication date: April 30th 202

Effect of Single Window System Procedures on Cargo Clearance Efficiency in Kenya: A Case for Mombasa Port

A Single Window Concept is a one-stop facility that allows exchange of information between all parties involved in trade across borders. It is aimed at reducing the complexity, time and costs of clearing goods at the ports. The Concept has been successfully implemented in Kenya in areas such as the Mombasa port, Jomo Kenyatta International airport, Moi International airport and Kenyan borders. The study sought to identify the Effect of Single Window System on cargo clearance efficiency at the port of Mombasa. In particular, to determine its effect on shipping procedures, Pre-clearance permits and Customs goods declaration procedures at the port of Mombasa. The study adopted a quantitative approach targeting a population of 155 respondents. Stratified sampling technique was used to get a sample size of 112 respondents. Data was collected using a structured questionnaire with Likert scale measurement. Data was collected and analyzed using descriptive as well as inferential statistics. The study found that Single Window concept has positive effect on Shipping procedures (p-value 0.952), Pre-clearance permits (p-value 0.861), Customs goods declaration procedures (p-value 0.950) and hence improved cargo clearance efficiency at the port of Mombasa. The study recommends more studies to be done on variables that affect cargo clearance efficiency at the port of Mombasa which were not covered under this study. Keywords: Concept, One-stop facility, Cargo clearance, Pre-clearance permits, Customs goods declarations, Regulatory agencies, Electronic cargo authentication.DOI: 10.7176/EJBM/11-24-11Publication date: August 31st 2019

UJI AKTIVITAS ANTIDIABETES DARI EKSTRAK DAUN SESEWANUA (Clerodendron squamatum Vahl.) TERHADAP TIKUS PUTIH JANTAN GALUR WISTAR (Rattus norvegicus L.)

ABSTRACTSesewanua leaves contain flavonoids which can be potentially as antidiabetic. Flavonoids reduce blood sugar levels by capturing free radicals that cause damage to pancreatic beta cells and inhibit pancreatic beta cell damage. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of antidiabetic activity on the administration of Sesewanua (Clerodendron squamatum Vahl.) Leaf extracts in wistar white rats (Rattus norvegicus) induced by Aloxan. This type of research is a laboratory experiment using a completely randomized design. Test animals are grouped into 5 groups each consisting of 3 test animals. The negative control group (K-) was not treated, the positive control group (K +) was given metformin, groups 2, 3, and 4 were treated with different extract concentration of 200, 400, and 800 mg. Before the treatment was done the rats were examined the initial blood sugar level, then induced alloxan monohydrate 120 mg / kg BW intraperitonially (ip), and checked the blood sugar level on the 3rd day and continued with the administration of the leaf extracts of the animal every two days until the 14th day. The results showed that sesewanua leaf extracts with a concentration of 200, 400, and 800mg had a decreased activity in blood sugar levels from day 4 to day 14 with a decrease of 13.66 mg / dL in the concentration group 1, 43 mg / dL in the dose concentration 2, and 103 mg / dL in the concentration group 3. Keywords: Blood Glucose, Clerodendron squamatum Vahl., Flavonoids,  Rattus norvegicus ABSTRAKDaun sesewanua mengandung flavonoid yang dapat berpotensi sebagai antidiabetes. Flavonoid menurunkan kadar gula darah dengan cara menangkap radikal bebas penyebab kerusakan sel beta pankreas dan menghambat kerusakan sel beta pankreas. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah mengetahui efek aktivitas antidiabetes terhadap pemberian ekstrak Daun Sesewanua (Clerodendron squamatum Vahl.) pada Tikus Putih Galur Wistar (Rattus norvegicus) yang telah diinduksi Aloksan. Jenis penelitian ini adalah eksperimen laboratorium menggunakan rancangan acak lengkap. Hewan uji dikelompokan dalam 5 kelompok masing-masing terdiri dari 3 ekor hewan uji. Kelompok kontrol negatif (K-) tidak diberi perlakuan, kelompok kontrol positif (K+) diberikan metformin, Kelompok 2, 3, dan 4 diberi perlakuan dengan konsentras ekstrak yang berbeda-beda yaitu 200, 400, dan 800 mg. Sebelum perlakuan dilakukan tikus diperiksa kadar gula darah awal, kemudian diinduksi aloksan monohidrat 120 mg/kgBB secara intraperitonial (ip), dan diperiksa kadar gula darah pada hari ke-3 dan dilanjutkan dengan pemberian ekstrak daun sesewanua setiap dua hari sekali sampai hari ke-14. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa ekstrak daun sesewanua dengan konsentrasi 200, 400 , dan 800mg memiliki aktivitas penurunan kadar gula darah dari hari ke-4 sampai hari ke-14 dengan penurunan sebesar 13.66 mg/dL pada kelompok konsentrasi 1, 43 mg/dL pada kelompok konsentrasi 2, dan 103 mg/dL pada kelompok konsentrasi 3. Kata Kunci: Clerodendron squamatum Vahl., Flavonoid, Glukosa Darah, Rattus norvegicu