Emotional Intelligence as a Moderator of the Relationship Between Psychopathic Personality Traits and Relational Aggression

Psychopathy is a robust predictor of aggressive behavior and psychopathic personality traits have been shown to predict relational aggression in non-clinical samples of college students. Given the manner in which emotional intelligence appears to be useful in navigating complex social interactions, some have suggested that it may be involved in certain forms of deceitful or manipulative behavior, including those that may be part of relational aggression. The current project evaluated the role of psychopathic personality traits and emotional intelligence in the prediction of relational aggression among college students. In addition to examining the direct relationship of these variables to relational aggression, we sought to determine if emotional intelligence would moderate the relationship between psychopathic traits and relational aggression (i.e., would the strength of the relationship between psychopathic traits differ depending on participants’ levels of emotional intelligence?). Archival data (N = 274) were analyzed using a hierarchical multiple regression. Psychopathic personality traits were positively correlated with relational aggression, emotional intelligence was inversely related to relational aggression, and emotional intelligence moderated the relationship of psychopathic traits to relational aggression. Contrary to what was expected, emotional intelligence weakened this relationship (i.e., the positive relationship between psychopathic traits and relational aggression was somewhat weaker for students with higher levels of emotional intelligence)

The Correlation Between Eating Utensils and Place of Sales in the Contamination of Escherichia Coli in Food Sold at Campus Food Stalls

Up to now, in general, the safety of food that is sold at any canteens in the campuses, the eating utensils are handled and the food stalls are managed are still uncertain. This research was aimed to understand the correlation between the eating utensils handling and the contamination of Escherichia coli (E. coli) in the food sold by the food vendors in the campus. The cross-sectional design research applied on the food stalls in the university campus in Depok with a total number of 173 consumers as respondents. The variables observed as independent variables were the sanitation of the eating utensils and the sanitation of the dining place. The examination method of the Most Probable Number (MPN) for E. coli was conducted to assess the food’s hygiene. The data analyzed using the chi-square test and followed by the logistic regression. The result showed that more than half of the food samples (59.54%) were contaminated by E. coli. The storage place of the eating utensils was most significantly correlated with the E. coli contamination of the served food with an OR=0.45 (0.21-0.87). Therefore, it is necessary to promote the awareness of this risk and reinforce supervision by the Health Authorities and by the management of the place of sales to provide guidance to the food vendors and to the consumers as well. Further research is recommended to observe the E. coli contamination through clean water, eating utensils, the hands of the consumers and the napkins used to wipe dry the eating utensils

Lean Manufacturing Approach to Reduce Wastefulness During Production of Train Car-Body Using VALSAT Method

Based on the National Statistics Bureau, the number of train passengers in Indonesia has steadily increased; hence, it has increased demands for train car bodies. Train production in Indonesia is conducted by PT. Train Industry (INKA), Madiun. A manufacturing enterprise that processes raw materials into finished goods through a complicated process before delivering the goods to consumers. During the process, wasteful activities frequently occur and do not add any value stream. Wasteful activities extend and delay the production process, which harms the company. This research was conducted at the Fabrication Division of the train manufacture company, PT. INKA, Madiun. It is aimed to identify and minimize wasteful activities during train car body production process conducted by the Fabrication Division using Lean Manufacturing approach. Analysis on wasteful activities is conducted using Value Stream Mapping with Process Activity Mapping (PAM) and Supply Chain Response Matrix (SCRM) and calculated with VALSAT. Based on the research findings, the most wasteful activity is waiting time. Waiting time is caused by the delay in the arrival of raw materials, which causes further delay in production time, unfit machinery capability and barely-skilled labors. Based on PAM, wasteful activities, which are mostly caused by delays in non-value adding activity (NVA), took up 271.5 hours or 16.80% of total production time. Based on SCRM, total lead time of car body production until it reached the Finishing Division amounted to 131 days. After analysis, suggestions for improvement are given to minimize wasteful activities. Based on the suggestions, a decrease in NVA was achieved at 88.67% rate and lead time decreased by 15.64%.     Keywords: lean manufacturing, wastefulness, Value Stream Mapping, VALSA

Pengaruh Keselamatan Dan Kesehatan Kerja Terhadap Kepuasan Kerja Karyawan (Studi Pada Karyawan Bagian Produksi PT Hankook Tire Indonesia, Cikarang)

The aim of this study is to know simultaneously and partially the effect of occupational safety and health on employee job satisfaction. This type of research used was explanation with quantitative approach. This method is used to explain the relationship variables were studied and the relationship between one variable to another variable. Methods of data collection in this research using questionnaires and documentation. The analysis technique used is descriptive analysis, multiple linear regression analysis, F test and t test. Based on the results of the analysis showed that safety and health simultaneous effect on job satisfaction of employees is 37.3% while the remaining 62.7% is influenced by other variables not examined in this study. Safety is partially affected by the significant value of 0.000 is smaller than α = 0.05. Occupational health while also partially influenced by the value of 0.004 is smaller than α = 0.05. It is expected that PT Hankook always maintain the health and safety so that employees feel satisfied in their work

The use of high frequency oscillations to guide neocortical resections in children with medically-intractable epilepsy: How do we ethically apply surgical innovations to patient care?

AbstractPurposeResective surgical strategies are increasingly applied to treat medically-intractable epilepsy in children as uncontrolled seizures are associated with poor cognitive, developmental and behavioral outcomes. Innovative surgical strategies are, however, needed to improve outcomes and minimize the morbidity of such procedures.MethodThe current article utilizes an axiological approach to explore and highlight ethical issues in the use of high frequency oscillations (HFOs) to guide surgical resections in children with medically-intractable epilepsy. We frame our discussion in the context of the broader challenges in the application of surgical innovation to patient care.ResultsDespite a paucity of knowledge regarding their pathogenesis, limited evidence suggests the use of HFOs as biomarkers of epileptogenicity in resective procedures can improve seizure outcome. Clinicians must therefore weigh deficiencies in knowledge against the limited evidence supporting the utility of HFOs and make ethical decisions for the treatment of individual patients. Important ethical considerations for clinicians include the extent of deviation from established practice, the extent of evidence required to establish clinical validity, and the impact of technique implementation on equitable distribution of healthcare.ConclusionThe use of HFO signatures to guide neocortical resections represents a novel approach for the treatment of epilepsy. It is hoped that the issues discussed herein will contribute to and advance meaningful dialog on the ethical application of this surgical innovation to the treatment of a very vulnerable patient population

Dance ‘Becoming’ Knowledge

International audienceIn this article we discuss the possibility of presenting the unique qualities of ‘the body’ in contemporary dance practice through tailored digital choreographic objects. We reflect on some implications of abstraction in cognitive science, and on ‘the body’ as a site of exploration and knowledge in the realm of social, moral, and relational being

Predictors of seizure outcomes in children with tuberous sclerosis complex and intractable epilepsy undergoing resective epilepsy surgery: an individual participant data meta-analysis.

ObjectiveTo perform a systematic review and individual participant data meta-analysis to identify preoperative factors associated with a good seizure outcome in children with Tuberous Sclerosis Complex undergoing resective epilepsy surgery.Data sourcesElectronic databases (MEDLINE, EMBASE, CINAHL and Web of Science), archives of major epilepsy and neurosurgery meetings, and bibliographies of relevant articles, with no language or date restrictions.Study selectionWe included case-control or cohort studies of consecutive participants undergoing resective epilepsy surgery that reported seizure outcomes. We performed title and abstract and full text screening independently and in duplicate. We resolved disagreements through discussion.Data extractionOne author performed data extraction which was verified by a second author using predefined data fields including study quality assessment using a risk of bias instrument we developed. We recorded all preoperative factors that may plausibly predict seizure outcomes.Data synthesisTo identify predictors of a good seizure outcome (i.e. Engel Class I or II) we used logistic regression adjusting for length of follow-up for each preoperative variable.ResultsOf 9863 citations, 20 articles reporting on 181 participants were eligible. Good seizure outcomes were observed in 126 (69%) participants (Engel Class I: 102(56%); Engel class II: 24(13%)). In univariable analyses, absence of generalized seizure semiology (OR = 3.1, 95%CI = 1.2-8.2, p = 0.022), no or mild developmental delay (OR = 7.3, 95%CI = 2.1-24.7, p = 0.001), unifocal ictal scalp electroencephalographic (EEG) abnormality (OR = 3.2, 95%CI = 1.4-7.6, p = 0.008) and EEG/Magnetic resonance imaging concordance (OR = 4.9, 95%CI = 1.8-13.5, p = 0.002) were associated with a good postoperative seizure outcome.ConclusionsSmall retrospective cohort studies are inherently prone to bias, some of which are overcome using individual participant data. The best available evidence suggests four preoperative factors predictive of good seizure outcomes following resective epilepsy surgery. Large long-term prospective multicenter observational studies are required to further evaluate the risk factors identified in this review

Antioxidant Theranostic Copolymer-Mediated Reduction In Oxidative Stress Following Traumatic Brain Injury Improves Outcome In A Mouse Model

Following a traumatic brain injury (TBI), excess reactive oxygen species (ROS) and lipid peroxidation products (LPOx) are generated and lead to secondary injury beyond the primary insult. A major limitation of current treatments is poor target engagement, which has prevented success in clinical trials. Thus, nanoparticle-based treatments have received recent attention because of their ability to increase accumulation and retention in damaged brain. Theranostic neuroprotective copolymers (NPC3) containing thiol functional groups can neutralize ROS and LPOx. Immediate administration of NPC3 following injury in a controlled cortical impact (CCI) mouse model provides a therapeutic window in reducing ROS levels at 2.08–20.83 mg kg−1 in males and 5.52–27.62 mg kg−1 in females. This NPC3-mediated reduction in oxidative stress improves spatial learning and memory in males, while females show minimal improvement. Notably, NPC3-mediated reduction in oxidative stress prevents the bilateral spread of necrosis in male mice, which is not observed in female mice and likely accounts for the sex-based spatial learning and memory differences. Overall, these findings suggest sex-based differences to oxidative stress scavenger nanoparticle treatments, and a possible upper threshold of antioxidant activity that provides therapeutic benefit in injured brain since female mice benefit from NPC3 treatment to a lesser extent than male mice