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Research Title: On some generalized numerical radius inequalities for Hilbert space operators
Author: Hani Yousef Mohammad Kawariq, Published Year: 2024
Faculty: Science
Abstract: In this paper, it is shown, among other inequalities, that if A, B ∈ B(H), then, for p > 1, we have
Keywords: Numerical radius, norm inequality, Schatten p-norm.
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Research Title: Evaluating the Jordanian university graduates’ entrepreneurship skills
Author: Shadi Mohammad Al-Tahat, Published Year: 2023
Int. J. Business Innovation and Research, Vol. 32, No. 2
Faculty: Business
Abstract: Entrepreneurship is fundamental to modern economics and
technological development, and is vital to transitioning towards an
interconnected digital economy, which requires adequate entrepreneurial skills
that support this development. This study aimed to reveal the ability of
Jordanian university graduates in some majors to pursue entrepreneurial work
by examining their possession of entrepreneurial skills. This study utilised the
descriptive, analytical approach on a sample of 322 graduate students. The
study found that the degree of entrepreneurial skill possession among Jordanian
university graduate students was moderate. However, graduates with prior
work experience were found to have a significantly greater degree of
entrepreneurial skills possession than those without. Moreover, among
university graduates who have prior work experience, entrepreneurship
personal skills were most available, followed by entrepreneurship technical
skills, whereas entrepreneurship management skills were the least available.
The study recommends universities enhance their course plan by adding
practical courses to develop entrepreneurial skills.
Keywords: entrepreneurship personal skills; EPS; entrepreneurship; management skills; entrepreneurship technical skills; ETS; Jordanian university graduates’.
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Research Title: The impact of entrepreneurial behavior on entrepreneurial human resources management: The mediating role of entrepreneurial orientation
Author: Shadi Mohammad Al-Tahat, Published Year: 2024
Problems and Perspectives in Management, Volume 22, Issue 1
Faculty: Business
Abstract: Entrepreneurial human resources management can establish competitive advantages
by consistently fostering superior human resources contributions within companies.
This is achieved through the development of skilled employees who are passionate
about delivering quality products and services. This study sets out to explore the role
of entrepreneurial orientation for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), particularly
the relationship between entrepreneurial behavior and entrepreneurial human
resource management. An online questionnaire technique was used to meet the research
objectives. The study sample consisted of 356 participants from human resource
management departments from 30 SMEs in the Al-Hassan Industrial Estate (HIE) in
northern Jordan. The structural equation modeling (SEM) was used to examine the
data. The results displayed that entrepreneurial behavior positively and significantly
impacts both entrepreneurial human resources management and entrepreneurial orientation.
Additionally, entrepreneurial orientation positively impacts entrepreneurial
human resources management. Entrepreneurial orientation partially mediates the
relationship between entrepreneurial behavior and entrepreneurial human resources
management. According to these findings, human resources management policies and
practices influence the level of entrepreneurship within an organization
Keywords: entrepreneurial behavior, entrepreneurial human resources management, entrepreneurial orientation, SMEs
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Research Title: Pesticides: An alarming detrimental to health and environment
Author: Balakumar Chandrasekarn, Published Year: 2024
Science of The Total Environment, 915
Faculty: Pharmacy
Abstract: Pesticides are chemical substances of natural or synthetic origin that are used to eradicate pests and insects. These are indispensable in the agricultural processes for better crop production. Pesticide use aims to promote crop yield and protect the crops from diseases and damage. Pesticides must be handled carefully and disposed of appropriately because they are dangerous to people and other species by default. Environmental pollution occurs when pesticide contamination spreads away from the intended plants. Older pesticides such as lindane and dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane (DDT) may remain in water and soil for a longer time. These accumulate in various parts of the food chain and cause damage to the ecosystem. Biological techniques in the management of pest control such as importation, augmentation, and conservation, and the accompanying procedures are more efficient, less expensive, and ecologically sound than other ways. This review mainly focuses on the consequences on the targeted and non-targeted organisms including the health and well-being of humans by the use of pesticides and their toxicity. The side effects that occur when a pesticide's LD50 exceeds the accepted limit through oral or skin penetration due to their binding to various receptors such as estrogen receptors, GABA, EGFR, and others. These pesticide classes include carbamates, pyrethroids, organochlorides, organophosphorus, and others. The current study seeks to highlight the urgent requirement for a novel agricultural concept that includes a major reduction in the use of chemical pesticides.
Keywords: Pesticides; health; environment
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Research Title: Big Data Analytics and AI for Green Supply Chain Integration and Sustainability in Hospitals
Author: Heba Mohammad Ahmad Hatamlah, Published Year: 2023
WSEAS TRANSACTIONS on ENVIRONMENT and DEVELOPMENT, volume 19
Faculty: Business
Abstract: This paper examines how big data analytics and AI improve hospital supply chain sustainability.
Hospitals are recognizing the need for eco-friendly operations due to environmental issues and rising healthcare
needs. It analyzes data from 68 UK hospitals using a conceptual model and partial least squares regressionbased structural equation modeling. The research begins by examining hospital supply networks' environmental
impact. Energy use, trash, and transportation emissions are major issues. It then explains how big data analytics
and AI can transform these implications. This study prioritizes big data analytics for inventory management,
demand forecasting, and procurement. Hospitals can reduce inventory, waste, and supply shortages using datadriven insights, saving money and the environment. AI also boosts hospital supply chain logistics and
transportation efficiency, according to the study. Fuel consumption, carbon emissions, and delivery routes are
optimized by AI. Predictive maintenance preserves medical equipment. In conclusion, hospital supply chains
benefit greatly from big data analytics and AI. Hospitals can improve the healthcare business, reduce their
environmental impact, and preserve resources for future generations. Healthcare leaders, politicians, and
researchers seeking data-driven solutions for sustainable hospital supply chains gain valuable insights.
Keywords: Green supply chain, Sustainability in healthcare, Big data analytics, Artificial intelligence (AI), Hospital logistics, Environmental impact, Inventory management, Healthcare sustainability.
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Research Title: Adolescents' online health information seeking: Trust, e-health literacy, parental influence, and AI-generated credibility
Author: Heba Mohammad Ahmad Hatamlah, Published Year: 2024
International Journal of Data and Network Science , Volume 8 Issue2
Faculty: Business
Abstract: Adolescents increasingly turn to online sources for health information, raising concerns about the
credibility of information and its impact on their behaviors. This study explores the factors shaping adolescents' online health information seeking (OHIS) behaviors. The study surveyed 381
adolescents to assess trust in online health information, eHealth literacy, parental behaviors, and
AI-generated credibility scores. Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) was used to analyze data
and test hypotheses based on the Social Cognitive Theory. Trust in online health information
positively influenced disease-related OHIS behaviors (β = 0.24, p < 0.05) and fitness-related
OHIS behaviors (β = 0.18, p < 0.05). Higher eHealth literacy correlated with increased diseaserelated OHIS behaviors (β = 0.32, p < 0.05) and fitness-related OHIS behaviors (β = 0.28, p <
0.05). Parental OHIS behaviors influenced adolescents' disease-related OHIS behaviors (β = 0.16,
p < 0.05) and fitness-related OHIS behaviors (β = 0.22, p < 0.05). Parental OHIS mediation positively mediated these relationships (H7, H8). Higher AI-generated credibility scores associated
with more disease-related OHIS behaviors (β = 0.20, p < 0.05) and fitness-related OHIS behaviors
(β = 0.15, p < 0.05). Adolescents' eHealth literacy mediated these relationships (H11, H12). Trust,
eHealth literacy, parental influence, and AI-generated credibility play vital roles in shaping adolescents' OHIS behaviors. Educators should prioritize enhancing eHealth literacy and promoting
credible online sources to improve adolescents' health information seeking practices. This study
contributes insights into the factors influencing adolescents' OHIS behaviors, emphasizing the
role of parental mediation and AI-generated credibility scores. The findings inform the development of targeted health education interventions to encourage responsible online health information seeking among adolescents.
Keywords: Information Trustworthiness Health Information Sources Adolescents' Information Behavior Healthcare Decision-making AI
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Research Title: The behavior of strengthened RC beams under pure torsion using NSM-CFRP rope
Author: Ala Taleb Obaidat, Published Year: 2024
International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, ,
Faculty: Engineering and Technology
Abstract: Abstract
Purpose – The paper aims to introduces an experimentalwork to investigate the torsional behavior of reinforced concrete (RC) beams strengthened by near-surfacemounted (NSM) carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) ropes.
Design/methodology/approach – In this research, nine rectangular RC beams of 250 mm 3 300 mm cross section and 1,600 mm in length were constructed and tested considering the studied parameters. These parameters include the length of the CFRP rope, the orientation of the CFRP rope, the arrangement of longitudinal and the scheme of NSM-CFRP ropes.
Findings – In comparison to control specimens, the results demonstrate a considerable improvement in the torsional response of RC beams strengthened with the CFRP rope. Additionally, specimens strengthened with 908 vertical ropes increase torsional moment capacity more efficiently than specimens strengthened with 458 inclined ropes since the stress concentration leads to premature debonding of the CFRP rope. Whereas RC beams’ ability to withstand torsional moments is reduced as the distance between reinforcing CFRP ropes is increased. According to test results, adding CFRP ropes to RC beams’ bottoms had a slightly positive impact on torsional response.
Originality/value – This paper fulfills an identified need to study how the using of the CFRP rope is effective in strengthening RC beam subjected to torsion moment.
Keywords: Reinforced concrete beam, Angle of twist, Torsion, Strengthening, NSM-CFRP rope
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Research Title: The behavior of strengthened RC beams under pure torsion using NSM-CFRP rope
Author: Ala Taleb Obaidat, Published Year: 2024
International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, ,
Faculty: Engineering and Technology
Abstract: Abstract
Purpose – The paper aims to introduces an experimentalwork to investigate the torsional behavior of reinforced concrete (RC) beams strengthened by near-surfacemounted (NSM) carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) ropes.
Design/methodology/approach – In this research, nine rectangular RC beams of 250 mm 3 300 mm cross section and 1,600 mm in length were constructed and tested considering the studied parameters. These parameters include the length of the CFRP rope, the orientation of the CFRP rope, the arrangement of longitudinal and the scheme of NSM-CFRP ropes.
Findings – In comparison to control specimens, the results demonstrate a considerable improvement in the torsional response of RC beams strengthened with the CFRP rope. Additionally, specimens strengthened with 908 vertical ropes increase torsional moment capacity more efficiently than specimens strengthened with 458 inclined ropes since the stress concentration leads to premature debonding of the CFRP rope. Whereas RC beams’ ability to withstand torsional moments is reduced as the distance between reinforcing CFRP ropes is increased. According to test results, adding CFRP ropes to RC beams’ bottoms had a slightly positive impact on torsional response.
Originality/value – This paper fulfills an identified need to study how the using of the CFRP rope is effective in strengthening RC beam subjected to torsion moment.
Keywords: Reinforced concrete beam, Angle of twist, Torsion, Strengthening, NSM-CFRP rope
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Research Title: Development and Characterization of High-Energy Protein Bars with Enhanced Antioxidant, Chemical, Nutritional, Physical, and Sensory Properties
Author: Zaher Qassim Al-Bashabsheh, Published Year: 2024
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Faculty: Allied Medical Sciences
Abstract: Protein-rich energy bars are known as an excellent nutritional supplement for athletes that
help to build and repair connective tissues. The study is, therefore, aimed at developing high-protein bars using lupine seeds, wheat germ, and selected dried fruits including raisins, dates, apricots,
and cranberries. Different formulations (F1, F2, F3, and F4) were performed at different ratios of
ingredients to produce high-protein bars and compared them with a control bar made of wheyprotein concentrate and oat flakes. For this purpose, a proximate analysis, total phenol content, total
flavonoid content, DPPH radical scavenging activity, water content, nutritional, and sensory analysis was performed to evaluate the results. The proximate analysis of the produced protein bars
showed a significantly higher protein content (22 ± 2) and total phenolic activity (57 ± 33) in formulation group 4 as compared to the other groups. Furthermore, the least water activity content was found in formulation group 1 (1 ± 0.0) when compared with the control group (1 ± 0.0). The results
from the sensory evaluation revealed that T3 had the highest average scores in overall consumer
acceptability. Our study found that total phenolic, flavonoid, and fiber content were significantly
higher in the prepared protein bars indicating prospective health benefits when compared to the
control group. Overall, the study demonstrates that high-protein bars using functional ingredients
like dried fruit can provide enriched nutritionally valuable food options for consumers.
Keywords: protein bars; proximate analysis; DPPH; phenolic content; flavonoid content; sensory analysis
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Research Title: Development and Characterization of High-Energy Protein Bars with Enhanced Antioxidant, Chemical, Nutritional, Physical, and Sensory Properties
Author: Hani Jameel Mohammad Hamad, Published Year: 2024
Foods, 13
Faculty: Allied Medical Sciences
Abstract: Abstract: Protein-rich energy bars are known as an excellent nutritional supplement for athletes that
help to build and repair connective tissues. The study is, therefore, aimed at developing high-protein
bars using lupine seeds, wheat germ, and selected dried fruits including raisins, dates, apricots,
and cranberries. Different formulations (F1, F2, F3, and F4) were performed at different ratios of
ingredients to produce high-protein bars and compared them with a control bar made of wheyprotein
concentrate and oat flakes. For this purpose, a proximate analysis, total phenol content, total
flavonoid content, DPPH radical scavenging activity, water content, nutritional, and sensory analysis
was performed to evaluate the results. The proximate analysis of the produced protein bars showed
a significantly higher protein content (22 ± 2) and total phenolic activity (57 ± 33) in formulation
group 4 as compared to the other groups. Furthermore, the least water activity content was found in
formulation group 1 (1 ± 0.0) when compared with the control group (1 ± 0.0). The results from the
sensory evaluation revealed that T3 had the highest average scores in overall consumer acceptability.
Our study found that total phenolic, flavonoid, and fiber content were significantly higher in the
prepared protein bars indicating prospective health benefits when compared to the control group.
Overall, the study demonstrates that high-protein bars using functional ingredients like dried fruit
can provide enriched nutritionally valuable food options for consumers.
Keywords: protein bars; proximate analysis; DPPH; phenolic content; flavonoid content; sensory analysis
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