Wichita State University

About: Wichita State University is a education organization based out in Wichita, Kansas, United States. It is known for research contribution in the topics: Population & Poison control. The organization has 4988 authors who have published 9563 publications receiving 253824 citations. The organization is also known as: WSU & Fairmount College.

A Contingency Perspective of Communication, Conflict Resolution and Buyer Search Effort in Buyer‐Supplier Relationships

Abstract: SUMMARY This study investigates the moderating effects of buying context on the relationship between communication elements and the effort buyers exert while searching for new suppliers throughout a buyer-supplier relationship development process A mail survey of members of the Institute for Supply Management™ was conducted and the data were analyzed using moderated regression The results suggest that company size, buyer experience, relationship duration and relationship importance affect the association between a buyer's search effort and the communication elements Interestingly, the buying context affects the relationship between search effort and the communication elements in different ways and to a different extent in each stage of the relationship development process

The Role of Social-Emotional Learning In Bullying Prevention Efforts

Abstract: This article examines how social emotional learning contributes to bullying prevention efforts in schools. Bullying behavior is impacted by multiple levels of the social-ecology of schools. Social emotional learning (SEL) is a structured way to improve a wide range of students' social and emotional competencies and impact bullying at the individual and peer levels of the school social-ecology. SEL has been shown to be an effective component in comprehensive bullying prevention interventions and other interventions targeting problems such as substance abuse. SEL programs have also been shown to improve student skills, reduce problem behaviors, and increase academic achievement. This article discusses how skills taught in SEL programs contribute to bullying prevention and shows the research links between SEL skills and bullying. Specific suggestions are provided for teachers of ways to support student skill acquisition and strengthen the gains provided by SEL programs.

Recent progress on conventional and non-conventional electrospinning processes

Abstract: Electrospinning is a process of producing micro- and nanoscale fibers using electrostatically charged polymeric solutions under various conditions. Most synthetic and naturally occurring polymers can be electrospun using appropriate solvents and/or their blends. Because of the fascinating properties of electrospun fibers, electrospinning has recently attracted enormous attention worldwide. Initially, this method did not receive much industrial attention due to lower production rates, costs, and lack of interest in size, shape, and flexibility of electrospun nanofibers. However, with the advancement of needleless electrospinning, multiple needles in series, near-field electrospinning techniques, and nanotechnology in particular, this is no longer an issue. This paper outlines the recent progress on the production of various sizes and shapes of fibers using conventional and non-conventional electrospinning processes (e.g., rotating drum and disc, translating spinnerets, rotating strings of electrodes in polymeric solutions, and forcespinning) and presents a complete view of electrospun fiber productions techniques and the resultant products’ applications in different fields to date.

Vertical Farming: Social Work and Sustainable Urban Agriculture in an Age of Global Food Crises

Abstract: Environmental concerns, including issues of ecological justice, attention to sustainability, and focus on issues of food security have gathered increased momentum in social work. This article will trace the background of sustainable urban agriculture as a partial solution to the issue of global food insecurity and its impact on marginalised urban populations. It will review the development of a sustainable agricultural initiative called vertical farming and suggest that it holds promise for communities struggling with chronic food security problems. It will outline some tentative steps social work may consider in order to become more fully involved in support of vertical farming initiatives.

Cardiovascular fitness as related to leg strength in adults with mental retardation

Abstract: The purpose of this study was to compare cardiovascular fitness to leg strength of young adults (mean age = 25.2 yr) with mental retardation (MR) with and without Down syndrome (DS) and to determine whether a relationship exists. Thirteen adults (9 males, 4 females) with DS and 24 adults (16 males, 8 females) with MR but without DS participated in this study. Cardiovascular capacity (VO2peak) for each subject was determined by a treadmill test (GXT) and isokinetic knee flexion and extension strength (peak torque and average power) were determined by isokinetic dynamometry. Results generally demonstrated significant positive relationships (P < 0.05) between VO2peak and isokinetic leg strength (r = 0.61), with the relationship being substantial mainly for subjects with Down syndrome (r = 0.84). The results of this study suggest that leg strength may be an important contributor to VO2peak for persons with mental retardation.