University Cooperation Research Articles

Trends in the development of transportation education

The rapid development of the transport industry requires the operation of technically complex systems and high-tech equipment. This is typical for all types of transport. The publications of a number of experts are considered, according to which the industry transport universities of the Russian Federation are assigned a leading role in the innovative development of transport. The features of industry transport education, foreign models of staffing in the transport industry are analyzed. The author’s map of the distribution of major transport universities in the world and universities that have transport faculties is presented. Analysis of expert opinions, trends in the field of vocational education and the characteristics of industry transport education, made it possible to identify trends in the development of transport education: blurring the boundaries between transport educational programs (EP); increasing the role of additional EP in the field of transport; increased demand for individual EP, implemented using the means of electronic information educational systems; development of forms of cooperation and collaboration of universities implementing programs in the field of transport; the emergence of new professions in the field of transport; demand for new competencies needed to solve non-routine analytical and non-routine interpersonal tasks. The key factor in the influence of education on technological development and economic growth is the quality of education. In this regard, the content of the EP in the field of transport becomes relevant. In the EP in the field of transport, it is necessary to take into account the following trends and technologies: acceleration of digitalization; development of virtual and augmented reality; automation of the entire life cycle; new materials; the emergence of new transport systems and supply chains; development of low-carbon and carbon-free energy systems.

Employment Prospects of Graduates From Sino-Foreign Cooperative Universities in China

This article aims to examine the employment prospects of graduates from Sino-foreign cooperative universities (SFCUs) compared with those from local Chinese universities. Drawing on the annual employment quality reports released by six SFCUs, the findings indicated that SFCU graduates had distinct advantages in terms of both further study and direct employment. Specifically, the overall employment rate reached 95.84%; over half of the graduates pursued further study abroad in world-class foreign universities, close to one-third continued further studies in elite domestic universities, and one-sixth were employed by transnational or local large organizations. These results suggest that SFCU graduates were equipped with distinct competitive advantages for employment, further supported by an affluent family background and the high-quality requirement for admission. Meanwhile, the findings also raise concerns about brain drain, economic flows, overeducation, reduced entrepreneurial passion, and unemployment dilemma for graduates from lesser known SFCUs.

The effect of triple helix cooperation on business innovation: The case of Spain

The aim of this study is to describe and analyse the possible synergic effect of the cooperation of Triple Helix agents, university, industry and government, on business innovation. We use data available in the PITEC database (Technological Innovation Panel), taking a sample comprising 11,769 Spanish firms from different sectors for the 2007–2016 period. The binomial logistic model used reveals that the cooperation of firms with any Triple Helix agent increases the likelihood of innovation regardless of the type (product innovation, process innovation or a combination thereof). It also concludes that the greater the number of Triple Helix model agents who cooperate, the greater the chances of business innovation, confirming the synergic effect between different agents.

COMPRENSIÓN DE LECTURA EN ESTUDIANTES UNIVERSITARIOS: UNA APROXIMACIÓN A SUS DIMENSIONES A PARTIR DEL MÉTODO DE TEORÍA FUNDAMENTADA

The incidence of shortcomings in reading comprehension about the academic performance of students of the Autonomous University Corporation of Cauca (Uniautónoma) and the Cooperative University of Colombia, Sede Popayán (UCC) is described. Through the qualitative method of grounded theory, a theoretical and conceptual review of the variables implicit in the problems of reading comprehension in university students is presented and an analysis of the various psychoeducational difficulties is offered, which, reflected in the institutional diagnoses and represented in the Discursive logics of students, teachers and managers, configure an intersubjective perception of the factors involved in the understanding of texts and their impact on the performance exhibited by students in the classroom. After conceptualizing the qualitative descriptive categories of the phenomenon, the work concludes with the formulation of some psycho-pedagogical strategies that contribute to reduce the academic difficulties linked to the low levels of reading comprehension evidenced in students of the two universities under study.

The influence of heads of departments’ instructional leadership, cooperation, and administrative support on school-based professional learning in Kuwait

This article investigates the influence of head of department instructional leadership, collegial cooperation, and school administration support on the perspectives of 649 teachers in Kuwait toward school-based professional learning. The study used a quantitative questionnaire, and teachers expressed positive school-based learning experiences. The multiple regression analysis revealed that this learning was significantly related to collegial cooperation, head of department instructional leadership, and school administrative support. The results of the study contribute to understanding the way that instructional leadership, cooperation, and school administration support interact and contribute to teachers’ school-based professional learning.

Cooperation Between Enterprises and Universities in Poland and the United States (Business Perspective)

Abstract The aim of the paper is an analysis of cooperation between enterprises and universities from a business perspective in Poland and the United States (USA). The article focuses on selected determinants from a business perspective. The determinants of the enterprises and university cooperation included areas of cooperation as well as the motivations and barriers for cooperation. Extended interviews were conducted in Poland and the USA using a questionnaire as the research tool. The results of the research showed differences between the enterprises and universities cooperation in Poland and the USA.

M2 Macrophage-Derived Exosomal miR-31-5p Facilitates Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma Tumourigenesis

Clinical and investigational proof indicates that tumour-related macrophages stimulate tumour initiation and development. Consequently, macrophage-derived molecular factors controlling OSCC initiation are not yet completely understood. Here, we show that M2 macrophage–regulated OSCC cell growth and tumorigenicity depend on M2 macrophage-derived exosomes (M2 exo). M2 exo exhibited a high level of miR-31-5p, and the M2 exo-mediated increase in OSCC cell proliferation and growth depended on this miRNA. Mechanistically, miR-31-5p was delivered to OSCC cells through M2 exo and complementary pairing with the LATS2 coding sequence, thus suppressing the expression of LATS2, which has been considered to be a major aspect inhibiting OSCC growth. Collectively, our findings demonstrate that M2 exo participate in OSCC tumorigenesis, and M2 exo mediate their tumour-inducing effect via the miR-31-5p/LATS2 axis of the Hippo signalling pathway in OSCC. This active and mutual communication among OSCC cells and M2 macrophages provides a novel strategy for treating OSCC. Funding Statement: This work was supported by research grants from the National Natural Science Foundation of China (21872026), the Outstanding Young scholar Foundation of Jiangsu Province, China (BK20170106), the Major Projects of Science and Technology Development Fund of Nanjing Medical University (NMUD2019001), the Open Fund of State Key Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, Nan-jing University, China (KF-GN-201903), the Southeast University and Nanjing Medical University Cooperative Research Project, China (2019DN0003), the Open Research Fund of State Key Laboratory of Bioelectronics, Southeast University. Declaration of Interests: None. Ethics Approval Statement: The study procedure was under the approval of the Ethics Committee of Stomatology Hospital Affiliated to Nanjing Medical University, and written informed consent was obtained from every patient.

TULOU: THE RAMMED EARTH DWELLINGS OF FUJIAN (CHINA). FUNCTIONAL, TYPOLOGICAL AND CONSTRUCTIVE FEATURES

Abstract. This research is focused on different aspects concerning two types of Tulou: Minnan and Hakka Tulou. Through the analysis of eight case studies, we managed to highlight the relation between typological-functional features and constructive ones aiming to offer a more orderly analysis of distinct models, divided into two substantially different families. Future studies will further analyse the knowledge of these rammed earth buildings by studying the phases of the construction site, conducting architectural surveys on the most important details and investigating the mechanical behaviour of both types. The future goal is the creation of a “Manuale del recupero dei Tulou” (Manual on Tulou restoration) in order to provide a guide for restoration and spread the knowledge about original materials and techniques applied in the construction of these unique rammed earth architectures. The research, which is currently ongoing, has been carried out by the Architecture Department of Roma Tre University in cooperation with Fuzhou University.

An improved solution for partner selection of industry-university cooperation

ABSTRACT Industry-University Cooperation (IUC) is recognised as an effective model for technological innovation, helping small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to seek opportunities from technological development and to achieve sustainable competitiveness. The study proposes an improved solution to resolve the 4 W questions commonly faced by SMEs, including identifying cooperative topics, comparing technology competitors, evaluating cooperative universities, and selecting research teams. Firstly, the Latent Dirichlet Allocation model is applied to extract sub-technology topics in a specific technology domain, and the patent clustering is analysed via K-means algorithm. Secondly, competitive and uncompetitive sub-technologies of the enterprise, as well as the geographical distribution of competitors in sub-technologies are analysed. Thirdly, the study proposes a new topic matching index (TMI) to help determine the best cooperative universities. Finally, the cooperation network is visualised to help identify the specific core research teams for each specific technology. The research team conducted an experimental study using real patent data on a ‘Blockchain’ technology enterprise to verify the proposed solution.

Lessons Learned in Maximizing Open Surgical Experience for Vascular Integrated Residents During the Nonvascular Months of Training

Open surgical experience remains a highly coveted area of vascular integrated surgery (VIS) training. VIS training recently decreased the number of required nonvascular rotations (NVR) from 24 to 18 months with further decreases on the horizon. Cooper University Hospital VIS program has developed a curriculum that maximizes open surgical exposure during NVR. The purpose of this study is to identify and compare our experience with national trends, identifying site specific and national high yield open experience NVRs. The Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) case log graduation statistics between 2012 and 2018 were compiled. Our institution’s ACGME case logs from 2015 to 2019 were likewise compiled. Primary outcome was the average number of nonvascular cases performed as first assist, surgeon junior, surgeon chief and teach assist. Secondary outcomes were the number of open vs minimally invasive cases (laparoscopic, thoracoscopic, etc) by VIS residents in abdominal, alimentary tract, trauma, thoracic, plastic surgery and transplant categories. A review of the VIS rotation schedules from the ACGME accredited programs was also performed. Number and type of NVR rotations were calculated by postgraduate year (PGY). A total of 185 VIS residents completed training during the study period. The abdominal category averaged the greatest number of cases during NVRs overall, however also had the greatest percentage of minimally invasive (laparoscopic) cases. Transplant and plastic surgery had the highest percentage of open cases (100%) (Fig 1). Our institution’s residents had comparable open and laparoscopic experience except in the cardiothoracic category, where the number of cases performed far exceeded the national average (Fig 2). When evaluating rotation schedules, 28 VIS programs’ schedules were available for review (46.7%). The top three PGY 1 rotations were general surgery followed by trauma and plastic surgery. The top three PGY 2 rotations were general surgery followed by critical care and transplant. Much of today’s general surgery experience for VIS residents on NVRs are minimally invasive surgeries. Both nationally and at Cooper, transplant and trauma provide the highest percentage of open surgical experience. Cardiothoracic cases provide the highest number of open cases both at our institution and nationally. General surgery is the most common NVR among VIS programs even though it provides a lower yield of open surgery experience for VIS residents. Increasing the number of cardiac surgery months in place of low-yield rotations may increase open surgical training for VIS residents.Fig 2Surgical experience nationally and at our institution on nonvascular rotations stratified by open vs minimally invasive.View Large Image Figure ViewerDownload Hi-res image Download (PPT)

The Impact of Social Support on Loneliness and Worry Among University Freshmen in Sagaing District, Myanmar

The impact of social support buffers most of the psychological problems such as loneliness and worry in the transition period for university freshmen. This loneliness and worry can lead to many freshmen suffering in less confidence and difficulties in interactions as a university student. The greater perceiving social support can alleviate loneliness and worry. The main aim of this study is to investigate the impact of social support on loneliness and worry among university freshmen. In this study, a quantitative approach was used. The sample was composed of 500 freshmen from four universities, Sagaing Technological University, Sagaing University of Education, Co-operative University (Sagaing) and Sagaing University. Social support perceived by university freshmen was measured by using Interpersonal Support Evaluation List (ISEL) including four subscales that are appraisal support, tangible support, self-esteem support and belonging support which consisted of 40 items. The Loneliness of freshmen was examined by using the Revised UCLA Loneliness Scale (RULS) consisted of 20 items. Freshmen’s worry was explored by using the Penn State Worry Questionnaire (PSWQ) which comprised of 16 items. According to descriptive statistics, all universities in the selected district gave the equal social supports to freshmen but freshmen felt that they perceived the appraisal support than other supports. The results of independent sample t-test showed that there were significant differences in social support, loneliness and worry by gender. Furthermore, the result of ANOVA showed that there were significant differences in loneliness and worry by universities. The result of correlation analyses described that there was significant interrelationship among social support, loneliness and worry. The results of this study highlighted that types of social support can impact on loneliness and worry of freshmen effectively. That is the main reason why social support should be provided as one of the effective ways to ease loneliness and worry for freshmen.

PENGARUH MODAL SENDIRI DAN MODAL PINJAMAN TERHADAP SISA HASIL USAHA PADA KOPERASI DOSEN DAN KARYAWAN UNIVERSITAS SLAMET RIYADI SURAKARTA

The purpose of this research is to analyze the significance of the influence of private equity and loan capital simultaneously significant effect against the rest of the results of efforts at Cooperative University Faculty and employees of the Slamet Riyadi. Research methods method using case studies, the data type of the data being used is qualitative and quantitative data, the source data used the data of secondary. Method of data collection used documentation. Technique of data analysis used a classic assumption test, multiple linear regression analysis, t-test, F-test and coefficient of determination. The research results obtained the conclusion that there is a significant and positive influence on the capital of its own against the rest of the business results. Capital lending significant negative effect against the rest of the business results. Private equity and loan capital in the influential simultan significantly to the rest of the business results.

Strategic Management and Development Trend of Sino-foreign Cooperative University in the New Era of Open Education Development

With China's higher education entering a new era of open development, the state clearly proposes to "carry out high-level cooperation in running schools with world-class resources, and further expand the opening up of education." Therefore, further strengthening the construction of Sino-foreign cooperative university coincides with the national development strategy. Sino-foreign cooperative university must seize this important historical opportunity, strengthen strategic management, and contribute to high-quality leapfrog development. In the face of the new era of open education development, Sino-foreign cooperative university should make full use of the high-quality education resources and institutional advantages introduced, and combine with the current development situation, make clear its own strategic positioning and focus, and take reasonable strategic measures.

Patents and Articles Related to Cooperation in Universities, Using Poisson Regression Models

University-industry cooperation is the formation of partnership relationships that exist in Science and Technology Institutions with industries, that is, it is the cooperation that exists between universities and industries. In this sense, there are several ways of forming relations between universities and industry, and for this to happen, it all boils down to cooperation, since both agents need to agree with certain achievements, there must be communication between them. Despite all the existing benefits, even if there is reciprocity between these agents that seek a common denominator, there are still divergences that remain as a difficulty factor for this cooperation, since there are several differences found in the academic and industrial environment. Thus, we sought to analyze how are the production of articles aimed at university-industry cooperation, as well as patents related to this subject, through specific bases. A forecast analysis was also carried out using the Poisson Regression models, where it was found, in the data of patents and articles, a superdispersion, therefore, it was necessary to adjust the deviation G ^ 2 or as known deviance, and with the adjustment of overdispersion the models were adequate and confirmed in the forecast made. We thank Capes and CNPq for their support and financial support.

A policy mix experiment to promote start-up success: exploratory evaluation of the NSF Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR)/Industry University Cooperative Research Center (IUCRC) membership supplement

This paper investigates the outcomes of a policy experiment, the NSF SBIR/IUCRC Membership Supplement, designed to promote the success of small high-tech entrepreneurial ventures by providing subsidized memberships in university-based cooperative research centers (IUCRCs). Data collected via semi-structured interviews with representatives of 61 Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) firms indicated that SBIR firms who used the supplement to join an IUCRC reported multiple R&D benefits including research cost avoidance, research savings, and access to expensive equipment. A vast majority of SBIR firms also reported realizing or anticipated realizing commercial benefits (e.g., new investors, new products, and improvements to existing products). As suggested by social capital theory, SBIR firms reported that the policy mix experiment helped them make new connections with faculty and industry. Following our qualitative results, a structural equation model was applied to test the effect of social capital as an antecedent of SBIR firm R&D and commercialization outcomes. Results suggested that the SBIR firms who developed more social capital through interactions with faculty and industry members realized significantly more R&D and commercialization benefits. Further, commercialization benefits mediated the relationship between social capital and the SBIR firm’s perceived return on investment. Overall, this study demonstrates the feasibility of subjecting mixed policy interventions to evaluative scrutiny and provides evidence that such instruments can have substantive and positive effects on small high-tech entrepreneurial ventures. We discuss implications for social capital theory, policy mix initiatives and entrepreneurship policy.

Factors Influencing Postoperative Morbidity in Women Undergoing Excisional Procedures of the Cervix [09H

INTRODUCTION: Pain, discharge, and bleeding are common after excisional procedures of the cervix. While generally benign, they can herald complications. Our hypothesis was that age, prophylactic antibiotics, smoking and/or diabetes might be associated with these postoperative concerns. METHODS: Medical records for women undergoing excisional or ablative procedures of the cervix at Cooper University Hospital from January 2013 to December 2018 were reviewed. There were 621 total subjects. Seventy-eight were excluded due to inadequate follow-up, yielding 543 analyzable procedures. Records were reviewed for pain, discharge, and bleeding. Subsequent interventions were then recorded. Age, smoking status, procedure type, prophylactic vaginal metronidazole usage (off-label) as well as smoking and diabetic history were collected. Descriptive data are reported as such, and proportions were analyzed via chi-squared tests. RESULTS: The average age of our subjects was 40.28 years (median 36.9, standard deviation 12.4). In total, 208 women re-presented with at least one postoperative concern following their procedure. Of these, 103 required intervention. Procedure type, postoperative prophylactic antibiotic usage (n=38), age greater than the median, and active smoking status (n=115) failed to predict postoperative complications. Former smokers (n=129, P=.047) did report more concerns, although they did not require more interventions (P=.14). CONCLUSION: Excisional and ablative procedures of the cervix are essential for the prevention of cervical cancer in patients with moderate to severe cervical dysplasia. Postoperative complaints of pain, bleeding and discharge are common and bothersome for patients. Based on our retrospective review, age, prophylactic vaginal metronidazole, smoking and diabetes were not associated with worse postoperative outcomes.

Considerations for Drug Interactions on QTc in Exploratory COVID-19 Treatment.

HomeCirculationVol. 141, No. 24Considerations for Drug Interactions on QTc in Exploratory COVID-19 Treatment Free AccessResearch ArticlePDF/EPUBAboutView PDFView EPUBSections ToolsAdd to favoritesDownload citationsTrack citationsPermissions ShareShare onFacebookTwitterLinked InMendeleyReddit Jump toFree AccessResearch ArticlePDF/EPUBConsiderations for Drug Interactions on QTc in Exploratory COVID-19 Treatment Dan M. Roden, MDCM, Robert A. Harrington, MD, Athena Poppas, MD and Andrea M. Russo, MD Dan M. RodenDan M. Roden Dan M. Roden, MDCM, Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, 1285B Medical Research Building-IV, 2215B Garland Avenue, Nashville, TN 37232. Email E-mail Address: [email protected] Division of Cardiovascular Medicine and Clinical Pharmacology, Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, Nashville, TN (D.M.R.). Search for more papers by this author , Robert A. HarringtonRobert A. Harrington Department of Medicine, Stanford University, CA (R.A.H.). Search for more papers by this author , Athena PoppasAthena Poppas Cardiology Division, Brown University School of Medicine, Providence, RI (A.P.). Search for more papers by this author and Andrea M. RussoAndrea M. Russo Electrophysiology and Arrhythmia Services, Cooper University Hospital, Camden, NJ (A.M.R.). Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology Fellowship Program, Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, Camden, NJ (A.M.R.). Search for more papers by this author Originally published8 Apr 2020https://doi.org/10.1161/CIRCULATIONAHA.120.047521Circulation. 2020;141:e906–e907Other version(s) of this articleYou are viewing the most recent version of this article. Previous versions: April 8, 2020: Ahead of Print Hydroxychloroquine and azithromycin have been touted for potential prophylaxis or treatment for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Both drugs are listed as definite causes of torsade de pointes on crediblemeds.org. There are occasional case reports of hydroxychloroquine prolonging the QT interval and provoking torsade de pointes1–4 when used to treat systemic lupus erythematosus. Antimalarial prophylactic drugs, such as hydroxychloroquine, are believed to act on the entry and postentry stages of SARS-CoV (severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus) and SARS-CoV-2 (severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2) infection, likely through effects on endosomal pH and the resulting underglycosylation of angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 receptors that are required for viral entry.5The widely used antibiotic azithromycin is increasingly recognized as a rare cause of QT prolongation,6,7 serious arrhythmias,8,9 and increased risk for sudden death10; advanced age and female sex have been implicated as risk factors. It is interesting that azithromycin also can provoke nonpause-dependent polymorphic ventricular tachycardia.11,12 The US Food and Drug Administration Perspective supported the observation that azithromycin administration leaves the patient vulnerable to QTc interval prolongation and torsade de pointes.13Basic electrophysiologic studies suggest that both hydroxychloroquine and azithromycin can provoke proarrhythmia by mechanisms beyond blockage of IKr implicated in usual cases of torsade de pointes.14,15 The effect of the combination of these agents on QT or arrhythmia risk has not been studied. There are limited data evaluating the safety of combination therapy. Multiple randomized trials are currently being initiated.Seriously ill patients often have comorbidities that can increase the risk of serious arrhythmias. These include hypokalemia, hypomagnesemia, fever,16 and an inflammatory state.17 Mechanisms to minimize arrhythmia risk include the following:Electrocardiographic/QT interval monitoringWithhold the drugs in patients with baseline QT prolongation (eg, QTc ≥500 ms) or with known congenital long QT syndrome.Monitor cardiac rhythm and QT interval; withdraw the drugs if QTc exceeds a preset threshold of 500 ms.In critically ill patients with COVID-19, frequent caregiver contact may need to be minimized, so optimal electrocardiographic interval and rhythm monitoring may not be possible.Correction of hypokalemia to >4 mEq/L and hypomagnesemia to >2 mg/dLAvoidance of other QTc-prolonging agents5 whenever feasibleSafety considerations for use of hydroxychloroquine and azithromycin in clinical practice have been described.18Some of the current drugs repurposed for COVID-19 treatment are listed in the Table.Table. TdP Potential and Postmarketing Adverse Events Associated With Possible COVID-19 Repurposed PharmacotherapiesPossible COVID-19 TreatmentCredibleMeds.org ClassificationVT/VF/TdP/LQTS in FAERSCardiac Arrest in FAERSRepurposed antimalarial agents ChloroquineKnown risk7254 HydroxychloroquineKnown risk222105Repurposed antiviral agent Lopinavir/ritonavirPossible risk2748Adjunct agent AzithromycinKnown risk396251COVID-19 indicates coronavirus disease 2019; FAERS, US Food and Drug Administration Adverse Event Reporting System; LQTS, long QT syndrome; TdP, torsade de pointes; VF; ventricular fibrillation; and VT, ventricular tachyarrhythmia. Modified from Giudicessi et al5 with permission from the publisher. Copyright © 2020 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research.DisclosuresDr Roden has nothing to disclose. Dr Harrington is the president of the American Heart Association (unpaid) and served on the Stanford Healthcare Board of Directors from 2016 to 2018 (unpaid). Dr Poppas is the president of the American College of Cardiology. Dr Russo is the president of the Heart Rhythm Society; receives research study support from Boehringer Ingelheim, Boston Scientific, and Medilynx (all funding to the hospital); and serves on the Research Steering Committee for Boston Scientific and the Apple Heart Study (no honoraria).FootnotesThe opinions expressed in this article are not necessarily those of the editors or of the American Heart Association.https://www.ahajournals.org/journal/circDan M. Roden, MDCM, Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, 1285B Medical Research Building-IV, 2215B Garland Avenue, Nashville, TN 37232. Email dan.[email protected]org

On the Content of higher technical education curricula abroad: Current Trends (Review)

Researchers consider the discrepancy between university educational programs and engineering practice to be the common problem of higher technical education today. The changes taking place at higher technical school abroad demonstrate the search for solutions of engineering education problems in developed countries. Understanding current trends in the content of higher technical education curricula in those countries will help to identify the most effective ways to solve common problems of engineering education. The article presents the results of the analysis of innovative changes taking place in the higher technical education curricula content abroad nowadays. The research materials were articles in peer-reviewed journals included in the SCOPUS database published from 2009 to 2018, proceedings of conferences held by international engineering communities. The factual basis of the study was the curricula for training engineers at a number of foreign leading universities. As a result of the research, the following innovations in the content of higher technical education curricula were identified: 1) introduction of sustainable development principles into the engineering curricula; 2) the inclusion of modules on the basics of management, entrepreneurship and innovation into the curricula, the creation of interdisciplinary programs leading to double degrees in engineering and management; 3) cooperation of universities with partner enterprises in the development of curricula; 4) the internationalization of engineering curricula, the training of future engineers for global engineering activities. The CDIO approach is considered as an innovative basis for the design of educational programs for future engineers. Those changes in the engineering curricula are aimed at bridging the gap between the contents of engineering educational programs and industrial practice, the development of competencies necessary for successful professional engineering activities, and, as a result, they contribute to improving the quality of higher technical education.

Cooperation of Universities with Business in Poland and the USA – Perspective of Scientific Environment

Abstract University and business cooperation offers many benefits not only for the parties involved. It translates into innovation and competitiveness of the economy. The relationship encounters many barriers that are related to the environment (both internal and external) in which it is implemented. The aim of the article is to identify the determinants of university-business cooperation (areas of cooperation, barriers, motivations) and to point out recommendations from the perspective of scientists in Poland and the United States (USA). The experience of USA researchers can be used as a background for considerations about cooperation between universities and business in Poland, and as an example of good practices for the purpose of supporting and improving the analyzed relationships. The article focuses on selected determinants of university and business cooperation: areas of cooperation, barriers limiting it, motivations for cooperation and the possible options for its improvement (recommendations of researchers). In order to achieve the assumed goals, an individual, in-depth interview was conducted with the use of a questionnaire as the research tool. The presented results of the research showed significant differences between the models of university and business cooperation in Poland and the USA.

Preface

The International Conference of Biomass and Bioenergy 2019 was successfully conducted by Surfactant and Bioenergy Research Center (SBRC), IPB University in cooperation with International Society of Biomass and Bioenergy (ISBB); Niigata University of International and Information Studies; Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS, Malaysia; Korea Institute of Energy Research, South Korea; College of Engineering, Villanova University, USA; Biomass Project Research Center, Hiroshima University, Japan; and was supported by The Indonesian Oil Palm Estate Fund (BPDP Sawit), PT. Bogor Life Science and Technology IPB, PT. Adev Natural Indonesia, Indonesian Biofuel Producers Association (APROBI), and IPB University, on 19-20 August 2019 in Bogor, Indonesia. This conference with the theme of Biomass and Bioenergy, A Pathway for Sustainable Development Goals was the fourth international scientific conference on biomass and bioenergy in Indonesia. This conference is conducted annually to raise current global issues in biomass and bioenergy fields.The committee accepted 45 of over 54 papers which were presented in the conference and the selected papers are published in this ICBB 2019 proceedings. These papers were classified into the following groups:1. Production Technology of Bioenergy,2. Biomaterial and Biochemical,3. Feedstock, Business, Environment.List of Reviewers of International Conference of Biomass and Bioenergy 2019 are available in this pdf.