Background: The aim of our study is to report the clinical and radiological outcomes of a series of prospectively enrolled patients who have had double-row transosseous equivalent rotator cuff repairs, where all-suture anchors were used as medial-row anchors, with a minimum follow-up of 1 year. Methods: Twenty-two consecutive patients underwent arthroscopic transosseous equivalent double-row rotator cuff repair using all-suture anchors as medial-row anchors. Oxford Shoulder Score, Constant Score and Visual Analogue Scale pain score, together with shoulder range of motion, were used preoperatively and at 3 months, 6 months and final follow-up. Radiological evaluation was performed with magnetic resonance imaging at one-year post surgery to assess the structural integrity of the repair and the rate of cyst formation in greater tuberosity. Results: The patient mean age was 61 years (range 46-75). Minimum follow-up was 1 year, and the mean final follow-up was 15 months (range 12-24). Healing failure in our patients was less than 5% (1/22 patients). There were significant improvements in shoulder function outcome scores at final follow-up. The Constant and Oxford scores were 78 and 44 at final follow-up respectively. There were similar magnitudes of improvement in range of motion (combined abduction and rotation), pain score and supraspinatus strength at final follow up. The improvements in outcome scores were already statistically significant at 3 months (P<. 001). Using Kim’ s classification for cyst formation on T2-weighted MRI images, we observed no fluid or minimal fluid collection in 85% of the patients (17/22 patients). There were no correlations between the grade of bone changes and the clinical outcomes. Conclusion: It is safe to use all-suture anchors as medial-row anchors when performing double-row anchor transosseous equivalent rotator cuff repairs. The purported advantages of all-suture anchors may outweigh their perceived disadvantages in rotator cuff repair surgery.

The research purpose was to examine the relationship between the career anchors and performance of school administrator. The study was correlational and the sample size was calculated using the Cochrane formula based on which 133 people using stratified random sampling method were selected from among all school administrators in elementary, middle and high schools in Sanandaj in the school year 2012-2013. The research tools included Schein career anchors questionnaire and a researcher-made questionnaire of the administrator performance. Pearson correlation coefficient and path analysis by SPSS and Amos were used to analyze the data. The results revealed a significant positive relationship between the career anchors (technical/ functional competence, managerial competence, autonomy/independence, security/ stability, entrepreneurial creativity and pure challenges) and the performance of administrator. However, path analysis indicated that anchors autonomy/ independence, security/ stability and entrepreneurial creativity influence performance of administrator.

Introduction: Career anchor identifies job-related values and capabilities. Eight career anchors are: Functional-Technical, General Managerial, Autonomy & Independence, Security & Stability, Creativity & innovation, Serve & Dedication, Pure Challenge, and Lifestyle anchor. Each person has a special career anchor. Knowing the career anchors of employees is important both for the individuals themselves and for the managers of the organization. Adapting the career anchor to the nurse's work leads to improved work outcomes. Methods: This is a correlational study. Data collection tools included background characteristics, job satisfaction and job anchors questionnaire which consisted of eight anchors of Functional-Technical, General Managerial, Autonomy & Independence, Security & Stability, Creativity & innovation, Serve & Dedication, Pure Challenge, and Lifestyle. After obtaining the ethical approve, the link of electronic questionnaires was provided to all nurses working in the hospitals of East Azerbaijan University of Medical Sciences (about 4000 nurses). Inclusion criteria were having at least a bachelor's degree and employment as a clinical nurse and exclusion criteria were not completing more than 10% of the items by the respondents. Data were analyzed in SPSS 16 by descriptive, analytical and regression tests. Results: Data from 470 nurses were analyzed. The mean and standard deviation of the participants' age and work experience were 35. 97±, 7. 29 and 12. 16±, 6. 90, respectively. According to the results, the most dominant career anchors were the anchors of lifestyle, serve & dedication, and security and stability, respectively. The lowest scores were related to the Creativity & innovation anchor and the General Managerial anchor. The job satisfaction score was also in the middle range (12. 99±, 14. 46 from the range of 15 to 75). Job satisfaction scores were also moderate. After adjusting the confounders, the relationship between job satisfaction score and anchors of lifestyle, general management, functionaltechnical and autonomy & independence was significant. Conclusions: According to the findings, adjusting work shifts and stabilizing employment positions are recommended to increase job satisfaction and align the career anchor with the nursing job.

The load displacement relationship of shallow rigid strip anchors embedded in sands and subjected to uplift pressures has been examined by using the finite element method. The soil medium is modeled as a linear elastic-perfect plastic material following Mohr-Coulomb failure criterion and an associated flow rule. The computed load displacement response is presented in non-dimensional form. The ultimate failure load is expressed in the form of non-dimensional uplift factor Fg, the variation of which is plotted as a function of soil friction angle (f) and the embedment ratio (l) of the anchor. The magnitudes of Fg, as well as the displacements of anchor at failure are found to increase with the increases in the values of the anchor embedment ratio and the angle of shearing resistance of soils. In all the cases, it was seen that even at complete collapse, the soil mass lying just vertically above the anchor remains more or less non plastic. The failure of the anchor occurs on account of the development of a thin curved plastic shear zone emerging from the bottom of the anchor and then extending up to the ground surface.

Granular Pile Anchor (GPA) considers one of the solution foundation techniques, designed to mitigate the lifting of the sole resulting from expansive soils. This study work is to investigate the uplift movement response of GPA in expansive soil and evaluation performance in this soil. The effects of several parameters, such as length (L) of GPA and diameter (D), the thickness (H) of expansive clay layer and the existence sandy soil layer are investigated. The results evidenced the effectiveness and ability of GPA to reduce the lifting movement of the expansive soil and presented that the lifting movement can be decreased with rising length to some extent and the GPA diameter. The lifting movement of GPA-Foundation System is controlled by 3 separate variables, these are L/H and L/D ratios and diameter. The lifting movement can be decreased by up to (47%) if GPA is embedded in layer of expansive soil at L/H = 1, and by 83% if GPA is in expansive soil and extensive sandy soil is embedded at L/H = 1.4 with the similar GPA diameter and foundation.

Background and objective: Anchors of the progressive pathway are inspirational factors of work which are the cause of the existence of a strong sense that make the job relaxing, interesting and exciting. The purpose of this study was to present a process model of job anchors for employees of the Tehran General Education Department. Method: This was a qualitative study using purposive sampling and semi-structured interviews with 15 experts from the General Department. Continuous comparative method was used for data analysis in Strauss and Corbin's grounded theory approach during three stages of open, axial and selective coding. In order to further validate the results of this qualitative research that was conducted after extracting the main concepts and sub-categories, the Delphi method was used to perform the necessary adjustments. Findings: The job anchors of the General Department staff have the dimensions, technical-functional competence, managerial competence, security, creativity, independence, self-sacrifice, self-sacrifice, sheer challenge and style. Also, causal conditions, contextual factors, strategies, confounding conditions, and outcomes of job anchors were extracted using the foundation data theory method. Results: If the organization focuses on its employees' job anchors based on the factors influenced in this model, it will be a civilized organization in which organizational hope and human resource sustainability can be achieved and employees attain personal growth.

The main purpose of this study was to study the relation between quality of work life and four career anchors among the personnel of Isfahan’s iron foundry organization. The descriptive correlation method was used in this research. The population was all the personnel of iron foundry organization in Isfahan including 1200 managers, experts and staffs of the organization which 400 personnel were selected as the sample by cluster sampling method. The research instruments were two questionnaires made by the researcher. The quality of work life questionnaire was devised based on Richard Walton model and had 48 items; the career anchors questionnaire was devised based on Edgar Shine model and had 40 items including four anchors: exploring, establishing, maintaining, and retiring. These two questionnaires utilized a Li kert-type 5 point scale. The validity of the questionnaire was confirmed by the experts and Cronbach’s alpha internal consistency reliability estimate for quality of work life was 0.79 and for career anchors was 0.89. The research data were analyzed using Pearson correlation coefficient, one– way ANOVA, and step by step regression. Findings showed that social dependence; social integrity in work organization, obeying the law in organization, and life general atmosphere has a significant difference among eight factors of quality of work life. In other word, social dependence, social integrity in work organization, obeying the law in organization, and life general atmosphere had effect on the four career anchors while the other factors have no significant effect on the four career anchors. Moreover, it could be mentioned that the quality of work life in any career anchors of the personnel of iron foundry organization was at the average level.

News anchors, as one of the key elements of media, play a significant role in attracting audiences, building trust and credibility, and achieving persuasive influence. This capacity is particularly important in countering the potential threats posed by hostile media outlets. The present study aims to examine the impact of personal characteristics of news anchors on audience trust and persuasion, ultimately proposing a model for selecting anchors in national news networks. The research follows a mixed-method approach, combining both qualitative and quantitative methods. In the first phase, 30 experts in the fields of persuasion and news communication were consulted to identify key persuasive factors. In the second phase, 384 audience members were surveyed to assess and compare the persuasive effectiveness of different news anchors. According to respondents, current shortcomings in anchoring include lack of appeal, insufficient expertise and skills, low passion for the role, inadequate attention to appearance, limited autonomy, fear of criticism or failure, poor teamwork, disregard for feedback, and resistance to constructive criticism. Based on insights from both experts and audiences, the study concludes that "creative anchoring" represents the most effective model for national media. The two foundational pillars of this model are anchor creativity and audience persuasion. Keywords: Anchoring, Persuasion, National Media, Audience, Creativity.   Introduction One of the most fundamental reasons for the emergence of mass communication tools has been the need to inform societies. From the beginning, the main function expected from media was to fulfill the informational needs of the public through news, reports, and analysis. News has always been a defining element in the history of mass media, shaping both political and social transformations. Trust in media is therefore as vital as trust in political institutions. If people believe that news is not manipulated and censorship is justified for national interest, they may tolerate information gaps. Trust in the media depends largely on the credibility of the source, which includes both expertise and reliability. In the age of digital technologies and mobile news access, media trustworthiness is more important than ever. In this context, TV news anchors play a crucial role in audience persuasion, and studying their characteristics can help improve audience engagement and trust in national broadcasting.   Materials & Methods This study employed a mixed-methods approach combining both qualitative and quantitative research phases to provide a comprehensive understanding of the persuasive elements of news anchors and their influence on audience trust and engagement in Iran’s national media. The qualitative phase was conducted first, utilizing a purposive snowball sampling method to identify 30 media professionals and scholars specializing in persuasion and broadcast journalism. These experts participated in in-depth, semi-structured interviews aimed at identifying the critical personal and communicative traits that contribute to the persuasive power of news anchors. The interview protocol included open-ended questions regarding factors such as emotional delivery, credibility, appearance, voice modulation, spontaneity, and creative autonomy in delivering news content. The second phase consisted of a quantitative study conducted with a representative sample of 384 national television viewers, selected based on Morgan’s sampling table. These respondents were surveyed using a structured questionnaire designed to measure perceptions of different anchors’ persuasive impact, trustworthiness, and appeal. The questionnaire incorporated demographic information and Likert-scale items measuring audience evaluations across multiple dimensions, including expertise, appearance, speech clarity, emotional resonance, perceived sincerity, and adaptability. SPSS software was employed to analyze quantitative data using descriptive and inferential statistical methods such as frequency distribution, mean comparison, and correlation analysis.   Discussion & Result The results of this study demonstrate a clear misalignment between the current structure of news anchoring in Iran’s national media and the evolving expectations of its viewership. While anchors are expected to fulfill traditional roles of neutrality and professionalism, audiences increasingly demand emotional authenticity, creativity, and individual style. The research shows that persuasive anchoring requires a balance between informational clarity and emotional resonance—both of which are currently underemphasized in the national broadcaster's performance evaluation and anchor training procedures. From a theoretical perspective, these findings confirm the centrality of McLuhan’s communication theory, particularly the idea that the “message is the medium. ” In the case of televised news, the anchor is not merely a messenger but the embodiment of the message’s credibility and emotional impact. If the anchor fails to establish trust or fails to persuade through verbal and non-verbal cues, the message itself loses effectiveness, regardless of its factual accuracy. The study identifies “creative anchoring” as the most viable model to bridge this gap. This approach positions the anchor as a semi-autonomous communicator who can infuse individuality, emotional tone, and context-specific adaptation into news delivery. Creative anchors do not merely read from a script but reinterpret the message in real-time to maximize resonance and clarity for their specific audience segment. Based on both expert opinion and empirical data, the creative anchoring model hinges on two strategic pillars: (1) fostering creativity among anchors through structural reform and training, and (2) reorienting anchor performance metrics toward persuasion and trust-building outcomes rather than just procedural compliance. Operational implications of the study suggest that national media institutions must revise their recruitment criteria and retraining protocols. Rather than prioritizing rigid formality, institutions should invest in anchor development programs focusing on voice training, emotional delivery, improvisation, and audience analysis. Anchors must also be granted greater editorial and performative flexibility to respond to real-time developments and societal moods. In conclusion, the study establishes that news anchors serve as more than passive conveyors of information,they are strategic communicators whose personal traits significantly affect media credibility, audience engagement, and ultimately, the public trust in national institutions. Failing to recognize this reality can further erode viewership and public reliance on domestic media sources. Thus, embracing creativity and psychological persuasion within anchoring is not a luxury—it is a necessity for the survival and relevance of national media in an increasingly competitive information environment.   Conclusion This study highlights the strategic role of news anchors in shaping public trust and media credibility in Iran’s national broadcasting system. By combining qualitative insights from experts with quantitative audience data, the research demonstrates that anchors are not merely news readers but central figures in the communication process. Their emotional authenticity, clarity of speech, adaptability, and creative delivery are critical to persuasive broadcasting. The current formal and restrictive anchoring model no longer meets the evolving expectations of a digitally engaged audience. Introducing the "creative anchoring" model—focused on emotional engagement and individualized delivery—can significantly enhance audience trust and connection. For national media to remain relevant, reforms are essential in recruitment, training, and performance evaluation, aligning them with persuasion-oriented goals. Ultimately, embracing creativity and human-centered communication strategies will empower national anchors to act as effective mediators between the state and society, restoring confidence in domestic media amid a rapidly changing information landscape.