Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Psychopathy and deception detection using indirect measures

Purpose. The goal of the current study was to examine psychopathy and indirect measures of deception detection.Methods. Undergraduate students (N=444) viewed video clips of adult male offenders telling true and false stories about crimes. For each story, participants rated indirect measures of deception (thinking hard, nervousness, emotional arousal, and attempting to control behaviour) and credibility. Participants also chose the story they believed to be true and rated the confidence in their decision. Offenders were rated on the psychopathy checklist - revised.Results. Consistent with past research, deception detection accuracy was at chance level and unrelated to confidence. Ratings on indirect measures by undergraduates did not distinguish true and false statements in offenders. Psychopathic offenders were less successful at deception than non-psychopathic offenders. Psychopathic traits were associated with lower perceived credibility during deception and ratings of thinking harder while lying.Conclusions. The results suggest that indirect measures of deception detection may be less useful in offender samples. Further, the findings are consistent with the general inability of psychopathic offenders to demonstrate superior deception skills in empirical studies. Indirect measures of deception uniquely related to psychopathic traits offer new insight into the relationship between psychopathy and deception. Language: en
What Exactly Are Positive and Negative Evidence in Sla?

While terms and their relation to the practices they supposedly represent continue to be loosely defined in SLA, the theoretical debates and empirical comparisons surrounding them will have limited consequence. The purpose of this paper is to identify the range of differing linguistic behaviours included under POSITIVE and NEGATIVE EVIDENCE with a view to offering a greater clarification of the two terms from a learner's perspective. Unfortunately, evidence can be potentially enlightening just as it can be potentially misleading, and an attempt is made to identify both the former and the latter cases. If we can understand the evidences and situations that can lead to potential confusion we may be closer to offering students actual evidence that can lead them nearer to the truth.
The POU transcription factor UNC‐86 controls the timing and ventral guidance of Caenorhabditis elegans axon growth

The in vivo mechanisms that coordinate the timing of axon growth and guidance are not well understood. In the Caenorhabditis elegans hermaphrodite specific neurons (HSNs), the lin‐4 microRNA controls the stage of axon initiation independent of the UNC‐40 and SAX‐3 ventral guidance receptors. lin‐4 loss‐of‐function mutants exhibit marked delays in axon outgrowth, while lin‐4 overexpression leads to precocious growth in the L3 larval stage. Here, we show that loss of the POU transcription factor UNC‐86 not only results in penetrant ventral axon growth defects in in the HSNs, but also causes processes to extend in the L1, three stages earlier than wild‐type. This temporal shift is not dependent on UNC‐40 or SAX‐3, and does not require the presence of lin‐4. We propose that unc‐86(lf) HSN axons are misguided due to the temporal decoupling of axon initiation and ventral guidance responses. Developmental Dynamics 240:1815–1825, 2011. © 2011 Wiley‐Liss, Inc.
CoViCAD: Comprehensive Visualization of Coronary Artery Disease

We present novel, comprehensive visualization techniques for the diagnosis of patients with coronary artery disease using segmented cardiac MRI data. We extent an accepted medical visualization technique called the bull's eye plot by removing discontinuities, preserving the volumetric nature of the left ventricular wall and adding anatomical context. The resulting volumetric bull's eye plot can be used for the assessment of transmurality. We link these visualizations to a 3D view that presents viability information in a detailed anatomical context. We combine multiple MRI scans (whole heart anatomical data, late enhancement data) and multiple segmentations (polygonal heart model, late enhancement contours, coronary artery tree). By selectively combining different rendering techniques we obtain comprehensive yet intuitive visualizations of the various data sources.
Exploiting Base Station Caching in MIMO Cellular Networks: Opportunistic Cooperation for Video Streaming

We propose a novel MIMO cooperation framework called the cache-induced opportunistic cooperative MIMO (Coop-MIMO) for video streaming in backhaul limited multicell MIMO networks. By caching a portion of the video files, the base stations (BSs) opportunistically employ Coop-MIMO transmission to achieve MIMO cooperation gain without expensive payload backhaul. We derive closed form expressions of various video streaming performance metrics for cache-induced opportunistic Coop-MIMO and investigate the impact of BS level caching and key system parameters on the performance. Specifically, we first obtain a mixed fluid-diffusion limit for the playback buffer queueing system. Then we derive the approximated video streaming performance using the mixed fluid-diffusion limit. Based on the performance analysis, we formulate the joint optimization of cache control and playback buffer management as a stochastic optimization problem. Then we derive a closed form solution for the playback buffer thresholds and develop a stochastic subgradient algorithm to find the optimal cache control. The analysis shows that the video streaming performance improves linearly with the BS cache size BC, the transmit power cost decreases exponentially with BC, and the backhaul cost decreases linearly with BC.
The implementation and development of an objective structured clinical examination in the community pharmacy course of a select Gulf-region academic institution (Ras Al Khaimah College of Pharmaceutical Sciences): a pilot study

Background: Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs) were used to assess translational pharmacotherapeutic skills of a Gulf-region representative academic institution. Aim: The aim of the current study was to assess the clinical skills of students enrolled within the third year Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm) programme within Ras Al Khaimah College of Pharmaceutical Sciences. For this purpose, designated OSCE stations were constructed and the results documented. In so doing, the results of the OSCE study allowed for pioneering documentation of the assessed skills within the geographical region at hand. Method: A 20-station OSCE was constructed. The assessment examination consisted of a battery of 16 active and 4 rest stations. Of the stations included, three were interactive in nature. The final assessment formed an integral appraisal tool for the Community Pharmacy course. In addition, student satisfaction and performance in the relevant stations were assessed and compared to Objective Structured Practical Examinations and other currently used assessment tools in the course. Results: Interactive stations 11 and 13 reflected the greatest average score. The majority of students reported that the OSCE examination was relatively more difficult compared to other assessment methods. Conclusion: The design and implementation of the OSCE within our institution represents a cornerstone in pharmaceutical higher education. In addition, this assessment tool can be used to shape and tailor pharmacy education standards and professional development programmes in the future. Results obtained could form a platform in recognising clinical and educational weaknesses which could be avoided during the residency year of a particular student.
Lung structure and function of infants with recurrent wheeze when asymptomatic

Infants with recurrent wheeze have repeated episodes of airways obstruction; however, relatively little is known about the structure and function of their lungs when not symptomatic. The current authors evaluated whether infants with recurrent wheeze have smaller airway lumens or thickened airway walls, as well as decreased airway function. High-resolution computed tomography images 1 mm thick were obtained at three anatomic locations at an elevated lung volume and at functional residual capacity. Forced expiratory flows were also measured in subjects with recurrent wheeze. Airway lumen, wall areas and lung tissue density were not significantly different for recurrent wheeze (n = 17) and control (n = 14) subjects; however, subjects with recurrent wheeze had lower forced expiratory flows than predicted. Similar findings were obtained when subjects were grouped by exposure to tobacco smoke. These findings indicate that infants with recurrent wheeze, as well as exposure to tobacco smoke, have lower airway function when not symptomatic. The lower forced expiratory flows may result from a degree of airway narrowing that could not be resolved with the methodology employed or from other mechanisms, such as more collapsible airways or decreased pulmonary elastic recoil.
Magnesium Aluminate Spinel Ceramics Containing Aluminum Titanate for Refractory Applications

The thermal shock resistance of alumina-rich magnesium aluminate spinel refractory ceramics with aluminum titanate as second phase was investigated. First, suitable thermal conditions for the formation of aluminum titanate from corundum and rutile were determined. Ground pre-synthesized aluminum titanate was added to the spinel powder. According to another route, alumina and titania powder were mixed with the spinel raw material in order to form the aluminum titanate in situ during sintering. Test bars were prepared by means of slip casting and sintered at 1650 °C. The bending strength of both types of as-sintered samples with aluminum titanate was significantly lower in comparison with pure spinel ceramic, but their thermal shock resistance was improved. When the test bars were quenched five times from 950 or 1150 °C, the retained strength of the materials with aluminum titanate was higher than that of the pure spinel samples.
Local Governance and the Online Networked Public Sphere—A Case Study

ABSTRACT What are the prospects for the Web enhancing the local governance process by providing a networked public sphere? This article addresses this question by researching online local civic activity associated with a case study of a UK local government referendum. Drawing upon social network analysis theory, this research first of all applies relational hyperlink analysis to map and structurally analyze the hyperlinked network. Second, it draws upon a network ethnography approach to identify and then interview key actors associated with this network. The results suggest a need for policy intervention to counter the distinct homophily effects and “politics as usual” scenario uncovered in the local online network.
Simultaneous Capacitive and Electrothermal Position Sensing in a Micromachined Nanopositioner

This letter reports a micromachined nanopositioner with capacitive actuation together with capacitive and electrothermal sensing on a single chip. With the actuation voltage of 60 V, the electrostatic actuator can achieve a maximum displacement of 2.32 μm. The displacement can be simultaneously measured using capacitive and electrothermal sensors. Both sensors are calibrated to operate at a sensitivity of 0.0137 V/V. The electrothermal sensor is found to display 1/f noise, which affects the low-frequency measurements obtained from this device. However, at higher frequencies, it displays a lower noise power spectral density when compared with the capacitive sensor. The comparisons of frequency responses, power consumptions, and noise performances are presented in this letter.
Gender Differences in Using Language

The differences between men and women in using language have been studied long time before. This paper mainly discussed the differences from the aspects of pronunciation, intonation, vocabulary, syntax, manners, attitudes, and non-verbal differences in using language between men and women. Besides the differences in various aspects, the paper tries to record the changes of these differences. On the basis of these differences and changes, the paper also tries to make some explanation to these differences and changes.
Auto Generation of Textile Patterns Based on IFS

Based on the IFS (Iterated Function System) image generation theory, the IFS codes of a designed circular pattern were calculated, and the image was generated in accordance with the IFS codes by using the Visual Basic program. The fantastic computer images were easily edited by Photoshop and converted into textile patterns. The computer simulation effect shows the applying prospect of fractal images.
Pseudomonas sax Genes Overcome Aliphatic Isothiocyanate–Mediated Non-Host Resistance in Arabidopsis

Natural-product effectors of disease resistance in Arabidopsis reveal complementary disabling mechanisms in the pathogen. Most plant-microbe interactions do not result in disease; natural products restrict non-host pathogens. We found that sulforaphane (4-methylsulfinylbutyl isothiocyanate), a natural product derived from aliphatic glucosinolates, inhibits growth in Arabidopsis of non-host Pseudomonas bacteria in planta. Multiple sax genes (saxCAB/F/D/G) were identified in Pseudomonas species virulent on Arabidopsis. These sax genes are required to overwhelm isothiocyanate-based defenses and facilitate a disease outcome, especially in the young leaves critical for plant survival. Introduction of saxCAB genes into non-host strains enabled them to overcome these Arabidopsis defenses. Our study shows that aliphatic isothiocyanates, previously shown to limit damage by herbivores, are also crucial, robust, and developmentally regulated defenses that underpin non-host resistance in the Arabidopsis-Pseudomonas pathosystem.
Personality, situation, and positive–negative asymmetry in socially desirable responding

Based on previous research on socially desirable responding and positive—negative asymmetry, we hypothesized that (i) impression management is higher in public than in private settings, (ii) personal ideals linked to exemplification, ingratiation, and intimidation are related to an impression management tendency, (iii) negatively keyed social desirability items receive more extreme responses than positively keyed items, and (iv) self‐esteem is correlated higher with negatively than with positively keyed self‐deception items. Based on Jones and Pittman's (1982) model, exemplification, ingratiation, and intimidation are defined as impression management strategies that aim at presenting oneself as worthy, likable, or dangerous, respectively. Principally, the results obtained in a public setting (N=177) and a private setting (N= 165) support these hypotheses. The overall pattern of findings suggests that both context and personal ideals exert an influence on impression management scores, and that the keying direction of an item may be an important psychological determinant of a test response.
Confirmatory Factor Analysis of the BEM Sex-Role Inventory

Confirmatory maximum likelihood factor analyses of the long and short versions of Bern's Masculinity and Femininity scales were conducted using two samples. The long-form Femininity Scale contained a number of items that did not load properly on the hypothesized factor. The short form of the inventory was more homogeneous than the long form and provided a better fit to the data than both two- and four-factor models of the long form.
ANRIL is associated with the survival rate of patients with colorectal cancer, and affects cell migration and invasion in vitro.

Antisense noncoding RNA in the INK4 locus (ANRIL) has been reported to be upregulated in various types of human cancer, and is also highly expressed in normal human tissue. The aim of the present study was to identify whether ANRIL may be a possible target for colorectal cancer (CRC) therapy. Reverse transcription‑quantitative polymerase chain reaction was used to quantify the expression levels of the long noncoding RNA (lncRNA) ANRIL in 97 paired CRC and adjacent non‑neoplastic tissue samples. In addition, the HT29 and RKO human CRC cell lines underwent ANRIL RNA interference, and knockdown efficiency was evaluated by western blotting. Cell viability, and migratory and invasive ability were subsequently assessed. The CRC tissues were revealed to express higher levels of ANRIL lncRNA compared with the adjacent non‑neoplastic tissues (P<0.05). Furthermore, high ANRIL expression was significantly associated with reduced survival rate (P<0.05). ANRIL gene expression was successfully silenced in human CRC cells. ANRIL knockdown decreased proliferation, inhibited migration and invasion, and reduced the colony‑forming ability of the cells. These data indicated that the lncRNA ANRIL is upregulated in CRC tissues, and is associated with CRC cell pathogenesis. Furthermore, the underlying mechanisms of these effects may be exploited for therapeutic benefit.
Measuring the Monetary Value of Social Relations: A Hedonic Approach

This paper presents an application of the hedonic approach to measure the monetary price of social relations. We use micro data for housing and labor markets in the 103 Italian province capitals to estimate the price of relational amenities and construct monetary indices of quality of relational life. We focus on time spent with friends, active participation in associations and frequency of going out for leisure activities as relational amenities, while controlling for standard amenities such as weather, environment, services, and socio-demographic characteristics. We find that individuals are willing to pay a positive and significant monetary price to live in cities where people spend more time with their friends. A one standard deviation increase in the share of those who meet their friends most frequently is worth an extra € 1150 per year in terms of higher housing costs and foregone wages.
Adopters' Relationships with Their Adopted Children from Adolescence to Early Adulthood

Problematic behaviour in adopted teenage children often stems from their very early experiences. In examining the evolution of the relationship between parents and their adopted children from adolescence to early adulthood David Howe identifies three types of adoption, each associated with a distinct pattern of pre-placement care. On the basis of this classification the quality of parent-child relationships is explored at two key stages: when the adopted person is 16 and over 23. In addition, the adopters interviewed in Howe's study provided their own long-term views of the adoption process when looking back. Those who managed to survive the most stressful years often reported much more relaxed, reciprocal relationships with their grown-up children. But they also underlined the importance of expert advice and support to help see them through the worst times. Conclusion
Strategies to Increase Parent Participation in IEP Conferences

Parental involvement in the education of hand­ icapped children has been mandated with the passage of P.L. 94-142, The Education for All Handicapped Children Act. Recent research, however, has indicated that often parents are not active decision-makers in the development of the individualized education program or IEP (Gilliam, 1979; Goldstein, Strickland, Turnbull, & Curry, 1980). The purpose of the study presented here was to determine the effectiveness of two interven­ tion strategies on parental contributions to the IEP conference. The involvement strategies were: (a) sending parents questions prior to the IEP conference with a follow-up telephone call; and (b) having the school counselor present as a parent advocate at the conference. METHOD Forty-five parents of learning disabled children were chosen from five elementary schools in one local education agency to be observed at IEP conferences. The parents selected from each school were divided randomly into three groups. The first group of 15 parents were sent ques­ tions before the conference concerning their goals for their child, the student's educational potential, and the development of an IEP. The second group of parents had the school guid­ ance counselor present at each conference in the role of parent advocate. No intervention strategies were used with the 15 parents in the control group.
RXTE Spectral Observations of the 1996-1997 Outburst of the Microquasar GRO J1655–40

Excellent coverage of the entire 16 month 1996-1997 outburst cycle of GRO J1655-40 was provided by the Rossi X-Ray Timing Explorer (RXTE). We present a full spectral analysis of these data, which includes 52 Proportional Counter Array spectra from 2.5 to 20 keV and High Energy X-Ray Timing Experiment spectra above 20 keV. We also include a nearly continuous All-Sky Monitor light curve with several intensity measurements per day. The data are interpreted in the context of the multicolor blackbody disk/power-law model. The source exhibits two principal outburst states which we associate with the very high and the high/soft states. During the very high state, the spectrum is often dominated by a power-law component with photon index (Γ) ~ 2.3-2.7. The source exhibits intense hard flares on timescales of hours to days which are correlated with changes in both the fitted temperature and radius of the inner accretion disk. During the high/soft state, the spectrum is dominated by the soft thermal emission from the accretion disk with spectral parameters that suggest approximately constant inner disk radius and temperature. The power-law component is relatively weak with Γ ~ 2-3. During the last few observations, the source undergoes a transition to the low/hard state. We find that a tight relationship exists between the observed inner radius of the disk and the flux in the power-law component. During intense hard flares, the inner disk radius is observed to decrease by as much as a factor of 3 on a timescale of days. The apparent decrease of the inner disk radius observed during the flares may be due to the failure of the multicolor disk model caused by a steepening of the radial temperature profile in the disk coupled with increased spectral hardening and not physical changes of the inner disk radius. The distortion of the inner disk spectrum by the power-law flares indicates that the physical mechanism responsible for producing the power-law emission is linked to the inner disk region. Assuming that our spectral model is valid during periods of weak power-law emission, our most likely value for the inner disk radius implies a* < 0.7. Such a low value for the black hole angular momentum is inconsistent with the relativistic frame dragging and the "diskoseismic" models as interpretations for the 300 Hz X-ray QPO seen during some of these RXTE observations.