Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
An occurrence of ~ 74 ka Youngest Toba Tephra from the Western Continental Margin of India

Pattan, J. N. , Shane, P., Pearce, N. J. G. , Banakar, V. K. , Parthiban, G. (2001). An occurrence of similar to 74 ka Youngest Toba Tephra from the Western Continental Margin of India. Current Science, 80(10), 1322-1326.
Immersion et perception spatiale : l'exemple des dispositifs de substitution sensorielle

Comme tout dispositif technique, les dispositifs de substitution sensorielle offrent a leurs utilisateurs des espaces d'action et de perception nouveaux. Ces systemes de suppleance perceptive visent a assister ou remplacer une ou plusieurs fonctions d'un organe sensoriel a l'aide d'un autre organe sensoriel et ce, par exemple, pour aider les non-voyants a se deplacer, a reconnaitre et a localiser des objets. L'objectif de cette these est d'etudier comment les utilisateurs s'approprient une prothese perceptive et comment ils constituent ces nouveaux espaces d'action et de preception ouverts par l'outil. Lors d'une premiere experience, nous explorons les differents moments de l'appropriattion d'un dispositif de substitution sensorielle visio-auditif. Deux autres dispositifs de substitution sensorielle sont utilises dans les deux experiences suivantes : elles detaillent comment l'utilisateur constitue espace et objet via l'outil. Les trois dernieres experiences etudient le role des informations proprioceptives et exteroceptives sur l'appropriation d'un dispositif de substitution sensorielle minimaliste. Ces experiences nous amenent a definir la perception permise par un dispositif de susbtitution sensorielle comme une appropriation active, dont nous determinons les conditions. Nous generalisons ces resultats a l'appropriation d'outils et etudions leurs implications sur la question de l'immersion dans l'espace ouvert par les dispositifs techniques, immersion que nous definissons en cinq etapes.
NESTING BIOLOGY OF THE ANDEAN SOLITAIRE (MYADESTES RALLOIDES) IN NORTHEASTERN ECUADOR

– We studied the reproductive biology of Andean Solitaire (Myadestes ralloides) over the course of 6 years on the east slope of the Ecuadorian Andes. Breeding activity lasts from January to July, peaking around April and March. Nests (n = 26) were mossy cups, thickly lined with tree fern scales, and placed either on low banks or mossy tree trunks. Clutch size (n = 13 nests) ranged from 1 (1 nest) to 3 eggs (1 nest), most often 2. Mean egg size was 24.3 by 17.1 mm (n = 28), and mean fresh egg weight was 3.7 g (n = 6). Mean rate of mass loss was 1.1% per day of original mass. Andean Solitaires had an incubation period of 14–17 days, and a nestling period of 14–15 days. Growth rate of young expressed by the K parameter of the logistic equation was 0.33. We estimate a nest survival rate of 39%. Accepted 10 December
The forward speed effect on draught force required to pull trailed disc harrows

Discs harrows are the most commonly used tillage implements in Portugal. A review of available information shows that the forward speed effect in draught requirements of trailed disc harrows is not clear. This paper gives the results of field trials with trailed disc harrows, performed in the field in different soils. The results show that draught force tends to increase with forward speed and that this relationship is almost linear at speeds between 3 and 9 km h -1 .
Income inequality‐economic growth and non‐linearity: a case of Pakistan

Purpose - The purpose of this paper is to investigate the relationship between income inequality and economic growth, both in linear and non-linear specifications. Design/methodology/approach - The paper has employed annual time series data over the period of 1971 up to 2005. Autoregressive distributed lag model (ARDL) bounds testing approach has been used for cointegration and error correction model for short run behavior. Unit root problem is handled by the use of augmented Dickey-Fuller unit root test. Findings - The analysis findings are sharply contrasted to the significant association between income inequality and economic growth found in 1994 by Alesina and Roderick and by Persson and Tabellini. The empirical evidence provides support for the existence of Kuznets inverted-U as well as inverted S-shaped curve in Pakistan. Practical implications - This paper opens up new directions for policy-making authorities to equalize income distribution in the case of a small transition economy like Pakistan. Originality/value - This paper convincingly argues that there is a need for case-by-case study on such a project in view of each country's unique characteristics. This paper makes a unique contribution to the literature with reference to Pakistan, being a pioneering attempt that employs ARDL cointegration approach.
A Study on the Reduction of Supersonic Cavity Pressure Oscillations Using a Sub-Cavity System

Numerical computations were carried out to analyze the effect of a sub-cavity at several inlet Mach numbers on the control of cavity-induced pressure oscillations in two-dimensional supersonic flow. The present passive control method, the sub-cavity applied to the front wall of a square cavity, was studied for the inlet Mach numbers of 1.50, 1.83 and 2.50. The results show that the sub-cavity is effective in reducing the oscillations, and a resultant amount of the reduction depended on the inlet Mach number, the length of flat plate, and the depth of sub-cavity used as an oscillation suppressor.
Digital high spatial resolution aerial imagery to support forest health monitoring: the mountain pine beetle context

We summarize the capacity of high spatial resolution ( < 1 m ) digital aerial imagery to support forest health monitoring. We review the current use of digital aerial imagery in the context of the recent mountain pine beetle epidemic in western Canada. Supported by this review, we posit that high spatial resolution digital aerial imagery can play at least two critical roles in forest health monitoring. First, the capacity to characterize damage at the individual tree level directly supports a broad range of forest health information needs (e.g., tree-level attributes for estimating the population at risk and for inputs to models, estimates of mortality, rates of population growth). Second, the level of detail afforded by the digital high spatial resolution aerial imagery provides critical calibration and validation data for lower spatial resolution remotely sensed imagery (e.g., QuickBird, Landsat) for large-area detection and mapping of forest damage and can be used in a double sampling scheme as a bridge between detailed field measures and landscape-level estimates of mortality. In an era with increasing numbers of commercially deployed sensors capable of acquiring high spatial resolution satellite imagery, the flexibility and cost-effectiveness of aerial image options should not be disregarded. Moreover, experiences with airborne imagery can continue to inform applications using high spatial resolution satellite imagery for forest health information needs.
Development of idealized practices for photoacoustic spectroscopy by c

Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy is an experimental technique used to characterize materials based on molecular vibrations. Infrared light is absorbed by the sample which excites molecular vibrations. Based on the specific vibrations it is possible to determine the composition and information related to structural ordering. Photoacoustic FTIR spectroscopy (FTIR-PAS) combines FTIR with acoustic detection of the infrared absorption. My thesis work focused on investigating FTIR-PAS scan parameters to further develop FTIR-PAS as a quantitative materials characterization method. Based on those results I presented a set of best practices for data collection. I then investigated size related effects on the PAS measurement by applying those best practice parameters to silica spheres. Overall signal intensity increased with decreasing particle size, which has been previously reported. No peak position, shape or relative intensities changes were found. These insights were used to evaluate previously collected calcite data and support previous conclusions that observed effects were related to sample and detection method differences.
IFRS and Secrecy: Assessing Accounting Value Relevance Across Africa

We examine the value relevance of accounting across several African countries and test whether IFRS improved the value association of earnings and equity book values. We report a stronger valuation association between accounting and stock prices in African countries classified as having a secrecy culture. This increases after IFRS and more so for earnings. On the other hand, IFRS induced a stronger increase in the book value coefficient in the less secretive and more developed South African market. We surmise that the more conceptual focus of IFRS induced an increased demand for higher-quality accounting professionals, which had a filtering-down effect of improving quality information flow and breaking down the secrecy culture. Our research highlights the diverse impacts of IFRS and the role of culture, asset markets and accounting professionalism, in driving the relevance of accounting components across Africa.
Ethanolic leaf extract of Irvingia gabonensis (o’Rorke) Baill protects against nephrotoxocity and hepatotoxicity in cadmium-induced wistar albino rats

Cadmium is a well-known environmental pollutant that has been proven to be nephrotoxic and hepatotoxic in the body. In this study, the effect of ethanolic leaf extract of Irvingia gabonensis (O’Rorke) Baill (IG) against cadmium-induced nephrotoxicity and hepatotoxicity in Wistar albino rats was investigated. 30 female wistar rats of weights between 98-153g were grouped into 6 groups of 5 animals each. Group 1 served as the control and was placed on rat feed and water . Groups 2, 3, and 4 were administered 10mg/Kg body weight (mg/kgbw) of cadmium chloride (CdCl 2 ) only,10mg/Kgbw CdCl 2 and 200mg/kgbw extract, 10mg/Kgbw CdCl 2 and 400mg/kgbw extract, respectively. Groups 5 and 6 were given 200mg/kgbw and 400mg/kgbw of IG extract respectively and the treatments lasted for 28 days. Results obtained revealed significant (p<0.05) increases in the serum levels of all renal and liver function biomarkers in group 2 (CdCl 2 only) as compared with the control. There were however significant (p<0.05) decreases in the serum levels of the assayed parameters when groups 3 and 4 were respectively compared with group 2. It can therefore be concluded that ethanolic leaf extract of Irvingia gabonensis (O’Rorke) Baill enhances the integrity of the kidneys and liver of cadmium-induced wistar albino rats.
Ocular morbidity in nursery school children in kilungu division, Makueni district

viii 1.0INTRODUCTION 9 2.0 LITERATURE REVIEW 10 4.0 RATIONALE 15 5.0 OBJECTIVES 16 6.0 METHODOLOGY 16 7.0 ETHICAL CONSIDERATIONS 21 8.0 STUDY LIMITATIONS 21 9.0 RESULTS 22 10.0 DISCUSSION : 31 11.0 CONCLUSION 34 12.0 RECOMMENDATIONS 34
The Role of Money in Modern Macro Models

This paper is the starting point of a series of analyses aiming at re-discovering the role of money for monetary policy purposes. It provides an overview of the role of money in modern macro models. In particular, we are focussing on New Keynesian and New Monetarist models to investigate their main findings and most significant shortcomings in considering money properly. As a further step, we ask about the role of financial intermediaries in this respect. In dealing with these issues, we distinguish between narrow and broad monetary aggregates. We conclude that for theoretical as well as practical reasons a periodic review of the definition of monetary aggregates is advisable. Despite the criticism brought forward by the recent New Keynesian literature, we argue that keeping an eye on money is important to monetary policy decision-makers in order to safeguard price stability as well as, as a side-benefit, ensure financial market stability. In a nutshell: money still matters. JEL-Classification: E51, E52, E58
Spending for Growth: An Empirical Evidence of Thailand

Abstract This article analyzes the dynamic effects of proportional change in government spending on Thailand’s economic growth. The analytical methods comprise: 1) stationarity test of time series data, 2) cointegration test between government spending and economic growth, and 3) errorcorrection model estimation. The results show that the expenditure variables had long-runequilibrium relationships with the economic growth variable. The ECM estimation revealed that the financial instrument, i.e. expenditure budgeting should be further applied to drive Thailand’seconomic growth. However, the current expenditure scheme was considered unproductive. An increased expenditure proportion to enhance the quality of education was found ineffective. This study suggests that government spending focus more on research and development, to facilitate a direct improvement on human resources. Such spending regime could be expected to give a positive effect on long term growth and thus enhance the competitiveness of Thailand in the world’s economy. Keywords : government spending, economic growth, error correction model JEL Classification : E62, H50, H52
Cartography of Gray Market: Antecedents, New Insights and Future Agenda

The gray market is completely complex phenomenon. Even scholars named it gray, but mostly, colorful-rainbow has shed the color. Multi-dimension perspectives are required to analyze the best possible solutions. The study shared three objectives toward the full cartography of the market, posited by addressing two fold questions: (1) what would be the antecedents for gray market and (2) how each antecedent are dealing one another to create systemic thoughtfulness. Using combined research method, the study analyzed 53 popular published manuscripts including three classic-papers from the era of late 50’s. Using analogy of archipelago, the gray market consists of six major concerns, ranging from economy, law, politics, international business, psychology, and management. From discussion section, the study proposed a new insight on the theme. Analyzing the gray market phenomenon should began with research objectives. If the aim was to formulate proper strategy in dealing with gray market, then true combination of perspectives between supply and demand sides should be used. Lastly, the study enclosed with posing five propositions for future agenda. Keywords : gray market, knowledge, macro factors, network strategic management
Radiogenic isotope investigation of the St‐Robert H5 fall

Abstract— The St‐Robert H5 chondrite yields a mineral/whole‐rock Pb‐Pb age of 4565 ± 23 Ma (2σ) comparable to the accepted age of most chondrites. The regression of chondrule data give a similar age of 4566 ± 7 Ma (2σ). These results imply that no major perturbation affected the Pb‐Pb systematics of this meteorite's parent body within the first few billion years following its accretion. Re and Os concentrations along with Os isotopic compositions of whole‐rock fragments, surface fusion crusts and metal phases are also reported. The whole rock measurements for this ordinary chondrite are characterized by high Re/Os ratio coupled with relatively high 187Os/188Os (compared to average ordinary chondrites), that we interpret as a long term Re enrichment. As for most chondrites, no precise geochronological information could be extracted from the Re/Os systematics, although most data plot near the IIIAB reference isochron (Smoliar et al. 1996). From the fusion crust results, we rule out the possibility that atmospheric entry caused the perturbations in the Re‐Os system, since melted crust analysis yields among the most concordant data points. Evidence from metal phases suggests that a very recent process perturbed the isochron, relocating Re from kamacite toward troilite.
Plasmid Profile Analysis and Curing of Multidrug-Resistant Bacteria Isolated from Hospital Environmental Surfaces in Akure Metropolis, Ondo State, Nigeria

Plasmid profile analysis and curing of multidrug-resistant bacteria isolated from hospital environment in Akure metropolis, Ondo State Nigeria were investigated. Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pyogenes, Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Klebsiella pneumoniae and Bacillus cereus were the bacterial isolated in the course of the research. The result revealed that Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa showed multiple antibiotics resistance. Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa are rapidly increasing as multidrug resistant strains worldwide. The results of antibiotics sensitivity test on the microorganisms subjected to plasmid analysis indicated that they were more susceptible to antibiotics after the plasmid curing of the microorganisms. The results from this investigative study have shown that resistance in S. aureus and P. aeruginosa are plasmid based as a result of its loss after curing.
Quantitative analysis of trace levels of surface contamination by X‐ray photoelectron spectroscopy. Part II: Systematic uncertainties and absolute quantification

We discuss analyses of trace levels of surface contamination using X‐ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS). The problem of quantifying common sources of statistical and systematic uncertainties for these measurements is formulated in terms of the needs of extreme ultraviolet lithography, but the results and conclusions are applicable to a broad range of XPS applications. We quantify the systematic uncertainties introduced by particular cases of overlapping peaks on different substrate structures by simulating measured spectra with the National Institute of Standards and Technology Database for the Simulation of Electron Spectra for Surface Analysis (SESSA). One example demonstrates that the relative atomic concentrations of trace elements such as S, P, and halogens on a Ru surface could be dramatically overestimated if the fitting of the overlapping Ru 3d and C 1s peaks excludes the contribution from carbon. We also show how spectra generated by SESSA can be compared with measured spectra to determine absolute amounts of surface impurities on layered samples of the type used for extreme ultraviolet lithography. We provide estimates of the total uncertainty for such measurements by considering the systematic limitations of SESSA and the statistical uncertainties of the measurements. The same procedure can be employed for other multilayered materials. Finally, we describe two approaches for converting XPS detection limits for an elemental impurity in an elemental matrix to the corresponding detection limits for the impurity as a thin film on the surface of the matrix material.
Intermolecular Interaction in Carbon Nanotube Ropes

Using Raman spectroscopy we determined the van-der-Waals component of the low-frequency vibration in ropes of single-walled nanotubes at 171 cmy1. While Raman peaks in this frequency range are commonly believed to correspond to the pure radial breathing mode of a single tube, our pressure and temperature-dependent measurements show that van-der-Waals contribution of the peak observed at 514.5 nm excitation is necessary to explain its large pressure coefficient of 9.7 cmy1/GPa. Our results are consistent with the small elastic modulus predicted for nanotube ropes.
The Distributional Bias of Public Education: Causes and Consequences

While public education is often intended to be progressive in its effects on income distribution, in reality its incidence is often skewed toward the rich. This paper argues that the extent of this bias is directly related to institutional weaknesses in governance. We present a simple dynamic model where weak governing institutions allow the rich to be more effective in appropriating a larger share of public education spending thereby preventing inequality reduction. The empirical part provides tentative support for this view, showing that the progressiveness of public education spending is related to the strength of governance.
2D Numerical ISPH Wave Tank for Complex Fluid–Structure Coupling Problems

In this paper, we provide a hybrid incompressible Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics (ISPH) model for fluid-structure interactions. The numerical algorithms include the mirroring treatment of solid boundary, free surface tracking, wave damping using sponge layer and fluid-solid coupling model. The proposed ISPH wave tank is applied to a series of wave-structure coupling problems including the sloshing in a baffled tank, solitary wave impact on an underwater obstacle, water entry of a cylinder and balance dynamics of a floating object. The simulation results demonstrate that the ISPH model provides an accurate simulation technique in various fluid-structure coupling studies.
The Development of Productive Knowledge of Vocabulary through Implicit Exposure: Non-lexicalized Words in Focus

The researcher aimed at investigating the possible effects of first language-second language (L1-L2) lexicalization mismatch on the acquisition and retention of productive vocabulary knowledge. Non-lexicalized words were operationally defined as the L2 words lacking a lexically-equivalent translation in learners’ L1 (i.e. Persian). In other words, non-lexicalized words referred to those L2 words that required a longer string of L1 words to cover their essential semantic features. Ninety Persian-speaking EFL learners were exposed to 10 target words incidentally. Subsequently, they sat for a test of productive vocabulary knowledge immediately and after three weeks of delay. The results revealed that there were significant differences between lexicalized and non-lexicalized target words in the productive knowledge of associations. Therefore, it might be the case that non-lexicalized words were most likely to cause extra difficulty for EFL learners in the semantic aspects of vocabulary knowledge. Input enrichment and explicit instruction within a systematic vocabulary recycling program were recommended to acquire such words.
Foraging behaviour of American oystercatchers in response to declining prey densities

American oystercatchers (Haematopus palliatus) responded to declines in the density of oysters (Crassostrea virginica) on a commercial oyster bed examined in 1979 and 1995 by increasing the number of species of prey eaten and search times, but not peck rates or handling times. Seasonal changes in foraging behaviour included oystercatchers choosing larger oysters with longer handling times in winter than in autumn, but with subsequently greater profitability and higher intake rates. Time budgets of foraging birds were similar in the two seasons. Oystercatchers ate fewer mussels in winter than in autumn, and fewer mussels than oysters at all times. Search and handling times for mussels were similar in autumn of the 2 years. After a commercial harvest of oysters at a second site, handling times for oysters did not decline; however, search times were significantly more variable, niche breadth was greater, and there was a trend towards longer search times post harvest. The recorded changes in foraging behaviour indicated a close match between search and handling times and prey density and size and behavioural flexibility of foraging birds in response to sometimes drastic changes in their prey base.