Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Organizational climate best practices: Empirical evidence from the UAE

The present study is a modest attempt to bridge the gap between the rich western theories and the under-researched eastern contexts, namely UAE and to deeply explore the organizational practices and the quality of work-life using the Status-Certainty-Autonomy-Relatedness-Fairness (SCARF) construct. In this study, we first present the five core values that make up the SCARF model. This model is then used as the research lens for studying organizational practices. Data were collected using semi-structured interviews relating to the perceptions of nine managers from seven organizations. The data were analyzed and discussed qualitatively using an explanatory matrix with the assistance of a qualitative data analysis (QDA) computer software package, called NVIVO software Version 9. We examined the effectiveness of these five values empirically to gain insight into organizational practices in the context of the UAE. An explanatory matrix emerged from the data that gives deep insights into organizational practices and to provide a structured explanation on these prevailing practices. The matrix also serves as the foundation of a theoretical model that could be used in future research to assess the quality of organizational practices. The study may be considered the first in the UAE to discuss workplace practices and the quality of work life. The main contribution of this study was the use of the SCARF model to investigate organizational practices and the use of dimensional analysis to derive and construct a theoretical model.
Silkworm (Bombyx mori) cocoon vs. wild cocoon multi-layer structure and performance characterization

As protective shells for their biological functions against environmental damage and attack by natural predators, the silkworm (Bombyx mori) cocoon and its wild partner have distinctive multi-layer structures, which are systematically studied in this paper by the SEM, the thermogravimetric analyzer, and the Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy. Their mechanical properties are also investigated for the whole hierarchy and each cascade as well. In order to better demonstrate the superior survivability of cocoons in harsh environments, air permeability and moisture vapor transmission rate of the silkworm cocoon are tested. The results show the silkworm cocoons have excellent air permeability and moisture vapor transmission rate. A better understanding of different cocoons? bio-functions will be of particular importance to design thermal textiles and provide better comfort and safety for clothing in future.
Deploying to Protect: The Effect of Military Peacekeeping Deployments on Violence Against Civilians

ABSTRACT Do UN peacekeeping forces protect civilians from harm in post-war environments? Current evidence suggests that the answer to this question is yes. But extant research mostly examines this relationship at the country-level and consequently has logical difficulty tracing decreases in civilian fatalities to actual peacekeeper activities. We would have more confidence in the ability of peacekeepers to limit harm and protect non-combatants if the reduction in violence occurred locally where blue helmets were positioned. Using original geocoded data of yearly UN deployments in four Sub-Saharan African conflicts (Sudan, South Sudan, Democratic Republic of Congo, and Ivory Coast), we find that peacekeeping units get locally deployed to violent post-war areas and they reduce the level of civilian harm almost immediately. But, in areas without violent clashes between government forces and rebels, we find peacekeeping units more responsive to civilian targeting by rebels, which indicates a reluctance among peacekeepers to confront government forces that target civilians. While host nation consent is crucial for the success of a peacekeeping mission, the findings from this study caution against nurturing illiberal regimes by failing to check government atrocities. The failure to confront government abuse can jeopardize long-term peace and reconciliation.
Dynamic Visual Acuity

We present a review on the visual ability to discriminate fi ne details of moving objects (DVA: Dynamic Visual Acuity), showing the most relevant differences, which have been attributed to this visual capacity in comparison to SVA (static visual acuity). It is known that the correlation between SVA and DVA is low. Moreover, when DVA is measured, not only the minimum spatial separation that the visual system can resolve is evaluated, but also the functionality of the oculomotor system. Therefore, assessing DVA also involves measuring the ability of the eye to actively seek information. Nowadays, it is known that DVA is one of the best indicators of success in certain sports specialties (table tennis, baseball, etc.) and that it negatively correlates with accident rates in traffi c scenarios. The investigated factors that produce a signifi cant reduction in dynamic spatial resolution are: (a) the speed of the stimulus, affecting both vertical and horizontal trajectories; (b) the stimulus exposure time; (c) ambient illumination; (d) reduction in contrast and (e) subject age. Moreover, it has been verifi ed that this visual capacity is likely to improve with training.
An Analytical Method to Implement High-Sensitivity Transmission Line Differential Sensors for Dielectric Constant Measurements

A simple analytical method useful to optimize the sensitivity in differential sensors based on a pair of meandered microstrip lines is presented in this paper. Sensing is based on the phase difference of the transmission coefficients of both lines, when such lines are asymmetrically loaded. The analysis provides the combination of operating frequency and line length (the main design parameters) that are necessary to obtain the maximum possible differential phase (±180°) for a given level of the differential dielectric constant (input dynamic range). The proposed sensor is useful to detect tiny defects of a sample under test (SUT) as compared to a reference (REF) sample. It can also be applied to the measurement of the complex dielectric constant of the SUT, where the real part is inferred from the differential phase, whereas the imaginary part, or the loss tangent, is derived from the modulus of the transmission coefficient of the line loaded with the SUT. It is experimentally demonstrated that the proposed device is able to detect the presence of few and small (purposely generated) defects in a commercial microwave substrate, as well as subtle variations in their density, pointing out the high achieved sensor sensitivity. Sensor validation is also carried out by determining the dielectric constant and loss tangent of commercial microwave substrates.
How Should We Measure City Size? Theory and Evidence within and Across Rich and Poor Countries

It is obvious that holding city population constant, differences in cities across the world are enormous. Urban giants in poor countries are not large using measures such as land area, interior space or value of output. These differences are easily reconciled mathematically as population is the product of land area, structure space per unit land (i.e., heights), and population per unit interior space (i.e., crowding). The first two are far larger in the cities of developed countries while the latter is larger for the cities of developing countries. In order to study sources of diversity among cities with similar population, we construct a version of the standard urban model (SUM) that yields the prediction that the elasticity of city size with respect to income could be similar within both developing countries and developed countries. However, differences in income and urban technology can explain the physical differences between the cities of developed countries and developing countries. Second, using a variety of newly merged data sets, the predictions of the SUM for similarities and differences of cities in developed and developing countries are tested. The findings suggest that population is a sufficient statistic to characterize city differences among cities within the same country, not across countries.
Fluid Regulation and Time Course of Erythropoietin during Multifactorial Strain of Austrian Special Forces Survival Training

Abstract : The aim of this study was to provide data on fluid-regulating mechanisms with special regard to the role of plasma proteins in the control of plasma volume (PV), and to investigate erythropoietin production and release during a period of prolonged multifactorial strain. 29 male subjects, with a mean age of 22.2+2.8 years, were studied during a 5 day lasting survival training including restricted water (1 / H2 0 day-1) and food intake (628 kJ day%1) additionally to physical exercise and sleep deprivation (20 h within 5 days).
The Role of Participatory Learning and Action on Strengthening the Different Domains of Empowerment on Self-medication with Antimicrobials in Nyalenda Informal Settlement, Kisumu County, Kenya

Self-medication with antimicrobials (SMWA) is a common global practice. Studies in Nyalenda B Ward, an informal settlement in western Kenya, found that significant households (76.6%) perceived the practice of SMWA as convenient and appropriate. The rationale of the current study was in response to unsolved self-mediation practice through functional health literacy in such set-ups. This study used Participatory Learning and Action (PLA) as a tool and assessed its role on strengthening the different domains of empowerment on SMWA. The study adopted a descriptive survey design and data was collected from 1531 PLA trainees through focused group discussions and structured questionnaires. Results revealed that reasons for SMWA are ignorance and easier accessibility. Logistic regression analyses with a statistical significance tested at p≤0.05 established the association between PLA domains and all empowerment domains revealed that flexible learning and listening increase power within by 5 times (OR=5.361, 95% CI=3.101-9.268, P<0.0001), power with by 6 times (OR=6.160, 95% CI=3.437-11.39, P<0.00010) and power over by 2 times (OR=2.261, 95% CI=1.293-3.954, P<0.0001). Participatory evaluation may increase power within by almost 8 times (OR=7.711, 95% CI=5.184-11.459, P<0.0001), power with by 5 times (OR=5.012, 95% CI=3.375-7.443, P<0.0001), and power over by more than 3 times (OR=3.618, 95% CI=2,375-5,509, P<0.0001). Participatory interaction may increase power within by almost 8 times (OR=7.823, 95% CI=4.798-12.763, P<0.0001), power with by over 8 times (OR=8.610, 95% CI=4.987-14.866, P<0.0001.), power over by 4 times (OR=4.003, 95%CI=2.325-6.693, P<0.0001). PLA proved to be a useful tool for strengthening all domains of empowerment and integrated functions that prompted broader social connections.
Community pharmacist medication monitoring attitudes and decision making

COMMUNITY PHARMACIST MEDICATION MONITORING ATTITUDES AND DECISION MAKING by Matthew John Witry A thesis submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the Doctor of Philosophy degree in Pharmacy in the Graduate College of The University of Iowa December 2013 Thesis Supervisor: Professor William R. Doucette
Developmental changes in imitation during mother–infant interactions

ABSTRACT We investigated the continuity and stability of imitative episodes (IMEs) to shed light on the nature of early infant imitative ability. We observed and analyzed interactions of 27 mother-infant pairs as they played in their homes at one and 10 months. We coded the initiator, frequency, duration, kind, structure, and affect of IMEs. At 10 months, dyads engaged in more frequent and longer IMEs that tended to be vocal, turn-takings, and positive in affect. Significant stability was observed. Mothers who initiated more IMEs and expressed more positive affect had infants who did the same. Findings suggest that dyads set stable communication patterns early on, even though all of these variables increased significantly over time. These patterns may be driven or be highly influenced by early individual differences in communicative ability. Findings also imply that building a history of positive exchanges may be critical in demonstrating stability in imitative episodes.
Forest Cover Index for tree cover detection using Landsat-7 multispectral imagery

Forest cover monitoring using satellite imagery is important to U.S. military terrain analysis. Mobility models, cover and concealment, and precise surface feature delineation all rely on an accurate forest/nonforest cover layer. However, the challenge remains in distinguishing trees from other vegetative land covers when relying on single date imagery. A Forest Cover Index (FCI) algorithm was previously developed on Worldview-2 imagery and was designed to separate forest cover from nonforest covered areas. In this research, the FCI algorithm was applied to Landsat-7 imagery using the analogous red (636–673 nanometers (nm)) and near-infrared bands (851–878 nm) from a peak summer image on 16 August 2012. The results obtained with Landsat-7 imagery proved satisfactory with an overall accuracy (tree cover versus non-tree cover) of > 83 percent, according to testing with two different accuracy assessment tests. The application of the FCI to Landsat-7 imagery broadens the applicability of the FCI to freely available imagery. DISCLAIMER: The contents of this report are not to be used for advertising, publication, or promotional purposes. Citation of trade names does not constitute an official endorsement or approval of the use of such commercial products. All product names and trademarks cited are the property of their respective owners. The findings of this report are not to be construed as an official Department of the Army position unless so designated by other authorized documents. DESTROY THIS REPORT WHEN NO LONGER NEEDED. DO NOT RETURN IT TO THE ORIGINATOR. ERDC/GRL TR-19-1 iii
A novel design for magneto-optical microscopy and its calibration

Magneto-optical microscopy for superconducting films is always involved with extreme environments, such as high vacuum and cryogenic temperature. In these applications, devices of high spatial resolution and compact focusing are often required. Besides, the calibration process is also of importance for quantitative measurement of magnetic fields. In this paper, we present a comprehensive module design for magneto-optical microscopy based on a combination of an infinity optical system and dynamic sealing technique. This technique gets rid of the limit of distance between the sample and the microscope, and also guarantees no influences of windows on image resolution. In addition, for the problem of uneven illumination, a practical calibration method is presented and verified through experimental results. As a result, the novel module and its calibration method make the technology of magneto-optical microscopy have wide applications.
Technological regimes and the geography of innovation: a long-run perspective on US inventions

The geographical distribution of innovative activities is an emerging subject, but still poorly understood. While previous efforts highlighted that different technologies exhibit different spatial patterns, in this paper we analyse the geography of innovation in the very long run. Using a US patent dataset geocoded for the years 1836-2010, we observe that ? while it is true that differences in technologies are strong determinant of spatial patterns ? changes within a technology over time is at least as important. In particular, we find that regional entry follows the technology life cycle. Subsequently, innovation becomes less geographical concentrated in the first half of the life cycle, to then re-concentrate in the second half.
PENGARUH MODEL STUDENT FACILITATOR AND EXPLAINING BERBANTUAN MEDIA VISUAL NON PROYEKSI TERHADAP KOMPETENSI PENGETAHUAN IPA

This study aims to determine the influence and the effect size of student facilitator and explaining learning model, assisted by non-projection visual media toward the science knowledge competences of fourth grade students at SD Gugus Letda Made Putra North Denpasar 2017/2018 academic year. The type of this research is quasi experimental with non-equivalent control group design. The population of this research was 11 group classes of fourth grade students at SD Gugus Letda Made Putra North Denpasar which amount to 393 students. The sampling technique used in this research is the group sample technique. The sample of this study was consist of 2 groups; experimental group and control group. Each group was given a pre-test and then measured by using the t-test to determine its equality. The data of science knowledge competences were obtained through a test of multiple choice questions. After obtaining the post-test data of science knowledge competences, the data were analyzed by using t-test with polled variance formula. The average post-test score of the students in the experimental group is 75,37 and the average student in the control group is 68,25. Based on the 5% of significance level and the dk = 71, the result obtains the tcount = 2,147 > ttable = 1,994. Thus, there is a significant difference of science knowledge competences between the experimental group and the control group. It can be concluded that student facilitator and explaining learning model assisted by non-projection visual media has a significant influence toward science knowledge competences of fourth grade students at SD Gugus Letda Made Putra Nort Denpasar 2017/2018 academic year. The calculation of the effect size model to science knowledge competences is done by calculating the Cohen's d Coefficient, which obtains value d = 0,51 with medium effect category.
Performance excellence self-assessment tool: A hospital case study

Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award (MBNQA) is a well-recognized performance excellence model or program integrated into a seven categories framework: leadership, strategy, customers, measurement, analysis, and knowledge management, workforce, operations, and results. Several studies have been performed about MBNQA such as reliability between evaluators, the difference between the type of industries, and validation of MBNQA model paths. However, there is a lack of publications focused to increase the body of knowledge related to “Are we making progress? ” the self-assessment tool that MBNQA created in order to any organization be able to conduct an auto-evaluation at any time. Therefore, this investigation has two purposes: (i) show how an organization could use the selfassessment tool to identify opportunities for improvement and (ii) evaluate the construction of the selfassessment tool. In order to achieve these goals, in 2010 the self-assessment tool was applied in a 500bed U.S. hospital (single case study).
Analysis of Modal and Vibration Reduction of an Interior Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor

Interior permanent magnet synchronous motors (IPMSMs) have been widely used in a variety of applications. The IPMSM will generate vibration as well as functioning like other traditional motors, which will affect the performance and the durability of the motor itself. The modal and vibration characteristics of the IPMSM and an optimization design to reduce vibration are researched in this paper. The formulas of electromagnetic force are deduced and analyzed, and a finite element model is established. The model is used for modal calculation, and the low order natural frequency is obtained. Then, the modal test is carried out by the hammering method, and the resonance frequency is found by analyzing the results. Eventually, the electromagnetic vibration is analyzed by taking the electromagnetic force as the load condition, the vibration displacement waveform is obtained, and the correctness of the dynamic calculation is verified by vibration tests. In addition, an eccentric tooth edge design is proposed to weaken the dominant radial electromagnetic force and the vibration displacement is compared with the designed prototype. This design method, which could help to reduce the vibration and noise of the IPMSM, has great potential in future applications.
Nature activities and wellbeing in children and young people: a systematic literature review

ABSTRACT Research suggests that experience of the natural environment may have a range of beneficial outcomes for children and young people. A systematic review of the peer-reviewed empirical literature focused on research involving direct interaction with nature amongst children and young people and its impact on wellbeing; 14 papers, within the domains of childhood and adolescence, were identified for inclusion in the review. Within these domains, a range of wellbeing outcomes were identified and grouped into thematic areas of self-esteem and confidence, positive and negative affect, stress reduction and restoration, social benefits, and resilience. Findings related to wellbeing outcomes were synthesised and critiqued, and research and clinical implications discussed.
Broadband InGaP/GaAs HBT Power Amplifier Integrated Circuit Using Cascode Structure and Optimized Shunt Inductor

This article presents a broadband two-stage cascode power amplifier integrated circuit (PAIC) using a 2- $\mu \text{m}$ InGaP/GaAs heterojunction bipolar transistor process. Since higher supply voltage of cascode power amplifier (PA) results in lower impedance transformation ratio of the matching network due to lower current, cascode PAs generally have broader bandwidth than common-emitter (CE) PAs. However, bandwidth analysis for handset PAs with a single-section load matching network, including transistors output capacitance, revealed that cascode PAs had bandwidth similar to CE PAs. Through bandwidth analysis based on power and efficiency contours at the internal plane of the transistor, an optimized shunt inductor with a single-section load matching network was proposed in this article to increase the bandwidth of cascode PA. Performances of both cascode and CE PAs with and without the optimized shunt inductor were compared. A broadband two-stage cascode PAIC with a compensating shunt inductor and an L-section matching network was designed and implemented. The implemented PAIC exhibited an output power of at least 30.1 dBm at frequency band ranging from 1.55 to 2.65 GHz for continuous-wave excitation. Using a long-term evolution signal with a peak-to-average power ratio of 7.5 dB and a signal bandwidth of 10 MHz, a power gain of more than 23.7 dB, power-added efficiency of 30.9% to 38.4%, and average output power of 26.7 to 27.7 dBm were obtained at a given adjacent channel leakage power ratio of −30 dBc. A fractional bandwidth was calculated to be 54.3% based on measured results.