Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Interparental Relationship and Adolescent Adjustment: The Mediating Roles of Psychological Control, Autonomy Support, and Basic Psychological Needs

Arastirmanin temel amaci, yayilma hipotezi ve kendini belirleme kurami temelinde, esler arasi iliski boyutlarinin ana babalik ve temel psikolojik ihtiyaclar araciligiyla ergenin uyumuyla olan iliskisini incelemektir. Bu baglamda, uc ayri calisma yurutulmustur. Calisma 1’de, esler arasi catisma ile ergenin iliskisel saldirganligi ve yalnizligi arasindaki iliskide annenin psikolojik kontrolunun araci rolu boylamsal olarak incelenmistir. Calisma 1’in orneklemi, 527 ergen (Ortyas = 14.36, S = 0.33) ve 307 anneden (Ortyas = 41.18, S = 4.47) olusmustur. Calisma 1 icin yapilan yapisal esitlik modeli sonuclari, esler arasi catismanin annenin psikolojik kontroluyle olumlu yonde iliskili oldugunu; annenin psikolojik kontrolunun ise ergenin sekiz ay sonraki iliskisel saldirganlik ve yalnizligini olumlu yonde yordadigini gostermistir. Calisma 2’de, esler arasi catisma ile ergenin depresif duygu durumu ve yasam doyumu arasindaki iliskide annenin ozerklik desteginin ve ergenin temel ihtiyaclarinin engellenmesinin araci rolu incelenmistir. Calisma 2’nin orneklemi, 3075 ergen (Ortyas = 17.11, S = 0.36) ve 1040 anneden (Ortyas = 41.93, S = 5.15) olusmustur. Calisma 2 icin yapilan yol analizi sonuclari, esler arasi catismanin annenin dusuk duzeyde ozerklik destegi saglamasi; annenin dusuk duzeydeki ozerklik desteginin ise ergenin temel ihtiyaclarinin engellenmesiyle iliskili oldugunu ortaya koymustur. Buna ek olarak, temel ihtiyaclari engellenen ergenler, alti ay sonra, daha fazla depresif duygu durumu ve daha az yasam doyumu bildiriminde bulunmustur. Calisma 3’te, annelerden haftalik olarak bildirim alinan esler arasi catisma ve algilanan es duyarligi ile annenin ozerklik destegi arasindaki iliskide annenin temel ihtiyac doyumunun araci rolu incelenmistir. Calisma 3’un orneklemi, alti hafta boyunca bildirimde bulunan 258 anne (Ortyas = 41.71, S = 4.78) ve 157 ergenden (Ortyas = 14.92, S = 1.72) olusmustur. Calisma 3 icin yapilan cok duzeyli modelleme analizi sonuclari, dusuk duzeydeki esler arasi catisma ve yuksek duzeydeki algilanan es duyarliginin annelerin ihtiyac doyumunu olumlu yonde yordadigini gostermistir. Buna ek olarak, annenin ihtiyac doyumu hem anne hem de ergen bildirimine dayanan annenin ozerklik destegiyle olumlu yonde iliskili bulunmustur. Son olarak, bahsedilen iliskilerde annenin mukemmeliyetciliginin kismi duzenleyici rolu gozlenmistir. Uc calismadan elde edilen bulgular, bu bulgularin olasi sonuclari, calismalarin guclu yanlari ve sinirliliklari guncel alanyazin cercevesinde tartisilmistir.
Transdiagnostic Investigation of Impulsivity in Alcohol Use Disorder and Binge Eating Disorder With Eye-Tracking Methodology—A Pilot Study

Objective: Patients with alcohol use disorder (AUD) and patients with binge eating disorder (BED) are characterized by increased impulsivity, i.e. increased reward sensitivity and diminished response inhibition. In this pilot study, we compare both disorders directly concerning impulsivity using disorder-specific stimuli to gain insight into the relationship of both disorders and underlying mechanisms. Methods: We compared eye movements of 23 women with BED (age M = 40.9), 21 participants with AUD (13 females, 8 males, age M = 46.6), and age- and sex-matched control groups (BED-CG and AUD-CG, respectively). We measured reward sensitivity with the free exploration paradigm and response inhibition with the modified antisaccade paradigm. We presented disorder-specific stimuli vs. neutral stimuli, i.e. food stimuli in the BED and BED-CG and alcohol stimuli in the AUD and AUD-CG. Results: BED and BED-CG initially fixated more often on food stimuli vs. neutral stimuli, whereas AUD and AUD-CG initially fixated more often on neutral stimuli vs. alcohol stimuli. AUD showed shorter dwell times on both stimulus categories in comparison with the other groups. When saccades towards stimuli should be inhibited, BED made more errors in first saccades for both stimulus categories in comparison with AUD-CG and in second saccades particularly for food stimuli in comparison with all other groups, whereas AUD did not differ from the control groups. Conclusions: This pilot study indicates that food and alcohol stimuli are at the first sight differently processed. Moreover, patients with BED and with AUD seem to process disorder-specific stimuli differently. Whereas patients with AUD avoid stimuli generally, patients with BED predominantly show deficits in inhibitory control.
Magnetotransport studies of the organic superconductor kappa -(BEDT-TTF)2Cu(NCS)2 under pressure: the relationship between carrier effective mass and critical temperature

Magnetotransport measurements have been carried out on the organic superconductor kappa -(BEDT-TTF)2Cu(NCS)2 at temperatures down to 500 mK and in hydrostatic pressures up to 16.3 kbar. The observation of Shubnikov-de Haas and magnetic breakdown oscillations has allowed the pressure dependences of the area of the closed pocket of the Fermi surface and the carrier effective masses to be deduced and compared with simultaneous measurements of the superconducting critical temperature Tc. The effective mass measured by the temperature dependence of the Shubnikov-de Haas oscillations is found to fall rapidly with increasing pressure up to a critical pressure Pc approximately=5 kbar. Above Pc a much weaker pressure dependence is observed; Tc also falls rapidly with pressure from 10.4 K at ambient pressure to zero at around Pc. This strongly suggests that the enhanced effective mass and the superconducting behaviour are directly connected in this organic superconductor. A simplified model of the band structure of kappa -(BEDT-TTF)2Cu(NCS)2 has been used to derive the bare band masses of the electrons from optical data. Comparisons of these parameters with cyclotron resonance data and the effective masses measured in the present experiments indicate that the greater part of the enhancement of the effective mass necessary for superconductivity in this material is due to quasiparticle interactions, with the electron-phonon interactions playing a secondary role. The dependence of Tc on the effective mass may be fitted satisfactorily to a suitably parametrized weak-coupling BCS expression, although this cannot be taken as a definitive proof of the nature of superconductivity in organic conductors.
Moderate Energy Dry Cow Diets May Improve Postpartum Health

The objective of this paper is to suggest a three pronged approach to improving the health and productivity of the periparturient dairy cow. An attempt is made to combine feeding management (high straw moderate energy diets during the dry period) along with the use of neutraceutical and pharmaceutical compounds to increase hepatic fatty acid oxidation and reduce adipose tissue mobilization. Maintaining dry matter intake, moderating prepartum and postpartum blood non-esterified fatty acids (NEFA), maximizing hepatic fatty acid oxidation, maintaining immune function, and minimizing stress are important goals for improving the health and productivity of the periparturient dairy cow.
Pilot study on serum C-reactive protein in pet rabbits: clinical usefulness

Objectives The present study was performed to evaluate the usefulness of serum C-reactive protein (CRP) as an acute phase reactive protein in pet rabbits in clinical practice. Methods The CRP level using a rabbit CRP ELISA and white blood cell (WBC) count in pet rabbits (30 healthy controls and 62 with various diseases) were measured in the clinical practice setting. The CRP level and WBC count were measured before and after ovariohysterectomy of a healthy rabbit and a rabbit with uterine adenocarcinoma. The association between the CRP level and mortality in rabbits with various diseases was assessed. Results The CRP level in healthy controls was 0.52±0.82 mg/dl (mean±SD). No age and sex-related differences in neither the CRP level nor WBC count were observed in the healthy control rabbits. The CRP levels in rabbits with gastrointestinal disease (n=22, 11.74±22.89 mg/dl), reproductive and urinary system disease (n=20, 21.19±49.68 mg/dl), dental disease (n=6, 4.87±5.47 mg/dl) and musculoskeletal disease (n=4, 85.66±107.28 mg/dl) were significantly higher than those in healthy controls. The CRP levels in rabbits with neurological disease (n=7, 2.55±1.79 mg/dl) and dermatological disease (n=3, 8.84±7.71 mg/dl) were higher than those in healthy controls, but no significant difference was observed. The WBC counts were not significantly different between rabbits with diseases and healthy controls. Serum samples were collected from two rabbits before and after ovariohysterectomy. In both rabbits, the CRP peaked on postoperative day 1, but no obvious WBC peak was observed. The mortality rate increased as the CRP level increased; the mortality rate was significantly higher in rabbits with a CRP level of ≥100 mg/dl than of <10 mg/dl. Conclusions This study indicates that the serum CRP level is useful to determine the disease status, monitor the treatment course and evaluate the prognosis in pet rabbits in clinical practice.
Changing psychological contracts and organisational commitment: a longitudinal comparison of assigned and self-initiated expatriates in Australia

Abstract This paper compares the psychological contracts and the organisational commitment of company-assigned expatriates (AEs) and self-initiated expatriates (SIEs) in Australia. This was accomplished by conducting a qualitative longitudinal research, which draws on three phases of repeat semi-structured in-depth interviews with 25 participants over four years (2010–2014). Findings reveal that the differences between AEs’ and SEs’ PCs are mostly grounded in the emotional attachment individuals express towards their employment relationships. Findings also uncover how AEs commitment changes over time. This paper contributes to the literature by responding to calls for further study about similarities and differences between AEs and SIEs in the context of the global quest for talent. It further contributes to reconceptualising the PC and organisational commitment in contemporary employment relationships, such as the relationships that AEs and SIEs have with their employers.
Public Insurance in Heterogeneous Fiscal Federations: Evidence from American Households

The literature on fiscal federalism usually argues that policies involving income reallocation should be administered by the highest level of government. This argument, however, neglects a uniformity constraint, which limits regional variation in its tax and welfare policies. Our paper explores the extent to which income support for poor households varies across US states due to the interaction between the federal government’s uniformity constraint and regional variations in local economic conditions and the net transfer policies of state governments. Our results are based on a simulation of the combined response of federal and state net transfers to a pre-tax earnings shock. They point to large differences in the level of insurance against income shocks experienced by households with low incomes in different states.
Improved model predictability by machine data in computational lithography and application to laser bandwidth tuning

Computational lithography (CL) is becoming more and more of a fundamental enabler of advanced semiconductor processing technology, and new requirements for CL models are arising from new applications such as model-based process tuning. In this paper we study the impact of realistic machine parameters that can be incorporated in a modern CL model, and provide an experimental assessment of model improvements with respect to prediction of scanner tuning effects. The data demonstrates improved model accuracy and prediction by inclusion of scanner-type specific modeling capabilities and machine data in the CL model building process. In addition to scanner effects, we study laser bandwidth tuning effects and the accuracy of corresponding model predictions by comparison against experimental data. The data demonstrate that the models predict well wafer CD variations resulting from laser BW tuning. We also find that using realistic spectral density distribution of the laser can provide more accurate results than the commonly assumed modified Lorentzian line shape.
Delivery of healthy lunch to worksites: A two weeks pilot study in a sample of working adults in Selangor, Malaysia

Introduction: Lack of healthy food choices at the worksite is associated with unhealthy eating habits and poor diet quality. This study aimed to conduct a two weeks pilot study to assess the diet quality of lunch-meals delivered to worksites. Methods: Using a crossover study design, a total of 50 adults were purposely recruited from among university and hospital staffs in Selangor. Participants were randomised into two groups, whereby in week one, Group A was provided with the study’s “healthy lunch-meals” (RD4U©) for 3 work days/week, while Group B consumed their usual lunch. In week two, the groups switched over with Group B receiving RD4U© lunch-meals for three days. Diet quality of the lunch meals was assessed using the Healthy Eating Index for Malaysian (HEI-M). Participant satisfaction for RD4U© service was determined using SERVQUAL. Results: Mean protein consumption was significantly higher (27±4 g/day) while fat consumption was significantly lower (18±5 g/day) for the RD4U© lunch-meals, compared to the respective levels (24±11 g/day; 22±12 g/day) for the usual lunch meals. Total HEI score of the RD4U© meals (61.9±9.2) was higher than that for the usual lunch meals (56.1±11.2). Nonetheless, the overall diet quality scores indicate that both RD4U© and usual lunch meals were in the “need improvement” category. Generally, participants were satisfied with the RD4U© lunch-meal service. Conclusion: The RD4U© lunch-meals showed potential in delivering healthy lunch to worksites, and feasibility studies to expand the RD4U© delivery service is recommended. Keyword: Healthy food delivery service, diet quality, working adults
Wi-Motion: A Robust Human Activity Recognition Using WiFi Signals

Recent research has shown that human motions and positions can be recognized through WiFi signals. The key intuition is that different motions and positions introduce different multipath distortions in WiFi signals and generate different patterns in the time-series of channel state information (CSI). In this paper, we propose Wi-Motion, a WiFi-based human activities recognition system. Unlike existing systems, Wi-Motion jointly leverages the amplitude and phase information extracted from the CSI sequence. We first construct the classifiers using amplitude and phase, respectively. The output of classifiers is then combined by a posterior probability-based combination strategy. As the simulation results show, Wi-Motion can recognize predefined 5 typical human activities with the mean accuracy of 96.6% in line-of-sight (LOS) environment, and 92% in not line-of-sight (NLOS) environment. Furthermore, Wi-Motion evaluates the effect of the age of the experimental subjects and relatively complex environments.
An elastoplastic constitutive model for frozen sandy soil considering particle breakage

Abstract A series of triaxial compression tests of frozen sandy soil are carried out under five confining pressures (1 MPa, 4 MPa, 6 MPa, 8 MPa and 10 MPa) at –6 °C. By comparing the grain size distribution curves of frozen sandy soil before and after shearing, it is found that significant particle breakage can occur during triaxial shearing. Particle breakage changes internal structure of geomaterials and has a significant effect on their stress–strain relationships. In order to accurately describe the effect of particle breakage of frozen sandy soil on the stress–strain relationships, an elastoplastic constitutive model for frozen sandy soil considering particle breakage is proposed. Based on the energy balance equation established by Indraratna and Salim, the constant critical state stress ratio (Mcr ) in the energy balance equation is modified to the stress ratio (M) which changed with shear strain during the shearing process. A yield function, considering particle breakage, is proposed using the modified energy balance equation. The hardening law is determined based on the rebound test results of frozen sandy soil, and the associated flow rule is adopted in the model. Compared with experimental data, the model can well simulate the stress–strain relationships under different confining pressures for frozen sandy soil. Highlights The particle breakage characteristics of frozen sandy soil are studied. The energy balance equation considering particle breakage is modified to calculate the energy dissipation of frozen sandy soil. An elastoplastic constitutive model for frozen sandy soil considering particle breakage is proposed.
Employees’ Acceptance of the Healthcare Internet of Things: A Source of Innovation in Corporate Human Resource Policies

The IoT is pervading our daily personal and professional lives. This article attempts to fill a gap in the field of IoT by investigating the use of wearable devices as a source of innovation in corporate HR policies. Are employees likely to adopt wearable devices to practice self-tracking of their Health or Wellbeing in the workplace? To conduct this research, a survey was administered on LinkedIn, built on the Technology Acceptance Model, the Self-Tracking and Trusting Beliefs variables. Results suggest that several factors may influence the decision of self-trackers to use this new technology in their working environment, highlighting the key role of Self-Entertainment and Self-Design on users’ motivations. We argue that a better understanding of employees’ motivations contributes to improving the adoption rate of these technologies. We suggest that by introducing IoT in the workplace as part of their HR strategy, companies may derive a competitive advantage from their workforce. JEL Codes: I310, M120, O350
Present scenario of microbiological pattern in chronic suppurative otitis media and its management guidelines

AIMS: Chronic suppurative otitis media (CSOM) is a common infectious chronic ear disease in India resulting in serious complications, especially hearing impairment. Irrational use of antibiotics for its management has led to the emergence of multidrug-resistant bacterial strains. Considering this, this study was conducted to know the pattern of causative organisms associated with CSOM and their antimicrobial sensitivity. Materials and Methods: Ear discharge from 200 clinically diagnosed cases of CSOM was collected by suction using sterile techniques in a sterilised test tube on wash bottle principle consisting of a glass tube made air tight with the help of a cork with an inlet and outlet facility. All samples were processed in the department of microbiology for the identification of bacterial and fungal isolates and their antimicrobial sensitivity testing. Results: Among the 200 samples of ear discharge, 127 were from ear having tubotympanic (mucosal or safe) type of CSOM while 73 were from ear with attico-antral (squamosal or unsafe) CSOM. Among aerobic isolates, Pseudomonas aeruginosa (35%) was most common followed by Staphylococcus aureus. Other aerobes isolated were Klebsiella spp. , coagulase-negative Staphylococcus, Proteus spp. and Escherichia coli. Fungus was isolated in tubotympanic (9.45%) CSOM only. Among anaerobic isolates, Peptostreptococcus (1%) was most common. Conclusion: Monomicrobial isolates, especially P. aeruginosa and Staphylococcus species, were found to be most common in our study. Therefore, evaluation of microbiological pattern and their antibiotic sensitivity pattern in local area becomes helpful in prescribing empirical antibiotics for successful treatment of CSOM.
Foreign Entrants and Domestic Entrepreneurship: Evidence from Vietnam

This paper examines the impacts of foreign entrants and international trade on potential entrants in Vietnam. Based on a discrete entry model, estimates show that foreign direct investment (FDI) stimulates more domestic entrants in the short run, while the aggregate effect of FDI varies across FDI types. Horizontal FDI tends to have no impact on local start&#8208;ups while vertical FDI is found to have a positive impact on the inflow of domestic entry for only the backward linkage and not for the forward linkage. Moreover, industries with more exports accommodate more domestic entrants, whereas imports tend to deter domestic start&#8208;ups.
Working alliance does not mediate the relation between outcome expectancy and symptom improvement following cognitive behavioural therapy for social anxiety disorder

Abstract A small body of research shows that the working alliance mediates the relation between outcome expectancy and treatment response, but this model has not been applied to the treatment of social anxiety disorder. The present study tests the hypothesis that the working alliance mediates the relation between outcome expectancy and symptom improvement within a randomized controlled trial testing the efficacy of virtual reality exposure therapy for social anxiety disorder. A sample of 54 individuals diagnosed with social anxiety disorder completed eight sessions of virtual reality exposure therapy or exposure group therapy. Participants completed standardized self-report measures of outcome expectancy at the first session, of the working alliance at each session, and three measures of social anxiety symptoms at pre- and post-treatment. The working alliance did not mediate the relation between outcome expectancy and symptom improvement across time points, dependent measures, and treatment type. Bayes factors were calculated for the relation between the working alliance and symptom reduction, while controlling for outcome expectancy and therapist effects. Results were inconclusive. These null findings are intriguing and urge further study of the mechanisms through which common factors relate to treatment response. Utilization of Bayesian analyses may help to clarify the nature of these relations. Key learning aims (1) Readers will consider the role of common factors in treatment for social anxiety disorder. (2) Readers will learn about how different common factors may interact with each other. (3) Readers will be encouraged to consider how the therapeutic relationship may manifest in a unique manner in treatment for social anxiety.
Evaluation in African contexts: The promises of participatory approaches in theory-based evaluations

Background: A recent study of African evaluations identified deficiencies in present evaluation practices. Due to limited public sector expertise for the design of policy impact evaluations, expertise for such complex designs is largely external to the public sector. Consequently, recommendations made sometimes pay insufficient attention to variations in local contexts. Objectives: The bold idea presented in this article is that theory-based evaluation (TBE) in its most recent participatory versions offers promising opportunities towards more flexible epistemology. When properly tweaked, tuned and adapted to local needs and demands in African contexts, better theory-based evaluations are possible. Method: Three TBE-inspired criteria for better evaluations are suggested. The usefulness of including broad perspectives in theory-making was illustrated with a recent policy example, that is, the provision of tablets to school children in South Africa. Results: A model of collaborative theory-making is presented. The pros and cons of the proposed hybrid model are discussed. Conclusion: Recent trends in TBE point towards more participation of stakeholders in the theory-making process and towards more flexible epistemologies. The proposed innovation of TBE may have broader implications and serve as a promising inspiration for better evaluation practices in African contexts, given that existing research has demonstrated a need for such visions.