Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Multiphase boudinage : a case study of amphibolites in marble in the Naxos migmatite core

Abstract. In multiply deformed terrains multiphase boudinage is common, but identification and analysis of these is difficult. Here we present an analysis of multiphase boudinage and fold structures in deformed amphibolite layers in marble from the migmatitic centre of the Naxos metamorphic core complex. Overprinting between multiple boudinage generations is shown in exceptional 3-D outcrop. We identify five generations of boudinage, reflecting the transition from high-strain high-temperature ductile deformation to medium- to low-strain brittle boudins formed during cooling and exhumation. All boudin generations indicate E–W horizontal shortening and variable direction of bedding parallel extension, evolving from subvertical extension in the earliest boudins to subhorizontal N–S extension during exhumation. Two phases of E–W shortening can be inferred, the first associated with lower crustal synmigmatic convergent flow and the second associated with exhumation and N–S extension, possibly related to movement of the North Anatolian Fault.
A proposed reporting framework for HIV/Aids disclosure by listed South African companies

This article proposes a disclosure framework for the reporting of HIV/Aids‐related information in annual reports to address the lack of consistency in current disclosure practices. A literature review was undertaken to determine business risks and responses relating to the disease, followed by an empirical investigation into voluntary disclosure on HIV/Aids by companies listed on the JSE Securities Exchange. The investigation consisted of a thematic content analysis for the period 1998 to 2004. The results of both the literature review and the empirical investigation are used to recommend a disclosure framework that companies can use when reporting on HIV/Aids in their annual reports. The framework recommends the disclosure of HIV/Aids risks and responses by organisations.
Patterns of Interracial and Interethnic Marriages among Foreign-Born Asians in the United States

This study examines the patterns of interracial marriage and interethnic marriage among foreign-born Asians in the United States, using pooled data from the 2008–2012 American Community Surveys. Results show that the most dominant pattern of marriage among foreign-born Asians was still intra-ethnic marriage and that interracial marriage, especially with whites, rather than interethnic marriage among Asians, remained the dominant pattern of intermarriages. Out of all foreign-born Asian marriages, inter-Asian marriages stayed at only about 3%. Among all foreign-born Asian groups, Japanese were most likely to marry interracially and interethnically, while Asian Indians had the lowest rates of interracial marriage and interethnic marriage. Foreign-born Asian women were more likely to interracially marry, especially with whites, than foreign-born Asian men, but they were not much different from foreign-born Asian men in terms of their interethnic marriage rate. The findings have significant implications for intermarriage research, assimilation, and Asian American panethnicity.
Studying Term Structure of SHIBOR with the Two-Factor Vasicek Model

With the development of the Chinese interest rate market, SHIBOR is playing an increasingly important role. Based on principal component analysing SHIBOR, a two-factor Vasicek model is established to portray the change in SHIBOR with different terms. And parameters are estimated by using the Kalman filter. The model is also used to fit and forecast SHIBOR with different terms. The results show that two-factor Vasicek model fits SHIBOR well, especially for SHIBOR in terms of three months or more.
Canadian Soil Quality Guidelines for the Protection of Environmental and Human Health-Lead

Lead (CAS 7439-92-1) is a lustrous, soft, and den silvery metal that tarnishes in the presence of air become a dull, bluish grey. The metal has a relatively l melting point of 327.5 °C and a boiling point of 1740 °C. The solubility of metallic lead is very low, while the solubilities of other lead compounds range from ve soluble to extremely insoluble (Environment Canad 1996). In natural environments, lead is rarely found in
The surprising inefficiency of dwarf satellite quenching

We study dwarf satellite galaxy quenching using observations from the Geha et al. NASASloan Atlas/SDSS catalogue together with {n-ary logical and} cold dark matter cosmological simulations to facilitate selection and interpretation. We show that fewer than 30 per cent of dwarfs (M* ≃ 108.5-9.5M⊙) identified as satellites within massive host haloes (Mhost ≃ 1012.5-14M⊙) are quenched, in spite of the expectation from simulations that half of them should have been accreted more than 6 Gyr ago. We conclude that whatever the action triggering environmental quenching of dwarf satellites, the process must be highly inefficient. We investigate a series of simple, one-parameter quenching models in order to understand what is required to explain the low quenched fraction and conclude that either the quenching time-scale is very long (>9.5Gyr, a 'slow starvation' scenario) or that the environmental trigger is not well matched to accretion within the virial volume. We discuss these results in light of the fact that most of the low-mass dwarf satellites in the Local Group are quenched, a seeming contradiction that could point to a characteristic mass scale for satellite quenching. © 2014 The Authors. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of the Royal Astronomical Society.
THE STELLAR POPULATION AND STAR FORMATION RATES OF z ≈ 1.5–1.6 [O ii]-EMITTING GALAXIES SELECTED FROM NARROWBAND EMISSION-LINE SURVEYS

We present the first detailed study of the stellar populations of star-forming galaxies at z ∼ 1.5, which are selected by their [O ii] emission line, detected in narrowband surveys. We identified ∼1300 [O ii] emitters at z = 1.47 and z = 1.62 in the Subaru Deep Field with rest-frame equivalent widths (EWs) above 13 Å. Optical and near-infrared spectroscopic observations for ≈10% of our samples show that our separation of [O ii] from [O iii] emission-line galaxies in two-color space is 99% successful. We analyze the multi-wavelength properties of a subset of ∼1200 galaxies with the best photometry. They have average rest-frame EW of 45 Å, stellar mass of 3 × 109 M☉, and stellar age of 100 Myr. In addition, our spectral energy distribution (SED) fitting and broadband colors indicate that [O ii] emitters span the full range of galaxy populations at z ∼ 1.5. We also find that 80% of [O ii] emitters are also photometrically classified as “BX/BM” (UV) galaxies and/or the star-forming “BzK” (near-IR) galaxies. Our [O ii] emission line survey produces a far more complete and somewhat deeper sample of z ∼ 1.5 galaxies than either the BX/BM or sBzK selection alone. We constructed average SEDs and find that higher [O ii] EW galaxies have somewhat bluer continua. SED model-fitting shows that they have on average half the stellar mass of galaxies with lower [O ii] EW. The observed [O ii] luminosity is well correlated with the far-UV continuum with a logarithmic slope of 0.89 ± 0.22. The scatter of the [O ii] luminosity against the far-UV continuum suggests that [O ii] can be used as a star formation rate indicator with a reliability of 0.23 dex.
Draft U 24 from Roseolovirus interactions with WW Domains : Canonical vs Non-Canonical

Complete List of Authors: Sang, Yurou; University of British Columbia, Chemistry Zhang, Rui; University of British Columbia, Chemistry Creagh, A. ; University of British Columbia, Michael Smith Laboratories and Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering Haynes, Charles; University of British Columbia, Michael Smith Laboratories and Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering Straus, Suzana; University of British Columbia, Chemistry
Physical and numerical modelling of a bedload deposition area for an Alpine torrent

Abstract. Floods including intensive bedload transport represent a severe hazard to the often densely populated alluvial fans of small Alpine watersheds. In order to minimize the risk of future inundation, an existing bedload deposition area on the fan upstream of the village Vorderberg in southern Austria is planned for reconstruction. The suggested concept for protection measures includes dividing the area into three similar sections of reduced slope. The three sections are to be separated by a block ramp. To test this concept and to optimize the sedimentation process, an analysis was performed by using both a physical scale model (1:30) and a numerical simulation tool (SETRAC). Four configurations for the section-outlet were tested based on three flood scenarios. The results support the general protection concept and suggest a minimum construction configuration, including a woody debris filter. Employing a physical scale model for analysing small watershed processes is rarely found in literature. This contribution represents an applied study and provides quantitative information on bedload deposition and outflow from a deposition area. We test a novel simulation tool for bedload transport on the steep slopes against the measurements in the laboratory and show that the combination of physical and numerical modelling is a valuable tool to evaluate the efficiency of planned measures for torrent hazard mitigation.
Experimental investigation of the effects of foam height, emissivity and orientation on buoyancy-driven convection in open-cell aluminium foam

In this paper air-saturated buoyancy-driven convection in open-cell aluminium foam is studied. The effects of foam height, radiative heat transfer and orientation are experimentally investigated. Two aluminium foam heat sinks with the same baseplate dimensions (6” by 4”) are tested. Their respective foam height is 22 mm and 40 mm. The aluminium foam has a porosity of 0.946 and a pore density of 10 pores per linear inch. The heat sinks are tested in a vertical and a horizontal orientation. The effect of radiation is studied by comparing untreated heat sinks with painted versions. During the experiments the power dissipated by the heat sinks is measured as function of the temperature difference between the baseplate of the heat sink and the ambient. The temperature difference is varied from 10 to 70°C. By increasing the height of the foam, the heat dissipated by the heat sink increases by 49% at a temperature difference of 10°C. However, due to the high hydraulic resistance of the foam, only part of the extra heat exchanging surface area contributes to the convective heat transfer. This is illustrated qualitatively using smoke visualisations. Painting the heat sinks results in an increase in heat transfer by 10% and 17% on average for the high and low heat sink respectively due to the higher emissivity values. The lower relative improvement of the high heat sink can be explained by the larger temperature drop along the height of the heat sink due to the low thermal conductivity. Finally, the low painted heat sink dissipated up to 18% more heat in its horizontal orientation compared to the vertical one.
A Forecast of Internationalization Strategies for the Spanish Olive Oil Value Chain

This study investigates key factors and future strategies for the internationalization of the Spanish olive oil from a value chain perspective. To this end, a two-round Delphi survey was conducted in 2017 involving the participation of a representative, highly qualified panel of experts in national and international olive oil markets. The study contributes to solve one of the most pressing concerns of the Spanish olive oil industry, namely the need to enhance internationalization in order to strengthen its competitive position in nontraditional markets where most of the recent growth in olive oil consumption is taking place. Results reveal, inter alia, that the achievement of a sustained competitive advantage in foreign markets will increasingly depend on the joint and coordinated efforts contributed by all the chain participants to implementing quality-driven policies starting from the upstream production stages and covering the whole value chain, accomplishing the necessary structural and organizational changes, as well as developing appropriate marketing and promotional strategies in concertation with public institutions.
A High-Frequency Investigation of the Interaction between Volatility and DAX Returns

One of the most noticeable stylised facts in finance is that stock index returns are negatively correlated with changes in volatility. The economic rationale for the effect is still controversial. The competing explanations have different implications for the origin of the relationship: Are volatility changes induced by index movements, or inversely, does volatility drive index returns? To differentiate between the alternative hypotheses, we analyse the lead-lag relationship of option implied volatility and index return in Germany based on Granger causality tests and impulse-response functions. Our dataset consists of all transactions in DAX options and futures over the time period from 1995 to 2005. Analyzing returns over 5-minute intervals, we find that the relationship is return-driven in the sense that index returns Granger cause volatility changes. This causal relationship is statistically and economically significant and can be clearly separated from the contemporaneous correlation. The largest part of the implied volatility response occurs immediately, but we also observe a smaller retarded reaction for up to one hour. A volatility feedback effect is not discernible. If it exists, the stock market appears to correctly anticipate its importance for index returns.
Impact of hybridization on the pattern of molecular genetic variation in maize (Zea mays)

Present study was conducted to analyze the impact of hybridization on the molecular variation of maize. Total ten RAPD markers were used to assess the genetic diversity in hybridized maize crop and its relationships with their respective F1 hybrids was also established in present study. Among these, five were succeeding to amplify DNA fragments through PCR technique and produced total 31 fragments. Out of these thirty one, twenty two showed polymorphism and mean of these polymorphic percent scored 64.5%. Least genetic similarity was reported in L2×T1 against other genotypes; on the other hand L2×T2 and L3×T1 became closely related genera and gained 100 percent genetic similarity. Generally, the F1 hybrids acted in a different way compared with their corresponded parental lines, and the latest tend to occupy separate cluster in Dendrogram tree as they generally gained low values of genetic similarity. Meanwhile F1 hybrids showed high level genetic similarity among themselves. Result of present study revealed a clear impact of hybridization on the genetic diversity among maize genotypes and could play an important role in developing new genotypes. Ayoob O Mohammed
ANA immunofluorescence versus profile-how well they perform in autoimmune diseases: an analysis of their clinical utility in a tertiary care centre

Background: While Immunofluorescence assay remains the gold standard for the detection of ANA, Immunoprofile by ELISA is being increasingly utilized in view of easy availability and quick results. The study was done to find out whether ANA profile results are comparable with IFA.Methods: About 100 patients who had undergone both immunofluorescence and Immunoprofile were included. Immunofluorescence correlation with profile and their correlation with the disease were analyzed; sensitivity, specificity and predictive values were calculated.Results: ANA was positive in 78% by immunofluorescence; 73% by ANA profile. 22 patients in whom ANA IFA was negative were picked up by ANA profile. 27 patients who were not detected by ANA profile were tested positive by IFA. ANA testing by immuno profile had a sensitivity of 65% with a positive predictive value of 69% when compared with IFA. Immunofluorescence pattern and ANA profile correlated with the diagnosed disease in 63% and 49% respectively. Immunofluorescence pattern correlated with the ANA profile in only 35% of the study subjects. On correlation with the disease, ANA profile scored less compared to ANA-IFA with a sensitivity and specificity of 46% each; positive predictive value of 59%; negative predictive value of 33%. On analysis of individual disease, ANA profile is as good as IFA in SLE and scleroderma in terms of sensitivity. In Sjogren’s syndrome and MCTD, specificity and positive predictive value of ANA profile is high.Conclusions: ANA IFA performs better than immunoprofile in the diagnosis of autoimmune diseases.
Do Low-Quality Leader-Member Relationships Matter for Subordinates? Evidence from Three Samples on the Validity of the Norwegian LMX Scale

Theories on the relations between leaders and subordinates have been of interest to researchers for decades; however, these theories have received less attention in the Nordic countries. The aim of this study is twofold: to investigate the validity of the Leader-Member-Exchange Scale, LMX-7, in three Norwegian samples, and to explore potentially negative relationships between leader–member relationships and work-environment quality indicators. Data were collected from teachers (n = 409), industrial workers (n = 406), and bus drivers (n = 1024). All hypotheses were supported. Results supported use of the measure LMX-7 as indicated by factor structure, high construct validity, sufficient criterion-related validity, discriminant validity, and internal reliability as measured by Cronbach’s alpha above 0.90. Poor quality relationships were associated with higher levels of role conflict, stress, bullying, turnover intentions, age discrimination, and negative affectivity, and lower levels of job satisfaction, commitment, skills utilization, autonomy, participation, perceived fairness, and social support. Potential consequences of low-quality relations and implications of findings are discussed.
SELF-ESTIMATED INTELLIGENCE, PSYCHOMETRIC INTELLIGENCE AND PERSONALITY

This study looks at the relationship between personality traits (Big Five personality traits), fluid (Gf) and subjectively-assessed (SAI) intelligence. British university students together (N = 100) completed the NEO-PI-R (Costa & McCrae, 1992), five intelligence tests, a measure of Emotional Intelligence (EQ) and estimated their intellectual ability on a normal distribution followed by six specific abilities. The Wonderlic Personnel Test score was a significant predictor of three estimates: EQ of two; and Openness to Experience of five of these estimates. The most variance accounted for was 16 per cent when regressing intelligence the Big Five personality traits and emotional intelligence onto SAI scores. The five intelligence tests correlated significantly with each other. Males give higher overall IQ self-estimates (114.4 vs 106.4) and higher overall vocabulary scores (116.0 vs 106.5). Regressing the six specific abilities onto the overall estimate showed three to be significant (Vocabulary, Ability to learn new things, Cultural Knowledge).
Distribution and Abundance of Endangered Florida Key Deer on Outer Islands

Abstract Status assessment of endangered Florida Key deer (Odocoileus virginianus clavium) is currently limited by a paucity of information regarding population estimates for outer islands, which collectively comprise approximately 70% of potential habitat within the Key deer range. Practical limitations and financial considerations render traditional survey techniques impractical for application on remote outer islands. Our objective was to evaluate the utility of infrared-triggered cameras to estimate Key deer abundance on outer islands. We used digital infrared-triggered cameras and mark–resight methods to estimate Key deer abundance on 20 outer islands. Abundance estimates for primary subpopulations ranged from 15 to 16 for Howe Key, 5 to 10 for Knockemdown complex, and 13 to 17 for Little Pine Key. Other island complexes such as Ramrod Key, Water Key, and Annette complex maintain only small subpopulations (i.e., ≤5 individuals) and other previously inhabited island complexes (e.g., Johnson complex and Summerland Key) no longer maintain subpopulations. Key deer abundance was well below estimated carrying capacities on all outer islands, with larger natural populations occurring closest to Big Pine Key. Our results suggest that camera-based surveys offer a practical method to monitor abundance and population trends of Key deer on outer islands. Our study is the first to estimate Key deer abundance in these areas using technically structured model-based methods and provides managers with current and baseline information regarding Key deer subpopulations.
NETWORK CHANGE AND DEVELOPMENT OF BUMIPUTERA ENTREPRENEURS: THE STUDY OF MULTIPLE-CASES OF SMALL BUSINESSES IN THE SOUTHERN REGION OF MALAYSIA

This paper seeks to empirically explore the dynamics of change and development of network ties of Bumiputera entrepreneurs during the firms’ tipping points. Literature review shows that many studies have explored the mix of strong and weak ties in small businesses linking them to stages of business development. More recent literature, however, has conceptualised firm growth through the notion of critical problems or ‘tipping points’ that must be successfully tackled in order to continue on a development path. While the importance of network ties has been well documented in relation to growth stages, limited work has investigated the contribution that strong and weak ties make as a firm faces specific tipping points, thus showing a call for further investigation. This is a qualitative study involving eight cases of small-sized food manufacturing firms in the Southern region of Malaysia. The main data collection method is an in-depth interview with the owner-managers using Critical Incident Interview Technique. The triangulation of data has been carried out by interviewing individuals who are seen as strong and weak ties of the network. This study explores 10 themes of tipping points that trigger network change and development; these are financial problem, new market entry, strategic orientation, people management, competition, external events and/or environmental factor, trust breaking, network broker, multidimensionality of entrepreneurial-level context and multidimensionality of dyadic-level context. This study adds value to the network change literature and provide managerial and policy implications.
THE TRANSMISSION OF SHOCKS TO THE EXCHANGE RATE ON THE INFLATION OF IMPORTED GOODS IN THE

In this document we estimate the degree of short and long run transmission on the inflation of imported goods of a structural shock to the devaluation of the Colombian peso in the presence of asymmetries. We used a standard pass-through equation for models with imperfect competition, quarterly data from Colombia for the 1985 to 2007 period, and lineal and non-lineal econometric models. The results show that the transmission is less than proportional no matter what the time run and state of the economy are considered. The degree and dynamics of the transmission were also found to be endogenous and asymmetric to the speed of the changes and volatility of the exchange rate and the state of the economy. The transmission is greater when the economy is booming and more open, the devaluation/appreciation of the exchange rate accelerates and is less volatile, the real exchange rate is overvaluated, and the inflation rate is "high" and less volatile, and it decelerates. Classification JEL: F31, E31, E52, C51, C52