Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Scienti fi c opinion on chronic wasting disease ( II ) EFSA Panel on Biological Hazards ( BIOHAZ )

The European Commission asked EFSA for a scientific opinion on chronic wasting disease in two parts. Part one, on surveillance, animal health risk-based measures and public health risks, was published in January 2017. This opinion (part two) addresses the remaining Terms of Reference, namely, ‘are the conclusions and recommendations in the EFSA opinion of June 2004 on diagnostic methods for chronic wasting disease still valid? If not, an update should be provided’, and ‘update the conclusions of the 2010 EFSA opinion on the results of the European Union survey on chronic wasting disease in cervids, as regards its occurrence in the cervid population in the European Union’. Data on the performance of authorised rapid tests in North America are not comprehensive, and are more limited than those available for the tests approved for statutory transmissible spongiform encephalopathies surveillance applications in cattle and sheep. There are no data directly comparing available rapid test performances in cervids. The experience in Norway shows that the Bio-Rad TeSeE SAP test, immunohistochemistry and western blotting have detected reindeer, moose and red deer cases. It was shown that testing both brainstem and lymphoid tissue from each animal increases the surveillance sensitivity. Shortcomings in the previous EU survey limited the reliability of inferences that could be made about the potential disease occurrence in Europe. Subsequently, testing activity in Europe was low, until the detection of the disease in Norway, triggering substantial testing efforts in that country. Available data neither support nor refute the conclusion that chronic wasting disease does not occur widely in the EU and do not preclude the possibility that the disease was present in Europe before the survey was conducted. It appears plausible that chronic wasting disease could have become established in Norway more than a decade ago. © 2018 European Food Safety Authority. EFSA Journal published by John Wiley and Sons Ltd on behalf of European Food Safety Authority.
THE PARATEXTS OF THE CYPRUS CONFLICT : POLICY , SCIENCE , AND THE PURSUIT OF ‘ OBJECTIVITY ’ *

This article addresses the way in which ‘the Cyprus conflict’ post-1974 has been constructed in studies that straddle the academic/political divide. Since their inception, analyses of the Cyprus conflict have striven to produce accounts that are insightful, impartial, yet at the same time engaged. The article focuses on authors who have had an impact on wider Greek-Cypriot public perceptions beyond academia and analyses their treatment of impartiality and engagement. What such works have in common, the article suggests, is the fact that they attempt to navigate the space between political analysis and political involvement, and therefore, the tension between impartiality and engagement is of primary importance in the interpretation of the discourse each deals with. Genette’s concept of ‘paratexts’ is used to argue that strategies of managing the tension between impartiality and engagement as well as further tensions arising from it are evident in paratextual material, emphasising what perhaps might not be directly stressed in the text.
P o S ( N u F a c t 2 0 1 7 ) 0 7 5 Semiphenomenological spectral functions in neutrino scattering

We present a model for lepton-nucleus interaction which has been developed in a framework successully used to describe a variety of nuclear reactions. It is based on the local density approximation and accounts for some nuclear corrections needed to properly describe the processes induced by an electroweak probe. We focus our analysis on the role played by the spectral functions which were obtained from a semiphenomenological model for the nucleon self energy inside of a nuclear medium [1]. The RPA (random phase approximation) effects are also considered in order to properly describe the collective excitations of the nuclei. At low energies the model has been compared with the data for muon and radiative pion capture processes. We also present results for the lepton-nucleus scattering cross section for a wide energy-momentum transfer range.
GREEN SYNTHESIS AND CHARACTERIZATION OF SILVER NANOPARTICLES USING Calotropis procera EXTRACT

The green synthesis of silver nanoparticles (Ag-np) using leaves extract from Calotropis Porocera has been investigated. Extract of Calotropis procera was used as both reducing and stabilizing agent instead of the general convention of the use of sodium borohydride solution. Ag-np was characterized using a combination of spectroscopic techniques: Ultraviolet-Visible (UV-VIS) Spectroscopy, Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), Scanning and Transmission Electron Microscopy (SEM and TEM), and Energy Dispersive X-ray (EDX). The spectrum from UV-VIS depicted the wavelength for the formation of Ag-np at 420 nm. Both SEM and TEM depicted the morphology and size of the nanoparticles while the elemental analysis and the relative abundance of each element in the nanoparticles were revealed through the EDX. This research gives a clear efficacy and reality of the use of low cost and environmentally benign extract a main precursor in the synthesis of Ag nanoparticles. Dada et al.; JACSI, 8(4): 137-143, 2017 138
TO BYPASS THE BLOCK OF NEURONAL DIFFERENTIATION IN PC 12 CELLS IMPOSED BY A DOMINANT NEGATIVE RAS PROTEIN

Nitric oxide (NO) is a mediator of a diverse array of interand intracellular signal transduction processes. The aim of the present study was to analyze its possible role as a second messenger in the process of neuronal differentiation of PC12 pheochromocytoma cells. Upon NGF treatment wildtype PC12 cells stop dividing and develop neurites. In contrast, a PC12 subclone (designated M-M17-26) expressing a dominant-negative mutant Ras protein keeps proliferating and fails to grow neurites after NGF treatment. Sodium nitroprusside (SNP), an NO donor, was found to induce the p53 protein and to inhibit proliferation of both PC12 and M-M17-26 cells, but failed to induce neuronal differentiation in these cell lines. Key signaling pathways (the ERK and Akt pathways) were also not affected by SNP treatment, and the phosphorylation of CREB transcription factor was only slightly stimulated. It is thus concluded from the results presented in this paper that NO is unable to activate signaling proteins acting downstream or independent of Ras that are required for neuronal differentiation.
UNIVERSITY OF RIJEKA FACULTY OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH

Alongside with the traditional Chakavian (Čakavian or Čakavski) dialect, the Fiuman dialect is one of the autochthonous idioms spoken in the city of Rijeka. Since it is a minority language, it could be argued that it is at risk of extinction. Following recent works in the field, which aim at researching the usage and the status of the dialect nowadays, this particular case study aims to observe the everyday speech of multilingual speakers who consider il Fiumano as their mother tongue. The analysis of their dialogues permitted not only to comment on the current usage of this minority language, spoken alongside standard Croatian and standard Italian, but also gave insight into the current state, vitality and possibly the future of this local dialect. The results presented in this thesis contribute to previous research in the field.
Nonlinear Operation of Resonant Sensors Based On Weakly Coupled Resonators: Theory and Modeling

This theoretical work investigates the properties of nonlinearly operated weakly coupled resonators (WCRs) for resonant sensing applications. We propose an analysis framework for mutually injection-locked oscillators (MILOs) and mode-localized oscillators (MOLOs), subject to nonlinear restoring and damping forces. Under some simplifying assumptions, three sensor architectures are investigated and compared, highlighting several common features, such as: 1) the insensitivity of the amplitude ratio output metric to the A-f effect and 2) the instability of one oscillation state above a threshold amplitude. These results are illustrated and validated using transient simulations. Their range of validity is then discussed with finite perturbations, finite bandwidth, measurement noise, and nonlinear dissipation-fluctuation.
Language proficiency differences in second language learning anxiety

In general, the objective of learning English language in Malaysian education system is to ensure the students can use English in their daily basis, to further study and for the workplace. The main purpose of English course in Polytechnics is to ensure the students are able to communicate effectively and confidently. Therefore, the students should be able to understand the language and use it with confident in their daily lives and for their future employment. However, most of the students are reluctant to communicate in English and many of them prefer to withdraw from participating in any English language activities. The reason for this issue might be due to the feeling of anxiety in learning the second language. Hence, this study aimed to investigate the language proficiency differences between above average and below average students with respect to language learning anxiety. There were 96 semester three students from Civil Engineering Department, Politeknik Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin participated in this study. SPSS version 22 has been used to analyses collected data consists of a 33 item questionnaire of Foreign Language Classroom Anxiety Scale (FLCAS). The t-test has been used to determine if there was a significant difference between above average and below average students in regard of language learning anxiety. The study revealed that below average students were more anxious than above average students for all types of anxiety. However, t-test demonstrated that there was no significant difference between language learning anxiety in regard of students’ level of proficiency. Thus, several implications have been suggested in this study to help the below average students to cater language learning anxiety. One of the examples is by conducting an English Camp for the targeted students serves as an effective method to cope language learning anxiety among below average students. Keyword: language proficiency, second language, language learning anxiety, Malaysian polytechnics This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. ©2018 by author.
Teaching Method for Learners with Visual impairment : How it henhances their classroom participation and academic performance . ( Conference ID : CFP / 314 / 2017 )

This manuscript is an extract from my PhD study entitled teaching method for learners with visual impairment: how Art Education Teaching Method enhances their classroom participation and academic performance in Zambia. Teaching is a process of impacting knowledge and skills into the learners. There is a problem of how to teach learners with visual impairment in the teaching fraternity. According to [15] problem of how to teach is due to lack of appropriate teaching method resulting into poor classroom participation and academic performance of learners with visual impairment. The five study sites were Magwero, Ndola Lions, Sefula, Saint Mulumba schools for the visually impaired and Munali girls’ secondary school and the schools were from five provinces of Zambia. These sites were selected because they had learners with visual impairment. The main instruments that the researcher used were questionnaires, focused group discussions and observation checklist. Use of these instruments provided a triangulation of the data collected for the study. This helped the researcher to collect data that was valid and reliable and a gap in one of the research instruments was supplemented by the other research instruments. The study found that, Art Education Teaching Method using its four elements namely perception, cognition, touch and creativity can be effective when teaching learners with visual impairment. The work was an attempt to address the problem of how to teach learners with visual impairment which result into the problem of poor classroom participation and academic performance of these learners in Zambia. The recommendation was that, teachers need to be trained in the use of Art Education Teaching Method as key persons.
AN ANALYSIS OF FACTORS INFLUENCING ADOPTION OF E-FINANCING IN FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS IN THIKA SUB-COUNTY , KIAMBU COUNTY , KENYA NJURAITA

This study sought to analyze factors influencing adoption of e-financing in financial institutions in Thika sub-county, Kiambu County, Kenya. The study adopted a descriptive crosssectional survey. The study was carried out in the financial institutions and thus the study targeted 60 Top-Level Managers, 120 Technical Staff and 1320 Accounts‟ Clerks all totaling to 1320. Using the Central Limit Theorem, a sample of 12 financial institutions, that is, 20% of the targeted 60 financial institutions, were selected. Based on the same theorem, 300 respondents, that is, 20% of 1500, were selected. Questionnaires were used to collect data from Technical Staff and Accounts‟ Clerks whereas interviews were used to collect data from Top-Level Managers. Piloting study was conducted to pretest and validate the questionnaire. Quantitative data collected was analyzed using descriptive statistics specifically, percentages and frequencies. Data was then presented in tables. Hypotheses were tested using ANOVA at 95% confidence interval with the help of SPSS (Version 23). The study established that the levels of adoption of e-financing by financial institutions is below average. It is also evident that there numerous factors which influence adoption of e-financing in financial institutions. These include cost of technology, perceived risks, operational efficiency and competition. The study thus recommends that financial institutions should do proper planning of their financial resources and allocate adequate resources for adoption of e-financing. Financial institutions should devise strategies for risk management and lay ground for effective mitigation measures upon adoption of e-financing technology. Financial institutions should adopt e-financing as a way of improving their productivity and attendant profitability. Financial institutions are pressurized by their competitors to improve on profitability. Thus, the study recommends that financial institutions should adopt e-financing as a way of edging their competitors in the market.
Metacognitive Awareness Inventory for Teachers (MAIT).

Introduction. In research literature there have been a great number of attempts to conceptualize the construct of metacognition over the last three decades. The concept itself has increased its popularity in almost all disciplines ranging from communication to nursing. This popularity has been materialized with a lot of metacognitive inventories developed in time. However, there is no inventory specifically designed solely for teachers, of which we know in the literature. At this point, this study aims at modifying Metacognitive Awareness Inventory for Teachers by making use of the inventory developed for metacognitive awareness of adults. Method. Consisting of three phases carried out, this study was conducted so as to make the inventory reliable and valid to be used in educational research paradigm. Each phase consisted of steps, namely items construction, external feedback, SPSS analyses, and inventory piloting with a number of student teachers. Results. The results of this three-phase study support the validity and reliability of scores on the inventory modified by the researcher who based it on the Metacognitive Awareness Inventory (MAI). Discussion and Conclusion. The modified version of MAI, entitled MAIT, seemed to make a valid and reliable inventory to measure teachers‟ metacognitive awareness. Thus, this inventory would be utilized as a tool to measure teachers‟ metacognitive awareness in educational research area.
HEALTH-RELATED HRM , WELL-BEING AND PERFORMANCE MUTUAL GAINS ? HEALTH-RELATED HRM , COLLECTIVE WELL-BEING AND ORGANIZATIONAL PERFORMANCE

Research on the effects of HR management on employees’ psychological well-being has yielded inconclusive results. Moreover, prior works remain unclear on whether human resource practices specifically aimed at enhancing employee well-being also benefit organizational performance. Building on signaling theory and conservation of resources theory, our study investigates the relationship between health-related human resource management (HHRM), employees’ collective well-being (in terms of collective emotional exhaustion and collective engagement) and organizational performance. Results from a multi-source field study of top management team members, HR representatives, and 15,952 employees in 88 organizations reveal a positive indirect relationship between HHRM and employees’ collective well-being, which is mediated by employees’ positive stress mindset. In addition, we find this positive indirect association to depend on the level of transformational leadership climate in organizations. Finally, our findings also show a positive indirect relationship between HHRM and company performance, mediated by employees’ positive stress mindset and collective engagement.
Growth curves modeling of multirracial replacement milk heifers reared under pasture tropical conditions.

Nonlinear mixed models were used to describe the growth pattern of dairy replacement heifers from birth to conception age using the Gompertz, Von Bertalanffy, Verhulst and Logistic functions. The studied racial groups were Holstein-50% x Gyr-50% (HG), Holstein-50% x Jersey-50% (HJ) and Jersey-50% x Holstein-25% x Gyr-25% (JHG). Random effects were linked to asymptotic body weight (β0), constant of integration (β1) and maturation rate (β2) parameters in each mathematical function. Models with fixed effects and different combinations of random effects were compared according with their capacity to fit the data set. Residual variance, Akaike and Bayesian information criterion and residual plots were used to evaluate the models. In general, the addition of random effects in the models increased the accuracy in parameters estimates, however the best fit was achieved with the Von Bertalanffy function with random effects associated to β0, β1 and β2 parameters. This model improved the likelihood statistics and reduced the residual variance in 47% on average with respect to the fixed effects models. Compared with an optimal growth process under tropical condition, model predictions indicate that heifer within the three evaluated genotypes are reaching conception with inadequate weights as a consequence of the poor diet quality available during the rearing period. The results suggest that exist the opportunity to exploit the real potential growth of heifers improving the rearing management, nutrition and selecting for precocious animals.
ASSESSING THE CLIMATE FORECAST SYSTEM REANALYSIS WEATHER DATA DRIVEN HYDROLOGICAL MODEL FOR THE YANGTZE RIVER BASIN IN CHINA

It is a challenge to adequately represent meteorological data for river basin modelling in datascarce regions. Hydrological models may benefit from alternative climate data sources such as the Climate Forecast System Reanalysis (CFSR) weather data. A proposed method was applied to evaluate the applicability of CFSR data in the Soil and Water Assessment Tool (SWAT) eco-hydrological model for the 1.8×10 km Yangtze River Basin (YRB) in China. The CFSR data were first validated by ground-based meteorological station (GMS) data to confirm sufficient accuracy to predict the hydrology for the YRB. It was determined that the CFSR simulation was able to generate acceptable accuracy with calibrated parameters of GMS-based model. The R and ENS of the monthly results from both GMSand CFSR-SWAT simulations were > 0.70 in both calibration and validation periods. The monthly streamflow hydrograph from GMS and CFSR simulations showed two different patterns: distinct differences in baseflow and less discrepancy for the peak flows, such as the patterns at Cuntan and Yichang gauge stations, whereas the results are characterized as close matches the peaks and the recession periods at Hankou and Datong gauge stations. The CFSR simulation generated better results in the middle and lower reaches than in the upper reach of the basin. To a certain extent, the CFSR provides an alternative to quickly build hydrological model in data scarce area for large basins.
Innovations and Export Performance : Firm Level Evidence from China

Received: 30 June 2018 Revised: 12 August 2018 Accepted: 16 August 2018 Suggested citation: Cieślik, A. , Qu, Y. , & Qu, T. (2018). Innovations and Export Performance: Firm Level Evidence from Chinese Firms. Entrepreneurial Business and Economics Review, 6(4), 27-47. https://doi.org/10.15678/EBER.2018. 060402 28 | Andrzej Cieślik, Yi Qu, Ting Qu
Pre-processing Tokenization Stopwords Removal Embedding Model Word Vector Word Embedding Classification Informative Classifier Results Filter Category Classifier Document of reviews Lowercase Spelling Correction

The app reviews are useful for app developers because they contain valuable information, e.g. bug, feature request, user experience, and rating. This information can be used to better understand user needs and application defects during software maintenance and evolution phase. The increasing number of reviews causes problems in the analysis process for developers. Reviews in textual form are difficult to understand, this is due to the difficulty of considering semantic between sentences. Moreover, manual checking is time-consuming, requires a lot of effort, and costly for manual analysis. Previous research shows that the collection of the review contains non-informative reviews because they do not have valuable information. Non-informative reviews considered as noise and should be eliminated especially for classification process. Moreover, semantic problems between sentences are not considered for the reviews classification. The purpose of this research is to classify user reviews into three classes, i.e. bug, feature request, and non-informative reviews automatically. User reviews are converted into vectors using word embedding to handle the semantic problem. The vectors are used as input into the first classifier that classifies informative and non-informative reviews. The results from the first classifier, that is informative reviews, then reclassified using the second classifier to determine its category, e.g. bug report or feature request. The experiment using 306,849 sentences of reviews crawled from Google Play and F-Droid. The experiment result shows that the proposed model is able to classify mobile application review by produces best accuracy of 0.79, precision of 0.77, recall of 0.87, and F-Measure of 0.81.