Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Debt and REIT performance: Evidence from Australia

Firms finance operations in one of three ways: retained earnings, debt or the issuance of equity. The Australian REIT sector experienced phenomenal growth in the early 2000s outperforming the ASX200 as funds borrowed aggressively to fuel expansion. However, the sector collapsed during the financial crisis of 2007-09 which was due in part by its heavy reliance on debt and increased exposure to financial risk. Since then, the sector has recovered under a low interest environment while capital structures have been reconfigured through a combination of debt retirement and equity raisings.This study aims to explore the relationship between debt and the performance of the REIT sector in Australia which is important as over AUD114bn are currently invested in the property sector via superannuation funds (pension funds) representing approximately 8 percent of total holdings.Utilising panel data from the Australian market over a 20 year period spanning multiple economic cycles, REIT performance was found to have an inverse relationship to leverage even after controlling for factors such as market risk, inflation and economic growth. The adverse effects are further compounded with increasingly higher levels of gearing. Additionally funds with low interest coverage ability and insufficient free cash flows also exhibit greater exposure to gearing risk.
The use of intervention analysis of the mortality rates from breast cancer in assessing the Brazilian screening programme

Introduction: There is a need to develop methods to evaluate public health interventions. Therefore, this work proposed an intervention analysis on time series of breast cancer mortality rates to assess the effects of an action of the Brazilian Screening Programme. Methods: The analysed series was the monthly female breast cancer mortality rates from January 1996 to March 2016. The intervention was the establishment of the National Information System on Breast Cancer in June 2009. The Box-Tiao approach was used to build a Global Intervention Model (GIM) composed of a component that fits the series without the intervention, and a component that fits the effect with the intervention. The intervention’s response time was estimated and used to define the length of the residual series to assess the predictive accuracy of the GIM, which was compared to a one-step-ahead forecasting approach. Results: The pre-intervention period was fitted to a SARIMA (0,1,2) (1,1,1)12 model and the intervention’s effect to an ARIMA (1,1,0) model. The intervention led to an increase in the mortality rates, and its response time was 24 months. The forecast error (MAPE) for the GIM was 3.14%, and for the one-step-ahead forecast it was 2.15%. Conclusion: This work goes one step further in relation to the studies carried out to evaluate the Breast Cancer Screening Programme in Brazil, considering that it was possible to quantify the effects and the response time of the intervention, demonstrating the potential of the proposed method to be used to evaluate health interventions.
The effects of CLIL on L1 competence development in monolingual contexts

ABSTRACT Very little research has been conducted on the effects of CLIL on L1 competence development. This article compares CLIL and non-CLIL learners’ levels of attainment in Spanish Language and Literature in seven public schools in the South of Spain. Learners’ verbal intelligence and motivation were previously matched in order to homogenise the sample. This study focuses on a total of seven public schools (N = 271) in the province of Seville, at both primary and secondary level. Students’ performance in L1 (Spanish) was compared to check differences between CLIL and non-CLIL strands. The results suggest that students in CLIL programmes do better in their end-of-year Spanish Language and Literature assessment, compared with students in non-CLIL strands, and that these differences are not due to setting (rural vs. urban). There is also some evidence to suggest that amount, distribution and type of L1 and FL input in CLIL classes might be factors accounting for CLIL learners’ positive results in the L1. Teachers and students surveyed generally believe that CLIL has a positive impact in this area, particularly on students’ understanding of how language works.
Efektivitas media berbasis augmented reality terhadap kemampuan anak tunarungu mengenal kebudayaan Yogyakarta

Abstrak: Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui efektivitas media pembelajaran yang dikembangkan berbasis augmented reality terhadap hasil belajar mengenal kebudayaan dalam mata pelajaran IPS siswa tunarungu kelas V SLB B Karnnamanohara. Pendekatan penelitian yang digunakan yaitu kuantitatif dengan jenis penelitian kuasi eksperimen. Desain yang digunakan adalah bentuk one group pretes posttest design. Subjek dalam penelitian ini adalah siswa tunarungu kelas V SLB B Karnnamanohara yang berjumlah lima siswa. Teknik pengumpulan data yang digunakan adalah tes. Analisis data yang digunakan adalah statistik nonparametrik dengan mengunakan analisis Wilcoxon Test. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa penggunaan media Yogya Monopoli efektif terhadap hasil belajar mengenal kebudayaan dalam mata pelajaran IPS siswa tunarungu kelas V SLB B Karnnamanohara. Hasil analisis data menggunakan Wilcoxon Test menunjukkan hasil perhitungan T hitung lebih kecil dari pada T tabel yaitu 0 (p≤0,05), sehingga Ho ditolak. Data hasil penelitian ini juga didukung dengan data hasil pencapaian posttest lebih baik dari hasil pencapaian pretest. Kata kunci : anak tunarungu, hasil belajar, mengenal kebudayaan. Abstract: This study aim to determine the effectiveness of Yogya Monopoly media toward the learning outcome of culture in the social science subject for children with hearing impairment in grade 5th SLB Karnnamanohara. The research approach used is quantitative with quasi-experimental research type. The design used is one group pretest posttest design. Subjects used in this research are students with hearing impairment of class V in SLB Karnnamanohara. Data collection technique in this study is test. The data analysis used is nonparametric statistic by using Wilcoxon Test analysis. The results of the research showed that the use of Yogya Monopoly media was effective toward the learning outcomes of the culture in the subjects of social studies students with hearing impairment of class V in SLB Karnnamanohara. The result of data analysis which used Wilcoxon Test showed the result of calculation of T count smaller than at T table that was 0 (p≤0,05), therefore Ho was rejected. The data of the study was supported by with data of posttest achievement which had higher result than the result of pretest achievement. Keywords: hearing impairment, learning outcomes, culture.
Online Personalized Advertising Avoidance by Chinese Consumers: The Effect of Consumer Good Types

This study introduces a structural model that explores the relationship of consumersâ€™ perceived goal impediment, perceived ad irrelevance, prior negative experience with Online Personalized Advertising (OPA), advertising that is customized to the userâ€™s online behavior. The study also evaluates whether the types of consumer goods being advertised influences the relationships between perceptual factors and OPA avoidance. Survey data from 462 online consumers in China were used to validate the structural model. Results show that perceived goal impediment, perceived OPA irrelevance, and prior negative experience are all associated with OPA avoidance. Prior negative experience is the most significant factor; perceived OPA irrelevance does not lead to advertising avoidance when engaged in amusement or information-seeking. When comparing the differences between convenience goods, shopping goods, and specialty goods, perceived goal impediment and prior negative experience have a stronger effect on OPA avoidance for specialty goods and shopping goods than for convenience goods.
Management of upper odontogenic infections and the role of multidisciplinary treatment

Aim Odontogenic sinusitis is a group of infections related to dental conditions. It may involve the paranasal sinuses (upper odontogenic infections, UOs) and cervical-fascial spaces. Proper diagnosis and treatment of dental complications can be challenging due to unspecific clinical presentation. Materials and methods A retrospective study of 37 patients with acute UOs treated between January 2008 and December 2018 is presented. A clear etiological and chronological relationship between the odontogenic focus and sinonasal infection was required for inclusion in the study. Results The causes of UOs were mainly dental implantation (29.8%) and tooth extraction (18.9%). In all cases, UOs were treated with transnasal endoscopic surgery, associated with transoral procedures in 24 out of 37 patients (64.9%). Empirical antibiotic therapy was used in all cases, whereas antibiogram-driven therapy was adopted secondarily in 22 out of 37 cases (59.4%). Surgical success was achieved in 97.3% of patients. Conclusions Multidisciplinary agreement of an otorhinolaryngologist and dental surgeon is a crucial step in proper diagnosis and treatment of UOs. A correct surgical approach and antibiogram-driven therapy are key elements of correct resolution of infection.
Influence of public governance on the efficiency in the allocation of public resources

Resumo Este estudo buscou verificar a influência de práticas de governança pública na eficiência da aplicação dos recursos públicos em educação e saúde nos municípios brasileiros, a partir da perspectiva da nova governança pública (new public governance - NPG). Para atingir tal objetivo, construiu-se um índice de eficiência municipal (IEM) com o intuito de medir a eficiência da aplicação dos recursos públicos com educação e saúde dos municípios brasileiros no ano de 2010. Posteriormente, por meio de modelos estatísticos de regressões de Mínimos Quadrados Ordinários, Tobit bootstraping e quantílica, verificou-se a influência de variáveis tidas como princípios de governança pública: transparência/accountability, participação, integridade/ética, conformidade legal, equidade e efetividade. Como conclusão, este artigo mostra que práticas de governança pública influenciam a eficiência da aplicação dos recursos públicos em educação e saúde nos municípios brasileiros.
Variations and Influences of Connectedness among US Housing Markets

This paper uses the house price indices of 20 metropolitan statistical areas (MSAs) across the United States from January 1991 to April 2018 to analyze the dynamic connectedness of the housing markets in these MSAs. By estimating the connectedness of the entire sample before, during, and after the subprime mortgage crisis, this paper compares the changes in the impact of each regional housing market in the abovementioned MSAs during the stated time period. The results show that housing markets in west coast MSAs are the most influential, and the spatial distribution of this influence is affected by the subprime mortgage crisis because, compared to other periods, the fewest MSAs have a positive net impact during the crisis period and are found along the coast. The influence of the west coast cities increases after the subprime mortgage crisis compared to that before the crisis, probably because the house prices in these cities recover more quickly. In addition, an increase in connectedness represents more systematic risks and also influences the connectedness of the housing markets with other financial markets. The results of this paper also indicate that if the Federal Reserve uses monetary policies to interfere with the housing market, this might increase the default risks of the entire housing market across the United States, and a financial crisis from the spread of default risks might ensue. By discussing the linkage of the regional housing markets across the United States, we provide another warning indicator for the risks of housing markets, risks linked to other financial markets, and uncertainty risks for the overall economy.
Influence of Macroeconomic Factors in the Capital Structure of Foreign Subsidiarie

This article examines the influence of macroeconomic factors in the capital structure of subsidiaries of foreign multinational companies (SFM) in Brazil by comparing them with local Brazilian companies (LBC) during the period from 1998–2008. Panel data econometrics was used to analyze the data and test the hypotheses. During this period, exchange rate variation was positively associated with local leverage, which supported the hypothesis of income hedging in the context of foreign currency exposure of the head office. We also found less local leverage for foreign multinational companies when the macroeconomics scenario became more stable. Finally, contrary to the initial hypothesis, differences in financing rates between Brazil and the SFMs’ head office country were positively related to local leverage.
Effect of various additives on the properties of the films and coatings derived from hydroxypropyl methylcellulose—A review

Abstract Edible films and coating materials are commonly used as appropriate packaging materials to extend the shelf life of fresh food. Due to all their properties, edible film and coating materials have been received much attention. They are biodegradable, edible, and good barrier against environmental parameters; thereby, they could carry and deliver food additives protecting food quality. Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC), a cellulose derivatives, can act as an excellent film‐forming agent for coating food produces. The aim of this study was to provide an overview of the HPMC properties and investigate the effects of various additives on its film‐forming properties, such as rheological behavior, water vapor, and gas permeability, as well as mechanical, optical, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties, with a focus on the recent progress and outputs, which has been recently published. Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose is prone to be commonly used as an advanced film‐forming and coating materials for the sake of well miscibility with a wide range of organic and inorganic materials. However, this polymer requires further improvements regarding moisture susceptibility and thermal properties.
FACTORS AFFECTING RESIDENTS’ SUPPORT FOR CULTURAL TOURISM DEVELOPMENT

Purpose – The main purpose of this paper is to find out the residents’ perceptions and attitudes as well as what factors influence their support when cultural tourism development is concerned. City of Zagreb is chosen as research area as one of the most attractive continental destinations in Croatia that is hosting more and more visitors every year, so it was found necessary to find out the residents’ perspective regarding this trend, particularly toward cultural tourism that has a great innovation potential. Considering the fact that cultural tourists appreciate the aspects of culture and experiences that are innovative and supported by the local population, the aim of this research is to find out the residents point of view where is tested if residents’ perception of tourism impacts affect their attitude toward cultural tourism development. Methodology – In order to obtain the residents’ attitudes and opinions, an on-site-survey was carried out. The questionnaire consists of three parts collecting the residents’ attitudes towards different tourism impacts, their involvement in the tourism development, as well as their sociodemographic characteristics. Data analysis include descriptive statistics, reliability test as well as regression analyses. Findings – Study reveal the residents’ opinions regarding impacts that tourism generates when City of Zagreb is concerned. Moreover, the results provide the information regarding the differences in the residents’ support towards cultural tourism development considering their sociodemographic characteristic and their perceptions towards the tourism impacts. Contribution – The main contribution of this paper lies in the connection between residents’ sociodemographic characteristics, perception of tourism impacts and support of cultural tourism development.
Parental Leaves and Female Skill Utilization: Evidence from PIAAC

Most developed countries adopt parental leave policies to promote women's labor force participation without sacrificing family formation. Studies find that short-term parental leaves for women increase the time spent at home and promote their return to the labor force after childbearing, but some studies point out that long-term parental leaves hinder the career advancement of high-skilled women. This paper analyzes heterogeneous impacts of parental leave policies on women's skill-use intensity by skill level, drawing on rich information on individual skill and skill-use intensity available from the micro data of the Programme for the International Assessment of Adult Competencies (PIAAC), which covers 30 countries. The results show that longer parental leaves narrow the gender gap in skill-use intensity among low-skilled workers but widen it among high-skilled workers. This finding is robust after controlling for international differences in gender norms and labor market institutions and allowing for country fixed effects. The findings corroborate with the claim that a longer parental leave period suppresses the career advancement of high-skilled women.
Pengeruh Modal Kerja Terhadap Profitabilitas Pada Industri Makanan Dan Minuman Yang Terdaftar Di Bursa Efek Indonesia

This study aims to determine the effect of working capital on profitability in food and beverage industries listed in the Indonesia Stock Exchange (BEI) 2010-2014 study period. Working capital used as independent variables namely aks turnover, accounts receivable turnover and inventory turnover. While the dependent variable is used as a variable is return on equity in the food and beverage industry listed in Indonesia Stock Exchange (BEI). The method used to observe the effect of working capital on profitability is by using multiple linear regression.The data used in this research is secondary data, financial reports (annual report). As for the food and beverage industry data listed on the Stock Exchange over the five years 2010-2014. Sampling was done by sampling purposive sample used is 6 food and beverage industry companies. Classic assumption test in this study include normality test, multicollinearity, heterokedasitas test, autocorrelation test. Analysis of data using multiple linear regression analysis, t-test, f, and test the coefficient of determination. Analysis of data using multiple linear regression analysis with SPSS 21.The results showed that the variable cash turnover and accounts receivable turnover partially (t test) no significant effect on return on equity in the food and beverage industry listed in Indonesia Stock Exchange (BEI), while the variable inventory turnover is partially significant effect on return on equity the food and beverage industry listed in Indonesia Stock Exchange (BEI). The results of the study simultaneously (f test) showed a significant effect of the variable cash turnover, accounts receivable turnover and inventory turnover on return on equity in the food and beverage industry are listed on the Stock Exchange Industry (BEI).
Negative interest rates on deposit facility in the Eurozone: a failed attempt to revive the unsecured interbank market

The paper reviews the negative deposit facility introduction in the Eurozone and tries to explain the rationale behind that decision. The usual explanation that the negative rate on deposit facility improves the transmission mechanism of monetary policy and contributes to the economic recovery of the area is rejected. In turn the rationale for such a policy is found in the interbank market. The malfunctioning of the interbank market among European banks dates back to the inception of the global financial crisis in 2007. The negative deposit facility rate is inserted in the frame of the monetary policy conducted by the ECB since then. Rather than being a conventional policy as some scholars have argued that policy is considered in this paper deeply unconventional because it does not target any more the overnight interest rate as the interbank market has practically lost in importance and size. The negative policy rate thus appears as an extreme attempt at reviving the unsecured interbank market, which, however, has failed.
Self-Healing Epoxy Coating Modified by Double-Walled Microcapsules Based Polyurea for Metallic Protection

The effectiveness of preploymer and 1,6-Hexamethylene diamine encapsulated by double-walled microcapsules based polyurea (PUA) was explored for healing the cracks generated in epoxy coatings. Double-walled microcapsules were systhesized by interfacial polymerization at the interface between the prepolymer droplets and the 1,6-Hexamethylene diamine droplets to form the polyurea shell. The effect of synthetic stirring speed on the morphology of the microcapsules was observed by scanning electronmicroscopy (SEM) and optical microscopy (OM). The chemical structure as well as the thermal properties and the core content were characterized by Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) and Thermogravimetric analyzer (TGA) respectively. Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) studies of the artificial scratched area showed that the coating containing 2wt% and 5wt% microcapsules could effectively prevent further corrosion of the coating with high corrosion resistance efficiencies of 61.61% and 45.99% after immersing for 144h in seawater.
Multilateral training improves physical fitness and fatigue perception in cancer patients

Cancer patients bring with them physiological and psychological side effects and physical activity is emerging as a major tool to improve their quality of life and survival. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of 8-week multilateral training program on perceived fatigue, lower back flexibility, balance and task specific functional mobility in cancer patients. Twenty participants (52.6±17.1 years) were pair-matched based on age and then randomly assigned to an experimental group (n=10) that performed a progressive training of cardiorespiratory, resistance, flexibility and postural education exercises (~60min, 2d·wk-1), or a wait-list control group (n=10). Measures pre-intervention and post-intervention included psychological and physiological measurements. After intervention, significant improvements (p < 0.01) were detected in experimental group for the perceived fatigue, trunk lateral flexibility test (right and left sides), stork balance stand test (right and left sides) and 30 seconds chair stand test. Findings suggest that multilateral training program may improve the physical fitness and reduce perceived fatigue in cancer patients providing an important support to deal with physiological and psychological side effects. In addition, this multilateral approach may actually prevent physical inactivity, muscle wasting, and loss of energy in special populations.