Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Examining the Antecedents and Consequences of Customer-Based Reputation in China: Evidence from Supermarkets’ Customers

This article introduces the scale of corporate reputation (CR) for Chinese companies. CR can be enhanced by promoting customer trust (CT). Furthermore, good CR can strengthen customer loyalty (CL) and customer satisfaction (CS) which in turn highlight the importance of CR for Chinese companies. This article provides the measuring method and relative factors of CR so that Chinese companies are in a position to enhance their reputation in a more effective and reliable way.
Education maintenance allowance evaluation with administrative data: the impact of the EMA pilots on participation and attainment in post-compulsory education

This report contains the findings of an evaluation of the impact of the Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA) using administrative data. We analyse the effects of its initial piloting - and subsequent extension - on participation in full-time education at ages 16 and 17, and on educational achievement at ages 18 and 19. Furthermore, we conduct subgroup analysis to break down the overall effect by different background characteristics. This allows us to see how the impact of the EMA varies according to characteristics such as sex, ethnic group, and potential indicators of material deprivation and prior academic ability.
Out-of-plane vibrations of curved nonprismatic beam under a moving load

Abstract The forced vibrations of a curved-in-plane nonprismatic beam with a variable cross section and any curvature, generated by a load moving at a variable velocity are analyzed. Approximation with Chebyshev series and a generalized eigentransformation were used to solve the system of the partial differential equations describing the considered problem. The derived equations in their final form enable one to determine displacement and rotation functions for any beam. In order to verify the derived formulas the eigenproblem solution (used in the eigentransformation method) was compared with the one obtained by the finite element method.
The Effect of Education Given to the Primiparous Pregnant Women on Postpartum Depression

ABS TRACT Objective: In order to protect the health of mother and her infant, it is important to prevent postpartum depression, to diagnose it earlier and to supply the necessary treatment. One of the interventions aimed at preventing postpartum depression is education studies. This is a experimental study with control group which was conducted in order to determine the effect of Postpartum Preparedness Education given to the primiparous pregnant women on postpartum depression risk. Material and Methods: The study sample consisted of 182 women (97 in control group and 85 in intervention group). Ethics Committee Approval was acquired for the study and informed consent was obtained from the women. The women in the intervention group were given Postpartum Preparedness Education between the 28th and 32nd gestational weeks. Chi-square, Fisher’s Exact, MC Pearson, Student’s t and Mann Whitney U tests were used in order to analyze the data. Results: It was determined that total depression score of women in intervention group (53.0±16.7) is lower than that of women in control group (61.5±22.3) and the difference between the two groups is significant (p<0.05). In addition, while there was no significant difference between the two groups in terms of sub dimensions such as selfharm, sleeping and eating disorders (p>0.05), depression score of women in intervention group were much lower in terms of sub dimensions such as mood changes, guiltiness and anxiety (p<0.05). It was also found that depression scores of women in intervention group who live in rural area, whose education level is secondary school or less, who don’t work, who have low-income status and who are 23 years old or younger were lower than those of control group and the difference between the groups was significant (p<0.05). Conclusion: As a result, it can be said that Postpartum Preparedness Education given to the pregnant women is effective on postpartum depression risk.
Assessing the Solvency Risk of Insurance Portfolios via a Continuous Time Cohort Model

This paper evaluates the solvency of a portfolio of assets and liabilities of an insurer subject to both longevity and financial risks. Liabilities are evaluated at fair-value and, as a consequence, interest-rate risk can affect both the assets and the liabilities. Longevity risk is described via a continuous-time cohort model. We evaluate the effects of natural hedging strategies on the risk profile of an insurance portfolio in run-off. Numerical simulations, calibrated to UK historical data, show that systematic longevity risk is of particular importance and needs to be hedged. Natural hedging can improve the solvency of the insurer, if interest-rate risk is appropriately managed. We stress that asset allocation choices should not be independent of the composition of the liability portfolio of the insurer.
New human resource management practices, complementarities and the impact on innovation performance

In this paper, we take our theoretical point of departure in recent work in organisational economics on systems of human resource management (HRM) practices. We develop the argument that just as complementarities between new HRM practices influence financial performance positively, there are theoretical reasons for expecting them also to influence innovation performance positively. We examine this overall hypothesis by estimating an empirical model of innovation performance, using data from a Danish survey of 1,900 business firms. Using principal component analysis, we identify two HRM systems which are conducive to innovation. In the first one, seven of our nine HRM variables matter (almost) equally for the ability to innovate. The second system is dominated by firm-internal and firm-external training. Of the total of nine sectors that we consider, we find that the four manufacturing sectors correlate with the first system. Firms belonging to wholesale trade and to the ICT intensive service sectors tend to be associated with the second system. Copyright 2003, Oxford University Press.
A Selective Ink Deposition Method for the Cost-Performance Optimization of Inkjet-Printed UHF RFID Tag Antennas

A selective ink deposition method is proposed for fabricating inkjet-printed passive UHF RFID tag antennas with optimized cost-performance ratios. The deposition method is based on identifying areas with high surface current densities on a given tag antenna and applying additional silver nanoparticle ink onto such areas to increase tag read range. In this paper, the proposed method is experimentally verified by utilizing the method on a small dipole tag antenna. Several ink deposition schemes are created, and their read range performances and ink consumptions are presented.
Optimum Medium Components for Biosurfactant Production by Klebsiella pneumoniae WMF02 Utilizing Sludge Palm Oil as a Substrate

In the present study, optimizing critical nutritional constituents was attempted as a primary strategy to improve biosurfactant production from Klebsiella pneumoniae WMF02 in liquid state fermentation utilizing sludge palm oil as a substrate. One-factor-at-a-time (OFAT) optimization was employed to evaluate the effects of sludge palm oil (SPO), sucrose, MgSO4, FeSO4, NaNO3 and K2HPO4 on surface tension reductivity. Sucrose was selected as a co-substrate over glucose in the production media. The optimal levels of the aforementioned variables were (g/l) sucrose 5.0, MgSO4 0.4, FeSO4 0.3, NaNO3 2.0, and K2HPO4 4.0, with SPO concentration of 4% (v/v). The optimized medium shows surface tension reduction from 36.2 mN/m (non-optimized medium) to 25.70 mN/m. Preliminary biosurfactant identification indicated that the biosurfactant produced was phospholipids in nature.
Networked Management Learning for Managers of Small and Medium Enterprises

This paper argues that networked management learning might have specific relevance for SME management development since this model recognizes the importance of social relations and the associated relational dialogue that underpin knowledge and innovation in specific business contexts. Indeed NML reinforces the centrality of networking entrepreneurs and other relevant actors at the local level to increase the effectiveness of their actions and also helps integrate the different components of the local economy within a wider system. Drawing on socio-cultural learning theories, we propose a set of learning principles to guide the design of a networked management learning action-based learning programme for SME managers.
Field Study on the Mycotoxin Binding Effects of Clay in Oreochromis niloticus Feeds and Their Impacts on the Performance as Well as the Health Status throughout the Culture Season

Total aflatoxin and ochratoxin were detected in 3 naturally contaminated fish feed samples using immune-affinity method. The results revealed that the average levels of aflatoxins in the 3 examined samples were (15, 22 and ) respectively while the average levels of ochratoxins were (15, 6 and ). The results of determination of the effects of clay as a mycotoxin binder on the health status and performance of Oreochromis niloticus in comparing with a control group revealed that the survival rate in control group was 81% after the end of the culture season. The results also revealed that the survival rate in group 2 which received clay treated feed was 86%. The results of regular parasitological examination revealed the identification of trichodina as external protozoa in Oreochromis niloticus from both ponds but without manifestation of disease signs. The results of bacteriological examination revealed the isolation and identification of Pseudomonas flouresence from some moribund Oreochromis niloticus. Higher performance parameters were recorded in group 2 that received feeds treated with clay which reflected in the total production which reaches 1646.47 kg while in the control pond, the total production was1308.36 kg.
Kinematic properties of the field elliptical NGC 7507

The dark matter (DM) halos of field elliptical galaxies have n ot been well studied and their properties appear controvers ial in the literature. While some galaxies appear to be nearly devoid of DM, others show clear evidence of its presence. Furthermore, modified Netonian dynamics (MOND), which has been found to have predictive power in the domain of disk galaxies, has not yet been investigated for isolated elliptical galaxies. We study th e kinematics of the isolated elliptical NGC 7507, which has been claimed as a clear example of DM presence in early-type galaxies. We obtained major and minor axis long-slit spectroscopy of NGC 7507 using the Gemini South telescope and deep imaging in Kron-Cousins R and Washington C using the CTIO/MOSAIC camera. Mean velocities, velocity dispersion and higher order moments o f the velocity distribution are measured out to∼90 ′′ . The galaxy, although almost circular, has significant rotation along the minor ax is and a rapidly declining velocity dispersion along both axes. The velocity dispersion profile is modeled in the context of a spherical Je ans analysis. Models without DM provide an excellent representation of the data with a mass-to-light ratio ( M/L) of 3.1 (R-band). The most massive Navarro-Frenk-White (NFW) halo the data allow has a virial mass of only 3.9 +3.1
Support points of families of analytic functions described by subordination

We determine the set of support points for several families of functions analytic in the open unit disc and which are generally defined in terms of subordination. The families we study include the functions with a positive real part, the typically-real functions, and the functions which are subordinate to a given majorant. If the majorant F is univalent then each support point has the form F ? 0, where p is a finite Blaschke product and ((O) 0 O. This completely characterizes the set of support points when F is convex. The set of support points is found for some specific majorants, including F(z) = ((1 + z)/(l z))P where p > 1. Let K and St denote the set of normalized convex and starlike mappings, respectively. We find the support points of the families K* and St* defined by the property of being subordinate to some member of K or St, respectively. Introduction. Let A = {z E C: I z I< 1) and let (E denote the set of functions analytic in A. Then 6( is a locally convex linear topological space with respect to the topology given by uniform convergence on compact subsets of lA. By a continuous, linear functional on (E we mean a complex-valued functional defined on 6f that is linear and continuous. In other words, if J is such a functional then J(af + bg) = aJ(f) + bJ(g) whenever a and b belong to C and f and g belong to (B. Also, if fn E 6B (n = 1,2,.) and fn -*f, then J(fn) J(f ). Each continuous, linear funcn _ tional J on ef is given by a sequence {bn} (n 0, 1,.) which satisfies limn n I/n I < 1 and
Seasonal changes in phytoplankton composition and nutrient limitation in a shallow Baltic lagoon

In this study we follow seasonal changes in the phytoplankton community composition in a shallow, mostly freshwater lagoon of the Baltic Sea. Nutrient enrichment effects on the quantitative and structural development of phytoplankton communities were also evaluated during short-term experiments in small-size enclosures. Different periods featuring alternate regulatory patterns of phytoplankton seasonal succession in the Curonian lagoon were derived. The spring phase is characterized by silica and phosphorus-limited conditions where nitrogen is a secondary limiting nutrient. Soluble inorganic phosphorus limits green algae, while silica limits diatoms, exclusively pennate species. In the enrichment experiments growth of centric diatom species was favoured by nitrogen addition, while pennates reaction was negative. Cyanobacteria dominated summer community is characterized by the nitrogen limitation, while phosphorus occurs as the secondary limiting factor. In general, inorganic nutrient concentrations in the hypereutrophic Curonian lagoon are too high to limit total plankton biomass, which is controlled mostly by the ambient physical factors. However, seasonal variation in nutrient concentrations could shape the phytoplankton community and, in combination with physical factors, force the seasonal succession.
Competitive Analyses of the Pig Industry in Swaziland

Over recent decades, Swaziland’s pork industry has been stagnant, failing to meet the domestic demand for pork. It is only in recent years that the number of pig farmers has increased rapidly, with smallholder farmers taking the lead. However, while higher demand for pork could lead to opportunities for growth, with uncertain future markets, increased pig production capacity could subject farmers to extreme market competition and failure to sell their produce. This study used a survey and SWOT analysis to assess the current pig production and market performance of smallholder farms in Swaziland. To quantify SWOT factors, the Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) was used to derive priorities for subsequent formulation of potential pig production strategies that are resilient both to market and climate changes. Strategy formulation was based on Porter’s cost leadership strategy. The findings revealed that, currently, the pig industry is attractive, and that the present is probably the best time for smallholder farmers to maximize their profits. Unfortunately, the industry was found to be threatened by the expected increase in production capacity, future market competition, and the socio-environmental challenges associated with expansion. Despite this, the findings suggest that smallholder farmers can survive future market challenges by strategically using agro-industrial by-products as alternative feed ingredients to reduce production cost. The formation of farmers’ associations could benefit smallholder farmers through economies of scale, processing and product value addition, and increased access to markets, and unity could strengthen their position in the market when bargaining for better prices.
Does large body size relax constraints on bite-force generation in lizards of the genus Uromastyx?

The evolution of large body size has often been considered a key trait allowing the evolution of herbivory in lizards. Although many omnivorous lizards appear unspecialized, they typically show high bite forces, allowing them to reduce tough and fibrous plant matter. In contrast, true herbivores often show a suite of morphological and physiological specializations, allowing them to efficiently process and assimilate plant material. Moreover, many specialized herbivores have a large body size, thus likely relaxing constraints on bite-force generation given that bite force increases with increasing body mass. In this study, we test whether large herbivorous lizards of the genus Uromastyx have relatively lower bite forces for their body size compared with a medium-sized congener. No differences in bite force or head dimensions were observed between the two species or between both sexes in our sample. Moreover, bite force scaled with positive allometry relative to jaw length, suggesting that larger animals have disproportionately large bite forces. This suggests that even in the largest species, constraints on bite-force generation are still strong, possibly due to the demands imposed on the jaw system by the mechanical properties of the diet.
A CORRELATION BETWEEN STAR FORMATION RATE AND AVERAGE BLACK HOLE ACCRETION IN STAR-FORMING GALAXIES

We present a measurement of the average supermassive black hole accretion rate (BHAR) as a function of the star formation rate (SFR) for galaxies in the redshift range 0.25 < z < 0.8. We study a sample of 1767 far-IR-selected star-forming galaxies in the 9 deg2 Boötes multi-wavelength survey field. The SFR is estimated using 250 μm observations from the Herschel Space Observatory, for which the contribution from the active galactic nucleus (AGN) is minimal. In this sample, 121 AGNs are directly identified using X-ray or mid-IR selection criteria. We combined these detected AGNs and an X-ray stacking analysis for undetected sources to study the average BHAR for all of the star-forming galaxies in our sample. We find an almost linear relation between the average BHAR (in M☉ yr−1) and the SFR (in M☉ yr−1) for galaxies across a wide SFR range 0.85 < log SFR < 2.56: log BHAR = (− 3.72 ± 0.52) + (1.05 ± 0.33)log SFR. This global correlation between SFR and average BHAR is consistent with a simple picture in which SFR and AGN activity are tightly linked over galaxy evolution timescales.
Assessment of Genetic Diversity and Adaptability of Inbred Lines and their F1- hybrids of Grain Maize (Zea mays L.), Using Molecular Markers (RAPD) and AMMI Analysis

This study was carried out to assess the genetic diversity and adaptability of seven inbred lines of grain maize (Zea mays L.) and their F1-hybrids, using molecular markers (RAPD) and Additive Main Effects and Multiplicative Interaction (AMMI), respectively. A field experiment was carried out during the winter and summer of 2009 and 2010 at two locations, Shambat and Elrawakeeb. A split-plot design with three replications was used to layout the experiment. The inbred lines and their F1-hybrids were field-evaluated for grain yield/ha under normal irrigation and water-stress conditions. The DNA molecular markers (RAPD) analysis showed that high level of polymorphism of 89.33 percent was detected among the genotypes, which were distinguished into four main groups (sub-clusters). The genetic distance among inbred lines ranged from 0.05 to 0.33. The inbred line 66y was the most distant line compared to other inbred lines; it represents a single group in the cluster. The inbred lines 66y and 160 had the greatest genetic distance of 0.31. AMMI analysis differentiated the genotypes (inbred lines and F1hybrids), based on their interaction to different environments, into diversified adaptation pattern. The hybrid 160x66y showed the highest (4.1 tons/ha) grain yield (highest heterosis) and a moderate positive interaction (PCA score = 19.0), indicating its adaptability to favorable environments. Moreover, the hybrid 66y×3 showed considerable yield (2.4 ton/ha) and adaptation to water stress environments. These results revealed that crossing of the most genetically-distant inbred lines (e.g., hybrid 160x66y) gave the highest heterosis, which could be utilized for improvement of grain yield of maize. Also, it could be concluded that DNA markers were efficient in the assessment of genetic diversity to identify the most appropriate inbred lines of maize for development of hybrid varieties, and then avoiding crosses between genetically-related inbred lines. Also AMMI analysis was successful to quantify the interaction and adaptability of the tested genotypes to wide range of environments.
Accumulation and Release of Geosmin during the Growth Phases of Anabaena circinalis (Kutz.) Rabenhorst

Anabaena circinalis (Kutz.) Rabenhorst was isolated during a taste and odor episode characterized by high concentrations of geosmin, with raw water containing up to 45 ng geosmin/L. This species has been successfully cultured with sustained geosmin synthesis on both sterile river water and defined medium. Gas chromatography of cellular extracts and closed-loop stripping of growth media indicated that this organism produces geosmin and not 2-methylisoborneol (MIB). With cultures we examined the changes in cell-associated geosmin, chlorophyll and released geosmin during exponential and stationary growth phases of Anabaena . Cell-associated geosmin samples were collected daily from cultures and filtered onto a polycarbonate filter, extracted in acetone, and quantified by capillary gas Chromatograph using flame ionization detection. Media-associated geosmin was quantified from algae-free filtrates from each culture concentrated by closed-loop stripping and analyzed as above. Cell-associated geosmin averaged at 8 × 10 −6 ng geosmin/cell in the exponential phase and dropped to 2.5 × 10 −6 ng geosmin/cell in the stationary phase of growth. The loss in cell-associated geosmin was accompanied by an increase in geosmin released into the media. Media-associated geosmin reached 12 ng/mL in the stationary phase. Apparently cell lysis in the stationary phase caused the release of cell-associated geosmin into the media. Cell-associated geosmin was closely correlated with filament number (average r 2 from 4 experiments =0.96) during the exponential growth phase and was correlated with chlorophyll a (average r 2 from 3 experiments =0.95).
Bayesian Single Changepoint Estimation in a Parameter‐driven Model

In this paper, we consider the problem of estimating a single changepoint in a parameter‐driven model. The model – an extension of the Poisson regression model – accounts for serial correlation through a latent process incorporated in its mean function. Emphasis is placed on the changepoint characterization with changes in the parameters of the model. The model is fully implemented within the Bayesian framework. We develop a RJMCMC algorithm for parameter estimation and model determination. The algorithm embeds well‐devised Metropolis–Hastings procedures for estimating the missing values of the latent process through data augmentation and the changepoint. The methodology is illustrated using data on monthly counts of claimants collecting wage loss benefit for injuries in the workplace and an analysis of presidential uses of force in the USA.