Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Student Perspectives Toward the Quality of E-Commerce Website

The use of the internet technology in business activities has speedily changed employing electronic commerce (E-commerce). E-commerce may be completed by a presence website for undertaking online transaction. The current study aims to investigate the influence of the quality factor on e-commerce website’s uses. The system, information and service are included as quality factors in ecommerce website’s uses based on student’s perspectives which are investigated. The-155 Students who are registering in MIS class in Management Department of Economics Faculty at Andalas University are encouraged as research respondents and analyzed employing Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) using SmartPLS (Partial Least Square) software. The research result found that only service quality factor had significant influenced on e-commerce website uses. The meantime, system and information quality had not influences significantly. Therefore, this study gives the simple illustration of e-commerce websites uses that website users are more consider about the service quality rather than system and information qualities. Consequently, the companies should be focused on service provided via its websites. Keywords-component; E-commerce website quality; system quality; information quality; service quality.
Access to Power, Political Institutions and Ethnic Favoritism

We use a dataset which codes executive power for 564 ethnic groups in 130 countries on a seven-point scale to show that ethnic groups that gain political power benefit economically. This effect holds for groups that enter government, the extensive margin, and for groups that concentrate more power onto themselves, the intensive margin. Both these effects disappear in the presence of strong political constraints on executive power. Institutional constraints are even effective in preventing favoritism when groups concentrate all power in the executive onto themselves.
The HI content of isolated ultra-diffuse galaxies: A sign of multiple formation mechanisms?

We report on the results of radio observations in the 21 cm emission line of atomic hydrogen (HI) of four relatively isolated ultra-diffuse galaxies (UDGs): DGSAT I, R-127-1, M-161-1, and SECCO-dI-2. Our Effelsberg observations resulted in non-detections for the first three UDGs, and a clear detection for the last. DGSAT I, R-127-1, and M-161-1 are quiescent galaxies with gas fractions that are much lower than those of typical field galaxies of the same stellar mass. On the other hand, SECCO-dI-2 is a star forming gas-rich dwarf, similar to two other field UDGs that have literature HI data: SECCO-dI-1 and UGC 2162. This group of three gas-rich UDGs have stellar and gaseous properties that are compatible with a recently proposed theoretical mechanism for the formation of UDGs, based on feedback-driven outflows. In contrast, the physical characteristics of R-127-1 and M-161-1 are puzzling, given their isolated nature. We interpret this dichotomy in the gaseous properties of field UDGs as a sign of the existence of multiple mechanisms for their formation, with the formation of the quiescent gas-poor UDGs remaining a mystery.
THE EFFECT OF CORONAL RADIATION ON A RESIDUAL INNER DISK IN THE LOW/HARD SPECTRAL STATE OF BLACK HOLE X-RAY BINARY SYSTEMS

Thermal conduction between a cool accretion disk and a hot inner corona can result in either evaporation of the disk or condensation of the hot corona. At low mass accretion rates, evaporation dominates and can completely remove the inner disk. At higher mass accretion rates, condensation becomes more efficient in the very inner regions, so that part of the mass accretes via a weak (initially formed) inner disk which is separated from the outer disk by a fully evaporated region at mid radii. At still higher mass accretion rates, condensation dominates everywhere, so there is a continuous cool disk extending to the innermost stable circular orbit. We extend these calculations by including the effect of irradiation by the hot corona on the disk structure. The flux which is not reflected is reprocessed in the disk, adding to the intrinsic thermal emission from gravitational energy release. This increases the seed photons for Compton cooling of the hot corona, enhancing condensation of the hot flow, and reinforcing the residual inner disk rather than evaporating it. Our calculations confirm that a residual inner disk can coexist with a hard, coronally dominated spectrum over the range of (for α = 0.2). This provides an explanation for the weak thermal component seen recently in the low/hard state of black hole X-ray binary systems.
Vitamin-E Supplementation Ameliorates Chromium-and/or Nickel Induced Oxidative Stress in Vivo

The present study was designed to investigate the in vivo effects of nickel chloride [NiCl2; 8, and 16 mg/kg body weight (b wt)] and/or Potassium dichromate (K2Cr2O7; 5 and 10 mg/kg b wt) in the liver of adult mice. The beneficial effects of vitamin E (2 mg/kg) along with their combination were also studied. The antioxidative indices including oxidative lipid peroxidation (LPO) and antioxidative enzymes such as glutathione (GSH), total sulfhydryl (-SH) groups, total ascorbic acid (TAA), superoxide dismutase (SOD) and catalase (CAT) were evaluated in the hepatic tissue using well established techniques. Nickel and/or chromium treatments to mice revealed a significant decline in the levels of these antioxidant parameters as compared to control. Concomitantly a significant increase in lipid peroxidation was obtained. These data indicated that the treatment induced oxidative stress in the hepatic tissue of treated mice, which was more pronounced by combination of metal salts. But supplementation of vitamin E with NiCl2 + K2Cr2O7 to mice exerted no significant alterations in the liver antioxidant system as compared to control, thus indicating its ameliorative role. These findings suggest that vitamin E prevents LPO and protects the antioxidant system in the mouse liver.
A reconsideration of the Angrist-Krueger analysis on returns to education

In this paper we reconsider the analysis of the effect of education on income by Angrist and Krueger (1991). In order to account for possible endogeneity of the education spell, these authors use quarter of birth to form valid instruments. Angristand Krueger apply a classical method, two-stage least-squares (2SLS), and consider results for data sets on individuals from all states of the US. In this paper the research by Angrist and Krueger is extended both in a methodological and an empirical way. Classical as well as Bayesian methods are used. Bayesian results under the Jeffreys prior are emphasized, as these results are valid in finite samples and because in the instrumental variables (IV) regression model the Jeffreys prior is in a certain sense, truly, non-informative. Further, it is considered how results vary between subsets of the data corresponding to regions of the US. Finally, some assumptions of Angrist and Krueger are investigated and it is examined if one could still obtain usable results if some assumptions are dropped. Our main findings are: (1) The Angrist-Krueger results on returns to education for the USA are almost completely determined by data from a few Southern states; (2) The conclusion of Bound, Jaeger and Baker (1995), that the instruments of Angrist and Krueger give hardly any usable information concerning the causal effect of education on wages, is too strong. A model of Angrist and Krueger (or a slightly modified version) can give usable information on the causal effect of education on income in the Southern region of the US; (3) The instruments for education that are based on quarter of birth are stronger for people with at most 8 or at least 14 years of education than for people with 9-13 years of education. This suggests that quarter of birth does not only affect the number of completed years of schooling for those who leave school as soon as the law allows for it, as these persons usually have completed 9-13 years of education. Therefore, if one intends to increase the understanding of the working of the quarter-of-birth instruments, it is a better idea to focus on differences between states in school entry requirements and/or compulsory schooling laws for children of age 5-7 than to concentrate on the differences in compulsory schooling laws for students of age 16-18.
Male rock sparrows differentially allocate nest defence but not food provisioning to offspring

Secondary sexual characters may provide information about individual quality to a partner, which may use it during parental care to strategically allocate resources to the current breeding attempt (Differential Allocation Hypothesis). Differential allocation by females has been demonstrated for a number of species, while male differential allocation based on female secondary sexual traits has received less attention. Yet females of many species, among birds in particular, are ornamented. We performed a test of male differential allocation based on a female ornament in the rock sparrow ( Petronia petronia ), a monomorphic species in which both sexes have a yellow breast patch, the size of which correlates with individual reproductive quality. We reduced the breast patch in a sample of females and compared the parental care of their partners (chick feeding and nest defence) with the parental care of males paired to sham-manipulated controls. Nest defence was assessed by placing a dummy predator on the nest box. Males of ornament-reduced females defended the nest less but did not feed the chicks less than males paired to control females. Our results only partially support male differential allocation and are in agreement with previous tests of male differential allocation in rock sparrows.
Alignment between strategy and intellectual capital development

ABSTRACT This study is aimed at providing both an empirical and theoretical link between strategic management and the three categories of intellectual capital (i.e. human capital. organizational capital and relational capital). This study investigates whether organization's intellectual capital development management reflects to the distinct requirements of its strategy. A case study approach was employed on a total of eight organizations of various industries. Data was collected through in-depth discussions, 'company tours' and collaborated with documents evidence shared during interviews. In analysing the data collected, this study carried out within-case analysis and cross-case analysis. The study found that the development and management of organization's intellectual capital is contingent upon the strategy employed by the organization. Thus, this study has demonstrated that there is a link between the intellectual capital management and organization s competitive strategy. ABSTRAK Kajian ini adalah bertujuan untuk menjelaskan secara empirikal dan teoretikal akan perhubungan yang wujud diantara pengurusan strategik dan ketiga-tiga kategori modal intelek. (modal manusia, modal organisasi dan modal perhubungan}. Kajian ini mengkaji samada pengurusan modal intelek sesebuah organisasi adalah refleksi daripada keperluan strategi yang digunakan. Kajian ini menggunakan pendekatan kajian kes ke atas lapan buah organisasi daripada pelbagai industri. Data kajian diperolehi melalui perbincangan terperinci, 'lawatan syarikat' dan dokumentasi. Dua jenis analisis telah dilaksanakan: analisis dalam kes dan analisis silang kes. Hasil kajian mendapati bahawa pembentukan ketiga-tiga kategori modal intelek adalah bergantung kepada jenis strategi yang diamalkan oleh sesebuah organisasi.
ASSOCIATION OF LIVER AND RENAL FUNCTION AND THE TREATMENT OF HYPERTRIGLYCERIDEMIA IN DIABETES PATIENTS

The incidence and prevalence of diabetes mellitus have grown significantly throughout the world. The prevalence rate of hypertriglyceridemia in diabetic population is high and is correlated with liver function and renal function parameters. Overall increase in the number of people with diabetes has had a major impact on the development of diabetic kidney disease, which is the leading cause of end-stage renal disease. In individuals who have diabetes type 2, there is a higher incidence of liver function abnormalities than individuals who do not have diabetes. Coronary heart disease is the leading cause of death among type 2 diabetic patients. Much of the increased disease is associated with a well characterized risk factor for coronary heart disease like lipids and lipoprotein abnormalities. The role of triglyceride levels in determining diabetic risk was proved and is considered as a sensitive biomarker for lifestyle habits related to the risk of developing diabetes, therefore diabetes and triglycerides are well associated. Pharmacological management of hypertriglyceridemia among diabetic patients varies with their triglyceride levels. The combination of elevated triglycerides, low high density lipoprotein cholesterol and relatively normal low density lipoprotein cholesterol carried in small, dense, cholesterolpoor low density lipoprotein particles, has been called diabetic dyslipidemia. This form of dyslipidemia does not respond well to statin therapy. Hence, the need for additional or alternative therapy is inevitable. This study will help in the management of hypertriglyceridemia in diabetes mellitus patients and improving health care by routine monitoring. World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research SJIF Impact Factor 7.523 Volume 6, Issue 10, 423-431. Review Article ISSN 2277– 7105 *Corresponding Author
A talent management framework for the private sector

Orientation: Talent management is a strategic priority especially for profit-generating organisations in the private sector. Limited research has been conducted on the theoretical development of talent management. The need for talent management is also triggered by a need to align and integrate people management practices with those of the organisation in order to achieve strategic execution and operational excellence. Research purpose: The primary aim of the study was to develop a talent management framework for the private sector. The research proposed to conduct an in-depth exploration of talent management practices in key and leading organisations already in the mature stages of talent management implementation in South Africa. Motivation of the study: There is a need for the development of best practices in talent management – where talent management strategy is designed to deliver corporate and human resource management strategies. The formal talent management initiative would be linked to the human resources management function and will flow vertically from the corporate strategy-making process. Research approach, design and method: The modernist qualitative research approach was applied to the study. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews (18 persons were interviewed in total). Analytical induction method was instrumental in facilitating the overall data analysis, while constructivist grounded theory assisted with the operationalisation of the data analysis. Main findings: The study has mapped out key dimensions which are essential for the implementation of talent management. The dimensions of talent management are attraction, sourcing and recruitment, deployment and transitioning, growth and development, performance management, talent reviews, rewarding and recognising, engagement and retention. With each of the above-mentioned dimensions, the activities that are to be carried out to achieve the outcome of each dimension are specified. Practical and managerial implications: Role clarifications pertaining to talent management responsibilities and accountabilities are still unclear in most instances. Early identification of key role players and articulation of duties will lead to ownership and clear accountabilities for the successful implementation of talent management. Contribution/value add: The study brought to light critical factors for organisations in the private sector to consider for the successful implementation of an integrated, holistic and comprehensive talent management framework. The proposed framework guides talent management practices within companies in the private sector by highlighting activities to be carried out to achieve outcomes per talent management dimension.
Characterization and antibiogram of enteropathogenic Escherichia coli isolated from diarrhoeic and non-diarrhoeic dogs in South Bengal

Diarrhoea in canines is mainly caused by Escherichia coli which can be fatal also. To understand the depth of this infection, a study was undertaken to detect E. coli isolates from diarrhoeic and non-diarrhoeic dogs in Southern part of West Bengal. A total of 112 canine samples were tested during May to September 2012 revealing approx 63.4% (71) samples positive for Escherichia coli. The most common serotypes were O8 (23.9%) followed by O157 (19.7%), O101 (16.9%), O26 (15.5%), O153 (12.7%) and O6 (11.3%). Among these O6, O8, O26 and O157 were highly pathogenic to mice causing almost 100% mortality within 24hrs of inoculation and were also detected to be haemolytic on sheep blood agar plates except serotype O8. These isolates were mostly sensitive to nalidixic acid (80.29%), cotrimoxazole (78.88%), ciprofloxacin (74.65%), colistin and ceftriaxone (both 71.83%) but were resistant to amikacin (97.18%), kanamycin (95.78%), cephalexin (92.96%) and enrofloxacin (84.51%).
Orthodox Catechism Affects Gender Differences in Adolescents’ Needs for Affiliation and Achievement and Alters their Sense of Purpose in Life

ABSTRACT Studies conducted among Catholics and Protestants have shown higher levels of prayer and religious experience among women compared to men and have suggested that these gender differences may be a reflection of differences in personality and socialization. However, the impact of orthodox religion on adolescents’ psychological and social wellbeing remains unknown. The aim of this study was to investigate the influence of Orthodox religious studies (Orthodox Catechism) on gender differences in adolescents’ needs for affiliation and achievement and their effect on adolescents’ attitudes about their purpose in life. This study is the first to show that Orthodox Catechism affects adolescents’ needs for affiliative and achievement motivation in a gender-dependent manner. Orthodox Catechism enhances the competition motives of male adolescents and has a significant influence on the development of emotional support and goal achievement as well as providing a source of pleasure for female adolescents. Thus, the Orthodox Catechism is related to gender differences in adolescents’ sense of purpose in life. In conclusion, our findings emphasize the effects of the Orthodox Catechism on the expression of adolescents’ psycho-emotional characteristics, demonstrating that the Orthodox religion has a positive influence on adolescents’ needs for affiliation and achievement and affects their attitudes about their purpose in life. SAŽETAK Studije sprovedene među katolicima i protestantima su pokazali veći stepen religioznog iskustva kod žena u odnosu na muškarce, sugerišući da se ove razlike mogu odraziti i razlikama u psihološkim karakteristikama ličnosti i u njihovoj socijalizaciji i ponašanju. Međutim, uticaj pravoslavne religije na razvoj psiholoških i socijalnih karakteristika adolescenata je i dalje nepoznat. Cilj ove studije je bio da se ispita uticaj učenja pravoslavne religije (Pravoslavni katihizis) na razlike među polovima u razvoju i ispoljavanju motiva postignuća i afilijativne motivacije adolescenata kao i da se utvrdi da li ove razlike utiču na stavove adolescenata o smislu života. U ovom radu, po prvi put je pokazano da Pravoslavni katihizis utiče na razvoj motiva postignuća i afilijativne motivacije adolescenata različito kod muškaraca i žena. Pravoslavni katihizis pojačava takmičarski motiv muških adolescenata, ima značajan uticaj na razvoj emocionalne podrške i postizanje cilja kao izvor zadovoljstva ženskih adolescenata i utiče na stavove adolescenata o smislu života . Rezultati predstavljeni u ovom istraživanju ukazuju da Pravoslavni katihizis utiče na ekspresiju psiho-emocionalnih karakteristika adolescenata pokazujući da pravoslavna religija ima pozitivan uticaj na razvoj motiva postignuća, afi lijativne motivacije i da na pozitivan način utiče na stavove adolescenata o smislu života.
Nontraditional Students of Color Integrating Teaching and Technology

Despite an increased number of nontraditional adult learners in higher education institutions, most teaching practices are built upon the needs of traditional student populations. In view of the changing educational landscape, educational researchers have questioned the teaching processes designed for nontraditional adult college students (Kasworm, 2008). The purpose of this article is to discuss the benefits of utilizing technology in the classroom, the need for implementing innovative teaching strategies, and the importance of incorporating a multicultural education curriculum to meet the various academic needs of nontraditional students of color.
Differences in Response to Conventional Vitamin D Therapy among Obese and Normal Weight Children and Adolescents in Qazvin, Iran

Background Vitamin D (Vit D) deficiency is one of the major nutritional deficiencies in children. Obesity has inverse association with vitamin D levels. The aim of this study was to determine the differences in response to conventional treatment for Vit D deficiency and insufficiency in obese and normal weight children and adolescents. Materials and Methods: This nested case control study was conducted in 69 obese children and 133 normal weight matched control suffering from Vit D insufficiency or deficiency. Vit D deficiency was defined as serum 25(OH) D3 0.05). After follow up, mean Vit D level became 29.6 ng/mL in obese and 33 ng/mL in normal weight children (P<0.05). 39.8% of normal weight group still had Vit D insufficiency, while 50.7% of obese group had Vit D insufficiency or deficiency and the difference was borderline significant (P= 0.064). Conclusion Therapeutic response in obese children was less than normal weight children. It seems that treatment with higher doses of Vit D or longer period is necessary in obese children of the present study.
Design and evaluation of a new exoskeleton for gait rehabilitation

Abstract. This work addresses the design and numerical characterization of a new exoskeleton solution for human leg motion assistance and rehabilitation. The exoskeleton solution is anthropomorphic, simple, low cost and easy to adapt on the human subject. The design aspect concerns the exoskeleton mechatronic structure, achieved in SolidWorks virtual environment. Numerical simulation is performed in MSC.ADAMS simulation environment. Obtained results for the exoskeleton computed motion are compared with those obtained from experimental walking of healthy subject. The prototype feasibility is studied both for design and operation aspect.