Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Do You Really Know What You Believe? Developing the Implicit Relational Assessment Procedure (IRAP) as a Direct Measure of Implicit Beliefs

Telling people that they do not know what they believe can be a risky business. Imagine, for example, asking an avid Chelsea football supporter which team they prefer, Chelsea or Liverpool? It would be considered very rude, and perhaps a little dangerous in certain contexts, to challenge the answer provided. Humans appear to have a unique ability to access the contents of their own minds and report with relative accuracy what they find there, and woe betide anyone who seriously challenges this notion, particularly in the context of socially or psychologically sensitive issues. Nevertheless, 20th century psychology has indeed challenged this widely held view of the human mind. For example, Nisbett and Wilson (1977) have shown the frailties of introspection; Wegner (2002) has shown how little control we possess over our own thoughts; and Greenwald and Banaji (1995) have highlighted the hidden or unconscious nature of social attitudes. In response to these and other findings, there has been increasing interest in developing procedures and measures that allow the modern researcher to tap into so-called implicit cognition. The current article is concerned with the theoretical and empirical development of one such methodology, the Implicit Relational Assessment Procedure (IRAP), which was designed to measure implicit beliefs and attitudes.
Multipulse Heteroclinic Orbits and Chaotic Dynamics of the Laminated Composite Piezoelectric Rectangular Plate

This paper investigates the multipulse global bifurcations and chaotic dynamics for the nonlinear oscillations of the laminated composite piezoelectric rectangular plate by using an energy phase method in the resonant case. Using the von Karman type equations, Reddy’s third-order shear deformation plate theory, and Hamilton’s principle, the equations of motion are derived for the laminated composite piezoelectric rectangular plate with combined parametric excitations and transverse excitation. Applying the method of multiple scales and Galerkin’s approach to the partial differential governing equation, the four-dimensional averaged equation is obtained for the case of 1 : 2 internal resonance and primary parametric resonance. The energy phase method is used for the first time to investigate the Shilnikov type multipulse heteroclinic bifurcations and chaotic dynamics of the laminated composite piezoelectric rectangular plate. The paper demonstrates how to employ the energy phase method to analyze the Shilnikov type multipulse heteroclinic bifurcations and chaotic dynamics of high-dimensional nonlinear systems in engineering applications. Numerical simulations show that for the nonlinear oscillations of the laminated composite piezoelectric rectangular plate, the Shilnikov type multipulse chaotic motions can occur. Overall, both theoretical and numerical studies suggest that chaos for the Smale horseshoe sense in motion exists.
Globalisation and Labour Productivity in the Malaysian Manufacturing Sector

Globalisation process has forced the Malaysian manufacturing sector to strengthen its ability to compete in the international market. Globalisation, coupled with advancement in information, communication and technology has increased the demand for quality labour, having knowledge and competing to maximise production. The objective of this paper is to analyse the depth of globalisation impact on labour productivity in the Malaysian manufacturing sector. The analysis has used data from the Manufacturing Industrial Survey, Department of Statistics Malaysia comprising 24 years, from 1985 to 2008 and selected six sub-industries. A multiple regression model using panel data is estimated to analyse the relationship between labour productivity using capital-labour ratio, number of labour, foreign direct investment (FDI), foreign labour, economic openness and technology. Findings of the study show that globalisation indicators like FDI and economic openness have negative and significant effect on labour productivity in the manufacturing sector. The dummy period after the year 1995 is positive and significant reflecting that the impact of globalisation on labour productivity in the Malaysian manufacturing sector is higher after the year 1995 as compared to the years prior to 1995.
Convergence and Inter-Distributional Dynamics among the Spanish Provinces. A Non-parametric Density Estimation Approach

The purpose of this paper is to investigate the dynamics of the per capita GDP over the period 1961-1997 for the Spanish provinces. To avoid issues linked to the cross-sectional regression and the time series approaches, a non-parametric density estimation approach is instead used. The main goal is to show that Spanish provinces had a convergence dynamics during years, but a divergent one in the last decades. After a period of convergence during the sixties and part of the seventies, evidence in favour of intra-groups convergence (or polarization of income) is found during the eighties, and a starting process of divergence and increasing polarization among groups (clustering) is found for the last period analysed (1991-1997). Moreover, the inter-distributional dynamics are analysed for the Spanish provinces, presenting how the provinces have evolved during this period.
Morphological diversity of local land races and wild forms of mungbean

A set of genotypes comprising 81 local land races, four wild forms and four improved varieties of mungbean were grouped into 15 genetic clusters. The genotypes revealed wide variation in stable morphological characters as well as agronomic traits which provided the necessary base for genetic divergence. The wild forms TCR 192, TCR 213 and TCR 243 were viny with late maturity and had distinctly different leaflet, inflorescence and pod characteristics. Whereas, a wild accession TCR 20 was erect with sturdy stem, vigorous growth, broad ovate leaflets, long pods, profuse poding with high yield potential and resistance to biotic (bruchids, CLS, PM and YMV) and abiotic(drought) stresses. Clustering pattern confirmed more proximity of TCR 20 with cultivated forms and therefore, it may be amenable for hybridization with cultivated land races and improved varieties for transfer of its desirable traits. Balarampur Keonjhar local was quite distinct from other land races owing to its vigorous growth, broad leaves and long pods with very bold seeds, but worst affected by YMV. In contrast, TARM 1 had high field resistance to diseases including YMV. Nipania munga -an elite land race of Kalahandi district of Odisha was highly drought tolerant with dwarf plant type and good initial vigour. These above genotypes being morphologically unique and having unique desirable agro-economic traits, formed small divergent clusters and hence, may serve as valuable material for genetic improvement in mungbean through hybridization.
Bayesian Estimation of a DSGE Model with Asset Prices

This paper presents a novel Bayesian method for estimating dynamic stochastic general equilibrium (DSGE) models subject to a constrained posterior distribution of the implied Sharpe ratio. We apply our methodology to a DSGE model with habit formation in consumption and leisure, using an estimate of the Sharpe ratio to construct the constraint. We show that the constrained estimation produces a quantitative model with both reasonable asset-pricing as well as business-cycle implications.
The Rate of False Signals in Ū Control Charts with Estimated Limits

The in-control statistical properties of Ū charts have usually been studied from the perspective of the average run length (ARL) until the first (false) signal, known as the in-control ARL. We argue that the ARL is a confusing concept when used with charts with estimated limits and that the rate of false signals (RFS), which focuses on the behavior of charts during extended use, is more intuitive. We use the RFS to illustrate graphically the dangers of using too few subgroups to estimate control limits. We also discuss diffidence charts, which make the inherent uncertainty concerning RFS observable to the practitioner and thus help the practitioner determine what is an acceptable number of subgroups for a given charting application.
OPTICAL AND ULTRAVIOLET OBSERVATIONS OF A LOW-VELOCITY TYPE II PLATEAU SUPERNOVA 2013am IN M65

Optical and ultraviolet observations for the nearby type II plateau supernova (SN IIP) 2013am in the nearby spiral galaxy M65 are presented in this paper. The early spectra are characterized by relatively narrow P-Cygni features, with ejecta velocities much lower than observed in normal SNe IIP (i.e., ∼2000 km s−1 versus ∼5000 km −1 in the middle of the plateau phase). Moreover, prominent Ca ii absorptions are also detected in SN 2013am at relatively early phases. These spectral features are reminiscent of those seen in the low-velocity and low-luminosity SN IIP 2005cs. However, SN 2013am exhibits different photometric properties, having shorter plateau phases and brighter light curve tails if compared to SN 2005cs. Adopting RV = 3.1 and a mean value of total reddening derived from the photometric and spectroscopic methods (i.e., E(B − V) = 0.55 ± 0.19 mag), we find that SN 2013am may have reached an absolute V-band peak magnitude of −15.83 ± 0.71 mag and produced an 56Ni mass of M☉ in the explosion. These parameters are close to those derived for SN 2008in and SN 2009N, which have been regarded as “gap-filler” objects linking the faint SNe IIP to the normal ones. This indicates that some low-velocity SNe IIP may not necessarily result from the low-energetic explosions. The low expansion velocities could be due to a lower metallicity of the progenitor stars, a larger envelope mass ejected in the explosion, or the effect of viewing angle where these SNe were observed at an angle away from the polar direction.
On QoP method for ensuring availability of the goal of cryptographic protocols in the real-time systems

Cryptographic protocols are secure due to applica- tion of security services. The security services applied fo r their protection can be classified into the three groups: hard, sof t and extended. Among the extended ones, we can point out to the availability of the goal of the security protocol, which guarantees that protocols aims are achieved. In the real-time protocols as the video conference, the goal is both secure data transmission and good signal quality. When one of the goals is not ensured, the availability of the goal of the protocol is not guaranteed and the cryptographic protocol can not be realized. In this article we present the methodology of obtaining the balance between the quality of the signal in real-time systems and accomplishment of the required security services. Finally, the case study of video conference secured by VPN connections, is presented. I. I NTRODUCTION
Evaluating competitiveness of airports - Airport competitiveness index

The paper introduces a concept of airport competitiveness index. The index consists of numerous indicators grouped into four categories: market potential, infrastructure, charges and recent traffic results. Another important factor we take into account is safety. We find that from the selected sample the most competitive airports are Singapore Changi, New York Kennedy, Newark Liberty and Dubai International. U.S. and South-East Asian airports in general are among the most competitive.
Capacity Building of Rural Women through Trainings

The aim of this study is to assess the impact of KVK training programmes on knowledge and adoption of rural women about home science technologies. The present study was carried out with the sample size of 254 rural women. These rural women were categorized into two groups, i.e. trained and untrained having 127 women in each. The overall knowledge level of trained group was high in washing powder and phenyl making, maize products, mango products and bakery products. The respondents from untrained group possessed medium level of knowledge in maize products and low level in washing powder and phenyl making, mango products and bakery products. With respect to adoption, majority of trained women belonged to high level of adoption in washing powder and phenyl making, maize products, bakery products and medium level in mango products. Out of total variables cosmopoliteness in trained group exhibited significant but negative relationship with knowledge level and family income had shown positive and significant relationship with knowledge level as regard to home science technologies. Size of land holding exhibited significant but negative relationship with respect to adoption level of home science technologies. More than forty five per cent of rural women (47.24%) stated that lack of adequate time as their main constraint in adoption of home science technologies.
The effect of managerial intention and initiative on green supply chain management adoption in Indonesian manufacturing performance

Abstract The objective of this study is to determine the influence of initiative and intention for an organization to adopt green supply chain management (GrSCM). The effects of GrSCM implication and trust inter-organization to organization performance are also determined in this study. In this article, quantitative research is done by collecting 91 purposive sampling data of Indonesian manufacture and descriptive and inter-correlation analysis using SPSS and smartPLS. The results of this study show that the initiative influences positively and significantly to the adoption of GrSCM application, while intention has no significant effects on GrSCM adoption. The application of GrSCM has a low significant relationship to the organization performance. Moreover, the initiative variable is not able to moderate GrSCM application; however, trust is able to moderate the influence of GrSCM adoption to organization performance.
Key influences on construction innovation

The goal of this paper is to identify the main factors driving or hindering construction innovation. An analysis of the relevant literature indicates there are six primary influences: (i) clients and manufacturers; (ii) the structure of production; (iii) relationships between individuals and firms within the industry and between the industry and external parties; (iv) procurement systems; (v) regulations/standards; and (vi) the nature and quality of organisational resources. Attention to these factors by businesses and public-policy makers would be a key component of effective innovation strategy and policy. Further research is needed, however, to explore the relationships between innovation influences; and between innovation influences and other aspects of business strategy and environment, in the context of broader societal considerations. Further research should also identify quantitative estimates of the impact of innovation on the construction industry.
Active Noise Control Using Modally Tuned Phase-Compensated Filters

An active noise control device or an active noise absorber (ANA) that is based on either resonant 2nd - order or 4th - order Butterworth filters is developed and demonstrated. This control method is similar to structural positive position feedback (PPF) control, with two exceptions: 1) acoustic transducers (microphone and speaker) can not be truly colocated, and 2) the acoustic actuator (loudspeaker) has significant dynamics that can affect performance and stability. Acoustic modal control approaches are typically not sought, however, there are a number of applications where controlling a few room modes is adequate. A model of a duct with speakers at each end is developed and used to demonstrate the control method, including the impact of the speaker dynamics. An all-pass filter is used to provide phase compensation and improve controller performance. Two companion experimental studies validated the simulation results. A single mode case using a resonant band-pass filter demonstrated nearly 10 dB of control in the first duct, while a multimodal case using two 4th - order Butterworth band-pass filters show both 10 dB of reduction in the fundamental mode and nearly 8.0 dB in the second.
The adoption of vendor managed inventory for hospital pharmaceutical supply

The study investigates Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) for the supply of medicines between distributors and hospitals to identify factors that may affect VMI adoption. Multiple case studies are conducted involving five organizations (three hospitals, one distributor, and one manufacturer/ supplier). Four dyadic relationships are identified. Triangulation techniques are used in data collection, including interviews, site visits and document analysis to enhance reliability and validity. Case studies have been analyzed individually and comparatively. Two types of VMI initiatives – public and private sector - are identified in the supplier/hospital context. The public sector supplier focuses on improving service level while the private sector supplier seeks to strengthen relationships with key customers. Hospital characteristics, including the type of hospital, top management perspectives, and the hospital’s willingness to share information, are critical in decisions on VMI initiation or termination. Relatively stable demand products are preferred for a VMI approach. Hospitals may perceive risks in VMI adoption for medicines as it involves relinquishing control of critical supplies and may result in ‘lock-in’ with a particular supplier. The paper provides supply side and demand side perspectives on VMI adoption in an important sector. It highlights the need for greater understanding of the perceived and actual risks in VMI from the perspective of both the hospital and the supplier and for much clearer advice on which pharmaceutical products are appropriate for VMI control in a hospital context. VMI is advocated as being beneficial in many supply contexts. However, it may be challenging to implement. This study identifies a range of factors that affect the adoption of VMI in hospital pharmaceutical supply chains. The cases have been conducted in one country, which may affect the generalization of the findings. Wider empirical evidence from other countries in both developed and less developed regions will be beneficial.
Rietveld quantitative phase analysis with molybdenum radiation

Building materials are very complex samples of worldwide importance; hence quantitative knowledge of their mineralogical composition is necessary to predict performances. Rietveld quantitative phase analysis (RQPA) allows a direct measurement of the crystalline phase contents of cements. We highlight in this paper the use of laboratory X-ray powder diffraction (LXRPD) employing high-energy radiation, molybdenum (Mo), for attaining the RQPA of cements. Firstly, we evaluate the accuracy of RQPA employing a commercial calcium sulfoaluminate clinker with gypsum. In addition to MoKα 1 and MoKα 1,2 radiations, Cu and synchrotron patterns are also analyzed for the sake of comparison. Secondly, the assessment of the accuracy of RQPA results obtained using different radiations (synchrotron, Mo, and Cu) and geometries (reflection and transmission) is performed by analyzing two well-known commercial samples. As expected, for LXRPD data, accuracy in the RQPA results improves as the irradiated volume increases. Finally, three very complex aged hydrated cements have been analyzed using MoKα1-LXRPD and Synchrotron-XRPD. The main overall outcome of this work is the benefit for RQPA of using strictly monochromatic MoKα 1 radiation. Best laboratory results arise from MoKα 1 data as the effective tested volume is much increased but peak overlapping is not swelled.
Effects of browsing by native ungulates on the shrubs in big sagebrush communities in Yellowstone National Park

-The effects of elk (Gerow elaphus), pronghorn (Antilocapra amet'icana), and mule deer (Odocoileus hemionus) browsing on shrubs in big sagebrush (Artemisia tridentata) communities were monitored over a 31-year period in Yellowstone National Pllrk Ungulates were restricting Wyoming big sagebrush (spp. wyomingensis) heights, size, and recruitment on the lower-elevation stratum only, while no such suppression was observed on the high-elevation stratum. Parallel increases in mountain big sageblUsh (spp. Llaseyana) densities and cover occurred over the study period on both browsed and unbrowsed sites at the higher-elevation stratum, although big sagebrush, green rabbitbrush (Chrysothamnusviscidif! orw), and horsebrush (Tetradymia <::arlcscens) were slightly taUer and crown sizes were slightly larger on unbl'Owsed than browsed sites. Wyoming big sagebl1.lsh utilization (percent leader use) was eigbt times higher (X = 87 + 7.2% by pronghorn.s, mule deer, and elk) on. the low-elevation winter r.mge stmtum (the Boundary Line Area [BLAl portion orthe winter range), while mostly mountain big sagebrush with leader use averaged only 11 ± 4.1% (nearly all by elk) on the high.elevation range stratum. [0 addition. annual aboveground biomass production orbi. ~ sagebrush did not differ between browsed and unbrowsed study sites on the high-elevation stratum of the winter range. Population turnover was higher on browsed big sagebrush at the high-elevation plots; seedling germination and survival rates were higher on browsed plots versus unbrowsed plots. 0 difference "''as observed in percent dieback of big sagebrush adult plants between browsed and unbrowsed plots at the higher stratum. Browsing did not influence the number of leaves or seedstalks per plant CJ! > . 05), but leaves averaged 45% longer and seedstalks 42% longer on browsed big sagebrush. Ungulate browsing, however, apparently suppressed production, germination, and survival of Wyoming big sagebrush on the low-elevation stratum. Numbers of Wyoming big sagebrush declined 43% and cover declined 29%,1957-1990, on browsed si.tes on the BLA, Annual biomass production on browsed sites at the Low·e1evation stratum was only 6-35% that of unbrowsed sites, and big sagebrush recruitment was less on browsed sites. Percent leader use of big sagebrush did not diller between the period of ungulate reductions, 1962-1969, and the 19805 on the lower stratum (57 = 87% leader use), but utilization was less on higher portions of the winter range during the period of elk reductions (x = 2%) than during the 1980s following cessation of elk controls (57 = 11%).