Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
PAM Decomposition of Ternary CPM With Duobinary Encoding

In this paper, we investigate the pulse amplitude modulation (PAM) decomposition and the spectral efficiency of duobinary continuous phase modulation (CPM), where duo- binary CPM represents a ternary CPM whose symbols are generated using a duobinary encoder. We show that this precoder ensures a higher spectral efficiency compared with binary CPM and we propose a PAM decomposition characterized by the presence of a single main pulse and by uncorrelated pseudo-symbols for a half integer modulation index value for this ternary CPM. We show that shaped offset quadrature phase shift keying belongs to this CPM family and we provide a new reduced complexity trellis detector capable of reaching identical performance as the one introduced by Perrins as well as new linear detectors.
Text Mining of UU-ITE Implementation in Indonesia

At present, social media and networks act as one of the main platforms for sharing information, idea, thought and opinions. Many people share their knowledge and express their views on the specific topics or current hot issues that interest them. The social media texts have rich information about the complaints, comments, recommendation and suggestion as the automatic reaction or respond to government initiative or policy in order to overcome certain issues.This study examines the sentiment from netizensas part of citizen who has vocal sound about the implementation of UU ITE as the first cyberlaw in Indonesia as a means to identify the current tendency of citizen perception. To perform text mining techniques, this study used Twitter Rest API while R programming was utilized for the purpose of classification analysis based on hierarchical cluster.
Firm Attributes and Performance: A Study of Architectural Firms in Nigeria

The performance of architectural firms has been a concern to the professional bodies. Studies have however shown that there are factors within organisations that influence their performance. From the Resource-Based Theory of the Firm, this study aims to identify attributes in the profiles, structure and strategies of architectural firms, which are associated with the success of these firms. The performance of firms is conceptualized according to profitability, while the attributes considered are the ones identified as resources in the Resource-Based Theory of the firm. Data on the attributes and performance of the firms were obtained from a survey of ninety-two randomly selected architectural firms in Nigeria, using questionnaires and interviews. The results of the discriminant analysis carried out show that factors, which were related to the successes of the firms, include the availability of information technology facilities and the level of specialization of duties. The findings suggest that appropriate sizes, professionally qualified staff; and provision and use of IT facilities were areas that architectural firms can concentrate on for enhanced performance. Keywords: Architectural firms, Architectural practice, Firm attributes, Firm Performance, Nigeria, Professional Service Firms.
An investigation into improving efficiency and effectiveness in the Nigerian public sector through Knowledge Management

As public sector organisations face increasing pressure to innovate, sustain service delivery and improve performance, Knowledge Management (KM) practice is found to be instrumental and potentially useful for dealing with problem that are unstructured, lack one-off solutions and requires managers to create, share and use knowledge across government Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) and citizen groups. In light of the above, this study explores knowledge management as an organisational strategy and focus on how public sector in developing countries, especially in Nigerian can adopt knowledge management practice for performance efficiency and effectiveness improvement. Due to the nature of the research, interpretivist research paradigm and a case study design was employed with a mixed of quantitative and qualitative data collection methods. Three empirical studies were conducted with the Delta State (case organisational) public service in Nigeria. Questionnaires were distributed to 100 employee of the Delta State public service. In addition, semi-structured interview, focus group discussion were conducted with senior employee of the sector, documentary analysis and diary were employed to explore employee perception on the issue of efficiency and effectiveness, knowledge audit and sources (starting point) of inefficiency and ineffectiveness in the Nigerian public sector. The resulting data is analysed at descriptive, exploratory and explanatory level using Content Analysis, Hierarchical Task Analysis, Swim-Lane Sequence Diagram as well as Frequency Count, Percentages and Product Correlation Coefficient. Results adequately identify inefficiency and ineffectiveness, huge gaps and obsolete knowledge within task process and inefficiency and ineffectiveness is introduced even before tasks are carried out. Theoretically, the study significantly contributes to public sector knowledge management as the developed framework (Strat-KM) provides context for the field of KM as well as providing strategy for the implementation of KM as a direct response to addressing inefficiency and ineffectiveness of service delivery in Nigeria and other related organisations. Key words: knowledge management, knowledge management framework, public sector
Fluorochrome-labeled Tyramides: Use in Immunocytochemistry and Fluorescence In Situ Hybridization

The peroxidase-mediated deposition of hapten- and fluorochrome-labeled tyramides has recently been shown to increase the sensitivity of immunofluoresence and fluorescence in situ hybridization techniques. We have evaluated a number of red, green, and blue fluorescent tyramides for detection of antigens in tissue sections and cytospin preparations and for the detection of hapten- and horseradish peroxidase-labeled probes hybridized in situ to cells and chromosomes. With few exceptions, all fluorescent tyramide-based methods provided a considerable increase in sensitivity compared to conventional immunofluorescence and FISH methods. (J Histochem Cytochem 45:375–382, 1997)
Biofuel governance in Brazil and the EU

Over the last decade Brazil has implemented a new and ambitious biofuel program: the National Program of Production and Use of Biodiesel (PNPB). When launching this program in 2004 the government stated that it wanted to avoid the same kind of geographical concentration, single crop focus, dominance of agribusiness, and exclusion of family farmers that have occurred with bioethanol production through the ProÁlcool policy since 1975. This paper compares the life histories of the bioethanol and the biodiesel policies of Brazil by analyzing their substantive policy content; the power and politics of actors that struggle for the design and implementation of the policies; and the polity in terms the organization and institutionalization of the policies. The paper concludes that both policies have become submerged by and dependent on the polity and politics of primarily the energy and agricultural sectors that operate as the two semi-autonomous governance fields. This submerging has shaped the substantive contents of biofuels policies, and explains why the 2004 biodiesel policy PNPB, in spite of its objectives for social inclusion and rural development, faces similar problems in implementation as its predecessor, the 1975 bioethanol policy ProÁlcool. 1 This chapter has been published as: Stattman, Sarah L. , Otto Hospes, and Arthur P J Mol. 2013. Governing Biofuels in Brazil: A Comparison of Ethanol and Biodiesel Policies. Energy Policy 61: 22–30. doi:10.1016/j.enpol. 2013.06. 005.
Employee Satisfaction and Work Motivation

Human Resource Management is getting more important in the business nowadays, because people and their knowledge are the most important aspects affecting the productivity of the company. One of the main aspects of Human Resource Management is the measurement of employee satisfaction. Companies have to make sure that employee satisfaction is high among the workers, which is a precondition for increasing productivity, responsiveness, quality and customer service. The aim of this research was to analyze the level of employee satisfaction and work motivation in one supermarket in Eastern Finland. It also dealt with the effect the culture has on employee satisfaction. The theoretical framework of this research includes such concepts as leadership, job satisfaction, motivation, rewards and cultural differences. The empirical part of the research and the questionnaire were created according to the mentioned concepts. The research covers the basics of employee satisfaction and work motivation and therefore it could be beneficial for beginners interested in the field of Human Resource Management.
An experiment family to investigate the defect detection effect of tool-support for requirements inspection

The inspection of software products can help to find defects early in the development process and to gather valuable information on product quality. An inspection is rather resource intensive and involves several tedious tasks like navigating, sorting, or checking. Tool support is thus hoped to increase effectiveness and efficiency. However, little empirical work is available that directly compares paper-based (i.e., manual) and tool-based software inspections. Existing reports on tool support for inspection generally tend to focus on code inspections while little can be found on requirements or design inspection. We report on an experiment family: two experiments on paper-based inspection and a third experiment to empirically investigate the effect of tool support regarding defect detection effectiveness and inspection effort in an academic environment with 40 subjects. Main results of the experiment family are: (a) The effectiveness is similar for manual and tool-supported inspections; (b) the inspection effort and defect overlap decreased significantly with tool support, while (c) efficiency increased considerably with tool support.
Surgical approach in hereditary hyperparathyroidism.

Primary hyPerParathyroidism is determined by a solitary benign adenoma in nearly 80% of cases. The other 20% of PhPT is due to a parathyroid multiglandular involvement, with carcinoma of the parathyroid glands representing no more than 0.5% of the cases. Generally, PhPT occurs after the sixth decade of life, being a rare entity in children and young adults. When PhPT has an early onset, it usually happens in the context of a genetic syndrome. These forms of PhPT are often associated to parathyroid multiglandular tumors. in the last decades, mutations in specific genes have been identified as responsible of various hereditary types of PhPT and new insights on parathyroid tumorigenesis have been consequently acquired. These hereditary syndromes, transmissed by an autosomal dominant pattern, include: multiple endocrine neoplasia types 1 (men1), 2a (men2a) and 4 (men4), hereditary hyperparathyroidism-jaw tumours (hPT-JT), familial isolated hyperparathyroidism (fihP), familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia (fhh) severe neonatal hyperparathyroidism (nshPT) and autosomal dominant moderate hyperparathyroidism (admh) [1] (Table 1). an excessive and unregulated secretion of parathormone represents the pathogenetic basis in these hereditary forms of PhPT with: either 1) the inactivation of tumour suppressor genes (in men1, men4, fiPh, and hPT-JT); or 2) the activation of oncogenes with an increase of cellular proliferation (in men2a); or 3) the disregulation of the calcium set point with loss of the normal feedback control on PTh secretion (in fhh, admh and nshPT) (Tables 2 and 3). Genetic diagnosis of these forms is the gold standard for the correct diagnosis, the surveillance of the proband and his/her relatives, the appropriate choice of treatment and the timing and type of surgery.
Service Quality toward Patient Satisfaction the Moderating Role of Time and Efforts in Public Hospitals in Tripoli, Libya

This quantitative study aimed to examine the moderating effect of the non-monetary perceived value (time and effort) on the relationship between five dimensions of service quality (environment and technology, convenience of care process, responsiveness, trust and security, and respect and caring) and patient satisfaction in the health care environment in general, non-specialist public hospitals in Tripoli, Libya (GPHT). Research questions were formulated to investigate the following research objectives: (1) to examine the relationship between service quality dimensions and patient satisfaction; and (2) to examine the moderating effect of time and efforts on the relationship between dimensions of service quality and patient satisfaction. In order to measure quality of service, patient’s perceptions of service quality were investigated and data on patient were collected using an adapted instrument based on (1) SERVPERF, which was developed as an alternative to the disconfirmation-based SERVQUAL; (2) past research related to hospitals service quality; and (3) interviews with patients, physicians and medical staff in GPHT. Final sample size for analysis was 353. Exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses were conducted. Hypotheses were tested using multiple regression analysis and hierarchical multiple regression through SPSS and SEM. The findings revealed that the time and effort did not moderate the relationship between service quality dimensions and patient satisfaction. The findings of this research could potentially provide an important contribution and inputs which may be useful in the process of decision making within the management, doctors and nurses working in Libya hospitals. Hence the study contributes to the further development of studies in service quality, perceived value and patient satisfaction in healthcare environment. Finally, the implications and limitations were also discussed.
The concept of the real estate portfolio matrix and its application for structural analysis of the Polish commercial real estate market

This paper presents an innovative model for property portfolio assessment based on the concept of a growth-share matrix. The proposed real estate portfolio matrix uses two primary qualities of properties: their potential to accrue value over the holding period and their ability to generate stable positive cash flows. The aim of the model is to utilise these two dimensions in the assessment of the qualities of individual properties and to identify their subsets to meet preferences of different groups of real estate investors. The concept was developed to provide companies with strategic advice on how to optimise the sales strategy of their non-core property assets. This method can be applied successfully to both commercial and residential properties. The concept is subsequently utilised for the purpose of post-hoc structural analysis of the Polish commercial real estate market. Transaction analysis accentuates the prevalence of core assets in terms of both transaction volume and value. Value-added .
RNF43 Is an Early and Specific Mutated Gene in the Serrated Pathway, With Increased Frequency in Traditional Serrated Adenoma and Its Associated Malignancy

RNF43 is an E3 ligase that suppresses the Wnt/&bgr;-catenin signaling pathway and is frequently mutated in microsatellite-unstable colorectal carcinoma. To investigate the pathogenetic role of RNF43 in the serrated pathway, we conducted mutation analysis of RNF43 in several types of colorectal neoplasms. RNF43 mutation was found in 2 of 20 (10%) sessile serrated adenomas, 10 of 36 (28%) traditional serrated adenomas, 7 of 37 (19%) traditional serrated adenomas with cytologic dysplasia, and 9 of 31 (29%) BRAF-mutated/microsatellite-stable colorectal carcinomas; however, no mutation was found in 30 tubulovillous/villous adenomas. All mutations were located upstream of the ring finger domain of RNF43 without clustering, which is distinct from the pattern described for microsatellite-unstable colorectal carcinoma. RNF43 mutation was closely associated with BRAF mutation but inversely associated with KRAS mutation in traditional serrated adenoma with or without cytologic dysplasia (P=0.018 and 0.045, respectively). The finding of RNF43 mutation in sessile serrated adenoma and traditional serrated adenoma, but not in tubulovillous/villous adenoma, indicated that RNF43 mutation is an early and specific molecular aberration in the serrated pathway. The frequency of RNF43 mutation was significantly higher in traditional serrated adenoma with or without cytologic dysplasia and BRAF-mutated/microsatellite-stable colorectal carcinoma than sessile serrated adenoma. The unique molecular spectrum of these tumors suggests a stepwise neoplastic progression from sessile serrated adenoma to traditional serrated adenoma and BRAF-mutated/microsatellite-stable colorectal carcinoma, which should be recognized as the traditional serrated pathway to distinguish from the sessile serrated pathway.
A Longitudinal Study of the Family Physical Activity Environment and Physical Activity among Youth

Purpose. Although the family environment is a potentially important influence on children's physical activity (PA), prospective data investigating these associations are lacking. This study aimed to examine the longitudinal relationship between the family environment and PA among youth. Design. A 5-year prospective cohort study. Setting. Nineteen randomly selected public schools in Melbourne, Australia. Subjects. Families of 5- to 6-year-old (n = 190) and 10- to 12-year-old (n = 350) children. Measures. In 2001, parents reported their participation in PA, family-based PA, and support and reinforcement for their child's PA. In 2001, 2004, and 2006, moderate to vigorous intensity PA (MVPA) was assessed among youth using accelerometers. Weekend and “critical window” (after school until 6:00 P.M.) MVPA were examined because we hypothesized that the family environment would most likely influence these behaviors. Analysis. Generalized estimating equations predicted average change in MVPA over 5 years from baseline family environment factors. Results. Maternal role modeling was positively associated with boys' critical window and weekend (younger boys) MVPA. Paternal reinforcement of PA was positively associated with critical window and weekend MVPA among all boys, and paternal direct support was positively associated with weekend MVPA (older boys). Among girls, maternal coparticipation in PA predicted critical window MVPA, and sibling coparticipation in PA was directly associated with weekend MVPA (younger girls). Conclusions. Longitudinal relationships, although weak in magnitude, were observed between the family environment and MVPA among youth. Interventions promoting maternal role modeling, paternal reinforcement of and support for PA, and maternal and sibling coparticipation in PA with youth are warranted. (Am J Health Promot 2011;25[3]:159–167.)
The influence of job satisfaction and motivation on the employee performance at PT. Era Media Informasi

This study was aimed at clarifying whether the variables of job satisfaction and motivation significantly influence the employee performance at PT. Era Media Informasi as well as at knowing the variables that most strongly affect the employee performance. The research methods used were a survey with a quantitative approach and a questionnaire as main instrument. The data sampling method used was proportionate stratified random sampling.The data were analyzed by using qualitative and quantitative methods with five formulas: multiple regression analysis, T test, F test, the coefficient of determination, and correlation analysis. The test conducted with the aid of SPSS 24.0. The results showed that job satisfaction and motivation significantly influence the employee performance at PT. Era Media Informasi.
Retinal W‐cell projections to the medial interlaminar nucleus in the cat: Implications for ganglion cell classification

The perikaryal sizes and retinal distribution of ganglion cells labeled after small iontophoretic injections of horseradish peroxidase (HRP) into the medial interlaminar nucleus (MIN) were studied. Injections were also made into the LGNv and the C‐laminae of the dorsal lateral geniculate nucleus (LGNd) for comparison. The results are consistent with suggestions that the MIN contains three approximately vertically oriented laminae which, from medial to lateral, receive their retinal input from, respectively, contralateral nasal, ipsilateral temporal, and contralateral temporal retina.
The Ground Sloth, Megalonyx , from Pleistocene Deposits of the Old Crow Basin, Yukon, Canada

The bear-sized ground sloth Megalonyx , endemic to North America, was widespread during the Pleistocene, reaching as far north as Alaska, Yukon, and Northwest Territories. Twenty-two specimens collected from 10 localities in the Old Crow Basin, northern Yukon, include several bones that can be referred to Jefferson's ground sloth ( Megalonyx jeffersonii ) on the basis of the distinctive morphology of the upper and lower caniniform teeth. All of the Yukon specimens are relatively small, suggesting a geological age earlier than Wisconsinan - probably Sangamonian. The Alaskan, Yukon, and Northwest Territories records imply that the species occupied a broad east-west range in northwestern North America during a warm phase of the late Pleistocene. Key words: Jefferson’s ground sloth, Megalonyx jeffersonii , late Pleistocene, vertebrate fossils, Yukon
The role of neovascularisation in the resolution of venous thrombus

Summary Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) can give rise to chronic debilitating complications, which are expensive to treat. Anticoagulation, the standard therapy for DVT, prevents propagation, but does not remove the existing thrombus, which undergoes slow natural resolution. Alternative forms of treatment that accelerate resolution may arise from a better understanding of the cellular and molecular pathways that regulate the natural resolution of thrombi. This review will outline our current understanding of the mechanisms of thrombus resolution and the role of neovascularisation in this process. Novel experimental treatments that may one day find clinical use are also discussed. The process of thrombus resolution resembles wound healing. The mainly monocytic inflammatory infiltrate, which develops, is associated with the appearance of vascular channels. These cells may drive resolution by encouraging angiogenesis, which contributes to restoration of the vein lumen. Significant numbers of bone marrow-derived progenitor cells have also been found in naturally resolving thrombi, but their precise phenotype and their role in thrombus recanalisation is unclear. Enhanced thrombus neovascularisation and rapid vein recanalisation have been achieved in experimental models with proangiogenic agents. Recent reports of the role of bone marrow-derived progenitor cells in the revascularisation of ischaemic tissues suggest that it may be possible to obtain the same effect by delivering pluripotent or lineage specific stem cells into thrombus. These cells could contribute to thrombus recanalisation by expressing a variety of proangiogenic cytokines or by lining the new vessels that appear within the thrombus.