Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Host preference of the egg parasitoids Telenomus remus and Trichogramma pretiosum in laboratory

Host preference of the egg parasitoids Telenomus remus and Trichogramma pretiosum in laboratory. This research aimed to evaluate the host preference of the egg parasitoids Telenomus remus and Trichogramma pretiosum. Trials were carried out in laboratory, under controlled environmental conditions (25 ± 2oC temperature; 70 ± 10% RH; and 14 h photophase). The parasitoid searching behavior was evaluated based on the distribution (%) of eggs parasitized by each parasitoid, on egg masses of each host species. Results showed the host preference of T. remus by Spodoptera cosmioides eggs. T. pretiosum, reared in A. gemmatalis eggs, choose to parasitize always eggs of the host where the parasitoid had been reared. The egg preference was not observed when T. pretiosum was reared in S. frugiperda eggs. These results show that, in general, host preference of T. remus is less influenced by the host where it is developed than T. pretiosum. Host preference is an important parameter for biological control programs because more than one pest species may occur in the field, different from those where they were reared in the laboratory.
Determinants of Export Performance of Indonesian Coconut Companies

This research aims to identify several influential factors on export performance of superior coconut commodity in North Sulawesi Province, especially when it relates to the pricing strategy, firm characteristics, and export strategy during 2016-2017. The research is included into a descriptive and explanatory research that exerts quantitative approaches. The data are collected via questionnaire which was sent to nineteen export companies of superior coconut commodity in North Sulawesi. To analyze the data, this research uses the regression technique of data panel engaging Random Effect Model (REM) approach. The results of research show that: 1) The pricing strategy positively and significantly influences the export performance; 2) The firm characteristics positively and significantly influence the export performance; 3) The export strategy positively and significantly influences the export performance. From the identified variables in the research, the firm characteristics have a significant role in improving the export performance of the firm.
Optical and Structural Studies of Sol-Gel Deposited Nanostructured CdO Thin Films: Annealing Effect

C. The characterization of samples was carried out by X-raydiﬀraction,scanningelectronmicroscopyandUV-VISspectroscopy. Resultsshowthatthesamplesarepolycrys-talline in nature and the crystallinity of the ﬁlms improves with temperature. The average grain size is in therangeof19–34nm. Itwasobservedthattheopticalparametersoftheﬁlmswereaﬀectedbyannealingtemperature. PACS:78.20. Ci,78.66. Li,78.67. –n,81.20. Fw
Compensation of Periodic Magnetic Saturation Effects for the High-Speed Sensorless Control of PMSM Driven by Inverter Output Power Control-based PFC Strategy

An inverter output power control based power factor correction (PFC) strategy is being extensively used for permanent magnet synchronous motor (PMSM) drives in appliances because such a strategy can considerably reduce the cost and size of the inverter. In this strategy, PFC circuits are removed and large electrolytic DC-link capacitors are replaced with small film capacitors. In this application, the PMSM d-q axes currents are controlled to produce ripples, the frequency of which is twice that of the AC main voltage, to obtain a high power factor at the AC mains. This process indicates that the PMSM operates under periodic magnetic saturation conditions. This paper proposes a back electromotive-force (back-EMF) estimator for the high-speed sensorless control of PMSM operating under periodic magnetic saturation conditions. The transfer function of the back-EMF estimator is analyzed to examine the effect of the periodic magnetic saturation on the accuracy of the estimated rotor position. A simple compensation method for the estimated position errors caused by the periodic magnetic saturation is also proposed in this paper. The effectiveness of the proposed method is experimentally verified with the use of a PMSM drive for a vacuum cleaner centrifugal fan, wherein the maximum operating speed reaches 30,000 rpm.
THE NON-LINEAR RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN MANAGERIAL OWNERSHIP AND FIRM PERFORMANCE

We investigate the relationship between operating performance and ownership structure using a sample of Italian IPO-firms in the period 1995-1999. Overall, we find that their performance declines after the IPO. We find evidence of a non-linear relationship between ownership and performance using different measures of operating performance and managerial ownership. This result supports the hypothesis of a combined effect of ownership on firm performance, with a positive effect at low and high levels of managerial ownership (alignment of interest hypothesis) and a negative effect at intermediate levels (entrenchment hypothesis).
The geographical distribution of the Dermaptera (Insecta) with reference to continental drift

In this exercise, the centres of evolution of the main forficuline taxa have been determined using the techniques of Nelson and Rosen (1981). This has shown that the Forficulina arose in an area of land now comprising north east Brazil and north west Africa. From here some taxa spread westwards into the Americas and others going eastwards to the rest of Africa, Madagascar, and Australia. The Cretaceous separation of India from Africa and its subsequent drift across the Indian Ocean to fuse with south east Asia resulted in the Oriental Region becoming a secondary centre of forficuline evolution, from whence various taxa have subsequently spread into Burma, China, Japan and Micronesia. Other taxa spread through the East Indies into New Guinea, Australia and associated islands. A few migrated from central Gondwanaland into Antarctica and thence to New Zealand and associated Polynesian islands. During the Miocene orogenesis of the Sea of Tethys, some families spread from north Africa into southern Europe and the Middle East. An analysis the geographical distributions of the various families indicates the main migration routes used by forficuline taxa as aspects of Dermapteran systematics in need of further study and consideration.
Gilbert damping and spin Coulomb drag in a magnetized electron liquid with spin-orbit interaction

We present a microscopic calculation of the Gilbert damping constant for the magnetization of a two-dimensional spin-polarized electron liquid in the presence of intrinsic spin-orbit interaction. First we show that the Gilbert constant can be expressed in terms of the auto-correlation function of the spin-orbit induced torque. Then we specialize to the case of the Rashba spin-orbit interaction and we show that the Gilbert constant in this model is related to the spin-channel conductivity. This allows us to study the Gilbert damping constant in different physical regimes, characterized by different orderings of the relevant energy scales -- spin-orbit coupling, Zeeman coupling, momentum relaxation rate, spin-momentum relaxation rate, spin precession frequency -- and to discuss its behavior in various limits. Particular attention is paid to electron-electron interaction effects,which enter the spin conductivity and hence the Gilbert damping constant via the spin Coulomb drag coefficient.
It Matters a Hole Lot

This article examines whether specialized lids on waste receptacles affect recycling compliance in public settings. Thirty waste receptacles were assigned to a lids-present and lids-absent condition, and the number of recyclable items found in recycling and waste bins served as the dependent measure. Results indicated the presence of specialized recycling container lids increased the beverage-recycling rate by 34%, which suggests that perceptual affordances of specialized container lids improve recycling compliance. Possible underlying mechanisms and implications for institutions seeking to promote recycling as an environmentally responsible behavior are discussed.
Fluid dynamics of diving wedges

Diving induces large pressures during water entry, accompanied by the creation of cavity and water splash ejected from the free water surface. To minimize impact forces, divers streamline their shape at impact. Here, we investigate the impact forces and splash evolution of diving wedges as a function of the wedge opening angle. A gradual transition from impactful to smooth entry is observed as the wedge angle decreases. After submersion, diving wedges experience significantly smaller drag forces (two-fold smaller) than immersed wedges. Our experimental findings compare favorably with existing force models upon the introduction of empirically-based corrections. We experimentally characterize the shapes of the cavity and splash created by the wedge and find that they are independent of the entry velocity at short times, but that the splash exhibits distinct variations in shape at later times. We propose a one-dimensional model of the splash that takes into account gravity, surface tension and aerodynamics forces. The model shows, in conjunction with experimental data, that the splash shape is dominated by the interplay between a destabilizing Venturi-suction force due to air rushing between the splash and the water surface and a stabilizing force due to surface tension. Taken together, these findings could direct future research aimed at understanding and combining the mechanisms underlying all stages of water entry in application to engineering and bio-related problems, including naval engineering, disease spreading or platform diving.
The Role of Corporate Governance in Executive Compensation System

This research study explores the relationship between the executive compensation and corporate governance among the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX/S&P) companies from 2005 to 2010. The quantitative research method was selected for this research study. The eighty largest companies from the New York Stock Exchange and the Toronto Stock Exchange were selected. The random sample method was used to select the two populations from each index. The research question for this research study was: is there a relationship between CEO cash compensation and corporate governance among the Toronto Stock Exchange and the New York Stock Exchange companies. The four statistical regression models found that there was a weak relationship between corporate governance and executive compensation among the TSX/S&P and the NYSE populations. Also, the Pearson correlation results indicated that the corporate governance has a minimal role towards the determination of the executive compensation.
Avatar-based innovation : How avatars experience co-creation projects in Second Life

Practical examples as well as research highlight the potential of virtual worlds for new product development especially for utilizing the innovative capabilities and knowledge of consumers and consumer communities. However, most of the observed and often cited virtual new product development examples failed or could have done better. One of the main challenges of virtual product development projects in virtual worlds such as Second Life (SL) face, is to attract participants and to motivate them to actively contribute to the project and share their ideas and knowledge with the company. Therefore, one of the most important research questions is to explore how avatar-based innovation projects should be designed in order to motivate consumers to engage in avatar-based innovation projects and actively contribute to the solution of the stated innovation quest. Based on a quantitative survey with avatars that participated in virtual cocreation projects, the article provides insights regarding compelling co-creation experiences in virtual worlds. This research presents empirically grounded insights regarding compelling co-creation experiences in virtual worlds. It extends theory about virtual new product development in virtual worlds and provides practical guidelines on how to successfully design virtual co-creation projects in virtual worlds.
Issues and challenges in the creation of institutional repositories with local content : critical reflections

A major impact of globalization and emerging information society is the urge to generate local content for local and global consumption. This is of immense benefit for developing countries and Nigeria in particular because of prospects accruing from it. Library as an indispensable agent in national development through provision of relevant information has a key role to play. The onus rests on Nigerian libraries to generate much more local content to meet local and global information needs. The paper discusses issues in the creation of institutional repositories with local content from library perspective, focusing more on ways to enhance creation of local content, inherent challenges and suggestions on the way forward for Nigerian Libraries.
Molecular distortion of NTCDA upon adsorption on Ag(111): a normal incidence x-ray standing wave study

We investigated the adsorption geometry of the model system NTCDA (1,4,5,8-naphthalin-tetracarboxylicacid-dianhydride) on Ag(111) using the normal incidence x-ray standing wave (NIXSW) technique. For the relaxed monolayer structure a significant vertical distortion of the molecule is found upon adsorption. The carboxylic oxygen atoms at the corners of the molecule are located 0.25(3) Å closer to the topmost Ag atoms than the naphthalene core at 2.997(16) Å. This distortion effect is similar to that of the larger mole- cule (3,4,9,10-perylene tetracarboxylicacid-dianhydride) (PTCDA)/Ag(111) (Hauschild A et al 2005 Phys. Rev. Lett. 95 209602), but the chemisorptive bonding is weaker. Our structural investigation is based on photoelectron and Auger emission NIXSW data, the independent measurement of which allows us to correct in a self-consistent way for non-dipolar contributions to the photoelectron yield as well as for electron induced Auger processes, two effects which may significantly influence the structural results if not considered.
Short communication. Susceptibility of Phoenix theophrasti (Palmae: Coryphoideae) to Rhynchophorus ferrugineus (Coleoptera: Curculionidae) and its control using Steinernema carpocapsae in a chitosan formulation

The invasive red palm weevil, Rhynchophorus ferrugineus Oliv. (Coleoptera: Curculionidae) is the most destructive pest of palms in the world. It has been reported on 19 palm species belonging to 15 different genera. The host status of the Cretan Date Palm, Phoenix theophrasti, remains unclear. Therefore, the present study was carried out to ascertain the host status of this protected palm species. Additionally, the efficacy of entomopathogenic nematodes in a chitosan formulation to control this pest in P. theophrasti was assessed. Our results showed that healthy 4-yr-old P. theophrasti palms were not infested by adult females after 9 days exposure in a population density of 3 adults per plant. However, infestation was successful when neonate larvae were artificially introduced in palms. Therefore, natural populations of P. theophrasti could be at risk. Gummy secretion was observed in both naturally and forced infested palms indicating the existence of antibiosis in this species. Curative applications with the entomopathogenic nematode Steinernema carpocapsae in a chitosan formulation in early infested P. theophrasti palms managed to reduce insect’s activity and could help the palms to recover. Additional key words: antibiosis; antixenosis; entomopathogenic nematodes; Phoenix canariensis.
The Effect of Six Weeks of High-Intensity Interval Training With Zinc Supplementation on Some Humoral Immunity Markers in Female Futsal Players

Background . It seems strenuous trainings have a suppressing effect on the immune function and athletes performing such trainings are probably prone to infectious diseases due to weakened immune system. Objectives . The aim of this study was to examine the effect of six weeks of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) with and without zinc o ooitatpemelspu s pu ot au laa noglobulin concentrations in female futsal players. Mthods . Thirty-two female futsal players were randomly divided into 4 groups like placebo, Zinc, HIIT+Placebo and Zinc+HIIT. All athletes had to attend futsal-specific training 3 sessions per week. Zinc and Placebo groups took 30 mg day−1 of zinc gluconate or dextrose, respectively, and HIIT groups performed 6-10 repetitions of a 30-second running at 100% of VO2peak with 4-minutes rest between the efforts during six weeks.u Results . IgM levels decreased significantly in placebo group (from 136.25±34.44 to 119±33.53, p=0.003) and Zinc group (from 143.25±52.96 to 123.62±50.33, p=0.005). 6 weeks of HIIT did not change the levels of IgA, IgM and IgG significantly (p>0.05). HIIT along with Zinc augmented IgA value (from 179.75±54.49 to 211.12±89.22, p=0.049), significantly; It also increased IgM and IgG levels which were not significant (p>0.05). Conclusion . It can be concluded that 6 weeks of HIIT had no suppressing effect on the immune system in female futsal players; even HIIT along with Zinc supplementation improved the immune system via increasing IgA value.
“Pluringulars”, pronouns and quirky agreement

Abstract Unlike full noun phrases, weak and null pronouns typically cannot procrastinate: they cannot move at LF. Taking this as its starting point, this paper addresses the behaviour of English weak and null pronouns in three agreement domains: agreement attraction, agreement with committee-type noun phrases (here dubbed “pluringulars” when they trigger plural finite verb agreement), and agreement in there sentences. Agreement attraction is analysed in terms of LF-movement, which, in the light of the fact that they cannot LF-move, immediately accounts for the fact that weak pronouns cannot trigger attraction. “Pluringulars” are argued to be complex noun phrases headed by a null plural pronoun, which explains their failure to trigger attraction and a number of other properties of “pluringulars” which otherwise stand out as quirks, including the fact that they cannot be the associate of there in plural-agreeing there sentences. Agreement attraction also fails in there sentences, which is shown to supply an argument against expletive replacement.
Fishery and stock assessment of the three-spot swimming crab Portunus sanguinolentus (Herbst, 1783) off Veraval, Gujarat

The fishery and stock characteristics of Portunus sanguinolentus was studied during 2009-2010 from Veraval waters. The average annual landing was 322 t, which constituted about 40% of the total edible crab landings at Veraval. Length-weight relationship showed isometric growth. L ∞, K and t 0 estimated were 178.7 mm, 1.2 yr -1 and -0.08 yr, respectively. Total mortality rate (Z), fishing mortality rate (F) and natural mortality rate (M) were estimated to be 4.69 yr -1 , 2.85 yr -1 and 1.84 yr -1 , respectively. The estimated length at capture (L 50 ) and length at maturity (LM 50 ) were 101.33 mm and 96.89 mm, respectively, indicating that the crabs enter into peak exploitation phase after attaining sexual maturity. The species is a continuous spawner and shows peak recruitment during May and August. The current exploitation rate (E cur ) was found to be 0.61 which is equal to E 0.1 estimated by Beverton and Holt yield per recruit analysis. Thompson and Bell bio-economic analysis showed that species can be exploited at the present level to maintain the revenue from the fishery at economic level.
Out of the Limelight But in Play: Trading and Liquidity of Media and Off-Media Stocks

Using hand-collected TV programming data and intra-day trading from China, we compare the trading, liquidity, and returns of on-show and off-show stocks in the same sector. Our difference-in-difference analysis reveals that post-show, off-show stocks experience significant improvements in liquidity that is attributable to small trades. The pre-show return gap between the on-show and off-show stocks closes post-show, and there is no return reversal. We show that retail investors’ focus on off-show stocks could reflect a lack of media trust. Overall, our evidence suggests that media coverage facilitate price discovery and retail investors appear to respond rationally to media coverage.
Asymmetries in the Discrimination of Musical Intervals: Going Out-of-Tune Is More Noticeable Than Going In-Tune

Listeners were tested on their ability to discriminate "standard" and "comparison" pure-tone musical intervals that differed in size by 20 cents (1/ 5 of an equal-tempered semitone). Some of the intervals were prototypic, equal-tempered perfect fifths (exactly 7 semitones, or 700 cents). Others were mistuned to various degrees (660, 680, 720, or 740 cents). The intervals were melodic (sequential) in Experiments 1 and 2 and harmonic (simultaneous) in Experiment 3. Performance was neither enhanced nor impaired in comparisons that included the prototype. In other words, no "perceptual magnet" or "perceptual anchor" effects were observed. Nonetheless, performance was markedly asymmetric. Regardless of listeners9 musical expertise, discrimination was superior when the standard interval was more accurately tuned than the comparison interval (e.g., 700- cent standard, 680-cent comparison), compared with when the comparison was more accurately tuned than the standard (e.g., 680-cent standard, 700-cent comparison).
The role of facial expression in resisting enjoyable advertisements

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Assessment of Patient, Family and Staff Satisfaction in a Mental Health Service

Psychosocial Care Centers (CAPS) provide care to people with psychiatric disorders and aim to reinsert them into the community. Assessing these services is important to maintaining quality. This study assessed the satisfaction level of 84 patients, 84 family caregivers and 67 professionals from a large center of mental health care center (CAPS-III). Structured interviews were individually held by applying the Satisfaction with Mental Health Services Scales (SATIS-BR) and socio-demographic questionnaires. Overall scores were high for family caregivers and moderate for the patients and professionals. The family caregivers were satisfied with all the service's dimensions; patients were satisfied with help received, and professionals were satisfied with their relationships with co-workers. Patients were dissatisfied with the service's infrastructure, while professionals were dissatisfied with working conditions and infrastructure. The results indicate a need for investment in the service's infrastructure and to improve working conditions.