Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
EFFECTS OF FEEDING DRIED DISTILLERS GRAINS BY SOLUBLES WITH OR WITHOUT ENZYME SUPPLEMENTATION ON GROWTH PERFORMANCE OF BROILER CHICKS

A5×2 factorial design experiment, included five levels of dried distillers grains by soluble, DDGS, (0, 7.5, 15, 22.5 and 30% in the diet) and two levels of enzyme supplementation (without and 0.5 g enzyme/kg diet) through 1-9 weeks of the age. A total number of 300 Saso broiler chicks one week old were randomly divided into 10 treatment groups each of 30 chicks, with three replicates each of 10 chicks. Each experiment group was allotted on one of the experimental diets to study the effect of DDGS in the diet with or without Avizyme supplementation on growth performance (live body weight, body weight gain, feed consumption and feed conversion) of Saso broiler. The results indicated that no significant effects of DDGS levels were detected on body weight (BW) at all studied ages (1, 5 and 9 weeks of age). Body weight gain (BWG) was significantly (P<0.05) affected due to DDGS levels only at the period of 5-9 weeks of age. It is worth noting that, the best BWG was found in 22.5% DDGS group (29.20 g/day), followed by that of 30% DDGS (27.67 g/day) compared with the control and the other DDGS levels. Chicks fed the 30% DDGS diet consumed more feed compared with the control and other DDGS levels. During the period of 1-5 weeks of age, the best feed conservation ratio (FCR) (1.75) was found in 7.5% DDGS group. While, the group of 22.5% DDGS gave the best FCR value (3.15) during 5-9 weeks of age. Results noticed that chicks fed diets supplemented with Avizyme gained more weight compared to those fed unsupplemented diet. Results showed that, feed intake was insignificantly effected during all experimental periods studied, while feed conversion was significantly (P<0.05) improved due to Avizyme supplementation during 5-9 and 1-9 weeks of age compared to the control. The interaction between DDGS levels and enzyme supplementation was significant (P<0.05) on BW at 5 weeks of age, BWG and FC at the first period (1-5 weeks of age). Chicks fed diet contained 22.5% DDGS supplemented with enzyme improved values of live body weight at 9 weeks of age, body weight gain and FC during all the experimental periods. In conclusion it could be concluded that, DDGS could be used in Saso broiler diets up to 22.5% with enzyme supplementation (0.5 g/kg diet) without adverse effect on their growth performance.
Are Dental Students Aware of and Knowledgeable about COVID-19? A Questionnaire-based Investigation

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a major global concern. This study aims to evaluate the knowledge of dental students toward COVID-19 in a context of a health emergency. A questionnaire-based survey was drawn up in an online form, to investigate knowledge and awareness level about COVID-19 among dental students at Magna Graecia University of Catanzaro, Italy. The questionnaire contained socio-demographic questions and 12 questions about definition, contagiousness, symptoms, incubation, source of infection, routes of transmission, treatment and infection control practices related to COVID-19. 72 dental students responded to the questionnaire-based survey. The participants had 87.6% of the essential knowledge about COVID-19 and 56.9% of the participants had also already heard about similar respiratory diseases. However, only 50% of the responders perceived a greater risk of contagion for dentists than other health professionals. Italian dental students had a good level of awareness of COVID-19. The most positive attitude of participants was toward the period of incubation, route of transmission and treatment. The COVID-19 outbreak reminded us the importance of knowledge on cross-infection control. It is essential to further sensitize future dentists to not underestimate the risk of exposure to the virus in dentistry.
Employee Satisfaction as a Mediating Factor in the Relation between Corporate Social Responsibility and Corporate Financial Performance

This study analyzes employee satisfaction as a mediating factor in the relationship between Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Corporate Financial Performance (CFP), and it distinguishes between the effects of various dimensions (Environmental, Social, Governance, and Controversies) of CSR. Using fixed effects modeling, the analysis explores within-company differences over time to provide evidence of causal effects. I find that CSR improves CFP and increases employee satisfaction. I also find tentative evidence that employee satisfaction improves CFP and partially mediates the CSR-CFP relation. When analyzed separately, the individual dimensions of CSR rarely have significant effects on CFP or employee satisfaction. However, CSR Controversies have a positive effect on CFP, and Environmental and Social CSR have the strongest effects on employee satisfaction. These results provide insight into the effects of CSR and the mechanisms through which CSR influences business outcomes.
A comparative study of intravenous hydration and amnioinfusion for IUGR associated with oligohydramnios in pregnant women and fetomaternal outcome

Ultrasound assessment of amniotic fluid has significant implication in obstetric care and it has become an integral and important component of pregnancy assessment. Its evaluation is vital for predicting fetal well-being as abnormalities of amniotic fluid are often associated with fetal mortality, morbidity and anomaly. The importance of the amniotic fluid volume as an indicator of fetal wellbeing has been extensively documented. It reflects both mother and fetal status. The maintenance of appropriate amniotic fluid volume for gestational age remains an important and integral component for fetal well-being determination.
Dehazing Of Single Nighttime Haze Image using Superpixel Method

---------------------------------------------------------------------- Abstract - The open air pictures captured in harsh climate are corrupted due to the nearness of fog, mist, rain and so on. Pictures of scenes captured in lousy climate have destitute contrasts and colors. This might also cause problem in spotting the objects within the captured murky images. Due to murkiness there may be trouble to numerous computer vision application because it diminishes the perceivability of the scene. Picture de-hazing is one of the essential imperative inspect variety in picture preparing. Cloudiness is genuinely an Climatic effect. In this paper a novel super-pixel based single image haze removal algorithm with a neural network method is proposed for nighttime haze image. The input nighttime haze image is first decomposed into a glow image and glow-loose nighttime haze picture the usage of their relative smoothness. A super pixel based approach is then brought to compute the price of atmospheric light and dark channel for each pixel in the glow free haze image. The transmission map is decomposed from the darkish channel of the glow-unfastened haze photo by means of the weighted guided photograph filter. Since super-pixels normally adhere to the limits of gadgets well, a smaller nearby window size may be selected. In addition to this the gathered images (the hazy images) will input to a neural network that will increase the quality of the output image that the actual image we want to get.
Demonstration of Dynamics of Nanosecond Discharge in Liquid Water Using Four-Channel Time-Resolved ICCD Microscopy

The microscopic physical mechanisms of micro-discharges produced in liquid waters by nanosecond high-voltage pulses are quite complex phenomena, and relevant coherent experimentally supported theoretical descriptions are yet to be provided. In this study, by combining a long-distance microscope with a four-channel image splitter fitted with four synchronised intensified charge-coupled device detectors, we obtained and analysed sequences of microscopic discharge images acquired with sub-nanosecond temporal resolution during a single event. We tracked luminous filaments either through monochromatic images at two specific wavelengths (532 and 656 nm) or through broadband integrated UV–vis–near infrared (NIR) discharge emission. An analysis of the sequences of images capturing discharge filaments in subsequent time windows facilitated the tracking of movement of the luminous fronts during their expansion. The velocity of expansion progressively decreased from the maximum of ~2.3 × 105 m/s observed close to the anode pin until the propagation stopped due to the drop in the anode potential. We demonstrate the basic features characterising the development of the luminous discharge filaments. Our study provides an important insight into the dynamics of micro-discharges during the primary and successive reflected high-voltage pulses in de-ionised water.
Effect of inhaled corticosteroids on bone mineral density in asthmatic children

Asthma is the most common chronic respiratory illness affecting children worldwide. According to the global initiative for asthma guidelines (GINA), asthma is defined as: respiratory symptomswheeze, shortness of breath, chest tightness and cough that vary over time and in intensity with variable expiratory airflow limitation. The patho-physiological mechanism of inflammation and atopy has driven inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) to become the cornerstone of asthma therapy. ICS are the most effective controller drugs because of multiple mechanisms of action, including anti-inflammatory, reduction of airway responsiveness, reversal of b2 receptor downregulation and prevention of airway remodelling. Even low dose of ICS is known to reduce mortality in asthma and the benefits are seen within 2-3 weeks of starting therapy.
Evaluation of Medication Adherence and its Predictors Among Psychiatric Outpatients at a Mental Healthcare Hospital in Lahore, Pakistan: A Cross-Sectional Study

The study aimed to assess the level of medication adherence among psychiatric outpatients and to determine the main predictors associated with medication non-adherence. A cross sectional study was conducted among 298 psychiatric outpatients at Punjab Institute of Mental Health (PIMH), Lahore, Pakistan. A designed questionnaire was used as data collection tool and adherence was evaluated using MARS (Medication Adherence Rating Scale). Data was analyzed using SPSS version 21.0. Logistic regression was applied to determine the predictors of non-adherence. Medication adherence rate varied from low (39.3%) to high (60.7%) adherence. The impact of demographic factors such as age, gender, diagnosis, employment status and comorbidity on medication adherence were insignificant. -----------------------------------------------------------------------* Corresponding author. American Scientific Research Journal for Engineering, Technology, and Sciences (ASRJETS) (2020) Volume 63, No 1, pp 193-204 194 Results of chi-square found that marital status, duration of illness from last visit, patient factors, medication factors, disease factors were significantly associated with adherence (p<0.05). Multivariate binary logistic regression indicated that qualification, marital status, number of tablets per day, duration of illness from last visit, patient factors, disease factors were the main predictors of medication non-adherence.
Investigating the Impact of Brand Image and Brand Loyalty on Brand Equity: the Mediating Role of Brand Awareness

This research aims to examine the impact of brand loyalty and brand image upon brand equity given the involvement of brand recognition as a mediator. The technique used for the collection of data was simple random sampling. The information was collected from the general public, colleges, and university students via the survey method strategy. The research design is quantitative, and the data was collected by implementing the non-probability and convenience sampling technique with a sample size of 390. The results show that brand image has a positive and significant relationship with brand awareness. Moreover, brand image and brand loyalty have a considerable brand equity relationship, and brand recognition mediates the brand image and brand equity relationship. This study will serve to help marketers to attain customer satisfaction and concentrate on the wants of customers to obtain a superior competitive advantage. Pages 1091
Improvement Support Vector Machine Using Genetic Algorithm in Farmers Term of Trade Prediction at Central Java Indonesia

— The welfare of farmers is a strategic problem in Indonesia. The Farmer term of the trade (FTT) is one indicator to measure the welfare of farmers. FTT is a measurement of the comparison of the price index received by farmers (It) with the price index paid by farmers (Ib). Some models for FTT prediction on previous research are using ANN, SVM, MLR, Markov Chain - Predictive Probabilistic Architecture Modeling Framework (P2AMF), Singular Spectrum Analysis (SSA) - ARIMA and ANN-PSO. Previous FFT research in 2018 used three prediction methods, namely using the ANN, SVM and MLR algorithms with the best RMSE being 0.00098. Then in 2019, FTT research was followed by optimization of the ANN parameters using PSO for weighting (ANN-PSO) and obtaining the best RMSE was 0.00062. This study evaluates the robustness of the prediction models of FTTs in the Central Java region using SVM. Then proceed with increasing SVM prediction accuracy using GA (SVM-GA). SVM-GA has resulted in an increase in FTT prediction accuracy. This study has found that the SVM method has better robustness than the ANN method. The development of research related to the accuracy for the FTT prediction model in the Central Java Province has increased, starting from 2018 with RMSE 0.00098; in 2019 with RMSE 0.00062 and the results of this study resulted in the best RMSE of 0.00037.
The Mediating Role of Entrepreneurial Orientation on the Knowledge Creation-Firm Performance Nexus: Evidence from Indonesian IT Companies

A R T I C L E I N F O A B S T R A C T Article history: Received: 16 September, 2020 Accepted: 21 January, 2021 Online: 12 February, 2021 Disruptive innovation has created fast changes in the business environment and competition among companies, especially on information technology companies. Knowledge creation and entrepreneurial orientation are two variables that can improve firm performance. There is still limited study on how knowledge creation and entrepreneurial orientation both affects firm performance. This study aims to discuss how to effectively apply knowledge creation and entrepreneurial orientation to develop firm performance. A questionnaire has been conducted to 55 medium-large IT companies in Jakarta, Indonesia, and analyzed using structural equation modeling (SEM). The result showed that knowledge creation did not directly affect firm performance but indirectly affected entrepreneurial orientation. Knowledge creation also had a positive and significant effect on entrepreneurial orientation, and so does entrepreneurial orientation towards firm performance. Therefore, IT companies should consider both variables to improve their performance. Future studies may consider using qualitative or mixed-method approaches, conducting research for small IT companies and in other countries.
A Rapid Assessment of the Invasive Dodder Weed, Cuscuta Spp. on Robusta Coffee, Coffea robusta in Busoga Coffee Growing Sub-Region, Eastern Uganda

National Coffee Research Institute (NaCORI)/National Agricultural Research Organisation (NARO), P. O. Box 185 Mukono, Uganda Uganda Coffee Development Authority (UCDA), P.O. Box 7267, Kampala, Uganda National Coffee Research Institute (NaCORI)/National Agricultural Research Organisation (NARO), P. O. Box 185 Mukono, Uganda Uganda Coffee Development Authority (UCDA), P.O. Box 7267, Kampala, Uganda National Coffee Research Institute (NaCORI)/National Agricultural Research Organisation (NARO), P. O. Box 185 Mukono, Uganda Uganda Coffee Development Authority (UCDA), P.O. Box 7267, Kampala, Uganda
ANALYSIS OF THE EFFECT OF TAX PLANNING AND LEVERAGE ON EARNINGS MANAGEMENT WITH COMPANY SIZE AS A MODERATING VARIABLE

This study aims to analyze the effect of tax planning and leverage on earnings management with firm size as a moderating variable. This research was conducted at manufacturing companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange during 2015 to 2017. The types of data used in this study are secondary data in the form of annual financial report on December 31 for 2015, 2016 and 2017. The total number of companies made as a sample there were 29 companies for a period of 3 years (2015-2017) so there are 87 samples. Analysis data method that used for this research is SPSS version 24, with a value of significance was set at 5%. The results of this study concluded that tax planning has a positive relationship and significant influence on earnings management while the leverage variable has a negative relationship but does not have a significant effect on earnings management. This study also results that the size of the company can moderate the relationship of tax planning with earnings management but the size of the company cannot moderate the relationship of leverage with earnings management.
PRIMARY MORTGAGE INSTITUTIONS CHALLENGES FOR FINANCING HOUSING DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA

Housing provision, is a capital intensive, which requires huge financial obligations, the requirement that is tough to meet by many households, thereby leading to ever-increasing housing stock deficit in Nigeria. Over the years, government made some efforts trying to meet up with housing finance demands of the citizens through the creation of mortgage institutions to mobilise and facilitate housing finance, delivery and ownership, especially among the low and medium income groups. Despite all efforts, conditions attached to housing finance, accessibility remained a clog in the wheel of housing provision and ownership to especially low and medium income groups. The purpose of this research is to investigate accessibility of Primary Mortgage Institutions housing finance by potential consumers. The paper explored qualitative research methodology in data collection and analysis using Nvivo tool. It was found, conditions attached to housing finance accessibility remained the primary factor that deprived most of the prospective borrowers. Therefore, accessing housing finance from the Primary Mortgage Institutions remain a key challenge to most low and medium income groups which also hampered housing provision and ownership.
Relationship of linear sprint and agility with selected psychomotor components in the district level cricket players

Cricket is an intermittent team game where the players need an ultimate fitness level. Psychomotor and physical fitness in cricket game meet the demands of batting, bowling, and fielding skills. Sprint occurred repeatedly in batting, bowling and fielding, and is helping players perform better. The purpose of the present study was to identify the importance of psychomotor ability in Bangladesh and its relationship with the sprint and agility of 35 male district level cricket players. Subject’s age ranged between 17 to 18 years. Psychomotor ability was assessed by Eye Hand Coordination Test, Nelson Hand Reaction Test, and Distance Perception Jump Test. Sprint test was evaluated by 50 Yard Dash and agility was assessed by Shuttle Run test. Data were analyzed using Pearson coefficient correlation and multiple equation correlation. High correlation between Eye Hand Coordination Test with 50 Yard Dash was found as one of the notable tests. The study also highlights a high degree of combined correlation between psychomotor ability in young cricket players and 50 yard dash test. Therefore, while selecting cricket players for the youth team psychomotor ability and 50 Yard Dash would be taken into consideration along with the batting, bowling and fielding skills.
Exploration of the Optimum Rice Husk Biochar for Atrazine and 2,4-D Removal: Different Pyrolysis and Modification Conditions

In this study, the best RHB (rice husk biochar) was investigated through the effect of pyrolysis synthesis processes and modifications. Five biochars were synthesized from rice husk waste materials at different pyrolysis temperatures (400 to 600 °C) in oxygen-limited conditions. The biochars were modified by acids to remove minerals on the surface area. The characteristics of the biochars were determined including surface morphology, specific surface area, and functional groups. The herbicide adsorption was accomplished by the batch equilibration method. The result indicated that the biochar that synthesized 500 °C for 6 h had the highest maximum adsorption capacity. The optimum RHB was biochar modified with HF acid. The optimum biochar had less or no minerals and it achieved abundant functional groups on the surface areas. The pore volume distributions in pore sizes of micropores and narrow mesopores played an important role to perform the uptake of the herbicides, they were in the range of 7.90 % and 59.26 %, respectively. The high-efficiency removals of atrazine and 2,4-D by optimum biochar were 82.70 % and 95.10 %, respectively. The rice husk biochar is a suitable adsorbent to remove herbicides from the aqueous environment. Keywords: Adsorbent; Adsorption; Atrazine; Biochar; 2,4-D. DOI 10.35180/gse-2020-0042
THE IMPACT OF FINANCIAL SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT ON INCOME INEQUALITY

Against a background of rising income inequality within countries across the world, this thesis empirically studies the effect of financial development on income inequality whilst distinguishing between bank-based and market-based financial systems. Conducting a fixed effects analysis on an unbalanced panel of 72 countries over the period of 1990-2017, the data shows that more financial development decreases income inequality up to a certain threshold, after which it starts to rise again. However, this relationship becomes apparent only when looking at a subsample of 36 OECD countries. When it comes to market-based financial development, no clear relationship is found with income inequality. These findings are robust to alternative measurement as well as the addition of a previously neglected control variable for the welfare state.
Entrepreneurship and cultural factors. Differences among countries within the same and different regions

This paper examines how two entrepreneurship factors (opportunity and innovation rates), four dimensions (power of distance, uncertainty avoidance, individualism, and longterm orientation) of national culture obtained from the Hofstede framework, and the Doing Business score obtained from World Bank Doing Business (WBDB) database are related to Total Entrepreneurial Activity and Established Businesses, using data from the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor, which provides information on entrepreneurial activity and established business on 62 countries depending on the level of economic development, measured by the Gross Domestic Product per Capita (GDPPC). Applying a quantitative method, this study tests the effects of cultural factors, opportunity and innovation rates on total entrepreneurial activity and established businesses, depending on the country’s income level. The findings indicate that some country’s cultural dimensions relate to entrepreneurial activity and established businesses. The effects depend on the level of national wealth of each country. The results show that cultural variables (collectivism and the avoidance of uncertainty influence entrepreneurial activity. Collectivism tends to increase entrepreneurial activity in countries with lowand medium-income levels, that and the avoidance of uncertainty will decrease total entrepreneurial activity in lowand mediumGDPPC countries. In terms of power of distance, the results reveal that societies in which the power of distance is lower will promote established businesses, especially in highGDPPC countries. Thus, cultural dimensions are not related to entrepreneurship in the same manner as in countries with differing levels of development.