Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Electron‐Only Magnetic Reconnection: Lessons Learned From Magnetic Island Coalescence

Electron‐only magnetic reconnection, in which ions do not couple, has recently been observed in turbulent magnetosheath and magnetotail, and in association with magnetic flux rope coalescence. This study reproduces the electron‐only reconnection during magnetic island coalescence via 2.5‐D particle‐in‐cell simulations. We find that the degree of ion coupling is not sensitive to the spatial scale of the merging current sheet but is determined by the persistent time of the coalescence, which suggests that the electron‐only reconnection is the early stage of the coalescence. During the electron‐only reconnection, ions are affected by the reconnection electric field though the ion bulk outflow is absent. It is revealed that the pre‐existing inflows and Hall electric field Ez from the adjacent main reconnection impede the formation of ion outflow during coalescence. This study provides in‐depth knowledge of electron‐only reconnection through the perspective of ion kinetics.
Function Spaces with Exponential Weights I

In this paper we define weighted function spaces of type Bspq(u) and Fspq(u) on the Euclidean space IRn, where u is a weight function of at most exponential growth. In particular, u(x) = exp(±|χ|) is an admissible weight. We prove some basic properties of these spaces, such as completeness and density of the smooth functions.
Non-Governmental Organizations and Development Service Provision : A Conceptual and Empirical Review

Globally, non-governmental organizations (NGOs) are seen as a significant driving force behind delivering development services. There is universal consensus within the development community that development service delivery will be incomplete without the involvement of NGOs. Thus, many NGOs across the globe complement governments' efforts in development service delivery, a situation that has occasioned a rapid rise in both the volume and scale of operations of NGOs. Nonetheless, there is a growing debate regarding the conceptual intentions of NGOs. While some scholars believe that NGOs effectively provide development services, others have suggested that development service delivery does not constitute a critical component of NGOs' agenda. There is also the issue of whether or not the approaches NGOs employ in development services are participatory enough. While some scholars opine that participatory development communication approaches characterize NGOs' development services, others maintain that participation is merely rhetoric value within the NGO sector. These contending views risk an obliteration of the continuing relevance of NGOs in development discourse. This paper seeks to contribute to the debate on the place of NGOs in development services and the approaches NGOs employ in contemporary development practice. The authors posit that NGOs occupy a central place in development service provision but concede that NGO operations in development services are not without challenges. The authors argue further tha development services can better be appreciated based on a thorough understanding of the role of participatory development communication in development service provisions. The paper presents a review of the relevant conceptual and empirical literature on NGOs' activities in development services and concludes by identifying lessons that should engage the attention of key stakeholders.
Effect of Third Party Funds, Return on Assets, Independent Commissioners and Institutional Ownership on Banking Profit Management

This study aims to determine the effect of third party funds, Return on Assets, Independent Commissioners, and institutional ownership on the manipulation of bank financial statements from 2015 to 2019. The sample was taken with a research population of 55 banking companies in the commercial sector. In the sampling, there were 110 with a total of 22 secondary data of banking companies in the form of annual reports (22 companies in 5 years of observation). By using multiple linear regression methods. The results of earnings management processing are as follows; (1) TPF has a negative impact, (2) Return on Assets has a positive effect, (3) independent board members have a positive impact, and (4) Institutional ownership also has a positive effect. Further research can add variables such as asset growth, audit board, capital adequacy ratio (CAR), loan to deposit ratio (LDR), Non-Performing Loans (NPL), profitability ratios and different companies to examine the occurrence of manipulation of financial statements from different companies in a different way. So that the new research findings can analyze accurately the manipulation of the financial data under study.
Chest CT Findings of COVID-19 Delta Variant in A Hospital Cluster

The B.1. 617.2 (Delta) variant of the SARS-CoV-2 virus has been the cause of surging COVID-19 cases in many coun tries in recent months. We present a review of the CT chest imaging findings of eight patients from a hospital cluster, where the SARS-CoV-2 virus was diagnosed with Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR) testing and confirmed by whole genome sequencing to be of the same Delta (B.1.617) variant strain. This case series highlights CT find ings considered atypical for COVID-19, but were observed in higher proportions than reported in the literature-spe -cifically, upper lobe predominance, unilaterality and pres ence of pleural effusions. We recommend larger scale in vestigation into the CT imaging phenotype of Delta variant infection to sharpen our ability to diagnose COVID-19 as the pandemic evolves.
Effects of Organizational Trust and Justice on Job Satisfaction and their Consequences on Organizational Citizenship Behavior

: This study aims to measure and analyze the effects of organizational trust and organizational justice on Organizational Citizenship Behavior (OCB), mediated by job satisfaction. To gather the data, questionnaires were distributed to all 120 civil servants at the Integrated Service Implementation Unit of Teacher Quality Development Center, Aceh Province, Indonesia, thus using the census technique. Based on the Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) technique, the study found that organizational trust and organizational justice have a positive significant effect on job satisfaction and OCB. Besides, job satisfaction is found to partially mediate the influence of organizational trust and organizational justice on the OCB of the employees. These findings show that any efforts aimed to promote the OCB of employees within the organization; it should be focused on improving employees’ job satisfaction through the enhancements of organizational trust and organizational justice.
Applying Deep Learning Model to Predict Smart Grid Stability

Smart grid is an advanced concept of power systems which harmonizes electricity and communication in systems networks. It provides information for the producers, operators, and the consumers in real time. There is an extreme demand to efficiently conduct the power supplied to the consumption domains such as households, organizations, industries, and smart cities. In this respect, a smart grid with a stable system is being required to supply the dynamic power requirements. Predicting smart grid stability is still challenging due to the many factors which affect the stability of grid, one of these factors is customer and producer participation because identifying the participation can lead to the stability of smart grid. In this work, we propose a deep learning model based on Densely Connected Convolutional Network and Residual network structure to detect the stability of smart grids. The results of the proposed model are compared to other popular classifier models used in different studies. Those models are Support Vector Machine, Logistic Regression, Decision Tree, Random Forest, Gradient Boosted Trees, Multilayer neural network, Gated Recurrent Units, Recurrent Neural Networks and Long Short-Term Memory and the proposed model outperforms the other models.
LINC00152 knockdown suppresses tumorigenesis in non-small cell lung cancer via sponging miR-16-5p

Background Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) is one of the most aggressive types of cancer worldwide. It has been reported that long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) are involved in the pathogenesis of NSCLC. In addition, LINC00152 is known to be upregulated in NSCLC. However, the mechanism underlying the effect of LINC00152 on NSCLC tumorigenesis remains to be elucidated. Methods In the present study, cell viability, apoptosis and invasion were investigated by CCK-8, flow cytometry and Transwell assays, respectively. Reverse transcription‑quantitative polymerase chain reaction and Western blotting were performed to determine the mRNA and protein expression levels. In addition, the association between LINC00152, microRNA (miR)-16-5p and BCL2-like 2 (BCL2L2) was evaluated using a dual-luciferase assay. Results The results demonstrated that LINC00152-knockdown significantly attenuated the viability of NSCLC cells via promoting cell apoptosis. In addition, the migration and invasion ability of NSCLC cells was also decreased following transfection of cells with LINC00152 siRNA. Furthermore, miR-16-5p inhibitor or BCLCL2-overexpression reversed LINC00152 siRNA-induced NSCLC cell growth inhibition. Conclusions The findings of the present study demonstrated that LINC00152-silencing suppressed NSCLC tumorigenesis via regulating the miR-16-5p/BCL2L2 axis. Therefore, linc00152 has the potential as a molecular marker and may be a potential target for the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer.
Virological and Immunological Outcomes of an Intensified Four-Drug versus a Standard Three-Drug Antiretroviral Regimen, Both Integrase Strand Transfer Inhibitor-Based, in Primary HIV Infection

The optimal therapeutic approach for primary HIV infection (PHI) is still debated. We aimed to compare the viroimmunological response to a four- versus a three-drug regimen, both INSTI-based, in patients with PHI. This was a monocentric, prospective, observational study including all patients diagnosed with PHI from December 2014 to April 2018. Antiretroviral therapy (ART) was started, before genotype resistance test results, with tenofovir/emtricitabine and either raltegravir plus boosted darunavir or dolutegravir. Cumulative probability of virological suppression [VS] (HIV-1 RNA< 40 cp/mL), low-level HIV-1 DNA [LL-HIVDNA] (HIV-1 DNA < 200 copies/106PBMC), and CD4/CD8 ratio ≥1 were estimated using Kaplan–Meier curves. Factors associated with the achievement of VS, LL-HIVDNA, and CD4/CD8 ≥ 1 were assessed by a Cox regression model. We enrolled 144 patients (95.8% male, median age 34 years): 110 (76%) started a four-drug-based therapy, and 34 (24%) a three-drug regimen. Both treatment groups showed a comparable high probability of achieving VS and a similar probability of reaching LL-HIVDNA and a CD4/CD8 ratio ≥1 after 48 weeks from ART initiation. Higher baseline HIV-1 RNA and HIV-1 DNA levels lowered the chance of VS, whereas a better preserved immunocompetence increased that chance. Not statistically significant factors associated with LL-HIVDNA achievement were found, whereas a higher baseline CD4/CD8 ratio predicted the achievement of immune recovery. In PHI patients, the rapid initiation of either an intensified four-drug or a standard three-drug INSTI-based regimen showed comparable responses in terms of VS, viral reservoir size, and immunological recovery.
Historical Perspective on Fluid Machinery Flow Optimization in an Industry

Fluid-dynamic design of fluid machinery had heavily relied on empiricism and experimental observations for many years. Since 1980s, thanks to the advancements in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), a variety of flow physics have been revealed. The contribution by CFD is indispensable; however, the challenge is required not only on the advancements in CFD technologies but also innovation of “design (optimization) technologies” because of the complex interactions between 3-D flow fields and the complex 3-D flow passage configurations, etc. This paper presents historical perspective on fluid machinery flow optimization in an industry with some messages for the future.
An Experimental Study on Structural Concrete Containing Recycled Aggregates and Powder from Construction and Demolition Waste

For complete utilization of construction and demolition (C&D) waste, an investigation of all size fractions of C&D waste generated during the recycling process should be conducted. In this work, the effects of three recycled concrete materials with different sizes (recycled coarse aggregate (RCA) with a size of 4.75–25 mm, recycled fine aggregate (RFA) of 0.15–4.75 mm, and recycled powder (RP) smaller than 0.15 mm) produced from concrete waste on the fresh and hardened mechanical properties of concrete were evaluated. The replacement ratios of natural coarse and fine aggregates by RCA and RFA were 30, 60, and 100%, and those of ordinary Portland cement for RP were 10, 20, and 30%. The results showed that the concrete properties deteriorated with increasing replacement ratio regardless of the type of recycled materials. The properties were reduced in the order of the use of RFA, RCA, and the simultaneous use of RCA and RFA. In addition, concrete with 30% RP showed lower mechanical strength than concrete with 100% RCA and 100% RFA. However, all concretes could be applicable for structural purposes under different environmental exposure conditions. In particular, concretes with 10% RP and 20% RP showed better cost-benefits compared to natural aggregate concrete with 100% ordinary Portland cement. These promising findings provide valuable initiatives for the effective and complete recycling of C&D waste.
Callus Induction, Proliferation, Enhanced Secondary Metabolites Production and Antioxidants Activity of Salvia moorcroftiana L. as Influenced by Combinations of Auxin, Cytokinin and Melatonin

Tissue culture technique is one of the best methods to reproduce salvia plant Therefore, the aim of this research was to enhance the in-vitro callus proliferation and production of secondary metabolites of S. moorcroftiana using different combinations of auxin, cytokinin and melatonin. Initially, callus induction was optimized using indole acetic acid (IAA), 2, 4-dichlorophenoxy acetic acid (2,4-D), and naphthalene acetic acid (NAA) applied at different concentrations in combination with 1 mg L of 6-benzylaminopurine (BAP). The results indicates that earliest days to callus induction (14.67 days) was occurred in the media fortified HIGHLIGHTS • Tissue culture technique is considered to be one of the best methods to reproduce salvia plant. • Salvia is a medicinal plant with lots of chemical constituents. • Salvia plays an important role in treating different fatal diseases. • Maximum fresh and dry weights were obtained at 1.5 mg L melatonin. • the highest DPPH scavenging activity, total phenolics and flavonoid content were obtained at 1.5
Risk Aversion and Gender Gaps in Technology Adoption by Smallholder Farmers: Evidence from Ethiopia

Abstract Adoption of chemical fertilizers is a high-risk and high-return investment option for smallholder agricultural households that heavily rely on rainfall. I document a persistent gap of above 10% in the adoption of chemical fertilizer between male- and female-headed smallholder farmers in Ethiopia. This gender gap remains after accounting for household characteristics, access to complimentary farm inputs, access to credit, soil quality, and crop selection. Using historical variability of rainfall at the district level as a measure of a district’s risk of crop failure, I find strong evidence that the gender gap in fertilizer adoption increases with the level of risk in the district. I explore the role of two competing hypotheses to explain this observation: gender difference in risk aversion and differential access to consumption smoothing/liquidity constraints by male- and female-headed households. I find strong evidence that gender differences in access to consumption smoothing/liquidity constraints play a minimal role, implying that gender difference in risk aversion plays the dominant role. This is consistent with a bulk of lab and field experimental studies that find evidence that women tend to be more risk-averse than men.
Measuring Productivity of the Spanish Defence Industry

ABSTRACT This paper analyses the determinants of productivity and its evolution over time, of the main sectors that conform the Spanish defence industry. The analysis is based on the selection of factors that describe the situation of the industrial sectors. As inputs, the following are used: direct sales to the Spanish Ministry of Defence and international defence sales. From the output side the number of employees. The data is a panel for the period over 2010-2017. According to the results obtained, the sectors show a variation in productivity with a tight increasing trend of 0.4%.
Vibratory Shot Peening of Elements Cut with Abrasive Water Jet

The paper presents the eff ect of technological parameters of vibratory shot peening on the roughness and microhardness of the surface layer of shot peened objects. Moreover, the surface topography results from vibratory shot peening was analyzed. In the experiment, samples made of 1.4301 stainless steel were used, which were cut by abrasive water jet (AWJ). The geometrical structure of the surface after vibratory shot peening was changed. The surface roughness was obtained in the range of Rsk = -0.600 ÷ -1.115 and Sa = 3.01÷6.53 μm, The value of microhardness ΔHV, near to the surface, is from 36 HV0.05 to 100 HV0.05. The changes in microhardness reach on the depth gh = 100 μm. An analysis of variance ANOVA for the investigated dependent variables was performed. The Tukey’s test was used to checked the infl uence of the independent variable on the dependent variable. The aim to obtain favorable properties of the surface layer of elements after abrasive water jet cutting, it is recommended to use a vibratory shot peening time of approx. 6 minutes and balls of diameter d = 6 mm.
Clinical Characteristics and Treatment for Dupilumab-Related Ocular Complications in Atopic Dermatitis Patients

Purpose Ocular adverse events have been reported in association with dupilumab, a monoclonal antibody to treat allergic diseases including atopic dermatitis (AD). We describe clinical findings and treatment of dupilumab-related ocular complications. Patients and Methods Retrospective study of 19 dupilumab-treated AD patients seen for a new ocular complaint. Primary outcomes were specific ocular exam findings (conjunctival injection, corneal fluorescein staining, blepharitis, meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD)), treatments, and follow-up. Results Nineteen dupilumab-treated AD patients were included. Median age was 47 years (range 18–73). Over half were women (11/19) and majority were Caucasian (13/19). Symptom onset occurred at a mean of 99 days (range 23–520 days) from first dupilumab dose. The most common symptoms were redness (63%), tearing (47%), and pruritus (37%). Most common ocular findings were conjunctival injection (75%) and corneal staining (60%). Blepharitis was seen in about a third (30%), and 25% had MGD. Initially, 10% were observed without treatment, while 15% were treated with artificial tears alone. Other treatments included antihistamine drops (20%) and steroid drops alone (15%). In 40% of patients, a combination of steroids and various other topical eye drops were prescribed. Eighty-four percent (16/19) of patients were seen for follow-up. Steroid drops were required at follow-up in 3 out of 4 patients initially treated with antihistamines alone and in two-thirds of patients initially treated with artificial tears only. Mean follow-up period was 88 days (range 5–369). Dupilumab was discontinued in 31.5% (6/19) of patients; of those who discontinued, 3 restarted it later. Conclusion Conjunctival injection was the most frequent dupilumab-related ocular symptom and most common exam finding followed by corneal staining. Most patients initially treated with antihistamine drops or artificial tears alone subsequently required steroid drops to control symptoms. Some patients who discontinued dupilumab restarted the medication after achieving adequate control of ocular symptoms.
Mindfulness Moments: Today and 4-Life Program for 4-H Camp Youth

This evaluation research addressed the gap in the stress management education literature related to short-term mindfulness programs for youth in non-formal educational settings. The Mindfulness Moments: Today and 4-Life program was adapted from existing curricula and delivered in Ohio and Pennsylvania during summer 2019. The purpose of the program was to help youth participants develop an understanding of the concept of mindfulness and instill a desire in them to apply mindfulness practices in their daily lives. Sixty-eight youth ages 10 to 18 participated in the program. We utilized a non-experimental study design, with a simple 1-group pretest posttest design. One portion of the survey instrument was posttest only. A new outcomes evaluation instrument was developed. This study demonstrated that program participation increased perceived knowledge of mindfulness and intention to apply mindfulness practices. The application of Pearson correlation showed there is a substantial significant relationship between desire to continue mindfulness practice and intention to practice mindfulness (r = .62, p = .01). Study results suggested that mindfulness program practitioners should first focus on helping youth learn the benefits of mindfulness in order to instill the desire among youth to practice mindfulness in daily life. Other recommendations for program practitioners and the evaluation instrument are discussed.
Health status of children under three years of age residing in the slums of Rajkot city, Gujarat, India

Background: Slums areas of a city are high risk areas for various disease transmissions. Maternal and child heath indicators among slum dwellers show that their health status is two to three times worse than those in the other urban areas. Aims and Objectives: This study was designed to assess the health status and utilization of various health services among the children less than three years of age, residing in the slums of Rajkot city. Study Design: This was a part of a Multi Indicator Cluster survey conducted in the slums of Rajkot city. Setting: This cross sectional study covered 30 slums out of 257 slums designated in the geographical limits of the Rajkot Municipal Corporation. Materials and Methods: A 30 cluster sampling technique was employed using participation proportionate to size method. Each slum area was designated as a cluster. In stage one 30 clusters were selected proportionate to their size. In second stage 60 households were selected from each cluster. Statistics: The data was analyzed using Epi Info Software Version 3.3. 2 Results: A total of 344 children less than three years of age were found in the 1800 households surveyed. The under three sex ratio was 965.71. The prevalence of low birth weight was 19.9%. The complete vaccination coverage in children between one to two years of age was 68.2%. Vitamin A coverage among the eligible children during the August 2010 round of the biannual Vitamin A campaign was 44.2%. Exclusive breast feeding in children less than six months of age was 81.8%. Registration of the children in the Mamta Sessions (Health and Nutrition Day) and in the local Anganwadi centre was 41%. There were 13.7% children who had presence of any morbidity during the survey. Conclusions: The study found that special focus needs to be given on the increasing the enrollment of the children in the Mamta Divas sessions as well as in the local anganwadis. Focus should also be given on improving the quality of health care offered to the beneficiaries in these centers.