Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Patients and Nursing Students’ Viewpoints on the Importance of Caring Behaviors in a Hospital Affiliated to Shahrekord University of Medical Sciences in Iran

Background: Effective caring depends on the agreement between patients and nurses’ care behaviors. Objectives: The purpose of this study was to evaluate patients and nursing students’ viewpoints about the importance of caring behaviors in a hospital affiliated to Shahrekord University of Medical Sciences in Iran. Methods: In this descriptive and analytic study, 50 patients and 50 nurses were selected using the convenience sampling method. Data were collected by the Larson questionnaire. This self-report questionnaire was completed by the patients and students, and then the data were analyzed by descriptive and analytical statistics in SPSS. Results: The patients considered availability, education, and communication as the most important caring behaviors in caring, while the nursing students deemed comfort and convenience, appropriate communication, and monitoring and follow-up as the most significant behaviors in caring. Nursing students and patients’ viewpoints were not in agreement in the most important and relatively most important caring behaviors (P > 0.05). However, their viewpoints concorded regarding insignificant caring behaviors (P > 0.05). Conclusions: Based on the results of this study, further attention should be focused on patient needs in clinical nursing students’ education is necessary.
Adoption and preferences for coffee drought index-based insurance in Uganda

Micro-insurance can be an effective approach to smoothening income in adverse times and potentially a way to contribute to the financial inclusion of vulnerable populations. As such, adopting a climate insurance coverage aims to adapt in reducing the vulnerability associated with anticipated negative impacts of climate change. Moreover, giving smallholders access to micro-insurance enables them to invest in improved agricultural inputs to enhance farm production and ultimately household income (Karlan et al., 2014; Marr et al., 2016). Key to success with this is to streamline claim handling and marketing efforts in order to minimise transaction costs (i.e. delivering a solution to a low-cost and at a large-scale). Emerging index-based insurance across Africa has proven to enable efficient claim handling. However, direct sales to individual smallholders remains a challenging task without an easily scalable solution (Carter et al., 2014). Adoption studies in the field of crop (index-based) insurance often focus on one-off field experiments ignoring often the insurance delivery channel (see for example a systematic review by Marr et al., 2016). Yet those insurance programmes that are currently running are frequently marketed via aggregators. To reach the necessary scale it is essential to cooperate with aggregators in the agricultural value chain that have an extensive outreach and shared interests. Such organisations include the financial service industry (e.g. insurers, brokers, banks and micro-finance institutions), input providers (e.g. seeds and fertilisers), traders, the processing industry, and farmer-based organisations. The current research seeks to find the determinants of adoption of a stand-alone coffee index-based insurance product in Uganda marketed by a farmer cooperative, and to elicit preferences for improving the index-based design and delivery model. Uganda is proving a particularly interesting context in which to develop the agricultural insurance market since recently public policy has begun supporting crop insurance by providing a premium subsidy (Van Asseldonk et al., 2019). Moreover, droughts are the main cause of crop failure in rain-fed production in Uganda and climate change is exacerbating the impact of drought events (Platform for Agricultural Risk Management, 2015). The findings can be valuable to guide the scale up phase by enhancing the design and delivery model.
The Development of Children's Memory

This volume had its origins in a celebration. In May , dozens of Peter Ornstein’s former and current students, colleagues, and friends gathered to commemorate a significant milestone. After  years on the faculty of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a total of  semesters in academia, Professor Ornstein had accepted emeritus status as the F. Stuart Chapin Distinguished Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience. In addition to social activities, including a lively roast and the announcement of a distinguished professorship named in Ornstein’s honor, the festivities involved a series of scientific talks by alumni of his laboratory. Ornstein’s four distinct programs of research formed the organizational structure for these presentations, with each topic represented by an overview of his work and a description of on-going research that continued and extended the original contributions. It was immediately apparent that Ornstein’s -year research career not only reflected advancements in the understanding of memory development but also constituted a driving and enduring force in the field. This edited volume, structured around Ornstein’s separate but interrelated programs of research, provides a perspective on the emergence and growth of the developmental science of memory as well as a Festschrift for a widely revered academician.
More/All electric aircraft based on fuel cell energy system: the ENFICA-FC experience

Environmental sustainability should gain a significant role as one of the main drivers in the design of new generation of transport civil aircrafts in order to obtain more/all electric aircrafts powered by greener energy sources as hydrogen fuel cell systems. In this framework, the European Commission has selected ENFICA-FC (ENvironmentally Friendly Inter City Aircraft powered by Fuel Cells), as one of the co-founded projects in the Aeronautics and Space 6th Framework Programme. The goals of the project were the following: 1) A feasibility study in order to provide a preliminary definition of new and innovative power systems based on different fuel cell technologies; 2) The conversion of a modern and conventional two-seat aircraft into an all-electric airplane entirely powered by fuel cell. A feasibility study was carried out to provide a preliminary definition of systems (APU, primary electrical generation supply, emergency electrical power supply, landing gear, de-icing system, etc) in which fuel cells (PEM or SOFC) can be exploited. The feasibility study took into account the both present technologies and expected improvements of future generation of fuel-cell systems and thereby showed the differences in aircraft performances that could arise between conventional and more/all electric aircraft for different levels of technology development. In addition, the feasibility of an all-electric propulsion inter-city aircraft (10-15 seat), completely powered by fuel cells, was studied in order to assess the impact that could have a more silent and less polluting aircraft. The second part of the paper deals with the setting up and test flights of a fuel cell general aviation aircraft fuelled by hydrogen. The all-electrical power system was successfully tested during the experimental flights. A new speed world record of 135 km/h and an endurance of 39 min. were established during several flights conducted for the FAI Sporting Code Category C (airplane). 2.5 hours of effective flight were obtained during these 6 tests for a total path of 237 km. The positive handling qualities and satisfactory engine performances of these six flight tests have led the team to consider these successful flights as a good starting point for further long endurance high speed flights
Teachers’ Regular Supervision and Student Academic Performance in Public Secondary Schools in Ekiti State, Nigeria

The poor academic performance of students could be as a result of irregular supervision of teachers. The study investigated the relationship between teachers’ regular supervision and student academic performance in public secondary schools in Ekiti State, Nigeria. Descriptive survey and correlational research were used for the study. The population for this study was 203 schools and 7,538 teachers in public secondary schools in Ekiti State, Nigeria. Validated instrument titled “Teachers’ Regular Supervision Questionnaire (TRSQ) was employed to collect data from the sample while a profoma was used to obtained data for academic performance of students. The study revealed that there was a positive significant relationship between regular supervision of teachers and student academic performance in public secondary schools in Ekiti State, Nigeria. The study recommended that principals and other internal supervisors should ensure regular supervision of teachers.
Evaluation of an Airjet Distortion Generator Used to Produce Steady- State, Total-Pressure Distortion at the Inlet of a General Electric F101-GE-100 Turbofan Engine

Abstract : A performance evaluation of an airjet distortion generator (ADG) system used to produce steady-state, total-pressure distortion at the inlet to a turbine engine was conducted. The capability of the system to duplicate screen- generated, classical and composite patterns and to maintain a constant distortion pattern over a range of airflows is presented. The effect of Reynolds number on the system's capability to match patterns is also investigated. A comparison of the effects of inlet distortion produced by screens to that produced by the airjet distortion generator system on the stability characteristics of the General Electric F101-GE-100 turbofan engine is described.
Estimation of axial load in timber beams using resonance frequency analysis

During the last years, the media reported about several timber roof collapses all across Europe, especially during rough winters. This is a serious problem that bears the risk of many fatal incidents and needs to be encountered in order to improve the safety of structures. One solution could be to estimate the axial loads in the structural members using resonance frequency analysis. The results could then be used to assess the safety of timber structures and to decide about their continued use or temporary closure. While this method had already been reported for steel structures, only little research had been carried out in the area of timber structures. The aim of this project was therefore to investigate if it is possible to estimate the axial loads in timber beams using resonance frequency analysis and if yes, what are the precision requirements for the material properties and the measured frequencies. This was achieved by performing transversal frequency measurements on 32 timber specimens and an aluminium bar under tension. The latter hereby served as homogeneous reference for better interpretation of results. The two first frequencies, together with different values for the E-modulus were then used to estimate the axial load and the rotational stiffness at the boundaries. The numerical model behind the calculations was based on Timoshenko beam theory, allowing to include effects of shear deformations and rotary inertia. The material properties of the specimens were previously determined by static and dynamic tests. Finally, a sensitivity analysis was carried out to investigate the influence of errors in input parameters on the final results. The best results were obtained using the E-modulus derived from transversal vibration tests and showed a mean error ranging from 7.6% to 46.6%, where the results generally improved for higher loads. When using the E-moduli from longitudinal vibration tests, the mean errors increased to 12.4% to 89.5%. It was also attempted to use the static E-modulus for the calculations, which led however to incorrect results. Dynamic values should be used for the parameter estimation with the presented resonance frequency method. The results of the sensitivity analysis showed that the sensitivity of the estimated axial load decreases for higher load levels, which could also be observed in the test results. The most influential parameters on the quality of the results were the measured frequencies and the clear beam length, followed by the density and the E-modulus.
PROBLEMS OF TEACHING PHYSICS TO FRESHMEN ENGINEERING STUDENTS

In this paper we shall attempt to find answers to two questions: How can student misconceptions, and nonscientific beliefs in freshmen physics be corrected? To what extent does teaching physics in a foreign language hinder student learning? We shall try to provide answers to these questions based on our experience of teaching freshmen engineering students at the Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU). EMU is the oldest, and with over 13000 students coming from more than 30 countries, is the largest university in North Cyprus. Together with the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, the Faculty of Engineering is the first faculty established. The language of instruction is English. In the first part of this paper we give a brief summary of research in physics education, followed by specific problems encountered at EMU. In the second part we discuss problems of teaching physics in a foreign language (English in this case).
Cardiac computed tomography improves prediction of long-term cardiovascular events: a retrospective cohort study of type 2 diabetic with higher cardiovascular risk

Background: The value of cardiac computed tomography (CT) for screening and risk stratification in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM) who are at a higher cardiovascular risk is unclear. Thus, this study aim s to investigate the efficacy of cardiac CT in predicting long-term cardiovascular events (CVEVs) in this subset of patients. Methods: Type 2 diabetic with a higher cardiovascular risk who underwent cardiac CT between 2012 and 2014 were included in this study. Cardiac CT was performed, and coronary artery calcium score, location and extent of lesion, stenosis severity, plaque composition, and epicardial adipose tissue (EAT) volume were assessed. The endpoints were a composite of CVEVs (cardiac death, non-fatal myocardial infarction, or coronary revascularization,non-fatal stroke, hospitalization for unstable angina, and hospitalization for congestive heart failure). Potential predictors of CVEVs were identified. Predictive models were created and compared. Results: CVEVs occurred in 26.8% of the patients. Independent predictors of CVEVs included diabetes duration (odds ratio [OR]=10.003), mean creatinine level (OR=3.845), hypertension (OR=3.844), atheroma burden obstructive score (OR=14.060), segment stenosis score (OR=7.912), and EAT volume (OR=7.947). The model including cardiac CT data and clinical parameters improved the prediction of CVEVs, with an area under the receiver operating characteristic curve of 0.912 (95% confidence interval 0.829–0.963; p<0.05) for the prediction of the study endpoints. Conclusion: Cardiac CT showed a great value in risk stratification for patients with diabetes with higher cardiovascular risk. Cardiac CT data may help predict CVEVs and potentially improve outcomes.
Sustainability issues of MDG-focussed programmes in the rural water sector

By 2015, to halve the population without sustainable access to safe drinking water and basic sanitation has become a top priority in many developing countries (Goal 7 of the Millennium Development Goals -MDGs-). International concern towards water sector is rapidly increasing and significant investments are envisaged for the next decade. Sector-related policies and strategies aspire to increase prevalent low water supply coverage, particularly in rural areas. Nevertheless, rural water supply programs in developing countries frequently fail to deliver benefits to society in the long run. There is thus a strong need to focus on sustainability issues to prevent new water infrastructure which has to be built from breaking down. In this study we evaluate the rural water sector along this dimension. Its particular aim is twofold. The research first seeks to deepen into the analysis of all key factors which affect long-term functionality of rural water interventions. Second, the authors highlight the need to foster academic debate around relative influence of all these interelated aspects on sustainability of community water supplies. Aimed at identifying the most costeffective alternative, debate should focus on differentiating the essential aspects required to guarantee functionality of water supplies from those which are important but not indispensable.
The 1983 Increase in the Federal Cigarette Excise Tax

From 1951 through 1982, the U.S. federal excise tax on cigarettes re mained at $0.08 per pack. As part of the Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsi bility Act of 1982, the U.S. Congress temporarily increased the tax to $0.16 per pack, effective January 1, 1983. The statute contained a sunset clause that provided for resumption of the old $0.08 rate on October 1, 1985. After a half-dozen temporary extensions, Congress made the $0.16 rate permanent in 1986. In this paper, I take a closeup look at the microeconomics of the recent federal cigarette tax increase. My main conclusions are as follows:
Spatial and Temporal Distributions of Air Pollutants in Nanchang, Southeast China during 2017–2020

In response to COVID-19 in December 2019, China imposed a strict lockdown for the following two months, which led to an unprecedented reduction in industrial activities and transportation. However, haze pollution was still recorded in many Chinese cities during the lockdown period. To explore temporal and spatial variations in urban haze pollution, concentrations of air pollutants (PM2.5, PM10, SO2, CO, NO, NO2, and O3) from April 2017 to March 2020 were observed at 23 monitoring stations throughout Nanchang City (including one industrial site, sixteen urban central sites, two mountain sites, and four suburban sites). Overall, the highest concentrations of PM2.5, PM10, and SO2 were observed at industrial sites and the highest CO and NOx (NO and NO2) concentrations were recorded at urban sites. The air pollutants at mountain sites all showed the lowest concentrations, which indicated that anthropogenic activities are largely responsible for air pollutants. Concentrations of PM2.5, PM10, CO, NO, and NO2 showed similar season trends, that is, the highest levels in winter and lowest concentrations in summer, but an opposite season pattern for O3. Except for a sharply dropping pattern from January to May 2018, there were no seasonal patterns for SO2 concentration in all the observed sites. Daily PM2.5, PM10, CO, NOx, and SO2 concentrations showed a peak during the morning commute, which indicated the influences of anthropogenic activities on PM2.5, PM10, CO, NOx, and SO2. PM2.5, PM10, NOx, and CO concentrations at industrial, urban, and suburban sites were higher during nighttime than during daytime, but they showed the opposite pattern at mountain sites. In addition, PM2.5, PM10, CO, and NOx concentrations were lower during the lockdown period (D2) than those before the lockdown (B1). After the lockdown was lifted (A3), PM2.5, PM10, CO, and NOx concentrations showed a slowly increasing trend. However, O3 concentrations continuously increased from B1 to A3.
A Navigation and Decision Making Architecture for Unmanned Ground Vehicles: Implementation and Results with the Raptor UGV

Abstract : Researchers at Defence R&D Canada- Suffield, under the Autonomous Land Systems (ALS) and Cohort projects, have been working to extend/enhance the capabilities of Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGVs) beyond tele-operation. The goal is to create robotic platforms that are effective with minimal human supervision in outdoor environments. This report is a summary of the progress made in high level vehicle control, specifically the implementation and testing of algorithms providing point-to-point navigation and decision making capabilities for UGVs. To reach goals by traversing unknown terrain requires a number of navigation functions, including path tracking, obstacle avoidance, path planning and decision making modules. This report presents details of the theoretical underpinnings, the software design architecture, and results of implementing autonomous navigation and decision making software on a robotic platform, given competing priorities and limited sensing technologies.
Weighting for non-monotonic response pattern in longitudinal surveys

In longitudinal studies, analysis can be based on any one of a large number of wave combinations. However, only one set of non-response weights (often based on respondents from all waves up to the latest) is typically offered on public use data files. We refer to this as a single weighting strategy (SWS). This paper uses data from the British Household Panel Survey to illustrate the limitations of the SWS. We evaluate the effect of designing weights based on response to wave-combinations concerned with the same module of questions. The analysis shows that the use of SWS may lead to an unnecessary loss of respondents if used with a different combination of waves. This leads to less precision on some, but not all, of the survey estimates.
Creating the Productive Workplace

Preface. Contents. Foreword - Nick Raynsford, Minister for Construction, DETR. Creativity, Environment and People. Creativity in the Workplace - Jackie Townsend. Pleasure and Joy, and their Role in Human Life - Michel Cabanac. Emotion and Environment: The Forgotten Dimension - Mathab Farshchi. A Broad Definition of Comfort - Max Fordham. Stress and the Changing Nature of Work. The Economic Case for Productivity. The Economics of Enhanced Environmental Services in Buildings - David Mudarri. Productivity Link Assessment to Indoor Air Quality - Charles E Dorgan and Chad B Dorgan. The Nature of Productivity. Productivity in the Workplace - Derek Clements-Croome and Yamuna Kaluarachchi. Productivity in Buildings: The Killer Variables - Adrian Leaman and Bill Bordass. Individual Control at each Workplace - David Wyon. Creating High Quality Workplaces using Lighting - Jennifer Veitch. Concentration & Thinking. Attention and Performance in the Workplace - Roy Davis. Concentration and Attention: New Directions in Theory and Assessment - David A Schwartz and Stephen Kaplan. Case Studies. The Role of Perception, Designing for Productivity and Wellbeing - Jean Neumann. The Intelligent Workplace: A Research Laboratory - Volker Hartkopf and Marshall Hemphill. Airconditioning Systems of the K. I. Building in Tokyo - Hidetoshi Takenoya. Employee, Productivity in the Intelligent Workplace - Walter Kroner. Future Design: Guidelines and Tools - John Doggart. Optimising the Working Environment - John Jukes. The Future. Work Performance Improvement, using Facilities management - Andrew Carter. New Ways of Working: A Vision of the Future - Francis Duffy. Appendix. Index.
The effect of deficit irrigation on water-yield relationship of sugar beet (Beta vulgaris L.) under cool season and semi-arid climatic conditions

This study investigated the effect of deficit irrigation (0%, 20%, 40%, 60%, 80% and 100% (non-irrigation)) on root, leaf and total sugar yield and water use efficiency of sugar beet (Beta vulgaris L.) under semi-arid and cool season climatic conditions in Turkey. Deficit irrigation treatments significantly decreased root, leaf and total sugar yield compared with the unstressed control (well-irrigated). Root, leaf and total sugar yield of the control were 38.35 t/ha, 12.32 t/ha and 7.34 t/ha, compared with 19.96 t/ha, 5.10 t/ha and 3.84 t/ha in the non-irrigated treatment, respectively. A linear relationship was established between evapotranspiration and root yield. Sugar content in beet was betweem18.70% and 19.30%, but there were no statistically significant difference between treatments. The highest water use efficiency was obtained with the non irrigated treatment (91.84 kg/ha/mm). Yield response factor (ky) on root yield was found to be 0.95.