Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Extra ordinary high blood lead levels in Mashhad,Iran: a one-year study in a referral center

Introduction: Lead is a heavy metal with vast usage in the industry. Lead toxicity affects any organ in the body. It causes various clinical presentations, which leads to diagnostic complexity. Regarding recent increased observation of cases with lead toxicity in our center, we aimed to evaluate the frequencies of lead toxicity in patients referred to Imam-Reza Hospital’s laboratory and find a possible relationship between the blood lead level (BLL) and hematological and biochemical tests. Methods: From 2016 to 2017, the patients referred to Imam-Reza hospital’s laboratory to detect BLL enrolled in the study. Among them, 254 adult cases with BLLs≥10 μg/dl were selected. Complete blood counts and peripheral blood smear were done. Other lab data were extracted from hospital files. Results: The mean BLL of 1649 participants was 59.11±116.25 μg/dl, ranging from 0 to 1580. Sixty nine percent of them had lead toxicity. Eighty-one percent (n=1341) of patients were males and 18.7% (n=308) were females. In 254 selected cases, the mean BLL was 138.17±189.98 μg/dl. There were significant inverse correlations between BLL and red blood cell counts, hemoglobin, mean cell hemoglobin, total iron-binding capacity, target shape and basophilic stippling, as well as positive correlations between BLL and white blood cell counts, red cell distribution width, neutrophil counts and iron. Conclusion: Lead toxicity seems to be more frequent than it is expected. Patients with unexplained anemia with increased iron and decreased total iron-binding capacity are better to be evaluated for BLL.
Influence analysis of interpretation services on ecotourism behavior for wildlife tourists

Abstract Interpretation services provide environmental education at ecotourism destinations. This may prompt tourists’ learning experiences (e.g., reflective engagement), which in turn may promote tourists’ pro-environmental behavior. However, the way that interpretation services and reflective engagement affect ecotourism behavior remains unclear. The present study aimed to develop a theoretical model to assess the ecotourism behavioral framework of wildlife tourists. Using a systematic sampling approach, a total of 1,277 useful responses were obtained and analyzed. Structural equation modeling was analyzed with LISREL 8.80 for Windows, and all parameters were estimated through the maximum likelihood method. The analytical findings illustrated that interpretation services had a positive and significant direct relationship with reflective engagement, which in turn was positively and significantly related to the ecotourism behavioral intentions (including pro-environmental behavior, environmentally friendly behavior, adherence to ecotourism guidelines, site‐specific ecological behavior, and learning behavior) of wildlife tourists. This study confirmed that reflective engagement fully mediated the relationship between interpretation services and ecotourism behavior, extending the stimulus-organism-response theoretical framework to the wildlife tourism context. The managerial implications suggest that wildlife ecotourism programs should improve the quality of their interpretation services to increase reflective engagement, thereby enhancing wildlife ecotourism behavior during wildlife tours and assisting in the sustainable development of wildlife ecotourism.
Religious Coping, Medication Adherence and Quality of Life for Diabetes Mellitus Patients

Introduction: Diabetes mellitus is a major public health issue particularly in the elderly. Religion may affect the Quality of Life in such patients, mediated by factors such as religious coping and medication adherence. This study aimed to investigate the impact of religious coping and medication adherence on quality of life.Method: Diabetes mellitus is a major public health issue particularly in the elderly. Religion may affect the Quality of Life in such patients, mediated by factors such as religious coping and medication adherence. This study aimed to investigate the impact of religious coping and medication adherence on quality of life.Result: there is a significant relationship between Religious Coping and adherence to treatment in Diabetes Mellitus patients with a value of r = 0.266 (p = 0.00) and quality of life (r = 0.216; p = 0.00). Conclusion: Religious coping has an important influence and relationship on treatment adherence to diabetes mellitus sufferers and can provide motivation for sufferers in carrying out medication.
Unsteady Aerodynamic Characteristics of Transversely Inclined Prisms Under Forced-Vibration---The Base Intensification Phenomenon

This work, through a series of forced-vibration wind tunnel experiments, investigates the aerodynamic characteristics of square prisms subject to the transverse inclination. An aeroelastic prism was tested under different wind speeds, inclination angles, and oscillation amplitudes. Through analysis on the mean pressure distribution, local force coefficient, force spectra, and aerodynamic damping coefficient, the unsteady aerodynamic characteristics of the configuration were revealed. Empirical observations discovered the Base Intensification phenomenon, which refers to a fundamental change in the structure’s aerodynamic behaviors given any degrees of transverse inclination. Specifically, it is the intensification of the aerodynamic loading, vortical activities, and aerodynamic damping on only the lower portion of an inclined structure. The phenomenon, being almost impactless to the upper portion, is also insensitive to changes in inclination angle and tip amplitude once triggered by the initial inclination. Analysis also revealed that the origin of Base Intensification phenomenon traces back to fix-end three-dimensional effects like the horseshoe vortex, instead of the predominant Bérnard-Kármán vortex shedding. Moreover, results showed that wind speed is the decisive factor for the structure’s crosswind motions. Inside the lock-in region, structure loadings, vortical activities, and the effects of Base Intensification are significantly amplified. Beyond the range, the configuration gradually resorts to a quasi-steady linearity. Finally, results from the force-vibration tests were used for the prediction of structure response. Experimental comparison revealed that the predictions notably outperform those based on rigid tests, forecasting the actual responses with a markedly improved accuracy.
International Students Library Usage Frequency Patterns in Academic Libraries: A User Survey at Jiangsu University Library

Academic libraries are supposed to provide quality services to its user including international students in order to increase its patronage. The main purpose of this paper is to assess the frequency patterns of how international students use academic libraries. The user survey was conducted in Jiangsu University Library using the library usage pattern with Five-Point Likert scale survey questions from the LibQUAL+TM model. The survey was administered to the international students, with 201 respondents based on simple random sampling. The researchers used analysis methods like descriptive statistics in the form of frequencies and percentages, inferential statistics and Structural Equation Model (SEM). The study revealed that majority of international students frequently use library resources both on library premises and through the library webpage on daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly basis while majority of them use non library resources like google on daily and weekly basis. Majority of these respondents who use the library resources are Asians (Non- Chinese) and Africans. The results also revealed that there is a negative relationship and effect of using non-library resources on library premises on using library resources and no effect on using library resources through the library webpage. This implies that and increase in the use of non-library resources will significantly decrease the use of library resources. The study implies that academic libraries should improve its services and resources to international students to increase their patronage.
Short Term Survival of Extreme Preterm Newborns at 23–26 Weeks’ Gestation in a Middle East Modern Referral Maternity Hospital

Background: Caring about ELBW newborns at the limit of viability is demanding with a high rate of mortality and long-term morbidity. Society expectations become high and persistent while health care coast inside NICU is very high. Objective: The purpose of this study is to examine the short-term survival (till discharge) of extremely low birth weight (ELBW) newborns at limits of viability 23–26 weeks gestation (WG) age in a large tertiary maternity hospital. Methods: A population-based retrospective study of babies born at 23–26 WG age over 3 years period. Results: Over the study period 2016 to mid-2018, a total of 283 ELBW newborns were delivered in our institute. Of those, 250 were admitted to NICU (88%). The number of newborns who survived till discharge from NICU was 174 (61.5%) while the rate of delivery room death was 33 newborns (11.75%). The survival rates during 2016–2018 period were 35%, 64%, 73%, and 81.4% for 23, 24, 25, and 26 WG respectively. 76 newborns (26.9%) of NICU admissions died before discharge. Most deaths occurred during the first two weeks of life (64%). The main cause of death inside the NICU during the first 2 weeks was respiratory failure, followed by infection. Conclusion: Counseling Parent using local data become more convincing and reflecting local experience. Short term survival rate of ELBW is comparable to those reported in the literature. The first two weeks are very crucial where the mortality rate is highest.
Effects of Nitrate Supplementation on Muscle Strength and Mass: A Systematic Review

Abstract Anderson, OK, Martinez-Ferran, M, Lorenzo-Calvo, J, Jiménez, SL, and Pareja-Galeano, H. Effects of nitrate supplementation on muscle strength and mass: a systematic review. J Strength Cond Res 36(12): 3562–3570, 2022—This systematic review examines the effect of dietary nitrate supplementation (SUP) on muscle strength and hypertrophy when combined with physical exercise. The databases PubMed, Web of Science, and MEDLINE were searched for full-text articles published between January 2000 and June 2020. For inclusion, studies had to report on the effects of SUP administered as acute or chronic doses together with a standardized exercise protocol on muscle strength and hypertrophy compared with placebo in healthy adults who were sedentary, physically active, or professional athletes. Twelve studies (1,571 subjects) were finally selected. In 5 studies, the SUP regime was acute, and in 7, it was chronic. SUP was nitrate-rich beetroot juice in 9 studies, a potassium nitrate capsule in 1, and increased dietary nitrate in 2. Ingested nitrate was 64–1,200 mg. Of the 12 studies, 6 observed an ergogenic effect of SUP compared with placebo. These findings indicate that muscle strength gains are possible provided the dose, format, frequency, period, and exercise test are appropriate. Best results were observed with a minimum acute dose of 400 mg of nitrate provided as beetroot juice/shot taken 2–2.5 hours before exercise involving low- and high-intensity muscle contractions. This SUP regime seems to improve muscle efficiency in terms of reduced phosphocreatine and energy costs (P-magnetic resonance spectroscopy) and improved time to exhaustion.
Do kiosks outperform cashiers? An S-O-R framework of restaurant ordering experiences

Purpose This study aims to compare the performance of self-service kiosks in a quick-service setting with the performance of cashiers. In particular, this study explores both internal responses and external responses between the two ordering methods with the moderating role of crowdedness. Design/methodology/approach This study develops a theoretical framework based on the stimulus-organism-response (S-O-R) model. A 2 × 2 field experiment was conducted in a real quick-service outlet to collect data. Findings The results reveal that customers reported a better experience when using self-service kiosks compared to placing orders with cashiers. However, cashiers generated more revenue for the quick-service outlet than kiosks. Significant interaction effects were found for external responses. Customers spent more time placing orders with cashiers than with kiosks in less crowded periods, while cashiers generated more sales than kiosks during busier periods. Originality/value This study enriches the hospitality and tourism literature by applying the S-O-R framework in an experimental design incorporating both internal and external responses. The findings on the interaction between ordering methods and crowdedness on external responses provide practical insights for quick-service restaurant operators to find a balance between technology and human services.
Radical or incremental: which type of innovation do stock options drive?

ABSTRACT Due to the importance and challenges, the issue of innovation has been a major one for decades in academia. In this paper, we investigate the effect that stock options have on radical and incremental innovation performance. We conclude that nonexecutive options have a significantly positive effect on both radical and incremental innovation, whereas executive options are only related to incremental innovation. The association between executive options and incremental innovation is more pronounced in firms with weaker free-rider problem and lower diversification, whereas the positive correlation between nonexecutive options and innovation is not magnified or weakened significantly by free-rider problem or firm diversification. Further analysis reveals that nonexecutive options foster radical innovation success through risk-taking and performance-based incentives, whereas executive options (nonexecutive options) contribute to incremental innovation success mainly through risk-taking (performance-based) incentives. We also determine that the distribution structure of a firm’s options matters. Collectively, our evidence shows that nonexecutive options facilitate better innovation performance, and rank-and-file employees are better innovators in a company.
Agile work practices and employee proactivity: A multilevel study

Several large organizations underwent agile transformation processes over the past few years, despite limited theory and empirical research on agile working. The present study draws from the taskwork–teamwork distinction and the proactivity literature to develop a new multilevel model of agile working. We tested this model in a sample of 114 teams (N = 476 individuals) undergoing an agile transformation at a large German transport and logistics organization. Teams at the end of the agile transformation scored significantly higher on agile work practices, proactivity norms, and team performance than teams at the beginning of the transformation. Results of multigroup structural equation modeling indicated that agile taskwork related indirectly to team performance through a positive relationship with proactivity norms. The positive relationship of agile teamwork with team performance was not mediated by proactivity norms, unlike hypothesized. Finally, we found that agile taskwork increased the likelihood that individual employees benefited from engaging in proactive behavior (specifically, employee intrapreneurship) in terms of in-role performance (i.e., cross-level interaction). This was presumably because of the favorable proactivity norms of teams practicing agile taskwork (i.e., mediated moderation). We discuss the implications of our findings for the literature on proactive behavior in teams.
A state-of-the-art review of the modes and effectiveness of multimedia input for second and foreign language learning

Abstract Multimedia technology has been advancing the development of second/foreign language learning over the past two decades. Multimedia input (e.g. text, images, audio, animation, and captions/subtitles) has been extensively investigated and applied as facilitative in second/foreign language education. The increasing recognition and application appear to call for a review of the studies investigating the effectiveness of various multimedia input modes for promoting second/foreign language learning to provide a contemporary and comprehensive picture of the field. Accordingly, the present study reviews 41 relevant articles appearing in SSCI journals while identifying five main types of tools used in the studies (i.e. computers, mobile devices, printed materials, audio players, and the integration of PowerPoint slides and stereo speakers) and four main target aspects (i.e. vocabulary knowledge, listening comprehension, reading comprehension, and grammar knowledge). Reported most frequently were the effectiveness of three features: audio-plus-animation-plus-captions/subtitles in developing vocabulary and grammar knowledge; audio-plus-animation in promoting listening comprehension; and text-plus-audio in facilitating reading comprehension. The reviewed articles collectively noted the need for more research on learner factors and influences of different features of multimedia input on learning outcomes and learning process.
Does handwriting impact learning on math tutoring systems?

pjaques@unisinos.br Abstract. Intelligent Tutoring Systems (ITSs) for Math still use traditional data input methods: computers’ keyboard and mouse. However, students usually solve math tasks using paper and pen. Therefore, the gap between the manner the students work and the requirements imposed by these typing-based systems expose students to an extraneous cognitive load, impairing their learning. Our study investigates the impact of the data input method on students’ learning and ﬂuency in solving equations using step-based math ITSs. More speciﬁcally, we have considered the standard typing and handwriting input methods. We hypothesized that the students would be more ﬂuent using their handwriting with online recognition to solve math equations than using the typing input method. This ﬂuency indicates a reduction in cognitive load, freeing working memory for logical reasoning instead of interface preconditions, leading to improved learning. We have conducted an experiment with 55 seventh-grade students from a private school to validate the hypothesis, randomly assigned to control and experimental groups. Each group used one of the input methods on two diﬀerent devices (desktop computers and tablets). Although students using handwriting solved more equations and were faster than students who typed their equations, we could not ﬁnd statistically signiﬁcant diﬀerences in the learning between students that used typing or handwriting. Additionally, we have found that the input method used in a not ideal device (e.g., handwriting with a computer’s mouse instead of using a touch screen device) can negatively aﬀect the students’
The Analysis of Human Feelings: A Practical Suggestion for a Robustness Test

Governments, multinational companies, and researchers today collect unprecedented amounts of data on human feelings. These data provide information on citizens' happiness, levels of customer satisfaction, employees' satisfaction, mental stress, societal trust, and other important variables. Yet a key scientific difficulty tends to be downplayed, or even ignored, by many users of such information. Human feelings are not measured in objective cardinal units. This paper aims to address some of the ensuing empirical challenges. It suggests an analytical way to approach the scientific complications of ordinal data. The paper describes a dichotomous-around-the-median (DAM) test, which, crucially, uses information only on direction within an ordering and deliberately discards the potentially unreliable statistical information in ordered data. Applying the proposed DAM approach, the paper demonstrates that it is possible to check and replicate some of the key conclusions of previous research—including earlier work on the effects upon human well-being of higher income.
Potential Power of the Pyramidal Structure IV: Discovery of Entanglement Due to Pyramid Effects

Since October 2007, we have been conducting rigorous scientific research on the unexplained “power” of a pyramidal structure (PS). From our research results so far, we could classify pyramid effects by the PS into the following two types: (i) the pyramid effects due to the potential power of the PS and (ii) the pyramid effects due to the influence of the test subject meditating inside the PS. We have been using edible cucumber sections as the biosensors. The pyramid effect existence was clarified by measuring and analyzing the concentration of volatile components released from the biosensors. The biosensors were arranged as a pair: one member of the pair was placed at the PS apex and the other was placed at the calibration control point 8.0 m away from the PS. In this paper, we report a new discovery regarding the type (i) pyramid effects. We discovered a phenomenon considered to be entanglement between the biosensor pairs detecting the pyramid effects. In other words, the biosensors at the PS apex, which were affected by the potential power of the PS, affected the biosensors at the calibration control point. We also confirmed that the effects on the biosensors placed at the calibration control point were not due to the potential power of the PS. Furthermore, we showed that the magnitude of the effect of entanglement changed with the seasons. We expect that our research results will be widely accepted in the future and will become the foundation for a new research field in science, with a wide range of applications.
STL Decomposition of Time Series Can Benefit Forecasting Done by Statistical Methods but Not by Machine Learning Ones

This paper aims at comparing different forecasting strategies combined with the STL decomposition method. STL is a versatile and robust time series decomposition method. The forecasting strategies we consider are as follows: three statistical methods (ARIMA, ETS, and Theta), five machine learning methods (KNN, SVR, CART, RF, and GP), and two versions of RNNs (CNN-LSTM and ConvLSTM). We conduct the forecasting test on six horizons (1, 6, 12, 18, and 24 months). Our results show that, when applied to monthly industrial M3 Competition data as a preprocessing step, STL decomposition can benefit forecasting using statistical methods but harms the machine learning ones. Moreover, the STL-Theta combination method displays the best forecasting results on four over the five forecasting horizons.
Service-learning as a Strategy to Promote Global Citizenship in Indonesia

The problem behind this research is service-learning usefulness as a strategy to promote global citizenship at universities in Indonesia. The methodology used in this research is a qualitative type of phenomenology. The research subjects were students involved in the Student Executive Board or Badan Eksekutif Mahasiswa (BEM) organization from eight different campuses in the Special Region of Yogyakarta or Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta (DIY). The research results show two findings, 1) service-learning in student organizations can promote global citizenship values, and 2) service-learning in student organizations can improve industrial skills. Thus, this study concluded that student organizations in higher education could be a place to promote global citizenship and improve industrial revolution 4.0 skills among students. Therefore, the recommendation in this study is for further researchers to research by emphasizing learning outcomes that focus on the level of numbers and readiness to face the industrial revolution, which includes the ability to adopt values ​​and nature as Indonesian people and as citizens of the world.