Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
The influence of the ethno-territorial factor on the state of physical abilities development of students of Ukrainian educational institutions

Background and Study Aim. The development of motor skills depends on the process of physical development, as well as the ethno-territorial and cultural context. The study of inter-ethnic differences can provide information about how different lifestyles and contexts of physical activity can influence the process of motor competence development. This can be a real strategy for developing students’ lagging basic motor skills. The purpose of the work is to investigate the ethno-territorial variability of the level of development of physical abilities of students studying at Ukrainian universities. Material and Methods. Data were obtained from cross-sectional surveys from 2014 to 2019. Students of Ivano-Frankivsk National Medical University (Ukraine) (young men, n = 488, age 18–25) from different countries were recruited. Pedagogical testing was carried out using a battery of tests that were recommended by the State Tests of Physical Fitness of the Population of Ukraine and the European Sports Council (Evrofit Test Battery). Assessment of physical fitness of students was carried out on the basis of a combined percentage scale of multi-level gradation with a step of 1%. Experimental data were processed using the SPSS Statistics 17.0 program. Results. In almost all countries (with the exception of India and Tunisia), from 41.2% to 70.0% of students are characterized by a low level of development of cardiorespiratory endurance and speed-power fitness (from 54.4% to 58.3%). More than 50.0% of students from Jordan and Egypt have a low level of speed and strength abilities and flexibility. It was found that students from India and Tunisia have the highest rates (endurance - 75.5–80.8%); from China and Tunisia (speed-power abilities - from 69.1% to 78.8%); from Tunisia (speed –79.8%); from China and Tunisia (flexibility -70%); test participants completed the test; from China (power capacity – 76.7%). Students from European countries showed mostly average and above average level of development of physical abilities. Conclusions. The results of the study indicate the specificity of the development of motor skills of students from different countries, which is manifested in statistically significant differences in the results of test tasks. Students from different countries perform better on those tests that are closer to their known motor experience. This is due to the cultural environment, geographical factor, socio-economic status, as well as the content and goals of the physical education program.
The Effects of the ACTIVE VALUES Program on Psychosocial Aspects and Executive Functions

The main objective of this study was to implement an educational program named ACTIVE VALUES and to analyse the psychosocial and cognitive effects of its application. It is a quasi-experimental repeated measures research with a non-randomised experimental group (EG) and a control group (CG). The sample consisted of 102 students in the 6th grade of primary school, aged between 11 and 13 years (M = 11.59; SD = 0.60), and 4 teachers aged between 27 and 52 years (M = 38.5). The intervention program lasted 4 months, in which the EG implemented a teaching methodology based on the incorporation of classroom-based physical activity (CB-PA) in the structure of the Teaching for Personal and Social Responsibility (TPSR) model to develop personal and social values in students, as well as to reduce children’s sedentary behaviour in the classroom in different educational areas (e.g., mathematics, Spanish language, social sciences and natural sciences), while the CG used a conventional methodology based on direct instruction. The main results found show significant improvements in intrinsic motivation variables (including intrinsic motivation for achievement, stimulating experiences and knowledge), self-determination index, autonomy, relatedness, psychological mediators index, personal and social responsibility, teacher climate, intention to be physically active and executive functions in the EG, while amotivation values increased in the CG. In conclusion, interdisciplinary educational programs based on the combination of pedagogical models and active methodologies are postulated as methodological alternatives to achieve an integral and multilateral development of children and adolescents, as well as to improve the different learning domains of physical education, such as cognitive, social and motor. It is recommended that future research should consider longitudinal designs with mixed methods and follow-up data to assess learning retention, as well as larger samples and the measurement of a greater number of executive functions (e.g., inhibitory control and attention).
A Laboratory-Based Study on Multiple Biomarker Testing in the Diagnosis of COVID-19-Associated Pulmonary Aspergillosis (CAPA): Real-Life Data

(1) Background: Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)-associated pulmonary aspergillosis (CAPA) raises concerns to contribute to an increased mortality. The incidence of CAPA varies widely within hospitals and countries, partly because of difficulties in obtaining a reliable diagnosis. (2) Methods: Here, we assessed Aspergillus culture-positive and culture-negative respiratory tract specimens via direct fungal microscopy (gold standard) and compared the results with galactomannan enzyme immunoassay (GM-EIA) and Aspergillus PCR. (3) Results: 241 respiratory samples from patients suffering from SARS-CoV-2 pneumonia were evaluated. Results showed both diagnostic tools, Aspergillus PCR and GM-EIA, to be positive or negative displaying a sensitivity of 0.90, a specificity of 0.77, a negative predictive value (NPV) of 0.95, and a positive predictive value (PPV) of 0.58 in Aspergillus sp. culture and microscopic-positive specimens. Non-bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) samples, obtained within a few days from the same patient, showed a high frequency of intermittent positive or negative GM-EIA or Aspergillus PCR results. Positivity of a single biomarker is insufficient for a proper diagnosis. A broad spectrum of Aspergillus species was detected. (4) Conclusions: Our study highlights the challenges of combined biomarker testing as part of diagnosing CAPA. From the results presented, we highly recommend the additional performance of direct microscopy in respiratory specimens to avoid overestimation of fungal infections by applying biomarkers.
A Model for SIRTF Galaxy Counts

A class of simple models is developed in which the rate of galaxy mergers drives the evolution of infrared galaxies. SIRTF galaxy counts will constrain these models and may provide physical insights beyond earlier density and luminosity evolution models. The premise is that Press-Schechter structure formation drives density evolution, which in turn drives luminosity evolution. An overview is given of the astrophysics toolbox that mediates this formalism and the observations, including starburst fading, active galactic nuclei, and dust. Application to the MIPS (Multiband Imaging Photometer for SIRTF) bandpasses is illustrated here.
Refined discrete quadrilateral degenerated shell element by using Timoshenko's beam function

A refined discrete degenerated 20‐DOF quadrilateral shell element RQS20 is proposed. The exact displacement function of the Timoshenko's beam is used as the displacement on the element boundary. The re‐constitute method for shear strain matrix is adopted. The proposed element can be used for the analysis of both moderately thick and thin plates/shells, and the convergence for the very thin case can be ensured theoretically. Numerical examples presented show that the new model indeed possesses higher accuracy in the analysis of thin and thick plates/shells, and that it can pass the patch test required for the Kirchhoff thin plate elements. Most important of all, it is free from the membrane and shear locking phenomena for extremely thin plates/shells, on the one hand, and it can also avoid the phenomenon of oscillatory solutions for thick plates/shells case on the other. Copyright © 2005 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
Pengungkapan Emisi Karbon Terhadap Nilai Perusahan dengan Media Exposure Sebagai Variabel Moderasi

ABSTRACT The purpose of this study is to analyze the effect of carbon emission disclosure on firm value with media exposure as a moderating variable. Populations in this study are 50 industrial sector companies listed in Indonesian stock exchange on 2019-2020. Samples in this study are 40 companies. The sampling method used in this study is purposive sampling and 80 observation data met the sampling criteria. Data analysis method used in this study is Moderated Regression analysis (MRA) using SPSS 26. The result in this study showed that Carbon emission disclosure had significant and positive impact on firm value. Media exposure is not moderating variable of emission carbon disclosure on firm value. This study expected to be a base of consideration for investors in making investment decisions, in industrial sector company especially. ABSTRAK Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk menganalisis pengaruh pengungkapan emisi karbon terhadap nilai perusahaan dengan paparan media sebagai variabel moderasi. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah 50 perusahaan sektor industri yang terdaftar di Bursa Efek Indonesia pada tahun 2019-2020. Sampel dalam penelitian ini sebanyak 40 perusahaan. Metode pengambilan sampel yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah purposive sampling dan 80 data observasi memenuhi kriteria sampling. Metode analisis data yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah Moderated Regression analysis (MRA) dengan menggunakan program SPSS 26. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa pengungkapan emisi karbon berpengaruh signifikan dan positif terhadap nilai perusahaan. Paparan media tidak mampu memoderasi hubungan antara pengungkapan emisi karbon terhadap nilai perusahaan. Penelitian ini diharapkan menjadi dasar pertimbangan bagi investor dalam mengambil keputusan investasi, khususnya pada perusahaan sektor industri.
Gender as a determinant of coaches’ legal duties towards athletes accomplishment in Edo State

The study examined gender as a determinant of coaches’ practice of legal duties towards athletes in Edo State. The population of the study comprised of 187 coaches in Edo State. The multistage sampling technique was used to draw the 100 coaches that were selected as the sample for this study. A Situational Judgment Test (SJT) was the instrument applied. The research instrument was validated and its reliability was tested using the Alpha statistic and reliability of 0.67 was obtained as reliability coefficient. The Fisher’s exact test gave a p-value of 0.136, leading to the conclusion that there was no significant difference in coaches’ practice of legal duties towards athletes based on their gender. The null hypothesis was therefore retained. It was concluded that that men are not more likely to take reasonable care of the athletes due to their preference for coaching roles. As a result, more women should be given the opportunity to coach since gender does not determine the practice of legal duties towards athletes.
Randomly forced CGL equation: stationary measures and the inviscid limit

We study a complex Ginzburg–Landau (CGL) equation perturbed by a random force which is white in time and smooth in the space variable x. Assuming that dim x ≤ 4, we prove that this equation has a unique solution and discuss its asymptotic in time properties. Next we consider the case when the random force is proportional to the square root of the viscosity and study the behaviour of stationary solutions as the viscosity goes to zero. We show that, under this limit, a subsequence of solutions in question converges to a nontrivial stationary process formed by global strong solutions of the nonlinear Schrodinger equation.
NAD Supplement Alleviates Intestinal Barrier Injury Induced by Ethanol Via Protecting Epithelial Mitochondrial Function

Background: The epithelial tight junction is an important intestinal barrier whose disruption can lead to the release of harmful intestinal substances into the circulation and cause damage to systemic injury. The maintenance of intestinal epithelial tight junctions is closely related to energy homeostasis and mitochondrial function. Nicotinamide riboside (NR) is a NAD booster that can enhance mitochondrial biogenesis in liver. However, whether NR can prevent ethanol-induced intestinal barrier dysfunction and the underlying mechanisms remain unclear. Methods: We applied the mouse NIAAA model (chronic plus binge ethanol feeding) and Caco-2 cells to explore the effects of NR on ethanol-induced intestinal barrier dysfunction and the underlying mechanisms. NAD homeostasis and mitochondrial function were measured. In addition, knockdown of SirT1 in Caco-2 cells was further applied to explore the role of SirT1 in the protection of NR. Results: We found that ethanol increased intestinal permeability, increased the release of LPS into the circulation and destroyed the intestinal epithelial barrier structure in mice. NR supplementation attenuated intestinal barrier injury. Both in vivo and in vitro experiments showed that NR attenuated ethanol-induced decreased intestinal tight junction protein expressions and maintained NAD homeostasis. In addition, NR supplementation activated SirT1 activity and increased deacetylation of PGC-1α, and reversed ethanol-induced mitochondrial dysfunction and mitochondrial biogenesis. These effects were diminished with the knockdown of SirT1 in Caco-2 cells. Conclusion: Boosting NAD by NR alleviates ethanol-induced intestinal epithelial barrier damage via protecting mitochondrial function in a SirT1-dependent manner.
Youths’ Perceptions on The Attributes of Sarawak State Library, Sibu

A public library is where valuable information or materials are maintained and preserved, whether in printed or electronic form. In the general public’s view, a library is no longer just a storage facility for books. It has evolved into an integrated community centre that offers a variety of events. In recent years, Malaysian public libraries have been working on constructing a better library with an ideal interior environment in line with those in other developed countries. However, the success of the public library design will depend on the users themselves. This is due to the fact that certain perceptions exist, and each perception may be different from one user to the others when using the public library. In addition, this also extends to the public library, whether its design meets the needs of the users or not. Thus, Sarawak State Library located at Sibu is chosen as it has been observed that many users, particularly the youths, are utilising it. Therefore, this research aims to explore youths’ perceptions as users on the attributes of Sarawak State Library, Sibu. This qualitative research was conducted through laddering interviews using purposive sampling. With that, content analysis method was applied to analyse all the data gathered from sixty respondents. A total of eleven attributes are identified namely quietness, good environment, many books, free Wi-Fi, comfortable furniture, good lighting, charging ports, air-conditioning, spacious, computer, and window views. Meanwhile, five rationales governing the youths’ perceptions are derived from the eleven identified attributes, including good outcome, achievement, future assurance, sense of well-being, and health. The findings obtained from this research will help to provide insights for architects or designers in developing a better and more successful public library environment.
The honorific styles of the etnolinguistic communities: An ethnography

The purpose of this descriptive-qualitative study with ethnographic design was to explore the extant honorific styles of the identified ethnolinguistic communities. Data from 37 selected participants from the Mandaya, Kagan, and Mansaka Tribes of Tagum City who took part in the KII and FGD interview using validated qualitative interview guide pointed to insight. Based on the analyses of data, the findings reveal the existence of the following appellative honorifics: Kinship, Sub-kinship, Rank, Aged, Professional, No Naming, and Identity Honorifics in the Mandaya, Kagan, and Mansaka Tribes of Tagum City. Moreover, it is also found that bound morpheme markers such as ma, dag, da, pyag, an, gi, on, ka, di, and ba exist in the dialects of the ethnolinguistic communities which describe and define the person’s characteristics and abilities in the honorific styles.
Gradients in Auxiliary Selection with Intransitive Verbs.

The primary purpose of this study is to present evidence, based on experimental data from Western European languages, that there is orderly variation in the choice of perfective auxiliary with intransitive verbs. Specifically, auxiliary selection is sensitive to a hierarchy of aspectual/thematic verb types: some verbs require a given auxiliary categorically, whereas others allow both auxiliaries to a greater or lesser extent depending on their position on the hierarchy. It is argued that this gradience has potentially important implications for the UNACCUSATIVE HYPOTHESIS, and more generally for theories of the lexicon-syntax interface.
Secondary sclerosing cholangitis and IgG4-sclerosing cholangitis – A review of cholangiographic and ultrasound imaging

Sclerosing cholangitis (SC) represents a spectrum of chronic progressive cholestatic diseases of the intrahepatic and/or extrahepatic biliary system characterized by patchy inflammation, fibrosis, and stricturing. Primary and secondary SC must be distinguished given the different treatment modalities, risks of malignancy, and progression to portal hypertension, cirrhosis, and hepatic failure. This review focuses on secondary SC and the pathogenic mechanisms, risk factors, clinical presentation, and novel imaging modalities that help to distinguish between these conditions. We explore the detailed use of cholangiography and ultrasound imaging techniques.
Deconvolution of MODIS imagery using multiscale maximum entropy

A multiscale maximum entropy method (MEM) for image deconvolution is implemented and applied to MODIS (moderate resolution imaging spectroradiometer) data to remove instrument point-spread function (PSF) effects. The implementation utilizes three efficient computational methods: a fast Fourier transform convolution, a wavelet image decomposition and an algorithm for gradient method step-size estimation that together enable rapid image deconvolution. Multiscale entropy uses wavelet transforms to implicitly include an image's two-dimensional structural information into the algorithm's entropy calculation. An evaluation using synthetic data shows that the deconvolution algorithm reduces the maximum individual pixel error from 90.01 to 0.34%. Deconvolution of MODIS data is shown to resolve significant features and is most effective in regions where there are large changes in radiance such as coastal zones or contrasting land covers.
Evaluation of Medical Staff Satisfaction for Workplace Architecture in Temporary COVID-19 Hospital: A Case Study in Gdańsk, Poland

This article analyses the architecture that was used in the temporary AmberExpo hospital in Gdańsk, Poland which was installed during the COVID-19 pandemic. The construction of this type of facility is often based on experimental approaches, aimed at caring for patients suffering from an infectious disease in emergency conditions. In order to assess the level of employee satisfaction with the architectural and technical elements used in the first period of the hospital’s activity, medical staff were asked to fill out a questionnaire. The analysis of the survey’s results indicated that the majority of employees expressed satisfaction with the architectural and technical elements, with the design of the spatial layout of the individual medical zones receiving the most positive feedback. However, frequently selected drawbacks in the design included the lack of natural daylight, the artificial light that was used and the acoustics of the facility. This detailed examination of the satisfaction and feedback from medical employees working in this type of emergency facility enables the development of solutions that in the future will allow for the improved adaptive reuse and implementation of such structures, with enhanced time and economic efficiency, and most importantly, the ability to provide a safer workplace.
Pattern recognition: the effect of exercise performance modes on the effectiveness of teaching the vault to 8-year-old boys

Background and Study Aim. The study purpose was to determine the effect of exercise performance modes on the effectiveness of teaching the vault to 8-year-old boys. Materials and methods. The study participants were 32 boys aged 8 who were divided into 4 groups of 8 pesons. The children and their parents were informed about all the features of the study and gave their consent to participate in the experiment. The pedagogical experiment investigated the effect of the number of sets (х1), the number of repetitions in a set (х2), and a 60-second rest time on the change in the gain in the level of proficiency of 8-year-old boys in straddle vault over the buck. A method of algorithmic instructions was used in the training. The participants proceeded to the next exercise after three successful attempts. Results. Statistical analysis of the significance of the discriminant functions showed that the first function explains 81.2% of the data variation and has a high canonical correlation value (r = 0.751). The first function has a high discriminative ability (λ = 0.332, p < 0.021) and can be used to classify the modes of physical exercise performance in the process of formation of motor skills. Conclusions. The use of multivariate statistics makes it possible to determine the structure of the training program, confirm the effectiveness of the selection of motor tasks, and classify the modes of physical exercise performance during the training process. The best mode of physical exercise performance in teaching the vault to 8-year-old boys is 12 sets of 3 repetitions with a rest time of 60 seconds.
Computational simulation of second order motion perception

Physiological studies have provided clear evidence of neurons sensitive to second-order motion, and first-order motion mechanisms are blind to second-order motion. In this paper, we propose a computational simulation of second order motion perception, which bases on energy-based detector with a preceded nonlinear process called texture grabber. Generally, a texture grabber consists of a linear spatial filter, a linear temporal filter and a nonlinear transform, such as full-wave rectification. Here Difference of Gaussians (DoG) functions are used as the spatial filters, and Difference of Gammas (DoGamma) functions are chosen as the temporal filters. A series of experiments are computed and the results confirm that our motion perception system detects second-order motion correctly.
The interaction of two opposing plane turbulent wall jets

An experimental study was made of the interaction produced by the collision, in still air, of two diametrically opposed plane turbulent wall jets. Distributions of time-average velocity, longitudinal turbulence and static pressure on the wall were measured. Simple universal relations giving the position of interaction and the maximum wall static pressure are deduced from the measurements and are explained in terms of the ‘frozen-flow’ concept. There is little or no loss of momentum due to mixing in the interaction process. The free jet that results from the interaction has the same velocity distribution as a conventionally generated two-dimensional free jet, but its rate of spread and turbulence level are about three times larger.