Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Overview of the Current Literature on the Most Common Neurological Diseases in Dogs with a Particular Focus on Rehabilitation

Simple Summary This paper aims to report an overview of the most common neurological diseases (intervertebral disc herniation, degenerative myelopathy, fibrocartilaginous embolism, and polyradiculoneuritis), with a main focus on rehabilitative options and outcomes, reported in recent veterinary literature. Literature seems to be positively oriented on the efficacy of the rehabilitation approach, reporting a careful and prudent choice of the protocol to be applied for the correct recovery of the patient. However, blinded, controlled, prospective studies are still necessary, above all for degenerative myelopathy, fibrocartilaginous embolism, and polyradiculoneuritis. Abstract Intervertebral disc herniation, degenerative myelopathy, fibrocartilaginous embolism and polyradiculoneuritis often affect dogs; and physiotherapy may improve the patient’s quality of life and/or reduce recovery times. The aim of this review was to evaluate the current scientific outcomes on these four neurological diseases and on their physiotherapy approaches. From the analysis of the published articles, it emerged that intervertebral disc herniation can be treated, with different rates of success, through a conservative or a surgical approach followed by physiotherapy. The literature is generally oriented toward the efficacy of the rehabilitation approach in this specific canine disease, often proposing intensive post-surgery physiotherapy for the most severe conditions with the absence of deep pain perception. When degenerative myelopathy, fibrocartilaginous embolism or polyradiculoneuritis occur, the existing literature supports the use of a physiotherapeutic approach: allowing a delay in the onset and worsening of the clinical signs in degenerative myelopathy, physical improvement, and, sometimes, complete remission during fibrocartilaginous embolism or acute idiopathic polyradiculoneuritis. However, papers on rehabilitation in dogs affected by polyradiculoneuritis are currently limited to single clinical cases and further blinded, controlled, prospective studies are still advisable for all four neurological diseases.
Review of Electrical Machine Diagnostic Methods Applicability in the Perspective of Industry 4.0

Abstract Digitalization of the industrial sector and Industry 4.0 have opened new horizons in many technical fields, including electrical machine diagnostics and operation, as well as machine condition monitoring. This paper addresses a selection of electrical machine diagnostics methods that are applicable for the use in the perspective of Industry 4.0, to be used in hand with cloud environments and the possibilities granted by the Internet of Things. The need for further research and development in the field is pointed out. Some potentially applicable future approaches are presented.
The Construction Path and Protection Measures of Wetland Park from the Perspective of National Participation in the New Era

In order to study many problems, such as unreasonable wetland protection, development, and utilization, resulting in a large reduction of wetland area, and so on, with the rise of the construction and research upsurge of the municipal wetland park, a method of wetland park construction path and protection measures based on the perspective of the new era of national participation was proposed. This method takes the construction of urban wetland parks as the research object, starts with the actual demand for wetland parks from the perspective of urban residents’ health in the new era, and discusses the construction path and related protection measures of wetland parks from the perspective of national participation. The results show that urban wetland park is an important green infrastructure in the region. In addition, it should have elastic adaptability, complex benefits, and special regional characteristics, to create an elastic dynamic system that can adapt to changes in planning and design, improve social public service functions, set up public access points, stimulate media benefits, and integrate regional characteristics.
2-vector bundles, D-branes and Frobenius Manifolds

We show that if $M$ is a Frobenius manifold of dimension $n$ such that $T_{x} M$ is semisimple for every $x \in M$, then there exists a canonical 2-vector bundle $\mathcal{B}$ over $M$ of rank $n$. This 2-vector bundle encodes the information about the maximal category of $D$-branes associated to the open closed topological field theories defined by the Frobenius algebras $T_{x} M$. In particular this construction answers a conjecture of Graeme Segal in~\cite{segal07:_what_is_ellip_objec}. We also explain the relation of the labels of the $D$-branes to Azumaya algebras and twisted vector bundles on the spectral cover $S$ of $M$.
Polynomial families of tautological classes on $\mathcal{M}_{g,n}^{rt}$

We study classes $P_{g,T}(\alpha;\beta)$ on the moduli space of stable, genus g curves with rational tails defined by pushing forward the virtual fundamental classes of spaces of relative stable maps to an unparameterized projective line. A comparison with classes $Q_{g,T}$ arising from sections of the universal Jacobian shows the classes $P_{g,T}(\alpha;\beta)$ are polynomial in the parts of the partitions indexing the special ramification data. Virtual localization on moduli spaces of relative stable maps gives sufficient relations to compute the coefficients of these polynomials in various cases.
Comparison of Pedestrian Count Expansion Methods: Land Use Groups versus Empirical Clusters

Expansion factors based on the trends in long-term count data are useful tools for estimating daily, weekly, or annual volumes from short-term counts, but it is unclear how to differentiate locations by activity pattern. This paper compares two approaches to developing factor groups for hour-to-week pedestrian count expansion factors. The land use (LU) classification approach assumes that surrounding LUs affect the pedestrian activity at a location, and it is easy to apply to short-term count locations based on identifiable attributes of the site. The empirical clustering (EC) approach uses statistical methods to match locations based on the actual counts, which may produce more accurate volume estimates, but presents a challenge for determining which factor group to apply to a location. We found that both the LU and EC approaches provided better weekly pedestrian volume estimates than the single factor approach of taking the average of all locations. Further, the differences between LU and EC estimation errors were modest, so it may be beneficial to use the intuitive and practical LU approach. LU groupings can also be modified with insights from the EC results, thus improving estimates while maintaining the ease of application. Ideal times for short-term counts are during peak activity periods, as they generally produce estimates with fewer errors than off-peak periods. Weekly volume estimated from longer-duration counts (e.g., 12 h) is generally more accurate than estimates from shorter-duration counts (e.g., 2 h). Practitioners can follow this guidance to improve the quality of weekly pedestrian volume estimates.
Device characteristics of enhancement mode double heterostructure DH‐HEMT with boron‐doped GaN gate cap layer for full‐bridge inverter circuit

This paper reports a systematic theoretical study of Al0.23Ga0. 77N/GaN/AlxGa1‐xN double‐heterojunction high electron mobility transistors (DH‐HEMTs) with a boron‐doped GaN cap layer under the gate. Boron containing GaN is a desired replacement for Schottky gate in DH‐HEMT to improve the resistivity and surface qualities of GaN cap with good structural properties, and the influence of polarization field in the GaN cap layer can be used to lift up the conduction band for normally OFF operation of the device. This study shows that the B‐doped GaN cap layer offers excellent device characteristics such as high threshold voltage VT of 1.92 V, steep subthreshold slope of ~ 72 mV/dec, high ON/OFF drain current ratio of ~ 107, extremely low subthreshold drain current Ids,LL ~ 10−9 A/mm, and low gate leakage current, Igs,LL less than 10−15 A/mm. For an Al0.07Ga0. 93N back‐barrier/buffer, a high OFF‐state breakdown voltage (VBR,OFF) of 865 V is achieved at Ids = 1 mA/mm and Vgs = 0 V with substrate grounded and gate‐to‐drain distance and gate field plate length of 10 and 5 μm, respectively. The simulated high VT and VBR,OFF values are achieved due to the presence of increased back‐barrier height of the AlxGa1‐xN buffer and high Schottky barrier between the Boron‐doped GaN cap and gate metal. Finally, a DC to AC full‐bridge inverter circuit is designed to evaluate the benefit of B‐doped DH‐HEMTs based switching devices for an ultra‐low‐loss inverter circuit.
The Risk of Avascular Necrosis Following the Stabilization of Femoral Neck Fractures: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Background: Avascular necrosis (AVN) of the femoral head often requires surgical treatment and is often associated with femoral neck fractures. We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of recent research on the risk of AVN following the stabilization of fractured femoral neck with implants in PubMed. We assessed the effect of age on AVN incidence among patients aged > 50 and younger, depending on fracture type, Garden stage, Pouwels degree, Delbet stage, and age category. We followed PRISMA guidelines. Relevant studies were defined as research articles describing real-world studies reporting on the risk of AVN following primary surgical fracture stabilization with implants, published between 1 January 2011 and 22 April 2021. Fifty-two papers met the inclusion criteria, with a total of N = 5930 with surgically managed fractures. The pooled mean AVN incidence was significantly higher among patients with displaced fractures (20.7%; 95% CI: 12.8–28.5%) vs. those with undisplaced fractures (4.7%; 95% CI: 3.4–6.0%). No significant correlation was observed between AVN incidence weighted by sample size and time interval from injury to surgery (p = 0.843, R2 = 0.01). In conclusion, the risk of AVN following femoral neck fractures was generally high, especially in patients with displaced fractures. The time from injury to surgery did not correlate with AVN incidence.
Teacher-Utilization in Teacher Training Colleges in the Volta Region of Ghana

The study investigated teacher-utilization in teacher training colleges in the Volta Region of Ghana. 1 wo hundred and four respondents completed the questionnaire and the interview guide on the mode of teacher utilization. It was found that the teaching load of majority of teachers in teacher training colleges in the Volta Region was below the minimum norm of 16.7 hours per week set by Ghana Education Service. Also, all the teachers spent more time on their teaching-related activities. Again, it was found that teachers with administrative responsibilities and those without administrative responsibilities differed in their rates of utilization though not significantly. However, considering teaching-related activities, majority of the teachers worked for more than the maximum of 40 hours per week. It is recommended that the present minimum load of 16.7 hours per teacher per week be reviewed because estimates given by respondents for teaching-related activities ranged between 45-90 hours per week.
Comparing the Effects of Differential Learning, Self-Controlled Feedback, and External Focus of Attention Training on Biomechanical Risk Factors of Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) in Athletes: A Randomized Controlled Trial

The current study aimed to compare the possible effects of differential learning strategy, self-controlled feedback, and external focus of attention on kinetic and kinematic risk factors of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury in athletes. Forty-eight male athletes from three sports of handball, volleyball and basketball were selected for this study and were randomly divided into four groups: differential learning (n = 12), self-control feedback (n = 12), external focus (n = 12), and control (n = 12) group. All groups followed the intervention for eight weeks with three sessions per week. Data were analyzed by means of 4 × 2 repeated measures ANOVA followed by post hoc comparison (Bonferroni) at the significance level of p ≤ 0.05. A significant group × time interaction and the main effect of time was found for most kinetic and kinematic variables. The main effect of the group was significant only at the knee abduction angle. Differential learning and external focus of attention methods positively reduced the kinetic and kinematic variables that are considered risk factors for ACL injury. However, the effect sizes (Cohen’s d) for the changes in most of the variables were larger for the differential learning group. Tailoring the boundary conditions that are based on the manipulations created in the exercise through variability and variety of movements associated with differential learning methods rather than repeating movements could reduce the risk of ACL injury.
Adolescents' Contraceptive Uptake in Ethiopia: A Meta-Analysis

Introduction Ethiopia has made significant efforts to enhance family planning services despite variations in the community's use of modern contraception in different parts of the country. Various studies have reported the proportion and determinant factors of adolescents' contraceptive uptake in Ethiopia. These studies are not consistent in terms of size, scope, and geographic coverage, and the results need to be systematically collated to inform policies. Therefore, this review was aimed at analyzing the findings of those primary studies to obtain more representative evidence of adolescents' contraceptive uptake in Ethiopia. Methods Five databases (MEDLINE via PubMed, Google Scholar, Scopus, ScienceDirect, and CINAHL) were searched for papers published from January 2000 up to June 2022 in English. Of thirty eligible studies, eight papers were included in this meta-analysis. Between-study heterogeneity was evaluated by the forest plot and inconsistency index (I2). A random-effects model was used to calculate the pooled estimates of adolescents' contraceptive uptake. Results The overall pooled proportion of adolescents' contraceptive uptake was 40% (I2 = 99.70, p ≤ 0.001; 95%CI = 19, 61). Adolescents' usage of contraception was influenced by a number of factors: individual-, sociocultural-, knowledge- (about contraceptive methods), and healthcare service-related factors. Individual-related factors include the educational status of adolescents, being of young age, and the income status of adolescents' families. Sociocultural-related factors comprise discussion with the family/relatives, parent disapproval and pressure from partners, and being married or having a partner. Healthcare service-related factors include the availability of youth clubs and inconvenient service hours for SRH services. Knowing contraceptive methods and SRH services was also positively associated with adolescents' contraceptive utilization. Conclusions The proportion of adolescents who used contraception in Ethiopia was 40%. Adolescents' use of contraceptives was influenced by a variety of factors: individual-, sociocultural-, healthcare-, and knowledge-related factors. Hence, integrated interventions targeted at tackling barriers to contraceptive uptake may be helpful to improve adolescents' contraceptive utilization in Ethiopia.
Obstetric Complications in Women from Sub-Saharan Africa—A Cross-Sectional Study

Aim: The aim of this study was to identify and compare birthing complications in women originating from countries where they are at risk (may become victims) of FGM with those of Spanish women, all having given birth from 2012 to 2015 at the “Virgen de la Arrixaca” University Clinical Hospital in Murcia, Spain. Methods: A transversal, observational, quantitative study was carried out, retrospectively, comparing 245 sub-Saharan women originating from countries where FGM is practiced with 490 Spanish women, in terms of obstetric complications. Data collection was performed via electronic clinical records. Results: The sub-Saharan women presented higher rates of intrapartum and emergency caesareans, intense postpartum haemorrhages, concurrent episiotomies and tears (2nd and 3rd degree), failed inductions, and non-progressive labours, and a more severe risk of foetal distress when compared with Spanish women. Conclusions: The fact that the sub-Saharan women originating from countries where FGM is practiced presented a greater number of birthing complications than the Spanish women proves the need for Spanish healthcare professionals to receive training towards cultural competency acquisition, in order to provide a multidisciplinary approach, with standardized action protocols focused fundamentally on prevention.
Rain rates, drop size information, and precipitation type, obtained from one‐way differential propagation phase and attenuation along a microwave link

We report measurements of total path differential phase along a 23 km microwave link in northwest England, in addition to measurements of total path attenuation at 17.6 GHz and 12.8 GHz, with the latter at both horizontal and vertical polarizations. Since the differential phase measurements are one‐way, they do not contain backscatter differential phase (unlike radar measurements of differential phase). We show that differential phase is sensitive to atmospheric effects, but that it can help identify both snow and sleet (a mixture of melting particles and rain) near the ground. Additionally, we found that it gave unexpectedly accurate path‐averaged rain rates. We also report measurements from a second, 15 km, link operating at 22.9 GHz and 14.1 GHz. There is evidence from this link, which had no topographic constraints on its beam width, that differential phase can be affected by interference possibly caused by scattering from the terrain. The measurements give some information about the path‐average drop size distribution being experienced by the link.
Are Health Literacy and Physical Literacy Independent Concepts? A Gender-Stratified Analysis in Medical School Students from Croatia

Health literacy (HL) and physical literacy (PL) are concepts responsible for achieving and maintaining positive health behaviors. This study aimed to investigate gender-specific associations: (i) between PL and HL; and (ii) among HL, PL, and body composition. We observed 253 students attending health-area high schools from southern Croatia (181 girls; 16.9 ± 1.4 years). HL was assessed by the European Health Literacy Survey Questionnaire, PL by the PLAYself questionnaire, and body composition by bioimpedance analysis. The t-test was used to assess the differences between genders, and Pearson’s correlation coefficients were calculated to establish the associations between variables. The results showed a similar level of HL (t-test = 0.2; p = 0.83) and PL (t-test = 0.01; p = 0.99) in boys and girls. Significant but small correlations were identified between HL and PL only in the girls (<10% of common variance). The body composition indices were significantly correlated with PL only in the boys (15–20% of common variance). Our research highlights the necessity of the independent evaluation of HL and PL in adolescence. Further studies evaluating other indices of health status in relation to PL and HL are warranted.
Cataloging Quality and the Views of Catalogers in Hellenic Academic Libraries

Abstract This study focuses on cataloging quality and how it is defined by information professionals, specifically university library catalogers. Although there is no single and objective definition of ‘cataloging quality,’ research aims to specify its core characteristics. The goal is to define the modern cataloging environment, as well as the tools and opportunities it provides, and to improve the success of academic library services for both professional catalogers and users, who are the final consumers of the information. Regarding methodology, a sample survey was chosen. The survey results revealed that the quality of cataloging is determined by several factors, including technical features of the data, adherence to standards, the cataloging process, user satisfaction, and the development of a general quality culture.
The Influence of Digital Transformation of Foreign Trade Enterprises on Their Business Performance

In the context of digital economy, the international trade mode has undergone profound changes, so digital transformation has become the key to the sustainable development of foreign trade enterprises. In this paper, by collecting the data of 27 foreign trade enterprises listed in Shanghai and Shenzhen A shares from 2010 to 2020 and adopting the method of full text identification of enterprise comprehensive financial reports to quantify the intensity of enterprise digital transformation, the influence of digital transformation of foreign trade enterprises on the main business performance and the effect of two mediating variables of internal control and innovation ability of enterprises were studied. The result shows that the digital transformation of foreign trade enterprises has a significant role in promoting their main business performance. From the mechanism of action, digital transformation promotes the overall improvement of the main business performance of enterprises by improving the internal management of enterprises and enhancing the mediating role of enterprise innovation ability. Finally, from the perspectives of government and enterprises, some suggestions were put forward for foreign trade enterprises to choose the development path of digital transformation.
Supporting late graduates, GED earners, and non-completers through the transition into postsecondary and the labor market

Abstract The transition out of adolescence signals a period of increasing personal and social responsibility. For many this means entering postsecondary or the labor market. Previous research has demonstrated that youth who do not finish high school in four years have less favorable postsecondary and labor outcomes. However, few studies compare the postsecondary and labor market outcomes within the group of students who do not finish high school in four years. The current study uses 12 years of linked-administrative data from Maryland to present the first statewide analyses comparing postsecondary and labor market outcomes for on-time graduates, GED earners, non-completers, and late graduates. The results describe an under-researched and underserved group of vulnerable students, with implications for supporting students during high school to improve the postsecondary and labor market transition.