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4273 Systematic Consumption Risk in Currency Returns

We sort currencies by countries’ consumption growth over the past four quarters. Currency portfolios of countries experiencing consumption booms have higher Sharpe ratios than those of countries going through a consumption-based recession. A carry strategy that goes short in countries that are in a consumption bust and goes long in countries with a consumption boom yields consistently positive excess returns. This excess return compensates for the risk of high negative returns in worldwide downturns. Our consumption carry factor prices the cross section of portfolios of currencies sorted on various characteristics (consumption, interest rates) and also does well on the cross section of bilateral currency movements. Eventually, a habit formation model allows to interpret these results: sorting currencies on past consumption growth is akin to sorting countries on risk aversion, and low (high) risk aversion currencies depreciate (appreciate) in times of global turmoil. JEL-Code: E440, F310, F440, G120, G150.
Impostor Phenomenon and Psychological Well-Being: The Moderating Roles of John Henryism and School Racial Composition Among Black College Students

The impostor phenomenon (IP), or erroneous cognitions of intellectual incompetence, is a risk factor for poor psychological adjustment among Black emerging adults. Grounded in Lazarus and Folkman’s Stress and Coping Framework, the current study investigated John Henryism’s active coping and institutional racial composition as moderators of the association between IP and indicators of psychological well-being among 266 Black students (77% women; Mage = 19.87) attending predominately White institutions (PWIs) and historically Black colleges/universities (HBCUs). Hierarchical moderation regression analyses revealed that IP was associated with decreases in well-being indicators among students attending PWIs and HBCUs. Moreover, students who attended PWIs and reported higher levels of John Henryism (+1 SD) were most vulnerable to increases in social anxiety, particularly at higher levels of IP. Results suggest that the interaction between IP, John Henrysim, and institutional racial composition may negatively influence psychological well-being. We discuss how these findings can be used to inform clinical and educational practices to best support Black college students.
Dyslipidemia and atherosclerotic carotid artery stenosis

Carotid artery atherosclerosis or stenosis is frequently present at the carotid bifurcation or the internal carotid artery, accounting for at least 20% of all ischemic strokes. High levels of serum total cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol are established risk factors for genesis and progression of atherosclerotic lesions through various mechanisms. In addition, accumulating evidence has shown that a high level of triglyceride is associated with increased atherosclerosis risks. The so-called “vulnerable plaque” with a large lipid core, thin fibrous cap and intra-plaque hemorrhage tends to cause subsequent thromboembolic ischemic events. Statins are known not only to lower serum cholesterol levels but also to promote plaque stabilization via pleiotropic effects such as reducing subclinical systemic inflammation, endothelial activation, leukocyte intra-plaque infiltration, and increasing intimal smooth muscle cell migration. This article discusses the mechanisms of atherosclerosis formation induced by dyslipidemia and the role of lipid-lowering agents including statins in patients with symptomatic and asymptomatic atherosclerotic carotid artery stenosis.
The Relationship between Inflation, Money Supply and Economic Growth in Ethiopia: Co integration and Causality Analysis

The Ethiopian Economy has the feature of low and stable inflation before the period 2002/03. However, in the post 2002/03 period continues rise in the prices level along with rapid economic growth has been emerged. On the basis of this situation, this study has examined the existing causal relationship between inflation and money supply and between inflation and economic growth in Ethiopia for the period 1970/71-2010/11.The Johansen co integration test indicates the presence of one co integrating vector and the VECM demonstrate that the existence of long run bi-directional causality between inflation and money supply and uni-directional causality from economic growth to inflation. In the short run one way causality were found from money supply and economic growth to inflation. Therefore, the key findings of the study are inflation is a monetary phenomenon in Ethiopia and inflation is negatively and significantly affected by economic growth.Thus, based on the results of the study, monetary policy should be planned to maintain price stability by controlling the growth of money supply in the economy. Also combined efforts should be made by policy maker to increase the supply of output so as to reduce the prices of goods and services and boost the growth of the economy.
ADVANCED WAVEFORM SIMULATION FOR SEISMIC MONITORING EVENTS

Abstract We conduct a detailed test of a recently developed technique, CAPloc, in recovering source parameters from a few stations against results from a large broadband network in Southern California. The method uses a library of 1D Green’s functions which are broken into segments and matched to waveform observations with adjustable timing shifts. These shifts can be established by calibration against a distribution of well-located earthquakes and assembled in tomographic images for predicting various phase-delays. Synthetics generated from 2D cross-sections through these models indicates that 1D synthetic waveforms are sufficient in modeling but simply shifted in time for most hard-rock sites. This simplification allows the source inversion for both mechanism and location to easily obtain by grid search. We test one-station mechanisms for 160 events against the array for both PAS and GSC which have data since 1960. While individual solutions work well (about 90%), joint solutions produce more reliable and defensible results. Inverting for both mechanism and location also works well except for certain complex paths across deep basins and along mountain ridges.
A Comparative Study of Cardiac Autonomic Function Indices among Young and Old Healthy Individuals of Western Rajasthan by Can W in

DOI: 10.21276/sjams.2018. 6.6. 51 Abstract: Ageing in humans is characterized by alterations in the integrative regulation by the cardiovascular and autonomic nervous system (ANS) systems. Proper function of the ANS is achieved through a balance of parasympathetic and sympathetic out flow from the brain and this balance is shifted with advancing age towards decreased parasympathetic function and increased sympathetic discharge to the heart, vasculature and other organs. To observe the influence of aging process on autonomic nerve functions the noninvasive autonomic function tests were carried out by CAN Win Analysis System in 125 healthy subjects between the age group of 20 to 70 years and divided into five groups, each comprises of 25 subjects. The Parasympathetic activity was assessed by heart rate response to deep breathing (DB),30:15 ratio and valsalva maneuver(VM) and with age results of parasympathetic tests, revealed a significant linear decline in value . Assessment of sympathetic activity by blood pressure response to standing test revealed that there is linear increase in Systolic blood pressure (SBP) and blood pressure response to sustained handgrip exercise revealed a significant decline in Diastolic Blood Pressure (DBP) with age.No gender variation in both sympathetic and parasympathetic function test was observed. From this study it may concluded that ageing process substantially impaired cardiovascular autonomic nerve functions.Autonomic status will have an important bearing on determining the therapeutic strategy and drug action in the elderly in whom there may be altered responsiveness to autonomic reflexes and receptor sensitivity.
Asymmetric and Time-Varying Behavior of Exchange Rate and Interest Rate Differential in Emerging Markets

ABSTRACT This study assesses the nonlinearities in the nexus between exchange rate and interest rate differential in emerging economies of BRICS. We employ Panel Nonlinear Autoregressive Distributed Lag and Panel Threshold Regression (PTR) models. The study finds mixed result for asymmetry in the nexus. It also shows evidence for time-variation and the positive impact of interest rate differential on exchange rate gradually increases at higher economic activity and inflation regime. The implication is that interest rate differential has both asymmetric and time-varying effects on exchange rate which partly explains the continuous adjustment of monetary policy rates in many emerging markets. Finally, the role of economic productivity and domestic price level in the response of exchange rate to interest rate differentials across the BRICS should not be jettisoned to realize plausible outcomes.
The Tangible and Intangible Consequences of Corporate Fraud

Using information on class action lawsuits in the period 1996-2016 covering 1,249 cases and 888 individual firms, I analyze the determinants of allegations and economic outcomes. Firms are more likely to be indicted if they are smaller, have a high level of investment, and have a bad stock market performance. Markets react negatively to lawsuits: firms may lose up to $1.3 billion or 23% of their market value around the start of the litigation procedure. This effect is more pronounced for firms that end up paying a settlement. I find no reversal in returns in the period after the filing, at significant court events or throughout the entire court procedure. Cross-sectional results indicate that firms with more resources to spend on litigation experience a smaller market reaction. Indicted firms significantly readjust their operations and their investor base changes as well. Finally, I find that a trading strategy based on fraud allegations yields a significant four-factor alpha of 3.7% per year.
The Spin Alignment of Galaxies with the Large-scale Tidal Field in Hydrodynamic Simulations

The correlation between the spins of dark matter halos and the large-scale structure (LSS) has been studied in great detail over a large redshift range, while investigations of galaxies are still incomplete. Motivated by this point, we use the state-of-the-art hydrodynamic simulation, Illustris-1, to investigate mainly the spin–LSS correlation of galaxies at a redshift of z = 0. We mainly find that the spins of low-mass, blue, oblate galaxies are preferentially aligned with the slowest collapsing direction ( ) of the large-scale tidal field, while massive, red, prolate galaxy spins tend to be perpendicular to . The transition from a parallel to a perpendicular trend occurs at ∼109.4 h−1 M⊙ in the stellar mass, ∼0.62 in the g–r color, and ∼0.4 in triaxiality. The transition stellar mass decreases with increasing redshifts. The alignment was found to be primarily correlated with the galaxy stellar mass. Our results are consistent with previous studies both in N-body simulations and observations. Our study also fills the vacancy in the study of the galaxy spin–LSS correlation at z = 0 using hydrodynamical simulations and also provides important insight to understand the formation and evolution of galaxy angular momentum.
Pediatric appendicitis- five year experience at tertiary care pediatric surgery department: a cohort study

Acute appendicitis is the most common surgical condition in children, with a lifetime risk of around 8%. The incidence of appendicitis is approximately 1 per 1000 with a slight male predominance. Although once considered as a vestigial organ, with its importance in surgery only due to its inflammation leading to acute appendicitis, it is now a recognised organ with reservoir for normal intestinal flora with highest concentration of gut-associated lymphoid tissue (GALT). Obstructive inflammatory process due to stool, fecaliths, lymphoid hyperplasia or neoplasm consist only about half of the cases of appendicitis. Recently other causes like variation in barometric pressure, summer season, genetics, environmental, racial/geographic features along with some bacteria and viruses also account for appendicitis. In spite of extraordinary advances in imaging and laboratory technology, the diagnosis of appendicitis remains clinical. Various appendicitis risk scores like pediatric appendicitis score, Alvarado score, appendicitis inflammatory response score are developed, ABSTRACT
Vertical distribution of overwintering Calanus finmarchicus in the NE Norwegian Sea in relation to hydrography

This study uses Laser Optical Plankton Counter (LOPC) data to study the vertical distribution of the copepod Calanus finmarchicus in relation to hydrography in the NE Norwegian Sea, in January 2009 and January 2010. The high sampling efficiency of the LOPC produced data with higher vertical resolution and allowed a larger number of stations to be sampled in a smaller area compared with previous studies. There were no significant differences between 2009 and 2010 in any of the quantities, median depth, C. finmarchicus layer thickness and temperature and salinity at median depth, indicating that the vertical distributions for the two different years were overall very similar. There was, however, considerable spatial variability in median overwintering depth, and this was strongly correlated with the depth of the overlying Atlantic Water layer. We also observed a significant correlation between C. finmarchicus layer thickness and the mean abundance in the layer, indicating that a vertical stretching and squeezing of the copepod distribution took place in the area. These results suggest that copepods were subject to vertical movement caused by local hydrodynamic variability which is in addition to other vertical motion due to e.g. buoyancy forces. Finally, the results are discussed with respect to future sampling strategies in the area.
Does Credit Securitization Reduce Bank Risk? Evidence from the European CDO Market

In this paper we analyze whether the use of credit risk transfer instruments affects the risk taking by large, international banks. Relying on a unique data set of European collateralized debt obligations (CDOs), we find that the issue of CDOs tends to raise the systematic risk (equity beta) of the issuing bank. We also perform a cross-sectional analysis to identify determinants of the change in systematic risk, and find that equity beta rises significantly more if the issuing bank is financially weak (low profitability and high leverage), and if it is domiciled in a bank-based financial system. Overall, our findings suggest that credit securitization goes hand in hand with an increase in the risk appetite of the issuing bank. Our findings are also relevant for understanding the financial stability implications of credit securitizations.
Could Alpha-Lipoic Acid Protect Against Sub-chronic Toxicity of Heavy Metals Mixture in Japanese Quails?

Context: The toxicity of heavy metals considered a serious event in human and animals practice. Objective: The sub-chronic toxicity of heavy metals mixture was investigated in Japanese quail, and whether the administration of alpha lipoic acid (ALA) able to reverse or enhance the toxicity. Materials and methods: For this purpose 50 seven days old Japanese quail were randomly and equally divided into five groups (n=10). Group I; was kept on normal diet, birds in other four experimental groups were provided with drinking water containing a mixture of lead acetate, cadmium chloride and mercuric chloride at dose of 100 ppm for each metal for 30 days. Experimental diets for metals-treated groups were prepared to contain 0.5, 1.0, 3.0 g/kg ALA in basal diet (groups III, IV, and V respectively). Results: revealed that the administration of toxic metals mixture in drinking water for 30 days induced a significant decrease in the final body weight, increased tissues lipid peroxidation, and induced hepatic, renal and cardiac damage. Also, caused perturbation of lipid profile with increased concentration of heavy metals and copper in liver, kidneys, brain, and muscle tissues. Furthermore, the results showed that alpha-lipoic acid fails to reduce tissue concentration of heavy metals, lipid peroxidation and exert a pro-oxidant activity especially at low concentration. Only at high doses alpha-lipoic acid improved biliary and cardiac functions. Discussion and Conclusion: We concluded that alpha-lipoic acid has no metal-chelating activity and cannot protect Japanese quails from heavy metals toxicity.
Board gender diversity, audit committee and financial performance: evidence from Nigeria

ABSTRACT This paper considers the effects of female representation and the proportion of female representation on corporate boards and audit committees on financial performance in an African context where institutions are weak. Employing a panel of 77 firms, our results show that female board representation exerts a positive and significant influence on firm financial performance. The study also finds that the performance effect of gender diversity is stronger for firms with two or more female directors, suggesting that building a critical mass of female representation enhances firm financial performance. Further analysis indicates that the inclusion of females on the audit committee appears to have a positive impact on firm financial performance. Our results are robust after controlling for endogeneity and the use of alternative measures of board gender diversity.
Diet Quality and Visceral Adiposity among a Multiethnic Population of Young, Middle, and Older Aged Adults

ABSTRACT Background Visceral adiposity, more so than overall adiposity, is associated with chronic disease and mortality. There has been, to our knowledge, little research exploring the association between diet quality and visceral adipose tissue (VAT) among a mulitethnic population aged 18–80 y. Objective The primary objective of this cross-sectional analysis was to examine the association between diet quality [Healthy Eating Index–2010 (HEI-2010) scores] and VAT among a multiethnic population of young, middle, and older aged adults in the United States. Secondary objectives were to repeat these analyses with overall adiposity and blood-based biomarkers for type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease risk as outcome measures. Methods A total of 540 adults (dropped out: n = 4; age: 18–40 y, n = 220; 40–60 y, n = 183; 60–80 y, n = 133) were recruited across 3 sites (Honolulu County, San Francisco, and Baton Rouge) for the Shape Up! Adults study. Whole-body DXA, anthropometry, fasting blood draw, and questionnaires (food frequency, physical activity, and demographic characteristics) were completed. Linear regression was used to assess the associations between HEI-2010 tertiles and VAT and secondary outcome measures among all participants and age-specific strata, while adjusting for known confounders. Results VAT, BMI (kg/m2), body fat percentage, total body fat, trunk fat, insulin, and insulin resistance were inversely related to diet quality (all P values < 0.004). When stratified by age, diet quality was inversely associated with VAT among participants aged 60–80 y (P < 0.006) and VAT/subcutaneous adipose tissue (SAT) among participants aged 40–60 y (P < 0.008). Conclusions Higher-quality diet was associated with lower VAT, overall adiposity, and insulin resistance among this multiethnic population of young, middle, and older aged adults with ages ranging from 18 to 80 y. More specifically, adherence to a high-quality diet may minimize VAT accumulation in adults aged 60–80 y and preferentially promote storage of SAT compared with VAT in adults aged 40–60 y. This study was registered at clinicaltrials.gov as NCT03637855.
Does Alcohol Drinking Behaviour in First Year Students Relate to Executive Function Performance Under Stress

Executive Function (EF) is a mental process which involves the ability to plan and control behaviour; an important function for university students as it is linked to academic outcomes. Stress and alcohol drinking behaviour have previously been found to impact negatively upon executive function yet the combined effects of both of these factors has not been widely investigated. The present study aimed to investigate the relationship between alcohol drinking behaviour in first year undergraduate students and scores on a test of EF measuring aspects of working memory and cognitive fluidity after acute psychological stress was induced. Through experimental design 30 participants were recruited using opportunity sampling and asked to provide information about an average month of alcohol drinking. Stress was then induced through a task with time and performance elements provoking a stress response. EF was then assessed using the trail making task - a neuropsychological test of EF. Stress was measured subjectively and through the physiological measures of electro-dermal activity and heart rate in rest and throughout the stress procedure. Inconsistent with previous research the present study indicated no relationship in the whole sample, yet a positive correlation emerged in the male participants suggesting the more alcohol they consumed in an average month the worse they performed on a test of EF in stress. Future research needs to consider how results might vary dependant on year of study and type of stress
THEORYOFHYDROMAGNETIC TURBULENCE David Montgomery The College of William and Mary Williamsburg, Virginia 23.185 U. S. A. Abstract The present state of MIIDturbulence theory as a possible solar wind

The present state of MIIDturbulence theory as a possible solar wind research tool is surveyed. The theory is statistical, and does not makestatements about individual events. It is unreasonable to expect ever to be able to "explain" individual events with turbulence theory. The ensembles considered typically have individual realizations which differ qualitatively, unlike equilibrium statistical mechanics. Most of the theory deals with highly symmetric situations ; most of these symmetries have yet to be tested in the solar wind. The applicability of MHDitself to solar wind parameters is highly questionable; yet it has no competitors, as a potentially comprehensive dynamical description. The purposes of solar wind research require sharper articulation. If they are to understand radial turbulent plasma flows from spheres, laboratory experiments and numerical solution of equations of motion may be a cheap alternative to spacecraft. If "real life" information is demanded, multiple spacecraft with variable separation may be necessary to go further. The principal emphasis in the theory so far has been on spectral behavior for spatial covariances in wave number space. There is no respectable theory of these for highly anisotropic situations. A rather slow development of theory acts as a brake on justifiable measurement, at this point. 107 https://ntrs.nasa. gov/search.jsp? R=19840005009 2019-12-07T15:38:32+00:00Z