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Communication In Medical Care Interaction Between Primary Care Physicians And Patients

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Influence of polarized reflection on airborne remote sensing of canopy foliar nitrogen content

ABSTRACT Radiation detected by sensors can reveal information regarding canopy structure and leaf surface properties. It has been shown that the scattering coefficient (Wλ ), a ‘pure’ spectrum obtained after correction for the effect of canopy structure on the bidirectional reflectance factor (BRF), can provide information about biochemical composition; e.g. nitrogen content, more objectively. However, specular radiation reflected from leaf surface (without any information from the leaf interior) has a potential influence on Wλ and thus consequently affects the estimation of canopy nitrogen content (CNC). The so-called specular reflection influence has rarely been studied. Polarized reflectance (R p), as part of the specular reflectance, was used to assess this kind of influence. To model the accurate R p within the study area, six bidirectional polarization distribution function (BPDF) models were intercompared, using the existing POLDER/PARASOL R p database, to produce R p for three vegetation types: needleleaf, broadleaf, and mixed forest. Then, correction for polarized reflection and canopy structure was made to yield a more reasonable and accurate Wλ . An efficient interval partial least-squares regression (iPLSR) method for CNC estimation was used to analyse the impact of polarized reflection on both the 400 nm–2,500-nm canopy Wλ and CNC estimation. The results showed that the contribution of polarization was greater in the strong-absorption spectral region, with an influence on Wλ estimation of up to 25% and 28% in the visible and short-wave infrared regions, respectively. Also, improvements of 0.93% in average regarding the relative mean square error of cross-validation (RMSECV) were seen in CNC estimation accuracy. Moreover, sensitivity analyses of BPDF model parameters, and of the fixed total number of intervals in the iPLSR were also conducted. Improvements with an average of 1.19% regarding the RMSECV was consistently seen in the accuracy of CNC regression after polarization correction, no matter how many fixed intervals were. The results also gave guides on the selection of spectral regions used to estimate forest CNC.
An analysis of external load on different pitch surfaces in Scottish professional football: using global positioning system to analyse match play and training

Aim: To investigate the external loads experienced during match play and training, on grass and artificial turf Hypothesis: No differences will exist between grass and artificial turf, in both training and match play. Methods: Using Global Positioning System (GPS), Distance covered (m.min-1), Player Load (AU.min-1) and High Speed Running (m.min-1) were recorded during match play and training (Small-sided games (SSGs)) from two teams in the Scottish Professional Football League. SSGs on the same surface were compared together, before SSGs of similar playing area were analysed across surfaces. This created a “small SSG” (grass 4v4 vs AT 5v5, 7v7 & 8v8) and a “large SSG” (Grass 9v9 vs AT 9v9, 10v10 & 11v11) comparison. Results: During match play, no differences were shown in any of the three metrics (Distance Covered - 111.46±11.78m.min-1 vs 110.99±10.55 m.min-1 vs 112±13.48 m.min-1 (p=0.922), HSR – 10.13±3.42m.min-1 vs 10.21±3.13 m.min-1 vs 12.14±4.18 m.min-1 (p=0.076), Player Load – 10.2±1.36AU.min-1 vs 10.42±1.5AU.min-1 vs 11.2±1.26AU.min-1 (p=0.391). (Grass vs ATHome vs ATAway) Data = mean±95% CI). On Grass (4v4 vs 9v9), significant differences were observed for HSR only between SSGs, (Distance Covered – 107.62±4.15m.min-1 vs 111.47±5.61m.min-1 (p=0.277), HSR – 7.54±246m.min-1 vs 8.875±1.521m.min-1 (p=0.002), Player Load – 11.48±0.548AU.min-1 vs 11.313±0.739AU.min-1 (p=0.72)). On AT, p values of <0.005 were obtained for all three metrics (5v5 vs 7v7 vs 8v8 vs 9v9 vs 10v10 vs 11v11). Distance Covered – 104.37±14.93m.min-1 vs 104.77±7.29m.min-1 vs 95.32±17.23m.min-1 vs 94.63±14.6m.min-1 vs 109.31±17.14m.min-1 vs 108.74±3.64m.min-1, HSR – 3.54±2.97m.min-1 vs 5.57±2.18m.min-1 vs 2.63±2.59m.min-1 vs 2.52±2.23m.min-1 vs 5.85±3.8m.min-1 vs 8.76±4.92m.min-1, Player Load – 11.57±2.12AU.min-1 vs 9.995±0.89AU.min-1 vs3 10.158±2.17AU.min-1 vs 10.21±1.95AU.min-1 vs 11.27±2.52AU.min-1 vs 10.43±2.05AU.min-1. In the “small SSG” comparison, grass 4v4 was different from the AT 8v8 on all metrics (p<0.005). In the “large SSG” comparison, the grass 9v9 was different from the AT 9v9 on all metrics (p<0.005). Conclusions: Differences in external load across grass and AT are found in training between some SSG variations of similar playing area, but not in match play.
PROTECTIVE EFFECT OF GHRELIN ON TESTICULAR FUNCTIONS IN ADULT MALE DIABETIC ALBINO RATS

Background: Oxidative stress is one of the important causes of type 1 diabetes which can induce changes in male reproductive system. Ghrelin is a peptide hormone that has been shown to have antioxidant properties. Objective: Evaluation of the ghrelin on testicular dysfunction of rat model of type1 diabetes mellitus induced by streptozotocin (STZ). Material and Methods: Forty adult male albino rats were divided into four equal groups: Group 1: served as normal control group received normal saline, group 2: Ghrelin –treated normal group, group 3: STZ-diabetic group, group 4: Ghrelin-treated diabetic group. At the end of experiment, rats were weighed and serum levels of blood glucose, insulin, luteinizing hormone (LH), follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) and testosterone were determined. Also, epididymal sperm count and motility, testicular activity of superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase (CAT) glutathione peroxidase (GPx), malondialdehyde (MDA), testicular weight and testicular histopathology were determined. Results: STZdiabetic rats showed significant decrease in body weight, testicular weight, serum insulin, LH, FSH, testosterone, testicular activity of SOD, CAT, GPx, epididymal sperm count and motility, and significant increase in serum glucose level and testicular MDA level associated with impairment of testicular histoarchitecture as compared to control group. Ghrelin administration into diabetic rats resulted in significant increase in the body weight, testicular weight, serum insulin, LH, FSH, testosterone, testicular activity of SOD, CAT, GPx, epididymal sperm count and motility, and significant decrease in serum glucose, and testicular MDA levels associated with restoration of testicular histoarchitecture nearly to normal as compared to diabetic group. In the normal group, ghrelin resulted in significant increase in body weight, testicular weight, testicular activities of SOD, CAT, and GPx, sperm motility and significant decrease in testicular MDA, while it produced insignificant changes in the serum levels of glucose, insulin, FSH, LH, testosterone, and sperm count. Conclusion: Ghrelin has a protective effect against testicular dysfunction in STZ-induced diabetic rats which may be due to its antioxidant properties and improvement of insulin and glucose levels.
Evaluating the Usage of Mobile Phones in Accessing Farm Input Information among Smallholder Farmers in Mpwapwa District, Tanzania.

The aim of the study was to enquire the to Evaluate the usage of mobile phones in accessing farm inputs information to smallholder farmers in Mpwapwa district, Tanzania. The study also considered to identify the constraints facing smallholder farmers in the usage of mobile phones for accessing farm inputs information. The objective was to come up with a comprehensive strategy that would enhance farmers’ access to farm input information with the use of mobile phones. One of the key findings in this paper is that mobile phones are increasingly accessible to lower-income groups in rural areas. This study concludes that Mobile phones are essential to farmers in rural areas, such gadgets should be subsidized by the government or development practitioners so that farmers can be able to afford and use them to access farm input information to increase their farm productivity and income levels; more researches should be conducted to examine effectiveness of using mobile phone especially mobile phone services such as SMS and Mobile Apps in accessing farm input information and thus to improve the welfare of smallholder farmers in particular.
Does Firm Size Influence Leverage? Evidence from India

This study aims to investigate the size–leverage relationship in the context of India—one of the important emerging economies. Most of the studies that have tested the relationship between firm size and leverage have been conducted in the developed economies. For testing the much-discussed size–leverage relationship, we employ a large sample of firms for the study over a time span of 17 years from 2002 to 2018. Our findings support the negative size–leverage relationship, confirming the propositions of the pecking order theory. The study has implications for policymakers regarding the development of corporate debt market in India.
Exploratory Study of Homelessness in Ledeta Sub City of Addis Ababa

The term “homelessness” sometimes gives the impression of a relatively homogeneous population with a common set of needs. However, this image is not accurate. Homeless people have different reasons which drive them to homelessness and face different challenges according to their age, sex, and physical and mental stability. However, there are specific groups who face more challenges than-others in Addis Ababa , Ethiopia. Single women and children are the most vulnerable groups among the homeless. Single women face physical and sexual abuse, and are encouraged to be commercial sex workers. Having a husband is one way of reducing threats for homeless women. In addition, the homeless living situation is not favorable especially for children. Homeless children are exposed to various health hazards, accidents, and a lack of basic services. Thus women and children are a group of homeless people who need special treatment since they face many challenges that differ from the others.
The Prevalence of Restoration Overhang in Patients Referred to the Dental Clinic of Guilan University of Medical Sciences

age groups of <30 (26.9%) and 30–39 (47.8%), respectively, and was found to be statistically significant. Conclusion: The overall frequency of restoration overhang was 36.6%, most of which was in class II amalgam restoration in the left first molar teeth in 30–39 year-olds.
Study in prison reduces recidivism and welfare dependence: A case study from Western Australia 2005–2010

Using a longitudinal dataset of prisoners in Western Australia, this paper describes the effectiveness of correctional education in improving post-release outcomes. The report shows that the more classes completed by prisoners the lower the rate of re-incarceration and the less likely they are to increase the seriousness of their offending. These, and other personal and societal benefits such as a reduction in welfare dependence, were positively associated with the number of classes prisoners successfully completed—that is, the more classes the inmate successfully completes, the less likely they are to reoffend and to access unemployment benefits.
Building Resilience: An Art–Food Hub to Connect Local Communities

Resilience thinking is an appropriate framework when assessing the transitional potential of complex urban systems. The transformation of abandoned spaces into local hubs attracting new and innovative activities and events promotes a socioeconomic renaissance in urban communities, by stimulating adaptation to change, enhancing local resilience and strengthening urban–rural links. Under the conceptual umbrella of resilience thinking, the present study illustrates the outcomes of an integrated program of research-action aimed at urban regeneration in a medium-sized, economically disadvantaged city in Southern Italy (Battipaglia, Campania). The transformation of an abandoned building into an ‘Art–Food Hub’—a multi-purpose and creative cultural space—based on resilience thinking was the specific case analyzed in our study. Appropriate stakeholders were identified and involved in a series of field activities and workshops, with the final objective of informing a comprehensive strategy strengthening awareness to change and capacity building. More specifically, stakeholder involvement was carried out with two aims: first, to make stakeholders active participants in co-designing a Strategic Urban Planning Document for Battipaglia and, second, to evaluate to what extent the proposed initiative contributes to building local resilience. By explicitly considering cross-scale drivers of community resilience, the results of this study show how the concept of resilience can be practically applied to policy formulation and implementation.
Influence of intensity measure selection on simulation-based regional seismic risk assessment

This study investigates the influence of intensity measure (IM) selection on simulation-based regional seismic risk assessment (RSRA) of spatially distributed structural portfolios. First, a co-simulation method for general spectral averaging vector IMs is derived. Then a portfolio-level surrogate demand modeling approach, which incorporates the seismic demand estimation of the non-collapse and collapse states, is proposed. The derived IM co-simulation method enables the first comparative study of different IMs, including the conventional IMs and some more advanced scalar and vector IMs, in the context of RSRA. The influence of IM selection on the predictive performance of the portfolio-level surrogate demand models, as well as on the regional seismic risk estimates, is explored based on a virtual spatially distributed structural portfolio subjected to a scenario earthquake. The results of this study provide pertinent insights in surrogate demand modeling, IM co-simulation and selection, which can facilitate more accurate and reliable regional seismic risk estimates.
Students’ Responses to Flipping Applied Fluids from Instructor-centered to Student-centered Using Problem-based Learning Paradigm

Dr. Shehadi is an Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering Technology (MET) at His academic experiences have focused on learning and discovery in areas related to HVAC, indoor air quality, human thermal comfort, and energy conservation. While working with industry, he oversaw maintenance and management programs for various facilities including industrial plants, high rise residen-tial and commercial buildings, energy audits and condition surveys for various mechanical and electrical and systems. He has conducted several projects to reduce emission impacts of buildings by evaluating and improving the energy practices through the integration of sustainable systems with existing systems. His current research focuses on engaging and educating students in sustainable and green buildings’ design and energy conservation. He is currently investigating various ways to reduce energy consumption in ofﬁce buildings. Abstract Fluid Mechanics is a major course in the Mechanical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering Technology programs. The course has been traditionally taught in a conventional way in the School of Engineering Technology at Purdue University. However, due to raising market demands the employers are seeking more than knowledge gained in a traditional class and are rather looking into higher logical thinking level, team work skills and leadership, complex problem solving and communication capabilities. This necessitate using more student-centered approaches rather than instructor-based focused learning approaches where students are more engaged in the learning environment in class. This paper presents a set of activities used in Applied Fluid Mechanics course to partially flip it from being an instructor-centered to a student-centered course using problem based learning (PBL) paradigm. The course was divided into three major modules covering the required course learning outcomes as set by the department and ABET guidelines for the college. The paper describes the implementation and outcomes of applying multiple active learning exercises or activities. The activities were offered during regular lecture time since the course is designed with no lab time. Each activity covered certain course learning outcomes while engaging the students in a team oriented and active learning environment. The effectiveness of the applied approaches and students’ outcomes were evaluated using instructor observations, students’ scores for submitted reports and test scores, as well. The paper also summarized surveys given to students asking for their feedback following each activity. The outcomes of the applied activities can help in meeting ABET learning outcomes such as team work, applying engineering knowledge, critical and logical thinking, problem solving and communication skills. The average score was approximately 5% higher when applying these activities in the course and comparing them to scores obtained when teaching the course with no added activities.
Some analytical and numerical investigation of a family of fractional‐order Helmholtz equations in two space dimensions

In this article, we aim at solving a family of two‐dimensional fractional‐order Helmholtz equations by using the Laplace‐Adomian Decomposition Method (LADM). The fractional‐order derivatives, which we use in this investigation, follows the Liouville‐Caputo definition. Our results based upon the LADM are obtained in series form that helps us in analyzing the analytical solutions of the fractional‐order Helmholtz equations considered here. For illustration and verification of the analytical procedure using the LADM, several numerical examples and graphical representations are presented for the analytical solution of the fractional‐order Helmholtz equations. The mathematical analytic procedure, which we have used here, has shown that the LADM is a fairly accurate and computable method for the solution of problems involving fractional‐order Helmholtz equations in two dimensions. In an analogous manner, one can apply the LADM for finding the analytical solution of other classes of fractional‐order partial differential equations.
WetSpa-Urban: An Adapted Version of WetSpa-Python, A Suitable Tool for Detailed Runoff Calculation in Urban Areas

A tool called WetSpa-Urban was developed to respond to the need for precise runoff estimations in an increasingly urbanized world. WetSpa-Urban links the catchment model WetSpa-Python to the urban drainage model Storm Water Management Model (SWMM). WetSpa-Python is an open-source, fully distributed, process-based model that accurately represents surface hydrological processes but does not simulate hydraulic structures. SWMM is a well-known open-source hydrodynamic tool that calculates pipe flow processes in an accurate manner while runoff is calculated conceptually. Merging these tools along with certain modifications, such as improving the efficiency of surface runoff calculation and simulating flow at the sub-catchment level, makes WetSpa-Urban suitable for event-based and continuous rainfall–runoff modeling for urban areas. WetSpa-Urban was applied to the Watermaelbeek catchment in Brussels, Belgium, which recently experienced rapid urbanization. The model efficiency was evaluated using different statistical methods, such as Nash–Sutcliffe efficiency and model bias. In addition, a statistical investigation, independent of time, was performed by applying the box-cox transformation to the observed and simulated values of the flow peaks. By speeding up the simulation of the hydrological processes, the performance of the surface runoff calculation increased by almost 130%. The evaluation of the simulated 10 minute flow versus the observed flow at the outlet of the catchment for 2015 reached a Nash–Sutcliffe efficiency of 0.86 and a bias equal to 0.06.
Non-Performing Finance in Sharia Financial Institutions in Indonesia: A Case Study Of BPRS Adeco (Aceh Development Corporate)

High level of Non-Performing Finance (NPF) has become one of risks facing intermediary financial institutions including Islamic banks. Indonesia’s Financial Authority found that NPF ratio of Islamic banks is relatively higher (4,12%) that the one of conventional banks (2,96%) (OJK 2017). Literature indicate the influence of bank’s internal and external factors on high NPF. This study aims to analyze the factors that influence the high level of NPF and its settlement and strategies to reduce the level of NPF in Sharia Rural Banking (BPRS/Bank Perkreditan Rakyat Syariah). Taking BPRS Adeco (Aceh Development Corporate) in Langsa City District, Aceh, as a case study, this research takes a qualitative approach. Through a survey to 26 BPRS Adeco employees and semi-structured interviews with 4 employees, this study found three factors leading to an increase in the NPF ratio, namely weak bank’s financing risk management, changing economic conditions and regulations, and the conditions of customers who are vulnerable to socio-economic change. It found that the NPF can be gradually resolved by intensifying the communication to the delinquent customers followed by policies of restructuring the customers’ financing. It also found that the strategies to reduce NPF ratios include improving bank risk financing management, upgrading the quality of human resources in risk management, and providing business mentoring and coaching to the customers. It can be concluded that the strategies made by the BPRS ADECO succeeded in reducing the NPF rate from 15.62% in the June 2012 period to 3.60% in the December 2018 period. The finding implies that Islamic financial institutions, including BPRS, urgently need good finance risk management, particularly in monitoring the financed customers’ business and in mitigating external conditions of the economy and their changing related regulations in order to settle the problem of non-performing finance and to strengthen their finance risk management.
Teacher-Parent Collaborative Efforts in Facilitating Students' Homework

This study focuses on the essential role of teachers in initiating collaborative efforts with parents in helping the children do their homework. To establish teacher-parents' partnership in this endeavour, four engaging interventions were utilized in this action research. These are focus group discussion (FGD), home visitation, follow up by texting and homework logs.An intact Grade 8 science class in one of the pilot secondary schools in the City of Manila was involved in the study. Results showed that the collaborative efforts between parents and teachers apparently contributed to the improvement of students'class performance. Home visitation was seen as a means of rekindling commitment of the parents to monitor their children's progress in school. In the same way, it was found out that homework logs and texting are strategies that could enhance parental involvement leading to close supervision of their children doing their assignments at home.