Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Anterior Tibial Tendon Transfer for Treatment of Recurrent Congenital Clubfoot Initially Treated According to Ponseti Method. Update and Systematic Review Of Literature

273 SUMMARY Background. Congenital clubfoot has a tendency to recur regardless the type of treatment; recurrences generally occur after a complete correction of the deformity. Anterior tibial tendon transfer (TATT) is commonly used for treatment of recurrent clubfeet in deformities initially treated according to Ponseti method, since extensive surgery has a high rate of poor results. The aim of our study was to analyze a series of papers, recently published, to evaluate the effectiveness of TATT for treatment of recurrent congenital clubfoot initially treated according to Ponseti method. Methods. A literature search on the topic was performed by searching the databases Medline (Pubmed) and Cochrane Library, to select only articles from the recent literature (January 2000 to January 2021). The articles were screened for the presence of the following inclusion criteria: patients affected by recurrent congenital clubfoot originally managed by Ponseti method and treated by anterior tibial tendon transfer. All the patients affected by non-idiopathic congenital clubfoot and by residual deformities or neglected deformities were excluded. Results. The initial search produced 123 studies from Medline database and 22 studies from Cochrane library database. After detailed evaluation based on inclusion and exclusion criteria, articles were screened and only 11 studies fulfilled the eligibility criteria of our study. All the selected articles were published from 2006 to 2020 and they included overall 331 patients (481 clubfeet). Conclusions. We believe that TATT is an effective surgical procedure to treat recurrent clubfeet initially treated by Ponseti method, independent of the type of surgical technique. A second recurrence is absolutely not common, however it is more frequent when TATT is performed in younger patients. TATT seems to be effective also in late relapse, although in some cases an associated surgical procedure is necessary.
Analysis of two-dimensional nonlinear sloshing in a rectangular tank by using a concentrated mass model

Major problems can occur when liquid sloshes in a tank, such as in liquid storage tanks during an earthquake, and this is an important engineering problem to address. To analyze this phenomenon, the finite-element method is generally used but involves many degrees of freedom when the tank is large. In this paper, a nonlinear numerical model with relatively few degrees of freedom is established for vertical and horizontal two-dimensional nonlinear sloshing in a rectangular tank excited horizontally. In addition, a method is proposed for reducing the number of degrees of freedom in the two-dimensional model. The natural frequencies, modes, and frequency responses are then compared among the concentrated mass model, theoretical calculations, and experimental results. Good agreement was achieved among them, thus demonstrating the validity of the model.
An Account of the Difference Between Women’s Income Before and After Participating in the Self-Help Groups in Urban West Region of Unguja

The Self Help Group is becoming one of the most important social and economic activities of today’s world and the Zanzibar Government has realized its potential especially for the women. Therefore, this study aimed at providing a candid account of the difference of women’s income before and after participating in the self-help groups (SHGs) in Urban West Region of Unguja. Having adopted positivism as its philosophical assumption, the researchers mainly employed quantitative research approach which was the most appropriate method of analysis for this study. The sample size for this study consisted of 90 women who belong to the ten (10) self-help groups in Urban West Region of Unguja and survey questionnaire was used as data collection instrument. To achieve credible results, both descriptive (such as mean scores, standard deviation, frequencies and percentages) and inferential statistical techniques (t-test) were used to analyze the collected data from relevant respondents. The results indicated that, by using t-test, there was a difference in income before and after participation in the self-help groups. Last but not the least, SHGs if well managed, can be a viable tool of income generation to the poor and needy, government itself, community based organizations, nongovernmental organizations to help elevate the positions and financial status of their stakeholders, the women inclusive.
The Impact of PTAs on the Duration of Antidumping Protection

This paper examines the impact of preferential trade agreements on the duration of antidumping protection. It employs a two-step selection model where the first step accounts for the impact of preferential trade agreement membership on the original antidumping determination, and the second step estimates the impact of preferential trade agreement membership on the duration of duties. Several key findings emerge from the analysis. Most importantly, the duration of antidumping protection is significantly shorter for preferential trade agreement members, compared with targeted countries that are not preferential trade agreement members. The estimates imply that preferential trade agreement membership is associated with a 30 percent reduction in the duration of protection. Second, the impact on duration depends, in part, on whether the preferential trade agreement has rules specifically related to antidumping. On average, over all users and targeted countries, the impact on duration is about twice as large for preferential trade agreements with rules, compared with those with- out rules (and both have shorter duration than non-preferential trade agreement members). Third, the duration of antidumping measures has increased markedly over time, primarily due to cases in the right tail of the distribution. This is consistent with the widespread belief that the Uruguay Round's sunset review provisions did not produce the result that many World Trade Organization members sought, but it also reflects the growing fraction of cases targeting China. Although the rising fraction of cases against China partly explains why duration has increased, it does not explain the finding with respect to the impact of preferential trade agreements and duration.
The Role of Online Ads on Dynamics of Consumer Behavior

This study aims to determine the role of online advertising on the dynamics of consumer behavior. The researchers' argument is based on the number of online promo advertisements with a payment system through mobile payment developed to attract consumer buying intentions. The research paradigm is constructivism. The research method used in the study is Interpretative Phenomenological Analyzes (IPA), with data collection techniques through depth interviews. The results showed that advertising must be adjusted to the type of consumer behavior. For rational type consumers, advertising messages must be made through rational appeals. That is, advertising messages are facts as well as information about products that will be able to convince consumers about the usefulness of the product, and are delivered in an informative manner. Furthermore, in digital advertising messages will be processed referring to the AISAS (Awareness, Interest, Search, Action, Share) model. In the AISAS model, advertising messages will be search with reference groups to be discussed, and determine the stages of action. Experience in using the product will be shared with peer groups through online media. Meanwhile, consumer behavior as recipients of persuasion messages will experience dynamics depending on the learning process of the behavior experienced. Satisfaction with consumers will make consumers to buy or re-use products. In the end, three hypotheses were concluded as a result of research, namely (1) the more ads have relevance to needs the more attractive consumers will be to see/read advertisements. (2) The more rational the way consumers think, the dynamics of consumer behavior will be in the operant position (the position based on profit and loss). (3) The greater the reference group's support for an advertisement, the more it will strengthen consumer action.
Assessment of the Ability of CESM1 to Simulate the Atmospheric Teleconnection Excited by the Atlantic Multidecadal Variability in Summer

Observational analysis shows that the Atlantic Multidecadal Variability (AMV) is a major driver of climate variability in the Northern Hemisphere through a zonal atmospheric teleconnection extending from the North Atlantic Ocean and propagating eastward around the Northern Hemisphere. We studied the fidelity of model simulations in reproducing the observed summer AMV and the associated impacts on the Earth’s climate by analyzing simulations using the National Center for Atmospheric Research Community Earth System Model Version 1 (CESM1), including CESM1 idealized and time–series pacemaker simulations, CESM1 large ensemble twentieth century uninitialized simulations and large ensemble initialized CESM1 decadal predictions. To further compare the fidelity of CESM1, we also analyzed large ensemble simulations from four other models. Our results suggest that the uninitialized large ensemble simulations from all models can produce an AMV time evolution and its regional climate impacts similar to the observations to certain degree. By initializing the observed oceanic condition in decadal prediction simulations, the simulated AMV and its regional impacts are closer to the observed ones than those in uninitialized ensemble simulations. In addition, the time–series pacemaker simulations that nudged the observed North Atlantic sea surface temperature anomalies produces spatiotemporal characteristics of the AMV and AMV climate impacts closer to the observed ones than the uninitialized simulations. We conclude that although coupled models can reproduce the observed AMV and its regional impacts, proper initialization and bias correction of the sea surface temperature spatial structure can significantly improve this capability. Further improvements in the fidelity of the simulated AMV depend on how to reduce model biases, especially the simulated teleconnections.
Design science research with focus groups – a pragmatic meta-model

PurposeThe purpose of this research paper is to present a pragmatic and systematic approach to conduct and document Design Science Research (DSR) activities with Focus Groups (FGs), exploring its continuous usage and providing traceability between problem, requirements, solutions and artefacts.Design/methodology/approachThe approach is to conduct the research and produce the meta-model for DSR with FG, a DSR approach was adopted using a conceptual model for Action Design Research already available. The artefact is the result from a specific literature review to define requirements, a careful design and a refinement stage where it was widely used and tested in real IS implementation projects.FindingsRigorous and committed stakeholder engagement is a critical success factor in complex projects. The main outcome of this research is a specific meta-model for DSR with FG that delivers new insights and practical guidelines for academics and professionals conducting and documenting real-world research and development initiatives deep-rooted in stakeholders' participation.Research limitations/implicationsThe meta-model has been endorsed as a practical and useful artefact by the stakeholders participating in the IS projects where it was adopted. However, to fully demonstrate its capabilities and to become more robust, the model has to be further used and tested in other application situations and environments.Originality/valueThe usage of FGs in DSR has already been proposed as an effective way, either to study artefacts, to propose improvements in its design or to acknowledge the utility of those artefacts in field use. The paper provides a sound contribution to this line of research by presenting a meta-model that integrates process and data, as well as a set of practical templates and forms that may be used by researchers and practitioners to conduct their projects.
Analysis of the Effect of Agency Problems on Sustainability Practices of Public Companies in Indonesia

The agency theory perspective of corporate social responsibility (CSR) considers CSR the manifestation of agency problems. It is related to the inefficiencies of corporate resources. On the other hand, good governance CSR regards a good-governed corporation as one that can reduce agency problems and usually has a high CSR rating. This study aims to analyze agency problems’ effects on sustainability practices in Indonesia’s public companies using a sample of 157 company-year observations over the 2014-2018 period and the regression method. We find that corporate cash holdings, free cash flow, and dividend payout ratio each have a significant positive effect on sustainability practices, while leverage has a significant negative effect. This study also shows that there is no significant relationship between capital expenditure and sustainability practices. Overall, consistent with the view of good governance on CSR, companies that curb agency problems have high CSR ratings.
Identification and Development of Enzymes Associated With the Sperm Inner Acrosomal Membrane and Their Function during Fertilization

ii Co-Authorship. iii Acknowledgements . iv List of Figures . ix List of Tables . x List of Abbreviations . xi Chapter 1 General Introduction and Literature Review . 1 1.1 The Sperm Head Structure . 1 1.1.1 The Acrosome . 2 1.1.2 Perinuclear Theca . 3 1.2 The Sperm Tail Structure . 4 1.3 Spermatogenesis . 5 1.3.1 Mitosis and Meiosis . 6 1.3.2 Spermiogenesis . 6 1.4 Cumulus-Oocyte Complex . 8 1.4. 1 Oocyte and Folliculogenesis . 8 1.4. 2 Zona Pellucida . 10 1.4. 3 Cumulus Oophorus . 11 1.5 Fertilization . 13 1.5. 1 Oviductal Transit and Oviductal Fluid . 13 1.5. 2 Capacitation . 15 1.5. 3 Acrosome Reaction . 16 1.5. 4 Penetration of Oocyte Investments . 18 1.5. 5 Membrane Fusion and Oocyte Activation . 20 1.5. 6 In Vitro Fertilization. 21 1.6 Acrosin and PRSS21 . 22 1.7 Matrix Metalloproteinase 2 (MMP2) . 23 1.8 Plasmin/ogen . 25 1.9 Objectives and Hypothesis . 26 1.10 References . 32 Chapter 2 MMP2 and Acrosin are Major Proteinases Associated with the Inner Acrosomal Membrane and May Cooperate in Sperm Penetration of the Zona Pellucida During Fertilization . 48 vi 2.1 Abstract . 48 2.2 Introduction . 49 2.3 Materials and Methods . 51 2.3.1 Animals and Ethics . 51 2.3.2 Sperm and Sample Collection and Fractionation . 51 2.3. 3 Detergent Extractions . 52 2.3. 4 Zymography . 53 2.3. 5 Antibodies . 54 2.3. 6 Immunoblotting . 54 2.3. 7 Immunohistochemistry. 55 2.3. 8 Immunogold Electron Microscopy . 56 2.3. 9 In vitro Fertilization of Mouse Oocytes . 57 2.3.10 Statistics . 58 2.4 Results . 58 2.4. 1 Gelatin Zymograms Reveal Proteinase Activity Is Associated With the Inner Acrosomal Membrane . 58 2.4. 2 Specific inhibition of MMP2 activity associated with the IAM . 59 2.4. 3 Acrosin is responsible for the serine protease activity associated with the IAM . 59 2.4. 4 Comparison of MMP2 and Proacrosin/acrosin Immunoreactivity in Sonicated Sperm Fractions . 60 2.4. 5 Immunogold localization of acrosin and MMP2 confirms IAM association . 61 2.4. 6 The Acrosomal Membrane Association of Acrosin and MMP2 Begins Early During Spermiogenesis . 61 2.4. 7 Inhibition of MMP2 During IVF Significantly Decreases Fertilization . 62 2.5 Discussion . 63 2.6 References . 82 Chapter 3 The Composition, Protein Genesis and Significance of the Eutherian Sperm’s Inner Acrosomal Membrane . 87 3.1 Abstract . 87 3.2 Proteins Associated with the Extracellular Side of the Inner Acrosomal Membrane . 88 3.2.
Alcohol use among school-going adolescents in Mozambique: prevalence and correlates

ABSTRACT Background This study examined the prevalence of alcohol use among 1793 in-school adolescents in Mozambique using the Global school-based health survey dataset. Methods The data was analyzed using STATA version 14.2. Both bivariate and multivariable analyses were employed. Results It was found that the prevalence of alcohol use was 13.8%, 10% and 3.2% respectively for current alcohol use, drunkenness and alcohol problems. The results further showed that adolescents who were truants and smoked cigarettes had higher odds of being current alcohol users. However, adolescents whose parents knew about their activity had lower odds of being current alcohol users. Adolescents aged 15 and above, being attacked and smoking cigarettes had higher odds of drunkenness while those who had suicidal attempts and those whose parents checked their homework had lower odds of drunkenness. The results also showed that adolescents who were aged 15 and above, attacked, engaged in a fight and smoked cigarette had higher odds of having alcohol problems while those whose parents had knowledge of their activities had lower odds of having alcohol problems. Conclusions To reduce this public health problem among adolescents in Mozambique, these factors should be considered in the development of school-based health interventions to tackle alcohol use.
Selected ‘Starter Kit’ energy system modelling data for Sudan (#CCG)

Energy system modelling can be used to assess the implications of different scenarios and support improved policymaking. However, access to data is often a barrier to starting energy system modelling in developing countries, thereby causing delays. Therefore, this article provides data that can be used to create a simple zero order energy system model for Sudan, which can act as a starting point for further model development and scenario analysis. The data are collected entirely from publicly available and accessible sources, including the websites and databases of international organizations, journal articles, and existing modelling studies. This means that the dataset can be easily updated based on the latest available information or more detailed and accurate local data. These data were also used to calibrate a simple energy system model using the Open Source Energy Modelling System (OSeMOSYS) and three stylized scenarios (Fossil Future, Least Cost and Net Zero by 2050) for 2020-2050. The assumptions used and results of these scenarios are presented in the appendix as an illustrative example of what can be done with these data. This simple model can be adapted and further developed by in-country analysts and academics, providing a platform for future work.
Reassessing the population based Seroprevalence for IgG antibodies against SARS COV2 in Ahmedabad

Background: Assessing population based seroprevalence can help in monitor the pandemic, and suggest appropriate corrective public health measures Aims and Objectives: To study seroprevalence of IgG antibodies against SARS-CoV2 to understand the pandemic status and deriving valid conclusions for guiding the public health measures for managing the covid19 pandemic Materials and Methods: A serosurveillance study was carried out using population based stratified sampling for the general population of Ahmedabad city Seroprevalence for Cases, Contacts and Health Care Workers (HCWs) was also estimated as separate additional categories The seroprevalence was compared with various demographic factors for valid and precise predictions regarding the immunity status of the population Results: As on October 2020, the seroprevalence for IgG antibodies against SARS-CoV2 in the general population of Ahmedabad is 24 20% (95% Confidence Interval 23 57%–24 85%) The sero-positivity has increasing trend with age and is higher among females (24 83%) than males (23 72%) but is statistically not significant The zone wise positivity ranged from 18 70% to 33 52% The seropositivity among HCWs, contacts and cases are 20 84%, 26 05% and 54 51% respectively and it closely correlate with the risk Conclusion: As on October 2020, general population demonstrate a seropositivity of 24 20% The seropositivity among various groups is according to the risk of contracting the disease Results also indicate the possibility of undetectable level or disappearing IgG during the post-covid period Results also indicate that the preventive measures must be strongly followed for continued control of the pandemic situation till an effective vaccine is provided to the people at large [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] Copyright of Asian Journal of Medical Sciences is the property of Manipal Colleges of Medical Sciences and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites or posted to a listserv without the copyright holder's express written permission However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use This abstract may be abridged No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full abstract (Copyright applies to all Abstracts )
Towards EEG-based Emotion Recognition During Video Viewing Neural-Congruency Explains User's Emotion experienced in Music Videos

Emotions affect our decisions, experiences, preferences, and perceptions. Understanding the neural underpinning of human emotions is a fundamental goal of neuroscience research. Moreover, EEG-based emotion recognition is a key component towards the development of affective-aware intelligent systems. However, characterizing the neural basis of emotions elicited during video viewing has been proven a challenging task. In this paper, we propose a novel machine-learning approach to isolate neural components in EEG signals that are informative of the affective content of emotionally-loaded videos. Based on these components, we define a set of neural metrics and evaluate them as potential indicators of the overall emotional content of each video. We demonstrate the predictive power of the proposed metrics, on the DEAP benchmark dataset for EEG-based emotion recognition. Our results provide novel empirical evidence that the neural components extracted by our method can serve as an informative metric in EEG-based emotion recognition during video viewing and achieving a 4-fold increase in predictive power compared to traditional frequency-based metrics. Moreover, each extracted component is associated with a spatial and a temporal profile, that allows researchers to inspect and interpret the spatiotemporal origins of the underlying neural activity. Thus, our method a framework that facilitates the study of neural correlates of emotion during video viewing.
Virtual Tourism In New Normal: Are People Going To Change Their Style Of Travel Temporarily Or Permanently?

In this Covid-19 pandemic ‘new normal’ era, Virtual Tourism could play a significant role in encouraging visitation and other tourism behaviors. Tourists’ visit intention and VR users’ continued use were determined by the hedonic motivation and technology acceptance model (TAM). However, there are limited studies on flow in virtual tourism. To address this gap, this study aims to examine the determinants affecting Visit Intention within Tourists in Indonesia. Empirical data from stay-at-home tourists during the pandemic who has been used VR application for the virtual tour were tested against the proposed research model by using structural equation modeling. The data was collected through an online survey involving 100 participants who have used and experienced virtual tourism during the pandemic. The results indicated that flow and continued use are the main factors affecting visit intention, whereas usefulness and enjoyment are the main factors affecting flow. The findings of this study provide several important implications for virtual tourism researches and practices.