Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Individual and collective leadership for deliberate transformations: Insights from Indigenous leadership

Deliberately transforming society toward equitable and sustainable futures requires leadership. But what kind of leadership? While the dominant understanding of leadership often centers on the individual, the concept of collective leadership is receiving increased attention. Yet, the relationship between individual and collective leadership remains elusive and has been given limited attention in the transformation literature. In this study, I explore how leadership is understood and enacted in an Alaska Native community engaged in transforming community systems toward enhanced sustainability. I draw on Indigenous leadership research, organized through four interrelated analytical lenses: the individual leader, leadership through culture, leadership through process, and leadership through integration. I find that leadership in the community can be seen as something simultaneously individual and collective and argue that an Indigenous relational ontology makes it possible to imagine leadership as an “individual-collective simultaneity. ” In the discussion, I highlight the connections to emerging theories and approaches within “mainstream” leadership research, pointing to the potential for bridging disciplines and paradigms. For leadership and transformation researchers to engage in this bridging work, we must reflect on and reconsider our assumptions as to what agency for transformation is, with important implications for how we work to support transformations. While “ontological bridge building” creates tensions, it is through holding and working through these creative tensions that we can start to see pathways toward equitable and sustainable futures.
Building Peace through Sports Projects: A Scoping Review

The term peacebuilding has gained traction in academic works since introduction in the 1960s. In recent decades, sport for development and peace (SDP) has also captured the interest of the academic community, with a growing field of work. This scoping review identifies and considers the academic literature on SDP projects deployed as peacebuilding tools in post-conflict communities, to gain a greater understanding of those projects and draw inferences from them collectively. Using strict inclusion criteria, results of database searches were narrowed down to 30 publications, which the review explored through comparing the publications and their findings, to reveal the range of disciplines this research is emerging from, the countries projects are operating in, the demographics targeted, and other key data. The resulting conclusion is that there is scope for more targeted studies to clarify specific demographics to include, whether there is an ideal age to engage with youth, or an optimal timeframe for involvement. Many of the publications reference the importance of being part of broader initiatives, but the best context in which to utilise sport, and how much of an impact is being made on the wider communities, is yet to be determined.
Pedestal stability analysis on MAST in preparation for MAST-U

In preparation for the upcoming MAST-U campaign, pedestal stability of spherical tokamaks is revisited by investigating standard H-mode discharges on MAST. As a step beyond previous studies, both ion and electron profiles are used for obtaining equilibria and a diverse set of pedestals is evaluated. Stability analysis with the ELITE and CGYRO codes shows that MAST pedestals are constrained by kinetic ballooning modes and medium toroidal mode number peeling-ballooning modes, with most unstable modes ranging from n = 25 to n = 45. In discharges with a steep q profile at the edge a larger number of poloidal harmonics is excited for each toroidal mode. A comparison with discharges on DIII-D with matched shape and similar non-dimensional parameters indicates that the increased shear at lower aspect ratio stabilizes low n peeling modes.
Measuring material plastic response to cyclic loading in modern rail steels from a minimal number of twin-disc tests

Advances in rail materials from conventional rail steels to those with higher yield points and the potential of additively manufactured laser clad coatings to improve the durability of railway track components presents a new challenge in characterisation. Many of these new and novel materials have either limited test samples available or are more resistant to strain and therefore present challenges in characterisation. The method reported here uses twin disc tests to simulate cyclic loading experienced by rail steel in service. A sample from a single test condition is analysed, measuring the shear yield stress and the accumulated shear strain at multiple depths below the contact surface, from which a Shear Yield Stress – Plastic Shear Strain (SYS-PSS) relationship is extracted. Knowledge of the stress history of a rail sample is not required to apply the method and minimal samples are required, providing a technique which can be used on rail steel samples removed from service.
Latino/a young adults’ experiences of acculturative stress, depressive symptoms, and romantic relationship commitment: Ethnic identity as protective

We examined the direct and indirect effects of acculturative stress via depressive symptoms on romantic relationship commitment, and the moderating role of ethnic identity (EI) in these associations. Participants included 475 Latino/a young adults (61% women; M age = 25 years). Using conditional process modeling, we found that Latino/a young adults experiencing acculturative stress displayed greater depressive symptoms, which in turn, resulted in lower relationship commitment. Acculturative stress was also directly related to relationship commitment. EI buffered the negative effects of acculturative stress on relationship commitment. Discussion focuses on the interplay of EI and depressive symptoms for the relationship commitment of Latino/a young adults experiencing acculturative stress.
Lignin Reverse Micelles for UV-Absorbing and High Mechanical Performance Thermoplastics

This work reports the preparation of a novel class of lignin reverse micelles (LRM) and their application as a UV-blocking additive for thermoplastics. It is found that when 7 vol % cyclohexane was added into alkali lignin (AL)/dioxane solution, LRM formed. When the cyclohexane amount increased, LRM tended to aggregate and separate from the solutions. LRM films had a water contact angle higher than 80°, in comparison to only 52° of the AL film control sample. Due to hydrophobicity, the miscibility of LRM with high density polyethylene (HDPE) was significantly improved from that of AL with HDPE. Since LRM retained the phenolic hydroxyl structure of AL, the HDPE/LRM samples showed an excellent UV-absorbing performance. Furthermore, the added LRM had little negative influence, but significantly improved the HDPE mechanical properties. With 5 wt % LRM loading, Young’s modulus increased from 1066 to 2104 MPa and the elongation at break increased from 671% to 1030%, respectively.
Clinical teaching capacity in New Zealand general practice.

AIM To explore the capacity for both undergraduate and postgraduate clinical teaching by New Zealand general practitioners in general practices. METHOD A postal survey sent to 1168 GPs (constituting a stratified sample of one-third of the members of the Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners [RNZCGP]) received 561 responses-a response rate of 48%. 508 responses were eligible for further analysis. RESULTS Respondents were similar in gender mix and age range to the total membership of the RNZCGP. Over half of all respondents (286/508; 56%) were currently (or had been) involved in some clinical teaching in practices. The most common reason identified for enjoying teaching was 'Facilitating students with their learning' (214/288; 74%) and 'Learning from teaching' (213/288; 74%). The most common reason for not teaching was 'Lack of time to provide clinical teaching' (239/508; 47%). Most participants (398/508; 78%) indicated that only one or two students could be accommodated at the practice at any one time. CONCLUSION A sizable proportion of the total GP workforce is already involved in some form of clinical teaching, even allowing for a likely higher response rate among teaching GPs. Most respondents indicated that practices currently have limited capacity for teaching, although identified barriers would be surmountable with adequate resources. These findings have important implications for the future of not only undergraduate medical education in community clinical settings, but also proposed increases in general practice vocational training necessary to meet current and future workforce requirements.
Phenotypic Divergence of P Proteins of Australian Bat Lyssavirus Lineages Circulating in Microbats and Flying Foxes

Bats are reservoirs of many pathogenic viruses, including the lyssaviruses rabies virus (RABV) and Australian bat lyssavirus (ABLV). Lyssavirus strains are closely associated with particular host reservoir species, with evidence of specific adaptation. Associated phenotypic changes remain poorly understood but are likely to involve phosphoprotein (P protein), a key mediator of the intracellular virus–host interface. Here, we examine the phenotype of P protein of ABLV, which circulates as two defined lineages associated with frugivorous and insectivorous bats, providing the opportunity to compare proteins of viruses adapted to divergent bat species. We report that key functions of P protein in the antagonism of interferon/signal transducers and activators of transcription 1 (STAT1) signaling and the capacity of P protein to undergo nuclear trafficking differ between lineages. Molecular mapping indicates that these differences are functionally distinct and appear to involve modulatory effects on regulatory regions or structural impact rather than changes to defined interaction sequences. This results in partial but significant phenotypic divergence, consistent with “fine-tuning” to host biology, and with potentially distinct properties in the virus–host interface between bat families that represent key zoonotic reservoirs.
ANALYSING THE LINK BETWEEN CSR REPORTING AND FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE VARIABLES OF BELGRADE STOCK EXCHANGE COMPANIES

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) reporting has been subject of various discussions of academicians and accounting practitioners. Although the importance of CRS reporting is not under question, the quality of disclosed non-financial information is still under review. In the light of the new Serbian Law on Accounting (Official Gazette of the Republic of Serbia 73/2019) and EU Directive 2014/95 requirements regarding non-financial information, this article investigates the state of non-financial reporting development in Serbian companies in the pre-EU Directive period in order to give suggestions to policymakers how to establish and structure the implementation of the EU Directive and expected challenges on this path. The current state of development of non-financial activities is measured by using content analysis and by creating a non-financial reporting index, namely the CSR index for the Serbian companies listed at Belgrade Stock Exchange. CSR index has been corelated with accounting variables (size of the company, auditor type (non/Big 4), revenue and financial results) in order to get deeper understanding of its value drivers. Serbian companies, listed as large, audited by Big 4 and with better financial performance variables, are companies with the higher value of the CSR index and have a higher quality of non -financial reporting. Big companies can serve as a benchmark for the rest of the companies in the economy, but also those companies will have fewer challenges in the EU non-financial Directive implementation in the post-Directive period. Therefore, Serbian policymakers should focus their attention and implementation procedures on the rest of the economy struggling with the non-financial reporting.
Antimicrobial And Antioxidant Activities Of Different Spice Extracts

Up to day, very little work has been done on the antimicrobial activity of spices extracts against food pathogens. Additionally, there is very little information about the antioxidant activities of spices. The aim of this work was to investigate the antimicrobial effects of spices extracts against food pathogens, and its non-enzymatic antioxidant potentials. The plants have been provided from C2 region of Mugla and local herbalists. Antimicrobial activities of plants were evaluated using disc diffusion method. The extracts showed maximum inhibition zone against various microorganisms, and the zone was 8 mm. Candida albicans and Listeria monocytogenes showed the lowest sensitivity to different extracts (3250 µg/ml). In addition, the extracts were tested against the DPPH [2,2-Diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl] free-radical for antioxidant activity. A lot of extracts were displayed a high antioxidant activity. The highest antioxidant activity was determined on Nigella sativa (84%). In this study determined that the spices extracts have antimicrobial and antioxidant properties.
From Micro to Macro Development

Macroeconomic development remains an important policy goal because of its ability to lift entire populations out of poverty. In our review of the literature, we emphasize that the best way to achieve this objective is to embrace a synthesis of methods and ideas, with the science of experiments as a unifying feature. Randomized controlled trials need representative data and structural modeling, and macro models need to be designed and disciplined to the realities and data of developing-country economies. Macroeconomic models have key lessons for gathering and analyzing micro evidence and for moving to an evaluation of macro policy. Resource constraints, heterogeneity, general equilibrium effects, obstacles to trade, dynamics, and returns to scale can all play key roles. A synthesis for macro development is well under way. (JEL C93, D00, E00, O10, O11, O12)
Stabilization of swelling porous elastic soils with fluid saturation and delay time terms

In this article, we consider the swelling problem in porous elastic soils with fluid saturation. We study the well-posedness of the problem based on the semigroup theory, show that the energy associated with the system is dissipative, and establish the stability of the system in the exponential way. To guarantee the stability of the systems, we consider both viscous damping and the time delay term acting on the first equation of the system.
A Relationship between Supply Chain Practices, Environmental Sustainability and Financial Performance: Evidence from Manufacturing Companies in Jordan

Pursuing sustainable development creates competitiveness for manufacturing firms in the market, however the financial pressure of adopting sustainable environmental practices is still a major concern. Few studies were found on the inter-relationships between supply chain management practices, environmental sustainability, and firm financial performance. Moreover, manufacturing companies are compelled by different pressure groups across the globe to maintain environmental standards while conducting their business and supply chain activities. Therefore, the current study aims to investigate the impact of supply chain practices on environmental sustainability and financial performance. In addition, the role of environmental sustainability as a mediator between supply chain management and financial performance was analyzed to improve sustainable development. A well-designed questionnaire was administered to manufacturing companies in Jordan for data collection. A total of 376 responses were analyzed and the proposed hypotheses were tested by using Structural Equation Modelling (SEM) approach. The results reveal that environmental sustainability was tested significantly and influenced by supply chain practices such as relationship with customers, postponement, level of information sharing, and information quality. Whereas environmental sustainability had a significant direct effect on financial performance. Finally, environmental sustainability mediated the relationship of all supply chain management practices with financial performance except strategic supplier partnership dimension. The study provides policy guidelines to decision makers while simultaneously assists the managers to improve sustainability practices in manufacturing companies.
Oral disorders in animals seen in the Dentistry sector of the University of Franca and prevention in the control of local and systemic impairments

Several oral conditions can affect canine and feline species, causing local and systemic impairments. Thus, the objective of the present work was to carry out a retrospective study of 385 cases treated in the Small Animal Dentistry surgical sector at the University of Franca, emphasizing those with infraorbital fistulas, dental and bone fractures and neoplasms and, in addition, relate them to the patients' review (sex, species, age and race) and type of food. The results were expressed in percentages. Of the 385 dental records, 30 patients were diagnosed with infraorbital fistulas (7.8%), 25 with dental fractures (6.5%), 26 with bone fractures (6.8%) and 28 with neoplasms (7.3%). As described in the scientific literature, there was no significant difference regarding the gender of those affected by all oral disorders. The canine species was the most affected and the majority of patients were adults to the elderly. The mixed breed and Poodles were the most affected. As for the type of food provided, most were commercial dry food; in contrast, a large part offered commercial food plus homemade food, which can predispose and aggravate some oral diseases. In view of the recommended methodology and data obtained, it can be inferred that infraorbital fistulas, dental fractures, bone fractures and neoplasms are commonly diagnosed in companion animals, mainly in elderly and small dogs, which can generate local and systemic damage. The wrong diet can predispose oral diseases; thus, disclosure to tutors about dental care can improve the quality of life and survival of dogs and cats.
Impact of Land Surface Processes on a Record‐Breaking Rainfall Event on May 06–07, 2017, in Guangzhou, China

A record‐breaking extreme rainfall event with a maximum rainfall amount over 24 h of 524.1 mm occurred in Guangzhou, China, on May 06–07, 2017. To study the impact of land surface processes on this extreme rainfall, two 21‐member convective‐permitting ensemble forecasts over South China were performed based on two land surface models (LSMs), Noah and Community Land Model (CLM), and 21 forecasting members of the Global Ensemble Forecast System (GEFS). The results showed that, in general, members using the Noah LSM could better simulate urban heat islands (UHIs) and urban convection than members using the CLM LSM in this case. By investigating the ensemble member that most resembled the observations, it was found that the high temperature center in the urban area caused a thermal low in the early stage. As the southerly winds strengthened, the low‐level convergence line continued moving northward and eventually triggered convection in the mountainous region. A sensitivity experiment showed that the impact of land surface heterogeneity on precipitation could be reflected on a finer scale, and heavy rainfall was very sensitive to the changes in small‐scale land surface forces, including terrain and land use. Slight variations in small‐scale land surface conditions caused great responses in the total precipitation, indicating that for the occurrence of such quasi‐stationary extreme rainfall, a subtle balance between different atmospheric and land surface factors may be required.
Educational graphic tool for teaching fundamentals of digital image representation

In the last few decades, different teaching methodologies have been proposed to promote more active learning of students. However, it is still essential to understand the practical implications of the theoretical concepts incorporating additional methodologies, for example, problem‐based learning. This methodology could include practises focused on students' programming or on using appropriate software tools. For more meaningful learning, the use of a graphic tool instead of programming provides more insight into those concepts throughout a simple and practical resource. Taking this into account, a software tool has been developed in addition to theoretical sessions in the context of a subject of the Degree in Computer Science, where the learning objectives are related to the representation and compression of multimedia content. In addition, this tool allows to configure useful exercises for these practical sessions, such that students can experiment and analyse the results from a visual perspective. The results of the surveys show a high degree of satisfaction of students, who highlight that the tool has helped them to better understand the curriculum content. In addition, there are signs of improvement in the academic results corresponding to the evaluation of performance with such software.
Smartphone banking usage in Nigeria: Gamification, technology acceptance and cultural factors empirical perspectives

Several studies have been conducted within the domain of technology adoption, yet, less attention has been paid to how gamification can be employed to elicit fun that can accelerate the rate of smartphone banking usage. Equally, the cultural peculiarities of smartphone banking users have been largely ignored by the majority of the previous studies. This study, therefore, identified the potential influence of the utilization of gamification, hedonic motivation, and cultural factors in the usage of smartphone banking. This is achieved through the conceptualization of a framework that empirically tested the influence of six exogenous variables on smartphone usage using data from 388 respondents from Nigeria, and having employed Partial Least Square (PLS) Structural Equation Modeling as a technique of analysis. The findings of the study reveal that gamification, hedonic motivation, and cultural factors along with the Technology Acceptance Model core variables are strong determinants of Smartphone Banking usage. Practitioners can draw significant insights on how to effectively design smartphone banking using gamification and hedonic techniques, especially that the trend is moving largely towards these directions in the financial industry and through which value can be created for users.
A Structured Literature Review about the Role of Management Accountants in Sustainability Accounting and Reporting

Management accountants have proven to be pivotal for introducing new forms of accounting and reporting in companies to support managers in their decision-making process. The purpose of this paper is to review the literature on the role management accountants play in sustainability accounting and reporting to understand how research is progressing, point out its focus, critique its developments, and finally, identify future research avenues. Results reveal that, to date, management accountants’ level of involvement is lower than that of non-accountants and that there is a consensus in academia and practice that a more significant involvement of management accountants is needed for promoting homogenization of sustainability accounting and reporting in companies and its more widespread diffusion and use among managers, thus embedding sustainability in corporate strategy and practices. Our findings show that more active involvement of management accountants depends, among other things, on their ability to broaden their competencies to include other domains of expertise and on the role of accounting education in improving their sustainability knowledge. Therefore, we call for more research on the competencies, skills, and roles that management accountants should play in order to promote the adoption and improvement of sustainability accounting and reporting.