Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Influence of emotional quotient, intelligent quotient & social competency on psychological well-being of higher secondary school students

Adolescence is the period from the beginning of sexual maturity (puberty) to the completion of physical growth, adolescence is also viewed as a period of “storm and stress’’. The present study focuses on the influence of emotional quotient, intellectual quotient and social competence on the psychological well-being of the adolescents. The current research is descriptive in nature and explorative research design was used to test the hypotheses. The tools used for data collection were Mangal Emotional Intelligence Inventory (MEII) : Emotional Intelligence Inventory has been designed by Mangal and Mangal (2004) , Raven’s Progressive Matrices (J.C Raven 1956) , Social Competence scale by by Child Trends for the Templeton Foundation, as part of the Flourishing Children Project (Stephen J. Blumberg et al (2008) , Psychological Well – Being Scale (Carol Ryff 1989) Pearson’s correlation coefficient was used to find the association among the variables EQ, IQ, SC and PWB. The data was analyzed using “t” test to find the differences in EQ, IQ, SC and PWB based on gender, family type. To find the differences with regard to family income the data was subjected to ANOVA. Regression analysis was used to find the predictors of psychological well-being. The findings revealed that there is a positive association among the variables, Emotional Quotient (EQ), Intelligence Quotient (IQ) and Psychological Well-being (PWB). Male and female adolescent students differ on Psychological well-being and not with respect to EQ, IQ and SC. There was a difference observed in EQ and IQ based on family income. There was a difference observed on SC & PWB with respect to family type. EQ and IQ predicted psychological well-being of higher secondary school students.
Untangling the Impact of Green Finance on the Enterprise Green Performance: A Meta-Analytic Approach

In recent years, with sustainable development strategies, the conflict between economic development and natural resources has become increasingly severe. Meanwhile, green finance’s emergence is due to the rethinking of human economic activities under global warming conditions and the energy crisis. Thus, this study aims to analyze the relationship between green finance and enterprise green performance using a meta-analytic approach. This study has used Comprehensive Meta-Analysis Software (CMA) 2.0 for meta-analysis and applied the Hunter and Schmidt model for statistical analysis to test the proposed hypotheses. This study finds a significant positive correlation between green finance and enterprise green performance and proves that firm type and region play a moderating role in the relationship between green finance and enterprise green performance. However, profitability does not significantly moderate the relationship between green finance and enterprise green performance.
Environmental Effects on Carbon Isotope Discrimination from Assimilation to Respiration in a Coniferous and Broad-Leaved Mixed Forest of Northeast China

Carbon (C) isotope discrimination during photosynthetic CO2 assimilation has been extensively studied, but the whole process of fractionation from leaf to soil has been less well investigated. In the present study, we investigated the δ13C signature along the C transfer pathway from air to soil in a coniferous and broad-leaved mixed forest in northeast China and examined the relationship between δ13C of respiratory fluxes (leaf, trunk, soil, and the entire ecosystem) and environmental factors over a full growing season. This study found that the δ13C signal of CO2 from canopy air was strongly imprinted in the organic and respiratory pools throughout C transfer due to the effects of discrimination and isotopic mixing on C assimilation, allocation, and respiration processes. A significant difference in isotopic patterns was found between conifer and broadleaf species in terms of seasonal variations in leaf organic matter. This study also found that δ13C in trunk respiration, compared with that in leaf and soil respiration, was more sensitive to seasonal variations of environmental factors, especially soil temperature and soil moisture. Variation in the δ13C of ecosystem respiration was correlated with air temperature with no time lag and correlated with soil temperature and vapor pressure deficit with a lag time of 10 days, but this correlation was relatively weak, indicating a delayed linkage between above- and belowground processes. The isotopic linkage might be confounded by variations in atmospheric aerodynamic and soil diffusion conditions. These results will help with understanding species differences in isotopic patterns and promoting the incorporation of more influencing factors related to isotopic variation into process-based ecosystem models.
Species diversity and feeding guilds of birds in Malaysian agarwood plantations

In Malaysia, the current status of birds inhabiting agarwood Aquilaria malaccensis plantations has not been specifically studied, and little research has been conducted to investigate birds in other agricultural areas (e.g., rubber, acacia, and oil palm plantations) and disturbed areas. This study was conducted to assess bird species richness and relative abundance, as well as feeding guilds, in two agarwood plantation sites: Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris in Tanjong Malim (UPSI), and Slim River (SR). The presence of birds was recorded using a combination of techniques (mist-nets and point count), while various sources were used to compile feeding information. This study recorded 364 birds from 36 species in 24 families. Shannon diversity index (H’) values for the UPSI and SR sites were 2.896 and 2.492 respectively, indicating high bird diversity. The Bray-Curtis index was 0.29, indicating these sites share few species. Insectivorous and omnivorous birds were dominant in UPSI (31%), and omnivores at SR (32%). The commonest insect order at both sites was Orthoptera (UPSI 48%, SR 25%). While agarwood plantations are relatively homogeneous, they provide a variety of food sources and shelter for a wide range of birds.
The Inorganic Soil Phosphorus Fractions and Available P as Influenced by Greenmanuring, Cropping and P Fertilization

Laboratory and greenhouse experiments were conducted on ten soils (eight alkaline and two acid soils) to study the effect of added P, greenmanuring and cropping on Olsen's P and inorganic soil P fractions. The amount of Olsen's extractable P decreased during first forty days but increased thereafter. Extractable P was higher in green manured soil samples, the effect being higher in Nathupur sand. P fertilization resulted inincrease in all the estimated P fractions. Soils testing low in Olsen's P had a greater percentage increase in saloid P. In alkaline soils, added P transformed more into saloid P and Ca-P while in acid soils, higher amount of Al-P and saloid P was formed. Due to green manure addition, saloid P increased at the expense of other P fractions. Cropping with maize increased saloid P and Ca-P but decreased Fe-P and Al-P. Regression analysis indicated that maize crop utilized more of saloid P and Al-P.
Spin Coating Immobilisation of C-N-TiO2 Co-Doped Nano Catalyst on Glass and Application for Photocatalysis or as Electron Transporting Layer for Perovskite Solar Cells

Producing active thin films coated on supports resolves many issues of powder-based photo catalysis and energy harvesting. In this study, thin films of C-N-TiO2 were prepared by dynamic spin coating of C-N-TiO2 sol-gel on glass support. The effect of spin speed and sol gel precursor to solvent volume ratio on the film thickness was investigated. The C-N-TiO2-coated glass was annealed at 350 °C at a ramping rate of 10 °C/min with a holding time of 2 hours under a continuous flow of dry N2. The C-N-TiO2 films were characterised by profilometry analysis, light microscopy (LM), and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) coupled with energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDS). The outcomes of this study proved that a spin coating technique followed by an annealing process to stabilise the layer could be used for immobilisation of the photo catalyst on glass. The exposure of C-N-TiO2 films to UV radiation induced photocatalytic decolouration of orange II (O.II) dye. The prepared C-N-TiO2 films showed a reasonable power conversion efficiency average (PCE of 9%) with respect to the reference device (15%). The study offers a feasible route for the engineering of C-N-TiO2 films applicable to wastewater remediation processes and energy harvesting in solar cell technologies.
Enhancing Students’ Writing Performance in Higher Learning through Think-Write-Pair-Share: An Experimental Study

Think-Write-Pair-Share (TWPS) is a cooperative learning technique which introduced the idea of ‘wait or think’ time, a powerful factor in improving students’ responses to questions. Although the effectiveness of cooperative learning is widely known, few studies have been conducted using TWPS especially at tertiary level ESL writing classrooms. This study investigated the effects of using TWPS on Malaysian tertiary students’ writing performance and investigated their perceptions on the implementation of the technique in their writing lessons. A mixed method design was employed using both quantitative and qualitative data collection approaches. Data was collected from an experimental study (n=80) and semi-structured interviews (n=10). ‎After receiving TWPS training, students from the experimental group displayed statistically significant improvement in test scores, and higher than those of the control group. Students’ responses illustrated that cooperative learning enhanced students’ learning experience, individual accountability, motivation as well as improved writing skills. Research findings suggest that TWPS should be considered as a promising technique in improving ESL tertiary students’ performance in writing. KEYWORDS: Think-Write-Pair-Share, cooperative learning, writing, ESL
Evaluation of Contractors’ Financial Ability: A Remedy for Performance of Road Construction Infrastructural Projects for Sustainable Cities

Construction of roads in Kenya, particularly done by local contractors, has adversely been faced with serious issues to do with cost overruns, longer periods in completion and above all poor quality upon completion. However, performance of roads in the post-delivery or post construction stage has not keenly been assessed or studied despite poor workmanship. Although financial aspect has been associated with completion road construction projects, studies have not used this predictor variable to study performance. The aim of the study was to establish the influence of financial ability of contractors and performance of road construction infrastructural projects in Nairobi County, Kenya. Both descriptive survey research and correlation research designs were adopted in this study. A target population of 460 comprising all public service vehicle drivers plying Eastern Bypass, and Outer-ring roads in Nairobi, as well as the contractors and engineers from the construction firms in Nairobi County. A sample of 210 was drawn from both categories of respondents and served with interview schedules out of which 153 were returned representing 72.8%. Results from the simple linear regression model revealed that contractors’ financial ability, explains 44.7% total variation in the performance of road construction infrastructural projects. This relationship was established to be lineally positive and strong (r=0.669) and also significant (P=0.000<0.05). The study findings play a vital role in construction project management during evaluation process of selecting effective contractors for better road performance.
Teacher Performance Based on The Visionary Leadership Style of School, Competency and Work Discipline (Study at Muhammadiyah Setiabudi Pamulang College)

The purpose of holding this study was to determine and analyze the influence of the Principal's Visionary Leadership Style, Competence and Work Discipline on Teacher Performance at Muhammadiyah Setiabudi Pamulang. The method used in this research is descriptive method with a quantitative approach. The number of samples used in this study were 100 respondents using saturated sampling technique. The data analysis technique used in this research is validity test, reliability test, normality test, multicollinearity test, heteroscedasticity test, autocorrelation test, simple linear regression, multiple linear regression, coefficient of determination, and F-test. The results of this study are as follows: Simultaneously the principal's visionary leadership style, competence, and work discipline have a positive and significant effect on Teacher Performance at Muhammadiyah Setiabudi Pamulang, this can be proven from the value of Fcount 36.276> Ftable 3.09 with a significant level of 0.000 <0.05, the amount of contribution Principal's visionary leadership style, competence, and work discipline simultaneously on Teacher Performance at Muhammadiyah Setiabudi Pamulang by 53.1%.
Digital Mathematical Games and Students’ Confidence in Technology Use: Assessing Effects on Achievement in Mathematics Test

This study investigated the effects of digital mathematical games and confidence in technology use on achievement in Mathematics test among Lagos State Junior Secondary School students. The design of this study was the quasi-experimental design. The targeted population for this study was Junior Secondary two (2) students in Lagos State, Nigeria. The sample comprised of 40 subjects distributed across 2 groups in two separate schools (20 in experimental group and 20 in control group) purposively selected. The control group was taught using the conventional teaching approach while the experimental group was taught using the mathematical game called “2bases car race”. A mathematics achievement test (essay type) and confidence in technology use scale were used for the study. Two experts (one in mathematics education and one in test and measurement validated the two instruments). Corrections identified were effected before administering them to the study participants. Cronbach alpha was used for the reliability coefficient of the items in “Confidence in technology use” scale using the SPSS software. The reliability coefficient was found to be 0.820. ANCOVA and multiple comparisons were used in testing the three (3) null hypotheses raised. The result of the analysis indicated that the main effect of treatment and “Confidence in technology use” were not statistically significant. It was recommended that further researches using advanced and abstract topics in mathematics be carried out. Keywords: Effects, Digital Games Mathematics, Confidence in Technology use, Achievement, Test
Analysis of non-genetic and genetic influences underlying the growth of Kajli lambs

Data on 2931 Kajli lambs, born from 2007 to 2018, were used to quantify environmental and genetic effects on growth performance of Kajli sheep. Traits considered for evaluation were birth weight (BWT), 120-day adjusted weight (120DWT), 180-day adjusted weight (180DWT), 270-day adjusted weight (270DWT), and 365-day adjusted weight (365DWT). Fixed effects of year of birth, season of birth, sex, birth type, and dam age on these traits were evaluated using linear procedures of SAS, 9.1. Similarly, BWT, 120DWT, 180DWT, and 270DWT were used as fixed effects mixed model analyses. Variance components, heritability and breeding values were estimated by restricted maximum likelihood. The genetic trend for each trait was obtained by regression of the estimated breeding values (EBV) on year of birth. Analyses revealed substantial influence of birth year on all traits. Sex and birth type were the significant sources of variation for BWT and 120DWT. Season of birth did not influence birth weight meaningfully, but had a significant role in the expression of 120DWT, 180DWT, and 270DWT. Heritability estimates were generally low (0.003 ± 0.018 to 0.099 ± 0.067) for all traits. With the exception of the genetic correlation of 180DWT and 365DWT, the genetic correlations between trait were strong and positive. Only 365DWT had a positive genetic trend. Although the heritability estimates for almost all weight traits were low, high and positive genetic correlations between BWT and other weight traits suggest that selection based on BWT would result in the improvement of other weight traits as a correlated response.Keywords: bodyweight, breeding value, genetic correlation, sheep
Prevalence oF Enterobacteriaceae in raw milk and some dairy products

Objective: This study was performed to detect and identify members of Enterobacteriaceae in raw milk, yoghurt and ice cream to assess their hygienic quality. Methods: A total number of 200 samples distributed as follows:100 raw milk, 25 small and 25 large scale plain yoghurt, and 25 small and 25 large scale ice cream samples collected from different localities at Kafr El-Sheikh Governorate and examined for Enterobacteriaceae count and identification of members. Results: Enterobacteriaceae were detected in 84% of examined raw milk samples (with mean count of 1.02x106 + 1.98x105 cfu/ml), 40% and 32% of examined small and large scale plain yoghurt samples (with mean value of 6.95x103 + 4x103 and 1.57x103 + 8.95x102 cfu/g), while detected in 64% and 20% of examined small and large scale ice cream samples (with mean count of 1.02x104 + 4.13x103 and 1.4x103 + 8.26x102 cfu/g). The most frequent members isolated were Hafnia alive (30.95%), E. coil (44.44%), and Serratia marcescens (57.14%) from positive raw milk, yoghurt, and ice cream samples, respectively. Other members of Enterobacteriaceae were isolated from positive samples at different percentages. Conclusion: Presence of members of Enterobacteriaceae is a reliable index of fecal contamination and the possibility of the presence of associated enteric pathogenic organisms. So, it is recommended to specify Enterobacteriaceae as a sanitary index of milk and dairy products in the Egyptian food acts and regulations.
Changes in the Function of Allotment Gardens in an Attractive Location Based on the Example of Tri-City in Poland

Allotment gardens are quite common in many European countries. In particular, they are an important part of the urban space in Central and Eastern Europe. They served to improve the inhabitants’ physical and mental well-being during the communist period and relieved the family budget thanks to their own crops. The article analyzes the functioning of allotment gardens in Poland based on the example of the Tri-City, with particular emphasis on allotment gardens in a prestigious, attractive location. Several research questions were asked regarding the change of the traditional function related to growing fruit and vegetables towards the modern function related to recreation and relaxation. A thesis was put forward that the attractive, seaside location of one of the allotment gardens on the border of Gdańsk and Sopot favors the dynamics of the changes in the function. New garden houses often resemble residential apartments in terms of comfort and function and are used for commercial rent during the summer, even though this is prohibited. In the study, the methods of a field query as well as a questionnaire survey and an in-depth interview were applied to check the state of the allotment holders’ knowledge on the applicable regulations regarding the functions of allotment gardens and their development, the size of garden houses and the rules of staying in the gardens, in particular living there. The questionnaire research and in-depth interviews were conducted at the beginning of 2020. The questionnaire research was conducted in February and March, and the in-depth interviews in May. The most pressing issues concerned the changing functions of allotment gardens and the perception of these changes by allotment owners who have gardens in a traditional form of cultivation. This study also allowed looking at possible neighborhood conflicts that may arise from a change in the function, in particular from the construction of houses with residential facilities, which encourages permanent residence in them, and sometimes subletting to tourists due to their attractive coastal location. The study helped to deepen the knowledge on the functioning of allotment gardens and transforming their functions into residential ones during the summer season. The obtained results show that nearly 60% of the surveyed respondents believe that seasonal occupation of allotment gardens should be allowed if their owners wish to do so. Most of the respondents encountered the problem of abnormal buildings and believe that the regulations in this respect should be followed. At the same time, they do not think that it is causing any problems for them. Conducting in-depth interviews, the information was obtained that the change of functions does not affect the existing, traditional users, and they mostly accept the changes taking place.
Preparation, health benefits and applications of resistant starch—a review

Resistant starch (RS) encompasses those forms of starch, which are not accessible to human digestive enzymes and are fermented in the colon producing short chain fatty acids. Because of its unique physicochemical and functional properties resistant starch finds use in wide range of food products and yields high quality products. It has recently gained substantial importance due to its positive impact on health. Among the health benefits include improvement of colonic health and microflora, management of diabetes, lower glycemic index and blood cholesterol levels, reduced bilestone formation, increased mineral absorption, and potential to modify fat oxidation. Technically RS can be produced by different physical, enzymatic and chemical modifications. This article reviews about types of resistant starch, sources, preparation, health benefits, and applications of resistant starch.
Dynastic Control Without Ownership: Evidence from Post-War Japan

Dynastic-controlled firms are led by founding family CEOs while the family owns an insignificant share of equity (defined as less than five percent). They represent 7.4% of listed firms in post-war Japan, include well-known firms such as Casio, Suzuki and Toyota, and are often grouped with widely-held firms in the literature. These firms differ in key performance measures from both traditional family firms and non-family firms, and evolve from the former as equity-financed growth dilutes the founding family's ownership over time. In turn, the transition from dynastic control to non-family status is driven by a diminution of strategic family resources.
Antimicrobial and antioxidant properties of some commercial essential oils

The essential oil composition of Cananga odorata, Boswellia thurifera, Cymbopogon citratus, Marjorana hortensis, Ocimum basilicum, Rosmarinus officinalis, Cinnamomum zeylanicum and Citrus limon was analysed by GC and GC–MS, and their antimicrobial and antioxidant activity tested. Twenty-five different genera of bacteria and one fungal species were used in this study as test organisms. These included animal and plant pathogens, food poisoning and spoilage bacteria and the spoilage fungus Aspergillus niger. The volatile oils exhibited considerable inhibitory effect against all the tested organisms. The oils also demonstrated antioxidant capacities, comparable with α-tocopherol and butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT). The method adopted in this study was the modified thiobarbituric acid reactive species (TBARS) assay. The antioxidant activity was carried out under different conditions by using egg yolk and rat liver in the absence and presence of the radical inducer 2,2′-azobis (2-amidinopropane) dihydrochloride (ABAP). © 1998 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.