Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Social Jetlag and Emerging Adults’ Performance in a Behavioral Weight Loss Trial

Social jetlag (SJ)—the shift in sleep timing between workdays and free days—is linked to deleterious cardiometabolic outcomes. SJ is greatest among emerging adults, who are already at high risk for overweight/obesity and experience suboptimal weight loss outcomes. Goals of this ancillary study were to assess SJ among emerging adults enrolled in a 6-month behavioral weight loss trial and examine the association between SJ and treatment outcomes. Bedtime/waketime were self-reported at baseline, and program engagement was monitored throughout the intervention. Weight, waist circumference, and body fat percentage were measured at baseline and post-treatment. Participants (N = 282) reported 1.5 hours of SJ on average, with 30.5% reaching the threshold for clinical significance. There were no significant associations between SJ and program engagement nor between SJ and change in adiposity. Life transitions and chaotic schedules are common during emerging adulthood; thus, further research is needed to capture nuanced patterns of sleep disruption.
Allometric growth in larval and juvenile blackhead seabream Acanthopagrus schlegelii (Bleeker, 1854) (Peciformes: Sparidae)

Allometric growth in larvae and juvenile blackhead seabream Acanthopagrus schlegelii (Bleeker, 1854) was studied. In the larval head, snout length, snout-gill slit distance, interocular distance and mouth width showed positive allometric growth, while eye diameter and head height showed negative allometric growth. In the head of juveniles, interocular distance and mouth width showed negative allometric growth, while all other organs showed positive allometric growth. In larval body, body thickness showed positive allometric growth, while all other body parts showed negative allometric growth. In the juvenile body, caudal peduncle length, caudal peduncle height and body thickness showed positive allometric growth, while head length, body height, trunk length and tail length showed negative allometric growth. All of the larval swimming structures (the dorsal fins, pectoral fins, pelvic fins, anal fins and caudal fins) showed positive allometric growth. The rapid development of key organs in the blackhead seabream after the initiation of exogenous nutrition allows for a significant increase in viability with minimal metabolic loss. The information generated through this study can provide a framework for understanding how blackhead seabream responds developmentally to challenging external pressures during their early life.
Nutritional response of Zea mays L. seedlings to “on plant demand” fertilizer: A vector analysis approach

ABSTRACT Glass matrix based fertilizers (GMF) are new mineral fertilizers, able to release nutrients on the basis of plant demand: they are soluble only in metal complexing solutions, such as those exuded by plant roots. Moreover, nutrient release could be increased by mixing the glass-matrix fertilizer to different organic biomasses, such as leather meal, digested vine vinasse, etc. A greenhouse pot experiment was conducted for assessing the effect of an organo-mineral fertilizer, obtained by mixing GMF with increasing percentages of digested vine vinasse [DVV, at 5% (GMF95), 20% (GMF80) and 50% (GMF50) w/w], on the root and shoot biomass and nutritional status of Zea mays L. seedlings. Among tested fertilizers, the formulations GMF80 and GMF50 gave the best results as shoot/root ratio. The treatments with GMF, GMF95 and GMF80 gave rise to a significant increase of both shoot and root biomass and a tendency to increase the macro and micronutrients availability.
Older Adults’ Online Shopping Continuance Intentions: Applying the Technology Acceptance Model and the Theory of Planned Behavior

ABSTRACT This study investigates the online shopping continuance intentions of older adults in the United States, focusing on two characteristics of this demographic (perceived lack of shopping mobility and perceived social isolation) based on the Technology Acceptance Model and the Theory of Planned Behavior. Structural equation modeling was conducted with a sample of 366 U.S. adults born in or before 1965. Perceived lack of shopping mobility was positively related to the perceived usefulness of online shopping, which was also positively related to attitudes and intentions to continue online shopping. Perceived social isolation was positively related to subjective norms but negatively to perceived behavioral control. Perceived behavioral control was positively related to online shopping continuance intentions, but subjective norms were not. The findings of this study will help e-retailers understand the factors influencing older adults’ perceptions, attitudes, and online shopping continuance intentions.
Anisotropic Lattice Strain and Mechanical Degradation of High- and Low-Nickel NCM Cathode Materials for Li-Ion Batteries

In the near future, the targets for lithium-ion batteries concerning specific energy and cost can advantageously be met by introducing layered LiNixCoyMnzO2 (NCM) cathode materials with a high Ni content (x ≥ 0.6). Increasing the Ni content allows for the utilization of more lithium at a given cell voltage, thereby improving the specific capacity but at the expense of cycle life. Here, the capacity-fading mechanisms of both typical low-Ni NCM (x = 0.33, NCM111) and high-Ni NCM (x = 0.8, NCM811) cathodes are investigated and compared from crystallographic and microstructural viewpoints. In situ X-ray diffraction reveals that the unit cells undergo different volumetric changes of around 1.2 and 5.1% for NCM111 and NCM811, respectively, when cycled between 3.0 and 4.3 V vs Li/Li+. Volume changes for NCM811 are largest for x(Li) < 0.5 because of the severe decrease in interlayer lattice parameter c from 14.467(1) to 14.030(1) A. In agreement, in situ light microscopy reveals that delithiation leads to differe.
Assessment of phosphorus release from alluvial sediments using single extraction: a case study in Can Gio, Southern Vietnam

some work has been done to understand the behaviour of nutrients in the Can Gio mangrove Abstract: Sediment-water interaction is a complicated process; hence, it is essential to know the potential mobility of an element from sediment to the aquatic environment. In this study, the potential mobility of phosphorus (P) in sediment from Can Gio was investigated. Three single extractions were applied including a mild salt (NH 4 Cl), an acid (HCl), and a base (NaOH) each representing different environmental factors during sediment resuspension. Other geochemical parameters were also determined. The total amount of P in the sediments varied from 320.41 mg/kg to 668.22 mg/kg in five sampling sites. The general range of potential mobility of P decreased as follows: P-mild (3.70-13.13 mg/kg) < P-base (36.80-78.53 mg/kg) < P-acid (133.85-380.57 mg/kg). Although P-acid was not easily released to the environment, its relatively high concentration can affect the aquatic environment when the environment becomes acidic.
Pulp and Paper Making Characteristics of Fibers from Plantation-grown Oxythenantera Abyssinica and Beema Bamboo (A Tissue Cultured Clone from Bambusa Balcooa)

ABSTRACT The alarming global deforestation rate has great impacts on the output of the Pulp and paper Industry since wood is the principal papermaking fiber material. Although, generally, bamboo is an alternative cellulolytic fiber source, the species and culm age have great effects on its papermaking potential. Based on the methods by the International Association of Wood Anatomists (IAWA), this work assessed the characteristics of fibers from the axial culm sections of six-month plantation-grown Oxythenantera abyssinica and Beema bamboo (which was cloned from Bambusa balcoaa) for paper production. The lengths of the fibers ranged from 1.89 to 2.39 mm while the diameters were 0.025–0.031 mm. The fiber lumen diameter and wall thickness were 0.014–0.018 mm and 0.004–0.006 mm, respectively. Fibers from the species had their runkle ratios below 1, slenderness ratios above 70 and flexibility ratios above 50. These characteristics compare well with the recommendations for fibers often used for the production of packaging, writing and printing papers. Establishment of plantations of Beema bamboo and O. abyssinica is encouraged as they will serve as good raw material base for the paper industry within six months of planting. Additionally, their planting will contribute to meeting Sustainable Development Goals 1 and 13.
Assessing risk management in Brazilian social projects: a path towards sustainable development

ABSTRACT Social projects are an important mean to reduce social problems and they have an increased relevance in contexts of high social inequalities, as it is the case of Brazil. However, the existence of these projects may not be enough, they need to be properly managed, including projects risks. In this context, this paper aims to evaluate the application of risk management in social projects in Brazil. A survey was performed with social project managers and data was analyzed through TOPSIS (Technique for Order of Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution), to rank the items application levels, according to the ISO 31,000’s guidelines. Results provide an overview of Brazilian situation. According to the findings presented, the items related to projects context analysis, and responsibility assignments in the projects were the items better applied, while the items related to the understanding of team members regarding risks in social projects and to the amplitude of risk management in the projects were the items with the worst rank positions. The findings presented here contribute to expand the debates on the subject.
Transformation and mineralization of nitrogenous soil components in the gut of soil-feeding termites

Soil-feeding termites are the most abundant insects in tropical regions and they play important roles in biogeochemical cycles in their ecosystems. They preferentially utilize the peptidic components of soil organic matter for their carbon and energy requirements, thereby affecting the dynamics of N in soils. Here, we report for the first time, the use of N tracers to elucidate the mineralization process in terms of fluxes, and also the subsequent N transformation processes that occur during soil gut passage. Using soil microcosms amended with NH4, we measured rates of N mineralization by Cubitermes spp. , averaging 3.8 ± 0.6 nmol N termite h, which would account up to 50% of the insect’s carbon flux. Annual soil N mineralization fluxes were calculated to be approximately 3.7 kg N ha. Also, coupled nitrification-denitrification in soil microcosms with termites, provided the first evidence of termite-associated nitrification activity. The annual flux of N2 lost via nitrification-denitrification corresponded to ~10% of the organic N mineralized to ammonia. A rapid reduction of nitrate to ammonia via dissimilatory nitrate reduction to ammonia also occurred in incubations with termites (0.19 ± 0.03 μmol N (g dry wt. soil) d); provides a second route by which ammonia is formed in the gut of soil-feeding termites. Because ammonia is the form of N generally utilized by plants and microbes, while nitrate is easily lost from the ecosystem, the conspicuous presence of DNRA in soils inhabited Gross rates of N mineralization and nitrification-denitrification 13 by termites makes these insects a potentially important player in ecosystem N conservation.
INFLUENCE OF THE LAURACEAE FAMILY ON THE DYNAMICS OF A MIXED OMBROPHILOUS FOREST REMNANT

Lauraceae family has one of the highest values of importance in the Mixed Ombrophilous Forest (MOF). The commercial value of some of its species was a reason for intense forest exploitation in the southern region of Brazil. Considering the hypothesis that it provides an essential subsidy for the constitution of this forest type, the aim of this study was to identify and quantify the influence of Lauraceae family in the dynamics of a 15.2 ha MOF remnant. Census data were collected every three years, since 2007, in which all trees with a circumference at 1.3 m height equal to or greater than 30 cm were identified and measured. Dynamics were analyzed by periodic increment in diameter, recruitment, and mortality through the measurement periods, while cluster multivariate analysis and canonical correlation were applied for grouping species and assessing their importance on the forest remnant dynamics. Diameter distribution prognosis of Lauraceae and its species was obtained through a transition matrix. Eleven tree species of Lauraceae family were identified, which showed decreasing diameter distribution and value of importance equals to 9.51%. Using cluster analysis, five groups were obtained, while the canonical correlation of 0.551 was considered moderate and statistically significant by Wilks’ Lambda test. By the projection of diameter distribution, it was verified that the study community is stable and self-regenerative. Although it is considered moderate, the influence of family on the forest remnant tends to increase with the advance of ecological succession.
Effect of leaf spray treatments on rooting and quality of Prunus mahaleb (L.) Cuttings

Cuttings are exposed to several stress factors duri ng rooting. Leaf nutrient sprays may compensate the stress. Six treatments of leaf fertilizers and biostimulators and BA were applied on rooting two cultivars of Prunus mahaleb cuttings. Cuttings were taken from untreated stockplants in late May. Each cut ting was 20 cm long with three leaves each cut in half. On all cuttings’ base, except for untreated ones, 0.2% IBA were applied by dipping in 50% ethanol solution, than inserted i nto perlite and rooted under intermittent mist. The following leaf spray treatments were applied weekly on rooting cuttings from the first to fourth week: Kelpak ® 0.2%, Wuxal ® Ascofol 0.2%, Pentakeep -V 0.05%, Yeald Plus ® 0.15%, early BA 0.2%. The later BA treatment start ed on the 4 th week of rooting. Control was sprayed with tap water . Yeald Plus and Pentakeep -V show some improving tendency in rooting rate compar ed to IBA treated and control (8.9 and 4.0%) on ̔Bogdány’ in average of three years. On ʽMagyar’ cuttings, which can be characterized with low rooting potential, foliar sp rays of Kelpak, Wuxal Ascofol, Pentakeep-V and Yeald Plus ® significantly increased the rooting rate and the f resh weight increment during the rooting, while Pentakeep -V and Yeald Plus ® significantly increased the total dry weight of rooted cuttings.
What Determines Audit Quality of the Inspectorate Officials in Regional Financial Supervision

Objective – This study aims to examine the effect of competence, independence, accountability, and work experience on the audit quality of the Inspectorate Apparatus in regional financial supervision with auditor ethics and reward as moderating variables. Design/methodology – This study used a sample of all inspectorate auditors in Aceh, Indonesia. The sampling technique used was simple random sampling, which resulted in a sample of 80 auditors from a population of 407 auditors. Hypotheses were tested using Moderated Regression Analysis (MRA). Results – The findings prove that competence, independence, accountability, and work experience affect audit quality. Auditor ethics can moderate competence, independence, and accountability for audit quality, but auditor ethics cannot moderate work experience on audit quality. Meanwhile, the reward can moderate competence, independence, accountability, and work experience on audit quality.
Deuteron–nucleus total reaction cross sections up to 1 GeV

ABSTRACT Total reaction cross sections of deuteron, σRd, are calculated by a microscopic three-body reaction model. The reaction model has no free adjustable parameter and applicable to reactions at various deuteron incident energies Ed and with both stable and unstable nuclei. The predicted σRd are consistent with those evaluated by a phenomenological optical potential for Ed ≲ 200 MeV in which the potential has been parametrized. A simple formula of σRd up to Ed = 1 GeV, as a function of Ed, the target mass number A and its atomic number Z, is given.
Fostering task and adaptive performance through employee well-being: The role of servant leadership

In this study, we provide insights on how servant leadership may promote employee performance. We investigate whether the associations between increases in servant leadership and employees’ task and adaptive performance are mediated by changes in the two antipodes of employee well-being: work engagement and burnout. We utilized a two-wave survey data (N = 2453) collected from 34 organizations and latent change score modeling as an analytical approach to examine associations among within-person changes. Our findings showed that increased perceptions of servant leadership were associated with increases in work engagement and decreases in burnout. Increases in work engagement were associated with increases in task performance and four subfacets of adaptive performance (i.e., stress management, reactivity, creativity, and interpersonal adaptivity). Decreases in burnout were associated with increases in task performance. Our findings suggest that improved servant leadership practices may foster employees’ task and adaptive performance especially through the promotion of work engagement. JEL CLASSIFICATION: L200 Firm Objectives, Organization, Behavior: General
Changes of carbon-isotope ratios in soil organic matter relative to parent vegetation and site specificity

Investigating the correlation between biodiversity and ecosystem function in natural environments using carbon-isotope composition (δ13C) allows distinguishing the nutrient cycling pattern and anthropogenic effects incorporation in plants and soil processes. The mechanisms behind the isotopic composition of soil organic matter (SOM) and parent vegetation in relation to the context of site-specificity was approached in this work. Formation of SOM can be affected by the presence of a high concentration of heavy metals in soils. Still, no systematic studies were performed in most of the industrial sites to support this hypothesis. In order to explore this incomplete understood influence, investigation of carbon isotope signatures (d13C) variations in soil organic matter were performed in two industrial areas from Romania (Copșa Mică industrial platform and Baia Sprie mining zone). The current study, also, investigated the C:N ratio variation, as well as the influence of N speciation regarding d13C values of SOM. The decrease in C:N ratio indicated an increasing effect of the microbial products on SOM matter at increasing depth, for both regions, while an increase of the denitrification processes with depth was found for both areas. For the most appropriate depth (20-40 cm), the soil from Baia Sprie region was more enriched in 13C comparing with the soil from Copsa Mica region, and this higher isotope fractionation of SOM might be due to a higher carbon content, respectively a higher nitrogen content of Baia Sprie soil. It was concluded that the SOM of the surface soil in the two investigated regions has an 13C isotopic composition similar to the plant remains from which it was formed, offering an integrated value of plant material, time and the local origin and providing useful markers of tree isotopic composition.
Identification of three independent fern gametophytes and Hymenophyllum wrightii f. serratum from Korea based on molecular data

Colonies of three independent gametophytes (one that is filamentous and two that are ribbon-like) without sporophytes occur in Gyeonggi-do, Gangwon-do, Gyeongsang-do, and Jeju-do, Korea. They have a moss-like appearance at first sight, with tiny plantlets and gemmae, and grow in cool, shaded, relatively deep dint places of large rocks, such as the small caves in high mountains, close to valleys. The gametophytes were identified based on morphological and molecular data by chloroplast DNA (cpDNA) sequence data (rbcL, rps4 gene and rps4-trnS intergenic spacer). Here, rbcL, rps4 gene and rps4-trnS intergenic spacer data of one independent gametophyte distributed in Korea have the same morphology, DNA sequence and monophyletic group as Crepidomanes intricatum from the eastern United States. They also share the same cpDNA data with Crepidomanes schmidtianum recently reported from Korea. The other independent gametophyte should be Hymenophyllum wrightii based on cpDNA data. The last one was presumed to be Pleurosoriopsis makinoi based on molecular data. The taxonomic status was confirmed to be the forma of Hymenophyllum wrightii through a revision of Hymenophyllum wrightii f. serratum based on molecular data.
Supply Chain Management Moderating Effect on the Nexus amid Intensity of Energy Consumption and Accounting Information System

The goal of the existing study is to explore the impact of accounting information system (AIS) and intensity of energy on the effective energy consumption of the sugar industry in Pakistan. The goal also consist upon the moderating role of effectiveness of supply chain on the links of AIS and effective energy consumption, intensity of energy and effective energy consumption. The employees that are related with AIS and supply chain are the respondent and they provide the data by questionnaires and the data was evaluated by employing the effective tool of data analysis named as Smart-PLS. The results show that AIS and intensity of energy have positive link with the effective energy consumption. The findings also show that effectiveness of supply chain positively moderates among the links of AIS and effective energy consumption, intensity of energy and effective energy consumption. The policymakers and the upcoming researchers will be the users of this study who can get guidelines in developing regulation regarding effective energy consumption and also in exploration of this area in future.
Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on the Romanian Labor Market

The present research aims to establish the impact that the current crisis situation the planet is facing, namely the COVID-19 pandemic, has had so far on the Romanian labor force market. In this context, given the lack of information and information regarding this pandemic and its effects, the administration of a questionnaire among the population was considered to identify the research results. The method of semantic differential and the method of ordering the ranks were used for the interpretation of the results. With the help of this questionnaire, it will be possible to answer the question of the research in this study: What are the main effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Romanian labor market? The main results showed that the COVID-19 pandemic affected the Romanian workforce; the respondents of the applied questionnaire claimed that they obtained better results and maintained a similar income, but the health crisis also influenced the mentality of employees, with respondents stating that in the event of changing jobs, they would consider it very important for the new employer to ensure the conditions for preventing and combating COVID-19, as well as complex health insurance. However, analyzing at the macroeconomic level, it was found that the COVID-19 pandemic induced an increase in the number of unemployed people in the Romanian labor market.