Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Testing the Fisher’s Temperament Model on a Croatian Sample

According to Helen Fisher’s theory of temperament, which is founded on a biological basis, there are four dimensions of temperament: Curious/Energetic, Cautious/Social-Norm Compliant, Analytical/Tough-Minded, and Prosocial/Empathetic. The aim of this research was to test the relationship of these dimensions of temperament to some socio-demographic characteristics and relationship characteristics in a sample of young adult subjects. The sample consisted of 846 participants who were in the age range from 18 to 40 years. Participants filled out online Fisher’s Temperament Inventory and sociodemographic data were collected. The results showed that men were more Analytical/Tough-Minded in comparison to women, whilst women were more Prosocial/Empathetic in comparison to men. Members of a particular religion, in relation to those who were not religious, were more Cautious/Social Norm Compliant. The better educated individuals did not differ from the less educated regarding the temperament dimension Curious/Energetic. As expected, more conservative participants were more Cautious/Social Norm Compliant and less Prosocial/Empathetic than the more liberal. Individuals who had a stronger opinion about sex as an essential part of a successful relationship, were more Curious/Energetic and Analytical/Tough-Minded and less Cautious/Social Norm Compliant compared to those who had a less expressive opinion about that. These results are in line with the initial hypotheses and further evaluation of the Fisher’s temperament model is needed.
DESIGN AND NUMERICAL CHARACTERIZATION OF A NEW LEG EXOSKELETON FOR HUMAN NEUROMOTOR REHABILITATION

This paper addresses attention to a design for an exoskeleton used on human locomotion purposes in case of people with neuromotor disorders. The design core is focused on two planar-parallel mechanisms implementation at the knee and ankle joints level of each leg exoskeleton. Thus, numerical simulations for the design process were carried out in order to validate the engineering feasibility of the proposed leg exoskeleton.
Cost savings from managing hypertension in primary health care clinics in Kuwait

Background: Generic medications are one of the most common solutions for bringing down pharmaceutical costs for both patients and health care providers. Efforts to increase uptake of generics include policies to support generic substitution and prescription. The aim of this study is to estimate the total cost of drugs prescribed by physicians in selected primary health care centers for managing hypertension and the potential cost savings from substituting generic drugs for branded ones. Methods and Findings: One thousand patients with hypertension were randomly selected from the Primary Care Information System database from among patients who sought treatment at three primary health care centers from Al-Jahra governorate in Kuwait from January to December 2018. Generic antihypertensive drugs were substituted for branded ones, and cost savings were calculated by referring to the International Drug Price Indicator Guide. The mean age of 1,000 patients was 57.01 (SD = 11.82) years. Most (57.4%) of the patients were females, and 50.2% were Kuwaitis. The mean number of drugs per prescription was 1.78 (SD = 1.25; range: 1 to 9 drugs). The total number of drugs prescribed was 1,781, with a total cost of KD 10,093 and with a mean of KD 10.09 (SD = 7.34). Only 71 generic drugs had been prescribed, making the generic prescription rate 4.0%. The total number of antihypertensive drugs prescribed was 1,206 (mean: 1.21; SD = 0.46), with a cost of KD 7,678.5 (mean = KD 7.68; SD = 4.06) and with ACE inhibitors as the most prescribed class at 32.19%. Eight hundred ninety antihypertensive drugs were substituted for 774 patients at estimated cost savings of KD 5,675; that is, substituting generic drugs reduced antihypertensive drug cost by 74%. Conclusion: Generic drug prescription appears to be low among primary care physicians in health care centers in Kuwait, but these centers could see substantial cost savings from substituting generic antihypertensive drugs for branded ones. Active interventions are needed to encourage generic prescription among health practitioners to reduce the overall pharmaceutical expenditures.
Financial Distress of Registered Banking in Indonesia STOCK Exchange: Review of the Good Corporate Governance Aspect and Banking Performance

This study aims to analyse the effect of good corporate governance (GCG) mechanisms and financial performance on the Financial Distress of banks listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange. What utilized a quantitative approach to collect the data. And the causal research design is used to examine the influences. The research population was 45 banks which are listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in 2019. The sample of this research was 15 banks that met the sampling criteria by purposive sampling. The results showed that Institutional, Managerial, Independent Commissioner Board Composition, Audit Committee, CAR, and LDR significantly affected financial distress. The Non-Performing Loan (NPL) has a positive and significant impact on economic desperation.
AN INVESTIGATION ON THE EXPERIENCES ON WOMEN LEADERS OF THE SELECTED SCHOOLS IN THE GAMPAHA DISTRICT IN SRI LANKA

Aim of this study was to explore the educational leadership experiences of women working in the Gampaha district government schools. While much research about women leadership had been carried out, very little has been undertaken in Sri Lanka. This study was in the nature of an interpretive paradigm, and qualitative research method was employed. The specific focus of this research design had emerged out to achieve following objectives: Identify the selection methods used in appointing women leaders in schools, challenges are faced by women leaders in schools, leadership styles were used by women leaders, and the training women leaders have undergone before taking up their leadership positions. Research data was gathered using semi-structured interview method from three principals, three deputy principals and three sectional heads from three 1 AB schools. Purposive and random sampling techniques were used to select sample in this study. Nine educational leaders were selected since this study expected to get an in depth understanding of the study phenomenon. Data gathered were analyzed using thematic analytical approach. This study revealed that most of the women leaders were appointed through formal selection procedures while some leaders were appointed through informal selection mechanisms. The women in the domestic sphere were found as a challenge to fulfillment of their leadership responsibilities. There was no initial leadership or management training for most of the women leaders before taking up their leadership roles. There was lack of consultation and support from higher officers and the other women leaders especially in problematic situations. Women leaders identified with the collaborative style of leadership, the women had low self confidence and low self esteem which inhibited them in their leadership role. It is recommended that to give appropriate management training to the women leaders and build up a team leadership environment in the school.
Physicochemical and Sensory Characteristics of Banana Blossom Nuggets

Bananas blossom or known as bananas flowers are one of the Musa genus and can be discovered in many parts of the world, especially in Southeast Asia. It has a wide variety of benefits such as promoting heart health, anti-microbial, improves digestion and also slow aging process. However, some people especially kids and teenagers do not like it as the flower is starchy and slightly bitter, with more vegetal flavors, entirely different than the mature banana fruit. Thus, this study was conducted to evaluate physicochemical properties and consumer preference of Banana blossom nugget, BBN formulated with different percentage of banana blossom and potato flour. Three formulations of BBN were prepared with the percentage of banana blossom to potato flour of BBN were: A (65:25), B (60:30) and C (50:40). Data obtained was analyzed using SPSS software version 17.0. Results found that BBN with formulation C was significantly higher (p 0.05) was observed in the sensory scores of BBN for color and texture. However, there was significantly higher (p<0.05) for aroma and lower for flavor of formulation A compared to another BBN. However, hedonic test found that consumers preferred (p<0.05) formulation A and B compared to C. The BBN which contained percentage of banana blossom to potato flour (65:25) was the most preferred by consumer in term of color, aroma and flavor compared to all BBN. This finding showed that formulation of BBN with banana blossom with potato flour could be accepted by consumers but further research should be focused on the optimized amount of banana blossom in the BBN. Thus, the physicochemical and sensory analysis should be improved by compared to a commercial brand of chicken or beef nugget.
An Extended Control Algorithm in PV-ZSI Capacitor-Assisted with Allowable Boundary

This paper proposed an extended controller on capacitor voltage control (CVC) for Z-source inverter (ZSI) network when it is applied on the PV generation. The improved controller has been combined with the existing MPPT algorithm. Currently, the existing CVC has some drawback as it produces an unnecessary shoot-through signal period which caused the capacitor voltage at ZSI not to be constantly maintained. Therefore, the modified algorithm has been included by a deviation of the shoot-through duty cycle. It is to enhance the existing CVC performance and increase the effectiveness of the whole PV generation whenever the input PV irradiation is changed. At the same time, it is also able to maintain a constant dc-link voltage at ZSI. This proposed control algorithm has been verified throughout simulation tests using linear and non-linear loads by observing the constant dc-link capacitor voltage. This proposed controller has also been compared to the conventional CVC with the same load conditions. At the end, the improved controller has shown the ability to maintain the dc-link inverter at PV generation and to limit the shoot-through allowable boundary of the capacitor voltage to not over flow from the rated value. In terms of quality at the output, the proposed controller is able to reduce the total harmonic distortion at the load connections.
Photosensitizers and Exposure Times To Light Showed Tissue Compatibility In Isogenic Mice

Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate the subcutaneous tissue response after different protocols to photodynamic therapy (PDT). In Phase 1, were tested the diode laser (used for 1min) associated to the photosensitizer phenothiazine chloride solution (PCS) in different concentrations. In Phase 2 – the diode laser and LED were tested associated to two different photosensitizers, PCS and Curcumin, in different exposure times of light application. Material and Methods: After 7, 21 and 63-days the animals were euthanized and the subcutaneous tissue processed to histological analysis. Qualitative and semi-quantitative descriptions of the inflammatory process and immunohistochemical technique were performed. The obtained data were analyzed by Kruskal-Wallis and Dunn’s post-test (α = 0.5). Results: On Phase 1, the tissue response was very similar among the groups. For the inflammatory infiltrate, PCS with concentration of 10mg/mL exhibited the most intense reaction (p > 0.05). On Phase 2, at 7-days period, the analyzed parameters presented small magnitude and after 21 and 63-days, all the parameters demonstrated tissue compatibility. Conclusion: Both photosensitizers presented proper tissue compatibility regardless the different concentrations used on Phase 1 and different durations of light exposure on Phase 2. RESUMO
Board structure and dividend smoothing: A case of Pakistani listed firms

The purpose of this study is to empirically examine the effects of ownership and board structure on dividend smoothing for listed non-financial firms for the period 2005-2015 on the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) in the light of agency and information asymmetry theory. Two measures, speed of adjustment and relative volatility are used to estimate dividend smoothing. Tobit regression is used for analyzing the effects of board structure on dividend smoothing measured via speed of adjustment while OLS is used for relative volatility. Additionally, the study applies the technique of principal component analysis (PCA) for board index. The results reveal that firms with large boards have a high level of dividend smoothing in Pakistan. They less frequently increase, cut, initiate and omit dividends. The substitution role of board independence is depicted by the negative association of board independence with dividend smoothing. Furthermore, independent audit committees and dividend smoothing are also found to be negatively associated.
VEGA SCHOOL OF BRAND LEADERSHIP BCOM STRATEGIC BRAND MANAGEMENT HONOURS The Importance of Corporate Social Responsibility for generation Z consumers in their consumer decision-making process

Centennial consumers increased access to information, mass amount of possible consumer choices of brands and their awareness of societal issues is creating a change amongst the younger generation’s consumer decisions (Meyers, 2017). Hence, this research explored the influence of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) on centennials purchase decisions. Research exploratory in design and was conducted using the interpretivist paradigm. The research data was collected using three standardised semi-structured interviews as they allowed the researcher to gain an understanding of the participants subjective point of views and opinions regarding Corporate Social Responsibility and its influence on their decision to make a purchase (Strydom et al., 2017: 173-194). Interviews were conducted in locations the participants chose and where they were able to meet, whereby qualitative data was collected from the centennial consumer participants and was analysed using thematic content analysis. This process allowed for the exploration of the themes embedded in the data collected transcripts (Braun and Clarke, 2006: 77-101). Findings were interpreted and indicated that CSR positively influences centennial consumers purchase decision in both direct and indirect ways and that a brands pursuit of including CSR in their operations had positive affiliations. However, In saying that it does have an influence in their purchase decisions, the importance of its consideration proved very low, and that it can be seen as more of an ‘added benefit’ in the eyes of the centennial consumer. Therefore this research contributes to assisting brands and their managers with newly found evidence on CSR’s effective contributions to brand image and influence on consumer decisions and perceptions of the brand (Rozdeba, 2009: 23-25).
Ontogenetic shifts and feeding strategies of 7 key species of Gadiformes in the western Mediterranean Sea: supplementary table 4

2 Centro Oceanográfico de Cádiz Instituto Español de Oceanografía Puerto Pesquero Muelle de Levante s/n 11006 Cádiz, Spain Abstract—The trophic ecology of 7 key species of Gadiformes, the silvery pout (Gadiculus argenteus), Mediterranean bigeye rockling (Gaidropsarus biscayensis), European hake (Merluccius merluccius), blue whiting (Micromesistius poutassou), Mediterranean ling (Molva macrophthalma), greater forkbeard (Phycis blennoides), and poor cod (Trisopterus minutus), in the western Mediterranean Sea was explored. A total of 3192 fish stomachs were examined during 2011–2017 to investigate ontogenetic shifts in diet, trophic interactions (both interspecific and intraspecific), and feeding strategies. The results from applying multivariate statistical techniques indicate that all investigated species, except the Mediterranean bigeye rockling and poor cod, underwent ontogenetic dietary shifts, increasing their trophic level with size. The studied species hold different trophic positions, from opportunistic (e.g., the Mediterranean bigeye rockling, with a trophic level of 3.51) to highly specialized piscivore behavior (e.g., the Mediterranean ling, with a trophic level of 4.47). These insights reveal 4 different feeding strategies among the cooccurring species and size classes in the study area, as well as the degree of dietary overlap. Such information on ecological patterns within a fish assemblage, including species interactions, is often requested by those who aim to implement ecosystem management. Therefore, these findings can be used to improve management of sustainable fisheries in this region.
Benchmarking of the Effects of Salinity on Antioxidant Enzymes Activities, Lipid Peroxidation and H2O2 Levels in the Leaves of Two Zinnia Species

In this study, it was aimed to investigate the effects of salinity, which is an important environmental problem, in the cultivation of ornamental plants (such as zinnia) and irrigation with high salt water, especially on the antioxidant defense mechanism. For this purpose, the two Zinnia species were irrigated by different concentrations of saline water (50, 100, 150, 200 mM NaCl); effects of salinity on superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase (CAT), glutathione reductase (GR) lipid peroxidation (MDA) and hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) in the leaves were determined. The results showed that salinity conspicuously increased SOD, CAT, GR, H2O2 and MDA content at two Zinnia species compared to the control groups. It was found that SOD and CAT enzyme activities increased remarkably with 150 mM NaCl in both Zinnia species, but decreased with 200 mM NaCl.The highest GR enzyme activity was observed in 200mM salt concentration at Zinnia marylandica ‘Double Zahara Fire Improved’. MDA and H2O2 levels were observed higher in Zinnia elegans ‘Zinnita Scarlet’. To conclude; it may be said that these two Zinnia varieties can tolerate salt concentration up to 150 mM. Research Article Article History Received : 26.05. 2020 Accepted : 09.07. 2020
The Effect of Zakat, Foreign Debt and Inflation Toward the Economic Growth of Indonesia Through Consumption in 2010-2019

This study aims to examine the effect of zakat, foreign debt, inflation on economic growth with consumption as an intervening variable. This research uses quantitative methods with time series data. The sample used is as much as 40 for each variable from 2010-2019. This research method uses multiple linear regression analysis. The results showed that zakat has a significant positive effect on consumption, foreign debt and inflation have a positive and insignificant effect on consumption, consumption has a significant positive effect on economic growth, zakat has a significant positive effect on economic growth, foreign debt has a negative and insignificant effect on economic growth. Inflation has a positive and insignificant effect on economic growth. Zakat has a significant positive effect on economic growth through consumption. External debt and domestic inflation have an insignificant positive effect on economic growth through consumption. Citation: Anwar, M. , & Nabila, R. (2021). The Effect of Zakat, Foreign Debt and Inflation Toward the Economic Growth of Indonesia Through Consumption in 2010-2019. Journal of Economics and Regional Science, 1(1), 11-27. Abstraksi Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk meneliti pengaruh zakat, utang luar negeri, inflasi terhadap pertumbuhan ekonomi dengan konsumsi sebagai variabel intervening. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kuantitatif dengan data time seris. Sampel yang digunakan sebannyak 40 untuk masing-masing variabel dari tahun 2010-2019. Metode penelitian ini menggunakan analisis regresi linier berganda. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa zakat berpengaruh positif signifikan terhadap konsumsi, utang luar negeri dan inflasi berpengaruh positif tidak signifikan terhadap konsumsi, konsumsi berpengaruh positif signifikan terhadap pertumbuhan ekonomi, zakat berpengaruh positif signifikan terhadap pertumbuhan ekonomi, utang luar negeri berpengaruh negatif tidak signifikan terhadap pertumbuhan ekonomi, inflasi berpengaruh positif tidak signifikan terhadap pertumbuhan ekonomi. Zakat berpengaruh positif signifikan terhadap pertumbuhan ekonomi melalui konsumsi. Utang luar dan inflasi negeri berpengaruh positif tidak signifikan terhadap pertumbuhan ekonomi melalui konsumsi. Histori Artikel: Pengajuan : 25 Februari 2021 Revisi : 03 Maret 2021 Diterima : 06 Maret 2021
Compare the Efficacy of Corneal Healing Between AS and E-PRP Treatment in Dogs

Corneal ulcer is considered one of the most common ocular surface diseases, it may lead to blepharospasm, photophobia, lacrimation, conjunctival hyperemia, and corneal oedema. Conventional treatments are sometimes not effective in solving the pathological condition therefore blood derivatives which are rich in growth factors were used to accelerate wound healing as well as its ability to induce regeneration of affected tissues. Blood derivatives include autologous serum (AS), eye drops platelets rich plasma (E-PRP). A 6 mm induced corneal wound were performed at the center of the cornea at one eye at a 240 M depth in 20 mongrel dogs. Dogs divided into three groups, E-PRP group (8 dogs) and AS group (8 dogs) and a control group (4 dogs) received normal saline eye drops. All dogs were received 4-time treatment per day until negative fluorescein stain test is obtained. Histological study was performed for 3 dogs (one from each group) two months from the beginning of the experiment. Clinically the E-PRP group showed faster healing time with a significant difference (3.62±0.23 day) from AS group (4.75±0.25 day) and control group (6.75±0.30 day). Histologically, E-PRP group showed more arrangement of the epithelial layers compared with AS group and control group. Aim of our study: to compare the efficacy of AS and E-PRP in the healing of induced corneal wound in dogs. In conclusion, E-PRP and AS showed a significant faster epithelial healing from control group. As well as E-PRP showed also a significant improvement over AS in heling time and quality of regenerated epithelial tissue.