Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Study To Determine The Clinic-Etiologic Profile And Outcome Of AES In Hospitalized Children

Background: Acute encephalitis syndrome (AES) is defined as the acute-onset of fever and a change in mental status (including signs and symptoms such as confusion, disorientation, delirium or coma) and/or new-onset of seizures (excluding simple febrile seizures) in a person of any age at any time of the year. The clinical definition of AES was introduced to facilitate surveillance for Japanese encephalitis (JE), mosquito-borne viral encephalitis. Most AES is considered to be due to a viral-encephalitis, virus like West Nile, Herpes simplex virus, Flaviviruse like JE and dengue are more prevalent in South East Asia. Various subsequent studies confirmed that most AES in India are due to JE, which has been considered as the only major cause of AES in India. Aim: this study was conducted for a better understanding and to determine the clinical profile and outcome of AES in hospitalized children and also to determine the etiology in all cases of AES. Material and Methods: This Cross-sectional, observational study was done the Department of Pediatric, Anugrah Narayan Magadh Medical College and Hospital, Gaya, Bihar, for 13 months. Children between age 1 month to 15 years with the acute onset of fever and a change in mental status such as confusion, disorientation, coma or inability to talk and/or new onset of seizures (excluding simple febrile seizure) were included in study. All cases were investigated Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) analysis, dengue serology, radiological investigation as per clinical presentation. Results: out of 120 AES cases most of them were above 10 years of age (35.83%). Majority of them were males 77(64.17%), and 43(35.83%) were females. Most of the cases were reported during monsoon period 69(57.5%), followed by post-monsoon 39(32.5%) and premonsoon 12(10%). Out of 120 cases, all had fever; 89 (74.17%) had altered sensorium ; 71 (59.17%) had convulsion; 32 (26.67%) had headache; 49 (40.83%) had vomiting. On fundus examination 39 (32.5%) showed papilledema. Out of 120 cases 65(54.17%) had viral etiology, 29 (24.17%) had dengue, 7 (5.83%) had malaria, 5 (4.17%) bacterial etiology, 7 (5.83%) had tuberculosis, 6 (5%) had other causes. Those patients who had shock and need inotropes showed significant mortality (p-value: 0.014). Also those who required mechanical ventilation had significant mortality, out of 33 patients put on mechanical ventilation 19 died which was statistically significant with p -value 0.001. Conclusion: Majority of cases were in the age-group of 1-5 years, with male predominance. The peak in occurrence of cases was during post-monsoon period (October-February).
Thin HMA Overlays in Texas: Mix Design and Laboratory Material Property Characterization

In this interim report, various cold-laid and hot-mix asphalt (HMA) mixes were designed and/or evaluated based on the balanced mix-design concept and the Texas Department Transportation (TxDOT) crack attenuated mix (CAM) special specification (SS) 3109 specification for their potential application as very thin overlay mixes. The research methodology incorporated extensive laboratory testing and field experiments including the Hamburg, overlay, and the ground penetration radar. While exhibiting fairly satisfactory field performance, laboratory results indicated that the cold-laid maintenance mixes are potentially susceptible to moisture damage (stripping). In general, their laboratory performance under the wet Hamburg test and the overlay test was very poor. Their excellent laboratory performance under dry Hamburg testing at ambient temperature suggest that these cold-laid mixes are good for application in dry areas, but they may not perform well under wet conditions or if water infiltrates into the mix. More research is recommended with these mixes. With the HMA mixes, promising laboratory results have been obtained with fine-graded (⅜-inch nominal maximum aggregate size) mixes; predominantly composed of Type F rock and screenings and an asphalt-binder content of over 7 percent. Based on the TxDOT CAM SS 3109 specification, high quality clean Class A aggregates, such as granite, exhibited superior laboratory performance and are recommended. However, acceptable laboratory designs were also obtained with good quality sandstone and limestone materials. As described in this report, the initial field performance of these mixes has been very good and this will be further validated in Year 2 of this study. Draft specifications and guidelines for very thin HMA overlays will be submitted at a later stage after onducting field performance monitoring and evaluations of selected demonstration/implementation projects.
The Effect of Competence, Leadership and Work Environment to the Employee Performance

Rising of social welfare problems like, bad boy, neglected elderly, homeless, poor families etc in Probolinggo reflected the fact that problems are more the strengthened,it is as the consequence of goverment role that more powerful as the center of social economic development.This study used a quantitative approach which is used to analyze certain sample and population that is representative. Research design uses explanatory method which explained the effects of each variables. Population of this study are all of the employees in Social Department Probolinggo that are 52 person. This study also uses inteviews and documentaries for completing. Data analysis uses multiple regression analysis and determination test. It can be generalized that competence, leadership, and physical environment significanty positive effect on the employee performance in Social Depatment Probolinggo. The result shows that competence is more influent.
Multiple large shareholders and controlling shareholders’ related-party M&As

ABSTRACT This paper examines the impact of a common ownership structure – multiple large shareholders (MLS) – on controlling shareholders’ related-party mergers and acquisitions (M&As). Using a sample of 2,923 Chinese listed firms from 2003 to 2018, we find that firms with MLS are less likely to initiate controlling shareholders’ related-party M&As and if they do, pay lower M&A premium. Further tests show that the impact of MLS on controlling shareholders’ related-party M&As is more prominent when the relative power of other blockholders is stronger, when MLS are of different identity, when corporate governance mechanism is weaker, and when the agency conflicts are more severe. We also find that the presence of MLS is associated with higher related-party M&A performance. Our results imply that MLS monitor the controlling shareholder and improve governance, and hence restrain related-party M&As.
Statistical association of rs2243250 polymorphism of IL4 gene and hemorrhagic stroke in Brazilian population

Interleukin-4 (IL-4) has great significance in inflammatory processes in cases of stroke, since it is able to polarize microglia to the anti-inflammatory phenotype called M2. This study analyzed if the variation between TT genotype and the other genotypes (CT and CC), in -589 (rs2243250) polymorphism of IL4 gene, has association with the prognosis of hemorrhagic stroke (HS) and with clinical aspects which are risk factors for cerebrovascular diseases. The result of this study shows that there is no statistical association of the IL4 polymorphism with either prognosis or clinical aspects in HS patients.
EVALUATION OF STATE-OF-THE-ART VOC MODELS

Determination of vehicle operating costs (VOC) relies on surveys, mechanistic modelling and statistical analysis. Naturally, estimates obtained by models developed from these efforts differ. This paper discusses the technological, regulatory and economic factors that limit the transferability of previously developed VOC data to current North American conditions. The following models are then reviewed with respect to VOC estimation methodology and transferability: the Texas Research and Development Foundation (TRDF) model, the World Bank's HDM-III, the Australian ARFCOM and NIMPAC, the Swedish VETO, the British COBA, the NZVOC from New Zealand, and the South African VOC methodology. Only VETO and ARFCOM stand up to the test, but VETO is not available for a personal computer and ARFCOM is restricted to fuel consumption. (a)
Operations Tempo and Turnover Intentions: An Exploratory Study of the Air Force's Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Career Field and Development of the Air Force Civil Engineer Retention Questionnaire

Abstract : From a managerial perspective, the attraction and retention of high-quality employees is more important today than ever before (Holtom, Mitchell, Lee, & Eberly, 2008). This continuing growth of importance with regards to retention has validated the efforts of many studies within the context of turnover to better understand the relationship between these behaviors. Employers want to know what the reasons are for employee turnover. However, more importantly is that once behaviors are identified the employers are then equipped with a better understanding of how this relationship can be controlled. This relationship also has significant importance within the military structure because of its difference when compared to other firms and organizations. As military operations continue to develop and requirements continue to grow, it is critical to maintain continuity through retention of experienced, high-quality members. The United States military relies solely on training and developing its young members to grow into the senior leaders of its organization; it does not recruit senior executives from outside the organization to function as the senior leaders. The uniqueness of this structure within the United States military expresses in itself the importance of retention and controlling turnover among its members. As a result to this form of operation, Congress, the Department of Defense, and military commanders are concerned by the increased rates of turnover (Huffman, Adler, Dolan, & Castro, 2005). The purpose of this study intends to address this concern.
DES of the Flow Around a High Speed Train under the Influence of Wind Gusts

Detached eddy simulation of flow around a highspeed train exiting a tunnel and passing through a region of varying crosswind is presented. Results using two crosswind profiles with different velocity amplitudes during and after the train’s passage are compared. The flow surrounding the train after the passage through the varying crosswind velocity profile was found to return to a flow similar to that before the exit from the tunnel in case when the final crosswind velocity is zero. Thus the flow seems to forget the passage through the wind gust.
The Influence of Training, Work Experience, and Competence on Employee Performance at Surabaya Husada Utama Hospital

The purpose of this research are for known as training, work experience, and competence towards improving employee performance in Surabaya Rs Husada Utama. This research is a quantitave. The population and samples are based upon questionnaire that had been given to 56 respondesnts of Rs Husada Utama nurse in Surabaya. Data retrieval techniques by interview, observation and questionnaire. Data analysis that had been use are validity test, reability test, classic assumption test, and multiple linier analysis test. The research shows that training (x1) and work experience (x2) and competence (x3) has a significant correlation towards employee performance (Y) the value is < 0,05.
Strategic Asset Management of Water Supply and Wastewater Infrastructures

Water and Wastewater companies operating all around the world have faced rising asset management and replacement costs, often to levels that are financially unsustainable. Management of investment needs, while meeting regulatory and other goals, has required: These papers developed from LESAM 2007 for inclusion in Strategic Asset Management of Water Supply and Wastewater Infrastructures are focused on the techniques, technologies and management approaches aiming at optimising the investment in infrastructure while achieving demanded customer service standards, and they provide an opportunity to gain access to the latest discussion and developments at the leading-edge in this field. This book will be essential reading for utility operators and managers, regulators and consultants. ISBN: 9781843391869 (Print) ISBN: 9781780401720 (eBook)
The Effect of Product Knowledge, Perceive of Fullness and Promotion to Intention to Use Electronic Money Server Based

Money has developed rapidly over time as payment tools. The development of money is also influenced by the development of electronic money generating information technology. The volume of transactions and the value of electronic money have recently increased as customer demands for payment tools have increased. Many factors affect the desire of consumers to use electronic money. The objective of the study is to analyze the effect of product knowledge and promotion on the purpose of using an electronic money-based server. This study was conducted at Muhammadiyah Pekajangan Pekalongan Faculty of Economics and Business University, where a total sample of 183 people were taken using a targeted sampling method. Using analysis data, data processing includes validity tests, trustworthiness tests, normality tests, multicollinearity tests, heteroscedasticity tests, linear regression tests, F-tests, t-tests, and determination coefficients. The results of this study showed that all variables are positive. The usefulness has the greatest influence on purpose as the coefficient of regression is 0.722. and the product knowledge has a coefficient of regression 0.204.
Impact of Friction Reduction Technologies on Fuel Economy for Ground Vehicles

Abstract : These briefing charts discuss: overview of petroleum consumption -- How much do we actually use? How does tribology (friction and wear) fit into the equation? If we get rid of all friction, how big of an impact will a "frictionless" engine have on petroleum consumption. If we reduce friction by x% how much petroleum can we save? What's the difference between commercial and military applications? What's being done (research) to reduce petroleum consumption, or, improve energy security?
Linguistic landscaping in medical settings

The field of linguistic landscape (LL) is concerned with monolingual and bi/-multilingual patterns and practices enacted on ‘public road signs, advertising billboards, street names, place names, commercial shop signs, and public signs on government buildings’ (Landry & Bourhis, 1997: 25). Since the publication of Landry and Bourhis’ (1997) research study, much more attention has been paid towards LL research, especially after the appearance of a Linguistic Landscape special issue of the International Journal of Multilingualism 3(1) (2006) (reproduced as the book Linguistic Landscape: A New Approach to Multilingualism [Gorter, 2006]). There has also been increased discussion of specific locations, such as multilingualism in Tokyo (Backhaus, 2007), English in the neighbourhoods of Johor Bahru City in Malaysia (McKiernan, 2019), and Jawi, an endangered orthography in the Malaysian LL (Coluzzi, 2020).
EFFECT OF AEROBIC EXERCISE ON ENDOTHELIAL CELL FUNCTION AND VASCULAR ENDOTHELIAL GROWTH FACTOR EXPRESSION IN NONALCOHOLIC FATTY LIVER RAT MODEL

This work aimed to assess presence of angiogenesis in nonalcoholic fatty liver disease and to evaluate the possible role of exercise on endothelial function, as anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidative and anti-angiogenic therapy in preventing the progression of NAFLD in rats. Rats were separated into 2 main groups, G I which was subdivided into 3 subgroups, GI a: 4weeks control, GI b: 4weeks HFD, G I c: 4weeks HFD +exercise; GII which was subdivided into 3 subgroups, GII a: 12weeks control, GII b: 12weeks HFD and GII c: 12 weeks HFD +exercise. Blood glucose, serum insulin, HOMA-IR, lipid profile, CRP, SOD, MDA and ROS were measured. Moreover, histopathological and immunohistochemical studies (VEGF, iNOS) were examined. The results showed that 4 and 12weeks HFD induced simple steatosis and non-alcoholic steatohepatitis in GI b and II b, respectively associated with significant decrease in serum and hepatic TNOX which was more obvious in GII b. Significant improvement in endothelial hepatic function, metabolic, inflammatory, oxidative stress and histopathological parameters was found in GI c and II c. It can be concluded that the impairment in endothelial function and and expression of VEGF in HFD groups can be improve by physical exercise suggesting a beneficial role for exercise on hepatic endothelial function.
THE EFFECT OF TRACK AND VEHICLE PARAMETERS ON WHEEL/RAIL VERTICAL DYNAMIC FORCES

The railway track and vehicle combination comprises heavy rigid wheels running on heavy rails. Imperfections in either will give rise to dynamic effects which increase with speed. These will supplement the contact forces which, on perfect track with perfect wheels, are basically the static wheel loads. The commercial necessity for higher speeds and greater axle loads has been established and this historical trend will probably continue. Forces and stresses will therefore become more severe unless technical progress is made in track and vehicle design. In this context, close co-operation between the Civil and the Mechanical Engineer is essential. Track must have a high standard of alignment and level and maintenance quality must be improved as far as practicable. The forces that the rails and track structure will withstand must also be specified. New vehicles, particularly those for high speed operation or with heavy axle loads, must not generate excessive track forces.
Changes in Practitioners’ Attitudes, Perceived Training Needs and Self-Efficacy over the Two-Year Implementation of an Evidence-Based Parenting Program

Background: Evidence-based family support programs such as the Triple P – Positive Parenting Program have the potential to enhance the well-being of children and families. However, they cannot achieve their expected outcomes if insufficient attention is paid to the implementation process. It has been demonstrated that practitioners’ attitudes towards evidence-based programs (EBPs), perceived training needs and self-efficacy for working with parents influence implementation outcomes (e.g., program acceptability, adoption, adherence and sustainability). At the same time, the experience of being involved in the implementation process of an EBP could enhance practitioners’ perceptions of the initiative. This study aimed to assess changes in practitioner’s attitudes, perceived training needs and self-efficacy over a two-year EBP implementation process, in interaction with their appraisal of their organization’s capacity to implement the EPB Methods: In the province of Quebec, Canada, Triple P was implemented and evaluated in two communities. Ninety-nine practitioners from various organizations completed questionnaires shortly before their training in Triple P and two years later. Results: Findings show that practitioners who displayed more initial skepticism regarding their organization’s capacity to implement the program reported greater improvements in attitudes over time, while practitioners who showed more optimism at baseline reported a greater decrease in their perceived training needs. Practitioners’ self-efficacy increased moderately regardless of perceived organizational capacity. Conclusions: These results are encouraging given that more positive perceptions of EBPs could foster the systematic use of these programs in communities, for the potential benefit of a greater number of families.
Acoustic timescale characterization of hot spot detonability

MICHAEL KURTZ Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering Iowa State University *** Premixed reactive mixtures of fuel and oxidizer often contain regions of higher temperature. These regions of raised temperature are generally called hot spots and have been shown to be the autoignition center in reactive mixtures. Linear temperature gradients and thermal stratification are often used to characterize their behavior. In this work, hot spots are modeled as a linear temperature gradient adjacent to a constant temperature plateau. This approach retains the simplicity of a linear temperature gradient, but captures the effects of a local temperature maximum of finite size. A one-step Arrhenius reaction for H2-Air is used to model the reactive mixture.
Assessing the effect of auditing on bank’s financial performance: A panel regression analysis, evidence from Ghana

The paper aimed to find if the internal audit committees and their independence have any significant effect on banks’ financial performance. The data used in our paper is an annual time series data spanning 2014 and 2019. The study conducted a panel data regression analysis after going through the Hausman test to select the Random Effect model for estimation. The paper again used data six banks selected from the PWC-2019 banking survey. The study presents results that showed that there are some statistically insignificant effects of our main regressor thus Audit, bank’s financial performance for selected banks within the period of study. The study rather found bank’s cost-to-income ratio have a significant negative effect on financial performance. This is true because the more efficient a bank is, the more it cuts down on avoidable costs to increase its financial performance. on the financial performance of these firms in Jordan. The study