Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Adaptive profiles within a broad clinical sample from a transdiagnostic point of view

ABSTRACT Background Current literature mainly focuses on adaptive profiles from a categorical perspective but yields inconclusive results. The present study puts a transdiagnostic approach next to a “classical” categorical approach. Methods In this study, 222 children (5–18 years old) with autism and/or intellectual disability participated. Variance analyses, based on standard scores from ABAS-3 at group-level, were conducted in order to compare adaptive domains within categories. A K-Means cluster analysis was used to delineate empirically derived clusters with a similar profile of difference scores at an individual level. Chi-square tests and variance analyses were used to investigate the distribution of variables across clusters. Results From a categorical perspective, results were in line with current literature. A transdiagnostic perspective revealed three adaptive profiles (Homogeneous, Social, and Practical). No perfect match was found between specific adaptive profiles and diagnostic categories. Conclusions A transdiagnostic perspective sheds light on the heterogeneity within and the overlap across diagnostic categories.
YCl3-Substituted CsPbI3 Perovskite Nanorods for Efficient Red-Light-Emitting Diodes

Cesium lead iodide (CsPbI3) perovskite nanocrystals (NCs) are a promising material for red-light-emitting diodes (LEDs) due to their excellent color purity and high luminous efficiency. However, small-sized CsPbI3 colloidal NCs, such as nanocubes, used in LEDs suffer from confinement effects, negatively impacting their photoluminescence quantum yield (PLQY) and overall efficiency. Here, we introduced YCl3 into the CsPbI3 perovskite, which formed anisotropic, one-dimensional (1D) nanorods. This was achieved by taking advantage of the difference in bond energies among iodide and chloride ions, which caused YCl3 to promote the anisotropic growth of CsPbI3 NCs. The addition of YCl3 significantly improved the PLQY by passivating nonradiative recombination rates. The resulting YCl3-substituted CsPbI3 nanorods were applied to the emissive layer in LEDs, and we achieved an external quantum efficiency of ~3.16%, which is 1.86-fold higher than the pristine CsPbI3 NCs (1.69%) based LED. Notably, the ratio of horizontal transition dipole moments (TDMs) in the anisotropic YCl3:CsPbI3 nanorods was found to be 75%, which is higher than the isotropically-oriented TDMs in CsPbI3 nanocrystals (67%). This increased the TDM ratio and led to higher light outcoupling efficiency in nanorod-based LEDs. Overall, the results suggest that YCl3-substituted CsPbI3 nanorods could be promising for achieving high-performance perovskite LEDs.
Approaching the Concept of Multiliteracies: Multilingual Writing Competence as an Integrated Model

In linguistically diverse contexts, language repertoires include various literacy skills in multiple languages across different modes of representation (multiliteracies), where multilingual writing can be conceptualized as a synthesized competence that includes all languages in a person’s repertoire and is continuously evolving. We respond to the call to operationalize existing theory on multilingual writing for empirical testing by conducting first- and second-order confirmatory factor analyses that explore whether and how students’ writing proficiency in different languages can be modelled as an integrated construct, to analyze multilingual writing’s dimensionality. We draw on a corpus of multilingual writing in secondary students (n = 965) in three different languages: the majority language (German), the heritage languages of migrants in Germany (Russian or Turkish), and the first foreign language (English). Based on competence data of a substantial sample of multilingual adolescents, the results provide an empirical approach to modelling multilingual writing competence in complex multilingual repertoires.
Experimental and numerical investigation of the static behavior of a 3D printed bio-based anti-trichiral sandwich

In this work, the analysis of the static behavior of the composite honeycomb and anti-trichiral sandwich is studied. The objective of this paper is to estimate the effect of cellular geometrical parameters which are the ligament length and the cylindrical node radius on the static properties of the anti-trichiral structures. The core and the sandwiches were made from the same biobased material which is polylactic acid with flax fibers (Flax/PLA Material). 3D printing technology was used to manufacture the specimens. Several tensile tests were performed on the anti-trichiral core while bending tests were carried out on the sandwich structures. Several specimens with different geometric parameters of the anti-trichiral unit cell are tested to study their effect on the static properties of this material. The results show that the static properties of the anti-trichiral shaped meta-material depend on the unit cell dimensions. The Poisson’s ratio varies from 1 to −1 and from 0.5 to−0.8 respectively for one-cell and two-cell cores in width. To validate the experimental results, numerical simulations were carried out. Experimental and computational results for the Poisson’s ratio were quite similar.
Heat Pulse Probe-Based Smart Soil Moisture Detection System

The existing soil moisture sensing mechanism of the heat pulse probe (HPP) assumes the ideal condition of the soil while overlooking the physics of the device and the composition of the soil and its properties. In the present study, we propose modifications to the soil moisture sensing model of HPP by considering its physical parameters and their appropriate association with the thermal properties of soil and its mineral composition. Primarily, a novel model for the heat strength of the probe of HPP is proposed and examined. It results in <inline-formula> <tex-math notation="LaTeX">${R}^{{2}} =0.9809$ </tex-math></inline-formula>, adjusted <inline-formula> <tex-math notation="LaTeX">${R}^{{2}} =0.9721$ </tex-math></inline-formula>, and root mean square error (RMSE) of 5.73 W/m for experimentally measured values versus obtained values of heat strength using the proposed model. Subsequently, a soil composition-based model is developed resulting in a 19%–25% change in the bulk volumetric heat capacity of the soil. A final model of soil moisture estimation is developed by combining the heat strength of the probe of HPP, and the bulk volumetric heat capacity and porosity of the soil. The proposed model suggests improved results in soil moisture measurement in the range of −0.004 to 0.306 <inline-formula> <tex-math notation="LaTeX">$\text{m}^{{3}}/\text{m}^{{3}}$ </tex-math></inline-formula> which can be useful for different applications and several types of soil. Moreover, the model-predicted values of soil moisture are validated with experimental values in previous studies and linked with futuristic applications. <inline-formula> <tex-math notation="LaTeX">${R}^{{2}} =0.9763$ </tex-math></inline-formula>, adjusted <inline-formula> <tex-math notation="LaTeX">${R}^{{2}} =0.9527$ </tex-math></inline-formula>, and RMSE of 0.032 <inline-formula> <tex-math notation="LaTeX">$\text{m}^{{3}}/\text{m}^{{3}}$ </tex-math></inline-formula> are obtained for soil moisture measured experimentally versus values obtained using the proposed model.
Models of automatic transfer lines with inventory banks a review and comparison

Abstract The purpose of this paper is to evaluate and compare past models of transfer lines. After a discussion of the nature of transfer lines and their stoppages, the assumptions and derivations of seven analytical models are compared. The major discrepancies in assumptions concern whether failures are time dependent or operation dependent. The comparison of derivations includes a translation of all results to a common set of symbols. The predictions of the models at various banking levels are observed to vary significantly. Model validation is discussed in two phases. First the validity of the assumptions is tested by real data from a transfer line. The major problem is the failure of the real data to satisfy the assumptions of the model. Finally, the predictions of the analytical models are compared with a simulation model which uses the actual data. The difference between analytical and simulation models was found to be significant.
Efficacy of Six Different SARS-CoV-2 Vaccines during a Six-Month Follow-Up and Five COVID-19 Waves in Brazil and Mexico

Comparisons among the different vaccines against SARS-CoV-2 are important to understand which type of vaccine provides more protection. This study aimed to evaluate the real-life efficacy through symptomatic infection and the humoral response of six different vaccines against SARS-CoV-2—BNT162b2, mRNA-1273, ChAdOx1-S, CoronaVac, Ad26.COV2, and Ad5-nCoV. This multicentric observational longitudinal study involved hospitals from Mexico and Brazil in which volunteers who received complete vaccination schemes were followed for 210 days after the last dose. SARS-CoV-2 Spike 1–2 IgG levels were taken before receiving the first vaccine, 21 days after each dose, and the last sample at six months (+/−1 month) after the last dose. A total of 1132 individuals exposed to five COVID-19 waves were included. All vaccines induced humoral responses, and mRNA vaccines had the highest antibody levels during follow-up. At six months, there was a decline in the SARS-CoV-2 Spike 1–2 IgG antibody titers of 69.5% and 36.4% in subjects with negative and positive history of infection respectively. Infection before vaccination and after complete vaccination scheme correlated with higher antibody titers. The predictors of infection were vaccination with CoronaVac compared to BNT162b2 and ChAdOx1-S. In the presence of comorbidities such as diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, or dyslipidemia, CoronaVac lowered the risk of infection.
Multi-parameter optimization of monolithic high-index contrast grating reflectors

Conventional High-index Contrast Gratings (HCG) consist of periodically distributed high refractive index stripes surrounded by low index media. Practically, such low/high index stack can be fabricated in several ways however low refractive index layers are electrical insulators of poor thermal conductivities. Monolithic High-index Contrast Gratings (MHCGs) overcome those limitations since they can be implemented in any material with a real refractive index larger than 1.75 without the need of the combination of low and high refractive index materials. The freedom of use of various materials allows to provide more efficient current injection and better heat flow through the mirror, in contrary to the conventional HCGs. MHCGs can simplify the construction of VCSELs, reducing their epitaxial design to monolithic wafer with carrier confinement and active region inside and etched stripes on both surfaces in post processing. We present numerical analysis of MHCGs using a three-dimensional, fully vectorial optical model. We investigate possible designs of MHCGs using multidimensional optimization of grating parameters for different refractive indices.
Groups Generated by two Parabolic Linear Fractional Transformations

We are interested in the structure of a group G of linear fractional transformations of the extended complex plane that is generated by two parabolic elements A and B, and, particularly, in the question of when such a group G is free. We shall, as usual, represent elements of G by matrices with determinant 1, which are determined up to change of sign. Two such groups G will be conjugate in the full linear fractional group, and hence isomorphic, provided they have, up to a change of sign, the same value of the invariant τ = Trace(AB) – 2. We put aside the trivial case that τ = 0, where G is abelian. In the study of these groups, two normalizations have proved convenient. Sanov (17) and Brenner (3) took the generators in the form while Chang, Jennings, and Ree (4) took them in the form
Mobile Payment Usage: Risk Perspective

Pandemic risks create a lot of worries for consumers when making purchase transactions. When the need for a product increases even though movement restrictions are still enforced by the government, the existence of mobile payments is one of the solutions offered to consumers. This research takes a deeper look at the behavior of using mobile payments during a pandemic. This study uses the Smart PLS analysis tool to process data that has been collected by a total of 100 respondents. The results obtained are that readiness to adopt mobile payments has a positive effect on the use of mobile payments, perceptions of the risk of a pandemic have a positive but not significant effect on the use of mobile payments. Meanwhile, it turns out that consumers who use mobile payments.The behavior of using Mobile Payment mediated has a significant positive influence on Adoption Readiness on EWOM. The behavior of Using Mobile Payment mediated has a positive influence on Perception of Risk to EWOM significantly. This research is still limited to consumers' views regarding risk and has not examined other variables that may influence mobile payment usage behavior. So that further research can use a different point of view regarding the reasons for using mobile payments. There is even a phenomenon of having more than one mobile payment account.
Strong consistency result of a non parametric conditional mode estimator under random censorship for functional regressors

Abstract Let (T, C, X) be a vector of random variables (rvs) where T, C, and X are the interest variable, a right censoring rv, and a covariate, respectively. In this paper, we study the kernel conditional mode estimation when the covariate takes values in an infinite dimensional space and is α-mixing. Under some regularity conditions, the almost complete convergence of the estimate with rates is established.
The Effectiveness of Creative Problem Solving-Flipped Classroom for Enhancing Students' Creative Thinking Skills of Online Physics Educational Learning

Physics science differs from other educational programs. As a natural science subject, this study program has many mathematical formulas, complex scientific laws, theorems, and scientific postulates. This study program needs creative thinking skills since physics learning is related to creativity in solving scientific problems. CPS (Creative Problem Solving) and flipped classrooms are some efforts to increase creative thinking skills. In Indonesia, COVID-19 is the main reason for conducting online learning. However, there is no supporting information about the effectiveness of CPS and flipped classrooms as methods for online physics learning in university. Thus, this study aims to identify the effectiveness of CPS–flipped classrooms assisted by videos in enhancing university students' creative thinking skills for online learning. The study participants were university students from the Physics Education Study Program (population = 66 students, random cluster sampling for the sampling method) of Mataram University. They were divided into the control and experimental or treatment groups. This study used a pre-test and post-test group design (seven description questions). All questions were validated and reliable. All data were analyzed using an N-gain score and t-test. The results show that the N-gain score is in the medium zone. The data were normally and homogeneously distributed. The analysis result using the t-test shows that the addition of flipped classrooms is more effective than the control group (CPS only). CPS-flipped classroom performs better than CPS, proving the ability of flipped classrooms as the alternative method in online learning.
Twisted versus braided magnetic flux ropes in coronal geometry. II. Comparative behaviour.

Aims. Sigmoidal structures in the solar corona are commonly associated with magnetic flux ropes whose magnetic field lines are twisted about a mutual axis. Their dynamical evolution is well studied, with sufficient twisting leading to large-scale rotation (writhing) and vertical expansion, possibly leading to ejection. Here, we investigate the behaviour of flux ropes whose field lines have more complex entangled/braided configurations. Our hypothesis is that this internal structure will inhibit the large-scale morphological changes. Additionally, we investigate the influence of the background field within which the rope is embedded. Methods. A technique for generating tubular magnetic fields with arbitrary axial geometry and internal structure, introduced in part I of this study, provides the initial conditions for resistive-MHD simulations. The tubular fields are embedded in a linear force-free background, and we consider various internal structures for the tubular field, including both twisted and braided. These embedded flux ropes are then evolved using a 3D MHD code. Results. Firstly, in a background where twisted flux ropes evolve through the expected non-linear writhing and vertical expansion, we find that flux ropes with sufficiently braided/entangled interiors show no such large-scale changes. Secondly, embedding a twisted flux rope in a background field with a sigmoidal inversion line leads to eventual reversal of the large-scale rotation. Thirdly, in some cases a braided flux rope splits due to reconnection into two twisted flux ropes of opposing chirality – a phenomenon previously observed in cylindrical configurations. Conclusions. Sufficiently complex entanglement of the magnetic field lines within a flux rope can suppress large-scale morphological changes of its axis, with magnetic energy reduced instead through reconnection and expansion. The structure of the background magnetic field can significantly affect the changing morphology of a flux rope.
Digital adherence technologies to improve tuberculosis treatment outcomes in China: a cluster-randomised superiority trial

Background: Drug-sensitive tuberculosis treatment is for six months; adherence problems are common. Digital adherence technologies may improve outcomes. Methods: In a cluster-randomised trial, 24 counties/districts in China were randomised (1:1) to two groups. Patients received: a medication monitor for daily drug-dosing reminders and health care worker monthly adherence monitoring with management of patients with poor adherence (intervention); or routine care (control; silent-mode monitor measured adherence). Adults with GeneXpert-positive drug-sensitive tuberculosis were enrolled and followed-up with sputum (solid culture) at 12 and 18 months. The objective was to assess whether digital adherence technologies combined with health care worker support for patients struggling with adherence improves treatment outcomes and reduces recurrence. The primary composite unfavourable outcome was death/lost-to-follow-up/failure on treatment or recurrence by 18 months from treatment start. Secondary outcomes included adherence. 12 clusters/group (125 patients/cluster), unfavourable outcome of 18% in control, coefficient of variation 0.3, gave 85% power for a 40% reduction in outcome. Analysis accounted for study design with multiple imputation for the primary outcome. Only the independent endpoints review committee who assessed endpoint data for some participants were masked to study group. The trial was registered at Current Controlled Trials (ISRCTN35812455). Findings: From Jan2017-Mar2019, 3075 patients were enrolled and 2686 (87%) contributed to the primary outcome. Post-randomisation two intervention clusters were merged. Overall 71% were male, median age 44 years. Of 433 unfavourable outcomes, 289(67%) were treatment lost-to-follow-up, 42(10%) recurrence. The intervention had no impact on unfavourable outcome (adjusted risk ratio 1.01, 95% confidence interval 0.73-1.4) and other treatment outcomes. Treatment non-adherence was reduced by 60-65%. Interpretation: Our medication monitor intervention did reduce non-adherence but had no impact on the unfavourable outcome which included lost-to-follow-up and recurrence. There was a failure to change management following identification of non-adherence at monthly reviews. Recurrence was rare and measurement may have been limited due to programmatic conditions and using solid culture. Funding Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
Generalized Multiphase-Shift Transient Modulation for Dual-Active-Bridge Series-Resonant Converter

Given the wide-range applications of bidirectional dual-active-bridge series-resonant converter (DABSRC), its complex nonlinear dynamic behavior is an interesting phenomenon that deserves attention of power electronics engineers. It is observed that if the control variables (i.e., phase-shift angles) are directly updated through conventional transient modulation, large-amplitude transient oscillations and dc offsets will be induced in the high-frequency-link voltages and currents during transient stage, which can ultimately degrade the converter's waveform quality significantly. The relatively few prior works in studying the transient oscillatory behavior of DABSRC have only focused on single-phase-shift modulation. In this article, a new transient modulation method referred to as generalized trajectory-switching modulation (GTSM) is first proposed for enhancing the transient performance of multiphase-shift modulated DABSRC. GTSM can simultaneously mitigate the problems of transient oscillations and dc offsets regardless of operation modes and power-flow directions, thus always ensuring safe transient operation. It also enables the resonant voltages and currents as well as magnetizing current to seamlessly reach the desired new steady-state values swiftly. Finally, the said theoretical claims are verified experimentally under both open loop and closed loop with model predictive control, and the influence of deviations from nominal resonant tank's parameters on GTSM is also considered.
Validation of Game-Based Activities in Teaching Grade 7-Biology

The use of game-based activities in education has been recognized as an innovative alternative instructional material. As any sort of instructional material is essential to the teaching and learning process, it is imperative to check its quality before widespread utilization to ensure effectiveness. This study aims to evaluate the validity of the developed lessons in Ecosystem integrating game-based activities (GBAs) namely (1) THE CONQUEST, (2) ECO-DAMA, (3) ECO-CHALLENGE, and (4) ECO-WARRIOR for Grade 7 Biology. This research employed descriptive developmental research design involving 8 experts and 66 students chosen through purposive sampling. Experts used the DepEd standards for non-print resources while students were given the evaluation checklist and asked to write journals for the validation. Results show that the GBAs met all of the LRMDS DepEd's standards for non-print resources and were deemed "very satisfactory" by both the students and the experts implying high validity. Additionally, the students' pre-test and post-test results revealed that integrating GBAs improved their academic performance. The experts and students acknowledged the potential for GBAs to make classes engaging, instructive, and fun, supporting the validity of the developed GBAs. This study concludes that the use of GBAs is a valid and effective approach in Science education and the developed GBAs can be used as supplemental and cutting-edge instructional materials for teaching Ecosystem. This study adds to the body of knowledge exploring the potentials of GBAs for educational purposes and promotes the use of GBAs in similar fields of study.