Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Psychological Capital, Academic Buoyancy, Academic Major Satisfaction, and Academic Adjustment during The Pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted on the educational aspects of various levels of education, and several countries have shut schools nationwide affecting two-third of students worldwide. This change challenges the students who usually involved in face-to-face learning to switch to distance learning (online), and thus it influences their life as students and individuals. This study aims to determine the effect of psychological capital, academic buoyancy, and academic major satisfaction on academic adjustment of senior high school students during the COVID-19 pandemic. The subjects in this study were 145 students, taken by random sampling technique from the total population. The method used in this study was quantitative methods by using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) analysis. Data collection employed was four scales: the psychological capital scale, academic buoyancy, academic major satisfaction, and the academic adjustment. The results of this study indicate that the R-Square value of the endogenous latent variable is 0.463, which means that the psychological capital, academic buoyancy, and academic major satisfaction variables have an influence on the academic adjustment variable of 46.3%. Thus, the hypothesis proposed in this study is accepted. Therefore, there is a significant positive effect of psychological capital, academic buoyancy, and academic major satisfaction on the academic adjustment of senior high school students during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Lithofacies evaluation of the mamu formation, southeastern nigeria: implications for depositional setting and maastrichtian sea regression

Lithofacies analysis was carried out on the sediments and sedimentary rocks of the Mamu formation for the purpose of interpretation of the depositional setting and the Maastrichtian sea history. Both field and laboratory methods were employed in the study. Nine (9) lithofacies were identified and grouped into three lithofacies associations based on their stacking patterns. The three facies associations include the lagoonal/swamp, tidal flat (dominantly inter-tidal), and the shoreface. Vertical succession indicated deposition in a prograding deltaic system (marginal marine) influenced by both fluvial and marine (tide and wave) processes. The general coarsening upward pattern displayed by the lithofacies and facies association suggests sediment deposition during the regressive phase of the ancient sea.
Relationship between a Weakening Cold Front, Misocyclones, and Cloud Development on 10 June 2002 during IHOP

Abstract The finescale structure and evolution of a cold front in the presence of small-scale circulations are examined using overdetermined dual-Doppler syntheses of mobile radar data along with thermodynamic data and cloud imagery collected on 10 June 2002 during the International H2O Project (IHOP). Linear clear-air reflectivity maxima and open cellular convection intersect the cold front, causing spatial variations in convergence along the front. Small-scale vertical vorticity maxima (misocyclones) often are coincident with these intersections and are associated with vertical velocity maxima. Throughout the deployment, trajectory analyses indicate that parcels entering the frontal circulation travel predominately in the along-front direction. During the first hour of the deployment, upward motion is nearly continuous along the front. Consequently, parcels remain in regions of upward motion as they move along the front, and many eventually ascend to cloud base. In response, a line of cumulus clouds dev.
Building bridges: the bilingual language work of migrant construction workers

Abstract The construction industry (CI) employs significant numbers of migrant workers, making construction sites multilingual spaces. Workers who do not share a common language work alongside each other, posing issues for safety, integration and productivity. Methods used to overcome these language barriers include the use of bilingual workers as informal interpreters. The prevalence and importance of informal interpreters is recognized in the literature. However, their language work is not well understood, and hence, the research question addressed is: what language work do the informal interpreters do and how? This study uses the theoretical lens of translanguaging to conceptualize communication onsite between speakers of different named languages, emphasizing the flexible and multimodal nature of language in use. An ethnographic approach is adopted, comprising 40 international informal interviews, and observational field notes and material data from the UK. The language work of the informal interpreters is explored through this data and theoretical lens; their language tasks and the nature of their language work is identified, including the use of visuals, gesture, and technology. Far from being straightforward and predictable, the findings show that the scope of their language work varies considerably. In this informal language work, the boundaries between languages and of what constitutes interpretation are blurred. A novel aspect of language work emerges from the data, showing that this often includes mediation. This study clarifies understandings of communication and informal interpretation on multilingual construction sites and these findings could contribute to future best practice on the use of bilingual workers as informal interpreters.
Combined use of monensin and virginiamycin to improve rumen and liver health and performance of feedlot-finished steers

Abstract Monensin and virginiamycin are included in beef cattle finishing diets as prophylaxis to minimize the incidence of ruminal acidosis and liver abscesses. Due to different and probably complementary modes of action, this study aimed to determine the effects of a combination of monensin and virginiamycin, both included in the diet at recommended doses, on ruminal health, the occurrence of liver abscesses, and growth performance of feedlot-finished cattle. One hundred and forty-four steers (6 animals/pen) were fed 1 of 3 corn-based finishing diets containing 30 mg of monensin (MN), 25 mg of virginiamycin (VM), or 30 and 25 mg of monensin and virginiamycin (MN + VM), respectively, per kilogram of dry matter. Ruminal pH probes were inserted into two animals per pen and set to record pH every 10 min. On d 100, animals were slaughtered, and rumens and livers were recovered, on which occurrence and degree of ruminal damage, prevalence and number of liver abscesses, and liver scores (A−: livers with no more than two small abscesses; A+: livers with at least one large abscess or more than four medium abscesses; A: any other abscessed liver) were determined. Simultaneous inclusion of monensin and virginiamycin resulted in a 4.3% decrease (P < 0.04) in dry matter intake (DMI; 8.8, 9.2, and 9.2 ± 0.19 kg/d for MN + VM, MN, and VM-fed animals, respectively) and similar (P > 0.13) average daily body weight gain (ADG; 1.49 ± 0.021 kg/d) and hot carcass weight (HCW; 269 ± 1.7 kg), compared with feeding diets containing one additive or the other. Therefore, in terms of ADG, a 9.4% improvement (P < 0.01) in feed efficiency was observed in MN + VM-fed animals. Backfat thickness (5.6 ± 0.08 mm) and ribeye area (69.9 ± 0.53 cm2) remained unaffected (P ≥ 0.74), as well as the minimum (4.98 ± 0.047), mean (6.11 ± 0.037), and maximum ruminal pH (7.23 ± 0.033) values and the time (125 ± 22.3 min/d), area (57.67 ± 12.383 pH × h), and episodes (22 ± 3.8 bouts) of pH below 5.6 (P ≥ 0.12). Overall, prevalence (24 ± 3.4%) and the number of liver abscesses (1.6 ± 0.14 abscesses/abscessed liver), liver scores (20 ± 3.1% of A− and 4 ± 1.8% of A livers), and prevalence (67 ± 3.5%) and degree of damage to the ruminal epithelium (2.5 ± 0.22% affected surface) were similar (P ≥ 0.18) across treatments; however, the occurrence of ruminal lesions tended (P ≤ 0.07) to be associated with that of liver abscesses and reduced ADG when feeding monensin alone.
Multidimensional Spatial Voting with Non-separable Preferences

In most multidimensional spatial models, the systematic component of agent utility functions is specified as additive separable. We argue that this assumption is too restrictive, at least in the context of spatial voting in mass elections. Here, assuming separability would stipulate that voters do not care about how policy platforms combine positions on multiple policy dimensions. We present a statistical implementation of Davis, Hinich, and Ordeshook's (1970) Weighted Euclidean Distance model that allows for the estimation of the direction and magnitude of non-separability from vote choice data. We demonstrate in a Monte-Carlo experiment that conventional separable model specifications yield biased and/or unreliable estimates of the effect of policy distances on vote choice probabilities in the presence of non-separable preferences. In three empirical applications, we find voter preferences on economic and socio-cultural issues to be non-separable. If non-separability is unaccounted for, researchers run the risk of missing crucial parts of the story. The implications of our findings carry over to other fields of research: checking for non-separability is an essential part of robustness testing in empirical applications of multidimensional spatial models.
mVIL-Fusion: Monocular Visual-Inertial-LiDAR Simultaneous Localization and Mapping in Challenging Environments

We propose mVIL-Fusion, a three-level multisensor fusion system that is able to achieve robust state estimation and globally consistent mapping in perceptually degraded environments. First, LiDAR depth-assisted visual-inertial odometry (VIO) with LiDAR odometry (LO) synchronous prediction and distortion correction functions is proposed as the frontend of our system. Second, a novel double-sliding-window-based optimization of midend joints of LiDAR scan-to-scan translation constraints (VIO status detection function) and scan-to-map rotation constraints (local mapping function) is used to enhance the accuracy and robustness of the state estimation. In the backend, loop closures of local-map-based keyframes are identified with altitude verification, and the global map is generated by incremental smoothing of a pose-only factor graph with altitude prior. The performance of our system is verified on both a public dataset and several self-collected sequences in challenging environments. To benefit the robotics community, our implementation is available at https://github.com/Stan994265/mVIL-Fusion.
The share of FDI in the value added of innovative and other industries in Poland

PurposeThis study aims to examine the share of foreign direct investment (FDI) in creating the value added (VA) of innovative and other industries in Poland in 2004–2020.Design/methodology/approachIn terms of the empirical analysis of FDI stocks, their locations were divided into innovative and other industries. The differences in the creation of VA are presented by domestic and foreign enterprises. The impact of FDI stocks in individual industries on gross domestic product (GDP) changes was assessed using the vector error correction model (VECM). FindingsFDI from innovative industries generated approx. 7% VA of the Polish economy in the years 2004–2020. In 2009–2018, the share of VA of foreign enterprises in innovative industries in Poland showed a faster growth (by 5 pp) than in other industries. The results of decomposition confirm that the level of explanation of GDP by FDI in innovative industries is higher than in other industries.Research limitations/implicationsChanges in the classification of activities reduce the time series period available.Practical implicationsThis study explains the participation of foreign and domestic enterprises in creating VA. The results are useful to pursuing the national investment policy.Social implicationsThe economic results of domestic and foreign enterprises in the host country affect the economic growth and development and ultimately the socio-economic conditions of life.Originality/valueThis work provides some additional explanations for the inconclusive results of international research into the impact of FDI on GDP or the spillovers effects. Its usefulness concerns the detailed impact of FDI by industrial structures on GDP.
Incidence of Nucleophosmin (NPM1) and FMS-like Tyrosine Kinase (FLT3) Mutation in Adult Patients with Acute Myeloid Leukaemia (AML) and Its Influence on Survival; A Single Centre Study

Introduction: Acute Myeloid Leukaemia (AML) is a disease characterized by bone marrow failure due to increased proliferation resulting from the protection of myeloid precursor cells from differentiation and apoptosis control in the bone marrow. Nucleophosmin (NPM1) and FMS-like tyrosine kinase (FLT3) are mutations frequently seen in AML, which has heterogeneous genetics. The present study aimed to evaluate the clinical characteristics and lifespan of the patients with NPM1 and FLT3 in AML. Materials and Methods: The study retrospectively investigated the clinical, immunophenotypical, and genetic parameters of the patients diagnosed with AML between 1 January 2012 and 31 June 2019 in the haematology clinic of Dicle University following WHO 2016 criteria. The study primarily focused on the patients' response to the disease, genetic characteristics, and the relationship of NPM1 and FLT3 mutations with their lifespan Results: The study was performed 107 cytogenetically normal patients were investigated using RT-PCR (Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction) in NMP1 and FLT3 mutations in 269 AML patients. While the median survival time in the NPM1-positive patient group was 12.3 months (95% confidence interval (C.I.): 0.1-32 months), it was 10.6 months (%95 C.I: 4,9-16,3 months) in the NPM1-negative group. On the other hand, the median survival time in the FLT3-positive patient group was 8,4 months (95% C.I: 1,2-15,6 months), and it was 12,3 months (95% C.I: 3,8-20,8 months) in the FLT3-negative group. While the number of NPM1-positive patients was 31 (29%), one of the FLT3-positive patients was 19 (17.8%) Discussion: The study found that while the NPM1 positivity rate in AML cytogenetically normal patients was 29%, the FLT3 positivity rate was 17.8%, representing the first-ever data in this respect in our country. The results indicate that overall survival was better in cases with NPM1 and worse in those with FLT3.
Psychological and Behavioral Effects of Snoezelen Rooms on Dementia

ABSTRACT The objective of this study was to examine the benefits of Snoezelen room for older people living in nursing homes. Participants were 84 people with dementia from Barcelona (Spain) that were randomly assigned to Snoezelen or reminiscence sessions. Bi-weekly sessions were held over a period of 12 weeks. Participants in the Snoezelen group displayed significant improvements in depression and anxiety and a greater degree of relaxation. Participants with slight dementia were also more likely to display more alertness and offer constructive answers. Snoezelen room could be implemented in a range of dementia’s stages, stressing its implications for slight dementia profile.
Anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant activity of Coprinus comatus ethanol extract in carrageenan-induced rats (Rattus norvegicus)

oprinus comatus (O.F. Mull.) is an edible mushroom that is used as an anti-inflammatory agent. Therefore, this study aims to determine the effect of inflammation treatment on symptoms alleviating, function maintenance, and inhibiting the process of tissue damage due to an increase in free radicals using drug formulations with high antioxidant compounds. This is a true experiment conducted using a Completely Randomized Design (CRD) with a post-test and a control group. The rats were divided into 6 categories, which include 1 healthy and 5 groups induced with 1% carrageenan. Out of the treatment groups, 3 were treated with ethanol extract of C. comatus fruiting body at doses of 250 (T1), 500 (T2), and 750 mg/kg BW (T3), 1 received diclofenac sodium (PC) and the other as a negative control (NC), were given extract for 14 days and induced with 0.5 mL carrageenan in paw of rats at day 15. The qualitative identification showed the extracts contains flavonoid, polyphenol, alkaloid, triterpenoid, steroids and saponins, and GC-MS analysis showed 10 putative metabolites compound. T2 group significantly decreased the levels of IL-1β (70.63%), IgE (59.04%), total leukocyte count (31.24%), plantar thickness (12.5%), edema volume (33.3%), and increased endothelial NO levels (48.2%).
Visualizing Contralateral Suppression of Hearing Sensitivity via Acoustic and Electric Brainstem Audiometry in Bimodal Cochlear Implant Patients: A Feasibility Study

Introduction: The medial olivocochlear reflex (MOCR) is a part of the binaural processing strategies and influences the efferent auditory pathway in normal-hearing individuals. Patients with asymmetric hearing loss often benefit from a bimodal hearing solution with a cochlear implant (CI) and a hearing aid (HA). However, hearing performances may vary with some surprisingly high- or low-performing CI/HA users. A potential role of the MOCR among these patients warrants further investigation. Otoacustics emissions are an established method to visualize the reflex; however, this technique implies some disadvantages. To visualize the MOCR via auditory brainstem response (ABR) could be a promising alternative. Methods: Twenty-three bimodal CI/HA users were enrolled. Experimental setup was as follows: I. electrical ABR on the CI side was recorded with and without simultaneous contralateral noise signal at the HA side, II. acoustic ABR was recorded on the HA side with and without simultaneous contralateral noise at the CI side. Brainstem thresholds and amplitudes of waveforms I–V with and without contralateral noise were compared. Potential correlations of patient-related factors and hearing performances were analysed. Results: In four individuals, a reduction of brainstem audiometry thresholds could be observed at the acoustic brainstem audiometry. In these cases, results could be reproduced. Summarizing ABR measurements at the HA side of all individuals, no relevant changes of ABR thresholds (dB nHL) or waveform amplitude reductions (nV) could be observed irrespective of the presence or absence of a contralateral suppression signal. Conclusion: Threshold changes of acoustic ABR upon presentation of a contralateral suppression signal could not generally be measured in bimodal CI users. However, in a subgroup, a highly reproducible effect was demonstrated if a contralateral suppression signal was applied. A reactivated rather than rehabilitated MOCR may have accounted for this effect in this subgroup. One could speculate that in these patients, bimodal fitting could be affected by the MOCR efferents.
Home-Based Individualized Cognitive Stimulation (iCS) Therapy in Portuguese Psychiatric Patients: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Cognitive difficulties are common in people with mental health issues, including psychotic disorders, although this population may have difficulty accessing treatments due to various challenges, including transportation, remembering appointments, or discomfort in crowded or unfamiliar places. Home-based services can be crucial and effective for reaching populations with accessibility issues; one home-based intervention technique is individual cognitive stimulation (iCS), which has been shown to be an effective strategy to target and improve cognitive functioning in various samples. Using a previously established Portuguese iCS protocol, based on an initial brief cognitive assessment and the subsequent administration of cognitive stimulation materials and reflection exercises, the current randomized controlled trial explored the effectiveness of the iCS intervention on participants in Portugal with psychotic disorders. Outcome tools included measures of cognition, depression, quality of life, and functional abilities at baseline, the completion of the intervention, and post-intervention follow-up. With two well-matched groups at baseline, the results revealed significant improvements in the intervention group on cognitive functioning, depression, quality of life, and, more modestly, functional activities. These results offer an important contribution to the field of iCS protocols, in an effort to enhance the lives and well-being of various clinical populations, including those with psychotic disorders.
Acoustical Properties of Homogeneous, Isotropic Rigid Tiles and Flexible Blankets

Studies on rigid acoustical tiles and soft blankets are described in this paper. It is shown that two waves travel through the material—one primarily airborne and the other primarily structure‐borne. From a knowledge of the density of the sample, the volume coefficients of elasticity of the air and of the skeleton of the material, the porosity, the air flow resistance, the inter‐fiber frictional resistance, and the structure factor, the propagation constants of each of these waves can be calculated. The experimental results indicate that the theory is useful in calculating the performance of the flexible, airplane type of blankets over the entire audible frequency range. For rigid tiles, however, the theory appears to fail at frequencies above 1000 c.p.s. if the flow resistance is high, and it fails at all frequencies for materials with low flow resistance. Experiment shows that the condensations and rarefactions of the gas in blankets take place isothermally at low frequencies and adiabatically at high. The transfer from one state to the other occurs gradually in the 100 to 2000 c.p.s. region. A more complete theory is required to explain the effects of thermodynamic and viscous losses on the propagation constant of rigid materials.
Identification of interplanetary coronal mass ejections at 1 AU using multiple solar wind plasma composition anomalies

[1] We investigate the use of multiple simultaneous solar wind plasma compositional anomalies, relative to the composition of the ambient solar wind, for identifying interplanetary coronal mass ejection (ICME) plasma. We first summarize the characteristics of several solar wind plasma composition signatures (O7/O6, Mg/O, Ne/O, Fe charge states, He/p) observed by the ACE and Wind spacecraft within the ICMEs during 1996–2002 identified by Cane and Richardson [2003], hereafter CR03. We then develop a set of simple criteria that may be used to identify such compositional anomalies and hence potential ICMEs. To distinguish these anomalies from the normal variations seen in ambient solar wind composition, which depend on the wind speed, we compare observed compositional signatures with those “expected” in ambient solar wind with the same solar wind speed. This method identifies anomalies more effectively than the use of fixed thresholds. The occurrence rates of individual composition anomalies within ICMEs range from ∼70% for enhanced iron and oxygen charge states to ∼30% for enhanced He/p (>0.06) and Ne/O and are generally higher in magnetic clouds than other ICMEs. Intervals of multiple anomalies are usually associated with ICMEs and provide a basis for the identification of the majority of ICMEs. We estimate that CR03, who did not refer to composition data, probably identified ∼90% of the ICMEs present. However, around 10% of their ICMEs have weak compositional anomalies, suggesting that the presence of such signatures does not provide a necessary requirement for an ICME. We note a remarkably similar correlation between the Mg/O and O7/O6 ratios in hourly-averaged data within both ICMEs and the ambient solar wind. This “universal” relationship suggests that similar processes produce the first-ionization potential bias and enhanced ion freezing-in temperatures in the source regions of both ICMEs and the ambient solar wind.