Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Prediction of students’ reading outcomes in learning progress monitoring: Evidence for the effect of a gender bias

Learning progress monitoring (LPM) is an effective tool for teachers to improve students’ performance by systematically and quickly responding to achievement data. However, studies show that in-service and preservice teachers often have difficulties using LPM because of lacking graph literacy, especially with high data ambiguity. The present study examines whether (a) preservice teachers are biased by gender stereotypes when predicting students’ performance based on progress data, (b) the preservice teachers’ gender affected their predictions differentially depending on student gender, and (c) the insertion of a trend line or lowered data variability diminishes the gender bias in predictions. N = 134 preservice teachers received 16 experimental student vignettes online via the internet in random order which depicted the learning progress of boys and girls in oral reading fluency assessment over a period of 11 weeks. Half of the participants were presented with progress data accompanied by a trend line, the other half received progress data only. Results evidenced that preservice teachers were prone to a gender bias favoring girls. The gender bias was attenuated when a trend line was presented or when data variability was low, with male participants benefitting more from the trend line, and female participants benefitting more from low data variability. The adaptation of international training programs to enhance graph literacy and to diminish gender stereotyping in German teachers is recommendable.
Pengaruh Pembiayaan Murabahah, Mudharabah, Dan Musyarakah Terhadap Profitabilitas

This research aimed to show the effect of murabahah, mudharabah, and musyarakah financing on the profitability of Islamic commercial banks. The research is a causal associative with a quantitative approach. The research population is Islamic commercial banks in Indonesia. The sampling technique used non-probability sampling with a purposive sampling method and obtained nine samples. The data analysis technique used descriptive analysis, classical assumption test, multiple linear regressions, coefficient of determination test, and t-test. The results showed that murabahah financing did not affect profitability. However, mudharabah financing has a positive effect on profitability. Meanwhile, musyarakah financing has a significant negative impact on profitability. This research can be a reference for banks to increase murabahah and musyarakah financing so that profitability can increase adequately. Then it can be a reference for the bank to be more selective if there is a suspension of payments on murabahah financing.
THE MANIFESTATION OF RELIGIOUS AND POLITICAL RELATIONS IN THE KISWAHILI RELIGIOUS NEWSPAPERS DURING 2015 ELECTIONS

There has been a constant power struggle and unstable religious relations between Christians and Muslims in Tanzania, especially during elections. Many scholars have approached the issue of interreligious relations from the political and social dimensions, and no critical analysis on the role of religious newspapers in exacerbating such struggle and relations. This article analyzes the stories related to religious and political relations in Tanzania as religious newspapers framed them in 2015. The study used data from four selected religious newspapers published from January to December 2015 and used data from interviews and Focus Group Discussions (FGD). The selected headlines were analysed using three dimensions of Textually Oriented Discourse Analysis (TODA) propounded by Norman Fairclough. The study found that the framing of election stories was affected by the religious biases of the newspapers. The analysis further shows that the religious newspapers in 2015 presented the mistrust between Christians and Muslims. It was found that Muslims mobilised fellow Muslims to change the Christian-dominated Government because Muslims' interests have been ignored for many years. The article concludes that when the inequality grows and is left unaddressed, it leads to social unrest.
Identity Surfaces

It is well-known that the zeros of holomorphic functions in more than one complex variable are not isolated. Nevertheless, there exist so-called identity surfaces such that a holomorphic function vanishes identically everywhere if only it equals zero on an identity surface. In the paper identity surfaces will be constructed using the technique of completely integrable overdetermined systems of partial diﬀerential equations. Moreover, identity surfaces will be constructed not only for holomorphic functions but also for solutions of more general ﬁrst order systems of partial diﬀerential equations. The present paper deals only with systems with real-analytic coeﬃcients and, therefore, the classical Cauchy-Kovalevskaya and Holmgren theorems are applicable (while many recent pa-pers deal with inﬁnitely diﬀerentiable coeﬃcients or they solve initial value problems with generalized analytic initial functions). Using the compatibility conditions of an overdetermined system, in the present paper the construction of identity surfaces (of minimal dimension) is carried out as some kind of inverse problem to an initial value problem.
Recovering Hidden Responder Groups in Individuals Receiving Neurofeedback for Tinnitus

The widespread understanding that chronic tinnitus is a heterogeneous phenomenon with various neural oscillatory profiles has spurred investigations into individualized approaches in its treatment. Neurofeedback, as a non-invasive tool for altering neural activity, has become increasingly popular in the personalized treatment of a wide range of neuropsychological disorders. Despite the success of neurofeedback on the group level, the variability in the treatment efficacy on the individual level is high, and evidence from recent studies shows that only a small number of people can effectively modulate the desired aspects of neural activity. To reveal who may be more suitable, and hence benefit most from neurofeedback treatment, we classified individuals into unobserved subgroups with similar oscillatory trajectories during the treatment and investigated how subgroup membership was predicted by a series of characteristics. Growth mixture modeling was used to identify distinct latent subgroups with similar oscillatory trajectories among 50 individuals suffering from chronic subjective tinnitus (38 male, 12 female, mean age = 47.1 ± 12.84) across 15 neurofeedback training sessions. Further, the impact of characteristics and how they predicted the affiliation in the identified subgroups was evaluated by including measures of demographics, tinnitus-specific (Tinnitus Handicap Inventory) and depression variables, as well as subjective quality of life subscales (World Health Organization—Quality of Life Questionnaire), and health-related quality of life subscales (Short Form-36) in a logistic regression analysis. A latent class model could be fitted to the longitudinal data with a high probability of correctly classifying distinct oscillatory patterns into 3 different groups: non-responder (80%), responder (16%), and decliner (4%). Further, our results show that the health-related wellbeing subscale of the Short Form-36 questionnaire was differentially associated with the groups. However, due to the small sample size in the Responder group, we are not able to provide sufficient evidence for a distinct responder profile. Nevertheless, the identification of oscillatory change-rate differences across distinct groups of individuals provides the groundwork from which to tease apart the complex and heterogeneous oscillatory processes underlying tinnitus and the attempts to modify these through neurofeedback. While more research is needed, our results and the analytical approach presented may bring clarity to contradictory past findings in the field of tinnitus research, and eventually influence clinical practice.
The Efficacy of Li-ESWT Combined With VED in Diabetic ED Patients Unresponsive to PDE5is: A Single-Center, Randomized Clinical Trial

Introduction Phosphodiesterase type 5-inhibitors (PDE5is) are the first-line treatment for patients with diabetes mellitus-induced erectile dysfunction (DMED), however, some patients are non-responser to PDE5is. We performed a perspective, randomized, comparative study to explore the efficacy of low intensity extracorporeal shock wave treatment (Li-ESWT) combined with vacuum erectile device (VED) in the treatment of DMED patients who were unresponsive to PDE5is. Methods One hundred and five eligible patients were randomly divided into three groups: group A (VED), group B (Li-ESWT) and group C (VED plus Li-ESWT). Follow-up was conducted at 4 weeks, 8 weeks and 12 weeks after the end of treatment. The erectile function was estimated by the international index of erectile function-erectile function domain (IIEF-EF), erection hardness score (EHS), sexual encounter profile questions 2 and 3 (SEP2 and SEP3) and global assessment question 1 and 2 (GAQ1 and GAQ2) before and after treatment. The changes of five points in IIEF-EF were calculated as the minimal clinical important difference (MCID), which was considered as the main index of efficacy. Results The MCID was achieved in 14.7%, 14.7% and 17.6% patients in group A at the follow up on 4 weeks, 8 weeks and 12 weeks, respectively (36.4%, 39.4% and 36.4% in group B; 36.4%, 51.5%, and 66.7% in group C). There were significant differences in the percentage of MCID cases between group A and group C at the follow up on 12 weeks (P<0.001), as well as that between group B and group C (P=0.014). Additionally, comparison in MCID within group C showed that there were significant differences between 4 weeks and 12 weeks follow-up (P=0.014). Conclusion Our findings indicated the combined therapy Li-ESWT and VED was more beneficial to shift turn PDE5is non-responders to responders for moderate patients with DMED than VED or Li-ESWT monotherapy. Moreover, this study provided evidence that patients with DMED who failed after taking oral PDE5is could attempt to opt for an alternative physicotherapy (Li-ESWT or VED) prior to more invasive alternatives.
Health and Welfare of Horses in Short-Term Commercial Transport

Animal transport represents even nowadays one of the stressors that induce poor animal welfare. The research aimed to identify potential risk factors affecting the health and welfare of horses transported to the slaughterhouse and methods in which they could be corrected. The study tracked a total of 3841 adult horses from collecting farms (lot F, n: 2490), and from households (lot H, n: 706) transported to the slaughterhouse on a journey that did not exceed 8 hours, in accordance with the Regulation EC 1/2005 on the protection of animals during transport. The incidence of injuries in loading/unloading of horses, ranged in group F (12.2%) compared to H (3.4%). Associated with this incidence, the behavioural response was passive for 10% horses in group F, in comparison to 70% horses in group H, as against the restlesness noticed for 42% horses in group F, and 21% in H. In determining the risk factors associated with the poor welfare of horses during short-term transport, the lack of experience of both horses and personnel involved in transport-related operations, mainly moving, loading and unloading, were taken into account, as playing a main part in animal health and welfare.
Cooperative Filtering and Parameter Identification for Advection–Diffusion Processes Using a Mobile Sensor Network

This article presents an online parameter identification scheme for advection–diffusion processes using data collected by a mobile sensor network. The advection–diffusion equation is incorporated into the information dynamics associated with the trajectories of the mobile sensors. A constrained cooperative Kalman filter is developed to provide estimates of the field values and gradients along the trajectories of the mobile sensors so that the temporal variations in the field values can be estimated. This leads to a co-design scheme for state estimation and parameter identification for advection–diffusion processes that is different from comparable schemes using sensors installed at fixed spatial locations. Using state estimates from the constrained cooperative Kalman filter, a recursive least-square (RLS) algorithm is designed to estimate unknown model parameters of the advection–diffusion processes. Theoretical justifications are provided for the convergence of the proposed cooperative Kalman filter by deriving a set of sufficient conditions regarding the formation shape and the motion of the mobile sensor network. Simulation and experimental results show satisfactory performance and demonstrate the robustness of the algorithm under realistic uncertainties and disturbances.
Innovational Leadership: A new construct and validation of a scale to measure it

Due to the current highly competitive business environment, companies need committed employees with innovative behaviors who contribute to innovation in the company. In this regard, we propose the construct Innovational Leadership, a specific style of leadership that promotes such manners. Likewise, we present the process of construction and validation of the Innovational Leadership Scale (ILS-16) through three sequential studies analyzing psychometric properties. These studies were conducted with different samples for a total of 367 employees. The results demonstrated that the ILS-16 is a valid and reliable unidimensional scale for assessing the proposed construct. This study involves scholars who will have the possibility to build new models, and also managers because ILS-16 constitutes a practical tool to measure innovational leadership in their companies.
The physiological role of endogenous nitric oxide in the magnocellular neurosecretory system

v List ofAbbreviations viii Chapter 1: General Introduction 1 1.1. Mechanism ofNO production 4 1.1.1. Biosynthesis ofNO 4 1.1.2. Classification ofNOS subtypes 5 1.1.3. Synaptic function ofNO 9 1.2. NO signal transduction 10 Soluble guanylate cyclase (sGC)/cGMP 11 1.3. Molecular biological features of neuronal NOS (nNOS) 14 1.4. The magnocellular neurosecretory system 15 1.4. 1. Morphology of the magnocellular neurosecretory system 17 1.4. 2. Afferent pathways to the magnocellular neurosecretory 18 system 1.4. 3. Co-localization of neuroactive substances within the 21 magnocellular neurosecretory system 1.4. 4. Electrophysiology of the magnocellular neurones 22 1.4. 5. Physiological and pharmacological regulation of 23 neurohypophysial hormone release 1.4. 5.1. Cholecystokinin 23 1.4. 5.2. Pregnancy and parturition 25 1.4. 5.3. The milk-ejection reflex 30 1.4. 5.4. Osmoregulation 32 1.5. Distribution of neuronal nitric oxide synthase 36 1.6. Role ofNO in biological functions integrated within the 38 magnocellular neurosecretory system 1.6. 1. The role ofNO in the regulation ofneurohypophysial 38 hormone secretion 1.6. 2. Involvement of NO in pregnancy and parturition 42
Effect of Intense Pulsed-Light Treatment Using a Novel Dual-Band Filter in Patients with Meibomian Gland Dysfunction

Background: This study evaluates the effect of intense pulsed-light (IPL) treatment in patients with meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) using a novel dual-band filter (vascular filter, 530–650 nm and 900–1200 nm) and compares it with the effect and discomfort during treatment using a conventional filter. Methods: The medical records of 89 patients (89 eyes) with MGD who underwent IPL treatment were reviewed. Patients treated with the vascular filter or conventional 590 nm filter were designated as Group A or Group B, respectively. Patients underwent IPL treatment four times every four weeks. Ocular surface disease index (OSDI) scores, dry eye (DE), and MGD parameters were determined before the first IPL treatment and after the fourth IPL treatment. Visual analog scale (VAS) scores were obtained at every IPL treatment. OSDI, DE and MGD parameters, and VAS were compared between the groups. Results: OSDI, DE, and MGD parameters improved after the four IPL treatments in both groups. There were no significant differences, between the groups, in OSDI, DE, and MGD parameters, before the first IPL treatment and after the fourth IPL treatment. VAS at each of the IPL treatments was lower in Group B than in Group A. Conclusion: IPL treatment using the novel vascular filter for patients with MGD is effective compared with conventional IPL treatment for MGD patients.
Labor Market Affiliation of Marginal Part-Time Workers in Denmark—A Longitudinal Study

This longitudinal study examined the labor market affiliations of marginal part-time workers (<15 working hours/week) compared with full-time workers (32–40 working hours/week) within gender and age groups. Analyses were based on 1,492,187 Danish employees with marginal part-time or full-time work at baseline using register data of working hours and labor market affiliation from the Labor Market Account. We used the Expected Labor Market Affiliation method within gender and age groups to estimate the time spent in different labor market states over a 5-year follow-up from 2012–2017. The multistate model included five recurrent labor market states: work, unemployment, long-term sickness absence, studying, and temporarily out, and the results were adjusted for education level, morbidity, and ethnicity. A marginal part-time worker generally had fewer days of work without social benefits and spent more days studying during follow-up compared with a full-time worker. In addition, marginal part-time workers ≥ 25 years old had more days of unemployment and more days of long-term sickness absence. These findings suggest that marginal part-time workers have fewer paid workdays without social benefits compared with full-time workers, depending on age. Further studies should explore whether marginal part-time work is a stepping stone into or out of the labor market.
The Relevance of Corporate Information Transparency of the Use and Handling of Customer Data in Online Product Presentations

ABSTRACT Many companies are seeking to balance between the use of information transparency to attract new customers by presenting themselves as open companies and the associated risk of losing customers, as disclosing certain information could trigger negative sentiments. Being transparent with certain information can make the potential buying process seem more incomprehensible to the customer. Most studies focus on different aspects of information disclosure in the case of product or price transparency. The impact of information transparency on data use and handling as well as the relevance of customers’ privacy concerns have often been disregarded. This study addresses the research questions of (1) how customers respond to a higher level of information transparency in the context of a service provider’s data use and handling in terms of purchase intention and willingness to pay and (2) the extent to which customer trust in a service provider has a significant mediating influence, and the associated privacy concerns a moderating influence, on the relationship between the level of information transparency of data use and handling and the customers’ purchase intention and willingness to pay. We base our study on the information processing model and privacy calculus theory and manipulate service providers’ communication on information transparency regarding data use and handling in online product presentations. In an online experiment (N = 142), it was found that an increase in information transparency triggers a decrease in the customers’ purchase intention and willingness to pay. Moreover, customers with high levels of privacy concerns seem to evaluate their purchase intention more critically when there was a low level of transparency, whereas, with a high level of transparency, customers with high and low privacy concerns hardly showed any difference. The results suggest that companies should communicate less about data use- and handling-related information when presenting products online.
Racing and Sales Performance after Unilateral or Bilateral Single Transphyseal Screw Insertion for Varus Angular Limb Deformities of the Carpus in 53 Thoroughbreds

DOI:10.1111/j.1532-950X.2010. 00769.x Objective: To evaluate the racing and sales performance of Thoroughbred horses with varus angular limb deformities of the carpus treated by unilateral or bilateral single transphyseal screw (STS) placement. Study Design: Case series. Animals: Thoroughbred horses (n=53). Methods: Medical records (January 1, 2005–December 31, 2006) of yearling Thoroughbreds treated for carpal angular limb deformity by transphyseal screw insertion in the distal aspect of the radius were reviewed. Retrieved data were sex, surgery, and screw removal dates, surgical site, appearance, limb(s) affected, type of angular limb deformity, and degree of angular deviation measured by a goniometer. Racing and sales data were collected for analysis from an online racing site for all treated horses and their maternal siblings. Results: No significant differences were identified between treated horses and their maternal siblings in yearling sale price, 2-year-olds in training sale price, percent starters, percent winners, and starts, earnings, and earnings/start made during the 2and 3-year old years. Conclusions: No deleterious effects on sales or racing performance were identified after use of STS in the distal aspect of the radius of Thoroughbreds for the treatment of varus angular limb deformities of the carpus.
The Rise and Fall of Slow Wave Tides: Vacillations in Coupled Slow Wave/Spindle Pairing Shift the Composition of Slow Wave Activity in Accordance With Depth of Sleep

Slow wave activity (SWA) during sleep is associated with synaptic regulation and memory processing functions. Each cycle of non-rapid-eye-movement (NREM) sleep demonstrates a waxing and waning amount of SWA during the transitions between stages N2 and N3 sleep, and the deeper N3 sleep is associated with an increased density of SWA. Further, SWA is an amalgam of different types of slow waves, each identifiable by their temporal coupling to spindle subtypes with distinct physiological features. The objectives of this study were to better understand the neurobiological properties that distinguish different slow wave and spindle subtypes, and to examine the composition of SWA across cycles of NREM sleep. We further sought to explore changes in the composition of NREM cycles that occur among aging adults. To address these goals, we analyzed subsets of data from two well-characterized cohorts of healthy adults: (1) The DREAMS Subjects Database (n = 20), and (2) The Cleveland Family Study (n = 60). Our analyses indicate that slow wave/spindle coupled events can be characterized as frontal vs. central in their relative distribution between electroencephalography (EEG) channels. The frontal predominant slow waves are identifiable by their coupling to late-fast spindles and occur more frequently during stage N3 sleep. Conversely, the central-associated slow waves are identified by coupling to early-fast spindles and favor occurrence during stage N2 sleep. Together, both types of slow wave/spindle coupled events form the composite of SWA, and their relative contribution to the SWA rises and falls across cycles of NREM sleep in accordance with depth of sleep. Exploratory analyses indicated that older adults produce a different composition of SWA, with a shift toward the N3, frontal subtype, which becomes increasingly predominant during cycles of NREM sleep. Overall, these data demonstrate that subtypes of slow wave/spindle events have distinct cortical propagation patterns and differ in their distribution across lighter vs. deeper NREM sleep. Future efforts to understand how slow wave sleep and slow wave/spindle coupling impact memory performance and neurological disease may benefit from examining the composition of SWA to avoid potential confounds that may occur when comparing dissimilar neurophysiological events.