Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
User-Generated Content and Firm Generated Content: A Comparative Empirical Study of the Consumer Buying Process

This research determines the impact of content marketing (user-generated content (UGC) and firm-generated content (FGC)) on the consumer buying process for telecommunication products and services in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI). The study attempts to compare the impact of UGC and FGC on the consumer buying process. To achieve this aim, the study utilized a descriptive quantitative methodology. The population of interest for this research is all consumers of telecommunication products in the KRI. Primary data was collected from 402 online questionnaires from a convenience, snowball, sample from the main provinces of Kurdistan. The results indicate that all FGC marketing dimensions have a statistically significant positive direct effect on the consumer buying process, while only content valence and information richness of UGC dimensions have a statistically significant positive direct effect. FGC valence has the greatest impact on the consumer buying process, closely followed by FGC trustworthiness, and then FGC information richness. Between the two examined types of content, FGC has a greater impact than UGC on the consumer buying process for telecommunication products and services. Telecommunications marketers and management should thus prioritize the identified FGC dimensions in their marketing strategies for optimum resource allocation efficiency. Further discussion is provided.
Omicron and other variants of SARS-CoV-2 roles of vaccines and herd immunity in protecting from the emerging strains

Dear Sir, Over two years have passed since the first new coronavirus infections were discovered in China’s Wuhan province. Since then, efforts have concentrated on preventing and limiting transmission throughout the early phases of the epidemic. Global herd immunity studies in COVID‐19 have shown an urgent need for effective COVID‐19 vaccinations. The articles by Juyal et al. and Raina & Kumar on the COVID‐19 immunization status in India caught our attention. [1,2] While the vaccination drive in India has indeed been one of the most incredible drives in history, the efficacy and effectiveness of the vaccines are still yet to be reported. Omicron, a novel SARS‐CoV‐2 variant of concern (VoC), was recently identified in South Africa. [3] The advent of the alpha, beta, and delta SARS‐CoV‐2 VoCs was linked to new waves of infections, spanning the entire globe, including India. [4] Because the emergence of new strains of this deadly virus is inevitable, dealing with the current pandemic while dealing with the added difficulties of emerging strains is a monumental task.
Quality of Marriages of Husband-Wife Families Working in the Formal Sector During the Covid-19 Pandemic as well as Work-Family Conflicts and Family Interactions That Occur

The COVID-19 that has occurred has changed all human routines. COVID-19 has also prompted countries to issue work from home (WFH) policies. With this policy, the line between office work and homework is invisible. This condition triggers conflict, especially between husband and wife working, namely between work and family. However, good interaction between family members can be a mediator for working couples. In this regard, the study aims to analyze family interactions and the effect of work-family conflict on the quality of marriage for husband and wife working families during the COVID-19 pandemic. The design of this research is a cross-sectional study and was carried out in the city of Bogor in March 2021. Research respondents are wives who work in the formal sector and have school-age children, and the number is 65 families. The method in this study was self-administered, and an online questionnaire was used. Analysis of the influence of family characteristics, work-family conflict, and family interaction on marriage quality used regression test. As a result, during the COVID-19 pandemic, marriage quality was in the high category, with work-family conflict in the low category and family interactions were in the moderate category. Based on the regression test results, it is known that the quality of marriage is positively and significantly influenced by the length of the marriage and negatively significantly by work-family conflict. The research implication is that work-family conflicts can be overcome with good interactions between family members during the pandemic.
Nitrogen optimized highly stable carbon for increasing the efficiency of supercapacitors

Heteroatom doping in carbon displays exciting chemistry and plays an extremely important role in improving electrochemical performances. For instance, in energy storage devices, carbon allotropes showed excellent capacitive characteristics, however, their limiting ion storing capability cannot meet current requirements. Herein, the work discusses a simple technique for developing functionalized N‐doped carbon to provide an easy access to ion percolation with high specific surface area of 709.09 m2g−1. The optimized carbon material delivers high gravimetric capacitance 295Fg−1 with high volumetric capacitance of 270Fcm−3. Also, the high electrochemical performance of its symmetric device 268Fg−1 at 0.25 Ag−1 current density with noticeably high cyclic stability of 100 000 cycles with 90% capacitance retention reveals an excellent approach to the device applications. These results imply an optimized nitrogen content that strongly influences the electrochemical performance of carbon material and opens up opportunities for designing high‐performance energy storage devices.
Meat Food Group Intakes and the Risk of Type 2 Diabetes Incidence

Aim This study aimed to evaluate the association of meats and their substitute food group intakes, including nuts, eggs, and legumes, with type 2 diabetes (T2D). Methods For this secondary analysis, we selected eligible adults (n = 6,112) from the Tehran Lipid and Glucose Study participants with a median follow-up of 6.63 years. Expert nutritionists assessed dietary intakes using a valid and reliable semiquantitative food frequency questionnaire. Biochemical and anthropometric variables were assessed at baseline and follow-up examinations. We used multivariable Cox proportional hazard regression models to estimate the new onset of T2D concerning meats and their substitute food groups. Results We performed this study on 2,749 men and 3,363 women, aged 41.4 ± 14.2 and 39.1 ± 13.1 years, respectively. The number of participants with incident T2D was 549. After adjusting for confounders, legume [HR: 1, 0.74 (0.58–0.94), 0.69 (0.54–0.90), 0.65 (0.50–0.84), P-trend = 0.01)] was inversely associated with incident T2D. Fish intake [HR: 1, 1.0 (0.79–1.27), 1.17 (0.91–1.50), 1.14 (0.89–1.45), P-trend = 0.01)] was positively associated with incident T2D. In subjects who reported poultry consumption of 36.4–72.8 g/day, a positive association [HR: 1.33 (1.03–1.71)] between poultry intake and T2D risk was observed. Conclusion Our findings revealed that a diet rich in legumes significantly reduced the risk of T2D incidence, while a diet high in poultry increased the risk of T2D incidence, probably due to high-temperature cooking methods and environmental contaminants.
Catering to investor sentiment for dividends: contestability or collusion of the largest shareholders?

Research background: Dividend payouts have been the subject of scientific research for many years. Although many studies focus on the impact of ownership on dividend payouts, there is still a lack of research on the influence of the contestability and collusion of the largest shareholders on the catering effect of dividends. This research gap motivated us to investigate this issue and determine whether the interactions between large shareholders have an impact on aligning dividends with investor sentiment. Purpose of the article: The article assesses the impact of the relationship between the largest shareholders (i.e., contestability or collusion) on the adjustment of dividend payouts to investor sentiment. The following research hypothesis has been formulated: If there is contestability between the first and second-largest shareholders, the strength of the catering effect of the dividend is greater than in the case of collusion, both in the years of positive and negative dividend premiums. Methods: The main research method is a panel regression model (pooled OLS and fixed effects). We use the F test, the Breusch-Pagan test, and the Hausman test. Our research is supplemented with descriptive statistics and the Pearson correlation coefficient. The research sample consists of Polish companies from the electromechanical industry sector listed on the main market of the Warsaw Stock Exchange (WSE) in the years 2009? 2020. Findings & value added: The main findings are as follows: a) if a dividend premium is positive and the second-largest shareholder holds many shares, the strong catering effect of dividends is observed; b) there are only two years of negative premium, which does not allow to conclude that both the catering effect and the impact of interactions between the largest shareholders on dividend payouts do not exist when dividend premium is negative. We propose pioneering research concerning the catering effect in the context of interactions between the largest shareholders. Its long-term theoretical value added is the original and interdisciplinary research combining financial, behavioral and governance aspects. Our research results may be of particular interest to foreign investors looking for new opportunities to invest their capital abroad, also in Poland.
A systematic review of mucormycosis cases in COVID-19: Is it an unholy trilogy of COVID-19, diabetes mellitus, and corticosteroids?

Background: A significant surge of cases of mucormycosis is seen in individuals with COVID-19 with presence of diabetes mellitus (DM) and usage of corticosteroids. We aim to conduct a systematic analysis of the cases involving presence of mucormycosis and to find out its association with COVID-19, diabetes mellitus, and corticosteroids. Method: >The electronic records of PubMed, Google Scholar, and Science Direct were searched for the case reports and case series that reported mucormycosis in association of COVID-19. The particulars of each case report and case series were retrieved, stored and analyzed. Results: In this study, 476 cases of mucormycosis were reported. In 346 cases of mucormycosis, the patients were found to be COVID-19 positive. The incidence of diabetes Mellitus (DM) was 67.01%. Corticosteroid was administered in 57.77% of the cases. Mortality was reported in 36.34% of the cases. Conclusion: An immunosuppressive environment created due to the COVID-19, diabetes mellitus, and extensive use of corticosteroid provide a suitable background for the increased incidence of mucormycosis. The COVID task force should adopt an aggressive multidisciplinary approach to optimize the use of corticosteroids and maintain glucose in the optimal range.
Octanoic Acid-Enrichment Diet Improves Endurance Capacity and Reprograms Mitochondrial Biogenesis in Skeletal Muscle of Mice

Background: Medium Chain Fatty Acids (MCFAs) are a dietary supplement that exhibit interesting properties, due to their smaller molecular size. The acute consumption of MCFAs is expected to enhance exercise performance. However, the short-term effects of MCFAs on endurance performance remains poorly understood. The aim of our study is to evaluate the octanoic acid (C8)-rich diet effect on endurance capacity, and to explore their molecular and cellular effects. Methods: C57BL/6J mice were fed with a chow diet (Control group) or an octanoic acid-rich diet (C8 diet) for 6 weeks. Spontaneous activity, submaximal and maximal exercise tests were carried out to characterize the exercise capacities of the mice. Beta-oxidation and mitochondrial biogenesis pathways were explored in skeletal muscle by RT-qPCR, Western Blot (Quadriceps) and histochemical staining (Gastrocnemius). Results: Mice fed with a C8-rich diet presented a higher spontaneous activity (p < 0.05) and endurance capacities (p < 0.05) than the control, but no effect on maximal effort was observed. They also presented changes in the skeletal muscle metabolic phenotype, with a higher number of the oxidative fibers, rich in mitochondria. At the molecular level, the C8-diet induced an AMPK activation (p < 0.05), associated with a significant increase in PGC1a and CS gene expression and protein levels. Conclusion: Our study provided evidence that C8-enrichment as a food supplementation improves endurance capacities and activates mitochondrial biogenesis pathways leading to higher skeletal muscle oxidative capacities.
A survey on anesthetic procedures for elective surgeries in small animal practices in Flanders

To the authors’ knowledge, this is the first study to report and evaluate the auxiliary anesthetic equipment and procedures used for elective surgical castration procedures with a low perianesthetic risk in small animal practices in Flanders. This online survey showed an overall acceptable standard of anesthetic procedures by veterinarians in Flanders. Practices are fairly well equipped to monitor patients safely during anesthesia. The main areas of improvement include in general an absence of emergency crash kits and a lack of intraoperative fluid therapy. Specifically for feline anesthesia, there appears to be a lack of endotracheal intubation, IV access and anesthetic monitoring. Although postoperative analgesia is offered to most patients, additional attention should be given to provide analgesia for a sufficient period of time.
Exploring Virtual Teaching Approaches Among Pediatricians During the SARS-CoV-2 Pandemic: A Virtual Ethnographic Study

Introduction: During the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic, Canadian postsecondary institutions were forced to rely on online teaching to comply with physical distancing recommendations. This sole reliance on virtual methods to deliver synchronous teaching sessions in medical education was novel. We found little empirical research examining pediatric educators' experiences. Hence, the objective of our study was to describe and gain a deeper understanding of pediatric educators' perspectives, focusing on the research question, “How is synchronous virtual teaching impacting and transforming teaching experiences of pediatricians during a pandemic? ” Methods: A virtual ethnography was conducted guided by an online collaborative learning theory. This approach used both interviews and online field observations to obtain objective descriptions and subjective understandings of the participants' experiences while teaching virtually. Pediatric educators (clinical and academic faculty) from our institution were recruited using purposeful sampling and invited to participate in individual phone interviews and online teaching observations. Data were recorded and transcribed, and a thematic analysis was conducted. Results: Fifteen frontline pediatric teachers from our large Canadian research-intensive university were recruited. Four main themes, with subthemes, emerged: (1) the love/hate relationship with the virtual shift; (2) self-imposed pressure to increase virtual engagement; (3) looking back, moving forward; (4) accelerated adaptation and enhanced collaboration. Conclusion: Pediatricians adopted new delivery methods quickly and found many efficiencies and opportunities in this shift. Continued use of virtual teaching will lead to increased collaboration, enhanced student engagement strategies, and blending the advantages of virtual and face-to-face learning.
Effect of purified docosahexaenoic acid supplementation
on production performance, meat quality,
and intestinal microbiome of finishing pigs

This study examined the effects of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) purified from fish oil on the growth performance, nutrient digestibility, faecal microbial count, faecal score, and meat quality of finishing pigs. A total of 160 crossbred finishing pigs [(Yorkshire × Landrace) × Duroc] with an average body weight of 70.51 ± 2.23 kg were randomly assigned to 1 of 4 diets [5 pigs per pen (2 barrows and 3 gilts); 8 pens per treatment]. Dietary treatments were: CON – basal diet, TRT1 – CON + 0.10% DHA, TRT2 – CON + 0.25% DHA, TRT3 – CON + 0.50% DHA. DHA supplementation resulted in a linear increase ( P = 0.046) in final body weight of finishing pigs. DHA supplementation increased average daily gain (ADG) in the TRT3 group compared to the CON group at week 6. In addition, the gain to feed ratio (G:F) was increased in the TRT3 group compared to the CON group. Increasing dietary DHA levels linearly improved ADG ( P = 0.046) and G:F ( P = 0.021). DHA supplementation did not influence nutrient digestibility. The pH, water holding capacity, cooking loss, and meat colour were not affected by the supplementation with graded DHA levels. On day 7, drip loss was reduced in the TRT2 and TRT3 groups compared to CON. However, faecal microbial and faecal score measurements remained unaffected among the treatments. In short, powdered DHA supplementation improved growth performance in finishing pigs without affecting nutrient digestibility, intestinal microorganisms and faecal score.
Does Online Jealousy Lead to Online Control in Dating Adolescents? The Moderation Role of Moral Disengagement and Socio-Emotional Competence

The present study focuses on understanding the online aggression in adolescent couples from a gender-sensitive perspective. Specifically, the aims were: (1) to analyze the direct relationship between online jealousy and online control among adolescent boys and girls and (2) to explore the moderating role of moral disengagement and socio-emotional competence in the association between online jealousy and online control by gender. The sample comprised 1,160 high school students (52.7% girls) aged between 12 and 17 years (M = 14.25, SD = 1.35). The study design was cross-sectional. The moderation analysis revealed that online jealousy was directly related to the perpetration of online control. Moral disengagement strengthened the relationship between online jealousy and online control among both boys and girls, while socio-emotional competence weakened it, but only among girls. The results are discussed considering the gender differences found and the practical implications for programs designed to promote healthy dating relationships.
Effectiveness and functional magnetic resonance imaging outcomes of Tuina therapy in patients with post-stroke depression: A randomized controlled trial

Objective To investigate the effectiveness and functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) outcomes of Tuina therapy in patients with post-stroke depression (PSD). Methods This was a single-center, randomized, two-armed, controlled trial. Eighty-four patients with PSD were selected and randomly assigned to a Tuina therapy group or a routine rehabilitation control group. The patients underwent five 20-min treatment sessions per week over a period of 2 weeks. The primary outcome measure was change in Hamilton Depression Rating Scale (HAMD) score over the 2 weeks of intervention, whereas the secondary outcome measures were changes in Fugl-Meyer Assessment (FMA) score, Modified Barthel index (MBI), and Mini Mental State Examination (MMSE) score. Results The Tuina group showed significantly improved HAMD scores compared to the routine rehabilitation control group (5.85, [2.54, 9.16]). For the secondary outcomes, the Tuina group showed better MMSE scores than the routine rehabilitation group (1.97, [1.19, 2.76]); however, there were no significant differences between the other secondary outcomes of both groups (P > 0.05). After 2 weeks, both groups showed a significant decrease in HAMD score compared to baseline. In addition, the Tuina group showed a significant decrease in MMSE score compared to baseline (2.35, [1.8, 2.9]); however, there were no significant differences in the MBI and FMA scores of the two group after the intervention (P > 0.05). Regarding fMRI results, the zALFF values of the right caudate nucleus, right putamen, right insula, left superior temporal gyrus, right parahippocampal gyrus, right hippocampus, left middle temporal gyrus, left angular gyrus, and left thalamus were higher in the Tuina group. In the Tuina group, the functional connectivity between the hippocampus and thalamus, and the thalamus and caudate nucleus, were significantly different (P <0.01). In addition, the zALFF value of the hippocampus was significantly negatively correlated with HAMD score. No serious adverse events were observed in both groups. Conclusion Tuina therapy administered 10 times within 2 weeks is safe and can effectively relieve depression and improve cognitive function in patients with PSD. This finding may be closely related to the effect of Tuina therapy on the activation and functional connectivity of the hippocampus. Clinical Trial Registration http://www.chictr. org.cn/showproj.aspx? proj=55151, identifier ChiCTR200003388.
Over 30 Years of Misidentification: A New Nothospecies Lycoris × jinzheniae (Amaryllidaceae) in Eastern China, Based on Molecular, Morphological, and Karyotypic Evidence

Based on the complete chloroplast genome, morphology, and karyotype evidence, we identified a new nothospecies, Lycoris × jinzheniae S.Y. Zhang, P.C. Zhang & J.W. Shao, in eastern China. This new nothospecies has been inappropriately named Lycoris × albiflora in the previous literature for more than 30 years. However, the new nothospecies resulted from the hybridization of L. sprengeri and L. chinensis and had the following characteristics: the karyotype was 2n = 19 = 3V + 16I, the leaves emerged in the spring, the ratio of filament to corolla length was approximately 1.2, tepals were slightly undulated and curved, and it was distributed throughout eastern China. These characteristics are quite different from those of L. × albiflora; thus, in this study, we named it and provided a detailed morphological description and diagnosis.
The Associations of Selenoprotein Genetic Variants with the Risks of Colorectal Adenoma and Colorectal Cancer: Case–Control Studies in Irish and Czech Populations

Background: Selenium manifests its biological effects through its incorporation into selenoproteins, which play several roles in countering oxidative and inflammatory responses implicated in colorectal carcinogenesis. Selenoprotein genetic variants may contribute to colorectal cancer (CRC) development, as we previously observed for SNP variants in a large European prospective study and a Czech case–control cohort. Methods: We tested if significantly associated selenoprotein gene SNPs from these studies were also associated with CRC risk in case–control studies from Ireland (colorectal neoplasia, i.e., cancer and adenoma cases: 450, controls: 461) and the Czech Republic (CRC cases: 718, controls: 646). Genotyping of 23 SNPs (20 in the Irish and 13 in the Czechs) was performed by competitive specific allele-specific PCR (KASPar). Multivariable adjusted logistic regression was used to assess the associations with CRC development. Results: We found significant associations with an increased CRC risk for rs5859 (SELENOF) and rs2972994 (SELENOP) in the Irish cohort but only with rs4802034 (SELENOV) in the Czechs. Significant associations were observed for rs5859 (SELENOF), rs4659382 (SELENON), rs2972994 (SELENOP), rs34713741 (SELENOS), and the related Se metabolism gene variant rs2275129 (SEPHS1) with advanced colorectal neoplasia development. However, none of these findings retained significance after multiple testing corrections. Conclusions: Several SNPs previously associated with CRC risk were also associated with CRC or colorectal neoplasia development in either the Irish or Czech cohorts. Selenoprotein gene variation may modify CRC risk across diverse European populations, although the specific variants may differ.