Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Firm Characteristic, Ownership Structure and Voluntary Disclosure: A Study of Indonesian Listed Manufacturing Firm

This study is entitled Analysis of Factors Affecting Voluntary Disclosure (Empirical Study of Manufacturing Companies Listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange Period 2017-2019). This study aims to examine the effect of leverage, liquidity, profitability, company size, managerial ownership, and institutional ownership on voluntary disclosure. Data analysis methods used are multiple regression analysis, simultaneous significance test and partial significance test. Simultaneous significance test results show that leverage, liquidity, profitability, company size, managerial ownership, and institutional ownership have a significant effect on voluntary disclosure. The results of the partial significance test show that leverage and firm size affect voluntary disclosure, while liquidity, profitability, managerial ownership, and institutional ownership do not affect voluntary disclosure. Keywords: voluntary disclosure, leverage, liquidity, profitability, company size, managerial ownership, institutional ownership
Triple diffusive mixed convection flow in a duct using convective boundary conditions

The motivation of the current article is to explore a numerical investigation on steady triply diffusive convection in a vertical channel. Heat is exchanged from the external fluid with the plates. The reference temperature is taken as equal and also as different for the external fluid. Solutions in the absence of viscous dissipation and buoyancy forces are also obtained as special cases. General solutions including the effects of viscous dissipation and buoyancy forces are obtained analytically using the method of perturbation. The analytical solutions can be used only if the Brinkman number is small. Hence to know the flow properties for all values of Brinkman number, we resort to numerical solutions. The effects of thermal Grashof number, solutal Grashof number, and the chemical reaction parameter on the flow field are evaluated numerically. The obtained results are validated against previously published results for special case of the problems.
Pengaruh Fashion Consciousness, Materialism, dan Lifestyle terhadap Intention to Purchase Counterfeit Product dengan Consumer Attitude toward Countereit Product sebagai Variabel Intervening

Salah satu fenomena yang saat ini sedang menarik adalah fenomena peredaran counterfeit product sebagai sebuah alternatif baru dalam pilihan konsumsi konsumen Indonesia. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menguji dan menganalisis pengaruh Fashion Consciousness, Materialism, dan Lifestyle Terhadap Intention to Purchase Counterfeit Product dengan Consumer Attitude Toward Counterfeit Product sebagai variabel intervening pada pengunjung Toko Sinar Permata Xuping Gombong. Penelitian ini menggunakan 100 orang sampel yang diperoleh memalui teknik non probability sampling (accidental sampling). Metode pengumpulan data menggunakan kuesioner. Sikap responden diukur dengan skala likert 4 tingkatan. Data yang diperoleh diolah dengan teknik analisis deskriptif dan analisis kuantitatif dengan bantuan program SPSS (Statistical Product and Service Solution) for windows versi 23.0. Hasil dari penelitian menunjukan bahwa Fashion Consciousness, Materialism, dan Lifestyle berpengaruh positif dan signifikan secara langsung terhadap Consumer Attitude Toward Counterfeit Product. Fashion Consciousness, Lifestyle, dan Consumer Attitude Toward Counterfeit Product berpengaruh positif dan signifikan seacara langsung terhadap Intention to Purchase Counterfeit Product. Kecuali Materialism yang tidak berpengaruh secara langung. Selanjutnya, Consumer Attitude Toward Counterfeit Product mampu memediasi hubungan antara Fashion Consciousness, Materialism, dan Lifestyle terhadap Intention to Purchase Counterfeit Product.
Combining Ability Analysis for Yield and Yield Contributing Traits in Maize (Zea mays L.) Hybrids

Maize is third most important cereal crop after rice and wheat in the world. It is referred as the “Queen of Cereals” and “Miracle Crop” due to its high productivity potential as compared to the other cereals. Being a potential field crop in India, maize occupies an important place as a source of human food (26%), animal feed (11%), poultry feed (43%), industrial products (12%) and three per cent for seed and other purposes (FICCI). Many forms of maize are used i.e. Flour corn, Popcorn, Flint corn, Dent corn, Waxy corn, Sweet corn, Pod corn and Stripped maize.
Computational Fluid Dynamic (CFD) Simulation of Synthetic Jet Cooling: A Review

Synthetic jet which is also known as pulsed jet is a mechanism that is applied in many industries, such as manufacturing, automotive, and electronics. It is used in the industries as a cooling device. There have been many products developed and experimental data gained in the previous decade from synthetic jet technology. Interestingly, the expansion in computational fluid dynamic (CFD) simulation for synthetic jet analysis becomes important due to the technical advantages in reducing the analysis time and cost of the test rig. Therefore, this paper reviews the parameters in the CFD simulation which affects the synthetic jet performance. The parameters involved are synthetic configuration, numerical method modelling, and cavity. The numerical methods employed are Shear Stress Transport, Reynolds Averaged Navier-Stokes (RANS), k-ε, and Lattice Boltzmann. The investigation on synthetic jet via CFD analysis still needs further enhancement, especially on numerical method selection and modification. In certain conditions, the results of CFD simulation perform very close to the real experimental data. Therefore, the CFD technology is crucial to expedite the synthetic jet product enhancement.
Plasticity and transfer in the sound system: exposure to syllables in production or perception changes their subsequent production

ABSTRACT This study focuses on the ability of the adult sound system to reorganise as a result of experience. Participants were exposed to existing and novel syllables in either a listening task or a production task over the course of two days. On the third day, they named disyllabic pseudowords while their electroencephalogram was recorded. The first syllable of these pseudowords had either been trained in the auditory modality, trained in production or had not been trained. The EEG response differed between existing and novel syllables for untrained but not for trained syllables, indicating that training novel sound sequences modifies the processes involved in the production of these sequences to make them more similar to those underlying the production of existing sound sequences. Effects of training on the EEG response were observed both after production training and mere auditory exposure.
Mark scheme design for school- and college-based assessment in VTQs

ABSTRACT School- and college-based vocational and technical qualifications (VTQs) in England are required to award successful candidates a grade rather than simple pass or fail. Ensuring the reliability and validity of these grades is considered vital, particularly in light of the high-stakes purposes for which school assessment results in England are used. Whilst previous research has shown how mark scheme design can support examiner judgement, school- and college-based VTQs are assessed to a large extent by non-exam assessment, which is marked or graded by an assessor within the candidate’s school or college. This article addresses the question of how mark scheme design can most effectively support reliable and valid assessment, by considering the distinctive characteristics of assessors’ marking or grading task in this particular context. The article synthesises research on the nature of internal VTQ assessment, empirically validated studies in mark scheme design, and theoretical arguments, to produce a framework for mark scheme review. The framework constitutes a tool for evaluating design decisions, intended to help assessment designers in the process of mark scheme improvement, and hence to support school- and college-based VTQ assessment.
Impact of board attributes on the firm dividend payout policy: evidence from Malaysia

This paper aims to examine the extent to which corporate board attributes influence dividend payout policies. ,A total number of 2,842 firm’s year-observations of Malaysian non-financial firms representing from various industries. The firms were scrutinized over a period of 14 financial years covering from 2005 to 2018. The data was in a panel form given the cross-sectional and time-series nature. The fixed effect is used as the main technique for analysis. The OLS and random effects techniques are used for robustness for this study. ,The results revealed that the proportion of board independence, board tenure, board size and CEO duality have a positive and statistically mixed effect on dividend pay-out. However, the corporate board diversity and board member age had a negative association with dividend payouts. Overall, the results suggest that firms with well-organized corporate board attribute affect positively on dividend pay-out policy. ,This research contributes to a nuanced understanding of internal governance mechanisms by presenting evidence of the substitution hypothesis in an emerging economy in which firms operate within a unique regulatory framework and board composition.
Dynamic Convergence of Green Total Factor Productivity in Chinese Cities

China’s energy consumption in urban areas accounts for a large proportion of total energy consumption, and many pollutants are emitted with the energy consumption. Considering the requirement for green development of economy, it is necessary to study the green total factor productivity (GTFP) in cities. In this study, the Malmquist index, spatial autocorrelation analysis and convergence analysis are used to analyze the GTFP for 263 prefectural or higher-level cities in China. The results show a growing trend of values measured by the GTFP in Chinese cities, indicating an increase in efficiency. In addition. the eastern region has the highest efficiency, followed by the central region while the lowest being the western region. The calculated values of GTFP show a relatively strong overall spatial clustering with some local high-high clusters of high index values. GTFP also shows relatively weak divergence and no sign of convergence. Thus, we propose that, to improve GTFP and narrow the gap between regions, it would be necessary to enhance technological progress and restructuring industrial productivity in cities.
Occupant injury severity in passenger car-truck collisions on interstate 80 in Wyoming: a Hamiltonian Monte Carlo Markov Chain Bayesian inference approach

Abstract This paper investigates the significant contributing factors affecting the injury severity of car drivers, car passengers, and truck occupants from the aspects of car-truck collisions along interstate 80 (I-80) in Wyoming using a binary logit model with a Bayesian inference approach. Fixed- and random-effects models were developed to examine the effects on severe and non-severe injuries. Results showed that the random-effects model provided a better fit to the data than the fixed-effects model. Parameter estimates were sampled from the posterior distributions using No-U-Turn Hamiltonian Monte Carlo (NUT HMC) sampling method because of its efficiency over other Monte Carlo Markov Chain (MCMC) techniques. The analysis showed that occupant behavior characteristics, such as impaired driving, alcohol or illegal drugs, fatigue, and dangerous driving significantly increased the probability of injury severity. Unlit conditions, inclement weather, challenging roadway geometry, presence of junctions, downgrades, and curve sections were also likely to lead to more severe occupant injuries. The significant finding of this paper concludes that car drivers are more responsible than truck drivers contributing more severe injuries in car-truck collisions. Findings from this study are expected to help WYDOT and other related agencies take necessary actions and decide on management strategies in reducing car-truck collisions.
The Vesuvianite Gems of the Val d’Ala (Piedmont, Italy)

In Val d’Ala (Western Alps in Piedmont, Italy), the most interesting rocks for mineralogical research are represented by rodingite (rich in mineralized veins and fractures) associated with serpentinite in the eclogitized oceanic crust of Piedmont Zone, south of Gran Paradiso Massif. Among the vein-filling minerals, vesuvianite is well appreciated for its potential as gem-quality materials, even though it has never been characterized in detail. This study provides a gemological characterization of eleven vesuvianite crystals from different localities of the Val d’Ala. The refractive index (1.717–1.708) and density (1.705–1.709) values of our vesuvianite are in the range of those in the literature. Scanning electron microscopy with energy-dispersive spectroscopy (SEM/EDS) and laser ablation-inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometry (LA-ICP-MS) established that the samples are pretty compositionally homogeneous in terms of major elements, while trace and rare earth elements (REE) contents are more variable. All REE patterns are characterized by pronounced positive Eu anomalies. The variations in color (from olive green to dark green with chocolate (reddish-brown color shades and polychrome bands) are due to the relevant presence of Fe and, to a lesser extent, Ti and Cr. The X-ray powder diffraction (XRPD) analyses and SEM/EDS quantitative study indicate that the other phases associated with vesuvianite are represented by diopside, garnet, clinochlore.
Development of a Composite Material Based on Wood Waste Stabilized with Recycled Expanded Polystyrene

Environmental pollution is a whole world concern. One of the causes of that pollution is the proliferation of plastic waste. Among these wastes there is expanded polystyrene (EPS), mainly from packaging. This study aims to valorize EPS waste by developing a composite material from EPS waste and wood waste. For this purpose, a resin made of EPS has been elaborated by dissolving EPS in acetone. That resin was used as a binder in volume proportions of 15%, 20%, 25% and 30% to stabilize the samples. Some of them were thermoformed. The method of elaboration was based on a device consisting of an extruder for mixing the constituents, and a manual press for shaping and compacting the samples. Analyses show that the drying time depends on the composition of the mixture. Increasing the resin content leads to reduce water absorption and porosity of the samples; it also contributes to homogenize the internal structure of the samples. However, for the same resin contents, the thermoformed samples are less porous; they have more homogeneous internal structure; and absorb less water than non-thermoformed samples.
Aridity assessment and forecast for Kherson oblast (Ukraine) at the climate change

Kherson oblast is a zone of risky agriculture, which is subjected to great inequality between evapotranspiration and precipitation. Climate change, which takes place worldwide, is a driving force for an increase in the risks of extreme droughts occurrence, aridity aggravation, and desertification in many regions. We have studied a long-term (1905-2019) state of natural water supply in the region and worked out scenario of future situation for 2020-2050. Potential evapotranspiration was calculated by the method of Holdridge, natural humidification deficit was expressed as a difference between the potential evapotranspiration and effective rainfall, distribution of precipitation was indirectly assessed by the coefficient of variation. Mann-Kendall and Sen’s slope test revealed no trend in natural humidification supply and distribution of precipitation in the studied area, while air temperature, rainfall, and potential evapotranspiration tend to increase. The forecast created by the method of exponential triple smoothing anticipates a considerable increase in the above indices. It was also found out that the increase in rainfall is a bit greater than the increase in potential evapotranspiration that allows concluding about no increase in the severity of aridity in Kherson oblast in upcoming 30 years. Although it is advisable to reconstruct irrigation, develop afforestation, land reclamation measures along with the introduction of climate-smart cultivation technologies and adaptive crop varieties and hybrids to maintain crop production, preserve agricultural land fertility, provide food security in the region.
Influence of pre-harvest foliar application of micronutrients and sorbitol on pollination, fruit set, fruit drop and yield in mango (Mangifera indica L.) cv. ALPHONSO.

An experiment was carried out to study the influence of pre-harvest foliar application of calcium (0.06 %), boron(0.02%) and sorbitol (2 %) along with a control on pollination, fruit set, fruit drop, fruit growth parameters and yield of mango cv. ALPHONSO. The result revealed that maximum pollen viability (89.69%), germination (56.30%) and pollen tube growth (158.99μm), fruit set at pea stage (0.66%), fruit retension (2.23%),fruit length (9.98 cm), breadth (7.86 cm), weight (268.29 g), fruit volume (258.24 cc), number of fruit per tree (166.00) and yield per tree (44.60 kg)and minimum fruit drop (97.77%)were obtained under the foliar spray of boric acid (0.02%).
Tri-Service Site Characterization and Analysis Penetrometer System Validation of the Membrane Interface Probe

Abstract : Site characterization for subsurface contaminants is time consuming and costly. The Site Characterization and Analysis Penetrometer System (SCAPS) Ion Trap Mass Spectrometer - Membrane Interface Probe (ITMS-MIP) system was developed to respond to the need for real-time, in situ measurements of subsurface volatile organic compound (VOC) contamination at hazardous waste sites. The ITMS-MIP system performs rapid field screening to determine the presence or absence of subsurface volatile organic contaminants. The Membrane Interface Probe developed by Geoprobe Systems, Inc., was coupled with the direct sampling ITMS to provide in situ measurement of VOCs in the subsurface. The ITMS-MIP system was demonstrated at five geographically different hazardous waste sites. The ITMS-MIP was found to perform best in saturated soils. Results from the saturated zone show a good correlation with U.S. Environmental Protection Agency validation methods for co-located samples with a linear regression coefficient of 0.95 and a slope of 1.42 for trichloroethene. Correlations for vadose zone samples showed differences in soil types and moisture content. The ITMS-MIP was successfully demonstrated as a qualitative screening tool at these sites. The SCAPS ITMSS-MIP system was demonstrated to reduce the time and cost required to characterize sites by directing the placement of a reduced number of conventional soil bores and monitoring wells.
Survey on gender role in rice production by farmers of Nuwakot district, Nepal

Gender plays an important role in agriculture from managing work at the farm field to communicate with buyers. There is a significant division of labor among rice farmers in Nepal; thus, the study was conducted to identify the role of males and females in a farm field and also in decision making and other relevant activities. A random sampling survey was conducted where the respondents aged between 35-55 were highest and 85% of the respondents were males. The area was found to be dominated by the Brahmins. Female workers were found to be involved in highly unskilled work like transplanting, uprooting, weeding, and male workers were found to be involved in decision making, marketing, land preparation, pesticide application. Harvesting was done by females and then threshing by males. Equal involvement of males and females laborers was observed in the irrigation of rice crops. Women's less access to decision making was found to be due to lack of land ownership and lower level of education than those of males. Thus, the need for women empowerment is necessary for the area and also exposure of female labors to different skill-oriented training should be encouraged. The focus of NGOs/ INGOs should be headed to uplift the women's role in farming in Nepal.
Perceived Risk Factors Affect Intention To Use FinTech

ARTICLE DETAILS ABSTRACT History Revised format: May 2020 Available Online: June 2020 Objective: Studies show there is a high acceptance of FinTech development in Malaysia. However, the perceived risk factors that hinder a user's intention to use FinTech remains vague. Research on perceived risk is limited, especially the use of FinTech in the context of Malaysia. Therefore, this study aims to narrow the gap in perceived risk factors of FinTech. Methodology: A total of 302 participants participated in the study. Collected data and hypotheses were tested using the method of structural equation modeling. Results: It is found that three of the four dimensions of financial risk, legal risk and operational risk have a significant negative impact on the intention to use FinTech. The findings found that security risks do not have a significant negative effect on the intention to use FinTech. This result is consistent with the finding that Malaysian consumers' perception of e-payment is not significantly related to perceived security. Implication: The results help practitioners better conceptualize and reduce risk barriers in preparing for the disruption of FinTech. Practitioners are also advised to pay attention to FinTech's operational skills and system functional performance in FinTech services.
Student-Teachers’ Experiences and Strategies of Managing Disruptive Behaviours in Tanzania Secondary Schools.

This paper reports on student-teachers’ experiences during a six-week teaching practicum of disruptive classroom behaviours by students in selected Tanzanian secondary schools and the strategies that the student-teachers employed to manage them. Questionnaire and semi-structured interviews were employed to collect data from 70 student-teachers. Using qualitative thematic analysis and descriptive quantitative analysis strategies, it was revealed that student-teachers did very little to enhance appropriate classroom behaviours. Instead, they relied on punitive strategies such as punishment to deal with disrupting students. Reliance on punitive measures limited their ability to use positive feedback, tolerance and relational support strategies, which are regarded as more effective in fostering appropriate classroom behaviours by empowering students to take control of their own behaviour. These findings have important implications for teacher training programmes, and students learning. The paper concludes by asserting that like any other lessons, appropriate behaviours in classrooms need to be taught and nurtured not simply demanded.
Numerical Prediction of Welding Distortion Considering Gravity Force on General Ship Grillage Structure by Elastic Finite Element Method Using Inherent Strain

The accurate numerical prediction of welding deformation is important to improve the structural safety of ships and offshore structures in heavy industries. The precise reflection of the real working condition in the numerical prediction is an essential factor to improve its result. In the present study, the effect of the gravity force on numerical prediction of the optimal welding sequence of a general ship grillage structure was validated with the introduction of a new boundary condition in which the structure is placed over rails. Additionally, the direction of the gravity force of welded structures could be changed at the final assembly process according to the production plan. The effect of the gravitational orientation on the final welding displacements was also investigated herein. The elastic finite element method using the inherent strain, interface element, and multipoint constraint function was introduced to analyze the welding deformation. This study validated the influence of the gravity force on the numerical prediction of welding displacements in a general ship grillage structure.