Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Thrombus Occurrence in Patients with Non-ST- Elevation Myocardial Infarctionand Associated Risk factors

Background:Acute coronary syndrome (ACS) can be divided into subgroups of ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI), non-ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI), and unstable angina. ACS carries significant morbidity and mortality and prompt diagnosis.Thrombus encountered in the setting of acute coronary syndromes has been correlated with acute complications during the percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) such as no-reflow, acute coronary occlusion, and long-term complicationsthat occurs later such as stent thrombus. Aim:To identify the electrocardiographic changes and the possible complications associated with thrombus formation in patients with Non-ST Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction Methods:In this sample, 66 patients were enrolled in 2 groups; Group I (n = 33) represented the low level of thrombus; Group II (n = 33) represented the high level of thrombus. The degree of stenosis and coronary flux by thrombolysis in myocardial infarction (TIMI), grade, was assessed in all patients to assess the associated high thrombus plaque disruption or formation. Results:Class I and II have a mean age respectively 62.21±9.51 and a mean age of 66.67±9.14. The global systolic average LV (AGS) in Group I and II relative to Group III was slightly lower. Regarding the Killip class, the main difference between the groups was statistically significantwith a P-value of 0.001, regarding ECG Changes (ST depression and t wave inversion), the main difference between the groups was statistically non-significant with p values 0.726 and 0.403 respectively. ConclusionThe quantity of the intracoronary thrombus burden is associated with a poor prognosis in patients with the acute coronary syndrome.intracoronary thrombus plaque disruption occurs as a complication in non-ST segment elevation myocardial infarction patients undergoing primary PCI.
The effects of supplementary plyometric training on the development of selected motor skills of young football players from Akademia Raków Częstochowa football club

Contemporary football requires from players a high level of fitness and efficiency on the pitch. Match statistics display an increased number of short-term movements of high intensity. Due to the changes in the nature of this sports discipline, optimal proportions of shaping motor parameters in football training are sought for. The aim of the research was to learn how plyometric training influences better results in long jump and decreased sprint time for the distance of 5m in a selected group of young players from Akademia Rakow Czestochowa football club. 24 football players from Akademia Rakow Czestochowa football club, aged 16–18, were subject of the research. After using plyometric training, there were statistically relevant better results obtained, both in long jump (p < 0.001) and in a 5m sprint (p < 0.001). One could also notice negative correlation between the jump length and 5m sprint time. The obtained result was statistically relevant (p < 0.001). The use of a selected set of plyometric exercises in supplementary football training in Akademia Rakow Czestochowa football club led to better results in long jump without a run-up and shortened 5 m distance sprint time. The results were observed already after 8 weeks of training.
Work Motivation of Satuan Intelkam Members of Polres Palopo in Terms of Surat Keterangan Catatan Kepolisian (SKCK) Management Services

From the results of this study, it was found that there is enhancement in the issuance of SKCK (Surat Keterangan Catatan Kepolisian) at Polres Palopo. SKCK applicant data for the last 4 years from 2016 to 2019 continues to increase. The number of SKCK applicants was 5,271 in 2016, it was 5,685 in 2017, it was 6,567 in 2018 and it was 6,997 in 2019. Based on these data, it can be concluded that there are responsibility and work motivation of Satuan Intelkam members. The purpose of this study was to clearly identify and describe the extent of the work motivation of Satuan Intelkam Polres Palopo in terms of the quality of SKCK services. This research was a qualitative descriptive study. The data source was taken from the Internal Archives and structured interviews with three members of Satuan Intelkam with the sampling technique of the proposal.
Single-crystal X-ray structure study of synthetic pyrope almandine garnets at 100 and 293 K

The crystal structures of synthetic pyrope (Mg3AI2Si3012),almandine (FeAI2Si3012), and the solid-solution garnet compositions PY8o-Alm2o, PY6o-Alm4o, and PY2o-Alm8o have been refined in space group Ia1d from high-precision X-ray diffraction data with sin 0/>. > 0.4 A-I measured at 100 and 293 K. There is no indication of lower symmetry for pyrope, almandine, or solid-solution members. Experimentally determined atomic coordinates and displacement parameters for the solid-solution compositions are in good agreement with those linearly interpolated from the end-members. Thus there are no apparent structural features that could account for substantial nonideal enthalpies of mixing in the system pyrope-almandine. The tetrahedral rotation angle is inversely correlated with the X-O distance. Fe2t substitution on the eight-coordinated X site of pyrope, or increasing temperature, decreases the rigid tetrahedral rotation in garnet. The large and anisotropic displacement parameters for the X-site cations in garnet are mainly a result of anisotropic thermal vibrations along the longer X-O bonds, which produce nonrigid polyhedral behavior for the dodecahedral site. The tetrahedra and octahedra behave as rigid bodies. These strong vibrations of the former give rise to the relatively large heat capacities and third-law entropies in garnet. Previous proposals concerning subsite dodecahedral ordering in pyrope must be revised.
Optimization and advanced control of thermal energy storage systems

Abstract This paper reviews the optimization and control of thermal energy storage systems. Emphasis is given to thermal storage applied to combined heat and power systems, building systems, and solar thermal power systems. The paper also discusses how applications of thermal storage can benefit the chemical industry. Optimization of the design and control of thermal storage systems improves plant performance and improves the management of transient energy loads in a variety of applications. In order to maximize the benefits of thermal storage, it is necessary to include advanced multivariate constrained controls, such as model predictive control. Thermal storage also increases system flexibility, allowing the incorporation of intermittent renewable energy sources. The flexibility of thermal storage will play an increasingly important role as utilities implement smart grid technology with time-of-use electricity pricing. Lastly, thermal energy storage improves system economics by reducing required equipment sizes, improving efficiency, and reducing equipment wear.
Impact of Applying Potassium Fulvate and Boron on Sugar Beet Yield and Quality

Two field experiments were conducted out in a lysimeter at Sakha Agricultural Research Station, Kafr Elsheikh Governorate, Agricultural Research Center, Egypt, during winter seasons 2018 2019 and 2019 2020 to investigate the influence of four potassium fulvate treatments (without potassium fulvate, soil application of potassium fulvate, foliar application of potassium fulvate and soil+ foliar application of potassium fulvate) and foliar application with boron in three levels (without, 20 and 40 mg L) and their interactions on growth, yield, its components and quality of sugar beet (triple cross Farida hybrid as multigerm variety). A strip-plot design with three replicates was used. The obtained results showed that soil application of potassium fulvate (4 Liters fed) besides spraying twice with potassium fulvate (5 cm L water) gave the highest effective values of yield components, chemical constituents, quality and yields. Foliar application of boron (40 mgL) was more effective than other treatments (without, 20 mg L). It could be concluded that the interaction between foliar applications of boron (40 mgL) after 50 and 70 days from sowing in the presence addition of soil application with potassium fulvate (4 Liters fed) besides spraying twice along with potassium fulvate (5 cm L water) achieved the highest growth, yield and its components of the sugar beet under the conditions of Sakha, Kafr Elsheikh Governorate, Egypt.
Dispersion behavior of acoustic metamaterials for aeronautical applications modeled by CUF

This work focuses on the study of heterogenous acoustic metamaterials to be employed as soundproofing treatment in aircrafts. According to the aeronautical requirements, a composite metamaterial made of a melamine foam matrix with a periodic distribution of cylindrical alluminium inclusions has been considered. The volume fraction of the inclusions is chosen in order to obtain an equivalent density of the metamaterial near to the density of classical aeronautical materials, such as Nomex. The dispersion relations are derived by applying the Bloch-Floquet theory to the unit cell of periodic material. Advanced beam finite elements based on Carrera Unified Formulation are here extended, for the first time, to the dynamic characterization of metamaterials. Moreover, transmission curves are computed to validate the band gaps encountered in the analysis of dispersion behavior. The finite element model is first assessed by evaluating the dispersion behavior of some acoustic metamaterials proposed in literature. Subsequently, the model is applied to the characterization of the metamaterial with melamine matrix and alluminium inclusions. The results show that it is possible to tune the band gaps of the metamaterial to lower frequencies, without increasing the weight of the material, by simply varying the dimensions of the unit cell.
Delft University of Technology Game-based learning of multi-cultural team competencies The effects of playing BAFÁ BAFÁ on attitudes and skills of future engineers

Learning multi-cultural team competencies is important for engineering students to prepare for an increasingly global workspace. We evaluated the game BAFÁ BAFÁ with groups of Master students from varying engineering programmes using a mixedmethods approach. The game experience of 118 participants was measured. These participants experienced the game overall positively, although difficulties to understand other players in the game triggered mild stress and confusion. 91 respondents also completed questionnaires before and after the game about certain attitudes, skills, and values related to working with people from other cultures: willingness (attitude) and ability (skill) to understand those people; and appreciation (value) of working with them. We used paired t-tests and qualitative analysis to determine the game’s effectiveness: after playing the game the players’ willingness increased significantly (t(90) = 3.6, p=. 001), but their ability to do so decreased significantly (t(90) = 3.3, p=. 001) and their appreciation remained constant (t(90) = 1.3, p=. 195). The qualitative responses supported our quantitative results: after playing the BAFÁ BAFÁ game, players were more willing to understand people from other cultures. Moreover, players had become more aware of their own shortcomings in understanding people from other cultures. Finally, the learning effects were likely not caused by a test effect, since the appreciation (value) of working with people from other cultures had not increased after playing the game. We concluded that the BAFÁ BAFÁ game is a powerful instrument to embark upon 1 Corresponding Author
The Impact of BNDES’s Financial Resources on the Market Value of B3-Listed Companies

Objective: Analyze whether Brazilian Development Bank (BNDES) financial support have increased Brazilian companies market value using a sample comprising 272 observations from 40 companies listed at B3 Stock Exchange, in 2003–2018.Method: Panel data analysis using the One-step system GMM and a non-parametric Kruskal-Wallis H test followed by a Dunn test.Relevance: The relevance of the current study is in its analysis of a possible association between BNDES-granted financing and changes in Brazilian companies’ market value.Results: We did not observe that the financial support from BNDES could be associated with an increase in the market value of the companies. It was not possible to establish a causal relationship with respect to the financial support of BNDES and an impact on the corporate market value when we analyzed our full sample. However, we observe the existence of difference in the averages of the corporate market value when we analyzed in groups of companies. This result is not in line with recent financial scandals in Brazil involving companies that had obtained BNDES funding.Theoretical Contributions: Our findings may assist in the elaboration of an efficient policy to finance Brazilian companies, as the analysis of BNDES performance is fundamental to determining whether the applicability of Brazilian financing policy has reached the proposed results.
Feasibility of sputum testing for detection of COVID-19

For the prevention of COVID-19 spread, early and accurate detection is important. Specimens are collected through respiratory mucosal surfaces with nasopharyngeal or oropharyngeal swabs, from infected patients are highly complex. Sputum testing could preferably be a more convenient technique for the detection of COVID-19 as being noninvasive method, which could easily be collected by having a patient cough deeply to produce and expel phlegm which could be in compliance to patient in comparison to Nasopharyngeal swab (NPS). Consequently, broader testing than the current methods of nasal or throat swabs will significantly increase the number of people screening, leading to more effective control of the spread of COVID-19. Nonetheless, a comparison of the saliva-based assay with current swab test is needed to understand what and how we can benefit from this newly developed assay. Therefore, in this review article, we aimed to summarize the feasibility of sputum testing in relation to Covid-19. Any implementation of clinical sampling for diagnosis should take into considerations of the sensitivity of assays, risks to healthcare professionals, and global shortage of equipment.
Rural and urban poverty models on Sumatra Island

This study aims to analyze rural and urban poverty on Sumatra Island, Indonesia, and its determinants. The variables tested in the model are HDI (Human Development Index), GRDP (Gross Regional Domestic Product), and per capita expenditure. The data used is panel data for the provinces on Sumatra Island in the period 2011 2019. The analysis tool uses a panel data regression model. The study results found that during the 2011 2019 period, the rural poverty rate on Sumatra Island was 11.68 percent, relatively higher than in urban areas, 9.22 percent. The poverty gap index and poverty severity index in rural areas are also relatively higher than in urban areas. The research results also found that the poverty level in rural areas is significantly affected by HDI, while the GRDP and per capita expenditure does not significantly affect.
Comparative study of the properties of yellow and brown Cyperus esculentus L

The present research accounts for the physicochemical and phytochemical characteristics of yellow and brown Cyperus esculentus, which were subjected to standard chemical and biochemical analysis. The results obtained from the analysis of yellow tiger nut showed the following phytochemical properties: anthocyanin 0.82 ± 0.02 μg/ml, oxalate 1.43 ± 0.05 μg/ml, tannin 12.22 ± 0.10 μg/ml, rutin 39.19 ± 0.29 μg/ml, phenol 10.94 ± 0.05 μg/ml, lunamarine 38.99 ± 0.07 μg/ml, saponin 44.67 ± 0.15 μg/ml, ribalinidine 1.35 ± 0.03 μg/ml, phytate 0.33 ± 0.01 μg/ml, catechin 48.29 ± 0.04 μg/ml, and kaempferol 38.59 ± 0.02 μg/ml. The brown tiger nut showed the presence of the phytochemicals with values as: anthocyanin 0.01 ± 0.00 μg/ml, oxalate 2.66 ± 0.02 μg/ml, tannin 12.67 ± 0.04 μg/ml, rutin 43.99 ± 0.05 μg/ml, phenol 11.02 ± 0.10 μg/ml, lunamarine 39.66 ± 0.03 μg/ml, saponin 47.79 ± . 06 μg/ml, ribalinidine 1.21 ± 0.04 μg/ml, phytate 0.28 ± 0.03 μg/ml, catechin 46.77 ± 0.05 μg/ml, and kaempferol 38.34 ± 0.15 μg/ml. The observed level of mineral elements in the tiger nut is in the increasing order of zinc > sodium > iron > copper > calcium > magnesium > potassium for yellow tiger nut, and for brown tiger nut the order is zinc > sodium > iron > copper > calcium > magnesium > potassium. The values of physical and chemical properties recorded for yellow tiger nut is in the increasing order of moisture > ash content > crude protein > crude fiber > crude fat > carbohydrate, the increasing order for brown tiger nut shows ash content > moisture > crude protein > crude fiber > crude fat > carbohydrate. This indicates that tiger nuts contain elevated carbohydrate levels, crude fat and protein. From the data obtained, the high potassium to low sodium ratio of the two species of tiger nuts consequently might be imperative in diet recommendations for patients with high blood pressure (high BP) and edema as well. The investigated tiger nut varieties are rich sources of the phytochemicals, oil and contain moderate amounts of protein. They are also rich sources of fiber and carbohydrates. The phytochemical constituents of the tiger nuts are important and could be of high commercial significance World News of Natural Sciences 35 (2021) 25-37 -26in both, research institutes and pharmaceuticals companies for manufacturing of new drugs and for therapeutic applications.
Using Handwriting Evaluation Software to Predict and Increase Diagnosis for Parkinson’s

Around the world, there currently exists a problem when it comes to the diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease (PD). Unfortunately, nearly half of all Americans who have PD remain undiagnosed, which is problematic when one considers the implications of such ignorance. People who continue to be undiagnosed do not have access to special treatments, therapies, and medications that would help alleviate the symptoms of PD and decrease the burden of it altogether. Fortunately, amidst recent technological advancements in computing and the contemporary paradigm shift to using handwriting as a diagnosis method for PD, a shimmer of hope reveals itself. By using a machine learning software program that predicts a user’s likelihood of having PD through their handwriting alone, people might feel more inclined to seek a formal evaluation for the disease. Since it is rather inexpensive, based on concrete, quantitative kinematics of an individual’s handwriting, and holds legitimacy due to the existence of similar evaluation programs, the software could help increase the amount of people that seek a formal PD evaluation and diagnosis.
Internet Banking Adoption Challenges In Saudi Arabia

: The main goal of this study is identifying the perceptions and experiences of Saudis with the adoption of internet banking services. While most of the available literature centers on the Western context, some studies have focused on an Eastern context. The research applied a qualitative design to investigate the phenomenon. Purposeful sampling was used to select 57 participants, among whom were 12 middle-level bank managers from IT and sales departments and 45 customers associated with three banks - Saudi British Bank (SABB), Riyad Bank and Bank Saudi Fransi. Only 30 participants were available during the period that the research was conducted. They were interviewed and thematic analysis was used to analyze the textual data from the interview responses. The themes that arose were trust, privacy, complexity, and infrastructure. This study concludes that there is a need to train bank employees and enlighten the population on the benefits of internet banking.
The influence of actual share repurchases on price efficiency in the United States

This paper examines the influence of share repurchases in the United States on the efficiency of stock prices for firms listed on the NYSE and NASDAQ. I find that actual share repurchases increase the price efficiency and information content of the stock prices when firms provide price support below or at the intrinsic value during periods with negative market news. Furthermore, I find that share repurchases by NYSE-listed firms increase the efficiency of the stock price significantly more than NASDAQ-listed during down market periods. I attribute this finding to better market timing abilities of NYSE-listed firms and their more extensive adoption of repurchases to provide price support. Moreover, I obtain evidence that firms on the NYSE manipulate stock prices by intentionally increasing stock prices above their intrinsic value during periods containing positive market news. I find that particularly repurchasing firms where corporate insiders have most to gain have a detrimental effect on the efficiency of stock prices. Finally, I provide evidence that analyst EPS forecast-driven repurchases have a harmful impact on the efficiency and the information content of stock prices.
Job Enrichment, Empowerment, and Organizational Commitment: The Mediating Role of Work Motivation and Job Satisfaction

The purpose of this research is to analyze the influence of job enrichment and empowerment on organizational commitment. In addition, the role of work motivation and job satisfaction in mediating the influence of job enrichment and employee empowerment on organizational commitment has also been examined in this study. The sample population consists of all the employees in the regional office of DJKN Bali and Nusa Tenggara, who hold executive positions and have served the office for ≥ 4 years. This study adopts the second-order Partial Least Square (PLS) model and the Smart PLS Version 3.0 program which is used as the analysis tool. The results revealed that: job enrichment has a significant influence on organizational commitment; employee empowerment has an insignificant influence on organizational commitment; work motivation and job satisfaction partially mediate the influence of job enrichment on organizational commitment; work motivation and job satisfaction fully mediate the influence of employee empowerment on organizational commitment. The findings can be used as organizational considerations in developing policies related to job enrichment and employee empowerment, which is expected to motivate and provide satisfaction for employees and improve their organizational commitment.
In vitro Starch Hydrolysis Indices of selected Sri Lankan Starchy Tubers

Purpose: The importance of glycaemic indices (GI) of starchy foods originates from its linkage with type 2 diabetes mellitus. GI of food items is measured by in vivo method which carries a degree of discomfort. We aim to find the in vitro hydrolysis index (HI) of selected starchy tubers in Sri Lanka. Research Method: The degree of hydrolysis for selected tubers was determined by in vitro starch digestion using the proportion of starch converted into maltose. The HI values of six selected tubers were calculated using the ratio between incremental areas under the hydrolysis curve for the tested tubers and the reference food (white bread). Findings: Among the selected tubers, arrowroot had the highest percentage of hydrolysis within the fi rst 30 minutes. There was a signifi cant diff erence in the percentage of hydrolysis between 60-90 minutes for the selected tubers and white bread. The HI for arrowroot, cassava, potato, purple yam, sweet potato and white yam were 84 ± 6, 114 ± 9, 89 ± 10, 74 ± 4, 104 ± 7 and 69 ± 7 respectively. Originality/Value: The HI of the selected Sri Lankan starchy tubers will be of value in future large-scale studies on traditional tubers and to predict the GI of the starchy tubers
The largest hole in sparse random graphs

We show that for any d=d(n) with d0(ϵ)≤d=o(n) , with high probability, the size of a largest induced cycle in the random graph G(n,d/n) is (2±ϵ)ndlogd . This settles a long‐standing open problem in random graph theory.