Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
A Comparison of Anthropometric and Performance Profiles between Elite and Sub-Elite Hurling Players

The aim of the current study was to identify the specific differences in anthropometric and performance profiles between elite and sub-elite hurling players with respect to position and level of play. One hundred and thirty-seven (n = 137) hurlers at the elite (n = 61) and sub-elite (n = 76) level completed a series of anthropometric [height, body mass, the sum of seven skinfolds, adipose tissue percentage estimates (%AT), fat-free mass estimations (FFM)) and performance ((countermovement jump height (CMJ), CMJ peak power (CMJ PP), CMJ relative peak power (CMJ RPP), acceleration (5, 10 and 20 m), and yo-yo intermittent recovery test level 1 (Yo-Yo IRT1)) assessments during the “early in-season” phase of the competition. Data were categorized into positions at both levels (full-backs, half-backs, midfielders, half-forwards, full-forwards). Multiple two-way ANOVA’s were performed to determine the effect of two fixed factors (level and position) on several anthropometric and performance variables. Elite level players had a significantly lower sum of seven skinfolds across all positions compared to the sub-elite (η2 = 0.441, large). At half-back, half-forward, and full-forward elite players had significantly lower %AT (η2 = 0.087–0.167, small–medium) and greater FFM (η2 = 0.040–0.065, small). Jump performance assessment showed elite players performed significantly better across all positions for CMJ (η2 = 0.526, large), CMJ PP (η2 = 0.385, large) and CMJ RPP (η2 = 0.520, large). When Yo-Yo IRT1 was considered, elite players completed an increased distance than the sub-elite across all positions (η2 = 0.526, large). The current data are the first to show differences in positional anthropometric and performance profiles between standards of play within hurling. Applied practitioners should consider these normative data when implementing training programs to maximize position-specific preparation for competition. Furthermore, these data could improve the considerations regarding the transitioning of players from the sub-elite to the elite level of play.
Factors Impacting Mobile Banking in India: Empirical Approach Extending UTAUT2 with Perceived Value and Trust

The aim of this research is to study the factors impacting usage of mobile banking (mBanking) by consumers in India. The study adopts the Extended Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT2) with Social Value (SV), Monetary Value (MV), Emotional Value (EV), Quality Value (QV), Trust and the moderation effect of gender. Online and offline survey methods were used to collect primary data from 457 Indian consumers using mBanking. SPSS AMOS was utilized to empirically validate the conceptual model, test research hypothesis and moderation effect. The factors effort expectancy (EE), monetary value (MV), emotional value (EV), quality value (QV) and trust (TR) were found to be significant on behavioural intent (BI), whereas performance expectancy (PE) and social value (SV) were not found to be significant. Banking organizations can formulate strategies to attract new consumers and continue to engage in retaining consumers in using these influencing factors to adopt mBanking and other related mobile financial services (MFS). The study integrates perceived value components and trust with UTAUT2 to form a comprehensive model for examining mBanking adoption.
Internal Corporate Governance Mechanisms and Corporate Tax Avoidance in Nigeria: A Quantile Regression Approach

The main objective of the study was to investigate the effect of corporate governance on tax avoidance of quoted manufacturing firms in Nigeria. The study focused on internal corporate governance mechanisms and specifically examined the effect of board size, board independence, board diligence, CEO duality, and audit committee diligence. The ex post facto research design was adopted. The population comprised of all quoted manufacturing companies on the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE). The sample was purposively drawn as all companies in the consumer goods sector of the NSE. The study relied on secondary data obtained from annual reports and accounts of the sampled companies. Both descriptive and inferential statistics were used to analyze the data. The hypotheses were validated using Quantile Regression technique. Results showed that board size, board independence, and board diligence were significant at the median and 75th quantile. CEO duality and audit committee diligence were not significant at the 25th, 50th, and 75th quantile. The study recommended among others moderate board sizes to improve efficiency of decision-making. In addition, the need for more independent directors and meeting frequency should be tailored to suit the needs of the company. Keywords: corporate governance mechanisms, tax avoidance, quantile regression
Supervision of the Default Risk of Online Car-Hailing Platform from an Evolutionary Game Perspective

Online car-hailing services are becoming a key component of the public transportation system, despite there being some certain risks, especially default risk. Turning to the evolutionary game method, this research constructed an evolutionary game model of online car-hailing platform, and then analyzed the equilibrium state of three scenarios (i.e., no supervision, internal supervision of platform enterprises, and external supervision of regulators), followed by carrying out a simulation. The results showed that to realize the evolution stability strategies (ESS) of default risk control, a strong credit constraint or the establishment of a coordinated supervision mode with appropriate intensity are needed. On this basis, this research puts forward the coordinated “platform enterprise + regulator” supervision mode, as well as the following four specific strategies: Promoting the construction of a credit system, strengthening the construction of laws and regulations, establishing a service process control mechanism, and introducing innovative regulatory means.
Translating Islamic Knowledge for the New Soil: Two Korean Translations of the Qur’an in South Korea

This essay explores how Islamic knowledge is negotiated, recontextualised, and produced for the receiving culture, as produced in the two extant, full Korean translations of the Qur’an – Kim Yong-sun’s first translation (1970) and Choi Young-gil’s retranslation (1997). Previous studies of Korean translations of the Qur’an have mainly concentrated on linguistic aspects based on comparative analyses of an Arabic source text and Korean translations. However, the way Islamic knowledge is mediated and recontextualised for the receiving culture, and the extent to which different agents in different sociocultural contexts intervene in the production of knowledge have largely been ignored. Through the systematic comparative analysis of both paratexts and translations, this essay argues the key Islamic concepts and doctrines were drastically changed in Choi’s retranslation in a way to reflect different social and cultural norms and to adapt to readers in the 1990s in Korea. This suggests core concepts and terms in sacred texts can be changed in retranslations, depending on the different translational purposes, social and political contexts, translators’ ideological views, and different agential networks of translation.
Preliminary Investigation of Aging Effects on Recycled Rubber Fiber Reinforced Bearings (RR-FRBs)

ABSTRACT The use of elastomeric bearings for base isolation is well established through several studies. This paper is mainly focused on an innovative Fiber-Reinforced Bearing (FRB) developed using recycled rubber (RR-FRBs) and glass fabric reinforcement. These bearings tend to have better dissipation capacity, low weight and reduced cost in comparison with conventional Laminated Rubber Bearings (LRBs). In the present study, accelerated aging tests were carried out to understand the effect of aging on RR-FRBs and their long-term performance. Results of the investigations are compared with the outcomes of tests performed on Neoprene (N-FRBs) and conventional LRBs.
Assessment of Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) Genotypes for Yield and Yield Contributing Characters and Hybrid Development

Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.) is one of the most important vegetable crop worldwide, because of its wider adaptability, high yielding potential and suitability for variety of uses in fresh as well as processed food industries and ranks second after potato in terms of global production and first in terms of yield (FAOSTAT, 2018). Tomato fruit for human health is reflected by its high consumption per capita, and the identification of tomato varieties that accumulate higher levels of primary and secondary metabolites in their fruit is a priority objective (Hou et al., 2020). The fruits are available year-round and eaten raw or cooked. In large quantities is used to produce soup, juice, ketchup, puree, paste and powder; it supplies ascorbic acid and adds variety of colours and flavours to the food. International Journal of Current Microbiology and Applied Sciences ISSN: 2319-7706 Volume 10 Number 01 (2021) Journal homepage: http://www.ijcmas. com
Ractopamine hydrochloride and immunological castration in pigs. Part 1: fresh belly characteristics for bacon processing and quality

Abstract The effects of ractopamine and immunological castration on belly characteristics, processing yield, physicochemical and sensory quality of bacon were investigated from two crossbred pigs under different conditions of animal production, diet, management and slaughter arranged in factorial design using 2 ractopamine levels (0 and 7.5 ppm) and 3 genders (barrows, immunocastrated and gilts). Before processing, belly firmness, weight, length, width and thickness were measured, and then, bacon processing yield evaluated. After processing, bacon slices were digitally imaged and analyzed for lean meat and fat areas, pH, instrumental color of meat and fat, cooking loss and sensory quality. The ractopamine did not alter belly characteristics, but significantly increased the process yield and decreased cooking loss. Barrows and immunocastrated pigs showed firmer bellies, which could be advantageous for bacon processing and slicing. Barrows presented the highest total area of bacon slices. The results of this study indicate that both techniques ractopamine in the finishing diets and immunocastration of pigs can be combined with no further consequences for belly processing and to bacon quality and with some advantages.
Improving the Biocontrol Potential of Bacterial Antagonists with Salicylic Acid against Brown Rot Disease and Impact on Nectarine Fruits Quality

The main objective of this study was to evaluate the ability of both antagonistic bacteria Bacillus amyloliquefaciens (SF14) and Alcaligenes faecalis (ACBC1) used in combination with salicylic acid (SA) to effectively control brown rot disease caused by Monilinia fructigena. Four concentrations of salicylic acid (0.5%, 2%, 3.5%, and 5%) were tested under in vitro and in vivo conditions. Furthermore, the impact of biological treatments on nectarine fruit parameters’ quality, in particular, weight loss, titratable acidity, and soluble solids content, was evaluated. Regardless of the bacterium, the results indicated that all combined treatments displayed a strong inhibitory effect on the mycelial growth of M. fructigena and disease severity. Interestingly, all SA concentrations significantly improved the biocontrol activity of each antagonist. The mycelial growth inhibition rate ranged from 9.79% to 88.02% with the highest reduction rate recorded for bacterial antagonists in combination with SA at both concentrations of 0.5% and 3.5%. The in vivo results confirmed the in vitro results with a disease severity varying from 0.00% to 51.91%. A significant biocontrol improvement was obtained with both antagonistic bacteria when used in combination with SA at concentrations of 0.5% and 2%. The lowest disease severity observed with ACBC1 compared with SF14 is likely due to a rapid adaptation and increase of antagonistic bacteria population in wounded sites. The impact of all biological treatments revealed moderate significant changes in the fruit quality parameters with weight loss for several treatments. These results suggest that the improved disease control of both antagonistic bacteria was more likely directly linked to both the inhibitory effects of SA on pathogen growth and induced fruit resistance.
Attitude and self-care practice on hypertension among antihypertensive medication users in a tertiary care hospital Nepal

Background: Hypertension a “silent killer” is a serious global health problem, whose prevalence is increasing in Nepal. Objective: This study aimed to determine the attitude and practice of hypertension among anti-hypertensive medication users in a tertiary care teaching hospital in western Nepal. Methodology: A hospital-based cross-sectional study design was used among 136 hypertensive patients under medication, aged ⩾ 30 years, and visiting medical outpatient department, medical ward, and geriatric ward, using a non-probability convenience sampling technique. Semi-structured questionnaires were used for data collection through interviews. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used, and a p value < 0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results: Most of the patients were male (56.6%), mean ± standard deviation age was 56.74 ± 12.58. Majority of them were Hindu (69.9%), upper caste people (29.4%), illiterate (22.1%), and house maker (27.2%). Half of the patients (50.7%) had a positive attitude and more than half (52.2%) had performed adequate self-care practice. Selected variables such as educational status and dietary pattern and attitude were significantly associated, whereas no association was found between sociodemographic variables and self-care practice. Attitude and self-care practices were found strongly associated with one another (p = 0.002). Conclusion: Our study found that half of the study population had positive attitude, and more than half of them had performed adequate self-care practice. Hence, educational interventions and awareness programs on dietary aspects should be focused for improving the attitude and practice of all the patient groups.
Grasping model of fabric cut pieces for robotic soft fingers

In order to progress the research on automatic separation of fabric pieces from a cutting pile during the garment manufacture, a summary of the methods of grasping was made. Next, the process of cut garment pieces grasping by soft fingers was defined, and the mechanical model was analyzed in detail. After that a grasping experiment by soft fingers was carried out. The experiment results show that the parameters of a soft finger (positive pressure, opening distance) and the parameters of the fabric (grams per square meter, thickness, friction coefficient, stiffness) have great influence on the grasping effect. Furthermore, a grasping model was proposed. Finally, a test experiment was implemented to verify the applicability of the model proposed. This paper mainly contributed a bridge between the parameters of fabrics and the parameters of soft fingers which can help greatly to select or to design a suitable soft finger according to the properties of a fabric accurately and quickly. In addition, the grasping model of fabric pieces of garment by using robotic soft fingers was found to have a good potential applicability in the field of smart manufacture of garment in the near future.
Impregnation of carbonate rock by deasphalted oil with the use of a supercritical fluid impregnation process

ABSTRACT The authors present the results of investigation and experimental implementation of several processes: production of heavy oil residue and its deasphaltizing and impregnation of carbonate rock with deasphalted oil. Heavy oil residue has been produced during fractionation of highly-vicious oil by steam-thermal method. Deasphaltizing of oil-residue and impregnation of carbonate rock are implemented with the use of extraction and supercritical fluid impregnation processes with propane-butane solvent.
Increasing HOTS of High School Students Using Mobile Technology and Scaffolding Approach: Study on Physics Learning

Improvement, development, and growth of a country cannot be separated from the quality of its human resources. This is even more so for a country that will face a population demographic bonus like Indonesia, which requires excellent and increasing quality of human resources so that they are always able to compete. Education is one of the factors that plays an important role in advancing the quality of human resources. This study aims to develop an Android-based learning media application on simple harmonic motion physics material and is used to improve the HOTS ability of students by learning using the scaffolding approach. This study is an R&D with a 4D model consisting of the Defining, Designing, Developing, and Disseminating stages. The operational test at the Developing stage was carried out using an experiment with the Pretest-Posttest Control Group design. The product in this study is an Android-based physics learning media application on simple harmonic motion material that has been tested for its feasibility for use in physics learning. Then, the product was tested in the field by being implemented in learning. The experimental results in the experimental class using android media and the scaffolding approach and the control class using conventional learning showed a significant difference in HOTS abilities. The implementation of Android-based physics mobile learning media and the scaffolding learning approach has a positive effect on the HOTS ability of students.
Exploring the role of Spanish judges in the investigation and prosecution of human trafficking for the purpose of sexual exploitation

This study explores the difficulties that Spanish judges face during the judicial investigation and trial of the trafficking of human beings for sexual exploitation. Here, we highlight the issues of judges’ lack of training and the saturation of the courts due to the excessive work that these crimes entail. To collect data, responses from 71 Spanish judges were collected through a questionnaire, and nine semi-structured interviews were conducted in three Spanish provinces (Barcelona, Malaga and Madrid). Noteworthy findings include the fact that almost half of the judges had dealt with a case involving this type of crime and that a third ended up closing the case. In the responses received, the lack of victims’ collaboration in the judicial process was highlighted as one of the difficulties as was the lack of resources to investigate these crimes and the involvement of other crimes.
Mutation Profile of Collagen VI-Related Myopathy in Japan

Background: Collagen VI-related myopathy spans a clinical continuum from severe Ullrich congenital muscular dystrophy to milder Bethlem myopathy. This disease is caused by mutations in COL6A1, COL6A2, or COL6A3. Most reported mutations are de novo; therefore, to identify possible associated mutations, comprehensive large cohort studies are required for different ethnicities.Methods: We retrospectively reviewed clinical information, muscle histology, and genetic analyses from 147 Japanese patients representing 130 families, whose samples were sent for diagnosis to the National Center of Neurology and Psychiatry between July 1979 and January 2020. Genetic analyses were conducted by gene-based resequencing, targeted panel resequencing, and whole exome sequencing, in combination with cDNA analysis.Results: Of a total of 130 families with 1-5 members with collagen VI-related myopathy, 120 had mono-allelic and 10 had bi-allelic variants of COL6A1, COL6A2, or COL6A3. Among them, 60 variants were in COL6A1, 57 in COL6A2, and 23 in COL6A3, including 37 novel variants. Mono-allelic variants were classified into four groups: missense (69, 58%), splicing (40, 33%), small in-frame deletion (7, 6%), and large genomic deletion (4, 3%). Variants in the triple helical domains accounted for 88% (105/120) of all mono-allelic variants. Conclusions: We report the mutation profile of a large set of Japanese cases of collagen VI-related myopathy. This dataset can be used as a reference to support genetic diagnosis and mutation-specific treatment.
Relationships Between the Τeacher–Child Conflict and Children’s Problem Behaviors in the Cultural Context of Chinese Preschools

ABSTRACT This study used a cross-lagged design to examine the longitudinal relations between teacher–child conflict and children’s problem behavior during the preschool years based on a stratified sample of 515 Chinese preschool children. Children’s problem behavior was reported by parents, and teachers rated their levels of conflict with children. Results showed that children’s externalizing problems and hyperactivity/inattention had unidirectional effects on teacher–child conflict during some of the time points, supporting the child-driven model. However, teacher–child conflict had unidirectional effects on children’s bullying problems, supporting the relationship-driven model. No transactional associations were found between children’s behavioral problems and teacher–child conflict. The findings suggest that the nature of the relations between teacher–child conflict and children’s problem behavior depends on the specific types of behavior under consideration. To promote Chinese preschool children’s social–emotional functioning, teacher preparation and professional development programs should provide teachers with strategies to build quality relationships with children and manage children’s problem behavior effectively. Impact Statement 1. Preschool children’s externalizing problems and hyperactivity/inattention had unidirectional effects on teacher–child conflict in a Chinese context. 2. Teacher–child conflict had unidirectional effects on children’s bullying problems. 3. The relations between teacher–child conflict and children’s problem behavior vary depending on the specific types of behavior under consideration.
Parallel Complement Network for Real-Time Semantic Segmentation of Road Scenes

Real-time semantic segmentation is in intense demand for the application of autonomous driving. Most of the semantic segmentation models tend to use large feature maps and complex structures to enhance the representation power for high accuracy. However, these inefficient designs increase the amount of computational costs, which hinders the model to be applied on autonomous driving. In this paper, we propose a lightweight real-time segmentation model, named Parallel Complement Network (PCNet), to address the challenging task with fewer parameters. A Parallel Complement layer is introduced to generate complementary features with a large receptive field. It provides the ability to overcome the problem of similar feature encoding among different classes, and further produces discriminative representations. With the inverted residual structure, we design a Parallel Complement block to construct the proposed PCNet. Extensive experiments are carried out on challenging road scene datasets, i.e., CityScapes and CamVid, to make comparison against several state-of-the-art real-time segmentation models. The results show that our model has promising performance. Specifically, PCNet* achieves 72.9% Mean IoU on CityScapes using only 1.5M parameters and reaches 79.1 FPS with $1024\times 2048$ resolution images on GTX 2080Ti. Moreover, our proposed system achieves the best accuracy when being trained from scratch.