Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Character Strength and Happiness among Environmental and Educational Volunteers in a Collectivistic Culture

Volunteers participate in charitable activities sincerely without any certain expectations. Concerning this volunteerism, this study aims to investigate the influence of character strength on happiness in environmental and educational volunteers. Employing Seligman's happiness scale as a measurement instrument (α = 0.615) and Peterson and Seligman's (α = 0. 976) Value in Action - Inventory of Strength (VIA-IS) as a measurement instrument to determine character strength, 99 volunteers working in environmental and educational fields of voluntary organizations were recruited. The inclusion criteria for recruiting these participants included male or female participants over 18 years old, active at the organizations for at least six months, unmarried, and living in Yogyakarta. All obtained data were analyzed by using a Spearman correlation analysis technique and a regression analysis technique. The results of this study showed that some of the most influential types of character strength on happiness were leadership (r = 0.354, p = 0.000), appreciation of beauty and excellence (r = 0.337, p = 0.001), gratitude (r = 0.311, p = 0.002), forgiveness (r = 0.305, p = 0.002), and open-mindedness (r = 0.301, p = 0.002). In addition, types of character strength significantly influencing happiness are closely related to collectivistic culture.
Civic Urban Expertise in St Petersburg (2012–2019)

Abstract This article analyses the phenomenon of urban expertise in Russian cities, urbanistika, a term used to describe activities related to urban planning and decision-making. The creation of this field of knowledge coincided with increased public interest in expert assessment. The analysis focuses on an activist group involved in urban redevelopment projects in St Petersburg in 2012–2019. Using the insights of the literature on the sociology of expertise combined with urban studies scholarship, the study sets out to uncover the mechanisms by which civic urban expertise is constructed and to contextualise the global and local conditions in which such activity was shaped. The methodological approach tracks the process by which the network is created that allows for urban questions to become the objects of expert labour.
Deficiencies of nitrogen, calcium, and micronutrients are the most limiting factors for growth and yield of smell pepper plants

Cultivation and commercialization of Capsicum pepper have great importance in Brazil. This work assessed the influence of omission of macro and micronutrients on the growth and mineral nutrition of sweet pepper plants ( Capsicum chinense Jacquin). The research was carried out in a greenhouse with washed sand as substrate. The experimental design was completely randomized with five replications and eight treatments: complete (control), omission of N, P, K, Ca, Mg, S, and micronutrients (B, Cu, Fe, Mn and Zn). The plants were submitted to the treatments when they reached an average height of 20 cm and the nutrient solution was supplied by percolation in plastic pots and renewed every 15 days. Nutrients omission affected negatively plant growth as a whole. The omission of N, Ca, and micronutrients greatly reduced sweet pepper yield. The C. chinense plants presented the sequence by dry matter production of shoots and roots in descending order: COMP > OP > OS > OK > Omg > ON > Oca > OMicro.
Solving The Mystery of the Fine Structure Constant

The paper will make new claims regarding the fine structure constant. The specific value of the electromagnetic coupling constant, that is the fine structure constant, will be explained as a consequence of mass energy equivalence. Special Relativity and Quantum Electrodynamics will be used to attain the mass energy equivalence equation and after which a new, quantized equation of mass energy equivalence will be postulated and tested. A new way will be presented to determine the mass of neutrons by using the strong nuclear coupling constant and protons by using the fine structure constant.
Teacher-Parent Communications to Foster Learners’ Performance in English

Purpose: This action research aimed to determine the effectiveness of Teacher-Parent Communications in fostering the learners' performance in English of Francisco L. Adlaon High School, Carmen 2 District. It particularly examined the learners' performance in English before and after the intervention. Approach/Methodology/Design: The study is quantitative and utilized a descriptive research design. A self-made summative test was utilized in the study. Eight (8) learners underperforming in English were subjected to the intervention through a pretest and post-test research design. With the help of their parents, learners were exposed to contextualized modules suited to their grade level. Findings: The findings revealed that there was an increase of 5.25 points from 80.88 which is “Satisfactory” to 86.13 which is “Very Satisfactory” on the learners’ performance in English. Practical Implications: This study provides valuable insights for educators, schools, and policymakers, emphasizing the need for fostering effective communication channels between teachers and parents to support students’ language learning and overall academic success. Originality/value: The findings contribute to the existing body of knowledge by emphasizing the role of teacher-parent collaboration as a solution to academic problems and highlighting its significance in enhancing students' performance.
Exploring the Digital Space in Investigating the Gender Representation of Indonesian Professional Accountant Institutions

This study aims to determine and analyze how gender representation is framed from media positions, subject-objects, and readers' positions based on Critical Discourse Analysis Sara Mills. The preparation of the writing of this research uses a critical paradigm qualitative method. Data were retrieved from the website and online news from the Financial Services Authority, which focuses on programs segmented by women, for data collection in this study using participant observation or independent people as data validity by analyzing how the gender representation of professional accounting institutions is displayed based on Sara Mills' Critical Discourse Analysis. The research findings show that the subject's position in the discourse is presented as a female figure who is educated, successful in the public sphere, and can positively influence society. However, the representation of women in other programs is still low and is dominated by men.
The diversity of GRBs and their SNe: Observations from the 10.4m GTC

Abstract Observing the supernovae (SNe) associated to the different types of gamma-ray bursts (GRBs) is one of the few means to study their progenitors. In the past years, it has become clear that GRB-like events are more heterogeneous than previously thought. There is a marked difference between long GRBs, which are produced by the collapse of very massive stars and are normally associated with broad-lined type Ic SNe, and short bursts, which occur when two compact objects merge and that, at least in some cases, can produce an associated kilonova. Moreover, the SNe associated with different sub-types of long GRBs are also seen to differ, especially those associated with ultra-long duration GRBs. To address this issue in a systematic way we started an observing programme in 2010 at the 10.4m GTC telescope. Here we present some results of our programme, including the detection of 12 new GRB-SNe. Highlights of our sample are the discovery of the first spectroscopic SN associated with a highly energetic (Eγ, iso ~ 1054 erg) “cosmological” burst (GRB 130427A), the study of the SN associated with a shock-breakout GRB (GRB 140606B) and the SN associated with the peculiar ultra-long GRB 101225A at z = 0.85. The sample includes also the follow-up of several short GRBs in search for kilonovae emission (GRB 130603B and GRB 160821B are important examples). Amongst our latest results we present the photometric and spectroscopic observations of the SNe associated with GRB 150818A and GRB 161219B.
Applications of limited information strategies in Menger's game

As shown by Telgarsky and Scheepers, winning strategies in the Menger game characterize $\sigma$-compactness amongst metrizable spaces. This is improved by showing that winning Markov strategies in the Menger game characterize $\sigma$-compactness amongst regular spaces, and that winning strategies may be improved to winning Markov strategies in second-countable spaces. An investigation of 2-Markov strategies introduces a new topological property between $\sigma$-compact and Menger spaces.
A Road Less Traveled: Possible Selves as a Theory for Mentoring First-Generation Students

ABSTRACT Despite the transformative nature of mentoring in postsecondary education, there are many students who either do not benefit from or are harmed by the practice. One such example is first-generation students. The purpose of this conceptual article is to suggest that mentoring might be enhanced by using possible selves as a theory to guide and inform the practice, especially as it relates to first-generation students. Possible selves as a mentoring practice enables a student to envision the person(s) they could become instead of simply reproducing what a mentor thinks they should become. This approach recognizes all the forms of capital that first-generation students hold.
Genetic variability and correlation studies in sweet potato (Ipomoea batatas Lam. L.)

Genetic variability and correlation coefficients were worked out for eight parameters in 86 genotypes of sweetpotato (Ipomoea batatas Lam) of diverse origin. For all the characters studied, phenotypic coefficient of variation (PCV) was higher than the genotypic coefficient of variation (GCV) indicating the influence of environment on the expression of these traits. The characters viz. number of branches per plant, weight of single tuber, girth of tuber and length of tuber showed higher estimates of PCV and GCV. High heritability estimates were noticed for vine traits viz. length of vine, number of branches per plant and weight of foliage per plant. The least estimate of heritability was observed for number of tubers per plant. The characters such as number of branches per plant, weight of single tuber, girth of tuber and length of tuber showed high heritability estimates associated with high genetic advance indicating the presence of additive gene effect. Characters like weight of single tuber, girth of tuber, length of tuber and number of branches per plant showed a strong positive correlation with tuber yield. However, length of vine expressed a strong negative correlation with it. Selection based on weight of single tuber, length of tuber and number of branches. per plant can be effective for genetic improvement of sweet potato.
The impact of social commerce on the purchase intentions of Millennials using Facebook

This study examined the impact of social commerce on the purchase intentions of Millennials who use Facebook by exploring how social commerce constructs influence consumer trust. A quantitative research approach was used and data were collected via an ‘online’ survey. The target population was 386 young adults aged 25 to 34 residing in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, referred to as Millennials, and comprises the largest group of users on Facebook. Convenience sampling, namely snowball sampling, was used to target participants. It was found that social commerce constructs significantly influence trust, which positively influences consumer purchasing decisions. The results of the study showed that trust explained 68% of the variance in purchasing intentions. Since trust is an integral and vital component of social commerce, the role of social commerce constructs and social support is to build trust in the ‘online’ context and consumers’ intention to buy. This suggests that businesses should monitor the quality and content of the engagements around their brands on social media, as information sharing in social commerce has a significant impact on consumer decisions, i.e., purchase intentions.
Postglacial environmental change inferred from carbonate‐ and organic‐rich sediments of groundwater‐fed Kelly Lake, Kenai Peninsula, south‐central Alaska

Major shifts in hydroclimate have been documented during the last deglacial period and the Holocene in south‐central Alaska. Rare freshwater calcium carbonate (marl) deposits in lakes on the Kenai Peninsula can be used to reconstruct past changes in hydroclimate, including the influence of groundwater inflow to lakes. Here, the postglacial sediment sequence from groundwater‐fed Kelly Lake (60.514°N, 150.374°W) was analyzed for multiple proxies including isotopes of carbon and oxygen in marl calcite (δ13Cmarl and δ18Omarl), and isotopes of carbon (ẟ13COM) and abundances of C and N in organic matter. Bulk sediment analyses include organic matter and calcium carbonate (CaCO3) contents, visual stratigraphy and sediment flux. These analyses extend those of a previous paleoenvironmental reconstruction from Kelly Lake, which focused on sedimentary diatom oxygen isotopes and mass balance modeling over the past 10 000 years. Here, we show that Kelly Lake was deglaciated prior to 14.6 ka, and that by 14.0 ka marl dominated the sediments, with CaCO3 precipitation probably driven by groundwater input and mediated by shallow‐water charophytes. Marl accumulation decreased as organic and clastic inputs increased between ~12.2 and 11.5 ka. This shift, together with an increase in both δ13Cmarl and δ18Omarl values and a decrease in CaCO3 content, indicates an increase in the influence of meteoric water on the hydrologic budget under wet conditions, possibly driven by a strengthened Aleutian Low atmospheric pressure cell. A shift to lower δ13Cmarl and δ18Omarl values at ~11.5 ka is interpreted as an increase in the proportion of groundwater relative to meteoric water in the lake. Beginning around 9 ka, the proportion of meteoric water input continued to increase, the surrounding coniferous forest was established, and by 8 ka, CaCO3 accumulation ended. Our results elucidate the environmental conditions under which marl was deposited during the Lateglacial and early Holocene in this part of Alaska, and demonstrate how a variety of synoptic‐ and local‐scale climatic variables can converge to influence sedimentation in a groundwater‐fed lake.
To Weed or Not to Weed: A Systematic Review Exploring the Potential for Cannabis Use in Cardiovascular Disease, Mental Health and Pain Management

Despite its historical reputation as a substance of abuse, cannabis use has increased following decriminalization efforts in the United States. It has historically garnered a bad reputation as a substance of abuse, but paradoxically is associated with an improved perception of well-being. We were interested in positive cardiovascular outcomes, both positive and negative mental health outcomes and impact on physical activity of cannabis, both recreational and medical. Databases included PubMed, ResearchGate, Cochrane, Science.gov and ScienceDirect. We were interested in cardiovascular, mental health and physical health in our search. Data included articles published during or after 2017. Our studies showed no cardiovascular benefits, increased risk of documented cardiovascular events and increased mortality associated with cannabis use. Physical benefits derived were largely in patients with chronic pain. With regards to mental health, the impact of the drug appears to be both positive and negative, with no clear benefits as a first-line agent. Route of administration appears to have an impact on the overall extent of side effects. Overall, medical cannabis appears to pose an almost negligible side effect profile compared to recreational. Our findings suggest that while cannabis use may offer benefits for chronic pain management, it is associated with increased cardiovascular risks. Further, medical cannabis appears to have a more favorable side effect profile compared to recreational use.
Diagonal stationary points of the bethe functional

We investigate stationary points of the Bethe functional for the Ising model on a $2$-dimensional lattice. Such stationary points are also fixed points of message passing algorithms. In the absence of an external field, by symmetry reasons one expects the fixed points to have constant means at all sites. This is shown not to be the case. There is a critical value of the coupling parameter which is equal to the phase transition parameter on the computation tree, see [ 13 ], above which fixed points appear with means that are variable though constant on diagonals of the lattice and hence the term “diagonal stationary points”. A rigorous analytic proof of their existence is presented. Furthermore, computer-obtained examples of diagonal stationary points which are local maxima of the Bethe functional and hence stable equilibria for message passing are shown. The smallest such example was found on the \begin{document} $100× 100$ \end{document} lattice.
Study of periodic and nonnegative periodic solutions of nonlinear neutral functional differential equations via fixed points

Abstract In this paper, we study the existence of periodic and non-negative periodic solutions of the nonlinear neutral differential equation ddtx(t)=−a (t) h (x (t))+ddtQ (t, x (t−τ (t)))+G (t, x(t), x (t−τ (t))). $${{\rm{d}} \over {{\rm{dt}}}}{\rm{x}}({\rm{t}}) = - {\rm{a}}\;({\rm{t}})\;{\rm{h}}\;({\rm{x}}\;({\rm{t}})) + {{\rm{d}} \over {{\rm{dt}}}}{\rm{Q}}\;({\rm{t}},\;{\rm{x}}\;({\rm{t}} - {\rm \tau} \;({\rm{t}}))) + {\rm{G}}\;({\rm{t}},\;{\rm{x}}({\rm{t}}),\;{\rm{x}}\;({\rm{t}} - {\rm \tau} \;({\rm{t}}))). $$ We invert this equation to construct a sum of a completely continuous map and a large contraction which is suitable for applying the modificatition of Krasnoselskii’s theorem. The Caratheodory condition is used for the functions Q and G.
Needs Assessment Regarding Online Training for Paraprofessionals in the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program

We conducted a needs assessment prior to development of an online training for paraprofessionals in the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program. Through interviews with Extension professionals and paraprofessionals from three Extension regions, we determined characteristics of paraprofessionals' existing training environments and the paraprofessionals' characteristics as learners. Interviewees supported the development and implementation of an online training and identified benefits related to online training. Paraprofessionals expressed preference for a video-based rather than text-based format and wanted the training to complement not replace face-to-face training. Our findings may be useful in supporting the development of effective online training that meets the needs of other Extension initiatives.
Optimum Conditions for Cultivation of Chlorella vulgaris on Oil Palm Residue Extracts

The need to manage agro waste in the environment has continued to generate worries to most developing countries. Oil palm mill waste cause pollutions of soil, water and environment but could be exploited as substrate for algal growth because of its rich mineral and carbohydrate contents. In this study Oil palm cake and Empty fruit bunch residue were obtained from Aluu, Rivers State Nigeria. The proximate, physicochemical analysis of the extract were ascertained, wavelength selection of extract was done to monitor for biomass production, growth media ratio of extract and One Factor at a Time (OFAT) was employed for the optimization of Chlorella vulgaris growth on the Oil Palm Residue Extracts. The proximate result revealed that the range of Ash (8.40 ± 0.30 - 6.60 ± 0.40 ppm), Moisture (10.90 ± 0.30 - 6.75 ± 0.65 ppm), Lipid (22.05 ± 0.35 - 14.90 ± 0.30 ppm), Protein (1.30 ± 0.18 - 0.80 ± 0.08 ppm), Fiber (25.50 ± 0.50 - 39.09 ± 0.57 ppm) and Carbohydrate (29.83 ± 0.29 - 29.29 ± 0.58 ppm). The physicochemical composition pH (5.15 ± 0.02 - 5.36 ± 0.06), Conductivity (224.15 ± 0.45 - 481.00 ± 2.00 µS/cm), DO (2.87 ± 0.06 - 4.86 ± 0.06 ppm), Nitrate (31.05 ± 0.48 - 40.33 ± 0.98 ppm), Sulphate (36.35 ± 0.46 - 50.68 ± 0.49 ppm) and phosphate (27.71 ± 0.50 - 37.35 ± 0.55 ppm) were obtained for Oil palm cake and Empty fruit bunch respectively. Wavelength of 620 nm exhibited better accuracy for the biomass monitoring and optimization investigations. Growth media ratio selected was 180:20 for empty fruit bunch: oil palm cake. The optimization revealed pH 6.0, temperature 30oC, salinity 10ppm and photoperiod 12:12 day: night as optimal condition for the growth of Chlorella vulgaris biomass. The oil palm residue can be a veritable medium for growth of this algae and biotechnological application in waste management.
The Influence of Non-Parity Factors on the Exchange Rate of Malaysia against Six Major Trading Partners

This study examined the influence of non-parity factors such as Crude Oil Price, Crude Palm Oil Price, Current Account Balance, Liquidity, Trade Openness, Fiscal Balance, Sovereign Debt, and International Reserves on the Malaysian exchange rate. The effect of non-parity factors on the exchange rate of six major trading partners were investigated using the panel regression model. This analysis used data spread throughout 10 years starting from January 2006 to December 2016. The result shows that the MYR exchange rate was positively impacted by current account balance, trade openness, and sovereign debt and negatively impacted by crude oil price. Based on these findings, policymakers must pay attention to designing favourable trade policies that invite these trade partners to increase trade relations with Malaysia, especially in the domain of Malaysiaâ€™s goods and services exports. Meanwhile, policymakers should also emphasise on reducing foreign debt by imposing tighter regulations to control government spending.
Anesthetic Considerations of Organ Procurement After Brain and Cardiac Death: A Narrative Review

Organ donation procedures have become more frequent in the US as the need for transplants is increasing. Defining the anesthesiologist's role in organ donations after brain and cardiac death is important, as is understanding its ethics and practical physiologic and perioperative implications. Despite this, there are few papers specifically addressing the anesthetic management of organ donors. This review summarizes the preoperative, intraoperative, and postmortem considerations for the anesthesiologist involved in organ donation after either brain or cardiac death. A search of the published literature was performed using PubMed, Excerpta Medica dataBASE (EMBASE), and Google Scholar in March of 2022 for articles addressing anesthetic considerations of organ procurement surgeries after brain and cardiac death. This review demonstrates that anesthesiologists play a significant role in the organ procurement process. Their role in the perioperative management of the donor may affect the outcomes of organ transplantation. The gap between the number of organs harvested and the number of patients awaiting organ transplantation remains high despite continued efforts to increase the number of available organs. Perioperative management of organ donors aims at counteracting the associated unique physiologic derangements and targets optimization of oxygenation of the organs intended for procurement. Optimizing care after death can help ensure the viability of organs and the best outcomes for recipients. As organ donation after cardiac death (DCD) becomes more frequent in the US, anesthesiologists should be aware of the DCD classifications of donors and emerging novel perfusion techniques.