Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Does Self-Efficacy Always Trigger Entrepreneurial Intention ? : An Exploratory Approach

This research was designed to determine factors that influence entrepreneurial intentions (EI) of South Korean young generation. In particular, efforts have been made to distinguish the different impacts of general self-efficacy (SE) and entrepreneurial self-efficacy (Al-Harrasi et al., 2014; McMullan & Long, 1987). Entrepreneurship is the process of: (1) identifying new opportunities, and (2) committing actions and resources to exploit such opportunities (Uddin & Bose, 2012). These explain why entrepreneurship is often defined with words such as ‘creative destruction’, ‘opportunity recognition’, ‘devoting effort’, and ‘acquisition of resources’. (ESE). For this purpose, a cross-sectional study was designed and 349 college students in South Korea were surveyed. Findings showed that high self-efficacy, unlike previous studies, could lower the entrepreneurial intentions. However, when it is mediated by creativity, it increases the youth’s intention of starting a business, which suggests that it is necessary to investigate the diverse functions of self-efficacy when studying its impacts on entrepreneurial intention.
Theory and Measures Used in Addressing Agribusiness SMEsâ Sustainability: A Mapping Review of Recent Literatures

Small Medium Enterprises (SMEs) contribute much to local job security, agribusiness SMEs are even more important as they are responsible for food security too. Realising the importance of agribusiness SMEs, various entrepreneurial incentives are provided by policy makers. However, due to resource and knowledge constraint, they are facing high failure rate and sustainability issues. Lack of sector and scale specific study about business sustainability was found to be the reason for mishandled policy execution and adoption failure among agribusiness small firms. Thus, this review article has the aim to identify and group theories and measures used to address agribusiness SMEs sustainability in recent literatures. A total of 22 articles were selected upon screening and mapping review was conducted. As a result, theories involved in addressing agribusiness SMEs sustainability were institutional theory, resource based view (RBV), stakeholder theory and other theories. Sustainability measures also varies from brand loyalty, business performance, competitive advantage, corporate social responsibility (CSR), critical success factors, innovation, sustainable development and triple bottom lines (TBL). Thus, this finding is expected to provide summarised information on theories and measures used to address agribusiness SMEs sustainability in recent literatures to boost more sectors and scale specific studies in future.
Marker-assisted Gene Pyramiding for Inbred Line Development : Practical Applications

Aimed at assembling multiple desirable genes into a single genotype, gene pyramiding is a commonly used breeding strategy in selfpollinated crops. The use of this strategy has been greatly facilitated and widened by the rapid development of plant molecular biology and genomics. Marker-assisted gene pyramiding including introgression may be so far the most productive application of marker-assisted selection (MAS) in plant breeding. As part of a comprehensive review, the current literature in the practical applications of gene pyramiding is summarised in this paper. The basic principles of gene pyramiding, the process and useful guidelines for designing an efficient strategy, and the integration of gene discovery and pyramiding are discussed in a companion paper. Marker-assisted gene introgression as an intermediate step towards pyramiding multiple genes is also discussed. By targeting few genes with large effects, improved (converted) versions of some elite cultivars have been successfully developed in various crops. Experimental results in the improvement of quantitative trait by combining quantitative trait loci (QTL) varied from disappointing to promising with few successful examples. It is important that QTL should be precisely mapped and validated in the target genetic backgrounds before introgresion starts. It is anticipated that QTL pyramiding will be more fruitful if near isogenic lines in the same elite background are used as parents. Genetic transformation, which can introduce one or a few extraneous genes into crop species, can be used alone or in combination with sexual crossing to pyramid genes. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Individual Differences in the Prosodic Encoding of Informativity

This chapter presents a psycholinguistic production study that investigates individual differences in the prosodic encoding of informativity� In particular, it examines how the shapes of f0 contours and the sizes/ranges of f0 excursions are influenced by the interaction between information structure and information-theoretic properties� We focus on two types of information structure, namely new-information narrow focus and corrective narrow focus, and two kinds of information-theoretic properties, namely word frequency and contextual probability� We analyze (i) group trends, (ii) between-subject variability as well as (iii) within-subject variability, and thereby identify speaker-specific effects� Our results show that word frequency and contextual probability modulate the f0 movement associated with new-information narrow focus and corrective narrow focus respectively (see also Ouyang and Kaiser, 2014)� Furthermore, f0 ranges appear to be more informative than f0 shapes in reflecting informativity across speakers� Specifically, speakers seem to have individual ‘preferences’ regarding f0 shapes, the f0 ranges they use for an utterance, and the magnitude of differences in f0 ranges by which they mark information-structural distinctions� In contrast, there is more universality over the directions of differences in f0 ranges between information-structural types� Our findings highlight the importance of disentangling information structure and information-theoretic factors and examining both interand intra-speaker variability�
A novel symmetric dual loop feedback scheme insensitive to phase tuning using self-mode-locked two-section quantum dash laser

We demonstrate a symmetric dual loop feedback scheme, insensitive to delay phase tuning, for a self-mode-locked quantum dash laser emitting at ∼ 1.55 µm and operating at ∼ 21 GHz repetition rate. These lasers are subjected to single and dual loop optical feedback into the gain section. Various feedback conditions are studied and optimum levels determined for narrowest linewidth and reduced timing jitter for both single and symmetric dual loop configurations. We demonstrate that symmetric dual loop with the inner cavity fully resonant and the outer one slightly offset, produces narrowed RF spectra across the widest delay range. In general, symmetric dual loop feedback is far more effective than single loop feedback in reducing RF linewidth and timing jitter, across a much wider range of delay phase. Resonant conditions for dual loop feedback are nearly independent of delay, making it ideal for practical applications where robustness and tolerance to misalignment are essential.
Translational control of dosage compensation in Drosophila by Sex‐lethal: cooperative silencing via the 5′ and 3′ UTRs of msl‐2 mRNA is independent of the poly(A) tail

Translational repression of male‐specific‐lethal 2 (msl‐2) mRNA by Sex‐lethal (SXL) controls dosage compensation in Drosophila. In vivo regulation involves cooperativity between SXL‐binding sites in the 5′ and 3′ untranslated regions (UTRs). To investigate the mechanism of msl‐2 translational control, we have developed a novel cell‐free translation system from Drosophila embryos that recapitulates the critical features of mRNA translation in eukaryotes: cap and poly(A) tail dependence. Importantly, tight regulation of msl‐2 translation in this system requires cooperation between the SXL‐binding sites in both the 5′ and 3′ UTRs, as seen in vivo. However, in contrast to numerous other developmentally regulated mRNAs, the regulation of msl‐2 mRNA occurs by a poly(A) tail‐independent mechanism. The approach described here allows mechanistic analysis of translational control in early Drosophila development and has revealed insights into the regulation of dosage compensation by SXL.
SimCT: a simulation tool for X-ray imaging

This paper presents SimCT a simulation tool that is able to predict results of X-ray imaging techniques like radiography and computed tomography. Every modelling step from the generation of X-ray radiation to the finally acquired image is addressed by the tool and described in this paper. SimCT can support users of X-ray imaging devices, engineers of such devices and software developers during their daily work by predicting realistic or artefact free results. Additionally, this tool for numerical simulations can support the selection of optimised scan parameters for a specific task
Gender impact on the identification based on EEG

To study the genders impact on identification, this paper analysis the electroencephalograph (EEG) of eight male subjects and seven female subjects. In order to reduce the noise signal interference, the high pass and low pass were used to cut extra frequencies, and in order to prominent the feature signal, the power spectrum method was used to convent the time domain signal to frequency domain, and then fisher distance was used to extraction the feature. All EEG signal was acquired by neurescan, and the EEG signal was evoked by VEP method used subjects photo. The experiment was divided into three models: all subjects were the same sex, added some opposite sex, added some stranger. The analysis results show, to model 1, the correct recognition rate for male subjects, average is 88.50, and this for female, average is 92.51%; the false recognition rate for male subjects, average is 30.84%, and this for female, average is 27.67%,this result indicates VEP can be used as identification tool, the results of model 2 and model 3 show weather opposite sex or stranger should affect the correct recognition rate, but to male subject, the opposite sex effect is greater than stranger, to female, the result were reversed. The results also show noise photo affected female lower than male.
"Clean" Sinusoidal Response vs. Speed in Fatigue Testing

When tuning the testing machine to perform a constant-amplitude fatigue test, a sinusoidal input signal is used in most cases. The actual response of the dynamic system of machine and specimen is checked by plotting the output signal with an oscilloscope. The staff in charge of the machine are trying to achieve the highest possible frequency in order to keep testing short. On the other hand the load output signal of the system might show higher harmonics which are superimposed to the lowest sinusoidal wave. Although no such order is given the staff then tends to lower the frequency until they arrive at a ‘clean’ sinusoidal wave shape again. This seems to be a very conservative approach, if the output signal is interpreted by means of Fourier series. A higher harmonic with a smaller amplitude being present results in a load spectrum with a big-amplitude-part, being the desired testing load, and a small-amplitude-part which is being tried to be avoided by the staff. It is generally acknowledged however that if the amplitudes are small enough they do not contribute to the Miner’s sum of accumulative damage. In the present paper we show some robust rules for higher speed in testing – discarding the ‘clean’ sinusoidal response.
5 Theory and practice in modelling air travel choice behaviour

There is growing interest in modelling the choices made by air travellers. However, these choices are complex and many studies do not do that complexity justice. In this chapter, we take another look at the different choices made by an air passenger for a single journey and discuss ways of modelling these processes. We make a number of recommendations for good practice and also highlight a number of issues that need to be dealt with by the analysts. Finally, we present an application making use of state-of-the-art modelling techniques in an air travel behaviour context.
The jet-to-channel Reynolds number ratio effect on the flow around a wall-mounted cube cooled simultaneously by a jet in a crossflow

A Reynolds Averaged Navier-Stokes (RANS) computation is carried out to predict the mean velocity field and the heat transfer rate of an impinging jet in cross-flow configuration on a heated wallmounted cube. For the same cross flow Reynolds number ReH=3410, three levels of impinging jets are computed as well as a case without impinging jet that will serve as baseline case for comparison. The results from the RANS computation are compared to experimental data from published scientific literature. The validation shows qualitatively good agreement and almost all flow structures are well reproduced by the computation. In an attempt to optimize the wall heat flux over the cube surface, a new geometry is proposed without sharp corners on the top cube face. The numerical prediction shows that there is a need to increase the global wall heat flux and provide more cooling to the cube which is typically found an electronic component cooling. Key-Words: Wall mounted cube, impinging jet, SST turbulence model, jet in cross flow
The search for new diagnostic markers of metabolic response to aerobic exercise : analysis of creatinine , urea , and uric acid levels in football players

Introduction. A football match as well as long-term football training are known to influence players’ cellular metabolism and can lead to muscle damage, oxidative stress as well as biochemical and hormonal changes. Aim of Study. Considering the importance of aerobic training for football players, the aim of this study was to evaluate changes in plasma creatinine, uric acid (UA), and urea levels in response to a semi-long distance outdoor run in aerobic conditions in both female and male football players. Material and Methods. 16 voluntarily recruited football players aged 22.50 (women) and 18.35 (men) years, took part in an outdoor run. The female players covered a distance of 7.4 ± 0.3 km, while the male players covered a distance of 10.7 ± 1.0 km. Plasma levels of the studied biochemical parameters were determined using an appropriate diagnostic assay kit. Results. Aerobic exercise did not influence the creatinine level of football players, whereas a significant decrease in median post-exercise UA level was found only in the group of female players. The outdoor run caused a systematic increase in urea plasma concentration during the experiment in both studied groups. Conclusions. The obtained results confirm that UA and urea blood plasma levels could be effective diagnostic markers for evaluation of metabolic response to aerobic exercise, at least among female athletes. The correlations found in this study point to urea as a potential marker of overtraining syndrome in athletes.
Efficacy of BIO K+ CL1285® in the reduction of antibiotic-associated diarrhea – a placebo controlled double-blind randomized, multi-center study

Introduction Antibiotic associated diarrhea (AAD) is a frequently encountered adverse event following antibiotic administration. Evidence suggests that probiotics may be beneficial in preventing and decreasing the severity of AAD. Material and methods Adult patients who were prescribed antibiotics for 3-14 days were enrolled from eight Canadian centers. Study treatment was randomized at a 1 : 1 ratio of BIO-K+CL1285® or placebo and was administered within 24 h of initiation to 5 days after termination of antibiotherapy. Patients were followed for 21 days after last dose of study treatment. The primary outcome was severity and incidence of AAD. Severity was measured by the total number of days with diarrhea and incidence was defined as the number of patients with at least one day with diarrhea over the total number of patients enrolled in the study. Results 216 patients were randomized to BIO-K+ and 221 to placebo. The mean (SD) number of days with diarrhea was 1.19. (3.20) days for the placebo and 0.67 (2.05) days for BIO-K+CL1285® (p = 0.040). Adjusted multivariate linear regression results showed that the duration of diarrhea for BIO-K+CL1285 ® vs. placebo was reduced by 51.5% (b[SE] = 0.515 [0.256], p = 0.045). The incidence of diarrhea was 21.8% for the BIO-K+ and 29.4% for the placebo group (OR = 0.667, p = 0.067). Multivariate logistic regression, showed that the adjusted odds ratio of AAD in patients receiving BIO-K+ vs. placebo was 0.627 (p = 0.037). Study treatment was well tolerated. Conclusions BIO-K+ is effective for preventing and reducing the severity of AAD in patients receiving antibiotic therapy in a hospital setting.
Infrared Spectra of Individual Semiconducting Single-walled Carbon Nanotubes: Testing the Scaling of Transition Energies for Large Diameter Nanotubes

We have measured the low-energy excitonic transitions of chiral assigned individual large-diameter semiconducting single-walled nanotubes using a high-resolution Fourier transform photoconductivity technique. When photoconductivity is complemented by Rayleigh scattering spectroscopy, as many as five optical transitions can be identified on the same individual nanotube over an energy range of 0.3-2.7 eV. We find that well-established energy scaling relations developed for nanotubes of smaller diameter are not consistent with the measured low-energy transitions in large (1.8-2.3 nm) diameter nanotubes.
MLP network for lung cancer presence prediction based on microarray data

The appearance of the Microarray technology has attracted the scientific community and industry; with its ability of measuring simultaneously the activity and interactions of thousands of genes. This advanced technology was applied for enormous issues such as drug discovery, gene discovery, diagnosis and prognosis of disease and toxicological research. Despite the fact that Microarray applications have known birth in many biological studies, the handling and analysis of the data obtained are not trivial tasks. For these reasons, it has been focused on the present paper on the PCA classification technique and Neural Network for Microarray data; in the object of reducing the large data and producing informative results. The methodology proposes an approach based on MLP neural network to resolve the problem of lung cancer classification based on Microarray data. The approach consists on data reduction by using the PCA Technique, followed by a classification based on MLP network, feed-forward neural network known by its stable learning. The effectiveness of the implemented method was evaluated by measuring the correct classification rate performed on lung cancer gene expression dataset and compared to results obtained by other methods that use the same data.
Geoseismic Microzonation of the Metropolitan area of Colima-Villa de Alvarez , México

of the Metropolitan area of Colima-Villa de Alvarez, México Blank line 11 pt Blank line 11 pt E.P. Sánchez-Sánchez, J.C. Tejeda-Jácome, T. Domínguez-Reyes & M.F. Cabrera-Sandoval Universidad de Colima, México Blank Line 9 pt A.B. Author& C.D. Other (11pt) University of Patras, Greece (9 pt) Blank Line 9 pt A.B. Author (11pt) University of Pavia, Italy (9 pt) Blank line 11 pt SUMMARY: (10 pt) This paper presents a geoseismical classification of the ground in the metropolitan area of Colima-Villa de Álvarez. The technique of HVSR was used with data from measurements of microtremors and small earthquakes obtained from seismographic stations in the area. Maps of dominant periods for two frequency ranges (periods) and a map with ground classification were drawn. The information of the high and low frequencies was correlated with S wave velocity structure using a method that adjusts the HSVR observed with a theoretical model. In accordance with the results, the earthquakes with energy of high frequency or near field are the most dangerous for most of the buildings in the study area. Blank line 10 pt
Chapter 6 Rapid Endosomal Recycling

Peripheral membrane proteins are endocytosed by constitutive processes of membrane invaginations, followed by internalization driven by diverse endocytic machinery available at the cell surface. It is believed that after endocytic uptake, cargo proteins proceed either through the endosomal recycling circuit of the cell or travel toward late endosomes for degradation. In this chapter, we analyzed trafficking of seven cargo molecules (transferrin receptor, fully conformed MHC-I, non-conformed MHC-I, cholera-toxin B subunit, CD44, ICAM1, and G-protein-coupled receptor Rae-1) known to use the distinct endocytic route. For that purpose, we developed the software for multicompartment analysis of intracellular trafficking. We demonstrate that all endocytosed molecules are rapidly recycled and propose that the rapid recycling is a constitutive process that should be considered in the analysis of intracellular trafficking of peripheral membrane proteins.
ASSESSMENT OF TEXTURAL PROPERTIES AND FLOW COEFICIENT OF BUTTER WITH THE USE OF THE TEXTURE ANALYSER

During the development of new products with high contents of fat, an adequate comprehension of the relationship in between the sensorial effects of the fat, the structure, and the rheology of the product is important. In this study the properties of stress properties, firmness, hardness and penetration energy of butter were determined using the TAXT2i Texture Analyser. Two empirical models were used to evaluate the temperature dependence of the flow coefficient. Values for firmness of the sample varied from 0.04 to 1.51 N/mm, and the penetration energy varied from 0.35 to 6.75 N.cm. Stress decreased with the increase of the penetration depth. The Arrhenius and square root empirical equation models were also evaluated and described very well the influence of the temperature on the flow coefficient. The Arrhenius model propitiated a better adjustment, and explains 98.3% of the variation, whilst the square root model explains only 94.7% of the variation. PALAVRAS-CHAVE: consistência, propriedades reológicas, modelo de Arrhenius, profundidade de penetração
Integration of spatial-temporal-spectral blending model using satellite images

Due to the budget and technical limitations, remote sensing sensors trade spatial resolution, swath width and spectral resolution. Consequently, no sensor can provide high spatial resolution, high temporal resolution and high spectral resolution simultaneously. However, the ability of earth observation at fine resolution is urgently needed for global change science. One possible solution is to “blend” the reflectance from high spatial resolution with less frequency coverage (e.g. Landsat), daily, global data (e.g. MODIS, Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer), and high spectral resolution with low re-visit cycle (e.g. Hyperion). However, the previous algorithms for blending multi-source remotely-sensed data have some shortcomings, especially for less consideration of hyperspectral information. To overcome this shortcoming, this study has developed a SPAtial-Temporal-Spectral blending model (SPATS) which can simulate surface reflectance with high spatial-temporal-spectral resolution. SPATS is based on existing spatial-temporal image fusion model and spatialspectral image fusion model. Taking Landsat, Hyperion and MODIS data as example, the performance of SPATS was tested with both simulated and observed satellite data, especially at heterogeneous landscapes. The results show that the high spatial-temporal-spectral resolution reflectance data can be applied to a new investigation into how global landscapes are changing at different temporal scales.