Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Antecedents of Business Intelligence Implementation for Addressing Organizational Agility in Small Business Context

Research on business intelligence (BI) has been rapidly proliferated in the field of information systems (IS). However, a limited number of studies has discovered its practical value and impact in business sectors. A lack of research on BI implementation specifically within small businesses may have an adverse impact on the effective decision making, especially to meet the demand of their organizational agility. The aim of this study is to conduct a theoretical analysis to identify antecedents of BI implementation in the small business context for improving the decision-making capability towards organizational agility. We operate a literature survey within the IS research domain to reveal the insights about the relation between BI and organizational agility. In this regard, 75 key articles have been reviewed and analyzed to find contributions towards BI and its impact on organizational agility. It is anticipated that the important antecedents are organizational, technological and personnel capabilities for BI implementation. The findings provide valuable insights for further research on BI implementation, especially to address organizational agility in small businesses
Amelanotic Melanoma in a New Zealand White Rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus)

A 3.5-year-old intact male double-transgenic New Zealand white rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus), apoA-I and LCAT (apolipoprotein and lecithin:cholesterol acyltransferase), was presented with a discrete, raised facial mass (0.5 × 1.0 × 1.0 cm). The mass was surgically excised, with reoccurrence to the same site 88 days later. A second surgical excision was performed, and the rabbit died 3 weeks later from respiratory distress. At necropsy, multiple varying-sized masses were observed in the ventral mandibular region and throughout the lungs, pleura, and diaphragm. On histopathology, the masses were composed of moderately anisocytotic and anisokaryotic polygonal to spindloid cells with moderate finely granular, lightly eosinophilic cytoplasm, having round to oval nuclei with one to several nucleoli and finely stippled chromatin. Mitotic figures were frequent. Lymphatic and venous invasion were noted with neoplastic cells metastasized to the submandibular lymph nodes, lungs, liver, and adventitial surface of the aorta. Fontana-Masson stain was negative for melanin, thereby necessitating immunohistochemistry and transmission electron microscopy. Positive staining with MART-1 (a melanocyte protein marker) combined with transmission electron microscopy revealing type II melanosomes confirmed the diagnosis of an amelanotic melanoma.
Estimating test‐retest reliability in functional MR imaging I: Statistical methodology

A common problem in the analysis of functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) data is quantifying the statistical reliability of an estimated activation map. While visual comparison of the classified active regions across replications of an experiment can sometimes be informative, it is typically difficult to draw firm conclusions by inspection; noise and complex patterns in the estimated map make it easy to be misled. Here, several statistical models, of increasing complexity, are developed, under which “test‐retest” reliability can be meaningfully defined and quantified. The method yields global measures of reliability that apply uniformly to a specified set of brain voxels. The estimates of these reliability measures and their associated uncertainties under these models can be used to compare statistical methods, to set thresholds for detecting activation, and to optimize the number of images that need to be acquired during an experiment.
Use of the lignin-ratio technique for determining the extent of digestion in the reticulo-rumen of the cow

Although the great importance of the digestive processes taking place in the reticulorumen is accepted without question, surprisingly little is known of their extent. Both breakdown and absorption of food occur in the reticulo-rumen, but there are also microbial synthesis and addition of substances from saliva, and a reliable method of determining the overall balance of outflow of various components of the diet from the reticulo-rumen over the intake of these substances as food would be of considerable value. A measure of the balance for the entire digestive tract is given by digestibility coefficients based on the weight and composition of the faeces, but it is well known that the values for some constituents are apparent rather than real. These digestibility COefficients for the entire tract have frequently been obtained by determining the ratio of a given food constituent to some indigestible marker in the food itself, such as lignin, and the ratio of the constituent to the marker in the faeces. From them the percentage of the nutrient digested is
Validation of Accelerometer Prediction Equations in Children with Chronic Disease.

The purpose of this study was to assess the criterion validity of existing accelerometer-based energy expenditure (EE) prediction equations among children with chronic conditions, and to develop new prediction equations. Children with congenital heart disease (CHD), cystic fibrosis (CF), dermatomyositis (JDM), juvenile arthritis (JA), inherited muscle disease (IMD), and hemophilia (HE) completed 7 tasks while EE was measured using indirect calorimetry with counts determined by accelerometer. Agreement between predicted EE and measured EE was assessed. Disease-specific equations and cut points were developed and cross-validated. In total, 196 subjects participated. One participant dropped out before testing due to time constraints, while 15 CHD, 32 CF, 31 JDM, 31 JA, 30 IMD, 28 HE, and 29 healthy controls completed the study. Agreement between predicted and measured EE varied across disease group and ranged from (ICC) . 13-. 46. Disease-specific prediction equations exhibited a range of results (ICC .62-.88) (SE 0.45-0.78). In conclusion, poor agreement was demonstrated using current prediction equations in children with chronic conditions. Disease-specific equations and cut points were developed.
The digitally extended self: A lexicological analysis of personal data

Individual’s privacy, especially with regard to their personal data, is increasingly an area of concern as people interact with a wider and more pervasive set of digital services. Unfortunately, the terminology around personal data is used inconsistently, the concepts are unclear and there is a poor understanding of their relationships. This is a challenge to those who need to discuss personal data in precise terms, for example, legislators, academics and service providers who seek informed consent from their users. In this article, we present a lexicological analysis of the terms used to describe personal data, use this analysis to identify common concepts and propose a model of the digitally extended self that shows how these concepts of personal data fit together. We then validate the model against key publications and show in practice how it can be used to describe personal data in three scenarios. Our work shows that there is no clearly delineated kernel of personal data, but rather that there are layers of personal data, with different qualities, sources and claims of ownership, which extend out from the individual and form the digitally extended self.
Mechanisms of neural patterning and specification in the developing cerebellum.

The cerebellar cortex is one of the best-studied regions of the CNS. For nearly a century, all of the cerebellar cell types and the patterns of their synaptic connections have been known. Much of this wealth of information comes from Ramon y Cajal's work (1889, 1911, 1960) with Golgi studies. Further infor­ mation on the development (Altman & Bayer 1985a-c, Rakic 1971, Miale & Sidman 1961), anatomy (Palay & Chan-Palay 1974), fiber tracts (BrodaI1981), and circuitry (Llinas & Hillman 1969) of the cerebellar cortex has emerged over the past several decades. The cerebellum provides a unique system for studying CNS development, combining the three classic patterns of CNS development-morphogenetic movements, the formation of ganglionic struc­ tures, and the establishment of neuronal layers-within one brain region. Remarkably simple in its basic plan, the adult cerebellar cortex contains only three layers and two principal classes of neurons. The abundance of one of these principal neurons, the granule cell, has enabled detailed analyses of the molecular mechanisms that underlie the basic steps in neuronal differentiation and has pointed out the role of local community factors in CNS neuronal development. Moreover, studies of naturally occurring mutations (Heintz et al 1993, Sidman 1968) and of targeted gene disruptions that block discrete steps in the development of this region (McMahon 1993, Joyner & Hanks 1991,
Relationship of Earnings Management and Earnings Quality before and after IFRS Implementation in Indonesia

Basic usage of principles-based, fair value and full disclosure at IFRS is expected to have a positive impact, resulting in improving quality of accounting information to be capable of reflecting the current economic condition of the company. Thus, it can increase the value relevance, which will decrease the information asymmetry between management and users of financial statements. This study examines how the intensity of management in earnings management, how the earnings quality before and after the implementation of IFRS and whether earnings management affects the earnings quality. The results revealed that the intensity of management in earnings management is higher when it is compared to the one after the implementation of IFRS, by looking at the amount of discreationary accrual. Therefore, it can be concluded that the implementation of IFRS can reduce the intensity of corporate management activity in earnings management. The results of subsequent research states that earnings management after the implementation of IFRS effect on the earnings quality was proxied with earnings persistence. The next finding is that the quality of corporate earnings after IFRS implementation is higher when compared to earnings quality prior to IFRS implementation.
A Nonlinear Approach to Public Finance Sustainability in Latin America

The debt crisis in Latin America is associated with the large fiscal imbalances of the 1980s; therefore public finance sustainability occupies the center of stabilization efforts in these economies. The literature examining this question in emerging economies is surprisingly scant and this paper aims at filling this gap. We analyze sustainability for a sample of Latin American countries, employing unit root tests that incorporate nonlinear alternative hypotheses. These tests capture the thresholds or corridor regimes that international agreements or markets impose on emerging economies' public finances. We show that support for sustainability substantially improves when such nonlinearities are taken into account.
Systemic complications after head injury: a clinical review

Non‐neurological organ dysfunction is common after traumatic brain injury and is an independent contributor to morbidity and mortality. It represents a risk factor that is potentially amenable to treatment, and early recognition and prompt intervention may improve outcome. This article reviews the current evidence for the mechanisms and treatment of non‐neurological organ dysfunction after head injury.
Buyers, Trust Perceptions on Electronic Commerce: An Inter-temporal Perspective

Each year, electronic commerce gains more relevance in retail scenario, what brings along new tendencies for retailers. In this virtual transaction, trust assumes an important role for study, since it’s fundamental to viable buyer-seller transaction. Hence, 43 trust attributes embedded in e-commerce literature review were used as independent variables to verify which ones play significant role in buyer’s trust construction and perception. Utilizing multiple linear regression analysis, results demonstrated that there’re eight variables that better justify buyers trust perceptions: trust in utilized technology; positive experience in previously transactions; belief in seller’s competence; influence of other’s opinions; maintenance of buyer’s privacy; deception over the whole Internet mechanisms; pre-disposition to trust on sellers; product information available on website. These results demonstrate, first of all, variables the better explain trust perception on the e-commerce, pointing out where managers should invest their resources to increase this trust. Therefore, the study shows that in the developed model that some variables are from buyer’s past experiences, denoting the existence of inter-temporal perspective for buyer’s trust in e-commerce transactions. Keywords: Electronic commerce, E-commerce, Inter-temporal perspective, Trust.
Longitudinal study of fatty acids in plasma and erythrocyte phospholipids during pregnancy

Abstract Aim: To assess the modifications of the main fatty acids (FA) in plasma and red blood cells during pregnancy. Methods: A longitudinal study of 36 normal pregnant women was carried out with 3 cut-off points: first trimester, second trimester and third trimester. 14 FA in plasma and erythrocyte phospholipids were measured using capillary gas chromatography. Measurements were expressed in percentages and in absolute values. Results: In plasma there was a significant increase in the proportion of saturated FA and a decrease in the proportion of long chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA) both in the omega 6 (ω6) and omega 3 (ω3) series. On the other hand, in erythrocyte phospholipids there was a decrease in the proportion of eicosapentaenoic acid and an increase in that of docosahexaenoic acid. In the ω6 series, dihomo-gamma-linolenic acid increased, whereas the ω6 docosapentaenoic acid decreased. Conclusion: There was a significant decrease in the proportion of ω3 PUFA in plasma from the first to the third trimester. Thus, it is suggested that the ω3 PUFA intake during pregnancy should be increased in the last trimester.
Validation of a Clinical Prediction Scale for Hospital-onset Clostridium difficile Infection

Objective: The aim of this study was to validate a clinical prediction scale for hospital-onset Clostridium difficile infection (CDI). Methods: The study included a consecutive cohort of patients admitted to the adult medical service over a period of 17 months (June 2011 to October 2012). The clinical prediction scale comprised of new-onset loose stools (5 points), length of hospital stay >7days (4 points), aged 65 years or older (3 points), resides in long-term care facility (2 points), broad spectrum antibiotics use (1 point), and hypoalbuminemia (1 point). The hospital-onset CDI cases were defined as any new-onset diarrhea after 48 hours of hospital admission that tested positive on polymerase chain reaction assay for C. difficile toxin gene in the absence of history of CDI in the prior 8 weeks. The predictive performance of the scale was assessed using area under the receiver operating curve. Results: A total of 10,357 patients were admitted to the medical service, of which, 7026 stayed in hospital beyond 48 hours. Mean (SD) age was 68.5 (18.2) years and 41.9% patients were male. A total of 1030 patients were tested for C. difficile toxin gene using polymerase chain reaction assay, of which, 159 patients were positive and 62 of them were unique hospital-onset CDI cases. The scale had area under the receiver operating curve of 0.94 [95% confidence interval (CI), 0.92-0.95]. At the cutoff score of 9, scale was 98.3% (95% CI, 90.2-99.9) sensitive and 85.2% (95% CI, 84.3-86.0) specific. Conclusions: Our study results support excellent predictive performance of a clinical prediction scale for hospital-onset CDI. This simple scale can be used in risk stratification leading to prompt tailoring of modifiable risk factors, empirical treatment, and use of probiotics.
Un cadre formel pour le test de robustesse des protocoles de communication

Dans le domaine des telecommunications, il est indispensable de valider rigoureusement les protocoles avant de les mettre en service. Ainsi, il faut non seulement tester la conformite d'un protocole, mais il s'avere aussi necessaire de tester sa robustesse face a des evenements imprevus. La litterature concernant le test de robustesse est beaucoup moins consequente que le test de conformite. A travers ce document, nous considerons la definition de la robustesse suivante : "la capacite d'un systeme, conforme a sa specification nominale, a adopter un comportement acceptable en presence d'aleas". Notre approche se fonde sur l'analyse du comportement du systeme face a des aleas. On considerera comme alea tout evenement non prevu amenant le systeme a une impossibilite temporaire ou definitive d'executer une action. Les contributions principales de ce document sont brievement presentees ci-dessous : (1) Proposition d'un cadre formel comportant une approche, une relation de robustesse et methode pour generer les cas de test de robustesse d'un systeme modelise sous forme d'IOLTS. Notre approche comporte deux methodes : - La methode TRACOR (Test de Robustesse en presence d'Aleas COntrolables et Representables) consiste a verifier la robustesse d'un systeme en presence d'aleas controlables et representables. Cette methode integre les entrees invalides, entrees inopportunes, sorties acceptables et traces de blocage dans la specification nominale, pour obtenir une specification augmentee. Cette derniere servira de base pour la generation de sequences de test de robustesse. - La methode TRACON (Test de Robustesse en presence d'Aleas COntrolables et Non representables) est focalisee sur le test de robustesse en presence d'aleas controlables et non representables. Elle consiste a enrichir la specification nominale par les sorties acceptables et les traces de suspension afin d'obtenir la specification semi-augmentee. Cette derniere servira de base pour la generation de sequences de test de robustesse. (2) Pour formaliser la robustesse d'une implementation vis-a-vis de la specification augmentee (ou la specification semi-augmentee), nous proposons une relation binaire, appelee "Robust", basee sur l'observation des sorties et blocages de l'implementation apres l'execution de traces comportant les aleas. (3) Afin de generer les cas de test de robustesse, nous proposons une methode basee sur un coloriage de la specification augmentee (ou la specification semi-augmentee) et un ensemble d'objectifs de test de robustesse. (4) Les fondements de notre approche sont implementes dans l'outil RTCG. Cette application offre trois interfaces. La premiere et la deuxieme permettent d'automatiser la methode TRACOR. La troisieme interface permet d'automatiser la methode TRACON. (5) Une etude de cas, sur les protocoles SSL handshake et TCP, montrant une evaluation pratique de notre approche.
The asymptotic decider: resolving the ambiguity in marching cubes

A method for computing isovalue or contour surfaces of a trivariate function is discussed. The input data are values of the trivariate function, F/sub ijk/, at the cuberille grid points (x/sub i/, y/sub j/, z/sub k/), and the output of a collection of triangles representing the surface consisting of all points where F(x,y,z) is a constant value. The method is a modification that is intended to correct a problem with a previous method. <<ETX>>
De-novo portal vein thrombosis in liver cirrhosis: risk factors and correlation with the Model for End-stage Liver Disease scoring system

Background and objectivesPortal vein thrombosis (PVT) is a potential lethal complication in late liver cirrhosis. There is a lack of knowledge of the clinical features and risk factors of PVT. We aimed to investigate the clinical and radiological characteristics, and biochemical markers of cirrhotic patients to determine the high-risk individuals for PVT attending our center. Patients and methodsOf 426 cirrhotic patients, only 120 consecutive patients were included. Clinical, biochemical, immunological, Model for End-stage Liver Disease (MELD) score, portal vein patency, and flow velocity were measured in all patients at baseline and every 6 months thereafter. Variables that could predict the development of PVT within 1 year were identified by multiple logistic regression. ResultsOnly 95 patients completed the study; PVT was found in 17 (17.9%) patients. PVT was observed mainly in the portal trunk, superior mesenteric vein, and splenic vein. Univariate analysis showed that diabetes mellitus, lower levels of hemoglobin, platelet counts, and portal vein flow velocity as well as increased MELD scores, platelet indices, portal vein diameter, and splenic thickness were associated with PVT patients than in non-PVT patients (all P<0.01). ConclusionThe incidence of PVT was 17.9%. PVT occurred mainly in the portal vein trunk, superior mesenteric vein, and splenic vein. Diabetes mellitus, lower levels of hemoglobin, platelet count and portal vein flow velocity as well as increased MELD score, platelet indices, portal vein diameter, and splenic thickening were associated with PVT. Splenic thickening, marked reduced of mean portal flow velocity, and diabetes mellitus may be risk factors for PVT.
ORGANIZATION OF BUSINESS GAMES AS AN INTERACTIVE METHOD OF TEACHING FOREIGN LANGUAGES TO STUDENTS OF HEI AQUIRING SPECIALTIES CONNECTED WITH THE TRANSPORT INDUSTRY

Problem. In order to train highly skilled specialists, lectures, seminars, laboratories and practical classes, as well as other forms of training, including the business game as an interactive method of teaching foreign languages to students are held. It is noted that when presenting the studying material in a game form, students are active and interested in the results of their educational activities. There is an urgent need for a serious rethink of our representations. Goal. The goal of the given article is to determine the specifics of business games and the possibility of their application in the educational process of HEI in order to intensify the study of foreign languages by students of specialties connected with the transport industry. Methodology. The specificity of the methodological support of the business game, the content and purpose of the game in teaching a foreign language are investigated. It is noted that a business game can help achieve both the educational and developmental goals of the collective activity of students in the process of teaching a foreign language. Results. The factors and the professionally oriented character of the students’ specialty for the preparation and conduct of the business game are determined. The essence, specificity and the methodological support of the business game as an important form of training students of transport specialties to provide foreign language communication in higher educational institutions are considered. Originality. The author proposed recommendations for the development and use of business games. Practical value. Interactive teaching methods help to develop skills of professional communication in a foreign language, promote the development of necessary interpersonal communicative qualities. Optimal introduction of role and business games in the educational and extracurricular process is an important and necessary factor in attracting students to independent active acquisition of knowledge, skills and abilities, development of their cognitive activity, formation of the creative personality of students of higher technical educational institutions.