Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
The Use of Anatomical Dolls as a Demonstration Aid in Child Sexual Abuse Interviews: A Study of Forensic Interviewers' Perceptions

Given that most cases of child sexual abuse lack external corroborating evidence, children's verbal accounts of their experiences are of paramount importance to investigators. Forensic interviewers are charged with interviewing child victims and oftentimes use anatomical dolls. Yet, research on dolls has not caught up to practice in the field. Using a multimethod approach, this study presents new evidence on the function and value of using anatomical dolls as a demonstration aid. With a standardized protocol, forensic interviewers from an urban Midwestern Children's Advocacy Center evaluated the purpose and value of anatomical dolls in a forensic setting. Relationships between child characteristics and interviewer-perceived value were examined using descriptive, bivariate findings and case examples. Using a large and diverse sample of children, the study found that forensic interviewers perceived children as able and willing to use dolls for purposes of clarification, consistency, distancing, and communication. Results are discussed in the context of real-world applications and best practices and provide an evidence-based foundation for future research.
Conceptualising market orientation in non-profit organisations: definition, performance, and preliminary construction of a scale

Abstract This paper applies Narver and Slater's (1990) conceptualisation of market orientation to non-profit organisations. The study constructs a reliable and valid scale of the market orientation in non-profits in order to test the relationship between non-profits' market orientation and their performance outcomes in the context of a developing country. We surveyed 211 Indian non-profits and received 102 usable responses. We used principal axis factoring with oblique rotation to analyse the data. The scale was tested for its dimensionality, reliability, and various validities. The findings show a positive link between non-profits' market orientation and their performance in the context of a developing country. Market-oriented non-profits were found to be more effective in achieving their organisational mission, beneficiary satisfaction, and peer reputation than those that were less market oriented.
MULTI-ARY α-SEMANTIC RESOLUTION AUTOMATED REASONING BASED ON A LATTICE-VALUED PROPOSITION LOGIC LP ( X )

This paper focuses on multi-ary α-semantic resolution automated reasoning method based on multi-ary α-resolution principle for lattice-valued propositional logic LP(X) with truth-value in lattice implication algebras. The definitions of the multi-ary α-semantic resolution and multi-ary α-semantic resolution deduction in lattice-valued propositional logic LP(X) are given, respectively, and the soundness and completeness are gotten. An algorithm of multi-ary α-semantic resolution method is constructed; the soundness and completeness of multi-ary α-semantic resolution algorithm are also obtained. This work will provide a theoretical foundation for the more efficient resolution based automated reasoning in lattice-valued logic.
Recognition of Activities of Daily Living in natural “at home” scenario for assessment of Alzheimer's disease patients

In this paper we tackle the problem of Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs) recognition from wearable videos in a Home Clinical scenario. The aim of this research is to provide an accessible and yet detailed video-based navigation interface of patients with dementia/Alzheimer disease to doctors and caregivers. A joint work between a memory clinic and computer vision scientists enabled studying real-case life scenarios of a dyad couple consisting of a caregiver and patient with Alzheimer. As a result of this collaboration, a new @Home, real-life video dataset was recorded, from which a truly relevant taxonomy of activities was extracted. Following a state of the art Activity Recognition framework we further studied and assessed these IADLs in term of recognition performances with different calibration approaches.
How Camera Makers Knit Their Social Networks to Become More Innovative

This paper explores the mechanisms embedded in the relationship between the network status and innovations. Little prior research answered the relationship between M&A, strategic alliances and innovations and how innovations are influenced by strategic alliances and M&A activities. In addition, how network characteristics like networks status influence innovations was not systematically studied. I offered a systematic framework to investigate these issues. I argue that firms use the resource access mechanism and the market control mechanism to knit their social networks and influence the social capital accumulation, which in turn affects the firms’ innovations ability.
The Impact Of Audit Committees Personal Characteristics On Earnings Management: Evidence From China

This study investigates the influence of audit committees personal characteristics on the firms earnings management behavior using Chinas publicly traded firms during 2004-2010. Overall, our findings suggest that audit committees several personal characteristics, such as age, gender, education level, and working experience, are associated with earnings management, which in turn may affect the quality of financial reporting. The results are robust after controlling the size, independence, meeting frequency of audit committee, and other firm specific characteristics. The results are consistent with the predictions based on the Upper Echelons Theory. The contributions to the earnings management literature and implications for regulators and investors are also discussed.
The Degree of Corruption and Corporate Cash Holdings

This paper empirically investigates whether the degree of corruption affected the corporate cash holdings of Chinese-listed non-financial firms over the 2003-2013 period. We find that corporate cash holdings are negatively correlated with measures of corruption. For firms facing fewer financing constraints, the effect of corruption is more likely to reduce their cash holdings and exacerbate the tunneling of corporate controlling shareholders. These results indicate that corruption cannot reduce a business' degree of uncertainty. In addition, corruption will harm corporate value by controlling shareholders' tunneling. Our findings provide useful policy implications for China's economic reforms.
Histone Deacetylases Inhibit IFN-γ-Inducible Gene Expression in Mouse Trophoblast Cells1

Trophoblast cells are the first cells to differentiate from the developing mammalian embryo, and they subsequently form the blastocyst-derived component of the placenta. IFN-γ plays critical roles in activating innate and adaptive immunity, as well as apoptosis. In mice, IFN-γ is produced in the pregnant uterus, and is essential for formation of the decidual layer of the placenta and remodeling of the uterine vasculature. Responses of mouse trophoblast cells to IFN-γ appear to be selective, for IFN-γ activates MHC class I expression and enhances phagocytosis, but fails to activate either MHC class II expression or apoptosis in these cells. To investigate the molecular basis for the selective IFN-γ responsiveness of mouse trophoblast cells, IFN-γ-inducible gene expression was examined in the trophoblast cell lines SM9 and M-11, trophoblast stem cells, and trophoblast stem cell-derived giant cells. IFN-γ-inducible expression of multiple genes, including IFN regulatory factor-1 (IRF-1), was significantly reduced in trophoblast cells compared with fibroblast cells. Decreased IRF-1 mRNA expression in trophoblast cells was due to a reduced rate of IRF-1 transcription relative to fibroblast cells. However, no impairment of STAT-1 tyrosine phosphorylation or DNA-binding capacity was observed in IFN-γ-treated mouse trophoblast cells. Importantly, histone deacetylase (HDAC) inhibitors significantly enhanced IFN-γ-inducible gene expression in trophoblast cells, but not fibroblasts. Our collective studies demonstrate that IFN-γ-inducible gene expression is repressed in mouse trophoblast cells by HDACs. We propose that HDAC-mediated inhibition of IFN-γ-inducible gene expression in mouse trophoblast cells may contribute to successful pregnancy by preventing activation of IFN-γ responses that might otherwise facilitate the destruction of the placenta.
Rationalizing α‐helical membrane protein crystallization

X‐ray crystallography is currently the most successful method for determining the three‐dimensional structure of membrane proteins. Nevertheless, growing the crystals required for this technique presents one of the major bottlenecks in this area of structural biology. This is especially true for the α‐helical type membrane proteins that are of particular interest due to their medical relevance. To address this problem we have undertaken a detailed analysis of the crystallization conditions from 121 α‐helical membrane protein structures deposited in the Protein Data Bank. This information has been analyzed so that the success of different parameters can be easily compared for different membrane protein families. Concurrent with this analysis, we also present the new sparse matrix crystallization screen MemGold.
Theoretical model of internet shopping: evidence from a survey in Japan

Studies on factors affecting the intention to purchase and repurchase items via the internet have separated into two parts: the effect of factors on intention to purchase and the effects of factors on intention to repurchase. This study aims to develop a model of internet shopping that integrates three theoretical models and consists of three processes: intention to purchase, actual purchase, and intention to repurchase. The results of an online questionnaire filled out by 1,215 online customers showed that the model is able to explain and predict their internet shopping purchase? repurchase behaviours well. The findings and their managerial implications are also discussed.
Usability Ratings for Everyday Products Measured With the System Usability Scale

This article characterizes the usability of 14 common, everyday products using the System Usability Scale (SUS). More than 1,000 users were queried about the usability of these products using an online survey methodology. The study employed two novel applications of the SUS. First, participants were not asked to perform specific tasks on these products before rating their usability but were rather asked to assess usability based on their overall integrated experience with a given product. Second, some of the evaluated products were assessed as a class of products (e.g., “microwaves”) rather than a specific make and model, as is typically done. The results show clear distinctions among different products and will provide practitioners and researchers with important known benchmarks as they seek to characterize and describe results from their own usability studies.
Sign Language Support System for Viewing Sports Programs

To expand the services that are based on Japanese Sign Language (JSL) for deaf and hard of hearing people, we developed a support system for viewing sports program. The system provides sign language computer graphics (CG) animations and other auxiliary information such as text, image, and notifications automatically generated from game metadata. Results obtained from gathered opinions showed that the system is effective for understanding the situation when a game is interrupted.
Customer Experience: Theory Derivation,Evolvement and Pectination

Along with the coming of experiential economy,customer experience is paid much more attention by scholars and enterprisers. The research outcomes are abundant,but every research is divided. Then,a comparative study is made based on the literature reviews of presented research outcomes on the conception,dimensions of customer experience and applied research. According to the Chinese fact,there are three further research directions of customer experience: the research based on the new characteristics of Chinese consumers; the measurement research of customer experience; the applied research on development of brand equity and promotion of competitive power from the perspective of customer experience.
The determinants and performance consequences of the CEO pay slice

There is an emerging literature which focuses on the proportion of the CEO’s pay as a percentage of all senior executives’ pay (the CEO pay slice). This literature tests the association between the CEO pay slice and different economic activities but stays silent on the key drivers of the observed variations in the CEO pay slice. This thesis develops a theoretical framework for the economic determinants of the CEO pay slice (CPS) and tests this framework using a sample of 9,978 U.S. listed firms for the period 2001-2010. This thesis also provides evidence on the performance consequences of firms with an inefficient CPS. The findings in this thesis indicate that the CPS reflects rational allocation of decision authority between the CEO and senior executives. This allocation of decision authority is driven by firms' economic characteristics including the degree of business diversification, R&D intensity, and growth options. The CPS also reflects the market for CEO talent. There is limited evidence that an inefficient CPS is related to subsequent firm performance. No relation is found between inefficient CPS and accounting returns, however a negative relation is found between inefficient CPS and subsequent market returns. This thesis finds no evidence supporting the alternative managerial power explanation of the CPS as no relation is found between the CPS and proxies for CEO power, or between the CPS and subsequent accounting or market based firm performance. The findings in this thesis are consistent with respect to a number of sensitivity tests.
The independent association of preoperative serum albumin on the functional maturation of radiocephalic arteriovenous fistulae

Purpose The aim of this study is to test the null hypothesis that preoperative albumin along with other preoperative confounders have no impact on the functional maturation of radiocephalic arteriovenous fistulae (RCAVF). Methods A retrospective cohort study of n = 195 individuals undergoing RCAVF formation from July 2013 to December 2015 was conducted. The null hypothesis was assessed through chi squared test. Independent association of each variable was evaluated through univariate and multivariate logistic regression model. Pearson's correlation test was also performed between scale variables to establish their causal link. Results Preoperative hypoalbuminaemic group of individuals demonstrated significant failure of maturation (49.3% vs. 27.2%, p = 0.002). At multivariate analysis, hypoalbuminemia remained an independent marker of fistula failure (OR 0.40, 95% CI 0.21-0.76, p = 0.004) and demonstrated a weak but a positive correlation at the endpoint of maturation (R = 0.223, p = 0.002). Conclusions Preoperative hypoalbuminemia (<35 mg/dL) is independently associated with 40% reduction in the functional maturation of RCAVF. Stratification of this readily available biomarker prior to RCAVF formation may require consideration subjected to further research.
The NIST Definition of Cloud Computing

Cloud computing is a model for enabling convenient, on-demand network access to a shared pool of configurable computing resources (e.g., networks, servers, storage, applications, and services) that can be rapidly provisioned and released with minimal management effort or service provider interaction. This cloud model promotes availability and is composed of five essential characteristics, three service models, and four deployment models.
The SIMS trial: adjustable anchored single-incision mini-slings versus standard tension-free midurethral slings in the surgical management of female stress urinary incontinence. A study protocol for a pragmatic, multicentre, non-inferiority randomised controlled trial

Introduction Single-incision mini-slings (SIMS) represent the third generation of midurethral slings. They have been developed with the aim of offering a true ambulatory procedure for treatment of female stress urinary incontinence (SUI) with reduced morbidity and earlier recovery while maintaining similar efficacy to standard midurethral slings (SMUS). The aim of this study is to determine the clinical and cost-effectiveness of adjustable anchored SIMS compared with tension-free SMUS in the surgical management of female SUI, with 3-year follow-up. Methods and analysis A pragmatic, multicentre, non-inferiority randomised controlled trial. Primary outcome measure The primary outcome measure is the patient-reported success rate measured by the Patient Global Impression of Improvement at 12 months. The primary economic outcome will be incremental cost per quality-adjusted life year gained at 12 months. Secondary outcome measures The secondary outcomes measures include adverse events, objective success rates, impact on other lower urinary tract symptoms, health-related quality of life profile and sexual function, and reoperation rates for SUI. Secondary economic outcomes include National Health Service and patient primary and secondary care resource use and costs, incremental cost-effectiveness and incremental net benefit. Statistical analysis The statistical analysis of the primary outcome will be by intention-to-treat and also a per-protocol analysis. Results will be displayed as estimates and 95% CIs. CIs around observed differences will then be compared with the prespecified non-inferiority margin. Secondary outcomes will be analysed similarly. Ethics and dissemination The North of Scotland Research Ethics Committee has approved this study (13/NS/0143). The dissemination plans include HTA monograph, presentation at international scientific meetings and publications in high-impact, open-access journals. The results will be included in the updates of the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence and the European Association of Urology guidelines; these two specific guidelines directly influence practice in the UK and worldwide specialists, respectively. In addition, plain English-language summary of the main findings/results will be presented for relevant patient organisations. Trial registration number ISRCTN93264234. The SIMS study is currently recruiting in 20 UK research centres. The first patient was randomised on 4 February 2014, with follow-up to be completed at the end of February 2020.
The Impact of Volatility and Net Buying Pressure on the Trading Demand of Speculators and Hedgers

We investigate the ways in which the net buying pressure of options and the volatility of the underlying asset affect the trading demand for speculation and hedging in TAIEX options. We place particular focus on an examination of whether any changes were discernible in the volatility effects after the 2007 subprime mortgage crisis, and find that volatility seems to have had little significant impact on the trading demand of either speculators or hedgers; however, the net buying pressure of OTM calls and ATM puts are found to provide significant explanatory power on the trading demand of both types of investors. Furthermore, a significant change is found after the subprime crisis in the trading activities of speculators, who are generally found to have become more risk-averse, resulting in a reduction in their option positions when there is any sharp increase in risk in the underlying asset.
The retailer's optimal ordering and pricing policies with supply chain financing

This paper studies the retailer's optimal ordering and pricing under the condition of the initial capital constrained.In such a setting,we discuss the optimal ordering and pricing under the no financial service,external financial service in which a third party financial institution(e.g.,bank) offers a commercial loan to the retailer,internal financial services in which the manufacturer offers trade credit contract to the retailer.We give out the optimal ordering polices under the retailer's differential initial capital.In the end,a numerical analysis is employed,our results shows that the ordering polices can be severely affected by the lack of capital and the retailer's order quantities can be improved.The financial services can create value for the retailer who faces capital constrained.In additional,the trade credit policy given by the upper manufacture mostly is better off the third financial service.These results can be used for the reference of the retailer's managers when they make decisions.
Dual-Frequency Decoupling for Two Distinct Antennas

Constant development of new wireless standards increases the demand for more radiating elements in compact end-user platforms. A decrease in antenna separation gives rise to increased antenna coupling, resulting in a reduction of the signal-to-interference-plus-noise ratio (SINR) between transmitter and receiver. This letter proposes a decoupling network that provides dual-band port isolation for a pair of distinct antennas. A prototype has been fabricated to verify the theory.
SDN in coalition tactical networks

Software-Defined Networking (SDN) provides the potential for highly configurable, automated networks by separating the control and forwarding functions of network devices. While SDN appears to have many potential benefits for coalition tactical networking, including rapid reconfigurability and improved network situational awareness, there are significant obstacles to overcome. In particular, the low bandwidth and unreliability that characterize military communication links necessitate a highly resilient control plane, and the exposure of the control plane on the wireless medium presents a new vector for attack. This paper presents the results of a TTCP Workshop on SDN for coalition tactical networking, including an SDN architecture based on protected core networking, a summary of the benefits and challenges, an identification of vulnerabilities, weaknesses and threats and proposals for future work.
Knowledge Management as a Competitive Advantage of Contemporary Companies

By merging existing theory, discussion and research in the areas of strategic and knowledge management, the paper argues in favor of the basic assumption of all schools on strategy – competitive advantage results into superior performance of contemporary companies. The causation, however, can only be justified when knowledge management is introduced as a moderator in the relationship.Although the economic theory of the firm recognized the importance of knowledge as a resource as early as 1950s, the same did not gain in strategic value until the emergence of the Resource Based View on Strategy in the 1990s. Realizing that knowledge is a dynamic capability and that today’s knowledge although protected, is not a guarantee of tomorrow’s success, contemporary organizations approached knowledge management as a system comprised of four knowledge management processes: creation, organization, dissemination (transfer and sharing) and use (applicability), open to the influence of the wider external and internal environment considered through the social and technological context of the organization. By focusing on the internal context, the paper presents an empirical model which can be tested in different environments. The internal context reflects the influence of three predominant KM platforms: structure, culture and technology. In the process, technology is recognized as a main enabler for capturing, storing and distributing codified knowledge, while organizational structure that fosters KM processes as flexible, lean, team based and customer focused. In regards to organizational culture, adaptive and flexible cultures are recognized as supportive to knowledge generation; while stable and hierarchical cultures supportive to knowledge storage in organizational routines. At the end, the effectiveness of KM as a competitive advantage is approached through identifying superior financial and non-financial performance.