Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
The Effectiveness of Group Counseling with Emphasis on Communication Skills on Midwifery Students’ Sense of Belonging in Clinical Settings

Objectives This study aimed to investigate the effect of group counseling with emphasis on communication skills on midwifery students’ sense of belonging in clinical settings. Methods This interventional study with the pre-test - post-test control group design was conducted on 78 midwifery students of Kerman Medical University, who were selected using the census method. Of the total study population, sixty students with low level of mental health were screened using Goldberg’s General Health Questionnaire and randomly included in an intervention and a control group. They filled out Belongingness Scale-Clinical Placement Experience (BES-CPE) as the pre-test. The intervention consisted of eight group counseling sessions (two 2-hour sessions per week) with emphasis on communication skills that were held in their faculty. The final sample included fifty-two students filling out the post-test instruments. Data were analyzed using SPSS 22. Results There was a significant difference between the groups in terms of total score (P < 0.0001) as well as the self-esteem and self-efficacy subscales (P < 0.05). Conclusions Sense of belonging in clinical settings is required for midwifery students so that they can improve their communicaton skills in such settings. Therefore, it is recommended to include programs in midwifery curricula in order to improve students’ sense of belonging with enhancing their communication skills.
Effect of Physical Therapy Dosage on Functional Recovery Following TBI

Background/Purpose: Evidence supporting neurorehabilitation dosage after traumatic brain injury is limited. High-dose, high-intensity intervention, involving maximal frequency, time, and patient participation, facilitates neuroplasticity and optimizes outcomes. This patient made significant functional progress with the dosage of therapy provided, warranting investigation into the optimal dosage of therapy in this patient population.
STUDY OF THE METHOD FOR FOCAL LENGTH DETERMINATION IN DIGITAL CAMERAS

The authors analysed the methods for determining the focal length in digital cameras (DC) and proposed a method, the implementation of which is to survey the correct triangular metal prism from the left and right points of the basis. Next, on the stereo pair of digital images obtained from the surveying, the corresponding coordinates of the points on the near and far edges of the prism are measured, and the focal length of the non-metric DC is determined. To test the method, the focal length of the Sony ILCE-7R and Canon EOS 450D cameras was determined. In order to establish the precision parameters of the method, the following parameters were taken into account: determining the accuracy of measurment on the basis of surveying, the accuracy of measuring the heights, the accuracy of calculation of the longitudinal parallax, the accuracy of calculating the difference between the parallaxes.
Three essays on the economics of family ties

The thesis includes three chapters on the economics of family ties. In chapter 2, I examine the effect of kin ties beyond family—measured by cousin marriage rates—on institutional quality of societies—measured by corruption index. We show that higher cousin marriage rates are associated with higher corruption level. We also use historical measures and instrumental estimation method to provide some causal evidence. In chapter 3, we provide evidence from bribery experiments in three countries (Canada, Iran, and Ecuador) to show that strong family ties facilitate nepotistic relationships at the expense of strangers. In chapter 4, using individual-level data from the United States, I examine the effect of age at leaving parental home on future incomes. Late emancipation of young adults is considered as an important consequence of stronger family ties, with important economic implications for withinand across-countries. I show that late emancipation is associated with lower future incomes among American youths. Controlling for individual unobservables, the results suggest that the relationship might be causal.
The home exchange phenomenon in the sharing economy: a research agenda

ABSTRACT The emergence of the sharing economy has been driven by the increasing value of temporary access to goods over ownership as an alternative mode of consumption. This economy has been enabled by the rapidly evolving Web 2.0 technologies. Scholars have turned their attention to the implications of this sharing economy for the tourism and hospitality industries. However, research on peer-to-peer (P2P) accommodation-sharing has mainly focused on a few global (monetised) platforms, especially Airbnb, while other manifestations of P2P sharing accommodation have remained underexplored. This is the case for “home exchange”, an example of non-monetised P2P sharing accommodation where individuals exchange their homes via web-based platforms. Aiming to address this gap, this paper reviews existing literature on the topic and identifies three key research dimensions, namely, economic, social-psychological and spatial. The paper also argues for the value of using second-home tourism literature in the examination of the home exchange phenomenon. Main research gaps and directions for future research are then addressed. Finally, the conclusions and limitations are presented.
Constructal design of an arterial bypass graft

Arterial bypass grafts tend to fail after some years due to intimal hyperplasia—an abnormal proliferation of smooth muscle cells that leads to stenosis and graft occlusion. In this regard and on the basis of the constructal design method, this study seeks to investigate the effect of geometric parameters—stenosis degree, junction angle, and diameter ratio—on the flow through a bypass graft circumventing an idealized, partially stenosed coronary artery. The computational model assumes a steady‐state Newtonian fluid flow through an artery stenosis degree from 25% to 75%. A computational fluid dynamics model and a response surface methodology were employed to assess the effects of the project parameters on pressure drop. As diameter ratio increases to 1 and the junction angle decreases to 30°, the pressure drop decreases and there is a considerable dependence of pressure drop on the stenosis degree. The effects of the diameter ratio are more pronounced than those of junction angle on the velocity field and wall shear stress. The application of the constructal design method in hemodynamics might be a good alternative to provide configurations with enhanced performance and to provide valuable results to the understanding of biological flows.
Comment on “Measurement of the electron affinity of the lanthanum atom”

The electron affinity of the lanthanum atom was recently measured by slow-electron velocity map imaging in a photodetachment experiment [Y. Lu et al., Phys. Rev. A 99, 062507 (2019)]. Several detachment threshold energies have been measured, which correspond to different energy levels of the initial ion and/or final atom. Only one measurement, however, has been exploited to determine the electron affinity. Applying the ordinary spectroscopic method to the complete set of data presented by the authors, one obtains a slightly different, more precise and more consistent value of the electron affinity of La: 449 691(17) instead of 449 697(20) m−1, i.e., 0.557 546(20) instead of 0.557 553(25) eV.
An Exploration of Multiple Unsupervised Algorithms in a Financial Auditing Context

This paper concerns an exploration of the combination of two distinct fields: accounting and data science. The focus of this paper is the usage of unsupervised outlier detection for frauds and errors within an accounting context. Unique synthetic data are used from a digital simulation which simulates a company with many business transactions. The simulation creates the possibility to verify the functioning of the unsupervised techniques with a ground truth target variable containing the real error and fraud cases inserted in the simulation. Two distinct situations are used: a simulation case where a relatively lower number of errors or fraud are present, and a simulation case where there are relatively more instances of error and/or fraud. Multiple unsupervised algorithms are explored. The results show the Vanilla Autoencoder and Contractive Autoencoder obtain the best performance over the different datasets and imbalance settings. Additional work is identified, among other aspects, in finding methods to overcome imbalancing problems with unsupervised learning.
A role of graphs in evolutionary processes

In this thesis we study certain mathematical aspects of evolution. The two primary forces that drive an evolutionary process are mutation and selection. Mutation generates new variants in a population. Selection chooses among the variants depending on the reproductive rates of individuals. Evolutionary processes are intrinsically random – a new mutation that is initially present in the population at low frequency can go extinct, even if it confers a reproductive advantage. The overall rate of evolution is largely determined by two quantities: the probability that an invading advantageous mutation spreads through the population (called fixation probability) and the time until it does so (called fixation time). Both those quantities crucially depend not only on the strength of the invading mutation but also on the population structure. In this thesis, we aim to understand how the underlying population structure affects the overall rate of evolution. Specifically, we study population structures that increase the fixation probability of advantageous mutants (called amplifiers of selection). Broadly speaking, our results are of three different types: We present various strong amplifiers, we identify regimes under which only limited amplification is feasible, and we propose population structures that provide different tradeoffs between high fixation probability and short fixation time.
SIBI (Sistem Isyarat Bahasa Indonesia) translation using Convolutional Neural Network (CNN)

Deaf people are one of those with disabilities who cannot speak and hear. Deaf people using sign language for communication who use sign language with hand gestures, body and convey facial expressions using sign language. One important component in sign language is the alphabetical finger or the manual alphabet needed to complete communication. The alphabet of the finger is done by spelling words on spoken language, by spelling letter by letter using a finger. This method is used to spell the name or mention the word. However, not everyone understands sign language, so tools needed to bridge communication between people who are deaf with normal people. One solution that will be offered is to use computer technology as a tool to recognize sign language. The technology is an automatic language translator system that process input images using by using the Convolutional Neural Network (CNN). On this research consist of 3 class such us A, assalamualaikum and hallo which get the accuracy respectively 100% for each class.
Temporal fine structure frequency bands criticality in perception of the speech in the presence of noise

Context: In the competing background, noise speech cues are compromised. In quiet and noisy conditions, the distribution and weighting of temporal cues for the speech perception vary across different frequency spectrum. Temporal fine structure (TFS) cues help in perceiving speech in noise. Knowledge about the perceptual weighing of fine structure cues is essential for the design of assistive listening devices Aims: In the present study, the perceptual weighing of the fine structure cues across frequency bands in different listening conditions is measured. Settings and Design: Data were collected in a double room set up and adapted Plomp (1986) sentence speech recognition threshold (sSRT) method was used. Subjects and Methods: Forty normal hearing individuals presented without and with (very low frequency [VLF], low frequency, mid frequency [MF], and high frequency) filtered fine structure bands of hearing in noise test sentences. sSRTs were measured for uninterrupted and interrupted stimulus in different signal to noise conditions (quiet, 0 dB, +10 dB, and −10 dB). ANOVA, post hoc, and bivariate Karl Pearson correlation statistical analysis were used. Results: The sentence recognition for filtered stimulus in quiet and in noise resulted in significantly higher relative perceptual weight placed upon the TFS in the VLF band and MF at 0 dB signal to noise ratio (SNR) (P < 0.001). The relative weighting of fine structure cues demonstrated the importance VLF band in quiet and noisy conditions and of the MF band that contains dynamic formant movement at 0 dB SNR condition.
What is the most effective external ankle support to speed recovery in patients with ankle sprain?

days; 95% CI, –2.8 to 3.7). Six trials (N5408) evaluated disability, function, and symptoms using various scoring systems; however, results could not be pooled due to heterogeneity in the scoring instruments. After three to six months, there were no significant differences in these clinical outcomes between the two groups in any of the trials. One trial (n52,127) found pyrexia to be more common with early bisphosphonates than the control group (6.9% vs 0.9%; P,.001) and two trials found myalgias to be more common (n52,217; 3.1% vs 0.9%; P,.001 and n546; 52% vs 9.5%; P,.002). This meta-analysis was limited by heterogeneity of fracture type and comparison interventions. A 2016 retrospective cohort study examined the early use of bisphosphonates on the healing time of acute proximal humerus fractures requiring a locking compression plate. All patients (n5 82) were over the age of 50 with osteoporosis determined by bone mineral density (T score,–2.5) who suffered a two-, three-, or four-part displaced fracture of the proximal humerus. Patients who started alendronate 70 mg weekly within two weeks of surgery (n534) were compared to patients who started alendronate (same dose) at three months postoperatively (n548). All of the patients had the same surgeon and received the same postoperative care. Radiographs were obtained at two, six, 10, 16 weeks, six months, and one year after surgery to assess radiographic union defined by bridging of trabeculae or osseous bone across the fracture in at least three of the medial, lateral, anterior, or posterior cortices. Radiographic fracture unionwas obtained in 82% of patients in the early group and 79% of patients in the delayed group (P5.16) at 6 weeks postoperatively showing no significant difference between the two groups. The mean time until fracture union was similar with early and delayed bisphosphonate therapy (6.3 vs 6.6 weeks, respectively; P5.57). There was also a comparable fixation failure rate (defined by more than a 10 ̊ difference in the cervicodiaphyseal angle on radiograph measured immediately after surgery compared to their last follow-up visit) between the early and delayed group (15% vs 8.3%, P5.24). Clinical outcomes of symptoms, function, satisfaction, and range of motion were evaluated at one year after surgery using the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons scoring system and the Constant scoring system. There were no significant differences in clinical outcomes based on these scales between the early and delayed treatment groups. Therewas no comment on the tolerance of alendronate in the two groups. This retrospective cohort study was limited by the small size, short duration of follow-up, and inclusion of only one type of fracture.
Social Inequalities in Young Children’s Lifestyle Behaviors and Childhood Overweight : The Generation R Study

markdownabstract__Abstract__ Childhood overweight and obesity is a major public health concern. Adverse health and psychosocial outcomes associated with childhood overweight include elevated blood pressure and hypertension, type 2 diabetes, asthma, sleeping disorders, low self-esteem, and decreased quality of life. Long term consequences of childhood overweight include the persistence (or tracking) of overweight from childhood into adulthood and the increased risk of cardiovascular morbidity and premature mortality. Over the past three decades, the prevalence of childhood overweight and obesity has risen markedly. The current prevalence of overweight varies across continents; North America, Europe, and parts of the Western Pacific have the highest prevalence with 20-30% of all children being overweight [8]. In the Netherlands, regular nationwide growth studies are conducted among children aged 0-21 years. Comparison of findings over the past three decades has shown a two- to three-fold increase in overweight prevalence and a four- to six-fold increase in obesity prevalence among native Dutch children. In the most recent study, conducted in 2009, the prevalence of overweight (including obesity) was 13.3% and 14.9% for native Dutch boys and girls, respectively.
The myth of ‘evidence-based policymaking’ in a decentred state

I describe a policy theory story in which a decentred state results from choice and necessity. Governments often choose not to centralise policymaking but they would not succeed if they tried. Many policy scholars take this story for granted, but it is often ignored in other academic disciplines and wider political debate. Instead, commentators call for more centralisation to deliver more accountable, ‘rational,’ and ‘evidence-based’ policymaking. Such contradictory arguments, about the feasibility and value of government centralisation, raise an ever-present dilemma for governments to accept or challenge decentring. They also accentuate a modern dilemma about how to seek ‘evidence-based policymaking’ in a decentred state. I identify three ideal-type ways in which governments can address both dilemmas consistently. I then identify their ad hoc use by UK and Scottish governments. Although each government has a reputation for more or less centralist approaches, both face similar dilemmas and address them in similar ways. Their choices reflect their need to appear to be in control while dealing with the fact that they are not.
Hierarchically-Coordinated Voltage/VAR Control of Distribution Networks Using PV Inverters

Photovoltaic (PV) inverters can provide fast and flexible reactive power support for voltage regulation and power loss reduction in distribution networks. Conventionally, central and local voltage/VAR control (VVC) strategies are separately determined, lacking a cross-hierarchy coordination. This paper proposes a novel hierarchically-coordinated VVC (HC-VVC) method where central hierarchy dispatches the inverter reactive power output to minimize network power loss and local hierarchy responds to real-time voltage deviation through a linear droop controller. The proposed method simultaneously optimizes inverter reactive power output setpoints for the central dispatch and droop functions for the local control so that the two control hierarchies are optimally coordinated under stochastic PV power generation and load variations. The coordination model is solved by a scenario-based stochastic optimization approach with probabilistic uncertainty modeling where real-time variations of the uncertainties are fully addressed. Simulation results show that, compared with existing methods, the proposed HC-VVC method is overall superior in minimizing power loss and voltage deviation.
Scalar Non-Standard Interactions of Neutrinos in Earth, Sun, Supernovae and Early Universe

Non-standard interactions (NSI) of neutrinos with matter mediated by a scalar field would induce medium-dependent neutrino masses which can modify oscillation probabilities. Generating observable effects requires an ultra-light scalar mediator. We derive a general expression for the scalar NSI using techniques of quantum field theory at finite density and temperature and discuss various limiting cases applicable to the neutrino propagation in different media, such as the Earth, Sun, supernovae and early universe. We also analyze various terrestrial and space-based experimental constraints, as well as astrophysical and cosmological constraints on these NSI parameters, applicable to either Dirac or Majorana neutrinos. By combining all these constraints, we show that observable scalar NSI effects, although precluded in terrestrial experiments, are still possible in future solar and supernovae neutrino data, and in cosmological observations such as cosmic microwave background and big bang nucleosynthesis data.
Summary of web crawler technology research

With the continuous development of network information technology, there is a large amount of unstructured data called big data on the network. Human resources to collect information laborious, so web crawler technology came into being. This paper explores the basic principle and characteristics of web crawler and the classification of current popular crawler, introduces the key technology of crawler, compares two search strategies and the current application of crawler. Finally, the future research direction of web crawler is introduced.
Control of adaptive action selection by secondary motor cortex during flexible visual categorization

Adaptive action selection during stimulus categorization is an important feature of flexible behavior. To examine neural mechanism underlying this process, we trained mice to categorize the spatial frequencies of visual stimuli according to a boundary that changed between blocks of trials in a session. Using a model with a dynamic decision criterion, we found that sensory history was important for adaptive action selection after the switch of boundary. Bilateral inactivation of the secondary motor cortex (M2) impaired adaptive action selection by reducing the behavioral influence of sensory history. Electrophysiological recordings showed that M2 neurons carried more information about upcoming choice and previous sensory stimuli when sensorimotor association was being remapped than when it was stable. Thus, M2 causally contributes to flexible action selection during stimulus categorization, with the representations of upcoming choice and sensory history regulated by the demand to remap stimulus-action association.
Reconsidering Samuel: A Mental Health Caretaker at a Ghanaian Prayer Camp

This essay is intended to challenge popular and academic narratives of prayer camps in Ghana as being inherently inhumane. It is based on two years of Master’s thesis research and six trips to one prayer camp in particular, where I observed the daily routines of the camp and interviewed staff who care for people with mental illness. I aim to contextualize what is currently known about patients and staff at Ghanaian prayer camps within Ghana’s broader social, political, religious, and medical landscapes. To do so, I call upon my own experience interacting with one caretaker in particular: Samuel.