Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Investigating and explaining the relationship between inter-organizational factors and organizational agility by using structural equation modeling method

This study investigates the inter-organizational factors influencing organizational agility. In this study, factors such as organizational agility, information technology, organizational structure and organizational culture are mentioned. The research methodology of data collection is descriptive-survey which is considered as an applied research. Questionnaire (as primary sources) and also books, articles, theses and databases as secondary sources are used to collect the data needed to investigate the research hypotheses. The data collected from the questionnaire is initially entered into SPSS software for descriptive statistics and PLS software is used for inferential statistics and extraction of confirmatory factor analysis model and structural model. The research population is consisted of managers of the development of a Mapna company and due to the limited population the census method is used. This study is done with the expression of the general problem of inter-organizational factors influencing organizational agility. The data analysis results confirm the positive and direct impact of components. Since the t-values obtained for each of these components is a positive value, it could be clearly claimed that the impact of each of these components has a positive impact.
UvA-DARE ( Digital Academic Repository ) Challenging emotional memory

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Asymptomatic New-Onset Left Bundle Branch Block in a Preanesthetic Evaluation for Noncardiac Surgery: Does it Matter?

Background and Objectives: To determine the prevalence of and risk factors for cardiovascular abnormalities of asymptomatic newonset left bundle branch block (LBBB) in elective noncardiac surgery. Methods: This study was a retrospective chart review about the preanesthetic evaluation center at a medical center in southern Taiwan. The charts of 87,185 patients who underwent elective noncardiac surgery in were reviewed. Patients who showed LBBB in the preanesthetic electrocardiogram were enrolled and analyzed. Patients with positive findings in the preanesthetic cardiovascular examination were categorized into the positive group, while the others were placed in the negative group. Prevalence of asymptomatic new-onset LBBB, risk factors for positive findings, and adverse postoperative outcomes. Results: The prevalence rates of new-onset LBBB and asymptomatic new-onset LBBB were 0.042% and 0.031%, respectively. Among those patients, positive findings were detected in 64% of preoperative cardiovascular examinations. Age was a risk factor for cardiovascular abnormality; being older than 63.5 years was a risk factor for positive findings in a preanesthetic cardiovascular examination with a sensitivity of 88% and a specificity of 56%. The prevalence of adverse outcomes was 25.0% in the positive group and 22.2% in the negative group (no significant difference). Conclusion: The prevalence of LBBB in this Asia population was relatively low. It is suggested that preanesthetic cardiovascular examinations should be performed in patients older than 63.5 years.
Immobilization of cyclodextrin glucanotransferase on aminopropyl-functionalized silica-coated superparamagnetic nanoparticles

Background: Cyclodextrin glycosyltransferase (CGTase) from Amphibacillus sp. NPST-10 was successfully covalently immobilized on aminopropyl-functionalized silica coated superparamagnetic nanoparticles; and the properties of immobilized enzyme were investigated. The synthesis process included preparing of core magnetic magnetite (Fe3O4) nanoparticles using solvothermal synthesis; followed by coating of Fe3O4 nanoparticles with dense amino-functionalized silica (NH2-SiO2) layer using in situ functionalization method. The structure of synthesized Fe3O4@NH2-SiO2 nanoparticles was characterized using TEM, XRD, and FT-IR analysis. Fe3O4@NH2-SiO2 nanoparticles were further activated by gluteraaldehyde as bifunctional cross linker, and the activated nanoparticles were used for CGTase immobilization by covalent attachment. Results: Magnetite nanoparticles was successfully synthesized and coated with and amino functionalized silica layer (Fe3O4/NH2-SiO2), with particle size of 50-70 nm. The silica coated magnetite nanoparticles showed with saturation magnetization of 65 emug -1 , and can be quickly recovered from the bulk solution using an external magnet within 10 sec. The activated support was effective for CGTase immobilization, which was confirmed by comparison of FT-IR spectra of free and immobilized enzyme. The applied approach for support preparation, activation, and optimization of immobilization conditions, led to high yields of CGTase immobilization (92.3%), activity recovery (73%), and loading efficiency (95.2%); which is one of the highest so far reported for CGTase. Immobilized enzyme showed shift in the optimal temperature from 50 to 55oC, and significant enhancement in the thermal stability compared with free enzyme. The optimum pH for enzyme activity was pH 8 and pH 7.5 for free and immobilized CGTase, respectively, with slight improvement of pH stability of immobilized enzyme. Furthermore, kinetic studies revealed that immobilized CGTase had higher affinity toward substrate; with km values of 1.18 ± 0.05 mg/ml and 1.75 ± 0.07 mg/ml for immobilized and free CGTase, respectively. Immobilized CGTase retained 87% and 67 of its initial activity after 5 and 10 repeated batches reaction, indicating that immobilized CGTase on Fe3O4/NH2-SiO2 had good durability and magnetic recovery. Conclusion: The improvement in kinetic and stability parameters of immobilized CGTase makes the proposed method a suitable candidate for industrial applications of CGTase. To best of our knowledge, this is the first report about CGTase immobilization on silica coated magnetite nanoparticles.
Does Meaning in Life Predict Psychological Well-Being?

This paper analyzes the relationship between meaning in life and psychological well-being in a sample of 180 Spanish undergraduates (138 women, 76.7%; 42 men, 23.3%) aged 18-55, M = 22.91, SD = 6.71. Spanish versions of Crumbaugh and Maholic’s Purpose-In-Life Test and Ryff's Psychological Well-Being Scales were used. Analysis included descriptive statistics, the scales were tested for internal consistency, and correlations were analysed with simple linear regression. The results showed a significant relationship between meaning in life and psychological well-being dimensions, in terms of covariance and prediction, especially with global Psychological Well-Being, Self-Acceptation, Environmental Mastery, and Positive Relations. We conclude that the experience of meaning in life is important for psychological well-being.
The Effective Temperature and the Absolute Magnitude of the Stars

The theoretical framework developed by A.S. Eddington for the study of the inner structure and stability of the stars has been modified by the author and used in this work to show that knowing the effective temperature and the absolute magnitude, the basic parameters of any gaseous star can be calculated. On the other hand, a possible theoretical explanation of the Hertzsprung-Russel Diagram is presented.
An optimal method to design reinforced concrete lining of pressure tunnels

The utilization of the lining type in pressure tunnels is highly dependent on the geological and hydraulic conditions. There are two types of lining, namely concrete and steel lining but steel lining is one of the most expensive arrangements. To decrease the length of steel lining in these tunnels, the concrete lining, which prevents water seepage from the surrounding rock mass, is the appropriate alternative. In this work, a special attention is devoted to limit water losses in the concrete lining of pressure tunnel based on the critical reinforcing ratio in concrete lining. In order to evaluate the effect of internal water pressure on the permeability coefficient variation of the concrete lining and the surrounding rock mass, some simulations of reinforced concrete lining is implemented in the ABAQUS finite element software based on the coupled pore fluid-stress analysis. The results obtained indicate that although the critical reinforcing ratio has an important role in capturing the seepage flows and water losses, it is not sufficient to rely only on this parameter. However, among the various influential factors involved, a suitable arrangement of the reinforcement in the concrete lining should also be considered.
FISCAL CONSOLIDATION IN SPAIN: DYNAMIC INTERDEPENDENCE OF PUBLIC SPENDING AND REVENUES

Meeting fiscal targets set out in the Stability and Growth Pact for EMU countries requires the correction of fiscal imbalances. We consider what is the most efficient strategy to achieve permanent reductions in fiscal defficits in Spain. We analyse the possible interdependence between expenditure and revenues by performing standard Granger causality tests. We find that there is a bias towards defficit in public sector size and long-run bidirectional causality between public revenues and expenditure, although the direction of causality seems to hold mainly from public expenditure to revenues. Achieving fiscal consolidation should be based reducing structural public expenditure. (Copyright: Fundacion SEPI)
Observation and modelling of snow at a polygonal tundra permafrost site: spatial variability and thermal implications

Abstract. The shortage of information on snow properties in high latitudes places a major limitation on permafrost and more generally climate modelling. A dedicated field program was therefore carried out to investigate snow properties and their spatial variability at a polygonal tundra permafrost site. Notably, snow samples were analysed for surface-normal thermal conductivity (Keff−z) based on X-ray microtomography. Also, the detailed snow model SNOWPACK was adapted to these Arctic conditions to enable relevant simulations of the ground thermal regime. Finally, the sensitivity of soil temperatures to snow spatial variability was analysed. Within a typical tundra snowpack composed of depth hoar overlain by wind slabs, depth hoar samples were found more conductive (Keff-z=0.22±0.05 W m−1 K−1) than in most previously published studies, which could be explained by their high density and microstructural anisotropy. Spatial variations in the thermal properties of the snowpack were well explained by the microtopography and ground surface conditions of the polygonal tundra, which control depth hoar growth and snow accumulation. Our adaptations to SNOWPACK, phenomenologically taking into account the effects of wind compaction, basal vegetation, and water vapour flux, yielded realistic density and Keff−z profiles that greatly improved simulations of the ground thermal regime. Also, a density- and anisotropy-based parameterization for Keff−z lead to further slight improvements. Soil temperatures were found to be particularly sensitive to snow conditions during the early winter and polar night, highlighting the need for improved snow characterization and modelling over this period.
Assisted Christian Schools Governance, Practices, Boards Commitments and Performance Measures in Sri Lanka

Education has been playing the most important pivoting role in the development of human civilization in the present. Hence, education is inseparable and it is imperative to cater to the present needs of the society and prepare the society for a better future. One of the most valuable gifts that the Catholic Church has contributed is the holistic approach in the education, as we need to compete for Knowledge and wisdom; true education is not only training the mind but also the heart leading to wisdom. However the overall performance of the holistic education system faced wide spread controversy and continuing concern about how schools are being managed and controlled has led to many studies on school performance. The purpose of the study is provided evidence from single or a few perspectives such as selected indicators and school governance principals. In addition, there are many inconsistencies in the finding across the world that shows no signal school governance model is appropriate for all schools, countries and economic environments. The study has considered the three different school governance practicess of board clear funtion, sustainable policy, and board charter in capturing the effect of board governance on school performance. In addition, to elucidate school performance is dealing with board governance; the study used four perspective of balance score card as a determinant of school performance. The estimation results suggested that the board clear function, sustainable policy and board charter had significant positive driving forces on school performance.
Computation of the Coefficients of the Power law model for Whole Blood and Their Correlation with Blood Parameters

This study introduces a quantitative analysis of the coefficients of the power law model, which is used to describe the non-Newtonian behavior of blood. Twenty blood samples from healthy donors were used to measure the whole blood viscosity under different values of the shear rates, which are between 2.25 and 450.0 s-1. The shear rate viscosity curves were used to calculate n (flow index) and m (the consistency of the fluid) according to the power law model. Strong correlations (R2 > 0.5) between m and the hematocrit (HCT %), hemoglobin (Hb), erythrocytes count (RBC), mean corpuscle volume (MCV), and mean corpuscle hemoglobin concentration (MCHC) were obtained. Strong correlations (R2 > 0.5) between n and the RBC, MCV, and MCHC were achieved. The relation obtained between the power law coefficients and the blood parameters in the present investigation provides new parameters that can be used to evaluate the flow state of blood besides blood viscosity. In addition, these parameters may be used to examine blood under pathological conditions, representing a new tool for the diagnosis of blood abnormal conditions.
How Picture Books Work: A Study of Theoretical Approaches on Language-Image Interplay Towards Pedagogical Content Knowledge for Teaching English as a Foreign Language

1.Introduction: Why Picture Books for Education Field? Announced commencement of English classes as a subject at public elementary schools in Japan in 2020 forward, wideranging augment topics of English education to young learners are activated domestically in every region. The topics extend from central to far reaching peripheral fields of pedagogical theories, educational policy and they contain from considerable practical techniques to profound linguistic theories or principles of language acquisition, cognitive perception, psychological motivation, and so forth. Furthermore, augments local governments have adopted accelerated implement of new Curriculum Guidelines, albeit with controversial subject matters to be considered. Among others, practical researches having directly bearing on teaching materials of immediate use and pedagogy content knowledge (PCK), the framework built by Lee Shulman (1986), comprehensive knowledge of the subject materials with technology of teaching are of the utmost importance, because they are two indispensable resource in any tutorial circumstances. In academic year of 2015, the political announcement of empirical usage of English picture books as supplementary materials was made by Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science, and Technology (MEXT), In the consequence of this announcement, a practical manual on teaching techniques of English picture books in English classes at public elementary schools. However, concerning the present circumstances, pedagogical usage of English picture books in English classes are yet farther to be effectually employed. Admitting various causes are considered in this insufficient utilization, the deficiency of fundamental knowledge of “How picture books work” affects adversely. This paper will analyze the operation of English picture books in meaning making process in the system of the second language acquisition, and further draw Sipe (1998) to elucidate the semiotic theory of making-meaning process with languageimage interplay, or synergy, suggesting the significance of comprehensive process of picture books in view of developing literary and literacy ability. Provided opportunities of probing into language and pictures, with the critical thinking process through objective language and meta-language, children would learn effectively as Arizpe (2016) has affirmed.
Nonlinear Exchange Rate Pass-Through : Does Business Cycle Matter?

This paper investigates the nonlinear dynamics in the Exchange Rate Pass-Through of the Euro area. We implement the class of logistic smooth transition models to explore the role of the business cycle in driving nonlinearity. Using quarterly data over the period of January 1980 ~ April 2015, our results provide strong evidence of nonlinearity in 7 out of 10 Eurozone countries. We show that the exchange rate transmission to inflation respond to the economic activity in the nonlinear manner, that is, exchange rate pass-through is higher during expansion than recession periods. By monitoring the different patterns of growth and exchange rate pass-through, European monetary authorities could enhance inflation convergence within the Euro area.
The effects of competencies on the company value.

Competent management of a company is an important generator of a company value. The aim of the article is to provide detailed academic discussion of the human capital potential and its effects on the value of the company. Attention is paid especially to the definition of the human resources in this context and possible measurability, assuming what can be measured, can be increased. Although the company value can be measured by financial analyses tools, we have in the article moved on to the empirical dimension and provide a theoretical framework of the represented issue. Firstly, we stressed the importance of knowledge in the society of today, secondly, we outlined the indispensability of the intellectual capital for the companies and after that we dealt with the human capital itself, both competences and competencies and their measurability. Based on the partial results, the fi­gure describing the creation of company value was formed; we identified important variables and one of the triggers of these variables. All findings are supported with the literature review e. g. Andreissen (2004), Boddy (2008), Kubes, et al. (2004), Marinic (2008), Stewart (1998) and Sullivan (2000).
Landscape Theory in Design

Review by Annemarie Bucher Zurich University of the Arts, Switzerland The book consists of an introduction, five thematic chapters, and a glossary offering straightforward explanations of technical terms and major concepts. In her introductory statement, Herrington clarifies her approach. She sets ambitious goals as she sees theories as ‘debatable explanations concerning how one interprets phenomena in the world, makes sense of experiences, discovers patterns, and produces meaning’ (p. 1). Here she refers mainly to the formats and functions of theories in the humanities and cultural studies, where contradictions and debate are essential and where critical reflection and interpretation take precedence over asserting principles.
Deep chlorophyll a maxima (DCMs) in pelagic Antarctic waters. II. Relation to bathymetric features and dissolved iron concentrations

A deep chlorophyll a maximum (DCM) at depths between 60 and 90 m in waters south of the Antarctic Polar Front (APF) occurs only in pelagic waters where the chlorophyll a concentra- tions in the upper mixed layer (UML) are very low (generally <0.2 mg m -3 ). Dissolved Fe concentra- tions in these waters with DCMs are also very low (generally <0.2 nM) and are probably a limiting factor for phytoplankton growth and biomass. DCMs occur in the upper portion of the temperature minimum layer (TML), which is the winter residue of the Antarctic Surface Water (AASW). The higher phytoplankton biomass at these depths is thought to result from higher Fe concentrations in the winter remnant of the AASW as compared to that found in the overlying UML. A survey of the literature indicates that DCMs are located predominately over the deep ocean basins where enrich- ment of surface waters with Fe from either coastal sediments or from upwelling processes would be minimal. DCMs are not found in coastal waters or in pelagic regions where complex bottom topo- graphy causes upwelling of deep water with sufficiently high Fe concentrations to enhance surface chlorophyll a concentrations. Such enrichment of surface waters overlying or downstream of topo- graphical seamounts or ridges that rise to within a few thousand meters of the surface usually results in elevated phytoplankton biomass in the UML and no DCM due to decreased solar irradiance in the TML. The effect of such enrichment of Fe in surface pelagic waters that results from upwelling processes is most pronounced in the Scotia Sea, in the Polar Frontal region downstream of South Georgia, over the Southwest Indian Ridge, over the Kerguelen Plateau, and over the Pacific Antarctic and Southeast Indian Ridges.
On The Simple Derivation of Stress-strain Relationship in Composite Laminated Material of Plate and Shell Structures

This study aimed to develop a model to accurately predict the stress-strain relationship and proposed for laminated composite material. Lack of accuracy of Classical Shells Theory (CST) in predicting the influence of transverse deformation occurs due to the line normal to the surface is assumed remain straight and normal to the mid-plane before and after deformation. This assumption overestimates the structures too stiff and the deflections too small. Anyway, for very thin structures CST still suitable for isotropic homogeneous material, but the shear transverse deformations were neglected, hence provide inaccurate results for thicker structures. These lacks had been revised by Constant Shear or First Order Shear Deformation Theory (CSDT/FOSDT), but still suffer shear locking phenomenon, because always have constant value in the shear term. This matter had been corrected by Higher Order Shear Deformation Theory (HOSDT) using refined assumption that the line normal to the surface in a parabolic function and not normal to the mid-plane, but normal to the surfaces so it fulfill the zero strain in the surfaces. The stress-strain relationship of laminated composite material is applied by using Higher Order Lamination Theory (HOLT) that adopted from HOSDT that was accurate for any thicknesses variation and complex material.
An Overview of Knowledge Extraction Projects in the NLP group at Lund University

In this paper, I describe systems and prototypes we created in the natural language processing group at Lund to extract structured knowledge from text. Starting from syntactic and semantic parsingcomponents,wedevelopedapplicationsthatcanhandlelargecorpora,typicallycomplete Wikipedia versions consisting of millions of documents and process text to identify entities and the relations between them. I describe the overall goals of our projects, the data structure we designed to handle the documents, as well as three applications to extract knowledge from text.