Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Title Programmable Fiber-based in-band OSNR Monitoring for Flexgrid Coherent Optical Communication System

With the rapid development of ultra-dense large capacity coherent WDM optical communication networks, the monitoring of in-band optical signal-to-noise ratio (OSNR) plays an essential role to ensure signal qualities. Different from the classic polarization-nulling method, we proposed and experimentally demonstrated a novel fiber-based programmable in-band OSNR monitoring method for flexgrid coherent transmission system, the OSNR monitor is based on linearly chirped fiber Bragg grating (LCFBG) and commercial thermal print head (TPH). For the coherent communication system, when the output power of the pre-amplifier at the receiving terminal is constant, degraded OSNR leads to decreased signal power and elevated ASE noise. Therefore, if the central spectrum (signal and in-band noise) is filtered by an ultra-narrow bandwidth optical filter, the output optical power is in proportional to the OSNR value, the influence of the filtered in-band ASE noise will be negligible with relatively high OSNR and the ultranarrow bandpass filter is the key element for this technique. Based on the thermo-optic effect of the LCFBG, we used the in-house developed driver circuits and a LabVIEW based software to implement a programmable ultra-narrow passband optical filter for OSNR monitoring. Linear monitoring range of 9–27 dB OSNR values with wavelength ranging from 1530.6 to 1538 nm is achieved. The OSNR monitor has advantages of low cost, low insertion loss, large wavelength tunability and compatible with current optical fiber communication system.
Soil Moisture Enhancement Techniques Aid Shrub Transplant Success in an Arid Shrubland Restoration

Abstract In arid and semi-arid environments, where low and unpredictable rainfall is typical, establishment of perennial vegetation can be enhanced with modest increases in soil moisture. We evaluated methods for promoting shrub transplant establishment. We transplanted approximately 1 000 3-mo-old seedlings in April 2004, 2005, and 2006, using a full-factorial design with combinations of three treatments: addition of mycorrhizae spores to the root zone, addition of a hydrogel to the root zone, and placement of a wood obstruction south of the plant. We planted three shrubs: big sagebrush (Artemisia tridentata Nutt. ssp. tridentate), four wing saltbush (Atriplex canescens [Pursh] Nutt.), and rubber rabbitbrush (Ericameria nauseosa [Pall. ex Pursh] G.L. Nesom & Baird ssp. nauseosa) in a 1.2-ha area. The summer months of 2004 and 2006 were dry, leading to low survivorship (< 1%). With higher rainfall in summer 2005, transplant survivorship was ∼18%. For the 2005 transplants, A. tridentata had the highest survivorship after one growing season (31.0%), followed by A. canescens (20.6%) and E. nauseosa (6.9%). Placing a wood obstruction near the plant was significant in the statistical model to describe short-term overall transplant survival and survival of A. tridentata. Placing hydrogel in the root zone also explained short-term overall transplant survival, as well as survival of E. nauseosa. However, by 4.5 yr after transplanting, there was no significant treatment effect on survival. Thus, for transplanting shrub seedlings on arid or semi-arid sites, we recommend some form of resource enhancement technique to increase short-term survival. In this experiment, both the obstruction and hydrogel treatments were effective. We recommend the obstruction treatment since slash is often readily available onsite, has low labor requirements and cost, and it increased transplant survival of A. tridentata, a species of conservation concern; however, other treatments may be appropriate for individual species.
A study of convective heat transfer in a rotor-stator system of disk-type electrical machines

Accurate heat transfer analysis of the rotor-stator system in disk-type electrical machines is crucial for design purpose, especially to prevent overheating. If the internal temperature in the machine exceeds the critical value (Tc=150°C), it results in demagnetization in the rotor. A high temperature increases the resistivity of the copper windings, which negatively affects the efficiency of the machine. The study undertaken here aims to provide analytical modeling of the discoidal system which is applicable to various geometries and boundary conditions. The rotor-stator configuration is enclosed in a cylindrical chamber, and all the surfaces within the machine are considered isothermal, each on their own temperature. The average convective heat transfer coefficients are defined, taking into account the bulk flow temperature as the reference temperature instead of the ambient temperature. The latter is typically used in literature but has almost no influence on the heat transfer. Thereafter, in order to estimate the bulk fluid temperature, a linear correlation between the surface temperature of the rotor, the stator and the cover is made, based on CFD simulations. These are performed for different rotational Reynolds numbers and gap size ratios at different combinations of surface temperature of the rotor, the stator and the cover. Results have been compared with the available data in literature and good agreement has been found. It is showed that there is a gap size ratio for which the average convective heat transfer for the stator surface reaches a minimum. Additionally, it is found that the proposed correlations for the convective heat transfer in the rotor and the stator surface in the gap are totally applicable to the disk type electrical machine with different working conditions.
THE CONCEPT OF SELF-EFFICACY AND SELF-EFFICACY-PERFORMANCE RELATIONSHIP

Self-Efficacy (SE) is the belief or perception of a pcrson that he or she is capable to perform a specific task. It is a dynamic element that influenccs other concepts such as goals, performance and is influenced by them. SE is an essential element in Social Cognitive Learning Theory. it plays a role of connecting goals, performance, and motivation concepts. it is one of the individual related concepts that function as a mediating mcchanism among these concepts. Various research results show that SE may be a good predictor of performance. Since SE may be a good predktor of performance, managers may try to assess the SE of candidates to predict their potential performancc, thus rcgulating their human resources practices such as selcction, adjustment, manager development ete. ,according to thal. In the two studies wc have conducted, consistent with the results of previous research, moderate positive correlations (Study 1: .449, Study 2: .388) are found between SE and performance for a simple memory task.
TOWARDS A VITALIST HOLISM: DELEUZE’S THEORY OF ASSEMBLAGE

In this paper, we propose and evaluate an epistemology of systems thinking in relation to the vitalism of social systems and to develop systems approach for understanding the vitalist holism by construing the emergence and reproduction of social and organizational systems of the ‘civilizing process’ as non-linear and rhizomic events. We present and appreciate Deleuze’s theory of an assemblage in order to explore social and organizational complexities as researchers rethink the value of ‘systems thinking’ through the unfolding process of problematization in terms of virtualities and actualities. It allows participants to be ‘critical thinkers’ on the given situations. To be critical thinkers, what is important for the process of action research and learning is not so on what is true of ‘scientific knowledge’ being appreciated, but it is on our thought and learning to what the ‘practical and discursive knowledge’ produces in particular, contingent contexts. In this sense, we reappreciate the value of Deleuze theory of assemblage theory towards understanding of the ‘vitalism’ of social systems, which are evolved from the continuity and transformation of the relationships between life and (non) living bodies.
EURASIAN JOURNAL OF BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT

We demonstrate four models in prediction of the dependencies between entrepreneurs’ education, developmental intentions and perception of quality of life based on survey data (2012, n=460). Entrepreneurs with the higher level of education were more likely to maintain the current production line, plan pluriactive businesses and consider wage income and cooperation more important than others. Similarly, entrepreneurs with lower level of education experienced more often problems to cope with current and future farm work with existing resources. To conclude, spouses’ education seems to influence farm’s choices and quality of life. Implications for human capital theory and entrepreneurship education emerged.
Oral Quercetin Supplementation Lowers Plasma sICAM-1 Concentrations in Female db/db Mice

Background: Flavonoids are documented for their potential anti-adipogenic, anti-inflammatory and anti-diabetic effects. Quercetin, one of the most abundant flavonoids in edible plants, was investigated for these effects in a diabetic mouse model (db/db, leptin receptor mutation) exerting early relevant clinical signs of non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus, such as hyperglycemia, hyperinsulinemia, hypertriglyceridemia, hypoadiponectinemia and obesity. Materials & Methods: Female db/db mice (n = 24) were fed a flavonoid-poor maintenance diet without (C) or with the addition of quercetin (0.3 g/kg diet, Q) or rosiglitazone (4 mg/kg diet, TZD). Food and water were freely available during the 4 week feeding period. Thereafter, blood samples (fasted) were analyzed for glucose, insulin, triacylglycerols, non-esterified fatty acids, cholesterol, adiponectin and soluble intercellular adhesion molecule-1 (sICAM-1). Adiponectin mRNA levels were measured in adipose tissue. Furthermore, sICAM-1 release was investigated using tumor necrosis factor alpha stimulated EAhy926 cells. Results: Only TZD treatment reduced fasted plasma glucose, triacylglycerols and cholesterol and increased plasma adiponectin concentrations compared to groups C and Q. Adiponectin mRNA levels after quercetin treatment were not different from TZD-treatment or controls. Only quercetin treatment reduced sICAM-1 release in vitro and in vivo. Conclusions: Quercetin effectively reduced sICAM-1 release in the progressive diabetic state, revealing its anti-inflammatory potential in vivo.
Physico-Chemical Characteristic and Fatty Acids Compositions of Cottonseed Oils

In this study, three cotton genotypes of species Gossypium hirsutum L. , Cukurova 1518, PAUM 15 and BA 119 were investigated for their some physicochemical properties of oils such as free fatty acids, peroxide value, iodine value, unsaponifiable matter, total carotenoid and tocopherol contents and fatty acids composition in Cukurova region in Turkey. Seed oil content ranged 17.2-19.6% and PAUM 15 was found to be genotype with the highest oil content. The range of other physicochemical properties and their values are as follows; free fatty acids 1.7-2.8%, peroxide value 5.3- 6.0 meq O2 kg-1, unsaponifiable matters 2.1-2.3%, iodine value 102-110, total carotenoid content 119-140 mg kg-1, total tocopherol content 887-920 mg kg-1, linoleic acid 52.00-55.82%, palmitic acid 24.85-25.63%, oleic acid 14.06-17.00%, stearic acid 3.01-3.13% in the cottonseed oils. PAUM 15 was determined to be more suitable for food consumption as edible oil due to its highest oil content and quality characteristics than the others genotypes.
Implicit theories of ability in physical education: Current issues and future directions

Purpose: In light of the extensive empirical evidence that implicit theories have important motivational consequences for young people across a range of educational settings we seek to provide a summary of, and personal reflection on, implicit theory research and practice in physical education (PE). Overview: We first provide an introduction to the key constructs and theoretical propositions associated with implicit theories. We then include a brief summary of the research findings on ability beliefs in school PE, which we draw on to identify several key issues that we feel are crucial to furthering our understanding of this topic. We conclude by offering a number of ideas for future research and discuss the potential misinterpretation of implicit theories when applied to professional practice in PE. Conclusions: We argue that researchers need to address more nuanced questions around implicit theories to prevent this area of inquiry stalling. Moreover, we need to provide teachers with more specific recommendations to help them integrate theory and research into practice.
High Rejection Broadband BPF with Triple-Mode Stub-Loaded Resonator

In this letter, a novel broadband bandpass fllter (BPF) with compact size and high rejection performance is proposed using the triple-mode stub-loaded resonator. The resonator is formed by attaching one T-type open stub at the center plane and two identical short-circuited stubs symmetrical to high impedance microstrip line. It can generate one odd-mode resonant frequency fm2 and two even- mode fm1, fm3 in the desired band. The fm2 can be approximately determined by the high impedance microstrip line. The short-circuited stubs and T-type open stub can be applied not only to separately adjust the fm1 and fm3 while the other two keep relatively stationary, but also to separately create transmission zero near the lower and upper cut-ofi frequencies, leading to a high rejection skirt. As a result of the source-load coupling, two transmission zeros in the upper-stopband are generated to deepen and widen the upper-stopband. A high rejection BPF with the fractional bandwidth 76% is simulated, fabricated and measured. The measured results agree well with the EM simulations.
Beyond divides: prospects for synergy between resilience and pathways approaches to sustainability

In the context of rapid social, ecological and technological change, there is rising global demand from private, public and civic interests for trans-disciplinary sustainability research. This demand is fuelled by an increasing recognition that transitions toward sustainability require new modes of knowledge production that incorporate social and natural sciences and the humanities. The STEPS Centre’s ‘pathways approach’ and the Stockholm Resilience Centre’s (SRC) ‘resilience approach’ are two distinct trans-disciplinary frameworks for understanding and responding to sustainability challenges. However, the varieties of trans-disciplinarity pursued by the SRC and STEPS each have distinct origins and implications. Therefore, by selecting either the ‘resilience’ or ‘pathways’ approach, or indeed any distinct approach to sustainability, the researcher must contend with a range of foundational ontological and epistemological commitments that profoundly affect the definition of problems, generation of knowledge and prescriptions for action. What does an (un)sustainable world look like? How might we ‘know’ and research (un)sustainability? How should sustainability researchers position themselves in relation to civil society, policy, business and academic communities? In this paper we explore how resilience and pathways address these questions, identifying points of overlap and friction with the aim of generating new research questions and illuminating areas of potential synergy.
Genetic Based Plus Integral Controller for PMBLDC Motor Control using Resonant Pole Inverter

Permanent Magnet Brushless DC (PMBLDC) motor drives are increasingly popular in industrial applications due to rapid progress of technologies in power electronics and the growing demand for energy saving. The increasing demand of energy saving from society is the external force for the development of PMBLDC motor drives. It is however driven by a hard-switching Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) inverter, which has low switching frequency, high switching loss, high Electro-Magnetic Interference (EMI), high acoustic noise and low efficiency, etc. To solve these problems of the hard-switching inverter, many soft-switching inverters have been designed in the past. Unfortunately, high device voltage stress, large dc link voltage ripples, complex control scheme and so on are noticed in the soft-switching inverters. This study introduces a novel genetic-proportional Plus Integral (PI) controller based resonant pole inverter using transformer, which can generate dc link voltage notches during chopping which minimize the drawbacks of soft-switching. Hence all switches work in zero-voltage switching condition. The performance of the genetic-based PI controller is compared with conventional PI controller. The experimental results show that the genetic-based PI controller renders a better transient response than the conventional PI controller resulting in negligible overshoot, smaller settling time and rise time. Moreover the proposed controller provides low torque ripples and high starting torque. Both simulation and experimental results are presented to show the superiority of the proposed GA-PI controller based resonant pole inverter.
Original Article Solid state fermentation of fish feed with amylase producing bacteria

A formulated fish feed was fermented with amylase producing Bacillus cereus (Sn-1 and Sn-3) and Proteus mirabilisis -Sn-2 employing solid state fermentation (SSF) at their corresponding optimized growth conditions. SSF of the fish feed indicated significant increase and decreases in glucose and starch contents within seven days, respectively. Significant elevations also occurred in protein levels as compared to the corresponding values of non fermented control feed. The protein levels increased up to 42.27% by B. cereus-Sn-1 after 24 hours, 63.16% by P. mirabilis-Sn-2 after 168 hours and 47.47% by B. cereus-Sn-3 after 168 hours of incubations. These bacterial isolates caused the nutritional increments with 10% inocula and 70% moisture contents. The C.F. U. /g of fermented feeds paralleled, in general, the feed nutritional enrichment. These results are reminiscent to design commercial level solid state fermentation facilities for developing the aquafeed industry in this country.
Machine Learning Approach to Opinion Mining By WONG KOH SING A project to be submitted to the Department of Internet Engineering and Computer Science, Faculty of Engineering and Science, UniversitiTunku

v ACKNOWLEDGEMENT . viii APPROVAL SHEET . ix SUBMISSION OF PROJECT . x DECLARATION . xi Chapter 1: Introduction . 1 1.0 Background of study . 2 1.1 Problem statement . 3 1.2 Objectives . 5 1.3 Research Motivation . 7 1.4 Project Scope . 7 1.5 Research outline . 9 Chapter 2: Literature Review . 10 2.0 Opinion Mining . 11 2.1 Application . 12 2.2 Emotion mining . 14 2.3 Classification techniques . 15 2.3.1 Feature-based opining mining . 15 2.3.2 Sentimental classification . 16 2.3.3 comparative sentence and relation extraction . 17 2.3.4 Other mining task approaches . 18 2.4 Opinion mining process . 19 2.4. 1 Pre-Processing . 21 2.4. 2 Part-Of-Speech tagging . 22 2.4. 3 Bookstrapping . 24 2.5 Machine learning . 26 2.5. 1 Naïve Bayes. 26 2.5. 2 Support vector machine . 27 2.6 Challenge . 28 ii 2.6. 1 Noise text problem . 28 2.6. 2 Spam opinion problem . 29 2.6. 3 Idiom problem . 30 2.6. 4 Document level problem . 30 2.6. 5 Sentiment classifying problem . 31 2.6. 6 Domain specific problem . 32 2.7 Feature selection . 33 2.7. 1 Unigram . 33 2.7. 2 Bigram . 34 2.7. 3 Trigram . 34 2.7. 4 N-gram . 35 2.7. 5 Lemmas/stems . 35 2.7. 6 Negation . 36 2.8 Standard evaluation measures . 37 2.9 Summary chapter . 38 Chapter 3: Research Methodology. 39 3.0 Introduction . 40 3.1 Datasets . 40 3.1.2 Mejaj dataset HS+ . 40 3.2 Sentiment sentences labeling . 41 3.3 Baseline tools . 42 3.3.1 Python. 43 3.3.1.1 Python for tokenization process . 44 3.3.1.2 Python for stopwords process . 45 3.3.1.3 Python for feature extraction . 46 3.3.1.4 Python with bigram collocation . 47 3.3.2 R project for statistical computing . 47 3.4 Supervised learning . 48 3.5 Unit Testing . 50 3.6 Summary Chapter . 52 Chapter 4: Experiment and Result . 53
The impact of life cycle on the value-relevance of cash flows versus accrual financial information: An empirical study based on Tehran Stock Exchange

Article history: Received May 12, 2013 Received in revised format 30 June 2013 Accepted 28 July 2013 Available online July 31 2013 The purpose of this research is to determine the relationship between life cycle and cash flows of automotive and machinery industry among firms whose shares are accepted in Tehran Stock exchange. The multivariate linear regression is used and the classification is based on the applied researches. The study population consists of accepted automotive and machinery industries in Tehran Stock Exchange. According to limitation in population of study, the total population has been considered and because of the nature of this research, Eviews software is used. The results indicate that the effect of cash flows are superior to accrual financial information and by increasing of the company`s life cycle and entering to maturity and decline stages, the information of cash flows and accrual flows will reduce. © 2013 Growing Science Ltd. All rights reserved.
Multidimensional Copula Models for Parallel Development of the Us Bond Market Indices

Abstract Stock and bond markets co-movements have been studied by many researchers. The object of our investigation is the development of three U.S. investment grade corporate bond indices. We concluded that the optimal 3D as well as partial pairwise 2D models are in the Student class with 2 degrees of freedom (and thus very heavy tails) and exhibit very high values of tail dependence coefficients. Hence the considered bond indices do not represent suitable components of a well-diversified investment portfolio. On the other hand, they could make good candidates for underlying assets of derivative instruments.