Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
The Role of Quality of Work Life in Organizational Commitment in Islamic Banks

The study aims to identify the correlation and impact relationship between the quality of work life and the organizational commitment, and to show the strength of this relationship and its impact, and then provide a theoretical framework for the study variables. The practical aspect was distributed over a sample consisting of (77) persons working in Islamic banks. After the collection and processing of data using the statistical program (spss), the results showed a positive relationship between the variables of the study as well as the existence of a positive effect and accordingly, a number of recommendations were made.
Prevalence and risk factors for Pulmonary Embolism (PE) and Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) during Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (AECOPD)

Introduction: COPD patients are at high risk for PE and DVT due to immobility, inflammation, comorbidities. Prevalence of PE during AECOPD is uncertain and often under-diagnosed. Material and methods: Single-center, prospective, an observational trial of 100 hospitalized patients with AECOPD, diagnosed according to GOLD criteria, 40–75 years, stratified according to airflow limitation (I–IV), divided into subgroups (PE-diagnosed/non-PE and with known/ undetermined exacerbation etiology). Investigations: clinical risk assessment, electrocardiogram (ECG), laboratory, spirometry, gas-analysis, D-dimer (DD), chest X-ray, thoracic ultrasonography (TUS), Doppler-ultrasonography of deep-veins of lower-extremities (DULE). Patients with high DD and DVT or high DD and abnormal TUS underwent computed-tomography pulmonary-angiography (CTPA). Results: PE was diagnosed in 26 (26.0%), DVT in 5 (5.0%) of hospitalized AECOPD patients. There was a positive correlation between COPD-severity and PE. Frequencies of PE in GOLD-stages I, IV, were 0 (0.0%), 3 (11.5%), 8 (30.7%), 15 (57.7%) respectively. Patients with pleuritic chest-pain, TUS abnormality, phlebitis and high DD were more likely to develop PE. Localization was subsegmental in 9 (34.6%), in one of the main pulmonary arteries 7 (26.9%), lobar and interlobar arteries in 10 (38.5%). DD was significantly higher among patients with PE than those without (3.34 ± 1.1 μg/mL vs. 2.2 ± 0.8μg/mL, P 2.0 μg/mL (P = 0.02). There was no statistically significant difference between patients with PE and without, according to age, gender and comorbidities (P > 0.05). Immobility and obesity were significantly higher among PE patients, P = 0.032 and P < 0.0001 respectively. Conclusion: AECOPD associated with pleuritic chest pain, immobility, high DD, should be considered for PE. Chest-ultrasound, as a low-cost and safe procedure, can be a very helpful investigation.
Mapping and Estimating Weeds in Cotton Using Unmanned Aerial Systems-Borne Imagery

In recent years, Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) have emerged as an innovative technology to provide spatio-temporal information about weed species in crop fields. Such information is a critical input for any site-specific weed management program. A multi-rotor UAS (Phantom 4) equipped with an RGB sensor was used to collect imagery in three bands (Red, Green, and Blue; 0.8 cm/pixel resolution) with the objectives of (a) mapping weeds in cotton and (b) determining the relationship between image-based weed coverage and ground-based weed densities. For weed mapping, three different weed density levels (high, medium, and low) were established for a mix of different weed species, with three replications. To determine weed densities through ground truthing, five quadrats (1 m × 1 m) were laid out in each plot. The aerial imageries were preprocessed and subjected to Hough transformation to delineate cotton rows. Following the separation of inter-row vegetation from crop rows, a multi-level classification coupled with machine learning algorithms were used to distinguish intra-row weeds from cotton. Overall, accuracy levels of 89.16%, 85.83%, and 83.33% and kappa values of 0.84, 0.79, and 0.75 were achieved for detecting weed occurrence in high, medium, and low density plots, respectively. Further, ground-truthing based overall weed density values were fairly correlated (r2 = 0.80) with image-based weed coverage assessments. Among the specific weed species evaluated, Palmer amaranth (Amaranthus palmeri S. Watson) showed the highest correlation (r2 = 0.91) followed by red sprangletop (Leptochloa mucronata Michx) (r2 = 0.88). The results highlight the utility of UAS-borne RGB imagery for weed mapping and density estimation in cotton for precision weed management.
Physical defenses and herbivory vary more within plants than among plants in the tropical understory shrub Piper polytrichum

There is a growing appreciation that much of the trait variation within plant species is represented within individuals, for example, occurring among leaves within a plant. Subindividual variation is predicted to have key ecological consequences, but empirical understanding of how subindividual variation relates to species interactions, such as herbivory, is limited. We measured two physical defenses and herbivore damage on multiple leaves within individual plants of Piper polytrichum C.DC. (Piperaceae), a tropical understory shrub. We partitioned variance among- and within-plants and quantified patterns of trait and damage variation vis-à-vis leaf size and architectural position. We found that variance was considerably higher within plants than among plants for toughness (97%) and trichome density (57%), and that herbivore damage also varied most within plants (74%). Surprisingly, leaf position and size explained only small amounts of variance in traits (2.5%–16.5%) and herbivory (≤4%), indicating subindividual variability had low spatial predictability. The data suggest that individual P. polytrichum plants represent heterogeneous and spatially unpredictable landscapes of physical traits, and that interactions with herbivores are similarly variable. Our results are consistent with the hypothesis that subindividual variability defends plants against herbivores by increasing the difficulty of foraging for high-quality tissue.
Compilers used in the Stratosphere Platform for Big Data Analytics

— Big data analytics requires processing and analysis of Terabytes or even Petabytes of data. In such situations, it is important that the data processing and analysis is carried out efficiently. In the past, many query processing languages have been developed for MapReduce systems (like Hadoop, Asterix and Spark), which helps in accomplishing these complex tasks easily in a user interactive manner. The existing systems are inefficient in executing iterative programs and promoting abstraction. The Stratosphere platform provides features like data processing, a declarative query language, automatic program parallelization and optimization, support for iterative programs and a scalable and efficient execution engine. In this paper we talk about compilers in the stack organization of the Stratosphere platform with an extensive outlook on its semantically rich operator model Sopremo and Meteor, an extensible query language embedded in the Stratosphere stack. Parallelization on the Stratosphere framework is achieved through the Nephele/PACTs system, PACTs (Parallelization Contracts) being parallel data processor which works with its execution engine, Nephele.
Bankfull discharge estimation for Fishpot Creek

Abstract: Fishpot Creek has been investigated and bankfull discharge was calculated based on the collected data points obtained from 3D laser scanning of the stream. This report consists of two major parts. One is the 3D scanning and analysis the results, other part includes sampling of both bed and bank materials. In the first part, essential parameters of roughness coefficient based on Cowan’s method were calculated as well as calculating the cross-sectional area and wetted perimeter based on the profile obtained from stream channel scanning. Leica Scan Station HDS 3000 scanner was used to visualize the cross-sectional shape of the stream based on a high-density scan technology and finally applied to the manning’s equation to calculate the bankfull discharge. for sampling part both bed and bank materials were analyzed in lab, mechanical sieve test performed to investigate the gradation of bed and banks materials within the study area.
The effects of Hylocereus polyrhizus and Hylocereus undatus on physiocochemical, proteolysis, exopolysaccharides production, and therapeutic properties of yogurt / Khairul Hazmi bin Zainoldin

Yogurt is generally recognized as a healthy and multifunctional food. It is a coagulated milk product obtained from the lactic acid fermentation by the action of Lactobacillus bulgaricus and Streptococcus thermophilus. In this present studies, dragon fruit Hylocereus polyrhizus and Hylocereus undatus extract was added in milk and their effects during yogurt fermentation were investigated. The changes in pH and Titratable Acidity (TA) were measured during fermentation and after 14 days of storage at 4°C. The yogurt extracts were subsequently analysed for their syneresis, proteolysis, peptide content, total phenolic content, antioxidant activities, inhibitory activities on α-amylase and α-glucosidase, presence of exopolysaccharides (EPS) and organoleptic properties. pH values for both dragon fruits yogurt showed significant reduction while TA showed higher percentages compared to plain-yogurts during fermentation and after 14 days of storage. Syneresis in yogurt (52.93%) also has been increased (p>0.05) with the addition of H. polyrhizus (57. 19-63.16%) and H. undatus (57.76-70.32%) compared to control (52.93%). The total phenolic content (TPC) in both dragon fruits yogurt (36.44-64.43ugGAE/ml) showed a greater increase (p 0.05) from plain yogurt. Higher inhibitory activities (p<0.05) on α-amylase (17.30-52.20%), α-glucosidase (8.70-34.02%) and EPS production (214-738mg/L) in dragon fruit yogurts than in plain-yogurts were recorded (19.70%, 9.21%, and 181mg/L respectively). H. polyrhizus showed the highest score for visual appearance (7.77), aroma (5.9) and sweetness (4.22) while plain yogurt showed highest scores for body texture (6.81), sourness (7.13) and overall taste (5.45). In conclusion, the addition of H. polyrhizus and H. undatus in yogurt gave enhanced effects on physicochemical, therapeutic properties, production of EPS and organoleptic properties in yogurt.
Conway–Maxwell–Poisson Autoregressive Moving Average Model for Equidispersed, Underdispersed, and Overdispersed Count Data

In this work, we propose a dynamic regression model based on the ConwayŮMaxwell–Poisson (CMP) distribution with time‐varying conditional mean depending on covariates and lagged observations. This new class of ConwayŮMaxwell–Poisson autoregressive moving average (CMP‐ARMA) models is suitable for the analysis of time series of counts. The CMP distribution is a two‐parameter generalization of the Poisson distribution that allows the modeling of underdispersed, equidispersed, and overdispersed data. Our main contribution is to combine this dispersion flexibility with the inclusion of lagged terms to model the conditional mean response, inducing an autocorrelation structure, usually relevant in time series. We present the conditional maximum likelihood estimation, hypothesis testing inference, diagnostic analysis, and forecasting along with their asymptotic properties. In particular, we provide closed‐form expressions for the conditional score vector and conditional Fisher information matrix. We conduct a Monte Carlo experiment to evaluate the performance of the estimators in finite sample sizes. Finally, we illustrate the usefulness of the proposed model by exploring two empirical applications.
Assessment of Adherence to Antiretroviral Therapy Among Adult People Living with HIV/AIDS in North East, Ethiopia

Back ground The scale-up of anti retroviral treatment is among the greatest successes of the global Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndromes (AIDS) response to date and it is on a Fast-Track- approach. To contribute to the global and local target of HIV /AIDS response as well as to obtain full benefits of ART medication, strong adherence of ≥95% to Anti-Retroviral Therapy (ART) is needed. Methods A cross-sectional study among 352 and 20 study participants for quantitative and for in-depth interview respectively. Data was collected using semi-structured questionnaire with a face-to-face interview for quantitative and interview guide for the in-depth interview. Bivariate and Multivariable logistic analysis was applied to examine the association between the dependent and independent variables. Additionally, thematic analysis, interpretation and triangulation of the finding were done for in-depth-interview. Results A total of 352 people living with HIV/AIDS were responded to the study with 90% response rate. Of the total 352 respondents 87.2 % were adherent and the overall adherence level was found to be 95%. The study revealed factors associated to adherence to ART were marital status(AOR:4.4;95%CI:1.3-14.7), use of memory aids (AOR:6.5;95%CI:2.6-16.2) Living condition (AOR: 2.9;95%CI: 1.1-7.6), Experienced side effect (AOR: 4.6;95%CI;1.9-11.3),drug regimen (AOR: 5.5; 95%CI: 1.4-22.3) and distance in km (AOR:2.7;95% CI; 1.11-6.4). Conclusion Patient counselling, health education and health system strengthening are very important for improvement of ART drug adherence.
Haplotype Analysis of the TRB Locus by TCRB Repertoire Sequencing

Polymorphism within the T cell receptor beta variable gene (TRBV) has been implicated in autoimmune disease and immuneCrelated adverse events (IRAEs) during immunotherapy. Previous efforts to evaluate TRBV polymorphism by whole genome sequencing (WGS) have been hampered by the repetitive nature of the TCRB locus. We present a novel longCamplicon TCRB repertoire sequencing approach to evaluate TRBV polymorphism from peripheral blood, which we use to identify TRBV allele haplotypes in 81 Caucasians.
Microbiota of Fermented Beverages

This special issue collected recent developments on the microbiota of fermented beverages, from raw materials to the finished product, as well as the use of specific starter cultures. In particular, several studies investigated the occurrence and use of conventional and non-conventional yeasts in distilled alcoholic beverages, wine, and beer production, while other papers investigated probiotic and health-promoting compounds. Results indicated that the management of microbiota greatly improves the analytical, sensorial, and healthy characteristics of fermented beverages.
An Empirical Study on the Impact of New Urbanization Pilot Policy on China’s Modern Logistics Development

New urbanization is an important starting point to promote the economic take-off of our country, and modern logistics is a huge engine of current economic development. Then, can the vigorous development of new-type urbanization revitalize the endogenous power of modern logistics and bring a subtle influence on the development of modern logistics? Based on this, using the panel data of 286 prefecture-level cities in China from 2009 to 2017 as the sample, through the construction of the experimental group and the control group, the propensity score matching-difference in difference (PSM-DID) method was used to evaluate the effect of the new urbanization policy, and the robustness test was conducted through the counterfactual model. Finally, it is concluded that the implementation of the new urbanization has a clear promotion effect on the development of modern logistics, and on this basis, corresponding suggestions are put forward.
Characterization of Bioactive Glass Synthesized by Sol-Gel Process in Hot Water

Bioactive glass 70SiO2-30CaO (mol.%) was successfully synthesized by modified sol–gel in hot water without using an acid catalyst. TG-DSC analysis showed that the amorphous glass could be synthesized by sintering the sample at 700 °C for three hours. The N2 adsorption/desorption and TEM investigations highlighted that the synthetic glass had a mesoporous structure, consisting of spherical particles with sizes in the range of 11–20 nm. The specific surface area, pore volume, and average pore diameter of synthetic glass were 150.13 m2/g, 0.37 cm3/g, and 11.84 nm, respectively. Moreover, synthetic bioactive glass presented interesting bioactivity and good biocompatibility after in vitro experiments in simulated body fluid (SBF) and in cellular medium.
Conceptual model to predict Filipino teachers’ adoption of ICT-based instruction in class: using the UTAUT model

ABSTRACT For scaling up pedagogical innovation with information and communications technology (ICT), governments around the world put a concerted effort into teachers’ acceptance of ICTs and the actual use of ICTs for instruction, yet there is limited literature about the conceptual framework of teachers accepting the ICTs and their usage for instruction typically in the Asia-Pacific region. To fill such gaps in the current literature, this study aims to construct a conceptual model of teachers’ effective practice of ICT-based instruction under a mandatory context in the Philippines based on the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT) model. Through a survey conducted by 305 secondary school teachers in the Philippines, this study revealed that performance expectancy (PE), effort expectancy (EE), social influence (SI) and education policy (EP) have significant effects on teachers’ behavioural intention to use ICTs (BI) and BI, teachers’ ICTs use habit (IUH) and facilitating conditions (FCs) have positive effects on the actual use of ICTs for instruction. The study then recommends a series of actions to improve research and policy on teachers’ use of ICT-based instruction.
Autologous Adipose-Derived Stem Cells, Platelet-Rich Plasma, and Fibrin Enhance Healing of Mandibular Bone Defects in Swine

The primary aim of this study was to assess the therapeutic effects of autologous platelet-rich plasma and fibrin scaffolds combined with autologous adipose stem cells (ASCs) for critical-size defects in the pig mandible. Fibrin scaffolds supplemented with calcium hydrogen phosphate and platelet-derived growth factors were hypothesized to accelerate healing in porcine mandible bone compared to ASC-only injections and untreated controls. Three treatments included the use of autologous ASCs from liposuction with the addition of platelet-rich plasma, fibrin scaffolds, or as cell-only controls. All three treatments using ASCs were determined to increase bone mineral density and bone volume fraction compared to untreated controls. In general, the addition of both platelet-rich plasma and fibrin scaffolds to autologous ASCs from liposuction improved bone healing of critical-size defects.
On-Board Ultrasonic Water-in-Diesel Emulsion (WiDE) Fuel System for Low-Emission Diesel Engine Combustion

Water-in-diesel emulsion (WiDE) fuel is a promising alternative fuel capable of reducing nitrogen oxides (NOX) and particulate matter (PM) in diesel engine exhaust while simultaneously preserving combustion efficiency of the engine. However, the instability of WiDE fuel—and the high costs of production and transportation—hinder its commercialization and widespread use. An on-board ultrasonic WiDE fuel supply system is proposed as a solution to this challenge. This system allows diesel fuel and water to be continuously emulsified on-board a diesel vehicle. Diesel fuel and water, stored in individual reservoirs, are conveyed in specific ratios to an in-line mixing chamber and are rapidly homogenized by ultrasonic cavitation before entering the fuel injectors. The produced emulsion fuel is then supplied to the engine. A proof-of-concept study was conducted to compare exhaust emissions between emulsion fuels and conventional fuels. Open-flame combustion experiments were conducted using a lab-scale burner to test the system with both diesel and biodiesel fuels. Unique optical diagnostics and image-processing techniques were used to estimate PM emission levels. Results showed a reduction of PM with the use of the on-board WiDE system compared to traditional diesel fuels. PM emissions from biodiesel fuel were reduced by 58% when water-in-biodiesel emulsion was combusted with 2% water. Additionally, a PM emission reduction of 35% was achieved through emulsification of diesel fuel with 2% water. This prototype demonstrates the potential for the on-board WiDE fuel supply concept to both overcome the traditional barriers hindering the commercialization of WiDE fuel and preserve its low-emission and superior combustion efficiency characteristics.
Effect of withering time and chopping size on properties of pucuk merah (Syzygium oleana) herbal tea

Pucuk Merah trees (Syzygium oleana ) are ornamental plants whose leaf buds are red. These leaves contain phenol and antioxidant compounds that have potential to be processed into herbal tea. Aim of this research was to find out effect of withering time and size of chopping on the properties and antioxidant activity of pucuk merah herbal tea. The study was conducted using Factorial Randomized Block Design with two factors. Factor I was withering time (4 hours, 8 hours, 12 hours). Factor 2 was the size of chopping (not chopped, 2 cm chopped, 1 cm chopped). The results showed a significant interaction (α = 0.05) between the two factors on water content, antioxidant activity IC50, redness (a *) and color. The best treatment was obtained at 12 hours whitering time and 2 cm chopped size. The herbal tea had a water content of 2.67%, antioxidant activity of IC50 48.54 ppm, tannin content of 67.49 mg/g, flavonoid of 84.58 mg/g, total phenol of 134.37 mg / g, lightness (L* ) 36.35, redness (* a) 0.99, yellowness (b*) 10.28. Sensory evaluation indicated the product was included in the preferred category by panelist. Compared to green tea from Camelia sinensis, this pucuk merah tea has better antioxidant activity. The antioxidant content of green tea is IC50 is 66.75 ppm.
The effect of stock prices, return on assets, and firm size on dividend payout ratio: evidence from Indonesian financial service companies

This paper aims to investigate the effect of stock prices, return on assets (ROA), and firms size on dividend payout ratio (DPR). We used 5-year annualized panel data from 2014 to 2018 of 17 financial sector companies listed in the Indonesian Stock of Exchange (IDX) as sample of this study. Analysis using three regression estimations (pooled OLS, fixed effects, and random effects) showed that stock price positively affects DPR. On the other hand, both ROA and firm size has a negative effect on DPR. These result suggests that more substantial and higher profit companies prefer to retain their earnings for financing an investment as a growth opportunity than to distribute their income as a dividend. Thereby, this agrees with the pecking order theory.