Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Stock market integration and financial crises : evidence from Chinese sectoral portfolios

This paper assesses China's integration with the global stock market during crisis and non-crisis periods within a two-beta Capital Asset Pricing Model framework. We obtain timevarying global and national systematic risks for ten Chinese sectors from a state-space representation and investigate how these risks are priced within and without crisis. Crisis is modelled by, firstly, a dummy variable approach and, secondly, the Markov regime-switching technique. Consistent with the literature, the degree of integration with the global market is found to be strengthened in crises. Complete integration is, however, only evident in the recent financial crisis and then not in all sectors. In other high-volatility episodes, partial integration is more evident, suggesting the opportunity for international risk diversification into China even in crises. Particular to the Chinese context, the weak integration of some sectors that appear to show financial openness may be because public sector equity holdings leave those sectors exposed to national systematic risk through a political channel.
ATHLI16: the ATHens Lidar Intercomparison campaign

The results of the ATHLI16 (ATHens Lidar Intercomparison) campaign, held in Athens from 26/09 to 07/10 2016 are presented. The campaign was performed within the Lidar Calibration Centre activities (EU H2020 ACTRIS-2 project) to assess the performance of the EOLE lidar system (NTUA, Athens, Greece), operating within EARLINET, by comparing against the EARLINET reference lidar system MUSA (CNR-IMAA, Potenza, Italy). For both lidars only products retrieved by the EARLINET Single Calculus Chain have been compared.
Oral feeding behavior during a whole meal

Eating is an instinctive behavior and a fundamental oral function for energy intake. However, the changes in the variables involved in intake volume and time- dependent changes during a meal have yet to be sufficiently clarified. This study aimed to elucidate the changes in normal food intake behavior during a meal. We recruited 20 healthy females with normal body mass index. Food intake behavior and intake volume were recorded using a three-dimensional motion capture system and electric weighing instrument. We applied multilevel model analysis to describe fitting curves of the variables related to food intake. Correlations of these variables were also estimated. We described time-dependent statistically significant polynomial curves of variables during a meal. The mouthful weight and intake interval were not constant throughout the meal. The mouthful weight was larger at the beginning of the meal than at the end; the intake interval was the shortest at the start of a meal; it gradually increased until the 80% point. Most of the variables were statistically and strongly correlated with one another. The total intake time had a significantly high positive correlation with the number of mouthfuls, mouthful weight, intake interval, total chewing number, and mouthful chewing number; the total intake time had a significantly negative correlation with mouthful weight. We established that in the healthy subjects, food intake behavior changed according to the consumed volume and with time. A small mouthful weight leads to a large number of mouthfuls, thereby extending the mealtime. These findings may be helpful in assessing eating behaviors toward proposing a behavioral strategy to control meal durations and eating rates.
Modelling a conductive-capacitive medium using the boundary element method.

In this paper a generalized fundamental solution using the boundary element method to solve the Helmholtz equation is proposed. It is observed that the commonly used fundamental solution is only valid for good conductors since the capacitive effect of the considered medium is always neglected. By the use of the well-known Lorentz gauge condition a fundamental solution which incorporates the phase as well as the attenuation transmission coefficients is derived by the authors. Next, a model is developed using this proposed fundamental solution for modelling a coating layer of a buried pipeline. Subsequently, a model of a buried coated pipeline in close proximity to a high voltage power line is developed and numerically implemented. Finally, the model is used to simulate two configurations in order the verify the proposed general fundamental solution of the boundary element method for electromagnetic field problems. Hereby, its validity is proven and it is shown that the generalized solution and related model can be used for industrial applications.
State of Australian Cities Conference 2015 Creating a Centre for the Centre-less City : The Case of the Gold Coast

Most cities in the world have a central business district (CBD) developed organically but there are some exceptions. The city of Gold Coast is distinctive in the Australian landscape for not having a traditional city centre. What makes it unique, however, is the council’s attempt to create a new centre, through the Southport Priority Development Area (PDA) project, for an already established city of half a million people in order to enhance and diversify the economy of the region as well as to provide the city with an official CBD. This paper examines this unusual case in order to determine how successful a newly created CBD can be and what factors are important in its planning. To do so the paper first identifies characteristics of vibrant and successful CBDs and then evaluates the Southport PDA project against these characteristics using data collected through stakeholder interviews, resident and business surveys and archival research. The findings suggest that while Southport at present has some basis for its claim to be the Gold Coast’s CBD and its case may further be strengthened as a result of the investments and developments attracted by the PDA project, the unique history and structure of the Gold Coast results in the spread of some of the activities traditionally found in city centres to other areas of the city.
Investigation of Energy Storage Systems, Its Advantage and Requirement in Various Locations in Australia

Storage minimizes the intermittent nature of renewable sources. Solar and wind are the two fostered source of renewable energy. However, the availability of useful solar radiation and wind speed varies with geographical locations, and also the duration of this energy sources varies with seasonal variation. With the available vast open land and geographical position, Australia has great potential for both solar and wind energies. However, both these sources require energy buffering to support load demand to ensure required power quality. Electricity demand is increasing gradually, and also Australia has target to achieve 20% electricity from renewable sources by 2020. For effective utilization of solar and wind energy potential location of these sources needs to be identified, and effective size of storage needs to be estimated for best utilization according to the load demand. Therefore this paper investigated wind speed and solar radiation data of 210 locations in Australia, identified the potential locations, and estimated required storage in various potential locations to support residential load demand. Advantages of storage were analyzed in terms of loading on distribution transformer and storage support during energy fluctuation from renewable energy. Further analysis showed that storage greatly reduces greenhouse gas emission and reduces overall cost of energy by maximizing the use of solar and wind energies.
The Mixed Phase of Charged AdS Black Holes

We study the mixed phase of charged AdS black hole and radiation when the total energy is fixed below the threshold to produce a stable charged black hole branch. The coexistence conditions for the charged AdS black hole and radiation are derived for the generic case when radiation particles carry charge. The phase diagram of the mixed phase is demonstrated for both fixed potential and charge ensemble. In the dual gauge picture, they correspond to the mixed phase of quark-gluon plasma (QGP) and hadron gas in the fixed chemical potential and density ensemble, respectively. In the nuclei and heavy-ion collisions at intermediate energies, the mixed phase of exotic QGP and hadron gas could be produced. The mixed phase will condense and evaporate into the hadron gas as the fireball expands.
Körperliche Gesundheit und Altersmedizin

Die 83jährige Frau M. leidet an einer leichtgradigen Alzheimer-Krankheit, lebt jedoch alleine und weitgehend selbstständig ohne Hilfsmittel mobil in der eigenen Häuslichkeit. Vorbekannt sind ein Bluthochdruck, eine Herzinsuffizienz sowie eine Zuckerkrankheit. Es besteht der Pflegerad 2. Frau M. wird durch ihren Hausarzt in den Sommermonaten wegen Bauchschmerzen, erstmals aufgefallener nächtlicher Unruhe und wiederholten Stürzen in die Notaufnahme eines Kreiskrankenhauses eingewiesen. Zusätzlich bestehen subfebrile Temperaturen (37,8 °C) und Atemnot bei Belastung. Bei der Aufnahme zeigt sich eine dehydrierte und obstipierte Patientin mit einer Hüftprellung links, weder klinisch noch radiologisch zeigen sich initial Hinweise auf eine Fraktur oder Lungenentzündung. Die Aufnahme der Patientin erfolgt in der Geriatrischen Abteilung des Hauses. Einen Hüftprotektor-Gürtel möchte die Patientin nicht tragen, da sie dieser bei bestehender Dranginkontinenz stört und die Patientin Sorge hat, nicht rechtzeitig die Toilette zu erreichen. Im Labor zeigen sich dann massiv erhöhte Entzündungswerte, die Patientin verschlechtert sich in den Tagen nach der Aufnahme zunehmend, klagt auch in Ruhe über Atemnot. Im Röntgen-Thorax zeigt sich ein pneumonisches Infiltrat. Es wird die Diagnose einer Lungenentzündung gestellt und die Patientin erhält Antibiotika. Drei Tage nach der Aufnahme stürzt die jetzt zunehmend unkooperative und delirante Patientin aus dem Bett, wobei sie sich eine Schenkelhalsfraktur rechts zuzieht. Zur operativen Versorgung wird Fr. M. dann in die Chirurgische Abteilung des Kreiskrankenhauses verlegt. Hier ist die Patientin weiterhin unruhig, aber auch erstmals aggressiv und auch nur noch schwer mobilisierbar. Fr. M. wird daher in die Psychiatrische Abteilung des Hauses weiterverlegt und dort auf einer geschützten gerontopsychiatrischen Station aufgenommen. Die bestehende Unruhe verschlechtert sich durch den Umgebungswechsel erneut. Nach Abklingen des Delirs und Stabilisierung des Gesamtzustandes wird Frau M. nach dreiwöchiger Behandlung rollatorpflichtig auf eigenen Wunsch und in Absprache mit der vorsorgebevollmächtigten Tochter in ein offenes Seniorenheim verlegt. Bei der Begutachtung durch den Medizinischen Dienst der Krankenversicherung (MDK) wird der Pflegegrad 3 gewährt. Die Zahl der Medikamente wurde im Verlauf der Behandlung bis zur Entlassung von neun auf sechs reduziert.
Development of a Lightweight Low-Carbon Footprint Concrete Containing Recycled Waste Materials

Use of any recycled material helps to maintain a greener environment by keeping waste materials out of the landfills. Recycling practices also can decrease the environmental and economical impact of manufacturing the materials from virgin resources, which reduces the overall carbon footprint of industrial materials and processes. This study examined the use of waste materials such as crushed glass, ground tire rubber, and recycled aggregate in concrete. Compressive strength and elastic modulus were the primary parameters of interest. Results demonstrated that ground tire rubber introduced significant amounts of air into the mix and adversely affected the strength. The introduction of a defoamer was able to successfully remove part of the excess air from the mix, but the proportional strength improvements were not noted implying that air left in the defoamed mixture had undesirable characteristics. Freeze-thaw tests were next performed to understand the nature of air in the defoamed mixtures, and results demonstrated that this air is not helpful in resisting freeze-thaw resistance either. Overall, while lightweight, low-carbon footprint concrete materials seem possible from recycled materials, significant further optimization remains possible.
Analysis of groundwater flow and stream depletion in L-shaped fluvial aquifers

Abstract. Understanding the head distribution in aquifers is crucial for the evaluation of groundwater resources. This article develops a model for describing flow induced by pumping in an L-shaped fluvial aquifer bounded by impermeable bedrocks and two nearly fully penetrating streams. A similar scenario for numerical studies was reported in Kihm et al. (2007). The water level of the streams is assumed to be linearly varying with distance. The aquifer is divided into two subregions and the continuity conditions of the hydraulic head and flux are imposed at the interface of the subregions. The steady-state solution describing the head distribution for the model without pumping is first developed by the method of separation of variables. The transient solution for the head distribution induced by pumping is then derived based on the steady-state solution as initial condition and the methods of finite Fourier transform and Laplace transform. Moreover, the solution for stream depletion rate (SDR) from each of the two streams is also developed based on the head solution and Darcy's law. Both head and SDR solutions in the real time domain are obtained by a numerical inversion scheme called the Stehfest algorithm. The software MODFLOW is chosen to compare with the proposed head solution for the L-shaped aquifer. The steady-state and transient head distributions within the L-shaped aquifer predicted by the present solution are compared with the numerical simulations and measurement data presented in Kihm et al. (2007).
Fifty years of partial harvesting in a mixed mesophytic forest: composition and productivity

Long-term silvicultural trials contribute to sustainable forest management by providing a better scientific understanding of how forest ecosystems respond to periodic timber harvesting. In this study, species composition, diversity, and net periodic growth of tree species in a mixed mesophytic forest in the central Appalachians were evaluated after about a half century of management. Three partial cutting practices on 18 research compartments and on 3 unmanaged reference compartments were evaluated (1951-2001) on 280 ha. Single-tree selection, diameter-limit harvesting, and timber harvesting in 0.162-ha patches were assessed on three northern red oak site indexso (SI) classes: 24, 21, and 18. Shannon-Weiner's diversity index (H') declined from the first (1951-1959) to last (1987- 2001) measurements and was related to both SI (P = 0.004) and treatment (P = 0.009). Sugar maple (Acer saccharum Marsh.) and red maple (Acer rubrum L.) were the two most abundant species in recent years (1987-2001& in contrast, in initial inventories (1951-1959), northern red oak (Quercus rubra L.) and chestnut oak (Quercus prinus L.) were most abundant. Net periodic annual increment (PAI) of merchantable trees (DBH 112.7 cm) was related to both SI (P = 0.004) and treatment (P = 0.003). Mean PA1 ranged from 4.6 m3.ha-'. year-' for single-tree selection to 2.5 m3.ha-'. year-' for unmanaged reference areas across all SI classes. The decline of oak species suggests that only intensive and specific forest management focused on maintaining oak species can obtain historical levels of diversity.
Relationship between Attachment Styles and Spiritual Intelligence and Marital Satisfaction in Married Female Teachers

Background and purpose: This study aimed to investigate the relationship between attachment styles and spiritual intelligence and marital satisfaction in married female teachers in government primary schools in Khorramabad, Iran. Materials and methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was performed in all married female teachers in primary schools in 2014. Stratified random sampling was used and 260 individuals were selected. Data was collected using the Adult Attachment Scale, Spiritual Intelligence Self Report Inventory, and Marital Satisfaction Scale. Data analyses were done in SPSS V. 20 using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results: Positive correlations were found between spiritual intelligence and marital satisfaction and secure attachment and marital satisfaction (P= 0.001). According to regression analysis, attachment styles and spiritual intelligence explained 40% and 45% of the variance in satisfaction, respectively. Conclusion: This study indicates the need for improving marital satisfaction in teachers considering their attachment styles and spiritual intelligence.
Variability among groups of nursing students’ utilization of a technological learning tool for clinical skills training: An observational study

Background and objective: The use of technology has become the norm in nursing education. While technology has opened up for more flexible, active, student-focused teaching methods, its introduction has also brought challenges regarding its use and implementation. Recent literature has concentrated on how to best implement technology, but little attention has focused on observing student practices during technology use. Therefore, it is unknown how to optimize technology use within clinical skills training. The objective of this study was to investigate how groups of nursing students utilize a technology-based learning tool. Methods: An observational study with an exploratory design was implemented using video recordings as the data material. Results: The results indicated a high level of variability in nursing students’ performance and ability to utilize a technological tool while working in groups. The variability during clinical skills training was associated with four factors: level of competence, motivation to learn, role clarification, and collaborative problem-solving skills. Conclusions: The results of the study indicated variability in groups of nursing students’ ability to employ a technological tool during a selected procedure—namely, wound care and dressing. These findings suggest that a set of implications for faculty members should be developed. Specifically, staff and students should be prepared prior to using technology by focusing on group dynamics, group composition, development of collaborative problem-solving skills, and role modeling.
Aalborg Universitet Effect of dynamic level in drumming

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Leadership : Lessons from a Cross National Analysis

This paper argues that few accounts of place leadership have found an appropriate balance between structural and individual processes, resulting, on the one hand, in an over-emphasis on the actions of a limited number of charismatic leaders, and, on the other, structural analyses blind to the decisions and actions of individuals and groups. This paper attempts to offer a more balanced perspective through the examination of leadership in two, contrasting, sets of circumstances. It uses the differing economic, political, administrative and social structures evident in Finland and South Australia to better understand the ways in which structural conditions encourage, or limit, place leadership.
Comparison of Microwave with Conventional Heating on Phytochemical Compounds of Cornelian Cherry (Cornus mas L.) Concentrate

In this study the effects of concentration on tannin content, total anthocyanin content, total phenol content and antioxidant activity of cornelian cherry juice using conventional and microwave methods under various operational pressures (100, 38.5 and 12 kPa) were investigated. The final juice concentration of 42° Brix was achieved in 137, 125, and 93 minutes at 100, 38.5 and 12 kPa, respectively, by conventional heating. Applying microwave energy decreased required times to 115, 90, and 75 min. at 100, 38.5 and 12 kPa, respectively. Results showed that thermal treatment by microwave compared to conventional heating under low-pressure operation (12 kPa) caused less decrease in the phytochemical content (tannin content, total anthocyanin content, total phenol content and antioxidant activity) of cornelian cherry juice.
Metabolizable energy requirement for starting barrow pigs (15 to 30 kg) fed on the ideal protein concept based diets

The objective of this study was to determine the metabolizable energy (ME) requirement f or s tarting barrow pigs. Forty-three animals, selected for their high lean ga in, were allotted in a completely randomized b lock design, divided in four treatments with five blocks and two an imals in each experimental unit. The diet i n Treatment 1 consisted of 3,264 kcal of ME/kg containing 0.96% of digestible lysine, 0.55% of digestible me th ion in e+cystine, 0.60% of digestible threonine, and 0.188% of digestible tryptophan reaching the ideal protein pattern. The diets in Treatments 2, 3, and 4 were similar to the diet in Treatment 1; nevertheless, the levels of ME in Treatments 2, 3, and 4 were 2, 4, and 6% higher than those in Treatment 1. The lysine:ME ratio, was mantained the same (2.82 g) in all treatments. The daily feed intake (DFI) and the feed:gain ratio (F:G) were not affected by the levels of ME. There was a linear increase of daily weight gain (DWG) and of daily energy intake (DEI). Later, a linear reduction in carcass protein percentage (CPP) and a linear increase of fat content and daily fat accretion (DFA) occurred. Results suggested that the required ME was of 3,264 kcal/kg or less for improved barrows (15 to 30 kg), of the dam line, fed with diets containing 0.96% of digestible lysine, formulated according to the ideal protein concept.
The Appeals Process: An Empirical Assessment

The appeals process - whereby the losing party of an administrative or judicial decision can seek reconsideration of their arguments before a higher institution - is an important mechanism to correct legal errors and to improve existing laws and regulations. We use data of 467 firm groups that participated in 88 cartels convicted by the European Commission between 2000 and 2012 to study both the characteristics of firm groups filing an appeal and the factors that determine their successfulness in terms of fine reduction. Applying discrete choice models and a two-stage hurdle model, we find that while some characteristics - such as the size and financial condition of the firm group or the clarity of fine guidelines - only affect the probability to file an appeal, other factors such as the size of the fine imposed in connection to characteristics as ringleader, repeat offender or leniency applicant influence both the probability and the success of an appeal. We take our empirical results to derive conclusions for both firms and public policy makers.