Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Bariatric Biosociality: Pushed Together, Pulled Apart

This article explores the postoperative experiences of weight loss surgery patients. More specifically, it investigates why bariatric patients seek out and form connection to similarly situated others in online and in-person support forums. Based on a thematic analysis of 30 semi-structured interviews with individuals who have had bariatric surgery, it is argued that the experience of having been medically classified as obese or severely obese, a long history of failed dieting attempts, fears of future morbidity and mortality, and then undergoing bariatric surgery serve as an axis around which some individuals interact, create identity, and form community. The perceived lack of postoperative support from home bariatric clinics, inadequate provider knowledge about the particularities of bariatric bodies, and the fact that patients must “work with” their surgeries to avoid postoperative adverse events are additional drivers for the formation of such bariatric kinship. It is argued that Paul Rabinow’s concept of “biosociality” provides a helpful theoretical frame for understanding these processes. However, just as the aforementioned factors push bariatric patients together, tensions around the type of bariatric procedure undergone, the amount of weight loss, and economic access to reconstructive plastic surgery cause conflict, leading to the formation of subgroups within bariatric communities. It is argued that, ultimately, bariatric biosocialities are spaces in which bariatric patients collectively work to achieve normative health and aesthetic standards. However, these spaces also reflect highly complex, sometimes divergent and conflictual, and often ambivalent frameworks of understanding and experience.
Faktor Penentu Cost Of Equity di Industri Properti dan Real Estate

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menentukan faktor-faktor yang menentukan cost of equity di industri properti dan real estate. Metode penelitian yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah deskriptif dan verifikatif. Sumber data diperoleh dari data sekunder yang dipublish. Data yang digunakan merupakan data panel yang diperoleh dari 14 perusahaan properti dan real etate selama kurun waktu 3 tahun. Teknik analisis menggunakan regresi berganda dan koefisien determinasi. Untuk menguji faktor-faktor yang mempengaruhi cost of equity menggunakan uji t dan uji F. Hasil penelitian menyatakan bahwa faktor-faktor yang mempengaruhi cost of equity adalah firm siza dan disclousure, sedangkan asymmetric information bukan faktor yang mempengaruhi cost of equity. Namun jika dilakukan secara simultan asymmetric information, firm siza dan disclousure merupakan faktor yang berpengaruh terhadap cost of equity.
The Business Model of Social Banks

Based on an extensive literature review, this paper proposes to define social banks (SBs) as social enterprises that run banking activities with the social mission of supplying credit to other social enterprises, which are typically less profitable than for-profit businesses. This definition marks our starting point for developing a theoretical framework to explain how SBs survive without subsidies in the banking market. We build on a two-pillar business model of value-based financial intermediation, which comprises an ownership structure that limits residual ownership claims and preferential credit conditions associated with financial sacrifices from motivated depositors. We also clarify the link between SBs and stakeholder banks and weigh up the importance of market interest rates for facilitating the business of SBs. An empirical analysis based on panel regressions on 5,400 European banks over the 1998-2013 period attests to the relevance of our theoretical framework. It also confirms that a low interest rate environment raises concerns about the sustainability of the SB business model.
Nanoscale Al2O3 coating to stabilize selenium cathode for sodium–selenium batteries

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The Beast of Beauty: Environmental and Health Concerns of Toxic Components in Cosmetics

Cosmetic products are used in large quantities across the world. An increasing number of chemical compounds are being added to the formulation of cosmetic products as additives, fragrances, preservatives, stabilizers, surfactants, dye and shine to potentiate their quality, property and shelf life. Owing to their widespread use, active residues of cosmetic products are continuously introduced into the environment in several ways. Many of these chemicals are bioactive and are characterized by potential bioaccumulation ability and environmental persistence, thus exerting a major risk to humans and the health of ecosystems. Hence, the indiscriminate consumption of cosmetics may present a looming issue with significant adverse impacts on public health. This review intends to spotlight a current overview of toxic ingredients used in formulating cosmetics such as parabens, triclosan, benzalkonium chloride, 1,4-dioxane, plastic microbeads, formaldehyde, diazolidinyl urea, imidazolidinyl urea, sunscreen elements (organic and inorganic UV filters) and trace metals. Specific focus is given to illustrate the biological risks of these substances on human health and aquatic system in terms of genotoxicity, cytotoxicity, neurotoxicity mutagenicity, and estrogenicity. In addition to conclusive remarks, future directions are also suggested.
Fibre based bioplastic film from Morus sp. (mulberry) leaves for medical purpose

New trend was shown the application of biodegradable plastic was used in the medicinal field especially as a template for the 3rd and 4th degree of burning is extensively studied. Currently, a bioplastic in medicinal applications for burning treatment comes from various materials based on fossil oil and synthetic chemical. Morus sp. among abundant plant and normally used for skin and inflammation treatment in traditional practices. The aim of this research is to synthesis bioplastic by using Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) incorporates with Morus sp. leaves as the alternative of the skin template for a burning patient. With the phytochemical in the leaves such as phenolic, flavonoid and high content of antioxidant, hopefully, it will able to enhance the cell growth on the burning site without any contamination from the bacteria. 2 g Morus sp. leaves was blend with different concentration of the PVA (20%, 40%, 60%, 80%, and 100%) to produce plastic films. This mixture was stirred under constant magnetic stirring at 95°C for 1 hour. The mixtures are then pouring into a glass petri dish and dried in an oven at 50°C for 24 hours. The characterization of bioplastic is based on an antimicrobial test, tensile test, microstructure analysis using SEM and chemical composition analysed using FTIR. According to the results, a bioplastic made up from mixes Morus sp. leaves with 80% PVA has the best mechanical and antimicrobial properties. Therefore, the result showed a possible application of the film as an alternative for the medical purpose.
Pacto pela Saúde: efeito do tempo na eficácia da gestão municipal

This study evaluated the impact of the time a Brazilian local government stays as member of the program “Pacto pela Saude” (Pact for Health) – by signing a Management Agreement –, and its efficiency to provide primary health care for the population. The research observed the period from 2008 to 2012. The program was an initiative of the Federal Government operated by municipalities through the Management Agreement and aimed to improve healthcare policy management adopting a results-based managerial approach. The program was in place between 2006 and 2012 and was operated by 4,587 local governments (80 percent of the Brazilian municipalities). The research question guiding the study was ‘What was the effect of the time of a local government in the program (in years) on the efficiency of health care delivery to local populations? A quasi-experimental research design was adopted, estimating a dose-response model with generalized propensity score. An efficiency indicator of the primary care policy (IDEAB) was estimated via principal component analysis, based on the targets recommended by the program. The results of the dose-response model showed that the number of years in the Management Agreement had a positive and statistically significant impact on the efficiency of health care delivery in participating municipalities. For each additional year in the agreement, IDEAB increased by an average of 0.011 to 0.019 units. Therefore, the results suggest that establishing targets are important for the governance of the Brazilian health care policy.
Neuroanatomy, Thalamic Nuclei

The thalamus serves as the main relay station for the brain. Motor pathways, limbic pathways, and sensory pathways besides olfaction all pass through this central structure. The thalamus can divide into approximately 60 regions called nuclei. [1] Each nucleus has unique pathways as inputs and various projections as outputs, most of which send information to the cerebral cortex.
Enhanced XRF Methods for Investigating the Erosion-Resistant Functional Coatings

The development of erosion-resistant functional materials usable as plasma facing first wall components (PFC) is crucial for increasing the lifetime of future fusion reactors. Generally, PFCs have to be quality checked and characterized regarding their composition, before integrating them into the fusion reactor vessel. Enhanced X-ray fluorescence (XRF) methods represent an effective alternative to conventional analysis methods for the characterization of refractive metallic coatings on large areas of fusion materials. We have developed and applied XRF methods as fast and robust methods for the characterization of the thickness and composition uniformity of complex functional coatings. These coatings consist of tungsten included in multilayer configuration and deposited on low or high Z substrates. We have further developed customized calibration protocols for quantifying the element composition and layer thickness of each investigated sample. The calibration protocols are based on a combination of standard samples measurements, Monte Carlo simulations, and fundamental parameter theoretical calculations. The calibrated results are discussed considering a selection of relevant PFC samples. The deposition uniformity was successfully investigated for different PFC-relevant tiles and lamella shaped samples with W layers below and over the W L-line saturation thickness. Also, the 2D thickness mapping capability of the XRF method was demonstrated by studying the plasma post-erosion pattern.
Critical Factors of Emotional Intelligence and Its Effect on Leadership Qualities at Workplace: A Success Mantra for Effective Leaders

Full text of this paper can be downloaded online at www.ijssm. org/ & http://nepjol.info/index.php/IJSSM/issue/archive 12 Critical Factors of Emotional Intelligence and Its Effect on Leadership Qualities at Workplace: A Success Mantra for Effective Leaders J. Shanmuganathan, A.S. SathishKumar, S. Thiriveni Sripriya GITAM School of Business, GITAM Deemed to be University, Bengaluru Campus, Karnataka, India, email: jeysh_423@yahoo.com, Mobile: 9597956656 Knowledge Business School, Salem, Tamilnadu, India, email: sathishgok98@gmail.com, Mobile: 9791838508. Jansons School of Business, Coimbatore, Tamilnadu, India, email: sripriya_423@yahoo.com, Mobile: 9585839790.
Effectiveness of a multiple intervention programme for the prevention of falls in older adults persons from a University of the Third Age

Abstract Objective: To evaluate the effectiveness of a multiple intervention programme for the prevention of falls in older adults from a University of the Third Age (U3A). Method: A quasi-experimental, non-controlled, longitudinal and quantitative study was performed. 69 older adults were allocated into three groups: Control (CG), Physical Exercise (PEG) and Multiple Intervention (MIG). The instruments/tests used were: sociodemographic questionnaire, Geriatric Depression Scale (15-items), Mini-Mental State Examination, Timed-Up and Go (TUG), Sit-to-Stand and Hand-Grip Strength, Falls Efficacy Scale-International and Falls Risk Awareness Questionnaire (FRAQ). The PEG and MIG groups underwent physical training (walking, muscular resistance, and balance) for 16 weeks (2x/week, 60 min/session). In the same period, the MIG also participated in educational sessions (1x/week, 60min/session). Covariance analysis was used for group comparisons. The effect size of the interventions was also calculated. The level of significance was set at p<0.05. Results: 51 older adults (67±6.2 years and 76.3% women), of whom 15 were in the CG, 20 in the PEG and 16 in the MIG, concluded the study. TUG time in both intervention groups was reduced, but FRAQ score improved in the MIG only. Both interventions had a small effect on TUG time, while multiple intervention had a large effect on FRAQ. Conclusion: Multiple intervention brought additional benefits to the older adults from this U3A. In addition to improving balance, the older adults who underwent the multiple intervention increased their knowledge about risk factors for falls.
Gynecomastia in a Young Male

A male patient, aged about 23 years, reported to the Outpatients department of Glocal Hospital, Krishnanagore, India, in April 2016. He stated that he has noticed that his breasts are enlarging (Left more than the right) for the past several months. He informed that he was not taking any drug. At times he gets pain in the enlarged breasts. Gynecomastia (Figure 1) is not uncommon in males. During puberty,
Experimental and Numerical Study on Water Filling and Air Expelling Process in a Pipe with Multiple Air Valves under Water Slow Filling Condition

This paper investigates the physical processes involved in the water filling and air expelling process of a pipe with multiple air valves under water slow filling condition, and develops a fully coupledwater–air two-phase stratified numerical model for simulating the process. In this model, the Saint-Venant equations and the Vertical Average Navier–Stokes equations (VANS) are respectively applied to describe the water and air in pipe, and the air valve model is introduced into the VANS equations of air as the source term. The finite-volume method and implicit dual time-stepping method (IDTS) with two-order accuracy are simultaneously used to solve this numerical model to realize the full coupling between water and air movement. Then, the model is validated by using the experimental data of the pressure evolution in pipe and the air velocity evolution of air valves, which respectively characterize the water filling and air expelling process. The results show that the model performs well in capturing the physical processes, and a reasonable agreement is obtained between numerical and experimental results. This agreement demonstrates that the proposed model in this paper offers a practical method for simulating water filling and air expelling process in a pipe with multiple air valves under water slow filling condition.
Accurate Prediction of Streamflow Using Long Short-Term Memory Network: A Case Study in the Brazos River Basin in Texas

Accurate prediction of streamflow plays a pivotal role for effective reservoir system operations. Specifically, streamflow forecasting provides valuable information for reservoir operators to make critical decisions on water release amount to maximize reservoir storage benefits considering tradeoffs among flood control, municipal water supply, irrigation, hydropower etc. This task, however, has posed daunting challenges due to the complex mechanisms of the physical-based processes as well as the influence of uncontrollable factors. Hence, developing a robust mathematically driven model in tandem with the supervision of proficient hydrologists for validation purposes to ensure an accurate forecasting of discharge flows could be of paramount importance. To this end, a deep learning framework using a variation of recurrent neural networks called Long Short-term Memory (LSTM) network, for an accurate prediction of streamflow is presented and evaluated without losing any generality for a watershed outlet at the United States Geological Survey (USGS) gauge station neighboring Hempstead within the poorly-gauged region of Brazos basin in Texas with temporal coverage of 2007-2010. In this work, the antecedent precipitation observations and the climate variability indices have been utilized as the potential predictors. Our model is, however, scalable and transferable to be deployed across variant basins with various drainage areas. We, herein, assessed the performance of our predictive model via the Pearson correlation (  ) and the Nash–Sutcliffe model efficiency (NSE) coefficients between the predicted and observed streamflow, achieving  and NSE of 0.9542 and 0.8859, respectively.
Factors influencing knowledge transfer among internship students using Facebook

Keeping in contact with and sharing knowledge ubiquitously among peer students and teachers during professional internship are utmost important in supporting students both cognitively and affectively to overcome difficulties in their new workplaces. This paper examines the potential factors and its relative impact on influencing the effectiveness of using Facebook as a knowledge - sharing tool during students’ professional education. A case study was implemented to study a group of university students’ perspectives on using Facebook in their internship. The findings are presented in 4 dimensions, ranging from Human, Policy, Technology, and Knowledge aspects as the theoretical framework with 17 potential factors identified. Among the findings, Social Tie got the highest impact in Human aspects as Facebook could create a peer support network among students. Scaffolding reflections has the highest impact among Policy factors because guidance can assist students to formulate content for their reflective journals. Facebook’s News Feed function has been recognized as the highest influence among Technology factors because this function enables students to be updated instantly and frequently on the latest development within the internship activities. Explicit knowledge transfer reached the highest impact among Knowledge factors as students can apply Information Management related model into their working situations. All in all, the findings of the study also proved that factors from the literature are applicable to the professional experience internship context. This study provides insights for universities to better utilize Facebook to support knowledge transfer in students’ internships. The theoretical framework used in this study may serve as a basis for further research on the use of Facebook for knowledge transfer.
Elderly monitoring system in a smart city environment using LoRa and MQTT

With the rapid surge of M-Health and smart city systems, the need to accommodate sensors and actuators to achieve effective automation turns out to be imposed, for an efficient machine-to-machine communication to be maintained. In this regard, the key elements necessary for a successful M-Health system to take place are discovered to be the power consumption and interoperability maintaining factors. In this context, the present study is conducted to devise a special elderly tracking and monitoring system, closely connected to a walking stick device. The proposed design involves a cane cased transmitter node, enabling to send data related to the position and the state of the elderly to a base station, through implementation of the LoRa technology. The latter would then apply the message queuing telemetry transport (MQTT) protocol to interact with the environment once a fall proves to take place. For the purpose of evaluating the advanced design associated coverage range and power consumption rate, as enhanced via LoRa network, several experimental tests have been administered. The achieved results appear to reveal that the suggested architecture recorded average covered area turns out to be of the rate of 6 km 2 .
Scientific Publication Map of Journals Published in the Field of Educational Sciences in Turkey: An Analysis Impact Factors of Journals

In this study, it is aimed to determine the reference analysis of scientific journal published in educational sciences field in Turkey and their impact factors. In accordance with this purpose, a detailed reference analysis was made on 7681 articles published in 32 peer- reviewed scientific journal between 2005-2014 and then impact factor of each journal was determined. While deciding the journals to be used as data source in the study, the criteria was that contents and names of journals should have the words ‘education’, ‘instruction’, ‘educational sciences’, ‘teacher education’, and ‘teacher training’. A code number was given to each data of 7681 articles and 15052 references which was taken within the scope of the study and data removing and correction procedures were followed. Before bibliometric and impact factor analysis, descriptive analysis were conducted to measure frequencies (f) and percent (%) values of the articles by years and journals and impact factor coefficient was used to assess the impact factors. The first three journals that are most referred in the articles which were investigated within the scope of the study are: (i) Hacettepe University Journal of Education, (ii) Educational Sciences: Theory & Practice (iii) Ankara University Journal of Faculty of Educational Sciences. When the year 2014 impact factor coefficients of the journals in the study were investigated, the highest impact factor coefficients were seen in (i) Educational Sciences: Theory & Practice, (ii) Educational Administration: Theory & Practice and (iii) The Journal of Theoretical Educational Science.
Risk Factors for Delayed Hyperthyrotropinemia in Late Preterm Infants

Purpose: This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of delayed thyroid dysfunc­ tion based on iodine disinfectant use and to analyze associated risk factors. Methods: A retrospective study was conducted on late preterm infants admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit between January 2010 and June 2018, who under­ went neonatal thyroid screening (NTS) and ≥2 thyroid function tests (TFTs). NTS was performed 3 days after birth, with at least two TFTs 1 week and 2 to 4 weeks after birth. To distinguish between normal and dysfunctional thyroid levels, we reviewed TFT results at 2 to 4 weeks and examined possible risk factors for the development of thyroid dysfunction. Results: Of 295 late preterm infants, 262 were enrolled with a mean gestational age and birth weight of 34.8±0.7 weeks and 2,170±454 g, respectively. A total of 7.6% de­ veloped hyperthyrotropinemia at the age of 24.3±14.6 days (range, 12 to 69). The in­ cidence of hyperthyrotropinemia during iodine use was approximately 12.6%, while that during discontinuation was 2.4% (P=0.002). Multivariate analysis revealed that small for gestational age (SGA), iodine disinfectant use, and abnormal NTS results were significant risk factors for delayed hyperthyrotropinemia (adjusted odds ratio [AOR]: 4.27, P=0.008; AOR: 8.24, P=0.003; and AOR: 7.80, P=0.002, respectively). Conclusion: Delayed hyperthyrotropinemia was prevalent in late preterm infants exposed to topical iodine and those identified as being SGA. Secondary TFTs should be considered 2 to 4 weeks after birth for this population at risk.