Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Accurate Extraction of the Trap Depth from RTS Noise Data by Including Poly Depletion Effect and Surface Potential Variation in MOSFETs

Summary Accurate extraction of the trap position in the oxide in deep- submicron MOSFET by RTN measurement has been investigated both theoretically and experimentally. The conventional equation based on the ratio of emission time and capture time ignores two effects, that is, the poly gate depletion effect and surface potential variation in strong inversion regime. In this paper, by including both of the two effects, we have derived a new equation which gives us more accurate information of the trap depth from the interface and the trap energy. With experimental result, we compare the trap depth obtained from the new equation and that of the conventional method.
FINANCIAL ANALYSIS AS A STRATEGIC TOOL: THE CASE OF SMES IN THE REPUBLIC OF KOSOVA

This paper examines the use of financial analysis as a strategic tool in SMEs. Empirical data are collected from 303 SMEs in the Republic of Kosova, operating in production, trade and service sectors. The aim of this study is to assess the extent to which the business financial analysis is employed in the sampled enterprises and to determine whether there are differences in the usage of it, within small and medium-sized enterprises and sectors. The results show that Kosovan SMEs greatly use financial analysis as a strategic tool. Moreover, significant differences are found between small and medium-sized enterprises regarding its usage and no significant differences among production, trade and service sectors. This paper contributes to the existing scientific literature, especially in the strategic management field. Additionally, this paper will likely contribute to decision makers’ increased use of business financial analysis as a strategic tool in their enterprises.
Change in fluconazole susceptibility patterns and genetic relationship among oral Candida albicans isolates

Objective:To assess the genetic homogeneity or heterogeneity within each set of Candida albicans isolates colonizing/infecting the oral cavities of HIV-infected patients undergoing azole therapy when changes in susceptibility to fluconazole were detected. Design:Fourteen HIV-positive patients suffering recurrent episodes of oral candidosis were prospectively followed from the first episode to the isolation of strains with decreased susceptibility to fluconazole. The strains of C. albicans isolated either from episodes or controls throughout the prospective study were analysed. Methods:Electrophoretic karyotyping and hybridization with the repeated sequence probe 27A were used to delineate sequential isolates. In vitro susceptibility tests to fluconazole and ketoconazole were also performed. The results obtained by DNA fingerprinting with the probe combined with computer-assisted analysis were used to assess the genetic relationships amongst the strains. In addition, comparison with the genetic relatedness of a group of geographically unrelated strains was made. Results:Isogenic populations of sequential isolates were observed only in two patients; 12 patients harboured heterogenic populations over time, although in 11 patients there was a predominant strain that was isolated more than once, and only one of these patients carried strains with a similarity index less than 80%. With the exception of two patients, each patient carried a major strain that became less susceptible to fluconazole. The similarity index for the unrelated strains was 59%. Conclusions:HIV-infected patients may carry a mixed population of strains, but the strains tend to be related to each other. The strains were maintained throughout the course of infection and at least one developed secondary resistance to fluconazole.
In vitro antimicrobial activity of miconazole and polymyxin B against canine meticillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus and meticillin-resistant Staphylococcus pseudintermedius isolates.

BACKGROUND Meticillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and meticillin-resistant Staphylococcus pseudintermedius (MRSP) infections are increasingly reported in dogs, and these bacteria may be isolated from ear infections. HYPOTHESIS/OBJECTIVES The main aim of the present study was to investigate the in vitro antimicrobial activity of miconazole, polymyxin B and a combination of both against 24 canine MRSA and 50 canine MRSP isolates. The minimal inhibitory concentration (MIC) values of 12 other antimicrobial agents were also determined. METHODS All MIC values were determined according to a broth microdilution assay. RESULTS Acquired resistance was found to all tested agents, except for linezolid, miconazole and polymyxin B. The MIC values for miconazole and polymyxin B against MRSA were in the range of 4-8 and 8-64 μg/mL, respectively, while the MIC values for miconazole and polymyxin B against MRSP were in the range of 1-2 and 0.25-4 μg/mL, respectively. Using a combination of miconazole and polymyxin B, there was no evidence for enhanced in vitro activity of the combination (i.e. synergy) of both products. Nevertheless, MIC(90) values of the combination of these antimicrobial agents and of a commercial product containing both agents were at least 1000 times lower than the concentration present in the commercial product. CONCLUSIONS AND CLINICAL IMPORTANCE These results indicate that the topical use of a combination of miconazole and polymyxin B in a 43.5:1 ratio may have potential for the treatment of MRSA-mediated and MRSP-associated otitis externa in dogs.
Theory of sketches for database mappings

This paper presents two basic operations, separation and data federation, for database schemas that are used in database mapping systems and explains why functorial semantics for database mappings need a new base category instead of usual Set category. A definition of graph G for a schema database mapping system and the definition of its sketch category SchG are presented. Based on this framework, functorial semantics for database mapping systems with the new base category DB are also presented.
Cyclosporin A‐sensitive induction of the Epstein‐Barr virus lytic switch is mediated via a novel pathway involving a MEF2 family member

Induction of the Epstein‐Barr virus (EBV) lytic cycle by crosslinking surface immunoglobulin is inhibited by the immunosuppressants cyclosporin A (CsA) and FK506. This correlates with the ability of CsA to inhibit Ca2+‐dependent transcription of the lytic cycle switch gene BZLF1. It is shown here that CsA sensitivity maps to three sites (ZIA, ZIB and ZID) that bind the serum response factor‐related protein MEF2D. A synthetic promoter containing multiple copies of a MEF2D site from Zp, in conjunction with a CREB/AP‐1 site (ZII) from Zp, exhibits CsA‐sensitive inducibility. Furthermore, the Zp MEF2D sites were functionally interchangable with MEF2 sites derived from heterologous promoters. While no evidence of a NFAT family member binding to either the MEF2 or CREB/AP‐1 sites was obtained, it could be demonstrated that CsA‐sensitive induction of Zp was mediated by calcineurin and NFATc2 in synergy with either phorbol ester or especially with the EBV‐induced Ca2+/calmodulin‐dependent kinase type IV/Gr. These studies identify Zp as prototypic of a novel class of CsA‐sensitive and NFAT‐dependent promoters defined by the presence of MEF2 sites.
Regeneration of the Recurrent Laryngeal Nerve

Ten dogs underwent exploration and section of the right recurrent laryngeal nerve. A segment was removed and both stumps were ligated. Reoperation at three months and again at 15 months revealed neural regeneration through the ligated site and reconstitution of the distal nerve in seven of the eight dogs surviving the 15-month period. This strong regenerative capability of the recurrent laryngeal nerve may explain recurrences of spastic dysphonia after nerve section. It is recommended that patients be advised of the possibility for return of the spasms. Investigators should always note whether the recurrent laryngeal nerve has regained stimulability in reporting results of experimental laryngeal paralysis and reinnervation.
Evaluation on time performance for public bus service in West klang valley

In this article, on time performance for public buses in West Klang Valley was evaluated. 5 main cities in West Klang Valley namely Puchong, Petaling Jaya, Subang Jaya, Shah Alam and Klang was choosen. A bus stop was chosen for each locations and routes as methodology to evaluate on time performance. The arrival time of the buses was recorded and need to compare with the actual schedule arrival time. The actual arrival time at the particular bus stop was compared to the schedule arrival time. Based on the Quality of Service Method of the Transit Capacity and Quality of Service Manual 3rd Edition, ‘on – time’ was defined as arrival of 1 minutes early to 5 minutes late. The result will grouping in rating A until E. As a main outcomes Puchong rate as B, Petaling Jaya rate as D, Subang Jaya rate as A, shah Alam rate as C and Klang rate as D. In conclusion on time performance for bus services in West Klang Valley is score as 2.6 which fall into rating C.
E-Business in Bulgaria

This paper presents the findings of a survey of ebusiness in Bulgaria. The survey was done which was conducted for the International Council for Research and Innovation in Building and Construction (CIB). CIB Task Group TG83 was founded in 2011 to investigate and promote the area of E-Business in construction. The survey was conducted in a variety of countries such as the United Kingdom, Canada, Ghana, Australia, and Sri Lanka. The commission was extended to include Bulgaria. An on-line standard survey was used in each of the countries listed. A survey of Bulgarian Construction Chamber Companies produced 55 full responses to the survey. The findings show that Bulgaria uses e-business less than the United Kingdom. This means, however, that by adopting e-business Bulgarian companies have more potential to achieve efficiencies as a result of its adoption. The paper identifies ways in which Bulgarian companies can achieve more efficient workflows and put into place strategies for embedment. Additional use of facilities management, estimating and sub-contracting software and cloud based systems has the potential to improve Bulgarian construction organisations efficiency and produce cost, time and quality savings.
Upside-down Presentation of the Johansson Moving Light-Spot Pattern

In a film produced by Johansson, a group of moving spots, corresponding to lights attached to the main joints of a walker or a runner, gives instantly a vivid impression of a person walking or running. Even when this film was inverted and run backward, some sort of human movement was still perceived. It was perceived more frequently as an upright image of a person moving forward in a very strange manner than as an inverted image of a person moving backward. Such strangeness seemed to arise from the fact that the actor's arms were perceived as legs and vice versa. The phase relations typical of the Johansson pattern are therefore still present when the film is inverted and run backward, leading to the perception of biological motions though these motions are very strange.
THE EFFECT OF TECHNOLOGY ON HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

As Information Technology is vital in banking today, it becomes imperative for banks as well as other organizations to realize its impact on human resource management in order to justify capital investments. The objective of this work is to examine how the adoption of Information Technology affects the human resource functions in terms of effectiveness, efficiency, competitiveness, customer base and globalization of the bank. The research methodology involved reviewing how the use of Information Technology tools help in carrying out human resource management functions in a bank. The design and simulation results of work revealed that the use of Information Technology led to increase customer satisfaction, improved operational efficiency, reduced transaction time, better competitive edge, reduced the running cost and ushered in swift response in service delivery.
The Pepper E3 Ubiquitin Ligase RING1 Gene, CaRING1, Is Required for Cell Death and the Salicylic Acid-Dependent Defense Response1[C][W][OA]

Ubiquitination is essential for ubiquitin/proteasome-mediated protein degradation in plant development and defense. Here, we identified a novel E3 ubiquitin ligase RING1 gene, CaRING1, from pepper (Capsicum annuum). In pepper, CaRING1 expression is induced by avirulent Xanthomonas campestris pv vesicatoria infection. CaRING1 contains an amino-terminal transmembrane domain and a carboxyl-terminal RING domain. In addition, it displays in vitro E3 ubiquitin ligase activity, and the RING domain is essential for E3 ubiquitin ligase activity in CaRING1. CaRING1 also localizes to the plasma membrane. In pepper plants, virus-induced gene silencing of CaRING1 confers enhanced susceptibility to avirulent X. campestris pv vesicatoria infection, which is accompanied by compromised hypersensitive cell death, reduced expression of PATHOGENESIS-RELATED1, and lowered salicylic acid levels in leaves. Transient expression of CaRING1 in pepper leaves induces cell death and the defense response that requires the E3 ubiquitin ligase activity of CaRING1. By contrast, overexpression of CaRING1 in Arabidopsis (Arabidopsis thaliana) confers enhanced resistance to hemibiotrophic Pseudomonas syringae pv tomato and biotrophic Hyaloperonospora arabidopsidis infections. Taken together, these results suggest that CaRING1 is involved in the induction of cell death and the regulation of ubiquitination during the defense response to microbial pathogens.
The Effect of Social Capital on the Innovation Performance of the Small-Middle Scaled Enterprises of Agribusiness in Bogor Regency

The aim of the research was to analyze the relationship between the social capital and innovation performance of agribusiness in Regency Bogor. The sample of the research was set as purposive sampling. There were 38 respondents involved from the nine districts. By the criteria, the entrepreneurs are also the owners of the agribusiness MSMEs and have been running their company for two years minimally. The data were analyzed by Sequal Equation Modeling Partial Least Square (SEM-PLS) method with SMART PLS 3.2. 4. Based on the results, the majority of agribusiness MSMEs in Bogor Regency produce local and traditional products and have 1 to 5 employees. They earn money less than 100 million rupiahs annually, and most of them are categorized as the entrepreneurs of the micro and small enterprises. Social norm gives influence on innovation performance significantly, and it is reflected by providing aid to each other, having access to aids and willingness to share any information. The entrepreneurs of the agribusiness MSMEs possessing social norm will increase their innovation performance. Willingness to provide aid is the indicator to contribute significantly to social norm. Social network also gives effects significantly on innovation performance. Social network is reflected by network size, multiplexity and network constraints. The larger the network size, the wider important information related to the enterprises; therefore, it will increase opportunity to innovate. The height of multiplexity and network constraints will reduce the chance to innovate. Multiplexity is the highest indicator contributing to social network whereas trust variable does not give contribution significantly to innovation performance of the agribusiness MSMEs. Keywords: MSMEs, social capital, agribusiness, innovation performance
Traffic Aware Energy Management in Cellular Networks with Renewable Energy Powered Base Stations

Efficiently and economically using renewable energy in cellular networks with renewable energy powered Base Stations (BSs) is realized in this paper. To realize that the renewable energy supply traces the dynamically changing traffic, the traffic aware inventory policy of renewable energy at each BS is proposed. For each BS at each time period, the optimal inventory quantity of renewable energy which has the lowest inventory cost is derived and numerically simulated. Numerical results show that the optimal inventory quantity of renewable energy for each BS, changes along with the traffic quantity, and shortage cost and holding cost of renewable energy, and provides a baseline for energy cooperation between BSs.
Harnessing Technology and Collaboration for an Online Ethnogeriatric Educational Resource

Abstract The paper describes the development and testing of a Web-based educational resource for usability and acceptability by health care providers who care for ethnic older adults. The work was undertaken as a dissertation project. The purpose of the Website is to provide on-demand ethnogeriatric information to enhance provider-patient interaction. Focus groups of clinicians and ethnic older adults were used in order to identify content relevant to the care of frail ethnic older adults. Collaboration with the Stanford Geriatric Education Center, On Lok Senior Health Services, Inc., Pepperdine University Graduate School of Education, and a network of virtual consultants provided support to the project. The site contains information on 15 cultures, 12 religions, and 6 ethnic minority cohort groups. Testing by snowball sampling generated survey data from 96 respondents, consisting of general practitioners (24%), pediatric specialists (20%), and geriatric specialists (18%). The Website was considered useful for provider-patient communication (77%) and would be recommended to others (99%). The Web-based information resource, called “Diversity, Healing, and Healthcare,” currently exists as a resource rather than as a defined learning module and can be accessed at http://www.gasi. org/diversity.htm.
Entreprise risk management and firm performance: the case of Casablanca stock exchange

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ANALISIS PENGUKURAN KINERJA KEUANGAN PASCA MERGER DAN AKUISISI PADA PERUSAHAAN YANG TERDAFTAR DI BEI

This paper examinea n effect of the financial performance of post-merger and acquisition. The financial performance is measured by using ratios, such as return on net worth, return on assets, current ratio, quick ratio, and debt to equity ratio.The samples are firms which did merger and acquisition activity during the years 200 3 -2011 and that listed on Indonesia Stock Exchange. Data which used in this research is the annual financial report three years before and three years after the mergers and acquisitions by using purposive sampling method. Analysis of the data used to test the hypothesis using paired sample t-test . The results of this study indicate merger firms are having decline performance, debt to equity ratio show significant decline, and other ratios also got decline, though not significant. On the other side, return on net worth and return on assets has significant decline after acquisition, except for current ratio which have insignificant decline after acquisition. Quick ratio and debt to equity ratio has insignificant improvements after acquisition. Artikel ini meneliti pengaruh kinerja keuangan pasca merger dan akuisisi. Kinerja keuangan diukur dengan menggunakan rasio, seperti return on net worth , return on asssets, current ratio, quick ratio, dan debt to equity ratio. Sampel yang digunakan adalah perusahaan yang melakukan aktivitas merger dan akuisisi selama tahun 2003-2011 dan yang terdaftar di Bursa Efek Indonesia. Data yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah laporan keuangan tahunan 3 tahun sebelum dan 3 tahun sesudah merger dan akuisisi dengan menggunakan metode purposive sampling . Analisis data yang digunakan untuk uji hipotesis menggunakan paired sample t-test . Hasil dari penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa perusahaan merger mengalami penurunan kinerja, debt to equity ratio menunjukkan penurunan yang signifikan, dan rasio lainnya juga mendapat penurunan, meskipun tidak signifikan. Di sisi lain , return on net worth dan return on assets memiliki penurunan yang signifikan setelah akuisisi, kecuali untuk current ratio yang memiliki penurunan yang tidak signifikan setelah akuisisi. Quick ratio dan debt to equity ratio memiliki peningkatan yang tidak signifikan setelah akuisisi.
The genetic control of DNA supercoiling in Salmonella typhimurium.

We have elucidated the genetic control of DNA supercoiling in Salmonella typhimurium. The level of superhelix density is controlled by two classes of genes. The only member of the first class is topA, the structural gene for topoisomerase I. The second class, tos, (topoisomerase one suppressor) consists of at least two genes, one of which is linked to gyrA, the structural gene for the topoisomerase subunit of DNA gyrase. Deletions of topA result in oversupercoiling of plasmid DNA. These mutations do not require the acquisition of second‐site compensatory mutations to allow cell growth, in contrast to the situation in Escherichia coli. However, tos mutations, unlinked to topA, have been isolated which reduce plasmid superhelix density. We conclude that the level of DNA supercoiling in S. typhimurium is a dynamic balance between the effects of the gene products of topA (relaxation) and tos (supercoiling) which act independently of each other. Using a variety of combinations of these mutations we have constructed a series of isogenic strains, each of which has a different but precisely defined level of plasmid supercoiling; the series as a whole provides a wide range of supercoiling both above and below the wild‐type level.
Hand Segmentation for Optical See-through HMD Based on Adaptive Skin Color Model Using 2 D / 3 D Images

In this paper, we propose a robust hand segmentation method based on adaptive skin color histogram model using the fusion of 2D/3D images for bare hand interaction in the optical see-through head-mounted-display (OHMD). Initially, the hand area detection is performed with depth information from stereo vision. The adaptive skin color histogram models are created with a chromaticity-based constraint to select pixels in a scene for updating a dynamic skin color model under changing illumination or cluttered background conditions. Experiment results show that the proposed method can accurately segmented the hand under various environmental conditions in the
Wideband LTCC vertical-fed dipole antenna for millimeter-wave applications

A 35-GHz wideband low-temperature co-fired ceramic vertical-fed dipole antenna is presented. The widened bandwidth of the dipole antenna is achieved by building two radiating dipoles. One dipole (dipole A) is fed by two signal vias directly, and the other one (dipole B), which is placed above dipole A, is fed by one arm of the dipole A through electrical coupling. The proposed dipole antenna has a simulated −10-dB |S11| bandwidth of 28.6% from 30 to 40 GHz. The simulated maximum gain of the dipole antenna is 6.2 dBi at 35 GHz.