Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
The Impact of Indoor Malodor: Historical Perspective, Modern Challenges, Negative Effects, and Approaches for Mitigation

Malodors, odors perceived to be unpleasant or offensive, may elicit negative symptoms via the olfactory system’s connections to cognitive and behavioral systems at levels below the known thresholds for direct adverse events. Publications on harm caused by indoor malodor are fragmented across disciplines and have not been comprehensively summarized to date. This review examines the potential negative effects of indoor malodor on human behavior, performance and health, including individual factors that may govern such responses and identifies gaps in existing research. Reported findings show that indoor malodor may have negative psychological, physical, social, and economic effects. However, further research is needed to understand whether the adverse effects are elicited via an individual’s experience or expectations or through a direct effect on human physiology and well-being. Conversely, mitigating indoor malodor has been reported to have benefits on performance and subjective responses in workers. Eliminating the source of malodor is often not achievable, particularly in low-income communities. Therefore, affordable approaches to mitigate indoor malodor such as air fresheners may hold promise. However, further investigations are needed into the effectiveness of such measures on improving health outcomes such as cognition, mood, and stress levels and their overall impact on indoor air quality.
Epitope-based universal vaccine for Human T-lymphotropic virus-1 (HTLV-1)

Human T-cell leukemia virus type 1 (HTLV-1) was the first oncogenic human retrovirus identified in humans which infects at least 10–15 million people worldwide. Large HTLV-1 endemic areas exist in Southern Japan, the Caribbean, Central and South America, the Middle East, Melanesia, and equatorial regions of Africa. HTLV-1 TAX viral protein is thought to play a critical role in HTLV-1 associated diseases. We have used numerous bio-informatics and immuno-informatics implements comprising sequence and construction tools for the construction of a 3D model and epitope prediction for HTLV-1 Tax viral protein. The conformational linear B-cell and T-cell epitopes for HTLV-1 TAX viral protein have been predicted for their possible collective use as vaccine candidates. Based on in silico investigation two B cell epitopes, KEADDNDHEPQISPGGLEPPSEKHFR and DGTPMISGPCPKDGQPS spanning from 324–349 and 252–268 respectively; and T cell epitopes, LLFGYPVYV, ITWPLLPHV and GLLPFHSTL ranging from 11–19, 163–171 and 233–241 were found most antigenic and immunogenic epitopes. Among different vaccine constructs generated by different combinations of these epitopes our predicted vaccine construct was found to be most antigenic with a score of 0.57. T cell epitopes interacted strongly with HLA-A*0201 suggesting a significant immune response evoked by these epitopes. Molecular docking study also showed a high binding affinity of the vaccine construct for TLR4. The study was carried out to predict antigenic determinants of the Tax protein along with the 3D protein modeling. The study revealed a potential multi epitope vaccine that can raise the desired immune response against HTLV-1 and be useful in developing effective vaccines against Human T-lymphotropic virus.
PENGARUH MOTIVASI PELAYANAN PUBLIK DAN PERCEIVED ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT TERHADAP KINERJA ORGANISASI SEKTOR PUBLIK DI KOTA TANGERANG

Efforts by the Tangerang City Government to improve accountability and approval of the administration of government were quite successful. This study analyzes the motivational factors of public service and perceived organizational support that support the improvement of the performance of community organizations in the city of Tangerang. The tendency of motivation for public services and organizational support that is felt can support organizational performance improvement. In order to analyze these factors, a research model was developed which was developed from the literature review. This model has two hypotheses with three variables: public service motivation, perceived organizational support and organizational performance. Data analysis of 115 people who have been permanent employees of the government in Tangerang City was conducted using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) as an analytical tool using the LISREL 8.8 program. The results of this study are the motivation of public services that are significant for the performance of public sector organizations in the city of Tangerang. Perception of Organizational Support has a significant effect on the performance of public sector organizations in Tangerang City.Keywords: Public Service Motivation, Perceived Organizational Support and Organizational Performance
Development of Cardiovascular Risk Assessment Model for People with Type 2 Diabetes in Oman

Type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM) is one of the most common chronic diseases globally, with worldwide prevalence of 8.3%. Due to its long-lasting nature and high risk of complications, the burden of type 2 DM is expected to rise. Patients with type 2 DM have an estimated two-to-six fold higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease (CVD) compared to the general population. Moreover, CVD is considered the leading cause of morbidity and premature mortality in type 2 diabetic patients. CVD risk assessment tools in general are mathematical models or charts used to estimate the risk of a CVD event in an individual. CVD risk estimation is important to plan the initiation of preventive and therapeutic measures for CVD prevention including anti-lipid, anti-hypertensive and anti-platelet therapies, as well as to plan appropriate health education. Various professional guidelines for the management of type 2 DM have advocated the use of CVD risk assessment tools to estimate CVD risk among type 2 diabetic patients using traditional CVD risk factors such as hypertension (HTN), dyslipidemia, high glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c), albuminuria, obesity, smoking status, and family history of CVD. However, most of the existing CVD risk assessment tools were derived from Western populations, with very few developed for East Asian populations.
Theoretical Investigation of Arsenic and Selenium Species Adsorption Behavior on Different Mineral Adsorbents

CaO and Fe₂O₃ are effective mineral sorbents to inhibit the damage of arsenic and selenium release into the atmospheric environment. Density functional theory was applied to explore the adsorption mechanism of different arsenic and selenium species (atom, hydride, oxide, and chloride) on CaO and Fe₂O₃ surfaces. The effect of the As₄O₆ cluster on the adsorption behavior of CaO and Fe₂O₃ surfaces was also examined. The results show that the O top sites serve as the active sites for arsenic and selenium atom adsorption on the CaO(001) surface. For the Fe₂O₃(001) surface, the adsorption energy of the As atom at the Fe top and O bridge site can reach −381.38 and −439.55 kJ/mol, respectively. The results show that the Fe top site and O bridge site are both effective chemical adsorption sites. CaO and Fe₂O₃ also exhibit a good performance to adsorb atomic arsenic and selenium under the condition of multicoverage. In addition, the interactions between two adsorbents and complex arsenic/selenium species are weakened in different degrees, but still belong to chemical adsorption. The adsorption of the As₄O₆ cluster on the CaO surface is mainly attributed to the interaction between As atoms and O atoms on the CaO surface. The As₄O₆ adsorption on the Fe₂O₃ surface depends on the interaction between O atoms of As₄O₆ and Fe atoms on the Fe₂O₃ surface. However, the interactions can both lead to the formation of more stable arsenate, which contributes to the reduction of detrimental arsenic release.
Multiorder Hydrologic Position in the Conterminous United States: A Set of Metrics in Support of Groundwater Mapping at Regional and National Scales

The location of a point on the landscape within a stream network (hydrologic position) can be an important predictive measure in hydrology. Hydrologic position is defined here by two metrics: lateral position and distance from stream to divide, both measured horizontally. Lateral position (dimensionless) is the relative position of a point between the stream and its watershed divide. Distance from stream to divide (units of length) is an indicator of position within a watershed: generally small near a confluence and generally large in headwater areas. Watersheds and watershed divides are defined here by Thiessen polygons rather than topographic divides. Lateral position and distance from stream to divide are also defined in the context of hydrologic order. Hydrologic order “n” is defined as the network of streams, and associated divides, of order n and higher. And given that a point can have different positions in different hydrologic orders the term multiorder hydrologic position (MOHP) is used to describe the ensemble of hydrologic positions. MOHP was mapped across the conterminous United States for nine hydrologic orders at a spatial resolution of 30 m (about 8.7 billion pixels). There are 18 metrics for each pixel. Four case studies are presented that use MOHP metrics as explanatory factors in random forest machine learning models. The case studies show that lower order MOHP metrics can serve as indicators of hydrologic process while higher‐order metrics serve as indicators of location. MOHP is shown to have utility as a predictor variable across a large range of scales (50,000 to 8,000,000 km2).
Sprężystość modeli biznesu przedsiębiorstw - uwarunkowania strategiczne

Dynamika zmian występujących w obecnych czasach otwiera nowe przestrzenie prowadzenia biznesu szczególne w wymiarze gospodarki cyfrowej. To ona kształtuje szczególnie nowe sposoby gry rynkowej, gdzie modele biznesu cyfrowego generują nowe wartości dla użytkowników rynku. Istotnym staje się zatem umiejętne eksploatowanie modeli biznesu w gospodarce cyfrowej jednocześnie zapewniając zdolność do przetrwania i rozwoju organizacjom wykorzystujących te modele do osiągania ich wysokiej efektywności. Według autora artykułu można to osiągnąć poprzez zastosowanie atrybutu sprężystości zarówno w konstruowaniu jak i eksploatowaniu modeli biznesu w gospodarce cyfrowej. Celem artykułu jest przestawienie stopnia wykorzystania sprężystości w modelach biznesu funkcjonujących w gospodarce cyfrowej. Artykuł ma charakter konceptualny i zwraca uwagę na miejsce i rolę sprężystości w modelach biznesu gospodarki cyfrowej. W artykule omówiono, pojęcie sprężystości organizacyjnej w zarządzaniu, zdefiniowano kluczowe atrybuty modeli biznesu w kontekście gospodarki cyfrowej, Dokonano próby konceptualizacji i operacjonalizacji modeli biznesu gospodarki cyfrowej oraz opisano zasady funkcjonowania w ekosystemie cyfrowym.
Mit E-Health Kosten sparen

ZUSAMMENFASSUNG Das Krankheitsbild des Diabetes mellitus besitzt eine immense gesundheitspolitische und gesellschaftliche Relevanz. Im Jahr 2008 sind nach Angaben des statistischen Bundesamts für die Versorgung von Menschen mit Diabetes direkte Kosten von insgesamt 6,34 Milliarden Euro durch Medikamente, ambulante und stationäre Behandlung, Pflege- und Rehabilitationsleistungen aufgelaufen. Dies entspricht einem Anteil von 2,5 % der Gesundheitsausgaben aller Krankheiten. Lässt sich jedoch der HbA1c-Wert nachhaltig senken – beispielsweise über einen telemedizinischen Ansatz von 9,0 auf 7,0 % – ergibt sich, gemessen zwischen dem 41. und dem 95. Lebensjahr, anhand einer Markov-Modellierung pro Person und Zyklus ein maximales mittleres Einsparpotenzial von 579,14 Euro pro Patient. Seine maximale Ausprägung erreicht das Einsparpotenzial jedoch bei an Diabetes erkrankten Menschen zwischen dem 41. und dem 61. Lebensjahr: In dieser Zeitspanne lassen sich im Mittel 921,13 Euro pro Person und vorab definiertem Zyklus einsparen, wenn es gelingt, den HbA1c-Wert dauerhaft von 8,0 auf 6,0 % zu senken. In späteren Lebensaltern gleichen sich die Kostenverläufe zwischen niedrigen und hohen HbA1c-Werten allerdings zunehmend an. Da jedoch diverse diabetische Folgeerkrankungen sowie relevante Kostenbestandteile aufgrund einer eingeschränkten Datenlage außerhalb der durchgeführten Analysen verbleiben, liegen die errechneten Einsparpotenziale voraussichtlich unterhalb der real erzielbaren.
Improvement strategy for robustness of power grid complex network by distributed photovoltaic power system

The robustness of power grids plays a very important role in reality. The blackout of power system can make a serious damage for the normal running of whole city or whole area and the loss caused by it is inestimable. This paper aims to propose a simulation method to evaluate the robustness of a power grid and some effective strategies to improve the robustness. Complex network keeps the most important characters of a power grid, and makes the simulation process concise. This paper studies how characters influence the robustness and proposes some conclusions and suggestions for enhancing effectively the robustness by changing these characters. In this paper, for the robustness of a network, it can be found that some parameters like tolerance coefficient are more dominant than others. Some parameters interact obviously, like capacity addition ratio and addition station ratio. Improper capacity addition strategy may have a negative effect on the network. And load node with big degree and small flow is likely an excellent choice to be added capacity by distributed photovoltaic power station. The simulation method and improvement strategy can be used in the engineering of power grid and establishment of distributed photovoltaic power system.
The Latin Language as a Universal Cultural Code

The article deals with the phenomenon of Latin as a universal cultural code that continues to be actively used in various spheres of life. Knowledge of Latin not only facilitates the study of many languages, but also allows to attach oneself to the world cultural values, promotes the establishment of links between Latin, ancient culture, and European civilization, gives access to the perception and understanding of works of literature and painting, enhances general erudition and professional competence, expands the cultural horizons. Using non-traditional linguo-cultural forms enables to form traditional ideas about the subject, and to synthesize the information received, integrate it into the modern world and start the replication process in real life situations. The formation of a holistic view of the world around involves not only mastering a number of special disciplines of the chosen specialty, but also the awareness of the connection between them, the addition of one science to another. That is why the use of the interdisciplinary approach is a prerequisite for the organization of the educational process. The interdisciplinary approach allows us demonstrating the ways of meaningful use of the gained knowledge and providing an exhaustive answer to the question: Why should I know this? What is the benefit of this? Where can I apply it?
The Trials and Tribulations of Transition into Foundation Year Study

This paper provides a reflective review of activities undertaken to gain an increased understanding of factors influencing successful student transition to a specific integrated foundation year at a UK university. It critically analyses the foundation year students’ transitionary journey during the 2017/18 academic year and highlights the issues and concerns identified, particularly in response to the student voice. The paper provides an open and honest overview of an institution specific study of systems and processes and their potential contribution to student attrition. It details the challenges faced as the foundation year course team worked collaboratively to plan and manage an improved transition process for the 2018/19 academic year. Interventions outlined here include reviewing and developing admissions processes based upon the student experience, and beginning the process of transition into Higher Education as soon as practically possible through organising activities to promote familiarisation with the campus and the course and building early relationships with the course team prior to enrolment. The importance of an extended induction that balances academic and social integration is also discussed in relation to pre-induction activities that support anticipatory socialisation. The paper emphasises the importance of tailored course and institution specific analysis of transition, focusing on student voice, and recognising the impact of transition on retention and progression.
Viral Dissemination of Content in Advertising: Emotional Factors to Reach Consumers

Social media has become a relevant content dissemination channel in recent years. Each user has the capacity to potentially reach others, and in this way, social media challenges the traditional distribution of content through mass media. The advertising industry has had to adapt to this new ecosystem and develop audiovisual pieces specifically tailored to this environment as part of their communication strategies. These pieces aim at achieving not only views but to engage viewers in sharing content with their contacts. Recent research indicates that there are certain aspects of human behaviour related to emotions and motivations that have an impact on the decision to share information, news and content with others. However, there are few studies analysing how the features of the content shared influence that decision. This article presents the content analysis results of the 100 most widely shared advertising viral videos around the world from 2011 to 2015 according to Adweek. The analysis was conducted from an emotional perspective in order to establish the common features of the most shared videos and to identify the frequency in which emotional narrative resources are used.
Labour Politics and the EU’s New Economic Governance Regime: Methodological Challenges and Innovations of a New Research Agenda

Title þÿ L a b o u r P o l i t i c s a n d t h e E U s N e w E c o n o m i c G o v e r n a n c e R e g i m e : M e t h o d o l o g i c a l Challenges and Innovations of a New Research Agenda Authors(s) Erne, Roland Publication date 2019-11-20 Publication information Pulignano, V. and Hendrickx, F. (eds.). Employment Relations in the 21st Century: Challenges for Theory and Research in a Changing World of Work Series Bulletin of Comparative Labour Relations; 107 Publisher Kluwer Law Link to online version https://lrus.wolterskluwer. com/store/product/employment-relations-in-the-21st-century-challenges-for-theory-and-research-in-a-changing-world-of-work/ Item record/more information http://hdl.handle. net/10197/11257 Publisher's statement Reprinted from Employment Relations in the 21st Century: Challenges for Theory and Research in a Changing World of Work, Bulletin of Comparative Labour Relations Volume 107, 17 November 2019, 93-98, with permission of Kluwer Law International.
Predictors of practice placement and academic outcomes in master’s-level pre-registration occupational therapy students

Introduction Occupational therapy pre-registration programmes are increasing their academic entry criteria globally to positively impact on professional practice. However, there is a lack of evidence of how a range of variables influence student outcomes. Method An observational, retrospective cohort design measured previous degree, age, ethnicity and gender, on final academic and practice placement outcomes of previous MSc Occupational Therapy (pre-registration) students (n = 153). Pearson’s product-moment correlation and one-way ANOVA tests were performed on the data to assess any significant relationships between variables. Results There was a significant positive correlation between final academic percentage and practice placement outcome, r = . 245, n = 121, p = . 007. Previous degree significantly correlated with final academic outcome, r = . 333, n = 153, p = . 000, but not with higher practice placement performance. Gender, ethnicity and age did not correlate with student outcomes. Students with previous degrees in the arts performed slightly better than those with social sciences. Conclusion Prior academic ability significantly predicts academic but not necessarily practice placement outcomes on an MSc Occupational Therapy programme. Although more academically able students appear to develop skills for practice to a higher standard, other student values-based attributes should be measured prior to admission. Research exploring the best combination of academic and interpersonal skills for recruitment is required.
Technical Efficiency of Dairy Farms: An Empirical Study of Producers in Poland

Purpose: The main objective of this article was to determine the technical efficiency of Polish dairy farms in 2008-2017, taking into account the dependence on the herd size, the milk yield of cows and the effects of scale. Design/Methodology/Approach: The non-parametric DEA method based on the concept of border efficiency was used to assess technical efficiency. The research uses models assuming constant (CCR) and variable returns to scale (BCC). The source of the data was information collected by the Farm Accountancy Data Network (FADN) in Poland. Data came from farms specializing dairying (type 45), with more than 15 cows. Findings: The results of the conducted research indicate a higher share of efficient farms using the model assuming variable returns to scale. The average efficiency ratio increased along with the increase in the size of the herd of cows and the improvement in the milk yields of cows. Practical Implications: The results of this study will be used to determine rationally the combination of inputs in dairy production. The result of these activities is an increase of efficiency and the use of economies of scale. The article clearly presents among which farm groups exists the lowest efficiency (cow herd size and milk yield). Originality/Value: The study fills a gap in approach methods to conducting research on dairy farm efficiency. On the one hand, the value of the article is built by the size of observation field, on the other – dairy farms classification by cow herd size and milk yield.
Laparoscopic Surgery Compared to Open Surgery in Excision of Rectal Cancer: A Systematic Review

Background: The laparoscopic surgery for rectal cancer, such as open surgery, is associated with many surgical complications, especially if the surgeon does not have sufﬁcient experience in open total mesorectal excision and advanced laparoscopic surgery. This review aiming at comparing the effectiveness and the complications rate of laparoscopic surgery to those of open surgery. Methods: The comprehensive electronic search was conducted in Medline and Embase databases. The search resulted in 102 relevant clinical trials, which were subjected to primary screening and exclusion of ineligible studies. Finally, 32 potentially relevant clinical trials were included in the secondary screening from which nine clinical trials were included in this review. Data were collected from included studies using data extraction forms, then the qualitative synthesis of extracted data was conducted. Results: Small differences between interventions were reported by the included studies. Five-years survival rates tend to be slightly higher in the open surgery, whereas 3-years survival rates were higher in the laparoscopic surgery. It be attributed to the wider safe margin for tumor excision obtained in open surgery. The complications rates were slightly lower in the laparoscopy groups among most of the included studies. Conclusions: This review found comparable outcomes of laparoscopy and open surgery in treatment of rectal cancer with minimal differences in survival and complications rates.