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Determinants of Commercial Banks’ Liquidity Risk: Evidence from Ethiopia

This paper empirically examine the determinants of liquidity risk in Ethiopian banking industry spanning the period 2005 to 2014—a period characterized by increasing the bank’s growth in different aspects. The fixed effect unbalanced panel data estimation technique was used to estimate the results without compromising the classical linear regression assumptions. The results of the analysis revealed that capital adequacy ratio, total loan to total asset ratio and total deposit to total asset ratio affects the liquidity risk of commercial banks negatively and highly statistically significantly at 0.01% significant level. These variables are found to be the most important bank specific factors that determine the liquidity position of banks. The results of the study confirms the existence of the crowding-out of deposit hypothesis in Ethiopian banking industry that could be assured by the negative and significant effect of capital adequacy. In addition, both the share of loans and deposits in total assets and total liabilities respectively indicates mismatch of obtained funds and assets operations. All in all, the management of each bank should emphasize the importance to consider the liquidity mismatch of assets and liabilities to evaluate the liquidity profile of banks. Moreover, focusing on deposit funding leads to ignore some widely used alternative sources of funding through the issue of commercial paper enter alia, as per the recommendations of international practices. Keywords: Determinants, liquidity risk, fixed effect, Ethiopia.
Integrating safety concepts in health and social care

Keeping individuals safe from harm and exploitation is a clearly articulated goal within both the health and social care sectors. Two key concepts associated with achieving this common aim are safety and safeguarding. The purpose of this paper is to critically appraise the differences in safety terminology used in health and social care, including opportunities and challenges for greater integration of safety systems across health and social care in England. ,This paper presents the authors’ viewpoint based on personal, professional and research experience. ,In healthcare, safety is usually conceptualised as the management of error, with risk considered on a universal level. In social care, the safeguarding process balances choice and control with individualised approaches to keeping adults safe, but lacks the established reporting pathways to capture safety incidents. Efforts to safely integrate health and social care services are currently constrained by a lack of shared understanding of the concepts of safety and safeguarding without further consideration of how these approaches to keeping people safe can be better aligned. As such, there is a need for a single, unified discourse of patient safety that cuts across the patient safety and safeguarding concepts and their associated frameworks in health and social care settings. ,A single unified concept of safety in health and social care could coincide with an integrated approach to the delivery of health and social care, improving the care of patients transitioning between services.
Fluctuations in the Properties of Forest Soils in the Central European Highlands (Czech Republic)

Fluctuations in forest soil properties were described using a time series analysis of the clay content, the chemical (CaO, MgO, C org , and N tot ) and physicochemical (pH and base saturation (BS)) soil parameters from 1953 to 2008. The analysis involved the dominant acidic, nutrient-rich, and waterlogged forest ecosystems on the territory of the Bohemian Massif and the Outer Western Carpathians (Czech Republic). Trends in the development of the time series of soil properties were optimized by Gauss-Newton's transformation of the exponential combination of the cyclometric function and Euler's number. Identical functions of regression equations on the fluctuations of nutrients, pH, BS, and C org indicated parallel trends of soil development in different forest ecosystems. Equations representing identical, predictable patterns in C org fluctuation indicated the stability of the trend. Differences in temporal patterns of nutrients, pH, and BS in different forest ecosystems indicated the susceptibility of developmental trends to external factors. Different regression equations of fluctuations of soil clay and N tot indicated the occurrence of permanent differences during the soil development. During the period of 1953-2008, soil pH, BS, and CaO concentration decreased but the content of C org and Ntot increased. Regression functions indicate that pH and BS of forest soils in the Czech Republic have temporarily increased and the content of C org and N tot have decreased during the period 2009-2014. Continuous increase in BS is only sustainable if concurrent with an increase in C org .
Adult Low-Grade Gliomas : Surgery vs Biopsy ?

a cord transection would not be expected to respond to a drug therapy. A complete injury where the cord is anatomically intact may be responsive, but would not be predicted to recover as well as an incomplete injury. When all injuries are grouped together, a potentially meaningful effect may be lost. In other words, the heterogeneity of human spinal cord injury must be accounted for to detect potentially important clinical differences. This study indicates that cervical injuries, specifically incomplete injuries, may receive the most benefit from minocycline therapy. Second, it is critical in these studies to use the most sensitive and clinically relevant outcome measures. There were no differences in ASIA motor scores for patients harboring thoracic injuries. However, ASIA motor scores are not particularly sensitive to segmental clinical recovery in the thoracic region, suggesting that alternative measures should be used when studying injuries to this population. Finally, this study should serve as the basis for a large multicentered trial that can be adequately powered to detect potential clinical efficacy. These investigators should be lauded for their efforts to produce high quality prospective data in such a difficult and clinically relevant area.
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The orphan nuclear receptor NR5A2 is necessary for the stem-like properties of the epiblast of the pre-gastrulation embryo and for cellular and physiological homeostasis of endoderm-derived organs postnatally. Using conditional gene inactivation, we show that Nr5a2 also plays crucial regulatory roles during organogenesis. During the formation of the pancreas, Nr5a2 is necessary for the expansion of the nascent pancreatic epithelium, for the subsequent formation of the multipotent progenitor cell (MPC) population that gives rise to pre-acinar cells and bipotent cells with ductal and islet endocrine potential, and for the formation and differentiation of acinar cells. At birth, the NR5A2-deficient pancreas has defects in all three epithelial tissues: a partial loss of endocrine cells, a disrupted ductal tree and a >90% deficit of acini. The acinar defects are due to a combination of fewer MPCs, deficient allocation of those MPCs to pre-acinar fate, disruption of acinar morphogenesis and incomplete acinar cell differentiation. NR5A2 controls these developmental processes directly as well as through regulatory interactions with other pancreatic transcriptional regulators, including PTF1A, MYC, GATA4, FOXA2, RBPJLandMIST1 (BHLHA15). In particular,Nr5a2 andPtf1a establish mutually reinforcing regulatory interactions and collaborate to control developmentally regulated pancreatic genes by binding to shared transcriptional regulatory regions. At the final stage of acinar cell development, theabsenceofNR5A2affects theexpressionofPtf1aand its acinar specific partner Rbpjl, so that the few acinar cells that form do not complete differentiation. Nr5a2 controls several temporally distinct stages of pancreatic development that involve regulatory mechanisms relevant topancreaticoncogenesisand themaintenanceof theexocrine
Geographies of education and the significance of children, youth and families

This paper engages with Hanson Thiem’s (2009) critique of geographies of education. Accepting the premise that education warrants fuller attention by geographers, the paper nonetheless argues that engaging with research on children, youth and families reshapes understanding of what has been, and might be, achieved. Foregrounding young people as the subjects rather than objects of education demands that attention be paid to their current and future life-worlds, in both inward and outward looking geographies of education. It also requires a broadening of our spatial lens, in terms of what ‘count’ as educational spaces, and the places where we study these.
Recurrence Behaviors of Earthquakes along the Kefallinia Transform Fault, Ionian Sea, Greece

我们沿着 Kefallinia 变换检验了二个差错地区的整个强烈地震复发行为，爱奥尼亚的海，希腊，为时期与 M 5.5 用地震学上的数据和统计 methods.Our 数据包括 29 个事件 1636 2003。 我们为 Kefallinia 差错地区发现了不同复发行为(聚类并且时间可预言的复发行为) 并且 Lefkada 差错地区(近的随机和 non-slip-predictable 或 non-timepredictable 复发自然) 。 不同模式可以被归因于：由静态的被触发和(b) 的(a) 片断相互作用沿着罢工(Kefallinia ) 到 Lefkada 上的复发上的北方和东方的差错系统的影响。 在活跃时期以内，地震复发间隔以一种更多的驱散的方式被散布，并且能被 Weibull 分布适合很好。 相反，安静时期的分发少些相对被驱散并且困难由合适的概率功能描述。
Evaluating Suppliers via a Total Integral Value based Fuzzy MCDM Approach

This study presents a total integral value based fuzzy multiple criteria decision making (MCDM) approach for evaluating suppliers, where the membership function of the final fuzzy evaluation value of each alternative can be developed and the procedure for ranking these final fuzzy evaluation values can be clearly formulated based on total integral value to facilitate efficient decision making. The suggested approach assesses the ratings of alternatives versus subjective criteria and the importance weights of all criteria using Iinguistic values represented by triangular fuzzy numbers. A method based on t-score probability is suggested to normalize the suitability values of alternatives versus objective criteria. The proposed method preserves the property that the range of normalized values under quantitative criteria belongs to [0,1]. Finally, a numerical example of the evaluation and selection of suppliers is presented to demonstrate the computational process and feasibility of the proposed approach.
Santa Barbara microwave backscattering model for woodlands

The Santa Barbara microwave backscattering model for woodland vegetation with discontinuous tree canopies is described, with an emphasis on the construction of the model from probability-weighted sub-components. The modelling approach is to treat individual tree crowns as scatterers and attenuators, using the probabilities of scattering and attenuation to compute total backscatter. Four major model components are defined: surface backscattering, crown volume scattering, multi-path interactions between crown and ground, and double-bounce trunk-ground interactions. Each component is divided into subcomponents having distinct scattering and attenuation paths. The scattering of each subcomponent is computed and weighted by the probability of its occurrence. Total backscatter from a simulated woodland stand is computed by incoherent summation of the components. Recent revisions to the model have modified the subcomponent definitions and improved the probability formulation.
An Architectural Description Language for Enterprise Computing

Architectural description languages (ADLs) are used to specify high-level, compositional view of a software application. ADLs usually come equipped with a rigourous state-transition style semantics, facilitating speciﬁcation and analysis of distributed and event-based systems. However, enterprise system architectures built upon newer middleware (implementations of Java’s EJB speci-ﬁcation, or Microsoft’s COM+/ .NET) require additional expressive power from an ADL. The (cid:0)(cid:2)(cid:1)(cid:4)(cid:3)(cid:6)(cid:5)(cid:8)(cid:7)(cid:10)(cid:9)(cid:12)(cid:11) ADL is designed to meet this need. In this paper, we describe several aspects of (cid:0)(cid:2)(cid:1)(cid:4)(cid:3)(cid:6)(cid:5)(cid:8)(cid:7)(cid:10)(cid:9)(cid:12)(cid:11) which facilitate speciﬁcation and anl-ysis of middleware-based architectures for the enterprise.
Multifaceted characterization of a Lemanea fluviatilis population (Batrachospermales, Rhodophyta) from a glacial stream in the south-eastern Alps

The aim of this study was a combined and multifaceted characterization (morphological, molecular, lipid, pigment, and ecological data) of a Lemanea (freshwater red alga) population from the south-eastern Alps, exploring its adaptive strategies to the montane habitat, (turbulent, very-cold glacial stream with extremely low-conductivity). Although the thalli were small (only up to 1 cm), the morphology was within the current circumscription of Lemanea fluviatilis. The molecular data placed this population within a clade of specimens identified as L. fluviatilis and L. fucina. This L. fluviatilis population was determined to possess lipid classes, especially phosphatidylcholine and monogalactosyldiacylglycerol with high unsaturation index (UI) and long acyl chains, which are typical adaptations for maintaining adequate membrane fluidity and consequently all the metabolic processes associated to the plasma membrane. The carotenoids profile revealed that, besides α /β-carotene, there are significant amounts of zeaxanthin and lutein. This study further demonstrated that red algae are a rich source of important food web w-3 fatty acids and may play an important role in the diets of grazers. L. fluviatilis is reported from one of the highest elevations (2,170 m a.s.l.) known for the genus Lemanea and this species. This study confirms the presence of L. fluviatilis in a cold, unpolluted, turbulent stream and this type of stream may be its preferred habitat.
Tilburg University The Economic Impact of Central Bank Transparency

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Reputation management as a lever of public sector innovation

Recently, the rise of reputation management has attracted significant interest from both the practitioners’ and scholars’ communities, in view of its potential applications to the public sector. The main goal of the research presented is to deepen the understanding of how reputation management may be used by public administrations in order to improve their effectiveness. We investigate these aspects by analyzing an Italian case study conducted on the authority responsible for regulating the Italian securities market. The analyses conducted provide evidence on how the new communication patterns enabled by the web are contributing to increase the role of citizens in counterbalancing the deficit of attention present in governance processes.
Implantology Peri-implant plastic surgical approaches to increasing keratinised mucosa width : Which to use and when ?

Abstract: The long-term efficacy of adequate keratinised mucosa ( ≥2 mm ) in dental implants is controversial. Peri-implant plastic surgeries are currently used because they increase keratinised mucosa width (KMW), helping to regain peri-implant health and maintaining it over the long-term.We present the clinical findings using free-gingival-graft (FGG) and free-periosteal-graft (FPG) techniques in peri-implant plastic surgery, in implant rehabilitation patients.We included 20 patients with implant indications with inadequate KMW (KMW <2 mm for post-implantation) in the maxilla and mandible. All underwent clinical and radiographic measurements and a treatment protocol was prepared for implant rehabilitation and subsequent peri implant plastic surgery. A decision as to whether and when FGG or FPG techniques would be used was made. FGG/FPG was performed pre implantation (before mono-cortical block-bone augmentation) or postimplantation (before/during/after stage 2 surgery). KMW was ≥2 mm after application of FGG/FPG preor post implantation. Moreover, peri-implant tissue health was regained/maintained in all cases from 6 months to 4 years. Peri-implant plastic surgery techniques can prevent hardand soft-tissue problems after implant rehabilitation and during treatment of developing problems. However, surgical design and timing, and an interdisciplinary perspective determine the success of peri-implant plastic surgery.
Model checking and abstraction

We describe a method for using abstraction to reduce the complexity of temporal-logic model checking. Using techniques similar to those involved in abstract interpretation, we construct an abstract model of a program without ever examining the corresponding unabstracted model. We show how this abstract model can be used to verify properties of the original program. We have implemented a system based on these techniques, and we demonstrate their practicality using a number of examples, including a program representing a pipelined ALU circuit with over 101300 states.
Fast Electron Transfer Kinetics on Multiwalled Carbon Nanotube Microbundle Electrodes

The rate of electron transfer at carbon electrodes depends on various factors such as the structure and morphology of the carbon material used in the electrodes. With the advent of new carbon structures, such as fullerenes and carbon nanotubes, well-defined carbon surfaces have become available to probe electron-transfer kinetics on these surfaces. We show here that micron-size electrodes made of multiwalled carbon nanotubes show Nernstien behavior and fast electron-transfer kinetics for electrochemical reactions of Fe(CN)63-/4-. This is achieved without any pretreatments for the electrodes, suggesting the possibility of developing superior carbon electrodes based on carbon nanotubes, for electrochemical applications.
DIFFERENCES IN VEGETATION AND SOIL PROPERTIES OF THE HIGHLAND RANGELANDS GRAZED WITH SINGLE CATTLE HERD AND CATTLE + SHEEP HERDS

The effect of grazers on vegetation and soil properties changes depending on their foraging behaviour and hoof pressure. In general, cattle prefer grasses while sheep prefer considerably forbs and goat skilfully browse during feeding. These differences in feeding preferences herbivore effects species composition and consequently alter vegetation structure on the area. The aim of this study was to determine the effects of single cattle herd and cattle+sheep herds grazing on vegetation composition and soil properties in highlands rangelands. For this aim, four rangeland sites in two locations were selected two site in each location grazed with single cattle herds and the other sites have been grazed with cattle + sheep mixing herds for least 20 years. To compare the effect of grazer differences on vegetation and soil properties, redundancy analysis (RDA) was chosen as the most appropriate constrained ordination technique. Species data were transformed to provide have normality of data. Statistical tests of the significance of the relationship soil properties used Monte Carlo permutation test within CANOCO. Species distribution in the vegetation and some soil properties such clay, silt, sand, organic matter, pH, P, CaCO3, showed a significant correlation related to herd type. These results indicated that animal types have an important role on distribution of plant species and soil properties in the highland short grass steppe rangelands. It can be suggested that cattle and sheep are grazed together to enhance biological diversity and sustainable use of highland short grass steppe
Assessment of energy and macronutrient intake in young men: a comparison of 4-day food record and 24-hour dietary recall

OBJECTIVE: The objective was to assess the quantitative agreement between a 4-day food record and a 24-hour dietary recall in young men. METHODS: Thirty-four healthy men aged 18-25 years had their food intake estimated by 4-day food record within one week following 24-hour dietary recall in a cross-sectional study. Resting metabolic rate was assessed by indirect calorimetry and Energy Expenditure was estimated by physical activity records completed simultaneously with food intake records. The validity of food records was determined by direct comparison of Energy Intake and Energy Expenditure (95% confidence interval for Energy Intake/Energy Expenditure). RESULTS: There were good agreements between the measurements of energy and macronutrient intakes by 24-hour dietary recall and 4-day food record at the group level, but not at the individual level. Compared to energy expenditure, about 20% and 9% of participants underreported their Energy Intake by 4-day food record and 24-hour dietary recall, respectively. Over 30% of underreporters of Energy Intake estimated by 24-hour dietary recall underreported Energy Intake estimated by 4-day food record. CONCLUSION: Both diet methods, 24-hour dietary recall and 4-day food record, may be used to collect data at the group level, but not at the individual level. Both methods, however, appear to underestimate Energy Intake. Underreporting may be subject-specific and appears that is more difficult to retrieve valid dietary data from some people than others.
NEST – A platform for the acceleration of innovation in buildings

espanolLa calidad en la innovacion dentro del sector de la construccion debe ser rapidamente adaptada para cumplir con los inmediatos desafios relacionados con la mejora de las edificaciones actuales. NEST es una plataforma de investigacion y transferencia tecnologica flexible y abierta a universidades e industrias donde nuevas soluciones pueden ser implementadas y validadas en un entorno real. NEST consiste en una estructura fija con una serie modulos individuales que son utilizados como oficinas o apartamentos donde poder vivir y trabajar. Ademas, cada uno de estos modulos actua a modo de laboratorio donde se investigan diferentes aspectos como el uso de madera como material de construccion o la fabricacion digital y donde, continuamente, se lleva a cabo el desarrollo de materiales innovadores, asi como su evaluacion. NEST es un edificio modular cuyas unidades estan individualmente conectadas por medio de redes comunes de suministro de energia y gestion y tratamiento de aguas. Cuando finalizan los estudios asociados a un modulo y los nuevos productos han sido optimizados, este es desinstalado y remplazado por una nueva unidad de cara a abordar nuevos retos e investigaciones. EnglishThe speed and quality of innovation in the construction sector has to be substantially increased in order to meet the pressing challenges associated with the building stock. For this purpose, the NEST project was started in Switzerland. NEST is a flexible and open research and technology transfer platform for partners from academia and industry where new solutions can be implemented and validated in a real life environment. NEST consists of a backbone, the static part, and research units which serve as office or living space where people live and work. Each unit is addressing specific research topics such as timber construction or digital fabrication and bears numerous innovation objects which are subject to continuous development and evaluation. NEST is a vertical neighbourhood of units, which are connected to a water hub and an energy hub. Once the research questions in a unit are answered and new products have been developed, the unit is deconstructed and replaced by a new unit addressing new topics.