Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
The Research of Relationship between Central Enterprises Social Responsibility and Corporate Performance

China’s economy has been in a period of rapid development over the past decades. However, the increasing amount of gross domestic product usually based on the environmental pollution and resource plunder. In this condition, it is important to balance the corporate social responsibility and corporate performance. The paper conducted an empirical study of the relationship between corporate performance and corporate social responsibility of 99 listed Central Enterprises with the panel data from 2010 to 2014. The main empirical results demonstrate that corporate social responsibility and corporate performance have mutual promoted effects. Hence, Central Enterprises should take the social responsibility when trying to increase the corporate profits. Aus. Aca. Acc & Fin. Rev Vol 3(4), Oct 2017, P 173-178
Ecstasy (MDMA)-induced hyponatraemia is associated with genetic variants in CYP2D6 and COMT

We hypothesised that genetically determined poor metabolism of 3,4-methylene dioxymetamphetamine (MDMA) due either to the presence of CYP2D6 genotypes giving absent or low CYP2D6 enzyme activity, or a COMT genotype predicting low COMT enzyme activity would be associated with a greater degree of MDMA-induced reduction in plasma sodium and osmolality than other genotypes at these genes following consumption of ‘ecstasy’ tablets by clubbers. Of the 48 subjects who returned to the test site post-clubbing, 30 provided samples for measurement of vasopressin (AVP), plasma sodium, urea and plasma and urine osmolality. Genotyping was performed for functional variants in CYP2D6 (n = 29) and COMT (Val158Met, n = 30). In subjects with urinary MDMA detected post-clubbing, there was a significant association between change in plasma osmolality (p = 0.009) and in plasma sodium (p = 0.012) and CYP2D6 genotypic category. Individuals with the low-activity but readily inhibitable CYP2D6 extensive metaboliser/intermediate metaboliser (EM/IM) genotype showed greater reductions in these measures than all other CYP2D6 genotypic categories. COMT low-activity genotypes (Met/Met and Val/Met) were also significantly associated with reductions in plasma osmolality (p = 0.028) and in plasma sodium (p = 0.003). On conservative Bonferroni correction for two independent genes, the CYP2D6 and COMT plasma sodium findings remain significant. The relatively high frequency of the low-activity CYP2D6 and COMT genotypes in the population warrants further attention, since consumption of free water following ingestion of MDMA in these individuals may trigger dilutational hyponatraemia and increased risk of syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone secretion.
Developing Family Businesses through Ongoing Learning

This study advances organisational learning research by exploring how and why learning patterns differ between different family businesses at different layers of China's market-oriented transformation. The focus is the locational difference, namely the separate urban and rural environments and outcomes. Combining case studies and in-depth interviews, the study investigated how family businesses interact with their institutional environment and consequently build learning patterns. Learning initiatives undertaken by relevant and motivated family members are found to reflect a dynamic process involving personal learning, business growth, and business innovation. Family conflicts and business growth were also found to impact learning in family businesses. Implications for organisational learning are discussed at the end of the paper.
Foreign Retail Entry Strategy: Empirical support for the use of the independent entry strategy in an uncertain developing market environment

Developing markets have been shown to have institutional frameworks that differ from that in developed economies and greatly affects the transaction costs in the market which favours the use of the collaborative mode of entry. This study argues conditions exist in unstable developing markets that support the use of the wholly owned subsidiary. It discusses these conditions from empirical analysis of the conditions in the Nigerian market and introduces the need for research to focus on a wider perspective on entry mode research suggesting a look at not just cost minimization measures, but also value creation and the notion of strategic flexibility under uncertainty as advocated by the real options theory.
Ownership Contingent Influence of Governance Structure on CEO Compensation: Need for Change in Governance Paradigm

The study examines the need for changes in the standard governance structure through investigation of the moderating effect of ownership identity and ownership concentration on the influence of standard governance structure on CEO compensation in companies with dominant owners in control. Using data from companies listed on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) of India that were a part of the diversified 100 stock index for the period 2007-2012, we find that the influence of standard governance structure on CEO compensation is indeed contingent on identity of the owner and concentration of ownership. Duality is the only governance measure that directly influences CEO compensation in family owned domestic private companies. Gender diversity and proportion of non-executive independent directors directly influence CEO compensation in corporate owned foreign private companies. The direction of influence of non-executive independent directors however supports the possibility of board capture by CEOs. In case of government companies, none of the governance measures directly influences CEO compensation. The key finding of the study are the meagre and in one instance an inappropriate (from governance point of view) influence of standard governance measures. As the decision on CEO compensation in case of companies with dominant owners in de facto control of board and executive management implies ‘principal-principal’ rather than ‘principal-agent’ conflict of interest, the results from the study suggest a re-think on the standard governance framework that is designed to deal with the latter conflict. A 2013 legislative initiative disenfranchising interested shareholders from voting on related party transactions including CEO compensation is a step in the right direction but much else remains to be done. Corporate governance frameworks across the world are derived from the frameworks proposed in the US and UK context of dispersed ownership. The framework is designed to deal essentially with ‘principal-agent’ conflict of interest. This ‘one size fits all’ approach may not ensure governance effectiveness in several situations that arise in functioning of organizations that require dealing with ‘principal-principal’ conflict. Our study on CEO compensation in the Indian context underlines the need for governance based on minority-shareholder-centered governance framework.
Hyaluronan–CD44 interactions as potential targets for cancer therapy

It is becoming increasingly clear that signals generated in tumor microenvironments are crucial to tumor cell behavior, such as survival, progression and metastasis. The establishment of these malignant behaviors requires that tumor cells acquire novel adhesion and migration properties to detach from their original sites and to localize to distant organs. CD44, an adhesion/homing molecule, is a major receptor for the glycosaminoglycan hyaluronan, which is one of the major components of the tumor extracellular matrix. CD44, a multistructural and multifunctional molecule, detects changes in extracellular matrix components, and thus is well positioned to provide appropriate responses to changes in the microenvironment, i.e. engagement in cell–cell and cell–extracellular matrix interactions, cell trafficking, lymph node homing and the presentation of growth factors/cytokines/chemokines to co‐ordinate signaling events that enable the cell responses that change in the tissue environment. The potential involvement of CD44 variants (CD44v), especially CD44v4–v7 and CD44v6–v9, in tumor progression has been confirmed for many tumor types in numerous clinical studies. The downregulation of the standard CD44 isoform (CD44s) in colon cancer is postulated to result in increased tumorigenicity. CD44v‐specific functions could be caused by their higher binding affinity than CD44s for hyaluronan. Alternatively, CD44v‐specific functions could be caused by differences in associating molecules, which may bind selectively to the CD44v exon. This minireview summarizes how the interaction between hyaluronan and CD44v can serve as a potential target for cancer therapy, in particular how silencing CD44v can target multiple metastatic tumors.
Deciphering priority areas for improving project risk management through critical analysis of pertinent risks in the Zambian construction industry

Risk identification is the first step in the risk-management process. A plethora of current studies in literature dwell overwhelmingly on risk identification much to the exclusion of the source, and the possible mitigation interventions. In a limited effort to address this deficiency in the body of knowledge, this article reports the results of a study conducted using 15 purposive semi-structured interviews and 198 questionnaires targeting clients, contractors and consultants in the building sector in Zambia. This study uses threats to identify improvement areas in the Zambian Construction Industry (ZCI). As a consequence, this research uses the pertinent risk factors as a point of critical analysis to recommend improvement areas for project risk management. Findings show that most of the risks could be categorised as managerial, technical and finance related and could severally be associated with clients, consultants, and contractors compared to project managers. These could be mitigated in the pre-contract phase and construction phase, with the most deficient knowledge areas being cost management, procurement management, integration management, communication management, and scope management. This article provides areas of focus for built environment professionals to improve project delivery and thereby enhance project execution efficiency. Keywords : Building sector, risk identification, Pareto analysis, project risk management, Zambia Risiko-identifikasie is die eerste stap in die risikobestuursproses. ’n Oorvloed bestaande literatuurstudies handel oorweldigend oor die identifisering van risiko’s tot die uitsluiting van die bron en moontlike versagtende intervensies. In ’n beperkte poging om hierdie tekort aan kennis aan te spreek, het hierdie studie 15 doelgerigte semi-gestruktureerde onderhoude en 198 vraelysopnames gedoen wat kliente, kontrakteurs en konsultante in die bousektor in Zambie teiken. Bevindinge toon dat meeste van die risiko’s gekategoriseer kan word as bestuurs-, tegniese en finansies verwant en kan afsonderlik met kliente, konsultante en kontrakteurs geassosieer word met projekbestuurders. Dit kan verminder word in die voorkontrakfase en konstruksiefase, met die mees gebrekkige kennisareas, naamlik kostebestuur, verkrygingsbestuur, integrasiebestuur, kommunikasiebestuur en omvangsbestuur. Hierdie artikel bied fokusareas vir geboue in die omgewing om projeklewering te verbeter en sodoende die doeltreffendheid van projekuitvoering te verbeter. Sleutelwoorde : Bou-sektor, risiko-identifikasie, Pareto-analise, projek risikobestuur, Zambie
An Econometric Approach Of The Banking Risks - Case Of Central And Est European Countries

In this paper we analyze the most significant aspects of performance banking on sample banks in Central and East European countries. We started with the aspects of the banking crisis began in 2007 and whose consequences are still felt today both in the EU and USA. Based on the ratios method we tried to capture the extent to which the financial crisis has had a negative impact on the sample banks from Central and East European countries. We also built two regression risks models between overall risk and ROE on the one hand, and between overdue and doubtful loans in total assets ratio and ROA on the other hand. In both cases, liquidity and solvency had an indirect influence over the risks.
Periodontally Accelerated Osteogenic Tooth Movement in Orthodontics: A Review

Periodontally accelerated osteogenic orthodontics combines periodontal therapy with orthodontic therapy, which will minimize treatment time. This procedure is performed shortly before the application of orthodontic forces and has been suggested that this method enhances tooth movement and, hence, orthodontic treatment as a whole. With the advent of newer techniques such as corticision, piezocision and micro-osteoperforations as a supplemental dentoalveolar surgery in orthodontic therapy, accelerated tooth movement can be achieved with minimal surgical intervention. Thus, this article reviews the historical aspect of this therapeutic approach, indications, contraindications and presents the description of the technique with its advantages and disadvantages.
Leader-Following Consensus of Stochastic Perturbed Multi-Agent Systems via Variable Impulsive Control and Comparison System Method

In this paper, we explore the consensus control scheme of stochastic perturbed nonlinear multi-agent systems with impulsive protocol and comparison system method. The effective variable impulsive consensus method is used to remove the restriction of fixed impulsive instants, which is more reliable and flexible in practical applications. From the theory of impulsive differential system, comparison system and stochastic differential system, some sufficient consensus conditions are derived and the relation between the system parameters and impulsive time window is analyzed extensively. The effectiveness of the proposed control method is confirmed by the numerical simulations finally.
The effects of the statement of cash flows and earning per share (EPS) on stock prices: Empirical study on manufacturing industry in Indonesia

The purpose of this paper is to obtain empirical evidence on the effect of the cash flow statement and Earning per Share (EPS) on stock prices.The method used in this research is descriptive and verification method, where the data has been obtained from the Indonesia Stock Exchange Office - Bandung.This study also involves a literature search. The data is statistically analysed using SPSS 18.00. The statistical analyses conducted are the classical assumption test, multiple linear regression analysis, analysis of the coefficient of determination, t-test, and F test.This study suggests that EPS has significant influence on stock price in manufacturing companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange for the period from 2008 to 2012.
1 Dietary Ingredients and Nutritional Management Impact Fertility in Dairy Cattle

Nutrition has an important impact on the reproductive performance of dairy and beef cattle. Energy is the major nutrient required by adult cattle. Inadequate energy intake has a detrimental effect on reproductive activity of female bovine. Cows under negative energy balance have lowered plasma glucose, insulin and IGF-I, reduced peak frequency of LH pulses, lowered plasma progesterone, and impaired ovarian activity. Incidence of postpartum anestrus and reduced fertility is magnified by losses of body condition during the early postpartum period. Inadequate, as well as excessive prepartum BCS extends postpartum anestrus and reduces conception and pregnancy rates during the breeding period. The effects of energy balance on fertility of cattle seem to be associated with metabolic and endocrine changes, as well as with reduced viability of the oocyte to be fertilized. Dietary manipulations that alter the supply of energy to high producing cows may ameliorate their reproductive performance. Feeding diets that promote higher plasma glucose and insulin may improve the metabolic and endocrine status of cows. Addition of supplemental fat to the diet improves energy intake, alters PGF2α secretion by the uterus, affects ovarian dynamics, enhances luteal function, and improves fertility. Although cottonseed feeding and gossypol intake seem to not affect lactation performance of dairy cows, it may affect fertility when the resulting plasma gossypol concentrations are excessive. Excessive intake of dietary crude protein or ruminally degradable protein increases urea nitrogen concentration in blood and milk and alters uterine function, which may impair conception rates. Although evidence suggests that protein may interfere with reproduction, dietary changes should not be made in detriment to production and profitability. INTRODUCTION Relationships between nutrition and reproduction in dairy and beef cattle have been extensively reviewed. The impact of nutrition on fertility of dairy herds may be caused by direct and indirect effects of nutrients on reproductive tissues. As the demands for milk synthesis increase, reproductive functions may be depressed when no compensatory intake of nutrients is achieved. Numerous recent studies have reported that reproductive performance is compromised by the nutrient demands when high levels of production are obtained. The peak milk yield occurs 4 to 6 weeks prior to the peak of dry matter intake (DMI) and high yielding cows will experience some degree of negative balance of energy and other nutrients during the early postpartum period. 1 Santos, J.E. P. 2001. Dietary ingredients and nutritional management impact fertility in dairy cattle. In Proc. 36 Pacific Northwest Animal Nutrition Conference. Boise, ID. pp. 189-219.
The inflammatory status of old age can be nurtured from the intestinal environment

Purpose of reviewRecent studies suggest an association between inflammation status and the presence of chronic disease in the elderly. The review examines publications that address the low level of chronic inflammation and emphasizes how an altered host–microbiota interaction at the gut level could contribute to maintaining a low systemic inflammatory status in the elderly. Recent findingsThe first population cross-sectional studies with relevant numbers of healthy elderlies show age-related global changes in gut microbiota with a consistent increase in nonpathogenic Gram-negative mainly Enterobacteria and country-specific changes in bifidobacteria. Noninvasive methods have permitted us to detect subclinical intestinal inflammation in the elderly population. Furthermore, few studies report on immune and/or inflammatory response; however, prebiotics, probiotics or synbiotics might improve the inflammatory condition of the elderly. SummaryA better understanding of the mechanisms of host–gut microbiota cross-talk would significantly help in the design of novel nutritional strategies targeting immune reactivity at the mucosal level.
Vitamin C modulates oxidative stress-induced colitis in rats

Aim: Free radicals are an important factor in the etiopathogenesis of colitis and may increase oxidative damage. The antioxidant vitamin C efficiently scavenges free oxygen radicals. The present study aimed to investigate the probable protective effects of vitamin C on oxidative injury in rats in which colitis was experimentally induced with acetic acid. Materials and methods: This study was conducted with rats for a period of 7 days. Group 1 intrarectally received a placebo (0.9% NaCl) and group 2 intrarectally received 2 mL of 5% acetic acid (AA) and the placebo. Group 3 intrarectally received 2 mL of 5% AA and vitamin C (100 mg/kg of body weight) via gastric gavage. Myeloperoxidase (MPO), catalase (CAT), prolidase (PRS), and arylesterase (ARE) activity, and total thiol (T-SH), total antioxidant capacity (TAC), total oxidant status (TOS), lipid hydroperoxide (LOOH), and oxidative stress index (OSI) values were analyzed in blood and intestinal samples. Results: While CAT and PRS activity, and plasma TOS, LOOH, and OSI increased following the administration of AA, TAC decreased. TAC increased, whereas LOOH and OSI decreased in response to vitamin C treatment. While MPO and CAT activity, and TOS, LOOH, and OSI values in the colon increased in response to AA treatment, PRS, ARE, TSH, and TAC decreased. TAC increased in response to vitamin C, whereas MPO, PRS and ARE activity, and TOS, LOOH, and OSI values decreased. While histopathologic colonic injury scores increased (P < 0.001) in response to AA, they decreased in response to vitamin C. Conclusion: Histopathological damage scores, MPO, TOS, LOOH, and OSI decreased significantly in response to vitamin C treatment, whereas TAC increased. Based on these results, we think that vitamin C might play an important role in preventing oxidative stress and colonic tissue injury produced by acetic acid.
Switchable FBAR based on paraelectric films

In present paper the calculation of eigen acoustic modes of a multilayer microwave capacitor structure with thin ferroelectric films in a paraelectric state is carried out. For the estimation of the efficiency of bulk acoustic waves excitation by ferroelectric films the system of electromechanical equations is solved and a spatial distribution of mechanical displacements in the structure is presented. Finally, the switchability of eigen acoustic modes is shown and the novel switchable film bulk acoustic resonator (FBAR) is discussed.
Automatic speech recognition based Odia system

In this paper, we presents a scheme of implementation of automatic speech recognition system using Odia language. The proposed system is realized using Kaldi toolkit for automatic recognition of district models of the state of Odisha. We investigate the monophone and triphone model for Odia speech recognition. Acoustic modeling of Odia speech recognition was performed using HMM and GMM. A significant reduction in word error rate (WER) was observed using the triphone model. We report the preliminary speech recognition results using Kaldi speech toolkit.
Effects of cereal bar containing polydextrose on subjective feelings of appetite and energy intake in overweight adults over 15 d

Abstract The effects of 15 d polydextrose (16.7 g) consumption on energy intake (EI) and appetite feelings were investigated. Overweight adults consumed a polydextrose-bar or a control-bar matched in energy content as a midmorning snack for 15 consecutive days in a single-blind, randomised, crossover design. The two 15-d intervention periods were separated by a 15-d washout period. On the day 1 and the day 15 of each intervention period, energy intake (primary outcome) and appetite feelings (secondary outcome) were assessed. There were not significant main effects of the day, type of bar, or their interaction for EI (at lunchtime test meal, at rest of the day, or at total daily) or subjective feelings (hunger, desire to eat, fullness, and prospective food consumption) during the satiation and satiety periods. The results showed the consumption of polydextrose-bar during 15 d did not significantly affect energy intake and subjective feelings of appetite in overweight adults.