Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Supply Chain Integration improves performance - The emperor’s new suit?

Purpose – In the literature authors state that there is a positive relation between supply chain integration (SCI) and performance. They claim that this relation is widely discussed and supported empirically. Other authors, however, suggest that integration might be more difficult in practice than in theory, that it should be differentiated and that it is more rhetoric than reality. As integration has been core of logistics and supply chain management since the 1980s, the purpose of this paper is to investigate these somewhat contradictory statements and analyse prior studies regarding definitions and measures of integration and performance as well as the reported empirical evidence on their relation. Design/methodology/approach – Based on an extensive and systematic review of integration articles within four highly ranked academic journals in logistics, supply chain and operations management, this paper presents and discusses the results of prior empirical studies on relations between integration and performance. Findings – The analysis of the relevant articles indicates that empirical evidence cannot permit to clearly conclude and that integration as well as performance is defined, operationalised and measured in different and often limited ways. This might be a problem and the paper concludes with a provoking question of whether SCI might be the Emperors’ New Suit of business. Originality/value – The paper’s departure point is a controversial hypothesis: the contribution of SCI is not as obvious as logistics and supply chain researchers usually think. The rigorous selection and analysis of previous studies contributes with systematic knowledge within an important question.
HARDWARE IMPLE MENTATION OF SOFT SWITCHED DUAL BOOST CONVERTER FOR HIGH VOLTAGE OUTPUT

Boost converter which is most preferable among the converter s for power quality improvement and high voltage output is modified for the purpose. It has paralleled inductor branch so that it could be used for high current applications and also smaller inductors could be used. Zero voltage transition switching enable s the filter to have minimum losses and therefore maximum efficiency. Here ZVT is achieved by using only an auxiliary inductor which is connected wisely in the circuit. Smaller number of components makes the active filter simple in construction. The hardware circuit gives 300 volts for 120 volts input.
Efecto de la edad al primer parto sobre la longevidad, el número de días en producción y la producción de leche durante la vida productiva de las vacas lecheras Holstein y Pardo Suizo en Honduras

The aim was to determine the effect of age at first calving on longevity, lifetime number of productive days and lifetime milk yield of Holstein and Brown Swiss cows in the tropical savanna of Honduras. The information was collected from three dairy farms with Holstein (n = 1,391) and four farms with Brown Swiss cows (n = 480), born from 1993 to 2013, managed under intensive systems. The statistical model that described the variables of interest included the effect of farm, group of age at first calving, period of birth, season of birth and the interaction farm x period and the residual error. Effects of farm, period group of age at first calving and interaction of farm x period were found on the response variables. A favorable effect of the cows that had their first calving at an earlier age on lifetime number of days in production and lifetime milk yield, and an increase in longevity, in both Holstein and Brown Swiss cows (P<0.05). In conclusion, cows that calved at an early age had more productive days in the farm and produced more milk during their productive life. Therefore, make the heifers to calf at an early age could be a management strategy to increase productivity in the farm. However, the weight at first calving and physiological aspects of the animal should be taken into consideration.
Local anthropogenic stress does not exacerbate coral bleaching under global climate change

Aim: Rising ocean temperatures are widely recognized as the dominant driver behind the rapid degradation of coral reefs via the process of coral bleaching (the expulsion of photosynthetic endosymbionts, which reveals the coral skeleton). However, bleaching of hard corals is often assumed to be further aggravated by the effect of local- scale stressors from anthropogenic activity, accelerating coral reef decline where these stressors are stronger. Despite the importance of this hypothesis, the interaction between climate change and local stressors for driving coral bleaching has only been investigated in a handful of studies, with no large scale (regional or global) test con-ducted thus far. We investigate the impact of human population density (HPD) – a proxy for local stressors – in both protected and non- protected marine regions, and their interaction under heat stress as
Lymphocyte Immune Responses T + and Heat Shock Protein 70 Augment CD8 High-Affinity Interactions between Peptides

Exogenously delivered antigenic peptides complexed to heat shock proteins (HSPs) are able to enter the endogenous Ag-processing pathway and prime CD8 (cid:1) CTL. It was determined previously that a hybrid peptide containing a MHC class I-binding epitope and HSP70-binding sequence Javelin (J0) in complex with HSP70 could induce cytotoxic T cell responses in vivo that were more robust than those induced by the minimal epitope complexed with HSP70. The present study introduces a novel, higher-afﬁnity HSP70-binding sequence (J1) that signiﬁcantly enhances binding of various antigenic peptides to HSP70. A competition binding assay revealed a dissociation constant that was 15-fold lower for the H2-K b OVA epitope SIINFEKL-J1 compared with SIINFEKL-J0, indicating a substantially higher afﬁnity for HSP70. Further, modifying the orientation of the hybrid epitope and introducing a cleavable linker sequence between the Javelin and the epitope results in even greater immunogenicity, presumably by greater efﬁciency of epitope processing. The enhanced immunogenicity associated with Javelin J1 and the cleavable linker is consistently observed with multiple mouse and human epitopes. Thus, by creating a series of epitopes with uniform, high-afﬁnity binding to HSP70, successful multiple epitope immunizations are possible, with equal delivery of each antigenic epitope to the immune system via HSP70. These modiﬁed epitopes have the potential for creating successful multivalent vaccines for immunotherapy of both infectious disease and cancer. The Journal of Immunology, 2006, 177: 1017–1027.
Game-of-the-Generals: An Ethnography

: Those who enjoy their jobs are more productive, whereas those who are dissatisfied with their jobs are more stressed and less productive, especially during the global crisis. This research focuses on the Game-of-the-General, which is a novel concept for the faculty members of one of Misamis Oriental's community colleges. This study used ethnography research in conjunction with action research. The study went through an elimination process and was adequately documented. The paper went through five stages namely: assembling, where the researchers explained the game; re-assembling, where the researchers divided the phenomena into three phases: initial, middle, and final; de-assembling, where the researchers’ conducted interviews; interpreting, and concluding. Age, gender, civil status, length of service, subjects taught, educational background, and the participants’ interest were found to be unimportant as long as participants were motivated to join and increase interaction despite the pandemic's restrictions. Because it provides benefits to cultural experts through values that can be applied in their daily activities, the game-of-the-generals is effective as an intervention to reduce stress caused by movement restrictions due to pandemics, by providing a challenging experience. It is suggested that the school organizes year-round mind games for faculty and staff, as well as expand the program to include students. It is also recommended that a similar study will be conducted for the vocabulary-building game.
Deep Learning–Based Soft Sensors for Improving the Flexibility for Automation of Industry

Automation in industries offers the benefits of enhancing quality and productivity while minimizing waste and errors, raising safety and adds stability to the production process. Industrial automation offers high profitability, reliability, and safety. It is beneficial to employ machine learning in the field of industrial automation as it helps in monitoring and performing maintenance on industrial machinery. Rational industrial development is closely associated with efforts for automating industrial techniques in all existing ways. Latest improvements in the automation of industrial systems resulted in decrease in cost of energy consumption and hardware. The proposed system is dealt with deep learning–based soft sensors for automation of industrial processes. The eminent benefits of soft sensors are versatility, flexibility, and low cost. With deep learning, many number of features could be processed. Thus, deep learning–based soft sensor encapsulates the above benefits. Soft sensors offer another way for the measurement of process variables, which are measured offline. Deep learning techniques are famous in the design of soft sensors for tough nonlinear systems due to the robustness and accuracy. The work depicted here designs a soft sensor based on deep learning algorithm for automation of industry. In the proposed system, a soft sensor contemplated on deep learning such as the deep neural network (DNN) is presented. The application of deep learning–based soft sensors in the automation of some industrial processes is also discussed here. The proposed system is tested on automatic control on solar power plants and in the measurement of reactive energy in industries. It was found that the proposed system yielded better results with its application in the automated industrial processes.
Exergaming and Treadmill Training in Stroke Patients

Treadmill training is nowadays considered more efficient in improving balance and mobility rather than simply walking on an even surface. In patients with chronic stroke, changes in cortico-motor excitability are induced to improve balance and gait performance. There is simple treadmill training that can enhance and motivate patients to walk but treadmill training with body support is safer and more comfortable for patients. In one study the effect of treadmill therapy with the optic flow on balance control and gait training helps the patients of stroke in regaining functional independence in the community. Outcome measures were used that were Time Up and Go test, Functional Reach Test (FRT), 10-minute walk test, and 6- minute walk test. It proved a better result for patients with chronic stroke [1]. Apart from gait training, treadmill training may be able to help in balance dysfunction in most individuals who have to complain of stroke [2]. It enhances the balance and mobility skills of chronic stroke patients. Treadmill training motivates the subject to give better physical performance after stroke. Exercise video games are an innovative idea not commonly used in Pakistan for stroke rehabilitation. Both these techniques are used to enhance motivation and self-confidence in walking and maintaining balance. It keeps the subject engaged in physical therapy sessions for a long time after stroke. Thus, video games and treadmill training are used in various clinical settings for stroke rehabilitation. A combination of both these techniques would help decrease balance and mobility impairments through effective use of Exergaming and Treadmill training in patients suffering from a stroke in the chronic phase. This study would help the therapists across the locality to enlist a better management approach to treat subjects with chronic stroke.
Rendimiento y digestibilidad de forraje de cultivares de Urochloa spp. a tres edades de rebrote en épocas de lluvias y seca

El trópico húmedo ecuatoriano tiene potencial para la producción ganadera y los cultivares de Urochloa pueden ser una opción para la producción de alimento, pero se deben considerar las condiciones ambientales y de manejo, ya que estas determinarán el rendimiento y valor nutritivo del forraje. Se evaluó el rendimiento de materia seca total (MST; t ha-1), componentes morfológicos (%; hoja, tallo, material muerto e inflorescencia) y la digestibilidad in situ de la MS (DISMS; g kg-1) en cinco cultivares de Urochloa: Mulato II, Marandú, Xaraés, Piatá y Señal (testigo), a tres edades de rebrote (4, 6 y 8 semanas), durante las épocas de lluvias (ELL) y seca (ESE). Los datos se analizaron dentro de cada época con un diseño de bloques completos al azar en arreglo de parcelas divididas. Durante la ELL no hubo diferencia (P>0.05) en MST, entre cultivares evaluados. Durante la ESE Marandú presentó menor rendimiento que Xaraés (0.92 vs 1.21 t ha-1). La proporción de componentes morfológicos fue diferente entre cultivares (P<0.05) y las hojas fueron el componente que más contribuyó al rendimiento. La DISMS se redujo de 64 a 56 % y de 60 a 56 %, cuando el forraje se cosechó a 4 y 8 semanas durante la ELL y ESE, respectivamente. Los cultivares evaluados mostraron rendimientos aceptables de MST, 2.6 y 1.0 t ha-1 y DISMS, 602 y 574 g kg-1, durante la ELL y ESE, respectivamente; por lo que pueden ser una alternativa forrajera para la ganadería del trópico húmedo de Ecuador.
Entrepreneurial Experimentation: A Key Function in Entrepreneurial Systems of Innovation

There is a need for a conceptual approach that, with reference to explicit micro-level mechanisms and processes of industrial dynamics, articulates the role and function of entrepreneurial experimentation in innovation systems. This paper develops the concept of ‘entrepreneurial systems of innovation’ to address this gap in the literature. We argue that entrepreneurial experimentation comprises both ‘technical’ and ‘market’ experimentation, and that entrepreneurship must be conceptualized in terms of its function in innovation systems rather than as an outcome. At the systems level, the central function of entrepreneurial experimentation is to foster creation, selection and scaling-up of innovations. Spinoffs and acquisitions are proposed as examples of micro-mechanisms that give rise to system-wide entrepreneurial experimentation. Interaction between established organizations and new innovative entrants, through spinoffs and acquisitions, is an important characteristic of vibrant entrepreneurial systems of innovation.
pH/Redox/Lysozyme-Sensitive Hybrid Nanocarriers With Transformable Size for Multistage Drug Delivery

The majority of current nanocarriers in cancer treatment fail to deliver encapsulated cargos to their final targets at therapeutic levels, which decreases the ultimate efficacy. In this work, a novel core–shell nanocarrier with a biodegradable property was synthesized for efficient drug release and subcellular organelle delivery. Initially, silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) were grafted with terminal double bonds originating from N, N′-bisacrylamide cystamine (BAC). Then, the outer coatings consisting of chitosan (CTS) and polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) were deposited on the surface of modified AgNPs using an emulsion method. To improve the stability, disulfide-containing BAC was simultaneously reintroduced to cross-link CTS. The as-prepared nanoparticles (CAB) possessed the desired colloidal stability and exhibited a high drug loading efficiency of cationic anticancer agent doxorubicin (DOX). Furthermore, CAB was tailored to transform their size into ultrasmall nanovehicles responding to weak acidity, high glutathione (GSH) levels, and overexpressed enzymes. The process of transformation was accompanied by sufficient DOX release from CAB. Due to the triple sensitivity, CAB enabled DOX to accumulate in the nucleus, leading to a great effect against malignant cells. In vivo assays demonstrated CAB loading DOX held excellent biosafety and superior antitumor capacity. Incorporating all the benefits, this proposed nanoplatform may provide valuable strategies for efficient drug delivery.
Analysis of Resonance Frequency for Seeker Servo Based on Virtual Prototype

In order to improve lower resonance frequency of the infrared seeker servo,virtual prototype of the servo was established based on dynamics software ADAMS;the control system was modeled in MATLAB/SIMULINK;based on the prototype and the control model,adopting the means of joint simulation and virtual sweeping-frequency,effect of stiffness,friction,moment of inertia and unbalanced mass on resonance frequency of the servo was analyzed and influences of key positions and sensitive parameters on resonance frequency were found.The simulated result shows that the harmonic frequency can be improved dramatically by adjusting the parameter of key parts,satisfies the requirement of the application of the servo to seeker.
Geografia e Comércio Internacional: breve revisão bibliográfica

Este artigo apresenta uma revisão bibliográfica que busca indagar como o comércio internacional tem sido abordado pelos geógrafos. Selecionamos autores sobretudo da geografia anglo-saxã e, em menor medida, francesa. Os trabalhos analisados foram agrupados da seguinte maneira: 1) textos de uma fase inicial, quando imperavam a descrição e o inventário; 2) textos escritos nas décadas de 1980 e 1990, quando cresce o debate sobre a globalização; e 3) textos mais recentes, escritos nas primeiras duas décadas do século XXI, atendendo à complexidade crescente do mundo contemporâneo e preocupados em avançar no caminho da teorização geográfica.
Broadband Millimeter-Wave Endfire Circularly Polarized Array With a Low-Profile Feeding Structure

In this communication, a broadband endfire circularly polarized (CP) antenna with a low-profile feeding structure is proposed for millimeter-wave (mmW) applications. The array element consists of a horizontally oriented printed electric dipole and a vertically aligned tapered slot radiator, exciting two orthogonal radiated electric-field components simultaneously. The amplitude and phase relationships between these two field components can be adjusted by balancing the response of the tapered slot and dipole radiators, thereby producing CP radiated wave. Importantly, a parasitic director is introduced near the printed dipole to compensate for the gain degradation of the dipole element at higher frequencies, thus significantly expanding the axial ratio (AR) bandwidth of the CP element. Compared with other reported endfire CP antennas, the proposed antenna owns a lower profile of feeding substrate (0.508mm ~ 0.056 λ0), making it amenable for convenient integration with planar front-end circuits. As demonstration, an 1 × 8 array prototype is designed and measured, exhibiting an impedance bandwidth of 42.1% (27.45 - 42.1 GHz) and a 3-dB AR bandwidth of 35.8% (27.5 - 39.5 GHz). The demonstrated CP array is a promising candidate for wideband mmW applications due to its advantages of wideband, ease of integration with planar circuits, and low fabrication cost.
Employability of Bachelor of Science in Fisheries Graduates at Marinduque State College-Department of Fisheries - Banuyo, Gasan, Marinduque

Employability of every Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) graduates is a measure of the competencies, skills and knowledge provided by a particular State University or College. This serve as the outcomes of how the graduates were being prepared and ready for the real job. Hence, it is a great responsibility of the Institutions to ensure their graduates meet market demands. This study primarily focus on the employability of Bachelor of Science in Fisheries graduates of Marinduque State College (MSC) – School of Fisheries and the extent of the contributory factors of the course that helped the graduates to be employed. A total of 205 graduates, with 162 or 79% were the respondents of the study. Modified Graduate Tracer Study (GTS) Questionnaire adapted from MSC and CHEd was utilized following the descriptive method of research. Results revealed that 70.20% of the respondents were employed on various types of occupations and 76.67 % of which were related on the course. The results further proved that MSC produces marketable and appropriately trained graduates with majority landing in course-related jobs within a short period after graduation. In terms of their academic-acquired skills and competencies, graduates believe that these are relevant which helped them to be more competent on their workplace and agreed that the course has conveyed positive impacts. However, expansion of tie-ups with other state universities and private entities is recommended to at least maintain the high employability level of the graduates.
Online Platforms: Towards An Information Tsunami with New Requirements on Moderation, Ranking, and Traceability

Ideally, online contracts are concluded by informed consumers. For 25 years the European Union is issuing an abundance of information requirements providers of online services have to comply with. We briefly touch upon the previously existing information requirements, and findings on the intersection of behavorial studies and consumer law, but primarily focus on new information requirements against the background of an online platform offering space for businesses to provide their service to consumers. We critically discuss new information requirements from the so-called Omnibus Directive 2019/2161 primarily regarding changes in Directive 2011/83/EU on consumer rights. Also, we analyze amendments to the Directive 2000/31/EC on e-commerce as proposed late 2020 in the Digital Services Act. We focus on what information should be communicated, how this information should be communicated, and at what moment. In our analysis our doubts about the value of all this information is apparent, and we question the need for and interest of consumers for all information. In the end we suggest of what we believe should be directly communicated to the consumer, and what could be available only to those consumers, probably quite few, who are really interested. Online platforms, consumer protection, information requirements, Digital Services Act
Drowsy Status Monitoring System based on Face Feature Analysis

With the advancement of autonomous driving technology, a driving status monitoring system gains increasing attraction in the mobility field. In this paper, we present a drowsy driving detection system using intelligent recognition of driving status. The proposed method first detects the driver's face, and then extracts face landmarks for face analysis. Drowsiness driving detection is performed by analyzing the following two characteristics based on the extracted landmarks: i) eye condition analysis based on pupil recognition and ii) head movement analysis based on the head pose. The proposed method used an efficient algorithm for real-time analysis, and the performance of the proposed method was evaluated using in-house datasets.
A Spectrum Sensing Method for Joint Air Operations

Spectrum sensing can effectively improve the electromagnetic situation awareness and avoid self interference in modern joint operations. This paper proposes a distributed spectrum sensing model which splits the non- command nodes of traditional spectrum sensing model into the secondary nodes and the thirdly nodes. Then a two times information fusion method based on energy sensing is used to reach the goal. The simulation results indication that this model improves the performance of spectrum sensing about3% and also greatly reduces the bandwidth congestion rates about 10% ~ 20% of command nodes under the same conditions so that the spectrum utilization is improved.