Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Impact of Organizational Citizenship Behaviour on Organizational Commitment: Evidence from University Faculty

The present research has been carried out to determine the OCB impact on OC (Organizational Commitment) among university teachers (faculty members). Positivism research philosophy and descriptive and causal comparative research design were employed in the study. Multistage sampling was employed in the study including 164 faculty members in Pokhara, Nepal as a sample size. Primary sources of data were used through questionnaires and statistical tools were employed as per the necessity to fulfil the research gap. The study revealed that sportsmanship behaviour denoted as OCBSPO was the least among university teachers in Pokhara. On the other hand, courtesy behaviour as denoted by OCB was perceived as the highest contributing factor of OCB. The study revealed a higher level of normative commitment (OCNOR) among the faculty members. The present study demonstrates that significant impact has been observed in civic virtue (OCBCIV) and courtesy (OCBCOU) and Civic Virtue (OCBCIV) dimensions on organizational commitment (OC). The research has policy implications as the findings of this research can be used by university authorities to further develop human resource policies. The future researcher needs to conduct research on the same area employing a larger sample, including different constructs and also to examine the impact of COVID-19 on organizational commitment.
Mercados emisores y competencia multicultural del profesional de turismo

The paper focuses on the need of diversifying the Cuban tourist market, in order to make it more competitive in view of the growing sociocultural diversity of its tourist source countries. It also emphasizes the necessity of taking the country's landscape and culture potentials into account to meet tourist expectations, so as to overcome the conventional sun and beach-based offers. The surmounting of this situation is linked to tourism professional's performance, which is, at the same time, closely related to the competences attained by the specialist in question. Consequently, Higher Education should develop a kind of competence which gets tourism professionals ready to face clients with growing multicultural characteristics. In search of a solution to this problem, the tourism syllabus used in Cuba and some syllabuses used in foreign universities were submitted to analysis. As a coda to this research, several tourism professionals from all over the island were interviewed in quest of correspondence between customers´ sociocultural characteristics and the competences required to meet their expectations. The results obtained confirm the need to develop multicultural competence.
Collaborative Governance in Investment Programs in Makassar City

Collaborative governance encourages cooperation and active participation among various parties. This study aims to analyze collaborative governance in investment programs in the city of Makassar. It uses a qualitative descriptive research method. Data collection was conducted through in-depth interviews, observations, and documentation studies. The research participants were actors involved in the investment program. Data sources included primary data obtained from observations and in-depth interviews, while secondary data were obtained from document searches. The results show that the collaborative governance process in the investment program in Makassar City is going well, as can be seen from the routine face-to-face dialogue as well as the trust that is built through the provision of information and evaluating services. Joint commitment is achieved by carrying out duties and functions. However, there are still apparatus human resources that have not participated in investment management training, which hinders the optimal implementation of the program. Meanwhile, shared understanding has been built through joint deliberations as a form of constraint discussion. The results of the investment program can be seen in the annual increase in domestic and foreign investment. Keywords: collaborative governance, investment program, capital investment
A Four-Dimensional Volumetric Quantification of the Left Ventricle in Healthy Pregnant Women in the Third Trimester

Background: Hemodynamic load and heart structural remodeling rise during pregnancy because these changes are physiologically necessary. Adaptations in the mother's circulatory system may either initiate or aggravate the development of cardiovascular disease in the offspring. If the body is unable to adjust to these changes, it may develop heart conditions like cardiomyopathy. There is a lack of third-trimester echocardiographic data on left ventricular (LV) volume and function in healthy Iraqi women. To understand the cardiac alterations that occur during normal pregnancy, a precise tool that evaluates cardiac function is needed. In that regard, the four-dimensional echocardiography (4DE) technique has markedly improved the quality and accuracy of assessing the size and function of the left ventricle. Aim: The present study aimed to assess LV volume and function in the third trimester of a healthy pregnancy using 4DE and to compare the results of LV assessment using 4DE with those of LV assessment using conventional two-dimensional (2D) echocardiography. Methods: The study was conducted on 75 healthy pregnant women (the case group) and 75 non-pregnant women (the control group). The participants attended Al-Fortat Teaching Hospital from April 1, 2022, to May 30, 2023, and had 2D and 4D echocardiographic studies performed on them. Results: The LV end-diastolic volume (EDV), end-systolic volume (ESV), and cardiac output (CO) were significantly increased in the case group compared to the control group (90.87 ± 18.03 ml vs. 62.64 ± 14.11 ml, P<0.001; 35.59 ± 6.52 ml vs. 22.42 ± 5.82 ml, P<0.001; and 4.87 ± 1.27 vs. 3.35 ± 0.87 L/m, P<0.001, respectively). In contrast, the LV ejection fraction (LVEF) was significantly decreased in the pregnant group compared to the control group (60.37 ± 5.42 % vs. 64.04 ± 4.99 %, P<0.01). Additionally, the study showed significant differences in EDV, ESV, ejection fraction (EF%), and CO (P<0.001) between 2D and 4D echocardiography, according to the Bland Altman test. Conclusion: In healthy pregnant women in their third trimester, there is an increase in the indicators of preload (ventricular volume and CO) and a decrease in EF%. The 4DE provides detailed images and information about cardiac volumes and function, allowing for the early detection of any potential problems that may arise during pregnancy and thus improving the health outcomes of both the mother and the developing fetus.
An Improved Active Damping Method for Enhancing Robustness of LCL-Type, Grid-Tied Inverters under Weak Grid Conditions

The conventional proportional-gain-feedback link can only obtain the smallest effective damping region (EDR) due to the control delay among all the active damping methods regarding the capacitor current feedback. The digitally controlled system tends to be unstable when the system resonant frequency reaches the critical frequency caused by the grid impedance variation. To weaken the adverse effect on the system caused by the control delay, phase-lead feedback links are applied along the feedback path to provide phase compensation. By taking the simplicity and reliability of the feedback links into account, this paper proposes an alternative to an ideal differentiator, which consists of the Tustin discrete form of ‘s’ and a digital low-pass filter. This proposed method has an identical phase frequency characteristic as an ideal differentiator but a better magnitude frequency characteristic, and its EDR can reach [0, fs/3]. The system stability analysis is conducted under different resonant frequencies, and under the condition of a weak grid, the co-design approach of the active damper and digital controller is presented. Finally, the experimental results are shown to verify the proposed method.
Recent Trends of Arsenic Contamination in Groundwater of Ballia District, Uttar Pradesh, India

Arsenic in the ground water is a worldwide problem as about 150 million people are at risk and more than 70 countries are suffering from this havoc. Arsenic is a carcinogen and responsible of various types of cancers. India is also having this problem in some parts including Ballia District, UP. The overall objective of this study is to study the mitigation of arsenic by using chemical data and GIS application. It is a GIS-based approach to monitor the changes in arsenic concentrations in different seasons in one year period. 100 samples were collected from deep, medium and shallow aquifer twice in pre-monsoon (April, 2010) and post-monsoon seasons (December, 2010). The samples were analyzed by atomic absorption spectrometer and correlated with geological features. A global positioning system (GPS) was used for locating the Sampling points, and a geographic information system was used for mapping and interpolation of point data to assess the spatial variation of arsenic. With the help of GIS the correlation between arsenic contamination with geological features and seasonal variation were analyzed. The arsenic concentrations in shallow, medium and deep aquifers were 14-820, 30-450 and 6-300 ppb in pre-monsoon. But in post-monsoon these values were 13-950, 10-600 and 2-500 ppb, respectively. The seasonal variations were analyzed indicating high arsenic concentrations in post-monsoon season. These results indicated that arsenic mitigation is from shallow to medium and deep aquifers. Besides, many people were found to show arsenical lesions in the affected area. The concentration of arsenic is found in all blocks of the study area. There was evidence of seasonal variation in concentrations of arsenic between pre and post-monsoon seasons. The concentrations of arsenic were higher in post-monsoon than pre-monsoon due to insufficient rainfall during study year.
Hepatocellular Carcinoma Genetic Classification

Abstract Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) represents a significant global burden, with management complicated by its heterogeneity, varying presentation, and relative resistance to therapy. Recent advances in the understanding of the genetic, molecular, and immunological underpinnings of HCC have allowed a detailed classification of these tumors, with resultant implications for diagnosis, prognostication, and selection of appropriate treatments. Through the correlation of genomic features with histopathology and clinical outcomes, we are moving toward a comprehensive and unifying framework to guide our diagnostic and therapeutic approach to HCC.
Changes in planktonic assemblages during sapropel S5 deposition: Evidence from Urania Basin area, eastern Mediterranean

[1] A micropaleontological study of planktonic assemblages on the partially laminated sapropel S5 (late Pleistocene, marine isotope stage (MIS) 5e) was performed in two piston cores from Urania Basin area (eastern Mediterranean, west of Crete): UM94PC16 and UM94PC31 recovered during a PALEOFLUX Project Cruise. The abundance of Florisphaera profunda indicates the development of a deep chlorophyll maximum (DCM) before the anoxic condition at bottom were established, whereas patterns of upper photic zone coccoliths suggest extreme oligotrophy in surface water. The short appearance of Globorotalia scitula and the presence of Globigerinoides ruber in the lower part of sapropel testify to a thermal stratification, also recorded by changes in primary producers. During G. scitula occurrence, diatoms, mainly represented by Pseudosolenia calcar-avis, appear and bloom because of their capability in using nutrients from DCM. Scanning electron microscope analyses performed on selected intervals from UM94PC16 show that the sapropel is organized in microlaminae mostly composed by siliceous microfossils. In particular, sapropel S5 could be related to an enhanced nutrient availability in the lower-middle part of the photic zone, stratified conditions, and a higher continental input.
Resprouting Response among Savanna Tree Species in Relation to Stem Size, Woody Removal Intensity and Herbicide Application

Mechanical and chemical methods are widely used to control woody plant encroachment in many African countries. However, very little is known about the effectiveness of these control methods among woody species of different ages. We conducted a field experiment to determine the effects of different tree removal treatments (10%, 20%, 50%, 75% and 100%) and herbicide application (Picloram; 6 mL L−1) on the resprouting ability and vigour of 12 woody plant species. We examined 20 plots (30 m × 30 m) that were each subjected to tree removal, followed by herbicide application on half of the stems for each plot. All the tree species in this study resprouted after cutting. The applied concentration of herbicide significantly reduced the shoot production for Ehretia rigida, Vachellia robusta and Ziziphus mucronata, with a marginal effect for Dichrostachys cinerea. The diameter of stems was an important factor in determining resprouting ability, with shoot production decreasing with increasing stem diameter. However, stem diameter did not affect shoot length and diameter for all species. We found that woody plants are more likely to resprout and survive as juveniles than as adults after cutting and that herbicide only affected four of the twelve species at a concentration of 6 mL L−1. Thus, testing the amount of Picloram needed to kill certain woody species may be of importance for land users in southern African savannas.
Improved polarimetric calibration using a microcontroller-driven rotating analyzer

We outfitted a polarimetric microgrid sensor with standard c-mounted lenses and observed inconsistencies in the linear polarimetric response across the focal plane, particularly in the corners. We provide details of our polarimetric image calibration process to mitigate these inconsistencies and display processed results. Standard dark correction and gain calibration improved intensity uniformity, but polarized Mueller calibration was needed to correct variability in polarimetric response at the pixel level. We improved our Mueller calibration process through the addition of an Arduino-controlled rotating analyzer to capture uniform polarimetric scenes. This made the Mueller data collection process significantly easier, more repeatable, and resulted in improved polarimetric Stokes products. Details of the device and examples of how it improved results are shared.
A Systematic Review of Agile-Adaptive Balanced Scorecard and Sustainable Performance: Bibliometric, and Future Direction

While sustainability initiatives have gained recognition and significance in modern organizations, they often encounter obstacles within firms, especially SMEs. Consequently, the adoption of integrated tools like AABSC has become crucial, replacing traditional BSC tools, to empower managers to make informed decisions amid sudden economic fluctuations. However, the adoption of AABSC remains limited in the literature review and is still in the process of dissemination and adoption by scholars and researchers. Therefore, this study aims to analyze the literature that has adopted AABSC in developing countries, particularly to focus on SMEs. The research methodology involved a systematic review of the ScienceDirect, IEEE, Scopus, and Web of Science databases from 2010 to 2021, resulting in the gathering of 1,841 papers. These articles were then filtered based on inclusion and exclusion criteria defined in the systematic review protocol. From the findings, a total of 39 articles were selected and divided into four distinct categories. The first category encompasses MAS, accounting for 20.50%, followed by AABSC at 10.26%. The third category pertains to sustainable performance, representing 30.77%, while the final category consists of Hybrid Studies, accounting for 38.46%. Nevertheless, the systematic review also highlights the necessity for more rigorous evaluations regarding the adoption of AABSC. This research has implications for both the body of knowledge and practice, as it sheds light on the outcomes and potential benefits of implementing AABSC in developing country firms, particularly SMEs.
Validación de un inventario para la medición de la actividad física habitual en escolares (IAFHE)

La finalidad de la presente investigacion es la validacion de una escala para evaluar el nivel de actividad fisica habitual en escolares de ensenanza primaria de edades comprendidas entre 10 y 12 anos. Para ello se realizo una adaptacion del “Inventario de Actividad Fisica Habitual en Adolescentes (IAFHA) validado por Velandrino y cols. (2005). Nuestra escala respeta la propuesta inicial y mantiene la misma estructura, ya que aborda tres momentos principales de la vida cotidiana de los escolares: actividad fisica escolar, actividad fisica en ocio y tiempo libre y actividad fisico-deportiva voluntaria. A partir de una muestra de 565 escolares realizamos el correspondiente analisis psicometrico, obteniendo una fi abilidad global de a = 0.8634 y una validez de constructo aceptable mediante analisis factorial con rotacion varimax.
Review of long term macro-fauna movement by multi-mecadal warming trends in the Northeastern Pacific

Worldwide marine ecosystems are continuously responding to changes in the physical environment at diverse spatial and temporal scales. In addition to the seasonal cycle, other natural patterns occur at the interannual scale, such as El Nino-La Nina Southern Oscillation (ENSO) with a period of about three to five years (Wang & Fiedler, 2006). When ocean conditions stay above or below the long-term average for periods of 10 to 20 years we recognize decadal fluctuations (Mantua et al., 1997), and those with periods longer than 50 years are known as regime (Lluch-Belda et al., 1989). On the ocean, marine populations respond to these variations in different ways, such as changes in their distribution and abundance. Evidence suggests that this multi-decadal scale climate variations are cyclic, which generates recurrent changes in the production level of marine ecosystems in ways that may favor one species or a group over another. Abrupt changes between multi-decadal phases are known as regime shifts (Overland et al., 2008). The best documented regime shift in the North Pacific occurred in the mid-1970, with strong physical and biological signals, including ocean productivity (Ebbesmeyer, et al., 1991; Roemmich & McGowan, 1995), strong biomass and distribution changes in sardine and anchovy populations (Kawasaki, 1983; Lluch-Belda et al., 1989), and several other fish populations (Beamish et al., 1993; Mantua et al., 1997; Holbrook et al., 1997). These changes impacted marine food webs and ultimately affected the distribution and survival of marine top predators such as seabirds and marine mammals (Trites & Larkin, 1996; Veit et al., 1997; Trites et al., 2007). In this work we review published reports on long term macro-fauna (nekton) movements as related to multi-decadal temperature trends in the Northeastern Pacific.
Converting to organic agriculture—Danish farmers' views and motivations

Abstract Expanded organic food production has been an issue of public debate in Denmark since its promotion by two government-sponsored plans. Yet the number of organic farms, constituting 5% of alt Danish farms, is still small. Farmers' attitudes and motivations around converting their farms to organic agriculture were surveyed in the counties of Ribe and Vestsjœlland in order to assess the feasibility of expansion. New organic farmers come either from the ranks of conventional farmers or from ‘beginners’ who initiate organic agriculture from the start. Only 7% of conventional farmers plan to convert their farms by the year 2003, but beginners will have increasing importance and augment the number. Farmers most frequently mentioned consideration for the environment as a reason for conversion. A considerable expansion of organic agriculture will be difficult, due to an insufficient number of farmers interested in organic agriculture. A high number of less productive hobby or spare-time farmers among new organic farmers also hinders expanded organic food production. Organic agriculture shows parallels to conventional agriculture, with a surplus of very small and very large farms, regional specialisation, and oil-farm specialisation.
The impact of perceived school climate on exercise behavior engagement among obese adolescents: a dual mediation effect test of exercise benefits and perseverance qualities

Introduction This study explores the relationship between perceived school climate and exercise behavior among obese adolescents, as well as the multiple mediating effects of perseverance qualities and exercise benefits. Methods A survey was conducted on 586 obese adolescents in Beijing, with an age range of 13–18 years old and an average age of 15.40 ± 1.824, among who 337 were male, 249 were female, 303 were high school students and 238 were middle school students. A standard scale was used to evaluate perceived school climate, exercise benefits, perseverance qualities, and exercise behaviors. The data was analyzed by independent samples t-test, bivariate correlation analysis, descriptive statistical analysis, and structural equation model (SEM). Results (1) Perceived school climate among obese adolescents positively predicted exercise behavior (Z = 2.870, p < 0.01), perseverance qualities (Z = 3.107, p < 0.01) and exercise benefits (Z = 4.290, p < 0.001); perseverance qualities positively predicted exercise behavior in obese adolescents (Z = 4.431, p < 0.001); exercise benefits positively predicted the obese adolescents’ exercise behavior (Z = 4.267, p < 0.001). (2) Perseverance qualities (Z = 2.282, 95% CI [0.032, 0.191], [0.028, 0.179]) and exercise benefits (Z = 2.518, 95% CI [0.060, 0.287], [0.053, 0.271]) play a mediating role in the obese adolescents’ perceived school climate and exercise behavior, respectively. These two factors have parallel multiple mediating effects between obese adolescents’ perceived school climate and exercise behavior, with mediating effects accounting for 16 and 25%, respectively. The mediating effect of exercise benefits is greater than that of perseverance qualities. (3) There is no difference in the specific indirect effects of perseverance qualities and exercise benefits (Z = −0.800, 95% CI [− 0.198, 0.064], [−0.190, 0.068]). Conclusion Obese adolescents’ perception of school climate can effectively enhance their motivation to participate in exercise behavior and indirectly influence exercise behavior through exercise benefits and perseverance qualities, cultivate good physical exercise behavior among obese adolescents, and effectively prevent and intervene in the occurrence of obesity.