jimnoneill/paper-to-field-training huggingface dataset:
Households Saving Mobility in Poland

Field: Economics, Econometrics and Finance (Social Sciences)

In this paper we analyse the saving mobility of Polish households, e.g. the mobility of households between classes of different saving rates. The analysis is based on the household budget panel data of 3001 Polish households surveyed in the same month during four consecutive years. The panel sample group was selected by authors from 30 000 households' surveyed by Polish Central Statistical Office each year. We apply the Markov mobility matrices. The long term ergodic structure of households with regard to saving rates is estimated. It illustrates the probability of a household to fall into one of the saving rates range. Our results show that during four consecutive years (1997-2000), one third of the households which saved less than 20% of the household disposable income remained in their class. In the class of households that saved more than 20% of the household disposable income half of the households kept these high saving rates. In the long term, the probability of falling into a group of households with lowest saving is 0.2. Groups falling into -20% to -5% and -5% to 5% saving rates would be the least numerous. The highest probability (0.3) was to get into a group that saved more than 20% of the household disposable income. It shows the tendency towards polarization of the households with regard to saving rates.
Strategic Analysis of the Edinburgh FCTT: A Framework for Research

Field: Business, Management and Accounting (Social Sciences)

Edinburgh's festivals are world renowned for their eclecticism. As their number grew and reach widened the coordination of the festivals became a complex and demanding organisational task for managers, and venue owners/operators introduced greater professionalism to tackle the challenges. With an increasing number of stakeholders and growing national and international competition, festival venue operators embraced managerialism in organisational processes. Economic realism (rather than social welfare) was upgraded to inform the ethos in any public spending and privatisations in services were introduced in line with galloping commercialisation in leisure consumption. Edinburgh's festival venue organisers have not been immune to rapid structural changes in Britain. The paper seeks to a) present the conceptual underpinnings and methodological framework for evaluating the circumstances faced by a major festival venue operator, the Edinburgh Festival City Theatres' Trust (FCTT), (as perceived by its key internal and external stakeholders) and b) to discuss the use of such a framework for facilitating strategic option decisions. The case study methodology proposed allows the in-depth analysis of the venue organisation's goals and any risks jeopardising their achievement as well as perceived structural and environmental circumstances. Other cultural organisations may also utilise this approach to strategic analysis for organisational development. The paper concludes with a reflection upon the research framework, challenges faced and lessons learnt while utilising it out for the FCTT.
<title>Evanescent wave coupling in millimeter-wave antenna design</title>

Field: Engineering (Physical Sciences)

Dielectric planar waveguides have been proven to be useful for MMW devices such as fixed beam or beam-steering antennas. Previously we developed several antennas comprising planar dielectric and semiconductor waveguides. To form the beam inside the planar waveguide we used a feed based on tunnel coupling between the dielectric rod waveguide and the planar waveguide. In this paper we are presenting a simple analysis for this coupling and comparing it with the experiment.
Genomic studies of contemporary processes in wild populations

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences (Life Sciences)

Genomic tools can greatly facilitate our understanding of wild populations. For the purposes of ecology and conservation, the most pertinent insights into wild populations are those that are contemporary. Much of the genetic-based research on wild populations has been derived from a population genetic framework resulting in historically derived summary statistics. These statistics are undoubtedly useful for understanding things such as effective dispersal and population structuring. However, they provide little indication to processes affecting populations within existing generations. One way to overcome this is to work at the individual level and consolidate the findings to improve understanding at the population level. For individual-based genetic studies, it is essential to be able to identify unique individuals and obtain reliable inferences of relatedness. Molecular markers must therefore possess qualities that make them suitable for identifying individuals and inferring relatedness between them. \n \nThis dissertation first describes the development of a set of 96 single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) designed to infer relatedness between individuals in the Scandinavian brown bear population. The SNPs were used to study three contemporary features through relatedness inferences and pedigree reconstruction based on noninvasively collected samples: population size, natal dispersal distances, and fine-scale spatial structuring. These three studies are all based on new methods, one developed by Creel and Rosenblatt (2013) but empirically tested here, and the other two first developed for this dissertation. Using these methods, I successfully identified contemporary characteristics of a wild population. These methods can easily be applied to other species of ecological and conservation interest.
EFEKTIVITAS PELAKSANAAN PROGRAM BKR DI DESA AIR LESING KECAMATAN MUARA BELITI KABUPATEN MUSI RAWAS

Field: Social Sciences (Social Sciences)

Based on the motivation aspect of the members, it is not seen that the quality assessment of the quality of the Youth Family Development cadres is positive, while the empowerment aspect of the members is also not maximal in the application of trust and communication to the cadre members of the Youth Family Development from the organizing committee. So it can be concluded that the motivation of members and empowerment of members of Air Lesing Village Youth Families is not effective.
[Rickettsiaceae infections and fluoroquinolones].

Field: Medicine (Health Sciences)

Twenty nine patients with Rickettsiosis (Tick born fever, n: 22, Q fever, n: 7) has been treated with fluoroquinolones. These compounds was used alone n: 25 (Pefloxacin, n: 15; Ofloxacin, n: 10) or associated n: 4 (Pefloxacin + Rifampin). The general efficacy was excellent. Common Tick born fever and pulmonary forms of Q fever was fast cured. Severe Tick born fever (neurologic or polyvisceral forms, n: 5) and Q fever with long term hyperthermia, n: 4 cas always cured without complications but the time necessary to obtain apyrexia was often longer (6 cases).
Parametric interaction of space-charge waves in thin-film semiconductor structures

Field: Physics and Astronomy (Physical Sciences)

The general theory of parametric coupling between space-charge waves and drifting charge carriers in thin-film semiconductor structures has been worked out. This theory is applicable, in particular, to n-GaAs and n-InP semiconductors with negative differential conductance due to intervalley electron transitions under high electric fields. We started from the electrodynamic theory of waveguide excitation by extraneous currents, which was extended for arbitrary waveguide structures with composite active media. Our theory makes it possible to study parametric interaction between space-charge waves in semiconductor films with regard for boundary conditions, diffusion, the anisotropy and the frequency dispersion of the differential electron mobility, as well as the multifrequency and multimode nature of a wave process in thin-film structures.
High Quality Molecular Beam Epitaxial Regrowth of ZnSe on Se-Modified (100) GaAs Surfaces

Field: Materials Science (Physical Sciences)

We show that high quality MBE regrowth of ZnSe can be achieved on (100) GaAs surfaces that have been passivated outside the regrowth chamber with aqueous selenides. Good epitaxial regrowth of ZnSe on these Se-modified GaAs surfaces could be seen by reflection high energy electron diffraction and lattice images obtained by transmission electron microscopy reveal GaAs/ZnSe interfaces free of structural defects. We also show that these regrown interfaces are of high electronic quality with photoluminescence intensity measurements. The relatively low regrowth temperatures (270 and 350°C) combined with the wide band gap of ZnSe should make our scheme attractive for regrowth on many GaAs-based devices.
Empowering Social Growth Through Virtual Reality–Based Intervention for Children With Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder: 3-Arm Randomized Controlled Trial (Preprint)

Field: Medicine (Health Sciences)

BACKGROUND

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) usually begins in childhood and is often accompanied by impairments in social functioning. Virtual reality (VR) has emerged as an adjunctive tool to embed in social skills training to enhance the social skills of children with ADHD, but its effectiveness requires further investigation.

OBJECTIVE

This study aims to enhance the social skills of children with ADHD by examining the feasibility and effectiveness of VR-based training in comparison to traditional social skills training.

METHODS

A 3-arm randomized controlled trial was conducted with 90 children with ADHD aged 6-12 years. Participants were randomly assigned to 3 weeks of 12-session VR-based social skills training, traditional social skills training, or a waitlist control group of equivalent duration. Outcome measures included assessments by a clinical psychologist who was blinded to group assignments, the Social Skills Improvement System Rating Scale, the Behavior Rating Inventory of Executive Function, and the Simulator Sickness Questionnaire, conducted at baseline and after the intervention.

RESULTS

The preliminary results support the feasibility and acceptability of VR training for children with ADHD aged 6-12 years. Analysis showed that the VR and traditional social skills training groups experienced a statistically significant improvement in the clinical psychologist assessment of social skills and parent-rated self-control, initiative, and emotional control after the intervention compared with baseline. The VR group performed significantly better than the traditional social skills group on social skills assessed by clinical psychologists (<i>F</i><sub>2,85</sub>=76.77; <i>P</i><.001) and on parent-rated self-control (<i>F</i><sub>2,85</sub>=18.77; <i>P</i><.001), initiative (<i>F</i><sub>2,85</sub>=11.93; <i>P</i><.001), and emotional control (<i>F</i><sub>2,85</sub>=17.27; <i>P</i><.001). No significant between-group differences were found for parent-rated cooperation and inhibition (all <i>P</i>>.05).

CONCLUSIONS

The findings provide preliminary evidence supporting the feasibility and superior effectiveness of VR-based social skills training compared to traditional approaches for enhancing social skills and related executive functions in children with ADHD. These results suggest that VR may be a valuable tool to embed within social skills interventions for this population. Further research is warranted to explore the long-term impacts and generalizability of these benefits.

CLINICALTRIAL

ClinicalTrials.gov NCT05778526; https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT05778526

INTERNATIONAL REGISTERED REPORT

RR2-10.2196/48208
The influence of cooperative learning models on learning outcomes based on students’ learning styles

Field: Social Sciences (Social Sciences)

ABSTRACT: This article reports on quasi-experimental research. The aims of this research were to examine: 1) which model of cooperative learning (TAI or STAD) is suitable for improving student learning outcomes; 2) whether the learning outcomes of mathematics students who have a visual learning style taught by the TAI type model is better than when they are taught with the STAD model; 3) whether the learning outcomes of mathematics students who have an auditory learning style taught by the TAI type model are better than when they are taught with the STAD model; 4) whether the learning outcomes of mathematics students who have a kinaesthetic learning style taught by the TAI type model are better than when they are taught with the STAD model; and 5) whether the learning outcomes of students who have a visual learning style are better than for students with an auditory or kinaesthetic learning style. The results of the learning outcomes of mathematics by students who were taught by the TAI and STAD cooperative learning model types show that there are no significant differences in terms of the visual, auditory and kinaesthetic learning styles.
Planning the process of training psychomotor skills in students of the faculty of security sciences within the professional-applied training

Field: Social Sciences (Social Sciences)

In this article, the results of the study regarding the theoretical foundation of the professional-applicative training of the future specialists of the public order and security system in the university environment, which highlights the need to respect an optimal amount of time, that fully frames the qualitative assimilation of practical skills. In the training of specialists in the system of force and public security structures, professional-applicative training represents a complex psycho-pedagogical process, aimed at ensuring training in various theoretical-practical professional fields, of which specific physical training and hand-to-hand combat are mandatory compartments throughout the training period. studies, as it complements the individual fund of skills and psychomotor skills useful from a professional point of view. From this point of view, the students' skills are conditioned by the quality of the design of the curricular objectives and the programming of the didactic contents in order to capitalize on the professional skills and capacities in a limited time within the volume of the study program. The study of methodological-scientific sources and methodological bases regarding the initial and continuous training in the field of professional-applicative training in the sphere of security and law and order concerned curricula, guides and thematic plans of the study subjects and of the physical training departments and self-defense of the "Ștefan cel Mare" Academy of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Moldova, of the "Alexandru Ioan Cuza" Police Academy from Romania, of the Protection and State Guard Service and the Faculty of Protection, Guard and Security of the University of State of Physical Education and Sport from the Republic of Moldova.
The Law Commission's Project on Weddings Law Reform

Field: Social Sciences (Social Sciences)

The Law Commission has consulted on provisional proposals for reform of the law governing how and where couples can get married in England and Wales. This article gives an overview of those proposals, with particular focus on religious weddings, including Anglican weddings. It examines proposed changes to each aspect of the process of getting married, from the preliminaries to the people required to officiate at the wedding, the permitted locations and the rules governing the content of the ceremony. The article argues that the legal status of marriage itself is highly flexible, recognising a range of unions. The proposed reforms aim to reflect the diverse range of views about the meaning of marriage, and ensure that the way in which the law recognises a legally binding wedding fits with the many different traditions according to which religious groups celebrate the formation of marriage.
Quality of career dialogues in higher vocational educationA case study

Field: Social Sciences (Social Sciences)

Principles of competence based education in the Netherlands show the significance of good career counseling, especially the importance of career dialogues. To date, there is little insight into such conversations between student and career counsellor. The aim of this case study was to gain insight into the quality of career dialogues in higher vocational education, at the study for Cesar therapy. Therefore, the career oriented attitude, reflection and self regulation (of students) in career dialogues was measured among fourth year students and their counselors, and compared to second year students. Furthermore the relationship between student and counsellor was investigated. Results show that counsellors mainly regulated conversations, that there were just a few reflections and that little attention was paid to career oriented topics. Furthermore, it is suggested that there exist a discrepancy between what are good career dialogues according to students and counsellors and which is qualitatively good according to the literature. Finally, no clear difference between second year students and fourth year students has been found.
Development and Evaluation of a Prototype Self-Propelled Crop Sprayer for Agricultural Sustainability in Small Farms

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences (Life Sciences)

In most Asian countries, farmers have smallholdings ranging from one to two hectares. The tractor-mounted boom sprayers cannot practically be used in small size farms with divided plots and complex terrain. To cope with these issues, a prototype self-propelled crop sprayer was developed, including a 20-hp engine, 300 L liquid tank, and hydraulically-controlled spray boom with eight hollow cone nozzles. The spray symmetry of the hollow cone nozzle was evaluated under four pressures (2.5, 3, 3.5, and 4 bar) in the laboratory. The operating parameters of the sprayer, such as forward speed (4, 6, and 8 km h−1), spray height (40, 55, and 70 cm), and pressure (3, 5, and 7 bar) were optimized by measuring three spray characteristics including droplet density, coverage percentage, and Volume Median Diameter (VMD) in the cotton field. The results revealed that the nozzle spray was symmetrical at 2.5 and 3 bar pressure as the R2 value was higher than 0.96. The field test result showed that in all treatments, treatments T14 (6 km h−1, 55 cm, 5 bar) and T22 (8 km h−1, 55 cm, 3 bar) were suitable for spraying medium-to-low concentration solution (post-emergence herbicides and fungicides) and high concentration solution (insecticides and pre-emergence herbicides), respectively. The spray characteristics at treatments T14 and T22 were 64.7 droplets cm−2, 26.7%, 230 µm, and 39 droplets cm−2, 14.9%, and 219.8 µm respectively. The field efficiency of the sprayer was 61%. The spraying cost per unit area was 55–64% less compared to manual labor cost. In conclusion, a prototype self-propelled crop sprayer is an efficient and environment-friendly technology for small farms. Operating the sprayer at the optimal parameters also saves operational costs and time.
The Influence of Alpha-Lipoic Acid on Fiber Type Distribution and Cross Sectional Area of Rat Diabetic Skeletal Muscle

Field: Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics (Life Sciences)

Background and Aims: Morphological changes of diabetic skeletal muscles are induced by diabetic neuropathy. Increased oxidative stress and impaired antioxidant defense are important machanisms in the pathogenesis of diabetic neuromyopathy. Since it has been demonstrated that alpha-lipoic acid (LA) is a potent biological antioxidant the aim of our study was to determine the influence of alpha-lipoic acid on the the process of muscle regeneration. Material and methods:Two-months-old male Wistar rats were made diabetic by a single intraperitoneal injection of streptozotocin (STZ). Regeneration process was induced in slow (m.soleus, SOL) and fast (m.extensor digitorum longus, EDL) muscles by injection of local anesthetic (bupivacain). All groups of rats (control, untreated diabetic and treated diabetic) were treated with LA (50 mg/kg). Skeletal muscles were analysed (fibre cross areas and fibre type distribution) 10 days, 4 and 8 weeks after bupivacaine treatment. Results: M. Soleus - After 4 weeks of diabetes the percentage of type I fibers in SOL muscles was significantly lower in respect to control group, while the percentage of type I and IIA of muscle fibers in the diabetic group treated with LA was similar to these in control group. The fibre cross areas of type IIA diabetic muscle fibers are significant smaller in respect to normal muscles. After 4 weeks of treatment, the fibre cross areas of type I and type IIA diabetic muscle fibers were significantly higher. M. Extensor Digitorum Longus - Diabetic untreated muscles, 4 weeks after regeneration, showed statisticaly increased percentage of type IIX fibers. In diabetic EDL muscles treated with LA were statisticaly more fibers type I and IIB. The cross areas of all fibre types in diabetic EDL muscles were significantly smaller than in control muscles. In diabetic group treated with LA the fibre cross areas were significantly higher than in diabetic group. Conclusions: These results suggest that treatment with LA can restore fiber type distribution and cross sectional areas induced by diabetes mellitus in regenerating slow and fast skeletal muscles.
Mine Closure 2019 Volume II. Proceedings of the 13th International Conference on Mine Closure

Field: Environmental Science (Physical Sciences)

The Thirteenth International Conference on Mine Closure returns to Perth, Australia where it was first held in 2006. Since then Mine Closure has become a necessary focus of mining and, with a global revival in the mining industry, the topic of Mine Closure is now more relevant than ever. Minimising financial costs while satisfying stakeholder expectations and achieving sustainable closure are now considered essential in planning the mining process.
The material to be presented at this year’s Mine Closure conference, and the information contained in the conference Proceedings will provide assistance to owners, operators and consultants who are currently facing the challenges of managing, or planning for, closure of mines. The themes covered in this year’s conference once again deal with key, perennial issues such as planning and financing mine closure with consideration of issues such as community engagement, rehabilitation and remediation providing key topics. Fundamental matters such as how to achieve much sought after relinquishment, and the vexing issue of how to deal with and manage legacy sites along with concerns of ongoing liabilities are all considered in the conference and these proceedings. The section on stakeholders and community engagement emphasises the priority that ever more companies are giving to considerations of social performance. Finally, a number of well documented Case Studies provide information on how specific and sometimes unique challenges have been addressed.
The information contained in the Proceedings contains information and ideas that will be of continuing interest and use by planners, designers, contractors, operators, owners and regulators alike. In a rapidly evolving field such as Mine Closure, the benefits of having a truly international representation of delegates, such as at Mine Closure 2019, is evident from the quality and variety of topics covered in these Proceedings.
Days of Glory and Outside the Law: Counter-Historical Remembrances

Field: Arts and Humanities (Social Sciences)

French mainstream cinema has always celebrated and memorialized the resistance and heroism of white French soldiers and citizens, overlooking the decisive and vital contributions of the colonized to the independence of France and Europe in general from the Nazi regime. This erasure of the subaltern is the product of a Eurocentric History (with capital H) that “Appropriates the cultural and material production of non-Europeans while denying both their achievements and its own appropriation.” (Shohat and Stam 1994: pp 2, 3) Yet, via their films, French-Maghrebi filmmakers challenge and deconstruct such Eurocentric History through counter-filmmaking, screening a revisionist programme of alternative remembrance.