jimnoneill/paper-to-field-training huggingface dataset:
Pre-service primary school mathematics teachers’ beliefs on mathematics assessment

Field: Arts and Humanities (Social Sciences)

Assessment is an important component in learning mathematics. The practice of mathematics assessment is influenced by teachers' beliefs about the assessment. This study aims to explore the beliefs of primary school mathematics teachers regarding mathematics assessment. The research used quantitative research methods using survey methods to 71 prospective elementary school mathematics teachers. Confidence data regarding mathematics assessment was collected using closed and open questionnaires based on a framework of productive beliefs and unproductive beliefs. Data from closed questionnaires were analyzed using descriptive statistics. Meanwhile, open questionnaire data were analyzed using deductive coding method based on productive and unproductive beliefs. The results showed that prospective elementary school mathematics teachers held mixed beliefs in mathematics assessment. On the one hand, it can be said that the beliefs of prospective elementary school mathematics teachers regarding mathematics assessment tend to be contradictory. These results imply the importance of an attempt to intervene in the beliefs of prospective elementary school mathematics teachers regarding mathematics assessment. Thus, assessment practice can lead to productive assessment, which is to encourage meaningful mathematics learning.
Isaiah 1-39

Field: Arts and Humanities (Social Sciences)

Book Review| March 01 1983 Isaiah 1-39 Isaiah 1-39, R. E. Clements. James Limburg James Limburg Search for other works by this author on: This Site Google Journal of Biblical Literature (1983) 102 (1): 136–137. https://doi.org/10.2307/3260765 Cite Icon Cite Share Icon Share Facebook Twitter LinkedIn MailTo Permissions Search Site Citation James Limburg; Isaiah 1-39. Journal of Biblical Literature 1 March 1983; 102 (1): 136–137. doi: https://doi.org/10.2307/3260765 Download citation file: Zotero Reference Manager EasyBib Bookends Mendeley Papers EndNote RefWorks BibTex toolbar search Search Dropdown Menu toolbar search search input Search input auto suggest filter your search All Scholarly Publishing CollectiveSBL PressJournal of Biblical Literature Search Advanced Search The text of this article is only available as a PDF. Article PDF first page preview Close Modal You do not currently have access to this content.
Welcome to IOP SciNotes—a new open access journal for short research outputs across the physical and environmental sciences

Field: Computer Science (Physical Sciences)

Abstract IOP SciNotes is a peer-reviewed, open access journal from IOP Publishing that enables researchers across the physical and environmental sciences to publish shorter research results (and other related outputs) which may not be suited to the traditional full-length journal article format. Adopting open science practices IOP SciNotes has been designed to provide authors with publication credit for individual stages or units of their research work, allowing anyone to validate, share and discover a wider range of scientific material associated with the research process.
Diagnostic, prognostic and therapeutic aspects of apelin in cardiovascular diseases

Field: Medicine (Health Sciences)

Biological markers have been thoroughly incorporated into clinical practice as a convenient and simple method for diagnosing and monitoring the condition of patients. The analysis of biomarkers has found its niche in oncology; however, their application in cardiovascular diseases is still in its infancy. Studies on apelin indicate the potential diagnostic and prognostic significance of the assessment of this marker in patients with cardiovascular diseases. The beneficial effect of apelin on the heart and blood vessels allows us to consider this marker as a therapeutic target. The combination of apelin with other biological markers, particularly brain natriuretic peptide and its precursor, may increase the predictive value of apelin.
Design of single stage single switch switch mode rectifier based on equal area criterion

Field: Engineering (Physical Sciences)

The family of power factor corrected (PFC) switching power supplies normally consists of two stages in the power circuit, viz. the input PFC stage and the output dc-dc converter stage. By integrating the PFC stage and dcdc converter stage using a single switch, the new class of power supplies known as single stage single switch switch mode rectifier (S4SMR) has been emerged. A major problem associated with the S4SMR is strong dependency of DC bus voltage stress with the output load. A design solution to avoid this problem is presented by suitable selection of boost inductor using equal area criterion (EAC) and by implementing closed loop control. Converter topology is selected in such a way that the input PFC stage is discontinuous current mode (DCM) boost converter and the output stage is continuous mode converter providing wide band width response. Analytical expressions are derived for boost inductance, critical inductance of output flyback converter, and voltage transfer function. Based on this a 100 W, 230 V, 50 Hz A.C / 50 V D.C S4 SMR was designed, fabricated and tested. Simulation results using SABER software package and actual test results are compared and analyzed. The problem of voltage stress was found almost eliminated.
From Absolute Invisibility to Extreme Visibility: Emancipation Trajectory of Migrant Women in the Netherlands

Field: Social Sciences (Social Sciences)

After years of invisibility, the position of migrant women from Islamic countries now forms the core of the Dutch discourse on integration and emancipation. This article presents the downside of this visibility by showing that it is situated within a growing culturalist discourse. In addition to being culturalist, this discourse focuses on the shortcomings of migrants and is flavoured with a touch of new realism in its argument that it is a right to break the taboos of migrants. More visibility for migrant women will not help their empowerment if the basic assumptions of the dominant discourse are not challenged. Through presenting a case study, this article shows how this visibility can even strengthen the border between the Dutch as ‘emancipated self’ and Islamic migrants as the ‘unemancipated other’. In so doing it reinforces boundaries instead of alliances, isolation instead of empowerment, and suppression instead of emancipation.
Research on the Forecast of the Combined GRU Model Based on the Optimized Bat Algorithm in the Bank Transaction Volume

Field: Computer Science (Physical Sciences)

The accurate prediction of the transaction volume of the core accounting system is of great significance to the stable operation of commercial banks. After fully investigating the transaction volume history of the core accounting system and discovering the unique time-series attributes of the data, this study proposes a transaction volume prediction model of the core accounting system of commercial banks based on the improved bat algorithm and the optimized gating loop unit neural network. The chaos algorithm, reverse learning, evolution, and search mechanisms are implemented to improve the search efficiency of solving the global optimization problem, to overcome the shortcomings of the original bat algorithm, such as early maturation and easily falling into the trap of a local optimal solution, and to enhance the algorithm’s optimization ability and precision. Moreover, the bat algorithm’s optimization ability is fully utilized, and the optimal parameters of the GRU model, such as network layers and neural units, are determined. Finally, the effectiveness of the combination model is evaluated using historical transaction data from the core accounting system stored in a bank data warehouse. The experimental results show that the improved combined GRU model performs well in mean squared error, root mean squared error, and mean absolute error, which is superior to the original GRU model and the traditional time-series forecasting ARMA model. The proposed combined model can be effectively applied to the transaction volume prediction of the core accounting system of commercial banks.
Gender differences and factors affecting publication productivity among Australian university academics

Field: Social Sciences (Social Sciences)

This article examines gender differences in publication productivity and factors correlated with high productivity in Australian universities, during the periods 1991–3 and 2005–7. Measured as a weighted sum of books and journal articles, females reported significantly fewer publications than men during both periods. Gender differences appear to have reduced over time, with female publishing increasing from 57 percent of the male average in 1991–3 to 76 percent in 2005–7. Statistical analyses reveal that women published at similar levels to men of equal rank during both periods, except among Level A staff in 1991–3 where males published significantly more. Academic rank, doctorate qualifications, research time and international research collaboration were the strongest factors positively associated with publication productivity, but women typically reported significantly lower levels on each of these factors. Institutional and family characteristics were comparably poor predictors.
The Oro-pharyngeal articulation of nasal vowels: Problems and perspectives

Field: Arts and Humanities (Social Sciences)

This paper outlines the prospectus for an instrumentallybased approach to the articulation of nasal vowels. Complexity in the acoustics of nasal vowels has long been acknowledged but complexity in their articulation has received less attention. A growing body of research suggests that velopharyngeal opening (VPO) is complementedby other articulatorygestures which may enhance or counteract the acoustic outcomes of VPO. In this paper, some of the fundamental considerations of this research are clarified and challenges for future work are described.
Pengembangan E-Modul Berbasis Chemo-Entrepreneurship (CEP) pada Materi Koloid untuk Meningkatkan Hasil Belajar dan Minat Berwirausaha Peserta Didik Kelas XI

Field: Arts and Humanities (Social Sciences)

This research is a Chemo-Entrepreneurship (CEP)-based E-Module development research on colloidal material which aims to improve learning outcomes and interest in entrepreneurship for class XI students of SMA Negeri 1 Manokwari. This e-module was developed using the Lee & Owens development model which consists of five main stages, namely: analysis, design, development, implementation, evaluation. The research subjects were 54 students in class XI IPA 1 and IPA 2. The sampling technique used purposive sampling. Data collection techniques used instruments: (1) teacher assessment questionnaires, (2) student response questionnaires, (3) interest in entrepreneurship questionnaires and (4) learning achievement tests. The results of this study indicate that this E-Module is "very valid" used to improve the learning outcomes of students in class XI IPA 1 and XI IPA 2. The average percentage increase in learning outcomes for both classes is 77.65%. This e-module can also be used to increase students' interest in entrepreneurship. The average percentage increase in interest in entrepreneurship is 16.5%.
Strengthening Cervical Cancer Screening Program in Low Resource–Setting Communities: IPPF Success in Employing the Single-Visit Approach

Field: Health Professions (Health Sciences)

Background and context: Cervical cancer is the 2nd most common cancer among women (WHO, 2012). It is estimated that 260,000 women die every year (WHO, 2014). Cervical cancer is preventable and can be treated if detected early, yet, it remains one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths in the world. Nearly, 90% deaths occur in developing countries (WHO, 2014), and majority of women who suffer cervical cancer in sub-Saharan Africa seek care when the disease has advanced and is beyond the capacity of surgery or other treatment modalities. It is against this background that IPPF Member Associations in Kenya, Nigeria, Tanzania and Uganda, with other reproductive health network implemented the Cervical Cancer Screening and Preventive Therapy (CCS&PT) initiative. In the first 2 years, most women needing cryotherapy were lost to treatment due to referrals made. Aim: The initiative was to institutionalize and scale up the services, using visual inspection with acetic acid (VIA) & cryotherapy, through existing reproductive health networks to reach more people especially, the marginalized and vulnerable people. Strategy/Tactics: Main intervention used was the single visit approach facilitated by • Equipping all sites with cryo-machines to enable cryotherapy services • Providing portable cylinders (5-10 kg) to ensure adherence to SVA during outreaches. • Capacity building of service providers in cryotherapy and continuous supportive supervision • Quality counseling prior to the VIA to ensure clients understood the importance of immediate treatment • Well planned logistics during outreaches to ensure a wider coverage and cryotherapy treatment. • Training of community health workers and mobilizers to ensure right information dissemination. • Use of media and collaboration with political and religious leaders helped local partners to raise awareness of cervical cancer. Program/Policy process: Used SVA at all screening sites to address the loss of clients needing cryotherapy and avert the progress to cancer disease stage. Outcomes: The game changer was the implementation of the single visit approach. Results recorded were; year 3- (59%), year 4- (94%), year 5- (92%) and year 6- (97%). What was learned: It is imperative to implement SVA with high degree of planning, organizing and coordination from the beginning of a project • Ensure resources and capacities to implement VIA and cryotherapy are in place by conducting a facility assessment • Ensure continuous training and mentorship to enhance providers competences. • Portable gas cylinders are very essential and convenient to ensure adherence to the practice of SVA. Conclusion: The single visit approach used strengthened the cervical cancer screening program, made treatment more accessible to a wider number of marginalized women. Thousands (514,681) were screened and 14,083 treated to avert progress to cancer stage in future, and this contributed to reduce cervical cancer related morbidity and mortality.
[Photodynamic therapy as a new prospective method for cancer treatment. I. History, basic principles].

Field: Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics (Life Sciences)

Photodynamic therapy (PDT) is a new method for the treatment of both cancer or non-cancer diseases. It combines three basic elements (a photosensitizer, light, oxygen), every single one with no toxicity or biological activity. The photosensitizer (PS) is activated by light and it gets excited. It transfers absorbed energy from this excited form to oxygen forming reactive oxygen species (ROS), mainly singlet oxygen. Then ROS attack surrounding biomolecules, inhibit their biological function leading in the end to a cell death. The complete destruction of the tumour is provided not only by a direct effect on the cells, but also a vasculature shutdown (leading to nourishment and oxygen depletion) and an activation of the immunity response play an important role in this process. The present paper proposes to introduce the readers to the history and basic principles of PDT from the point of view of either the physical mechanism of PS activation or biological effects on the target tissue (on molecular, subcellular, cellular, and tissue levels).
ORTHOPEDIC ASPECTS OF AUTOMOBILE CRASH INJURIES AND DEATHS

Field: Medicine (Health Sciences)

• There is a need for better ways of determining and maintaining the fitness of people to drive automobiles. The medical profession should press for application of the facts of medicine and engineering to methods of crash-proofing motor vehicles. The medical care available in emergencies must be improved. Attention should be directed not only to the prevention of fatal accidents but also to the rehabilitation of the many people who are seriously injured.
Security and the CSCE Process: The Stockholm Conference and Beyond

Field: Social Sciences (Social Sciences)

Part 1 The War and the post-war period: post-war Europe. Part 2 the emergence of the CSCE: the German problem and the early proposals for a European security conference the concept of a European Security conference, 1955-58 the road to Helsinki, 1969-73 Helsinki, 1973-75 military aspects of security at CSCE: the Belgrade meeting. Part 3 The CDE: Madrid and CSBMs the Stockholm Conference towards a successful outcome, 1984-86 agreement achieved CDE and beyond - a provisional assessment.
Data from The MET Inhibitor AZD6094 (Savolitinib, HMPL-504) Induces Regression in Papillary Renal Cell Carcinoma Patient–Derived Xenograft Models

Field: Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics (Life Sciences)

<div>Abstract<p><b>Purpose:</b> Papillary renal cell carcinoma (PRCC) is the second most common cancer of the kidney and carries a poor prognosis for patients with nonlocalized disease. The HGF receptor MET plays a central role in PRCC and aberrations, either through mutation, copy number gain, or trisomy of chromosome 7 occurring in the majority of cases. The development of effective therapies in PRCC has been hampered in part by a lack of available preclinical models. We determined the pharmacodynamic and antitumor response of the selective MET inhibitor AZD6094 in two PRCC patient-derived xenograft (PDX) models.</p><p><b>Experimental Design:</b> Two PRCC PDX models were identified and MET mutation status and copy number determined. Pharmacodynamic and antitumor activity of AZD6094 was tested using a dose response up to 25 mg/kg daily, representing clinically achievable exposures, and compared with the activity of the RCC standard-of-care sunitinib (in RCC43b) or the multikinase inhibitor crizotinib (in RCC47).</p><p><b>Results:</b> AZD6094 treatment resulted in tumor regressions, whereas sunitinib or crizotinib resulted in unsustained growth inhibition. Pharmacodynamic analysis of tumors revealed that AZD6094 could robustly suppress pMET and the duration of target inhibition was dose related. AZD6094 inhibited multiple signaling nodes, including MAPK, PI3K, and EGFR. Finally, at doses that induced tumor regression, AZD6094 resulted in a dose- and time-dependent induction of cleaved PARP, a marker of cell death.</p><p><b>Conclusions:</b> Data presented provide the first report testing therapeutics in preclinical <i>in vivo</i> models of PRCC and support the clinical development of AZD6094 in this indication. <i>Clin Cancer Res; 21(12); 2811–9. ©2015 AACR</i>.</p></div>
Changes in Office Visit Use Associated With Electronic Messaging and Telephone Encounters Among Patients With Diabetes in the PCMH

Field: Health Professions (Health Sciences)

PURPOSE

Telephone- and Internet-based communication are increasingly common in primary care, yet there is uncertainty about how these forms of communication affect demand for in-person office visits. We assessed whether use of copay-free secure messaging and telephone encounters was associated with office visit use in a population with diabetes.

METHODS

We used an interrupted time series design with a patient-quarter unit of analysis. Secondary data from 2008–2011 spanned 3 periods before, during, and after a patient-centered medical home (PCMH) redesign in an integrated health care delivery system. We used linear regression models to estimate proportional changes in the use of primary care office visits associated with proportional increases in secure messaging and telephone encounters.

RESULTS

The study included 18,486 adults with diabetes. The mean quarterly number of primary care contacts increased by 28% between the pre-PCMH baseline and the postimplementation periods, largely driven by increased secure messaging; quarterly office visit use declined by 8%. In adjusted regression analysis, 10% increases in secure message threads and telephone encounters were associated with increases of 1.25% (95% CI, 1.21%–1.29%) and 2.74% (95% CI, 2.70%–2.77%) in office visits, respectively. In an interaction model, proportional increases in secure messaging and telephone encounters remained associated with increased office visit use for all study periods and patient subpopulations (P <.001).

CONCLUSIONS

Before and after a medical home redesign, proportional increases in secure messaging and telephone encounters were associated with additional primary care office visits for individuals with diabetes. Our findings provide evidence on how new forms of patient-clinician communication may affect demand for office visits.
Unique mating behavior, and reproductive biology of a simultaneous hermaphroditic marine flatworm (Platyhelminthes, Tricladida, Maricola)

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences (Life Sciences)

Abstract Flatworms generally are simultaneous hermaphrodites that exhibit various kinds of mating behavior. Here we report on the mating behavior and reproductive biology of the planarian Paucumara falcata . We recognized three phases in its mating behavior: a courtship, copulation, and postcopulatory phase. During the last‐mentioned phase, the partners showed a unique and very characteristic behavior in which their bodies intertwined, forming a spiral. Histological study of partners in copula revealed that the sclerotic tip of the musculo‐parenchymatic organ pierces the body wall of the partner and then becomes lodged in its parenchyma, suggesting that this organ may act as an anchor, thus stabilizing the worms during copulation. Similar organs in other species of marine triclad may also perform a stabilizing role during copulation. During copulation in individuals of P. falcata , sperm transfer was reciprocal or only unilateral. Copulation duration ranged 13–35 min (average 20 ± 5 min), irrespective of whether the mating was successful (i.e., resulted in the production of fertile cocoons). The spiraling phase lasted on average 10 min; some worms did not show the postcopulatory spiraling phase during their mating behavior. After successful copulation, an individual worm produced 1–12 fertile cocoons over a period of 1–17 days; from a cocoon hatched either one young (in 70% of the cases), or two young worms.
Ratiometric Singlet Oxygen Sensor Based on BODIPY-DPA Dyad

Field: Chemistry (Physical Sciences)

Compounds sensitive to reactive oxygen species are widely used in the study of processes in living cells and in the development of therapeutic agents for photodynamic therapy. In the present work, we have synthesized a dyad in which the BODIPY dye is chemically bound to 9,10-diphenylanthracene (DPA). Here, DPA acts as a specific sensor of singlet oxygen and BODIPY as a reference dye. We studied the photophysical properties of the BODIPY-DPA dyad and showed that energy transfer occurs between the chromophores. As a result, the compound has excitation maxima in the absorption region of both DPA and BODIPY, but the fluorescence emission occurs mainly from BODIPY. In the presence of singlet oxygen, the excitation maximum of DPA decreases, while the intensity of the excitation maximum of BODIPY remains almost unchanged. This allows the BODIPY-DPA dyad to be used as a ratiometric sensor of singlet oxygen.
Microtentacle Actuators: Microtentacle Actuators Based on Shape Memory Alloy Smart Soft Composite (Adv. Funct. Mater. 34/2020)

Field: Engineering (Physical Sciences)

In article number 2002510, Guang-Zhong Yang, Hyun-Taek Lee, and Florent Seichepine present micro-tentacle actuators using a smart soft composite based on a shape memory alloy. A fabrication scheme for miniaturized actuators is proposed by utilizing two-photon polymerization. The morphing modes are varied by changing the direction of the scaffold lamination and the actuation is controlled via local resistive heating of carbon nanotubes deposited inside of the actuators.