jimnoneill/paper-to-field-training huggingface dataset:
Enhancing peer acceptance of children with learning difficulties: classroom goal orientation and effects of a storytelling programme with drama techniques

Field: Psychology (Social Sciences)

Peer acceptance is an important facilitator for the success of inclusive education. The aim of the current study is twofold: (1) to examine how classroom goal orientation is associated with children's acceptance of peers with learning difficulties; and (2) to evaluate the effectiveness of a storytelling programme with drama techniques on children's acceptance of peers with learning difficulties. The participants were 86 Grade 3 students from a Hong Kong primary school, randomly assigned to an experimental group (n = 45) and a control group (n = 41). The findings indicated that the more the students perceived that their classroom was performance-approach oriented, the less they would accept their peers with learning difficulties in doing things together. After the intervention, the students in the experimental condition, compared to their counterparts in the control group, were more likely to render financial assistance and have affective acceptance to their peers with learning difficulties.
Deep learning-based reconstruction and conventional T2 map in quantitative detection of lumbar intervertebral disk degeneration

Field: Medicine (Health Sciences)

Motivation: It is essential to identify early biochemical markers that are conducive to the precaution of degenerative disk disease at its early phase. Goal(s): To compare the diagnostic value of DLR-T2 map and traditional T2 map quantitative techniques for early lumbar disc degeneration. Approach: Overall image quality (SNR and CNR) was performed. ROC analysis for evaluating the diagnostic efficacy of T2 values for early disc degeneration. Results: The DLR-T2 map had higher overall image quality scores. DLR-T2 map discriminated Pfirrmann grade I from grade II, and grade II from grade III had a higher diagnostic performance of diagnostic efficacy than T2 map. Impact: DLR-T2 might provide superior information on the biomechanical properties of early IDD, which would be helpful in prognoses and in improving therapy strategies.
International news coverage in the Singapore media : a comparative analysis of newspapers and television

Field: Social Sciences (Social Sciences)

The flow of news and information across the world is controlled by a handful of Western agencies that dominate the international news system and keep people everywhere updated on events and happenings that occur hundreds and thousands of kilometres away. These Western agencies - AP, Reuters and AFP - have held sway over the world’s news since their origins way back in the 19thcentury. They continue to do so even today, despite the establishment of a multitude of regional and national agencies in the developing countries in reaction to calls for a new world information order and complaints of the one-way, imbalanced flow of information from the western countries to the rest of the world. Studies in the past revealed that the US, because of its economic strength and superpower status, was the most reported country in the world.
Clinical Study Reduction in Endometrioma Size with Three Months of

Field: Medicine (Health Sciences)

Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. The purpose of this study was to assess the impact of 3 months of aromatase inhibition together with progestin add-back on ovarian endometrioma size. This prospective cohort study was performed at University Medical Center (UC San Diego). Women trying to conceive were excluded. After informed consent, all women were treated with the aromatase inhibitor letrozole (5mg/d) with norethindrone acetate (5mg/d) add-back for 3months. Pre- and posttreatment assessments of endometrioma sizes were performed by ultrasound.The impact of treatment on pain was determined using the patient assessed endpoints of the Biberoglu and Behrman scale.These included assessing dysmenorrhea, dyspareunia, and nonmenstrual pelvic pain each on a scale from 0 to 3.The primary endpoint of this study was the change in ultrasound documented endometrioma size. Fourteen endometriomas in 8 consecutive women were treated for 3m. Mean endometrioma diameter decreased 50 % from 4.6 ± 1.6 cm to 2.3 ± 1.6 cm (mean ± SD). This represents a 75 % decrease in endometrioma volume. Endometriosis symptoms of dysmenorrhea, dyspareunia, and nonmenstrual pelvic pain also improved with treatment. In conclusion, a 3-month course of high dose aromatase inhibition with progestin add-back significantly reduces ovarian endometrioma size and warrants further investigation. 1.
Bacterial Profile of Ocular Infections: A Mini Review

Field: Medicine (Health Sciences)

Ocular infections are a growing global health concern, affecting millions worldwide. This review explores the bacterial profile of various ocular infections to aid in developing effective treatments and preventive strategies. The eye's complex anatomy, including the cornea, pupil, iris, lens, and retina, makes it susceptible to infections that can lead to vision loss. Bacteria are a leading cause of these infections, with common culprits including Escherichia coli, Streptococcus, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, and Staphylococcus aureus. Environmental factors, allergies, and poor hygiene can exacerbate the risk. Treatment options range from antibiotics and antivirals to eye drops and surgery. Understanding the bacterial profile of ocular infections is crucial for targeted interventions and improved public health outcomes.
Machine Learning Assisted Ultra Reliable and Low Latency Vehicular Optical Camera Communications

Field: Computer Science (Physical Sciences)

Optical camera communication (OCC) has emerged as a key enabling technology for the seamless operation of future autonomous vehicles. By leveraging the supreme performance of OCC, the stringent requirements of ultra-reliable and low-latency communication (uRLLC) can be met in vehicular OCC. In this thesis, a rate maximization approach is presented to vehicular OCC that aims to optimize vehicle speed, channel code rate, and modulation order while adhering to uRLLC requirements. The reliability is modelled by satisfying a target bit error rate (BER) and latency as transmission latency. To improve transmission rate and reliability, low-density parity-check codes and adaptive modulation are adopted in this thesis. First, the rate maximization problem is formulated as an optimization problem aimed at determining vehicle speed, channel code rates, and modulation order given reliability and latency constraints. Even for a small set of modulation orders, this problem is mixed integer programming, which is NP-hard. To overcome the complexity of the NP-hard problem, the proposed optimization problem is modelled as a Markov decision process and then solved it distributively using multi-agent deep reinforcement learning (DRL). Then, the optimization problem is solved using the actor-critic DRL framework with Wolpertinger architecture. A deep deterministic policy gradient algorithm is employed to operate over continuous action spaces. The proposed model and optimization formulation are justified through numerous simulations by comparing capacity, BER, and latency. From the findings, it is clear that the multi-agent DRL framework in vehicular OCC leads to improved performance in terms of maximizing the communication rate while respecting uRLLC. This work constitutes a significant step towards addressing the challenges in vehicular OCC to respect uRLLC.
Seasonal Characterization of the Endophytic Fungal Microbiome of Mulberry (Morus spp.) Cultivars Resistant and Susceptible to Sclerotiniosis

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences (Life Sciences)

The endophytic microbiome is thought to play an important role in promoting plant growth and health. Using culture-independent and culture-dependent protocols, this study characterized the seasonal shifts in the endophytic fungal microbiota of four mulberry (Morus L.) cultivars having different levels of resistance to mulberry fruit sclerotiniosis. Core endophytes can be obtained by two approaches, and they were divided into two clusters by season. Spring samples harbored higher operational taxonomic units (OTUs) and α-diversity, while autumn samples had more sequences or isolates of the fungal class Dothideomycetes with the representative orders Capnodiales and Pleosporales. While comparing different mulberry cultivars, we found that the total number of OTUs in susceptible cultivars was higher than that of resistant cultivars, and Cladosporium sp. were observed in all. Notably, the causal agent of fruit sclerotiniosis (Scleromitrula shiraiana) was only detected in susceptible cultivars. Collectively, our work elucidated significant variations in the mulberry endophytic microbiome, mainly because of seasonal shifts, and the fact that the host cultivars and mulberry endophytic fungal community appeared to have a certain connection with the resistance level of mulberry fruit to sclerotiniosis. These results provided valuable information on the isolation and culturing of mulberry endophytes that could be applied to improve mulberry fruit production and health.
Robot view — Supplementary dataset of experiment videos, IROS 2019 — Self-organized adaptive paths in multi-robot manufacturing: reconfigurable and pattern-independent fibre deployment

Field: Computer Science (Physical Sciences)

This is a supplementary dataset of experiment videos of self-organized multi-robot fibre deployment. Each video is true speed and shows the full respective experiment. These videos show the robot view of each experiment. For a 2-minute summary video of these experiments, refer to:

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.3357187

This supplementary dataset accompanies a conference paper prepared for IEEE IROS 2019. Using multi-robot systems for autonomous construction allows for parallelization and scalability. Swarm construction furthermore exploits robot interactions and collaboration, such that the robot swarm collectively constructs artifacts beyond what a single comparable robot could achieve. Here we present an alternative concept of swarm construction that is distinct because it uses continuous building material. Our approach is unique in its use of braiding techniques for construction. We deploy fibres that potentially allow for structures that are not possible with building blocks. To achieve maximal scalability we restrict ourselves to a decentralized approach. The main challenges are the local coordination of the robot teams, self-organized task allocation, and the dynamic reconfiguration of the braiding scheme at runtime. We successfully validate our approach in multi-robot experiments that show both braiding and branching of the braid. In addition, we show options for implementing an open system—that is robots can join and leave the braiding process on the fly.
Neonatal Health Following IVF: Own Versus Donor Material in Singleton and Multiple Pregnancies

Field: Medicine (Health Sciences)

This study investigates neonatal outcomes in singleton and multiple pregnancies following in vitro fertilization (IVF) using donor (IVF-D) versus autologous (IVF-A) material. A retrospective cohort analysis was conducted with 988 neonates born between 2017 and 2024 across three tertiary neonatal units in Romania. The primary outcomes included preterm birth, low birthweight, neonatal asphyxia, and congenital malformations. IVF-D pregnancies were associated with a higher prevalence of adverse neonatal outcomes, particularly in multiple gestations. Preterm birth and low birthweight were more frequent in the IVF-D group, with donor-conceived neonates exhibiting increased rates of neonatal ventilation and prolonged hospitalization. Additionally, congenital anomalies, particularly cardiac malformations, were more prevalent in IVF-D pregnancies, suggesting possible immunological and epigenetic influences. Despite these differences, overall neonatal survival was comparable between groups. These findings contribute to the existing literature on assisted reproductive technologies, emphasizing the need for further research to clarify the biological mechanisms influencing neonatal outcomes and to optimize the clinical management of IVF pregnancies using donor gametes.
Using image analysis for counting larvae of potato cyst nematodes (Globodera spp.)

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences (Life Sciences)

Sununary - A GOP-302 image analysis system (Context Vision, Sweden) was used to automate counting large numbers of GUJbodera roslOchiensis and G. pallida larvae in suspension. These suspensions originated from hatching tests, which were conducted to estimate percentage mortality of nematodes exposed to nematicides in field and lab experiments. The result is called ANECS (Automatic NEmatode Counting System), a software program that can count up to 64 compartments with larvae suspensions successively without the aid of an operator. A special object carrier was developed. Images of up to eight object carriers (512 Jarvae suspensions) can be stored and image analysis can be performed during off-office hours. The time needed to count one compart­ ment was reduced by 80 % tO one minute compared to manual labour, while the rime for probe preparation remained the same. The percentile error is highest at very low larvae densities « 20 per suspension) and is caused by contamination with small fibres carried by the air during the handling of the larvae suspensions. This problem can be minirnized by establishing clean laboratory procedures. At least 95 % of the larvae originating from hatching tests were recognizc'd and counted. The program can, and has been, adapted for counting other nematode species or to suit more complicated problems like counting both larvae and eggs in one suspension.
Natural coagulant of laban wood (Vitex pubescens Vahl) for turbidity water treatment

Field: Environmental Science (Physical Sciences)

Abstract The groundwater physical condition in Sleman Regency, Indonesia is generally cloudy and contains high amount of iron (Fe) so it is not sufficient to use for daily needs drinking water. High levels of Fe are dangerous for humans. This study aims to process and purify ground water and reduce iron content using laban wood (Vitex pubescens Vahl). This media was chosen because it is a local waste furniture industry in Sleman Regency. Indeed, it is conducted as charcoal. Then, the charcoal is chemically activated by soaking with H2SO4 for 24 hours. Furthermore, it is activated physically by heating up to 120°C for 30 minutes. Laban wood (Vitex pubescens Vahl) activated charcoal was characterized using UV-Vis to determine iron (Fe) levels after filtration. In addition, the filtration water is measured using a pH meter to determine the degree of acidity, TDS meter and the efficiency of light transmission to determine the turbidity. To summarize, Laban wood activated charcoal was effectively used as a filtration media. It gives an effect for increasing the light transmission efficiency, decreasing TDS value, and absorption of iron (Fe) levels efficiency. However, it does not affect the pH value. The highest light transmission efficiency value is found in the adsorbent type of laban activated charcoal which is equal to (6.91 ± 0.005)% at a mass of 500 grams. As for the TDS value, the highest decrease in TDS value was TDS value of (140.0 ± 0.5) ppm when it was 500 grams. The highest efficiency of absorption of iron content is found in the composition of laban activated charcoal which is equal to Fe to (87.27 ± 0.2)%. This activated charcoal can be used as a medium to reduce iron content up to (2.27 ± 0.005) mg / L. Therefore, laban active charcoal which is chemically activated with H2SO4 for 24 hours effective to reduce iron (Fe) levels according to the stipulated clean water requirements Indonesian Minister of Health Regulation Number 416 / MENKES / PER / IX / 1990.
Supplemental Material, Practice_Patterns_in_Phenobarbital_Questionnaire_1 - Practice Patterns in the Treatment of Patients With Severe Alcohol Withdrawal: A Multidisciplinary, Cross-Sectional Survey

Field: Health Professions (Health Sciences)

Supplemental Material, Practice_Patterns_in_Phenobarbital_Questionnaire_1 for Practice Patterns in the Treatment of Patients With Severe Alcohol Withdrawal: A Multidisciplinary, Cross-Sectional Survey by Danielle Buell, Niall Filewod, Jonathan Ailon and Karen E. A. Burns in Journal of Intensive Care Medicine
Reconstructing Christopher Clarkson’s Flip Flop Box: A Protective Enclosure for Book Covers

Field: Arts and Humanities (Social Sciences)

In the early 1970s Christopher Clarkson designed and constructed specialized enclosures, which he later named “flip flop boxes,” to protect Islamic book covers in the Kirkor Minassian Collection at the Library of Congress. A flip flop box provides support for book covers and permits easy viewing of both sides while reducing handling. Recently a project to house a book cover prompted a return to Clarkson's box design, since over 40 years of use for both storage and research has proven its elegance and durability. This paper gives a historical account of the design process, discusses selection of materials for the recent reconstruction, and provides detailed instructions for making a flip flop box.
Bargaining Power in the System of Negotiations Strategy : Essence, Conception, Elements

Field: Business, Management and Accounting (Social Sciences)

In order to manage effectively the process of formulation negotiationstrategy and its implementation it is necessary to know,understand and reveal the powers of negotiating parties. Scientific82analysis of literature sources enabled to present the concept ofbargaining power, to describe the basic elements and principlesof bargaining power. The analysis demonstrated that scientificliterature contains a number of researches devoted for investigationsof power in negotiations, internal relations of organisations,human social relations. This article presents the definition ofnegotiation power, analyses the nature of negotiation power, itsresources, elements and their relationships. Negotiating poweris essential in shaping the negotiating strategy. Analysis ofbargaining power definitions in the scientific literature suggeststhat the content of powers definition varies in dependance onits application context. In order to reach better cognition of thebargaining power, a comprehensive overview of the researchesof the bargaining powers in recent decades is necessary. Thearticle also provides recommendations for further research.
Evaluation of Low-Pressure Cold Plasma Effect on Phytonutrients, Drying and Microstructural Characteristics, and Changes in Microbial Load of Fresh and Hot-Air-Dried ‘Heidi’ Mango

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences (Life Sciences)

Abstract Alternative pre-treatment strategies before drying offer the prospect to minimize drying time, replacing the use of chemicals, and preserving quality of dried fresh products. This study explored the application of low-pressure atmospheric cold plasma (CP) for 5- and 10 min (CP5 and CP10) as pre-treatments prior to processing and hot air drying (60 °C) of ‘Heidi’ mango, while non-treated samples served as control. Changes in tissue microstructure and physicochemical properties, bioactive compounds, and microbial load were evaluated, and seven thin layer drying models were applied. Scanned electron microscope images showed that CP pre-treatments altered the tissue microstructure of dried mango slices compared to control. ‘Heidi’ mango slices with the initial moisture content of 80 ± 0.2% on a wet basis was reduced by 81% and 76% in dried CP5 and CP10 samples, respectively. Drying time was reduced by 20% for CP pre-treated samples in comparison to control samples, and the drying behavior of ‘Heidi’ mango slices was best described by the Logarithmic model ( R 2 , 0.9999 and RMSE , 0.0122). Colour attributes were best retained by sodium metabisulphite (SMB) pre-treated samples, followed by CP5 pre-treated, which performed better than CP10 and control ( p ≤ 0.05). Highest total flavanols (15.0 ± 0.4 mg CE 100 g −1 ) and higher total phenolics (1528.2 ± 23.6 mg GA 100 g −1 ) were found in CP5 pre-treated samples compared to the control ( p ≤ 0.05). Lowest antioxidant activities were found in CP10 pre-treated samples compared to the control ( p ≤ 0.05). CP-pretreatment and drying resulted in ≥ 2 Log reduction in microbial load on mango slices. These results demonstrate to the role players in mango value addition chain, the potential of low-pressure CP pretreatment in enhancing/maintaining the bioactive compounds, reducing drying time and microbial load.
Attribution Bias in Major Decisions: Evidence from the United States Military Academy

Field: Psychology (Social Sciences)

Using administrative data, we study the role of attribution bias in a high-stakes, consequential decision: the choice of a college major. Specifically, we examine the influence of fatigue experienced during exposure to a general education course on whether students choose the major corresponding to that course. To do so, we exploit the conditional random assignment of student course schedules at the United States Military Academy. We find that students who are assigned to an early morning (7:30 AM) section of a general education course are roughly 10% less likely to major in that subject, relative to students assigned to a later time slot for the course. We find similar effects for fatigue generated by having one or more back-to-back courses immediately prior to a general education course that starts later in the day. Finally, we demonstrate that the pattern of results is consistent with attribution bias and difficult to reconcile with competing explanations.
Chimpanzees as ecosystem service providers: Seed dispersal of an economically important plant resource

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences (Life Sciences)

Abstract Vertebrate‐mediated seed dispersal is vital to the maintenance of diversity in tropical ecosystems, and seed‐dispersing animals are increasingly thought to provide ecosystem services by dispersing the seeds of plant species utilized by people. However, few studies have demonstrated a link between vertebrate frugivores and plants used by people, thus limiting the generalizability of the seed‐disperser‐as‐ecosystem‐service‐provider concept. We examined the effectiveness of western chimpanzees ( Pan troglodytes verus ) as seed dispersers (i.e., their influence on seedling recruitment) of an economically important fruit resource, Saba senegalensis , at the site of Fongoli, a savanna‐woodland environment in southeastern Senegal. The fruit from the Saba vine is commonly harvested from the wild by local people and is also an important food item for chimpanzees. We conducted germination experiments on gut‐passed seeds alongside non‐gut‐passed seeds and analyzed the germination success of chimpanzee‐dispersed seeds in situ. We also analyzed the effect of habitat type and canopy cover at each seed dispersal site to determine which sites are most suitable for Saba germination. Germination trials showed that chimpanzee gut passage and manual pulp removal increased the likelihood of germination over seeds left intact. Nearly a quarter of chimpanzee‐dispersed seeds germinated in situ and Saba seeds were distributed nonrandomly throughout Fongoli, with more dispersed seeds found in habitats most suitable for Saba germination. These results suggest that chimpanzees aid in the early stages of Saba recruitment and thus provide an ecosystem service via seed dispersal that may contribute to the well‐being of local people. Abstract in French is available with online material.