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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202312.0134.v1

Impact of Digitalization on Budgeting Functions: An Investigation into Contingency Theory Perspectives

Andrzej Piosik, Anna Karmańska

Subject: Business, Economics And Management, Accounting And Taxation Keywords: budgeting; digitalization; budgeting functions; company performance; management accounting

Online: 4 December 2023 (04:20:35 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202311.0619.v1

Drainage Performance of Long Longitudinal Slope and High Safety Permeable Asphalt Pavement

Haocheng Liu, Bin Xu, Hongshan Wang, Aodong Gao, Xuefeng Yu, Shujiang Ping, Shiqing Zhang

Subject: Engineering, Civil Engineering Keywords: long longitudinal slope; permeable pavement; porosity; road performance

Online: 9 November 2023 (11:12:47 CET)

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Permeable asphalt pavement refers to an asphalt mixture layer with an air void content of more than 18% and internal water permeability and drainage capabilities, which can quickly drain away water on the road surface, improve rainy day travel safety and ride comfort. This paper aims to explore the optimal asphalt mixture mix design for long longitudinal slope roads. By using CT scanning technology to analyze the air void content of different rotated and compacted asphalt mixture specimens, and extensively testing and evaluating the performance of permeable pavement mixtures, the following conclusions are drawn: Based on the research philosophy of functional integration, a new asphalt mixture gradation suitable for long longitudinal slope roads is proposed, with the optimal key factor composition being: 0.075mm passing rate of 7%, 2.36mm passing rate of 20%, 9.5mm passing rate of 55%, and oil-stone ratio of 4.8%. The FAM mixture was divided into three parts for air void analysis, with the upper part having a slightly higher air void content than the lower part. The air void distribution diagram of the FAM mixture is concave, with higher air void rate curves on both sides and a lower middle curve. Compared with laboratory dry measurement method, CT scanning test showed slightly higher air void content in specimens. Through dynamic modulus testing, the strength requirement for road asphalt mixture in pavement structure design was evaluated. It was found that at high temperature conditions (50℃), the minimum dynamic modulus value of the FAM mixture was 323 MPa, with a peak value of 22746MPa at a temperature of -10℃ and a frequency of 25HZ. The dynamic modulus value at high temperature conditions is lower than at low temperature conditions, while the dynamic modulus value at high frequency conditions is higher than at low frequency conditions. This study provides useful information and experimental data for the design of new asphalt mixtures for long longitudinal slope roads, and has conducted in-depth research on the air void distribution and performance of the mixture, providing strong support for related research fields and practical applications.

Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202311.0190.v1

Exploring CrossFit Performance Prediction and Analysis via Extensive Data and Machine Learning

Byunggul Lim, Wook Song

Subject: Computer Science And Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence And Machine Learning Keywords: machine learning; crossfit; sport analytics; weightlifting; performance prediction

Online: 2 November 2023 (17:27:56 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202310.1377.v1

Comprehensive Analysis of miRNA and mRNA Expression Profiles during Muscle Development of the Longest Dorsal Muscle in Gannan Yaks and Jeryaks

Dashan Guo, Yali Wei, Xupeng Li, Yanbin Bai, Zhanxin Liu, Jingsheng Li, Zongchang Chen, Bingang Shi, Zhidong Zhao, Jiang Hu, Xiangmin Han, Jiqing Wang, Xiu Liu, Shaobin Li, Fangfang Zhao

Subject: Biology And Life Sciences, Animal Science, Veterinary Science And Zoology Keywords: Jeryak; longissimus dorsi; RNA-seq; miRNA; production performance

Online: 23 October 2023 (11:05:29 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202310.0931.v1

Evaluation of Growth Performance and Environmental Impact of Hermetia illucens Larvae Reared on Coffee Silverskin Enriched with Schizochytrium limacinum or Isochrysis galbana Microalgae

Ruschioni Sara, Duca Daniele, Tulli Francesca, Zarantoniello Matteo, Cardinaletti Gloriana, Corsi Lorenzo, Olivotto Ike, Basili Danilo, Simona Naspetti, Cristina Truzzi, Nunzio Isidoro, Riolo Paola

Subject: Biology And Life Sciences, Insect Science Keywords: Hermetia illucens; growth performance; sustanability; coffee sirvelskin; microalgae

Online: 16 October 2023 (08:01:37 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202309.1525.v1

The Employee Performance Paradox: Exploring the Interplay of Work Place Well-Being, Seniority, and Workplace Bullying

Imaduddin Murdifin

Subject: Business, Economics And Management, Business And Management Keywords: workplace well-being; seniority; workplace bullying; employee performance

Online: 22 September 2023 (09:12:48 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202309.0200.v1

Effects of Total Quality Management Practices on Financial, Operational Performance of Hospitals

Songul Zehir, Cemal ZEHİR

Subject: Business, Economics And Management, Business And Management Keywords: total quality management; performance; hospitals; structural equation modelling

Online: 5 September 2023 (05:20:02 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202308.1266.v1

The Impact of Digital Transformation on Enterprise Performance: An Empirical Analysis Based on China's Manufacturing Export Enterprises

Qingnian Wang, Yunpei Wang, Tao Wang

Subject: Business, Economics And Management, Economics Keywords: digitization; digital transformation; manufacturing export enterprises; enterprise performance

Online: 17 August 2023 (07:32:38 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202307.0172.v1

Transaction Entropy: An Alternative Measurement of Market Performance

Hua Zhong, Xiaohao Liang, Yougui Wang

Subject: Business, Economics And Management, Economics Keywords: market uncertainty; transaction entropy; market performance; willingness price

Online: 4 July 2023 (09:41:21 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202306.0632.v1

Intermittent and Mild Cold Stimulation Maintains the Immune Function Stability by Increasing the Levels of Intestinal Barrier Genes of Broilers

Lu Xing, Tingting Li, Yong Zhang, Jun Bao, Haidong Wei, Jianhong Li

Subject: Biology And Life Sciences, Animal Science, Veterinary Science And Zoology Keywords: broiler; duodenum; jejunum; production performance; intestinal barrier; immunoglobulin

Online: 8 June 2023 (10:46:21 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202305.2197.v1

Experimental Study on the Performance and Emission Characteristics of the Diesel Engine Fueled with Tung Oil-based Biodiesel Blends

Zhiyue Mu, Jianqin Fu, Feng Zhou, Kainan Yuan, Juan Yu, Dan Huang, Zhuangping Cui, Xiongbo Duan, Jianping Liu

Subject: Engineering, Energy And Fuel Technology Keywords: Biodiesel; Tung oil; Diesel engine; Performance; Exhaust emissions

Online: 31 May 2023 (08:19:22 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202305.1222.v1

Examining Sustainability Supply Chain Management (SSCM) Performance In The Palm Oil Industry: A Systematic Literature Review

Rabiatul Adwiyah, Yusman Syaukat, Dikky Indrawan, Heti Mulyati

Subject: Business, Economics And Management, Business And Management Keywords: Palm Oil; Performance; Sustainability Supply Chain; Systematic Literature

Online: 17 May 2023 (10:12:03 CEST)

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Indonesia has emerged as one of the leading producers and exporters of palm oil, as supported by data from the Central Bureau of Statistics in 2021, which indicate that Indonesian palm oil exports reached an impressive value of US$ 18.44 billion, or IDR 258 trillion, in 2020, marking an 18.43 percent growth compared to the previous year. Furthermore, the domestic market for palm oil and palm kernel oil remains substantial, despite improvements in export quantities. Various industries, including cooking oil refineries, specialty fats, shortening, margarine, bath soaps, and oleochemicals, present potential markets for palm oil (CPO) and palm kernel oil (PKO). The palm oil industry encompasses four related sub-sectors, namely growers, millers, refiners, and oleochemicals, forming an integrated value chain from upstream to downstream. The current focus on environmental, economic, and social sustainability is driving companies to adopt internal green activities and expand their efforts into sustainability supply chain management (SSCM). Implementing SSCM practices is often seen as economically beneficial, as research has demonstrated their positive impact on firm performance from a resource perspective. Within the palm oil industry, a wide range of green management applications are being utilized. This study aims to examine and highlight the existing sustainable management practices across the entire palm oil supply chain, with a particular emphasis on producing high-quality palm oil. To achieve this objective, the paper utilizes a systematic review methodology, The number of papers analyzed were 62 articles published which involves an extensive review of relevant literature to identify research trends, gaps, and issues. The study seeks to contribute to the body of knowledge by expanding the theory of organizational readiness in preparing globally competitive palm oil products. The research findings hold practical significance for practitioners and academics, providing a comprehensive roadmap for implementing green management applications at the organizational level in the palm oil industry's upstream-to-downstream chain.

Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202305.0608.v1

Comparative Study of the Body Composition Profile of Latin American Elite Soccer Playing in Europe

Javier Conde-Pipo, Jose Antonio Latorre, Nuria Gimenez-Blasi, Fatima Olea-Serrano, Bernardo Requena, Miguel Mariscal-Arcas

Subject: Medicine And Pharmacology, Dietetics And Nutrition Keywords: Football; athletic performance; body composition; Latin-American soccers

Online: 9 May 2023 (08:38:34 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202304.0039.v1

Predicting 6000m Performance Time in Junior Rowers using a 500m Indoor Rowing Test

Luiz Felipe da Silva, Paulo Francisco de Almeida-Neto, Dihogo Gama, Bianca Miarka, Felipe J. Aidar, Tais dos Santos Silva, Victor Sabido, Rui Barbosa Neto, Maamer Slimani, Paulo Moreira Silva Dantas, Breno Guilherme de Araújo Tinoco Cabral

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: Athletic Performance; indoor rowing; Physical Conditioning; predictive equation

Online: 4 April 2023 (05:14:25 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202301.0442.v1

Factors of Digital Transformation of Tunisian Companies

sonia sayari, Rabeh Abbassi

Subject: Business, Economics And Management, Business And Management Keywords: Digital transformation; digital strategy; corporate culture; leadership; performance

Online: 25 January 2023 (04:10:26 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202301.0252.v1

From Struggles to Success: Investigating the Impact of Early Learning Assessments on Students Performance and Motivation

Christopher Boyle, Nicole Hashemi

Subject: Social Sciences, Education Keywords: Early Learning Assessment; Students Performance; Learning Communities; Motivation

Online: 13 January 2023 (10:52:23 CET)

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Preprint COMMUNICATION | doi:10.20944/preprints202210.0124.v1

Short Communication: Could The Skin Microbiome Affect Sports Recovery And Performance?

Christopher Wallen-Russell, Samuel Wallen-Russell

Subject: Medicine And Pharmacology, Orthopedics And Sports Medicine Keywords: microbiome; skin microbiome; sports recovery; sports performance; cosmetics

Online: 10 October 2022 (11:13:00 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202206.0326.v1

A Parametric Approach for Conceptual Integration and Performance Studies of Liquid Hydrogen Short-Medium Range Aircraft

Vittorio Cipolla, Davide Zanetti, Karim Abu Salem, Vincenzo Binante, Giuseppe Palaia

Subject: Engineering, Energy And Fuel Technology Keywords: hydrogen propulsion; aircraft design; conceptual integration; performance assessment

Online: 23 June 2022 (15:59:12 CEST)

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The present paper deals with the investigation, at conceptual level, of the performance of short-medium-range aircraft with hydrogen propulsion. The attention is focused on the relationship between figures of merit related to transport capability, such as passenger capacity and flight range, and the parameters which drive the design of liquid hydrogen tanks and their integration with a given aircraft geometry. The reference aircraft chosen for such purpose is a box-wing short-medium-range airplane, object of study within a previous European research project called PARSIFAL, capable to cut the fuel consumption per passenger-kilometre up to 22%. By adopting a retrofitting approach, non-integral pressure vessels are sized to fit into the fuselage of the reference aircraft, under the assumption that the main aerodynamic, flight mechanic and structural characteristics are not affected. A parametric model is introduced to generate a wide variety of fuselage-tank cross-section layouts, from a single tank with the maximum diameter compatible with a catwalk corridor to multiple tanks located in the cargo deck , and an assessment work-flow is implemented to perform the structural sizing of the tanks and analyse their thermodynamic behaviour during the mission. This latter is simulated with a time-marching approach that couples the fuel request from engines with the thermodynamics of the hydrogen in the tanks, which is constantly subject to evaporation and, depending on the internal pressure, vent-ed-out in gas form. Each model is presented in detail in the paper and results are provided through sensitivity analyses to both the technology parameters of the tanks and the geometric parameters influencing their integration. The guidelines resulting from the analyses indicate that light materials, such as the Aluminium alloy AA2219 for tanks’ structure and polystyrene foam for the insulation, should be selected. Preferred values are also indicted for the aspect ratios of the vessel components, i.e. central tube and endcaps, as well as suggestions for the integration layout to be adopted depending on the desired trade-off between passenger capacity, as for the case of multiple tanks in the cargo deck, and achievable flight ranges, as for the single tank in the section.

Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202202.0269.v1

Understanding Structural, Governance and Regulatory Incentives for Improved Utility Performance: The Case of Kenya and its Kenya Power

Peter Twesigye

Subject: Business, Economics And Management, Business And Management Keywords: Utility; Reforms; Governance; Regulation; Incentives; Agency; Liberalization; Performance

Online: 22 February 2022 (11:02:29 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202110.0123.v1

Adaptive strategies of Rice Leaf Roller, Cnaphalocrocis medinalis in Response to Different Rearing Temperatures

Weixiang Lv, Xingfu Jiang, Xiujie Chen, Yunxia Cheng, Jixing Xia, Lei Zhang

Subject: Biology And Life Sciences, Insect Science Keywords: Cnaphalocrocis medinalis; rearing temperatures; development; reproduction; flight performance

Online: 7 October 2021 (15:20:38 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202108.0014.v1

The Aerob and Anaerob Performance Beta-Alanine Supplement and Ergogenic Aid Using to the Power Output Variables in Cyclists: A Cohort Studies Random Model Effect

Yeliz Kahraman

Subject: Chemistry And Materials Science, Analytical Chemistry Keywords: Beta-alanine; supplementation; nutrition,; aerob and anaerob performance

Online: 2 August 2021 (10:18:40 CEST)

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Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints202107.0588.v1

Advanced Functional Materials for Intelligent Thermoregulation in Personal Protective Equipment

Alireza Saidi, Chantal Gauvin, Safa Ladhari, Phuong Nguyen -Tri

Subject: Chemistry And Materials Science, Polymers And Plastics Keywords: thermoregulation; personal protective equipment; smart textiles; performance; productivity

Online: 26 July 2021 (15:15:51 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202107.0183.v1

Effects of Phenylpyruvate on the Growth Performance and Intestinal Microbiota in Broiler Chicken

Mir Zulqarnain Talpur, Peng Wentong, Yuxian Zeng, Peipei Xie, Jincheng Li, Haijun Zhang, Gang Shu, Qingyan Jiang

Subject: Biology And Life Sciences, Biochemistry And Molecular Biology Keywords: phenylpyruvate; growth performance; intestinal morphology; immunity; cecal microbiota

Online: 8 July 2021 (09:52:23 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202105.0573.v2

Routing Performance Evaluation of a Multi-Domain Hybrid SDN for its Implementation in Carrier Grade ISP Networks

Babu R Dawadi, Abhishek Thapa, Roshan Guragain, Dilochan Karki, Sandesh P Upadhyaya, Shashidhar R Joshi

Subject: Computer Science And Mathematics, Algebra And Number Theory Keywords: ISP; SDN; SDN-IP; legacy network; performance comparison

Online: 5 July 2021 (12:20:08 CEST)

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Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints202103.0719.v1

The Recent Progress of Natural Source and Manufacturing Process of Biodiesel: A Review

Eko Supriyanto, Jayan Sentanuhady, Ariyana Dwiputra, Ari Permana, Muhammad Akhsin Muflikhun

Subject: Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Keywords: biodiesel; engine performance; emissions; natural feedstocks; production method

Online: 30 March 2021 (09:42:11 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202102.0464.v1

Comparison of the Morphological Characteristics of Sub-Elite Female Football Players According to Playing Position

Anita Strauss, Martinique Sparks, Cindy Pienaar

Subject: Medicine And Pharmacology, Immunology And Allergy Keywords: anthropometry; height; somatotype; body mass; soccer; sports performance

Online: 22 February 2021 (12:03:33 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202102.0115.v1

Influence of Silica Nano-Additives on Performance and Emission Characteristics of Soybean Biodiesel Fuelled Diesel Engine

R. S. Gavhane, A. M. Kate, A. A. Pawar, Manzoore Elahi M Soudagar, Nik-Nazri Nik-Ghazali, M.A. Mujtaba, I.M. Rizwanul Fattah, Asif Afzal, Ravinder Kumar, V. S. Gadakh, M. Shahabuddin

Subject: Engineering, Automotive Engineering Keywords: Soybean biodiesel; Engine performance; Engine emission; Nano-additives

Online: 3 February 2021 (10:45:16 CET)

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Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints202012.0455.v1

Major Prosthetic Factors Influencing the Prognosis of Implant Prosthodontics. A Systematic Review.

Javier Montero

Subject: Medicine And Pharmacology, Immunology And Allergy Keywords: Prognosis; prosthodontics; dental implant; clinical performance; risk factor.

Online: 18 December 2020 (11:34:49 CET)

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Working Paper ARTICLE

Expression Pattern, Polymorphisms and Association Analyses of the Porcine NREP Gene

Aleš Knoll, Michaela Nesvadbová, Tomáš Urban

Subject: Biology And Life Sciences, Biochemistry And Molecular Biology Keywords: pig; NREP; gene expression; polymorphism; SNP; meat performance

Online: 1 December 2020 (08:48:46 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202011.0190.v1

Issues and Challenges Confronting the Achievement of Zero Plastic Waste in Victoria, Australia

A. W. M. Ng, Srenghang Ly, Nitin Muttil, Cuong Nguyen

Subject: Engineering, Automotive Engineering Keywords: zero waste; plastic waste; circular economy; recycling performance

Online: 4 November 2020 (10:45:14 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202007.0597.v1

The Invention of Sacred Places and Rituals: A Comparative Study of Pilgrimage

John Eade

Subject: Social Sciences, Religion Keywords: pilgrimage; ritual; power; agency; performance; entrepreneurs; institutional religion

Online: 24 July 2020 (14:43:52 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202006.0037.v1

Performance Measurement and Improvement of Healthcare Service Using Discrete Event Simulation in Bahir Dar Clinic

Aregawi yemane Meresa, Hagazi Abrha Heniey, Kidane Gidey

Subject: Engineering, Industrial And Manufacturing Engineering Keywords: Discrete Event Simulation; Performance Analysis; WIP; Model; Healthcare

Online: 4 June 2020 (13:46:19 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints201912.0404.v1

Performance and Robustness Analysis of Model Predictive Controller (MPC) and Proportional Integral Derivative Control (PID) of an Autonomous Vehicle for Lane Keeping Maneuvers

Moveh Samuel

Subject: Engineering, Automotive Engineering Keywords: performance; robustness; analysis; lane keeping; maneuvers autonomous; vehicles

Online: 31 December 2019 (10:10:57 CET)

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Working Paper REVIEW

Review on Leader Member Exchange Theory: Antecedent and The Effect on Employee Performance

Mohamad Arrasyid, Amaliyah Amaliyah, Moses Pandin

Subject: Business, Economics And Management, Human Resources And Organizations Keywords: Leader-Member Exchange; Characteristics of Task; Employee Performance

Online: 15 May 2019 (12:16:12 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints201901.0167.v1

Market Risk and Financial Performance of Non-financial Companies Listed on the Moroccan Stock Exchange

Diby François Kassi, Dilesha Nawadali Rathnayake, Akadje Jean Roland Edjoukou

Subject: Business, Economics And Management, Finance Keywords: Market risk, Financial performance, Non-financial firms, Morocco

Online: 16 January 2019 (13:10:11 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints201808.0250.v1

A Full-Scale Comparative Study of Conventional and Side-Stream Enhanced Biological Phosphorus Removal Processes

Dongqi Wang, Nicholas B. Tooker, Varun Srinivasan, Guangyu Li, Peter Schauer, Adrienne Menniti, Chris Maher, Charles B. Bott, Paul Dombrowski, James L. Barnard, Annalisa Onnis-Hayden, April Z. Gu

Subject: Engineering, Chemical Engineering Keywords: EBPR; side-stream; performance comparison; microbial ecology; activity

Online: 14 August 2018 (06:24:23 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints201805.0481.v1

Experimental Investigation of the Use of Waste Mineral Oils as a Fuel with Organic-based Mn Additive

Bulent Özdalyan, Recep Ç. Orman

Subject: Engineering, Automotive Engineering Keywords: waste mineral oil; Mn additive; engine performance; emission

Online: 31 May 2018 (13:27:48 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints201804.0269.v1

Wind Turbine Power Curve Upgrades

Davide Astolfi, Francesco Castellani, Ludovico Terzi

Subject: Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Keywords: wind energy; wind turbines; SCADA; retrofitting; performance evaluation

Online: 20 April 2018 (14:11:15 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints201803.0181.v1

Effect of Grain Size and Nutrient Feeding on the Treatment Potential of Biofilters for Treatment of De-Icing Chemicals

Gema Sakti Raspati, Hanna Kristine Haug Lindseth, Tone Merete Muthanna, Kamal Azrague

Subject: Engineering, Chemical Engineering Keywords: stormwater; biofilter; de-icing chemicals; nutrients; filtration performance

Online: 20 March 2018 (16:28:04 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints201803.0090.v1

Assessment of the Performance of Rainfall-Runoff Model GR4J to Simulate Streamflow in Ouémé Watershed at Bonou’s outlet (West Africa)

Domiho Japhet Kodja, Gil Mahé, Ernest Amoussou, Michel Boko, Jean-Emmanuel Paturel

Subject: Environmental And Earth Sciences, Environmental Science Keywords: streamflow; runoff model GR4J; performance; simulation; watershed; Bonou;

Online: 12 March 2018 (14:03:11 CET)

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Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints202402.1651.v1

A Novel Low-Tech Water Treatment System to Provide Safe Water for the Rural Poor

Edward McBean

Subject: Engineering, Civil Engineering Keywords: Low-tech; ceramic filter; safe water; full schools; long term performance; easy to use; robust performance; girl’ s education

Online: 28 February 2024 (16:01:30 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202409.0783.v2

Characteristics of Patients with Newly Diagnosed High-Grade Advanced Ovarian, Fallopian Tube and Primary Peritoneal Cancer in 2018–2023 and the Impact of Molecular Diagnostics on the Chemotherapy in Clinical Practice

Sonja Millert-Kalińska, Małgorzata Stawicka-Niełacna, Lidia Tomczak, Dominik Pruski, Marcin Przybylski, Karolina Jaszczyńska-Nowinka, Grzegorz Poprawski, Radosław Mądry

Subject: Medicine And Pharmacology, Oncology And Oncogenics Keywords: high-grade ovarian cancer; OC; molecular diagnostics

Online: 31 October 2024 (10:44:09 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202410.1052.v1

An Exploratory Study on the Potentials of Removing Ice from Frozen Structures by Bubble Pulsation Energy

Ying Song, Shuai Zhang, Shi-Ping Wang, Zhuang Kang

Subject: Engineering, Marine Engineering Keywords: bubble energy; high speed jet; de-icing

Online: 14 October 2024 (12:06:49 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202410.0022.v1

Copper Based Graphite Composites and Their Usage as Current Collectors for High Voltage Electric Motors

Radu Mirea, Razvan Ene, Dragos Ene

Subject: Chemistry And Materials Science, Ceramics And Composites Keywords: graphite; carbon composite; high voltage; carbon/metal

Online: 3 October 2024 (07:58:20 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202408.1955.v1

Manufacturing and Functional Characterization of Graphite/Metal Composite Materials for High Voltage Electric Motors

Radu Mirea, Razvan Ene, Dragoș Ene

Subject: Chemistry And Materials Science, Materials Science And Technology Keywords: graphite; carbon-metal composites; high voltage; pitch

Online: 28 August 2024 (02:56:34 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202408.0786.v1

The Confluence Analysis Program: A User-Friendly Tool for Automated Cell Confluence Measurement and Visualization

Abraham Lobsenz, Paul Seidler

Subject: Biology And Life Sciences, Cell And Developmental Biology Keywords: confluency; bioinformatics; cell segmentation; high-throughput screening

Online: 12 August 2024 (10:24:02 CEST)

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Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints202407.1411.v1

Overview of the Multifaceted Functions of LncRNA HOTAIR in Glioblastoma

Mohammed A. Azab

Subject: Biology And Life Sciences, Neuroscience And Neurology Keywords: HOTAIR; ncRNAs; GBM; high grade glioma; epigenetics

Online: 17 July 2024 (12:40:12 CEST)

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Preprint COMMUNICATION | doi:10.20944/preprints202407.0470.v1

Dual-Band Antenna With Pattern and Polarization Diversity

Jungmin Mo, Youngje Sung

Subject: Engineering, Electrical And Electronic Engineering Keywords: High isolation; Pattern-diversity antenna; Polarization diversity

Online: 5 July 2024 (02:50:09 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202405.0154.v1

Exoscopic Versus Microscopic Surgery in 5-ALA Guided Resection of High Grade Gliomas

Giada Garufi, Alfredo Conti, Bipin Chaurasia, Salvatore Massimiliano Cardali

Subject: Biology And Life Sciences, Neuroscience And Neurology Keywords: exoscope; microscope; 5-ALA; high grade glioma

Online: 3 May 2024 (07:09:08 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202404.0296.v1

Wenzhou TE: A First-Principles Calculated Thermoelectric Materials Database

Ying Fang, Hezhu Shao

Subject: Physical Sciences, Condensed Matter Physics Keywords: Thermoelectric Materials; Material Databases; High-throughput Computing

Online: 3 April 2024 (12:25:55 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202402.1298.v1

Analysis of Attitudes and Practices towards the Influenza Vaccine in High-Risk Adults in Poland

Dorota Kopciuch, Karolina Hoffmann, Krzysztof Kus, Agnieszka Koligat-Seitz, Piotr Ratajczak, Elżbieta Nowakowska, Anna Paczkowska

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Public Health And Health Services Keywords: vaccines; influenza; high-risk groups; attitudes; practice

Online: 23 February 2024 (08:30:56 CET)

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Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints202401.0905.v1

Research Status and Development Trend of High-Pressure Water Jet Nozzle

Hongjie Niu, Yuntao Hou, Yafei Lei, Dongyang Li, Yi Yang, Guoyu Song

Subject: Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Keywords: High pressure water jet; Nozzle; Research status

Online: 11 January 2024 (11:00:48 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202312.0163.v1

A Novel Orthogonally High Isolation CPW Fed UWB MIMO Antenna for IoT Applications

Muhammad Zahid, Nirman Bhowmike, Zaeem Mazhar, Asma Ejaz, Sultan Shoaib, Yasar Amin

Subject: Engineering, Electrical And Electronic Engineering Keywords: UWB; MIMO; Internet of thing; high isolation

Online: 4 December 2023 (07:51:16 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202312.0124.v1

Outpatient Embedded Palliative Care for Patients With Advanced Thoracic Malignancy: A High-Value Practice

Mary C. Boulanger, Margaret D. Krasne, Ethan K. Gough, Samantha Myers, Ilene S. Browner, Josephine L. Feliciano

Subject: Medicine And Pharmacology, Oncology And Oncogenics Keywords: palliative care; thoracic oncology; high-value care

Online: 4 December 2023 (03:54:29 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202310.0747.v1

Evaluation of Surface Stabilization and Reinforcement Effect of Fragile Bronzes

JIACHANG CHEN, YIN MAI, LIWEI CHEN, LIANGSHUAI ZHANG, XINZHAN CUI, XIN LIU

Subject: Arts And Humanities, Archaeology Keywords: bronze relics; powder rust; high-permeability; stabilization

Online: 12 October 2023 (02:12:19 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202307.2116.v1

Design of a Dual-Band WiFi Antenna Using the Theory of Characteristic Modes and Nested Chinese Characters

Zhonggen Wang, Mingqing Wang, Wenyan Nie

Subject: Engineering, Electrical And Electronic Engineering Keywords: characteristic mode; Chinese characters; WiFi; high isolation

Online: 31 July 2023 (11:42:23 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202304.0676.v1

mech2d: An Efficient Tool for High-Throughput Calculation of Mechanical Properties for Two-Dimensional Materials

Haidi Wang, Tao Li, Xiaofeng Liu, Weiduo Zhu, Zhao Chen, Zhongjun Li, Jinlong Yang

Subject: Physical Sciences, Condensed Matter Physics Keywords: mechanical properties; 2D materials; high-throughput; DFT.

Online: 21 April 2023 (07:20:16 CEST)

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Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints202204.0228.v1

High Throughput Phenotyping Approach

Anand Kumar, Prashant Kaushik

Subject: Biology And Life Sciences, Biochemistry And Molecular Biology Keywords: vegetables; high throughput phenotyping; genomic assisted breeding

Online: 26 April 2022 (06:00:45 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202203.0044.v1

Research on Electromagnetic Radiation Mechanism During Detonation of Energetic Material

Yuanbo Cui, Deren Kong, Jian Jiang, Shang Gao

Subject: Physical Sciences, Radiation And Radiography Keywords: energetic material; plasma; detonation; electromagnetism; high temperature

Online: 2 March 2022 (10:39:48 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202110.0330.v1

First Observations of SN 1604 (Kepler's Supernova)

Alessandro De Angelis, selenia broccio

Subject: Physical Sciences, Astronomy And Astrophysics Keywords: Supernova remnants; Stellar evolution; High-energy astrophysics

Online: 22 October 2021 (12:11:22 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202104.0426.v1

Magnetic Field Alignment, a Perspective in the Engineering of Collagen-Silica Composite Biomaterials

Nicolas Debons, Kenta Matsumoto, Noriyuki Hirota, Thibaud Coradin, Toshiyuki Ikoma, Carole Aimé

Subject: Chemistry And Materials Science, Biomaterials Keywords: bionanocomposites; collagen; high magnetic field; silica particles

Online: 15 April 2021 (18:12:26 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202103.0122.v1

Performance Enhancement Techniques for Patch Antennas of Small Satellites

Zizung Yoon, Mayank Mayank, Enrico Stoll

Subject: Engineering, Electrical And Electronic Engineering Keywords: satellite communication, antenna optimization, high gain antenna

Online: 3 March 2021 (09:59:04 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202103.0104.v1

Chitosan from crabs (Scylla Serrata) Represses Hepato-renal Dysfunctions in Rats via Modulation of CD43 and p53 Expression in High Fat Diet-induced Hyperlipidemia

Regina Ngozi Ugbaja, Kunle Ogungbemi, Adewale Segun James, Peter Folorunsho Ayodele, Olanrewaju Samuel Abolade, Stella Ajamikoko, Eniola Olapeju Atayese, Omowunmi Victoria Adedeji

Subject: Biology And Life Sciences, Biochemistry And Molecular Biology Keywords: Chitosan; Hyperlipidemia; High-fat diet; p53; CD43

Online: 2 March 2021 (16:02:07 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202102.0550.v1

Optical Data Transmission at 44 Tb/s with a Single Integrated Chip Source

Mengxi Tan, Mike Xu, David Moss

Subject: Engineering, Telecommunications Keywords: microcombs; data transmission; filters; high bandwidth; optical

Online: 24 February 2021 (12:59:47 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202102.0507.v1

Optical Frequency Microcomb Distillation for Super Channel Data Transmission

Chawaphon Prayoonyong, Andreas Boes, Xingyuan Xu, Mengxi Tan, Sai T. Chu, Brent E. Little, Roberto Morandotti, Arnan Mitchell, David J. Moss, Bill Corcoran

Subject: Engineering, Automotive Engineering Keywords: microcombs, data transmission, filters, high bandwidth, optical

Online: 23 February 2021 (09:49:59 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202012.0333.v1

ATmospheric LIDar (ATLID): European Space Agency Instrument Ready to Measure Aerosols and Thin Clouds in Atmosphere

João Pereira do Carmo, Geraud de Villele, Kotska Wallace, Alain Lefebvre, Kaustav Ghose, Thomas Kanitz, François Chassat, Bertrand Corselle, Thomas Belhadj, Paolo Bravetti

Subject: Environmental And Earth Sciences, Atmospheric Science And Meteorology Keywords: LIDAR; UV laser; high spectral resolution; aerosols

Online: 14 December 2020 (13:11:08 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202006.0111.v1

A Novel Family of Quadrupole-Orbitrap Mass Spectrometers for a Broad Range of Analytical Applications

Jan-Peter Hauschild, Amelia Corinne Peterson, Erik Couzijn, Eduard Denisov, Denis Chernyshev, Christian Hock, Hamish Stewart, Ralf Hartmer, Dmitry Grinfeld, Christian Thoeing, Bastian Reitemeier, Arne Kreutzmann, Oliver Lange, Wilko Balschun, Aivaras Venckus, Sebastian Kanngiesser, Alexander Kholomeev, Gregor Quiring, Frank Czemper, Eloy Wouters, Michael Belford, Mathias Mueller, Jens Grote, Tabiwang N. Arrey, Julia Kraegenbring, Kerstin Strupat, Siegrun Mohring, Catharina Crone, Alexander Harder, Aaron Robitaille, Aaron Gajadhar, Khatereh Motamed, Yang Liu, Daniel Lopez Ferrer, Nicolaie Eugen Damoc, Angela Criscuolo, Kristina Srzentic, Ed George, Charles Yang, Ioanna Ntai, Amanda Souza, Andreas Wieghaus, Alexander Makarov

Subject: Biology And Life Sciences, Biochemistry And Molecular Biology Keywords: Orbitrap mass spectrometry; high resolution; accurate mass

Online: 8 June 2020 (10:17:36 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202002.0459.v1

Oxidation and Characterization of Low Concentration Gas in High-Temperature Reactor

Jinhua Chen, Guangcai Wen, Song Yan, Xiangyun Lan, Lu Xiao

Subject: Engineering, Energy And Fuel Technology Keywords: low concentration; gas; reactor; high-temperature oxidation

Online: 29 February 2020 (09:20:28 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints201910.0137.v1

An Efficient and High-Resolution Topology Optimization Method Based on Convolutional Neural Networks

Liang Xue, Jie Liu, Guilin Wen, Hongxin Wang

Subject: Computer Science And Mathematics, Mathematics Keywords: topology optimization; convolutional neural network; high-resolution

Online: 12 October 2019 (03:56:19 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints201903.0126.v4

Developing Bid-Ask Probabilities for High-Frequency Trading

Lester Ingber

Subject: Physical Sciences, Applied Physics Keywords: path integral; financial markets; high-frequency trading

Online: 8 May 2019 (08:47:44 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints201904.0238.v1

Assessment of Residual Feed Intake and Its Relevant Measurements in Two Varieties of Japanese Quail (Coturnix coturnix japonica) under High Environmental Temperature

Moataz M. Fathi, Ibrahim Al-Homidan, Tarek A. Ebeid, Ahmed Galal, Osama K. Abou-Emera

Subject: Biology And Life Sciences, Animal Science, Veterinary Science And Zoology Keywords: residual feed consumption; quail; high environmental temperature

Online: 22 April 2019 (11:22:21 CEST)

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Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints201806.0308.v1

Irradiance Variability Quantification and Small-Scale Averaging in Space and Time: A Short Review

Gerald M. Lohmann

Subject: Environmental And Earth Sciences, Atmospheric Science And Meteorology Keywords: irradiance variability, high-resolution measurements, increment statistics

Online: 19 June 2018 (17:10:06 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints201804.0075.v1

High Frequency Acceleration Device Effect on Accelerated Aligner Exchange - A Pilot Study

Thomas Shipley

Subject: Medicine And Pharmacology, Dentistry And Oral Surgery Keywords: high frequency; acceleration; vibration; orthodontics; tooth movement

Online: 6 April 2018 (10:57:40 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202312.1708.v1

High-Entropy Diborides – Silicon Carbide Composites by Reactive and Non-reactive Spark Plasma Sintering: A Comparative Study

Ekaterina Pakhomova, Giacomo Cao, Roberto Orrù, Sebastiano Garroni, Paolo Ferro, Roberta Licheri

Subject: Chemistry And Materials Science, Ceramics And Composites Keywords: high-entropy borides; silicon carbide; spark plasma sintering; self-propagating high-temperature synthesis; resistance to oxidation; fracture toughness

Online: 22 December 2023 (07:11:43 CET)

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Working Paper ARTICLE

On the Influence of Control Type and Strain Rate on the Lifetime of 50CrMo4

Max Benedikt Geilen, Josef Arthur Schönherr, Marcus Klein, Dominik Sebastian Leininger, Alexander Giertler, Ulrich Krupp, Matthias Oechsner

Subject: Chemistry And Materials Science, Biomaterials Keywords: ultrasonic cyclic testing; frequency effect; strain rate effect; 50CrMo4; SAE 4150; High Cycle Fatigue; Very High Cycle Fatigue

Online: 21 October 2020 (15:18:48 CEST)

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Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints202010.0051.v1

ROS and NO Regulation by Melatonin Under Abiotic Stress in Plants

Miriam Pardo-Hernandez, Maria Lopez-Delacalle, Rosa M Rivero

Subject: Biology And Life Sciences, Anatomy And Physiology Keywords: melatonin; ROS; NO; posttranslational modifications (PMTs); abiotic stress; drought; salinity; high temperature; high light; waterlogging; abiotic stress combination

Online: 5 October 2020 (07:48:29 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202407.0655.v1

Study on the Equivalent Density Tool and Depressurization Mechanism of Suction-Type Depressurization Cycle

Meipeng Ren, Xingquan Zhang, Renjun Xie, Junyan Wang, Zhaopeng Zhu, 学彬程, Liangbin Dou

Subject: Engineering, Other Keywords: Cyclic equivalent density (ECD); Annular pressure reduction; depressurization tools; Suction-type ECD reduction tool; High temperature and high pressure

Online: 8 July 2024 (14:17:02 CEST)

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Preprint COMMUNICATION | doi:10.20944/preprints202404.0833.v1

Convenient Preparation, Thermal Properties and X-Ray Structure Determination of 2,3-Dihydro-5,6,7,8-tetranitro-1,4-benzodioxine (TNBD): a Promising High Energy Density Material (HEDM)

Jonas Šarlauskas

Subject: Chemistry And Materials Science, Organic Chemistry Keywords: 1,4-benzodioxane; nitration; nitro derivatives; tetranitro; synthesis; X-ray crystallography; structure; thermal analysis; high energy high density material (HEDM)

Online: 12 April 2024 (08:03:59 CEST)

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Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints202104.0669.v1

The Possibility of a High-efficiency Wave Power Generation System using Dielectric Elastomers

Seiki Chiba, Mikio Waki, Changqing Jiang, Makoto Takeshita, Mitsugu Uejima, Kohei Arakawa, Kazuhiro Ohyama

Subject: Engineering, Automotive Engineering Keywords: dielectric elastomer; generation; carbon dioxide free; rare earths free; high efficiency; CNT; high power; artificial muscle; actuator; large deformation

Online: 26 April 2021 (13:09:45 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202101.0622.v1

Influence of Preheating Temperature on Hardness and Microstructure of PBF Steel hs6-5-3-8

Jasmin Saewe, Markus Benjamin Wilms, Lucas Jauer, Johannes Schleifenbaum

Subject: Engineering, Industrial And Manufacturing Engineering Keywords: LPBF; Laser Powder Bed Fusion; SLM; Selective Laser Melting; High-speed steel; tool steel; high carbon content; preheating temperature

Online: 29 January 2021 (13:09:59 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202411.0034.v1

Effectiveness of Early Versus Late Time-Restricted Eating Combined with Physical Activity in Overweight or Obese Women

Sarra Miladi, Tarak Driss, Ranya Ameur, Sirine C Miladi, Samar J. Miladi, Mohamed Fadhel Najjar, Fadoua Neffati, Omar Hammouda

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: Time-restricted eating; circadian rhythms; metabolic health, physical performance

Online: 1 November 2024 (09:52:37 CET)

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Preprint CASE REPORT | doi:10.20944/preprints202410.1635.v1

The Case Study on Data Mining Based Students’ Performance Prediction for Academic Success in E-learning

Evelina Staneviciene, Daina Gudoniene, Vytenis Punys, Arturas Kukstys

Subject: Computer Science And Mathematics, Information Systems Keywords: educational data mining; prediction; academic success; student performance; SDG

Online: 21 October 2024 (15:57:32 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202410.1472.v1

Impact of Lower Limb Asymmetries on Physical Performance among Adolescent Female Tennis Players

Nagore Moreno Apellaniz, Oscar Villanueva Guerrero, Victor Emilio Villavicencio Alvarez, Santiago Calero-Morales, Elena Mainer-Pardos

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: racket sport; asymmetries; jump; change of direction; speed; performance

Online: 18 October 2024 (11:25:02 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202410.0684.v1

Evaluation of DNA Mismatch Repair Proteins by Immunohistochemistry Using Two Antibodies

Leonardo S. Lino-Silvca, Mariana Salazar-Castillo, Scarlett F. Balderas-López, Sabrina B. Martínez-Villavicencio, Luisa F. Rivera-Moncada, Hanna I Ortega-Martínez, Cesar Zepeda-Najar

Subject: Medicine And Pharmacology, Pathology And Pathobiology Keywords: microsatellite instability; mismatch repair; colon cancer; adenocarcinoma; diagnostic performance

Online: 9 October 2024 (11:04:53 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202409.1513.v1

Biomechanical Analysis of Rectus Femoris Kinesio Taping Effects on Stop Jump Task Performance Post-Muscle Fatigue

Wei-Hsun Tai, Chih-Yu Tu, Chih-Yen Tu, Chen-Fu Huang, Hsien-Te Peng

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: quadriceps; lower limb; performance enhancement; athletic training; exercise physiology

Online: 20 September 2024 (07:48:48 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202409.1561.v1

Assessment of Procrastination Levels and Demographic Associations Among Nursing Students in Bengaluru Colleges

Sini George

Subject: Medicine And Pharmacology, Psychiatry And Mental Health Keywords: Procrastination; Nursing students; Time management; Academic performance; Demographic factors

Online: 20 September 2024 (05:44:49 CEST)

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Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints202408.1770.v1

Organic Acids as Antibiotics Alternatives in Poultry Field: Recent Advances

Wafaa A Abd El-Ghany

Subject: Biology And Life Sciences, Animal Science, Veterinary Science And Zoology Keywords: Organic acids; carcass traits; chickens performance; gut health; immunity

Online: 26 August 2024 (03:04:12 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202408.1611.v1

The “Other” Workplace Design Factors: An Insight into What New Zealand Workers Want

James Olabode Bamidele Rotimi, Eziaku Onyeizu Rasheed

Subject: Engineering, Architecture, Building And Construction Keywords: Diversity and inclusion; Facilities; Office design; Performance; Productivity; Sustainability

Online: 22 August 2024 (08:26:03 CEST)

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The recent COVID-19 pandemic has led to a reassessment of workplace necessities. It has resulted in the current shift from traditional workplace design to creating work experiences - a new par-adigm in workplace management. Hence, while some conventional workplace factors remain important to the experiences of workers and, thus, to their well-being, comfort and productivity, recent studies suggest other factors, not widely known, as important in creating the appropriate work experience. Our study explores these other factors in the workplace that contribute to, or may be very important to, workers’ comfort, well-being and productivity. These include working mode, facilities, sustainability practices and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) – cultural connection. A sample of 149 occupants across offices in New Zealand was conveniently collected for the study and analysed using descriptive and content analysis in SPSS vs 24. The results show that the occupants prefer to have private offices in the workplace and separate meeting rooms for better concentration on work. In terms of working mode, a combined model of remote working and in-office working is preferred. Furthermore, occupants prefer to have access control and fire safety systems essentially in the workplace and for their offices to be cleaned daily. For sustainable measures in the workplace, the respondents choose the following as practical and convenient: turning off computers outside work hours, using more LED light bulbs in the office, opening windows and doors when required and using a motion sensor lighting system. Interestingly, most of the respondents did not think having a cultural connection in their workplace was important. The study findings represent significant progress in identifying the needs of contemporary office workers. These findings assist facility managers and workplace designers in developing more proactive approaches to anticipated user issues in buildings.

Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202408.0301.v1

Managerial Myopia and Enterprise ESG Performance – Based on the Co-inhibiting Effect of Green Investment and Continuous Innovation

Lingling Cao, Hong Jiang, Huawei Niu

Subject: Business, Economics And Management, Business And Management Keywords: Managerial myopia; ESG performance; Green investment; Green sustainable innovation

Online: 6 August 2024 (02:58:18 CEST)

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Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints202407.2057.v2

Nano-Enhanced Polymer Composite Materials: A Review of Current Advancements and Challenges

Abdulrahman Adeiza Musa, Abdulhakeem Bello, Mohammed Adam Sani, Azikiwe Peter Onwualu, Vitalis C. Anye, Kamilu Adeyemi Bello, Ifeyinwa Ijeoma Obianyo

Subject: Chemistry And Materials Science, Materials Science And Technology Keywords: nanocomposite; carbon‐based nanomaterials; composite development; challenges; nanocomposite performance

Online: 30 July 2024 (11:44:21 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202407.2210.v1

Assessing the Opportunities and Risks of DUS and VCU Variety Testing for Sustainable Production through SWOT Analysis Results

Nóra Mendler-Drienyovszki., Katalin Magyar-Tábori, Roberto Mancinelli, Lisa Black, Hazel Brown, Mohamed Allam, Sripada M. Udupa, Mariam Atait, Elena Novarina, Tommaso Bardelli, Preben Klarskov Hansen, Paul Cottney, Anna Maria Giulini

Subject: Biology And Life Sciences, Agricultural Science And Agronomy Keywords: quality standards; sustainable production; yield performance; SWOT strategies; survey

Online: 30 July 2024 (09:29:11 CEST)

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Preprint BRIEF REPORT | doi:10.20944/preprints202407.1823.v1

6′-Sialyllactose Enhances Exercise Performance via Increased Muscle Mass and Strength

Eun Jung Park, Lila Kim, Jie-Oh Lee, Hayyoung Lee, Yong An Kim, Hiroe Go

Subject: Biology And Life Sciences, Biology And Biotechnology Keywords: 6′ -sialyllactose; exercise performance; muscle strength; muscle mass

Online: 24 July 2024 (02:40:23 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202407.1102.v1

Growth Performance and Survival of African Catfish (Clarias gariepinus) Larvae Fed on Locally Formulated Feeds

Abelneh Yimer Melaku

Subject: Biology And Life Sciences, Aquatic Science Keywords: Clarias gariepinus; feed, larvae; growth performance; and survival rate

Online: 16 July 2024 (04:47:55 CEST)

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The lack of quality formulated feeds as supplements or replacements for live feeds has negatively impacted the growth performance and survival rates in the larvae of many fish species, notably African catfish (C. gariepinus). Successful larval rearing relies on the availability of suitable diets that are readily consumed, easily digested, and provide the essential nutrients necessary for optimal growth and health of the fish. This study evaluated the growth performance and survival rates of C. gariepinus larvae when fed locally formulated diets. The experiment was conducted using 12 basins, each with a capacity of 20 liters. Each basin was stocked with 60 larvae in four replicates, averaging 0.03 g in weight. The experimental diets were formulated to contain three different levels of crude protein: 40%, 45%, and 50%. The larvae were fed these diets at a rate of 10-20% of their body weight over 70 days. Initially, the larvae were fed artemia at the onset of feeding in hatchling basins immediately after yolk sac absorption for the first seven days. This was followed by a blend of artemia and formulated feeds for 14 days. After 28 days, the larvae were transitioned to be exclusively fed the formulated dry feeds. The results indicated that the larvae fed on diets containing 45% and 50% crude protein exhibited significantly better overall growth performance compared to those fed on a 40% crude protein diet. Specifically, the larvae that received the 45% and 50% crude protein diets showed higher final mean weight, increased daily weight gain, and improved survival rates, which ranged from 80% to 81.5%. Notably, there was no significant difference in growth performance and survival rates between the larvae fed on 45% and 50% crude protein diets, suggesting that a 45% crude protein-formulated diet is sufficient to achieve the best growth performance and survival rates for C. gariepinus larvae. This study supports the recommendation of feeding C. gariepinus larvae with a dry diet containing 45% crude protein starting from 14 days post-hatching to enhance their growth and survival rates. However, further research is recommended to explore the effects of this feeding regimen across different agroecological zones and aquaculture systems to validate and potentially refine these findings.

Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202406.1267.v1

Modification and Performance Evaluation of a Biomass Pelleting Machine

Simeon Olatayo Jekayinfa, Folorunso Adegboyega Ola, Fatai Bukola Akande, Mutairu Abiola Adesokan, Ibrahim Akinola Abdulsalam

Subject: Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Keywords: pelletizing machine; palletization; densification; pellet physical property; machine performance

Online: 19 June 2024 (18:24:06 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202406.0183.v1

Swimming with Sharks: Can Small Investors Compete with Buffett?

Pankaj Topiwala

Subject: Business, Economics And Management, Finance Keywords: low frequency trading, hedging, algorithmic trading, investment, performance measures

Online: 4 June 2024 (12:48:00 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202405.1436.v1

Climate Change Impacts on Mediterranean Coral Oculina Patagonica: Reproductive Resilience and Thermal Performance

Tamar Shemesh, Shani Levy, Abigail Einbinder, Itai Kolsky, Jessica Bellworthy, Tali Mass

Subject: Biology And Life Sciences, Ecology, Evolution, Behavior And Systematics Keywords: Climate Change, Temperate Coral, Reproductive Resilience, Thermal Performance, Bleaching.

Online: 22 May 2024 (12:43:17 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202405.1314.v1

CFO’s Intellectual Capital and its Relationship with Financial Performance, An Analysis of Companies Listed on the Stock Exchange (BOVESPA)

Valente Jaqueline, Ana Claudia Moxotó

Subject: Business, Economics And Management, Business And Management Keywords: Financial director; Intellectual Capital; Financial Performance; Share Capital; CFO

Online: 21 May 2024 (14:57:46 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202405.1243.v1

Social Network Analysis: Understanding Volleyball Dynamics Through Match Opponents

Marcos Henrique do Nascimento, Henrique de Oliveira Castro, Augusto Cézar Rodrigues Rocha, Auro Barreiros Freire, Gustavo Pedrosa, Herbert Ugrinowitsch, Lucas Savassi Figueiredo, Lorenzo Laporta, Gustavo De Conti Teixeira Costa

Subject: Biology And Life Sciences, Life Sciences Keywords: performance; game ecology; situational constraints; Offensive Patterns; complex I

Online: 20 May 2024 (09:30:35 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202405.1013.v1

Effects of Soybean Isoflavone on the Growth Performance and Lipid Metabolism of Juvenile Chinese Mitten Crab Eriocheir sinensis

Mengyu Shi, Yisong He, Jiajun Zheng, Yang Xu, Yue Tan, Li Jia, Liqiao Chen, Jinyun Ye, Changle Qi

Subject: Biology And Life Sciences, Aquatic Science Keywords: Soybean isoflavones; Chinese mitten crab; Growth performance; Lipid metabolism

Online: 15 May 2024 (07:48:20 CEST)

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In order to study the effects of soybean isoflavones on the growth performance and lipid metabolism of juvenile Chinese mitten crab, six experimental diets were formulated by gradient supplementation 0%, 0.004% and 0.008% soybean isoflavones at different dietary lipid levels (10% and 15%), which were named to NF-0 group (10% fat and 0% SIF), NF-0.004 group (10% fat and 0.004% SIF), NF-0.008 group (10% fat and 0.008% SIF), HF-0 group (15% fat and 0% SIF), HF-0.004 group (15% fat and 0.004% SIF) and HF-0.008 group (15% fat and 0.008% SIF). All crabs with an initial weight of 0.4 ± 0.03 g were fed for 8 weeks. The results showed that diets supplementation with 0.004% or 0.008% SIF significantly increased the weight gain and specific growth rate of crabs. Diets supplementation with 0.004% or 0.008% SIF significantly reduced the content of non-esterified free fatty acids and triglycerides in the hepatopancreas of crabs at 10% dietary lipid level. Dietary SIF significantly decreased the relative mRNA expressions of elongase of very long-chain fatty acids 6 (elovl6), triglyceride lipase (tgl), sterol regulatory element binding protein 1 (srebp-1), carnitine palmitoyltransferase-1a (cpt-1a), fatty acid transporter protein 4 (fatp4), carnitine palmitoyltransferase-2 (cpt-2), Δ9 fatty acyl desaturase (Δ9 fad), carnitine palmitoyltransferase-1b (cpt-1b), fatty acid binding protein 10 (fabp10) and microsomal triglyceride transfer protein (mttp) in the hepatopancreas of crabs. At 15% dietary lipid level, 0.008% SIF significantly increased the relative mRNA expressions of fatty acid binding protein 3 (fabp3), carnitine acetyltransferase (caat), fatp4, fabp10, tgl, cpt-1a, cpt-1b and cpt-2 and significantly down regulated the relative mRNA expressions of Δ9 fad and srebp-1. In conclusion, SIF can improve the growth and utilization of high-fat diet by inhibiting genes related to lipid synthesis and promoting lipid decomposition in juvenile Chinese mitten crab.

Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202404.1803.v1

Preparation and Printing Performance of Visible Light Photo-chromic Paper based on PMoA-PWA/ZnO/PVP Composite

Wanqing Zhao, Hongmei Zhao, Wei Feng, Honggang Zhao

Subject: Chemistry And Materials Science, Materials Science And Technology Keywords: Heteropoly acid; ZnO; Visible light photochromic paper; Printing Performance

Online: 28 April 2024 (08:03:19 CEST)

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