Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Repository Evaluation of silk sericin as a biomaterial

Sericin and fibroin are the two major proteins in the silk fibre produced by the domesticated silkworm, Bombyx mori. Fibroin has been extensively investigated as a biomaterial. We have previously shown that fibroin can function successfully as a substratum for growing cells of the eye. Sericin has been so far neglected as a biomaterial because of suspected allergenic activity. However, this misconception has now been dispelled, and sericin’s biocompatibility is currently indisputable. Aiming at promoting sericin as a possible substratum for the growth of corneal cells in order to make tissue-engineered constructs for the restoration of the ocular surface, in this study we investigated the attachment and growth in vitro of human corneal limbal epithelial cells (HLECs) on sericin-based membranes. Sericin was isolated and regenerated from the silkworm cocoons by an aqueous procedure, manufactured into membranes, and characterized (mechanical properties, structural analysis, contact angles). Primary cell cultures from two donors were established in serum-supplemented media in the presence of murine feeder cells. Membranes made of sericin and fibroin-sericin blends were assessed in vitro as substrata for HLECs in a serum-free medium, in a cell attachment assay and in a 3-day cell growth experiment. While the mechanical characteristics of sericin were found to be inferior to those of fibroin, its ability to enhance the attachment of HLECs was significantly superior to fibroin, as revealed by the PicoGreen® assay. Evidence was also obtained that cells can grow and differentiate on these substrata.
Diversity of plant species growing during fallow period of shifting cultivation and potential of its biomass for sustainable energy production in Mahakam Ulu , East Kalimantan , Indonesia

Yuliansyah, Haqiqi MT, Septia E, Mujiasih D, Septiana HA, Setiawan KA, Setiyono B, Angi EM, Saparwadi, Sari NM, Kusuma IW, Rujehan, Suwinarti W, Amirta R. 2019. Short Communication: Diversity of plant species growing during fallow period of shifting cultivation and potential of its biomass for sustainable energy production in Mahakam Ulu, East Kalimantan, Indonesia. Biodiversitas 20: 2236-2242. Fallow period is a time gap, as long as 15 years, for improving natural soil fertility of land used for traditional shifting cultivation, in the tropical areas commonly used by Dayak People in Borneo Island. During this period, many biomass plant species naturally grow and develop a new forest vegetation community with shrub and medium trees, dominated by fastgrowing pioneer species. In this study, we investigated the plant diversity in fallowed shifting cultivation area in Batu Majang Village, Mahakam Ulu District, East Kalimantan Province, followed by analysis of the suitability of wood characteristics for energy production. We classified the study area according to the age of fallow period as: 1-3 years, 4-6 years, 7-9 years and 10-15 years. We found 29 species among which 13 were identified as the top species according to the highest value for important value index. Potential wood biomass production increased from 3.01 m ha to 399.62 m ha. V. pinnata and M. pearsonii showed the highest dominance which is present in almost all area based on age classification groups. Wood from V. pinnata achieved the highest calorific valueof18.00 MJ kg whereas N. cadamba and M. sericea were in the second and third places with the value of 17.30 MJ kg and 17.28 MJ kg, respectively. Therefore, V. pinnata was an important species among all other species observed because of high adaptability and high energy content. In addition, possible energy production at the end of the fallow period of 15 years was 2.92 GJ ha.
Compressive Multi-document Summarization with Sense-level Concepts ∗

Most existing document summarization methods make use of information appeared in input documents only. They operate on the word level, and do not make use of the sense-level concepts which usually need external semantic knowledge. In this paper, we investigate a compressive MultiDocument Summarization (MDS) model which integrates the sense-level concepts of words and entities. With sense disambiguation of the text, we propose a novel way of salience estimation and redundancy reduction that better capture the semantic meanings of words and entities in the input text. The experimental results demonstrate the effectiveness of our approach.
Typhoid infection and its effect on liver function assessment among pregnant women in Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria

Typhoid infection and its effect on liver function assessment among pregnant women were evaluated. Serum and blood samples were collected and processed for liver function assessment, widal test and microbiological identification of Salmonella typhi using standard methods. A total of ninety (90) patients were studied. Serum alanine transaminase (ALT) and Serum aspartate transaminase (AST) values for healthy pregnant women and pregnant women with typhoid infection had progressive value increase with increase in pregnancy time, except for the slight reduction in the third trimester with ALT. Mean values of healthy pregnant women and pregnant women with typhoid infection (iu/L) for ALT and AST were (8.93 ±1.07/ 9.95 ±0.19; 7.52 ±0.45/ 8.50 ±0.14) at first trimester, (10.62 ±1.19/11.64 ±0.05; 9.34 ±1.03/ 10.32 ±0.86) at second trimester and (9.81 ±0.16/ 10.83 ±0.76; 10.40 ±0.49/ 11.38 ±0.08) at third trimester, Conversely, total and conjugated bilirubin followed a different trend of retrogressive decrease with increase in pregnancy time. Total and conjugated bilirubin (mg/dL) mean values for healthy pregnant women and pregnant women with typhoid infection at first trimester were (0.56 ±0.87/ 0.69 ±0.09; 0.57 ±0.66/ 0.70 ±0.26), followed by second trimester (0.43 ±1.06/ 0.56 ±0.05; 0.48 ±0.77/ 0.61 ±0.03) and third trimester (0.32 ±0.57/ 0.45 ±0.11; 0.39 ±0.54/ 0.52 ±0.41). Values of LFT results among pregnant women with typhoid infection were higher than that of healthy pregnant women (p<0.05). Therefore, pregnancy alterations and infections could cause significant alterations in the results of LFT among pregnant women.
The synchronous reluctance solution: a new alternative in AC drives

The modern synchronous reluctance motor drive is illustrated as a new incoming technology solution. High anisotropy motor design is briefly summarized. The obtainable performance in terms of torque-per-volume is then compared to that of brushless and induction motors. With reference to traditional vector current control, the peculiarities of the synchronous reluctance motor drive are shown. Moreover, the effect of some second-order control aspects are evidenced, together with the possible advantages of adoption of flux-observer based schemes. Finally, both research and industrial trends in this field are summarized. <<ETX>>
Culture , Tax Evasion and Tax Morale : An Experimental Study of Italy and Denmark

Tax evasion varies widely across countries and follows a geographical pattern: Southern European countries such as Italy, Spain and Greece, are plagued by higher evasion rates than Northern European countries. This suggests a testable research question: Can national identity explain North-South discrepancies in European tax compliance? We address this issue by conducting identical laboratory experiments in Denmark and Italy, two countries that lie not only at the opposite ends of the spectrum on tax compliance but also at the extremes of cultural differences and citizen trust in the government. We adopt a double-hurdle model to separate the decision of whether to evade or not (extensive margin), from the decision of how much to evade (intensive margin). This study innovates both theoretically and methodologically. Theoretically, it contributes in two ways to the literature on tax compliance: 1) by showing that taxpayers’ attitudes toward evasion are not predictive of behavior; and 2) by showing that tax compliance is not related to trust in government or one’s fellow citizens. Methodologically, the paper innovates by being the first to examine tax compliance in Denmark, and by testing the effects of an extended vector of covariates on both the intensive and extensive margins of tax behavior. Empirically, we find that--contrary to expectations-Danes are more likely to evade tax than Italians; at the same time, Danes are less tolerant of tax evasion by others. We find that individual evasion choices are strongly affected by risk aversion and individual perception about others' compliance behavior. We conclude by discussing the implications of our findings for tax policies and future research.
Investigating the Combining Ability and Genetic Constitution of Physiological Indicators of Drought Tolerance in Bread Wheat ( Triticum aestivum L . ) Using GGE Biplot Methods

To study the combining ability and genetic constitution of physiological indicators of drought tolerance in bread wheat using GGE biplot techniques, an eight-parental diallel cross, excluding reciprocals, was grown in a randomized complete block design with three replications under two different water regimes (irrigated and rainfed) in the Agricultural Research Institute of Sararood, Kermanshah, Iran. Significant differences were found for yield potential (Yp), stress yield (Ys), relative water content (RWC) and leaf water potential (LWP). The result of biplot analysis showed that the Parent A, F, B, F and E were The best general combiners with positive effects, for improvement of Y, RWC, LWP, RWL and chlorophyll fluorescence (CHF) under drought conditions respectively, also parent C exhibited positive GCA for all traits. The crosses (A, C and H) × (B, F and G), (F and D) × (A, C and G), (F and E) × (A, H, C and D), (F, B and E) × (C, G and H) and (F and E) × (A and H) for Y, RWC, LWP, RWL and CHF were heterotic groups with different dominant tolerance genes (D1 and D2), respectively. The polygon view of the biplot indicated combining A × G and F × E produced the best drought tolerance hybrids for all the traits through integrated the four tolerance genes (A1, A2, D1, and D2). G was the best tester in all, as it was very close to the ideal tester. The results showed additive gene effects mainly that control the physiological indicators of drought tolerance. Thus, genetic gain in developing tolerance in bread wheat can be achieved through selection. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Minor Master Project Post-Newtonian N-body Dynamics

The majority of codes for relativistic N -body simulations fail to take all known first postNewtonian order terms in the equations of motion into account for computational reasons. Will (2014) showed that in some cases, for instance hierarchical systems or systems with a central massive object, some of the neglected terms are of similar or even higher importance than the terms that are taken into account, and he provides a way to efficiently calculate the relevant neglected terms, called cross-terms. We evaluate his method and provide expressions for the cross-terms in the case of multiple massive objects, yielding terms of similar algorithmic complexity. We use the Hermite integration scheme and Kustaanheimo-Stiefel regularization in the quaternion formation to numerically integrate the full first post-Newtonian equations of motion, in order to investigate the importance of the neglected terms. The code was validated using both two-body and hierarchical triple systems, reproducing the osculating elements derived analytically using Lagranges planetary equations, and the resonant eccentricity excitations, induced by post-Newtonian effects, recently obtained using purely secular orbital averaging methods by Naoz et al. (2013b). We however failed to reproduce their results for eccentric Kozai mechanism induced purely by post-Newtonian effects, instead of the usual Newtonian octupole variations, casting doubt on the existance of such a mechanism.
Influence of heat input on the Charpy ductile fracture behavior of reheated HAZ in GMAW multilayer welded joints on HSLA steel using digital fractographic analysis

The effect of the heat input on the fracture behavior of reheated heat affected zone in multilayered welded joints of ASTM A633 steel was evaluated using the impact test, fractography, scanning electron microscopy and digital images processing. The impact results indicated a reduction in the Charpy energy as a function of the wire feed rate, which was confirmed by fractographs after digital images processing that showed a decrease in volumetric fractions of micro-dimples in ductile failures accompanying the increase in feed rate, favoring brittle fractures in transgranular cleavage facets containing river marks. The minimum fractions in micro-voids and the largest size of facets showing a higher number of river patterns were found at maximum feed rate of 200 mm·s. Heterogeneous microstructure of heat affected zone formed by fine acicular ferrite network surrounded by allotriomorphic ferrite showed that an increase in the feed rate induced a grain refinement by the formation of acicular ferrite, which was linked to the deterioration of absorbed energy and brittle failures.
GROWTH OF MEROMORPHIC SOLUTIONS TO HOMOGENEOUS AND NON-HOMOGENEOUS LINEAR (DIFFERENTIAL-)DIFFERENCE EQUATIONS WITH MEROMORPHIC COEFFICIENTS

In this article, we study the growth of meromorphic solutions of homogeneous and non-homogeneous linear difference equations and linear differential-difference equations. When there exists only one coefficient having the maximal iterated order or having the maximal iterated type among those having the maximal iterated order, and the above coefficient satisfies certain conditions on its poles, we obtain estimates on the lower bound of the iterated order of the meromorphic solutions. The case p = 1 is also discussed and corresponding results are obtained by strengthening some conditions.
Ethnopharmacological studies of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants Used in the Treatment of Respiratory System Disorders in the Rif , Morocco

Background: The aim of these studies was to assess the potential of the Rif (northern Morocco) with regard to medicinal and aromatic plants used in the treatment of respiratory system diseases. Methods: The ethnobotanical and ethnopharmacological studies were conducted in the Rif region for two campaigns (June 30th, 2016 to June 1st, 2018). In total, 674 local traditional healers were interviewed. Information was collected using open-ended and semi-structured interviews, analyzed and compared by quantitative ethnobotanical indices such as family importance value (FIV), relative frequency of citation (RFC), plant part value (PPV), fidelity level (FL) and informant consensus factor (ICF) were used to analyze the obtained data. Results: The study identified a total of 41 medicinal plant species belonging to 22 botanical families. The most important family is that of the Lamiaceae represented by 8 species. Concerning the diseases treated, Asthma have the highest ICF (0.97), the leaf was considered the most used part of the plant (PPV=0.482) and the majority of the remedies were prepared in the form of decoction. Conclusions: The results of these present studies showed the existence of indigenous ethnomedicinal knowledge of medicinal and aromatic plants in the Rif to treat respiratory system diseases. Further research on phytochemical and pharmacological should be considered to discover new drugs from these documented plants.
Reproductive biology of blue swimming crab, Portunus segnis (Forskal, 1775) in coastal waters of Persian Gulf and Oman Sea, Iran

A reproductive biology study of blue swimming crab, Portunus segnis (Forskal, 1775) in the northern Persian Gulf and Oman Sea, was conducted from May 2010 to October 2011. The results showed that the annual sex ratio is not M: F=1:1, with 51.9 % female. All the five stages of ovarian development of P. segnis were observed throughout the year. The size of ovigerous crabs varied from 103 to 155 mm. carapace width. This crab can spawn all year round with a spawning peak in mid-winter to early of spring season. The fecundity of ovigerous crabs ranged from 521027 to 6656599 eggs, with average fecundity of 2397967 eggs. The minimum carapace width (CW) of female crabs that reach sexual maturity was 92138 mm and the length at which 50% of all ovigerous females was 113 mm carapace width.
Solving the undecidability of the continuum hypothesis : a short summary of the results since 1963 L .

In 1891 Georg Cantor proved that there exist multiple size of infinity. In particular, the size of the natural numbers, א0, is not the same as that of the reals. This of course begs the question: is there a set larger than the natural numbers, but smaller than the reals? The Continuum Hypothesis (CH) is the statement that there is no such set. Since the reals can be seen as the powerset of the natural numbers, CH can be written as ’2א0 = א1’. Cantor tried to prove CH, but he failed (obviously, as would later be shown). CH then made it on the list of Hilbert’s 23 problems (problem 1). A first step to a solution for CH came in 1940, by Kurt Gödel, who proved that CH is consistent with the axioms of Zermelo-Fraenkel set theory and the axiom of choice (ZFC) [4]. At that point however, it was already clear that the best solution was probably ¬CH. In 1947 Gödel published an article where he concluded that ¬CH is probably consistent with ZFC too, and an important task in set theory would be to find an extra axiom that would decide the problem in favor of ¬CH [5]. The first part of Gödels prediction came true in 1963 when Paul Cohen proved the consistency of ¬CH with ZFC [2]. The second part of Gödels prediction is being worked on.
THE NEST AND EGG OF THE SLATE-CROWNED ANTPITTA ( GRALLARICULA NANA ) , WITH OBSERVATIONS ON INCUBATION BEHAVIOR IN SOUTHERN ECUADOR

The Slate-crowned Antpitta (Grallaricula nana) occurs from northern Venezuela to northern Peru, where it is uncommon to locally fairly common in the undergrowth of montane forests, usually associated with stands of Chusquea bamboo (Ridgely & Tudor 1994). In Ecuador, where only the nominate nana race is found, it ranges from elevations of 2000 to 2900 m (Ridgely & Greenfield 2001). While Schönwetter (1979) provides a description of the egg, there is apparently little else published on its breeding biology. Here we provide observations on two nests found at the Tapichalaca Biological Reserve (04o30’S, 79o10’W), located north of Valladolid in the southeastern Zamora-Chinchipe Province of Ecuador. The first nest was found on 8 September 2003 by F. Sornoza. It was located beside an old trail, which had worn down into a steepsided gully, and was surrounded by dense Chusquea bamboo. The nest was 2 m above the ground and supported by a loose, hanging cluster of vines and dead (leafless) vegetation. Brief observations indicated incubation of a single egg. The second nest was discovered on 25 November 2003, at which time it contained a single egg. An adult was present on the nest, and did not flush until the observer’s hand was 50 cm from the nest. This nest (Fig. 1) was 2.4 m above the ground, supported by several horizontally crossed bamboo stems, and was also adjacent to a trail running through a dense stand of Chusquea bamboo. The substrate supporting both nests was very unstable, and it was difficult to check the contents of the nests without fear of dislodging them. Both eggs were pale brownish white
Calcium gluconate in lactating dairy cows Feeding and post-ruminal infusion of calcium gluconate to lactating dairy cows

Journal: Canadian Journal of Animal Science Manuscript ID CJAS-2018-0154.R2 Manuscript Type: Article Date Submitted by the Author: 26-Nov-2018 Complete List of Authors: McKnight, Leslie; Trouw Nutrition, Doelman, John; Trouw Nutrition Carson, Michelle; Trouw Nutrition Waterman, Douglas; Trouw Nutrition Metcalf, John ; Trouw Nutrition
0 1 ON THE EVOLUTION OF TECHNIQUES USED FOR REALISTIC SIMULATION OF WAVES IN LABORATORIES

Wave simulation techniques have evolved significantly over the last three decades that it is now possible to simulate realistic sea states inside laboratory facilities for testing purposes. This capability has led to improved designs of coastal and ocean structures. A review of the evolution of these wave simulation techniques is presented in this paper. KEWORDS: WAVE SIMULATION, MULTIDIRECTIONAL WAVES, NON-LINEAR WAVES, WAVE REFLECTIONS, ACTIVE WAVE ABSORPTION
Integration of Dubbing Constraints into Machine Translation

Translation systems aim to perform a meaning-preserving conversion of linguistic material (typically text but also speech) from a source to a target language (and, to a lesser degree, the corresponding socio-cultural contexts). Dubbing, i.e., the lip-synchronous translation and revoicing of speech adds to this constraints about the close matching of phonetic and resulting visemic synchrony characteristics of source and target material. There is an inherent conflict between a translation’s meaning preservation and ‘dubbability’ and the resulting trade-off can be controlled by weighing the synchrony constraints. We introduce our work, which to the best of our knowledge is the first of its kind, on integrating synchrony constraints into the machine translation paradigm. We present first results for the integration of synchrony constraints into encoder decoder-based neural machine translation and show that considerably more ‘dubbable’ translations can be achieved with only a small impact on BLEU score, and dubbability improves more steeply than BLEU degrades.
Low dimensional magnetism in MnNb 2 x V x O 6

The structural and magnetic properties of MnNb2 xVxO6 samples were studied. These materials belong to the AB2O6 class, which presents low-dimensional magnetism. Curie-Weiss fitting gives a negative Weiss temperature that is a characteristic of dominant antiferromagnetic interactions in paramagnetic region. Rietveld refinements of neutron diffraction data show that magnetic moments are aligned antiferromagnetically within the zig-zag chains running along the c axis. Unlike other ANb2O6 type systems crystallizing also in Pbcn space group and presenting ferromagnetic Ising chains, MnNb2 xVxO6 samples exhibit antiferromagnetic type order along the chains. At 1.5 K, the Mn atoms are found to carry an ordered magnetic moment of about 4.3 mB. The Mn chains are antiferromagnetic and do not present significant anisotropy. These characteristics and the high spin allowed us to model the system as weakly interacting classical Heisenberg chains, estimating the values of both intraand interchain exchange constants evolution with x content. ã 2015 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.