Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
ANALYSIS OF GENETIC DIFFERENCE WITHIN AND BETWEEN OF WILD RELATIVES OF SORGHUM IN SUDAN, USING SSRs

Sorghum (Sorghum bicolor (L.) Moench) originated in East Africa specifically Sudan and Ethiopia where wild relatives of sorghum are widely distributed. The wild relatives harbored important genes. However they are often ignored and orphaned. This study aimed to explore genetic diversity among the accessions, and the results will enhance the utilization of wild sorghum in Sudan. 59 wild and cultivated sorghum accessions, representing three sorghum growing regions in Sudan: Gezira state (central), North Kordofan (Western), and the Gadareff area (Eastern). The materials were assessed for genetic diversity and population structure using a panel of 32 SSR markers. A total of 255 allelic variations were detected with a mean of 0.6721. The Polymorphic Information Content (PIC) value averaged 0.6301 showing the polymorphic and discriminatory nature of the selected markers. The populations showed little external gene-flow. Variations calculated with AMOVA are lower among populations (4%), moderate within individuals (23%), and higher among individuals within population (73%). A rooted neighbor-joining tree of four sorghum cultivars and 55 wild relatives revealed three distinct groups independent on their geographical origins. The results will be useful for future collection and utilization in genetics and breeding program.
Kuznets in Sweden ? A study of the re lat ion between carbon dioxide emissions and income

According to the Environmental Kuznets Curve (EKC), economic growth will eventually cause carbon dioxide emissions to decrease. Is this the case in Sweden? A time series covering the period 1800-1995 is used to analyze the relation between carbon dioxide emissions and income per capita in Sweden. The empirical results indicate that an EKC for carbon dioxide is highly likely to exist in Sweden for the examined period. To take the analysis further, a cross-section data set is employed to examine the relationship between carbon dioxide emissions, income per capita and 4 other potentially influential variables in 75 countries. Only carbon intensity of energy is significant for carbon dioxide emissions. This implies that the utilized energy source is of importance, and it is crucial to separate energy consumption from carbon dioxide emissions. Emissions is a matter of structural aspects such as the type of industry and production a country comprise, and what type of energy that is consumed; not merely the quantity of energy. Sweden has experienced a shift in production techniques and in energy supply, and the energy-efficiency has improved during the past 100 years. It is consequently plausible to believe that it is not a critical income per capita which decreases CO2 emissions – it is the “right” energy sources, energy efficiency and improved technology.
Geometric criteria for C 1 , α rectifiability

We prove criteria for Hk-rectifiability of subsets of R with C maps, 0 < α ≤ 1, in terms of suitable approximate tangent paraboloids. We also provide a version for the case when there is not an a priori tangent plane, measuring on dyadic scales how close the set is to lying in a k-plane. We then discuss the relation with similar criteria involving Peter Jones’ β numbers, in particular proving that a sufficient condition is the boundedness for small r of rβp(x, r) for Hk-a.e. x and for any 1 ≤ p ≤ ∞. MSC (2010): 28A75, 28A78, 26A16.
Antimullerian Hormone as a Predictor of Ovarian Reserve and Ovarian Response in IVF Candidates Prepared

Background: Antimullerian hormone (AMH) is expressed only in the gonads. In male, it is secreted by immature sertoli cells and in female by adult granulosa cells of the ovary. AMH is responsible for the regression of mullerian ducts in male fetus. Absence of AMH results in development of female fetus reproductive organs and it is believed to control the formation of primary follicles. Objective: To assess AMH in early follicular phase as a predictor of ovarian reserve among females undergoing in vitro fertilization (IVF) in the Gaza Strip. Methods: In this case-control prospective study, a meeting interview was used for filling in the questionnaire. AMH was determined by enzyme linked immunosorbent assay in 162 women: 81 women undergoing IVF at Al-Basma Fertility Center in Gaza City (cases) and 81 healthy women, having at least given birth to one healthy child (controls). The number of oocytes and embryos were recorded for each female in the controls group and the occurrence of pregnancy was followed for the three months. Data were computer analyzed using SPSS statistical package version 13. Results: The AMH mean level in the cases was significantly higher as compared to the controls (3.5±2.3 ng/mL vs. 1.7±0.5 ng/mL; p=0.00). The AMH in cases was significantly decreased with increasing age (3.7±2.0, 3.6±2.4 and 2.1±2.1 ng/mL at ≤25, 26-35 and >35 years, respectively; F=2.327 and p=0.104). The total number of retrieved oocytes was inversely associated with age (12.5±4.5, 11.0±5.4 and 6.9±4.7 at age ≤25, 26-35 and >35 years, F=4.793 and p=0.011). Results showed that the ovarian response to Menotrophin (FSH 75IU, LH 75 IU) stimulation was better with younger age (<4, 4-8, 9-16 and >16 oocytes at mean age of 36.5±5.0, 30.6±5.9, 27.0±4.5 and 26.3±5.2, respectively; F=4.934 and p=0.003). There was a significant positive association between ovarian response in terms of total number of oocytes and AMH levels (<4, 4-8, 9-16 and >16 oocytes at 1.0±0.5, 2.3±1.8,
Soil Chemical Improvement under Application of Liquid Organic Fertilizer in Closed Agriculture System

Soil degradation due to prolong and excessive application of synthetic fertilizer for last 3 decades has been acquired a lot of attention from soil scientists and practices. As the only sources of nutrients for organic farming, organic fertilizer is believed to improve soil properties. The study aimed to determine the improvement of soil chemical properties in closed agriculture system as influenced by the application of liquid organic fertilizer. The experiment was carried out at Closed Agricultural Production System (CAPS) Research Station in Air Duku Village, Bengkulu, Indonesia, employing Randomized Block Design (RCBD) with 2 factors. The first factor consisted of 3 varieties of sweet corn, i.e. Talenta, Jambore and Asian Honey. The second factor was the rates of liquid organic fertilizer (LOF), i.e. 0, 25, 50, 75, and 100 mg l. LOF was applied at 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 weeks after planting with total volume of 600 ml per plant. At sweet corn harvesting, soil samples were collected at the depth of 0-20 cm. Samples were air-dried for 2 days, ground, and sieved with 0.5 mm screen and analyzed for selected soil chemical properties. The experiment pointed out that sweet corn varieties exhibited alike Total Organic Carbon (TSOC), NO3-N, available P, exchangeable K, exchangeable Al and soil pH but Total Soil Nitrogen (TSN). Sweet corn variety of Asian Honey provided noticeably highest TSN as compared to other varieties. Another significant finding was that application of LOF substantially increased TSN, NO3-N, exchangeable K, and soil pH even though had no effect on TSOC, available P, and exchangeable Al. Liquid organic fertilizer is a useful tool for supplementation of solid organic fertilizer to improve soil quality and plant nutrient supply in closed agriculture system.
ANTECEDENTS OF ATTITUDINAL DESTINATION LOYALTY IN A LONG-HAUL MARKET : AUSTRALIA ’ S BRAND EQUITY AMONG CHILEAN CONSUMERS

Limited extant research examines Latin American consumers‟ perceptions of holiday destinations. This paper measures destination brand equity for Australia as a long-haul destination in the emerging Chilean market. Specifically, it develops a model of consumerbased brand equity (CBBE) to explain attitudinal destination loyalty. The proposed model is tested using data from a sample of Chilean travelers. The findings suggest that brand salience, brand image, and brand value are positively related to brand loyalty for Australia. Further, while brand salience for Australia is strong, as a long-haul destination the country faces significant challenges in converting awareness into intent to visit. Australia is a more compelling destination brand for previous visitors than non-visitors. This implies that a word of mouth recommendation from previous visitors, a key component of attitudinal loyalty, is a positive indicator of future growth opportunities for Australia‟s destination marketers to capitalize on.
2 THE IMPACT OF IMMIGRATION ON THE LABOUR MARKET SITUATION OF THE EMPLOYEES OF RECIPIENT COUNTRIES IN EUROPE – SUMMARY OF EMPIRICAL FINDINGS

This Sub-chapter examines the impact of immigration on the labour market situation of the employees of recipient countries in Europe, relying on empirical economic studies published in the past fifteen years. According to the simplest theoretic model of the labour market, a wave of immigration increases the labour supply of recipient countries, which reduces wage levels and expands employment in the short run. This model assumes that the labour force is homogeneous, i.e. immigrants are perfect substitutes for the employees of the recipient country. However, according to economic theory, migration does not lead to reduction in average wages in the long run: it may result in the expansion of employment, since the utilisation of cheaper production factors (employees) reduces the production costs and increases the profit of businesses, which in turn encourages more investment, increases the employment rate and wages.1 Our summary asks the question: does empirical research shed light on whether immigration reduces the wages or employment rate of employees in the recipient country?
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE MECHANISMS AND THE PERFORMANCE OF NIGERIAN QUOTED COMPANIES

The broad objective of this study is to investigate the effect of corporate governance mechanisms on the performance of Nigerian quoted companies. Secondary data was used for the study. The data was sourced from the annual reports of companies listed in the NSE. The study adopted the ordinary least square regression technique. The findings suggest that board characteristics have a negative impact, while audit committee characteristics have a positive impact on firm performance. The study recommends that the maximum board size should be specified, the maximum number of meetings should also be specified and the audit committee size should be an optimum number to enable them carry out their duties effectively. Keyword: Board size, board independence, frequency of board meeting, audit committee size, audit committee financial expertise, audit committee meeting, audit committee independence and firm performance.
The Effect of RGS 4 on Autophagic Flux in Min 6 Pancreatic Beta Cells

Defective autophagy can lead to dysregulation of metabolic homeostasis. Previous studies in our laboratory have shown that RGS4-overexpressing HEK cells show increased autophagic activity. Herein, we study the potential role of RGS4 as a regulator of autophagy in the Min6 mouse pancreatic beta cell line, via inhibition of Gαi3, an established attenuator of autophagy. Min6 cells exposed to nutrient-deprived conditions undergo autophagic initiation demonstrated by increased expression of autophagy markers. When RGS4-YFP is ectopically expressed in Min6 cells, confocal microscopy imaging revealed colocalization between RGS4-YFP (both wild type and loss-of-function mutants), Gαi3 (RC)-CFP, and autophagy markers including Beclin1-DsRed and Atg12-RFP on intracellular punctae. Despite its colocalization with known regulators of autophagy, RGS4 was apparently unable to modulate the activity of known mediators and markers of autophagic activity (phosphop76S6K, LC3 II, phospho-Bcl-2). We conclude that Gαi3 and RGS4 are not major factors in the regulation of autophagic flux in Min6 cells.
Cloud Microphysical Properties based on Airborne In Situ Observations and Evaluation of a Weather Forecasting Model and a Global Climate Model

CLOUD MICROPHYSICAL PROPERTIES BASED ON AIRBORNE IN SITU OBSERVATIONS AND EVALUATION OF A WEATHER FORECASTING MODEL AND A GLOBAL CLIMATE MODEL By John D’Alessandro Global cloud coverage has a substantial impact on local and global radiative budgets. It is necessary to correctly represent clouds in numerical weather models to improve both weather and climate predictions. This study evaluates in situ airborne observations of cloud microphysical properties and compares results with the Weather Research and Forecasting model (WRF) and Community Atmosphere Model version 5 (CAM5). Dynamical conditions producing supersaturated conditions with respect to ice at high altitudes in regions diagnosed by convective activity are explored using observations taken from the Deep Convective Clouds and Chemistry (DC3) campaign, and results are compared with simulated data from WRF. The WRF analysis tests multiple cloud microphysics schemes and finds the model requires much stronger updrafts to initiate large magnitudes of ice supersaturation (ISS) relative to observations. This is primarily due to the microphysics schemes over-predicting ice particle number concentrations (Ncice), which rapidly deplete the available water vapor. The frequency of different cloud phases and the distribution of relative humidity (RH) over the Southern Ocean is explored using in situ airborne observations taken from the O2/N2 Ratio and CO2 Airborne Southern Ocean Study (ORCAS) and compared with simulated data from CAM5. The CAM5 simulations produce comparable distributions of RH in clear-sky conditions at warmer temperatures (>-20°C). However, simulations fail to capture high frequencies of clear-sky ISS at colder temperatures (<-40°C). In addition, CAM5 underestimates the frequency of subsaturated conditions within ice phase clouds from -40°‒0°C.
The Mediating Effect of Lean’s Soft Factors on Lean’s Hard Factors and Operational Excellence in Malaysia Manufacturing Companies

The purpose of this study is to enhance the understanding of the relationship between Lean’s soft factors on Lean’s hard factors and operational excellence of Malaysia manufacturing companies. The study will focus on deployment within Lean’s hard factors included the Lean operation and Lean supply chain under Lean deployment. Based on the literature review, the author has established a linkage that the effect created by Lean’s hard factors is likely to contribute positively to the operational excellence of the company. Besides, the author also wishes to ascertain whether the potential of Lean’s soft factors or Lean engagement has full or partial mediating effect on the model. The theoretical framework is guided by innovation diffusion technology (IDT). The gap in the literature also warrants the need for a contextual study of the Malaysian E&E industry. The limitation suggests a gap for a future research by validating its effectiveness with other industries. Practical adoption of Lean’s hard factors may improve infrastructural decision in areas of manufacturing strategy such as best practices, benchmarking, quality practices and human resource policies. Therefore, it has implication on activities concerning Lean’s soft factors and operational excellence.
N 95-23868 Classification of High Dimensional Multispectral Image Data

A method for classifying high dimensional remote sensing data is described in this paper. The technique uses a radiometric adjustment to allow a human operator to identify and label training pixels by visually comparing the remotely sensed speclra to laboratory reflectance spectra. Training pixels for materials without obvious spectral features are identified by traditional means. Features which are effective for discriminating between the classes are then derived from the original radiance data and used to classify the scene. This technique is applied to Airborne Visible/Infrared Imaging Spectrometer (AVIRIS) data taken over Cuprite, Nevada in 1992, and the results are compared to an existing geologic map. This technique performed well even with noisy data and the fact that some of the materials in the scene lack absorption features. No adjustment for the atmosphere or other scene variables was made to the data classified. While the experimental results compare favorably with an existing geologic map, the primary purpose of this research was to demonstrate the classification method, as compared to the geology of the Cuprite scene.
Relationships between psychological well-being , happiness and perceived occupational stress among primary school teachers

OBJECTIVE To examine relationships between psychological well-being, happiness and perceived occupational stress among primary school teachers in Iran. METHOD This cross-sectional study was carried out from September 23, 2014 to May 22, 2015 in Bandar Abbas, Iran. The sample size was 330, calculated according to the Morgan table. Three questionnaires were used for data gathering, specifically scales of perceived occupational stress and psychological well-being, and the Oxford Happiness Scale. RESULTS The mean age of the participating teachers was 32.58±7.48 years. Significant negative correlation was demonstrated of occupational stress with life satisfaction (p<0.01, r=-0.81), spirituality (p<0.01, r=-0.64), joy and optimism (p<0.01, r=0.52), individual development (p<0.01, r=-0.48), positive relationships with others (p<0.01, r=-0.74), and autonomy (p<0.01, r=-0.4), as well as with overall psychological well-being (p<0.01, r=-0.8). In addition, significant positive correlation was demonstrated between subjective well-being and happiness (p<0.01). CONCLUSIONS Occupational stress in teaching may lead to poor psychological well-being and reduced happiness in primary school teachers. A. Poormahmood, F. Moayedi, K. Haji Alizadeh
Load with S almonella spp . in Fattening Pigs after Weaning Until to Fattening Zoriţa

The aim of the present study was to monitor the carrier status for Salmonella spp. in piglets from two farms (farm A and farm B), collecting samples from piglets after weaning until fattening, on the same animals. For this purpose 60 faecal samples were collected immediately after weaning until tansfer to fattening facilities. By analyzing faecal samples collected from both farms (farm A and B), a 50% Salmonella spp. load was observed in weaned piglets, and an increase by 7% to young stock. Identification and isolation of Salmonella was carried out by EN ISO 6579: 2003 method followed by serum agglutination, and to isolate Salmonella spp. serovars API 20E method was used.
Investigation of blood parameters of the Black Sea dolphins (Tursiops truncatus ponticus) kept at the Lithuanian Sea Museum.

The purpose of this investigation was to determine blood morphological and biochemical values of clinically healthy Black Sea dolphins (Tursiops truncatus ponticus) kept at the Lithuanian Sea Museum depending on their sex and age. Male dolphins were divided into groups according to their age: dolphins 2–5 years old and over 5 years old. Female dolphins were divided into three groups: 2–5 years old, over 5 years old and under two years old. In 2003–2010, the analysis of blood samples of the eight clinically healthy Black Sea dolphins showed that the average amount of leukocytes amounted to 6.9x109/L and erythrocytes to 4.1x1012/L, respectively. Reticulocytes accounted for 2.60%. The concentration of haemoglobin was 163.70 g/L. Packed cell volume was 43.50%. Erythrocyte sedimentation rate was 1.85 mm/h. Segmented neutrophils accounted for 45.3–57.3%, lymphocytes 13.7–33.60%, monocytes 3.20– 4.80%, and eosinophiles for 15.40–21.70% of leukocytes. The urea content was 16.82 mmol/L, creatinine level 125.35 μmol/L, and glucose level 5.72 mmol/L. Activities of enzymes studied consisted of aspartate aminotransferase – 220.65 U/L, alanine aminotransferase – 38.65 U/L, gamma-glutamyl transferase – 43.80 U/L, and alkaline phosphatase – 1200.85 U/L, respectively. The level of sodium amounted to156.48 mmol/L, potassium 3.44 mmol/L, chlorine 118.28 mmol/L, and iron 29.94 μmmol/L. The total level of proteins in blood serum was 71.39 g/L. Albumins accounted for 61.62%, α1 globulins 5. 32%, α2 globulins 8.94%, β1 globulins 4.80%, β2 globulins 5.34%, χ globulins 15.37%, and fibrinogen 1.82 g/L. During growth periods, the hematopoietic dynamics of male and female animals were similar and their sex and age did not demonstrate clear or significant influence on alterations of blood parameters.
Impact of berberine on human gut bacteria

A recently published paper in Nature [1] stated that 27% of 835 non-antimicrobial drugs have a significative impact on gut microbiota. It is likely that a similar or greater proportion of botanicals have comparable effects. For instance, we know that curcumin increases the abundance of butyrateproducing bacteria and faecal butyrate level [2]. This could explain why, despite its very poor oral bioavailability, curcumin acts as an anti-inflammatory agent and why it is a promising therapeutic option for the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease. Berberine is another excellent example of a botanical which acts by modulating the microbiota. Knowledge of the mechanism by which berberine modulates the microbiota could lead to better understanding of the role of berberine in metabolic diseases.
IMPROVING QOS PARAMETERS IN WIRELESS SENSOR NETWORK

Wireless sensor network is a collection of sensor nodes that are used for sensing the environment and transmitting the data to the base station. In WSN there are multiple Quality of Services which includes energy efficiency, throughput, delay, congestion control etc. that are used to increase the performance of network. The different routing protocols are used in network for finding the shortest path between source to destination. There are different routing protocols like AODV, DSDV, DSR . wireless sensor network is based on routing protocols and MAC protocols. In wireless sensor network source node send packet to the destination node. End-to-end delay, packet delivery ratio, packet loss ratio, throughput, energy consumption, congestion control etc. are the QoS parameters for wireless sensor network. Author Mohammad et al. Implement the IH-MAC protocol for achieving the energy and delay parameters in sensor networks. Authors implement IH-MAC using Link and Broadcast scheduling concept with parallel transmission. But in this paper we have designed and implemented RH-MAC protocol using CSMA and TDMA MAC Protocols. RH-MAC for achieving the Quality of Services (QoS) like PDR, PLR, Throughput, end-to-end delay, congestion control and reliability. For congestion control applying TDMA protocol to the nodes which are one hop away from the sink node. CSMA for the rest of the nodes. In second model we have to implement the Cluster based data dissemination.