Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
T H E ACTION OF CORTISONE ACETATE ON CELL-MEDIATED I M M U N I T Y TO I N F E C T I O N SUPPRESSION OF HOST CELL PROLIFERATION AND ALTERATION OF CELLULAR COMPOSITION OF INFECTIVE FOCI*

Corticosteroids in sufficient doses are known to reduce the immigration of leukocytes into sites of inflammation (1-3), to cause a pronounced depletion of lymphocytes in lymphoid tissue (4), and to suppress immune responses leading to antibody production and homograft rejection (5-7). In view of this knowledge, it is not surprising that these compounds can suppress host resistance to a wide range of bacterial infections (1). I t was anticipated, therefore, that they should also suppress the development of cell-mediated immunity to infection with Listeria monocytogenes. I t is known that immunity to this facultative intracellular parasite is expressed by activated macrophages (8), but is mediated by a population of immunologically committed lymphocytes (9). I t is also known that the development of anti-Listeria immunity is associated with occurrence of several highly predictable events in the host. For instance, there is a massive division of lymphoid cells in the spleen (10), a wave of vigorous proliferation on the part of resident macrophages in the liver and peritoneal cavity (10, 11), and an accumulation of monocyte-derived macrophages at infective foci in the tissues (12). I t is logical to postulate that the first-mentioned event represents the production of the immunologically committed lymphocytes, while the other events represent the mobilization of effector macrophages (12, 13). This communication will describe the effect of cortisone acetate on these major components of the h)st response.
Growth and effect of garlic (Allium sativum) on selected beneficial bacteria

The growing interest of consumers to the new probiotic product has led the industry to focus on it. But viability of probiotic strain has a big challenge during shelf life of food. Therefore, to know the effect of food additives on survival of probiotic is important. The role of probiotics, garlic and yoghurt on the health of humans is widely known. On this study, we focus on finding answers to the question of whether selected beneficial bacteria will survive in the presence of ground garlic solution or fresh garlic juice and obtaining the growth parameters of that strains. Disk diffusion assays revealed that while Bifidobacterium longum BB536 is the most susceptible (49.37 ± 1.07 mm), Lactobacillus acidophilus 74-2 is the most resistant (no inhibition zone) bacteria to the fresh garlic juice, significantly. However, the strains were not adversely affected in possible usage rates of garlic in some Turkish appetizers. Enumeration assays also confirmed these unexpected findings. The addition of certain quantities of ground garlic or fresh garlic juice that did not show antimicrobial activity for selected probiotic strains are suitable for food matrix, especially yogurt based products.
The Millennials’ Concept of Sustainability in the Food Sector

The aim of this study is to analyze the perception of the meaning of sustainability in the food sector. A sample of 268 University students belonging to the Millennial generation was identified and a survey was carried out to assess the interaction between this kind of Millennials and food sustainability. Collected data were explored with descriptive statistics, followed by multivariate statistical techniques to get an integrated vision of relationships among the variables. Outcomes evidence four groups of Millennials with specific peculiarities, i.e., “Socio-Nature Sensitives”, characterized by a high level of attention for the socio-economic dimension and sustainable ways of food production; “Info-Supporter”, very sensitive to labeling and warranty systems; “Proactive-Oriented”, interested in innovative activities; “Indifferent Millennials”, assigning the issue in general a low level of importance. Results provide useful information and some contribution to public institutions and private stakeholders so as to implement new rules and new tools in the food sector, so as to reach the target of reducing waste and pollution. Substantial literature on interaction between Millennials and sustainability in the food sector has not yet been developed; the aim of this pioneer study is to offer some contribution to the debate among stakeholders on driving choices towards new consumption rules and production patterns.
Single Crystal Diffuse Neutron Scattering

Diffuse neutron scattering has become a valuable tool for investigating local structure in materials ranging from organic molecular crystals containing only light atoms to piezo-ceramics that frequently contain heavy elements. Although neutron sources will never be able to compete with X-rays in terms of the available flux the special properties of neutrons, viz. the ability to explore inelastic scattering events, the fact that scattering lengths do not vary systematically with atomic number and their ability to scatter from magnetic moments, provides strong motivation for developing neutron diffuse scattering methods. In this paper, we compare three different instruments that have been used by us to collect neutron diffuse scattering data. Two of these are on a spallation source and one on a reactor source.
On fields of rationality for automorphic representations

Abstract This paper proves two results on the field of rationality $\mathbb{Q}({\it\pi})$ for an automorphic representation ${\it\pi}$, which is the subfield of $\mathbb{C}$ fixed under the subgroup of $\text{Aut}(\mathbb{C})$ stabilizing the isomorphism class of the finite part of ${\it\pi}$. For general linear groups and classical groups, our first main result is the finiteness of the set of discrete automorphic representations ${\it\pi}$ such that ${\it\pi}$ is unramified away from a fixed finite set of places, ${\it\pi}_{\infty }$ has a fixed infinitesimal character, and $[\mathbb{Q}({\it\pi}):\mathbb{Q}]$ is bounded. The second main result is that for classical groups, $[\mathbb{Q}({\it\pi}):\mathbb{Q}]$ grows to infinity in a family of automorphic representations in level aspect whose infinite components are discrete series in a fixed $L$-packet under mild conditions.
Analyzing Behavioral Biometrics of Handwriting Using Myo Gesture Control Armband

Through the last few decades, computer technology has gradually merged into our everyday lives. Computers and sensors are embedded in an increasing amount of household items, enabling us to monitor and remotely control our connected devices from apps on our smartphones. The technology interfaces are also evolving along with new technologies. Among the up and coming digital interfaces are wearable technology. The Myo gesture control armband (GCA) is an example of tools which aims to make the communication from computer to human more seamless and intuitive. The Myo GCA is a multi sensor armband containing 8 surface electromyography sensors whichmeasure electrical activity originating from skeletal muscles in the upper forearm. It is also equipped with a 9-axis inertial measurement unit which can provide information on spatial arm movements of the users. Together these sensors enable its user to pass 6 configurable commands to a smart phone or Blue-tooth connected computer. In this thesis we explore the Myo armbands potential as a multi sensor for handwriting recognition. Data are sampled and manually extracted through a cumbersome time consuming process, using recorded video as a reference to the sampled Myo data. The subjects are given the task of writing 10 repetitions each, of the four capital letters: E, L, O, and R. A strong positive correlation between same class letters within subjects has been proven in all of the four sensor types, where the orientation data yields the highest correlation coefficient values, while the sEMG data yields the lowest. Statistical similarity between same class letters has been found through singular value decomposition, where again orientation data yields the highest values, while sEMG scores the lowest of all sensor types. In an attempt to cross subject classification though k-NN, with k = 1, k = 3, and k = 5, the 1-NN classifier yields a minimum success rate of 58% across the four letters. This is considerably better that what we would expect from a random assignment of letter classes. In the last part of the results, a similarity search by DTW is attempted. This yield poor results, with a classification success rate of around 10% on average across letters.
COMPARATIVE ECOPHYSIOLOGY OF NATIVE AND INVASIVE PLANTS ACROSS POPULATIONS, SPECIES, AND CONTINENTS

Invasive species are a persistent threat to biodiversity and agriculture that cost countries millions of dollars each year. Despite the scale and impact of the problem of invasive species, it remains a mystery why some introduced species become invasive and others remain benign. Here, I examined the theory that invasive species possess key traits which make them successful invaders. Specifically, I investigated the hypotheses that 1) plasticity increases invasive species’ success compared to native species, 2) invaders evolve rapidly in their new ranges, 3) invasive species avoid tradeoffs apparent in natives related to growth, resource use, or defense. Using 30 species of native and invasive shade tolerant shrub species in a common garden, I tested whether invasive species had leaf traits that were more plastic to seasonal changes in light availability. I found that invasive species were more plastic, but I found no evidence that their plasticity contributed to increased carbon assimilation across the growing season. Next, I compared leaf traits of populations of five invasive species growing in forests from East Asia in their native range (Japan) and their invasive range (Eastern North America). I also compared these five invaders to three native co-occurring North American species. I selected individuals that occurred along a natural light gradient to assess leaf plasticity in response to light availability. I determined that plasticity in invaders partially arose in the native range, and that some plasticity evolved rapidly in the invaded range after introduction. I concluded that many North American species are less adapted for life in high light environments, such as along forest edges, than East Asian invaders; the ability to grow in both low and high-light conditions may give some forest invaders a competitive advantage. Finally, I quantified traits of annual, perennial, coastal salt tolerant perennials, and invasive populations of Mimulus guttatus in a greenhouse setting (22 total populations). I decomposed relative growth rates of each group into specific leaf area, photosynthetic rate, and leaf mass fraction to determine which trait contributed most to growth rate within each group of populations. Invasive populations did not have higher relative growth rates, contrary to our predictions, but they did have different ways of achieving high growth rates. I also examined whether tradeoffs associated with global trait patterns such as the leaf economics spectrum apply at the population level. I found that global patterns of plant functional traits may not be applicable when studying traits within species. I conclude that a variety of traits and evolutionary history contribute to the success of invasive species around the globe. COMPARATIVE ECOPHYSIOLOGY OF NATIVE AND INVASIVE PLANTS ACROSS POPULATIONS, SPECIES, AND CONTINENTS
Five Modes of Scepticism

This book offers an account of the functioning of the five Agrippan modes of scepticism as presented in the works of Sextus Empiricus. These five modes (of disagreement, hypothesis, infinite regression, reciprocity, and relativity) are analysed, individually, in the book’s first five chapters, and, collectively, in its sixth. Two perspectives on these modes are distinguished from one another—a dogmatic perspective which considers how a dogmatic philosopher might come to suspend judgement on the basis of these modes and a sceptical perspective which considers how a sceptic might come to do so. It is argued that the standard way in which these modes have been understood has been from a dogmatic perspective. The book opens up an alternative sceptical perspective on the modes according to which mode of disagreement (or one version of it) is equivalent to the sceptic’s method of equipollence, and the modes of hypothesis, infinite regression, and reciprocity are different instances of that method (with the mode of hypothesis being a limiting case of the method). It is also argued that the mode of relativity is inconsistent with the mode of disagreement and should be discarded when considering how the modes work together in a combined sceptical strategy. The final chapter offers an account of four different ways in which the modes might be combined together and concludes that each of these ways turns on a number of theoretical assumptions which the sceptic is not in a position to make.
Promoting and implementing family-focused interventions for families with parental mental illness: scoping and installation

ABSTRACT Objectives: This paper outlines the findings from the first stage of a research programme called PRIMERA (Promoting Research and Innovation in Mental hEalth seRvices for fAmilies and Children). This programme aims to identify, help implement and evaluate family-focused interventions for families where a parent has a mental illness, and promote a ‘think family’ service delivery agenda in the Republic of Ireland (RoI). Methods: An initial scoping study was undertaken to: (1) assess the nature and extent of family-focused practice (FFP) in adult (N = 114) and child (N = 69) mental health services in the RoI; (2) review the international literature; and (3) undertake site/service visits to assess readiness for, and inform the implementation of, FFP. Results: A national Expression of Interest (EoI) call led to 37 written submissions (20% response rate) plus six further requests for involvement from interested community services. Fifteen sites/services (35%) were included in the research following critical appraisal and consultation. FFP across services/sites was small-scale or non-existent. Following a literature review and other strategic/resource considerations, all sites were invited to deliver the Family Talk (FT) intervention; 12 agreed to do so; three sites will deliver other programmes. A series of activities was undertaken by the research team to support early implementation. Discussion: This first phase of the research provides a critical starting point for promoting, and assessing the development of, FFP in mental health services in the RoI. Some useful generalisable lessons are also identified in terms of building capacity and beginning to change practice in this field. Video Abstract Read the transcript Watch the video on Vimeo
Monetary Policy Adjustment, Corporate Investment, and Stock Liquidity—Empirical Evidence from Chinese Stock Market

ABSTRACT With the tightening monetary policy gradually exiting and the increasing attention to market value management, stock liquidity has become a research focus. Based on the actual situation of China’s capital market, this article empirically studies the impacts of corporate investment on stock liquidity and the underlying influencing mechanism. The study found that (1) the investment of A-share listed companies significantly reduced the market risk level of the corporate stocks and enhanced the stock liquidity; (2) corporate market risk has partial mediating effect on the relationship between corporate investment and stock liquidity; (3) during the tightening monetary policy period and in firms with high financial constraints, corporate investment has more positive effect on stock liquidity, and the mediating effect of corporate market risk is more obvious. This study clarifies the influencing mechanism of micro corporate investment and macro monetary policies on stock liquidity, and enriches the research on determinants of stock liquidity. Finally, based on the conclusions, this article puts forward policy recommendations on the credit resource allocation structure, investor education, corporate investment evaluation, and corporate market value management.
The Influence of Leadership, Organizational Culture and Work Climate on Employee Performance in the Department of Public Works and Spatial Planning of Padang City

This study aimed to analyze the effect of Leadership, Organizational Culture and Work Climate on Employee Performance in the Department of Public Works and Spatial Planning of Padang City. This type of research is causative, the respondents are Employee of Department of Public Works and Spatial Planning of Padang City. Sample was taken with Proporsional Random Sampling. This study used sample of 104 people are taken as respondent. Path analysis is used as analysis technique in this research in addition to show the strength influence of Leadership, Organizational Culture and Work Climate on Employee Performance in the Department of Public Works and Spatial Planning of Padang City. The research shows that Leadership, Organizational Culture and Work Climate have significant effect on Employee Performance at Department of Public Works and Spatial Planning of Padang City.
Mothers’ knowledge about fluoride therapy and fissure sealants

BACKGROUND AND AIM: Increased dental caries and dental lesions have made preventive measures, especially among children, inevitable. This study investigated elementary schoolgirls’ mothers’ level of knowledge on preventive methods against dental caries. METHODS: In this cross-sectional study, mothers of 250 schoolgirls were randomly selected from five regions of Tehran, Iran. Their knowledge about fissure sealant therapy and fluoride therapy was evaluated using a questionnaire. Data was analyzed by analysis of variance and independent t-tests in SPSS. RESULTS: Mothers’ knowledge about fissure sealant therapy was lower than fluoride therapy. Very low, low, and moderate levels of knowledge were detected among nearly a quarter, 47.5%, and 22.6% of the participants, respectively. Only 5.4% of the subjects had acceptable level of knowledge on preventive dentistry methods. There were significant correlations between mothers' level of knowledge and their education level and occupational status. CONCLUSIONS: Educated mothers and working mothers had greater knowledge than did housewives. Dentists have a crucial role in increasing mothers' knowledge. KEYWORDS: Pit and Fissure Sealant Therapy, Knowledge, Fluoride Therapy
ANALISIS KESALAHAN MAHASISWA BARU DALAM MENGERJAKAN SOAL-SOAL KALKULUS INTEGRAL TAK TENTU

ABSTRAK Penelitian ini bertujan untuk mengetahui kesalahan mahasiswa baru dalam mengerjakan soal-soal kalkulus integral tak tentu. Dalam melakukan penelitian ini 5 (lima) mahasiswa baru dipilih sebagai responden. Mahasiswa tersebut sudah mempelajari mata kuliah kalkulus integral dan diberikan 5 (lima) butir soal dengan tingkat kesulitan soal mudah dan sedang. Dari hasil yang didapat bahwa seorang mahasiswa mampu mengerjakan dan memperoleh hasil yang benar 4 buah dari lima soal yang diberikan. Satu mahasiswa memperoleh tiga jawaban yang benar dari lima soal yang diberikan. Satu orang mahasiswa hanya mampu memperolah dua jawaban yang benar dari lima soal yang diberikan dan dua orang mahasiswa tidak mampu mendapatkan satu pun hasil akhir yang benar. Dari analisis jawaban respondan dan wawancara yang dilkukan ternyata mereka belum memahami konsep integral tak tentu dan prosedur pengerjaan soal. Kata kunci: kalkulus integral, mahasiswa, soal ABSTRACT This study aims to determine the errors of new students in working on indeterminate integral calculus questions. In conducting this study 5 (five) new students were selected as respondents. The student has studied integral calculus courses and given 5 (five) items with difficulty and easy problems. From the results obtained that a student is able to work on and obtain the correct results 4 pieces of the five questions given. One student gets three correct answers from the five questions given. One student is only able to get two correct answers from the five questions given and two students are not able to get even the correct final results. From the analysis of respondent's answers and interviews, it turned out that they did not understand the concept of indeterminate integrals and the procedure of working on the questions. Keywords: integral calculus, students, questions
Effect of Winter Wheat (Triticum aestivum) Straw Mulch Level on Weed Control

Research was conducted to determine the effect of winter wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) straw mulch level on weed control in a winter wheat-ecofallow corn (Zea mays L.)-fallow rotation at North Platte and Sidney, NE, in 1981 and 1982. Wheat straw mulch was established at 0, 1.7, 3.4, 5.1, and 6.8 Mg/ha in stubble fields. After application of 1.5 times the recommended rate at corn planting, metolachlor [2-chloro-N-(2-ethyl-6-methylphenyl)-N-(2-methoxy-1-methylethyl)acetamide] concentration remained higher in unmulched soil than in mulched soil for more than 4 months, due to interception of metolachlor by the mulch. Even though the amount of metolachlor in the soil was reduced by mulch, weed control was not reduced and increased with increasing mulch level. Thus, increasing metolachlor rate was not necessary to maintain adequate weed control in no-till winter wheat stubble since mulch itself provided some measure of weed control.
Are Risk-Preferences Dynamic? Within-Subject Variation in Risk-Taking as a Function of Background Music

This paper investigates whether preference interactions can explain why risk preferences change over time and across contexts. We conduct an experiment in which subjects accept or reject gambles involving real money gains and losses. We introduce within-subject variation by alternating subjectively liked music and disliked music in the background. We find that favourite music increases risk-taking, and disliked music suppresses risk-taking, compared to a baseline of no music. Several theories in psychology propose mechanisms by which mood affects risktaking, but none of them fully explain our results. The results are, however, consistent with preference complementarities that extend to risk preference.
Aflatoxins residues in chicken and turkey tissues

Total aflatoxins residues were detected in chicken and turkey tissues "muscles and liver " by using HPLC. Results revealed a significant difference variation among liver and muscles in examined chicken and turkey’s samples (p values <0.05). These indicated that liver is the reservoir place of total aflatoxins residues. The means average of Aflatoxin B1, G1, B2, G2 and total aflatoxins residues respectively, in examined chicken liver samples were 17.3+/-3.3 μg/kg, 13.5+/-2. 1μg/kg, 7.6+/-4.8 μg/kg ,1.5+/-0.9 μg/kg and 22.8+/-4. 1μg/kg. while in examined muscles samples they were 6.5+/-1.03 μg/kg, 4+/-1.4 μg/kg, 1.7+/-0.6 μg/kg, 0.7+/-0.3 μg/kg and 8.9+/-1.5 μg/kg. On the other side the means for Aflatoxin B1, G1, B2, G2 and total aflatoxins residues respectively, in examined turkey liver samples they were 15.6+/-2.7 μg/kg ,13+/4. 2μg/kg, 6.1+/-0.5 μg/kg, 2.2+/-0.6 μg/kg and 24.5+/-4.7 μg/kg, while in turkey muscles samples were 6.3+/-1.5 μg/kg, 4+/-0.2 μg/kg, 2.9+/-1.3 μg/kg, 0.6+/-0.3 μg/kg and 9.3+/-2. 5μg/kg.