Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Constraints to Non-timber Forest Products Supply in Ago-Owu Forest Reserve of Osun State, Nigeria

Non-Timber Forest Products (NTFPs) are products or services other than timber that is produced in a forest and of course, are indispensable parts of the livelihood strategy of the forest’s adjoining communities. Their economic potentials necessitated the need for research to be carried out on its production and constraints facing its supply in the study area. Therefore, constraints to NTFPs’ supply in Ago-Owu forest reserve and its environment were investigated. Three communities (Mokore, Ajegunle and Alabameta) were randomly selected communities of the identified study area (Mokore, Ajegunle, Alabameta, Elewe, Alaguntan and Okodowo) identified communities in the study area. Their populations were sought for and samples were drawn in proportionate to their sizes: Mokore (50), Ajegunle (40) and Alabameta (20). This gave a total number of 110 respondents from which 105 questionnaires were derived for the investigations. A set of questionnaire was used to obtain data on source of NTFPs, commonly sourced NTFPs and constraints facing its supply in the study area. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and logit regression at α0. 05. Majority of the respondents were male (69.1%) and 64.8% of them were within the age of 30-50 years. Also, most of the respondents were married (78.1%) and less than half of them (41%) had no formal education, but were predominantly farmers (72.4%). The major source of NTFPs in the study area was forest reserve (70.5%), while a total of seventeen (17) different NTFPs commonly sourced were documented. Constraints facing the supply of NTFPs included Climate change, Lack of finance for smooth running of the activities involved in the products’ supply and price fluctuation with odds-ratio of 9.87, 5.66 and 1.92 respectively. The study established the significance of the Ago-Owu forest reserve to the livelihood of the forest dwellers. However, there is need for the establishment of new plantations to fostering production of the products as well as serving as adaptation strategies against climate change. There is also an urgent need for the State Forestry Service/government to address their areas of concern pointed out in this study for bio-prospecting, economic well-being of forest dwellers and great advantage of boost in revenue propensity of Osun State.
Biomechanische und orthopädische Probleme des Tennis- und Hallenschuhs

In contrast to running, a large number of indoor sports show a variety of body and foot movements with fast changes of direction. These "stop-and-go" movements (including jumps and rotations) produce loads at the joints of the foot, knee and hip in an order of magnitude often underestimated. The goal of this investigation was to provide an overview over various indoor sports movements and to draw conclusions with respect to sport shoe constructions. Reconsideration of the functionality of the foot led to shoe constructions which allow the shoe to rotate about its longitudinal axis (torsion), a movement with which the forefoot can again "reach" for the ground in landing situations. However, the problem of the rear foot stability and cushioning at a rear foot touch down is not yet solved. Therefore it must be postulated that shoes for indoor sports and tennis should be provided with an increased lateral stability at the rear foot.
The Role of Multidetector CT Venography in Diagnosis of Cerebral Venous Sinus Thrombosis

Cerebral venous thrombosis is a disorder that is challenging to diagnose. The diagnostic difficulty results in large part from the wide variety of clinical manifestations of this uncommon disorder. Twenty patients were diagnosed as having cerebral sinovenous thrombosis on CT venography were included in this study.They were 13 males and 7 females and their age ranged between 31 to 66 years. All CT venography was performed on an MDCT scanner with an Advantage Windows 3D workstation. A routine unenhanced CT scan was obtained with 5-mm-thick contiguous axial sections from the base of the skull to the vertex, followed immediately by CT venography A total of 70-80 mL of nonionic contrast material (iodixanol, 270 mg I/mL) was administered at a rate of 3-4 mL/s by a power injector into an antecubital vein. The preliminary unenhanced CT scans showed that of these 20 pateints 12 patients had hemorrhagic infarctios , 6 patients had nonhemorrhagic infarctions and 2 pateints showed normal parenchyma. The empty delta sign was seen in 5 patients on the enhanced CT scans. The results of this study showed that the sinus most frequently involved was the superior sagital sinus in 13 patients.Of 13 patients with superior sagital sinus thrombosis, 5 patients also had associated transverse sinuse thrombosis and 4 patients had associated thrombosis of sigmoid sinus.Eight patients showed transverse sinus thrombosis. Seven patients showed sigmoid sinus thrombosis.Two patients showed straight sinus thrombosis. One patient showed throbosis of vein of Galen's. In conclusion cerebral venous sinus thrombosis could be easily visualized and diagnosed by CT venography. CT venography is a fast, widely accessible, and cost-effective alternative to MR imaging, especially in the emergency setting.
How Expert Teachers in Community Colleges Describe the Process of Becoming Master Teachers

This research study is an examination of the process of how community college instructors describe the process of becoming master teachers. Master teachers are those recognized by the Chancellor’s Excellence in Teaching award of the State University of New York. The purpose of the proposed study was to identify the habits, attitudes, and behaviors of these professionals. Using a quantitative research design, a sample of 9 community college instructors were interviewed using a semi-structured format. Directed content analysis using the theoretical framework of reflective practice informed the audience The findings suggest that the instructors at community college welcome change in their teaching by seeking mentors, attending professional development events, engaging students, possessing passion, and self-regulating so that teaching excellence occurs for all students. Degree Type Dissertation Degree Name Doctor of Education (EdD) Department Executive Leadership Subject Categories Education This dissertation is available at Fisher Digital Publications: http://fisherpub.sjfc. edu/education_etd/156 How Expert Teachers in Community Colleges Describe the Process of Becoming Master Teachers
Form and function of clausal particles in the Linear B documents from Pylos

This paper sets out to explore an idiosyncratic linguistic feature only attested on a number of Linear B documents from Pylos, namely the occurrence of sequences of particles in clause-initial, and sometimes also tablet-initial, position. These sequences are o-a2, o-da-a2 and o-de-qa-a2. In this paper, a contextual analysis of the form and function of these sequences will be carried out in order to arrive at a plausible, and convincing, interpretation of their usage. The examination of their occurrences is conducted by placing the usage of these sequences of particles within the backdrop of recording procedures of the Mycenaean palatial administration.
CalMHSA Student Mental Health Campus-Wide Survey

Mental health problems among college and uni­ versity students represent a significant public health issue in the United States. Mental disorders account for nearly one-half of the disease burden for young adults in the United States (World Health Organiza­ tion, 2008), and most lifetime mental disorders have first onset by age 24 (Kessler et al., 2005; Merikangas et al., 2010). Given that more than 68 percent of American high school graduates attend postsecondary education (U.S. Department of Educa­ tion, 2013), untreated mental illness during the college years may result in a developmentally challenging transition to adulthood, with significant implications for academic success (Kessler et al., 1995), productivity (Wang et al., 2007), substance use (Angst, 1996; Weitzman, 2004), and social relationships (Druss et al., 2009). In the past decade, colleges and universities have also been playing an increasingly important role in addressing the men­ tal health needs of youth. College represents the only time in many people’s lives when a single integrated setting encompasses their main activities—both career-related and social—as well as health and other support services. In turn, campus mental health services, staff, and faculty are often uniquely positioned to identify students at risk for mental health problems and to help intervene when problems arise. Campus faculty and staff are well positioned to serve as an initial point of contact for many student mental health prevention and intervention strategies by educat­ ing students, identifying at-risk behaviors, and referring students for mental health services. To support higher education staff and faculty in these important gatekeeping roles and to significantly impact student mental health, a deeper understanding of student mental health needs, supports, and service utilization in the col­ lege and university populations is critical. As part of the California Mental Health Services Authority (CalMHSA) Statewide Evaluation of the Prevention and Early Intervention (PEI) Initiatives, RAND conducted campus-wide online surveys of California college and university faculty, staff, and students during the spring and fall of 2013. The purpose of these surveys was to understand (1) experiences and attitudes related to student mental health, (2) perceptions of how campuses are serving students’ mental health needs, and (3) perceptions of the overall campus climate toward student mental health and well-being. In this report, we present findings from the Univer­ sity of California (UC), California State University (CSU), and California Community Colleges (CCC) campuses that partici­ pated in the survey.
Lohnentwicklung und Lohnunterschiede in der Industrie seit 2000

Auswertungen der Lohn- und Gehaltsstatistiken der osterreichischen Industrie zeigen fur die Periode 2000/2010 Unterschiede zwischen der Lohndriftentwicklung der Arbeiter und Arbeiterinnen bzw. der Angestellten. Wahrend die Uberzahlungssatze fur Arbeiter und Arbeiterinnen in der Industrie dem langfristigen Trend folgend weiter sanken, stiegen jene der Angestellten. Gleichzeitig verlagerte sich die Beschaftigungsstruktur deutlich zugunsten der Angestellten, was als Hinweis fur eine Veranderung der Qualifikationsstruktur in der Industrie gewertet werden kann. Das Reallohnwachstum war in der Industrie hoher im Durchschnitt aller Wirtschaftssektoren.
Inference in Bayesian Proxy-Svars

Motivated by the increasing use of external instruments to identify structural vector autoregressions (SVARs), we develop algorithms for exact finite sample inference in this class of time series models, commonly known as proxy-SVARs. Our algorithms make independent draws from the normal-generalized-normal family of conjugate posterior distributions over the structural parameterization of a proxy-SVAR. Importantly, our techniques can handle the case of set identification and hence they can be used to relax the additional exclusion restrictions unrelated to the external instruments often imposed to facilitate inference when morethan one instrument is used to identify more than one equation as in Mertens and Montiel-Olea (2018).
Vaginal or caesarean delivery? How research has turned breech birth around

Background. Breech presentation, where a baby is buttocks or feet first rather than head occurs in about 3 to 4% of singleton pregnancies at term. Worldwide, the vast majority of babies identified as breech are now delivered by planned caesarean section. Aim. To identify relevant published research evidence relating to vaginal and caesarean breech birth and then to discuss the evidence, subsequent controversy and clinical implications that have influenced an ongoing obstetrical debate. Method. A structured literature review was undertaken using the Cochrane Library, CINAHL, EMBASE and MEDLINE databases. Different permutations of ‘breech’ (‘frank’ or ‘complete’ or ‘extended’ or ‘flexed’) and ‘vaginal’ or ‘caesarean’ (‘cesarean’ or ‘cesarian’ or ‘caesarean’) and ‘term’ and ‘singleton’ in the title, key words or abstracts were the terms used. Results. Over the last 50 years, there has been an increasing trend toward the routine use of caesarean section as a preventive way of reducing the poor outcomes associated with breech presentation. Research evidence has also played a pivotal role in influencing the routine use of caesarean breech birth and, in particular, a single research trial, the Term Breech Trial (TBT) has substantially influenced current policy and practice. There is no other area of research that has such an impact upon clinical practice in such a short period of time. Conclusions. The speed and extent to which the recommendations of the TBT were implemented has given rise to new controversy surrounding the safety of breech birth, while raising important questions about how the findings of research are used in practice.
Hépavir, première étude observationnelle d'une cohorte de malades traités par interféron alpha-2a en monothérapie

Françoise ROUDOT-THORAVAL (1), Armand ABERGEL (1), François ALLAERT (2), Marc BOURLIERE (1), Hervé DESMORAT (1), Francis FAGNANI (1), Thierry FONTANGES (1), Ahmed HANANA (1), Stanislas POL (1), Jean-Pierre ZARSKI (1), Chantal ROUSSEAUX (3), Corinne GANDOSSI (4), Laurence ABELSOUR (4), Sylvie DOLE (4), Sylvie DANTIN (4), Frédéric EBERLE (4), Marie-France SAINT-MARC-GIRARDIN (4) et le Groupe d’Etude pour Hépavir*
Dental Development and Anomalies in Cleft Lip and Palate

Cleft lip and/or palate is a birth defect with heterogeneous clinical presentations. Prevalence and cleft-types differ by gender, ethnic groups and geographic locations. Published literature indicates high frequencies of cleft-associated dental anomalies, commonly variations in tooth-number, shape and size. Delayed dental development is also reported with catch-up growth at a later age. In the unilateral cleft phenotype, delayed development can occur on the cleft-side of the maxilla. Dental anomalies present frequently in the spectrum of cleft defects. Heterogeneity of defects is wide-ranging and may represent different aetiological origins of cleft phenotypes and sub-types due to: genetic mutations with altered ectomesenchymal growth; iatrogenesis from disrupted blood supply during early postnatal surgery; and maldevelopment or mistimed development. Orofacial clefting and odontogenesis may share critical pathways.
When parents use drugs: key findings from a study of children in the care of drug-using parents.

Both nationally and internationally the social and psychological needs of children whose parents use drugs is an issue that has received surprisingly little attention from researchers, and tends to be medical rather than social or psychological. Recent research findings have cast doubt on the stereotypical image of heroin user as a single male without family roles or responsibilities, and it is estimated that 31% of those receiving treatment in Dublin are female. The objective of this research study is to explore the impact of parental opiate use on children's day-to-day life within families, focussing on primary school aged children in the care of at least one opiate using parent. Drug using parents were approached through a range of statutory and voluntary service providers. The selection criteria was that parents viewed themselves as problem opiate users and that they had children of primary school age who had been in their care for most of the previous year. A sample of non-drug using parents with similar social and economic backgrounds was created through random sampling of children in schools in the area in which the target group of families lives. The target group consisted of 50 families, as did the comparison group. Interviews were conducted with 100 parents (68 mothers, 32 fathers). 2 focus groups with professionals who work with drug users and/or their children were conducted in a range of sites. A survey questionnaire of 26 schools with teachers of children of users and non-drug users was also carried out. 4 key areas in which parental drug use may have an impact on children's daily life have been identified: Children may experience disruption to care provision and routines in daily life; Children may witness drug use and related activities such as drug dealing and other crimes; Children may worry about the welfare of their parents and families and need support and reassurance; and, Children may be at risk of poor attendance in school and low parental involvement in their education. The report recommends increased support for parents in terms of a more family oriented approach in drug treatment services as well as providing more practical parental support in the home.
Educational Impact of a Podcast Covering Vitreoretinal Topics: 1-Year Survey Results

Purpose: This article aims to determine preferences and demographics for listeners of an ophthalmology podcast, since podcasts are gaining favor for medical education. Methods: The present study used a cross-sectional, online survey as well as Podtrac, Inc and Squarespace, Inc platform analytics to examine perceived educational usefulness of podcasts for listeners. Results: Quarterly episode downloads increased from 684 in first-quarter 2017 to 16 016 in third-quarter 2018. A total of 102 participants completed the survey: 82 (80.4%) men and 68 (66.7%) retina attending physicians or fellows. Most respondents listened to “stay up to date” or “learn more about the field of retina” (67; 65.7% each). Most respondents agreed that podcasts are useful for medical education and result in changes in practice, but not that podcasts have surpassed traditional educational methods. For respondents, there was no difference in perceived usefulness between podcasts and peer-reviewed journals, textbooks, continuing medical education lectures, or national conferences; these did not differ with respondent listening histories. Conclusions: Podcasts are valuable adjuncts for distributing clinically relevant material.
A population-based on-farm evaluation protocol for comparing the welfare of pigs between farms

The variability of animal-based parameters was studied within a population of 41 farrow-to-finish farms. Data were collected during three visits, each corresponding to a different season within a two-year period. The largest between-farm variability was observed for stereotypic behaviour by pregnant sows, and for skin, ear and tail lesions, dirtiness and respiratory problems in growing pigs. Relationships with housing and management parameters were established to formulate advice on how to improve pigs' welfare. Group-housed sows performed less oral stereotypic behaviour than individual housed sows (18.7 versus 44.1%), but a higher proportion of skin lesions was observed in group-housed sows (15.4 versus 2.0%). Prevalence of tail-biting behaviour varied between 0 and 21%. The risk for tail biting was higher in cases of reduced levels of floor space per pig, and ear-biting behaviour occurred more often when tails were docked short. Coughing was not correlated directly with the occurrence of lung lesions, but the risk was higher in instances of reduced space availability per pig. Farms could be ranked according to these welfare parameters, ie either according to the score of each individual parameter or based on the summation of all scores. Hence, welfare status was defined in relation to farm-specific information, allowing formulation of advice on housing and management to ultimately improve pig welfare through the matching of a predefined benchmark.
Barriers to the Effective Regulation of the Building Construction Industry: An Empirical Analysis

This study investigates key barriers to the effective regulation of the building construction industry in Kenya, a case study of Kisii Town. It was guided by the Public Interest Theory of Regulation, which provided the underpinning elucidating why the building construction industry in Kenya needs regulation. The target population comprised 84 registered building contractors with a sample size of 66 selected using simple random sampling by application of random number table. As regards limitation, the study does not measure the extent of quality assurance within the construction industry, but rather delve on the key factors impeding its effective regulation. The research findings show that ineffective regulation of the construction industry in Kisii Town was prompted by the joint activities of building development contractors and limitations of the National Construction Authority (NCA) (the regulator). Regarding the activities of building contractors, identified barriers included failure to refer to key legislation that regulates the construction industry, failure to obtain statutory approvals of building development, and laxity to invite supervision of ongoing projects by planning authorities. Conversely, factors elucidating why NCA was not successfully regulating the construction industry included inadequate multi-sectoral coordination, inadequate surveillance, and limited sensitization of key stakeholders. Drawing from these findings, the study recommends regular monitoring and enhanced enforcement that would promote compliance and sensitization of contractors with applicable standards and regular inspections of ongoing projects. Also, establishing a coordinating committee to harmonize institutions that deal with development control. Keywords: Construction Industry, Kenya, Kisii Town, Regulation
Studies on enhanced surface disinfection and skin antisepsis using chlorhexidine and eucalyptus oil

Healthcare associated infections may arise from many sources, including patient? s own skin flora and the clinical environment, and inflict a significant burden within the health service. Adequate and effective skin antisepsis and surface disinfection are therefore essential factors in infection control. Current EPIC guidelines recommend 2 % chlorhexidine (CHG) in 70 % isopropyl alcohol (IPA) for skin antisepsis however poor penetration has been reported. Eucalyptus oil (EO) is a known permeation enhancer, producing synergistic antimicrobial activity when combined with CHG. In this current study, the antimicrobial efficacy of EO and its main constituent 1,8-cineole were assessed against a panel of clinically relevant microorganisms, alone and in combination with CHG. The superior antimicrobial efficacy of EO compared with 1,8-cineole, and synergistic effects with CHG against planktonic and biofilm cultures, confirmed its suitability for use in subsequent studies within this thesis. Impregnation of EO, CHG and IPA onto prototype hard surface disinfectant wipes demonstrated significantly improved efficacy compared with CHG/IPA wipes, with clear reductions in the time required to eliminate biofilms. Optimisation of the EO/CHG/IPA formulation resulted in the development of Euclean® wipes, with simulated-use and time kill studies confirming their ability to remove microbial surface contamination, prevent cross contamination and eliminate biofilms within 10 minutes. The employment of isothermal calorimetry provided additional information on the type and rate of antimicrobial activity possessed by Euclean® wipes. A clinical audit of the Euclean® wipes at Birmingham Children? s Hospital, Birmingham, U.K. revealed divided staff opinion, with the highest cited advantage and disadvantage concerning the odour. Finally, skin penetration and cell toxicity studies of EO/CHG biopatches and Euclean® solution developed during this study, revealed no permeation into human skin following biopatch application, and no significant toxicity. These current studies enhance the knowledge regarding EO and its potential applications.