Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
The Effect of Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria on Barley Seedling Growth, Nutrient Uptake, Some Soil Properties, and Bacterial Counts

This study was conducted with barley in greenhouse conditions in order to investigate seed inoculation with 5 different N2-fixing (Bacillus licheniformis RC02, Rhodobacter capsulatus RC04, Paenibacillus polymyxa RC05, Pseudomonas putida RC06, and Bacillus OSU-142) and 2 different phosphate-solubilising (Bacillus megaterium RC01 and Bacillus M-13) bacteria in comparison to control and mineral fertiliser (N and P) application. Among the strains used in the present study, 6 plant growth promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) stimulated indole acetic acid (IAA) production and 3 of them stimulated phosphate solubilisation; all bacterial strains fixed N2 and significantly increased the growth of barley. Available phosphate in soil was significantly increased by seed inoculation with Bacillus M-13 and B. megaterium RC01. Maximum NO3-N was found in soil after inoculation with N2-fixing Bacillus OSU-142, followed by P. polymyxa RC05 and R. capsulatus RC04. Total culturable bacteria count increased in all treatments with time, whereas N2-fixing bacteria decreased with time, except with B. megaterium RC01 inoculation. The data suggest that seed inoculation of barley with plant PGPR increased root weight by 17.9%-32.1% as compared to the control, and increased shoot weight by 28.8%-54.2%, depending on the species. N2-fixing bacterial inoculation significantly increased uptake of N, Fe, Mn, and Zn by barley. The production of hormones is suggested to be one of the mechanisms by which PGPR stimulate barley growth. Effective Bacillus species, such as OSU-142, RC07, M-13, P. polymyxa RC05, P. putida RC06, and R. capsulatus RC04, may be used in agriculture.
Simultaneous activity of male and female gonads in intersex hermit crabs

Intersexuality in hermit crabs was investi- gated using anatomical, histological and electron- microscopy techniques, with Clibanarius vittatus as a model. The specimens were collected in the intertidal zone of Pescadores Beach, state of Sao Paulo, Brazil, and dissected to describe the anatomy of the reproduc- tive organs. Different portions of the reproductive sys- tem were stained with hematoxylin and eosin, and the gonopore morphology was analyzed by scanning elec- tron microscopy. The intersex individuals showed both male and female reproductive systems, with ducts that are connected to the gonopores. The morphology of the gonopores was similar in males and females. The intersex individuals also developed functional male and female gonads in the same individual. These observations confirmed that intersex hermit crabs can reproduce as males or females, thus supporting the hypothesis that they may be part of a true sequential hermaphroditic process.
Influence of coastal upwelling on chlorophyll a concentration in the surface water along the Polish coast of the Baltic Sea

Space-time variations in chlorophylla (Chl a) concentrations in the surface water of upwelling regions along the Polish coast of the Baltic Sea were analysed. Carried out between 1998 and 2002 in the warmer season (from April till October), the measurements were targeted mainly at the Hel upwelling. Satellite-derived sea surface temperature (AVHRR) and Chl a data (SeaWiFS) were used. Generally speaking, the Chl a concentration increased in the upwelling plume, except * This research was supported by the State Committee for Scientific Research, Poland (grant No 6 P04G 061 17). The study was carried out with the consent of the Goddard DAAC team (SeaWiFS authorised user). Editing assistance of the article was provided by BALTDER (EVK3-CT-2002-80005), funded by the European Commission under the 5th Framework Programme. The complete text of the paper is available at http://www.iopan. gda.pl/oceanologia/ 434 A. Krezel, L. Szymanek, Ł. Kozlowski, M. Szymelfenig along the Hel Peninsula, where two scenarios took place: a reduction in Chl a concentration in spring and an increase in autumn.
Verification of an agent model for chronic fatigue syndrome

Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a disorder that is caused by multiple factors. Much work has been conducted to understand CFS mechanisms but little attention has been paid to model the behaviour of a person who experienced chronic fatigue syndrome. The article aims to present verification results made on an agent model that was developed to simulate the dynamics of CFS under the influence of stressful events and related personal profiles. The model developed earlier combines ideas from re- search in affective disorder, prevention medicine, artificial intelligence, and dynamic modeling. These ideas are encapsulated to simulate how a person is fragile towards stressors, and further develops a CFS condition. The model contains eight main components that interacts each other to simulate tem- poral dynamics in CFS. These are predisposed factors, stressors, viral infection, demand, stress, ex- haustion, fatigue and immune function. In order to verify the model, two approaches namely; mathe- matical verification and logical verification were used to check whether the model indeed generates results that adherence to psychological literatures.
The Body Size and Micronutrients Status Among the Bride-To Be in Probolinggo Districtof East Java

Micronutrients deficiency is prevalent among women in reproductive age, particularly in developing countries, including in Indonesia. Small body size reflects a chronic deficiency of nutrients intake. Both of those problems may correlate each other and making maternal nutrition more complicated. Brides-to be are the most important group of women in reproductive age who require better recognition, because they will become mothers. This study was to describe inter-correlation among anthropometric indices which reflected the maternal body size and several indicators of micronutrient status. A cross sectional study was conducted in selected sub-districts of Probolinggo District, East Java Province year 2012. The samples size of 115 brides-to be were randomly selected from list of brides-to be in Sub-district Office of Religious Affair. The observed variables were body weight, height, body mass index (BMI), mid upper arms circumference (MUAC), micronutrients status including concentration of hemoglobin, serum ferritin, serum retinol and serum zinc. Pearson correlation test was used to analyze data using SPSS for Window version 13.0. Result showed that the average of body weight was 47,3 kg, average stature was 150,4 cm, BMI was 20, MUAC was 25,3 cm. The average of hemoglobin level was 12,4 g/dL, serum ferritin was 50,6 µg/L, serum retinol level was 1,06 µmol/L, and serum Zn level was 12,9 µmol/L. Statistical analisis showed significant correlation between the body weight and hemoglobin concentration (r =0,25, p = 0,01) and serum retinol (r = 0,21, p = 0,03); between BMI and hemoglobin concentration (r = 0,31, p = 0,00) and serum ferritin (r = 0,23, p = 0,03), and serum retinol (r = 0,21, p = 0,02); between MUAC and hemoglobin (r = 0,32, p = 0,00) and serum retinol (r = 0,24, p = 0,02); between hemoglobin concentration and serum ferritin concentration (r = 0,30, p = 0,00). Stature did not correlate with any indicators of micronutrient. It implies that among the indices of body size, body weight and BMI as well as MUAC are important indicators relating to iron status, and vitamin A status, but not zinc status.
Molecular Detection and Therapeutic Management of Feline Mycoplasmosis

Mycoplasma haemofelis and Candidatus Mycoplasma haemominutum (formerly known as Haemobartonellafelis) are the causes of hemotropic mycoplasmosis in cats. The parasites attach to the surface of the red blood cell, and have the potential to cause severe alterations of the cell’s shape, resulting in anaemia. A three-year-old tom cat was presented in University Veterinary Hospital with symptoms of lethargy, reduced appetite and fever for past 3 days. Clinical examination revealed increased temperature(103o – 105o F), blanched mucous membranes and lymphadenopathy. Upon peripheral blood smear examination small coccoid organisms could be noticed in the periphery of the RBCs. Hematobiochemical examination revealed anaemia, thrombocytopaenia and decreased haematocrit values. The blood samples were subjected to DNA extraction and followed by Polymerase Chain Reaction which confirmed mycoplasmosis due to Mycoplasma haemofelis. The animal was treated with intravenous administration of oxytetracycline@ 10mg/kg BW for five days along with prednisolone and vitamin supplements. Uneventful clinical recovery was noticed 7 days post therapy.
Aotus Diversity and the Species Problem

Abstract: Karyotypic variability in Aotus suggests at least seven species in the gray-necked group (A. brumbacki, A. griseimembra, A. lemurinus, A. trivirgatus, A. vociferans, A. zonalis, and Aotus sp. nov.) based on six known karyomorphs, highly divergent mitochondrial cytochrome c oxidase sequences, different sensitivities to malaria, varied mitogenic and immunological responses to other diseases, and well-defiined geographical distributions, and the likelihood that these species are distinctive enough to possess reproductive barriers. We discuss these karyomorphs and explain why A. brumbacki cannot be an A. lemurinus subspecies. We briefly describe a karyotype for Aotus from Maipures on the Rio Orinoco and suggest that this represents A. brumbacki, extending our knowledge of that species' distribution to the Orinoco basin. We stress the presence of a new undescribed Aotus in Colombia from a completely unknown location, which we name Aotus jorgehernandezi in honor of Jorge I. Hernández-Camacho. We discuss the meaning and evolution of chromosome variability, the nature of Aotus as a sibling species complex and the use of the phylogenetic versus biological species concepts in primatology.
Spectroscopic study of bipolar nanosecond pulse gas-liquid discharge in atmospheric argon

Atmospheric gas-liquid discharge with argon as a working gas is presented by employed nanosecond pulse power. The discharge is presented in a glow-like mode. The discharge powers are determined to be less than 1 W, and remains almost constant when the discharge duration time increases. Bountiful active species are determined by capturing optical emission spectra, and their main generation processes are also discussed. The plasma gas temperature is calculated as 350 K by comparing the experimental spectra and the simulated ones of The time resolved vibrational and rotational temperature is researched to present the stability of discharge when pulse voltage and discharge duration vary. The electron density is determined to be 1016 cm−3 according to the Stark broadening effect of the H α line.
The extent of debt financing within state-owned corporations in Kenya

Copyright: 2015. Virtus Interpress. Due to copyright restrictions, only the abstract is available. For access to the full text item, please consult the publisher's website. The definitive version of the work is published in Corporate Ownership and Control, Vol 12, Issue 4 (Special issue), 895-903. http://www.virtusinterpress. org/THE-EXTENT-OF-DEBT-FINANCING.html
Creative Climate a Prerequisite for Supporting an Innovation Culture: A single case study at CEVT

Innovation is a widely used concept, which is considered as an important factor to remain competitive in an everchanging business environment. Research suggest that creativity is a prerequisite for innovation to occur. Creativity relates to the generation of new and useful ideas, whereas innovation is considered the implementation of those ideas. Meaning that companies must first create or develop an environment that promotes creativity in order for innovation to occur at a later stage. CEVT, that is the research subject for this exploratory case study, has the vision to become ‘World Leading Innovation and Research Centre, Developing cars for a different tomorrow’. Through a qualitative research method performing semi-structured interviews, the research aims to assess the current creative climate at CEVT in order to give recommendations on how the company can support the development of a successful innovation culture. A framework was therefore developed by the authors, which includes seven categories containing different success factors and activities for developing an innovation culture. The findings show that the categories organizational structure and processes, management support and resources have the greatest impact on the current creative climate at CEVT among the categories in the framework. The company demonstrates great potential in fostering a creative climate through its management support. To improve it further, findings suggest that the company should focus on the communication of the strategic direction and alignment of resources for creative activities, to support the innovation culture.
Molecular gas mass functions of normal star-forming galaxies since z ~ 3

We used deep far-infrared data from the PEP/GOODS-Herschel surveys and restframe ultraviolet photometry to study the evolution of the molecular gas mass function of normal star-forming galaxies. Computing the molecular gas mass, Mmol, by scaling star formation rates through depletion timescales, or combining infrared (IR) luminosity and obscuration properties as described in the literature, we obtained Mmol for roughly 700, z = 0.2−3.0 galaxies near the star-forming main sequence. The number density of galaxies follows a Schechter function of Mmol. The characteristic mass M ∗ is found to strongly evolve up to z ~ 1 and then flatten at earlier epochs, resembling the IR luminosity evolution of similar objects. At z ~ 1, our result is supported by an estimate based on the stellar mass function of star-forming galaxies and gas fraction scalings from the PHIBSS survey. We compared our measurements with results from current models, finding better agreement with those that are treating star formation laws directly rather than in post-processing. Integrating the mass function, we studied the evolution of the Mmol density and its density parameter Ωmol.
THE HUBBLE SPACE TELESCOPE CLUSTER SUPERNOVA SURVEY. II. THE TYPE Ia SUPERNOVA RATE IN HIGH-REDSHIFT GALAXY CLUSTERS

We report a measurement of the Type Ia supernova (SN Ia) rate in galaxy clusters at 0.9 < z < 1.46 from the Hubble Space Telescope Cluster Supernova Survey. This is the first cluster SN Ia rate measurement with detected z > 0.9 SNe. Finding 8 ± 1 cluster SNe Ia, we determine an SN Ia rate of 0.50+0.23−0.19 (stat) +0.10−0.09 (sys) h270 SNuB (SNuB ≡ 10−12 SNe L−1☉, B yr−1). In units of stellar mass, this translates to 0.36+0.16−0.13 (stat) +0.07−0.06 (sys) h270 SNuM (SNuM ≡ 10−12 SNe M−1☉ yr−1). This represents a factor of ≈5 ± 2 increase over measurements of the cluster rate at z < 0.2. We parameterize the late-time SN Ia delay time distribution (DTD) with a power law: Ψ(t)∝ts. Under the approximation of a single-burst cluster formation redshift of zf = 3, our rate measurement in combination with lower-redshift cluster SN Ia rates constrains s = −1.41+0.47−0.40, consistent with measurements of the DTD in the field. This measurement is generally consistent with expectations for the “double degenerate” scenario and inconsistent with some models for the “single degenerate” scenario predicting a steeper DTD at large delay times. We check for environmental dependence and the influence of younger stellar populations by calculating the rate specifically in cluster red-sequence galaxies and in morphologically early-type galaxies, finding results similar to the full cluster rate. Finally, the upper limit of one hostless cluster SN Ia detected in the survey implies that the fraction of stars in the intra-cluster medium is less than 0.47 (95% confidence), consistent with measurements at lower redshifts.
Kapliczki i krzyże w krajobrazie otwartym i zurbanizowanym Wielkopolski

Crosses and shrines, standing next to roads are significant element of cultural landscape of Poland. This objects were raised in places important to spatial arrangement as crossroads, village limits, founders’ plot neighborhood. Crosses and shrines were also frequently established to commemorate historical events. These objects were precious for local community as a sacred place or landmark. Next to crosses and shrines trees, ornamental shrubs, perennial and one year plants were planted. Nowadays forms of greenery accompanying sacral objects have been changed. Also its value for local communities is different now then in historical times. Department of Landscape Architecture of University of Life Sciences in Poznań performed research on crosses, shrines and accompanying greenery in Wielkopolska region and city of Poznań. The aim of research was to recognize historical, landscape and art values of crosses and shrines and present trends in its maintenance and its place in local communities life.
Diversity and distribution of Tardigrada in Arctic cryoconite holes

Despite the fact that glaciers and ice sheets have been monitored for more than a century, knowledge on the glacial biota remains poor. Cryoconite holes are water-filled reservoirs on a glacier’s surface and one of the most extreme ecosystems for micro-invertebrates. Tardigrada, also known as water bears, are a common inhabitant of cryoconite holes. In this paper we present novel data on the morphology, diversity, distribution and role in food web of tardigrades on Arctic glaciers. From 33 sampled cryoconite holes of 6 glaciers on Spitsbergen, in 25 tardigrades were found and identified. Five taxa of Tardigrada (Eutardigrada) were found in the samples, they are: Hypsibius dujardini , Hypsibius sp. A, Isohypsibius sp. A. , Pilatobius recamieri , and one species of Ramazzottiidae. H. dujardini and P. recamieri were previously known from tundra in the Svalbard archipelago. Despite the number of studies on Arctic tundra ecosystems, Hypsibius sp. A, one species of Ramazzottiidae and Isohypsibius sp. A are known only from cryoconite holes. Tardigrade found in this study do not falsify the hypothesis that glaciers and ice sheets are a viable biome (characteristic for biome organisms assemblages - tardigrades). Diagnosis of Hypsibius sp. A, Isohypsibius sp. A, and species of Ramazzottiidae with discussion on the status of taxa, is provided. To check what analytes are associated with the presence of tardigrades in High Arctic glacier chemical analyses were carried out on samples taken from the Buchan Glacier. pH values and the chemical composition of anions and cations from cryoconite hole water from the Buchan Glacier are also presented. The current study on the Spitsbergen glaciers clearly indicates that tardigrade species richness in cryoconite holes is lower than tardigrade species richness in Arctic tundra ecosystems, but consists of unique cryoconite hole species. As cryoconite tardigrades may feed on bacteria as well as algae, they are primary consumers and grazers - secondary consumers of the decomposer food chain in this extreme ecosystem.
On the Riccati Equations of the H∞ Control Problem for Discrete Time-Varying Systems

In this paper we investigate the relationship between the different Riccati equations that appear in the H∞ control problem for linear discrete time-varying systems. Once we obtain this relation we can reformulate the conditions under which the H∞ output feedback problem is solvable. In contrary to the conditions in terms of two coupled Riccati equations, the new conditions are stated in terms of two uncoupled Riccati equations and a coupling condition.
DIAGNOSIS OF MASTITIS IN DAIRY GOATS

Mastitis is an inflammation of the mammary gland (udder) that causes a chemical and physical reaction in milk produced by goats. Diagnosis of mastitis is based on signs and history of the herd. A microbiologic milk culture, a Somatic Cell Count (SCC), or an Enzyme-Linked ImmunoSorbent Assay (ELISA) test are used to diagnose infection. The SCC and the California Mastitis Test (CMT) are the most common tests used to diagnose mastitis in dairy goats. The Modified California Mastitis Test (MCMT) was found to be most convenient and easy for diagnosis of mastitis. The sometic cell count was found to be confirmatory test for clinical and subclinical mastitis in goats. The somatic cell count value in mastitis ranged from 37.64-79.60 x 10 5 cells per ml of milk. On bacteriological examination, overall 78 samples were cultured out of which 69 (88.46%) samples of which were found to be positive for mastitis. The bacterial load, i.e., aerobic plate count was found to be 9.0-30.8 x 10 -3 CFU/ml of milk which get reduced to 3.1-17.5 x 10 -3 CFU/ml of milk after treatment. Coliform count were found to be 2.1-8.7 x 10 -3 CFU/ml of milk which get reduced to 0.3-3.8 x 10 -3 CFU/ml of milk after treatment.
Fenoxaprop for control of yellow bristle grass in pasture and its efficacy on other C 4 grasses

The eficacy of the herbicide fenoxaprop for control of yellow bristle grass ( Setaria pumila) in pasture was evaluated in two ield trials. Additionally, glasshouse experiments investigated its phytotoxicity on seven annual and four perennial C 4 grass species. Results of the ield trials showed good control of yellow bristle grass and consequently a very high (up to 98%) reduction in seed head production. Fenoxaprop had no measurable effect on clover yield but the removal of yellow bristle grass resulted in higher production of perennial ryegrass (Lolium perenne). Fenoxaprop killed all the annual C 4 species tested, viz. yellow bristle grass, summer grass ( Digitaria sanguinalis), witchgrass (capillare), smooth witchgrass ( Panicum dichotomiflorum), barnyard grass (Echinochloa crus-galli), broom corn millet ( Panicum miliaceum) and crowfoot grass (Eleusine indica), but was less effective on the perennial C 4 grass species, viz. Indian doab ( Cynodon dactylon), Kikuyu grass ( Cenchrus clandestinus), Mercer grass (Paspalum distichum) and paspalum (dilatatum).
Board Size, Executive Directors and Property Firm Performance in Malaysia

Abstract In light of the 1997 Asian financial crisis, the effectiveness of good governance in Asian economies has been a confronting issue. This situation raised the key issue in corporate governance of how to effectively monitor managers and to exercise control so that managers act in the best interest of the shareholders. Amongst others, the existence of a board of directors is an important system for shareholding monitoring and control. This research empirically examines the relationship between board size, percentage of executives and performance of property companies listed in Malaysia. The findings provide evidence that the market seems to have a preference for small boards, but with more executive directors.