Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
International Journal of Bioassays

Several epidemiological studies have shown that consumption of whole grains is associated with reduced risk of chronic diseases, which are attributed in part to their unique phytochemical composition. In the present study three varieties of pearl millet (ICMV 221, CO (CU) 9 and market variety) and one variety of little millet were used. The methanolic extracts of the grains were prepared and the total phenols and flavonoid content were estimated. The antioxidant activities of the extracts were measured using stable 2,2-Diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) radical by UV visible spectroscopy. The reducing power and metal chelating abilities were also determined. Pearl millet ICMV 221 had highest TPC (106.86±2.57 mg GAE/100g flour) whereas total flavonoid content was high in pearl millet CO (CU) 9 (40.22±2.41 mg CE/100g flour). The DPPH radical scavenging activity is highest for pearl millet CO (CU) 9 (70.39±2.57%) and lowest for little millet (39.87±2.0%). Pearl millet ICMV 221 and CO (CU) 9 showed highest reducing power (0.560 and 0.513 respectively). Pearl millet ICMV 221 showed highest metal chelating activity (88.45 %) compared to other millet varieties. The total flavonoid content (TFC) correlated well with DPPH radical scavenging activity(R=0.97618) and moderate correlation with reducing power ((R=0.55456). The total phenolic content (TPC) moderately correlated with DPPH radical scavenging activity. These findings suggest that pearl millet and little millet are rich source of phenolic antioxidants and their consumption may be useful in combating diseases in which free radicals are involved.
USE OF CARDIAC BIOMARKERS FOR PREDICTION OF CORONARY HEART DISEASE IN FAMILY MEMBERS OF DIABETICS IN JOS NIGERIA

Diabetes is known as a strong etiological source of Coronary Heart Disease (CHD). Family history of diabetes and heart disease are key risk factors of Diabetes Mellitus Type-2 (DMT2) and Cardiovascular Disease especially CHD. The underlying disorders in diabetes and CHD are scientifically and clinically linked to genetic predispositions, lifestyle and socioeconomic factors. This study aimed at assessing some biomarkers of CHD in people with family history of diabetes. A total of 160 participants: 120 (75%) with family history of diabetes and 40 (25%) without history of diabetes, were enrolled in the study. Plasma and serum from venous blood samples were used in spectrophotometric assaying for Fasting Plasma Glucose, Lipids (Total Cholesterol, Triglycerides, High Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol and Low Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol); while high sensitivity C reactive protein (hs-CRP) was measured using Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) technique. Anthropometric parameters: weight and height were taken for Body Mass Index (BMI) while Blood Pressure (BP), was taken using a sphygmomanometer and stethoscope. The results showed mean of: Age (21-40 years), Systolic and Diastolic Blood Pressure (127.5±19.43 and 85.0±4.5 respectively), Fasting Blood Sugar (5.01±1.15), BMI (26.6±5.98), Triglycerides (1.12±0.71), hs-CRP (6.7±2.78). BMI and BP were statistically significant (p<0.05) with age while all other parameters were not statistically significant (p>0.05). We concluded that there is risk of CHD in relations of Diabetics; and that the Framingham risk tools, BMI, Lipid Profile Ratios, Family history and CRP levels could be used routinely in predicting Coronary Heart Disease.
Breast Cancer Image Enhancement using Median Filter and CLAHE

— Breat cancer is one of the major causes of death for woman in world wide. Mammography is the basic screening technique for early detection of tomour in the breast. The major objective of mammography is to detecting the small lumps at an earliest because they may lead for cancer. But it is difficult to identify the very small tomours in the conventional mammography because they are very noisy, low contrast, blur and fuzzy kind of images, it is necessary to enhance the mammography. Enhancement is done to bring out specific features of the mammography such as mass and microcalcification and to heighlight certain characteristics for early detection and easy diagnosis of breast cancer. This paper comprises the different denoising and cintrast enhancement techniques to recognize the suitable enhancement technique for mammography. Mammograms are denoised by linear and nonlinear filtering techniques and efficiency is measured by Root Meam Square Error (RMSE) and Peak Signal to Noise Ratio (PSNR) and then contrast of the image is enhanced by histogram based techniques.
Load frequency control in Single area with traditio nal Ziegler-Nichols PID Tuning controller

Load Frequency Control in power systems is very im portant in order to supply reliable electric power with good quality. In many industries, the speed of the machines depends on the frequency. Any deviati on in the frequency may lead to mal-operation of the system. The load-frequency control (LFC) is used to restore the balance between load and generation in each control area by means of speed control. So load frequency control is the key problem in the power system. Works are b eing done to optimize the controllers to get faster and better results, the main goal of LFC is to minimize the tr ansient deviations and steady state error to zero i n advance. This paper investigated LFC using proportional inte gral (PI) Controller and ZN-PID Tuning controller f or one area system. The results of the two controllers are compared using MATLAB/Simulink software package. Comparison results of conventional PI controller an d ZN-PID Tuning controller System are presented.
Survey on Proactive and Reactive Protocols in

Abstrac t —A Mobile Ad-hoc Network (MANET) is infrastructure less network formed by mobile nodes sharing wireless channel without any centralized administration. As nodes are mobile they can move arbitrarily, the network topology, which is typically multi-hop, can change frequently and unpredicta-bly resulting in route changes, frequent links break and possibly packet losses. One of the main challenges of MANET is the design of robust routing algorithms that adopt to the frequent and randomly changing network topology. There are several routing protocols which have already been proposed for providing communication among all the nodes in the network and are classified into proactive and reactive protocols. In this paper , we compare and evaluate the performance of widely used both table-driven such as DSDV and on-demand unipath and multipath routing protocols such as AODV and AOMDV by passing various parameter metrics like Throughput, End-to-End delay, Packet delivery ratio, Packet drop and Average energy consumption by using simulation. Index Terms — AODV, AOMDV, DSDV, Throughput, End-to-End Delay, Packet delivery ratio, Packet drop, Routing overhead and Normalized routing load. ——————————  ——————————
How Construction Errors Affecting the Bearing Capacity of the Concrete Beams ? Inelastic Deflection of Concrete I-Beams Khalilimard

9 Published By: Blue Eyes Intelligence Engineering & Sciences Publication Pvt. Ltd. Abstract— Reinforced concrete I-beams are widely used in bridge construction. The span length to beam height ratio in these decks is sometimes between 15 and 30. Due to the widespread utilization of these bridges and their heavy traffic loads, special attention must be directed at recognizing the behaviors that lead to construction errors associated with these structures. Because of various construction and environmental factors, construction faults might result in concrete quality or during concrete placement which can consequently lead to inhomogeneities in beam sections. This means that concrete density and compressive strength in the beam cross section might deteriorate along the section height. Extensive research has been conducted on the non-linear and inhomogeneous behavior of concrete beams. However, few researchers have specifically addressed density and compressive strength variations along beam cross sections. The present research is aimed at estimating from elastic material parameters, the concrete I-beam inelastic deflection resulting from inhomogeneous behavior along the beam cross sectional height. The behavior of the beam under study was checked by comparing its relevant parameters with the results obtained from the OpenSees Software and the method proposed in the Concrete Code ACI318. Excellent agreement was observed in both cases. Moreover, a value of unity was proposed for parameter “n” in the relation set forth by Branson in the Concrete Code ACI318 for estimating section cracking moment in long span I-beams.
D-002 treatment attenuates esophagitis in a model of chronic gastro-esophageal reflux in rats

To investigate the effects of D-002 (beeswax alcohols) on esophagitis induced by chronic gastroesophageal reflux (c-GER) in rats. Rats were randomized into a sham and five groups subjected to cGER: a positive vehicle control, three D-002 (50, 100 and 200 mg/kg), and one omeprazole (20 mg/kg) group, all treated orally for seven days. cGER was induced by ligation of the junction between the forestomach and the duodenal side of the pylorus. Esophageal lesions index (ELI), esophageal malondialdehyde (MDA) and sulfhydril groups (SHG) concentrations were assessed. The positive control group exhibited macroscopically signs of esophageal injury assessed in term of ELI, which was significantly higher than in the negative control. D-002 (50, 100 and 200 mg/kg) reduced the ELI, showing 30.5, 72.9 and 76.4% protection, respectively; and also significantly attenuated the increased MDA (37.4, 63.6 and 94.2%, respectively) and SHG (16.6, 41.6 and 72.9%, respectively) esophageal concentrations versus the positive control. Omeprazole decreased the ELI (80.2%), MDA (99.3%) and SH (85.4%) esophageal concentrations. As conclusions, this study suggest that repeated oral administration with D-002 protects against reflux esophagitis and decreases esophageal lipid peroxidation and protein oxidation markers in rats with c-GER.
Assessment and Characteristic of Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL) Success Rate in Urolithiasis: Report in Kariadi General Hospital Semarang Indonesia

Urinary stones are the third most urological problem after urinary tract infections and pathological conditions in the prostate [1]. Data from five European countries, Japan, and the United States showed that the incidence and prevalence of stone disease has increased over time worldwide. It was mentioned that the increase was associated with increased detection of asymptomatic urinary tract stones through the use of radiographic imaging, mainly from computed tomography [2]. Stone incidence varies with age with low incidence rates in childhood and elderly and peaks between the 4th decade and the 6th decade of life [1-3]. Crimson Publishers Wings to the Research Research Article
Nearest Neighbor Ensembles Combines with Weighted Instance and Feature Sub Set Selection: A Survey

— Ensemble learning deals with methods which employ multiple learners to solve a problem The generalization ability of an ensemble is usually significantly better than that of a single learner, so ensemble methods are very attractive, at the same time feature selection process of ensemble technique has important role of classifier. This paper, presents the analysis on classification technique of k-nearest neighbor method while applying feature reduction in subsets and further more constructing ensembles of nearest neighbor classifiers on the basis of the instance selection. Instance selection is to obtain the subset of the instances available for training capable of achieving, at least, the same performance as the whole training set will provide.
FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH HYPERTENSION PREVALENCE AND CONTROL AMONG LEBANESE TYPE 2 DIABETIC PATIENTS

Objective: The objectives of this study were to assess the prevalence of hypertension and the level of blood pressure (BP) control among a cohort of diabetic Lebanese patients on antihypertensive medications, as well as to identify factors associated with hypertension prevalence and uncontrolled BP. Methods: This cross-sectional retrospective study was conducted in a tertiary health care clinic that is specialized in the management and follow-up of diabetic outpatients. Results: Among the 700 type 2 diabetes mellitus patient files that were screened529 (75%) were found to have hypertension. Hypertension was more prevalent in women, patients aged ≥65-year-old, and those having a body mass index (BMI) of ≥30 (kg/m 2 ) (p-value<0.05). Among the hypertensive cohort, 465 T2DM were on antihypertensive medications and were included in the hypertension control analysis. Ninety-three patients (20%) attained BP control (SBP<140 and DBP<90 mmHg). Multivariate analyses revealed three factors that were significantly associated with uncontrolled BP control: Age being ≥65 y (adjusted OR = 1.96 (95% CI: 1.07–3.61, p-value<0.05), male gender (adjusted OR = 2.57, 95% CI: 1.41–4.66, p-value<0.05) and uncontrolled HDL (adjusted OR = 1.58, 95% CI: 1.33–2.01, p-value = 0.05). Conclusion : Hypertension is prevalent among the study patients. However, attainment of BP control was poor among these patients. Therefore, there is a need for studies that determine reasons behind this low BP control rate in order to design interventions aiming at improving the standard of care for these patients.
Awareness and Knowledge of Mutual Fund among the Investors with Special Reference to Chennai – A Critical Study

-In this study, it is discussed about the mutual fund knowledge and awareness among the investors with a special reference to Chennai city. It is difficult to selective group the investors in a sample as such the population of Chennai city is large in number. Compared to earlier days the investment options are changing from risk free to riskier investments. The analyses also shows that compared to earlier days the growth of investments in the stock market increased to significant level compared to other conventional investments which are of lesser risks and lower returns. The ignorance of investors about mutual fund coupled with aggressive selling by promising higher returns to the investors have resulted into loss of investors’ confidence due to inability to provide higher return. This necessitates the Asset Management Companies (AMCs) to understand the fund/scheme selection/switching behaviour of the investors to design suitable products to meet the changing financial needs of the investors. With this background a survey was conducted among 250 Mutual Fund Investors in Chennai to study the factors influencing the fund/scheme selection by the Investors. For analyzing the impact of knowledge and awareness of mutual fund done through SPSS, one way ANOVA analysis has been made. Hence, this study is made to evaluate the knowledge, general and variable effects about the investors’ perception and performance of investment avenues.
The Development of Executive Functions among Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complex neurodevelopmental disorder with long-lasting neurocognitive dysfunctions in addition to impaired socio-communication and restricted, repetitive and stereotypical patterns of behavior, interests, and activities (APA 2013). Long-term follow-up studies show that the developmental outcomes of autistic individuals are highly variable, even for individuals at the more intellectually able end of the autism spectrum. While some individuals go on to live independently and obtain qualifications, the majority fail to achieve independence, to attain full-time employment, or to enjoy friendships. The concept of ‘executive function’ refers to the higher order control processes necessary to guide behaviour in a constantly changing environment. The concept includes abilities such as planning, working memory, mental flexibility, response initiation, response inhibition, impulse control and monitoring of action. The aim of this study was to elaborate an individualized intervention program for children with ASD to develop the executive functions (working memory, selective attention, planning, organizing and inhibition of response). Measures of EF were administered to a sample of 5 pre-schoolers (1 girl and 4 boys with 6–7 years old). The results show that, the individualized intervention program in this study has a semnificative influence to develop the executive functions [H(2)=10,61; p<0,01 (p=0,005) for working memory; H(2)=11,05; p<0,01 (p=0,004) for attention; H(2)=11,88; p<0,01 (p=0,003) for planification; H(2)= 10,9; p<0,01 (p=0,004) for organization and H(2)=10,4; p<0,01 (p=0,005) for inhibition of response].
Principles verses Rules-Based Accounting Standards’ Application in Fiji: An Overview of the Literature

The emerging economies differ significantly in terms of the size, structure, capabilities of the accounting institutes and regulatory bodies. The difference in the organizational culture in the emerging economies to that of a developed economy raises several concerns about the application of the principle based accounting standards fostered by International Accounting Standards Board (IASB). Culturally, the professional accountants in Fiji prefer to adhere to rule as opposed to principle based standards that requires exercise of significant judgment. Thus, the purpose of this paper is to elaborate on the strength and weaknesses of the rule and principle based accounting standards and will specifically focus on the applicability of each type of the standards in the context of a less developed country – Fiji.
USING THE HEMATOPOEITIC STEM CELLS TO TREAT THE IMMUNE DEFICIENCY IN EWES

The study was conducted to evaluate the possibility of using the hematopoietic stem cells to treat the immune deficiency in ewes exposed to aflatoxin as immunotoxic substance. Eighteenth ewes were subjected to this study, and divided into 3 groups (negative control , positive control and treatment). The results showed significant differences (P < 0.05) between groups , as in positive control group the sensitization rate of lymphocyte transformation assay revealed significant decrement (P < 0.05), while in the treatment group this rate is elevated significantly and slightly above the levels in control negative group. Results of delayed type hypersensitivity test by using intradermal injection of phytohaemagglutinatin showed significant difference (P < 0.05) between the negative control, positive control and treatment groups. Whereas levels of IgA are not affected significantly (P < 0.05) in negative control and positive control groups, they increased significantly (P < 0.05) in treatment group. The levels IgG in positive control group decreased significantly, whereasthe levels increased significantly in treatment group. There are no significant differences in levels of IgM between groups of the ewes. It is concluded that the hematopoietic stem cells can be used to treat immunodeficiency diseases in ewes.
How useful is the lung ultrasound in cystic fibrosis

Objectives: Considering the recurrent exacerbation of children with CF and frequent need for radiation exposure, lung ultrasound (LUS) might be a useful tool for evaluation of pulmonary changes. Methods: A prospective observational study included 82 CF patients (age between 4 months-24 years) monitored in our center for two years period. Ultrasound was performed every 6 months, using a convex 3-5 MHz probe and supplementary exam when patients were admitted for exacerbations. Specific US marks were used for normal lung and detection of consolidation, interstitial syndrome, pleural effusion, emphysema. CT was used as a gold standard for evaluation of pulmonary structural changes and performed after LUS examinations. Results: Typical LUS signs for consolidation were found in 8.5% of the patients, in 2 of them with pleural effusion; in this patients a good correlation between US and CT findings was noted(r=0. 79, p Conclusion: Lung ultrasound is a reliable method for detection of substantial lung alterations in children with CF while for incipient bronchiectasis, CT remain superior. US could be use for rapid and safe evaluation in CF pulmonary exacerbations.
Hispanic Agricultural Workers: The Nexus of Demographics, Employment Characteristics, and Health

OF CAPSTONE A Capstone project submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Public Health in the College of Public Health at the University of Kentucky By: Ashley Michelle Bush Lexington, Kentucky Copyright © Ashley Michelle Bush 2016 HISPANIC AGRICULTURAL WORKERS: THE NEXUS OF DEMOGRAPHICS, EMPLOYMENT CHARACTERISTICS, AND HEALTH Agriculture, which is home to elevated occupational injury and illness rates, has a substantial demographic makeup of Hispanic workers. Hispanic farmworkers are at increased risk of poor occupational health outcomes due to the precarious nature of work and other socio-ecological influences. These adverse occupational health outcome counts are inadequate and undercounted, failing to capture the true scope of agricultural work. To gain more knowledge about agriculture, this capstone will focus on the personal and work characteristics of agricultural workers to help further understand disparities within the agricultural sector by: providing a literature review of agricultural worker health; examining missed work due to work-related illness among Hispanic agricultural workers; exploring farmworker characteristics in two agricultural subsectors; and, offering implications for public health practice and research.
Adaptive Neuro-Fuzzy Inference System (ANFIS) Based Edge Detection Technique

:- This paper presents an Adaptive Neuro-Fuzzy Inference System (ANFIS) based Edge Detection technique. This proposed technique detects the edges from the digital images by using ANFIS based edge detector. The training pattern is proposed to optimize the internal parameters of the ANFIS based edge detector. The edges are directly determined by the proposed edge detector. This proposed edge detector is then compared with popular edge detectors Sobel and Roberts on the basis of performance metrics PSNR (Peak Signal to Noise Ratio) and MSE (Mean Square Error).
CYTOLOGICAL PATTERN OF HEAD AND NECK LYMPHADENOPATHY: A STUDY AT A TERTIARY CARE CENTRE

Lymphadenopathy is one of the commonest causes of head from benign to malignant conditions. Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology has emerged as an easy, cost effective, minimally invasive and safe technique, with h evaluation of l various lymph node diseases present in Head and neck region. It was an observational study conducted in the department of pathology Government Medical College, Srinagar from to June 2015. A total of 711 cases were studied during this period out of which 82.3% cases were benign and 17.7% cases were diagnosed as malignant. Patients ranged from 2 months to 90 years in age with male to female ratio of 1.2:1. Non spe diagnosis (66.9%) followed by metastatic tumours (13.2%), Chronic granulomatous lymphadenitis (10%), tuberculosis (6.5%) and Lymphomas (4.5%). Benign causes of lymphadenopathy were found more commonly in in older cytology was a useful first line investigating tool in arriving at a diagnosis.