Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Effect of different solvents on recovery of total monomeric anthocyanin from mangosteen peel (Garcinia mangostana L.)

The yield of Total monomeric anthocyanins (TMA) were analysed for optimisation of extraction condition by varying solvents in fresh and dry peel of mangosteen. Solvents include Hot water, Ethanol and Methanol were used as test solvents. They were later acidified with 0.1% HCl, 1% citric acid and 1% acetic acid to identify the increase in yield of anthocyanins. Results evidently showed that extraction variable was affecting the yield of Total monomeric anthocyanin. The treatment showed significant results when processed statistically. The maximum yield of anthocyanin obtained when extracted with test solvent methanol followed by ethanol. Among them solvents acidified with 0.1% HCl showed the maximum yield followed by acidified citric acid solvent. Considering the negative impact of methanol and HCl on human, anthocyanin extracted with ethanol acidified with citric acid were found to be the optimal solvent for food uses.
Autonomous aerial robot using dual‐fisheye cameras

Safety is undoubtedly the most fundamental requirement for any aerial robotic application. It is essential to equip aerial robots with omnidirectional perception coverage to ensure safe navigation in complex environments. In this paper, we present a light‐weight and low‐cost omnidirectional perception system, which consists of two ultrawide field‐of‐view (FOV) fisheye cameras and a low‐cost inertial measurement unit (IMU). The goal of the system is to achieve spherical omnidirectional sensing coverage with the minimum sensor suite. The two fisheye cameras are mounted rigidly facing upward and downward directions and provide omnidirectional perception coverage: 360° FOV horizontally, 50° FOV vertically for stereo, and whole spherical for monocular. We present a novel optimization‐based dual‐fisheye visual‐inertial state estimator to provide highly accurate state‐estimation. Real‐time omnidirectional three‐dimensional (3D) mapping is combined with stereo‐based depth perception for the horizontal direction and monocular depth perception for upward and downward directions. The omnidirectional perception system is integrated with online trajectory planners to achieve closed‐loop, fully autonomous navigation. All computations are done onboard on a heterogeneous computing suite. Extensive experimental results are presented to validate individual modules as well as the overall system in both indoor and outdoor environments.
Effect of Spatholobus suberectus (Fabaceae) extract on second-degree burns in rats

Purpose: To evaluate the wound-healing effect of Spatholobus suberectus (Fabaceae) on seconddegree burns in a rat model. Methods : The animals were divided into normal, negative control, as well as 10 % Spatholobus suberectus (SS) (SS10), 20 % SS (SS20) and standard (STD) groups. Second-degree burns were inflicted by exposing a 3 × 3 cm sterile area of skin to boiling water for 10 min. The animals were treated topically twice daily for 2 weeks. Wound contraction (%) was measured after 2 weeks, while wound tissue histopathology was assessed by hematoxylin & eosin and Masson’s trichrome staining. In addition, lipid peroxidation (malondialdehyde kit) and cytokine secretion (ELISA) were measured in liver and plasma, respectively. Results: The results of this study suggest that topical application of SS for 2 weeks significantly increases wound closure compared with the negative control. Moreover, treatment with SS significantly improved the pathological status of the wound throughout the protocol. There was also a significant decrease in malondialdehyde activity and increase in cytokine release in SS-treated rats compared with control rats. Conclusions : The results show that topical application of SS after inflicting second-degree burns in rats results in increased wound healing and decreased cytokine release and oxidative stress. Keyword : Spatholobus suberectus, Burns, Wound, Lipid peroxidation, Cytokines
Impact of Work-Life Balance on Employee Retention- A Study on Banking Sector

Work is an essential aspect of life; it provides a sense of accomplishment, identification, and means of income to fulfill the basic requirements. Due to the development of technology, the number of women workforces and dual-earner families, it is important for both employers and workers to balance both professional and personal life. This study examines the effectiveness of the work-life Balance of bank employees and its impact on employee retention in the selected banks in Sivakasi, Virudhunagar district. This paper also identifies the various work-life balance initiatives taken by the banks to reduce employee turnover and to enhance employee job satisfaction. A sample of 245 respondents was randomly selected to participate in the study. A well-structured questionnaire was used to collect the data. The findings revealed that the work-life balance has a direct impact on employee’s retention and it also helps to improve the employee’s job satisfaction
Policy Disagreement and Judicial Legitimacy: Evidence from the 1937 Court-Packing Plan

Judicial politics scholars are currently engaged in a debate over whether policy disagreement with the Supreme Court causes individuals to view the Court as less legitimate. Traditional legitimacy theory makes the argument that policy incongruence does not affect legitimacy judgments. However, recent research challenges this assertion and demonstrates that incongruence is associated with diminished evaluations of the Court’s legitimacy. I contribute to this debate by analyzing public support for the 1937 Court-packing plan. The Court-packing plan is a unique context in which to test theories of legitimacy because the Court’s institutional structure faced a credible threat. I find that support for New Deal policies predicts support for the Court-packing plan, a desire to see Congress pass the plan, and wanting to limit the Court’s ability to exercise judicial review to invalidate acts of Congress. These results support the emerging notion that policy disagreement is associated with diminished legitimacy.
Preoperative predictors of a difficult laparoscopic cholecystectomy

Gallstone disease is a major cause of global morbidity and mortality. Prevalence rates based on ultrasound studies vary from 10%-15% in European adults to 3%5% in African and Asian populations, while Indian figures have been reported as 3%-6%. More than 80% of gallstone carriers are asymptomatic and it has been estimated that about 1%-2% of these develop complications and need surgery every year. Complications of gallstone disease include acute and chronic cholecystitis, gallbladder perforation, choledocholithiasis with or without cholangitis, Mirizzi syndrome, cholecysto-enteric fistula, gallstone ileus and gallstone pancreatitis.
A retrospective analysis of induction of labour at a regional hospital in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.

Background Induction of labour (IOL) is an important obstetrical procedure used to artificially stimulate labour for specific indications. Because IOL may have adverse consequences, there must be clear indications and guidelines on when and how to induce labour in patients with specific risk profiles. At Lower Umfolozi District War Memorial hospital, Kwazulu-Natal, misoprostol is the main agent for induction of labour. Study Justification: to audit the practice of IOL due to Methodology 1. Study design This was a retrospective analysis of 502 patients who underwent IOL for various indications. 2. Method All patients who underwent IOL and had birth weight of 500 grams or greater, were identified and files were collected, information extracted, entered into Microsoft Excel data sheet and later transferred to SPSS soft ware for analysis. 3. Setting: The Study was conducted at LUDWMH, Empangeni, Kwazulu-Natal. 1. Increase in prevalence of IOL. 2. Potential increase in morbidity for mother and baby. 3. Few studies for IOL having been done at regional health centres, serving rural populations. 4. Need to improve the practice of medicine
The Differences between Gross Motor Performance amongst Children According to Ethnic and Age Chronology

Abstract Gross motor skills are important elements that are often associated with the activeness of children in sports and physical activity. The better motor performance level amongst children is reflected by the higher level of involvement in sports and physical activity. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to investigate the level of gross motor performance amongst children based on ethnic and chronological age. The subjects of the study consist of two different ethnic groups namely, Malays (n=38) and Indians (n=34), respectively. A total of 72 subjects aged between 8 and 9 years old (8.51 ± 50 years) volunteered for this study. The Test of Gross Motor Development (TGMD-2) is the instrument used in order to assess the gross motor performance amongst the children. Two gross motor components assessed were locomotor and object manipulation. The t-test analysis found that there was no significant difference on the level of motor performance between the ethnicities either in locomotor [t (70) = . 31, p (.75)> . 05] or object manipulation [t (70) = 1.65, p (.10)> . 05]. Meanwhile, the results attained from the Gross Motor Quotient (GMQ) score demonstrated that all the participants regardless of their ethnicity, exhibited a lower level of gross motor performance compared to age equivalent standard score. In conclusion, ethnic differences do not affect the level of gross motor performance either in locomotor or object manipulation. Keywords: Children Motor Skills, TGMD-2, Gross Motor Performance, Locomotor Skills, Object Manipulation Skills, Ethnicity Abstrak Kemahiran motor kasar merupakan eleman penting yang berkaitan dengan tahap keaktifan seseorang individu dalam sukan dan aktiviti fizikal. Semakin tinggi tahap prestasi motor kasar kanak-kanak maka semakin tinggi juga tahap penglibatan mereka dalam sukan dan aktiviti fizikal. Oleh itu, tujuan kajian ini adalah untuk menilai tahap prestasi motor kasar dalam kalangan kanak-kanak berdasarkan perbezaan etnik dan umur kronologi. Subjek kajian terdiri daripada dua etnik yang berbeza iaitu etnik Melayu (38 orang) dan India (34 orang). Seramai 72 orang kanak-kanak yang berumur di antara 8 dan 9 tahun (8.51 ± .50 tahun) telah melibatkan diri secara sukarela dalam kajian ini. Instrumen yang digunakan untuk menilai tahap prestasi motor kasar kanak-kanak adalah menggunakan Ujian Perkembangan Motor Kasar (TGMD-2). Dua komponen motor kasar yang dinilai iaitu lokomotor dan manipulatif objek. Hasil analisis menggunakan ujian-t, didapati bahawa tidak terdapat perbezaan tahap prestasi motor antara etnik Melayu dan India sama ada secara lokomotor [t (70) = . 31, p (.75) > . 05] mahupun manipulatif objek [t (70) = 1.65, p (.10) > . 05]. Bagi skor ‘Gross Motor Quotient” (GMQ) pula, didapati bahawa etnik Melayu dan India menunjukkan tahap prestasi motor kasar secara kesetaraan umur yang rendah. Kesimpulannya, perbezaan etnik tidak mempengaruhi tahap prestasi motor kanak-kanak sama ada secara lokomotor atau manipulatif objek.
On the relative influence of the hydrodynamics of lab-scale set-ups and the membrane materials on the rejection of homogeneous metal catalysts in solvent resistant nanofiltration

ABSTRACT Solvent resistant nanofiltration is a promising process for homogeneous metal catalyst recovery. However, catalyst rejections are determined using various set-ups with different hydrodynamics, which questions the comparison of the results. The analysis of the membrane performance is another issue even when comparing membranes made of the same material. This study compares the hydrodynamics of three experimental set-ups. Rejections from 57.8 to 80.8% between cross-flow and dead-end SRNF are observed with a Rh catalyst (MW = 258 g·mol−1) in toluene. A high throughput screening system is used to analyze the performance of a set of membranes in terms of permeate fluxes and catalyst rejections.
Control of liver abscesses in feedlot cattle: A review11Contribution no. 10-205-J from the Kansas Agric. Exp. Stn., Manhattan 66506

ABSTRACT Published literature was reviewed to provide an overview of the historical prevalence and methods of controlling liver abscesses (LA) in feedlot cattle. Liver abscesses are typically categorized as mild, moderate, or severe, with severe LA most often being associated with reductions in performance. The prevalence of LA in beef-breed steers increased by 25% between 2008 and 2013; however, the prevalence in Holstein steers tripled over the same period. Regionally, the greatest prevalence has been observed in Kansas, eastern Colorado, and western Nebraska, and the lowest prevalence has been observed in the Midwest and the desert southwest. Fusobacterium necrophorum and Trueperella pyogenes are most commonly associated with LA, although F. necrophorum is likely the primary causative pathogen. Liver abscesses are often, but not always, associated with perforations in the rumen wall. Tylosin phosphate is commonly fed to control LA. Feeding elevated levels of roughage during growing and finishing periods results in a dramatic reduction in LA; overprocessing of dietary roughage reduces its effectiveness. Grain processing has marked effects on ruminal starch availability but has minimal effect on LA; inclusion of fibrous by-product feeds also does not mitigate prevalence of LA. Vaccination against F. necrophorum has shown little benefit in field application. Providing a source of true scratch-factor to the rumen, either by increasing the percentage of coarse roughage included in the TMR or by periodically providing coarse hay apart from the TMR, appears to be the most effective method of reducing LA.
Quality of life in patients with mental and behavioural disorders after application of group therapy

Background: People with mental and behavioural disorders have low satisfaction of quality of life, due to numerous symptoms, as well as poor interpersonal relations, communications skills, low tolerance on frustration. Aim: The aim of this paper was to evaluate whether there has been an improvement in satisfaction with the quality of life after the application of group therapy Methods: The study included 100 patients who attended group therapy, for a period of 6-12 weeks. The instruments used at the beginning and at the end of the treatment were Outcome Questionnaire-45 which measured symptoms distress, interpersonal relations, and social roles, and MANSA questionnaire that measured satisfaction with the quality of life. Results: In total sample (N = 100) there was approximately equal number of women and men (51% vs. 49%). The average age of the subjects was 48.11 ± 7.91. Majority of respondents had depressive disorder (45%). Measuring the mean values obtained on the OQ-45 questionnaire, it was found that after the application of group therapy a significant reduction of the level of dysfunction was achieved. A statistically significant difference was found in the areas of satisfaction with physical and mental health, and the overall score of the MANSA questionnaire. Conclusion: Results show that patients reported lower symptoms distress and higher satisfaction with quality of life after attending group therapy, better interpersonal relations, lower risk of suicidal behaviour and substance abuse. Group therapy is successful intervention which helps patients improve quality of life.
Wildflower plantings promote blue orchard bee, Osmia lignaria (Hymenoptera: Megachilidae), reproduction in California almond orchards

Abstract Concerns over the availability of honeybees (Apis mellifera L.) to meet pollination demands have elicited interest in alternative pollinators to mitigate pressures on the commercial beekeeping industry. The blue orchard bee, Osmia lignaria (Say), is a commercially available native bee that can be employed as a copollinator with, or alternative pollinator to, honeybees in orchards. To date, their successful implementation in agriculture has been limited by poor recovery of bee progeny for use during the next spring. This lack of reproductive success may be tied to an inadequate diversity and abundance of alternative floral resources during the foraging period. Managed, supplementary wildflower plantings may promote O. lignaria reproduction in California almond orchards. Three wildflower plantings were installed and maintained along orchard edges to supplement bee forage. Plantings were seeded with native wildflower species that overlapped with and extended beyond almond bloom. We measured bee visitation to planted wildflowers, bee reproduction, and progeny outcomes across orchard blocks at variable distances from wildflower plantings during 2015 and 2016. Pollen provision composition was also determined to confirm O. lignaria wildflower pollen use. Osmia lignaria were frequently observed visiting wildflower plantings during, and after, almond bloom. Most O. lignaria nesting occurred at orchard edges. The greatest recovery of progeny occurred along the orchard edges having the closest proximity (80 m) to managed wildflower plantings versus edges farther away. After almond bloom, O. lignaria nesting closest to the wildflower plantings collected 72% of their pollen from Phacelia spp. , which supplied 96% of the managed floral area. Phacelia spp. pollen collection declined with distance from the plantings, but still reached 17% 800 m into the orchard. This study highlights the importance of landscape context and proximity to supplementary floral resources in promoting the propagation of solitary bees as alternative managed pollinators in commercial agriculture.
Distributions and Movements of Atlantic Shark Species: A 52-Year Retrospective Atlas of Mark and Recapture Data

—The National Marine Fish- eries Service (NMFS) Cooperative Shark Tagging Program (CSTP) was initiated in 1962 as a collaborative effort between recreational anglers, the commercial fishing industry, and the NMFS. The CSTP data describe the geographic range, minimum estimates of longevity, and movements of coastal and pelagic sharks in the Atlantic Ocean using conventional mark/recapture methods. This document summarizes infor- mation collected by the CSTP for a 52-year period through 2013, updating a previous 1998 publication. A total of 229,810 sharks of 35 species were tagged, and 13,419 sharks of 31 species were recaptured during this period. To characterize the movements and distribution patterns, these data were summarized by sex for times at liberty and distance traveled. The longest time at liberty for any individual shark was 27.8 years (sandbar shark). Distances traveled ranged from negligible movement to 3,997 nautical miles (blue shark). Overall, and in some cases, seasonal distributions, as well as movements of tagged sharks, are mapped with respect to the Atlantic Ocean and marginal seas, state boundaries, the 200 mile United States Exclusive Economic Zone, and international and territorial waters of other countries. Detailed profiles are provided for 14 noteworthy shark species where the updated data have significantly extended previous ranges and movements.
Case of Endobronchial Needle Aspiration in A Patient With A False COPD Diagnosis

Respiratory foreign body aspiration is a critical condition. Foreign body aspirations can be fatal or can rarely be silent. Our case, a 44-year-old female patient diagnosed as COPD at another clinic due to complaints cough and shortness of breath, applied to our service with cough, sputum and shortness of breath. The chest X-ray showed a homogeneous opacity in the lower right section. The foreign body taken out by flexible bronchoscopy and forceps was a needle. It should be noted that foreign body aspiration in adult patients may mimic diseases which cause airway obstruction.
Benefits of cross-border collaboration at Base of the Pyramid markets for innovation improvement

One of the greatest challenges for international buyers at the Base of the Pyramid (BOP) markets is achieving social performance and innovation performance improvements in production processes in export manufacturing firms. In recent years, collaboration with companies from BOP markets has become a source of innovation for companies that do business in developing countries. By collaborating in BOP markets, firms can meet their market growth objectives while simultaneously stimulating social sustainability development. Utilising the partial least squares structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM), we test multiple hypotheses against the data of 239 companies operating in BOP markets in Pakistan. Our results reveal the importance of collaboration in explaining social performance outcomes. This study attempts to offer insights into the effect of collaboration on innovation performance improvements. This study contributes to achieving Sustainable Development Goal 9, in particular focusing on the development of technology infrastructure, to enhance research for promoting innovation. Our findings suggest that collaboration influences can significantly affect the improvements in product and process innovation. Future research could be undertaken by using either quantitative research or survey-based research in BOP markets. Based on the findings, we discuss research and practical implications for the practitioners as well as for policymakers.
Examining pre-service teachers' preparation for inclusive education in the Pacific region and the Solomon Islands

With inclusive education gaining ground in countries around the globe, this study investigated how the Solomon Islands prepare pre-service teachers for inclusive education. Comprising of two stages, the first study examined perceptions of deans and principals of higher educations with regard to inclusive education in the South Pacific. Following this, a survey was utilised to determine the impact of a teacher education course on preparedness of pre-service teachers for inclusive education. Findings revealed that the South Pacific is progressing well to the goal of preparing pre-service teachers for inclusion, however, some areas may require additional attention.
Antibiotic resistance pattern of Staphylococcus aureus with reference to MRSA isolates from pediatric patients

Aim: The extent of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infection in Nepalese children is largely unknown. Materials & methods: Six hundred and seventy-two clinical samples collected from 232 patients between June and November 2016 were processed in a microbiology laboratory. Results: Out of 300 culture-positive samples, 52 (17.3%) were S. aureus isolates. Among those 52, 39 (75.0%) were found to be MRSA. The infection rate of S. aureus was shown to be higher in inpatients (55.7%) compared with outpatients (44.3%) at p = 0.637, 95% CI. Thirteen types of antibiotics were used in the antibiotic susceptibility test. MRSA isolates showed 100 and 0% resistance to penicillin and vancomycin, respectively. The D-test showed inducible clindamycin-resistant phenotype in 15.4% of MRSA isolates. Conclusion: This demonstrates the utmost need for routine testing for MRSA in Nepalese hospitals.
How Migrants Benefit Poor Communities: Evidence on Collective Action in Rural Zambia

This paper investigates the effects of internal in-migration on cooperation in rural farming communities in Zambia. Potentially, in-migration could trigger discrimination, decrease overall levels of trust, and hence negatively impact the propensity for collective action. We measure cooperative behavior through self-reported survey information and incentivized decisions in a lab-in-the-field experiment. First, we find no evidence in the survey and experimental data that in-migration negatively affects cooperation across villages. Second, we find evidence that in villages where income inequalities between migrants and locals are more pronounced, migrants contribute more to public goods if exposed as the minority in the experiment. (JEL H41, O15)