Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Field trial evidence of silicon and phosphorus application to improve rice growth and nutrients uptake in Northern Iran

Abstract One of the major problems in the paddy fields in northern Iran is the low solubility and availability of phosphorus. To solve this problem, the plant growth-promoting microorganisms and the application of silicon fertilizer can be appropriate way and assessed for rice crop as split plots based on a randomized complete block design (RCBD) with three replications in Amol region during 2017 and 2018. The spray of nano-silicon, the soil application of potassium silicate and calcium silicate and control condition were used as main plots. Phosphorus treatment including control, 100 kg triple superphosphate ha−1, 50 kg triple superphosphate ha−1 + Herbaspirillum seropodicae bacteria inoculation and 50 kg triple superphosphate ha−1 + mycorrhiza fungi (Gholusmosseae) inoculation were used as subplots. The results demonstrated that with the application of silicon resources, grain filling period and internodes lodging index (I3LI and L4LI) were statistically decreased compared to the control, but paddy yields (PY) were significantly enhanced. The maximum amounts of I3LI (49.44%) and I4LI (52.36%) were calculated with the application of phosphorus + bacteria. The maximum PY (4542 kg ha−1) was produced with the spray of nano-Si and the application of chemical phosphorus (4670 kg ha−1). The spray of nano-silicon and the combined application of phosphorus + bacterial lead to higher uptake of nutrient (Si, N, P and K). It can be concluded that the spray of nano-silicon and the application of chemical fertilizer + bacterial can increase the yields and control the blast disease in the rice fields.
CNN Convolutional layer optimisation based on quantum evolutionary algorithm

ABSTRACT In this paper, a quantum convolutional neural network (CNN) architecture is proposed to find the optimal number of convolutional layers. Since quantum bits use probability to represent binary information, the quantum CNN does not represent the actual network, but the probability of existence of each convolutional layer, thus achieving the aim of training weights and optimising the number of convolutional layers at the same time. In the simulation part, CIFAR-10 (including 50k training images and 10k test images in 10 classes) is used to train VGG-19 and 20-layer, 32-layer, 44-layer and 56-layer CNN networks, and compare the difference between the optimal and non-optimal convolutional layer networks. The simulation results show that without optimisation, the accuracy of the test data drops from approximately 90% to about 80% as the number of network layers increases to 56 layers. However, the CNN with optimisation made it possible to maintain the test accuracy at more than 90%, and the number of network parameters could be reduced by nearly half or more. This shows that the proposed method can not only improve the network performance degradation caused by too many hidden convolutional layers, but also greatly reduce the use of the network’s computing resources.
A laboratory study of the reactions of N+, N2+, N3+, N4+, O+, O2+, and NO+ ions with several molecules at 300 K

A study has been made of the rate coefficients and product ion distributions for the reactions at 300 K of the ions N+, N2+, N3+, N4+, O+, O2+, and NO+ with CH3NH2, NH3, H2S, CH3OH, H2CO, COS, O2, H2O, CH4, CO2, CO, H2, and N2 molecules listed in increasing order of their ionization energies. These measurements are intended as a contribution to stratospheric chemistry. In the binary reactions of the ions of large recombination energy with molecules of low ionization energy, multiple ion products generally result and the rate coefficients are close to gas kinetic. Conversely, the low recombination energy ions NO+ and O2+ generally undergo ternary association reactions with the large ionization energy molecules. The reactions of N2+ and N4+ are very similar, the most common mechanism apparently being direct charge transfer usually followed by fragmentation, the nitrogen–nitrogen bonds in the reacting ions remaining intact. The N+ and N3+ reactions differ from the N2+ and N4+ reactions in that they show a gr.
Effect of eicosapentaenoic acid/docosahexaenoic acid on coronary high-intensity plaques detected with non-contrast T1-weighted imaging: subgroup analysis of the AQUAMARINE EPA/DHA study

In the recent the Reduction of Cardiovascular Events with EPA-Intervention Trial (REDUCE-IT), statin therapy plus high-dose eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) significantly reduced the risk of cardiovascular death in patients with coronary artery disease (CAD) with elevated triglyceride (TG) levels. An epidemiologic study has shown that increasing the intake of long-chain n-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids, especially EPA and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), are associated with a lower risk of fatal CAD. However, the anti-atherosclerotic effect of high-dose EPA/DHA has not be clarified. We reported that coronary high-intensity plaques (HIPs) detected with non-contrast T1-weighted imaging (T1WI) on cardiac magnetic resonance (CMR), which can be uniquely quantitative assessed using the plaque-to-myocardium signal intensity ratio (PMR) of ≥1.4, are significantly associated with future coronary events. Moreover, we demonstrated that intensive statin therapy reduces the PMR of coronary HIPs by 19% but is unlikely to completely resolve HIP (PMR<1.0). In the AQUAMARINE EPA/DHA study, our goal was to assess the anti-atherogenic effect of EPA/DHA in an exploratory manner by examining the change in PMR of coronary HIPs after 12 months of EPA/DHA therapy in patients with CAD on statin therapy. This study was designed as a single-center, triple-arm, parallel-group, randomized controlled, open-label, superiority trial examining the effect of 12 months of additional EPA/DHA therapy on coronary HIPs in patients with CAD who receiving statin therapy. Eligible subjects are randomly assigned to the 2 g/day EPA/DHA group (n=26), the 4 g/day group (n=23), or the no EPA/DHA (statin-only) group (n=24) between May 2014 and December 2017. The PMR was defined as the signal intensity of the coronary plaque divided by that of nearby left ventricular myocardium. The primary endpoint is the change in PMR after EPA/DHA treatment. These 3 groups were well matched at baseline, with no statistically significant differences in age, male sex, conventional coronary risk factors, TG level, medications, and PMR. Figure 1 shows subgroup analysis of patients with high triglyceride levels (>150mg/dl). In the patient-based analysis (A), 12 months of EPA/DHA therapy significantly reduced the PMR of primary lesions. In the segment-based analysis (B), additional reduction of PMR was observed in the high-dose EPA/DHA group compared with the no EPA/DHA treatment group. The present study of patients with high triglyceride levels demonstrated that EPA/DHA had a dose-dependent anti-atherosclerotic effect. This finding may provide additional information of EPA/DHA for lowering the residual risk in patients with CAD on statin therapy. Type of funding source: Private company. Main funding source(s): Takeda Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Pengaruh Orientasi Masa Depan dan Dukungan Orangtua Terhadap Pengambilan Keputusan Dalam Memilih Program Studi/ Kuliah

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menguji regresi orientasi masa depan dan dukungan orang tua terhadap pengambilan keputusan dalam memilih program studi perguruan tinggi untuk siswa. Subjek penelitian ini adalah siswa kelas XI SMA Negeri 16 Samarinda dengan jumlah sampel 126 orang. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian kuantitatif, alat ukur yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah skala pengambilan keputusan, skala orientasi masa depan, dan skala dukungan orang tua. Tiga skala disusun dalam model likert dan untuk analisis regresi berganda, bantuan program komputer SPSS (Paket Statistik untuk Ilmu Sosial) versi 24.0 untuk Windows digunakan. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa ada pengaruh yang signifikan antara orientasi masa depan dan dukungan orang tua terhadap pengambilan keputusan siswa SMA Negeri 16 Samarinda, dengan nilai yang diperoleh F hitung> F tabel (21005> 3,07), adjusted R square = 0,255, dan p = 0,000 <0,050. Pada orientasi masa depan menuju pengambilan keputusan, ada pengaruh positif dan signifikan dengan nilai beta = 0,416; t hitung = 4,644> t tabel = 1,979 dan p = 0,000. Sementara itu, pada dukungan orang tua terhadap pengambilan keputusan ada pengaruh positif dan signifikan dengan nilai beta = 2,624; t hitung = 0,246> t tabel = 1,979 dan p = 0,011.
Aspergillus tubingensis Improves the Growth and Native Mycorrhizal Colonization of Bermudagrass in Bauxite Residue

ABSTRACT The influence of Aspergillus tubingensis to vegetation establishment on bauxite residue and its effects on the native arbuscular mycorrhizal fungal (AMF) colonization were studied. An alkali tolerant bermudagrass (Cynodon dactylon) adapted to local conditions was grown in bauxite residue with different amendments with and without A. tubingensis. Amendments of bauxite residue positively affected the growth of bermudagrass, especially when amended with gypsum and sludge. Gypsum- and sludge-amended treatments inoculated with A. tubingensis had maximum above-ground biomass, nutrient uptake, and reduced accumulation of metals. The native AMF colonization also increased because of A. tubingensis inoculation. The results of the present study suggest that A. tubingensis has the potential to improve the establishment of vegetation and neutralization of bauxite residue, especially when amended with gypsum and sludge.
Correlation Between Microstructure and Ageing of Iron Manganite Thermistors

Les thermistances a Coefficient de Temperature Negatif (CTN) elaborees a partir de manganites de metaux de transition a structure spinelle presentent, sous contrainte thermique, le phenomene de vieillissement. La derive de leur resistance depend de la composition chimique, de la structure cristallographique (cubique ou quadratique) et des traitements thermiques. Precedemment, nous avons montre, pour les thermistances a base de manganites de fer de composition Mn 3 - x Fe x O 4 (avec 0 ≤ x ≤ 1,51), que le vieillissement est du a une migration des ions Fe 3+ et Mn 2+ entre les sites tetraedriques et octaedriques de la structure spinelle. Une etude des manganites de fer a ete realisee par Microscopie Electronique a Transmission (MET) afin de relier la microstructure a la stabilite electrique. Pour les manganites de fer ayant une teneur en fer x ≤ 0,78, la microstructure en forme de domaines (micromaclages) resulte de la presence de deux types de defauts bidimensionnels. Pour des teneurs superieures, jusqu'a 0,78, cette microstructure disparait graduellement et se transforme en une microstructure tweed.
Drivers of Development in a Romanian Context: An Empirical Study of the Potential Impact of Religiosity and Individual Values on Core Human Rights Relevant to the United Nations’ Agenda 2030

The aim of this study is to analyse the complex interplay between religiosity, individual values, and support for human rights relevant to development, in a Romanian context marked by high levels of religiosity and low levels of socioeconomic development. The study employs a quantitative empirical research project involving high school students (N-681) in all the capital cities of the regional development areas of Romania. The results of hierarchical multiple regression analysis indicate that some dimensions of religiosity (religious belief and faith) are positive predictors of support for socioeconomic rights, universalism, and human dignity, and thus are conducive to sustainable development attitudes and practices. However, other dimensions, such as theism, positively predict traditionalism, while negatively predicting universalism, which may indicate a lower propensity towards supporting development. Hence, it can be inferred that for this sample, religiosity has a real but limited role in supporting some human rights and individual values conducive to a culture of development relevant to the United Nations (UN) 2030 Agenda. Individual values such as self-direction and universalism seem to play a more important role.
Auditors and the Principal-Principal Agency Conflict in Family-Controlled Firms

This paper examines whether multiple large shareholders (MLS) affect audit fees in firms where the largest controlling shareholder (LCS) is a family. Results show that there is a negative relationship between audit fees and the presence, number, and voting power of MLS. This is consistent with the view that auditors consider MLS as playing a monitoring role over the LCS, mitigating the potential for expropriation by the LCS. Therefore, our evidence suggests that auditors reduce their audit risk assessment and audit effort and ultimately audit fees in family-controlled firms with MLS.
Distribution of little penguins (Eudyptula minor) along the greater Kaikōura coastline, New Zealand

ABSTRACT The identification and subsequent protection of suitable breeding habitat for little penguins (Eudyptula minor) is restricted by data deficiency across large stretches of the species range. For example, presence/absence data is lacking for much of the Canterbury coast, mainland New Zealand. In October 2019, a Protected Species Detection Dog was used to conduct the first comprehensive survey for E. minor along the greater Kaikōura coastline. The principal objectives were to locate and map the distribution of sites utilised by E. minor between Waipapa Bay and the Conway River, characterise areas of suitable breeding habitat and identify ‘little blue’ and ‘white-flippered’ morphotypes. Eudyptula minor were located within just 0.7% of a coastal stretch measuring c. 75 km. A single breeding colony was located in severely fragmented habitat on the southern face of the Kaikōura Peninsula, South Bay. The Detection Dog gave positive indications at six further isolated sites in sheltered bays, including two active nests on the northern faces of Spy Glass Point (Piripaua) and the Kaikōura Peninsula. We highlight the importance of the breeding colony at South Bay, Kaikōura, and recommend the protection of existing habitat as a priority for the survival of E. minor along the greater Kaikōura coastline.
Experimental and Numerical Study on the Drying Process of Natural Rubber Latex Films

The formation of dry films from natural rubber latex was studied through the drying kinetics and compared with film preparations from two synthetic lattices. The experimental results clearly showed that all films displayed very similar behavior, although their chemical composition and particle size distribution were completely different. During the whole process, the evaporation flux was shown to be directly related to the remaining water volume fraction within the film and the reduction in the film transfer area. A numerical model was developed to describe the film formation process and the simulated results were in good agreement with the experimental results.
Enhancement of Enzymatic Hydrolysis of Lignocellulosic Wastes by Microwave Pretreatment Under Atmospheric Pressure

Abstract A technique to improve enzymatic hydrolysis of lignocellulosic wastes by microwave pretreatment under atmospheric pressure was developed. Ground rice straw or sugar cane bagasse immersed in a glycerine medium with small amounts of water, was treated with 240 W of microwave irradiation for 10 min at atmospheric pressure. A temperature of about 200°C could be reached in this medium without high pressure build up. More than twice the amount of reducing sugars was produced from enzyme saccharification utilizing the microwave pretreatment, compared with no pretreatment. The microwave pretreatment which achieves high temperatures at atmospheric pressure provides some advantages over a steam explosion process which requires high pressure and a subsequent sudden pressure drop.
Organizational inclusion and identity regulation: How inclusive organizations form ‘Good’, ‘Glorious’ and ‘Grateful’ refugees

Do inclusive organizations live up to the term ‘inclusion’? Diversity literature depicts the inclusive organization as an ideal entity that welcomes social minorities who, in turn, feel valued and unique and have a sense of belonging to the organization. Our study offers a critical account of inclusion concepts and practice. We argue that proponents of inclusion overlook that inclusive organizations also may regulate workers’ identities. To examine the relationship between organizational inclusion and identity regulation we conceptualise inclusion as a process involving various organizational actors and practices. Drawing on a multiple-case study of refugees working in Austria we show how organizational practices aimed at inclusion contribute to the forming of refugees as ‘good’, ‘glorious’ and ‘grateful’ subjects. This identity regulation is ambivalent: while it allows refugees to work in inclusive organizations, it also constrains their sense of self.
Bacteria, Lipopolysaccharides, Amyloid and the Role of Iron Dysregulation in Parkinson’s Disease

Neuronal lesions in Parkinson’s disease (PD) are commonly associated with α-synuclein (α-Syn)-induced cell damage that are present both in the central and peripheral nervous systems of patients, with the enteric nervous system also being especially vulnerable. Here we bring together evidence that the development and presence of PD depends on specific sets of interlinking factors that include neuro-inflammation, systemic inflammation, α-Syn-induced cell damage, vascular dysfunction, iron dysregulation, gut and periodontal dysbiosis. We argue that there is significant evidence that bacterial inflammagens fuel this systemic inflammation, and might be central to the development of PD. We also discuss the processes whereby lipopolysaccharides may be involved in causing nucleation of proteins, including of α-Syn. Lastly, we review evidence that pre-and probiotics, as well as antibiotics and faecal transplant treatment might be valuable treatments in PD. A most important consideration, however, is that these therapeutic options need to be validated and tested in randomized controlled clinical trials. However, targeting underlying mechanisms of PD, including gut dysbiosis and iron toxicity, have potentially opened up possibilities of a wide variety of novel treatments which may relieve the characteristic non-motor deficits of PD, and may even slow the progression and/or accompanying gut-related conditions of the disease.
Charge trapping in DNA due to intrinsic vibrational hot spots

We study temperature effects on the characteristic time for which charge carriers remain spatially confined while interacting with fluctuational openings (bubbles) of double stranded DNA. Using semiclassical molecular-dynamics simulations, we find that in the low-temperature regime this characteristic time decreases in a power-law fashion with temperature and coincides with the polaronic lifetime. However, above 50–70 K the confinement time exhibits an exponential increase with temperature. We demonstrate that this enhanced trapping is a result of intrinsic dynamical structural disorder resulting from thermal fluctuations. Specifically, nonlinearity-induced hot spots in the lattice subsystem form breathing potential barriers confining the charge for substantially longer times.
Dent-O-Myths Amid Young Community: A Cross-Sectional Study

INTRODUCTION: The word ‘Myth’ is derived from the Greek word “Mythos”, meaning the stories passed by a group of certain population having a strong impact on seeking general and dental treatment even during illness. AIM: The aim of this study was to access the prevalence of dental myths among the young population and to interpret their level of knowledge, awareness and perception. MATERIALS AND METHOD: A cross-sectional questionnaire survey was conducted amongst 500 young population of age between 18-28 years between May to August 2020, COVID-19 pandemic period. A pretested validated questionnaire was formatted on Google forms and circulated in various social media platforms. The collected data was subjected to statistical analysis. RESULTS: The mean age of the study population was 22.66±2.38 years, and 59% were females and 41% were males. About 65% (325) and 56% (280) of the study subjects believed correctly that mouthwash alone will not maintain oral health and chewing gum will not clean their teeth, respectively. When asked about their responses in case of pain in oral cavity, most people 46% (230) reported they would visit a dentist and major segment of study subjects 56% (281) believed that there can be more methods for treating oral pain other than the extraction of the tooth itself.CONCLUSION: The result of this study revealed that the younger population are more aware and didn’t believe much regarding various dental myths.
Numerical modeling of lightning‐produced NOx using an explicit lightning scheme: 1. Two‐dimensional simulation as a “proof of concept”

[1] We use the two-dimensional (2D) version of our Storm Electrification Model to test its potential for studying lightning-produced NO x . We assume that NO production is a function of energy dissipation and calculate this value from the electric field before and after each lightning flash. We use a production rate of 9.2 x 10 16 molecules joule -1 to generate the NO. Using a limited set of chemical reactions involving NO, NO 2 , and O 3 , we simulated a small storm with 10 intracloud lightning flashes produced over a 2-min span. Their energy dissipation ranged between 0.024 and 0.28 GJ. The simulation was run an additional 18 min after the cessation of lightning. Our results show that the parameterization produced NO mixing ratios internal to the cloud of the order of 10 ppbv after the most energetic flashes and 1-2 ppbv in the upwind portion of the anvil toward the end of the simulation. These mixing ratios are shown to be comparable to observations in a generic sense. Comparison with the C-shaped profiles developed by Pickering et al. [1998], also using a 2D model, show similarities, but our results are more weighted toward larger values at higher altitudes than those of Pickering et al. This may be due to differences in the length of the simulation, a lack of cloud-to-ground lightning in our work, a lack of reactive chemistry in Pickering et al., or the use by Pickering et al. of the assumption of Price et al. [1997] that intracloud flashes dissipate one tenth the energy of cloud-to-ground flashes. We show, using recent observational data and an analysis of the assumptions of Price et al., that this one tenth energy dissipation assumption is not appropriate. We conclude that our use of an explicit lightning scheme to study NO production at the process level is a viable methodology.